English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "you are up" Mean?
Learn what "you are up" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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You are up to
It means the speaker suspects hidden behavior and is confident they will discover it.
From On One Condition, Episode 15
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker suspects someone is being secretive and warns that the truth will come out.
Usage Scenario
Use it when you think someone is hiding something and you want to pressure them. It can sound accusatory or threatening.
Better ways to say it
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You are up to something and I will find out.
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You're up to something.
3
I'll find out what you're doing.
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