up
adverb
to, toward, or in a more elevated position.
has upped
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present perfectof up (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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The court case has upped the ante around the next application, which is imminent.
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2026
Berkshire Hathaway has upped its bet on the U.S. housing market, and also boosted its stakes in Alphabet and Delta Air Lines.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
Berkshire Hathaway has upped its bet on the U.S. housing market.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 14, 2026
Our writer has upped his steps from 10,000 a day to 13,000.
From Barron's ● Aug. 1, 2026
Junior Kaleena Smith of Ontario Christian has upped her scoring average this season.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 28, 2026
