Vocabulary

of course: Sure ; Certainly
talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
in terms of
at least: As a minimum
look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
have to: Must do
go back to: To return to a starting point
in particular: Specifically; especially.
going on: To continue doing something
up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
bring back: To cause to remember
along with: In addition to; together with.
reach out: To attempt to communicate with someone.
used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
out there: In or to a place that is far away
in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
in the house: Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
as well as: Also; in addition to
behind the scenes: Secretly or without being known to the public.
at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
hold on: To wait for someone (e.g. on a phone call)
see in: To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
from sea to shining sea: Covering a whole country from one coast to the other.
got to: To arrive at some place
in addition to: Besides; as well as
move on: To decide to change or go to a different place
play out: To use up or exhaust
think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
of interest: Relevant or important to someone or something.
in charge: To be responsible for
in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
look for: To try to find a thing or person that is lost
come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
in the face of: When confronted with something difficult or challenging.
out and about: Having returned to your usual activities after an illness.
go along with: To agree to do something
off of: From a position on something; down from.
back to work: Returning to one's job or professional duties after a period of absence.
lash out: To suddenly attempt to hit someone or something.
figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
proud of you: Feeling pleased and satisfied about something you own or have done, or are connected to.
hand on: To pass or transfer something physically to someone else.
in attendance: Present at a particular event or meeting.
of all time: The best or most significant in history.
in under: Located inside and beneath something.
for the ages: Something memorable and worthy of being remembered forever.
at times: Sometimes; occasionally.
lean towards: To be inclined to support or favor something; to tend to agree with.
run on: To continue longer than expected, e.g. a meeting
rather than: More exactly; more correctly
in the hospital: Located inside a hospital receiving medical care.
in the dark: Uninformed about something; unaware.
not surprisingly: In a way that is not unexpected or predictable.
lay out: To show or explain your plans carefully
behind closed doors: In private; secretly or confidentially.
meet with: To have a meeting with someone in order to discuss something.
also known as: Also called; alternatively named.
have on: To be wearing something.
across from: Being on the other side
of theirs: Belonging to them; their possession or property.
on the part of: By or done by (someone); concerning someone.
do the right thing: To behave in a morally correct or proper way.
based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
bring in: To earn a certain amount of money or profits
to the point: Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
deal with
tie up: To be occupied or engaged in something
boil down: To reduce in volume by boiling; to concentrate.
on to: Toward something; forward
in the end: Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
in motion: Moving; not stationary.
worth mentioning: Important or interesting enough to be spoken about or noted.
at home: In one's own residence or country.
on the streets: Without a home; homeless or exposed outdoors.
break away: To escape from a situation suddenly
come up with: To think of an idea or solution; produce
hang out: To spend time with your friends
thumbs up: A gesture of approval or agreement, indicated by holding a fist with the thumb extended upwards.
while away: To spend time in a relaxed way because you have nothing else to do.
pass on: A polite way of saying 'to die'
know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
roll back
in private: Not in public; in a place where other people cannot see or hear you
for the world: Used to emphasize something would never happen.
for nothing: Without payment or reward; to no purpose or effect; in vain
be with: To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
being with: Accompanying someone; being in someone's presence.
think back: To recapture the past
on the basis of: Because of; using as a reason or justification.
take away from: To reduce the positive effect or value of something.
up until now: Until the present time; so far.
slow down: To reduce the speed
hang over: To be a worry or problem that continues to exist
as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
bring about: To cause to happen
fade away: To disappear slowly
step back: To move backwards; to move away from something.
as with: In the same way that something happens or is true of something else.
in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
allow me: A polite way of offering to do something for someone.
on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
of age: Having reached the legal age of adulthood.
on the ropes: In a very bad situation; close to defeat or failure.
experience in: Knowledge or skill gained from doing something for a period of time.
apart from: Except for; not considering
clock on: To register the start time of work using a time clock.
carry out
for too long: For an excessively extended period.
share in: To participate in something; to have a part or interest in something.
lead to: To result in some action
from the face of the earth: Completely disappeared or destroyed.
no fear: Showing confidence or bravery; not afraid.
by god: An expression of surprise, shock, or emphasis.
as long as: For the period that; provided that.
move into: To start living in a new house or building
around the world: In or to many countries.
handing off: To transfer responsibility or control to someone else.
dwell upon: To think or talk about something for a long time.
stitch together: To sew pieces of cloth or material to form one piece.
in hand: In one's possession or control.
in peace: In a state of tranquility, without disturbance or conflict.
in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
live up: To be as good as expected or promised.
in short order: Very quickly; without delay.
with the exception of: Excluding; not including.
hark back: To refer to or remember something from the past.
look back: To think about past events
out of town: Away from one's usual place of residence or work; absent from the local area.
withdraw from: To take out or remove (something) from a place or container.
call for: To demand, need or require (an action or thing)
opening up: Revealing one's thoughts and feelings; becoming more communicative.
show up: To arrive or be seen at a place, e.g. a party
have a heart: Show mercy or compassion to someone.
