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Phrasal Verb - Pulling Up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Pulling up is a phrasal verb that means to help or support someone or something, often by lifting or raising them. It can also mean to stop or halt something, or to prepare for a challenge or situation. This phrasal verb can be used in various contexts, including social situations, driving, and work.

Examples​

No.Example
1John helped pull up his friend's car when it got stuck in the mud.
2The teacher pulled up the students when they were making fun of a classmate.
3The driver pulled up at a red light.
4The coach pulled up his team before a big game to give them a pep talk.
5The firefighters pulled up the hose to put out the fire.
6My boss pulled me up when I made a mistake in my report.
7The construction workers pulled up the heavy machinery to move it to another location.
8The children pulled up their socks before going outside to play in the snow.
9The sailors pulled up the anchor to set sail.
10The students pulled up their textbooks to study for the exam.

Phrasal Verb - Seeing to

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

"Seeing to" is a phrasal verb that means taking care of or making sure that something is done. It implies taking responsibility for an action or a task, often implying that the speaker is doing it themselves or supervising someone else doing it.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'll see to it that the guests are accommodated comfortably.
2Can you see to it that the reports are finished by Friday?
3She saw to it that her children were well-behaved during the dinner.
4I'll see to it that the car is serviced regularly.
5He saw to it that the project was completed on time.
6The manager saw to it that all the employees were trained properly.
7She saw to it that the bills were paid on time.
8Can you see to it that the windows are cleaned before the guests arrive?
9The butler saw to it that the table was set for dinner.
10He saw to it that the children were fed and bathed before bedtime.

Phrasal Verb - Setting About

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Set about is a phrasal verb that means to begin or start doing something, usually with a sense of determination or purpose. It can also mean to cause something to begin or to arrange for something to be done.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'll set about preparing dinner as soon as everyone gets home.
2Let's set about finding a solution to this problem.
3The builder set about constructing the new house early in the morning.
4She set about organizing the party with great enthusiasm.
5The children set about building a sandcastle on the beach.
6My mom set about cooking a big meal for the whole family.
7The company set about implementing new policies to improve efficiency.
8We set about exploring the forest, looking for interesting plants and animals.
9The students set about studying for their exams, determined to pass.
10The teacher set about grading the papers, which would take several hours.

Phrasal Verb - knucklingdown

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To apply oneself diligently, usually to a difficult or unpleasant task. This phrasal verb implies a great deal of effort and determination, as if one is getting ready to 'battle' the task at hand.

Examples​

No.Example
1I know you don't want to, but we really need to knuckle down and finish this project by the deadline.
2If you want to pass the exam, you'll have to knuckle down and study every day.
3I've been putting off calling my mom, but I know I need to knuckle down and make that call.
4The team has been struggling all season, but they finally knuckled down and won the championship.
5I've been meaning to organize my closet for months, but I just haven't been able to knuckle down and do it.
6The CEO called an emergency meeting to address the company's financial problems. Everyone knew they needed to knuckle down and find a solution.
7My brother is always the first to knuckle down and get to work when we have a group project.
8I can't believe we're behind schedule again. We need to knuckle down and focus if we want to meet our deadlines.
9The construction project was delayed due to inclement weather, but the workers finally knuckled down and got back to work.
10The students in the advanced math class knew they had to knuckle down if they wanted to keep up with the challenging material.

Phrasal Verb - leaving off

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To deliberately omit or exclude something, usually because it is not important or not necessary in a particular context.
  2. To stop doing something, often suddenly or temporarily.
  3. To postpone or delay the start of something.

Examples​

No.Example
1I forgot to leave off a crucial detail in my report.
2He left off his jacket before entering the room.
3She left off studying for the exam to watch TV.
4The construction project was forced to leave off due to bad weather.
5The band left off playing to take a break.
6He left off his criticism when she started to cry.
7She left off her nagging when he promised to help more.
8The teacher left off the lesson early due to a fire drill.
9The hikers left off their trail to explore a nearby lake.
10The artist left off painting for the day, exhausted.