Meaning of the word "drive up" in English
What does "drive up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
drive up
US /draɪv ʌp/
UK /draɪv ʌp/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to cause something to increase, especially prices or costs
Example:
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The high demand for housing is expected to drive up prices.
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Increased production costs will drive up the retail price of the product.
2.
to arrive somewhere in a vehicle and stop
Example:
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A black car drove up to the entrance of the building.
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We drove up to the cabin just as it started to rain.
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