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3 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Upstream' in a Sentence

"Towards or in the higher part of a stream; against the current." more

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The wise trout strategically positioned itself upstream, waiting for prey to come its way.
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The oil spill upstream is posing a threat to the aquatic life downstream.
The canoeists paddled upstream against the gentle current for an extra challenge.

Upstream

uhp-streem
adverbTowards or in the higher part of a stream; against the current.
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Last Updated On: August 21, 2024
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