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The beach extends beyond the horizon. extend extend from into over beyond for etc to continue for a particular distance or in a particular direction |
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An industrial zone extends along the river. extend to continue for a particular distance or in a particular direction |
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an area extending from the Baltic coast to the Alps extend to continue for a particular distance or in a particular direction |
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This licence does not extend beyond the end of May. extend extend over beyond etc to continue for a particular period of time |
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a festival that extends over a period of weeks extend to continue for a particular period of time |
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We're going to extend the first floor. extend to increase the size of a building or area, especially by adding extra parts onto it |
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a plan to extend the cemetery extend to increase the size of a building or area, especially by adding extra parts onto it |
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The company has recently extended its range of products. extend to make something include more things, areas, or subjects |
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The course has been extended to include the history of art. extend to make something include more things, areas, or subjects |
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an attempt to extend their influence in world affairs extend extend influence control to increase the power of something |
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I asked if I could extend my holiday. extend to increase the time that something lasts |
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Your bank might agree to extend the period of the loan. extend to increase the time that something lasts |
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They have agreed to extend the deadline for completion of the building work. extend extend a deadline (=give someone more time in which to do something) to increase the time that something lasts |
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You can extend the table by pulling out the middle section. extend to increase the length of something |
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He stood there, his arms extended towards the horrified villagers. extend to stretch out your arms or legs so that they are straight |
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Does this ladder extend? extend to become longer |
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May I extend my congratulations to the winners? extend extend something to someone to offer something such as a welcome, thanks, or sympathy to someone |
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We extend our apologies for the inconvenience caused. extend to offer something such as a welcome, thanks, or sympathy to someone |
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banks that extend loans to small businesses extend extend something to someone to agree to lend someone money or to give them credit |
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Suppliers do not always extend credit to new customers. extend to agree to lend someone money or to give them credit |
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This law extends to children under the age of 14 only. extend extend to to affect or include someone or something |
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There was a breakdown in communication. communication the process of giving information or of making emotions or ideas known to someone |
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One of the most powerful forms of nonverbal communication is body language. communication nonverbal communication (=without speaking) the process of giving information or of making emotions or ideas known to someone |
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a workshop to improve teachers' communication skills communication communication skills the process of giving information or of making emotions or ideas known to someone |
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She has no communication with her family. communication communication with the process of speaking or writing to someone to exchange information or ideas |
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The two groups are in regular communication. communication in communication the process of speaking or writing to someone to exchange information or ideas |
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satellite communications communication a system for sending information |
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a highly advanced radio communications system communication communications system network a system for sending information |
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Trade and industry require good communications. communication a transport system for taking people or goods from one place to another |
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We did not receive that communication. communication a message such as a letter, phone call, or email |
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an employment agency agency a business that provides a service for people or companies, especially by giving them information or making arrangements |
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an advertising agency agency a business that provides a service for people or companies, especially by giving them information or making arrangements |
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the official Chinese news agency agency a government department, or an organization connected with a government, that deals with a particular subject |
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the Central Intelligence Agency agency a government department, or an organization connected with a government, that deals with a particular subject |
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law enforcement agencies agency a government department, or an organization connected with a government, that deals with a particular subject |
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Some voluntary agencies help runaway children. agency an organization that deals with social problems |
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a person who has bought property through the agency of a solicitor agency by through the agency of used for saying that a person or thing makes something happen |
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The emotional and physical strain of the previous day had left him exhausted. physical relating to your body rather than your mind |
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Depressed people often complain of physical symptoms such as headaches. physical relating to your body rather than your mind |
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children who have physical disabilities physical relating to your body rather than your mind |
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physical violence physical relating to your body rather than your mind |
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hard physical work physical relating to your body rather than your mind |
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There was little physical evidence linking the suspects with the crime. physical able to be seen, touched, or felt |
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She is obsessed with her physical appearance. physical physical appearance characteristics relating to the way that someone or something looks |
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Rugby is a very physical game. physical used about activities that involve people touching or hitting each other a lot |
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There was little physical contact between mother and children. physical physical contact (=touching) used about activities that involve people touching or hitting each other a lot |
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Children tend to be very physical. physical a physical person touches people a lot, either in a friendly or a rough way |
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Did they have a physical relationship? physical used about sexual activity |
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a physical impossibility physical existing in the real world, rather than in someone's imagination |
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the physical universe physical existing in the real world, rather than in someone's imagination |
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physical and theoretical chemistry physical relating to physics |
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All the team were there except Eddie Stratton, who was ill. except used for introducing the only person, thing, or fact that is not included in your main statement |
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The shop is open every day 9.00 to 5.00, except on Sundays. except used for introducing the only person, thing, or fact that is not included in your main statement |
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Not a sound was heard except the wind howling. except used for introducing the only person, thing, or fact that is not included in your main statement |
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She was dressed all in black except for a white lace collar. except except for used for introducing the only person, thing, or fact that is not included in your main statement |
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Airline officials had nothing to tell us except that the flight had been delayed. except except (that) used for introducing the only person, thing, or fact that is not included in your main statement |
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I hardly ever get a chance to study, except when the children have gone to bed. except except when where what used for introducing the only person, thing, or fact that is not included in your main statement |
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He's done nothing all day except sit around and watch television. except except do something used for introducing the only person, thing, or fact that is not included in your main statement |
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I ought to have told the police, except they'd never have believed me. except except (that) used for introducing a statement that makes what you have just said seem less true or less possible |
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I'd be glad to help, except that I'm going to be away this weekend. except used for introducing a statement that makes what you have just said seem less true or less possible |
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Certain risks may be excepted from the terms of an insurance contract. except to not include someone or something |
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Always check your spelling. check to examine something in order to find out whether it is how it should be |
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He checked the contents of the package carefully. check to examine something in order to find out whether it is how it should be |
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The official checked our passports. check to examine something in order to find out whether it is how it should be |
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Would you check the tyres for me? check to examine something in order to find out whether it is how it should be |
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You should have your sight checked regularly. check have something checked to examine something in order to find out whether it is how it should be |
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Have you checked your email? check to examine someone or something in order to find out if something is present |
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I checked the car for signs of damage. check check something for something to examine someone or something in order to find out if something is present |
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The doctor checked for a pulse. check check for to examine someone or something in order to find out if something is present |
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Check the label before you put that shirt in the wash. check to look at writing or pictures in order to get information about something |
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Check our website for details of our special offers. check check something for something to look at writing or pictures in order to get information about something |
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She checked through her notes for his address. check check through to look at writing or pictures in order to get information about something |
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I think he's gone home – I'll just check. check to make certain of something, for example by looking at the information again or by asking someone |
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I'll check the dates. check to make certain of something, for example by looking at the information again or by asking someone |
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For further information, check with your local tax office. check check with to make certain of something, for example by looking at the information again or by asking someone |
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Before starting, check that you have everything you need. check check that to make certain of something, for example by looking at the information again or by asking someone |
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Could you please check whether a package has arrived for me? check check if whether to make certain of something, for example by looking at the information again or by asking someone |
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He checked to see if Gail was still there. check check to see if to make certain of something, for example by looking at the information again or by asking someone |
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It would be wise to check the availability of seats before going to the concert. check it is wise to check something it is worth checking something to make certain of something, for example by looking at the information again or by asking someone |
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Paul was about to answer but checked himself when he saw Julie's expression. check to stop yourself or someone else from doing something |
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They are taking measures to check the spread of the disease. check to stop something bad from happening or getting worse |
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How many bags do you have to check? check to give your bags and cases to an official at an airport so that they can be put on a plane |
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a check for spelling errors check check for an examination of something to find out whether it is as it should be |
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They do routine checks on the condition of the planes. check check on an examination of something to find out whether it is as it should be |
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He made a final check of the doors to be sure they were locked. check make a check an examination of something to find out whether it is as it should be |
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They'll be doing a sound check before the concert. check do a check an examination of something to find out whether it is as it should be |
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a routine check for skin cancer check check for an examination of someone to find out whether they are healthy |
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Airport police confirmed that the courier had managed to pass through the security check. check an examination by the police, army etc of an area, or people or vehicles passing through an area, in order to be certain that there is no danger or illegal activity |
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They run a police check on all applicants for a gun licence. check check on an examination by the police, army etc of an area, or people or vehicles passing through an area, in order to be certain that there is no danger or illegal activity |
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Economic forces act as a check on political power. check check on something that controls another thing and stops it from becoming worse, too powerful etc |
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a sheet with red and white checks check a pattern of squares, usually of two colours |
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He was wearing a check shirt. check a pattern of squares, usually of two colours |
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How much is the check? check the bill in a restaurant |
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attempts to hold global warming in check check keep hold someone something in check to control someone or something that might cause damage or harm |
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We could feel the hot sun on our backs. sun the light and warmth that you feel from the sun |
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I can't see a thing. The sun's in my eyes. sun the light and warmth that you feel from the sun |
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The windows facing south get a lot of sun. sun the light and warmth that you feel from the sun |
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Miriam was sitting in the sun reading a book. sun in the sun the light and warmth that you feel from the sun |
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She can talk about any subject under the sun. sun under the sun used for emphasizing that something includes a very wide range of things |
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There were six seals sunning themselves on the rocks. sun sun yourself if a person or animal suns themselves, they sit or lie in the sun |
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the human species species a plant or animal group whose members all have similar general features and are able to produce young plants or animals together |
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a rare tropical species species a plant or animal group whose members all have similar general features and are able to produce young plants or animals together |
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Over 120 species of birds have been recorded in this National Park. species species of a plant or animal group whose members all have similar general features and are able to produce young plants or animals together |
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Another possibility is that we'll go to Mexico instead. possibility the chance that something might happen or be true |
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One possibility for the weekend is to rent a car and go to the beach. possibility the chance that something might happen or be true |
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Is everyone aware of the possibility of injury when skateboarding? possibility possibility of the chance that something might happen or be true |
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There is a strong possibility that they will win the next election. possibility possibility (that) the chance that something might happen or be true |
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We can't rule out the possibility that it may happen again. possibility rule out a possibility (=decide that something is not a possibility) the chance that something might happen or be true |
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War is a very real possibility. possibility real distinct possibility something that might happen or be true |
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We need to examine other possibilities before we book the flights. possibility a likely or suitable choice among several possible people or things |
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He's been eliminated as a possibility for the job. possibility possibility for a likely or suitable choice among several possible people or things |
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This old building has some intriguing possibilities. possibility opportunities to develop in a successful, interesting, or exciting way |
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cherry pie jam cherry a small round red or black fruit |
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The fabulous weather on the day was the cherry on the cake. cherry the cherry on the cake the final thing that makes something perfect |
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There will be an official investigation into last week's accident. official done by people in authority |
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You'll have to get official permission from the headteacher. official done by people in authority |
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China's official representatives at the United Nations official used about things that are decided by a government |
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Spanish is the country's official language. official used about things that are decided by a government |
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His name did not appear in the official report. official used about information that someone in authority provides. This word is sometimes used for suggesting that the information is not completely reliable |
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The official version is that the whole thing was an accident. official used about information that someone in authority provides. This word is sometimes used for suggesting that the information is not completely reliable |
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It's official – the princess is to marry next year. official used about information that has been announced publicly |
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a list of my official duties official relating to your job, especially a job in which you have authority or represent other people |
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the official country residence of the Prime Minister official relating to your job, especially a job in which you have authority or represent other people |
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a senior government official official someone with an important position in an organization |
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the new Chairman of Malaysian Airlines chairman the person in charge of a large organization or company |
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The speaker was interrupted several times. speaker someone who gives a speech, or who talks about a subject to a group |
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She's a very confident speaker. speaker someone who gives a speech, or who talks about a subject to a group |
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Expressions like this show that the speaker is annoyed. speaker someone who is talking |
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an English speaker speaker someone who is able to speak a particular language |
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a native speaker of French speaker someone who is able to speak a particular language |
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We're moving into our new house in July. July the seventh month of the year, between June and August |
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The wedding is on July 19th. July the seventh month of the year, between June and August |
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We bought this car last July. July the seventh month of the year, between June and August |
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She won the 400 metres race in 51 seconds. second an extremely short period of time that is one of the 60 parts in a minute |
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Each commercial lasts for 30 seconds. second an extremely short period of time that is one of the 60 parts in a minute |
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Just give me a second to put my coat on. second an extremely short period of time |
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I'll be with you in two seconds. second an extremely short period of time |
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The computer crashed seconds later. second seconds later within seconds (=almost immediately) an extremely short period of time |
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The motion has been seconded. second to officially support a proposal made by another person in a meeting |
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She's been seconded to the Foreign Office. second to send someone to work temporarily in another place |
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Second, he failed to make clear his true purpose. second secondly |
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the second of October second in the place or position counted as number two |
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This is the second programme in a series on rural health. second in the place or position counted as number two |
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He came second in the European championship this year. second in the place or position counted as number two |
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Gothenburg is Sweden's second largest city. second second largest biggest most important etc in the place or position counted as number two |
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The bookcase needs a second coat of paint. second in addition to the first one |
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She was our second choice for the job. second next in quality or importance after someone or something that is the best or most important |
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Gloria played second violin in the school orchestra. second next in quality or importance after someone or something that is the best or most important |
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In terms of scoring goals, he's second only to Davies. second second only to next in quality or importance after someone or something that is the best or most important |
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The Socialists came a close second with 36% of the vote. second a close second almost as successful as someone or something else |
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I think she's having second thoughts about leaving London. second have second thoughts (about something) to begin to doubt a decision that you have already made |
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We don't need an umbrella. On second thoughts, maybe we do. second on second thoughts used when you want to change something that you have just said, often to say the opposite |
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We provide a service that is second to none. second second to none the best |
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Without a second thought, she ran after the thief. second without a second thought acting immediately, without stopping to think |
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We asked for money to feed and clothe the children. clothe to provide someone with clothes |
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Mary is old enough to feed and clothe herself. clothe to put clothes on someone |
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Choosing a career can be a very difficult decision. career a job or series of related jobs that you do, especially a profession that you spend a lot of your working life in |
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the problems of combining a career and a family career a job or series of related jobs that you do, especially a profession that you spend a lot of your working life in |
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a career in computer science career career in a job or series of related jobs that you do, especially a profession that you spend a lot of your working life in |
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He has just started out on a career as a photographer. career career as a job or series of related jobs that you do, especially a profession that you spend a lot of your working life in |
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Rosen had decided on an academic career. career academic political managerial etc career a job or series of related jobs that you do, especially a profession that you spend a lot of your working life in |
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Only 20 per cent of the students intend to pursue careers as engineers in industry. career pursue embark on follow a career a job or series of related jobs that you do, especially a profession that you spend a lot of your working life in |
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young graduates looking to make a career out of teaching career make a career out of something a job or series of related jobs that you do, especially a profession that you spend a lot of your working life in |
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the financial scandal that ruined her career career end ruin someone's career a job or series of related jobs that you do, especially a profession that you spend a lot of your working life in |
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an entrepreneur with a rather chequered career career a chequered career (=sometimes successful and sometimes not) a job or series of related jobs that you do, especially a profession that you spend a lot of your working life in |
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He subsequently enjoyed a distinguished career in the diplomatic service. career a distinguished successful glittering career a job or series of related jobs that you do, especially a profession that you spend a lot of your working life in |
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the biggest fight of his career career the time when a sports player, entertainer, or artist is active or working |
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She played more than 800 games in a career spanning 20 years. career the time when a sports player, entertainer, or artist is active or working |
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the injury that ended his playing career career someone's playing acting career the time when a sports player, entertainer, or artist is active or working |
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The 25-year-old actress is now launching her career over here. career launch a your etc career the time when a sports player, entertainer, or artist is active or working |
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In 1999 Mackay was at the peak of her show business career. career the peak height of someone's career the time when a sports player, entertainer, or artist is active or working |
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a good career choice career connected with someone's career |
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He felt like a career change and went into teaching. career connected with someone's career |
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a job with excellent career prospects career connected with someone's career |
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Insulting the boss's daughter was not a good career move. career a good smart clever career move an action or change of job that helps you to be successful in your career |
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My brother seems to be making a career out of upsetting people. career make a career out of (doing) something to do something regularly, often something wrong or silly, so that you get a reputation for it |
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The driver lost control and careered into a tree. career career into along down etc to move forwards very quickly in an uncontrolled way |
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The economy is in danger of careering out of control. career to be in a situation that you cannot control because things are happening so quickly |
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We talked and laughed late into the night. laugh to make the noise with your voice that shows you think something is funny |
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The audience didn't laugh at his jokes. laugh laugh at to make the noise with your voice that shows you think something is funny |
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They were still laughing about the experience years later. laugh laugh about to make the noise with your voice that shows you think something is funny |
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She burst out laughing when she saw what he was wearing. laugh burst out laughing (=start laughing suddenly) to make the noise with your voice that shows you think something is funny |
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When I told them my idea, they just laughed. laugh to show that you think someone or something is stupid or deserves no respect |
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If someone had told me this was going to happen, I would've laughed in their face. laugh laugh in someone's face to show that you think someone or something is stupid or deserves no respect |
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If this deal comes off as planned we'll be laughing. laugh be laughing to be in a very good situation, especially as a result of something that has happened |
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She said she made this herself? Don't make me laugh! laugh don't make me laugh used for telling someone that you disagree with them or think that what they said is not possible or true |
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Anyone who made claims like that these days would be laughed out of court. laugh laugh someone something out of court if you laugh someone or something out of court, you show them that you think their ideas or suggestions are very silly |
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a hearty laugh laugh the sound that you make when you laugh |
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Whitney's laugh was high and brash. laugh the sound that you make when you laugh |
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She is a nice girl and always good for a laugh. laugh to be someone who is always fun to be with |
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He decided to go along with them for a laugh. laugh for a laugh for enjoyment, rather than for any serious purpose |
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We had a good laugh. It was a really good holiday. laugh have a good laugh to have fun |
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Bassett has been widely mocked, but he had the last laugh when his team beat Manchester United 2–1. laugh have the last laugh to finally be more successful than someone who was unpleasant to you, especially someone who laughed when you failed before |
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I can tell you this guy is going to be a laugh a minute. laugh a laugh a minute very funny, or enjoyable. This expression is usually used in a humorous way to show that you really think someone or something is not funny or enjoyable |
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It was about 12 pounds in weight. weight in weight a measurement of how heavy a person or thing is |
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Have you lost weight? weight lose weight (=become thinner) a measurement of how heavy a person or thing is |
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Susan gained weight after her accident. weight put on gain weight (=become fatter) a measurement of how heavy a person or thing is |
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The weight of the backpack made the child fall over. weight weight of the condition or effect of being heavy |
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Tim was stuck under the weight of the fallen tree. weight the condition or effect of being heavy |
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He tied weights to the sack and hurled it into the river. weight a heavy object that is used for making another thing heavier |
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The car was not able to pull such a large weight. weight any heavy object, especially one that is difficult to lift or move |
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A recently discovered inscription has added weight to the theory. weight add weight to the influence or importance that something has |
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We attach little weight to this new evidence. weight attach weight to the influence or importance that something has |
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Simpson's opinions carry considerable weight with the President. weight carry weight (=have a lot of influence) the influence or importance that something has |
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Patten was not inclined to give much weight to their judgment. weight give weight to the influence or importance that something has |
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Susan now bears the full weight of running the family. weight something that causes you trouble or difficulty |
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Obviously the verdict is a huge weight off my mind. weight a weight off your mind (=something that you no longer have to worry about) something that causes you trouble or difficulty |
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He wasn't pulling his weight, so he had to go. weight pull carry your weight to do your share of work |
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Take the weight off your feet and have a coffee. weight take the weight off your feet to sit down and rest |
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He had weighted the bag with rocks. weight to make something heavier by putting a weight on it, especially in order to stop it from moving |
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Parents feel responsible when things go wrong. responsible deserving to be blamed for something that has happened |
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The farmer was held responsible for the damage done by his animals. responsible hold someone responsible (for something) deserving to be blamed for something that has happened |
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How long will they be in prison if they are found responsible? responsible find someone responsible (for something) deserving to be blamed for something that has happened |
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The chemical is directly responsible for those deaths. responsible responsible for if something or someone is responsible for a situation or event, they are the cause of it |
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He was responsible for the accident. responsible if something or someone is responsible for a situation or event, they are the cause of it |
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The manager is responsible for the general running of the theatre. responsible responsible for someone who is responsible for someone or something is in charge of them and must make sure that what they do or what happens to them is right or satisfactory |
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She may be only 14, but she's very responsible. responsible sensible, reliable, and able to be trusted to do the right thing |
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Schools have adopted a very responsible attitude towards the problem. responsible used about people's behaviour or attitudes |
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The prime minister and his ministers are all responsible to Parliament. responsible be responsible to someone if you are responsible to someone, they are in a position of authority over you and can ask you to prove that your actions or decisions are correct and reasonable |
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He refused to sign the documents. document a piece of paper or a set of papers containing official information |
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Documents relating to his private life were stolen in the burglary. document a piece of paper or a set of papers containing official information |
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A secret policy document was leaked to the newspapers. document a piece of paper or a set of papers containing official information |
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The program will automatically save any documents you have open. document a computer file that you can write in |
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Her report documents the effects of climate change. document to record something in writing or on film |
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Their allegations are fully documented. document to support something with evidence |
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UN leaders are working hard to find a peaceful solution to the conflict. solution solution to for a way to solve a problem or to deal with a bad situation |
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The committee has failed to come up with any solutions for the crisis. solution come up with devise a solution a way to solve a problem or to deal with a bad situation |
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Solar energy offers a low-cost solution to our fuel problems. solution offer provide a solution (=be a possible solution) a way to solve a problem or to deal with a bad situation |
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Putting children in prison is not the solution. solution be the solution a way to solve a problem or to deal with a bad situation |
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Let's meet for lunch on Monday. Monday the day after Sunday and before Tuesday |
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This year's Oscar ceremony will be on a Monday. Monday the day after Sunday and before Tuesday |
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I want you back by 9 o'clock on Monday morning. Monday the day after Sunday and before Tuesday |
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You can start work next Monday. Monday the day after Sunday and before Tuesday |
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The bank is open later on Mondays and Fridays. Monday on Mondays (=every Monday) the day after Sunday and before Tuesday |
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They are demanding more funding for medical facilities. medical relating to medicine and the treatment of injuries and diseases |
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a career in the medical profession medical the medical profession field (=doctors, nurses, and hospital workers) relating to medicine and the treatment of injuries and diseases |
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a man in need of urgent medical care medical medical care treatment attention relating to medicine and the treatment of injuries and diseases |
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My insurance provides for a free medical every year. medical a complete examination of your body by a doctor |
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Cook the fish under a hot grill for 5 minutes. hot very high in temperature |
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Her forehead still feels a bit hot. hot very high in temperature |
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It's so hot in here – can't we open a window? hot very high in temperature |
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a pan of boiling hot water hot boiling scalding hot (=extremely hot) very high in temperature |
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Take your jacket off if you're hot. hot feeling uncomfortable because the temperature is too high or you are wearing too many clothes |
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It's going to be hot again today. hot used about the weather |
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The disease is particularly common in hot countries such as India and Panama. hot where the weather is often hot |
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I haven't had a hot meal in days. hot cooked and served hot |
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a hot love affair romance hot involving strong emotions |
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Our coach has a really hot temper. hot have a hot temper (=get angry easily) involving strong emotions |
| 249 |
Tax cuts have become a hot topic in this election campaign. hot a hot issue is important and causes arguments because people strongly disagree |
| 250 |
hot news about impending changes in Cabinet hot exciting and interesting, especially because of being new |
| 251 |
the hot new look in women's fashions hot exciting and interesting, especially because of being new |
| 252 |
one of Hollywood's hottest young directors hot exciting, successful, and popular |
| 253 |
She's now a very hot property in television. hot a hot property (=someone in acting, sport, business etc who has just become very successful) exciting, successful, and popular |
| 254 |
a hot tip (=a useful piece of advice) hot especially good in some way |
| 255 |
a hot musician dancer player hot very skilful |
| 256 |
Kyle's pretty hot at tennis. hot hot at very skilful |
| 257 |
hot cards dice hot very lucky |
| 258 |
When things got too hot for her at home, she'd stay with a friend. hot hot for difficult, or dangerous |
| 259 |
love scenes that are too hot for TV hot involving sexual feelings or images |
| 260 |
Hot for revenge, the soldiers marched northward. hot hot for determined to do something |
| 261 |
The property market is very hot these days. hot involving a lot of activity or competition |
| 262 |
There is hot competition from other companies to win the contract. hot hot competition involving a lot of activity or competition |
| 263 |
a hot car hot stolen and being looked for by the police |
| 264 |
The European Union keeps blowing hot and cold on the issue of membership. hot blow hot and cold to change your mind a lot about whether you like someone or something |
| 265 |
Elizabeth's really hot on nuclear physics. hot interested in something and knowing a lot about it |
| 266 |
They're very hot on safety in the workplace. hot strict about something |
| 267 |
He got away but the police are hot on his trail. hot very close behind someone or something, and about to catch them |
| 268 |
We disagree with each other from time to time, and we both get a little hot under the collar. hot hot under the collar very annoyed or nervous |
| 269 |
Rick's temper had landed him in hot water again. hot land get someone in hot water in trouble because of something that you have done |
| 270 |
The exiled leader was becoming too hot to handle and the government decided to expel him. hot too hot to handle too difficult or dangerous to get involved with |
| 271 |
The debate on electoral reform hotted up yesterday. hot hot up to become more lively or exciting |
| 272 |
Two-thirds of their budget goes on labour costs. budget the amount of money a person or organization has to spend on something |
| 273 |
Try to work out a monthly budget and stick to it. budget the amount of money a person or organization has to spend on something |
| 274 |
All schools are expected to manage their own budgets. budget the amount of money a person or organization has to spend on something |
| 275 |
So far the project is more or less on budget. budget on within budget (=spending only as much money as you have) the amount of money a person or organization has to spend on something |
| 276 |
The film is already way over budget. budget over under budget (=over or under the amount you have to spend) the amount of money a person or organization has to spend on something |
| 277 |
They run the magazine on a pretty tight budget. budget a tight budget (=a small amount of money) the amount of money a person or organization has to spend on something |
| 278 |
There will be no further increase in the education budget. budget education health defence etc budget the amount of money a government has to spend |
| 279 |
The budget deficit needs to be reduced by some 12 billion. budget budget deficit (=the amount of money spent compared with the smaller amount that was available) the amount of money a government has to spend |
| 280 |
high quality goods at budget prices budget very cheap |
| 281 |
a budget hotel budget very cheap |
| 282 |
As a student, you have to learn how to budget. budget to plan the way you will spend the money you have, especially so that you do not spend too much |
| 283 |
the River Nile river a large area of water that flows towards the sea |
| 284 |
They were swimming in the river. river a large area of water that flows towards the sea |
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river fishing river a large area of water that flows towards the sea |
| 286 |
Up river, the water was clearer and deeper. river up river (=in the direction that the river is flowing from) a large area of water that flows towards the sea |
| 287 |
We met them a couple of miles down river. river down river (=in the direction that the river is flowing) a large area of water that flows towards the sea |
| 288 |
Great rivers of molten lava poured from the volcano. river river of a large amount of liquid that flows somewhere |
| 289 |
I don't think that box will fit. fit if someone or something fits somewhere, they are small enough or the right size and shape to go there |
| 290 |
The book is small enough to fit in your pocket. fit fit in into on etc if someone or something fits somewhere, they are small enough or the right size and shape to go there |
| 291 |
I redesigned the chart so that it fitted onto one page. fit if someone or something fits somewhere, they are small enough or the right size and shape to go there |
| 292 |
The cover fits neatly over the pipe. fit if someone or something fits somewhere, they are small enough or the right size and shape to go there |
| 293 |
Can we all fit around the table? fit if someone or something fits somewhere, they are small enough or the right size and shape to go there |
| 294 |
I couldn't fit my head through the gap. fit if you can fit a person or thing somewhere, there is enough space for you to put them there |
| 295 |
She can fit two more people into her car. fit fit something into onto over something if you can fit a person or thing somewhere, there is enough space for you to put them there |
| 296 |
It is important that children's shoes fit correctly. fit if clothes fit, they are the right size for you |
| 297 |
I like the suit, but the jacket doesn't fit me. fit if clothes fit, they are the right size for you |
| 298 |
The dress fitted her like a glove. fit fit (someone) like a glove (=fit extremely well) if clothes fit, they are the right size for you |
| 299 |
His writing did not fit into any traditional literary category. fit fit into to be suitable or similar enough to belong to a group |
| 300 |
Their policies do not fit with the ideal of democratic government. fit fit with to be suitable or similar enough to belong to a group |
| 301 |
You can't fit all types of human behaviour into a clear pattern. fit fit something into with something to put something in a particular place or group because it belongs there |
| 302 |
Something in her story did not fit. fit to be the truth, or to be the same as what someone describes or asks for |
| 303 |
None of the candidates fits our criteria. fit to be the truth, or to be the same as what someone describes or asks for |
| 304 |
He fits the description of a man seen running away from the scene. fit fit the description of to be the truth, or to be the same as what someone describes or asks for |
| 305 |
We need a name that fits our image. fit to be suitable or right for something |
| 306 |
A dark wooden table wouldn't fit with the decoration in here. fit fit with to be suitable or right for something |
| 307 |
When you buy a new suit, you should be professionally fitted. fit to measure a person and then provide the correct size of clothing or piece of equipment |
| 308 |
I'm taking the children to be fitted for new shoes. fit fit someone for something to measure a person and then provide the correct size of clothing or piece of equipment |
| 309 |
Mr Clayton was fitted with a hearing aid. fit fit someone with something to measure a person and then provide the correct size of clothing or piece of equipment |
| 310 |
She's had a brace fitted (=to make her teeth straight). fit have something fitted to measure a person and then provide the correct size of clothing or piece of equipment |
| 311 |
We were advised to fit a burglar alarm. fit to add a piece of equipment to something else |
| 312 |
Some cars are fitted with hand controls for people with physical disabilities. fit fit something with something to add a piece of equipment to something else |
| 313 |
You can fit a bike rack to the rear of your car. fit fit something to onto something to add a piece of equipment to something else |
| 314 |
Everything in his background fitted him for a diplomatic career. fit fit someone something for something to provide someone with the qualifications or qualities that they need for a job or a particular purpose |
| 315 |
We need a fast car, and this one fits the bill. fit fit the bill to have the qualities that someone needs or has asked for |
| 316 |
Everyone collapsed in fits of laughter. fit fits of laughter a strong sudden physical reaction you cannot control, for example coughing or laughing |
| 317 |
Julie suddenly got a fit of the giggles. fit a fit of the giggles a strong sudden physical reaction you cannot control, for example coughing or laughing |
| 318 |
When his sneezing fit was over, Milton resumed lecturing. fit a coughing sneezing fit a strong sudden physical reaction you cannot control, for example coughing or laughing |
| 319 |
She smashed the plate in a fit of rage. fit a fit of rage jealousy panic a sudden strong emotion that you cannot control |
| 320 |
He often suffers from fits of depression. fit fit of depression a sudden strong emotion that you cannot control |
| 321 |
She has epilepsy and suffers frequent fits. fit have suffer a fit an occasion when someone becomes unconscious for a short time and their body shakes |
| 322 |
When buying a rucksack, it is important to get a good fit. fit used for saying whether something is the right size and shape for someone or something |
| 323 |
You can adjust the width of the boot to get a better fit. fit used for saying whether something is the right size and shape for someone or something |
| 324 |
The sofa will go in here but it's a tight fit. fit a tight fit used for saying whether something is the right size and shape for someone or something |
| 325 |
Efforts at reform seem to come in fits and starts. fit by in fits and starts stopping and starting again many times, rather than progressing steadily |
| 326 |
We'd better clear up before Mary arrives. She'll have a fit otherwise. fit have throw a fit to get very angry and shout or become violent |
| 327 |
Mum was in fits because dad had ironed everything, even the socks. fit in fits laughing a lot |
| 328 |
Running around after the kids keeps me fit. fit healthy, strong, and able to do physical exercise without getting very tired |
| 329 |
McCarthy hopes to be fit for the match on Saturday. fit fit for healthy, strong, and able to do physical exercise without getting very tired |
| 330 |
You have to be reasonably fit to do this job. fit fit to do something healthy, strong, and able to do physical exercise without getting very tired |
| 331 |
I need to get fit before the football season starts. fit get fit healthy, strong, and able to do physical exercise without getting very tired |
| 332 |
The accused was declared fit to stand trial. fit fit to do something in a good enough physical or mental condition |
| 333 |
You are in no fit state to drive. fit not in a fit state in no fit state in a good enough physical or mental condition |
| 334 |
He seems to think that typing documents is all I'm fit for. fit fit for of a good enough standard for someone or something |
| 335 |
The house was not fit for human habitation. fit of a good enough standard for someone or something |
| 336 |
He is not fit to be a teacher. fit fit to do something of a good enough standard for someone or something |
| 337 |
That wine is not fit to drink. fit fit to eat drink of a good enough standard for someone or something |
| 338 |
She made me a dress fit for a queen. fit fit for a king queen (=of very high quality) of a good enough standard for someone or something |
| 339 |
She did not see fit to apologize for her behaviour. fit see think fit to decide that something is the best thing to do. You often use this expression to refer to decisions or actions that you do not agree with |
| 340 |
The court will deal with the matter as it thinks fit. fit see think fit to decide that something is the best thing to do. You often use this expression to refer to decisions or actions that you do not agree with |
| 341 |
The existing system needs to be changed. existing used for describing something that exists now, especially when it might be changed or replaced |
| 342 |
the demolition of existing buildings to make way for new office blocks existing used for describing something that exists now, especially when it might be changed or replaced |
| 343 |
We are leaving on Tuesday. Tuesday the day after Monday and before Wednesday |
| 344 |
New Year's Day will be on a Tuesday this year. Tuesday the day after Monday and before Wednesday |
| 345 |
Let's go out for dinner on Tuesday night. Tuesday the day after Monday and before Wednesday |
| 346 |
Last Tuesday they went to the zoo. Tuesday the day after Monday and before Wednesday |
| 347 |
We close early on Tuesdays. Tuesday on Tuesdays (=every Tuesday) the day after Monday and before Wednesday |
| 348 |
Push as hard as you can. push to move someone or something away from you, or from their previous position, using part of your body, especially your hands |
| 349 |
She gently pushed him away. push push someone something away to move someone or something away from you, or from their previous position, using part of your body, especially your hands |
| 350 |
He was pushing a trolley around the supermarket. push push something around to move someone or something away from you, or from their previous position, using part of your body, especially your hands |
| 351 |
He pushed at a door in the courtyard. push push at to move someone or something away from you, or from their previous position, using part of your body, especially your hands |
| 352 |
Rebecca pushed her handkerchief into her pocket. push push someone something into someone something to move someone or something away from you, or from their previous position, using part of your body, especially your hands |
| 353 |
The table had been pushed against the wall. push push someone something against someone something to move someone or something away from you, or from their previous position, using part of your body, especially your hands |
| 354 |
I pushed open the door with my foot. push push something open shut to move someone or something away from you, or from their previous position, using part of your body, especially your hands |
| 355 |
To turn on the television, you push this switch. push to press a button on a machine |
| 356 |
Stop pushing and just wait your turn. push to move past or through a group of people or things by using a part of your body to move them away from you |
| 357 |
Pushing to the front of the queue, he managed to get the last tickets. push to move past or through a group of people or things by using a part of your body to move them away from you |
| 358 |
He just pushed past Fred and left. push push past to move past or through a group of people or things by using a part of your body to move them away from you |
| 359 |
I was pushing my way through the crowd. push push your way through to move past or through a group of people or things by using a part of your body to move them away from you |
| 360 |
People were pushing and shoving, trying to get to the best seats first. push push and shove to move past or through a group of people or things by using a part of your body to move them away from you |
| 361 |
He saw the interview as an opportunity to push his latest film. push to try to make people buy a product or accept an idea |
| 362 |
The Bank of England had pushed up interest rates sharply to protect the pound from speculators. push push something up down into towards to make something reach a particular level or standard |
| 363 |
The strong sunshine had pushed temperatures into the nineties. push to make something reach a particular level or standard |
| 364 |
The United States pushed NATO to authorize military intervention. push push someone to do something to encourage or force someone in a determined way to do something they do not want to do |
| 365 |
The police pushed her into giving evidence. push push someone into (doing) something to encourage or force someone in a determined way to do something they do not want to do |
| 366 |
A lot of parents push their children, but my dad only ever encourages and supports me. push to force someone to make a great effort, especially at school or in their career |
| 367 |
If you push him too far, he'll resign. push to make someone impatient or annoyed by behaving in an unreasonable way |
| 368 |
Government troops pushed into the northern sector. push if an army pushes into, through, or across a country or area, it moves further into, through, or across it, using force |
| 369 |
Her new boyfriend must be pushing forty. push be pushing thirty forty fifty etc to be nearly a particular age |
| 370 |
He pushed her completely from his mind. push push someone something from your mind to avoid thinking about someone or something |
| 371 |
Lucy pushed the idea firmly to the back of her mind. push push someone something from your mind to avoid thinking about someone or something |
| 372 |
I think you're pushing your luck asking for another pay rise. push push it push your luck to take a big risk by doing something that is likely to cause you trouble |
| 373 |
He opened the door with a violent push. push a movement in which you push someone or something using part of your body, especially your hands |
| 374 |
Jan helped me give the car a push. push give someone something a push a movement in which you push someone or something using part of your body, especially your hands |
| 375 |
an unsuccessful push for financial reform push push for a determined attempt to do something |
| 376 |
The two sides began a final push to reach an agreement before the deadline. push a push to do something a determined attempt to do something |
| 377 |
I knew I could do it – I just needed someone to give me an extra push. push give someone a push (to do something) a way of encouraging or forcing someone to do something that they do not want to do |
| 378 |
Some people need a little push to make new friends. push need a push (to do something) a way of encouraging or forcing someone to do something that they do not want to do |
| 379 |
The army begin their push on the town at dawn. push push on a movement by an army further into or through a country or area, using force |
| 380 |
She's got the push to get to the top in any business. push the energy and determination to achieve something |
| 381 |
It'll be a bit of a push, but we'll manage it. push something that is difficult to do, especially because you do not have much time |
| 382 |
I can afford to pay fifty pounds at a push. push at a push used for saying that something is possible, but very difficult |
| 383 |
Six people from head office are getting the push. push if someone gives you the push, or if you get the push, you are sent away from your job |
