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20 expression(s)

entertainment B2

take center stage

Learn how to use 'take center stage' in English. Discover its meaning, pronunciation, real-life examples, and common mistakes to avoid.
relationships C1

throw someone under the bus

Discover the meaning of the common casual idiom 'throw someone under the bus' and see how it's used when someone is betrayed.
slang A2

thumbs down

Discover the meaning of 'thumbs down' and how to use this expression of disapproval in daily conversations. Includes natural examples and tips.
business C1

tide the company over

Learn how to use 'tide the company over' to describe helping a business survive a temporary period of financial difficulty.
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travel C1

travel in style

Learn the meaning of 'travel in style' with natural examples. Discover how to use this luxury travel expression in casual English conversations with friends.
entertainment C1

tread the boards

Discover the theatrical idiom 'tread the boards' and how it is used to describe performing as an actor on stage.
daily-life B1

under the table

Understand the meaning of 'under the table' in English. Learn how to use this phrase to describe secret, unofficial, or illegal transactions.
slang B1

vibe killer

Learn the meaning of 'vibe killer,' a popular English slang term for someone or something that ruins a fun, relaxed mood. See natural everyday examples and usage.
relationships B2

walk down the aisle

Discover what 'walk down the aisle' means, how it is used to talk about marriage, and explore natural English examples and common mistakes.
daily-life A2

walk in the park

Discover the dual meanings of 'walk in the park'—both the literal relaxing stroll and the idiom meaning something is very easy.
entertainment B2

wardrobe malfunction

What is a 'wardrobe malfunction'? Learn the meaning, origin, and how to use this common expression for clothing mishaps.
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entertainment C1

watercooler show

Discover what a 'watercooler show' is and how to use this term to describe highly popular TV shows that everyone talks about at work or on social media.
travel C1

weary traveler

Discover the meaning of the C1 literary expression 'weary traveler' and learn how to use it to describe tired and exhausted tourists.
relationships B2

add fuel to the fire

Learn how to use the idiom 'add fuel to the fire' to describe making difficult situations or arguments worse.
relationships B2

air dirty laundry

Learn the meaning of the idiom 'air dirty laundry' and discover how to use it to describe sharing private, personal relationship issues in public.
daily-life B2

alive and kicking

Find out what the idiom 'alive and kicking' means. Learn how to use it in daily conversations to show that someone or something is still active and healthy.
relationships B2

all talk

Discover what 'all talk' means in relationships and everyday life. Learn how to describe someone who makes promises but doesn't follow through.
business C1

at the eleventh hour

Master the business idiom 'at the eleventh hour'. Discover how to use it to describe decisions or actions taken at the very last possible moment.
travel C1

back of beyond

Discover the meaning of 'back of beyond' and learn how to use this British-origin English idiom to describe extremely remote, isolated places on your travels.
entertainment B2

bask in the spotlight

Discover the meaning of 'bask in the spotlight' and how to use this B2 English expression to describe someone enjoying public attention and admiration.