Vocabulary

  • next to: Being located along side another
  • come up to: To meet expectations
  • used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
  • got to: To arrive at some place
  • in real life: In the physical world; not online or in a fictional setting.
  • wake up: To stop sleeping
  • at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
  • same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
  • of all time: The best or most significant in history.
  • order in: To request food from a restaurant to be delivered to one's home or other location.
  • in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, disbelief
  • up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
  • feel like: To have a desire or inclination for something.
  • warm up: To gently exercise muscles before doing sport
  • have to: Must do
  • out there: In or to a place that is far away
  • know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
  • fuck around: To waste time; to not be serious.
  • think about: To consider something carefully.
  • show in: To lead someone into a room or building.
  • talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
  • old school: Traditional or old-fashioned in style, behavior, or attitude.
  • keep it up: To continue doing something well
  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • hang out: To spend time with your friends
  • shit out: To produce something quickly and in large quantities, often of low quality.
  • no shame: Without a sense of embarrassment or guilt.
  • in the streets: Located or happening outdoors in public roads or areas.
  • like fuck: Used to emphasize a very high degree or intensity.
  • for some reason: For a reason that is not known or not easily explained.
  • come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
  • feel the need: To have a strong desire or urge to do something.
  • see about: To look into or arrange something.
  • in itself: Considered alone or without reference to anything else; intrinsically.
  • for nothing: Without payment or reward; to no purpose or effect; in vain
  • allow me: A polite way of offering to do something for someone.
  • wipe down: To clean a surface by wiping it with a cloth.
  • head up: To lead or manage a team, project, or organization.
  • make up: To invent or create a story
  • back down: To admit you were wrong; stop claiming
  • fit in: To mix with others so you get on well with them
  • over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
  • my eye: Used to express disbelief or skepticism.
  • pick me up: To collect someone or something from a place.
  • tv show: A television program.
  • move to: To change the place where you live or work.
  • give up: To lose hope or admit defeat
  • by any measure: According to any standard or criterion; in every way.
  • go ahead: To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
  • just kind of: Used to express a feeling or state in a vague or hesitant way.
  • like fun: Very fast or with great effort or enthusiasm.
  • spot on: Exactly right; perfectly accurate.
  • walk away: To leave a situation, especially a difficult or unpleasant one.
  • work on: To devote effort to improve or develop something
  • outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
  • in the house: Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
  • jerk off: To masturbate (typically used for males).
  • on paper: In theory or as a plan, but not necessarily in reality.
  • going on: To continue doing something
  • back in the day: In the past; in former times.
  • on the couch: Receiving psychotherapy or psychological treatment.
  • of old: From a long time ago; in the past.
  • for free: Without charge; at no cost.
  • out of control: Impossible to manage or control.
  • in a while: In a short period of time; soon.
  • once in a while: Occasionally; not very often.
  • with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
  • deal with
  • family man: A man who is devoted to his family and considers their needs to be very important.
  • at the end of the day: Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
  • on the other side of: Located across something from a given point.
  • check up on: To investigate or inspect
  • in jail: Imprisoned; confined in a jail or prison.
  • hook it up: To connect a piece of equipment to a power supply or to another piece of equipment
  • revolving door: A door consisting of several panels that hang on a central shaft and rotate to allow people to enter or leave a building.
  • right back: Said when someone says they will return soon, indicating you expect their prompt return.
  • hanging out: To spend time with your friends
  • right for: Suitable or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation.
  • in public: In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
  • turn red: To blush or become flushed, usually due to embarrassment or shyness.
  • go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
  • turn down: To fold something, e.g. a shirt collar
  • at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
  • in every way: In all manners or respects; completely.
  • put out: To publish, e.g. a book
  • apparently: According to what you heard; from what can be seen
  • pretend: To act as if something is true when it is not
  • basically: Used before you explain something simply, clearly
  • represent: To depict art objects, figures, scenes; to portray
  • dude: Form of address for a man
  • stereotype: False categorization of people as all the same
  • tip: To pour or move something from a place, container
  • deal: To cope with something - usually troubles
  • extra: More than necessary; additional
  • foam: Mix of a liquid and air to form a mass of bubbles
  • organic: Developing naturally and without a set structure
  • lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
  • sign: Indication that something exists or will happen
  • college: School or educational institution for adults
  • great: Very good; better than before
  • orgasm: Moment of most intense pleasure when having sex
  • pull: Act of breathing in smoke, as from a pipe
  • change: To exchange one set of clothes for another
  • grow: To get bigger and more mature; make plants do this
  • wear: To have clothes, glasses, shoes etc. on your body
  • business: A company formed for making profit
  • fine: Good, acceptable or satisfactory
  • start: First time or place that a thing exists; beginning
  • understand: To know the meaning of language, what someone says
  • growth: Improvement, development in a skill over time
  • rap: To hit sharply or repeatedly with something
  • real: Actually existing or happening, not imagined
  • guy: Man; boy; any person
  • life: All the living things e.g. animals, plants, humans
  • country: An area of land that is controlled by a government
  • apartment: Set of rooms to live in on one floor of a building
  • kid: Child or young person
  • soap: Hard cream-like substance used to wash something
  • ghost: To write a book on behalf of another person
  • calculator: A small electronic device used for calculation
  • bro: Shortened form of 'brother'
  • passport: Official book of identification allowing travel
  • deport: To force a person to leave a country
  • math: Study or science of numbers and shapes
  • gay: Happy and bright
  • ping: To make a high sharp sound, as bullet hitting rock
  • pong: To smell badly
  • jay: Bird with a blue and white pattern on the wing
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    • allow me

