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Phrasal Verb - Nailing Down

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To nail down something means to determine or establish a specified time, date, or amount, especially one that is previously uncertain. It can also refer to killing or defeating something emphatically, or convincing someone of something with evidence.

Examples​

No.Example
1The manager needed to nail down the exact date for the meeting.
2After weeks of uncertainty, the team was finally able to nail down the location for the retreat.
3She worked hard to nail down the correct measurements for the project.
4The team nailed down the opponent 10-0, making it a convincing victory.
5Evidence from the scene helped the investigators to nail down the suspect's identity.
6The actor struggled to nail down the correct tone for the drama.
7The meteorologists are trying to nail down the timing for the impending storm.
8After many failures, the inventor was finally able to nail down the crucial flaw in the design.
9During the investigation, they were able to nail down the owner of the vehicle at fault.
10She tried to nail down the location of the much-loved scenic spot from her childhood.

Phrasal Verb - Come After

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To pursue, follow, or track someone or something in order to catch up with them, deal with the consequences of their actions, or respond to their behavior. It can also mean to occur or happen in a later time, often as a result of pursuing or following something.

Examples​

No.Example
1The detective had to come after the suspect who had fled the scene.
2She had to come after her rented car as the previous owner had left it in a bad condition.
3The latest technology comes after years of research and development.
4The new law will come after a contentious debate in the parliament.
5He had to come after the fire to repair the damage.
6The experts will come after the accident to analyze the causes and consequences.
7The musician's new album comes after a three-year hiatus.
8The military will come after the terrorists who have taken hostages.
9The court will come after the defendant who has been in hiding.
10The company has developed a new material that comes after carbon fiber in terms of strength.