Unknown phrase.

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Boris Tatarenko

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Hello.

I've heard several times a phrase, but I really didn't find it in any dictionary.
The phrase usually sounds when narrator or somebody else presentes players. I really can't show you how it sounds. Something like: "and in the top right corner given up for Boris. and his opponents, in the bottom left corner given up for Maxim (for instance)". I know that my "given up" is incorrect, because I know the meaning of this phrasal verb. I can't give more details, sorry. I hope you understand me.

If you don't know what the heck I'm talking about, I'll try to find a video with this representing.:-D

Thanks in advance.
Boris, with poor listening skills.
 
The Master of Ceremonies, or announcer, at a boxing match for example will say 'In the red corner — at 160lbs, from Screwuall, Idahope — give it up for Willie Eckerslike!'

It means 'give a big round of applause to'.
 
The Master of Ceremonies, or announcer, at a boxing match for example will say 'In the red corner — at 160lbs, from Screwuall, Idahope — give it up for Willie Eckerslike!'

It means 'give a big round of applause to'.

Let's give it up for Rover! :up:
 
Also, Let's hear it for (name).
 
Ladies and Gentlemen, please give it up for MikeNewYork. :cheers:
 
That is so true. Watching British TV on a regular basis, I get to hear lots of phrases like this. I love quiz shows, and the hosts have an array of expressions to use to interact with the audiences.
 
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