get up in
C1 slang inseparable transitive
In simple words
To push yourself into someone's space or business where you are not wanted.
Meanings
1 C1
idiomatic
slang
(Slang) To get physically close to someone in a confrontational or intimidating way.
"He got up in the referee's face after the controversial decision."
Grammar: inseparable
2 C1
idiomatic
slang
(Slang) To intrude into someone's personal affairs or private business.
"Why do you always have to get up in my business? It doesn't concern you."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
Primarily associated with AAVE and American slang. Often used in phrases like 'get up in someone's face' or 'get up in my business'. Implies a violation of personal boundaries. Widespread in hip-hop lyrics and informal speech among younger speakers.
Commonly used with
face business space feelings head grill
Forms
Base
get up in
I/you/we/they
3rd person
gets up in
he/she/it
Past simple
got up in
yesterday
Past participle
got/gotten up in
have + pp
-ing form
getting up in
continuous
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Synonyms
intrude into invade butt into get in someone's face meddle in be all up in
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