Vocabulary

  • have to: Must do
  • in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
  • on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
  • used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • play games: To participate in activities for enjoyment or recreation, often involving rules and competition.
  • care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
  • take over: To gain control of (a company) from someone else
  • go back to: To return to a starting point
  • got to: To arrive at some place
  • on average: Typically; usually; based on an average calculation.
  • in power: Having control of a country or organization.
  • go ahead: To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
  • stay up: To not go to bed until late
  • along with: In addition to; together with.
  • come from: To have as your native country or city
  • to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
  • in addition to: Besides; as well as
  • in the air: Present or circulating in the atmosphere.
  • in total: Completely; with everything added together.
  • the following: Next in order or sequence.
  • around the world: In or to many countries.
  • play out: To use up or exhaust
  • for the world: Used to emphasize something would never happen.
  • at some point: At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
  • take out: To apply for and get a license
  • in terms of
  • in other words: Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
  • on steroids: Greatly enhanced or intensified; more powerful or effective than usual.
  • set up
  • step back: To move backwards; to move away from something.
  • to the left: In or toward the left direction.
  • turn to: To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
  • right back: Said when someone says they will return soon, indicating you expect their prompt return.
  • get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
  • move on: To decide to change or go to a different place
  • know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
  • right in front: Directly ahead; in a position immediately before someone or something.
  • think about: To consider something carefully.
  • due to: Because of; owing to
  • look back: To think about past events
  • think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
  • in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
  • by comparison to: When compared with something else; in relation to.
  • heading to: Going in a particular direction.
  • evidence of: Facts, objects, or signs that make you believe that something is true.
  • in particular: Specifically; especially.
  • rough it: To live temporarily in basic and uncomfortable conditions.
  • back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
  • in league: Secretly working together to deceive or harm others.
  • in gross: As a whole; total without division.
  • forget about: To stop thinking about something; to ignore something.
  • in full effect: Fully operational or in complete force.
  • on notice: Having been warned or informed about something, especially a problem or potential consequence.
  • in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
  • found out: To learn or discover something, often after some effort.
  • bring to: To make someone to wake up from being unconscious
  • on the order of: Approximately; about a certain amount or number.
  • in unison: Together; at the same time; in a way that shows complete agreement
  • experience in: Knowledge or skill gained from doing something for a period of time.
  • force into: To compel someone to do something against their will.
  • in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
  • well-oiled machine: A system or organization that operates very efficiently.
  • to order: To give an instruction or command.
  • as well as: Also; in addition to
  • under fire: Being heavily criticized.
  • on board: Being on a ship, plane, or other vehicle
  • stand by: To keep to an agreement
  • stand here: To remain in or move to this specific location.
  • other than: Except for; apart from.
  • play around: To cheat on your partner romantically
  • to do with: To be about something; concern
  • threat to: A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
  • interest of: For the benefit or advantage of someone or something.
  • figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
  • go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
  • get along: To have a friendly relationship with someone; like
  • meet with: To have a meeting with someone in order to discuss something.
  • turn out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
  • in vain: Without success or result; futilely.
  • with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
  • put back: To return something to the proper place
  • come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
  • stick by
  • in advance: Ahead of time; before something happens
  • at the end of the day: Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
  • out there: In or to a place that is far away
  • regardless of
  • weigh on: To cause someone to feel worried or stressed.
  • blow up: To suddenly become angry
  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • mess with: To interfere with or tamper with something.
  • talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
  • run by: To be managed or controlled by someone or a group.
  • at least: As a minimum
  • spend money: To use money to buy or pay for something.
  • take back: To say you no longer agree with an opinion you had
  • think over: To consider a problem or issue carefully
  • speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
  • work out
  • a tremendous amount: A very large quantity or number of something.
  • outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
  • instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
  • massive: Very big; large; too big
  • deserve: To be worthy of, e.g. getting praise or attention
  • barely: Only just; just possible
  • sheer: To suddenly turn or change direction
  • military: Army or armed forces
  • humble: Being lower in quality or status
  • explain: To make clear or easy to understand by describing
  • simply: In an easy or clear manner
  • precision: Performed in a very careful, detailed manner
  • witness: To see the signing of an official document
  • capture: To attract and hold e.g. interest, attention
  • sovereignty: The power a country has to decide for itself
  • grit: Strong determination
  • offer: Price you say you are willing to pay for something
  • proud: Very good; worthy of making one pleased
  • enforcement: Process of making sure that rules are followed
  • president: Person in charge of a country, or organization
  • glory: State of having respect, honor or pride
  • justice: Quality of being fair, equal, or just
  • joint: Body parts where bones meet and can move together
  • chief: Leader of a race or group of people
  • execute: To kill someone, usually as an official punishment
  • raid: Sudden entry by police; surprise attack by army
  • operation: Business or company, or its activities
  • great: Very good; better than before
  • secretary: Office worker who makes appointments, etc.
  • historic: (Of past event) having an effect on future; famous
  • finally: used especially at the beginning of a sentence to introduce the last point or idea
  • attack: To try to destroy, beat, or injure
  • world: All the humans, events, activities on the earth
  • country: An area of land that is controlled by a government
  • warrior: Courageous or skilled fighter in a battle or war
  • commander: Person with authority who commands or controls
  • people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
  • law: Field of study that relates to the legal profession
  • bravery: Quality allowing someone to do courageous things
  • run: To depart or travel according to a schedule
  • war: Situation where armies fight each other
  • power: Legal or official right to perform certain actions
  • night: Time when sun does not shine
  • venezuela: A republic in northern South America on the Caribbean; achieved independence from Spain in; rich in oil
  • flawlessly: Having no imperfections or errors
  • gallantry: Exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger
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    • a tremendous amount

