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Uncommonsit up
The correct spelling is sit up.
How to pronounce sit up
verb
Say it like: Sit- up
The correct spelling is sit up. To assume a sitting position from a position lying down. For example: "Despite being sick, Lorin sat up to greet the visitors."
Usage Examples
“Despite being sick, Lorin sat up to greet the visitors.”
“Sit up straight, mister!”
“He sat up when we mentioned the increased pay package.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To assume a sitting position from a position lying down.
- 2.To sit erect.
- 3.To show sudden interest or surprise.
- 4.(of the ball) To bounce, especially to a comfortable height.
- 5.To not go to bed (notionally remaining in a sitting position).
noun
- 1.An exercise in which the abdominal muscles are contracted, bringing the torso of a person lying down to a more upright position.
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