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A highly informal or slang expression meaning to leave abruptly or to dismiss someone.

To give all your attention and energy to an activity so that you forget about everything else.

Used in fixed expressions such as 'on account of' (because of) or 'take account of' (to consider), rather than as a standalone phrasal verb.

To take action based on information, advice, or instructions received.

A rare or regional expression meaning to allow air to cool or dry something, or to ventilate briefly.

To allow fresh air into a room or onto an object to remove stale smells or dampness, or figuratively to openly discuss a problem.

To include extra time, money, or space in a plan to deal with something that might happen.

To waste time doing silly or unproductive things; to behave foolishly or irresponsibly.

To waste time, behave foolishly, or deal with something in an unhelpfully indirect or incompetent way.

To ruin or make a mess of something through incompetence or carelessness.

To ask multiple people the same question, typically to gather information or find something.

To request something, or to request to speak to a specific person.

To give care, attention, or service to someone or something.

To put bags or heavy items down on the ground or floor, especially after carrying them.

To put things into bags, especially for storage, transport, or sale.

When two opposing things or forces become equal, or when something compensates for something else.

To roll or press something into a ball shape; or to curl the body tightly into a ball position.

To roll or scrunch something into a tight ball; or to confuse or confound a person or situation.

(British, vulgar slang) To waste time or behave in a foolish, unproductive manner.

(British, vulgar slang) To behave irresponsibly, waste time, or fail to take things seriously.

(Dated British slang) To waste time or behave in a foolish, aimless manner.

To move around noisily, making loud banging or crashing sounds.

To move around a place making loud banging or crashing sounds; also used to mean knocking something repeatedly.

To collide or knock hard against a person or object accidentally.

To expect or plan for something as part of one's calculations.

To concern or relate to a particular topic; or to be present and active nearby.

To arrive or come to a place soon.

To be present in a place or available; to exist or remain in use over a period of time.

To be about to experience something, usually something unpleasant or surprising and unavoidable.

To be happening, functioning, available, scheduled, or (of a person) behaving unusually.

To do or reach something before someone else does.

To happen to someone or something, especially over time; used to ask about a person's fate or outcome.

To ask to be excused from an obligation, meeting, or engagement; to politely withdraw from something you had agreed to do.

To be the property of someone, or to be a member of a group or organization

To move your body downward by bending at the waist or knees.

To lean the upper body forward and downward from the waist.

Slang: to roll a cannabis cigarette.

British informal: to end a romantic relationship with someone, or to discard or cancel something.

To ruin or spoil something through incompetence or carelessness.

To decorate or adorn something or someone with expensive, flashy jewellery or accessories.

To adorn or decorate something or someone with showy, expensive jewellery or glittering accessories.

To avoid or skip a responsibility or task, especially by being lazy.

To spend time doing nothing, lying around lazily with no energy or purpose.

To start eating or tackling something with great enthusiasm and energy.

To spoil or ruin something through carelessness or incompetence.

To ruin or spoil something through stupidity or carelessness.

To make a stupid or embarrassing mistake.

To ruin, spoil, or make a mess of something, used in Southern US dialect.

To make a reservation or booking in advance, often well ahead of the date needed.

To formally arrange to be absent from work for a specific period, often by registering it with an employer.

To move about in a light, carefree, and often cheerful way, visiting various places or dancing gently.

To move energetically from place to place, or to discuss ideas informally without reaching a conclusion.

To enter a place with a lot of energy and enthusiasm.

Informal or slang phrase meaning to dance provocatively on someone, or in some dialects, to act quickly on something.

To welcome or escort someone into a place with a bow as a gesture of deep respect.

To arrive or appear somewhere in a casual or confident manner.

To enclose or separate a space or area by surrounding it with a box-like structure or partition.

To put things into boxes, especially when packing to move or store them.

To expand into new areas of activity, interest, or business beyond what you currently do.

to enter by force, interrupt, train something new, or make shoes comfortable by use

to break off one piece or item from a larger whole

to rear or raise from youth to maturity

to make yourself do something difficult or unpleasant

To carry or have something or someone accompany you when you come to a place.

To become or cause to become more lively, quick, or energetic.

(Informal/slang) To spend time bonding and relaxing with male friends in a stereotypically masculine way.

(Slang) To socialise and have fun with male friends in a stereotypically masculine way, or to act in an exaggeratedly macho manner.

To develop a deep, golden-brown tan on the skin, or to give something a bronze colour or finish.

To sweep or clean an area using a broom.

To remove something with a light sweeping motion, or to dismiss a feeling or memory as if it could be physically swept away.

To pass very close to someone or something, usually making light physical contact.

To clean or groom something by brushing it downward, typically clothing or an animal's coat.

To remove something by brushing, or to untangle and smooth hair using a brush.

To move past someone quickly, making brief, light physical contact.

To spend time idly, doing nothing useful, or to travel casually without a plan.

To continue through life or a task in a clumsy, disorganized, but generally harmless way.

To encounter or discover something or someone by chance.

To encounter or come across something by chance (rare variant of 'bump into' or 'come upon').

To gather or compress into a tight group within a space.

To gather or group things or people closely together in one place or category.

To gather into folds or a mass, or for people to crowd together.

To collect several things and tie or wrap them together, or to combine items into one package or group.

To dress warmly in many layers, or to wrap someone or something in thick material to keep warm.

Chiefly Australian: to casually place something somewhere, or to stage/organise an event.

To settle down to sleep somewhere, especially in a temporary or improvised location.

To meet someone unexpectedly or by chance.

(Informal American) To move about quickly and busily, getting things done.

To escape from confinement; to suddenly produce or begin something; (US informal) to use or display something impressively.

To move about busily doing various tasks; to keep occupied with activity.

To require or summon someone to leave what they are doing and go to another place or task.

To find or meet something or someone by accident.

To find or encounter something or someone entirely by accident.

To move from one system, activity, or position to another; to switch.

To follow someone or something quickly in order to catch them, or to try eagerly to obtain or achieve something.

To choose a cheap or low-quality option to save money, especially when something better was expected.

To choose a cheaper, inferior option when a better one was expected or appropriate.

To mark an item on a list as done or verified.

To select or pick something or someone from a group. (Archaic or dialectal.)

To eat heartily, enthusiastically, or in large amounts

To throw something away or discard it, often carelessly or wastefully

To throw something downward carelessly, or (of weather) to rain very heavily

To quit or give up what you are doing (British informal fixed expression)

To vomit, or (rarely) to abandon something (very informal, chiefly British dialectal)

To throw something across a space to someone

To cut or bite off a chunk of something (rare, dialectal)

To put or fasten something onto something else quickly and decisively.

To make something or someone more elegant, sophisticated, or impressive.

To remove something by scratching or clawing at it repeatedly.

To clean a surface thoroughly, typically from top to bottom.

To remove dirt, marks, or unwanted substances from a surface.

To thoroughly remove all contents from a place and clean it; also to take all of someone's money or possessions.

To make a place clean and tidy after a mess; also to make a large profit, or to reform one's behavior.

To clean the mess left behind by another person or animal.

To remove objects from a surface or area to make it tidy and clear.

To remove all unwanted items from a place; or to leave a place quickly.

To enter something by climbing, especially a vehicle, bed, or confined space.

To behave in a silly, playful, or comedic way for the amusement of others or simply for fun.

To form or gather into a dense mass or clump; or to cause things to stick together into lumps.

To fill a space with too many unnecessary or untidy objects, making it difficult to use.

To put on a coat, especially in preparation for cold weather.

To assemble or produce something quickly and roughly, using whatever materials or ideas are available.

A less common variant of 'cobble together'; to assemble something quickly and imperfectly.

To fire or discharge accidentally when cocked; also dialectally to go away or stop bothering someone.

A rare dialectal British expression meaning to continue or carry on with something.

British informal: to make a serious mistake or ruin something through incompetence.

A dialectal British variant meaning to ruin or spoil something; to make a mess of a situation.

Informal, mainly North American: to drink coffee, especially to become alert or energised.

To wind or twist something into a series of loops, or (of a creature or object) to arrange itself in a spiral shape.

To turn up or raise the collar of a jacket or coat, typically for warmth or as a fashion statement.

