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Definitions from the WebTerm: "to start someone up"Part of Speech: Verb Phrase Sense 1: To provoke or incite someone emotionally or mentally. Sample Sentence: Whenever he talked about politics, he would always find a way to start her up and ignite a passionate debate. Sense 2: To initiate or begin someone's participation in an activity or event. Sample Sentence: The coach started up the team by delivering an inspiring speech before the game. Sense 3: To establish or launch someone's career or business venture. Sample Sentence: The renowned producer started up many aspiring actors and actresses, giving them their first big break in the industry. Sense 4: To activate or turn on a machine, device, or system. Sample Sentence: Remember to start up the computer before you begin working. Sense 5: To create and set up the necessary infrastructure for a website or software application. Sample Sentence: The IT team was responsible for starting up the company's new e-commerce platform. Related Products: | ||||
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