Phrasal Verb News: Learn Business English with Romania’s Election Scandal

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Episode Summary:

In this episode of Phrasal Verb News, we explore the dramatic annulment of Romania’s presidential election and use the story to teach six essential phrasal verbs: call off, stir up, nullify, bring forward, go ahead, and stand up for. Whether you're a business professional or an English learner, this episode offers practical examples and questions to help you use these phrases confidently in your everyday conversations.

Key Vocabulary and Definitions

1. Call Off

• Definition: To cancel something that was planned.
• Example: The court decided to call off the second round of elections due to allegations of interference.

1. Stir Up

• Definition: To provoke or cause trouble, excitement, or emotion.
• Example: The allegations stirred up controversy across the country.

1. Nullify

• Definition: To invalidate or cancel something, often in a legal context.
• Example: The court nullified the election results, acting as if they never happened.

1. Bring Forward

• Definition: To present something, such as evidence or an idea, for consideration.
• Example: Romanian intelligence agencies brought forward evidence of Russian interference.

1. Go Ahead

• Definition: To proceed or continue with something, despite challenges.
• Example: Lasconi argued that the elections should have gone ahead despite the allegations.

1. Stand Up For

• Definition: To defend or support someone or something.
• Example: The Prime Minister stood up for the annulment, saying it was the right decision.

Practice Questions

1. Call Off: Can you think of a time when something important, like a meeting or event, was called off? How did you feel about it?
2. Stir Up: Have you ever been in a situation where someone stirred up trouble unnecessarily? How did people react?
3. Nullify: If you could nullify one law or rule, what would it be and why?
4. Bring Forward: When was the last time you brought forward a great idea or important evidence? How was it received?
5. Go Ahead: Can you think of a time when something went ahead despite challenges? What was the outcome?
6. Stand Up For: Have you ever stood up for someone being treated unfairly? What happened, and how did you feel?

Call to Action

Want to make these phrasal verbs a part of your vocabulary? Try using them in a conversation today!

• Practice explaining this news story to a friend or colleague using at least three of the phrases.
• Share your answers to the practice questions in the comments or on social media.

💬 Join the conversation: What’s your take on Romania’s election annulment? Should the process have gone ahead despite the allegations?

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