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upcharge

American  
[uhp-chahrj] / ˈʌpˌtʃɑrdʒ /

noun

  1. an additional charge.

    How much is the upcharge for white sidewall tires?

Etymology

Origin of upcharge

up- + charge

Example Sentences

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However, ServiceNow has been able to upcharge its customers for its AI features and implemented a 30% price uplift for AI capabilities last quarter, Yoshioka pointed out.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 25, 2025

That year, American introduced the first standard checked-bag fee, $15, along with a 50-pound upcharge threshold that remains the norm.

From Slate • Oct. 9, 2025

There isn’t an upcharge for Imax or other premium formats, one of several benefits A-Listers enjoy.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 30, 2025

And they want it included in the price of their room, not as an upcharge.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 27, 2023

So, if there's a need to spend a bit of an upcharge to feel comfortable, it's certainly worth it to me.

From Salon • Aug. 9, 2023

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