what's up
Example Sentences
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I was genuinely searching for real answers in “The Man Will Burn” to lingering questions like, what’s up with these clowns and why do so many people despise them?
From Salon ● Jul. 24, 2026
I’ll start here: I’m not sure what’s up with the red-striped home shirts—I know it’s supposed to resemble a waving U.S. flag, but all I see is a Christmas candy cane.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026
"Hey Olympics, what's up with those medals?" the biathlete asks in the video.
From Barron's ● Feb. 9, 2026
"He is very naturally curious. He wants to ask questions. He wants to know what's up with his guests and he has good instincts to make it an engaging listen."
From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2024
“So what’s up? Something I can help you with?”
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
