heat up
The phrase "heat up" can describe increasing temperature, intensifying situations, or cooking food.
Definition
A2General
(common)To increase in temperature or make something warmer.
Example
- The weather is expected to heat up by the afternoon.
- She used the microwave to heat up her lunch.
B2Situations
(figurative)To become more intense or exciting.
Example
- The debate began to heat up as the candidates clashed over key issues.
- Their rivalry heated up after the last competition.
A1Cooking
(common)To prepare food by making it hot.
Example
- Please heat up the soup before serving.
- She heated up the leftovers for dinner.
Similar
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