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absolutely
US /ˈæbsəˌlutli, ˌæbsəˈlutli/
UK /ˈæbsəlu:tli/
- Adverb
- Completely; totally; very
- Considered independently and without relation to other things; viewed abstractly; as, quantity absolutely considered.
A2Moreall over the place
US
UK
- Phrase
- In a state of disorder; scattered everywhere.
- In many different locations; widely distributed.
- Adjective
- Mentally or emotionally disorganized; confused or erratic.
A1Moreamp up
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To increase the intensity, excitement, or volume of something.
as you like
US
UK
- Phrase
- In any way that you want; according to your preference.
- Interjection
- An expression of agreement or permission.
A1Moreask in
US /æsk ɪn/
UK /ɑ:sk ɪn/
- other
- To invite someone to enter one's home or place.
B1Moreat 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.
C2Moreat once
US /æt wʌns/
UK /æt wʌns/
- Adverb
- Immediately; without delay
- At the same time; simultaneously
A2Moreblend
US /blɛnd/
UK /blend/
- Transitive Verb
- To combine different elements or substances
- To mix ingredients when cooking
- Noun
- Product known for mixing ingredients
B1Moreblow on
US /blo ɑn/
UK /bləu ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To exhale air onto a surface or object.
- To play a wind instrument by forcing air into it.
A1Morebreakfast
US /ˈbrɛkfəst/
UK /ˈbrekfəst/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- First meal of the day
- Intransitive Verb
- To have the first meal of the day
A2Morecauliflower
US /ˈkɔlɪˌflaʊɚ, ˈkɑlɪ-/
UK /ˈkɒliflaʊə(r)/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- White vegetable, that looks similar to broccoli
- The plant that produces the cauliflower vegetable.
B2Morecome up
US /kʌm ʌp/
UK /kʌm ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To come closer to someone; approach
- (Of sun) to rise into the sky in the morning
A1Morecookie
US /ˈkʊki/
UK /'kʊkɪ/
- Countable Noun
- A flat, round sweet baked food
B1Morecool off
US /kul ɔf/
UK /ku:l ɔf/
- Phrasal Verb
- To become cooler.
- To become calm after being angry or excited.
A2Morecottage
US /ˈkɑtɪdʒ/
UK /ˈkɒtɪdʒ/
- Countable Noun
- Small house in the country
A2Morecouple
US /ˈkʌpəl/
UK /'kʌpl/
- Transitive Verb
- To join something to something else
- (Two animals) to engage in sexual relations
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Two people in a romantic relationship
- Two of something; two people; a pair
A2Morecream
US /krim/
UK /kri:m/
- Adjective
- Pale color that is yellowish white
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Type of a thick beauty product used on the skin
- Thick liquid rubbed into the skin
B1Moredelicious
US /dɪˈlɪʃəs/
UK /dɪˈlɪʃəs/
- Adjective
- Very pleasing to eat; especially pleasing
B1TOEICMoredessert
US /dɪˈzɜ:rt/
UK /dɪˈzɜ:t/
- Noun
- Sweet food usually eaten at the end of a meal
B2Moredisagree with
US /ˌdɪsəˈɡri wɪð/
UK /ˌdisəˈɡri: wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To have a different opinion from someone else.
- Intransitive Verb
- To cause someone to feel ill or uncomfortable.
A1Moredough
US /do/
UK /dəu/
- Uncountable Noun
- Substance made from flour and water to bake bread
- (slang) Money.
B2Moredump
US /dʌmp/
UK /dʌmp/
- Transitive Verb
- To end a romantic relationship
- To put something somewhere without care
- Noun
- A place where waste or garbage is left.
- A copy of data from one part of a computer system to another.
B1Morefalling apart
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To suffer a nervous breakdown
- To break into pieces; stop functioning
A1Morefantastic
US /fænˈtæstɪk/
UK /fænˈtæstɪk/
- Adjective
- Strange or unusual in design or appearance
- Very large, fast or great
A2Morefeel like
US
UK
- Intransitive Verb
- To have a desire or inclination for something.
- To have a particular quality or sensation; resemble.
A1Morefinal stretch
US
UK
- Noun
- The last part of something; the concluding phase.
- The last part of a race, where competitors often exert maximum effort.
B2Morefit in
US /fɪt ɪn/
UK /fit in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To mix with others so you get on well with them
A2Morefollow along
US /ˈfɑlo əˈlɔŋ/
UK /ˈfɔləu əˈlɔŋ/
- Phrasal Verb
- To agree to do or act the same as others
A1Morefor good measure
US
UK
- Idiom
- As an extra amount; in addition to what is strictly necessary.
- Phrase
- As an extra amount; in addition to what is strictly necessary.
for now
US /fɔr naʊ/
UK /fɔ: nau/
- Phrase
- Temporarily; for the present time.
- In the short term; for the immediate future.
