D up

British  

verb

1. sport

   1. to set up a defence

   2. to mark an opponent

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Example Sentences

It has been noted by Spurs that referee Peter Bankes, who officiated in the derby against Arsenal, said in last week's episode of the Match Officials Mic'd Up show how, "once you see two hands in live play, it looks like a push, a clear push. I was more than happy that the two hands on the back had enough impact and was an offence".

From BBC

Marca analysed, external incidents covered in the league's version of 'Match Officials Mic'd Up'.

From BBC

“Grapetastic Geyser. I think some of it geyser’d up my nose.”

From Literature

Webb, speaking on the Match Officials Mic'd Up show, said that while he accepted there would be a difference of opinion, there were valid reasons for the goal to be ruled out.

From BBC

Kershaw’s lighter side was on display Tuesday, as well, with the pitcher mic’d up with the Fox broadcast team for his brief outing.

From Los Angeles Times