Vocabulary

  • as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
  • at least: As a minimum
  • at last: Finally; after a long delay.
  • as for: Concerning; regarding.
  • at home: In one's own residence or country.
  • in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
  • in town: Present or available in the local area or city.
  • set off: To start a journey
  • on to: Toward something; forward
  • as well as: Also; in addition to
  • at present: Currently; now
  • at length: In detail; fully
  • at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
  • same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
  • by no means: Certainly not; in no way.
  • in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
  • such as: For example; like
  • the following: Next in order or sequence.
  • in vain: Without success or result; futilely.
  • as such: Something previously stated or understood
  • connected with: Related to; associated with.
  • at heart: In one's real or essential nature; fundamentally.
  • in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
  • instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • a few moments: A short period of time
  • above all: Most importantly; more than anything else.
  • become of: To happen or become the result of something.
  • at any rate: Whatever happens; in any case; anyway.
  • at once: Immediately; without delay
  • pass away: A polite way of saying 'to die'
  • care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
  • used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
  • meet with: To have a meeting with someone in order to discuss something.
  • think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
  • account of: A spoken or written description of an event.
  • in terms of
  • at ease
  • for the better: Resulting in improvement; to a more favorable condition.
  • on the contrary: In contrast; from the opposite standpoint
  • wait on: To serve customers in a restaurant, shop, etc.
  • after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
  • speak of: To mention someone or something in conversation.
  • in love with: Feeling romantic love for someone.
  • join in
  • as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
  • to this effect: In words that have this meaning or result.
  • as follows: Used to introduce a list or explanation.
  • pass through: To experience something, often unpleasant or difficult.
  • in a manner: In a specific way or style.
  • on sunday: Every Sunday; each Sunday.
  • in comparison: When compared to something else.
  • except that: But; with the exception that.
  • on the road: Traveling, especially as part of a tour or journey.
  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • at table: Seated at a table, especially for a meal.
  • in debt: State of owing money to a person or institution
  • without knowing: Unaware; without being conscious of something.
  • in addition to: Besides; as well as
  • on the point of: About to do something very soon.
  • come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
  • no fear: Showing confidence or bravery; not afraid.
  • run down: To be in a bad condition
  • stay in: To remain inside one's home.
  • to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
  • cast down: Depressed; disheartened.
  • ward off: To avert, deflect, or repel (something dangerous or undesirable).
  • for the rest: Concerning the remaining people or things.
  • for the last time: Used to emphasize that something is said or done finally or repeatedly.
  • in company with: Accompanied or together with others.
  • in a state: In a particular condition or situation.
  • shaking off: To free yourself of something, e.g. fear or a cold
  • set out: To arrange something in an orderly fashion
  • arising from: Originating from; being caused by.
  • for the present: For now; temporarily or at this time.
  • little else: Almost nothing more; very few other things.
  • leave off: To stop doing something.
  • made public: To reveal or announce something to everyone.
  • without tears: Without difficulty or emotional distress; easily.
  • give up: To lose hope or admit defeat
  • appear at: To be present in a specific place or event.
  • in every way: In all manners or respects; completely.
  • in pursuit: Following or chasing someone or something, typically to catch them.
  • out of it: Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
  • at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
  • on the whole: Considering everything; generally.
  • inquire of: To ask a person for information.
  • turned out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
  • ever since: Continuously from a past time until now.
  • grow up: To develop from a child into an adult
  • over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
  • across the hall: In a position on the opposite side of a hallway.
  • speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
  • inquire after: To ask about someone's health or wellbeing.
  • account for: To explain the cause or reason for something
  • at the moment: At this time; now
  • in character: Behaving as the character one is portraying; consistent with the character's personality.
  • allow me: A polite way of offering to do something for someone.
  • side with: To support one person or group against another in a disagreement.
  • of interest: Relevant or important to someone or something.
  • set up
  • lead to: To result in some action
