Vocabulary

  • feel like: To have a desire or inclination for something.
  • for someone: On behalf of or intended for a particular person.
  • for myself: Done for one's own benefit or use.
  • have to: Must do
  • star sign: One of the twelve areas of the zodiac, associated with a particular period of the year.
  • in good condition: Being in a satisfactory or healthy state; not damaged or deteriorated.
  • figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
  • as a gift: Given without expectation of payment; a present.
  • for example: As an illustration or instance.
  • as well as: Also; in addition to
  • think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
  • in passing: Mentioned briefly or casually without focus.
  • think about: To consider something carefully.
  • in advance: Ahead of time; before something happens
  • to a T: Exactly, perfectly fitting or accurate.
  • rely on: To depend on someone or something
  • terrible at: Very bad or unskilled at something.
  • look through: To examine carefully to see what is there
  • next to: Being located along side another
  • tag on: To add something extra or join a group or activity.
  • one being: An individual existence; a person or creature.
  • in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
  • blend in: To look or behave like the surrounding people so you are not easily noticed.
  • on the safe side: Taking precautions to avoid possible problems.
  • as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
  • hold off: To delay doing something; postpone.
  • turn off
  • in particular: Specifically; especially.
  • up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
  • going on: To continue doing something
  • see in: To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
  • by any means: In any way possible, regardless of the method
  • in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
  • set up
  • in the end: Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
  • go shopping: To go to stores to buy things
  • this day and age: The present period or modern times.
  • in this day and age: In the present time; nowadays.
  • put together: To build or assemble something small, e.g. a toy
  • go ahead: To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
  • to pieces: Broken into many small parts.
  • start off: To begin or commence something.
  • in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
  • over the top: More than what is considered normal or suitable; exaggerated.
  • got to: To arrive at some place
  • come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
  • in moderation: Not excessively; with restraint.
  • in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
  • wait for: To wait until someone comes, or something happens
  • outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
  • literally: In a literal manner or sense; exactly as stated.
  • sort: To organize things by putting them into groups
  • iconic: Being widely recognized as a symbol of something
  • brand: A mark burned on an animal to show who owns it
  • bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
  • condition: To improve something to make it better
  • guide: To help or advise someone about something
  • throw: To use your arm to make something fly in the air
  • agenda: Plan or policy to achieve your goal or intentions
  • charity: Kindness and willingness to forgive, help
  • lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
  • blanket: Piece of cloth you covers yourself with in bed
  • sign: Indication that something exists or will happen
  • vintage: Old and somewhat treasured
  • grace: Dignified polite behavior, as when things go badly
  • polish: Act of making something clean and shiny
  • fur: Hairy coat of an animal
  • amazing: Surprising in a pleasing way
  • rise: To wake up and get out of bed after sleeping
  • scarf: To eat or drink something quickly
  • excellent: Extremely good
  • great: Very good; better than before
  • turn: To become (a particular age)
  • find: To become aware of something that is happening
  • wear: To have clothes, glasses, shoes etc. on your body
  • possibly: May be true or likely, but is uncertain
  • leather: Chemically tanned animal skin, e.g. for shoes
  • jewelry: Necklace, ring, etc., often made of gold, etc.
  • allocate: To distribute or set apart for a plan or purpose
  • think: To have an idea about something without certainty
  • store: To put things in a place for later use
  • case: Container used to carry things, e.g. clothes
  • feel: To be aware of or experience an emotion, sensation
  • silver: Person's name
  • life: All the living things e.g. animals, plants, humans
  • pair: Two of the same thing, e.g. socks
  • item: Single, brief piece of news or reporting
  • tag: Child's game in which one person chases the others
  • kit: Set, collection of tools, supplies, for a purpose
  • thrift: Cautious management of money
  • wool: Soft, thick hair of sheep, used for clothing
  • necklace: Piece of jewelry that hangs around the neck
  • mark: Person's name
  • video: Recording capturing action with sound
  • sticker: A short pointed knife for piercing or stabbing
  • sterling: Of very strong, true character; very reliable
  • online: Connected to the internet
  • eve: The time just before something happens
  • jewellery: Necklace, ring, etc., often made of gold, etc.
  • ultrasonic: Having frequencies above those of audible sound
  • swatch: Sample piece of cloth
  • kip: A sleep; a nap
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    • agenda

