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Everyday expressions for daily conversations

daily-life A2

look out

Learn how to use 'look out' as a warning to be careful or to watch for potential danger in casual conversation.
daily-life B2

make do

Learn how to use 'make do' to talk about managing or getting by with limited resources or less-than-ideal situations.
daily-life B2

make of

Discover how to use 'make of' to ask for or express opinions and interpretations about situations, people, or news.
daily-life B1

on the other hand

Learn how to use 'on the other hand' to compare contrasting points or opinions in English conversations and writing.
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daily-life A2

pass by

Learn how to use 'pass by' to describe moving past a place or person, or how time goes by, in everyday English conversations with simple, practical examples.
daily-life B2

play it by ear

Learn the meaning of 'play it by ear' and see how native English speakers use this casual idiom to talk about making flexible plans without a set schedule.
daily-life B2

pull yourself together

Master the English idiom 'pull yourself together' with this guide. Learn its meaning, real-life conversation examples, pronunciation, and common learner mistakes.
daily-life B2

rule of thumb

Discover the meaning of 'rule of thumb' in English. Learn how to use this common idiom correctly with practical examples and pronunciation tips.
daily-life A2

see you later

Learn how to say goodbye casually using 'see you later'. Explore examples, common pronunciation tips, and practice exercises.
daily-life B2

shoot up

Learn how to use the casual phrasal verb 'shoot up' in daily English to describe prices, temperatures, or children growing very quickly and suddenly.
daily-life A2

slip on

Discover how to use the common A2 phrasal verb 'slip on' to describe putting on clothes or shoes quickly, with natural examples and practical grammar tips for learners.
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daily-life B1

sorry, keep going

Learn how to use the casual phrase 'sorry, keep going' to politely encourage someone to continue speaking after an unexpected interruption or distraction in daily life.
daily-life A2

spend money

Discover how to use the phrase "spend money" correctly in your daily English conversations, including essential prepositions and money management contexts.
daily-life B2

stick out

Learn how to use the casual phrasal verb 'stick out' to describe something that is highly noticeable, prominent, or physically protruding in daily conversations.
daily-life B2

swear by

Learn how to use the English phrasal verb 'swear by' to express strong belief or confidence in the effectiveness of something.
daily-life B1

take apart

Learn how to use 'take apart' to describe dismantling machines, devices, or physical objects into separate pieces.
daily-life A2

take back

Learn how to use the phrasal verb 'take back' to talk about returning items to a shop or admitting that something you said was wrong.
daily-life A2

take care

Find out how to use 'take care' as a warm goodbye in English. Learn the correct context, pronunciation, and common errors.
daily-life B1

take down

Discover the meaning of 'take down', from writing down spoken information to dismantling structures or removing online content.
daily-life B2

take for granted

Learn how to use 'take for granted' in English. This guide explains its meaning, offers natural examples, and highlights common grammar mistakes.