Phrasal Verbs

A phrasal verb is made up of a verb and a particle (preposition or adverb), the combination which becomes a new meaning. 

Examples:

• The workmen are using dynamite to blow up that old building.
• We don't have practice today. The coach called it off because of poor attendance.
• Everyone has to hand in the science report at 9.00 tomorrow morning.

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Lay down: Institute, enact or establish; "make laws"

Example: With kids like that you have to lay down the law and let them see you are serious.

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Lie down: To place oneself or be in a prostrate position in order to rest or sleep
Example: Lie down and relax.

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