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Phrasal Verb - hinging-on

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'hinge on' means that an event, situation, or decision depends on something else. It suggests that the outcome of one thing is contingent upon the occurrence or non-occurrence of another.

Examples​

No.Example
1The success of the project hinges on the timely delivery of the new software.
2I can't make a decision until I've heard back from my boss. The outcome hinges on her response.
3Our plans for the weekend hinge on the weather.
4The election result hinges on the votes in a few key constituencies.
5The deal can't go through without the approval of the board. It all hinges on their decision.
6Our strategy will hinge on the competition's response.
7The outcome of the game hinges on the performance of the goalkeeper.
8The success of the project hinges on the cooperation of all team members.
9The peace agreement hinges on the disarmament of both sides.
10The future of the company hinges on the launch of the new product.

Phrasal Verb - Holding Off

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

This phrasal verb means to delay or postpone an action or decision, often due to a lack of readiness or permission. It can also mean to withhold or restrain oneself from doing something, especially in order to give someone else a turn or to avoid conflict.

Examples​

No.Example
1I need to hold off on making a decision until I have more information.
2Can you hold off on sending the email until tomorrow?
3The construction workers had to hold off their project due to bad weather.
4She asked him to hold off on telling her the bad news until she was ready.
5The teacher held off disciplining the student until after the recess.
6I'll hold off on buying a new car until I save enough money.
7He held off from making a move until he saw an opportunity.
8The coach held off starting the substitute until the game was almost over.
9She held off laughing until her friend finished telling the joke.
10The government held off implementing the new tax until after the election.

Phrasal Verb - holding over

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To extend or postpone something, especially a deadline or a lease, for a short time. 2. To maintain or keep something, such as a position or a belief, for a period of time.

Examples​

No.Example
1The company decided to hold over the implementation of the new policy until after the holiday season.
2Despite the protestations of the tenants, the landlord chose to hold over their leases for another year.
3The project manager asked the team to hold over their vacation plans until the project was completed.
4The Prime Minister held over a decision on the proposed tax increase until after the election.
5The sales manager held over the top-performing salesperson, despite his resignation notice.
6The committee held over their vote on the proposed budget until they received more information.
7The president held over his decision to declare war until he received a report from his military advisors.
8The teacher held over the students who missed the exam for a make-up session.
9The actor held over his contract for a third season of the popular TV series.
10The engineer held over the design of the new bridge until he was satisfied with the safety features.

Phrasal Verb - Hushing Up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To keep secret or suppress information that could potentially cause trouble or controversy. This can be done through deliberate concealment or by discouraging others from speaking about it.

Examples​

No.Example
1The company hushed up the scandal to avoid negative publicity.
2They tried to hush up the news of the CEO's resignation until they could find a suitable replacement.
3The witnesses were threatened to hush up their testimony.
4The politician's team worked to hush up damaging information about their candidate.
5The family hushed up the details of the accident to protect their dignity.
6The investigative journalist was warned to hush up his findings or face legal action.
7The whistleblower was hushed up by his colleagues for fear of retaliation.
8The government hushed up the report on the environmental impact of the new project.
9The school hushed up the incident to avoid damaging the reputation of the students involved.
10The victim's family was urged to hush up the matter to prevent further distress.

Phrasal Verb - ironing out

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To make something clear, smooth, or free of problems by removing difficulties or disagreements. This can be done through discussions, negotiations, or other means. The process may involve compromises, concessions, and a collaborative effort to find a mutually acceptable solution.

Examples​

No.Example
1During the project meeting, the team worked together to iron out the details of the upcoming marketing campaign.
2The CEO and the union representatives spent hours ironing out the terms of the new contract.
3After the initial misunderstandings, the couple managed to iron out their differences and reconcile.
4The project manager felt confident that they could iron out the issues with the vendor before the deadline.
5The sales team and the finance department needed to iron out their disagreements on the budget before presenting it to the board.
6The city council members spent days ironing out the details of the new zoning regulations.
7The negotiators worked tirelessly to iron out the last few sticking points in the peace treaty.
8The CEO and the CTO had to iron out their differences on the company's strategic direction.
9The lawyer and the client spent hours ironing out the terms of the settlement agreement.
10The project manager and the client needed to iron out the timeline and deliverables for the upcoming project.

