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bang up
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/bæŋ ʌp/
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/bæŋ ʌp/
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Compare the two meanings of “bang up” in the examples: imprison someone and injure a body part.
Explain the grammar and word order in “They banged him up in prison.”
Suggest natural alternatives to “bang up” for each meaning, and explain how their tone differs.
Describe the register and regional use of “bang someone up” meaning “imprison someone.”
Give five B2-level examples of “bang up” with translations, including one about damaging a car.
Teach me common collocations and patterns with “bang up,” such as “bang up your knee.”
Quiz me with three questions to check whether I can tell the two meanings apart.
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