Vocabulary

  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • with just: Using only; with no more than.
  • out there: In or to a place that is far away
  • turn to: To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
  • in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
  • in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
  • for instance: As an example.
  • have to: Must do
  • on the go: Very busy and active.
  • based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
  • quick look: A brief or cursory inspection or examination.
  • in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
  • around the world: In or to many countries.
  • check out
  • tap on: To touch someone or something gently and usually repeatedly, often to attract attention.
  • over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
  • used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
  • mark up: To increase the price of, to make more profit
  • think about: To consider something carefully.
  • for example: As an illustration or instance.
  • to hand: To give or pass something to someone using your hand.
  • look around: To explore a place; search for something.
  • instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
  • next to: Being located along side another
  • along with: In addition to; together with.
  • wait for: To wait until someone comes, or something happens
  • on the canvas: Knocked down, especially in boxing or other fights.
  • name for: To give someone or something a particular name, often in honor of someone else.
  • take off: To remove, e.g. your clothes
  • get back to: To get in contact with someone again
  • on watch: Actively keeping guard or observing for something.
  • complete picture: A thorough and comprehensive understanding of a situation or event.
  • over time: Gradually; as time passes.
  • incredibly important: Extremely significant or crucial.
  • in addition to: Besides; as well as
  • at a glance: Immediately; instantly upon looking.
  • inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
  • experience in: Knowledge or skill gained from doing something for a period of time.
  • as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
  • right next to: Immediately adjacent to; in very close proximity to.
  • plug in
  • bring out: To formally introduce a girl/ woman to society
  • in charge: To be responsible for
  • in action: Actively doing something; performing a task or duty.
  • drag in: To arrive somewhere reluctantly or heavily, often tired or late.
  • do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
  • spread out: To extend or stretch over a large area.
  • in Minecraft: Within the virtual world of the game Minecraft.
  • watch out: To be careful; to be alert to danger
  • with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
  • go back to: To return to a starting point
  • for the world: Used to emphasize something would never happen.
  • with bated breath: In great suspense; very anxiously or excitedly.
  • back to work: Returning to one's job or professional duties after a period of absence.
  • sit down: To take a seat
  • own up: To admit that you did something wrong
  • family members: People related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
  • in sync: Operating or occurring at the same time or rate.
  • on television: Appearing or broadcast on TV.
  • interact with
  • such as: For example; like
  • on the hour: Exactly at the stated hour; when the minutes are zero.
  • to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
  • on the watch: Being alert and carefully observing for something.
  • better than ever: In a more improved or desirable state than at any previous time.
  • for long: For a considerable period of time.
  • critical to: Extremely important or essential.
  • drown out: To prevent a sound from being heard by making a louder noise.
  • in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
  • in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
  • as well as: Also; in addition to
  • make some noise: To create a loud sound, often to show excitement or approval.
  • at home: In one's own residence or country.
  • no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
  • listen in: To secretly listen to a conversation.
  • stark contrast: A sharp, clear, and obvious difference between two things.
  • hold on: To wait for someone (e.g. on a phone call)
  • move down: To physically shift to a lower position or location.
  • to date: Up to the present time; until now.
  • en route: On the way; during a journey.
  • work around: To find a way to avoid a problem or obstacle.
  • come at: To approach someone to attack them
  • behind the scenes: Secretly or without being known to the public.
  • from the outset: From the beginning of a process or event.
  • in the wind: Something likely to happen or be revealed soon.
  • count against: To be a factor that harms or reduces chances of success.
  • in control: Having the power to direct or regulate something; able to manage or direct a situation or person.
  • deal to: To give or inflict something, often harm or punishment.
  • new level: A higher or improved stage of achievement or quality.
  • in the way: Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
  • zoom out: To decrease the magnification of an image, showing more of the scene.
  • get lost: An impolite way of telling someone to go away.
  • feel like: To have a desire or inclination for something.
  • right back: Said when someone says they will return soon, indicating you expect their prompt return.
  • on the road: Traveling, especially as part of a tour or journey.
  • stay in: To remain inside one's home.
  • in the moment: At the present time; now.
  • hand off: To transfer responsibility or control to someone else.
  • walk through: To show someone carefully how to do something
  • close to home: Emotionally sensitive or personally relevant to someone.
  • out of the way: Remote; isolated.
  • heading home: Going towards one's home.
  • on to: Toward something; forward
  • deal with
  • fan out: To spread out from a central point, like a fan.
  • move back: To retreat or withdraw from a position.
  • draw on: To come to its end
  • show up: To arrive or be seen at a place, e.g. a party
  • serve up: To present food to someone, typically in a restaurant or at home.
  • pick it up: To lift something from a surface.
  • drag out: To make something continue for longer than necessary.
  • up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
  • in a row: One after another without a break.
  • to the left: In or toward the left direction.
  • not limited to: Including something but also allowing other things; not restricted to.
  • work in: To make an opening for something in your schedule
  • back up: To save a copy of your computer data
  • at once: Immediately; without delay
  • in a big way: To a great or significant extent.
  • go beyond: To do more than planned or expected; exceed
  • a tremendous amount: A very large quantity or number of something.
  • for short: As a shortened form of a name or phrase.
  • quite simply: In a clear and straightforward manner; without complication.
  • talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
  • tap into: To manage to use something in a way that brings you benefits
  • at work: Located at one's place of employment
  • cut on: To switch on; to activate (a device or light).
  • going on: To continue doing something
  • see in: To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
  • on location: At a place that is not a studio; a place away from the studio where a movie or TV show is being filmed
  • in every way: In all manners or respects; completely.
  • as for: Concerning; regarding.
  • create with: To use specific tools, materials, or techniques in the process of creating something.
  • hit with: To strike someone or something using an object.
  • on demand: Whenever requested or needed.
  • to do with: To be about something; concern
  • on the news: Reported or broadcasted as part of a news program.
  • got to: To arrive at some place
  • leave on: To keep something (especially clothing) on your body.
  • a wide array: A large and impressive collection or range of things.
  • wake up: To stop sleeping
  • thumbs up: A gesture of approval or agreement, indicated by holding a fist with the thumb extended upwards.
  • page in: Contact someone by pager urgently.
  • pull down: To destroy an old building; demolish
  • come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
  • up and running: Fully operational; functioning correctly.
  • look for: To try to find a thing or person that is lost
  • bring to: To make someone to wake up from being unconscious
  • in terms of
  • by hand: Done manually; not by machine.
  • of all time: The best or most significant in history.
  • light up: To illuminate something; to make something brighter with light.
  • on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
  • play on: To exploit or take advantage of something, such as someone's emotions or weaknesses.
  • come along: To go with someone who takes the lead
  • bring in: To earn a certain amount of money or profits
  • dream up: To invent or imagine something, especially something unusual or ingenious.
  • in the making: Developing or being made; in the process of becoming something.
  • incredible: Very good; amazing
  • content: Being happy or satisfied
  • experience: Thing a person has done or that happened to them
  • native: Someone from or born in a specific country
  • applause: The sound made by clapping a performance or speech
  • feature: Special report in a magazine or paper
  • automatically: In a way not requiring control by a person
  • huge: Very very large
  • release: To free someone from a responsibility or burden
  • performance: Act of doing something
  • tap: To access a liquid (e.g. in a tree) through a hole
  • create: To make, cause, or bring into existence
  • drop: Distance between a higher and a lower level
  • drag: To reluctantly move or go somewhere
  • project: To predict what will happen in the future
  • text: To send a message by phone or other device
  • stage: To organize an event to gain public interest
  • personal: Done by or to a particular person; individual
  • single: One run in cricket or a hit baseball
  • catalyst: Person/thing causing a change or event to happen
  • control: A device designed to operate a machine
  • slide: Part of machines that slides backward and forward
  • system: Set of organized, planned ideas that work together
  • information: Collection of facts and details about something
  • support: To give assistance or advice to someone
  • audio: Concerning sound
  • build: Your physical shape; physique
  • amazing: Surprising in a pleasing way
  • bring: To take or go with someone to a place
  • screen: To hide or block something from being seen
  • display: (Animals) to indicate readiness for sex
  • turn: To become (a particular age)
  • great: Very good; better than before
  • invite: To ask someone to go somewhere or do something
  • swift: Quick
  • safari: Tour to watch animals in their natural environment
  • datum: Item of factual information
  • markup: Difference the cost of goods and the price
  • cute: Attractive in a pretty or endearing way
  • desktop: Home screen on a computer
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    • a tremendous amount

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      • Determiner
      • A very large quantity or number of something.
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    • a wide array

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • A large and impressive collection or range of things.
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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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    • amazing

      US /ə'meɪzɪŋ/

      UK /ə'meɪzɪŋ/

      • Adjective
      • Surprising in a pleasing way
      • Transitive Verb
      • To cause wonder; to surprise completely
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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 for

      US /æz fɔr/

      UK /æz fɔ:/

      • Preposition
      • Concerning; regarding.
      • Phrase
      • Used to introduce a new topic or aspect of a subject.
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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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    • at a glance

      US /æt e ɡlæns/

      UK /æt ə ɡlɑ:ns/

      • Phrase
      • Immediately; instantly upon looking.
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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 once

      US /æt wʌns/

      UK /æt wʌns/

      • Adverb
      • Immediately; without delay
      • At the same time; simultaneously
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    • at work

      US /æt wɚk/

      UK /æt wə:k/

      • Phrase
      • Located at one's place of employment
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    • audio

      US /ˈɔ:dioʊ/

      UK /ˈɔ:diəʊ/

      • Adjective
      • Concerning sound
      • Uncountable Noun
      • Sound, especially when recorded or transmitted.
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    • automatically

      US /ˌɔtəˈmætɪkl:ɪ/

      UK /ˌɔ:tə'mætɪklɪ/

      • Adverb
      • In a way not requiring control by a person
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    • 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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    • back up

      US /bæk ʌp/

      UK /bæk ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To save a copy of your computer data
      • To confirm the truth of what someone says
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    • based on

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
      • Preposition
      • Using something as the main idea or foundation.
      • Relying on something as evidence or justification.
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    • behind the scenes

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Secretly or without being known to the public.
      • In a position to influence events without any public knowledge.
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    • better than ever

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      UK

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

      US /brɪŋ aʊt/

      UK /briŋ aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To formally introduce a girl/ woman to society
      • To nurture and develop or bring out a quality
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    • bring to

      US /brɪŋ tu/

      UK /briŋ tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make someone to wake up from being unconscious
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    • by hand

      US /baɪ hænd/

      UK /bai hænd/

      • Phrase
      • Done manually; not by machine.
      • Delivered personally; not by mail or electronically.
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    • catalyst

      US /ˈkætlɪst/

      UK /ˈkætəlɪst/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Person/thing causing a change or event to happen
      • Substance causing a chemical reaction to speed up
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    • check out

      US /tʃɛk aʊt/

      UK /tʃek aut/

      • Phrase
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To find out information about something
      • To take books out of a library
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    • close to home

      US /kloʊs tə hoʊm/

      UK /kləuz tə həum/

      • other
      • Emotionally sensitive or personally relevant to someone.
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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 at

      US /kʌm æt/

      UK /kʌm æt/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To approach someone to attack them
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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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    • complete picture

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      UK

      • Noun
      • A thorough and comprehensive understanding of a situation or event.
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    • content

      US /ˈkɑnˌtɛnt/

      UK /'kɒntent/

      • Adjective
      • Being happy or satisfied
      • In a state of peaceful happiness.
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Information in something, e.g. book or computer
      • The subject matter of a book, speech, etc.
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    • count against

      US /kaʊnt əˈgɛnst/

      UK /kaʊnt əˈgenst/

      • other
      • To be a factor that harms or reduces chances of success.
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    • create with

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      UK

      • Transitive Verb
      • To use specific tools, materials, or techniques in the process of creating something.
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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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    • cut on

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To switch on; to activate (a device or light).
      • To start or ignite an engine.
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    • cute

      US /kjut/

      UK /kju:t/

      • Adjective
      • Attractive in a pretty or endearing way
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    • datum

      US /ˈdetəm, ˈdætəm, ˈdɑtəm/

      UK /ˈdeɪtəm/

      • Noun
      • Item of factual information
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    • deal to

      US /dil tə/

      UK /di:l tə/

      • other
      • To give or inflict something, often harm or punishment.
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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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    • desktop

      US /ˈdɛskˌtɑp/

      UK /ˈdesktɒp/

      • Noun
      • Home screen on a computer
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    • display

      US /dɪˈsple/

      UK /dɪˈspleɪ/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • (Animals) to indicate readiness for sex
      • To show, e.g. your feelings, thoughts; demonstrate
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Arrangement of objects so people can see or buy
      • A device for showing information visually, such as a screen.
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    • do in

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

      US /dræɡ/

      UK /dræɡ/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To reluctantly move or go somewhere
      • To pull something heavy or difficult along the ground
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Force of air pushing back against a plane car etc.
      • Boring or annoying thing/activity
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    • drag in

      US /dræɡ ɪn/

      UK /dræɡ ɪn/

      • other
      • To arrive somewhere reluctantly or heavily, often tired or late.
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    • drag out

      US /dræɡ aʊt/

      UK /dræɡ aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make something continue for longer than necessary.
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    • draw on

      US /drɔ ɑn/

      UK /drɔ: ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To come to its end
      • To make use of (someone's help, your savings, etc.)
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    • dream up

      US /drim ʌp/

      UK /dri:m ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To invent or imagine something, especially something unusual or ingenious.
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    • drown out

      US /draʊn aʊt/

      UK /draun aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To prevent a sound from being heard by making a louder noise.
      • To try to forget something unpleasant by doing something to excess.
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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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    • experience in

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

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      • Noun (plural)
      • People related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
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    • fan out

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To spread out from a central point, like a fan.
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    • feature

      US /ˈfitʃɚ/

      UK /'fi:tʃə(r)/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Special report in a magazine or paper
      • Distinctive or important point of something
      • Transitive Verb
      • To highlight or give special importance to
      • To give prominence to; to present or promote as a special or important item.
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    • feel like

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      UK

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • As an illustration or instance.
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    • for instance

      US /fɔr ˈɪnstəns/

      UK /fɔ: ˈinstəns/

      • Adverb
      • As an example.
      • Phrase
      • As an example.
      • As an illustration or case in point
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    • for long

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • For a considerable period of time.
      • For a significant duration in the future.
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    • for short

      US /fɔr ʃɔrt/

      UK /fɔ: ʃɔ:t/

      • Phrase
      • As a shortened form of a name or phrase.
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    • for the world

      US /fɚ ðə wɝld/

      UK /fə ðə wɜ:ld/

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

      US /frəm ði ˈaʊtsɛt/

      UK /frəm ði ˈaʊtset/

      • other
      • From the beginning of a process or event.
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    • get back to

      US /ɡɛt bæk tu/

      UK /ɡet bæk tu:/

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

      US /ɡɛt lɔst/

      UK /ɡet lɔ:st/

      • Intransitive Verb
      • An impolite way of telling someone to go away.
      • To become unable to find your way; to lose your sense of direction.
      • Interjection
      • An impolite way of telling someone to go away.
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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 beyond

      US /ɡo biˈɑnd/

      UK /ɡəu biˈjɔnd/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To do more than planned or expected; exceed
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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 off

      US

      UK

      • Transitive Verb
      • To transfer responsibility or control to someone else.
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To transfer or pass something to someone else, especially responsibility or control.
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    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
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    • heading home

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      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • Going towards one's home.
      • To be in the process of returning to one's home.
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    • hit with

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To strike someone or something using an object.
      • To suddenly realize or understand something.
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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.
      A1
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    • huge

      US /hjudʒ/

      UK /hju:dʒ/

      • Adjective
      • Very very large
      A2
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    • in a big way

      US /ɪn ə bɪg weɪ/

      UK /ɪn ə bɪg wei/

      • other
      • To a great or significant extent.
      B2
      More
    • in a row

      US /ɪn e ro/

      UK /in ə rəu/

      • Phrase
      • One after another without a break.
      • Arranged in a straight line.
      • Idiom
      • To have an argument.
      A1
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    • in action

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Actively doing something; performing a task or duty.
      More
    • in addition to

      US /ɪn əˈdɪʃən tu/

      UK /in əˈdiʃən tu:/

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

      US /ɪn tʃɑrdʒ/

      UK /in tʃɑ:dʒ/

      • Adverb
      • To be responsible for
      A1
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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.
      C1
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    • in every way

      US /ɪn ˈɛvri we/

      UK /in ˈevri wei/

      • Phrase
      • In all manners or respects; completely.
      A1
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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.
      C1
      More
    • in mind

      US /ɪn maɪnd/

      UK /in maind/

      • Phrase
      • Being aware of or considering something.
      • To remember or consider something.
      A2
      More
    • in Minecraft

      US /ɪn ˈmaɪnkɹæft/

      UK /ɪn ˈmaɪnkɹɑ:ft/

      • other
      • Within the virtual world of the game Minecraft.
      A2
      More
    • in sync

      US /ɪn sɪŋk/

      UK /in siŋk/

      • Adjective
      • Operating or occurring at the same time or rate.
      • Adverb
      • In a state of coordination or harmony.
      More
    • in terms of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • With regard to; concerning a particular aspect.
      A1
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    • in the making

      US /ɪn ði ˈmekɪŋ/

      UK /in ðə ˈmeɪkɪŋ/

      • Adjective
      • Developing or being made; in the process of becoming something.
      • Idiom
      • Likely to happen or become a particular thing in the future, especially something bad.
      A1
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    • in the middle of

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • At the present time; now.
      • Spontaneously; without prior planning or consideration.
      A1
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    • 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
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    • in the wind

      US /ɪn ðə wɪnd/

      UK /ɪn ðə wɪnd/

      • other
      • Something likely to happen or be revealed soon.
      B2
      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 with

      US /ɪn wɪð/

      UK /in wið/

      • Phrase
      • Fashionable or popular at the moment.
      • Having influence or favor with someone.
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To introduce or bring something new into a system or organization.
      A1
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    • incredible

      US /ɪnˈkrɛdəbəl/

      UK /ɪnˈkredəbl/

      • Adjective
      • Very good; amazing
      • Really good; amazing; great
      A2TOEIC
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    • incredibly important

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Extremely significant or crucial.
      A1
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    • inside of

      US /ɪnˈsaɪd ʌv/

      UK /inˈsaid ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Within; in the inner part of.
      • Within a certain period of time.
      A1
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    • instead of

      US /ɪnˈstɛd ʌv/

      UK /inˈsted ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • When one thing is replaced by another
      • Adverb
      • As a substitute or alternative.
      A1
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    • interact with

      US /ˌɪntɚˈækt wɪð/

      UK /ˌɪntərˈækt wið/

      • Phrase
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To engage in communication or action involving mutual or reciprocal influence.
      • To use a computer interface to achieve a specific goal.
      A2
      More
    • invite

      US /ɪnˈvaɪt/

      UK /ɪnˈvaɪt/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To ask someone to go somewhere or do something
      • Noun
      • An invitation
      A2TOEIC
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    • leave on

      US /liv ɑn/

      UK /li:v ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To keep something (especially clothing) on your body.
      • To keep an appliance or light operating.
      A1
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    • light up

      US /laɪt ʌp/

      UK /lait ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To illuminate something; to make something brighter with light.
      • To ignite a cigarette, cigar, or pipe for smoking.
      A1
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    • listen in

      US /ˈlɪsən ɪn/

      UK /ˈlisn in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To secretly listen to a conversation.
      More
    • look around

      US /lʊk əˈraʊnd/

      UK /luk əˈraund/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To explore a place; search for something.
      A1
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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
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • make some noise

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To create a loud sound, often to show excitement or approval.
      A1
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    • mark up

      US /mɑrk ʌp/

      UK /mɑ:k ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To increase the price of, to make more profit
      A2
      More
    • markup

      US /ˈmɑ:rkʌp/

      UK /ˈmɑ:kʌp/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Difference the cost of goods and the price
      • Detailed stylistic instructions for typesetting
      C2
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    • move back

      US /muv bæk/

      UK /mu:v bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To retreat or withdraw from a position.
      • To reposition or shift something to a previous location.
      A2
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    • move down

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To physically shift to a lower position or location.
      • To be demoted or reduced in rank or status.
      A1
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    • name for

      US

      UK

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

      US /ˈnetɪv/

      UK /ˈneɪtɪv/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Someone from or born in a specific country
      • Original inhabitant, e.g. before others
      • Adjective
      • Caused by natural ability; innate
      A2
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    • 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
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    • next to

      US /nɛkst tu/

      UK /nekst tu:/

      • Preposition
      • Being located along side another
      • In comparison with
      • Adverb
      • Almost; nearly
      A1
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    • no matter

      US

      UK

      • Conjunction
      • Regardless of; it does not matter.
      • Adverb
      • Regardless of; it is not important
      A1
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    • not limited to

      US /nɑt ˈlɪmɪtɪd tu/

      UK /nɔt ˈlimitid tu:/

      • Phrase
      • Including something but also allowing other things; not restricted to.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • of course

      US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/

      UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/

      • Adverb
      • Sure ; Certainly
      • Phrase
      • For sure; certainly
      A2
      More
    • on demand

      US /ɑn dɪˈmænd/

      UK /ɔn diˈmɑ:nd/

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

      US /ɑn loˈkeʃən/

      UK /ɔn ləuˈkeiʃən/

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

      US /ɑn ˈtɛləvɪʒən/

      UK /ɒn ˈtelɪvɪʒən/

      • other
      • Appearing or broadcast on TV.
      A2
      More
    • on the canvas

      US /ɑn ðə ˈkænvəs/

      UK /ɒn ðə ˈkænvəs/

      • other
      • Knocked down, especially in boxing or other fights.
      B2
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    • on the go

      US /ɑn ði ɡo/

      UK /ɔn ðə ɡəu/

      • Adjective
      • Very busy and active.
      A1
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    • on the ground

      US

      UK

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

      US /ɑn ði aʊr/

      UK /ɔn ðə ˈauə/

      • Phrase
      • Exactly at the stated hour; when the minutes are zero.
      A1
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    • on the news

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Reported or broadcasted as part of a news program.
      A1
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    • on the road

      US /ɑn ði rəʊd/

      UK /ɔn ðə roʊd/

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

      US /ɑn ðə wɑtʃ/

      UK /ɒn ðə wɒtʃ/

      • other
      • Being alert and carefully observing for something.
      B2
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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.
      A1
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    • on watch

      US /ɑn wɑtʃ/

      UK /ɒn wɒtʃ/

      • other
      • Actively keeping guard or observing for something.
      B2
      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
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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.
      A1
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    • over time

      US /ˈovɚ taɪm/

      UK /ˈəuvə taim/

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

      US

      UK

      • Preposition
      • Used to hand over to someone else to speak
      • The responsibility is now yours
      More
    • own up

      US /on ʌp/

      UK /əun ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To admit that you did something wrong
      A1
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    • page in

      US /peɪʤ ɪn/

      UK /peɪʤ ɪn/

      • other
      • Contact someone by pager urgently.
      C1
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    • performance

      US / pɚˈfɔrməns/

      UK /pə'fɔ:məns/

      • Noun
      • Act of doing something
      • Activity done to entertain an audience
      A2TOEIC
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    • personal

      US /ˈpɚsənəl/

      UK /ˈpɜ:sənl/

      • Adjective
      • Done by or to a particular person; individual
      • Concerning a person's private life or feelings
      A2
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    • pick it up

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To lift something from a surface.
      • To collect something or someone.
      A2
      More
    • play on

      US

      UK

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

      US /plʌɡ ɪn/

      UK /plʌɡ in/

      • Phrase
      B1
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    • pull down

      US /pʊl daʊn/

      UK /pul daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To destroy an old building; demolish
      • To depress someone by saying bad things
      A1
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    • quick look

      US /kwɪk lʊk/

      UK /kwik luk/

      • Noun
      • A brief or cursory inspection or examination.
      • A swift or brief glance.
      A1
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    • quite simply

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In a clear and straightforward manner; without complication.
      • Used to emphasize the truth or importance of a statement.
      A2
      More
    • release

      US /rɪ'li:s/

      UK /rɪ'li:s/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To free someone from a responsibility or burden
      • To allow a film, music etc. to be sold/distributed
      • Noun
      • Act of freeing someone from a duty or burden
      • Introduction of a new product, film, book, etc.
      A2TOEIC
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    • right back

      US /raɪt bæk/

      UK /rait bæk/

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

      US

      UK

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

      US /səˈfɑri/

      UK /səˈfɑ:ri/

      • Noun
      • Tour to watch animals in their natural environment
      B2
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    • screen

      US /skrin/

      UK /skri:n/

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

      US /si ɪn/

      UK /si: in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
      A1
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    • serve up

      US /sɚv ʌp/

      UK /sə:v ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To present food to someone, typically in a restaurant or at home.
      • To provide or present something, such as an opportunity or idea.
      A2
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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)
      A1
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    • sit down

      US /sit daʊn/

      UK /sit daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take a seat
      A1
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    • slide

      US /slaɪd/

      UK /slaɪd/

      • Noun
      • Part of machines that slides backward and forward
      • Reduction in amount, price, quality
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To pass or move smoothly and rapidly into or out
      • To move smoothly and rapidly over a surface
      A2
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    • spread out

      US /sprɛd aʊt/

      UK /spred aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To extend or stretch over a large area.
      • To arrange things so that they cover a large area.
      B2
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    • stark contrast

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • A sharp, clear, and obvious difference between two things.
      More
    • stay in

      US /ste ɪn/

      UK /stei in/

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

      US /sʌtʃ æz/

      UK /sʌtʃ æz/

      • Preposition
      • For example; like
      A1
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    • swift

      US /swɪft/

      UK /swɪft/

      • Adjective
      • Quick
      B1TOEIC
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    • take off

      US /tek ɔf/

      UK /teik ɔf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To remove, e.g. your clothes
      • To make arrangements to be absent from work
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To remove (an item of clothing).
      • To depart; to leave.
      A1
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    • talking about

      US

      UK

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

      US /tæp/

      UK /tæp/

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

      US /tæp ˈɪntu/

      UK /tæp ˈɪntuː/

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

      US /tæp ɑn/

      UK /tæp ɔn/

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

      US /θɪŋk əˈbaʊt/

      UK /θiŋk əˈbaut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To consider something carefully.
      • To remember or call to mind.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • to date

      US /tu det/

      UK /tu: deit/

      • Phrase
      • Up to the present time; until now.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To go out on romantic dates with someone.
      C2
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    • to do with

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be about something; concern
      A1
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    • to hand

      US

      UK

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

      US /tu lɛt/

      UK /tu let/

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In or toward the left direction.
      • Situated on the left side of.
      More
    • turn to

      US /tɚn tu/

      UK /tə:n tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
      • To start doing or using something, often something bad or undesirable.
      A1
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    • up and running

      US /ʌp ənd ˈrʌnɪŋ/

      UK /ʌp ænd ˈrʌnɪŋ/

      • Adjective
      • Fully operational; functioning correctly.
      • Active and operating successfully.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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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
      A1
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    • wait for

      US /wet fɔr/

      UK /weit fɔ:/

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

      US /wek ʌp/

      UK /weik ʌp/

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

      US /wɔk θru/

      UK /wɔ:k θru:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To show someone carefully how to do something
      A1
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    • watch out

      US /wɑtʃ aʊt/

      UK /wɔtʃ aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be careful; to be alert to danger
      A1
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    • with bated breath

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In great suspense; very anxiously or excitedly.
      A1
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    • with it

      US /wɪð ɪt/

      UK /wið it/

      • Adjective
      • Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
      • Understanding and knowledgeable about current trends or information.
      A1
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    • with just

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To find a way to avoid a problem or obstacle.
      A1
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    • work in

      US /wɚk ɪn/

      UK /wə:k in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make an opening for something in your schedule
      • To fit person/thing into a schedule or sequence
      A1
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    • zoom out

      US /zum aʊt/

      UK /zu:m aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To decrease the magnification of an image, showing more of the scene.
      • To take a broader perspective; to consider the overall context.
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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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    Darren posted on 2019/06/06
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