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Phrasal Verb - Reading out

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Raymundo CH

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Definition

A phrasal verb where one person announces or reads aloud the information from a document, list, or other written material for others to hear or understand. This can be done formally in an official or ceremonial context, or informally in everyday situations.

Examples

No.Example
1During the court proceedings, the defendant's name and charges were read out loud.
2The teacher read out the homework assignments to the class.
3The hostess asked each guest to read out their name and address for the seating plan.
4At the meeting, the minutes were read out to remind everyone of the previous decisions.
5The captain read out the safety instructions before take-off.
6My friend asked me to read out loud the directions to the restaurant.
7The auctioneer read out the bids, one by one.
8The judge read out the sentence, bringing the trial to a close.
9The tour guide read out the historical facts about the monument.
10The referee read out the rules of the game to the players.

Phrasal Verb - signing on (someone) up

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Raymundo CH

Image illustrating the verb signing on (someone) up

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Definition

To officially enroll or register someone for a service or program, usually requiring the payment of a fee or completion of paperwork.

Examples

No.Example
1I'll sign you up for the gym membership.
2Can you sign on your new employee for the company health insurance?
3She signed her children up for after-school activities.
4We'll need to sign on some additional staff to handle the increased workload.
5The travel agent can help you sign up for a guided tour.
6He signed his parents up for a senior citizens' discount program.
7You'll need to sign on the new hire before they can start work.
8I'll sign my friend up for the charity event.
9The receptionist asked me to sign on for a loyalty card.
10They signed up for a subscription to the magazine.