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at least: As a minimum
at last: Finally; after a long delay.
at once: Immediately; without delay
on the table: Located on the surface of a table.
of course: Sure ; Certainly
used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
as well as: Also; in addition to
speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
sit down: To take a seat
have to: Must do
in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
such as: For example; like
by the bye: Used to introduce a side remark or incidentally.
in vain: Without success or result; futilely.
instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
set off: To start a journey
in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
my eye: Used to express disbelief or skepticism.
together with: In addition to; along with.
on the contrary: In contrast; from the opposite standpoint
on to: Toward something; forward
at school: Present and attending school.
lay in: To provide stocks (e.g. for the winter)
at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
for nothing: Without payment or reward; to no purpose or effect; in vain
look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
for the present: For now; temporarily or at this time.
for myself: Done for one's own benefit or use.
of old: From a long time ago; in the past.
on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
out of the question: Impossible; not worth discussing.
at intervals: Occurring with breaks of time in between.
account of: A spoken or written description of an event.
turn to: To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
in the red: Operating at a loss; in debt.
of interest: Relevant or important to someone or something.
at length: In detail; fully
go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
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 times: Sometimes; occasionally.
as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
clock in: To record the time of one's arrival at work, typically using a time clock.
on a level: In a fair and equal manner; with equal opportunities.
above all: Most importantly; more than anything else.
as for: Concerning; regarding.
connected with: Related to; associated with.
at that time: During a specific point in the past.
lie down: To put your body in a flat position, as to sleep
all at once: Suddenly; at the same time
care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
at liberty: Free or not confined; allowed to go free.
on the floor: Located on the ground or bottom surface of a room.
by heart: Learned or memorized perfectly.
from time to time: Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
cut off: To end a process, e.g. a phone call
charged with: To be officially accused of something
per annum: By the year; each year
rather than: More exactly; more correctly
in return: As a reciprocal action or gesture; in exchange or repayment.
with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
at a distance: Far away; not close.
from home: Working or operating from one's residence.
owing to: Due to
in reality: Actually; in fact; truly.
by degrees: Gradually; little by little.
as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
on purpose: Intentionally; deliberately.
for instance: As an example.
come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
out there: In or to a place that is far away
for one thing: Used to introduce a reason for something.
grow up: To develop from a child into an adult
care for: To want or desire a thing
at any rate: Whatever happens; in any case; anyway.
along with: In addition to; together with.
take off: To remove, e.g. your clothes
level with: To be honest and straightforward with someone; to tell someone the truth.
in good health: Being in a state of physical and mental well-being; not sick or injured.
to God: Used to emphasize truth or sincerity.
guard against: To take precautions against something undesirable.
in the house: Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
compared with: In relation to
take with: To bring something or someone along when you go somewhere.
speak of: To mention someone or something in conversation.
each end: At both extremities or sides of something.
pass through: To experience something, often unpleasant or difficult.
close behind: Following very closely; in close pursuit.
hand on: To pass or transfer something physically to someone else.
on hand: Present and available; in attendance.
except that: But; with the exception that.
in hand: In one's possession or control.
in passing: Mentioned briefly or casually without focus.
answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
after dinner: Following the meal of dinner.
dispense with: To get rid of; do without; eliminate.
called off: To cancel or stop planning an activity or event
come from: To have as your native country or city
set out: To arrange something in an orderly fashion
all along: From the beginning; all the time.
at a time: Separately; one by one
allow me: A polite way of offering to do something for someone.
to do with: To be about something; concern
in the dark: Uninformed about something; unaware.
as such: Something previously stated or understood
ran up to: Approached quickly by running.
delight in: To take great pleasure in something.
put off: To take off, e.g. clothing
sit with: To stay with someone and provide support or comfort.
of age: Having reached the legal age of adulthood.
over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
let down
left open: Not closed, ajar.
see into: To investigate or examine closely.
account for: To explain the cause or reason for something
in the mood: Wanting to do something
in a sense: In one way of thinking; to some extent; in some ways.
attend to: To deal with; take care of; pay attention to.
go on: To continue doing something
in green: Located in or surrounded by green plants or fields.
of yours: Belonging to you; your possession or property.
for the rest: Concerning the remaining people or things.
further out: At a greater distance; more distant.
home in: Move or direct toward a specific target or goal.
cross legged: In a position with the legs crossed.
to the left: In or toward the left direction.
sit about: To spend time doing nothing or being lazy.
at table: Seated at a table, especially for a meal.
on account of: Because of.
behind the curtain: Secretly; not in public view.
stand by: To keep to an agreement
out of the way: Remote; isolated.
do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
trickle down: To gradually spread or filter through from top to bottom, especially in economics, referring to the belief that tax cuts or other benefits for the wealthy will ultimately benefit the poor and middle class.
fly at: To suddenly criticize or attack someone verbally.
think over: To consider a problem or issue carefully
secret of: The key or hidden information that explains something.
to death: Extremely; to a great degree
in theory: According to the stated ideas or principles
in all likelihood: Very probably; almost certainly.
lock in: To secure something, such as a price or deal, for a specific period.
take in: To allow to enter; receive as a guest
shut up: To close something, e.g. a shop
after dark: After the sun has set and night has begun.
frown at: To show disapproval or displeasure by furrowing the brows.
before long: Soon; in a short time.
thankful to: Feeling or expressing gratitude; appreciative.
deal to: To give or inflict something, often harm or punishment.
come up: To come closer to someone; approach
per cent: Out of every 100; a proportion multiplied by 100
under the influence: Affected by alcohol or drugs to the extent that mental and physical control is markedly diminished.
put out: To publish, e.g. a book
with both hands: Readily and enthusiastically accept something.
as with: In the same way that something happens or is true of something else.
at first sight: Immediately on seeing someone or something for the first time; based on a first impression.
go after: To chase or pursue something
planted on: To deceive someone
from the heart: In a very sincere and genuine way.
carry on: To engage in an activity, e.g. a conversation
in a manner: In a specific way or style.
close up: A photograph or film shot taken of a subject at close range.
tone in: To adjust or harmonize one’s tone to match others.
as long as: For the period that; provided that.
do without: To manage without having or doing something
back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
high voice: A voice with a high pitch or frequency.
quarrel with: To have an argument or disagreement with someone.
breeze through: To succeed very easily in something.
fix on: To choose or decide on something or someone.
look over: To check something to see it works well; inspect
on second thoughts: After reconsidering; changing one's mind.
take good care: To look after someone or something well; ensure their well-being.
for a minute: For a short period of time; briefly.
put to bed: To help a child get into bed and ready to sleep.
down the middle: In or along the center of something.
in that order: Following the sequence or arrangement previously mentioned or understood.
face to face: (Meeting) while looking at someone
in broad daylight: Openly and brazenly, especially during the day when it is easily visible.
those times: A period in the past, often remembered fondly.
have at: To attack someone or something.
first words: The initial words spoken by a baby or young child.
book on: A book about a particular subject.
contrary to: In opposition to; against.
side with: To support one person or group against another in a disagreement.
consist of
the following: Next in order or sequence.
head up: To lead or manage a team, project, or organization.
read through: To read something from beginning to end, often to find mistakes or check details.
distinguish from: To recognize or point out a difference; to tell apart.
read for: To read aloud on behalf of someone else.
look to: Be looking to. be planning to (do something)
strike back: To retaliate or counterattack.
change your mind
pour out: To serve a drink by letting it flow from a container.
fold up: To collapse or be able to be collapsed into a smaller shape, often for storage.
in the open: Publicly; not secret.
out cold: Unconscious; knocked out.
part with: To give something away; relinquish possession of something.
