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Definition up for something in British English

up for something phrase

phrase
1

in a situation to be considered or examined for a particular status or job

Example

The senator is up for re-election in 2006.

Example

She's up for consideration for a managerial post.

Example

Robinson will not be up for parole for another five years.

Example

The contract comes up for renewal next year.

Synonyms and related words
affirmative action applicant application
Example

Most of the houses are up for sale.

Example

It was agreed that the baby would be put up for adoption.

Synonyms and related words
available public spare
3

appearing in a court of law because you have been accused of a crime

Example

He's up for armed robbery.

Synonyms and related words
affirm allow all rise
Example

'What do you feel like doing?' 'I'd be up for just about anything.'

Synonyms and related words
willing ready interested
Definition up for something in British English