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to be up to something
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having the requisite qualities for
Example
Whenever he gets that secretive look on his face, you know he 's up to no good.
He 's up to his usual tricks, trying to outsmart his opponents in the game of chess.
I doubt she 's up to a visit so soon after her surgery.
to be up to somebody
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to be someone's responsibility or decision
Example
Whenever he gets that secretive look on his face, you know he's up to no good.
He's up to his usual tricks, trying to outsmart his opponents in the game of chess.
I doubt she's up to a visit so soon after her surgery.
The sudden flurry of activity in the office suggests that the team is up to something big.
The company's latest product is up to par with industry standards, ensuring its competitiveness in the market.
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