The Door Through Space [1/2] Video / Audiobook By Marion Zimmer Bradley┃VoiceTube - Learning English through Videos

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.

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a few moments
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- Phrase
- A short period of time
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above all
US /əˈbʌv ɔl/
UK /əˈbʌv ɔ:l/
- Phrase
- Most importantly; more than anything else.
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across from
US /əˈkrɔs frʌm/
UK /əˈkrɔs frɔm/
- Preposition
- Being on the other side
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after all
US /ˈæftɚ ɔl/
UK /ˈɑ:ftə ɔ:l/
- Adverb
- In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
- Considering everything; used to indicate that something is happening or is true despite some difficulty or obstacle
- Phrase
- Despite what was expected or thought; in spite of everything.
- Taking everything into consideration; considering that.
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along with
US /əˈlɔŋ wɪð/
UK /əˈlɔŋ wið/
- Preposition
- In addition to; together with.
- Adverb
- In company or together with someone or something.
- Including; in addition to.
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as a matter of fact
US /æz e ˈmætɚ ʌv fækt/
UK /æz ə ˈmætə ɔv fækt/
- Phrase
- In reality; actually; used to emphasize the truth of a statement, often when it differs from what someone might expect or believe.
- In reality; actually; used to emphasize the truth of a statement, often one that contrasts with or contradicts a previous statement.
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as long as
US /æz lɔŋ æz/
UK /æz lɔŋ æz/
- Conjunction
- For the period that; provided that.
- For the length of time that
- Preposition
- On the condition that; providing that.
- Having the same length as.
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as soon as
US /æz sun æz/
UK /æz su:n æz/
- Phrase
- In a short time after (something happens)
- Without any delay; immediately
- Conjunction
- At the moment that, or immediately after.
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as well as
US /æz wɛl æz/
UK /æz wel æz/
- Adverb
- Also; in addition to
- Preposition
- In addition to; and also.
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at a time
US /æt e taɪm/
UK /æt ə taim/
- Phrase
- Separately; one by one
- Simultaneously; together
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at arm's length
US /ˌæt ˈɑrmz lɛŋkθ/
UK /ˌæt ˈɑ:mz leŋθ/
- other
- At a distance that can be reached by extending the arm.
- other
- Keeping a socially or emotionally safe distance.
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at ease
US /æt iz/
UK /æt i:z/
- Phrase
- Adjective
- Free from constraint, embarrassment, or awkwardness; relaxed.
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at hand
US /æt hænd/
UK /æt hænd/
- Phrase
- Close by; readily available.
- About to happen; imminent.
- Adjective
- Nearby; easily available
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at large
US /æt lɑrdʒ/
UK /æt lɑ:dʒ/
- Adjective
- (of a person or animal, especially one that is dangerous) not captured; free.
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at least
US /æt list/
UK /æt li:st/
- Adverb
- As a minimum
- Not less than
- Phrase
- No less than; at the minimum
- Used to indicate that something is positive in a bad situation.
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at night
US /æt naɪt/
UK /æt nait/
- Phrase
- During the night; in the nighttime.
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at odd times
US /ˌæt ɑd taɪmz/
UK /ˌæt ɒd taɪmz/
- other
- Occurring irregularly or at unusual moments.
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at sunrise
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UK
- Phrase
- At the time when the sun first appears in the morning.
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at the door of
US /æt ðə dɔr ʌv/
UK /æt ðə dɔ: əv/
- other
- Located very close to the entrance or opening of a place.
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at the feet of
US /æt ðə fit ʌv/
UK /æt ðə fi:t əv/
- other
- Being in a position of submission or deep respect near someone.
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at the risk of
US /ət ðə ˈrɪsk ʌv/
UK /ət ðə ˈrɪsk əv/
- other
- Used to introduce a statement that may offend or be criticized.
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at the sight of
US /ət ðə ˈsaɪt ʌv/
UK /ət ðə ˈsaɪt əv/
- other
- When seeing something, especially suddenly or unexpectedly.
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back into
US /bæk ˈɪntu/
UK /bæk ˈɪntuː/
- Phrasal Verb
- To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
- To accidentally collide with something while moving backwards.
