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upward

[uhp-werd] / ˈʌp wərd /
ADJECTIVE
directed up
Synonyms
STRONG
WEAK
acclivous anabatic ascending ascensional ascensive assurgent
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ADVERB
from a lower to higher position
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Still, because the homes are staggered up a hillside, upward of 100 properties could gain a better lake view from the poisoned trees’ removal, according to the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 19, 2026

Japanese investors souring on Treasurys would add to upward pressure on yields, which move inversely to bond prices.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 18, 2026

In essence, the ratio has formed a local minimum on its chart and is now trending upward.

From MarketWatch Sep. 18, 2026

Buoyancy or pressure from below could help push the liquid upward.

From Science Daily Sep. 17, 2026

Abby tilted her head back and stared upward at the moon.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret




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