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Phrasal Verb - shoring up

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The action of making something stronger or more secure, often by providing additional support or resources. This phrasal verb can be used in various contexts, including financial, structural, and metaphorical.

Examples​

No.Example
1The government announced new measures to shore up the economy and boost consumer confidence.
2After the storm, homeowners were busy shoring up their houses and repairing the damage.
3To ensure the success of the project, we need to shore up our team with some additional expertise.
4The manager decided to shore up the company's finances by cutting costs and increasing revenue.
5Politicians often promise to shore up social security and other welfare programs for the elderly.
6The athlete's injury forced him to shore up his training regimen and focus on rehabilitation.
7The company's new product was not selling well, so they had to shore up their marketing efforts.
8To shore up morale, the team's coach gave an inspiring pep talk before the big game.
9In order to shore up the foundation of the building, construction workers had to dig deep and lay extra concrete.
10The detective's investigation was focused on shoring up the alibis of the suspects

Phrasal Verb - Clogging up

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

to obstruct or slow something, especially because something else is present in it and does not allow it to function freely or move through it

Examples​

No.Example
1The sink clogged up because someone flushed a piece of cloth accidentally.
2The storm drain clogged up with leaves and debris, causing flooding in the nearby areas.
3If you don't clean the air filter of your car, it will clog up and reduce engine performance.
4The arteries clogged up with fatty deposits, leading to a heart attack.
5The pipe clogged up with ice during the winter, causing the water heater to malfunction.
6If you eat too much sugar, it can clog up your arteries and increase your risk of heart disease.
7The paper towel roll clogged up after I put too many paper towels on it.
8The drains clogged up with grease and food particles from the restaurant kitchen.
9If you don't maintain your car regularly, the engine will clog up with deposits and lose its performance.
10The hole clogged up with mud after the rain, exposing the beautiful waterfall underneath.

Phrasal Verb - Even Out

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

to make something flat or smooth; to flatten or smooth something out; to bring something into balance or proportion; to make something equal or uniform; to calm or soothe something; to eliminate something, especially a problem or difficulty

Examples​

No.Example
1After tweaking the settings, I was able to even out the color balance of the photo.
2The construction worker used a level to even out the ground before laying the new flooring.
3She carefully evened out the top layer of frosting on the cake.
4The teacher asked the students to even out their marks in the controversial debate topic.
5The skier tried to even out her speed going down the challenging slope.
6To fix the leaky faucet, she had to even out the pipe's groove.
7The artist tried to even out the canvas before painting the delicate design.
8Audiologists use techniques to even out the hearing frequencies in auditory training.
9Weightlifters continually practising to even out muscle forces across their bodies and hands.
10Emergency aid teams make an effort to even out satisfaction levels between self-sufficiency and government aid.

Phrasal Verb - Falling Down

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To fall down is a phrasal verb that means to collapse or come crashing down, either physically or metaphorically. It often implies a loss of control, stability, or balance. This verb can be used in various situations, such as a person falling down due to a physical injury, a business falling down due to financial difficulties, or a system falling down due to a technical glitch.

Examples​

No.Example
1The old building could fall down at any moment due to its deteriorating structure.
2The company's profits fell down sharply after the economic crisis.
3The roller coaster rider fell down after the safety bar failed to engage.
4As the patient's blood pressure fell down, the doctor decided to administer medication.
5The tree branch fell down during the storm, causing a power outage.
6The stock market fell down after the company announced its quarterly losses.
7The hiker fell down a steep cliff while trying to reach the top of the mountain.
8The temperature fell down to -20°C, causing the pipes to freeze.
9The parliament fell down after the opposition party withdrew its support.
10The animal fell down a well and had to be rescued by the local fire department.

Phrasal Verb - Filling Up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'fill up' is a verb phrase that means to completely fill a container, such as a tank, a vessel, or a space, with a substance, such as liquid, gas, or air. It can also mean to make something complete or full, often by adding more of something to it. In a broader sense, 'fill up' can mean to consume a large amount of food or drink, especially when stopping at a service station or restaurant.

Examples​

No.Example
1The gas tank in my car is almost empty, I need to fill up at the next station.
2Can you please fill up my water bottle before I go?
3The pipes need to be filled up with antifreeze to prevent them from freezing.
4The pool needs to be filled up with water before we can start swimming.
5I need to fill up my prescription at the pharmacy before I go on vacation.
6The room can be decorated by filling up the shelves with books and decorative objects.
7The museum is filled up with visitors on weekends.
8The road needs to be filled up with sand to improve traction.
9The perfume bottle needs to be filled up to the top after shaking it.
10You need to fill up your gas tank before driving across the desert.

