Vocabulary

• at last: Finally; after a long delay.
• for instance: As an example.
• in the end: Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
• at once: Immediately; without delay
• of course: Sure ; Certainly
• in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
• move about: To go from place to place; travel around.
• have to: Must do
• look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
• at least: As a minimum
• up the hill: In an upward direction on a slope or hill.
• as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
• account of: A spoken or written description of an event.
• for a minute: For a short period of time; briefly.
• got to: To arrive at some place
• after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
• as well as: Also; in addition to
• at any rate: Whatever happens; in any case; anyway.
• above ground: Located on or higher than the earth's surface.
• in the dark: Uninformed about something; unaware.
• speak of: To mention someone or something in conversation.
• rather than: More exactly; more correctly
• at right angles to: Forming a 90-degree angle with another line or surface.
• go back to: To return to a starting point
• put out: To publish, e.g. a book
• to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
• in a minute: Very soon; in a short amount of time.
• in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
• over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
• above all: Most importantly; more than anything else.
• lay in: To provide stocks (e.g. for the winter)
• instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
• hand on: To pass or transfer something physically to someone else.
• in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
• on the turf: Located or happening on a grass surface, often sports field.
• my eye: Used to express disbelief or skepticism.
• by the by: Incidentally; in passing; as a side note.
• in particular: Specifically; especially.
• as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
• on to: Toward something; forward
• account for: To explain the cause or reason for something
• in a corner: In a situation where one is trapped or pressured with few options.
• cut off: To end a process, e.g. a phone call
• in the air: Present or circulating in the atmosphere.
• at times: Sometimes; occasionally.
• after dark: After the sun has set and night has begun.
• due to: Because of; owing to
• after dinner: Following the meal of dinner.
• at school: Present and attending school.
• except that: But; with the exception that.
• at work: Located at one's place of employment
• from the cradle to the grave: Throughout a person's entire life.
• go up against: To compete or confront someone in a contest or challenge.
• up against: Facing or contending with something difficult or challenging.
• drift along: To move passively without a specific direction or purpose; to live without making plans or effort.
• sleight of hand: Skillful deception or trickery using the hands.
• on the table: Located on the surface of a table.
• in profile: Viewed or shown from the side, showing outline or contour.
• on the alert: Being watchful and ready to react immediately.
• part with: To give something away; relinquish possession of something.
• speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
• put forth: To bring into existence
• save for: To keep money so that you can buy something with it in the future.
• into time: Over a period, involving a gradual process or change.
• put together: To build or assemble something small, e.g. a toy
• for certain: Definitely; without a doubt.
• past it: No longer capable or effective due to age or declining condition.
• get through: To arrive at the end of or finish something
• wait for: To wait until someone comes, or something happens
• in silhouette: Seen as a dark shape outlined against light.
• one up: In a better or more advantageous position.
• much about: A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
• lead off: To begin; to start something, such as a meeting or performance.
• in the midst of: Surrounded by; in the middle of.
• cut on: To switch on; to activate (a device or light).
• with just: Using only; with no more than.
• on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
• at a draft: Drinking or consuming something in a single continuous action or breath.
• want in: To desire to participate or be included in something.
• on the whole: Considering everything; generally.
• in passing: Mentioned briefly or casually without focus.
• in writing: Expressed or presented in written form, rather than spoken.
• of all time: The best or most significant in history.
• in the saddle: Riding a horse or in control of a situation.
• with both hands: Readily and enthusiastically accept something.
• fall away: Slowly lessen your friendship with someone
• night and day: Continuously; all the time.
• rise up: To attempt to defeat government or ruler
• attend to: To deal with; take care of; pay attention to.
• round to: To visit someone's place informally, usually briefly.
• to a man: Every single person involved without exception.
• in shape: In good physical condition; fit.
• in the clear: Free from suspicion or blame; exonerated.
• used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
• at the sight of: When seeing something, especially suddenly or unexpectedly.
• face to face: (Meeting) while looking at someone
• in motion: Moving; not stationary.
• in the way: Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
• do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
• come from: To have as your native country or city
• in vain: Without success or result; futilely.
• put it about: To spread rumors or gossip.
• of old: From a long time ago; in the past.
• for the most part: Generally; mostly; on the whole.
