Meaning of the word "stack up" in English
What does "stack up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
stack up
US /stæk ʌp/
UK /stæk ʌp/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to compare with something else in terms of quality or performance
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How does the new model stack up against its competitors?
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His arguments don't really stack up when you look at the facts.
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2.
to accumulate or increase in amount over time
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The bills started to stack up after he lost his job.
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Unread emails quickly stack up if you don't deal with them daily.
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