Vocabulary

  • in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
  • at the moment: At this time; now
  • all at once: Suddenly; at the same time
  • at once: Immediately; without delay
  • from time to time: Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
  • at least: As a minimum
  • in truth: In fact; actually; really
  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
  • at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
  • same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
  • on the floor: Located on the ground or bottom surface of a room.
  • go on: To continue doing something
  • lie in: To stay in bed later than usual in the morning.
  • on the point of: About to do something very soon.
  • on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
  • in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
  • as well as: Also; in addition to
  • in the meantime: During the time between two events; meanwhile.
  • in the midst of: Surrounded by; in the middle of.
  • in the presence of: While someone or something else is present.
  • spread out: To extend or stretch over a large area.
  • set out: To arrange something in an orderly fashion
  • at the corner: Situated where two streets or edges meet at an angle.
  • in need: Not having the necessary things, such as food
  • for the sake of: For the purpose of; in the interest of.
  • above all: Most importantly; more than anything else.
  • back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
  • bend down: To bend your body toward the floor
  • in love with: Feeling romantic love for someone.
  • in sooth: In truth; really or truly (archaic or literary).
  • in consequence: As a result; therefore.
  • at length: In detail; fully
  • at intervals: Occurring with breaks of time in between.
  • together with: In addition to; along with.
  • in the air: Present or circulating in the atmosphere.
  • out of breath: Having difficulty breathing, often after physical exertion.
  • in accordance with: In agreement with; following
  • secret of: The key or hidden information that explains something.
  • wait for: To wait until someone comes, or something happens
  • with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
  • at the door of: Located very close to the entrance or opening of a place.
  • burst into: To enter a place suddenly and forcefully.
  • by heart: Learned or memorized perfectly.
  • at ease
  • for pity's sake: An expression showing frustration or pleading urgently.
  • on tiptoe: Walking quietly with raised heels to avoid making noise.
  • hand on: To pass or transfer something physically to someone else.
  • in the dark: Uninformed about something; unaware.
  • start out: To begin your life or career in a particular way.
  • on account of: Because of.
  • account of: A spoken or written description of an event.
  • in parallel: Done at the same time; simultaneously.
  • from top to bottom: Completely or thoroughly; in every part.
  • tone with: To be consistent or appropriate in style or mood.
  • in play: In a state of being actively involved in a game or activity.
  • at hand: Close by; readily available.
  • at times: Sometimes; occasionally.
  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
  • without knowing: Unaware; without being conscious of something.
  • in the first place: To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
  • break out
  • speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
  • at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
  • pass by: To go past someone or something.
  • in motion: Moving; not stationary.
  • man up: To behave in a braver or more resilient way; to face a difficult situation with courage.
  • look upon: To consider or regard in a particular way.
  • come up: To come closer to someone; approach
  • as you wish: A polite way of granting a request or giving permission.
  • on the alert: Being watchful and ready to react immediately.
  • burst out: To suddenly express an emotion or sound.
  • lie with: To have sexual intercourse with someone.
  • for fear of: Because of anxiety or apprehension that something undesirable might happen.
  • part with: To give something away; relinquish possession of something.
  • make with: To offer or provide something, often quickly or unexpectedly.
  • think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
  • come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
  • name for: To give someone or something a particular name, often in honor of someone else.
  • draw out: To lengthen (far beyond the normal limits)
  • show in: To lead someone into a room or building.
  • attentive to: Paying close attention to someone or something.
  • in red: Marked or written using the colour red.
  • become of: To happen or become the result of something.
  • in the house: Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
  • on the carpet: Called for a reprimand or formal criticism.
  • for life: For the duration of one's life; permanently.
  • in faith: Truly; certainly; indeed.
  • in company with: Accompanied or together with others.
  • by god: An expression of surprise, shock, or emphasis.
  • in conclusion: Used to indicate a summary or final point.
  • as against: Compared with; in contrast to.
  • chance on: To find or discover something unexpectedly.
  • fly out: To leave a place by airplane.
  • with the exception of: Excluding; not including.
  • of yours: Belonging to you; your possession or property.
  • push on: To continue with some effort; persevere
  • pour out: To serve a drink by letting it flow from a container.
  • on the square: Behaving honestly and fairly.
  • know better: To be wise enough not to do something.
  • on the double: Very quickly; immediately
  • at last: Finally; after a long delay.
  • like a man: To act bravely or responsibly.
  • in passing: Mentioned briefly or casually without focus.
  • come from: To have as your native country or city
  • on the way: During the journey to a particular place.
  • lights up: Third-person singular present tense of to illuminate something; to make something brighter with light.
  • see through: To realize the truth about
  • turn over: To lose possession of a ball in sports
  • in particular: Specifically; especially.
  • on the table: Located on the surface of a table.
  • provided with: Past tense of providing; supplied or equipped someone with something.
  • a few moments: A short period of time
  • to the left: In or toward the left direction.
  • lay in: To provide stocks (e.g. for the winter)
  • such as: For example; like
  • pour forth: To emit or express something freely and abundantly.
  • on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
  • do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
  • to God: Used to emphasize truth or sincerity.
  • end in: To have something as the final result.
  • hand over: To give into the possession or control of another
  • brush away: To remove something by sweeping or wiping with a brush or hand.
  • hold in: To hide your emotions and not let them show
  • in the hands of: Under the control or responsibility of someone.
  • wall in: To surround something tightly with walls or barriers.
  • in capital letters: Written using uppercase letters only.
