raged up

USAGE SUMMARY

"raged up" is not a correct or commonly used phrase in written English.
It is not considered grammatically correct and does not convey a clear meaning. Instead, you could say "got angry" or "became enraged" to express a similar sentiment. For example, "The crowd raged up when the concert was canceled," could be rewritten as "The crowd became enraged when the concert was canceled."

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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

6 human-written examples

"They have raged up".

The New York Times

Though the storm raged up the East Coast, it has become increasingly apparent that New Jersey took the brunt of it.

The New York Times

Though Hurricane Sandy raged up the East Coast, it has become increasingly apparent that New Jersey took the brunt of it.

The New York Times

What began as a protest over the first military draft turned into an orgy of racist violence, in which fighting raged up and down the length of Manhattan, and at least 119 people were killed.

The New York Times

On a weekend this past February, as snowstorms raged up north, I drove to south Florida's Everglades Holiday Park and stepped onto a worn-in airboat.

Vice

Anthony Joshua would pull the punch because he's too nice, so let's say Tyson Fury is going to do it, all raged up after a big roast, and he's not allowed a glove either, so he's really going to fuck you up—or watch a super-cut of every moment in Carpool Karaoke where Corden's face reacts to a song.

Vice

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

53 human-written examples

The fires are raging up bone-dry canyons choked with brush and exploding into the dry leaves of eucalyptus groves.

The New York Times

The main goal was to avoid fire ladders, the sloped thickets of dry vegetation that allow flames to rage up hillsides, as occurred recently around Santa Barbara.

The New York Times

Bright lamps, waterfalls of fairy lights, zithers and tambourines raging up and down the little pedestrian streets, amid terrace after terrace of outdoor tables — it gives new meaning to the word garish.

The New York Times - Travel

STEVEN A. BALLMER, 40 years old, executive vice president of sales and support at Microsoft Corp., is raging up and down the other side of a conference table at the company's Redmond, Wash.

Forbes

The flames raged for up to nine months before men like Paul "Red" Adair, a professional fighter of oil-well fires, managed to put them out.

The Economist

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When describing intense anger, opt for established phrases like "became enraged" or "flew into a rage" instead of "raged up" for clearer communication.

Common error

Avoid creating non-standard phrasal verbs by adding "up" to verbs of emotion. While "raged" is a valid verb, "raged up" is not generally recognized and can confuse your audience. Check resources to verify correctness before using specific phrasal verbs.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "raged up" functions as a verb phrase, aiming to describe an increase in intensity or anger. However, as Ludwig AI points out, it is not a standard or grammatically correct usage in English, making its function unclear and potentially confusing.

Expression frequency: Uncommon

Frequent in

News & Media

66%

Wiki

17%

Science

17%

Less common in

Formal & Business

0%

Academia

0%

Encyclopedias

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, while the phrase "raged up" appears in some contexts, Ludwig AI identifies that it is not considered grammatically correct or standard English. The intention is often to describe an increase in anger or intensity, but clearer and more conventional alternatives like "became enraged" or "grew furious" are recommended. Although it can be found in some news and media sources, its usage is infrequent, and it is best avoided in formal writing. The analysis highlights the importance of opting for established phrases over non-standard constructions for better clarity and acceptance in writing.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

got extremely angry

A simpler and more direct way of expressing intense anger.

became enraged

Replaces "raged up" with a more standard expression of becoming very angry.

flew into a rage

Suggests a sudden and intense burst of anger, differing in the imagery used.

grew furious

Indicates a gradual increase in anger, unlike the potentially sudden implication of "raged up".

erupted in anger

Emphasizes a forceful and sudden display of anger, changing the descriptive style.

boiled over with rage

Uses a metaphorical image of boiling to describe the overwhelming feeling of anger.

became incensed

Implies a state of righteous anger or indignation, adding a layer of justification to the anger.

lost their temper

Focuses on the loss of control rather than the intensity of the anger itself.

worked themselves into a frenzy

Highlights a state of agitated activity, not necessarily always related to anger.

reached a fever pitch

Emphasizes the climax of an emotional state, which could be anger, excitement, or something else.

FAQs

Is "raged up" grammatically correct?

No, "raged up" is not considered grammatically correct in standard English. It's better to use phrases like "became enraged" or "flew into a rage" to express intense anger.

What are some alternatives to "raged up"?

Instead of "raged up", you can use alternatives such as "grew furious", "erupted in anger", or "got extremely angry" to describe someone becoming very angry.

How can I use "became enraged" in a sentence?

You can use "became enraged" in a sentence like this: "The crowd "became enraged" when the concert was canceled."

What's the difference between "raged" and "raged up"?

"Raged" is a valid verb indicating intense anger or uncontrolled activity. "Raged up", however, is not a standard or commonly accepted phrase in English; it's better to use "raged" alone or replace it with a more appropriate phrase like "boiled over with rage".