RISE EXPRESSIONS-2
20 / 11 / 2008
RISE EXPRESSIONS-2: meaning and examples
Good morning.
Today we look at another expression with the verb to RISE.
Today's expression is: to rise above something
Meaning 1: to not be affected or limited by problems, insults, etc.
Example 1:
Helen Keller had the courage and determination to rise above her physical disabilities.
Meaning 2: to be wise and intelligent enough not to do something wrong or not to think the same as other people.
Example 2:
Many Americans rose above their prejudice and voted for Barack Obama.
Meaning 3: to be of a higher standard than other things of a similar kind.
Example 3:
John's work always rises above the work of the others in the office, which is why he has been promoted to vice president.
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