pack up
phrasal verb
packed up; packing up; packs up
1
: to gather one's belongings together and put them in a suitcase or other container for traveling
He packed up and left town.
2
British, informal
: to stop or quit
She packs up when things become difficult.
3
British, informal
: to stop working properly
The lift has packed up, so you'll have to take the stairs to her flat.
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Instead of celebrating a milestone strikeout record with his teammates, Tyler Bremner took the historic ball in his possession, packed up his car and drove south.
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Sam Blum, New York Times, 25 July 2025
Not every new grad can pack up and leave San Diego, because of family obligations or other factors, and there are other reasons to stay here: beaches, outdoor activities and great weather.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 July 2025
At only four pounds and six ounces, this lightweight refuge packs up small and is easy to carry.
—Wendy Altschuler, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
The Chargers packed up their gear and headed for San Diego after Monday’s practice.
—Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 21 July 2025
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Sam Blum, New York Times, 25 July 2025
Not every new grad can pack up and leave San Diego, because of family obligations or other factors, and there are other reasons to stay here: beaches, outdoor activities and great weather.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 July 2025
At only four pounds and six ounces, this lightweight refuge packs up small and is easy to carry.
—Wendy Altschuler, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
The Chargers packed up their gear and headed for San Diego after Monday’s practice.
—Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 21 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for pack up
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“Pack up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pack%20up. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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