Vocabulary

  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
  • at present: Currently; now
  • such as: For example; like
  • account of: A spoken or written description of an event.
  • have to: Must do
  • in the house: Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
  • make of: To understand or have an opinion about something
  • back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
  • think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
  • at the corner: Situated where two streets or edges meet at an angle.
  • on the contrary: In contrast; from the opposite standpoint
  • on end: Continuously; without stopping.
  • on to: Toward something; forward
  • from time to time: Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
  • for example: As an illustration or instance.
  • call upon: To make demands on; order/require from someone
  • instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
  • sit down: To take a seat
  • at once: Immediately; without delay
  • to do with: To be about something; concern
  • look into: To investigate or try to discover the reasons for
  • to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
  • of interest: Relevant or important to someone or something.
  • in the least: Not at all; to the smallest degree.
  • at home: In one's own residence or country.
  • round to: To visit someone's place informally, usually briefly.
  • rely on: To depend on someone or something
  • over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
  • in need: Not having the necessary things, such as food
  • in the dark: Uninformed about something; unaware.
  • used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
  • of late: Recently; lately.
  • as a rule: Generally; usually
  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • come for: To arrive to collect someone or something.
  • out of the way: Remote; isolated.
  • as well as: Also; in addition to
  • at least: As a minimum
  • in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
  • rise up: To attempt to defeat government or ruler
  • at work: Located at one's place of employment
  • in part: To some extent; partially.
  • in practice: In reality or actual use; as opposed to in theory.
  • home in: Move or direct toward a specific target or goal.
  • on the inside: Having a position of authority or influence within an organization or system.
  • inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
  • in order to: For the purpose of; with the aim of.
  • ease with: To make something less painful, difficult, or troubling; to comfort or relieve.
  • lying open: In an unclosed or unfolded state; readily accessible or visible.
  • out of the window: To be discarded or no longer applicable or relevant.
  • hand over: To give into the possession or control of another
  • setting down: To place something down on a table, etc.
  • rather than: More exactly; more correctly
  • stay in: To remain inside one's home.
  • for the present: For now; temporarily or at this time.
  • on the table: Located on the surface of a table.
  • clock in: To record the time of one's arrival at work, typically using a time clock.
  • on hand: Present and available; in attendance.
  • apart from: Except for; not considering
  • enter into: To begin or become involved in something, such as an agreement or activity.
  • of old: From a long time ago; in the past.
  • lie back: To rest in a reclining position on one's back.
  • out of work
  • from the top: From the beginning.
  • to a man: Every single person involved without exception.
  • think over: To consider a problem or issue carefully
  • factor in: To include something as an important element when making a decision or calculation.
  • work at: To have a job at a particular place or organization.
  • at the moment: At this time; now
  • run for it: To escape quickly from danger or unwanted situation.
  • in the wind: Something likely to happen or be revealed soon.
  • in memory of: To honor or commemorate someone who has died.
  • drive out: To force someone or something to leave a place or situation.
  • on the scene: Present at a location, especially where something has happened.
  • drive at: To imply or suggest something indirectly.
  • join in
  • end in: To have something as the final result.
  • at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
  • same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
  • number of people: The total count of individuals within a group or gathering.
  • in a corner: In a situation where one is trapped or pressured with few options.
  • down with: Suffering from an illness.
  • bear upon: To have an influence or effect on something.
  • to the letter: Following instructions or rules exactly; precisely.
  • carry out
  • in the hope of: With the expectation or desire for something to happen.
  • attend to: To deal with; take care of; pay attention to.
  • lie in: To stay in bed later than usual in the morning.
  • draw back: To move backward, e.g. in horror or fear
  • like a man: To act bravely or responsibly.
  • on fire: Very successful or popular
  • more than once: On more than one occasion; repeatedly.
  • of use: Having practical value; useful or helpful.
  • wait for: To wait until someone comes, or something happens
  • come from: To have as your native country or city
  • at midnight: At twelve o'clock at night; the middle of the night.
  • against you: In opposition to you.
  • in peace: In a state of tranquility, without disturbance or conflict.