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      • Determiner
      • A very large quantity or number of something.
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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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    • around the world

      US /əˈraʊnd ði wɜrld/

      UK /əˈraund ðə wɜː(r)ld/

      • Phrase
      • In or to many countries.
      • In various places throughout the world.
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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 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 some point

      US /æt sʌm pɔɪnt/

      UK /æt sʌm pɔint/

      • Phrase
      • At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
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    • at the end of the day

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
      • After a day's work or activities.
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    • attack

      US /əˈtæk/

      UK /ə'tæk/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To try to destroy, beat, or injure
      • Noun
      • Act intended to hurt someone physically, mentally
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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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    • barely

      US /ˈbɛrli/

      UK /ˈbɛəli/

      • Adverb
      • Only just; just possible
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    • blow up

      US /blo ʌp/

      UK /bləu ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To suddenly become angry
      • To put air in something, e.g. a tire or balloon
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To explode; to be destroyed by an explosion.
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    • bravery

      US /ˈbrevəri, ˈbrevri/

      UK /'breɪvərɪ/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Quality allowing someone to do courageous things
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    • bring to

      US /brɪŋ tu/

      UK /briŋ tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make someone to wake up from being unconscious
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    • by comparison to

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • When compared with something else; in relation to.
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    • capture

      US /ˈkæptʃɚ/

      UK /'kæptʃə(r)/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To attract and hold e.g. interest, attention
      • To record, tape, or film something
      • Noun
      • The act of seizing or taking control of something.
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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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    • chief

      US /tʃif/

      UK /tʃi:f/

      • Noun
      • Leader of a race or group of people
      • The one highest in authority or importance
      • Adjective
      • The one highest in authority or importance
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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 from

      US /kʌm frʌm/

      UK /kʌm frɔm/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have as your native country or city
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    • commander

      US /kəˈmændə(r)/

      UK /kəˈmɑ:ndə(r)/

      • Countable Noun
      • Person with authority who commands or controls
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    • deserve

      US /dɪˈzɚv/

      UK /dɪ'zɜ:v/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To be worthy of, e.g. getting praise or attention
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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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    • enforcement

      US /ɪn'fɔ:smənt/

      UK /ɪn'fɔ:smənt/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Process of making sure that rules are followed
      • The act of compelling observance of or compliance with a law, rule, or obligation.
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    • evidence of

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Facts, objects, or signs that make you believe that something is true.
      • Something that shows that something else exists or is true.
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    • execute

