Phrasal Verbs

take back (2)

This page is about the phrasal verb take back (2)

Meaning

If a store takes back something they've sold, they allow the buyer to return it for a refund, or exchange it.

For example

  • take sth back I decided I didn't want the new shoes, so I called the store and told them and they said they couldn't take them back because I'd worn them.

  • take back sth Our policy states that we will take back goods and give a full refund if they are in perfect, as-new condition.

Quick Quiz

The shop took back the jacket I'd bought and gave me

a. a prize

b. a receipt

c. a refund
a) a prize b) a receipt c) a refund

Boost your English with
1000 Phrasal Verbs in Context ebook!

1000 Phrasal Verbs in Context

Contributor: Matt Errey