Go up for Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To offer yourself as a candidate for something, like a job, position, or opportunity, or to participate in a competition or an examination.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and mainly used for applying to roles, awards, auditions, exams, or competitions. Common collocations: 'go up for promotion', 'go up for a role', 'go up for election'. Not used for physical movement—different from 'go up' (rise, increase).
Example Sentences
I decided to go up for the lead role in the school play.
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Are you going to go up for that promotion next month?
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She wants to go up for the scholarship program.
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After some thought, I decided to go up for the manager position, even though I was nervous.
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Everyone in the office is planning to go up for employee of the month.
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I can't believe Tom wants to go up for class president – he barely talks!
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