Vocabulary

• case by case: Considering each case individually, rather than applying a general rule.
• look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
• out there: In or to a place that is far away
• of course: Sure ; Certainly
• based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
• as well as: Also; in addition to
• come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
• at risk: In danger; likely to be harmed
• whole point: The main purpose or most important aspect of something.
• have to: Must do
• in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
• regardless of
• over time: Gradually; as time passes.
• carry on: To engage in an activity, e.g. a conversation
• with regard to: Concerning; in relation to.
• outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
• let down
• deeply affected: Strongly influenced or touched emotionally.
• at hand: Close by; readily available.
• at the minimum: Not less than the smallest amount or number.
• out of the way: Remote; isolated.
• step out: To go outside for a short time
• other than: Except for; apart from.
• in favor of: Expressing support or approval for someone or something.
• answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
• at large: (of a person or animal, especially one that is dangerous) not captured; free.
• at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
• same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
• first off: To begin with; firstly.
• go into detail: To explain or describe something fully and completely.
• into detail: To explain or discuss something thoroughly with many specifics.
• such as: For example; like
• along with: In addition to; together with.
• on top of that: In addition to something already mentioned; furthermore.
• in public: In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
• in hospital: Admitted to a hospital for treatment.
• by the by: Incidentally; in passing; as a side note.
• come for: To arrive to collect someone or something.
• no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
• used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
• depending on: To rely on for support (financial or emotional)
• in part: To some extent; partially.
• strip away: To gradually reduce the power, rights, or possessions of someone.
• at the end of the day: Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
• carry out
• stitch up: To sew up a wound or cut.
• put out: To publish, e.g. a book
• in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
• put through: To connect someone to the number he or she wants
• to do with: To be about something; concern
• hang on: To wait for the person you phoned to answer
• threat to: A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
• for life: For the duration of one's life; permanently.
• enter into: To begin or become involved in something, such as an agreement or activity.
• turn around: To change your body to the opposite direction
• in power: Having control of a country or organization.
• to a large extent: Mostly or for the most part; primarily.
• step to: To approach someone or something, often with a specific purpose.
• step back: To move backwards; to move away from something.
• for the sake of: For the purpose of; in the interest of.
• rely on: To depend on someone or something
• around the world: In or to many countries.
• speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
• found out: To learn or discover something, often after some effort.
• talk about it: To discuss a particular subject.
• in order to: For the purpose of; with the aim of.
• speaks volumes: To strongly convey a message or impression without words.
• process: To organize and use data in a computer
• matter: To be of great importance; to count
• impact: A striking effect or result to hit with force
• precious: Having a youthful, cute, and pleasant appearance
• increase: To make or become larger in size or amount
• exist: To be present, alive or real
• expert: Skillful person with special knowledge
• function: Social event, or party such as a wedding
• avoid: To prevent from happening
• court: To act in a way to shows you wish to marry someone
• appeal: Ability to attract interest, attention, or desire
• private: Being away from others and quiet
• decision: Choice made after thinking; final judgment
• security: Department in a company in charge of protection
• threat: Warning of probable trouble
• household: Being in everyday use; common
• board: Surface for posting or showing information
• pretty: Being attractive to the eye in a simple way
• create: To make, cause, or bring into existence
• institution: Organization created for a particular aim/purpose
• risk: To do something potentially dangerous or foolish
• role: Character played by an actor
• press: Machine using pressure to shape, flatten, squeeze
• soil: Conditions in which something develops
• leave: To go away from; depart
• bear: To accept (responsibilities or duties)
• haven: Place where people can feel safe and happy
• devastate: To cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly
• assessment: Conclusion, opinion formed after due consideration
• lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
• reconciliation: Getting two figures/accounts to match financially
• british: Concerning the culture and people of British
• committee: Group of people who do or decide something
• fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
• harm: To damage, injure, or hurt someone or something
• continue: To do something without stopping, or after pausing
• citizen: Person who belongs to and has rights in a country
• palace: Official home of a ruler, such as a king or queen
• disclosure: Making private information public
• overnight: (Becoming famous, etc.) in a short amount of time
• interference: Unwanted involvement in the concerns of others
• constrain: To make someone do something by strong persuasion
• grandmother: Your mother or father's mother
• unsafe: Likely to be dangerous or harmful