1. Phrasal Verbs

2. 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

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. OFF- ending or disconnecting/ moving away
Twenty athletes set off on their 100 km charity run.
To save money, switch off any unnecessary lights.

6. DOWN- reducing/ failing
Talks between management and unions have broken down completely.
The Government has scaled down financial aid to the disaster area.

7. 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.