  • take in: To allow to enter; receive as a guest
  • in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
  • set off: To start a journey
  • come at: To approach someone to attack them
  • very much so: To a great extent; indeed
  • down under: A colloquial term for Australia and New Zealand.
  • breaks down: To forcibly break, destroy or make collapse
  • come round: To visit someone or some place for a short time
  • with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
  • as follows: Used to introduce a list or explanation.
  • in red: Marked or written using the colour red.
  • on account of: Because of.
  • on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
  • in person: Physically present; not by proxy or remotely.
  • read over: To review or examine something carefully.
  • hard to say: Difficult to know or predict; uncertain.
  • fall for: To be deceived or tricked by someone
  • on the whole: Considering everything; generally.
  • roof over: A place to live; shelter or housing.
  • step into: To enter a place or situation.
  • going on: To continue doing something
  • in the hands of: Under the control or responsibility of someone.
  • for the sake of: For the purpose of; in the interest of.
  • much about: A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
  • hear of: To know about someone or something because you have been told about them
  • little man: A man of short stature.
  • as for: Concerning; regarding.
  • in favor of: Expressing support or approval for someone or something.
  • look after: To take care of someone or something
  • see to: To attend to; take care of
  • copy out: To write something exactly as it is written elsewhere.
  • set out: To arrange something in an orderly fashion
  • by degrees: Gradually; little by little.
  • for an instant: For a very short period of time; momentarily.
  • get on to: To decide to do something you have delayed doing
  • no later than: At or before a specified time; by a particular deadline.
  • read for: To read aloud on behalf of someone else.
  • burst out: To suddenly express an emotion or sound.
  • for the world: Used to emphasize something would never happen.
  • on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
  • become of: To happen or become the result of something.
  • got to: To arrive at some place
  • at first sight: Immediately on seeing someone or something for the first time; based on a first impression.
  • find out about: To look for information to learn about it
  • clear up: To tidy things away, e.g. dirty dishes after meal
  • in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
  • answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
  • in answer to: As a response to something.
  • of yours: Belonging to you; your possession or property.
  • speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
  • pipe down: To be quiet; stop talking or making noise.
  • on the way: During the journey to a particular place.
  • come along: To go with someone who takes the lead
  • deal in: To buy and sell a particular product or products.
  • in order that: With the purpose or intention that.
  • for days: For a long period of time; lasting several days.
  • come upon: To accidentally find; discover something
  • hunt down: To search for someone or something until you find them, often after a long time or over a large area.
  • from home: Working or operating from one's residence.
  • set eyes on: To see someone or something for the first time.
  • lay back: To recline or lie down in a relaxed manner.
  • have at: To attack someone or something.
  • come to a head: A difficult situation reaches a critical or decisive point.
  • in the meantime: During the time between two events; meanwhile.
  • stand behind: To support or defend someone or something.
  • at a moment's notice: With very little warning or time before something happens.
  • look over: To check something to see it works well; inspect
  • for a minute: For a short period of time; briefly.
  • over the edge: In a state of emotional or mental breakdown; beyond the limits of what one can handle.
  • hand on: To pass or transfer something physically to someone else.
  • swing for: To be punished, often by death, for a crime committed.
  • bow to: To bend the head or body as a sign of respect or greeting.
  • from the first: From the very beginning.
  • out of the question: Impossible; not worth discussing.
  • account for: To explain the cause or reason for something
  • deal with
  • in other words: Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
  • head: To hit a ball with your head in a game
  • business: A company formed for making profit
  • hear: To be aware of sound; to perceive with the ear
  • answer: To reply to a question someone asks
  • street: Road in a city with buildings and places to walk
  • man: Humans in general, including male and female
  • house: Place where a specific activity or business occurs
  • league: Group of people, countries with a common goal
  • room: All of the people inside a particular room
  • assistant: Person who helps another, usually as a job
  • red: Being the color of blood
  • advertisement: Poster, TV, film showing advantages of new product
  • photograph: To take a picture with a camera
  • remark: Something you say as a reaction to something
  • lodge: To (provide a place to) stay for a short time
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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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    • advertisement

