Vocabulary

• for a minute: For a short period of time; briefly.
• have to: Must do
• in the dark: Uninformed about something; unaware.
• look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
• got to: To arrive at some place
• over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
• get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
• at least: As a minimum
• of course: Sure ; Certainly
• in the air: Present or circulating in the atmosphere.
• after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
• in the light of: Considering new information or facts.
• at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
• quarrel with: To have an argument or disagreement with someone.
• going on: To continue doing something
• out there: In or to a place that is far away
• from side to side: Moving left and right repeatedly.
• used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
• by now: At the present time or already; before the present.
• shut up: To close something, e.g. a shop
• except for: Not including; excluding.
• in disguise: Having altered one's appearance to conceal one's identity.
• little man: A man of short stature.
• tie up: To be occupied or engaged in something
• few steps: A small number of steps; a short distance.
• melt into: To blend or merge smoothly into something else, often losing distinctness.
• back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
• in half: Divided into two equal parts.
• wake up: To stop sleeping
• put out: To publish, e.g. a book
• with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
• keep out of: To avoid entering a place; to stay away from a place.
• to do with: To be about something; concern
• through with: Having had enough (of trouble); wanting to stop
• settle it: To resolve a dispute or argument.
• out of it: Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
• above all: Most importantly; more than anything else.
• come from: To have as your native country or city
• think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
• know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
• hand on: To pass or transfer something physically to someone else.
• swear at: To use offensive language to or about (someone).
• on the horizon: About to happen; approaching.
• set eyes on: To see someone or something for the first time.
• on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
• deal with
• on the floor: Located on the ground or bottom surface of a room.
• on the way: During the journey to a particular place.
• out of fashion: No longer fashionable or in style.
• has its place: To be useful or important in a particular situation.
• by and large: Generally; on the whole; mostly.
• ease with: To make something less painful, difficult, or troubling; to comfort or relieve.
• at ease
• wait for: To wait until someone comes, or something happens
• clutter up: To fill a place with too many things, making it untidy.
• for an instant: For a very short period of time; momentarily.
• at the feet of: Being in a position of submission or deep respect near someone.
• head up: To lead or manage a team, project, or organization.
• in blood: Covered or stained with blood, literally or figuratively.
• haul off: To suddenly throw a punch or strike someone.
• in token of: As a symbol or sign of something.
• instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
• in the shadow of: Close to and influenced or dominated by something else.
• melt away: To disappear gradually.
• into thin air: To vanish completely and mysteriously.
• wink at: To deliberately ignore or allow something wrong or improper.
• no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
• on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
• in glass: Kept inside glass containers or greenhouses for protection or display.
• up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
• pass for: To be accepted as being another person
• read off: To recite or announce something from a list.
• draw up: To create a formal document
• for instance: As an example.
• chip in: To contribute (donate money) to a cause
• as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
• hash over: To discuss or review carefully and thoroughly.
• spread out: To extend or stretch over a large area.
• for some reason: For a reason that is not known or not easily explained.
• as long as: For the period that; provided that.
• across from: Being on the other side
• fair game: Someone or something that is considered a legitimate target for criticism, attack, or exploitation.
• by rights: According to what is just, correct, or fair.
• symbol of: Something that represents or stands for something else, especially an object representing an abstract idea.
• drink in: To absorb or take in something with great enjoyment.
• face down: To confront or deal with someone or something in a brave or determined way.
• kill me: An exaggerated expression of frustration or annoyance.
• by accident: Without intending to; unintentionally.
• run with: To take and work with an idea, plan as your own
• for the last time: Used to emphasize that something is said or done finally or repeatedly.
• seek out: To look for and find someone or something, especially when it is not easy to find.
• down with: Suffering from an illness.
• in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
• on board: Being on a ship, plane, or other vehicle
• blast off
• under arrest: Being held by the police; formally detained.
• in the field: Working or doing research in a real-world environment, not in a classroom or laboratory.
• in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
• at arm's length: At a distance that can be reached by extending the arm.
• in a state: In a particular condition or situation.
• water under the bridge: Past events that are no longer important or cause no trouble.
• for myself: Done for one's own benefit or use.
• come for: To arrive to collect someone or something.
• talk about it: To discuss a particular subject.
• go on: To continue doing something
• go ahead: To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
• working model: A prototype or scaled-down version of a device or system that demonstrates its functionality.
• at odd times: Occurring irregularly or at unusual moments.
• coming and going: The activity of people arriving and departing from a place.
• in other words: Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
• look into: To investigate or try to discover the reasons for
• in the hands of: Under the control or responsibility of someone.
• walk with: To accompany someone while walking.
• at large: (of a person or animal, especially one that is dangerous) not captured; free.
• come after: To follow someone in order to threaten them
• get through: To arrive at the end of or finish something
• zone in: To focus attention or effort completely on something.
• in hell: In a very bad or unpleasant situation
• force out: To make someone leave a job or position.
• to order: To give an instruction or command.
• start up: A newly established business.
• picking out: To choose or select one item from many
• take off: To remove, e.g. your clothes
• second nature: A behavior that has become automatic or habitual.
