going up

Example Sentences

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But from where we sat, it was as if we were inside a sun going up at night, the suspended bands of light brightening and intensifying our yellow abode.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

“Prices for food are going up, so that’s impacting dating, too,” she told MarketWatch.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

"I use my car for work and petrol prices are creeping up and up. Then the gas and electric will be going up," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

The costs of everything are going up briskly.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

“Are we still going up and up?” asked James.

From "James and the Giant Peach" by Roald Dahl