doctor up
The phrase "doctor up" is commonly used to describe altering something to make it appear better or more appealing, often with a sense of superficial or deceptive improvement.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)To alter or modify something to make it appear better or more favorable, often in a superficial or deceptive way.
Example
- He doctored up his resume to make his experience seem more impressive.
- She doctored up the report to hide the company's losses.
B2Cooking
(informal)To make minor changes or additions to food to enhance its flavor or appearance.
Example
- You can doctor up this soup with some fresh herbs and spices.
- She doctored up the plain cake mix with some chocolate chips and vanilla extract.
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