Vocabulary

  • as well as: Also; in addition to
  • on behalf of: As the representative of someone
  • in order to: For the purpose of; with the aim of.
  • threat to: A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
  • in accordance with: In agreement with; following
  • based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
  • call on: To order or ask someone to do a specific activity
  • such as: For example; like
  • in the face of: When confronted with something difficult or challenging.
  • lead to: To result in some action
  • as a whole: Considering everything together; in general.
  • in particular: Specifically; especially.
  • engage in: To participate or become involved in something.
  • in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
  • the following: Next in order or sequence.
  • with regard to: Concerning; in relation to.
  • in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
  • call for: To demand, need or require (an action or thing)
  • contrary to: In opposition to; against.
  • good offices: Mediation or help from a third party to settle a dispute.
  • due to: Because of; owing to
  • in peace: In a state of tranquility, without disturbance or conflict.
  • force in: To enter a place by applying physical force.
  • in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
  • in solidarity: With unity or agreement of feeling or action, especially among individuals with a common interest; showing support or sympathy.
  • at the outset: At the very beginning; from the start.
  • allow me: A polite way of offering to do something for someone.
  • regardless of
  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • for example: As an illustration or instance.
  • allow for: To take into consideration
  • in terms of
  • search for: To try to find someone or something.
  • point out: To make others aware of an idea
  • around the world: In or to many countries.
  • in line with: In agreement with; conforming to.
  • together with: In addition to; along with.
  • have to: Must do
  • without exception: Including everyone or everything; in every case; without any exclusions.
  • of use: Having practical value; useful or helpful.
  • as a result of: Because of something; owing to.
  • at stake: At risk; that can be lost if something is not successful
  • at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
  • same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
  • take the floor: To stand up and begin speaking to a group formally.
  • set out: To arrange something in an orderly fashion
  • on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
  • talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
  • go back to: To return to a starting point
  • take off: To remove, e.g. your clothes
  • hook it up: To connect a piece of equipment to a power supply or to another piece of equipment
  • hold on: To wait for someone (e.g. on a phone call)
  • strike against: To take action, especially a strike, in opposition to something.
  • along with: In addition to; together with.
  • bring about: To cause to happen
  • result in: To cause or produce as a consequence.
  • with respect to: In relation to; regarding.
  • in the absence of: When someone or something is not present or available.
  • report back: To give information about something that has happened or been done.
  • slow down: To reduce the speed
  • with just: Using only; with no more than.
  • by day: During the daytime; not at night.
  • from the first: From the very beginning.
  • price in: To include a particular cost or factor in a total price.
  • in conclusion: Used to indicate a summary or final point.
  • turn back: To stop and move backward on some issue
  • call upon: To make demands on; order/require from someone
  • order in: To request food from a restaurant to be delivered to one's home or other location.
  • level with: To be honest and straightforward with someone; to tell someone the truth.
  • hand down: To give (clothes, etc.) to someone younger
  • to hand: To give or pass something to someone using your hand.
  • signed on to: To formally agree to something, often by signing a document.
  • on to: Toward something; forward
  • rather than: More exactly; more correctly
  • for the benefit: In order to help or be useful to someone or something.
  • rule out: To eliminate as a possibility; exclude.
  • abide by: To follow a rule; adhere to
  • at once: Immediately; without delay
  • presume to: To be audacious enough to do something; to act without permission or right.
  • on the basis of: Because of; using as a reason or justification.
  • interest of: For the benefit or advantage of someone or something.
  • light on: To illuminate something.
  • in prison: Confined in a prison; incarcerated.
  • at home: In one's own residence or country.
  • evidence of: Facts, objects, or signs that make you believe that something is true.
  • carry out
  • stand for: To support a particular idea, e.g. in politics
  • inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
  • in the light of: Considering new information or facts.
  • as a consequence of: Because of; due to something that happened before.
  • other than: Except for; apart from.
  • in practice: In reality or actual use; as opposed to in theory.
  • in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
  • cling to: To hold onto something tightly, often for support or safety.
  • rule in: To make an official decision in favor of someone in a legal case.
  • come together: To assemble or unite; to start working together.
  • to date: Up to the present time; until now.
  • in light of: Because of; considering
  • as with: In the same way that something happens or is true of something else.
  • in a manner: In a specific way or style.
  • in times: During periods or moments of.
  • to this effect: In words that have this meaning or result.
  • on the contrary: In contrast; from the opposite standpoint
  • used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
  • in the same vein: In a similar style, manner, or approach.
  • to the full: Completely; to the greatest extent possible.
  • parties involved: The individuals, groups, or entities that are participating in or affected by a particular situation, agreement, or event.
  • work together: To collaborate or cooperate with others to achieve a common goal.
  • above all: Most importantly; more than anything else.
  • in view of: Considering; taking into account.
  • at risk: In danger; likely to be harmed
  • as such: Something previously stated or understood
  • stand with: To support or defend someone or something.
  • to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
  • answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
  • thanks to: Because of; as a result of.
  • concern about: To worry about something.
  • for the world: Used to emphasize something would never happen.
  • stark contrast: A sharp, clear, and obvious difference between two things.
  • at the disposal of: Available for someone to use or control.
  • stand up for: To support someone or an idea, e.g. human rights
  • instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
  • arising from: Originating from; being caused by.
  • in question: Being doubted or disputed; under discussion.
  • opportunity: Time, situation when a thing might be done; chance
  • situation: Place, position or area that something is in
  • session: Period of time used for a specific activity
  • important: Having power or authority
  • council: Group chosen to make decisions about something
  • president: Person in charge of a country, or organization
  • organization: Group of people with a particular purpose
  • regard: Admiration or respect for a person or thing
  • point: An item to be discussed
  • criminal: Involving illegal activity; relating to crime
  • delegation: A group of people sent as representatives
  • presidency: Fact or period of time of being a president
  • cartel: Groups united for a common (illegal) action
  • floor: Large area used for a particular purpose
  • venezuela: A republic in northern South America on the Caribbean; achieved independence from Spain in; rich in oil
  • paraguay: A landlocked republic in south central South America; achieved independence from Spain in
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    • abide by