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before dark
US /bɪˈfɔɚ ˈdɑrk/
UK /biˈfɔ: ˈdɑ:k/
- other
- At or prior to the time when it gets dark outside.
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blast off
US /blæst ɔf/
UK /blɑ:st ɔf/
- Phrase
- Phrasal Verb
- To take off or ascend rapidly, as a rocket or spacecraft.
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blood red
US /blʌd ˈrɛd/
UK /blʌd ˈred/
- other
- A very dark or vivid red color similar to the color of blood.
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bound with
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- Tied or fastened with a rope, cord, or other material.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- United or connected through a shared feeling or experience.
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bring down
US /brɪŋ daʊn/
UK /briŋ daun/
- Phrasal Verb
- To destroy (government, etc.) forcefully
- To kill someone, often with a gun
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burst into
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To enter a place suddenly and forcefully.
- To suddenly express an emotion.
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burst out
US /bɚst aʊt/
UK /bə:st aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To suddenly express an emotion or sound.
- To leave a place suddenly and energetically.
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by accident
US /baɪ ˈæksɪdənt/
UK /bai ˈæksidənt/
- Phrase
- Without intending to; unintentionally.
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by and large
US /baɪ ənd lɑrdʒ/
UK /bai ænd lɑ:dʒ/
- Phrase
- Generally; on the whole; mostly.
- Taking everything into consideration; all things considered.
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by any chance
US /baɪ ˈɛni tʃæns/
UK /bai ˈeni tʃɑ:ns/
- Phrase
- Used to ask a question in a polite way, often when you do not really expect the answer to be 'yes'
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by ear
US /baɪ ɪɚ/
UK /baɪ ɪə/
- other
- Learning or doing something using hearing, not written instructions.
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by foot
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UK
- Phrase
- Walking, instead of using transport
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by now
US /baɪ naʊ/
UK /bai nau/
- Phrase
- At the present time or already; before the present.
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by rights
US /baɪ raɪts/
UK /baɪ raɪts/
- other
- According to what is just, correct, or fair.
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call up
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To require someone to join the army
- To bring to your memory
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care of
US /kɛr ʌv/
UK /kɛə ɔv/
- Preposition
- Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
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chip in
US /tʃɪp ɪn/
UK /tʃip in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To contribute (donate money) to a cause
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clutter up
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To fill a place with too many things, making it untidy.
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come after
US /kʌm ˈæftɚ/
UK /kʌm ˈɑ:ftə/
- Phrasal Verb
- To follow someone in order to threaten them
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come along
US /kʌm əˈlɔŋ/
UK /kʌm əˈlɔŋ/
- Phrasal Verb
- To go with someone who takes the lead
- To make progress toward a goal
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come back
US /kʌm bæk/
UK /kʌm bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To reply to someone, often forcefully
- To be remembered
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come for
US /kʌm fɔr/
UK /kʌm fɔ:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To arrive to collect someone or something.
- To attack someone.
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come from
US /kʌm frʌm/
UK /kʌm frɔm/
- Phrasal Verb
- To have as your native country or city
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come out with
US /kʌm aʊt wɪð/
UK /kʌm aut wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To go out with someone on a date
- To say something, especially something surprising or controversial.
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coming and going
US /ˈkʌmɪŋ ənd ˈɡoɪŋ/
UK /ˈkʌmɪŋ ænd ˈgəʊɪŋ/
- Uncountable Noun
- The activity of people arriving and departing from a place.
- Adjective
- Intermittent; not constant or reliable.
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cross legged
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UK
- Adverb
- In a position with the legs crossed.
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deal with
US /dil wɪð/
UK /di:l wið/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To buy or sell goods or services.
- Phrasal Verb
- To take action to solve a problem or manage a situation.
- To be about; concern.
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down with
US /daʊn wɪð/
UK /daun wið/
- Adjective
- Suffering from an illness.
- Agreeable to; in favor of.
- Interjection
- An expression of opposition to something.
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doze off
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To fall lightly asleep, especially during the day or when not intending to.
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draw up
US /drɔ ʌp/
UK /drɔ: ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To create a formal document
- To stand straight to make yourself look taller
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drink in
US /drɪŋk ɪn/
UK /driŋk in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To absorb or take in something with great enjoyment.
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ease with
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To make something less painful, difficult, or troubling; to comfort or relieve.
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except for
US /ɪkˈsɛpt fɔr/
UK /ikˈsept fɔ:/
- Preposition
- Not including; excluding.
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face down
US /fes daʊn/
UK /feis daun/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To confront or deal with someone or something in a brave or determined way.
- Phrasal Verb
- To confront and defeat someone in a contest or confrontation.
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fair game
US /fɛr ɡem/
UK /fɛə ɡeim/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Someone or something that is considered a legitimate target for criticism, attack, or exploitation.
- Adjective
- Animals that are legal to hunt or fish during a specific season.
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few steps
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UK
- Phrase
- A small number of steps; a short distance.
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fight off
US /faɪt ɔf/
UK /fait ɔf/
- Phrasal Verb
- To defend a position, often violently
- To resist or struggle to get rid of an illness or negative feeling.
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fit into
US /fɪt ˈɪntu/
UK /fit ˈɪntuː/
- Phrasal Verb
- To be small enough to go inside something.
- To feel like you belong to a group.
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for a minute
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UK
- Phrase
- For a short period of time; briefly.
- Used to indicate a sudden realization or thought.
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for an instant
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UK
- Phrase
- For a very short period of time; momentarily.
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for instance
US /fɔr ˈɪnstəns/
UK /fɔ: ˈinstəns/
- Adverb
- As an example.
- Phrase
- As an example.
- As an illustration or case in point
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for life
US /fɔr laɪf/
UK /fɔ: laif/
- Phrase
- For the duration of one's life; permanently.
- To support someone for the duration of their life.
- Adjective
- Being a member for the entirety of one's life.
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for myself
US /fɚ maɪˈsɛlf/
UK /fə maɪˈself/
- other
- Done for one's own benefit or use.
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for some reason
US /fɔr sʌm ˈrizən/
UK /fɔ: sʌm ˈri:zən/
- Phrase
- For a reason that is not known or not easily explained.
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for the last time
US /fɚ ðə læst taɪm/
UK /fə ðə lɑ:st taɪm/
- other
- Used to emphasize that something is said or done finally or repeatedly.
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force out
US /fɔrs aʊt/
UK /fɔ:s aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To make someone leave a job or position.
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from side to side
US /frəm saɪd tu saɪd/
UK /frəm saɪd tə saɪd/
- other
- Moving left and right repeatedly.
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get out of
US /ɡɛt aʊt ʌv/
UK /ɡet aut ɔv/
- Phrasal Verb
- To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
- To leave a small, enclosed vehicle
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get through
US /ɡɛt θru/
UK /ɡet θru:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To arrive at the end of or finish something
- To succeed in contacting someone by phone
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get up off
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To rise from a seated or lying position on something.
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go ahead
US /ɡo əˈhɛd/
UK /ɡəu əˈhed/
- Phrasal Verb
- To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
- To give permission to do something
- Intransitive Verb
- To start or proceed with something
- To proceed despite potential obstacles or doubts.
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go on
US /ɡo ɑn/
UK /ɡəu ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To continue doing something
- To happen (usually negative)
- Interjection
- Used to encourage someone
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go out
US /ɡo aʊt/
UK /ɡəu aut/
- Phrase
- To leave a building (e.g. a house)
- Phrasal Verb
- (Of a fire) to burn out; be extinguished
- Go out of fashion to stop being fashionable
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going on
US /ˈɡoɪŋ ɑn/
UK /ˈgəʊɪŋ ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To continue doing something
- To happen (usually negative)
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got to
US /ɡɑt tu/
UK /gɔt tu:/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To arrive at some place
- To have the opportunity or permission to do something
- Phrasal Verb
- To appeal to the emotions of; move
- To finally begin to start something after a delay
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hand on
US /hænd ɑn/
UK /hænd ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To pass or transfer something physically to someone else.
- To pass or transfer knowledge, skills, or traditions to someone else.
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has its place
US
UK
- Idiom
- To be useful or important in a particular situation.
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hash over
US /hæʃ ˈoʊvɚ/
UK /hæʃ ˈəuvə/
- other
- To discuss or review carefully and thoroughly.
