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Phrasal Verb - letting off

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To allow someone to go or leave, especially after detaining them or keeping them waiting. 2. To release something, especially a gas or steam, suddenly and in a large quantity. 3. To excuse or pardon someone for a mistake or misbehavior. 4. To express emotions, especially anger, by using strong language or actions. 5. To relax and enjoy oneself, often after a period of hard work or stress.

Examples​

No.Example
1The police let off the driver with a warning after finding him speeding.
2The factory let off a large plume of smoke into the sky.
3My boss let me off early because I had a doctor's appointment.
4After the argument, John let off some steam by hitting a punching bag.
5The students let off balloons to celebrate their graduation.
6The teacher let the class off for recess.
7The fireworks let off a loud bang, startling the crowd.
8The prisoners were let off on parole after serving their sentences.
9The dog let off a foul odor when it farted.
10After a long day at work, I let myself off and watched a movie.

Phrasal Verb - Blowing Out

· 3 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb "blow out" carries multiple distinct meanings depending on its context. Primarily, it signifies the act of extinguishing a flame, such as a candle, match, or a small fire, by expelling air forcefully. Secondly, it refers to the sudden and often violent bursting or puncturing of something, typically a tire or a pipe, due to excessive pressure or wear, leading to a rapid loss of its contents or integrity. In competitive settings, particularly in sports, to "blow out" an opponent means to defeat them decisively and overwhelmingly, often by a significant margin. Less commonly, it can also describe the forceful expulsion of something (like air, water, or dust) from an enclosed space or device. Furthermore, in an informal sense, it can sometimes imply spending a large amount of money or celebrating an event in a lavish and extravagant manner, though this usage often appears with additional prepositions or context.

Examples​

No.Example
1She made a wish before blowing out all twenty candles on her birthday cake.
2The sudden strong gust of wind blew out the small campfire, leaving only embers.
3We were driving on the highway when the front right tire blew out, forcing us to pull over immediately.
4The home team completely blew out their rivals in the final quarter, winning by an astonishing 30 points.
5He had to blow out the dust from the old camera lens before taking any pictures.
6Don't forget to blow out the pilot light on the water heater if you're going away for a long time.
7The old, rusty pipe couldn't handle the increased water pressure and eventually blew out, flooding the basement.
8The boxer delivered a powerful punch that almost blew out his opponent's mouthpiece.
9During the intense storm, the strong winds blew out several windows in the abandoned building.
10They decided to blow out the last of their travel budget on a luxurious farewell dinner.