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20 expression(s)

relationships B2

make a move

Learn how to use the casual English phrase 'make a move' in romantic contexts, complete with natural examples and common mistakes.
daily-life B2

make a point of

Learn the meaning of 'make a point of' in English. Improve your conversational vocabulary with natural examples, common mistakes, and interactive exercises.
relationships B2

make a scene

Find out what 'make a scene' means, how to use it in daily English conversations, and practice with real-life examples.
relationships B2

make amends

Understand the meaning of 'make amends' and how to use it when talking about apologizing and correcting past mistakes in relationships.
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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.
relationships C1

mend fences

Discover how to use the idiom "mend fences" to describe repairing damaged relationships, resolving disagreements, and restoring peace with others.
travel B1

miss the bus

Learn how to use 'miss the bus' in both its literal travel sense and its common figurative meaning.
daily-life C1

needle in a haystack

Master the idiom 'needle in a haystack' to describe something that is extremely difficult or virtually impossible to find.
food-cooking B2

not my cup of tea

Discover how to politely decline invitations or express that you do not enjoy a specific activity using the common and casual idiom 'not my cup of tea'.
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

on a shoestring budget

Learn how to use the business phrase "on a shoestring budget" to describe running a project or startup with very little money. See natural examples.
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food-cooking B1

on an empty stomach

Discover how to use the phrase 'on an empty stomach' in English to describe doing activities, especially drinking or taking medicine, without eating first.
relationships B2

on speaking terms

Discover the meaning of 'on speaking terms', how it describes relationship dynamics, and how to use it correctly.
relationships B2

on the same wavelength

Understand what it means to be 'on the same wavelength' with someone in casual and relationship contexts.
business B2

on the verge of

Learn how to use 'on the verge of' in business contexts to describe something that is about to happen very soon.
relationships B1

open your heart

Learn the meaning of 'open your heart' and how to use this expression to describe sharing your deepest feelings and showing vulnerability in relationships.
entertainment B2

own the stage

Learn how to use 'own the stage' to describe a highly confident and commanding performance. Elevate your English with this natural entertainment idiom.
travel C1

paint the town red

Learn how to use the casual travel idiom 'paint the town red'. Discover its meaning, pronunciation, common mistakes, and interactive exercises.
daily-life C1

pass the buck

Learn what 'pass the buck' means, how to use this common English idiom in daily conversations, and avoid common mistakes.
daily-life B1

pay a visit

Learn how to use the common English expression 'pay a visit' in daily conversations. Explore natural examples, pronunciation, and practice exercises to improve your speaking.