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20 expression(s)

relationships B1

lose one's temper

Learn the meaning of 'lose one's temper' and how to describe someone getting very angry.
travel C1

lost in translation

Learn the meaning of the idiom 'lost in translation' and see how to use it to describe cultural and linguistic misunderstandings during travel or work.
relationships B2

love-hate relationship

Understand what a 'love-hate relationship' is and how to use this common English expression for complex, mixed feelings.
business B2

make a deal

Learn how to use the common business English phrase 'make a deal' to describe reaching a mutual agreement or final transaction in professional and everyday settings.
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entertainment B2

make a splash

Learn how to use the idiom 'make a splash' to describe someone or something making a big, successful impact in entertainment or public life.
daily-life B1

make yourself at home

Learn how to use 'make yourself at home' to warmly welcome guests, make them feel comfortable in your house, and sound natural in daily conversations.
relationships B2

match made in heaven

Master the idiom 'match made in heaven' to describe perfect combinations, couples, or partnerships in English.
relationships B2

mend a relationship

Learn the meaning of 'mend a relationship' and discover how to use this natural phrase to describe repairing, healing, and restoring broken bonds.
business C1

muddle through the crisis

Discover how to use the casual business phrase 'muddle through the crisis' to describe surviving a difficult situation without a clear plan.
entertainment B2

nail-biting finish

Discover the meaning of 'nail-biting finish' and how to use it to describe tense, exciting endings in sports, movies, and games.
daily-life C1

not sleep a wink

Find out what "not sleep a wink" means in English. Learn how to use this common idiom to talk about sleepless nights with real examples.
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business B2

off the cuff

Understand the meaning of 'off the cuff' and how to use it when talking about speaking or acting without preparation.
travel B1

on the road

Discover the meaning of 'on the road,' a common idiom used to describe traveling, road trips, or being away from home.
relationships B2

on the rebound

Discover the meaning of the relationship idiom 'on the rebound' and learn how to use it to describe someone who starts dating quickly after a painful breakup.
business B2

on the spot

Learn how to use the common idiom 'on the spot' to describe being put in a difficult position or forced to make an immediate decision.
slang B2

out of pocket

Learn the modern slang meaning of 'out of pocket,' used to describe wild, inappropriate, or unhinged behavior.
travel B1

pack heavy

Learn the casual travel phrase 'pack heavy' in English. Master its meaning, see natural examples, and practice using it in your daily English.
business C1

paper over the cracks

Learn the business idiom 'paper over the cracks' to describe hiding deep-seated problems with temporary, superficial solutions.
entertainment B1

pass the ball

Understand how to use the sports phrase 'pass the ball' in games like soccer or basketball, and in figurative team contexts.
food-cooking B2

pig out

Master the casual English phrasal verb 'pig out' to describe eating a large amount of food in a greedy or enthusiastic way.