Vocabulary

have to: Must do
talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
got to: To arrive at some place
look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
deal with
out there: In or to a place that is far away
feel like: To have a desire or inclination for something.
at home: In one's own residence or country.
in places: In some locations but not others
going on: To continue doing something
in favor of: Expressing support or approval for someone or something.
at a time: Separately; one by one
threat to: A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
down the line: At a later time; in the future.
above the law: Exempt from the laws that apply to everyone else.
as well as: Also; in addition to
bring in: To earn a certain amount of money or profits
go after: To chase or pursue something
work in: To make an opening for something in your schedule
come from: To have as your native country or city
show of hands: A way of voting in which people raise their hands to show that they support something.
go on: To continue doing something
on to: Toward something; forward
in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
right back: Said when someone says they will return soon, indicating you expect their prompt return.
take on: To acquire a new characteristic
for the rest: Concerning the remaining people or things.
put out: To publish, e.g. a book
at the end of the day: Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
in the hands of: Under the control or responsibility of someone.
for free: Without charge; at no cost.
turn to: To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
in addition to: Besides; as well as
off of: From a position on something; down from.
out of it: Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
think about: To consider something carefully.
care for: To want or desire a thing
reproductive health: The health of the reproductive systems and their functions and processes.
talk about it: To discuss a particular subject.
used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
up against: Facing or contending with something difficult or challenging.
in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
in order to: For the purpose of; with the aim of.
in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
blue collar: Relating to manual work or workers, especially in industry.
in the house: Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
in terms of
speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
come up: To come closer to someone; approach
as opposed to: In contrast to; rather than.
of course: Sure ; Certainly
at random
think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
pay off: To give money to get person to do something; bribe
break up
for too long: For an excessively extended period.
heart and soul: With great enthusiasm and commitment.
around the world: In or to many countries.
double down: In gambling, to double one's bet, typically in exchange for taking one more card.
bring down: To destroy (government, etc.) forcefully
follow up on: To investigate or check on something.
out of pocket: Having spent more money than one has received.
in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
of choice: Indicating something is preferred or selected deliberately.
with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
in jail: Imprisoned; confined in a jail or prison.
as long as: For the period that; provided that.
instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
in the first place: To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
stand with: To support or defend someone or something.
over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
weigh in: To be weighed before a sports event to check you are not over a certain weight
on the streets: Without a home; homeless or exposed outdoors.
turn off
figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
get behind: To support or encourage.
on the floor: Located on the ground or bottom surface of a room.
hold on: To wait for someone (e.g. on a phone call)
home in: Move or direct toward a specific target or goal.
go ahead: To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
finish up: To complete or bring something to an end.
on a mission: Having a clear and important goal or purpose.
off guard: In a vulnerable state; not alert or cautious.
high expectations: A strong belief that something will happen or be the case in the future; a high degree of anticipation.
in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
start off: To begin or commence something.
nail down: To define, decide, or confirm the details of something definitively.
out of the way: Remote; isolated.
in private: Not in public; in a place where other people cannot see or hear you
pure and simple: Used to emphasize that something is exactly as stated, nothing more.
make up to: To compensate or atone to someone for a mistake or wrongdoing.
on record: Formally and publicly stated
in particular: Specifically; especially.
pointing at: To aim (gun, etc.) at someone or something
evidence of: Facts, objects, or signs that make you believe that something is true.
name names: To identify or report specific people, often in a sensitive context.
single out
fight back: To make your point more strongly against opponent
pay gap: The difference between the average earnings of different groups of people (e.g., men and women) in a workforce.
past time: An activity done regularly for enjoyment; a hobby.
prior to: Before a particular time or event.
family members: People related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
in a box: Contained or confined inside a box or small space.
signed on to: To formally agree to something, often by signing a document.
pay out: To finish paying a debt
right for: Suitable or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation.
stand for: To support a particular idea, e.g. in politics
to some extent: Partially; not completely.
regardless of
in school: Attending an educational institution.
at work: Located at one's place of employment
move back: To retreat or withdraw from a position.
move to: To change the place where you live or work.
make certain: To ensure or ascertain something.
to the full: Completely; to the greatest extent possible.
add on: To attach or include something extra.
come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
liable for: Legally responsible for something.
behind bars: In prison; imprisoned.
in the news: Being widely reported in the media.
go back to: To return to a starting point
the bottom line: The most important thing; the essential point.
turn back: To stop and move backward on some issue
rather than: More exactly; more correctly
step back: To move backwards; to move away from something.
coming over: To change sides in a discussion
stand up against: To resist or oppose someone or something; to defend oneself against an attack or injustice.
get through: To arrive at the end of or finish something
against the clock: Rushed and under pressure to meet a deadline.
put aside: To save money regularly.
back onto: To reverse a vehicle so it stops at a particular place.
turn into: To change to become something else
out of town: Away from one's usual place of residence or work; absent from the local area.
stick around: To remain in place; not leave or go
in the mix: Being involved or included in a group or activity.
take it away: To remove something.
up top: In or at the highest position or location.
ever since: Continuously from a past time until now.
up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
play in: To participate or compete in a game or competition.
come out with: To go out with someone on a date
at the margins: In a position that is not central or mainstream; at the periphery.
across the board: Broad in scope or content
next to: Being located along side another
at school: Present and attending school.
answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
red flag: A warning sign or signal of danger or a problem.
hang on: To wait for the person you phoned to answer
buy back: To purchase something again after selling it.
force in: To enter a place by applying physical force.
apart from: Except for; not considering
in a minute: Very soon; in a short amount of time.
