Phrasal Verb
Phrasal verbs are multi-word verbs that, like single-word verbs, convey action of the body or mind or occurrences. Phrasal verbs consist of a basic verb + another word or words, usually a preposition or adverb. Example: speak (basic verb) + up (preposition)
Phrasal Verb:
argue something downt
Meaning / Example:
1. to reduce something, such as a bill or a price, by arguing.
> I tried to argue the price down, but it did no good.
> Tom could not argue down the bill.
2. to urge the defeat of a proposal or a motion in a meeting through discussion.
> I am prepared to argue the proposal down in court.
Phrasal verbs consists of a basic verb + another word or words. The two or three words that make up a phrasal verb form a short 'phrase' - which is why we call them 'phrasal verbs'.
A compilation of 50 phrasal verbs.
A compilation of 50 phrasal verbs.
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