at odds: In a state of conflict or disagreement
point out: To make others aware of an idea
left out: To forget; omit
work on: To devote effort to improve or develop something
go ahead: To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
looking out: To take care and watch something carefully
on a daily basis: Happening every day.
of sorts: Of a kind, but not a very good one.
lift off: To take off vertically, as a rocket or helicopter.
head out: To leave a place; depart
live for: To consider something the most important thing in your life; to find purpose or great pleasure in something.
over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
a few moments: A short period of time
in advance: Ahead of time; before something happens
off script: Not following a prepared script; speaking or acting spontaneously.
feel like: To have a desire or inclination for something.
in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
in the midst of: Surrounded by; in the middle of.
doom and gloom: A feeling of pessimism or despair; a focus on negative aspects.
set up
take on: To acquire a new characteristic
get through: To arrive at the end of or finish something
replace with: To put something new in the place of something old or broken.
cobble together: To make something that works but imperfectly
disagree with: To have a different opinion from someone else.
rust belt: A region in the northeastern United States that was formerly dominated by industry.
embrace it: To accept something enthusiastically.
go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
pay back: To return money or a favor
in control: Having the power to direct or regulate something; able to manage or direct a situation or person.
at some point: At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
pull back: To move to a safer area; retreat
in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
this day and age: The present period or modern times.
in this day and age: In the present time; nowadays.
screen in: To enclose a space with a screen or mesh.
engage in: To participate or become involved in something.
box in: To trap or prevent movement by surrounding closely.
on schedule: According to the timetable; not delayed.
back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
on the spot: Immediately; at that location.
in a series: Arranged or happening one after another.
threat to: A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
look to: Be looking to. be planning to (do something)
in contrast to: Differing from something else
in public: In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
in ways: In a manner or by methods that.
from the top: From the beginning.
on the surface: Appearing to be true or real until examined more closely.
turned out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
come together: To assemble or unite; to start working together.
knock on: To strike a door or window to attract attention.
heart and soul: With great enthusiasm and commitment.
serve with: To present food alongside another dish.
next to: Being located along side another
family members: People related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
in keeping with: In agreement with; consistent with.
on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
go on: To continue doing something
for the most part: Generally; mostly; on the whole.
with all due respect: A polite phrase used to express disagreement or criticism.
extraordinary: Beyond what is ordinary; very unusual; remarkable
applause: The sound made by clapping a performance or speech
campaign: To work in an organized, active way towards a goal
executive: A senior manager in a business or organization
infrastructure: Basic necessary equipment for a country or region
expect: To believe something is probably going to happen
force: Group of persons trained for military action; army
bond: Rope, chain or other thing used to tie someone up
capital: Writing the first letter of a word in big letters
political: Being active or interested in government matters
court: To act in a way to shows you wish to marry someone
address: Exact street location of a place
congress: Meeting of elected or appointed representatives
vice: used as part of the title of particular positions. The person who holds one of these positions is next below in authority to the person who holds the full position and can act for them
military: Army or armed forces
democratic: (Of government) giving the people power, a vote
cabinet: Piece of furniture resembling a cupboard
transition: Change from one state, movement, place to another
agenda: Plan or policy to achieve your goal or intentions
administration: Act of giving e.g. medicine to a patient
rhetoric: The study of public speaking or writing techniques
supreme: Greatest in degree/nature/quality; absolute best
moment: Very short or brief period of time
sign: Indication that something exists or will happen
policy: Document stating terms of an insurance agreement
ceremony: Special social or religious event
coverage: Type of programs a radio or TV station broadcasts
speech: A formal talk to an audience
president: Person in charge of a country, or organization
event: Any social gathering; occasion; planned activity
bring: To take or go with someone to a place
government: Group of people and system that rule a nation
senate: A board of governors at a college or university
reform: To re-shape something to a better condition
helicopter: Aircraft with spinning blades at the top
nation: Area or region controlled by a government and army
part: Division of a book
great: Very good; better than before
immigration: Process of moving your home to a new country
base: Place military personnel live, train, and operate
inauguration: Official ceremony to start a new presidency, etc.
country: An area of land that is controlled by a government
bush: A wooden plant that is smaller than a tree
unusual: Being rare or uncommon; not ordinary; strange
divisive: Causing division or disagreement
lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
chuck: To throw carelessly or casually
republican: Supporter of the conservative US political party
united: To join or come together for the same goal
unity: Being in full agreement; being joined together
tax: To require a lot of physical or mental effort
people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
presidency: Fact or period of time of being a president
politic: Careful what you say; diplomatic
face: To cover a surface with something like paint
outgoing: Leaving a place or a position
oath: Promise to do something
incoming: Coming toward a place or position; arriving
tableau: View or sight that looks like a picture

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a few moments
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- Phrase
- A short period of time
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across from
US /əˈkrɔs frʌm/
UK /əˈkrɔs frɔm/
- Preposition
- Being on the other side
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administration
US / ædˌmɪnɪˈstreʃən/
UK /ədˌmɪnɪˈstreɪʃn/
- Uncountable Noun
- Act of giving e.g. medicine to a patient
- The work of running something, e.g. a business
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agenda
US /əˈdʒɛndə/
UK /ə'dʒendə/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Plan or policy to achieve your goal or intentions
- Outcome you want to happen but do not reveal
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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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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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also known as
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- Phrase
- Also called; alternatively named.
- Identified by another term; synonymous with.
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apart from
US /əˈpɑrt frʌm/
UK /əˈpɑ:t frɔm/
- Preposition
- Except for; not considering
- In addition to; as well as
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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 long as
US /æz lɔŋ æz/
UK /æz lɔŋ æz/
- Conjunction
- For the period that; provided that.
- For the length of time that
- Preposition
- On the condition that; providing that.
- Having the same length as.
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as one
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UK
- Adverb
- Acting or moving together at the same time.
- In complete agreement or unity.
- Phrase
- With a single voice or opinion; unanimously.
- In perfect harmony or unison.
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as soon as
US /æz sun æz/
UK /æz su:n æz/
- Phrase
- In a short time after (something happens)
- Without any delay; immediately
- Conjunction
- At the moment that, or immediately after.
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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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as with
US /æz wɪð/
UK /æz wið/
- Preposition
- In the same way that something happens or is true of something else.
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at home
US /æt hom/
UK /æt həum/
- Phrase
- In one's own residence or country.
- Adjective
- Feeling comfortable and relaxed.
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at least
US /æt list/
UK /æt li:st/
- Adverb
- As a minimum
- Not less than
- Phrase
- No less than; at the minimum
- Used to indicate that something is positive in a bad situation.
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at odds
US /æt ɑdz/
UK /æt ɔdz/
- Phrase
- In a state of conflict or disagreement
- Adjective
- In a state of disagreement or conflict.
- Inconsistent or incompatible.
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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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UK
- Phrase
- Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- Nevertheless; however; used to introduce a contrasting or qualifying statement.
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at times
US /æt taɪmz/
UK /æt taɪmz/
- Phrase
- Sometimes; occasionally.
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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 to work
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UK
- Phrase
- Returning to one's job or professional duties after a period of absence.
- Interjection
- An expression used to urge or remind people to resume working.
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base
US /bes/
UK /beɪs/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Place military personnel live, train, and operate
- Bottom part of an object that touches a surface
- Transitive Verb
- To use as the starting point or origin for
- To have as the main location for (company, etc.)
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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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be with
US /bi wɪð/
UK /bi: wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
- To support someone's opinion or cause.
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behind closed doors
US
UK
- Phrase
- In private; secretly or confidentially.
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behind the scenes
US
UK
- Phrase
- Secretly or without being known to the public.
- In a position to influence events without any public knowledge.
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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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boil down
US /bɔɪl daʊn/
UK /bɔil daun/
- Phrasal Verb
- To reduce in volume by boiling; to concentrate.
- To be summarized or reduced to the essentials.
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bond
US /bɑnd/
UK /bɒnd/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Rope, chain or other thing used to tie someone up
- Closeness that is shared between people or groups
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To develop a close relationship with
- To become joined or connected, e.g. using glue
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box in
US /bɑks ɪn/
UK /bɒks ɪn/
- other
- To trap or prevent movement by surrounding closely.
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break away
US /brek əˈwe/
UK /breik əˈwei/
- Phrasal Verb
- To escape from a situation suddenly
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bring about
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To cause to happen
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bring back
US /brɪŋ bæk/
UK /briŋ bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To cause to remember
- To return something
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bring in
US /brɪŋ ɪn/
UK /briŋ in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To earn a certain amount of money or profits
- To add person into existing group, e.g. phone call
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bush
US /bʊʃ/
UK /bʊʃ/
- Noun
- A wooden plant that is smaller than a tree
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by god
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UK
- Interjection
- An expression of surprise, shock, or emphasis.
- An expression of strong promise or determination.
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cabinet
US /ˈkæbənɪt/
UK /ˈkæbɪnət/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Piece of furniture resembling a cupboard
- Group of advisors to a leader of a government
- Adjective
- Relating to the group of senior government ministers.
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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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campaign
US /kæmˈpen/
UK /kæm'peɪn/
- Intransitive Verb
- To work in an organized, active way towards a goal
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Series of actions meant to achieve a goal
- A planned set of military activities intended to achieve a particular objective.
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capital
US /ˈkæpɪtl/
UK /'kæpɪtl/
- Noun
- Writing the first letter of a word in big letters
- Official main city of a country, province or state
- Adjective
- Main, or major
- (Of an offense) liable to the death penalty.
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carry out
US /ˈkæri aʊt/
UK /ˈkæri aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To fulfill or perform your instructions, duty
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To perform or execute a task, order, or plan.
- To remove something or someone from a place.
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ceremony
US /ˈsɛrəˌmoni/
UK /'serəmənɪ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Special social or religious event
- Rigidly formal way of behaving
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chuck
US /tʃʌk/
UK /tʃʌk/
- Transitive Verb
- To throw carelessly or casually
- Proper Noun
- Person's name
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clock on
US /klɑk ɑn/
UK /klɒk ɒn/
- other
- To register the start time of work using a time clock.
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cobble together
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To make something that works but imperfectly
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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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come up with
US /kʌm ʌp wɪð/
UK /kʌm ʌp wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To think of an idea or solution; produce
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congress
US /ˈkɑŋɡrɪs/
UK /'kɒŋɡres/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Meeting of elected or appointed representatives
- Proper Noun
- American governing body of elected representatives
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court
US /kɔrt, kort/
UK /kɔ:t/
- Transitive Verb
- To act in a way to shows you wish to marry someone
- To encourage dangerous behavior
- Noun
- Place king or queen meet people, makes laws etc.
- Place where legal cases are decided
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coverage
US /ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/
UK /ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/
- Uncountable Noun
- Type of programs a radio or TV station broadcasts
- The extent to which something is insured.
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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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democratic
US /ˌdɛməˈkrætɪk/
UK /ˌdeməˈkrætɪk/
- Adjective
- (Of government) giving the people power, a vote
- Based on the principle that all members have equal rights.
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disagree with
US /ˌdɪsəˈɡri wɪð/
UK /ˌdisəˈɡri: wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To have a different opinion from someone else.
- Intransitive Verb
- To cause someone to feel ill or uncomfortable.
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divisive
US /dɪˈvaɪsɪv/
UK /dɪˈvaɪsɪv/
- Adjective
- Causing division or disagreement
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do the right thing
US /du ðə ˈraɪt θɪŋ/
UK /duː ðə ˈraɪt θɪŋ/
- other
- To behave in a morally correct or proper way.
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doom and gloom
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UK
- Uncountable Noun
- A feeling of pessimism or despair; a focus on negative aspects.
- Predictions or talk about a disastrous future.
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dwell upon
US /dwɛl əˈpɑn/
UK /dwel əˈpɒn/
- other
- To think or talk about something for a long time.
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embrace it
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UK
- Transitive Verb
- To accept something enthusiastically.
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engage in
US /ɪn'gedʒ ɪn/
UK /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒ in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To participate or become involved in something.
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executive
US /ɪɡˈzɛkjətɪv/
UK /ɪɡ'zekjətɪv/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- A senior manager in a business or organization
- The branch of government responsible for enforcing laws.
- Adjective
- Of a high ranking job in a company
- Relating to the management of a business or organization.
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experience in
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UK
- 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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extraordinary
US /ɪkˈstrɔ:rdəneri/
UK /ɪkˈstrɔ:dnri/
- Adjective
- Beyond what is ordinary; very unusual; remarkable
- Additional to or different from what is usual or regular.
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fade away
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To disappear slowly
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family members
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UK
- Noun (plural)
- People related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
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feel like
US
UK
- 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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for nothing
US
UK
- Phrase
- Without payment or reward; to no purpose or effect; in vain
- Free; without cost
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for the ages
US /fɚ ðə ˈeidʒəz/
UK /fə ðə ˈeidʒɪz/
- other
- Something memorable and worthy of being remembered forever.
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for the most part
US
UK
- Phrase
- Generally; mostly; on the whole.
- Mostly; generally; in most cases.
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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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for too long
US
UK
- Phrase
- For an excessively extended period.
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from sea to shining sea
US /frəm ˈsi tu ˈʃaɪnɪŋ ˈsi/
UK /frəm ˈsi: tə ˈʃaɪnɪŋ ˈsi:/
- other
- Covering a whole country from one coast to the other.
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from the face of the earth
US /frəm ðə feɪs əv ðə ɝθ/
UK /frəm ðə feɪs əv ðə ɜ:θ/
- other
- Completely disappeared or destroyed.
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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 through
US /ɡɛt θru/
UK /ɡet θru:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To arrive at the end of or finish something
- To succeed in contacting someone by phone
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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 along with
US /ɡo əˈlɔŋ wɪð/
UK /ɡəu əˈlɔŋ wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To agree to do 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 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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go out
US /ɡo aʊt/
UK /ɡəu aut/
- Phrase
- To leave a building (e.g. a house)
- Phrasal Verb
- (Of a fire) to burn out; be extinguished
- Go out of fashion to stop being fashionable
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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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hand on
US /hænd ɑn/
UK /hænd ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To pass or transfer something physically to someone else.
- To pass or transfer knowledge, skills, or traditions to someone else.
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handing off
US
UK
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To transfer responsibility or control to someone else.
- Phrasal Verb
- Present participle of 'hand off'; currently transferring or passing something to someone else.
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hang out
US /hæŋ aʊt/
UK /hæŋ aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To spend time with your friends
- To spend times with friends or relax doing nothing
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hang over
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To be a worry or problem that continues to exist
- To stick out or extend over something in a way that is not vertical
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hark back
US /hɑrk bæk/
UK /hɑ:k bæk/
- other
- To refer to or remember something from the past.
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have a heart
US /hæv ə hɑrt/
UK /hæv ə hɑ:t/
- other
- Show mercy or compassion to someone.
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have on
US /hæv ɑn/
UK /hæv ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To be wearing something.
- To deceive or trick someone, often in a playful way.
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have to
US /hæv tu/
UK /ˈhæv tə/
- Auxiliary Verb
- Must do
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head out
US /hɛd aʊt/
UK /hed aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To leave a place; depart
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heart and soul
US /hɑrt ənd sol/
UK /hɑ:t ænd səul/
- Phrase
- With great enthusiasm and commitment.
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- The most important or essential part of something.
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helicopter
US /ˈhɛlɪˌkɑptɚ/
UK /'helɪkɒptə(r)/
- Countable Noun
- Aircraft with spinning blades at the top
- Transitive Verb
- To transport by helicopter
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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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immigration
US /ˌɪmɪˈɡreɪʃn/
UK /ˌɪmɪˈgreɪʃn/
- Uncountable Noun
- Process of moving your home to a new country
- The number of people immigrating to a country during a specific period.
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in a series
US
UK
- Phrase
- Arranged or happening one after another.
- Occurring sequentially or in a specific order.
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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.
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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
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in attendance
US
UK
- Phrase
- Present at a particular event or meeting.
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in charge
US /ɪn tʃɑrdʒ/
UK /in tʃɑ:dʒ/
- Adverb
- To be responsible for
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in contrast to
US /ɪn ˈkɑntræst tu/
UK /in ˈkɔntræst tu:/
- Phrase
- Differing from something else
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in control
US /ɪn kənˈtrol/
UK /in kənˈtrəul/
- Adjective
- Having the power to direct or regulate something; able to manage or direct a situation or person.
- Possessing self-restraint and the ability to manage one's own behavior and emotions.
- Phrase
- Having command or authority; managing effectively.
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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 general
US /ɪn ˈdʒɛnərəl/
UK /in ˈdʒenərəl/
- Phrase
- Typically; usually; on the whole.
- Not specific or detailed; broadly.
- Adjective
- Not detailed or specific; overall.
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in hand
US /ɪn hænd/
UK /in hænd/
- Phrase
- In one's possession or control.
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in keeping with
US
UK
- Phrase
- In agreement with; consistent with.
- Following or adhering to a particular custom or tradition.
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in motion
US /ɪn ˈmoʃən/
UK /in ˈməuʃən/
- Phrase
- Moving; not stationary.
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in on
US
UK
- Phrase
- To be involved in a secret or plan.
- To be aware of something that is secret or not generally known.
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in particular
US /ɪn pɚˈtɪkjəlɚ/
UK /in pəˈtikjulə/
- Phrase
- Specifically; especially.
- Detailed or precise.
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in peace
US /ɪn pis/
UK /in pi:s/
- Phrase
- In a state of tranquility, without disturbance or conflict.
- In a state of non-war, without armed conflict.
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in private
US /ɪn ˈpraɪvɪt/
UK /in ˈpraivit/
- Phrase
- Not in public; in a place where other people cannot see or hear you
- In a confidential manner; not intended for general knowledge
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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.
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in short order
US /ɪn ʃɔrt ˈɔrdɚ/
UK /in ʃɔ:t ˈɔ:də/
- Phrase
- Very quickly; without delay.
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in terms of
US
UK
- Phrase
- With regard to; concerning a particular aspect.
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in the dark
US /ɪn ði dɑrk/
UK /in ðə dɑ:k/
- Adjective
- Uninformed about something; unaware.
- Phrase
- In a state of secrecy or ignorance.
- In a place with little or no light.
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in the end
US /ɪn ði ɛnd/
UK /in ðə end/
- Phrase
- Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
- Ultimately; as the final result or consequence.
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in the face of
US //ɪn ðə feɪs ɑv//
UK
- Phrase
- When confronted with something difficult or challenging.
- Despite; in defiance of; when confronted with.
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in the future
US /ɪn ði ˈfjutʃɚ/
UK /in ðə ˈfju:tʃə/
- Phrase
- At a later time; in times to come.
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in the hospital
US /ɪn ðə ˈhɑspɪtəl/
UK /in ðə ˈhɒspɪtəl/
- Preposition
- Located inside a hospital receiving medical care.
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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.
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in the midst of
US
UK
- Phrase
- Surrounded by; in the middle of.
- During; while something is happening.
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in the past
US
UK
- Phrase
- During a former period of time; previously.
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in the world
US /ɪn ði wɜrld/
UK /in ðə wɜː(r)ld/
- Phrase
- Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- Used to indicate the extent or degree of something, often in a superlative sense.
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in this day and age
US
UK
- Phrase
- In the present time; nowadays.
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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.
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in under
US
UK
- Preposition
- Located inside and beneath something.
- Covered or concealed by something.
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in ways
US
UK
- Phrase
- In a manner or by methods that.
- In certain respects or aspects.
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inauguration
US /ɪnˌɔɡjəˈreʃən/
UK /ɪˌnɔ:ɡjə'reɪʃn/
- Noun
- Official ceremony to start a new presidency, etc.
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incoming
US /ˈɪnˌkʌmɪŋ/
UK /ˈɪnkʌmɪŋ/
- Adjective
- Coming toward a place or position; arriving
- Newly elected or appointed; succeeding to a position.
- Uncountable Noun
- Money or revenue received.
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infrastructure
US /ˈɪnfrəˌstrʌktʃɚ/
UK /'ɪnfrəstrʌktʃə(r)/
- Uncountable Noun
- Basic necessary equipment for a country or region
- The underlying framework or system of an organization.
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knock on
US /nɑk ɑn/
UK /nɔk ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To strike a door or window to attract attention.
- Intransitive Verb
- (In rugby) to drop the ball forward.
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know about
US /noʊ əˈbaʊt/
UK /nəʊ əˈbaut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
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lash out
US /læʃ aʊt/
UK /læʃ aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To suddenly attempt to hit someone or something.
- To criticize someone angrily.
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lay out
US /le aʊt/
UK /lei aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To show or explain your plans carefully
- To spread something out; arrange something in a particular way.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To arrange according to a plan or design.
- To spread out for viewing; display.
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lead to
US /lid tu/
UK /li:d tu:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To result in some action
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To have something as a consequence or result.
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lean towards
US /lin 'təuədz/
UK /li:n tə'wɔ:dz/
- Phrasal Verb
- To be inclined to support or favor something; to tend to agree with.
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left out
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To forget; omit
- To exclude someone or something; to not include.
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lift off
US /lɪft ɔf/
UK /lift ɔf/
- Phrasal Verb
- To take off vertically, as a rocket or helicopter.
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live for
US /liv fɔr/
UK /liv fɔ:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To consider something the most important thing in your life; to find purpose or great pleasure in something.
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live up
US /liv ʌp/
UK /liv ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To be as good as expected or promised.
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look at
US /lʊk æt/
UK /luk æt/
- Phrasal Verb
- To use your eyes to focus on something
- To focus your eyes on something carefully
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look back
US /lʊk bæk/
UK /luk bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To think about past events
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look for
US /lʊk fɔr/
UK /luk fɔ:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To try to find a thing or person that is lost
- To expect or anticipate something.
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look to
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- Be looking to. be planning to (do something)
- To expect someone to do something for you; rely on
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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
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meet with
US /mit wɪð/
UK /mi:t wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To have a meeting with someone in order to discuss something.
- To encounter or experience something, often something negative.
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military
US /ˈmɪlɪˌtɛri/
UK /'mɪlətrɪ/
- Noun
- Army or armed forces
- Adjective
- Concerning the army or navy
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move into
US /muv ˈɪntu/
UK /mu:v ˈɪntuː/
- Phrasal Verb
- To start living in a new house or building
- To start being involved in a new area of business or activity.
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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.
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next to
US /nɛkst tu/
UK /nekst tu:/
- Preposition
- Being located along side another
- In comparison with
- Adverb
- Almost; nearly
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no fear
US /no fɪɚ/
UK /nəʊ fɪə/
- other
- Showing confidence or bravery; not afraid.
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no matter
US
UK
- Conjunction
- Regardless of; it does not matter.
- Adverb
- Regardless of; it is not important
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not surprisingly
US
UK
- Phrase
- In a way that is not unexpected or predictable.
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oath
US /oθ/
UK /əʊθ/
- Noun
- Promise to do something
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of age
US /əv eɪdʒ/
UK /əv eɪdʒ/
- other
- Having reached the legal age of adulthood.
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of all time
US /ʌv ɔl taɪm/
UK /ɔv ɔ:l taim/
- Adjective
- The best or most significant in history.
- Phrase
- Ever; in all of history.
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of course
US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/
UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/
- Adverb
- Sure ; Certainly
- Phrase
- For sure; certainly
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of interest
US /əv ˈɪntrɪst/
UK /əv ˈɪntrəst/
- other
- Relevant or important to someone or something.
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of sorts
US
UK
- Phrase
- Of a kind, but not a very good one.
- Used to describe something when you cannot be more precise.
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of theirs
US /ʌv ðɛrz/
UK /əv ðeəz/
- other
- Belonging to them; their possession or property.
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off of
US /ɔf ʌv/
UK /ɔf ɔv/
- Preposition
- From a position on something; down from.
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off script
US
UK
- Adverb
- Not following a prepared script; speaking or acting spontaneously.
- Deviating from the planned or expected course of action.
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on a daily basis
US
UK
- Phrase
- Happening every day.
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on earth
US /ɑn ɚθ/
UK /ɔn ə:θ/
- Phrase
- Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
- Used to emphasize that something is not possible or will not happen.
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on schedule
US
UK
- Phrase
- According to the timetable; not delayed.
- Adjective
- Planned or expected to happen at a particular time.
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on the basis of
US
UK
- Phrase
- Because of; using as a reason or justification.
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on the other hand
US
UK
- Phrase
- Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
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on the part of
US
UK
- Phrase
- By or done by (someone); concerning someone.
- As far as (someone or something) is concerned; by (someone or something).
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on the ropes
US
UK
- Idiom
- In a very bad situation; close to defeat or failure.
- Phrase
- In boxing, leaning against the ropes and in a defensive position, often close to losing.
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on the spot
US /ɑn ði spɑt/
UK /ɔn ðə spɔt/
- Phrase
- Immediately; at that location.
- Present and ready for action or responsibility.
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on the streets
US /ɑn ðə strits/
UK /ɒn ðə stri:ts/
- other
- Without a home; homeless or exposed outdoors.
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on the surface
US /ɑn ði ˈsɚfəs/
UK /ɔn ðə ˈsə:fis/
- Phrase
- Appearing to be true or real until examined more closely.
- Located on the outer part or uppermost layer of something.
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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.
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opening up
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- Revealing one's thoughts and feelings; becoming more communicative.
- Creating new opportunities or possibilities.
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out and about
US /aʊt ənd əˈbaʊt/
UK /aut ænd əˈbaut/
- Phrase
- Having returned to your usual activities after an illness.
- Traveling to different places.
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out of town
US /aʊt ʌv taʊn/
UK /aut ɔv taun/
- Phrase
- Away from one's usual place of residence or work; absent from the local area.
- Adjective
- Not available in the local area; absent and unreachable.
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out there
US /aʊt ðɛr/
UK /aut ðɛə/
- Adverb
- In or to a place that is far away
- Existing in the universe
- Adjective
- Unconventional; strange; avant-garde
- Existing or available.
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outgoing
US /ˈaʊtgoʊɪŋ/
UK /ˈaʊtgəʊɪŋ/
- Adjective
- Leaving a place or a position
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over to
US
UK
- Preposition
- Used to hand over to someone else to speak
- The responsibility is now yours
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pass on
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- A polite way of saying 'to die'
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pay back
US /pe bæk/
UK /pei bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To return money or a favor
- To take revenge on someone for doing something bad
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play out
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To use up or exhaust
- To develop or happen in a particular way.
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point out
US /pɔɪnt aʊt/
UK /pɔint aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To make others aware of an idea
- To draw attention to something or someone
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policy
US /ˈpɑlɪsi/
UK /'pɒləsɪ/
- Noun
- Document stating terms of an insurance agreement
- Course of action proposed by an organization, etc.
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politic
US /ˈpɑlɪtɪk/
UK /ˈpɒlətɪk/
- Adjective
- Careful what you say; diplomatic
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political
US /pəˈlɪtɪkəl/
UK /pəˈlɪtɪkl/
- Adjective
- Being active or interested in government matters
- Diplomatic
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presidency
US /ˈprɛzɪdənsi, -ˌdɛn-/
UK /ˈprezɪdənsi/
- Uncountable Noun
- Fact or period of time of being a president
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president
US /ˈprɛzɪdənt,-ˌdɛnt/
UK /ˈprezɪdənt/
- Noun
- Person in charge of a country, or organization
- The highest-ranking executive in a corporation or organization.
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proud of you
US
UK
- Phrase
- Feeling pleased and satisfied about something you own or have done, or are connected to.
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pull back
US /pʊl bæk/
UK /pul bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To move to a safer area; retreat
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rather than
US
UK
- Adverb
- More exactly; more correctly
- Preferably; instead
- Preposition
- Instead of
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reach out
US /ritʃ aʊt/
UK /ri:tʃ aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To attempt to communicate with someone.
- To offer help and support to someone.
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reform
US /rɪˈfɔrm/
UK /rɪ'fɔ:m/
- Transitive Verb
- To re-shape something to a better condition
- To (cause to) lead a non-criminal life
- Noun
- An improvement, especially in a person's behaviour or in the structure of something
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replace with
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To put something new in the place of something old or broken.
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republican
US /rɪˈpʌblɪkən/
UK /rɪˈpʌblɪkən/
- Countable Noun
- Supporter of the conservative US political party
- Adjective
- Of a republic; not favoring a monarchy
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rhetoric
US /ˈrɛtərɪk/
UK /ˈretərɪk/
- Uncountable Noun
- The study of public speaking or writing techniques
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roll back
US /rol bæk/
UK /rəul bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To restore a system or database to a previous state.
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run on
US /rʌn ɑn/
UK /rʌn ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To continue longer than expected, e.g. a meeting
- To talk without stopping, often on the same topic
- Intransitive Verb
- To continue without a break or clear separation, especially in writing.
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rust belt
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UK
- Proper Noun
- A region in the northeastern United States that was formerly dominated by industry.
- Phrase
- A region of the United States characterized by declining industry, aging factories, and a falling population.
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same time
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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.
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screen in
US /skrin ɪn/
UK /skri:n ɪn/
- other
- To enclose a space with a screen or mesh.
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see in
US /si ɪn/
UK /si: in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
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senate
US /ˈsɛnɪt/
UK /'senət/
- Noun
- A board of governors at a college or university
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serve with
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To present food alongside another dish.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To work or perform duties alongside someone in a military or organizational context.
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set up
US /sɛt ʌp/
UK /set ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To make arrangements for something; establish
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To arrange or prepare something for use.
- To start a business, organization, etc.
