Vocabulary

  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • have to: Must do
  • tap on: To touch someone or something gently and usually repeatedly, often to attract attention.
  • for instance: As an example.
  • on the watch: Being alert and carefully observing for something.
  • for example: As an illustration or instance.
  • tap in: To enter a code or information by tapping on a device.
  • around the world: In or to many countries.
  • based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
  • with just: Using only; with no more than.
  • got to: To arrive at some place
  • update on: To provide the latest information about something.
  • to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
  • in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
  • inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
  • rather than: More exactly; more correctly
  • as well as: Also; in addition to
  • turn on
  • feel like: To have a desire or inclination for something.
  • on demand: Whenever requested or needed.
  • tune in: To listen to a radio program or watch a television program.
  • in addition to: Besides; as well as
  • talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
  • on to: Toward something; forward
  • on the go: Very busy and active.
  • quick look: A brief or cursory inspection or examination.
  • over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
  • experience in: Knowledge or skill gained from doing something for a period of time.
  • go ahead: To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
  • screen in: To enclose a space with a screen or mesh.
  • from the top: From the beginning.
  • wait for: To wait until someone comes, or something happens
  • play games: To participate in activities for enjoyment or recreation, often involving rules and competition.
  • interact with
  • going on: To continue doing something
  • take on: To acquire a new characteristic
  • opening up: Revealing one's thoughts and feelings; becoming more communicative.
  • come together: To assemble or unite; to start working together.
  • no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
  • better than ever: In a more improved or desirable state than at any previous time.
  • think about: To consider something carefully.
  • work in: To make an opening for something in your schedule
  • drag down: To cause something to fall to a lower level or standard.
  • of age: Having reached the legal age of adulthood.
  • on site: At the location of a particular activity or project.
  • absolutely amazing: Extremely good or impressive; causing great surprise or wonder.
  • go around: (Of news, gossip) to be known; circulate
  • wake up: To stop sleeping
  • at a time: Separately; one by one
  • fly through: To move or pass through something very quickly.
  • right back: Said when someone says they will return soon, indicating you expect their prompt return.
  • like new: In very good, almost perfect condition as if unused.
  • one of those days: A day when many things go wrong.
  • on time
  • dressed for: Wearing clothes suitable for a particular event or activity.
  • set to: To energetically begin to do, e.g. making a fire
  • write out: To write something in full instead of using abbreviations or symbols.
  • new level: A higher or improved stage of achievement or quality.
  • call for: To demand, need or require (an action or thing)
  • count down: To say numbers in order from say 10 to 1
  • on the phone: Talking on the telephone.
  • coordinate with: To work together efficiently and harmoniously with someone or a group to achieve a common goal.
  • tuck away: To put something in a place where it is not easily seen or found; to hide something.
  • thankful to: Feeling or expressing gratitude; appreciative.
  • deal with
  • health benefits: Advantages provided by an employer or insurance plan related to healthcare, such as medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • follow along: To agree to do or act the same as others
  • run in: To arrest person and take them to police station
  • thanks to: Because of; as a result of.
  • at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
  • same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
  • sit around: To spend time idly; to do nothing in particular.
  • go find: To search for and locate someone or something.
  • go away: To go on vacation
  • at home: In one's own residence or country.
  • name for: To give someone or something a particular name, often in honor of someone else.
  • name after: To give someone or something the same name as another person or thing, often to honor them.
  • like magic: In a way that is surprisingly easy or sudden.
  • move on: To decide to change or go to a different place
  • go on: To continue doing something
  • end up with: To have something as a result.
  • clear off: To leave a place quickly and suddenly
  • move to: To change the place where you live or work.
  • out of the box: Thinking in an original or creative way.
  • file in: Enter a place in a neat, organized line or sequence.
  • follow on: To happen as a result of something.
  • to the rescue: Arriving in time to help or save someone from danger.
  • get on with: To have a good relationship with someone
  • take a hike: A rude way of telling someone to go away.
