Phrasal Verbs

Question 1

Brush up on

Answer 1

To review or improve one’s knowledge or skills in a particular subject.

Example: “I need to brush up on my Spanish before my trip to Mexico.”

Question 2

Phase out

Answer 2

To gradually discontinue or replace something.

Example: “The company plans to phase out the old software and introduce a new system.”

Question 3

Rule Out

Answer 3

To exclude or eliminate as a possibility.

Example: “The doctor ruled out any serious health concerns after conducting various tests.”

Question 4

Come across

Answer 4

To encounter or find something unexpectedly.

Example: “I came across an interesting book at the bookstore.”

Question 5

Run into

Answer 5

To meet or encounter someone unexpectedly.

Example: “I ran into an old friend from high school at the mall.”

Question 6

Live Up To

Answer 6

To meet or fulfill expectations or standards.

Example: “The new restaurant certainly lived up to its reputation for excellent food.”