Vocabulary

  • over time: Gradually; as time passes.
  • have to: Must do
  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • think about: To consider something carefully.
  • go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
  • out there: In or to a place that is far away
  • move on: To decide to change or go to a different place
  • come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
  • for example: As an illustration or instance.
  • think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
  • at the end of the day: Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
  • in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
  • in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
  • in a row: One after another without a break.
  • found out: To learn or discover something, often after some effort.
  • got to: To arrive at some place
  • out of it: Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
  • in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
  • find out about: To look for information to learn about it
  • figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
  • in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
  • in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
  • show up: To arrive or be seen at a place, e.g. a party
  • phone number: A sequence of digits assigned to a telephone subscriber, used to make a call to that phone.
  • feel like: To have a desire or inclination for something.
  • in person: Physically present; not by proxy or remotely.
  • up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
  • on the job: While working; during the course of employment.
  • come up with: To think of an idea or solution; produce
  • talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
  • off of: From a position on something; down from.
  • in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
  • in school: Attending an educational institution.
  • give up: To lose hope or admit defeat
  • end up with: To have something as a result.
  • for life: For the duration of one's life; permanently.
  • by any means: In any way possible, regardless of the method
  • down the road: At a future time; in the future.
  • used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
  • cut down: To reduce your use of something
  • old school: Traditional or old-fashioned in style, behavior, or attitude.
  • in the shoes of: Considering someone else's situation or feelings.
  • with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
  • in a while: In a short period of time; soon.
  • once in a while: Occasionally; not very often.
  • in the end: Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
  • word of mouth: Information spread by people telling each other.
  • on paper: In theory or as a plan, but not necessarily in reality.
  • put it down: To place something on a surface.
  • go after: To chase or pursue something
  • experience in: Knowledge or skill gained from doing something for a period of time.
  • just kind of: Used to express a feeling or state in a vague or hesitant way.
  • get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
  • connected with: Related to; associated with.
  • depending on: To rely on for support (financial or emotional)
  • local communities: Groups of people living in the same area or having particular characteristics in common.
  • chase down: To pursue someone or something in order to catch them.
  • at least: As a minimum
  • out of line: Not following the rules or accepted standards of behaviour; inappropriate.
  • in any case: Whatever happens; regardless of what has happened or may happen.
  • number of people: The total count of individuals within a group or gathering.
  • friends of friends: People who are known by one's friends but not directly by oneself; acquaintances.
  • proud of you: Feeling pleased and satisfied about something you own or have done, or are connected to.
  • in green: Located in or surrounded by green plants or fields.
  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • time out: A brief suspension of activity; a pause.
  • to the point: Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
  • on the slide: In a state of decline or deterioration.
  • get to the bottom of: To find the true cause or explanation of something.
  • instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
  • in terms of
  • no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
  • catch up: To become equal with another person
  • start up: A newly established business.
  • at a time: Separately; one by one
  • give it to someone: Criticize or confront someone firmly.
  • go on: To continue doing something
  • go back to: To return to a starting point
  • turned out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
  • drop off: To leave someone, something somewhere
  • flatten out: To become level or less steep.
  • on top of that: In addition to something already mentioned; furthermore.
  • family members: People related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
  • shout out: A public expression of greeting or praise.
  • point in time: A specific moment or instance when something occurs or exists.
  • in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
  • play around: To cheat on your partner romantically
  • in return: As a reciprocal action or gesture; in exchange or repayment.
  • break it down: To simplify something complex into smaller, more manageable parts.
  • in trouble: Experiencing difficulties, problems, or legal issues.
  • take on: To acquire a new characteristic
  • to do with: To be about something; concern
  • of a sudden: Quickly and unexpectedly; suddenly.
  • start out: To begin your life or career in a particular way.
  • put out: To publish, e.g. a book
  • set forth: To explain; present a plan; express in words
  • as long as: For the period that; provided that.
  • on board: Being on a ship, plane, or other vehicle
  • over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
  • cash out: To count the sales at the end of a business day
  • to: Toward a point, person, place or thing
  • sort: To organize things by putting them into groups
  • experience: Thing a person has done or that happened to them
  • go: To attend or be at a place
  • time: Speed at which music is played; tempo
  • basically: Used before you explain something simply, clearly
  • people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
  • kind: In a caring and helpful manner
  • good: Proper, appropriate or right
  • start: First time or place that a thing exists; beginning
  • build: Your physical shape; physique
  • industry: Hard work; being busy working
  • problem: Something difficult to deal with or causes trouble
  • lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
  • platform: Flat, raised structure that people stand on
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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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    • at a time

