Phrasal Verbs for Talking about Being Sick

What does 'throw up' mean in the context of being sick?

• To exercise

• To feel better

• To vomit

• To rest

Which phrasal verb is used to describe getting the flu?

• Go down with

• Swell up

• Shake off

• Put out

What does 'fight off' mean in relation to being sick?

• To resist

• To recover from

• To struggle with

• To give up

Which phrasal verb is used to describe a physical injury?

• Blocked-up

• Pass out

• Shake off

• Put out

What does 'swell up' mean in the context of being sick?

• To pass out

• To feel better

• To vomit

• To have a swollen body part

Which phrasal verb is used to describe to breathe through the nose?

• Break down

• Pass away

• Care for

• Block up

What does 'pass out' mean in relation to being sick?

• To have a swollen body part

• To lose consciousness

• To vomit

• To feel better

Which phrasal verb is used to describe getting better after an illness?

• Pass on

• Break down

• Slow down

• Pull through

What does 'slow down' mean in the context of being sick?

• To take it easy

• To resist

• To struggle with

• To give up

Which phrasal verb is used to describe the passing of a family member?

• Care for

• Pass away

• Recover from

• Get over