      US /əˈdʒɛndə/

      UK /ə'dʒendə/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Plan or policy to achieve your goal or intentions
      • Outcome you want to happen but do not reveal
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    • allocate

      US /ˈæləˌket/

      UK /ˈæləkeɪt/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To distribute or set apart for a plan or purpose
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    • amazing

      US /ə'meɪzɪŋ/

      UK /ə'meɪzɪŋ/

      • Adjective
      • Surprising in a pleasing way
      • Transitive Verb
      • To cause wonder; to surprise completely
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    • as a gift

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Given without expectation of payment; a present.
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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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    • blanket

      US /ˈblæŋkɪt/

      UK /'blæŋkɪt/

      • Countable Noun
      • Piece of cloth you covers yourself with in bed
      • Transitive Verb
      • To cover something completely so it cannot be seen
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    • blend in

      US /blɛnd ɪn/

      UK /blend in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To look or behave like the surrounding people so you are not easily noticed.
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    • brand

      US /brænd/

      UK /brænd/

      • Noun
      • A mark burned on an animal to show who owns it
      • Product made or designed by a named company
      • Transitive Verb
      • To burn a mark on an animal to show who owns it
      • To describe someone as a liar, coward, etc.
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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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    • charity

      US /ˈtʃærɪti/

      UK /'tʃærətɪ/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Kindness and willingness to forgive, help
      • Institution providing help to the needy, the sick
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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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    • condition

      US /kənˈdɪʃən/

      UK /kənˈdɪʃn/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To improve something to make it better
      • To cause to behave automatically in a certain way
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Disease or other medical problem
      • The state of living you are in, e.g. good health
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    • eve

      US /i:v/

      UK /i:v/

      • Noun
      • The time just before something happens
      • Day before a significant or special day
      • Proper Noun
      • Person's name
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    • excellent

      US /ˈɛksələnt/

      UK /ˈeksələnt/

      • Adjective
      • Extremely good
      • Very skilled; having great ability.
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    • feel like

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To have a desire or inclination for something.
      • To have a particular quality or sensation; resemble.
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    • figure out

      US /ˈfɪɡjɚ aʊt/

      UK /ˈfiɡə aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To understand the behavior of someone
      • To think through logically to find a solution
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To understand or find an answer to something.
      • To find a solution to a problem or understand something.
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    • for example

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • As an illustration or instance.
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    • for myself

      US /fɚ maɪˈsɛlf/

      UK /fə maɪˈself/

      • other
      • Done for one's own benefit or use.
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    • for someone

      US /fɚ ˈsʌmwʌn/

      UK /fə ˈsʌmwʌn/

      • other
      • On behalf of or intended for a particular person.
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    • fur

      US /fɚ/

      UK /fɜ:(r)/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Hairy coat of an animal
      • Clothing item made with animal fur
      • Transitive Verb
      • To apply strips of wood or metal to a wall or ceiling to create a level surface.
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    • go ahead

      US /ɡo əˈhɛd/

      UK /ɡəu əˈhed/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
      • To give permission to do something
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To start or proceed with something
      • To proceed despite potential obstacles or doubts.
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    • go shopping

      US /ɡo ˈʃɑpɪŋ/

      UK /ɡəu ˈʃɔpɪŋ/

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To go to stores to buy things
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    • going on

      US /ˈɡoɪŋ ɑn/

      UK /ˈgəʊɪŋ ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continue doing something
      • To happen (usually negative)
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    • got to

      US /ɡɑt tu/

      UK /gɔt tu:/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To arrive at some place
      • To have the opportunity or permission to do something
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To appeal to the emotions of; move
      • To finally begin to start something after a delay
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    • grace

