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Travel Phrasal Verbs

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A phrasal verb is a verb made up of a verb plus one or more particles (e.g. of, in, up) that modify or change its meaning. For example, the phrasal verb “give up” means “stop doing”, which is different from Read More …

for verb+ing

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‘For verb+ing’ is used to give a reason for something. Example Sentences She was promoted for getting new accounts. I’m indebted to you for helping me on the project.

On edge

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feeling nervous : not calm or relaxed She was on edge [=edgy] before her exam. = Her nerves were on edge before her exam.

No sweat

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with little or no difficulty : EASILY I can do that no sweat. “Can you move that big board for me?” “Sure, no sweat.” “Thanks a lot for your help.” “No sweat.” [=helping was not difficult and I was glad to do it]

Lift a finger

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to make an effort to do something — usually used in negative statements I have so many chores to do, and my sister won’t lift a finger to help me. He never lifted a finger to try to improve his failing grades.

Arm in arm

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next to each other with the arm of one person linked at the elbow to the arm of another person a couple walking down the street arm in arm

In a huff

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in an angry or annoyed state They argued and she left in a huff. When he didn’t get the promotion, he quit his job in a huff. [=he got angry and suddenly quit his job]

Make it big

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to become very successful He always dreamed of making it big in the movie industry.

Take it easy

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1 : to relax and avoid hard work or strain The doctor told her she should take it easy for a while. 2 : to stay or become calm and unexcited — usually used as a command Take it easy, Joe. Everything is going Read More …

Turn turtle

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to turn upside down Their boat turned turtle during the storm.