Phrasal Verb - jacking up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To increase or raise something, especially a price or level, significantly or suddenly.
  2. To make or prepare something, especially a vehicle, for lifting or moving.
  3. To implicate or incriminate someone in a situation or crime.

Examples​

No.Example
1The prices of houses in this area have really jacked up over the past few years.
2We need to jack up the old truck so we can replace the muffler.
3The boss tried to jack up the salary of the new employee.
4The police were able to jack up the suspect in connection with the robbery.
5The new tax law is going to jack up the cost of living.
6The thief tried to jack up the car owner, but was caught by the police.
7The company's profits have jacked up due to the new product line.
8The price of gasoline has jacked up again.
9The teacher jacked up the student for cheating on the test.
10The politician's opponents were trying to jack him up over the scandal

Phrasal Verb - joining

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To become or cause two or more things to become one or united, especially when this forms a closer union or partnership.
  2. To attend or take part in an event or activity with others, especially for the first time.
  3. To connect two or more electrical circuits or other systems together.

Examples​

No.Example
1The new employees were asked to join the company's health insurance plan.
2Let's join forces to solve this problem.
3Can you join me for dinner tonight?
4The wires need to be joined carefully to prevent any short circuits.
5They joined hands and prayed for peace.
6The two companies have joined their resources to develop a new product.
7The new employees were asked to join the team meeting.
8The two countries have joined efforts to combat climate change.
9The hose needs to be joined to the faucet before water can flow.
10The two teams have joined ranks to face their common enemy.

Phrasal Verb - keeping back

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To prevent someone or something from going or moving forward or continuing. 2. To withhold or retain something, especially money or information. 3. To save or set aside for future use.

Examples​

No.Example
1He kept back the crowd from entering the room.
2The teacher kept back the student for after-school detention.
3She kept back a portion of her salary for savings.
4The president kept back the announcement until the last minute.
5He kept back the letter until he had time to read it carefully.
6The company kept back some profits for investment.
7She kept back her emotions during the interview.
8The police kept back the protesters from marching on the building.
9He kept back a seat for his mother at the concert.
10The coach kept back the best player for the decisive match

Phrasal Verb - Keeping Down

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To prevent someone or something from getting worse or causing trouble, or to maintain a situation or level. This phrasal verb can be used both transitively and intransitively, and can have various meanings depending on the context.

Examples​

No.Example
1The teacher kept the class down after they misbehaved.
2He kept his emotions down during the interview.
3The government is trying to keep inflation down.
4She kept the noise down so her baby could sleep.
5The coach kept the team morale down with his harsh criticisms.
6He kept his cool and kept the situation from getting out of hand.
7The manager kept the project on schedule and kept costs down.
8She kept the secret down for years before finally revealing it.
9They kept the news of the merger down until it was official.
10He kept the ball down and played it to his teammate.

Phrasal Verb - Laying Off

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To dismiss an employee or employees temporarily or permanently due to lack of work or business needs. It can also mean to postpone or delay a project or task. Laying off is often used in the context of business and employment.

Examples​

No.Example
1The company had to lay off 500 workers due to the economic downturn.
2The manager decided to lay off some of the less experienced employees during the restructuring process.
3The construction project was laid off for the winter due to the harsh weather conditions.
4The president of the company announced that they would be laying off employees to reduce costs.
5The project team was laid off after the funding was withdrawn.
6The company laid off its entire sales team due to the lack of sales.
7The union negotiated a severance package for the workers who were laid off.
8The CEO announced that the company would be laying off 10% of its workforce to improve profitability.
9The government program provided funds for companies to lay off workers instead of laying them off permanently.
10The team was laid off until the new project started.