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Phrasal Verb - Make Into

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Make into is a phrasal verb phrase used to describe the process of converting or transforming something into something else. It implies a change in form, function, or nature. This phrasal verb is often used in contexts where a transformation is necessary or desired.

Examples​

No.Example
1They have to make the wood into a usable material for building.
2The chef learned how to make pizza dough into various different shapes.
3The scientists made the liquid into a gas by applying heat.
4The company made the old factory into a modern office building.
5The artist made the clay into a delicate porcelain vase.
6They have to make the old computer into a tablet for easier use.
7The designer made the fabric into a fashionable dress.
8The biochemists made the cells into a viable source of stem cells.
9The architect made the sketches into detailed blueprints.
10The customer made the retailer change the product into a custom option.

Phrasal Verb - Masking Off

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To mask off is a phrasal verb that means to cover or conceal something completely, often with a physical barrier, so that it becomes hidden or invisible. This can be done for various reasons such as protection, preservation, or concealment. It involves applying a substance, material, or object to cover the area, often using techniques like painting, tape, or board to prevent access or visibility.

Examples​

No.Example
1The builder masked off the area with a tarp to prevent debris from entering the house.
2The artist masked off the model's skin with layers of oil paint to create a realistic effect.
3The doctor masked off the teeth with a special gel to analyze them before the dental surgery.
4Construction workers masked off the road to ensure caution and minimize dust during the renovations.
5The technician masked off the electrical components to repair them safely.
6The store masked off the shelf with a protective border to conceal broken glass.
7The scientists masked off a section of the lab to contain a hazardous experiment.
8The parent masked off the dark corners of the child's room with tape to create a playground.
9The painter masked off the cutouts of the old furniture to protect them from paint spills.
10The hippopotamus rolled the water's mask off in the hot sun.

Phrasal Verb - picking over

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To go through something, such as a culinary or natural resource, methodically and carefully, often in a way that implies a lack of thoroughness or a focus on finding the most valuable or desirable parts.

Examples​

No.Example
1She began to pick over the remains of the harvest to see what was still edible.
2The chef pick over the fresh fish to determine which ones to cookWhole-service.
3Engineers pick over abandoned mines to identify and repair hazardous areas.
4They pick over the new shipment of electronics, searching for defective products.
5Before trying the new recipe, I pick over the ingredients to make sure I haven't missed anything.
6These painters pick over ceilings to ensure that no surface remains uncleaned.
7With patience, they pick over the wreckage to extract goods.
8The adjuster pick over neighborhood property to remove damaged house sights
9Shopping coordination depends heavily on being careful with missing elements—the quality we associate with quality specialists pick over market flaws contributing the buildings demands.
10Regularly, dairy directors pick over cheese cretam despite the techniques involved.

Phrasal Verb - Prising open

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To use a lot of force or effort to open something by pulling it apart, especially by using a tool like a crowbar. This phrasal verb is often used to describe a situation where it is difficult to open something, and a significant amount of force is required. It can also be used in a figurative sense, where it describes the act of discovering or revealing something that has been hidden or difficult to understand.

Examples​

No.Example
1"I had to prise open the stuck drawer to retrieve my favorite pen."
2"The fireman struggled to prise open the locked door to rescue the trapped family."
3"The chef had to prise open the tight packaging to get to the fresh ingredients."
4"The detective had to prise open the suspect's alibi to uncover the truth behind the crime."
5"The astronauts had to prise open the sealed container to access the spare parts in space."
6"The mechanic had to prise open the stuck fuel line to fix the car's engine."
7"The archaeologist had to prise open the treasure chest to reveal the ancient artifacts."
8"The teacher had to prise open the students' minds to understand the abstract concepts in math."
9"The engineer had to prise open the sealed environment to test the new ventilation system."
10"The patient had to prise open their mouth to receive the uncomfortable medical procedure."

Phrasal Verb - Proping Up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Prop up is a phrasal verb used to describe the act of supporting something, often in a physical sense, so that it does not fall or collapse. It can also be used metaphorically to describe providing emotional or financial support to a person, organization, or idea. In both cases, the object being supported remains in a stable state thanks to the intervention.

Examples​

No.Example
1Can you prop up the ladder so it doesn't lean against the wall?
2The company had to prop up its struggling subsidiary with significant investment.
3She likes to prop up her chair with a pillow to get comfortable.
4The tent was propped up by metal stakes to prevent it from collapsing in the storm.
5The government had to prop up the failing economy with a massive stimulus package.
6He likes to prop up his laptop with a stack of books to get it at the perfect viewing angle.
7The bridge was propped up by temporary supports after being damaged in the earthquake.
8The nurse will prop up the patient's arm to prevent injury and aid recovery.
9The research project was propped up by funding from a foreign organization.
10The car was propped up by a steel jack while the tire was being changed.

Phrasal Verb - putting together

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To assemble or construct something, especially from several parts or components. 2. To arrange or coordinate things so that they work effectively as a whole, often implying the use of effort, skill, or ingenuity.

Examples​

No.Example
1I spent the whole afternoon putting together a flat-pack bookshelf.
2The team worked together to put the project together on time.
3Can you help me put the puzzle together?
4The chef put the ingredients together to make a delicious meal.
5We need to put our efforts together if we want to succeed.
6The detective put the pieces of the case together to solve the mystery.
7The manager put the new employees through a training program to put them together as a team.
8The mechanic put the engine together after the repair.
9The children put their toys together to play a game.
10The architect put the plans together to build the house.

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 - Sanding Down

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To smooth out rough surfaces or edges by rubbing them with sand or a sanding tool. This phrasal verb can also metaphorically mean to make something less harsh or extreme.

Examples​

No.Example
1I need to sand down the edges of this table before painting it.
2The builder suggested sanding down the rough patches on the wall before applying the plaster.
3After an argument, they decided to sand down their harsh words and apologize.
4The sculptor spent hours sanding down the marble to give it a smooth finish.
5The sandpaper was too rough, so I had to sand down the surface more gently.
6The sanding process revealed some hidden imperfections that needed to be repaired.
7We sanded down the old floorboards to prepare them for the new finish.
8The coach asked the team to sand down their aggressive tactics and focus on teamwork.
9The sanding process generated a lot of dust, so we had to wear masks.
10The sanding machine made quick work of smoothing out the large surface.

Phrasal Verb - Scooping Up

· 2 min read
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 - 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