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20 expression(s)

daily-life C1

fall short of

Learn how to use the formal expression 'fall short of' to describe missing expectations or goals. Includes natural C1-level examples, tips, and practice exercises.
relationships B1

feel left out

Learn the meaning of the common English expression 'feel left out' and how to use it to describe feelings of exclusion or loneliness in social situations.
daily-life C1

feel the pinch

Understand the idiom 'feel the pinch' and learn how to use it to describe financial hardship in everyday English.
entertainment C1

fifteen minutes of fame

Learn the origin and usage of 'fifteen minutes of fame' to describe short-lived media attention.
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business B2

fill the gap

Discover the business idiom 'fill the gap' and how to use it to describe addressing a shortage or market need.
business C1

flog a dead horse

Learn how to use the idiom 'flog a dead horse' in professional settings to describe wasting time and energy on a failed business project or lost cause.
food-cooking B2

food coma

Understand what a 'food coma' is and how to use this popular slang term to describe post-meal drowsiness.
business B2

gain an edge

Learn how to use the business expression 'gain an edge' to describe getting a competitive advantage in your career or market.
entertainment C1

generate substantial buzz

Learn how to use 'generate substantial buzz' to describe movies, shows, or events that get everyone talking.
entertainment B1

get a front-row seat

Learn the meaning and usage of 'get a front-row seat' in English. Discover natural conversational examples, common errors, and interactive practice tests.
entertainment B2

get a standing ovation

Learn how to use 'get a standing ovation' to describe a live performance so spectacular and moving that the entire audience stands up to applaud.
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relationships C1

get a word in edgewise

Find out what 'get a word in edgewise' means and how to use it in casual English. Improve your speaking skills with real examples and practice.
daily-life B2

get carried away

Understand the idiom 'get carried away' in English. This guide explains its meaning with natural examples, typical learner mistakes, and practice questions.
relationships B2

get off on the wrong foot

Understand the common English idiom 'get off on the wrong foot' to describe starting a relationship, project, or interaction with a bad first impression.
daily-life B1

get the hang of

Learn how to use the casual English idiom 'get the hang of' correctly. Understand its meaning, see real-life examples, and practice with fun exercises.
travel C1

get your bearings

Find out how to use 'get your bearings' to describe orienting yourself, finding your way around a new city, or adjusting to a new travel destination.
business B2

give and take

Discover how 'give and take' is used in business negotiations to describe compromise and mutual concessions.
relationships C1

give someone the cold shoulder

Learn how to use 'give someone the cold shoulder' to describe intentionally ignoring or being unfriendly to someone in social situations.
food-cooking B1

go bad

Understand the common English idiom 'go bad' used to describe spoiled food. Learn how to use it naturally in daily conversations with our examples and practice.
relationships C1

go behind someone's back

Learn how to use 'go behind someone's back' to describe acting secretly without someone's permission or knowledge, especially in personal or professional relationships.