To gather together a number of items that are spread around and bring them to one place.

To use a comb to flatten or direct hair in a downward direction.

To use a comb to remove tangles, knots, or unwanted material from hair; also to search through and remove unwanted elements.

To comb long hair from one side of the head over to the other, typically to conceal baldness; also used as a noun for this hairstyle.

To happen or occur, especially as the result of a series of events or circumstances.

To find or encounter something or someone by chance; or to make a particular impression on others.

To accompany someone somewhere; to arrive or appear; or to make progress.

To visit someone; to regain consciousness; to change one's opinion over time; or for a scheduled event to arrive.

To leave a place or situation, especially with a particular feeling or result; or for a part of something to become detached.

to return to a place, situation, or earlier state

to visit briefly, or to obtain something, especially with some difficulty

to appear, emerge, or become known, often in formal or literary style

to have a place, source, or cause as your origin

to enter, arrive, become involved, or be received

to enter a place, receive something such as money, or reach a new state

to become detached, happen successfully, or give a particular impression

to begin, improve, make progress, or be used to encourage or complain

to move onto a place or surface, or to start being present there

to emerge, become known, be published, or leave a place

To arise, appear, or be mentioned; also to approach or to occur unexpectedly.

To find or encounter something or someone by chance, or to overtake someone suddenly.

To be included as part of something, or to accompany someone.

Chiefly British informal: to fall asleep, especially suddenly.

To show toughness and perseverance in the face of difficulty; to stop complaining and deal with a hard situation.

To settle into a warm, comfortable position, or to make oneself at home somewhere.

To move or progress at a brisk, steady pace.

To break or detach a piece from something by cracking it.

To continue with a task energetically and without delay.

Vulgar slang for passing wind (flatulence).

To suddenly produce or bring out something, often with energy or enthusiasm.

To force people or things into a very small space so they are tightly packed.

To waste time, behave irresponsibly, or treat someone or something carelessly — used as a ruder alternative to 'mess around'.

To be completely covered with or full of moving creatures, people, or things, creating an unpleasant sense of density.

To apply cream, lotion, or moisturiser generously to the skin.

To advance or progress slowly and almost imperceptibly; used of time, age, or a gradual process.

To draw a line through an item on a list to show it has been completed or is no longer relevant.

A rare or dialectal variant of 'crouch down': to lower the body by bending the knees.

To fold or turn up the cuff of a sleeve or trouser leg.

A crude, humorous slang expression meaning to defecate.

A crude, humorous slang expression meaning to defecate.

To make a choice or reach a final decision about something.

A formal or literary variant of 'decide on', meaning to reach a final choice about something.

An archaic or rare phrase meaning to give something up or to leave while taking something.

To need someone or something in order to function or succeed, or to vary according to conditions

(British, vulgar informal) To waste time doing nothing useful, or to treat someone inconsiderately.

(Vulgar informal) To waste time doing useless things, or to treat someone in a disrespectful or evasive way.

(Vulgar informal) To waste time or avoid doing what one should be doing.

To smarten oneself or something up; to make neat and tidy (dated British dialect).

To search through things or investigate an area in an unfocused or exploratory way.

To remove or rescue something or someone from a surrounding mass; or to find and retrieve something after searching.

To search through a place or collection of things in an exploratory way (British English variant of 'dig around').

To dress smartly or tidy oneself up (British regional dialect, chiefly Northern English).

To fail to get something or be unlucky (Australian English); or to leave a place quickly and quietly.

To make something or someone dirty, or to become dirty.

To quickly pass or hand something off to another person, especially in a sports context.

To distribute or give out something, often in large amounts; also means to serve food.

To serve food or present something ready for use or consumption.

To stop using or needing something; to do without something, often a formality or requirement.

To get rid of something by discarding, selling, or dealing with it in an appropriate way.

To leave or abandon a place, person, or commitment suddenly and without fulfilling obligations.

To start doing something quickly and with enthusiasm, without hesitation.

To separate something into parts and distribute those parts among people or groups.

To divide and share something among a group of people, usually informally.

Non-standard spelling of 'divvy up'; to divide and share something informally among a group.

An archaic, dialectal, or non-standard expression sometimes meaning to finish or get rid of something.

To do something again, usually because it was done wrong the first time.

To fasten clothing or packaging, or to renovate and redecorate a building.

To manage or survive without something that is absent or unavailable.

To make oneself or someone else look attractive by dressing up smartly and applying make-up.

A very rare or non-standard variant possibly meaning to dress up or decorate. Not a recognized standard English phrasal verb.

To spend time idly without doing anything useful.

To wander or spend time lazily without any purpose.

To sleep in a temporary or improvised place, often on the floor or somewhere basic.

To avoid work or responsibilities by being lazy.

To sleep rough or in an outdoor or improvised location.

To make someone or something look old-fashioned, dull, or unfashionable.

To wear informal clothes, or to scold or reprimand someone severely.

To put on special, formal, or costume clothing, or to make something appear more attractive than it really is.

To live or move without purpose, direction, or ambition, letting things happen rather than making decisions.

To quickly empty the contents of a container by tipping or turning it over.

(Chiefly British) To remove dust from someone or something, or to tidy up something that has not been used for a while.

To remove dust from something, or to bring something back into use after it has been neglected or unused for a period of time.

To clean the inside of something by removing dust, typically by wiping, brushing, or blowing.

To reduce a supply of food or resources by consuming it gradually.

To have a meal at home rather than at a restaurant.

To gradually use up or reduce a resource, such as time, money, or profit.

To have a meal at a restaurant or café rather than at home.

To consume all of something, or to use up resources quickly; also used to encourage someone to finish their food.

A euphemism for 'f*** up' — to make a serious mistake or ruin something.

To make a limited supply last as long as possible, or to just barely manage to achieve or obtain something.

To remove all the contents from a container or space, or for a place to become completely empty of people.

To have a particular result or conclusion, especially an unpleasant one.

To eventually arrive at a particular situation or outcome; a regional variant of 'end up.'

To eventually reach a place, situation, or condition, especially one that was not planned or expected.

To become or make something balanced, equal, or smooth, either physically or in terms of distribution.

To waste time by doing things in a disorganized, ineffective, or unnecessarily fussy way.

To waste time in a disorganized, inefficient, or unnecessarily fussy way; essentially identical to 'faff about.'

To return to a previous habit, pattern, or state, usually an unwanted one.

To use a reserve resource, skill, or option when other choices are unavailable.

A formal variant of 'fall back on'; to use a reserve resource when other options are exhausted.

To enter a physical space by falling, or to move into a state, habit, or category naturally or accidentally.

To begin doing something with energy, or to become someone's responsibility or duty.

To come together or assemble into a coherent whole, often naturally or fortuitously.

To make something or someone look more attractive, special, or impressive, often by adding decorative touches.

To waste time doing nothing useful or to act in a foolish, disorganised way. (British English, mildly vulgar)

To waste time or behave in a silly, disorganised way without getting anything done. (British English, mildly vulgar)

To waste time behaving in a silly or unproductive way. (British English, vulgar informal)

To waste time or behave in an unproductive, silly way. (Vulgar informal, mainly British)

To close or secure something, typically clothing, using a fastener such as a button, zip, or buckle.

To search or explore an area using your hands and sense of touch, especially when you cannot see clearly.

To have the desire or inclination to do something, or to have the sensation of being something

To take care of yourself without relying on help from others.

To search for something by looking or feeling around in a careful, persistent way, especially in hidden or cluttered places.

To search persistently through a place or among information, often for something hidden or hard to find.

To go and get something from outside and bring it indoors.

To waste time on unimportant things, or to touch or adjust something repeatedly in a nervous or purposeless way.

To waste time or handle something repeatedly in a small, purposeless way; to tinker without achieving much.

To waste time or resources by spending them on unimportant, trivial activities.

To touch, move, or adjust something repeatedly in a small, often nervous or purposeless way.

To expect or plan for something; to count on something happening.

To make a container or space completely full, or to become completely full.

To complete the final part of something, to consume the last of something, or to defeat and destroy someone or something completely.

To complete what remains of a task or activity, or to find oneself in a particular situation at the end.

