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Phrasal Verb - punching in

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'punching in' refers to the action of reporting to work or starting a job. This phrase is often used in the context of clocking in using a time clock or a biometric device. It can also be used metaphorically to describe the starting point of a project or an activity.

Examples​

No.Example
1Every employee is required to punch in at the designated time.
2The new employee was excited to finally punch in for her first day at the company.
3Despite the early hour, the construction crew was already punching in.
4The project manager announced that the team would start punching in on Monday.
5After a long and tiring journey, the explorers finally punched in at their destination.
6The students punched in for their afternoon classes.
7The sales team was motivated to punch in extra hours to meet their targets.
8The chef punched in a new ingredient to add some depth to the dish.
9The athlete took a deep breath and punched in for the final round.
10The band punched in for their live performance, ready to entertain the crowd.

Phrasal Verb - going into

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To enter or move into a place or situation.
  2. To begin to experience or participate in something.
  3. To start to understand or accept an idea or situation.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'm going into the city to meet some friends.
2The new employee is going into training this week.
3After a lot of consideration, I'm going into business for myself.
4The team is going into the final match with confidence.
5She's going into labor.
6He's going into detail about his plans.
7The police are going into the building to search for evidence.
8The company is going into bankruptcy.
9I'm going into retirement next year.
10He's going into a deep depression after the loss.

Phrasal Verb - holding over

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To extend or postpone something, especially a deadline or a lease, for a short time. 2. To maintain or keep something, such as a position or a belief, for a period of time.

Examples​

No.Example
1The company decided to hold over the implementation of the new policy until after the holiday season.
2Despite the protestations of the tenants, the landlord chose to hold over their leases for another year.
3The project manager asked the team to hold over their vacation plans until the project was completed.
4The Prime Minister held over a decision on the proposed tax increase until after the election.
5The sales manager held over the top-performing salesperson, despite his resignation notice.
6The committee held over their vote on the proposed budget until they received more information.
7The president held over his decision to declare war until he received a report from his military advisors.
8The teacher held over the students who missed the exam for a make-up session.
9The actor held over his contract for a third season of the popular TV series.
10The engineer held over the design of the new bridge until he was satisfied with the safety features.

Phrasal Verb - Laying Off

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To dismiss an employee or employees temporarily or permanently due to lack of work or business needs. It can also mean to postpone or delay a project or task. Laying off is often used in the context of business and employment.

Examples​

No.Example
1The company had to lay off 500 workers due to the economic downturn.
2The manager decided to lay off some of the less experienced employees during the restructuring process.
3The construction project was laid off for the winter due to the harsh weather conditions.
4The president of the company announced that they would be laying off employees to reduce costs.
5The project team was laid off after the funding was withdrawn.
6The company laid off its entire sales team due to the lack of sales.
7The union negotiated a severance package for the workers who were laid off.
8The CEO announced that the company would be laying off 10% of its workforce to improve profitability.
9The government program provided funds for companies to lay off workers instead of laying them off permanently.
10The team was laid off until the new project started.