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relationships B2

love at first sight

Learn the meaning of 'love at first sight', see natural examples, avoid common mistakes, and practice using this romantic English idiom.
relationships B1

make a good impression

Discover how to use "make a good impression" correctly. Learn natural English examples, common grammar mistakes, pronunciation, and interactive exercises.
relationships B2

make a move

Learn how to use the casual English phrase 'make a move' in romantic contexts, complete with natural examples and common mistakes.
daily-life B2

may as well

Discover how to use the English phrase 'may as well' in daily life to suggest actions when there are no better alternatives. Includes examples and practice.
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food-cooking B2

not my cup of tea

Discover how to politely decline invitations or express that you do not enjoy a specific activity using the common and casual idiom 'not my cup of tea'.
relationships B1

open up to

Master the phrasal verb 'open up to' in English. Understand how to use it to talk about sharing feelings and building trust.
daily-life C1

pass the buck

Learn what 'pass the buck' means, how to use this common English idiom in daily conversations, and avoid common mistakes.
daily-life B1

pay a visit

Learn how to use the common English expression 'pay a visit' in daily conversations. Explore natural examples, pronunciation, and practice exercises to improve your speaking.
food-cooking B2

polish off

Learn how to use the casual phrasal verb 'polish off' to describe quickly and completely finishing up food, drinks, or tasks in everyday English conversations.
food-cooking B2

put all your eggs in one basket

Discover the meaning of 'put all your eggs in one basket' and learn how to use this common English idiom about risk management in your daily conversations.
relationships B2

put someone down

Discover the meaning of 'put someone down,' a common phrasal verb used when someone criticizes or insults another person to make them feel small.
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daily-life C1

reek of

Discover how to use the casual English expression 'reek of' to describe strong, unpleasant physical smells or situations that seem highly suspicious.
business B2

rock the boat

Learn the meaning of the business idiom 'rock the boat', see natural examples, avoid common mistakes, and practice using it correctly.
relationships B2

rub someone the wrong way

Discover what it means to 'rub someone the wrong way' and how to use this common idiom about mild annoyance in everyday English.
relationships B2

run hot and cold

What does it mean when someone runs hot and cold? Learn how to describe mixed signals and emotional inconsistency in English.
daily-life A2

run late

Learn how to use the common English phrase 'run late' when you are behind schedule. Discover natural examples, typical learner mistakes, and practice exercises.
food-cooking C1

scrumptious meal

Learn how to use 'scrumptious meal' to casually describe an exceptionally delicious and satisfying dinner or lunch.
entertainment B1

search for music

Learn how to use 'search for music' in English to describe looking for new songs, artists, or playlists online.
business B2

see the big picture

Learn how to use 'see the big picture' in English. Understand the meaning, see real-life examples, and practice using this common business idiom.
food-cooking B2

sell like hotcakes

Master the popular English idiom 'sell like hotcakes' to describe products, tickets, or items that are bought very quickly and in large quantities by customers.