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Phrasal Verb - Matching Up

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To match up refers to the act of finding a suitable or corresponding match for someone or something, typically in a romantic or social context. This may involve creating a mutual connection or relationship where both parties feel a sense of compatibility or compatibility.

Examples​

No.Example
1The dating app was designed to help people match up with compatible partners.
2The company's algorithm was meant to match up customers with their ideal shoes based on their personal style.
3She was trying to match up with her new coworker for lunch.
4The matchmaker's job was to match up couples for marriage.
5The system was able to match up users with similar interests.
6The social event was organized to help people match up with new friends.
7The app allowed users to match up with people who shared similar passions.
8She was struggling to match up with someone who shared her love of hiking.
9The dating website was used to match up people with their ideal partners based on a quiz.
10The coach tried to match up the players with their strengths and weaknesses for the game.

Phrasal Verb - Moving Along

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To move along means to continue with something, often to proceed with a plan or situation, but also to dismiss something as unnecessary or to show indifference. It can also imply a more literal movement, such as walking or moving in a particular direction. The phrase is often used to encourage someone to keep going, especially when faced with challenges or difficulties.

Examples​

No.Example
1She decided to move along with her plans and ignore the naysayers.
2The teacher told the students to move along to the next lesson.
3After the break-up, he moved along and started dating again.
4The mailman moved along the sidewalk, delivering the mail to each house.
5The investigators moved along the trail, following the clues to solve the mystery.
6The tourists moved along the crowded streets, taking in the sights and sounds.
7She moved along through the tough times and ended up becoming a successful businesswoman.
8The DJs moved along the floor, dancing to the music and entertaining the crowd.
9The kids moved along the playground, laughing and playing on the swings and slides.
10The scientists moved along the research, making new discoveries and advancing their field.

Phrasal Verb - Nudging Along

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To encourage or help someone or something to continue or make progress, often in a difficult or challenging situation. This can involve providing support, guidance, or motivation to overcome obstacles and achieve a goal or desired outcome.

Examples​

No.Example
1The coach had to nudge along the struggling player to help them stay motivated during the tough game.
2The students were struggling to complete their project, so their teacher had to nudge along and provide extra guidance.
3After a tough breakup, Sarah's friends had to nudge along her to help her move on and get back to her normal life.
4The investors had to nudge along the startup to provide them with necessary resources to turn their idea into a successful business.
5The nurse had to nudge along the elderly patient to help them recover from their illness and regain their strength.
6The parents had to nudge along their teenager to encourage them to take an interest in extracurricular activities.
7The hiking guide had to nudge along the group to make sure everyone stayed on track and didn't get lost in the woods.
8The company had to nudge along their new employees to help them adjust to the corporate culture and make them feel more comfortable in their new roles.
9The organizers had to nudge along the artists to get them to showcase their work and participate in the art exhibition.
10The couple had to nudge along each other to keep their relationship from becoming stale and work on their communication skills.

Phrasal Verb - patching up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

to repair or restore something, especially a relationship, a financial situation, or a physical area that has been damaged or broken; to fill gaps or holes in something, often using a material like wood or plastic.

Examples​

No.Example
1After the fight, they tried to patch up their relationship.
2The team worked hard to patch up the damaged road after the storm.
3The financial crisis was causing problems all over the city, but the new initiative helped to patch up the economy.
4The politician promised to patch up the gaps in the social security system.
5They spent hours patching up the hole in the wall.
6The healthcare system was in disarray, but a new policy aimed to patch up access to medical care.
7It's been five years, but we still can't patch up the broken trust between us.
8The company invested in a new program to patch up the financial discrepancies in the budget.
9The volcanic ash was causing major damage, but the environmentalists were working hard to patch up the affected areas.
10The charity event was a successful attempt to patch up the gap in funding for the community center.

Phrasal Verb - paying back

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

to repay or give back something, especially money, to someone, often in the form of compensation, reparation, or revenge; to return something, such as a favor, kindness, or money, that had been given or lent, usually to restore balance or to settle a debt.

