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20 expression(s)

relationships B1

run out of things to say

Learn the casual phrase 'run out of things to say' and how to describe awkward silences or finished conversations.
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.
daily-life B2

save face

Learn the meaning of 'save face' and how to use this idiom to describe actions taken to avoid embarrassment, humiliation, or losing respect in public.
business B2

see the big picture

Learn how to use 'see the big picture' in English. Understand the meaning, see real-life examples, and practice using this common business idiom.
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food-cooking B2

sell like hotcakes

Master the popular English idiom 'sell like hotcakes' to describe products, tickets, or items that are bought very quickly and in large quantities by customers.
relationships B2

send mixed signals

Learn what 'send mixed signals' means and how to use it in English conversations about dating and relationships.
entertainment C1

serve as a cautionary tale

Understand how to use 'serve as a cautionary tale' to describe a movie, book, or real-life event that warns others about potential dangers or mistakes.
relationships C1

set the record straight

Learn how to use 'set the record straight' to correct a mistake or misunderstanding. Discover natural examples, typical errors, and practice exercises.
relationships C1

skirt around the topic

Learn how to use 'skirt around the topic' to describe avoiding direct conversations or sensitive issues.
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.
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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.
business B1

sort out the details

Learn what 'sort out the details' means in business English. Discover how to use this common phrase in meetings, emails, and daily work conversations.
food-cooking B2

sour grapes

Discover the meaning of the idiom 'sour grapes' and learn how to use it to describe someone who disparages something they secretly want but cannot obtain.
daily-life C1

speak volumes

Learn how to use the idiom 'speak volumes' to describe actions or situations that convey a powerful message without words.
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.
entertainment B2

stage a triumphant return

Learn the idiom 'stage a triumphant return' to describe a highly successful comeback in sports, music, or theater.
daily-life B2

stand a chance

Learn how to use the idiom 'stand a chance' to talk about the likelihood of success or survival in competitive situations.
entertainment B1

stand in line

Discover how to use the common English phrase 'stand in line' correctly. Find natural examples, common mistakes, and interactive practice exercises.
entertainment C1

stand the test of time

Master the expression 'stand the test of time' to describe classic movies, music, and books that remain highly popular and relevant for decades to come.