up a/the stream

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Examples (10)

  • The salmon swim up the stream to spawn.
  • We had to paddle hard to get up the stream.
  • Walking up a steep stream bed can be challenging.
  • It felt like we were always working up a stream against the current.
  • The hikers followed the trail up the stream to find the hidden cave.
  • To reach the source, you must go up a narrow stream.
  • Trying to convince them was like pushing a boulder up a stream.
  • The small boat struggled to move up the swift stream.
  • They spent the afternoon exploring up a small mountain stream.
  • Despite the difficulties, they managed to make their way up the stream.