Vocabulary

  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • at last: Finally; after a long delay.
  • used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
  • think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
  • of interest: Relevant or important to someone or something.
  • as long as: For the period that; provided that.
  • at home: In one's own residence or country.
  • account of: A spoken or written description of an event.
  • become of: To happen or become the result of something.
  • on the contrary: In contrast; from the opposite standpoint
  • over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
  • come from: To have as your native country or city
  • from the first: From the very beginning.
  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • from home: Working or operating from one's residence.
  • sit down: To take a seat
  • in favour of
  • as a rule: Generally; usually
  • with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
  • save for: To keep money so that you can buy something with it in the future.
  • got to: To arrive at some place
  • hear of: To know about someone or something because you have been told about them
  • do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
  • hit upon: To discover an idea, etc. by chance
  • instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
  • in a hurry: Acting or moving with great haste; rushed.
  • away from home: Not at one's residence; at a distance from one's home.
  • go back to: To return to a starting point
  • connected with: Related to; associated with.
  • of yours: Belonging to you; your possession or property.
  • at present: Currently; now
  • at least: As a minimum
  • at once: Immediately; without delay
  • settle down: To become calm and relaxed after not being so
  • on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
  • rather than: More exactly; more correctly
  • on the scene: Present at a location, especially where something has happened.
  • on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
  • have to: Must do
  • in a word: Briefly; in short.
  • make up: To invent or create a story
  • in hand: In one's possession or control.
  • fly out: To leave a place by airplane.
  • going on: To continue doing something
  • of old: From a long time ago; in the past.
  • in return: As a reciprocal action or gesture; in exchange or repayment.
  • in person: Physically present; not by proxy or remotely.
  • bang out: To play a musical instrument loudly and enthusiastically, often without much skill.
  • into the bargain: Additionally; as an extra thing to what was mentioned.
  • in every way: In all manners or respects; completely.
  • set on: To attack
  • like anything: Used to emphasize strong intensity or effort.
  • in the meantime: During the time between two events; meanwhile.
  • write in: To add text to a document or form.
  • on the premises: Located within the property or building.
  • except that: But; with the exception that.
  • come between: To be the cause of a disagreement between people
  • walk with: To accompany someone while walking.
  • on the sly: Doing something secretly or stealthily.
  • step out: To go outside for a short time
  • get in with: To become popular or friendly with someone, often for personal gain.
  • in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
  • speak of: To mention someone or something in conversation.
  • at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
  • wink at: To deliberately ignore or allow something wrong or improper.
  • dwell upon: To think or talk about something for a long time.
  • to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
  • above all: Most importantly; more than anything else.
  • sight in: To adjust a weapon's sights for accurate aiming.
  • remark upon: To comment on or express an opinion about something.
  • in passing: Mentioned briefly or casually without focus.
  • clue in: Inform someone about something they do not know.
  • in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
  • in action: Actively doing something; performing a task or duty.
  • lead up to: To prepare the way for; to serve as an introduction to.
  • of age: Having reached the legal age of adulthood.
  • in public: In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
  • out of it: Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
  • between ourselves: Said when sharing something confidentially or privately.
  • run over: To go beyond a limit, e.g. of a budget
  • on account of: Because of.
  • for an instant: For a very short period of time; momentarily.
  • call for: To demand, need or require (an action or thing)
  • end in: To have something as the final result.
  • at any rate: Whatever happens; in any case; anyway.
  • come at: To approach someone to attack them
  • chain of events: A sequence of occurrences, where each event causes or influences the next.
  • at the sight of: When seeing something, especially suddenly or unexpectedly.
  • down the road: At a future time; in the future.
  • together with: In addition to; along with.
