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admit
US /ĂŚdËmÉŞt/
UK /Éd'mÉŞt/
- Transitive Verb
- To acknowledge that something is true or right
- To allow someone to enter
A2TOEICMoreafter all
US /ËĂŚftÉ Él/
UK /ËÉ:ftÉ É:l/
- Adverb
- In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
- Considering everything; used to indicate that something is happening or is true despite some difficulty or obstacle
- Phrase
- Despite what was expected or thought; in spite of everything.
- Taking everything into consideration; considering that.
B1Moreaggressively
US /ÉËÉĄrÉsÉŞvlÉŞ/
UK /É'ÉĄresÉŞvlÉŞ/
- Adverb
- Using energy and determination to achieve a goal
- In a violent, angry or threatening manner
B1Moreappearance
US /ÉËpÉŞrÉns/
UK /ÉËpÉŞÉrÉns/
- Noun
- The way a person looks to others
- The way that something looks
A2TOEICMoreas a matter of fact
US /ĂŚz e ËmĂŚtÉ Ęv fĂŚkt/
UK /ĂŚz É ËmĂŚtÉ Év fĂŚkt/
- Phrase
- In reality; actually; used to emphasize the truth of a statement, often when it differs from what someone might expect or believe.
- In reality; actually; used to emphasize the truth of a statement, often one that contrasts with or contradicts a previous statement.
C2Moreat heart
US /ĂŚt hÉrt/
UK /ĂŚt hÉ:t/
- Phrase
- In one's real or essential nature; fundamentally.
A1Moreat the end of the day
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UK
- Phrase
- Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
- After a day's work or activities.
A1Moreback off
US /bĂŚk Éf/
UK /bĂŚk Éf/
- Phrasal Verb
- To stop supporting; lose courage
- To decide to not carry out a threat
A1Moreback up
US /bĂŚk Ęp/
UK /bĂŚk Ęp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To save a copy of your computer data
- To confirm the truth of what someone says
A1Morebeing with
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- Accompanying someone; being in someone's presence.
- Supporting someone's opinion or cause.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- Accompanying someone; spending time with someone.
- Supporting someone; agreeing with someone.
A1Morebeneath the surface
US /bÉŞËniθ Ă°É ËsÉfÉs/
UK /bÉŞËni:θ Ă°É ËsÉ:rfÉs/
- other
- In or under the outer layer of something, often physically below.
- Hidden aspects or feelings not immediately visible or obvious.
B2Morebizarre
US /bÉŞËzÉr/
UK /bÉŞËzÉ:(r)/
- Adjective
- Odd or strange
B2Morebob
US /bÉ:b/
UK /bÉb/
- Intransitive Verb
- To move up and down repeatedly
- Proper Noun
- Person's name
B2Morebreak into
US /brek ËÉŞntu/
UK /breik ËÉŞntuË/
- Phrasal Verb
- To start suddenly (crying, panicking, etc.)
- To get into a new field of work
A1Morebrutal
US /Ëbrutl/
UK /'bru:tl/
- Adjective
- Extremely violent or mean
B1Morecage
US /kedĘ/
UK /keÉŞdĘ/
- Countable Noun
- Box made of wire or metal bars, e.g. for a bird
- Transitive Verb
- To put (an animal) in a box made of metal bars
B1Morecame across as
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To give a particular impression; to seem.
A1Morecarpet
US /ËkÉ:rpÉŞt/
UK /ËkÉ:pÉŞt/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Colored floor covering made of wool, etc.
- Transitive Verb
- To cover a surface with, e.g. many flowers
B1Morecelebrity
US /sÉËlÉbrÉŞti/
UK /sÉ'lebrÉtÉŞ/
- Countable Noun
- A (famous) entertainer known by many people
- Uncountable Noun
- The state of being well-known or famous.
B2Morechaos
US /ËkeËÉs/
UK /'keÉŞÉs/
- Noun (plural)
- State of utter confusion or disorder
- Uncountable Noun
- Complete disorder and confusion.
- Behavior so unpredictable as to appear random, owing to great sensitivity to small changes in conditions.