      US /ˈɛksɪˌkjut/

      UK /ˈeksɪkju:t/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To kill someone, usually as an official punishment
      • To perform a plan or action
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    • experience in

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Knowledge or skill gained from doing something for a period of time.
      • Exposure to or involvement in a particular activity or situation.
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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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    • flawlessly

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      UK

      • Adverb
      • Having no imperfections or errors
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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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    • force into

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To compel someone to do something against their will.
      • To use physical strength to move something into a space.
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    • forget about

      US /fɚˈɡɛt əˈbaʊt/

      UK /fəˈɡet əˈbaut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To stop thinking about something; to ignore something.
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    • found out

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To learn or discover something, often after some effort.
      • To become known; be revealed.
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    • gallantry

      US /ˈɡæləntri/

      UK /ˈgæləntri/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger
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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 out of

      US /ɡɛt aʊt ʌv/

      UK /ɡet aut ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
      • To leave a small, enclosed vehicle
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    • glory

      US /ˈɡlɔri, ˈɡlori/

      UK /'ɡlɔ:rɪ/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • State of having respect, honor or pride
      • Condition of great beauty, success, or influence
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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 back to

      US /ɡo bæk tu/

      UK /ɡəu bæk tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To return to a starting point
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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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    • 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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    • grit

      US /ɡrɪt/

      UK /ɡrɪt/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Strong determination
      • Tiny hard bits of stone, sand, etc.
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    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
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    • heading to

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • Going in a particular direction.
      • Intransitive Verb
      • Going in the direction of; on the way to.
      • Moving towards a future state or condition.
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    • historic

      US /hɪˈstɔrɪk, -ˈstɑr-/

      UK /hɪˈstɒrɪk/

      • Adjective
      • (Of past event) having an effect on future; famous
      • Connected with the past
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    • humble

      US /ˈhʌmbəl/

      UK /'hʌmbl/

      • Adjective
      • Being lower in quality or status
      • Not proud/arrogant; of low status
      • Transitive Verb
      • To make someone feel less proud or confident
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    • in addition to

      US /ɪn əˈdɪʃən tu/

      UK /in əˈdiʃən tu:/

      • Preposition
      • Besides; as well as
      • Phrase
      • Besides; as well as.
      • Furthermore; moreover.
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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 full effect

      US /ɪn fʊl ɪˈfɛkt/

      UK /ɪn fʊl ɪˈfekt/

      • other
      • Fully operational or in complete force.
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    • in gross

      US /ɪn ɡroʊs/

      UK /ɪn ɡrəus/

      • other
      • As a whole; total without division.
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    • in league

      US /ɪn liɡ/

      UK /in li:g/

      • other
      • Secretly working together to deceive or harm others.
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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 other words

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      • Phrase
      • Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
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    • in particular

      US /ɪn pɚˈtɪkjəlɚ/

      UK /in pəˈtikjulə/

      • Phrase
      • Specifically; especially.
      • Detailed or precise.
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    • in power

      US /ɪn ˈpaʊɚ/

      UK /in ˈpauə/

      • Adjective
      • Having control of a country or organization.
      • Phrase
      • During a period of holding authority or control.
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    • in terms of

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • With regard to; concerning a particular aspect.
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    • in the air

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      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 middle of

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • In the central part or point of something.
      • Engaged or occupied with something.
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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 total

      US /ɪn ˈtotl/

      UK /in ˈtəutəl/

      • Phrase
      • Completely; with everything added together.
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    • in unison

      US /ɪn ˈjunɪsən/

      UK /in ˈju:nɪsən/

      • Adverb
      • Together; at the same time; in a way that shows complete agreement
      • Adjective
      • Performing the same notes or movements at the same time.
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    • in vain

      US /ɪn ven/

      UK /in vein/

      • Phrase
      • Without success or result; futilely.
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    • instead of

      US /ɪnˈstɛd ʌv/

      UK /inˈsted ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • When one thing is replaced by another
      • Adverb
      • As a substitute or alternative.
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    • interest of

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • For the benefit or advantage of someone or something.
      • A feeling of wanting to know or learn about something or someone.
      • Noun
      • A legal share or right in something.
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    • joint

