Useful Phrasal Verbs Exercises Set 10
Welcome to Set 10 (verbs 901–1000)! Practice 50 phrasal verbs with this quiz for EFL students. Select the correct verb, review feedback, and track progress. View all 100 verbs below.
Quiz: Phrasal Verbs Set 10
Back off
Definition: To retreat or stop bothering.
Example: “Back off and give her space.”
Back up
Definition: To support or save data.
Example: “Back up your files regularly.”
Bail out
Definition: To rescue or abandon.
Example: “They bailed out the company.”
Bang up
Definition: To damage or injure.
Example: “The car was banged up in the crash.”
Beat up
Definition: To attack physically.
Example: “He was beaten up by bullies.”
Blow away
Definition: To impress or remove by force.
Example: “Her performance blew me away.”
Blow up
Definition: To explode or lose temper.
Example: “He blew up over the mistake.”
Break down
Definition: To fail or analyze.
Example: “The car broke down on the highway.”
Break in
Definition: To enter forcibly or adapt.
Example: “They broke in to the house.”
Break out
Definition: To escape or start suddenly.
Example: “A fire broke out in the building.”
Bring about
Definition: To cause or accomplish.
Example: “The policy brought about change.”
Bring up
Definition: To raise or mention.
Example: “She brought up a good point.”
Brush off
Definition: To dismiss or ignore.
Example: “He brushed off the criticism.”
Brush up
Definition: To refresh or improve.
Example: “Brush up on your Spanish.”
Burn out
Definition: To exhaust or fail.
Example: “She burned out from overwork.”
Call back
Definition: To return a call or recall.
Example: “I’ll call you back later.”
Call off
Definition: To cancel or stop.
Example: “They called off the meeting.”
Carry on
Definition: To continue or behave wildly.
Example: “Carry on with your work.”
Carry out
Definition: To perform or complete.
Example: “They carried out the plan.”
Catch up
Definition: To reach or update.
Example: “Let’s catch up over coffee.”
Check in
Definition: To register or report.
Example: “Check in at the hotel.”
Check out
Definition: To leave or investigate.
Example: “Check out that new store.”
Cheer up
Definition: To become or make happier.
Example: “Cheer up, it’s not that bad!”
Chop up
Definition: To cut into pieces.
Example: “Chop up the vegetables.”
Clean out
Definition: To empty or deplete.
Example: “Clean out the fridge.”
Clean up
Definition: To tidy or make profit.
Example: “She cleaned up the mess.”
Clear out
Definition: To remove or leave.
Example: “Clear out the old files.”
Clear up
Definition: To resolve or tidy.
Example: “Let’s clear up the confusion.”
Close down
Definition: To shut or stop operating.
Example: “The store closed down.”
Come across
Definition: To find or seem.
Example: “I came across an old photo.”
Come apart
Definition: To break or disintegrate.
Example: “The book came apart.”
Come around
Definition: To visit or change opinion.
Example: “He came around to my view.”
Come back
Definition: To return or regain popularity.
Example: “She came back after lunch.”
Come down
Definition: To decrease or collapse.
Example: “Prices came down.”
Come off
Definition: To succeed or detach.
Example: “The event came off well.”
Come on
Definition: To start or urge.
Example: “Come on, let’s go!”
Come together
Definition: To unite or assemble.
Example: “The team came together.”
Count up
Definition: To tally or add.
Example: “Count up the votes.”
Cover up
Definition: To hide or protect.
Example: “They covered up the scandal.”
Crack up
Definition: To laugh or break down.
Example: “The joke cracked me up.”
Cut down
Definition: To reduce or fell.
Example: “Cut down on sugar.”
Cut in
Definition: To interrupt or merge.
Example: “He cut in during the talk.”
Cut up
Definition: To chop or distress.
Example: “She was cut up about the news.”
Deal with
Definition: To handle or address.
Example: “Deal with the problem.”
Die off
Definition: To perish gradually.
Example: “The species died off.”
Do up
Definition: To fasten or renovate.
Example: “Do up the house.”
Draw up
Definition: To prepare or stop.
Example: “Draw up a contract.”