sign into: To enter a system or service by providing credentials.
put forth: To bring into existence
as a result of: Because of something; owing to.
outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
in debt: State of owing money to a person or institution
in the driver's seat: In a position of control or authority.
live up: To be as good as expected or promised.
in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
first up: Firstly; to begin with; the first item on a list or agenda.
share in: To participate in something; to have a part or interest in something.
vote in: To elect someone into a position by voting.
in a big way: To a great or significant extent.
without incident: Happening without any unexpected trouble or accident.
jump off: To leave a path or designated area.
withdraw from: To take out or remove (something) from a place or container.
sneak in: To enter a place secretly and quietly, usually without permission.
get back to: To get in contact with someone again
work together: To collaborate or cooperate with others to achieve a common goal.
on time
humanly possible: Within the limits of what a person can achieve.
on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
come together: To assemble or unite; to start working together.
know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
of ours: Belonging to us; associated with us.
never in a million years: To express that something is extremely unlikely or impossible.
for now: Temporarily; for the present time.
not surprisingly: In a way that is not unexpected or predictable.
break down: To forcibly break, destroy or make collapse
search for: To try to find someone or something.
mess up: To make a mistake
screw up: Spoken to make a big mistake
stand out
catch fire: To start burning; to ignite.
show up: To arrive or be seen at a place, e.g. a party
being with: Accompanying someone; being in someone's presence.
with just: Using only; with no more than.
graduate from: To successfully complete a course of study at a university, college, or school.
stay home: To remain in one's house or residence.
based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
stick with: To continue to support or stay loyal to someone or something.
came off: To succeed in doing; complete something
much about: A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
tick down: To count down or progressively decrease over time.
in court: Present or being discussed during a legal trial or hearing.
in focus: State in which you see something sharp and clearly
go straight: To continue in the same direction without turning.
lay out: To show or explain your plans carefully
result in: To cause or produce as a consequence.
to the point: Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
just kind of: Used to express a feeling or state in a vague or hesitant way.
for some reason: For a reason that is not known or not easily explained.
as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
as a whole: Considering everything together; in general.
bad idea: An unwise or imprudent course of action.
stake out: To watch a building or area continuously, usually by the police, in order to gather information or prevent crime
do away with: To remove or take something away; to kill
rise up: To attempt to defeat government or ruler
behind the curve: Not keeping up with current trends or developments.
on the spot: Immediately; at that location.
at some point: At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
in touch: Having contact or communication with someone.
get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
answer for: Be responsible for and explain one's actions.
at least: As a minimum
to do with: To be about something; concern
show off: To show your ability/possessions to try to impress
ahead of time: Before the scheduled time; early.
in tune: Agreeing in pitch; agreeing in opinion
in sync: Operating or occurring at the same time or rate.
in prison: Confined in a prison; incarcerated.
at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
take down: To capture physically
be with: To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
debate: General public discussion of a topic
campaign: To work in an organized, active way towards a goal
applause: The sound made by clapping a performance or speech
community: Group of people who share a common idea or area
climate: Typical weather conditions in a particular place
debt: Sum of money owed to someone that is not yet paid
issue: To make something available to be used or sold
state: Region within a country, with its own government
deal: To cope with something - usually troubles
candidate: Politician who is running for public office
private: Being away from others and quiet
congress: Meeting of elected or appointed representatives
democratic: (Of government) giving the people power, a vote
insurance: Protection against loss/injury/death you pay for
economy: Using money, resources in a careful, effective way
violence: Strong physical force of nature
stage: To organize an event to gain public interest
moment: Very short or brief period of time
border: To be right next to another country or state
policy: Document stating terms of an insurance agreement
bill: Plan for a new law being discussed by a government
president: Person in charge of a country, or organization
coverage: Type of programs a radio or TV station broadcasts
justice: Quality of being fair, equal, or just
election: Process of choosing someone by voting
support: To give assistance or advice to someone
government: Group of people and system that rule a nation
lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
reform: To re-shape something to a better condition
bring: To take or go with someone to a place
stand: To be a candidate in an election
college: School or educational institution for adults
question: To ask for or try to get information
senate: A board of governors at a college or university
change: To exchange one set of clothes for another
secretary: Office worker who makes appointments, etc.
immigration: Process of moving your home to a new country
reproductive: Concerning the process of making children
abortion: A medical operation to stop having a baby
senator: An elected politician belonging to the senate
country: An area of land that is controlled by a government
mayor: Head of a town or city government
presidential: Concerning the president
governor: Person who leads a state or province
congressman: Member of the US House of Representatives
warren: Large network of connecting rabbit burrows

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abortion
US /əˈbɔ:rʃn/
UK /əˈbɔ:ʃn/
- Noun
- A medical operation to stop having a baby
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above the law
US
UK
- Adjective
- Exempt from the laws that apply to everyone else.
- Phrase
- Considered untouchable or immune from legal consequences.
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across the board
US
UK
- Phrase
- Broad in scope or content
- Adverb
- Applying to all; comprehensive; universal.
- Involving all sectors, categories, or items.
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add on
US /æd ɑn/
UK /æd ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To attach or include something extra.
- Countable Noun
- A feature that can be added to a computer program or website.
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against the clock
US
UK
- Phrase
- Rushed and under pressure to meet a deadline.
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ahead of time
US
UK
- Phrase
- Before the scheduled time; early.
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answer for
US /ˈænsɚ fər/
UK /ˈɑ:nsə fə/
- other
- Be responsible for and explain one's actions.