      US /əˈbaɪd baɪ/

      UK /əˈbaid bai/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To follow a rule; adhere to
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    • above all

      US /əˈbʌv ɔl/

      UK /əˈbʌv ɔ:l/

      • Phrase
      • Most importantly; more than anything else.
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    • allow for

      US

      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To take into consideration
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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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    • along with

      US /əˈlɔŋ wɪð/

      UK /əˈlɔŋ wið/

      • Preposition
      • In addition to; together with.
      • Adverb
      • In company or together with someone or something.
      • Including; in addition to.
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    • answer to

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
      • To correspond to or match a description or requirement.
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    • arising from

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • Originating from; being caused by.
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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 a consequence of

      US /əz ə ˈkɑnsəkwəns ʌv/

      UK /əz ə ˈkɒnsikwəns əv/

      • other
      • Because of; due to something that happened before.
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    • as a result of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Because of something; owing to.
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    • as a whole

      US /æz e hol/

      UK /æz ə həul/

      • Phrase
      • Considering everything together; in general.
      • Complete; not divided or incomplete.
      • Adjective
      • Complete; not divided or fragmented.
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    • as such

      US /æz sʌtʃ/

      UK /æz sʌtʃ/

      • Pronoun
      • Something previously stated or understood
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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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    • as with

      US /æz wɪð/

      UK /æz wið/

      • Preposition
      • In the same way that something happens or is true of something else.
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    • at home

      US /æt hom/

      UK /æt həum/

      • Phrase
      • In one's own residence or country.
      • Adjective
      • Feeling comfortable and relaxed.
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    • at once

      US /æt wʌns/

      UK /æt wʌns/

      • Adverb
      • Immediately; without delay
      • At the same time; simultaneously
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    • at risk

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In danger; likely to be harmed
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    • at stake

      US /æt stek/

      UK /æt steik/

      • Phrase
      • At risk; that can be lost if something is not successful
      • In question; depending on what happens
      • Adjective
      • At risk; that can be lost if something is not successful.
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    • at the disposal of

      US /æt ðə dɪˈspoʊzəl ʌv/

      UK /æt ðə dɪˈspəuzəl əv/

      • other
      • Available for someone to use or control.
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    • at the outset

      US /æt ði ˈaʊtˌsɛt/

      UK /æt ðə ˈautset/

      • Phrase
      • At the very beginning; from the start.
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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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    • based on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
      • Preposition
      • Using something as the main idea or foundation.
      • Relying on something as evidence or justification.
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    • bring about

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To cause to happen
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    • by day

      US /baɪ de/

      UK /bai dei/

      • Phrase
      • During the daytime; not at night.
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    • call for

