Vocabulary

• of course: Sure ; Certainly
• have to: Must do
• in court: Present or being discussed during a legal trial or hearing.
• in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
• look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
• talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
• bring in: To earn a certain amount of money or profits
• in terms of
• at the moment: At this time; now
• for now: Temporarily; for the present time.
• for example: As an illustration or instance.
• as well as: Also; in addition to
• at least: As a minimum
• around the world: In or to many countries.
• in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
• set out: To arrange something in an orderly fashion
• at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
• same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
• used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
• in power: Having control of a country or organization.
• out of the picture: No longer involved or relevant in a situation.
• going on: To continue doing something
• stand up for: To support someone or an idea, e.g. human rights
• deal with
• point out: To make others aware of an idea
• think about: To consider something carefully.
• come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
• make of: To understand or have an opinion about something
• go back to: To return to a starting point
• in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
• on the streets: Without a home; homeless or exposed outdoors.
• speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
• in charge: To be responsible for
• come together: To assemble or unite; to start working together.
• to date: Up to the present time; until now.
• in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
• other than: Except for; apart from.
• in accordance with: In agreement with; following
• in favor of: Expressing support or approval for someone or something.
• read out: To read something aloud so that other people can hear it.
• answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
• on to: Toward something; forward
• at home: In one's own residence or country.
• news conference: A meeting organized for the purpose of disseminating information to the news media.
• on behalf of: As the representative of someone
• in the light of: Considering new information or facts.
• on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
• think back: To recapture the past
• being with: Accompanying someone; being in someone's presence.
• think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
• as a result of: Because of something; owing to.
• at stake: At risk; that can be lost if something is not successful
• in the face of: When confronted with something difficult or challenging.
• such as: For example; like
• based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
• show up: To arrive or be seen at a place, e.g. a party
• as for: Concerning; regarding.
• in prison: Confined in a prison; incarcerated.
• on the bench: Not actively playing in a game; in reserve.
• take some time: To allocate or dedicate a period to a specific activity or purpose.
• come from: To have as your native country or city
• to all intents and purposes: For all practical purposes; effectively.
• over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
• put under: To administer an anaesthetic to someone.
• in the end: Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
• build up: To increase the amount; collect something
• sum up
• in touch: Having contact or communication with someone.
• in private: Not in public; in a place where other people cannot see or hear you
• inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
• reach out: To attempt to communicate with someone.
• pass through: To experience something, often unpleasant or difficult.
• picks up: To catch a criminal and take to police station
• go after: To chase or pursue something
• in the club: Being a member of a group or organization.
• western countries: Countries generally located in Europe and North America, characterized by democratic governments and capitalist economies.
• by all accounts: According to what everyone says; reportedly
• take over: To gain control of (a company) from someone else
• carry out
• ward off: To avert, deflect, or repel (something dangerous or undesirable).
• in the hands of: Under the control or responsibility of someone.
• set to: To energetically begin to do, e.g. making a fire
• for the rest: Concerning the remaining people or things.
• fade away: To disappear slowly
• at times: Sometimes; occasionally.
• down with: Suffering from an illness.
• on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
• in the moment: At the present time; now.
• 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.
• call on: To order or ask someone to do a specific activity
• have at: To attack someone or something.
• try for: To attempt to obtain something; to aim for.
• in the meantime: During the time between two events; meanwhile.
• do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
• in theory: According to the stated ideas or principles
• for someone: On behalf of or intended for a particular person.
• in jail: Imprisoned; confined in a jail or prison.
• lean on: To depend on someone for support or help.
• in addition to: Besides; as well as
• to do with: To be about something; concern
• in the ground: Located within or beneath the surface of the earth.
• come for: To arrive to collect someone or something.
• closer to home: Nearer to one's place of residence or origin.
• right in front: Directly ahead; in a position immediately before someone or something.
• incredibly important: Extremely significant or crucial.
• under control: Being managed or restrained; not out of hand.
• at a time: Separately; one by one
• step down: To reduce the amount of something
• quite possible: Reasonably likely; within the realm of possibility.
• hold the line: To wait on the telephone.
• regardless of
• force in: To enter a place by applying physical force.
• as a whole: Considering everything together; in general.
• in peace: In a state of tranquility, without disturbance or conflict.
• pick up on: To notice or become aware of something that is not obvious.
• speak out: To express your opinion frankly and publicly, especially about something that you disagree with.
• scheduled for: To be planned or arranged for a specific time.
• home in: Move or direct toward a specific target or goal.
• follow through: To fulfill a promise
• of interest: Relevant or important to someone or something.
• stay in: To remain inside one's home.
