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to fix up
[phrase form: fix]
01
to provide someone with something such as a service or an opportunity
Ditransitive: to fix up a service for sb | to fix up sb with a service
Examples
He managed to fix up a discount for the group on their hotel accommodations.
02
to arrange or schedule a meeting, event, or appointment
Transitive: to fix up a meeting or event
Examples
The manager promised to fix up a meeting with the company's CEO.
03
to prepare something for use, often by improving its condition or appearance
Transitive: to fix up a place or its appearance
Examples
We're planning to fix the backyard up before the summer barbecue.
04
to arrange a meeting between two people who may become romantically involved with each other
Transitive: to fix up two people
Ditransitive: to fix up sb with sb
Examples
She asked her friend to fix her up with a colleague from work.
05
to help someone recover from a challenging situation, often related to health or personal issues
Transitive: to fix up sb
Examples
The support group plays a crucial role in fixing up those who are coping with grief and loss.
