Vocabulary

at last: Finally; after a long delay.
think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
of course: Sure ; Certainly
at once: Immediately; without delay
at home: In one's own residence or country.
instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
going on: To continue doing something
in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
at length: In detail; fully
of old: From a long time ago; in the past.
on the floor: Located on the ground or bottom surface of a room.
in the air: Present or circulating in the atmosphere.
put out: To publish, e.g. a book
in vain: Without success or result; futilely.
connected with: Related to; associated with.
go on: To continue doing something
come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
clear away: To take plates away from a table after a meal
in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
down with: Suffering from an illness.
look upon: To consider or regard in a particular way.
at least: As a minimum
lead on: To encourage someone to believe something that is not true.
for nothing: Without payment or reward; to no purpose or effect; in vain
up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
at the corner: Situated where two streets or edges meet at an angle.
let out: To allow a person, animal to leave the room, house
rather than: More exactly; more correctly
across the hall: In a position on the opposite side of a hallway.
in the house: Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
by any means: In any way possible, regardless of the method
set up
all at once: Suddenly; at the same time
lay in: To provide stocks (e.g. for the winter)
at a distance: Far away; not close.
walk with: To accompany someone while walking.
at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
in a minute: Very soon; in a short amount of time.
next door: Living in the house next to the one mentioned
struck up: To begin a friendship, relationship, or conversation.
of yours: Belonging to you; your possession or property.
in the same breath: Saying two things at once that seem to contradict each other.
shut up: To close something, e.g. a shop
answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
home in: Move or direct toward a specific target or goal.
up against: Facing or contending with something difficult or challenging.
in half: Divided into two equal parts.
much about: A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
shut out: To prevent from entering; keep out of relationship
for an instant: For a very short period of time; momentarily.
burst into: To enter a place suddenly and forcefully.
of age: Having reached the legal age of adulthood.
make up: To invent or create a story
for the sake of: For the purpose of; in the interest of.
along with: In addition to; together with.
in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
cut up: Be cut up (about) to be upset or angry
to the point: Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
after dark: After the sun has set and night has begun.
for instance: As an example.
dog days: The hottest and most oppressive period of summer.
once upon a time: A conventional phrase used to begin fairy tales and other stories.
upon a time: An introductory phrase used to begin a story, typically a fairy tale.
box in: To trap or prevent movement by surrounding closely.
in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
against you: In opposition to you.
dead against: To be completely opposed to something.
due to: Because of; owing to
come round: To visit someone or some place for a short time
apart from: Except for; not considering
talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
in operation: Currently working or functioning as intended.
in the clouds: Lost in thought; daydreaming or distracted.
head up: To lead or manage a team, project, or organization.
next to: Being located along side another
in the streets: Located or happening outdoors in public roads or areas.
in honour of: To show respect and admiration for someone or something.
on the door: Situated on the surface or part of a door.
except that: But; with the exception that.
in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
hot air: Meaningless or exaggerated talk; empty rhetoric.
on the back of: As a result of or following something.
with a bang: In a sudden, noticeable, and exciting way.
in the closet: Keeping something, often sexual orientation, secret.
on the ladder: Progressing or climbing toward success or promotion.
sit down: To take a seat
In the event of: If something happens, especially something undesirable
provided with: Past tense of providing; supplied or equipped someone with something.
for the rest: Concerning the remaining people or things.
condemned to: To be destined for a particular fate, usually negative.
on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
on the wings of the wind: Moving or traveling swiftly and effortlessly through the air.
at arm's length: At a distance that can be reached by extending the arm.
walk through: To show someone carefully how to do something
at this rate: If things continue as they are now.
look to: Be looking to. be planning to (do something)
in need: Not having the necessary things, such as food
looking out: To take care and watch something carefully
more than once: On more than one occasion; repeatedly.
face to face: (Meeting) while looking at someone
with age: As someone gets older; as time passes.
to that end: In order to achieve that aim or purpose.
below freezing: At a temperature lower than 0°C or 32°F.
at that time: During a specific point in the past.
look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
come for: To arrive to collect someone or something.
turned upside down: In an inverted position; reversed or disordered.
on tiptoe: Walking quietly with raised heels to avoid making noise.
bring down: To destroy (government, etc.) forcefully
got to: To arrive at some place
cheer up: To make or become happier or less upset
public life: The aspect of a person's life that concerns their involvement in public affairs, especially as a politician or other figure known to the general public.
over the way: Located nearby or close by, often across the road.
as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
down the middle: In or along the center of something.
cut out: To leave out of something, e.g. a social event
positive light: A way of presenting someone or something that makes them seem good or desirable.
given time: A specific time that has been scheduled or agreed upon.
become of: To happen or become the result of something.
like a man: To act bravely or responsibly.
heart and soul: With great enthusiasm and commitment.
in the scene: Present at the location where something is happening or has happened.
in the open: Publicly; not secret.
in good season: At the right or appropriate time.
end in: To have something as the final result.
beyond belief: Too improbable to be believed; incredible.
on the contrary: In contrast; from the opposite standpoint
hold on: To wait for someone (e.g. on a phone call)
in the act: While performing an action, especially something wrong or illegal.
by degrees: Gradually; little by little.
at a time: Separately; one by one
upon the point of: About to do something very soon or nearly ready.
squeeze in
in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
draw back: To move backward, e.g. in horror or fear
free and easy: Describes a relaxed, casual, and unconcerned manner or atmosphere.
secret of: The key or hidden information that explains something.
red hot: Extremely hot; heated to a point of glowing red.
light on: To illuminate something.
