Vocabulary

  • have to: Must do
  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • got to: To arrive at some place
  • break into: To start suddenly (crying, panicking, etc.)
  • with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
  • talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
  • feel like: To have a desire or inclination for something.
  • look around: To explore a place; search for something.
  • go on: To continue doing something
  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • run by: To be managed or controlled by someone or a group.
  • deal with
  • figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
  • to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
  • get back to: To get in contact with someone again
  • at least: As a minimum
  • for now: Temporarily; for the present time.
  • for the record: Said to ensure something is officially noted or remembered.
  • name for: To give someone or something a particular name, often in honor of someone else.
  • in other words: Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
  • in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
  • think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
  • get through: To arrive at the end of or finish something
  • get up to: To do something slightly naughty
  • land on: To come down to the ground or another surface after flying or falling.
  • by default: Automatically, unless the user specifies otherwise.
  • get past: To overcome an obstacle or difficulty.
  • power off: To turn off a device or machine.
  • in line with: In agreement with; conforming to.
  • from home: Working or operating from one's residence.
  • advanced technology: Cutting-edge or highly developed technology.
  • side project: A project undertaken in addition to one's primary job or responsibility.
  • know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
  • too heavy: Having excessive weight; difficult to lift or move.
  • come up with: To think of an idea or solution; produce
  • get together: To gather, or come together for some purpose
  • after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
  • hinges on: Depends entirely on something.
  • in public: In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
  • break it down: To simplify something complex into smaller, more manageable parts.
  • look for: To try to find a thing or person that is lost
  • to the point: Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
  • as opposed to: In contrast to; rather than.
  • except that: But; with the exception that.
  • come from: To have as your native country or city
  • in the way: Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
  • in action: Actively doing something; performing a task or duty.
  • keep watch: To maintain surveillance; to guard or protect something.
  • going on: To continue doing something
  • get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
  • talk back
  • on the line: At risk; in a situation where something could be lost.
  • hear of: To know about someone or something because you have been told about them
  • for the rest: Concerning the remaining people or things.
  • log in
  • for days: For a long period of time; lasting several days.
  • plan on: To intend to do something; to expect to do something.
  • at home: In one's own residence or country.
  • as long as: For the period that; provided that.
  • think about: To consider something carefully.
  • other than: Except for; apart from.
  • in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
  • on time
  • instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
  • work on: To devote effort to improve or develop something
  • take it easy
  • inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
  • check on: To check that things are OK, correct
  • turn off
  • out of town: Away from one's usual place of residence or work; absent from the local area.
  • in trouble: Experiencing difficulties, problems, or legal issues.
  • down with: Suffering from an illness.
  • hash out: To discuss something thoroughly in order to reach an agreement or solution.
  • in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
  • work to do: Tasks or activities that need to be accomplished.
  • at sunrise: At the time when the sun first appears in the morning.
  • get around to: To finally start doing something you avoided doing
  • come for: To arrive to collect someone or something.
  • in the end: Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
  • feel up: To touch someone in a sexual way, often without permission.
  • take on: To acquire a new characteristic
  • time: Speed at which music is played; tempo
  • people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
  • address: Exact street location of a place
  • information: Collection of facts and details about something
  • tell: To (strongly) advise a person to do something
  • government: Group of people and system that rule a nation
  • hack: To illegally access someone else's computer
  • care: To feel interest, concern, or worry
  • shit: A coarse term for defecation
  • wait: To delay or not do something until later
  • network: Group of computers connected to each other
  • computer: Machine for storing data, accessing the internet
  • shepherd: Person's name
  • hash: A mixture of meat, potatoes, and vegetables cut into small pieces and baked or fried
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    • advanced technology

      US /ædˈvænst tɛkˈnɑlədʒi/

      UK /ədˈvɑ:nst tekˈnɔlədʒi/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Cutting-edge or highly developed technology.
      • Phrase
      • Technology that represents the future of innovation and development.
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    • after all

      US /ˈæftɚ ɔl/

      UK /ˈɑ:ftə ɔ: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.
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    • as long as

      US /æz lɔŋ æz/

      UK /æz lɔŋ æz/

      • Conjunction
      • For the period that; provided that.
      • For the length of time that
      • Preposition
      • On the condition that; providing that.
      • Having the same length as.
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    • as opposed to

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      • Preposition
      • In contrast to; rather than.
      • Instead of; in place of.
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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 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 sunrise

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • At the time when the sun first appears in the morning.
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    • break into

