ups 1 of 2

verb

Definition of upsnext
present tense third-person singular of up
1
as in increases
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 lifts
to move from a lower to a higher place or position upped the catboat's sail

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3
as in rises
to move or extend upward the road constantly ups and downs as it makes its way over the hills

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ups

2 of 2

noun

plural of up
as in advances

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Recent Examples of ups
Verb
The relatively new Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center ups the onboard wellness game, emphasizing a holistic approach. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026 The number who made a suicide plan (which ups the risk of attempting suicide) also fell from 18% in 2021 to 12% in 2025. — Rhitu Chatterjee, NPR, 23 Sep. 2026 Diabetes is a major risk factor for heart disease — and midlife hormonal changes increase the chances of developing insulin resistance, which massively ups the chances of developing diabetes. — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 10 Sep. 2026 That approach ups the stakes along with the body count, and gives James the opportunity to dig into his character’s fraying psyche. — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 3 Sep. 2026 The comeback ups Mars’s count to three simultaneous appearances on the main albums ranking. — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 This month marks the second release of this partnership, and this new whisky, also aged for 16 years, ups the maturation program to a total of five different cask types. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2026 And the president keeps pushing the SAVE America Act, which ups ID requirements for voting. — Hanna Rosin, The Atlantic, 16 July 2026 The Raen sunglasses feature a unique hexagonal shape that ups the style quotient from generic round frames. — Tim Chan, Footwear News, 13 July 2026
Noun
Across the river in Mexico, men hawk rides in their dusty pick-ups, on horseback or by donkey, to take tourists three-quarters of a mile up a dirt road. — Lauren Villagran, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026 While triple-ups on Manchester City players and a double-up on the Chelsea attack seem obvious, there are some closer 50-50 calls for managers on wildcard. — Holly Shand, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026 Men's sweatshirts, pullovers and zip-ups A soft sweatshirt, pullover or zip-up is essential for layering a sporty-casual look, and these picks from Harley-Davidson, Banana Republic and more are must-haves for anyone looking to bulk up their cozy basics. — Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ups
  1. increases
  2. lifts
  3. rises
  4. advances
  5. boosts
  6. raises
  7. climbs
  8. ascents
Verb
  • That’s harder to find in fashion these days, as the comparable speed of digital culture increases trend turnover and even algorithmic advertising struggles to keep up with what looking empirically cool means.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 6 Oct. 2026
  • While productivity increases dramatically, consumption often grows even faster.
    — Sudipto Dasgupta, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of increases
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  • Accessibility Very good—two street-level entrances have ramps in place and are wheelchair-accessible, and lifts access all floors of the hotel.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • When the dealer lifts the top card slightly to check for a blackjack, a partner with good eyesight can catch a glimpse and signal to the player.
    — Kit Chellel, Fortune, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of lifts
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  • The National Weather Service said rainfall was diminishing in the area but that rapid river rises and flooding remained possible.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Oct. 2026
  • How to see the Taurid meteor showers Both showers appear to originate from Taurus, a constellation that rises during the evening and climbs higher into the sky as the night progresses.
    — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of rises
Noun
  • Researchers greeted the deluge of AI proofs with the mixture of alarm and curiosity that has become familiar in the wake of recent advances.
    — Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Silicon photonics already benefits from decades of advances in semiconductor manufacturing.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of advances
Verb
  • Their performance on the court will get even better with this kick’s Goodyear® performance outsole, which boosts grip and durability.
    — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 7 Oct. 2026
  • The brand’s core technology, NIA 114, strengthens the skin barrier and boosts the performance of other active ingredients.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of boosts
Verb
  • India’s voter list dispute raises election fairness concerns The protests center on India’s Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision, which the opposition says has disenfranchised millions of eligible voters.
    — Sheikh Saaliq, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2026
  • Our hands-on preview at Gamescom 2026 also confirmed the protagonist isn’t Amanda Ripley, which instantly raises a number of questions.
    — Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of raises
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  • The person who finally climbs the ladder and grabs the briefcase.
    — Bobby Burack , Ryan Gaydos OutKick, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2026
  • That number climbs to 70% for adults ages 18 to 29 and 64% for those ages 30 to 49.
    — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of climbs
Noun
  • The route has seen barefoot ascents, no-hands ascents, and, the clearest indicator of its difficulty, an ascent by a climber wearing roller skates.
    — Brian Laidlaw, Longreads, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Visit Greece recommends June through October as the most accessible period for climbing; winter ascents require specialized experience and equipment.
    — Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
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“Ups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ups. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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