in shape: In good physical condition; fit.
setting off: To start a journey
after dinner: Following the meal of dinner.
set forth: To explain; present a plan; express in words
of the like: And similar kinds or types; alike in category.
peck at: To strike or pick at something with the beak.
good humor: A cheerful or agreeable mood.
kith and kin: Friends and relatives collectively; close relations.
in honor of: To show respect and admiration for someone or something.
by half: Indicates something is at 50% or to a large but incomplete extent.
finish up: To complete or bring something to an end.
in truth: In fact; actually; really
set on: To attack
all along: From the beginning; all the time.
beat on: To strike something repeatedly and with force.
on the table: Located on the surface of a table.
in particular: Specifically; especially.
bear witness to: To testify or attest to something; to provide evidence of something.
break in: To wear new (shoes, etc.) to make them comfortable
as well as: Also; in addition to
drink to: To raise a glass to honor or celebrate someone or something.
bring in: To earn a certain amount of money or profits
at a stretch: Continuously; without stopping.
inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
out cold: Unconscious; knocked out.
cast about: To search widely for something, especially ideas or solutions.
in the west: Located in or towards the west.
from time to time: Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
in itself: Considered alone or without reference to anything else; intrinsically.
at the wheel: In control of driving a vehicle.
on board: Being on a ship, plane, or other vehicle
to some extent: Partially; not completely.
move on: To decide to change or go to a different place
happen by: To visit a place casually or unexpectedly.
by halves: Doing something without full effort or incompletely.
made to be: Destined or intended for a particular purpose or relationship.
turn to: To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
at any rate: Whatever happens; in any case; anyway.
red in the face: Having a flushed face from embarrassment, anger, or exertion.
all the things: Everything; all items or aspects
on purpose: Intentionally; deliberately.
close behind: Following very closely; in close pursuit.
cut in: To interrupt someone's conversation
yes and no: An ambivalent or uncertain answer; a response that is neither a clear affirmation nor a clear denial.
get up off: To rise from a seated or lying position on something.
at the moment: At this time; now
say uncle: To admit defeat or give up under pressure.
take it from me: Trust me or believe what I say based on experience.
in return: As a reciprocal action or gesture; in exchange or repayment.
at midnight: At twelve o'clock at night; the middle of the night.
outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
cling to: To hold onto something tightly, often for support or safety.
make it worse: To aggravate a situation; to make something bad even worse.
for the last time: Used to emphasize that something is said or done finally or repeatedly.
in the presence of: While someone or something else is present.
speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
in the shadow of: Close to and influenced or dominated by something else.
spring up: To appear or develop quickly and suddenly.
snuff out: To extinguish, especially a candle or flame, by covering it.
after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
come to think of it: Used when you suddenly remember or realize something, often leading to a change in perspective or a new thought.
future self: The person you will become in the future, often used in the context of making decisions that will benefit your future well-being.
in reference to: Relating to; with regard to
pipe in: To suddenly interrupt or add to a conversation.
together with: In addition to; along with.
care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
pick holes: Find faults or mistakes in an argument or idea.
for the loss: Concerning or because of a defeat or loss.
look after: To take care of someone or something
speak out: To express your opinion frankly and publicly, especially about something that you disagree with.
wall in: To surround something tightly with walls or barriers.
knock off: To make a copy of something often illegally
look through: To examine carefully to see what is there
in the dark: Uninformed about something; unaware.
next moment: Immediately after; very soon.
round to: To visit someone's place informally, usually briefly.
in the midst of: Surrounded by; in the middle of.
hand up: To raise one's hand in order to get attention, especially in a classroom.
for the world: Used to emphasize something would never happen.
past it: No longer capable or effective due to age or declining condition.
by the by: Incidentally; in passing; as a side note.
as for: Concerning; regarding.
get along: To have a friendly relationship with someone; like
at hand: Close by; readily available.
order in: To request food from a restaurant to be delivered to one's home or other location.
in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
every kind of: Each and all types of something; all varieties of.
out of practice: Having declined in skill or ability due to lack of recent practice.
like a shot: Doing something very quickly or immediately.
as long as: For the period that; provided that.
in a word: Briefly; in short.
allow me: A polite way of offering to do something for someone.
spread out: To extend or stretch over a large area.
in a jiffy: Very quickly; in a short amount of time.
dig in: To start eating eagerly and enthusiastically.
back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
such as: For example; like
suppose: To imagine or guess what might happen
tiny: Very, very small
spirit: Person's strong determination or attitude
observe: To celebrate a particular holiday/religious event
fellow: Man or a boy
mind: To be bothered or upset by something
leave: To go away from; depart
appear: To be seen, become visible; come into sight
moment: Very short or brief period of time
master: To gain control over something
place: To put someone in a particular type of situation
kind: In a caring and helpful manner
stand: To be a candidate in an election
point: An item to be discussed
head: To hit a ball with your head in a game
great: Very good; better than before
turn: To become (a particular age)
phantom: A spirit or ghost existing only in a person's mind
business: A company formed for making profit
laugh: To make a happy sound when something is funny
return: To hit something back to the other player or team
think: To have an idea about something without certainty
nephew: Son of your brother or sister
clerk: Person who works in a store or bank
robe: Long loose piece of clothing denoting high rank
niece: Daughter of your brother or sister
bob: To move up and down repeatedly
scarcely: Only a very short time before
ghost: To write a book on behalf of another person
bless: To make something holy by saying a special prayer
bell: Metal object shaped like a cup that rings when hit
merry: Feeling a little drunk from alcohol
exclaim: To say or shout something suddenly
gentleman: Man who has good manners and is considerate
spectre: Mental representation of some haunting experience
scrooge: A mean ungenerous person
uncle: Brother of a parent or the husband of your aunt

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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
US
UK
- Phrase
- After the sun has set and night has begun.