  • long list: An extensive or detailed enumeration of items, names, or details.
  • in order to: For the purpose of; with the aim of.
  • at the least: As a minimum; no less than.
  • keep at: To continuously try to do something
  • in sight: Visible; able to be seen.
  • with just: Using only; with no more than.
  • close by: Near in distance; nearby.
  • such as: For example; like
  • work out
  • by no means: Certainly not; in no way.
  • to hand: To give or pass something to someone using your hand.
  • get round: To persuade someone to let you do what you want
  • remark on: To say or write what you think about someone or something
  • in the clouds: Lost in thought; daydreaming or distracted.
  • see in: To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
  • under the circumstances: Considering the situation; given the facts.
  • that very day: On that specific day; the same day mentioned.
  • as follows: Used to introduce a list or explanation.
  • trap in: To catch or confine something in a space.
  • looking out: To take care and watch something carefully
  • run back: To come back
  • to do with: To be about something; concern
  • point out: To make others aware of an idea
  • to the left: In or toward the left direction.
  • in color: Displayed or produced using all colors; not black and white.
  • with reason: Having a good or justifiable cause.
  • single out
  • in deference to: Out of respect or consideration for someone or something.
  • rely upon: To depend on someone or something; to trust or have confidence in.
  • quarrel with: To have an argument or disagreement with someone.
  • rattle off: To say something quickly and without much thought or hesitation.
  • with dignity: In a manner that shows respect and seriousness.
  • in prison: Confined in a prison; incarcerated.
  • face to face: (Meeting) while looking at someone
  • to some extent: Partially; not completely.
  • at heart: In one's real or essential nature; fundamentally.
  • in love with: Feeling romantic love for someone.
  • on to: Toward something; forward
  • by all accounts: According to what everyone says; reportedly
  • for all that: Despite that; even though.
  • set off: To start a journey
  • upon the matter: Regarding or concerning the subject or issue at hand.
  • at the most: No more than; maximum amount or degree.
  • all over the place: In a state of disorder; scattered everywhere.
  • on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
  • drive back: To force someone or something to retreat or move backward.
  • be with: To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
  • back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
  • deal with
  • laughing stock: Someone or something that is considered ridiculous and is ridiculed by many people.
  • as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
  • on the table: Located on the surface of a table.
  • hand over: To give into the possession or control of another
  • home in: Move or direct toward a specific target or goal.
  • varieties of: Different kinds or types of something.
  • cut off: To end a process, e.g. a phone call
  • in the grip of: Under the strong influence or control of something.
  • at a glance: Immediately; instantly upon looking.
  • pen in: To confine or enclose someone or something in a small area.
  • jot down: To write something quickly on a piece of paper so that you do not forget it.
  • call over: To ask someone to come to you
  • from time to time: Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
  • on the road: Traveling, especially as part of a tour or journey.
  • wait for: To wait until someone comes, or something happens
  • lay in: To provide stocks (e.g. for the winter)
  • ever since: Continuously from a past time until now.
  • without question: Undoubtedly; certainly; definitely.
  • step into: To enter a place or situation.
  • down with: Suffering from an illness.
  • in view of: Considering; taking into account.
  • answer for: Be responsible for and explain one's actions.
  • but for the grace of God: Used to acknowledge one’s own good fortune in avoiding misfortune.
  • on the strength of: Based on or because of something.
  • leave: To go away from; depart
  • interest: Best or most advantageous thing for someone
  • case: Container used to carry things, e.g. clothes
  • witness: To see the signing of an official document
  • face: To cover a surface with something like paint
  • street: Road in a city with buildings and places to walk
  • man: Humans in general, including male and female
  • pool: Amount collected, e.g. money, for some purpose
  • young: At an early stage of existence; not mature
  • grey: Color between black and white (also spelled gray)
  • remark: Something you say as a reaction to something
  • father: A male parent
  • angel: Supernatural human figure from heaven with wings
  • son: Male child; friendly way of addressing a boy
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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 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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    • all over the place

