What does "Gear up" mean?

prepare for action

Synonym: prepare, get ready Opposite: neglect, ignore

"Gear up" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

How do you know Heisenberg's gearing up again?

Breaking Bad S3E4

He didn't even take the time to stop and gear up, so--

Brooklyn Nine-Nine S1E13

ELEANOR WALDORF IS GEARING UP TO TAKE HER COMPANY PUBLIC

Gossip Girl S1E1

Go,gear up.

Grey's Anatomy S6E7

They were really geared up to get that kid.

Modern Family S4E1

Earning shit money as I geared up to take my Series 7.

The Wolf of Wall Street

"Gear up" in TV shows & movies

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