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entertainment C1

snatch victory from the jaws of defeat

Discover how to use the dramatic sports idiom 'snatch victory from the jaws of defeat' to describe winning a contest at the very last second.
business C1

stem the tide

Learn how to use the C1 business idiom 'stem the tide' to describe stopping the increase or spread of something unwanted, like financial losses or negative trends.
daily-life C1

take a back seat

Learn the meaning of "take a back seat." Discover how to use this idiom to describe stepping back or letting others take charge.
daily-life C1

take precedence over

Understand the formal phrase 'take precedence over'. Learn how to prioritize tasks and ideas in English with natural examples and exercises.
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academic C1

theoretical underpinnings

Understand 'theoretical underpinnings' and learn how to describe the foundational theories behind any research or study.
entertainment C1

tread the boards

Discover the theatrical idiom 'tread the boards' and how it is used to describe performing as an actor on stage.
relationships C1

unrequited love

Discover the meaning of unrequited love, a classic English expression used to describe one-sided romantic feelings, with natural examples and practical exercises.
travel C1

weary traveler

Discover the meaning of the C1 literary expression 'weary traveler' and learn how to use it to describe tired and exhausted tourists.
entertainment C1

armed to the teeth

Learn the meaning of 'armed to the teeth' and how to use it to describe being heavily equipped with weapons or tools in casual and entertainment contexts.
business C1

at the eleventh hour

Master the business idiom 'at the eleventh hour'. Discover how to use it to describe decisions or actions taken at the very last possible moment.
entertainment C1

attain superstar status

Discover the meaning of 'attain superstar status' and how to use it to describe reaching the peak of fame.
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academic C1

be conducive to

Master the advanced academic phrase 'be conducive to'. Learn how to describe environments that encourage positive outcomes, see examples, and practice.
relationships C1

bear a grudge

Learn how to use the English expression "bear a grudge" to describe holding onto anger or resentment toward someone after a past conflict.
academic C1

beg to differ

Learn how to use the formal expression 'beg to differ' in academic writing and polite discussions to disagree respectfully with someone's opinion.
daily-life C1

blood out of a stone

Learn the meaning of the casual C1 idiom 'blood out of a stone' and discover how to use it naturally in daily English conversations with real examples.
entertainment C1

box-office draw

Master the advanced English term 'box-office draw'. Learn how to describe actors and films that consistently attract massive audiences.
travel C1

commercialized spot

Discover how to use the term 'commercialized spot' in English to describe tourist destinations that have lost their original charm to businesses.
academic C1

comprehensive review

Understand how to use the formal academic collocation 'comprehensive review' to describe a thorough, all-inclusive evaluation of literature, research, or data.
entertainment C1

defy expectations

Learn how to use 'defy expectations' to describe books, films, or creative artists that perform much better or differently than anyone had anticipated.
food-cooking C1

discerning palate

Learn the meaning of 'discerning palate' and how to use it to describe someone with refined, sophisticated taste in food and drink.