• in little: To a small extent; insignificantly.
• before long: Soon; in a short time.
• long for: To have a strong desire or yearning for something.
• of interest: Relevant or important to someone or something.
• in a flash: Extremely quickly; instantaneously.
• mark off: To separate or isolate something by drawing a line around it or indicating it in some way.
• in places: In some locations but not others
• in ruins: Reduced to a state of destruction or disrepair.
• in hand: In one's possession or control.
• fight out: Engage in a fight until it fully ends or a conclusion is reached.
• slow in: Being late or delayed in doing something.
• in the space of: Within a certain period of time.
• for all time: Forever; eternally.
• stamped out: To get rid of or make disappear
• evidence of: Facts, objects, or signs that make you believe that something is true.
• in condition: The state that something is in.
• go to the wall: Fail, especially financially or in business.
• in a state: In a particular condition or situation.
• out of place: Not comfortable or belonging in a particular situation.
• secret of: The key or hidden information that explains something.
• trickle down: To gradually spread or filter through from top to bottom, especially in economics, referring to the belief that tax cuts or other benefits for the wealthy will ultimately benefit the poor and middle class.
• out of the way: Remote; isolated.
• in the light of: Considering new information or facts.
• for one thing: Used to introduce a reason for something.
• with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
• under the circumstances: Considering the situation; given the facts.
• on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
• in the black: Operating with a profit; not in debt.
• full day: A complete day, from morning to night.
• within reach: Close enough to be grabbed or used.
• in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
• of a sudden: Quickly and unexpectedly; suddenly.
• came off: To succeed in doing; complete something
• work at: To have a job at a particular place or organization.
• ask for it: To behave in a way that will cause trouble or punishment.
• get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
• out of it: Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
• to do with: To be about something; concern
• set down
• easy enough: Sufficiently easy; not too difficult.
• take back: To say you no longer agree with an opinion you had
• think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
• of any kind: Of any type or variety whatsoever.
• be with: To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
• out and about: Having returned to your usual activities after an illness.
• carry on: To engage in an activity, e.g. a conversation
• cling to: To hold onto something tightly, often for support or safety.
• over the hill: Considered to be too old to perform effectively.
• in droves: In large numbers; in a large group.
• out of doors: Outside, in the open air.
• make a virtue of necessity: To turn an unavoidable circumstance into a positive advantage.
• search for: To try to find someone or something.
• go on: To continue doing something
• contrast with: To be strikingly different from something else.
• by contrast: Used to introduce an idea or situation that is very different from one you have just mentioned.
• to some extent: Partially; not completely.
• on all-fours: Position with hands and knees on the ground.
• in the first place: To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
• for myself: Done for one's own benefit or use.
• interest of: For the benefit or advantage of someone or something.
• at present: Currently; now
• on the part of: By or done by (someone); concerning someone.
• below ground: Underneath the surface of the earth.
• burst into: To enter a place suddenly and forcefully.
• clue in: Inform someone about something they do not know.
• in spirit: Feeling or showing enthusiasm; with strong emotional support, even if not physically present.
• to the touch: When tested or sensed by physical contact.
• pass through: To experience something, often unpleasant or difficult.
• in character: Behaving as the character one is portraying; consistent with the character's personality.
• push on: To continue with some effort; persevere
• in use: Being used at the present time.
• the following: Next in order or sequence.
• come upon: To accidentally find; discover something
• hold over: To postpone; delay.
• by means of: Using; with the help of.
• lie down: To put your body in a flat position, as to sleep
• apart from: Except for; not considering
• see in: To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
• come at: To approach someone to attack them
• box in: To trap or prevent movement by surrounding closely.
• time: Speed at which music is played; tempo
• people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
• think: To have an idea about something without certainty
• world: All the humans, events, activities on the earth
• look: Person's beauty or physical attractiveness
• feel: To be aware of or experience an emotion, sensation
• moment: Very short or brief period of time
• psychologist: An expert who studies the mind and behavior
• light: To cause something to burn; put a burning match to
• space: Empty area kept for a specific reason, like a car
• strange: Unusual or odd; surprising because unexpected
• begin: To do the first part of an action; to start
• face: To cover a surface with something like paint
• man: Humans in general, including male and female
• medical: Of or relating to physical health or medicine