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Exam: TOEIC

upscaled

IPA: /ˈʌp.skeɪld/

KK: /ˈʌpˌskeɪld/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been made larger or improved in quality, often in terms of size, capacity, or sophistication.

Example: The upscaled version of the software includes many new features and enhancements.

verb

Definition: To increase the size, quality, or value of something, often in a way that makes it more luxurious or appealing.

Example: The company upscaled its product line to attract more customers.

upsell

IPA: /ˈʌpˌsɛl/

KK: /ˈʌpˌsɛl/

verb

Definition: To encourage a customer to purchase additional items or upgrades beyond what they originally planned to buy.

Example: The salesperson tried to upsell the customer by suggesting a more expensive model of the phone.

upshift

IPA: /ˈʌpʃɪft/

KK: /ˈʌpʃɪft/

intransitive verb

Definition: To change a vehicle's gear to a higher one, allowing it to go faster or operate more efficiently.

Example: When driving on the highway, it's important to upshift to maintain speed.

upsize

IPA: /ˈʌp.saɪz/

KK: /ˈʌpˌsaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become larger or increase in size.

Example: The company decided to upsize its operations to meet the growing demand.

transitive verb

Definition: To increase the size or amount of something.

Example: The company decided to upsize its production to meet the growing demand.

upskill

IPA: /ˈʌpˌskɪl/

KK: /ˈʌpˌskɪl/

verb

Definition: To learn new skills or improve existing ones, often to enhance job performance or adapt to changes in the workplace.

Example: Many employees choose to upskill to stay competitive in their careers.

uptick

IPA: /ˈʌp.tɪk/

KK: /ˈʌpˌtɪk/

noun

Definition: A small increase or slight upward movement, often used in the context of finance or statistics.

Example: There was an uptick in sales this quarter compared to the last one.

uptime

IPA: /ˈʌp.taɪm/

KK: /ˈʌpˌtaɪm/

noun

Definition: The period when a machine or system is working and ready to be used.

Example: The server had an impressive uptime of 99.9% last year.

uptrend

IPA: /ˈʌp.trɛnd/

KK: /ˈʌptrɛnd/

noun

Definition: A situation where something, like prices or business activity, is increasing over time.

Example: The stock market is showing a clear uptrend this quarter.

upturn

IPA: /ˈʌpˌtɜrn/

KK: /ˈʌpˌtɜrn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To increase or improve, especially in terms of economic conditions or situations.

Example: The economy is expected to upturn after the recent reforms.

noun

Definition: A positive change or improvement, especially in economic conditions or business activity.

Example: The company reported an upturn in sales this quarter, indicating a recovery in the market.

transitive verb

Definition: To turn something so that the top side is facing upward or to change its position to be upside down.

Example: The gardener decided to upturn the soil to prepare it for planting.

usance

IPA: /ˈjuːzəns/

KK: /ˈjuːzəns/

noun

Definition: The period of time that is accepted by custom for making a payment, especially in international trade, or the practice of using something in a particular way.

Example: The usance for this bill of exchange is typically 30 days after the date of issue.

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