25 Phrases with Example Sentences
- Give someone a hand – Help
Example: Can you give me a hand with these files? They need to be organized before the meeting. - Sharp – Exactly at a particular time
Example: The meeting is scheduled for 3 PM sharp, so don’t be late. - Take it easy – Relax or Slow down
Example: You’ve been working hard all week, why don’t you take it easy this weekend? - Up to the minute – Most recent news/information
Example: I’ve been following the stock market updates up to the minute. - About to – Intending to
Example: I was about to send you the document when I realized I forgot an important detail. - According to – As indicated
Example: According to the weather report, it’s going to rain tomorrow. - As a matter of fact – In reality
Example: As a matter of fact, I already submitted the assignment last night. - As long as – Provided that
Example: You can borrow my car as long as you fill it up with gas afterward. - By the way – Incidentally
Example: By the way, did you remember to book the flight tickets for next week? - All of a sudden – Quickly and Unexpectedly
Example: All of a sudden, the power went out during the storm. - Come up with – Produce or create (something), especially when pressured or challenged
Example: The team needs to come up with a new strategy before the deadline tomorrow. - Right away – Immediately
Example: I’ll send you the report right away once I finish reviewing it. - Show up – Appear
Example: We waited for him for hours, but he never showed up. - Sort of – To some extent
Example: I’m sort of excited about the trip, but also nervous about the weather. - Stick with – Continue with
Example: If you stick with this workout routine, you’ll see great results in no time. - Take care of – Keep safe
Example: Don’t worry, I’ll take care of everything while you’re away on vacation. - Regardless of – Without being affected by any other events or conditions
Example: Regardless of the outcome, we need to give our best effort during the presentation. - Point out – Explaining with attention
Example: She pointed out the key differences between the two proposals during the meeting. - So far – Until now
Example: So far, the feedback on our new product has been overwhelmingly positive. - Take advantage of – Make good use of the opportunity
Example: Make sure to take advantage of the early bird discounts for the conference. - Take over – An act of taking control
Example: The new manager will take over starting next month. - Up to – Indicating a maximum amount
Example: You can invite up to 10 people to the event. - Turn out – Prove to be that case
Example: The weather turned out to be perfect for our outdoor event, despite the forecast. - Work out – Possible of being solved
Example: Don’t worry about the details now, we’ll work everything out in the planning phase. - Pick up – Receive or take something
Example: I’ll pick up the package from the post office on my way home.
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