In past Everyday Grammar programs, we have told you about phrasal verbs. A phrasal verb is a group of words that act as a verb. It is made from a verb and a preposition, adverb or both.
In the 1957 calypso song "Angelique-O," American singer, actor and activist Harry Belafonte sings about colonization:
*Song by DJ Guetta featuring Kelly Rowland
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Words in This Story
calypso – n. a lively musical style from the West Indies that usually has humorous lyrics concerning current topics, such as politics
dozen – n. a group of 12 people or things
imply – v. to express (something) in an indirect way
seat belt – n. a strap on a vehicle's seat that holds a person in the seat if there is an accident
fasten – v. to put something in a position or location in such a way that it will not move
lyrics – n. the words of a song