Phrasal Verbs

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What is a phrasal verb?

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A phrasal verb is a combination of a verb and one or more particles (prepositions or adverbs) that together create a meaning different from the original verb.

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Give an example of a phrasal verb that means to decrease or lessen.

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'Drop off' is a phrasal verb that means to decrease or lessen, as in 'Traffic jam in the town has dropped off since the bypass opened.'

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What does the phrasal verb 'get on' mean in the context of completing tasks?

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'Get on' means to make progress or to continue doing something, as in 'They are successful to get on very fast with their projects in building the bridge.'

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What is the meaning of 'drop off' in the context of transportation?

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'Drop off' means to let someone out of a vehicle at a specific location, as in 'Passengers can be dropped off outside of the terminal at curbside on the departures level.'

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What does 'speed up' imply when referring to driving?

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'Speed up' means to increase the speed of a vehicle, as in 'She speeds up her vehicle to home after getting information that her baby is being sick at home.'

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What does the phrasal verb 'get off' refer to in travel?

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'Get off' refers to leaving a vehicle or mode of transportation, as in 'We eventually will get off from Manchester at 11 o'clock and arrive in London at 1.30.'

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What is the difference between 'drop off' and 'pick up'?

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'Drop off' means to leave someone at a location, while 'pick up' means to collect someone from a location.

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Can phrasal verbs have multiple meanings? Provide an example.

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Yes, phrasal verbs can have multiple meanings. For example, 'take off' can mean to remove something (like clothing) or to ascend in flight (like an airplane).

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What is the role of context in understanding phrasal verbs?

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Context is crucial in understanding phrasal verbs, as their meanings can change based on the situation in which they are used.

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How can phrasal verbs affect the tone of a sentence?

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Phrasal verbs can make sentences sound more informal or conversational compared to using a single verb.