not necessary: Not required; not needed.
looking out: To take care and watch something carefully
turn on
give out: To be used up; have nothing left; fail
on the line: At risk; in a situation where something could be lost.
turn round: To turn abruptly and face the other way
rise up: To attempt to defeat government or ruler
smooth away: To remove wrinkles or imperfections from something by smoothing it with your hand or an object.
outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
to this end: For the purpose of achieving a particular aim.
to the full: Completely; to the greatest extent possible.
stand behind: To support or defend someone or something.
second hand: (Of goods) already used
at second hand: Obtained indirectly, through another person rather than firsthand.
equal parts: Amounts that are the same in size or quantity.
set to: To energetically begin to do, e.g. making a fire
with practice: Through repeated exercise or performance, leading to improvement or skill.
varieties of: Different kinds or types of something.
out of doors: Outside, in the open air.
in bloom: Having flowers; flowering.
provided with: Past tense of providing; supplied or equipped someone with something.
being with: Accompanying someone; being in someone's presence.
at present: Currently; now
in the hospital: Located inside a hospital receiving medical care.
in danger: Exposed to the risk of harm, injury, or loss.
close by: Near in distance; nearby.
put back: To return something to the proper place
at rest: Not moving or being used.
at fault: Responsible for something negative or undesirable; deserving blame.
think about: To consider something carefully.
in detail: Thoroughly and completely; giving full particulars.
step into: To enter a place or situation.
in honour of: To show respect and admiration for someone or something.
go forth: To begin or proceed with something, especially after hesitation or delay.
on the wind: Being carried or moving through the air by the wind.
go back to: To return to a starting point
ferret out: To discover or find something, usually after searching for it
turn in: To produce or achieve a good performance
on the road: Traveling, especially as part of a tour or journey.
call for: To demand, need or require (an action or thing)
in half: Divided into two equal parts.
on foot
in love with: Feeling romantic love for someone.
get a look: To have the opportunity to see something.
play on: To exploit or take advantage of something, such as someone's emotions or weaknesses.
work on: To devote effort to improve or develop something
going on: To continue doing something
at the door of: Located very close to the entrance or opening of a place.
draw up: To create a formal document
judging from: Based on the available evidence or information.
get on with: To have a good relationship with someone
turn out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
followed up: To check information or facts later
of late: Recently; lately.
for fear of: Because of anxiety or apprehension that something undesirable might happen.
next to: Being located along side another
made with: Containing a particular ingredient or material.
by nature: Inherently; by one's character or disposition.
with time: As time passes; eventually.
on the wing: In flight; flying.
out of order: Not in proper working condition; broken.
in the light of: Considering new information or facts.
at a loss
lay down on: To neglect duties or avoid work or effort.
in the way: Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
of any kind: Of any type or variety whatsoever.
in drawing: Indicated or shown within a technical drawing.
let in: To allow someone to enter or come in
time out: A brief suspension of activity; a pause.
in jest: Said as a joke, not seriously.
by no means: Certainly not; in no way.
front and back: On both the front and rear surfaces.
for an instant: For a very short period of time; momentarily.
answer for: Be responsible for and explain one's actions.
turned out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
in trouble: Experiencing difficulties, problems, or legal issues.
condemned to: To be destined for a particular fate, usually negative.
suffer from: To experience pain or distress; to be badly affected by.
look down on: To show you think others are not as good as you
in sight: Visible; able to be seen.
in addition to: Besides; as well as
close down: To shut an operation, company, shop
few steps: A small number of steps; a short distance.
no fear: Showing confidence or bravery; not afraid.
at home: In one's own residence or country.
run over: To go beyond a limit, e.g. of a budget
contrast with: To be strikingly different from something else.
by contrast: Used to introduce an idea or situation that is very different from one you have just mentioned.
come near: To be nearly as much as (a value)
long for: To have a strong desire or yearning for something.
black and white
box in: To trap or prevent movement by surrounding closely.
put away: To put things in a closet, etc.; tidy up
at dark: At the time when it becomes dark; evening or night.
in the clear: Free from suspicion or blame; exonerated.
under no obligation: Not required or forced to do something.
through with: Having had enough (of trouble); wanting to stop
beat about: To avoid speaking directly or clearly about something.
fall back on: To make use of, when you have no other options
break through: To move quickly through (wall, etc.) using force
shine on: To continue to shine; to keep giving light.
raised eyebrows: A reaction of surprise, disapproval, or skepticism.
thankful for: Feeling or expressing gratitude; appreciative.
at variance: In disagreement or conflict with someone or something.
vouch for: To assert or confirm as a truth based on one's experience or knowledge.
finish with: To end a relationship
set with: To be decorated or adorned with something.
for the sake of: For the purpose of; in the interest of.
come for: To arrive to collect someone or something.
round to: To visit someone's place informally, usually briefly.
in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
on the carpet: Called for a reprimand or formal criticism.
at ease
in the first place: To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
as you please: Used to indicate freedom of choice or preference.
might well: Used to indicate a good possibility or likelihood.
other than: Except for; apart from.
swear by: To have great confidence in something; to believe that something is very effective.
in the presence of: While someone or something else is present.
across the hall: In a position on the opposite side of a hallway.
track with: To follow or keep up with something, such as a conversation or a line of reasoning.
step out: To go outside for a short time
cast over: To look through or examine something briefly.
in the air: Present or circulating in the atmosphere.
keep at: To continuously try to do something
to the point: Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
clear off: To leave a place quickly and suddenly
made to be: Destined or intended for a particular purpose or relationship.
in the act: While performing an action, especially something wrong or illegal.
for now: Temporarily; for the present time.
cry out: To shout or scream loudly, often due to pain, fear, or surprise.
in the midst of: Surrounded by; in the middle of.
on fire: Very successful or popular
by god: An expression of surprise, shock, or emphasis.
in Heaven's name: Used to express surprise or anger.
in total: Completely; with everything added together.
reflect on: To think deeply or carefully about something.
doubt: Not being sure of something; lack of certainty
suppose: To imagine or guess what might happen
pleasure: Feeling of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction
silence: State of being quiet and not talking for a time
mind: To be bothered or upset by something
strange: Unusual or odd; surprising because unexpected
leave: To go away from; depart
pale: Light in color; unhealthy looking
master: To gain control over something
place: To put someone in a particular type of situation
order: Religious or social group, as of nuns
continue: To do something without stopping, or after pausing
pupil: Someone who follows, is being taught by an artist
stand: To be a candidate in an election
bring: To take or go with someone to a place
rise: To wake up and get out of bed after sleeping
head: To hit a ball with your head in a game
great: Very good; better than before
turn: To become (a particular age)
lay: Amateur; not being a trained priest
carriage: Vehicle on wheels, usually pulled by a horse
nursery: Place where trees and plants are grown and sold
fine: Good, acceptable or satisfactory
return: To hit something back to the other player or team
think: To have an idea about something without certainty
hall: Area just inside the entrance of a building
scarcely: Only a very short time before
temple: A flat area on the side of the forehead
reed: Person's name
nurse: Person trained to care for sick or injured people
breakfast: First meal of the day
candle: Stick of wax with a string you light to make light
horse: Large animal with 4 legs used for riding
miller: Someone who grinds grain into flour
abbot: Someone who is in control of an abbey of monks
mama: A mother

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abbot
US /'æbət/
UK /ˈæbət/
- Countable Noun
- Someone who is in control of an abbey of monks
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above all
US /əˈbʌv ɔl/
UK /əˈbʌv ɔ:l/
- Phrase
- Most importantly; more than anything else.