  • deal to: To give or inflict something, often harm or punishment.
  • with respect to: In relation to; regarding.
  • lift up: To raise something to a higher position.
  • out of the common: Unusual or not typical; special or extraordinary.
  • improve on: To make something better than it was before.
  • have to: Must do
  • answer for: Be responsible for and explain one's actions.
  • long for: To have a strong desire or yearning for something.
  • rely upon: To depend on someone or something; to trust or have confidence in.
  • go after: To chase or pursue something
  • burst into: To enter a place suddenly and forcefully.
  • younger sister: A female sibling born after oneself.
  • in half: Divided into two equal parts.
  • as long as: For the period that; provided that.
  • glance over: To read something quickly and not carefully.
  • see to: To attend to; take care of
  • go on: To continue doing something
  • in the first place: To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
  • throw on: To put on clothing quickly and carelessly.
  • do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
  • other than: Except for; apart from.
  • think on: To consider something carefully before making a decision.
  • dispose of: To get rid of something, especially by throwing it away.
  • at liberty: Free or not confined; allowed to go free.
  • go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
  • give over: To give all your energies to; devote
  • wait for: To wait until someone comes, or something happens
  • by night: During the night; not during the day.
  • in the absence of: When someone or something is not present or available.
  • on the table: Located on the surface of a table.
  • pour into: To transfer a liquid or substance into a container.
  • in order to: For the purpose of; with the aim of.
  • drink to: To raise a glass to honor or celebrate someone or something.
  • the whole story: The complete and unabridged account of something.
  • in hysterics: Laughing or crying uncontrollably.
  • right for: Suitable or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation.
  • in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
  • of any use: Indicating whether something is helpful or useful.
  • at a distance: Far away; not close.
  • set down
  • going on: To continue doing something
  • in all probability: Almost certainly; very likely to happen.
  • found out: To learn or discover something, often after some effort.
  • on second thoughts: After reconsidering; changing one's mind.
  • throw off: To put out (heat, smell etc.); emit
  • deal in: To buy and sell a particular product or products.
  • come from: To have as your native country or city
  • have at: To attack someone or something.
  • stand up with: To support or defend someone or something.
  • out of doors: Outside, in the open air.
  • come for: To arrive to collect someone or something.
  • per annum: By the year; each year
  • enter into: To begin or become involved in something, such as an agreement or activity.
  • settle on: To decide definitely to do or have something.
  • give directions: To provide multiple instructions or a detailed route to a destination.
  • as anything: Used to emphasize intensity or degree of a quality or action.
  • heaven forbid: Used to express a strong wish that something does not happen.
  • in all likelihood: Very probably; almost certainly.
  • as you please: Used to indicate freedom of choice or preference.
  • burst forth: To suddenly emerge or appear in a forceful way.
  • call on: To order or ask someone to do a specific activity
  • at best: Under the most optimistic or favorable circumstances; the most that can be hoped for.
  • of age: Having reached the legal age of adulthood.
  • with regard to: Concerning; in relation to.
  • on paper: In theory or as a plan, but not necessarily in reality.
  • trouble in: Problems or difficulties existing within a specific place or situation.
  • come upon: To accidentally find; discover something
  • talk on: To talk at length about a particular subject.
  • without which: Used to indicate something that is essential or necessary for something else to exist or happen.
  • reflect on: To think deeply or carefully about something.
  • on the spot: Immediately; at that location.
  • hear of: To know about someone or something because you have been told about them
  • with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
  • request for: A formal application or appeal for something.
  • for the sake of: For the purpose of; in the interest of.
  • family: Close group of people or organizations
  • letter: One of the 26 parts of the English alphabet
  • ill: Not well or sick
  • cry: To sound an animal may make to call its family
  • brother: A boy or man who shares a parent with you
  • dear: Loved or valued very much
  • aunt: Sister of your parent or the wife of your uncle
  • father: A male parent
  • colonel: Person with senior rank in an army or air force
  • sister: Female you share a parent with
  • elizabeth: Daughter of George VI who became the Queen of England and Northern Ireland in on the death of her father (-)
  • kitty: Amount of money a group of people share
  • uncle: Brother of a parent or the husband of your aunt
  • bingley: A surname or given name, often of English origin.
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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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    • account for

