Phrasal Verbs and Natural Collocations

A vocabulary study set covering ten common phrasal verbs and ten natural collocations frequently used in casual small talk, along with their definitions.

Look after

To take care of someone or something.

Hang out

To spend time relaxing or socializing with friends.

Give up

To stop trying to do something.

Run into

To meet someone unexpectedly.

Turn down

To refuse an offer or request.

Check in

To contact someone to see how they're doing.

Get along

To have a friendly relationship with someone.

Take over

To assume control of something.

Run out of

To have no more of something left.

Catch up

To talk with someone you haven't seen for a while.

Make a decision

To choose something after consideration.

Break the news

To inform someone about something.

Keep in touch

To remain contact with someone.

Have a chat

To have a casual conversation.

Take a break

To pause or rest from an activity.

Grab a bite

To get something to eat, typically quickly or casually.

Catch someone's eye

To attract someone's attention.

Feel blue

To feel sad or depressed.

Take it easy

To relax and not take things too seriously.

Run errands

To do small tasks or chores, usually outside the home.