up to
preposition
1
—used as a function word to indicate extension as far as a specified place
sank up to his knees in the mud
2
—used as a function word to indicate a limit or boundary
up to 50,000 copies a month
worked up to the last minute
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 July 2025
Best Nordstrom Anniversary Sale accessory deals Some pretty wild things are going on over in the accessories department, where high-summer necessities like city bags, sleek sunglasses, and statement jewelry are up to 43% off.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 12 July 2025
Keep reading for deals on Apple tech, Samsonite luggage, and more—up to 86 percent off.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2025
The battery life is impressive, lasting up to four hours on a single charge.
—Simon Hill, Wired News, 12 July 2025
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“Up to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/up%20to. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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