Phrases & Expressions

To give something to each person in a group.

• The teacher gave out the exam papers.
• Volunteers gave out free water to the runners.

To look at something very quickly without much attention.

• He glanced over the contract before signing.
• Could you glance over my notes for any mistakes?

To fix something flat onto a surface with glue.

• Please glue the label down firmly.
• We need to glue down the carpet before it moves.

To do the opposite of what someone wants or advises.

• She went against her parents' wishes and became an actor.
• Don't go against the doctor's advice.

To continue with an activity or make progress, often in "as you go along".

• You will learn the rules as you go along.
• Don't worry, we can fix small problems as we go along.

To fail to keep a promise or agreement.

• You can't go back on your word.
• He promised to help us, but then he went back on his promise.

To start working in a particular job or profession.

• Lisa enjoys arguing, so she decided to go into law.
• He wants to go into business after university.

Of an alarm or similar device: to start making a loud noise.

• My alarm went off at six.
• The fire alarm went off during the lesson.

To disconnect from the internet or a computer network, making your device or service unavailable.

• I go offline at night to get better sleep.
• The server will go offline for maintenance.

To examine or check something carefully.

• Please go over the report one more time before sending it.
• Can you go over my essay for any mistakes?