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20 expression(s)

travel C1

make tracks

Discover the meaning of the casual travel idiom 'make tracks' and how to use it when you need to leave somewhere in a hurry.
food-cooking B1

messy eater

Discover what a 'messy eater' is in English. Learn how to describe someone who drops food or makes a mess while eating, with natural examples.
travel C1

off-the-cuff trip

Learn the idiomatic travel expression 'off-the-cuff trip'. Discover how to describe spontaneous, unplanned journeys in casual English.
business B2

off the top of your head

Learn how to use 'off the top of your head' in business and casual conversations to give quick estimates without checking facts.
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relationships B2

on the same wavelength

Understand what it means to be 'on the same wavelength' with someone in casual and relationship contexts.
slang B1

photo dump

Learn what a 'photo dump' is and how to use this popular social media slang term to describe posting multiple casual and unedited pictures all at once.
entertainment A2

play cards

Discover how to use the English phrase 'play cards' in daily life. This guide offers natural examples, common errors to avoid, and helpful practice.
relationships C1

play second fiddle

Learn the meaning of the casual idiom "play second fiddle" and how to use it when talking about taking a subordinate or less important role.
relationships B2

play third wheel

Learn what it means to 'play third wheel' in social settings, with natural examples and practical usage tips.
food-cooking B2

polish off

Learn how to use the casual phrasal verb 'polish off' to describe quickly and completely finishing up food, drinks, or tasks in everyday English conversations.
entertainment A2

post a photo

Learn how to use the common social media phrase 'post a photo' in English with examples, common mistakes, and practice exercises.
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business B2

pull strings

Learn how the casual business idiom 'pull strings' is used to describe using secret influence or connections.
entertainment B2

rage quit

Learn the exact meaning of 'rage quit', a popular gaming term used when someone quits an activity in anger, and see how to use it in casual English conversations.
entertainment B2

rain on someone's parade

Learn how to use the idiom 'rain on someone's parade' to describe spoiling someone's plans or excitement.
travel B1

restaurant leftovers

Learn how to talk about restaurant leftovers—the extra food you take home from a dining experience.
entertainment B1

roll the dice

Understand the idiom 'roll the dice' and how to use it for taking risks or playing games.
daily-life B2

run down

Learn how to use 'run down' to describe feeling exhausted, tired, or slightly unwell from overwork in daily English conversation.
relationships A2

run into someone

Learn the meaning of 'run into someone' in English. Discover how to use this common phrasal verb to describe meeting someone by chance.
daily-life B1

run off

Discover how to use the phrasal verb 'run off' to describe leaving suddenly or rushing away in casual English.
daily-life B2

rush in

Master the phrasal verb 'rush in' to describe entering quickly or making hasty decisions in everyday English.