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Phrasal Verb - running out of

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To have no more of a particular substance or resource available. 2. To be at the end of one's supply or resources for a particular activity, often unexpectedly. 3. To reach a point where one can no longer continue with an activity due to lack of resources or energy.

Examples​

No.Example
1I've run out of sugar, so I can't make coffee.
2The car ran out of gas on the highway.
3We ran out of time to finish the project.
4He ran out of ideas for his presentation.
5She ran out of steam during the marathon.
6The store ran out of the latest iPhone models.
7The company ran out of funds and had to declare bankruptcy.
8The patient ran out of breath during the surgery.
9The party ran out of ice before the drinks were served.
10The hiker ran out of water in the desert.

Phrasal Verb - setting off

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To begin a journey or an activity.
  2. To cause something, especially a reaction or an event, to start or happen.
  3. To leave a place, especially in a vehicle.
  4. To detonate a bomb or other explosive device.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'll be setting off early in the morning to catch my flight.
2The teacher set off a lively debate in the classroom.
3The race car drivers set off from the starting line.
4The fireworks were set off to celebrate Independence Day.
5The bomb was set off by the terrorists.
6The smell of fresh coffee set off my appetite.
7The sight of the sunset set off a wave of emotions.
8The announcement set off a stampede.
9The news of his promotion set off a round of applause.
10The sound of the alarm set off my anxiety.

Phrasal Verb - dabbling in

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

to engage in a casual or superficial way with some activity, often for amusement or as a hobby, without making a serious commitment or devoting much time or effort to it

Examples​

No.Example
1She loves to dabble in painting on the weekends.
2He's been dabbling in cooking with help from his chef friend.
3I've been dabbling in photography, but I still need to learn more.
4Many people enjoy dabbling in gardening, but few take it seriously.
5He tries to dabble in short stories when he's stressed.
6They've been dabbling in self-publishing and are now seeking professional help.
7I'm not good at it, but I've been dabbling in coding in my free time.
8He tried everything from dabbling in video games to making art.
9They're dabbling in craft beer. Each month, they try a new recipe.
10I'll be dabbling in sports betting next week.