Phrases & Expressions

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 become red in the face, usually due to embarrassment, shyness, or anger.

• She turned red when he complimented her.
• His face turned red with embarrassment.

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.

To walk in a steady direction along a path or road.

• We walked along the beach at sunset.
• Walk along this path until you see the sign.

To walk without a specific destination.

• Let's walk around the city center.
• He walked around the room, looking for his keys.

To go past someone or something while walking.

• She walked by without seeing me.
• I walk by the cafe every day.