Vocabulary

  • 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 order to: For the purpose of; with the aim of.
  • 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
  • fine: Good, acceptable or satisfactory
  • nursery: Place where trees and plants are grown and sold
  • think: To have an idea about something without certainty
  • return: To hit something back to the other player or team
  • 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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      • 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

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      • 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

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      • 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

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      • Adverb
      • Suddenly; at the same time
      • At the same time; simultaneously
      • Phrase
      • Suddenly; at the same time
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    • allow me

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

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      • 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

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      • 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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      • Phrase
      • Far away; not close.
      • Emotionally detached; not intimate.
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    • at a loss

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      • 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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      • 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.
      A1
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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.
      More
    • at intervals

      US /ˌæt ˈɪntɚvəlz/

      UK /ˌæt ˈɪntəvəlz/

      • other
      • Occurring with breaks of time in between.
      B1
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    • at last

      US /æt læst/

      UK /æt lɑ:st/

      • Adverb
      • Finally; after a long delay.
      B1
      More
    • 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.
      C2
      More
    • at length

      US /æt lɛŋkθ/

      UK /æt leŋθ/

      • Adverb
      • In detail; fully
      • Phrase
      • After a long time; eventually
      A1
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    • at liberty

      US /ˌæt ˈlɪbərti/

      UK /ˌæt ˈlɪbəti/

      • other
      • Free or not confined; allowed to go free.
      B2
      More
    • at night

      US /æt naɪt/

      UK /æt nait/

      • Phrase
      • During the night; in the nighttime.
      A1
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    • at once

      US /æt wʌns/

      UK /æt wʌns/

      • Adverb
      • Immediately; without delay
      • At the same time; simultaneously
      A2
      More
    • at present

      US /æt ˈprɛznt/

      UK /æt ˈprezənt/

      • Phrase
      • Currently; now
      A1
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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.
      A2
      More
    • at school

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Present and attending school.
      A1
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    • at second hand

      US /æt ˌsekənd ˈhænd/

      UK /æt ˌsekənd ˈhand/

      • other
      • Obtained indirectly, through another person rather than firsthand.
      B2
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    • at table

      US /æt ˈteɪbəl/

      UK /æt ˈteibl/

      • other
      • Seated at a table, especially for a meal.
      B1
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    • at that time

      US /æt ðæt taɪm/

      UK /æt ðæt taim/

      • Phrase
      • During a specific point in the past.
      A1
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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.
      B1
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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.
      A1
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    • at times

      US /æt taɪmz/

      UK /æt taɪmz/

      • Phrase
      • Sometimes; occasionally.
      A1
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    • at variance

      US /ət ˈvɛriəns/

      UK /ət ˈveəriəns/

      • other
      • In disagreement or conflict with someone or something.
      C1
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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
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • beat about

      US /bit əˈbaʊt/

      UK /bi:t əˈbaʊt/

      • other
      • To avoid speaking directly or clearly about something.
      B1
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    • before long

      US /bɪˈfɔr lɔŋ/

      UK /biˈfɔ: lɔŋ/

      • Phrase
      • Soon; in a short time.
      A1
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    • behind the curtain

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Secretly; not in public view.
      • In the space at the back of a curtain.
      A1
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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.
      A1
      More
    • black and white

      US /blæk ənd hwaɪt/

      UK /blæk ænd hwait/

      • Phrase
      • Adjective
      • Showing images only in black, grey, and white, not in colour.
      A1
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    • book on

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • A book about a particular subject.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To place a bet on something.
      A1
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    • box in

      US /bɑks ɪn/

      UK /bɒks ɪn/

      • other
      • To trap or prevent movement by surrounding closely.
      B2
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    • break through

      US /brek θru/

      UK /breik θru:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To move quickly through (wall, etc.) using force
      A1
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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
      A2
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    • breeze through

      US /briz θru/

      UK /bri:z θru:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To succeed very easily in something.
      B1
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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.
      B2
      More
    • by degrees

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • Gradually; little by little.
      • Phrase
      • Gradually; little by little.
      A2
      More
    • by god

