Common phrasal verbs where DOWN indicates decrease or resting
Q1. Please sit ___
SIT DOWN means take a seat. Rest is offered. Chairs oblige.
Q2. Turn ___ the volume
TURN DOWN means decrease. Neighbours appreciate quiet. Consideration is noted.
Q3. Write ___ the address
WRITE DOWN means record on paper. Memory is fallible. Ink persists.
Q4. Calm ___, please
CALM DOWN means become less agitated. Tea may assist. Breathing helps.
Q5. The sun goes ___ at dusk
GO DOWN means descend. Daylight fades. Evening approaches.