Phrasal Verbs -1




Is she still hungry? No, she has calmed down now.
I gave up smoking two years ago. I haven't touched a cigarette since then.
I am really behind with my studies. I must catch up on them.
He drinks too much. He should really cut down on alcohol.
The hotel was terrible. We were really let down by it.
Has he taken up your offer? Yes, he has accepted it.
Could you turn down the music? It's too loud.
Don't be upset. Try and cheer up.
That was really a bad mistake. I don't know how to make up for it.
More than 500 people turned up to watch the show last night.

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