Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

work up

[wurk-uhp] / ˈwɜrkˌʌp /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Work up a sweat I will try and hit up some sort of workout class to get my body active.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 8, 2025

Work up an appetite for all those great dining options by making the most of Edmonds’ outdoor activities.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 8, 2022

Work up to longer periods of time if you can, ideally taking them throughout the day, with a longer break before bed.

From Washington Post • Mar. 29, 2022

Work up an appetite for Eat Black Charlotte Week, a weeklong event and festival that highlights over 35 Black-owned food and drink businesses in and around Charlotte, N.C.

From New York Times • May 29, 2021

Work up an action plan to Save Bobby Phillips.

From "Things Not Seen" by Andrew Clements




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "work up" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com