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bale up

idiom
Meaning

To pack or collect into a bale or bundle.


Examples
SIMPLE

The farmers bale up the hay every summer.

CONTEXTUAL

After the harvest, the workers use a machine to bale up the straw for storage.

COMPLEX

The laborers worked until sunset to bale up the remaining stalks, ensuring the field was clear before the winter storms arrived.

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Last updated April 17, 2026