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Phrasal Verb - Muddling Through

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Phrasal verb meaning to manage to do something or achieve a goal, often in a difficult or unexpected way, by using one's available resources and making things work as well as possible, even if they are not ideal. It often involves finding creative solutions and working around obstacles.

Examples​

No.Example
1After a few weeks of struggling, she managed to muddle through the project and deliver it on time.
2Despite the language barrier, the couple managed to muddle through their conversation and understand each other.
3The team had to muddle through the initial stages of the project before they got the necessary funding.
4She's been struggling financially, but has been managing to muddle through by working extra hours.
5The new policy is causing a lot of confusion, but people are managing to muddle through somehow.
6After losing her job, she had to muddle through the initial weeks without a steady income.
7The company had to muddle through the terrible economic downturn, but eventually made a comeback.
8He's been trying to muddle through the injury, but it's been a real challenge for him.
9The tourists found it difficult to muddle through the crowded streets of the city, but persevered.
10The family managed to muddle through the disaster and recover in the long run.

Phrasal Verb - Paring Down

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To reduce or decrease something, especially by cutting out or eliminating unnecessary parts or features. This can be in the context of simplifying a task, reducing expenses, or streamlining a process. Paring down often involves making conscious decisions to prioritize or eliminate based on specific criteria or goals.

Examples​

No.Example
1The company plans to pare down its operations in the outdated factory.
2To reduce student stress, the school decided to pare down the amount of homework.
3The artist spent hours paring down her design to make it more visually appealing.
4By paring down her schedule, she was able to dedicate more time to her family.
5The team leader instructed the team to pare down their list of priorities.
6The city plans to pare down its budget for this year due to economic constraints.
7She felt the need to pare down her closet to get rid of unwanted clothes.
8The new policy requires us to pare down the number of employees in the department.
9They decided to pare down the list of potential candidates to the top three.
10The manager asked the team to pare down the scope of the project to meet the deadline.

Phrasal Verb - Power Through

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To power through something means to persevere and overcome a difficult situation or challenge by continuing to work at it or endure it, despite feeling tired, frustrated, or forced to do so. It involves making an effort to finish something, even though it's hard or unpleasant, and often requires a significant amount of energy or resilience.

Examples​

No.Example
1I powered through the long flight by watching movies and reading a book.
2The team had to power through the tough loss and keep their spirits up.
3She powered through her final year of law school by studying late into the night.
4He powered through the exhaustion to complete the marathon.
5The kids powered through the sugar crash by taking a nap.
6The couple had to power through their financial struggles to afford the wedding.
7The researcher powered through the data analysis by working around the clock.
8The hikers had to power through the snowstorm to reach the summit.
9The team powered through the injuries to win the championship.
10The writer powered through the writer's block by forcing herself to write.

Phrasal Verb - Press On

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To continue with a particular effort or activity, often despite difficulties or setbacks, in order to achieve a goal or complete a task. To make a strong effort to do something, even if it is difficult.

Examples​

No.Example
1She pressed on despite the pain and finished the marathon.
2He pressed on with his project, refusing to give up even when faced with obstacles.
3The company pressed on with its plans to expand, despite the economic downturn.
4She pressed on through the difficult period in her personal life, using her faith as a support.
5The researcher pressed on with her study, even after initial results were discouraging.
6He pressed on with his music career, determined to make a name for himself in the industry.
7The team pressed on, determined to win the championship, even after a tough loss.
8She pressed on, using her creative vision to bring her art project to life.
9The investor pressed on with his plan to diversify his portfolio, seeking a balance between risk and safety.
10The adventurer pressed on, undeterred by the stormy weather, and completed her trek.

Phrasal Verb - Pruning Back

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To prune back means to cut or reduce something, often in order to control its size, shape, or growth. It can also mean to stop or reduce something, especially because it is unnecessary or is taking too much time or resources. In a gardening context, pruning back often refers to cutting plants to encourage new growth or to prevent overgrowth. In a more abstract sense, pruning back can also mean to remove or limit something, such as a project, a task, or a habit, in order to focus on more important or urgent things.

