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3 English Phrasal Verbs With 'COP'

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We have definitions for 3 phrasal verbs with 'COP'

3 phrasal verbs with 'COP'

Cop it

  1. Get into trouble
    (Intransitive | British English)
    » Example: They really COPPED IT when they got caught shoplifting.

Cop off

  1. Leave work or school early
    (Intransitive | International English)
    » Example: We COPPED OFF early on Friday because there was nothing to do.
  2. Kiss, pet or have sex with someone
    (Inseparable | International English)
    » Example: She COPPED OFF with Damian at the end-of-term party.

Cop out

  1. Choose an easy alternative
    (Intransitive | International English)
    » Example: She was going to take a Master's degree but COPPED OUT and chose the Diploma course instead.

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