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20 expression(s)

daily-life C1

belie the truth

Learn how to use 'belie the truth' to describe situations where someone's appearance, behavior, or statements contradict reality.
daily-life C1

bequeath a fortune

Learn how to use the formal legal and literary English phrase 'bequeath a fortune' to describe passing down wealth to heirs in daily life contexts.
daily-life C1

beseech someone for help

Learn how to use the formal expression 'beseech someone for help' in English. Discover its meaning, pronunciation, and see natural 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

bias the results

Discover how to use 'bias the results' to describe influencing an outcome, survey, or study in an unfair, subjective, or systematic way.
daily-life C1

bid farewell

Discover how to use the formal English expression 'bid farewell' correctly. Learn its meaning, pronunciation, common mistakes, and practice with realistic examples.
daily-life C1

bind by a contract

Learn how to use the formal expression 'bind by a contract' to describe legal obligations and agreements in daily life and professional settings.
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.
travel B2

border control officer

Understand the role of a border control officer, learn how to interact with them professionally, and practice using this formal travel term in context.
relationships B2

bosom friend

Learn the meaning of 'bosom friend,' a literary expression for an exceptionally close and trusted companion, with natural examples and practice exercises.
daily-life C1

bound by duty

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

breach a contract

Learn the formal expression 'breach a contract' to describe breaking a legal agreement, with examples and common mistakes.
daily-life C1

break the deadlock

Learn how to use the phrase 'break the deadlock' to describe resolving a stubborn disagreement, overcoming an impasse, or reaching a compromise in difficult situations.
daily-life C1

buffeted by the wind

Learn how to use the formal expression "buffeted by the wind" to describe being repeatedly struck or shaken by strong, violent gusts of air.
daily-life C1

build a consensus

Learn how to use the formal English phrase "build a consensus" to describe the process of bringing a group of people to a mutual agreement.
daily-life B1

by means of

Understand how to describe the method or tool used to achieve something with 'by means of'.
business B2

by mutual agreement

Discover how to use the formal business phrase 'by mutual agreement' to describe decisions made and agreed upon by all parties involved.
academic C1

by virtue of

Master the academic transition 'by virtue of' to explain causes and reasons. Find clear definitions, natural examples, and common mistakes.
daily-life B2

carry out research

Learn how to use the formal collocation 'carry out research' correctly in English with examples, pronunciation, and practice exercises.
academic B2

case in point

Learn how to use 'case in point' to provide perfect examples in your English essays, presentations, and discussions.