Phrases & Expressions

To move or progress at the same speed as others.

• I can't keep up with you, slow down.
• Keep up the good work!

To disappoint someone by failing to do what they expect.

• I promised to help, and I won't let you down.
• He felt he had let his team down by missing the penalty.

To have a particular amount of money or type of food to survive.

• He lives on coffee and sandwiches during exam week.
• They live on $1000 a month.

To investigate something carefully.

• The police are looking into the robbery.
• We need to look into this problem.

To be careful to notice someone or something, especially to avoid danger.

• Look out for ice on the roads.
• You should look out for new opportunities.

To lose an opportunity to experience something good or enjoyable.

• Don't miss out on this great offer!
• I feel like I missed out on a lot.

To confuse two people or things, thinking one is the other.

• I always mix up their twins.
• Don't mix up the sugar and salt.

To talk more freely about your feelings or private life.

• He finally opened up about his past.
• She needs to open up more to her friends.

To transfer information or an object to someone else.

• Please pass on the message.
• He passed on his knowledge to his students.

To choose something from a group.

• She spent an hour picking out a dress for the party.
• Pick out any three cards from the pack.