| 384 |
I finally gave him the push last night. push if someone gives you the push, or if you get the push, the person you are having a sexual relationship with tells you they want to end the relationship |
| 385 |
If push came to shove, I would be willing to try. push if when push comes to shove it comes to the push if or when you are forced to make a decision or do something difficult |
| 386 |
Are you going back home tomorrow? tomorrow on the day after today |
| 387 |
They're arriving tomorrow morning. tomorrow tomorrow morning afternoon night on the day after today |
| 388 |
I'll see you a week tomorrow, then. tomorrow a week tomorrow tomorrow week British (=in a week's time starting from tomorrow) on the day after today |
| 389 |
Who can say what will happen tomorrow? tomorrow in the future |
| 390 |
So tomorrow's your first day in the new job, then? tomorrow the day after today |
| 391 |
These students are the leaders of tomorrow. tomorrow the future |
| 392 |
tomorrow's technology tomorrow the future |
| 393 |
Councillors have been spending as if there is no tomorrow. tomorrow do something like as if as though there is no tomorrow to do something a lot without thinking about what effects your action might have in the future |
| 394 |
Do these goods comply with our safety requirements? requirement something that a rule, law, contract etc states that you must do |
| 395 |
Applicants must satisfy the requirements for admission to the university. requirement requirement for something that a rule, law, contract etc states that you must do |
| 396 |
Check the engine's fuel requirements. requirement something that is needed in order for something else to happen |
| 397 |
The water was too cold for a shower. cold with a low temperature or a temperature that is lower than normal |
| 398 |
It was bitterly cold that day. cold used about the weather |
| 399 |
a cold winter morning cold used about the weather |
| 400 |
I was cold, hungry, and thirsty. cold used about people and places |
| 401 |
Their house is always freezing cold. cold freezing cold used about people and places |
| 402 |
a selection of cold meats cold used about food that has been cooked but is not eaten hot |
| 403 |
Her father was a cold and distant man. cold not seeming friendly or sympathetic |
| 404 |
She received a rather cold response. cold not seeming friendly or sympathetic |
| 405 |
In the cold light of day I felt that I'd over-reacted. cold in the cold light of day used for saying how people feel about emotional matters when they think about them later in a calmer way |
| 406 |
Police now fear his trail has gone cold. cold someone's trail scent has gone cold it is difficult to find someone because it is a long time since they were seen |
| 407 |
Plants need protection against extreme cold. cold cold air, or a cold environment |
| 408 |
Heavy curtains help to keep the cold out. cold the cold cold air, or a cold environment |
| 409 |
I must have caught a cold on my camping holiday. cold catch a cold a minor illness that blocks your nose and makes you cough |
| 410 |
Don't go to work if you have a particularly heavy cold. cold a heavy bad cold a minor illness that blocks your nose and makes you cough |
| 411 |
If Britain does not work with the rest of Europe, it could be left out in the cold. cold leave someone out in the cold to deliberately not include someone in an activity or group |
| 412 |
Something made her stop cold in the middle of her sentence. cold suddenly |
| 413 |
Bring the two edges together and fasten them securely. edge the part of something that is furthest from its centre |
| 414 |
The railway station was built on the edge of town. edge edge of the part of something that is furthest from its centre |
| 415 |
Victoria was sitting on the edge of the bed. edge the part of something that is furthest from its centre |
| 416 |
the knife's edge edge the sharp side of a blade or tool that is used for cutting things |
| 417 |
Had she imagined the slight edge to his voice? edge edge to in a quality in the way that someone speaks that shows they are becoming angry or upset |
| 418 |
Training can give you the edge over your competitors. edge give someone something an the edge over someone something an advantage that makes someone or something more successful than other people or things |
| 419 |
There is an edge to his new album that wasn't there in the last one. edge a strange quality that something such as a piece of music or a book has that makes it interesting or exciting |
| 420 |
Despite the apparent respectability, he was a man who liked to live on the edge. edge live on the edge to have a life with many dangers and risks, especially because you like to behave in an extreme and unusual way |
| 421 |
The events of the past few days had left her feeling tense and on edge. edge on edge nervous and unable to relax because you are worried |
| 422 |
He came close to the edge after losing his business and his wife in the same year. edge on the edge so unhappy or confused that you are close to doing something silly or becoming mentally ill |
| 423 |
He seemed to be poised on the edge of Hollywood success. edge on the edge of something nearly in a particular state or condition |
| 424 |
She hovered on the edge of sleep. edge on the edge of something nearly in a particular state or condition |
| 425 |
This film will keep you on the edge of your seat. edge on the edge of your seat chair very excited and interested in something because you want to know what happens next |
| 426 |
Aspirin will usually take the edge off the pain. edge take the edge off something to make a strong feeling less strong |
| 427 |
The thought briefly took the edge off her enjoyment. edge take the edge off something to make a strong feeling less strong |
| 428 |
I looked over and saw Michael edging towards the door. edge edge towards away along etc to move somewhere slowly, carefully, and with small movements, or to make something do this |
| 429 |
She edged the car out into the street. edge to move somewhere slowly, carefully, and with small movements, or to make something do this |
| 430 |
Food prices edged up by 0.2 per cent in November. edge edge up higher down lower if a number or price edges higher or lower, it moves up or down a little at a time |
| 431 |
A breeze shook the tall trees that edged the garden. edge to form the edge of something, or to put something round the edge of another thing |
| 432 |
Public opposition to the military government is growing. opposition opposition to strong disagreement with a plan or policy, especially when this is shown in active attempts to prevent something |
| 433 |
Local residents have come out in opposition to the planned closure. opposition in opposition to something strong disagreement with a plan or policy, especially when this is shown in active attempts to prevent something |
| 434 |
The bill faces strong opposition from the fox-hunting lobby. opposition strong considerable fierce etc opposition strong disagreement with a plan or policy, especially when this is shown in active attempts to prevent something |
| 435 |
The opposition scored a goal in the last seconds of the game. opposition a person, team, business, or group that someone is competing against |
| 436 |
the opposition's tax plans opposition the political parties in a country that are not part of the government |
| 437 |
The three main opposition parties united to boycott the election. opposition the political parties in a country that are not part of the government |
| 438 |
the opposition between practical and poetic language opposition opposition between a situation in which something is opposite or very different from something else |
| 439 |
The Socialists were back in power after six years in opposition. opposition in opposition a political party that is in opposition is not part of the government of a country |
| 440 |
Someone had chucked a brick through their window. chuck to throw something |
| 441 |
Chuck me the ball, would you? chuck chuck someone something to throw something |
| 442 |
She came in, chucked her books on the table, and went straight to her room. chuck to put something somewhere in a careless way |
| 443 |
This is the pile of things we need, and over here is the pile of things we can chuck. chuck to get rid of something you do not want |
| 444 |
After two years she chucked her boyfriend. chuck to end a relationship with someone |
| 445 |
Are you doing anything nice on Sunday? Sunday the day after Saturday and before Monday, usually considered to be the first day of the week in the US and the last day of the week in the UK. In Western countries, most people do not work on Sunday |
| 446 |
If Christmas Day is on a Sunday, the next day is also a holiday. Sunday the day after Saturday and before Monday, usually considered to be the first day of the week in the US and the last day of the week in the UK. In Western countries, most people do not work on Sunday |
| 447 |
I love quiet Sunday mornings. Sunday the day after Saturday and before Monday, usually considered to be the first day of the week in the US and the last day of the week in the UK. In Western countries, most people do not work on Sunday |
| 448 |
I'm going to visit my parents next Sunday. Sunday the day after Saturday and before Monday, usually considered to be the first day of the week in the US and the last day of the week in the UK. In Western countries, most people do not work on Sunday |
| 449 |
We usually go to church on Sundays. Sunday on Sundays (=every Sunday) the day after Saturday and before Monday, usually considered to be the first day of the week in the US and the last day of the week in the UK. In Western countries, most people do not work on Sunday |
| 450 |
What is your opinion of her latest novel? opinion opinion of the attitude that you have towards something, especially your thoughts about how good it is |
| 451 |
His opinions on European union are well known. opinion opinion on the attitude that you have towards something, especially your thoughts about how good it is |
| 452 |
He seems to have a low opinion of women. opinion have a good high low etc opinion of the attitude that you have towards something, especially your thoughts about how good it is |
| 453 |
The students were not given the chance to express an opinion. opinion give express an opinion the attitude that you have towards something, especially your thoughts about how good it is |
| 454 |
She seems to have formed a good opinion of him. opinion form an opinion the attitude that you have towards something, especially your thoughts about how good it is |
| 455 |
The doctor was of the opinion that surgery was unnecessary. opinion be of the opinion that the attitude that you have towards something, especially your thoughts about how good it is |
| 456 |
My wife and I are of the same opinion on smoking. opinion be of share the same opinion the attitude that you have towards something, especially your thoughts about how good it is |
| 457 |
Despite our many differences of opinion, we remained good friends. opinion a difference of opinion the attitude that you have towards something, especially your thoughts about how good it is |
| 458 |
Public opinion has turned against Senator McCormac in recent months. opinion public popular opinion the attitudes and thoughts of a group of people |
| 459 |
We rely on expert opinion when deciding about technical matters. opinion informed expert opinion the attitudes and thoughts of a group of people |
| 460 |
People don't take enough exercise, in my opinion. opinion in someone's opinion used for saying what someone believes |
| 461 |
The prisoner was released, which in the court's opinion was wrong. opinion in someone's opinion used for saying what someone believes |
| 462 |
She had never taken drugs in her life. drug take use drugs an illegal substance that affects someone physically or mentally when they take it (=put it into their body) |
| 463 |
He acted as if he was on drugs (=had taken drugs). drug be on drugs (=be affected by drugs) an illegal substance that affects someone physically or mentally when they take it (=put it into their body) |
| 464 |
Intravenous drug users are at risk from the HIV virus. drug drug addict user dealer involving drugs or taking drugs |
| 465 |
The government has pledged to fight drug smuggling. drug drug trafficking smuggling involving drugs or taking drugs |
| 466 |
Your doctor may prescribe drugs for this condition. drug a substance that you take to treat a disease or medical problem |
| 467 |
a new anti-cancer drug drug a substance that you take to treat a disease or medical problem |
| 468 |
There were stories of tourists being drugged and robbed. drug to give a drug to someone so that they will go to sleep or will become unconscious |
| 469 |
She had drugged his wine. drug to put a drug in food or drink so that someone will swallow it without knowing |
| 470 |
Over a quarter of our income goes on food. quarter quarter of one of four equal parts of something |
| 471 |
Nearly three quarters of the children were ill. quarter one of four equal parts of something |
| 472 |
They arrived at a quarter past three. quarter one of four periods of 15 minutes that an hour is divided into when you are telling the time. When the time is 15 minutes after the hour, British people always say quarter past the hour and American people usually say a quarter after the hour. When the time is 15 minutes before the hour, British people always say quarter to the hour and American people usually say a quarter of the hour |
| 473 |
The company's profits fell in the third quarter. quarter one of four periods of three months that the year is divided into, especially when you are talking about financial accounts |
| 474 |
the Chinese quarter of the city quarter a part of a town where you find particular buildings, activities, or people |
| 475 |
a house in the student quarter quarter a part of a town where you find particular buildings, activities, or people |
| 476 |
Concern has been expressed in some quarters about this policy. quarter in some quarters (=among some people or groups of people) a particular person or group of people |
| 477 |
He has won support from all quarters. quarter from all quarters (=from all people or groups) a particular person or group of people |
| 478 |
I knew there would be a lot of trouble from that quarter. quarter from this that quarter (=from one particular person or group) a particular person or group of people |
| 479 |
Can you buy me a quarter of ham? quarter quarter of a unit for measuring weight, containing four ounces and equal to 0.113 kilograms |
| 480 |
Any man found breaking the rules would be given absolutely no quarter. quarter give get no quarter kind behaviour towards someone who you have defeated or someone who is under your authority |
| 481 |
Quarter the apples and put them in a dish. quarter to cut something into four equal parts |
| 482 |
Most of the men were quartered in the village hall. quarter to give soldiers a place to live temporarily |
| 483 |
We've discussed all the marketing options and decided to go for television advertising. option something that you can choose in a particular situation |
| 484 |
We have three different options for financing the house. option option for something that you can choose in a particular situation |
| 485 |
You have the option of walking there or going by bus. option the option of doing something something that you can choose in a particular situation |
| 486 |
She had no option but to admit the truth. option have no option but to do something something that you can choose in a particular situation |
| 487 |
Terrorist leaders concluded that armed resistance was no longer a viable option. option a viable option (=one that is likely to succeed) something that you can choose in a particular situation |
| 488 |
Choose the 'save' option from the File menu. option one of a range of things that you can choose to do when you are using a computer program |
| 489 |
stock options option the right to buy or sell something in the future, for example property or stock in a company |
| 490 |
The airline has ordered 16 aircraft and has options on another 29. option option on the right to buy or sell something in the future, for example property or stock in a company |
| 491 |
If one partner dies, the others have the option to buy back their shares. option the option to do something the right to buy or sell something in the future, for example property or stock in a company |
| 492 |
Flynn hasn't signed with a team yet and says he wants to keep his options open. option keep leave your options open to avoid making a decision now so that you will still have choices later |
| 493 |
Running a restaurant may seem exciting, but it's no soft option. option soft easy option something that is easy to do but that may not be the best thing to do |
| 494 |
Her grandfather died before she was born. born when a baby is born, it comes out of its mother's body and starts its life. The time when you are born is your birth, and a mother gives birth to a baby |
| 495 |
I was born in Tokyo. born born in when a baby is born, it comes out of its mother's body and starts its life. The time when you are born is your birth, and a mother gives birth to a baby |
| 496 |
The twins were born on 29 August, 1962. born born on when a baby is born, it comes out of its mother's body and starts its life. The time when you are born is your birth, and a mother gives birth to a baby |
| 497 |
Meg was born into a large family. born born into when a baby is born, it comes out of its mother's body and starts its life. The time when you are born is your birth, and a mother gives birth to a baby |
| 498 |
More children are now born to older women. born born to when a baby is born, it comes out of its mother's body and starts its life. The time when you are born is your birth, and a mother gives birth to a baby |
| 499 |
a German-born tennis player born used for saying where someone was born |
| 500 |
He was born blind. born used for saying that someone had a particular condition, personal quality, name, or social status at the time when they were born |
| 501 |
In extreme cases, babies can be born addicted to heroin. born used for saying that someone had a particular condition, personal quality, name, or social status at the time when they were born |
| 502 |
George Washington Carver was born a slave. born used for saying that someone had a particular condition, personal quality, name, or social status at the time when they were born |
| 503 |
Elton John, born Reginald Dwight born used for saying that someone had a particular condition, personal quality, name, or social status at the time when they were born |
| 504 |
Natalie was born to be a dancer. born used for emphasizing that someone has a natural ability to do something well or to behave in a certain way |
| 505 |
a born salesman leader optimist born used for emphasizing that someone has a natural ability to do something well or to behave in a certain way |
| 506 |
the laboratory where nuclear physics was born born if a new organization, idea etc is born, it begins to exist |
| 507 |
Jane was born and bred in Seattle. born born and bred used for saying where someone was born and grew up |
| 508 |
He's a Londoner, born and bred. born born and bred used for saying where someone was born and grew up |
| 509 |
With a strength born of desperation, he forced open the door. born born of out of something happening as the result of something |
| 510 |
How much do you reckon the house is worth? worth if you say how much something is worth, you state its value in money |
| 511 |
a Gucci watch worth 1,000 worth worth ten pounds $100 a lot etc if you say how much something is worth, you state its value in money |
| 512 |
I didn't think the furniture would be worth anything. worth if you say how much something is worth, you state its value in money |
| 513 |
The building itself must be worth a fortune. worth worth a fortune (=worth a very large sum of money) if you say how much something is worth, you state its value in money |
| 514 |
The book is definitely worth reading. worth be worth doing having seeing etc used for saying that there is a good enough reason for doing something, because it is important, enjoyable, useful etc |
| 515 |
We believe that our freedom is worth fighting for. worth used for saying that there is a good enough reason for doing something, because it is important, enjoyable, useful etc |
| 516 |
Owen's plan was risky, but it was worth a try. worth worth a try visit look used for saying that there is a good enough reason for doing something, because it is important, enjoyable, useful etc |
| 517 |
The Museum of Fine Arts is well worth a visit. worth well worth used for saying that there is a good enough reason for doing something, because it is important, enjoyable, useful etc |
| 518 |
It's a long way, and probably not worth the effort. worth be worth the effort time trouble used for saying that there is a good enough reason for doing something, because it is important, enjoyable, useful etc |
| 519 |
It's worth talking to your financial adviser before making your final decision. worth it is worth doing something used for saying that there is a good enough reason for doing something, because it is important, enjoyable, useful etc |
| 520 |
It was hard work, but it was worth it in the end. worth be worth it used for saying that there is a good enough reason for doing something, because it is important, enjoyable, useful etc |
| 521 |
She knows that her loyalty is worth a great deal to Charles. worth be worth something a lot a great deal etc used for saying how good, useful, or reliable someone or something is |
| 522 |
I'm afraid the government's promises aren't worth much. worth used for saying how good, useful, or reliable someone or something is |
| 523 |
She is now worth 20 million dollars. worth used for saying how rich someone is |
| 524 |
It's not worth their while when most of their profits go in taxes. worth be worth someone's while if it is worth your while to do something, you can get some benefit or advantage from doing it even though it may take some time or effort |
| 525 |
It's not really worth my while to paint the garage for 150. worth it is worth someone's while to do something if it is worth your while to do something, you can get some benefit or advantage from doing it even though it may take some time or effort |
| 526 |
We have a team manager who's worth his weight in gold. worth be worth your weight in gold to be extremely useful or valuable |
| 527 |
Paul began to struggle for all he was worth. worth do something for all you're worth to do something with as much effort as you can |
| 528 |
For what it's worth, I don't think we can do anymore until we get more training. worth for what it's worth used when you are telling someone something and you are not sure how useful it is. This is sometimes shown in emails as FWIW |
| 529 |
I promise I'll make this worth your while. worth make it worth someone's while to pay a reward to someone for doing something |
| 530 |
The guarantees aren't worth the paper they're printed on. worth something is not worth the paper it is printed on used for saying that something printed, especially a contract, is not reliable and has no value |
| 531 |
The fire destroyed millions of pounds' worth of equipment. worth ten pounds' $100 etc worth (of something) an amount measured by the financial value that it has |
| 532 |
They've produced five hours' worth of videos showing the glories of Scotland. worth two days' 12 hours' etc worth an amount measured by the time it lasts |
| 533 |
The United Nations has proved its worth over the years. worth how good, useful, or important someone or something is |
| 534 |
Houses are being sold at prices far below their true worth. worth the financial value of something |
| 535 |
No one has defined the scope of the project. define to describe clearly and exactly what something is |
| 536 |
The responsibilities of each team member need to be clearly defined. define to describe clearly and exactly what something is |
| 537 |
Defining the word 'love' can be very difficult. define to explain the meaning of a word |
| 538 |
Manual work is broadly defined as work that you do with your hands. define to explain the meaning of a word |
| 539 |
It is his work that really defines him. define to be a feature or quality that shows exactly what someone or something is like |
| 540 |
the high winds that define a storm as a hurricane define define someone something as to be a feature or quality that shows exactly what someone or something is like |
| 541 |
Our roles are all well defined. define |
| 542 |
a sharply defined image define |
| 543 |
Keep a good stock of nutritious foods available. stock stock of an amount of something that you keep so that you can use it when you need it |
| 544 |
Their stocks of ammunition were running dangerously low. stock an amount of something that you keep so that you can use it when you need it |
| 545 |
Much of the city's housing stock is of very poor quality. stock the total amount of something that is available for people to use |
| 546 |
Time is vital if fish stocks are to recover. stock the total amount of something that is available for people to use |
| 547 |
He had soon exhausted his stock of jokes. stock stock of an amount of facts, stories etc that someone knows |
| 548 |
We're having some new stock delivered this afternoon. stock the goods that are available to buy in a shop |
| 549 |
Do you have any of these batteries in stock at the moment? stock in stock the goods that are available to buy in a shop |
| 550 |
I'm afraid that size is out of stock. stock out of stock (=not available now) the goods that are available to buy in a shop |
| 551 |
He made a living buying and selling stocks and shares. stock one of the equal parts into which the value of a company is divided |
| 552 |
Technology stocks fell sharply today. stock one of the equal parts into which the value of a company is divided |
| 553 |
Add half a pint of chicken stock. stock a liquid made by boiling meat, bones, or vegetables and used for making soups and sauces |
| 554 |
He comes from Irish stock. stock the type of people that your family comes from |
| 555 |
The Prime Minister's stock remains low with the electorate. stock the degree to which someone is respected by other people |
| 556 |
There are no new deals currently on the stocks. stock on the stocks being prepared or produced |
| 557 |
Millie felt she needed to stop and take stock of her life. stock take stock (of something) to spend some time thinking about the situation that you are in before you decide what to do next |
| 558 |
Hooper gave all the usual stock answers to their questions. stock a stock answer is one that someone always gives when they are asked a particular question |
| 559 |
Do you stock fishing rods? stock if a shop stocks goods, it has them available for sale |
| 560 |
They had stocked their cupboards with food for the holidays. stock stock something with something to fill a place with things that you will need |
| 561 |
The bathroom was stocked with expensive toilet articles. stock to fill a place with things that you will need |
| 562 |
a river stocked with salmon stock stock something with something to put fish in a lake or river |
| 563 |
Without his famous father's influence, he would never have got the job. influence the effect that a person or thing has on someone's decisions, opinions, or behaviour or on the way something happens |
| 564 |
He couldn't hope to exert any real influence in the new department. influence exert exercise use influence the effect that a person or thing has on someone's decisions, opinions, or behaviour or on the way something happens |
| 565 |
Teachers have considerable influence over what is taught in the classroom. influence influence on over the effect that a person or thing has on someone's decisions, opinions, or behaviour or on the way something happens |
| 566 |
The decision-making process will be free from outside influence. influence outside influence (=the influence of people who do not belong to your group) the effect that a person or thing has on someone's decisions, opinions, or behaviour or on the way something happens |
| 567 |
His years in Hollywood were artistically a very destructive influence on his films. influence influence on a person or thing that has an effect on someone or something |
| 568 |
The family thought Anne was a good influence on their son. influence be a good bad influence (on someone something) a person or thing that has an effect on someone or something |
| 569 |
What factors influenced your decision to take the job? influence to affect the way that someone thinks or behaves, or to affect the way that something happens |
| 570 |
Research has shown that the weather can influence people's behaviour. influence to affect the way that someone thinks or behaves, or to affect the way that something happens |
| 571 |
His films were greatly influenced by Hitchcock. influence strongly greatly heavily influence someone something to affect the way that someone thinks or behaves, or to affect the way that something happens |
| 572 |
It was prolonged illness as a child that influenced her to become a doctor. influence influence someone to do something to affect the way that someone thinks or behaves, or to affect the way that something happens |
| 573 |
Let's go swimming on Friday. Friday the day after Thursday and before Saturday |
| 574 |
My birthday is on a Friday this year. Friday the day after Thursday and before Saturday |
| 575 |
He could see you this Friday morning. Friday the day after Thursday and before Saturday |
| 576 |
She leaves next Friday. Friday the day after Thursday and before Saturday |
| 577 |
We usually meet on Fridays. Friday on Fridays (=every Friday) the day after Thursday and before Saturday |
| 578 |
On one occasion we had to walk all the way home. occasion on one occasion (=once) a time at which something happens |
| 579 |
I'll let you off on this occasion. occasion on this occasion a time at which something happens |
| 580 |
We tested a similar product on an earlier occasion. occasion on an earlier occasion a time at which something happens |
| 581 |
He continues to work with us on occasion. occasion on occasion (=sometimes) a time at which something happens |
| 582 |
Her promotion was an occasion for great celebration. occasion occasion for a suitable time for something |
| 583 |
This is not the occasion for such a detailed analysis. occasion not the occasion for something (=not an appropriate time for something) a suitable time for something |
| 584 |
Victory provided him with the occasion for declaring himself king. occasion occasion for doing something a suitable time for something |
| 585 |
This will be an occasion for us all to make a new start. occasion occasion for someone to do something a suitable time for something |
| 586 |
The first opening of a Scottish parliament for 300 years was a historic occasion. occasion a special or important time or event |
| 587 |
The dress is perfect for a special occasion. occasion special occasion a special or important time or event |
| 588 |
We should mark the occasion in some way. occasion mark an occasion (=celebrate it) a special or important time or event |
| 589 |
There was a celebration on the occasion of the school's anniversary. occasion on the occasion of something (=when something special happens) a special or important time or event |
| 590 |
I've had no occasion to complain about their service. occasion have occasion to do something a reason for something |
| 591 |
His mistake was the occasion of much amusement. occasion be the occasion of something a cause of something |
| 592 |
If the occasion arises, I'll ask for your help. occasion if when the occasion arises if when a particular situation happens |
| 593 |
His performance was totally lacking in any sense of occasion. occasion a sense of occasion a feeling that a time or event is special or important |
| 594 |
These were problems occasioned by the change of economic policy. occasion to cause something |
| 595 |
Their rude attitude occasioned him much distress. occasion occasion someone something to cause something |
| 596 |
Dad was eventually diagnosed as suffering from a chronic heart condition. eventually at the end of a process or period of time in which many things happen |
| 597 |
We're hoping, eventually, to create 500 new jobs. eventually at the end of a process or period of time in which many things happen |
| 598 |
'Did they ever pay you?' 'Eventually, yes.' eventually at the end of a process or period of time in which many things happen |
| 599 |
word-processing software software programs used by computers for doing particular jobs |
| 600 |
software companies developers technology software connected with, working with, or caused by software |
| 601 |
Williams is a highly competitive player who hates losing. highly used before some adjectives to mean 'very' or 'very well' |
| 602 |
That now seems highly unlikely. highly used before some adjectives to mean 'very' or 'very well' |
| 603 |
a highly motivated salesman highly used before some adjectives to mean 'very' or 'very well' |
| 604 |
She's a highly educated young woman. highly used before some adjectives to mean 'very' or 'very well' |
| 605 |
highly dangerous chemicals highly used before some adjectives to mean 'very' or 'very well' |
| 606 |
highly paid company directors highly highly paid (=earning a lot of money) used before some adjectives to mean 'very' or 'very well' |
| 607 |
a highly paid job highly used before some adjectives to mean 'very' or 'very well' |
| 608 |
She has often said how highly she values your friendship. highly used for saying that someone or something is considered to be very good or very important |
| 609 |
a highly valued member of staff highly highly regarded respected valued used for saying that someone or something is considered to be very good or very important |
| 610 |
He is very highly regarded by his fellow musicians. highly used for saying that someone or something is considered to be very good or very important |
| 611 |
Everyone we talked to spoke very highly of him. highly speak think highly of used for saying that someone or something is considered to be very good or very important |
| 612 |
The new chef comes highly recommended by the food critics. highly someone comes highly recommended (=people have said good things about someone) used for saying that someone or something is considered to be very good or very important |
| 613 |
The two sides agreed an exchange of prisoners of war. exchange exchange of a situation in which one person gives another person something and receives something else of a similar type or value in return |
| 614 |
We had a frank exchange of views. exchange exchange of a situation in which people give each other information or discuss their ideas and opinions |
| 615 |
There was an angry exchange of letters between the two firms. exchange a situation in which people give each other information or discuss their ideas and opinions |
| 616 |
There was an exchange of fire and three soldiers fell dead. exchange an exchange of fire gunfire shots a situation in which someone shoots at another person and the other person shoots back |
| 617 |
Paul and Mark were having a heated exchange in the office. exchange heated exchange an angry conversation |
| 618 |
the abolition of exchange controls exchange the act of changing the money of one country to the money of another country |
| 619 |
I met Laurence on a French exchange. exchange an arrangement in which people or groups from different countries visit each other or do each other's jobs, for example in order to study another country's language or improve relationships |
| 620 |
the former corn exchange exchange a central place where goods of a particular type are bought and sold |
| 621 |
Economic sanctions would be lifted in exchange for renewed cooperation. exchange in exchange for if you give someone something in exchange for something else, you give them something and they give you something else of a similar type or value |
| 622 |
We exchanged addresses and promised to write to one another. exchange to give someone something in return for something that they give you |
| 623 |
The tokens can be exchanged for goods in any of our shops. exchange exchange something for something to give someone something in return for something that they give you |
| 624 |
We all exchanged greetings. exchange to say something to someone and then listen to what they say |
| 625 |
Team meetings are an opportunity to exchange ideas. exchange exchange ideas views information to say something to someone and then listen to what they say |
| 626 |
They exchanged a few words in what sounded like Spanish. exchange exchange words to say something to someone and then listen to what they say |
| 627 |
They exchanged some puzzled glances. exchange to look at someone who is looking at you |
| 628 |
I shook hands and exchanged smiles with Mr Wren. exchange to look at someone who is looking at you |
| 629 |
They sat on the bench together, sometimes exchanging kisses. exchange to do something to someone who is doing the same thing to you |
| 630 |
Blows were exchanged before the two could be pulled apart. exchange exchange blows punches (=fight) to do something to someone who is doing the same thing to you |
| 631 |
The match was cancelled because of lack of support. lack lack of a situation in which you do not have any, or enough, of something that you need or want |
| 632 |
Most of his problems stem from a lack of confidence. lack a situation in which you do not have any, or enough, of something that you need or want |
| 633 |
The court case was dismissed for lack of evidence. lack for lack of something a situation in which you do not have any, or enough, of something that you need or want |
| 634 |
We couldn't find her passport, but it wasn't for lack of trying (=we tried hard to find it). lack a situation in which you do not have any, or enough, of something that you need or want |
| 635 |
There is no lack of stories to fill the papers. lack no lack of something a lot of something, often more than you need |
| 636 |
He lacked the skills required for the job. lack to not have any or enough of something that you need or want |
| 637 |
The play was good in parts but generally the acting lacked sparkle. lack to not have any or enough of something that you need or want |
| 638 |
Houses shook as a bomb exploded in the neighbourhood. shake to make lots of quick small movements up and down, or side to side |
| 639 |
She was literally shaking with fear. shake shake with fear laughter etc if you shake, your body makes lots of small quick movements that you cannot control, usually because you are cold, or because you are feeling a very strong emotion |
| 640 |
An earthquake shook a wide area of southern Italy last year. shake to move something quickly up and down or side to side |
| 641 |
Shake the dressing well before you put it on the salad. shake to move something quickly up and down or side to side |
| 642 |
'You're not listening!' she cried, shaking him. shake to hold someone and move them quickly in order to get their attention, or to wake them |
| 643 |
She couldn't shake her fear of snakes. shake to get rid of something bad such as a problem, illness, or fear |
| 644 |
His voice shook as he asked her to marry him. shake if your voice shakes, it sounds weak, nervous, or emotional |
| 645 |
The news shook financial markets worldwide. shake to make something less strong, powerful, or confident |
| 646 |
Violent conflicts between tribes have shaken the region. shake to make something less strong, powerful, or confident |
| 647 |
The boy's tragic death shook the entire community. shake to frighten someone, or to cause them to feel strong emotions |
| 648 |
He was shaken and upset by the accident. shake to frighten someone, or to cause them to feel strong emotions |
| 649 |
They ran into the alley, hoping to shake off their pursuers. shake to escape from someone who is following or chasing you |
| 650 |
Nothing could shake Mary's confidence as an athlete. shake shake someone's belief confidence faith to make someone doubt something that they were certain was true |
| 651 |
'You had better be careful,' Dad said, shaking his finger at me. shake shake your finger (at someone) to point your finger at someone and move it up and down quickly as a way of showing that you do not approve of what they are doing |
| 652 |
The two drivers began yelling and shaking their fists at each other. shake shake your fist (at someone) to shake your closed hand in the direction of another person as a way of showing that you are angry at them |
| 653 |
'Nice to meet you,' Larry said, shaking my hand. shake shake hands (with someone) to hold someone's hand and move it up and down several times as a way of greeting them or of showing that you agree to something |
| 654 |
My boss shook his head and I knew not to ask again. shake to say no by turning your head from side to side |
| 655 |
She just smiled and shook her head as they sat and discussed football. shake to show you do not understand something by turning your head from side to side |
| 656 |
The film was so scary I was shaking in my boots. shake shake in your boots shoes to be afraid of something |
| 657 |
Shake a leg! The bus leaves in 15 minutes! shake shake a leg used for telling someone to hurry |
| 658 |
Put on a sweater – you're shaking like a leaf! shake shake like a leaf to shake a lot, for example because you are cold, nervous, or afraid |
| 659 |
Lance held his hand out and said, 'Let's shake on it.' shake shake on it used for saying that you want to shake hands with someone in order to show that you both agree to something |
| 660 |
John grabbed the gift and gave it a shake. shake give something a shake the action of shaking |
| 661 |
'No,' Mrs Callison said with a firm shake of the head. shake a shake of the head (=movement of your head from side to side in order to say no to something) the action of shaking |
| 662 |
Add three shakes of garlic salt. shake shake of the amount of liquid or powder that comes out of a container when you shake it once |
| 663 |
She got a bad case of the shakes before the show. shake have get the shakes uncontrolled quick movements of your body that you make because, for example, you are ill, nervous, or have drunk too much alcohol |
| 664 |
I'll be back in two shakes of a lamb's tail. shake in two shakes (of a lamb's tail) very quickly |
| 665 |
I tried hard but I was no great shakes at boxing. shake no great shakes not very skilful or impressive |
| 666 |
They are arriving on Wednesday. Wednesday the day after Tuesday and before Thursday |
| 667 |
This year, Christmas falls on a Wednesday. Wednesday the day after Tuesday and before Thursday |
| 668 |
Shall we meet on Wednesday evening? Wednesday Wednesday morning afternoon night etc the day after Tuesday and before Thursday |
| 669 |
I saw them last Wednesday. Wednesday last next Wednesday the day after Tuesday and before Thursday |
| 670 |
I never work on Wednesdays. Wednesday on Wednesdays (=every Wednesday) the day after Tuesday and before Thursday |
| 671 |
Some students failed to grasp even the simplest mathematical concepts. concept an idea of something that exists |
| 672 |
It's important that children learn to understand the concept of sharing. concept concept of an idea of something that exists |
| 673 |
The first year introduces the basic concepts of management. concept basic key concepts an idea of something that exists |
| 674 |
The company launched its discount airline concept in 1989. concept an idea for something new |
| 675 |
a new concept in fast food concept an idea for something new |
| 676 |
People have no concept of what it is like to live in real poverty. concept have no concept of something to be unable to imagine what something is like because you have never experienced it |
| 677 |
He looked at her with his pale blue eyes. blue something that is blue is the same colour as the sky on a clear sunny day. If something is similar to this colour, you can say that it is a bluish colour |
| 678 |
The sky was gloriously blue. blue something that is blue is the same colour as the sky on a clear sunny day. If something is similar to this colour, you can say that it is a bluish colour |
| 679 |
My fingers were turning blue with cold. blue blue with cold something that is blue is the same colour as the sky on a clear sunny day. If something is similar to this colour, you can say that it is a bluish colour |
| 680 |
She usually calls her mother when she's feeling blue. blue feeling rather sad |
| 681 |
They come to visit once in a blue moon. blue once in a blue moon very rarely |
| 682 |
She screamed blue murder when they tried to give her the injection. blue scream blue murder to shout or protest very loudly because you are very angry or feeling a lot of pain |
| 683 |
You can say 'don't do it' until you're blue in the face, but if kids want to do it, they will. blue until till you are blue in the face used for saying that there is no use in trying to persuade someone to do something because you will not succeed |
| 684 |
The boy was dressed all in blue. blue the colour of the sky on a clear sunny day |
| 685 |
The room had been decorated using bright blues and yellows. blue the colour of the sky on a clear sunny day |
| 686 |
He was a cricket Blue at Oxford. blue a person who has played for Oxford University or Cambridge University in a sport |
| 687 |
Out of the blue she said, 'Your name's John, isn't it?' blue out of the blue happening in a way that is sudden and unexpected, and does not seem connected with anything that happened before |
| 688 |
a Hollywood TV pop soccer star star a famous and popular person, especially an actor, entertainer, or sports personality |
| 689 |
All the big stars were at the party. star a big star a famous and popular person, especially an actor, entertainer, or sports personality |
| 690 |
the former child star Shirley Temple star a child star a famous and popular person, especially an actor, entertainer, or sports personality |
| 691 |
I think we've got a star in the making here. star a star in the making (=someone who is likely to become a star) a famous and popular person, especially an actor, entertainer, or sports personality |
| 692 |
With his contacts he can make you a star. star make someone a star a famous and popular person, especially an actor, entertainer, or sports personality |
| 693 |
He's a good player but he lacks star quality. star star quality typical of a star, or suitable for a star |
| 694 |
She always gets star treatment wherever she goes. star star treatment (=very good and special treatment) typical of a star, or suitable for a star |
| 695 |
Today, he's the star of a hundred-million-dollar movie. star the main actor or performer in a film, play, television programme etc |
| 696 |
The dog was undoubtedly the star of the show. star the star of the show (=the best actor or performer) the main actor or performer in a film, play, television programme etc |
| 697 |
How many stars does the hotel have? star a sign shaped like a star that is given to a hotel or restaurant to show which group it belongs to according to its quality or importance |
| 698 |
We stayed in a five-star hotel on our honeymoon. star a three-star five-star hotel restaurant a sign shaped like a star that is given to a hotel or restaurant to show which group it belongs to according to its quality or importance |
| 699 |
She got a gold star for her drawing. star a sign or small piece of paper shaped like a star that is given to someone, especially a child, as a reward for good work |
| 700 |
I've put stars next to the names I want you to check. star a sign like a star with a lot of points, used for example in computers, on a telephone, or for marking something as important |
| 701 |
Press star now. star a sign like a star with a lot of points, used for example in computers, on a telephone, or for marking something as important |
| 702 |
We always put a star at the top of our Christmas tree. star an object or shape with five or more points that looks like a star |
| 703 |
the 50 stars on the US flag star an object or shape with five or more points that looks like a star |
| 704 |
McAllister was most definitely the star of the Scottish team. star star of someone or something that is clearly better than all the other people or things in a group |
| 705 |
He had once been regarded as the rising star of the Party. star a rising star (of something) someone or something that is clearly better than all the other people or things in a group |
| 706 |
Mick was a star pupil at his school. star a star pupil someone or something that is clearly better than all the other people or things in a group |
| 707 |
The Peugeot 805 is the star attraction at this year's motor show. star a star attraction someone or something that is clearly better than all the other people or things in a group |
| 708 |
Oh, that's great. You're a star! star someone who does something kind and helpful |
| 709 |
He wondered what the stars held for him now. star a power that some people believe influences what happens in the future |
| 710 |
Have you read your stars today? star a horoscope |
| 711 |
My stars say that I'm going to have a bad week. star a horoscope |
| 712 |
I see lots of young players with stars in their eyes. star stars in your eyes if you have stars in your eyes, you are very hopeful and enthusiastic about what is going to happen to you in the future, although this is not a practical or sensible way for you to behave |
| 713 |
That night, we slept out under the stars. star under the stars outside in the open air at night |
| 714 |
It was written in the stars that we would never meet again. star written in the stars certain to happen |
| 715 |
Sarah has missed her chance of starring in the school play. star star in to be the main actor or performer in a film, play, television programme etc |
| 716 |
He starred in Devil's Advocate as an ambitious lawyer. star star as to be the main actor or performer in a film, play, television programme etc |
| 717 |
Starring alongside Harrison Ford will be Meryl Streep and George Clooney. star star with alongside to be the main actor or performer in a film, play, television programme etc |
| 718 |
In her next film she stars opposite Travolta. star star opposite (=as the other main actor) to be the main actor or performer in a film, play, television programme etc |
| 719 |
The X-Files, starring David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson. star if a film, play, television programme etc stars someone, they are the main actor or performer in it |
| 720 |
It stars Anthony Hopkins as President Nixon. star star someone as someone something if a film, play, television programme etc stars someone, they are the main actor or performer in it |
| 721 |
The books that are starred cost more than 10. star to put a sign shaped like a star next to something on a list in order to mark it as special or important |
| 722 |
Radio and television have had an enormous effect on people's lives. radio a system of broadcasting information and programmes that people can listen to |
| 723 |
He worked in radio for nearly 40 years. radio a system of broadcasting information and programmes that people can listen to |
| 724 |
BBC Radio 1 radio a system of broadcasting information and programmes that people can listen to |
| 725 |
a car radio radio a piece of equipment that you use for listening to radio programmes |
| 726 |
Let's turn on the radio. It's time for the news. radio turn on off a radio a piece of equipment that you use for listening to radio programmes |
| 727 |
I enjoy listening to the radio while I'm driving. radio the programmes that are broadcast for people to listen to |
| 728 |
We heard a lot of flood warnings on the radio. radio on the radio the programmes that are broadcast for people to listen to |
| 729 |
the radio news radio relating to radio |
| 730 |
an independent radio station radio relating to radio |
| 731 |
We remained in constant radio contact. radio a system of sending and receiving spoken messages by using electronic signals, for example the system used by the police or pilots |
| 732 |
We might be able to contact him by radio. radio by radio a system of sending and receiving spoken messages by using electronic signals, for example the system used by the police or pilots |
| 733 |
a two-way radio radio the piece of equipment used for sending or receiving spoken messages using electronic signals |
| 734 |
The pilot radioed that he was having engine problems. radio to communicate with someone using a radio |
| 735 |
We radioed for help. radio to communicate with someone using a radio |
| 736 |
There was no one around. no one not any person |
| 737 |
No one's listening. no one not any person |
| 738 |
Take your orders from no one but me. no one not any person |
| 739 |
No one else wanted the job. no one no one else not any person |
| 740 |
I'm staying with Sally until my heating gets fixed – it's just a temporary arrangement. arrangement a way of organizing things so that problems are solved or avoided |
| 741 |
Her husband is away, so she'll have to make other childcare arrangements. arrangement make an arrangement a way of organizing things so that problems are solved or avoided |
| 742 |
How are the wedding arrangements coming along? arrangement practical plans for managing the details of an event involving many people |
| 743 |
sleeping seating arrangements arrangement practical plans for managing the details of an event involving many people |
| 744 |
They have an arrangement with Pepsi-Cola to share distribution facilities. arrangement arrangement with an agreement or plan that you make with someone else |
| 745 |
We're trying to come to an arrangement about who should pay the legal fees. arrangement come to an arrangement an agreement or plan that you make with someone else |
| 746 |
Evening meals are available by arrangement (=if you agree in advance). arrangement by arrangement an agreement or plan that you make with someone else |
| 747 |
a floral arrangement arrangement a set of things that have been arranged to look attractive |
| 748 |
the arrangement of bones in the skull arrangement the way that things are arranged in a particular order or pattern |
| 749 |
He will play his own arrangement of Handel's Water Music. arrangement a piece of music that has been changed for a particular type of voice or instrument |
| 750 |
She opened the suitcase and examined the contents. examine to look at something carefully in order to find out about it or see what it is like |
| 751 |
He picks up each item and examines it carefully. examine to look at something carefully in order to find out about it or see what it is like |
| 752 |
I think you should be examined by a doctor. examine if a doctor examines you, they look carefully at your body to check if you are healthy |
| 753 |
Scientists are examining the impact of global warming on local climates. examine to study a subject or consider an idea or plan carefully |
| 754 |
The committee will examine four proposals. examine to study a subject or consider an idea or plan carefully |
| 755 |
Candidates will be examined on their written and oral language skills. examine examine someone on something to give students an examination to test their knowledge |
| 756 |
She's a tough old bird. bird a particular type of person |
| 757 |
He's done bird, you know. bird do bird to be in prison |
| 758 |
The first bright green leaves were showing. green something that is green is the same colour as grass. If something is similar to this colour, you can say that it is a greenish colour or a greeny colour |
| 759 |
green-blue eyes green something that is green is the same colour as grass. If something is similar to this colour, you can say that it is a greenish colour or a greeny colour |
| 760 |
The landscape was gradually getting greener. green a green area has a lot of grass, plants, or trees |
| 761 |
a campaign to protect the city's green spaces green a green area has a lot of grass, plants, or trees |
| 762 |
greener farming methods green designed to protect the environment or to limit damage to the environment |
| 763 |
wind farms and other green energy schemes green designed to protect the environment or to limit damage to the environment |
| 764 |
Green campaigners are aiming to block development of the site. green used about people who care about the environment |
| 765 |
He pledged to make Europe greener. green used about places in which the environment is protected |
| 766 |
green tomatoes green not yet ready to be eaten |
| 767 |
a green salad green made from the green leaves of vegetables |
| 768 |
She was dressed in green. green the colour of grass |
| 769 |
They moved to a house overlooking the green. green a large area of grass, for example in a village, where people can walk, sit, or play games |
| 770 |
the 18th green green in golf, the area of short grass around a hole |
| 771 |
I had lunch with Joe on Thursday. Thursday the day after Wednesday and before Friday |
| 772 |
She usually works at home on a Thursday. Thursday the day after Wednesday and before Friday |
| 773 |
The dentist's is closed on Thursday afternoon. Thursday the day after Wednesday and before Friday |
| 774 |
Could I make an appointment for next Thursday morning? Thursday the day after Wednesday and before Friday |
| 775 |
Adam has his piano lesson on Thursdays. Thursday on Thursdays (=every Thursday) the day after Wednesday and before Friday |
| 776 |
a rock and roll band band a small group of musicians who play popular music such as jazz or rock: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 777 |
a military band band a large group of musicians who play instruments such as trumpets and drums |
| 778 |
a band of outlaws band band of a group of people who do something together or who share a particular feature or interest |
| 779 |
a growing band of enthusiasts band a group of people who do something together or who share a particular feature or interest |
| 780 |
It's one of the dwindling band of independent car-makers. band a group of people who do something together or who share a particular feature or interest |
| 781 |
The rouble was trading within a band of 4,000 to 4,500 to the pound. band a range of values, prices, ages etc in a system used for measuring or grouping people or things |
| 782 |
If I get this job, I'll be moving into a higher tax band. band a range of values, prices, ages etc in a system used for measuring or grouping people or things |
| 783 |
She wore a band round her hair. band a flat narrow piece of cloth with the ends joined together to form a circle |
| 784 |
a hat band band a flat narrow piece of cloth with the ends joined together to form a circle |
| 785 |
The male bird has a brown band across its chest. band a line of something such as colour or light |
| 786 |
We can expect another band of showers in the afternoon. band a narrow area of rain that passes over a place |
| 787 |
The birds are banded so we can track their movements. band to put a circular band around something |
| 788 |
Please don't talk about sex in front of the children. sex the activity in which people kiss and touch each other's sexual organs, which may also include sexual intercourse |
| 789 |
the impact of sex and violence in TV programmes sex the activity in which people kiss and touch each other's sexual organs, which may also include sexual intercourse |
| 790 |
Parents worry about their teenagers having sex. sex have sex the activity in which people kiss and touch each other's sexual organs, which may also include sexual intercourse |
| 791 |
a sex partner (=someone who you have sex with) sex relating to or involving sexual activity |
| 792 |
a sex scandal involving the President sex relating to or involving sexual activity |
| 793 |
equal treatment of the sexes sex males or females considered as separate groups |
| 794 |
The hostel has separate sleeping areas for each sex. sex males or females considered as separate groups |
| 795 |
Discrimination against someone based on their sex is illegal. sex the group of features or qualities that make a person, animal, or plant either male or female |
| 796 |
We don't want to know the sex of our baby before it is born. sex the group of features or qualities that make a person, animal, or plant either male or female |
| 797 |
He had long bony fingers. finger your fingers are the long thin parts on the end of your hands |
| 798 |
She ran her fingers over the smooth wood. finger your fingers are the long thin parts on the end of your hands |
| 799 |
There was a hole in one of the fingers of her glove. finger the part of a piece of clothing that covers one of your fingers |
| 800 |
Serve with fingers of toast. finger something that has a long thin shape, for example a piece of food or an area of land |
| 801 |
This is his way of sticking two fingers up at society. finger to do something rude as a way of showing you do not care what someone thinks |
| 802 |
He nervously fingered the knife. finger to touch or feel something with your fingers |
| 803 |
a gas electric cooker cooker a large piece of kitchen equipment that is used for cooking. The American word is stove |
| 804 |
I'll meet you at half past five. past used for saying what time it is when it is not more than thirty minutes after one, two etc o'clock |
| 805 |
It's exactly ten past three. past used for saying what time it is when it is not more than thirty minutes after one, two etc o'clock |
| 806 |
It was past midnight by the time we arrived. past later than a particular time |
| 807 |
I walked past several hotels on my way to the petrol station. past going near someone or something while you are on your way to another place |
| 808 |
He got the ball and headed it past Mitchell. past going near someone or something while you are on your way to another place |
| 809 |
The river winds its way past the picturesque village of Comrie. past going near someone or something while you are on your way to another place |
| 810 |
The thieves somehow got past all the alarms. past going near someone or something while you are on your way to another place |
| 811 |
She heard music coming from inside the van as it drove past. past going near someone or something while you are on your way to another place |
| 812 |
Turn right a mile past the graveyard and you'll see the church. past further than a particular place along a road, path, river etc |
| 813 |
You'll find the town about 80 miles south of Missoula, just past Darby. past just past further than a particular place along a road, path, river etc |
| 814 |
I tried to catch his eye, but he stared right past me. past right past looking towards a place behind someone or something instead of directly at them |
| 815 |
Tom seemed to be looking straight past me at the wall. past straight past looking towards a place behind someone or something instead of directly at them |
| 816 |
He was past his prime as a player by then. past used for saying that someone or something has passed a particular stage or point |
| 817 |
I tried to read the book, but couldn't get past the first chapter. past used for saying that someone or something has passed a particular stage or point |
| 818 |
The months went past, and still no word from her. past used for saying that a period of time passes |
| 819 |
The days seem to be just whizzing past. past used for saying that a period of time passes |
| 820 |
I used to worry about him coming home late, but now I'm past caring. past used for saying that your attitudes or feelings have changed in such a way that you no longer think about something |
| 821 |
I wouldn't put it past him to steal from his own family. past I wouldn't put it past someone (to do something) used for saying that you think someone is capable of doing something bad |
| 822 |
Many employers seem to consider anyone over 50 to be past it. past past it no longer able to do what you used to do because you are too old |
| 823 |
The patient's condition has improved over the past 24 hours. past happening or existing in the period of time that has just finished |
| 824 |
He has spent the past two weeks travelling around the country. past happening or existing in the period of time that has just finished |
| 825 |
In the past year, nearly 15,000 jobs have been lost in Scotland. past happening or existing in the period of time that has just finished |
| 826 |
I know from past experience that this work is very time-consuming. past happening or existing at any earlier time |
| 827 |
The report is highly critical of the Department's past performance. past happening or existing at any earlier time |
| 828 |
He is a past president of the Union. past happening or existing at any earlier time |
| 829 |
The shaded areas on the map show the past and present extent of the forest. past happening or existing at any earlier time |
| 830 |
Summer is past, and autumn is upon us. past ended, or no longer existing |
| 831 |
My running days are long past. past ended, or no longer existing |
| 832 |
Archaeology helps us to understand the past. past the time before the present, and everything that happened then |
| 833 |
He has made similar promises in the past. past the time before the present, and everything that happened then |
| 834 |
The business has grown steadily in the recent past. past the time before the present, and everything that happened then |
