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Phrasal Verb - Picking out

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Verb phrase meaning to choose or select something from a group or collection, often based on its particular characteristics, qualities, or features. This verb phrase often implies a careful or thoughtful selection, and can be used in a variety of contexts, including buying, choosing between options, or identifying specific items within a larger set.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'm picking out a gift for my sister's birthday.
2She's been picking out furniture for her new apartment all day.
3I'll pick out a few books to read over the weekend.
4Can you help me pick out a dress for the party?
5They're picking out the menu for their wedding ceremony.
6He's been picking out songs for the school talent show.
7She's picking out a new phone case to match her old one.
8I'm picking out a few colors for the new painting I'm making.
9They're picking out the speakers for their concert tour.
10Can you help me pick out a jacket for the trip?

Phrasal Verb - Blowing up

· 3 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb "blow up" carries several distinct meanings, making its interpretation context-dependent. Primarily, it refers to the act of exploding or causing something to explode, often resulting in destruction, such as when a bomb detonates or a building is demolished. It can also mean to inflate something with air or gas, like a balloon, a tire, or an inflatable raft. In a different sense, "blow up" signifies the act of enlarging a photograph, a drawing, or a plan to a bigger scale. Metaphorically, it can describe someone suddenly becoming very angry, often directed at another person or a situation. Furthermore, it can be used to describe a plan, a project, or a situation that fails spectacularly or goes disastrously wrong, often with severe consequences. Less commonly, it might refer to something becoming very popular or successful very quickly, akin to 'exploding in popularity,' though other phrasings are often preferred for this specific nuance.

Examples​

No.Example
1The demolition crew had to blow up the old factory to make way for the new development.
2Could you help me blow up these party balloons before the guests arrive?
3His patience ran out, and he finally blew up at his assistant for the repeated mistakes.
4The photographer offered to blow up the small wedding photo to poster size.
5A faulty gas line caused the entire house to blow up, leading to extensive damage.
6The car tire blew up after hitting a sharp piece of metal on the highway.
7Their elaborate plan to corner the market blew up in their faces when a competitor launched a similar product.
8The children loved watching the clown blow up animal shapes from long balloons.
9Investigators are still trying to determine what caused the oil rig to blow up.
10Make sure to blow up the air mattress completely before anyone tries to sleep on it.