fish up

The phrase "fish up" is often used metaphorically to describe retrieving something from a hidden or difficult-to-reach place.

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Definition

B2Fishing

(technical)To retrieve something from a body of water using fishing tools.

Example

They fished up a large trout from the lake.
The diver fished up a sunken treasure chest.

B2General

(informal)To find or obtain something from a hidden or difficult-to-reach place.

Example

He managed to fish up some interesting facts from the archives.
She fished up an old photograph from the bottom of the drawer.

Similar

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