fix up

phr.v. to repair, decorate, or improve a building or a piece of equipment.

phr.v. to repair, refurbish, or renovate a physical structure or object.

“They bought an old house and spent the summer fixing it up.”

“The couple invested their savings into fixing up the dilapidated cottage, hoping to list it as a holiday rental by the spring.”

Informal

phr.v. to arrange for two people to meet, usually for a romantic date.

phr.v. to arrange a social or romantic introduction between two people. Transitive and separable; usually takes 'with'.

“My sister tried to fix me up with one of her colleagues.”

“After months of hearing how much they had in common, Sarah finally agreed to let her friends fix her up with the new architect.”

Informal

phr.v. to provide someone with something they need or want.

phr.v. to furnish or provide someone with a necessary or desired item or service. Transitive and separable; often takes 'with'.

“Can you fix me up with a ticket for tonight's show?”

“The concierge was able to fix the guests up with a private tour of the vineyard despite the short notice.”

Informal

phr.v. to prepare or organize something, like a meal or a place to stay.

phr.v. to prepare, organize, or make ready a specific arrangement or item.

“I'll fix up a bed for you in the spare room.”

“If you stay for dinner, I can fix up a quick salad and some pasta while we finish our conversation.”

Informal

phr.v. to start behaving better or to get your life organized.

phr.v. to improve one's conduct, attitude, or personal situation. Intransitive; often used as an imperative in specific dialects.

“You need to fix up and start taking your studies seriously.”

“The coach told the players they needed to fix up if they wanted to remain on the starting roster for the next season.”

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