1 C1 idiomatic slang
To hastily produce or arrange something, often in a deceptive or low-quality way. (British/Australian slang)
"He dodged up an excuse just before the meeting, and nobody really believed him."
separable
dodge up
C1 slang separable transitive
To produce or arrange something hastily and often in a makeshift or deceptive way. (British/Australian slang)
In plain English
To put something together quickly, often in a way that isn't very honest or careful.
What does "dodge up" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To raise something up while dodging or evading.
Actually means
To put something together quickly, often in a way that isn't very honest or careful.
Usage tip
Primarily used in British and Australian informal speech. Rare in American English. Implies something was produced without proper care, often to deceive. Not widely documented in major dictionaries.
Words that pair with "dodge up"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
excuse plan document story scheme
How to conjugate "dodge up"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
dodge up
I/you/we/they
3rd person
dodges up
he/she/it
Past simple
dodged up
yesterday
Past participle
dodged up
have + pp
-ing form
dodging up
continuous
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