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write-up

[rahyt-uhp] / ˈraɪtˌʌp /
NOUN
written description or account
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I was skeptical that the world needed a fifth installment of the Toy Story franchise, but then I read Dana Stevens’ write-up of a film that “wrestles with an existential threat to the franchise—and triumphs.”

From Slate Jun. 17, 2026

“A write-up could be given to you based on the fact that your cellmate was involved in certain activities,” said Warren.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 6, 2025

When a promotion is at stake, a professor is often inclined to soften his marks for fear of a bad write-up.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 23, 2025

The write-up described "laughter and lively conversation" with members reminiscing "about the good times while planning their future BM escapades".

From BBC May 7, 2025

So not only was it written up ahead of time, but it got a big write-up afterwards.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns

She does the write-ups on Google Docs, and includes what she paid for items.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 8, 2026

Now she gets glowing write-ups in right-wing media about her conversion to Christianity.

From Salon Apr. 5, 2025

In addition, the Bureau of Prisons will restore early release credits to FCI Dublin transfers and expunge invalid disciplinary write-ups by Dublin staff to ensure class members don’t lose opportunities for early release.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 6, 2024

“Maybe the conventional model of a nice building with artefacts and lights and write-ups, maybe that isn’t what’s going to work in this part of the world?”

From BBC Sep. 21, 2024

To my amazement, the gallery accepted the exhibit—twenty-two portraits of my people, accompanied by write-ups and videos about their lives.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana




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