      US /əˈkaʊnt fɔr/

      UK /əˈkaunt fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To explain the cause or reason for something
      • To form a particular amount or part of something.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To supply a reason or explanation for something.
      • To form a particular amount or proportion of something.
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    • account of

      US /əˈkaʊnt ʌv/

      UK /əˈkaunt ɔv/

      • Noun
      • A spoken or written description of an event.
      • Preposition
      • Because of; for the reason of.
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    • across the hall

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      • Phrase
      • In a position on the opposite side of a hallway.
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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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    • allow me

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      • Phrase
      • A polite way of offering to do something for someone.
      • A formal way to ask for permission or to introduce oneself.
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    • answer for

      US /ˈænsɚ fər/

      UK /ˈɑ:nsə fə/

      • other
      • Be responsible for and explain one's actions.
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    • appear at

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be present in a specific place or event.
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    • arising from

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • Originating from; being caused by.
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    • as anything

      US /əz ˈɛnɪθɪŋ/

      UK /əz ˈeniθɪŋ/

      • other
      • Used to emphasize intensity or degree of a quality or action.
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    • as follows

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Used to introduce a list or explanation.
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    • as for

      US /æz fɔr/

      UK /æz fɔ:/

      • Preposition
      • Concerning; regarding.
      • Phrase
      • Used to introduce a new topic or aspect of a subject.
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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 one

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      UK

      • Adverb
      • Acting or moving together at the same time.
      • In complete agreement or unity.
      • Phrase
      • With a single voice or opinion; unanimously.
      • In perfect harmony or unison.
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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 such

      US /æz sʌtʃ/

      UK /æz sʌtʃ/

      • Pronoun
      • Something previously stated or understood
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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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    • as you please

      US /əz ju pliz/

      UK /əz juː pli:z/

      • other
      • Used to indicate freedom of choice or preference.
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    • at a distance

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Far away; not close.
      • Emotionally detached; not intimate.
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    • at any rate

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      • Phrase
      • Whatever happens; in any case; anyway.
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    • at best

      US /æt bɛst/

      UK /æt best/

      • Phrase
      • Under the most optimistic or favorable circumstances; the most that can be hoped for.
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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 heart

      US /æt hɑrt/

      UK /æt hɑ:t/

      • Phrase
      • In one's real or essential nature; fundamentally.
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    • at home

      US /æt hom/

      UK /æt həum/

      • Phrase
      • In one's own residence or country.
      • Adjective
      • Feeling comfortable and relaxed.
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    • at last

      US /æt læst/

      UK /æt lɑ:st/

      • Adverb
      • Finally; after a long delay.
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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 length

      US /æt lɛŋkθ/

      UK /æt leŋθ/

      • Adverb
      • In detail; fully
      • Phrase
      • After a long time; eventually
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    • at liberty

      US /ˌæt ˈlɪbərti/

      UK /ˌæt ˈlɪbəti/

      • other
      • Free or not confined; allowed to go free.
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    • at night

      US /æt naɪt/

      UK /æt nait/

      • Phrase
      • During the night; in the nighttime.
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    • at once

      US /æt wʌns/

      UK /æt wʌns/

      • Adverb
      • Immediately; without delay
      • At the same time; simultaneously
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    • at present

      US /æt ˈprɛznt/

      UK /æt ˈprezənt/

      • Phrase
      • Currently; now
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    • at table

      US /æt ˈteɪbəl/

      UK /æt ˈteibl/

      • other
      • Seated at a table, especially for a meal.
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    • at the moment

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      UK

      • Adverb
      • At this time; now
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    • at the same time

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
      • Nevertheless; however; used to introduce a contrasting or qualifying statement.
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    • aunt

      US /ænt/

      UK /ɑ:nt/

      • Countable Noun
      • Sister of your parent or the wife of your uncle
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    • become of

      US /bɪˈkʌm ʌv/

      UK /bɪˈkʌm əv/

      • other
      • To happen or become the result of something.
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    • burst forth

      US /bɚst fɔrθ/

      UK /bə:st fɔ:θ/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To suddenly emerge or appear in a forceful way.
      • To express something suddenly and strongly.
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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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    • by night