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haul off
US /hɔl ɔf/
UK /hɔ:l ɒf/
- other
- To suddenly throw a punch or strike someone.
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have to
US /hæv tu/
UK /ˈhæv tə/
- Auxiliary Verb
- Must do
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head up
US /hɛd ʌp/
UK /hed ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To lead or manage a team, project, or organization.
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hold in
US /hold ɪn/
UK /həuld in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To hide your emotions and not let them show
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Hunt up
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To search for and find something.
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in a bad way
US /ɪn ə bæd weɪ/
UK /ɪn ə bæd wei/
- other
- In poor physical or emotional condition.
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in a hurry
US /ɪn e ˈhɚri/
UK /in ə ˈhʌri/
- Phrase
- Acting or moving with great haste; rushed.
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in a state
US
UK
- Phrase
- In a particular condition or situation.
- In an emotional condition, often negative (e.g., panic, distress).
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in addition to
US /ɪn əˈdɪʃən tu/
UK /in əˈdiʃən tu:/
- Preposition
- Besides; as well as
- Phrase
- Besides; as well as.
- Furthermore; moreover.
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in blood
US /ɪn blʌd/
UK /in blʌd/
- other
- Covered or stained with blood, literally or figuratively.
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in disguise
US /ɪn dɪsˈɡaɪz/
UK /in disˈɡaiz/
- Phrase
- Having altered one's appearance to conceal one's identity.
- Seeming different from what it really is; concealing the true nature.
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in glass
US /ɪn glæs/
UK /ɪn glɑ:s/
- other
- Kept inside glass containers or greenhouses for protection or display.
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in half
US /ɪn hæf/
UK /in hɑ:f/
- Adverb
- Divided into two equal parts.
- Partially; to some extent.
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in hand
US /ɪn hænd/
UK /in hænd/
- Phrase
- In one's possession or control.
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in hell
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UK
- Phrase
- In a very bad or unpleasant situation
- In the place or state of punishment of the wicked after death
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in itself
US /ɪn ɪtˈsɛlf/
UK /in itˈself/
- Phrase
- Considered alone or without reference to anything else; intrinsically.
- Essentially; by its very nature.
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in on
US
UK
- Phrase
- To be involved in a secret or plan.
- To be aware of something that is secret or not generally known.
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in other words
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UK
- Phrase
- Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
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in public
US /ɪn ˈpʌblɪk/
UK /in ˈpʌblik/
- Phrase
- In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
- Adjective
- Relating to the government or the people as a whole.
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in the air
US
UK
- Phrase
- Present or circulating in the atmosphere.
- Felt or sensed by many people; circulating as a rumor or feeling.
- Adjective
- Being broadcast on radio or television.
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in the dark
US /ɪn ði dɑrk/
UK /in ðə dɑ:k/
- Adjective
- Uninformed about something; unaware.
- Phrase
- In a state of secrecy or ignorance.
- In a place with little or no light.
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in the end
US /ɪn ði ɛnd/
UK /in ðə end/
- Phrase
- Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
- Ultimately; as the final result or consequence.
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in the face of
US //ɪn ðə feɪs ɑv//
UK
- Phrase
- When confronted with something difficult or challenging.
- Despite; in defiance of; when confronted with.
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in the field
US
UK
- Phrase
- Working or doing research in a real-world environment, not in a classroom or laboratory.
- Located on the playing area of a sports ground.
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in the hands of
US /ɪn ðə ˈhændz ʌv/
UK /in ðə ˈhændz ɔv/
- Preposition
- Under the control or responsibility of someone.
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in the light of
US /ɪn ðə ˈlaɪt ʌv/
UK /in ðə ˈlaɪt ɔv/
- other
- Considering new information or facts.
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in the pocket
US /ɪn ðə ˈpɑkət/
UK /in ðə ˈpɒkit/
- other
- Having secured or certain success or advantage.
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in the red
US
UK
- Adjective
- Operating at a loss; in debt.
- Phrase
- Having overdrawn money from a bank account.
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in the rough
US /ɪn ðə ˈrʌf/
UK /in ðə ˈrʌf/
- other
- In an area of longer grass on a golf course, off the fairway.