      US

      UK

      • Interjection
      • An expression of surprise, shock, or emphasis.
      • An expression of strong promise or determination.
      B2
      More
    • by heart

      US /baɪ hɑrt/

      UK /bai hɑ:t/

      • Adverb
      • Learned or memorized perfectly.
      • Phrase
      • To memorize something perfectly
      A2
      More
    • 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.
      A2
      More
    • by no means

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Certainly not; in no way.
      A1
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    • by the bye

      US /baɪ ðə baɪ/

      UK /baɪ ðə baɪ/

      • other
      • Used to introduce a side remark or incidentally.
      C2
      More
    • 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
      A1
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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).
      A1
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    • candle

      US /ˈkændl/

      UK /ˈkændl/

      • Countable Noun
      • Stick of wax with a string you light to make light
      A2
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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.
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A2
      More
    • carriage

      US /ˈkærɪdʒ/

      UK /ˈkærɪdʒ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Vehicle on wheels, usually pulled by a horse
      • A separate section of a train for passengers.
      B1
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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
      A1
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    • cast over

      US /kæst ˈoʊvɚ/

      UK /kɑ:st ˈəuvə/

      • other
      • To look through or examine something briefly.
      C1
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    • change your mind

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      A1
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    • charged with

      US

      UK

      • Transitive Verb
      • To be officially accused of something
      • To entrust someone with a duty or responsibility
      B1
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    • clear off

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To leave a place quickly and suddenly
      A1
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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.
      A1
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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.
      More
    • close by

      US /kloz baɪ/

      UK /kləuz bai/

      • Adverb
      • Near in distance; nearby.
      • Phrase
      • In a position or location that is near.
      A2
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    • close down

      US /kloz daʊn/

      UK /kləuz daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To shut an operation, company, shop
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • come back

      US /kʌm bæk/

      UK /kʌm bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To reply to someone, often forcefully
      • To be remembered
      A1
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    • come for

      US /kʌm fɔr/

      UK /kʌm fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrive to collect someone or something.
      • To attack someone.
      A1
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    • come from

      US /kʌm frʌm/

      UK /kʌm frɔm/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have as your native country or city
      A1
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    • come near

      US /kʌm nɪr/

      UK /kʌm niə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be nearly as much as (a value)
      • To approach
      A1
      More
    • 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
      A1
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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.
      A1
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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.
      C2
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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.
      B1
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    • consist of

      US /kənˈsɪst ʌv/

      UK /kənˈsist ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      A2
      More
    • contrary to

      US /ˈkɑnˌtrɛri tu/

      UK /ˈkɔntrəri tu:/

      • Preposition
      • In opposition to; against.
      • Differing from; not in agreement with.
      A1
      More
    • contrast with

      US /ˈkɑntræst wɪð/

      UK /ˈkɔntræst wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be strikingly different from something else.
      A1
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    • cross legged

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • In a position with the legs crossed.
      A1
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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.
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
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    • deal to

      US /dil tə/

      UK /di:l tə/

      • other
      • To give or inflict something, often harm or punishment.
      C1
      More
    • delight in

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take great pleasure in something.
      More
    • dispense with

      US /dɪˈspɛns wɪð/

      UK /disˈpens wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To get rid of; do without; eliminate.
      More
    • distinguish from

      US

      UK

      • Transitive Verb
      • To recognize or point out a difference; to tell apart.
      B2
      More
    • do in

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make completely tired out and exhausted
      • To destroy or cause damage to someone
      A1
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    • do without

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To manage without having or doing something
      A1
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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
      A1
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    • each end

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • At both extremities or sides of something.
      A1
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    • equal parts

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Amounts that are the same in size or quantity.
      • In amounts that are the same.
      B1
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    • except that

      US /ɪkˈsɛpt ðæt/

      UK /ikˈsept ðæt/

      • Conjunction
      • But; with the exception that.
      A2
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    • face to face

      US /fes tu fes/

      UK /feis tu: feis/

      • Adverb
      • (Meeting) while looking at someone
      A1
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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
      A1
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    • ferret out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To discover or find something, usually after searching for it
      A1
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    • few steps

