drag up
To bring back something bad that people wanted to forget, or to raise kids without teaching them good manners.
Meanings
To mention or introduce an unpleasant, embarrassing, or painful topic from the past that people would prefer to forget.
"Why do you always have to drag up that argument we had three years ago?"
To raise a child badly, without proper care, discipline, or education. Usually used critically or humorously.
"He had no table manners at all — it was as if he'd been dragged up rather than brought up."
Primarily British English. The 'raise a child' sense is often used critically, implying neglect or lack of proper upbringing. The 'revive old memories' sense is usually negative in tone.
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