upturn

Example Sentences

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A change of approach initially yielded an upturn in performances, but results started to slide and a run of four defeats without scoring cost them.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

As a reward for an upturn in form, the province were heavily represented in Ireland's Six Nations squad.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Irwin also sees opportunities in China, with recent improvements in the Purchasing Managers’ Index, surveys of hiring intentions and other data points signaling a slight upturn in what has been a multiyear economic rout.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

The war in Iran poses a threat to the sector’s hopes for an upturn this year after a prolonged slump in demand for luxuries.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

“Gosh a’mighty, I couldn’t hardly wait to upturn my dang nail keg!”

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns