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Phrasal Verb - Come for

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Conceal or deceive by deliberately hiding part of the truth, often to conceal an ulterior motive or to get someone's attention.

Examples​

No.Example
1The salesperson's vague description tried to come for me, but I could tell they were trying to sell me something.
2Stop coming for me with that false advertising – I'm not falling for it.
3The politician's except-old claim in his previous election campaign came under scrutiny as part of an orchestrated public relations ploy to come for the governor's board.
4If you dedicate yourself to this profession, you'll learn to read people's true character as they try to come for you.
5The fellow writers agreed to scrutinize each other's works to come for deception and plagiarism.
6I think we should considerably improve our research so we will not come under criticism with this weak justification which will actually come for disguise.
7In the negotiation, John was told to be prepared for how the partner would try to come for them.
8It took some close scrutiny before we came to realize that our old friend was trying to come for us by concealing something important from us.
9If I had known about the payout policy, your primary objective became apparent and I can figure why your medal was pretended to be surprising, when our partner said he was going for the check not just a random prize.
10Unfortunately, everyone discerning enough will come for them as evident intent behind their humanitarian funds actually directs towards promoting their own advertisement.

Phrasal Verb - Ploughing Ahead

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To continue doing something that might be difficult or uncertain, often requiring a lot of effort or determination. This can involve overcoming obstacles, taking risks, and persevering in the face of challenges.

Examples​

No.Example
1We need to plough ahead and complete the project by the end of the month.
2She's determined to plough ahead with her plans, even though the odds are against her.
3The company had to plough ahead and absorb the losses from the failed investment.
4The researchers had to plough ahead and collect more data in order to make a breakthrough.
5It's crucial to plough ahead and push through the tough times.
6She's not one to give up easily and will always plough ahead when faced with obstacles.
7The team had to plough ahead and meet the deadline, despite the challenges they faced.
8The government needs to plough ahead and implement the new policies, even if they're unpopular.
9We have to plough ahead and focus on finding a solution, rather than dwelling on the problems.
10The scientist had to plough ahead and take the next step, even if it meant venturing into unknown territory.

Phrasal Verb - Pull in

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To pull in someone or something means to move them towards you, often with a force or energy, or to attract something, often interest, attention, or a resource. It can also mean to incorporate or include something, such as a new idea or a latest technology, into a system or process. In some cases, it can also imply that something is fixed in place, such as a pin or a peg.

Examples​

No.Example
1She's pulling in her children from playtime to have dinner.
2The sales manager is working hard to pull in new customers.
3The team leader decided to pull in a professional to help with the project.
4The mechanic tried to pull in some gasoline to get the engine started.
5The company is trying to pull in the latest technology to improve efficiency.
6He's pulling in his old college friends to help him with his new business.
7The designer made sure to pull in enough fabric when cutting out the costume.
8The economy is pulling in tourists with its beautiful beaches.
9The teacher is trying to pull in her students' attention with an interesting story.
10The crash test dummies are pulled in for the safety tests.

Phrasal Verb - Break down

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To cause a machine or system to fail or make it stop working, to make something, such as a system or a process, collapse or be overwhelmed, to cause a person to be unable to continue with something because they are too tired, ill, or troubled by something, to reduce something to a lower level or condition.

Examples​

No.Example
1The car broke down on the highway.
2The electricity grid broke down due to a cyber attack.
3After a few months away, her mind started breaking down.
4The new employee was overwhelmed by the workload and started breaking down.
5The researcher hoped to break down the complex problem using various methods.
6Her body was breaking down from lack of rest and proper nutrition.
7The overload of data caused the software to break down.
8He broke down in tears when he heard the news.
9The engineer was tasked with breaking down the system into smaller components.
10After years of abuse, her self-esteem started breaking down.

Phrasal Verb - Looking Up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To look up implies searching for information in a specific resource, such as a dictionary, the internet, or a reference book, usually to clarify or confirm the meaning of a word, phrase, or concept. It can also refer to searching for information about a person, place, or thing in a database or directory.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'll look up the meaning of this word to understand it.
2If you don't know the answer, you can look it up on Google.
3Before we start the project, let's look up the requirements to make sure we're on track.
4The historian spent years looking up documents to write her book.
5She decided to look up her old university friend on social media.
6If you're unsure about the definition, you can look it up in a dictionary.
7The actor looked up her lines for the new play before the rehearsal.
8The architect began by looking up local building codes to ensure compliance.
9If you need to verify a fact, you can look it up on Wikipedia.
10The researchers looked up their notes from the previous experiment to draw comparisons.

