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Phrasal Verb - Moving Down

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To move down is a phrasal verb that means to go or proceed downward, often in a gradual or deliberate manner. It can be used to describe movement on a physical surface, such as moving down a staircase or a steep slope, or it can be used metaphorically to describe a decline in status, value, or quality. For example, one might move down to a lower-paying job, or an item might move down the list of priorities.

Examples​

No.Example
1I moved down to the bottom floor to escape the heat.
2The company moved down its estimate of the project deadline.
3He moved down the mountain on his bike, enjoying the thrill of the ride.
4She moved down the list of applicants, carefully considering each candidate.
5The stock moved down sharply after the announcement of the economic crisis.
6I moved down the sofa to make room for my friend.
7The temperature moved down to a comfortable level after the storm passed.
8The manager moved down the salary of the employees due to financial constraints.
9The new policy moved down the threshold for getting a loan.
10The athlete moved down the track, gaining speed with each stride.

Phrasal Verb - mulling over

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

to think carefully about something for a long time, often in order to decide or to get a clearer understanding of it

Examples​

No.Example
1I've been mulling over the pros and cons of getting a new job for weeks.
2The committee has been mulling over the proposal for months, and they still can't make a decision.
3She spent hours mulling over the letter, trying to understand what the writer meant.
4He's been mulling over his decision to quit his job, but he still hasn't made up his mind.
5They've been mulling over the idea of starting their own business for years.
6He's been mulling over the best way to present his idea to the investors.
7The team has been mulling over the strategy for the new marketing campaign.
8He's been mulling over his decision to go back to school and earn a degree.
9She's been mulling over the possibilities of moving to a new city and starting a new life.
10They've been mulling over the plan to expand their company's operations globally.

Phrasal Verb - Cut Down On

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To reduce the amount of something, such as food, drink, or other goods, that you have or use, especially in order to control your weight or to conserve a resource.

Examples​

No.Example
1I need to cut down on sugar intake to feel better.
2Let's cut down on energy consumption and use renewable sources.
3Cutting down on meat can help reduce your carbon footprint.
4Try to cut down on your phone usage and take breaks.
5Cutting down on unnecessary expenses can help you save money.
6Avoid cutting down on important skills to improve your employability.
7After quitting smoking, I realized I needed to cut down on social interactions.
8Cutting down on processed foods can lead to a healthier lifestyle.
9If you cut down on activities, you can improve your productivity at work.
10The company decided to cut down on production to avoid losses.

Phrasal Verb - Eating Up

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrase 'eat up' is a phrasal verb that means to consume a large amount of something, especially a meal, quickly or in a single session. It can also imply swallowing or covering something completely, often in a physical or metaphorical sense. For example, you might eat up a big meal in a short time, or a hungry bear might eat up all the available berries. In this sense, 'eat up' often has a sense of voracious energy or an insatiable appetite, suggesting that something or someone is consuming resources or energy at a very high rate.

Examples​

No.Example
1After finals week, I eat up all the food in the cafeteria.
2The bear ate up all the berries in the forest.
3The kids ate up all the ice cream, leaving none for me.
4The team ate up the competition, winning the championship by a landslide.
5The flowers ate up the space in the garden, making it hard to walk through.
6The dog loves to eat up his food bowl in under a minute.
7I spend too much time browsing the internet and end up eating up all my free time.
8The car ate up the fuel in a short distance, leaving me stranded on the side of the road.
9The artist ate up five canvases making her latest art piece.
10The lawyer tried to eat up the debate with opposing arguments, never giving his opponent a chance to speak.

Phrasal Verb - Falling Over

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'fall over' is a idiomatic expression used to describe a situation where someone or something is collapsing, tumbling, or flipping onto its back or side, often due to a loss of balance, physical force, or mechanical failure. It can also imply a collapse in physical health, energy, or emotional well-being.

Examples​

No.Example
1The toddler fell over while trying to walk on the ice.
2The bicycle fell over when its tire went flat.
3She fell over when her ankle gave out while running.
4The waving flag fell over in the strong wind.
5The price increase caused the shareholder's confidence to fall over.
6The engine compartment of the crashed vehicle fell over.
7He fell over his own feet when learning how to skate.
8The specialized equipment tradition looked set to fall over.
9The sweeping arc of the falling water seemed to fall over the walking bridge.
10The star player had a scare as she fell over during the game, but got back up again.