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daily-life C1

storm in a teacup

Learn the British idiom 'storm in a teacup' to describe a lot of unnecessary anger or worry about something trivial. See natural daily-life examples.
travel B1

street food

Discover the meaning of 'street food' and how to use it when talking about local culinary experiences abroad.
business C1

strike a balance

Learn how to use the business English idiom 'strike a balance' to describe finding a compromise or middle ground between two conflicting options or priorities.
daily-life B1

strike up a friendship

Learn how to use 'strike up a friendship' in English. Discover its meaning, pronunciation, common mistakes, and practice exercises.
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daily-life C1

stumbling block

Learn how to use the idiom 'stumbling block' to describe obstacles or difficulties that temporarily prevent progress in daily life and work.
entertainment B1

subscribe to a channel

Master the phrase 'subscribe to a channel' to talk about following content creators on YouTube, Twitch, or other streaming platforms.
daily-life A2

sure thing

Learn how to use 'sure thing' in casual English to agree to requests or respond to thanks.
relationships B2

sweep someone off their feet

Master the romantic idiom 'sweep someone off their feet' to describe sudden, intense love.
daily-life B1

take a deep breath

Learn how to use 'take a deep breath' to describe breathing in fully or calming down in stressful situations.
daily-life B1

take a day off

Master the expression 'take a day off' to talk about taking a single day of leave from work or study.
daily-life B1

take a message

Learn how to use the phrase 'take a message' when answering phone calls for someone else. See examples and practice.
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daily-life A2

take a photo

Master the common English phrase "take a photo". Learn how to use it correctly in daily life, avoid common verb errors, and practice with examples.
daily-life B2

take a rain check

Learn how to politely decline an invitation and reschedule using the common idiom 'take a rain check'.
entertainment A2

take a selfie

Learn the casual English expression 'take a selfie'. Find out what it means, see natural examples, and learn how to use it correctly in daily life.
daily-life C1

take a toll on

Learn how to use the English idiom 'take a toll on' to describe the gradual, damaging effects of stress, hard work, or difficult situations in daily life.
daily-life B2

take it or leave it

Discover the meaning of 'take it or leave it'. Learn how to use this expression in negotiations and daily casual conversations.
business B2

take on

Learn how to use the versatile phrasal verb "take on" in business contexts. Master expressing accepting new responsibilities, hiring, and handling challenges.
daily-life C1

take the bull by the horns

Learn how to use the C1 idiom 'take the bull by the horns' to confidently describe facing difficult, unpleasant, or challenging situations directly and without delay.
daily-life B1

take up a hobby

Learn how to use the phrasal verb 'take up a hobby' in English. This guide covers its meaning, natural examples, common errors, and interactive practice.
daily-life B1

take your time

Understand how to use 'take your time' to tell someone there is no need to hurry. Examples, mistakes, and practice included.