  • get it on: To start doing what you say you will do
  • see in: To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
  • back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
  • turn to: To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
  • start off: To begin or commence something.
  • talk about it: To discuss a particular subject.
  • blow past: To move quickly past someone or something.
  • touch on: To briefly discuss
  • stay in: To remain inside one's home.
  • available from: Obtainable or accessible from a particular source or location.
  • get a look: To have the opportunity to see something.
  • touch in: Use a card or device to register entry in public transport.
  • summon up: To gather or muster (courage, strength, etc.)
  • offer up: To present something, especially to God, as a sacrifice or offering.
  • fill out: To become fatter
  • on sunday: Every Sunday; each Sunday.
  • on location: At a place that is not a studio; a place away from the studio where a movie or TV show is being filmed
  • figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
  • over time: Gradually; as time passes.
  • dive in: To start doing something with a lot of enthusiasm.
  • draws out: To lengthen (far beyond the normal limits)
  • go back to: To return to a starting point
  • together with: In addition to; along with.
  • in advance: Ahead of time; before something happens
  • filter down: To spread or pass gradually from the rich to the poor.
  • en route: On the way; during a journey.
  • back out: To say you will now not do something you promised
  • on the road: Traveling, especially as part of a tour or journey.
  • number of people: The total count of individuals within a group or gathering.
  • all over the place: In a state of disorder; scattered everywhere.
  • get back to: To get in contact with someone again
  • for the world: Used to emphasize something would never happen.
  • work together: To collaborate or cooperate with others to achieve a common goal.
  • on board: Being on a ship, plane, or other vehicle
  • start up: A newly established business.
  • set up
  • right in front: Directly ahead; in a position immediately before someone or something.
  • get across: To communicate (something) clearly and effectively.
  • clear away: To take plates away from a table after a meal
  • thumbs up: A gesture of approval or agreement, indicated by holding a fist with the thumb extended upwards.
  • for days: For a long period of time; lasting several days.
  • hold on: To wait for someone (e.g. on a phone call)
  • for sure: Definitely; certainly; without a doubt.
  • shout out: A public expression of greeting or praise.
  • back up: To save a copy of your computer data
  • tap into: To manage to use something in a way that brings you benefits
  • to the full: Completely; to the greatest extent possible.
  • look through: To examine carefully to see what is there
  • up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
  • seal off: To close an entrance to a place
  • by default: Automatically, unless the user specifies otherwise.
  • personal data: Information that relates to an identifiable individual.
  • search for: To try to find someone or something.
  • at scale: In large quantities; with significant reach or impact.
  • book on: A book about a particular subject.
  • to hand: To give or pass something to someone using your hand.
  • land on: To come down to the ground or another surface after flying or falling.
  • jump around: To move about restlessly or energetically; to leap or skip about.
  • up top: In or at the highest position or location.
  • play around: To cheat on your partner romantically
  • seek out: To look for and find someone or something, especially when it is not easy to find.
  • come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
  • bounce around: To move in an energetic and lively manner; to jump or spring about.
  • cut off: To end a process, e.g. a phone call
  • at some point: At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
  • due to: Because of; owing to
  • in public: In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
  • off the chain: Extremely good, exciting, or impressive.
  • TYPE UP: To produce a document by typing.
  • along with: In addition to; together with.
  • for the better: Resulting in improvement; to a more favorable condition.
  • applause: The sound made by clapping a performance or speech
  • great: Very good; better than before
  • activity: An action or task, e.g. sports, washing clothes
  • automatically: In a way not requiring control by a person
  • tap: To access a liquid (e.g. in a tree) through a hole
  • watch: To keep in check, manage, or control something
  • screen: To hide or block something from being seen
  • code: To express information in a series of numbers
  • pay: To give money for goods or work done
  • music: Sounds that are sung or played to give pleasure
  • message: Main idea or theme in a story, book, or film
  • cheer: Feeling of happiness or optimism
  • swipe: To pass a magnetic card through a digital reader
  • emoji: A small digital image or icon used to express an idea, emotion, etc., in electronic communication.
  • apple: Hard round red or green fruit with a white center
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    • absolutely amazing

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      • Adjective
      • Extremely good or impressive; causing great surprise or wonder.
      • Remarkably talented or skillful; inspiring awe and admiration.
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    • all over the place

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      • Phrase
      • In a state of disorder; scattered everywhere.
      • In many different locations; widely distributed.
      • Adjective
      • Mentally or emotionally disorganized; confused or erratic.
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    • along with

      US /əˈlɔŋ wɪð/

      UK /əˈlɔŋ wið/

      • Preposition
      • In addition to; together with.
      • Adverb
      • In company or together with someone or something.
      • Including; in addition to.
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    • applause

      US /əˈplɔz/

      UK /ə'plɔ:z/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • The sound made by clapping a performance or speech
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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 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 time

      US /æt e taɪm/

      UK /æt ə taim/

      • Phrase
      • Separately; one by one
      • Simultaneously; together
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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 scale

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      • Phrase
      • In large quantities; with significant reach or impact.
      • Widely; extensively; with broad application.
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    • at some point

      US /æt sʌm pɔɪnt/

      UK /æt sʌm pɔint/

      • Phrase
      • At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
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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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    • automatically

      US /ˌɔtəˈmætɪkl:ɪ/

      UK /ˌɔ:tə'mætɪklɪ/

      • Adverb
      • In a way not requiring control by a person
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    • available from

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      • Phrase
      • Obtainable or accessible from a particular source or location.
      • Accessible or ready for use starting at a specific time.
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    • back into

      US /bæk ˈɪntu/

      UK /bæk ˈɪntuː/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
      • To accidentally collide with something while moving backwards.
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    • back out

      US /bæk aʊt/

      UK /bæk aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To say you will now not do something you promised
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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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    • 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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    • better than ever

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      • Phrase
      • In a more improved or desirable state than at any previous time.
      • At the highest level of performance or quality.
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    • blow past

      US /blo pæst/

      UK /bləʊ pɑ:st/

      • other
      • To move quickly past someone or something.
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    • book on

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      • Noun
      • A book about a particular subject.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To place a bet on something.
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    • bounce around

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To move in an energetic and lively manner; to jump or spring about.
      • To discuss ideas or options in an informal and exploratory way.
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    • by default

      US /baɪ dɪˈfɔlt/

      UK /bai diˈfɔ:lt/

      • Adverb
      • Automatically, unless the user specifies otherwise.
      • Because of a lack of any other action or choice.
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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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    • cheer

      US /tʃɪr/

      UK /tʃiə/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Feeling of happiness or optimism
      • Transitive Verb
      • To give a loud shout of encouragement to someone
      • To make someone feel happier or less worried
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    • clear away

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take plates away from a table after a meal
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    • clear off

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To leave a place quickly and suddenly
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    • code

      US /kod/

      UK /kəʊd/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To express information in a series of numbers
      • To write a secret message using secret symbols
      • Noun
      • A password made of a set of letters or numbers
      • Set of rules for behavior
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    • come back

      US /kʌm bæk/

      UK /kʌm bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To reply to someone, often forcefully
      • To be remembered
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    • come together

      US /kʌm təˈɡɛðɚ/

      UK /kʌm təˈɡeðə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To assemble or unite; to start working together.
      • To form a close relationship or bond.
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    • coordinate with

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To work together efficiently and harmoniously with someone or a group to achieve a common goal.
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    • count down

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To say numbers in order from say 10 to 1
      • To recite numbers backwards to zero, often to mark the start of something.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To count backward to zero.
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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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    • 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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    • dive in

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To start doing something with a lot of enthusiasm.
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To jump into water headfirst.
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    • drag down

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To cause something to fall to a lower level or standard.
      • To make someone feel unhappy or depressed.
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    • draws out

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To lengthen (far beyond the normal limits)
      • To get someone to tell you their real feelings
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    • dressed for

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      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • Wearing clothes suitable for a particular event or activity.
      • Wearing clothes suitable for the current weather conditions.
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    • due to

