Phrasal verbs: analysis and decisions

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Use common phrasal verbs to investigate information and make considered decisions.

1. figure out

   Phrase

   to determine, work out, or find out (something unknown or difficult to understand)

   After some thought, I finally figured out the solution to the problem.

2. check out

   Phrase

   to investigate or examine

   I heard about a new restaurant; let's check it out this weekend.

3. follow up

   Phrase

   To pursue or continue something that has been initiated or discussed previously; to check on the progress of a previous action.

   After the meeting, she promised to follow up with a detailed email containing additional information.

4. back up

   Phrase

   to make a copy of data or files for security or recovery purposes

   He made a backup copy of his important files.

5. think over

   Phrase

   to consider carefully

   I need to think over the proposal before making a decision.

6. look over

   Phrase

   To examine or inspect something carefully, typically with the aim of finding out more information or checking for accuracy.

   Please look over the report and let me know if you find any errors.

7. deal with

   Phrase

   handle, manage, or negotiate

   I have to deal with this difficult situation at work.

8. come across

   Phrase

   To encounter or find something by chance or after searching.

   I came across an interesting article about AI while browsing the web.

9. go ahead

   Phrase

   Proceed, continue, or move forward with something.

   I'll take care of it. You can go ahead and leave.

10. fill in

    Phrase

    to supply, complete or make full

    The room was filled with people.