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Formal expressions for academic contexts

academic B1

group project

Learn how to use the phrase 'group project' in English. Discover its exact meaning, common learner mistakes, pronunciation, and interactive practice exercises.
academic B1

hand in

Learn how to use the phrasal verb 'hand in' for submitting schoolwork or documents.
academic B2

hit the books

Discover the meaning of the popular idiom 'hit the books' and how to use it naturally in casual English conversations.
academic B2

in a nutshell

Understand the idiom 'in a nutshell' to summarize information quickly. Learn its meaning, see natural examples, and test your knowledge with exercises.
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academic C1

intellectual curiosity

Learn the meaning of 'intellectual curiosity'. Understand how to use this formal term to describe a strong, lifelong desire to learn and acquire knowledge.
academic C1

ivory tower

Learn what 'ivory tower' means, how to use it in casual academic contexts, and see natural example sentences.
academic C1

literature review

Learn how to write about a 'literature review' in academic papers, its meaning, and see natural examples.
academic B2

major in

Learn how to use the academic phrase "major in" to talk about your main field of study at a university. Improve your English speaking skills with real examples.
academic A2

pass an exam

Learn how to use the phrase 'pass an exam' correctly in English, with natural examples, common mistakes, and practice exercises.
academic B1

pass with flying colors

Find out what the idiom 'pass with flying colors' means. See how native English speakers use it to describe academic success with examples and practice.
academic B2

peer review

Learn the formal academic term 'peer review'. Understand its precise definition, find natural examples, and see how to use it in professional contexts.
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academic B1

point out

Master the phrasal verb 'point out' in English. Learn how to draw attention to important facts in academic writing, daily conversations, and professional work.
academic C1

quantitative research

Discover the meaning of 'quantitative research' and how to use it in formal academic writing and discussions.
academic B2

school of thought

Master the academic idiom 'school of thought' to describe a specific set of common opinions, theories, or beliefs held by a group of scholars or experts.
academic C1

seminal study

Discover the meaning of 'seminal study' in academic English. Learn how to describe highly influential research that changed its field forever with examples.
academic B1

sign up for

Master the common phrasal verb 'sign up for' with our clear explanations, natural example sentences, common learner mistakes, and helpful practice quizzes.
academic B1

skip class

Understand the casual English expression 'skip class'. Learn its meaning, see natural examples, avoid common mistakes, and test your knowledge easily.
academic B1

study group

Learn the meaning of 'study group' in English. Discover how to use this term in academic contexts with clear examples, common mistakes, and practice.
academic A2

study hard

Learn the common academic collocation 'study hard' to describe intense academic effort.
academic B1

take a test

Learn how to use 'take a test' correctly in English. Discover common mistakes, natural examples, and useful practice exercises for this academic phrase.