- other
- Not yet refined, unpolished or undeveloped.
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in the shadow of
US /ɪn ðə ˈʃædoʊ ʌv/
UK /in ðə ˈʃædəu ɔv/
- Preposition
- Close to and influenced or dominated by something else.
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in the streets
US /ɪn ðə strits/
UK /ɪn ðə stri:ts/
- other
- Located or happening outdoors in public roads or areas.
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in three days
US /ɪn θri deɪz/
UK /ɪn θri: deɪz/
- other
- Within a period of three days from now or a reference point.
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in time
US /ɪn taɪm/
UK /in taim/
- Adverb
- Eventually; after a period of time.
- Not late; with enough time to spare.
- Phrase
- Eventually; before it is too late.
- According to the scheduled time; punctual.
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in token of
US /ɪn ˈtoʊkən ʌv/
UK /ɪn ˈtəukən ɔv/
- other
- As a symbol or sign of something.
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in with
US /ɪn wɪð/
UK /in wið/
- Phrase
- Fashionable or popular at the moment.
- Having influence or favor with someone.
- Phrasal Verb
- To introduce or bring something new into a system or organization.
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instead of
US /ɪnˈstɛd ʌv/
UK /inˈsted ɔv/
- Preposition
- When one thing is replaced by another
- Adverb
- As a substitute or alternative.
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into thin air
US /ˈɪntu θɪn er/
UK /ˈɪntuː θin eə(r)/
- Phrase
- To vanish completely and mysteriously.
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keep out of
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To avoid entering a place; to stay away from a place.
- To avoid becoming involved in something; to stay uninvolved.
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kill me
US
UK
- Interjection
- An exaggerated expression of frustration or annoyance.
- Phrase
- A direct request to end one's life, often due to unbearable suffering.
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know about
US /noʊ əˈbaʊt/
UK /nəʊ əˈbaut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
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lay in
US /le ɪn/
UK /lei in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To provide stocks (e.g. for the winter)
- Stayed in bed later than usual in the morning.
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let out
US /lɛt aʊt/
UK /let aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To allow a person, animal to leave the room, house
- To allow to leave; to release.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To enlarge a garment by releasing a seam or adding material.
- To release or allow to escape.
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lie in
US /lai ɪn/
UK /lai in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To stay in bed later than usual in the morning.
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like a man
US /laɪk ə mæn/
UK /laɪk ə mæn/
- other
- To act bravely or responsibly.
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like lightning
US /laɪk ˈlaɪtnɪŋ/
UK /laɪk ˈlaɪtnɪŋ/
- other
- Very quickly or suddenly.
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little man
US
UK
- Countable Noun
- A man of short stature.
- An unimportant or insignificant person.
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live on
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To continue to exist or be remembered.
- To eat a particular type of food as the main thing.
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look at
US /lʊk æt/
UK /luk æt/
- Phrasal Verb
- To use your eyes to focus on something
- To focus your eyes on something carefully
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look into
US /lʊk ˈɪntu/
UK /luk ˈɪntuː/
- Phrasal Verb
- To investigate or try to discover the reasons for
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melt away
US /mɛlt əˈwe/
UK /melt əˈwei/
- Phrasal Verb
- To disappear gradually.
- To become gradually smaller or less.
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melt into
US /mɛlt ˈɪntu/
UK /melt ˈɪntuː/
- Phrasal Verb
- To blend or merge smoothly into something else, often losing distinctness.
- To disappear or become unnoticeable within a larger group or environment.
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more than once
US
UK
- Phrase
- On more than one occasion; repeatedly.
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move along
US /muv əˈlɔŋ/
UK /mu:v əˈlɔŋ/
- Phrasal Verb
- To make progress; advance.
- To tell someone to leave or keep moving.
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next to
US /nɛkst tu/
UK /nekst tu:/
- Preposition
- Being located along side another
- In comparison with
- Adverb
- Almost; nearly
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no matter
US
UK
- Conjunction
- Regardless of; it does not matter.
- Adverb
- Regardless of; it is not important
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nonhuman
US /ˌnɒn'hju:mən/
UK /ˌnɒn'hju:mən/
- Adjective
- Not of the human kind; aliens or animals
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of age
US /əv eɪdʒ/
UK /əv eɪdʒ/
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- Having reached the legal age of adulthood.
