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Phrasal Verb - Making Off

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To make off with something means to steal or take away something secretly, often with the intention of permanent removal or sale for personal gain. This can be physical objects or money, and it often involves a degree of stealth and deception. In some contexts, making off can also refer to the act of running away or escaping quickly, often when involved in something illicit or problematic.

Examples​

No.Example
1The thief made off with the expensive jewelry from the store.
2The scammer made off with thousands of dollars from the victim.
3She tried to make off with my phone, but I caught her.
4He made off with the cookies from the jar when no one was looking.
5Several people reported making off with expensive items during the gang riot.
6The suspect tried to make off with evidence from the crime scene.
7He made off with his colleagues' car keys, but then returned them.
8The daughter made off with her father's credit card and went on a shopping spree.
9The carriage driver made off with the horses from the stable, fleeing into the night.
10Make off with me! Captain said loudly during the chaotic situation,

Phrasal Verb - Running Away

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To leave a place suddenly and without planning to return, often due to fear, anxiety, or a difficult situation.
  2. To abandon a responsibility or obligation.
  3. To escape from danger or pursuit.

Examples​

No.Example
1John ran away from home when his parents found out about his bad grades.
2The thief ran away after being caught by the police.
3Employees often run away from difficult conversations with their bosses.
4When the fire alarm went off, everyone ran away from the building.
5The fugitive ran away from the law enforcement officers.
6She ran away from her problems instead of facing them.
7The soldiers ran away from the battlefield during the retreat.
8When he saw the huge spider, he ran away screaming.
9The children ran away from their chores when their parents weren't looking.
10The runaway train caused chaos and destruction in the city.

Phrasal Verb - Running off

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To leave suddenly or abruptly, often without completing a task or saying goodbye.
  2. To cause something to flow or move rapidly, often uncontrollably.
  3. To operate or function continuously, often at high speed.

Examples​

No.Example
1He ran off without finishing the report, leaving his colleagues in a bind.
2The water ran off the roof in a torrent during the heavy rain.
3The car engine ran off when I accidentally hit the gas pedal too hard.
4The children ran off to play in the park, leaving their parents worried.
5The printer ran off the documents at a high speed.
6He ran off with the money, leaving his partner in debt.
7The river ran off its banks during the flood.
8The assembly line runs off products at a rate of 1000 per hour.
9The tap ran off water for hours after the pipe burst.
10The train ran off the tracks during a sharp turn.

Phrasal Verb - getting off

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To leave a vehicle, a place, or a situation.
  2. To escape from a difficult or unpleasant situation.
  3. To start or begin something
  4. To have sex with someone

Examples​

No.Example
1I need to get off the bus at the next stop.
2He got off the train an hour earlier than planned.
3The speaker finally got off his prepared remarks and opened the floor for questions.
4After a long day, I just want to get off and relax.
5John and Mary finally got off each other after their argument.
6She got off work early and decided to go for a run.
7The new employee had a hard time getting off the ground with his sales.
8The passengers were asked to get off the plane due to a medical emergency.
9He got off on the wrong foot with his new boss.
10The project was off to a good start.