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 order to: For the purpose of; with the aim of.
  • 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.
  • come from: To have as your native country or city
  • 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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    • a few moments

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      • Phrase
      • A short period of time
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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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    • against you

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      • Preposition
      • In opposition to you.
      • Expressing disagreement or disapproval of you.
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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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    • answer for

      US /ˈænsɚ fər/

      UK /ˈɑ:nsə fə/

      • other
      • Be responsible for and explain one's actions.
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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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    • as against

      US /əz əˈgɛnst/

      UK /əz əˈgenst/

      • other
      • Compared with; in contrast to.
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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 it stands

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      • Phrase
      • In the present condition or situation.
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    • as long as

      US /æz lɔŋ æz/

      UK /æz lɔŋ æz/

      • Conjunction
      • For the period that; provided that.
      • For the length of time that
      • Preposition
      • On the condition that; providing that.
      • Having the same length as.
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    • as one

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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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    • as well as

      US /æz wɛl æz/

      UK /æz wel æz/

      • Adverb
      • Also; in addition to
      • Preposition
      • In addition to; and also.
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    • at a time

      US /æt e taɪm/

      UK /æt ə taim/

      • Phrase
      • Separately; one by one
      • Simultaneously; together
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    • at 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 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 liberty

      US /ˌæt ˈlɪbərti/

      UK /ˌæt ˈlɪbəti/

      • other
      • Free or not confined; allowed to go free.
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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 least

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      • Phrase
      • As a minimum; no less than.
      • As the bare minimum action; anyway.
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    • at the moment

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      • 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 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 work

      US /æt wɚk/

      UK /æt wə:k/

      • Phrase
      • Located at one's place of employment
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    • bailiff

      US /ˈbelɪf/

      UK /ˈbeɪlɪf/

      • Noun
      • American law officer who helps a judge in court
      • Person paid to collect property to repay debts
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    • bat in

      US /bæt ɪn/

      UK /bæt ɪn/

      • other
      • To hit the ball to score a run in baseball or softball.
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    • beacon light

      US /ˈbikən laɪt/

      UK /ˈbi:kən lait/

      • Noun
      • A light used for guidance or warning, especially at sea or in aviation.
      • A light that serves as a warning signal.
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    • beam

      US /bim/

      UK /bi:m/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To send out information, signals, or light
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A long piece of metal or wood used in construction
      • A line of light or energy
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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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    • bishop

      US /ˈbɪʃəp/

      UK /ˈbɪʃəp/

      • Noun
      • Senior member of the Christian church
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    • black and white

      US /blæk ənd hwaɪt/

      UK /blæk ænd hwait/

      • Phrase
      • Adjective
      • Showing images only in black, grey, and white, not in colour.
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    • blow out

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

      US /brek aʊt/

      UK /breik aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To isolate some information from other data
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    • burst forth

      US /bɚst fɔrθ/

      UK /bə:st fɔ:θ/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To suddenly emerge or appear in a forceful way.
      • To express something suddenly and strongly.
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    • burst in

      US /bɚst ɪn/

      UK /bə:st in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To enter a room or building suddenly and forcefully.
      • To interrupt a conversation or activity suddenly.
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    • by means of

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      • Phrase
      • Using; with the help of.
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    • by night

      US /baɪ naɪt/

      UK /bai nait/

      • Phrase
      • During the night; not during the day.
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    • by reason of

      US /baɪ ˈrizən ʌv/

      UK /baɪ ˈri:zən əv/

      • Preposition
      • Because of; due to a particular cause or reason.
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    • by the ton

      US /baɪ ðə tʌn/

      UK /baɪ ðə tʌn/

      • other
      • In very large quantities or amounts.
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    • by virtue of

      US /baɪ ˈvɚtʃu ʌv/

      UK /bai ˈvə:tju: ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • By reason of; because of.
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    • cage

      US /kedʒ/

      UK /keɪdʒ/

      • Countable Noun
      • Box made of wire or metal bars, e.g. for a bird
      • Transitive Verb
      • To put (an animal) in a box made of metal bars
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    • call upon

      US /kɔl əˈpɑn/

      UK /kɔ:l əˈpɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make demands on; order/require from someone
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    • carry off

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To cause the death of someone
      • To handle something successfully
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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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    • cling to

