How to Use upper in a Sentence

upper

1 of 2 adjective
Definition of uppernext
Synonyms for uppernext
  • Who will sleep on the upper berth?
  • Write your name on the upper left-hand corner of the page.
  • The upper stories are occupied by offices.
  • The blaze was contained to the upper decks, the U.S. Coast Guard said.
    — Faris Tanyos, CBS News, 8 July 2023
  • Maybe a break or two in the clouds late as highs reach the mid- and upper 50s.
    — Ian Livingston, Washington Post, 23 Mar. 2024
  • The day will be cooler, with highs in the mid- to upper 60s.
    — Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 10 May 2024
  • Highs will range from the low-to-mid 70s throughout the weekend with lows in the upper 60s.
    — Mike Rose, cleveland, 20 July 2023
  • Tap the back arrow in the upper left-hand corner of the screen to exit.
    — Kurt Knutsson, Fox News, 30 Sep. 2023
  • The upper deck has a bow pool as well as the pilothouse.
    — Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2023
  • The resulting shade will look like the moon is eating the upper left area of the sun.
    — Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Oct. 2023
  • The weekend will be slightly less hot with highs in the upper 90s.
    — Kxas-Tv (nbc5), Dallas News, 7 Sep. 2023
  • The wheel is smaller, and the bottom half of the outer rim is red while the upper half is white.
    — Jenna Malinowski, Detroit Free Press, 7 July 2023
  • One way is to tap and hold Edit in the upper left corner.
    — Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 6 Sep. 2023
  • Lows range from the upper 30s in our colder spots to the mid-to-upper 40s downtown.
    — Jason Samenow, Washington Post, 11 Mar. 2024
  • Past the visitor center the road is paved for a mile and graded dirt for the upper 2 miles.
    — Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 15 Aug. 2023
  • Despite that, highs should reach the upper 50s to lower 60s, making for a great day to be out and about.
    — David Streit, Washington Post, 30 Nov. 2023
  • High temperatures should be able to get to the mid- to upper 50s.
    — A. Camden Walker, Washington Post, 13 Oct. 2023
  • That leaves us mostly sunny again with highs in the upper 40s to low 50s, still with only a light breeze from the north.
    — Molly Robey, Washington Post, 4 Feb. 2024
  • My feet are too small, my upper arms are too soft, my bum is too dimpled.
    — Chloe Laws, Allure, 30 Nov. 2023
  • And in the third incident, a woman was bitten on the upper thigh.
    — Sage Marshall, Field & Stream, 6 July 2023
  • Much of the smoke and haze is located in the upper atmosphere.
    — Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 20 Sep. 2023
  • Tip: Click the circular icon in the upper right-hand part of your phone screen to turn on the live photo option.
    — Kurt Knutsson, Fox News, 23 Nov. 2023
  • Highs Tuesday will likely be in the upper 60s to near 70 degrees.
    — Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 27 Feb. 2024
  • Humidity stays low with dew points in the upper 40s to low 50s.
    — Matt Rogers, Washington Post, 19 Sep. 2023
  • During the incident, the boy was seated in the back and struck by gunfire in the upper body, police said.
    — Anthony De Leon, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2023
  • Footage from the scene showed women screaming from an upper floor of a house shattered to a concrete shell.
    — Wafaa Shurafa, arkansasonline.com, 6 Dec. 2023
  • In fact, much of next week will feature high temperatures in the mid to upper 90s.
    — Kxas-Tv (nbc5), Dallas News, 25 Aug. 2023
  • Just apply strips to your upper and lower teeth for 30 minutes for one week.
    — Jaylyn Pruitt, Health, 7 July 2023
  • That's the goal for Saturday with the second test flight of the full-scale Super Heavy rocket and the Starship upper stage.
    — Stephen Clark, Ars Technica, 17 Nov. 2023
  • While the hotel no longer provides overnight accommodations for guests, visitors can still enjoy a bar and restaurant on the ground floor and a museum on the upper floors.
    — The Arizona Republic, 27 Apr. 2024
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upper

