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Idiom 'Dark Horse' - Common Idioms In English
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Jjli Li posted on 2016/01/22Ever wondered about the 'dark horse' in a competition or election? This quick 2-minute lesson breaks down this common English idiom with fun dialogue examples, showing you how to talk about hidden talents in everyday conversation. You'll pick up practical phrases perfect for intermediate learners!
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US /tɚn/
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UK /tɜ:n/
- Intransitive Verb
- To become (a particular age)
- To become a different quality, color, etc.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To change the direction of something, e.g. a car
- To move in an opposite direction or position
A1
More chance
US /tʃæns/
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UK /tʃɑ:ns/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- The way something happens without planning
- An opportunity; favorable circumstances, situation
- Adjective
- Happening by luck; not planned
- Taking a risk to try something
A1
More judge
US /dʒʌdʒ/
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UK /dʒʌdʒ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Person who decides on the results of a contest
- Person who has the power to make a decision
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To reach a decision about who won a contest
- To form an opinion after careful consideration
A2TOEIC
More competition
US /ˌkɑmpɪˈtɪʃən/
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UK /ˌkɒmpəˈtɪʃn/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Fighting against others to win something
- A situation in which people or organizations compete with each other for something that not everyone can have.
A2
More Use Energy
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