take after, break down, fall out, come out, keep up with: meanings and examples

Learn these 5 words from Phrasal Verbs set 3. Each entry includes a definition, example sentence, pronunciation, and synonyms. Use the interactive cards above to practice them.

1. take after · phrasal verb

   look like someone

   Nicolas looks at the baby's face and then looks at Joe to see if there is a resemblance, but decides that he definitely takes after his mom.

   Synonyms: resemble, have the look of someone

2. break down · phrasal verb

   stop working

   Sally was late for school today. She said that her car had broken down on the way but obviously she was lying.

   Synonyms: cease to function, develop a fault

3. fall out · phrasal verb

   have a disagreement in relations

   The two friends used to do everything together but they fell out because of a disagreement over money.

   Synonyms: argue, disagree

4. come out · phrasal verb

   become known or appear

   The criminal's true identity came out through fingerprints that were taken for driver's licence.

   Synonyms: be revealed, be disclosed

5. keep up with · phrasal verb

   move at the same rate or speed with someone or something

   Being overweight, Jimmy was unable to keep up with the rest of her classmates during physical activities.

   Synonyms: keep pace with