Put 'em up Meaning in English
expression
Definición
A slang expression meaning 'raise your hands', usually demanded by someone in authority or jokingly when pretending to threaten someone. Often heard in old movies or playful situations.
Uso & Matices
Very informal and mainly American English. Typically used in playful mock-threats or to imitate scenes from old Westerns or robberies. Never used in serious or polite situations. ‘Put 'em up’ contracts ‘put them up’; ‘'em’ is slang for 'them'. Often followed by a gesture or pose with raised hands.
Oraciones de Ejemplo
The robber shouted, "Put 'em up!"
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In the game, the children yelled, "Put 'em up!" and laughed.
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"Put 'em up or I'll tickle you!" said Lucy, pretending to be a bandit.
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He walked in and said, "Put 'em up!" just like in an old Western movie.
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"Okay, everyone, put 'em up if you know the answer!" joked the teacher.
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"Come on, put 'em up! Let's see what you've got," teased his friend.
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