      US /æt e taɪm/

      UK /æt ə taim/

      • Phrase
      • Separately; one by one
      • Simultaneously; together
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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 the end of the day

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
      • After a day's work or activities.
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    • basically

      US /ˈbesɪkəli,-kli/

      UK /ˈbeɪsɪkli/

      • Adverb
      • Used before you explain something simply, clearly
      • In essence; when you consider the most important aspects of something.
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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 any means

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • In any way possible, regardless of the method
      • Whatever is necessary to achieve something.
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    • cash out

      US /kæʃ aʊt/

      UK /kæʃ aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To count the sales at the end of a business day
      • To sell object, asset to get money
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    • catch up

      US /kætʃ ʌp/

      UK /kætʃ ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To become equal with another person
      • To inform others of the latest news
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To do something that you have not been able to do recently.
      • To meet someone you know in order to talk to them and find out what they have been doing.
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    • chase down

      US /tʃes daʊn/

      UK /tʃeis daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To pursue someone or something in order to catch them.
      • To try to find or obtain something, often with difficulty.
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    • come back

      US /kʌm bæk/

      UK /kʌm bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To reply to someone, often forcefully
      • To be remembered
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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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    • connected with

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Related to; associated with.
      • Involved with; having a relationship with.
      • Phrasal Verb
      • Was associated or linked to someone or something.
      • Felt understanding or empathy with someone or something.
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    • cut down

      US /kʌt daʊn/

      UK /kʌt daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To reduce your use of something
      • To fell a tree.
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    • depending on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To rely on for support (financial or emotional)
      • Influenced or determined by.
      • Preposition
      • Subject to; contingent on
      • Relying on someone or something for support or assistance.
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    • down the road

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • At a future time; in the future.
      • Along the street; a short distance away.
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    • drop off

      US /drɑp ɔf/

      UK /drɒp ɒf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To leave someone, something somewhere
      • To fall asleep
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To take someone or something to a particular place and leave them there.
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    • end up with

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have something as a result.
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    • experience in

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Knowledge or skill gained from doing something for a period of time.
      • Exposure to or involvement in a particular activity or situation.
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    • family members

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      UK

      • Noun (plural)
      • People related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
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    • feel like

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      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To have a desire or inclination for something.
      • To have a particular quality or sensation; resemble.
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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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    • find out about

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To look for information to learn about it
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    • flatten out

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To become level or less steep.
      • To stop rising or increasing; to become stable.
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    • for example

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • As an illustration or instance.
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    • for life

      US /fɔr laɪf/

      UK /fɔ: laif/

      • Phrase
      • For the duration of one's life; permanently.
      • To support someone for the duration of their life.
      • Adjective
      • Being a member for the entirety of one's life.
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    • found out

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To learn or discover something, often after some effort.
      • To become known; be revealed.
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    • friends of friends

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • People who are known by one's friends but not directly by oneself; acquaintances.
      • Individuals connected through a network of mutual friendships.
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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 to the bottom of

      US /ɡɛt tə ðə ˈbɑtəm ʌv/

      UK /ɡet tə ðə ˈbɒtəm əv/

      • other
      • To find the true cause or explanation of something.
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    • give it to someone

      US /ɡɪv ɪt tə ˈsʌmwʌn/

      UK /ɡiv ɪt tuː ˈsʌmwʌn/

      • other
      • Criticize or confront someone firmly.
      • Punish or reprimand someone severely.
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    • give up