- Adjective
- Occurring or operating secretly or illicitly, especially at night.
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after dinner
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UK
- Phrase
- Following the meal of dinner.
- Adjective
- Suitable for or done after dinner.
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against you
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UK
- Preposition
- In opposition to you.
- Expressing disagreement or disapproval of you.
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all along
US /ɔl əˈlɔŋ/
UK /ɔ:l əˈlɔŋ/
- Adverb
- From the beginning; all the time.
- Phrase
- In a line parallel to something long.
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all at once
US
UK
- Adverb
- Suddenly; at the same time
- At the same time; simultaneously
- Phrase
- Suddenly; at the same time
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all the things
US
UK
- Pronoun
- Everything; all items or aspects
- Determiner
- Every item or object being considered or discussed.
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allow me
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UK
- Phrase
- A polite way of offering to do something for someone.
- A formal way to ask for permission or to introduce oneself.
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along with
US /əˈlɔŋ wɪð/
UK /əˈlɔŋ wið/
- Preposition
- In addition to; together with.
- Adverb
- In company or together with someone or something.
- Including; in addition to.
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answer to
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
- To correspond to or match a description or requirement.
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apart from
US /əˈpɑrt frʌm/
UK /əˈpɑ:t frɔm/
- Preposition
- Except for; not considering
- In addition to; as well as
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as 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 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 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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at a distance
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UK
- Phrase
- Far away; not close.
- Emotionally detached; not intimate.
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at a stretch
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UK
- Phrase
- Continuously; without stopping.
- To the maximum extent or capacity.
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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 arm's length
US /ˌæt ˈɑrmz lɛŋkθ/
UK /ˌæt ˈɑ:mz leŋθ/
- other
- At a distance that can be reached by extending the arm.
- other
- Keeping a socially or emotionally safe distance.
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at hand
US /æt hænd/
UK /æt hænd/
- Phrase
- Close by; readily available.
- About to happen; imminent.
- Adjective
- Nearby; easily available
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at home
US /æt hom/
UK /æt həum/
- Phrase
- In one's own residence or country.
- Adjective
- Feeling comfortable and relaxed.
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at last
US /æt læst/
UK /æt lɑ:st/
- Adverb
- Finally; after a long delay.
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at least
US /æt list/
UK /æt li:st/
- Adverb
- As a minimum
- Not less than
- Phrase
- No less than; at the minimum
- Used to indicate that something is positive in a bad situation.
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at length
US /æt lɛŋkθ/
UK /æt leŋθ/
- Adverb
- In detail; fully
- Phrase
- After a long time; eventually
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at midnight
US
UK
- Phrase
- At twelve o'clock at night; the middle of the night.
- Used to indicate the time when something will happen or is expected to happen.
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at night
US /æt naɪt/
UK /æt nait/
- Phrase
- During the night; in the nighttime.
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at once
US /æt wʌns/
UK /æt wʌns/
- Adverb
- Immediately; without delay
- At the same time; simultaneously
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at that time
US /æt ðæt taɪm/
UK /æt ðæt taim/
- Phrase
- During a specific point in the past.
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at the corner
US /æt ðə ˈkɔrnɚ/
UK /æt ðə ˈkɔ:nə/
- other
- Situated where two streets or edges meet at an angle.
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at the moment
US
UK
- Adverb
- At this time; now
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at the same time
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UK
- Phrase
- Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- Nevertheless; however; used to introduce a contrasting or qualifying statement.
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at the wheel
US /æt ði hwil/
UK /æt ðə hwi:l/
- Phrase
- In control of driving a vehicle.
- In a position of control or responsibility.
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at this rate
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UK
- Phrase
- If things continue as they are now.
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back into
US /bæk ˈɪntu/
UK /bæk ˈɪntuː/
- Phrasal Verb
- To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
- To accidentally collide with something while moving backwards.
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bear witness to
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UK
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To testify or attest to something; to provide evidence of something.
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beat on
US /bit ɑn/
UK /bi:t ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To strike something repeatedly and with force.
- To urge or encourage someone persistently.
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become of
US /bɪˈkʌm ʌv/
UK /bɪˈkʌm əv/
- other
- To happen or become the result of something.
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bell
US /bɛl/
UK /bel/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Metal object shaped like a cup that rings when hit
- Electronic device that makes a ringing sound
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below freezing
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UK
- Adjective
- At a temperature lower than 0°C or 32°F.
- Adverb
- Describing weather conditions where the temperature is lower than 0°C or 32°F.
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beyond belief
US /biˈɑnd bɪˈlif/
UK /biˈjɔnd biˈli:f/
- Adjective
- Too improbable to be believed; incredible.
- Adverb
- To an extent that is difficult to believe; astonishingly.
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bless
US /blɛs/
UK /bles/
- Transitive Verb
- To make something holy by saying a special prayer
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bob
US /bɑ:b/
UK /bɒb/
- Intransitive Verb
- To move up and down repeatedly
- Proper Noun
- Person's name
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box in
US /bɑks ɪn/
UK /bɒks ɪn/
- other
- To trap or prevent movement by surrounding closely.
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break in
US /brek ɪn/
UK /breik in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To wear new (shoes, etc.) to make them comfortable
- To interrupt someone's conversation, task
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To interrupt a conversation or activity.
