Phrasal Verbs Using 'On' & 'Upon' - Wearing, Utilizing, or Consuming (On)

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Phrasal Verbs Using 'On' & 'Upon'

to use something as a basis for further development

Ex: The author decided to build on the characters from her previous novel .

to use a particular situation, resources, or opportunity effectively to gain some benefit

Ex: They plan to capitalize on the current trend and launch a related product .

to regularly eat a specific type of food to stay alive and grow

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to be wearing an item of clothing or accessory

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to eat mainly one type of food, often in an unhealthy or unbalanced way

Ex: The athlete lived on protein shakes and energy bars to fuel their training .

to hunt, capture, and eat other animals as a means of survival

Ex: The predatory cat preyed on a mouse that had ventured too far from its burrow .

to wear a garment by pulling it over one's body without fastening it

Ex: Before heading out , she pulled on her favorite pair of socks .

to place or wear something on the body, including clothes, accessories, etc.

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to not provide enough time, money, or resources for something, which often leads to a lower-quality result or outcome

Ex: The restaurant owner refused to skimp on ingredients , ensuring the dishes maintained their high standards .

to use money in exchange for the purchase of a specific item or the utilization of a particular service

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to put on a piece of clothing hastily and without care

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

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