Phrasal Verb - Luring In

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To entice someone, especially in a deceitful or cunning way, into a situation or place for their own or one's own advantage, often involving the promise of reward or lure.

Examples​

No.Example
1The company lured me in with a competitive salary and great benefits.
2The store lured in customers with its grand opening sale.
3The whale was lured in by the sound of its familiar song.
4She tried to lure him in with a promise of further employment.
5The shark was lured in with a artificial reef.
6He tried to lure in colleagues with prank gifts on his 30th birthday.
7Visitors were lured in with promises of the city's diverse culture.
8They were lured in by colorful marketing campaigns.
9The beguiler lured in unfortunate victims with amorous promises.
10Poachers were lured in by pleas in cellphones saying he is Chris while no more workships.

Phrasal Verb - Make Up For

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

A phrasal verb used to describe the act of doing something to compensate or compensate for a mistake, problem, or unpleasant situation. It can also be used to explain that something is happening to make amends for a past issue or to counterbalance a previous bad situation.

Examples​

No.Example
1I have to work extra hours to make up for the time I missed yesterday.
2The company is offering a discount to make up for the inconvenience caused by the delayed shipment.
3She has been studying hard to make up for not studying during her freshman year.
4The rain is pouring down to make up for the dry spell we've been experiencing.
5I'm trying to make up for lost time by working longer hours.
6The government is increasing the budget to make up for the economic losses during the pandemic.
7I have to make up for the disappointing performance by working harder next semester.
8The concert was rescheduled to make up for the cancellation due to the hurricane.
9I'm taking extra courses to make up for the credits I didn't gain in high school.
10The store is offering a promotion to make up for the lack of sales in the past quarter.

Phrasal Verb - Marking Down

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb mark down is used to describe the action of lowering the price of something, particularly an item on a website or in a store. It can also refer to the act of entering something, like market data, onto a record or database. The term 'mark down' is often used in business and commerce to convey a decrease in price or value.

Examples​

No.Example
1The store will mark down all winter clothing by 50% for the spring sale.
2I'm trying to mark down the prices of the items I'm selling online.
3The bank will mark down the value of the shares after the company's poor performance.
4She marked down the price of the painting to make it more attractive to buyers.
5The company will mark down its product line by 20% to stay competitive.
6He wanted to mark down the data from the sensors to keep track of the machine's performance.
7The accountant had to mark down the assets after the company's financial reports showed a loss.
8The restaurant will mark down its prices to attract more customers during the off-season.
9The pharmaceutical company will mark down the price of the medication for low-income families.
10The website will mark down the price of the item automatically after the discount code is applied.

Phrasal Verb - Matching Up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To match up refers to the act of finding a suitable or corresponding match for someone or something, typically in a romantic or social context. This may involve creating a mutual connection or relationship where both parties feel a sense of compatibility or compatibility.

Examples​

No.Example
1The dating app was designed to help people match up with compatible partners.
2The company's algorithm was meant to match up customers with their ideal shoes based on their personal style.
3She was trying to match up with her new coworker for lunch.
4The matchmaker's job was to match up couples for marriage.
5The system was able to match up users with similar interests.
6The social event was organized to help people match up with new friends.
7The app allowed users to match up with people who shared similar passions.
8She was struggling to match up with someone who shared her love of hiking.
9The dating website was used to match up people with their ideal partners based on a quiz.
10The coach tried to match up the players with their strengths and weaknesses for the game.

Phrasal Verb - Maxing Out

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To reach one's maximum capacity, limit, or potential; to go beyond a predetermined or acceptable level; to exhaust or deplete something quickly or completely. Can also refer to optimizing or exploiting something to the fullest extent, often in a faster-than-expected manner.

Examples​

No.Example
1The car engine maxed out at 150 miles per hour, making it one of the fastest vehicles on the market.
2She maxed out her credit card on her shopping spree and had to wait for her next paycheck to pay off the debt.
3The company maxed out their production capacity and had to hire more workers to meet the high demand.
4He maxed out on his skills with the new software and became a leading expert in the field.
5The team maxed out their winning streak with a 10-game undefeated season.
6The new policy maxed out the allowed benefits for retirees, making it possible for them to live comfortably in their golden years.
7The donkey maxed out its carrying capacity for hay and had to be unloaded to continue its journey.
8She maxed out her time on the video game and set a new personal record for the level.
9The bank's high-interest rates led many customers to max out their loans, trying to take advantage of the situation.
10The young entrepreneur maxed out her investment potential with the successful launch of her business.