as in to rise
to move or extend upward
an upthrusting seamount
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as in thrust
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Recent Examples of upthrust
Tom Yulsman, Discover Magazine, 1 May 2015
Yes, the scientific phenomenon that allows something to float or sink, also known as upthrust.
—Molly Longman, refinery29.com, 9 July 2020
From an upthrust of land in the Shawangunk Mountains, Alfred looked down at Lake Mohonk and was smitten.
—Karl Zimmermann, Los Angeles Times, 3 Aug. 2019
Noun
After all, the collision of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates, which began 50 million years ago, has been responsible for the upthrust of Mt. Everest and the world's tallest mountain range, the Himalaya.
—Tom Yulsman, Discover Magazine, 1 May 2015
Yes, the scientific phenomenon that allows something to float or sink, also known as upthrust.
—Molly Longman, refinery29.com, 9 July 2020
From an upthrust of land in the Shawangunk Mountains, Alfred looked down at Lake Mohonk and was smitten.
—Karl Zimmermann, Los Angeles Times, 3 Aug. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upthrust
Verb
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Jack Posobiec, a right-wing influencer who rose to prominence by pushing conspiracy theories such as Pizzagate, was invited by Pentagon officials to travel on Hegseth’s first trip overseas.—
Ali Breland,
The Atlantic,
28 Feb. 2025
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The watch includes a spinning roulette wheel in a 44-mm rose gold case.—
Mikelle Street,
WWD,
28 Feb. 2025
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Together they are designed to provide the 8.8 million pounds of thrust to propel Orion to deep-space destinations.—
Richard Tribou,
Orlando Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2025
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The movie, full of extraordinary footage, returns us to that moment when the promise of space carried a spiritual thrust.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
9 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Newspapers reported on college students showing up to court hearings in their bathing suits and climbing street poles.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2025
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The Knight Frank Luxury Investment Index reports that rare whisky prices have surged by 280% over the past decade, while fine wine has climbed 146%.—
Anthony Zhang,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Although the fertility rate in neighboring South Korea rose in 2024 for the first time in nine years, thanks to measures to spur young people to marry and have children, the trend in Japan has yet to show an upturn.—
Reuters,
NBC News,
27 Feb. 2025
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City have been struggling for nearly four months and there is still no upturn in sight.—
Sam Lee,
The Athletic,
12 Feb. 2025
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In the Vaca Range on the east side of the area, elevations rise to 1,400 feet and receive sun late in the day, while vineyards in the Mayacamas Mountains on the west side ascend to a more moderate 500 feet and benefit from afternoon shade.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
27 Feb. 2025
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While Baylor football descended into football abyss, Joe’s career ascended in banking and private business.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Recently, the blooms have been linked to ocean upwellings, where water loaded with rich nutrients from the deeper ocean is pushed closer to shore, sunlight stimulating the blooms.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Orange County Register,
28 Feb. 2025
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This upwelling of worry came just as the observable fundamentals began to look more encouraging.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
21 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Semiconductor companies and their suppliers were particularly heavy weights, after soaring to staggering heights because of the frenzy around artificial-intelligence technology.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2025
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As her version soars once again and becomes a bestseller, a very famous reworking of the tune manages to return as well.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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Social Security Administration leadership upheaval The Department of Government Efficiency, also known as DOGE, is not a federal department.—
Lorie Konish,
CNBC,
1 Mar. 2025
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But, this season has been dominated by injuries and roster upheaval.—
Corey Masisak,
The Denver Post,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Upthrust.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upthrust. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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