vamp up
片語動詞所屬單字vamp
vamp up — 片語動詞
1. to invent or make up something quickly, especially an excuse or a story; also us
1.片語動詞
釋義
編造;翻新
to invent or make up something quickly, especially an excuse or a story; also used in older contexts meaning to add excitement or style to something.
例句
He vamped up a story about meeting a famous actor to impress his friends at the café.
The decorator vamped up the old restaurant with bright colours and new furniture to attract younger customers.