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upgrades 1 of 2

noun

plural of upgrade

as in hills

an upward slope had to walk our bicycle on the upgrades on our ride through the hills

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as in promotions

a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position received an upgrade to lieutenant

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as in slopes

the degree to which something rises up from a position level with the horizon there's a steep upgrade to some of the hills on that route

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upgrades

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of upgrade

as in promotes

to move higher in rank or position upgraded them to first class

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as in improves

to make better that restaurant had better upgrade its service—and fast—if it wants to stay in business

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Recent Examples of upgrades

Noun

Hotels are making significant capital investments in energy management upgrades, recognizing that operational efficiency offers tangible returns by reducing utility bills and insurance costs. — Josipa Majic Predin, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026 Emtek hardware, a custom range hood and JennAir appliances round out the functional upgrades, while oversized pendant lights and mixed-metal fixtures add a designer layer. — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026 Invite-only sponsors’ boxes are also getting elaborate upgrades. — Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026 Home lighting upgrades don’t need to be complicated—or expensive. — Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2026 Other upgrades include a new boardwalk, limestone steps that lead to the riverbank and the TogetherForever Plaza in memory of artists Joe and Will Lawrance. — Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 28 Aug. 2026 Since then, Microsoft made at least $650 million in upgrades, according to permitting data the assessor’s office pulled. — Alex Nitkin, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026 From proper tipping etiquette to taking advantage of upgrades and specials, these are our top tips for an unforgettable all-inclusive resort stay. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2026 From tracker-compatible passport holders to lightning-fast portable chargers, below are 10 personal safety upgrades worth shopping before your next trip—all available on Amazon, with prices starting at $6. — Annita Katee, Travel + Leisure, 22 Aug. 2026

Verb

Baird upgrades Deere to outperform from neutral Baird said Deere has plenty of upside ahead. — Michael Bloom, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026 Ford has been coy about what upgrades the GTD Competition model carries over the standard GTD, which is a $325,000-plus Mustang. — Joel Feder, The Drive, 13 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for upgrades

Noun

The province of Jijel, 200 kilometers (125 miles) east of Algiers, renowned for its fine sandy beaches, turquoise waters and hills of olive trees and fruit trees and cedars, has suffered the greatest damage.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Sep. 2026
In spite of the growing number of houses springing up all around the BLM land north of Eagle, residents in the area continue to hear gunfire coming from the hills on a daily basis.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of hills

Noun

Teixeira's decisive performance suggests potential future opportunities in Misfits Boxing or bare-knuckle promotions, while concerns were raised about Rua taking further punishment in striking contests.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Their trade-in programs and other promotions reduce the final cost to consumers.

— Jeff Marks,Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of promotions

Noun

As rain falls on the dry, arid slopes in the region, large volumes of water can quickly flow into creeks and waterways.

— Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
The honeypot sites of royal Rajasthan—spliced by the brown slopes of the Aravalli Range, the state emerged after Partition from a mosaic of 22 feudal kingdoms—are so many people’s taster to India.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026

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Key Takeaways Eating three dates in the morning can support blood sugar and digestion throughout the day by providing fiber that slows the absorption of sugar and promotes regular bowel movements.

— Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 2 Sep. 2026
Living according to these rules holds up a divine standard for others to see and follow, which promotes harmony and order between people.

— The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of promotes

Verb

This creates a thin thermal boundary layer and improves heat transfer at the point of impact.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026
Shorter grass improves seed-to-soil contact and lets more sunlight reach the soil surface for better seed germination.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of improves

Noun

Cows amble in the distance along the inclines of meadows; their grazing helps control invasive plants.

— Kalpana Mohan, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026
Bert McCarty, a Clemson University professor of turfgrass science and management, said golfers like how top courses are so different — from incorporating the ocean in places near beaches to relying on inclines in the mountains.

— ABC News, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of inclines

Noun

Under Ternus' leadership, the hardware engineering team has also made significant advancements to AirPods, including active noise cancellation and an all-in-one health system.

— Greta Cross, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
Fortunately, with the rapid advancements in AI, researchers are now able to make progress on new frontiers.

— Dr. Sai Balasubramanian, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of advancements

Noun

Putin will eventually leave office, whether by death, illness, or—against all observable inclinations—stepping aside.

— Julian G. Waller, Foreign Affairs, 7 Aug. 2026
People with gene variants that affect these inclinations may also be at a higher risk of developing obesity and type 2 diabetes, researchers found.

— Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 28 July 2026

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