Phrasal Verbs
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Meaning: To make someone annoyed or angry.
Example: The repeated delays in the project really tick off the clients and make them lose confidence. Read more ➺
Meaning: To think about something carefully and slowly before making a decision.
Example: She decided to mull over the job offer before accepting it. Read more ➺
Meaning: It means that someone did not understand the remark or joke.
Example: She seems like a very smart lady, but my sense of humor seems to be lost on her. Read more ➺
Meaning: To have a disagreement or quarrel with someone and stop being friendly. (fall out, falling-out)
Example: They fell out over money and haven't spoken since. Read more ➺
Meaning: to meet someone
Example: The men had never come across a failure and hence did not know how to deal with it. Read more ➺
Meaning: Abandon a person or responsibility suddenly or unfairly.
Example: He walked out on his wife and two kids without a word. Read more ➺
Meaning: Spend time idly or lazily with no specific purpose or activity.
Example: After a long week, I just want to veg out on the couch and binge-watch my favorite series. Read more ➺
Meaning: Gradually decrease in strength, intensity, or effectiveness, especially of sensations, effects, or emotions.
Example: The painkiller started to wear off after a few hours. Read more ➺
Meaning: Leave one's home or place for social or recreational activity.
Example: After a long day at work, we decided to go out for dinner and catch a late-night movie with friends. Read more ➺
Meaning: Betraying one’s principles, values, or supporters in exchange for personal gain.
Example: Many fans felt the politician sold out when he abandoned his campaign promises for corporate donations. Read more ➺
