uptick
Americannoun
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a rise or improvement in business activity, in mood, etc.
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Stock Exchange.
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a selling price that is higher than the last price.
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a slight upward trend in price.
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noun
Etymology
Origin of uptick
Example Sentences
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One caveat: The government shutdown last fall may have distorted the recent uptick in service prices, especially the cost of housing.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
US plastic surgeons say they are seeing a "noticeable uptick" in consultations about it.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
Mexican immigration authorities have also noticed External link an uptick in residency permits since the pandemic.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
The uptick in digital heteropessimism Taylor references exists largely thanks to algorithm-driven platforms where gendered trash-talking of any kind is pure, uncut engagement bait.
From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026
“Has there been an uptick in your rumination or intrusive thoughts?”
From "Turtles All the Way Down" by John Green
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