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Phrasal Verb - Living By

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To depend on or be guided by a particular belief, principle, or way of life. This phrasal verb can also mean to experience or go through something, usually a difficult situation.

Examples​

No.Example
1He couldn't live by the rules any longer and decided to break free.
2They've been living by the ocean for the past 10 years.
3She lives by her faith and refuses to compromise her beliefs.
4He lived by the motto 'work hard and play harder'.
5After losing her job, she had to learn to live by a tight budget.
6They were living by the riverbank and had to move due to flooding.
7He lived by his wits and managed to survive in the wilderness.
8She couldn't live by the constant criticism and left the company.
9Living by the truth is the only way to be happy.
10They lived by the mantra 'never give up' and achieved great success.

Phrasal Verb - Living For (Phrasal Verb)

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To make a particular situation, condition, or experience last as long as possible; to continue to experience or enjoy something fully and completely. This phrasal verb can also mean to wait or endure something, often with a sense of anticipation, especially when referring to an event or experience.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'm living for this vacation in Bali. I can't wait to relax on the beach and explore the local culture.
2He's been living for music since he was a child and now plays in a famous band.
3They're living for the moment, not worrying about the future.
4She's living for her grandchildren, enjoying every moment with them.
5He's living for revenge against his former boss.
6I'm living for the weekend, it's the only time I get to relax.
7The fans are living for the next release from their favorite artist.
8He's living for the challenge of climbing the highest mountain.
9They're living for the experience of traveling around the world.
10She's living for the excitement of starting a new business.

Phrasal Verb - Living On (Phrasal Verb)

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To continue to exist, survive, or thrive, often after a difficult or challenging experience. This phrasal verb implies that the situation or experience has had a significant impact on someone or something, and that they are now able to move forward or adapt in a new way.

Examples​

No.Example
1Despite the loss of their loved one, the family managed to live on.
2The old factory closed down, but the community lived on, finding new ways to support each other.
3He was devastated by the failure of his business, but he refused to give up and instead lived on, determined to start anew.
4The injured bird was able to live on, thanks to the care of the wildlife rehabilitation center.
5After the earthquake, the survivors lived on, rebuilding their homes and their lives.
6The company faced bankruptcy, but it managed to live on, thanks to the innovation and hard work of its employees.
7Despite the setbacks, the athlete lived on, pushing himself to be better and to reach his goals.
8The elderly woman lived on, surrounded by her family and her memories.
9The city was rebuilt, and life went on, as if the disaster had never happened.
10Despite the challenges, the students lived on, determined to graduate and to succeed in their careers.

Phrasal Verb - living_out

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To experience or undergo a situation or feeling completely, to the fullest, often with the implication of coming to terms with it or accepting it. This phrasal verb can also mean to spend the rest of one's life in a particular place or situation.

Examples​

No.Example
1After losing her job, she decided to live out her dreams of becoming a writer.
2He lived out his days in peace and quiet, surrounded by nature.
3They chose to live out their retirement in a warm climate.
4Despite his fears, he lived out his phobia of heights by going skydiving.
5She lived out her childhood fantasies by becoming an astronaut.
6He lived out his days in a nursing home, but never lost his sense of humor.
7The artist lived out his last days in poverty, but left a lasting legacy.
8They lived out their love story in the quiet town where they met.
9Despite the challenges, they lived out their vows and built a strong marriage.
10He lived out his dream of owning a bookstore, surrounded by books.

Phrasal Verb - living_through

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To continue surviving or experiencing something, often something difficult or challenging, despite hardships or adversity.

Examples​

No.Example
1He lived through the harsh winter in the mountains with only a tent and some supplies.
2She lived through the loss of her husband and children, but managed to rebuild her life.
3The city lived through the devastating earthquake, but many buildings were destroyed.
4Despite the pain, he lived through the surgery and made a full recovery.
5The soldiers lived through the long and grueling march, one step at a time.
6After the accident, he lived through the night with a broken leg and a concussion.
7The company lived through the economic downturn and emerged stronger than before.
8She lived through the trauma of the car accident and went on to write a book about her experience.
9The elderly man lived through both world wars and saw many changes in his lifetime.
10They lived through the scandal and came out on the other side, stronger and more determined.