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • In a state of disorder; scattered everywhere.
      • In many different locations; widely distributed.
      • Adjective
      • Mentally or emotionally disorganized; confused or erratic.
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    • angel

      US /ˈendʒəl/

      UK /ˈeɪndʒl/

      • Noun
      • Supernatural human figure from heaven with wings
      • Proper Noun
      • Person's name
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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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    • 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 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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    • at a glance

      US /æt e ɡlæns/

      UK /æt ə ɡlɑ:ns/

      • Phrase
      • Immediately; instantly upon looking.
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    • at any rate

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Whatever happens; in any case; anyway.
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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 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 the least

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • As a minimum; no less than.
      • As the bare minimum action; anyway.
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    • at the most

      US /ət ðə ˈmoʊst/

      UK /ət ðə ˈməust/

      • other
      • No more than; maximum amount or degree.
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    • at the sight of

      US /ət ðə ˈsaɪt ʌv/

      UK /ət ðə ˈsaɪt əv/

      • other
      • When seeing something, especially suddenly or unexpectedly.
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    • away from home

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Not at one's residence; at a distance from one's home.
      • Experiencing a sense of detachment or longing due to being distant from one's home and family.
      • Adjective
      • Relating to or describing activities, experiences, or situations encountered while traveling or living outside of one's home.
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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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    • bang out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To play a musical instrument loudly and enthusiastically, often without much skill.
      • To produce something quickly and without much care or attention to detail.
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    • be with

      US /bi wɪð/

      UK /bi: wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
      • To support someone's opinion or cause.
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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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    • between ourselves

      US /bɪˈtwin əˈsɛlvz/

      UK /bɪˈtwi:n əˈsɛlvz/

      • other
      • Said when sharing something confidentially or privately.
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    • but for the grace of God

      US /bʌt fər ðə ɡreɪs əv ɡɑd/

      UK /bʌt fə ðə ɡreɪs əv ɡɒd/

      • other
      • Used to acknowledge one’s own good fortune in avoiding misfortune.
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    • by all accounts

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • According to what everyone says; reportedly
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    • by no means

      US

      UK

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

      US /kɔl fɔr/

      UK /kɔ:l fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To demand, need or require (an action or thing)
      • To come to someone's house to take them somewhere
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    • call over

      US /kɔl ˈovɚ/

      UK /kɔ:l ˈəuvə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To ask someone to come to you
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    • chain of events

      US

      UK

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A sequence of occurrences, where each event causes or influences the next.
      • Phrase
      • A series of happenings linked by cause and effect.
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    • close by

      US /kloz baɪ/

      UK /kləuz bai/

      • Adverb
      • Near in distance; nearby.
      • Phrase
      • In a position or location that is near.
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    • clue in

      US /klu ɪn/

      UK /klu: ɪn/

      • other
      • Inform someone about something they do not know.
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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 between

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be the cause of a disagreement between people
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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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    • connected with

      US

      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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    • cut off

      US /kʌt ɔf/

      UK /kʌt ɔf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To end a process, e.g. a phone call
      • To cut the end of something
      • Transitive Verb
      • To isolate or prevent access to a place or person.
      • To interrupt someone while they are speaking.
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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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    • do in

      US

      UK

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

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • At a future time; in the future.
      • Along the street; a short distance away.
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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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    • drive back

      US /draɪv bæk/

      UK /draɪv bæk/

      • other
      • To force someone or something to retreat or move backward.
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    • dwell upon

      US /dwɛl əˈpɑn/

      UK /dwel əˈpɒn/

      • other
      • To think or talk about something for a long time.
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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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    • 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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    • face to face

      US /fes tu fes/

      UK /feis tu: feis/

      • Adverb
      • (Meeting) while looking at someone
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    • fly out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To leave a place by airplane.
      • Countable Noun
      • A batted ball that is caught in the air for an out.
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    • for all that

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Despite that; even though.
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    • for an instant

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • For a very short period of time; momentarily.
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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 time to time

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
      • At intervals; now and then.
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    • get in with

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To become popular or friendly with someone, often for personal gain.
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    • get round

