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Advanced: British slang phrasal verbs

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  • My laptop__________ out in the middle of an important presentation.
    conked
  • To gradually lose intensity, momentum, or effectiveness and come to an end.
    fizzle out
  • To leave or go away, often used to express annoyance or frustration.
    sod off
  • To sit or place something down heavily or clumsily.
    plonk down
  • He managed to______ off an amazing comeback in the final minutes of the game.
    pull
  • To burst into laughter or find something extremely amusing.
    crack up
  • To successfully accomplish or achieve something, often with skill or effort.
    pull off
  • To suddenly stop working or functioning, usually referring to a machine or device.
    conk out
  • To throw away or get rid of something.
    chuck out
  • To visit someone briefly or informally.
    pop round
  • The kids were____________about in the park, running and laughing.
    mucking
  • To move or make space for someone to sit or stand next to you.
    budge up
  • Can you________ up a little so that I can sit down?
    budge
  • To tease, annoy, or irritate someone.
    wind up
  • My brother always tries to ______ me up by making silly jokes.
    wind
  • Why don't you________ round for a cup of tea tomorrow?
    pop
  • I need to________ out these old clothes that don't fit me anymore.
    chuck
  • The joke he told _______ us all up.
    cracked
  • I've had enough of your constant complaints. Just_____- off!
    sod
  • To behave in a silly, playful, or mischievous manner.
    muck about
  • She________ down on the couch after a long day at work.
    plonked