Definition of Upon

a formal form of the word ‘on’

Examples of Upon in a sentence

Upon receipt of this document, please give me a call to let me know it has made it to you.  🔊

Upon the king’s arrival, several of the courtyard singers burst out into song.  🔊

My mother drew upon her mother’s knowledge of cooking to create a fabulous meal.  🔊

Late at night, the police happened upon a robbery that was taking place at the local bank.  🔊

The man was someone you could depend upon and was always willing to lend a helping hand.  🔊

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