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account for
US /əˈkaʊnt fɔr/
UK /əˈkaunt fɔ:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To explain the cause or reason for something
- To form a particular amount or part of something.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To supply a reason or explanation for something.
- To form a particular amount or proportion of something.
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account of
US /əˈkaʊnt ʌv/
UK /əˈkaunt ɔv/
- Noun
- A spoken or written description of an event.
- Preposition
- Because of; for the reason of.
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across the hall
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UK
- Phrase
- In a position on the opposite side of a hallway.
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after all
US /ˈæftɚ ɔl/
UK /ˈɑ:ftə ɔ:l/
- Adverb
- In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
- Considering everything; used to indicate that something is happening or is true despite some difficulty or obstacle
- Phrase
- Despite what was expected or thought; in spite of everything.
- Taking everything into consideration; considering that.
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after dark
US
UK
- Phrase
- After the sun has set and night has begun.
- Adjective
- Occurring or operating secretly or illicitly, especially at night.
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after dinner
US
UK
- Phrase
- Following the meal of dinner.
- Adjective
- Suitable for or done after dinner.
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all along
US /ɔl əˈlɔŋ/
UK /ɔ:l əˈlɔŋ/
- Adverb
- From the beginning; all the time.
- Phrase
- In a line parallel to something long.
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all at once
US
UK
- Adverb
- Suddenly; at the same time
- At the same time; simultaneously
- Phrase
- Suddenly; at the same time
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allow me
US
UK
- Phrase
- A polite way of offering to do something for someone.
- A formal way to ask for permission or to introduce oneself.
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along with
US /əˈlɔŋ wɪð/
UK /əˈlɔŋ wið/
- Preposition
- In addition to; together with.
- Adverb
- In company or together with someone or something.
- Including; in addition to.
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answer for
US /ˈænsɚ fər/
UK /ˈɑ:nsə fə/
- other
- Be responsible for and explain one's actions.
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answer to
US
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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as for
US /æz fɔr/
UK /æz fɔ:/
- Preposition
- Concerning; regarding.
- Phrase
- Used to introduce a new topic or aspect of a subject.
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as long as
US /æz lɔŋ æz/
UK /æz lɔŋ æz/
- Conjunction
- For the period that; provided that.
- For the length of time that
- Preposition
- On the condition that; providing that.
- Having the same length as.
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as one
US
UK
- Adverb
- Acting or moving together at the same time.
- In complete agreement or unity.
- Phrase
- With a single voice or opinion; unanimously.
- In perfect harmony or unison.
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as soon as
US /æz sun æz/
UK /æz su:n æz/
- Phrase
- In a short time after (something happens)
- Without any delay; immediately
- Conjunction
- At the moment that, or immediately after.
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as such
US /æz sʌtʃ/
UK /æz sʌtʃ/
- Pronoun
- Something previously stated or understood
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as well as
US /æz wɛl æz/
UK /æz wel æz/
- Adverb
- Also; in addition to
- Preposition
- In addition to; and also.
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as with
US /æz wɪð/
UK /æz wið/
- Preposition
- In the same way that something happens or is true of something else.
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as you please
US /əz ju pliz/
UK /əz juː pli:z/
- other
- Used to indicate freedom of choice or preference.
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at a distance
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UK
- Phrase
- Far away; not close.
- Emotionally detached; not intimate.
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at a loss
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UK
- Phrase
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at a time
US /æt e taɪm/
UK /æt ə taim/
- Phrase
- Separately; one by one
- Simultaneously; together
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at any rate
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UK
- Phrase
- Whatever happens; in any case; anyway.
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at dark
US /ˌæt dɑrk/
UK /ˌæt dɑ:k/
- other
- At the time when it becomes dark; evening or night.
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at ease
US /æt iz/
UK /æt i:z/
- Phrase
- Adjective
- Free from constraint, embarrassment, or awkwardness; relaxed.
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at fault
US /æt fɔlt/
UK /æt fɔ:lt/
- Adjective
- Responsible for something negative or undesirable; deserving blame.
- Phrase
- Culpable; deserving of blame or censure.
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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 intervals
US /ˌæt ˈɪntɚvəlz/
UK /ˌæt ˈɪntəvəlz/
- other
- Occurring with breaks of time in between.
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at last
US /æt læst/
UK /æt lɑ:st/
- Adverb
- Finally; after a long delay.
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at least
US /æt list/
UK /æt li:st/
- Adverb
- As a minimum
- Not less than
- Phrase
- No less than; at the minimum
- Used to indicate that something is positive in a bad situation.
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at length
US /æt lɛŋkθ/
UK /æt leŋθ/
- Adverb
- In detail; fully
- Phrase
- After a long time; eventually
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at liberty
US /ˌæt ˈlɪbərti/
UK /ˌæt ˈlɪbəti/
- other
- Free or not confined; allowed to go free.
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at night
US /æt naɪt/
UK /æt nait/
- Phrase
- During the night; in the nighttime.
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at once
US /æt wʌns/
UK /æt wʌns/
- Adverb
- Immediately; without delay
- At the same time; simultaneously
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at present
US /æt ˈprɛznt/
UK /æt ˈprezənt/
- Phrase
- Currently; now
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at rest
US /æt rɛst/
UK /æt rest/
- Adjective
- Not moving or being used.
- In a state of peace, quiet, or relaxation.
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at school
US
UK
- Phrase
- Present and attending school.
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at second hand
US /æt ˌsekənd ˈhænd/
UK /æt ˌsekənd ˈhand/
- other
- Obtained indirectly, through another person rather than firsthand.
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at table
US /æt ˈteɪbəl/
UK /æt ˈteibl/
- other
- Seated at a table, especially for a meal.
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at that time
US /æt ðæt taɪm/
UK /æt ðæt taim/
- Phrase
- During a specific point in the past.
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at the door of
US /æt ðə dɔr ʌv/
UK /æt ðə dɔ: əv/
- other
- Located very close to the entrance or opening of a place.
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at the same time
US
UK
- Phrase
- Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- Nevertheless; however; used to introduce a contrasting or qualifying statement.
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at times
US /æt taɪmz/
UK /æt taɪmz/
- Phrase
- Sometimes; occasionally.
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at variance
US /ət ˈvɛriəns/
UK /ət ˈveəriəns/
- other
- In disagreement or conflict with someone or something.
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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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beat about
US /bit əˈbaʊt/
UK /bi:t əˈbaʊt/
- other
- To avoid speaking directly or clearly about something.
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before long
US /bɪˈfɔr lɔŋ/
UK /biˈfɔ: lɔŋ/
- Phrase
- Soon; in a short time.
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behind the curtain
US
UK
- Phrase
- Secretly; not in public view.
- In the space at the back of a curtain.
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being with
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- Accompanying someone; being in someone's presence.
- Supporting someone's opinion or cause.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- Accompanying someone; spending time with someone.
- Supporting someone; agreeing with someone.
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black and white
US /blæk ənd hwaɪt/
UK /blæk ænd hwait/
- Phrase
- Adjective
- Showing images only in black, grey, and white, not in colour.
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book on
US
UK
- Noun
- A book about a particular subject.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To place a bet on something.
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box in
US /bɑks ɪn/
UK /bɒks ɪn/
- other
- To trap or prevent movement by surrounding closely.
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break through
US /brek θru/
UK /breik θru:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To move quickly through (wall, etc.) using force
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breakfast
US /ˈbrɛkfəst/
UK /ˈbrekfəst/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- First meal of the day
- Intransitive Verb
- To have the first meal of the day
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breeze through
US /briz θru/
UK /bri:z θru:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To succeed very easily in something.
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by contrast
US /baɪ ˈkɑntræst/
UK /bai ˈkɔntræst/
- Phrase
- Used to introduce an idea or situation that is very different from one you have just mentioned.
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by degrees
US
UK
- Adverb
- Gradually; little by little.
- Phrase
- Gradually; little by little.
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by god
US
UK
- Interjection
- An expression of surprise, shock, or emphasis.
- An expression of strong promise or determination.
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by heart
US /baɪ hɑrt/
UK /bai hɑ:t/
- Adverb
- Learned or memorized perfectly.
- Phrase
- To memorize something perfectly
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by nature
US /baɪ ˈnetʃɚ/
UK /bai ˈneitʃə/
- Adverb
- Inherently; by one's character or disposition.
- Phrase
- Inherently; by one's natural disposition or character.
- According to its essential characteristics; intrinsically.
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by no means
US
UK
- Phrase
- Certainly not; in no way.
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by the bye
US /baɪ ðə baɪ/
UK /baɪ ðə baɪ/
- other
- Used to introduce a side remark or incidentally.
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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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called off
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To cancel or stop planning an activity or event
- Ordered someone or something to stop attacking or pursuing (past tense).
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candle
US /ˈkændl/
UK /ˈkændl/
- Countable Noun
- Stick of wax with a string you light to make light
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care for
US /kɛr fɔr/
UK /kɛə fɔ:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To want or desire a thing
- To look after someone who is ill, old, or very young.
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care of
US /kɛr ʌv/
UK /kɛə ɔv/
- Preposition
- Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
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carriage
US /ˈkærɪdʒ/
UK /ˈkærɪdʒ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Vehicle on wheels, usually pulled by a horse
- A separate section of a train for passengers.
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carry on
US /ˈkæri ɑn/
UK /ˈkæri ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To engage in an activity, e.g. a conversation
- To continue or keep doing something
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To continue doing something
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cast over
US /kæst ˈoʊvɚ/
UK /kɑ:st ˈəuvə/
- other
- To look through or examine something briefly.
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change your mind
US
UK
- Phrase
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charged with
US
UK
- Transitive Verb
- To be officially accused of something
- To entrust someone with a duty or responsibility
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clear off
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To leave a place quickly and suddenly
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clock in
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To record the time of one's arrival at work, typically using a time clock.
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close behind
US
UK
- Adverb
- Following very closely; in close pursuit.
- Adjective
- Near to overtaking or surpassing in a competition or ranking.
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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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close down
US /kloz daʊn/
UK /kləuz daun/
- Phrasal Verb
- To shut an operation, company, shop
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close up
US /kloz ʌp/
UK /kləuz ʌp/
- Countable Noun
- A photograph or film shot taken of a subject at close range.
- Adverb
- To move nearer to someone or something.
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come back
US /kʌm bæk/
UK /kʌm bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To reply to someone, often forcefully
- To be remembered
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come for
US /kʌm fɔr/
UK /kʌm fɔ:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To arrive to collect someone or something.
- To attack someone.
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come from
US /kʌm frʌm/
UK /kʌm frɔm/
- Phrasal Verb
- To have as your native country or city
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come near
US /kʌm nɪr/
UK /kʌm niə/
- Phrasal Verb
- To be nearly as much as (a value)
- To approach
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come up
US /kʌm ʌp/
UK /kʌm ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To come closer to someone; approach
- (Of sun) to rise into the sky in the morning
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compared with
US /kəmˈpɛrd wɪð/
UK /kəmˈpeəd wið/
- Preposition
- In relation to
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To have examined the differences or similarities between two or more things.
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condemned to
US
UK
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To be destined for a particular fate, usually negative.
- To be sentenced to a particular punishment.
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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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consist of
US /kənˈsɪst ʌv/
UK /kənˈsist ɔv/
- Phrasal Verb
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contrary to
US /ˈkɑnˌtrɛri tu/
UK /ˈkɔntrəri tu:/
- Preposition
- In opposition to; against.
- Differing from; not in agreement with.
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contrast with
US /ˈkɑntræst wɪð/
UK /ˈkɔntræst wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To be strikingly different from something else.
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cross legged
US
UK
- Adverb
- In a position with the legs crossed.
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cry out
US /kraɪ aʊt/
UK /krai aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To shout or scream loudly, often due to pain, fear, or surprise.
- To protest or object strongly and publicly.
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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 to
US /dil tə/
UK /di:l tə/
- other
- To give or inflict something, often harm or punishment.
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delight in
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To take great pleasure in something.
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dispense with
US /dɪˈspɛns wɪð/
UK /disˈpens wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To get rid of; do without; eliminate.
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distinguish from
US
UK
- Transitive Verb
- To recognize or point out a difference; to tell apart.
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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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do without
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To manage without having or doing something
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down the middle
US
UK
- Phrase
- In or along the center of something.
- (In baseball) directly over the center of home plate.
- Adjective
- Taking a neutral or moderate position; avoiding extremes.
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draw up
US /drɔ ʌp/
UK /drɔ: ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To create a formal document
- To stand straight to make yourself look taller
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each end
US
UK
- Phrase
- At both extremities or sides of something.
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equal parts
US
UK
- Phrase
- Amounts that are the same in size or quantity.
- In amounts that are the same.
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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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fall back on
US /fɔl bæk ɑn/
UK /fɔ:l bæk ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To make use of, when you have no other options
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ferret out
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To discover or find something, usually after searching for it
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few steps
US
UK
- Phrase
- A small number of steps; a short distance.
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fine
US /faɪn/
UK /faɪn/
- Adjective
- Good, acceptable or satisfactory
- Of high quality; made with great skill
- Countable Noun
- Money you have to pay because you broke a rule
- (at the end of a piece of music) the end
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finish with
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To end a relationship
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first words
US
UK
- Noun
- The initial words spoken by a baby or young child.
- The opening words of a written text or document.
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fix on
US /fɪks ɑn/
UK /fɪks ɒn/
- other
- To choose or decide on something or someone.
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fly at
US /flaɪ æt/
UK /flai æt/
- other
- To suddenly criticize or attack someone verbally.
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fold up
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To collapse or be able to be collapsed into a smaller shape, often for storage.
- To fail and close down (a business).
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followed up
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To check information or facts later
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To contact someone again after an initial meeting or communication.
- To take further action; to pursue something further.
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for a minute
US
UK
- Phrase
- For a short period of time; briefly.
- Used to indicate a sudden realization or thought.
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for an instant
US
UK
- Phrase
- For a very short period of time; momentarily.
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for fear of
US /fɔr fɪr ʌv/
UK /fɔ: fiə ɔv/
- Phrase
- Because of anxiety or apprehension that something undesirable might happen.
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for instance
US /fɔr ˈɪnstəns/
UK /fɔ: ˈinstəns/
- Adverb
- As an example.
- Phrase
- As an example.
- As an illustration or case in point
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for myself
US /fɚ maɪˈsɛlf/
UK /fə maɪˈself/
- other
- Done for one's own benefit or use.
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for nothing
US
UK
- Phrase
- Without payment or reward; to no purpose or effect; in vain
- Free; without cost
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for now
US /fɔr naʊ/
UK /fɔ: nau/
- Phrase
- Temporarily; for the present time.
- In the short term; for the immediate future.
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for one thing
US /fɔr wʌn θɪŋ/
UK /fɔ: wʌn θiŋ/
- Phrase
- Used to introduce a reason for something.
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for the present
US /fɚ ðə ˈprɛzənt/
UK /fə ðə ˈprezənt/
- other
- For now; temporarily or at this time.
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for the rest
US /fɔr ði rɛst/
UK /fɔ: ðə rest/
- Phrase
- Concerning the remaining people or things.
