Upton

[ uhp-tuhn ]

/ ˈʌp tən /

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a male given name: from an Old English word meaning “upper town.”

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“Was” is used for the indicative past tense of “to be,” and “were” is only used for the subjunctive past tense.

The New York Times reports Upton defeated Hoadley by a 58-38 percent margin with 70 percent of the votes reported.
Jon Hoadley loses Mich. congressional race|Michael K. Lavers|November 4, 2020|Washington Blade
The first cache of photos landed online in late August, and celebs Jennifer Lawrence, Kate Upton, and others were targeted.
'The Fappening 2': Amber Heard, Rihanna, and More Celebs Targeted in Latest Nude Hacking Spree|Marlow Stern|September 22, 2014|DAILY BEAST
How unauthorized naked pics of Jennifer Lawrence, Kate Upton, and other celebrities lost the power to shock or shame.
Why the Photo Scandal Won't Hurt Kate Upton's and Jennifer Lawrence's Careers|Nick Gillespie|September 3, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Apparently there was a sex scene that was cut from the film with you and Kate Upton that left you with a huge bruise on your ass?
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau on S&M with Kate Upton and that ‘Game of Thrones’ Rape Scene|Marlow Stern|April 25, 2014|DAILY BEAST

Upton Sinclair, Norman Mailer, and Gore Vidal failed in all of their various electoral endeavors.
Can B-List Hollywood Stars Shine in Washington?|Michelle Cottle|February 6, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Plus, to celebrate Upton's cover, V is offering a special box set of products featuring the model's mug.
Kate Upton Covers 'V'; LVMH Announces Prize "Panel Experts"|The Fashion Beast Team|January 17, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Eric learned a great deal of harm from Upton, and the misapplied hero-worship led to bad results.
Eric, or Little by Little|Frederic W. Farrar
For a few days after the Sunday walk narrated in the last chapter Upton and Eric cut each other dead.
Eric, or Little by Little|Frederic W. Farrar
Upton was the first to join them, and since he had but wavered for a moment, he was soon warmly reconciled with Eric.
Eric, or Little by Little|Frederic W. Farrar
You were inclined to distrust me, Upton, and I will only be defended by somebody who never doubted my innocence.
Eric, or Little by Little|Frederic W. Farrar
An hour or two afterward, Upton perceived a note in the same drawer, Goodridge being then with or near him, and called to Leavitt.
Select Speeches of Daniel Webster|Daniel Webster