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Phrasal Verb - Going Through With

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To carry out a plan or commitment, often despite difficulties or objections. This phrasal verb can also mean to examine or approve something carefully before making a decision.

Examples​

No.Example
1A: I'm not sure I want to go to the party. B: Come on, let's go through with it. You'll have a great time.
2The committee went through with the decision to increase tuition fees despite opposition from students.
3I'd like to go through with the purchase of this car, but I need to check my bank balance first.
4The boss asked us to go through with the presentation again to make sure there were no errors.
5After much consideration, they went through with the divorce.
6The investigators went through with the interrogation of the suspect.
7We'll go through with the renovations as long as the budget allows.
8The company went through with the merger despite concerns from shareholders.
9The team went through with their plans for the new project.
10They went through with the surgery, even though it was risky.

Phrasal Verb - Going Through

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'go through' means to experience or undergo a process or series of events, often with some difficulty or challenge. It can also mean to approve or allow something to pass, or to check something thoroughly.

Examples​

No.Example
1They went through a difficult time when their child was diagnosed with a serious illness.
2The applicants had to go through a rigorous interview process to be considered for the job.
3Can I go through customs first?
4Let's go through the checklist to make sure we haven't forgotten anything.
5We need to go through this contract carefully before signing.
6The students went through their lessons quickly and efficiently.
7Once we go through the tunnel, we'll be in the next state.
8I'm not feeling well today, let's go through the motions and get through the day.
9The company is going through a major restructuring.
10Go through the procedure carefully to avoid any errors.

Phrasal Verb - going up

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To move or travel to a higher place or level, usually in a vehicle such as a lift or an escalator.
  2. To increase or rise in amount, price, or degree.
  3. To start or begin, often in a sudden or unexpected way.
  4. To agree or consent to something, often reluctantly.

Examples​

No.Example
1The elevator went up to the 10th floor.
2Prices for houses in this area have gone up significantly in the last year.
3Suddenly, the temperature went up, and everyone took off their jackets.
4I didn't want to go out, but my friends managed to go up and convince me.
5The budget deficit went up by $10 billion this year.
6The sun went up early this morning.
7The construction site went up in just a few months.
8My alarm clock goes up at 6 a.m. every day.
9The value of stocks went up after the good news was announced.
10The tension went up between the two teams during the game

Phrasal Verb - Going with (someone or something)

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To travel together with someone or something.
  2. To support, agree with, or approve of someone or something.
  3. To accompany or be in the company of someone or something.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'd be happy to go with you to the concert.
2My friend and I are going with a group to the mountains for the weekend.
3The new employee is going with the team to the sales conference.
4I can't go with your decision, it's not fair.
5The teacher went with the students on a field trip.
6My brother goes with his dad to fix cars in the garage.
7She goes with her husband to the gym every morning.
8I'd love to go with you to the beach.
9The company went with the new marketing strategy.
10He goes with his dog for a walk every day.

Phrasal Verb - going without

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'go without' means to do without a particular thing or to experience a lack of something. It implies that the person or people involved are making sacrifices or enduring hardships due to the absence of the thing or things in question.

Examples​

No.Example
1During the economic crisis, many families were forced to go without heat or electricity.
2My friend and I decided to go without food for 24 hours as part of a charity fundraiser.
3The refugees in the camp were going without basic necessities such as water, food, and shelter.
4I've given up smoking and have been going without it for three weeks now.
5The company was going without a key employee after he resigned unexpectedly.
6The children were going without their mother's love and attention due to her long work hours.
7Many people in the developing world go without clean drinking water on a daily basis.
8The prisoners were going without proper medical care and were subjected to inhumane conditions.
9The explorers were going without any contact with civilization for months on end.
10The artist was going without inspiration and struggled to create new work.

Phrasal Verb - building (something) from the ground up

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Starting the construction or development of something from the beginning, often implying a complete and thorough process, and creating it from scratch.

