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as in to roll out
to leave one's bed
you need to get right up when the alarm goes off in the morning
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as in to clothe
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
all got up in her Sunday best
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as in design
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
the wine book's getup is pretty standard, with wines being arranged according to country of origin
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Recent Examples of get up
Jason Green, The Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2025
As Chiefs Kingdom grows and the team reaches for its third consecutive Super Bowl win, some of Kansas City’s newest fans may still be getting up to speed on the NFL and its rules.
—Alecia Taylor, Kansas City Star, 15 Jan. 2025
Ana Gutierrez, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Oct. 2024
The number one spot is, of course, Roan’s joint-smoking, green-skinned Lady Liberty getup from this summer’s Governors Ball Festival in New York in June.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 31 Dec. 2024
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Verb
If convicted, the women could get up to three years in state prison, according to prosecutors.
—Jason Green, The Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2025
As Chiefs Kingdom grows and the team reaches for its third consecutive Super Bowl win, some of Kansas City’s newest fans may still be getting up to speed on the NFL and its rules.
—Alecia Taylor, Kansas City Star, 15 Jan. 2025
Noun
The usual spots dress up in their creepiest getups.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Oct. 2024
The number one spot is, of course, Roan’s joint-smoking, green-skinned Lady Liberty getup from this summer’s Governors Ball Festival in New York in June.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 31 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get up
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Becky is just one of many musicians participating in Super Bowl LIX campaigns this year, and Mountain Dew is only the latest company that has rolled out teasers in recent weeks.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
30 Jan. 2025
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The brand rolled out a six-speed sequential manual gearbox option called Sportshift, for those who preferred paddles to clutch pedals.—
Will Sabel Courtney,
Robb Report,
30 Jan. 2025
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When they’re not clad in ski-gear and ensconced in protective helmets, Kendall has reached for outré furry R13 cowboy boots, bodycon by KHY, and Phoebe Philo outerwear.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
19 Jan. 2025
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Although Chalamet showing up to the London premier of A Complete Unknown on a Lime bike doesn’t come close to the effortless cool of Dylan jumping on his motorbike clad in leather, curly hair untamed and freewheeling up the highway to Newport.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Camouflaged among desert rocks, the deadly illusionist extends its spider-like tail into the open and twitches it to summon hungry insect-eating birds.—
Ryley Graham,
Smithsonian Magazine,
29 Jan. 2025
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Was Link trying to summon us into battle against AI, or guide us safely through this uncertain new terrain?—
Oskar Oprey,
Artforum,
28 Jan. 2025
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Or that costume designer Shirley Kurata doesn’t deserve 22 awards for Malkovich’s outfits alone.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
28 Jan. 2025
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The costume designer, who first dressed Cher in 1967, has created some of the singer’s most iconic looks over the years.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
Fox News,
27 Jan. 2025
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As usual, an A-list crowd of celebrities came out in droves to witness the new designs from Raf Simons and Miuccia Prada.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
19 Jan. 2025
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The Next-Generation of All-Electric RVing As with the early prototype, the Flow features thoughtfully appointed interiors and a sleek design that Pebble says is designed to reduce drag.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
19 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Smart alarm clocks wake you during your lightest sleep phase, while circadian rhythm apps help optimize light exposure, caffeine, and sleep timing for a smoother adjustment.—
Maria Sokolina,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Being on the lake and being able to go wake surfing and going for sunset rides with your buddies and stuff.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
22 Jan. 2025
Verb
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He could be seen on numerous videos alongside other Proud Boys during the riot, dressed in tactical gear, leading chants and wielding the ax handle inside the Capitol.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
22 Jan. 2025
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Six nuns in white surrounded a seventh dressed in black, and all were singing.—
Elisabeth Vincentelli,
New York Times,
22 Jan. 2025
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The remaining Housewives then gathered in Jenna's room, where Brynn retold her story.—
Esther Kang,
People.com,
22 Jan. 2025
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What To Know Several online videos show supporters gathering outside the Central Detention Facility in Washington D.C. on Monday evening.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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