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B2 — Upper Intermediate

Expressions for upper-intermediate English learners

daily-life B2

combine forces

Discover the meaning of 'combine forces,' learn how to use it in daily life and business contexts, and view natural examples.
business B2

come down to price

Understand how to use 'come down to price' to describe the ultimate deciding factor in business negotiations and deals.
daily-life B2

come to an end

Discover how to use the versatile English idiom "come to an end" to naturally describe situations, events, or periods of time that are finally finishing.
business B2

come up with a solution

Master the business phrase 'come up with a solution.' Learn how to use it in meetings, emails, and professional conversations.
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daily-life B2

command respect

Learn how to use the formal English collocation 'command respect' to describe someone who naturally earns the admiration and esteem of others.
daily-life B2

commit a crime

Understand how to use the common collocation 'commit a crime' naturally in English conversations, news contexts, and writing.
relationships B2

commit infidelity

Learn the formal expression 'commit infidelity', its meaning in relationship contexts, and how to use it correctly.
daily-life B2

communicate effectively

Learn how to use 'communicate effectively' to describe clear, successful, and meaningful exchanges of information.
daily-life B2

compare prices

Master the expression 'compare prices' to talk about shopping smart and finding the best deals online or in stores.
travel B2

compass direction

Understand the term 'compass direction' in English travel contexts. Learn how to describe orientation and navigate like a native speaker.
daily-life B2

compete with others

Learn how to use 'compete with others' to describe striving against rivals in sports, business, or daily life.
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business B2

company-wide cut

Learn the meaning of 'company-wide cut' in professional business contexts. Discover natural conversational examples, correct usage, and common learner mistakes.
business B2

competitive pricing

Master the term 'competitive pricing' to describe setting product prices in line with market rivals.
travel B2

complimentary upgrade

Learn how to use the travel term 'complimentary upgrade' in English. Discover its meaning, pronunciation, and see realistic examples from hotels and airlines.
daily-life B2

comply with the rules

Learn the meaning of "comply with the rules," see natural examples of this formal expression, and practice using it correctly in daily life and professional settings.
daily-life B2

compromise on quality

Understand how to use the phrase "compromise on quality" in English. Learn its meaning, discover natural daily examples, and practice your skills with interactive exercises.
daily-life B2

confront a problem

Master the English phrase "confront a problem." Discover its meaning, explore natural everyday example sentences, and test your knowledge with quick interactive exercises.
daily-life B2

confuse the two issues

Learn how to use the phrase "confuse the two issues" in English. Read clear explanations, explore natural example sentences, and practice with useful interactive exercises.
daily-life B2

connect to the internet

Master the common phrase "connect to the internet." Learn its correct usage, see natural daily-life examples, and test your knowledge with simple practice exercises.
travel B2

connecting passenger

Learn how airports and airlines refer to travelers who must change planes to reach their final destination.