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Wad Up

Definition:

(Phrasal Verb)

1. To crumple or compress something into a small, tight mass.

2. To form a tight ball or mass by compressing or rolling pieces of material together.

3. To gather or crumple fabric or paper into a loose, compact mass.

4. (Slang) A casual greeting or inquiry about someone's well-being.

Examples:

1. To crumple or compress something:

• She wadded up the newspaper and tossed it into the recycling bin.
• He wadded up the receipt and threw it in the trash.

2. To form a tight ball or mass:

• The teacher wadded up the paper and threw it across the room for a game.
• We wadded up the old clothes to use as stuffing for the pillow.

3. To gather or crumple fabric or paper:

• She wadded up the sheets and tossed them into the laundry basket.
• He wadded up the napkin and placed it on his plate.

4. (Slang) Casual greeting or inquiry:

• "Hey, wad up? How's it going?"
• "Just called to see wad up with you these days."

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