• go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
• come out with: To go out with someone on a date
• live on: To continue to exist or be remembered.
• out of step: Not moving with the same rhythm or pace as others.
• fit into: To be small enough to go inside something.
• younger sister: A female sibling born after oneself.
• at a time: Separately; one by one
• to pieces: Broken into many small parts.
• before dark: At or prior to the time when it gets dark outside.
• play by ear: Decide or act without planning; improvise.
• by ear: Learning or doing something using hearing, not written instructions.
• start out: To begin your life or career in a particular way.
• at the door of: Located very close to the entrance or opening of a place.
• at sunrise: At the time when the sun first appears in the morning.
• in the pocket: Having secured or certain success or advantage.
• over and above: In addition to; more than what is expected or required.
• turn in: To produce or achieve a good performance
• get up off: To rise from a seated or lying position on something.
• take good care: To look after someone or something well; ensure their well-being.
• care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
• call up: To require someone to join the army
• think about: To consider something carefully.
• Hunt up: To search for and find something.
• take on: To acquire a new characteristic
• up the hill: In an upward direction on a slope or hill.
• in the red: Operating at a loss; in debt.
• short shrift: A brief or insufficient consideration or attention.
• trail behind: To follow or lag behind someone or something.
• in public: In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
• in the end: Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
• as a matter of fact: In reality; actually; used to emphasize the truth of a statement, often when it differs from what someone might expect or believe.
• move along: To make progress; advance.
• point out: To make others aware of an idea
• more than once: On more than one occasion; repeatedly.
• by foot: Walking, instead of using transport
• let out: To allow a person, animal to leave the room, house
• speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
• at hand: Close by; readily available.
• walk away from: To leave a situation or relationship, especially when it is difficult or unpleasant.
• slip out: To leave a place quietly or secretly, so that no one notices you.
• steal away: To leave a place quietly and without being noticed.
• on watch: Actively keeping guard or observing for something.
• doze off: To fall lightly asleep, especially during the day or when not intending to.
• think twice: To consider something carefully before doing it, especially because it could have negative consequences.
• in a bad way: In poor physical or emotional condition.
• by any chance: Used to ask a question in a polite way, often when you do not really expect the answer to be 'yes'
• on the prowl: Searching or hunting, often in a secretive or stealthy manner.
• want in: To desire to participate or be included in something.
• for life: For the duration of one's life; permanently.
• to the bone: Thoroughly; completely; to the innermost part.
• come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
• fight off: To defend a position, often violently
• at the risk of: Used to introduce a statement that may offend or be criticized.
• price in: To include a particular cost or factor in a total price.
• along with: In addition to; together with.
• come along: To go with someone who takes the lead
• vouch for: To assert or confirm as a truth based on one's experience or knowledge.
• in a hurry: Acting or moving with great haste; rushed.
• lay in: To provide stocks (e.g. for the winter)
• in addition to: Besides; as well as
• step down: To reduce the amount of something
• burst into: To enter a place suddenly and forcefully.
• in three days: Within a period of three days from now or a reference point.
• stay away: To keep a distance from something or someone; to avoid approaching.
• lie in: To stay in bed later than usual in the morning.
• blood red: A very dark or vivid red color similar to the color of blood.
• in hand: In one's possession or control.
• bound with: Tied or fastened with a rope, cord, or other material.
• like a man: To act bravely or responsibly.
• a few moments: A short period of time
• at the sight of: When seeing something, especially suddenly or unexpectedly.
• in itself: Considered alone or without reference to anything else; intrinsically.
• ward off: To avert, deflect, or repel (something dangerous or undesirable).
• in the streets: Located or happening outdoors in public roads or areas.
• out of place: Not comfortable or belonging in a particular situation.
• in the rough: In an area of longer grass on a golf course, off the fairway.
• cross legged: In a position with the legs crossed.
• next to: Being located along side another
• of age: Having reached the legal age of adulthood.
• in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
• like lightning: Very quickly or suddenly.
• red hot: Extremely hot; heated to a point of glowing red.
• pick it up: To lift something from a surface.
• whip down: To move quickly downwards or along something.
• bring down: To destroy (government, etc.) forcefully
• on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
• swear by: To have great confidence in something; to believe that something is very effective.
• see to: To attend to; take care of
• to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
• in the face of: When confronted with something difficult or challenging.
• as well as: Also; in addition to
• hold in: To hide your emotions and not let them show
• burst out: To suddenly express an emotion or sound.
• with dignity: In a manner that shows respect and seriousness.
• know: To be familiar with a person or place, thing
• look: Person's beauty or physical attractiveness
• race: Speed contest between people, animals or vehicles
• square: Shape with 4 equal length sides and 4 equal angles
• face: To cover a surface with something like paint
• man: Humans in general, including male and female
• dry: (Of humor) clever, but not obvious; ironic
• wolf: A dog-like wild animal
• vanish: To disappear in a sudden and mysterious way
• men: Adult male human beings
• mack: A short raincoat, typically made of rubberized cloth.
• nonhuman: Not of the human kind; aliens or animals
• spaceport: Place where spacecraft park
• cargill: A large, privately held American global food corporation.