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Phrasal Verb - Backing up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb "back up" carries multiple distinct meanings, making it highly versatile in English. Primarily, it can mean to provide support, corroboration, or assistance to someone or something, affirming their position, statement, or claim. In the context of digital data and computing, it refers to the act of creating a copy of files, folders, or entire systems to ensure data recovery in case of loss or damage. When used with vehicles, it signifies the action of moving backward. Furthermore, "back up" can describe a situation where a flow is obstructed, leading to a blockage or accumulation, such as a drain becoming clogged or traffic becoming congested. It can also imply a delay or piling up of tasks or work. Lastly, it can refer to providing a secondary, reserve, or alternative option that can be used if the primary one fails or is unavailable, essentially serving as a contingency.

Examples​

No.Example
1It's crucial to back up your important files regularly to prevent data loss.
2Can you back me up on this story? I told them exactly what happened.
3He had to back up slowly to get his car out of the tight parking spot.
4The evidence didn't back up his claims, leading to his acquittal.
5Traffic started backing up for miles after the accident on the highway.
6If we don't fix this leak soon, the pipes are going to back up again.
7We always have a backup generator to back up our power supply during outages.
8My colleagues always back me up when I propose a new project.
9Don't forget to back up the entire system before you install the new update.
10If we let these orders accumulate, our work will start backing up significantly.

Phrasal Verb - Bringing around

· 3 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb "bring around" has two distinct primary meanings:

  1. To persuade someone to agree with your point of view, opinion, or plan, or to change their mind on a particular issue. This usage implies a process of convincing, discussing, or presenting arguments to overcome initial resistance, disagreement, or neutrality. It often involves patient explanation, logical reasoning, or persistent effort to influence someone's stance.

  2. To restore someone to consciousness after they have fainted, collapsed, or been unconscious. This meaning is typically used in a medical, first-aid, or emergency context, referring to actions taken to revive a person who has lost consciousness. These actions might include applying smelling salts, fanning, elevating legs, or providing cool air, with the goal of waking the person up.

Examples​

No.Example
1It took hours, but she finally managed to bring him around to her way of thinking about the new investment.
2The paramedics worked quickly to bring the patient around after he fainted from the shock of the news.
3We need a really strong presentation if we're going to bring the committee around to our proposal for budget increases.
4She was initially very stubborn, but I think with enough patience, I can bring her around to seeing my perspective.
5After the accident, the first responder used a cool compress to gently bring the victim around.
6The marketing team spent weeks trying to bring the reluctant investors around to their innovative advertising campaign.
7Could you try to bring him around on the idea of taking a more adventurous vacation this summer? He prefers to stay home.
8A splash of cold water on his face helped to bring the dizzy runner around during the marathon.
9Despite initial opposition from some employees, the manager was able to bring the entire staff around to the new remote work policy.
10The nurse gently elevated the patient's legs to bring her around after she felt faint during the blood test.