dust up
The term "dust up" is an informal phrase used to describe minor conflicts or disturbances, often involving physical or verbal altercations.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)A brief, minor quarrel or fight.
Example
- They had a dust up over the weekend, but things are fine now.
- There was a bit of a dust up in the parking lot after the game.
B2General
(informal)A commotion or disturbance.
Example
- The meeting turned into a dust up when everyone started shouting.
- The protest caused a dust up in the normally quiet town.
C1Slang
(slang)To physically attack someone.
Example
- He threatened to dust up anyone who crossed him.
- They dusted him up pretty badly before the police arrived.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "dust up":
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