amp up
phrasal verbamp something up (informal)
- to play something, usually music, through an electric amplifier; to increase the volume of sound of amplified music
- The DJ knew exactly when to amp the music up.
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- to increase the level or amount of something
- We're always looking for ways to amp up productivity in the workplace.
amp somebody up (North American English, informal)
- to make somebody feel excited and full of energy
- After amping the crowd up with an impressive light show, the band took to the stage.