      US

      UK

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

      US /əˈpɑ:rtmənt/

      UK /əˈpɑ:tmənt/

      • Countable Noun
      • Set of rooms to live in on one floor of a building
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    • apparently

      US /əˈpærəntlɪ/

      UK /əˈpærəntli/

      • Adverb
      • According to what you heard; from what can be seen
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    • at night

      US /æt naɪt/

      UK /æt nait/

      • Phrase
      • During the night; in the nighttime.
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    • at the end of the day

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
      • After a day's work or activities.
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    • at the same time

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
      • Nevertheless; however; used to introduce a contrasting or qualifying statement.
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    • back down

      US /bæk daʊn/

      UK /bæk daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To admit you were wrong; stop claiming
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    • back in the day

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In the past; in former times.
      • Referring to a past time, often with a sense of nostalgia or fondness.
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    • basically

      US /ˈbesɪkəli,-kli/

      UK /ˈbeɪsɪkli/

      • Adverb
      • Used before you explain something simply, clearly
      • In essence; when you consider the most important aspects of something.
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    • bro

      US /broʊ/

      UK /brəʊ/

      • Countable Noun
      • Shortened form of 'brother'
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    • by any measure

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • According to any standard or criterion; in every way.
      B2
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    • calculator

      US /ˈkælkjəˌletɚ/

      UK /'kælkjʊleɪtə(r)/

      • Noun
      • A small electronic device used for calculation
      B2
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    • check up on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To investigate or inspect
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    • college

      US /'kɑːlɪdʒ/

      UK /'kɒlɪdʒ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • School or educational institution for adults
      • A constituent body of a university.
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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 up to

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To meet expectations
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    • deal with

      US /dil wɪð/

      UK /di:l wið/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To buy or sell goods or services.
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take action to solve a problem or manage a situation.
      • To be about; concern.
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    • deport

      US /dɪˈpɔrt, -ˈport/

      UK /dɪ'pɔ:t/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To force a person to leave a country
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    • dude

      US /dud, djud/

      UK /du:d/

      • Noun
      • Form of address for a man
      • (informal) A man; a fellow.
      • Interjection
      • (informal) Used as a term of address, often between men.
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    • extra

      US /'ekstrə/

      UK /'ekstrə/

      • Adjective
      • More than necessary; additional
      • Of especially good quality or grade.
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Items more than you need; additional items
      • Person who has a small part in a movie
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    • family man

      US /ˈfæməli mæn/

      UK /ˈfæmili mæn/

      • Countable Noun
      • A man who is devoted to his family and considers their needs to be very important.
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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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    • feel the need

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • To have a strong desire or urge to do something.
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    • fine

      US /faɪn/

      UK /faɪn/

      • Adjective
      • Good, acceptable or satisfactory
      • Of high quality; made with great skill
      • Countable Noun
      • Money you have to pay because you broke a rule
      • (at the end of a piece of music) the end
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    • fit in