      US /ˌædvɚˈtaɪzmənt, ædˈvɚtɪs-, -tɪz-/

      UK /ədˈvɜ:tɪsmənt/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Poster, TV, film showing advantages of new product
      • A notice or announcement in a public medium promoting employment opportunities.
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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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    • against you

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      • Preposition
      • In opposition to you.
      • Expressing disagreement or disapproval of you.
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    • answer to

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
      • To correspond to or match a description or requirement.
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    • apart from

      US /əˈpɑrt frʌm/

      UK /əˈpɑ:t frɔm/

      • Preposition
      • Except for; not considering
      • In addition to; as well as
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    • as a rule

      US /æz e rul/

      UK /æz ə ru:l/

      • Phrase
      • Generally; usually
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    • as follows

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      • 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 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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    • assistant

      US /əˈsɪstənt/

      UK /əˈsɪstənt/

      • Countable Noun
      • Person who helps another, usually as a job
      • Adjective
      • (Person) helping another, usually as a job
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    • at a moment's notice

      US /ət ə ˈmoʊmənts ˈnoʊtəs/

      UK /ət ə ˈməumənts ˈnəutis/

      • other
      • With very little warning or time before something happens.
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    • at first sight

      US /æt fɚst saɪt/

      UK /æt fə:st sait/

      • Phrase
      • Immediately on seeing someone or something for the first time; based on a first impression.
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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 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 midnight

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • At twelve o'clock at night; the middle of the night.
      • Used to indicate the time when something will happen or is expected to happen.
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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 the corner

      US /æt ðə ˈkɔrnɚ/

      UK /æt ðə ˈkɔ:nə/

      • other
      • Situated where two streets or edges meet at an angle.
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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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    • at work

      US /æt wɚk/

      UK /æt wə:k/

      • Phrase
      • Located at one's place of employment
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    • attend to

      US /əˈtɛnd tu/

      UK /əˈtend tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To deal with; take care of; pay attention to.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • Deal with
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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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    • bear upon

      US /bɛr əˈpɑn/

      UK /beə əˈpɒn/

      • other
      • To have an influence or effect on something.
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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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    • bow to

      US /bo tu/

      UK /bəu tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To bend the head or body as a sign of respect or greeting.
      • To give in or submit to something, often unwillingly.
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    • breaks down

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To forcibly break, destroy or make collapse
      • (Machine) to stop working or become weaker
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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 degrees

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      UK

      • Adverb
      • Gradually; little by little.
      • Phrase
      • Gradually; little by little.
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    • call upon

      US /kɔl əˈpɑn/

      UK /kɔ:l əˈpɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make demands on; order/require from someone
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    • carry out

      US /ˈkæri aʊt/

      UK /ˈkæri aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To fulfill or perform your instructions, duty
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To perform or execute a task, order, or plan.
      • To remove something or someone from a place.
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    • clear up

      US /klɪr ʌp/

      UK /kliə ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To tidy things away, e.g. dirty dishes after meal
      • To explain something in an understandable way
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    • clock in

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To record the time of one's arrival at work, typically using a time clock.
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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 at

      US /kʌm æt/

      UK /kʌm æt/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To approach someone to attack them
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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 round

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To visit someone or some place for a short time
      • To regain consciousness after fainting
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    • come to a head

      US /kʌm tə ə hɛd/

      UK /kʌm tə ə hed/

      • other
      • A difficult situation reaches a critical or decisive point.
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    • come upon

      US /kʌm əˈpɑn/

      UK /kʌm əˈpɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To accidentally find; discover something
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    • copy out

