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Zorluk: KolayPhrasal Verbs and Prepositional Verbs

Match each phrasal or prepositional verb in the left column with its corresponding meaning in the right column.

  • back downTo withdraw a claim or position during a confrontation
  • rule outTo exclude or eliminate a option from consideration
  • take afterTo resemble an older family member in appearance or character
  • stand byTo support or remain loyal to someone during difficult times

Cevap

'back down' matches 'To withdraw a claim or position during a confrontation'; 'rule out' matches 'To exclude or eliminate a option from consideration'; 'take after' matches 'To resemble an older family member in appearance or character'; 'stand by' matches 'To support or remain loyal to someone during difficult times'.
Each phrasal or prepositional verb is accurately paired with its standard definition in Standard British and English educational contexts: 'back down' pairs with withdrawing a claim, 'rule out' pairs with eliminating options, 'take after' pairs with resembling a relative, and 'stand by' pairs with remaining loyal.

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1
Analyze the verb 'back down'
Identified as yielding in a dispute or contest
'Back' implies receding and 'down' implies reducing stance or claim.
2
Analyze the verb 'rule out'
Identified as excluding a potential answer or option
'Rule' refers to making a judgment, and 'out' denotes exclusion.
3
Analyze the verb 'take after'
Identified as resembling a predecessor
'Take after' is an established idiomatic phrasal verb for familial resemblance.
4
Analyze the verb 'stand by'
Identified as maintaining support or loyalty
'Stand by' means remaining alongside someone, providing ongoing assistance or commitment.

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Phrasal Verbs and Prepositional Verbs
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