Phrasal Verbs Using 'Around', 'Over', & 'Along' - Experiencing (Over)

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Phrasal Verbs Using 'Around', 'Over', & 'Along'

(of a person's facial expression or mood) to suddenly become unhappy, worried, or troubled

Ex: He was laughing and joking , but his mood suddenly clouded over when he received a disappointing phone call .

(of bodies of water or other surfaces) to become completely covered or blocked with ice due to extremely cold temperatures

Ex: The small pond in the park usually freezes over by December .

to show excessive or unnecessary concern, care, or attention to someone or something

Ex: Do n't fuss over me ; I can take care of myself .

to recover from an unpleasant or unhappy experience, particularly an illness

Ex: The therapy sessions helped her get over the trauma from the accident .

(of a threat, problem, concern, etc.) to exist and create a sense of worry or uncertainty about what will happen

Ex: The pending exam results hung over the students , making it difficult for them to focus on other tasks .

(of wounds) to slowly grow new skin over the injured area as part of the healing process

Ex: To prevent infection , make sure the wound is clean and dry as it heals over .

to significantly transform the appearance of something to update, enhance, or modernize its look

Ex: The company made over their website to make it more user-friendly .

to have a thin layer of mist or water droplets cover a surface, creating a hazy or obscured appearance

Ex: The bathroom mirror misted over after the warm shower , making it necessary to wipe away the condensation .

to happen without really affecting or bothering someone

Ex: The news of the setback seemed to wash over him , leaving him unfazed .

to get covered with a layer of ice, due to freezing conditions

Ex: Be careful walking on the sidewalks ; they 've iced over after the rain froze overnight .