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To write something exactly as it is written elsewhere.
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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 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 under

      US /daʊn ˈʌndɚ/

      UK /daun ˈʌndə/

      • Proper Noun
      • A colloquial term for Australia and New Zealand.
      • Adverb
      • Below or underneath something.
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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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    • draw back

      US /drɔ bæk/

      UK /drɔ: bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To move backward, e.g. in horror or fear
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    • drive at

      US /draɪv æt/

      UK /draɪv æt/

      • other
      • To imply or suggest something indirectly.
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    • drive out

      US /draɪv aʊt/

      UK /draiv aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To force someone or something to leave a place or situation.
      • To travel to a place by car.
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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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    • end in

      US /ɛnd ɪn/

      UK /end in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have something as the final result.
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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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    • factor in

      US /ˈfæktɚ ɪn/

      UK /ˈfæktə in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To include something as an important element when making a decision or calculation.
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    • fall for

      US /fɔl fɔr/

      UK /fɔ:l fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be deceived or tricked by someone
      • To become in love with someone
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    • find out about

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To look for information to learn about it
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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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      • Phrase
      • For a very short period of time; momentarily.
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    • for days

      US /fɔr dez/

      UK /fɔ: deɪz/

      • Phrase
      • For a long period of time; lasting several days.
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    • for example

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • As an illustration or instance.
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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 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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    • for the world

      US /fɚ ðə wɝld/

      UK /fə ðə wɜ:ld/

      • other
      • Used to emphasize something would never happen.
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    • from home

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Working or operating from one's residence.
      • Originating or coming from one's own house or country.
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    • from the first

      US /frəm ðə ˈfɝst/

      UK /frəm ðə ˈfɜ:st/

      • other
      • From the very beginning.
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    • from the top

      US /frʌm ði tɑp/

      UK /frɔm ðə tɔp/

      • Phrase
      • From the beginning.
      • From the highest point or position.
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    • from time to time

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
      • At intervals; now and then.
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    • get on to

      US /ɡɛt ɑn tu/

      UK /ɡet ɔn tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To decide to do something you have delayed doing
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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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    • hand over

      US /hænd ˈovɚ/

      UK /hænd ˈəuvə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To give into the possession or control of another
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    • hard to say

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Difficult to know or predict; uncertain.
      A1
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    • have at

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To attack someone or something.
      • To begin doing something with enthusiasm.
      A1
      More
    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
      A1
      More
    • hear of

      US /hɪr ʌv/

      UK /hiə ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To know about someone or something because you have been told about them
      A1
      More
    • home in

      US /ˈhoʊm ɪn/

      UK /ˈhəum ɪn/

      • other
      • Move or direct toward a specific target or goal.
      B2
      More
    • hunt down

      US /hʌnt daʊn/

      UK /hʌnt daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To search for someone or something until you find them, often after a long time or over a large area.
      • To pursue someone or something relentlessly until caught or found.
      B1
      More
    • in a corner

      US /ɪn ə ˈkɔrnɚ/

      UK /ɪn ə ˈkɔ:nə/

      • other
      • In a situation where one is trapped or pressured with few options.
      B1
      More
    • in answer to

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • As a response to something.
      • As a reaction or response to something, often a problem or request.
      A1
      More
    • in fact

      US /ɪn fækt/

      UK /in fækt/

      • Adverb
      • Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
      • Used to introduce a more detailed or surprising piece of information.
      • Phrase
      • Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that is surprising or contrary to what might be expected.
      C1
      More
    • in favor of

      US /ɪn ˈfevɚ ʌv/

      UK /in ˈfeivə ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • Expressing support or approval for someone or something.
      • To the advantage of; benefiting.
      • Preposition
      • Supporting or approving of something.
      • To the advantage of; to the benefit of.
      A1
      More
    • in memory of

      US /ɪn ˈmɛməri ʌv/

      UK /in ˈmeməri ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • To honor or commemorate someone who has died.
      A1
      More
    • in need