Drop by
Definition: To visit casually.
Example: “Drop by my place.”
Drop off
Definition: To deliver or decrease.
Example: “Drop off the package.”
Eat out
Definition: To dine outside.
Example: “Let’s eat out tonight.”
Fall apart
Definition: To disintegrate or collapse.
Example: “The plan fell apart.”
Fall off
Definition: To decline or drop.
Example: “Sales fell off.”
Fight off
Definition: To resist or repel.
Example: “Fight off the infection.”
Figure out
Definition: To solve or understand.
Example: “Figure out the puzzle.”
Fill up
Definition: To make full.
Example: “Fill up the tank.”
Get down
Definition: To descend or depress.
Example: “The news got her down.”
Get up
Definition: To rise or organize.
Example: “Get up early.”
Give away
Definition: To donate or reveal.
Example: “Give away old clothes.”
Go under
Definition: To fail or sink.
Example: “The business went under.”
Grind down
Definition: To wear down or oppress.
Example: “The workload ground her down.”
Grow up
Definition: To mature or develop.
Example: “Kids grow up so fast.”
Hand over
Definition: To give or surrender.
Example: “Hand over the keys.”
Hang up
Definition: To end a call or suspend.
Example: “She hung up the phone.”
Hold back
Definition: To restrain or hesitate.
Example: “Hold back your tears.”
Join up
Definition: To enlist or connect.
Example: “He joined up with the team.”
Keep away
Definition: To avoid or prevent access.
Example: “Keep away from danger.”
Keep down
Definition: To suppress or retain.
Example: “Keep down the noise.”
Knock off
Definition: To stop work or steal.
Example: “Knock off early today.”
Lay off
Definition: To fire or stop.
Example: “They laid off workers.”
Let down
Definition: To disappoint or lower.
Example: “Don’t let me down.”
Let in
Definition: To allow entry.
Example: “Let in some fresh air.”
Let off
Definition: To excuse or release.
Example: “They let him off with a warning.”
Let out
Definition: To release or express.
Example: “Let out a scream.”
Light up
Definition: To illuminate or show joy.
Example: “Her face lit up.”
Line up
Definition: To arrange or align.
Example: “Line up for the photo.”
Live up
Definition: To fulfill or enjoy.
Example: “Live up to your potential.”
Lock up
Definition: To secure or imprison.
Example: “Lock up the house.”
Look over
Definition: To inspect or review.
Example: “Look over the report.”
Make for
Definition: To move toward or contribute.
Example: “Make for the exit.”
Make out
Definition: To perceive or succeed.
Example: “I can’t make out the text.”
Miss out
Definition: To lose an opportunity.
Example: “Don’t miss out on the sale.”
Own up
Definition: To confess or admit.
Example: “Own up to your mistake.”
Pack up
Definition: To gather or stop.
Example: “Pack up your things.”
Pass up
Definition: To decline or miss.
Example: “Don’t pass up this chance.”
Pay back
Definition: To repay or retaliate.
Example: “Pay back the loan.”
Pick out
Definition: To choose or identify.
Example: “Pick out a gift.”
Play up
Definition: To emphasize or malfunction.
Example: “The injury played up.”
Plug in
Definition: To connect or engage.
Example: “Plug in the charger.”
Polish off
Definition: To finish or consume.
Example: “Polish off the pizza.”
Pop up
Definition: To appear suddenly.
Example: “A warning popped up.”
Pull off
Definition: To succeed or remove.
Example: “They pulled off the event.”
Pull over
Definition: To stop a vehicle.
Example: “Pull over to the side.”
Put away
Definition: To store or consume.
Example: “Put away the dishes.”
Put off
Definition: To delay or discourage.
Example: “Don’t put off the task.”
Put together
Definition: To assemble or create.
Example: “Put together a team.”
Rip off
Definition: To cheat or tear.
Example: “That price is a rip-off.”
Roll up
Definition: To arrive or fold.
Example: “Roll up your sleeves.”
Round up
Definition: To gather or increase.
Example: “Round up the total.”
Rule out
Definition: To eliminate or exclude.
Example: “Rule out that option.”
