upscale
Americanadjective
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located at, moving toward, or of or for the upper end of a social or economic scale.
The boutique caters to upscale young career people.
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luxurious, costly, or elegant.
verb (used with object)
noun
adjective
verb
Etymology
Origin of upscale
Example Sentences
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Some industry players have been cautious about commenting on current trends, as the Chinese New Year, which began on Feb. 17, is a key period for gauging consumer appetite for upscale fashion and accessories.
The service charge is not an out-of-the-ordinary practice, and is common among some upscale restaurants.
From Los Angeles Times
“Most people don’t like what he says, but look what he’s doing,” Anthony said as the late-morning crowd trickled into an upscale North Scottsdale shopping center.
From Los Angeles Times
Court rulings over the years found he routinely failed to maintain the infrastructure and worked to replace the park with an “upscale resort community.”
From Los Angeles Times
I knew Aunt Melissa managed a hotel, and before moving here, I assumed she ran an upscale resort.
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