Expression Cards
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phrasal-verb
write in
envoyer une plainte ou une opinion par écrit
Meaning
to send a written complaint or opinion
Example
Many viewers **wrote in** to complain about the poor sound quality.
phrasal-verb
write in about
contacter une organisation par écrit à propos de quelque chose
Meaning
to contact an organization in writing regarding something
Example
If you have ideas, please **write in about** them before Friday.
idiom
write off
rejeter quelque chose comme sans importance ou pas digne d'être pris en compte
Meaning
to dismiss something as unimportant or not worth considering
Example
Don’t **write off** his idea; it might actually work.
idiom
write one’s own story
façonner son propre destin ou chemin dans la vie
Meaning
to shape one’s own destiny or path in life
Example
She chose to **write her own story** instead of following tradition.
phrasal-verb
write out
écrire quelque chose sous forme complète
Meaning
to write something in full form
Example
Please **write out** your answers clearly in the exam sheet.
phrasal-verb
write to
envoyer une lettre ou un message pour exprimer de la gratitude ou de l'appréciation
Meaning
to send a letter or message to express gratitude or appreciation
Example
I plan to **write to** my old professor to thank him for his support.
phrasal-verb
write up
préparer un rapport détaillé par écrit
Meaning
to prepare a detailed written report
Example
Please **write up** the feedback summary for the manager.
idiom
written in the stars
destiné à arriver ; écrit dans les étoiles
Meaning
destined to happen; fated
Example
They believe their meeting was **written in the stars**.