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20 Must-Know English Phrasal Verbs with Real Life Examples

Phrasal verbs like "figure out", "call off", and "look forward to" make your English sound completely natural. Here are 20 essential ones.

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Aarav Sharma (Senior English Coach)
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20 Must-Know English Phrasal Verbs with Real Life Examples

Phrasal verbs are combinations of a verb and a preposition (e.g. give up, figure out, wrap up). Native speakers use them in almost every informal and business conversation.

1. Figure Out

Meaning: Understand or solve a problem.

Example: "Don't worry, we will figure out a solution."

2. Call Off

Meaning: Cancel an event or meeting.

Example: "They called off the cricket match due to rain."

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