Phrasal Verb - going up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To move or travel to a higher place or level, usually in a vehicle such as a lift or an escalator.
  2. To increase or rise in amount, price, or degree.
  3. To start or begin, often in a sudden or unexpected way.
  4. To agree or consent to something, often reluctantly.

Examples​

No.Example
1The elevator went up to the 10th floor.
2Prices for houses in this area have gone up significantly in the last year.
3Suddenly, the temperature went up, and everyone took off their jackets.
4I didn't want to go out, but my friends managed to go up and convince me.
5The budget deficit went up by $10 billion this year.
6The sun went up early this morning.
7The construction site went up in just a few months.
8My alarm clock goes up at 6 a.m. every day.
9The value of stocks went up after the good news was announced.
10The tension went up between the two teams during the game

Phrasal Verb - building (something) from the ground up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Starting the construction or development of something from the beginning, often implying a complete and thorough process, and creating it from scratch.

Examples​

No.Example
1The company was founded in 2000 and we've been growing it from the ground up ever since.
2They decided to sell their house and start a new life, building a home from the ground up.
3The new CEO promised to turn around the struggling business by building it up from the ground up.
4They are planning to build a new school from the ground up, with state-of-the-art facilities.
5After the hurricane, the community came together to rebuild their town from the ground up.
6The architect presented his vision for a sustainable city, which they would build from the ground up.
7The entrepreneur started his business from scratch and grew it up into a multimillion-dollar corporation.
8They had to rebuild their relationship from the ground up after the argument.
9The chef created a new dish, starting with fresh ingredients and building it up layer by layer.
10The team was determined to build their project up into a successful venture.

Phrasal Verb - hanging together

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To cooperate or agree with each other, to be harmonious or consistent. 2. To remain functional or intact, to stay in one piece. 3. To support or hold something up.

Examples​

No.Example
1The team members hung together during the tough competition.
2Despite their differences, the siblings hung together throughout their lives.
3The old roof was hanging together, but it needed to be replaced.
4The paintings in the museum were hung together based on their historical significance.
5The new building was hung together using modern construction techniques.
6The family tree hung together, revealing the complex relationships between relatives.
7The group of hikers hung together, sharing food and water during their journey.
8The employees hung together during the company's financial crisis.
9The pieces of the puzzle hung together, forming a complete picture.
10The curtains were hung together using coordinating rods and rings.

Phrasal Verb - Holding Up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To delay or prevent something from happening or being done, often by obstructing or showing resistance. 2. To maintain or support something, such as a position or an argument.

Examples​

No.Example
1The protesters held up the construction project for several days.
2He held up the book to hide his face.
3She held up her end of the bargain.
4The traffic jam held up our progress.
5The detective held up a sketch of the suspect.
6The students held up a protest against the new policy.
7He held up his hand for a moment of silence.
8The manager held up a meeting to discuss the project.
9They held up their teammates when they were down.
10The artist held up a mirror to society.

Phrasal Verb - Breaking Off

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'break off' carries multiple distinct meanings, primarily revolving around separation or termination. Firstly, it means to separate a part from a whole, often by force or abruptly, such as when a branch breaks off a tree or a piece of a material detaches. Secondly, and very commonly, it signifies the act of ending a relationship, an agreement, negotiations, or a communication suddenly and often permanently. This can apply to personal relationships (like an engagement), diplomatic ties, business deals, or formal discussions. Thirdly, it can mean to stop speaking, an activity, or a task abruptly, usually without completion or explanation. Lastly, it can be used reflexively to describe something becoming detached or disengaged from a larger object or entity on its own.

Examples​

No.Example
1She decided to break off her engagement after realizing they had irreconcilable differences.
2The two countries threatened to break off diplomatic relations over the escalating border dispute.
3A small chunk of ice broke off the glacier and plunged into the sea.
4He had to break off his phone call when his flight was called for boarding.
5The car company decided to break off negotiations with the union after failing to reach an agreement.
6Please be careful not to break off the delicate ceramic handle from the teapot.
7She started to explain the complex procedure but then suddenly broke off, seemingly lost in thought.
8The old lock broke off the gate when I tried to force it open.
9The government plans to break off funding for the controversial research project next year.
10They had to break off the search for the missing hiker due to the severe approaching storm.