Phrasal Verbs Related to Clothing

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What does Dan do if he is late for work according to the discussion?

He decides to change his pants.

He throws on his hoodie and runs out. (correct)

He takes his time getting dressed.

He carefully buttons up his dress shirt.

What is the difference between 'dress up' and 'dress up like'?

'Dress up' is to wear fancy clothes, while 'dress up like' is to imitate someone's style. (correct)

'Dress up' means to imitate, while 'dress up like' means to dress formally.

'Dress up' refers to casual wear, while 'dress up like' is formal.

'Dress up' is used only for men, while 'dress up like' is used for women.

What action is Dan performing when he zips up his coat?

He is attending a formal event.

He is preparing to go outside. (correct)

He is getting ready for bed.

He is trying on a new shirt.

Which phrasal verb means to put on clothing quickly?

Throw on Signup and view all the answers

Which verb would you use when adjusting the fit of a shirt?

Tuck in Signup and view all the answers

What should Dan do before going outside to stay warm?

Bundle up Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'fit into' refer to in the context of clothing?

Putting on clothes that are of the right size. Signup and view all the answers

What does Dan do after having his hoodie on all day?

He takes it off. Signup and view all the answers

What does Dan need to do to his shirt because it is too small?

Let it out Signup and view all the answers

How does Dan feel about wearing sweatpants after going to Paris?

He feels inspired to dress up more often. Signup and view all the answers

Which shoes does Dan decide to lace up?

Brown dress shoes Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason Dan decides not to buy the shoes he laced up?

They seem too stiff and uncomfortable. Signup and view all the answers

What does Dan do first when trying on shirts?

Takes off his hoodie Signup and view all the answers

What phrase describes the effort needed for his hiking boots?

Break them in Signup and view all the answers

What action does Dan take after washing his cat tank top?

Fold it up Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following phrases best captures Dan's decision about style?

Half classy is better than not classy at all. Signup and view all the answers

What does Dan do after getting inspired to dress up?

Tries on new shirts. Signup and view all the answers

What does Vanessa ask the audience to do in the comments?

Describe their dressing routine. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Buying Clothes:
try on: To put on clothes to see if they fit.
get into: To be able to wear clothing; or, to become involved in something.
fit into: To be suitable for a certain garment or physical space.
Dressing:
put on: To wear an item of clothing.
throw on: To quickly don something.
have on: To be wearing something.
take off: To remove clothing.
Closing Clothing:
zip up: To fasten a zipper on clothing.
button up: To fasten buttons on clothing.
tuck in: To tuck a shirt into pants or a skirt.
roll up: To roll up sleeves.
Fancy Clothing:
dress up: To wear nicer or more formal clothes.
dress up like: To wear clothes imitative of someone.
Weather and Clothing:
bundle up: To put on warm clothes to protect against cold.
wrap up: To put on warm clothes to protect oneself from cold.
strip down: To remove clothing when hot.
Old Clothing:
wear out: To use clothing until it is worn-out.
Shoes:
slip on: To put on shoes easily.
slip off: To take shoes off easily.
lace up: To tie the laces of shoes.
break in: To wear shoes until they are comfortable.
kick off: To take shoes off forcibly or suddenly.
Modifying Clothing:
let out: To have clothing made bigger or looser.
take in: To have clothing made smaller.
Tidying Clothing:
fold up: To fold clothing.
hang up: To hang clothing on a hanger.
put away: To store clothing.

Example Sentences using Phrasal Verbs

After going to Paris, Dan felt inspired to dress up more often instead of wearing sweatpants and a hoodie every day.
He went to the store to try on some classy shirts.
First he took off his hoodie that was worn out after years of daily use.
As he was buttoning up the first colored shirt he took a look in the mirror.
He carefully hung up the shirts and came out of the dressing room to look at the shoe selection.
He laced up some brown dress shoes, but all the shoes seem too stiff and uncomfortable.
It would take too long to break them in so Dan decided to just buy the shirts.

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Test your understanding of phrasal verbs associated with clothing! This quiz covers various contexts, including buying, dressing, and weather-related clothing terms. Challenge yourself to see how well you know these expressions.