Phrasal Verb


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'.


Phrasal Verb:
rule someone or something out

Meaning:
to prevent, disqualify, overrule, or cancel someone or something.

Example:
John's bad temper rules him out for the job.


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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.

A compilation of 50 phrasal verbs.
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