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an act or instance of helping
a key endorsement that would give the struggling candidate a real leg up right now
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Recent Examples of legs up
Two were legs up on the dining area floor.
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David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
Gently place your legs up the wall, extending your knees and reaching your heels toward the ceiling.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 20 Jan. 2026
Kick your legs up to get as horizontal as possible to propel yourself onto the ice.
—Stephanie Pearson, Outside, 14 Jan. 2026
In another, Biel and Zaya were all smiles, with the Valentine's Day star holding both of her niece's hands as the little girl kicked one of her legs up.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
The flirty blowhard with the goatee is a younger philosophy professor, Hank (Andrew Garfield), who signals their years of friendship (and maybe more) by propping his legs up against her on the couch.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 3 Oct. 2025
When applying, work from the legs up, using any leftover product on your feet, and finish with your hands.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 23 Sep. 2025
In an Instagram video shared by Only in Florida, the person was seen with his upper body hanging over the edge of the glass railing with his legs up in the air before falling over the railing.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 8 Aug. 2025
David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
Gently place your legs up the wall, extending your knees and reaching your heels toward the ceiling.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 20 Jan. 2026
Kick your legs up to get as horizontal as possible to propel yourself onto the ice.
—Stephanie Pearson, Outside, 14 Jan. 2026
In another, Biel and Zaya were all smiles, with the Valentine's Day star holding both of her niece's hands as the little girl kicked one of her legs up.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
The flirty blowhard with the goatee is a younger philosophy professor, Hank (Andrew Garfield), who signals their years of friendship (and maybe more) by propping his legs up against her on the couch.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 3 Oct. 2025
When applying, work from the legs up, using any leftover product on your feet, and finish with your hands.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 23 Sep. 2025
In an Instagram video shared by Only in Florida, the person was seen with his upper body hanging over the edge of the glass railing with his legs up in the air before falling over the railing.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for legs up
Noun
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The 20-year-old earned his first AHL All-Star nod after racking up 28 points (15 goals, 13 assists) in 28 games with the IceHogs.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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Dëmin ranks ninth among rookies in assists, eighth in assists per game, seventh in assist percentage and 10th in assist-to-turnover ratio.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
13 Feb. 2026
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LeBaron Moten, District 60’s deputy superintendent for operational supports and programs, or Eduardo Cesario, the deputy superintendent for academic supports and programs, will soon give their recommendations to Superintendent Theresa Plascencia for final consideration.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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In January, Provost William Inboden eliminated 23 staff positions within UT’s Academic Affairs office, shuttering key supports for faculty teaching, undergraduate research, community engagement and advising.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Feb. 2026
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Rudolph had not received any help from the fund at that time, but Frenkel said the synagogue was able to give her a $10,000 grant to help fix her home.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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The article comes on the heels of the weekend’s Munich Security Conference, where US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called on Europe to assume more responsibility for its own defense after relying for decades on Washington’s help as the backbone of its security.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Velzeboer's victory keeps the 1,000 title in Dutch hands.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Their hands hold a banner with pillars of our democracy written on it, from peace and truth to expression and equity.—
Anya Sesay,
jsonline.com,
16 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Familiar dishes with small boosts tend to shine the most — creamy pastas, roasted proteins, cozy vegetarian mains, chocolate-forward desserts.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
28 Jan. 2026
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This mix has added boosts of ginger and turmeric, which are good for upset stomachs and might even ease seasickness symptoms.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Jan. 2026
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Seven Springs is currently open daily and the resort's website provides real-time updates for its lifts and trails.—
Mike Darnay,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2026
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Jalen lifted with us, but his lifts were modified to maintain a specific weight.—
Jayson Jenks,
New York Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Legs up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/legs%20up. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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