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Phrasal Verb - putting through

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To help or support someone or something to succeed or be accepted, often by using one's influence or authority. This phrasal verb can also mean to complete a process or procedure.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'll put your name through to the hiring manager.
2Can you put this proposal through the approval process as soon as possible?
3He put his daughter through college with the money he earned from his business.
4The sales team put the new product through its paces during testing.
5She put him through a rigorous training program.
6We need to put this project through before the deadline.
7The mayor put the new traffic laws through a public hearing.
8I'll put you in touch with the right person to help you.
9The company put the employee through a series of interviews.
10The team put their best effort through to win the game.

Phrasal Verb - putting together

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To assemble or construct something, especially from several parts or components. 2. To arrange or coordinate things so that they work effectively as a whole, often implying the use of effort, skill, or ingenuity.

Examples​

No.Example
1I spent the whole afternoon putting together a flat-pack bookshelf.
2The team worked together to put the project together on time.
3Can you help me put the puzzle together?
4The chef put the ingredients together to make a delicious meal.
5We need to put our efforts together if we want to succeed.
6The detective put the pieces of the case together to solve the mystery.
7The manager put the new employees through a training program to put them together as a team.
8The mechanic put the engine together after the repair.
9The children put their toys together to play a game.
10The architect put the plans together to build the house.

Phrasal Verb - putting_up_with

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To endure or tolerate something, often unwillingly or despite difficulty or inconvenience. This phrasal verb can also mean to agree to something or to set up or display something.

Examples​

No.Example
1I can't stand his constant complaining, but I'm putting up with it for the sake of our family.
2She put up with her boss's demanding behavior for years before finally quitting.
3Can you please put up with my messy room for one more day? I'll clean it up soon.
4We put up with long lines and delays during our travel to reach our destination.
5The students put up with harsh criticism from their teachers in order to improve.
6My friend put up a beautiful display of flowers in her garden.
7The team put up a valiant effort, but they couldn't put up with the opposing team's superior play.
8The store put up a sign announcing their grand opening.
9He put up his umbrella to protect himself from the rain.
10We put up a tent in the backyard for a camping trip.

Phrasal Verb - putting up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To erect or install something, such as a tent or a picture. 2. To endure or tolerate something, often reluctantly. 3. To make a show of resistance or opposition, often for political or social reasons.

Examples​

No.Example
1We put up the tent in the backyard for a camping weekend.
2I can't put up with your constant complaining.
3The activists put up a strong resistance against the new law.
4Despite her objections, the board put up the new policy.
5The company put up a bold advertisement campaign.
6After a long day at work, I just can't put up with any more noise.
7The children put up decorations for the holiday season.
8The protesters put up a fight against the police.
9We put up shelves in the kitchen to store our dishes.
10The art exhibit put up a notice asking visitors not to touch the paintings.

Phrasal Verb - qualm_over

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To express uneasiness, doubt, or hesitation about a decision or a situation, often leading to reconsideration or withdrawal. This phrasal verb implies a strong emotional response and a potential change of heart.

Examples​

No.Example
1Despite her initial excitement, she began to qualm over the idea of moving to a new city.
2The investor qualified over his decision to sell his stocks when he saw their market value rising.
3The bride qualmover her decision to elope when her family intervened.
4The politician qualified over his past statements during a debate, leading to public scrutiny.
5The employee qualmover her resignation when offered a better position within the company.
6The hiker qualmover starting the trek when he saw the storm approaching.
7The buyer qualmover the purchase of the house when the inspection revealed major issues.
8The manager qualmover the decision to fire an employee after considering alternative solutions.
9The passenger qualmover boarding the plane when she heard about turbulence in the forecast.
10The artist qualmover exhibiting her work when she received negative feedback from critics.

Phrasal Verb - queuing up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The action of forming a line or group, typically to wait one's turn for something, such as a ride or a service. It implies that there is a system in place to manage the order in which people or things will be served or accessed.

Examples​

No.Example
1The crowd queued up outside the concert venue hours before the doors opened.
2We queued up at the deli counter to order our sandwiches.
3The line for the rollercoaster queued up around the corner.
4The passengers queued up to board the plane.
5The line for the restroom queued up during halftime.
6The employees queued up their tasks in order to complete them efficiently.
7The cars queued up at the border crossing.
8The job applicants queued up for interviews.
9The students queued up for the school bus.
10The customers queued up to return their purchases.

Phrasal Verb - racing off

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

to start a competition or an activity with great speed and excitement, often in a competitive or aggressive way

Examples​

No.Example
1The runners raced off at the sound of the starting gun.
2The two companies raced off to launch their new products.
3The drivers raced off in their cars, trying to outdo each other.
4The athletes raced off in the 100-meter dash, giving it their all.
5The children raced off to be the first to find the hidden treasure.
6The salespeople raced off to meet their quotas for the month.
7The chefs raced off to see who could prepare the most dishes in an hour.
8The students raced off to complete their exams before the deadline.
9The firefighters raced off to put out the fire before it spread.
10The pilots raced off to land their planes safely before the storm hit.

Phrasal Verb - racking up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To accumulate or collect something, often debts or charges, over a period of time.
  2. To make progress or achieve success in a particular area, often by working hard or making significant efforts.

Examples​

No.Example
1He racked up a large debt on his credit card during his travels.
2The sales team racked up impressive numbers last quarter.
3The football team racked up several wins in a row.
4She racked up many frequent flyer miles this year.
5He racked up a lot of experience in the tech industry.
6They racked up expenses during their week-long vacation.
7The company racked up record profits last year.
8The team racked up points in the league standings.
9He racked up several awards for his acting skills.
10She racked up an impressive resume before graduating college

Phrasal Verb - railing_against

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To strongly object or protest against something, often in a persistent or frequent way. This phrasal verb can also mean to criticize or attack someone or something consistently.

Examples​

No.Example
1She couldn't rail against the decision for long as it was final.
2The protesters continued to rail against the new tax law.
3He railed against the injustice of the situation.
4The critics rail against the new movie, but it's gaining popularity.
5She railed against the boss's unfair treatment of her.
6The team railed against the referee's calls.
7The opposition party railed against the government's policies.
8He railed against the traffic, cursing and honking his horn.
9The activists railed against the corporation's environmental practices.
10She railed against the stereotypes, speaking out for equality.

Phrasal Verb - raining off (someone or something)

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To cause someone or something to leave a place or a situation, often because of adverse conditions.
  2. To stop raining or snowing heavily.
  3. To remove rain or other liquids from a surface. This phrasal verb is used with object and can be followed by the infinitive form of a verb, a gerund, or a noun.

Examples​

No.Example
1The heavy rain was raining off the roof, making a loud noise.
2The manager rained off the employees who arrived late.
3The storm rained off the tourists from the beach.
4She rained off her umbrella before entering the house.
5The rain water rained off the leaves, making them shiny.
6The teacher rained off the students who didn't finish their homework.
7The sun began to rain off the clouds, making the sky clear.
8The wind rained off the sand from the beach.
9The dog rained off itself after playing in the rain.
10The farmers rained off their fields before the harvest.