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upright

Pronunciación: [ˈʌpraɪt]

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Cómo usar upright en una oración: 3 significados y 9 ejemplos con audio.

Contexto: «physical position»

(adjective) when something is straight up and not lying down. Think of a chair that stands tall and doesn’t fall over. If you sit in a chair that is upright, you are sitting straight.

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The book was placed upright on the shelf so it wouldn't fall over.

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The painting was not upright; it was leaning against the wall at an angle.

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Is the flag standing upright on the pole?

Contexto: «behavior»

(adjective) when someone behaves honestly and morally. It means that a person is good and does the right thing. Like when you always tell the truth and keep your promises.

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She is known for being an upright citizen who helps her community.

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His actions were not upright, as he lied to his friends.

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Do you think being upright is important in a leader?

Contexto: «physical support»

(noun) a piece of furniture or equipment that helps support something else. It keeps things stable and balanced, like a pole that holds up a roof.

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The basketball hoop has an upright that keeps it steady.

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Without a strong upright, the tent would fall down.

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What is the purpose of the upright in the structure?

Cómo se pronuncia upright

Pronunciación: [ˈʌpraɪt]

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