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C1 — Advanced

Expressions for advanced English learners

daily-life C1

cry over spilled milk

Understand the common idiom 'cry over spilled milk'. Learn what it means, how to use it in daily English conversations, and practice with real examples.
entertainment C1

cult classic

Learn what a 'cult classic' is and how to use this term to describe films, books, or games with dedicated fanbases.
daily-life C1

curiosity killed the cat

Discover the meaning and origin of 'curiosity killed the cat'. Learn how to use this classic English idiom in everyday conversations with practical examples.
relationships C1

curry favor with

Discover how to use the formal idiom 'curry favor with' to describe someone trying to gain favor or approval through insincere flattery or gifts.
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daily-life C1

cut corners

Master the English phrase 'cut corners'. Learn how to describe saving time or money by doing things poorly, with natural examples and practice.
business C1

cutting edge

Master the business term 'cutting edge' to describe highly advanced, innovative technology and pioneering developments in your industry.
daily-life C1

devil's advocate

Learn the meaning of 'devil's advocate' in English. Understand how to present opposing arguments in discussions without causing conflict.
academic C1

disprove a theory

Master the formal academic collocation 'disprove a theory'. Learn how to accurately describe the scientific process of showing an idea or hypothesis to be false.
daily-life C1

don't count your chickens before they hatch

Master the idiom 'don't count your chickens before they hatch' with natural everyday examples, common learner mistakes, and practical exercises.
academic C1

draw a conclusion

Learn how to use the formal academic collocation 'draw a conclusion' correctly. Discover its meaning, pronunciation, examples, and practice exercises.
business C1

due diligence

Learn how to use 'due diligence' in professional English. Understand its meaning, pronunciation, and see real business examples.
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academic C1

empirical evidence

Understand the definition of 'empirical evidence' and how to use this formal academic term correctly in research.
daily-life C1

every cloud has a silver lining

Learn how to use 'every cloud has a silver lining' to find the good in bad situations. Includes natural conversation examples and practice.
daily-life C1

fit as a fiddle

Understand the English idiom 'fit as a fiddle' to describe being in perfect physical health. Learn correct usage, common mistakes, and practice.
academic C1

food for thought

Understand the common English idiom 'food for thought'. Learn how to use this phrase to describe something that is worth thinking about seriously and deeply.
business C1

gain leverage

Master the formal business phrase 'gain leverage' to describe securing a strategic advantage in negotiations and high-stakes corporate decision-making.
business C1

game changer

Learn how to use the idiomatic business expression 'game changer' to describe revolutionary ideas or products.
entertainment C1

genre-bending style

Understand what 'genre-bending style' means and how to describe innovative art, music, and films that mix different styles.
business C1

get the ball rolling

Master the casual business idiom 'get the ball rolling'. Learn how to use this phrase to talk about starting an activity, project, or process in English.
daily-life C1

hear it on the grapevine

Learn how to use 'hear it on the grapevine' to talk about rumors and informal news. Explore natural conversational examples and practice.