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share in
US /ʃɛr ɪn/
UK /ʃɛə in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To participate in something; to have a part or interest in something.
- To receive a portion of something, such as profits or losses.
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show up
US /ʃo ʌp/
UK /ʃəu ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To arrive or be seen at a place, e.g. a party
- To be noticeably better than (someone else)
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slow down
US /slo daʊn/
UK /sləu daun/
- Phrasal Verb
- To reduce the speed
- To become less active or busy.
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speech
US /spitʃ/
UK /spi:tʃ/
- Uncountable Noun
- A formal talk to an audience
- Expression of ideas or opinions by talking
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step back
US /stɛp bæk/
UK /step bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To move backwards; to move away from something.
- To take a break from something; to gain perspective.
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stitch together
US /stɪtʃ təˈɡɛðɚ/
UK /stɪtʃ təˈɡeðə/
- other
- To sew pieces of cloth or material to form one piece.
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supreme
US /sʊˈprim/
UK /su:ˈpri:m/
- Adjective
- Greatest in degree/nature/quality; absolute best
- Holding the highest power, status or authority
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tableau
US /ˈtæbˌlo, tæˈblo/
UK /ˈtæbləʊ/
- Noun
- View or sight that looks like a picture
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take away from
US /tek əˈwe frʌm/
UK /teik əˈwei frɔm/
- Phrasal Verb
- To reduce the positive effect or value of something.
- To remove or detract from a particular quality or fact.
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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
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talking about
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To discuss a particular topic.
- To be constantly mentioning or bringing up a subject.
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tax
US /tæks/
UK /tæks/
- Transitive Verb
- To require a lot of physical or mental effort
- (Government) to take money from a country's people
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Money taken by a government from its people
- A heavy demand or burden.
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think back
US /θɪŋk bæk/
UK /θiŋk bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To recapture the past
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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
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this day and age
US /ðɪs deɪ ənd eɪdʒ/
UK /ðɪs deɪ ənd eɪdʒ/
- other
- The present period or modern times.
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threat to
US
UK
- Phrase
- A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
- A statement of an intention to inflict pain, injury, damage, or other hostile action on someone in retribution for or opposition to something done or not done.
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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.
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tie up
US /taɪ ʌp/
UK /tai ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To be occupied or engaged in something
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to let
US /tu lɛt/
UK /tu let/
- Preposition
- Indicates that a property is available for rent.
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to the point
US /tu ði pɔɪnt/
UK /tu: ðə pɔint/
- Adjective
- Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
- Phrase
- Relevant and pertinent to the matter at hand.
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transition
US /trænˈzɪʃən, -ˈsɪʃ-/
UK /trænˈzɪʃn/
- Noun
- Change from one state, movement, place to another
- Intransitive Verb
- To change state, movement, place, or subject
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turned out
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To arrive for a public event or entertainment
- To happen to be in the end
- Transitive Verb
- To extinguish or switch off lights.
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united
US /juˈnaɪtɪd/
UK /jʊ'naɪtɪd/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To join or come together for the same goal
- Adjective
- Joined or combined together
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unity
US /ˈjunɪti/
UK /'ju:nətɪ/
- Uncountable Noun
- Being in full agreement; being joined together
- Quality of having parts that fit or work together
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unusual
US /ʌnˈjuʒuəl/
UK /ʌnˈju:ʒuəl/
- Adjective
- Being rare or uncommon; not ordinary; strange
- Remarkable or interesting because different from or better than others.
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up there
US /ʌp ðɛr/
UK /ʌp ðɛə/
- Adverb
- In or to a higher place or position; far away.
- In heaven.
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up until now
US
UK
- Phrase
- Until the present time; so far.
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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
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vice
US /ˌvaɪ.sə/
UK /ˌvaɪs/
- Noun
- used as part of the title of particular positions. The person who holds one of these positions is next below in authority to the person who holds the full position and can act for them
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- a moral fault or weakness in someone's character
- illegal and immoral activities, especially involving illegal sex, drugs, etc.
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while away
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To spend time in a relaxed way because you have nothing else to do.
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with all due respect
US /wɪð ɔl du rɪˈspɛkt/
UK /wið ɔ:l dju: risˈpekt/
- Phrase
- A polite phrase used to express disagreement or criticism.
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with the exception of
US
UK
- Phrase
- Excluding; not including.
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withdraw from
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To take out or remove (something) from a place or container.
- To stop participating in or being involved with something.
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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.
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worth mentioning
US
UK
- Phrase
- Important or interesting enough to be spoken about or noted.
- Significant enough to warrant attention or discussion.
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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

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UK/breɪv/

adj.Brave

v.t.To bravely face

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Coverage of Donald Trump's Inauguration

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Amy.Lin posted on 2017/01/30

Ever wondered about the atmosphere and key moments of a U.S. presidential inauguration? This video dives into Donald Trump's 2017 Inaugural Address, packed with advanced vocabulary and complex sentence structures that will really boost your English skills. You'll gain cultural insights and learn specialized terms related to political events and executive orders!

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