as in fashionable
appealing to affluent consumers
a new upscale shopping center is under construction on the west end of town
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Recent Examples of upscale
For upscale accommodations in Sigiriya, andBeyond operates the luxurious Jetwing Vil Uyana, an enclave of 36 rooms spread across five habitats, ranging from forest to paddy fields.
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Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2025
Located in Tokyo’s upscale shopping district, Tokyu Plaza Ginza has a gross floor area of about 50,000 square meters.
—Zinnia Lee, Forbes, 10 Feb. 2025
Most buyers will be looking in the US$35,000 range, and the interior is quite upscale given that price point.
—New Atlas, 7 Feb. 2025
The big picture: Clancy's opened in its current form in 1983, an exemplary example of the upscale neighborhood restaurants popular throughout New Orleans at the time.
—Chelsea Brasted, Axios, 4 Feb. 2025
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Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2025
Located in Tokyo’s upscale shopping district, Tokyu Plaza Ginza has a gross floor area of about 50,000 square meters.
—Zinnia Lee, Forbes, 10 Feb. 2025
Most buyers will be looking in the US$35,000 range, and the interior is quite upscale given that price point.
—New Atlas, 7 Feb. 2025
The big picture: Clancy's opened in its current form in 1983, an exemplary example of the upscale neighborhood restaurants popular throughout New Orleans at the time.
—Chelsea Brasted, Axios, 4 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upscale
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These fashionable kicks have removable EVA orthotic inserts and thick, cushioned soles that’ll support your feet on long travel days.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Feb. 2025
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In the same way that Demi Moore made pregnancy photoshoots fashionable with her iconic 1991 Vanity Fair cover, newer generations of expectant mothers have had their own celebrity trendsetters.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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Among the standout pieces in the second H&M spring 2025 limited-edition Ramadan collection, semi-shiny satins, jacquards and hammered fabrics add an elegant and luxurious touch.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
18 Feb. 2025
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Its classic trim with elegant details on each door can dress up a modern interior or pair with traditional decor to elevate any space.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2025
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In addition to its timeless elegance characteristic of a European chateau, the home is in the exclusive neighborhood of Snedens Landing, which is well known for its rustic seclusion, connection to the arts and proximity to New York City.—
Michael P. McKinney,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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The Chinese vessels were well within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone (EEZ), an area extending 200 nautical miles from its coastline where Manila has exclusive rights to explore and exploit natural resources under the U.N. Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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The rally is partly driven by Xiaomi’s smartphone business, which is selling more high-end, profitable devices.—
Yue Wang,
Forbes,
10 Feb. 2025
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Anyone currently awaiting delivery of a high-end automobile in South Florida can sleep a little easier tonight Local authorities made three arrests last week in connection to a criminal ring that has been stealing exotic cars in the region, WSVN 7 News Miami.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
10 Feb. 2025
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Armen Sarkisyan died Monday at a Moscow hospital from injuries sustained in an explosion in an upmarket residential complex in the capital city, TASS quoted the medical services as saying.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN,
3 Feb. 2025
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Harry Styles is known for his electric bike habit, and has often been photographed cycling Lime Bikes around London’s most upmarket neighborhoods.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN,
15 Jan. 2025
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“Upscale.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upscale. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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