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20 expression(s)

business C1

ballpark figure

Discover how to use the C1 business idiom 'ballpark figure' to discuss rough estimates and approximate numbers in professional conversations.
relationships C1

be at loggerheads

Master the advanced English idiom 'be at loggerheads' to accurately describe strong, unresolved disagreements and conflicts between people or groups.
relationships B1

be there for someone

Learn how to use the phrase 'be there for someone' to show support and reliability in relationships.
daily-life C1

beat around the bush

Understand the English idiom 'beat around the bush' and learn how to tell someone to stop avoiding the main topic and get straight to the point in conversation.
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daily-life B2

behind the scenes

Understand the meaning of 'behind the scenes' and how to describe unseen work, preparation, or planning.
relationships C1

birds of a feather flock together

Understand the proverb 'birds of a feather flock together' and see how it describes people with similar interests staying together.
daily-life B2

bite the bullet

Master the common idiom 'bite the bullet' with natural example sentences, clear explanations, and interactive exercises to boost your English fluency.
daily-life C1

blessing in disguise

Learn the meaning of 'blessing in disguise' to describe bad situations that ultimately lead to positive outcomes. Real examples and practice inside.
business C1

bottom line

Master the expression 'bottom line' to talk about financial results or the most crucial point in a business discussion.
entertainment B1

box office hit

Master the expression 'box office hit', discover how to use it to describe successful movies, and avoid common learner mistakes.
entertainment B2

break a leg

Learn why English speakers say 'break a leg' to wish someone good luck. Master this popular idiom for theater, performances, and presentations with real examples.
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daily-life B2

break the ice

Discover how to use the popular idiom 'break the ice' in social situations with realistic examples, common mistakes, and interactive practice to improve.
relationships C1

breathe down someone's neck

Learn the meaning of 'breathe down someone's neck' and how to use this common English idiom to describe close, annoying supervision or pressure in daily conversations.
academic B2

breeze through

Discover the casual expression 'breeze through' to describe passing an exam or completing a task with ease. Master its usage with native examples and tips.
relationships B2

build bridges

Learn how to use the formal idiom 'build bridges' to describe connecting people, resolving conflicts, and improving relationships in professional and personal life.
daily-life C1

burn bridges

Master the English idiom 'burn bridges' with this guide. Learn its meaning, see natural conversation examples, avoid common mistakes, and practice using it correctly.
daily-life B2

burn the midnight oil

Understand the idiom 'burn the midnight oil,' see how to use it in daily life, and learn common mistakes.
daily-life B2

by leaps and bounds

Discover how to use the idiom 'by leaps and bounds' to describe rapid progress and incredible growth in your daily English conversations and professional life.
business B2

by the book

Master the expression 'by the book' to describe following rules, regulations, or procedures exactly as written in professional contexts.
daily-life B1

call it a day

Discover how to use 'call it a day' to say you are stopping work or an activity. Learn correct usage, pronunciation, and examples.