what's up
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You can either walk in or make an appointment and tell them what’s up.
From Salon • Mar. 24, 2026
"Hey Olympics, what's up with those medals?" the biathlete asks in the video.
From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026
“Let’s talk. Call me, what’s up? What’s the issue,” LoRosa said.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2025
"He is very naturally curious. He wants to ask questions. He wants to know what's up with his guests and he has good instincts to make it an engaging listen."
From BBC • Oct. 24, 2024
“Okay. Now. I seriously don’t know what’s up with you and Gene the Shmean, but he’s grinning at you like he ate your lunch.”
From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell
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