Driving and the road B1
Setting off, pulling over, and the odd near-miss.
set off — start a journeyA: What time are you setting off for the airport?
B: Around 6 a.m., so I can catch my flight.
slow down — reduce speedA: You're driving a bit fast.
B: Oh, sorry! I'll slow down.
back up — reverse a vehicleA: There's not enough space in front.
B: Okay, I'll back up.
Setting off
Mia: We should set off soon if we want to beat the traffic.
Dan: Two minutes — let me just back up out of the drive.
Mia: Mind the bins as you reverse.
On the main road
Mia: Can you slow down a bit? Someone might pull out at that junction.
Dan: Good shout. I'll pull over if you fancy a break too.
A near miss
Dan: Did you see that? He just cut in without indicating.
Mia: I know — I nearly ran into the back of him.