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upend

[uhp-end] / ʌpˈɛnd /








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But it’s the fact that he does upend, or seems to be poised to upend the profit center of Silicon Valley.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

That excess supply is now dwindling at a record pace, with oil executives and analysts predicting that a harsh reckoning is set to upend the relative calm in energy markets.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Gen. Rob Bonta to scrutinize the proposed merger, hoping that he brings an antitrust lawsuit in an attempt to upend the deal.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

One of the largest misconceptions the firm sees today is the belief that quantum will completely upend traditional computing.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

Occasionally I have to help, but mostly I watch with detachment as they upend themselves in the mud, digging and weeding, clay stains on the knees of their pants.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood




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