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Phrasal Verbs: Carve

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Question 1
Choose the correct usage
A
She worked hard day and night to carve out a career in banking.
B
She worked hard day and night to carve in a career in banking.
Question 1 Explanation: 
The correct expression is ‘carve out’. Carve out means ‘Create or get an area where you can be special or successful.’
Question 2
Choose the correct usage
A
They carved over the turkey for Christmas.
B
They carved up the turkey for Christmas.
Question 2 Explanation: 
The correct expression is ‘carve up’. Carve up means ‘Divide into smaller pieces.’
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