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rark up

RARK-up · phrase · slang

To tell someone off, or to fire them up

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To berate or provoke someone; to stir them up or give them a talking-to.

“The coach rarked up the team at halftime.”
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rark up In A Sentence

The coach rarked up the team at halftime.

Origin & Usage

New Zealand slang, possibly from 'rark' (to irritate), meaning to provoke or scold.

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What does 'rark up' mean?

It means to tell someone off, provoke them, or fire them up with a stern talking-to.

Where does 'rark up' come from?

It's New Zealand slang, possibly from 'rark' meaning to irritate, and means to provoke or scold.

How do you use 'rark up'?

You might say a coach 'rarked up' the team to describe firing them up or giving them a stern talking-to.

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