get up

Example Sentences

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Galavi, a mechanic and resident of this city on the US border, did not hesitate to get up at dawn to welcome the team when it landed at 5:00 am.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

It’s the big band sound that makes you smile and want to get up and dance with captivating lyrics that always leave you wanting more.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

Arsenal are even better placed for that, so if they are able to get up the pitch in the first place, forcing corner kicks or winning free-kicks will produce good looks at goal.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

So these days, I get up, I go to my piano and I try to be creative.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

Ray sets down cash for our drinks and we get up to leave.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko