Vocabulary

  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • answer for: Be responsible for and explain one's actions.
  • at that time: During a specific point in the past.
  • on the table: Located on the surface of a table.
  • to death: Extremely; to a great degree
  • at least: As a minimum
  • at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
  • in the streets: Located or happening outdoors in public roads or areas.
  • to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
  • put out: To publish, e.g. a book
  • speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
  • as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
  • in confidence: Communicating privately and confidentially.
  • in case of: If something happens; in the event of.
  • look over: To check something to see it works well; inspect
  • down with: Suffering from an illness.
  • ever since: Continuously from a past time until now.
  • in advance: Ahead of time; before something happens
  • at length: In detail; fully
  • a few moments: A short period of time
  • as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
  • little man: A man of short stature.
  • in the air: Present or circulating in the atmosphere.
  • in the light of: Considering new information or facts.
  • look upon: To consider or regard in a particular way.
  • with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
  • for an instant: For a very short period of time; momentarily.
  • at a time: Separately; one by one
  • at last: Finally; after a long delay.
  • in part: To some extent; partially.
  • at home: In one's own residence or country.
  • to the left: In or toward the left direction.
  • turned out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
  • to the good: An advantage or credit that one has.
  • pipe in: To suddenly interrupt or add to a conversation.
  • in a corner: In a situation where one is trapped or pressured with few options.
  • all ears: Fully attentive; very interested in hearing what someone has to say.
  • except that: But; with the exception that.
  • in a state: In a particular condition or situation.
  • by no means: Certainly not; in no way.
  • the following: Next in order or sequence.
  • speak out: To express your opinion frankly and publicly, especially about something that you disagree with.
  • name for: To give someone or something a particular name, often in honor of someone else.
  • at random
  • for instance: As an example.
  • in aid of: For the purpose of helping or supporting someone or something.
  • to do with: To be about something; concern
  • make for: To go to or toward something/someone for a reason
  • got to: To arrive at some place
  • at the corner: Situated where two streets or edges meet at an angle.
  • sit down: To take a seat
  • for all that: Despite that; even though.
  • dwell upon: To think or talk about something for a long time.
  • presence of mind: The ability to remain calm and take quick, sensible action in a difficult situation.
  • in the pay of: Receiving money regularly from an employer or for secret work.
  • at a loss
  • hand on: To pass or transfer something physically to someone else.
  • at the moment: At this time; now
  • in the house: Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
  • horn in: To interrupt or intrude uninvited into a conversation or activity.
  • on end: Continuously; without stopping.
  • out of it: Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
  • take in: To allow to enter; receive as a guest
  • at the risk of: Used to introduce a statement that may offend or be criticized.
  • on duty
  • go on: To continue doing something
  • between you and me: Said to show that the information is private or confidential.
  • get back to: To get in contact with someone again
  • think twice: To consider something carefully before doing it, especially because it could have negative consequences.
  • on the sly: Doing something secretly or stealthily.
  • in favour of
  • all along: From the beginning; all the time.
  • at the sight of: When seeing something, especially suddenly or unexpectedly.
  • care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
  • with a will: With energetic and enthusiastic effort.
  • in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
  • going on: To continue doing something
  • in the way: Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
  • bear in mind: To remember and consider something.
  • in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
  • in action: Actively doing something; performing a task or duty.
  • over against: Directly opposite or facing something.
  • of late: Recently; lately.
  • slip by: To pass or elapse unnoticed or without being acted upon.
  • slip into: To quickly put on (a piece of clothing).
  • speak of: To mention someone or something in conversation.
  • hand out: To distribute papers (often in class)
  • do without: To manage without having or doing something
  • put back: To return something to the proper place
  • have at: To attack someone or something.
  • look back: To think about past events
  • walk with: To accompany someone while walking.
  • at work: Located at one's place of employment
  • in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
  • those times: A period in the past, often remembered fondly.
  • for the best: Resulting in the most positive or beneficial outcome, even if it's difficult or painful in the short term.
  • in red: Marked or written using the colour red.
  • face out: To have the front or main side directed towards something.
  • over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
  • black sheep: A person who is different from the rest of their family or group and who is considered a disgrace.
  • to this effect: In words that have this meaning or result.
  • in the midst of: Surrounded by; in the middle of.
  • in the meanwhile: During the time between two events.
  • as follows: Used to introduce a list or explanation.
  • with difficulty: Indicates doing something with great effort or struggle.
  • rein in: To control or limit something.
  • in the hope of: With the expectation or desire for something to happen.
  • as for: Concerning; regarding.
  • leave off: To stop doing something.
  • answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
  • in answer to: As a response to something.
  • in danger: Exposed to the risk of harm, injury, or loss.
  • count up: To add numbers together to find a total; to increase gradually.
  • in attendance: Present at a particular event or meeting.
  • lay in: To provide stocks (e.g. for the winter)
  • pass through: To experience something, often unpleasant or difficult.
  • get at: To criticize someone, often personally
  • on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
  • at the most: No more than; maximum amount or degree.
  • draw upon: To use something that you have gradually gained or saved
  • die out: To disappear completely; to become extinct
  • break out
  • in order that: With the purpose or intention that.
  • back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
  • out of harness: Not working or not engaged in usual duties or tasks.
  • on the road: Traveling, especially as part of a tour or journey.
  • in hand: In one's possession or control.
  • come near: To be nearly as much as (a value)
  • break into: To start suddenly (crying, panicking, etc.)
  • lift me up: To encourage or improve the mood of someone.
  • end in: To have something as the final result.
  • in vain: Without success or result; futilely.
  • behind the curtain: Secretly; not in public view.
  • under the circumstances: Considering the situation; given the facts.
  • from the first: From the very beginning.
  • in effect: In reality; in practice; virtually
  • for long: For a considerable period of time.
  • share in: To participate in something; to have a part or interest in something.
  • in secret: Done or kept in a way that is not known or seen by others.
  • at heart: In one's real or essential nature; fundamentally.
  • out of doors: Outside, in the open air.
  • along with: In addition to; together with.
  • show in: To lead someone into a room or building.
  • at rest: Not moving or being used.
  • apart from: Except for; not considering
  • of old: From a long time ago; in the past.
  • be with: To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
  • in the dark: Uninformed about something; unaware.
  • in power: Having control of a country or organization.
  • connected with: Related to; associated with.
  • before now: Up until this moment; previously.
  • after dark: After the sun has set and night has begun.
  • brother: A boy or man who shares a parent with you
  • doctor: Person paid to help people become or stay healthy
  • man: Humans in general, including male and female
  • father: A male parent
  • hand: Cards given to a player in a card game
  • night: Time when sun does not shine
  • good: Proper, appropriate or right
  • face: To cover a surface with something like paint
  • husband: Married man
  • day: A period of 24 hours beginning at midnight
  • life: All the living things e.g. animals, plants, humans
  • look: Person's beauty or physical attractiveness
  • head: To hit a ball with your head in a game
  • dear: Loved or valued very much
  • sister: Female you share a parent with
  • turn: To become (a particular age)
  • stand: To be a candidate in an election
  • dead: Not alive
  • mind: To be bothered or upset by something
  • return: To hit something back to the other player or team
  • cry: To sound an animal may make to call its family
  • hope: When you wish something will happen; what you wish
  • corner: To force into a position impossible to escape from
  • side: To decide to agree with one point, not the other
  • bring: To take or go with someone to a place
  • repeated: To do something over again
  • heart: A feeling of care for others; compassion
  • gate: Place in a fence which can be opened or closed
  • fall: Season after summer and before winter; Autumn
  • lie: To be in a horizontal or flat position
  • spy: Person who gets secret information about an enemy
  • sir: Form of polite address to a man you do not know
  • prisoner: Someone kept in a prison as punishment for a crime
  • breast: Fleshy part of a woman's body for feeding babies
  • strike: To hit something
  • difficulty: Something that is hard to do
  • raise: To increase a bet above another when playing cards
  • death: When someone dies; the end of life
  • common: Area in a city or town that is open to everyone
  • lay: Amateur; not being a trained priest
  • court: To act in a way to shows you wish to marry someone
  • rise: To wake up and get out of bed after sleeping
  • voice: Ability to sing well
  • handsome: A large amount or quantity
  • pour: To fill a person's glass or cup with a drink
  • manner: The way a person acts, talks, or behaves
  • citizen: Person who belongs to and has rights in a country
  • gentleman: Man who has good manners and is considerate
  • influence: To affect or change something indirectly
  • jury: 12 citizens who decide if someone is guilty or not
  • suspect: Person thought to have committed a crime
  • grave: Hole in the ground in which you place a dead body
  • sword: A long metal weapon with a sharp point and edge
  • dreadful: Extremely bad, unpleasant, or ugly
  • carriage: Vehicle on wheels, usually pulled by a horse
  • republican: Supporter of the conservative US political party
  • utter: To make a particular sound; speak
  • morrow: Next day
  • eld: Late time of life
  • tribunal: Type of court with authority over specific issues
  • antiquity: Very old object
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    • a few moments

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      • Phrase
      • A short period of time
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    • after dark

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • After the sun has set and night has begun.
      • Adjective
      • Occurring or operating secretly or illicitly, especially at night.
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    • all along

      US /ɔl əˈlɔŋ/

      UK /ɔ:l əˈlɔŋ/

      • Adverb
      • From the beginning; all the time.
      • Phrase
      • In a line parallel to something long.
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    • all ears

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      UK

      • Idiom
      • Fully attentive; very interested in hearing what someone has to say.
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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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    • 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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    • antiquity

      US /ænˈtɪkwɪti/

      UK /æn'tɪkwətɪ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Very old object
      • An ancient period
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    • apart from

      US /əˈpɑrt frʌm/

      UK /əˈpɑ:t frɔm/

      • Preposition
      • Except for; not considering
      • In addition to; as well as
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    • as follows

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      • Phrase
      • Used to introduce a list or explanation.
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    • as for

      US /æz fɔr/

      UK /æz fɔ:/

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

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      UK

      • Adverb
      • Acting or moving together at the same time.
      • In complete agreement or unity.
      • Phrase
      • With a single voice or opinion; unanimously.
      • In perfect harmony or unison.
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    • as soon as

      US /æz sun æz/

      UK /æz su:n æz/

      • Phrase
      • In a short time after (something happens)
      • Without any delay; immediately
      • Conjunction
      • At the moment that, or immediately after.
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    • at a loss

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      • Phrase
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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 heart

      US /æt hɑrt/

      UK /æt hɑ:t/

      • Phrase
      • In one's real or essential nature; fundamentally.
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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 last

      US /æt læst/

      UK /æt lɑ:st/

      • Adverb
      • Finally; after a long delay.
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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 length

      US /æt lɛŋkθ/

      UK /æt leŋθ/

      • Adverb
      • In detail; fully
      • Phrase
      • After a long time; eventually
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    • at night

      US /æt naɪt/

      UK /æt nait/

      • Phrase
      • During the night; in the nighttime.
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    • at random

      US /æt ˈrændəm/

      UK /æt ˈrændəm/

      • Phrase
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    • at rest

      US /æt rɛst/

      UK /æt rest/

      • Adjective
      • Not moving or being used.
      • In a state of peace, quiet, or relaxation.
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    • at that time

      US /æt ðæt taɪm/

      UK /æt ðæt taim/

      • Phrase
      • During a specific point in the past.
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    • at the corner

      US /æt ðə ˈkɔrnɚ/

      UK /æt ðə ˈkɔ:nə/

      • other
      • Situated where two streets or edges meet at an angle.
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    • at the moment

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      UK

      • Adverb
      • At this time; now
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    • at the most

      US /ət ðə ˈmoʊst/

      UK /ət ðə ˈməust/

      • other
      • No more than; maximum amount or degree.
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    • at the risk of

      US /ət ðə ˈrɪsk ʌv/

      UK /ət ðə ˈrɪsk əv/

      • other
      • Used to introduce a statement that may offend or be criticized.
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    • at the sight of

      US /ət ðə ˈsaɪt ʌv/

      UK /ət ðə ˈsaɪt əv/

      • other
      • When seeing something, especially suddenly or unexpectedly.
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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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    • 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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    • bear in mind

      US /bɛr ɪn maɪnd/

      UK /bɛə in maind/

      • Phrase
      • To remember and consider something.
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To remember or consider something
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    • before now

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Up until this moment; previously.
      • Prior to the present time; in the past.
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    • behind the curtain

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Secretly; not in public view.
      • In the space at the back of a curtain.
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    • between you and me

      US /bɪˈtwin ju ənd mi/

      UK /bɪˈtwi:n ju: ənd mi:/

      • other
      • Said to show that the information is private or confidential.
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    • black sheep

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      UK

      • Noun
      • A person who is different from the rest of their family or group and who is considered a disgrace.
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    • break into

      US /brek ˈɪntu/

      UK /breik ˈɪntuː/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To start suddenly (crying, panicking, etc.)
      • To get into a new field of work
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    • break out

      US /brek aʊt/

      UK /breik aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To isolate some information from other data
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    • breast

      US /brɛst/

      UK /brest/

      • Countable Noun
      • Fleshy part of a woman's body for feeding babies
      • (Poetic) upper front part of the body; the heart
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    • by no means

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      UK

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

      US /ˈkærɪdʒ/

      UK /ˈkærɪdʒ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Vehicle on wheels, usually pulled by a horse
      • A separate section of a train for passengers.
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    • citizen

      US /ˈsɪtɪzən/

      UK /'sɪtɪzn/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Person who belongs to and has rights in a country
      • A person who is a member of a community.
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    • come near

      US /kʌm nɪr/

      UK /kʌm niə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be nearly as much as (a value)
      • To approach
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    • connected with

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • Related to; associated with.
      • Involved with; having a relationship with.
      • Phrasal Verb
      • Was associated or linked to someone or something.
      • Felt understanding or empathy with someone or something.
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    • corner

      US /ˈkɔrnɚ/

      UK /'kɔ:nə(r)/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To force into a position impossible to escape from
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Place where two lines, sides, corners etc. meet
      • Edges of something, e.g. eyes, boxing ring
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    • count up

      US /kaʊnt ʌp/

      UK /kaunt ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To add numbers together to find a total; to increase gradually.
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    • court

      US /kɔrt, kort/

      UK /kɔ:t/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To act in a way to shows you wish to marry someone
      • To encourage dangerous behavior
      • Noun
      • Place king or queen meet people, makes laws etc.
      • Place where legal cases are decided
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    • death

      US /dɛθ/

      UK /deθ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • When someone dies; the end of life
      • The cause or manner of someone dying.
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    • die out

      US /daɪ aʊt/

      UK /dai aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To disappear completely; to become extinct
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    • do without

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To manage without having or doing something
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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.
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    • draw upon

      US /drɔ əˈpɑn/

      UK /drɔ: əˈpɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To use something that you have gradually gained or saved
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    • dreadful

      US /ˈdrɛdfəl/

      UK /ˈdredfl/

      • Adjective
      • Extremely bad, unpleasant, or ugly
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    • dwell upon

      US /dwɛl əˈpɑn/

      UK /dwel əˈpɒn/

      • other
      • To think or talk about something for a long time.
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    • end in

      US /ɛnd ɪn/

      UK /end in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have something as the final result.
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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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    • except that

      US /ɪkˈsɛpt ðæt/

      UK /ikˈsept ðæt/

      • Conjunction
      • But; with the exception that.
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    • face out

      US /fes aʊt/

      UK /feis aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have the front or main side directed towards something.
      • Transitive Verb
      • To arrange merchandise on a shelf or display so that the front of the item is visible.
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    • for all that

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      • Phrase
      • Despite that; even though.
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    • for an instant

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

      US /fɔr ˈɪnstəns/

      UK /fɔ: ˈinstəns/

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

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

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      • Phrase
      • Resulting in the most positive or beneficial outcome, even if it's difficult or painful in the short term.
      • Hoping for a positive outcome.
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    • from the first

      US /frəm ðə ˈfɝst/

      UK /frəm ðə ˈfɜ:st/

      • other
      • From the very beginning.
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    • gate

      US /ɡet/

      UK /ɡeɪt/

      • Noun
      • Place in a fence which can be opened or closed
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    • gentleman

      US /ˈdʒɛntlmən/

      UK /'dʒentlmən/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Man who has good manners and is considerate
      • A polite form of address for a man, especially in formal situations.
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    • get at

      US /ɡɛt æt/

      UK /ɡet æt/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To criticize someone, often personally
      • To imply something; hint at
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    • 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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    • 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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    • going on

      US /ˈɡoɪŋ ɑn/

      UK /ˈgəʊɪŋ ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continue doing something
      • To happen (usually negative)
      A1
      More
    • 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
      More
    • grave

      US /ɡrev/

      UK /ɡreɪv/

      • Countable Noun
      • Hole in the ground in which you place a dead body
      • Uncountable Noun
      • Poetic death; being dead
      A2TOEIC
      More
    • hand on

      US /hænd ɑn/

      UK /hænd ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To pass or transfer something physically to someone else.
      • To pass or transfer knowledge, skills, or traditions to someone else.
      A1
      More
    • hand out

      US /hænd aʊt/

      UK /hænd aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To distribute papers (often in class)
      A1
      More
    • have at

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To attack someone or something.
      • To begin doing something with enthusiasm.
      A1
      More
    • horn in

      US /hɔrn ɪn/

      UK /hɔ:n ɪn/

      • other
      • To interrupt or intrude uninvited into a conversation or activity.
      B2
      More
    • in a corner

      US /ɪn ə ˈkɔrnɚ/

      UK /ɪn ə ˈkɔ:nə/

      • other
      • In a situation where one is trapped or pressured with few options.
      B1
      More
    • in a state

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In a particular condition or situation.
      • In an emotional condition, often negative (e.g., panic, distress).
      B2
      More
    • in action

      US

      UK

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

      US /ɪn ædˈvæns/

      UK /in ədˈvɑ:ns/

      • Phrase
      • Ahead of time; before something happens
      • Noun
      • A payment made before it is due, especially for work to be done
      A2
      More
    • in aid of

      US /ɪn eɪd əv/

      UK /ɪn eɪd əv/

      • Preposition
      • For the purpose of helping or supporting someone or something.
      B2
      More
    • in answer to

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • As a response to something.
      • As a reaction or response to something, often a problem or request.
      A1
      More
    • in attendance

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Present at a particular event or meeting.
      A1
      More
    • in case of

      US /ɪn kes ʌv/

      UK /in keis ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • If something happens; in the event of.
      • If something happens.
      • Conjunction
      • To be prepared for something that might happen.
      A1
      More
    • in confidence

      US /ɪn ˈkɑnfədəns/

      UK /in ˈkɒnfidəns/

      • other
      • Communicating privately and confidentially.
      B2
      More
    • in danger

      US /ɪn ˈdendʒɚ/

      UK /in ˈdeindʒə/

      • Phrase
      • Exposed to the risk of harm, injury, or loss.
      • At risk of experiencing something negative or harmful.
      A1
      More
    • in effect

      US /ɪn ɪˈfɛkt/

      UK /in iˈfekt/

      • Phrase
      • In reality; in practice; virtually
      A1
      More
    • in favour of

      US /ɪn ˈfevɚ ʌv/

      UK /in ˈfeivə ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • Preposition
      • Supporting or approving of something.
      A2
      More
    • in hand

      US /ɪn hænd/

      UK /in hænd/

      • Phrase
      • In one's possession or control.
      More
    • in mind

      US /ɪn maɪnd/

      UK /in maind/

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

      US /ɪn ˈɔrdɚ ðæt/

      UK /in ˈɔ:də ðæt/

      • Conjunction
      • With the purpose or intention that.
      A2
      More
    • in part

      US /ɪn pɑrt/

      UK /in pɑ:t/

      • Adverb
      • To some extent; partially.
      A1
      More
    • in power

      US /ɪn ˈpaʊɚ/

      UK /in ˈpauə/

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

      US /ɪn rɛd/

      UK /in red/

      • Phrase
      • Marked or written using the colour red.
      • Adjective
      • Operating at a financial loss; in debt.
      More
    • in secret

      US /ɪn ˈsiːkrət/

      UK /in ˈsiːkrət/

      • Phrase
      • Done or kept in a way that is not known or seen by others.
      B1
      More
    • 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
      More
    • in the dark

      US /ɪn ði dɑrk/

      UK /in ðə dɑ:k/

      • Adjective
      • Uninformed about something; unaware.
      • Phrase
      • In a state of secrecy or ignorance.
      • In a place with little or no light.
      A1
      More
    • in the hope of

      US /ɪn ðə ˈhoʊp ʌv/

      UK /in ðə ˈhəup ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • With the expectation or desire for something to happen.
      B2
      More
    • in the house

      US

      UK

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

      US /ɪn ðə ˈlaɪt ʌv/

      UK /in ðə ˈlaɪt ɔv/

      • other
      • Considering new information or facts.
      B2
      More
    • in the meanwhile

      US /ɪn ði ˈminˌhwaɪl/

      UK /in ðə ˈmi:nˌhwail/

      • Phrase
      • During the time between two events.
      • At the same time; simultaneously.
      A1
      More
    • in the middle of

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Surrounded by; in the middle of.
      • During; while something is happening.
      A1
      More
    • in the pay of

      US /ɪn ðə ˈpeɪ ʌv/

      UK /in ðə ˈpei ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Receiving money regularly from an employer or for secret work.
      B2
      More
    • in the streets

      US /ɪn ðə strits/

      UK /ɪn ðə stri:ts/

      • other
      • Located or happening outdoors in public roads or areas.
      A2
      More
    • in the way

      US /ɪn ði we/

      UK /in ðə wei/

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

      US /ɪn ven/

      UK /in vein/

      • Phrase
      • Without success or result; futilely.
      C1
      More
    • in with

      US /ɪn wɪð/

      UK /in wið/

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

      US / ˈɪnfluəns/

      UK /'ɪnflʊəns/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To affect or change something indirectly
      • To persuade someone to do something.
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • The power to affect what happens, to persuade etc.
      • A person or thing that affects someone or something in an important way.
      A2TOEIC
      More
    • jury

      US /ˈdʒʊri/

      UK /ˈdʒʊəri/

      • Noun
      • 12 citizens who decide if someone is guilty or not
      B1
      More
    • lay

      US /le/

      UK /leɪ/

      • Adjective
      • Amateur; not being a trained priest
      • Transitive Verb
      • To place a bet on a game outcome
      • (Of a bird, etc.) to produce eggs from its body
      A2
      More
    • lay in

      US /le ɪn/

      UK /lei in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To provide stocks (e.g. for the winter)
      • Stayed in bed later than usual in the morning.
      A2
      More
    • leave off

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To stop doing something.
      • To omit or exclude something.
      A2
      More
    • lie

      US /lai/

      UK /laɪ/

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To be in a horizontal or flat position
      • To say something that you know is not true
      • Countable Noun
      • An untrue statement, when you know it is not true
      A2
      More
    • lift me up

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To encourage or improve the mood of someone.
      • To raise someone to a higher position physically.
      A1
      More
    • little man

      US

      UK

      • Countable Noun
      • A man of short stature.
      • An unimportant or insignificant person.
      A1
      More
    • look at

      US /lʊk æt/

      UK /luk æt/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To use your eyes to focus on something
      • To focus your eyes on something carefully
      A1
      More
    • look back

      US /lʊk bæk/

      UK /luk bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To think about past events
      A1
      More
    • look over

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To check something to see it works well; inspect
      • To examine or inspect something quickly.
      A1
      More
    • look upon

      US /lʊk əˈpɑn/

      UK /luk əˈpɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To consider or regard in a particular way.
      A1
      More
    • make for

      US /mek fɔr/

      UK /meik fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To go to or toward something/someone for a reason
      • To result in; cause
      A1
      More
    • manner

      US /ˈmænɚ/

      UK /ˈmænə(r)/

      • Noun
      • The way a person acts, talks, or behaves
      • Polite and respectful behavior to others
      A2TOEIC
      More
    • morrow

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • Next day
      C2
      More
    • name for

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Recently; lately.
      A1
      More
    • of old

      US /ʌv oʊld/

      UK /əv əuld/

      • other
      • From a long time ago; in the past.
      B2
      More
    • on duty

      US /ɑn ˈduti/

      UK /ɔn ˈdju:ti/

      • Phrase
      A2
      More
    • on end

      US /ɑn ɛnd/

      UK /ɔn end/

      • Phrase
      • Continuously; without stopping.
      • In an upright position; standing vertically.
      A1
      More
    • on the ground

      US

      UK

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

      US /ɑn ði rəʊd/

      UK /ɔn ðə roʊd/

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

      US /ɑn ðə slaɪ/

      UK /ɒn ðə slaɪ/

      • other
      • Doing something secretly or stealthily.
      B1
      More
    • on the table

      US /ɑn ði ˈtebəl/

      UK /ɔn ðə ˈteibl/

      • Phrase
      • Located on the surface of a table.
      • Available for consideration or discussion.
      A1
      More
    • out of doors

      US /aʊt əv dɔɚz/

      UK /aʊt əv dɔ:z/

      • other
      • Outside, in the open air.
      B1
      More
    • out of harness

      US /aʊt əv ˈhɑrnɪs/

      UK /aʊt əv ˈhɑ:nɪs/

      • other
      • Not working or not engaged in usual duties or tasks.
      C2
      More
    • 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
      More
    • over against

      US /ˈoʊvɚ əˈɡenst/

      UK /ˈəuvə əˈɡenst/

      • Preposition
      • Directly opposite or facing something.
      C2
      More
    • over to

      US

      UK

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

      US /pæs θru/

      UK /pɑ:s θru:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To experience something, often unpleasant or difficult.
      • To go through something; to move from one side to the other of something.
      A2
      More
    • pipe in

      US /paɪp ɪn/

      UK /paɪp in/

      • other
      • To suddenly interrupt or add to a conversation.
      B2
      More
    • pour

      US /pɔr, por/

      UK /pɔ:(r)/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To fill a person's glass or cup with a drink
      • To make something flow in a steady stream
      A2
      More
    • presence of mind

      US /ˈprɛzəns ʌv maɪnd/

      UK /ˈprezəns ɔv maind/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • The ability to remain calm and take quick, sensible action in a difficult situation.
      A1
      More
    • prisoner

      US /ˈprɪzənɚ, ˈprɪznɚ/

      UK /'prɪznə(r)/

      • Countable Noun
      • Someone kept in a prison as punishment for a crime
      A2
      More
    • put back

      US /pʊt bæk/

      UK /put bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To return something to the proper place
      A1
      More
    • put out

      US /pʊt aʊt/

      UK /put aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To publish, e.g. a book
      • To cause someone to be troubled or inconvenienced
      A1
      More
    • rein in

      US /ren ɪn/

      UK /rein in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To control or limit something.
      More
    • repeated

      US /rɪˈpitɪd/

      UK /rɪˈpi:tɪd/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To do something over again
      • To say something you have learned and memorized
      • Adjective
      • Happening or done many times in the same way.
      A2
      More
    • republican

      US /rɪˈpʌblɪkən/

      UK /rɪˈpʌblɪkən/

      • Countable Noun
      • Supporter of the conservative US political party
      • Adjective
      • Of a republic; not favoring a monarchy
      B1
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      More
    • show in

      US /ʃo ɪn/

      UK /ʃəu ɪn/

      • other
      • To lead someone into a room or building.
      A2
      More
    • sit down

      US /sit daʊn/

      UK /sit daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take a seat
      A1
      More
    • slip by

      US /slɪp baɪ/

      UK /slip bai/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To pass or elapse unnoticed or without being acted upon.
      A2
      More
    • slip into

      US /slɪp ˈɪntu/

      UK /slip ˈɪntuː/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To quickly put on (a piece of clothing).
      • To gradually enter a particular state or situation, especially a negative one.
      A1
      More
    • speak of

      US /spik ʌv/

      UK /spi:k ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To mention someone or something in conversation.
      B1
      More
    • speak out

      US /spik aʊt/

      UK /spi:k aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To express your opinion frankly and publicly, especially about something that you disagree with.
      A1
      More
    • speak to

      US /spik tu/

      UK /spi:k tu:/

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

      US /spaɪ/

      UK /spaɪ/

      • Noun
      • Person who gets secret information about an enemy
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To try to get secrets about an enemy country
      • To secretly watch someone or something
      B1TOEIC
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    • strike

      US /straɪk/

      UK /straɪk/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To hit something
      • To remove or erase.
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A punch or hit
      • Fact of not hitting the ball when playing baseball
      A2TOEIC
      More
    • suspect

      US /səˈspɛkt/

      UK /sə'spekt/

      • Noun
      • Person thought to have committed a crime
      • Transitive Verb
      • To consider someone is the one guilty of a crime
      • To doubt or lack trust
      A2TOEIC
      More
    • sword

      US /sɔrd/

      UK /sɔ:d/

      • Countable Noun
      • A long metal weapon with a sharp point and edge
      B1
      More
    • take in

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To allow to enter; receive as a guest
      • To include or add
      • Transitive Verb
      • To absorb (liquid).
      • To understand or comprehend something.
      A1
      More
    • the following

      US

      UK

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

      US /θɪŋk twaɪs/

      UK /θiŋk twais/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To consider something carefully before doing it, especially because it could have negative consequences.
      A1
      More
    • those times

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • A period in the past, often remembered fondly.
      • A specific era or period in history.
      A1
      More
    • to death

      US /tu dɛθ/

      UK /tu: deθ/

      • Phrase
      • Extremely; to a great degree
      • Until death
      B1
      More
    • to do with

      US

      UK

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

      US /tu lɛt/

      UK /tu let/

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

      US /tu ðə ɡʊd/

      UK /tu ðə ɡʊd/

      • other
      • An advantage or credit that one has.
      C2
      More
    • to the left

      US

      UK

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

      US /tu ðɪs ɪˈfɛkt/

      UK /tə ðɪs iˈfekt/

      • other
      • In words that have this meaning or result.
      B2
      More
    • tribunal

      US /traɪˈbjunəl, trɪ-/

      UK /traɪˈbju:nl/

      • Noun
      • Type of court with authority over specific issues
      B1TOEIC
      More
    • turned out

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Considering the situation; given the facts.
      More
    • utter

      US /ˈʌtɚ/

      UK /'ʌtə(r)/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To make a particular sound; speak
      • Adjective
      • Being complete or total
      B2TOEIC
      More
    • walk with

      US /wɔk wɪð/

      UK /wɔ:k wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To accompany someone while walking.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To support or stand by someone.
      More
    • with a will

      US /wɪð ə wɪl/

      UK /wɪð ə wɪl/

      • other
      • With energetic and enthusiastic effort.
      B2
      More
    • with difficulty

      US /wɪθ ˈdɪfəkəlti/

      UK /wɪθ ˈdɪfɪkəlti/

      • other
      • Indicates doing something with great effort or struggle.
      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
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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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