| 835 |
Anyway, it's all in the past now (=something unpleasant is over and can be forgotten). past the time before the present, and everything that happened then |
| 836 |
My past as a player has undoubtedly helped me in my career as a coach. past the things that someone has done or the things that have happened to someone or something during the time before now |
| 837 |
a legacy of our imperial past past the things that someone has done or the things that have happened to someone or something during the time before now |
| 838 |
We discovered that the author had a murky past. past an earlier part of someone's life that they keep secret because other people would not approve of it |
| 839 |
Only his family and closest friends know about his past. past an earlier part of someone's life that they keep secret because other people would not approve of it |
| 840 |
The republic was declared a fully independent state. independent ruled by its own government, rather than controlled by another country |
| 841 |
The Republic of Brazil became independent from Portugal in 1822. independent independent from ruled by its own government, rather than controlled by another country |
| 842 |
Many TV companies commission all their programmes from independent producers. independent not employed or controlled by a company |
| 843 |
He stood as an independent candidate. independent not belonging to any political party |
| 844 |
Seek independent legal advice before entering into an agreement. independent fair because of not being influenced by anyone else |
| 845 |
There have been calls for an independent inquiry into the train crash. independent fair because of not being influenced by anyone else |
| 846 |
His wages enabled him to become economically independent of his family. independent independent of not depending on other people for money |
| 847 |
Even as a child he was fiercely (=very) independent. independent not depending on other people for help, or preferring to do things by yourself |
| 848 |
The equipment has its own independent power supply. independent not connected with or joined to anything else |
| 849 |
The incidents were completely independent of one another. independent independent of not connected with or joined to anything else |
| 850 |
camping lifting safety equipment equipment the tools, machines, or other things that you need for a particular job or activity |
| 851 |
A computer is the most important piece of equipment you will buy. equipment piece of equipment the tools, machines, or other things that you need for a particular job or activity |
| 852 |
They don't have the mental equipment to know any better. equipment the personal qualities that you need in order to be able to do something |
| 853 |
The museum opens to the public in June. June the sixth month of the year, between May and July |
| 854 |
Our last class is on June 5th. June the sixth month of the year, between May and July |
| 855 |
I started looking for a job last June. June the sixth month of the year, between May and July |
| 856 |
We were driving from north to south. north the direction that is on your left when you are looking at the sun when it rises, and is usually at the top of a map |
| 857 |
She grew up in the north of France. north the direction that is on your left when you are looking at the sun when it rises, and is usually at the top of a map |
| 858 |
How do you like living in the north? north the part of a country, region, or place that is in the north |
| 859 |
The geese will soon be flying north. north towards the north |
| 860 |
His family moved north from Florida. north towards the north |
| 861 |
a village 10 miles north of here north north of (=on the north side of a place) towards the north |
| 862 |
the north coast of Spain north in the north, or looking towards the north |
| 863 |
North Yorkshire north in the north, or looking towards the north |
| 864 |
I got your email message, thank you. message a piece of written or spoken information that you send to someone, especially when you cannot speak to them directly |
| 865 |
There's a message for you here from Kimberly. message message for someone from someone a piece of written or spoken information that you send to someone, especially when you cannot speak to them directly |
| 866 |
If I'm not there, just leave a message with Chris. message leave a message a piece of written or spoken information that you send to someone, especially when you cannot speak to them directly |
| 867 |
She's not here at the moment – can I take a message? message take a message (=take information on the telephone and give it to someone else) a piece of written or spoken information that you send to someone, especially when you cannot speak to them directly |
| 868 |
The family received several messages of support. message message of support congratulation sympathy etc a piece of written or spoken information that you send to someone, especially when you cannot speak to them directly |
| 869 |
I had 35 new messages this morning. message a piece of information that you send by email |
| 870 |
The film sends a clear message about the dangers of drug-taking. message the main idea that you want people to remember from a speech, advertisement, article etc |
| 871 |
Advertisements need to get the message across in 60 seconds or less. message get the message across (=make people understand something) the main idea that you want people to remember from a speech, advertisement, article etc |
| 872 |
We hope to bring home the message that tobacco is harmful. message ram bring home a message to emphasize the main idea that you want people to understand, believe, or remember |
| 873 |
I don't want to see him any more. Why doesn't he get the message? message get the message to understand what someone is trying to tell you, even if they do not say it directly |
| 874 |
Edward knew it was dangerous, but he felt no fear. fear the feeling that you have when you are frightened |
| 875 |
She eventually managed to overcome her fear of the dark. fear fear of the feeling that you have when you are frightened |
| 876 |
Martin screamed in fear. fear in fear the feeling that you have when you are frightened |
| 877 |
I was suddenly filled with fear. fear be filled with fear the feeling that you have when you are frightened |
| 878 |
She was shaking with fear. fear shake tremble with fear the feeling that you have when you are frightened |
| 879 |
A meeting was set up to try to allay workers' fears. fear something bad or unpleasant that you are afraid might happen |
| 880 |
There are fears about the safety of the nuclear plant. fear fear about something bad or unpleasant that you are afraid might happen |
| 881 |
This latest case has raised fears of an epidemic. fear fear of something bad or unpleasant that you are afraid might happen |
| 882 |
He expressed fears for his missing wife's safety. fear fear for something bad or unpleasant that you are afraid might happen |
| 883 |
Sandbags were placed along the shore amid fears that the lake would overflow. fear fear that something bad or unpleasant that you are afraid might happen |
| 884 |
There's no fear of becoming bored in a place like this. fear fear of the possibility that something bad will happen |
| 885 |
I don't think there's any fear that that will happen. fear fear (that) the possibility that something bad will happen |
| 886 |
I didn't tell Susan about our meeting for fear of upsetting her. fear for fear of (doing) something in case you make something bad happen |
| 887 |
Scientists reject a total ban for fear it will undermine efforts to stop the spread of malaria. fear for fear of (doing) something in case you make something bad happen |
| 888 |
The refugees fear persecution if they return to their own country. fear to feel worried and afraid that something bad will happen or has already happened |
| 889 |
One person is still missing, feared dead. fear to feel worried and afraid that something bad will happen or has already happened |
| 890 |
Health experts fear that a flu epidemic will hit Britain this winter. fear fear (that) to feel worried and afraid that something bad will happen or has already happened |
| 891 |
He was hated and feared by his colleagues. fear to feel afraid of someone or something because they might harm you |
| 892 |
neighbourhoods where police feared to go fear fear to do something to feel afraid of someone or something because they might harm you |
| 893 |
They were very late, and I was beginning to fear the worst. fear fear the worst (for) to feel worried that something very bad will happen or has already happened |
| 894 |
Local shopkeepers fear the worst if the new supermarket is built. fear fear the worst (for) to feel worried that something very bad will happen or has already happened |
| 895 |
I fear that we may never know what really happened. fear I fear (that) so not used for saying that you believe something bad has happened or might happen and that you are sad about it |
| 896 |
'Will he help us?' 'I fear not.' fear I fear (that) so not used for saying that you believe something bad has happened or might happen and that you are sad about it |
| 897 |
I've got a job interview on Tuesday afternoon. afternoon the period of time between the middle of the day and the beginning of the evening |
| 898 |
What are you doing tomorrow afternoon? afternoon the period of time between the middle of the day and the beginning of the evening |
| 899 |
I might go shopping this afternoon. afternoon this afternoon the period of time between the middle of the day and the beginning of the evening |
| 900 |
Perhaps we can meet sometime tomorrow in the afternoon. afternoon in the afternoon the period of time between the middle of the day and the beginning of the evening |
| 901 |
an afternoon walk nap afternoon done or happening in the afternoon |
| 902 |
afternoon tea afternoon done or happening in the afternoon |
| 903 |
The staff just stood around drinking cups of tea. drink to take liquid into your body through your mouth |
| 904 |
Drink your juice, Thomas. drink to take liquid into your body through your mouth |
| 905 |
Rosie drank thirstily from a can of cola. drink drink from out of to take liquid into your body through your mouth |
| 906 |
My parents don't drink. drink to drink alcohol, especially regularly or too often |
| 907 |
The young man had been out drinking with his friends. drink to drink alcohol, especially regularly or too often |
| 908 |
The campaign against drinking and driving will continue. drink drink and drive (=drive after drinking alcohol) to drink alcohol, especially regularly or too often |
| 909 |
She could drink all the men under the table. drink drink someone under the table to drink more alcohol than someone else without becoming as drunk as they do |
| 910 |
Cassie always had a drink and a snack when she got home from school. drink an amount of liquid that someone drinks |
| 911 |
I need a drink of water. drink drink of an amount of liquid that someone drinks |
| 912 |
What drink would you like? drink a particular kind of liquid for drinking |
| 913 |
They had had no food or drink all day. drink drinks in general |
| 914 |
Hector ordered drinks at the bar. drink an alcoholic drink |
| 915 |
Would you like to go for a drink after work? drink go for have a drink an alcoholic drink |
| 916 |
After the accident she turned to drink. drink the habit of drinking alcoholic drinks |
| 917 |
I've heard that his wife has a drink problem. drink have a drink problem (=regularly drink too much alcohol) the habit of drinking alcoholic drinks |
| 918 |
He was lying on the bed, fully dressed. fully completely |
| 919 |
I did not fully appreciate the seriousness of the situation. fully completely |
| 920 |
She still hasn't fully recovered from her shoulder injury. fully completely |
| 921 |
The report did not fully explain the reasons for their son's death. fully thoroughly and in detail |
| 922 |
He kicked the ball fully 30 yards. fully used for emphasizing the size, number, or amount of something |
| 923 |
training for a big race race a competition that decides who is the fastest at doing something, especially running |
| 924 |
a close difficult tough race race a competition that decides who is the fastest at doing something, especially running |
| 925 |
Marlene needs to win the last race to retain her title. race win lose a race a competition that decides who is the fastest at doing something, especially running |
| 926 |
There are three main candidates in the race for the presidency. race race for a competition in which a person, organization, business, or country tries to win something or be the first to do something |
| 927 |
We are losing the race to find a cure for AIDS. race a race to do something a competition in which a person, organization, business, or country tries to win something or be the first to do something |
| 928 |
The race is on to save one of the country's most endangered species. race the race is on (=it has started) a competition in which a person, organization, business, or country tries to win something or be the first to do something |
| 929 |
We always enjoy a day at the races. race a series of horse races |
| 930 |
York Races race a series of horse races |
| 931 |
We do not discriminate on the basis of race or gender. race a group of people who are similar because they have the same skin colour or other physical features |
| 932 |
With only two days before the election, they find themselves in a race against time. race a race against time a situation in which someone must do or finish something very quickly because they only have a limited amount of time to do it |
| 933 |
Only 11 of the original 18 horses will be racing. race to compete against other people or animals in a race |
| 934 |
I raced my brother down the street. race to compete against other people or animals in a race |
| 935 |
He still finds the time to race bikes on the European circuit. race to use a car, boat, horse, or other animal for competing in a race |
| 936 |
The economy seems to be racing towards another slump. race to move very quickly |
| 937 |
He raced to the bathroom when he heard Cheryl scream. race race to to move very quickly |
| 938 |
She tried to control the thoughts that were racing through her mind. race race through to move very quickly |
| 939 |
She felt her heart begin to race madly. race to work or move at a faster speed than usual |
| 940 |
We could hear the engine racing. race to work or move at a faster speed than usual |
| 941 |
The children were raced to hospital. race to take someone somewhere quickly |
| 942 |
Extremist political parties gained 11% of the vote. gain to get or achieve something, usually as a result of a lot of effort |
| 943 |
Bolivia gained independence from Spain in 1825. gain to get or achieve something, usually as a result of a lot of effort |
| 944 |
She gained a first in her French degree. gain to get or achieve something, usually as a result of a lot of effort |
| 945 |
He gained entry to the building by showing a fake pass. gain gain access admittance entry to something to get or achieve something, usually as a result of a lot of effort |
| 946 |
Her theories have only recently gained acceptance. gain to get more of something, usually as a result of a gradual process |
| 947 |
She hopes to gain experience by working abroad for a year. gain gain something from by (doing) something to get more of something, usually as a result of a gradual process |
| 948 |
The property has gained steadily in value since they bought it. gain gain in to get more of something, usually as a result of a gradual process |
| 949 |
I've gained a lot of weight this winter. gain gain weight to get more of something, usually as a result of a gradual process |
| 950 |
The toboggan sped down the hill, gaining momentum. gain gain speed momentum to get more of something, usually as a result of a gradual process |
| 951 |
There is a lot to be gained from schools working together. gain gain something from (doing) something to get a benefit or advantage for yourself |
| 952 |
We should act immediately. There is nothing to be gained from waiting. gain there is nothing to be gained from by doing something to get a benefit or advantage for yourself |
| 953 |
Whether you succeed or fail, you are sure to gain from the experience. gain gain from to get a benefit or advantage for yourself |
| 954 |
When the business is sold, all the brothers stand to gain. gain stand to gain (=be likely to get money or other benefits) to get a benefit or advantage for yourself |
| 955 |
The Nikkei index gained 45 points. gain if shares or the markets gain, the value of shares increases |
| 956 |
BA shares gained overnight. gain if shares or the markets gain, the value of shares increases |
| 957 |
The clock on my computer gains a minute every day. gain if a clock gains, it operates too fast so that the time it shows is later than the actual time |
| 958 |
They finally gained the summit. gain to arrive at a place, especially one that is difficult to reach |
| 959 |
The Democratic candidate is rapidly gaining ground in many states. gain to become more successful, popular, or accepted |
| 960 |
The baby's weight gain during the first six months was normal. gain an improvement or increase in something |
| 961 |
The Green Party made big gains in the local elections. gain an improvement or increase in something |
| 962 |
We have seen impressive gains in productivity over the last 12 months. gain gain in an improvement or increase in something |
| 963 |
It is a policy that will bring significant gains to all sections of the community. gain a benefit, or an advantage |
| 964 |
He seems to have entered politics solely for personal gain. gain for personal material financial gain the money or other benefits that you can get from something |
| 965 |
the jack of diamonds jack a playing card that has a picture of a young man on it and is worth more than a ten and less than a queen |
| 966 |
successful language-learning strategies strategy a plan or method for achieving something, especially over a long period of time |
| 967 |
The countries hope to devise a common strategy to provide aid. strategy a plan or method for achieving something, especially over a long period of time |
| 968 |
experts in military strategy strategy the skill of planning how to achieve something, especially in war or business |
| 969 |
There's no extra money for emergencies. extra in addition to the usual or expected amount |
| 970 |
We need extra space for guests. extra in addition to the usual or expected amount |
| 971 |
As an extra precaution, I turned off the electricity. extra in addition to the usual or expected amount |
| 972 |
It's 20 for dinner, and drinks are extra. extra be extra to cost an additional amount of money |
| 973 |
extramarital (=not forming part of a marriage) extra- outside or beyond something: used with some adjectives |
| 974 |
an extraterrestrial (=a creature from outside the Earth) extra- outside or beyond something: used with some adjectives |
| 975 |
The car comes with most extras that you'd expect, like twin air-bags. extra something that you can buy with something else for an additional payment |
| 976 |
A virus checker is available as an optional extra for your computer. extra optional extra something that you can buy with something else for an additional payment |
| 977 |
You have to pay extra for insurance. extra more than a particular amount of money |
| 978 |
It costs extra if you travel before 10 am. extra more than a particular amount of money |
| 979 |
Be extra careful when you go out alone at night. extra very: used for emphasizing adjectives and adverbs |
| 980 |
an extra special gift extra very: used for emphasizing adjectives and adverbs |
| 981 |
a love scene scene a part of a play, book, film etc in which events happen in the same place or period of time |
| 982 |
the opening scene of Macbeth scene opening final scene a part of a play, book, film etc in which events happen in the same place or period of time |
| 983 |
We have to shoot this scene today. scene film shoot rehearse a scene a part of a play, book, film etc in which events happen in the same place or period of time |
| 984 |
She stood in the doorway surveying the scene. scene a view that you can see in a picture or from the place where you are |
| 985 |
paintings that depict scenes of country life scene a view that you can see in a picture or from the place where you are |
| 986 |
the scene of the crime accident attack scene scene of a place where something happens, usually something bad |
| 987 |
The paramedics will be at the scene within a few minutes. scene on at the scene a place where something happens, usually something bad |
| 988 |
Picture a peaceful scene and try to relax. scene describe imagine picture visualize a scene something that happens in a particular place |
| 989 |
Eyewitness reports describe a scene of desolation. scene scene of something that happens in a particular place |
| 990 |
He is an important figure on the political scene. scene a particular interest or activity, and the people and places that are involved in it |
| 991 |
the music rave dance scene scene a particular interest or activity, and the people and places that are involved in it |
| 992 |
Stop making such a scene! scene make cause a scene a noisy argument or a strong show of feelings in a public place |
| 993 |
There's a bad scene at home right now. scene a situation |
| 994 |
a band that first came on the scene in the 1980s scene be come on the scene to start to exist or to get involved in a situation or activity |
| 995 |
These agreements have been drafted by officials behind the scenes. scene secretly rather than publicly |
| 996 |
behind-the-scenes negotiations scene secretly rather than publicly |
| 997 |
He prefers to work behind the scenes as a director. scene not seen or heard by the audience of a film, play etc |
| 998 |
Camping isn't my scene. scene not your scene not something that you enjoy |
| 999 |
These findings have set the scene for further debate on the system. scene set the scene for to create the conditions that make it possible for an event to happen |
| 1000 |
Let me just set the scene by telling you a little about the school. scene to give someone the information that they need so that they can understand what is going to happen or be said |
| 1001 |
It's rude to stare. stare to look at someone or something very directly for a long time |
| 1002 |
He lifted his head and stared at her. stare stare at to look at someone or something very directly for a long time |
| 1003 |
They sat on the balcony, staring out across the valley. stare stare into out of through etc to look at someone or something very directly for a long time |
| 1004 |
He walked up to the house and stared through the window. stare to look at someone or something very directly for a long time |
| 1005 |
She was staring at me, so I stared back. stare stare back to look at someone or something very directly for a long time |
| 1006 |
Sad eyes stared out of a freckled face. stare if a person's eyes are staring, they are wide open and looking directly at you |
| 1007 |
his wild, staring eyes stare if a person's eyes are staring, they are wide open and looking directly at you |
| 1008 |
The answer was staring me in the face. stare stare someone in the face if something is staring you in the face, it should be obvious to you |
| 1009 |
When you've stared death in the face, everything after that is easy. stare stare something in the face if you are staring something unpleasant in the face, you are close to suffering it |
| 1010 |
She shrugged, feeling a little uncomfortable under his hard stare. stare a long fixed look |
| 1011 |
Grant forced himself to hold Santini's stare for what seemed like forever. stare hold someone's stare to look at someone who is staring at you |
| 1012 |
I feel slightly better today. slightly not very much, only a little |
| 1013 |
He was limping slightly. slightly not very much, only a little |
| 1014 |
'Do you know her?' 'Only slightly.' slightly not very much, only a little |
| 1015 |
the kitchen table kitchen used in a kitchen |
| 1016 |
kitchen utensils appliances kitchen used in a kitchen |
| 1017 |
kitchen cupboards units kitchen used in a kitchen |
| 1018 |
He began his speech by outlining his plans for the coming year. speech a formal occasion when someone speaks to an audience |
| 1019 |
The queen made a wonderful speech in reply. speech make give deliver a speech a formal occasion when someone speaks to an audience |
| 1020 |
She's responsible for writing the president's political speeches. speech the words that someone speaks to an audience |
| 1021 |
the king's dying speech speech a part of a play when a particular character speaks for a long time |
| 1022 |
That was quite a little speech you made. speech an occasion when someone talks for a long time about something that they think is important. This word is often used for making someone feel silly for saying something |
| 1023 |
A stroke can cause paralysis and difficulties with speech. speech the ability to speak |
| 1024 |
When she woke up, they realized that she had lost the power of speech. speech the power of speech the ability to speak |
| 1025 |
tapes of recorded speech speech spoken language, not written language |
| 1026 |
speech development speech concerning speech |
| 1027 |
a speech disorder defect speech concerning speech |
| 1028 |
Problems arose over plans to build a new supermarket here. arise if a particular situation or problem arises, it begins to exist or to develop |
| 1029 |
We can have another meeting if the need arises. arise if the need arises if a particular situation or problem arises, it begins to exist or to develop |
| 1030 |
Some confusion has arisen as a result of the new system. arise to exist or start developing because of something |
| 1031 |
Did anything interesting arise from the meeting? arise arise from out of to exist or start developing because of something |
| 1032 |
We're very anti smoking in this office. anti opposed to someone or something |
| 1033 |
antiwar protesters anti- opposed to someone or something: used with many nouns and adjectives |
| 1034 |
an anti-hero anti- with the opposite qualities or effects: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 1035 |
antibacterial anti- preventing or curing something: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 1036 |
an anti-tetanus injection anti- preventing or curing something: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 1037 |
All staff have access to a computer network. network a set of computers that are connected to each other so that each computer can send and receive information to and from the other computers |
| 1038 |
They have an information network linked to more than 16,000 libraries. network a set of computers that are connected to each other so that each computer can send and receive information to and from the other computers |
| 1039 |
The motorway network links all the major cities. network a system of lines or similar things such as roads or wires that are connected to each other |
| 1040 |
a mobile phone network network a system of lines or similar things such as roads or wires that are connected to each other |
| 1041 |
a network of canals network network of a system of lines or similar things such as roads or wires that are connected to each other |
| 1042 |
The university is developing a network of contacts with all its graduates. network network of a group of people, organizations, or places that are connected or that work together |
| 1043 |
We have a nationwide network of financial advisors. network network of a group of people, organizations, or places that are connected or that work together |
| 1044 |
The president's speech was broadcast on network television. network a group of companies that broadcast the same television or radio programmes throughout a large area, or a company that produces or sells the rights to such broadcasts |
| 1045 |
You've always got to network and make new contacts. network to meet and talk to people in order to receive or give information, especially about business opportunities |
| 1046 |
Do you want some more tea? tea a hot brown drink made by pouring boiling water onto the dried leaves of the tea bush. The leaves are called tea leaves and can be bought in small paper bags called tea bags that are put into a cup or teapot |
| 1047 |
I'd love a cup of tea. tea cup of tea a hot brown drink made by pouring boiling water onto the dried leaves of the tea bush. The leaves are called tea leaves and can be bought in small paper bags called tea bags that are put into a cup or teapot |
| 1048 |
Two teas, please. tea a cup of tea |
| 1049 |
a packet of tea tea the dried cut leaves of the tea bush, used for making tea |
| 1050 |
a cup of camomile tea tea a hot drink made by pouring boiling water onto the dried leaves, fruit, or flowers of other plants, especially herbs |
| 1051 |
a herbal tea tea a cup of this drink |
| 1052 |
What would you like for your tea? tea a meal eaten in the evening |
| 1053 |
They were having afternoon tea in the garden. tea a small meal consisting of sandwiches etc that is eaten in the afternoon with tea |
| 1054 |
I just need a bit of tea and sympathy right now. tea tea and sympathy support and kindness that you provide for someone who is upset or in trouble |
| 1055 |
For many years the agreement maintained peace in Europe. peace peace in a situation in which there is no war between countries or groups |
| 1056 |
The Camp David agreement brought peace between Israel and Egypt. peace peace between a situation in which there is no war between countries or groups |
| 1057 |
Peace with Russia enabled German forces to fight in the west. peace peace with a situation in which there is no war between countries or groups |
| 1058 |
the possibility of a lasting peace in the Balkans peace a lasting peace a situation in which there is no war between countries or groups |
| 1059 |
The UN Secretary General urged the two sides to make peace. peace make peace (with someone) a situation in which there is no war between countries or groups |
| 1060 |
Fortunately, a peace satisfactory to both countries was soon negotiated. peace an agreement to end a war |
| 1061 |
a peace agreement conference peace relating to peace, or intended to bring or preserve peace |
| 1062 |
peace moves talks negotiations peace relating to peace, or intended to bring or preserve peace |
| 1063 |
There won't be any peace until he gets what he wants. peace a situation in which people are pleasant and do not cause trouble |
| 1064 |
Can't I get a moment's peace around here? peace a calm quiet situation in which you are not annoyed by noise or other people |
| 1065 |
It's not the holiday to choose if you're looking for peace and quiet. peace peace and quiet tranquillity a calm quiet situation in which you are not annoyed by noise or other people |
| 1066 |
A motorbike roared by, shattering their peace. peace disturb shatter someone's peace a calm quiet situation in which you are not annoyed by noise or other people |
| 1067 |
He just wanted to read his newspaper in peace. peace in peace a calm quiet situation in which you are not annoyed by noise or other people |
| 1068 |
You should leave the poor man in peace (=stay away from him). peace a calm quiet situation in which you are not annoyed by noise or other people |
| 1069 |
Buddhism teaches you how to achieve inner peace. peace a state when you are calm and have no worries |
| 1070 |
With this type of insurance, you're buying peace of mind. peace peace of mind a state when you are calm and have no worries |
| 1071 |
At 70, she was at peace with herself and the world. peace at peace with if you are at peace, you do not feel angry, unhappy etc |
| 1072 |
It was my job to keep the peace between my younger sisters. peace to avoid or prevent an argument |
| 1073 |
It's time he made his peace with his family. peace make (your) peace (with someone) to end an argument with someone and stop feeling angry towards them |
| 1074 |
I'm too proud to admit failure. failure a lack of success in doing something |
| 1075 |
Their first attempt to climb Everest ended in failure. failure end result in failure a lack of success in doing something |
| 1076 |
She is depressed by her continued failure to find a job. failure failure to do something a lack of success in doing something |
| 1077 |
The failure of the talks has made the situation worse. failure failure of a lack of success in doing something |
| 1078 |
He was angry about the failure of the UN to intervene in the crisis. failure failure of a situation in which you do not do something that someone expects you to do |
| 1079 |
Failure to comply with the rules can result in expulsion. failure failure to do something a situation in which you do not do something that someone expects you to do |
| 1080 |
The crash seems to have been caused by an engine failure. failure engine brake power failure a situation in which something such as a machine or an organ in your body stops working correctly |
| 1081 |
He died from liver failure. failure heart liver kidney failure a situation in which something such as a machine or an organ in your body stops working correctly |
| 1082 |
Business failures soared by more than a third in the second half of this year. failure a situation in which a business cannot continue operating |
| 1083 |
The party was a total failure. failure someone or something that has not achieved success |
| 1084 |
I feel such a failure. failure someone or something that has not achieved success |
| 1085 |
a failure of imagination failure a sudden loss of a particular quality or ability, especially in a difficult situation |
| 1086 |
Their employees worked a ten-hour day. employee someone who is paid regularly to work for a person or an organization |
| 1087 |
There's a motel just a few miles ahead. ahead used for saying that something is in front of you, in the direction you are going or looking |
| 1088 |
His attention was firmly fixed on the road ahead. ahead used for saying that something is in front of you, in the direction you are going or looking |
| 1089 |
The car ahead of us stopped suddenly. ahead ahead of used for saying that something is in front of you, in the direction you are going or looking |
| 1090 |
We're nearly there! That's the place up ahead. ahead up ahead (=not far in front) used for saying that something is in front of you, in the direction you are going or looking |
| 1091 |
Francesca was staring ahead into the darkness. ahead moving, pointing, or looking towards a place in front of you |
| 1092 |
Instead of turning left, he drove straight ahead towards the river. ahead straight ahead moving, pointing, or looking towards a place in front of you |
| 1093 |
She walked ahead of him along the corridor. ahead moving in front of someone and in the same direction |
| 1094 |
We have a busy day ahead of us. ahead ahead of used when saying what will happen in the future |
| 1095 |
a young woman with a brilliant career ahead of her ahead used when saying what will happen in the future |
| 1096 |
Where will the money come from in the years ahead? ahead days weeks years etc ahead used when saying what will happen in the future |
| 1097 |
New technology points the way ahead for our steel industry. ahead the way ahead (=the way that things will happen or be done in the future) used when saying what will happen in the future |
| 1098 |
The event had been planned six months ahead. ahead before a time or event |
| 1099 |
If you had warned me ahead of time, I wouldn't have gone. ahead ahead of time before a time or event |
| 1100 |
There will be an inspection of the track ahead of tomorrow's race. ahead ahead of before a time or event |
| 1101 |
You go on ahead and tell them we're coming. ahead starting to go somewhere a little before someone and arriving there before them |
| 1102 |
I'll send my luggage on ahead. ahead starting to go somewhere a little before someone and arriving there before them |
| 1103 |
Moscow is three hours ahead of London. ahead used for saying how much earlier the clocks in one place show a particular time than in another |
| 1104 |
David finished ahead of me in last year's race. ahead ahead of used for saying that someone finishes a race before someone else |
| 1105 |
Some of these children are two years ahead in reading skills. ahead used for saying that someone has made more progress than someone else, or more progress than expected |
| 1106 |
The Russians were now ahead of them in space research. ahead used for saying that someone has made more progress than someone else, or more progress than expected |
| 1107 |
The technology was far ahead of anything available in the West. ahead used for saying that a particular idea, product, invention etc is more advanced than others |
| 1108 |
As a writer, Sterne was ahead of his time. ahead ahead of someone's something's time (=too modern to be accepted or understood) used for saying that a particular idea, product, invention etc is more advanced than others |
| 1109 |
Labour are ahead in the opinion polls. ahead used for saying that someone is achieving more success in a competition, election etc than someone else |
| 1110 |
The Eagles are already ten points ahead of their nearest rivals. ahead ahead of used for saying that someone is achieving more success in a competition, election etc than someone else |
| 1111 |
At the end of Round 8, Tyson was well ahead on points. ahead well ahead (=winning easily) used for saying that someone is achieving more success in a competition, election etc than someone else |
| 1112 |
The train had left five minutes ahead of time. ahead ahead of time schedule at an earlier time than was planned or arranged |
| 1113 |
Mexico announced its intention of repaying the loan ahead of schedule. ahead ahead of time schedule at an earlier time than was planned or arranged |
| 1114 |
If you want to get ahead in politics, you have to look confident. ahead get ahead to make progress in your work and become successful |
| 1115 |
Our industries have to keep ahead of the game in Europe. ahead get keep stay ahead (of the game) to react quickly so that you gain keep an advantage |
| 1116 |
Looking ahead to next summer, where would you like to go? ahead look think plan ahead to think about the future or plan for the future |
| 1117 |
Is the Government aware of the full scale of the problem? scale scale of the size of something, especially when it is big |
| 1118 |
This is sculpture on a grand scale. scale on a large small grand massive etc scale the size of something, especially when it is big |
| 1119 |
The scale of production in the factory has increased this year. scale scale of the rate at which something is produced, developed etc |
| 1120 |
The rich are at the top of the social scale. scale a set of people or things arranged in order from the highest level to the lowest or from the lowest level to the highest |
| 1121 |
At the other end of the scale are worms and the tiny sea creatures. scale a set of people or things arranged in order from the highest level to the lowest or from the lowest level to the highest |
| 1122 |
the Celsius scale of temperature scale a range of measurements in a particular system |
| 1123 |
We were told to rate the films on a scale of 1 to 10. scale on a scale of 1 to 10 a range of measurements in a particular system |
| 1124 |
The salary scale is 22,086 to 32,311. scale salary pay fee scale a list showing the amount of money that someone should be paid for a particular job, according to their qualifications, experience etc |
| 1125 |
the vertical scale on the graph scale a set of marks, usually lines and numbers, on a piece of equipment or a drawing, used for measuring something |
| 1126 |
This map has a scale of 1:20,000. scale the relationship between the actual distance or size of something and how it is shown on a map or in a drawing or model |
| 1127 |
a scale of a half-inch to the mile scale the relationship between the actual distance or size of something and how it is shown on a map or in a drawing or model |
| 1128 |
a pair set of scales scale a piece of equipment used for weighing people or things |
| 1129 |
He weighed himself on the bathroom scales. scale a piece of equipment used for weighing people or things |
| 1130 |
She was practising scales on her new piano. scale a series of musical notes in a fixed order from the lowest to the highest or the highest to the lowest |
| 1131 |
a scale model of the Great Pyramid scale a scale model drawing etc a small copy of something larger in which each part is made smaller by the same amount so that the relation between them is the same as in the original thing |
| 1132 |
Is the drawing of the bridge to scale? scale to scale with all the parts the right size in relation to each other |
| 1133 |
Student protesters scaled an 8-foot fence to enter the Embassy grounds. scale to climb to or over the top of a high steep object such as a mountain or a wall |
| 1134 |
The team scaled new heights with their Cup Final victory. scale scale new dizzy great heights to achieve a high level of success in a particular activity |
| 1135 |
They never dreamed of scaling such dizzy heights. scale scale new dizzy great heights to achieve a high level of success in a particular activity |
| 1136 |
He hardly spoke except to say hello. hardly used for saying that something is almost not true or almost does not happen at all |
| 1137 |
Alice was so busy she hardly noticed the days pass by. hardly used for saying that something is almost not true or almost does not happen at all |
| 1138 |
We could hardly afford to pay the rent. hardly can hardly do something used for saying that something is almost not true or almost does not happen at all |
| 1139 |
The countryside around Stowe has hardly changed at all. hardly hardly...at all used for saying that something is almost not true or almost does not happen at all |
| 1140 |
There was hardly any wind, just a slight breeze. hardly used before words such as 'ever', 'any', 'anyone', or 'anything' to mean 'almost never', 'almost none', 'almost no one' etc |
| 1141 |
You've hardly eaten anything. hardly used before words such as 'ever', 'any', 'anyone', or 'anything' to mean 'almost never', 'almost none', 'almost no one' etc |
| 1142 |
Hardly anyone believed the fugitives' story. hardly used before words such as 'ever', 'any', 'anyone', or 'anything' to mean 'almost never', 'almost none', 'almost no one' etc |
| 1143 |
It hardly ever rains here in the summer. hardly used before words such as 'ever', 'any', 'anyone', or 'anything' to mean 'almost never', 'almost none', 'almost no one' etc |
| 1144 |
The region's wine industry is hardly more than 40 years old. hardly used for saying that something is very little more or less than something |
| 1145 |
London is hardly an hour by train. hardly used for saying that something is very little more or less than something |
| 1146 |
She had hardly arrived when she started talking about leaving again. hardly used for saying that something had only just happened when something else happened |
| 1147 |
Hardly had the men started training than they were sent into battle. hardly hardly had...than when used for saying that something had only just happened when something else happened |
| 1148 |
It's hardly surprising that people are starting to complain. hardly used when you think it is obvious that something is not true, not possible, not surprising etc |
| 1149 |
David's almost twenty-four – hardly a child. hardly used when you think it is obvious that something is not true, not possible, not surprising etc |
| 1150 |
This is hardly the time to start discussing finances. hardly used when you think it is obvious that something is not true, not possible, not surprising etc |
| 1151 |
You can hardly expect Myra to welcome you back after the way you've treated her. hardly you can hardly expect blame etc (=it would not be reasonable to expect, blame etc) used when you think it is obvious that something is not true, not possible, not surprising etc |
| 1152 |
'Are you hung over?' 'Hardly! I don't even drink!' hardly used for answering 'no', when you think someone has suggested something that is impossible |
| 1153 |
Hardly a day goes by without some company reporting losses. hardly hardly a day goes by passes without something (doing something) used for saying that something happens almost every day |
| 1154 |
See you on Saturday. Saturday the day after Friday and before Sunday |
| 1155 |
Christmas is on a Saturday this year. Saturday the day after Friday and before Sunday |
| 1156 |
Let's go out to dinner on Saturday evening. Saturday the day after Friday and before Sunday |
| 1157 |
I'm looking forward to the match next Saturday. Saturday the day after Friday and before Sunday |
| 1158 |
I usually go for a walk on Saturdays. Saturday on Saturdays (=every Saturday) the day after Friday and before Sunday |
| 1159 |
I've voiced my opinion at every meeting I've attended. attend to be present at an event or activity |
| 1160 |
Everyone in the office was expected to attend. attend to be present at an event or activity |
| 1161 |
Born in India, he attended high school and medical school in Madras. attend to go regularly to a place, for example to a school as a student or to a church as a member |
| 1162 |
She is attended by a 24-hour nursing staff. attend to look after someone, especially someone who is ill or someone in an important position |
| 1163 |
Secondary symptoms usually attend the disease. attend to exist with something else, or to happen as a result of it |
| 1164 |
The occasion was attended by a mood of sadness. attend to exist with something else, or to happen as a result of it |
| 1165 |
She injured her shoulder in the accident. shoulder one of the two parts of your body between your neck and the top of your arms |
| 1166 |
Most people would have shrugged their shoulders and forgotten it. shoulder shrug your shoulders (=move them quickly up then down) one of the two parts of your body between your neck and the top of your arms |
| 1167 |
The man was hunching his shoulders against the pounding rain. shoulder hunch your shoulders (=lift them up towards your neck) one of the two parts of your body between your neck and the top of your arms |
| 1168 |
She had on a white jacket with padded shoulders (=extra cloth that makes your shoulders look bigger). shoulder the part of a shirt, jacket, or other piece of clothing that covers your shoulder |
| 1169 |
a shoulder of lamb shoulder the upper part of the front leg of an animal, or meat from this part |
| 1170 |
All the work of caring for the children fell on her shoulders. shoulder fall rest on someone's shoulders to be someone's responsibility |
| 1171 |
I can't concentrate with you looking over my shoulder all the time. shoulder look watch over someone's shoulder to watch carefully what someone is doing, especially so that you can criticize them |
| 1172 |
He was constantly looking over his shoulder, afraid his past crimes would catch up with him. shoulder look over your shoulder to behave in a way that shows you feel nervous about something that might happen |
| 1173 |
We need to put our shoulders to the wheel if we're going to finish this on time. shoulder put your shoulder to the wheel to start doing something with all your energy and determination |
| 1174 |
She was always a shoulder to cry on for her friends. shoulder a shoulder to cry on someone who listens to you with sympathy when you talk about your problems |
| 1175 |
She stood shoulder to shoulder with her husband throughout his trial. shoulder to show that you support someone's actions or beliefs, often by doing something together with them |
| 1176 |
Bars and restaurants stand shoulder to shoulder all along this street. shoulder to be next to something or someone |
| 1177 |
The government cannot ask the public to shoulder the extra cost. shoulder to deal with or accept something difficult |
| 1178 |
Companies can't keep shouldering the burdens imposed by central government. shoulder shoulder a responsibility burden to deal with or accept something difficult |
| 1179 |
The boy shouldered his basket and started to walk away. shoulder to lift or carry something on your shoulder |
| 1180 |
He managed to shoulder his sister out of the way. shoulder to push someone with your shoulder |
| 1181 |
She had to shoulder her way through the crowd. shoulder to get somewhere by pushing people with your shoulders |
| 1182 |
I think it's a daft idea. daft silly and not sensible or reasonable |
| 1183 |
Don't be daft – of course I won't forget you. daft don't be daft silly and not sensible or reasonable |
| 1184 |
Who would be daft enough to pay so much for a car? daft be daft enough to do something silly and not sensible or reasonable |
| 1185 |
She's daft as a brush, that woman! daft daft as a brush (=very silly) silly and not sensible or reasonable |
| 1186 |
I'm not daft you know. I do remember what it's like to be young. daft crazy |
| 1187 |
You could go daft listening to such monotonous music. daft go daft crazy |
| 1188 |
Billy's daft about football. daft be daft about to like something or love someone very much |
| 1189 |
George is daft about some woman in his office. daft be daft about to like something or love someone very much |
| 1190 |
The kids were driving me daft with their constant noise. daft drive someone daft to make someone feel very annoyed |
| 1191 |
I hope the weather improves. Otherwise, we'll have to cancel the picnic. otherwise used for saying that if one thing does not happen or is not true, something else will happen, usually something bad |
| 1192 |
The programme has saved thousands of children who would otherwise have died. otherwise used for saying that if one thing does not happen or is not true, something else will happen, usually something bad |
| 1193 |
Of course they're interested. Otherwise they wouldn't be asking about prices. otherwise used when you are trying to show that something must be true, by saying that the situation would be different if it was not true |
| 1194 |
He must be fairly intelligent, otherwise he wouldn't have got into university. otherwise used when you are trying to show that something must be true, by saying that the situation would be different if it was not true |
| 1195 |
Sarah believed Tony was innocent. Indeed she had never thought otherwise. otherwise in a different or opposite way from what has been mentioned |
| 1196 |
I plan to wait here unless someone tells me otherwise. otherwise in a different or opposite way from what has been mentioned |
| 1197 |
Governments must not ban or otherwise prevent the sale of legally imported goods. otherwise in any other ways |
| 1198 |
Library books should not be marked, defaced, or otherwise damaged. otherwise in any other ways |
| 1199 |
The driver suffered shock but was otherwise unhurt. otherwise used for saying that something is true except for the fact that you have just mentioned |
| 1200 |
We have a slight problem with the temperature control, but otherwise everything's fine. otherwise used for saying that something is true except for the fact that you have just mentioned |
| 1201 |
The monarchy remains British, it cannot be otherwise. otherwise it cannot could not be otherwise used for saying that a situation cannot be different from what it is |
| 1202 |
There will be no surprises – pleasant or otherwise. otherwise or otherwise or the opposite |
| 1203 |
William Frederick Cody, otherwise known as Buffalo Bill. otherwise otherwise known as used for showing that someone has another name or title |
| 1204 |
A partnership cannot be ended otherwise than by mutual agreement. otherwise otherwise than in any way except the way that you are mentioning |
| 1205 |
The path continues along a disused railway. railway the metal track that trains travel on. The American word is railroad |
| 1206 |
a railway bridge railway relating to a railway |
| 1207 |
a railway station railway relating to a railway |
| 1208 |
the Great Western Railway railway a company that owns and controls all the railways in a region |
| 1209 |
We should encourage more people to use the railway. railway the system of travelling by train, and all the companies, people, and equipment relating to it |
| 1210 |
She's worked on the railways all her life. railway the system of travelling by train, and all the companies, people, and equipment relating to it |
| 1211 |
I prefer to deal directly with the manager. directly in a way that involves only the two people or things mentioned, with no one or nothing else coming in between |
| 1212 |
I am holding you directly responsible for this. directly in a way that involves only the two people or things mentioned, with no one or nothing else coming in between |
| 1213 |
This will contribute directly to the strength of the economy. directly in a way that involves only the two people or things mentioned, with no one or nothing else coming in between |
| 1214 |
Many problems can be directly linked to the decline in manufacturing. directly in a way that involves only the two people or things mentioned, with no one or nothing else coming in between |
| 1215 |
His British lawyer arrived at Frankfurt airport this morning and went directly to the prison. directly going straight to a place and not stopping or changing direction on the way there |
| 1216 |
Patrick took Jane by the elbows and looked directly into her eyes. directly going straight to a place and not stopping or changing direction on the way there |
| 1217 |
The post office is directly opposite the town hall. directly exactly |
| 1218 |
There was no light on in the room directly above. directly exactly |
| 1219 |
Jackson avoided saying directly that he disapproved of the proposals. directly in a very clear and honest way that shows what you really think |
| 1220 |
He left the office directly after the meeting. directly immediately |
| 1221 |
The manager will be with you directly. directly in a short time |
| 1222 |
I came directly I heard what had happened. directly as soon as |
| 1223 |
A limited oil supply has made gas prices rise. supply an amount or quantity of something that is available to use |
| 1224 |
The falling leaves provide a good supply of nutrients to the soil. supply supply of an amount or quantity of something that is available to use |
| 1225 |
Aquarium fish need a constant supply of oxygen. supply a constant endless steady abundant supply an amount or quantity of something that is available to use |
| 1226 |
The trucks carried medicine and other supplies across the border. supply things such as food, medicine, and equipment that you need to live or to perform a particular activity |
| 1227 |
What kind of camping supplies will we need for the weekend? supply things such as food, medicine, and equipment that you need to live or to perform a particular activity |
| 1228 |
This muscle controls the supply of blood to the heart. supply the supply of something to something the act or process of providing something that is needed |
| 1229 |
stopping the supply of drugs to our children supply the act or process of providing something that is needed |
| 1230 |
a supply boat truck road supply used for getting a supply of something to someone |
| 1231 |
Electricity and telephones are in limited supply on the island. supply in short limited supply available only in small quantities, so that there is not enough |
| 1232 |
Food is likely to be in short supply until the strike is over. supply in short limited supply available only in small quantities, so that there is not enough |
| 1233 |
Can you supply a list of the guests? supply to provide someone or something with something that they need or want |
| 1234 |
Two huge generators supply power to farms in the area. supply supply something to someone something to provide someone or something with something that they need or want |
| 1235 |
They revealed that he had supplied terrorist organizations with weapons. supply supply someone something with something to provide someone or something with something that they need or want |
| 1236 |
He uses childish expressions like 'easy-peasy'. expression a word or phrase |
| 1237 |
Avoid colloquial expressions that are out of place in an academic essay. expression a word or phrase |
| 1238 |
She had a puzzled expression on her face. expression expression on a look on someone's face that shows what their thoughts or feelings are |
| 1239 |
I noticed his expression of disgust. expression expression of a look on someone's face that shows what their thoughts or feelings are |
| 1240 |
searching for new forms of artistic expression expression the act of showing what your thoughts or feelings are by your behaviour or through art, music etc |
| 1241 |
the expression of anger through violence expression expression of the act of showing what your thoughts or feelings are by your behaviour or through art, music etc |
| 1242 |
The parade is a public expression of civic pride. expression the act of showing what your thoughts or feelings are by your behaviour or through art, music etc |
| 1243 |
The sombre music gave expression to his deepest feelings of despair. expression give expression to something (=express something) the act of showing what your thoughts or feelings are by your behaviour or through art, music etc |
| 1244 |
Some of the actors need to put a lot more expression into their voices. expression a quality in your voice that shows what your thoughts or feelings are |
| 1245 |
Thank you for all your expressions of sympathy. expression expression of words that you use for showing your thoughts or feelings, especially formally |
| 1246 |
algebraic expressions expression a group of signs and numbers that show a particular quantity or idea |
| 1247 |
He was, if you'll pardon the expression, pissed out of his mind. expression (if you'll) pardon excuse the expression used for saying you are sorry for using a slightly offensive word or phrase |
| 1248 |
Her birthday is in April. April the fourth month of the year, between March and May |
| 1249 |
The party is on 4th April. April the fourth month of the year, between March and May |
| 1250 |
We moved here last April. April the fourth month of the year, between March and May |
| 1251 |
a restaurant supermarket hotel owner owner someone who owns something |
| 1252 |
I am the owner of three antique cars. owner owner of someone who owns something |
| 1253 |
The previous owners had made the garage into an extra bedroom. owner previous owner (=someone who owned a particular thing before you) someone who owns something |
| 1254 |
How do humans associate these seemingly opposed ideas? associate to form a connection in your mind between different people or things |
| 1255 |
The study found that many people associate science with masculinity. associate associate something with someone something to form a connection in your mind between different people or things |
| 1256 |
His social problems were associated with heavy drinking. associate be associated with to be connected with something in some way |
| 1257 |
occupations closely associated with farming associate be associated with to be connected with something in some way |
| 1258 |
a business associate associate someone you work with, especially in business |
| 1259 |
an associate director producer editor associate someone who is in an associate position has a job at a level below the highest level |
| 1260 |
Watch the baby – that table has sharp corners. corner the part of something square or rectangular where two edges meet |
| 1261 |
The date is displayed in the corner of the screen. corner at in the corner the part of something square or rectangular where two edges meet |
| 1262 |
I had to park in the far corner of the car park. corner the part of something square or rectangular where two edges meet |
| 1263 |
That's me, in the bottom right-hand corner of the picture. corner right-hand left-hand corner the part of something square or rectangular where two edges meet |
| 1264 |
In a dark corner of the room stood a tall man. corner corner of a place where two sides or walls meet, usually inside a room or a box |
| 1265 |
She sat in the corner reading. corner in the corner a place where two sides or walls meet, usually inside a room or a box |
| 1266 |
I get my newspaper from the shop on the corner. corner on at the corner a place where two roads or paths meet |
| 1267 |
As she turned the corner into Bank Street, she saw us. corner turn the corner (=go around it) a place where two roads or paths meet |
| 1268 |
people begging on street corners corner street corner a place where two roads or paths meet |
| 1269 |
Slow down for the corner. corner a sharp bend in a road, where you cannot see what is coming |
| 1270 |
A tear trickled from the corner of her eye. corner corner of the end of your mouth or eye |
| 1271 |
The corners of his mouth turned down disapprovingly. corner the end of your mouth or eye |
| 1272 |
Let's find a quiet corner and talk about it. corner a small area away from the centre, especially one that is quiet, peaceful, or secret |
| 1273 |
Plant it in a sunny corner of your garden. corner corner of a small area away from the centre, especially one that is quiet, peaceful, or secret |
| 1274 |
People came from the four corners of the earth to take part in these games. corner the four corners of the earth globe world etc a small area away from the centre, especially one that is quiet, peaceful, or secret |
| 1275 |
The government is in a corner on the subject of taxes. corner a difficult situation that you cannot easily escape from |
| 1276 |
We've got out of tighter corners than this! corner tight corner (=difficult situation) a difficult situation that you cannot easily escape from |
| 1277 |
They had me forced into a corner, and I had to admit the truth. corner back force someone into a corner a difficult situation that you cannot easily escape from |
| 1278 |
England's first goal came from a corner. corner in football, hockey etc, a kick or hit that one team is allowed to take from a corner of the field, near the goal where they are trying to score |
| 1279 |
The kids go to school just around the corner. corner not far away |
| 1280 |
Spring is just around the corner. corner coming very soon |
| 1281 |
Out of the corner of my eye I noticed Tom. corner out of the corner of your eye without looking at something directly |
| 1282 |
Has the economy finally turned the corner? corner turn the a corner to begin to be healthy, happy, or successful again after a difficult period |
| 1283 |
With this new job I feel I'm turning a corner. corner turn the a corner to begin to be healthy, happy, or successful again after a difficult period |
| 1284 |
He cornered me and asked me why I was late. corner to find someone and make them talk to you when they have been trying to avoid this |
| 1285 |
He cornered her and tried to kiss her. corner to force a person or animal into a place that they cannot move away from |
| 1286 |
The dogs had the cat cornered. corner have someone something cornered to force a person or animal into a place that they cannot move away from |
| 1287 |
Cornered, he handed her the letter. corner to put someone in a situation where they have to do something that you want |
| 1288 |
Hamden had managed to corner the entire grain supply. corner to get control of an area of business so that no one else can succeed in it, for example because you own all the supply of a particular product |
| 1289 |
Her company has cornered the market in frozen vegetarian meals. corner corner the market (in something) to get control of an area of business so that no one else can succeed in it, for example because you own all the supply of a particular product |
| 1290 |
a box of matches match a small stick that produces a flame when rubbed against a rough surface, used for lighting a fire, cigarette etc |
| 1291 |
He struck a match (=made it light) and lit the candles. match light strike a match a small stick that produces a flame when rubbed against a rough surface, used for lighting a fire, cigarette etc |
| 1292 |
a football match match a game in which players or teams compete against each other, especially in a sport. The usual American word is game |
| 1293 |
This is the third international match they've played in a week. match play a match a game in which players or teams compete against each other, especially in a sport. The usual American word is game |
| 1294 |
They lost the Scotland match in the last five minutes. match win lose a match a game in which players or teams compete against each other, especially in a sport. The usual American word is game |
| 1295 |
The curtains are a good match for the sofa. match a thing that forms an attractive combination with something else |
| 1296 |
It was difficult to get an exact match for the paint. match something that looks the same as something else |
| 1297 |
Realizing he had met his match, Wong surrendered. match meet your match to be in a situation in which your opponent is as good as you or better |
| 1298 |
The forwards were more than a match for their opponents. match be more than a match for someone to be better, stronger, cleverer etc than someone who you are competing against |
| 1299 |
Despite thorough preparation, England's cricketers were no match for India. match be no match for someone to be not as good, strong, clever etc as someone you are competing against |
| 1300 |
They interview the suspects separately and check that their statements match. match if one thing matches another, or if they match, they are the same or have similar qualities |
