Phrasal Verbs Using 'Up' - Cleaning or Separating

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to break up [verb]

to end a relationship, typically a romantic or sexual one

Ex: She had to break up with him because they wanted different things .

to clean up [verb]

to make oneself neat or clean

Ex: The environmental activists are urging residents to help clean up local parks and green spaces .

to clean up after [verb]

to tidy, remove, or organize things following a particular activity or event

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to clear up [verb]

to explain or resolve confusion, making something easier to understand or less ambiguous

Ex: The spokesperson cleared up any doubts about the new product by addressing common questions during the presentation .

to clear up after [verb]

to make a place tidy by putting things back where they belong, often following a particular activity or event

Ex: The catering staff stayed late to clear up after the wedding reception , leaving the venue spotless .

to divide up [verb]

to distribute something into separate parts, shares, or portions

Ex: To ensure equal participation , the facilitator suggested they divide up into smaller discussion groups .

to mop up [verb]

to remove or absorb liquid from the ground floor, often using a sponge, cloth, or absorbent material

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to split up [verb]

to separate something into smaller components

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to sweep up [verb]

to collect and remove dirt or trash, typically from the floor or a surface using a broom

Ex: The cleaning crew had to sweep up the leaves that had blown into the hallway .

to tear up [verb]

to rip something into small pieces

Ex: He accidentally tore up the important report while flipping through it .

to tidy up [verb]

to make a place neat and orderly by putting things away, cleaning, or organizing

Ex: Tidy up your desk after finishing your homework .

to wash up [verb]

to clean one's hands, face, or body, typically using water and soap

Ex: She always washes up after playing with her pet .

to wipe up [verb]

to clean a surface by using a cloth or mop to remove liquid or any sort of substance spills

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Phrasal Verbs Using 'Up'
Interacting or Documenting	Increasing or Decreasing	Causing or Expressing a Feeling	Creating or Making
Moving or Positioning	Stopping, Finishing, or Delaying	Cleaning or Separating	Giving or Gathering
Improving or Strengthening	Messing Things or Causing Problems	Harming, Criticizing, or Stealing	Starting or Emerging
Adding or Filling	Paying, Assessing, or Checking	Facing, Allowing, or Restricting	Sleeping, Protecting, or Connecting
Styling, Barfing, or Discovering	Becoming	Consuming or Cutting	Reaching or Elevating
Securing, Confining, or Hiding	Others