be up and running
phrase · Collocation / phrase B1
Plain meaning
to be working properly after being set up
Exam-register meaning
used when a system, service, project, or operation has started functioning
In context
naturalThe website should be up and running by Monday.
examA digital testing platform must be up and running before large-scale student assessments begin.
Common collocations
system is up and runningsite is up and runningget something up and running
Watch out
Do not use it for a person’s health; say “I feel better,” not “I am up and running” unless joking.
Word family
run (verb)running (adjective/participle)