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Phrasal Verb - laying in

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To prepare oneself or someone else for a long rest or recovery period, especially in a hospital or after giving birth. 2. To move something into a position for storage or safekeeping, often implying careful handling. 3. To begin or engage in an activity, often implying a prolonged effort or commitment.

Examples​

No.Example
1After the surgery, the patient will need to lay in for several days.
2The captain ordered the crew to lay in their sails and prepare for battle.
3My grandma asked me to help her lay in the quilts for the winter.
4You need to lay in supplies before the storm hits.
5I'll be laying in for the night as soon as I finish this report.
6The firefighters had to lay in hoses to reach the burning building.
7The coach told the team to lay in for the final push towards the championship.
8The crew laid in the anchors to wait out the storm.
9My mom asked me to help her lay in the groceries when we got home.
10The soldiers were ordered to lay in their weapons and prepare for inspection.

Phrasal Verb - Living On (Phrasal Verb)

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Raymundo CH

Image illustrating the verb Living On (Phrasal Verb)

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Definition​

To continue to exist, survive, or thrive, often after a difficult or challenging experience. This phrasal verb implies that the situation or experience has had a significant impact on someone or something, and that they are now able to move forward or adapt in a new way.

Examples​

No.Example
1Despite the loss of their loved one, the family managed to live on.
2The old factory closed down, but the community lived on, finding new ways to support each other.
3He was devastated by the failure of his business, but he refused to give up and instead lived on, determined to start anew.
4The injured bird was able to live on, thanks to the care of the wildlife rehabilitation center.
5After the earthquake, the survivors lived on, rebuilding their homes and their lives.
6The company faced bankruptcy, but it managed to live on, thanks to the innovation and hard work of its employees.
7Despite the setbacks, the athlete lived on, pushing himself to be better and to reach his goals.
8The elderly woman lived on, surrounded by her family and her memories.
9The city was rebuilt, and life went on, as if the disaster had never happened.
10Despite the challenges, the students lived on, determined to graduate and to succeed in their careers.