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to rev up
[phrase form: rev]
01
to increase the speed of an engine
Transitive: to rev up an engine
Examples
The mechanic revved up the engine to test its performance.
02
to become more active or energized
Intransitive
Examples
The music at the party revved up, and everyone started dancing.
03
to make someone or something more active, increasing their energy or enthusiasm
Transitive: to rev up sb/sth
Examples
The coach revved up the team with an inspiring pre-game speech.
