Phrasal Verbs unit 10

Front

head for

We need to head for the train station if we want to catch the 7:30 train.

Back

go in the direction of

Front

give away

She decided to give away her old clothes to charity.

Back

give (something) free of charge

Front

set off

They set off early in the morning to avoid traffic on their road trip.

Back

begin a journey

Front

come up with

After hours of brainstorming, he finally came up with a brilliant idea for the project.

Back

think of (a plan / an idea)

Front

get rid of

I need to get rid of this old furniture before buying a new couch.

Back

throw (something) away

Front

try on

She tried on three dresses before deciding on the perfect one for the party.

Back

put on (clothes) to see if they fit or look right

Front

turn into

The caterpillar will eventually turn into a beautiful butterfly.

Back

change something into something different

Front

end up

• If you don’t follow the map, you might end up getting lost.

Back

finish by (being/becoming/doing)

Front

help yourself to

Please help yourself to some snacks while you wait.

Back

take (something) for yourself.