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answer to
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
- To correspond to or match a description or requirement.
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apart from
US /əˈpɑrt frʌm/
UK /əˈpɑ:t frɔm/
- Preposition
- Except for; not considering
- In addition to; as well as
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applause
US /əˈplɔz/
UK /ə'plɔ:z/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- The sound made by clapping a performance or speech
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around the world
US /əˈraʊnd ði wɜrld/
UK /əˈraund ðə wɜː(r)ld/
- Phrase
- In or to many countries.
- In various places throughout the world.
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as a result of
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UK
- Phrase
- Because of something; owing to.
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as a whole
US /æz e hol/
UK /æz ə həul/
- Phrase
- Considering everything together; in general.
- Complete; not divided or incomplete.
- Adjective
- Complete; not divided or fragmented.
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as long as
US /æz lɔŋ æz/
UK /æz lɔŋ æz/
- Conjunction
- For the period that; provided that.
- For the length of time that
- Preposition
- On the condition that; providing that.
- Having the same length as.
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as one
US
UK
- Adverb
- Acting or moving together at the same time.
- In complete agreement or unity.
- Phrase
- With a single voice or opinion; unanimously.
- In perfect harmony or unison.
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as opposed to
US
UK
- Preposition
- In contrast to; rather than.
- Instead of; in place of.
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as well as
US /æz wɛl æz/
UK /æz wel æz/
- Adverb
- Also; in addition to
- Preposition
- In addition to; and also.
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at a time
US /æt e taɪm/
UK /æt ə taim/
- Phrase
- Separately; one by one
- Simultaneously; together
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at home
US /æt hom/
UK /æt həum/
- Phrase
- In one's own residence or country.
- Adjective
- Feeling comfortable and relaxed.
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at 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 random
US /æt ˈrændəm/
UK /æt ˈrændəm/
- Phrase
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at school
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UK
- Phrase
- Present and attending school.
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at some point
US /æt sʌm pɔɪnt/
UK /æt sʌm pɔint/
- Phrase
- At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
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at the end of the day
US
UK
- Phrase
- Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
- After a day's work or activities.
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at the margins
US
UK
- Phrase
- In a position that is not central or mainstream; at the periphery.
- In a state of economic insecurity or poverty; close to the poverty line.
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at the same time
US
UK
- Phrase
- Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- Nevertheless; however; used to introduce a contrasting or qualifying statement.
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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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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 onto
US /bæk ˈɑntoʊ/
UK /bæk ˈɒntə/
- other
- To reverse a vehicle so it stops at a particular place.
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bad idea
US
UK
- Phrase
- An unwise or imprudent course of action.
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based on
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- Preposition
- Using something as the main idea or foundation.
- Relying on something as evidence or justification.
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be with
US /bi wɪð/
UK /bi: wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
- To support someone's opinion or cause.
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behind bars
US
UK
- Phrase
- In prison; imprisoned.
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behind the curve
US /bɪˈhaɪnd ðə kɝv/
UK /bɪˈhaɪnd ðə kɜ:v/
- other
- Not keeping up with current trends or developments.
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being with
US
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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bill
US /bɪl/
UK /bɪl/
- Noun
- Plan for a new law being discussed by a government
- Sign or poster advertising something
- Transitive Verb
- To request payment by handing over an invoice
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blue collar
US /blu ˈkɑlɚ/
UK /blu: ˈkɔlə/
- Adjective
- Relating to manual work or workers, especially in industry.
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border
US /ˈbɔrdɚ/
UK /'bɔ:də(r)/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To be right next to another country or state
- To form the edge of something
- Noun
- Outer part or edge of something
- Line separating one country, state from another
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break down
US /brek daʊn/
UK /breik daun/
- Phrasal Verb
- To forcibly break, destroy or make collapse
- (Machine) to stop working or become weaker
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break up
US /brek ʌp/
UK /breik ʌp/
- Phrase
- Phrasal Verb
- (Of party, relationship) to come to an end
- To end something, e.g. a fight
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bring down
US /brɪŋ daʊn/
UK /briŋ daun/
- Phrasal Verb
- To destroy (government, etc.) forcefully
- To kill someone, often with a gun
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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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buy back
US /ˈbaɪ ˈbæk/
UK /ˈbaɪ ˈbæk/
- other
- To purchase something again after selling it.
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came off
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To succeed in doing; complete something
- To detach or come away from something in pieces
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campaign
US /kæmˈpen/
UK /kæm'peɪn/
- Intransitive Verb
- To work in an organized, active way towards a goal
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Series of actions meant to achieve a goal
- A planned set of military activities intended to achieve a particular objective.
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candidate
US /ˈkændɪˌdet, -dɪt/
UK /ˈkændɪdət/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Politician who is running for public office
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care for
US /kɛr fɔr/
UK /kɛə fɔ:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To want or desire a thing
- To look after someone who is ill, old, or very young.
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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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catch fire
US /kætʃ faɪr/
UK /kætʃ ˈfaiə/
- Intransitive Verb
- To start burning; to ignite.
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climate
US /ˈklaɪmɪt/
UK /ˈklaɪmət/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Typical weather conditions in a particular place
- The general attitudes, feelings, or opinions that people have at a particular time.
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college
US /'kɑːlɪdʒ/
UK /'kɒlɪdʒ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- School or educational institution for adults
- A constituent body of a university.
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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 from
US /kʌm frʌm/
UK /kʌm frɔm/
- Phrasal Verb
- To have as your native country or city
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come out with
US /kʌm aʊt wɪð/
UK /kʌm aut wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To go out with someone on a date
- To say something, especially something surprising or controversial.
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come together
US /kʌm təˈɡɛðɚ/
UK /kʌm təˈɡeðə/
- Phrasal Verb
- To assemble or unite; to start working together.
- To form a close relationship or bond.
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come up
US /kʌm ʌp/
UK /kʌm ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To come closer to someone; approach
- (Of sun) to rise into the sky in the morning
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coming over
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To change sides in a discussion
- To visit someone's home
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community
US /kəˈmjunɪti/
UK /kə'mju:nətɪ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Group of people who share a common idea or area
- A feeling of fellowship with others, as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests, and goals.
- Adjective
- Relating to or shared by the people in a particular area.
- Shared or participated in by all members of a group
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congress
US /ˈkɑŋɡrɪs/
UK /'kɒŋɡres/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Meeting of elected or appointed representatives
- Proper Noun
- American governing body of elected representatives
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congressman
US /ˈkɑŋɡrɪsmən/
UK /ˈkɔŋgrɪsmən/
- Countable Noun
- Member of the US House of Representatives
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coverage
US /ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/
UK /ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/
- Uncountable Noun
- Type of programs a radio or TV station broadcasts
- The extent to which something is insured.
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deal with
US /dil wɪð/
UK /di:l wið/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To buy or sell goods or services.
- Phrasal Verb
- To take action to solve a problem or manage a situation.
- To be about; concern.
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debate
US / dɪˈbet/
UK /dɪ'beɪt/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- General public discussion of a topic
- A formal event where two sides discuss a topic
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To consider options before making a decision
- To take part in a formal discussion
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debt
US /dɛt/
UK /det/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Sum of money owed to someone that is not yet paid
- A moral or social obligation.
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democratic
US /ˌdɛməˈkrætɪk/
UK /ˌdeməˈkrætɪk/
- Adjective
- (Of government) giving the people power, a vote
- Based on the principle that all members have equal rights.
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do away with
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To remove or take something away; to kill
- To get rid of; abolish; eliminate.
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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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double down
US
UK
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- In gambling, to double one's bet, typically in exchange for taking one more card.
- To reinforce one's commitment to a particular course of action, even in the face of opposition or risk.
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down the line
US /daʊn ði laɪn/
UK /daun ðə lain/
- Phrase
- At a later time; in the future.
- Completely; entirely; all the way.
- Adjective
- In agreement or accordance with something.
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election
US /ɪˈlɛkʃən/
UK /ɪ'lekʃn/
- Noun
- Process of choosing someone by voting
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ever since
US /ˈɛvɚ sɪns/
UK /ˈevə sins/
- Adverb
- Continuously from a past time until now.
- Conjunction
- From the time that; because.
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evidence of
US
UK
- 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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family members
US
UK
- Noun (plural)
- People related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
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feel like
US
UK
- Intransitive Verb
- To have a desire or inclination for something.
- To have a particular quality or sensation; resemble.
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fight back
US /faɪt bæk/
UK /fait bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To make your point more strongly against opponent
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figure out
US /ˈfɪɡjɚ aʊt/
UK /ˈfiɡə aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To understand the behavior of someone
- To think through logically to find a solution
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To understand or find an answer to something.
- To find a solution to a problem or understand something.
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finish up
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To complete or bring something to an end.
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first up
US /fɚst ʌp/
UK /fə:st ʌp/
- Phrase
- Firstly; to begin with; the first item on a list or agenda.
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follow up on
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To investigate or check on something.
- To pursue something further after an initial action.
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for free
US /fɔr fri/
UK /fɔ: fri:/
- Phrase
- Without charge; at no cost.
- Adjective
- Available without payment.
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for now
US /fɔr naʊ/
UK /fɔ: nau/
- Phrase
- Temporarily; for the present time.
- In the short term; for the immediate future.
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for some reason
US /fɔr sʌm ˈrizən/
UK /fɔ: sʌm ˈri:zən/
- Phrase
- For a reason that is not known or not easily explained.
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for the rest
US /fɔr ði rɛst/
UK /fɔ: ðə rest/
- Phrase
- Concerning the remaining people or things.
- During the remaining part of a period of time.
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for too long
US
UK
- Phrase
- For an excessively extended period.
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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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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 behind
US /ɡɛt bɪˈhaɪnd/
UK /ɡet biˈhaind/
- Phrasal Verb
- To support or encourage.
- To fail to make enough progress or to do something by a particular time.
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get out of
US /ɡɛt aʊt ʌv/
UK /ɡet aut ɔv/
- Phrasal Verb
- To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
- To leave a small, enclosed vehicle
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get through
US /ɡɛt θru/
UK /ɡet θru:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To arrive at the end of or finish something
- To succeed in contacting someone by phone
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go after
US /ɡo ˈæftɚ/
UK /ɡəu ˈɑ:ftə/
- Phrasal Verb
- To chase or pursue something
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go ahead
US /ɡo əˈhɛd/
UK /ɡəu əˈhed/
- Phrasal Verb
- To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
- To give permission to do something
- Intransitive Verb
- To start or proceed with something
- To proceed despite potential obstacles or doubts.
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go back to
US /ɡo bæk tu/
UK /ɡəu bæk tu:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To return to a starting point
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go on
US /ɡo ɑn/
UK /ɡəu ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To continue doing something
- To happen (usually negative)
- Interjection
- Used to encourage someone
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go straight
US /ɡo stret/
UK /ɡəu streit/
- Intransitive Verb
- To continue in the same direction without turning.
- To start living an honest and law-abiding life.
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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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governor
US /ˈgʌvərnə(r)/
UK /ˈgʌvənə(r)/
- Noun
- Person who leads a state or province
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graduate from
US
UK
- Intransitive Verb
- To successfully complete a course of study at a university, college, or school.
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hang on
US /hæŋ ɑn/
UK /hæŋ ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To wait for the person you phoned to answer
- To persevere or persist, especially in a difficult situation.
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have to
US /hæv tu/
UK /ˈhæv tə/
- Auxiliary Verb
- Must do
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heart and soul
US /hɑrt ənd sol/
UK /hɑ:t ænd səul/
- Phrase
- With great enthusiasm and commitment.
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- The most important or essential part of something.
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high expectations
US
UK
- Phrase
- A strong belief that something will happen or be the case in the future; a high degree of anticipation.
- Demanding standards or requirements that are set for someone or 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.
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home in
US /ˈhoʊm ɪn/
UK /ˈhəum ɪn/
- other
- Move or direct toward a specific target or goal.
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humanly possible
US
UK
- Adjective
- Within the limits of what a person can achieve.
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immigration
US /ˌɪmɪˈɡreɪʃn/
UK /ˌɪmɪˈgreɪʃn/
- Uncountable Noun
- Process of moving your home to a new country
- The number of people immigrating to a country during a specific period.
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in a big way
US /ɪn ə bɪg weɪ/
UK /ɪn ə bɪg wei/
- other
- To a great or significant extent.
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in a box
US /ɪn ə bɑks/
UK /ɪn ə bɒks/
- other
- Contained or confined inside a box or small space.
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in a minute
US
UK
- Phrase
- Very soon; in a short amount of time.
- Within the duration of one minute.
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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 court
US /ɪn kɔrt/
UK /in kɔ:t/
- Phrase
- Present or being discussed during a legal trial or hearing.
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in debt
US /ɪn dɛt/
UK /in det/
- Phrase
- State of owing money to a person or institution
- Adjective
- Owing money.
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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 favor of
US /ɪn ˈfevɚ ʌv/
UK /in ˈfeivə ɔv/
- Phrase
- Expressing support or approval for someone or something.
- To the advantage of; benefiting.
- Preposition
- Supporting or approving of something.
- To the advantage of; to the benefit of.
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in focus
US /ɪn ˈfokəs/
UK /in ˈfəukəs/
- Phrase
- State in which you see something sharp and clearly
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in general
US /ɪn ˈdʒɛnərəl/
UK /in ˈdʒenərəl/
- Phrase
- Typically; usually; on the whole.
- Not specific or detailed; broadly.
- Adjective
- Not detailed or specific; overall.
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in jail
US /ɪn dʒel/
UK /in dʒeil/
- Phrase
- Imprisoned; confined in a jail or prison.
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in mind
US /ɪn maɪnd/
UK /in maind/
- Phrase
- Being aware of or considering something.
- To remember or consider something.
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in on
US
UK
- Phrase
- To be involved in a secret or plan.
- To be aware of something that is secret or not generally known.
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in order to
US /ɪn ˈɔrdɚ tu/
UK /in ˈɔ:də tu:/
- Preposition
- For the purpose of; with the aim of.
- Phrase
- In a specific sequence or arrangement.
- With the aim of; for the purpose of.
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in particular
US /ɪn pɚˈtɪkjəlɚ/
UK /in pəˈtikjulə/
- Phrase
- Specifically; especially.
- Detailed or precise.
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in places
US
UK
- Phrase
- In some locations but not others
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in prison
US /ɪn ˈprɪzən/
UK /in ˈprizən/
- Phrase
- Confined in a prison; incarcerated.
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in private
US /ɪn ˈpraɪvɪt/
UK /in ˈpraivit/
- Phrase
- Not in public; in a place where other people cannot see or hear you
- In a confidential manner; not intended for general knowledge
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in school
US /ɪn skul/
UK /ɪn sku:l/
- other
- Attending an educational institution.
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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.
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in terms of
US
UK
- Phrase
- With regard to; concerning a particular aspect.
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in the driver's seat
US
UK
- Idiom
- In a position of control or authority.
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in the first place
US
UK
- Phrase
- To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
- From the beginning; initially.
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in the future
US /ɪn ði ˈfjutʃɚ/
UK /in ðə ˈfju:tʃə/
- Phrase
- At a later time; in times to come.
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in the hands of
US /ɪn ðə ˈhændz ʌv/
UK /in ðə ˈhændz ɔv/
- Preposition
- Under the control or responsibility of someone.
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in the house
US
UK
- Phrase
- Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
- Within a legislative body, such as a parliament or congress.
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in the mix
US /ɪn ðə ˈmɪks/
UK /in ðə ˈmiks/
- other
- Being involved or included in a group or activity.
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in the news
US
UK
- Phrase
- Being widely reported in the media.
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in the world
US /ɪn ði wɜrld/
UK /in ðə wɜː(r)ld/
- Phrase
- Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- Used to indicate the extent or degree of something, often in a superlative sense.
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in touch
US /ɪn tʌtʃ/
UK /in tʌtʃ/
- Adjective
- Having contact or communication with someone.
- Aware of or informed about something.
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in tune
US /ɪn tun/
UK /in tju:n/
- Phrase
- Agreeing in pitch; agreeing in opinion
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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.
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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.
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insurance
US /ɪnˈʃʊrəns/
UK /ɪnˈʃʊərəns/
- Uncountable Noun
- Protection against loss/injury/death you pay for
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issue
US /ˈɪʃu/
UK /'ɪʃu:/
- Transitive Verb
- To make something available to be used or sold
- To deliver a statement, etc. in an official manner
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Important topic discussed, debated or argued over
- Single edition of a magazine
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jump off
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To leave a path or designated area.
- To begin or start something, often a project or activity.
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just kind of
US
UK
- Phrase
- Used to express a feeling or state in a vague or hesitant way.
- Used to indicate something is approximately or generally similar to something else.
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justice
US /ˈdʒʌstɪs/
UK /'dʒʌstɪs/
- Uncountable Noun
- Quality of being fair, equal, or just
- Countable Noun
- Person in a court who judges criminal cases
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know about
US /noʊ əˈbaʊt/
UK /nəʊ əˈbaut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
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lay out
US /le aʊt/
UK /lei aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To show or explain your plans carefully
- To spread something out; arrange something in a particular way.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To arrange according to a plan or design.
- To spread out for viewing; display.
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liable for
US
UK
- Adjective
- Legally responsible for something.
- Likely to experience or suffer something undesirable.
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live up
US /liv ʌp/
UK /liv ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To be as good as expected or promised.
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look at
US /lʊk æt/
UK /luk æt/
- Phrasal Verb
- To use your eyes to focus on something
- To focus your eyes on something carefully
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make certain
US
UK
- Transitive Verb
- To ensure or ascertain something.
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make up to
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To compensate or atone to someone for a mistake or wrongdoing.
- To try to gain favor with someone, often in a flattering way.
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mayor
US /ˈmeɪər/
UK /meə(r)/
- Noun
- Head of a town or city government
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mess up
US /mɛs ʌp/
UK /mes ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To make a mistake
- To make something untidy or dirty.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To make something untidy or dirty.
- To spoil or ruin something.
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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.
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move to
US /muv tu/
UK /mu:v tu:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To change the place where you live or work.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To proceed to the next stage or action.
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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.
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nail down
US /nel daʊn/
UK /neil daun/
- Phrasal Verb
- To define, decide, or confirm the details of something definitively.
- To fasten something with nails; to secure something firmly.
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name names
US /neɪm neɪmz/
UK /neɪm neɪmz/
- other
- To identify or report specific people, often in a sensitive context.
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never in a million years
US /ˈnɛvɚ ɪn ə ˈmɪljən jɪɚz/
UK /ˈnevə in ə ˈmɪljən jɪəz/
- other
- To express that something is extremely unlikely or impossible.
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next to
US /nɛkst tu/
UK /nekst tu:/
- Preposition
- Being located along side another
- In comparison with
- Adverb
- Almost; nearly
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no matter
US
UK
- Conjunction
- Regardless of; it does not matter.
- Adverb
- Regardless of; it is not important
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not surprisingly
US
UK
- Phrase
- In a way that is not unexpected or predictable.
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of choice
US /əv tʃɔɪs/
UK /əv tʃɔɪs/
- other
- Indicating something is preferred or selected deliberately.
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of course
US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/
UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/
- Adverb
- Sure ; Certainly
- Phrase
- For sure; certainly
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of ours
US /ʌv ˈaʊɚz/
UK /əv ˈaʊəz/
- other
- Belonging to us; associated with us.
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off guard
US /ɔf ɡɑrd/
UK /ɔf ɡɑ:d/
- Adjective
- In a vulnerable state; not alert or cautious.
- Unprepared for something; surprised.
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off of
US /ɔf ʌv/
UK /ɔf ɔv/
- Preposition
- From a position on something; down from.
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on a mission
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UK
- Phrase
- Having a clear and important goal or purpose.
- Very determined to achieve something.
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on earth
US /ɑn ɚθ/
UK /ɔn ə:θ/
- Phrase
- Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
- Used to emphasize that something is not possible or will not happen.
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on record
US /ɑn rɪˈkɚd/
UK /ɔn riˈkɔ:d/
- Adverb
- Formally and publicly stated
- Adjective
- Officially documented or registered.
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on the floor
US
UK
- Phrase
- Located on the ground or bottom surface of a room.
- Actively participating in dancing or other floor-based activities.
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on the spot
US /ɑn ði spɑt/
UK /ɔn ðə spɔt/
- Phrase
- Immediately; at that location.
- Present and ready for action or responsibility.
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on the streets
US /ɑn ðə strits/
UK /ɒn ðə stri:ts/
- other
- Without a home; homeless or exposed outdoors.
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on time
US /ɑn taɪm/
UK /ɔn taim/
- Phrase
- Adjective
- Arriving at or done by the required time
- Meeting a deadline; punctual in fulfilling obligations.
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on to
US /ɑn tu/
UK /ɔn tu:/
- Preposition
- Toward something; forward
- Aware of someone's activities.
- Adjective
- Aware of someone's deception or illegal activities.
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out of it
US /aʊt ʌv ɪt/
UK /aut ɔv it/
- Adjective
- Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
- Not able to think clearly or react quickly; not with it.
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out of pocket
US /aʊt ʌv ˈpɑkɪt/
UK /aut ɔv ˈpɔkit/
- Adjective
- Having spent more money than one has received.
- Expenses paid from one's own funds, not reimbursed immediately.
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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.
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out of town
US /aʊt ʌv taʊn/
UK /aut ɔv taun/
- Phrase
- Away from one's usual place of residence or work; absent from the local area.
- Adjective
- Not available in the local area; absent and unreachable.
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out there
US /aʊt ðɛr/
UK /aut ðɛə/
- Adverb
- In or to a place that is far away
- Existing in the universe
- Adjective
- Unconventional; strange; avant-garde
- Existing or available.
