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Phrasal Verbs: Dip

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Question 1
Choose the correct usage:
A
I dipped the brush on the paint and began painting the wall.
B
I dipped the brush in the paint and began painting the wall.
Question 1 Explanation: 
The correct phrase is dip in , which means to put something in a liquid for a short time.
Question 2
Choose the correct usage:
A
I've been dipping into the book, but haven't read it properly.
B
He’s been dipping on the notes, but hasn’t read them thoroughly.
Question 2 Explanation: 
The correct phrase is dip into, which means reading parts of a book, but not all.
Question 3
Choose the correct usage:
A
The dullness of the event forced a lot of people to dip off.
B
I had to dip out as the party was really dull.
Question 3 Explanation: 
The correct phrase is dip out, which means to leave a place without telling anyone.
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