      US /ɡres/

      UK /ɡreɪs/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Dignified polite behavior, as when things go badly
      • God's kindness shown to people
      • Transitive Verb
      • To make a place look more attractive
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    • guide

      US /ɡaɪd/

      UK /ɡaɪd/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To help or advise someone about something
      • To control missile to hit a target by radio signal
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Book or a magazine containing information/advice
      • Person leading others visiting an unknown place
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    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
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    • hold off

      US /hold ɔf/

      UK /həuld ɔf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To delay doing something; postpone.
      • To prevent someone or something from attacking or affecting you.
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    • iconic

      US /aɪˈkɑnɪk/

      UK /aɪˈkɒnɪk/

      • Adjective
      • Being widely recognized as a symbol of something
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    • in advance

      US /ɪn ædˈvæns/

      UK /in ədˈvɑ:ns/

      • Phrase
      • Ahead of time; before something happens
      • Noun
      • A payment made before it is due, especially for work to be done
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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 condition

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Being in a satisfactory or healthy state; not damaged or deteriorated.
      • Well-maintained and showing little sign of wear or damage.
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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 moderation

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Not excessively; with restraint.
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    • in particular

      US /ɪn pɚˈtɪkjəlɚ/

      UK /in pəˈtikjulə/

      • Phrase
      • Specifically; especially.
      • Detailed or precise.
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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 the end

      US /ɪn ði ɛnd/

      UK /in ðə end/

      • Phrase
      • Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
      • Ultimately; as the final result or consequence.
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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 this day and age

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In the present time; nowadays.
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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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    • item

      US /ˈaɪtəm/

      UK /ˈaɪtəm/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Single, brief piece of news or reporting
      • Distinct, individual thing, often part of a group
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    • jewellery

      US /ˈdʒuːəlri/

      UK /ˈdʒu:əlri/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Necklace, ring, etc., often made of gold, etc.
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    • jewelry

      US /ˈdʒuəlri/

      UK /'dʒu:əlrɪ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Necklace, ring, etc., often made of gold, etc.
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    • kip

      US /kɪp/

      UK /kɪp/

      • Noun
      • A sleep; a nap
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To take a sleep or a nap
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    • kit

      US /kɪt/

      UK /kɪt/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Set, collection of tools, supplies, for a purpose
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    • leather

      US /ˈlɛðɚ/

      UK /ˈleðə(r)/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Chemically tanned animal skin, e.g. for shoes
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    • literally

      US /ˈlɪtərəli/

      UK

      • Adverb
      • In a literal manner or sense; exactly as stated.
      • Used for emphasis to describe something that is actually true, often to highlight surprise or intensity.
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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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    • mark

      US /mɑrk/

      UK /mɑ:k/

      • Proper Noun
      • Person's name
      • Transitive Verb
      • To put a dirty spot or line on something
      • To give a grade for homework
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    • necklace

      US /ˈnɛklɪs/

      UK /ˈnekləs/

      • Countable Noun
      • Piece of jewelry that hangs around the neck
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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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    • on the safe side

      US /ɑn ðə ˈseɪf ˈsaɪd/

      UK /ɒn ðə ˈseɪf ˈsaɪd/

      • other
      • Taking precautions to avoid possible problems.
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    • one being

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • An individual existence; a person or creature.
      • A single entity or individual, especially in a philosophical or spiritual context.
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    • online

      US /ˌɑ:nˈlaɪn/

      UK /ˌɒnˈlaɪn/

      • Adjective
      • Connected to the internet
      • Adverb
      • Via the internet.
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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 top

      US /ˈovɚ ði tɑp/

      UK /ˈəuvə ðə tɔp/

      • Adjective
      • More than what is considered normal or suitable; exaggerated.
      • So extreme that it is offensive.
      • Adverb
      • To an excessive degree; excessively.
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    • pair

      US /per/

      UK /peə(r)/

      • Countable Noun
      • Two of the same thing, e.g. socks
      • Two people viewed together for some reason; couple
      • Transitive Verb
      • To put two things or people together
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    • polish

