noun
- good times or positive experiences; successes or advantages
Usage: informal; usually used in the phrase ‘ups and downs’
Examples
- Life has its ups and downs.
- The ups and downs of the stock market can be stressful.
- She’s experienced many ups in her career lately.
- Every relationship has its ups and downs.
- The team went through ups and downs during the season.
- He handled both the ups and downs with grace.