bubble up
The phrase "bubble up" can describe physical movement, emotional emergence, or the flow of information.
Definition
B2General
(informal)To rise to the surface in the form of bubbles.
Example
- The water started to bubble up as it boiled.
B2Emotions
(informal)To become more noticeable or prominent, often gradually.
Example
- Old memories began to bubble up as she looked through the photo album.
C1Business
(technical, formal)To expose information at a higher reporting level.
Example
- The issues reported by the local teams will bubble up to the senior management.
Similar
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