| 1301 |
He matches the description of a man seen in the area shortly after Wednesday's attack. match if one thing matches another, or if they match, they are the same or have similar qualities |
| 1302 |
The glove matches one found at the crime scene. match to belong to the same pair |
| 1303 |
Tests matched the blood on his clothes to that of the victim. match to show that two things are related or are the same |
| 1304 |
Our office failed to match the growth of the rest of the company. match to be equal to something else in amount or level |
| 1305 |
The rise in student numbers has not been matched by an increase in teaching staff. match be matched by something to be equal to something else in amount or level |
| 1306 |
Japanese companies are beginning to match US companies for size. match match something for something to be equal to something else in amount or level |
| 1307 |
Groups have to match any grant they receive with their own cash. match to provide something that is equal in amount or level to something else |
| 1308 |
The cream and pink quilt was made to match the decor. match if one thing matches another, or if they match, they form an attractive combination |
| 1309 |
She wore a green dress and a hat to match. match if one thing matches another, or if they match, they form an attractive combination |
| 1310 |
Courses are designed to match the training requirements of each student. match to provide something that is suitable for a particular situation, person, or purpose |
| 1311 |
It is vital to match the software to the task. match match something to someone something to provide something that is suitable for a particular situation, person, or purpose |
| 1312 |
We try to match the entertainments with the preferences of the holidaymakers. match match something with someone something to provide something that is suitable for a particular situation, person, or purpose |
| 1313 |
They are matched against Holland in the first game. match match someone against with someone to make a person or team compete against a particular opponent |
| 1314 |
I deemed it politic to leave at that point. politic behaviour that is politic is very sensible |
| 1315 |
It would not be politic for you to pursue the matter further. politic be politic for someone to do something behaviour that is politic is very sensible |
| 1316 |
Bob's sport is tennis. sport an activity in which players or teams compete against each other, usually an activity that involves physical effort |
| 1317 |
Football is a popular women's sport in the US. sport an activity in which players or teams compete against each other, usually an activity that involves physical effort |
| 1318 |
My favourite team sport is rugby. sport team sport an activity in which players or teams compete against each other, usually an activity that involves physical effort |
| 1319 |
The school is keen to involve more young people in sport. sport sports in general |
| 1320 |
the newspaper's sports section sport relating to sports, or involved in sports |
| 1321 |
a sports team sport relating to sports, or involved in sports |
| 1322 |
sports fans writers sport relating to sports, or involved in sports |
| 1323 |
the school sports day sport an event held by a school or club at which there are games and competitions in which you run, jump, throw things etc |
| 1324 |
Andy was a real sport and agreed to play for the other team. sport someone who always behaves in a reasonable way and is always willing to help |
| 1325 |
Thanks, Shelly – you're always such a good sport. sport a good sport someone who always behaves in a reasonable way and is always willing to help |
| 1326 |
Hey sport, how are you? sport used for talking in a friendly way to a boy or man |
| 1327 |
It was done in sport, but it hurt some feelings nonetheless. sport in sport jokes, or things that you do for fun |
| 1328 |
He's sporting a T-shirt and baseball cap like every other 17-year-old. sport to wear something, often in a way that shows you want people to notice it |
| 1329 |
The boys all sported cheeky smiles. sport used about things other than clothes, for example expressions |
| 1330 |
Manuel applied for legal immigrant status after living here for two years. status the legal position of a person, country etc |
| 1331 |
Will I be officially self-employed, or will I have employee status? status the legal position of a person, country etc |
| 1332 |
Our organization seeks to improve the social status of disabled people. status social professional status someone's position in a profession or society, especially compared with other people |
| 1333 |
Dr Harrison held a high status at the university. status high low privileged status someone's position in a profession or society, especially compared with other people |
| 1334 |
Duffield has a lot of status among fellow businessmen. status a high social position that makes other people respect and admire you |
| 1335 |
Officials are now discussing the current status of the health reform laws. status the level of importance or progress in a particular situation or discussion |
| 1336 |
He has the occasional cigarette but that's his only real vice. vice a bad habit or personal quality |
| 1337 |
the vice-mayor of Beijing vice- used with the name of a senior job title for referring to the person holding a job immediately below that one |
| 1338 |
She's vice-chair of the education committee. vice- used with the name of a senior job title for referring to the person holding a job immediately below that one |
| 1339 |
Their mother was a very beautiful woman. beautiful a beautiful person is extremely attractive |
| 1340 |
my five beautiful kids beautiful a beautiful person is extremely attractive |
| 1341 |
What a beautiful baby! beautiful a beautiful person is extremely attractive |
| 1342 |
That dress is really beautiful. beautiful something that is beautiful is very pleasant to look at |
| 1343 |
The weather has been beautiful this week. beautiful very pleasant |
| 1344 |
It was a beautiful dream. beautiful very pleasant |
| 1345 |
The second goal was beautiful. beautiful done or made very well or with a lot of skill |
| 1346 |
He makes beautiful ice-cream. beautiful done or made very well or with a lot of skill |
| 1347 |
They were all beautifully dressed. beautiful |
| 1348 |
a long and happy marriage marriage the relationship between two people who are husband and wife |
| 1349 |
Too many marriages end in divorce. marriage the relationship between two people who are husband and wife |
| 1350 |
I'm related to Bill by marriage (=he is a relative of my husband or wife). marriage by marriage the relationship between two people who are husband and wife |
| 1351 |
Their marriage is planned for September. marriage a wedding (sense 1) |
| 1352 |
The merger is a marriage designed to double spending. marriage a close union between two things |
| 1353 |
Hang your jacket there. hang to put something somewhere so that the top part is held in position but the bottom part is loose and can move easily |
| 1354 |
Philip hung his hat on a hook behind the door. hang hang something on over something to put something somewhere so that the top part is held in position but the bottom part is loose and can move easily |
| 1355 |
She hung her bag over the chair. hang to put something somewhere so that the top part is held in position but the bottom part is loose and can move easily |
| 1356 |
A row of saucepans hung from hooks above the sink. hang hang from to be fixed so that the top part is held in position but the bottom part is loose and can move easily |
| 1357 |
The children's coats were hanging on pegs behind the door. hang hang on to be fixed so that the top part is held in position but the bottom part is loose and can move easily |
| 1358 |
Her dark hair hung down over her shoulders. hang hang over if your hair hangs down, it is long and not tied |
| 1359 |
His long hair hung loose. hang hang loose if your hair hangs down, it is long and not tied |
| 1360 |
The portrait will now be hung in the National Gallery. hang to fix a picture, mirror etc onto a wall |
| 1361 |
A large mirror hung over the fireplace. hang if a picture, mirror etc hangs somewhere, it is fixed to a wall there |
| 1362 |
It took us ages to hang the new front door. hang to fix a door into position |
| 1363 |
We spent the afternoon hanging wallpaper in our bedroom. hang to fix paper to a wall as decoration |
| 1364 |
He was hanged for murder in 1942. hang to kill someone by putting a rope around their neck and making them fall |
| 1365 |
A prisoner was found hanged in her cell. hang be found hanged to kill someone by putting a rope around their neck and making them fall |
| 1366 |
After his wife left, he tried to hang himself. hang hang yourself to kill someone by putting a rope around their neck and making them fall |
| 1367 |
They knew if she was found guilty she would hang. hang to die in this way |
| 1368 |
A thick mist hung over the fields. hang hang over in if something such as smoke or a smell hangs in the air, it remains there |
| 1369 |
A smell of stale tobacco hung in the room. hang if something such as smoke or a smell hangs in the air, it remains there |
| 1370 |
A crescent moon hung low over the lake. hang if something hangs in the sky, it is seen there |
| 1371 |
His career now hung by a thread. hang hang by a thread to be very likely to fail |
| 1372 |
Skiing is not very tiring, once you get the hang of it. hang get have the hang of something to learn a skill or activity |
| 1373 |
Nine times out of ten your first choice turns out to be the right one. nine nine times out of ten nearly always |
| 1374 |
He could barely bring himself to be civil to them. civil polite, especially in a formal way and without being friendly |
| 1375 |
I intend to bring an action in the civil courts. civil relating to private legal disagreements between people, not criminal law |
| 1376 |
He will begin civil proceedings this week. civil relating to private legal disagreements between people, not criminal law |
| 1377 |
Reports of civil unrest continue to come in from the northern provinces. civil relating to the people of a country, especially when they are protesting or fighting about something |
| 1378 |
We were married in a simple civil ceremony. civil relating to or done by the state, instead of by religious authorities |
| 1379 |
the development of nuclear power for military and civil use civil relating to or involving ordinary people, not the armed forces |
| 1380 |
civil aviation civil relating to or involving ordinary people, not the armed forces |
| 1381 |
Machines are capable of performing many routine tasks. perform perform a task duty service to complete an action or activity, especially a complicated one |
| 1382 |
Two experiments were performed to test this hypothesis. perform perform an experiment check test to complete an action or activity, especially a complicated one |
| 1383 |
The Queen will perform the opening ceremony on Saturday. perform perform a ceremony rite ritual to complete an action or activity, especially a complicated one |
| 1384 |
an interior designer who can perform miracles with your home perform perform miracles (=do things that seem almost impossible) to complete an action or activity, especially a complicated one |
| 1385 |
The front teeth perform a cutting function. perform perform a function role to have a particular job or purpose |
| 1386 |
Often a grandparent could perform the role of main carer. perform to have a particular job or purpose |
| 1387 |
Akram went on to perform on stage in England and India. perform to do something in front of an audience in order to entertain them, for example by acting in a play or singing |
| 1388 |
The opera was first performed in 1992. perform to do something in front of an audience in order to entertain them, for example by acting in a play or singing |
| 1389 |
Stress at home affects how you perform at work. perform to do something with a particular amount of success |
| 1390 |
The tyres perform well in wet or snowy conditions. perform perform well poorly satisfactorily to do something with a particular amount of success |
| 1391 |
The party had performed poorly in the elections. perform to do something with a particular amount of success |
| 1392 |
She received the maximum sentence of ten years. sentence a punishment given by a judge, usually involving a period of time that a person must spend in prison |
| 1393 |
He is serving a three-year sentence for burglary. sentence serve a sentence (=spend a period of time in prison) a punishment given by a judge, usually involving a period of time that a person must spend in prison |
| 1394 |
There was silence as the judge pronounced sentence. sentence pass pronounce sentence (=say what it will be) a punishment given by a judge, usually involving a period of time that a person must spend in prison |
| 1395 |
He was sentenced to 15 years in prison. sentence sentence someone to something when a judge sentences someone, they officially state what someone's punishment will be |
| 1396 |
She was unaware that she had committed a crime. crime commit a crime (=do something illegal) an illegal activity or action |
| 1397 |
There were no apparent clues at the scene of the crime. crime the scene of a crime (=where it happened) an illegal activity or action |
| 1398 |
It was a crime that would take police years to solve. crime solve a crime (=find out who did it) an illegal activity or action |
| 1399 |
new laws to help us combat crime effectively crime fight combat crime illegal activities in general |
| 1400 |
an increase in juvenile crime crime juvenile crime (=crime committed by young people) illegal activities in general |
| 1401 |
Crime prevention experts are helping to make the hospital secure. crime crime prevention illegal activities in general |
| 1402 |
The crime rate in the city has risen sharply. crime crime rate (=the number of crimes that people commit) illegal activities in general |
| 1403 |
Rising crime is a key election issue. crime rising crime (=crime that is increasing) illegal activities in general |
| 1404 |
It would be a crime to waste all that food. crime be a crime to do something something that is morally wrong or a mistake |
| 1405 |
Her only crime was to be in love with the wrong man. crime something that is morally wrong or a mistake |
| 1406 |
Try to kick the ball into the back of the net. ball a round object used in games and sports |
| 1407 |
a tennis golf ball ball a round object used in games and sports |
| 1408 |
Shape the dough into balls. ball a round or nearly round object or shape |
| 1409 |
a melon ball ball a round or nearly round object or shape |
| 1410 |
a ball of wool ball ball of a round or nearly round object or shape |
| 1411 |
We'll be outside playing ball until dinner. ball any game that you play with a ball, especially an informal game |
| 1412 |
He kicked a long ball upfield. ball an occasion when someone kicks, hits, or throws the ball in a game, or the way they kick, hit, or throw it |
| 1413 |
the college's summer ball ball a formal social event at which there is dancing and usually a meal |
| 1414 |
He balanced on the balls of his feet. ball ball of the part of your foot, hand, or thumb that is slightly round and sticks out |
| 1415 |
I've done my bit. The ball's in his court now. ball the ball is in someone's court used for telling someone that it is their responsibility to take action or make a decision |
| 1416 |
There are several things we should discuss. Who'd like to start the ball rolling? ball get set start the ball rolling to make something start happening |
| 1417 |
Everyone seemed to be having a ball. ball have a ball to enjoy yourself |
| 1418 |
Cole's skill on the ball is incredible. ball controlling the ball in a sports game |
| 1419 |
When manufacturers refused to play ball, the company stopped buying. ball play ball to work together with someone in an effective way |
| 1420 |
She balled her fists angrily. ball to become a small round shape, or to make something into a small round shape |
| 1421 |
The last time I saw her was in September. September the ninth month of the year, between August and October |
| 1422 |
The interview is on September 9th. September the ninth month of the year, between August and October |
| 1423 |
He visited China last September. September the ninth month of the year, between August and October |
| 1424 |
The day I married Sarah was the happiest day of my life. marry if someone marries someone else, they become the husband or wife of that person |
| 1425 |
When two people marry, they enter into a contract with each other. marry if someone marries, they become the husband or wife of someone |
| 1426 |
The priest will only marry you if you are members of the church. marry to perform the ceremony in which two people become husband and wife |
| 1427 |
They were hoping to marry her to a doctor. marry marry someone to someone to persuade or force someone to become the husband or wife of someone else |
| 1428 |
They've devised a menu that marries traditional ingredients with modern tastes. marry marry something with something to combine one thing with another |
| 1429 |
A cold wind blew and the rain fell in torrents. wind a natural current of air that moves fast enough for you to feel it |
| 1430 |
We'll head back to the shore if the wind picks up (=gets stronger). wind a natural current of air that moves fast enough for you to feel it |
| 1431 |
The helicopter can't reach them until the wind drops (=becomes less strong). wind a natural current of air that moves fast enough for you to feel it |
| 1432 |
Fires spread by strong winds have caused widespread damage. wind a light strong wind a natural current of air that moves fast enough for you to feel it |
| 1433 |
A large gust of wind swept his hat into the sea. wind a gust of wind (=a short strong wind) a natural current of air that moves fast enough for you to feel it |
| 1434 |
The heavy blow knocked the wind out of him. wind the air in your lungs |
| 1435 |
De Gaulle got wind of the invasion plan in August 1942. wind get wind of something to find out about something secret or private |
| 1436 |
When he saw his opponent he got the wind up. wind get the wind up to become nervous or frightened |
| 1437 |
I believe some change is in the wind. wind in the wind certain to happen, or likely to happen |
| 1438 |
The talk of redundancies has put the wind up us. wind put the wind up someone to make someone feel nervous or frightened |
| 1439 |
The winds of change are sweeping away corruption and cynicism. wind winds of change actions or influences that will lead to important political or social changes |
| 1440 |
The wool was tightly wound into a small ball. wind to wrap or twist something around itself or around something else |
| 1441 |
I put on my coat and wound a scarf round my neck. wind wind something round something to wrap or twist something around itself or around something else |
| 1442 |
The road winds gradually upwards towards the ski lodge. wind to follow a course or path that curves or twists a lot |
| 1443 |
The path wound along the riverside. wind wind along to follow a course or path that curves or twists a lot |
| 1444 |
We wound through the narrow streets of the village. wind wind through to follow a course or path that curves or twists a lot |
| 1445 |
The bus wound its way up the mountain. wind wind your way to follow a course or path that curves or twists a lot |
| 1446 |
I've wound it back to the beginning. wind to make a cassette tape or video move forwards or backwards in a machine |
| 1447 |
He stopped next to her and wound down his window. wind wind down up to make the window of a vehicle move up or down |
| 1448 |
I forgot to wind my watch. What time is it? wind if you wind or wind up a watch or a clock, you make it operate by turning a part of it around and around |
| 1449 |
The truth may never be known. truth the actual facts or information about something, rather than what people think, expect, or make up |
| 1450 |
We finally learned the shocking truth about Gina's past. truth truth about the actual facts or information about something, rather than what people think, expect, or make up |
| 1451 |
Tell me the truth: did you take the money? truth tell (someone) the truth the actual facts or information about something, rather than what people think, expect, or make up |
| 1452 |
The truth is that they haven't solved the problem. truth the truth is (that) the actual facts or information about something, rather than what people think, expect, or make up |
| 1453 |
The truth of the matter is that the company is bankrupt. truth the truth of the matter is (that) the actual facts or information about something, rather than what people think, expect, or make up |
| 1454 |
Are you questioning the truth of his accusations? truth truth of the quality or condition of being true |
| 1455 |
There is, I suppose, some truth to his story. truth there is some truth in to something (=it is at least partly true) the quality or condition of being true |
| 1456 |
There is a grain of truth in what he says. truth there is a grain kernel element of truth in to something the quality or condition of being true |
| 1457 |
literature that explores the truths of life and love truth an idea that is accepted by most people as being true |
| 1458 |
Is it a universal truth that exercise is good for you? truth a universal eternal truth (=something that is true in all situations) an idea that is accepted by most people as being true |
| 1459 |
If truth be told, I've never really liked David's wife. truth if truth be known told used when saying what something is really like or what you really think about a situation |
| 1460 |
In truth, it could have been much worse for them. truth in truth used when saying what something is really like, or what you really think about a situation |
| 1461 |
I don't hate you! Nothing could be further from the truth! truth nothing could be further from the truth used for emphasizing that something is not true at all |
| 1462 |
Databases are generally protected by copyright. protect to keep someone or something safe from harm, injury, damage, or loss |
| 1463 |
Are you prepared to protect yourself in case of attack? protect to keep someone or something safe from harm, injury, damage, or loss |
| 1464 |
The hat only partially protected his face from the sun. protect protect someone something from something to keep someone or something safe from harm, injury, damage, or loss |
| 1465 |
This warm jacket will help to protect you against the cold. protect protect someone something against something to keep someone or something safe from harm, injury, damage, or loss |
| 1466 |
Many of the homes weren't protected against flood damage. protect protect against if an insurance policy protects you, it will pay money to you or your relatives if particular bad things happen |
| 1467 |
Do we know enough about the safety of these vaccines? safety safety of the fact that a thing is safe to do or use |
| 1468 |
Their cars have a reputation for safety and reliability. safety the fact that a thing is safe to do or use |
| 1469 |
The debate so far has focused mainly on safety issues. safety relating to how safe something is, or designed to make something safer |
| 1470 |
a safety helmet harness safety relating to how safe something is, or designed to make something safer |
| 1471 |
The airline has a poor safety record. safety safety record (=how safe something has been in the past) relating to how safe something is, or designed to make something safer |
| 1472 |
Sharp objects in the house are a significant safety hazard for small children. safety safety hazard (=something that is not safe) relating to how safe something is, or designed to make something safer |
| 1473 |
The safety officer has closed this room to the public. safety a safety official or committee is in charge of making something safe to do or use |
| 1474 |
Refugees walked for several days until they reached safety. safety a place or situation in which you are protected from danger or harm |
| 1475 |
We watched the storm from the safety of our home. safety a place or situation in which you are protected from danger or harm |
| 1476 |
The four men were pulled to safety by the crew of a Sea King helicopter. safety a place or situation in which you are protected from danger or harm |
| 1477 |
Crime has increased and many people are concerned about public safety. safety public safety a place or situation in which you are protected from danger or harm |
| 1478 |
We plan to have frequent training sessions on safety at work. safety a safe way of behaving or using something |
| 1479 |
Police said it was a dangerous place, and they could not guarantee our safety. safety someone's safety the fact that someone is safe in a particular situation |
| 1480 |
For your own safety, never accept a lift from a stranger. safety for your own safety the fact that someone is safe in a particular situation |
| 1481 |
At night, walk home with a friend. There's safety in numbers. safety there's safety in numbers used for saying that being with other people makes a situation or activity less dangerous |
| 1482 |
Are partners invited to the office party? partner someone who you live with and have a sexual relationship with |
| 1483 |
Please state your partner's name and occupation. partner someone who you live with and have a sexual relationship with |
| 1484 |
the search for an eligible marriage partner partner someone who you live with and have a sexual relationship with |
| 1485 |
John is my tennis partner. partner someone who you do a particular activity with |
| 1486 |
Take your partners for the last dance. partner someone who you dance with |
| 1487 |
I'll need to discuss this with my business partner. partner one of two or more people who own a company and share its profits and losses. A business owned in this way is called a partnership, and is usually one that provides professional services such as giving legal and financial advice |
| 1488 |
His ambition was to become a partner in his father's law firm. partner partner in one of two or more people who own a company and share its profits and losses. A business owned in this way is called a partnership, and is usually one that provides professional services such as giving legal and financial advice |
| 1489 |
If the matter cannot be resolved, one of the senior partners should be informed. partner senior junior partner one of two or more people who own a company and share its profits and losses. A business owned in this way is called a partnership, and is usually one that provides professional services such as giving legal and financial advice |
| 1490 |
China is one of our major trading partners. partner a business, organization, or country that has an agreement or working relationship with another business etc |
| 1491 |
The report was jointly prepared by this institution and our partners in the US Geological Survey. partner a business, organization, or country that has an agreement or working relationship with another business etc |
| 1492 |
Lowrie partnered Cliff in the mixed doubles. partner to be someone's partner in an activity, especially a dance, competition, or game |
| 1493 |
Doctors said the operation was completely successful. completely used for emphasis |
| 1494 |
Ellen's suggestion took us completely by surprise. completely used for emphasis |
| 1495 |
My class begins in January. January the first month of the year |
| 1496 |
The new year begins on January 1st. January the first month of the year |
| 1497 |
She'll come for a long visit next January. January the first month of the year |
| 1498 |
Please enclose a copy of your birth certificate. copy copy of a document, computer file etc that is exactly like the original one |
| 1499 |
Keep back-up copies of all your Word files. copy a document, computer file etc that is exactly like the original one |
| 1500 |
I made copies of the report for the meeting. copy make a copy (of something) a document, computer file etc that is exactly like the original one |
| 1501 |
The disease occurs if someone inherits two copies of an abnormal gene. copy something exactly like something else |
| 1502 |
It's not a genuine Tudor table, but it's a good copy. copy something that is deliberately made to look the same as something else |
| 1503 |
Her first album sold 100,000 copies. copy a single newspaper, book, CD, piece of software etc that is one of many that are all exactly the same |
| 1504 |
Have you got a copy of yesterday's newspaper? copy copy of a single newspaper, book, CD, piece of software etc that is one of many that are all exactly the same |
| 1505 |
Copy for our April issue must be submitted by 20th March. copy writing that is ready to be published in a newspaper or magazine |
| 1506 |
His controversial remarks always make good copy. copy good great interesting etc copy news, opinions, or information published in a newspaper or magazine |
| 1507 |
They were charged with illegally copying videotapes. copy to make a copy that is the same as the original thing |
| 1508 |
Changes can occur when DNA is copied from one cell to another. copy to make a copy that is the same as the original thing |
| 1509 |
Just copy what's in the book. copy to make a copy of a piece of information by writing it somewhere |
| 1510 |
The students spent the whole lesson copying from the blackboard. copy copy from to make a copy of a piece of information by writing it somewhere |
| 1511 |
He copied the number into his notebook. copy copy something into something to make a copy of a piece of information by writing it somewhere |
| 1512 |
I copied the letter and kept the original. copy to make a photocopy |
| 1513 |
Use the mouse to highlight the text you want to copy. copy to make a copy of a piece of computer data, such as a piece of writing or a program |
| 1514 |
To install, first copy the setup file onto your hard drive. copy copy something over across to onto to make a copy of a piece of computer data, such as a piece of writing or a program |
| 1515 |
The instructor does exercises that you can copy while you watch. copy to do something in the same way as someone else |
| 1516 |
Children learn by copying their parents. copy to do something in the same way as someone else |
| 1517 |
Their style of music was copied by a lot of other bands. copy to take someone else's ideas or methods and use them |
| 1518 |
She had painstakingly copied an 18th-century painting. copy to deliberately make something that looks exactly like something else |
| 1519 |
An ear infection is affecting his balance. balance the ability to remain steady in an upright position |
| 1520 |
He lost his balance and tipped backwards in the chair. balance lose your balance a position in which your body remains steady and upright |
| 1521 |
She grabbed at him to keep her balance. balance keep your balance a position in which your body remains steady and upright |
| 1522 |
It can be hard to find the right balance between advising your children and controlling them. balance balance between a situation in which different aspects or features are treated equally or exist in the correct relationship to each other |
| 1523 |
A healthy diet is about getting the correct balance of a variety of foods. balance balance of a situation in which different aspects or features are treated equally or exist in the correct relationship to each other |
| 1524 |
We're trying to strike a balance between fun and learning. balance strike a balance (=achieve a good balance) a situation in which different aspects or features are treated equally or exist in the correct relationship to each other |
| 1525 |
These creatures have upset the delicate ecological balance in the lake. balance upset alter the balance a situation in which different aspects or features are treated equally or exist in the correct relationship to each other |
| 1526 |
His conservatism is the perfect balance to her outgoing personality. balance balance to a force, influence, or idea that is completely different from another but combines well with it |
| 1527 |
The current balance in your account is 1,182. balance the amount of money you have in your bank account |
| 1528 |
You pay a deposit now and the balance in 12 months. balance the amount of money that you owe after paying part of the cost of something |
| 1529 |
The balance of public opinion was against the proposal. balance the majority of information, opinions, or facts |
| 1530 |
The balance has shifted in favour of the president. balance tilt shift the balance the majority of information, opinions, or facts |
| 1531 |
You can use the balance of the time to finish the assignment. balance balance of the amount of something that remains after part has been used |
| 1532 |
She quickly recovered her balance after the outburst. balance mental or emotional calm |
| 1533 |
Jack's career is hanging in the balance while they consider what to do. balance be hang in the balance if something is in the balance, you do not know whether it will succeed or fail |
| 1534 |
That wheel is off balance. balance not steady or upright, for example because more weight is on one side |
| 1535 |
He kept pulling my arm, throwing me off balance. balance throw knock someone something off balance not steady or upright, for example because more weight is on one side |
| 1536 |
I was thrown completely off balance by Anna's reply. balance knock catch someone off balance surprised, upset, or confused by something |
| 1537 |
On balance, I think we made the right decision. balance on balance after considering all the relevant facts |
| 1538 |
We all sat with plates balanced on our knees. balance to put something somewhere carefully so that it is steady and does not fall |
| 1539 |
Jean went out, the tray balancing precariously in one hand. balance to be steady in a position where it is possible to fall |
| 1540 |
We have to balance the needs and tastes of all our customers. balance to create or preserve a good or correct balance between different features or aspects |
| 1541 |
There is a need to balance the demands of the workplace with those of family life. balance balance something with against something to create or preserve a good or correct balance between different features or aspects |
| 1542 |
Development has to be balanced against environmental concerns. balance to create or preserve a good or correct balance between different features or aspects |
| 1543 |
The dark colours are balanced by the brightness of the walls. balance to reduce the effect, strength, or amount of something, and as a result make it better |
| 1544 |
I've been up all night trying to balance the books. balance to do calculations to check or show that you have not spent more money than you have received |
| 1545 |
boxes of fish that smelt absolutely disgusting disgusting extremely unpleasant |
| 1546 |
It was a disgusting waste of public money. disgusting very bad or shocking |
| 1547 |
The behaviour of the crowd was quite disgusting. disgusting very bad or shocking |
| 1548 |
a lifestyle that is disgustingly unhealthy disgusting |
| 1549 |
He has two brothers and two sisters. sister a daughter of your parents. A son of your parents is called your brother |
| 1550 |
She has to babysit for her little sister tonight. sister big little sister (=an older or younger sister) a daughter of your parents. A son of your parents is called your brother |
| 1551 |
the day night sister sister a female nurse in charge of a hospital ward (=a room for people who are ill in a hospital) |
| 1552 |
My leg is still hurting me, Sister. sister used for talking to a sister in a hospital |
| 1553 |
Sister Mary sister used in front of the first name of a nun, when talking to her or about her |
| 1554 |
support for our sisters in the armed forces sister used by women for referring to a woman who they have strong feelings of loyalty and friendship towards |
| 1555 |
The books provide the reader with an introduction to natural history. reader someone who reads, especially someone who reads a particular newspaper, book, or magazine |
| 1556 |
Readers of our magazine will be familiar with her column. reader someone who reads, especially someone who reads a particular newspaper, book, or magazine |
| 1557 |
an exclusive offer for Cosmo readers reader a Sun Guardian Times etc reader (=someone who regularly reads a particular newspaper or magazine) someone who reads, especially someone who reads a particular newspaper, book, or magazine |
| 1558 |
I am an avid reader of detective novels. reader someone who reads, especially books |
| 1559 |
a special programme for slow readers reader someone who reads in a particular way or with a particular level of skill |
| 1560 |
Someone was having a party in the flat below. below in a lower place or position |
| 1561 |
a gunshot wound below the left shoulder below in a lower place or position |
| 1562 |
This suggestion is discussed in more detail below. below in a later part of a piece of writing |
| 1563 |
For further information, see below. below in a later part of a piece of writing |
| 1564 |
He went below to speak to the engineer. below in or into the lower part of a ship |
| 1565 |
During the night, temperatures dropped below zero. below less than a certain number, amount, or level |
| 1566 |
The college will not accept candidates with test scores below 60. below less than a certain number, amount, or level |
| 1567 |
House prices are still 2% below 2000 levels. below less than a certain number, amount, or level |
| 1568 |
Students were sent home if their behaviour fell below an acceptable standard. below not as good as a particular standard |
| 1569 |
The team's performance has been well below average. below not as good as a particular standard |
| 1570 |
Officers below the rank of captain receive no special privileges. below used for saying that someone's rank is lower or their job is less important than someone else's |
| 1571 |
They're on trial for armed robbery. trial on trial (for something) the process of examining a case in a court of law and deciding whether someone is guilty or innocent. When a case comes to trial, it is brought to a court and the person who has been accused of a crime stands trial (=appears in court) |
| 1572 |
He remains in prison awaiting trial on major fraud charges. trial trial on the process of examining a case in a court of law and deciding whether someone is guilty or innocent. When a case comes to trial, it is brought to a court and the person who has been accused of a crime stands trial (=appears in court) |
| 1573 |
The drug is now undergoing clinical trials. trial the process of testing a product, plan, or person over a period of time |
| 1574 |
The system will operate for a six-month trial period. trial a trial period the process of testing a product, plan, or person over a period of time |
| 1575 |
We've installed the new system on a trial basis. trial a trial basis the process of testing a product, plan, or person over a period of time |
| 1576 |
She wanted a trial separation but he insisted on a divorce. trial a trial separation (=when a married couple decide to live apart for a short time) the process of testing a product, plan, or person over a period of time |
| 1577 |
She writes about the trials of life on the American frontier. trial a painful or difficult experience |
| 1578 |
The kids can be a bit of a trial at times. trial someone who causes problems or is annoying |
| 1579 |
The Olympic trials are to be held next week. trial a sports competition during which people are tested and chosen for a later competition |
| 1580 |
I figured out how to use the new software by a process of trial and error. trial trial and error a way of finding a good method that involves trying several possibilities and learning from your mistakes |
| 1581 |
They soon came to learn about the trials and tribulations of parenthood. trial trials and tribulations the difficulties and problems involved in something |
| 1582 |
Rainwater flows through soil and porous rock to reach underground streams. rock the hard solid substance that forms part of the Earth's surface |
| 1583 |
We had to dig down through a twelve-inch layer of rock. rock the hard solid substance that forms part of the Earth's surface |
| 1584 |
a castle built on a big rock rock a large piece of stone that rises up from the ground or from under the sea |
| 1585 |
the Rock of Gibraltar rock a large piece of stone that rises up from the ground or from under the sea |
| 1586 |
She ran over the fallen rocks towards him. rock a large piece of stone lying on the ground |
| 1587 |
The waves crashed against the rocks. rock a group of rocks along the edge of the land or under the surface of the sea |
| 1588 |
Protesters threw rocks at the police. rock a small stone |
| 1589 |
a rock star rock rock music |
| 1590 |
rock concerts rock rock music |
| 1591 |
His marriage was known to be on the rocks. rock if a business or relationship is on the rocks, it is having serious difficulties and is likely to fail soon |
| 1592 |
scotch on the rocks rock if an alcoholic drink is served on the rocks, it is served with ice |
| 1593 |
Throughout the crisis she stayed as solid as a rock. rock very reliable or calm |
| 1594 |
You can stand on that table, it's solid as a rock. rock very strong and not likely to break |
| 1595 |
He sat rocking in his seat and staring out of the window. rock to move backwards and forwards or from side to side in a gentle way |
| 1596 |
Hold your knees close to your chest and rock from side to side. rock to move backwards and forwards or from side to side in a gentle way |
| 1597 |
She rocked the child in her arms. rock to make someone or something move backwards and forwards or from side to side in a gentle way |
| 1598 |
Spain has been rocked by another political scandal. rock to shock, surprise, or frighten someone |
| 1599 |
The blast rocked the houses in the street. rock if an explosion or earthquake rocks something, it makes it shake violently |
| 1600 |
The solid ground rocked beneath us. rock if something rocks, it shakes violently as a result of an explosion or an earthquake |
| 1601 |
I realize I'm new here and I don't want to rock the boat. rock rock the boat to cause problems by changing a situation that is considered satisfactory |
| 1602 |
That new Pacino film rocks! rock something rocks used for saying that someone or something is very good or impressive |
| 1603 |
Mr Charlton surveyed the damage caused by the bulldozer. damage physical harm caused to something so that it is broken, spoiled, or injured |
| 1604 |
Damage to the building could take six months to repair. damage damage to physical harm caused to something so that it is broken, spoiled, or injured |
| 1605 |
No damage had been done, and we pushed the van back onto the road. damage do damage physical harm caused to something so that it is broken, spoiled, or injured |
| 1606 |
The house suffered only superficial damage in the fire. damage suffer damage physical harm caused to something so that it is broken, spoiled, or injured |
| 1607 |
A fire had caused serious damage to their flat. damage serious severe extensive damage physical harm caused to something so that it is broken, spoiled, or injured |
| 1608 |
Mining in the area was doing irreparable damage to the environment. damage permanent irreparable irreversible damage physical harm caused to something so that it is broken, spoiled, or injured |
| 1609 |
a new drug to treat nerve damage damage brain liver nerve damage physical harm caused to something so that it is broken, spoiled, or injured |
| 1610 |
Experts have been assessing the level of flood damage. damage storm flood fire bomb damage (=damage caused by a storm, fire etc) physical harm caused to something so that it is broken, spoiled, or injured |
| 1611 |
Many traumatic events may be overcome without lasting damage. damage emotional or mental harm caused to someone |
| 1612 |
The damage to the bank's image is extremely serious. damage damage to negative effects on someone or something |
| 1613 |
The revelations caused untold damage to his political reputation. damage untold damage (=damage that is impossible to measure) negative effects on someone or something |
| 1614 |
Mrs Owen was ordered to pay damages of 6,000. damage money that a court orders you to pay someone because you have harmed them or their property |
| 1615 |
The jury awarded damages of over $9 million to the victims. damage money that a court orders you to pay someone because you have harmed them or their property |
| 1616 |
He hadn't meant to upset her. But the damage was done. damage the damage is done used for saying that something bad or wrong has already been done and cannot be changed |
| 1617 |
Many buildings and cars had been damaged in the blast. damage to harm something physically so that it is broken, spoiled, or injured |
| 1618 |
Jogging on roads can damage your knees. damage to harm something physically so that it is broken, spoiled, or injured |
| 1619 |
The house had been severely damaged by fire. damage badly severely seriously extensively damage to harm something physically so that it is broken, spoiled, or injured |
| 1620 |
Environmentalists argue that the scheme would irreparably damage the island's ecology. damage irreparably permanently damage to harm something physically so that it is broken, spoiled, or injured |
| 1621 |
This latest crisis could damage prospects for economic recovery. damage to have a negative effect on someone or something |
| 1622 |
His political reputation has been seriously damaged by the scandal. damage badly seriously severely damage to have a negative effect on someone or something |
| 1623 |
He decided to adopt a more radical approach to the problem. adopt to decide to start using a particular idea, plan, or method |
| 1624 |
Parliament unanimously adopted the committee's proposals. adopt to formally accept a proposal, usually by voting |
| 1625 |
When questioned, he adopted a very aggressive attitude. adopt to start using a particular way of speaking, thinking, or behaving that is not the one you usually use |
| 1626 |
The couple are hoping to adopt a baby girl. adopt to take someone else's child into your family and legally make him or her your own child |
| 1627 |
He was 18 when he found out he had been adopted. adopt to take someone else's child into your family and legally make him or her your own child |
| 1628 |
She has adopted Japan as her home. adopt to choose a country to live in as your home |
| 1629 |
Kelly was adopted as the candidate for Bolton West. adopt to choose someone to represent your political party in an election |
| 1630 |
Katy was sitting alone reading the newspaper. newspaper a set of large printed sheets of folded paper containing news, articles, and other information, usually published every day. There are two main types of newspaper, the quality or broadsheet newspapers that generally deal with serious news issues, and the tabloid newspapers that deal more with subjects such as sport, television actors, and shocking crime stories. A newspaper is usually simply called a paper |
| 1631 |
a daily weekly newspaper newspaper a set of large printed sheets of folded paper containing news, articles, and other information, usually published every day. There are two main types of newspaper, the quality or broadsheet newspapers that generally deal with serious news issues, and the tabloid newspapers that deal more with subjects such as sport, television actors, and shocking crime stories. A newspaper is usually simply called a paper |
| 1632 |
a local national regional newspaper newspaper a set of large printed sheets of folded paper containing news, articles, and other information, usually published every day. There are two main types of newspaper, the quality or broadsheet newspapers that generally deal with serious news issues, and the tabloid newspapers that deal more with subjects such as sport, television actors, and shocking crime stories. A newspaper is usually simply called a paper |
| 1633 |
He presented her with a bunch of flowers wrapped in damp newspaper. newspaper sheets of paper from a newspaper |
| 1634 |
a newspaper article report headline newspaper in a newspaper, or connected with a newspaper |
| 1635 |
a newspaper editor journalist columnist newspaper in a newspaper, or connected with a newspaper |
| 1636 |
He wrote to the local newspaper. newspaper an organization that produces a newspaper |
| 1637 |
The newspaper went bankrupt in 1983. newspaper an organization that produces a newspaper |
| 1638 |
You shouldn't believe everything you read in the newspapers. newspaper the newspapers the various newspapers that are published in a particular country or area |
| 1639 |
the British weather British relating to the UK, or its people or culture |
| 1640 |
a very British sense of humour British relating to the UK, or its people or culture |
| 1641 |
Move this word and you change the meaning of the sentence. meaning the thing, action, feeling, idea etc that a word or words represent |
| 1642 |
I'm not sure I get your meaning. meaning get catch someone's meaning (=understand what they are saying) the thing, action, feeling, idea etc that a word or words represent |
| 1643 |
Examine the writing closely, and you discover multiple layers of meaning. meaning layers shades of meaning (=different meanings that are not obvious) the thing, action, feeling, idea etc that a word or words represent |
| 1644 |
It seems that the clothes have a deep religious meaning. meaning the ideas that signs, symbols, or ways of behaving represent |
| 1645 |
This poem's real meaning has always been a puzzle. meaning the ideas that writers, artists, musicians etc try to express in their work |
| 1646 |
The book tackles important questions, such as the meaning of life. meaning meaning of the special importance or purpose of something |
| 1647 |
There didn't seem to be any meaning to her work. meaning meaning to the special importance or purpose of something |
| 1648 |
Religion has little meaning for many people today. meaning meaning for the special importance or purpose of something |
| 1649 |
Times change and ancient customs lose their meaning. meaning something loses its meaning the special importance or purpose of something |
| 1650 |
Hungry? You don't know the meaning of hunger. meaning know not know the meaning of something used for emphasizing how much or how little you understand something |
| 1651 |
In a large organization, good internal communication is essential. essential completely necessary |
| 1652 |
Light is absolutely essential for the healthy development of plants. essential essential for completely necessary |
| 1653 |
He had acquired the skills essential to his later success in politics. essential essential to completely necessary |
| 1654 |
It is essential that all equipment is properly maintained. essential it is essential (that) completely necessary |
| 1655 |
If you want to make major changes, it is essential to involve your staff. essential it is essential to do something completely necessary |
| 1656 |
Her articles are essential reading for anyone interested in the war. essential essential reading completely necessary |
| 1657 |
She has always played an essential part in the smooth running of the business. essential play an essential role part in something completely necessary |
| 1658 |
the essential characteristics of Marxist political thought essential the essential features of something are its most basic and typical features |
| 1659 |
The essential difference between us is that I take life seriously. essential the essential features of something are its most basic and typical features |
| 1660 |
essential services such as shops and buses essential most basic and necessary |
| 1661 |
food, fuel, and other essential supplies essential most basic and necessary |
| 1662 |
essential vitamins minerals nutrients essential used about the substances that your body needs in order to stay healthy |
| 1663 |
food, water, and other essentials essential something that is needed for life, or needed in a particular situation |
| 1664 |
She packed a few essentials and headed for the airport. essential something that is needed for life, or needed in a particular situation |
| 1665 |
Millions of people lack even the bare essentials. essential the bare barest essentials something that is needed for life, or needed in a particular situation |
| 1666 |
He agreed to teach me the essentials of web page design. essential essential of the most basic and important aspects of a subject |
| 1667 |
The most obvious explanation is not always the correct one. obvious clear to almost anyone |
| 1668 |
'I'd have thought that was fairly obvious,' James retorted. obvious clear to almost anyone |
| 1669 |
a glaringly obvious mistake obvious clear to almost anyone |
| 1670 |
For obvious reasons, I won't go into details. obvious for obvious reasons clear to almost anyone |
| 1671 |
It's pretty obvious he's crazy about you. obvious obvious (that) clear to almost anyone |
| 1672 |
It was becoming obvious to her parents that she needed help. obvious obvious to clear to almost anyone |
| 1673 |
It was obvious from Eleanor's voice that she disliked him. obvious obvious from clear to almost anyone |
| 1674 |
I couldn't resist the obvious comment. obvious expressing or lacking imagination |
| 1675 |
You have a talent for stating the obvious. obvious state the obvious (=say something that is already well-known) expressing or lacking imagination |
| 1676 |
To state the obvious, if we don't take precautions now, we'll suffer for it later. obvious expressing or lacking imagination |
| 1677 |
Do you have to be so obvious? obvious behaving in a way that clearly shows that you want something from someone or from a situation |
| 1678 |
Making an apology was the obvious thing to do. obvious natural and reasonable in a particular situation |
| 1679 |
His experience made him the obvious choice for the position. obvious obvious choice natural and reasonable in a particular situation |
| 1680 |
There's a perfectly obvious explanation for this trend. obvious obvious explanation natural and reasonable in a particular situation |
| 1681 |
There was no immediately obvious solution that we could think of. obvious obvious solution natural and reasonable in a particular situation |
| 1682 |
the leaders of the main industrial nations nation a country that has its own land and government |
| 1683 |
The aim of the LIVE project is to train students from developing nations. nation a country that has its own land and government |
| 1684 |
We want government to serve the whole nation. nation the people of a particular country |
| 1685 |
He called for leadership that will unite the nation. nation the people of a particular country |
| 1686 |
the Arapaho nation nation a group of people who share the same culture and languages but do not have their own country |
| 1687 |
We'll be on holiday in August. August the eighth month of the year, between July and September |
| 1688 |
The meeting is on 4th August. August the eighth month of the year, between July and September |
| 1689 |
They got married last August. August the eighth month of the year, between July and September |
| 1690 |
The study confirms the findings of earlier research. confirm to prove that something is true |
| 1691 |
Please bring something with you that confirms your identity. confirm to prove that something is true |
| 1692 |
The doctor may do a test to confirm that you are pregnant. confirm confirm (that) to prove that something is true |
| 1693 |
Their strange behaviour was enough to confirm my suspicions. confirm confirm someone's suspicions to make you feel sure that an idea or belief is right or true |
| 1694 |
When she saw the letter her worst fears were confirmed. confirm confirm someone's fears to make you feel sure that an idea or belief is right or true |
| 1695 |
His words confirmed me in my belief that our cause was right. confirm confirm someone in their belief view determination etc to make you feel sure that an idea or belief is right or true |
| 1696 |
We cannot confirm the number of jobs that will be lost. confirm to say that something is definitely true because you know about it |
| 1697 |
The head teacher confirmed that two pupils had been expelled. confirm confirm that to say that something is definitely true because you know about it |
| 1698 |
The date of the meeting is still to be confirmed. confirm to tell someone, usually by writing or telephoning, that something will definitely happen at the time or in the way that has been arranged |
| 1699 |
You can make an appointment now, and then call nearer the time to confirm. confirm to tell someone, usually by writing or telephoning, that something will definitely happen at the time or in the way that has been arranged |
| 1700 |
The parliament's decision still has to be confirmed in a referendum. confirm to formally support something and allow it to happen |
| 1701 |
Nigel Hill was yesterday confirmed as the new chief executive. confirm to formally accept someone new in an important position |
| 1702 |
driving from south to north south the direction that is on your right when you are facing the rising sun and is usually on the bottom of a map |
| 1703 |
Their business is in the south of the city. south the direction that is on your right when you are facing the rising sun and is usually on the bottom of a map |
| 1704 |
Did you like living in the south? south the part of a country or place that is in this direction |
| 1705 |
Tina was taking the train south to visit her sister. south towards the south |
| 1706 |
A room that faces south gets more sunlight. south towards the south |
| 1707 |
They live 20 minutes south of Manchester. south south of (=on the south side of) towards the south |
| 1708 |
They've decided to move down south. south down south to or in the south of England |
| 1709 |
They go south every winter to get away from the cold. south go south to travel to the southern part of a country or region |
| 1710 |
the south side of the school hall south in the south, or facing towards the south |
| 1711 |
South Africa south in the south, or facing towards the south |
| 1712 |
Cut the cloth to the required length. length a measurement of how long something is in size |
| 1713 |
This beautiful bird is small, with a total length of about three inches. length a measurement of how long something is in size |
| 1714 |
The length of your swimming pool is not important. length a measurement of how long something is in size |
| 1715 |
Use two planks of unequal length. length of equal unequal length a measurement of how long something is in size |
| 1716 |
The boat was 16 feet in length. length in length a measurement of how long something is in size |
| 1717 |
The length of your talk must be at least 10 minutes. length a measurement of how long something is in time |
| 1718 |
The average length of stay in hospital is three days. length a measurement of how long something is in time |
| 1719 |
You can adjust the length of time that the light remains on. length length of time a measurement of how long something is in time |
| 1720 |
When standing for any length of time, remember to flex your knees. length for any length of time (=for a long period of time) a measurement of how long something is in time |
| 1721 |
His latest novel is twice the length of his previous one. length a measurement of how big a book or piece of writing is |
| 1722 |
Carter ran half the length of the pitch to score a brilliant goal. length the distance from one end of something to the other |
| 1723 |
The pier was lit up along its entire length. length along something's length the distance from one end of something to the other |
| 1724 |
A proposed tourist trail will run the length of the river. length run the length of something (=go from one end to the other) the distance from one end of something to the other |
| 1725 |
a length of pipe rope string length a piece of something that is long and thin |
| 1726 |
He still managed to finish seven lengths ahead of the rest. length a measure of how far one car, horse etc is in front of another in a race, usually equal to the length of one car, horse etc |
| 1727 |
At length, the day came on which we were to leave. length at length after a long time |
| 1728 |
Austin was questioned at length by detectives. length at (great some) length for a long time and with a lot of detail |
| 1729 |
The matter will be discussed at greater length this evening. length at (great some) length for a long time and with a lot of detail |
| 1730 |
They have gone to great lengths to make us feel welcome. length go to great extreme any etc lengths to try in a very determined or unreasonable way to achieve something |
| 1731 |
The lengths that some people will go to (=the extreme things they will do) to get a ticket! length go to great extreme any etc lengths to try in a very determined or unreasonable way to achieve something |
| 1732 |
We've searched the length and breadth of the country for a suitable candidate. length the length and breadth of something in every part of a large area |
| 1733 |
The wind rustled the bare branches of the trees. branch a part of a tree that grows out of its trunk (=main stem) with leaves, flowers, or fruit growing on it. A very small branch is called a twig |
| 1734 |
There was a bird perched on the topmost branch. branch a part of a tree that grows out of its trunk (=main stem) with leaves, flowers, or fruit growing on it. A very small branch is called a twig |
| 1735 |
The store has branches in over 50 cities. branch a shop or office representing a large company or organization in a particular area |
| 1736 |
a branch manager branch a shop or office representing a large company or organization in a particular area |
| 1737 |
the president of the Glasgow branch of the AA branch the members of an organization, club, or political party in a particular area: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 1738 |
the branch secretary treasurer branch the members of an organization, club, or political party in a particular area: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 1739 |
the anti-terrorism branch of Scotland Yard branch a department that performs a particular job or has a particular responsibility: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 1740 |
Mechanics is a branch of physics. branch branch of a part of a particular area of study or knowledge |
| 1741 |
the branch of medicine that treats ailments of the stomach branch a part of a particular area of study or knowledge |
| 1742 |
One branch of Jane's family lives in San Francisco. branch branch of a section of a family who are all related to one person who lived in the past |
| 1743 |
the larger branches of the Mekong River branch branch of a part of a river that leads away from the main part |
| 1744 |
yellow flowers on branching stems branch to divide into two or more parts |
| 1745 |
The road branched into four paths. branch branch into to divide into two or more parts |
| 1746 |
The river is quite deep here. deep going a long way down from the top or the surface |
| 1747 |
an area of high hills and deep valleys deep going a long way down from the top or the surface |
| 1748 |
How deep is the snow? deep used for saying or asking the distance from the top or surface of something |
| 1749 |
The pond needs to be at least a metre deep. deep 2 metres deep 6 feet deep etc used for saying or asking the distance from the top or surface of something |
| 1750 |
He had a deep cut on his forehead. deep going a long way into something |
| 1751 |
By this time we were deep inside enemy territory. deep deep inside going a long way into something |
| 1752 |
a small cabin deep in the woods deep deep in going a long way into something |
| 1753 |
The shelves need to be a bit deeper than that. deep going a long way back from the front of something |
| 1754 |
I do feel a very deep sympathy for them all. deep a deep feeling or emotion is very strong |
| 1755 |
a feeling of deep gratitude deep a deep feeling or emotion is very strong |
| 1756 |
I recognized George's deep voice on the other end of the phone. deep a deep sound is low |
| 1757 |
a deep roaring sound deep a deep sound is low |
| 1758 |
a beautiful deep red deep a deep colour is dark and strong |
| 1759 |
Take a few deep breaths to calm yourself down. deep breathing a lot of air into or out of your body |
| 1760 |
He looked at Rosie and gave a deep sigh. deep breathing a lot of air into or out of your body |
| 1761 |
She fell into a deep sleep. deep a deep sleep is one that you do not wake up easily from |
| 1762 |
We had a very deep conversation about love and death. deep something that is deep involves very serious thoughts, ideas, or feelings |
| 1763 |
Her husband seemed deep in conversation with Mrs Beeley. deep deep in conversation completely involved in doing something, especially so that you do not notice things happening around you |
| 1764 |
He was deep in thought, oblivious to all the noise around him. deep deep in thought completely involved in doing something, especially so that you do not notice things happening around you |
| 1765 |
How did you manage to get so deep in debt? deep deep in debt owing a lot of money |
| 1766 |
Financially, he was in deep trouble. deep in deep trouble in a very difficult situation |
| 1767 |
I was beginning to feel that I was getting into deep water. deep in into deep water in a difficult or serious situation |
| 1768 |
He believes in throwing new recruits in at the deep end. deep throw someone in at the deep end to make someone deal with something difficult without preparing them for it |
