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upstream

Pronunciation: [ˌʌpˈstrim]

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Learn how to use upstream in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “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.

Example

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?

Context: “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.

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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?

Context: “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?

Context: “business”

(adjective) describing something related to early stages of production or supply. This can mean focusing on the very beginning parts of making something.

Example

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?

How to pronounce upstream

Pronunciation: [ˌʌpˈstrim]

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