      US /baɪ naɪt/

      UK /bai nait/

      • Phrase
      • During the night; not during the day.
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    • by no means

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Certainly not; in no way.
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    • call on

      US /kɔl ɑn/

      UK /kɔ:l ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To order or ask someone to do a specific activity
      • To visit someone
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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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    • cast down

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      UK

      • Adjective
      • Depressed; disheartened.
      • Transitive Verb
      • To lower or direct downward (eyes, gaze, etc.).
      • To overthrow or defeat.
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    • colonel

      US /ˈkɜ:rnl/

      UK /ˈkɜ:nl/

      • Noun
      • Person with senior rank in an army or air force
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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 upon

      US /kʌm əˈpɑn/

      UK /kʌm əˈpɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To accidentally find; discover something
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    • connected with

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Related to; associated with.
      • Involved with; having a relationship with.
      • Phrasal Verb
      • Was associated or linked to someone or something.
      • Felt understanding or empathy with someone or something.
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    • deal in

      US /dil ɪn/

      UK /di:l in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To buy and sell a particular product or products.
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    • deal to

      US /dil tə/

      UK /di:l tə/

      • other
      • To give or inflict something, often harm or punishment.
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    • dispose of

      US /dɪˈspoz ʌv/

      UK /disˈpəuz ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To get rid of something, especially by throwing it away.
      • To deal with something quickly and effectively.
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    • do in

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make completely tired out and exhausted
      • To destroy or cause damage to someone
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    • drink to

      US /drɪŋk tə/

      UK /drɪŋk tə/

      • other
      • To raise a glass to honor or celebrate someone or something.
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    • enter into

      US /ˈɛntɚ ˈɪntu/

      UK /ˈentə ˈɪntuː/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To begin or become involved in something, such as an agreement or activity.
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    • ever since

      US /ˈɛvɚ sɪns/

      UK /ˈevə sins/

      • Adverb
      • Continuously from a past time until now.
      • Conjunction
      • From the time that; because.
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    • except that

      US /ɪkˈsɛpt ðæt/

      UK /ikˈsept ðæt/

      • Conjunction
      • But; with the exception that.
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    • for the better

      US /fɔr ði ˈbɛtɚ/

      UK /fɔ: ðə ˈbetə/

      • Phrase
      • Resulting in improvement; to a more favorable condition.
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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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    • for the present

      US /fɚ ðə ˈprɛzənt/

      UK /fə ðə ˈprezənt/

      • other
      • For now; temporarily or at this time.
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    • for the rest

      US /fɔr ði rɛst/

      UK /fɔ: ðə rest/

      • Phrase
      • Concerning the remaining people or things.
      • During the remaining part of a period of time.
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    • for the sake of

      US /fɔr ði sek ʌv/

      UK /fɔ: ðə seik ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • For the purpose of; in the interest of.
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    • found out

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To learn or discover something, often after some effort.
      • To become known; be revealed.
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    • give directions

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      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To provide multiple instructions or a detailed route to a destination.
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    • give over

      US /ɡɪv ˈovɚ/

      UK /ɡiv ˈəuvə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To give all your energies to; devote
      • To allow someone else to win a disagreement
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    • give up

      US /ɡɪv ʌp/

      UK /ɡiv ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To lose hope or admit defeat
      • To decide to not start to try solving a problem
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    • glance over

      US /ɡlæns ˈovɚ/

      UK /ɡlɑ:ns ˈəuvə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To read something quickly and not carefully.
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    • go after

      US /ɡo ˈæftɚ/

      UK /ɡəu ˈɑ:ftə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To chase or pursue something
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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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    • grow up

      US /ɡro ʌp/

      UK /ɡrəu ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To develop from a child into an adult
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    • have at

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To attack someone or something.
      • To begin doing something with enthusiasm.
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    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
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    • hear of

      US /hɪr ʌv/

      UK /hiə ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To know about someone or something because you have been told about them
      A1
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    • heaven forbid

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Used to express a strong wish that something does not happen.
      • An expression of fear or concern that something bad might happen.
      More
    • ill

