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upriver

[ˈʌpˈrɪvər]

upriver Definition

  • 1toward or nearer the source of a river
  • 2in the direction that a river flows

Using upriver: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "upriver" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    We paddled upriver for several miles before stopping to rest.

  • Example

    The town is located upriver from here.

  • Example

    The pollution in the river is coming from upriver.

  • Example

    The boat sailed upriver against the current.

upriver Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for upriver

Antonyms for upriver

Phrases with upriver

  • to travel towards the source of a river

    Example

    We decided to go upriver to explore the wilderness.

  • upriver/downriver

    used to describe the direction of movement along a river

    Example

    The town is located upriver from here, while the ocean is downriver.

  • a difficult struggle or challenge, especially one that involves going against the current or prevailing opinion

    Example

    Trying to change the company's policies was an upriver battle, but she didn't give up.

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Summary: upriver in Brief

'Upriver' [ˈʌpˈrɪvər] refers to the direction towards or nearer to the source of a river. It can also mean in the direction that a river flows. The term is often used to describe travel or location, as in 'The town is located upriver from here.' 'Upriver' also has idiomatic uses, such as 'upriver battle,' which means a difficult struggle or challenge.

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