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Neutral expressions for any context

daily-life C1

bone of contention

Understand the C1 idiom 'bone of contention' and learn how to use it to describe ongoing disagreements and arguments.
daily-life B1

borrow money

Understand how to use the phrase 'borrow money' correctly, and learn to avoid mixing it up with 'lend money'.
daily-life B2

bottle up emotions

Learn how to use the phrase 'bottle up emotions' in English to describe someone who hides their feelings inside instead of expressing them openly to others.
relationships B2

bottle up feelings

Learn the meaning of 'bottle up feelings' and how to use this common English expression to describe hiding your emotions instead of talking about them.
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daily-life B2

breadwinner

Learn the meaning of 'breadwinner', how to use it in daily English conversations, and see natural examples of this common term.
business B2

break even

Learn how to use the business term 'break even' to describe reaching a point where costs and revenues are equal.
business B2

bridge the gap

Learn how to use 'bridge the gap' to describe connecting two different groups, ideas, or situations.
food-cooking B2

bring to a simmer

Learn how to use the cooking term 'bring to a simmer' in recipes and kitchen conversations.
daily-life B2

bring up children

Learn how to use the phrasal verb 'bring up children' in everyday English to talk about raising kids and parenting.
daily-life B2

burst into tears

Discover the meaning of 'burst into tears' and learn how to use this common English phrase to describe someone suddenly and intensely starting to cry out loud.
travel A2

bus stop

Learn how to use the essential travel term "bus stop" to ask for directions, talk about public transportation, and navigate any new city with confidence.
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business A2

buy a product

Learn how to use the phrase 'buy a product' to describe purchasing items or goods in business and daily life.
daily-life A2

buy groceries

Discover how to use 'buy groceries' in natural English conversations. Learn key examples, pronunciation, and tips.
daily-life A2

by train

Learn how to use 'by train' in English to talk about traveling on railways. Discover meaning, examples, and common mistakes.
daily-life B1

cancel a reservation

Learn how to use 'cancel a reservation' when you need to call off a booking at a restaurant, hotel, or flight.
travel B1

car rental

Master the term 'car rental'. Learn how to book a vehicle, talk about rental agencies, and use the phrase correctly.
daily-life B2

catch someone's eye

Learn how to use 'catch someone's eye' to describe attracting someone's attention. Discover natural examples, pronunciation, and common learner mistakes.
daily-life B1

change of heart

Discover what 'change of heart' means in English, how to use it when someone alters their opinion or decision, and see real-life examples.
business A2

change the time

Learn how to use 'change the time' to reschedule meetings, appointments, or events in professional and everyday English.
business A2

check the calendar

Learn how to use 'check the calendar' to look at your schedule and see if you are free for meetings or events.