Phrasal Verbs Using 'Up' - Causing or Expressing a Feeling
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to act up
[Verb]
to cause regular discomfort or pain, often related to a physical illness or health issue
Ex: I ca n't play sports right now because my ankle acting up again .
to soak up
[Verb]
to fully immerse oneself in an experience
Ex: While attending the music festival , she wanted soak up the energy of the live performances .
to sex up
[Verb]
to make something more interesting, often by making it sexually appealing
Ex: In an effort to boost ratings , the TV producers decided sex up the reality show with controversial challenges and unexpected twists .
to work up
[Verb]
to cause someone to feel upset or emotional
Ex: The political worked up strong emotions on both sides .
to stir up
[Verb]
to cause strong feelings, often unpleasant ones
Ex: The artist 's expressive painting had the ability stir up a range of emotions in anyone who observed it .
to brighten up
[Verb]
to suddenly feel or appear happier
Ex: Music has the power brighten up people instantly .
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