Definition of bang-upnext

bang up

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verb

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Recent Examples of bang-up
Adjective
Layton maintains a simmering tension throughout, demonstrating a commitment to gritty SoCal locations, a few bang-up action sequences and nifty reveals. Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 12 Feb. 2026 But Rizzi’s doing a bang-up job in Denver, with a special-teams unit that’s become lethal. Luca Evans, Denver Post, 19 Jan. 2026
Verb
Cubs keep navigating injuries to the pitching staff Six weeks in, the Cubs already are used to the challenges of a pitching staff that has been constantly banged up by injuries. Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026 The Giants almost tacked on another run off Yamamoto in the bottom of the sixth when third base coach Hector Borg made an aggressive send, but the move didn’t work in San Francisco’s favor — and left Jung Hoo Lee banged up. Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bang-up
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bang-up
Adjective
  • An individual company can maintain excellent controls and favorable claims experience while still facing higher pricing because the market has deteriorated around it.
    Randy Sadler, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Food and drink The property’s on-site restaurant serves decent New American fare in a room that offers the same excellent views as the penthouses, or on the hotel’s delightful terrace during the warmer months.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • The two once presented a live demo minutes after a computer cloud crash wiped out their materials, winning anyway after Andreou pitched the product entirely from memory.
    Sebastian Herrera, Fortune, 27 June 2026
  • Widespread flooding across Kentucky has left at least four dead Saturday, prompting dozens of rescues after heavy rains wiped out bridges, inundated roads and flooded homes, with more significant rainfall on the way.
    Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 27 June 2026
Adjective
  • Jordan Lawler pinch-ran but was caught stealing on a terrific throw by Marlins catcher Joe Mack.
    Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Scott tears into the Bard’s lines — his Hamlet is terrific — and the spotlight is more on his sense of humor than his pain.
    Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • His frequent, sweeping cross-field balls to right wing-back Daniel Munoz helped Forest find space in which to hurt their opponents.
    Paul Taylor, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026
  • One staffer at a top AI company told CNN the fears of how AI could hurt humanity keeps them up at night.
    Hadas Gold, CNN Money, 16 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • That there’s a wonderful wedge salad to brighten up the plate is just icing on the cake.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Ornamental grasses are a wonderful way to spruce up your lawn or add some softness and movement to your garden.
    Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 15 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • The vessel's superstructure and deck were damaged in the morning attack, Kiper said on Telegram.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The incident damaged filter capacitors and contributed to a shutdown lasting around six months.
    Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 17 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • Indeed, as much as Chicago has looked to past mayors as larger-than-life figures, the city rarely has accomplished anything great without the active involvement of its business community.
    The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Evolution When asked about the greatest innovation of humans, people will often say language or fire.
    Hannah Little, Scientific American, 20 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Franklin-Murdock argued Tuesday that removing the videos could potentially harm Bourne’s ability to defend herself in a separate criminal case filed last week by Yolo prosecutors, the Enterprise reported.
    Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Thirlwall’s report describes how numerous children were harmed, but concerns either weren’t raised or suspicions weren’t elevated to managers.
    Brian Melley, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026

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“Bang-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bang-up. Accessed 21 Sep. 2026.

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