pack up

phrasal verb

packed up; packing up; packs up

: to gather one's belongings together and put them in a suitcase or other container for traveling

He packed up and left town.

British, informal : to stop or quit

She packs up when things become difficult.

British, informal : to stop working properly

The lift has packed up, so you'll have to take the stairs to her flat.

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As Kapas packed up at the end of the expo, a woman approached him, filled with gratitude. —

Jordan Greene, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024 Along with the connectivity upgrade, these silver spears can pack up to six sensors, whereas earlier generations might have only had one. —

Sal Vaglica, WIRED, 11 Dec. 2024 Rosebud: The classic Italian spot with locations on Rush Street and in Deerfield, Lemont and Rosemont will pack up apps, pastas, entrees, sides and desserts like baked clams, ziti, meatballs and tiramisu. —

Monica Eng, Axios, 24 Nov. 2024 Meanwhile, Beth's meeting with Lloyd at the bunkhouse to pack up Colby's personal items for his mother. —

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