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Phrasal Verbs

Let down

Let down

To "let down" means to disappoint someone by failing to meet expectations. It can also mean to lower something physically or to release air or loosen something.
February 11, 2026 Read More
Turn up

Turn up

To "turn up" means to appear or arrive, often unexpectedly, or to be found after being lost. It can also mean to increase the level or intensity of something, such as…
February 1, 2026 Read More
Give away

Give away

To "give away" means to donate something freely or without expecting payment, or to reveal information or feelings, often unintentionally. It can also refer to betraying a secret or showing something…
January 27, 2026 Read More
Put up

Put up

To "put up" means to build, erect, or display something in a higher position. Commonly it means to provide accommodation or to increase the price or value of something.
January 5, 2026 Read More
Run over

Run over

To "run over" means to hit or pass over something with a vehicle, or to exceed a planned limit such as time or length. It can also mean to go through…
December 24, 2025 Read More
Wrap up

Wrap up

To "wrap up" means to finish or conclude something, such as a meeting, task, or activity. It can also mean to dress warmly or to cover or package something completely, depending…
December 18, 2025 Read More
Turn on

Turn on

To "turn on" means to activate or start something, such as a device, machine, or system. It can also mean to stimulate excitement or strong interest.
December 16, 2025 Read More
Cut off

Cut off

To "cut off" means to stop or interrupt the flow, supply, or continuation of something, such as communication, utilities, or speech. It can also mean to interrupt someone while they’re talking.
December 15, 2025 Read More
Shut off

Shut off

To "shut off" means to stop the flow, operation, or power of something, such as a device, machine, or system. It can also mean for something to stop functioning on its…
December 9, 2025 Read More
Come down

Come down

To "come down" means to move from a higher position to a lower one. It can also mean to be passed down over time, to criticize someone strongly or to reach…
December 2, 2025 Read More