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Phrasal Verb - Pining for

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Pine for is a phrasal verb that means to feel a strong sentiment of longing or yearning for something or someone, often to the point of melancholy or nostalgia. It can be used to describe a deep emotional desire or a persistent and often unfulfilled wish.

Examples​

No.Example
1I've been pining for a chance to travel the world since I was a teenager.
2She's been pining for her ex-boyfriend and can't stop thinking about him.
3The lost loved one has been pining for a reunion of families.
4Many have been pining for the older version of video game since the new version came out.
5Personally, I have been pining for a very clear sunny day this whole week.
6The people in the small town had been pineing for the return of travel in the area.
7Many young adults pine for fame on the social media.
8The tourists have been pining for a fun experience in the party city.
9My grandmother has been pining for the taste of her mother's homemade bread.
10A lot of children play video games so they can be transformed into their characters to avoid pining for characters once as real living others.

Phrasal Verb - Putting Away

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To save or store something for future use, usually implying that the action is being done now to prepare for a later time.
  2. To finish or complete something, often implying that it is being moved from a current location or state to a permanent or final one.

Examples​

No.Example
1I need to put away the groceries before they go bad.
2After finishing the project, she put away her tools.
3Let's put away the dishes before we watch a movie.
4We should put away some money each month for retirement.
5He put away his emotions and focused on the task at hand.
6The children were told to put away their toys before bedtime.
7I'll put away the leftovers for later.
8The company put away a large profit this quarter.
9She put away her fears and faced the challenge.
10We need to put away the ladder after using it.

Phrasal Verb - qualm_over

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To express uneasiness, doubt, or hesitation about a decision or a situation, often leading to reconsideration or withdrawal. This phrasal verb implies a strong emotional response and a potential change of heart.

Examples​

No.Example
1Despite her initial excitement, she began to qualm over the idea of moving to a new city.
2The investor qualified over his decision to sell his stocks when he saw their market value rising.
3The bride qualmover her decision to elope when her family intervened.
4The politician qualified over his past statements during a debate, leading to public scrutiny.
5The employee qualmover her resignation when offered a better position within the company.
6The hiker qualmover starting the trek when he saw the storm approaching.
7The buyer qualmover the purchase of the house when the inspection revealed major issues.
8The manager qualmover the decision to fire an employee after considering alternative solutions.
9The passenger qualmover boarding the plane when she heard about turbulence in the forecast.
10The artist qualmover exhibiting her work when she received negative feedback from critics.

Phrasal Verb - reining in

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To control or restrict the actions, behaviors, or impulses of someone or something, especially when they are becoming excessive or unproductive. It implies bringing something under control or bringing it back to a normal or desired state.

Examples​

No.Example
1The manager had to rein in her employees' excessive spending.
2The government is trying to rein in inflation.
3His wild behavior made it necessary for his friends to rein him in.
4The company had to rein in its marketing budget due to financial difficulties.
5The coach had to rein in the team's aggression during the game.
6She was able to rein in her emotions during the presentation.
7The police were called in to rein in the rioters.
8The board of directors had to rein in the CEO's ambitious plans.
9The teacher had to rein in the class during the field trip.
10The government is trying to rein in the use of plastic bags to reduce environmental damage.

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

Phrasal Verb - growing apart

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

This phrasal verb means that two people or things are gradually becoming more distant or disconnected from each other, often emotionally or socially. It suggests a gradual drifting apart that can lead to a complete separation.

Examples​

No.Example
1Despite their initial strong bond, John and Mary grew apart as they focused on their careers.
2The couple grew apart after their child left for college.
3The once-close friends grew apart due to their differing political views.
4As the years passed, the siblings grew apart and barely spoke.
5The new technology grew apart from the old, making it obsolete.
6After a series of disagreements, the business partners grew apart and went their separate ways.
7The isolated community grew apart from the rest of the world.
8The once-popular fashion trend grew apart from modern styles.
9Despite their shared history, the warring factions grew apart and refused to negotiate.
10The growing apart of the Earth's tectonic plates causes earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

Phrasal Verb - growing_away_from

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'grow away from' means to gradually move further apart or become more distant in terms of emotions, relationships, or physical location. It can also imply a sense of avoidance or detachment.

Examples​

No.Example
1Despite their initial closeness, the siblings grew away from each other as they pursued different careers.
2After the argument, they both grew away from each other, not speaking for weeks.
3As the years passed, the couple grew away from their shared interests and values.
4He found it difficult to grow away from his painful past and move on.
5The company grew away from its traditional business model and embraced new technologies.
6She grew away from her family's expectations and followed her own dreams.
7The once-friendly neighbors grew away from each other due to a long-standing feud.
8The city grew away from its rural roots and became a modern metropolis.
9The team grew away from their winning streak and suffered a series of losses.
10He grew away from his addiction and rebuilt his life.

Phrasal Verb - hanging up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To end a telephone call or conversation, especially suddenly and angrily.
  2. To stop doing something, especially because of frustration or disappointment.
  3. To suspend or postpone an activity or plan, often because of external circumstances

Examples​

No.Example
1He hung up on me when I asked for an explanation.
2I decided to hang up my painting brush for the day.
3The power outage forced us to hang up our plans for a barbecue.
4She hung up her career to raise her children.
5He hung up on his friend after a heated argument.
6The storm forced us to hang up our hiking trip.
7I'm going to hang up my coat and get comfortable.
8He hung up his guitar after playing for hours.
9She hung up the phone, feeling relieved.
10The company had to hang up its operations due to financial difficulties

Phrasal Verb - Hiding Away

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To put or keep something out of sight, often because one is ashamed, afraid, or trying to conceal it. This phrasal verb can also mean to go or stay somewhere out of the way, usually to avoid people or problems.

Examples​

No.Example
1I always hide away my old clothes in the attic instead of throwing them out.
2When I was a child, I used to hide away under my bed during thunderstorms.
3John decided to hide away in the library to study for his exams.
4The company tried to hide away the financial losses from the investors.
5After the argument, she hid away in her room for hours.
6The thief hid away the stolen jewels in a secret compartment.
7The injured animal hid away in a cave to recover.
8Many people hide away their emotions and don't express them openly.
9The family decided to hide away from the outside world for a while.
10The CEO hid away in his office, refusing to speak to anyone about the crisis.

Phrasal Verb - Holding Back

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Hold back is a phrasal verb that means to prevent someone or something from going ahead or continuing, often by using force or pressure. It can also mean to keep one's emotions or reactions in check.

Examples​

No.Example
1The traffic was at a standstill as the police held back the crowd.
2Despite her fear, she held back from telling her parents about the accident.
3The coach held back the team's star player due to an injury.
4He held back a sneeze during the quiet library scene.
5The teacher held back the class until all the students had arrived.
6She held back her tears as she listened to the sad song.
7The farmer held back the oxen to plow the field.
8He held back the dog from attacking the mailman.
9The manager held back the promotion of the employee until he improved his performance.
10The tension between the two countries was held back by a peace treaty.