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C1 — Advanced

Expressions for advanced English learners

academic C1

straw man argument

Learn how to identify and avoid a straw man argument in academic writing and formal debates. Improve your critical thinking and logical reasoning skills.
business C1

subject to regulatory approval

Understand the formal business and legal phrase 'subject to regulatory approval' used for deals dependent on official permission.
business C1

subsequent to

Learn how to use 'subsequent to' in formal business writing to mean 'after' or 'following' an event.
entertainment C1

suffer a tragic fall from grace

Explore the meaning of 'suffer a tragic fall from grace' to describe a sudden loss of status, respect, or fame.
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food-cooking C1

sumptuous feast

Discover how to use 'sumptuous feast' to describe a lavish, magnificent, and abundant meal prepared for a special celebration.
academic C1

synthesize information

Learn how to use 'synthesize information' in academic contexts. Improve your writing with definition, examples, and practice.
food-cooking C1

temper chocolate

Master the culinary term 'temper chocolate'. Learn its precise meaning, steps, and how to use it in professional baking and kitchen contexts.
business C1

terminate a contract

Understand the formal business expression 'terminate a contract,' used when legally ending an agreement.
academic C1

theoretical construct

Learn how to use 'theoretical construct' in academic writing. Discover its meaning, pronunciation, and see natural examples.
food-cooking C1

to die for

Learn how to use the casual, hyperbolic idiom 'to die for' to describe food, drinks, or experiences that are absolutely outstanding and delicious.
academic C1

tooth and nail

Master the advanced C1 academic idiom 'tooth and nail' to describe fighting, resisting, or competing with extreme energy, determination, and maximum effort.
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slang C1

toxic positivity

Learn the meaning of 'toxic positivity,' why dismissing negative emotions can be harmful, and how to discuss it in English.
travel C1

traffic gridlock

Discover what "traffic gridlock" means, how to use it in professional and everyday travel contexts, and see natural example sentences.
slang C1

trauma dumping

Discover what 'trauma dumping' means, how it differs from venting, and how to use this modern slang term naturally.
travel C1

travel advisory

Master the formal term 'travel advisory'. Learn how governments warn travelers about safety conditions abroad with real-world examples.
travel C1

travel incognito

Learn the phrase 'travel incognito' to describe traveling without revealing your true identity.
daily-life C1

turn a blind eye

Discover the meaning of 'turn a blind eye' in English. Learn how to describe ignoring bad behavior with natural examples, common errors, and practice exercises.
technology C1

under the hood

Learn the casual tech idiom 'under the hood' to talk about the underlying code, mechanics, or internal workings of software and hardware systems.
business C1

under the wire

Learn how to use 'under the wire' in casual business English. Understand its origin, look at examples, and test your skills.
travel C1

undertake a journey

Learn the formal English expression 'undertake a journey,' its correct usage, pronunciation, and common mistakes.