| 1769 |
men who work deep under the ground deep a long way down from the top or the surface |
| 1770 |
deep below the ocean's surface deep a long way down from the top or the surface |
| 1771 |
They continued deep into the forest. deep a long way into something |
| 1772 |
People were standing three deep at the side of the road to watch the procession. deep if people or things are two deep, three deep etc, there are two, three etc rows of them behind or on top of one another |
| 1773 |
Deep down I knew that Caroline was right. deep if you know or feel something deep down, you do know or feel it, although you try to pretend that you do not |
| 1774 |
Deep down he's really a very thoughtful person. deep if you have a particular quality deep down, you have that quality, although you try to keep it hidden from other people |
| 1775 |
In this community, hostility to outsiders runs deep. deep run go deep if a feeling runs or goes deep, it is very strong and difficult to change |
| 1776 |
I thought there was some coffee in the cupboard, but there's none there. none not one of a group of people, or things or no amount of something |
| 1777 |
Few residents were willing to be named, and none would be photographed. none not one of a group of people, or things or no amount of something |
| 1778 |
The driver was killed, but none of the passengers was hurt. none none of not one of a group of people, or things or no amount of something |
| 1779 |
None of the money actually went to the people who needed it. none not one of a group of people, or things or no amount of something |
| 1780 |
Some people with the disease might display only mild symptoms or none at all. none none at all not one of a group of people, or things or no amount of something |
| 1781 |
He wanted to teach her how to manage her money, but she was having none of it. none have none of something to not allow someone to do something or behave in a particular way |
| 1782 |
Let's have none of your silly excuses. none have none of something to not allow someone to do something or behave in a particular way |
| 1783 |
We woke up next morning none the worse for our terrible experience. none none the better worse etc no better worse etc than before |
| 1784 |
She required the constant care that none but her sister could give. none none but only |
| 1785 |
The songwriters are none other than Sir Tim Rice and Sir Elton John. none none other (than) used for expressing surprise that a particular person, often someone famous, has done something or is connected with something |
| 1786 |
Hugo was none too happy when I told him I was leaving. none none too not at all |
| 1787 |
Forward planning is essential. planning the process of deciding how you will do something before you do it |
| 1788 |
The planning application was agreed by the district council last week. planning the control of building and development in towns, cities, and other areas, especially by local government |
| 1789 |
New development zones must get approval from urban planning departments. planning the control of building and development in towns, cities, and other areas, especially by local government |
| 1790 |
Trust is an important issue between teenagers and their parents. trust a feeling of confidence in someone that shows you believe they are honest, fair, and reliable |
| 1791 |
public trust in police officers trust trust in a feeling of confidence in someone that shows you believe they are honest, fair, and reliable |
| 1792 |
Sumner placed considerable trust in his lawyer. trust put place (your) trust in someone something a feeling of confidence in someone that shows you believe they are honest, fair, and reliable |
| 1793 |
Jen had confided her secret to Mark, but he betrayed her trust. trust abuse betray someone's trust (=treat someone badly or dishonestly, although they trusted you) a feeling of confidence in someone that shows you believe they are honest, fair, and reliable |
| 1794 |
You have to be able to have trust in your backup system. trust confidence that something is safe, reliable, or effective |
| 1795 |
The land will be held in trust by the Church. trust hold place something in trust an arrangement in which a person or an organization manages someone else's money or property |
| 1796 |
the Jamaica National Heritage Trust trust an organization that manages money or property so that it can help other people or organizations |
| 1797 |
a charitable trust trust an organization that manages money or property so that it can help other people or organizations |
| 1798 |
She put her children in the trust of strangers. trust put someone something in the trust of someone a situation in which someone is made responsible for another person or thing |
| 1799 |
I don't think a teenager can be expected to hold such a position of trust. trust a position of trust (=a job in which you have a lot of responsibility and power) a situation in which someone is made responsible for another person or thing |
| 1800 |
You'll just have to take these figures on trust. trust take something on trust to believe that something you have heard or read is true, although there is no proof |
| 1801 |
Both communities have to trust each other. trust to be confident that someone is honest, fair, and reliable |
| 1802 |
Politicians just can't be trusted. trust to be confident that someone is honest, fair, and reliable |
| 1803 |
Can we trust you to give John the message? trust trust someone to do something to be confident that someone is honest, fair, and reliable |
| 1804 |
I can always trust him with a secret. trust trust someone with something to be confident that someone is honest, fair, and reliable |
| 1805 |
Never trust cheap locks like these. trust to be confident that something is safe, reliable, or effective |
| 1806 |
I wouldn't trust that ladder to hold me up. trust trust something to do something to be confident that something is safe, reliable, or effective |
| 1807 |
I trust his judgment on legal issues. trust trust someone's judgment (=be confident that they can make good decisions) to be confident that something is safe, reliable, or effective |
| 1808 |
Don't trust anything Mr Davis tells you. trust to be confident that a fact or piece of information is true or accurate |
| 1809 |
I trust that you've already completed the paperwork, Mrs Williams. trust I trust (that) used for saying that you hope and expect that something is true |
| 1810 |
I wouldn't trust him an inch. trust not trust someone an inch to not trust someone at all |
| 1811 |
Trust Tim to forget about our meeting! trust trust someone (to do something) used for saying that someone has done something that you think is typical of them, especially something that annoys you |
| 1812 |
'Pete left the kitchen in a real mess.' 'Trust him!' trust trust someone (to do something) used for saying that someone has done something that you think is typical of them, especially something that annoys you |
| 1813 |
Sessions run in the evenings to allow working parents to attend. working a working person has a job |
| 1814 |
Compare your own situation with that of other working women. working a working person has a job |
| 1815 |
How will these changes affect the ordinary working man? working doing a job that involves mostly physical work |
| 1816 |
a good working relationship between producers and distributors working relating to work |
| 1817 |
After the meeting there will be a working lunch. working relating to work |
| 1818 |
The strikers are demanding better working conditions. working working conditions environment relating to work |
| 1819 |
In the grounds of the priory is a working watermill. working something that is working can be operated or used |
| 1820 |
Applicants should have a working knowledge of Greek. working satisfactory for a particular purpose but not perfect or completely developed |
| 1821 |
This working document could become the draft of an eventual peace agreement. working satisfactory for a particular purpose but not perfect or completely developed |
| 1822 |
I gave him a revised working drawing showing greater detail. working satisfactory for a particular purpose but not perfect or completely developed |
| 1823 |
chest stomach pains pain a feeling that you have in a part of your body when you are hurt or ill |
| 1824 |
Harry has been enduring considerable back pain for a number of years. pain a feeling that you have in a part of your body when you are hurt or ill |
| 1825 |
I'm having terrible pains in my chest. pain pain in a feeling that you have in a part of your body when you are hurt or ill |
| 1826 |
The fresh air had done nothing to ease the pain Kelly felt in her head. pain ease relieve pain a feeling that you have in a part of your body when you are hurt or ill |
| 1827 |
An old injury was causing him intense pain. pain cause (someone) pain a feeling that you have in a part of your body when you are hurt or ill |
| 1828 |
He heard Leo scream in pain. pain in pain a feeling that you have in a part of your body when you are hurt or ill |
| 1829 |
I don't think she's in any pain. pain be in pain a feeling that you have in a part of your body when you are hurt or ill |
| 1830 |
It was a sharp pain, on his left side, below his ribs. pain a sharp pain (=a sudden strong pain) a feeling that you have in a part of your body when you are hurt or ill |
| 1831 |
Dealing with the subject sensitively can help prevent a lot of pain. pain a feeling of being very upset or unhappy |
| 1832 |
The incident must have caused my parents great pain. pain cause (someone) pain a feeling of being very upset or unhappy |
| 1833 |
He had no idea of the pain he had inflicted on her. pain inflict pain on someone a feeling of being very upset or unhappy |
| 1834 |
He found it hard to cope with the pain of being separated from his children. pain the pain of something a feeling of being very upset or unhappy |
| 1835 |
You're being a real pain! pain be a pain (in the neck) to be very annoying. You can also say be a pain in the bum or arse but these expressions are impolite |
| 1836 |
The solicitor was at pains to explain the effects of his client's plea. pain be at pains to do something to try very hard to do something |
| 1837 |
All she got for her pains was a faint smile. pain for your pains used for emphasizing that you have not been properly rewarded for your efforts |
| 1838 |
I had taken great pains to make the evening perfect. pain go to take great pains to do something with a lot of care or effort |
| 1839 |
She always takes great pains with her lectures. pain go to take great pains to do something with a lot of care or effort |
| 1840 |
I told her on pain of death not to tell Pete that I was involved. pain on under pain of something used for threatening someone |
| 1841 |
It was clear the subject pained him. pain to make someone feel very upset or unhappy |
| 1842 |
It pained her to think that they would never talk to each other again. pain it pains someone to do something to make someone feel very upset or unhappy |
| 1843 |
It pains me that we're such hypocrites about it. pain it pains someone that to make someone feel very upset or unhappy |
| 1844 |
His head still pains him from time to time where he got that knock. pain to make someone feel physical pain |
| 1845 |
The band spent six months in the studio working on their new album. studio a room or rooms where music or a film, television show, or radio show is recorded |
| 1846 |
Have you ever been in a television studio? studio television film recording studio a room or rooms where music or a film, television show, or radio show is recorded |
| 1847 |
The film rights to her story were bought by a major studio. studio a company that produces films |
| 1848 |
Are you positive that there's been no mistake? positive positive (that) completely certain |
| 1849 |
We'd met before – I was positive about that. positive positive about of completely certain |
| 1850 |
We'll make money from this deal – I'm positive of that. positive completely certain |
| 1851 |
a positive attitude positive believing that good things will happen or that a situation will get better |
| 1852 |
Try to think positive thoughts. positive believing that good things will happen or that a situation will get better |
| 1853 |
You have every reason to be positive about the future. positive positive about believing that good things will happen or that a situation will get better |
| 1854 |
The experiment is working well and feedback is very positive. positive showing agreement or approval |
| 1855 |
We couldn't be sure if her reaction would be positive. positive showing agreement or approval |
| 1856 |
School was a totally positive experience for me. positive a positive experience, situation, result etc is a good one |
| 1857 |
The positive aspects of parenthood are rarely written about. positive a positive experience, situation, result etc is a good one |
| 1858 |
An initiative to help homeless people is showing positive results. positive a positive result outcome a positive experience, situation, result etc is a good one |
| 1859 |
a positive role model positive used about someone or something that encourages positive behaviour, attitudes etc |
| 1860 |
Students learn better in this positive environment. positive used about someone or something that encourages positive behaviour, attitudes etc |
| 1861 |
The whole thing was a positive embarrassment. positive used for emphasizing how true, important etc something is |
| 1862 |
You must be prepared to make a positive contribution to the business. positive if you do something positive, you do something to try to improve a situation or to help someone rather than doing nothing |
| 1863 |
The indications are positive that this year's festival will be a success. positive showing that a situation is likely to improve |
| 1864 |
a positive diagnosis positive a positive result in a medical test means that the person has the disease or condition that was tested for |
| 1865 |
The runner was suspended for two years after he tested positive for drugs. positive test positive (for something) a positive result in a medical test means that the person has the disease or condition that was tested for |
| 1866 |
Weigh up the negatives and the positives before you make your decision. positive a good aspect of something |
| 1867 |
Compassion is only one aspect of the human spirit. spirit your attitude to life or to other people |
| 1868 |
an adventurous creative independent spirit spirit your attitude to life or to other people |
| 1869 |
a spirit of cooperation spirit the attitude of people in a group |
| 1870 |
You become aware of a powerful community spirit. spirit the attitude of people in a group |
| 1871 |
She tried singing to keep her spirits up. spirit your mood, or your attitude |
| 1872 |
The bad weather did nothing to lift her spirits. spirit lift raise someone's spirits your mood, or your attitude |
| 1873 |
Dad's in high spirits today, isn't he? spirit high good spirits your mood, or your attitude |
| 1874 |
She was admired for her spirit and passion. spirit an enthusiastic or determined attitude |
| 1875 |
Each country should honour the spirit of the treaty. spirit the general or real meaning of something |
| 1876 |
the spirit behind the words the author has written spirit the general or real meaning of something |
| 1877 |
His spirit will always be with us. spirit the part of a person that many people believe continues to exist after death |
| 1878 |
evil spirits spirit an imaginary creature with special powers |
| 1879 |
Everyone entered into the spirit of things by wearing costumes. spirit enter get into the spirit of something to take part in something with enthusiasm |
| 1880 |
At these meetings, people stand up and speak as the spirit moves them. spirit if when as the spirit moves you used for saying that someone does something when they want to, rather than when they think they should |
| 1881 |
I'm afraid I can't come, but I'll be there in spirit. spirit in spirit not physically in a place or situation but thinking about the people who are there and wishing you were there |
| 1882 |
The lawyers have violated the spirit, if not the letter, of the law. spirit the spirit of the law the real meaning or intention of a law, even if the way it is written does not express this |
| 1883 |
Protesters were spirited away before they could cause a disruption. spirit to take someone or something away suddenly but without being noticed |
| 1884 |
He teaches cookery at the local college. college in the UK, a place that gives students qualifications below the level of a university degree, often in the skills they need to do a particular job |
| 1885 |
I've just started a college course. college in the UK, a place that gives students qualifications below the level of a university degree, often in the skills they need to do a particular job |
| 1886 |
She's at secretarial college. college be at college (=be studying at college) in the UK, a place that gives students qualifications below the level of a university degree, often in the skills they need to do a particular job |
| 1887 |
Paul's going to college in September. college go to college in the UK, a place that gives students qualifications below the level of a university degree, often in the skills they need to do a particular job |
| 1888 |
art agricultural college college in the UK, a place that gives students degrees in a particular subject |
| 1889 |
the Royal College of Music college in the UK, a place that gives students degrees in a particular subject |
| 1890 |
King's College, Cambridge college one of the parts that some universities are divided into |
| 1891 |
The whole college was talking about it. college all the students and teachers in a college |
| 1892 |
the Royal College of Nursing college used in the names of some organizations whose members belong to a particular profession, especially a medical profession |
| 1893 |
Eton College college used in the names of some British private schools |
| 1894 |
a fatal accident on the motorway between Paris and Lyons accident a crash involving a car, train, plane, or other vehicle |
| 1895 |
He was killed in a car accident. accident a crash involving a car, train, plane, or other vehicle |
| 1896 |
The accident was caused by ice on the road. accident a crash involving a car, train, plane, or other vehicle |
| 1897 |
Seven men were killed in a serious mining accident yesterday. accident a sudden event that results in damage, injury, or death |
| 1898 |
a riding climbing hunting accident accident a sudden event that results in damage, injury, or death |
| 1899 |
Don't make such a fuss – it was an accident. accident a mistake that causes minor damage or harm |
| 1900 |
To be honest, my second pregnancy was an accident. accident something that happens unexpectedly, without being planned |
| 1901 |
An ageing nuclear reactor is an accident waiting to happen. accident a situation that is likely to cause an accident |
| 1902 |
Quite by accident, she came up with a brilliantly simple solution. accident by accident by chance, without being planned or intended |
| 1903 |
Occasionally we would meet by accident in the corridor. accident by accident by chance, without being planned or intended |
| 1904 |
It is no accident that every letter we send is delayed. accident it is no accident used for saying that something was planned, perhaps for dishonest reasons |
| 1905 |
We're going to Boston in October. October the tenth month of the year, between September and November |
| 1906 |
The next meeting will be on October 9th. October the tenth month of the year, between September and November |
| 1907 |
I haven't seen Fay since last October. October the tenth month of the year, between September and November |
| 1908 |
There was a greasy mark on his shirt. mark an area of an unpleasant substance such as dirt or oil on the surface of something that is different in colour from the rest |
| 1909 |
The sauce has left a mark on the cloth. mark leave a mark (on something) an area of an unpleasant substance such as dirt or oil on the surface of something that is different in colour from the rest |
| 1910 |
There were burn marks on her hands. mark a burn scorch bite scuff scratch mark a damaged area on the surface of something |
| 1911 |
The male bird has a white mark on its breast. mark an area of colour on something such as a person's or animal's skin that is different in colour from the rest |
| 1912 |
My worst mark was a D. mark a score in the form of a number, percentage, or letter that a teacher gives a student's work. The American word is grade |
| 1913 |
What were his marks for the last test? mark mark for in a score in the form of a number, percentage, or letter that a teacher gives a student's work. The American word is grade |
| 1914 |
You can't afford to get another low mark in Spanish. mark give someone get a high low good poor mark a score in the form of a number, percentage, or letter that a teacher gives a student's work. The American word is grade |
| 1915 |
She got top marks for history. mark top marks (=the highest mark) a score in the form of a number, percentage, or letter that a teacher gives a student's work. The American word is grade |
| 1916 |
Chicago was the halfway mark on our trip across the country. mark the halfway mark a particular level, stage, total etc that something reaches |
| 1917 |
Average earnings have not yet reached the 25,000 mark. mark reach a mark a particular level, stage, total etc that something reaches |
| 1918 |
The mark above the vowel changes its sound. mark a printed or written symbol that is not a letter or a number |
| 1919 |
Put a mark by the names of the most interesting candidates. mark a printed or written symbol that is not a letter or a number |
| 1920 |
The mark of a good film is that it leaves you talking about it. mark mark of something that shows that a person or thing has a particular quality |
| 1921 |
The race was postponed as a mark of respect. mark a mark of respect something that shows that a person or thing has a particular quality |
| 1922 |
We suggest you only buy toys that carry the safety mark. mark carry a mark (=have a mark on it) an official sign on something that shows who made it, who it belongs to, or that it is of a particular standard or quality |
| 1923 |
His third shot found its mark. mark find hit your mark the place that you try to hit |
| 1924 |
The bullet missed its mark, embedding itself in a tree. mark miss your mark the place that you try to hit |
| 1925 |
Some companies have been quicker off the mark than others. mark be quick slow off the mark to react quickly slowly so that you get lose an advantage |
| 1926 |
His guess was very close to the mark. mark close to near the mark almost correct |
| 1927 |
Robin knew his comment had hit the mark. mark hit miss the mark to achieve not achieve the result that you intended |
| 1928 |
Years of war have left their mark on these pretty islands. mark leave your a mark (on) to have a very strong and noticeable effect on someone or something, usually a bad one that lasts for a long time |
| 1929 |
He's only been here four days but he's already made his mark. mark make your a mark (on something) to change something, or to do something important, so that people notice and remember you |
| 1930 |
Like the Mark 3, the Mark 4 has a luxury interior. mark a type of vehicle, machine etc with slightly different features from those of an earlier or later type that has the same name and is made by the same company |
| 1931 |
Preheat the oven to Gas Mark 5. mark a particular level of heat produced by a gas oven |
| 1932 |
Your performance is just not up to the mark. mark not up to the mark not good enough |
| 1933 |
The inflation forecasts have been right on the mark. mark on the mark correct |
| 1934 |
On your marks, get set, go! mark on your marks used for telling runners in a race to stand in their positions ready to start |
| 1935 |
She has stamped her own mark on the British film industry. mark stamp your mark on something to affect or change something in a way that allows people to recognize your influence |
| 1936 |
Her theory turned out to be pretty wide of the mark. mark wide of the mark incorrect |
| 1937 |
Her cheek was marked with scratches. mark be marked with something to make a mark on the surface of something so that its appearance is spoiled or damaged |
| 1938 |
Shiny wooden surfaces tend to mark very easily. mark if something marks, its appearance becomes spoiled or damaged by a mark made on its surface |
| 1939 |
We entered through a door marked 'Private'. mark to write or draw words, letters, symbols etc on something for a particular purpose |
| 1940 |
Foods marked with a red star are included in the recipe section. mark mark something with something to write or draw words, letters, symbols etc on something for a particular purpose |
| 1941 |
His job is to mark lines on roads. mark mark something on something to write or draw words, letters, symbols etc on something for a particular purpose |
| 1942 |
Anyone who is late will be marked absent. mark mark someone (as) absent present to write or draw words, letters, symbols etc on something for a particular purpose |
| 1943 |
I spent the evening marking first-year essays. mark to judge the quality of a student's work and write a mark on it |
| 1944 |
A memorial plaque will mark the spot where he died. mark to show the position of something |
| 1945 |
A high stone wall marked the boundary of the Roscarrock estate. mark to show the position of something |
| 1946 |
The book marked a change in direction for Scottish literature. mark to show that something is happening |
| 1947 |
This tournament marks the official start of the season. mark mark the start end of something to show that something is happening |
| 1948 |
He maintained the humble attitude that has always marked his public appearances. mark to be an important or typical feature of someone or something |
| 1949 |
Public gatherings were generally marked by restraint and control. mark be marked by something to be an important or typical feature of someone or something |
| 1950 |
A ceremony was held to mark the occasion. mark to celebrate something |
| 1951 |
He'll be back, mark my words. mark mark my words used for telling someone to listen carefully to what you are saying, especially because you will be proved right in the future |
| 1952 |
I feel like I'm just marking time in this job. mark to do nothing, or to make no progress, because you are waiting for something to happen |
| 1953 |
filthy language filthy very offensive, usually because of dealing with sex in an unpleasant way |
| 1954 |
the Italian first-division football league league a group of teams or players who regularly compete against one another, put in order according to how many points they have won |
| 1955 |
Chelsea are top of the league again. league be top bottom of the league a group of teams or players who regularly compete against one another, put in order according to how many points they have won |
| 1956 |
league champions leaders league a group of teams or players who regularly compete against one another, put in order according to how many points they have won |
| 1957 |
a league of Europe's cleanest beaches league a list of organizations, places etc put in order according to how good they are in some way |
| 1958 |
schools which are top of the performance league league a list of organizations, places etc put in order according to how good they are in some way |
| 1959 |
league match game cup league relating to a football league in Britain |
| 1960 |
He's not bad, but he's not in the same league as the others. league not be in the same league as someone something a group of people or things that are similar in their quality, skills, or achievements |
| 1961 |
If you ask me, Soderberg's in a different league from most Hollywood film directors. league be in a different league from someone something (=be much better) a group of people or things that are similar in their quality, skills, or achievements |
| 1962 |
She's always been in a league of her own. league be in a league of your own (=be much better than the rest) a group of people or things that are similar in their quality, skills, or achievements |
| 1963 |
She'll never go out with someone like you: she's way out of your league. league be out of someone's league (=too good difficult expensive etc for someone) a group of people or things that are similar in their quality, skills, or achievements |
| 1964 |
the League of Nations league a group of people, organizations, or countries that have joined together because they have the same interests or aims |
| 1965 |
They agreed to form a league for independence. league a group of people, organizations, or countries that have joined together because they have the same interests or aims |
| 1966 |
They confessed to being in league with foreign powers. league be in league with someone to be secretly working together with someone, especially in order to do something bad |
| 1967 |
She tried to imagine the scene. imagine to form a picture of something or someone in your mind |
| 1968 |
Imagine that you are lying on a beach. imagine imagine (that) to form a picture of something or someone in your mind |
| 1969 |
Imagine yourself sitting behind your big new desk. imagine imagine (someone) doing something to form a picture of something or someone in your mind |
| 1970 |
I imagine him as a distinguished old gentleman. imagine imagine someone something as something to form a picture of something or someone in your mind |
| 1971 |
I think they imagine the company to be bigger than it is. imagine imagine someone something to be something to form a picture of something or someone in your mind |
| 1972 |
It's hard to imagine a more unpleasant job. imagine to have an idea of what something is like or what it might be like |
| 1973 |
Imagine my surprise when they announced I had won! imagine imagine you can imagine just imagine something to have an idea of what something is like or what it might be like |
| 1974 |
He had never imagined that digging was such hard work. imagine imagine (that) to have an idea of what something is like or what it might be like |
| 1975 |
You can imagine what the newspapers would do if they ever found out about this. imagine imagine what why how etc to have an idea of what something is like or what it might be like |
| 1976 |
I had fondly imagined that riding a camel would be easy. imagine fondly imagine (=have a mistaken idea about something) to have an idea of what something is like or what it might be like |
| 1977 |
She always imagines the worst (=thinks the worst possible thing has happened). imagine to have an idea that something exists or is happening, when in fact it does not exist or is not happening |
| 1978 |
'There! I heard it again!' 'There's nothing there – you're just imagining things!' imagine to have an idea that something exists or is happening, when in fact it does not exist or is not happening |
| 1979 |
In these situations, you imagine everyone is laughing at you. imagine imagine (that) to have an idea that something exists or is happening, when in fact it does not exist or is not happening |
| 1980 |
Imagine going out dressed like that! imagine imagine doing something used for showing that you are surprised by something or cannot believe it |
| 1981 |
She now earns over 20 million dollars a film! Just imagine that! imagine (just) imagine imagine that used for showing that you are surprised by something or cannot believe it |
| 1982 |
It's difficult, I imagine, to keep your interest alive after doing the job for 30 years. imagine to think that something is probably true |
| 1983 |
I imagine they've left already. imagine imagine (that) to think that something is probably true |
| 1984 |
Some of the supermarket checkouts only take cash. cash money in the form of notes and coins |
| 1985 |
Do you want to pay in cash or by credit card? cash in cash money in the form of notes and coins |
| 1986 |
The government has cash reserves of about 500 billion. cash money in any form, especially money that is available for you to use when you need it |
| 1987 |
Olga's short of cash so she decided to put off her trip. cash short of cash money in any form, especially money that is available for you to use when you need it |
| 1988 |
Can I cash a cheque at Reception? cash to exchange a cheque for its value in notes and coins |
| 1989 |
It's an opportunity to try things you wouldn't normally be able to do. normally in most situations or cases |
| 1990 |
This is an illness normally associated with tropical countries. normally in most situations or cases |
| 1991 |
Normally it takes about six days to arrange a visit. normally in most situations or cases |
| 1992 |
She's not normally late. normally in most situations or cases |
| 1993 |
Mum was trying to act normally, but she was clearly upset. normally in the usual way |
| 1994 |
Bus services are operating normally. normally in the usual way |
| 1995 |
House prices fell slightly in December. December the twelfth and last month of the year, between November and January |
| 1996 |
I received a letter from them on December 15th. December the twelfth and last month of the year, between November and January |
| 1997 |
Repairs started last December. December the twelfth and last month of the year, between November and January |
| 1998 |
I didn't have the strength to get out of bed. strength the physical energy that someone has to lift or move things |
| 1999 |
He's working on building up his upper body strength. strength the physical energy that someone has to lift or move things |
| 2000 |
Calcium is needed for bone strength. strength the ability of something to support a force or weight without breaking |
| 2001 |
We have several boxes of different strengths. strength the ability of something to support a force or weight without breaking |
| 2002 |
Test the strength of the rope. strength strength of the ability of something to support a force or weight without breaking |
| 2003 |
She has great strength of character. strength strength of the ability to achieve something, even in a difficult situation |
| 2004 |
We need someone who has the inner strength to take on a difficult job. strength the strength to do something the ability to achieve something, even in a difficult situation |
| 2005 |
the strength of the economy strength strength of power in a military, political, or economic situation |
| 2006 |
Ron's main strength is his ability to motivate players. strength something that someone does very well |
| 2007 |
The test shows the students' strengths and weaknesses. strength strengths and weaknesses something that someone does very well |
| 2008 |
Don't underestimate the opposition's strength. strength the amount of influence that a person or group has |
| 2009 |
a show of strength by the militants strength the amount of influence that a person or group has |
| 2010 |
Johnson had steered himself into a position of strength. strength the amount of influence that a person or group has |
| 2011 |
the strength of public opinion strength strength of the amount of influence that a person or group has |
| 2012 |
The military force numbered 14,000 at full strength. strength full strength (=with everyone present) the size of a group of people needed to achieve something |
| 2013 |
Belgium defeated a below-strength French side. strength under below strength (=lacking some important members) the size of a group of people needed to achieve something |
| 2014 |
Local people turned out in strength to support us. strength in strength (=in large numbers) the size of a group of people needed to achieve something |
| 2015 |
coffees of different strengths strength the amount of a substance in food, drink, medicine etc |
| 2016 |
the strength of the dollar against the euro strength strength of the value of one country's money compared to the money of other countries |
| 2017 |
winds of varying strengths strength the speed or force of wind or water |
| 2018 |
The strength of the current makes swimming dangerous. strength strength of the speed or force of wind or water |
| 2019 |
the strength of the sun's rays strength strength of the amount of light, heat, sound etc that comes from something |
| 2020 |
I heard their new single, and on the strength of that I bought the album. strength on the strength of based on what you saw, heard, experienced etc |
| 2021 |
The B-side's emphatic victory illustrated Australia's strength in depth. strength strength in depth if a team has strength in depth, it has a lot of good extra players that it can use when necessary |
| 2022 |
I wish I didn't have to travel so much. travel to go on a journey or visit different places, especially places that are far away from where you live or work |
| 2023 |
Matt spends much of his time travelling abroad. travel to go on a journey or visit different places, especially places that are far away from where you live or work |
| 2024 |
He is very well-travelled (=he has travelled a lot). travel to go on a journey or visit different places, especially places that are far away from where you live or work |
| 2025 |
Joe recently travelled to Australia on business. travel travel to to go on a journey or visit different places, especially places that are far away from where you live or work |
| 2026 |
We'll be spending two weeks travelling around Spain. travel travel in around to go on a journey or visit different places, especially places that are far away from where you live or work |
| 2027 |
Ben's dream is to travel the world. travel travel the world country etc to go on a journey or visit different places, especially places that are far away from where you live or work |
| 2028 |
Did you have to travel far to get here? travel to go from one place to another, especially in a vehicle |
| 2029 |
I usually travel by bus. travel travel by car bus train etc to go from one place to another, especially in a vehicle |
| 2030 |
The refugees had travelled on foot across the mountains. travel travel on foot horseback to go from one place to another, especially in a vehicle |
| 2031 |
Let's travel back in time to the 19th century. travel to go to another time or place in your imagination |
| 2032 |
Most people are prepared to travel reasonable distances to work. travel to go a particular distance |
| 2033 |
We travelled 300 miles on Saturday. travel to go a particular distance |
| 2034 |
The news travelled quickly. travel to spread from one place to another in a way that affects or influences a lot of people |
| 2035 |
Rumours travel fast. travel to spread from one place to another in a way that affects or influences a lot of people |
| 2036 |
The car was travelling at about 80 miles per hour. travel travel at 50 miles 100 kilometres etc per hour to move at a particular speed |
| 2037 |
This car can really travel! travel to move very fast |
| 2038 |
Sound travels more slowly than light. travel if light or sound travels from one place to another, it moves there |
| 2039 |
His gaze travelled around the room. travel if your eyes travel from one place to another, you look at one thing and then another |
| 2040 |
Some wines don't travel well. travel travel well to be able to be moved long distances without being spoiled or damaged |
| 2041 |
Foreign travel never really appealed to him until he retired. travel the activity of travelling |
| 2042 |
Our agency deals mostly with business travel. travel the activity of travelling |
| 2043 |
travel arrangements insurance expenses travel involving travel |
| 2044 |
Her travels have taken her to many parts of the world. travel someone's travels a series of journeys that someone makes to different places |
| 2045 |
We met a lot of interesting people on our travels. travel on your travels a series of journeys that someone makes to different places |
| 2046 |
Few players managed to get their shots on target. target on off target (=accurate or not accurate) an object that you have to hit in a game or a sport |
| 2047 |
Foreigners have become targets for attack by terrorists. target a person, building, or area that someone intends to attack |
| 2048 |
The house was left empty and therefore a target for vandals. target a person, building, or area that someone intends to attack |
| 2049 |
a murderer who carefully selected his targets target a person, building, or area that someone intends to attack |
| 2050 |
potential military targets such as air bases and oil fields target a person, building, or area that someone intends to attack |
| 2051 |
His war record became a target for his enemies. target target for something such as a person, idea, or statement that can be criticized |
| 2052 |
Some plans for development offered an easy target in the press. target easy target something such as a person, idea, or statement that can be criticized |
| 2053 |
The policy has become the target of severe criticism. target target of something such as a person, idea, or statement that can be criticized |
| 2054 |
They are setting a target of 2,000 new members. target set a target something that you try to achieve |
| 2055 |
Not many states will meet their targets for energy conservation. target meet a target (=achieve it) something that you try to achieve |
| 2056 |
They should get to their target level in about twelve months. target target level something that you try to achieve |
| 2057 |
Oil production was 15 per cent below target. target on off below above target something that you try to achieve |
| 2058 |
We are setting June as a target date for completion. target target date (=the date that you are hoping something will be done) something that you try to achieve |
| 2059 |
The idea is helping staff to achieve their sales targets. target sales target (=the amount of something that you want to sell) something that you try to achieve |
| 2060 |
the paper's target readership target someone that you are trying to get as a customer or audience |
| 2061 |
We think teenagers are a prime target for the anti-smoking campaign. target prime target (=perfect target) someone that you are trying to get as a customer or audience |
| 2062 |
Their best players are now targets for richer teams. target someone or something that you want to deal with or control |
| 2063 |
The mayor was the target of eight separate tax investigations. target someone or something that you want to deal with or control |
| 2064 |
They made an offer for the target company (=the one they wanted to buy). target someone or something that you want to deal with or control |
| 2065 |
The terrorists were targeting government buildings. target to intend or to try to attack someone or something |
| 2066 |
Nuclear missiles will no longer be targeted on these cities. target to aim a bomb or weapon at someone or something |
| 2067 |
The billboards had been targeting travellers at airports. target to try to persuade or to influence a particular group of people |
| 2068 |
television advertising that is targeted at children target to try to persuade or to influence a particular group of people |
| 2069 |
The company had been targeted by environmentalists. target to criticize or to work against a particular person or group that you oppose |
| 2070 |
Police are specifically targeting criminal gangs. target to criticize or to work against a particular person or group that you oppose |
| 2071 |
We are targeting assistance towards people on low incomes. target to direct money or help to a particular group of people |
| 2072 |
Those boots cost fifty pounds a pair. pair two things of the same type that belong together |
| 2073 |
I need a pair of earrings to go with this outfit. pair pair of two things of the same type that belong together |
| 2074 |
a pair of beautiful blue eyes pair two things of the same type that belong together |
| 2075 |
a pair of shoes socks gloves pair two things of the same type that belong together |
| 2076 |
I can't find the pair for this sock. pair the pair for to something one of the things that form a pair |
| 2077 |
My glasses are getting old and I probably need a new pair. pair a single unit made up of two similar parts joined together |
| 2078 |
a pair of scissors binoculars pliers pair pair of a single unit made up of two similar parts joined together |
| 2079 |
a pair of trousers pants tights pair a single unit made up of two similar parts joined together |
| 2080 |
The pair became good friends. pair two people who are connected with each other |
| 2081 |
several pairs of identical twins pair pair of two people who are connected with each other |
| 2082 |
a pair of lovers pair two people who are connected with each other |
| 2083 |
Two pairs of guards stood just inside the main entrance to the museum. pair pair of two people who are doing something together |
| 2084 |
A pair of sparrows had made a nest in the hedge. pair pair of a male and female animal who breed (=produce baby animals) |
| 2085 |
a breeding pair of tropical fish pair a male and female animal who breed (=produce baby animals) |
| 2086 |
a carriage and pair pair two horses or other animals used for pulling a vehicle |
| 2087 |
An extra pair of hands will make the job that much easier. pair an extra pair of hands another person who can help you to do something |
| 2088 |
The new Chancellor is widely seen as a safe pair of hands. pair a safe pair of hands someone who you can trust to do something well and make no mistakes |
| 2089 |
The children work in pairs. pair in pairs in groups of two people or things |
| 2090 |
Seats are arranged in pairs. pair in pairs in groups of two people or things |
| 2091 |
We pair the students for particular courses. pair to put two people or things together |
| 2092 |
The dress looked wonderful paired with a long leather coat. pair to put two people or things together |
| 2093 |
male colleagues counterparts workers male belonging to the sex that does not give birth |
| 2094 |
a male elephant male belonging to the sex that does not give birth |
| 2095 |
ideas about female and male sexuality male relating to men |
| 2096 |
male domination male relating to men |
| 2097 |
Until recently, the sport has been a predominantly male preserve. male a male preserve (=only for men) relating to men |
| 2098 |
male flowers male not developing into fruits |
| 2099 |
The loud cry of the male will attract several females. male a male animal |
| 2100 |
The industry provided work for 32 per cent of all adult males. male a man |
| 2101 |
The police are looking for a tall white male with dark hair. male a man |
| 2102 |
regulations to cut the emissions of gases such as carbon dioxide gas a substance such as air that is neither a solid nor a liquid |
| 2103 |
They detected high levels of radon gas in the building. gas a substance such as air that is neither a solid nor a liquid |
| 2104 |
a gas cooker heater boiler gas a gas burned as fuel, for example to heat your house or cook food |
| 2105 |
She couldn't pay her gas bill. gas a gas burned as fuel, for example to heat your house or cook food |
| 2106 |
Can you smell gas? gas a gas burned as fuel, for example to heat your house or cook food |
| 2107 |
Heat the oven to gas mark 6. gas gas mark 3 4 etc (=a measurement of the temperature of an oven) a gas burned as fuel, for example to heat your house or cook food |
| 2108 |
Police used gas to disperse the crowd. gas a gas used for harming or killing people, or for affecting their behaviour |
| 2109 |
A nerve gas attack left hundreds injured. gas a gas used for harming or killing people, or for affecting their behaviour |
| 2110 |
We need to get some gas before we leave town. gas get gas petrol |
| 2111 |
She wanted Italian but I said I preferred Chinese. Chinese Chinese food |
| 2112 |
beautiful Chinese silk Chinese relating to China, or its languages or culture |
| 2113 |
This programme could not have been successful without Ken's valuable contribution. contribution a valuable outstanding contribution something that you do that helps to achieve something or to make it successful |
| 2114 |
her major contribution to the peace process contribution contribution to something that you do that helps to achieve something or to make it successful |
| 2115 |
Community police have made a very positive contribution to crime prevention. contribution make a contribution something that you do that helps to achieve something or to make it successful |
| 2116 |
We asked parents for a contribution towards the cost of the trip. contribution contribution to towards an amount of money or something else of value that you give in order to achieve something or to help make it successful |
| 2117 |
His company made a very large contribution to the campaign fund. contribution make a contribution an amount of money or something else of value that you give in order to achieve something or to help make it successful |
| 2118 |
Each of us was asked to make a contribution of 25. contribution contribution of an amount of money or something else of value that you give in order to achieve something or to help make it successful |
| 2119 |
Pension contributions have risen steadily over the last few years. contribution a regular payment that you make when you are working that helps to pay for your pension or for benefits for people who are unemployed or ill |
| 2120 |
If you earn less, you don't pay contributions at all. contribution a regular payment that you make when you are working that helps to pay for your pension or for benefits for people who are unemployed or ill |
| 2121 |
She's arriving in November. November the eleventh month of the year, between October and December |
| 2122 |
The play opens on November 15th. November the eleventh month of the year, between October and December |
| 2123 |
The performance is on 8th November (=said as 'the eighth of November'). November the eleventh month of the year, between October and December |
| 2124 |
He got a promotion last November. November the eleventh month of the year, between October and December |
| 2125 |
the complex web of relationships between the two families complex something that is complex has a lot of details or small parts that make it difficult to understand or deal with |
| 2126 |
This was a complex and difficult task. complex something that is complex has a lot of details or small parts that make it difficult to understand or deal with |
| 2127 |
These rules are highly complex. complex highly complex something that is complex has a lot of details or small parts that make it difficult to understand or deal with |
| 2128 |
The hotel has a superb leisure complex. complex a group of buildings together, or a building that has several parts |
| 2129 |
I used to have a complex about being in crowds. complex have develop a complex about something an emotional problem caused by unreasonable fears or worries |
| 2130 |
If you keep telling her she's clumsy, you'll give her a complex. complex give someone a complex an emotional problem caused by unreasonable fears or worries |
| 2131 |
the complex of delicate wiring complex complex of a large number of things together, especially when they are difficult or confusing |
| 2132 |
England needed to beat Germany to get to the final. beat to defeat someone in a game, competition, election, or battle |
| 2133 |
In 2000, George W Bush narrowly beat Al Gore in the election. beat to defeat someone in a game, competition, election, or battle |
| 2134 |
She beat the world record by 0.3 of a second. beat to do something faster, for longer, more times etc than has been done before |
| 2135 |
I'll be happy if I beat my previous score. beat to do something faster, for longer, more times etc than has been done before |
| 2136 |
It is one of the few businesses that has beaten the recession. beat to succeed despite a difficult situation |
| 2137 |
women who have beaten breast cancer beat to succeed despite a difficult situation |
| 2138 |
See if you can beat me back to the house! beat beat someone to back up etc to arrive before someone else |
| 2139 |
He was always trying to beat the clock and finish early. beat beat the deadline clock to do something before a planned time or before something happens |
| 2140 |
They were arrested for beating their children. beat to hit someone violently several times |
| 2141 |
Someone was beating a drum in the distance. beat to hit something several times making a regular pattern of sounds, or to make this pattern of sounds |
| 2142 |
I beat my hands on the wall with rage. beat to hit an object or part of the body with your hands |
| 2143 |
He suddenly beat the table with his fist. beat to hit an object or part of the body with your hands |
| 2144 |
The rain was beating against the windows with renewed force. beat beat against on at to hit something many times or for a long period of time |
| 2145 |
waves beating on the shore beat to hit something many times or for a long period of time |
| 2146 |
The shock had made my heart beat faster. beat if someone's heart beats, it makes the same sound and movements again and again as it pumps blood around their body |
| 2147 |
For me, surfing the Net beats watching TV any time. beat to be better than something else |
| 2148 |
You can't beat a good book. beat used for saying that something is very good |
| 2149 |
Stop beating around the bush and tell me the truth. beat beat around about the bush to spend a long time getting to the main point of what you are saying, especially because it is embarrassing |
| 2150 |
Everybody's beating their breasts but nobody actually does anything. beat beat your breast to make it obvious by your actions that you are very upset or sorry about something |
| 2151 |
It's no fun having the world's press constantly beating a path to your door. beat beat a path to someone's door to go to someone's home or place of work in large numbers |
| 2152 |
So far all the main suspects have beaten the rap. beat beat the rap to escape being punished for a crime you have been accused of |
| 2153 |
When I went to take the keys I found that someone had beaten me to it. beat beat someone to it to do something before someone else |
| 2154 |
It's an expensive hotel, but that kind of service is hard to beat. beat be hard to beat to be very good, or to be better than other things of its kind |
| 2155 |
There was a cat with ten kittens – can you beat that? beat can you beat that it? used for showing that you are surprised about something |
| 2156 |
'Why did he do such a stupid thing?' 'It beats me.' beat it beats me used for saying that you do not know or understand something |
| 2157 |
I'm going to bed now – I'm beat. beat very tired |
| 2158 |
I could feel the beat of his heart. beat the series of regular sounds or movements as your heart pumps blood around your body |
| 2159 |
a heart rate of 65 beats a minute beat one of the regular sounds or movements of your heart |
| 2160 |
Her heart seemed to miss a beat. beat miss skip a beat one of the regular sounds or movements of your heart |
| 2161 |
music with a slow pulsating beat beat the main pattern of sounds in a piece of music, or the strongest sounds in this pattern |
| 2162 |
the sound of a single drum beat beat a single regular sound or a series of regular sounds, especially of two things hitting together |
| 2163 |
the beat of horses' hooves beat beat of a single regular sound or a series of regular sounds, especially of two things hitting together |
| 2164 |
A waltz has three beats in a bar. beat a unit of measurement for a piece of music. Each bar has a particular number of beats |
| 2165 |
The two officers used to walk the beat together. beat walk pound patrol the beat an area that a police officer has responsibility for and must walk around regularly |
| 2166 |
We intend to increase the number of police on the beat. beat on the beat (=walking around an area) an area that a police officer has responsibility for and must walk around regularly |
| 2167 |
He had his portrait painted by the Spanish artist Daniel Quintero. artist someone who makes paintings, sculptures etc |
| 2168 |
Their lead singer has left to become a solo artist. artist a professional performer in music, dance, or the theatre |
| 2169 |
one of the great artists of the cinema artist someone who writes, makes films, or writes music with great skill |
| 2170 |
It's a pleasure to watch an artist at work. artist someone who shows a lot of skill in their work |
| 2171 |
a shipping agent agent a person or company that does business for another person or company, for example by selling their products or by dealing with their customers |
| 2172 |
a literary agent agent someone whose job is to help a writer, performer, or sports player by finding work for them |
| 2173 |
a secret undercover intelligence CIA agent agent someone who works for a country's secret service and collects secret information about foreign governments |
| 2174 |
Agent Lehman spoke with the police about the case. agent an official of some US government departments, such as the fbi |
| 2175 |
oxidizing agents agent a chemical or other substance that has a particular effect |
| 2176 |
Soil erosion is a major agent of environmental change. agent agent of something that causes change |
| 2177 |
Mr Reese didn't even acknowledge my presence. presence the existence of someone or something in a particular place |
| 2178 |
a device for detecting the presence of submarines presence the presence of the existence of someone or something in a particular place |
| 2179 |
We intend to maintain a presence in the country until there is peace. presence a group of people, especially soldiers or police, who are in a place for a particular purpose |
| 2180 |
There is still a large British military presence in the region. presence military police presence a group of people, especially soldiers or police, who are in a place for a particular purpose |
| 2181 |
The Japanese have established a strong presence in the industry. presence workers or products that a company has in a particular place |
| 2182 |
Acquiring this company will strengthen our presence in Europe. presence workers or products that a company has in a particular place |
| 2183 |
He had a commanding presence. presence an impressive appearance, or an impressive way of behaving or speaking |
| 2184 |
an evil presence presence a person or spirit that you cannot see but that you feel is with you in a place |
| 2185 |
The document is valid only if it is signed in the presence of a witness. presence in someone's presence in the same place as someone |
| 2186 |
The new man in the Russian government already appears to be making his presence felt. presence make your presence felt to have a powerful effect or influence on other people or on a situation |
| 2187 |
The Minister discussed environmental issues. environmental relating to the natural world and the effect that human activity has on it |
| 2188 |
Some environmental groups have declared a boycott of tourism on the island. environmental intended to help or protect the environment |
| 2189 |
companies that do not have environmental policies environmental intended to help or protect the environment |
| 2190 |
One of the bullets struck her forearm. strike to hit against, or to crash into, someone or something |
| 2191 |
The boat struck the bottom. strike to hit against, or to crash into, someone or something |
| 2192 |
The ball struck her hard on the left shoulder. strike strike someone something on the something to hit against, or to crash into, someone or something |
| 2193 |
She's in hospital with head injuries after being struck by a car. strike be struck by something to hit against, or to crash into, someone or something |
| 2194 |
Gordon fell from his bike and struck his head on the ground. strike strike on to hurt a part of your body by accidentally knocking it against an object |
| 2195 |
Can lightning ever strike twice in the same place? strike if lightning strikes something such as a tree or a building, it hits it and damages or destroys it |
| 2196 |
Judy's house was struck by lightning during the storm. strike if lightning strikes something such as a tree or a building, it hits it and damages or destroys it |
| 2197 |
He fled empty-handed after striking a security guard on the head. strike strike someone something on the something to hit someone or something with your hand, a tool, or a weapon |
| 2198 |
'Idiot!' cried Simmons, striking his forehead with the palm of his hand. strike strike something with something to hit someone or something with your hand, a tool, or a weapon |
| 2199 |
She had been struck a blow on the back of the head. strike strike (someone) a blow (on something) to hit someone or something with your hand, a tool, or a weapon |
| 2200 |
She's really striking the ball well and has her confidence back. strike to hit or kick something such as a ball with your hand, foot, or a piece of sports equipment |
| 2201 |
He struck a superb shot into the back of the net. strike to hit or kick something such as a ball with your hand, foot, or a piece of sports equipment |
| 2202 |
Police say they fear the man could strike again. strike to make a sudden violent or illegal attack on someone or something |
| 2203 |
The thief struck sometime between 8.30 am and 6 pm. strike to make a sudden violent or illegal attack on someone or something |
| 2204 |
We will use these air bases to strike against the northern territories. strike strike against to make a sudden violent or illegal attack on someone or something |
| 2205 |
Anderson struck twice in three minutes in the first half. strike to make a successful attack in a competition, especially by scoring a goal or point |
| 2206 |
Henry struck the winning goal seconds before the end of the match. strike to make a successful attack in a competition, especially by scoring a goal or point |
| 2207 |
striking factory workers strike to refuse to work for a period of time as a protest about your pay or conditions of work |
| 2208 |
The right to strike was then established in the constitution. strike to refuse to work for a period of time as a protest about your pay or conditions of work |
| 2209 |
Pilots were striking for a 6% salary increase. strike strike for to refuse to work for a period of time as a protest about your pay or conditions of work |
| 2210 |
Car workers were threatening to strike over the job losses. strike strike over to refuse to work for a period of time as a protest about your pay or conditions of work |
| 2211 |
Accidents can strike at any time. strike if something unpleasant or dangerous strikes, or if it strikes someone or something, it happens suddenly and unexpectedly and causes harm or damage to them |
| 2212 |
Three earthquakes struck Peru on April 5th and 6th. strike if something unpleasant or dangerous strikes, or if it strikes someone or something, it happens suddenly and unexpectedly and causes harm or damage to them |
| 2213 |
That same year, tragedy struck the family again. strike tragedy strikes (someone something) if something unpleasant or dangerous strikes, or if it strikes someone or something, it happens suddenly and unexpectedly and causes harm or damage to them |
| 2214 |
Disaster struck within minutes of take-off. strike disaster strikes (someone something) if something unpleasant or dangerous strikes, or if it strikes someone or something, it happens suddenly and unexpectedly and causes harm or damage to them |
| 2215 |
It was then that the thought struck her. strike if a thought or idea strikes you, it enters your mind suddenly or unexpectedly |
| 2216 |
He stopped speaking, struck by a sudden thought. strike if a thought or idea strikes you, it enters your mind suddenly or unexpectedly |
| 2217 |
The first thing that struck me about Alex was his amazing self-confidence. strike if a thought or idea strikes you, it enters your mind suddenly or unexpectedly |
| 2218 |
It struck her that this was not perhaps the best time to bring up the subject. strike it strikes someone that if a thought or idea strikes you, it enters your mind suddenly or unexpectedly |
| 2219 |
It struck us how ill he was looking these days. strike it strikes someone how if a thought or idea strikes you, it enters your mind suddenly or unexpectedly |
| 2220 |
He struck a match, shading it with his hand. strike to rub a match with a short quick movement against a hard surface, producing a flame |
| 2221 |
The matches won't strike if they're damp. strike if a match strikes, it produces a flame as a result of being rubbed with a short quick movement against a hard surface |
| 2222 |
The town hall clock struck midnight. strike if a clock strikes or strikes a particular time, it makes a sound like a bell a particular number of times to show what time it is |
| 2223 |
One of the clocks struck the hour. strike strike the hour (=make a sound at one o'clock, two o'clock etc) if a clock strikes or strikes a particular time, it makes a sound like a bell a particular number of times to show what time it is |
| 2224 |
Their names should be struck from the list of candidates. strike strike something from something to remove words from a document, for example by drawing a line through them |
| 2225 |
The court reporter will strike that remark from the record. strike strike something from the record to remove words from a document, for example by drawing a line through them |
| 2226 |
Her hair looks red when light strikes it. strike if light strikes something, it shines on it |
| 2227 |
These questions must be answered before a deal can be struck. strike strike a deal bargain to make something such as a deal or an agreement by which both sides get an advantage or a benefit |
| 2228 |
