1
: pop fly
2
: a component or device that pops up
3
: a pop-up book
4
: a pop-up window on a computer screen
1
: of, relating to, or having a component or device that pops up
a pop-up book
2
: appearing suddenly: such as
a
computing
: appearing suddenly on a screen over another window or display
a pop-up window
a pop-up ad
b
of a business
: set up quickly for short-term operation in a temporary location
pop-up stores/shops
pop-up retail
The front lawn of nearly every home becomes either a parking lot or a pop-up market, perfect for hungry, thirsty fans held captive by the … lines of traffic.—
Juliet Macur
Juliet Macur
c
meteorology
: appearing or developing quickly in isolation rather than as part of a line or grouping of storms
By Thursday you should be able to go coast to coast and see only pop-up thunderstorms …—Paul Clark
Paul ClarkLate summer is prime time for "pop-up" thunderstorms: storms born of hot, moist air that occur without regard to frontal activity or other large weather disturbances that are more easily understood.—The Journal & Courier (Lafayette, Indiana)
The Journal & Courier (Lafayette, Indiana)Examples of pop-up in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebGil Kaufman, Billboard, 6 May 2024
Shameless Society Improv organizes pop-up comedy performances throughout the Queen City.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2024
The Fenty Beauty founder, 36, debuted a bubblegum pink hairstyle while supporting her boyfriend A$AP Rocky at his A$AP Rocky X Puma pop-up shop in Miami on Saturday, May 4.
—Kimberlee Speakman, Peoplemag, 5 May 2024
Pup tents were set up in the center; pop-up tents housing food and medic stations ringed the perimeter.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 5 May 2024
From playing life-size chess and tie-dyeing T-shirts in the activity tent to pop-up concerts at the edge of the lake, there is no shortage of fun things to do on-site.
—Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 May 2024
The collaborative pop-up will be on May 4 at the High Line Nine on 507 West 27th Street in New York City.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 3 May 2024
We were also turned off by the sheer volume of pop-up ads that appear over and over to prompt you to subscribe to Evernote’s $130 per year premium tier.
—Boone Ashworth, WIRED, 3 May 2024
Last winter, the retailer promoted its winter collections with a pop-up in Aspen—even Rihanna stopped by to shop.
—Alexis Bennett Parker, Vogue, 23 Apr. 2024
Katherine Alex Beaven, Travel + Leisure, 28 Mar. 2023
In addition, the hotels will encourage social encounters, interactions and experiences through a range of ‘pop-up corners’ dedicated to handicrafts, beauty or product tastings with partner brands.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2023
Some interim uses the city could approve include co-work office spaces, art studios or galleries, or pop-up retail and resource centers that offer everything from health services to tax services.
—Tammy Murga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2023
A few years ago, multiple people messaged me about a must-try tuna sandwich from a pop-up in Los Angeles.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2023
Other tips include not clicking on pop-up ads or downloading files or apps from an untrusted source, making sure software is updated with the latest security protections, and installing an anti-tracking browser.
—Maureen Groppe, USA TODAY, 27 Mar. 2023
Daily visitors to the show can also find treats in Café 101 or shop around with pop-up vendors and an outdoor market.
—Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 24 Mar. 2023
Dubbed the Simone Rocha Center Stage installation, the pop-up also introduces Simone Rocha’s menswear pieces to Nordstrom’s fashion lineup—thus, there was a lot to celebrate.
—Condé Nast, Vogue, 24 Mar. 2023
On Sunday, March 26, the restaurant (located at 5 55th Place South in Woodlawn) will offer patrons a special pop-up breakfast menu from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. while supplies last.
—Shauna Stuart | Sstuart@al.com, al, 24 Mar. 2023
Noun
After playing double duty as musical guest and host on Saturday Night Live, the singer brought her Radical Optimism vibe to Times Square for a surprise pop-up gig on Sunday night (May 5).
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 6 May 2024
Shameless Society Improv organizes pop-up comedy performances throughout the Queen City.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2024
The Fenty Beauty founder, 36, debuted a bubblegum pink hairstyle while supporting her boyfriend A$AP Rocky at his A$AP Rocky X Puma pop-up shop in Miami on Saturday, May 4.
—Kimberlee Speakman, Peoplemag, 5 May 2024
Pup tents were set up in the center; pop-up tents housing food and medic stations ringed the perimeter.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 5 May 2024
From playing life-size chess and tie-dyeing T-shirts in the activity tent to pop-up concerts at the edge of the lake, there is no shortage of fun things to do on-site.
—Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 May 2024
The collaborative pop-up will be on May 4 at the High Line Nine on 507 West 27th Street in New York City.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 3 May 2024
We were also turned off by the sheer volume of pop-up ads that appear over and over to prompt you to subscribe to Evernote’s $130 per year premium tier.
—Boone Ashworth, WIRED, 3 May 2024
Last winter, the retailer promoted its winter collections with a pop-up in Aspen—even Rihanna stopped by to shop.
—Alexis Bennett Parker, Vogue, 23 Apr. 2024
Adjective
This canopy has an easy pop-up design that uses a center pole for stability and height.
—Katherine Alex Beaven, Travel + Leisure, 28 Mar. 2023
In addition, the hotels will encourage social encounters, interactions and experiences through a range of ‘pop-up corners’ dedicated to handicrafts, beauty or product tastings with partner brands.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2023
Some interim uses the city could approve include co-work office spaces, art studios or galleries, or pop-up retail and resource centers that offer everything from health services to tax services.
—Tammy Murga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2023
A few years ago, multiple people messaged me about a must-try tuna sandwich from a pop-up in Los Angeles.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2023
Other tips include not clicking on pop-up ads or downloading files or apps from an untrusted source, making sure software is updated with the latest security protections, and installing an anti-tracking browser.
—Maureen Groppe, USA TODAY, 27 Mar. 2023
Daily visitors to the show can also find treats in Café 101 or shop around with pop-up vendors and an outdoor market.
—Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 24 Mar. 2023
Dubbed the Simone Rocha Center Stage installation, the pop-up also introduces Simone Rocha’s menswear pieces to Nordstrom’s fashion lineup—thus, there was a lot to celebrate.
—Condé Nast, Vogue, 24 Mar. 2023
On Sunday, March 26, the restaurant (located at 5 55th Place South in Woodlawn) will offer patrons a special pop-up breakfast menu from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. while supplies last.
—Shauna Stuart | Sstuart@al.com, al, 24 Mar. 2023
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