  • come for: To arrive to collect someone or something.
  • in a fair way: Making good progress toward a goal or result.
  • in point: Relevant; pertinent
  • get together: To gather, or come together for some purpose
  • to do with: To be about something; concern
  • round to: To visit someone's place informally, usually briefly.
  • hanging out: To spend time with your friends
  • in turn: One after the other in a sequence or rotation.
  • speak of: To mention someone or something in conversation.
  • arrive at: To reach a place, especially at the end of a journey.
  • in hell: In a very bad or unpleasant situation
  • talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
  • at the feet of: Being in a position of submission or deep respect near someone.
  • pass through: To experience something, often unpleasant or difficult.
  • as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
  • symbol of: Something that represents or stands for something else, especially an object representing an abstract idea.
  • in the act: While performing an action, especially something wrong or illegal.
  • beneath the surface: In or under the outer layer of something, often physically below.
  • set to: To energetically begin to do, e.g. making a fire
  • on the part of: By or done by (someone); concerning someone.
  • in the open: Publicly; not secret.
  • to boot: In addition; as well; besides.
  • in glass: Kept inside glass containers or greenhouses for protection or display.
  • left open: Not closed, ajar.
  • up against: Facing or contending with something difficult or challenging.
  • come forth: To appear; to emerge.
  • with dignity: In a manner that shows respect and seriousness.
  • ever since: Continuously from a past time until now.
  • in the least: Not at all; to the smallest degree.
  • on the street: Located on or along a public road in a town or city.
  • on the watch: Being alert and carefully observing for something.
  • on the other side of: Located across something from a given point.
  • the following: Next in order or sequence.
  • see stars: To feel dizzy or confused, usually after a blow to the head.
  • in the name of heaven: An exclamation showing shock or protest.
  • in pursuit: Following or chasing someone or something, typically to catch them.
  • by chance: Accidentally; without planning.
  • in circulation: Available and being used by the public.
  • clock in: To record the time of one's arrival at work, typically using a time clock.
  • chop up: To cut something into small pieces.
  • in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
  • in advance: Ahead of time; before something happens
  • slip into: To quickly put on (a piece of clothing).
  • hard by: Very near or close to something.
  • at your service: Willing and able to help you.
  • in person: Physically present; not by proxy or remotely.
  • shut up: To close something, e.g. a shop
  • in the black: Operating with a profit; not in debt.
  • at the point of: Just about to do something or reach a state.
  • on fire: Very successful or popular
  • in hand: In one's possession or control.
  • stand out
  • on the bench: Not actively playing in a game; in reserve.
  • closer than: Nearer in distance compared to something else.
  • in order that: With the purpose or intention that.
  • on the verge of: Very near to doing or experiencing something.
  • condemned to: To be destined for a particular fate, usually negative.
  • at the sight of: When seeing something, especially suddenly or unexpectedly.
  • care for: To want or desire a thing
  • descend upon: To arrive somewhere in large numbers suddenly.
  • red hot: Extremely hot; heated to a point of glowing red.
  • man: Humans in general, including male and female
  • young: At an early stage of existence; not mature
  • door: You walk through this when you go in a room
  • girl: A female child; a young woman
  • brother: A boy or man who shares a parent with you
  • head: To hit a ball with your head in a game
  • poor: Inferior; below the normal standard
  • arm: To activate a weapon or bomb for use
  • good: Proper, appropriate or right
  • hand: Cards given to a player in a card game
  • window: Opening in a wall or door to let in light
  • love: Person's name
  • beautiful: Having dome something well
  • face: To cover a surface with something like paint
  • chair: A person in charge of an official meeting
  • moment: Very short or brief period of time
  • dancer: People who move their body with rhythm to music
  • air: Mixture of gases around the earth that we breathe
  • fair: Neither very good nor very bad; average
  • purse: Small bag for carrying money and other things
  • officer: Person of high position in an organization
  • king: Person considered the best or top at something
  • soul: Central or basic part of something
  • neck: Part of the body joining the head and the body
  • cousin: Child of your uncle or aunt
  • square: Shape with 4 equal length sides and 4 equal angles
  • turn: To become (a particular age)
  • corner: To force into a position impossible to escape from
  • fire: Heat and the flame produced when burning
  • art: Creative skill using the imagination e.g. painting
  • captain: Title of a senior officer in the military
  • reply: Answer to someone's question
  • goat: Small animal with beard and horns
  • priest: Person who can perform ceremonies in a religion
  • smile: To put up the corners of mouth to show happiness
  • remain: To be left behind; to continue to exist
  • tower: Tall, narrow building
  • spider: Small creature with 8 legs that spins cobwebs
  • silence: State of being quiet and not talking for a time
  • charm: Quality of making people like you; attractiveness
  • suddenly: In an unexpected or very quick manner
  • voice: Ability to sing well
  • continue: To do something without stopping, or after pausing
  • stone: Hard, solid piece of rock
  • appear: To be seen, become visible; come into sight
  • master: To gain control over something
  • cell: Smallest unit of living things in biology
  • devil: A spirit said to be evil
  • sword: A long metal weapon with a sharp point and edge
  • tone: Atmosphere or feeling in a message
  • gaze: Direction you are looking
  • scholar: Educated person who attends or attended school
  • staircase: Flight of stairs and the structures supporting it
  • exclaimed: To say or shout something suddenly
  • gloomy: (E.g. of a room) dark; dim; poorly lit
  • archdeacon: Church official ranking just below a bishop
  • de: Of; expressing origin, possession, or separation
  • gypsy: Itinerant person; wanderer
  • thou: An old-fashioned word for you
  • la: The syllable naming the sixth (submediant) note of a major or minor scale in solmization
  • dame: Title of respect given to a woman
  • beheld: To look at
  • monsieur: (French) Mr; sir
  • thee: An old-fashioned word for you
  • chamber: Enclosed space that contains something
  • furnace: Container with hot fire for melting metal, etc.
  • tambourine: Shallow drum with metal discs, held in the hand
  • mantle: History cloak without sleeves worn over clothes
  • halt: To stop, or cause something, e.g. a car, to stop
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    • a few moments

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      • Phrase
      • A short period of time
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    • above all

      US /əˈbʌv ɔl/

      UK /əˈbʌv ɔ:l/

      • Phrase
      • Most importantly; more than anything else.
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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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    • after all

      US /ˈæftɚ ɔl/

      UK /ˈɑ:ftə ɔ:l/

      • Adverb
      • In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
      • Considering everything; used to indicate that something is happening or is true despite some difficulty or obstacle
      • Phrase
      • Despite what was expected or thought; in spite of everything.
      • Taking everything into consideration; considering that.
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    • all at once

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      • Adverb
      • Suddenly; at the same time
      • At the same time; simultaneously
      • Phrase
      • Suddenly; at the same time
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    • archdeacon

      US /ˌɑ:rtʃˈdi:kən/

      UK /ˌɑ:tʃˈdi:kən/

      • Countable Noun
      • Church official ranking just below a bishop
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    • arrive at

      US /əˈraɪv æt/

      UK /əˈraiv æt/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To reach a place, especially at the end of a journey.
      • To reach a conclusion or decision after thinking about something.
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    • as against

      US /əz əˈgɛnst/

      UK /əz əˈgenst/

      • other
      • Compared with; in contrast to.
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    • as one

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      • 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 well as

      US /æz wɛl æz/

      UK /æz wel æz/

      • Adverb
      • Also; in addition to
      • Preposition
      • In addition to; and also.
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    • as you wish

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      • Phrase
      • A polite way of granting a request or giving permission.
      • Expressing acceptance of someone's decision, even if one doesn't necessarily agree with it.
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    • at ease

      US /æt iz/

      UK /æt i:z/

      • Phrase
      • Adjective
      • Free from constraint, embarrassment, or awkwardness; relaxed.
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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 intervals

      US /ˌæt ˈɪntɚvəlz/

      UK /ˌæt ˈɪntəvəlz/

      • other
      • Occurring with breaks of time in between.
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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 once

      US /æt wʌns/

      UK /æt wʌns/

      • Adverb
      • Immediately; without delay
      • At the same time; simultaneously
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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 door of

      US /æt ðə dɔr ʌv/

      UK /æt ðə dɔ: əv/

      • other
      • Located very close to the entrance or opening of a place.
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    • at the feet of

      US /æt ðə fit ʌv/

      UK /æt ðə fi:t əv/

      • other
      • Being in a position of submission or deep respect near someone.
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    • at the moment

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      • Adverb
      • At this time; now
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    • at the point of

      US /ət ðə ˈpɔɪnt ʌv/

      UK /ət ðə ˈpɒint əv/

      • Preposition
      • Just about to do something or reach a state.
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    • at the same time

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      • Phrase
      • Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
      • Nevertheless; however; used to introduce a contrasting or qualifying statement.
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    • at 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 times

      US /æt taɪmz/

      UK /æt taɪmz/

      • Phrase
      • Sometimes; occasionally.
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    • at your service

      US /æt jʊr 'sɝvɪs/

      UK /æt jɔ: ˈsɜːvɪs/

      • Phrase
      • Willing and able to help you.
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    • attentive to

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      • Adjective
      • Paying close attention to someone or something.
      • Considerate and helpful; making sure that people have what they need.
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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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    • become of

      US /bɪˈkʌm ʌv/

      UK /bɪˈkʌm əv/

      • other
      • To happen or become the result of something.
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    • beheld

      US /bɪˈhɛld/

      UK /bɪˈheld/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To look at
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    • bend down

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To bend your body toward the floor
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    • beneath the surface

      US /bɪˈniθ ðɚ ˈsɝfəs/

      UK /bɪˈni:θ ðə ˈsɜ:rfəs/

      • other
      • In or under the outer layer of something, often physically below.
      • Hidden aspects or feelings not immediately visible or obvious.
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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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    • brush away

      US /brʌʃ əˈweɪ/

      UK /brʌʃ əˈweɪ/

      • other
      • To remove something by sweeping or wiping with a brush or hand.
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    • burst into

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To enter a place suddenly and forcefully.
      • To suddenly express an emotion.
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    • burst out

      US /bɚst aʊt/

      UK /bə:st aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To suddenly express an emotion or sound.
      • To leave a place suddenly and energetically.
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    • by chance

      US /baɪ tʃæns/

      UK /bai tʃɑ:ns/

      • Adverb
      • Accidentally; without planning.
      • Phrase
      • Accidentally; without planning.
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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 heart

      US /baɪ hɑrt/

      UK /bai hɑ:t/

      • Adverb
      • Learned or memorized perfectly.
      • Phrase
      • To memorize something perfectly
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    • captain

      US /ˈkæptən/

      UK /'kæptɪn/

      • Noun
      • Title of a senior officer in the military
      • Person in charge of a team, a ship or an airplane
      • Transitive Verb
      • To be in charge of a team, ship or airplane
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    • care for

      US /kɛr fɔr/

      UK /kɛə fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To want or desire a thing
      • To look after someone who is ill, old, or very young.
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    • cell

      US /sɛl/

      UK /sel/

      • Countable Noun
      • Smallest unit of living things in biology
      • Group of people - often from a secret organization
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    • chamber

      US /ˈtʃembɚ/

      UK /'tʃeɪmbə(r)/

      • Countable Noun
      • Enclosed space that contains something
      • Large room that is used for official meetings
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    • chance on

      US /tʃæns ɑn/

      UK /tʃɑ:ns ɒn/

      • other
      • To find or discover something unexpectedly.
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    • charm

      US /tʃɑrm/

      UK /tʃɑ:m/

      • Noun
      • Quality of making people like you; attractiveness
      • Transitive Verb
      • To cause others to like you or do what you want
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    • chop up

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To cut something into small pieces.
      • To sample and rearrange a piece of music.
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    • clock in

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To record the time of one's arrival at work, typically using a time clock.
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    • closer than

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      • Phrase
      • Nearer in distance compared to something else.
      • Having a stronger emotional bond compared to someone else.
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    • come back

      US /kʌm bæk/

      UK /kʌm bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To reply to someone, often forcefully
      • To be remembered
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    • come for

      US /kʌm fɔr/

      UK /kʌm fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrive to collect someone or something.
      • To attack someone.
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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 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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    • condemned to

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      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To be destined for a particular fate, usually negative.
      • To be sentenced to a particular punishment.
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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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    • cousin

      US /'kʌzn/

      UK /'kʌzn/

      • Countable Noun
      • Child of your uncle or aunt
      • Something similar to or related to something else
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    • dame

      US /dem/

      UK /deɪm/

      • Noun
      • Title of respect given to a woman
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    • dancer

      US /'dænsər/

      UK /'dɑ:nsə(r)/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • People who move their body with rhythm to music
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    • descend upon

      US /dɪˈsend əˈpɑn/

      UK /dɪˈsend əˈpɒn/

      • other
      • To arrive somewhere in large numbers suddenly.
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    • devil

      US /ˈdɛvəl/

      UK /ˈdevl/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A spirit said to be evil
      • A very bad or cruel person.
      • Transitive Verb
      • To prepare (food) with hot or spicy seasonings.
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    • do in

      US

      UK

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

      US /drɔ aʊt/

      UK /drɔ: aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To lengthen (far beyond the normal limits)
      • To get someone to tell you their real feelings
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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.
      B2
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    • exclaimed

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To say or shout something suddenly
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    • fly out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To leave a place by airplane.
      • Countable Noun
      • A batted ball that is caught in the air for an out.
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    • for fear of

      US /fɔr fɪr ʌv/

      UK /fɔ: fiə ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • Because of anxiety or apprehension that something undesirable might happen.
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    • for life

      US /fɔr laɪf/

      UK /fɔ: laif/

      • Phrase
      • For the duration of one's life; permanently.
      • To support someone for the duration of their life.
      • Adjective
      • Being a member for the entirety of one's life.
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    • for pity's sake

      US /fɚ ˈpɪtiz ˈseɪk/

      UK /fə ˈpɪtiz ˈseɪk/

      • other
      • An expression showing frustration or pleading urgently.
      B2
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    • for the sake of

      US /fɔr ði sek ʌv/

      UK /fɔ: ðə seik ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • For the purpose of; in the interest of.
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    • from time to time

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
      • At intervals; now and then.
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    • from top to bottom

      US /frəm tɑp tu ˈbɑtəm/

      UK /frəm tɒp tə ˈbɒtəm/

      • other
      • Completely or thoroughly; in every part.
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    • furnace

      US /ˈfɜ:rnɪs/

      UK /ˈfɜ:nɪs/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Container with hot fire for melting metal, etc.
      • An enclosed structure used for heating materials to very high temperatures.
      B2
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    • gaze

      US /ɡez/

      UK /ɡeɪz/

      • Noun
      • Direction you are looking
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To look at with fixed eyes
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    • get together

      US /ɡɛt təˈɡɛðɚ/

      UK /ɡet təˈɡeðə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To gather, or come together for some purpose
      • To start a romantic relationship.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To meet for social or recreational purposes.
      • To start a romantic relationship.
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    • gloomy

      US /ˈɡlumi/

      UK /'ɡlu:mɪ/

      • Adjective
      • (E.g. of a room) dark; dim; poorly lit
      • Feeling distressed or pessimistic.
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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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    • goat

      US /goʊt/

      UK /gəʊt/

      • Countable Noun
      • Small animal with beard and horns
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    • gypsy

      US /ˈdʒɪpsi/

      UK /'dʒɪpsɪ/

      • Noun
      • Itinerant person; wanderer
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    • halt

      US /hɔlt/

      UK /hɔ:lt/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To stop, or cause something, e.g. a car, to stop
      • Noun
      • A temporary or final stop.
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    • 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.
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    • hand over

      US /hænd ˈovɚ/

      UK /hænd ˈəuvə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To give into the possession or control of another
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    • hanging out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To spend time with your friends
      • To spend times with friends or relax doing nothing
      A2
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    • hard by

      US /hɑrd baɪ/

      UK /hɑ:d baɪ/

      • other
      • Very near or close to something.
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    • hold in

      US /hold ɪn/

      UK /həuld in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To hide your emotions and not let them show
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    • in a fair way

      US /ɪn ə fɛɚ weɪ/

      UK /ɪn ə feə wei/

      • other
      • Making good progress toward a goal or result.
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    • in accordance with

      US /ɪn əˈkɔrdns wɪð/

      UK /in əˈkɔ:dəns wið/

      • Phrase
      • In agreement with; following
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    • in advance

      US /ɪn ædˈvæns/

      UK /in ədˈvɑ:ns/

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

      US /ɪn ˈkæpətəl ˈletɚz/

      UK /in ˈkapitəl ˈletəz/

      • other
      • Written using uppercase letters only.
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    • in circulation

      US /ɪn ˌsɚkjəˈleʃən/

      UK /in ˌsə:kjuˈleiʃən/

      • Adjective
      • Available and being used by the public.
      • Being passed from person to person.
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    • in company with

      US /ɪn ˈkʌmpəni wɪð/

      UK /in ˈkʌmpəni wɪð/

      • other
      • Accompanied or together with others.
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    • in conclusion

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Used to indicate a summary or final point.
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    • in consequence

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • As a result; therefore.
      • Phrase
      • As a result; therefore.
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    • in fact

      US /ɪn fækt/

      UK /in fækt/

      • Adverb
      • Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
      • Used to introduce a more detailed or surprising piece of information.
      • Phrase
      • Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that is surprising or contrary to what might be expected.
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    • in faith

      US /ɪn feθ/

      UK /in feiθ/

      • Phrase
      • Truly; certainly; indeed.
      • With sincere religious belief.
      B2
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    • in glass

      US /ɪn glæs/

      UK /ɪn glɑ:s/

      • other
      • Kept inside glass containers or greenhouses for protection or display.
      C2
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    • in hand

      US /ɪn hænd/

      UK /in hænd/

      • Phrase
      • In one's possession or control.
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    • in hell

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In a very bad or unpleasant situation
      • In the place or state of punishment of the wicked after death
      B2
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    • in love with

      US //ɪn lʌv wɪð//

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Feeling romantic love for someone.
      • Extremely enthusiastic about or fond of something.
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    • in motion

      US /ɪn ˈmoʃən/

      UK /in ˈməuʃən/

      • Phrase
      • Moving; not stationary.
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    • in need

      US /ɪn nid/

      UK /in ni:d/

      • Phrase
      • Not having the necessary things, such as food
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    • in order that

      US /ɪn ˈɔrdɚ ðæt/

      UK /in ˈɔ:də ðæt/

      • Conjunction
      • With the purpose or intention that.
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    • in parallel

      US /ɪn ˈpærəˌlɛl/

      UK /in ˈpærəlel/

      • Adverb
      • Done at the same time; simultaneously.
      • Adjective
      • Relating to a system where multiple operations are carried out simultaneously, especially in computing.
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    • in particular

      US /ɪn pɚˈtɪkjəlɚ/

      UK /in pəˈtikjulə/

      • Phrase
      • Specifically; especially.
      • Detailed or precise.
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    • in passing

      US /ɪn ˈpæsɪŋ/

      UK /ɪn ˈpɑ:sɪŋ/

      • other
      • Mentioned briefly or casually without focus.
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    • in person

      US /ɪn ˈpɜːrsn/

      UK /in ˈpɜːsn/

      • Adverb
      • Physically present; not by proxy or remotely.
      • Face-to-face; not through electronic communication.
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    • in play

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • In a state of being actively involved in a game or activity.
      • Available or under consideration.
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    • in point

      US /ɪn pɔɪnt/

      UK /in pɔint/

      • Adjective
      • Relevant; pertinent
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    • in pursuit

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Following or chasing someone or something, typically to catch them.
      • Trying to achieve something, often a goal or ambition.
      C2
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    • in red

      US /ɪn rɛd/

      UK /in red/

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

      US /ɪn suθ/

      UK /ɪn su:θ/

      • other
      • In truth; really or truly (archaic or literary).
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    • in the act

      US /ɪn ði ækt/

      UK /in ðə ækt/

      • Phrase
      • While performing an action, especially something wrong or illegal.
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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.
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    • in the black

      US /ɪn ði blæk/

      UK /in ðə blæk/

      • Adjective
      • Operating with a profit; not in debt.
      • Phrase
      • Having a positive balance; out of debt.
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    • 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.
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    • in the first place

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
      • From the beginning; initially.
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    • in the hands of

      US /ɪn ðə ˈhændz ʌv/

      UK /in ðə ˈhændz ɔv/

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

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

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

      US /ɪn ði ˈminˌtaɪm/

      UK /in ðə ˈmi:ntaim/

      • Phrase
      • During the time between two events; meanwhile.
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    • in the midst of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Surrounded by; in the middle of.
      • During; while something is happening.
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    • in the name of heaven

      US /ɪn ðə ˈneɪm ʌv ˈhɛvən/

      UK /in ðə ˈneim ɔv ˈhevən/

      • other
      • An exclamation showing shock or protest.
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    • in the open

      US /ɪn ði ˈopən/

      UK /in ðə ˈəupən/

      • Phrase
      • Publicly; not secret.
      • Outdoors; not inside a building or covered space.
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    • in the presence of

      US /ɪn ðə ˈprɛzəns ʌv/

      UK /in ðə ˈprezəns ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • While someone or something else is present.
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    • in the world

      US /ɪn ði wɜrld/

      UK /in ðə wɜː(r)ld/

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In fact; actually; really
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    • in turn

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • One after the other in a sequence or rotation.
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    • know better

      US

      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To be wise enough not to do something.
      • To be expected to have the sense to not do something.
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    • 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.
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    • left open

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Not closed, ajar.
      • Available; not yet filled or decided.
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    • lie in

      US /lai ɪn/

      UK /lai in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To stay in bed later than usual in the morning.
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    • lie with

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have sexual intercourse with someone.
      • To be the responsibility of someone.
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    • lights up

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • Third-person singular present tense of to illuminate something; to make something brighter with light.
      • Third-person singular present tense of to ignite a cigarette, cigar, or pipe for smoking.
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    • like a man

      US /laɪk ə mæn/

      UK /laɪk ə mæn/

      • other
      • To act bravely or responsibly.
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    • look at

      US /lʊk æt/

      UK /luk æt/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To use your eyes to focus on something
      • To focus your eyes on something carefully
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    • look upon

      US /lʊk əˈpɑn/

      UK /luk əˈpɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To consider or regard in a particular way.
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    • make with

      US

      UK

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

      US /mæn ʌp/

      UK /mæn ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To behave in a braver or more resilient way; to face a difficult situation with courage.
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    • mantle

      US /ˈmæntl:/

      UK /ˈmæntl/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • History cloak without sleeves worn over clothes
      • Something that covers or hides something else
      • Transitive Verb
      • To cover or hide something
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    • master

      US /ˈmæstɚ/

      UK /'mɑ:stə(r)/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To gain control over something
      • To learn to do something very well
      • Adjective
      • Being very skilled at doing something
      • Being the main or most important thing or part
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    • monsieur

      US /məˈsjɚ/

      UK /məˈsjə:/

      • Proper Noun
      • (French) Mr; sir
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    • name for

      US

      UK

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

      US /nɛk/

      UK /nek/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Part of the body joining the head and the body
      • Opening of a piece of clothing for your head
      • Intransitive Verb
      • (Lovers) to play affectionately; kissing
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    • no matter

      US

      UK

      • Conjunction
      • Regardless of; it does not matter.
      • Adverb
      • Regardless of; it is not important
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    • of course

      US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/

      UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/

      • Adverb
      • Sure ; Certainly
      • Phrase
      • For sure; certainly
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    • of yours

      US /ʌv jʊɚz/

      UK /əv jɔ:z/

      • other
      • Belonging to you; your possession or property.
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    • officer

      US /ˈɔ:fɪsə(r)/

      UK /ˈɒfɪsə(r)/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Person of high position in an organization
      • Person of high position in the military
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    • on account of

      US /ɑn əˈkaʊnt ʌv/

      UK /ɔn əˈkaunt ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Because of.
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    • on earth

      US /ɑn ɚθ/

      UK /ɔn ə:θ/

      • Phrase
      • Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
      • Used to emphasize that something is not possible or will not happen.
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    • on fire

      US /ɑn faɪr/

      UK /ɔn ˈfaiə/

      • Adjective
      • Very successful or popular
      • Burning
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    • on the alert

      US /ɑn ðə əˈlɝt/

      UK /ɒn ðə əˈlɜ:t/

      • other
      • Being watchful and ready to react immediately.
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    • on the bench

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Not actively playing in a game; in reserve.
      • Serving as a judge; presiding over a court.
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    • on the carpet

      US /ɑn ðə ˈkɑrpɪt/

      UK /ɒn ðə ˈkɑ:pɪt/

      • other
      • Called for a reprimand or formal criticism.
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    • on the double

      US /ɑn ði ˈdʌbəl/

      UK /ɔn ðə ˈdʌbl/

      • Phrase
      • Very quickly; immediately
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    • on the floor

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Located on the ground or bottom surface of a room.
      • Actively participating in dancing or other floor-based activities.
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    • on the ground

      US

      UK

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

      US /ɑn ði ˈʌðɚ ˈsaɪd ʌv/

      UK /ɒn ði ˈʌðə ˈsaɪd ɒv/

      • Preposition
      • Located across something from a given point.
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    • on the part of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • By or done by (someone); concerning someone.
      • As far as (someone or something) is concerned; by (someone or something).
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    • on the point of

      US /ɑn ðə ˈpɔɪnt ʌv/

      UK /ɒn ðə ˈpɔɪnt ɒv/

      • other
      • About to do something very soon.
      B2
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    • on the square

      US /ɑn ðə skwɛɚ/

      UK /ɒn ðə skweə/

      • other
      • Behaving honestly and fairly.
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    • on the street

      US /ɑn ði strit/

      UK /ɔn ðə stri:t/

      • Phrase
      • Located on or along a public road in a town or city.
      • Available or circulating, especially illegally or unofficially.
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    • on the table

      US /ɑn ði ˈtebəl/

      UK /ɔn ðə ˈteibl/

      • Phrase
      • Located on the surface of a table.
      • Available for consideration or discussion.
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    • on the verge of

      US /ɑn ði vɚdʒ ʌv/

      UK /ɔn ðə və:dʒ ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • Very near to doing or experiencing something.
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    • on the watch

      US /ɑn ðə wɑtʃ/

      UK /ɒn ðə wɒtʃ/

      • other
      • Being alert and carefully observing for something.
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    • on the way

      US /ɑn ði we/

      UK /ɔn ðə wei/

      • Phrase
      • During the journey to a particular place.
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    • on tiptoe

      US /ɑn ˈtɪptoʊ/

      UK /ɒn ˈtɪptəu/

      • other
      • Walking quietly with raised heels to avoid making noise.
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    • out of breath

      US /aʊt ʌv brɛθ/

      UK /aut ɔv breθ/

      • Adjective
      • Having difficulty breathing, often after physical exertion.
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    • part with

      US /pɑrt wɪð/

      UK /pɑ:t wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To give something away; relinquish possession of something.
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    • pass by

      US /pæs baɪ/

      UK /pɑ:s bai/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To go past someone or something.
      • To elapse; for time to go by.
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    • 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.
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    • pour forth

      US /pɔr fɔrθ/

      UK /pɔ: fɔ:θ/

      • other
      • To emit or express something freely and abundantly.
      C1
      More
    • pour out

      US /pɔr aʊt/

      UK /pɔ: aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To serve a drink by letting it flow from a container.
      • To express your feelings freely and openly.
      B1
      More
    • priest

      US /prist/

      UK /pri:st/

      • Countable Noun
      • Person who can perform ceremonies in a religion
      B1
      More
    • provided with

      US /prəˈvaɪdɪd wɪð/

      UK /prəˈvaidid wið/

      • Verb
      • Past tense of providing; supplied or equipped someone with something.
      B1
      More
    • purse

      US /pɚs/

      UK /pɜ:s/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Small bag for carrying money and other things
      • Transitive Verb
      • To make your lips into a kiss shape
      A2TOEIC
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    • push on

      US /pʊʃ ɑn/

      UK /puʃ ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continue with some effort; persevere
      A1
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    • red hot

      US /rɛd hɑt/

      UK /red hɔt/

      • Adjective
      • Extremely hot; heated to a point of glowing red.
      • Very exciting, popular, or successful.
      A1
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    • remain

      US /rɪˈmen/

      UK /rɪˈmeɪn/

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To be left behind; to continue to exist
      • To stay in a place when other people have gone
      A2TOEIC
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    • round to

      US /raʊnd tə/

      UK /raund tə/

      • other
      • To visit someone's place informally, usually briefly.
      B2
      More
    • same time

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
      • At the identical time as before; recurring at a fixed hour.
      • Noun
      • An equal duration or period.
      A1
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    • scholar

      US /ˈskɑ:lə(r)/

      UK /ˈskɒlə(r)/

      • Noun
      • Educated person who attends or attended school
      • An academic in a certain field
      B1
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    • secret of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • The key or hidden information that explains something.
      • Confidential information about something.
      A1
      More
    • see stars

      US /si stɑrz/

      UK /si: stɑ:z/

      • other
      • To feel dizzy or confused, usually after a blow to the head.
      B2
      More
    • see through

