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NOUN / VERB · BEFORE AND AFTER, BUT MOSTLY AFTER
A big positive change in someone’s appearance, confidence or life, usually over time. People share “glow up” photos comparing how they looked years ago with now.
ZACK’S TRANSLATION
A transformation story. Sometimes it’s self-improvement. Sometimes it’s better lighting and a dermatologist.
“Her glow up after school was unreal.”
Braces off, confidence on. Took nine years.
“I’m planning a summer glow up.”
It is August.
“That kitchen had a glow up.”
It’s a new kettle. You’re allowed to be proud.
| WHAT THEY SAY | “Major glow up.” |
|---|---|
| WHAT THEY MEAN | “You look or seem much better than before.” |
| GROWN-UP VERSION | “You’re looking well.” |
HOW GLOW UP ARE YOU? (TODAY’S AVERAGE READER, MADE UP)
FIND OUT PROPERLY
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