To no longer need or use something, to have completed a relationship or association, or to have nothing more to say or do regarding somethin

To retrieve something from inside a bag, pocket, body of water, or other container, often with some searching.

To bring something up from below, as if pulling it from water; a rarer variant of 'fish out'.

To feel accepted as part of a group, or to find time or space for something.

To waste time doing trivial, unimportant things in an aimless way.

To move or act in a light, airy, and somewhat aimless or carefree manner.

To pass very quickly — used for time, vehicles, or events.

To come after something in sequence or to arrive later, continuing from where something left off.

To complete an action, plan, or promise all the way to its end without stopping.

To behave in a silly, playful, or irresponsible way, or to waste time.

To move or progress in a lazy, aimless, or irresponsible manner.

To behave in a silly or irresponsible way, waste time, or engage in casual sexual activity.

To waste time, money, or an opportunity through foolish or irresponsible behavior.

To ruin or spoil something by making a foolish mistake.

To waste time doing trivial or purposeless things; to fuss ineffectually.

To waste time doing trivial or pointless things; to act ineffectually.

To waste time or an opportunity on trivial or pointless activities.

To stop thinking about, remembering, or worrying about someone or something.

To make time, space, money, or resources available by removing what was previously using them.

An informal, regional variant of 'freshen up' — to quickly wash and improve one's appearance.

To quickly wash and make yourself or something look and feel cleaner and more presentable.

To waste time or behave in a pointless, irritating way.

To ruin or spoil something through incompetence or carelessness.

Variant spelling of 'frig up': to ruin or spoil something through careless or incompetent action.

A dialectal or shortened variant of 'fritter away': to waste time, money, or resources in small, pointless amounts.

To waste time, money, or opportunities by spending them on many small, unimportant things over a period of time.

For hair to become frizzy, curly, or unmanageably wavy, especially in humid conditions.

To appear or present yourself to face a difficult situation, challenge, or responsibility; to show up when required.

British vulgar slang for wasting time, behaving foolishly, or treating someone inconsiderately.

American vulgar slang for wasting time, behaving recklessly, or having casual sexual encounters.

Vulgar slang meaning to squander or waste something through carelessness or recklessness.

Vulgar slang for completely ruining or spoiling a specific thing through an error or poor handling.

British vulgar slang variant of 'fuck about' or 'fuck around', meaning to waste time or treat someone inconsiderately.

Informal, somewhat colloquial expression meaning to make something more enjoyable, entertaining, or lighthearted.

To clean, polish, or restore something old or worn to a better condition; to renovate or smarten up.

To move about in an unnecessarily busy or anxious way, often doing things that aren't truly necessary.

To pay excessive and often unnecessary attention to someone or something, especially by trying to help or care for them in an over-the-top w

A rare British euphemistic slang expression meaning to waste time, behave foolishly, or do nothing useful.

American informal expression meaning to waste time, tinker aimlessly, or engage in unproductive activity.

American informal expression meaning to tinker with, adjust, or play around with something, usually without achieving much.

To collect several things from various places and bring them together.

To shift to a lower gear in a vehicle, or to reduce one's level of activity or intensity.

To prepare yourself or an organisation actively and energetically for something challenging or important.

To think, plan, or act too far in advance before the appropriate time.

To have a friendly relationship with someone, or to manage and make progress.

To finally do something that you have been delaying or have not yet found time for.

To escape from a place, person, or situation, or to go on a short holiday.

To return to a place, or to recover something that was taken or lost.

To manage to survive or function with limited resources or ability.

To manage a situation using only the limited resources, tools, or skills you have.

To complete or finish something unpleasant as quickly as possible.

To organise yourself, your life, or your emotions; to start functioning effectively.

An emphatic or energetic form of 'get up', often used as a motivational command to stand up, get moving, or rise.

To regain emotional composure or organise one's thoughts, appearance, and life effectively.

To exit a physical space, avoid an obligation, or obtain something from someone.

To eliminate, discard, or free yourself from something or someone unwanted

To finally find the time or motivation to do something that has been postponed or delayed.

To rise from bed or a seated/lying position, or to reach a certain level.

To rise or stand up from a surface or position, usually with some emphasis or effort.

To be involved in an activity, especially one that is secret, mischievous, or surprising.

To make something or someone more lively, energetic, or enthusiastic.

An archaic or dialectal expression meaning to distribute or pass something around.

To return something to the person it belongs to, or to contribute to a community as a way of expressing gratitude.

An archaic expression meaning to distribute or hand something around to others.

To distribute something to a group of people, to stop working or functioning, or to come to an end.

To hand something over, to dedicate something to a particular purpose, or (in British informal use) to stop doing something or to express di

To make oneself or something look more glamorous and attractive through clothing, makeup, or decoration.

To undergo a striking improvement in appearance, confidence, or overall life quality, usually over time.

To approach or deal with a task in a particular way; or to move around doing ordinary activities.

An archaic or literary expression meaning to attempt or intend to do something; equivalent to 'be about to' in older English.

To proceed with an action; or used to give someone permission to do something.

To proceed and carry out a specific plan or action, often after consideration or permission.

To travel or move with someone; or to proceed through a process step by step.

To attack someone or something, or to do something with great energy and enthusiasm.

To return to a place, person, or state; or to date from a period in the past.

To return to a place, person, activity, or topic.

To pass, to move past something, or to use something as a basis for judgement or action.

To choose, attempt, attack, or be attracted to something or someone.

To enter a place or space.

To continue, to happen, to speak further, or to urge someone to do something.

To move in a circular path, to visit someone casually, or to be sufficient for everyone.

To experience something difficult, examine something carefully, or consume a supply of something.

To do something that was planned or promised, even though it is difficult or you have doubts.

To be compatible, complementary, or well-suited to each other; also, for two people to be in a romantic relationship.

To accompany someone, to choose a particular option, or for one thing to suit or complement another.

To manage or exist without having something, often implying sacrifice or deprivation.

To behave in a silly, playful, or aimless way, often while avoiding serious work.

An informal way of expressing obligation, necessity, or strong recommendation; also, to have reached a place or situation.

To fully embrace or express a goth aesthetic in appearance or style.

To dress oneself in goth-style clothing and makeup, typically for a particular event or occasion.

To become greener — either literally (plants sprouting) or figuratively (becoming more environmentally friendly).

To produce something slowly and laboriously, or to extinguish something by crushing it.

To gradually become suited to or capable of something, or to become big enough to fit into something.

To become too big or too mature for something, or to stop doing something as a result of growing older.

To develop from a child into an adult; also used to tell someone to behave more maturely.

To manage to survive or get by with very little, especially financially.

To take precautions to prevent something harmful or undesirable from happening.

To waste time foolishly or to make empty boastful talk; used in informal British contexts.

A variant form of 'gussy up': to dress or decorate something elaborately and showily.

To make someone, something, or oneself look more attractive, fancy, or impressive.

To spend time tinkering or experimenting, especially with computers or technology; also to pass time aimlessly.

To distribute or offer something to each person in a group by passing it from one to another.

To give something to someone else, often permanently or freely.

To return something to the person it belongs to or came from.

To distribute something to multiple people, used when the object is already understood from context.

To pass responsibility, a task, or an object directly to another person.

To give something to the next person in a series, or to pass knowledge, tradition, or objects to others.

To offer or pass something to each person in a group in turn.

To stay in a place doing nothing, or to wait for someone; also used as an exclamation meaning 'wait a moment'.

To spend time idly in a place or with people, or to wait for someone.

To remain in a place after others have left, or to move more slowly than a group.

To keep hold of something, physically or figuratively; to retain something.

To spend relaxed, informal time with friends or in a place; also to display something by hanging it in the open air.

To spend time in a place or with people without doing anything in particular. (British English variant of 'hang around'.)

To hold tightly to something or to retain something. A less common variant of 'hang onto'.

To end a phone call; to put something on a hook or hanger; or (figuratively) to stop doing an activity permanently.

To spend casual time with someone, or to keep up with someone's pace or ideas.

To find or meet someone or something by chance, without looking for it.

To arrive or pass by a place by chance, without planning to be there.

To pass by or visit a place by chance, without intending to.

To find or encounter something or someone by pure chance.

To find or encounter something or someone entirely by accident.

To spoil, ruin, or do something badly; to make a mess of something.

