Vocabulary

  • have to: Must do
  • for example: As an illustration or instance.
  • think about: To consider something carefully.
  • in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
  • at least: As a minimum
  • in part: To some extent; partially.
  • think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
  • act out: To perform a role before going on stage; practice
  • outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
  • with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
  • going on: To continue doing something
  • come from: To have as your native country or city
  • got to: To arrive at some place
  • for sure: Definitely; certainly; without a doubt.
  • answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
  • to do with: To be about something; concern
  • at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
  • come up with: To think of an idea or solution; produce
  • in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
  • by no means: Certainly not; in no way.
  • as opposed to: In contrast to; rather than.
  • instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
  • across time: Throughout the duration of time; spanning different periods.
  • go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
  • work in: To make an opening for something in your schedule
  • with God: Being in the presence or care of God, often after death.
  • as long as: For the period that; provided that.
  • as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
  • see in: To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
  • in terms of
  • walk through: To show someone carefully how to do something
  • as such: Something previously stated or understood
  • a tremendous amount: A very large quantity or number of something.
  • get through: To arrive at the end of or finish something
  • for that matter: Used to emphasize that something is true or likely to happen, or to introduce a related point.
  • future self: The person you will become in the future, often used in the context of making decisions that will benefit your future well-being.
  • rather than: More exactly; more correctly
  • talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
  • put together: To build or assemble something small, e.g. a toy
  • know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
  • ever since: Continuously from a past time until now.
  • left and right: In both the left and right directions.
  • with regards to: Concerning; relating to; about.
  • to God: Used to emphasize truth or sincerity.
  • used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
  • in the air: Present or circulating in the atmosphere.
  • in particular: Specifically; especially.
  • account for: To explain the cause or reason for something
  • out of it: Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
  • bad idea: An unwise or imprudent course of action.
  • grapple with: To struggle or deal with something difficult.
  • behind the scenes: Secretly or without being known to the public.
  • good person: A morally upright and kind individual.
  • out there: In or to a place that is far away
  • hang around: To spend time with someone
  • cling to: To hold onto something tightly, often for support or safety.
  • back then: At that time in the past.
  • happy ending: A conclusion to a story, play, movie, etc., in which everything turns out well for the protagonists.
  • come up: To come closer to someone; approach
  • account of: A spoken or written description of an event.
  • light on: To illuminate something.
  • to the point: Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
  • on the book: Recorded in an official list or register.
  • on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
  • no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
  • talk about it: To discuss a particular subject.
  • off the ground: Having started or begun to operate or succeed.
  • hear of: To know about someone or something because you have been told about them
  • of a sudden: Quickly and unexpectedly; suddenly.
  • rise up: To attempt to defeat government or ruler
  • out of sync: Not occurring at the same time or rate; not synchronized.
  • turn to: To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
  • move back: To retreat or withdraw from a position.
  • off of: From a position on something; down from.
  • beyond belief: Too improbable to be believed; incredible.
  • branch off: To leave a main road or path and go in a different direction.
  • sort out: To find a way of dealing with a problem; resolve
  • by any stretch of the imagination: Not true or possible under any circumstances.
  • in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
  • move beyond: To go past or exceed a limit, boundary, or set of expectations.
  • turn out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
  • like a dream: Working or performing extremely well or smoothly.
  • as a consequence of: Because of; due to something that happened before.
  • deeply affected: Strongly influenced or touched emotionally.
  • speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
  • from nowhere: Suddenly appearing without warning or expectation.
  • common ancestor: An ancestor that two or more species have in common and from which they both evolved.
  • on to: Toward something; forward
  • at hand: Close by; readily available.
  • from memory: Using only your memory without any help or notes.
  • think up: To think of an idea or an excuse
  • come forth: To appear; to emerge.
  • as useful: Equally useful; to the same degree of usefulness.
  • dream up: To invent or imagine something, especially something unusual or ingenious.
  • look for: To try to find a thing or person that is lost
  • see to: To attend to; take care of
  • live for: To consider something the most important thing in your life; to find purpose or great pleasure in something.
  • set up
  • rough and tumble: Noisy and uncontrolled physical activity or fighting.
  • by contrast: Used to introduce an idea or situation that is very different from one you have just mentioned.
  • in ways: In a manner or by methods that.
  • down with: Suffering from an illness.
  • make peace: To end a state of conflict or war by agreeing to peaceful terms.
  • by god: An expression of surprise, shock, or emphasis.
  • at some point: At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
  • get at: To criticize someone, often personally
  • to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
  • order out: To arrange food delivery from a restaurant to eat at home.
  • at once: Immediately; without delay
  • rely on: To depend on someone or something
  • at the moment: At this time; now
  • think on: To consider something carefully before making a decision.
  • get to the bottom of: To find the true cause or explanation of something.
  • in the manner: In the way or style of.
  • in control: Having the power to direct or regulate something; able to manage or direct a situation or person.
  • make of: To understand or have an opinion about something
  • in power: Having control of a country or organization.
  • go back to: To return to a starting point
  • technically speaking: According to the precise meaning of something; in a strict or literal sense.
  • graduate from: To successfully complete a course of study at a university, college, or school.
  • in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
  • in haste: With excessive speed or urgency; hurriedly.
  • in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
  • in the presence of: While someone or something else is present.
  • cast aside: To get rid of something; discard.
  • jump off: To leave a path or designated area.
  • roughly speaking: Used to indicate that what you are saying is not exact but is still generally true.
  • of value: Having worth, importance, or usefulness.
  • for the sake of: For the purpose of; in the interest of.
  • in principle: In theory; as a general idea, though not yet in practice or detail.
  • up against: Facing or contending with something difficult or challenging.
  • get a grip: To control your emotions and behave more calmly.
  • back up: To save a copy of your computer data
  • pull back: To move to a safer area; retreat
  • throw out: To make someone leave, because of bad behavior
  • along with: In addition to; together with.
  • for now: Temporarily; for the present time.
  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • to scale: In proportion; maintaining accurate relative dimensions.
  • in the least: Not at all; to the smallest degree.
  • in the process of: During the course of; while something is happening or being done.
  • depending on: To rely on for support (financial or emotional)
  • turned out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
  • might well: Used to indicate a good possibility or likelihood.
  • mess with: To interfere with or tamper with something.
  • turn back: To stop and move backward on some issue
  • enter into: To begin or become involved in something, such as an agreement or activity.
  • make with: To offer or provide something, often quickly or unexpectedly.
  • negotiate with: To discuss something formally in order to make an agreement.
  • from hell: Extremely bad, unpleasant, or difficult.
  • step into: To enter a place or situation.
  • wash up: To clean the plates, bowls and cups after eating
  • experience in: Knowledge or skill gained from doing something for a period of time.
  • on purpose: Intentionally; deliberately.
  • over time: Gradually; as time passes.
  • argue against: To present reasons or evidence to oppose a particular idea, plan, or action.
  • one of those things: An unfortunate but unavoidable event.
  • without which: Used to indicate something that is essential or necessary for something else to exist or happen.
  • fall apart: To suffer a nervous breakdown
  • blow out: (Of tire) to explode
  • set out: To arrange something in an orderly fashion
  • for instance: As an example.
  • for an instant: For a very short period of time; momentarily.
  • in the final analysis: When everything is considered; ultimately.
  • from the first: From the very beginning.
  • come together: To assemble or unite; to start working together.
  • in and of themselves: By their own nature; independently considered.
  • in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
  • spring up: To appear or develop quickly and suddenly.
  • in a while: In a short period of time; soon.
  • once in a while: Occasionally; not very often.
  • on the spot: Immediately; at that location.
  • in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
  • regardless of
  • do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
  • in tune: Agreeing in pitch; agreeing in opinion
  • in accordance with: In agreement with; following
  • dispense with: To get rid of; do without; eliminate.
  • such as: For example; like
  • descend into: To go down into a place.
  • contend with: To struggle or deal with something difficult.
  • of all things: Used to express surprise or disbelief at something unexpected or unusual.
  • the following: Next in order or sequence.
  • get past: To overcome an obstacle or difficulty.
  • deal with
  • based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
  • perspective: Artistic method of creating a sense of distance
  • sort: To organize things by putting them into groups
  • articulate: To express something clearly using language
  • individual: Single person, looked at separately from others
  • conscious: Aware of what is going on around you
  • obvious: Easily understood and clear; plain to see
  • figure: To appear in a game, play or event
  • properly: In an appropriate or correct manner
  • ancient: Very old; having lived a very long time ago
  • experience: Thing a person has done or that happened to them
  • structure: The way in which the parts of a system or object are arranged or organized, or a system arranged in this way
  • applause: The sound made by clapping a performance or speech
  • psychological: Concerning the study of the mind
  • capacity: Ability to hold, involve or contain (e.g. liquids)
  • manifest: List of cargo on a ship
  • chaos: State of utter confusion or disorder
  • sense: Certain mental feeling or emotion
  • interpret: To express so that others understand it
  • represent: To depict art objects, figures, scenes; to portray
  • complex: Group of buildings all used for the same purpose
  • reality: What is true, as opposed to what is imagined
  • rational: Able to think clearly
  • abstract: Passage of text from an article or book
  • notion: Sudden idea or desire to do something
  • consciousness: Process by which thoughts, ideas are processed
  • society: A group who meet to share values or interests
  • state: Region within a country, with its own government
  • divine: Concerning or coming from God or a god
  • interpretation: Explanation of the meaning of something
  • behavior: The way a person or thing acts; manner
  • extract: Essential ingredient of a natural thing
  • form: Sports team or person's current winning record
  • religious: Following the rules and beliefs of a faith
  • reason: To think and make conclusions in a logical manner
  • shape: The outer form of something, what it looks like
  • intrinsic: Being naturally and always a part of something
  • strange: Unusual or odd; surprising because unexpected
  • subordinate: Grammar (of a clause) dependent on the main clause
  • mind: To be bothered or upset by something
  • complicate: To make more difficult to do, understand or use
  • control: A device designed to operate a machine
  • system: Set of organized, planned ideas that work together
  • kind: In a caring and helpful manner
  • information: Collection of facts and details about something
  • subjective: Using personal feelings and opinions not facts
  • lucid: Very clear; really easy to understand
  • coherent: (Of language, ideas) logical and well-organized
  • embed: To place or set inside rock, etc.
  • tradition: An event, custom or way common to a people or race
  • biblical: Concerning the bible
  • genesis: Beginning of something important
  • abstraction: Concept or idea related to something not physical
  • transcendent: Beyond the range of human experience/understanding
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    • a tremendous amount

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      • Determiner
      • A very large quantity or number of something.
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    • abstract

      US /ˈæbˌstrækt/

      UK /'æbstrækt/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Passage of text from an article or book
      • Something that doesn't exist physically
      • Adjective
      • Concerning something that doesn't exist physically
      • Relating to abstract art.
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    • abstraction

      US /æbˈstrækʃən, əb-/

      UK /æbˈstrækʃn/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Concept or idea related to something not physical
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    • account for

      US /əˈkaʊnt fɔr/

      UK /əˈkaunt fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To explain the cause or reason for something
      • To form a particular amount or part of something.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To supply a reason or explanation for something.
      • To form a particular amount or proportion of something.
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    • account of

      US /əˈkaʊnt ʌv/

      UK /əˈkaunt ɔv/

      • Noun
      • A spoken or written description of an event.
      • Preposition
      • Because of; for the reason of.
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    • across time

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      • Phrase
      • Throughout the duration of time; spanning different periods.
      • In the future; as time passes.
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    • act out

      US /ækt aʊt/

      UK /ækt aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To perform a role before going on stage; practice
      • To perform or represent something through actions.
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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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    • ancient

      US /ˈenʃənt/

      UK /'eɪnʃənt/

      • Adjective
      • Very old; having lived a very long time ago
      • Relating to a period in history, especially in the distant past.
      • Noun
      • A person who lived in ancient times.
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    • answer to

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      • 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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    • applause

      US /əˈplɔz/

      UK /ə'plɔ:z/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • The sound made by clapping a performance or speech
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    • argue against

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To present reasons or evidence to oppose a particular idea, plan, or action.
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    • articulate

      US /ɑ:rˈtɪkjuleɪt/

      UK /ɑ:ˈtɪkjuleɪt/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To express something clearly using language
      • Adjective
      • Having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently.
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    • as a consequence of

      US /əz ə ˈkɑnsəkwəns ʌv/

      UK /əz ə ˈkɒnsikwəns əv/

      • other
      • Because of; due to something that happened before.
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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 opposed to

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      • Preposition
      • In contrast to; rather than.
      • Instead of; in place of.
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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 such

      US /æz sʌtʃ/

      UK /æz sʌtʃ/

      • Pronoun
      • Something previously stated or understood
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    • as useful

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      • Phrase
      • Equally useful; to the same degree of usefulness.
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    • at hand

      US /æt hænd/

      UK /æt hænd/

      • Phrase
      • Close by; readily available.
      • About to happen; imminent.
      • Adjective
      • Nearby; easily available
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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 night

      US /æt naɪt/

      UK /æt nait/

      • Phrase
      • During the night; in the nighttime.
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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 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 moment

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      • Adverb
      • At this time; now
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    • back then

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      • Phrase
      • At that time in the past.
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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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    • bad idea

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      • Phrase
      • An unwise or imprudent course of action.
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    • based on

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      • 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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      • Phrase
      • Secretly or without being known to the public.
      • In a position to influence events without any public knowledge.
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    • beyond belief

      US /biˈɑnd bɪˈlif/

      UK /biˈjɔnd biˈli:f/

      • Adjective
      • Too improbable to be believed; incredible.
      • Adverb
      • To an extent that is difficult to believe; astonishingly.
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    • biblical

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      • Adjective
      • Concerning the bible
      • Very great and impressive
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    • blow out

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • (Of tire) to explode
      • To stop something burning, using your breath
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    • branch off

      US /bræntʃ ɔf/

      UK /brɑ:ntʃ ɔf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To leave a main road or path and go in a different direction.
      • To start to talk or think about a different subject.
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    • by any stretch of the imagination

      US /baɪ ˈɛni strɛtʃ əv ði ˌɪmædʒəˈneɪʃən/

      UK /baɪ ˈeni stretʃ əv ðə ɪˌmædʒɪˈneɪʃən/

      • other
      • Not true or possible under any circumstances.
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    • by contrast

      US /baɪ ˈkɑntræst/

      UK /bai ˈkɔntræst/

      • Phrase
      • Used to introduce an idea or situation that is very different from one you have just mentioned.
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    • by god

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      • Interjection
      • An expression of surprise, shock, or emphasis.
      • An expression of strong promise or determination.
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    • by no means

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      • Phrase
      • Certainly not; in no way.
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    • capacity

      US /kəˈpæsɪti/

      UK /kə'pæsətɪ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Ability to hold, involve or contain (e.g. liquids)
      • Largest amount of something that can be produced
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    • cast aside

      US /kæst əˈsaɪd/

      UK /kɑ:st əˈsaid/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To get rid of something; discard.
      • To reject or abandon someone or something.
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    • chaos

      US /ˈkeˌɑs/

      UK /'keɪɒs/

      • Noun (plural)
      • State of utter confusion or disorder
      • Uncountable Noun
      • Complete disorder and confusion.
      • Behavior so unpredictable as to appear random, owing to great sensitivity to small changes in conditions.
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    • cling to

      US /klɪŋ tu/

      UK /kliŋ tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To hold onto something tightly, often for support or safety.
      • To adhere strongly to a belief, idea, or principle, even when it may be difficult or unpopular.
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    • coherent

      US /koˈhɪrənt, -ˈhɛr-/

      UK /kəʊ'hɪərənt/

      • Adjective
      • (Of language, ideas) logical and well-organized
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    • come forth

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To appear; to emerge.
      • To be revealed or made known.
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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 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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    • come up with

      US /kʌm ʌp wɪð/

      UK /kʌm ʌp wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To think of an idea or solution; produce
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    • common ancestor

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      • Noun
      • An ancestor that two or more species have in common and from which they both evolved.
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    • complex

      US /kəmˈplɛks, ˈkɑmˌplɛks/

      UK /'kɒmpleks/

      • Countable Noun
      • Group of buildings all used for the same purpose
      • Adjective
      • Not being simple; having many parts or aspects
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    • complicate

      US /ˈkɑ:mplɪkeɪt/

      UK /ˈkɒmplɪkeɪt/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To make more difficult to do, understand or use
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    • conscious

      US /ˈkɑnʃəs/

      UK /ˈkɒnʃəs/

      • Adjective
      • Aware of what is going on around you
      • Intentionally done; deliberate.
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    • consciousness

      US /ˈkɑnʃəsnɪs/

      UK /'kɒnʃəsnəs/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Process by which thoughts, ideas are processed
      • A person's awareness or perception of something.
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    • contend with

      US /kənˈtɛnd wɪð/

      UK /kənˈtend wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To struggle or deal with something difficult.
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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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    • deeply affected

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      • Adjective
      • Strongly influenced or touched emotionally.
      • Significantly changed or impacted.
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    • depending on

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To rely on for support (financial or emotional)
      • Influenced or determined by.
      • Preposition
      • Subject to; contingent on
      • Relying on someone or something for support or assistance.
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    • descend into

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To go down into a place.
      • To get into a bad state or situation.
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    • dispense with

      US /dɪˈspɛns wɪð/

      UK /disˈpens wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To get rid of; do without; eliminate.
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    • divine

      US /dɪˈvaɪn/

      UK /dɪ'vaɪn/

      • Adjective
      • Concerning or coming from God or a god
      • Being very good or wonderful
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To predict through feeling and without reason
      B1
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    • do in

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make completely tired out and exhausted
      • To destroy or cause damage to someone
      A1
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    • down with

      US /daʊn wɪð/

      UK /daun wið/

      • Adjective
      • Suffering from an illness.
      • Agreeable to; in favor of.
      • Interjection
      • An expression of opposition to something.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • embed

      US /ɛmˈbɛd/

      UK /ɪm'bed/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To place or set inside rock, etc.
      • To integrate (something) into something else.
      B2
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    • enter into

      US /ˈɛntɚ ˈɪntu/

      UK /ˈentə ˈɪntuː/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To begin or become involved in something, such as an agreement or activity.
      A1
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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.
      B2
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    • experience in

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Knowledge or skill gained from doing something for a period of time.
      • Exposure to or involvement in a particular activity or situation.
      B1
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    • extract

      US /ɪkˈstrækt/

      UK /'ekstrækt/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Essential ingredient of a natural thing
      • Part taken from a longer written work
      • Transitive Verb
      • To get a substance out of a plant, etc.
      • To get a person to share secret information
      B1TOEIC
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    • fall apart

      US /fɔl əˈpɑrt/

      UK /fɔ:l əˈpɑ:t/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To suffer a nervous breakdown
      • To break into pieces; stop functioning
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • for an instant

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • For a very short period of time; momentarily.
      A1
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    • for example

      US

      UK

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

      US /fɔr ˈɪnstəns/

      UK /fɔ: ˈinstəns/

      • Adverb
      • As an example.
      • Phrase
      • As an example.
      • As an illustration or case in point
      B1
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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.
      A1
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    • for sure

      US /fɔr ʃʊr/

      UK /fɔ: ʃuə/

      • Adverb
      • Definitely; certainly; without a doubt.
      • Used to emphasize a statement.
      • Interjection
      • An expression of strong agreement or affirmation.
      A2
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    • for that matter

      US /fɔr ðæt ˈmætɚ/

      UK /fɔ: ðæt ˈmætə/

      • Phrase
      • Used to emphasize that something is true or likely to happen, or to introduce a related point.
      • Used to introduce a statement that supports or strengthens a previous statement.
      A2
      More
    • for the sake of

      US /fɔr ði sek ʌv/

      UK /fɔ: ðə seik ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • For the purpose of; in the interest of.
      A1
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    • from hell

      US /frəm ˈhɛl/

      UK /frəm ˈhel/

      • other
      • Extremely bad, unpleasant, or difficult.
      B2
      More
    • from memory

      US /frəm ˈmɛməri/

      UK /frəm ˈmeməri/

      • other
      • Using only your memory without any help or notes.
      B2
      More
    • from nowhere

      US /frəm ˈnoʊwɛɚ/

      UK /frəm ˈnəʊweə/

      • other
      • Suddenly appearing without warning or expectation.
      B1
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    • from the first

      US /frəm ðə ˈfɝst/

      UK /frəm ðə ˈfɜ:st/

      • other
      • From the very beginning.
      B2
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    • future self

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • The person you will become in the future, often used in the context of making decisions that will benefit your future well-being.
      • An idealized version of oneself that one aspires to become in the future.
      A2
      More
    • genesis

      US /ˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/

      UK /'dʒenəsɪs/

      • Noun
      • Beginning of something important
      B2TOEIC
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    • get a grip

      US /ɡɛt e ɡrɪp/

      UK /ɡet ə ɡrip/

      • Idiom
      • To control your emotions and behave more calmly.
      A1
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    • get at

      US /ɡɛt æt/

      UK /ɡet æt/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To criticize someone, often personally
      • To imply something; hint at
      A1
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    • get past

      US /ɡɛt pæst/

      UK /ɡet pɑːst/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To overcome an obstacle or difficulty.
      • To move beyond someone or something that is blocking your way.
      A1
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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
      A1
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    • get to the bottom of

      US /ɡɛt tə ðə ˈbɑtəm ʌv/

      UK /ɡet tə ðə ˈbɒtəm əv/

      • other
      • To find the true cause or explanation of something.
      B2
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    • go back to

      US /ɡo bæk tu/

      UK /ɡəu bæk tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To return to a starting point
      A1
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    • go out

      US /ɡo aʊt/

      UK /ɡəu aut/

      • Phrase
      • To leave a building (e.g. a house)
      • Phrasal Verb
      • (Of a fire) to burn out; be extinguished
      • Go out of fashion to stop being fashionable
      A1
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    • going on

      US /ˈɡoɪŋ ɑn/

      UK /ˈgəʊɪŋ ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continue doing something
      • To happen (usually negative)
      A1
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    • good person

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • A morally upright and kind individual.
      • A person who is skilled or competent in a particular area.
      A1
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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
      A1
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    • graduate from

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To successfully complete a course of study at a university, college, or school.
      More
    • grapple with

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To struggle or deal with something difficult.
      • To engage in a physical struggle or fight.
      More
    • hang around

      US /hæŋ əˈraʊnd/

      UK /hæŋ əˈraund/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To spend time with someone
      A2
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    • happy ending

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • A conclusion to a story, play, movie, etc., in which everything turns out well for the protagonists.
      • A positive and satisfying resolution to a situation or period of difficulty.
      A1
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    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
      A1
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    • hear of

      US /hɪr ʌv/

      UK /hiə ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To know about someone or something because you have been told about them
      A1
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    • in a while

      US /ɪn e hwaɪl/

      UK /in ə hwail/

      • Phrase
      • In a short period of time; soon.
      • For a short period of time; soon.
      A2
      More
    • in accordance with

      US /ɪn əˈkɔrdns wɪð/

      UK /in əˈkɔ:dəns wið/

      • Phrase
      • In agreement with; following
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    • in and of themselves

      US /ɪn ənd əv ðəmˈselvz/

      UK /ɪn ənd əv ðəmˈselvz/

      • other
      • By their own nature; independently considered.
      C1
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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 general

      US /ɪn ˈdʒɛnərəl/

      UK /in ˈdʒenərəl/

      • Phrase
      • Typically; usually; on the whole.
      • Not specific or detailed; broadly.
      • Adjective
      • Not detailed or specific; overall.
      C2
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    • in haste

      US /ɪn hest/

      UK /in heist/

      • Phrase
      • With excessive speed or urgency; hurriedly.
      More
    • in mind

      US /ɪn maɪnd/

      UK /in maind/

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

      US /ɪn pɑrt/

      UK /in pɑ:t/

      • Adverb
      • To some extent; partially.
      A1
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    • in particular

      US /ɪn pɚˈtɪkjəlɚ/

      UK /in pəˈtikjulə/

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

      US /ɪn ˈpaʊɚ/

      UK /in ˈpauə/

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

      US /ɪn ˈprɪnsəpəl/

      UK /in ˈprinsəpl/

      • Phrase
      • In theory; as a general idea, though not yet in practice or detail.
      C1
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    • in terms of

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Present or circulating in the atmosphere.
      • Felt or sensed by many people; circulating as a rumor or feeling.
      • Adjective
      • Being broadcast on radio or television.
      A1
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    • in the final analysis

      US /ɪn ðə ˈfaɪnəl əˈnæləsɪs/

      UK /in ðə ˈfaɪnəl əˈnæləsɪs/

      • other
      • When everything is considered; ultimately.
      C1
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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.
      A1
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    • in the least

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Not at all; to the smallest degree.
      A1
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    • in the manner

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In the way or style of.
      • According to a specific method or procedure.
      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 presence of

      US /ɪn ðə ˈprɛzəns ʌv/

      UK /in ðə ˈprezəns ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • While someone or something else is present.
      B1
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    • in the process of

      US /ɪn ði ˈprɑsˌɛs ʌv/

      UK /in ðə ˈprəuses ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • During the course of; while something is happening or being done.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • in time

      US /ɪn taɪm/

      UK /in taim/

      • Adverb
      • Eventually; after a period of time.
      • Not late; with enough time to spare.
      • Phrase
      • Eventually; before it is too late.
      • According to the scheduled time; punctual.
      A1
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    • in tune

      US /ɪn tun/

      UK /in tju:n/

      • Phrase
      • Agreeing in pitch; agreeing in opinion
      A2
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    • in ways

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In a manner or by methods that.
      • In certain respects or aspects.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • individual

      US /ˌɪndəˈvɪdʒuəl/

      UK /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl/

      • Countable Noun
      • Single person, looked at separately from others
      • A single thing or item, especially when part of a set or group.
      • Adjective
      • Made for use by one single person
      • Having a distinct manner different from others
      A2
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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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    • interpret

      US /ɪnˈtɚprɪt/

      UK /ɪn'tɜ:prɪt/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To express so that others understand it
      • To translate what is said into another language
      A2TOEIC
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    • interpretation

      US /ɪnˌtɜː(r)prɪˈteɪʃ(ə)n/

      UK

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Explanation of the meaning of something
      • Act of translating between languages
      A2
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    • intrinsic

      US /ɪnˈtrɪnzɪk, -sɪk/

      UK /ɪnˈtrɪnsɪk/

      • Adjective
      • Being naturally and always a part of something
      B1
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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.
      A2
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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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    • left and right

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • In both the left and right directions.
      • Everywhere; in all directions.
      • Noun
      • Referring to both liberal and conservative political viewpoints.
      • Two opposing options or directions.
      A1
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    • light on

      US /laɪt ɑn/

      UK /lait ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To illuminate something.
      • To discover something unexpectedly.
      • Adjective
      • Gentle or delicate in the use of something.
      A1
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    • like a dream

      US /laɪk ə ˈdrim/

      UK /laɪk ə ˈdri:m/

      • other
      • Working or performing extremely well or smoothly.
      B1
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    • live for

      US /liv fɔr/

      UK /liv fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To consider something the most important thing in your life; to find purpose or great pleasure in something.
      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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    • lucid

      US /ˈlusɪd/

      UK /ˈlu:sɪd/

      • Adjective
      • Very clear; really easy to understand
      • Able to speak/think clearly, e.g. even if old
      C1TOEIC
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    • make of

      US /mek ʌv/

      UK /meik ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To understand or have an opinion about something
      • To create or produce something from a particular material
      A1
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    • make peace

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To end a state of conflict or war by agreeing to peaceful terms.
      B1
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    • make with

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To offer or provide something, often quickly or unexpectedly.
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    • manifest

      US /ˈmænəˌfɛst/

      UK /'mænɪfest/

      • Countable Noun
      • List of cargo on a ship
      • Transitive Verb
      • To express or show clearly
      • Display or show (a quality or feeling) by one's acts or appearance; demonstrate.
      B1TOEIC
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    • mess with

      US

      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To interfere with or tamper with something.
      • To provoke or annoy someone.
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To interfere with or tamper with something.
      • To tease, provoke, or annoy someone.
      B1
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    • might well

      US

      UK

      • Modal Verb
      • Used to indicate a good possibility or likelihood.
      • Used to suggest a sensible or advisable course of action.
      A1
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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 beyond

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To go past or exceed a limit, boundary, or set of expectations.
      B2
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    • negotiate with

      US

      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To discuss something formally in order to make an agreement.
      C1
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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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    • notion

      US /ˈnoʃən/

      UK /ˈnəuʃən/

      • Noun
      • Sudden idea or desire to do something
      B1TOEIC
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    • obvious

      US /ˈɑbviəs/

      UK /ˈɒbviəs/

      • Adjective
      • Easily understood and clear; plain to see
      • Easy to see or notice.
      A2TOEIC
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    • of a sudden

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Quickly and unexpectedly; suddenly.
      B2
      More
    • of all things

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Used to express surprise or disbelief at something unexpected or unusual.
      • Used to emphasize the unexpected or inappropriate nature of a choice or action.
      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
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    • of value

      US /ʌv ˈvælju/

      UK /ɔv ˈvælju/

      • Adjective
      • Having worth, importance, or usefulness.
      • Providing a benefit or advantage.
      A1
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    • off of

      US /ɔf ʌv/

      UK /ɔf ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • From a position on something; down from.
      A1
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    • off the ground

      US /ɔf ði ɡraʊnd/

      UK /ɔf ðə ɡraund/

      • Phrase
      • Having started or begun to operate or succeed.
      • Airborne; having left the ground.
      A1
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    • on purpose

      US /ɑn ˈpɚpəs/

      UK /ɔn ˈpə:pəs/

      • Idiom
      • Intentionally; deliberately.
      • Phrase
      • Intentionally; deliberately.
      A1
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    • on the book

      US /ɑn ðə bʊk/

      UK /ɒn ðə bʊk/

      • other
      • Recorded in an official list or register.
      B2
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    • on the other hand

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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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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    • once in a while

      US //wʌns ɪn ə waɪl//

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Occasionally; not very often.
      • Occasionally; not very often.
      A2
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    • one of those things

      US /wʌn əv ðoʊz θɪŋz/

      UK /wʌn əv ðəuz θɪŋz/

      • other
      • An unfortunate but unavoidable event.
      B2
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    • order out

      US /ˈɔrdɚ aʊt/

      UK /ˈɔ:də aʊt/

      • other
      • To arrange food delivery from a restaurant to eat at home.
      B2
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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.
      A1
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    • out of sync

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Not occurring at the same time or rate; not synchronized.
      • Not in agreement or harmony.
      A1
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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.
      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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    • perspective

      US /pɚˈspɛktɪv/

      UK /pə'spektɪv/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Artistic method of creating a sense of distance
      • Ability to understand what is important in life
      B1TOEIC
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    • properly

      US /ˈprɑːpərli/

      UK /ˈprɔpəlɪ/

      • Adverb
      • In an appropriate or correct manner
      • In a way that is suitable or appropriate.
      A2
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    • psychological

      US /ˌsaɪkəˈlɑdʒɪkəl/

      UK /ˌsaɪkəˈlɒdʒɪkl/

      • Adjective
      • Concerning the study of the mind
      • Relating to or involving the use of propaganda, threats, or other psychological techniques to subdue an opponent.
      A2
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    • pull back

      US /pʊl bæk/

      UK /pul bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To move to a safer area; retreat
      A1
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    • put together

      US /pʊt təˈɡɛðɚ/

      UK /put təˈɡeðə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To build or assemble something small, e.g. a toy
      • To organize or arrange something.
      A1
      More
    • rather than

      US

      UK

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

      US /ˈræʃənəl/

      UK /'ræʃnəl/

      • Adjective
      • Able to think clearly
      • A real number that can be written as a ratio of two integers.
      • Noun
      • A rational person.
      A2TOEIC
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    • reality

      US /riˈælɪti/

      UK /rɪ'ælətɪ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • What is true, as opposed to what is imagined
      • The state of things as they actually exist, rather than as they may appear or might be imagined.
      A2
      More
    • regardless of

      US /rɪˈɡɑrdlɪs ʌv/

      UK /riˈɡɑ:dlis ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • Preposition
      • Without being affected or influenced by something; despite.
      A2
      More
    • religious

      US /rɪˈlɪdʒəs/

      UK /rɪˈlɪdʒəs/

      • Adjective
      • Following the rules and beliefs of a faith
      • Relating to or manifesting faithful devotion to an acknowledged ultimate reality or deity.
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    • rely on

      US /rɪˈlaɪ ɑn/

      UK /riˈlai ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To depend on someone or something
      A2
      More
    • represent

      US /ˌrɛprɪˈzɛnt/

      UK /ˌreprɪ'zent/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To depict art objects, figures, scenes; to portray
      • To show or describe something in a particular way
      A2TOEIC
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    • rise up

      US /raɪz ʌp/

      UK /raiz ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To attempt to defeat government or ruler
      A1
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    • rough and tumble

      US /rʌf ænd ˈtʌmbəl/

      UK /rʌf ænd ˈtʌmbl/

      • Noun
      • Noisy and uncontrolled physical activity or fighting.
      B2
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    • roughly speaking

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Used to indicate that what you are saying is not exact but is still generally true.
      • Generally speaking; in a broad sense.
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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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    • see to

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To attend to; take care of
      • To make sure that something is done
      A1
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    • set out

      US /sɛt aʊt/

      UK /set aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrange something in an orderly fashion
      • To give in detail in writing
      A1
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    • set up

      US /sɛt ʌp/

      UK /set ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make arrangements for something; establish
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To arrange or prepare something for use.
      • To start a business, organization, etc.
      A1
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    • society

      US /səˈsaɪɪti/

      UK /sə'saɪətɪ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A group who meet to share values or interests
      • Group of people living together
      A2TOEIC
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    • sort out

      US /sɔrt aʊt/

      UK /sɔ:t aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To find a way of dealing with a problem; resolve
      • To resolve a problem; manage successfully
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • spring up

