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1. to knock sth down
= to destroy a building to create space or because the building is old and someone wants to build something new there
Synonym: to demolish sth
I can't believe the council is going to knock down the old fire station. There's so much history there.
2. to make over sb
= to change the way someone looks (i.e. changing their clothes, hairstyle, makeup etc.), often with the intention of improving that person. It is also possible to use this phrasal verb to describe a change to an inanimate object like a room or house. It's more common to use the noun form 'to give sb/sth a makeover'.
Synonym: to transform sb
I heard the new reality TV show is going to make over 5 seemingly different couples so that they match.
3. to pass sth on
= to give something that you have received to someone else
I have to leave early today so if you see George, could you pass on a message that I'll see him tomorrow?
4. to read up (on/about sb/sth)
= to read a lot about a subject. Often this is used as preparation (i.e. to collect information) for something you are going to do in the future.
I've heard it can be quite dangerous so before travelling to that country, you might want to read up about it.
5. to stand up to sb
= to not accept any bad treatment from other people while not complaining. This includes actions like not running away from or complaining about criticism or bullying directed at you.
You really shouldn't let your co-workers push you around so much. It's time you stood up to them.
6. to carry sth over
= to keep something from one situation and use it in another situation
Synonym: to transfer sth
The benefit of this mobile plan is that you get to carry over any unused data to the next month.
I'm sure you'll do great in your next job. There are many skills that you will be able to carry over.
7. to get into sth
= to become involved in a bad situation, or to develop a particular habit (can be used positively or negatively). This phrasal verb is often used in the phrase 'to get into the habit of'.
It was largely because of his neighbour Hector that he got into crime at a young age.
My husband has suddenly got into the habit of burping loudly without realising, even in public.
8. to go together
= to look good together (or when two things look good together)
Synonym: to suit sb/sth, to go with sth
You really should change that tie. It does not go together with that shirt whatsoever.
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