get up into
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To move close enough to (someone or something) to guard them, stop them from scoring or passing, etc.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
You need to get up into him or he's gonna keep sinking baskets.
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).
Common questions
What does “get up into” mean?
To move close enough to (someone or something) to guard them, stop them from scoring or passing, etc.
Is “get up into” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.