37 // Reading and Writing Flashcards
complete a form
FILL IN
Before you can use the gym, you need to fill in this form.
write something in full by hand
WRITE OUT
Ted always writes out his essays instead of typing them.
make written notes quickly
JOT DOWN
The journalist jotted down the details as Dan described his role in the new movie.
write something quickly or roughly
SCRIBBLE DOWN
Miguel scribbled down a note to his housemate to say that he was going out for the evening.
type something from written notes
TYPE UP
Celia read through her notes from today’s lecture and typed them up.
read short parts of a book or text
DIP INTO
I’ve only dipped into Nia’s new novel, but it’s fantastic so far.
read with great attention
PORE OVER
We pored over the old document looking for clues.
represent, be an abbreviation for
STAND FOR
- What does UFO stand for?
- It stands for Unidentified Flying Object.
result in
constitute
MAKE FOR
Adventures in the Wilderness should make for interesting reading!
reduce in size
CUT DOWN
Your essay’s too long, Marcel. You need to cut it down a bit.
record information by writing it
WRITE DOWN
When I write a restaurant review I usually write down a few thoughts while I’m eating.
enter information by writing it
WRITE IN
When completing the form, Damian wrote in his age.
remove material from a text
CUT OUT
Okay. I’ll try to cut out 500 words.
write or type something in full from notes
WRITE UP
I wrote up my review at home later that evening.
make written notes
NOTE DOWN
Paco read the book and noted down the most important points.
