Phrasal Verb of the Day

give back

Today: Sat, 04 May 2024

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Meaning:

If you give something back, you return it to whoever you got it from.

For example:

  • give back sth Have you given back the books you borrowed from your sister yet?

  • give sth back People who've made a fortune in business often give something back to their school or university by providing scholarships, equipment or new buildings.

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Quick Quiz

You'll have to give the jacket back to whoever you

a. bought it from

b. sold it to

c. borrowed it from
a) bought it from b) sold it to c) borrowed it from