adjust upward

Frequency: 7.916.2 per million words

To change a figure, price, or level to a higher amount.

upwardVERB + ADVERB

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adjust

Examples (10)

  • The company decided to adjust its prices upward to cover rising material costs.
  • Economic growth forecasts were adjusted upward following the positive quarterly report.
  • The central bank may adjust interest rates upward next month to combat inflation.
  • We had to adjust the project budget upward by ten percent due to unexpected expenses.
  • Your salary will be adjusted upward in the next pay cycle to reflect your promotion.
  • The teacher adjusted the student's grade upward after a review of the final exam.
  • Global demand for oil has forced many airlines to adjust ticket prices upward.
  • The initial estimates for the crowd size were adjusted upward as more people arrived.
  • Management is planning to adjust the annual production targets upward this year.
  • Because of the high cost of living, pension payments are adjusted upward annually.