What does the cryptic crossword clue "Emotional about upping sticks? (6,2)" mean?

The definition is "upping sticks?". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MOVING (synonym="Emotional") + ON (abbreviation="about") = MOVINGON; definition: "upping sticks?" The answer is MOVINGON.

Emotional about upping sticks? (6,2)

Guardian Cryptic #28946 | 2 Down | 2022-12-21 flower

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