B1Morecheck on
US /tĘÉk Én/
UK /tĘek Én/
- Phrasal Verb
- To check that things are OK, correct
- To make sure someone or something is safe or well.
A1Morecheck out
US /tĘÉk aĘt/
UK /tĘek aut/
- Phrase
- Phrasal Verb
- To find out information about something
- To take books out of a library
A1Morechew on
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To think carefully about something over a period of time.
B1Morechili
US /ËtĘÉŞli/
UK /ËtĘÉŞli/
- Noun
- Hot-tasting spice used in curry, etc.
B2Morechill
US /tĘÉŞl/
UK /tĘÉŞl/
- Uncountable Noun
- State of being a little cold
- Feeling of fear or being frightened
- Transitive Verb
- To make something cold, e.g. a drink
B1Morecome up
US /kĘm Ęp/
UK /kĘm Ęp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To come closer to someone; approach
- (Of sun) to rise into the sky in the morning
A1Morecomedian
US /kÉËmidiÉn/
UK /kÉËmi:diÉn/
- Countable Noun
- An entertainer whose job is to make people laugh
A2Morecreepy
US /'kri:pÉŞ/
UK /'kri:pÉŞ/
- Adjective
- Scary; annoying or unpleasant
B1Morecut away
US /kĘt ÉËwe/
UK /kĘt ÉËwei/
- Phrasal Verb
- To do something different, as to change direction
A1Moredeal to
US /dil tÉ/
UK /di:l tÉ/
- other
- To give or inflict something, often harm or punishment.
C1Moredeeply
US /ËdiplÉŞ/
UK /Ëdi:pli/
- Adverb
- To a significant degree
- To a great, intense or extreme extent
A2Morediesel
US /ËdizÉl, -sÉl/
UK /Ëdi:zl/
- Uncountable Noun
- Heavy mineral oil used for power engines
- Countable Noun
- An internal combustion engine that uses the heat of compression to ignite the fuel.
- A vehicle powered by a diesel engine.
B1Morediscomfort
US /dÉŞsËkĘmfÉrt/
UK /dÉŞsËkĘmfÉt/
- Transitive Verb
- To cause to feel uncomfortable or not at ease
- Uncountable Noun
- Feelings of being uncomfortable or uneasy
B2Moredisturb
US /dÉŞËstÉ:rb/
UK /dÉŞËstÉ:b/
- Transitive Verb
- To cause someone anxiety or fear
- To cause someone anxiety or fear
A2TOEICMoredown with
US /daĘn wɪð/
UK /daun wið/
- Adjective
- Suffering from an illness.
- Agreeable to; in favor of.
- Interjection
- An expression of opposition to something.
A1Moreenergy
US /ËÉnÉdĘi/
UK /'enÉdĘÉŞ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Physical or mental strength
- Enthusiasm and determination.
A2Moreequal parts
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UK
- Phrase
- Amounts that are the same in size or quantity.
- In amounts that are the same.
B1Moreerratic
US /ÉŞËrĂŚtÉŞk/
UK /ÉŞËrĂŚtÉŞk/
- Adjective
- Not acting in a regular/planned way; unpredictable
- Moving or behaving in a way that is not regular, certain, or expected.
B2TOEICMorefeel like
US
UK
- Intransitive Verb
- To have a desire or inclination for something.
- To have a particular quality or sensation; resemble.
A1Morefor a minute
US
UK
- Phrase
- For a short period of time; briefly.
- Used to indicate a sudden realization or thought.
A1Morefrom the jump
US /frÉm Ă°É dĘĘmp/
UK /frÉm Ă°É dĘĘmp/
- other
- From the very beginning or start of something.
B2Moregenuinely
US /ËdĘÉnjĘÉŞnlÉŞ/
UK /'dĘenjĘÉŞnlÉŞ/
- Adverb
- In a real, actual, not false or artificial way
- In a sincere and honest way.
