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Informal expressions for everyday speech

slang B2

girlboss energy

Discover the meaning of 'girlboss energy' in modern slang. Learn how to describe someone with strong, confident, and independent vibes.
daily-life A2

give a call

Find out how to use the casual English phrase 'give a call' to stay in touch with friends, family, and colleagues.
relationships A2

give a hug

Learn how to use 'give a hug' in English to express warmth, affection, or comfort to someone in daily life.
business B2

give and take

Discover how 'give and take' is used in business negotiations to describe compromise and mutual concessions.
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relationships C1

give someone the cold shoulder

Learn how to use 'give someone the cold shoulder' to describe intentionally ignoring or being unfriendly to someone in social situations.
food-cooking B1

go bad

Understand the common English idiom 'go bad' used to describe spoiled food. Learn how to use it naturally in daily conversations with our examples and practice.
daily-life C1

go cold turkey

Discover how to use the common casual expression 'go cold turkey' to describe completely and suddenly stopping a bad habit or addiction with real examples.
business B2

go down the drain

Understand the casual business idiom 'go down the drain' to describe wasted time, money, or effort.
slang B2

golden retriever boyfriend

Learn the meaning of 'golden retriever boyfriend', a popular internet slang term used to describe a sweet, incredibly loyal, and highly enthusiastic romantic partner.
slang A2

good vibes

Understand the slang term 'good vibes' and how to use it to describe positive energy, feelings, or atmosphere.
travel B2

grab a cab

Learn how to use the casual travel phrase 'grab a cab' in English. Master its meaning, pronunciation, common mistakes, and practice exercises for your journeys.
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food-cooking B1

grab a drink

Discover the casual English idiom 'grab a drink' and learn how to use it to invite friends or colleagues out.
food-cooking B2

greasy spoon

Discover what a 'greasy spoon' is in English. Learn how to use this common casual term for cheap, unpretentious, and hearty diners in everyday conversations.
entertainment C1

hail Mary

Discover how the term 'hail Mary' is used in sports and general life to describe a desperate, last-minute attempt.
relationships B1

hang in there

Learn how to use the encouraging casual English idiom 'hang in there' to comfort friends, family, or colleagues who are going through a difficult time.
relationships A2

hang out with

Learn how to use 'hang out with' to talk about spending casual, relaxed free time with friends and family in everyday English.
slang B2

hard launch

Explore the meaning of 'hard launch' in modern dating. Learn how to use this social media slang term for making sudden, official relationship announcements.
daily-life B2

hard to swallow

Learn how to use the casual idiom 'hard to swallow' to describe difficult truths, bad news, or unbelievable stories.
slang B1

hate watch

Learn what it means to 'hate watch' a TV show or movie. Find out why people enjoy watching things they actually dislike.
relationships C1

have a bone to pick

Learn how to use the idiom 'have a bone to pick' to express a grievance or bring up a complaint with someone in natural, casual English conversations.