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around the world
US /əˈraʊnd ði wɜrld/
UK /əˈraund ðə wɜː(r)ld/
- Phrase
- In or to many countries.
- In various places throughout the world.
A2Moreat heart
US /æt hɑrt/
UK /æt hɑ:t/
- Phrase
- In one's real or essential nature; fundamentally.
A1Moreaway from home
US
UK
- Phrase
- Not at one's residence; at a distance from one's home.
- Experiencing a sense of detachment or longing due to being distant from one's home and family.
- Adjective
- Relating to or describing activities, experiences, or situations encountered while traveling or living outside of one's home.
A2Morebeach
US /bitʃ/
UK /bi:tʃ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Large area of sand, next to an area of water
- Intransitive Verb
- (Of an animal or boat) to get stuck on a shore
A2Morebetter understanding
US
UK
- Uncountable Noun
- An improved level of comprehension or knowledge.
B2Morebog
US /bɔ:g/
UK /bɒg/
- Intransitive Verb
- To get stuck, slowed down or become delayed
- Noun
- Area of wet spongy ground
B2Morebridge
US /brɪdʒ/
UK /brɪdʒ/
- Noun
- Structure built over river, road so you can cross
- Transitive Verb
- To make a link between; bring together
A2Morecast of characters
US
UK
- Noun
- The actors and roles in a play, film, or other performance.
- A list of the characters in a book or other written work.
A1MoreChristian
US
UK
- Noun
- Person believing in the teachings of Jesus Christ
- Adjective
- Based on the teachings of Jesus
B1Moreclaim to fame
US /ˈkleɪm tə ˈfeɪm/
UK /ˈkleɪm tə ˈfeɪm/
- other
- A characteristic or achievement someone is famous or known for.
B2Moreconsists of
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- Is made up or composed of.
A1Moredrag up
US /dræɡ ʌp/
UK /dræɡ ʌp/
- other
- To bring up unpleasant or unwanted topics for discussion.
B2Moreflip over
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To turn something over quickly, with a sudden movement.
- To turn upside down or onto its side, especially a vehicle.
for sale
US /fɔr sel/
UK /fɔ: seil/
- Phrase
- (object) that people can buy
A2Morefrom home
US
UK
- Phrase
- Working or operating from one's residence.
- Originating or coming from one's own house or country.
A1Morehand on
US /hænd ɑn/
UK /hænd ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To pass or transfer something physically to someone else.
- To pass or transfer knowledge, skills, or traditions to someone else.
A1Morehappy ending
US
UK
- Noun
- A conclusion to a story, play, movie, etc., in which everything turns out well for the protagonists.
- A positive and satisfying resolution to a situation or period of difficulty.
A1Morehave to
US /hæv tu/
UK /ˈhæv tə/
- Auxiliary Verb
- Must do
A1Morehit with
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To strike someone or something using an object.
- To suddenly realize or understand something.
A1Morehome in
US /ˈhoʊm ɪn/
UK /ˈhəum ɪn/
- other
- Move or direct toward a specific target or goal.
B2Morein a series
US
UK
- Phrase
- Arranged or happening one after another.
- Occurring sequentially or in a specific order.
B1Morein general
US /ɪn ˈdʒɛnərəl/
UK /in ˈdʒenərəl/
- Phrase
- Typically; usually; on the whole.
- Not specific or detailed; broadly.
- Adjective
- Not detailed or specific; overall.
C2Morein on
US
UK
- Phrase
- To be involved in a secret or plan.
- To be aware of something that is secret or not generally known.
A1Morein the middle of
US
UK
- Phrase
- In the central part or point of something.
- Engaged or occupied with something.
A2Morelean on
US /lin ɑn/
UK /li:n ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To depend on someone for support or help.
- To put pressure on someone, often through intimidation.
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
A1Moremuseum
US /mjuˈziəm/
UK /mjuˈzi:əm/
- Countable Noun
- Building to display art/science/history objects
A2Moreon display
US /ɑn dɪˈsple/
UK /ɔn disˈplei/
- Adjective
- In a place where something can be seen by the public.
- Adverb
- Available for viewing.
A1Moreon the beach
US
UK
- Phrase
- Located on the sandy or pebbly area bordering a body of water.
A1Moreon the way
US /ɑn ði we/
UK /ɔn ðə wei/
- Phrase
- During the journey to a particular place.
A1Moreon to
US /ɑn tu/
UK /ɔn tu:/
- Preposition
- Toward something; forward
- Aware of someone's activities.
- Adjective
- Aware of someone's deception or illegal activities.
A1Moreoutside of
US /aʊtˈsaɪd ʌv/
UK /ˌautˈsaid ɔv/
- Preposition
- Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
- Beyond the scope, range, or limits of something.
A1Moreplay in
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To participate or compete in a game or competition.
- To have a role in a theatrical production.
A1Moreright for
US
UK
- Adjective
- Suitable or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation.
- Correct or most appropriate.
A1Moreroyal
US /ˈrɔɪəl/
UK /'rɔɪəl/
- Adjective
- Excellent or grand; suitable for a king or queen
- Concerning a king or queen
- Noun
- A member of a royal family.
A2Morerun 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.
A1Moresee in
US /si ɪn/
UK /si: in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
A1Moreshow off
US /ʃo ɔf/
UK /ʃəu ɔf/
- Phrasal Verb
- To show your ability/possessions to try to impress
A1Morestop in
US /stɑp ɪn/
UK /stɔp in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To visit a place briefly, usually on the way to somewhere else.
A1Moresweet tooth
US /swit tuθ/
UK /swi:t tu:θ/
- Noun
- A great liking for sweet foods.
A1Moreup there
US /ʌp ðɛr/
UK /ʌp ðɛə/
- Adverb
- In or to a higher place or position; far away.
- In heaven.
A1Moreused 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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