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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 - Scaring Off

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Scaring off is a phrasal verb that means to chase away or deter someone or something from a place or situation, often by creating fear or anxiety. It can also mean to prevent someone from doing something by intimidation or persuasion.

Examples​

No.Example
1The loud noise scared the birds off.
2The sales manager scared off potential investors with his aggressive tactics.
3The threat of a lawsuit scared off the competition.
4The strong wind scared the children off the playground.
5The sound of the alarm scared off the burglars.
6The fear of failure scared him off trying for a promotion.
7The rumor of a bear in the woods scared off hikers.
8The harsh winter weather scared off tourists.
9The fear of drowning scared her off learning to swim.
10The fear of heights scared off the climber from attempting the mountain.

Phrasal Verb - shrinking back

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To move or cause something to move backwards suddenly or fearfully, often in response to a threat or unpleasant situation. This phrasal verb can also mean to withdraw or pull back, especially when under pressure or criticism.

Examples​

No.Example
1The crowd shrank back in fear as the fireworks exploded.
2He shrank back when he saw the spider on the wall.
3The driver slammed on the brakes, causing the car to shrink back.
4She shrank back from the idea of public speaking.
5The bully's taunts caused the victim to shrink back.
6The team shrank back under the pressure of the opposition's attacks.
7The artist shrank back from the criticism of her work.
8The sun shrank back behind the clouds.
9The wind shrank back the curtains.
10The soldiers shrank back as they came under enemy fire.