- To wear something new until it becomes comfortable.
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bring down
US /brɪŋ daʊn/
UK /briŋ daun/
- Phrasal Verb
- To destroy (government, etc.) forcefully
- To kill someone, often with a gun
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bring in
US /brɪŋ ɪn/
UK /briŋ in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To earn a certain amount of money or profits
- To add person into existing group, e.g. phone call
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burst into
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To enter a place suddenly and forcefully.
- To suddenly express an emotion.
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by any means
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UK
- Phrase
- In any way possible, regardless of the method
- Whatever is necessary to achieve something.
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by degrees
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UK
- Adverb
- Gradually; little by little.
- Phrase
- Gradually; little by little.
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by half
US /baɪ hæf/
UK /baɪ hɑ:f/
- other
- Indicates something is at 50% or to a large but incomplete extent.
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by halves
US /baɪ hævz/
UK /baɪ hɑ:vz/
- other
- Doing something without full effort or incompletely.
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by the by
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UK
- Phrase
- Incidentally; in passing; as a side note.
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care of
US /kɛr ʌv/
UK /kɛə ɔv/
- Preposition
- Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
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cast about
US /kæst əˈbaʊt/
UK /kɑ:st əˈbaʊt/
- other
- To search widely for something, especially ideas or solutions.
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cheer up
US /tʃɪr ʌp/
UK /tʃiə ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To make or become happier or less upset
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clear away
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To take plates away from a table after a meal
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clerk
US /klɚk,klɑrk/
UK /klɑ:k/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Person who works in a store or bank
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cling to
US /klɪŋ tu/
UK /kliŋ tu:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To hold onto something tightly, often for support or safety.
- To adhere strongly to a belief, idea, or principle, even when it may be difficult or unpopular.
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close behind
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UK
- Adverb
- Following very closely; in close pursuit.
- Adjective
- Near to overtaking or surpassing in a competition or ranking.
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come back
US /kʌm bæk/
UK /kʌm bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To reply to someone, often forcefully
- To be remembered
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come for
US /kʌm fɔr/
UK /kʌm fɔ:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To arrive to collect someone or something.
- To attack someone.
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come round
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To visit someone or some place for a short time
- To regain consciousness after fainting
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come to think of it
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UK
- Phrase
- Used when you suddenly remember or realize something, often leading to a change in perspective or a new thought.
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condemned to
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UK
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To be destined for a particular fate, usually negative.
- To be sentenced to a particular punishment.
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connected with
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UK
- Phrase
- Related to; associated with.
- Involved with; having a relationship with.
- Phrasal Verb
- Was associated or linked to someone or something.
- Felt understanding or empathy with someone or something.
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cut in
US /kʌt ɪn/
UK /kʌt in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To interrupt someone's conversation
- To enter a queue at the wrong place
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cut out
US /kʌt aʊt/
UK /kʌt aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To leave out of something, e.g. a social event
- To cut something from, e.g. a picture from a book
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To stop doing or using something.
- To be naturally suited or fitted for something.
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cut up
US /kʌt ʌp/
UK /kʌt ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- Be cut up (about) to be upset or angry
- To criticize someone severely
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dead against
US /dɛd əˈɡɛnst/
UK /ded əˈgenst/
- other
- To be completely opposed to something.
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dig in
US /dɪɡ ɪn/
UK /diɡ in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To start eating eagerly and enthusiastically.
- To establish a defensive position; to entrench oneself.
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dog days
US /dɔg deɪz/
UK /dɒg deɪz/
- other
- The hottest and most oppressive period of summer.
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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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down with
US /daʊn wɪð/
UK /daun wið/
- Adjective
- Suffering from an illness.
- Agreeable to; in favor of.
- Interjection
- An expression of opposition to something.
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draw back
US /drɔ bæk/
UK /drɔ: bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To move backward, e.g. in horror or fear
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drink to
US /drɪŋk tə/
UK /drɪŋk tə/
- other
- To raise a glass to honor or celebrate someone or something.
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due to
US /du tu/
UK /dju: tu:/
- Preposition
- Because of; owing to
- Adjective
- Attributable to; caused by.
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end in
US /ɛnd ɪn/
UK /end in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To have something as the final result.
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every kind of
US
UK
- Determiner
- Each and all types of something; all varieties of.
- A wide assortment or range of something.
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except that
US /ɪkˈsɛpt ðæt/
UK /ikˈsept ðæt/
- Conjunction
- But; with the exception that.
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exclaim
US /ɪkˈsklem/
UK /ɪkˈskleɪm/
- Intransitive Verb
- To say or shout something suddenly
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face to face
US /fes tu fes/
UK /feis tu: feis/
- Adverb
- (Meeting) while looking at someone
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fellow
US /ˈfɛlo/
UK /'feləʊ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Man or a boy
- Student paid to study and teach after college
- Adjective
- Being of the same kind
- Sharing a particular activity, situation, or characteristic.
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finish up
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To complete or bring something to an end.
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for an instant
US
UK
- Phrase
- For a very short period of time; momentarily.
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for instance
US /fɔr ˈɪnstəns/
UK /fɔ: ˈinstəns/
- Adverb
- As an example.
- Phrase
- As an example.
- As an illustration or case in point
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for nothing
US
UK
- Phrase
- Without payment or reward; to no purpose or effect; in vain
- Free; without cost
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for the last time
US /fɚ ðə læst taɪm/
UK /fə ðə lɑ:st taɪm/
- other
- Used to emphasize that something is said or done finally or repeatedly.