2 of 2 noun
  • There are versions with shearling in the footbed and on the upper.
    — Dave Schilling, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2023
  • For dust or dirt that’s a bit more baked into the uppers, peep the next step.
    — Jessica Cherner, House Beautiful, 25 Apr. 2023
  • Meanwhile, the leather uppers will break in and slowly mold to the shape of your feet.
    — Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2023
  • The boots have black laces, rubber soles and leather uppers.
    — Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 July 2023
  • The lightweight flats feature a round toe and a cute knit upper.
    — Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 5 May 2023
  • The sock-like knit uppers are easy to pull on and feel comfortable against the ankle.
    — Calin Van Paris, Peoplemag, 10 Feb. 2024
  • Their uppers are a mix of leather and elastic panels that make the shoes easy to slip into and out of.
    — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 3 Feb. 2024
  • The bandage-style upper fits snugly across the top of the foot and adds style points with its iconic triple stripe.
    — Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2023
  • Having tested the shoes on both the treadmill and rain-soaked trails, what struck me most was the strength of the polyurethane foam sole and thin nubuck leather uppers.
    — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 29 Sep. 2023
  • The sole is crafted from rubber and jute with a fabric upper.
    — Daria Smith, Southern Living, 19 May 2021
  • The home’s windows have black frames, and the Hardie plank siding is board and batten on the lower half and clapboard on the upper.
    — BostonGlobe.com, 20 Dec. 2022
  • The all white sole contrasts nicely with the brown or black upper to create a business causal look.
    — Brad Lanphear, Men's Health, 5 Sep. 2023
  • Plus, the rubber soles and canvas uppers mean these shoes aren’t too heavy for little ones.
    — Bridget Shirvell, Parents, 27 July 2023
  • The downside is that tight uppers can make the boot a little squirrely off-piste.
    — Douglas Schnitzspahn, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2023
  • The boots are roomy enough to add custom insoles and don’t require a break-in period thanks to the leather and mesh uppers.
    — Danny Perez, Popular Mechanics, 1 Sep. 2023
  • Red and blue American flags with metallic gold stars line the uppers.
    — Shaun Harper, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2024
  • What to Consider: The uppers can feel stiff and require some breaking in.
    — Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2024
  • With an easy-to-slip-on style, foam insole, and curly sheepskin upper, the soft and comfy slides are perfect for all-day wear.
    — Mia Huelsbeck, Peoplemag, 4 Aug. 2023
  • Want to get caught up on the next generation of fixer uppers?
    — Kelsey Mulvey, House Beautiful, 29 Aug. 2023
  • The shoes have leather uppers and synthetic rubber soles.
    — Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 19 Apr. 2023
  • Plus the durable Nubuck leather upper provides protection from the lava crater floor.
    — Sunset Magazine, 30 June 2023
  • This slip-on shoe style packs top-tier cushioning with a breathable upper that can be taken on and off with ease.
    — John Thompson, Men's Health, 23 Mar. 2023
  • The leather-and-suede upper resists abrasions very well but takes longer to dry than the mesh found on lighter, more flexible trail runners.
    — Maggie Slepian, Popular Mechanics, 30 Mar. 2023
  • Its leather upper stands up to wear and tear while its rubber outsole maintains traction all day.
    — Sara Coughlin, SELF, 11 Oct. 2023
  • This pair features leather uppers for a sleek look with cushioned insoles for comfort.
    — Leah Melby Clinton, wsj.com, 3 Nov. 2023
  • The breathable, quick-dry mesh upper keeps your feet cool and dry during activity.
    — Lindsay Modglin, Verywell Health, 6 Mar. 2023
  • Additionally, the knit upper is very breathable and allows the heat from your toasty toes to escape.
    — Caroline Lubinsky, Men's Health, 16 Aug. 2023
  • They're made with stretchy polyester uppers that hug your feet but move with them, all while never losing their compressive nature.
    — Rebecca Norris, Woman's Day, 10 Mar. 2023
  • These supportive boots do just that with their waterproof membranes, pigskin leather, and mesh uppers.
    — Aly Walansky, Travel + Leisure, 22 Mar. 2024
  • Water-resistant suede uppers make these boots feel very high-quality.
    — Calin Van Paris, Peoplemag, 10 Feb. 2024

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