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UKon the up and up
/ɒnðɪ ˌʌp and ˈʌp/
/ɑːnðɪ ˌʌp ænd ˈʌp/on the up and up
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What is the origin of the idiom "on the up and up" and when to use it?
The origin of this idiom is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 20th century. The phrase "on the up and up" was originally used in the context of stock market trading, where it referred to a rising trend in stock prices. Over time, the phrase began to be used more widely to describe any situation where things were improving or becoming more positive.
Examples
1. "Even if everything you do is perfectly legal and on the up and up and you don't have anything to hide, when you know you're being watched, I think you subconsciously change your behavior, and it has this kind of chilling effect."
2. Despite the challenges they faced, the company kept moving forward and eventually, things were on the up and up.
3. After a difficult start, things were finally on the up and up for the team, with a string of victories in their last few games.
4. I want this ransom note to be on the up and up.
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