      US /fɪt ɪn/

      UK /fit in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To mix with others so you get on well with them
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    • foam

      US /foʊm/

      UK /fəʊm/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Mix of a liquid and air to form a mass of bubbles
      • A lightweight material made of a mass of small bubbles, used for insulation or padding.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To mix air and liquid to form a mass of bubbles
      • To show anger or excitement in an uncontrolled way.
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    • for free

      US /fɔr fri/

      UK /fɔ: fri:/

      • Phrase
      • Without charge; at no cost.
      • Adjective
      • Available without payment.
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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 some reason

      US /fɔr sʌm ˈrizən/

      UK /fɔ: sʌm ˈri:zən/

      • Phrase
      • For a reason that is not known or not easily explained.
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    • fuck around

      US /fʌk əˈraʊnd/

      UK /fʌk əˈraund/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To waste time; to not be serious.
      • To mess with; to treat disrespectfully.
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    • gay

      US /ɡeɪ/

      UK /geɪ/

      • Adjective
      • Happy and bright
      • Attracted to the same sex; homosexual; lesbian
      • Noun
      • Person attracted to someone of the same sex
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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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    • give up

      US /ɡɪv ʌp/

      UK /ɡiv ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To lose hope or admit defeat
      • To decide to not start to try solving a problem
      • Verb Phrase
      • to surrender an item; hand over an item
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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 out

      US /ɡo aʊt/

      UK /ɡəu aut/

      • Phrase
      • To leave a building (e.g. a house)
      • Phrasal Verb
      • (Of a fire) to burn out; be extinguished
      • Go out of fashion to stop being fashionable
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    • going on

      US /ˈɡoɪŋ ɑn/

      UK /ˈgəʊɪŋ ɔn/

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

      US /groʊθ/

      UK /grəʊθ/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Improvement, development in a skill over time
      • Act of growing
      • Countable Noun
      • A mass on the skin or body part related to illness
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    • hang out

      US /hæŋ aʊt/

      UK /hæŋ aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To spend time with your friends
      • To spend times with friends or relax doing nothing
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    • hanging out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To spend time with your friends
      • To spend times with friends or relax doing nothing
      A2
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    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
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    • head up

      US /hɛd ʌp/

      UK /hed ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To lead or manage a team, project, or organization.
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    • hook it up

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To connect a piece of equipment to a power supply or to another piece of equipment
      • To meet or begin a relationship with someone
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    • in a while

      US /ɪn e hwaɪl/

      UK /in ə hwail/

      • Phrase
      • In a short period of time; soon.
      • For a short period of time; soon.
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    • in every way

      US /ɪn ˈɛvri we/

      UK /in ˈevri wei/

      • Phrase
      • In all manners or respects; completely.
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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 jail

      US /ɪn dʒel/

      UK /in dʒeil/

      • Phrase
      • Imprisoned; confined in a jail or prison.
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    • in public

      US /ɪn ˈpʌblɪk/

      UK /in ˈpʌblik/

      • Phrase
      • In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
      • Adjective
      • Relating to the government or the people as a whole.
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    • in real life

      US /ɪn ˈriəl laɪf/

      UK /in riəl laif/

      • Phrase
      • In the physical world; not online or in a fictional setting.
      • Actually; genuinely; not made up or fictional.
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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 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 world

      US /ɪn ði wɜrld/

      UK /in ðə wɜː(r)ld/

      • Phrase
      • Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, disbelief
      • Used to indicate the extent or degree of something, often in a superlative sense
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    • jay

      US /dʒe/

      UK /dʒeɪ/

      • Noun
      • Bird with a blue and white pattern on the wing
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    • jerk off

      US /dʒɚk ɔf/

      UK /dʒə:k ɔf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To masturbate (typically used for males).
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    • just kind of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Used to express a feeling or state in a vague or hesitant way.
      • Used to indicate something is approximately or generally similar to something else.
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    • keep it up

      US /kip ɪt ʌp/

      UK /ki:p it ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continue doing something well
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    • kid

      US /kɪd/

      UK /kɪd/

      • Countable Noun
      • Child or young person
      • Young goat
      • Adjective
      • Made from young goat skin
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    • know about