Examples​

No.Example
1After the bush got too big, I had to prune it back to maintain its shape.
2The company decided to prune back their marketing budget to allocate more resources to research and development.
3My grandma likes to prune back her roses every spring to encourage new growth.
4The city needs to prune back the trees that are blocking the sidewalk.
5Pruning back our expenses will help us save money for a down payment on a house.
6The teacher asked students to prune back their outline to fit it within the time limit.
7The agricultural department is encouraging farmers to prune back their wheat to prevent it from rotting in the rain.
8She had to prune back her social media usage to prevent it from negatively affecting her mental health.
9The chef decided to prune back the menu to focus on high-quality dishes that showcase the restaurant's expertise.
10The city manager suggested pruning back the number of public Wi-Fi spots to save on maintenance costs.

Phrasal Verb - saving for

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

A phrasal verb meaning to put aside money or resources for future use, typically for a specific purpose.

Examples​

No.Example
1They've been saving for years to buy their dream house.
2My parents always tell me to save for retirement.
3I need to save for a rainy day.
4We're saving for a family vacation next summer.
5He's saving for his children's education.
6They're saving for a down payment on a car.
7She's saving for a wedding dress.
8We should all start saving for our old age.
9They're saving for their retirement in a beach house.
10He's saving for a big surprise for his girlfriend.

Phrasal Verb - saving out

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Saving out is a phrasal verb that means to put money aside for future use, especially by regularly setting aside a portion of income or earnings. It can also refer to preserving or conserving something, such as energy or resources.

Examples​

No.Example
1I've been saving out for a down payment on a house for years.
2To save out on electricity bills, try using energy-efficient appliances.
3You can save out on your grocery budget by planning your meals for the week.
4To save out on airfare, book your flights several months in advance.
5My grandparents used to save out every penny they earned during the Depression.
6If you want to save out for a rainy day, consider opening a high-yield savings account.
7To save out on water usage, fix any leaks in your home.
8By saving out on small expenses, you can afford bigger purchases.
9Saving out on gasoline can add up to significant savings over the course of a year.
10To save out on paper, switch to digital documents and notes

Phrasal Verb - Saving Up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Saving up is the action of setting aside money little by little over a period of time, in order to have enough for a particular expense or goal. It involves creating a budget, making regular deposits into a savings account, and avoiding unnecessary expenses.

Examples​

No.Example
1I need to save up for a down payment on a house.
2My parents always told me to save up for rainy days.
3We should start saving up for Christmas presents now.
4Many people save up for years to buy a car.
5Saving up for retirement is an important financial goal.
6I save up my loose change in a jar to donate to charity.
7Saving up for a vacation can be an exciting experience.
8It's a good idea to save up for emergencies.
9Saving up for college can be a significant financial challenge.
10We save up for special occasions like weddings and anniversaries.

Phrasal Verb - Coast Along

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To coast along means to move through a situation or a place without much effort, often relying on others or on available resources to help you through. It can also imply a sense of being carried along by the momentum of something rather than actively driving it forward.

Examples​

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1The company was able to coast along for a few years without making significant changes.
2She was coasting along in her job, doing the minimum required without any ambition.
3The new policy allowed the government to coast along without making big decisions.
4The coach let the team coast along in the second half, saving energy for the playoffs.
5The artist was able to coast along on the success of his previous album.
6The lawyer was coasting along in the trial, relying on the evidence to speak for itself.
7The small business was able to coast along in the down market, cutting costs and waiting for recovery.
8The couple was coasting along in their relationship, not making much effort to communicate or reconnect.
9The young player was allowed to coast along in the early stages of the tournament, but had to picked up his game in the later stages.
10The experienced programmer was able to coast along on the momentum of the open-source project, contributing little but still benefiting from it.

Phrasal Verb - Dropping Down

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'drop down' is a separating action where something, usually prices or levels, decrease by a notable amount. This can refer to changes in stock market prices, personal expenses, costs associated with products or services, or reduction in a level such as a digital level meter.

Examples​

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1The market prices dropped down significantly due to poor economic forecasts.
2After the price hike, many people started to shop around and prices began dropping down.
3The company reduced its prices and dropped down to the lower end of the scale.
4Following the increase in taxes, our personal expenses dropped down sharply.
5She was looking forward to her promotion but decided not to because another job opportunity dropped down from a prestigious company.
6Their living costs dropped down dramatically after they moved to a new neighborhood.
7He just received an offer for a higher salary and was hesitant to accept because the other applicant dropped back down and reconsidered the offer.
8After the criticism, the prices dropped down dramatically due to the deviation from quality
9Their gaming platform dropped down the price of its subscription service to stay competitive.
10The temperature dropped down overnight because of the cold air mass that moved into the region.