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Definition take up with in British English

take up with phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to become friendly with someone, especially someone who could have a bad influence on you

Example

I don't want you to take up with the wrong crowd.

Synonyms and related words
befriend make friends click
2

to be busy doing, discussing, or thinking about something

Example

The whole meeting was taken up with arguing about the budget.

Example

She was completely taken up with her own worries.

Synonyms and related words
run around rush around juggle
Definition take up with in British English