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Phrasal Verbs for the Office

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What does it mean to 'fill out' a form?

To submit the form

To revise the form

To sign the form

To complete the form (correct)

What does 'run out of' imply in an office context?

To transfer something

To use something completely (correct)

To search for something

To organize supplies

When someone says they need to 'note down' information, what are they doing?

Ignoring the information

Verbalizing the information

Writing down the information (correct)

Reading the information

What is meant by the phrase 'back up your files'?

To make extra copies of files Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean if something 'comes up' at work?

It has occurred unexpectedly Signup and view all the answers

To 'keep up with' something indicates what action?

To follow closely Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'set up' an event?

To prepare and organize the event Signup and view all the answers

If someone is said to be 'going through' a difficult time, what does this suggest?

They are experiencing challenges Signup and view all the answers

What does 'find out' mean in a business context?

To discover or obtain information Signup and view all the answers

If a meeting is 'called off', what has happened?

The meeting has been canceled Signup and view all the answers

What is implied when someone states they need to 'order more pens'?

They have run out of pens Signup and view all the answers

When an employee informs you that something 'urgent has come up', what does it mean?

An unforeseen situation is demanding attention Signup and view all the answers

To 'note down the main points' suggests what action?

To summarize key ideas Signup and view all the answers

If a file is 'backed up', what should you expect?

An extra copy exists Signup and view all the answers

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Phrasal Verbs for the Office

Fill out: To complete (a form)
- Example: "Did she fill out the registration form?"
Run out of: To use all of something; to have none left
- Example: "The printer ran out of ink."
Note down: To write down
- Example: "Did you note down the main points from the meeting?"
Back up: To make a copy of (files, data)
- Example: "Backup your files regularly."
Come up: To happen; to arise
- Example: "An urgent situation has come up."
Keep up with: To follow; to maintain the pace of
- Example: "Have you been keeping up with the latest news?"
Set up: To organize; to start
- Example: "Could you help me set up the new printer?"
Go through: To experience (something difficult)
- Example: "He's going through a difficult time."
Find out: To discover; to obtain information
- Example: "How did you find out about our company?"
Call off: To cancel
- Example: "Can we call off the conference call?"

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Test your knowledge of essential phrasal verbs commonly used in the office environment. This quiz covers phrases that are important for effective communication and task management. See how well you understand their meanings and usage in practical contexts.