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"pop" — same verb, different meanings

Phrasal verbs built on "pop" — same verb, but the particle changes the meaning. Pick the one that fits.

pop in

make a short visit

to visit a place or person for a short time, usually casually and without much planning

I'll pop in on my way home and see how your mum's doing.

pop out

leave for a short time

to go out somewhere for a short time and come back soon

I'm just going to pop out for some milk, back in five.

pop to the shops

go out briefly

To go out for a short time to buy something at the shops, often nearby.

I'm just going to pop to the shops for some milk.

pop up

appear suddenly on screen

when a window, message or notification appears suddenly on your screen

A message popped up saying my storage was full.

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