Upstroke (noun)

A movement or action of moving upwards, especially the movement of a pen or brush in writing or painting.

Origin:

Derived from the combination of 'up' and 'stroke'.

Examples:

1. The upstroke of the pen created a thin line on the page.
2. The upstroke of the painter's brush added highlights to the portrait.
3. The musician made a swift upstroke on the guitar, strumming the chord.
4. The upstroke of the bird's wings carried it into the air.
5. The dancer's upstroke lifted her into the air, spinning gracefully.