      US /klɪŋ tu/

      UK /kliŋ tu:/

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

      US /kʌm daʊn tu/

      UK /kʌm daun tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To become in the end a matter of
      • To be passed on to someone as an inheritance.
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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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    • condemned to

      US

      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To be destined for a particular fate, usually negative.
      • To be sentenced to a particular punishment.
      C2
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    • consist in

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have something as the only or most important part
      B1
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    • cover up

      US /ˈkʌvɚ ʌp/

      UK /ˈkʌvə ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To hide something bad; conceal
      • To put on warmer clothes; to protect oneself from the cold.
      A1
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    • cry out

      US /kraɪ aʊt/

      UK /krai aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To shout or scream loudly, often due to pain, fear, or surprise.
      • To protest or object strongly and publicly.
      A1
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    • cut down

      US /kʌt daʊn/

      UK /kʌt daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To reduce your use of something
      • To fell a tree.
      A1
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    • cut in

      US /kʌt ɪn/

      UK /kʌt in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To interrupt someone's conversation
      • To enter a queue at the wrong place
      A1
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    • descend upon

      US /dɪˈsend əˈpɑn/

      UK /dɪˈsend əˈpɒn/

      • other
      • To arrive somewhere in large numbers suddenly.
      C1
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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.
      B1
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    • do in

      US

      UK

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

      US /daʊn wɪð/

      UK /daun wið/

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

      US /dræɡ aʊt/

      UK /dræɡ aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make something continue for longer than necessary.
      B1
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    • draws out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To lengthen (far beyond the normal limits)
      • To get someone to tell you their real feelings
      A1
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    • duke

      US /duk, djuk/

      UK /dju:k/

      • Noun
      • Title given to a man below the rank of prince
      • Proper Noun
      • Person's name
      B1
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    • dust off

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To remove dust from something by wiping or brushing.
      • To bring something out and use it again after it has not been used for some time.
      More
    • except that

      US /ɪkˈsɛpt ðæt/

      UK /ikˈsept ðæt/

      • Conjunction
      • But; with the exception that.
      A2
      More
    • exclaimed

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To say or shout something suddenly
      B1
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    • face to face

      US /fes tu fes/

      UK /feis tu: feis/

      • Adverb
      • (Meeting) while looking at someone
      A1
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    • fine

      US /faɪn/

      UK /faɪn/

      • Adjective
      • Good, acceptable or satisfactory
      • Of high quality; made with great skill
      • Countable Noun
      • Money you have to pay because you broke a rule
      • (at the end of a piece of music) the end
      A2TOEIC
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    • first words

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • The initial words spoken by a baby or young child.
      • The opening words of a written text or document.
      A1
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    • flame

      US /flem/

      UK /fleɪm/

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To glow
      • To burn or glow in a fire
      • Noun
      • The red part you can see in fire
      A2
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    • fly into

      US /flaɪ ˈɪntu/

      UK /flai ˈintu:/

      • other
      • Suddenly become very angry or emotional.
      • Move quickly into a place, usually by flying.
      B2
      More
    • for an instant

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

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

      US /fɔr fɪr ʌv/

      UK /fɔ: fiə ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • Because of anxiety or apprehension that something undesirable might happen.
      A1
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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
      B1
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    • for the benefit

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In order to help or be useful to someone or something.
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    • from a distance

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Not close; far away.
      B1
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    • from the top

      US /frʌm ði tɑp/

      UK /frɔm ðə tɔp/

      • Phrase
      • From the beginning.
      • From the highest point or position.
      A1
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    • from time to time

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
      • At intervals; now and then.
      A1
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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.
      B1
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    • gallery

      US /ˈɡæləri/

      UK /ˈgæləri/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Building to look at various types of art
      • Upper level of seats in buildings, theaters etc.
      A2
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    • get out of

      US /ɡɛt aʊt ʌv/

      UK /ɡet aut ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
      • To leave a small, enclosed vehicle
      A1
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    • give out

      US /ɡɪv aʊt/

      UK /ɡiv aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be used up; have nothing left; fail
      • To publicly state something
      A1
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    • go at it

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To start doing something with a lot of energy and enthusiasm.
      • To attack or fight someone.
      A1
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    • go forth

      US /ɡo fɔrθ/

      UK /ɡəu fɔ:θ/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To begin or proceed with something, especially after hesitation or delay.
      • To leave a place, especially to embark on a journey or mission.
      C2
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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
      A1
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    • go out

      US /ɡo aʊt/

      UK /ɡəu aut/

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To happen in the way desired
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To be successful or satisfactory; to turn out favorably.
      • To be harmonious or matching; to look good together.
      A1
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    • good humor

      US

      UK

      • Uncountable Noun
      • A cheerful or agreeable mood.
      • A disposition to be cheerful and friendly.
      A1
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    • gossip

      US /ˈgɑ:sɪp/

      UK /ˈgɒsɪp/

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To talk about others' private lives
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Someone spreading talk about other's private lives
      • The sharing of stories about other people's private lives
      A2
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    • grand

      US /ɡrænd/

      UK /ɡrænd/

      • Adjective
      • A counter for 1000 of something
      • Great in amount, number or size
      A2
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    • gypsy

      US /ˈdʒɪpsi/

      UK /'dʒɪpsɪ/

      • Noun
      • Itinerant person; wanderer
      B2
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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.
      A1
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    • hang

      US /hæŋ/

      UK /hæŋ/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To attach a picture, photograph etc. onto a wall
      • To kill by putting a rope around neck and dropping
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To float, move softly, or remain in the air
      • To remain undecided, unsolved or unclear
      A2
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    • hath

      US /hæθ/

      UK /hæθ/

      • Transitive Verb
      • Old form of 'have'
      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Archaic auxiliary verb used to form the perfect aspect.
      B2
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    • have at

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To attack someone or something.
      • To begin doing something with enthusiasm.
      A1
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    • have on

      US /hæv ɑn/

      UK /hæv ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be wearing something.
      • To deceive or trick someone, often in a playful way.
      A1
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    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
      A1
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    • hold your tongue

      US /hoʊld jʊr tʌŋ/

      UK /hould jɔ: tʌŋ/

      • other
      • To stop yourself from saying something you might regret.
      B1
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    • in a manner

      US /ɪn e ˈmænɚ/

      UK /in ə ˈmænə/

      • Phrase
      • In a specific way or style.
      B2
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    • 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 addition to

      US /ɪn əˈdɪʃən tu/

      UK /in əˈdiʃən tu:/

      • Preposition
      • Besides; as well as
      • Phrase
      • Besides; as well as.
      • Furthermore; moreover.
      B1
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    • in broad daylight

      US /ɪn brɔd ˈdeˌlaɪt/

      UK /in brɔ:d ˈdeilait/

      • Phrase
      • Openly and brazenly, especially during the day when it is easily visible.
      B1
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    • in check

      US /ɪn tʃɛk/

      UK /in tʃek/

      • Phrase
      • Under control; restrained.
      • Verified or confirmed to be correct or accurate.
      More
    • in color

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Displayed or produced using all colors; not black and white.
      • Adjective
      • Full of vivid colors; bright and vibrant.
      A1
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    • in company with

      US /ɪn ˈkʌmpəni wɪð/

      UK /in ˈkʌmpəni wɪð/

      • other
      • Accompanied or together with others.
      B2
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    • in every way

      US /ɪn ˈɛvri we/

      UK /in ˈevri wei/

      • Phrase
      • In all manners or respects; completely.
      A1
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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.
      C1
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    • in force

      US /ɪn fɔrs/

      UK /in fɔ:s/

      • Phrase
      • In large numbers or with great strength
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    • in form

      US /ɪn fɔrm/

      UK /in fɔ:m/

      • Adjective
      • In good physical condition; fit.
      • Performing at a high level; doing well.
      • Phrase
      • In the correct or prescribed format.
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    • in hand

      US /ɪn hænd/

      UK /in hænd/

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

      US /ɪn lɛŋkθ/

      UK /in leŋθ/

      • Phrase
      • Relating to the measurement of something from end to end.
      • Relating to the duration or extent of something.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • in motion

      US /ɪn ˈmoʃən/

      UK /in ˈməuʃən/

      • Phrase
      • Moving; not stationary.
      C2
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    • in need

      US /ɪn nid/

      UK /in ni:d/

      • Phrase
      • Not having the necessary things, such as food
      A1
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    • in order that

      US /ɪn ˈɔrdɚ ðæt/

      UK /in ˈɔ:də ðæt/

      • Conjunction
      • With the purpose or intention that.
      A2
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    • in order to

      US /ɪn ˈɔrdɚ tu/

      UK /in ˈɔ:də tu:/

      • Preposition
      • For the purpose of; with the aim of.
      • Phrase
      • In a specific sequence or arrangement.
      • With the aim of; for the purpose of.
      C1
      More
    • in place of

      US /ɪn ples ʌv/

      UK /in pleis ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • Instead of; as a substitute for.
      More
    • in progress

      US /ɪn ˈprɑɡˌrɛs/

      UK /in ˈprəuɡres/

      • Adjective
      • Currently taking place or being done; not yet completed.
      • Phrase
      • In the course of being done or carried out.
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    • in rags

      US /ɪn ræɡz/

      UK /ɪn ræɡz/

      • other
      • Wearing tattered or very poor clothing.
      B1
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    • in reason

      US /ɪn ˈrizən/

      UK /ɪn ˈri:zən/

      • other
      • Within sensible or acceptable limits.
      B2
      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 ruins

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Reduced to a state of destruction or disrepair.
      • Having suffered a catastrophic setback or failure.
      A1
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    • in service

      US /ɪn 'sɝvɪs/

      UK /in ˈsɜːvɪs/

      • Adjective
      • Available for use; operational
      B1
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    • in succession

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Following one after the other without interruption.
      • In the correct order; sequentially.
      More
    • in suspense

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In a state of excitement or anxiety, uncertain about what may happen.
      • In a state of mental uncertainty, typically with anxiety.
      C2
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    • in the air

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
      • From the beginning; initially.
      A1
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    • in the least

      US

      UK

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

      US /ɪn ði ˈminˌtaɪm/

      UK /in ðə ˈmi:ntaim/

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

      US

      UK

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

      US

      UK

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

      US /ɪn ði wɜrld/

      UK /in ðə wɜː(r)ld/

      • Phrase
      • Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
      • Used to indicate the extent or degree of something, often in a superlative sense.
      A1
      More
    • in three days

      US /ɪn θri deɪz/

      UK /ɪn θri: deɪz/

      • other
      • Within a period of three days from now or a reference point.
      A2
      More
    • in time

      US /ɪn taɪm/

      UK /in taim/

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

      US /ɪn ˈtoʊkən ʌv/

      UK /ɪn ˈtəukən ɔv/

      • other
      • As a symbol or sign of something.
      C1
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    • in truth

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In fact; actually; really
      A1
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    • in turn

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • One after the other in a sequence or rotation.
      A1
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    • in vain

      US /ɪn ven/

      UK /in vein/

      • Phrase
      • Without success or result; futilely.
      C1
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    • inside of

      US /ɪnˈsaɪd ʌv/

      UK /inˈsaid ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Within; in the inner part of.
      • Within a certain period of time.
      A1
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    • iron

      US /ˈaɪərn/

      UK /ˈaɪən/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Heavy metal device heated to smooth clothes
      • Golf club with a metal head
      • Transitive Verb
      • To use a hot flat-based machine to smooth clothes
      B1
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    • join in

      US /dʒɔɪn ɪn/

      UK /dʒɔin in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      A1
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    • kneel before

      US /nil bɪˈfɔr/

      UK /ni:l bɪˈfɔ:/

      • other
      • To kneel in front of someone to show respect or submission.
      B1
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    • ladder

      US /ˈlædɚ/

      UK /'lædə(r)/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Series of levels to go up in society or business
      • Device with a series of steps used for climbing
      B1
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    • lay aside

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To save something, usually money, for future use.
      • To stop considering or dealing with something for a period of time.
      B1
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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.
      A2
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    • like a man

      US /laɪk ə mæn/

      UK /laɪk ə mæn/

      • other
      • To act bravely or responsibly.
      A2
      More
    • livres

      US

      UK

      • Noun (plural)
      • Money of accounts formerly used in France
      C2
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    • look at

      US /lʊk æt/

      UK /luk æt/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To use your eyes to focus on something
      • To focus your eyes on something carefully
      A1
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    • majesty

      US /ˈmædʒɪsti/

      UK /'mædʒəstɪ/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Impressive quality that something large has
      B1
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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
      A2
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    • monsieur

      US /məˈsjɚ/

      UK /məˈsjə:/

      • Proper Noun
      • (French) Mr; sir
      B2
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    • morrow

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • Next day
      C2
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    • move to

      US /muv tu/

      UK /mu:v tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To change the place where you live or work.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To proceed to the next stage or action.
      A2
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    • night and day

      US /naɪt ənd de/

      UK /nait ænd dei/

      • Phrase
      • Continuously; all the time.
      • Noun
      • The contrast between two very different things.
      A1
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    • no matter

      US

      UK

      • Conjunction
      • Regardless of; it does not matter.
      • Adverb
      • Regardless of; it is not important
      A1
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    • of old

      US /ʌv oʊld/

      UK /əv əuld/

      • other
      • From a long time ago; in the past.
      B2
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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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    • old hat

      US /oʊld ˈhæt/

      UK /əʊld ˈhæt/

      • other
      • No longer interesting or fashionable; outdated.
      B2
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    • on account of

      US /ɑn əˈkaʊnt ʌv/

      UK /ɔn əˈkaunt ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Because of.
      B1
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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.
      A1
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    • on fire

      US /ɑn faɪr/

      UK /ɔn ˈfaiə/

      • Adjective
      • Very successful or popular
      • Burning
      A2
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    • on that score

      US /ɑn ðæt skɔr/

      UK /ɔn ðæt skɔ:/

      • Phrase
      • Regarding that particular point or aspect.
      A1
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    • on the back of

      US /ɑn ðə bæk əv/

      UK /ɒn ðə bæk əv/

      • other
      • As a result of or following something.
      B2
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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.
      A1
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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.
      A1
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    • on the inside

      US /ɑn ði ɪnˈsaɪd/

      UK /ɔn ðə inˈsaid/

      • Phrase
      • Having a position of authority or influence within an organization or system.
      • In prison; incarcerated.
      • Adjective
      • Possessing secret or confidential information.
      A1
      More
    • 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).
      A1
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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
      More
    • 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.
      A1
      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
    • on the watch

      US /ɑn ðə wɑtʃ/

      UK /ɒn ðə wɒtʃ/

      • other
      • Being alert and carefully observing for something.
      B2
      More
    • on the whole

      US /ɑn ði hol/

      UK /ɔn ðə həul/

      • Phrase
      • Considering everything; generally.
      • In summary; taking everything into consideration.
      A1
      More
    • order in

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To request food from a restaurant to be delivered to one's home or other location.
      More
    • out of breath

      US /aʊt ʌv brɛθ/

      UK /aut ɔv breθ/

      • Adjective
      • Having difficulty breathing, often after physical exertion.
      A1
      More
    • out there

      US /aʊt ðɛr/

      UK /aut ðɛə/

      • Adverb
      • In or to a place that is far away
      • Existing in the universe
      • Adjective
      • Unconventional; strange; avant-garde
      • Existing or available.
      A1
      More
    • outside of

      US /aʊtˈsaɪd ʌv/

      UK /ˌautˈsaid ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
      • Beyond the scope, range, or limits of something.
      A1
      More
    • parliament

      US /ˈpɑrləmənt/

      UK /ˈpɑ:ləmənt/

      • Noun
      • Elected officials who govern a country (in the UK)
      • Period when the Uk government is in session
      A2
      More
    • philosopher

      US /fɪˈlɑsəfɚ/

      UK /fəˈlɒsəfə(r)/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Person studying the meaning of truth and life
      • A person who is calm and wise; someone who lives by philosophical principles.
      C1
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    • 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
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    • priest

      US /prist/

      UK /pri:st/

      • Countable Noun
      • Person who can perform ceremonies in a religion
      B1
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    • put out

      US /pʊt aʊt/

      UK /put aut/

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

      US

      UK

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

      US /rɪˈvolt/

      UK /rɪ'vəʊlt/

      • Noun
      • Protest against authority; fight to take control
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To refuse to obey someone's authority or wishes
      B2
      More
    • run across

      US /rʌn əˈkrɔs/

      UK /rʌn əˈkrɔs/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To meet someone or find something by chance
      A1
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    • run against

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To compete against someone in an election or contest.
      • To be in opposition or conflict with something.
      A1
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    • run to

      US /rʌn tu/

      UK /rʌn tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have enough money; be able to pay; afford
      • To go to some place
      A1
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    • 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
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    • set off

      US /sɛt ɔf/

      UK /set ɒf/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To start a journey
      • To cause something to explode or start working.
      • Transitive Verb
      • To cause to explode.
      A1
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    • set on

      US /sɛt ɑn/

      UK /set ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To attack
      • To cause someone to want to do something.
      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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    • settle down

