Login
Phrasal Verbs Using 'Up' - Facing, Allowing, or Restricting
Review
Flashcards
Spelling
Quiz
to bear up
[Verb]
to face challenges with a positive attitude
Ex: It 's essential to bear up cheerfully when dealing with setbacks .
to ease up on
[Verb]
to soften one's approach by becoming more understanding
Ex: The coach decided to ease up on training after a series of intense sessions .
to face up to
[Verb]
to confront and deal with a difficult or unpleasant situation directly and courageously
Ex: As a responsible leader, it's crucial to face up to the challenges and make decisions for the betterment of the team.
to free up
[Verb]
to make something available by removing restrictions or allowing it to be used for a different purpose
Ex: I am freeing up my schedule for the upcoming family gathering .
to open up
[Verb]
to make something available, possible, or reachable, often by creating new opportunities or access points
Ex: Upgrading the website 's user interface will open up access to a wider audience .
to tighten up
[Verb]
to make something much more strict or limited
Ex: The organization aims to tighten up safety measures in the workplace .
to pass up
[Verb]
to refuse to accept an opportunity or offer
Ex: Even though the workshop was free , many students passed up the opportunity to attend .
to put up with
[Verb]
to tolerate something or someone unpleasant, often without complaining
Ex: Teachers put up with the complexities of virtual classrooms to ensure students ' education .
to run up against
[Verb]
to encounter a problem or a difficult situation
Ex: The new policy caused the organization to run up against unforeseen complications.
to stand up to
[Verb]
to courageously confront and resist someone or something, refusing to be controlled
Ex: The consumer stood up to the deceptive marketing tactics of the company, demanding fair treatment.
| Phrasal Verbs Using 'Up' |
|---|
Download LanGeek app