Phrases & Expressions

To follow a particular set of rules or principles in your life.

• My grandfather lived by one simple rule: always tell the truth.
• He tries to live by the values his parents taught him.

To bring equipment and materials to a venue before an event starts.

• We need to load in all the sound equipment by noon.
• The band loaded in their instruments through the back door.

To visit someone briefly, often to check if they are okay.

• I'll look in on Grandma on my way home.
• Please look in on the children before you leave.

To rely on or turn to someone for help, advice or support.

• Many people look to the government for solutions.
• We look to our elders for wisdom.

To consider or think of someone or something in a particular way.

• He looks upon this job as a great opportunity.
• We look upon everyone as equal.

To include someone in a conversation or email so that person knows what is happening.

• Please loop in Sarah on this email chain.
• Can you loop me in on the latest developments?

to leave a place quickly, often to escape

• The thieves made off with the jewels.
• He made off before anyone saw him.

to kiss and caress passionately, often for a long time

• Ted and Amber started making out at the stoplight.
• They were making out on the couch when her parents walked in.

To behave in a strong, brave, or determined way.

• Stop complaining and man up!
• He needs to man up and face the challenge.

To increase the price of something before selling it.

• The retailer marked up the imported goods.
• Shops often mark up products during the holiday season.