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of course
US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/
UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/
- Adverb
- Sure ; Certainly
- Phrase
- For sure; certainly
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on board
US /ɑn bɔrd/
UK /ɔn bɔ:d/
- Phrase
- Being on a ship, plane, or other vehicle
- Adverb
- On or in a ship, aircraft, train, or other vehicle
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on earth
US /ɑn ɚθ/
UK /ɔn ə:θ/
- Phrase
- Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
- Used to emphasize that something is not possible or will not happen.
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on the floor
US
UK
- Phrase
- Located on the ground or bottom surface of a room.
- Actively participating in dancing or other floor-based activities.
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on the ground
US
UK
- Phrase
- Located on the surface of the earth.
- Present and available in a particular place, especially to deal with a situation.
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on the horizon
US
UK
- Idiom
- About to happen; approaching.
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on the other hand
US
UK
- Phrase
- Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
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on the prowl
US /ɑn ði praʊl/
UK /ɔn ðə praʊl/
- Phrase
- Searching or hunting, often in a secretive or stealthy manner.
- Actively seeking a romantic or sexual partner.
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on the way
US /ɑn ði we/
UK /ɔn ðə wei/
- Phrase
- During the journey to a particular place.
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on watch
US /ɑn wɑtʃ/
UK /ɒn wɒtʃ/
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- Actively keeping guard or observing for something.
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out of fashion
US /aʊt ʌv ˈfæʃən/
UK /aut ɔv ˈfæʃən/
- Adjective
- No longer fashionable or in style.
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out of it
US /aʊt ʌv ɪt/
UK /aut ɔv it/
- Adjective
- Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
- Not able to think clearly or react quickly; not with it.
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out of place
US /aʊt ʌv ples/
UK /aut ɔv pleis/
- Adjective
- Not comfortable or belonging in a particular situation.
- Not in the correct or usual position; missing.
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out of step
US
UK
- Adjective
- Not moving with the same rhythm or pace as others.
- Not sharing the same opinions or ideas as others; not in accordance with current trends or thinking.
- Phrase
- Not in harmony or agreement with.
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out there
US /aʊt ðɛr/
UK /aut ðɛə/
- Adverb
- In or to a place that is far away
- Existing in the universe
- Adjective
- Unconventional; strange; avant-garde
- Existing or available.
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over and above
US
UK
- Preposition
- In addition to; more than what is expected or required.
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over to
US
UK
- Preposition
- Used to hand over to someone else to speak
- The responsibility is now yours
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pass for
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To be accepted as being another person
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pick it up
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To lift something from a surface.
- To collect something or someone.
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picking out
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To choose or select one item from many
- The action of distinguishing or recognizing something or someone from a group.
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play by ear
US /pleɪ baɪ ɪɚ/
UK /pleɪ baɪ ɪə/
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- Decide or act without planning; improvise.
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point out
US /pɔɪnt aʊt/
UK /pɔint aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To make others aware of an idea
- To draw attention to something or someone
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price in
US /praɪs ɪn/
UK /praɪs ɪn/
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- To include a particular cost or factor in a total price.
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put out
US /pʊt aʊt/
UK /put aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To publish, e.g. a book
- To cause someone to be troubled or inconvenienced
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quarrel with
US /ˈkwɔrəl wɪθ/
UK /ˈkwɒrəl wɪð/
- other
- To have an argument or disagreement with someone.
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race
US /res/
UK /reɪs/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Speed contest between people, animals or vehicles
- People who share physical features or culture
- Intransitive Verb
- To take part in a running or swimming competition
- To move or go at a very fast pace
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read off
US /rid ɔf/
UK /ri:d ɔf/
- Phrasal Verb
- To recite or announce something from a list.
- To extract or interpret data from a storage medium.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To recite something from memory.
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red hot
US /rɛd hɑt/
UK /red hɔt/
- Adjective
- Extremely hot; heated to a point of glowing red.
- Very exciting, popular, or successful.
