phrasal verbs

phrasal verbs

A phrasal verb combines a normal verb with an adverb or a preposition to create an entirely new verbal phrase—the phrasal verb.

Back up

Definition: to support or defend someone

Call around

Definition: to stop working, especially in reference to machines

Call off

Definition: to cancel a planned event

Calm down

Definition: to relax after an energetic or irritated state

Cheer up

Definition: to make someone happy, especially if they were previously sad

Roy called around to find a nearby mechanic.

Example

Example

When the class was making fun of me, only the teacher backed me up.

Example

I need a few minutes to calm down after that match.

Example

Reading always cheers me up on a rainy day.

Example

We called the party off. / We called off the party.