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The phrase "arms up" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts such as instructions for a physical activity, a game, or a command in a situation requiring surrender or compliance.
Example: "When the music starts, everyone should raise their arms up and dance freely."
Alternatives: "hands raised" or "arms elevated".
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"Arms up," he said.
Arms up everywhere, but no whistle.
Arms up, shoulders back, hips thrust forward.
"Swing your arms up and back.
Arms up, reach for the sky.
"I couldn't even lift my arms up," he said.
Sometimes he put his arms up in a Y shape.
"Paterno put his arms up like he was sorry.
And throwing her arms up, she becomes an ambassador.
Notice the form: legs out, arms up, and ready for some clobberin'.
"You dance like this, with your arms up," she explains.
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