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Phrasal Verb - pushing for

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To insist strongly that something be done or that a decision be made.
  2. To encourage or promote something actively.
  3. To attempt to move or force something, especially a heavy object, with continuous effort.

Examples​

No.Example
1He's been pushing for a raise for months.
2The sales team is pushing for a new marketing strategy.
3She's pushing for reforms in the education system.
4Can you help me push this car?
5The protesters are pushing for change.
6The manager is pushing for an early deadline.
7He's pushing for more investment in renewable energy.
8The students are pushing for more funding for schools.
9She's pushing for a better work-life balance.
10The team is pushing for a win in the final match.

Phrasal Verb - pushing out

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To force something or someone out or away, usually by applying pressure or making an effort. This phrasal verb can also mean to make something known or to bring it into existence.

Examples​

No.Example
1The baby was pushing out in the delivery room.
2The protesters were pushing out against the police line.
3He pushed out his chest to look more intimidating.
4The new product is expected to push out the old one.
5She pushed out her ideas in the meeting.
6The storm pushed out the boat onto the shore.
7The company is pushing out a new advertising campaign.
8He pushed out his hand for a handshake.
9The sun was pushing out the last of the clouds.
10The manager pushed out the underperforming employees.

Phrasal Verb - putting through

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To help or support someone or something to succeed or be accepted, often by using one's influence or authority. This phrasal verb can also mean to complete a process or procedure.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'll put your name through to the hiring manager.
2Can you put this proposal through the approval process as soon as possible?
3He put his daughter through college with the money he earned from his business.
4The sales team put the new product through its paces during testing.
5She put him through a rigorous training program.
6We need to put this project through before the deadline.
7The mayor put the new traffic laws through a public hearing.
8I'll put you in touch with the right person to help you.
9The company put the employee through a series of interviews.
10The team put their best effort through to win the game.

Phrasal Verb - racking up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To accumulate or collect something, often debts or charges, over a period of time.
  2. To make progress or achieve success in a particular area, often by working hard or making significant efforts.

Examples​

No.Example
1He racked up a large debt on his credit card during his travels.
2The sales team racked up impressive numbers last quarter.
3The football team racked up several wins in a row.
4She racked up many frequent flyer miles this year.
5He racked up a lot of experience in the tech industry.
6They racked up expenses during their week-long vacation.
7The company racked up record profits last year.
8The team racked up points in the league standings.
9He racked up several awards for his acting skills.
10She racked up an impressive resume before graduating college

Phrasal Verb - Raking Over

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To thoroughly examine or discuss (a past event or issue) in order to criticize, reopen wounds, or find fault. This phrase refers to going over something meticulously and bringing up old and potentially unpleasant details.

Examples​

No.Example
1The media is raking over the scandal, bringing up old allegations against the politician.
2I don't want to rake over the past; I'd rather focus on the future.
3The defense lawyer tried to rake over the evidence to prove the defendant's innocence.
4The family reunion was ruined when one member started raking over old grudges.
5The investigators raked over every detail of the crime scene.
6The ex-employees raked over the company's mismanagement during the deposition.
7The journalist was criticized for raking over the tragic accident in her article.
8The professor raked over the exam answers to ensure fairness and accuracy.
9The manager raked over the project plans during the weekly meeting.
10The detective raked over the evidence to find a link between the suspects

Phrasal Verb - Ramming Down

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To forcefully or aggressively push or impose something, often against resistance. This phrasal verb is derived from the verb 'ram' meaning to forcefully push or shove, and 'down' indicating the direction of the action.

Examples​

No.Example
1He tried to ram down the new policy despite opposition from the employees.
2The salesman was determined to ram down the deal, offering discounts and incentives.
3The bulldozer rammed down the old building to make way for the new construction.
4The coach rammed down the plays, insisting that the team memorize every detail.
5She tried to ram down her ideas during the meeting, interrupting others to get her point across.
6The protestors tried to ram down the gates of the embassy, demanding an audience with the ambassador.
7The police officer rammed down the suspect's car, ending the high-speed chase.
8The construction team was ordered to ram down the walls to make the building safer.
9The CEO was determined to ram down the merger, despite objections from shareholders.
10The chef rammed down the garlic, releasing its flavor and aroma.

Phrasal Verb - Rising Above

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To overcome obstacles or difficulties and achieve success despite adversity or opposition. This phrasal verb can also mean to outperform or surpass others in a particular area.

Examples​

No.Example
1Despite facing numerous challenges, she managed to rise above and graduate at the top of her class.
2He rose above his fears and asked for a promotion during the annual performance reviews.
3The new CEO rose above the internal politics and implemented significant changes to the company.
4The underdog team rose above their opponents and won the championship.
5The athlete, despite being injured, continued to train and eventually rose above his injury to win the gold medal.
6The company faced intense competition but managed to rise above and maintain its market share.
7She rose above the negativity and continued to pursue her dreams.
8Despite the economic downturn, the business continued to rise above and expand.
9The student rose above the distractions and focused on his studies.
10The team rose above their mistakes and went on to win the championship.

Phrasal Verb - roping in

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To involve or persuade someone to join or participate in an activity or project, often unwillingly or unexpectedly.
  2. To wait for an opportunity to arise or take advantage of a situation to achieve a desired outcome.
  3. To deceive or manipulate someone into doing something.

Examples​

No.Example
1The company is roping in new employees for the upcoming project.
2The salesman roped us into buying an expensive package.
3I was roped in to help with the charity event.
4The politician was roped in for a corruption scandal.
5The team roped in the expert for advice on the project.
6He tried to rope me into his scheme but I refused.
7The company is roping in customers with a special offer.
8The event organizer roped in celebrities to attract more attendees.
9The team roped in the new recruit for the important task.
10The politician was roped in to give a speech at the conference.

Phrasal Verb - Rounding Up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Rounding up is a phrasal verb meaning to estimate or approximate a number, quantity, or amount, usually by increasing it slightly to the next highest figure. It is often used when dealing with large numbers or when it is impractical or impossible to determine the exact number.

Examples​

No.Example
1The sales team rounded up their estimates to reach the company's revenue target.
2The construction project was expected to cost around $10 million, but the final cost was rounded up to $12 million.
3The weather report predicted a 30% chance of rain, but the pilot decided to round up and divert the flight to the nearest airport.
4The company's financial report showed a loss of $50,000, but the accountants rounded up to $60,000 to account for unforeseen expenses.
5The project manager asked the team to round up their time sheets to the nearest hour to simplify the payroll process.
6The scientists rounded up the data to the nearest millimeter for their statistical analysis.
7The delivery company rounded up the weight of the packages to the nearest kilogram to make the shipping calculations easier.
8The bank rounded up the interest earned on my account to the nearest cent.
9The survey showed that 60% of respondents preferred option A, but the researchers rounded up to 65% to account for potential errors.
10The tax office rounded up the tax owed to the nearest dollar.

Phrasal Verb - Running down

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To search for information or details about something, typically by asking questions or making inquiries.
  2. To cause something to move or operate by pressing a button or pulling a switch.

Examples​

No.Example
1I need to run down some details about the project with my team.
2Could you run down the steps to make a cup of tea, please?
3The salesman ran down the features of the new product.
4The car wouldn't start, so we had to run it down to jump-start the battery.
5Let me run down the list of attendees for the conference.
6The teacher asked a student to run down the homework assignments.
7The detective ran down every lead in the case.
8The tour guide ran down the history of the monument.
9The CEO ran down the company's financial situation to the board.
10The bartender ran down the specials for the night.