Module 7: Phrasal Verbs with "Back"

Back combines with a number of verbs to form numerous phrasal verbs. The most important meanings of "back" are to return or reciprocate something, but combined with certain verbs, it can also have the meaning of to control or suppress. Let's look at the main phrasal verbs with "back" below.

Unit 7.1: "Returning"
- bring back
- call back/phone back
- get back
- give back
- take back
Unit 7.2: "Repeating/Reciprocating"
- answer back
- bounce back
- fight back
- pay back
- strike back
Unit 7.3: "Controlling/Suppressing"
- choke back
- cut back
- fight back
- hold back
- set back

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