sent up

Example Sentences

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Those notes had been sent up their chain of command at the Pentagon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

Political cartoonists have bravely sent up the powers-that-be for centuries.

From Salon • Jan. 1, 2026

A second partial collapse of the tower about one and a half hours later sent up further billowing clouds of dust.

From Barron's • Nov. 3, 2025

So, naturally, he was frequently courted for roles that sent up his elevated image, which set the stage for this very funny American Express commercial.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 6, 2025

The mare was moving so fast her shoes sent up blue sparks when they struck the pavement.

From "Bone Gap" by Laura Ruby