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  • I'm really into paint by numbers
    to be interested in sth
  • I really need to cut down on the amount of chocolate I eat.
    to reduce the amount.
  • I'm not sure what it is, but Peter pointed it out.
    to direct someone's attention to someone/something
  • They are trying to keep up with the Joneses.
    to progress or travel at the same rate/speed as others.
  • I'm just popping out to the shop.
    to go into a place for a visit or short time
  • I'm not sure what's going to happen when they take over the world.
    establish control of / occupy
  • The little ones like to make up stories about each other.
    to invent/lie
  • We need to check in when we arrive at the airport.
    to register yourself
  • Cheer up, phrasal verbs aren't that bad :-)
    to become happy
  • We are going to chill out in San Sebastian this weekend.
    relax
  • I need to book a ticket for the conference, or I'll miss out.
    to reserve a place at a event/hotel - you won't be able to go
  • I like to hang around with Mary, she's so positive and friendly.
    spend time with someone
  • When children are quiet, you know they are up to something.
    to be doing something
  • Peter has dropped out of football match
    to fail to complete something
  • Before you react, you need to calm down!
    to stop feeling angry, upset or excited
  • We were busy playing cards, and Susan just burst out laughing
    to suddenly start doing something (laugh/cry)
  • I know doing maths are difficult, but you'll get through it
    to complete sth successfully
  • Before we continue, I would like to bring up the following topic ...
    to introduce sth in a discussion
  • Even if the football ball is worn out, the kids still play with it.
    to make it extremely damaged