Question 1

What does "chase up" mean?

Accepted Answer

To contact someone to remind them to do something they have not yet done, especially in a professional context.

Question 2

How do you use "chase up" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

I need to chase up the supplier — we ordered those parts three weeks ago.

Question 3

Is "chase up" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"chase up" is informal — used mainly in casual conversation. Primarily British English. Very common in workplace contexts — chasing up emails, invoices, reports, or colleagues. Implies mild pressure or persistence. In American English, 'follow up on' is more common. Can be used for both people and tasks.

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