جستجو
to be all up
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در مرز اتمام بودن
(of any finite resource) to be completely or nearly finished
What is the origin of the idiom "be all up" and when to use it?
The idiom "be all up" does not have a well-documented origin, but it is possible that it originated from the phrase "all is up" or "all is up with," which was used in the early 19th century. The term "up" in this context refers to the completion or conclusion of something. Over time, the phrase evolved into "be all up," meaning to be completely or nearly finished. It is often used to describe a situation or endeavor that has reached its final stages or is on the verge of completion.
مثال
As the sun set, our vacation was all up, and we began packing to leave the next morning.
The workday was all up, and I was looking forward to heading home and relaxing.
By the time we finished the last song, the concert was all up, and the audience started to disperse.
The meeting was all up, and I was glad to be done with the lengthy discussions.
The party was all up by the time I arrived, and most people had already gone home.