Examples​

No.Example
1The court ordered the company to pay back the money it had illegally collected from its customers.
2I'll pay back the loan as soon as I get my next paycheck.
3He felt guilty for taking the money and promised to pay it back to his sister.
4The bank had to pay back the investors after the stock market crashed.
5If you borrow something from me, you have to pay it back when I ask for it.
6The university will pay back the tuition fees to the students who received false admissions letters.
7The politician was accused of paying back bribes from wealthy donors.
8The company will pay back the interest on the loan to the bank within the next month.
9After the wedding reception, the groom had to pay back the charge to his card
10The store will pay back the difference if the prices are lower when the customer brings the proof of lowest sale price

Phrasal Verb - Pining for

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Pine for is a phrasal verb that means to feel a strong sentiment of longing or yearning for something or someone, often to the point of melancholy or nostalgia. It can be used to describe a deep emotional desire or a persistent and often unfulfilled wish.

Examples​

No.Example
1I've been pining for a chance to travel the world since I was a teenager.
2She's been pining for her ex-boyfriend and can't stop thinking about him.
3The lost loved one has been pining for a reunion of families.
4Many have been pining for the older version of video game since the new version came out.
5Personally, I have been pining for a very clear sunny day this whole week.
6The people in the small town had been pineing for the return of travel in the area.
7Many young adults pine for fame on the social media.
8The tourists have been pining for a fun experience in the party city.
9My grandmother has been pining for the taste of her mother's homemade bread.
10A lot of children play video games so they can be transformed into their characters to avoid pining for characters once as real living others.

Phrasal Verb - Prying Into

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'pry into' means to try to learn or discover secret or private information by questioning someone repeatedly, often in an annoying or insistent way. It can also imply using persuasion, influence, or coercion to obtain information.

Examples​

No.Example
1My neighbor is always prying into other people's business.
2She tries to pry into the company's confidential files.
3He was prying into my personal life without my consent.
4The journalist was accused of prying into the politician's private affairs.
5Stop prying into my parents' financial matters.
6The detective was trying to pry into the suspect's alibi.
7They don't want anyone to pry into their private communications.
8The cheating spouse was caught prying into their partner's text messages.
9The thief was trying to pry into the safe where the valuable jewels were kept.
10Please respect people's boundaries and don't pry into their private life.

Phrasal Verb - Setting aside or saving for later

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Put aside is a phrasal verb that means to save or set something aside for future use or consideration. It can also mean to postpone or delay an action or decision. This phrasal verb can be used with both objects and infinitives.

Examples​

No.Example
1I put aside $100 every month for my savings.
2Let's put aside our differences and focus on the project.
3We need to put aside our ego and work as a team.
4Can we put aside this discussion until tomorrow?
5I put aside my fears and took the job offer.
6They put aside their studies to help their parents.
7Let's put aside our plans for now and see how things develop.
8The company put aside funds for research and development.
9I put aside my doubts and trusted his judgment.
10We need to put aside our prejudices and look at the facts.

Phrasal Verb - Shooting Down

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To argue against or disprove something forcefully and effectively, to reject an idea or proposal, to prevent something from happening, often using persuasive or logical reasons.

Examples​

No.Example
1The opponents of the new project were unable to shoot down all the arguments in favor.
2During the debate, one speaker effectively shot down all the claims made by the other side.
3The CEO shot down the suggestion to implement a new policy due to its high cost.
4Despite her best efforts, she was unable to shoot down the rumors about her personal life.
5The committee voted to shoot down the proposal due to insufficient evidence.
6The team's coach shot down their excuses and demanded they focus on improving their performance.
7The president's decision to shoot down the peace talks was heavily criticized.
8The jury shot down the defendant's alibi, leading to his conviction.
9The negotiators were able to shoot down the opposing side's demands, resulting in a favorable agreement.
10The CEO's harsh response shot down morale in the office, leading to decreased productivity.

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​

No.Example
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.