English · Phrasal verb Attested

boss up

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Sense 1

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To strive to reach one's goals through effort and determination; to start working hard.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Cố gắng đạt mục tiêu thông qua nỗ lực và quyết tâm

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Where it’s used: Used American English

When life gets you down, boss up and take control.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To modify a corner in sheet lead to avoid leaving a hole in the angle.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Sửa đổi góc ở tấm chì

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Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To manage a household and its servants.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Quản lý hộ gia đình và người phục vụ

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Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

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What does “boss up” mean?

To strive to reach one's goals through effort and determination; to start working hard.

Is “boss up” formal or informal?

boss up is generally slang.