gear up

verb

geared up; gearing up; gears up

intransitive verb

: to get ready
are gearing up for the big game

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Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors With Hoda Kotb's impending departure from Today, including her 4th hour programming with co-host Jenna Bush Hager, the network is gearing up for a new era centered around Bush Hager. Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025 Collins is also gearing up for a presentation to unveil his latest ready-to-wear and home selections, during next month’s New York Fashion Week. Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 7 Jan. 2025 After months of heavy Galaxy S24 discounts, Samsung is now gearing up to launch the Galaxy S25 by teasing new AI abilities and a fresh pre-order offer. Janhoi McGregor, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025 The barrage of court filings comes as Trump gears up for his inauguration on Jan. 20, set to become the first felon to serve as U.S. president. Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 7 Jan. 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 15 Jan. 2025.

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