List 3 Flashcards
set off
start a journey, trip or race Ex: We set off for work at seven thirty.
try out
test Ex: I’m going to try this new brand of detergent out.
tune up
adjust a musical instrument Ex: The orchestra tuned up their instruments before the concert.
turn into
change in nature, quality, or condition Ex: Tadpoles turn into frogs.
bring back
return, cause to remember Ex: Visiting my old school brought back memories of when I was a pupil there.
give up
stop trying Ex: My math homework was too difficult so I gave up.
hand over
give (usually unwillingly) Ex: The police asked the man to hand over his wallet and his weapons.
laugh at
amused by; make fun of Ex: I love to laugh at my dad’s jokes.
bring up
educate; call attention to; vomit Ex: My mom was brought up by her grandparents.
dress up
put on special clothes Ex: It’s a fancy restaurant so we have to dress up.