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entertainment B2

keep in suspense

Discover the meaning of 'keep in suspense' and learn how to use it to describe thrilling stories, movies, and exciting news.
entertainment B2

keep someone guessing

Learn how to use 'keep someone guessing' to describe suspenseful plots, unpredictable characters, and mysterious storylines.
relationships C1

keep tabs on

Master the casual idiom 'keep tabs on' to describe monitoring or watching someone closely. Perfect for natural English conversations and relationship dynamics.
daily-life C1

keep under wraps

Discover the meaning of the idiom 'keep under wraps' with natural examples, common learner mistakes, and practice exercises to improve your casual English.
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relationships B2

keep your distance

Learn the meaning of 'keep your distance' and how to use it to describe staying away from someone or something for safety or personal reasons.
travel C1

keep your eyes peeled

Learn the meaning of the casual travel idiom 'keep your eyes peeled' with natural examples, pronunciation, common mistakes, and interactive practice.
relationships B2

kiss and tell

What does 'kiss and tell' mean? Learn how to use this casual relationship idiom to describe sharing private romantic details.
relationships C1

lead someone up the garden path

Discover how to use 'lead someone up the garden path' to describe deceiving or misleading someone by giving them false hope or information.
relationships C1

leave a bad taste in one's mouth

Understand the idiom 'leave a bad taste in one's mouth' and how to describe lingering negative feelings after an interaction.
relationships C1

let sleeping dogs lie

Learn the meaning and usage of the C1 idiom 'let sleeping dogs lie' to describe avoiding old conflicts.
business C1

level playing field

Discover the meaning of 'level playing field' in business, see natural examples, and learn how to use this idiom correctly in professional contexts.
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entertainment B2

level the playing field

Learn how to use the idiom 'level the playing field' to describe making a competition or situation fair for everyone involved.
business C1

light at the end of the tunnel

Learn how to use the idiom 'light at the end of the tunnel' in professional English to talk about hope after a long, difficult project or period.
entertainment B2

live up to expectations

Learn how to use 'live up to expectations' to describe whether a movie, show, book, or performance was actually as good as people hoped it would be.
daily-life B1

look on the bright side

Discover the meaning and usage of 'look on the bright side' in English. Find natural everyday examples, common mistakes, and interactive exercises here.
travel B2

lose one's way

Learn how to use the formal English expression 'lose one's way' to describe getting lost or losing direction in travel and life.
travel C1

lose your bearings

Master the travel expression 'lose your bearings'. Learn how to describe getting lost or disoriented with natural examples and practice.
entertainment B1

lose your voice

Master the common expression 'lose your voice' to describe being unable to speak clearly after shouting, singing, or catching a cold. Great for daily English.
relationships B2

love at first sight

Learn the meaning of 'love at first sight', see natural examples, avoid common mistakes, and practice using this romantic English idiom.
daily-life A2

make a mess

Master the common English phrase 'make a mess' to talk about untidiness, dirty spaces, or complicated situations.