gear up

verb

geared up; gearing up; gears up

intransitive verb

: to get ready
are gearing up for the big game

Examples of gear up in a Sentence

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Beyoncé is gearing up for what could be another record-breaking tour with Cowboy Carter in 2025, while continuing to solidify her status as one of the wealthiest entertainers in the world. Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025 Tesla is also gearing up to launch its own robotaxi service. Jibin Joseph, PCMAG, 11 Feb. 2025 Currently based in Manila, Philippines, Jillani is gearing up for the release of her debut book: an all-inclusive guide to the broths, snacks, savory dishes and sweet treats that encompass the identity and heritage of her home country. Sonya Rehman, Forbes, 11 Feb. 2025 The duchess is gearing up to premiere her lifestyle series in March. Stephanie Nolasco, Fox News, 11 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for gear up 

Word History

First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of gear up was in 1943

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“Gear up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gear%20up. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.

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