Up

usgb/ʌp/
adverb

To a higher place or position.

He climbed up the ladder.
Visual representation of "up" - To a higher place or position

Often appears as...

  • climb up
  • go up
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Physical Movement

Used when someone or something physically moves to a higher position.

Illustration for Physical Movement
Put the books up on the top shelf.
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Directional Cue

Indicates the direction of motion or location, often paired with verbs of movement.

Illustration for Directional Cue
Look up at the sky!
Visual representation of the word "Up"

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