Expression Cards: phrasal-verb
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phrasal-verb
trickle down
Meaning
to spread gradually from the wealthy to the less wealthy; to benefit lower classes indirectly
Example
Many economists argue that wealth doesn’t always **trickle down** to the poor.
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trim down
Meaning
to make something smaller or more efficient by removing unnecessary parts or expenses
Example
Companies **trim down** their budgets to survive during recessions.
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trip over
Meaning
to make a careless mistake while doing something
Example
I **tripped over** my words during the speech.
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trip over oneself
Meaning
to make many small mistakes because of nervousness
Example
He **tripped over himself** trying to explain.
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trip up
Meaning
to make someone make a mistake; to make an error
Example
The interviewer tried to **trip up** the candidate with tricky questions.
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trip up on
Meaning
to make a mistake when dealing with something difficult
Example
She **tripped up on** the hardest part of the puzzle.
phrasal-verb
trust in
Meaning
to have faith or confidence in something or someone
Example
We should **trust in** ourselves and never lose hope.
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trust with
Meaning
to give someone responsibility or confidence to handle something
Example
I **trust you with** my deepest secrets.
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try on
Meaning
to put on clothes to see if they fit or look good
Example
I want to **try on** this jacket before buying it.
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try out
Meaning
to test a new recipe or food for the first time
Example
I want to **try out** that new smoothie recipe.
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tune back in
Meaning
to reconnect with your emotions or awareness after being distracted
Example
He took a short walk to **tune back in** to his feelings.
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tune down
Meaning
to lower the intensity or energy; to calm things
Example
Let’s **tune down** the tension and talk calmly about it.
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tune in
Meaning
to pay attention or listen carefully
Example
Try to **tune in** when others are speaking.
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tune in for
Meaning
to watch or listen to something at a scheduled time
Example
Millions **tune in for** the morning science segment online.
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tune in to
Meaning
to become aware of or responsive to something or someone
Example
Good leaders **tune in to** their team’s needs and emotions.
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tune in to others
Meaning
to pay attention to and understand others’ emotions
Example
Emotionally intelligent people **tune in to others** naturally.
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tune into
Meaning
to become aware of or connected with your feelings or environment
Example
You should **tune into** positive energy around you.
phrasal-verb
tune into cravings
Meaning
to pay attention to what your body is asking for
Example
I **tune into cravings** so I notice when stress makes me want extra sweets.
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tune into cultures
Meaning
to understand and adapt to the ways people from different cultures communicate
Example
To work globally, you must **tune into cultures** beyond your own.
phrasal-verb
tune into emotions
Meaning
to pay attention to and understand your feelings
Example
Meditation helps you **tune into emotions** without judgment.
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tune into others
Meaning
to be sensitive to what others are feeling or thinking
Example
Good communicators **tune into** others’ emotions easily.
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tune into positivity
Meaning
to focus your attention on positive thoughts or feelings
Example
Each morning, **tune into positivity** before starting your work.
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tune into yourself
Meaning
to become aware of your feelings and needs
Example
He started meditating to **tune into himself** and find clarity.
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tune inward
Meaning
to focus attention on your inner feelings or thoughts
Example
She took a few minutes each day to **tune inward** and reflect on her emotions.