English · Phrasal verb Attested

file with

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To officially submit or present paperwork or information to a specific authority.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Nộp chính thức giấy tờ hoặc thông tin cho một cơ quan có thẩm quyền

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Where it’s used: Used American English

The students should file their assignments with the professor before the deadline.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To follow closely in line with, or to keep pace.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Đi sát sau hoặc giữ nhịp cùng

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Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

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What does “file with” mean?

To officially submit or present paperwork or information to a specific authority.

Is “file with” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.