chin up

The term "chin up" can refer to both a physical exercise and an idiomatic expression used to encourage positivity and resilience.

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Definition

B2Fitness

(technical, exercise)An exercise where a person pulls themselves up while hanging from a bar until their chin is level with the bar.

Example

  • He can do ten chin-ups in a row without stopping.
  • Chin-ups are great for building upper body strength.

B1General

(idiom, informal)A phrase used to encourage someone to stay positive and confident, especially during tough times.

Example

  • Keep your chin up; things will get better soon.
  • Even though she was struggling, she always kept her chin up.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "chin up":

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