      US /kɔl fɔr/

      UK /kɔ:l fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To demand, need or require (an action or thing)
      • To come to someone's house to take them somewhere
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    • call on

      US /kɔl ɑn/

      UK /kɔ:l ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To order or ask someone to do a specific activity
      • To visit someone
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    • call upon

      US /kɔl əˈpɑn/

      UK /kɔ:l əˈpɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make demands on; order/require from someone
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    • carry out

      US /ˈkæri aʊt/

      UK /ˈkæri aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To fulfill or perform your instructions, duty
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To perform or execute a task, order, or plan.
      • To remove something or someone from a place.
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    • cartel

      US /kɑ:rˈtel/

      UK /kɑ:ˈtel/

      • Noun
      • Groups united for a common (illegal) action
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    • cling to

      US /klɪŋ tu/

      UK /kliŋ tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To hold onto something tightly, often for support or safety.
      • To adhere strongly to a belief, idea, or principle, even when it may be difficult or unpopular.
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    • come together

      US /kʌm təˈɡɛðɚ/

      UK /kʌm təˈɡeðə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To assemble or unite; to start working together.
      • To form a close relationship or bond.
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    • concern about

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To worry about something.
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    • contrary to

      US /ˈkɑnˌtrɛri tu/

      UK /ˈkɔntrəri tu:/

      • Preposition
      • In opposition to; against.
      • Differing from; not in agreement with.
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    • council

      US /ˈkaʊnsəl/

      UK /'kaʊnsl/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Group chosen to make decisions about something
      • A body of people elected or appointed to manage the affairs of a city, county, or other administrative district.
      • Transitive Verb
      • To advise or recommend.
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    • criminal

      US /ˈkrɪmənəl/

      UK /ˈkrɪmɪnl/

      • Adjective
      • Involving illegal activity; relating to crime
      • Not justifiable; shameful
      • Noun
      • Person who commits a crime
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    • delegation

      US /ˌdɛlɪˈɡeʃən/

      UK /ˌdelɪˈgeɪʃn/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A group of people sent as representatives
      • Act of giving responsibilities to others
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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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    • engage in

      US /ɪn'gedʒ ɪn/

      UK /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒ in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To participate or become involved in something.
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    • evidence of

      US

      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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    • for example

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • As an illustration or instance.
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    • for the benefit

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In order to help or be useful to someone or something.
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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 in

      US /fɔrs ɪn/

      UK /fɔ:rs ɪn/

      • other
      • To enter a place by applying physical force.
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    • from the first

      US /frəm ðə ˈfɝst/

      UK /frəm ðə ˈfɜ:st/

      • other
      • From the very beginning.
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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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    • good offices

      US /ɡʊd ˈɔfəsɪz/

      UK /gʊd ˈɒfɪsɪz/

      • other
      • Mediation or help from a third party to settle a dispute.
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    • hand down

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To give (clothes, etc.) to someone younger
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    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
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    • hold on

      US /hold ɑn/

      UK /həuld ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To wait for someone (e.g. on a phone call)
      • To wait for a short time.
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    • 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 manner

      US /ɪn e ˈmænɚ/

      UK /in ə ˈmænə/

      • Phrase
      • In a specific way or style.
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    • in accordance with

      US /ɪn əˈkɔrdns wɪð/

      UK /in əˈkɔ:dəns wið/

      • Phrase
      • In agreement with; following
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    • in conclusion

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Used to indicate a summary or final point.
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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 light of

      US /ɪn laɪt ʌv/

      UK /in lait ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • Because of; considering
      • Preposition
      • Considering; taking into account
      • Because of; as a result of
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    • in line with

      US /ɪn laɪn wɪð/

      UK /in lain wið/

      • Phrase
      • In agreement with; conforming to.
      • In the same direction or alignment as.
      • Preposition
      • In agreement or conformity with.
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    • in order to

      US /ɪn ˈɔrdɚ tu/

      UK /in ˈɔ:də tu:/

      • Preposition
      • For the purpose of; with the aim of.
      • Phrase
      • In a specific sequence or arrangement.
      • With the aim of; for the purpose of.
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    • in particular

      US /ɪn pɚˈtɪkjəlɚ/

      UK /in pəˈtikjulə/

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

      US /ɪn pis/

      UK /in pi:s/

      • Phrase
      • In a state of tranquility, without disturbance or conflict.
      • In a state of non-war, without armed conflict.
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    • in practice

