Phrasal Verbs
Phrasal Verbs
- Meaning: To mention a topic or start a discussion about something. - Meaning: To break into pieces or to fail completely.
- Examples: - Examples:
1. She brought up the issue of funding during the meeting. 1. The old book fell apart when I tried to read it.
2. It's important to bring up any concerns you have about the project. 2. Their plans fell apart due to lack of funding.
3. He brought up an interesting point during the debate. 3. The company's finances started to fall apart after the scandal.
4. The teacher brought up the topic of climate change in class. 4. After the divorce, their family fell apart.
5. Who brought that up in the first place? 5. The old building is falling apart and needs major repairs.
- Meaning: To cancel something that has been planned. - Meaning: To have a good relationship with someone.
- Examples: - Examples:
1. The concert was called off due to bad weather. 1. They seem to get along really well with each other.
2. They called off the meeting because of scheduling conflicts. 2. I get along great with my colleagues at work.
3. The company called off the project at the last minute. 3. Do you get along with your new roommate?
4. The school called off the field trip due to lack of funds. 4. I don't think they get along very well.
5. Have they called off the event for this weekend? 5. It's important to get along with your neighbors.
- Meaning: To find or discover something by chance. - Meaning: To review or check something carefully.
- Examples: - Examples:
1. I came across an old photo while cleaning out my closet. 1. Let's go over the details one more time.
2. She came across an interesting article on the internet. 2. I need to go over this report before the meeting.
3. Have you ever come across such a strange situation before? 3. Did you go over the instructions for the assignment?
4. We came across a beautiful park during our walk. 4. He went over the contract with a lawyer.
5. He came across some old letters in the attic. 5. The teacher went over the test results with the students.
- Meaning: To take something or someone to a place and leave it or them - Meaning: To submit something, especially a piece of academic work or a
there. formal document.
- Examples: - Examples:
1. I dropped off the package at the post office. 1. Don't forget to hand in your homework by Friday.
2. Can you drop off the kids at school on your way to work? 2. I handed in my application for the job yesterday.
3. She dropped off her friend at the airport. 3. Have you handed in your permission slip for the field trip?
4. We need to drop the rental car off at the airport by noon. 4. The students handed in their essays at the end of class.
5. He dropped off his dry cleaning at the store. 5. I'll hand in my resignation letter next week.
### 9. Look after ### 13. Break down
- Meaning: To take care of someone or something. - Meaning: To stop functioning, to fail to work, or to lose control of one's
emotions.
- Examples:
- Examples:
1. Can you look after my dog while I'm on vacation?
1. The car broke down on the way to the airport.
2. She looks after her younger siblings after school.
2. Her computer broke down, so she couldn't finish her assignment.
3. We need someone to look after the plants while we're away.
3. I tried to explain, but I broke down in tears.
4. I have to look after my grandmother this weekend.
4. The negotiations broke down due to disagreements.
5. Who will look after the children during the party?
5. She broke down and confessed to everything.
2. Do you think your son takes after you or your spouse? 1. The song brings back memories of my childhood.
3. He takes after his grandfather in terms of talent. 2. Can you bring back the tools you borrowed from the garage?
4. I take after my aunt in terms of my sense of humor. 3. The smell of the sea always brings me back to my last vacation.
5. It's amazing how much he takes after his older brother. 4. This photo brings back so many good memories.
- Meaning: To reduce the amount of something, especially something - Meaning: To have no more of something because it has all been used.
harmful or wasteful.
- Examples:
- Examples:
1. We ran out of milk, so I'll have to buy more.
1. I need to cut down on sugar for a healthier diet.
2. The students ran out of time during the exam.
2. The company plans to cut down on expenses this year.
3. I think we're going to run out of fuel soon.
3. They were asked to cut down on the use of plastic bags.
4. Don't let the car run out of gas on the highway.
4. It's time to cut down on the time spent watching TV.
5. They ran out of patience and left the meeting early.
5. He needs to cut down on smoking for his health.
- Examples: - Examples:
1. She put on her best dress for the party. 1. He promised to call back as soon as he got the message.
2. Can you put on some music while we clean the house? 2. Can you ask them to call you back later?
3. I tend to put on weight during the holiday season. 3. I'll need to call back after the meeting.
4. It's getting cold; you need to put on your jacket. 4. She called me back with the information I needed.
5. The actor needs to put on some makeup for the photo shoot. 5. It's important that you call back the client today.
### 25. Fall out ### 29. Break out
- Meaning: To argue with someone and stop being friendly. - Meaning: To escape or to start suddenly.
