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Informal expressions for everyday speech

slang B1

living in my head

Discover what 'living in my head' means and how to use this slang expression to describe thoughts, songs, or people you can't stop thinking about.
relationships B2

lock horns

Discover the meaning of the idiom 'lock horns' and how to use this casual expression to describe heated disagreements and arguments with friends or coworkers.
travel B1

look around

Learn how to use the phrasal verb 'look around' like a native speaker. Discover how to use it in shops, museums, and new cities with helpful examples.
business B2

look down on competitors

Learn the business idiom 'look down on competitors' to describe an attitude of superiority or underestimating other companies.
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business B2

look up to leaders

Discover how to use 'look up to leaders' in casual business English to describe respect, mentorship, and professional admiration.
travel C1

lost in translation

Learn the meaning of the idiom 'lost in translation' and see how to use it to describe cultural and linguistic misunderstandings during travel or work.
entertainment B2

make a splash

Learn how to use the idiom 'make a splash' to describe someone or something making a big, successful impact in entertainment or public life.
daily-life B1

make yourself at home

Learn how to use 'make yourself at home' to warmly welcome guests, make them feel comfortable in your house, and sound natural in daily conversations.
food-cooking B2

meal prep

Learn how to use the casual English term 'meal prep' to talk about preparing meals in advance.
entertainment C1

mind-bending plot

Explore the meaning of 'mind-bending plot', a casual term for complex, trippy storylines in movies and books. Includes natural examples and practice exercises.
slang C1

mob wife aesthetic

Learn about the 'mob wife aesthetic', a viral fashion trend characterized by bold, glamorous, and maximalist styles like fur coats and animal prints.
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entertainment B1

monster movie

Learn the meaning of 'monster movie' and how to talk about films featuring giant creatures like Godzilla or King Kong.
entertainment B1

movie geek

Learn what 'movie geek' means, how to use it in casual English conversations, and see natural examples of this fun slang term.
business C1

muddle through the crisis

Discover how to use the casual business phrase 'muddle through the crisis' to describe surviving a difficult situation without a clear plan.
slang B2

my Roman Empire

Learn the meaning of the popular internet slang term "my Roman Empire," which describes something you constantly think about, and see how to use it in daily life.
entertainment B2

nail-biting finish

Discover the meaning of 'nail-biting finish' and how to use it to describe tense, exciting endings in sports, movies, and games.
slang B2

no lies detected

Learn how to use the slang phrase 'no lies detected' to show strong agreement with someone's statement or opinion.
slang C1

no thoughts head empty

Understand 'no thoughts head empty', a humorous internet slang phrase used to describe a state of complete mental blankness, relaxation, or lack of focus.
daily-life C1

not sleep a wink

Find out what "not sleep a wink" means in English. Learn how to use this common idiom to talk about sleepless nights with real examples.
business B2

off the cuff

Understand the meaning of 'off the cuff' and how to use it when talking about speaking or acting without preparation.