Up before somebody/something

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phrase

To be summoned to appear in a court of law or before a person in authority.

He was charged with robbery and will be up before the judge tomorrow.
Visual representation of "up before somebody/something" - To be summoned to appear in a court of law or before a person in authority.

Often appears as...

  • up before the court
  • up before the judge
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Legal Context

This phrase often appears in legal situations where someone must face authority.

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After the incident, he was up before the disciplinary board.
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Serious Tone

Using 'up before' denotes a serious situation that should not be taken lightly.

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The CEO is up before the board for a financial review.
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Future Implication

It implies a future event where one will be accountable to someone else.

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She's nervous because she'll be up before the admissions panel next week.
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