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Phrasal Verb - glossing over

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To deliberately ignore or downplay the importance of something, often because it is unpleasant or embarrassing.
  2. To move quickly and lightly over the surface of something, without paying close attention to the details.

Examples​

No.Example
1He tried to gloss over his mistakes during the interview, but the hiring manager wasn't fooled.
2The police officer glossed over the details of the report, focusing instead on the suspect's confession.
3During the presentation, the speaker glossed over the technical details, assuming that the audience would already be familiar with them.
4Despite the controversy, the politician continued to gloss over the issue during the campaign.
5The editor asked the author to gloss over certain sections of the manuscript, as they were not essential to the story.
6The students were asked to gloss over the difficult sections of the textbook and focus on the easier parts.
7The politician's opponents accused him of glossing over the facts and presenting a distorted view of the situation.
8The chef glossed over the ingredients, confident that the customers would be impressed by the final dish.
9The teacher glossed over the historical context, focusing instead on the literary analysis of the text.
10The salesperson glossed over the technical specifications, emphasizing the benefits of the product instead.

Phrasal Verb - Going about

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'go about' means to do something actively and systematically, often involving visiting different places or people. It can also mean to carry on a task or activity, usually in a thorough or methodical way.

Examples​

No.Example
1She goes about her daily chores before going to work.
2The sales team goes about their territory, visiting potential clients.
3He went about the house, fixing anything that was broken.
4They went about their business, ignoring the protesters outside.
5The detective went about gathering evidence for the case.
6She went about her plans to start a new business.
7The city council went about implementing new traffic regulations.
8He went about his work in a diligent and efficient manner.
9They went about their studies, preparing for exams.
10She went about her errands, stopping at the bank and the post office.

Phrasal Verb - Go after

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To pursue or chase someone or something, to take action against someone or something, to start or continue doing something after someone or something else has finished or failed to do it.

Examples​

No.Example
1The police went after the car thief and managed to catch him.
2If you go after a dream, you may never know what you're truly capable of.
3John went after the ball, but his opponent got to it first.
4After the accident, the insurance company went after the driver for damages.
5The new employee went after the project with enthusiasm.
6I'll go after you if you don't pay back the money you owe me.
7The teacher went after the misbehaving student in front of the class.
8The company went after a new marketing strategy after their old one failed.
9The dog went after the squirrel and chased it up the tree.
10The chef went after the recipe, determined to perfect the dish.

Phrasal Verb - going against

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. Acting in opposition or disagreement to someone or something: contradicting or opposing someone or something.
  2. Going against the rules or regulations: acting in defiance or disobedience.
  3. Being incompatible or inconsistent with something: clashing or conflicting with something.

Examples​

No.Example
1He went against his father's wishes and pursued a career in music.
2The new policy goes against our values as a company.
3The two proposals went against each other in the vote.
4The new evidence goes against the previous theory.
5The new employee's work style went against the team's collaborative approach.
6The proposed development goes against the community's wishes.
7The new regulations go against the company's profit goals.
8The two candidates went against each other in the debate.
9His actions went against the principles of the organization.
10The new product goes against the market trend.

Phrasal Verb - Going Ahead

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To start or permit something to start, especially an activity or project. 2. To approve or give permission for something to proceed. 3. To act on one's own initiative and without delay or hesitation.

Examples​

No.Example
1The project can go ahead once we receive the final approval from the board.
2I'll go ahead and order the supplies we need for the workshop.
3You can go ahead and make the appointment for next week.
4Let's go ahead and finish this task before moving on to the next one.
5She went ahead and booked the tickets without asking her husband.
6The team went ahead and implemented the new strategy despite some concerns.
7I'll go ahead and send the email to all the attendees.
8We can go ahead and assume that the deal is closed.
9The research team went ahead and published their findings.
10He went ahead and quit his job without having another one lined up.