      US /ɪn ˈpræktɪs/

      UK /in ˈpræktis/

      • Phrase
      • In reality or actual use; as opposed to in theory.
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    • in prison

      US /ɪn ˈprɪzən/

      UK /in ˈprizən/

      • Phrase
      • Confined in a prison; incarcerated.
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    • in question

      US /ɪn ˈkwɛstʃən/

      UK /in ˈkwestʃən/

      • Adjective
      • Being doubted or disputed; under discussion.
      • Referring to someone or something that has already been mentioned.
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    • in solidarity

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • With unity or agreement of feeling or action, especially among individuals with a common interest; showing support or sympathy.
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    • in terms of

      US

      UK

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

      US /ɪn ði ˈæbsəns əv/

      UK /ɪn ði ˈæbsəns əv/

      • other
      • When someone or something is not present or available.
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    • in the face of

      US //ɪn ðə feɪs ɑv//

      UK

      • Phrase
      • When confronted with something difficult or challenging.
      • Despite; in defiance of; when confronted with.
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    • in the light of

      US /ɪn ðə ˈlaɪt ʌv/

      UK /in ðə ˈlaɪt ɔv/

      • other
      • Considering new information or facts.
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    • in the past

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • During a former period of time; previously.
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    • in the same vein

      US /ɪn ðə ˈseɪm veɪn/

      UK /in ðə ˈseim vein/

      • other
      • In a similar style, manner, or approach.
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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 times

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • During periods or moments of.
      • During a particular era or period in history.
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    • in view of

      US /ɪn vju ʌv/

      UK /in vju: ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Considering; taking into account.
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    • inside of

      US /ɪnˈsaɪd ʌv/

      UK /inˈsaid ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Within; in the inner part of.
      • Within a certain period of time.
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    • instead of

      US /ɪnˈstɛd ʌv/

      UK /inˈsted ɔv/

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

      US

      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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    • lead to

      US /lid tu/

      UK /li:d tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To result in some action
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To have something as a consequence or result.
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    • level with

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be honest and straightforward with someone; to tell someone the truth.
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    • light on

      US /laɪt ɑn/

      UK /lait ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To illuminate something.
      • To discover something unexpectedly.
      • Adjective
      • Gentle or delicate in the use of something.
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    • of course

      US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/

      UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/

      • Adverb
      • Sure ; Certainly
      • Phrase
      • For sure; certainly
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    • of use

      US /ʌv jus/

      UK /əv ju:s/

      • other
      • Having practical value; useful or helpful.
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    • on behalf of

      US /ɑn bɪˈhæf ʌv/

      UK /ɔn biˈhɑ:f ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • As the representative of someone
      • Acting as a representative of.
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    • on the basis of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Because of; using as a reason or justification.
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    • on the contrary

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In contrast; from the opposite standpoint
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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 to

      US /ɑn tu/

      UK /ɔn tu:/

      • Preposition
      • Toward something; forward
      • Aware of someone's activities.
      • Adjective
      • Aware of someone's deception or illegal activities.
      A1
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    • opportunity

      US /ˌɑpɚˈtunɪti, -ˈtju-/

      UK /ˌɒpə'tju:nətɪ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Time, situation when a thing might be done; chance
      • A favorable time or occasion for doing something.
      A2TOEIC
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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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    • organization

      US /ˌɔrɡənɪˈzeʃən/

      UK /ˌɔ:gənaɪˈzeɪʃn/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Group of people with a particular purpose
      • The way in which something is structured or arranged.
      A2
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    • other than

      US

      UK

      • Preposition
      • Except for; apart from.
      • Conjunction
      • Different from.
      A1
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    • parties involved

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • The individuals, groups, or entities that are participating in or affected by a particular situation, agreement, or event.
      • Those individuals or entities with a direct legal interest or obligation in a matter.
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    • point out

      US /pɔɪnt aʊt/

      UK /pɔint aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make others aware of an idea
      • To draw attention to something or someone
      A1
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    • presidency

      US /ˈprɛzɪdənsi, -ˌdɛn-/

      UK /ˈprezɪdənsi/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Fact or period of time of being a president
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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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    • presume to

      US

      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To be audacious enough to do something; to act without permission or right.
      C1
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    • price in

      US /praɪs ɪn/

      UK /praɪs ɪn/

      • other
      • To include a particular cost or factor in a total price.
      C1
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    • rather than

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • More exactly; more correctly
      • Preferably; instead
      • Preposition
      • Instead of
      A1
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    • regard

