Meaning of cut up nasty | Babel Free

Definitions

To become angry; to make a fuss.

colloquial, idiomatic

Examples

“They are Churchillian theme parks of red pillar boxes, fish and chips and warm beer. But they want the smooth without the rough. When the neighbours cut up nasty, they demand that those whose taxes protect them should send soldiers, diplomats and lawyers to their aid.”

CEFR level