Phrasal Verbs GWW B2 Unit 2

To continue working on something difficult; to persevere.

She had to ________ the job offer because the salary was too low.

He walks so fast that it's difficult to ________ him.

I had to ________ the meeting ________ until next week because I was sick.

To take control of something, like a company or a responsibility.

To refuse or reject an offer or request.

To continue to be at the same level as someone or something; to manage to follow.

To become successful or make progress in your career, studies, or life.

To cause someone to lose interest or feel dislike for something.

To complete a form or document by writing the required information in the blank spaces.

To spend time trying to improve or repair something.

Learning a language is hard, but if you ________ it, you will eventually succeed. Hard work and perseverance do pay off in the end.

To start something like a business or organization; to arrange or assemble something.

To postpone or delay an event or task.

They used a loan to ________ their own software company. It has always been their dream to have a company of their own.

To ________ in this company, you need to be proactive and a good team player.

Please ________ this application form and return it to the front desk.

The terrible smell from the kitchen ________ me ________ my dinner. I could hardly look at the food.

After the manager resigned, her assistant was asked to ________ the department. Somebody had to become in charge of it.

I need to ________ my public speaking skills before the big presentation. They are not good enough.