To be wearing something; to have plans or commitments; or to trick or tease someone.

To be obliged or required to do something; to express necessity.

To leave a place and go somewhere, usually in a casual or purposeful way.

To give or apply a large, often excessive amount of something to someone.

To gather or accumulate things into a large, often disorganised pile.

To behave in a wild, reckless, or disreputable manner; to live or act without restraint.

An archaic or dialectal variant of 'hurry up'; to move or act more quickly.

To raise something such as prices or clothing sharply or by a large amount.

To pull clothing up with a quick movement; or to attach a trailer, caravan, or animal to a vehicle.

A rare, informal expression meaning to apply something thickly or to proceed energetically

To connect a device or system, or informally to provide someone with something they need or want

To move around with quick, light jumps or to move busily from place to place

To enter a vehicle, space, or clothing quickly and with little effort.

To start doing something immediately, especially when ordered or urged by someone else.

To play in a boisterous, rough, or silly manner, often when one should be doing something more serious.

To play in a rough, boisterous, or silly way, typically when one should be doing something else.

To wash or drench something thoroughly using a hose or strong jet of water.

To remove dirt, mud, or other substances from a surface using a hose or jet of water.

To hum quietly in accompaniment to music that is playing, or to describe something progressing smoothly.

To bend the top of the body forward and round the shoulders, often while focusing on something.

To search for and retrieve something that is hidden, stored away, or difficult to find.

To find or locate someone or something through deliberate and sometimes effortful searching.

To move, act, or do something more quickly; also used as an imperative urging someone to go faster.

To use or manage resources carefully and sparingly so they last longer.

To dress or present oneself in a bold, provocative, or sexually suggestive manner.

To move quickly or encourage others to move quickly; also to gather or produce something with speed and energy.

To return to a previous position, level, or state very gradually and slowly.

To behave foolishly, waste time, or not take something seriously.

A vulgar slang expression meaning to masturbate; less commonly, to waste time fooling around.

A rare nonstandard spelling of a vulgar slang expression meaning to masturbate or fool around.

To fool around, behave playfully, or waste time instead of being serious.

To make something more attractive, lively, stylish, or exciting.

A very rare or nonstandard expression with no established common meaning in modern English.

To pull or move something upward suddenly and sharply.

A nonstandard or highly unusual expression with no established common meaning.

A very rare or unattested combination with no established phrasal-verb meaning in standard English.

A rare offensive expression with antisemitic associations, sometimes used to mean dress up or decorate.

To draw back, refuse, or avoid going through with something.

Vulgar slang variant of 'jazz up': to make something more exciting, lively, or attractive.

To start participating in an activity that is already happening.

To accept or take an opportunity eagerly and without hesitation.

To act immediately and with energy, usually in response to a command or urgent situation.

To settle down to sleep, especially in a temporary or informal location.

(British informal) To stay in bed longer than usual, or to sleep indoors rather than outside.

(British informal) To sleep outside or away from one's own home, often in informal or improvised conditions.

To move around freely, erratically, or aimlessly, often at speed.

To lower your body so that one or both knees are resting on the ground.

A rare or dialectal variant meaning to leave quickly, to stop doing something, or to steal.

To spend time in a place without a specific purpose, or to treat someone roughly.

To spend time in a place informally, to socialise casually, or to consider an idea roughly.

To cause something or someone to fall by hitting or bumping into it.

To spend time in a place or with someone informally, or to exist somewhere in a vague, unplanned way.

A versatile phrasal verb with distinct British and North American meanings, including waking someone, making something quickly, or (informal

To fasten something (typically shoes, boots, or a corset) by threading and tying a lace through a series of holes or hooks.

(Australian slang) To dress in an ostentatiously flashy, garish, or vulgar manner.

(Informal, dialectal) To arrive at a place, especially someone's home, often unexpectedly; to end up in a particular location.

To find oneself in a place, situation, or condition as a result of a series of events, often unexpectedly.

To survive, endure, or be sufficient for a particular period of time.

To put something down or stop using it, either temporarily or permanently; to save something for later; or to deliberately stop thinking abo

To store or reserve something for future use; specifically (American English) to reserve a product in a store with a deposit, paying the res

To recline or lean backwards into a resting position; or to relax and not apply effort.

To buy and store a supply of something in advance, especially food or fuel.

To dismiss workers due to lack of work, or to stop doing or bothering with something.

To put on multiple layers of clothing, especially to stay warm in cold weather.

To spend time relaxing and doing nothing in particular, often in a way that seems lazy or unproductive.

To relax and do nothing useful for a period of time.

To precede or approach a particular event or moment through a series of events, or to approach a sensitive topic indirectly.

To turn the pages of a book, magazine, or document casually without reading it thoroughly.

To forget to take something with you, to progress faster than others so they fall back, or to move on from a past situation.

To stop doing something, or to omit something from a list or document.

To allow something to remain unused or undone, so that it is available later.

To make something longer by extending it in a downward direction, particularly clothing.

To gradually become longer or to make something longer over time.

To grow or extend upward, or to make something taller or longer in the upward direction.

To be waiting in the future; to be about to happen or be encountered.

To rest idly in a relaxed position; or for objects to be left untidily in various places.

To recline into a relaxed, horizontal or near-horizontal position by leaning backwards.

To be physically or figuratively positioned in front of someone, waiting to be faced or decided upon.

To be kept in reserve or set aside without being used; also (archaic) to rest or stop work.

To move into a horizontal position by placing your body flat on a surface.

To stay in bed later than usual in the morning; also (of something) to consist of or exist within something.

To be deferred or left pending until a later time; also (archaic/formal) to remain overnight somewhere on a journey.

A formal or literary variant of 'lie on'; to be placed on a surface or to be someone's responsibility or burden.

To use physical effort to move or carry something from a higher position to a lower one.

To raise something or someone to a higher position; also to make someone feel more hopeful or happier.

To stand or place things in a row; to organise or arrange people, events, or plans; to be scheduled or positioned.

To continue for longer than expected, especially in a slow or reluctant way; to persist in the mind or in life.

To prolong or draw out a period of time, often tediously or mournfully (archaic/literary).

To pay active attention in order to hear a specific sound, signal, or piece of information.

To enjoy life to the fullest, often by spending money freely and having fun.

To depend on someone or something as your main source of food, money, or support.

To survive using a particular amount of money or food, or to continue to exist after death in memory or legacy.

To actually experience something in real life, often a dream or fantasy, or to spend the rest of one's life in a place or condition.

To deliberately consume or acquire a large amount of something, especially food, drink, or medicine, in preparation for something.

To spend time lazily doing nothing in particular.

To spend time idly and without purpose, doing nothing useful.

To relax or rest in a lazy, physically limp way without doing anything in particular.

To relax lazily in a limp or sprawled posture without any particular purpose.

To take care of someone or something, making sure they are safe and have everything they need.

To think about and prepare for the future, or to direct your gaze forward.

To direct your attention toward a specific upcoming event, period, or challenge in the future.

To turn and look in various directions to examine your surroundings, or to visit a place and inspect it.

To try to find someone or something by searching.

To feel pleased and excited about something that is going to happen in the future

To have the appearance of something or someone, or to seem as though something is likely to happen

To apply lotion, moisturiser, or sunscreen to one's body.

To waste time, behave in an aimless or foolish way, or cause minor trouble.

To spoil, ruin, or make a mess of something through carelessness or incompetence.

To be fortunate; to benefit from good luck, especially in obtaining something desirable.

To obtain or find something desirable purely by chance, without planning or effort.

To experience good fortune; to have things turn out well by chance (American English) — or conversely, to be unlucky (British English).

To eat lunch at home, at one's desk, or indoors rather than going to a restaurant or café.

To eat lunch at a restaurant, café, or public eating establishment rather than at home or at one's desk.

To lounge, idle, or live in a comfortable, indulgent, or extravagant manner; alternatively (British slang), to move about in a lush, pleasur

To live extravagantly and indulgently; to enjoy luxury or excess, sometimes specifically through heavy drinking.

To produce, create, or obtain something quickly and seemingly effortlessly, as if by magic.

To prepare a makeshift or temporary bed or sleeping place, usually on the floor or a sofa.

