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Starting or Emerging

10 Words

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boot up
1.
boot up
Verb

(of a computer or electronic device) to start and load the operating system into memory for use

The new software allows the computer to boot up much faster than before.

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crop up
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crop up
Verb

to appear or arise unexpectedly, often referring to a problem, issue, or situation that was not previously anticipated or planned for

Just before the event, technical difficulties cropped up, causing a slight delay in the scheduled program.

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pop up
3.
pop up
Verb

to appear or happen unexpectedly

While reading the article, a related video popped up on the sidebar.

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set up
4.
set up
Verb

to establish a fresh entity, such as a company, system, or organization

She set up a charity to support underprivileged children in the community.

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sprout up
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sprout up
Verb

to experience a rapid and unexpected emergence of a significant number of things

The organization sprouted up new branches, extending its reach to different corners of the country.

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start up
6.
start up
Verb

to start a process, organization, or activity

The manager started up a new project to streamline the workflow.

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strike up
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strike up
Verb

to begin something, particularly a conversation or relationship

The students struck up a study group to prepare for the upcoming exams.

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take up
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take up
Verb

to make a new interest or hobby a regular part of one's life

Let's take up the habit of reading before bedtime.

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take up with
9.
take up with
Verb

to dedicate one's time and energy to a specific activity or pursuit

I'm planning to take up with a new hobby—photography.

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wash up
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wash up
Verb

to clean one's hands, face, or body, typically using water and soap

We should wash up before sitting down for dinner.

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