Everyday situations
If you’re being treated unfairly, what phrasal verb describes defending yourself or others?
Stand up for
If you suddenly feel surprised or shocked, what phrasal verb describes this reaction?
Be taken aback
What phrasal verb describes trying to avoid doing something you don’t want to do?
Get out of
f you meet friends for an informal gathering, what phrasal verb describes this?
Get together
If your plans are cancelled at the last minute, what phrasal verb describes this?
Call off
What phrasal verb describes feeling overwhelmed with work or responsibilities?
Be snowed under
What phrasal verb describes encountering or facing a problem or obstacle?
Come up against
If someone tries to gather information by asking different people, what phrasal verb describes this?
Ask around
When someone refuses to let a problem bother them and ignores it, what phrasal verb describes their reaction?
Brush off
What phrasal verb means to feel happier or more cheerful after being sad?
If you are forced to accept something unpleasant or annoying, what phrasal verb describes this?
Put up with
f someone introduces a topic during a conversation, what phrasal verb describes this?
Bring up
When you finally find time to do something you’ve been delaying, what phrasal verb describes this?
Get round to
When you overcome sadness or recover from a difficult experience, what phrasal verb describes this?
Get over
What phrasal verb describes reducing something, like expenses or unhealthy food?
Cut down on
What phrasal verb describes treating someone as if they are inferior to you?
Look down on
When a machine or part of your body isn’t working properly, what phrasal verb is used to describe this?
Act up
If someone says something suddenly, without thinking, what phrasal verb describes this action?
Blurt out
If authorities start enforcing rules more strictly, what phrasal verb describes this action?
Crack down on
If someone adapts and relaxes after a stressful period, what phrasal verb describes this?
Wind down