upstairs

Example Sentences

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They stock up on groceries at the Carrefour supermarket in the shopping mall just upstairs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

The judge paid tribute to the "courage" shown by the two sisters, as it was said Bryonie Gawith prevented Ali from going upstairs in the house in an effort to protect her children.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

After her building sprung a leak she made friends with her upstairs neighbour while trying to find the source.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

Hidden behind the upstairs bar is what’s called the Tempered Flask Tavern, and it’s an elaborate tabletop role-playing game room.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

Jeremy waited, but there were no more words from upstairs.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville