upper story

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Shortly after midnight, a motorcyclist passing by noticed smoke coming from an upper story and alerted guards.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 11, 2023

One photo appeared to show damage to the upper story of the kindergarten.

From New York Times • Jan. 18, 2023

You might even consider moving valuables from the ground floor to an upper story of your home.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 3, 2023

Renovated gourmet kitchen, formal dining room, living room, enclosed front and back porches, laundry room, finished upper story, double heating and air conditioning systems, fenced yard.

From Washington Times • Jul. 24, 2014

There being no chimney in the warehouse, we were obliged to open a window at the upper story to release the smoke, which also swiftly draws out the warmth.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson