join up
phrasal verb
joined up; joining up; joins up
1
: to meet each other at a particular place
We're planning to join up (with each other) and have a few drinks after the game.
2
: to become a member of a group or organization
More than 100 people have joined up.
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Perhaps the new season’s capable vaquera, Paz (Alexandra Masangkay) could join up next.
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Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Donnarumma joined up with the squad on Tuesday, so is in contention, but Trafford has the shirt in my book.
—Carl Anka, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2025
Teenage brother Jesse later joined up with him and the group.
—Quentin Corpuel, Kansas City Star, 6 Sep. 2025
The plan foresees more attractive pay and conditions for people who agree to join the military for short periods and what Pistorius describes as attractive training offers for those who join up for at least six months, as well as flexibility on how long people can serve.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2025
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Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Donnarumma joined up with the squad on Tuesday, so is in contention, but Trafford has the shirt in my book.
—Carl Anka, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2025
Teenage brother Jesse later joined up with him and the group.
—Quentin Corpuel, Kansas City Star, 6 Sep. 2025
The plan foresees more attractive pay and conditions for people who agree to join the military for short periods and what Pistorius describes as attractive training offers for those who join up for at least six months, as well as flexibility on how long people can serve.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2025
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“Join up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/join%20up. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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