Jackie Bolen - More Phrasal Verbs in Use: Dialogues, Definitions & Practice for English Learners

More Phrasal Verbs in Use:

Dialogues, Definitions & Practice

for English Learners

Jackie Bolen

Copyright 2021 by Jackie Bolen

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Introduction

W elcome to this book designed to help you expand your knowledge of phrasal verbs in American English. My goal is to help you speak and write more fluently.

Let's face it, phrasal verbs can be difficult to master, even for the best students. In this book, you'll find hundreds of English phrasal verbs that are used in boardrooms, over a meal, and with friends and family around the world.

The best way to learn new vocabulary is in context. That's why I've introduced each one in a dialogue. Then, you'll find a simple definition in plain English. Finally, there is a practice opportunity so that you can review what you've learned.

To get the most bang for your buck, be sure to do the following:

Review frequently.

Use each phrasal verb in real life as soon as possible.

Don't be nervous about making mistakes. That's how you'll get better at English!

Consider studying with a friend so you can help each other stay motivated.

Use a notebook and write down phrasal verbs (as well as new words, idioms, expressions, etc.) that you run across. Review frequently so that they stay fresh in your mind.

Good luck and I wish you well on your journey to becoming more proficient with phrasal verbs.

About the Author: Jackie Bolen

I taught English in South Korea for 10 years to every level and type of student. I've taught every age from kindergarten kids to adults. Most of my time has centered around teaching at two universities: five years at a science and engineering school in Cheonan, and four years at a major university in Busan where I taught upper-level classes for students majoring in English. In my spare time, you can usually find me outside surfing, biking, hiking, or snowshoeing. I now live in Vancouver, Canada.

In case you were wondering what my academic qualifications are, I hold a Master of Arts in Psychology. During my time in Korea, I completed both the Cambridge CELTA and DELTA certification programs. With the combination of more than ten years teaching ESL/EFL learners of all ages and levels, and the more formal teaching qualifications I've obtained, I have a solid foundation on which to offer advice to English learners.

I truly hope that you find this book useful. I would love it if you sent me an email with any questions or feedback that you might have.

Jackie Bolen (www.jackiebolen.com)

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You might also be interested in this book: Advanced English Conversation Dialogues . You can find it wherever you like to buy books. It has hundreds of helpful English phrases and expressions that can be used in a wide variety of situations. Learn to speak more fluently in American English.

Blew Me Away

T ed : I'm so happy that we brought Tommy over here when that other branch closed down .

Gary : Yeah, he blew me away on that last project. He's a guy we can count on.

Ted : I wasn't sure he was cut out for the work culture here but he's fit in well.

Gary : You're right. Everyone looks up to him.

Ted : Definitely! The chance we took on him paid off .

Vocabulary

Brought Tommy over: Invited someone (Tommy) to join.

Closed down: Shut.

Blew me away: Impressed.

Count on: Depend on.

Cut out: Fit for something.

Fit in: Get along well in a certain position or place.

Looks up to : Respects someone.

Paid off : Yielded some good results.

Practice

1. I'm so happy that we _____ from that other company. He's been invaluable.
2. The Yankees _____ with their come-from-behind win in the 9th inning.
3. Jerry _____ to his boss.
4. You can always _____ me for anything you need.
5. I'm not sure that I'm _____ for this role. I don't have the right training.
6. All of our hard work _____. We got an A+ on the project!
7. Many restaurants _____ because of Covid-19.
8. I hope that Jenny can _____ with her new classmates.

Answers

1. brought Tommy over
2. blew me away
3. looks up to
4. count on
5. cut out
6. paid off
7. closed down
8. fit in

Break Up

C arrie : Did you break up with Chris yet?

Keith : I was hoping you wouldn't ask me that question! I can't go through with it. I'm worried that he's going to be pissed off at me.

Carrie : You can let him off easily though, right? Be super kind. I know that you don't like hanging around with him.

Keith : It's true, yes. I need to shake things up and finally end it. Let me go do it right now before I talk myself out of it.

Vocabulary

Break up : End a romantic relationship.

Go through with : Do something that you have planned in advance.

Pissed off : Be angry at someone or about something.

Let him off : Release.

Hanging around : Spending time with.

Shake things up : Make a change.