Vocabulary

  • at least: As a minimum
  • at last: Finally; after a long delay.
  • speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
  • in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
  • used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
  • in order to: For the purpose of; with the aim of.
  • to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
  • as well as: Also; in addition to
  • set off: To start a journey
  • for myself: Done for one's own benefit or use.
  • cut off: To end a process, e.g. a phone call
  • of old: From a long time ago; in the past.
  • at once: Immediately; without delay
  • have to: Must do
  • at school: Present and attending school.
  • sit down: To take a seat
  • instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
  • by heart: Learned or memorized perfectly.
  • from time to time: Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
  • such as: For example; like
  • care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
  • charged with: To be officially accused of something
  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • in the dark: Uninformed about something; unaware.
  • by the by: Incidentally; in passing; as a side note.
  • at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
  • at that time: During a specific point in the past.
  • on the table: Located on the surface of a table.
  • in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
  • together with: In addition to; along with.
  • per annum: By the year; each year
  • on the contrary: In contrast; from the opposite standpoint
  • on to: Toward something; forward
  • compared with: In relation to
  • in the open: Publicly; not secret.
  • set out: To arrange something in an orderly fashion
  • out cold: Unconscious; knocked out.
  • part with: To give something away; relinquish possession of something.
  • from home: Working or operating from one's residence.
  • after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
  • not necessary: Not required; not needed.
  • looking out: To take care and watch something carefully
  • all along: From the beginning; all the time.
  • turn on
  • give out: To be used up; have nothing left; fail
  • at a time: Separately; one by one
  • on the line: At risk; in a situation where something could be lost.
  • allow me: A polite way of offering to do something for someone.
  • turn round: To turn abruptly and face the other way
  • smooth away: To remove wrinkles or imperfections from something by smoothing it with your hand or an object.
  • rise up: To attempt to defeat government or ruler
  • take in: To allow to enter; receive as a guest
  • outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
  • think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
  • called off: To cancel or stop planning an activity or event
  • at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
  • same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
  • to this end: For the purpose of achieving a particular aim.
  • guard against: To take precautions against something undesirable.
  • in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
  • in passing: Mentioned briefly or casually without focus.
  • to the full: Completely; to the greatest extent possible.
  • on the floor: Located on the ground or bottom surface of a room.
  • on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
  • to do with: To be about something; concern
  • stand behind: To support or defend someone or something.
  • second hand: (Of goods) already used
  • at second hand: Obtained indirectly, through another person rather than firsthand.
  • on purpose: Intentionally; deliberately.
  • for nothing: Without payment or reward; to no purpose or effect; in vain
  • stand for: To support a particular idea, e.g. in politics
  • as such: Something previously stated or understood
  • equal parts: Amounts that are the same in size or quantity.
  • take with: To bring something or someone along when you go somewhere.
  • set to: To energetically begin to do, e.g. making a fire
  • with practice: Through repeated exercise or performance, leading to improvement or skill.
  • varieties of: Different kinds or types of something.
  • speak of: To mention someone or something in conversation.
  • out of doors: Outside, in the open air.
  • in bloom: Having flowers; flowering.
  • provided with: Past tense of providing; supplied or equipped someone with something.
  • being with: Accompanying someone; being in someone's presence.
  • at present: Currently; now
  • in the hospital: Located inside a hospital receiving medical care.
  • at a distance: Far away; not close.
  • in danger: Exposed to the risk of harm, injury, or loss.
  • ran up to: Approached quickly by running.
  • close by: Near in distance; nearby.
  • put back: To return something to the proper place
  • lie down: To put your body in a flat position, as to sleep
  • at rest: Not moving or being used.
  • at fault: Responsible for something negative or undesirable; deserving blame.
  • to God: Used to emphasize truth or sincerity.
  • think about: To consider something carefully.
  • in detail: Thoroughly and completely; giving full particulars.
  • of interest: Relevant or important to someone or something.
  • by degrees: Gradually; little by little.
  • delight in: To take great pleasure in something.
  • step into: To enter a place or situation.
  • in honour of: To show respect and admiration for someone or something.
  • put off: To take off, e.g. clothing
  • go forth: To begin or proceed with something, especially after hesitation or delay.
  • my eye: Used to express disbelief or skepticism.
  • out there: In or to a place that is far away
  • on the wind: Being carried or moving through the air by the wind.
  • go back to: To return to a starting point
  • ferret out: To discover or find something, usually after searching for it
  • turn in: To produce or achieve a good performance
  • on the road: Traveling, especially as part of a tour or journey.
  • sit with: To stay with someone and provide support or comfort.
  • turn to: To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
  • of age: Having reached the legal age of adulthood.
  • on hand: Present and available; in attendance.
  • above all: Most importantly; more than anything else.
  • call for: To demand, need or require (an action or thing)
  • in half: Divided into two equal parts.
  • on foot
  • over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
  • in love with: Feeling romantic love for someone.
  • found out: To learn or discover something, often after some effort.
  • get a look: To have the opportunity to see something.
  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • play on: To exploit or take advantage of something, such as someone's emotions or weaknesses.
  • work on: To devote effort to improve or develop something
  • come near: To be nearly as much as (a value)
  • going on: To continue doing something
  • in the house: Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
  • at the door of: Located very close to the entrance or opening of a place.
  • draw up: To create a formal document
  • inquire after: To ask about someone's health or wellbeing.
  • at length: In detail; fully
  • judging from: Based on the available evidence or information.
  • get on with: To have a good relationship with someone
  • turn out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
  • let down
  • connected with: Related to; associated with.
  • followed up: To check information or facts later
  • of late: Recently; lately.
  • for fear of: Because of anxiety or apprehension that something undesirable might happen.
  • all at once: Suddenly; at the same time
  • on the stroke of: At the exact moment of a specific time.
  • next to: Being located along side another
  • rather than: More exactly; more correctly
  • made with: Containing a particular ingredient or material.
  • by nature: Inherently; by one's character or disposition.
  • on the wing: In flight; flying.
  • with time: As time passes; eventually.
  • out of order: Not in proper working condition; broken.
  • in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
  • in the light of: Considering new information or facts.
  • at a loss
  • lay down on: To neglect duties or avoid work or effort.
  • lay in: To provide stocks (e.g. for the winter)
  • in the way: Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
  • left open: Not closed, ajar.
  • for the present: For now; temporarily or at this time.
  • of any kind: Of any type or variety whatsoever.
  • in drawing: Indicated or shown within a technical drawing.
  • let in: To allow someone to enter or come in
  • except that: But; with the exception that.
  • time out: A brief suspension of activity; a pause.
  • out of the question: Impossible; not worth discussing.
  • in jest: Said as a joke, not seriously.
  • by no means: Certainly not; in no way.
  • level with: To be honest and straightforward with someone; to tell someone the truth.
  • see into: To investigate or examine closely.
  • in the scene: Present at the location where something is happening or has happened.
  • front and back: On both the front and rear surfaces.
  • for an instant: For a very short period of time; momentarily.
  • for now: Temporarily; for the present time.
  • time: Speed at which music is played; tempo
  • look: Person's beauty or physical attractiveness
  • feel: To be aware of or experience an emotion, sensation
  • day: A period of 24 hours beginning at midnight
  • continue: To do something without stopping, or after pausing
  • night: Time when sun does not shine
  • sit: To take an exam
  • pupil: Someone who follows, is being taught by an artist
  • hall: Area just inside the entrance of a building
  • room: All of the people inside a particular room
  • girl: A female child; a young woman
  • lady: Another way of saying 'woman'
  • temple: A flat area on the side of the forehead
  • window: Opening in a wall or door to let in light
  • door: You walk through this when you go in a room
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    • above all

      US /əˈbʌv ɔl/

      UK /əˈbʌv ɔ:l/

      • Phrase
      • Most importantly; more than anything else.
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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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    • 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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    • all at once

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      UK

      • Adverb
      • Suddenly; at the same time
      • At the same time; simultaneously
      • Phrase
      • Suddenly; at the same time
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    • allow me

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      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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    • as such

      US /æz sʌtʃ/

      UK /æz sʌtʃ/

      • Pronoun
      • Something previously stated or understood
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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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    • at a distance

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Far away; not close.
      • Emotionally detached; not intimate.
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    • at a loss

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      • Phrase
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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 fault

      US /æt fɔlt/

      UK /æt fɔ:lt/

      • Adjective
      • Responsible for something negative or undesirable; deserving blame.
      • Phrase
      • Culpable; deserving of blame or censure.
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    • at last

      US /æt læst/

      UK /æt lɑ:st/

      • Adverb
      • Finally; after a long delay.
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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 length

      US /æt lɛŋkθ/

      UK /æt leŋθ/

      • Adverb
      • In detail; fully
      • Phrase
      • After a long time; eventually
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    • at night

      US /æt naɪt/

      UK /æt nait/

      • Phrase
      • During the night; in the nighttime.
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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 present

      US /æt ˈprɛznt/

      UK /æt ˈprezənt/

      • Phrase
      • Currently; now
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    • at rest

      US /æt rɛst/

      UK /æt rest/

      • Adjective
      • Not moving or being used.
      • In a state of peace, quiet, or relaxation.
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    • at school

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Present and attending school.
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    • at second hand

      US /æt ˌsekənd ˈhænd/

      UK /æt ˌsekənd ˈhand/

      • other
      • Obtained indirectly, through another person rather than firsthand.
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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 door of

      US /æt ðə dɔr ʌv/

      UK /æt ðə dɔ: əv/

      • other
      • Located very close to the entrance or opening of a place.
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    • at the same time

      US

      UK

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

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • Accompanying someone; being in someone's presence.
      • Supporting someone's opinion or cause.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • Accompanying someone; spending time with someone.
      • Supporting someone; agreeing with someone.
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    • by degrees

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      UK

      • Adverb
      • Gradually; little by little.
      • Phrase
      • Gradually; little by little.
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    • by heart

      US /baɪ hɑrt/

      UK /bai hɑ:t/

      • Adverb
      • Learned or memorized perfectly.
      • Phrase
      • To memorize something perfectly
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    • by nature

      US /baɪ ˈnetʃɚ/

      UK /bai ˈneitʃə/

      • Adverb
      • Inherently; by one's character or disposition.
      • Phrase
      • Inherently; by one's natural disposition or character.
      • According to its essential characteristics; intrinsically.
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    • by no means

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Certainly not; in no way.
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    • by the by

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Incidentally; in passing; as a side note.
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    • call for

      US /kɔl fɔr/

      UK /kɔ:l fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To demand, need or require (an action or thing)
      • To come to someone's house to take them somewhere
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    • called off

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To cancel or stop planning an activity or event
      • Ordered someone or something to stop attacking or pursuing (past tense).
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    • care of

      US /kɛr ʌv/

      UK /kɛə ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
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    • charged with

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      UK

      • Transitive Verb
      • To be officially accused of something
      • To entrust someone with a duty or responsibility
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    • close by

      US /kloz baɪ/

      UK /kləuz bai/

      • Adverb
      • Near in distance; nearby.
      • Phrase
      • In a position or location that is near.
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    • come near

      US /kʌm nɪr/

      UK /kʌm niə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be nearly as much as (a value)
      • To approach
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    • compared with

      US /kəmˈpɛrd wɪð/

      UK /kəmˈpeəd wið/

      • Preposition
      • In relation to
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To have examined the differences or similarities between two or more things.
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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 off