      US /du tu/

      UK /dju: tu:/

      • Preposition
      • Because of; owing to
      • Adjective
      • Attributable to; caused by.
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    • en route

      US /ɛn rut/

      UK /en ru:t/

      • Adverb
      • On the way; during a journey.
      • Adjective
      • On the way; traveling.
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    • end up with

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

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

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

      US /ˈfɪɡjɚ aʊt/

      UK /ˈfiɡə aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To understand the behavior of someone
      • To think through logically to find a solution
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To understand or find an answer to something.
      • To find a solution to a problem or understand something.
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    • file in

      US /faɪl ɪn/

      UK /faɪl ɪn/

      • other
      • Enter a place in a neat, organized line or sequence.
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    • fill out

      US /fɪl aʊt/

      UK /fil aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To become fatter
      • To complete a form by adding information needed
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    • filter down

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To spread or pass gradually from the rich to the poor.
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    • fly through

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To move or pass through something very quickly.
      • To complete something quickly and easily.
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    • follow along

      US /ˈfɑlo əˈlɔŋ/

      UK /ˈfɔləu əˈlɔŋ/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To agree to do or act the same as others
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    • follow on

      US /ˈfɑlo ɑn/

      UK /ˈfɔləu ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To happen as a result of something.
      • To continue after someone else has stopped.
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    • for days

      US /fɔr dez/

      UK /fɔ: deɪz/

      • Phrase
      • For a long period of time; lasting several days.
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    • for example

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      • 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 sure

      US /fɔr ʃʊr/

      UK /fɔ: ʃuə/

      • Adverb
      • Definitely; certainly; without a doubt.
      • Used to emphasize a statement.
      • Interjection
      • An expression of strong agreement or affirmation.
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    • for the better

      US /fɔr ði ˈbɛtɚ/

      UK /fɔ: ðə ˈbetə/

      • Phrase
      • Resulting in improvement; to a more favorable condition.
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    • for the world

      US /fɚ ðə wɝld/

      UK /fə ðə wɜ:ld/

      • other
      • Used to emphasize something would never happen.
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    • from the top

      US /frʌm ði tɑp/

      UK /frɔm ðə tɔp/

      • Phrase
      • From the beginning.
      • From the highest point or position.
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    • get a look

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

      US /ɡɛt əˈkrɔs/

      UK /ɡet əˈkrɔs/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To communicate (something) clearly and effectively.
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    • get back to

      US /ɡɛt bæk tu/

      UK /ɡet bæk tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To get in contact with someone again
      • To return to someone or something; to respond at a later time.
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    • get it on

      US /ɡɛt ɪt ɑn/

      UK /ɡet it ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To start doing what you say you will do
      • To start 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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    • 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 around

      US /ɡo əˈraʊnd/

      UK /ɡəu əˈraund/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • (Of news, gossip) to be known; circulate
      • To go here and there, from place to place; wander
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    • go away

      US /ɡo əˈwe/

      UK /ɡəu əˈwei/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To go on vacation
      • To leave; depart.
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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 find

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

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
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    • health benefits

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      • Noun (plural)
      • Advantages provided by an employer or insurance plan related to healthcare, such as medical, dental, and vision coverage.
      • Positive effects on one's physical or mental condition resulting from certain activities or lifestyle choices.
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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 addition to

      US /ɪn əˈdɪʃən tu/

      UK /in əˈdiʃən tu:/

      • Preposition
      • Besides; as well as
      • Phrase
      • Besides; as well as.
      • Furthermore; moreover.
      B1
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    • in advance

      US /ɪn ædˈvæns/

      UK /in ədˈvɑ:ns/

      • Phrase
      • Ahead of time; before something happens
      • Noun
      • A payment made before it is due, especially for work to be done
      A2
      More
    • 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.
      C1
      More
    • 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.
      B1
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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.
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A2
      More
    • jump around

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To move about restlessly or energetically; to leap or skip about.
      • To switch rapidly between different topics or activities.
      A2
      More
    • land on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To come down to the ground or another surface after flying or falling.
      • To criticize someone severely.
      B1
      More
    • like magic

      US /laɪk ˈmædʒɪk/

      UK /laɪk ˈmædʒɪk/

      • other
      • In a way that is surprisingly easy or sudden.
      A2
      More
    • like new

      US /laɪk nu/

      UK /laɪk nju:/

      • other
      • In very good, almost perfect condition as if unused.
      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
    • look through

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To examine carefully to see what is there
      • To search for something among a collection of things.
      A1
      More
    • message

      US /ˈmɛsɪdʒ/

      UK /'mesɪdʒ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Main idea or theme in a story, book, or film
      • Piece of information that is told/given to someone
      • Transitive Verb
      • To communicate using text
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    • move on

      US /muv ɑn/

      UK /mu:v ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To decide to change or go to a different place
      • To start talking about something different.
      A1
      More
    • move to

      US /muv tu/

      UK /mu:v tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To change the place where you live or work.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To proceed to the next stage or action.
      A2
      More
    • name after

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To give someone or something the same name as another person or thing, often to honor them.
      A1
      More
    • name for

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To give someone or something a particular name, often in honor of someone else.
      A1
      More
    • new level

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • A higher or improved stage of achievement or quality.
      • A different or more advanced degree of expertise or understanding.
      A1
      More
    • no matter

      US

      UK

      • Conjunction
      • Regardless of; it does not matter.
      • Adverb
      • Regardless of; it is not important
      A1
      More
    • number of people

      US /ˈnʌmbɚ ʌv ˈpipəl/

      UK /ˈnʌmbə ɔv ˈpi:pl/

      • Phrase
      • The total count of individuals within a group or gathering.
      • A statistical figure representing the population size or a subset thereof.
      A1
      More
    • of age

      US /əv eɪdʒ/

      UK /əv eɪdʒ/

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

      US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/

      UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/

      • Adverb
      • Sure ; Certainly
      • Phrase
      • For sure; certainly
      A2
      More
    • off the chain

      US /ɔf ðə tʃeɪn/

      UK /ɒf ðə tʃeɪn/

      • other
      • Extremely good, exciting, or impressive.
      C1
      More
    • offer up

      US /ˈɔfɚ ʌp/

      UK /ˈɔfə ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To present something, especially to God, as a sacrifice or offering.
      • To present or suggest something for consideration.
      A1
      More
    • on board

      US /ɑn bɔrd/

      UK /ɔn bɔ:d/

      • Phrase
      • Being on a ship, plane, or other vehicle
      • Adverb
      • On or in a ship, aircraft, train, or other vehicle
      A1
      More
    • on demand

      US /ɑn dɪˈmænd/

      UK /ɔn diˈmɑ:nd/

      • Adverb
      • Whenever requested or needed.
      • Adjective
      • Available whenever the customer wants it.
      B1
      More
    • on location

      US /ɑn loˈkeʃən/

      UK /ɔn ləuˈkeiʃən/

      • Adverb
      • At a place that is not a studio; a place away from the studio where a movie or TV show is being filmed
      • Phrase
      • At the scene of an event or activity.
      B1
      More
    • on site

      US /ɑn saɪt/

      UK /ɔn sait/

      • Adverb
      • At the location of a particular activity or project.
      • Present at a specific location for a particular purpose.
      A1
      More
    • on sunday

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Every Sunday; each Sunday.
      • Referring to a particular Sunday.
      A1
      More
    • on the go

      US /ɑn ði ɡo/

      UK /ɔn ðə ɡəu/

      • Adjective
      • Very busy and active.
      A1
      More
    • on the phone

      US

      UK

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

      US /ɑn ðə wɑtʃ/

      UK /ɒn ðə wɒtʃ/

      • other
      • Being alert and carefully observing for something.
      B2
      More
    • on time

      US /ɑn taɪm/

      UK /ɔn taim/

      • Phrase
      • Adjective
      • Arriving at or done by the required time
      • Meeting a deadline; punctual in fulfilling obligations.
      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
    • one of those days

      US /wʌn əv ðoʊz deɪz/

      UK /wʌn əv ðəuz deɪz/

      • other
      • A day when many things go wrong.
      B1
      More
    • opening up

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • Revealing one's thoughts and feelings; becoming more communicative.
      • Creating new opportunities or possibilities.
      B2
      More
    • out of the box

      US /aʊt əv ðə bɑks/

      UK /aut əv ðə bɒks/

      • other
      • Thinking in an original or creative way.
      • Ready to use immediately without special preparation.
      B2
      More
    • over time

      US /ˈovɚ taɪm/

      UK /ˈəuvə taim/

      • Phrase
      • Gradually; as time passes.
      • During a long period.
      • Adverb
      • Gradually; as time passes.
      B1
      More
    • over to

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Information that relates to an identifiable individual.
      B2
      More
    • play around

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To cheat on your partner romantically
      A1
      More
    • play games

      US

      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To participate in activities for enjoyment or recreation, often involving rules and competition.
      • To behave in a dishonest or insincere way to achieve a goal.
      A1
      More
    • quick look

      US /kwɪk lʊk/

      UK /kwik luk/

      • Noun
      • A brief or cursory inspection or examination.
      • A swift or brief glance.
      A1
      More
    • rather than

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • More exactly; more correctly
      • Preferably; instead
      • Preposition
      • Instead of
      A1
      More
    • right back

      US /raɪt bæk/

      UK /rait bæk/

      • Interjection
      • Said when someone says they will return soon, indicating you expect their prompt return.
      • Adverb
      • Immediately; very soon after going.
      A1
      More
    • right in front

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Directly ahead; in a position immediately before someone or something.
      • In a position where something is easily visible or obvious.
      A2
      More
    • run in

      US /rʌn ɪn/

      UK /rʌn in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrest person and take them to police station
      • To drive engine slowly until ready for normal use
      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
    • screen

      US /skrin/

      UK /skri:n/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To hide or block something from being seen
      • To examine to find something, e.g. best candidate
      • Noun
      • Wire net in a door or window to keep insects out
      • Displays in a theater on which movies are shown
      A2TOEIC
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    • screen in

      US /skrin ɪn/

      UK /skri:n ɪn/

      • other
      • To enclose a space with a screen or mesh.
      B2
      More
    • seal off

      US /sil ɔf/

      UK /si:l ɔf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To close an entrance to a place
      B1
      More
    • search for

      US /sɚtʃ fɔr/

      UK /sə:tʃ fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To try to find someone or something.
      B1
      More
    • see in

      US /si ɪn/

      UK /si: in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
      A1
      More
    • seek out

      US /sik aʊt/

      UK /si:k aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To look for and find someone or something, especially when it is not easy to find.
      B2
      More
    • set to

      US /sɛt tu/

      UK /set tu:/

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

      US /ʃaʊt aʊt/

      UK /ʃaut aut/

      • Noun
      • A public expression of greeting or praise.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To publicly mention or acknowledge someone or something.
      • To publicly acknowledge or thank someone.
      A2
      More
    • sit around

      US /sit əˈraʊnd/

      UK /sit əˈraund/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To spend time idly; to do nothing in particular.
      A1
      More
    • start off

      US /stɑrt ɔf/

      UK /stɑ:t ɔf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To begin or commence something.
      • To begin a journey.
      B2
      More
    • start up

      US /stɑrt ʌp/

      UK /stɑ:t ʌp/

      • Countable Noun
      • A newly established business.
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To begin or initiate something.
      • To begin a new business or enterprise.
      A1
      More
    • stay in

      US /ste ɪn/

      UK /stei in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To remain inside one's home.
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To remain as an inpatient in a hospital.
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    • summon up

      US /ˈsʌmən ʌp/

      UK /ˈsʌmən ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To gather or muster (courage, strength, etc.)
      • To bring to mind; recall.
      A1
      More
    • swipe

