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Up sticks

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Brit-centric

The phrase is mostly used by British speakers and could confuse others.

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They disliked the rainy weather, so they upped sticks to Spain.
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Colloquial Usage

Used in casual conversation, it might be too informal for official documents or formal writing.

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The city life was too chaotic for them, so they upped sticks to the countryside.
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Sudden Change

'Up sticks' implies a quick or sudden decision to leave, often with a sense of starting anew.

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After losing her job, Jenna decided to up sticks and start afresh elsewhere.
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