3 posts tagged with "Surprises"

Phrasal Verb - Running up

March 13, 2026 · 2 min read

Raymundo CH

Image illustrating the verb Running up

Image uploaded to Pixabay by Couleur

To approach or reach a person, situation, or problem quickly and unexpectedly, often causing trouble or anxiety.
To total or accumulate an amount, especially unexpectedly or suddenly.
To move quickly towards someone or something.

No.	Example
1	She ran up to the stage to thank the singer for a great performance.
2	The bills ran up quickly, putting the family in debt.
3	The children ran up to their mother with exciting news.
4	The traffic ran up behind us, forcing us to speed up.
5	The storm ran up suddenly, catching us off guard.
6	The debt ran up so fast that they had to declare bankruptcy.
7	He ran up the stairs two at a time.
8	The salesman ran up a large bill with his excessive spending.
9	The crowd ran up to the field to watch the parade.
10	The cost of the renovation ran up unexpectedly

March 13, 2026 · 2 min read

Raymundo CH

Image illustrating the verb Showing up

Image uploaded to Pixabay by jackmac34

To arrive at a place or event unexpectedly, often causing surprise or disruption.
To perform or be present in a situation, often to support or help someone else.

No.	Example
1	I couldn't believe it when my ex-girlfriend showed up at the party.
2	The fire department showed up just in time to put out the fire.
3	My friend's parents always show up at his soccer games to cheer him on.
4	The surprise guest of honor showed up late to the birthday party.
5	The police showed up to investigate the disturbance.
6	My sister showed up at my doorstep looking for a place to stay.
7	The band showed up to perform at the charity event.
8	My boss showed up unexpectedly to check on our progress.
9	The volunteers showed up to help clean up the park.
10	The guests showed up dressed in costumes for the themed party.

March 12, 2026 · 2 min read

Raymundo CH

Image illustrating the verb Letting Out

Image uploaded to Pixabay by geralt

To cause something, especially a secret, to be known or become public.
To release or permit something to be released, especially suddenly or unintentionally.
To allow someone to leave a place or go away.

No.	Example
1	The whistleblower let out sensitive information to the media.
2	The fireworks let out a loud bang, startling everyone.
3	The car let out a cloud of smoke as it drove away.
4	He let out a sigh of relief after passing the exam.
5	She let out a cry of joy when she saw the surprise party.
6	The prisoners were let out of their cells after the riot was quelled.
7	The manager let out the new employee after only a week of training.
8	The dog let out a bark when it heard a knock on the door.
9	The explosion let out a bright light, illuminating the night sky.
10	The teacher let out the class early due to bad weather.