      US /ˈsɛtl daʊn/

      UK /ˈsetl daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To become calm and relaxed after not being so
      • To begin living in a stable and ordinary way
      A2
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    • shapes and sizes

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • A wide variety of forms and dimensions.
      B1
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    • 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
    • silver

      US /ˈsɪlvɚ/

      UK /'sɪlvə(r)/

      • Noun
      • Person's name
      • Shiny gray color
      • Transitive Verb
      • To coat something with a layer of silver
      • To polish silver objects to make them shine
      A2
      More
    • sire

      US /saɪr/

      UK /'saɪə(r)/

      • Noun
      • Male parent of an animal
      • Former term of address to a king
      • Transitive Verb
      • (Of males) to become the father of a child
      B2
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    • sit down

      US /sit daʊn/

      UK /sit daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To take a seat
      A1
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    • speak to

      US /spik tu/

      UK /spi:k tu:/

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

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Exactly right; perfectly accurate.
      • Adverb
      • Exactly at the expected or scheduled time.
      • Perfect; excellent.
      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
    • spy out

      US /spaɪ aʊt/

      UK /spaɪ aʊt/

      • other
      • To observe or watch secretly to gain information.
      B2
      More
    • stand out

      US /stænd aʊt/

      UK /stænd aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be noticeably better than other similar ones
      A1
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    • stir up

      US /stɚ ʌp/

      UK /stə: ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To cause trouble; incite unrest.
      • To evoke or awaken (emotions, memories).
      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
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    • 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
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    • take back

      US /tek bæk/

      UK /teik bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To say you no longer agree with an opinion you had
      • To return something you bought to the store
      • Transitive Verb
      • To retract or withdraw a statement or claim.
      • To regain possession of something.
      A1
      More
    • take good care

      US

      UK

      • Transitive Verb
      • To look after someone or something well; ensure their well-being.
      A1
      More
    • think about

      US /θɪŋk əˈbaʊt/

      UK /θiŋk əˈbaut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To consider something carefully.
      • To remember or call to mind.
      A1
      More
    • think of

      US /θɪŋk ʌv/

      UK /θiŋk ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To look on as (being something specific); consider
      • To consider or remember something.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To imagine or call something to mind
      A1
      More
    • to boot

      US /tu but/

      UK /tu: bu:t/

      • Adverb
      • In addition; as well; besides.
      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
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    • to God

      US /tə ɡɑd/

      UK /tə ɡɒd/

      • other
      • Used to emphasize truth or sincerity.
      A2
      More
    • to order

      US

      UK

      • Transitive Verb
      • To give an instruction or command.
      • To request something to be made, supplied, or served.
      A1
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    • to the point

      US /tu ði pɔɪnt/

      UK /tu: ðə pɔint/

      • Adjective
      • Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
      • Phrase
      • Relevant and pertinent to the matter at hand.
      A2
      More
    • to the rescue

      US /tu ðə ˈrɛskju/

      UK /tə ðə ˈreskju:/

      • other
      • Arriving in time to help or save someone from danger.
      B1
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    • turn on

      US /tɚn ɑn/

      UK /tə:n ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To cause someone to be interested or excited
      • Transitive Verb
      • To activate or switch on a device or appliance.
      • To suddenly attack or criticize someone.
      A1
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    • with age

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • As someone gets older; as time passes.
      • Improving in quality or value as it gets older.
      A1
      More
    • with both hands

      US /wɪθ boʊθ ˈhændz/

      UK /wɪθ bəʊθ ˈhændz/

      • other
      • Readily and enthusiastically accept something.
      B1
      More
    • with it

      US /wɪð ɪt/

      UK /wið it/

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

      US

      UK

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

      US /wɪðˈaʊt daʊt/

      UK /wiˈðaut daut/

      • Phrase
      • Certainly; definitely; without any question.
      A2
      More
    • wood

      US /wʊd/

      UK /wʊd/

      • Proper Noun
      • Person's name
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Land covered with trees, smaller than a forest
      • Cut tree used for making fires or building things
      A2
      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 10 - The Hunchback of Notre Dame Audiobook by Victor Hugo (Chs 1-7)

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    Dive into Victor Hugo's "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" with this audiobook chapter! You'll follow Gringoire as he encounters the Archdeacon and reflects on art, architecture, and his own philosophical outlook, picking up some fascinating vocabulary along the way.

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