      US /ɪn nid/

      UK /in ni:d/

      • Phrase
      • Not having the necessary things, such as food
      A1
      More
    • in order that

      US /ɪn ˈɔrdɚ ðæt/

      UK /in ˈɔ:də ðæt/

      • Conjunction
      • With the purpose or intention that.
      A2
      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 other words

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
      More
    • in part

      US /ɪn pɑrt/

      UK /in pɑ:t/

      • Adverb
      • To some extent; partially.
      A1
      More
    • in peace

      US /ɪn pis/

      UK /in pi:s/

      • Phrase
      • In a state of tranquility, without disturbance or conflict.
      • In a state of non-war, without armed conflict.
      B1
      More
    • in person

      US /ɪn ˈpɜːrsn/

      UK /in ˈpɜːsn/

      • Adverb
      • Physically present; not by proxy or remotely.
      • Face-to-face; not through electronic communication.
      A1
      More
    • in practice

      US /ɪn ˈpræktɪs/

      UK /in ˈpræktis/

      • Phrase
      • In reality or actual use; as opposed to in theory.
      A1
      More
    • in red

      US /ɪn rɛd/

      UK /in red/

      • Phrase
      • Marked or written using the colour red.
      • Adjective
      • Operating at a financial loss; in debt.
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • in the future

      US /ɪn ði ˈfjutʃɚ/

      UK /in ðə ˈfju:tʃə/

      • Phrase
      • At a later time; in times to come.
      A1
      More
    • in the hands of

      US /ɪn ðə ˈhændz ʌv/

      UK /in ðə ˈhændz ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Under the control or responsibility of someone.
      B1
      More
    • in the hope of

      US /ɪn ðə ˈhoʊp ʌv/

      UK /in ðə ˈhəup ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • With the expectation or desire for something to happen.
      B2
      More
    • in the house

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
      • Within a legislative body, such as a parliament or congress.
      A1
      More
    • in the least

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Not at all; to the smallest degree.
      A1
      More
    • in the meantime

      US /ɪn ði ˈminˌtaɪm/

      UK /in ðə ˈmi:ntaim/

      • Phrase
      • During the time between two events; meanwhile.
      A1
      More
    • in the wind

      US /ɪn ðə wɪnd/

      UK /ɪn ðə wɪnd/

      • other
      • Something likely to happen or be revealed soon.
      B2
      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
    • inside of

      US /ɪnˈsaɪd ʌv/

      UK /inˈsaid ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Within; in the inner part of.
      • Within a certain period of time.
      A1
      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
    • lay back

      US /le bæk/

      UK /lei bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To recline or lie down in a relaxed manner.
      B1
      More
    • league

      US /liɡ/

      UK /li:ɡ/

      • Noun
      • Group of people, countries with a common goal
      • Association of sports teams that organizes matches
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To form a league; to unite for a common purpose.
      A2TOEIC
      More
    • lie back

      US /laɪ bæk/

      UK /laɪ bæk/

      • other
      • To rest in a reclining position on one's back.
      B1
      More
    • lie in

      US /lai ɪn/

      UK /lai in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To stay in bed later than usual in the morning.
      A2
      More
    • like a man

      US /laɪk ə mæn/

      UK /laɪk ə mæn/

      • other
      • To act bravely or responsibly.
      A2
      More
    • little man

      US

      UK

      • Countable Noun
      • A man of short stature.
      • An unimportant or insignificant person.
      A1
      More
    • lodge

      US /lɑdʒ/

      UK /lɒdʒ/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To (provide a place to) stay for a short time
      • To submit (complaint, application etc.)
      • Noun
      • A wooden house in the mountains
      B1
      More
    • look after

      US /lʊk ˈæftɚ/

      UK /luk ˈɑ:ftə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take care of someone or 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
    • look into

