sew up
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to close a hole or tear by sewing
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- He sewed up the tear with a needle and thread.
- She carefully sewed up the small hole in her dress.
- The tailor is currently sewing up the ripped seam.
- I will sew up this buttonhole later tonight.
- You should sew up that loose hem before you wear the skirt.
- The surgeon carefully sewed up the incision after the operation.
- Could you please sew up this opening in the cushion?
- He has already sewn up all the patches onto his backpack.
- Sewing up torn clothes is a useful skill to have.
- My grandma used to sew up all our worn-out socks.