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Better definitions
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spinney
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Better definitions
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Hi folks! I am currently working on a new phrasal verb exercise for industrial relations and I am in a bit of a quandary. If I include "back down" and "give in" together, I will need to have clear and precise definitions for them both. At the moment, I have "back down" = reverse a decision or retreat. And for "give in" = finally accept defeat. I am not 100% happy with them. Can anybody think of something better? Or are they OK as they are?  Oh, and if any of you can think of a phrasal verb that is in some way related to labour relations, please feel free to contribute. I have about 19 at the moment. |
13 Sep 2022
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douglas
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back down- to stop pushing or forcing your point of view or argument give in- to finally accept the other person�s point of view or argument (perhaps?) |
13 Sep 2022
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ninon100
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Hi, how about "cave in" for your collection? We are not going to cave in to his tactics. |
13 Sep 2022
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Rob Barron
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�back down is the result of previous confrontation with a person but �give in� is a form of surrender to another person�s wishes.
Hope that helps.
Rob |
13 Sep 2022
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cunliffe
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Back down is the opposite of stand your ground. |
13 Sep 2022
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yanogator
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Douglas, I think your "back down" is closer to "back off". I agree with Dale about "back down", but I agree with you on "give in" (and I might add "after initial resistance"). Bruce
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14 Sep 2022
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TeacherARG
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How about give up + ing? It could be useful to understand the differences> give up vs. give in. Just my 2 cents. |
14 Sep 2022
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spinney
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Thanks folks! I think I am even more confused now! Plenty of food for thought though. "Back off" and "back down,"eh? There must be something I can do with those in the future. @ TeacherARG, To me, "give up" is stop doing something with reluctance, such as smoking, fighting (so as not to be the loser, or even worse), red meat, etc. Whereas give in, is to surrender in terms of accepting the wishes or conditions of another person. My problem is getting the definitions short and sweet for the bingo, card game, and online quiz. That said, I now have plenty to work with. Despite all the technical issues, ESL Printables brings home the bacon once again. This is definitely the best little site out there for ESL teachers. Thanks guys!  |
17 Sep 2022
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