1
: pop fly
2
: a component or device that pops up
3
: a pop-up book
4
: a pop-up window on a computer screen
1
: of, relating to, or having a component or device that pops up
a pop-up book
2
: appearing suddenly: such as
a
computing
: appearing suddenly on a screen over another window or display
a pop-up window
a pop-up ad
b
of a business
: set up quickly for short-term operation in a temporary location
pop-up stores/shops
pop-up retail
The front lawn of nearly every home becomes either a parking lot or a pop-up market, perfect for hungry, thirsty fans held captive by the … lines of traffic.—
Juliet Macur
Juliet Macur
c
meteorology
: appearing or developing quickly in isolation rather than as part of a line or grouping of storms
By Thursday you should be able to go coast to coast and see only pop-up thunderstorms …—Paul Clark
Paul ClarkLate summer is prime time for "pop-up" thunderstorms: storms born of hot, moist air that occur without regard to frontal activity or other large weather disturbances that are more easily understood.—The Journal & Courier (Lafayette, Indiana)
The Journal & Courier (Lafayette, Indiana)Examples of pop-up in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebJem Aswad, Variety, 8 May 2024
All versions of the van also come standard with two sliding doors with mosquito nets and a roof-top pop-up tent.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 8 May 2024
Stay tuned to the international independent design scene to find more of the brands represented at the pop-up.
—Skylar Mitchell, Essence, 8 May 2024
Over the summer Junior plans to host pop-ups at the Amaranth space when the bakery is not in operation.
—Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 7 May 2024
There's something reassuring about walking into The Wheel, a takeout spot and pop-up restaurant located in a residential neighborhood of Oakley.
—Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 7 May 2024
Skims at first sold its products online only through its website before expanding to retailers including Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue and hosting occasional pop-ups.
—Andrea Chang, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2024
The team of eight performers has garnered a loyal following across town, often performing at pop-ups at Giddy Goat, Triple C and similar spaces.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2024
After playing double duty as musical guest and host on Saturday Night Live, the singer brought her Radical Optimism vibe to Times Square for a surprise pop-up gig on Sunday night (May 5).
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 6 May 2024
Katherine Alex Beaven, Travel + Leisure, 28 Mar. 2023
In addition, the hotels will encourage social encounters, interactions and experiences through a range of ‘pop-up corners’ dedicated to handicrafts, beauty or product tastings with partner brands.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2023
Some interim uses the city could approve include co-work office spaces, art studios or galleries, or pop-up retail and resource centers that offer everything from health services to tax services.
—Tammy Murga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2023
A few years ago, multiple people messaged me about a must-try tuna sandwich from a pop-up in Los Angeles.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2023
Other tips include not clicking on pop-up ads or downloading files or apps from an untrusted source, making sure software is updated with the latest security protections, and installing an anti-tracking browser.
—Maureen Groppe, USA TODAY, 27 Mar. 2023
Daily visitors to the show can also find treats in Café 101 or shop around with pop-up vendors and an outdoor market.
—Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 24 Mar. 2023
Dubbed the Simone Rocha Center Stage installation, the pop-up also introduces Simone Rocha’s menswear pieces to Nordstrom’s fashion lineup—thus, there was a lot to celebrate.
—Condé Nast, Vogue, 24 Mar. 2023
On Sunday, March 26, the restaurant (located at 5 55th Place South in Woodlawn) will offer patrons a special pop-up breakfast menu from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. while supplies last.
—Shauna Stuart | Sstuart@al.com, al, 24 Mar. 2023
Noun
This season,the festival will also bring a pop-up festival experience to Brower Park, as well as Highland Park in Brooklyn for a second year.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 8 May 2024
All versions of the van also come standard with two sliding doors with mosquito nets and a roof-top pop-up tent.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 8 May 2024
Stay tuned to the international independent design scene to find more of the brands represented at the pop-up.
—Skylar Mitchell, Essence, 8 May 2024
Over the summer Junior plans to host pop-ups at the Amaranth space when the bakery is not in operation.
—Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 7 May 2024
There's something reassuring about walking into The Wheel, a takeout spot and pop-up restaurant located in a residential neighborhood of Oakley.
—Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 7 May 2024
Skims at first sold its products online only through its website before expanding to retailers including Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue and hosting occasional pop-ups.
—Andrea Chang, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2024
The team of eight performers has garnered a loyal following across town, often performing at pop-ups at Giddy Goat, Triple C and similar spaces.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2024
After playing double duty as musical guest and host on Saturday Night Live, the singer brought her Radical Optimism vibe to Times Square for a surprise pop-up gig on Sunday night (May 5).
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 6 May 2024
Adjective
This canopy has an easy pop-up design that uses a center pole for stability and height.
—Katherine Alex Beaven, Travel + Leisure, 28 Mar. 2023
In addition, the hotels will encourage social encounters, interactions and experiences through a range of ‘pop-up corners’ dedicated to handicrafts, beauty or product tastings with partner brands.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2023
Some interim uses the city could approve include co-work office spaces, art studios or galleries, or pop-up retail and resource centers that offer everything from health services to tax services.
—Tammy Murga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2023
A few years ago, multiple people messaged me about a must-try tuna sandwich from a pop-up in Los Angeles.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2023
Other tips include not clicking on pop-up ads or downloading files or apps from an untrusted source, making sure software is updated with the latest security protections, and installing an anti-tracking browser.
—Maureen Groppe, USA TODAY, 27 Mar. 2023
Daily visitors to the show can also find treats in Café 101 or shop around with pop-up vendors and an outdoor market.
—Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 24 Mar. 2023
Dubbed the Simone Rocha Center Stage installation, the pop-up also introduces Simone Rocha’s menswear pieces to Nordstrom’s fashion lineup—thus, there was a lot to celebrate.
—Condé Nast, Vogue, 24 Mar. 2023
On Sunday, March 26, the restaurant (located at 5 55th Place South in Woodlawn) will offer patrons a special pop-up breakfast menu from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. while supplies last.
—Shauna Stuart | Sstuart@al.com, al, 24 Mar. 2023
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