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relationships B1

have a word with

Learn the meaning of 'have a word with' in English, with natural examples, pronunciation, and common mistakes to avoid.
daily-life B1

have a word

Learn how to use the common English idiom 'have a word' to request or describe a short, private conversation. Discover natural examples, pronunciation, and practice.
food-cooking B2

have bigger fish to fry

Find out how to use the idiom 'have bigger fish to fry' to explain that you have much more important or urgent matters to attend to than the current minor issue.
relationships B2

have my way

Learn the meaning of the common English expression 'have my way,' how to use it naturally in relationships, and study realistic everyday conversational examples.
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daily-life B2

hold back

Learn how to use 'hold back' to describe restraining emotions, delaying progress, or keeping secrets in daily English conversation.
travel A2

how do I get to

Learn how to use the essential travel phrase 'how do I get to' to ask for directions to any location easily.
daily-life A2

i don't mind

Learn how to use 'I don't mind' in English to show you are happy with any option or that something does not bother you. Perfect for daily conversations.
relationships B2

iron out differences

Learn how to use the expression 'iron out differences' to describe resolving conflicts, settling disagreements, and reaching agreements in relationships.
travel A2

is it far

Master the simple travel phrase 'is it far' to ask about distances when walking or traveling to a destination.
business B2

keep a close eye on

Learn how to use 'keep a close eye on' in business contexts. Discover how to naturally talk about monitoring projects, budgets, and competitor activities.
daily-life B1

keep an eye on things

Discover how to use the common English phrase 'keep an eye on things' to talk about monitoring or watching over situations.
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travel A2

keep going

Master the common English phrase 'keep going' to give directions or encourage someone. Learn how to use it naturally in everyday travel and conversations.
daily-life C1

keep under wraps

Discover the meaning of the idiom 'keep under wraps' with natural examples, common learner mistakes, and practice exercises to improve your casual English.
relationships B2

keep your distance

Learn the meaning of 'keep your distance' and how to use it to describe staying away from someone or something for safety or personal reasons.
entertainment B1

laugh-out-loud funny

Discover how to use 'laugh-out-loud funny' to describe something that is absolutely hilarious and makes you laugh out loud.
relationships C1

lead someone up the garden path

Discover how to use 'lead someone up the garden path' to describe deceiving or misleading someone by giving them false hope or information.
relationships A2

leave someone alone

Understand how to use the phrase 'leave someone alone' in English. Learn the correct prepositions, see everyday examples, and test your skills.
travel B2

local flavor

Learn how to use the expression 'local flavor' to describe the unique culture, food, and atmosphere of a place you are visiting.
relationships B2

look forward to seeing

Master the common phrase 'look forward to seeing' in English. Learn the correct grammar, natural usage, and pronunciation.
daily-life B1

look on the bright side

Discover the meaning and usage of 'look on the bright side' in English. Find natural everyday examples, common mistakes, and interactive exercises here.