- During the remaining part of a period of time.
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for the sake of
US /fɔr ði sek ʌv/
UK /fɔ: ðə seik ɔv/
- Phrase
- For the purpose of; in the interest of.
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from home
US
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 heart
US /frəm ðə hɑrt/
UK /frəm ðə hɑ:t/
- other
- In a very sincere and genuine way.
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from time to time
US
UK
- Phrase
- Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
- At intervals; now and then.
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front and back
US
UK
- Adverb
- On both the front and rear surfaces.
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frown at
US /fraʊn æt/
UK /fraun æt/
- other
- To show disapproval or displeasure by furrowing the brows.
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further out
US
UK
- Adverb
- At a greater distance; more distant.
- To a more advanced or remote stage or point.
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get a look
US
UK
- Intransitive Verb
- To have the opportunity to see something.
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get on with
US /ɡɛt ɑn wɪð/
UK /ɡet ɔn wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To have a good relationship with someone
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give out
US /ɡɪv aʊt/
UK /ɡiv aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To be used up; have nothing left; fail
- To publicly state something
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go after
US /ɡo ˈæftɚ/
UK /ɡəu ˈɑ:ftə/
- Phrasal Verb
- To chase or pursue something
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go back to
US /ɡo bæk tu/
UK /ɡəu bæk tu:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To return to a starting point
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go forth
US /ɡo fɔrθ/
UK /ɡəu fɔ:θ/
- Phrasal Verb
- To begin or proceed with something, especially after hesitation or delay.
- To leave a place, especially to embark on a journey or mission.
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go on
US /ɡo ɑn/
UK /ɡəu ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To continue doing something
- To happen (usually negative)
- Interjection
- Used to encourage someone
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go out
US /ɡo aʊt/
UK /ɡəu aut/
- Phrase
- To leave a building (e.g. a house)
- Phrasal Verb
- (Of a fire) to burn out; be extinguished
- Go out of fashion to stop being fashionable
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going on
US /ˈɡoɪŋ ɑn/
UK /ˈgəʊɪŋ ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To continue doing something
- To happen (usually negative)
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grow up
US /ɡro ʌp/
UK /ɡrəu ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To develop from a child into an adult
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guard against
US /ɡɑrd əˈɡenst/
UK /ɡɑ:d əˈɡenst/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To take precautions against something undesirable.
- Phrasal Verb
- To take precautions against something; to protect oneself from something negative.
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hall
US /hɔl/
UK /hɔ:l/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Area just inside the entrance of a building
- Large room/building for public events/gatherings
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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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have at
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To attack someone or something.
- To begin doing something with enthusiasm.
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have to
US /hæv tu/
UK /ˈhæv tə/
- Auxiliary Verb
- Must do
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head up
US /hɛd ʌp/
UK /hed ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To lead or manage a team, project, or organization.
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high voice
US
UK
- Noun
- A voice with a high pitch or frequency.
- A voice suitable for singing soprano.
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home in
US /ˈhoʊm ɪn/
UK /ˈhəum ɪn/
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- Move or direct toward a specific target or goal.
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horse
US /hɔ:rs/
UK /hɔ:s/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Large animal with 4 legs used for riding
- Stand or frame used to support something
- Intransitive Verb
- To fool around stupidly
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in a manner
US /ɪn e ˈmænɚ/
UK /in ə ˈmænə/
- Phrase
- In a specific way or style.
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in a sense
US /ɪn e sɛns/
UK /in ə sens/
- Phrase
- In one way of thinking; to some extent; in some ways.
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in addition to
US /ɪn əˈdɪʃən tu/
UK /in əˈdiʃən tu:/
- Preposition
- Besides; as well as
- Phrase
- Besides; as well as.
- Furthermore; moreover.
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in all likelihood
US /ɪn ɔl ˈlaɪkliˌhʊd/
UK /in ɔ:l ˈlaiklihud/
- Phrase
- Very probably; almost certainly.
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in bloom
US /ɪn blum/
UK /in blu:m/
- Adjective
- Having flowers; flowering.
- Flourishing; at a peak of development or success.
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in broad daylight
US /ɪn brɔd ˈdeˌlaɪt/
UK /in brɔ:d ˈdeilait/
- Phrase
- Openly and brazenly, especially during the day when it is easily visible.
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in danger
US /ɪn ˈdendʒɚ/
UK /in ˈdeindʒə/
- Phrase
- Exposed to the risk of harm, injury, or loss.
- At risk of experiencing something negative or harmful.
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in detail
US /ɪn dɪˈtel/
UK /in ˈdi:teil/
- Phrase
- Thoroughly and completely; giving full particulars.
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in drawing
US /ɪn ˈdrɔɪŋ/
UK /in ˈdrɔ:iŋ/
- Preposition
- Indicated or shown within a technical drawing.
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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 good health
US /ɪn ɡʊd hɛlθ/
UK /in ɡud helθ/
- Adjective
- Being in a state of physical and mental well-being; not sick or injured.
- Phrase
- In a healthy condition; showing no signs of illness.
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in green
US /ɪn ɡrin/
UK /ɪn ɡri:n/
- other
- Located in or surrounded by green plants or fields.
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in half
US /ɪn hæf/
UK /in hɑ:f/
- Adverb
- Divided into two equal parts.
- Partially; to some extent.
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in hand
US /ɪn hænd/
UK /in hænd/
- Phrase
- In one's possession or control.
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in Heaven's name
US /ɪn ˈhɛvənz neɪm/
UK /ɪn ˈhevənz neɪm/
- other
- Used to express surprise or anger.
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in honour of
US
UK
- Phrase
- To show respect and admiration for someone or something.
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in jest
US /ɪn dʒɛst/
UK /ɪn dʒest/
- other
- Said as a joke, not seriously.
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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 mind
US /ɪn maɪnd/
UK /in maind/
- Phrase
- Being aware of or considering something.
- To remember or consider something.
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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 reality
US /ɪn riˈælɪti/
UK /in riˈæliti/
- Phrase
- Actually; in fact; truly.
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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.
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in sight
US /ɪn saɪt/
UK /in sait/
- Phrase
- Visible; able to be seen.
- Near to being achieved; imminent.
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in that order
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UK
- Phrase
- Following the sequence or arrangement previously mentioned or understood.
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in the act
US /ɪn ði ækt/
UK /in ðə ækt/
- Phrase
- While performing an action, especially something wrong or illegal.
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in the air
US
UK
- Phrase
- Present or circulating in the atmosphere.
- Felt or sensed by many people; circulating as a rumor or feeling.
- Adjective
- Being broadcast on radio or television.
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in the clear
US /ɪn ði klɪr/
UK /in ðə kliə/
- Adjective
- Free from suspicion or blame; exonerated.
- Out of danger or difficulty; safe.
- Phrase
- Free from obstructions; unobstructed.
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in the dark
US /ɪn ði dɑrk/
UK /in ðə dɑ:k/
- Adjective
- Uninformed about something; unaware.
- Phrase
- In a state of secrecy or ignorance.
- In a place with little or no light.
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in the first place
US
UK
- Phrase
- To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
- From the beginning; initially.
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in the hospital
US /ɪn ðə ˈhɑspɪtəl/
UK /in ðə ˈhɒspɪtəl/
- Preposition
- Located inside a hospital receiving medical care.
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in the house
US
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- Phrase
- Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
- Within a legislative body, such as a parliament or congress.
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in the light of
US /ɪn ðə ˈlaɪt ʌv/
UK /in ðə ˈlaɪt ɔv/
- other
- Considering new information or facts.
