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preposition

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Recent Examples of upside
Noun
His $115 target on the stock suggests a potential upside of 29.8%. Pia Singh, CNBC, 10 July 2025 The upside for Nvidia, according to its biggest bulls, remains incomplete. Preston Fore, Fortune, 10 July 2025
Preposition
Louisville City slapped the New England Revolution upside the head 2-1. San Antonio Express-News, 6 June 2018 Then, astonishingly, in the open court, after a whistle blew, Heat guard Goran Dragic cuffed Simmons upside the head after Simmons stole the ball from him, and after Simmons already had been fouled by him. Marcus Hayes, Philly.com, 24 Apr. 2018 See All Example Sentences for upside
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upside
Noun
  • The city offers little in the way of culinary variety — a definite downside for food lovers seeking new and exciting options, according to the study.
    Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 22 July 2025
  • Meanwhile, decision-makers have profit incentives that don't fully account for these downsides.
    Jacob Hilton, Time, 22 July 2025
Preposition
  • How To Solve Today’s Wordle The Hint: Bring upon oneself, such as the wrath of an angry god.
    Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
  • Lugo's fate could be sealed in a few weeks if the Royals fail to get the ship back on course, and the Cubs should be at the top of the list to call upon leading up to the deadline.
    Hunter Mulholland, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025
Noun
  • These elements are reflected in the use of subtle curves mimicking the form of the waves; a material palette of light plasters, soothing beige tones, and warm metals; and a contemporary and modern design approach aligned with Dubai’s future.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 25 July 2025
  • Sinker was great; changeup was good; slider, curve, everything was working.
    Cameron Priester, Sun Sentinel, 24 July 2025
Preposition
  • All are spaceflight rookies except Russell, who flew on Blue Origin's NS-28 mission in November 2024.
    Mike Wall, Space.com, 3 Aug. 2025
  • Helms made an appearance on the most recent episode of Wilson's podcast Soul Boom.
    Daysia Tolentino, EW.com, 3 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • This shift to more English-only services comes months after President Donald Trump signed an executive order designating English as the official language of the United States.
    Jenny Goldsberry, The Washington Examiner, 14 July 2025
  • In my experience, navigating this shift and the possible scenarios for your business is important for success in SaaS markets.
    Mindaugas Čaplinskas, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Preposition
  • The agency urged people against going in or near the water.
    Chad de Guzman, Time, 31 July 2025
  • At the same time, the House Judiciary Committee voted on a third article of impeachment against Nixon.
    Lorenzino Estrada, AZCentral.com, 31 July 2025
Noun
  • Teach children to recognize coyotes and to go inside the house (do not run) or climb up on a swing or deck and yell if they are approached.
    Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 14 July 2025
  • Willits, from Fort Cobb-Broxton High School, is a switch-hitter who is expected to develop a power swing.
    Charles Odum, Chicago Tribune, 14 July 2025
Noun
  • In recent sessions, some state leaders and individual lawmakers have chafed under the rules that make for a slow start, which in turn always means a mad rush at the end to get bills over the finish line.
    John C. Moritz, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
  • Apache Stronghold in turn has asked the high court to reconsider its request to have the case heard.
    Debra Utacia Krol, AZCentral.com, 30 July 2025

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“Upside.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upside. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.

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