Vocabulary

• at once: Immediately; without delay
• all at once: Suddenly; at the same time
• 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
• at length: In detail; fully
• from time to time: Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
• at last: Finally; after a long delay.
• to do with: To be about something; concern
• set out: To arrange something in an orderly fashion
• at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
• hold your tongue: To stop yourself from saying something you might regret.
• set to: To energetically begin to do, e.g. making a fire
• on the floor: Located on the ground or bottom surface of a room.
• down with: Suffering from an illness.
• after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
• on the part of: By or done by (someone); concerning someone.
• in rags: Wearing tattered or very poor clothing.
• become of: To happen or become the result of something.
• at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
• same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
• in company with: Accompanied or together with others.
• in the air: Present or circulating in the atmosphere.
• burst in: To enter a room or building suddenly and forcefully.
• in the dark: Uninformed about something; unaware.
• in the midst of: Surrounded by; in the middle of.
• in the meantime: During the time between two events; meanwhile.
• in succession: Following one after the other without interruption.
• as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
• in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
• hand on: To pass or transfer something physically to someone else.
• rather than: More exactly; more correctly
• night and day: Continuously; all the time.
• as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
• a few moments: A short period of time
• at the door of: Located very close to the entrance or opening of a place.
• outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
• in vain: Without success or result; futilely.
• at the most: No more than; maximum amount or degree.
• on the watch: Being alert and carefully observing for something.
• in motion: Moving; not stationary.
• except that: But; with the exception that.
• at least: As a minimum
• shut up: To close something, e.g. a shop
• at the sight of: When seeing something, especially suddenly or unexpectedly.
• at work: Located at one's place of employment
• burst forth: To suddenly emerge or appear in a forceful way.
• such as: For example; like
• as well as: Also; in addition to
• without doubt: Certainly; definitely; without any question.
• with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
• as for: Concerning; regarding.
• in form: In good physical condition; fit.
• go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
• in force: In large numbers or with great strength
• look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
• sit down: To take a seat
• do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
• by reason of: Because of; due to a particular cause or reason.
• have on: To be wearing something.
• to God: Used to emphasize truth or sincerity.
• in the least: Not at all; to the smallest degree.
• good humor: A cheerful or agreeable mood.
• account of: A spoken or written description of an event.
• to the rescue: Arriving in time to help or save someone from danger.
• at the corner: Situated where two streets or edges meet at an angle.
• on the street: Located on or along a public road in a town or city.
• on that score: Regarding that particular point or aspect.
• on the whole: Considering everything; generally.
• secret of: The key or hidden information that explains something.
• for instance: As an example.
• consist in: To have something as the only or most important part
• in a manner: In a specific way or style.
• of old: From a long time ago; in the past.
• by virtue of: By reason of; because of.
• think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
• in three days: Within a period of three days from now or a reference point.
• goes well: To happen in the way desired
• go forth: To begin or proceed with something, especially after hesitation or delay.
• cling to: To hold onto something tightly, often for support or safety.
• in broad daylight: Openly and brazenly, especially during the day when it is easily visible.
• think about: To consider something carefully.
• of yours: Belonging to you; your possession or property.
• in suspense: In a state of excitement or anxiety, uncertain about what may happen.
• in order that: With the purpose or intention that.
• set off: To start a journey
• as long as: For the period that; provided that.
• settle down: To become calm and relaxed after not being so
• in need: Not having the necessary things, such as food
• descend upon: To arrive somewhere in large numbers suddenly.
• with the exception of: Excluding; not including.
• as against: Compared with; in contrast to.
• spy out: To observe or watch secretly to gain information.
• from a distance: Not close; far away.
• on the back of: As a result of or following something.
• shapes and sizes: A wide variety of forms and dimensions.
• for example: As an illustration or instance.
• at home: In one's own residence or country.
• for the benefit: In order to help or be useful to someone or something.
• blow out: (Of tire) to explode
• in a state: In a particular condition or situation.
• call upon: To make demands on; order/require from someone
• in token of: As a symbol or sign of something.
• lay in: To provide stocks (e.g. for the winter)
• in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
• cut in: To interrupt someone's conversation
• run against: To compete against someone in an election or contest.
• from the top: From the beginning.
• at a time: Separately; one by one
• fly into: Suddenly become very angry or emotional.
• on fire: Very successful or popular
• cry out: To shout or scream loudly, often due to pain, fear, or surprise.
• spread out: To extend or stretch over a large area.
• move to: To change the place where you live or work.
• bat in: To hit the ball to score a run in baseball or softball.
• beacon light: A light used for guidance or warning, especially at sea or in aviation.
• in the meanwhile: During the time between two events.
• in service: Available for use; operational
• go at it: To start doing something with a lot of energy and enthusiasm.
• run across: To meet someone or find something by chance
• from top to bottom: Completely or thoroughly; in every part.
• for an instant: For a very short period of time; momentarily.
• run to: To have enough money; be able to pay; afford
• face to face: (Meeting) while looking at someone
• speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
• in check: Under control; restrained.
• in progress: Currently taking place or being done; not yet completed.
• in hand: In one's possession or control.
• stand out
• black and white
• inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
• on the bench: Not actively playing in a game; in reserve.
• cover up: To hide something bad; conceal
• by means of: Using; with the help of.
• drag out: To make something continue for longer than necessary.
• in red: Marked or written using the colour red.
• get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
• in love with: Feeling romantic love for someone.
• like a man: To act bravely or responsibly.
• dust off: To remove dust from something by wiping or brushing.
• to boot: In addition; as well; besides.
• out there: In or to a place that is far away
• in color: Displayed or produced using all colors; not black and white.
• on the inside: Having a position of authority or influence within an organization or system.
• set on: To attack
• on the table: Located on the surface of a table.
• old hat: No longer interesting or fashionable; outdated.
• take good care: To look after someone or something well; ensure their well-being.
• by the ton: In very large quantities or amounts.
• pour out: To serve a drink by letting it flow from a container.
• have to: Must do
• go on: To continue doing something
• with age: As someone gets older; as time passes.
• in length: Relating to the measurement of something from end to end.
• in addition to: Besides; as well as
• in reason: Within sensible or acceptable limits.
• come down to: To become in the end a matter of
• in truth: In fact; actually; really
• at the least: As a minimum; no less than.
• have at: To attack someone or something.
• take back: To say you no longer agree with an opinion you had
• in turn: One after the other in a sequence or rotation.
• turn on
• with both hands: Readily and enthusiastically accept something.
• no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
• order in: To request food from a restaurant to be delivered to one's home or other location.
• by night: During the night; not during the day.
• at the feet of: Being in a position of submission or deep respect near someone.
• stir up: To cause trouble; incite unrest.
• give out: To be used up; have nothing left; fail
• lay aside: To save something, usually money, for future use.
• break out
• on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
• out of breath: Having difficulty breathing, often after physical exertion.
• spot on: Exactly right; perfectly accurate.
• at liberty: Free or not confined; allowed to go free.
• for fear of: Because of anxiety or apprehension that something undesirable might happen.
• in every way: In all manners or respects; completely.
• to the point: Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
• to order: To give an instruction or command.
• carry off: To cause the death of someone
• put out: To publish, e.g. a book
• on account of: Because of.
• draws out: To lengthen (far beyond the normal limits)
• answer for: Be responsible for and explain one's actions.
• in place of: Instead of; as a substitute for.
• in ruins: Reduced to a state of destruction or disrepair.
• in the first place: To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
• as it stands: In the present condition or situation.
• at hand: Close by; readily available.
• first words: The initial words spoken by a baby or young child.
• join in
• against you: In opposition to you.
• condemned to: To be destined for a particular fate, usually negative.
• to death: Extremely; to a great degree
• clock in: To record the time of one's arrival at work, typically using a time clock.
• at ease
• in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
• on the point of: About to do something very soon.
• cut down: To reduce your use of something
• kneel before: To kneel in front of someone to show respect or submission.
• door: You walk through this when you go in a room
• great: Very good; better than before
• head: To hit a ball with your head in a game
• man: Humans in general, including male and female
• fine: Good, acceptable or satisfactory
• light: To cause something to burn; put a burning match to
• good: Proper, appropriate or right
• face: To cover a surface with something like paint
• poor: Inferior; below the normal standard
• begin: To do the first part of an action; to start
• place: To put someone in a particular type of situation
• hand: Cards given to a player in a card game
• long: Person's name
• night: Time when sun does not shine
• black: To fill in something to make it a very dark color
• king: Person considered the best or top at something
• church: Building where Christians gather and pray to God
• moment: Very short or brief period of time
• air: Mixture of gases around the earth that we breathe
• cry: To sound an animal may make to call its family
• fire: Heat and the flame produced when burning
• set: Prepared for something; ready
• wood: Person's name
• fall: Season after summer and before winter; Autumn
• silver: Person's name
• order: Religious or social group, as of nuns
• iron: Heavy metal device heated to smooth clothes
• reply: Answer to someone's question
• cage: Box made of wire or metal bars, e.g. for a bird
• voice: Ability to sing well
• hang: To attach a picture, photograph etc. onto a wall
• stone: Hard, solid piece of rock
• ladder: Series of levels to go up in society or business
• priest: Person who can perform ceremonies in a religion
• continue: To do something without stopping, or after pausing
• raise: To increase a bet above another when playing cards
• gallery: Building to look at various types of art
• silence: State of being quiet and not talking for a time
• rise: To wake up and get out of bed after sleeping
• remain: To be left behind; to continue to exist
• reader: Easy and simple book to teach people to read
• master: To gain control over something
• gossip: To talk about others' private lives
• beam: To send out information, signals, or light
• devil: A spirit said to be evil
• sword: A long metal weapon with a sharp point and edge
• flame: To glow
• philosopher: Person studying the meaning of truth and life
• parliament: Elected officials who govern a country (in the UK)
• scholar: Educated person who attends or attended school
• grand: A counter for 1000 of something
• exclaimed: To say or shout something suddenly
• bishop: Senior member of the Christian church
• revolt: Protest against authority; fight to take control
• sire: Male parent of an animal
• monsieur: (French) Mr; sir
• livres: Money of accounts formerly used in France
• de: Of; expressing origin, possession, or separation
• archdeacon: Church official ranking just below a bishop
• majesty: Impressive quality that something large has
• bailiff: American law officer who helps a judge in court
• vagabond: Wanderer; tramp
• beheld: To look at
• hath: Old form of 'have'
• duke: Title given to a man below the rank of prince
• morrow: Next day
• chamber: Enclosed space that contains something
• gypsy: Itinerant person; wanderer
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