Run out
Definition: To deplete or expire.
Example: “We ran out of milk.”
Send off
Definition: To dispatch or expel.
Example: “Send off the letter.”
Set up
Definition: To establish or arrange.
Example: “Set up the meeting.”
Shake off
Definition: To remove or recover.
Example: “Shake off the cold.”
Show off
Definition: To display proudly.
Example: “Show off your skills.”
Shut down
Definition: To close or stop.
Example: “Shut down the computer.”
Sign up
Definition: To register or enlist.
Example: “Sign up for the class.”
Slow down
Definition: To reduce speed or relax.
Example: “Slow down on the road.”
Sort through
Definition: To examine or organize.
Example: “Sort through the papers.”
Spell out
Definition: To explain clearly.
Example: “Spell out the rules.”
Stand out
Definition: To be noticeable.
Example: “Her talent stands out.”
Start over
Definition: To begin again.
Example: “Let’s start over.”
Stay up
Definition: To remain awake.
Example: “Stay up to study.”
Step up
Definition: To increase or volunteer.
Example: “Step up your efforts.”
Stick around
Definition: To stay or linger.
Example: “Stick around after the show.”
Stick out
Definition: To protrude or endure.
Example: “The mistake stuck out.”
Stop by
Definition: To visit briefly.
Example: “Stop by the shop.”
Take back
Definition: To retract or return.
Example: “Take back your words.”
Take down
Definition: To remove or record.
Example: “Take down the notes.”
Take off
Definition: To leave or succeed.
Example: “The plane took off.”
Take on
Definition: To accept or challenge.
Example: “Take on a new project.”
Take over
Definition: To assume control.
Example: “She took over the company.”
Take up
Definition: To begin or occupy.
Example: “Take up a hobby.”
Talk back
Definition: To reply rudely.
Example: “Don’t talk back to me.”
Team up
Definition: To collaborate.
Example: “Team up for the project.”
Tear down
Definition: To demolish or criticize.
Example: “Tear down the old building.”
Think up
Definition: To invent or devise.
Example: “Think up a new idea.”
Throw away
Definition: To discard or waste.
Example: “Throw away the trash.”
Tidy up
Definition: To clean or organize.
Example: “Tidy up the room.”
Tire out
Definition: To exhaust.
Example: “The hike tired me out.”
Top up
Definition: To refill or increase.
Example: “Top up your phone credit.”
Track down
Definition: To find or pursue.
Example: “Track down the suspect.”
Try on
Definition: To test or wear.
Example: “Try on the dress.”
Try out
Definition: To test or audition.
Example: “Try out for the team.”
Turn down
Definition: To reject or lower.
Example: “Turn down the offer.”
Turn in
Definition: To submit or go to bed.
Example: “Turn in your homework.”
Turn off
Definition: To deactivate or repel.
Example: “Turn off the light.”
Turn on
Definition: To activate or excite.
Example: “Turn on the TV.”
Turn out
Definition: To result or attend.
Example: “It turned out fine.”
Turn up
Definition: To appear or increase.
Example: “He turned up late.”
Wake up
Definition: To awaken or realize.
Example: “Wake up early.”
Warm up
Definition: To prepare or heat.
Example: “Warm up before exercise.”
Wash up
Definition: To clean or arrive.
Example: “Wash up the dishes.”
Wear off
Definition: To fade or diminish.
Example: “The pain wore off.”
Wear out
Definition: To exhaust or deteriorate.
Example: “The shoes wore out.”
Wind down
Definition: To relax or reduce.
Example: “Wind down after work.”
Wind up
Definition: To end or provoke.
Example: “Wind up the meeting.”
Wipe out
Definition: To destroy or exhaust.
Example: “The storm wiped out the crops.”
Work out
Definition: To exercise or resolve.
Example: “Work out at the gym.”
Write down
Definition: To record or devalue.
Example: “Write down the address.”
Write off
Definition: To cancel or dismiss.
Example: “Write off the debt.”
Write up
Definition: To document or report.
Example: “Write up the findings.”
Zip up
Definition: To fasten or close.
Example: “Zip up your jacket.”
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