- present tense form of up (3rd person singular).
ups
Example Sentences
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Eagle-eyed fans may also recognise him from early bit parts in Channel 4 sitcoms such as Fresh Meat and Hang Ups.
From BBC • Jan. 14, 2026
Seizing the Moment: Ups and downs in the industry, along with a tragic loss, have taught Ludovic Ballouard that the most important time is now.
From New York Times • Jun. 6, 2024
Shortly thereafter, Drake dropped "Push Ups," which explicitly criticized Lamar's height, referring to him as a "pipsqueak."
From Salon • May 7, 2024
"Ups and downs of the size we've seen in the past couple of months are not that unusual," Deputy Governor Sharon Kozicki said in a speech at the University of Regina in Saskatchewan.
From Reuters • Sep. 19, 2023
To acknowledge the fact brings a smile to his Ups.
From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel
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