move up

1. Also, move up in the world. Advance, rise to a higher level, succeed, as in Gene hoped he would move up in the new division, or That new house and car show they are moving up in the world. Also see come up, def. 4.

Example Sentences

Later Wednesday in the Browns locker room, Sanders was asked by a reporter for his thoughts on not moving up on the depth chart.

From Los Angeles Times

All of Anderson’s films grow and gain depth over time, so this film could eventually move up a spot or two.

From Los Angeles Times

As the ball moved up the pitch, the full-backs began taking inverted positions in midfield.

From BBC

Also speaking at the event, Andrew George, another Lib Dem MP, said the issue would present a particular issue for his party, whose core vote had "certainly moved up the class ranking" in recent years.

From BBC

“If you see opportunities to move up, make more money to take care of your family, of course you’re going to want it.”

From Los Angeles Times

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