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Definitions from WordNet

Verb rev up has 2 senses
  1. rev up, step up - speed up; "let's rev up production"
    --1 is one way to increase
    Sample sentence:
    Somebody ----s something
  2. rev up, rev - increase the number of rotations per minute; "rev up an engine"
    --2 is one way to increase
    Sample sentence:
    Somebody ----s something

Definitions from the Web

Term: Rev up (phrasal verb)

Definition: To increase the speed, intensity, or excitement of something.

Senses:

  • Sense 1: To accelerate an engine or machine.
  • Sense 2: To stimulate or activate someone or something.
  • Sense 3: To prepare oneself mentally or physically.
  • Sense 4: To make someone or something more lively or animated.
  • Sense 5: (Informal) To become more energetic or enthusiastic.

Sample Sentences:

  1. Sense 1:
    • The mechanic revved up the car by pushing the accelerator.
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  2. Sense 2:
    • The energetic music revs up the crowd during concerts.
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  3. Sense 3:
    • He needs to rev up for the big presentation tomorrow.
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  4. Sense 4:
    • The comedian's jokes revved up the audience, making them laugh harder.
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  5. Sense 5:
    • The team revved up after scoring their first goal.
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