Listening Time: English Practice

English Phrasal Verbs - Carry On, Carry Out

Dec 5, 2025
Explore the dynamic world of phrasal verbs with intriguing examples! Discover the meanings of 'carry on' and 'carry out' through engaging stories, including a chaotic company meeting. Delve into the fascinating topic of how researchers conduct nutrition studies, highlighting biases and limitations in experiments. Wrap up with tips on practicing your skills and resources for further learning. It's an entertaining journey into the nuances of English!
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ADVICE

Learn And Practice Key Phrasal Verbs

  • Learn the meanings of phrasal verbs like 'carry on' and 'carry out' to improve comprehension.
  • Practice using them in sentences to internalize their usage and context.
INSIGHT

Carry Out Means To Complete Tasks

  • 'Carry out' specifically means to perform or complete a task, not just discuss it.
  • Connor emphasizes the difference by showing the government 'carried out the proposed changes.'
ANECDOTE

Chaotic Company Meeting Example

  • Connor tells a fictional chaotic company meeting to show 'carry on' in many contexts.
  • The story shows interruptions, people talking over each other, and the decision to keep traditions.
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