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run with
US /rʌn wɪð/
UK /rʌn wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To take and work with an idea, plan as your own
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second nature
US /ˈsɛkənd ˈnetʃɚ/
UK /ˈsekənd ˈneitʃə/
- Noun
- A behavior that has become automatic or habitual.
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see to
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To attend to; take care of
- To make sure that something is done
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seek out
US /sik aʊt/
UK /si:k aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To look for and find someone or something, especially when it is not easy to find.
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set eyes on
US
UK
- Transitive Verb
- To see someone or something for the first time.
- To have a strong desire to obtain something.
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settle it
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To resolve a dispute or argument.
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short shrift
US /ʃɔrt ʃrɪft/
UK /ʃɔ:t ʃrɪft/
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- A brief or insufficient consideration or attention.
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shut up
US /ʃʌt ʌp/
UK /ʃʌt ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To close something, e.g. a shop
- To (cause someone to) be silent or not speak
- Interjection
- An expression of disbelief or surprise
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slip out
US /slɪp aʊt/
UK /slip aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To leave a place quietly or secretly, so that no one notices you.
- To be revealed unintentionally or accidentally.
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spaceport
US /'speɪsˌpɔ:t/
UK /'speɪspɔ:t/
- Noun
- Place where spacecraft park
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speak to
US /spik tu/
UK /spi:k tu:/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To address or communicate with someone.
- To indicate or suggest something; to be relevant to.
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spread out
US /sprɛd aʊt/
UK /spred aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To extend or stretch over a large area.
- To arrange things so that they cover a large area.
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square
US /skwɛr/
UK /skweə(r)/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Shape with 4 equal length sides and 4 equal angles
- The result of multiplying Length by the width
- Adjective
- Being fair or honest
- Multiply a number by itself e.g. 2x2 or 6x6
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start out
US /stɑrt aʊt/
UK /stɑ:t aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To begin your life or career in a particular way.
- To begin a journey.
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start up
US /stɑrt ʌp/
UK /stɑ:t ʌp/
- Countable Noun
- A newly established business.
- Phrasal Verb
- To begin or initiate something.
- To begin a new business or enterprise.
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stay away
US /ste əˈwe/
UK /stei əˈwei/
- Phrasal Verb
- To keep a distance from something or someone; to avoid approaching.
- To remain absent from a place or event.
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steal away
US /stil əˈweɪ/
UK /sti:l əˈweɪ/
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- To leave a place quietly and without being noticed.
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step down
US /stɛp daʊn/
UK /step daun/
- Phrasal Verb
- To reduce the amount of something
- To resign
- Transitive Verb
- To reduce the voltage of an electrical current.
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swear at
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To use offensive language to or about (someone).
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swear by
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To have great confidence in something; to believe that something is very effective.
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symbol of
US
UK
- Phrase
- Something that represents or stands for something else, especially an object representing an abstract idea.
- A visible sign of something intangible.
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take good care
US
UK
- Transitive Verb
- To look after someone or something well; ensure their well-being.
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take off
US /tek ɔf/
UK /teik ɔf/
- Phrasal Verb
- To remove, e.g. your clothes
- To make arrangements to be absent from work
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To remove (an item of clothing).
- To depart; to leave.
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take on
US /tek ɑn/
UK /teik ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To acquire a new characteristic
- To accept a new responsibility, role
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talk about it
US /tɔk əˈbaʊt ɪt/
UK /tɔ:k əˈbaut it/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To discuss a particular subject.
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think about
US /θɪŋk əˈbaʊt/
UK /θiŋk əˈbaut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To consider something carefully.
- To remember or call to mind.
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think of
US /θɪŋk ʌv/
UK /θiŋk ɔv/
- Phrasal Verb
- To look on as (being something specific); consider
- To consider or remember something.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To imagine or call something to mind
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think twice
US /θɪŋk twaɪs/
UK /θiŋk twais/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To consider something carefully before doing it, especially because it could have negative consequences.
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through with
US
UK
- Phrase
- Having had enough (of trouble); wanting to stop
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tie up
US /taɪ ʌp/
UK /tai ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To be occupied or engaged in something
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to do with
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To be about something; concern
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to let
US /tu lɛt/
UK /tu let/
- Preposition
- Indicates that a property is available for rent.
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to order
US
UK
- Transitive Verb
- To give an instruction or command.