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for the loss
US /fɚ ðə lɔs/
UK /fə ðə lɒs/
- other
- Concerning or because of a defeat or loss.
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for the rest
US /fɔr ði rɛst/
UK /fɔ: ðə rest/
- Phrase
- Concerning the remaining people or things.
- During the remaining part of a period of time.
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for the sake of
US /fɔr ði sek ʌv/
UK /fɔ: ðə seik ɔv/
- Phrase
- For the purpose of; in the interest of.
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for the world
US /fɚ ðə wɝld/
UK /fə ðə wɜ:ld/
- other
- Used to emphasize something would never happen.
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free and easy
US /ˌfri ən ˈizi/
UK /ˌfri: ənd ˈi:zɪ/
- other
- Describes a relaxed, casual, and unconcerned manner or atmosphere.
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from time to time
US
UK
- Phrase
- Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
- At intervals; now and then.
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future self
US
UK
- Noun
- The person you will become in the future, often used in the context of making decisions that will benefit your future well-being.
- An idealized version of oneself that one aspires to become in the future.
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gentleman
US /ˈdʒɛntlmən/
UK /'dʒentlmən/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Man who has good manners and is considerate
- A polite form of address for a man, especially in formal situations.
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get along
US /ɡɛt əˈlɔŋ/
UK /ɡet əˈlɔŋ/
- Phrasal Verb
- To have a friendly relationship with someone; like
- To manage with what you have, e.g. money
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get up off
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To rise from a seated or lying position on something.
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ghost
US /goʊst/
UK /gəʊst/
- Transitive Verb
- To write a book on behalf of another person
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Bad effects, memories, and feelings from the past
- Spirit of a dead person, appearing to the living
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given time
US /ˈɡɪvən taɪm/
UK /ˈɡivən taim/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- A specific time that has been scheduled or agreed upon.
- The amount of time available or allotted for a task or activity.
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go on
US /ɡo ɑn/
UK /ɡəu ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To continue doing something
- To happen (usually negative)
- Interjection
- Used to encourage someone
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going on
US /ˈɡoɪŋ ɑn/
UK /ˈgəʊɪŋ ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To continue doing something
- To happen (usually negative)
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good humor
US
UK
- Uncountable Noun
- A cheerful or agreeable mood.
- A disposition to be cheerful and friendly.
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got to
US /ɡɑt tu/
UK /gɔt tu:/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To arrive at some place
- To have the opportunity or permission to do something
- Phrasal Verb
- To appeal to the emotions of; move
- To finally begin to start something after a delay
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hand up
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To raise one's hand in order to get attention, especially in a classroom.
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happen by
US /ˈhæpən baɪ/
UK /ˈhæpən baɪ/
- other
- To visit a place casually or unexpectedly.
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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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heart and soul
US /hɑrt ənd sol/
UK /hɑ:t ænd səul/
- Phrase
- With great enthusiasm and commitment.
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- The most important or essential part of something.
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hold on
US /hold ɑn/
UK /həuld ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To wait for someone (e.g. on a phone call)
- To wait for a short time.
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home in
US /ˈhoʊm ɪn/
UK /ˈhəum ɪn/
- other
- Move or direct toward a specific target or goal.
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hot air
US /hɑt er/
UK /hɔt eə(r)/
- Uncountable Noun
- Meaningless or exaggerated talk; empty rhetoric.
- Air that has been heated.
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in a jiffy
US
UK
- Phrase
- Very quickly; in a short amount of time.
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in a minute
US
UK
- Phrase
- Very soon; in a short amount of time.
- Within the duration of one minute.
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in a word
US /ɪn e wɚd/
UK /in ə wə:d/
- Phrase
- Briefly; in short.
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in good season
US /ɪn ɡʊd ˈsizən/
UK /ɪn gʊd ˈsi:zən/
- other
- At the right or appropriate time.
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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 honor of
US /ɪn ˈɑnɚ ʌv/
UK /in ˈɔnə ɔv/
- Phrase
- To show respect and admiration for someone or something.
- As a tribute or memorial to someone or something.
- Preposition
- To show respect and admiration for someone.
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in honour of
US
UK
- Phrase
- To show respect and admiration for someone or something.
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in itself
US /ɪn ɪtˈsɛlf/
UK /in itˈself/
- Phrase
- Considered alone or without reference to anything else; intrinsically.
- Essentially; by its very nature.
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in mind
US /ɪn maɪnd/
UK /in maind/
- Phrase
- Being aware of or considering something.
- To remember or consider something.
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in need
US /ɪn nid/
UK /in ni:d/
- Phrase
- Not having the necessary things, such as food
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in operation
US /ɪn ˌɑpəˈreɪʃən/
UK /ɪn ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/
- other
- Currently working or functioning as intended.
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in particular
US /ɪn pɚˈtɪkjəlɚ/
UK /in pəˈtikjulə/
- Phrase
- Specifically; especially.
- Detailed or precise.
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in reference to
US /ɪn ˈrɛfərəns tu/
UK /in ˈrefrəns tu:/
- Phrase
- Relating to; with regard to
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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 shape
US /ɪn ʃep/
UK /in ʃeip/
- Adjective
- In good physical condition; fit.
- Phrase
- In good physical condition.
- In good condition or order.
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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 closet
US /ɪn ðə ˈklɑzət/
UK /in ðə ˈklɒzət/
- other
- Keeping something, often sexual orientation, secret.
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in the clouds
US /ɪn ðə ˈklaʊdz/
UK /in ðə ˈklaudz/
- other
- Lost in thought; daydreaming or distracted.