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in the middle of
US
UK
- Phrase
- In the central part or point of something.
- Engaged or occupied with something.
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in the midst of
US
UK
- Phrase
- Surrounded by; in the middle of.
- During; while something is happening.
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in the mood
US /ɪn ði mud/
UK /in ðə mu:d/
- Adjective
- Wanting to do something
- Having a desire for sex
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in the open
US /ɪn ði ˈopən/
UK /in ðə ˈəupən/
- Phrase
- Publicly; not secret.
- Outdoors; not inside a building or covered space.
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in the presence of
US /ɪn ðə ˈprɛzəns ʌv/
UK /in ðə ˈprezəns ɔv/
- Preposition
- While someone or something else is present.
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in the red
US
UK
- Adjective
- Operating at a loss; in debt.
- Phrase
- Having overdrawn money from a bank account.
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in the way
US /ɪn ði we/
UK /in ðə wei/
- Phrase
- Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
- Stored or placed so as to be available or ready when needed.
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in the world
US /ɪn ði wɜrld/
UK /in ðə wɜː(r)ld/
- Phrase
- Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- Used to indicate the extent or degree of something, often in a superlative sense.
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in theory
US /ɪn ˈθiəri/
UK /in ˈθiəri/
- Adverb
- According to the stated ideas or principles
- Phrase
- According to the theoretical possibilities rather than actual practice.
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in time
US /ɪn taɪm/
UK /in taim/
- Adverb
- Eventually; after a period of time.
- Not late; with enough time to spare.
- Phrase
- Eventually; before it is too late.
- According to the scheduled time; punctual.
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in total
US /ɪn ˈtotl/
UK /in ˈtəutəl/
- Phrase
- Completely; with everything added together.
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in trouble
US /ɪn ˈtrʌbəl/
UK /in ˈtrʌbl/
- Adjective
- Experiencing difficulties, problems, or legal issues.
- other
- In serious trouble or difficulty.
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in vain
US /ɪn ven/
UK /in vein/
- Phrase
- Without success or result; futilely.
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instead of
US /ɪnˈstɛd ʌv/
UK /inˈsted ɔv/
- Preposition
- When one thing is replaced by another
- Adverb
- As a substitute or alternative.
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judging from
US
UK
- Phrase
- Based on the available evidence or information.
- Based on someone's looks or outward presentation.
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keep at
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To continuously try to do something
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lay
US /le/
UK /leɪ/
- Adjective
- Amateur; not being a trained priest
- Transitive Verb
- To place a bet on a game outcome
- (Of a bird, etc.) to produce eggs from its body
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lay down on
US /leɪ daʊn ɑn/
UK /leɪ daʊn ɒn/
- other
- To neglect duties or avoid work or effort.
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lay in
US /le ɪn/
UK /lei in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To provide stocks (e.g. for the winter)
- Stayed in bed later than usual in the morning.
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left open
US
UK
- Adjective
- Not closed, ajar.
- Available; not yet filled or decided.
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let down
US /lɛt daʊn/
UK /let daun/
- Phrasal Verb
- To disappoint someone (e.g. by breaking a promise)
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let in
US /lɛt ɪn/
UK /let in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To allow someone to enter or come in
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level with
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To be honest and straightforward with someone; to tell someone the truth.
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lie down
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To put your body in a flat position, as to sleep
- Phrase
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lock in
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To secure something, such as a price or deal, for a specific period.
- To confine someone or something in a place by locking the door.
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long for
US /lɔŋ fɔr/
UK /lɔŋ fɔ:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To have a strong desire or yearning for something.
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look at
US /lʊk æt/
UK /luk æt/
- Phrasal Verb
- To use your eyes to focus on something
- To focus your eyes on something carefully
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look down on
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To show you think others are not as good as you
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look over
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To check something to see it works well; inspect
- To examine or inspect something quickly.
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look to
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- Be looking to. be planning to (do something)
- To expect someone to do something for you; rely on
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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
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made to be
US
UK
- Phrase
- Destined or intended for a particular purpose or relationship.
- Designed or constructed with a specific quality or characteristic.
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made with
US
UK
- Phrase
- Containing a particular ingredient or material.
- Created or produced using a specific tool, method, or process.
- Phrasal Verb
- To offer or provide something, often quickly or unexpectedly.
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mama
US /ˈmɑmə/
UK /'mæmə/
- Noun
- A mother
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master
US /ˈmæstɚ/
UK /'mɑ:stə(r)/
- Transitive Verb
- To gain control over something
- To learn to do something very well
- Adjective
- Being very skilled at doing something
- Being the main or most important thing or part
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might well
US
UK
- Modal Verb
- Used to indicate a good possibility or likelihood.
- Used to suggest a sensible or advisable course of action.
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miller
US /ˈmɪlɚ/
UK /'mɪlə(r)/
- Countable Noun
- Someone who grinds grain into flour
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my eye
US /ˈmaɪ aɪ/
UK /ˈmaɪ ai/
- other
- Used to express disbelief or skepticism.
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next to
US /nɛkst tu/
UK /nekst tu:/
- Preposition
- Being located along side another
- In comparison with
- Adverb
- Almost; nearly
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no fear
US /no fɪɚ/
UK /nəʊ fɪə/
- other
- Showing confidence or bravery; not afraid.
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not necessary
US
UK
- Adjective
- Not required; not needed.
- Phrase
- Optional; not compulsory.
- Avoidable; not inevitable.
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nurse
US /nɜ:rs/
UK /nɜ:s/
- Countable Noun
- Person trained to care for sick or injured people
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To care for and look after someone who is sick
- To keep holding a bad feeling about someone
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nursery
US /ˈnɜ:rsəri/
UK /ˈnɜ:səri/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Place where trees and plants are grown and sold
- Room in a hospital where babies are cared for
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of age
US /əv eɪdʒ/
UK /əv eɪdʒ/
- other
- Having reached the legal age of adulthood.
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of any kind
US
UK
- Phrase
- Of any type or variety whatsoever.
- To any degree or extent.
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of course
US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/
UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/
- Adverb
- Sure ; Certainly
- Phrase
- For sure; certainly
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of interest
US /əv ˈɪntrɪst/
UK /əv ˈɪntrəst/
- other
- Relevant or important to someone or something.
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of late
US
UK
- Phrase
- Recently; lately.
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of old
US /ʌv oʊld/
UK /əv əuld/
- other
- From a long time ago; in the past.
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of yours
US /ʌv jʊɚz/
UK /əv jɔ:z/
- other
- Belonging to you; your possession or property.
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on a level
US
UK
- Phrase
- In a fair and equal manner; with equal opportunities.
- At the same height or plane as something else.
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on account of
US /ɑn əˈkaʊnt ʌv/
UK /ɔn əˈkaunt ɔv/
- Preposition
- Because of.
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on fire
US /ɑn faɪr/
UK /ɔn ˈfaiə/
- Adjective
- Very successful or popular
- Burning
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on foot
US /ɑn fʊt/
UK /ɔn fut/
- Phrase
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on hand
US /ɑn hænd/
UK /ɔn hænd/
- Adverb
- Present and available; in attendance.
- Phrase
- Available; readily accessible.
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on purpose
US /ɑn ˈpɚpəs/
UK /ɔn ˈpə:pəs/
- Idiom
- Intentionally; deliberately.
- Phrase
- Intentionally; deliberately.
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on second thoughts
US
UK
- Phrase
- After reconsidering; changing one's mind.
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on the carpet
US /ɑn ðə ˈkɑrpɪt/
UK /ɒn ðə ˈkɑ:pɪt/
- other
- Called for a reprimand or formal criticism.
