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Definition move up in British English

move up phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to change your position to make space for someone or something

Example

Could everyone move up a bit, please?

Synonyms and related words
balance bear yourself bend
2

to go to a better job, higher level etc

Example

He's been moved up to the position of manager.

Example

Interest rates are beginning to move up.

Synonyms and related words
join arrive enter
3

to improve your social status, for example by getting a better job

Synonyms and related words
acquire ascent bankrupt
Definition move up in British English