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to work up
[phrase form: work]
01
to gradually but consistently strive to achieve something or make something happen
Examples
The team is steadily working up enthusiasm for the event.
Work up your stamina for the marathon.
02
to cause someone to feel upset or emotional
Examples
Try not to work yourself up about the challenge; you have the skills to overcome it.
The sudden loss worked up a wave of grief in the community.
03
to improve a skill, idea, or project by putting effort
Examples
The students are working up their presentation skills for the upcoming event.
Taking on new responsibilities can work up leadership skills.
04
to produce new ideas or plans
Examples
Let 's work up a strategy for the product launch.
She worked up a plan for the community outreach program.
05
to actively strengthen something
Examples
The success story worked up inspiration among the students.
The competition worked up a spirit of friendly rivalry.
