Everyday Phrasal Verbs

examine facts and information e.g. The detective looked into the case and found some useful clues.

trick or deceive e.g. I was not taken in by the fraudster who asked me for my bank account details and pin number.

be sure that something exists e.g. Do you believe in UFO's? There have been some sightings.

connect e.g. I will get the technician to hook up your computer/hook your computer up so that you can use the internet.

gain access to a computer e.g. I will give you my password so that you can log in and start to work.

think of, suggest and make e.g. Inventors come up with new and helpful devices all the time.

make a copy of your work on your computer e.g. Please remember to back up your work regularly. You don't want to lose anything.

manage to see something e.g. It was so dark I couldn't make out what was in the room.

only talk about one subject e.g. The policeman told the suspect to stick to the facts and tell him exactly what happened.

make a certain sound e.g. Mary let out a loud scream when she saw the big snake.