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Phrasal Verb - saving from

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To prevent something, especially damage or harm, from happening to someone or something.
  2. To rescue or protect someone or something from a dangerous or difficult situation.

Examples​

No.Example
1The firefighters managed to save the family from the burning house.
2The coach saved the team from defeat by scoring a last-minute goal.
3The life jacket saved the swimmer from drowning.
4The police saved the hostages from the terrorists.
5My umbrella saved me from getting wet in the rain.
6The antivirus software saved my computer from a virus attack.
7The insurance company saved us from financial ruin.
8The guard saved the priceless artifacts from theft.
9The doctor saved the patient from a fatal disease.
10The warning system saved the city from a major disaster.

Phrasal Verb - preventing or hindering

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Keep from is a phrasal verb that means to prevent or hinder someone or something from doing something. It is often used to express the idea of stopping an action or preventing a situation from happening. This phrasal verb can be used both transitively and intransitively.

Examples​

No.Example
1She kept her siblings from fighting by distracting them with a game.
2We kept the ball from going out of bounds by catching it before it reached the line.
3He kept himself from getting wet by standing under the awning.
4She kept her emotions from showing during the interview.
5They kept the noise from disturbing the neighbors by turning down the music.
6He was determined to keep his promises from being broken.
7She kept the secret from her friends by not telling them.
8They kept the children from getting bored by planning various activities.
9He kept the rain from getting in by closing the windows.
10She kept the dog from barking by giving it a treat

Phrasal Verb - Looking after

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To take care of someone or something; to provide for their needs and protect them. 2. To keep an eye on something or someone, to supervise or attend to it. 3. To deal with a situation, to handle it or take responsibility for it.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'll be looking after the kids while you're at work.
2Can you look after the dog while we're on vacation?
3You need to look after yourself more and eat healthier.
4The manager asked me to look after the new employee.
5I'll look after the finances while you focus on the marketing.
6We need to look after our elderly neighbors during the winter.
7The teacher asked the students to look after each other during recess.
8Can you look after this package for me while I run an errand?
9I'll look after the project while my colleague is on leave.
10We need to look after the environment by reducing our carbon footprint.

Phrasal Verb - Looking out

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

Image illustrating the verb Looking out

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Definition​

  1. To keep a watchful eye on something or someone, usually to protect or help. 2. To prepare oneself for a potential problem or danger. 3. To consider the interests or needs of others before one's own.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'll be looking out for you at the party, make sure you have a good time.
2Can you look out for my cat while I'm away?
3The lifeguard is looking out for swimmers in the pool.
4Look out for that pothole in the road!
5He looked out for his siblings when their parents were sick.
6The teacher looked out for the students who were struggling.
7The security guard is looking out for the safety of the building.
8Look out for each other during the hike.
9The coach looked out for the well-being of his team.
10Look out for your wallet when you're in a crowded place.