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • A small number of steps; a short distance.
      B1
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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
      A2TOEIC
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    • finish with

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To end a relationship
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • fix on

      US /fɪks ɑn/

      UK /fɪks ɒn/

      • other
      • To choose or decide on something or someone.
      B2
      More
    • fly at

      US /flaɪ æt/

      UK /flai æt/

      • other
      • To suddenly criticize or attack someone verbally.
      B2
      More
    • 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).
      B1
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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.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • for an instant

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • For a very short period of time; momentarily.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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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
      B1
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    • for myself

      US /fɚ maɪˈsɛlf/

      UK /fə maɪˈself/

      • other
      • Done for one's own benefit or use.
      A1
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    • for nothing

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Without payment or reward; to no purpose or effect; in vain
      • Free; without cost
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • for one thing

      US /fɔr wʌn θɪŋ/

      UK /fɔ: wʌn θiŋ/

      • Phrase
      • Used to introduce a reason for something.
      A1
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    • for the present

      US /fɚ ðə ˈprɛzənt/

      UK /fə ðə ˈprezənt/

      • other
      • For now; temporarily or at this time.
      B2
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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.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • from the heart

      US /frəm ðə hɑrt/

      UK /frəm ðə hɑ:t/

      • other
      • In a very sincere and genuine way.
      B1
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    • from time to time

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
      • At intervals; now and then.
      A1
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    • front and back

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • On both the front and rear surfaces.
      A2
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    • frown at

      US /fraʊn æt/

      UK /fraun æt/

      • other
      • To show disapproval or displeasure by furrowing the brows.
      B1
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    • further out

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • At a greater distance; more distant.
      • To a more advanced or remote stage or point.
      A2
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    • get a look

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To have the opportunity to see something.
      A1
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    • get on with

      US /ɡɛt ɑn wɪð/

      UK /ɡet ɔn wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have a good relationship with someone
      More
    • give out

      US /ɡɪv aʊt/

      UK /ɡiv aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be used up; have nothing left; fail
      • To publicly state something
      A1
      More
    • go after

      US /ɡo ˈæftɚ/

      UK /ɡəu ˈɑ:ftə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To chase or pursue something
      A1
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    • go back to

      US /ɡo bæk tu/

      UK /ɡəu bæk tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To return to a starting point
      A1
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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.
      C2
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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
      A1
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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
      A1
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    • going on

      US /ˈɡoɪŋ ɑn/

      UK /ˈgəʊɪŋ ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continue doing something
      • To happen (usually negative)
      A1
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    • grow up

      US /ɡro ʌp/

      UK /ɡrəu ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To develop from a child into an adult
      A1
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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.
      B1
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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
      A2
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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.
      A1
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    • have at

      US

      UK

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

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
      A1
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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/

      • other
      • Move or direct toward a specific target or goal.
      B2
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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.
      B2
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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.
      B1
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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.
      A2
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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.
      More
    • in Heaven's name

      US /ɪn ˈhɛvənz neɪm/

      UK /ɪn ˈhevənz neɪm/

      • other
      • Used to express surprise or anger.
      B2
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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.
      B2
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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.
      A2
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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 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.
      More
    • in that order

      US

      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

      UK

      • 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.
      B2
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    • in the middle of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In the central part or point of something.
      • Engaged or occupied with something.
      A2
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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.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • judging from

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Based on the available evidence or information.
      • Based on someone's looks or outward presentation.
      More
    • 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.
      A2
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    • left open

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Not closed, ajar.
      • Available; not yet filled or decided.
      More
    • let down

      US /lɛt daʊn/

      UK /let daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To disappoint someone (e.g. by breaking a promise)
      A1
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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.
      A2
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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.
      A1
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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
      A1
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    • look down on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To show you think others are not as good as you
      A1
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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.
      A1
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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.
      More
    • 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.
      B2
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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
      A2
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    • of interest

