upstream
Произношение: [ˌʌpˈstrim]
Контекст: «environment»
(adverb) in the direction from which a river flows. If you think of a river, upstream means going back toward where the water starts, like the mountains or hills.
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We traveled upstream to find the source of the river.
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We didn’t go upstream; instead, we floated downstream.
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Can we paddle upstream to see where the river begins?
Контекст: «environment»
(adjective) located in the region that is before a certain point on a river. If you say something is upstream, it means it is situated closer to where the river starts.
Пример
The upstream area of the river is known for its clear water and beautiful scenery.
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The downstream part of the river is much more polluted than the upstream side.
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What wildlife can we see in the upstream section of the river?
Контекст: «business»
(adverb) referring to earlier stages in a process, especially in production or supply chains. It's like looking back at the beginning steps before something is made or delivered.
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We need to examine our upstream processes to improve production.
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Ignoring upstream issues can cause bigger problems later on.
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What challenges do we have in our upstream operations?
Контекст: «business»
(adjective) describing something related to early stages of production or supply. This can mean focusing on the very beginning parts of making something.
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The upstream suppliers play a crucial role in our product quality.
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The downstream team is not responsible for upstream supply issues.
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Who handles the upstream activities in our project?