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20 expression(s)

daily-life B2

an acquired taste

Discover the meaning of 'an acquired taste' and learn how to use this common English expression to describe foods, music, or hobbies that you grow to like over time.
daily-life B2

at a loss for words

Learn how to use the idiom 'at a loss for words' to describe being completely speechless. Includes natural examples, pronunciation, and practice tips.
daily-life C1

at the crossroads

Understand the English idiom 'at the crossroads.' Learn how to describe major life decisions with natural examples, pronunciation, and useful practice.
daily-life C1

at the end of the day

Discover how to use the popular English idiom "at the end of the day" to summarize key facts, make final decisions, and sound like a native speaker.
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daily-life B2

back on your feet

Discover how to use 'back on your feet' to describe recovery from illness or financial trouble. Learn correct usage and pronunciation.
daily-life C1

bad blood

Discover the meaning of 'bad blood' in English. Learn how to describe long-standing anger or resentment between people with natural examples and tips.
relationships C1

be on the same wavelength

Understand how to use 'be on the same wavelength' to describe thinking alike, understanding each other perfectly, and having great natural chemistry.
daily-life B2

beside oneself

Learn how to use the English expression 'beside oneself' to describe being overcome with extreme emotion like worry, grief, or excitement.
daily-life B2

bite your tongue

Discover the meaning of 'bite your tongue' and how to use it when you need to stop yourself from saying something inappropriate.
daily-life B2

black sheep

Understand how to use the casual idiom 'black sheep' to describe someone who is different or disapproved of by their family.
daily-life B1

blow your nose

Learn the correct English phrase 'blow your nose' to describe clearing your nose with a tissue.
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daily-life C1

bone of contention

Understand the C1 idiom 'bone of contention' and learn how to use it to describe ongoing disagreements and arguments.
daily-life B2

bored to tears

Learn the common idiom 'bored to tears' to express extreme boredom in casual English conversations.
daily-life B2

bottle up emotions

Learn how to use the phrase 'bottle up emotions' in English to describe someone who hides their feelings inside instead of expressing them openly to others.
relationships B2

bottle up feelings

Learn the meaning of 'bottle up feelings' and how to use this common English expression to describe hiding your emotions instead of talking about them.
business B2

break even

Learn how to use the business term 'break even' to describe reaching a point where costs and revenues are equal.
business B2

bridge the gap

Learn how to use 'bridge the gap' to describe connecting two different groups, ideas, or situations.
daily-life C1

bring home the bacon

Learn the meaning of 'bring home the bacon', how to use it in daily conversations, and see natural example sentences.
business B2

burn out

Master the phrasal verb "burn out" in business English. Understand how to describe extreme exhaustion and stress in professional and everyday contexts.
daily-life B2

burn the candle at both ends

Understand the idiom 'burn the candle at both ends'. Learn how to express being exhausted from working too hard with examples.