      US /ɡɪv ʌp/

      UK /ɡiv ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To lose hope or admit defeat
      • To decide to not start to try solving a problem
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    • go after

      US /ɡo ˈæftɚ/

      UK /ɡəu ˈɑ:ftə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To chase or pursue something
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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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    • 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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    • go out

      US /ɡo aʊt/

      UK /ɡəu aut/

      • Phrase
      • To leave a building (e.g. a house)
      • Phrasal Verb
      • (Of a fire) to burn out; be extinguished
      • Go out of fashion to stop being fashionable
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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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    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
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    • in a row

      US /ɪn e ro/

      UK /in ə rəu/

      • Phrase
      • One after another without a break.
      • Arranged in a straight line.
      • Idiom
      • To have an argument.
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    • in a while

      US /ɪn e hwaɪl/

      UK /in ə hwail/

      • Phrase
      • In a short period of time; soon.
      • For a short period of time; soon.
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    • in any case

      US /ɪn ˈɛni kes/

      UK /in ˈeni keis/

      • Phrase
      • Whatever happens; regardless of what has happened or may happen.
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    • in general

      US /ɪn ˈdʒɛnərəl/

      UK /in ˈdʒenərəl/

      • Phrase
      • Typically; usually; on the whole.
      • Not specific or detailed; broadly.
      • Adjective
      • Not detailed or specific; overall.
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    • in green

      US /ɪn ɡrin/

      UK /ɪn ɡri:n/

      • other
      • Located in or surrounded by green plants or fields.
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    • in mind

      US /ɪn maɪnd/

      UK /in maind/

      • Phrase
      • Being aware of or considering something.
      • To remember or consider something.
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    • in person

      US /ɪn ˈpɜːrsn/

      UK /in ˈpɜːsn/

      • Adverb
      • Physically present; not by proxy or remotely.
      • Face-to-face; not through electronic communication.
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    • in return

      US /ɪn rɪˈtɚn/

      UK /in riˈtə:n/

      • Adverb
      • As a reciprocal action or gesture; in exchange or repayment.
      • Phrase
      • As compensation or consideration for something.
      • As a reaction or response to something.
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    • in school

      US /ɪn skul/

      UK /ɪn sku:l/

      • other
      • Attending an educational institution.
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    • in terms of

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • With regard to; concerning a particular aspect.
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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 future

      US /ɪn ði ˈfjutʃɚ/

      UK /in ðə ˈfju:tʃə/

      • Phrase
      • At a later time; in times to come.
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    • in the middle of

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • In the central part or point of something.
      • Engaged or occupied with something.
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    • in the past

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      UK

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

      US /ɪn ðə ˈʃuz ʌv/

      UK /in ðə ˈʃu:z ɔv/

      • other
      • Considering someone else's situation or feelings.
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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 trouble

      US /ɪn ˈtrʌbəl/

      UK /in ˈtrʌbl/

      • Adjective
      • Experiencing difficulties, problems, or legal issues.
      • other
      • In serious trouble or difficulty.
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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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    • just 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.
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    • local communities

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      UK

      • Noun (plural)
      • Groups of people living in the same area or having particular characteristics in common.
      • Neighborhoods or districts where people share social connections and common interests.
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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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    • move on

      US /muv ɑn/

      UK /mu:v ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To decide to change or go to a different place
      • To start talking about something different.
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    • no matter

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      • Conjunction
      • Regardless of; it does not matter.
      • Adverb
      • Regardless of; it is not important
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    • number of people

      US /ˈnʌmbɚ ʌv ˈpipəl/

      UK /ˈnʌmbə ɔv ˈpi:pl/

      • Phrase
      • The total count of individuals within a group or gathering.
      • A statistical figure representing the population size or a subset thereof.
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    • of a sudden

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Quickly and unexpectedly; suddenly.
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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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    • off of

      US /ɔf ʌv/

      UK /ɔf ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • From a position on something; down from.
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    • old school

