Phrasal Verbs Archives

Let out

To "let out" means to allow something to escape such as a sound, air, or emotion. It may also mean to make something bigger, rent something, or finish an event.

March 27, 2026 Read More

Rise up

To "rise up" means to stand up or move upward, or to unite and protest against something, especially authority or unfair treatment. It can describe physical movement or collective action.

March 24, 2026 Read More

Sneak around

To "sneak around" means to move or behave secretly, usually to avoid being seen or to hide something.

March 21, 2026 Read More

Stick around

To "stick around" means to stay in a place or remain available instead of leaving, often to wait, help, or see what happens.

March 17, 2026 Read More

Bounce back

To "bounce back" means to recover quickly from a difficult situation and return to feeling well, confident, or successful again.

March 14, 2026 Read More

Run away

To "run away" means to leave or escape suddenly from a place, person, or situation. It can also mean to avoid responsibility or to leave secretly, often for emotional or romantic…

February 17, 2026 Read More

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

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

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

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