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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
Inga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2025
While Carlos Sainz took five races to get up to speed, the team has been scoring consistent points with both drivers in the top 10 at Saudi Arabia.
—Rob Reed, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Tim Moffatt, EW.com, 29 Mar. 2025
The 70-year-old Die Hard actor's getup was complete with a red curler-laden wig, dressy floral top and long white pearl necklace and earrings.
—Jen Juneau, People.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Olof was even willing to get up an hour early every morning to take the bus instead of the 20-minute drive.
—Inga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2025
While Carlos Sainz took five races to get up to speed, the team has been scoring consistent points with both drivers in the top 10 at Saudi Arabia.
—Rob Reed, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Noun
To further see the blending of styles, Elvis' iconic pompadour coiffure also rocked the fashion of the day, making for an interesting addition to this groovy getup.
—Tim Moffatt, EW.com, 29 Mar. 2025
The 70-year-old Die Hard actor's getup was complete with a red curler-laden wig, dressy floral top and long white pearl necklace and earrings.
—Jen Juneau, People.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get up
Verb
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If that is the case, rolling out a vaccine like the COVID vaccine could be delayed, which would be a devastating problem if that occurred during peak season in the late fall and winter for the over 22 million Americans with weakened immune systems that need it.—
Omer Awan,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
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Amid rising competition globally, Musk has pivoted from his promise of making a new affordable EV platform to rolling out driverless taxis and humanoid robots, highlighting Tesla's future as an AI and robotics company instead of an automaker.—
Abhirup Roy and Bipasha Dey,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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The attackers — both clad in black and wearing blue surgical masks — sped off in a gray Nissan sedan with West Virginia tags.—
Roni Jacobson,
New York Daily News,
27 Apr. 2025
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The alleged assassin, clad in khaki prison garb, entered the plea in federal court in New York on Friday, April 25.—
Ben Brachfeld,
People.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Around 250 cardinals were summoned to Italy for business, including the pope’s funeral and chief among their duties — electing the 267th head of the church.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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Dance Mom is summoned over Ava’s objections to the stage.—
Jessica M. Goldstein,
Vulture,
2 May 2025
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Bundy recently went through all the costumes and shoes stored in her garage from her days on the stage as the bubbly sorority sister.—
Meredith Wilshere,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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Bright’s work in costume design has always dabbled in period dramas.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
2 May 2025
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Slate’s design is pretty straightforward for an EV.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
25 Apr. 2025
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To accompany the re-release, a new international poster has been unveiled, presenting a fresh design that aim to honour the timeless image of the Tramp.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
25 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Life is mostly repetitive—wake, eat, work, sleep, repeat—and each day can feel like an unsatisfying circle.—
Joshua Rothman,
New Yorker,
29 Apr. 2025
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Sleep paralysis is the phenomenon of being unable to move upon waking from sleep.—
Sanja Jelic,
Verywell Health,
28 Apr. 2025
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Photo: Courtesy of Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week In 2026, the bride will not be all dressed in white.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2025
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He was spotted dressed as a fisherman catching Hudson – a mermaid – in one snap during Halloween.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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In a video posted online, Jakes is seen pausing during his hour-long sermon, before shaking suddenly as other church members gathered around him, according to USA TODAY's previous reporting.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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Whether gathering to celebrate major achievements or connect with community, these moments captured the power of Black culture.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Get up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get%20up. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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