      US /əv ˈɪntrɪst/

      UK /əv ˈɪntrəst/

      • other
      • Relevant or important to someone or something.
      B2
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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.
      A2
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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
      B1
      More
    • 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
      More
    • planted on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To deceive someone
      • To put something on someone to make them look guilty
      A1
      More
    • play on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To exploit or take advantage of something, such as someone's emotions or weaknesses.
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      B1
      More
    • provided with

      US /prəˈvaɪdɪd wɪð/

      UK /prəˈvaidid wið/

      • Verb
      • Past tense of providing; supplied or equipped someone with something.
      B1
      More
    • 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
      A2
      More
    • put away

      US /pʊt əˈwe/

      UK /put əˈwei/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To put things in a closet, etc.; tidy up
      • To eat quickly
      A1
      More
    • put back

      US /pʊt bæk/

      UK /put bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To return something to the proper place
      A1
      More
    • put off

      US /pʊt ɔf/

      UK /put ɔf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take off, e.g. clothing
      • To delay until a later date
      A1
      More
    • put out

      US /pʊt aʊt/

      UK /put aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To publish, e.g. a book
      • To cause someone to be troubled or inconvenienced
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • quarrel with

      US /ˈkwɔrəl wɪθ/

      UK /ˈkwɒrəl wɪð/

      • other
      • To have an argument or disagreement with someone.
      B1
      More
    • raised eyebrows

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • A reaction of surprise, disapproval, or skepticism.
      • To lift one's eyebrows, often to express surprise, disbelief, or disapproval.
      More
    • ran up to

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • Approached quickly by running.
      A1
      More
    • rather than

      US

      UK

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

      US /rid fɚ/

      UK /ri:d fə/

      • other
      • To read aloud on behalf of someone else.
      B2
      More
    • read 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.
      A1
      More
    • 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
      B2
      More
    • reflect on

      US /rɪˈflɛkt ɑn/

      UK /riˈflekt ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To think deeply or carefully about something.
      B2
      More
    • rise up

      US /raɪz ʌp/

      UK /raiz ʌp/

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

      US /raʊnd tə/

      UK /raund tə/

      • other
      • To visit someone's place informally, usually briefly.
      B2
      More
    • 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
    • same time

      US

      UK

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

      US /ˈskɛrsli/

      UK /ˈskeəsli/

      • Adverb
      • Only a very short time before
      B2
      More
    • second hand

      US /ˈsɛkənd hænd/

      UK /ˈsekənd hænd/

      • Adverb
      • (Of goods) already used
      A1
      More
    • secret of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • The key or hidden information that explains something.
      • Confidential information about something.
      A1
      More
    • see into

      US /si ˈɪntu/

      UK /si: ˈɪntə/

      • other
      • To investigate or examine closely.
      B2
      More
    • set off

      US /sɛt ɔf/

      UK /set ɒf/

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

      US /sɛt aʊt/

      UK /set aut/

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

      US /sɛt tu/

      UK /set tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To energetically begin to do, e.g. making a fire
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A2
      More
    • shine on

      US /ʃaɪn ɑn/

      UK /ʃain ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continue to shine; to keep giving light.
      • To prosper or be successful.
      A1
      More
    • 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
      A2
      More
    • side with

      US /saɪd wɪð/

      UK /said wið/

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

      US /sɪt əˈbaʊt/

      UK /sɪt əˈbaʊt/

      • other
      • To spend time doing nothing or being lazy.
      B2
      More
    • sit down

      US /sit daʊn/

      UK /sit daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take a seat
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      B1
      More
    • speak of

      US /spik ʌv/

      UK /spi:k ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To mention someone or something in conversation.
      B1
      More
    • speak to

      US /spik tu/

      UK /spi:k tu:/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To address or communicate with someone.
      • To indicate or suggest something; to be relevant to.
      A1
      More
    • stand behind

      US /stænd bɪˈhaɪnd/

      UK /stænd biˈhaind/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To support or defend someone or something.
      • To take responsibility for something.
      A2
      More
    • stand by

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To keep to an agreement
      • To wait for something to happen, e.g. TV broadcast
      A1
      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
    • strike back