      US /ɪl/

      UK /ɪl/

      • Adjective
      • Not well or sick
      • Uncountable Noun
      • Sickness or problem; bad conditions
      • Something that is bad or harmful.
      A2TOEIC
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    • improve on

      US /ɪmˈpruv ɑn/

      UK /imˈpru:v ɒn/

      • other
      • To make something better than it was before.
      B1
      More
    • in a manner

      US /ɪn e ˈmænɚ/

      UK /in ə ˈmænə/

      • Phrase
      • In a specific way or style.
      B2
      More
    • in a state

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In a particular condition or situation.
      • In an emotional condition, often negative (e.g., panic, distress).
      B2
      More
    • in addition to

      US /ɪn əˈdɪʃən tu/

      UK /in əˈdiʃən tu:/

      • Preposition
      • Besides; as well as
      • Phrase
      • Besides; as well as.
      • Furthermore; moreover.
      B1
      More
    • in all likelihood

      US /ɪn ɔl ˈlaɪkliˌhʊd/

      UK /in ɔ:l ˈlaiklihud/

      • Phrase
      • Very probably; almost certainly.
      A1
      More
    • in all probability

      US /ɪn ɔl prɑbəˈbɪləti/

      UK /ɪn ɔ:l prɒbəˈbɪləti/

      • other
      • Almost certainly; very likely to happen.
      B2
      More
    • in character

      US /ɪn ˈkærəktɚ/

      UK /in ˈkæriktə/

      • Adjective
      • Behaving as the character one is portraying; consistent with the character's personality.
      • Phrase
      • Consistent with one's typical behavior or personality.
      B1
      More
    • in company with

      US /ɪn ˈkʌmpəni wɪð/

      UK /in ˈkʌmpəni wɪð/

      • other
      • Accompanied or together with others.
      B2
      More
    • in comparison

      US /ɪn kəmˈpærɪsən/

      UK /in kəmˈpærisən/

      • Adverb
      • When compared to something else.
      • Phrase
      • When compared to something else.
      • When considering the differences between two or more things.
      A1
      More
    • in debt

      US /ɪn dɛt/

      UK /in det/

      • Phrase
      • State of owing money to a person or institution
      • Adjective
      • Owing money.
      A2
      More
    • in every way

      US /ɪn ˈɛvri we/

      UK /in ˈevri wei/

      • Phrase
      • In all manners or respects; completely.
      A1
      More
    • in general

      US /ɪn ˈdʒɛnərəl/

      UK /in ˈdʒenərəl/

      • Phrase
      • Typically; usually; on the whole.
      • Not specific or detailed; broadly.
      • Adjective
      • Not detailed or specific; overall.
      C2
      More
    • in half

      US /ɪn hæf/

      UK /in hɑ:f/

      • Adverb
      • Divided into two equal parts.
      • Partially; to some extent.
      A1
      More
    • in hysterics

      US /ɪn hɪˈstɛrɪks/

      UK /ɪn hɪˈsteriks/

      • other
      • Laughing or crying uncontrollably.
      B2
      More
    • in love with

      US //ɪn lʌv wɪð//

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Feeling romantic love for someone.
      • Extremely enthusiastic about or fond of something.
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • in order to

      US /ɪn ˈɔrdɚ tu/

      UK /in ˈɔ:də tu:/

      • Preposition
      • For the purpose of; with the aim of.
      • Phrase
      • In a specific sequence or arrangement.
      • With the aim of; for the purpose of.
      C1
      More
    • in pursuit

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Following or chasing someone or something, typically to catch them.
      • Trying to achieve something, often a goal or ambition.
      C2
      More
    • in terms of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • With regard to; concerning a particular aspect.
      A1
      More
    • in the absence of

      US /ɪn ði ˈæbsəns əv/

      UK /ɪn ði ˈæbsəns əv/

      • other
      • When someone or something is not present or available.
      B1
      More
    • in the first place

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
      • From the beginning; initially.
      A1
      More
    • in the world

