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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a carve up" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to describe a situation where something is divided or allocated, often in a way that is perceived as unfair or self-serving.
Example: "The politicians engaged in a carve up of the budget, ensuring their own interests were prioritized over the public's needs."
Alternatives: "a division" or "a split".
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'What a carve Up!' became a literary sensation when it was published in 1994.
Number 11 is billed as a "kind of sequel" to What a Carve Up!
"Paradoxically, What a Carve Up! is even better after reading this sequel.
These words are taken from my novel What a Carve Up!, published in 1994.
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A carve-up was necessary, but the result is unhappy.
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Americans take a carve-up from foreigners with amiability, and often join in the fun.
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