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Informal expressions for everyday speech

relationships B1

fall for someone

Discover the meaning of 'fall for someone' in English. Learn how to use this romantic phrasal verb to describe falling in love.
business C1

fall by the wayside

Learn the idiomatic phrase 'fall by the wayside'. See how to use it in casual business conversations to describe abandoned plans.
slang B1

fame hungry

Learn the meaning of the slang term fame hungry, how it describes attention-seeking behavior, and how to use it in natural conversations.
daily-life B1

feel down

Learn the casual English expression 'feel down'. Understand how to describe feeling sad, unhappy, or discouraged in daily conversations with natural examples.
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daily-life C1

feel the pinch

Understand the idiom 'feel the pinch' and learn how to use it to describe financial hardship in everyday English.
business B1

figure out a way

Find out how to use the casual business phrase "figure out a way" to express creative problem-solving, overcoming obstacles, and finding solutions at work.
food-cooking B1

fill up on

Learn how to use the phrasal verb 'fill up on' to talk about eating too much of one thing. Perfect your English with real examples, explanations, and practice.
slang B1

fit check

Learn the meaning of 'fit check,' a popular internet slang term used to show off or evaluate an outfit.
business C1

flog a dead horse

Learn how to use the idiom 'flog a dead horse' in professional settings to describe wasting time and energy on a failed business project or lost cause.
food-cooking B2

food coma

Understand what a 'food coma' is and how to use this popular slang term to describe post-meal drowsiness.
slang A2

for real

Learn how to use 'for real' in English. Discover this popular casual slang phrase used to express sincerity, agreement, or surprise in conversation.
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food-cooking A2

free refills

Discover what 'free refills' means and how to use it when dining out. Learn common mistakes, natural examples, and practice your English skills today.
technology B1

friend request

Discover the meaning of 'friend request' in English, how to use it in casual conversations, and avoid common mistakes.
slang B2

gaslight someone

Learn what it means to 'gaslight' someone in English, how to spot this psychological manipulation, and how to use the term correctly in conversation.
entertainment C1

generate substantial buzz

Learn how to use 'generate substantial buzz' to describe movies, shows, or events that get everyone talking.
relationships C1

get a word in edgewise

Find out what 'get a word in edgewise' means and how to use it in casual English. Improve your speaking skills with real examples and practice.
daily-life B2

get carried away

Understand the idiom 'get carried away' in English. This guide explains its meaning with natural examples, typical learner mistakes, and practice questions.
entertainment B2

get pre-show jitters

Learn the meaning of 'get pre-show jitters' and how to use this casual English expression to describe performance anxiety.
daily-life B1

get the hang of

Learn how to use the casual English idiom 'get the hang of' correctly. Understand its meaning, see real-life examples, and practice with fun exercises.
slang B1

ghost someone

Learn what it means to 'ghost someone' in English. Discover how to use this common slang term for suddenly cutting off contact with someone.