upswing

Example Sentences

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The upswing from February requires a little asterisk.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

This year, however, energy prices have stabilized with cold U.S. winter weather, and fourth-quarter earnings are on the upswing following a “challenging” first three quarters of 2025, he noted.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 12, 2026

As of last month, valuations of big oil companies assumed flat oil demand growth, even though there’s evidence that demand is still on the upswing, he noted.

From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026

There is a typical, seasonal upswing in card debt as Americans tend to spend more on credit during the holiday season and then pay down balances during the first few months of the year.

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

The upswing is that, having eliminated the need for both eating and sleeping, you have a full twenty-four hours a day to spread your charm and talent.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris