Vocabulary

  • phone book: A book containing an alphabetical list of telephone subscribers in a particular area, with their telephone numbers.
  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • have to: Must do
  • in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
  • for instance: As an example.
  • in half: Divided into two equal parts.
  • at least: As a minimum
  • allow me: A polite way of offering to do something for someone.
  • go back to: To return to a starting point
  • in particular: Specifically; especially.
  • thanks to: Because of; as a result of.
  • the following: Next in order or sequence.
  • on and off: Intermittently; not continuously.
  • based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
  • one and the same: Exactly the same person or thing.
  • some time ago: At a point in the past; not recently.
  • underneath the hood: Refers to something hidden beneath the visible surface.
  • of interest: Relevant or important to someone or something.
  • with just: Using only; with no more than.
  • put together: To build or assemble something small, e.g. a toy
  • queue up: To form a line of people waiting for something.
  • come on over: An invitation to visit someone's home or location.
  • go ahead: To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
  • come up with: To think of an idea or solution; produce
  • instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
  • on top of that: In addition to something already mentioned; furthermore.
  • quick look: A brief or cursory inspection or examination.
  • for example: As an illustration or instance.
  • in terms of
  • figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
  • in order to: For the purpose of; with the aim of.
  • as well as: Also; in addition to
  • at home: In one's own residence or country.
  • out of it: Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
  • in the dark: Uninformed about something; unaware.
  • lose control: To no longer be able to direct or restrain something.
  • around the world: In or to many countries.
  • got to: To arrive at some place
  • bring back: To cause to remember
  • go beyond: To do more than planned or expected; exceed
  • by all means: Certainly; of course
  • to the left: In or toward the left direction.
  • set up
  • after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
  • at our disposal: Available for us to use whenever or however we wish.
  • think back: To recapture the past
  • on the same page: To have a shared understanding or agreement about something.
  • in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
  • quite simply: In a clear and straightforward manner; without complication.
  • move away: To relocate; to go and live in a different place.
  • on camera: While being filmed or recorded.
  • interact with
  • at the moment: At this time; now
  • play around: To cheat on your partner romantically
  • tap up: To contact someone, usually for assistance or information.
  • up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
  • in the meantime: During the time between two events; meanwhile.
  • move up: To advance to a higher rank or position.
  • inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
  • go on: To continue doing something
  • turn on
  • know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
  • yellow pages: A telephone directory with listings of businesses, often printed on yellow paper.
  • white pages: A telephone directory listing subscribers alphabetically by name and address.
  • at a time: Separately; one by one
  • search for: To try to find someone or something.
  • for someone: On behalf of or intended for a particular person.
  • at once: Immediately; without delay
  • double back: To return by the same route you came.
  • speed up: To move more quickly
  • to do with: To be about something; concern
  • step in it: To do or say something embarrassing or wrong.
  • much about: A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
  • in shape: In good physical condition; fit.
  • flip through: To look quickly through a book or magazine.
  • take out: To apply for and get a license
  • think about: To consider something carefully.
  • for now: Temporarily; for the present time.
  • give up: To lose hope or admit defeat
  • computer program
  • out there: In or to a place that is far away
  • in a row: One after another without a break.
  • write out: To write something in full instead of using abbreviations or symbols.
  • on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
  • look back: To think about past events
  • back then: At that time in the past.
  • interest of: For the benefit or advantage of someone or something.
  • zoom in on: To adjust a camera or lens to make a subject appear closer.
  • in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
  • lend a hand: To give assistance; to help someone.
  • help out: To assist someone
  • just kind of: Used to express a feeling or state in a vague or hesitant way.
  • staff up: To hire additional employees for a business or project.
  • make of: To understand or have an opinion about something
  • third year: The third year of a course of study, especially at a university or college.
  • before long: Soon; in a short time.
  • without further ado: Without unnecessary delay or introduction; immediately.
  • tempt fate: To do something risky that might cause bad results.
  • as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
  • do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
  • at hand: Close by; readily available.
  • without knowing: Unaware; without being conscious of something.
  • black and white
  • speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
  • on the internet: Located or available on the internet.
  • final project: A culminating academic assignment, often involving research or creative work.
  • delight in: To take great pleasure in something.
  • come up to: To meet expectations
  • hanging out: To spend time with your friends
  • in love with: Feeling romantic love for someone.
  • with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
  • hang out: To spend time with your friends
  • ask for help: To request assistance or support.
  • go for it: An expression of encouragement or approval.
  • get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
  • break it down: To simplify something complex into smaller, more manageable parts.
  • familiar: Well-known or easily recognized
  • represent: To depict art objects, figures, scenes; to portray
  • science: Study of the physical world, based on facts
  • problem: Something difficult to deal with or causes trouble
  • year: Unit of time equal to 12 months or 365 or 366 days
  • algorithm: A step-by-step problem-solving feature
  • class: To place things into groups by common qualities
  • staff: Employees of a company
  • book: (Police) to officially record someone's crimes
  • speaker: Electronic device for making or broadcasting sound
  • phone: To talk to someone using a telephone
  • computer: Machine for storing data, accessing the internet
  • page: Person's name
  • cambridge: A city in eastern England, home to the University of Cambridge.
  • decimal: Number using one equal tenth of a whole as a basis
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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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    • algorithm

      US /ˈælɡəˌrɪðəm/

      UK /'ælɡərɪðəm/

      • Noun
      • A step-by-step problem-solving feature
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    • allow me

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • A polite way of offering to do something for someone.
      • A formal way to ask for permission or to introduce oneself.
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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.
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    • as one

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • Acting or moving together at the same time.
      • In complete agreement or unity.
      • Phrase
      • With a single voice or opinion; unanimously.
      • In perfect harmony or unison.
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    • as well as

      US /æz wɛl æz/

      UK /æz wel æz/

      • Adverb
      • Also; in addition to
      • Preposition
      • In addition to; and also.
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    • ask for help

      US

      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To request assistance or support.
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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 hand

      US /æt hænd/

      UK /æt hænd/

      • Phrase
      • Close by; readily available.
      • About to happen; imminent.
      • Adjective
      • Nearby; easily available
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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 once

      US /æt wʌns/

      UK /æt wʌns/

      • Adverb
      • Immediately; without delay
      • At the same time; simultaneously
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    • at our disposal

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Available for us to use whenever or however we wish.
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    • at the moment

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • At this time; now
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    • back then

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • At that time in the past.
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    • based on

      US

      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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    • before long

      US /bɪˈfɔr lɔŋ/

      UK /biˈfɔ: lɔŋ/

      • Phrase
      • Soon; in a short time.
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    • black and white

      US /blæk ənd hwaɪt/

      UK /blæk ænd hwait/

      • Phrase
      • Adjective
      • Showing images only in black, grey, and white, not in colour.
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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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    • bring back

      US /brɪŋ bæk/

      UK /briŋ bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To cause to remember
      • To return something
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    • by all means

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • Certainly; of course
      • Phrase
      • In every possible way; using every method possible
      • Certainly; of course
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    • come on over

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • An invitation to visit someone's home or location.
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    • come up to

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To meet expectations
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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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    • computer program

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      UK

      • Phrase
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    • decimal

      US /ˈdɛsəməl/

      UK /'desɪml/

      • Noun
      • Number using one equal tenth of a whole as a basis
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    • delight in

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take great pleasure in something.
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    • do in

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make completely tired out and exhausted
      • To destroy or cause damage to someone
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    • double back

      US /ˈdʌbəl bæk/

      UK /ˈdʌbl bæk/

      • other
      • To return by the same route you came.
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    • familiar

      US /fəˈmɪljɚ/

      UK /fəˈmɪliə(r)/

      • Adjective
      • Well-known or easily recognized
      • Having a good knowledge of something.
      • Noun
      • A close friend or associate.
      • (In folklore) a spirit, often in animal form, believed to attend and serve a witch.
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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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    • final project

      US

      UK

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A culminating academic assignment, often involving research or creative work.
      • The last or concluding undertaking in a series of tasks or developments.
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    • flip through

      US /flɪp θru/

      UK /flip θru:/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To look quickly through a book or magazine.
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To look quickly through a book, magazine, etc., without reading everything.
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    • for example

      US

      UK

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

      US /fɔr ˈɪnstəns/

      UK /fɔ: ˈinstəns/

      • Adverb
      • As an example.
      • Phrase
      • As an example.
      • As an illustration or case in point
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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 someone

      US /fɚ ˈsʌmwʌn/

      UK /fə ˈsʌmwʌn/

      • other
      • On behalf of or intended for a particular person.
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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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    • 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 ahead

      US /ɡo əˈhɛd/

      UK /ɡəu əˈhed/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
      • To give permission to do something
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To start or proceed with something
      • To proceed despite potential obstacles or doubts.
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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 beyond

      US /ɡo biˈɑnd/

      UK /ɡəu biˈjɔnd/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To do more than planned or expected; exceed
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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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    • 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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    • hang out

      US /hæŋ aʊt/

      UK /hæŋ aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To spend time with your friends
      • To spend times with friends or relax doing nothing
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    • hanging out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To spend time with your friends
      • To spend times with friends or relax doing nothing
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    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
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    • help out

      US /hɛlp aʊt/

      UK /help aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To assist someone
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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 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 half

      US /ɪn hæf/

      UK /in hɑ:f/

      • Adverb
      • Divided into two equal parts.
      • Partially; to some extent.
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    • in love with

      US //ɪn lʌv wɪð//

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Feeling romantic love for someone.
      • Extremely enthusiastic about or fond of something.
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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 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 particular

      US /ɪn pɚˈtɪkjəlɚ/

      UK /in pəˈtikjulə/

      • Phrase
      • Specifically; especially.
      • Detailed or precise.
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    • in shape

      US /ɪn ʃep/

      UK /in ʃeip/

      • Adjective
      • In good physical condition; fit.
      • Phrase
      • In good physical condition.
      • In good condition or order.
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    • in terms of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • With regard to; concerning a particular aspect.
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    • in the dark

      US /ɪn ði dɑrk/

      UK /in ðə dɑ:k/

      • Adjective
      • Uninformed about something; unaware.
      • Phrase
      • In a state of secrecy or ignorance.
      • In a place with little or no light.
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    • in the meantime

      US /ɪn ði ˈminˌtaɪm/

      UK /in ðə ˈmi:ntaim/

      • Phrase
      • During the time between two events; meanwhile.
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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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    • 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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    • interact with

      US /ˌɪntɚˈækt wɪð/

      UK /ˌɪntərˈækt wið/

      • Phrase
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To engage in communication or action involving mutual or reciprocal influence.
      • To use a computer interface to achieve a specific goal.
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    • interest of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • For the benefit or advantage of someone or something.
      • A feeling of wanting to know or learn about something or someone.
      • Noun
      • A legal share or right in something.
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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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    • know about

      US /noʊ əˈbaʊt/

      UK /nəʊ əˈbaut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
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    • lend a hand

      US /lɛnd e hænd/

      UK /lend ə hænd/

      • Idiom
      • To give assistance; to help someone.
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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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    • lose control

      US

      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To no longer be able to direct or restrain something.
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    • make of

      US /mek ʌv/

      UK /meik ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To understand or have an opinion about something
      • To create or produce something from a particular material
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    • move away

      US /muv əˈwe/

      UK /mu:v əˈwei/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To relocate; to go and live in a different place.
      • To physically create distance; to step back or aside.
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    • move up

      US /muv ʌp/

      UK /mu:v ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To advance to a higher rank or position.
      • To advance in a line or queue.
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    • much about

      US /mʌtʃ əˈbaʊt/

      UK /mʌtʃ əˈbaut/

      • Phrase
      • A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
      • To a great extent or degree regarding something; caring.
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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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    • of interest

      US /əv ˈɪntrɪst/

      UK /əv ˈɪntrəst/

      • other
      • Relevant or important to someone or something.
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    • on and off

      US /ɑn ənd ɔf/

      UK /ɔn ænd ɔf/

      • Adverb
      • Intermittently; not continuously.
      • Adjective
      • Characterized by periods of involvement and separation.
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    • on camera

      US /ɑn ˈkæmərə/

      UK /ɔn ˈkæmərə/

      • Adverb
      • While being filmed or recorded.
      • Adjective
      • Having qualities that make one appear good or effective when filmed.
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    • on earth

      US /ɑn ɚθ/

      UK /ɔn ə:θ/

      • Phrase
      • Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
      • Used to emphasize that something is not possible or will not happen.
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    • on the internet

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Located or available on the internet.
      • Using the internet as a medium or platform.
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    • on the same page

      US /ɑn ðə ˈseɪm ˈpeɪdʒ/

      UK /ɒn ðə ˈseɪm ˈpeɪdʒ/

      • other
      • To have a shared understanding or agreement about something.
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    • on top of that

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • In addition to something already mentioned; furthermore.
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    • one and the same

      US /wʌn ən ðə seɪm/

      UK /wʌn ən ðə seɪm/

      • other
      • Exactly the same person or thing.
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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 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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    • phone

      US /foʊn/

      UK /fəʊn/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To talk to someone using a telephone
      • Noun
      • Machine used to talk to someone who is far away
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    • phone book

      US

      UK

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A book containing an alphabetical list of telephone subscribers in a particular area, with their telephone numbers.
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    • play around

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To cheat on your partner romantically
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    • put together

      US /pʊt təˈɡɛðɚ/

      UK /put təˈɡeðə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To build or assemble something small, e.g. a toy
      • To organize or arrange something.
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    • queue up

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To form a line of people waiting for something.
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    • quick look

      US /kwɪk lʊk/

      UK /kwik luk/

      • Noun
      • A brief or cursory inspection or examination.
      • A swift or brief glance.
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    • quite simply

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In a clear and straightforward manner; without complication.
      • Used to emphasize the truth or importance of a statement.
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    • represent

      US /ˌrɛprɪˈzɛnt/

      UK /ˌreprɪ'zent/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To depict art objects, figures, scenes; to portray
      • To show or describe something in a particular way
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    • science

      US /ˈsaɪəns/

      UK /'saɪəns/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Study of the physical world, based on facts
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    • search for

      US /sɚtʃ fɔr/

      UK /sə:tʃ fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To try to find someone or something.
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    • set up

      US /sɛt ʌp/

      UK /set ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make arrangements for something; establish
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To arrange or prepare something for use.
      • To start a business, organization, etc.
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    • some time ago

      US /sʌm taɪm əˈɡo/

      UK /sʌm taim əˈɡəu/

      • Phrase
      • At a point in the past; not recently.
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    • speak to

      US /spik tu/

      UK /spi:k tu:/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To address or communicate with someone.
      • To indicate or suggest something; to be relevant to.
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    • speed up

      US /spid ʌp/

      UK /spi:d ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To move more quickly
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    • staff up

      US /stæf ʌp/

      UK /stæf ʌp/

      • other
      • To hire additional employees for a business or project.
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    • step in it

      US /stɛp ɪn ɪt/

      UK /step ɪn ɪt/

      • other
      • To do or say something embarrassing or wrong.
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    • take out

      US /tek aʊt/

      UK /teik aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To apply for and get a license
      • To take someone on a date
      • Uncountable Noun
      • Food purchased at a restaurant to eat elsewhere.
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    • tap up

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To contact someone, usually for assistance or information.
      • To encourage or motivate someone.
      More
    • tempt fate

      US /tempt feɪt/

      UK /tempt feɪt/

      • other
      • To do something risky that might cause bad results.
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    • thanks to

      US /θæŋks tu/

      UK /θæŋks tu:/

      • Preposition
      • Because of; as a result of.
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    • the following

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Next in order or sequence.
      • Uncountable Noun
      • What is about to be said or written.
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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 back

      US /θɪŋk bæk/

      UK /θiŋk bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To recapture the past
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    • third year

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • The third year of a course of study, especially at a university or college.
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    • to do with

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be about something; concern
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    • to the left

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In or toward the left direction.
      • Situated on the left side of.
      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.
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    • underneath the hood

      US /ˌʌndɚˈniθ ðə hʊd/

      UK /ˌʌndəˈni:θ ðə hʊd/

      • other
      • Refers to something hidden beneath the visible surface.
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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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    • white pages

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • A telephone directory listing subscribers alphabetically by name and address.
      A1
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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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    • with just

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Using only; with no more than.
      • Barely; by a narrow margin.
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    • without further ado

      US /wɪðˈaʊt ˈfɚðɚ əˈdu/

      UK /wiˈðaut ˈfə:ðə əˈdu:/

      • Phrase
      • Without unnecessary delay or introduction; immediately.
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    • without knowing

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Unaware; without being conscious of something.
      • Unintentionally; without meaning to do something.
      More
    • write out

      US /raɪt aʊt/

      UK /rait aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To write something in full instead of using abbreviations or symbols.
      • To copy something by writing it.
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    • yellow pages

      US

      UK

      • Noun (plural)
      • A telephone directory with listings of businesses, often printed on yellow paper.
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    • zoom in on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To adjust a camera or lens to make a subject appear closer.
      • To focus attention on something specific.
      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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