Vocabulary

  • got to: To arrive at some place
  • have to: Must do
  • give back: To return something you borrowed
  • with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
  • out there: In or to a place that is far away
  • feel like: To have a desire or inclination for something.
  • on the phone: Talking on the telephone.
  • think about: To consider something carefully.
  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • in the end: Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
  • in reality: Actually; in fact; truly.
  • just kind of: Used to express a feeling or state in a vague or hesitant way.
  • give up: To lose hope or admit defeat
  • meet with: To have a meeting with someone in order to discuss something.
  • of a sudden: Quickly and unexpectedly; suddenly.
  • work in: To make an opening for something in your schedule
  • over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
  • at the end of the day: Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
  • in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
  • to do with: To be about something; concern
  • around the corner: Very near; close by.
  • at that time: During a specific point in the past.
  • step out: To go outside for a short time
  • move around: To change position or location; to go from place to place.
  • deal with
  • forget about: To stop thinking about something; to ignore something.
  • in terms of
  • screw up: Spoken to make a big mistake
  • on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
  • in three days: Within a period of three days from now or a reference point.
  • on the horizon: About to happen; approaching.
  • hand up: To raise one's hand in order to get attention, especially in a classroom.
  • go on: To continue doing something
  • drill down: To examine something in detail; to analyze deeply.
  • end in: To have something as the final result.
  • in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
  • intellectual property: Creations of the mind, such as inventions; literary and artistic works; designs; and symbols, names and images used in commerce.
  • run through: To pierce with a sharp pointed object
  • work out
  • over time: Gradually; as time passes.
  • stay away: To keep a distance from something or someone; to avoid approaching.
  • rather than: More exactly; more correctly
  • shake out: To empty something by shaking it.
  • in the game: Still involved or active in a competition or situation.
  • drop the ball: To make a mistake or error, especially one that causes problems for others.
  • for myself: Done for one's own benefit or use.
  • at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
  • talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
  • in public: In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
  • bad idea: An unwise or imprudent course of action.
  • look back: To think about past events
  • a couple hundred: Approximately two hundred.
  • million dollar: Extremely valuable or impressive; very expensive.
  • a tremendous amount: A very large quantity or number of something.
  • go find: To search for and locate someone or something.
  • burning bridges: To damage relationships so they cannot be repaired.
  • on the rocks: Served with ice cubes.
  • cash in: To sell asset to get money back
  • share in: To participate in something; to have a part or interest in something.
  • in order to: For the purpose of; with the aim of.
  • round about: Approximately; about.
  • all along: From the beginning; all the time.
  • look around: To explore a place; search for something.
  • pull apart: To separate something into pieces, often forcefully.
  • in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
  • on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
  • larger than life: Very exciting, impressive, or with personality beyond normal limits.
  • instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
  • at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
  • same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
  • back up: To save a copy of your computer data
  • bad word: An offensive or taboo word; a swear word.
  • in ways: In a manner or by methods that.
  • in part: To some extent; partially.
  • gross national product: The total value of goods produced and services provided by a country during one year, equal to the gross domestic product plus the net income from foreign investments.
  • in the way: Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
  • hand out: To distribute papers (often in class)
  • live on: To continue to exist or be remembered.
  • get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
  • out of reach: Cannot be touched as it is far away
  • together with: In addition to; along with.
  • give in: To submit work; hand in
  • of choice: Indicating something is preferred or selected deliberately.
  • hold on: To wait for someone (e.g. on a phone call)
  • come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
  • by doing that: Using that action or method.
  • on the other side of: Located across something from a given point.
  • move mountains: To achieve something that seems impossible or very difficult.
  • connected with: Related to; associated with.
  • near and dear: Very important and loved; cherished.
  • in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
  • by god: An expression of surprise, shock, or emphasis.
  • for example: As an illustration or instance.
  • build in: To include something as part of a plan, system, or design.
  • on the shelf: Located on a shelf.
  • darn good: Extremely good; excellent.
  • go for it: An expression of encouragement or approval.
  • get your feet wet: To try something new or gain initial experience.
  • on hold: Temporarily delayed or suspended.
  • push through: To continue with a plan or activity despite difficulties or opposition.
  • cut across: To rudely go in front of someone
  • cash flow
  • go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
  • weather that storm: To come safely through (a storm or crisis).
  • answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
  • other than: Except for; apart from.
  • answer for: Be responsible for and explain one's actions.
  • going on: To continue doing something
  • take on: To acquire a new characteristic
  • turn on
  • check into: To register at a hotel or similar establishment.
  • in the red: Operating at a loss; in debt.
  • family members: People related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
  • at a time: Separately; one by one
  • down the road: At a future time; in the future.
  • throw good money after bad: To continue spending money on a failing situation.
  • based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
  • follow up on: To investigate or check on something.
  • look after: To take care of someone or something
  • pretty: Being attractive to the eye in a simple way
  • people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
  • work: The product of some artistic or literary endeavor
  • kind: In a caring and helpful manner
  • good: Proper, appropriate or right
  • social: Involving activity with people, e.g. in free time
  • business: A company formed for making profit
  • company: Good feeling from being with someone else
  • give: Degree of flexibility in something, a material
  • poverty: State of being poor
  • end: The point where a process or activity stops
  • lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
  • water: Clear liquid that forms the seas, rivers and rain
  • product: Item that can be bought
  • partner: One you have a business/personal relationship with
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    • a couple hundred

      US

      UK

      • Determiner
      • Approximately two hundred.
      • Phrase
      • A small number of hundreds; more than one hundred but not many.
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    • a tremendous amount

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      • Determiner
      • A very large quantity or number of something.
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    • all along

      US /ɔl əˈlɔŋ/

      UK /ɔ:l əˈlɔŋ/

      • Adverb
      • From the beginning; all the time.
      • Phrase
      • In a line parallel to something long.
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    • answer for

      US /ˈænsɚ fər/

      UK /ˈɑ:nsə fə/

      • other
      • Be responsible for and explain one's actions.
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    • answer to

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
      • To correspond to or match a description or requirement.
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    • around the corner

      US /əˈraʊnd ði ˈkɔrnɚ/

      UK /əˈraund ðə ˈkɔ:nə/

      • Phrase
      • Very near; close by.
      • About to happen; approaching soon.
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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 night

      US /æt naɪt/

      UK /æt nait/

      • Phrase
      • During the night; in the nighttime.
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    • at that time

      US /æt ðæt taɪm/

      UK /æt ðæt taim/

      • Phrase
      • During a specific point in the past.
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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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    • at the same time

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      • Phrase
      • Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
      • Nevertheless; however; used to introduce a contrasting or qualifying statement.
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    • back up

      US /bæk ʌp/

      UK /bæk ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To save a copy of your computer data
      • To confirm the truth of what someone says
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    • bad idea

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • An unwise or imprudent course of action.
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    • bad word

      US

      UK

      • Countable Noun
      • An offensive or taboo word; a swear word.
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    • based on

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
      • Preposition
      • Using something as the main idea or foundation.
      • Relying on something as evidence or justification.
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    • build in

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To include something as part of a plan, system, or design.
      • To create something as a permanent or inherent feature.
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    • burning bridges

      US /ˈbɝnɪŋ ˈbrɪdʒɪz/

      UK /ˈbɜ:nɪŋ ˈbrɪdʒɪz/

      • other
      • To damage relationships so they cannot be repaired.
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    • by doing that

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Using that action or method.
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    • by god

      US

      UK

      • Interjection
      • An expression of surprise, shock, or emphasis.
      • An expression of strong promise or determination.
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    • cash flow

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      • Phrase
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    • cash in

      US /kæʃ ɪn/

      UK /kæʃ in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To sell asset to get money back
      • To sell something to get cash
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    • check into

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To register at a hotel or similar establishment.
      • To enter a hospital or clinic for treatment.
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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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    • 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 across

      US /kʌt əˈkrɔs/

      UK /kʌt əˈkrɔs/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To rudely go in front of someone
      • To cut from one side of something to another
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    • darn good

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      UK

      • Adjective
      • Extremely good; excellent.
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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 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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    • drill down

      US /drɪl daʊn/

      UK /dril daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To examine something in detail; to analyze deeply.
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    • drop the ball

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      UK

      • Idiom
      • To make a mistake or error, especially one that causes problems for others.
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    • end in

      US /ɛnd ɪn/

      UK /end in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have something as the final result.
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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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    • follow up on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To investigate or check on something.
      • To pursue something further after an initial action.
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    • for example

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      UK

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

      US /fɚ maɪˈsɛlf/

      UK /fə maɪˈself/

      • other
      • Done for one's own benefit or use.
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    • forget about

      US /fɚˈɡɛt əˈbaʊt/

      UK /fəˈɡet əˈbaut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To stop thinking about something; to ignore something.
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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 your feet wet

      US /ɡɛt jʊr fit wɛt/

      UK /ɡet jɔ: fi:t wet/

      • other
      • To try something new or gain initial experience.
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    • give back

      US /ɡɪv bæk/

      UK /ɡiv bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To return something you borrowed
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    • give in

      US /ɡɪv ɪn/

      UK /ɡiv in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To submit work; hand in
      • To stop resisting; to surrender
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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 find

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      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To search for and locate someone or something.
      • An instruction to locate something.
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    • go for it

      US /ɡo fɔr ɪt/

      UK /ɡəu fɔ: it/

      • Interjection
      • An expression of encouragement or approval.
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To try to achieve something; to make an attempt.
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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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    • 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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    • gross national product

      US /ɡros ˈnæʃənəl ˈprɑdəkt/

      UK /ɡrəus ˈnæʃənəl ˈprɔdʌkt/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • The total value of goods produced and services provided by a country during one year, equal to the gross domestic product plus the net income from foreign investments.
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    • hand out

      US /hænd aʊt/

      UK /hænd aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To distribute papers (often in class)
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    • hand up

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To raise one's hand in order to get attention, especially in a classroom.
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    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
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    • hold 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.
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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 mind

      US /ɪn maɪnd/

      UK /in maind/

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

      US /ɪn ˈɔrdɚ tu/

      UK /in ˈɔ:də tu:/

      • Preposition
      • For the purpose of; with the aim of.
      • Phrase
      • In a specific sequence or arrangement.
      • With the aim of; for the purpose of.
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    • in part

      US /ɪn pɑrt/

      UK /in pɑ:t/

      • Adverb
      • To some extent; partially.
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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 reality

      US /ɪn riˈælɪti/

      UK /in riˈæliti/

      • Phrase
      • Actually; in fact; truly.
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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 game

      US /ɪn ðə ˈɡeɪm/

      UK /in ðə ˈɡeɪm/

      • other
      • Still involved or active in a competition or situation.
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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 red

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      UK

      • Adjective
      • Operating at a loss; in debt.
      • Phrase
      • Having overdrawn money from a bank account.
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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 three days

      US /ɪn θri deɪz/

      UK /ɪn θri: deɪz/

      • other
      • Within a period of three days from now or a reference point.
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    • in ways

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • In a manner or by methods that.
      • In certain respects or aspects.
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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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    • intellectual property

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      UK

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Creations of the mind, such as inventions; literary and artistic works; designs; and symbols, names and images used in commerce.
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    • just 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.
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    • larger than life

      US /ˈlɑrdʒɚ ðən laɪf/

      UK /ˈlɑ:dʒə ðən laɪf/

      • other
      • Very exciting, impressive, or with personality beyond normal limits.
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    • live on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continue to exist or be remembered.
      • To eat a particular type of food as the main thing.
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    • look after

      US /lʊk ˈæftɚ/

      UK /luk ˈɑ:ftə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take care of someone or something
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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 back

      US /lʊk bæk/

      UK /luk bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To think about past events
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    • meet with

      US /mit wɪð/

      UK /mi:t wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have a meeting with someone in order to discuss something.
      • To encounter or experience something, often something negative.
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    • million dollar

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      • Adjective
      • Extremely valuable or impressive; very expensive.
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    • move around

      US /muv əˈraʊnd/

      UK /mu:v əˈraund/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To change position or location; to go from place to place.
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To spread or circulate (e.g., information, rumors).
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    • move mountains

      US /muv ˈmaʊntənz/

      UK /mu:v ˈmauntɪnz/

      • other
      • To achieve something that seems impossible or very difficult.
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    • near and dear

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      UK

      • Adjective
      • Very important and loved; cherished.
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    • of a sudden

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      UK

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

      US /əv tʃɔɪs/

      UK /əv tʃɔɪs/

      • other
      • Indicating something is preferred or selected deliberately.
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    • on hold

      US /ɑn hold/

      UK /ɔn həuld/

      • Adjective
      • Temporarily delayed or suspended.
      • Adverb
      • Waiting to be connected on a telephone call.
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    • on 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.
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    • on the horizon

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      UK

      • Idiom
      • About to happen; approaching.
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    • on the other hand

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      • Phrase
      • Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
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    • on the other side of

      US /ɑn ði ˈʌðɚ ˈsaɪd ʌv/

      UK /ɒn ði ˈʌðə ˈsaɪd ɒv/

      • Preposition
      • Located across something from a given point.
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    • on the phone

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Talking on the telephone.
      • Adjective
      • Using a phone, especially a mobile phone.
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    • on the rocks

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Served with ice cubes.
      • Idiom
      • Experiencing difficulties and likely to fail.
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    • on the shelf

      US /ɑn ði ʃɛlf/

      UK /ɔn ðə ʃelf/

      • Phrase
      • Located on a shelf.
      • Not being actively considered or used; shelved.
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    • other than

      US

      UK

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

      US /aʊt ʌv ritʃ/

      UK /aut ɔv ri:tʃ/

      • Phrase
      • Cannot be touched as it is far away
      • Adjective
      • Too high or far away to be touched or grasped; unattainable.
      • Beyond someone's capacity to obtain or achieve; unaffordable.
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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

      US

      UK

      • Preposition
      • Used to hand over to someone else to speak
      • The responsibility is now yours
      More
    • partner

      US /ˈpɑrtnɚ/

      UK /'pɑ:tnə(r)/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • One you have a business/personal relationship with
      • Someone you have personal relationship with
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To join with others for work or other activity
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    • poverty

      US /ˈpɑvəti/

      UK /ˈpɔvəti/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • State of being poor
      • Lack of something necessary
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    • pull apart

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To separate something into pieces, often forcefully.
      • To severely criticize something.
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    • push through

      US /pʊʃ θru/

      UK /puʃ θru:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continue with a plan or activity despite difficulties or opposition.
      • To make progress by pushing people or things aside.
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    • rather than

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • More exactly; more correctly
      • Preferably; instead
      • Preposition
      • Instead of
      A1
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    • round about

      US /raʊnd əˈbaʊt/

      UK /raund əˈbaut/

      • Adverb
      • Approximately; about.
      • Preposition
      • All around; surrounding.
      A2
      More
    • run through

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To pierce with a sharp pointed object
      • To practice or rehearse quickly, e.g. for a play
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    • same time

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
      • At the identical time as before; recurring at a fixed hour.
      • Noun
      • An equal duration or period.
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    • screw up

      US /skru ʌp/

      UK /skru: ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • Spoken to make a big mistake
      • To make a mistake; make a mess of
      • Adjective
      • Emotionally or mentally damaged; disturbed.
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    • shake out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To empty something by shaking it.
      • To develop or resolve in a particular way.
      A1
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    • share in

      US /ʃɛr ɪn/

      UK /ʃɛə in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To participate in something; to have a part or interest in something.
      • To receive a portion of something, such as profits or losses.
      A1
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    • stay away

      US /ste əˈwe/

      UK /stei əˈwei/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To keep a distance from something or someone; to avoid approaching.
      • To remain absent from a place or event.
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    • step out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To go outside for a short time
      • To begin a romantic relationship with someone.
      A1
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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
      A1
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    • talking about

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To discuss a particular topic.
      • To be constantly mentioning or bringing up a subject.
      A1
      More
    • think about

      US /θɪŋk əˈbaʊt/

      UK /θiŋk əˈbaut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To consider something carefully.
      • To remember or call to mind.
      A1
      More
    • throw good money after bad

      US /θroʊ gʊd ˈmʌni ˈæftɚ bæd/

      UK /θrəu gʊd ˈmʌni ˈɑ:ftə bæd/

      • other
      • To continue spending money on a failing situation.
      C1
      More
    • to do with

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be about something; concern
      A1
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    • together with

      US /təˈɡɛðɚ wɪð/

      UK /təˈɡeðə wið/

      • Preposition
      • In addition to; along with.
      • Including; as well as.
      A1
      More
    • turn on

      US /tɚn ɑn/

      UK /tə:n ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To cause someone to be interested or excited
      • Transitive Verb
      • To activate or switch on a device or appliance.
      • To suddenly attack or criticize someone.
      A1
      More
    • weather that storm

      US

      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To come safely through (a storm or crisis).
      A1
      More
    • with it

      US /wɪð ɪt/

      UK /wið it/

      • Adjective
      • Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
      • Understanding and knowledgeable about current trends or information.
      A1
      More
    • work in

      US /wɚk ɪn/

      UK /wə:k in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make an opening for something in your schedule
      • To fit person/thing into a schedule or sequence
      A1
      More
    • work out

      US /wɚk aʊt/

      UK /wə:k aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To find a way to do something, by thinking
      A1
      More
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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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