      US /old skul/

      UK /əuld sku:l/

      • Adjective
      • Traditional or old-fashioned in style, behavior, or attitude.
      • Referring to an earlier, more traditional style of music, especially hip-hop or rap.
      • Noun
      • A traditional method or approach.
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    • on board

      US /ɑn bɔrd/

      UK /ɔn bɔ:d/

      • Phrase
      • Being on a ship, plane, or other vehicle
      • Adverb
      • On or in a ship, aircraft, train, or other vehicle
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    • on paper

      US /ɑn ˈpeɪpər/

      UK /ɔn ˈpeipə/

      • Phrase
      • In theory or as a plan, but not necessarily in reality.
      • Recorded in writing; documented.
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    • on the job

      US /ɑn ði dʒɑb/

      UK /ɔn ðə dʒɔb/

      • Phrase
      • While working; during the course of employment.
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    • on the slide

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • In a state of decline or deterioration.
      • Losing control or influence; declining in status.
      • Adjective
      • (Informal) Dishonest or untrustworthy; engaging in shady practices.
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    • on top of that

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      • Phrase
      • In addition to something already mentioned; furthermore.
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    • once in a while

      US //wʌns ɪn ə waɪl//

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Occasionally; not very often.
      • Occasionally; not very often.
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    • out 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.
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    • out of line

      US /aʊt ʌv laɪn/

      UK /aut ɔv lain/

      • Adjective
      • Not following the rules or accepted standards of behaviour; inappropriate.
      • Not in a straight line; not aligned properly.
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    • out there

      US /aʊt ðɛr/

      UK /aut ðɛə/

      • Adverb
      • In or to a place that is far away
      • Existing in the universe
      • Adjective
      • Unconventional; strange; avant-garde
      • Existing or available.
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    • over time

      US /ˈovɚ taɪm/

      UK /ˈəuvə taim/

      • Phrase
      • Gradually; as time passes.
      • During a long period.
      • Adverb
      • Gradually; as time passes.
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    • over to

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      • Preposition
      • Used to hand over to someone else to speak
      • The responsibility is now yours
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    • phone number

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      • Countable Noun
      • A sequence of digits assigned to a telephone subscriber, used to make a call to that phone.
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    • platform

      US /ˈplætˌfɔrm/

      UK /'plætfɔ:m/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Flat, raised structure that people stand on
      • Area from which you board a train at a station
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    • play around

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To cheat on your partner romantically
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    • point in time

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      • Noun
      • A specific moment or instance when something occurs or exists.
      • A significant juncture or stage in history or a sequence of events.
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    • proud of you

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      • Phrase
      • Feeling pleased and satisfied about something you own or have done, or are connected to.
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    • put it down

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To place something on a surface.
      • To write something down.
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    • put out

      US /pʊt aʊt/

      UK /put aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To publish, e.g. a book
      • To cause someone to be troubled or inconvenienced
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    • set forth

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To explain; present a plan; express in words
      • To start out on a journey
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    • shout 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.
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    • show up

      US /ʃo ʌp/

      UK /ʃəu ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrive or be seen at a place, e.g. a party
      • To be noticeably better than (someone else)
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    • start out

      US /stɑrt aʊt/

      UK /stɑ:t aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To begin your life or career in a particular way.
      • To begin a journey.
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    • start up

      US /stɑrt ʌp/

      UK /stɑ:t ʌp/

      • Countable Noun
      • A newly established business.
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To begin or initiate something.
      • To begin a new business or enterprise.
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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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    • 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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    • time out

      US /taɪm aʊt/

      UK /taim aut/

      • Noun
      • A brief suspension of activity; a pause.
      • A period of isolation as a form of discipline.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To call a temporary suspension of play in a game.
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    • to do with

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be about something; concern
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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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    • turned 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.
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    • up there

      US /ʌp ðɛr/

      UK /ʌp ðɛə/

      • Adverb
      • In or to a higher place or position; far away.
      • In heaven.
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    • 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
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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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    • word of mouth

      US /wɚd ʌv maʊθ/

      UK /wə:d ɔv mauθ/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Information spread by people telling each other.
      A1
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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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