A2Moreget out of
US /ÉĄÉt aĘt Ęv/
UK /ÉĄet aut Év/
- Phrasal Verb
- To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
- To leave a small, enclosed vehicle
A1Moregot to
US /ÉĄÉt tu/
UK /gÉt 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
A1Moregross
US /ÉĄros/
UK /ÉĄrÉĘs/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- 144 of something; twelve dozen of something
- Total sum of money earned before costs and taxes
- Transitive Verb
- To earn an amount of money before costs and taxes
B1TOEICMorehost
US /host/
UK /hÉĘst/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Mass; a great number
- Person who entertains guests
- Transitive Verb
- To be the sponsor of an event, e.g. the Olympics
- To lead or start a party, program, or other event
A2TOEICMorehypothetical
US /ËhaÉŞpÉËθÉtÉŞkÉl/
UK /ËhaÉŞpÉËθetÉŞkl/
- Adjective
- Thought up, as an example; not being a real case
- Of the nature of a hypothesis; conjectural; provisional.
- Noun
- A hypothetical example or case.
- A hypothetical situation or scenario.
B2Morein a while
US /ÉŞn e hwaÉŞl/
UK /in É hwail/
- Phrase
- In a short period of time; soon.
- For a short period of time; soon.
A2Morein character
US /ÉŞn ËkĂŚrÉktÉ/
UK /in ËkĂŚriktÉ/
- Adjective
- Behaving as the character one is portraying; consistent with the character's personality.
- Phrase
- Consistent with one's typical behavior or personality.
B1Morein jail
US /ÉŞn dĘel/
UK /in dĘeil/
- Phrase
- Imprisoned; confined in a jail or prison.
B1Morein mind
US /ÉŞn maÉŞnd/
UK /in maind/
- Phrase
- Being aware of or considering something.
- To remember or consider something.
A2Morein school
US /ÉŞn skul/
UK /ÉŞn sku:l/
- other
- Attending an educational institution.
A1Morein the air
US
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.
A1Morein the dark
US /ÉŞn ði dÉrk/
UK /in Ă°É dÉ:k/
- Adjective
- Uninformed about something; unaware.
- Phrase
- In a state of secrecy or ignorance.
- In a place with little or no light.
A1Morein the middle of
US
UK
- Phrase
- In the central part or point of something.
- Engaged or occupied with something.
A2Morein the news
US
UK
- Phrase
- Being widely reported in the media.
A1Morein the saddle
US /ÉŞn Ă°É ËsĂŚdl/
UK /in Ă°É ËsĂŚdl/
- other
- Riding a horse or in control of a situation.
B2Morein total
US /ÉŞn Ëtotl/
UK /in ËtÉutÉl/
- Phrase
- Completely; with everything added together.
A1Morein with
US /ɪn wɪð/
UK /in wið/
- Phrase
- Fashionable or popular at the moment.
- Having influence or favor with someone.
- Phrasal Verb
- To introduce or bring something new into a system or organization.
A1Moreinfamous
US /ËÉŞnfÉmÉs/
UK /'ÉŞnfÉmÉs/
- Adjective
- Famous because of something bad
B2Moreinstead of
US /ÉŞnËstÉd Ęv/
UK /inËsted Év/
- Preposition
- When one thing is replaced by another
- Adverb
- As a substitute or alternative.
A1Moreinterview
US /ËÉŞntÉËvju/
UK /'ÉŞntÉvju:/
- Transitive Verb
- To formally ask questions about a given topic
- Noun
- Meeting to ask questions to get information
A2TOEICMorejar
US /dĘÉr/
UK /dĘÉ:(r)/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To have a harsh or unsettling effect on someone
- To make a harsh sound to the ears
- Countable Noun
- Glass container for foods
B2Morejay
US /dĘe/
UK /dĘeÉŞ/
- Noun
- Bird with a blue and white pattern on the wing
B1Morejournalist
US /ËdĘÉnÉlÉŞst/
UK /ËdĘÉ:nÉlÉŞst/
- Noun
- Writer of news reports for newspapers etc.
A2TOEICMorejust kind of
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UK
- Phrase
- Used to express a feeling or state in a vague or hesitant way.
- Used to indicate something is approximately or generally similar to something else.
