upright

Example Sentences

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According to historical records, the shield was found buried upright in peat alongside six others – though the whereabouts of those remains unclear.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

The tilted-over towers overlooking the palace moat have all been brought back upright, and workers are building new brick castellations for their supporting ramparts.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

Why is this ancient French skeleton sitting upright?

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

The first part references Galahad, a knight known for his upright and noble character, reflecting the animal's upright posture.

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

“Mermaids!” she cried, but it was only a pod of dolphins, balanced upright on their tails.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood