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B2 — Upper Intermediate

Expressions for upper-intermediate English learners

relationships B2

set boundaries

Learn how to use 'set boundaries' to talk about establishing healthy limits in personal, romantic, and professional relationships.
daily-life B2

settle for

Learn how to use the phrasal verb 'settle for' to describe accepting a less-than-ideal option in English.
business B2

share of the market

Master the business term 'share of the market' (or market share). Learn how to describe business performance and competition in English.
travel B2

shore excursion

Master the term 'shore excursion' to talk about guided tours and activities during cruise ship port stops.
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slang B2

side character

Learn what 'side character' means in modern slang. Discover how to use this term to describe someone who isn't the main focus of a situation.
travel B2

signature dish

Discover what a 'signature dish' is and why you should look out for it when exploring new restaurants on your travels.
food-cooking B2

simmer gently

Learn how to use the cooking term 'simmer gently' in English. Master this culinary expression with natural examples and practice.
daily-life B2

sit around

Discover the meaning of 'sit around'. Learn how to use this casual phrasal verb to describe wasting time, being inactive, or relaxing doing nothing.
daily-life B2

sit back

Learn how to use the phrasal verb 'sit back' to describe relaxing, taking it easy, or choosing not to take action. Master its meaning, pronunciation, and examples.
food-cooking B2

slow cooked meal

Learn how to use the phrase 'slow cooked meal' in English. Discover its meaning, pronunciation, and common mistakes in cooking contexts.
technology B2

smart home

Discover what a 'smart home' is and learn how to talk about internet-connected household appliances, home automation systems, and voice assistants.
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business B2

smooth sailing

Discover how to use the idiom 'smooth sailing' in casual business conversations to describe projects or tasks that go without any trouble.
travel B2

soak up the sun

Learn how to use the phrase 'soak up the sun' to talk about relaxing outdoors, enjoying warm weather, and getting some beautiful sunshine on your next vacation.
slang B2

soft boy

Understand the slang term 'soft boy' (or 'softboi'). Learn how this archetype uses sensitivity and artistic interests to appeal to others.
food-cooking B2

sour grapes

Discover the meaning of the idiom 'sour grapes' and learn how to use it to describe someone who disparages something they secretly want but cannot obtain.
travel B2

souvenir hunting

Learn how to use the term 'souvenir hunting' to describe the fun, casual search for unique local gifts and mementos to bring back home from your travels.
daily-life B2

speak highly of

Understand how to use the phrase 'speak highly of' to describe praising, recommending, or expressing a very positive opinion about someone or something.
entertainment B2

speed run

Discover what a 'speed run' is, learn how it originated in gaming culture, and find out how to use it in both literal and metaphorical everyday English contexts.
relationships B2

stab someone in the back

Learn how to use the idiom 'stab someone in the back' to describe betrayal and broken trust in English conversations.
entertainment B2

stage a triumphant return

Learn the idiom 'stage a triumphant return' to describe a highly successful comeback in sports, music, or theater.