| 词汇 | up for (something) |
| 释义 | up for (something)1. Ready and willing to do something Sure, I'm up for going to the mall. I'm a little busy right now, but your brother is probably up for a game of basketball. Dr. Stephen will be up for tenure at the end of this term. 2. Slated for a potential change in one's official status. The boss said I might be up for a promotion after the next quarter. Nicky's been on his best behavior since he's up for parole next year. *up for something1. Fig.[of someone] mentally ready for something. (*Typically: be ~; get ~; get oneself ~.) The team is up for the game tonight. We are all up for the contest. 2. Sl. agreeable to something. (*Typically: be ~.) I'm up for a pizza. Anybody want to chip in? Who's up for a swim? up for itready to take part in a particular activity. informal 2003 Observer If the chance ever arose to do my singing and play football for Southampton, I'd be well up for it. up for something1 on offer for something: The house is up for sale. 2 being considered for something, especially as a candidate: Two candidates are up for election. 3 willing to take part in a particular activity: We’re going clubbing tonight. Are you up for it? up for something mod. agreeable to something. I’m up for a pizza. Anybody want to chip in? |
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