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Phrasal Verb - Plugging In

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To connect or establish a power source to an electronic device, especially in the context of needing to'reboot' or reset an internal system.

Examples​

No.Example
1I need to unplug my phone, then plug it back in to charge again.
2The new employee was having trouble with the software, so we showed her how to plug in all the correct codes.
3I think we'll need to plug in a new system to handle all the new data coming in.
4Plugging in the router solved the issue we were having with our internet connection.
5If this new tool doesn't work right, we may need to plug in our manual techniques to get the job done.
6You need to plug in the landing gear on the plane, then go back and secure it.
7She tried to plug in the vacuum, but it won't start.
8We have to plug in all the necessary information for this project to prove our point.
9Can you help me plug in my headphones, so I can listen to this?
10This bed has places to plug in your phone charger and laptop for charging overnight.

Phrasal Verb - hooking up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To establish a romantic or sexual relationship, usually quickly and casually.
  2. To make a connection or arrangement, often in a social or business context.

Examples​

No.Example
1After a night of heavy drinking, John and Sarah hooked up and went home together.
2I need to hook up with a graphic designer to create some new promotional materials for my business.
3Have you heard that Emily and Mark hooked up at the party last night?
4When I was traveling in Europe, I had to hook up with locals to get around and find the best places to eat.
5If you want to hook up with potential employers, attend industry events and make connections.
6I've been trying to hook up with my neighbor for weeks, but he seems uninterested.
7After the concert, a group of us went back to the hotel and started hooking up with strangers.
8I need to hook up my laptop to the projector before my presentation.
9If you want to hook up with a certain crowd, you have to dress and act a certain way.
10Can you help me hook up my new sound system? I'm having trouble getting it to work.

Phrasal Verb - Linking Up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To establish a connection or communication between two or more people, devices, or systems, often through social media or other digital means. This phrasal verb can also refer to physically connecting things, but the digital usage is more common.

Examples​

No.Example
1I've linked up with some great business contacts on LinkedIn.
2Can you help me link up my new phone to the Wi-Fi?
3My friends and I plan to link up at the park for a picnic.
4The two companies have agreed to link up their databases for more efficient data sharing.
5After the conference, many attendees exchanged business cards and linked up on LinkedIn.
6The new app allows users to link up their social media accounts for easier sharing.
7To link up your computer to the projector, use this cable.
8I'll link up with you later to discuss the project details.
9The hikers linked up their campsites for the night, sharing food and stories.
10The team's success relied on their ability to link up and communicate effectively.

Phrasal Verb - logging off

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The action of signing out or disconnecting from a computer system, network, or application. This can be done intentionally by the user or automatically after a period of inactivity.

Examples​

No.Example
1After finishing her work, she logged off her computer.
2The system will automatically log off users after 30 minutes of inactivity.
3Logging off is an important security measure to protect your account.
4Can you please log off once you're done with the presentation?
5The IT department requires all employees to log off their computers before leaving the office.
6He forgot to log off and left confidential documents open on his computer.
7Logging off is also known as signing out or disconnecting.
8Logging off a server may cause temporary downtime for users.
9Logging off a social media account can help reduce distractions.
10Logging off your email account can help prevent unauthorized access.