Base verb
Phrasal verbs with die
The verb die combines with 5 particles to form everyday phrasal verbs. Each particle steers the meaning in its own direction — here they are with clear definitions and examples, so you can see the whole family at once.
5 phrasal verbs · 6 meanings
die away
1 sense- Lose intensity until silent
die back
1 sense- (of a plant) lose leaves and branches above ground while the roots survive
die down
2 senses- Feelings or excitement gradually become calmer
- Become less strong, loud or active
die off
1 sense- Gradually all die one after another
die out
1 sense- Gradually disappear
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