Phrases & Expressions

To notice or understand the difference between two or more things.

• I can't tell them apart; they look so similar.
• Can you tell the twins apart?

To fall over onto one side.

• The vase tipped over and broke.
• The boat tipped over in the storm.

To add more of something to fill it up again.

• Please top up my glass.
• Can you top up the water jug?

To put on clothes to see if they fit.

• Can I try this on?
• She tried on five dresses.

To test something to see if it works or is good.

• Let's try out the new restaurant tonight.
• Can I try out this chair?

To turn your body so you face the opposite direction.

• Turn around and face me.
• He turned around to see who was there.

To flip something so the other side is on top.

• Turn over the pancake so it cooks evenly.
• Please turn over the page to continue reading.

To seek help, advice, or support from someone or something.

• When you have problems, turn to your parents for help.
• He turned to crime after losing his job.

To put information into a computer or other machine using the keyboard.

• Type in your password and press enter.
• He typed in the address slowly.

To use all of something so that there is none left.

• We've used up all the sugar, so we need to buy more.
• The long hike used up all his energy.