A2Morekept in the dark
US /kÉpt ÉŞn Ă°É dÉrk/
UK /kept ÉŞn Ă°É dÉ:k/
- other
- Not to be given information or knowledge about something.
B2Morekill me
US
UK
- Interjection
- An exaggerated expression of frustration or annoyance.
- Phrase
- A direct request to end one's life, often due to unbearable suffering.
A2Morelive on
US /lÉŞv Én/
UK /lÉŞv Én/
- Phrasal Verb
- To continue to exist or be remembered.
- To eat a particular type of food as the main thing.
B2Morelook at
US /lĘk ĂŚt/
UK /luk ĂŚt/
- Phrasal Verb
- To use your eyes to focus on something
- To focus your eyes on something carefully
A1Moremadonna
US /mÉËdÉ:nÉ/
UK /mÉËdÉnÉ/
- Proper Noun
- A representation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus
B2Moremove on
US /muv Én/
UK /mu:v Én/
- Phrasal Verb
- To decide to change or go to a different place
- To start talking about something different.
A1Moremurder
US /ËmÉdÉ/
UK /'mÉ:dÉ(r)/
- Noun
- Something that is difficult or painful to do
- Crime of deliberately killing a person
- Transitive Verb
- To intentionally kill a person
- To spoil, ruin something by doing it poorly
A2Morenext to
US /nÉkst tu/
UK /nekst tu:/
- Preposition
- Being located along side another
- In comparison with
- Adverb
- Almost; nearly
A1Moreof course
US /Ęv kÉË(r)s/
UK /Év kÉË(r)s/
- Adverb
- Sure ; Certainly
- Phrase
- For sure; certainly
A2Moreof sorts
US
UK
- Phrase
- Of a kind, but not a very good one.
- Used to describe something when you cannot be more precise.
A1Moreof value
US /Ęv ËvĂŚlju/
UK /Év ËvĂŚlju/
- Adjective
- Having worth, importance, or usefulness.
- Providing a benefit or advantage.
A1Moreon air
US /Én er/
UK /Én eÉ(r)/
- Adverb
- Being broadcast on radio or television.
- Adjective
- Available or accessible to the public.
A2Moreon bail
US /Én beÉŞl/
UK /Én beil/
- Preposition
- Released from custody by paying a sum guaranteeing court appearance.
B2Moreon camera
US /Én ËkĂŚmÉrÉ/
UK /Én ËkĂŚmÉrÉ/
- Adverb
- While being filmed or recorded.
- Adjective
- Having qualities that make one appear good or effective when filmed.
A1Moreon fire
US /Én faÉŞr/
UK /Én ËfaiÉ/
- Adjective
- Very successful or popular
- Burning
A2Moreon the ground
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UK
- Phrase
- Located on the surface of the earth.
- Present and available in a particular place, especially to deal with a situation.
on the record
US /Én ði rÉŞËkÉd/
UK /Én Ă°É riËkÉ:d/
- Adjective
- Officially documented or registered.
- Phrase
- Made as an official or public statement that can be quoted.
A1Moreonce in a while
US //wĘns ÉŞn É waÉŞl//
UK
- Phrase
- Occasionally; not very often.
- Occasionally; not very often.
A2Morephoenix
US /ËfinÉŞks/
UK /Ëfi:nÉŞks/
- Noun
- Mythical bird that was burned but rose from ashes
- A symbol of immortality or rebirth.
- Proper Noun
- A small constellation in the southern sky.
- The capital and largest city of the state of Arizona.
C1Morerather than
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UK
- Adverb
- More exactly; more correctly
- Preferably; instead
- Preposition
- Instead of
A1Morereality
US /riËĂŚlÉŞti/
UK /rÉŞ'ĂŚlÉtÉŞ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- What is true, as opposed to what is imagined
- The state of things as they actually exist, rather than as they may appear or might be imagined.
A2Morered hot
US /rÉd hÉt/
UK /red hÉt/
- Adjective
- Extremely hot; heated to a point of glowing red.
- Very exciting, popular, or successful.