The first English gold coin was struck in 1255. strike to make a coin or medal by cutting it out of a piece of metal |
| 2229 |
The order was given to strike camp at dawn. strike strike camp (=remove all the tents in it) to lower and remove a structure such as a tent or sail |
| 2230 |
They were waiting for the director's order to strike the set. strike strike a set (=remove the background and furniture used in a play, film, or television programme) to lower and remove a structure such as a tent or sail |
| 2231 |
The first time I saw her I was struck by her beauty. strike be struck by with something if you are struck by with something, it seems unusual, interesting, or impressive to you |
| 2232 |
A balance must be struck between meeting housing needs and preserving the environment. strike strike a balance (between something and something) to accept neither of two extreme positions or things but find a solution that is reasonable and fair |
| 2233 |
She has struck a blow for common sense and human decency. strike to do something to help or to support an idea, movement, or group |
| 2234 |
His main desire was to strike a blow against the communist forces. strike to do something to harm or oppose an idea, movement, or group |
| 2235 |
The picture immediately strikes the eye as you enter the room. strike strike the your eye to be noticed |
| 2236 |
a subject guaranteed to strike fear in the hearts of parents strike strike fear terror a chill into someone someone's heart to produce feelings of fear in someone |
| 2237 |
He was capable of striking terror into the enemy. strike strike fear terror a chill into someone someone's heart to produce feelings of fear in someone |
| 2238 |
Her words struck a chill into me. strike strike fear terror a chill into someone someone's heart to produce feelings of fear in someone |
| 2239 |
In any argument she usually struck the first blow. strike strike the first blow to make the first successful attack |
| 2240 |
He seems to have struck gold with his first film. strike strike gold to suddenly become very rich or successful as a result of finding or doing something |
| 2241 |
After years as a struggling businessman he struck it lucky. strike strike it rich lucky to suddenly become rich lucky |
| 2242 |
He threw out his arms and struck a final, triumphant pose. strike strike a pose an attitude to put your body into a particular position in order to create a particular effect |
| 2243 |
'You don't strike me as a religious man,' I said frankly. strike strike someone as something to make someone have a particular opinion or feeling |
| 2244 |
He didn't strike me as being the jealous sort. strike strike someone as being something to make someone have a particular opinion or feeling |
| 2245 |
It struck me as a little bit odd that she was always alone. strike it strikes someone as funny odd strange (that) to make someone have a particular opinion or feeling |
| 2246 |
With the new train service, Northampton's now within striking distance. strike close enough to be reached, attacked, or achieved |
| 2247 |
Armoured divisions will soon be within striking distance of the capital. strike close enough to reach, attack, or achieve something |
| 2248 |
A strike by transport workers was launched on August 12th. strike strike by a period of time during which people refuse to work, as a protest about pay or conditions of work |
| 2249 |
a 15-day strike over pay and poor safety conditions strike strike over a period of time during which people refuse to work, as a protest about pay or conditions of work |
| 2250 |
Workers have been out on strike since Friday. strike be (out) on strike a period of time during which people refuse to work, as a protest about pay or conditions of work |
| 2251 |
The two main unions had called the strike. strike call a strike (=ask people to start it) a period of time during which people refuse to work, as a protest about pay or conditions of work |
| 2252 |
schools closed by a teachers' strike strike a miners' teachers' strike a period of time during which people refuse to work, as a protest about pay or conditions of work |
| 2253 |
A dock strike has crippled the port. strike a train tube dock strike a period of time during which people refuse to work, as a protest about pay or conditions of work |
| 2254 |
The strikes are in protest at the planned introduction of performance-related pay. strike strike in protest at a period of time during which people refuse to work, as a protest about pay or conditions of work |
| 2255 |
the danger of an imminent military strike against the United States strike strike against a military attack, especially one in which planes drop bombs on an area |
| 2256 |
Cluster bombs were used in the strike on the airfield. strike strike on a military attack, especially one in which planes drop bombs on an area |
| 2257 |
Bush warned that America would launch strikes against them if the war spread. strike launch a strike (on against someone something) a military attack, especially one in which planes drop bombs on an area |
| 2258 |
Stevens got the first goal with a brilliant strike in the fourth minute. strike a hit or kick of a ball, especially one with which you score a goal or a point |
| 2259 |
There has been no direct contact between the two sides in the dispute. contact contact between communication between people, countries, or organizations either by talking or writing |
| 2260 |
Jury members must avoid contact with the defendants and their families. contact contact with communication between people, countries, or organizations either by talking or writing |
| 2261 |
He is no longer allowed to have any contact with his children. contact have contact communication between people, countries, or organizations either by talking or writing |
| 2262 |
The school and other care organizations have been in close contact. contact be in (close regular) contact communication between people, countries, or organizations either by talking or writing |
| 2263 |
Do you and Jo still keep in contact? contact get keep stay in contact communication between people, countries, or organizations either by talking or writing |
| 2264 |
In Paris she came into contact with other young writers. contact come into contact communication between people, countries, or organizations either by talking or writing |
| 2265 |
I asked her if she could put me in contact with a good piano teacher. contact put someone in contact communication between people, countries, or organizations either by talking or writing |
| 2266 |
I've been calling him for weeks but I still haven't made contact. contact make contact communication between people, countries, or organizations either by talking or writing |
| 2267 |
I have lost contact with most of my university friends. contact lose contact communication between people, countries, or organizations either by talking or writing |
| 2268 |
Our work brings us into contact every day. contact bring someone into contact communication between people, countries, or organizations either by talking or writing |
| 2269 |
These people have had very little contact with the modern world. contact if you have contact with a new idea or way of life, you learn about it by communicating with other people |
| 2270 |
The disease is spread through sexual contact. contact a situation in which people or things touch each other |
| 2271 |
The chemicals become activated on contact with soil. contact on contact with a situation in which people or things touch each other |
| 2272 |
Make sure the wires do not come into contact with water. contact come into contact (with) a situation in which people or things touch each other |
| 2273 |
I'll talk to one of my contacts in the software business. contact someone you know who can help you, for example by finding work for you or giving you information |
| 2274 |
Please give your name, address, and an emergency contact number. contact a contact address or telephone number is one that people can use to write to you or talk to you |
| 2275 |
a contact explosive weedkiller contact having an effect when one thing touches another |
| 2276 |
Anyone with any information about the incident should contact the police. contact to write to someone or talk to them on the telephone |
| 2277 |
You can always contact me on my home number. contact to write to someone or talk to them on the telephone |
| 2278 |
His staff were unable to contact him by telephone. contact to write to someone or talk to them on the telephone |
| 2279 |
the protection of intellectual property rights protection protection of the process of keeping someone or something safe, or the condition of being kept safe |
| 2280 |
A healthy diet should provide protection against disease. protection protection against the process of keeping someone or something safe, or the condition of being kept safe |
| 2281 |
The company filed for court protection from its creditors. protection protection from the process of keeping someone or something safe, or the condition of being kept safe |
| 2282 |
protection in case of an accident protection the agreement made by an insurance company to pay you money if something bad happens to you or your possessions |
| 2283 |
a non-alcoholic drink (=one that does not contain alcohol) non- not: used with nouns and adjectives |
| 2284 |
non-delivery (=failure to deliver goods) non- failure to do something: used with nouns |
| 2285 |
a non-event (=an event that is very boring) non- not good or exciting: used with nouns |
| 2286 |
There is no need to start at the beginning of each section. beginning beginning of the first part of something |
| 2287 |
I'll be away for two weeks at the beginning of April. beginning beginning of the first part of a period of time |
| 2288 |
It was the beginning of a friendship that would last his whole life. beginning beginning of the first part of an event or process |
| 2289 |
He knew they'd be friends from the very beginning. beginning from the very beginning right from the beginning (=from the exact point when something starts) the first part of an event or process |
| 2290 |
If it's anything like last year's party, it'll be dull from beginning to end. beginning from beginning to end the first part of an event or process |
| 2291 |
This success marked the beginning of a new phase in his career. beginning mark the beginning of something the first part of an event or process |
| 2292 |
To me, this moment was both an ending and a new beginning. beginning new beginning the first part of an event or process |
| 2293 |
In the beginning I found it hard to concentrate, but now it's much easier. beginning in the beginning the first part of an event or process |
| 2294 |
The company has come a long way since its humble beginnings 70 years ago. beginning someone's background, for example the social class that they originally came from, or their first job |
| 2295 |
It was a decade that saw the beginnings of the space programme. beginning the background or origin of something, for example where it started, how it started etc |
| 2296 |
We may now have the beginnings of an agreement. beginning the beginnings of something the first signs that something is starting to happen or exist |
| 2297 |
The argument was the beginning of the end as far as their relationship was concerned. beginning the beginning of the end the time when something starts to end, or starts to get worse |
| 2298 |
Once we have all the relevant information, we can make a decision. relevant directly connected with and important to what is being discussed or considered |
| 2299 |
Ignore that comment. It's not relevant. relevant directly connected with and important to what is being discussed or considered |
| 2300 |
How is that relevant to this discussion? relevant relevant to directly connected with and important to what is being discussed or considered |
| 2301 |
They employ a nanny, cleaner, and gardener. employ to pay someone regularly to do a job for you or to work as a member of your organization |
| 2302 |
Jean was employed by the company as a computer programmer. employ employ someone as something to pay someone regularly to do a job for you or to work as a member of your organization |
| 2303 |
We should employ someone to manage production. employ employ someone to do something to pay someone regularly to do a job for you or to work as a member of your organization |
| 2304 |
A third of the population is employed in the coal mining industry. employ be employed in something to pay someone regularly to do a job for you or to work as a member of your organization |
| 2305 |
Two methods can be employed. employ to use something for a particular purpose |
| 2306 |
You would be better employed in writing an apology. employ be employed (in) doing something to spend the time you have available doing something |
| 2307 |
We provide training for personnel in the employ of major public sector institutions. employ in someone's employ being paid by someone to work for them |
| 2308 |
We were ordered not to shoot until he gave the signal. shoot to fire a gun |
| 2309 |
They were shooting at bottles on a wall. shoot shoot at to fire a gun |
| 2310 |
Armed officers had instructions to shoot the kidnapper on sight. shoot shoot (someone) on sight (=to shoot someone as soon as you see them) to fire a gun |
| 2311 |
It's not clear whether they were shooting to kill. shoot shoot to kill (=to intend to kill someone when you shoot at them) to fire a gun |
| 2312 |
The man was shot in the head as he left the bar. shoot shoot someone in the head leg stomach etc to hit someone or something with a bullet from a gun |
| 2313 |
Two of our officers were shot dead. shoot shoot someone dead to hit someone or something with a bullet from a gun |
| 2314 |
The victim had been shot at close range. shoot shoot someone at close range (=to be very close to them when you shoot) to hit someone or something with a bullet from a gun |
| 2315 |
He shot the ball straight at the goalkeeper. shoot in sport, to throw or kick a ball in an attempt to score points |
| 2316 |
We were all shouting for him to shoot. shoot in sport, to throw or kick a ball in an attempt to score points |
| 2317 |
He shot a 68 in yesterday's competition. shoot in golf, to get a particular score |
| 2318 |
The kids were in the yard shooting hoops. shoot shoot baskets hoops (=to play basketball) to play a particular sport |
| 2319 |
Let's go over to Harry's and shoot some pool. shoot shoot pool to play a particular sport |
| 2320 |
The car shot across the road at high speed. shoot shoot into out of across something to move very suddenly and quickly |
| 2321 |
They could see flames shooting into the air. shoot to move very suddenly and quickly |
| 2322 |
She shot an arm out to catch it. shoot shoot something out into across etc to move something quickly and suddenly |
| 2323 |
Journalists were shooting questions at us. shoot shoot something at someone to direct something somewhere suddenly or with a lot of force |
| 2324 |
I shot a nervous glance at my partner. shoot shoot a look glance at someone to direct something somewhere suddenly or with a lot of force |
| 2325 |
The book has shot straight to the top of the bestseller list. shoot to happen very suddenly and quickly |
| 2326 |
an appearance that shot her to stardom overnight shoot shoot to fame stardom celebrity to happen very suddenly and quickly |
| 2327 |
We're going to start shooting early tomorrow morning. shoot to take photographs, or to make a film or video |
| 2328 |
All the outdoor scenes were shot on location in Wales. shoot to take photographs, or to make a film or video |
| 2329 |
He's a fast-talking interviewer who shoots from the hip. shoot shoot from the hip to speak very directly and honestly |
| 2330 |
They've been shooting their mouths off about how they're going to beat us. shoot shoot your mouth off to annoy people by talking too much about how good you are |
| 2331 |
The government seems to have shot itself in the foot over this issue. shoot shoot yourself in the foot to say or do something stupid that causes you trouble |
| 2332 |
'I've got a fantastic idea.' 'OK, shoot!' shoot used for telling someone to say what they want to say |
| 2333 |
Shoot! I forgot to call him back. shoot used for expressing anger or disappointment |
| 2334 |
tender shoots of corn shoot a very young plant, or a new part growing on a plant |
| 2335 |
a fashion shoot for a magazine shoot an occasion when someone takes a series of photographs or makes a film |
| 2336 |
a meeting with some of the company's top executives executive a senior manager in a business or other organization |
| 2337 |
This matter will be decided by the party's national executive. executive a group of people who are responsible for making important decisions in a political party, trade union etc |
| 2338 |
the executive director of the museum executive having the power to make important decisions in an organization or government |
| 2339 |
He is a member of the executive committee. executive having the power to make important decisions in an organization or government |
| 2340 |
The secretary has no executive authority. executive used about the power that executives have |
| 2341 |
the executive washroom executive intended for the most senior people in an organization |
| 2342 |
an executive jet executive designed for rich or important people |
| 2343 |
a new development of executive homes executive designed for rich or important people |
| 2344 |
Could you speak a little more slowly? slowly moving at a slow speed, or doing something at a slow speed |
| 2345 |
We saw a group of swans swimming slowly across the lake. slowly moving at a slow speed, or doing something at a slow speed |
| 2346 |
Slowly and patiently, she planted the seedlings in a neat row. slowly moving at a slow speed, or doing something at a slow speed |
| 2347 |
The city is slowly getting back to normal after a three-day transport strike. slowly happening or developing at a slow rate over a long period of time |
| 2348 |
The virus slowly weakens the patient's immune system. slowly happening or developing at a slow rate over a long period of time |
| 2349 |
Slowly but surely, the old landowning class was losing its power and influence. slowly slowly but surely happening or doing something in a slow and gradual way, but achieving definite results |
| 2350 |
Have you received your dole money yet? dole money that people who do not have a job get from the government. The American word is unemployment compensation |
| 2351 |
He is unemployed and claiming the dole. dole the dole money that people who do not have a job get from the government. The American word is unemployment compensation |
| 2352 |
She's been on the dole for over a year. dole be on the dole to receive money from the government because you do not have a job |
| 2353 |
The government has agreed to dole out an additional 5 million to schools. dole dole out to give something, such as food or money, to a particular group of people or to every person in a group |
| 2354 |
Relatively few women become airline pilots. relatively in comparison with someone or something similar |
| 2355 |
a relatively small basement flat relatively in comparison with someone or something similar |
| 2356 |
Relatively speaking, the job is well paid. relatively relatively speaking used for saying that something is true when you compare it with other similar things |
| 2357 |
The UN provided emergency economic aid to the refugees. aid economic medical aid money, food, or other help that an organization or government gives to a country or area where people need it, for example because of a war or flood |
| 2358 |
She said the government should spend more on overseas aid. aid foreign overseas international aid money, food, or other help that an organization or government gives to a country or area where people need it, for example because of a war or flood |
| 2359 |
financial aid for small businesses aid money that a government gives to a person, group, or organization that it wishes to help |
| 2360 |
The police tried to enlist the aid of the public in solving the crime. aid enlist seek the aid of someone (=try to get someone's help) help with doing something |
| 2361 |
Several people heard her screams, but no one went to her aid. aid come go hurry rush to someone's aid (=come to help someone) help with doing something |
| 2362 |
Chromosomes can be seen with the aid of a microscope. aid with the aid of something help with doing something |
| 2363 |
The pupils created the wall painting with the aid of a local artist. aid help with doing something |
| 2364 |
Hypnosis can be an aid to giving up smoking. aid aid to something that makes it easier to do something |
| 2365 |
Songs can be very useful as memory aids. aid teaching memory navigation aid something that makes it easier to do something |
| 2366 |
a concert in aid of victims of the war aid if an event is in aid of an organization or group, it is held to make money to help that organization or group |
| 2367 |
The sale was in aid of the local hospital. aid if an event is in aid of an organization or group, it is held to make money to help that organization or group |
| 2368 |
What are all these boxes in aid of? aid used for asking what something is for or why something is happening |
| 2369 |
A list of technical terms is included here to aid the reader. aid to make it easier for someone to do something |
| 2370 |
He was aided in his research by the fact that Coleridge had kept very detailed records. aid aid someone in something to make it easier for someone to do something |
| 2371 |
Gentle exercise aids the circulation of blood around the body. aid to help something to happen more easily or with fewer problems |
| 2372 |
Vitamin C aids in the absorption of iron. aid aid in to help something to happen more easily or with fewer problems |
| 2373 |
They appealed for more money to aid the homeless. aid to give money, food, or other help to a country or organization that needs it |
| 2374 |
He was charged with aiding and abetting a wanted criminal. aid aid and abet to help someone to commit a crime |
| 2375 |
She arrived at the airport carrying two huge suitcases. huge extremely large in size |
| 2376 |
Many of today's players earn huge amounts of money from sponsorship and advertising. huge extremely large in number, amount, or degree |
| 2377 |
The concert turned out to be a huge success. huge extremely large in number, amount, or degree |
| 2378 |
The band is huge in both Britain and the US. huge extremely successful and well known |
| 2379 |
The device measures the speed and direction of the wind. speed speed of the rate at which someone or something moves |
| 2380 |
The new model has a top speed of 125 miles per hour. speed top speed (=the fastest that something can travel) the rate at which someone or something moves |
| 2381 |
The hurricane has picked up speed and turned towards the coast. speed pick up gather speed (=go faster) the rate at which someone or something moves |
| 2382 |
a printing speed of 6 pages per minute speed the rate at which a machine works |
| 2383 |
They were working with incredible speed. speed the rate at which something happens |
| 2384 |
The main advantage of this bike is its speed. speed movement that is very fast |
| 2385 |
The car drove off at speed. speed at speed (=very fast) movement that is very fast |
| 2386 |
a car with a 5-speed gearbox speed a gear (sense 1) |
| 2387 |
shutter speed speed the time that it takes for a camera's shutter to open and close to allow light in |
| 2388 |
an endless stream of traffic speeding towards the city speed speed towards away through etc to move quickly |
| 2389 |
I heard a car speed away. speed to move quickly |
| 2390 |
The train speeds passengers to Paris in just over three hours. speed speed someone to across up etc something to take someone somewhere quickly |
| 2391 |
Drivers who are caught speeding risk a heavy fine. speed to drive a car faster than the fastest speed legally allowed |
| 2392 |
A review of all government policy affecting the environment was announced. review review of the process of studying or examining a situation, policy, or idea again in order to decide whether it is suitable or satisfactory |
| 2393 |
The committee has agreed to undertake a review of the way in which public funds are being used. review undertake conduct a review of something the process of studying or examining a situation, policy, or idea again in order to decide whether it is suitable or satisfactory |
| 2394 |
The decision is not subject to review. review subject to review (=likely to be examined again) the process of studying or examining a situation, policy, or idea again in order to decide whether it is suitable or satisfactory |
| 2395 |
Several aspects of prison practices are currently under review. review under review (=being examined again) the process of studying or examining a situation, policy, or idea again in order to decide whether it is suitable or satisfactory |
| 2396 |
a thorough review of literature on vocational training review review of the process of examining all the information that is relevant to a situation or subject |
| 2397 |
a review of a new Broadway musical review an article in which someone gives their opinion of a play, book, art exhibition etc |
| 2398 |
The film also won rave reviews in America. review rave reviews (=very good reviews) an article in which someone gives their opinion of a play, book, art exhibition etc |
| 2399 |
Don't miss class tomorrow – we're having a review of chapters three and four. review a discussion of a particular subject that prepares you for a test |
| 2400 |
The progress of each child must be regularly reviewed. review to study or examine a situation, policy, or idea again in order to decide whether it is suitable or satisfactory |
| 2401 |
After reviewing the evidence, the grand jury decided to discuss the case. review to examine all the information that is relevant to a situation or subject |
| 2402 |
Don't forget to review your work. review to examine a piece of writing in order to find and correct mistakes |
| 2403 |
The paper's music critic reviewed the production and was overwhelmed by its beauty. review to write an article giving your opinion of a play, book, art exhibition etc |
| 2404 |
the West Coast route route a way that buses, trains, ships, or planes travel regularly |
| 2405 |
a bus shipping trading route route a way that buses, trains, ships, or planes travel regularly |
| 2406 |
It's a good idea to plan your route before you leave. route the roads or paths that you use when you go from one place to another |
| 2407 |
We took an alternative route to the hotel. route route to the roads or paths that you use when you go from one place to another |
| 2408 |
The most direct route from the house to the school is through the town centre. route route from the roads or paths that you use when you go from one place to another |
| 2409 |
The tunnel is the route taken by most drivers. route take follow a route the roads or paths that you use when you go from one place to another |
| 2410 |
The sea was the most direct route between the two cities. route the shortest quickest most direct route the roads or paths that you use when you go from one place to another |
| 2411 |
the route to success happiness disaster route route to a way of doing something that produces a particular result |
| 2412 |
I'll need to think carefully before deciding what route to take next. route take a route a way of doing something that produces a particular result |
| 2413 |
We turned off Route 66 onto a remote road. route used with a number as the name of a major road between cities in the US |
| 2414 |
Kobe remains closed, but goods are being routed through different ports. route to send someone or something along a particular route |
| 2415 |
She said exactly what she felt, without fear of the consequences. consequence a result or effect of something |
| 2416 |
The consequence of such policies will inevitably be higher taxes. consequence consequence of a result or effect of something |
| 2417 |
Climate change could have disastrous consequences for farmers. consequence serious disastrous dire consequences a result or effect of something |
| 2418 |
Consider the long-term health consequences carefully before deciding. consequence economic social health consequences a result or effect of something |
| 2419 |
She has lived in France, and as a consequence speaks French fluently. consequence as a consequence in consequence used for saying that one thing is the result of another |
| 2420 |
Your views are of no consequence in this matter. consequence of no consequence of little consequence not important in any way not very important |
| 2421 |
They've got a telephone next to their bed. telephone a piece of electronic equipment that you use for speaking to someone in a different place. A telephone is often simply called a phone |
| 2422 |
a mobile telephone telephone a piece of electronic equipment that you use for speaking to someone in a different place. A telephone is often simply called a phone |
| 2423 |
The telephone's been ringing all morning. telephone a telephone rings a piece of electronic equipment that you use for speaking to someone in a different place. A telephone is often simply called a phone |
| 2424 |
Pascoe picked up the telephone and said 'Hello'. telephone pick up answer the telephone a piece of electronic equipment that you use for speaking to someone in a different place. A telephone is often simply called a phone |
| 2425 |
May I use your telephone? telephone use the telephone a piece of electronic equipment that you use for speaking to someone in a different place. A telephone is often simply called a phone |
| 2426 |
The telephone was invented by Alexander Graham Bell. telephone the system of communicating using telephones |
| 2427 |
People are interviewed over the telephone. telephone over the telephone the system of communicating using telephones |
| 2428 |
I placed my order by telephone two weeks ago. telephone by telephone the system of communicating using telephones |
| 2429 |
Computers send information by telephone using a modem. telephone the system of communicating using telephones |
| 2430 |
a telephone line dial switchboard telephone relating to or involving the telephone |
| 2431 |
telephone communications conversations bookings telephone relating to or involving the telephone |
| 2432 |
He's been on the telephone for the past two hours. telephone using the telephone to talk to someone |
| 2433 |
You're wanted on the telephone (=someone wants to speak to you). telephone using the telephone to talk to someone |
| 2434 |
I can't believe you're not on the telephone. telephone provided with a telephone in your home, office etc |
| 2435 |
I'll telephone my lawyer to arrange an appointment. telephone to speak to someone using the telephone |
| 2436 |
Telephone for details of your nearest stockist. telephone telephone (someone) for something to speak to someone using the telephone |
| 2437 |
Telephone our customer helpline on 0800 397791. telephone telephone someone on a number to speak to someone using the telephone |
| 2438 |
The authorities had recently released two political prisoners. release to let someone leave a place where they have been kept |
| 2439 |
The hostages are due to be released at 2 pm today. release to let someone leave a place where they have been kept |
| 2440 |
He was released from prison in July. release release someone from something to let someone leave a place where they have been kept |
| 2441 |
He was taken to a local hospital but released after a check-up. release to let someone leave a hospital or other place where they have been having medical treatment |
| 2442 |
Fully recovered, the birds can now be released back into the wild. release to let an animal leave a place where you have been keeping it |
| 2443 |
The tiger was accidentally released from its cage. release release something from something to let an animal leave a place where you have been keeping it |
| 2444 |
The men were released by firemen after becoming trapped in a lift. release to save someone from a place that they are unable to leave |
| 2445 |
She slowly released her grip on Louisa's hand. release to stop holding something |
| 2446 |
Six hundred balloons were released at the ceremony. release to stop holding something so that it goes up into the air or falls from a height |
| 2447 |
Cooking the grain will release the starch from the outside coating. release to let a substance or energy spread into the area or atmosphere around it, especially as part of a chemical reaction |
| 2448 |
Oxygen from the water is released into the atmosphere. release release something into something to let a substance or energy spread into the area or atmosphere around it, especially as part of a chemical reaction |
| 2449 |
Don't forget to release the handbrake. release to move a piece of equipment from the position that it is held in |
| 2450 |
Take a long walk to release all that pent-up aggression. release to get rid of a negative feeling, especially one that you have had for a long time |
| 2451 |
Managers have released few details from yesterday's meeting. release to make information or documents available |
| 2452 |
These are the first police accident statistics to be released. release to make information or documents available |
| 2453 |
They have just released their second album. release to make a film, video, or CD available for people to see or buy |
| 2454 |
We were released from our classes in order to take part in the celebration. release release someone from something to allow someone not to have to do something |
| 2455 |
The release of Nelson Mandela was watched by millions of people on TV. release release of the act of letting someone leave a place such as a prison or hospital |
| 2456 |
He was taken home on his release from hospital. release release from the act of letting someone leave a place such as a prison or hospital |
| 2457 |
The Foreign Office has finally secured her release from prison. release secure someone's release the act of letting someone leave a place such as a prison or hospital |
| 2458 |
We're doing all we can to prevent the release of toxic waste into the oceans. release a situation in which something such as a chemical is spread into the area or atmosphere around it |
| 2459 |
the release of secret government information release release of the act of making something available |
| 2460 |
The band's latest release is called 'White Clouds'. release a new film, video, or CD that is available for people to see or buy |
| 2461 |
The weekend was a much-needed release from work. release an opportunity or permission not to do something |
| 2462 |
Robert Altman's new film goes on release this weekend. release on (general) release available to be seen in cinemas |
| 2463 |
Only a small proportion of graduates fail to find employment. proportion proportion of a quantity of something that is a part or share of the whole |
| 2464 |
The proportion of trucks to cars on the roads has changed dramatically. proportion the proportion of something to something the relationship between two or more quantities or parts of a whole |
| 2465 |
Genovese's work shows a wonderful sense of proportion and design. proportion the correct, most useful, or most attractive relationship between things |
| 2466 |
Everything about the room is beautifully in proportion. proportion in proportion the correct, most useful, or most attractive relationship between things |
| 2467 |
His head is large in proportion to his small frame. proportion in proportion to with something the correct, most useful, or most attractive relationship between things |
| 2468 |
The figures in the painting are completely out of proportion with their surroundings. proportion out of proportion (to with something) the correct, most useful, or most attractive relationship between things |
| 2469 |
a chair of graceful proportions proportion the size or shape of something |
| 2470 |
The tree can grow to massive proportions. proportion the size or shape of something |
| 2471 |
a disaster of catastrophic proportions proportion the degree of importance of something |
| 2472 |
The story began to take on mythic proportions. proportion the degree of importance of something |
| 2473 |
The incident has been blown up out of proportion. proportion blow something up out of (all) proportion to make a situation seem much worse than it really is |
| 2474 |
It is a setback, but it should be kept in proportion. proportion keep something in proportion to react to a situation in a suitable way and not make it seem more important than it really is |
| 2475 |
The publicity the exhibition has received is out of all proportion to its actual quality. proportion out of (all) proportion (to something) if a reaction or result is out of all proportion, it is too strong or serious for the thing or situation that has caused it |
| 2476 |
We need to keep a sense of proportion about what really matters. proportion a sense of proportion an ability to understand the relative importance or seriousness of different things |
| 2477 |
Dealing with crime is our primary concern. primary most important |
| 2478 |
The primary objective is to ensure improvements in animal welfare. primary most important |
| 2479 |
a primary teacher primary relating to the education of children between the ages of about five and eleven |
| 2480 |
primary education primary relating to the education of children between the ages of about five and eleven |
| 2481 |
primary sources of information primary coming or happening before other things |
| 2482 |
a primary tumour primary in the first stage of development |
| 2483 |
the primary visual cortex primary in the first stage of development |
| 2484 |
We have given careful consideration to your claim for compensation. consideration give consideration to something careful thought before making a decision or judgment about something |
| 2485 |
After serious consideration of all the issues, the school decided to expel the three students. consideration after serious careful consideration (of something) careful thought before making a decision or judgment about something |
| 2486 |
Here are a few questions for your consideration. consideration for someone's consideration careful thought before making a decision or judgment about something |
| 2487 |
One of the possibilities under consideration (=being thought about) is closing the street to motor vehicles. consideration under consideration (=being thought about) careful thought before making a decision or judgment about something |
| 2488 |
practical ethical political considerations consideration something that you must think about carefully before you make a decision or judgment |
| 2489 |
For most people, the most important consideration in choosing a mortgage is the cost of repayments. consideration something that you must think about carefully before you make a decision or judgment |
| 2490 |
She treats all her patients with consideration and respect. consideration a kind way of behaving that shows you care about other people's feelings and needs |
| 2491 |
Reporters stayed away out of consideration for the family. consideration out of consideration for someone a kind way of behaving that shows you care about other people's feelings and needs |
| 2492 |
Try showing a little more consideration for others. consideration show consideration for someone something a kind way of behaving that shows you care about other people's feelings and needs |
| 2493 |
She was given a fee in consideration of her services. consideration in consideration of something in exchange for something, or as a payment for something |
| 2494 |
The candidate's experience must be taken into consideration. consideration take something into consideration to think about a particular fact or detail and allow it to have some influence when you are making a decision |
| 2495 |
a programme of economic reforms reform a change that is intended to correct a situation that is wrong or unfair, or make a system work more effectively |
| 2496 |
The new government has promised to introduce democratic reforms. reform a change that is intended to correct a situation that is wrong or unfair, or make a system work more effectively |
| 2497 |
radical reforms to the health service reform reform to a change that is intended to correct a situation that is wrong or unfair, or make a system work more effectively |
| 2498 |
This is the most important reform of the police service in over 30 years. reform reform of a change that is intended to correct a situation that is wrong or unfair, or make a system work more effectively |
| 2499 |
The healthcare system must be radically reformed. reform to improve a situation by correcting things that are wrong or unfair, or to make a system work more effectively |
| 2500 |
a proposal to reform tax laws reform to improve a situation by correcting things that are wrong or unfair, or to make a system work more effectively |
| 2501 |
The prison system is not designed to reform criminals. reform to change your own or someone else's behaviour, so that it is no longer illegal or harmful |
| 2502 |
She expressed a determination to reform. reform to change your own or someone else's behaviour, so that it is no longer illegal or harmful |
| 2503 |
a reformed alcoholic gambler reform to change your own or someone else's behaviour, so that it is no longer illegal or harmful |
| 2504 |
a taxi driver driver someone who drives a vehicle, especially as their job |
| 2505 |
a printer driver driver software that controls a piece of equipment connected to a computer |
| 2506 |
a study of technology as a driver of change in industry driver something that makes important things happen, for example in an organization or economy |
| 2507 |
an annual conference festival holiday annual happening once a year |
| 2508 |
an annual salary total average annual calculated or considered over a period of one year |
| 2509 |
nuclear power energy nuclear relating to energy produced by changing the structure of the central part of an atom |
| 2510 |
a nuclear power plant nuclear relating to energy produced by changing the structure of the central part of an atom |
| 2511 |
the nuclear industry nuclear relating to energy produced by changing the structure of the central part of an atom |
| 2512 |
nuclear waste nuclear relating to energy produced by changing the structure of the central part of an atom |
| 2513 |
nuclear weapons arms nuclear relating to weapons that use energy produced in this way |
| 2514 |
nuclear bombs missiles nuclear relating to weapons that use energy produced in this way |
| 2515 |
a nuclear war attack nuclear relating to weapons that use energy produced in this way |
| 2516 |
those in favour of nuclear disarmament nuclear relating to weapons that use energy produced in this way |
| 2517 |
He did well in both schoolwork and sport and won a number of medals in the latter (=in sport). latter used for referring to the second of two people, things, or groups that have just been mentioned |
| 2518 |
Two treaties were signed, in 1990 and 1998, but only the latter agreement was considered valid. latter used for referring to the second of two people, things, or groups that have just been mentioned |
| 2519 |
She maintained her interest in Latin during her latter years. latter used for describing the later part of a period of time |
| 2520 |
Total profit was 550 million in the latter half of 2003. latter used for describing the later part of a period of time |
| 2521 |
Applicants for the job must have at least three years of practical experience. practical involving or relating to real situations and events |
| 2522 |
Unfortunately Carter's research has no practical use. practical involving or relating to real situations and events |
| 2523 |
Despite their wealth, they were always practical about money. practical making sensible decisions and choices, especially the types of decisions and choices that you have to make every day |
| 2524 |
a practical attitude to marriage practical making sensible decisions and choices, especially the types of decisions and choices that you have to make every day |
| 2525 |
I can trust you to come up with a practical solution to the problem. practical likely to solve a problem or deal successfully with a situation |
| 2526 |
I need a practical hairstyle that's easy to care for. practical intended to be useful or suitable, not just fashionable or attractive |
| 2527 |
a practical car for the family practical intended to be useful or suitable, not just fashionable or attractive |
| 2528 |
We aren't very practical so we usually hire someone to do the major repairs. practical able to make repairs or do things with your hands in a skilful way |
| 2529 |
Either method you use will, for all practical purposes, have the same result. practical for all practical purposes in fact: used for describing the actual effect of a situation |
| 2530 |
a commercial transaction commercial relating to business |
| 2531 |
This property is suitable for domestic or commercial use. commercial relating to business |
| 2532 |
commercial whaling commercial producing goods or services to sell |
| 2533 |
One of their first commercial products was an electronic typewriter. commercial produced in order to be sold |
| 2534 |
The film's commercial success made her a star. commercial relating to making a profit |
| 2535 |
The decision was made on a purely commercial basis. commercial relating to making a profit |
| 2536 |
Their music has become so commercial. commercial paying more attention to making profits than to quality |
| 2537 |
commercial radio stations commercial making money by broadcasting advertisements instead of being given money by the government |
| 2538 |
a TV commercial commercial an advertisement on television or radio |
| 2539 |
a shampoo dog food commercial commercial an advertisement on television or radio |
| 2540 |
His invention has made him a rich man. rich owning a lot of money, property, or valuable possessions |
| 2541 |
one of the world's richest countries rich owning a lot of money, property, or valuable possessions |
| 2542 |
A lot of people thought they could get rich by investing in Internet companies. rich owning a lot of money, property, or valuable possessions |
| 2543 |
a tax-cutting programme that will only benefit the rich rich people who have a lot of money, property, or valuable possessions |
| 2544 |
the increasing gap between the rich and the poor rich (the) rich and (the) poor people who have a lot of money, property, or valuable possessions |
| 2545 |
a glamorous life in the company of the rich and famous rich the rich and famous people who have a lot of money, property, or valuable possessions |
| 2546 |
rich iron deposits rich containing a large quantity of something |
| 2547 |
an area rich in natural resources rich rich in containing a large quantity of something |
| 2548 |
a diet rich in protein rich containing a large quantity of something |
| 2549 |
a speech rich in irony rich containing a large quantity of something |
| 2550 |
a rich chocolate dessert rich containing a lot of things such as butter, eggs, or cream that make your stomach feel full very quickly |
| 2551 |
a rich fruit cake rich containing a lot of things such as butter, eggs, or cream that make your stomach feel full very quickly |
| 2552 |
rich agricultural land rich containing a lot of substances that are good for growing plants |
| 2553 |
rich silks and brocades rich beautiful, expensive, and of very high quality |
| 2554 |
a rich deep green rich a rich colour, sound, or smell is strong in a pleasant way |
| 2555 |
a rich baritone voice rich a rich colour, sound, or smell is strong in a pleasant way |
| 2556 |
the rich odour of spiced meats rich a rich colour, sound, or smell is strong in a pleasant way |
| 2557 |
a town with a rich cultural heritage rich interesting, with a lot of different qualities, experiences, or events |
| 2558 |
the tournament with golf's richest first prize rich worth a lot of money, or bringing a lot of money |
| 2559 |
You're insulted! That's rich, after what you said to me! rich that's rich used for saying that a criticism that someone makes is unreasonable because they themselves can be criticized for the same thing |
| 2560 |
fibre-rich protein-rich foods #NAME? used with some nouns to make adjectives describing what something contains or has in large amounts |
| 2561 |
an oil-rich country #NAME? used with some nouns to make adjectives describing what something contains or has in large amounts |
| 2562 |
After a few weeks, the caterpillar emerges from its cocoon. emerge emerge from to come out of something or out from behind something |
| 2563 |
The doors opened and people began to emerge into the street. emerge emerge into to come out of something or out from behind something |
| 2564 |
The country is slowly emerging from a recession. emerge emerge from to stop being involved in a difficult situation or period of time |
| 2565 |
Some worrying rumours were beginning to emerge. emerge to become known |
| 2566 |
It emerged that he had saved a child by donating his kidney. emerge it emerged (that) to become known |
| 2567 |
Three important factors emerged from our discussions. emerge emerge from to become known |
| 2568 |
No new leader has emerged to take his place. emerge to appear, or to become recognized |
| 2569 |
Leeds is emerging as an important financial centre. emerge emerge as to appear, or to become recognized |
| 2570 |
Apparently, she resigned because she had an argument with her boss. apparently based only on what you have heard, not on what you are certain is true |
| 2571 |
Seven people were shot yesterday in two apparently unrelated incidents. apparently used for saying what seems to be true when people do not yet know all the facts of a situation |
| 2572 |
He rang the doorbell. ring to make a bell produce a sound |
| 2573 |
A bell rang and the children trooped back into the school. ring if a bell rings, it produces a sound |
| 2574 |
You rang, sir? ring to ring a bell as a signal for someone to come to you or to help you |
| 2575 |
Please ring for assistance. ring ring for to ring a bell as a signal for someone to come to you or to help you |
| 2576 |
The cobblestones rang beneath the horses' feet. ring to make a continuous loud high sound |
| 2577 |
The room rang with his frightened cries. ring ring with if a place rings with a sound, it is full of a loud sound |
| 2578 |
A great cheer rang through the hall. ring if a sound rings in a place, it is loud and you can hear it clearly |
| 2579 |
Ring me at home later. ring to call someone by telephone |
| 2580 |
Sarah rang to say she couldn't come tonight. ring to call someone by telephone |
| 2581 |
Why don't we just ring for a taxi? ring ring for to call someone by telephone |
| 2582 |
I'm ringing about the vacancy you advertised. ring ring about to call someone by telephone |
| 2583 |
The phone rang again immediately. ring if a telephone rings, it makes a sound to show that someone is calling |
| 2584 |
The sound of the shot left Rory's ears ringing. ring if your ears ring, you continue to hear a loud sound in your head for a short time after you have heard a loud noise or someone has hit you |
| 2585 |
Protesters carrying signs ringed the hotel. ring to surround someone or something, especially in order to protect them or to prevent them from escaping |
| 2586 |
Ringed by soldiers for protection, he tried to address the crowd. ring to surround someone or something, especially in order to protect them or to prevent them from escaping |
| 2587 |
She ringed the date on the calendar in the kitchen. ring to draw a circle around something, especially to show that you have chosen it or to make it easy to notice |
| 2588 |
The name rings a bell. Isn't he an architect? ring ring a bell something that rings a bell sounds familiar to you, although you cannot remember the exact details |
| 2589 |
Let's ring the changes and repaint the whole house. ring ring the changes to make major changes to something |
| 2590 |
The company's claim that it is an unwitting participant rings hollow. ring ring hollow to sound false or not sincere |
| 2591 |
With his words ringing in her ears, she fled up the stairs. ring ring in your ears if something such as someone's words ring in your ears, you feel that you can still hear them after that person has stopped speaking |
| 2592 |
It was a possible explanation, but it didn't quite ring true. ring ring true to sound true or sincere |
| 2593 |
a gold ring ring a piece of jewellery in the form of a circle that you wear on a finger |
| 2594 |
She had a ring on every finger. ring ring on a piece of jewellery in the form of a circle that you wear on a finger |
| 2595 |
onion rings ring an object in the shape of a circle |
| 2596 |
curtain rings ring an object in the shape of a circle |
| 2597 |
She had black rings round her eyes from tiredness. ring a line or shape that forms a ring |
| 2598 |
He glanced round the ring of faces waiting for him to speak. ring ring of a group of people or things that form a ring |
| 2599 |
They sat in a ring around the fire. ring in a ring (=arranged in the shape of the edge of a circle) a group of people or things that form a ring |
| 2600 |
He answered on the first ring. ring a sound produced by a phone when someone calls you |
| 2601 |
He was interrupted by the ring of the doorbell. ring the sound that a bell produces |
| 2602 |
Impatiently she gave another ring of the doorbell. ring an act of making a bell produce a sound |
| 2603 |
The ring of his hammer echoed round the square. ring a sound like a bell |
| 2604 |
Hale today announced his retirement from the ring. ring the sport of boxing or wrestling |
| 2605 |
The officer was suspected of involvement in an international drugs ring. ring a group of people involved in an activity, especially an illegal one |
| 2606 |
Her account has a ring of authenticity about it. ring a particular quality that something such as a statement seems to have |
| 2607 |
His version of events had a ring of truth. ring have a ring of truth a particular quality that something such as a statement seems to have |
| 2608 |
This story may have a familiar ring to it. ring have a familiar ring a particular quality that something such as a statement seems to have |
| 2609 |
Give me a ring tomorrow and we'll arrange something for this weekend. ring give someone a ring to phone someone |
| 2610 |
It is important to consider distance from public transport when buying a house. distance distance from the amount of space between two people or things |
| 2611 |
They started to walk the short distance to the camp. distance distance to the amount of space between two people or things |
| 2612 |
a distance of five miles distance distance of the amount of space between two people or things |
| 2613 |
His parents live some distance away. distance some a good a considerable distance the amount of space between two people or things |
| 2614 |
He's used to driving long distances. distance long distances the amount of space between two people or things |
| 2615 |
Altair, at a distance of 17 light-years, is one of the closest of the bright stars. distance at a distance of the amount of space between two people or things |
| 2616 |
A definitive cure is still some distance away. distance the amount of time between two points in time |
| 2617 |
The distance has never been a problem for our relationship. distance the fact that two people or things are far apart from each other |
| 2618 |
It was his distance towards me that was so upsetting. distance a way of speaking or behaving that is not very friendly and does not encourage other people to talk to you |
| 2619 |
the social distance between farmers and farm workers distance great differences between two people or things |
| 2620 |
There's still some distance to go. distance the amount of progress that needs to be made in order to solve a problem |
| 2621 |
I've only ever seen him from a distance. distance at from a place that is not close |
| 2622 |
Tim followed him at a distance (=keeping a long way behind him). distance at from a place that is not close |
| 2623 |
From a distance I suppose it'll seem funny. distance at from a much later point in time |
| 2624 |
She's a singer with the talent and determination to go the distance. distance to continue doing what is necessary until you achieve your goal |
| 2625 |
Do you think he's fit enough to go the distance? distance to compete in a race or game until the end, continuing to try to win |
| 2626 |
The peaks of the Pyrenees could be seen in the distance. distance in into the distance at to a place that is very far from where you are, although you can still see or hear things there |
| 2627 |
His gaze shifted, and he stared into the distance. distance in into the distance at to a place that is very far from where you are, although you can still see or hear things there |
| 2628 |
She walked up the path, keeping her distance from the dogs. distance to avoid going near someone or something |
| 2629 |
The new boss was coldly professional, and kept his distance. distance to avoid becoming friendly with someone |
| 2630 |
My instincts warned me to put some distance between us. distance to deliberately make a relationship less close or friendly |
| 2631 |
The strategy is to put some distance between the English and Scottish branches of the party. distance to say or do something that shows that you are not connected with or do not approve of something |
| 2632 |
The house was within walking distance of the university. distance within walking driving etc distance of possible to reach by walking driving etc |
| 2633 |
The village is within commuting distance of London. distance within walking driving etc distance possible to reach by walking driving etc |
| 2634 |
The company is trying to distance itself from remarks made by the former director. distance distance yourself from someone something to act in a way that shows that you are not connected with someone or something, usually because you do not approve of them |
| 2635 |
the nation's best distance runners distance consisting of or taking part in races in which people run or swim a long distance |
| 2636 |
European languages European relating to Europe, or its people or culture |
| 2637 |
European elections European relating to the European Union |
| 2638 |
Try to do 20 minutes of vigorous exercise every day. exercise physical activity done in order to stay healthy and make your body stronger |
| 2639 |
I get plenty of exercise being an aerobics instructor. exercise get exercise physical activity done in order to stay healthy and make your body stronger |
| 2640 |
You should take more exercise. exercise take do exercise physical activity done in order to stay healthy and make your body stronger |
| 2641 |
Roll over and repeat the exercise on the other leg. exercise a physical action that you repeat several times in order to make a part of your body stronger or more healthy |
| 2642 |
deep-breathing exercises exercise a physical action that you repeat several times in order to make a part of your body stronger or more healthy |
| 2643 |
exercise equipment exercise relating to exercise, or used for exercise |
| 2644 |
a new exercise routine exercise relating to exercise, or used for exercise |
| 2645 |
Have you done your piano exercises yet? exercise an activity or set of activities that you do in order to learn how to do something |
| 2646 |
a drawing exercise exercise an activity or set of activities that you do in order to learn how to do something |
| 2647 |
Next I'd like you to do the exercises on page 10. exercise a set of written questions that you answer in order to help you to learn something |
| 2648 |
The object of the exercise is to get you to think independently. exercise an action that has a particular plan, purpose, or result |
| 2649 |
Comparing prices can be a worthwhile exercise. exercise an action that has a particular plan, purpose, or result |
| 2650 |
a cost-cutting exercise exercise an action that has a particular plan, purpose, or result |
| 2651 |
Good management is often an exercise in compromise. exercise exercise in an action that has a particular plan, purpose, or result |
| 2652 |
public officials in the exercise of their duties exercise the use of your power, rights, or skills |
| 2653 |
Do you eat properly and exercise regularly? exercise to do a physical activity such as walking, swimming, or running in order to stay healthy and make your body stronger |
| 2654 |
The doctor said I should exercise my knee every morning. exercise to move or use a particular part of your body in order to make it strong |
| 2655 |
Large dogs should be exercised every day. exercise to allow an animal to walk or run so that it stays healthy |
| 2656 |
For centuries, the Church exercised almost unquestioned authority over people's lives. exercise to use your power or rights |
| 2657 |
Caution must be exercised when operating this equipment. exercise to use a skill or personal quality, especially in order to avoid problems |
| 2658 |
They were greatly exercised by the prospect of losing their jobs. exercise to worry someone, or to make them think hard about something |
| 2659 |
I could hear someone turning the key in the lock. key a small piece of metal used for opening or locking a door or a container, or for starting the engine of a vehicle |
| 2660 |
a bunch of keys key a small piece of metal used for opening or locking a door or a container, or for starting the engine of a vehicle |
| 2661 |
house car keys key a small piece of metal used for opening or locking a door or a container, or for starting the engine of a vehicle |
| 2662 |
Where's the key to the back door? key key to a small piece of metal used for opening or locking a door or a container, or for starting the engine of a vehicle |
| 2663 |
Proper planning is the key to success. key key to the thing that will do most to help you to achieve something |
| 2664 |
The key to our strength lies in our members. key the thing that will do most to help you to achieve something |
| 2665 |
Highlight the file you want and press the RETURN key. key one of the parts that you press on a keyboard to make it produce letters, numbers etc |
| 2666 |
piano keys key one of the parts that you press on a musical instrument to make it produce sounds |
| 2667 |
a major minor key key a set of musical notes that are based on one particular note |
| 2668 |
in the key of D sharp key a set of musical notes that are based on one particular note |
| 2669 |
The data will need to be keyed immediately. key to put information into a computer or other electronic machine using keys or a keyboard |
| 2670 |
Foreign policy had been a key issue in the campaign. key very important |
| 2671 |
This economic model has the following key features. key very important |
| 2672 |
South Africa lost two key players through injury. key very important |
| 2673 |
Women farmers are key to China's economic development. key key to very important |
| 2674 |
She has beautiful soft skin. skin the outer layer of a person's or animal's body |
| 2675 |
Most snakes shed their skin several times a year. skin the outer layer of a person's or animal's body |
| 2676 |
I have fair skin that burns very easily. skin fair dark olive skin the outer layer of a person's or animal's body |
| 2677 |
a lotion specially designed for oily skin skin dry oily sensitive skin the outer layer of a person's or animal's body |
| 2678 |
I got sunburnt and now my skin is peeling. skin skin peels (=falls off gradually in small pieces) the outer layer of a person's or animal's body |
| 2679 |
skin colour skin relating to or affecting your skin |
| 2680 |
a skin disease skin relating to or affecting your skin |
| 2681 |
skin cancer skin relating to or affecting your skin |
| 2682 |
a leopard skin rug skin the outer layer cut from an animal's body, used for making clothing and decorations |
| 2683 |
Banana skins are yellow. skin the outer layer of a fruit or vegetable |
| 2684 |
Cover the custard to prevent a skin forming as it cools. skin a thin layer that forms on top of a liquid such as milk or soup when it becomes cold after being hot |
| 2685 |
A lot of these fashion models are all skin and bones. skin be (all) skin and bone(s) to be very thin in a way that is not healthy or attractive |
| 2686 |
He won, but only by the skin of his teeth. skin do something by the skin of your teeth to succeed in doing something but almost fail |
| 2687 |
Ignore Justin: don't let him get under your skin. skin to make someone very annoyed or upset |
| 2688 |
Let them cancel the whole project. It's no skin off my nose. skin it's no skin off my nose used for saying that you do not care if someone does a particular thing because it will not affect you |
| 2689 |
His smile made her skin crawl. skin your skin crawls if your skin crawls, you suddenly feel uncomfortable because you are frightened or shocked or because you dislike someone very much |
| 2690 |
My grandfather could skin a rabbit in less than a minute. skin to remove the skin from an animal, fruit, or vegetable |
| 2691 |
I fell off my bicycle and skinned my knee. skin to hurt a part of your body by falling onto a rough surface in a way that causes some skin to be removed |
| 2692 |
I thought he was going to skin me alive when he saw the phone bill! skin skin someone alive to be very angry with someone, or to punish them very severely |
| 2693 |
I'm starting my new job in February. February the second month of the year, between January and March |
| 2694 |
