Definition of the Phrase “Be Up To”

“Be up to” can have several meanings depending on the context:

1. To Be Doing or Engaged in Something:
   • To be occupied with a particular activity or task.
   • Example: “What are you up to this weekend?”
2. To Be Capable or Responsible for Something:
   • To be capable of handling or managing something, or to be responsible for something.
   • Example: “It’s up to you to finish the project by Friday.”
3. To Be Plotting or Scheming:
   • To be involved in some form of secret or mischievous activity.
   • Example: “I wonder what those kids are up to.”
4. To Reach a Certain Amount or Level:
   • To approach or attain a specific quantity, level, or degree.
   • Example: “The temperature is up to 30 degrees Celsius.”

Prepositions

• Before “be up to”: Often used with the activity or level being referred to.
  • Example: “He’s up to his old tricks.”
• After “be up to”: Typically followed by the activity, amount, or responsibility.
  • Example: “She’s up to something.”

Collocations

• Be up to something
• Be up to the task
• Be up to date
• Be up to par
• Be up to no good

Example Sentences

1. What are you up to today?
2. It’s up to the committee to make the final decision.
3. The kids are up to something in the backyard.
4. The temperature is up to 25 degrees this afternoon.
5. She’s up to her ears in paperwork.
6. I’m not sure what he’s up to lately.
7. It’s up to you to organize the event.
8. The project is up to its final stages.
9. The new software is up to date with the latest features.
10. They’re up to no good, I can tell.
11. Are you up to the challenge of this new assignment?
12. The bill is up to $500 now.
13. She’s up to her usual tricks again.
14. The renovations are up to the standards we expected.
15. I’m curious about what they’re up to this weekend.
16. It’s up to you to decide whether to attend the meeting.
17. The report is up to the quality expected by the client.
18. He’s up to his neck in schoolwork.
19. The project’s costs are up to the budgeted amount.
20. She’s up to date with the latest news.
21. The restaurant is up to code with health regulations.
22. What’s he up to these days?
23. The quality of the product is up to industry standards.
24. She’s up to her old habits again.
25. The savings are up to $1,000 now.
26. It’s up to the team to complete the task on time.
27. I wonder what they’re up to behind closed doors.
28. The software is up to speed with current technology.
29. He’s up to his usual mischief.
30. The car’s mileage is up to 50,000 miles.
31. It’s up to her to handle the presentation.
32. They’re up to their elbows in renovation work.
33. The deadline is approaching, and we’re up to the wire.
34. She’s up to date with all the latest trends.
35. The product’s performance is up to par.
36. What are you up to this evening?
37. The research is up to the latest scientific standards.
38. It’s up to the manager to approve the budget.
39. The amount is up to the agreed-upon figure.
40. He’s up to his neck in commitments.
41. She’s up to the task of leading the team.
42. The quality is up to the customer’s expectations.
43. What are they up to now?
44. The book’s sales are up to 10,000 copies.
45. It’s up to the board to make the final call.
46. She’s up to her eyes in details for the project.
47. The new policy is up to the latest regulations.
48. They’re up to their usual routine.
49. The donation amount is up to $500.
50. It’s up to him to decide how to handle the situation.