- This test assesses your knowledge of Phrasal Verbs.
- Every question essentially contains a usage tip, so solve carefully.
- Note down the phrasal verbs you are not aware of.
- Solve the same test again to memorize the tips.
Phrasal Verbs: Tick
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Question 1 |
Choose the correct usage:
The project is ticking through smoothly even in the absence of the director. | |
Thing are ticking along at work without any major problems. |
Question 1 Explanation:
The correct phrase is ‘tick along’, which means to make reasonable progress without any serious problems.
Question 2 |
Choose the correct usage:
He gestured frantically as the last moments ticked over and his teammate struggled to complete the race. | |
The last few seconds ticked away and the team couldn’t come back. |
Question 2 Explanation:
The correct phrase is ‘tick away’, which refers to the passing of time.
Question 3 |
Choose the correct usage:
The company ticked over while she was a way on a holiday. | |
The company ticked under while she was away on a holiday. |
Question 3 Explanation:
The correct phrase is ‘tick over’, which means to continue working but without improving.
Question 4 |
Choose the correct usage:
She really ticks me off when she doesn’t reply to my emails. | |
My employees always tick me on when the work is not submitted by deadlines. |
Question 4 Explanation:
The correct phrase is ‘tick off’, which means to annoy.
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