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Phrasal Verb - pushing on

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To continue with an effort or task, often in the face of difficulties or obstacles. This phrasal verb refers to persisting or making progress despite challenges.

Examples​

No.Example
1Despite the heavy rain, the construction workers pushed on with their project.
2After the long journey, the hikers pushed on to reach the summit.
3The athlete pushed on through the pain to win the race.
4The students pushed on with their studies, even though they found the material difficult.
5The explorers pushed on into the unknown territory, determined to discover new lands.
6The sales team pushed on to meet their quota, making call after call.
7The chef pushed on with the preparation of the meal, despite the power outage.
8The scientists pushed on with their research, despite the lack of funding.
9The firefighters pushed on to put out the flames, risking their own safety.
10The entrepreneur pushed on with his business, despite the initial failures.

Phrasal Verb - Go after

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To pursue or chase someone or something, to take action against someone or something, to start or continue doing something after someone or something else has finished or failed to do it.

Examples​

No.Example
1The police went after the car thief and managed to catch him.
2If you go after a dream, you may never know what you're truly capable of.
3John went after the ball, but his opponent got to it first.
4After the accident, the insurance company went after the driver for damages.
5The new employee went after the project with enthusiasm.
6I'll go after you if you don't pay back the money you owe me.
7The teacher went after the misbehaving student in front of the class.
8The company went after a new marketing strategy after their old one failed.
9The dog went after the squirrel and chased it up the tree.
10The chef went after the recipe, determined to perfect the dish.

Phrasal Verb - Going on (phrasal verb)

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

Image illustrating the verb Going on (phrasal verb)

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Definition​

  1. To continue doing something or to keep happening.
  2. To progress or develop further.
  3. To start or attend an event or activity, especially one that is already in progress.

Examples​

No.Example
1She went on studying late into the night.
2Despite the rain, we went on with our picnic.
3The speaker went on for hours without pausing.
4Can I go on in the interview, please?
5The accident went on for several hours.
6Let's go on a hike in the forest.
7The party went on until dawn.
8He went on to become a successful businessman.
9Go on, have another slice of cake.
10The investigation went on for months.

Phrasal Verb - growing on

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'grow on' means that a situation or problem continues to exist or develop, often despite efforts to stop it or find a solution. It can also mean that someone becomes accustomed to or accepts a situation or condition.

Examples​

No.Example
1The noise of the construction site next door was growing on me.
2Despite our best efforts, the problem with the software continued to grow on.
3I've grown on this new diet and I actually enjoy the meals now.
4The unpleasant smell of the garbage was growing on the neighborhood.
5The sales pitch grew on me and I found myself considering buying the product.
6The sun grew on my skin as I lay on the beach.
7The new employee was still making mistakes, but his colleagues had grown on him.
8The old tradition of painting the town red on New Year's Eve was growing on.
9The popularity of the new restaurant was growing on the city.
10The damage caused by the storm was growing on the community.