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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.
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over to
US
UK
- Preposition
- Used to hand over to someone else to speak
- The responsibility is now yours
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past time
US
UK
- Noun
- An activity done regularly for enjoyment; a hobby.
- A point in time that is later than when something should have happened.
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pay gap
US
UK
- Noun
- The difference between the average earnings of different groups of people (e.g., men and women) in a workforce.
- The difference between the average earnings of different racial or ethnic groups in a workforce.
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pay off
US /pe ɔf/
UK /pei ɔf/
- Phrasal Verb
- To give money to get person to do something; bribe
- To give money to settle a debt
- Transitive Verb
- To bribe someone.
- To pay a debt in full.
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pay out
US /pe aʊt/
UK /pei aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To finish paying a debt
- To give money to someone, especially as a result of a claim or agreement.
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play in
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To participate or compete in a game or competition.
- To have a role in a theatrical production.
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pointing at
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To aim (gun, etc.) at someone or something
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policy
US /ˈpɑlɪsi/
UK /'pɒləsɪ/
- Noun
- Document stating terms of an insurance agreement
- Course of action proposed by an organization, etc.
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president
US /ˈprɛzɪdənt,-ˌdɛnt/
UK /ˈprezɪdənt/
- Noun
- Person in charge of a country, or organization
- The highest-ranking executive in a corporation or organization.
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presidential
US /ˌprɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl/
UK /ˌprezɪ'denʃl/
- Adjective
- Concerning the president
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prior to
US /ˈpraɪɚ tu/
UK /ˈpraiə tu:/
- Preposition
- Before a particular time or event.
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pure and simple
US /pjʊɚ ənd ˈsɪmpl/
UK /pjʊə ənd ˈsɪmpl/
- other
- Used to emphasize that something is exactly as stated, nothing more.
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put aside
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To save money regularly.
- To temporarily ignore or forget something, such as a disagreement or problem.
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put forth
US /pʊt fɔrθ/
UK /put fɔ:θ/
- Phrasal Verb
- To bring into existence
- To offer ideas for consideration
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put out
US /pʊt aʊt/
UK /put aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To publish, e.g. a book
- To cause someone to be troubled or inconvenienced
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rather than
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UK
- Adverb
- More exactly; more correctly
- Preferably; instead
- Preposition
- Instead of
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red flag
US /rɛd flæɡ/
UK /red flæɡ/
- Noun
- A warning sign or signal of danger or a problem.
- A symbol of socialism or communism.
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reform
US /rɪˈfɔrm/
UK /rɪ'fɔ:m/
- Transitive Verb
- To re-shape something to a better condition
- To (cause to) lead a non-criminal life
- Noun
- An improvement, especially in a person's behaviour or in the structure of something
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regardless of
US /rɪˈɡɑrdlɪs ʌv/
UK /riˈɡɑ:dlis ɔv/
- Phrase
- Preposition
- Without being affected or influenced by something; despite.
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reproductive
US /ˌriprəˈdʌktɪv/
UK /ˌri:prəˈdʌktɪv/
- Adjective
- Concerning the process of making children
- Relating to having children, young, or new plants
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reproductive health
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UK
- Uncountable Noun
- The health of the reproductive systems and their functions and processes.
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result in
US /rɪˈzʌlt ɪn/
UK /riˈzʌlt in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To cause or produce as a consequence.
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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.
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right for
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UK
- Adjective
- Suitable or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation.
- Correct or most appropriate.
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rise up
US /raɪz ʌp/
UK /raiz ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To attempt to defeat government or ruler
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same time
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UK
- Phrase
- Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- At the identical time as before; recurring at a fixed hour.
- Noun
- An equal duration or period.
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screw up
US /skru ʌp/
UK /skru: ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- Spoken to make a big mistake
- To make a mistake; make a mess of
- Adjective
- Emotionally or mentally damaged; disturbed.
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search for
US /sɚtʃ fɔr/
UK /sə:tʃ fɔ:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To try to find someone or something.
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senate
US /ˈsɛnɪt/
UK /'senət/
- Noun
- A board of governors at a college or university
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senator
US /ˈsɛnətɚ/
UK /ˈsenətə(r)/
- Noun
- An elected politician belonging to the senate
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share in
US /ʃɛr ɪn/
UK /ʃɛə in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To participate in something; to have a part or interest in something.
- To receive a portion of something, such as profits or losses.
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show of hands
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UK
- Noun
- A way of voting in which people raise their hands to show that they support something.
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show off
US /ʃo ɔf/
UK /ʃəu ɔf/
- Phrasal Verb
- To show your ability/possessions to try to impress
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show up
US /ʃo ʌp/
UK /ʃəu ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To arrive or be seen at a place, e.g. a party
- To be noticeably better than (someone else)
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sign into
US /saɪn ˈɪntu/
UK /saɪn ˈɪntə/
- other
- To enter a system or service by providing credentials.
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signed on to
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To formally agree to something, often by signing a document.
- To hire someone, especially for a specific project or period.
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single out
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
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sneak in
US /snik ɪn/
UK /sni:k in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To enter a place secretly and quietly, usually without permission.
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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.
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stake out
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To watch a building or area continuously, usually by the police, in order to gather information or prevent crime
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stand for
US /stænd fɔr/
UK /stænd fɔ:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To support a particular idea, e.g. in politics
- To represent or symbolize
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stand out
US /stænd aʊt/
UK /stænd aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To be noticeably better than other similar ones
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stand up against
US /stænd ʌp əˈɡenst/
UK /stænd ʌp əˈɡenst/
- Phrasal Verb
- To resist or oppose someone or something; to defend oneself against an attack or injustice.
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stand with
US /stænd wɪð/
UK /stænd wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To support or defend someone or something.
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start off
US /stɑrt ɔf/
UK /stɑ:t ɔf/
- Phrasal Verb
- To begin or commence something.
- To begin a journey.
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stay home
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UK
- Intransitive Verb
- To remain in one's house or residence.
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step back
US /stɛp bæk/
UK /step bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To move backwards; to move away from something.
- To take a break from something; to gain perspective.
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stick around
US /stɪk əˈraʊnd/
UK /stik əˈraund/
- Phrasal Verb
- To remain in place; not leave or go
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stick with
US /stɪk wɪð/
UK /stik wið/
- Phrasal Verb
- To continue to support or stay loyal to someone or something.
- To continue doing or using something; to persevere.
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take down
US /tek daʊn/
UK /teik daun/
- Phrasal Verb
- To capture physically
- To break something into pieces, e.g. a radio
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take it away
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To remove something.
- Idiom
- To begin playing or performing.
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take on
US /tek ɑn/
UK /teik ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To acquire a new characteristic
- To accept a new responsibility, role
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talk about it
US /tɔk əˈbaʊt ɪt/
UK /tɔ:k əˈbaut it/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To discuss a particular subject.
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talking about
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To discuss a particular topic.
- To be constantly mentioning or bringing up a subject.
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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.
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think about
US /θɪŋk əˈbaʊt/
UK /θiŋk əˈbaut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To consider something carefully.
- To remember or call to mind.
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think of
US /θɪŋk ʌv/
UK /θiŋk ɔv/
- Phrasal Verb
- To look on as (being something specific); consider
- To consider or remember something.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To imagine or call something to mind
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threat to
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UK
- Phrase
- A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
- A statement of an intention to inflict pain, injury, damage, or other hostile action on someone in retribution for or opposition to something done or not done.
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tick down
US /tɪk daʊn/
UK /tɪk daʊn/
- other
- To count down or progressively decrease over time.
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to do with
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To be about something; concern
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to some extent
US /tu sʌm ɪkˈstɛnt/
UK /tu: sʌm iksˈtent/
- Phrase
- Partially; not completely.
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to the full
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UK
- Phrase
- Completely; to the greatest extent possible.
- To the maximum capacity or extent.
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to the point
US /tu ði pɔɪnt/
UK /tu: ðə pɔint/
- Adjective
- Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
- Phrase
- Relevant and pertinent to the matter at hand.
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turn back
US /tɚn bæk/
UK /tə:n bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To stop and move backward on some issue
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turn into
US /tɚn ˈɪntu/
UK /tə:n ˈɪntuː/
- Phrasal Verb
- To change to become something else
- To change your direction to go into a place
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turn off
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To make someone feel negatively about something
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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.
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up against
US /ʌp əˈɡenst/
UK /ʌp əˈɡenst/
- Phrase
- Facing or contending with something difficult or challenging.
- In close proximity or contact with something.
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up there
US /ʌp ðɛr/
UK /ʌp ðɛə/
- Adverb
- In or to a higher place or position; far away.
- In heaven.
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up top
US
UK
- Adverb
- In or at the highest position or location.
- Interjection
- A gesture involving raising a hand for a high-five, often used as a greeting or congratulatory signal.
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used to
US /juzd tu/
UK /ˈju:st tə/
- Adjective
- Did regularly before, but don't do now
- Auxiliary Verb
- Have done before, but do not do now
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violence
US /ˈvaɪələns/
UK /ˈvaɪələns/
- Uncountable Noun
- Strong physical force of nature
- Use of physical force to harm someone
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vote in
US /voʊt ɪn/
UK /vəut ɪn/
- other
- To elect someone into a position by voting.
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warren
US /ˈwɔrən, ˈwɑr-/
UK /'wɒrən/
- Noun
- Large network of connecting rabbit burrows
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weigh in
US
UK
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To be weighed before a sports event to check you are not over a certain weight
- To give your opinion or enter into a discussion or argument
- Phrasal Verb
- To offer one's opinion or contribute to a discussion or debate.
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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.
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with just
US
UK
- Phrase
- Using only; with no more than.
- Barely; by a narrow margin.
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withdraw from
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To take out or remove (something) from a place or container.
- To stop participating in or being involved with something.
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without incident
US /wɪˈðaʊt ˈɪnsɪdənt/
UK /wɪˈðaʊt ˈɪnsɪdənt/
- other
- Happening without any unexpected trouble or accident.
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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
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work together
US /wɚk təˈɡɛðɚ/
UK /wə:k təˈɡeðə/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To collaborate or cooperate with others to achieve a common goal.
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She took a brave step forward, leaving behind her comfort zone to chase her dreams.

Vocabulary

brave
adj. Having courage
comfort zone
phr. A familiar situation where one feels safe

Explanation

a brave step is a noun phrase, where brave is an adjective modifying the noun step, meaning "a courageous step". forward is an adverb modifying step, meaning "ahead". The whole phrase serves as the object, answering the "what" of took (verb) — she took a brave step forward.

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brave

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UK/breɪv/

adj.Brave

v.t.To bravely face

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Ever wondered how presidential candidates tackle big economic issues? This lively debate covers everything from "kitchen table issues" to corporate consolidation, giving you a front-row seat to the political discourse. You'll hear candidates discuss complex topics like taxes and healthcare, picking up valuable vocabulary along the way!

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