Phrasal Verb - Going Along With

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Going along with is a phrasal verb that means to agree or show understanding towards someone or something, even if one may not completely approve or believe in it. It implies cooperation or compliance, and can also mean to accompany or travel with someone or something.

Examples​

No.Example
1I don't really like spicy food, but I'll go along with you and try it.
2The new employee was nervous about presenting her ideas to the team, but they all went along with her proposals.
3Let's go along with the plan and meet at the usual place.
4Despite their differences, the two politicians went along with each other's speeches during the debate.
5I'll go along with you to the concert, but I'm not a big fan of that band.
6The children went along with their parents on a camping trip.
7The manager asked all employees to go along with the new dress code policy.
8The students went along with their teacher's instructions during the field trip.
9Despite her reservations, she went along with the group's decision.
10The runner went along with the pace of the pack during the marathon.

Phrasal Verb - Going Along

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'go along' means to agree or consent to do something, usually because one does not want to cause trouble or disagreement, or because one sees the advantage of cooperating. It can also mean to accompany or travel with someone or something. This phrasal verb can be used both transitively and intransitively.

Examples​

No.Example
1I don't really want to go to the party, but I'll go along with my friends.
2Can you go along with me to the store and help me buy some groceries?
3The new employee went along with the team's decision, even though she had reservations.
4Let's go along the coast and enjoy the beautiful views.
5The teacher asked if anyone would go along with him on a field trip.
6She couldn't go along with her husband's extravagant spending habits.
7My colleague went along to the conference even though he wasn't presenting.
8Going along with a crowd or a fashion can be dangerous.
9The tourists went along the river in a canoe, taking in the scenic views.
10The children went along on their bikes, following their father.

Phrasal Verb - Going Around

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'go around' means to visit or travel to different places or people, often in a circular route. It can also imply causing trouble or making the rounds to collect or distribute something. This phrasal verb can be used both transitively and intransitively.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'm going around to all the offices today to distribute the new company policies.
2The salesman is going around to different stores trying to sell his products.
3Let's go around the block a few times before finding a parking spot.
4The rumor is going around that the boss is retiring soon.
5The inspector is going around checking the fire extinguishers in the building.
6The circus is going around the country, so we can go see it next week.
7The news of their engagement is going around the neighborhood.
8The children are going around in circles on the merry-go-round.
9Let's go around the table and share what we've learned.
10The construction workers are going around the site, ensuring everything is safe.

Phrasal Verb - Going away (phrasal verb)

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To leave a place or situation, often implying a final or complete departure.
  2. To make someone or something leave a place or situation.
  3. To cease to exist or be present, often implying a temporary state.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'm going away for the weekend to visit my family.
2Can you please go away and let me finish my work?
3The storm went away and the sun came out.
4I'm going to go away and think about what I want to do with my life.
5The noise of the construction site went away in the evening.
6The pain in my head went away after I took some medicine.
7The problem went away on its own, but it may come back.
8The old man went away, leaving his fortune to his granddaughter.
9The crowd went away peacefully after the concert ended.
10The sun went away, leaving the stars to twinkle in the night sky.

Phrasal Verb - Going back on (someone or something)

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To withdraw or retract a previous commitment, promise, or support, often after it has become inconvenient or disadvantageous to do so.
  2. To betray or deceive someone, often after having given them assurances of loyalty or trust.
  3. To return to a previous state or condition, often after making progress or improvement.

Examples​

No.Example
1He went back on his word and didn't show up for the meeting.
2After initial support for the proposal, the committee went back on their decision.
3The company went back on its promise to provide better working conditions.
4Despite his promises, he went back on his commitment to quit smoking.
5She went back on her word and started spreading rumors about her colleague.
6He went back on his promise to help her move and left her stranded.
7The team went back on their strategy and switched to a more defensive approach.
8Despite his apologies, she felt he had gone back on his promise to change.
9The economy went back on its growth trajectory and entered a recession.
10After a brief fling, she went back on her decision to end the relationship.