      US /dʒɔɪnt/

      UK /dʒɔɪnt/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Body parts where bones meet and can move together
      • Point at which two things meet (e.g. a road)
      • Adjective
      • Shared; involving working together; in common
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    • justice

      US /ˈdʒʌstɪs/

      UK /'dʒʌstɪs/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Quality of being fair, equal, or just
      • Countable Noun
      • Person in a court who judges criminal cases
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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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    • 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 back

      US /lʊk bæk/

      UK /luk bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To think about past events
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    • massive

      US /ˈmæsɪv/

      UK /ˈmæsɪv/

      • Adjective
      • Very big; large; too big
      • Large or imposing in scale or scope.
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    • meet with

      US /mit wɪð/

      UK /mi:t wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have a meeting with someone in order to discuss something.
      • To encounter or experience something, often something negative.
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    • mess with

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      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To interfere with or tamper with something.
      • To provoke or annoy someone.
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To interfere with or tamper with something.
      • To tease, provoke, or annoy someone.
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    • military

      US /ˈmɪlɪˌtɛri/

      UK /'mɪlətrɪ/

      • Noun
      • Army or armed forces
      • Adjective
      • Concerning the army or navy
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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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    • of course

      US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/

      UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/

      • Adverb
      • Sure ; Certainly
      • Phrase
      • For sure; certainly
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    • on average

      US /ɑn ˈævərɪdʒ/

      UK /ɔn ˈævəridʒ/

      • Phrase
      • Typically; usually; based on an average calculation.
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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 notice

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      UK

      • Adjective
      • Having been warned or informed about something, especially a problem or potential consequence.
      • Phrase
      • In a state of being warned that one's performance or behavior is unsatisfactory and could lead to dismissal.
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    • on steroids

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Greatly enhanced or intensified; more powerful or effective than usual.
      • Adjective
      • Using anabolic steroids to enhance physical performance.
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    • on the ground

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Located on the surface of the earth.
      • Present and available in a particular place, especially to deal with a situation.
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    • on the order of

      US /ɑn ðə ˈɔrdɚ ʌv/

      UK /ɒn ðə ˈɔ:də ɒv/

      • Preposition
      • Approximately; about a certain amount or number.
      C1
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    • operation

      US /ˌɑpəˈreʃən/

      UK /ˌɒpəˈreɪʃn/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Business or company, or its activities
      • Functioning; use
      A2TOEIC
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    • other than

      US

      UK

      • Preposition
      • Except for; apart from.
      • Conjunction
      • Different from.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • play around

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To cheat on your partner romantically
      A1
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    • play games

      US

      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To participate in activities for enjoyment or recreation, often involving rules and competition.
      • To behave in a dishonest or insincere way to achieve a goal.
      A1
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    • play out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To use up or exhaust
      • To develop or happen in a particular way.
      A1
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    • precision

      US /prɪˈsɪʒən/

      UK /prɪˈsɪʒn/

      • Adjective
      • Performed in a very careful, detailed manner
      • Uncountable Noun
      • Quality of being very accurate and exact
      • The degree to which something is accurately or exactly done.
      A2TOEIC
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    • president

      US /ˈprɛzɪdənt,-ˌdɛnt/

      UK /ˈprezɪdənt/

      • Noun
      • Person in charge of a country, or organization
      • The highest-ranking executive in a corporation or organization.
      A2TOEIC
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    • proud

      US /praʊd/

      UK /praʊd/

      • Adjective
      • Very good; worthy of making one pleased
      • Having or showing respect for yourself; having dignity.
      B1TOEIC
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    • put back

      US /pʊt bæk/

      UK /put bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To return something to the proper place
      A1
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    • raid

      US /red/

      UK /reɪd/

      • Noun
      • Sudden entry by police; surprise attack by army
      • A sudden aggressive incursion.
      • Transitive Verb
      • (Army) to suddenly enter or attack a place
      • To suddenly enter or attack, e.g. to steal or harm
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    • regardless of

      US /rɪˈɡɑrdlɪs ʌv/

      UK /riˈɡɑ:dlis ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • Preposition
      • Without being affected or influenced by something; despite.
      A2
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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.
      A1
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    • right in front