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on the contrary
US
UK
- Phrase
- In contrast; from the opposite standpoint
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on the floor
US
UK
- Phrase
- Located on the ground or bottom surface of a room.
- Actively participating in dancing or other floor-based activities.
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on the ground
US
UK
- Phrase
- Located on the surface of the earth.
- Present and available in a particular place, especially to deal with a situation.
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on the line
US /ɑn ði laɪn/
UK /ɔn ðə lain/
- Phrase
- At risk; in a situation where something could be lost.
- Having a great deal of responsibility.
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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.
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on the table
US /ɑn ði ˈtebəl/
UK /ɔn ðə ˈteibl/
- Phrase
- Located on the surface of a table.
- Available for consideration or discussion.
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on the wind
US /ɑn ðə wɪnd/
UK /ɒn ðə wɪnd/
- other
- Being carried or moving through the air by the wind.
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on the wing
US /ɑn ði wɪŋ/
UK /ɔn ðə wiŋ/
- Phrase
- In flight; flying.
- Traveling or moving quickly from place to place.
- Adjective
- In motion or in the process of being transported.
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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.
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other than
US
UK
- Preposition
- Except for; apart from.
- Conjunction
- Different from.
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out cold
US
UK
- Adjective
- Unconscious; knocked out.
- In a deep sleep; completely asleep.
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out of doors
US /aʊt əv dɔɚz/
UK /aʊt əv dɔ:z/
- other
- Outside, in the open air.
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out of order
US /aʊt ʌv ˈɔrdɚ/
UK /aut ɔv ˈɔ:də/
- Adjective
- Not in proper working condition; broken.
- Not following the rules of procedure; inappropriate.
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out of the question
US
UK
- Phrase
- Impossible; not worth discussing.
- Idiom
- Impossible; not to be considered.
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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.
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out there
US /aʊt ðɛr/
UK /aut ðɛə/
- Adverb
- In or to a place that is far away
- Existing in the universe
- Adjective
- Unconventional; strange; avant-garde
- Existing or available.
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outside of
US /aʊtˈsaɪd ʌv/
UK /ˌautˈsaid ɔv/
- Preposition
- Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
- Beyond the scope, range, or limits of something.
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over to
US
UK
- Preposition
- Used to hand over to someone else to speak
- The responsibility is now yours
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owing to
US /ˈoɪŋ tu/
UK /ˈəuiŋ tu:/
- Adverb
- Due to
- Preposition
- Because of; due to.
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pale
US /pel/
UK /peɪl/
- Adjective
- Light in color; unhealthy looking
- Transitive Verb
- To reduce the effect of
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part with
US /pɑrt wɪð/
UK /pɑ:t wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To give something away; relinquish possession of something.
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pass through
US /pæs θru/
UK /pɑ:s θru:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To experience something, often unpleasant or difficult.
- To go through something; to move from one side to the other of something.
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per annum
US
UK
- Phrase
- By the year; each year
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per cent
US /pɚ sɛnt/
UK /pə: sent/
- Adverb
- Out of every 100; a proportion multiplied by 100
- Noun
- A fraction expressed as a proportion of 100
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planted on
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To deceive someone
- To put something on someone to make them look guilty
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play on
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To exploit or take advantage of something, such as someone's emotions or weaknesses.
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pleasure
US /ˈplɛʒɚ/
UK /'pleʒə(r)/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Feeling of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction
- A thing that causes enjoyment or delight.
- Transitive Verb
- To give someone pleasure or satisfaction.
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pour out
US /pɔr aʊt/
UK /pɔ: aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To serve a drink by letting it flow from a container.
- To express your feelings freely and openly.
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provided with
US /prəˈvaɪdɪd wɪð/
UK /prəˈvaidid wið/
- Verb
- Past tense of providing; supplied or equipped someone with something.
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pupil
US /ˈpjupəl/
UK /ˈpju:pl/
- Countable Noun
- Someone who follows, is being taught by an artist
- Small, black round part of the middle of the eye
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put away
US /pʊt əˈwe/
UK /put əˈwei/
- Phrasal Verb
- To put things in a closet, etc.; tidy up
- To eat quickly
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put back
US /pʊt bæk/
UK /put bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To return something to the proper place
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put off
US /pʊt ɔf/
UK /put ɔf/
- Phrasal Verb
- To take off, e.g. clothing
- To delay until a later date
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put out
US /pʊt aʊt/
UK /put aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To publish, e.g. a book
- To cause someone to be troubled or inconvenienced
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put to bed
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To help a child get into bed and ready to sleep.
- To stop a story or rumor from being believed.
- Transitive Verb
- To complete the final version of a newspaper or magazine and send it to be printed.
- To abandon or discard an idea or project.
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quarrel with
US /ˈkwɔrəl wɪθ/
UK /ˈkwɒrəl wɪð/
- other
- To have an argument or disagreement with someone.
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raised eyebrows
US
UK
- Phrase
- A reaction of surprise, disapproval, or skepticism.
- To lift one's eyebrows, often to express surprise, disbelief, or disapproval.
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ran up to
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- Approached quickly by running.
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rather than
US
UK
- Adverb
- More exactly; more correctly
- Preferably; instead
- Preposition
- Instead of
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read for
US /rid fɚ/
UK /ri:d fə/
- other
- To read aloud on behalf of someone else.
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read through
US /rid θru/
UK /ri:d θru:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To read something from beginning to end, often to find mistakes or check details.
- To read something quickly without paying attention to details.
- Noun
- A rehearsal where actors read through the script without acting it out fully.
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reed
US /ri:d/
UK /ri:d/
- Proper Noun
- Person's name
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Thin piece of wood blown to produce musical notes
- Tall grass-like plant that grows close to water
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reflect on
US /rɪˈflɛkt ɑn/
UK /riˈflekt ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To think deeply or carefully about something.
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rise up
US /raɪz ʌp/
UK /raiz ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To attempt to defeat government or ruler
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round to
US /raʊnd tə/
UK /raund tə/
- other
- To visit someone's place informally, usually briefly.
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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
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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.
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scarcely
US /ˈskɛrsli/
UK /ˈskeəsli/
- Adverb
- Only a very short time before
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second hand
US /ˈsɛkənd hænd/
UK /ˈsekənd hænd/
- Adverb
- (Of goods) already used
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secret of
US
UK
- Phrase
- The key or hidden information that explains something.
- Confidential information about something.
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see into
US /si ˈɪntu/
UK /si: ˈɪntə/
- other
- To investigate or examine closely.
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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.
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set out
US /sɛt aʊt/
UK /set aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To arrange something in an orderly fashion
- To give in detail in writing
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set to
US /sɛt tu/
UK /set tu:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To energetically begin to do, e.g. making a fire
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set with
US /sɛt wɪð/
UK /set wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To be decorated or adorned with something.
- To be covered or filled with something.
- Adjective
- Having a strong and resolute intention or purpose.
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shine on
US /ʃaɪn ɑn/
UK /ʃain ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To continue to shine; to keep giving light.
- To prosper or be successful.
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shut up
US /ʃʌt ʌp/
UK /ʃʌt ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To close something, e.g. a shop
- To (cause someone to) be silent or not speak
- Interjection
- An expression of disbelief or surprise
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side with
US /saɪd wɪð/
UK /said wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To support one person or group against another in a disagreement.
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silence
US /ˈsaɪləns/
UK /'saɪləns/
- Uncountable Noun
- State of being quiet and not talking for a time
- When there is not sound or noise; complete quiet
- Transitive Verb
- To stop the noise that something is making
- To prevent someone from expressing thoughts
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sit about
US /sɪt əˈbaʊt/
UK /sɪt əˈbaʊt/
- other
- To spend time doing nothing or being lazy.
