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to bring up

to take off

to drop off

to get over

to turn off

to fill out

to try on

to look up

to look after

10-

to go over

11-

to take after

12-

to pick up

13-

to get on

14-

to give up

15-

to get through

16-

to change one's mind

17-

to pay attention to somebody or something

18-

to have a good time

19-

to moan

20-

to make sure

21-

to lose

22-

patience

23-

to do one's bit

24-

to giggle

25-

to soak

26-

to die down

27-

to devote

28-

stuff

29-

to keep an eye on somebody or something

30-

chore

31-

priority

32-

to drive somebody crazy / mad

33-

do not ask me

To bring up

/bɹˈɪŋ ˈʌp/

Verb

to look after a child until they reach maturity

Example

The grandparents played a significant role in bringing up their grandchildren.

The foster parents were committed to bringing up the child in a loving environment.

As a single parent, she worked hard to bring up her son.

Grammatical Information:

transitive

Phrasal Status

inseparable

phrase's verb

bring

phrase's particle

To take off

/tˈeɪk ˈɔf/

Verb

to become famous and successful in a sudden and rapid manner

Grammatical Information:

intransitive

Phrasal Status

inseparable

phrase's verb

take

phrase's particle

off

To drop off

/dɹˈɑːp ˈɔf/

Verb

to take a person or thing to a predetermined location and leave afterwards

Grammatical Information:

transitive

Phrasal Status

separable

phrase's verb

drop

phrase's particle

off

To get over

/ɡɛt ˈoʊvɚ/

Verb

to cross a physical barrier, such as a wall, fence, or obstacle

Grammatical Information:

transitive

Phrasal Status

separable

phrase's verb

get

phrase's particle

over

To turn off

/tˈɜːn ˈɔf/

Verb

to cause a machine, device, or system to stop working or flowing, usually by pressing a button or turning a switch

switch on

Grammatical Information:

transitive

Phrasal Status

separable

phrase's verb

turn

phrase's particle

off

To fill out

/fˈɪl ˈaʊt/

Verb

to complete an official form or document by writing information on it

Grammatical Information:

transitive

Phrasal Status

separable

phrase's verb

fill

phrase's particle

out

To try on

/tɹˈaɪ ˈɑːn/

Verb

to put on a piece of clothing to see if it fits and how it looks

Grammatical Information:

transitive

Phrasal Status

separable

phrase's verb

try

phrase's particle

To look up

/lˈʊk ˈʌp/

Verb

to try to find information in a dictionary, computer, etc.

Grammatical Information:

transitive

Phrasal Status

separable

phrase's verb

look

phrase's particle

To look after

/lˈʊk ˈæftɚ/

Verb

to take care of someone or something and attend to their needs, well-being, or safety

Grammatical Information:

transitive

Phrasal Status

inseparable

phrase's verb

look

phrase's particle

after

To go over

/ɡˌoʊ ˈoʊvɚ/

Verb

to thoroughly review, examine, or check something

Grammatical Information:

transitive

Phrasal Status

inseparable

phrase's verb

phrase's particle

over

To take after

/tˈeɪk ˈæftɚ/

Verb

to choose someone as an example and follow their behavior or choices

Grammatical Information:

Phrasal Status

inseparable

phrase's verb

take

phrase's particle

after

To pick up

/pˈɪk ˈʌp/

Verb

to take and lift something or someone up

Grammatical Information:

transitive

Phrasal Status

separable

phrase's verb

pick

phrase's particle

To get on

/ɡɛt ˈɑːn/

Verb

to enter a bus, ship, airplane, etc.

get off

Grammatical Information:

transitive

Phrasal Status

inseparable

phrase's verb

get

phrase's particle

To give up

/ɡˈɪv ˈʌp/

Verb

to stop trying when faced with failures or difficulties

enter

Grammatical Information:

intransitive

Phrasal Status

inseparable

phrase's verb

give

phrase's particle

To get through

/ɡɛt θɹˈuː/

Verb

to succeed in passing or enduring a difficult experience or period

Grammatical Information:

transitive

Phrasal Status

inseparable

phrase's verb

get

phrase's particle

through

To change one's mind

/tʃˈeɪndʒ wˈʌnz mˈaɪnd/

Verb

Idiom

Informal

to change one's opinion or decision regarding something

What is the origin of the idiom "change one's mind" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "change one's mind" can be attributed to Old English and Middle English usage, specifically the word "mynd" in Old English and "mind" in Middle English. The term "mind" in this context referred to one's thoughts, intellect, or mental processes. The concept of changing one's mind has been a part of human language and communication for centuries, reflecting the inherent flexibility and adaptability of human cognition. This phrase is used in various contexts and occasions to describe situations where individuals alter their opinions, decisions, or beliefs. It can be employed in personal, social, or professional settings.

To pay attention to somebody or something

/pˈeɪ ɐtˈɛnʃən tʊ ˌɛsbˈiː slˈæʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/

Verb

Collocation

to carefully watch, consider, or listen to someone or something

To have a good time

/hæv ɐ ɡˈʊd tˈaɪm/

Verb

to experience a pleasurable or enjoyable event or activity

To moan

/moʊn/

Epenthesis

Silent

oʊ

Verb

to make a low sound that often expresses pain, grief, or disappointment

Grammatical Information:

intransitive

To make sure

/mˌeɪk ʃˈʊɹ/

Verb

Collocation

to take steps to confirm if something is correct, safe, or properly arranged

To lose

/lu:z/

Epenthesis

Silent

Verb

to be deprived of or stop having someone or something

keep

Grammatical Information:

transitive

Patience

/peɪʃəns/

Epenthesis

Silent

eɪ

Verb

the ability to accept or tolerate difficult or annoying situations without complaining or becoming angry

impatience

To do one's bit

/dˈuː wˈʌnz bˈɪt pˈɑːɹt/

Verb

Idiom

to fulfill one's share of responsibilities

What is the origin of the idiom "do one's bit" and when to use it?

The idiom "do one's bit" is believed to have originated in English in the late 19th or early 20th century. The expression refers to the idea of each person contributing their fair share to a collective effort. It is used to describe a situation where someone is fulfilling their responsibilities or obligations in a group or collective effort.

To giggle

/gɪgəl/

Epenthesis

Silent

Verb

to laugh in a light, silly, or often uncontrollable way as a result of nervousness or embarrassment

Grammatical Information:

intransitive

To soak

/soʊk/

Epenthesis

Silent

oʊ

Verb

to make someone or something extremely wet

Grammatical Information:

transitive

To die down

/dˈaɪ dˈaʊn/

Verb

to gradually decrease in intensity, volume, or activity

Grammatical Information:

intransitive

Phrasal Status

inseparable

phrase's verb

die

phrase's particle

down

To devote

/dɪvoʊt/

Epenthesis

Silent

oʊ

Verb

to assign something, such as resources or funds, to a particular purpose or use

Grammatical Information:

transitive

Stuff

/stʌf/

Epenthesis

Silent

Verb

things that we cannot or do not need to name when we are talking about them

To keep an eye on somebody or something

/kˈiːp ɐn ˈaɪ ˌɑːn ˌɛsbˈiː slˈæʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/

Verb

Idiom

Informal

to closely watch a person or thing, particularly in order to make sure they are safe

What is the origin of the idiom "keep an eye on someone or something" and when to use it?

The expression "keep an eye on someone or something" is an idiomatic phrase that has its origins rooted in the idea of vigilant observation and have been used in English for many years. It is commonly employed to highlight the need for awareness or surveillance, especially when there is a concern for safety, security, or supervision.