Book up Meaning in English
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Definition
To reserve all or most of the available spots or tickets for an event, place, or service so that nothing is left. Often used when something becomes fully booked.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly informal British and Australian English. Used for hotels, flights, restaurants, tickets, or appointments. Often appears as 'all booked up' or 'completely booked up'. Not common in American English, where 'booked' or 'fully booked' is preferred.
Example Sentences
The hotel was booked up for the holidays.
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All the tables are booked up tonight.
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The theater was booked up weeks in advance.
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Sorry, the appointment schedule is already booked up next week.
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By the time I called, the yoga class had already booked up.
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Popular restaurants book up fast on weekends, so make a reservation early.
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