Meaning of Idiom ‘Take Off’ (phrasal verb) 1. To leave or go away. Also expressed ‘take oneself off.’ Usage note: Also expressed as a command similar to beat it or buzz off, as in the example “Take off. I don’t have time for your complaints right now.” 2. To move forward quickly or leave suddenly. … Read more
Also: Run up against Meaning of Idiom ‘Run Against’ 1. Similar to run into (second definition). To encounter something, usually a difficulty. Often expressed as “run up against.” 2. To work against; to oppose. 3. To oppose as a candidate for elective office. Examples Of Use “She ran against a long-established incumbent and won.” “Up … Read more
The idiom and phrasal verb run into is a difficult one because it has at least seven different meanings. It is also used as part of other idioms such as run into a brick wall and run into the ground. Meaning Of Idiom ‘Run Into’ (Phrasal Verb) Meaning 1: To meet someone or find them … Read more
Also: Stoop to (doing something) Stoop to (someone’s level) Meaning of Idiom ‘Stoop To’ (phrasal verb) To stoop to something means to do do something that degrades one, is beneath one’s dignity, or that one finds reprehensible. ,, Examples Of Use “I never thought such a respected detective would stoop to blackmail.” “When John told lies on me … Read more
The idiom act up is applied to people, especially children, machinery and electronics; and medical conditions. The word act is used to mean behave in a certain way or “to do” while up serves as a negative intensifier, so that this idiom (phrasal verb) means to behave or act badly. Meaning of Idiom ‘Act Up’ … Read more