      US /swaɪp/

      UK /swaɪp/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To pass a magnetic card through a digital reader
      • To hit someone with a big wild swing
      C1
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    • take a hike

      US /tek e haɪk/

      UK /teik ə haik/

      • Interjection
      • A rude way of telling someone to go away.
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To go for a long walk, especially in the country or woods.
      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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    • talk about it

      US /tɔk əˈbaʊt ɪt/

      UK /tɔ:k əˈbaut it/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To discuss a particular subject.
      A1
      More
    • talking about

      US

      UK

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

      US /tæp/

      UK /tæp/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To access a liquid (e.g. in a tree) through a hole
      • To spy one someone electronically
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Faucet; the place you can get water from a pipe
      • Light hit, generally one that makes a sound
      A2
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    • tap in

      US /tæp ɪn/

      UK /tæp in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To enter a code or information by tapping on a device.
      • To connect to something, such as a meeting or system, remotely.
      B1
      More
    • tap into

      US /tæp ˈɪntu/

      UK /tæp ˈɪntuː/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To manage to use something in a way that brings you benefits
      • To understand and express something that people are feeling
      B1
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    • tap on

      US /tæp ɑn/

      UK /tæp ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To touch someone or something gently and usually repeatedly, often to attract attention.
      • To select something by touching it on a screen.
      A1
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    • thankful to

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Feeling or expressing gratitude; appreciative.
      C1
      More
    • thanks to

      US /θæŋks tu/

      UK /θæŋks tu:/

      • Preposition
      • Because of; as a result of.
      A1
      More
    • think about

      US /θɪŋk əˈbaʊt/

      UK /θiŋk əˈbaut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To consider something carefully.
      • To remember or call to mind.
      A1
      More
    • thumbs up

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • A gesture of approval or agreement, indicated by holding a fist with the thumb extended upwards.
      • A positive rating or vote on social media or online platforms.
      • Noun (plural)
      • Multiple gestures of approval or agreement made by extending the thumbs upward.
      A1
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    • to hand

      US

      UK

      • Transitive Verb
      • To give or pass something to someone using your hand.
      • To offer assistance or help.
      A1
      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 the rescue

      US /tu ðə ˈrɛskju/

      UK /tə ðə ˈreskju:/

      • other
      • Arriving in time to help or save someone from danger.
      B1
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    • together with

      US /təˈɡɛðɚ wɪð/

      UK /təˈɡeðə wið/

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

      US /tʌtʃ ɪn/

      UK /tʌtʃ ɪn/

      • other
      • Use a card or device to register entry in public transport.
      B2
      More
    • touch on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To briefly discuss
      A1
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    • tuck away

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To put something in a place where it is not easily seen or found; to hide something.
      • To save something, especially money, for future use.
      More
    • tune in

      US /tun ɪn/

      UK /tju:n in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To listen to a radio program or watch a television program.
      • To pay attention to something; to be aware of something.
      A2
      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 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
    • TYPE UP

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To produce a document by typing.
      More
    • up there

      US /ʌp ðɛr/

      UK /ʌp ðɛə/

      • Adverb
      • In or to a higher place or position; far away.
      • In heaven.
      A1
      More
    • up top

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • In or at the highest position or location.
      • Interjection
      • A gesture involving raising a hand for a high-five, often used as a greeting or congratulatory signal.
      B2
      More
    • update on

      US

      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To provide the latest information about something.
      B1
      More
    • wait for

      US /wet fɔr/

      UK /weit fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To wait until someone comes, or something happens
      A1
      More
    • wake up

      US /wek ʌp/

      UK /weik ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To stop sleeping
      • To become fully aware and alert to a situation.
      A1
      More
    • with just

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Using only; with no more than.
      • Barely; by a narrow margin.
      A2
      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 together

      US /wɚk təˈɡɛðɚ/

      UK /wə:k təˈɡeðə/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To collaborate or cooperate with others to achieve a common goal.
      A1
      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.
      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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