A1Morerefuse
US /Ërefjus/
UK /rÉŞ'fju:z/
- Transitive Verb
- To not accept, allow, or give something
- Uncountable Noun
- Garbage, waste
A2TOEICMorerock bottom
US /rÉk ËbÉtÉm/
UK /rÉk ËbÉtÉm/
- Noun
- The lowest possible level or point.
- Adjective
- The absolute lowest; minimum.
A1Moresheen
US /Ęin/
UK /Ęi:n/
- Uncountable Noun
- Soft, smooth, shiny quality, as of glossy hair
C1Moresheer
US /ĘÉŞr/
UK /ĘÉŞÉ(r)/
- Intransitive Verb
- To suddenly turn or change direction
- Adverb
- Straight up and down; steeply
B1Moreshow in
US /Ęo ÉŞn/
UK /ĘÉu ÉŞn/
- other
- To lead someone into a room or building.
A2Moreshut up
US /ĘĘt Ęp/
UK /ĘĘt Ęp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To close something, e.g. a shop
- To (cause someone to) be silent or not speak
- Interjection
- An expression of disbelief or surprise
A2Moresit down
US /sit daĘn/
UK /sit daun/
- Phrasal Verb
- To take a seat
A1Morestare
US /stÉr/
UK /steÉ(r)/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To look at someone or something for a long time
- Noun
- A long look at something or someone for a reason
A2Moresubstance use
US
UK
- Uncountable Noun
- The use of drugs, alcohol, or other substances.
- The use of drugs, alcohol, or other substances, especially when problematic.
A1Moretalking about
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To discuss a particular topic.
- To be constantly mentioning or bringing up a subject.
A1Moreto 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.
C2Moreto let
US /tu lÉt/
UK /tu let/
- Preposition
- Indicates that a property is available for rent.
A2Moreto order
US
UK
- Transitive Verb
- To give an instruction or command.
- To request something to be made, supplied, or served.
A1Moreto the point
US /tu ði pÉÉŞnt/
UK /tu: Ă°É pÉint/
- Adjective
- Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
- Phrase
- Relevant and pertinent to the matter at hand.
A2Moreuncomfortable
US /ĘnËkĘmfÉtÉbÉl, -ËkĘmftÉ-/
UK /ĘnËkĘmftÉbl/
- Adjective
- Not being relaxed; worried about something
- Causing or feeling slight pain or physical unease.
B1Moreuneasy
US /ĘnËizi/
UK /Ęn'i:zÉŞ/
- Adjective
- Feeling worried, anxious or afraid about something
B1Moreunnerve
US
UK
- Transitive Verb
- To cause to become nervous or upset
C1Moreunsettle
US /ĘnËsÉtl:/
UK /ËĘnËsetl/
- Transitive Verb
- To upset; making someone feel uneasy
B2Moreused to
US /juzd tu/
UK /Ëju:st tÉ/
- Adjective
- Did regularly before, but don't do now
- Auxiliary Verb
- Have done before, but do not do now
A1Morevisibly
US /ËvÉŞzÉŞblÉŞ/
UK /ËvÉŞzÉbli/
- Adverb
- So as to be seen or noticed
B1Morevolatile
US /ËvÉ:lÉtl/
UK /ËvÉlÉtaÉŞl/
- Adjective
- Able to easily become a gas at a low temperature
- Unstable and likely to change suddenly/extremely
B2TOEICMorewild
US /waÉŞld/
UK /waÉŞld/
- Adverb
- In a manner which lacks control
- Adjective
- Living in nature; not tame
- (Of land) not developed by people
A2Morewith time
US
UK
- Phrase
- As time passes; eventually.
- Given enough time; in the course of time.
A1Morewitness
US /ËwÉŞtnÉŞs/
UK /'wÉŞtnÉs/
- 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
B1TOEICMorewrap up
US /rĂŚp Ęp/
UK /rĂŚp Ęp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To complete something, such as a film or project
- To finish; bring something to a conclusion
- Transitive Verb
- To enclose (something) in paper or soft material.
B1Morewrestle
US /ËrÉsÉl/
UK /'resl/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To fight someone by holding parts of their body
- To struggle with a problem
B2More
