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Phrasal Verb - Poking about

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To roam or wander around a place without a clear purpose or intention, often in an idle or leisurely manner.

Examples​

No.Example
1The kids were poking about the beach, looking for interesting shells and sea glass.
2The detective was poking about the office, trying to find a clue.
3I love poking about thrift stores, looking for unique vintage items.
4The tourists were poking about the city, trying to find the best places to eat.
5She was poking about the attic, looking for old family photos.
6The kids were poking about the backyard, looking for adventure.
7The hikers were poking about the forest, taking in the sights and sounds.
8The photographer was poking about the town, looking for great subjects.
9The kids were poking about the park, playing tag.
10The ghost hunters were poking about the abandoned house, searching for paranormal activity.

Phrasal Verb - Emptying out

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Raymundo CH

Image illustrating the verb Emptying out

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'empty out' is used to indicate the act of removing items from a container, space, or area, often completely. It can also imply that something is being cleared of its contents or inhabitants. This phrasal verb is often used to describe a physical action, but it can also be used metaphorically to describe a mental or emotional state.

Examples​

No.Example
1The first step in moving was to empty out the apartment of all its furniture and belongings.
2She had to empty out her locker before the bus let out.
3We need to empty out the garage of all the junk we've accumulated.
4The store was emptying out its inventory of sale items by the end of the month.
5After the party, we had to empty out the house of all the leftover food.
6The city had to empty out the flooded streets before they could repair the damage.
7The company wanted to empty out its warehouses of all the unsold merchandise.
8We had to empty out the pool of water before we could fix the leak.
9The tenant had to empty out the apartment before the new renter could move in.
10The storm surge forced the residents to empty out the coastal town by the evening.