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20 expression(s)

food-cooking B2

rustle up

Discover how to use 'rustle up' to describe quickly making a meal out of whatever ingredients you have available.
daily-life B2

safe bet

Discover the meaning of 'safe bet' and how to use this casual idiom to describe a secure option or highly likely outcome.
food-cooking C1

scrumptious meal

Learn how to use 'scrumptious meal' to casually describe an exceptionally delicious and satisfying dinner or lunch.
slang B1

shut up

Learn how 'shut up' is used as a friendly slang exclamation of disbelief or shock in casual English conversations.
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slang B1

simp for

Learn the casual internet slang 'simp for', meaning to show excessive attention or submissiveness to someone you like.
daily-life B2

sit around

Discover the meaning of 'sit around'. Learn how to use this casual phrasal verb to describe wasting time, being inactive, or relaxing doing nothing.
business C1

smell a rat

Understand the casual business idiom 'smell a rat'. Discover its meaning, see natural conversational examples, and practice using it.
business B2

smooth sailing

Discover how to use the idiom 'smooth sailing' in casual business conversations to describe projects or tasks that go without any trouble.
travel B2

soak up the sun

Learn how to use the phrase 'soak up the sun' to talk about relaxing outdoors, enjoying warm weather, and getting some beautiful sunshine on your next vacation.
travel B2

souvenir hunting

Learn how to use the term 'souvenir hunting' to describe the fun, casual search for unique local gifts and mementos to bring back home from your travels.
relationships B2

stab someone in the back

Learn how to use the idiom 'stab someone in the back' to describe betrayal and broken trust in English conversations.
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relationships B2

string someone along

Learn the meaning of 'string someone along' to describe keeping someone in suspense or giving them false hope in a relationship.
entertainment B1

tag a friend

Learn how to use 'tag a friend' in English. This guide explains its meaning, correct usage, pronunciation, and common mistakes.
business B2

talk shop

Learn the meaning of the casual business idiom 'talk shop' and how to use it when people discuss work during their free time.
entertainment B2

tear-jerker

Discover what 'tear-jerker' means and how to use this casual term to describe sad, emotional movies, books, or songs.
relationships B1

tell someone off

Learn how to use the phrasal verb 'tell someone off' in casual English to describe speaking angrily to someone because they have done something wrong.
business B2

think it over

Learn how to use the casual phrasal verb 'think it over' to politely ask for time before making a decision.
entertainment B2

throw a curveball

Learn the meaning of 'throw a curveball,' how to use it in casual conversations, and see natural English examples.
food-cooking C1

to die for

Learn how to use the casual, hyperbolic idiom 'to die for' to describe food, drinks, or experiences that are absolutely outstanding and delicious.
relationships B1

trust your gut

Discover what 'trust your gut' means and how to use this common casual expression about intuition in relationships and life.