serve up
phrasal verb
served up; serving up; serves up
: to give (food) to someone at a meal, in a restaurant, etc.
That little restaurant serves up some of the best Indian food in the city.
—sometimes used figurativelyThe movie serves up a lot of laughs.
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Just a few hours later, Dakota Johnson served up another naked dress inspiration at the Kering Foundation's Caring for Women dinner in New York City.
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Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 12 Sep. 2025
During the fall and winter, Grandma loves giving taco night a makeover by serving up the same flavors in a big batch of soup.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2025
Pfaltzgraff Autumn Berry Oval Platter This multipurpose serving dish is ideal for serving up everything from family-style meals to game day appetizers.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
An inning later, Thomas Hatch served up a three-run home run of his own.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 10 Sep. 2025
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Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 12 Sep. 2025
During the fall and winter, Grandma loves giving taco night a makeover by serving up the same flavors in a big batch of soup.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2025
Pfaltzgraff Autumn Berry Oval Platter This multipurpose serving dish is ideal for serving up everything from family-style meals to game day appetizers.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
An inning later, Thomas Hatch served up a three-run home run of his own.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 10 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for serve up
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“Serve up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/serve%20up. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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