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LET'S UNLOCK WORDS AND PHRASES 🔐
pitch
[ pich ]
noun
His sales pitch was smooth and convincing.
execution
[ ek-si-'kyoo-shuhn ]
noun
The idea was good, but the execution was poor.
accommodate
[ uh-'kom-uh-deyt ]
verb
My boss always accommodates requests from working mothers.
lack of sth
phrase
The lack of good education might disqualify you from some jobs.
with care
phrase
Treat your keyboard with care and it should last for years.
LET'S UNDERSTAND! 📚
Direction: Read the short dialogue and understand the meaning of the each phrasal verbs below.
A. bring up
- to mention a topic for discusison or consideration
Dialogue
Melly
Alex
Sure, go ahead.
Melly
I just wanted to bring up the issue of our team's lack of communication. I think it's been causing some problems lately.
B. bring out
- to produce something; to emphasize or make something more evident
Dialogue
Keiko
Your steak tastes different from ours. What did you do differently?
Cindy
I always use a variety of spices to bring out the flavor of the meat.
Keiko
That sounds interesting. Can you share the recipe with me later so I can give it a try?
C. bring forward
- to change the date or time of an event so that it happens earlier
Dialogue
Melly
I just got an email from the boss. He's bringing forward the presentation to this afternoon.
Ken
Wow, that's unexpected. Are you ready for it?
Melly
Luckily, I've got everything prepared. We can go over it together before the meeting if you have time.
D. bring off
- to successfully complete a task, especially when a positive outcome initially seems or seemed unlikely
Dialogue
Alex
This client meeting is critical for my promotion. If I can bring off the deal, it's pretty much guaranteed.
John
I have no doubt you'll do great. You've been working hard and you're well prepared for this meeting.
Alex
Thanks, I just hope I can bring off the pitch and seal the deal. It's a lot of pressure, but I'm ready for it.
E. bring around
- to prompt one to change their opinion or view on something
Dialogue
Melly
I suggested a new approach to our project plan to the team, but they didn't seem convinced.
Cindy
Oh no, what did you do?
Melly
I explained my ideas in detail and showed them how it could benefit us. Eventually, I managed to bring them around.
F. Bring in
- earn money
Dialogue
Anna
It's been a while since I last saw you. How have you been? How's your new job?
Alexa
I've been well. I'm very happy and content with my new job, too. It's great because I can bring in twice as much as my previous job, and I have a lot more flexibility with my schedule.
Anna
That's fantastic news! I'm glad to hear that your new job is working out so well for you.
LET'S PRACTICE!
PART I.
Direction: Fill in the blanks with the correct phrasal verbs. Make sure to use the correct tenses as well.
| bring around | bring out |
| bring forward | bring in |
| bring off | bring up |
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It took a lot of effort, but eventually, the team was able to the board members to their proposed course of action.
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The artist's use of vibrant colors really the beauty of the landscape in his painting.
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Her parents always taught her to sensitive topics with care.
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With careful planning and execution, they were able to the project successfully.
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Can you the meeting time to accommodate everyone's schedule?
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My part-time job doesn't much earnings, but I enjoy it.
PART II.
Direction: Listen as your mentor reads the statements twice. Then, repeat after your mentor.
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PART III.
Direction: Describe the picture using the words or phrases provided.
1. ( bring up / seminar )
2. ( bring off / wedding planner )
Can I bring up a topic for discussion?