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Common Phrasal Verbs meanings with examples : English Language

Common Phrasal Verbs meanings with examples : English Language  http://novakidhs.blogspot.com/2022/05/run-phrasal-verbs-prepositions.html PHRASAL VERBS AND VERB COMBINATIONS Some Verbs, followed by Prepositions or Adverbs acquire a new meaning as: They could not bear up (tolerate) with her temper.  We set off (started) for Calcutta early morning. Such verbs are called Phrasal Verbs. Some important phrasal verbs are given below: ACT 1. Act against (act contrary to): Some men act against their own interest. 2. Act for (act in place of): She acted for the Principal for a fortnight.  3. Act upon (obey): I shall act upon your advice. 4. Act up to (act according to): He acted up to his promise. BEAR 1. Bear down (overthrow or crush by force): They were able to bear down all opposition.  2. Bear away (win): She bore away the first prize. 3. Bear up (not to despair): It is not easy to bear up when one is beset with difficulties on all sides.  4. Bear out (support or con...