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Phrasal Verb - Hanging Out

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Raymundo CH

Image illustrating the verb Hanging Out

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'hang out' means to spend time in a relaxed and sociable way, often in a specific place or with a particular group of people. It can also mean to wait or linger in a place.

Examples​

No.Example
1I usually hang out at the local coffee shop in the afternoon.
2Let's hang out at the beach this weekend.
3Can you hang out for a while and help me study?
4The teenagers like to hang out at the mall.
5My friends and I like to hang out at the park on Sundays.
6I'll be hanging out at home tonight.
7The tourists like to hang out in Times Square.
8The kids hang out at the playground during recess.
9Let's hang out at the bar after work.
10The students hang out in the library during exam week.

Phrasal Verb - Lying Down

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Raymundo CH

Image illustrating the verb Lying Down

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Definition​

"Lying down" is a phrasal verb which means to recline, to rest or to place oneself, something or someone in a horizontal position. It can also be used figuratively to indicate submission, surrender or giving up.

Examples​

No.Example
1After a long day at work, I like to lie down on the couch and relax.
2The sick child was asked to lie down and rest.
3The sunbather lay down on the beach towel.
4The soldiers were ordered to lie down and surrender.
5The dog lay down next to its owner.
6The students were asked to lie down on the floor for a group exercise.
7The injured hiker was airlifted to the hospital where he had to lie down for several hours.
8The tired horse was allowed to lie down in the shade.
9The prisoners were forced to lie down on the cold floor.
10The detective asked the suspect to lie down on the bed and remove his shoes.