What’s up with… [exp]

Meaning:

• What is the matter with somebody or something?
• What’s wrong with somebody or something?

Examples:

1. What’s up with your friend? He looks really upset about something!
2. Hey Joe! Are you sick? what’s up with you, bro?
3. What’s up with the weather lately? It’s been so unpredictable!
4. What’s up with him today? He’s been really quiet.
5. What’s up with all the traffic? It usually isn’t this busy.

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Quiz;"What's up with..."

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1 / 4

Which condition shows the use of "What's up with..."?

A friend noticing their coworker has been unusually quiet during a meeting

Greeting a neighbor as they walk by

Asking someone about their vacation plans

Complimenting someone on their outfit

2 / 4

When a person asks, "What's up with her today?" what are they likely asking?

Why she looks upset or is acting differently

What her plans are

How her day has been going

Whether she wants to join them for lunch

3 / 4

Which of the sentences below uses "What's up with..." correctly?

What's up with you? Long time no see!

What's up with the traffic today? It's taking forever to get anywhere.

What's up with planning the big event? Let’s make it happen.

What's up with the dishes? They're sparkling clean.

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What this slang "What's up with..." means?

A greeting to ask how a person is doing

A way of showing excitement about an event

A question expressing confusion about something or someone

A formal inquiry about someone's plans

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