Phrasal Verb - Living Up to

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To fulfill or meet the expectations or requirements of someone or something, especially when this has been promised or agreed. This phrasal verb can also mean to behave in a way that is worthy of respect or admiration.

Examples​

No.Example
1Despite his initial reluctance, John lived up to his promise and helped his friend move house.
2The new manager was expected to live up to the high standards set by his predecessor.
3My daughter's teacher was very impressed by how well she lived up to her potential during the exams.
4The company's marketing campaign failed to live up to the hype.
5The team's performance in the final match lived up to everyone's expectations.
6After a disappointing start to the season, the team lived up to their promise and secured a playoff spot.
7My brother-in-law promised to live up to his responsibilities as a father, but he often neglected his children.
8The new employee was given a challenging project, but he lived up to the challenge and delivered excellent results.
9The restaurant's reputation lived up to the rave reviews we had read online.
10The new product lived up to the hype and exceeded our expectations

Phrasal Verb - loading up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To prepare or equip something, especially a vehicle, with supplies, fuel, or passengers before a journey.
  2. To cause something, especially a computer or a website, to become ready or functional by adding or installing new components or data.
  3. To take on a heavy workload or responsibility, often suddenly or unexpectedly.

Examples​

No.Example
1Before setting off on their road trip, the family spent hours loading up the car with camping equipment and food.
2The new software needs to be loaded up before it can be used.
3The project manager asked her team to load up with as many tasks as possible before the deadline.
4The train was loaded up with passengers and cargo before departing from the station.
5I need to load up on water and snacks before going on a long hike.
6The factory was loading up with raw materials in preparation for the busy season.
7The delivery truck was loaded up with packages and was ready to hit the road.
8The computer took a long time to load up after the power outage.
9The company's website was loaded up with new features and improvements.
10The firefighters were loading up their gear before responding to the emergency call

Phrasal Verb - locking in

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To make a decision or commitment irreversibly, usually by signing a contract or taking some other formal action. 2. In financial markets, to buy a security at a fixed price in anticipation of future price increases, in order to protect against potential losses or to profit from a rising market.

Examples​

No.Example
1They decided to lock in their rates before the interest rates went up.
2The company locked in a long-term contract with the supplier to secure stable prices for raw materials.
3Investors often lock in their profits by selling their stocks when they reach a certain price.
4After months of deliberation, the board finally locked in the new CEO.
5The airline passenger was able to lock in a lower fare for her flight by booking early.
6The real estate developer locked in a large land purchase to take advantage of a favorable market.
7The stockbroker advised his clients to lock in their gains before the market closed.
8The union negotiated a collective bargaining agreement that locked in wage increases for several years.
9The insurance company offered its customers the option to lock in their premiums for a fixed term.
10The investor locked in his losses by selling his stocks at a lower price than he had bought them.

Phrasal Verb - logging in

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The action of entering user credentials (such as a username and password) into a system or website in order to access it. This can be done on various devices, such as computers, smartphones, or tablets.

Examples​

No.Example
1I need to log in to my email account to check for new messages.
2Before accessing the database, all users must log in with their credentials.
3Can you help me log in to my Facebook account? I forgot my password.
4Logging in to the company's network requires a multi-factor authentication process.
5The website allows users to log in with their Google or Facebook account.
6The system will automatically log you in if you check the 'remember me' box.
7The user was logged in to the system for over 3 hours before being detected as inactive.
8I can't log in to the website because my account has been suspended.
9Logging in to the server requires a valid SSH key.
10The company policy requires employees to log in to their workstations every morning.

Phrasal Verb - logging off

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The action of signing out or disconnecting from a computer system, network, or application. This can be done intentionally by the user or automatically after a period of inactivity.

Examples​

No.Example
1After finishing her work, she logged off her computer.
2The system will automatically log off users after 30 minutes of inactivity.
3Logging off is an important security measure to protect your account.
4Can you please log off once you're done with the presentation?
5The IT department requires all employees to log off their computers before leaving the office.
6He forgot to log off and left confidential documents open on his computer.
7Logging off is also known as signing out or disconnecting.
8Logging off a server may cause temporary downtime for users.
9Logging off a social media account can help reduce distractions.
10Logging off your email account can help prevent unauthorized access.