phrasal verbs Flashcards
to cancel or stop something
call smth off
We might have to call … the picnic tomorrow if the weather forecast predicts heavy rain all day.
off
I am … to do my research to this topic
about
Even when criticized unfairly, Maria refused to argue back, believing she … petty workplace drama.
was above
This is a great shop if what you’re … is a gift that she will truly treasure.
after
How did the problem … about in the first place? (to happen, or start to happen)
come
The old woman was behind …(= late paying) the rent.
with
to be going to experience something unpleasant very soon
be in for smth
The weather forecast says we’re … for heavy rain this evening.
in
to ask someone in a formal way to do something
to call on someone
They’re calling … all men and boys over the age of 14 to join the army.
on
to consider something as a reason to have a bad opinion about someone or something: to hold smth … smn
against
He made a mistake, but I don’t hold it … him – we all make mistakes.
against
to not do something, often because of fear or because you do not want to make a bad situation worse
hold back
She tried to … her tears during the emotional farewell, but a few slipped down her cheeks.
hold back
His fear of failure almost made him hold back … applying to his dream job, but he decided to take the risk.
from
Investors are advised to … on to their stocks during market fluctuations unless absolutely necessary.
hold
She’s been holding … two part-time jobs while studying for her degree.
down
The company promised to … down costs this year to avoid layoffs.
hold
Consumers looking to buy new homes are holding … for better interest rates.
out
to do something, often something that other people would disapprove of: get … to smth
up
She usually … up to some sort of trouble at school.
gets
They couldn’t see the … of more training.
point
People don’t understand the risks of ultra-processed food and we’re not managing to get the message … very well.
across
I’m always on the … for interesting new recipes.
lookout
to prepare something, usually something official, in writing
draw smth up
If something is … you, you are unable to understand it
beyond
Physics is completely … me. (I don’t understand it)
beyond
to tell someone about something that is secret, or to allow someone to become involved in something that only very few people are involved in
let smn in on smth
Debbie agreed to let me … on her plans.
in