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Directly ahead; in a position immediately before someone or something.
      • In a position where something is easily visible or obvious.
      A2
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    • rough it

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To live temporarily in basic and uncomfortable conditions.
      B1
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    • run by

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be managed or controlled by someone or a group.
      • To show or tell something to someone briefly to get their opinion or approval.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • sheer

      US /ʃɪr/

      UK /ʃɪə(r)/

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To suddenly turn or change direction
      • Adverb
      • Straight up and down; steeply
      B1
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    • sovereignty

      US /ˈsɑ:vrənti/

      UK /ˈsɒvrənti/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • The power a country has to decide for itself
      B2
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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.
      A1
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    • spend money

      US /spɛnd ˈmʌni/

      UK /spend ˈmʌni/

      • Phrase
      • To use money to buy or pay for something.
      A1
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    • stand by

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To remain in or move to this specific location.
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    • stay up

      US /ste ʌp/

      UK /stei ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To not go to bed until late
      A1
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    • step back

      US /stɛp bæk/

      UK /step bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To move backwards; to move away from something.
      • To take a break from something; to gain perspective.
      A1
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    • stick by

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continue to support someone or something during a difficult time.
      A2
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    • take back

      US /tek bæk/

      UK /teik bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To say you no longer agree with an opinion you had
      • To return something you bought to the store
      • Transitive Verb
      • To retract or withdraw a statement or claim.
      • To regain possession of something.
      A1
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    • take out

      US /tek aʊt/

      UK /teik aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To apply for and get a license
      • To take someone on a date
      • Uncountable Noun
      • Food purchased at a restaurant to eat elsewhere.
      A1
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    • take over

      US /tek ˈovɚ/

      UK /teik ˈəuvə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To gain control of (a company) from someone else
      • To assume control or possession of something.
      A1
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    • talking about

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To discuss a particular topic.
      • To be constantly mentioning or bringing up a subject.
      A1
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    • the following

      US

      UK

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

      US /θɪŋk əˈbaʊt/

      UK /θiŋk əˈbaut/

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

      US /θɪŋk ʌv/

      UK /θiŋk ɔv/

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To consider a problem or issue carefully
      A1
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    • threat to

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
      • A statement of an intention to inflict pain, injury, damage, or other hostile action on someone in retribution for or opposition to something done or not done.
      B2
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    • to do with

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be about something; concern
      A1
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    • to let

      US /tu lɛt/

      UK /tu let/

      • Preposition
      • Indicates that a property is available for rent.
      A2
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    • to order

      US

      UK

      • Transitive Verb
      • To give an instruction or command.
      • To request something to be made, supplied, or served.
      A1
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    • to the left

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In or toward the left direction.
      • Situated on the left side of.
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    • turn out

      US /tɚn aʊt/

      UK /tə:n aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrive for a public event or entertainment
      • To happen to be in the end
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • under fire

      US /ˈʌndɚ faɪr/

      UK /ˈʌndə ˈfaiə/

      • Phrase
      • Being heavily criticized.
      • Being shot at by enemy forces.
      A2
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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
      A1
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    • war

      US /wɔr/

      UK /wɔ:(r)/

      • Noun
      • Situation where armies fight each other
      A2
      More
    • warrior

      US /ˈwɔriɚ,ˈwɑr-/

      UK /'wɒrɪə(r)/

      • Countable Noun
      • Courageous or skilled fighter in a battle or war
      B1
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    • weigh on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To cause someone to feel worried or stressed.
      A1
      More
    • well-oiled machine

      US /wɛl ɔɪld məˈʃin/

      UK /wel ɔild məˈʃi:n/

      • other
      • A system or organization that operates very efficiently.
      B2
      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
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    • witness

      US /ˈwɪtnɪs/

      UK /'wɪtnəs/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To see the signing of an official document
      • To see an event take place (usually a crime)
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Person who was present to see an event take place
      • Evidence or proof of something
      B1TOEIC
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    • work out

      US /wɚk aʊt/

      UK /wə:k aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To find a way to do something, by thinking
      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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