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up and about
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In movimento, soprattutto dopo un infortunio
used to refer to someone who has recovered from an illness or injury and is no longer in bed
IdiomWhat is the origin of the idiom "up and about" and when to use it?
The idiom "up and about" is believed to have originated in the 19th century and is commonly used to describe someone who is active, mobile, and engaged in their usual activities after a period of illness, rest, or recovery.
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It's good to see him up and about again after his illness.
After a week of bed rest, John was finally up and around, slowly regaining his strength and mobility.
After recovering from his surgery, he was up and about in just a few days.
Despite being unwell the previous day, Lily was up and about, ready to tackle her daily responsibilities with renewed energy and determination.
Despite the recent surgery, Emma was up and around, taking short walks and gradually resuming her daily activities under the guidance of her healthcare provider.