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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 event of
US
UK
- Phrase
- If something happens, especially something undesirable
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in the future
US /ɪn ði ˈfjutʃɚ/
UK /in ðə ˈfju:tʃə/
- Phrase
- At a later time; in times to come.
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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 middle of
US
UK
- Phrase
- In the central part or point of something.
- Engaged or occupied with something.
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in the midst of
US
UK
- Phrase
- Surrounded by; in the middle of.
- During; while something is happening.
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in the 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 past
US
UK
- Phrase
- During a former period of time; previously.
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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 same breath
US /ɪn ðə ˈseɪm brɛθ/
UK /in ðə ˈseim breθ/
- other
- Saying two things at once that seem to contradict each other.
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in the scene
US
UK
- Phrase
- Present at the location where something is happening or has happened.
- Actively participating in a performance or dramatic situation.
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in the shadow of
US /ɪn ðə ˈʃædoʊ ʌv/
UK /in ðə ˈʃædəu ɔv/
- Preposition
- Close to and influenced or dominated by something else.
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in the streets
US /ɪn ðə strits/
UK /ɪn ðə stri:ts/
- other
- Located or happening outdoors in public roads or areas.
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in the west
US
UK
- Phrase
- Located in or towards the west.
- Located in the western part of a country or region.
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in the world
US /ɪn ði wɜrld/
UK /in ðə wɜː(r)ld/
- Phrase
- Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- Used to indicate the extent or degree of something, often in a superlative sense.
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in 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 truth
US
UK
- Phrase
- In fact; actually; really
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in vain
US /ɪn ven/
UK /in vein/
- Phrase
- Without success or result; futilely.
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in with
US /ɪn wɪð/
UK /in wið/
- Phrase
- Fashionable or popular at the moment.
- Having influence or favor with someone.
- Phrasal Verb
- To introduce or bring something new into a system or organization.
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inside of
US /ɪnˈsaɪd ʌv/
UK /inˈsaid ɔv/
- Preposition
- Within; in the inner part of.
- Within a certain period of time.
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instead of
US /ɪnˈstɛd ʌv/
UK /inˈsted ɔv/
- Preposition
- When one thing is replaced by another
- Adverb
- As a substitute or alternative.
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kith and kin
US /kɪθ ənd kɪn/
UK /kɪθ ənd kɪn/
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- Friends and relatives collectively; close relations.
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knock off
US /nɑk ɔf/
UK /nɔk ɔf/
- Phrasal Verb
- To make a copy of something often illegally
- To hit something so the top of it comes off
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To quickly produce a copy or imitation of something.
- To stop working.
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lay in
US /le ɪn/
UK /lei in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To provide stocks (e.g. for the winter)
- Stayed in bed later than usual in the morning.
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lead on
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To encourage someone to believe something that is not true.
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let out
US /lɛt aʊt/
UK /let aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To allow a person, animal to leave the room, house
- To allow to leave; to release.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To enlarge a garment by releasing a seam or adding material.
- To release or allow to escape.
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light on
US /laɪt ɑn/
UK /lait ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To illuminate something.
- To discover something unexpectedly.
- Adjective
- Gentle or delicate in the use of something.
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like a man
US /laɪk ə mæn/
UK /laɪk ə mæn/
- other
- To act bravely or responsibly.
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like a shot
US /laɪk ə ʃɑt/
UK /laɪk ə ʃɒt/
- other
- Doing something very quickly or immediately.
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look after
US /lʊk ˈæftɚ/
UK /luk ˈɑ:ftə/
- Phrasal Verb
- To take care of someone or something
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look at
US /lʊk æt/
UK /luk æt/
- Phrasal Verb
- To use your eyes to focus on something
- To focus your eyes on something carefully
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look through
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To examine carefully to see what is there
- To search for something among a collection of things.
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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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look upon
US /lʊk əˈpɑn/
UK /luk əˈpɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To consider or regard in a particular way.
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looking out
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To take care and watch something carefully
- To be careful; to be vigilant
- Intransitive Verb
- To be careful or vigilant
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made to be
US
UK
- Phrase
- Destined or intended for a particular purpose or relationship.
- Designed or constructed with a specific quality or characteristic.
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make it worse
US
UK
- Transitive Verb
- To aggravate a situation; to make something bad even worse.
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make up
US /mek ʌp/
UK /meik ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To invent or create a story
- To add up to
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To invent a story, excuse, etc.
- To compensate for something lost, missed, or deficient.
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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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merry
US /ˈmɛri/
UK /'merɪ/
- Adjective
- Feeling a little drunk from alcohol
- Causing happiness or joy
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more than once
US
UK
- Phrase
- On more than one occasion; repeatedly.
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move on
US /muv ɑn/
UK /mu:v ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To decide to change or go to a different place
- To start talking about something different.
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much about
US /mʌtʃ əˈbaʊt/
UK /mʌtʃ əˈbaut/
- Phrase
- A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
- To a great extent or degree regarding something; caring.
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nephew
US /ˈnɛfju/
UK /ˈnefju:/
- Countable Noun
- Son of your brother or sister
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next door
US /nɛkst dɔr/
UK /nekst dɔ:/
- Adverb
- Living in the house next to the one mentioned
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next moment
US
UK
- Phrase
- Immediately after; very soon.
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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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niece
US /nis/
UK /ni:s/
- Countable Noun
- Daughter of your brother or sister
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observe
US /əbˈzɜ:rv/
UK /əbˈzɜ:v/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To celebrate a particular holiday/religious event
- To obey or follow laws, rules, or customs
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of age
US /əv eɪdʒ/
UK /əv eɪdʒ/
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- Having reached the legal age of adulthood.
