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Turn up

/ˈtərn ˌəp/

B1

PreIntermediate

1. To increase the level, intensity, or volume of something.

  • Can you turn up the music? I can barely hear it.
  • He turned up the heat because it was too cold in the room.

2. To arrive or appear unexpectedly or after being lost.

  • I was surprised when she turned up at the party.
  • My missing keys turned up in the drawer.

3. To make an appearance or attend an event.

  • She promised she would turn up for the meeting this time.
  • Only a few people turned up for the concert.

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