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Phrasal Verb - Rigging Up

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To prepare or set up equipment, especially illegally or in secret, often with the implication of deceit or fraud. This phrasal verb can also mean to install or assemble something, often in a makeshift or temporary way.

Examples​

No.Example
1The smugglers rigged up their boat with hidden compartments to transport contraband.
2The campers rigged up their tent in the forest clearing.
3The burglars rigged up a complicated system of wires and mirrors to avoid detection.
4The fishermen rigged up their fishing rods with bait and hooks.
5The inventor rigged up a homemade rocket for his backyard experiment.
6The pranksters rigged up a fake car accident to scare their friends.
7The construction workers rigged up a crane to lift heavy materials.
8The sailors rigged up their sails to catch the wind.
9The fireworks team rigged up the display for the town fair.
10The hikers rigged up their backpacks with camping gear and supplies.

Phrasal Verb - Ripping Off

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To take something, especially money, dishonestly or by force from someone, especially when they are not aware of it.
  2. To sell something at an excessively high price, cheating or defrauding the buyer.
  3. To duplicate, imitate, or plagiarize someone's work, ideas, or creations without permission.

Examples​

No.Example
1He was ripped off by a taxi driver who charged him double the fare.
2The company was accused of ripping off customers by selling defective products.
3The artist was upset when her painting was ripped off and sold as someone else's work.
4The car dealership was sued for ripping off consumers with false advertising.
5The employees were angry when the CEO ripped off bonuses from their salaries.
6The singer's new album was criticized for ripping off the sound of an older band.
7The student was ripped off by the tutor, who demanded extra payment for unneeded lessons.
8The actor was devastated when he discovered his lines had been ripped off by another actor.
9The company was fined for ripping off retirees with high-interest loans.
10The chef was accused of ripping off a rival restaurant's signature dish.

Phrasal Verb - roping in

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To involve or persuade someone to join or participate in an activity or project, often unwillingly or unexpectedly.
  2. To wait for an opportunity to arise or take advantage of a situation to achieve a desired outcome.
  3. To deceive or manipulate someone into doing something.

Examples​

No.Example
1The company is roping in new employees for the upcoming project.
2The salesman roped us into buying an expensive package.
3I was roped in to help with the charity event.
4The politician was roped in for a corruption scandal.
5The team roped in the expert for advice on the project.
6He tried to rope me into his scheme but I refused.
7The company is roping in customers with a special offer.
8The event organizer roped in celebrities to attract more attendees.
9The team roped in the new recruit for the important task.
10The politician was roped in to give a speech at the conference.

Phrasal Verb - Seeing Through

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To understand or perceive the true nature of a situation or a person's intentions, often by looking beyond the surface or deceptive appearances.
  2. To scrutinize or examine something very carefully, often to find hidden flaws or inconsistencies.

Examples​

No.Example
1I could see through her excuses and knew she was lying.
2The detective saw through the criminal's disguise.
3The team manager saw through the new hire's lack of experience.
4The quality control team saw through the defects in the product.
5The politician's opponent saw through his empty promises.
6The artist saw through the canvas to create a masterpiece.
7The hiker saw through the dense forest to spot the waterfall.
8The investigator saw through the alibis and arrested the suspect.
9The teacher saw through the student's reluctance to reveal his knowledge.
10The historian saw through the myths and uncovered the truth

Phrasal Verb - Going back on (someone or something)

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To withdraw or retract a previous commitment, promise, or support, often after it has become inconvenient or disadvantageous to do so.
  2. To betray or deceive someone, often after having given them assurances of loyalty or trust.
  3. To return to a previous state or condition, often after making progress or improvement.

Examples​

No.Example
1He went back on his word and didn't show up for the meeting.
2After initial support for the proposal, the committee went back on their decision.
3The company went back on its promise to provide better working conditions.
4Despite his promises, he went back on his commitment to quit smoking.
5She went back on her word and started spreading rumors about her colleague.
6He went back on his promise to help her move and left her stranded.
7The team went back on their strategy and switched to a more defensive approach.
8Despite his apologies, she felt he had gone back on his promise to change.
9The economy went back on its growth trajectory and entered a recession.
10After a brief fling, she went back on her decision to end the relationship.

Phrasal Verb - jerking-around

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To waste time or energy on unimportant or trivial matters. 2. To deceive, manipulate, or cause confusion for someone, often for amusement or entertainment. 3. To move or cause something to move suddenly or violently.

Examples​

No.Example
1He's been jerking around all day, never getting anything done.
2Don't jerk around with me, tell me the truth.
3The driver jerked the car to a halt, startling the passengers.
4Stop jerking around and focus on your studies.
5The kids were jerking each other around, trying to scare one another.
6Jerking around the steering wheel won't help you drive better.
7He jerked the rope to pull the cart, but it didn't budge.
8The roller coaster jerked and jolted as it climbed the first hill.
9The salesman jerked us around, promising discounts that didn't exist.
10The comedian jerked around the audience, trying to get a reaction