
Hot up
Excitement Buildup
Use 'hot up' to describe situations that are increasing in excitement, tension, or competitiveness.

As the election date drew near, the political campaigning really hotted up.
Conversational Tone
'Hot up' is casual and often used in spoken English or informal writing.

The quiz night started slow but hotted up after the second round.
Figurative Use
Understand that 'hot up' can be figurative, not just literal, to express intensifying situations.

The rivalry between the two teams hotted up leading to an unforgettable match.
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