1. Think over
Think over the offer, Think over what happened
Definition: To consider or think about something. Usually to better understand something or to make a decision.
Example: “When I was offered the job, I told them I’ll think it over and let them know by the end of the week.”
2. Run out
Run out of battery, Run out of energy
Definition: To finish something. To have no more of something.
Example: “The cafe ran out of milk so I ordered an espresso instead of a latte.”
3. Hand in
Hand in your homework, Hand in the paperwork.
Definition: To give or submit something to someone. Usually to a person of authority such as a teacher or police officer.
Example: “I found a wallet in the train station and handed it in to the police.”
4. Hang out
Hang out with friends, Hang out at the mall, Hang out in the garden.
Definition: To spend time with.
Example: “This weekend, I will hang out with my friends at the park.”
5. Break down
A car breaks down, A computer breaks down
Definition: To die or stop working.
Example: “Robert was driving home when his car broke down. He had to call his wife to pick him up.”
6. Pick up
Pick up the kids, Pick up your plate, Pick up that book
Definition: To collect, grab, or lift.
Example: “After work, I need to pick up my mom from the airport.”
7. Lie down
Lie down on the couch, Lie down on the bed, Lie down for a few minutes.
Definition: To put your body in a flat position. Usually on a couch or bed.
Example: “After work, I like to lie down on the couch and read a book.”
8. Turn over
Turn over a steak, Turn over a page of a book, Turn yourself over.
Definition: To turn upside down, to reverse.
Example: “When cooking steak, make sure to turn it over so that both sides can cook.”
9. Take off
Take off your hat, Take off my jacket, Take off my glasses
Definition: To remove.
Example: “I always ask my guests to take off their shoes before they enter my house.”
10. Try on
Try on a dress, Try on shoes
Definition: To put on a piece of clothing or accessory to see if it fits you.
Example: “Last week, I went shopping for a dress for my friend’s wedding. I tried on so many dresses but didn’t like any of them.”
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