Examples​

No.Example
1The company was founded in 2000 and we've been growing it from the ground up ever since.
2They decided to sell their house and start a new life, building a home from the ground up.
3The new CEO promised to turn around the struggling business by building it up from the ground up.
4They are planning to build a new school from the ground up, with state-of-the-art facilities.
5After the hurricane, the community came together to rebuild their town from the ground up.
6The architect presented his vision for a sustainable city, which they would build from the ground up.
7The entrepreneur started his business from scratch and grew it up into a multimillion-dollar corporation.
8They had to rebuild their relationship from the ground up after the argument.
9The chef created a new dish, starting with fresh ingredients and building it up layer by layer.
10The team was determined to build their project up into a successful venture.

Phrasal Verb - growing apart

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

This phrasal verb means that two people or things are gradually becoming more distant or disconnected from each other, often emotionally or socially. It suggests a gradual drifting apart that can lead to a complete separation.

Examples​

No.Example
1Despite their initial strong bond, John and Mary grew apart as they focused on their careers.
2The couple grew apart after their child left for college.
3The once-close friends grew apart due to their differing political views.
4As the years passed, the siblings grew apart and barely spoke.
5The new technology grew apart from the old, making it obsolete.
6After a series of disagreements, the business partners grew apart and went their separate ways.
7The isolated community grew apart from the rest of the world.
8The once-popular fashion trend grew apart from modern styles.
9Despite their shared history, the warring factions grew apart and refused to negotiate.
10The growing apart of the Earth's tectonic plates causes earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

Phrasal Verb - growing_away_from

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'grow away from' means to gradually move further apart or become more distant in terms of emotions, relationships, or physical location. It can also imply a sense of avoidance or detachment.

Examples​

No.Example
1Despite their initial closeness, the siblings grew away from each other as they pursued different careers.
2After the argument, they both grew away from each other, not speaking for weeks.
3As the years passed, the couple grew away from their shared interests and values.
4He found it difficult to grow away from his painful past and move on.
5The company grew away from its traditional business model and embraced new technologies.
6She grew away from her family's expectations and followed her own dreams.
7The once-friendly neighbors grew away from each other due to a long-standing feud.
8The city grew away from its rural roots and became a modern metropolis.
9The team grew away from their winning streak and suffered a series of losses.
10He grew away from his addiction and rebuilt his life.

Phrasal Verb - growing-into

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

A phrasal verb meaning to develop or transform gradually into a new state, role, or condition. It implies a sense of progression or maturation.

Examples​

No.Example
1He grew into his role as team captain after the previous captain retired.
2Despite initial struggles, she grew into her new job and became an invaluable asset to the company.
3The child grew into his father's size and strength as he grew older.
4The city grew into a major industrial hub over the past century.
5As the project progressed, the team grew into a cohesive unit.
6The company grew into a global enterprise with operations in over 50 countries.
7After years of hard work, the small start-up grew into a successful business.
8The young sapling grew into a towering tree over the course of several decades.
9The new employee grew into his responsibilities and proved to be an asset to the team.
10The actor grew into the role of Hamlet, delivering a powerful and moving performance.

Phrasal Verb - growing on

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'grow on' means that a situation or problem continues to exist or develop, often despite efforts to stop it or find a solution. It can also mean that someone becomes accustomed to or accepts a situation or condition.

Examples​

No.Example
1The noise of the construction site next door was growing on me.
2Despite our best efforts, the problem with the software continued to grow on.
3I've grown on this new diet and I actually enjoy the meals now.
4The unpleasant smell of the garbage was growing on the neighborhood.
5The sales pitch grew on me and I found myself considering buying the product.
6The sun grew on my skin as I lay on the beach.
7The new employee was still making mistakes, but his colleagues had grown on him.
8The old tradition of painting the town red on New Year's Eve was growing on.
9The popularity of the new restaurant was growing on the city.
10The damage caused by the storm was growing on the community.