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hang-up

[hang-uhp] / ˈhæŋˌʌp /




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He’s going to cover one whole wall with mirrors and hang up punching bags.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

“Jimmy, you need to hang up the phone with me, and you need to call the kid and give him a full scholarship,” Santa told Chester.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Don’t hang up your house keys just yet.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 19, 2026

I said I want Derek to hang up the gloves regardless, but what Wilder does next if he wins really depends on the manner of the victory.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

I hang up and fish under my bed for a piece of blue poster board.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali




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