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daily-life C1

thin end of the wedge

Master the C1 idiom 'thin end of the wedge' to describe small actions that could lead to major, unwanted changes.
daily-life C1

tip of the iceberg

Discover how to use the common C1 idiom 'tip of the iceberg' to describe problems that are much larger than they appear.
daily-life C1

virtuous circle

Learn the meaning of 'virtuous circle' and how to use this C1 English expression to describe positive feedback loops in daily life.
travel C1

whirlwind tour

Learn the meaning of 'whirlwind tour' in English. Discover how to describe fast-paced, busy trips and itineraries.
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daily-life C1

at the end of my tether

Discover the meaning of the British idiom 'at the end of my tether'. Learn how to express extreme frustration and exhaustion with natural, real-life examples.
daily-life C1

bark up the wrong tree

Learn how to use the idiom 'bark up the wrong tree' in conversational English. Understand its meaning, find natural examples, and avoid common learner mistakes.
travel C1

indulge in the local culture

Learn how to use 'indulge in the local culture' to describe deeply experiencing the food, traditions, and lifestyle of a place you visit.
travel C1

quench your wanderlust

Master the expressive C1 phrase 'quench your wanderlust' to describe satisfying your strong desire to travel.
entertainment C1

strike a chord

Learn the meaning of 'strike a chord', how to use it to describe emotional resonance, and see natural examples.
travel C1

unspoilt countryside

Understand the C1 collocation 'unspoilt countryside' to describe beautiful, untouched natural landscapes.
daily-life C1

weather the storm

Discover how to use 'weather the storm' to describe surviving difficult times, crises, or challenges.
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food-cooking C1

whet your appetite

Learn how to use the C1 idiom "whet your appetite" in English. Understand its spelling, meaning, and figurative usage in daily life.
business C1

ballpark figure

Discover how to use the C1 business idiom 'ballpark figure' to discuss rough estimates and approximate numbers in professional conversations.
relationships C1

be at loggerheads

Master the advanced English idiom 'be at loggerheads' to accurately describe strong, unresolved disagreements and conflicts between people or groups.
business C1

hit the ground running

Learn the advanced idiom 'hit the ground running' to describe starting a new job, project, or task with immediate energy and success.
entertainment C1

in the limelight

Learn the meaning of 'in the limelight', how to use it in daily English, and see natural examples of this C1 entertainment idiom.
daily-life C1

keep something at bay

Discover how to use "keep something at bay" to describe preventing problems or unwanted things from getting too close or causing harm.
daily-life C1

leave no stone unturned

Learn how to use "leave no stone unturned" to describe a thorough, exhaustive search or investigation in professional and formal contexts.
travel C1

off the beaten path

Master the advanced travel idiom 'off the beaten path' in English. Learn how to describe quiet, unique, and unexplored destinations with natural examples and tips.
travel B2

off the beaten track

Discover the meaning of the idiom 'off the beaten track', see how to use it to describe remote travel destinations, and learn related expressions.