To move toward a destination with purpose; or to contribute to or create a particular result, condition, or atmosphere.

To transform something or someone into a different thing, form, or role through deliberate action.

To create or construct something using a particular material or set of available resources.

(Dated/slang) To produce, provide, or start doing something, often used as an impatient demand.

To cope or succeed in a situation using only what is available, even if resources or conditions are not ideal.

To intend or plan to do something.

To waste time, behave in a silly way, or treat someone carelessly.

To waste time, behave in a playful or unfocused way, or treat someone without respect.

To make something untidy, spoil it, or make a mistake.

To be careful or to move out of the way to avoid a hazard.

To fail to experience, enjoy, or take advantage of something good, or to omit something from a list.

To introduce variety, change, or unpredictability into a routine or situation, or to engage in a fight.

British slang meaning to sit around doing nothing, in a dazed or lazy state.

To behave in a silly, playful, or irresponsible way.

To behave in a silly, playful, or irresponsible way; to waste time playing or fooling around.

To move around slowly and aimlessly in a gloomy or dejected state, feeling sorry for oneself.

To move around in a gloomy, listless way, feeling sad or sorry for oneself.

A British informal, and very rare, expression meaning to go away or leave.

A very rare informal expression meaning to relax completely, doing nothing, or to become settled and inactive like moss growing on a surface

To change position or location, either within a space or more broadly by relocating frequently.

To make progress or to proceed with something, especially a plan or project.

To continue moving or progressing; also used as a directive to keep walking and not stop or gather in one place.

To change position or location, either physically within a space or by relocating frequently.

To continue to the next stage, topic, or phase; or to leave behind a situation, relationship, or period of life and begin something new.

To adapt to or keep pace with changing times, trends, or a group.

To behave in a silly, aimless, or time-wasting way, or to treat someone carelessly.

To behave playfully or aimlessly, wasting time, or to treat someone without proper care.

To do something badly, spoil it, or make it dirty.

To continue in a confused or disorganised way without any clear plan or improvement.

To continue in a confused or disorganised way, making progress without any real plan.

To manage to deal with a difficult situation even though you are confused or disorganised.

To confuse two or more things, or to put things into a disordered mess.

To fail at something or handle it badly, especially by being clumsy or inept at a crucial moment.

To wrap oneself or someone else warmly, especially around the neck and face, to protect against cold.

To crush or grind something into a soft, wet, pulpy mass.

To make hair, clothing, or a tidy space dishevelled and untidy.

To give someone or something the same name as a person or thing, in their honour or memory.

To give someone or something the name of another person or place, especially as a tribute; predominantly American English.

Used to express necessity or obligation to do something.

Australian informal expression meaning to go away or leave quickly.

To fall asleep unintentionally, especially briefly and in a public or inappropriate place.

Informal internet slang meaning to refuse to participate in or quickly leave a situation because it is frightening, disgusting, or simply un

To look around somewhere in a nosy or inquisitive way, searching for information or interesting things.

To search around a place in an inquisitive or prying way, trying to discover information.

To eat something quickly or casually, especially as a snack; British informal.

To actively choose to participate in something, especially a system, programme, or service.

To choose not to participate in something, or to withdraw from a system or arrangement you were part of.

To have a duty or obligation to do something for your own benefit, because you have earned it or need it.

To put things into a container or storage space, especially by folding or arranging them neatly.

To stop doing something, or to fit a large number of people or things into a space.

To send someone somewhere, often quickly and with a sense of dismissal or urgency.

To become less interesting, enjoyable, or appealing to someone over time.

To happen or develop in a particular way, especially as hoped or planned.

To divide something into portions and distribute them among several people or uses.

To wrap and pack something into a parcel ready for sending or storing.

To give up or get rid of something, especially something you value or are reluctant to lose.

To move past a person or place without stopping, or for time and opportunities to go unnoticed.

To transfer knowledge, traditions, possessions, or characteristics from an older generation to a younger one.

To happen and be completed (of an event), or for a feeling or sensation to gradually diminish and disappear.

to form or arrange into a pattern

to touch or handle something repeatedly in a rough or clumsy way

to push something away from oneself or make someone else take it

to make something dirty, marked, or untidy by touching it with hands or paws

to come away in layers or to separate and move away from a group

to remove something by pulling it off, or to separate and move away

to look out quickly or to appear slightly from behind or under something

to fasten something back with a peg or clip

to fasten something with pegs, mark an area with pegs, or die in slang use

to write in a plan or appointment temporarily, knowing it may change

To choose or select something from a group, or to identify or notice something among others.

To examine a collection of things carefully, selecting the best items or looking for something specific.

To search carefully through a collection of things, especially one that is disordered or mixed, to find something specific.

To lift something from the ground, collect someone or something, learn informally, or improve.

to complete, extend, or make something sufficient by adding extra parts

to put together from pieces or repair by joining parts

to enter quickly in a group, especially into a vehicle or room

to leave a vehicle or place quickly and in a group

to accumulate in a heap or to increase until there is too much

to accumulate in a heap or become blocked up; a rare variant of 'pile up'

to make something look more attractive, stylish, or impressive in a flashy way

to fasten something back with a pin so it stays away from the face or from where it hangs

to attach something to a wall or surface with pins

to take or pull at something with the fingers in small amounts

to remove or separate a small piece by squeezing it with the fingers

to waste time doing unimportant things instead of doing what is needed

to waste time or behave foolishly instead of doing something useful

to waste money, time, or opportunities carelessly and stupidly

To choose or decide on something, often somewhat arbitrarily or suddenly.

To select or decide on something, typically somewhat casually or suddenly (formal/archaic variant of 'pitch on').

To make arrangements and preparations for things that will happen in the future.

To intend to do something, or to expect that something will happen.

To organize and decide on all the details of something carefully and thoroughly.

To put something down heavily or carelessly; or to pay a sum of money bluntly and immediately.

To happen or develop over time, or to act out a scenario, or to reach the end of play in a game.

To sit or fall down heavily and suddenly, or to place something down carelessly.

To plan or chart something in detail, marking out each stage or element systematically.

To gather the courage or nerve to do something frightening or difficult

To sit or place something down suddenly and heavily

To choose or decide in favor of something or someone, especially after some deliberation

To begin something boldly and without hesitation, or to enter water or a substance suddenly

(Non-standard, rare) To put something into one's pocket, or to accumulate money

To explore or search a place or situation casually, often out of curiosity

To explore or search a place or situation casually, often out of curiosity or to find information

To extend or project out from a surface or container, or to push something outward through an opening

(Non-standard, very rare) To become stiff, rigid, or prim in posture or manner

To finish something completely, often quickly and with ease.

A rare, dialectal phrasal verb meaning to equip oneself or to dress up smartly.

To go somewhere quickly, especially to a place nearby or to a lower floor.

To quickly put on clothing or to switch on a device.

To leave a place briefly, or for something to appear or emerge suddenly.

To appear suddenly, unexpectedly, or from nowhere.

Note: 'Popper up' is not a standard phrasal verb but a noun derived from 'pop up', referring to a person or thing that appears suddenly or u

To divide something into portions and distribute it among people.

To make something or someone more elegant, luxurious, or upper-class in appearance.

To spend time in a relaxed way doing small, undemanding tasks without any clear plan or urgency.

To move around a place in a relaxed and unhurried way, doing small tasks or just exploring.

To pour liquid over the surface of something; NOTE: often confused with 'pore over' (to study carefully).

British informal: to behave in a silly or time-wasting way, often making a fool of oneself.

British informal: to act in a foolish, silly, or unproductive way.

Informal: to get something or someone fully prepared and ready for a task or event.

To get things ready before they are actually needed, in advance of an event or task.

To make something fully ready or complete its preparation; a less common variant of 'prep up'.

To apply steady downward pressure on something.

To make something or someone more attractive, often by adding decorative touches.

to make yourself look more attractive by grooming carefully

to make yourself look neat or attractive, especially in an old-fashioned way

to behave in a fussy, affected, or overly delicate way

to make something fuller by blowing or swelling, or to exhale visibly

to tug or move something roughly in different directions

to separate something into pieces, or criticize it in detail

To succeed in doing something difficult or unexpected, or to remove something by pulling.

