as in fashionable
appealing to affluent consumers
a new upscale shopping center is under construction on the west end of town
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Recent Examples of upscale
Child-friendly features, from a travel crib to fireplace grates, will make your stay more comfortable; several separate bathrooms give everyone their own space; upscale amenities, like heated flooring and optional catering, make every day feel like a treat.
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Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2026
The hotel just became part of Hilton's upscale LXR portfolio of independent properties in December 2025.
—Carole Dixon, Travel + Leisure, 28 Jan. 2026
There was Talayan Village beyond the metal gate, an upscale grid of condos and SUVs.
—Sean Williams, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
These master silversmiths turn out an upscale assortment of handcrafted belt buckles, jewelry and accessories that embody the Western heritage.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
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Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2026
The hotel just became part of Hilton's upscale LXR portfolio of independent properties in December 2025.
—Carole Dixon, Travel + Leisure, 28 Jan. 2026
There was Talayan Village beyond the metal gate, an upscale grid of condos and SUVs.
—Sean Williams, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
These master silversmiths turn out an upscale assortment of handcrafted belt buckles, jewelry and accessories that embody the Western heritage.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for upscale
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upscale
Adjective
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It's been fashionable since the early 2000s to consider reality shows inferior to scripted or traditional documentary series.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Feb. 2026
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Great for windy days to shield your face and keep your hair in place, this accessory is both fashionable and functional.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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When paired with the right boots, leggings can even rise to the level of elegant occasion wear.—
Amber Rambharose,
InStyle,
31 Jan. 2026
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According to interior designers, these four countertop colors are their go-tos for creating modern yet classic spaces that feel elegant and livable.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.—
Mirna Alsharif,
NBC news,
31 Jan. 2026
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Celebrity Cruises' Lane explains that booking shore excursions in advance means getting access to exclusive offers only available prior to sailing.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Southern Living,
31 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The social media mogul, Netflix star, and founder of real estate firm SERHANT has built a reputation not just for selling high-end homes to millionaires, but for treating his time with near-mathematical precision.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
31 Jan. 2026
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Often, items like glamorous black tie gowns that are too special or high-end for the donation pile or an average consignment store will find their way here.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
31 Jan. 2026
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It’s expected to be a more upmarket design than that of the Apple AirTag, with a metal and glass outer, and slightly greater thickness than Apple’s tracker.—
Andrew Williams,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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José, Johnny, Saleem, Adolfo or Carlos had spent the penultimate day of 1973 preparing to shoot dead Joseph Edward Sieff, the Jewish president of Marks & Spencer, a major retail chain whose upmarket shops were to be found on high streets across Britain, and a prominent supporter of Israel.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Jan. 2026
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“Upscale.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upscale. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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