      US /ˈpɑlɪʃ/

      UK /'pɒlɪʃ/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Act of making something clean and shiny
      • A cream used to make shoes etc. shiny
      • Transitive Verb
      • To make something smooth and shiny by rubbing it
      • To make something smooth and shiny by rubbing it
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    • put together

      US /pʊt təˈɡɛðɚ/

      UK /put təˈɡeðə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To build or assemble something small, e.g. a toy
      • To organize or arrange something.
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    • rely on

      US /rɪˈlaɪ ɑn/

      UK /riˈlai ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To depend on someone or something
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    • scarf

      US /skɑ:rf/

      UK /skɑ:f/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To eat or drink something quickly
      • Countable Noun
      • Long piece of cloth worn around the neck
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    • see in

      US /si ɪn/

      UK /si: in/

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

      US /ˈsɪlvɚ/

      UK /'sɪlvə(r)/

      • Noun
      • Person's name
      • Shiny gray color
      • Transitive Verb
      • To coat something with a layer of silver
      • To polish silver objects to make them shine
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    • star sign

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      UK

      • Noun
      • One of the twelve areas of the zodiac, associated with a particular period of the year.
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    • start off

      US /stɑrt ɔf/

      UK /stɑ:t ɔf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To begin or commence something.
      • To begin a journey.
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    • sterling

      US /ˈstɚlɪŋ/

      UK /'stɜ:lɪŋ/

      • Adjective
      • Of very strong, true character; very reliable
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    • sticker

      US /ˈstɪkɚ/

      UK /ˈstɪkə(r)/

      • Noun
      • A short pointed knife for piercing or stabbing
      • An adhesive label, e.g. to identify something
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    • store

      US /stɔr, stor/

      UK /stɔ:(r)/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To put things in a place for later use
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Place where things are kept for future use
      • Place where you can go to buy things
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    • swatch

      US /swɑ:tʃ/

      UK /swɒtʃ/

      • Countable Noun
      • Sample piece of cloth
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    • tag

      US /tæɡ/

      UK /tæɡ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Child's game in which one person chases the others
      • A name or label on something or someone
      • Transitive Verb
      • To apply a name or label to something or someone
      • To touch someone you are chasing in a game
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    • tag on

      US /tæg ɑn/

      UK /tæg ɒn/

      • other
      • To add something extra or join a group or activity.
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    • terrible at

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Very bad or unskilled at something.
      • Having a very low level of ability in a particular activity.
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    • think about

      US /θɪŋk əˈbaʊt/

      UK /θiŋk əˈbaut/

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

      US /θɪŋk ʌv/

      UK /θiŋk ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To look on as (being something specific); consider
      • To consider or remember something.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To imagine or call something to mind
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    • this day and age

      US /ðɪs deɪ ənd eɪdʒ/

      UK /ðɪs deɪ ənd eɪdʒ/

      • other
      • The present period or modern times.
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    • thrift

      US /θrɪft/

      UK /θrɪft/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Cautious management of money
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    • to a T

      US /tə ə ti/

      UK /tə ə ti:/

      • other
      • Exactly, perfectly fitting or accurate.
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    • to pieces

      US /tu ˈpisɪz/

      UK /tu ˈpi:sɪz/

      • other
      • Broken into many small parts.
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    • turn off

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make someone feel negatively about something
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    • ultrasonic

      US /ˌʌltrəˈsɑnɪk/

      UK /ˌʌltrəˈsɒnɪk/

      • Adjective
      • Having frequencies above those of audible sound
      • Noun
      • A device that uses ultrasonic waves, especially for medical imaging.
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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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    • video

      US /ˈvɪdiˌo/

      UK /'vɪdɪəʊ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Recording capturing action with sound
      • A recording of moving visual images made digitally or on videotape.
      • Transitive Verb
      • To make a moving film of, with sound
      • To make a video call.
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    • vintage

      US /ˈvɪntɪdʒ/

      UK /ˈvɪntɪdʒ/

      • Adjective
      • Old and somewhat treasured
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    • wait for

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To wait until someone comes, or something happens
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      • Soft, thick hair of sheep, used for clothing
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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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