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Phrasal Verb - handing in

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To formally submit or present something, especially a document or an assignment, to a person or an authority, often with the implication of completing a task or ending a process. 2. To give or transfer something, especially a responsibility or a duty, to someone else.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'll be handing in my resignation letter to my boss tomorrow.
2Can you please hand in your homework before the class starts?
3The students were nervous about handing in their exams.
4The new employee will be handing in reports to the manager every week.
5I'll be handing over my keys to the real estate agent when we move.
6The team captain handed the ball to the goalkeeper during the penalty shootout.
7The CEO handed the project to a new team leader.
8The teacher handed out the test papers to the students.
9The janitor handed in his notice after 10 years of service.
10The detective handed the evidence to the forensic team for analysis.

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.