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sit down
US /sit daʊn/
UK /sit daun/
- Phrasal Verb
- To take a seat
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sit with
US /sit wɪð/
UK /sit wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To stay with someone and provide support or comfort.
- To take time to consider or accept something.
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smooth away
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To remove wrinkles or imperfections from something by smoothing it with your hand or an object.
- To resolve or eliminate problems, difficulties, or disagreements.
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speak of
US /spik ʌv/
UK /spi:k ɔv/
- Phrasal Verb
- To mention someone or something in conversation.
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speak to
US /spik tu/
UK /spi:k tu:/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To address or communicate with someone.
- To indicate or suggest something; to be relevant to.
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stand behind
US /stænd bɪˈhaɪnd/
UK /stænd biˈhaind/
- Phrasal Verb
- To support or defend someone or something.
- To take responsibility for something.
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stand by
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To keep to an agreement
- To wait for something to happen, e.g. TV broadcast
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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.
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step out
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To go outside for a short time
- To begin a romantic relationship with someone.
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strike back
US /straɪk bæk/
UK /straik bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To retaliate or counterattack.
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such as
US /sʌtʃ æz/
UK /sʌtʃ æz/
- Preposition
- For example; like
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suffer from
US /ˈsʌfɚ frʌm/
UK /ˈsʌfə frɔm/
- Intransitive Verb
- To experience pain or distress; to be badly affected by.
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suppose
US /səˈpoʊz/
UK /sə'pəʊz/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To imagine or guess what might happen
- Conjunction
- What if
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swear by
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To have great confidence in something; to believe that something is very effective.
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take good care
US
UK
- Transitive Verb
- To look after someone or something well; ensure their well-being.
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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.
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take off
US /tek ɔf/
UK /teik ɔf/
- Phrasal Verb
- To remove, e.g. your clothes
- To make arrangements to be absent from work
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To remove (an item of clothing).
- To depart; to leave.
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take with
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To bring something or someone along when you go somewhere.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To accept or endure something, especially something unpleasant, as a necessary part of an experience.
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temple
US /ˈtɛmpəl/
UK /'templ/
- Noun
- A flat area on the side of the forehead
- Place for worship in many religions
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thankful for
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UK
- Adjective
- Feeling or expressing gratitude; appreciative.
- Grateful for a particular situation or benefit.
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thankful to
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UK
- Adjective
- Feeling or expressing gratitude; appreciative.
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the following
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UK
- Adjective
- Next in order or sequence.
- Uncountable Noun
- What is about to be said or written.
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think about
US /θɪŋk əˈbaʊt/
UK /θiŋk əˈbaut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To consider something carefully.
- To remember or call to mind.
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think of
US /θɪŋk ʌv/
UK /θiŋk ɔv/
- Phrasal Verb
- To look on as (being something specific); consider
- To consider or remember something.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To imagine or call something to mind
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think over
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To consider a problem or issue carefully
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those times
US
UK
- Phrase
- A period in the past, often remembered fondly.
- A specific era or period in history.
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through with
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UK
- Phrase
- Having had enough (of trouble); wanting to stop
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time out
US /taɪm aʊt/
UK /taim aut/
- Noun
- A brief suspension of activity; a pause.
- A period of isolation as a form of discipline.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To call a temporary suspension of play in a game.
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to death
US /tu dɛθ/
UK /tu: deθ/
- Phrase
- Extremely; to a great degree
- Until death
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to do with
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To be about something; concern
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to God
US /tə ɡɑd/
UK /tə ɡɒd/
- other
- Used to emphasize truth or sincerity.
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to let
US /tu lɛt/
UK /tu let/
- Preposition
- Indicates that a property is available for rent.
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to the full
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UK
- Phrase
- Completely; to the greatest extent possible.
- To the maximum capacity or extent.
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to the left
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UK
- Phrase
- In or toward the left direction.
- Situated on the left side of.
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to the point
US /tu ði pɔɪnt/
UK /tu: ðə pɔint/
- Adjective
- Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
- Phrase
- Relevant and pertinent to the matter at hand.
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to this end
US
UK
- Phrase
- For the purpose of achieving a particular aim.
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together with
US /təˈɡɛðɚ wɪð/
UK /təˈɡeðə wið/
- Preposition
- In addition to; along with.
- Including; as well as.
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tone in
US /toʊn ɪn/
UK /təʊn ɪn/
- other
- To adjust or harmonize one’s tone to match others.
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track with
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To follow or keep up with something, such as a conversation or a line of reasoning.
- To be in alignment or agreement with something.
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trickle down
US /ˈtrɪkəl daʊn/
UK /ˈtrikl daun/
- Intransitive Verb
- To gradually spread or filter through from top to bottom, especially in economics, referring to the belief that tax cuts or other benefits for the wealthy will ultimately benefit the poor and middle class.
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turn in
US /tɚn ɪn/
UK /tə:n in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To produce or achieve a good performance
- To go to bed
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turn on
US /tɚn ɑn/
UK /tə:n ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To cause someone to be interested or excited
- Transitive Verb
- To activate or switch on a device or appliance.
- To suddenly attack or criticize someone.
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turn out
US /tɚn aʊt/
UK /tə:n aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To arrive for a public event or entertainment
- To happen to be in the end
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turn round
US /tɚn raʊnd/
UK /tə:n raund/
- Phrasal Verb
- To turn abruptly and face the other way
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turn to
US /tɚn tu/
UK /tə:n tu:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
- To start doing or using something, often something bad or undesirable.
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turned out
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To arrive for a public event or entertainment
- To happen to be in the end
- Transitive Verb
- To extinguish or switch off lights.
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under no obligation
US
UK
- Phrase
- Not required or forced to do something.
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under the influence
US /ˈʌndɚ ði ˈɪnfluəns/
UK /ˈʌndə ðə ˈinfluəns/
- Adjective
- Affected by alcohol or drugs to the extent that mental and physical control is markedly diminished.
- Phrase
- Being affected or controlled by someone or something.
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up there
US /ʌp ðɛr/
UK /ʌp ðɛə/
- Adverb
- In or to a higher place or position; far away.
- In heaven.
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used to
US /juzd tu/
UK /ˈju:st tə/
- Adjective
- Did regularly before, but don't do now
- Auxiliary Verb
- Have done before, but do not do now
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varieties of
US
UK
- Phrase
- Different kinds or types of something.
- A range of different things.
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vouch for
US /vaʊtʃ fɔr/
UK /vaʊtʃ fɔ:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To assert or confirm as a truth based on one's experience or knowledge.
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with both hands
US /wɪθ boʊθ ˈhændz/
UK /wɪθ bəʊθ ˈhændz/
- other
- Readily and enthusiastically accept something.
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with it
US /wɪð ɪt/
UK /wið it/
- Adjective
- Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- Understanding and knowledgeable about current trends or information.
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with practice
US
UK
- Phrase
- Through repeated exercise or performance, leading to improvement or skill.
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with time
US
UK
- Phrase
- As time passes; eventually.
- Given enough time; in the course of time.
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work on
US /wɚk ɑn/
UK /wə:k ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To devote effort to improve or develop something
- To try to persuade or influence someone.
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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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Jane Eyre Audiobook by Charlotte Bronte | Audiobooks Youtube Free | Part 1

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Dive into the very beginning of Charlotte Brontë's classic novel, Jane Eyre, as we explore Chapter 1! You'll get a feel for the story's atmosphere and meet young Jane as she seeks refuge with a book, picking up descriptive language for weather and emotions along the way.

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