goes, went, gone, going
to go up
phrasal verbC
To increase in price, level, or amount
- 1The price of gas has gone up again.
- 2The temperature went up by five degrees.
When something goes up, it means it becomes higher or more. For example, if the price of something goes up, it means it becomes more expensive. If the level of something goes up, it means it becomes higher. And if the amount of something goes up, it means there is more of it.
Be careful not to confuse "go up" with "go on." "Go up" refers to an increase in price, level, or amount, while "go on" means to continue or proceed. Remember: prices go up, but shows go on!
at the municipal office
Discussing Property Taxes
Mark
I just received my property tax bill, and it seems higher than last year.
Betty
Yes, I heard the property taxes went up this year.
Mark
That explains why my bill is more than I expected.
Betty
It's unfortunate, but it happens sometimes.
in a grocery store
Grocery Price Surprise
John
I can't believe how much the price of milk has gone up since last week.
David
Yeah, I noticed that too. It's getting expensive to buy groceries.
John
Even the bread is more costly now.
David
We might need to start looking for discounts more often.
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Similar to "to go up":
- 1rise
- 2increase