They fly to Spain on February 16th. February the second month of the year, between January and March |
| 2695 |
We're due to complete the project next February. February the second month of the year, between January and March |
| 2696 |
The hotel is the best on the island. island a piece of land that is completely surrounded by water |
| 2697 |
islands off the west coast of Canada island a piece of land that is completely surrounded by water |
| 2698 |
the Philippine Islands island used in the name of an island |
| 2699 |
a small island nation island connected with an island, or living on an island |
| 2700 |
Ms Gloria Johnson Ms used as a formal title in front of the name of a woman, whether she is married or not, when talking to her or about her |
| 2701 |
Can I help you, Ms Jones? Ms used as a formal title in front of the name of a woman, whether she is married or not, when talking to her or about her |
| 2702 |
My brother and I always had separate rooms. separate not together, or not joined to something else |
| 2703 |
My parents have separate bank accounts. separate not together, or not joined to something else |
| 2704 |
They're not divorced but they lead completely separate lives (=do not do things together). separate not together, or not joined to something else |
| 2705 |
Clients' funds should be kept separate from the firm's own money. separate separate from not together, or not joined to something else |
| 2706 |
Each apartment has its own separate entrance. separate different, or new |
| 2707 |
Answer each question on a separate sheet of paper. separate different, or new |
| 2708 |
Police have killed seven guerrillas in three separate incidents this week. separate not related |
| 2709 |
That's an entirely separate matter. separate not related |
| 2710 |
The members of the band have decided to go their separate ways. separate go your separate ways to end a relationship with a partner and decide to live or work apart |
| 2711 |
They arrived at the party separately. separate |
| 2712 |
The army was called in to help separate the warring factions. separate to keep people or things apart from each other |
| 2713 |
The child may be separated from his mother while she receives treatment. separate separate someone from someone to keep people or things apart from each other |
| 2714 |
As he pulled, the pipe separated from the wall and broke. separate separate from to move apart and stop being connected to something |
| 2715 |
A large river separates the north of the city from the south. separate separate something from something if something separates two people or things, it exists between them so that they are kept apart |
| 2716 |
Their garden is separated from the factory by a tall fence. separate be separated by something if something separates two people or things, it exists between them so that they are kept apart |
| 2717 |
They are separated by thousands of miles. separate if something separates two people or things, it exists between them so that they are kept apart |
| 2718 |
The two issues need to be separated to discuss them fairly. separate to divide something, or become divided, into different parts |
| 2719 |
Millie's parents separated when she was three. separate to stop living with your husband, wife, or sexual partner |
| 2720 |
This political skill separates him from other ultra-conservative politicians. separate separate someone something from someone something to be the quality or detail that makes someone or something different from others |
| 2721 |
Only three points separated the top two teams. separate to be the difference between the winner and the others in a competition |
| 2722 |
It's times like these that separate the men from the boys. separate separate the men from the boys to show which people are the strongest or bravest |
| 2723 |
The aim of this project is to help patients to be more independent. aim aim of the thing that you hope to achieve by doing something |
| 2724 |
We visit schools with the aim of getting young people interested in the theatre. aim with the aim of doing something the thing that you hope to achieve by doing something |
| 2725 |
My main aim on this course is to gain confidence. aim someone's aim is to do something the thing that you hope to achieve by doing something |
| 2726 |
The group was committed to achieving its aims through peaceful means. aim achieve fulfil pursue your aims the thing that you hope to achieve by doing something |
| 2727 |
We need to clarify the aims and objectives of the project. aim aims and objectives (=things that you intend to achieve) the thing that you hope to achieve by doing something |
| 2728 |
My aim wasn't very good and the ball went over the fence. aim your ability to hit something when you throw, kick, or shoot something at it |
| 2729 |
He quickly regained his balance, took aim, and fired. aim to point a gun at something before you shoot |
| 2730 |
The project aims to provide support for young musicians. aim aim to do something to intend or hope to achieve something |
| 2731 |
Most of the students were aiming for jobs in television. aim aim for to intend or hope to achieve something |
| 2732 |
When given the order, the squad aimed their weapons. aim to point a gun or an object you are throwing at something that you want to hit |
| 2733 |
He was aiming at the tree but he missed. aim aim at for to point a gun or an object you are throwing at something that you want to hit |
| 2734 |
I looked up to see Betty aiming a gun at me. aim aim something at someone something to point a gun or an object you are throwing at something that you want to hit |
| 2735 |
He leapt into the crowd, aiming a kick at a fan. aim aim a kick blow at someone something to point a gun or an object you are throwing at something that you want to hit |
| 2736 |
The book is aimed at people with no specialized knowledge. aim aim something at something if you aim something you say, write, or create at a person or group, you want them to listen to or use what you have said, written, or created |
| 2737 |
Blair aimed his criticism at corporations promoting and distributing offensive materials. aim if you aim something you say, write, or create at a person or group, you want them to listen to or use what you have said, written, or created |
| 2738 |
an energy programme aimed at reducing our dependence on fossil fuels aim (be) aimed at (doing) something if a plan or idea is aimed at a particular thing, it has the goal of achieving that thing |
| 2739 |
The regulations are aimed at the prevention of accidents at work. aim (be) aimed at (doing) something if a plan or idea is aimed at a particular thing, it has the goal of achieving that thing |
| 2740 |
The notice said 'Danger! Keep Out!' danger a situation in which harm, death, damage, or destruction is possible |
| 2741 |
The President was in no danger at any time. danger in danger a situation in which harm, death, damage, or destruction is possible |
| 2742 |
You must leave immediately. You're in great danger here. danger be in great grave danger a situation in which harm, death, damage, or destruction is possible |
| 2743 |
His actions put the child's life in danger. danger put someone someone's life in danger a situation in which harm, death, damage, or destruction is possible |
| 2744 |
All three children are now reported to be out of danger. danger be out of danger a situation in which harm, death, damage, or destruction is possible |
| 2745 |
danger from exposure to radiation danger danger from a situation in which harm, death, damage, or destruction is possible |
| 2746 |
This man had faced danger and death without flinching. danger face danger a situation in which harm, death, damage, or destruction is possible |
| 2747 |
We must act now to avoid the danger of another rise in interest rates. danger danger of a situation in which something unpleasant might happen |
| 2748 |
There is a danger that the money will simply be wasted. danger danger (that) a situation in which something unpleasant might happen |
| 2749 |
There is a very real danger that people will lose interest. danger a real great serious danger a situation in which something unpleasant might happen |
| 2750 |
The peace talks are now in danger of collapse. danger in danger of (doing) something a situation in which something unpleasant might happen |
| 2751 |
'What if he comes back early from lunch?' 'There's no danger of that.' danger there's no danger of that (=it is very unlikely) a situation in which something unpleasant might happen |
| 2752 |
The animal is a danger to the public. danger danger to a person or thing that might harm someone or damage something |
| 2753 |
Landslides and falling rocks pose a serious danger to tourists. danger pose a danger to someone something a person or thing that might harm someone or damage something |
| 2754 |
a campaign to warn children of the dangers of electricity danger danger of a person or thing that might harm someone or damage something |
| 2755 |
I don't like buying things on credit. credit on credit an arrangement to receive goods from a shop or money from a bank and pay for it later |
| 2756 |
Some suppliers will not give credit to their customers. credit give offer credit an arrangement to receive goods from a shop or money from a bank and pay for it later |
| 2757 |
You can get interest-free credit on all our products. credit interest-free credit an arrangement to receive goods from a shop or money from a bank and pay for it later |
| 2758 |
You deserve credit for making him change his mind. credit credit for praise for something you have done or achieved |
| 2759 |
He always takes the credit for my ideas. credit take the credit praise for something you have done or achieved |
| 2760 |
All credits, debits, and charges will show on your bank statement. credit an amount of money that you add to an account. An amount of money that you take out of an account is a debit |
| 2761 |
the credit column of a balance sheet credit an amount of money that you add to an account. An amount of money that you take out of an account is a debit |
| 2762 |
These tax credits are designed to help offset the costs of child-care. credit an amount of money that you have a right to, for example money that you can use to pay part of your tax bill |
| 2763 |
The government plans to introduce export credits. credit an amount of money that you have a right to, for example money that you can use to pay part of your tax bill |
| 2764 |
This course counts as one credit towards your degree. credit a part of a college or university course that you have completed successfully |
| 2765 |
a director whose television credits include NYPD Blue credit a film, television programme, play etc that a particular person has worked on |
| 2766 |
The song plays over the opening credits. credit the closing end opening credits a list of the people involved in making a film or television programme that is shown at the end or beginning of it |
| 2767 |
Our fans are a credit to the club. credit be a credit to someone if you are a credit to someone connected with you, or if you do them credit, they should be proud of you |
| 2768 |
Her children do her credit. credit be a credit to someone if you are a credit to someone connected with you, or if you do them credit, they should be proud of you |
| 2769 |
She's a much better actor than people give her credit for. credit give someone credit for something to believe that someone is good at something or has a particular good quality |
| 2770 |
You don't pay any interest if your account remains in credit. credit in credit to have more money in an account than the amount that you have taken out |
| 2771 |
On the credit side, inflation has not risen this year. credit on the credit side used before you mention a good or positive aspect of a situation |
| 2772 |
He has fourteen films to his credit. credit used about things that someone has done or achieved |
| 2773 |
Jane, to her credit, helped the woman without knowing the situation. credit used for saying that someone deserves praise |
| 2774 |
Your account has been credited with the amount owed. credit credit someone something with something to add an amount of money to an account |
| 2775 |
The money will be credited to your account by the end of business tomorrow. credit credit something to someone something to add an amount of money to an account |
| 2776 |
I could scarcely credit what had happened. credit scarcely hardly credit something to believe that something is true |
| 2777 |
It was hard to credit that he had once been an actor. credit credit that to believe that something is true |
| 2778 |
Would you credit it? – She's passed all her exams! credit would you credit it? (=it's very surprising) to believe that something is true |
| 2779 |
Christian beliefs Christian relating to Christianity |
| 2780 |
a Christian minister Christian relating to Christianity |
| 2781 |
Leaving them like that wasn't very christian of him, was it? Christian behaving in a kind way |
| 2782 |
She gave us her usual polite smile. usual normal, or typical of what happens or of what people do in most situations |
| 2783 |
Dan was wearing his usual T-shirt and jeans. usual normal, or typical of what happens or of what people do in most situations |
| 2784 |
The journey to work took longer than usual. usual more better worse etc than usual normal, or typical of what happens or of what people do in most situations |
| 2785 |
It's usual practice to exchange business cards at the beginning of the meeting. usual usual practice (=the things people usually do) normal, or typical of what happens or of what people do in most situations |
| 2786 |
It's usual to ask permission before borrowing any equipment. usual it is usual (for someone) to do something normal, or typical of what happens or of what people do in most situations |
| 2787 |
Jenny arrived ten minutes late, as per usual. usual as per usual used for describing something annoying that often happens |
| 2788 |
We went to bed that evening around 10.30 as usual. usual as usual used for saying what usually happens |
| 2789 |
His resignation comes on the eve of Sunday's elections. eve on the eve of something on the day before an important event, or during the period of time just before it |
| 2790 |
Police suspect that the two murder cases are linked. link if people, things, or events are linked, they are related to each other in some way |
| 2791 |
Rock music has often been linked with the drug culture. link be linked to with something if people, things, or events are linked, they are related to each other in some way |
| 2792 |
People's physical and emotional well-being are inextricably linked. link be closely inextricably intimately linked if people, things, or events are linked, they are related to each other in some way |
| 2793 |
Police have evidence linking Bates to a drug-importation operation. link link someone something to something to say or show that two things are related, or that one of the things causes the other |
| 2794 |
Scientists now link certain types of cancer to the amount of junk food that people consume. link to say or show that two things are related, or that one of the things causes the other |
| 2795 |
Several new roads will link the southern and northern regions of the country. link to connect two or more places |
| 2796 |
a new footbridge linking the Tate Modern with St Paul's Cathedral link link something to with something to connect two or more places |
| 2797 |
Link the supply cable to the fitting at the rear of the machine. link link something to something to connect things together so that they stay attached |
| 2798 |
The girls linked arms as they walked to school. link link arms to put the bend of your arm through the bend of another person's arm |
| 2799 |
Police arrested a man believed to be the main link between crime rings. link link between a connection between two or more people, places, facts, or events, especially when one is affected or caused by the other |
| 2800 |
They are studying the links between carbon emissions and climate change. link a connection between two or more people, places, facts, or events, especially when one is affected or caused by the other |
| 2801 |
The link between smoking and cancer was established decades ago. link find establish prove a link a connection between two or more people, places, facts, or events, especially when one is affected or caused by the other |
| 2802 |
The link between my computer and the telephone isn't very good. link a connection made between two pieces of electronic equipment so that they can exchange information |
| 2803 |
trading economic links link a relationship between two or more people, organizations, or countries |
| 2804 |
At that time there was a close link between Scotland and France. link link with between a relationship between two or more people, organizations, or countries |
| 2805 |
Back in the 1980s, the bank was criticized for its links with South Africa. link link with between a relationship between two or more people, organizations, or countries |
| 2806 |
The institution's goal is to forge stronger links between the scientific community and the world of industry. link forge foster develop a link a relationship between two or more people, organizations, or countries |
| 2807 |
a road rail link link a means of travel or communication connecting two or more places |
| 2808 |
There's a new permanent satellite link between Hong Kong and New York. link link between a means of travel or communication connecting two or more places |
| 2809 |
If you click on this link, it takes you to our flight schedule. link a connection between one file or section and another, for example on a website |
| 2810 |
the Labour Liberal Conservative candidate candidate one of the people competing in an election |
| 2811 |
The candidate must demonstrate good communication skills. candidate one of the people competing for a job |
| 2812 |
There were two candidates for the post. candidate candidate for one of the people competing for a job |
| 2813 |
candidates for the award for best actor candidate candidate for one of the people competing for a prize |
| 2814 |
They needed a location for the film, and the church was the obvious candidate. candidate a person or thing that is likely to do or be something |
| 2815 |
This encounter is a candidate for the tournament's most exciting game. candidate candidate for a person or thing that is likely to do or be something |
| 2816 |
She looks like a prime candidate for a nervous breakdown. candidate a prime candidate (=very likely to do something) a person or thing that is likely to do or be something |
| 2817 |
Candidates may use a calculator. candidate someone who is taking an examination |
| 2818 |
I walked along a track to the mountain village. track a path or road with a rough surface |
| 2819 |
There's a dirt track leading from the main road. track dirt track a path or road with a rough surface |
| 2820 |
a railway track track a railway line |
| 2821 |
a straight stretch of track track a railway line |
| 2822 |
a curtain track track a line or structure on which something moves along |
| 2823 |
The storm's track was similar to several others this year. track the direction in which something moves |
| 2824 |
the fast track to wealth and prosperity track a way of achieving something |
| 2825 |
We're proceeding on a diplomatic track. track a way of achieving something |
| 2826 |
The 14 tracks vary from happy pop songs to sombre ballads. track a song or piece of music that is recorded on a CD, tape, or record |
| 2827 |
We need a system to keep track of all our expenses. track keep track to have all the information that you need about something |
| 2828 |
It's getting late – I think we'd better make tracks. track make tracks to leave a place |
| 2829 |
The project seems to have gone a little off track. track off track unlikely to be successful or correct |
| 2830 |
The figures show we are on the right track. track on the right wrong track doing or thinking the right wrong things |
| 2831 |
Vanessa got back on track and won the match. track on track doing or saying things that are likely to be successful or correct |
| 2832 |
We're right on track to create two million new jobs. track on track to do something doing or saying things that are likely to be successful or correct |
| 2833 |
I stopped dead in my tracks when I saw who she had with her. track stop (dead) in your tracks to suddenly stop, for example because you are surprised |
| 2834 |
I tracked him as far as the factory. track to follow or find someone or something by looking for evidence that shows where they have gone |
| 2835 |
There is a small depression tracking across the Irish Sea. track if weather tracks in a particular direction, it moves in that direction |
| 2836 |
Will my car be safe if I park it in the street? safe protected from being hurt, damaged, lost, stolen etc |
| 2837 |
It's difficult to make airports safe from terrorist attacks. safe safe from protected from being hurt, damaged, lost, stolen etc |
| 2838 |
Make sure to keep your credit card safe. safe keep something safe protected from being hurt, damaged, lost, stolen etc |
| 2839 |
We live in a very safe neighbourhood. safe used about places and situations where you are protected from danger |
| 2840 |
a safe environment for children safe used about places and situations where you are protected from danger |
| 2841 |
We admired the bear and her cub from a safe distance. safe a safe distance used about places and situations where you are protected from danger |
| 2842 |
Travelling by plane is much safer than driving your own car. safe not likely to cause damage, injury, or harm |
| 2843 |
The area behind the fence is not considered to be safe. safe not likely to cause damage, injury, or harm |
| 2844 |
Is the ride safe enough for a 5-year-old? safe not likely to cause damage, injury, or harm |
| 2845 |
Rescuers found the children safe but scared inside the house. safe not damaged, hurt, or lost |
| 2846 |
Everyone arrived safe and sound. safe safe and sound (=not damaged or harmed at all) not damaged, hurt, or lost |
| 2847 |
They are demanding the release and safe return of the hostages. safe safe return arrival not damaged, hurt, or lost |
| 2848 |
Government bonds are a very safe investment. safe something that is safe does not involve a lot of risk |
| 2849 |
Don't mention the election to him; it's not a safe subject. safe not likely to upset people or to cause disagreement |
| 2850 |
The company's future is in safe hands with Walsh in charge. safe in safe hands protected from harm or danger by a particular person or organization |
| 2851 |
I think it's safe to say that the crisis period is over. safe it's safe to say used for saying that something is likely to be correct |
| 2852 |
Just to be on the safe side, take an umbrella. safe on the safe side in a situation that involves very little risk because you have behaved very carefully |
| 2853 |
Joe's always been interested in politics. interested interested in wanting to know about or take part in something |
| 2854 |
I'd be interested to hear what you think. interested be interested to hear know learn see etc wanting to know about or take part in something |
| 2855 |
He wasn't remotely interested in romance. interested not remotely interested in something (=not at all interested) wanting to know about or take part in something |
| 2856 |
We're going to the cinema. Are you interested (=would you like to come too)? interested willing or keen to do something |
| 2857 |
Is anyone interested in a quick walk before lunch? interested interested in willing or keen to do something |
| 2858 |
If you are interested in helping, just turn up on Saturday. interested interested in doing something willing or keen to do something |
| 2859 |
The investigation was reopened after careful assessment of new evidence. assessment the process of making a judgment or forming an opinion, after considering something or someone carefully |
| 2860 |
the assessment of property taxes assessment calculation of the cost or value of something, or the amount of the cost or value |
| 2861 |
a steep mountain path path a way from one place to another that people can walk along |
| 2862 |
A short path through the woods leads to the village. path path through a way from one place to another that people can walk along |
| 2863 |
Amy walked up the path to the house. path up down along a path a way from one place to another that people can walk along |
| 2864 |
The crowd edged back to make a path for her. path a way from one place to another passing through a lot of people or around a lot of objects |
| 2865 |
When he tried to step forward his path was blocked by two guards. path a way from one place to another passing through a lot of people or around a lot of objects |
| 2866 |
Police tried to clear a path through the rush hour traffic. path path through a way from one place to another passing through a lot of people or around a lot of objects |
| 2867 |
She ran into the path of an oncoming car. path the direction that someone or something is moving in |
| 2868 |
The company is on the path to prosperity. path path to the way that someone takes to achieve something |
| 2869 |
He decided to embark on a new career path. path career path the way that someone takes to achieve something |
| 2870 |
Our lives subsequently followed separate paths. path the way that someone's life develops |
| 2871 |
a return to his old path of theft and violence path path of the way that someone's life develops |
| 2872 |
This job is merely a way to pay my bills. merely used for emphasizing that something is small or unimportant |
| 2873 |
I'm not angry, I'm merely trying to say that you could have done it differently. merely used for emphasizing that something is not as bad, severe, or important as someone thinks it is |
| 2874 |
36 plus 5 is 41. plus used for showing that one number or amount is added to another. This word is usually represented in mathematics by + |
| 2875 |
You have to pay back 100 a month plus interest. plus used for showing that one number or amount is added to another. This word is usually represented in mathematics by + |
| 2876 |
Participants will receive a weekly wage of 126 plus travel expenses. plus used for showing that one number or amount is added to another. This word is usually represented in mathematics by + |
| 2877 |
He came along with his five children, plus their partners, and his grandchildren. plus used when mentioning an additional thing or fact |
| 2878 |
The four men plus a forty-year-old woman have been arrested. plus used when mentioning an additional thing or fact |
| 2879 |
The economy is currently strong in southeast England, plus we have low interest rates. plus used when mentioning an additional thing or fact |
| 2880 |
The weather improved a little and temperatures rose to plus 5 degrees. plus used before a number for giving temperatures above zero |
| 2881 |
One of the hotels has its own heated pool – a major plus point! plus plus point factor used for describing an advantage or positive quality that something has |
| 2882 |
Keane's amazing athletic skill will be a huge plus factor for the team in tomorrow's game. plus used for describing an advantage or positive quality that something has |
| 2883 |
Ray Charles' 40-year plus career began in 1954. plus used after you mention a number or quantity to show that the actual number or quantity may be larger |
| 2884 |
The album went straight to number one by selling 600,000-plus copies in its first week. plus used after you mention a number or quantity to show that the actual number or quantity may be larger |
| 2885 |
The auctioneers can expect offers in the region of 300,000 plus. plus used after you mention a number or quantity to show that the actual number or quantity may be larger |
| 2886 |
I got a B plus for my history essay. plus A plus B plus C plus D plus a mark given by a teacher for a student's work that is higher than a mark A, B, C, and D. These marks are usually written A+, B+ etc |
| 2887 |
For this job, experience in telecommunications is a plus. plus an advantage |
| 2888 |
They'll weigh the pluses and minuses and decide whether the product is right for them. plus pluses and minuses (=good and bad points) an advantage |
| 2889 |
They live in one of the most exclusive districts of Paris. district an area of a town or country |
| 2890 |
the new financial district district an area of a town or country |
| 2891 |
Schools in the district continue to perform badly. district one of the areas into which a town or country is divided for official purposes |
| 2892 |
a district judge district one of the areas into which a town or country is divided for official purposes |
| 2893 |
We hold regular monthly meetings. regular arranged so that there is the same amount of time between events or the same amount of space between objects |
| 2894 |
They come here on a regular basis. regular on a regular basis arranged so that there is the same amount of time between events or the same amount of space between objects |
| 2895 |
The flowers were placed at regular intervals of about four inches. regular at regular intervals arranged so that there is the same amount of time between events or the same amount of space between objects |
| 2896 |
I keep in regular contact with my sisters. regular be keep in regular contact (with someone) arranged so that there is the same amount of time between events or the same amount of space between objects |
| 2897 |
He was very handsome, with strong regular features. regular arranged to form an even shape |
| 2898 |
Jason was a regular customer in the shop. regular used for describing people who go somewhere or do something frequently |
| 2899 |
Regular exercise is essential for good health. regular used for describing things that people frequently do or things that frequently happen |
| 2900 |
I can assure you that cheating is not a regular occurrence at this school. regular used for describing things that people frequently do or things that frequently happen |
| 2901 |
The price of regular unleaded petrol is set to rise. regular used for describing things that are ordinary or of average size |
| 2902 |
a cheeseburger and regular fries regular used for describing things that are ordinary or of average size |
| 2903 |
Tim seems like a regular guy. regular used for describing someone who is ordinary and pleasant |
| 2904 |
regular verbs regular following the normal patterns of grammar |
| 2905 |
regular soldiers troops regular belonging to a professional army, or consisting of professional soldiers |
| 2906 |
a pub frequented by loyal regulars regular a customer who often goes to the same bar, restaurant, or shop |
| 2907 |
My mother's initial reaction was quite unexpected. reaction the way that you feel or behave as a result of something that happens |
| 2908 |
The reaction of any individual trauma victim is difficult to predict. reaction a sudden feeling of being tired, upset etc, for example after an unpleasant or exciting experience |
| 2909 |
Shock is a natural reaction to such bad news. reaction reaction to a sudden feeling of being tired, upset etc, for example after an unpleasant or exciting experience |
| 2910 |
Some people's skin has an allergic reaction to certain types of fabric. reaction reaction to a bad effect on your body caused by food, medicine, or another substance |
| 2911 |
He suffered a violent reaction to the medicine. reaction have suffer a reaction a bad effect on your body caused by food, medicine, or another substance |
| 2912 |
A tragedy was only prevented by the driver's quick reactions. reaction your ability to think and act quickly in a difficult or dangerous situation |
| 2913 |
Temperature can affect the rate of a chemical reaction. reaction a process in which a chemical change happens |
| 2914 |
We are studying reactions between a number of metals and acids. reaction reaction between a process in which a chemical change happens |
| 2915 |
a nuclear reaction reaction a physical force that is caused by an opposite physical force, usually producing a form of energy |
| 2916 |
Newton teaches that action and reaction are equal and opposite. reaction a physical force that is caused by an opposite physical force, usually producing a form of energy |
| 2917 |
The reaction against traditional styles continued for another 50 years. reaction reaction against an attitude of wanting to do things in a different way from the way that they were done in the past |
| 2918 |
the forces of reaction reaction strong opposition to any social or political change |
| 2919 |
Her paper discusses the likely impact of global warming on climate change. impact an effect, or an influence |
| 2920 |
Tougher environmental laws could have negative impacts on economic growth. impact an effect, or an influence |
| 2921 |
Internet shopping has begun to have a serious impact on traditional bookshops. impact impact on an effect, or an influence |
| 2922 |
She's an excellent athlete who is already making a real impact in world competition. impact make an impact an effect, or an influence |
| 2923 |
the point of impact impact an occasion when one object hits another |
| 2924 |
The missile exploded on impact. impact on impact an occasion when one object hits another |
| 2925 |
I was thrown to the ground by the impact. impact the force with which one objects hits another |
| 2926 |
The failure of the transport system impacts daily on all our lives. impact impact on to have an effect or influence on someone or something |
| 2927 |
A lot of families collect newspapers for recycling. collect to get things and keep them together for a particular reason |
| 2928 |
He collects stamps. collect to get and keep objects because they are interesting or valuable |
| 2929 |
I didn't know she collected modern art. collect to get and keep objects because they are interesting or valuable |
| 2930 |
It's a good idea to collect rainwater for use in the garden. collect to get a supply of something that you will use later |
| 2931 |
The statistics are collected purely for administrative purposes. collect to get information |
| 2932 |
evidence collected by the police collect to get information |
| 2933 |
What time do you collect the kids from school? collect to go and get a person or thing |
| 2934 |
When can I come and collect the keys? collect to go and get a person or thing |
| 2935 |
The rubbish is collected every Tuesday. collect to go and get a person or thing |
| 2936 |
Someone came to collect the rent. collect to get money from someone for a particular purpose |
| 2937 |
They give up their spare time to collect for various charities. collect to collect money from different people, for example in order to buy a present or to help people who are suffering |
| 2938 |
He's old enough to collect his pension. collect to receive money officially, for example from the government or an insurance company |
| 2939 |
The victim collected 10,000 in compensation. collect to receive money officially, for example from the government or an insurance company |
| 2940 |
She ran well, but failed to collect a medal. collect to win or earn money or a prize |
| 2941 |
With flat roofs, you often find that rain collects in the corners. collect if a substance collects somewhere, it gradually goes there |
| 2942 |
There has been intense debate over political union. debate debate about on over a discussion in which people or groups state different opinions about a subject |
| 2943 |
The proposals provoked a fierce debate. debate (a) lively heated fierce intense debate a discussion in which people or groups state different opinions about a subject |
| 2944 |
Her books have been the subject of much debate. debate be the subject of much some debate a discussion in which people or groups state different opinions about a subject |
| 2945 |
an emergency debate on the future of the peace talks debate debate about on something a formal discussion that ends with a decision made by voting |
| 2946 |
What really happened that day is a matter of debate. debate a matter for of debate something that people have different opinions about and argue about |
| 2947 |
It's open to debate whether anything can be done about this. debate open to debate if something is open to debate, it is not certain or not yet decided because people have different opinions about it |
| 2948 |
Parliament is still debating the bill. debate if people debate a subject, they discuss it formally before making a decision, usually by voting |
| 2949 |
This is one of the most hotly debated issues today. debate hotly debated (=with very strong opposing opinions) if people debate a subject, they discuss it formally before making a decision, usually by voting |
| 2950 |
The two sides debated whether to raise taxes. debate debate whether if people debate a subject, they discuss it formally before making a decision, usually by voting |
| 2951 |
I debated whether or not to call her parents. debate to consider an action or situation carefully before you decide what to do |
| 2952 |
He stopped and debated what to do next. debate debate what to consider an action or situation carefully before you decide what to do |
| 2953 |
I was debating with myself whether I should stay or go. debate debate with yourself to consider an action or situation carefully before you decide what to do |
| 2954 |
She debated leaving without saying anything but decided against it. debate debate doing something to consider an action or situation carefully before you decide what to do |
| 2955 |
a debating team debate |
| 2956 |
Heat the oil in a large pan and fry the onion and garlic for 5 minutes. fry to cook food in hot oil or fat |
| 2957 |
the smell of chicken frying in the kitchen fry to be cooked in hot oil or fat |
| 2958 |
Wear a hat or you'll fry. fry to get too hot, for example because the sun is very strong |
| 2959 |
Lay the baby on her back. lay lay someone something on something to put someone or something down in a careful way, especially so that they are lying flat |
| 2960 |
He laid his coat across the arm of the chair. lay lay someone something across something to put someone or something down in a careful way, especially so that they are lying flat |
| 2961 |
We lay flowers on her grave once a week. lay to put someone or something down in a careful way, especially so that they are lying flat |
| 2962 |
Carmen laid her head against my shoulder and fell asleep. lay to put someone or something down in a careful way, especially so that they are lying flat |
| 2963 |
The man's coming to lay the hall carpet tomorrow. lay to put something such as pipes, wires, or a carpet into the correct position in the ground or on the floor, so that they are ready to be used |
| 2964 |
A hundred miles of new railway track have been laid. lay to put something such as pipes, wires, or a carpet into the correct position in the ground or on the floor, so that they are ready to be used |
| 2965 |
Will you lay the table while I get breakfast? lay if you lay the table or lay a place at a table, you prepare a table for a meal by putting forks, knives, spoons, dishes etc on it. The usual American word is set |
| 2966 |
Don't bother laying a place for me – I'm going out to dinner. lay lay a place (for someone) if you lay the table or lay a place at a table, you prepare a table for a meal by putting forks, knives, spoons, dishes etc on it. The usual American word is set |
| 2967 |
The project is intended to lay the groundwork for future research. lay lay the groundwork foundations to carefully plan and prepare something that will be needed in the future to achieve an aim |
| 2968 |
The gunman realized the police had laid a trap and quickly surrendered. lay lay a trap (for someone something) (=prepare for catching someone or something) to carefully plan and prepare something that will be needed in the future to achieve an aim |
| 2969 |
Congressman Bain lays the cover-up at the door of the armed forces. lay lay something at someone's door to say that someone is responsible for something bad that has happened |
| 2970 |
All the facts of the investigation are finally being laid bare. lay lay something bare to make something known that has been hidden or secret |
| 2971 |
Don't try to lay the blame for this on me. lay lay the blame responsibility (for something) on to say that someone or something deserves to be considered responsible for something that has happened |
| 2972 |
I'd lay money on New Zealand to win the race. lay I'd lay money odds a bet on something used for saying that you are very confident that something will happen |
| 2973 |
I'll lay odds she doesn't come. lay lay money odds (that) used for saying that you are very confident that something will happen |
| 2974 |
Criminal charges will be laid tomorrow. lay lay charges to officially accuse someone of a crime. A more common phrase is bring charges |
| 2975 |
No charges were ever laid against her. lay lay charges against to officially accuse someone of a crime. A more common phrase is bring charges |
| 2976 |
Both countries lay claim to the territory. lay lay claim to something to state that something belongs to you |
| 2977 |
a society that lays emphasis on youth lay lay emphasis stress on something to emphasize the importance of something |
| 2978 |
Special stress was laid on the need to coordinate policies towards Eastern Europe. lay lay emphasis stress on something to emphasize the importance of something |
| 2979 |
He was laid low for two weeks with a virus. lay lay someone low to make someone ill or weak and unable to do the things that they usually do |
| 2980 |
Sheila knew that any sign of weakness would lay her open to further attack. lay lay someone open to something to provide a good reason for criticizing, blaming, or attacking someone |
| 2981 |
He swears he never laid a finger on the child. lay not lay a finger on someone to not hit or harm someone in any way |
| 2982 |
a lay preacher lay belonging to a Christian church but not officially employed by it as a priest, minister etc |
| 2983 |
be a great good easy lay lay someone considered as a particular type of sexual partner |
| 2984 |
The beauty of the bay was marred by tall concrete hotels. mar to spoil something |
| 2985 |
This theory goes against the beliefs of most current political thinkers. belief a strong feeling that something is true or real |
| 2986 |
a belief in the existence of UFOs belief belief in a strong feeling that something is true or real |
| 2987 |
the mistaken belief that cocaine is not an addictive drug belief belief that a strong feeling that something is true or real |
| 2988 |
There is widespread belief that an agreement has been made. belief popular widely held widespread belief a strong feeling that something is true or real |
| 2989 |
It is my firm belief that the government should act now. belief firm strong belief a strong feeling that something is true or real |
| 2990 |
There is a growing belief that she will resign. belief growing belief a strong feeling that something is true or real |
| 2991 |
a belief in social justice belief belief in a strong feeling that something is right or good |
| 2992 |
the belief that women should be treated equally belief belief that a strong feeling that something is right or good |
| 2993 |
Christian Buddhist beliefs belief an idea that you are certain is true, especially involving religion or politics |
| 2994 |
our traditional beliefs about the origins of life belief belief about concerning an idea that you are certain is true, especially involving religion or politics |
| 2995 |
Everyone is entitled to express their own personal beliefs. belief express belief an idea that you are certain is true, especially involving religion or politics |
| 2996 |
The conditions they are living in are beyond belief. belief used for emphasizing how bad something is |
| 2997 |
His greediness is beyond belief. belief extremely surprising or unreasonable, so that you cannot believe it |
| 2998 |
She wrote to him in the belief that he would help her. belief in the belief that because you think that something is true |
| 2999 |
Her conclusion was that the situation would never improve. conclusion conclusion that something that you decide is true after thinking about it carefully and looking at all the evidence |
| 3000 |
Rachel was coming to the conclusion that Lenny was only interested in himself. conclusion come to a conclusion something that you decide is true after thinking about it carefully and looking at all the evidence |
| 3001 |
Hubble reached the conclusion that the universe was expanding. conclusion reach draw a conclusion something that you decide is true after thinking about it carefully and looking at all the evidence |
| 3002 |
The situation becomes more complicated if his argument is taken to its logical conclusion. conclusion logical conclusion something that you decide is true after thinking about it carefully and looking at all the evidence |
| 3003 |
The team has enjoyed a highly successful conclusion to the season. conclusion conclusion to the end of something |
| 3004 |
The sooner the war is brought to a satisfactory conclusion the better. conclusion bring something to a conclusion the end of something |
| 3005 |
The successful conclusion of the deal was announced at a press conference. conclusion the process of deciding or agreeing something |
| 3006 |
It soon became clear that a victory for Federer was not a foregone conclusion. conclusion a foregone conclusion something that seems certain to happen |
| 3007 |
In conclusion, I would like to thank everyone who helped to make this event possible. conclusion in conclusion used in writing or formal speech for showing that the next thing you say will be the last thing you say |
| 3008 |
He saw the two of them together and jumped to the wrong conclusion. conclusion jump leap to conclusions to make a decision about something too quickly without knowing all the facts |
| 3009 |
The room forms an L-shape. shape the outer form of something |
| 3010 |
Trace the shape onto the card and cut it out. shape the outer form of something |
| 3011 |
There were balloons of all shapes and sizes in the sky. shape all shapes and sizes the outer form of something |
| 3012 |
a flowerbed in the shape of a cross shape in the shape of the outer form of something |
| 3013 |
Her curls lost their shape and became frizzy. shape the usual or original outer form of something |
| 3014 |
The front wheel of my bike is bent out of shape. shape the usual or original outer form of something |
| 3015 |
Ghostly shapes loomed out of the fog. shape something that you cannot see well because it is far away or there is not enough light |
| 3016 |
The economy is in bad shape. shape the condition of something, especially in relation to its ability to be effective or successful |
| 3017 |
He's in a lot better shape since he's changed his diet. shape how healthy or fit someone is |
| 3018 |
It's part of a plan to change the shape of local government. shape the features or qualities of something |
| 3019 |
Marie tried to find the right words to give shape to her ideas. shape the correct order, arrangement, or structure of something |
| 3020 |
This is not a criticism in any way, shape, or form. shape in any shape or form in any way at all |
| 3021 |
Loans come in many shapes and forms. shape in many (different) shapes and forms in many ways or types |
| 3022 |
I can't believe how out of shape I am. shape in out of shape in good bad physical condition |
| 3023 |
I really want to get in shape before summer. shape get in shape in good bad physical condition |
| 3024 |
Help was at hand in the shape of a government grant. shape in the shape of consisting of |
| 3025 |
I'm going to whip this department into shape. shape lick knock whip someone something into shape to improve the condition or performance of someone or something |
| 3026 |
New urban designs: is this the shape of things to come? shape the shape of things to come the type of situation that you can expect in the future |
| 3027 |
The idea began to take shape about two years ago. shape take shape to develop into something that can be recognized |
| 3028 |
His generation firmly believed they could shape the future. shape to influence the way that a person, idea, or situation develops |
| 3029 |
Research findings are often used to shape Government policy. shape to influence the way that a person, idea, or situation develops |
| 3030 |
We have all been shaped by our past experiences. shape to influence the way that a person, idea, or situation develops |
| 3031 |
The blacksmith shapes farm tools on his anvil. shape to form something into a particular shape |
| 3032 |
Shape the mixture into cubes. shape shape something into something to form something into a particular shape |
| 3033 |
The Council will vote on the proposal next Friday. vote vote on to formally express an opinion by choosing between two or more issues, people etc |
| 3034 |
68 per cent of the union voted against striking. vote vote for in favour of against to formally express an opinion by choosing between two or more issues, people etc |
| 3035 |
I'm going to vote for Jackson. vote to formally express an opinion by choosing between two or more issues, people etc |
| 3036 |
The committee voted unanimously to ban alcohol from the concert. vote vote to do something to formally express an opinion by choosing between two or more issues, people etc |
| 3037 |
The smaller parties will be voting with the government. vote vote with someone (=in the same way as someone) to formally express an opinion by choosing between two or more issues, people etc |
| 3038 |
I voted Labour at the last election. vote vote Conservative Labour etc to formally express an opinion by choosing between two or more issues, people etc |
| 3039 |
I've already voted. vote to show your choice of a person or an issue in an election |
| 3040 |
In Britain, you can register to vote when you are 18. vote register to vote (=sign a piece of paper so that you can vote) to show your choice of a person or an issue in an election |
| 3041 |
She was voted 'Actress of the Year' by other Hollywood stars. vote vote someone (as) something to choose something or someone to win a prize or an honour |
| 3042 |
I vote that we go swimming. vote vote (that) to suggest what you would like to do in a particular situation |
| 3043 |
I vote for eating before we watch the video. vote vote for to suggest what you would like to do in a particular situation |
| 3044 |
Cinemagoers started voting with their feet. vote vote with your feet wallet to express an opinion through your actions, for example by not going to a place or by deciding not to spend money |
| 3045 |
My vote will go to the candidate who promises tax reform. vote the formal expression of a choice between two or more issues, people etc |
| 3046 |
He got an overwhelming majority of the votes. vote the formal expression of a choice between two or more issues, people etc |
| 3047 |
There were only 62 votes for the proposal, compared with 740 against. vote vote for in favour of against the formal expression of a choice between two or more issues, people etc |
| 3048 |
In Britain many people cast their votes at local schools. vote cast a vote (=mark a piece of paper to show who you are voting for) the formal expression of a choice between two or more issues, people etc |
| 3049 |
This policy will cost her thousands of votes. vote something costs someone votes (=makes them lose votes) the formal expression of a choice between two or more issues, people etc |
| 3050 |
The result of the vote will be announced tomorrow. vote an occasion when people formally choose between two or more issues, people etc in an election |
| 3051 |
Let's have a vote on where to go for our holidays. vote have take a vote (on something) an occasion when people formally choose between two or more issues, people etc in an election |
| 3052 |
Our boss decided to put the issue to the vote. vote put something to the vote (=give people the chance to vote on something) an occasion when people formally choose between two or more issues, people etc in an election |
| 3053 |
The Labour Party's share of the vote increased. vote the total number of votes made in an election |
| 3054 |
The Tories won 53 per cent of the popular vote. vote get win secure poll a percent of the vote the total number of votes made in an election |
| 3055 |
The new environmental party split the liberal vote. vote split the vote (=cause people to vote for different things) the total number of votes made in an election |
| 3056 |
Women fought hard to get the vote. vote the vote the right to vote in an election |
| 3057 |
Anyone prepared to stand up to the bosses gets my vote. vote someone gets your vote if someone gets your vote, you support what they say or do |
| 3058 |
This is an obvious attempt to get the female vote. vote the Jewish working-class etc vote a particular group of people, considered according to the way that they tend to vote in an election |
| 3059 |
Many people feel that their interests are not represented by mainstream politics. politics the ideas and activities involved in getting power in a country or over a particular area of the world |
| 3060 |
Let's not talk about politics now. politics the ideas and activities involved in getting power in a country or over a particular area of the world |
| 3061 |
She's heavily involved in local politics. politics the ideas and activities involved in getting power in a country or over a particular area of the world |
| 3062 |
He entered politics at the age of 21. politics go into enter politics the profession of being a politician |
| 3063 |
Now that I'm self-employed, I don't have to worry about office politics. politics the ideas and activities used by people within a particular group to try to get power |
| 3064 |
Her politics became more conservative as she grew older. politics your politics are your beliefs and attitudes about how government should work |
| 3065 |
a degree in politics politics the study of how people gain and use political power |
| 3066 |
The party is trying to exploit the politics of class envy. politics politics of the use by someone of particular ideas to try to get what they want |
| 3067 |
She accused the Prime Minister of playing politics with people's jobs. politics play politics to use politics for your own reasons, without caring about the effects on other people |
| 3068 |
'I know,' Corbett replied quietly. reply to say, write, or do something as an answer |
| 3069 |
They got up and walked out before I had a chance to reply. reply to say, write, or do something as an answer |
| 3070 |
I asked him how he was, and he replied with a shrug. reply reply with to say, write, or do something as an answer |
| 3071 |
It took them a week to reply to my letter. reply reply to to say, write, or do something as an answer |
| 3072 |
When asked where he was going, he replied that it was none of their business. reply reply (that) to say, write, or do something as an answer |
| 3073 |
The terrorists replied promptly and savagely by bombing the city centre. reply to do something as a reaction to what someone else has done |
| 3074 |
I called him at home, but there was no reply. reply something that you say or write as an answer |
| 3075 |
Wexford's reply was a snort of disbelief. reply something that you say or write as an answer |
| 3076 |
We received a reply from the minister herself. reply reply from something that you say or write as an answer |
| 3077 |
I still haven't had a reply to my email. reply reply to something that you say or write as an answer |
| 3078 |
I am writing in reply to your letter of 7 August. reply in reply to something something that you say or write as an answer |
| 3079 |
Sarah smiled, but made no reply. reply make no reply something that you say or write as an answer |
| 3080 |
The government's reply was to pass even stricter legislation. reply something that you do as a reaction to what someone else has done |
| 3081 |
India scored 387 runs in reply to the West Indies' first innings score of 443. reply in reply (to something) something that you do as a reaction to what someone else has done |
| 3082 |
The insurance company may want to check your medical files. file a set of papers, documents, or records that you keep because they contain information |
| 3083 |
The company keeps personal files on all its employees. file keep hold a file on something someone a set of papers, documents, or records that you keep because they contain information |
| 3084 |
The police file on this particular case has now been closed. file file on a set of papers, documents, or records that you keep because they contain information |
| 3085 |
We have all your details on file. file on file (=kept in a file) a set of papers, documents, or records that you keep because they contain information |
| 3086 |
First, you have to create a new file. file a set of information on a computer |
| 3087 |
I've forgotten the name of the file. file a set of information on a computer |
| 3088 |
The soldiers filed past the podium. file if people file somewhere, they walk there in a line |
| 3089 |
Students filed into the lecture hall. file file into across etc if people file somewhere, they walk there in a line |
| 3090 |
Please file the invoices in chronological order. file to put a document into a container with other documents |
| 3091 |
Letters of complaint are filed under 'problems'. file file something under something to put a document into a container with other documents |
| 3092 |
She sat quietly filing her nails. file to rub something with a metal tool in order to make it smooth or to cut it |
| 3093 |
They had somehow managed to file through the metal bars. file file through something to rub something with a metal tool in order to make it smooth or to cut it |
| 3094 |
The family has filed a lawsuit against the company. file to take official action, for example to make an official complaint |
| 3095 |
a western accent western in or from the west of a country or place |
| 3096 |
the western United States western in or from the west of a country or place |
| 3097 |
western commercialism attitudes ideals western in or from the western part of the world, especially Europe and North America |
| 3098 |
the planet Earth earth the planet on which we live |
| 3099 |
The Moon goes round the Earth. earth the Earth the planet on which we live |
| 3100 |
the Earth's surface earth the planet on which we live |
| 3101 |
They studied life on Earth in all its forms. earth on Earth the planet on which we live |
| 3102 |
They felt the earth shaking beneath their feet. earth the land on which we live |
| 3103 |
a pile of damp earth earth the substance in which plants grow that covers most of the land |
| 3104 |
The floor was bare earth. earth the substance in which plants grow that covers most of the land |
| 3105 |
Losing the match brought them back down to earth with a bump. earth bring someone back down to earth (with a bump) to make someone suddenly remember the real situation or things that they have to do, after they have been so happy or excited that they forgot |
| 3106 |
The Great Wall is the largest man-made structure on earth. earth used for emphasizing that someone or something is the best, worst, biggest etc in the world |
| 3107 |
Nothing on earth could get me to speak to her. earth used for adding emphasis to negative statements |
| 3108 |
There is no reason on earth why we shouldn't just leave. earth used for adding emphasis to negative statements |
| 3109 |
What on earth do you mean? earth used for adding emphasis to questions |
| 3110 |
Why on earth would I want to work for you? earth used for adding emphasis to questions |
| 3111 |
The sound effects are like nothing on earth. earth very good or very bad |
| 3112 |
I felt like nothing on earth next day. earth very good or very bad |
| 3113 |
These magnificent animals had vanished from the face of the earth. earth on from the face of the earth on from the whole of the earth |
| 3114 |
Make sure the machine is earthed properly. earth to connect a piece of electrical equipment to the ground so that it is safe |
| 3115 |
Just eight passengers survived the plane crash. survive to stay alive despite an injury, illness, war etc |
| 3116 |
His doctor says it's a miracle that he survived. survive to stay alive despite an injury, illness, war etc |
| 3117 |
Of all the museum's paintings, only one survived the fire. survive to continue to exist, especially in a difficult or dangerous situation |
| 3118 |
The organization cannot survive unless we make some major changes. survive to continue to exist, especially in a difficult or dangerous situation |
| 3119 |
I don't know how I ever survived school. survive to manage to deal with something difficult or unpleasant |
| 3120 |
Don't worry about Molly – she'll survive. survive to manage to deal with something difficult or unpleasant |
| 3121 |
Santos is survived by his wife of 49 years. survive be survived by someone if you are survived by someone, they are still alive after you have died |
| 3122 |
Many of the peasants survive on tiny plots of corn and beans. survive survive on something to manage to live with only a small amount of money, food, water etc |
| 3123 |
How does the family survive on such a small monthly wage? survive survive on something to manage to live with only a small amount of money, food, water etc |
| 3124 |
He grew up on an estate. estate an area where there are many houses, usually built at the same time by the same company. Many estates are owned by local government and have cheap houses for poorer families. The American word is development |
| 3125 |
She has a team of six people who manage the estate. estate a very large area of land that belongs to one person, usually with a very big house on it |
| 3126 |
the holy estate of matrimony estate an old word meaning the situation or state that someone is in |
| 3127 |
The only way to get there was by boat. boat by boat a small vehicle that people use for travelling on water. Boats are usually smaller than ships, and are moved by means of sails, oars, or motors |
| 3128 |
a pleasure boat boat a ship, especially one that carries passengers |
| 3129 |
a boat trip on the river boat a ship, especially one that carries passengers |
| 3130 |
We're all in the same boat, so let's not criticize each other. boat in the same boat in the same difficult or unpleasant situation |
| 3131 |
They really pushed the boat out for her twenty-first birthday. boat push the boat out to spend a lot of money on something, especially a celebration |
| 3132 |
He's currently in prison for tax fraud. prison in prison an institution where people are kept as punishment for committing a crime. The people who stay in prison are called prisoners |
| 3133 |
You can go to prison for that, you know. prison go to prison an institution where people are kept as punishment for committing a crime. The people who stay in prison are called prisoners |
| 3134 |
He was sent to prison for armed robbery. prison send someone to prison an institution where people are kept as punishment for committing a crime. The people who stay in prison are called prisoners |
| 3135 |
Has prison changed him? prison the experience of being in prison |
| 3136 |
She could face a ten-year prison term. prison a prison term sentence (=the period of time someone must stay in prison) involving prison, or relating to prison |
| 3137 |
The new factory will create an additional 400 jobs. additional extra, and often more than expected |
| 3138 |
This is the total price of your holiday – with no additional charges. additional extra, and often more than expected |
| 3139 |
We are going to settle our differences, once and for all. settle to end an argument by making an agreement |
| 3140 |
Neither side shows any intention of settling at this stage. settle to end an argument by making an agreement |
| 3141 |
The case was settled out of court for an undisclosed amount. settle settle something out of court (=without asking a court to decide) to end a legal disagreement by the decision of a court or by making an agreement |
| 3142 |
He has 30 days to settle his bill. settle to pay all the money that you owe to a particular person or company |
| 3143 |
The insurance company is refusing to settle the claim. settle to pay all the money that you owe to a particular person or company |
| 3144 |
It was settled that they would leave before dark. settle it is settled that to decide something definitely |
| 3145 |
It took a while for the silt and mud to settle. settle if something such as dust, sand, or snow settles, it falls downwards through the air or water until it reaches the ground or the bottom of something |
| 3146 |
Flakes of snow settled on the windscreen. settle settle on if something such as dust, sand, or snow settles, it falls downwards through the air or water until it reaches the ground or the bottom of something |
| 3147 |
Her relatives had come to America and settled in Boston. settle settle in to go and live permanently in a particular place |
| 3148 |
When was this city first settled? settle to go to live in a place that does not have many people, and start to make it into a community |
| 3149 |
She settled the little boy on the next stool to her. settle settle someone into in on something to make yourself or someone else comfortable and relaxed in a particular place or position |
| 3150 |
I settled back into a comfortable chair and waited. settle settle back to make yourself or someone else comfortable and relaxed in a particular place or position |
| 3151 |
Let your stomach settle before having anything to eat. settle if your nerves or stomach settle or are settled, they become calm again after you have felt upset, nervous, or excited |