- Examples: - Examples:
1. They used to be best friends, but they fell out over money. 1. Several prisoners broke out of the jail last night.
2. I hope we won't fall out over this disagreement. 2. A fire broke out in the old building.
3. The business partners fell out over a misunderstanding. 3. She broke out in a rash after touching the plant.
4. They fell out and haven't spoken for months. 4. The protests broke out in different parts of the city.
5. Let's resolve this before we fall out completely. 5. Will war break out if the negotiations fail?
- Meaning: To be excited and pleased about something that is going to - Meaning: To register at a hotel or airport, or to confirm one's attendance
happen. or participation.
- Examples: - Examples:
1. I'm really looking forward to the summer vacation. 1. We can't check in at the hotel until 3 pm.
2. She's looking forward to the weekend. 2. They need to check in for their flight online.
3. We're all looking forward to your visit. 3. Could you check in with the receptionist when you arrive?
4. They are looking forward to the new movie release. 4. Did everyone remember to check in for the event?
5. I'm looking forward to meeting your new puppy! 5. Please check in with the meeting organizer upon arrival.
- Meaning: To tolerate or endure something unpleasant. - Meaning: To finally agree to something that you had been resisting.
- Examples: - Examples:
1. I can't put up with his rude behavior anymore. 1. She gave in to their demands after hours of negotiation.
2. She put up with the noisy neighbors for years. 2. I hope he doesn't give in to peer pressure.
3. You shouldn't have to put up with that kind of treatment. 3. We should never give in to fear.
4. How do you put up with the long commute every day? 4. Can you believe she gave in so easily?
5. I won't put up with this disrespectful attitude. 5. I won't give in to their unreasonable requests.
- Meaning: To start a company, organization, system, etc., or to prepare - Meaning: To distribute something to others.
something for use.
- Examples:
- Examples:
1. The teacher handed out the assignment sheets.
1. They set up a charity to help homeless people.
2. Volunteers will hand out food to the homeless.
2. We need to set up an appointment with the lawyer.
3. Can you help me hand out these flyers?
3. Can you help me set up the new computer?
4. She began to hand out gifts to the children.
4. She set up her own business after graduating from college.
5. They need extra help to hand out the uniforms to the team.
5. We're planning to set up a meeting with potential investors.
3. We need to bring out the best in our employees.
### 33. Look up 4. The coach knows how to bring out the potential in each player.
- Meaning: To search for information using a book, computer, etc., or to 5. The competition really brought out their creativity.
become better.
- Examples:
### 37. Catch up
1. Can you look up the definition of that word for me?
- Meaning: To reach the same level of progress or achievement as someone
2. She looked up at the stars in the night sky. or something else.
4. He's been really dedicated and has looked up a lot in his career. 1. I need to catch up with my classmates in math.
5. Let's look up some new recipes for dinner. 2. We should grab a coffee and catch up sometime.
### 34. Put out 4. They need to catch up with the latest technology.
- Meaning: To make something stop burning or shining, or to cause a fire, 5. I'll call you later to catch up on what I missed.
light, etc. to stop burning or shining.
- Examples:
### 38. Hold on
1. She put out the candles before leaving the room.
- Meaning: To wait or stop for a short time, to continue to hold something;
2. The firemen were able to put out the fire quickly. to keep something; to manage to live or deal successfully with a difficult
situation.
3. Can you put out the light when leaving the room?
- Examples:
4. We should put out the campfire before we go to bed.
1. Hold on a minute, I'll be right back.
5. The wind put out the flame of the candle.
2. You need to hold on to the railing while walking down the stairs.
- Examples:
1. The company decided to take on a new project. ### 39. Run over
2. She took on the task of organizing the event. - Meaning: To hit someone or something with a vehicle and drive over
them, to discuss, repeat, or explain something quickly.
3. It's a big decision to take on such a huge responsibility.
- Examples:
4. Are you sure you can take on
1. The car ran over a stray cat on the road.
this additional workload?
2. I'll run over the main points of the presentation before we start.
5. They're not ready to take on that level of commitment.
3. Can you run over your plan for the weekend with me?
- Examples:
- Examples:
2. Her fashion line took off after being featured in a popular magazine.