• due to: Because of; owing to
• step back: To move backwards; to move away from something.
• arrive at: To reach a place, especially at the end of a journey.
• come up: To come closer to someone; approach
• on schedule: According to the timetable; not delayed.
• highly unlikely: Not likely to happen or be true; improbable.
• as anything: Used to emphasize intensity or degree of a quality or action.
• on television: Appearing or broadcast on TV.
• from power: To lose control or position of authority.
• go on: To continue doing something
• behind the scenes: Secretly or without being known to the public.
• out there: In or to a place that is far away
• turned out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
• in the streets: Located or happening outdoors in public roads or areas.
• for sure: Definitely; certainly; without a doubt.
• in the interim: During the intervening period of time.
• shake out: To empty something by shaking it.
• under the circumstances: Considering the situation; given the facts.
• run of the mill: Ordinary, average, or common; not special or unique.
• attentive to: Paying close attention to someone or something.
• break it down: To simplify something complex into smaller, more manageable parts.
• after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
• by design: Intentionally; deliberately.
• ever since: Continuously from a past time until now.
• look into: To investigate or try to discover the reasons for
• along with: In addition to; together with.
• in spirit: Feeling or showing enthusiasm; with strong emotional support, even if not physically present.
• at some point: At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
• double up: To bend your body quickly, for example because you are in pain or because you are laughing a lot
• to an extent: Partly or in some degree.
• on board: Being on a ship, plane, or other vehicle
• down the line: At a later time; in the future.
• get a look: To have the opportunity to see something.
• in part: To some extent; partially.
• on the part of: By or done by (someone); concerning someone.
• go away: To go on vacation
• one being: An individual existence; a person or creature.
• in the news: Being widely reported in the media.
• of sorts: Of a kind, but not a very good one.
• think over: To consider a problem or issue carefully
• get a sense: To understand or perceive something intuitively.
• threat to: A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
• up to speed: Fully informed; aware of the latest information
• point up: To emphasize or draw attention to something.
• in future: At a time yet to come; from now onwards.
• pay back: To return money or a favor
• concern about: To worry about something.
• up until now: Until the present time; so far.
• in exchange for: Given or done as an equivalent or substitute for.
• in turn: One after the other in a sequence or rotation.
• in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
• reign in: To control or limit something that is becoming excessive or out of control.
• see in: To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
• plea deal: An agreement in a criminal case between the prosecutor and defendant whereby the defendant agrees to plead guilty to a particular charge in return for some concession from the prosecutor.
• in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
• found out: To learn or discover something, often after some effort.
• for that matter: Used to emphasize that something is true or likely to happen, or to introduce a related point.
• back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
• in reverse: In the opposite direction.
• for the world: Used to emphasize something would never happen.
• on display: In a place where something can be seen by the public.
• know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
• work out
• call for: To demand, need or require (an action or thing)
• make up: To invent or create a story
• any sort of: Any kind of; any type of
• put out: To publish, e.g. a book
• for the foreseeable: Referring to a time period that can be predicted or expected in the near future.
• in the house: Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
• listen in: To secretly listen to a conversation.
• to that end: In order to achieve that aim or purpose.
• in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
• order in: To request food from a restaurant to be delivered to one's home or other location.
• set by: To separate and save for another use or time
• set up
• all over the place: In a state of disorder; scattered everywhere.
• disagree with: To have a different opinion from someone else.
• except for: Not including; excluding.
• gain access: To obtain the ability or right to enter or use something.
• pass for: To be accepted as being another person
• with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
• think twice: To consider something carefully before doing it, especially because it could have negative consequences.
• play in: To participate or compete in a game or competition.
• in public: In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
• contrary to: In opposition to; against.
• right for: Suitable or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation.
• speaks volumes: To strongly convey a message or impression without words.
• in relation to: Concerning; with reference to; regarding.
• good riddance: Expression showing relief at someone's departure.
• for the best: Resulting in the most positive or beneficial outcome, even if it's difficult or painful in the short term.
• touch in: Use a card or device to register entry in public transport.
• in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
• on sunday: Every Sunday; each Sunday.
• sort: To organize things by putting them into groups
• atmosphere: Air around us
• state: Region within a country, with its own government
• court: To act in a way to shows you wish to marry someone
• federal: Consisting of several united states
• involve: To have or be included as a part of something
• appear: To be seen, become visible; come into sight
• kind: In a caring and helpful manner
• head: To hit a ball with your head in a game
• criminal: Involving illegal activity; relating to crime
• face: To cover a surface with something like paint
• speak: To be able to use a certain language
• leader: Person who is in charge of a group or task