To dress oneself by pulling a garment on, or to pull at something repeatedly.

To move something or someone out of the way, or to deliberately ignore or suppress feelings, problems, or people.

To cause someone or something to fall by pushing it, or to describe something very easy to do.

To move two or more things or people into contact with each other by pushing.

To bring something into direct contact with a surface by pushing, or to encounter a limit or obstacle.

To rank or place something or someone higher in importance or priority than something else.

To spread information or rumours among a group of people; also to place something physically around an object.

To save money or time for a specific purpose, or to temporarily stop thinking about or dealing with a problem or feeling.

To return something to its original place, or to reschedule something to a later time.

To deliberately stop letting a negative past experience affect you and decide to move forward with your life.

To save money or goods regularly for use in the future.

To attribute something to a particular cause or reason; also used literally to place an object on a surface.

To delay something to a later time; or to cause someone to feel discouraged, disgusted, or less interested.

To place clothing or an accessory on your body; to activate a device; to perform or stage something; to pretend or feign.

To make a special effort or accept personal inconvenience in order to help someone.

To assemble parts into a whole; to prepare or create something by combining elements; to collect and organize.

To spend time doing small, unimportant tasks in a leisurely and unhurried way.

To spend time doing small, casual tasks in a relaxed, unhurried way.

To waste time doing unimportant or aimless things.

A chiefly British variant of 'putz around,' meaning to waste time doing trivial things.

To spoil, ruin, or put something in disorder; an older sense of 'queer' meaning to spoil combined with 'up.'

To form or join a line of people or items waiting for something.

To increase in speed or make something go faster.

To become quieter, or to cause someone or something to make less noise.

To become less noisy or active, or to cause someone or something to be quieter. The British English equivalent of 'quiet down.'

To leave somewhere very quickly, especially in a hurry or in a competitive spirit.

Military slang: to lie down and sleep, especially on a bunk or rack.

To dress someone up in elaborate or fine clothing; or informally, to scold or reprimand someone sharply.

To lift something or someone physically, or to elevate someone's position, spirit, or status.

To clear out ashes, debris, or other material by raking; or to search through something thoroughly.

A very rare or dialectal/archaic term with no established standard meaning in modern English.

To move or progress quickly and steadily; not a standard or widely recognised phrasal verb.

To knock sharply and quickly on a door, window, or surface.

To strike sharply downward on a surface; not a widely established phrasal verb.

Not a recognised standard English phrasal verb; may refer to developing a skin rash or, in slang, to do something hastily.

To search quickly and untidily through something; a rare and informal expression.

Not a widely established standard phrasal verb; possibly a regional or rare variant meaning to pull or scrape back something painfully.

To extend your arm or hand downward to touch or grasp something below you.

To extend your hand toward something in order to take it, or to try to achieve something ambitious.

To extend your arm beyond a person or object in order to get something on the other side.

To expect or plan for something to happen; to depend on something as part of your calculations.

to tidy or put a place in order in regional dialect use

to tidy or clean a place, especially in Scottish and northern dialect use

a very rare or nonstandard expression with no widely established phrasal-verb use

to rest in order to recover strength or prepare for something

To return to a previous state, habit, or system.

To have something as the central focus or main concern.

To tidy or clean up a room or space; a dialectal variant of 'tidy up'.

To dress someone in a particular outfit or equip someone or something with necessary gear.

To phone several different people or places in succession, usually to find information or arrange something.

To search through a place or collection of things by moving things around energetically, like an animal digging.

To search through something by moving things around, like an animal using its snout.

To manage to have a reasonably harmonious relationship or cope adequately, without great enthusiasm.

To remove something by rubbing continuously, or to gradually disappear as a result of rubbing.

To be removed from a surface by rubbing, or to be transferred to another surface by contact.

to form folds or become gathered up in wrinkles

to make something wrinkled, creased, or untidy

to move from place to place in a busy or playful way

to find or meet something or someone by chance

to leave, move on, or continue moving along

to move from place to place, often busily; also to make someone do many unnecessary tasks

to spend a lot of time hurrying about to take care of someone

to happen or be placed earlier than something else, especially in time or procedure

to be late or slower than planned

When separate things become indistinguishable or blur together into a single entity

To continue for longer than expected, to talk for too long, or to operate using a particular fuel or power source

To have no more of something left, or to leave a place by running

To exhaust or completely deplete a supply of something.

To leave a place very quickly, usually because you are busy or in a hurry

To prepare or find something quickly, often with limited resources; commonly used for food

British slang meaning to decide not to do something, or to dismiss/abandon a plan or commitment.

Informal American expression meaning to go to sleep or take a nap.

To set aside or keep a portion of something for future use.

To manage to live or continue with very little money or resources over an extended period.

To have just enough money or resources to manage, with nothing to spare.

To manage to survive with very little money or resources; a variant of 'scrape by'.

To waste time, behave irresponsibly, or treat someone in an inconsiderate manner. (British English variant of 'screw around'.)

To waste time behaving irresponsibly, to be sexually unfaithful, or to tamper with something carelessly.

To reattach or replace something by screwing it back into its original position.

To make a serious mistake or ruin something; also to crumple paper or contort a face; informally, to cause someone psychological damage.

To accumulate a sum of money through extreme frugality and sacrifice

To obtain something by begging or foraging, often from an unlikely or tight source

To manage to find or obtain something with effort, usually by begging, borrowing, or searching

To wash oneself thoroughly, especially before a medical procedure or to look presentable

A rare, chiefly dialectal phrasal verb meaning either to screw or crumple something up, or (in British dialects) related to scrumping (steal

To squeeze or compress something (or part of the body) into a tight, compact shape

To make something dirty, grimy, or unpleasant-looking; to give something a seedy or undesirable quality

To try to find someone or something by looking carefully

To find someone or something by searching thoroughly and determinedly

To cause someone to take a seat, or to lower oneself into a seated position

To attend to, arrange, or enquire into something that needs dealing with

To leave a building or room without needing someone to escort you to the exit.

To escort someone to the exit of a building; or to last or continue until the end of a period or event.

To take care of or attend to a need, task, or person.

To take personal responsibility for ensuring that something happens or is done.

To try to find or obtain something; a more formal or literary alternative to 'look for'.

To make a deliberate and determined effort to find a specific person or thing.

To write to a company or organisation and request that they send you something by post.

To return something to where it came from, or to order someone to go back to where they were.

To request that someone come to you, or to order something to be delivered.

To order food or drink from an outside establishment to be delivered or collected.

To begin doing something with determination, or to attack someone physically.

To advance a clock or schedule to a later time.

To make someone or something noticeably different or distinct from others.

To reserve something for a specific purpose, or to decide to temporarily ignore something.

To begin a journey or task with a clear purpose, or to arrange and display things, or to explain something clearly.

To begin doing something with energy and determination, or to start arguing or fighting.

To accept something that is less than what you really wanted or hoped for.

To become comfortable and established in a new place, job, or situation.

To gradually become comfortable with a particular role, routine, or situation.

To make a final decision or choice after considering various options.

A more formal variant of 'settle on', meaning to make a final decision or choice.

To introduce change, excitement, or variety; to do something in a fresh, energetic way rather than following the same routine.

To improve your behaviour, fitness, or performance; or to develop or progress in a particular way.

A non-standard and rare expression occasionally used to mean to shave or groom oneself, or to tidy up one's appearance by shaving.

To move around restlessly or to change position or location repeatedly.

To put on shoes, especially before a physical activity

To compare prices, options, or offers from different sources before making a decision

To make something shorter in length, or to reduce the duration of something

To push or force something downward with force, or to eat or swallow food quickly and without enjoyment

To put on clothing, a device, or media quickly or carelessly; or to push something onto a surface

To move to one side to make room, or to push something across to someone

To move along or closer together to make space for another person

To arrive or appear somewhere, often unexpectedly or after a delay; also to make something visible or to embarrass someone.

To take a shower, usually quickly, before going somewhere.

To become smaller in size, scale, or volume; to reduce something to a smaller state.

To contract, curl, or become smaller, especially under the influence of heat or drying; rare and less standard than 'shrink down'.

To wrinkle and contract, drying out and becoming smaller; often used figuratively to describe failure or disappearance.