      US /ɪn ði wɜrld/

      UK /in ðə wɜː(r)ld/

      • Phrase
      • Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
      • Used to indicate the extent or degree of something, often in a superlative sense.
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • in town

      US /ɪn taʊn/

      UK /in taun/

      • Phrase
      • Present or available in the local area or city.
      • Available or present in a particular place.
      A1
      More
    • in vain

      US /ɪn ven/

      UK /in vein/

      • Phrase
      • Without success or result; futilely.
      C1
      More
    • inquire after

      US /ɪnˈkwaɪɚ ˈæftɚ/

      UK /ɪnˈkwaɪə ˈɑ:ftə/

      • other
      • To ask about someone's health or wellbeing.
      C1
      More
    • inquire of

      US /ɪnˈkwaɪɚ ʌv/

      UK /ɪnˈkwaɪə ɒv/

      • other
      • To ask a person for information.
      C1
      More
    • instead of

      US /ɪnˈstɛd ʌv/

      UK /inˈsted ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • When one thing is replaced by another
      • Adverb
      • As a substitute or alternative.
      A1
      More
    • join in

      US /dʒɔɪn ɪn/

      UK /dʒɔin in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      A1
      More
    • kitty

      US /ˈkɪti/

      UK /'kɪtɪ/

      • Countable Noun
      • Amount of money a group of people share
      • Money contributed for expenses by group of people
      • Proper Noun
      • Person's name
      B2
      More
    • lead to

      US /lid tu/

      UK /li:d tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To result in some action
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To have something as a consequence or result.
      A1
      More
    • leave off

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To stop doing something.
      • To omit or exclude something.
      A2
      More
    • lift up

      US /lɪft ʌp/

      UK /lift ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To raise something to a higher position.
      • To improve someone's mood or spirits; to encourage.
      More
    • little else

      US

      UK

      • Pronoun
      • Almost nothing more; very few other things.
      • Phrase
      • Almost nothing else is important.
      • Almost no other options or possibilities.
      A1
      More
    • long for

      US /lɔŋ fɔr/

      UK /lɔŋ fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have a strong desire or yearning for something.
      A1
      More
    • 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
      A1
      More
    • made public

      US

      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To reveal or announce something to everyone.
      A1
      More
    • meet with

      US /mit wɪð/

      UK /mi:t wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have a meeting with someone in order to discuss something.
      • To encounter or experience something, often something negative.
      More
    • no fear

      US /no fɪɚ/

      UK /nəʊ fɪə/

      • other
      • Showing confidence or bravery; not afraid.
      B1
      More
    • of age

      US /əv eɪdʒ/

      UK /əv eɪdʒ/

      • other
      • Having reached the legal age of adulthood.
      A2
      More
    • of any use

      US /əv ˈɛni jus/

      UK /əv ˈeni ju:s/

      • other
      • Indicating whether something is helpful or useful.
      A2
      More
    • of course

      US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/

      UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/

      • Adverb
      • Sure ; Certainly
      • Phrase
      • For sure; certainly
      A2
      More
    • of interest

      US /əv ˈɪntrɪst/

      UK /əv ˈɪntrəst/

      • other
      • Relevant or important to someone or something.
      B2
      More
    • on paper

      US /ɑn ˈpeɪpər/

      UK /ɔn ˈpeipə/

      • Phrase
      • In theory or as a plan, but not necessarily in reality.
      • Recorded in writing; documented.
      A1
      More
    • on second thoughts

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • After reconsidering; changing one's mind.
      A1
      More
    • on sunday

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Every Sunday; each Sunday.
      • Referring to a particular Sunday.
      A1
      More
    • on the contrary

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In contrast; from the opposite standpoint
      B1
      More
    • on the point of

      US /ɑn ðə ˈpɔɪnt ʌv/

      UK /ɒn ðə ˈpɔɪnt ɒv/

      • other
      • About to do something very soon.
      B2
      More
    • on the road

      US /ɑn ði rəʊd/

      UK /ɔn ðə roʊd/

      • Phrase
      • Traveling, especially as part of a tour or journey.
      • Making progress; advancing towards a goal.
      • Idiom
      • Making progress towards a goal or achievement.
      A1
      More
    • on the spot

