throw up
The phrase 'throw up' has various informal and idiomatic meanings in English, commonly referring to vomiting, but also encompassing actions like raising objects or abandoning tasks.
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Definition
B1Health
(informal)To expel the contents of the stomach through the mouth.
Example
- She felt nauseous and had to throw up after the roller coaster ride.
- He threw up because of the bad food.
C1Construction
(informal)To build or construct something quickly and often carelessly.
Example
- They threw up a temporary shelter for the event.
- Workers threw up the stage overnight.
B2General
(informal)To raise or lift something into the air.
Example
- He threw up his hands in frustration.
- The kids threw up their hats in celebration.
C1Problem Solving
(informal)To produce or generate something, such as a new idea or problem.
Example
- The project threw up some unexpected challenges.
- The discussion threw up several interesting points.
B2General
(informal)To give up or abandon a project, idea, or activity.
Example
- He threw up his hands and quit the job.
- She threw up her studies to travel the world.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "throw up":
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