Phrasal Verbs

Phrasal verbs (a verb plus a preposition) can be replaced with a one-word equivalent to make the writing more academic in style. Phrasal verbs have been identified for you in the following text. Replace them with a one-word synonym.

Stomach Viruses
 
Stomach viruses are notoriously contagious and hard to get rid of. Once the virus kicks off in your work place, it can be difficult to avoid. That risk goes up for people who work in hospitals because stomach viruses are difficult to kill. It is also difficult to avoid if you hang out with big groups of people or work in a school. One of the simplest methods for cutting down on the risk of becoming ill is to wash one's hands regularly.