Phrasal Verbs Using 'Up' - Paying, Assessing, or Checking
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to buy up
[Verb]
to buy the whole supply of something such as tickets, stocks, goods, etc.
Ex: The company managed to buy up the limited edition items and create a buzz.
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to cash up
[Verb]
to count all the money a shop made at the end of the day
Ex: The cashier will cash up before closing the store.
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to check up on
[Verb]
to examine something to confirm its quality and accuracy
Ex: The supervisor checked up on the team's work to maintain standards.
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to count up
[Verb]
to add up a group of items or numbers to determine the total
Ex: Children in the classroom were excited to count up the days remaining until the school trip.
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to pay up
[Verb]
to give someone the money one owes
Ex: He borrowed money last month and needs to pay up by Friday.
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to sell up
[Verb]
to dispose of all one's merchandise or possessions
Ex: They decided to sell up their entire collection of rare stamps.
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to settle up
[Verb]
to pay the money one owes someone
Ex: It's important to settle up any outstanding dues before the due date.
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to size up
[Verb]
to examine someone or something in order to form a judgment
Ex: When buying a used car, it's wise to size up its condition and history before making a purchase.
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to stump up
[Verb]
to pay money, often unwillingly or under pressure
Ex: After dinner, everyone had to stump up their share of the bill for the meal.
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to weigh up
[Verb]
to observe someone closely to evaluate their character, abilities, etc.
Ex: She decided to weigh him up before entrusting him with the important task.
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