      US /noʊ əˈbaʊt/

      UK /nəʊ əˈbaut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
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    • like fuck

      US /laɪk fʌk/

      UK /laɪk fʌk/

      • other
      • Used to emphasize a very high degree or intensity.
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    • like fun

      US /laɪk fʌn/

      UK /laɪk fʌn/

      • other
      • Very fast or with great effort or enthusiasm.
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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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    • 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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    • math

      US /mæθ/

      UK /mæθ/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Study or science of numbers and shapes
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    • move to

      US /muv tu/

      UK /mu:v tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To change the place where you live or work.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To proceed to the next stage or action.
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    • my eye

      US /ˈmaɪ aɪ/

      UK /ˈmaɪ ai/

      • other
      • Used to express disbelief or skepticism.
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    • next to

      US /nɛkst tu/

      UK /nekst tu:/

      • Preposition
      • Being located along side another
      • In comparison with
      • Adverb
      • Almost; nearly
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    • no shame

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Without a sense of embarrassment or guilt.
      • Showing a lack of hesitation or embarrassment in a way that is admirable or amusing; bold.
      • Phrase
      • Without apology or regret.
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    • of all time

      US /ʌv ɔl taɪm/

      UK /ɔv ɔ:l taim/

      • Adjective
      • The best or most significant in history.
      • Phrase
      • Ever; in all of history.
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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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    • old school

      US /old skul/

      UK /əuld sku:l/

      • Adjective
      • Traditional or old-fashioned in style, behavior, or attitude.
      • Referring to an earlier, more traditional style of music, especially hip-hop or rap.
      • Noun
      • A traditional method or approach.
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    • on paper

      US /ɑn ˈpeɪpər/

      UK /ɔn ˈpeipə/

      • Phrase
      • In theory or as a plan, but not necessarily in reality.
      • Recorded in writing; documented.
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    • on the couch

      US /ɑn ðə kaʊtʃ/

      UK /ɒn ðə kaʊtʃ/

      • other
      • Receiving psychotherapy or psychological treatment.
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    • on the other side of

      US /ɑn ði ˈʌðɚ ˈsaɪd ʌv/

      UK /ɒn ði ˈʌðə ˈsaɪd ɒv/

      • Preposition
      • Located across something from a given point.
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    • once in a while

      US //wʌns ɪn ə waɪl//

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Occasionally; not very often.
      • Occasionally; not very often.
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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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    • organic

      US /ɔrˈɡænɪk/

      UK /ɔ:ˈgænɪk/

      • Adjective
      • Developing naturally and without a set structure
      • Concerning food made with few or no chemicals
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    • orgasm

      US /ˈɔrˌɡæzəm/

      UK /ˈɔ:gæzəm/

      • Noun
      • Moment of most intense pleasure when having sex
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    • out of control

      US /aʊt ʌv kənˈtrol/

      UK /aut ɔv kənˈtrəul/

      • Adjective
      • Impossible to manage or control.
      • Not able to be directed or steered.
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    • out there

      US /aʊt ðɛr/

      UK /aut ðɛə/

      • Adverb
      • In or to a place that is far away
      • Existing in the universe
      • Adjective
      • Unconventional; strange; avant-garde
      • Existing or available.
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    • outside of

      US /aʊtˈsaɪd ʌv/

      UK /ˌautˈsaid ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
      • Beyond the scope, range, or limits of something.
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    • over to

      US

      UK

      • Preposition
      • Used to hand over to someone else to speak
      • The responsibility is now yours
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    • passport

      US /ˈpæspɔ:rt/

      UK /ˈpɑ:spɔ:t/

      • Countable Noun
      • Official book of identification allowing travel
      • Noun
      • Way to achieve something
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    • pick me up

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To collect someone or something from a place.
      • To improve someone's mood or energy.
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    • ping

      US /pɪŋ/

      UK /pɪŋ/

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To make a high sharp sound, as bullet hitting rock
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    • pong

      US /pɔ:ŋ/

      UK /pɒŋ/

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To smell badly
      • Noun
      • A very bad smell
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    • pretend

      US /prɪˈtɛnd/

      UK /prɪ'tend/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To act as if something is true when it is not
      • Adjective
      • Not real; imaginary.
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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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    • rap