      US /ɡɛt raʊnd/

      UK /ɡet raund/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To persuade someone to let you do what you want
      • To find a solution; see how to avoid a difficulty
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    • go back to

      US /ɡo bæk tu/

      UK /ɡəu bæk tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To return to a starting point
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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 over

      US /hænd ˈovɚ/

      UK /hænd ˈəuvə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To give into the possession or control of another
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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
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    • hit upon

      US /hɪt əˈpɑn/

      UK /hit əˈpɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To discover an idea, etc. by chance
      • To meet someone unexpectedly.
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    • home in

      US /ˈhoʊm ɪn/

      UK /ˈhəum ɪn/

      • other
      • Move or direct toward a specific target or goal.
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    • in a hurry

      US /ɪn e ˈhɚri/

      UK /in ə ˈhʌri/

      • Phrase
      • Acting or moving with great haste; rushed.
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    • in a word

      US /ɪn e wɚd/

      UK /in ə wə:d/

      • Phrase
      • Briefly; in short.
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    • in action

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Actively doing something; performing a task or duty.
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    • in color

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Displayed or produced using all colors; not black and white.
      • Adjective
      • Full of vivid colors; bright and vibrant.
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    • in deference to

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      • Phrase
      • Out of respect or consideration for someone or something.
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    • in every way

      US /ɪn ˈɛvri we/

      UK /in ˈevri wei/

      • Phrase
      • In all manners or respects; completely.
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    • 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.
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    • in favour of

      US /ɪn ˈfevɚ ʌv/

      UK /in ˈfeivə ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • Preposition
      • Supporting or approving of something.
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    • in hand

      US /ɪn hænd/

      UK /in hænd/

      • Phrase
      • In one's possession or control.
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    • in love with

      US //ɪn lʌv wɪð//

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Feeling romantic love for someone.
      • Extremely enthusiastic about or fond of something.
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    • 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.
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    • in passing

      US /ɪn ˈpæsɪŋ/

      UK /ɪn ˈpɑ:sɪŋ/

      • other
      • Mentioned briefly or casually without focus.
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    • in person

      US /ɪn ˈpɜːrsn/

      UK /in ˈpɜːsn/

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

      US /ɪn ˈprɪzən/

      UK /in ˈprizən/

      • Phrase
      • Confined in a prison; incarcerated.
      More
    • in public

      US /ɪn ˈpʌblɪk/

      UK /in ˈpʌblik/

      • Phrase
      • In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
      • Adjective
      • Relating to the government or the people as a whole.
      B1
      More
    • in return

      US /ɪn rɪˈtɚn/

      UK /in riˈtə:n/

      • Adverb
      • As a reciprocal action or gesture; in exchange or repayment.
      • Phrase
      • As compensation or consideration for something.
      • As a reaction or response to something.
      A1
      More
    • in sight

      US /ɪn saɪt/

      UK /in sait/

      • Phrase
      • Visible; able to be seen.
      • Near to being achieved; imminent.
      More
    • in the clouds

      US /ɪn ðə ˈklaʊdz/

      UK /in ðə ˈklaudz/

      • other
      • Lost in thought; daydreaming or distracted.
      B1
      More
    • in the grip of

      US /ɪn ðə ˈɡrɪp ʌv/

      UK /in ðə ˈɡrɪp ɔv/

      • other
      • Under the strong influence or control of something.
      B2
      More
    • in the meantime

      US /ɪn ði ˈminˌtaɪm/

      UK /in ðə ˈmi:ntaim/

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

      US /ɪn vju ʌv/

      UK /in vju: ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Considering; taking into account.
      More
    • in with

      US /ɪn wɪð/

      UK /in wið/

      • Phrase
      • Fashionable or popular at the moment.
      • Having influence or favor with someone.
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To introduce or bring something new into a system or organization.
      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
    • into the bargain

      US /ˈɪntu ðə ˈbɑrgən/

      UK /ˈɪntəʊ ðə ˈbɑ:gɪn/

      • other
      • Additionally; as an extra thing to what was mentioned.
      B2
      More
    • jot down