- To request something to be made, supplied, or served.
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to pieces
US /tu ˈpisɪz/
UK /tu ˈpi:sɪz/
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- Broken into many small parts.
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to the bone
US /tu ði bon/
UK /tu: ðə bəun/
- Phrase
- Thoroughly; completely; to the innermost part.
- Extremely; utterly; to a great degree.
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trail behind
US /treɪl bɪˈhaɪnd/
UK /treil biˈhaind/
- other
- To follow or lag behind someone or something.
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turn in
US /tɚn ɪn/
UK /tə:n in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To produce or achieve a good performance
- To go to bed
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under arrest
US /ˈʌndɚ əˈrɛst/
UK /ˈʌndə əˈrest/
- Adjective
- Being held by the police; formally detained.
- Phrase
- In the state of being apprehended and detained by law enforcement.
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up the hill
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- Phrase
- In an upward direction on a slope or hill.
- A difficult or challenging task.
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up there
US /ʌp ðɛr/
UK /ʌp ðɛə/
- Adverb
- In or to a higher place or position; far away.
- In heaven.
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used to
US /juzd tu/
UK /ˈju:st tə/
- Adjective
- Did regularly before, but don't do now
- Auxiliary Verb
- Have done before, but do not do now
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vanish
US /ˈvænɪʃ/
UK /'vænɪʃ/
- Intransitive Verb
- To disappear in a sudden and mysterious way
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vouch for
US /vaʊtʃ fɔr/
UK /vaʊtʃ fɔ:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To assert or confirm as a truth based on one's experience or knowledge.
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wait for
US /wet fɔr/
UK /weit fɔ:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To wait until someone comes, or something happens
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wake up
US /wek ʌp/
UK /weik ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To stop sleeping
- To become fully aware and alert to a situation.
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walk away from
US /wɔk əˈwe frʌm/
UK /wɔ:k əˈwei frɔm/
- Phrasal Verb
- To leave a situation or relationship, especially when it is difficult or unpleasant.
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walk with
US /wɔk wɪð/
UK /wɔ:k wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To accompany someone while walking.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To support or stand by someone.
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want in
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- Intransitive Verb
- To desire to participate or be included in something.
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ward off
US /wɔrd ɔf/
UK /wɔ:d ɔf/
- Phrasal Verb
- To avert, deflect, or repel (something dangerous or undesirable).
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water under the bridge
US /ˈwɒtɚ ˈʌndɚ ðə ˈbrɪdʒ/
UK /ˈwɔ:tə ˈʌndə ðə ˈbrɪdʒ/
- other
- Past events that are no longer important or cause no trouble.
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whip down
US /wɪp daʊn/
UK /wɪp daʊn/
- other
- To move quickly downwards or along something.
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wink at
US /wɪŋk æt/
UK /wɪŋk æt/
- other
- To deliberately ignore or allow something wrong or improper.
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with dignity
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- Phrase
- In a manner that shows respect and seriousness.
- In a noble and honorable manner.
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with it
US /wɪð ɪt/
UK /wið it/
- Adjective
- Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- Understanding and knowledgeable about current trends or information.
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wolf
US /wʊlf/
UK /wʊlf/
- Countable Noun
- A dog-like wild animal
- Man who tries to seduce women
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To eat food very quickly
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working model
US /ˈwə:kɪŋ ˈmɑdl/
UK /ˈwɜ:kɪŋ ˈmɔdəl/
- Noun
- A prototype or scaled-down version of a device or system that demonstrates its functionality.
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younger sister
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- Countable Noun
- A female sibling born after oneself.
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zone in
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- Phrasal Verb
- To focus attention or effort completely on something.
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She took a brave step forward, leaving behind her comfort zone to chase her dreams.

Vocabulary

brave
adj. Having courage
comfort zone
phr. A familiar situation where one feels safe

Explanation

a brave step is a noun phrase, where brave is an adjective modifying the noun step, meaning "a courageous step". forward is an adverb modifying step, meaning "ahead". The whole phrase serves as the object, answering the "what" of took (verb) — she took a brave step forward.

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brave

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UK/breɪv/

adj.Brave

v.t.To bravely face

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