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Friday Focus: A Phrasal Verb Story

The Unfinished Manuscript

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Rachel Boyce
Aug 08, 2025
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This week, you've explored the history of phrasal verbs, seen them in daily routines, and even figured out their tricky rules like separable and inseparable. Now, it's time to put them into action in a fun and immersive way: through a story!

Stories are how we naturally pick up language. As you read, try to spot all the phrasal verbs. Don't worry if you don't catch every single one – the goal is to take in the overall meaning and see how these verbs truly bring our language to life.

Ready to dive into a tale of unexpected turns? Let's get started!

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