what's up

Example Sentences

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You can either walk in or make an appointment and tell them what’s up.

From Salon • Mar. 24, 2026

"Hey Olympics, what's up with those medals?" the biathlete asks in the video.

From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026

“People come through my office and see it and give me a little nod of acknowledgment. Like, ‘Oh, she knows what’s up.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 25, 2024

To understand what’s up with her mom, she’ll have to go through the looking glass.

From New York Times • Feb. 20, 2024

“So what’s up with that? Why’s he giving you things? Is it, what, a thank-you for saving his life?”

From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven