"Hung-up" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

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"Hung-up" Meaning

"distracted or preoccupied with something, often to an excessive or irrational extent."

"Hung-up" Examples

Usage Examples for "Hung-up"


When she found out her ex-boyfriend was getting married, she was totally hung-up on him and couldn't stop thinking about him. However, her friends encouraged her to move on.

(Note: In this context, "hung-up" means being emotionally preoccupied or obsessed with someone)

As a huge fan, I've been hung-up on the latest album release of my favorite band and have been listening to it nonstop.

(Note: In this context, "hung-up" means being excessively excited or fixated on something)

After giving birth, most new mothers tend to be hung-up on their babies and can't stop worrying about their well-being.

(Note: In this context, "hung-up" means being intensely devoted or absorbed in something)

Although he was an experienced pilot, he was hung-up on finding the perfect landing technique and kept practicing accordingly.

(Note: In this context, "hung-up" means being intensely focused or preoccupied with a particular task or goal)

As she grew older, her mind became hung-up on the past and she often found herself reminiscing about her childhood.

(Note: In this context, "hung-up" means being mentally stuck or preoccupied with memories or thoughts from the past)

I hope these examples help clarify the usage of "hung-up"!

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