CEFR B1

ball up

phrasal verb

Meaning

To form something, especially paper or cloth, into a tight, rounded mass.

Examples

She quickly balled up the rejection letter and threw it in the trash.
He balled up his fists, ready to confront the bully.

Synonyms: crumple, wad, scrunch, clench

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ball up (B1)

phrasal verb

Pronunciation: /bɔːl ʌp/

Definition

To form something, especially paper or cloth, into a tight, rounded mass.

Examples

She quickly balled up the rejection letter and threw it in the trash.
He balled up his fists, ready to confront the bully.

How to Use ball up

ball up (something) (phrasal verb): To form something into a ball shape. — "He balled up the towel after drying his hair."
ball up one's fists (collocation): To clench one's hands tightly, often in anger or readiness. — "Seeing the injustice, she balled up her fists in frustration."

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