      US /lʊk ˈɪntu/

      UK /luk ˈɪntuː/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To investigate or try to discover the reasons for
      A1
      More
    • look over

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To check something to see it works well; inspect
      • To examine or inspect something quickly.
      A1
      More
    • lying open

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • In an unclosed or unfolded state; readily accessible or visible.
      • Exposed or susceptible to danger or attack.
      A2
      More
    • make of

      US /mek ʌv/

      UK /meik ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To understand or have an opinion about something
      • To create or produce something from a particular material
      A1
      More
    • more than once

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • On more than one occasion; repeatedly.
      More
    • much about

      US /mʌtʃ əˈbaʊt/

      UK /mʌtʃ əˈbaut/

      • Phrase
      • A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
      • To a great extent or degree regarding something; caring.
      A1
      More
    • no later than

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • At or before a specified time; by a particular deadline.
      A1
      More
    • number of people

      US /ˈnʌmbɚ ʌv ˈpipəl/

      UK /ˈnʌmbə ɔv ˈpi:pl/

      • Phrase
      • The total count of individuals within a group or gathering.
      • A statistical figure representing the population size or a subset thereof.
      A1
      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
    • of late

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Recently; lately.
      A1
      More
    • of old

      US /ʌv oʊld/

      UK /əv əuld/

      • other
      • From a long time ago; in the past.
      B2
      More
    • of use

      US /ʌv jus/

      UK /əv ju:s/

      • other
      • Having practical value; useful or helpful.
      B1
      More
    • of yours

      US /ʌv jʊɚz/

      UK /əv jɔ:z/

      • other
      • Belonging to you; your possession or property.
      A1
      More
    • on account of

      US /ɑn əˈkaʊnt ʌv/

      UK /ɔn əˈkaunt ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Because of.
      B1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • on end

      US /ɑn ɛnd/

      UK /ɔn end/

      • Phrase
      • Continuously; without stopping.
      • In an upright position; standing vertically.
      A1
      More
    • on fire

      US /ɑn faɪr/

      UK /ɔn ˈfaiə/

      • Adjective
      • Very successful or popular
      • Burning
      A2
      More
    • on hand

      US /ɑn hænd/

      UK /ɔn hænd/

      • Adverb
      • Present and available; in attendance.
      • Phrase
      • Available; readily accessible.
      A1
      More
    • on the contrary

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In contrast; from the opposite standpoint
      B1
      More
    • 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.
      More
    • on the inside

      US /ɑn ði ɪnˈsaɪd/

      UK /ɔn ðə inˈsaid/

      • Phrase
      • Having a position of authority or influence within an organization or system.
      • In prison; incarcerated.
      • Adjective
      • Possessing secret or confidential information.
      A1
      More
    • on the scene

      US /ɑn ði sin/

      UK /ɔn ðə si:n/

      • Phrase
      • Present at a location, especially where something has happened.
      • Involved or active in a particular area or activity.
      B1
      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 way

      US /ɑn ði we/

      UK /ɔn ðə wei/

      • Phrase
      • During the journey to a particular place.
      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
    • out of the question

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Impossible; not worth discussing.
      • Idiom
      • Impossible; not to be considered.
      A1
      More
    • out of the way

      US /aʊt ʌv ði we/

      UK /aut ɔv ðə wei/

      • Adjective
      • Remote; isolated.
      • No longer obstructing or hindering.
      • Phrase
      • Not obstructing or impeding progress; in a position where one does not cause an obstruction.
      • Completed; finished; no longer needing attention.
      B1
      More
    • out of the window

      US /aʊt əv ðə ˈwɪndoʊ/

      UK /aut əv ðə ˈwɪndəu/

      • other
      • To be discarded or no longer applicable or relevant.
      B2
      More
    • out of work

      US /aʊt ʌv wɚk/

      UK /aut ɔv wə:k/

      • Phrase
      • Adjective
      • Unemployed; without a job
      A1
      More
    • over the edge

