take up for
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To support, as in an argument; to defend the stance or character of.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Soda was glaring at him. "Leave my kid brother alone, you hear? […]
Soda always takes up for me.
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 “take up for” mean?
To support, as in an argument; to defend the stance or character of.
Is “take up for” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.