      US /ɑn ði spɑt/

      UK /ɔn ðə spɔt/

      • Phrase
      • Immediately; at that location.
      • Present and ready for action or responsibility.
      A1
      More
    • on the table

      US /ɑn ði ˈtebəl/

      UK /ɔn ðə ˈteibl/

      • Phrase
      • Located on the surface of a table.
      • Available for consideration or discussion.
      A1
      More
    • on the whole

      US /ɑn ði hol/

      UK /ɔn ðə həul/

      • Phrase
      • Considering everything; generally.
      • In summary; taking everything into consideration.
      A1
      More
    • on to

      US /ɑn tu/

      UK /ɔn tu:/

      • Preposition
      • Toward something; forward
      • Aware of someone's activities.
      • Adjective
      • Aware of someone's deception or illegal activities.
      A1
      More
    • other than

      US

      UK

      • Preposition
      • Except for; apart from.
      • Conjunction
      • Different from.
      A1
      More
    • out of doors

      US /aʊt əv dɔɚz/

      UK /aʊt əv dɔ:z/

      • other
      • Outside, in the open air.
      B1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • out of the common

      US /aʊt əv ðə ˈkɑmən/

      UK /aut əv ðə ˈkɒmən/

      • other
      • Unusual or not typical; special or extraordinary.
      C2
      More
    • over to

      US

      UK

      • Preposition
      • Used to hand over to someone else to speak
      • The responsibility is now yours
      More
    • pass away

      US /pæs əˈwe/

      UK /pɑ:s əˈwei/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • A polite way of saying 'to die'
      A1
      More
    • pass through

      US /pæs θru/

      UK /pɑ:s θru:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To experience something, often unpleasant or difficult.
      • To go through something; to move from one side to the other of something.
      A2
      More
    • per annum

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • By the year; each year
      B1
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    • pour into

      US /pɔr ˈɪntu/

      UK /pɔ: ˈɪntuː/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To transfer a liquid or substance into a container.
      • To invest a large amount of money or resources into something.
      B1
      More
    • reflect on

      US /rɪˈflɛkt ɑn/

      UK /riˈflekt ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To think deeply or carefully about something.
      B2
      More
    • rely upon

      US /rɪˈlaɪ əˈpɑn/

      UK /riˈlai əˈpɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To depend on someone or something; to trust or have confidence in.
      B1
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    • request for

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • A formal application or appeal for something.
      • A solicitation or appeal for assistance, support, or contributions.
      A1
      More
    • right for

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Suitable or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation.
      • Correct or most appropriate.
      A1
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    • run down

      US /rʌn daʊn/

      UK /rʌn daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be in a bad condition
      • To stop because of lack of power, e.g. a battery
      A1
      More
    • same time

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
      • At the identical time as before; recurring at a fixed hour.
      • Noun
      • An equal duration or period.
      A1
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    • see to

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To attend to; take care of
      • To make sure that something is done
      A1
      More
    • set down

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To place something down on a table, etc.
      A1
      More
    • set off

      US /sɛt ɔf/

      UK /set ɒf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To start a journey
      • To cause something to explode or start working.
      • Transitive Verb
      • To cause to explode.
      A1
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    • set out

      US /sɛt aʊt/

      UK /set aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrange something in an orderly fashion
      • To give in detail in writing
      A1
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    • set up

      US /sɛt ʌp/

      UK /set ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make arrangements for something; establish
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To arrange or prepare something for use.
      • To start a business, organization, etc.
      A1
      More
    • settle on

      US /ˈsɛtl ɑn/

      UK /ˈsetl ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To decide definitely to do or have something.
      B2
      More
    • shaking off

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To free yourself of something, e.g. fear or a cold
      • To get rid of something unwanted.
      A2
      More
    • side with

      US /saɪd wɪð/

      UK /said wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To support one person or group against another in a disagreement.
      A2
      More
    • speak of

      US /spik ʌv/

      UK /spi:k ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To mention someone or something in conversation.
      B1
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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.
      A1
      More
    • stand up with

