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18 expression(s)

academic C1

cognitive bias

Learn the meaning of 'cognitive bias,' how it affects decision-making, and how to use this academic term correctly in essays, research, and critical discussions.
slang B2

coping mechanism

Learn the meaning of 'coping mechanism,' how it transitioned from psychology to everyday slang, and how to use it to describe stress management.
relationships C1

disclose emotions freely

Learn the formal expression 'disclose emotions freely', meaning to openly share your feelings. Read natural examples and practice.
slang B2

doom spending

Learn about 'doom spending,' a modern term for purchasing luxury or non-essential items to cope with economic anxiety.
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slang C1

fear of other people's opinions

Understand the meaning of 'fear of other people's opinions' (FOPO), how this modern psychological slang affects us, and how to use it in conversation.
relationships C1

feign indifference

Learn the formal phrase 'feign indifference' to describe pretending not to care when you actually do.
academic B2

group dynamics

Learn what group dynamics means, how it affects teamwork in academic and professional settings, and how to use it in natural English sentences.
academic B2

peer pressure

Master the academic term 'peer pressure' to describe social influence, conformity, and how group dynamics affect student behavior and performance in school systems.
slang C1

phantom vibration syndrome

What is phantom vibration syndrome? Understand this modern psychological phenomenon where you think your phone is vibrating, and learn how to use it.
slang B2

love bombing

Learn about 'love bombing', a manipulative relationship tactic involving excessive affection, gifts, and attention early on to gain control over someone.
relationships C1

out of sight, out of mind

Discover the meaning of 'out of sight, out of mind' and how it applies to relationships, habits, and forgetting things.
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slang C1

parasocial interaction

Discover what 'parasocial interaction' means and how it describes our modern online relationships with creators and celebrities.
slang B2

parasocial relationship

Learn the meaning of 'parasocial relationship,' a term used to describe one-sided bonds with celebrities, influencers, or media figures.
slang C1

social proof

Understand 'social proof,' a psychological concept and modern slang term for relying on the actions and validation of others to make decisions in digital spaces.
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.
slang C1

weaponized incompetence

Learn what 'weaponized incompetence' means, how to identify it in daily life, and how to use this popular modern slang term correctly.
daily-life C1

disproportionate reaction

Master the formal phrase 'disproportionate reaction' to describe when someone's response is far too extreme or intense for the situation. Learn how to use it.
travel B2

culture shock

Understand 'culture shock' and learn how to describe the feeling of disorientation when visiting a new country.