bobs (up)

Definition of bobs (up)next
present tense third-person singular of bob (up)

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Verb
  • Occasionally, an argument breaks out about who ate the last slice of baloney in the refrigerator.
    Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
  • Episode 2 starts with another flashback to young Nolan’s life on Viltrum when the Scourge Virus breaks out.
    Jordan Moreau, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Detachment isn’t an issue in Flynn’s production, which keeps such a tight focus on the actors that the human drama fully emerges.
    Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
  • If El Niño emerges as anticipated this summer, NOAA said coral bleaching could return in a big way between June and September.
    Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 3 June 2026
Verb
  • What are some potential solutions for when this problem arises again could be the key to unlocking another title, regardless of any personnel changes that might happen.
    Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 31 May 2026
  • By investing in this unified decision layer today, industrial leaders can ensure that when the next challenge or opportunity arises, their teams can act swiftly, wisely and in unison, turning insight into action and action into outcomes.
    Dustin Johnson, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
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“Bobs (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bobs%20%28up%29. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.

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