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to throw up
[phrase form: throw]
01
to expel the contents of the stomach through the mouth
Intransitive
Example
The bumpy car ride made the motion-sick passenger throw up.
The roller coaster was so intense that many people on board threw up.
02
to forcibly expel something from one's stomach
Transitive: to throw up sth
Example
The pet owner had to take quick action to make the cat throw up the toxic plant it had ingested.
She realized she had consumed an expired product and quickly threw it up.
03
to create something, often unexpectedly
Transitive: to throw up sth
Example
The artist can throw up amazing paintings in a matter of hours.
The brainstorming session helped us throw up some innovative ideas.
04
to cause something, such as dust, to rise into the air
Transitive: to throw up particles of material
Example
The passing cars threw up clouds of dust on the unpaved road.
Be careful not to disturb the soil too much; you might throw dirt up.
05
to unexpectedly quit or leave something such as one's home, job, etc.
Transitive: to throw up one's way of living
Example
After years of dissatisfaction, Sarah finally decided to throw up her job and pursue her passion for travel.
Unable to bear the oppressive atmosphere of her hometown any longer, Emily resolved to throw up everything and start fresh in a new city.
06
to contruct something such as a building in a hurried and fast manner
Transitive: to throw up sth
Example
Due to the urgent need for shelter, the relief organization decided to throw up temporary housing for the displaced families.
The developer aimed to throw up a new shopping complex in record time to capitalize on the bustling holiday season.