upping

Example Sentences

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You’re upping the accuracy since you know I have cancer?

From Slate • May 6, 2026

In its second outing, the Michael Jackson biopic brought in $54 million, upping its overall North American total to $183.8 million and its cumulative global haul to $423.9 million.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

“Moreover, the macro uncertainty likely creates a more cautious tone from the C-suite or some hesitancy in upping guidance especially for cyclical firms.”

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

Families have been upping their 529 contributions in part because of the additional uses, said Paul Curley, director of savings research at ISS Market Intelligence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

She was upping her game in other ways, too—especially when it came to gathering intelligence.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield