2 posts tagged with "Physical contact"

Phrasal Verb - Rubbing off (gerund)

March 13, 2026 · 2 min read

Raymundo CH

Image illustrating the verb Rubbing off (gerund)

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To cause someone or something to lose or transfer a quality, feature, or substance through contact.
To no longer be noticeable or effective because of the passage of time or the influence of external factors.

No.	Example
1	The sand on the beach rubbed off on my towel, leaving it covered in small grains.
2	The unpleasant smell of the skunk rubbed off on my dog after they met.
3	The sunscreen rubbed off my skin during the long day at the beach.
4	The constant criticism rubbed off on her self-confidence.
5	The old paint on the wall rubbed off when we tried to remove it.
6	The memory of the past event rubbed off over time.
7	The heat rubbed off the chill from my body.
8	The harsh words rubbed off on her sensitive ears.
9	The new paint job rubbed off after only a few weeks.
10	The feeling of joy rubbed off on everyone present

March 12, 2026 · 2 min read

Raymundo CH

Image illustrating the verb Holding On

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To continue to have or keep something, especially in difficult circumstances.
To wait or pause before doing something, often to allow others to catch up or to allow a situation to develop.
To maintain a physical grip on something or someone.

No.	Example
1	She held on to her job despite numerous setbacks.
2	I'll hold on for a few more minutes to see if he calls.
3	The climber held on to the rope as he crossed the chasm.
4	The protesters held on to their demands for justice.
5	He held on to her hand tightly during the storm.
6	The team held on to their lead until the final buzzer.
7	She held on to her beliefs despite the evidence to the contrary.
8	I'll hold on a minute while you finish up.
9	The baby held on to her mother's finger.
10	The detective held on to the suspect until backup arrived.