upward

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“Unless geopolitical tensions ease and oil prices correct clearly, upward pressure on the pair is likely to continue, potentially testing Japan’s willingness to intervene,” in the foreign-exchange market, the analysts add.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Then energy costs climbed as a result of the war in Iran, putting upward pressure on inflation fears and then mortgage rates.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

But he’s not confident that son Blake, a 23-year-old student living at home, will be able keep the upward trajectory going.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Then comes lift, like lemon zest, a splash of vinegar, something to pull everything upward.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Shapes, words . . . and finally the red-dotted path, winding upward.

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda