Phrasal Verbs Using 'On' & 'Upon' - Performing an Action (Upon)

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to count upon [verb]

to have confidence that someone will fulfill one's wishes or requests

Ex: Parents often count upon their responsible teenagers to complete chores without constant reminders .

to hang upon [verb]

to depend on something for a particular outcome

Ex: The project 's completion hangs upon the timely delivery of essential materials .

to touch upon [verb]

to make a brief reference to a particular topic in the course of discussing something broader

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to decide upon [verb]

to make a choice or reach a conclusion after careful consideration

Ex: In the meeting , the team had to decide upon the most suitable candidate for the leadership role .

to play upon [verb]

to take advantage of someone's feelings, fears, or weaknesses

Ex: The magician played upon the crowd 's curiosity to hold their attention .

to work upon [verb]

to dedicate time and effort to produce or fix something

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to come upon [verb]

to encounter someone or something unexpectedly

Ex: The archaeologists came upon ancient artifacts while excavating the site .

to fall upon [verb]

to encounter suddenly or unexpectedly

Ex: As the explorers continued their journey , they hoped to fall upon new and undiscovered treasures .

to hit upon [verb]

to suddenly have a great idea

Ex: The team was brainstorming , and Sarah hit upon an ingenious plan to improve efficiency .

Phrasal Verbs Using 'On' & 'Upon'
Starting, Continuing, or Getting Closer (On)	Communicating or Discussing (On)	Depending, Trusting, or Encouraging (On)	Striving, Risking, or Revealing (On)
Fooling, Harming, or Treating Badly (On)	Understanding or Contemplating (On)	Wearing, Utilizing, or Consuming (On)	Agreeing, Accepting, or Providing (on)
Others (On)	Performing an Action (Upon)