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Phrasal Verb - pushing out

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To force something or someone out or away, usually by applying pressure or making an effort. This phrasal verb can also mean to make something known or to bring it into existence.

Examples​

No.Example
1The baby was pushing out in the delivery room.
2The protesters were pushing out against the police line.
3He pushed out his chest to look more intimidating.
4The new product is expected to push out the old one.
5She pushed out her ideas in the meeting.
6The storm pushed out the boat onto the shore.
7The company is pushing out a new advertising campaign.
8He pushed out his hand for a handshake.
9The sun was pushing out the last of the clouds.
10The manager pushed out the underperforming employees.

Phrasal Verb - railing_against

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To strongly object or protest against something, often in a persistent or frequent way. This phrasal verb can also mean to criticize or attack someone or something consistently.

Examples​

No.Example
1She couldn't rail against the decision for long as it was final.
2The protesters continued to rail against the new tax law.
3He railed against the injustice of the situation.
4The critics rail against the new movie, but it's gaining popularity.
5She railed against the boss's unfair treatment of her.
6The team railed against the referee's calls.
7The opposition party railed against the government's policies.
8He railed against the traffic, cursing and honking his horn.
9The activists railed against the corporation's environmental practices.
10She railed against the stereotypes, speaking out for equality.

Phrasal Verb - shouting down

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

A phrasal verb meaning to loudly and forcefully interrupt or silence someone, often through verbal protest or demonstration. This can be done to express disagreement, to prevent someone from speaking, or to draw attention to a cause.

Examples​

No.Example
1Protesters shouted down the speaker during her lecture.
2The students shouted down their classmate for making a racist remark.
3The audience shouted down the performer when he made an offensive joke.
4During the debate, one candidate was repeatedly shouted down by her opponents.
5The president was shouted down by the crowd as he tried to deliver his speech.
6The activists shouted down the radio host during his controversial interview.
7The protesters shouted down the mayor during the city council meeting.
8The crowd shouted down the performer, demanding that he leave the stage.
9The students shouted down their teacher for using an insensitive term in class.
10The demonstrators shouted down the politician, refusing to let him speak.

Phrasal Verb - Sitting Out (Phrasal Verb)

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To deliberately choose not to participate in an activity or event, often due to personal reasons or a strategic decision. 2. To wait or observe from the sidelines, especially during a game or competition. 3. To be excluded or omitted from a group or activity.

Examples​

No.Example
1John decided to sit out the party due to a family emergency.
2The coach asked the injured player to sit out the next game.
3Several students chose to sit out the protest.
4The new employee was asked to sit out the meeting while they familiarized themselves with the team.
5The team agreed to let their star player sit out the last match to rest.
6The pregnant woman was advised to sit out the long hike.
7The controversial speaker was asked to sit out the debate.
8The dog was told to sit out the kitchen while dinner was being prepared.
9Due to the rain, the spectators were invited to sit out in the covered grandstand.
10The investor decided to sit out the market until the economic situation improved.

Phrasal Verb - Holding Up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To delay or prevent something from happening or being done, often by obstructing or showing resistance. 2. To maintain or support something, such as a position or an argument.

Examples​

No.Example
1The protesters held up the construction project for several days.
2He held up the book to hide his face.
3She held up her end of the bargain.
4The traffic jam held up our progress.
5The detective held up a sketch of the suspect.
6The students held up a protest against the new policy.
7He held up his hand for a moment of silence.
8The manager held up a meeting to discuss the project.
9They held up their teammates when they were down.
10The artist held up a mirror to society.