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I have a question.Is there a rule about the phrasal verbs or do we have to memory the verb and the preposition that comes after it? Thanks for your answers.
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There are some attemtps to synthesise patterns, like 'up' can carry a direction or a sense of completion, but it's largely a matter of memory, I'm afraid.
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Thank you,TDOL
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You're welcome, Hati. Sorry not to have better news.
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