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of course
US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/
UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/
- Adverb
- Sure ; Certainly
- Phrase
- For sure; certainly
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of old
US /ʌv oʊld/
UK /əv əuld/
- other
- From a long time ago; in the past.
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of the like
US /ʌv ðə laɪk/
UK /əv ðə laɪk/
- other
- And similar kinds or types; alike in category.
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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 board
US /ɑn bɔrd/
UK /ɔn bɔ:d/
- Phrase
- Being on a ship, plane, or other vehicle
- Adverb
- On or in a ship, aircraft, train, or other vehicle
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on earth
US /ɑn ɚθ/
UK /ɔn ə:θ/
- Phrase
- Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
- Used to emphasize that something is not possible or will not happen.
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on purpose
US /ɑn ˈpɚpəs/
UK /ɔn ˈpə:pəs/
- Idiom
- Intentionally; deliberately.
- Phrase
- Intentionally; deliberately.
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on the back of
US /ɑn ðə bæk əv/
UK /ɒn ðə bæk əv/
- other
- As a result of or following something.
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on the contrary
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UK
- Phrase
- In contrast; from the opposite standpoint
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on the door
US /ɑn ðə dɔr/
UK /ɒn ðə dɔ:/
- Preposition
- Situated on the surface or part of a door.
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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 ladder
US /ɑn ðə ˈlædɚ/
UK /ɒn ðə ˈlædə/
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- Progressing or climbing toward success or promotion.
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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 wings of the wind
US /ɑn ðə wɪŋz əv ði wɪnd/
UK /ɒn ðə wɪŋz əv ðə wɪnd/
- other
- Moving or traveling swiftly and effortlessly through the air.
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on tiptoe
US /ɑn ˈtɪptoʊ/
UK /ɒn ˈtɪptəu/
- other
- Walking quietly with raised heels to avoid making noise.
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once upon a time
US /wʌns əˈpɑn e taɪm/
UK /wʌns əˈpɔn ə taim/
- Phrase
- A conventional phrase used to begin fairy tales and other stories.
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order in
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To request food from a restaurant to be delivered to one's home or other location.
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out cold
US
UK
- Adjective
- Unconscious; knocked out.
- In a deep sleep; completely asleep.
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out of practice
US /aʊt ʌv ˈpræktɪs/
UK /aut ɔv ˈpræktis/
- Adjective
- Having declined in skill or ability due to lack of recent practice.
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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 the way
US /ˈoʊvɚ ðə ˈweɪ/
UK /ˈəuvə ðə ˈweɪ/
- other
- Located nearby or close by, often across the road.
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past it
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UK
- Adjective
- No longer capable or effective due to age or declining condition.
- Beyond the point of being useful or functional.
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peck at
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To strike or pick at something with the beak.
- To nag or criticize someone constantly about trivial matters.
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phantom
US /ˈfæntəm/
UK /'fæntəm/
- Noun
- A spirit or ghost existing only in a person's mind
- Adjective
- Being unreal or imaginary
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pick holes
US /pɪk hoʊlz/
UK /pɪk həʊlz/
- other
- Find faults or mistakes in an argument or idea.
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pipe in
US /paɪp ɪn/
UK /paɪp in/
- other
- To suddenly interrupt or add to a conversation.
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positive light
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UK
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- A way of presenting someone or something that makes them seem good or desirable.
- An optimistic or favorable perspective.
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provided with
US /prəˈvaɪdɪd wɪð/
UK /prəˈvaidid wið/
- Verb
- Past tense of providing; supplied or equipped someone with something.
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public life
US /ˈpʌblɪk laɪf/
UK /ˈpʌblik laif/
- Noun
- The aspect of a person's life that concerns their involvement in public affairs, especially as a politician or other figure known to the general public.
- The state of being exposed to general public attention or knowledge.
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put out
US /pʊt aʊt/
UK /put aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To publish, e.g. a book
- To cause someone to be troubled or inconvenienced
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rather than
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UK
- Adverb
- More exactly; more correctly
- Preferably; instead
- Preposition
- Instead of
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red hot
US /rɛd hɑt/
UK /red hɔt/
- Adjective
- Extremely hot; heated to a point of glowing red.
- Very exciting, popular, or successful.
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red in the face
US /rɛd ɪn ðə feɪs/
UK /red ɪn ðə feɪs/
- other
- Having a flushed face from embarrassment, anger, or exertion.
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robe
US /roʊb/
UK /rəʊb/
- Noun
- Long loose piece of clothing denoting high rank
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round to
US /raʊnd tə/
UK /raund tə/
- other
- To visit someone's place informally, usually briefly.
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same time
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UK
- Phrase
- Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- At the identical time as before; recurring at a fixed hour.
- Noun
- An equal duration or period.
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say uncle
US /seɪ ˈʌŋkl/
UK /sei ˈʌŋkl/
- other
- To admit defeat or give up under pressure.
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scarcely
US /ˈskɛrsli/
UK /ˈskeəsli/
- Adverb
- Only a very short time before
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scrooge
US /skru:dʒ/
UK /skru:dʒ/
- Noun
- A mean ungenerous person
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secret of
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UK
- Phrase
- The key or hidden information that explains something.
- Confidential information about something.
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set forth
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To explain; present a plan; express in words
- To start out on a journey
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set on
US /sɛt ɑn/
UK /set ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To attack
- To cause someone to want to do something.
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set up
US /sɛt ʌp/
UK /set ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To make arrangements for something; establish
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To arrange or prepare something for use.
