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Phrasal Verb - Running Over

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To accidentally or carelessly drive a vehicle over something or someone, or to exceed a limit or deadline without considering the consequences. This phrasal verb can also mean to thoroughly examine or consider something.

Examples​

No.Example
1I ran over a nail and got a flat tire.
2He ran over the budget and had to ask for more funding.
3Can you run over the report again and check for errors?
4She ran over the proposal and approved it without hesitation.
5He ran over the pothole and damaged his car's suspension.
6The teacher ran over the material too quickly and the students couldn't keep up.
7They ran over the agreement and signed it without consulting their lawyers.
8The construction crew ran over the deadline and faced penalties.
9He ran over the competition and won the race.
10She ran over the numbers and calculated the total expense.

Phrasal Verb - Seeing Through

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To understand or perceive the true nature of a situation or a person's intentions, often by looking beyond the surface or deceptive appearances.
  2. To scrutinize or examine something very carefully, often to find hidden flaws or inconsistencies.

Examples​

No.Example
1I could see through her excuses and knew she was lying.
2The detective saw through the criminal's disguise.
3The team manager saw through the new hire's lack of experience.
4The quality control team saw through the defects in the product.
5The politician's opponent saw through his empty promises.
6The artist saw through the canvas to create a masterpiece.
7The hiker saw through the dense forest to spot the waterfall.
8The investigator saw through the alibis and arrested the suspect.
9The teacher saw through the student's reluctance to reveal his knowledge.
10The historian saw through the myths and uncovered the truth

Phrasal Verb - Sifting Through

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To carefully examine and consider each item or piece of information in a group or collection, often in order to make a decision or find something specific.

Examples​

No.Example
1After sifting through hundreds of resumes, the hiring manager finally found a suitable candidate.
2The detective spent hours sifting through evidence to build a case against the suspect.
3I need to sift through my emails before I can respond to any of them.
4The archaeologists spent days sifting through the sand to find artifacts.
5The jury took hours to sift through the testimony before reaching a verdict.
6The students sifted through their textbooks to prepare for the exam.
7The chef sifted through the flour before baking the cake.
8The manager asked her assistant to sift through the reports and pull out any relevant data.
9The researcher spent weeks sifting through old documents to find the information he needed.
10The team sifted through the suggestions to choose the best one for the project.

Phrasal Verb - Going Over

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To examine or check something carefully and thoroughly.
  2. To pass or move beyond a limit or boundary.
  3. To approval or accept something, often with authority or responsibility.
  4. To surpass or exceed a limit or threshold.
  5. To take control or responsibility for something.

Examples​

No.Example
1I need to go over the budget reports before the meeting.
2The inspector went over the car with a fine-tooth comb.
3We're going over the border into Mexico.
4The boss went over the new project proposal.
5The team went over the finish line in first place.
6I'll go over the plan with you in detail.
7The committee went over the candidate's qualifications.
8The storm went over the city, leaving destruction in its wake.
9The negotiators went over the terms of the agreement.
10The doctors went over the test results with the patient.

Phrasal Verb - Going Through With

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To carry out a plan or commitment, often despite difficulties or objections. This phrasal verb can also mean to examine or approve something carefully before making a decision.

Examples​

No.Example
1A: I'm not sure I want to go to the party. B: Come on, let's go through with it. You'll have a great time.
2The committee went through with the decision to increase tuition fees despite opposition from students.
3I'd like to go through with the purchase of this car, but I need to check my bank balance first.
4The boss asked us to go through with the presentation again to make sure there were no errors.
5After much consideration, they went through with the divorce.
6The investigators went through with the interrogation of the suspect.
7We'll go through with the renovations as long as the budget allows.
8The company went through with the merger despite concerns from shareholders.
9The team went through with their plans for the new project.
10They went through with the surgery, even though it was risky.

Phrasal Verb - Looking into

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

This phrasal verb means to examine or investigate a situation or problem in detail. It implies that new information or insights will be gained by delving deeper into the matter.

Examples​

No.Example
1The detective spent hours looking into the case, leaving no stone unturned.
2The company is looking into the cause of the recent data breach.
3My parents are looking into sending me to a private school.
4I'd like to look into joining a local volunteer organization.
5The finance committee is looking into potential budget cuts.
6The HR department is looking into reports of harassment in the workplace.
7The doctor is looking into the possibility of a rare condition.
8The mayor is looking into ways to reduce traffic congestion.
9The investigative journalist is looking into allegations of corruption.
10The team is looking into the root cause of the equipment failure.