      US /brek ˈɪntu/

      UK /breik ˈɪntuː/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To start suddenly (crying, panicking, etc.)
      • To get into a new field of work
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    • break it down

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To simplify something complex into smaller, more manageable parts.
      • To explain something in a detailed and understandable way.
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    • by default

      US /baɪ dɪˈfɔlt/

      UK /bai diˈfɔ:lt/

      • Adverb
      • Automatically, unless the user specifies otherwise.
      • Because of a lack of any other action or choice.
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    • check on

      US /tʃɛk ɑn/

      UK /tʃek ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To check that things are OK, correct
      • To make sure someone or something is safe or well.
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    • come for

      US /kʌm fɔr/

      UK /kʌm fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrive to collect someone or something.
      • To attack someone.
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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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    • come up with

      US /kʌm ʌp wɪð/

      UK /kʌm ʌp wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To think of an idea or solution; produce
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    • deal with

      US /dil wɪð/

      UK /di:l wið/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To buy or sell goods or services.
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take action to solve a problem or manage a situation.
      • To be about; concern.
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    • down with

      US /daʊn wɪð/

      UK /daun wið/

      • Adjective
      • Suffering from an illness.
      • Agreeable to; in favor of.
      • Interjection
      • An expression of opposition to something.
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    • except that

      US /ɪkˈsɛpt ðæt/

      UK /ikˈsept ðæt/

      • Conjunction
      • But; with the exception that.
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    • feel like

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To have a desire or inclination for something.
      • To have a particular quality or sensation; resemble.
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    • feel up

      US /fil ʌp/

      UK /fi:l ʌp/

      • other
      • To touch someone in a sexual way, often without permission.
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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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    • for days

      US /fɔr dez/

      UK /fɔ: deɪz/

      • Phrase
      • For a long period of time; lasting several days.
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    • for now

      US /fɔr naʊ/

      UK /fɔ: nau/

      • Phrase
      • Temporarily; for the present time.
      • In the short term; for the immediate future.
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    • for the record

      US /fɔr ði rɪˈkɚd/

      UK /fɔ: ðə riˈkɔ:d/

      • Phrase
      • Said to ensure something is officially noted or remembered.
      • To state something to ensure the correct information is known.
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    • for the rest

      US /fɔr ði rɛst/

      UK /fɔ: ðə rest/

      • Phrase
      • Concerning the remaining people or things.
      • During the remaining part of a period of time.
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    • from home

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Working or operating from one's residence.
      • Originating or coming from one's own house or country.
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    • get around to

      US /ɡɛt əˈraʊnd tu/

      UK /ɡet əˈraund tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To finally start doing something you avoided doing
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    • get back to

      US /ɡɛt bæk tu/

      UK /ɡet bæk tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To get in contact with someone again
      • To return to someone or something; to respond at a later time.
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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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    • get past

      US /ɡɛt pæst/

      UK /ɡet pɑːst/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To overcome an obstacle or difficulty.
      • To move beyond someone or something that is blocking your way.
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    • get 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
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    • get together

      US /ɡɛt təˈɡɛðɚ/

      UK /ɡet təˈɡeðə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To gather, or come together for some purpose
      • To start a romantic relationship.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To meet for social or recreational purposes.
      • To start a romantic relationship.
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    • get up to

      US /ɡɛt ʌp tu/

      UK /ɡet ʌp tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To do something slightly naughty
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    • go on

      US /ɡo ɑn/

      UK /ɡəu ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continue doing something
      • To happen (usually negative)
      • Interjection
      • Used to encourage someone
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    • going on

      US /ˈɡoɪŋ ɑn/

      UK /ˈgəʊɪŋ ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continue doing something
      • To happen (usually negative)
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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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    • hack

      US /hæk/

      UK /hæk/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To illegally access someone else's computer
      • To cut away plants and branches to make a path
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Dry cough
      • Horse for hire to work or pull a vehicle for a fee
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    • hash

      US /hæʃ/

      UK /hæʃ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A mixture of meat, potatoes, and vegetables cut into small pieces and baked or fried
      • The symbol # on a phone or computer keyboard
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    • hash out

      US /hæʃ aʊt/

      UK /hæʃ aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To discuss something thoroughly in order to reach an agreement or solution.
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    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
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    • hear of

      US /hɪr ʌv/

      UK /hiə ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To know about someone or something because you have been told about them
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    • hinges on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • Depends entirely on something.
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    • in action

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Actively doing something; performing a task or duty.
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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 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 on

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • To be involved in a secret or plan.
      • To be aware of something that is secret or not generally known.
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    • in other words

