What is the answer to "It's on the up and up" in the NYT Crossword?

The answer to the NYT Crossword clue "It's on the up and up" is ASCENT (6 letters).

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It's on the up and up NYT Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the August 12, 2026 puzzle

Stuck on “It's on the up and up” from the New York Times Crossword? Here is the verified answer:

Answer

ASCENT

6 letters · Down · last seen August 12, 2026