      US /dʒɑt daʊn/

      UK /dʒɔt daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To write something quickly on a piece of paper so that you do not forget it.
      A1
      More
    • keep at

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continuously try to do something
      A1
      More
    • laughing stock

      US /ˈlæfɪŋ stɑk/

      UK /ˈlæfɪŋ stɔk/

      • Noun
      • Someone or something that is considered ridiculous and is ridiculed by many people.
      More
    • lay in

      US /le ɪn/

      UK /lei in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To provide stocks (e.g. for the winter)
      • Stayed in bed later than usual in the morning.
      A2
      More
    • lead up to

      US /lid ʌp tu/

      UK /li:d ʌp tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To prepare the way for; to serve as an introduction to.
      A1
      More
    • like anything

      US /laɪk ˈɛniθɪŋ/

      UK /laɪk ˈeniθɪŋ/

      • other
      • Used to emphasize strong intensity or effort.
      B2
      More
    • long list

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • An extensive or detailed enumeration of items, names, or details.
      • A list that is excessively long and therefore boring or difficult to manage.
      A2
      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
    • looking out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take care and watch something carefully
      • To be careful; to be vigilant
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To be careful or vigilant
      A1
      More
    • make up

      US /mek ʌp/

      UK /meik ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To invent or create a story
      • To add up to
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To invent a story, excuse, etc.
      • To compensate for something lost, missed, or deficient.
      A1
      More
    • of age

      US /əv eɪdʒ/

      UK /əv eɪdʒ/

      • other
      • Having reached the legal age of adulthood.
      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
    • of old

      US /ʌv oʊld/

      UK /əv əuld/

      • other
      • From a long time ago; in the past.
      B2
      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 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 other hand

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
      A1
      More
    • on the premises

      US /ɑn ðə ˈprɛməsɪz/

      UK /ɒn ðə ˈpremɪsɪz/

      • other
      • Located within the property or building.
      B1
      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 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 sly

      US /ɑn ðə slaɪ/

      UK /ɒn ðə slaɪ/

      • other
      • Doing something secretly or stealthily.
      B1
      More
    • on the strength of

      US /ɑn ðə strɛŋkθ ʌv/

      UK /ɒn ðə streŋkθ ɔv/

      • other
      • Based on or because of something.
      B2
      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 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 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
    • over to

      US

      UK

      • Preposition
      • Used to hand over to someone else to speak
      • The responsibility is now yours
      More
    • pen in

      US /pɛn ɪn/

      UK /pen ɪn/

      • other
      • To confine or enclose someone or something in a small area.
      B2
      More
    • point out

      US /pɔɪnt aʊt/

      UK /pɔint aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make others aware of an idea
      • To draw attention to something or someone
      A1
      More
    • pool

      US /pul/

      UK /pu:l/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Amount collected, e.g. money, for some purpose
      • Small body of still water
      • Intransitive Verb
      • (Of a liquid) to collect into a small area
      A2
      More
    • quarrel with

      US /ˈkwɔrəl wɪθ/

      UK /ˈkwɒrəl wɪð/

      • other
      • To have an argument or disagreement with someone.
      B1
      More
    • rather than

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • More exactly; more correctly
      • Preferably; instead
      • Preposition
      • Instead of
      A1
      More
    • rattle off

      US /ˈrætl ɔf/

      UK /ˈrætl ɔf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To say something quickly and without much thought or hesitation.
      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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    • 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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    • remark on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To say or write what you think about someone or something
      A1
      More
    • remark upon

      US /rɪˈmɑrk əˈpɑn/

      UK /rɪˈmɑ:k əˈpɒn/

      • other
      • To comment on or express an opinion about something.
      B2
      More
    • run back

      US /rʌn bæk/

      UK /rʌn bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To come back
      A1
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    • run over

