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Phrasal Verbs: Pin

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Question 1
For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.
A
I've asked him to set a date, but he's a hard man to PIN FROM and won't give a definite answer
B
I've asked him to set a date, but he's a hard man to PIN DOWN and won't give a definite answer.
Question 1 Explanation: 
The correct expression is Pin down. Pin down means to get a fixed idea, opinion, etc, from someone or discover exact details about something
Question 2
For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.
A
The police tried to PIN the crime WITH him.
B
The police tried to PIN the crime ON him.
Question 2 Explanation: 
The correct expression is Pin on. Pin on means to attach the blame to someone
Question 3
For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.
A
I PINNED the notice UP on the board
B
I PINNED the notice on the board
Question 3 Explanation: 
The correct expression is Pin up. Pin up means fix something on a wall or a surface.
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