- To start a business, organization, etc.
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setting off
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To start a journey
- To cause something to explode or start working.
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shut out
US /ʃʌt aʊt/
UK /ʃʌt aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To prevent from entering; keep out of relationship
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shut up
US /ʃʌt ʌp/
UK /ʃʌt ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To close something, e.g. a shop
- To (cause someone to) be silent or not speak
- Interjection
- An expression of disbelief or surprise
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sit down
US /sit daʊn/
UK /sit daun/
- Phrasal Verb
- To take a seat
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snuff out
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To extinguish, especially a candle or flame, by covering it.
- To put an end to something suddenly and decisively.
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speak out
US /spik aʊt/
UK /spi:k aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To express your opinion frankly and publicly, especially about something that you disagree with.
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speak to
US /spik tu/
UK /spi:k tu:/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To address or communicate with someone.
- To indicate or suggest something; to be relevant to.
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spectre
US /ˈspɛktɚ/
UK /'spektə(r)/
- Noun
- Mental representation of some haunting experience
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spirit
US /ˈspɪrɪt/
UK /'spɪrɪt/
- Noun
- Person's strong determination or attitude
- Unique qualities of person, place, or time
- Transitive Verb
- To take someone away as if by magic
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spread out
US /sprɛd aʊt/
UK /spred aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To extend or stretch over a large area.
- To arrange things so that they cover a large area.
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spring up
US /sprɪŋ ʌp/
UK /spriŋ ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To appear or develop quickly and suddenly.
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squeeze in
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UK
- Phrase
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struck up
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To begin a friendship, relationship, or conversation.
- To begin to play music.
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such as
US /sʌtʃ æz/
UK /sʌtʃ æz/
- Preposition
- For example; like
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suppose
US /səˈpoʊz/
UK /sə'pəʊz/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To imagine or guess what might happen
- Conjunction
- What if
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take it from me
US /teɪk ɪt frəm mi/
UK /teɪk ɪt frɒm mi:/
- other
- Trust me or believe what I say based on experience.
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talking about
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To discuss a particular topic.
- To be constantly mentioning or bringing up a subject.
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think of
US /θɪŋk ʌv/
UK /θiŋk ɔv/
- Phrasal Verb
- To look on as (being something specific); consider
- To consider or remember something.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To imagine or call something to mind
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tiny
US /ˈtaɪni/
UK /'taɪnɪ/
- Adjective
- Very, very small
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to some extent
US /tu sʌm ɪkˈstɛnt/
UK /tu: sʌm iksˈtent/
- Phrase
- Partially; not completely.
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to that end
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UK
- Phrase
- In order to achieve that aim or purpose.
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to the point
US /tu ði pɔɪnt/
UK /tu: ðə pɔint/
- Adjective
- Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
- Phrase
- Relevant and pertinent to the matter at hand.
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together with
US /təˈɡɛðɚ wɪð/
UK /təˈɡeðə wið/
- Preposition
- In addition to; along with.
- Including; as well as.
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turn to
US /tɚn tu/
UK /tə:n tu:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
- To start doing or using something, often something bad or undesirable.
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turned upside down
US
UK
- Adjective
- In an inverted position; reversed or disordered.
- Transitive Verb
- To disrupt or throw into disorder; to reverse the normal state of affairs.
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uncle
US /ˈʌŋkəl/
UK /'ʌŋkl/
- Countable Noun
- Brother of a parent or the husband of your aunt
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up against
US /ʌp əˈɡenst/
UK /ʌp əˈɡenst/
- Phrase
- Facing or contending with something difficult or challenging.
- In close proximity or contact with something.
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up there
US /ʌp ðɛr/
UK /ʌp ðɛə/
- Adverb
- In or to a higher place or position; far away.
- In heaven.
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upon a time
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UK
- Phrase
- An introductory phrase used to begin a story, typically a fairy tale.
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upon the point of
US /əˈpɑn ðə pɔɪnt əv/
UK /əˈpɒn ðə pɔɪnt əv/
- other
- About to do something very soon or nearly ready.
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used to
US /juzd tu/
UK /ˈju:st tə/
- Adjective
- Did regularly before, but don't do now
- Auxiliary Verb
- Have done before, but do not do now
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walk through
US /wɔk θru/
UK /wɔ:k θru:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To show someone carefully how to do something
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walk with
US /wɔk wɪð/
UK /wɔ:k wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To accompany someone while walking.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To support or stand by someone.
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wall in
US /wɔl ɪn/
UK /wɔ:l ɪn/
- other
- To surround something tightly with walls or barriers.
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with a bang
US /wɪð e bæŋ/
UK /wið ə bæŋ/
- Phrase
- In a sudden, noticeable, and exciting way.
- Accompanied by a loud, explosive noise.
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with age
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UK
- Phrase
- As someone gets older; as time passes.
- Improving in quality or value as it gets older.
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with it
US /wɪð ɪt/
UK /wið it/
- Adjective
- Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- Understanding and knowledgeable about current trends or information.
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yes and no
US
UK
- Phrase
- An ambivalent or uncertain answer; a response that is neither a clear affirmation nor a clear denial.
- A situation with both positive and negative aspects; a qualified affirmation.
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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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Ever wondered how Scrooge transforms from a grumpy miser to a generous soul? Dive into Charles Dickens' classic 'A Christmas Carol' and explore rich vocabulary and complex sentence structures that bring this Victorian tale to life! You'll pick up advanced words and gain cultural insights perfect for B2 learners looking to deepen their understanding of classic literature and workplace dialogue.

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