Monday, March 4, 2013

Lesson 26: To Turn Something Down




Phrasal Verb:   turn down

 

Meaning:         to refuse and offer, to reject an offer

                        (separable phrasal verb)

 

e.g.                  Maria turned down the job offer because the salary was too low.

                        Greg turned down his bosses request to change his position.

                        She turned his invitation to dinner down.

 

Usefulness Factor       8/10  Used in all situations to say no.

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