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What does "get over" mean?
To recover from something difficult or emotional.
"She had to __________ the challenge of losing her job."
get over
Synonym for "take (someone) through."
guide
Use "get over" in a sentence.
It took her a few months to get over her illness."
You’re explaining how to use a new software program to a colleague. What phrasal verb describes this action?
take (someone) through
What does "mess something up" mean?
To make a mistake or cause something to be disorganized or damaged.
After the long road trip, we __________ in a small town for the night."
ended up
Synonym for "hit (someone) up."
contact
Use "mess something up" in a sentence.
"I really messed up the project by not checking my work."
You want to get in touch with a friend about meeting up later. What phrasal verb should you use?
hit (someone) up
What does "end up" mean?
To eventually arrive at a particular situation or place after a series of events.
He accidentally __________ the cake he was baking for the party."
messed up
Synonym for "count on."
Rely on
Use "end up" in a sentence.
"We ended up missing the train because we were late."
You want to make a party more exciting with fun activities and decorations. What phrasal verb describes this?
spice (something) up
What does "get up" mean?
To rise from a lying or sitting position.
Can you __________ the TV? It's too loud."
turn down
Synonym for "spice (something) up."
enhance
Use "turn down the TV" in a sentence.
"Could you turn down the TV? I’m trying to concentrate."
After a long journey, you find yourself in an unfamiliar city. What phrasal verb describes this?
end up
What does "turn down the TV" mean?
To reduce the volume of the television.
"I always __________ at 7 a.m. to start my day."
get up
Synonym for "turn down."
lower
Use "count on" in a sentence.
"I know I can count on my team to get the job done."
You accidentally spill coffee on your report and it becomes unreadable. What phrasal verb describes this situation?
mess up