Phrasal Verb


A phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or adverb or both and that functions as a verb whose meaning is different from the combined meanings of the individual words


Phrasal Verb:
face off

Meaning / Example:

1. to begin a hockey game with two players facing one another.
> They faced off and the match was on.

2. to prepare for a confrontation.
> The opposing candidates faced off and the debate began.


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Phrasal verbs consists of a basic verb + another word or words. The two or three words that make up a phrasal verb form a short 'phrase' - which is why we call them 'phrasal verbs'.

A compilation of 50 phrasal verbs.
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