as in promotion
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
she was surprised by the unannounced upgrading to the position of supervisor
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as in promoting
to move higher in rank or position
upgraded them to first class
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as in improving
to make better
that restaurant had better upgrade its service—and fast—if it wants to stay in business
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Recent Examples of upgrading
John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Ever think about upgrading from Costco to Nordstrom?
—Michael J. Arlen, New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2026
In addition, data centers require ongoing construction work to accommodate the constant upgrading, replacement and expansion of high-density computer servers, power systems, cooling infrastructure and security systems.
—Mike Clemmons, Chicago Tribune, 16 Jan. 2026
If your computer hasn’t been cleaned up in a while, that would be your best first step to better performance and to fully determine if upgrading is even necessary.
—Ken Colburn, AZCentral.com, 12 Jan. 2026
By focusing on precision upgrading, ecological expansion, and brand empowerment, AI is paving the way for a more resilient and dynamic fashion industry in China.
—Li Jun, Footwear News, 11 Jan. 2026
The key now is to progress beyond simply connecting countries’ networks to a more widespread upgrading of national grids.
—Yew-Poh Mak, Fortune, 26 Nov. 2025
More than 170 health care providers weighed in on the health department's proposals, and over half said upgrading technology was a critical need.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 7 Nov. 2025
But these goals were listed only after the calls for industrial upgrading and tech self-sufficiency – suggesting old priorities still prevail.
—Shaoyu Yuan, The Conversation, 5 Nov. 2025
Tami Luhby, CNN Money, 12 Feb. 2026
The bank is funding the construction of bridges and toll roads, as well as upgrading metro infrastructure in the Philippines, where cities like Manila suffer from heavy traffic congestion.
—Angelica Ang, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
The investment firm sees a brighter future ahead for the artificial intelligence company, upgrading it in a Monday note.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 9 Feb. 2026
This includes improvements to the MOVE New Haven Bus Rapid Transit System and upgrading train stations along the Waterbury Branch Line and Hartford Line and replacing the Devon Railroad Bridge between Milford and Stratford.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 9 Feb. 2026
ChatGPT users can avoid seeing ads by upgrading their subscription tiers, OpenAI noted.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Renovations would include adding restrooms, expanding the lobby, upgrading accessibility and revitalizing its technical capabilities.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 8 Feb. 2026
In her address to the FDNY Foundation, Bonsignore also said the department needs to focus on upgrading its aging infrastructure.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 7 Feb. 2026
One of the cosmetics will be available in the game’s shop and the other two can be earned by upgrading levels in the game’s 13th Music Pass.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 4 Feb. 2026
Noun
Many hardware platforms these days benefit from software updates long after the initial purchase price, upgrading capability and usefulness.
—John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Ever think about upgrading from Costco to Nordstrom?
—Michael J. Arlen, New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2026
In addition, data centers require ongoing construction work to accommodate the constant upgrading, replacement and expansion of high-density computer servers, power systems, cooling infrastructure and security systems.
—Mike Clemmons, Chicago Tribune, 16 Jan. 2026
If your computer hasn’t been cleaned up in a while, that would be your best first step to better performance and to fully determine if upgrading is even necessary.
—Ken Colburn, AZCentral.com, 12 Jan. 2026
By focusing on precision upgrading, ecological expansion, and brand empowerment, AI is paving the way for a more resilient and dynamic fashion industry in China.
—Li Jun, Footwear News, 11 Jan. 2026
The key now is to progress beyond simply connecting countries’ networks to a more widespread upgrading of national grids.
—Yew-Poh Mak, Fortune, 26 Nov. 2025
More than 170 health care providers weighed in on the health department's proposals, and over half said upgrading technology was a critical need.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 7 Nov. 2025
But these goals were listed only after the calls for industrial upgrading and tech self-sufficiency – suggesting old priorities still prevail.
—Shaoyu Yuan, The Conversation, 5 Nov. 2025
Verb
Utilities are spending billions of dollars upgrading their aging infrastructure, while data centers are prompting a surge in demand for electricity.
—Tami Luhby, CNN Money, 12 Feb. 2026
The bank is funding the construction of bridges and toll roads, as well as upgrading metro infrastructure in the Philippines, where cities like Manila suffer from heavy traffic congestion.
—Angelica Ang, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
The investment firm sees a brighter future ahead for the artificial intelligence company, upgrading it in a Monday note.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 9 Feb. 2026
This includes improvements to the MOVE New Haven Bus Rapid Transit System and upgrading train stations along the Waterbury Branch Line and Hartford Line and replacing the Devon Railroad Bridge between Milford and Stratford.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 9 Feb. 2026
ChatGPT users can avoid seeing ads by upgrading their subscription tiers, OpenAI noted.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Renovations would include adding restrooms, expanding the lobby, upgrading accessibility and revitalizing its technical capabilities.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 8 Feb. 2026
In her address to the FDNY Foundation, Bonsignore also said the department needs to focus on upgrading its aging infrastructure.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 7 Feb. 2026
One of the cosmetics will be available in the game’s shop and the other two can be earned by upgrading levels in the game’s 13th Music Pass.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upgrading
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Cody Powers said that his mother wore State Farm sweatshirts and T-shirts and entered every promotion the company offered.—
J.C. Hallman,
Oklahoman,
10 Feb. 2026
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The moves come a week into the tenure of CEO Michael Fiddelke, who joined the company in 2003 as an intern — and whose promotion has been met with skepticism by investors who were hoping for some outside blood and, with it, fresh ideas.—
Rohan Goswami,
semafor.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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On Sunday, Musk shared the company’s first Super Bowl ad, promoting its Starlink Wi-Fi service.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
9 Feb. 2026
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These were not the first Super Bowl ads promoting AI services.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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With the advent of better cancer-screening tools, survival rates are improving, and wonder-drug therapeutics for many conditions are now on the market.—
Vann R. Newkirk II,
The Atlantic,
9 Feb. 2026
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In recent designs, AIP modules can extend underwater endurance from roughly two days to several weeks, significantly improving stealth and operational flexibility.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Feb. 2026
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Fashion, philanthropy celebrated at March event A fundraising event set for March 4 will combine fashion with philanthropy as ticket holders compete for a chance to win name-brand purses and designer sunglasses while supporting the advancement of women in the area, according to a release.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Feb. 2026
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More recently, advancements in automation and artificial intelligence prompted a full rebuild of the platform, resulting in the current generation of Pet Parent.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
8 Feb. 2026
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In her new role, Wood will lead Brooks’ footwear product line management, merchandising, and product marketing teams with the goal of elevating how the brand connects long-term vision to product creation and go-to-market strategy, the company said.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
9 Feb. 2026
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Some companies are even elevating culture and entertainment leadership into the C-suite, reflecting how central these capabilities have become to growth.—
Christopher Vollmer,
Fortune,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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These systems optimize contrast, brightness, and color with machine learning algorithms that adjust to scene content and ambient light, significantly enhancing viewing quality without manual calibration.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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With plans for major renovations to Robb Field and Dusty Rhodes Park already approved by the city, the emphasis this time was on enhancing smaller parks that primarily serve local residents.—
Steven Mihailovich,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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