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 WebChris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 May 2024
Popular on Variety On May 19, Kimmel will unveil Souvenir of the Sunday, an art studio, showroom and boutique pop-up at Row DTLA.
—Marc Malkin, Variety, 17 May 2024
Pepino won’t open until 2025, but in the meantime, Becerra and Williams are planning a series of pop-ups to introduce themselves to the community.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 May 2024
Since 2021, after launching Art to Ware as a pop-up in the Port-Authority terminal mall, Ware has been operating one store there and one within the Westfield World Trade Center in the Oculus.
—Essence, 16 May 2024
The outdoor space allows for plenty of events, including live music and pop-up businesses on select weekends, Cinco de Mayo Celebrations, the 414 Flea market from June through October, and outdoor dance classes hosted by Daync Academy.
—Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 14 May 2024
A number of Gudetama Cafes have cropped up in the last decade, kicking off with a pop-up in Japan, then larger-scale Gudetama Cafes in Singapore, Osaka and Tokyo, as well as a Brighton restaurant called Gudetama’s Lazy Lounge in England.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2024
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
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
Fortunately, Persol has found a perch in Cannes in time for the festival and summer season with a new collection and pop-up in a prime location.
—Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 May 2024
Popular on Variety On May 19, Kimmel will unveil Souvenir of the Sunday, an art studio, showroom and boutique pop-up at Row DTLA.
—Marc Malkin, Variety, 17 May 2024
Pepino won’t open until 2025, but in the meantime, Becerra and Williams are planning a series of pop-ups to introduce themselves to the community.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 May 2024
Since 2021, after launching Art to Ware as a pop-up in the Port-Authority terminal mall, Ware has been operating one store there and one within the Westfield World Trade Center in the Oculus.
—Essence, 16 May 2024
The outdoor space allows for plenty of events, including live music and pop-up businesses on select weekends, Cinco de Mayo Celebrations, the 414 Flea market from June through October, and outdoor dance classes hosted by Daync Academy.
—Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 14 May 2024
A number of Gudetama Cafes have cropped up in the last decade, kicking off with a pop-up in Japan, then larger-scale Gudetama Cafes in Singapore, Osaka and Tokyo, as well as a Brighton restaurant called Gudetama’s Lazy Lounge in England.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2024
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
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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