17 Vocabulary: Phrasal verbs 3 Flashcards
(30 cards)
Why do people break away from tradition?
To separate or become independent from something. | Alejarse o independizarse de una tradición.
What happens when negotiations break off?
They are interrupted or end suddenly. | Terminan abruptamente.
What does it mean to bring out the best in someone?
To reveal or cause the best qualities to appear. | Sacar lo mejor de alguien.
Why might a leader call for reform?
To publicly demand or request something. | Hacer un llamado público a una acción.
What does it mean to come across well in interviews?
To give a particular impression. | Dar una buena impresión.
Why do people come forward with information?
To offer help or reveal something voluntarily. | Presentarse o revelar información.
What happens when plans fall through?
They fail to happen as intended. | Fracasan o no se concretan.
What does it mean to get back to someone?
To respond or reply after some time. | Responder más tarde.
Why do people hold on to old habits?
To keep or retain something tightly. | Aferrarse a algo.
What happens when you let down a colleague?
To disappoint or fail someone. | Decepcionar a alguien.
What does it mean to put together a report?
To compile or organize something. | Armar o compilar un informe.
Why might you set out on a new career?
To begin a journey or goal with purpose. | Emprender un camino o carrera.
What happens when you show off your skills?
To display something proudly or boastfully. | Lucirse o alardear.
What does it mean to stand out from the crowd?
To be noticeably different or better. | Destacar o sobresalir.
Why do students stay up late before exams?
To remain awake. | Quedarse despierto.
What happens when you take up a challenge?
To accept or start doing something new. | Asumir un reto.
What does it mean to turn out to be true?
To be revealed or discovered later. | Resultar ser cierto.
Why do people watch out for scams?
To be alert or cautious. | Estar atento o tener cuidado.
What happens when a product catches on?
It becomes popular or trendy. | Se pone de moda.
What does it mean to check out a source?
To investigate or examine. | Verificar o examinar una fuente.
Why do people come up against resistance?
To encounter opposition or difficulty. | Enfrentarse a resistencia.
What happens when an idea fades away?
It disappears gradually. | Se desvanece.
What does it mean to go overboard with something?
To do something to an excessive degree. | Exagerar.
Why do some teams hold out for better terms?
To wait and resist until conditions improve. | Resistir esperando mejores condiciones.