A1Morefreeze
US /friz/
UK /fri:z/
- Intransitive Verb
- To harden to a solid below zero degrees
- Transitive Verb
- To store an item of food in a cold place
- To make someone to not want to communicate
A2Morefreezer
US /ˈfrizɚ/
UK /ˈfri:zə(r)/
- Countable Noun
- Electric refrigerator operating below zero degrees
B1Morefridge
US /frɪdʒ/
UK /frɪdʒ/
- Noun
- An electric cool box for keeping food fresh
A2Morefrozen
US /ˈfroʊzn/
UK /'frəʊzn/
- Adjective
- Hard, solid because it is below zero degrees
- Preserved by freezing.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To store an item of food in a cold place
- To make someone to not want to communicate
A2Moregarlic
US /ˈɡɑrlɪk/
UK /'ɡɑ:lɪk/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Strong-smelling white bulb used in cooking
B2Moreget out of
US /ɡɛt aʊt ʌv/
UK /ɡet aut ɔv/
- Phrasal Verb
- To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
- To leave a small, enclosed vehicle
A1Moreget through
US /ɡɛt θru/
UK /ɡet θru:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To arrive at the end of or finish something
- To succeed in contacting someone by phone
A1Moregiant
US /ˈdʒaɪənt/
UK /'dʒaɪənt/
- Countable Noun
- Tall, large, and powerful human-like creatures
- Very successful, powerful person or organization
- Adjective
- Very large, or much bigger than other things
A2Moregoing on
US /ˈɡoɪŋ ɑn/
UK /ˈgəʊɪŋ ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To continue doing something
- To happen (usually negative)
A1Morehalfway through
US
UK
- Adverb
- At or in the middle of a period of time or an activity.
- Phrase
- Having completed approximately half of something.
A2Morehave to
US /hæv tu/
UK /ˈhæv tə/
- Auxiliary Verb
- Must do
A1Moreheavy hitter
US /ˈhɛvi ˈhɪtɚ/
UK /ˈhevi ˈhɪtə/
- other
- A person who is powerful, influential, or successful in their field.
B2Morehold 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.
A1Morein half
US /ɪn hæf/
UK /in hɑ:f/
- Adverb
- Divided into two equal parts.
- Partially; to some extent.
A1Morein the end
US /ɪn ði ɛnd/
UK /in ðə end/
- Phrase
- Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
- Ultimately; as the final result or consequence.
A1Morein the world
US /ɪn ði wɜrld/
UK /in ðə wɜː(r)ld/
- Phrase
- Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, disbelief
- Used to indicate the extent or degree of something, often in a superlative sense
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.
A1Moreincredible
US /ɪnˈkrɛdəbəl/
UK /ɪnˈkredəbl/
- Adjective
- Very good; amazing
- Really good; amazing; great
A2TOEICMoreinstead of
US /ɪnˈstɛd ʌv/
UK /inˈsted ɔv/
- Preposition
- When one thing is replaced by another
- Adverb
- As a substitute or alternative.
A1Morejust kind of
US
UK
- Phrase
- Used to express a feeling or state in a vague or hesitant way.
- Used to indicate something is approximately or generally similar to something else.
A2Morelook at
US /lʊk æt/
UK /luk æt/
- Phrasal Verb
- To use your eyes to focus on something
- To focus your eyes on something carefully
A1Moremaple
US /ˈmepəl/
UK /ˈmeɪpl/
- Noun
- Any of various trees, some producing syrup
B2Moremeat
US /mit/
UK /mi:t/
- Uncountable Noun
- Flesh of a dead animal that you eat
- Noun
- Something that is important or significant
A2Moremess up
US /mɛs ʌp/
UK /mes ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To make a mistake
- To make something untidy or dirty.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To make something untidy or dirty.
- To spoil or ruin something.
A2Moremuffin
US /ˈmʌfɪn/
UK /ˈmʌfɪn/
- Countable Noun
- Small sweet cake that often contains fruit
C1Moreof course
US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/
UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/
- Adverb
- Sure ; Certainly
- Phrase
- For sure; certainly
A2Moreof the like
US /ʌv ðə laɪk/
UK /əv ðə laɪk/
- other
- And similar kinds or types; alike in category.
B2Moreon the go
US /ɑn ði ɡo/
UK /ɔn ðə ɡəu/
- Adjective
- Very busy and active.
A1Moreonion
US /ˈʌnjən/
UK /ˈʌnjən/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Strong-smelling, strong-tasting vegetable
B1Moreout of it
US /aʊt ʌv ɪt/
UK /aut ɔv it/
- Adjective
- Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
- Not able to think clearly or react quickly; not with it.
A1Moreout of order
US /aʊt ʌv ˈɔrdɚ/
UK /aut ɔv ˈɔ:də/
- Adjective
- Not in proper working condition; broken.
- Not following the rules of procedure; inappropriate.