      US /stænd ʌp wɪð/

      UK /stænd ʌp wɪð/

      • other
      • To support or defend someone or something.
      B2
      More
    • stay in

      US /ste ɪn/

      UK /stei in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To remain inside one's home.
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To remain as an inpatient in a hospital.
      More
    • such as

      US /sʌtʃ æz/

      UK /sʌtʃ æz/

      • Preposition
      • For example; like
      A1
      More
    • talk on

      US /tɔk ɑn/

      UK /tɔ:k ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To talk at length about a particular subject.
      • To scold or lecture someone at length.
      A1
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    • the following

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Next in order or sequence.
      • Uncountable Noun
      • What is about to be said or written.
      B1
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    • the whole story

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • The complete and unabridged account of something.
      • The complete truth about a situation, including all the details.
      A2
      More
    • 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
      A1
      More
    • think on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To consider something carefully before making a decision.
      A1
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    • throw off

      US /θro ɔf/

      UK /θrəu ɔf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To put out (heat, smell etc.); emit
      • To escape from something or someone
      A1
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    • throw on

      US /θro ɑn/

      UK /θrəu ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To put on clothing quickly and carelessly.
      A2
      More
    • to let

      US /tu lɛt/

      UK /tu let/

      • Preposition
      • Indicates that a property is available for rent.
      A2
      More
    • to this effect

      US /tu ðɪs ɪˈfɛkt/

      UK /tə ðɪs iˈfekt/

      • other
      • In words that have this meaning or result.
      B2
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    • trouble in

      US

      UK

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Problems or difficulties existing within a specific place or situation.
      • Difficulties or discord within a relationship.
      B1
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    • turned out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrive for a public event or entertainment
      • To happen to be in the end
      • Transitive Verb
      • To extinguish or switch off lights.
      A1
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    • uncle

      US /ˈʌŋkəl/

      UK /'ʌŋkl/

      • Countable Noun
      • Brother of a parent or the husband of your aunt
      A2
      More
    • 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
      A1
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    • wait for

      US /wet fɔr/

      UK /weit fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To wait until someone comes, or something happens
      A1
      More
    • wait on

      US /wet ɑn/

      UK /weit ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To serve customers in a restaurant, shop, etc.
      A1
      More
    • ward off

      US /wɔrd ɔf/

      UK /wɔ:d ɔf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To avert, deflect, or repel (something dangerous or undesirable).
      A2
      More
    • with it

      US /wɪð ɪt/

      UK /wið it/

      • Adjective
      • Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
      • Understanding and knowledgeable about current trends or information.
      A1
      More
    • with regard to

      US /wɪð rɪˈɡɑrd tu/

      UK /wið riˈɡɑ:d tu:/

      • Phrase
      • Concerning; in relation to.
      A1
      More
    • with respect to

      US /wɪð rɪˈspɛkt tu/

      UK /wið risˈpekt tu:/

      • Preposition
      • In relation to; regarding.
      • Phrase
      • In relation to; concerning.
      A1
      More
    • without knowing

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Unaware; without being conscious of something.
      • Unintentionally; without meaning to do something.
      More
    • without tears

      US /wɪˈðaʊt tɪrz/

      UK /wɪˈðaʊt tɪəz/

      • other
      • Without difficulty or emotional distress; easily.
      B1
      More
    • without which

      US

      UK

      • Conjunction
      • Used to indicate something that is essential or necessary for something else to exist or happen.
      • Phrase
      • Lacking the necessary element or condition.
      A2
      More
    • younger sister

      US

      UK

      • Countable Noun
      • A female sibling born after oneself.
      A1
      More
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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

    US/brev/
    UK/breɪv/
    adj.Brave
    v.t.To bravely face
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    Part 4 - Pride and Prejudice Audiobook by Jane Austen (Chs 41-50)

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    Get ready for some drama in Meryton! This part of Pride and Prejudice dives into the Bennet sisters' reactions to the regiment's departure, especially Lydia's impulsive trip to Brighton. You'll hear plenty of expressive language as the family navigates social expectations and personal desires.

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