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Phrasal Verb - Side with - Support or agree

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

"Side with" is a phrasal verb that means to support, agree with, or align oneself with someone or something. It implies taking a position or expressing an opinion in favor of someone or something.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'll side with you on this issue.
2Despite their differences, the two friends always sided with each other.
3The jury sided with the plaintiff and awarded her damages.
4When it comes to sports teams, I always side with the underdog.
5He couldn't side with his boss's decision and resigned from the company.
6The students sided with their teacher in the debate about the new curriculum.
7Despite her reservations, she eventually sided with her husband's decision.
8The mayor urged the city council to side with the community and approve the new park.
9The company's shareholders sided with the CEO's proposal to expand into new markets.
10The president's supporters sided with him in his controversial decision.

Phrasal Verb - lining up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. Arranging objects, people, or vehicles in a neat and orderly row or queue.
  2. Preparing oneself or getting ready for an event or activity.
  3. Aligning or bringing things into agreement or harmony.

Examples​

No.Example
1The students lined up quietly outside the school before the bell rang.
2I need to line up my ducks in a row before making a decision.
3The traffic came to a standstill as everyone lined up for the border crossing.
4The team members lined up behind their captain before the big game.
5The two countries have been lining up their troops along the border.
6We need to line up our budget with our expenses before the end of the year.
7The children lined up for their turn on the merry-go-round.
8The manager asked the employees to line up for a team meeting.
9The stars in the night sky were perfectly lined up in a row.
10The conductor asked passengers to line up for boarding the train