1
as in increasing
to make greater in size, amount, or number
climbing fuel prices have forced the delivery company to up its prices
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2
as in lifting
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
upped the catboat's sail
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as in rising
to move or extend upward
the road constantly ups and downs as it makes its way over the hills
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Recent Examples of upping
Arlington Heights and towns in Northwest Indiana are upping their game for a stadium deal with the Chicago Bears.
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Jermont Terry, CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026
Halo Studios is also introducing vehicles and weapons from later Halo entries, upping the variety of the action on the game's many battlefields.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 6 Feb. 2026
This hearty winter veggie conveniently is always enjoyed cooked—upping beta carotene bioavailability—and is excellent roasted, mashed, or pureed to be added to stews, curries, baked goods, casseroles, pastas, and more.
—Christina Manian, Health, 6 Feb. 2026
Seven minutes later, the Jets (22-25-7) were ahead for good, stunning the Panthers and upping the stakes of what was already a crucial final pre-Olympics week for Florida.
—Adam Beasley, Miami Herald, 1 Feb. 2026
Curate was among the existing investors upping their stake.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 30 Jan. 2026
The theme across his X activity was trolling Johnson while big-upping Perez and himself.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 25 Jan. 2026
But, as Sportico has previously written, upping per-user spending isn’t simple for video games.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 21 Jan. 2026
The organization has a goal of upping that reach to 200 million people by 2030.
—Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 20 Jan. 2026
Jermont Terry, CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026
Halo Studios is also introducing vehicles and weapons from later Halo entries, upping the variety of the action on the game's many battlefields.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 6 Feb. 2026
This hearty winter veggie conveniently is always enjoyed cooked—upping beta carotene bioavailability—and is excellent roasted, mashed, or pureed to be added to stews, curries, baked goods, casseroles, pastas, and more.
—Christina Manian, Health, 6 Feb. 2026
Seven minutes later, the Jets (22-25-7) were ahead for good, stunning the Panthers and upping the stakes of what was already a crucial final pre-Olympics week for Florida.
—Adam Beasley, Miami Herald, 1 Feb. 2026
Curate was among the existing investors upping their stake.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 30 Jan. 2026
The theme across his X activity was trolling Johnson while big-upping Perez and himself.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 25 Jan. 2026
But, as Sportico has previously written, upping per-user spending isn’t simple for video games.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 21 Jan. 2026
The organization has a goal of upping that reach to 200 million people by 2030.
—Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upping
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Now, decoupling supply chains are driving manufacturing growth in the West once more, electric vehicles and home heat pumps need to be plugged in, and the makers of AI’s large language models have ever-increasing power needs.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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The move marks a broader trend from the brand, which has been increasing its visibility to new markets through the world of sports, and, at the moment, none is hotter than that of F1.—
Blake Buettner,
Robb Report,
5 Feb. 2026
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Takaichi has pledged to revise security and defense policies by December to bolster Japan’s offensive military capabilities, lifting a ban on weapons exports and moving further away from the country’s postwar pacifist principles.—
Mari Yamaguchi,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Chip and Kasinee Tolman begin each day by lifting their two adult children out of bed and into their wheelchairs.—
Michael Cuglietta,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
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For example, rising temperatures have direct harms on health by increasing risk of dehydration and causing more stress on the heart.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
14 Feb. 2026
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Now firmly established as both a premier service destination and a rising industry hub, Morocco is looking outward, fielding major delegations at platforms such as Venice Production Bridge and this year’s EFM to connect a new generation of filmmakers directly to the global market.—
Ben Croll,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2026
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Future versions are projected to extend driving range to around 310–372 miles (500–600 kilometers), expanding suitability beyond short-range applications.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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Bill Gates named in Epstein files Documents released from the Epstein files indicate that Gates and Epstein met repeatedly after Epstein's prison term to discuss expanding the Microsoft founder's philanthropic efforts.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
5 Feb. 2026
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The agent is seen raising the pepper spray can, pointing it towards the crowd in what looked to be an attempt to keep them at a distance.—
Gio Insignares,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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In an email to The Times, Newsom spokesperson Tara Gallegos said the governor had a strong record of fighting for workers’ rights, including raising the minimum wage and expanding sick leave and other worker protections.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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But with no set end date, some workers stay for years, climbing the ranks.—
Miranda Dunlap,
jsonline.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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The stock bounced back some last year, climbing 19%, and is now up 6% in 2026.—
Kristina Partsinevelos,Ari Levy,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
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In Malaysia and Singapore, where markets have reached saturation, operators focused on boosting user activity and revenue generation rather than adding subscribers.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2026
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And boosting, not slashing, anti-hunger programs.—
Laura Washington,
Chicago Tribune,
11 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
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“Upping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upping. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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