upsize
Americanverb (used with or without object)
verb
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to increase the operating costs of (a company) by increasing the number of people it employs
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to increase the size of or produce a larger version of (something)
Etymology
Origin of upsize
First recorded in 1985–90
Example Sentences
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Southeast Asia's largest low-cost carrier said the agreement had "the strategic flexibility to upsize the commitment to 300 of the A220 Aircraft Family to meet future demand".
From Barron's • May 7, 2026
The historically low level of home sales is frustrating renters who want to own and homeowners who want to relocate, upsize or downsize but don’t think the move makes financial sense.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026
Our lease is up in August 2026, and we want to upsize.
From MarketWatch • Nov. 19, 2025
The family have put all their plans to move house and upsize "on hold".
From BBC • Mar. 18, 2024
Moving to larger quarters is the perfect opportunity to upsize your full- or queen-size mattress.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 29, 2021
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