Separable Phrasal Verbs

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What is a separable phrasal verb?

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A separable phrasal verb is a verb combined with a preposition or adverb that can be separated by an object. For example, 'turn off' can be used as 'turn the light off' or 'turn off the light.'

Front

Give an example of a separable phrasal verb in a sentence.

Back

I need to pick up the groceries.

Front

What does 'print out' mean?

Back

'Print out' means to produce a hard copy of a document from a computer.

Front

How do you use 'look up' in a sentence?

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You can use 'look up' as in 'I need to look up the definition of this word.'

Front

What is the correct form of 'plug in' when used with an object?

Back

The correct form is 'plug the device in,' where 'the device' is the object.

Front

What does 'hook up' mean in the context of electronics?

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'Hook up' means to connect devices together, such as connecting a game controller to a console.

Front

Can 'turn off' be used without an object?

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No, 'turn off' is a separable phrasal verb and requires an object, e.g., 'turn off the TV.'

Front

What is the difference between 'plug in' and 'plug in it'?

Back

'Plug in' is the correct form; 'plug in it' is incorrect.

Front

Provide a sentence using 'take off' as a separable phrasal verb.

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Please take off your shoes before entering.

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What does 'pick up' mean in a casual context?

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In a casual context, 'pick up' can mean to collect someone or something, e.g., 'I will pick you up at 5 PM.'