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Wall Street English
PHRASAL VERBS
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Foreword
P
hrasal verbs are key to a mastery of the
English language. Like idioms, their
meanings are not always predictable, and
they can prove difficult for learners of English
as a foreign language. Wall Street English’s
Phrasal Verbs Dictionary contains 500 useful
phrasal verbs. It is the perfect complement
for students of English or professionals to
improve their knowledge of English.
Clear layout, simple and straightforward
definitions are especially written for English
learners. Phrasal verbs in context: two
examples of use per phrasal verb (1000
examples), providing students with
frequently used expressions.
Guide to the Lexicon
T
he lexicon, which makes up the main
body of this dictionary, consists of 500

entries. It is arranged alphabetically by the
verb of each phrasal verb.
Each entry starts with a phrasal verb, followed
by its definition and two example sentences
of current usage.
phrasal verb
abide by
definition
to obey a rule or law
example sentences
People who refuse to abide by the law will be
punished.
He is reliable and will abide by his promise.
Phrasal Verbs A
abide by
to obey a rule or law
People who refuse to abide by the law will
be punished.
He is reliable and will abide by his promise.
account for
to give a reason or explanation for (st)
He couldn’t account for the missing money
and the police were therefore called in.
When asked by his mother, Tommy couldn’t
account for the missing cakes.
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A Phrasal Verbs Phrasal Verbs A
add up allow for
to consider additional, unforeseen factors
1. to calculate the total of several figures 2. to
make sense; to be credible You need to allow for traffic jams when
If you add up all the money you spend on traveling in rush hour.
chocolate every month you’ll be surprised. When planning one must allow for delays
This budget doesn’t add up and needs to be due to unforeseen circumstances.
redone.
apply for
aim for
1. to work towards (a goal) 2. to go towards to offer one’s services for (a job, a vacancy…)
We all aim for happiness but sometimes it’s I want to apply for a credit card.
easier said than done. Don’t apply for that job if you are not
Our company is aiming for an increase in qualified.
turnover this year of 50%.
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A Phrasal Verbs Phrasal Verbs A
ask after ask out
to enquire about (sb’s health, or a piece of news) to invite (sb) to go out
The student anxiously asked after her exam I asked my teacher out to lunch as I was so
results but the teacher told her to wait. happy with my exam results.
My best friend asked after my mother who I was worried when my best friend asked my
had just had an operation. girlfriend out to dinner.
ask for
to request
When I asked for a pay raise my boss said
that the company had introduced a pay
freeze.
My sister asked me for a loan but I refused as
she didn’t pay me back last time.
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B Phrasal Verbs Phrasal Verbs B
bank on
to trust (sb), or to expect that (st will happen)
He is very trustworthy- you can bank on him
keeping his word.
Don’t bank on passing your exam if you
don’t study hard.
barge in
to suddenly intrude or interrupt
My friend barged in on me when I was doing
my homework and I told him to go away.
It’s rude to barge in on people- knock on the
door first.
barge in
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B Phrasal Verbs Phrasal Verbs B
be against be back
to oppose (st or sb) to have returned from somewhere
I am against tobacco companies as they sell My teacher is back at school today after
harmful products. three month’s absence.
My brother is against me getting married - Give me a call when you’re back and we’ll do
he says I am too young. lunch.
be away be behind
to have left one’s residence temporarily
to be late (with st)
My mother is away at the moment and will I am behind at the moment at work and
be back next Thursday.
can’t spend time chatting.
My cat missed me when I was away- she is so The post office is behind with the mail right
sweet.
now.
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B Phrasal Verbs Phrasal Verbs B
be keen on
be fed up (with)
to like; to have an interest in
to be tired (of); to be bored (with) I am keen on English as it’s essential
My boss is fed up with me because I am nowadays in order to get a good job.
always behind. My sister is keen on the piano but plays very
I am fed up with my boyfriend and am badly.
thinking of splitting up.
be on
be for
1. to be connected (of a light, an electrical
to favor or agree with (st or sb) device…) 2. to run according to schedule 3. to be
I am for banning smoking in public areas as on duty
this will reduce passive smoking. The flight is on time today - that’s a surprise
Most people in China are for policies to as it’s usually late.
increase energy efficiency. On Monday I am on but on Tuesday I’m off.
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