Phrasal Verb Flashcards
1
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Digging up
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to take something out of the ground by digging:
“It’s time we dug up those potatoes.”
2
Q
Take up
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- Meaning: to start doing something regularly, a hobby
“I never knew you played tennis. When did you take it up?”
“Mr. Hartford says he has been feeling a lot healthier and more relaxed since he took up golf.” - Meaning: to occupy space or time:
“I’m sorry I have taken up your precious time, but I really needed to clear up this issue”.
“Why don’t you get rid of that sofa? It takes up too much space of your living room.”
3
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Roll out
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to make a new product, service, or system available for the first time:
“A media campaign is expected to roll out early next year.”
“The company plans to roll out the scheme across Europe in the coming months.”
4
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Lash out
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to suddenly attack someone or something physically or criticize him, her, or it in an angry way:
“I was only teasing him and suddenly he lashed out (at me) and hit me in the face.”
“Why’s Tina in such a bad mood? She really lashed out at me when I was late for work.”