      US /si θru/

      UK /si: θru:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To realize the truth about
      • To continue doing something until it is finished, especially something difficult or unpleasant.
      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 to

      US /sɛt tu/

      UK /set tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To energetically begin to do, e.g. making a fire
      A1
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    • show in

      US /ʃo ɪn/

      UK /ʃəu ɪn/

      • other
      • To lead someone into a room or building.
      A2
      More
    • shut up

      US /ʃʌt ʌp/

      UK /ʃʌt ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To close something, e.g. a shop
      • To (cause someone to) be silent or not speak
      • Interjection
      • An expression of disbelief or surprise
      A2
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    • silence

      US /ˈsaɪləns/

      UK /'saɪləns/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • State of being quiet and not talking for a time
      • When there is not sound or noise; complete quiet
      • Transitive Verb
      • To stop the noise that something is making
      • To prevent someone from expressing thoughts
      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
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    • soul

      US /sol/

      UK /səʊl/

      • Noun
      • Central or basic part of something
      • Strong, deep emotion in speech or performance
      A2
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    • speak of

      US /spik ʌv/

      UK /spi:k ɔv/

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

      US /ˈspaɪdɚ/

      UK /ˈspaɪdə(r)/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Small creature with 8 legs that spins cobwebs
      B1
      More
    • spread out

      US /sprɛd aʊt/

      UK /spred aut/

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

      US /skwɛr/

      UK /skweə(r)/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Shape with 4 equal length sides and 4 equal angles
      • The result of multiplying Length by the width
      • Adjective
      • Being fair or honest
      • Multiply a number by itself e.g. 2x2 or 6x6
      A2TOEIC
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    • staircase

      US /ˈstɛrˌkes/

      UK /ˈsteəkeɪs/

      • Noun
      • Flight of stairs and the structures supporting it
      B1
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    • stand out

      US /stænd aʊt/

      UK /stænd aut/

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

      US /stɑrt aʊt/

      UK /stɑ:t aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To begin your life or career in a particular way.
      • To begin a journey.
      A1
      More
    • stone

      US /stoʊn/

      UK /stəʊn/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Hard, solid piece of rock
      • Transitive Verb
      • To kill as a punishment, by throwing stones at
      A2
      More
    • such as

      US /sʌtʃ æz/

      UK /sʌtʃ æz/

      • Preposition
      • For example; like
      A1
      More
    • sword

      US /sɔrd/

      UK /sɔ:d/

      • Countable Noun
      • A long metal weapon with a sharp point and edge
      B1
      More
    • symbol of

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

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

      US /ˌtæmbəˈrin/

      UK /ˌtæmbəˈri:n/

      • Countable Noun
      • Shallow drum with metal discs, held in the hand
      • Noun
      • The sound produced by a tambourine.
      C2
      More
    • the following

      US

      UK

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

      US /ði/

      UK /ði:/

      • Pronoun
      • An old-fashioned word for you
      C2
      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
    • thou

      US /ðaʊ/

      UK /ðaʊ/

      • Pronoun
      • An old-fashioned word for you
      C2
      More
    • to boot

      US /tu but/

      UK /tu: bu:t/

      • Adverb
      • In addition; as well; besides.
      A1
      More
    • to do with

      US

      UK

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

      US /tə ɡɑd/

      UK /tə ɡɒd/

      • other
      • Used to emphasize truth or sincerity.
      A2
      More
    • to the left

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In or toward the left direction.
      • Situated on the left side of.
      More
    • together with

      US /təˈɡɛðɚ wɪð/

      UK /təˈɡeðə wið/

      • Preposition
      • In addition to; along with.
      • Including; as well as.
      A1
      More
    • tone

      US /toʊn/

      UK /təʊn/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Atmosphere or feeling in a message
      • Firmness and strength of the body's muscles
      • Transitive Verb
      • To increase the quality of muscles by exercise
      A2
      More
    • tone with

      US /toʊn wɪð/

      UK /təʊn wɪð/

      • other
      • To be consistent or appropriate in style or mood.
      B2
      More
    • tower

      US /ˈtaʊɚ/

      UK /'taʊə(r)/

      • Countable Noun
      • Tall, narrow building
      • Tall metal structure for broadcasting, or the view
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To be very good at something
      A2
      More
    • turn over

      US /tɚn ˈovɚ/

      UK /tə:n ˈəuvə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To lose possession of a ball in sports
      • To consider something carefully in your mind
      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
    • wait for

      US /wet fɔr/

      UK /weit fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To wait until someone comes, or something happens
      A1
      More
    • wall in

      US /wɔl ɪn/

      UK /wɔ:l ɪn/

      • other
      • To surround something tightly with walls or barriers.
      C1
      More
    • with dignity

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In a manner that shows respect and seriousness.
      • In a noble and honorable manner.
      A1
      More
    • with it

      US /wɪð ɪt/

      UK /wið it/

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Excluding; not including.
      A1
      More
    • without knowing

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Unaware; without being conscious of something.
      • Unintentionally; without meaning to do something.
      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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    Book 07 - The Hunchback of Notre Dame Audiobook by Victor Hugo (Chs 1-8)

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