      US /ræp/

      UK /ræp/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To hit sharply or repeatedly with something
      • Noun
      • Music with a strong beat and spoken lyrics
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    • represent

      US /ˌrɛprɪˈzɛnt/

      UK /ˌreprɪ'zent/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To depict art objects, figures, scenes; to portray
      • To show or describe something in a particular way
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    • revolving door

      US /rɪˈvɑlvɪŋ dɔr/

      UK /rɪˈvɔlvɪŋ dɔ:/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A door consisting of several panels that hang on a central shaft and rotate to allow people to enter or leave a building.
      • The movement of personnel between roles as legislators or regulators and the industries affected by the legislation or regulation.
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    • right back

      US /raɪt bæk/

      UK /rait bæk/

      • Interjection
      • Said when someone says they will return soon, indicating you expect their prompt return.
      • Adverb
      • Immediately; very soon after going.
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    • right for

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Suitable or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation.
      • Correct or most appropriate.
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    • same time

      US

      UK

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

      US /si əˈbaʊt/

      UK /si: əˈbaʊt/

      • other
      • To look into or arrange something.
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    • shit out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To produce something quickly and in large quantities, often of low quality.
      • To expel waste from the body.
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    • show in

      US /ʃo ɪn/

      UK /ʃəu ɪn/

      • other
      • To lead someone into a room or building.
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    • soap

      US /sop/

      UK /səʊp/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Hard cream-like substance used to wash something
      • A TV serial
      • Transitive Verb
      • To put soap on something so it can be cleaned
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    • spot on

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Exactly right; perfectly accurate.
      • Adverb
      • Exactly at the expected or scheduled time.
      • Perfect; excellent.
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    • stereotype

      US /ˈstɛriəˌtaɪp, ˈstɪr-/

      UK /'sterɪətaɪp/

      • Noun
      • False categorization of people as all the same
      • Transitive Verb
      • To wrongly categorize people as all the same
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    • talking about

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To discuss a particular topic.
      • To be constantly mentioning or bringing up a subject.
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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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    • tip

      US /tɪp/

      UK /tɪp/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To pour or move something from a place, container
      • To give extra money for good service
      • Noun
      • End point of e.g. a pencil or finger
      • Extra money given for good service
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    • turn down

      US /tɚn daʊn/

      UK /tə:n daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To fold something, e.g. a shirt collar
      • To refuse something someone offers you
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    • turn red

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To blush or become flushed, usually due to embarrassment or shyness.
      • To become flushed due to anger or strong emotion.
      A2
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    • tv show

      US /ˈtiˈvi ʃo/

      UK /ˈti:ˈvi: ʃəu/

      • Noun
      • A television program.
      More
    • up there

      US /ʌp ðɛr/

      UK /ʌp ðɛə/

      • Adverb
      • In or to a higher place or position; far away.
      • In heaven.
      A1
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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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    • wake up

      US /wek ʌp/

      UK /weik ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To stop sleeping
      • To become fully aware and alert to a situation.
      A1
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    • walk away

      US /wɔk əˈwe/

      UK /wɔ:k əˈwei/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To leave a situation, especially a difficult or unpleasant one.
      • To choose not to be involved in something.
      A1
      More
    • warm up

      US /wɔːrm ʌp/

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To gently exercise muscles before doing sport
      A1
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    • wipe down

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To clean a surface by wiping it with a cloth.
      A1
      More
    • with it

      US /wɪð ɪt/

      UK /wið it/

      • Adjective
      • Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
      • Understanding and knowledgeable about current trends or information.
      A1
      More
    • work on

      US /wɚk ɑn/

      UK /wə:k ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To devote effort to improve or develop something
      • To try to persuade or influence someone.
      A1
      More
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    She took a brave step forward, leaving behind her comfort zone to chase her dreams.

    Vocabulary
    • brave

      adj. Having courage

    • comfort zone

      phr. A familiar situation where one feels safe

    Explanation
    a brave step is a noun phrase, where brave is an adjective modifying the noun step, meaning "a courageous step". forward is an adverb modifying step, meaning "ahead". The whole phrase serves as the object, answering the "what" of took (verb) — she took a brave step forward.

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    brave

    US/brev/
    UK/breɪv/
    adj.Brave
    v.t.To bravely face
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