Phrasal Verbs
The particle (out, up, etc The particle (out, up, etc.) can sometimes help you to work out the meaning of a phrasal verb. UP- increasing/ completing or finishing ON- continuing or progressing/ connecting OFF- ending or disconnecting/ moving away DOWN- reducing/ failing IN- moving inwards/ participating
UP- increasing/ completing or finishing The amount of money in her bank account is building up nicely. I’m glad we’ve cleared up this misunderstanding once and for all.
ON- continuing or progressing/ connecting I suggest you read on to the end of the contract. Let’s turn on the radio and listen to the news.
OFF- ending or disconnecting/ moving away Twenty athletes set off on their 100 km charity run. To save money, switch off any unnecessary lights.
DOWN- reducing/ failing Talks between management and unions have broken down completely. The Government has scaled down financial aid to the disaster area.
IN- moving inwards/ participating It took a while for the good news to sink in, then everyone smiled. Even if you’re not a club member, you’re welcome to join in the activities.