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Phrase(s): write someone or something up
to write an article about someone or something. • A reporter wrote me up for the Sunday paper. • I wrote up a local business and sent the story to a magazine, but they didn’t buy the story., Phrase(s): write something up
to prepare a bill, order, or statement. • Please write the order up and send me a copy. • As soon as I finish writing up your check, I’ll bring you some more coffee.
McGrawhill's American Idioms And Phrasal Verbs
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1. Write a report or description, as for publication, as in She's been writing up these local concerts for years. [Early 1400s] 2. Overvalue an asset, as in That accountant is always writing up our equipment, forgetting depreciation.
American Heritage Idioms