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What does ‘break down’ mean?
Stop working (for a machine or vehicle).
Example: My car broke down on the way to work, so I had to call a mechanic.
What does ‘break up’ mean?
End a relationship.
Example: Tom and Lisa broke up after five years together.
What does ‘bring up’ mean?
Mention a topic or raise a child.
Example: She brought up an interesting point during the meeting.
What does ‘call off’ mean?
Cancel something.
Example: They called off the football match because of the heavy rain.
What does ‘carry on’ mean?
Continue doing something.
Example: Despite the noise, she carried on reading her book.
What does ‘catch up’ mean?
Reach the same level as someone.
Example: After missing a week of school, I had to study hard to catch up.
What does ‘check out’ mean?
Examine or leave a place.
Example: You should check out that new café in town.
What does ‘come across’ mean?
Find something by chance.
Example: I came across an old photo while cleaning my room.
What does ‘come up with’ mean?
Think of an idea or solution.
Example: She came up with a brilliant plan to save the company money.
What does ‘cut down on’ mean?
Reduce the amount of something.
Example: I’m trying to cut down on sugar to stay healthy.
What does ‘deal with’ mean?
Handle a situation or problem.
Example: She’s very good at dealing with difficult customers.
What does ‘drop off’ mean?
Take someone or something to a place.
Example: Can you drop me off at the airport tomorrow morning?
What does ‘figure out’ mean?
Understand or solve a problem.
Example: I finally figured out how to use the new coffee machine.
What does ‘find out’ mean?
Discover information.
Example: I found out that my favorite band is coming to town next month.
What does ‘get along (with)’ mean?
Have a good relationship with someone.
Example: I get along really well with my colleagues at work.
What does ‘get rid of’ mean?
Remove or throw away something unwanted.
Example: I need to get rid of these old clothes I never wear.
What does ‘give up’ mean?
Stop trying or quit.
Example: He gave up smoking after ten years.
What does ‘go on’ mean?
Continue happening.
Example: The show must go on despite the technical difficulties.
What does ‘hang out’ mean?
Spend time with someone casually.
Example: We usually hang out at the park on weekends.
What does ‘hold on’ mean?
Wait a moment.
Example: Hold on, I’ll be with you in a second.
