Vocabulary

  • in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
  • in turn: One after the other in a sequence or rotation.
  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • such as: For example; like
  • have to: Must do
  • along with: In addition to; together with.
  • for example: As an illustration or instance.
  • based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
  • of a sudden: Quickly and unexpectedly; suddenly.
  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • got to: To arrive at some place
  • come from: To have as your native country or city
  • at least: As a minimum
  • to do with: To be about something; concern
  • rather than: More exactly; more correctly
  • going on: To continue doing something
  • talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
  • used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
  • think about: To consider something carefully.
  • in other words: Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
  • much about: A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
  • also known as: Also called; alternatively named.
  • symbol of: Something that represents or stands for something else, especially an object representing an abstract idea.
  • on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
  • on the cross: Positioned on or attached to the Christian crucifix symbol.
  • back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
  • on the back of: As a result of or following something.
  • be with: To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
  • work at: To have a job at a particular place or organization.
  • go on: To continue doing something
  • evidence of: Facts, objects, or signs that make you believe that something is true.
  • cope with: To deal successfully with a difficult situation.
  • up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
  • same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
  • go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
  • call in: To ask others for help when in need
  • in advance: Ahead of time; before something happens
  • the bottom line: The most important thing; the essential point.
  • in power: Having control of a country or organization.
  • wake up: To stop sleeping
  • turned out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
  • force in: To enter a place by applying physical force.
  • in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
  • on the spot: Immediately; at that location.
  • come along: To go with someone who takes the lead
  • set up
  • lead to: To result in some action
  • set you free: To release something that wasn't free to leave
  • of all time: The best or most significant in history.
  • for instance: As an example.
  • as follows: Used to introduce a list or explanation.
  • crown of thorns: A symbolic crown made of thorny branches, associated with the Passion of Christ.
  • in the clouds: Lost in thought; daydreaming or distracted.
  • abundant in: Present in great quantity; plentiful in.
  • by god: An expression of surprise, shock, or emphasis.
  • come before: To happen or exist earlier in time than something else.
  • first three: The initial three items or elements in a series or sequence.
  • at best: Under the most optimistic or favorable circumstances; the most that can be hoped for.
  • consists of: Is made up or composed of.
  • from the dead: Returned to life after being dead.
  • figure for: To calculate or estimate something, especially costs or amounts.
  • to the effect: Expressed in a way conveying the general meaning or intention.
  • enter into: To begin or become involved in something, such as an agreement or activity.
  • set off: To start a journey
  • on purpose: Intentionally; deliberately.
  • get at: To criticize someone, often personally
  • on television: Appearing or broadcast on TV.
  • in addition to: Besides; as well as
  • take down: To capture physically
  • go public: To offer shares of a company to the public on the stock market for the first time.
  • speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
  • in writing: Expressed or presented in written form, rather than spoken.
  • run by: To be managed or controlled by someone or a group.
  • right next to: Immediately adjacent to; in very close proximity to.
  • back off: To stop supporting; lose courage
  • next to: Being located along side another
  • meet with: To have a meeting with someone in order to discuss something.
  • on behalf of: As the representative of someone
  • close up: A photograph or film shot taken of a subject at close range.
  • except for: Not including; excluding.
  • in the ground: Located within or beneath the surface of the earth.
  • highly unlikely: Not likely to happen or be true; improbable.
  • from the top: From the beginning.
  • out of the way: Remote; isolated.
  • like a knife through butter: Something done with great ease and smoothness.
  • cut through: To pass or go directly through something, often overcoming an obstacle.
  • due to: Because of; owing to
  • send up: To make fun of by Imitating
  • on alert: In a state of readiness or vigilance; watchful and prepared for potential danger or action.
  • at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
  • in pairs: Divided into or working as two people together.
  • under oath: Having promised legally to tell the truth in court.
  • in public: In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
  • found out: To learn or discover something, often after some effort.
  • new level: A higher or improved stage of achievement or quality.
  • keep it together: To remain calm and in control of your emotions, especially in a difficult situation.
  • look back: To think about past events
  • in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
  • blow up: To suddenly become angry
  • out there: In or to a place that is far away
  • stand down: To end a state of readiness, e.g. for war
  • under the counter: Sold secretly and illegally without official approval.
  • in the house: Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
  • on the part of: By or done by (someone); concerning someone.
  • in particular: Specifically; especially.
  • with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
  • of interest: Relevant or important to someone or something.
  • in the long run: Eventually; over a long period of time.
  • critical to: Extremely important or essential.
  • in motion: Moving; not stationary.
  • en route: On the way; during a journey.
  • over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
  • push through: To continue with a plan or activity despite difficulties or opposition.
  • in exchange for: Given or done as an equivalent or substitute for.
  • at home: In one's own residence or country.
  • outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
  • warm up: To gently exercise muscles before doing sport
  • at a discount: For sale at a lower than usual price.
  • buy up: To buy all of something for sale
  • economic collapse: A severe and prolonged downturn in economic activity.
  • turn in: To produce or achieve a good performance
  • in circulation: Available and being used by the public.
  • centered around: To have (something) as the main subject or focus.
  • under the surface: Not obvious or apparent; existing out of sight.
  • on board: Being on a ship, plane, or other vehicle
  • by itself: Alone; without help or assistance.
  • as such: Something previously stated or understood
  • major general: A high-ranking officer in the army, above a brigadier general and below a lieutenant general.
  • first shot: The first attempt at doing something.
  • made public: To reveal or announce something to everyone.
  • worth mentioning: Important or interesting enough to be spoken about or noted.
  • upwards of: More than; at least.
  • do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
  • fully operational: Completely functioning and ready for use.
  • apart from: Except for; not considering
  • against you: In opposition to you.
  • at large: (of a person or animal, especially one that is dangerous) not captured; free.
  • take over: To gain control of (a company) from someone else
  • in accord: Being in agreement or harmony with others.
  • every kind of: Each and all types of something; all varieties of.
  • in the way: Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
  • make or break: Capable of ensuring success or causing failure.
  • in God's name: Used to express surprise, anger, or urgency.
  • care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
  • turn off
  • in control: Having the power to direct or regulate something; able to manage or direct a situation or person.
  • on camera: While being filmed or recorded.
  • in the hands of: Under the control or responsibility of someone.
  • as long as: For the period that; provided that.
  • at school: Present and attending school.
  • stand out
  • being with: Accompanying someone; being in someone's presence.
  • at war: Engaged in a war; fighting
  • come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
  • run amok: To behave uncontrollably and disruptively.
  • people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
  • world: All the humans, events, activities on the earth
  • trade: A specific industry, e.g. shoe making
  • government: Group of people and system that rule a nation
  • age: To keep food, wine for a long time to improve it
  • federal: Consisting of several united states
  • American: Person from the USA
  • center: Community place people go health or social reasons
  • reserve: To arrange for a room or table be kept for you
  • commission: Money paid for a service, e.g. money exchanging
  • money: Coins or notes we use to pay for things
  • explosion: Loud and sudden expression of emotion
  • war: Situation where armies fight each other
  • steel: Very strong or determined character in a person
  • building: To establish e.g. a reputation, over time
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    • abundant in

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      • Adjective
      • Present in great quantity; plentiful in.
      • Well-supplied with something.
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    • against you

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      • Preposition
      • In opposition to you.
      • Expressing disagreement or disapproval of you.
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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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    • as follows

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Used to introduce a list or explanation.
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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 such

      US /æz sʌtʃ/

      UK /æz sʌtʃ/

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

      US /ət ə ˈdɪskaʊnt/

      UK /ət ə ˈdɪskaunt/

      • other
      • For sale at a lower than usual price.
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    • at best

      US /æt bɛst/

      UK /æt best/

      • Phrase
      • Under the most optimistic or favorable circumstances; the most that can be hoped for.
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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 large

      US /æt lɑrdʒ/

      UK /æt lɑ:dʒ/

      • Adjective
      • (of a person or animal, especially one that is dangerous) not captured; free.
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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 school

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      • Phrase
      • Present and attending school.
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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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    • at war

      US /æt wɔr/

      UK /æt wɔ:/

      • Phrase
      • Engaged in a war; fighting
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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 off

      US /bæk ɔf/

      UK /bæk ɔf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To stop supporting; lose courage
      • To decide to not carry out a threat
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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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    • 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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    • blow up

      US /blo ʌp/

      UK /bləu ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To suddenly become angry
      • To put air in something, e.g. a tire or balloon
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To explode; to be destroyed by an explosion.
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    • buy up

      US /baɪ ʌp/

      UK /bai ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To buy all of something for sale
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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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    • by itself

      US /baɪ ɪtˈsɛlf/

      UK /bai itˈself/

      • Adverb
      • Alone; without help or assistance.
      • Without any external influence or aid.
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    • call in

      US /kɔl ɪn/

      UK /kɔ:l in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To ask others for help when in need
      • To make a phone call to your office; to contact
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    • care of

      US /kɛr ʌv/

      UK /kɛə ɔv/

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

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have (something) as the main subject or focus.
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    • close up

      US /kloz ʌp/

      UK /kləuz ʌp/

      • Countable Noun
      • A photograph or film shot taken of a subject at close range.
      • Adverb
      • To move nearer to someone or something.
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    • come along

      US /kʌm əˈlɔŋ/

      UK /kʌm əˈlɔŋ/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To go with someone who takes the lead
      • To make progress toward a goal
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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 before

      US /kʌm bɪˈfɔr/

      UK /kʌm biˈfɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To happen or exist earlier in time than something else.
      • To be considered more important than something else.
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    • come from

      US /kʌm frʌm/

      UK /kʌm frɔm/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have as your native country or city
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    • commission

      US /kəˈmɪʃən/

      UK /kə'mɪʃn/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Money paid for a service, e.g. money exchanging
      • An official role or title in the military
      • Transitive Verb
      • To hire someone, order work to be done for payment
      • To formally ask someone to create or produce something.
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    • consists of

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • Is made up or composed of.
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    • cope with

      US /kop wɪð/

      UK /kəup wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To deal successfully with a difficult situation.
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    • critical to

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      UK

      • Adjective
      • Extremely important or essential.
      • Of decisive importance with reference to the outcome of something; vital.
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    • crown of thorns

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      UK

      • Noun
      • A symbolic crown made of thorny branches, associated with the Passion of Christ.
      • A succulent plant (Euphorbia milii) with a thorny stem and colorful bracts.
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    • cut through

      US /kʌt θru/

      UK /kʌt θru:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To pass or go directly through something, often overcoming an obstacle.
      • To overcome resistance or opposition effectively.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To make a path or opening by cutting.
      • To deeply affect someone's emotions or defenses.
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    • do in

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      UK

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

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      • Noun
      • A severe and prolonged downturn in economic activity.
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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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    • enter into

      US /ˈɛntɚ ˈɪntu/

      UK /ˈentə ˈɪntuː/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To begin or become involved in something, such as an agreement or activity.
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    • every kind of

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      • Determiner
      • Each and all types of something; all varieties of.
      • A wide assortment or range of something.
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    • evidence of

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      • Phrase
      • Facts, objects, or signs that make you believe that something is true.
      • Something that shows that something else exists or is true.
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    • except for

      US /ɪkˈsɛpt fɔr/

      UK /ikˈsept fɔ:/

      • Preposition
      • Not including; excluding.
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    • explosion

      US /ɪkˈsploʒən/

      UK /ɪkˈspləʊʒn/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Loud and sudden expression of emotion
      • Sudden increase of something
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    • federal

      US /ˈfɛdərəl, ˈfɛdrəl/

      UK /'fedərəl/

      • Adjective
      • Consisting of several united states
      • Relating to a system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units.
      • Proper Noun
      • The central banking system of the United States.
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    • figure for

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To calculate or estimate something, especially costs or amounts.
      • To expect or anticipate something.
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    • first shot

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      • Noun
      • The first attempt at doing something.
      • The first opportunity to do something.
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    • first three

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      • Determiner
      • The initial three items or elements in a series or sequence.
      • Adjective
      • Referring to the top three positions in a ranking or competition.
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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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    • force in

      US /fɔrs ɪn/

      UK /fɔ:rs ɪn/

      • other
      • To enter a place by applying physical force.
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    • found out

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      UK

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

      US /frəm ðə dɛd/

      UK /frəm ðə ded/

      • other
      • Returned to life after being dead.
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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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    • fully operational

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      • Adjective
      • Completely functioning and ready for use.
      • Ready for military action or deployment.
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    • get at

      US /ɡɛt æt/

      UK /ɡet æt/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To criticize someone, often personally
      • To imply something; hint at
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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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    • go public

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      • Intransitive Verb
      • To offer shares of a company to the public on the stock market for the first time.
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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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    • highly unlikely

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      • Adjective
      • Not likely to happen or be true; improbable.
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    • in accord

      US /ɪn əˈkɔrd/

      UK /ɪn əˈkɔ:d/

      • other
      • Being in agreement or harmony with others.
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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 circulation

      US /ɪn ˌsɚkjəˈleʃən/

      UK /in ˌsə:kjuˈleiʃən/

      • Adjective
      • Available and being used by the public.
      • Being passed from person to person.
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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 exchange for

      US /ɪn ɪksˈtʃendʒ fɔr/

      UK /in iksˈtʃeindʒ fɔ:/

      • Phrase
      • Given or done as an equivalent or substitute for.
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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.
      C2
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    • in God's name

      US /ɪn ɡɑdz neɪm/

      UK /ɪn ɡɒdz neɪm/

      • other
      • Used to express surprise, anger, or urgency.
      B2
      More
    • in motion

      US /ɪn ˈmoʃən/

      UK /in ˈməuʃən/

      • Phrase
      • Moving; not stationary.
      C2
      More
    • in other words

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
      More
    • in pairs

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Divided into or working as two people together.
      A1
      More
    • in particular

      US /ɪn pɚˈtɪkjəlɚ/

      UK /in pəˈtikjulə/

      • Phrase
      • Specifically; especially.
      • Detailed or precise.
      A1
      More
    • in power

      US /ɪn ˈpaʊɚ/

      UK /in ˈpauə/

      • Adjective
      • Having control of a country or organization.
      • Phrase
      • During a period of holding authority or control.
      B1
      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
      More
    • in the clouds

      US /ɪn ðə ˈklaʊdz/

      UK /in ðə ˈklaudz/

      • other
      • Lost in thought; daydreaming or distracted.
      B1
      More
    • in the ground

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Located within or beneath the surface of the earth.
      • Referring to something placed or growing in soil.
      A1
      More
    • in the hands of

      US /ɪn ðə ˈhændz ʌv/

      UK /in ðə ˈhændz ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Under the control or responsibility of someone.
      B1
      More
    • in the house

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Eventually; over a long period of time.
      A1
      More
    • in the way

      US /ɪn ði we/

      UK /in ðə wei/

      • Phrase
      • Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
      • Stored or placed so as to be available or ready when needed.
      A1
      More
    • in the world

      US /ɪn ði wɜrld/

      UK /in ðə wɜː(r)ld/

      • Phrase
      • Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
      • Used to indicate the extent or degree of something, often in a superlative sense.
      A1
      More
    • in turn

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • One after the other in a sequence or rotation.
      A1
      More
    • in writing

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Expressed or presented in written form, rather than spoken.
      • Officially recorded in a written document, especially for legal purposes.
      A1
      More
    • keep it together

      US

      UK

      • Idiom
      • To remain calm and in control of your emotions, especially in a difficult situation.
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • like a knife through butter

      US /laɪk ə naɪf θru ˈbʌtɚ/

      UK /laɪk ə naɪf θruː ˈbʌtə/

      • other
      • Something done with great ease and smoothness.
      B2
      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 back

      US /lʊk bæk/

      UK /luk bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To think about past events
      A1
      More
    • made public

      US

      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To reveal or announce something to everyone.
      A1
      More
    • major general

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • A high-ranking officer in the army, above a brigadier general and below a lieutenant general.
      B1
      More
    • make or break

      US /mek ɔr brek/

      UK /meik ɔ: breik/

      • Adjective
      • Capable of ensuring success or causing failure.
      • Noun
      • A situation that will either ensure success or cause failure.
      A2
      More
    • 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.
      More
    • much about

      US /mʌtʃ əˈbaʊt/

      UK /mʌtʃ əˈbaut/

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

      US /nɛkst tu/

      UK /nekst tu:/

      • Preposition
      • Being located along side another
      • In comparison with
      • Adverb
      • Almost; nearly
      A1
      More
    • of a sudden

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Quickly and unexpectedly; suddenly.
      B2
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • of course

      US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/

      UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/

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

      US /əv ˈɪntrɪst/

      UK /əv ˈɪntrəst/

      • other
      • Relevant or important to someone or something.
      B2
      More
    • on alert

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • In a state of readiness or vigilance; watchful and prepared for potential danger or action.
      • Attentive and responsive to changes in a patient's condition; ready to provide immediate care if needed.
      • Phrase
      • In a state of heightened security or readiness to respond to potential threats or emergencies.
      C1
      More
    • on behalf of

      US /ɑn bɪˈhæf ʌv/

      UK /ɔn biˈhɑ:f ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • As the representative of someone
      • Acting as a representative of.
      B1
      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 camera

      US /ɑn ˈkæmərə/

      UK /ɔn ˈkæmərə/

      • Adverb
      • While being filmed or recorded.
      • Adjective
      • Having qualities that make one appear good or effective when filmed.
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • on purpose

      US /ɑn ˈpɚpəs/

      UK /ɔn ˈpə:pəs/

      • Idiom
      • Intentionally; deliberately.
      • Phrase
      • Intentionally; deliberately.
      A1
      More
    • on television

      US /ɑn ˈtɛləvɪʒən/

      UK /ɒn ˈtelɪvɪʒən/

      • other
      • Appearing or broadcast on TV.
      A2
      More
    • on the back of

      US /ɑn ðə bæk əv/

      UK /ɒn ðə bæk əv/

      • other
      • As a result of or following something.
      B2
      More
    • on the cross

      US /ɑn ðə krɔs/

      UK /ɒn ðə krɒs/

      • Preposition
      • Positioned on or attached to the Christian crucifix symbol.
      C2
      More
    • 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).
      A1
      More
    • on the spot

      US /ɑn ði spɑt/

      UK /ɔn ðə spɔt/

      • Phrase
      • Immediately; at that location.
      • Present and ready for action or responsibility.
      A1
      More
    • out of the way

      US /aʊt ʌv ði we/

      UK /aut ɔv ðə wei/

      • Adjective
      • Remote; isolated.
      • No longer obstructing or hindering.
      • Phrase
      • Not obstructing or impeding progress; in a position where one does not cause an obstruction.
      • Completed; finished; no longer needing attention.
      B1
      More
    • out there

      US /aʊt ðɛr/

      UK /aut ðɛə/

      • Adverb
      • In or to a place that is far away
      • Existing in the universe
      • Adjective
      • Unconventional; strange; avant-garde
      • Existing or available.
      A1
      More
    • outside of

      US /aʊtˈsaɪd ʌv/

      UK /ˌautˈsaid ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
      • Beyond the scope, range, or limits of something.
      A1
      More
    • over to

      US

      UK

      • Preposition
      • Used to hand over to someone else to speak
      • The responsibility is now yours
      More
    • push through

      US /pʊʃ θru/

      UK /puʃ θru:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continue with a plan or activity despite difficulties or opposition.
      • To make progress by pushing people or things aside.
      B1
      More
    • rather than

      US

      UK

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

      US /rɪˈzɚv/

      UK /rɪ'zɜ:v/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To arrange for a room or table be kept for you
      • To not use all of, so you can use it later
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Area of land set aside as for a people
      • Park or area for wildlife to roam free
      A2
      More
    • right next to

      US

      UK

      • Preposition
      • Immediately adjacent to; in very close proximity to.
      • Figuratively very close to; on the verge of.
      A1
      More
    • run amok

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To behave uncontrollably and disruptively.
      A1
      More
    • run by

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be managed or controlled by someone or a group.
      • To show or tell something to someone briefly to get their opinion or approval.
      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
    • send up

      US /sɛnd ʌp/

      UK /send ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make fun of by Imitating
      A1
      More
    • set off

      US /sɛt ɔf/

      UK /set ɒf/

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

      US

      UK

      • Transitive Verb
      • To release something that wasn't free to leave
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To release someone from an obligation or promise
      A1
      More
    • speak to

      US /spik tu/

      UK /spi:k tu:/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To address or communicate with someone.
      • To indicate or suggest something; to be relevant to.
      A1
      More
    • stand down

      US /stænd daʊn/

      UK /stænd daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To end a state of readiness, e.g. for war
      • To withdraw, e.g. from a fight or contest
      A1
      More
    • stand out

      US /stænd aʊt/

      UK /stænd aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be noticeably better than other similar ones
      A1
      More
    • steel

      US /stil/

      UK /sti:l/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Very strong or determined character in a person
      • Very strong metal made of iron, etc.
      • Transitive Verb
      • To prepare yourself for something difficult
      A2
      More
    • such as

      US /sʌtʃ æz/

      UK /sʌtʃ æz/

      • Preposition
      • For example; like
      A1
      More
    • symbol of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Something that represents or stands for something else, especially an object representing an abstract idea.
      • A visible sign of something intangible.
      B2
      More
    • take down

      US /tek daʊn/

      UK /teik daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To capture physically
      • To break something into pieces, e.g. a radio
      A1
      More
    • take over

      US /tek ˈovɚ/

      UK /teik ˈəuvə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To gain control of (a company) from someone else
      • To assume control or possession of something.
      A1
      More
    • talking about

      US

      UK

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

      US /ði ˈbɑtəm laɪn/

      UK /ðə ˈbɔtəm lain/

      • Noun
      • The most important thing; the essential point.
      • The net income or profit of a company.
      A2
      More
    • think about

      US /θɪŋk əˈbaʊt/

      UK /θiŋk əˈbaut/

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

      US

      UK

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

      US /tu ði ɪˈfɛkt/

      UK /tu ði iˈfekt/

      • other
      • Expressed in a way conveying the general meaning or intention.
      B2
      More
    • trade

      US /treid/

      UK /treɪd/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A specific industry, e.g. shoe making
      • Action of buying and selling things in business
      • Transitive Verb
      • To buy, sell and exchange goods in business
      • To give something in return for something else
      A2TOEIC
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    • turn in

      US /tɚn ɪn/

      UK /tə:n in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To produce or achieve a good performance
      • To go to bed
      A1
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    • turn off

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make someone feel negatively about something
      A1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • under oath

      US /ˈʌndɚ oθ/

      UK /ˈʌndə əuθ/

      • other
      • Having promised legally to tell the truth in court.
      B2
      More
    • under the counter

      US /ˈʌndɚ ðə ˈkaʊntɚ/

      UK /ˈʌndə ðə ˈkauntə/

      • other
      • Sold secretly and illegally without official approval.
      B2
      More
    • under the surface

      US /ˈʌndɚ ðə ˈsɜrfɪs/

      UK /ˈʌndə ðə ˈsɜ:fis/

      • other
      • Not obvious or apparent; existing out of sight.
      B2
      More
    • up there

      US /ʌp ðɛr/

      UK /ʌp ðɛə/

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

      US

      UK

      • Preposition
      • More than; at least.
      • Phrase
      • Approximately; around.
      A1
      More
    • used to

      US /juzd tu/

      UK /ˈju:st tə/

      • Adjective
      • Did regularly before, but don't do now
      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Have done before, but do not do now
      A1
      More
    • wake up

      US /wek ʌp/

      UK /weik ʌp/

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

      US /wɔr/

      UK /wɔ:(r)/

      • Noun
      • Situation where armies fight each other
      A2
      More
    • warm up

      US /wɔːrm ʌp/

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To gently exercise muscles before doing sport
      A1
      More
    • with it

      US /wɪð ɪt/

      UK /wið it/

      • Adjective
      • Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
      • Understanding and knowledgeable about current trends or information.
      A1
      More
    • work at

      US /wɚk æt/

      UK /wə:k æt/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have a job at a particular place or organization.
      • To make an effort to improve something.
      A1
      More
    • worth mentioning

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Important or interesting enough to be spoken about or noted.
      • Significant enough to warrant attention or discussion.
      B1
      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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