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daily-life C1

abandon all hope

Discover the meaning of 'abandon all hope,' a powerful literary phrase used to describe giving up completely.
daily-life C1

alter the course of history

Discover the meaning of 'alter the course of history' and learn how to use this advanced C1 English expression in formal discussions and essays.
travel C1

armchair traveler

Learn the meaning of 'armchair traveler' and how to use this common English idiom to describe someone who explores the world from the comfort of home.
academic C1

at the expense of

Learn how to use 'at the expense of' in academic writing. Understand its meaning, explore natural examples, and practice using it correctly.
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relationships C1

bare one's soul

Learn the meaning of 'bare one's soul'. Discover how to use this deep expression to describe revealing your innermost thoughts and feelings in relationships.
entertainment C1

be panned by critics

Learn how to use the advanced English idiom 'be panned by critics' to describe movies or books that received terrible reviews.
relationships B2

bear a striking resemblance

Discover how to use the formal phrase 'bear a striking resemblance' to describe two people who look incredibly similar.
daily-life C1

belittle someone's achievements

Discover the meaning of 'belittle someone's achievements.' Learn how to describe situations where someone downplays another person's success with natural examples.
daily-life C1

bend to someone's will

Master the advanced English idiom 'bend to someone's will.' Learn how to describe giving in to pressure or control in relationships and daily life.
daily-life C1

berate someone for mistakes

Discover how to use 'berate someone for mistakes' to describe scolding or criticizing someone angrily. Learn with clear explanations and examples.
daily-life C1

bestow an honor

Learn how to use the formal expression 'bestow an honor' to describe presenting a prestigious award or recognition in official and celebratory settings.
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daily-life C1

betray a trust

Find out what 'betray a trust' means and how to use this expression to describe broken confidence or loyalty in personal and professional relationships.
daily-life C1

blend into the background

Discover how to use the idiom 'blend into the background' to describe people, objects, or ideas that escape notice by matching their environment.
daily-life C1

blunder into a mistake

Master the advanced English expression 'blunder into a mistake' to describe making careless, clumsy, or accidental errors in daily conversations and work.
daily-life C1

blur the lines

Learn how to use 'blur the lines' to describe situations where distinctions, boundaries, or rules become unclear in daily life and work.
daily-life C1

bode well for the future

Learn the meaning of 'bode well for the future', how to use it in formal English, and see natural example sentences.
daily-life C1

bound by duty

Learn the formal expression 'bound by duty' to describe moral, ethical, or professional obligations.
entertainment C1

break the fourth wall

Learn the theatrical and cinematic term 'break the fourth wall' and how to use it when characters address the audience directly.
daily-life C1

bring to fruition

Discover how to use 'bring to fruition' to describe successfully completing a complex project, plan, or long-term dream after a period of hard work.
relationships C1

bristle at a comment

Discover the meaning of 'bristle at a comment'—a C1-level English expression used when someone reacts defensively or with irritation to a remark.