      US /kʌt ɔf/

      UK /kʌt ɔf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To end a process, e.g. a phone call
      • To cut the end of something
      • Transitive Verb
      • To isolate or prevent access to a place or person.
      • To interrupt someone while they are speaking.
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    • delight in

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take great pleasure in something.
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    • draw up

      US /drɔ ʌp/

      UK /drɔ: ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To create a formal document
      • To stand straight to make yourself look taller
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    • equal parts

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Amounts that are the same in size or quantity.
      • In amounts that are the same.
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    • except that

      US /ɪkˈsɛpt ðæt/

      UK /ikˈsept ðæt/

      • Conjunction
      • But; with the exception that.
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    • ferret out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To discover or find something, usually after searching for it
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    • followed up

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To check information or facts later
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To contact someone again after an initial meeting or communication.
      • To take further action; to pursue something further.
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    • for an instant

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • For a very short period of time; momentarily.
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    • for fear of

      US /fɔr fɪr ʌv/

      UK /fɔ: fiə ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • Because of anxiety or apprehension that something undesirable might happen.
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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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    • for nothing

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Without payment or reward; to no purpose or effect; in vain
      • Free; without cost
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    • for now

      US /fɔr naʊ/

      UK /fɔ: nau/

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

      US /fɚ ðə ˈprɛzənt/

      UK /fə ðə ˈprezənt/

      • other
      • For now; temporarily or at this time.
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    • found out

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
      • At intervals; now and then.
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    • front and back

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • On both the front and rear surfaces.
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    • get a look

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To have the opportunity to see something.
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    • get on with

      US /ɡɛt ɑn wɪð/

      UK /ɡet ɔn wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have a good relationship with someone
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    • give out

      US /ɡɪv aʊt/

      UK /ɡiv aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be used up; have nothing left; fail
      • To publicly state 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 forth

      US /ɡo fɔrθ/

      UK /ɡəu fɔ:θ/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To begin or proceed with something, especially after hesitation or delay.
      • To leave a place, especially to embark on a journey or mission.
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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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    • guard against

      US /ɡɑrd əˈɡenst/

      UK /ɡɑ:d əˈɡenst/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To take precautions against something undesirable.
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take precautions against something; to protect oneself from something negative.
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    • hall

      US /hɔl/

      UK /hɔ:l/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Area just inside the entrance of a building
      • Large room/building for public events/gatherings
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    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
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    • in bloom

      US /ɪn blum/

      UK /in blu:m/

      • Adjective
      • Having flowers; flowering.
      • Flourishing; at a peak of development or success.
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    • in danger

      US /ɪn ˈdendʒɚ/

      UK /in ˈdeindʒə/

      • Phrase
      • Exposed to the risk of harm, injury, or loss.
      • At risk of experiencing something negative or harmful.
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    • in detail

      US /ɪn dɪˈtel/

      UK /in ˈdi:teil/

      • Phrase
      • Thoroughly and completely; giving full particulars.
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    • in drawing

      US /ɪn ˈdrɔɪŋ/

      UK /in ˈdrɔ:iŋ/

      • Preposition
      • Indicated or shown within a technical drawing.
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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 honour of

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • To show respect and admiration for someone or something.
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    • in jest

      US /ɪn dʒɛst/

      UK /ɪn dʒest/

      • other
      • Said as a joke, not seriously.
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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 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 passing

      US /ɪn ˈpæsɪŋ/

      UK /ɪn ˈpɑ:sɪŋ/

      • other
      • Mentioned briefly or casually without focus.
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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 hospital

      US /ɪn ðə ˈhɑspɪtəl/

      UK /in ðə ˈhɒspɪtəl/

      • Preposition
      • Located inside a hospital receiving medical care.
      A1
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    • in the house

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
      • Within a legislative body, such as a parliament or congress.
      A1
      More
    • in the light of

      US /ɪn ðə ˈlaɪt ʌv/

      UK /in ðə ˈlaɪt ɔv/

      • other
      • Considering new information or facts.
      B2
      More
    • in the middle of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In the central part or point of something.
      • Engaged or occupied with something.
      A2
      More
    • in the open

      US /ɪn ði ˈopən/

      UK /in ðə ˈəupən/

      • Phrase
      • Publicly; not secret.
      • Outdoors; not inside a building or covered space.
      A1
      More
    • in the scene

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Present at the location where something is happening or has happened.
      • Actively participating in a performance or dramatic situation.
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • inquire after

      US /ɪnˈkwaɪɚ ˈæftɚ/

      UK /ɪnˈkwaɪə ˈɑ:ftə/

      • other
      • To ask about someone's health or wellbeing.
      C1
      More
    • instead of

      US /ɪnˈstɛd ʌv/

      UK /inˈsted ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • When one thing is replaced by another
      • Adverb
      • As a substitute or alternative.
      A1
      More
    • judging from

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Based on the available evidence or information.
      • Based on someone's looks or outward presentation.
      More
    • lay down on

      US /leɪ daʊn ɑn/

      UK /leɪ daʊn ɒn/

      • other
      • To neglect duties or avoid work or effort.
      C1
      More
    • lay in

      US /le ɪn/

      UK /lei in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To provide stocks (e.g. for the winter)
      • Stayed in bed later than usual in the morning.
      A2
      More
    • left open

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Not closed, ajar.
      • Available; not yet filled or decided.
      More
    • let down

      US /lɛt daʊn/

      UK /let daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To disappoint someone (e.g. by breaking a promise)
      A1
      More
    • let in

      US /lɛt ɪn/

      UK /let in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To allow someone to enter or come in
      A1
      More
    • level with

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be honest and straightforward with someone; to tell someone the truth.
      A2
      More
    • lie down

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To put your body in a flat position, as to sleep
      • Phrase
      A2
      More
    • 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
      A1
      More
    • looking out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take care and watch something carefully
      • To be careful; to be vigilant
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To be careful or vigilant
      A1
      More
    • made with

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Containing a particular ingredient or material.
      • Created or produced using a specific tool, method, or process.
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To offer or provide something, often quickly or unexpectedly.
      A1
      More
    • my eye

      US /ˈmaɪ aɪ/

      UK /ˈmaɪ ai/

      • other
      • Used to express disbelief or skepticism.
      B2
      More
    • next to

      US /nɛkst tu/

      UK /nekst tu:/

      • Preposition
      • Being located along side another
      • In comparison with
      • Adverb
      • Almost; nearly
      A1
      More
    • not necessary

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Not required; not needed.
      • Phrase
      • Optional; not compulsory.
      • Avoidable; not inevitable.
      B1
      More
    • of age

      US /əv eɪdʒ/

      UK /əv eɪdʒ/

      • other
      • Having reached the legal age of adulthood.
      A2
      More
    • of any kind

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Of any type or variety whatsoever.
      • To any degree or extent.
      A1
      More
    • of course

      US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/

      UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/

      • Adverb
      • Sure ; Certainly
      • Phrase
      • For sure; certainly
      A2
      More
    • of interest

      US /əv ˈɪntrɪst/

      UK /əv ˈɪntrəst/

      • other
      • Relevant or important to someone or something.
      B2
      More
    • of late

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Recently; lately.
      A1
      More
    • of old

      US /ʌv oʊld/

      UK /əv əuld/

      • other
      • From a long time ago; in the past.
      B2
      More
    • on foot

      US /ɑn fʊt/

      UK /ɔn fut/

      • Phrase
      A1
      More
    • on hand

      US /ɑn hænd/

      UK /ɔn hænd/

      • Adverb
      • Present and available; in attendance.
      • Phrase
      • Available; readily accessible.
      A1
      More
    • on purpose

      US /ɑn ˈpɚpəs/

      UK /ɔn ˈpə:pəs/

      • Idiom
      • Intentionally; deliberately.
      • Phrase
      • Intentionally; deliberately.
      A1
      More
    • on the contrary

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In contrast; from the opposite standpoint
      B1
      More
    • on the floor

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Located on the ground or bottom surface of a room.
      • Actively participating in dancing or other floor-based activities.
      A1
      More
    • on the ground

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Located on the surface of the earth.
      • Present and available in a particular place, especially to deal with a situation.
      More
    • on the line

      US /ɑn ði laɪn/

      UK /ɔn ðə lain/

      • Phrase
      • At risk; in a situation where something could be lost.
      • Having a great deal of responsibility.
      A1
      More
    • on the road

      US /ɑn ði rəʊd/

      UK /ɔn ðə roʊd/

      • Phrase
      • Traveling, especially as part of a tour or journey.
      • Making progress; advancing towards a goal.
      • Idiom
      • Making progress towards a goal or achievement.
      A1
      More
    • on the stroke of

      US /ɑn ðə stroʊk ʌv/

      UK /ɒn ðə strəuk ɔv/

      • other
      • At the exact moment of a specific time.
      B2
      More
    • on the table

      US /ɑn ði ˈtebəl/

      UK /ɔn ðə ˈteibl/

      • Phrase
      • Located on the surface of a table.
      • Available for consideration or discussion.
      A1
      More
    • on the wind

      US /ɑn ðə wɪnd/

      UK /ɒn ðə wɪnd/

      • other
      • Being carried or moving through the air by the wind.
      C1
      More
    • on the wing

      US /ɑn ði wɪŋ/

      UK /ɔn ðə wiŋ/

      • Phrase
      • In flight; flying.
      • Traveling or moving quickly from place to place.
      • Adjective
      • In motion or in the process of being transported.
      A1
      More
    • on 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.
      A1
      More
    • out cold

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Unconscious; knocked out.
      • In a deep sleep; completely asleep.
      A1
      More
    • out of doors

      US /aʊt əv dɔɚz/

      UK /aʊt əv dɔ:z/

      • other
      • Outside, in the open air.
      B1
      More
    • out of order

      US /aʊt ʌv ˈɔrdɚ/

      UK /aut ɔv ˈɔ:də/

      • Adjective
      • Not in proper working condition; broken.
      • Not following the rules of procedure; inappropriate.
      A1
      More
    • out of the question

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Impossible; not worth discussing.
      • Idiom
      • Impossible; not to be considered.
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • outside 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.
      A1
      More
    • over to

      US

      UK

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

      US /pɑrt wɪð/

      UK /pɑ:t wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To give something away; relinquish possession of something.
      A1
      More
    • per annum

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • By the year; each year
      B1
      More
    • play on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To exploit or take advantage of something, such as someone's emotions or weaknesses.
      A1
      More
    • provided with

      US /prəˈvaɪdɪd wɪð/

      UK /prəˈvaidid wið/

      • Verb
      • Past tense of providing; supplied or equipped someone with something.
      B1
      More
    • pupil

      US /ˈpjupəl/

      UK /ˈpju:pl/

      • Countable Noun
      • Someone who follows, is being taught by an artist
      • Small, black round part of the middle of the eye
      A2
      More
    • put back

      US /pʊt bæk/

      UK /put bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To return something to the proper place
      A1
      More
    • put off

      US /pʊt ɔf/

      UK /put ɔf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take off, e.g. clothing
      • To delay until a later date
      A1
      More
    • ran up to

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • Approached quickly by running.
      A1
      More
    • rather than

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • More exactly; more correctly
      • Preferably; instead
      • Preposition
      • Instead of
      A1
      More
    • rise up

      US /raɪz ʌp/

      UK /raiz ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To attempt to defeat government or ruler
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • second hand

      US /ˈsɛkənd hænd/

      UK /ˈsekənd hænd/

      • Adverb
      • (Of goods) already used
      A1
      More
    • see into

      US /si ˈɪntu/

      UK /si: ˈɪntə/

      • other
      • To investigate or examine closely.
      B2
      More
    • set off

      US /sɛt ɔf/

      UK /set ɒf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To start a journey
      • To cause something to explode or start working.
      • Transitive Verb
      • To cause to explode.
      A1
      More
    • set out

      US /sɛt aʊt/

      UK /set aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrange something in an orderly fashion
      • To give in detail in writing
      A1
      More
    • set to

      US /sɛt tu/

      UK /set tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To energetically begin to do, e.g. making a fire
      A1
      More
    • sit down

      US /sit daʊn/

      UK /sit daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take a seat
      A1
      More
    • sit with

      US /sit wɪð/

      UK /sit wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To stay with someone and provide support or comfort.
      • To take time to consider or accept something.
      A1
      More
    • smooth away

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To remove wrinkles or imperfections from something by smoothing it with your hand or an object.
      • To resolve or eliminate problems, difficulties, or disagreements.
      B1
      More
    • speak of

      US /spik ʌv/

      UK /spi:k ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To mention someone or something in conversation.
      B1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • stand behind

      US /stænd bɪˈhaɪnd/

      UK /stænd biˈhaind/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To support or defend someone or something.
      • To take responsibility for something.
      A2
      More
    • stand for

      US /stænd fɔr/

      UK /stænd fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To support a particular idea, e.g. in politics
      • To represent or symbolize
      A1
      More
    • step into

      US /stɛp ˈɪntu/

      UK /step ˈɪntuː/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To enter a place or situation.
      • To become involved in something, especially a job or role.
      A1
      More
    • such as

      US /sʌtʃ æz/

      UK /sʌtʃ æz/

      • Preposition
      • For example; like
      A1
      More
    • take in

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To allow to enter; receive as a guest
      • To include or add
      • Transitive Verb
      • To absorb (liquid).
      • To understand or comprehend something.
      A1
      More
    • take with

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To bring something or someone along when you go somewhere.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To accept or endure something, especially something unpleasant, as a necessary part of an experience.
      A1
      More
    • temple

      US /ˈtɛmpəl/

      UK /'templ/

      • Noun
      • A flat area on the side of the forehead
      • Place for worship in many religions
      B1
      More
    • think about

      US /θɪŋk əˈbaʊt/

      UK /θiŋk əˈbaut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To consider something carefully.
      • To remember or call to mind.
      A1
      More
    • 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
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • to do with

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be about something; concern
      A1
      More
    • to God

      US /tə ɡɑd/

      UK /tə ɡɒd/

      • other
      • Used to emphasize truth or sincerity.
      A2
      More
    • to let

      US /tu lɛt/

      UK /tu let/

      • Preposition
      • Indicates that a property is available for rent.
      A2
      More
    • to the full

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Completely; to the greatest extent possible.
      • To the maximum capacity or extent.
      A1
      More
    • to this end

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • For the purpose of achieving a particular aim.
      A1
      More
    • together with

      US /təˈɡɛðɚ wɪð/

      UK /təˈɡeðə wið/

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

      US /tɚn ɪn/

      UK /tə:n in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To produce or achieve a good performance
      • To go to bed
      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
    • turn out

      US /tɚn aʊt/

      UK /tə:n aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrive for a public event or entertainment
      • To happen to be in the end
      A1
      More
    • turn round

      US /tɚn raʊnd/

      UK /tə:n raund/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To turn abruptly and face the other way
      A1
      More
    • turn to

      US /tɚn tu/

      UK /tə:n tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
      • To start doing or using something, often something bad or undesirable.
      A1
      More
    • 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
      A1
      More
    • varieties of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Different kinds or types of something.
      • A range of different things.
      A2
      More
    • with practice

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Through repeated exercise or performance, leading to improvement or skill.
      A1
      More
    • with time

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • As time passes; eventually.
      • Given enough time; in the course of time.
      A1
      More
    • work on

      US /wɚk ɑn/

      UK /wə:k ɔn/

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