Phrasal verbs with through often carry the idea of continuing despite difficulties, completing something, or literally moving from one side to another. The meaning of through in phrasal verbs usually suggests persistence, overcoming obstacles, or finishing a process.
How to remember
Think of “through” as passing from the beginning to the end. This can be physical (going through a door) or metaphorical (getting through hard times).
Examples
- He managed to get through the exam.
- They had to push through the crowd.
- The deal might fall through if they don’t agree.
Full list of phrasal verbs with through
break through
force a way past a barrier or obstacle
fall through
to fail to happen or be completed
get through
to finish or survive something difficult
go through
to experience or endure something difficult
live through
to survive or experience a difficult or unpleasant event
look through
to examine or read quickly
pull through
to recover from a serious illness or difficult situation
push through
to continue doing something despite difficulties
run through
to go over or rehearse something quickly
see through
to recognize the true nature of someone or something, especially to detect deception