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an act or instance of helping
a key endorsement that would give the struggling candidate a real leg up right now
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Recent Examples of legs up
His hand gripped the side bar of an umbrella stroller that had a toddler kicking her legs up, dressed in daisy-print overalls.
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Literary Hub, 1 May 2026
Two dead roaches went legs up in front of a hallway glass cooler.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2026
Hazel, drawing both legs up and placing her elbows on her knees, asked.
—Yiyun Li, New Yorker, 1 Mar. 2026
Gently place your legs up the wall, extending your knees and reaching your heels toward the ceiling.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 20 Jan. 2026
Kick your legs up to get as horizontal as possible to propel yourself onto the ice.
—Stephanie Pearson, Outside, 14 Jan. 2026
In another, Biel and Zaya were all smiles, with the Valentine's Day star holding both of her niece's hands as the little girl kicked one of her legs up.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
When applying, work from the legs up, using any leftover product on your feet, and finish with your hands.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 23 Sep. 2025
In an Instagram video shared by Only in Florida, the person was seen with his upper body hanging over the edge of the glass railing with his legs up in the air before falling over the railing.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Literary Hub, 1 May 2026
Two dead roaches went legs up in front of a hallway glass cooler.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2026
Hazel, drawing both legs up and placing her elbows on her knees, asked.
—Yiyun Li, New Yorker, 1 Mar. 2026
Gently place your legs up the wall, extending your knees and reaching your heels toward the ceiling.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 20 Jan. 2026
Kick your legs up to get as horizontal as possible to propel yourself onto the ice.
—Stephanie Pearson, Outside, 14 Jan. 2026
In another, Biel and Zaya were all smiles, with the Valentine's Day star holding both of her niece's hands as the little girl kicked one of her legs up.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
When applying, work from the legs up, using any leftover product on your feet, and finish with your hands.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 23 Sep. 2025
In an Instagram video shared by Only in Florida, the person was seen with his upper body hanging over the edge of the glass railing with his legs up in the air before falling over the railing.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for legs up
Noun
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Cameron Daniels 58 assists, 12 digs.—
Josh Krockey,
Chicago Tribune,
2 May 2026
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Tyrese Maxey poured in 30 points for the 76ers, Paul George added 23 and Joel Embiid had 19 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
2 May 2026
Noun
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As a result, educators are leaving the profession, classrooms are overcrowded, and mental health counselors and other critical supports are disappearing.—
Kevin Vick,
Denver Post,
26 Apr. 2026
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The Disney Scoop Guy posted a video to Instagram on Thursday, April 23 from the Anaheim theme park that shows an A-frame roof and vertical supports popping up above construction walls just east of Edelweiss Snacks.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Add help for Josh Allen or fill some holes on defense.—
Tim Graham,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Cops have now released a photo of the suspect and are asking the public’s help identifying her and tracking her down.—
Roni Jacobson,
New York Daily News,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Holding a clutch with one or both hands also provides a polite, socially acceptable reason not to shake every hand within reach.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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After their Champions League quarter-final exit at the hands of Atletico Madrid — a title which had been the squad’s main objective — all that is left for Flick’s side now is to seemingly wait to be crowned champions of Spain for a second year in a row.—
Laia Cervelló Herrero,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Inflation hit hard in recent years, while prompting employee groups, especially in urban areas, to fight for wage boosts to keep pace.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Tech giants announced major revenue boosts this month, but the outlays have pushed up AI costs.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Accessibility Select staterooms are designated for guests with mobility issues, and pools are equipped with chair lifts.—
Aaron Saunders,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Apr. 2026
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Plus the town is less than a half-hour north of Afton Alps, a beloved Minnesota ski resort with 18 lifts and 50 runs, covering beginner, intermediate, and advanced terrain.—
Ginger Crichton,
Midwest Living,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Legs up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/legs%20up. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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