upper class
Example Sentences
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“Poor people are as bad off as in the special period, but a segment of middle and upper class have access to dollars and are not in such bad shape, which causes real social tension.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026
And Cooper's social circle now included some very upper class people indeed.
From BBC • Oct. 6, 2025
A quick peek into butter’s rich history reveals that the humble dairy product was once a luxury reserved for the upper class.
From Salon • Aug. 16, 2025
“The rich and the upper class will always find a way. They will hire their own security,” the North Hollywood resident said.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2024
“No. You just switched to the upper class a few weeks ago—you can’t fall behind.”
From "Amal Unbound" by Aisha Saeed
