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Phrasal Verb - handing over

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To formally give something, especially a responsibility or task, to someone else. 2. To transfer physical possession of something to someone. 3. To surrender or yield control or power to someone.

Examples​

No.Example
1The manager handed over the project to the new team leader.
2John handed over the keys to his car to the valet.
3The mayor will hand over the city to the new mayor next month.
4I'll hand over the report to you once it's finished.
5The captain handed over the helm to the first mate during the storm.
6The thief was caught trying to hand over stolen goods to a buyer.
7The CEO handed over the company to her successor.
8The prisoners were handed over to the police.
9The coach handed over the team to the assistant coach for the game.
10The father handed over his daughter's hand to her future husband.

Phrasal Verb - hearing out

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

giving someone an opportunity to speak and be heard completely and without interruption, usually in a formal or serious situation, such as a dispute or a meeting

Examples​

No.Example
1The manager heard out each employee's concerns before making a decision.
2Despite their disagreements, the couple decided to hear each other out.
3The committee heard out all sides before making a ruling.
4The students were given the opportunity to hear out their professor's perspective.
5The negotiating team heard out the demands of the striking workers.
6The mediator asked both parties to hear each other out before making a proposal.
7The jury heard out all the evidence before reaching a verdict.
8The CEO heard out the suggestions of his team before making a final decision.
9The two friends heard each other out and eventually came to an understanding.
10The arbitrator heard out both parties and made a fair ruling