To remove or discard something quickly, like a shell, covering, or unwanted obligation.

To be free of or rid of someone or something unwanted — a dialectal or very informal expression.

To record your arrival or gain access by writing your name or entering login credentials.

To enter credentials in order to gain access to a specific account, system, or place.

To record your departure by signing a register, or to log out of a digital system.

To register for or commit to something such as a course, service, event, or activity.

To spend time sitting somewhere doing nothing useful or productive.

to spend time sitting and doing very little

to relax, or to avoid taking action while something happens

to move into a seated position, or to begin a serious discussion

to be placed or seated apart from something else

to remain seated and not take part until something is over

to sit on top of something; also a formal variant of some figurative uses of 'sit on'

To sneak away or escape from a situation, especially to avoid a responsibility.

To leave a place or situation quietly and without permission, often to avoid a duty or obligation.

To cause something to smell very bad, as if a skunk has sprayed it.

To become less tight, intense, or busy; to reduce in pace or effort.

An archaic or dialectal expression meaning to waste time, money, or resources in a slovenly or careless way.

To sleep later than usual in the morning, especially intentionally.

A rare or dialectal variant meaning to oversleep alongside someone, or to stay sleeping in the same place as another person.

To smooth hair backward away from the face, usually with a gel, oil, or wet hands to create a flat, shiny look.

To smooth hair flat against the head, typically using water, oil, or gel.

To make oneself or something look polished, neat, and well-groomed, often excessively so.

To move smoothly off a surface or to leave a place quietly and unobtrusively.

To throw, move, or use something carelessly or recklessly in all directions.

To carry something casually while moving, or to bring someone along informally.

To throw or fling something toward a target.

To remove something quickly and carelessly by flinging it, or (Australian English) to mock or make fun of someone.

To casually throw or pass something to someone across a space.

To throw or fling something toward a person or destination.

To pass without being noticed, caught, or taken advantage of — said of time, chances, mistakes, or people.

To move into a state, habit, or garment smoothly and often without deliberate effort

To remove clothing easily, or to leave a place quietly without being noticed

To spend time being lazy and doing nothing productive, often in an untidy way

To behave in a lazy, slovenly way, spending time doing nothing useful

To relax completely in a lazy, slovenly way for a period of time

To be late or delayed in doing something; to take longer than expected or appropriate

To reduce speed or progress, used interchangeably with 'slow down' though less frequent

To work hard and persistently at something, often with great effort and determination

To fall or sit down heavily, suddenly, or in a dejected way

To drink or eat something noisily by making a sucking sound.

To improve one's appearance, behaviour, or performance to a smarter or higher standard.

To stroke or press something downward to make it flat and neat.

To eat snack food, especially in a casual or habitual way.

To take or acquire something quickly and eagerly, often before others have the chance.

To act quickly, either to speed up what one is doing or to take an opportunity before it disappears.

To suddenly become alert, attentive, or ready to obey.

To buy or take something quickly and eagerly, especially before others can.

To make something more attractive, exciting, or stylish, often in a bold or flashy way.

To move or behave secretly, often to hide something from others.

To leave a place secretly, especially without permission or without being seen.

A rare Scottish and northern English dialectal expression meaning to tidy up or make neat.

A rare, informal expression meaning to move around nosily or fussily, searching or prying in a restless way.

To fall into a light or brief sleep, especially unintentionally.

An informal, rare expression meaning to eat or drink something quickly and greedily.

To be gradually absorbed into a surface, or to spend time slowly absorbing an experience or environment.

To absorb liquid, energy, or information, or to fully enjoy and take in an experience.

To continue doing something despite difficulties, setbacks, or lack of enthusiasm.

To organise your own affairs, solve your personal problems, or improve your life situation.

To organise, resolve, or deal with a problem, situation, or collection of items.

To examine a collection of things methodically, usually in order to organise, classify, or find something specific.

To lose concentration and become mentally unfocused, or to arrange things with equal gaps between them.

To make something or someone more lively, bright, or visually appealing; to add sparkle or shine.

to make someone or something look smarter, cleaner, or more attractive

To spend a large amount of money on something as a treat or indulgence

To break or fragment into many sharp or small pieces

To serve or distribute something by scooping it out with a spoon

To wear or display something boldly and continuously; or to play/frolic in a carefree manner (archaic)

To extend over a large area, or to arrange things over a wide surface

To make something or someone look cleaner, neater, or more attractive

To make something or someone look cleaner, neater, and more attractive, especially with small improvements

A dialectal or archaic variant of 'spruce up', meaning to make something or someone smarter or tidier

To put something in order, complete it, or deal with it satisfactorily

To fit into a small space or to find time for something in a busy schedule

To fit into a tight space or an item of clothing that is barely large enough

To fit or move beneath something by compressing oneself, due to limited space

To move closer together to make room for someone else, especially on a seat

To move or search about in a busy, restless, and somewhat aimless way

To save or store something, especially money or supplies, in a secret or private place for future use

An extremely rare or dialectal expression, possibly a variant of 'slack off', meaning to become less active or to stop working

To accumulate in a pile, or to compare favourably or unfavourably with something else

Not a standard English phrasal verb; likely a misspelling or non-standard usage of 'stand up'.

To remain in a place without doing anything useful or productive.

To be physically positioned below something.

To rise to a vertical position, to withstand scrutiny, or to fail to meet someone as planned.

To defeat someone in a staring contest by maintaining eye contact until they look away, or to gaze fixedly out of a window.

To resume an activity, job, or routine after a break or interruption

To resume working on a specific project, task, or habit after a pause

To begin doing something, especially eagerly, abruptly, or without much preparation

To begin doing something, especially speaking or performing an action, often suddenly or energetically

To begin something, or to begin in a particular way; also to cause something or someone to begin

To begin a task, project, or activity; or to begin criticizing or nagging someone

To begin a journey, career, or process, especially at a humble or specific starting point

To begin something again from the beginning, especially after a failure or setback

To begin operating, or to cause something to begin operating; also to establish a new business

To remain at a distance from something or someone; to not move forward

To remain in a place after others have left; to not go with others

To remain at home or inside, rather than going out

To remain in a place, job, or situation longer than planned or after others have left

To remain outside or away from home; also to not become involved in something

To remain as a couple, family, group, or unit without separating

To remain awake and not go to bed, especially later than usual

To continue or make rapid, unstoppable progress with something, especially a plan or project

To enter a place or assume a role, position, or new situation.

To leave a place briefly, to go out socially, or (dated) to have a romantic relationship.

To remain in a place or situation, especially to wait or to continue being present.

To continue working on something difficult without giving up.

To protrude beyond a surface, to be very noticeable, or to endure something unpleasant.

To remain committed to a decision, plan, or rule; or to physically adhere to a surface.

To continue with something or remain loyal to someone or a choice.

To fill a place with a very unpleasant smell (chiefly British English).

To fill a place with an unpleasant smell (chiefly American English).

To buy or gather a large supply of something, often in preparation for future need.

To block or plug a hole or passage; or (British English, informal) to stay awake late.

To put something in a safe place for future use, especially for longer-term keeping.

To make your posture upright, to tidy a space, or to improve your behavior.

To attach equipment or gear to your body using straps.

To extend a hand, arm, or object outward, especially in a formal, biblical, or literary context.

To make something last longer or extend its duration, or to physically elongate something.

To extend your body, limbs, or something else to its full length, or to spread over a large area.

To find or discover something by accident, without looking for it.

To enter a place or situation accidentally and without intention.

To discover something by chance, or to trip on something while walking.

To discover something or arrive somewhere by accident.

To discover or encounter something completely by chance.

To make someone or something look more stylish, fashionable, or visually appealing.

To put on a suit, uniform, or specialized outfit in preparation for an activity.

The time when the sun rises; sunrise; daybreak — used as an informal noun or in time expressions.

To gather, obtain, or replenish a stock of supplies in preparation for a future need.

To clean a surface, deck, or area thoroughly by scrubbing it with a wet mop, cloth, or swab.

To dress in a very stylish, fashionable, or impressive way; to display one's swagger fully through appearance and attitude.

To clean out a space, vehicle, or enclosure thoroughly, especially by washing or swabbing, often when it has become very dirty or waterlogge

For two people or things to exchange positions, roles, or items with each other.