A1Moreoven
US /ˈʌvən/
UK /ˈʌvn/
- Noun
- Kitchen appliance you put food in to bake, roast
B1Moreparmesan
US /ˈpɑ:rməzɑ:n/
UK /ˈpɑ:mɪzæn/
- Adjective
- Strong aged Italian cheese, e.g. grated over pasta
C1Morepasta
US /ˈpɑ:stə/
UK /ˈpæstə/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Type of Italian food, such as spaghetti
B1Morepie
US /paɪ/
UK /paɪ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Baked food with a filling encased in pastry
B1TOEICMorepowder
US /ˈpaʊdɚ/
UK /'paʊdə(r)/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Dry material made up of small powder-like pieces
- Dry and light form of snow
- Transitive Verb
- To apply a dust onto the body or face
- To reduce to powder; pulverize.
B1Moreprotein
US /ˈprəʊˌtiːn/
UK /ˈprəʊti:n/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Group of molecules made from amino acids
B1Moreproud of you
US
UK
- Phrase
- Feeling pleased and satisfied about something you own or have done, or are connected to.
B1Moreput it down
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To place something on a surface.
- To write something down.
A1Morerice vinegar
US
UK
- Uncountable Noun
- A mild vinegar made from fermented rice, commonly used in Asian cuisine.
B2Moreright for
US
UK
- Adjective
- Suitable or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation.
- Correct or most appropriate.
A1Moreroll
US /rol/
UK /rəʊl/
- Countable Noun
- Small, round piece of bread for one person to eat
- Photographic film wrapped round and round itself
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To continue along as time normally progresses
- To produce a very deep and continuous sound
A2TOEICMoreroll it
US
UK
- Transitive Verb
- To prepare a marijuana cigarette.
- To bowl a ball.
A1Moresalt
US /sɔlt/
UK /sɔ:lt/
- Uncountable Noun
- Natural white crystal used to flavor food
- Transitive Verb
- To add salt to food in order to improve its taste
- To add salt to ice in order to melt it
A2Moresauce
US /sɔs/
UK /sɔ:s/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Food made from cooked fruit, e.g. apples or mangos
B1Moreshout out
US /ʃaʊt aʊt/
UK /ʃaut aut/
- Noun
- A public expression of greeting or praise.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To publicly mention or acknowledge someone or something.
- To publicly acknowledge or thank someone.
A2Morespinach
US /ˈspɪnɪtʃ/
UK /ˈspɪnɪtʃ/
- Uncountable Noun
- Vegetable with dark green leaves, full of iron
B2Morespread out
US /sprɛd aʊt/
UK /spred aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To extend or stretch over a large area.
- To arrange things so that they cover a large area.
B2Morestandby
US /ˈstændˌbaɪ/
UK /'stændbaɪ/
- Adjective
- Ready for use in an emergency, etc.
- On a waiting list for a plane ticket
C2Morestew
US /stu, stju/
UK /stju:/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To cook meat or vegetables in hot water
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Type of dish mixing meat, vegetables, and gravy
B2Morestuff
US /stʌf/
UK /stʌf/
- Uncountable Noun
- Generic description for things, materials, objects
- Transitive Verb
- To push material inside something, with force
B1Moresyrup
US /ˈsɪrəp, ˈsɚ-/
UK /ˈsɪrəp/
- Uncountable Noun
- Sugary liquid e.g. used on pancakes
B2Moretake 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.
A1Moretaste
US /test/
UK /teɪst/
- Uncountable Noun
- (Good) sense of style in clothes, art, or manners
- Flavor in your mouth from food or drink
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To experience something
- To experience the flavor of food, drink
A2TOEICMoretasty
US /ˈtesti/
UK /ˈteɪsti/
- Adjective
- Good tasting; having a lot of flavor
A2Morethink 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
A1Moreto hand
US
UK
- Transitive Verb
- To give or pass something to someone using your hand.
- To offer assistance or help.
A1Moreto let
US /tu lɛt/
UK /tu let/
- Preposition
- Indicates that a property is available for rent.
A2Moreturkey
US /ˈtɜ:rki/
UK /ˈtɜ:ki/
- Countable Noun
- Edible bird resembling a large chicken
- Proper Noun
- the Republic of Türkiye, this nation sits at the crossroads of Europe and Asia
C1Moreturned out
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To arrive for a public event or entertainment
- To happen to be in the end
- Transitive Verb
- To extinguish or switch off lights.
A1Moreup till
US /ʌp tɪl/
UK /ʌp tɪl/
- other
- Until a particular time or point.
A2Morevanilla
US /vəˈnɪlə/
UK /vəˈnɪlə/
- Adjective
- Having the taste of vanilla
- Having no special or extra features; ordinary or standard.
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Taste from seed of vanilla plant, as in ice cream
- Any orchid of the genus Vanilla, characterized by fragrant flowers and long pod-like fruit.
B2Moreyogurt
US /ˈjoɡət/
UK /ˈjəʊgət/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Custard-like food made from curdled milk
B2Moreyum
US /jʌm/
UK /jʌm/
- Interjection
- Used to show pleasure at eating something nice
B2More
