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Phrasal Verb - Running on (phrasal verb)

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To continue operating or functioning, especially despite difficulties or challenges.
  2. To be able to support or sustain someone or something.
  3. To be in a state where one is able to perform at a certain level, often due to the presence of a necessary resource or condition.

Examples​

No.Example
1The old car was running on fumes when it finally broke down.
2Despite his injury, the athlete was running on adrenaline during the race.
3The factory was running on a skeleton crew during the pandemic.
4The new software is running on Windows 10.
5The train was running on time.
6The project was running on a tight budget.
7The company was running on overtime to meet the deadline.
8The engine was running hot.
9The city was running on emergency power after the blackout.
10The student was running on nerves during the exam.

Phrasal Verb - sailing through

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To complete a task or process easily and smoothly, often without encountering any difficulties or obstacles. This phrasal verb is derived from the nautical term 'to sail through' which means to pass through a body of water without stopping.

Examples​

No.Example
1Despite the complex project, the team was able to sail through it in record time.
2The interview went well and the candidate sailed through the selection process.
3The new employee sailed through her training and was ready for her first assignment.
4The sales team sailed through their targets for the quarter.
5The students sailed through their exams with excellent grades.
6The crisis was handled smoothly and the company sailed through it.
7The project manager was pleased that the team sailed through the challenges.
8The musician sailed through the audition and was offered a recording contract.
9The patient sailed through the surgery and recovered quickly.
10The travelers sailed through the customs checkpoint with ease.

Phrasal Verb - Scooping Up

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Scooping up is a phrasal verb meaning to quickly gather or collect a large amount of something, often with the use of one's hands or a tool. This phrase can also refer to seizing an opportunity or information before others do.

Examples​

No.Example
1The children were scooping up leaves and making piles in the park.
2The construction workers were scooping up gravel to pave the road.
3The detective was able to scoop up crucial evidence at the crime scene.
4The sales manager scooped up several new clients during the conference.
5The lifeguard quickly scooped up the child who had fallen into the pool.
6The researcher was scooped up by a rival company with a better offer.
7The journalist was scooped up by the police for questioning.
8The chef was scooping up the pasta from the pot with a ladle.
9The archaeologist was scooping up soil to search for artifacts.
10The gardener was scooping up compost to enrich the soil.

Phrasal Verb - Selling off

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Selling off is a phrasal verb that means to dispose of something, especially assets or property, quickly and often in large quantities. This can be done through various methods such as auctions, tender processes, or private sales.

Examples​

No.Example
1The government is selling off its shares in the nationalized industries.
2After the death of her husband, she had to sell off their house and other assets to pay off his debts.
3The company is selling off its surplus inventory to clear space for new products.
4The government is selling off public land to developers, despite protests from the local community.
5The bank is selling off non-performing loans to recovery agencies.
6The city council is selling off old buildings to property developers.
7The company is selling off its subsidiaries to focus on its core business.
8The museum is selling off some of its less popular exhibits to raise funds.
9The collector is selling off his entire collection at an auction.
10The government is selling off shares in nationalized industries to raise funds for social programs.

Phrasal Verb - selling out

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To sell all of one's supply of a product or resource. 2. To betray one's principles or values for financial gain or popularity. 3. To be in great demand and sell quickly, often exceeding the available supply.

Examples​

No.Example
1The concert tickets sold out in less than an hour.
2The limited edition sneakers sold out within minutes of being released.
3Despite his strong convictions, the politician sold out to the big corporations for financial gain.
4The artist's exhibition sold out every day, drawing large crowds.
5The popular restaurant sells out of its signature dish every night.
6The bookstore owner was thrilled when the latest bestseller sold out in a single day.
7The band's concert tour sold out in record time, with fans clamoring for tickets.
8The city park sells out during the summer months, with families bringing picnic baskets and blankets.
9The art collector's auction sold out, bringing in millions of dollars.
10The football game sold out, with fans traveling from all over the country to attend

Phrasal Verb - Sending Out

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'send out' refers to making something, such as an announcement, message, or product, available to others or making it go to a specific destination. It can also mean to formally or officially approve or authorize something.

Examples​

No.Example
1The company sent out a press release announcing their new product.
2John's boss sent out an email to all employees with the new policies.
3Can you send out the invitations for the party?
4The post office sent out thousands of letters every day.
5The fire department sent out a warning about the dangerous weather conditions.
6The manager sent out an order for all employees to come to the meeting room.
7The school sent out a letter to parents explaining the new dress code.
8The police sent out a call for volunteers to help in the search.
9The ambulance sent out a signal for other vehicles to move over.
10The committee sent out a proposal for the new project to potential investors.

Phrasal Verb - Setting Back

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Set back means to delay or postpone an event or progress. It can also mean to move something back or restore something to a previous state. This phrasal verb can be used both literally and figuratively.

Examples​

No.Example
1I was looking forward to my vacation, but a family emergency set back my plans.
2The construction project was set back due to unexpected weather conditions.
3John's poor performance at work set back his chances for a promotion.
4The accident set back the train schedule by several hours.
5I accidentally set back the clock on my alarm clock last night.
6The company had to set back its expansion plans due to financial difficulties.
7The unexpected news set back my mood for the rest of the day.
8The chef set back the pasta to allow the sauce to absorb into it fully.
9The storm set back the progress of the cleanup efforts.
10The teacher set back the textbook to review the previous chapter's material

Phrasal Verb - shutting down

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To cause something, especially a machine or system, to stop functioning or operating, typically in a deliberate and permanent way.
  2. To bring an activity or event to an end, especially abruptly or suddenly.
  3. To prevent access to a website, service, or application.

Examples​

No.Example
1The factory will be shutting down for the holidays.
2I'm sorry, we're going to have to shut down the project due to lack of funding.
3The airline had to shut down all flights during the volcanic ash cloud.
4The government has shut down the border to prevent the spread of the disease.
5The power plant was shutting down for routine maintenance.
6The server was shutting down for the night.
7The company's CEO decided to shut down the unprofitable division.
8The police shut down the illegal gambling operation.
9The government shut down all non-essential services during the crisis.
10The school principal shut down the assembly due to bad weather.

Phrasal Verb - signing away

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To officially transfer or convey ownership, control, or responsibility of something, usually by signing a document or agreement.

Examples​

No.Example
1The new CEO signed away the company's assets to the buyers.
2After weeks of negotiations, the politicians finally signed away the peace treaty.
3The father signed away his parental rights to his ex-wife.
4The homeowner signed away the deed to the property to the bank.
5The athlete signed away his earnings to his agent.
6The CEO signed away the contract with the new supplier.
7The landlord signed away the lease to the new tenants.
8The president signed away executive orders throughout his term.
9The witness signed away her statement in court.
10The debtor signed away his debts in bankruptcy.

Phrasal Verb - sizing up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

to carefully assess or evaluate a situation, person, or thing in order to determine its value, worth, or potential; to form an opinion or make a judgment based on careful observation and consideration

Examples​

No.Example
1The sales manager spent hours sizing up the competition before making any major decisions.
2After sizing up the market, the entrepreneur decided to launch her new product.
3The detective took his time to size up the suspect before questioning him.
4The team captain sized up the opposition before deciding on the game plan.
5The investor spent months sizing up the market before making any investments.
6The real estate agent took the time to size up the property before making an offer.
7The judge sized up the defendant before delivering his verdict.
8The employer sized up the applicant before extending a job offer.
9The negotiator sized up the other party before making any concessions.
10The athlete sized up the competition before entering the ring