Phrasal Verb - Parking Up
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.Definition
To stop and stay in a parked position, usually with the engine running, often in order to avoid moving again. This term is commonly used in motor racing and other high-performance driving situations.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | The driver had to park up and let the other car pass. |
| 2 | After spotting the parking attendant, he decided to park up and show her his ticket. |
| 3 | The hikers were advised to park up before starting their trek across the mountain. |
| 4 | The motorcyclist parked up and took a snap with his fellow riders. |
| 5 | After failing his driving test, John parked up and cried. |
| 6 | The artist designed a sculpture that would park up against a massive backdrop. |
| 7 | She tried to read a book while parked up next to the lake but was interrupted by the family. |
| 8 | The ambulance was forced to park up due to the narrow road. |
| 9 | The rent-a-car would park up at designated spots due to its size and fragile tires. |
| 10 | He quickly parked up to hide from the danger seeing a storm coming. |