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to rev up
[phrase form: rev]
01
to increase the speed of an engine
Transitive: to rev up an engine
Example
The mechanic revved up the engine to test its performance.
In a drag race, drivers rev up their engines to get a quick start.
He revved up the motorcycle 's engine before speeding off.
02
to become more active or energized
Intransitive
Example
As the project deadline approached, the team 's productivity revved up.
With the arrival of summer, tourist activity in the coastal town starts to rev up.
With the arrival of spring, business activity in the town starts to rev up.
03
to make someone or something more active, increasing their energy or enthusiasm
Transitive: to rev up sb/sth
Example
The energetic music revved up the crowd at the concert.
The coach revved up the team with an inspiring pre-game speech.
The company introduced a new fitness program to rev up employee wellness.
Example
The mechanic revved up the engine to test its performance.
In a drag race, drivers rev up their engines to get a quick start.
He revved up the motorcycle's engine before speeding off.
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