To have great confidence in something and recommend it strongly, based on personal experience; or to take a solemn oath using something as w

To make a firm, often emotional decision to stop doing or consuming something permanently.

An informal, playful phrase meaning to put on a sweater or warm clothing, often used as a light-hearted instruction.

To clean a space by sweeping all dirt and debris out of it, or to exit in a confident and dramatic way.

To gather and remove dirt, debris, or loose material using a broom, or to scoop someone or something up with a swift motion.

To make a brief, informal stop at a place, usually as a detour while travelling somewhere else.

To change something, especially a routine or style, for the sake of variety

To add an additional task or challenge onto something already in progress (non-standard; often considered a blend of 'tackle' and 'tack on')

To remove something or someone from a place; to subtract a number; or to carry food home from a restaurant

To return something to where it came from; to retract a statement; or to cause someone to remember a past time

To be responsible for someone or something by protecting, managing, or attending to their needs.

To decide to do something on one's own initiative, without being asked or authorized.

To accept a responsibility, hire an employee, challenge an opponent, or acquire a characteristic.

To remove something from a place, take someone on a date, obtain something officially, or destroy a target.

To naturally develop a liking for someone or something, or to begin doing something as a habit.

To begin a new hobby or activity, occupy space or time, shorten a garment, or accept an offer.

To assume a responsibility or task on one's own initiative, without being instructed.

To be able to see or identify the differences between two or more very similar things or people.

To become less dense, crowded, or concentrated; or to make something less thick or dense.

To direct your thoughts towards something; to consider or reflect on something.

To have a particular idea, image, or memory come to mind; to consider or regard someone or something.

To consider something carefully, usually before making a decision.

To move something out of the way or to discard, abandon, or reject something, often abruptly.

To dispose of something; or to waste an opportunity, advantage, or resource carelessly.

An archaic or rare phrasal verb meaning to set something aside, discard it, or put it away.

To remove something quickly; to free oneself from something; or to cause confusion, disruption, or a loss of accuracy.

To put on clothing quickly and casually; also to add fuel to a fire.

To commit to an activity or task with great enthusiasm and energy, giving it all your effort.

To discard something, reject an idea, or expel a person.

To make or assemble something quickly and without much care, or to cause people to meet by chance.

To push or extend something outward with sudden, forceful energy.

To turn the pages of a book, magazine, or document quickly and casually without reading in detail.

For time to pass steadily, often with a sense of urgency or increasing pressure.

For time to pass steadily and measurably, often with an implication of waiting or slow progress.

For a timer, clock, or counter to decrease steadily toward zero.

For time to continue passing steadily.

For time or a specific moment to pass steadily, often with an implication of awareness.

To provide someone with enough of what they need (money, food, etc.) to get through a difficult period.

To make a place or thing neat and organized by putting things in their correct positions.

To fasten or secure something (especially hair or curtains) away from the front using a band, ribbon, or tie.

To drink alcohol excessively; to get drunk.

To tether an animal outdoors to a fixed point with a rope or lead, allowing it to move within a limited area.

A non-standard variant of 'tide over', used to mean providing enough help or resources to survive a difficult period.

To fasten or secure something firmly by turning or pressing it downward.

To assemble or improvise something by making small adjustments and repairs, usually in an informal or experimental way.

To lean, tilt, or pour something in a backward direction.

To tilt something downward, or (British English, informal) to rain very heavily.

To empty a container by tilting or inverting it so the contents fall out.

To (cause to) fall sideways or overturn from an upright position.

To tilt something so that one end rises upward, or for a container to be angled upward to pour its contents.

(British English, vulgar slang) To waste time behaving foolishly or ineffectually.

(British English, vulgar slang) To ruin or spoil something through incompetence or carelessness.

To leave a place in a casual, unhurried way; often said affectionately or humorously, especially about children or in a self-deprecating way

(Slang) To light and begin smoking cannabis, or to inhale deeply from a cannabis cigarette.

To harmonise or coordinate in colour, shade, or style with something else.

To make the body's muscles firmer and more defined through exercise, or to make something generally more strong or effective.

To coordinate or harmonise in colour, shade, or style with something else.

To travel around in a casual or leisurely manner, especially by vehicle; also to spend time doing something in an aimless or experimental wa

Used to describe the final, often ironic or extreme, addition to a series of events.

To add a small amount to something that is nearly full, or to finish something with a final touch.

To add more of something to bring it back to a full or satisfactory level.

To fall over, especially when tall and unstable, or to cause something to fall.

To smarten up or improve the appearance of something, often superficially.

To discard or get rid of something carelessly.

To drink something quickly in one motion, or to place something down in a casual or forceful way.

To combine ingredients or items quickly and informally, especially for food preparation.

To throw something upward, to decide something by flipping a coin, or to describe a situation where two options are equally likely.

to be much taller or larger than someone or something nearby

to decorate or dress someone or something in an elaborate way

to flatten, crush, or press something down by stepping on it

to wear something away, flatten it, or form it by repeated walking

To dress up or decorate something elaborately; an older, rarer variant of 'trick out'.

To neaten or smarten the appearance of something by cutting or tidying its edges.

To put on a piece of clothing or accessory temporarily to see if it fits or looks good before deciding whether to buy or keep it.

To pull fabric (especially a shirt) out from a waistband so it hangs loose.

To change and become something different in nature, form, or character.

To flip something to the other side, or to transfer control/possession to someone else.

To face or move in the opposite direction, or to reverse a situation.

To rotate or move simultaneously in the same direction or at the same time.

To arrive, especially unexpectedly; or to increase the level of something like volume or heat.

British vulgar slang for wasting time or behaving foolishly and ineffectually.

British/informal vulgar slang meaning to waste time, behave foolishly, or treat someone carelessly.

To disappear or go out gradually, like the fading of a star or a small light.

To coil or contort something tightly, or to cause emotional distortion or tension.

To make something or someone look ugly or less attractive, either deliberately or accidentally.

To consume or exhaust the entire supply of something so that none is left.

To remove something by vacuuming, or metaphorically to absorb or collect something eagerly and completely.

To make something more exciting, dramatic, or appealing; or (in music) to improvise an accompaniment.

To relax in a very passive, mindless way, typically sitting in front of the television and doing nothing.

To drift or float gently away from a source, typically used of smells, smoke, steam, or sounds.

To float or drift gently toward someone or something, typically referring to a smell, sound, or sensation.

To stay in a place doing nothing while waiting for someone or something, often with a sense of impatience or wasted time.

To stay in a place or delay action until a person, event, or thing arrives or occurs.

To wait patiently until a difficult, dangerous, or unpleasant period or situation comes to an end.

To delay going to bed in order to wait for someone; or to ask someone to slow down or pause so you can catch up.

To stop sleeping and become conscious; also used figuratively to become aware of a truth or situation.

To gradually accustom someone (or oneself) to doing without something they depend on.

To make new shoes, clothes, or equipment comfortable and properly fitting by wearing them regularly.

For time to pass slowly; or for something to gradually exhaust or irritate someone.

To use something so much that it is damaged or no longer functions, or to make someone extremely tired.

To make a hole in something, or to penetrate through a material by constant friction or use.

To wear one's hair arranged upward; or (non-standard) to wear out or use up completely.

To be completely saturated with water, so that the wetness has penetrated all the way through clothing or material.

To spend time pleasantly or idly when one has nothing else to do.

To go somewhere quickly; or to pull something downward in a fast, sharp movement.

To remove something quickly with a swift, smooth motion; or to produce something rapidly.

To produce or remove something quickly and suddenly from a pocket, bag, or hidden place.

To create or prepare something quickly by combining available materials or ingredients.

To apply white makeup or white paint to someone's face or body, particularly for a performance or theatrical purpose.

To prepare or produce something quickly, especially food; a regional American variant of 'whip up'.

To become wider or broader, or to make something wider or more inclusive in scope.

A non-standard or dialectal variant of 'wind up', meaning to end up in a situation or to conclude.

To unwind or remove material such as thread, rope, or wire from a spool or reel.

To eat something very quickly and greedily.

To eat food very quickly and greedily, usually because you are very hungry or in a hurry.