      US /rɪˈɡɑrd/

      UK /rɪ'ɡɑ:d/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Admiration or respect for a person or thing
      • Careful thought or attention.
      • Transitive Verb
      • To think about a person, thing in a particular way
      • To look at a person or thing in a particular way
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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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    • report back

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To give information about something that has happened or been done.
      B1
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    • result in

      US /rɪˈzʌlt ɪn/

      UK /riˈzʌlt in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To cause or produce as a consequence.
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    • rule in

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make an official decision in favor of someone in a legal case.
      B1
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    • rule out

      US /rul aʊt/

      UK /ru:l aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To eliminate as a possibility; exclude.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • search for

      US /sɚtʃ fɔr/

      UK /sə:tʃ fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To try to find someone or something.
      B1
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    • session

      US /ˈsɛʃən/

      UK /ˈseʃn/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Period of time used for a specific activity
      • Series of meetings for e.g. a court, legislature
      A2TOEIC
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    • set out

      US /sɛt aʊt/

      UK /set aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrange something in an orderly fashion
      • To give in detail in writing
      A1
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    • signed on to

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To formally agree to something, often by signing a document.
      • To hire someone, especially for a specific project or period.
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    • slow down

      US /slo daʊn/

      UK /sləu daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To reduce the speed
      • To become less active or busy.
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    • stand for

      US /stænd fɔr/

      UK /stænd fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To support a particular idea, e.g. in politics
      • To represent or symbolize
      A1
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    • stand up for

      US /stænd ʌp fɔr/

      UK /stænd ʌp fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To support someone or an idea, e.g. human rights
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    • stand with

      US /stænd wɪð/

      UK /stænd wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To support or defend someone or something.
      A1
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    • stark contrast

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • A sharp, clear, and obvious difference between two things.
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    • strike against

      US /straɪk əˈɡenst/

      UK /straik əˈɡenst/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take action, especially a strike, in opposition to something.
      A2
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    • such as

      US /sʌtʃ æz/

      UK /sʌtʃ æz/

      • Preposition
      • For example; like
      A1
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    • take off

      US /tek ɔf/

      UK /teik ɔf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To remove, e.g. your clothes
      • To make arrangements to be absent from work
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To remove (an item of clothing).
      • To depart; to leave.
      A1
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    • take the floor

      US /teɪk ðə ˈflɔr/

      UK /teɪk ðə ˈflɔ:/

      • other
      • To stand up and begin speaking to a group formally.
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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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    • thanks to

      US /θæŋks tu/

      UK /θæŋks tu:/

      • Preposition
      • Because of; as a result of.
      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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    • 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
      More
    • to date

      US /tu det/

      UK /tu: deit/

      • Phrase
      • Up to the present time; until now.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To go out on romantic dates with someone.
      C2
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    • to hand

      US

      UK

      • Transitive Verb
      • To give or pass something to someone using your hand.
      • To offer assistance or help.
      A1
      More
    • to let

      US /tu lɛt/

      UK /tu let/

      • Preposition
      • Indicates that a property is available for rent.
      A2
      More
    • to the full

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Completely; to the greatest extent possible.
      • To the maximum capacity or extent.
      A1
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    • to this effect

      US /tu ðɪs ɪˈfɛkt/

      UK /tə ðɪs iˈfekt/

      • other
      • In words that have this meaning or result.
      B2
      More
    • together with

      US /təˈɡɛðɚ wɪð/

      UK /təˈɡeðə wið/

      • Preposition
      • In addition to; along with.
      • Including; as well as.
      A1
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    • turn back

      US /tɚn bæk/

      UK /tə:n bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To stop and move backward on some issue
      B2
      More
    • 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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    • with just

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Using only; with no more than.
      • Barely; by a narrow margin.
      A2
      More
    • with regard to

      US /wɪð rɪˈɡɑrd tu/

      UK /wið riˈɡɑ:d tu:/

      • Phrase
      • Concerning; in relation to.
      A1
      More
    • with respect to

      US /wɪð rɪˈspɛkt tu/

      UK /wið risˈpekt tu:/

      • Preposition
      • In relation to; regarding.
      • Phrase
      • In relation to; concerning.
      A1
      More
    • without exception

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Including everyone or everything; in every case; without any exclusions.
      A2
      More
    • work together

      US /wɚk təˈɡɛðɚ/

      UK /wə:k təˈɡeðə/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To collaborate or cooperate with others to achieve a common goal.
      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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