Up Idioms
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Meaning: Increase the stakes, risk, or effort in a situation.
Example: If we want this project to succeed, we'll need to ante up more resources. Read more ➺
Meaning: to make something more exciting or interesting.
Example: They decided to spice things up by planning a surprise party for their anniversary. Read more ➺
Meaning: about to arrive at a location or place soon.
Example: I'm bout to pull up to the party, see you in ten minutes. Read more ➺
Meaning: addressing someone's behavior or performance to correct it.
Example: The coach pulled the player up for missing practice and emphasized the importance of commitment. Read more ➺
Meaning: in need of money or experiencing financial difficulties.
Example: After losing his job, he found himself hard up and unable to pay the bills. Read more ➺
Meaning: to recognize and accept the truth, particularly when it is inconvenient or unwelcome.
Example: You need to wake up and smell the coffee—our company is in serious trouble. Read more ➺
Meaning: be well informed about a matter or subject.
Example: She's always up on the latest fashion trends. Read more ➺
Meaning: end of a relationship, marriage, or partnership.
Example: The couple split up after months of conflicts and arguments. Read more ➺
Meaning: to move toward someone.
Example: The team has come up with cost-saving ideas to cut the budget short. Read more ➺
Meaning: to find a new thought.
Example: The team has to come up with cost-saving ideas soon; otherwise, the budget cut will cost them a lot. Read more ➺
