Expression Cards: phrasal-verb
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phrasal-verb
chalk up to
Meaning
to attribute something to a particular reason
Example
We **chalked it up to** experience and moved forward.
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channel emotions
Meaning
to direct emotions into positive actions
Example
She learned to **channel her emotions** into creative work.
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channel energy into
Meaning
to direct your effort toward a specific goal
Example
He **channels energy into** creative hobbies to relieve stress.
phrasal-verb
charge up with
Meaning
to power a device or yourself using something available
Example
I **charge up with** a portable battery before long trips.
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chart a course for
Meaning
to create a clear plan toward a goal
Example
Directors **chart a course for** long-term growth at the retreat.
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chart out for
Meaning
to map a path or schedule for something
Example
We **chart out for** peak-season shipping routes in advance.
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chase after
Meaning
to try hard to achieve something you want
Example
Many people **chase after** success without enjoying the process.
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chase after dreams
Meaning
to actively pursue one's ambitions or desires
Example
He left his hometown to **chase after** his dreams of becoming an entrepreneur.
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chat over
Meaning
to discuss or talk casually with a friend
Example
We love to **chat over** coffee every weekend.
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chat up
Meaning
to talk to someone in a friendly or romantic way
Example
He tried to **chat up** the girl at the party.
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chat with
Meaning
to talk informally with someone
Example
She loves to **chat with** new people at social events.
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cheat on
Meaning
to be unfaithful to your partner
Example
She found out that her boyfriend had **cheated on** her.
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check against
Meaning
to verify information or behavior to ensure it meets standards
Example
All reports must be **checked against** the company’s ethical policy.
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check around for
Meaning
to look in different places in search of something
Example
We **check around for** scholarships before settling on a program.
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check back in with
Meaning
to reconnect with someone to give or get an update
Example
I'll **check back in with** you after the leadership roundtable.
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check back on
Meaning
to review or look again at online updates or messages
Example
You should **check back on** the thread later for new replies.
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check back on progress
Meaning
to review how far work has moved since the last update
Example
Project leads **check back on progress** every Thursday morning.
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check back through
Meaning
to review something again for confirmation
Example
Journalists **check back through** notes to avoid quoting errors.
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check back with
Meaning
to contact someone again to confirm or review something
Example
Could you **check back with** me tomorrow for an update on your case?
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check in
Meaning
to register at a hotel or airport
Example
We **checked in** at the hotel as soon as we arrived.
phrasal-verb
check in about
Meaning
to discuss or confirm the status of something
Example
Let’s **check in about** the deliverables before Friday.
phrasal-verb
check in after
Meaning
to follow up with someone once something has happened
Example
Please **check in after** the appointment so I know how it went.
phrasal-verb
check in on morale
Meaning
to ask people how they are feeling about work
Example
Leads **check in on morale** during stressful weeks.
phrasal-verb
check in with yourself
Meaning
to pause and reflect on your current emotional state
Example
Take a moment to **check in with yourself** during stressful days.