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tune up

[toon-uhp, tyoon-] / ˈtunˌʌp, ˈtjun- /


NOUN
warmup
Synonyms


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For the Trojans, it was a necessary tuneup heading into the break.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 21, 2025

It’s a great tuneup for quarterback Chris Fields and a great test for the Colts’ offensive line.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 29, 2025

An outside expert in animatronics, who typically works in television and theater, gives them an annual tuneup.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 23, 2025

Raul Ruidiaz wasn’t available due to injury, but Sounders coach Brian Schmetzer was able to utilize his other first-choice players in the final tuneup match.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 18, 2024

The team spent the past two weeks holding preseason camp in Marbella, Spain, and will play a final tuneup scrimmage Saturday.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 13, 2024




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