Example Sentences

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But teens are upping the ante as they try to earn their schools a spot on leaderboards published by dedicated social-media accounts.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

As hundreds of thousands of people prepare to gather across Los Angeles this week to celebrate Hanukkah, synagogues are upping security and Los Angeles police are increasing patrols.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 14, 2025

A number of cities are upping the taxes they levy on hotel guests.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 31, 2025

Labour have recently moved into a new HQ themselves and are upping their preparations, as are the other parties too.

From BBC • Nov. 23, 2023

Whether it's food sensitivities or taste preferences, more coffee drinkers are opting for non-dairy milk in their drinks and cafes, in turn, are upping their prices.

From Salon • May 23, 2023