Upstream

usgb/ˌʌpˈstriːm/
adverb

Towards the source or against the flow of a river or stream.

He tried to swim upstream but the current was too strong
Visual representation of "upstream" - Towards the source or against the flow of a river or stream

Often appears as...

  • swim upstream
  • head upstream
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River Source

Use 'upstream' to talk about moving or located towards a river's starting point.

Illustration for River Source
The campsite is upstream, closer to the mountain spring.
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Against Current

When something is going 'upstream,' it's against the water's flow, often showing difficulty.

Illustration for Against Current
Salmons leap upstream during their spawning season.
Visual representation of the word "Upstream"

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