      US /rʌn ˈovɚ/

      UK /rʌn ˈəuvə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To go beyond a limit, e.g. of a budget
      • To hit someone when driving a car
      A1
      More
    • save for

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To keep money so that you can buy something with it in the future.
      A2
      More
    • see in

      US /si ɪn/

      UK /si: in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
      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 on

      US /sɛt ɑn/

      UK /set ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To attack
      • To cause someone to want to do something.
      A1
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    • settle down

      US /ˈsɛtl daʊn/

      UK /ˈsetl daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To become calm and relaxed after not being so
      • To begin living in a stable and ordinary way
      A2
      More
    • sight in

      US /saɪt ɪn/

      UK /saɪt ɪn/

      • other
      • To adjust a weapon's sights for accurate aiming.
      C1
      More
    • single out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      A1
      More
    • sit down

      US /sit daʊn/

      UK /sit daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take a seat
      A1
      More
    • speak of

      US /spik ʌv/

      UK /spi:k ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To mention someone or something in conversation.
      B1
      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
    • step out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To go outside for a short time
      • To begin a romantic relationship with someone.
      A1
      More
    • such as

      US /sʌtʃ æz/

      UK /sʌtʃ æz/

      • Preposition
      • For example; like
      A1
      More
    • that very day

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • On that specific day; the same day mentioned.
      • Used to emphasize the importance or impact of a particular day.
      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
    • to do with

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

      • Transitive Verb
      • To give or pass something to someone using your hand.
      • To offer assistance or help.
      A1
      More
    • to let

      US /tu lɛt/

      UK /tu let/

      • Preposition
      • Indicates that a property is available for rent.
      A2
      More
    • to some extent

      US /tu sʌm ɪkˈstɛnt/

      UK /tu: sʌm iksˈtent/

      • Phrase
      • Partially; not completely.
      A1
      More
    • to the left

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In or toward the left direction.
      • Situated on the left side of.
      More
    • together with

      US /təˈɡɛðɚ wɪð/

      UK /təˈɡeðə wið/

      • Preposition
      • In addition to; along with.
      • Including; as well as.
      A1
      More
    • trap in

      US /træp ɪn/

      UK /træp ɪn/

      • other
      • To catch or confine something in a space.
      B2
      More
    • under the circumstances

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Considering the situation; given the facts.
      More
    • upon the matter

      US /əˈpɑn ðə ˈmætɚ/

      UK /əˈpɒn ðə ˈmætə/

      • other
      • Regarding or concerning the subject or issue at hand.
      B2
      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
    • varieties of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Different kinds or types of something.
      • A range of different things.
      A2
      More
    • wait for

      US /wet fɔr/

      UK /weit fɔ:/

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

      US /wɔk wɪð/

      UK /wɔ:k wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To accompany someone while walking.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To support or stand by someone.
      More
    • wink at

      US /wɪŋk æt/

      UK /wɪŋk æt/

      • other
      • To deliberately ignore or allow something wrong or improper.
      B1
      More
    • with dignity

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In a manner that shows respect and seriousness.
      • In a noble and honorable manner.
      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
    • with just

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Using only; with no more than.
      • Barely; by a narrow margin.
      A2
      More
    • with reason

      US /wɪθ ˈrizən/

      UK /wɪθ ˈri:zən/

      • other
      • Having a good or justifiable cause.
      B2
      More
    • without question

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Undoubtedly; certainly; definitely.
      • In a manner indicating full acceptance or obedience.
      A2
      More
    • witness

      US /ˈwɪtnɪs/

      UK /'wɪtnəs/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To see the signing of an official document
      • To see an event take place (usually a crime)
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Person who was present to see an event take place
      • Evidence or proof of something
      B1TOEIC
      More
    • work out

      US /wɚk aʊt/

      UK /wə:k aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To find a way to do something, by thinking
      A1
      More
    • write in

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To add text to a document or form.
      • To vote for a candidate whose name is not printed on the ballot by writing it in.
      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 2 - The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes Audiobook by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (Adventures 03-04)

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