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upon

[uh-pon, uh-pawn] / əˈpɒn, əˈpɔn /
PREPOSITION
at the time of
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It added this was irrespective of testosterone suppression, which until now has been relied upon by a number of sports when regulating the inclusion of transgender and DSD athletes in female competition.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Through a trust, he also indirectly controls voting shares that represent nearly 46 million common shares upon conversion.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

Does a state “enforce orthodoxy” when it insists upon swift treatment for bone fractures?

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

Apellis stockholders will also receive a contingent value right that entitles them to an additional $2-a-share payout, dependent upon annual global net sales thresholds being met for Syfovre.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

"Do not forget, Bronden, that you were the one who insisted upon that," said Strong Jonn sharply.

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda