quick up

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "quick up" is not correct and does not have a clear meaning in standard written English.
It is not typically used in any context, as it does not convey a coherent idea or action. Example: "I need a quick up on the project status." (This is not a standard usage.)

⚠ May contain grammatical issues

News & Media

Science

Wiki

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

13 human-written examples

Red, quick up ahead.

The New York Times - Tech

Whilst the adsorptive process was very quick (up to 88% of equilibrium capacity could be achieved within 2 min), the adsorptive capacity of the adsorbent was very low (2 mg g−1) compared with activated carbons.

Electrochimica Acta

He had fine preparation, which included watching Quick up close and getting guidance from goaltending coach Bill Ranford and goaltending development coach Kim Dillabaugh.

Los Angeles Times

More recently, a new iCRISPR platform based on CRISPR/Cas and TALENs systems has been designed for quick (up to 1 months) and highly efficient production of bi-allelic knockout in hPSCs lines.

Cell Death and Disease

We measured quick (up to 40 min) changes in stomatal conductance in response to single spraying of intact plants with 5 μM ABA, whereas Ha et al. 2014 [ 58] and Bu et al. 2014 [ 67] provide data about stomatal aperture changes in epidermal peels after 1 2 h of incubation in 10 μM ABA buffer.

BMC Plant Biology

Hamilton was furiously quick, up on Rosberg's time but on the approach to Mirabeau his lap was suddenly over.

The Guardian - Sport

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

47 human-written examples

"Dad!" He turned and gave me a quick up-down.

The New Yorker

The Cardinals are defined by a quick, up-and-down transition offense led by the plucky guard Peyton Siva.

The New York Times

After that, tenors began replicating the stylish little display that Caruso devised: a quick up-and-down run followed by two slow, sighing phrases.

The New Yorker

Still, some senators believe that a lifetime judicial appointment should require more than a quick up-or-down vote by 51 senators.

The New York Times

For example: making it harder to launch and sustain a filibuster in the Senate, or making it easier for a president to obtain a quick up-or-down vote on nominations for judicial and administrative appointments.

The New York Times

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When describing something that happens fast and moves upward, consider using more precise and widely accepted alternatives like "rapid increase" or "speedy rise" instead of "quick up".

Common error

Avoid using "quick up" as a standalone phrase assuming it's a standard idiom. It's not widely recognized and may confuse your audience. Instead, clarify your meaning with established phrases like "speed up" or "hurry up".

Linguistic Context

The grammatical function of "quick up" is ambiguous. Ludwig AI indicates it's not a standard English phrase. In some examples, "quick" functions as an adjective modifying a noun implying upward movement, while in others, it's part of a phrasal verb.

Expression frequency: Rare

Frequent in

News & Media

36%

Science

36%

Wiki

28%

Less common in

Formal & Business

0%

Encyclopedias

0%

Social Media

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, while the phrase "quick up" appears in various contexts, it's not a standard or universally accepted expression in English. Ludwig AI considers it non-standard and highlights its ambiguous nature. The examples demonstrate usage across diverse domains, including News & Media, Science, and Wiki, but its overall frequency remains rare. For clearer and more effective communication, consider established alternatives like "rapid increase", "speedy rise", or contextual rephrasing that avoids the potentially confusing "quick up".

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

rapid ascent

Replaces "quick" with "rapid" and focuses on the upward movement aspect.

speedy rise

Similar to "rapid ascent", but uses "speedy" for a more casual tone.

fast climb

Emphasizes the upward motion with "climb" and uses "fast" as a synonym for "quick".

swift elevation

A more formal way to describe a fast upward movement.

promptly raise

Focuses on raising something quickly, changing the structure slightly.

quickly increase

Replaces "up" with "increase" to emphasize a rapid augmentation.

rapidly advance

Highlights quick progress or advancement, implying upward movement.

speed up

Focuses on accelerating or increasing the speed of something.

hurry up

An idiomatic expression urging someone to be faster.

expedite

A single word meaning to speed up or accelerate a process.

FAQs

Is "quick up" grammatically correct?

The phrase "quick up" is not considered standard English and may sound awkward or incorrect to native speakers. Consider using alternative phrasings such as "speed up" or "hurry up" depending on the context.

What are some alternatives to using "quick up"?

Depending on the intended meaning, you could use phrases like "rapid increase", "speedy rise", or "fast climb" to convey a similar idea more effectively.

How can I use the idea of "quick up" in a sentence correctly?

Instead of saying "a quick up", try rephrasing to use a more established expression. For instance, instead of "We need a quick up on sales", you could say "We need a "rapid increase in sales"".

Is "quick up" ever appropriate to use?

While not grammatically incorrect in all contexts, "quick up" is generally not preferred in formal writing. It might be acceptable in very informal conversation or specific technical contexts where it has a defined meaning, but even then, clearer alternatives are usually available.