To show or introduce (to the public); to make available. This idiom is separable. Example: Most automobile companies bring out new models each year. My mother brought some snacks out for my friends and me to have.
To abstain from, stop using as a habit; to release or discharge from a job. Example: If you're trying to lose weight, you should lay off sweet things. If business continues to be slow, we will have to lay off some workers.
To slacken, to lessen in intensity; to relax or ease one's effort. Example: If the rain doesn't let up soon, we wont be able to have our picnic. When she is working, she never lets up for a moment.
To consult someone about an important matter. This idiom is separable. Example: Can I take the problem up with you right now? It's quite urgent. I can't help you with this problem. You'll have to take it up with the boss.
To begin to do or to study, to undertake; to occupy space, time or energy. This idiom is separable. Example: After todays test, the class will be ready to take up the last chapter in the book. The piano takes up to much space in our living room.
Regardless of. This idiom is shortened form of "it doesn't matter". It is followed by the question word such as how, where, when, who, etc. Example: No matter how much money he spends on his clothes, he never looks well dressed.
To use well, to profit from; to use another's person weaknesses to gain what one wants. Example: I took advantage of my neighbour superior skill at tennis to improve my own ability at the game. Bill is such a small, weak child that his friends take advantage of him all the time.
To complete the form. This idiom is very similar to the idiom "fill in". "To fill in" refers to completing various parts of form, while to fill out refers to completing a form as one whole item. This idiom is separable. Example: Every prospective employee must fill out an ...
