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Phrasal Verbs

Stand by

Stand by

To "stand by" means to be ready or on alert. It also means to support someone, especially in difficult times.
July 6, 2025 Read More
Point out

Point out

To "point out" means to direct someone’s attention to a specific object, fact, or detail. It can also be used to clarify information or criticize someone.
July 4, 2025 Read More
Make out

Make out

To "make out" most commonly means to kiss and touch someone passionately. Also when someone is coping with a situation or to see something more clearly.
July 3, 2025 Read More
Turn out

Turn out

To "turn out" most commonly means to end, happen, or develop in a particular way. Or to show up for an event.
July 1, 2025 Read More
Look through

Look through

To "look through" something means to go through such things as documents, papers, or files. It can also mean to pretend to not see someone.
June 28, 2025 Read More
Drop off

Drop off

To "drop off" means to deliver or leave someone or something at a place. It also means to decline in amount, level, or quality.
June 25, 2025 Read More
Check in

Check in

To "check in" means to register upon arrival or to confirm, communicate or reconnect briefly.
June 23, 2025 Read More
Work out

Work out

To "work out" means to exercise, find a solution to a problem, or to have a favorable outcome.
June 19, 2025 Read More
Lift off

Lift off

To "lift off" means to leave the ground and begin flight or to take off in popularity, success, or momentum.
June 8, 2025 Read More
Hang on

Hang on

To "hang on" means to ask someone to wait briefly or to hold something tightly.
June 6, 2025 Read More