      US /sprɪŋ ʌp/

      UK /spriŋ ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To appear or develop quickly and suddenly.
      A1
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    • step into

      US /stɛp ˈɪntu/

      UK /step ˈɪntuː/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To enter a place or situation.
      • To become involved in something, especially a job or role.
      A1
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    • structure

      US /ˈstrʌk.tʃɚ/

      UK /ˈstrʌk.tʃə/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • The way in which the parts of a system or object are arranged or organized, or a system arranged in this way
      • A building or other man-made object.
      • Transitive Verb
      • To plan, organize, or arrange the parts of something
      A2TOEIC
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    • subjective

      US /səbˈdʒɛktɪv/

      UK /səbˈdʒektɪv/

      • Adjective
      • Using personal feelings and opinions not facts
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    • subordinate

      US /səˈbɔ:rdɪnət/

      UK /səˈbɔ:dɪnət/

      • Adjective
      • Grammar (of a clause) dependent on the main clause
      • Being or in a position of less power or authority
      • Transitive Verb
      • To modify a word or phrase to its head
      • To treat something as less valuable or important
      B1TOEIC
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    • such as

      US /sʌtʃ æz/

      UK /sʌtʃ æz/

      • Preposition
      • For example; like
      A1
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    • talk about it

      US /tɔk əˈbaʊt ɪt/

      UK /tɔ:k əˈbaut it/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To discuss a particular subject.
      A1
      More
    • talking about

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • According to the precise meaning of something; in a strict or literal sense.
      B2
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    • the following

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Next in order or sequence.
      • Uncountable Noun
      • What is about to be said or written.
      B1
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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
      More
    • 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
      A1
      More
    • think on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To consider something carefully before making a decision.
      A1
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    • think up

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To think of an idea or an excuse
      A1
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    • throw out

      US /θro aʊt/

      UK /θrəu aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make someone leave, because of bad behavior
      • To put in the garbage; discard
      A1
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    • to do with

      US

      UK

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

      US /tə ɡɑd/

      UK /tə ɡɒd/

      • other
      • Used to emphasize truth or sincerity.
      A2
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    • to let

      US /tu lɛt/

      UK /tu let/

      • Preposition
      • Indicates that a property is available for rent.
      A2
      More
    • to scale

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In proportion; maintaining accurate relative dimensions.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To increase or expand proportionally.
      • To climb or ascend.
      B2
      More
    • 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.
      A2
      More
    • tradition

      US /trəˈdɪʃən/

      UK /trəˈdɪʃn/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • An event, custom or way common to a people or race
      • Way of thinking or behaving used for a long time
      B1TOEIC
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    • transcendent

      US /trænˈsɛndənt/

      UK /trænˈsendənt/

      • Adjective
      • Beyond the range of human experience/understanding
      B2TOEIC
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    • turn back

      US /tɚn bæk/

      UK /tə:n bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To stop and move backward on some issue
      B2
      More
    • turn out

      US /tɚn aʊt/

      UK /tə:n aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrive for a public event or entertainment
      • To happen to be in the end
      A1
      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
      More
    • turned out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrive for a public event or entertainment
      • To happen to be in the end
      • Transitive Verb
      • To extinguish or switch off lights.
      A1
      More
    • up against

      US /ʌp əˈɡenst/

      UK /ʌp əˈɡenst/

      • Phrase
      • Facing or contending with something difficult or challenging.
      • In close proximity or contact with something.
      More
    • used to

      US /juzd tu/

      UK /ˈju:st tə/

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

      US /wɔk θru/

      UK /wɔ:k θru:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To show someone carefully how to do something
      A1
      More
    • wash up

      US /wɑʃ ʌp/

      UK /wɔʃ ʌp/

      • Phrase
      • To clean the plates, bowls and cups after eating
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To wash one's hands and face; to clean dishes after a meal.
      A1
      More
    • with God

      US /wɪθ gɑd/

      UK /wɪθ gɒd/

      • other
      • Being in the presence or care of God, often after death.
      B1
      More
    • with it

      US /wɪð ɪt/

      UK /wið it/

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Concerning; relating to; about.
      A1
      More
    • without which

      US

      UK

      • Conjunction
      • Used to indicate something that is essential or necessary for something else to exist or happen.
      • Phrase
      • Lacking the necessary element or condition.
      A2
      More
    • 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
      More
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    She took a brave step forward, leaving behind her comfort zone to chase her dreams.

    Vocabulary
    • brave

      adj. Having courage

    • comfort zone

      phr. A familiar situation where one feels safe

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

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    brave

    US/brev/
    UK/breɪv/
    adj.Brave
    v.t.To bravely face
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    Biblical Series I: Introduction to the Idea of God

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    Ever wondered about the idea of God from a psychological and mythological perspective? This video dives deep into Genesis, Carl Jung, and Nietzsche, offering a fascinating look at ancient texts and their meanings. You'll pick up advanced vocabulary and gain cultural depth while exploring complex ideas about purpose and meaning!

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