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
“People come through my office and see it and give me a little nod of acknowledgment. Like, ‘Oh, she knows what’s up.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 25, 2024
Not entirely sure what's up with the Rangers forward but Ross McCausland replaces him.
From BBC • Apr. 21, 2024
“Boo-yeah. Can’t wait to see what’s up with that league of redheaded gentlemen.”
From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein
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