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In a state of emotional or mental breakdown; beyond the limits of what one can handle.
      • Beyond the physical boundary or brink of something.
      B1
      More
    • over to

      US

      UK

      • Preposition
      • Used to hand over to someone else to speak
      • The responsibility is now yours
      More
    • pipe down

      US /paɪp daʊn/

      UK /paip daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be quiet; stop talking or making noise.
      A1
      More
    • rather than

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • More exactly; more correctly
      • Preferably; instead
      • Preposition
      • Instead of
      A1
      More
    • read for

      US /rid fɚ/

      UK /ri:d fə/

      • other
      • To read aloud on behalf of someone else.
      B2
      More
    • read over

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To review or examine something carefully.
      • To read something quickly and superficially.
      A1
      More
    • rely on

      US /rɪˈlaɪ ɑn/

      UK /riˈlai ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To depend on someone or something
      A2
      More
    • remark

      US /rɪˈmɑ:rk/

      UK /rɪˈmɑ:k/

      • Noun
      • Something you say as a reaction to something
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To comment on something that you observe
      A2TOEIC
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    • rise up

      US /raɪz ʌp/

      UK /raiz ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To attempt to defeat government or ruler
      A1
      More
    • roof over

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • A place to live; shelter or housing.
      • Transitive Verb
      • To provide with housing or shelter.
      A2
      More
    • round to

      US /raʊnd tə/

      UK /raund tə/

      • other
      • To visit someone's place informally, usually briefly.
      B2
      More
    • run for it

      US /rʌn fɚ ɪt/

      UK /rʌn fə ɪt/

      • other
      • To escape quickly from danger or unwanted situation.
      B1
      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
      More
    • see to

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

      • Transitive Verb
      • To see someone or something for the first time.
      • To have a strong desire to obtain something.
      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
      More
    • set out

      US /sɛt aʊt/

      UK /set aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrange something in an orderly fashion
      • To give in detail in writing
      A1
      More
    • setting down

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To place something down on a table, etc.
      • To cause someone to sit down
      A1
      More
    • sit down

      US /sit daʊn/

      UK /sit daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take a seat
      A1
      More
    • 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 behind

      US /stænd bɪˈhaɪnd/

      UK /stænd biˈhaind/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To support or defend someone or something.
      • To take responsibility for something.
      A2
      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
    • step into

      US /stɛp ˈɪntu/

      UK /step ˈɪntuː/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To enter a place or situation.
      • To become involved in something, especially a job or role.
      A1
      More
    • such as

      US /sʌtʃ æz/

      UK /sʌtʃ æz/

      • Preposition
      • For example; like
      A1
      More
    • swing for

      US /swɪŋ fɔr/

      UK /swɪŋ fɔ:/

      • other
      • To be punished, often by death, for a crime committed.
      C1
      More
    • take in

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To allow to enter; receive as a guest
      • To include or add
      • Transitive Verb
      • To absorb (liquid).
      • To understand or comprehend something.
      A1
      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 over

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To consider a problem or issue carefully
      A1
      More
    • to a man

      US /tə ə ˈmæn/

      UK /tə ə ˈmæn/

      • other
      • Every single person involved without exception.
      B2
      More
    • to do with

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be about something; concern
      A1
      More
    • to let

      US /tu lɛt/

      UK /tu let/

      • Preposition
      • Indicates that a property is available for rent.
      A2
      More
    • to the letter

      US /tu ði ˈlɛtɚ/

      UK /tu: ðə ˈletə/

      • Phrase
      • Following instructions or rules exactly; precisely.
      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
      More
    • very much so

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • To a great extent; indeed
      • Used to emphasize a previous statement
      A2
      More
    • wait for

      US /wet fɔr/

      UK /weit fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To wait until someone comes, or something happens
      A1
      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
    • work at

      US /wɚk æt/

      UK /wə:k æt/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have a job at a particular place or organization.
      • To make an effort to improve something.
      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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