up sticks

Related to word: stick

Idiom

Definition

  1. To move all of one's possessions and relocate to a new place of residence.

    • Due to work commitments, they decided to up sticks and move to another city.

    • Tired of the city's hustle and bustle, they chose to up sticks and move to the countryside.

    • After the economic downturn, many families were forced to up sticks and leave their familiar neighborhoods.