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Phrasal Verb - patching up

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

to repair or restore something, especially a relationship, a financial situation, or a physical area that has been damaged or broken; to fill gaps or holes in something, often using a material like wood or plastic.

Examples​

No.Example
1After the fight, they tried to patch up their relationship.
2The team worked hard to patch up the damaged road after the storm.
3The financial crisis was causing problems all over the city, but the new initiative helped to patch up the economy.
4The politician promised to patch up the gaps in the social security system.
5They spent hours patching up the hole in the wall.
6The healthcare system was in disarray, but a new policy aimed to patch up access to medical care.
7It's been five years, but we still can't patch up the broken trust between us.
8The company invested in a new program to patch up the financial discrepancies in the budget.
9The volcanic ash was causing major damage, but the environmentalists were working hard to patch up the affected areas.
10The charity event was a successful attempt to patch up the gap in funding for the community center.

Phrasal Verb - Dealing with

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'dealing with' is used to mean handling or managing something or someone in a particular situation, often requiring care, skill, or strategy. It can also imply resolving issues, difficulties, or problems. This phrasal verb often involves active participation, decision-making, or taking action to influence the outcome.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'm having trouble with my economics project, and I'm dealing with it by seeking help from my teacher.
2She's dealing with the aftermath of the natural disaster by coordinating relief efforts.
3He's been dealing with the hostile crowd patiently, trying to maintain peace during the protest.
4The new policy is designed to help farmers deal with climate change by providing financial support.
5The company is dealing with the lawsuit by hiring a team of lawyers to represent them.
6The social worker is dealing with the troubled youth by providing counseling and support.
7We're dealing with the budget constraints by cutting unnecessary expenses and finding alternative solutions.
8The manager is dealing with the conflict between coworkers by meeting with both parties separately.
9The doctor is dealing with the critically ill patient by administering medication and performing surgery.
10The fire department is dealing with the emergency by sending a team of firefighters to the scene.