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upswept

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verb

past tense of upsweep

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Recent Examples of upswept
Adjective
Holgate points out many form-follows-function design touches, such as the traditional Aston Martin side strakes that double as air extractors, or the upswept venturis that expose the outer edges of the rear tires—emphasizing the car’s width and squat stance. Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2025 One nagging problem that the Globemaster shares with the Lockheed C-130 Hercules is its rear section, which is marked by an upswept rear when the cargo door is raised. David Szondy, New Atlas, 2 Feb. 2025 This highly efficient system of a centerline propeller and a rotating thruster behind allowed De Voogt’s naval architects to fashion a hull shape with an optimized, upswept after body for less turbulence and a quieter wake. Bill Springer, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024 Brittany finished out the look with Chanel loafers, ankle socks and a Chanel logo necklace, plus hexagonal sunglasses to compliment her upswept hair. Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 15 Sep. 2024 See All Example Sentences for upswept
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upswept
Adjective
  • But Starbucks has a few months of soft openings under its belt to see how the uplifted stores are performing in Chicago, and Williams said the early returns are promising.
    Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
  • For those weighed down by adult concerns, watching an episode leaves them feeling uplifted.
    Scot Paltrow, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Not content with a single major exhibition, Chan has also mounted a second project at the Scala Contarini del Bovolo, the 85-foot spiral tower constructed in the 16th century.
    Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
  • It can be mounted landscape or portrait, and the display auto-orients itself.
    Joe Salas May 17, New Atlas, 17 May 2026
Adjective
  • The rash may begin as small, flat, round discolorations that become raised and fluid-filled (clear or pus) before scabbing.
    Jose R. Gonzalez, The Arizona Republic, 29 July 2022
Verb
  • Data from travel booking platform TrainPal shows that in April, purchases by UK residents of Eurostar tickets to France jumped 42% month-over-month and rose 25% year-over-year.
    , CNBC, 18 May 2026
  • The pair wiped away tears as the audience rose to their feet in applause following the screening.
    Matthew Carey, Deadline, 18 May 2026
Adjective
  • Against the backdrop of tight supply, analysts expect the current environment of elevated oil prices to persist for some time.
    , CNBC, 18 May 2026
  • Hernandez's death comes amid a Beach Hazards Statement for the Monterey County coastline this weekend due to high winds, dangerous surf, strong rip currents, rough shore breaks and elevated waves.
    Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 17 May 2026
Verb
  • So far, only 29 people have ascended to this level above their industry peers, with Collins accomplishing the feat this year due to his solo and Genesis catalogues.
    Devon Ivie, Vulture, 14 May 2026
  • Extrajudicial killings spread across the country when Duterte became president and Dela Rosa ascended the upper echelons of the national police force, according to Human Rights Watch.
    Kathleen Magramo, CNN Money, 13 May 2026
Adjective
  • References to gambling during NBA games analyzed by The Post appeared on average in 1 of every 3 minutes and were often prominent.
    Luke Connors, Washington Post, 19 May 2026
  • Romano’s sturdy book may not stint on examples of Mary’s bad behavior—including a ferociously jealous verbal assault, near the end of the war, on the wife of a prominent Union general—but the biographer keeps tilting against those who slighted Mary in even the most superficial ways.
    Thomas Mallon, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
Verb
  • Djena got her backpack and climbed out through the bathroom window, on the second floor.
    Yudhijit Bhattacharjee, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
  • Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto/Getty Dayson reportedly climbed over a fence and dropped into a dry moat surrounding the monkey exhibit at Ichikawa City Zoo outside Tokyo.
    Frank Andrews, CBS News, 18 May 2026

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“Upswept.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upswept. Accessed 20 May. 2026.

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