      US /straɪk bæk/

      UK /straik bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To retaliate or counterattack.
      A1
      More
    • such as

      US /sʌtʃ æz/

      UK /sʌtʃ æz/

      • Preposition
      • For example; like
      A1
      More
    • suffer from

      US /ˈsʌfɚ frʌm/

      UK /ˈsʌfə frɔm/

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To experience pain or distress; to be badly affected by.
      A1
      More
    • suppose

      US /səˈpoʊz/

      UK /sə'pəʊz/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To imagine or guess what might happen
      • Conjunction
      • What if
      A2TOEIC
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    • swear by

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have great confidence in something; to believe that something is very effective.
      A2
      More
    • take good care

      US

      UK

      • Transitive Verb
      • To look after someone or something well; ensure their well-being.
      A1
      More
    • take in

      US

      UK

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

      US

      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.
      A1
      More
    • temple

      US /ˈtɛmpəl/

      UK /'templ/

      • Noun
      • A flat area on the side of the forehead
      • Place for worship in many religions
      B1
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    • thankful for

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Feeling or expressing gratitude; appreciative.
      • Grateful for a particular situation or benefit.
      C1
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    • thankful to

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Feeling or expressing gratitude; appreciative.
      C1
      More
    • the following

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Next in order or sequence.
      • Uncountable Noun
      • What is about to be said or written.
      B1
      More
    • think about

      US /θɪŋk əˈbaʊt/

      UK /θiŋk əˈbaut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To consider something carefully.
      • To remember or call to mind.
      A1
      More
    • think of

      US /θɪŋk ʌv/

      UK /θiŋk ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To look on as (being something specific); consider
      • To consider or remember something.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To imagine or call something to mind
      A1
      More
    • think over

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To consider a problem or issue carefully
      A1
      More
    • those times

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • A period in the past, often remembered fondly.
      • A specific era or period in history.
      A1
      More
    • through with

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Having had enough (of trouble); wanting to stop
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • to death

      US /tu dɛθ/

      UK /tu: deθ/

      • Phrase
      • Extremely; to a great degree
      • Until death
      B1
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    • to do with

      US

      UK

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

      US /tə ɡɑd/

      UK /tə ɡɒd/

      • other
      • Used to emphasize truth or sincerity.
      A2
      More
    • to let

      US /tu lɛt/

      UK /tu let/

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Completely; to the greatest extent possible.
      • To the maximum capacity or extent.
      A1
      More
    • to the left

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In or toward the left direction.
      • Situated on the left side of.
      More
    • 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.
      A2
      More
    • to this end

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • For the purpose of achieving a particular aim.
      A1
      More
    • together with

      US /təˈɡɛðɚ wɪð/

      UK /təˈɡeðə wið/

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

      US /toʊn ɪn/

      UK /təʊn ɪn/

      • other
      • To adjust or harmonize one’s tone to match others.
      C1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • turn in

      US /tɚn ɪn/

      UK /tə:n in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To produce or achieve a good performance
      • To go to bed
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • 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
      A1
      More
    • turn round

      US /tɚn raʊnd/

      UK /tə:n raund/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To turn abruptly and face the other way
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • turned out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrive for a public event or entertainment
      • To happen to be in the end
      • Transitive Verb
      • To extinguish or switch off lights.
      A1
      More
    • under no obligation

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Not required or forced to do something.
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • up there

      US /ʌp ðɛr/

      UK /ʌp ðɛə/

      • Adverb
      • In or to a higher place or position; far away.
      • In heaven.
      A1
      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
    • vouch for

      US /vaʊtʃ fɔr/

      UK /vaʊtʃ fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To assert or confirm as a truth based on one's experience or knowledge.
      More
    • with both hands

      US /wɪθ boʊθ ˈhændz/

      UK /wɪθ bəʊθ ˈhændz/

      • other
      • Readily and enthusiastically accept something.
      B1
      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 practice

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Through repeated exercise or performance, leading to improvement or skill.
      A1
      More
    • with time

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • As time passes; eventually.
      • Given enough time; in the course of time.
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      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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    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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