Hello ladies and gentlemen, we know that phrasal verbs are used informally. BUT... there are a handful which you will find in formal writing. And here are some examples (and these appear in the CAE):
COME ACROSS AS (appear as)
- The necessity of coming across as a rather sophisticated and collected man is paramount when impressing the opposite sex.... so said my mum.
COME ABOUT (happen/take place)
- The rapid development of feminist ideology came about due to British liberal politics and an increase in the price of razors.
BRING ABOUT (cause changes to something)
- Major spending is required to bring about substantial improvements in housing.
END UP (result in)
- The recent government policy regarding making razors free for all ended up in complete disaster.
SET OUT (intend to do smth)
- School management have set out with the aim of improving teaching quality across the board.
PUT FORWARD (offer an idea/opinion)
- The plans the government have put forward regarding the abolition of hamsters as household pets received a standing ovation.
STAMP OUT (eradicate)
- The police are intent on stamping out violent crime in the suburbs of London
... in 2025.
WORK OUT (calculate/solve)
- Tax rises will work out cheaper for the economy in the long run.