      US

      UK

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

      US /ɪn ˈpʌblɪk/

      UK /in ˈpʌblik/

      • Phrase
      • In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
      • Adjective
      • Relating to the government or the people as a whole.
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    • in 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.
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    • in the way

      US /ɪn ði we/

      UK /in ðə wei/

      • Phrase
      • Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
      • Stored or placed so as to be available or ready when needed.
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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 trouble

      US /ɪn ˈtrʌbəl/

      UK /in ˈtrʌbl/

      • Adjective
      • Experiencing difficulties, problems, or legal issues.
      • other
      • In serious trouble or difficulty.
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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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    • keep watch

      US

      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To maintain surveillance; to guard or protect something.
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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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    • land on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To come down to the ground or another surface after flying or falling.
      • To criticize someone severely.
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    • log in

      US /lɔɡ ɪn/

      UK /lɔɡ in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To enter a website or computer system by typing a username and password.
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    • look around

      US /lʊk əˈraʊnd/

      UK /luk əˈraund/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To explore a place; search for something.
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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 for

      US /lʊk fɔr/

      UK /luk fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To try to find a thing or person that is lost
      • To expect or anticipate something.
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    • name for

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To give someone or something a particular name, often in honor of someone else.
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    • network

      US /ˈnetwɜ:rk/

      UK /ˈnetwɜ:k/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Group of computers connected to each other
      • System of connections
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To join a group of computers together
      • To exchange information with colleagues, contacts
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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 the line

      US /ɑn ði laɪn/

      UK /ɔn ðə lain/

      • Phrase
      • At risk; in a situation where something could be lost.
      • Having a great deal of responsibility.
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    • on time

      US /ɑn taɪm/

      UK /ɔn taim/

      • Phrase
      • Adjective
      • Arriving at or done by the required time
      • Meeting a deadline; punctual in fulfilling obligations.
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    • other than

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      UK

      • Preposition
      • Except for; apart from.
      • Conjunction
      • Different from.
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    • out of town

      US /aʊt ʌv taʊn/

      UK /aut ɔv taun/

      • Phrase
      • Away from one's usual place of residence or work; absent from the local area.
      • Adjective
      • Not available in the local area; absent and unreachable.
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    • plan on

      US /plæn ɑn/

      UK /plæn ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To intend to do something; to expect to do something.
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    • power off

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To turn off a device or machine.
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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.
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    • shepherd

      US /ˈʃɛpəd/

      UK /'ʃepəd/

      • Proper Noun
      • Person's name
      • Countable Noun
      • Person who looks after sheep as their job
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    • side project

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • A project undertaken in addition to one's primary job or responsibility.
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    • take it easy

      US /tek ɪt ˈizi/

      UK /teik it ˈi:zi/

      • Phrase
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    • take on

      US /tek ɑn/

      UK /teik ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To acquire a new characteristic
      • To accept a new responsibility, role
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    • talk back

      US /tɔk bæk/

      UK /tɔ:k bæk/

      • Phrase
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To reply rudely or disrespectfully.
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    • talking about

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To discuss a particular topic.
      • To be constantly mentioning or bringing up a subject.
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    • think about

      US /θɪŋk əˈbaʊt/

      UK /θiŋk əˈbaut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To consider something carefully.
      • To remember or call to mind.
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    • 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
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    • to let

      US /tu lɛt/

      UK /tu let/

      • Preposition
      • Indicates that a property is available for rent.
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    • to the point

      US /tu ði pɔɪnt/

      UK /tu: ðə pɔint/

      • Adjective
      • Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
      • Phrase
      • Relevant and pertinent to the matter at hand.
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    • too heavy

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      UK

      • Adjective
      • Having excessive weight; difficult to lift or move.
      • Excessively burdensome or difficult to manage.
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    • turn off

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make someone feel negatively about something
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    • with it

      US /wɪð ɪt/

      UK /wið it/

      • Adjective
      • Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
      • Understanding and knowledgeable about current trends or information.
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    • work on

      US /wɚk ɑn/

      UK /wə:k ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To devote effort to improve or develop something
      • To try to persuade or influence someone.
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    • work to do

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Tasks or activities that need to be accomplished.
      • Obligations or responsibilities that require effort and attention.
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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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    Brian May - Classic Rock Interview - Part 2

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    姚易辰 posted on 2015/03/13
    Dive into the thrilling world of hackers and surveillance with this intense movie clip! You'll pick up some seriously advanced vocabulary related to cybercrime and technology, making it a fantastic way to boost your English skills while enjoying a gripping narrative.

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