Phrasal Verbs

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What is a phrasal verb?

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A phrasal verb is a combination of a verb and one or more particles (prepositions or adverbs) that together create a meaning different from the original verb.

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Give an example of a phrasal verb that means to stop trying.

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Give up.

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What does the phrasal verb 'look for' mean?

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To search for something.

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What is the meaning of the phrasal verb 'pick up'?

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To lift something or to collect someone or something.

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What does 'looked up' mean in the context of searching for information?

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To search for information in a reference source, such as a dictionary or database.

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What is the phrasal verb used when someone is unhappy with their current job and seeks a new one?

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Looking for.

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What does the phrasal verb 'go away' imply?

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To leave a place or to take a break from a location.

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How can phrasal verbs change the meaning of a sentence?

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Phrasal verbs can convey specific actions or states that are not evident from the individual words alone, thus altering the sentence's meaning.

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What is the difference between 'give up' and 'give in'?

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'Give up' means to stop trying, while 'give in' means to yield or surrender to someone else's demands.

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Can phrasal verbs be separated by their objects? Provide an example.

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Yes, some phrasal verbs can be separated by their objects. For example, 'pick up' can be used as 'pick the book up'.