| 3152 |
You need a lawyer to help you settle your affairs. settle to deal with all the details of something so that no more needs to be done to it |
| 3153 |
She settled her pack on her back, and set off. settle to put something carefully in a place |
| 3154 |
Fear settled over her heart. settle settle over on in to begin to have an effect on someone or something |
| 3155 |
a feeling of nausea settling in his stomach settle to begin to have an effect on someone or something |
| 3156 |
A large fly settled on the bread. settle settle on to stop flying and land in a particular place |
| 3157 |
Her eyes settled on the man in the corner. settle settle on if your eyes settle on someone or something, you begin to look at them |
| 3158 |
enemies who have an old score to settle settle settle an (old) score (with someone) to do something bad to someone because they did something bad to you |
| 3159 |
That settles it! I'm leaving. settle that settles it used for saying that you have made a decision because you have enough information, or because you do not want an annoying or unpleasant situation to continue |
| 3160 |
Our success is largely due to your efforts. largely mainly |
| 3161 |
The family moved from a largely rural community to the city. largely mainly |
| 3162 |
a bottle of wine wine an alcoholic drink made from grapes. Wine that is dark purple is called red wine, light yellow wine is called white wine, and pink wine is rose wine |
| 3163 |
two glasses of sweet white wine wine an alcoholic drink made from grapes. Wine that is dark purple is called red wine, light yellow wine is called white wine, and pink wine is rose wine |
| 3164 |
Spanish wines wine a type of wine |
| 3165 |
I'll have a red wine, please. wine a glass of wine |
| 3166 |
elderberry wine wine a similar alcoholic drink made from any fruit or plant |
| 3167 |
Similar trends may be observed in most modern societies. observe to notice someone doing something, or to notice something happening |
| 3168 |
James had already observed that she was not listening. observe observe that to notice someone doing something, or to notice something happening |
| 3169 |
I observed him putting the watch into his pocket. observe observe someone something doing something to notice someone doing something, or to notice something happening |
| 3170 |
All evening Jane observed his behaviour closely. observe to watch or study someone or something with care and attention in order to discover something |
| 3171 |
We observed 120 women interacting with their babies and compared them with 120 men. observe observe someone something doing something to watch or study someone or something with care and attention in order to discover something |
| 3172 |
The proper procedures must be strictly observed. observe to accept and obey something such as a rule or an agreement |
| 3173 |
Rebel forces say they will no longer observe the peace agreement. observe to accept and obey something such as a rule or an agreement |
| 3174 |
Russians observed a day of mourning for the victims. observe to accept and perform the customs connected with a particular day, festival, or event |
| 3175 |
a nationally observed holiday observe to accept and perform the customs connected with a particular day, festival, or event |
| 3176 |
'You always arrive at the right time,' he observed drily. observe to make a written or spoken comment about someone or something |
| 3177 |
In his book he observes that the President was an able diplomat. observe observe that to make a written or spoken comment about someone or something |
| 3178 |
A minute's silence was observed in his memory. observe observe a silence to be silent for a particular time in order to show your respect for someone or something |
| 3179 |
The hospital limits the number of visitors a patient can have. limit to prevent a number, amount, or effect from increasing past a particular point |
| 3180 |
The residents' main demand is to limit the amount of heavy traffic using the street. limit to prevent a number, amount, or effect from increasing past a particular point |
| 3181 |
The regulations are designed to limit environmental damage. limit to prevent a number, amount, or effect from increasing past a particular point |
| 3182 |
The prime minister has pledged to limit classes to a maximum of 30 pupils. limit limit something to something to prevent a number, amount, or effect from increasing past a particular point |
| 3183 |
Lack of adequate testing limits the effectiveness of the research. limit to reduce or control someone's freedom to do what they want or someone's ability to be effective |
| 3184 |
Our remit limits us to recommendations concerning the law of insolvency. limit limit someone to something to reduce or control someone's freedom to do what they want or someone's ability to be effective |
| 3185 |
Most people limit themselves to a few techniques that work best for them. limit limit someone to something to reduce or control someone's freedom to do what they want or someone's ability to be effective |
| 3186 |
They were limited by the amount of money they could spend on the production. limit be limited by something to reduce or control someone's freedom to do what they want or someone's ability to be effective |
| 3187 |
NATO officials said that the air strikes were limited to military targets. limit be limited to if something is limited to a particular place or group, it happens only in that place or within that group |
| 3188 |
The right to vote was limited to heads of households and married women. limit if something is limited to a particular place or group, it happens only in that place or within that group |
| 3189 |
Obviously there is a limit to the amount we can get done in two weeks. limit limit to the greatest amount or level of something that is possible |
| 3190 |
The competition tested the limits of her ability. limit limit of the greatest amount or level of something that is possible |
| 3191 |
This area of the ocean has been fished beyond sustainable limits. limit beyond the limit the greatest amount or level of something that is possible |
| 3192 |
The children were stretching my patience to the limit. limit stretch push drive someone something to the limit the greatest amount or level of something that is possible |
| 3193 |
speed spending limits limit the largest or smallest amount, or the highest or lowest level, of something that is allowed |
| 3194 |
There has to be a fair limit to the level of migration from other countries. limit limit to the largest or smallest amount, or the highest or lowest level, of something that is allowed |
| 3195 |
Their inflation rate was above the 3% limit set by the Maastricht Treaty. limit set impose a limit the largest or smallest amount, or the highest or lowest level, of something that is allowed |
| 3196 |
This line of islands formed the outer limit of the empire. limit the outer edge of an area |
| 3197 |
No bombs landed within the city limits. limit city limits the outer edge of an area |
| 3198 |
The evacuated areas remained off limits to the public. limit if a place is off limits, you are not allowed to go there |
| 3199 |
Discussion of these topics remains off limits. limit not allowed or approved of |
| 3200 |
We'll take care of all your expenses – within limits, of course. limit within limits as long as a situation stays within what is considered reasonable |
| 3201 |
A spokesman denied that the company had acted irresponsibly. deny deny (that) to say that you did not do something that someone has accused you of doing |
| 3202 |
He still denies murdering his wife. deny deny (doing) something to say that you did not do something that someone has accused you of doing |
| 3203 |
Both men have denied the allegations. deny deny an allegation accusation claim charge to say that you did not do something that someone has accused you of doing |
| 3204 |
All three athletes vehemently deny taking the drug. deny vehemently strenuously categorically hotly deny something to say that you did not do something that someone has accused you of doing |
| 3205 |
Officials have repeatedly denied the existence of a secret report. deny deny the existence of something to say that something is not true or does not exist |
| 3206 |
He has denied rumours that he is having an affair with a government minister. deny deny a rumour to say that something is not true or does not exist |
| 3207 |
Officials continue to deny that drug use is widespread in the sport. deny deny (that) to say that something is not true or does not exist |
| 3208 |
Denying his friend was the only way to survive. deny to say that you do not know a particular person or do not have a particular belief or opinion |
| 3209 |
Neither man was prepared to deny his religion. deny to say that you do not know a particular person or do not have a particular belief or opinion |
| 3210 |
I had been denying this anger for years. deny to refuse to admit to yourself or other people that you have a particular feeling, illness, or problem |
| 3211 |
Doctors were accused of denying treatment to older patients. deny deny something to someone to not allow someone to have something |
| 3212 |
He had been denied the right to speak to his lawyer. deny be denied something to not allow someone to have something |
| 3213 |
There are parents who refuse to deny their children anything. deny deny someone something to not allow someone to have something |
| 3214 |
The home team was denied victory in the dying minutes of the game. deny to stop an opponent from winning or scoring |
| 3215 |
You can lose weight without feeling you are constantly denying yourself. deny deny yourself to not allow yourself to have something that you would like to have |
| 3216 |
There's no denying her popularity. deny there's no denying used for saying that something is clearly true |
| 3217 |
There's no denying that he was a great man. deny there's no denying (that) used for saying that something is clearly true |
| 3218 |
Continue straight on for about 20 yards then turn left. straight without a bend or curve |
| 3219 |
Sue always looks you straight in the eye when she's talking to you. straight without a bend or curve |
| 3220 |
He stared straight ahead. straight without a bend or curve |
| 3221 |
The car was coming straight at me. straight without a bend or curve |
| 3222 |
It flew dead straight through the air. straight dead straight (=completely straight) without a bend or curve |
| 3223 |
We decided to go straight home. straight directly and immediately |
| 3224 |
We put the children straight to bed. straight directly and immediately |
| 3225 |
I decided I'd leave straight after breakfast. straight directly and immediately |
| 3226 |
I'll come straight to the point (=say immediately what I want to say). straight come straight to the point directly and immediately |
| 3227 |
Sit up straight. straight in an upright position and not leaning to one side or the other |
| 3228 |
I'm going to tell you straight. straight tell someone straight (out) in an honest way |
| 3229 |
We drove for five hours straight. straight happening for a particular period of time, without interruption |
| 3230 |
She was too tired to be able to think straight. straight cannot see think straight to be unable to see or think clearly |
| 3231 |
At the age of 30, he decided to go straight. straight go straight to stop committing crimes and live an honest life |
| 3232 |
I heard it straight from the horse's mouth. straight straight from the horse's mouth directly from someone who knows |
| 3233 |
She asked straight out if I was interested in the job. straight straight out said directly and immediately |
| 3234 |
The band's sound is straight out of the 60s. straight straight out of something similar in type to something |
| 3235 |
I told him straight to his face that I thought he was wrong. straight straight to someone's face if you say something straight to someone's face, you are completely honest with them even if it seems rude |
| 3236 |
Yuki's agreed to go out with me. Straight up. straight straight up used for emphasizing that what you are saying is true, or for asking whether something that someone else has said is really true |
| 3237 |
He's making an effort to get back on the straight and narrow. straight the straight and narrow the right and moral way to behave or to do something |
| 3238 |
He has once or twice strayed from the straight and narrow. straight stray from the straight and narrow the right and moral way to behave or to do something |
| 3239 |
Draw a straight line. straight something that is straight does not bend or curve |
| 3240 |
a straight road straight something that is straight does not bend or curve |
| 3241 |
a perfectly straight path straight something that is straight does not bend or curve |
| 3242 |
straight brown hair straight straight hair has no curls or waves |
| 3243 |
Rosie wore a long straight skirt and a long-sleeved jumper. straight a straight skirt, pair of trousers etc hangs down close to your body |
| 3244 |
The picture on that wall isn't straight. straight in the correct position and not leaning to one side or the other |
| 3245 |
Make sure you keep your back straight. straight in the correct position and not leaning to one side or the other |
| 3246 |
He wouldn't give me a straight answer. straight straight answer honest and true |
| 3247 |
Williams beat Capriati in straight sets. straight happening one after the other, without interruption |
| 3248 |
their sixth straight win loss straight happening one after the other, without interruption |
| 3249 |
four straight games matches straight happening one after the other, without interruption |
| 3250 |
There were five straight days of exams. straight happening one after the other, without interruption |
| 3251 |
She got straight A's this term. straight a student who has straight A's has the highest mark in every subject or course |
| 3252 |
a straight-A student straight a student who has straight A's has the highest mark in every subject or course |
| 3253 |
I'll never get the house straight before my parents get home. straight get make something straight clean and tidy |
| 3254 |
a straight whisky straight an alcoholic drink that is straight is not mixed with anything else |
| 3255 |
If I give you 10, then we're straight. straight if two people are straight, neither of them owes the other any money |
| 3256 |
The election is going to be a straight fight between Labour and the Conservatives. straight a straight choice or competition is one in which there are only two choices or only two people who have any chance of winning |
| 3257 |
Let me get this straight – you didn't know they had your car. straight get something straight to correctly understand something |
| 3258 |
Be sure you have your facts straight. straight have your facts straight if you have your facts straight, you have checked that the information that you have is correct |
| 3259 |
Thanks for setting me straight. straight set put someone straight to tell someone the true facts about a situation after they have been told something that is not true |
| 3260 |
He could never tell a joke with a straight face. straight with a straight face if someone has a straight face, they look serious even though they are saying something funny or are in a funny situation |
| 3261 |
She couldn't trust herself to keep a straight face. straight keep a straight face if someone has a straight face, they look serious even though they are saying something funny or are in a funny situation |
| 3262 |
Brady has a reputation for straight talking. straight straight talking talking in an honest and direct way |
| 3263 |
Somebody phoned while you were out. somebody someone |
| 3264 |
When things go wrong, you always say it's somebody else's fault. somebody somebody else someone |
| 3265 |
You could always ask Marie or somebody to feed the cat while you're away. somebody or somebody (=or someone similar) someone |
| 3266 |
When I got to be an officer, I really felt I was somebody. somebody be somebody to be an important person in a group or an organization |
| 3267 |
work by some of today's best writers writer someone who writes books, stories, or articles as their job |
| 3268 |
a writer of popular novels writer writer of someone who writes books, stories, or articles as their job |
| 3269 |
The writer of the best letter published will receive 50. writer writer of someone who has written something |
| 3270 |
Let's go away for the weekend. weekend Saturday and Sunday |
| 3271 |
The bus service is free at weekends. weekend Saturday and Sunday |
| 3272 |
She was talking crap, as usual. crap nonsense |
| 3273 |
I'm tired of eating the crap they serve in the canteen. crap something that is of bad quality |
| 3274 |
They're showing a load of crap on TV this Christmas. crap something that is of bad quality |
| 3275 |
You wouldn't believe the amount of crap he's got in his room. crap things that are useless, not wanted, or not important |
| 3276 |
I thought the film was crap. crap bad in quality |
| 3277 |
He's a crap driver. crap bad at doing something |
| 3278 |
'Goodbye, Mr Taylor.' 'Goodbye, John.' goodbye used when you are leaving someone or when someone is leaving you, or when you are finishing a telephone call. Bye is a more informal word and is a more common way of saying goodbye to a friend or to someone you know well |
| 3279 |
Emma left without even a goodbye. goodbye any word or phrase that you say when you leave someone or when someone leaves you |
| 3280 |
It was heartbreaking saying our goodbyes at the airport. goodbye say your goodbyes any word or phrase that you say when you leave someone or when someone leaves you |
| 3281 |
This latest defeat means they can wave goodbye to any hopes of winning the championship. goodbye say wave kiss goodbye to something to accept that you will not achieve, get, or keep something |
| 3282 |
a pile of dirty clothes clothes the things that you wear such as shirts, dresses, trousers etc |
| 3283 |
Carmen wears the most beautiful clothes. clothes the things that you wear such as shirts, dresses, trousers etc |
| 3284 |
I'm going to put on some clean clothes. clothes put on clothes the things that you wear such as shirts, dresses, trousers etc |
| 3285 |
Why don't you take those wet clothes off? clothes take off clothes the things that you wear such as shirts, dresses, trousers etc |
| 3286 |
school work sports clothes clothes clothes worn for a particular activity or event, a particular time of year, or by a particular type of person |
| 3287 |
evening clothes (=formal clothes) clothes clothes worn for a particular activity or event, a particular time of year, or by a particular type of person |
| 3288 |
maternity clothes (=clothes for pregnant women) clothes clothes worn for a particular activity or event, a particular time of year, or by a particular type of person |
| 3289 |
People are remaining active into later life. active someone who is active does a lot of different activities and has a lot of energy and interests |
| 3290 |
meditation techniques to keep the mind active and alert active someone who is active does a lot of different activities and has a lot of energy and interests |
| 3291 |
She continues to be active in politics. active active in very involved in the work of an organization or with a particular activity |
| 3292 |
He is an active member of the American Cancer Society. active active member very involved in the work of an organization or with a particular activity |
| 3293 |
We had a very active weekend. active used about a period or event that is full of busy activity |
| 3294 |
There are already active discussions going on. active taking positive action in order to make something happen, rather than just hoping that it will happen |
| 3295 |
Active steps are being taken to calm the situation. active taking positive action in order to make something happen, rather than just hoping that it will happen |
| 3296 |
We couldn't have organized the show without the active support and participation of the students' parents. active taking positive action in order to make something happen, rather than just hoping that it will happen |
| 3297 |
Pickpockets are known to be active in the area. active operating or working in a particular area or at a particular time |
| 3298 |
sexually active young women active sexually active (=having sex regularly) regularly doing a particular activity |
| 3299 |
The burglar alarm becomes active ten seconds after you set it. active an active electrical system is working |
| 3300 |
What is the active ingredient in detergents? active producing a chemical or biological reaction |
| 3301 |
Wolf spiders hunt mainly by sight. sight the ability to see using your eyes |
| 3302 |
I'm having laser treatment to improve my sight. sight the ability to see using your eyes |
| 3303 |
He has lost 75 per cent of his sight in his right eye. sight the ability to see using your eyes |
| 3304 |
people with poor sight sight the ability to see using your eyes |
| 3305 |
I can't stand the sight of blood. sight sight of the act of seeing something |
| 3306 |
It was love at first sight, and they got married two weeks later. sight at first sight (=when you first look at someone or something) the act of seeing something |
| 3307 |
I don't know him personally, but I know him by sight. sight know someone by sight (=to know someone when you see them) the act of seeing something |
| 3308 |
The captain ordered us to shoot any strangers on sight. sight on sight (=immediately after you see someone or something) the act of seeing something |
| 3309 |
The rocket disappeared from sight. sight disappear from sight any place that you can see from where you are |
| 3310 |
Her hands were hidden from sight beneath the blanket. sight hidden from sight any place that you can see from where you are |
| 3311 |
The ship sank within sight of the harbour. sight within sight of something any place that you can see from where you are |
| 3312 |
As she stood up she caught sight of her reflection in the mirror. sight catch sight of someone something (=to suddenly see them) the fact that you can see something |
| 3313 |
We enjoyed seeing the sights of San Francisco. sight see the sights interesting places that people go to see |
| 3314 |
Experience the sights and sounds of Victorian London. sight the sights and sounds interesting places that people go to see |
| 3315 |
Windmills are a common sight in this part of the country. sight a person or thing that you see that has a particular feature |
| 3316 |
a rare wonderful sight sight a person or thing that you see that has a particular feature |
| 3317 |
The shop was quite a sight after the flood. sight a person or place that is very unusual, untidy, or unpleasant to look at |
| 3318 |
The team has set its sights on the national championship. sight set fix your sights on something an intention to have or to achieve something |
| 3319 |
She clearly has her sights set on a top job. sight have your sights set on something an intention to have or to achieve something |
| 3320 |
You should lower your sights and accept less money. sight lower your sights an intention to have or to achieve something |
| 3321 |
Eric is a damn sight younger than I am! sight a damn sight greater smaller etc used for emphasizing something very strongly |
| 3322 |
The police were panicking and arresting everyone in sight. sight everything everyone in sight a lot of things or people |
| 3323 |
All men are created equal in the sight of God. sight in someone's sight in someone's opinion |
| 3324 |
There was nobody in sight. sight in any place that you can see from where you are |
| 3325 |
Political independence seemed to be in sight. sight used about something that is going to happen soon |
| 3326 |
She'll already have Lorna's job in her sights. sight used about things that you intend to have or achieve |
| 3327 |
They've got last year's champions in their sights. sight used about someone that you intend to defeat or deal with severely |
| 3328 |
They passed behind the hill and out of sight. sight in a place that you cannot see from where you are |
| 3329 |
The two leaders chatted amiably out of sight of the cameras. sight in a place that you cannot see from where you are |
| 3330 |
Don't let the kids out of your sight for a second. sight out of someone's something's sight in a place that you cannot see from where you are |
| 3331 |
Tanya walking in with a tray of cold drinks was a sight for sore eyes. sight someone or something that you are very pleased to see |
| 3332 |
We'll need a sight more help than we've got for this job! sight a sight more less a lot more less of something |
| 3333 |
Today thousands of people buy things by mail order, sight unseen. sight sight unseen if you buy or accept something sight unseen, you do not see it first |
| 3334 |
The sailors sighted three whales about a mile away. sight to see someone or something suddenly or in the distance |
| 3335 |
We sat around watching videos all night. video a film that is recorded onto videotape |
| 3336 |
'Titanic' was already available to rent on video. video a film that is recorded onto videotape |
| 3337 |
She's making a video of our wedding. video video of an event or occasion that is recorded on videotape |
| 3338 |
He's discovered a home video of her as a baby. video an event or occasion that is recorded on videotape |
| 3339 |
Video was being used more and more. video the process of making films using videotape |
| 3340 |
Can you put all the videos back on the shelf? video a cassette that you use for recording or playing television programmes |
| 3341 |
video evidence video recorded on videotape, or relating to videotape |
| 3342 |
audio and video equipment video recorded on videotape, or relating to videotape |
| 3343 |
I can't figure out how to programme the video. video a video recorder |
| 3344 |
Can you video Channel 4 at 9 o'clock? video to record a television programme |
| 3345 |
Andrew videoed us skiing down the mountains. video to record an event using a video camera |
| 3346 |
He is no longer able to differentiate between fantasy and reality. reality the real character or nature of things, not what you imagine or think is possible |
| 3347 |
a distorted sense of reality reality the real character or nature of things, not what you imagine or think is possible |
| 3348 |
What she had to do, finally, was face reality. reality face (up to) accept reality the real character or nature of things, not what you imagine or think is possible |
| 3349 |
Her version of events bore absolutely no relation to reality. reality bear no relation to reality (=be not at all like the real situation) the real character or nature of things, not what you imagine or think is possible |
| 3350 |
This is a man who has lost touch with reality. reality lose touch with reality the real character or nature of things, not what you imagine or think is possible |
| 3351 |
the grim realities of war reality reality of a fact, event, or situation as it really exists |
| 3352 |
After years of hard work, his dream has become a reality. reality become a reality a fact, event, or situation as it really exists |
| 3353 |
Our politicians are completely out of touch with the realities of the situation. reality out of touch with the reality realities of something (=not realizing what something is really like) a fact, event, or situation as it really exists |
| 3354 |
Reports put the death toll at 50, when in reality it was closer to 200. reality in reality used for saying that the true situation is different from what has been said or thought |
| 3355 |
Hundreds of students had packed into the dining hall. hall dining sports hall a large room used for meetings, concerts, or other public events |
| 3356 |
The library is opposite the church hall. hall concert church village hall a public building that has a large room in it |
| 3357 |
a concert at the Albert Hall hall used in the names of some large public buildings |
| 3358 |
I wish you wouldn't leave your shoes in the hall. hall the area inside the front door of a house or other building that leads to other rooms |
| 3359 |
The house has a large entrance hall with an open staircase. hall entrance hall the area inside the front door of a house or other building that leads to other rooms |
| 3360 |
Hardwick Hall hall used in the names of some large old houses |
| 3361 |
It's a difficult race. Nevertheless, about 1,000 runners participate every year. nevertheless despite a fact or idea that you have just mentioned: used as a way of showing how a sentence, phrase, or word is related to what has already been said |
| 3362 |
Alexander II was an obscure but nevertheless interesting Scottish king. nevertheless despite a fact or idea that you have just mentioned: used as a way of showing how a sentence, phrase, or word is related to what has already been said |
| 3363 |
Le Canard serves superb French regional cooking. regional relating to or typical of a particular area of a country or the world |
| 3364 |
a regional council newspaper accent regional relating to or typical of a particular area of a country or the world |
| 3365 |
regional issues conflicts cooperation regional relating to or typical of a particular area of a country or the world |
| 3366 |
It is not surprising to find regional variations in unemployment. regional regional differences variations relating to or typical of a particular area of a country or the world |
| 3367 |
Watch out for oncoming vehicles. vehicle a machine that you travel in or on, especially one with an engine that travels on roads, for example a car, bus, van, truck, or motorcycle |
| 3368 |
the driver of the vehicle vehicle a machine that you travel in or on, especially one with an engine that travels on roads, for example a car, bus, van, truck, or motorcycle |
| 3369 |
an investment vehicle vehicle a way of expressing ideas or of making something happen |
| 3370 |
They use the tabloid press as a vehicle for attacking the opposition. vehicle vehicle for a way of expressing ideas or of making something happen |
| 3371 |
The film was conceived merely as a vehicle for Tom Hanks. vehicle vehicle for something that is created for a specific person or purpose, especially a film, television show etc for one actor |
| 3372 |
Try not to worry so much. worry to feel nervous and upset because you keep thinking about a problem that you have or could have in the future |
| 3373 |
People worry more about their health than they used to. worry worry about to feel nervous and upset because you keep thinking about a problem that you have or could have in the future |
| 3374 |
She worried that she might have taken on too much work. worry worry that to feel nervous and upset because you keep thinking about a problem that you have or could have in the future |
| 3375 |
If companies are following the rules, they've got nothing to worry about. worry nothing to worry about to feel nervous and upset because you keep thinking about a problem that you have or could have in the future |
| 3376 |
What worries me most is the possibility of complete failure. worry to make someone feel nervous and upset |
| 3377 |
Tell them not to worry themselves about the financial position. worry worry yourself about something to make someone feel nervous and upset |
| 3378 |
He said his financial worries were a thing of the past. worry a problem or possibility that makes you feel worried |
| 3379 |
Andy's biggest worry was that he might embarrass himself. worry a problem or possibility that makes you feel worried |
| 3380 |
Local residents have expressed worries about pollution levels. worry worry about a problem or possibility that makes you feel worried |
| 3381 |
Another major worry for women is walking home at night. worry worry to for a problem or possibility that makes you feel worried |
| 3382 |
She was making herself ill with worry. worry the feeling of being worried |
| 3383 |
The bank's financial weakness became a source of worry. worry the feeling of being worried |
| 3384 |
No worries, I'll drop it back to you in the morning. worry no worries used for saying that you will be able to do something easily |
| 3385 |
The powerful farming lobby is pressurizing the government to change the law. powerful able to influence or control what people do or think |
| 3386 |
Recent events are a powerful argument for gun control. powerful able to influence or control what people do or think |
| 3387 |
a powerful man powerful able to influence or control what people do or think |
| 3388 |
You need powerful muscles for this. powerful physically strong |
| 3389 |
a powerful nuclear weapon powerful with a lot of physical force |
| 3390 |
a powerful punch powerful with a lot of physical force |
| 3391 |
They have installed a more powerful engine in the new model. powerful strong and working well |
| 3392 |
a powerful fighting force powerful strong and working well |
| 3393 |
Reports show that nicotine is more powerful than cocaine. powerful a powerful drug or chemical has a strong effect |
| 3394 |
a powerful rotten-egg smell powerful very loud or bright, or with a strong smell |
| 3395 |
There is a chance of showers today and possibly a thunderstorm. possibly likely to happen or be true, but not certain |
| 3396 |
'Do we have enough money to get a car?' 'Possibly.' possibly likely to happen or be true, but not certain |
| 3397 |
He is quite possibly the most experienced climber in the world. possibly quite very possibly likely to happen or be true, but not certain |
| 3398 |
What could I possibly have that you want? possibly can could someone possibly used for emphasizing your surprise or shock at something |
| 3399 |
How can anyone possibly spend an hour in the shower? possibly used for emphasizing your surprise or shock at something |
| 3400 |
She's done everything she could possibly think of to help. possibly used for emphasizing that someone has tried extremely hard to do something |
| 3401 |
You can't possibly ask them to risk their lives. possibly used for emphasizing that something cannot happen or cannot be done |
| 3402 |
Could you possibly give me a lift to work? possibly can could someone possibly do something? used for asking someone to do something that you think might not be convenient for them |
| 3403 |
She wanted to be sure the children had crossed the road safely. cross to go from one side of something such as a road or river to the other |
| 3404 |
Wait until there is no traffic and it's safe to cross. cross to go from one side of something such as a road or river to the other |
| 3405 |
A tall woman was crossing the office towards me. cross to go from one side of something such as a room or enclosed area to the other |
| 3406 |
He crossed to the window and closed the curtains. cross cross to to go from one side of something such as a room or enclosed area to the other |
| 3407 |
It was dark when we crossed the French border. cross to go from one side of a border or line that separates places to the other |
| 3408 |
Refugees had been crossing into Albania all day. cross cross into to go from one side of a border or line that separates places to the other |
| 3409 |
Meet me at the point where the two paths cross. cross if things such as roads or lines cross, they go across each other |
| 3410 |
An old Roman road crosses the modern street at right angles. cross to go across something |
| 3411 |
a domestic dog crossed with a wolf cross cross something with something to combine one breed of animal with another, or to mix one type of plant with another, in order to produce an animal or plant that is genetically different from both parents |
| 3412 |
A little smile crossed her lips. cross if an expression crosses someone's face or lips, it appears there for a short time |
| 3413 |
No one ever dared cross him. cross to oppose someone, or to disagree with them |
| 3414 |
He crossed his arms and stood in the doorway looking hostile. cross cross your arms to put one arm over the other in front of your body, so that each hand is on the opposite elbow |
| 3415 |
There is a line between joking and being offensive, and this man crossed that line. cross cross a boundary line to go beyond accepted limits or standards of behaviour |
| 3416 |
I'm going to see if the car starts; keep your fingers crossed! cross cross your fingers to put your middle finger over your first finger as a wish for good luck |
| 3417 |
'I won't tell – cross my heart!' cross cross your heart (and hope to die) used as a way of making a promise, especially between children |
| 3418 |
She kept crossing and uncrossing her legs nervously. cross cross your legs to sit with one leg placed over the other at the knee |
| 3419 |
It suddenly crossed his mind that maybe Stephanie had been right. cross cross someone's mind if something crosses your mind, you think of it, but often not for very long or very seriously |
| 3420 |
Their paths were to cross several times in the years ahead. cross paths cross if two people's paths cross, they meet without planning to |
| 3421 |
The neighbours got cross every time we put our music on. cross angry. This word is used mainly by children or when speaking to children |
| 3422 |
I'm cross with her for lying. cross cross with angry. This word is used mainly by children or when speaking to children |
| 3423 |
cross-border traffic cross- across: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 3424 |
cross-cultural events cross- combining or involving different things: used with some nouns, verbs, and adjectives |
| 3425 |
Put a cross next to the name of the person you are voting for. cross used for showing your choice on a written list of choices |
| 3426 |
a painting of Jesus on the Cross cross the structure on which Jesus Christ died according to the Bible |
| 3427 |
The clementine is a cross between a tangerine and a Seville orange. cross cross between a plant that is the result of mixing two different types to produce a new genetic type |
| 3428 |
Most of their music is a cross between jazz and rock. cross cross between something that contains the qualities of two different groups or types |
| 3429 |
a right cross cross in boxing, a way of hitting your opponent from the side as they try to hit you |
| 3430 |
We all have our crosses to bear. cross a cross (someone has) to bear something unpleasant that someone has to deal with, especially continuously for a long time |
| 3431 |
Friends and colleagues will remember him with affection. colleague someone who works in the same organization or department as you |
| 3432 |
his Cabinet party colleagues colleague someone who works in the same organization or department as you |
| 3433 |
her colleagues at the university colleague colleague at in from someone who works in the same organization or department as you |
| 3434 |
She was liked both by colleagues and subordinates. colleague someone in your organization who has the same status or level of responsibility as you |
| 3435 |
It's something that my colleagues at the embassy are extremely concerned with. colleague colleague at in from someone from a different organization or department who you work or deal with |
| 3436 |
Local firefighters will help colleagues in Eastern Europe by providing advice and equipment. colleague colleague at in from someone who does the same job as you in a different organization, department, or place |
| 3437 |
Patrick worked on a neighbouring farm. farm on a farm an area of land used for growing crops or keeping animals |
| 3438 |
farm workers labourers farm used on, or belonging to, a farm |
| 3439 |
farm buildings machinery implements farm used on, or belonging to, a farm |
| 3440 |
farm animals produce farm used on, or belonging to, a farm |
| 3441 |
a fish farm farm a place where a particular type of animal is produced in order to be sold |
| 3442 |
Visitors often came to the farm at weekends. farm a farmhouse |
| 3443 |
The land was farmed intensively. farm to use land for growing crops or keeping animals |
| 3444 |
They've been farming in the area all their lives. farm to use land for growing crops or keeping animals |
| 3445 |
He farms sheep. farm to use land for growing crops or keeping animals |
| 3446 |
Colleges responded swiftly to the demand for new courses. respond respond to to react to something by taking a particular course of action |
| 3447 |
The body often responds to stress by becoming ill. respond respond (to something) by doing something to react to something by taking a particular course of action |
| 3448 |
Protesters threw stones at police, who responded with rubber bullets. respond respond with to react to something by taking a particular course of action |
| 3449 |
She hugged him, but he didn't respond. respond to react by doing what is needed, suitable, or right for a particular situation |
| 3450 |
The government should listen to industry and respond to its needs. respond respond to to react by doing what is needed, suitable, or right for a particular situation |
| 3451 |
The patient responded well to surgery. respond to react well to medical treatment |
| 3452 |
'I'm telling you it's not true,' Martinez responded. respond to reply, especially in writing |
| 3453 |
Thousands of readers responded to our questionnaire. respond respond to to reply, especially in writing |
| 3454 |
They responded that they would like to see the items. respond respond that to reply, especially in writing |
| 3455 |
The factory is the largest single employer in the area. employer a person, company, or organization that pays someone to work for them as a member of their staff |
| 3456 |
Daniel's employers offered to pay for the course. employer a person, company, or organization that pays someone to work for them as a member of their staff |
| 3457 |
The course will help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself. understanding understanding of knowledge about a particular subject, process, or situation |
| 3458 |
If you are using this software, it's helpful to have some understanding of basic design principles. understanding knowledge about a particular subject, process, or situation |
| 3459 |
Suzy just needs a little understanding. understanding sympathy that comes from knowing how other people feel and why they do things |
| 3460 |
He was glad he and Betty had come to an understanding. understanding come to reach an understanding an agreement made in an informal way or not expressed in words |
| 3461 |
We have an understanding with them that we won't compete directly. understanding have an understanding (with someone) an agreement made in an informal way or not expressed in words |
| 3462 |
My understanding is we have not yet made any final decisions. understanding the particular way in which you understand the meaning of something |
| 3463 |
A child with sufficient understanding may sometimes be asked to give a statement. understanding the ability to understand things |
| 3464 |
We gave them the information on the understanding that it would not be made public. understanding on the understanding that used for saying that you will do something only if someone else agrees to do something else |
| 3465 |
She has a very understanding partner. understanding willing to forgive other people or be sympathetic because you understand how they feel |
| 3466 |
I fail to see a connection between the two cases. connection connection between a relationship between things or events |
| 3467 |
His question had no direct connection with our discussion. connection connection with to a relationship between things or events |
| 3468 |
I knew they had the same surname but I didn't make the connection. connection make a connection (=realize that a relationship exists) a relationship between things or events |
| 3469 |
China is trying to strengthen its trade connections. connection a relationship between people or groups |
| 3470 |
Prisoners are encouraged to maintain family connections. connection a relationship between people or groups |
| 3471 |
She was alleged to have connections with the secret police. connection connection with a relationship between people or groups |
| 3472 |
My train was late and I missed my connection. connection miss your connection a train, bus, or plane that allows you to continue a journey after you arrive by a different train, bus, or plane |
| 3473 |
Birmingham has excellent road and rail connections. connection a road or railway system that allows you to travel from one place to another |
| 3474 |
a phone connection via satellite from Dubai connection a means of communicating using a telephone or computer network |
| 3475 |
a slow connection speed connection a means of communicating using a telephone or computer network |
| 3476 |
The gas company said there will be a connection charge of 30. connection the process of joining two things |
| 3477 |
The building is ready for connection to the mains. connection connection to the process of joining two things |
| 3478 |
The light keeps flickering – there must be a loose connection. connection a place where two things join |
| 3479 |
He used his party connections to get a government job. connection people you know who are able to use their influence to help you |
| 3480 |
Police want to talk to him in connection with his wife's disappearance. connection in connection with something relating to something |
| 3481 |
I've had enough of your sarcastic comments. comment a written or spoken remark giving an opinion |
| 3482 |
We would welcome your comments on our work. comment comment on about a written or spoken remark giving an opinion |
| 3483 |
Did she make any comment about Eddie? comment make a comment a written or spoken remark giving an opinion |
| 3484 |
No one passed comment on her new hairstyle. comment pass comment a written or spoken remark giving an opinion |
| 3485 |
a page of news and comment comment written or spoken discussion of something, especially on television, radio, or in a newspaper |
| 3486 |
That most young prisoners re-offend is a sad comment on our penal system. comment be a sad comment on something to show a bad aspect of something |
| 3487 |
The spokesman declined to comment. comment to make a written or spoken remark, especially giving an opinion |
| 3488 |
I'm not in a position to comment on the matter. comment comment on to make a written or spoken remark, especially giving an opinion |
| 3489 |
Researchers who read the report commented that it had many errors. comment comment that to make a written or spoken remark, especially giving an opinion |
| 3490 |
If permission is granted, they'll start building soon. grant to allow someone to have or do what they want |
| 3491 |
The Board has refused to grant your request. grant to allow someone to have or do what they want |
| 3492 |
Irish nationalists urged the British government to grant an amnesty to all political prisoners. grant grant something to someone to allow someone to have or do what they want |
| 3493 |
On April 30, the club granted him a leave of absence for personal reasons. grant grant someone something to allow someone to have or do what they want |
| 3494 |
His wish had finally been granted. grant grant someone's wish to allow someone to have or do what they want |
| 3495 |
'This thing never works!' 'Well, not very often, I grant you.' grant I grant you (that) to admit that something is true |
| 3496 |
You're thorough, I grant you that, but we don't need all this detail. grant to admit that something is true |
| 3497 |
I shouted at my boss because I'm sick of being taken for granted. grant take someone for granted to expect someone to always be there and do things for you even when you do not show that you are grateful |
| 3498 |
Losing my job taught me never to take anything for granted. grant take something for granted to expect something always to happen or exist in a particular way, and to not think about any possible problems or difficulties |
| 3499 |
You can't take it for granted that they'll behave themselves. grant take it for granted (that) to expect something always to happen or exist in a particular way, and to not think about any possible problems or difficulties |
| 3500 |
They've applied for a grant from the lottery. grant an amount of money that the government or an organization gives you for a specific purpose and does not ask you to pay back. Money that you have to pay back is called a loan |
| 3501 |
a research grant grant an amount of money that the government or an organization gives you for a specific purpose and does not ask you to pay back. Money that you have to pay back is called a loan |
| 3502 |
gambling on the stock market gambling a situation in which you take a risk on something that can give you important benefits |
| 3503 |
I was sleeping badly and finding it hard to concentrate. concentrate to give all your attention to the thing you are doing |
| 3504 |
Stop talking and concentrate on your work. concentrate concentrate on to give all your attention to the thing you are doing |
| 3505 |
Luke wants to concentrate on his film career. concentrate concentrate on to give most of your attention to one aim or activity |
| 3506 |
You should concentrate your efforts on passing these exams. concentrate concentrate your efforts attention on something to give most of your attention to one aim or activity |
| 3507 |
The violence was concentrated mostly in the north. concentrate if something is concentrated in an area, that is where it mainly exists |
| 3508 |
The population is concentrated along the river banks. concentrate if something is concentrated in an area, that is where it mainly exists |
| 3509 |
Fear tends to concentrate the mind. concentrate concentrate the someone's mind to make someone think clearly about what is important |
| 3510 |
tomato concentrate concentrate a substance that has had water removed from it so that it has a stronger effect, taste etc |
| 3511 |
We had ignored the fact that it was getting darker. ignore to not consider something, or to not let it influence you |
| 3512 |
This approach ignores the complexity of modern business. ignore to not consider something, or to not let it influence you |
| 3513 |
The government has ignored the advice it was given. ignore ignore someone's advice warning to not consider something, or to not let it influence you |
| 3514 |
He completely ignored her and kept on walking. ignore to pretend that you have not noticed someone or something |
| 3515 |
Other shoppers ignored her pleas for help. ignore ignore someone's plea remark protests to pretend that you have not noticed someone or something |
| 3516 |
May I use the phone in your office? phone a telephone |
| 3517 |
The phone rang five times in the next hour. phone a telephone |
| 3518 |
I rang his house but his mother answered the phone (=picked it up when it rang). phone answer the phone a telephone |
| 3519 |
Our teenagers spend hours on the phone every day. phone on the phone (=talking using the telephone) the system for speaking to someone on the telephone |
| 3520 |
We take orders by phone or by email. phone by phone over the phone (=using the telephone) the system for speaking to someone on the telephone |
| 3521 |
She picked up the phone but didn't speak. phone pick up put down the phone the part of a telephone that you speak into |
| 3522 |
Don't you dare put the phone down on me! phone put the phone down on someone (=suddenly end your telephone conservation with someone) the part of a telephone that you speak into |
| 3523 |
Phone me if you have any questions. phone to use a telephone to call someone |
| 3524 |
a microphone #NAME? used for making nouns meaning something relating to sound or to equipment for producing sounds |
| 3525 |
a telephone #NAME? used for making nouns meaning something relating to sound or to equipment for producing sounds |
| 3526 |
homophones (=words that sound the same) #NAME? used for making nouns meaning something relating to sound or to equipment for producing sounds |
| 3527 |
anglophone (=someone who speaks English) #NAME? used for making nouns and adjectives meaning or describing someone who speaks a particular language |
| 3528 |
Workers dug a 30-foot hole in the ground. hole a space dug in the surface of the ground |
| 3529 |
a grassy bank containing several rabbit holes hole rabbit mouse hole a space dug in the surface of the ground |
| 3530 |
All my socks have holes in them. hole hole in a space in the surface of something that goes partly or completely through it |
| 3531 |
Rain poured through a gaping hole in the roof. hole a gaping hole (=a very large hole) a space in the surface of something that goes partly or completely through it |
| 3532 |
The tank was riddled with bullet holes. hole riddled with holes (=completely covered with holes) a space in the surface of something that goes partly or completely through it |
| 3533 |
His argument was full of holes. hole a part of something such as an idea or explanation where an important detail is missing |
| 3534 |
There is an obvious hole in the law covering pension funds. hole hole in a part of something such as an idea or explanation where an important detail is missing |
| 3535 |
This town is a hole. hole an unpleasant or dirty place |
| 3536 |
Now that work has dried up, we are in a hole. hole in a hole in a difficult situation |
| 3537 |
Childcare can make a huge hole in parents' budgets. hole make a hole in something to use a large part of an amount of money |
| 3538 |
The ship was holed below the waterline. hole if something is holed, something has made a hole or holes in it |
| 3539 |
health life house car insurance insurance an arrangement in which you regularly pay an insurance company an amount of money so that they will give you money if something you own is damaged, lost, or stolen, or if you die or are ill or injured |
| 3540 |
You have to take out building and contents insurance as a condition of the mortgage. insurance take out insurance an arrangement in which you regularly pay an insurance company an amount of money so that they will give you money if something you own is damaged, lost, or stolen, or if you die or are ill or injured |
| 3541 |
They provide free insurance against loss or damage up to 5,000. insurance insurance against an arrangement in which you regularly pay an insurance company an amount of money so that they will give you money if something you own is damaged, lost, or stolen, or if you die or are ill or injured |
| 3542 |
Do you have insurance for the house yet? insurance have insurance for on something an arrangement in which you regularly pay an insurance company an amount of money so that they will give you money if something you own is damaged, lost, or stolen, or if you die or are ill or injured |
| 3543 |
Can you claim the repairs on your insurance? insurance claim (for) something make a claim for something on your insurance an arrangement in which you regularly pay an insurance company an amount of money so that they will give you money if something you own is damaged, lost, or stolen, or if you die or are ill or injured |
| 3544 |
He's in insurance. insurance the business of selling insurance to people |
| 3545 |
Have you paid your car insurance? insurance money that you pay regularly to an insurance company |
| 3546 |
After the fire, they were able to rebuild their house with the insurance. insurance money that an insurance company agrees to pay you if something that you own is damaged, lost, or stolen, or if you die or are ill or injured |
| 3547 |
The hostages were being held as insurance against further bombing raids. insurance insurance against a situation or action intended to prevent something bad from happening or to prevent you from being affected by it if it does happen |
| 3548 |
a shop specializing in leather goods goods objects produced for sale |
| 3549 |
Wilkins was found in possession of 8,000 worth of stolen goods. goods stolen goods objects produced for sale |
| 3550 |
The cost of household goods and services fell. goods goods and services objects produced for sale |
| 3551 |
a goods train lorry goods carrying large quantities of goods from one place to another |
| 3552 |
People quickly lose faith in a political party that fails to deliver the goods. goods come up with the goods to do what you have said you will do or what people expect |
| 3553 |
The entire contents of the house were put up for auction. content the things that are inside something such as a box, bottle, building, or room |
| 3554 |
He emptied out the contents of his pockets onto the table. content the things that are inside something such as a box, bottle, building, or room |
| 3555 |
The contents of the document remain secret. content the things that are written in a book, magazine, letter, document etc |
| 3556 |
I can't find it in the contents. content a list at the beginning of a book or magazine, showing the parts into which the book or magazine is divided |
| 3557 |
The show's content is not suitable for young children. content the subject, ideas, or story that a piece of writing or a radio or television programme deals with |
| 3558 |
Several start-ups were bankrupted by the high cost of producing original content. content any material, such as writing, pictures, or music, that appears on a website or cd-rom |
| 3559 |
a breakfast cereal with a high sugar content content the amount of a substance that something contains |
| 3560 |
Initially, she contented herself with simply looking after her family. content content yourself with something to be willing to accept what you have, although you would prefer to have something else |
| 3561 |
When I last saw her, she seemed quite content. content quite perfectly content happy and satisfied with your life |
| 3562 |
She is content to live quietly by herself. content satisfied and willing to accept a situation, and not wanting anything more or better |
| 3563 |
He seems to be content with a fairly minor role in the government. content content with satisfied and willing to accept a situation, and not wanting anything more or better |
| 3564 |
Not content with disrupting the meeting, he then proceeded to insult the chairman. content not content with... used to say that someone is not satisfied with something which most people would consider to be enough or too much, but wants or does more |
| 3565 |
He's a nice boy, but he doesn't have much confidence. confidence have confidence the belief that you are able to do things well |
| 3566 |
You should have more confidence in your own abilities. confidence confidence in the belief that you are able to do things well |
| 3567 |
Motherhood gave her confidence. confidence give someone confidence the belief that you are able to do things well |
| 3568 |
The more he fails, the more he loses confidence in his abilities. confidence gain lose confidence the belief that you are able to do things well |
| 3569 |
He would lack the confidence to find a job elsewhere. confidence lack the confidence to do something the belief that you are able to do things well |
| 3570 |
Public confidence in the police is at an all-time low. confidence confidence in the belief that someone or something is good and that you can trust them |
| 3571 |
I have complete confidence in our chairman. confidence have confidence the belief that someone or something is good and that you can trust them |
| 3572 |
Many businesses have lost confidence in the government's ability to handle the economy. confidence lose confidence the belief that someone or something is good and that you can trust them |
| 3573 |
We must work to restore local confidence in the school. confidence restore confidence the belief that someone or something is good and that you can trust them |
| 3574 |
As has already been suggested, their record does not inspire confidence. confidence the belief that someone or something is good and that you can trust them |
| 3575 |
I have complete confidence in these statistics. confidence have confidence in if you have confidence that something is true, you feel certain that it is true |
| 3576 |
I can say with confidence that all our targets have now been met. confidence with confidence if you have confidence that something is true, you feel certain that it is true |
| 3577 |
He expressed his confidence that the project would be a success. confidence confidence that if you have confidence that something is true, you feel certain that it is true |
| 3578 |
You need to gain the horse's confidence. confidence gain get someone's confidence to make someone feel that they can trust you |
| 3579 |
Any information given during the interview will be treated in the strictest confidence. confidence in strict the strictest confidence if you tell someone something in confidence, you tell them something secret or private and you trust them not to tell anyone else |
| 3580 |
She decided to take her best friend into her confidence. confidence take someone into your confidence to tell someone something secret or private |
| 3581 |
I took home some samples of curtain fabrics. sample sample of an example or small amount of something that shows you what all of it is like |
| 3582 |
We had to bring some samples of our work to the interview. sample an example or small amount of something that shows you what all of it is like |
| 3583 |
They gave me loads of free samples of their make-up. sample free sample a small amount of a product that is given to people to try |
| 3584 |
a booklet that gives some sample examination questions sample made as a sample |
| 3585 |
Tests were performed on hair and blood samples. sample a small amount of a substance that is used for scientific or medical tests |
| 3586 |
Researchers are taking samples of the air close to the factory. sample take collect obtain a sample a small amount of a substance that is used for scientific or medical tests |
| 3587 |
After six weeks on the drug, over 60% of the sample showed some improvement. sample a group of people who are used for getting information about a larger group or about the whole population |
| 3588 |
The reliability of the results depends on the size of the sample. sample a group of people who are used for getting information about a larger group or about the whole population |
| 3589 |
The study took a random sample of 100 students from 3 schools. sample random sample (=chosen without any definite pattern or plan) a group of people who are used for getting information about a larger group or about the whole population |
| 3590 |
The air is sampled continuously to measure changes in air pollution. sample to test a small amount of something in order to get information about the whole thing |
| 3591 |
We sampled the soup and found the flavour surprisingly delicate. sample to taste a small amount of food and drink in order to see what it is like |
| 3592 |
Only 23% of those sampled said they were in favour of reducing the speed limits. sample to use a group of people in order to get information about a larger group or about the whole population |
| 3593 |
Here you can relax and sample life in this island paradise. sample to try doing a new activity for a time |
| 3594 |
the EU transport commissioner transport the business of moving people or things from one place to another, usually using buses or trains |
| 3595 |
Anyone needing transport should ring me. transport a method of travelling or moving things from one place to another |
| 3596 |
The article discussed the illegal transport and dumping of dangerous chemicals. transport the process of moving people or things from one place to another, usually in a vehicle |
| 3597 |
They have succeeded in stopping the transport of live animals. transport transport of the process of moving people or things from one place to another, usually in a vehicle |
| 3598 |
We will need a big truck to transport all the boxes. transport to move people or things from one place to another, usually in a vehicle |
| 3599 |
A shuttle bus transports all employees from their homes. transport transport someone something to from something to move people or things from one place to another, usually in a vehicle |
| 3600 |
Volunteers will be transported to the island by boat. transport to move people or things from one place to another, usually in a vehicle |
| 3601 |
The show transported Alvin back to nightclubs of the 1920s. transport transport someone to something to make you imagine or feel as if you are in a different place or time |
| 3602 |
I'm not sure I understand the objective of this exercise. objective objective of something that you plan to achieve, especially in business or work |
| 3603 |
The principal objective of the department is to identify market opportunities. objective main primary principal objective something that you plan to achieve, especially in business or work |
| 3604 |
The team has been successful in achieving challenging objectives. objective achieve an objective something that you plan to achieve, especially in business or work |
| 3605 |
An outsider can give a more objective assessment than a friend. objective based only on facts and not influenced by personal feelings or beliefs |
| 3606 |
We tried to capture a purely objective record of what we saw. objective completely purely objective based only on facts and not influenced by personal feelings or beliefs |
| 3607 |
objective reality objective real and not existing only in someone's mind |
| 3608 |
Shelley is divorced and lives alone. alone if you are alone, there is no one else with you |
| 3609 |
She was all alone in a dark forest. alone all alone (=completely alone) if you are alone, there is no one else with you |
| 3610 |
It was forbidden for an unmarried couple to be alone together. alone used when two people are together and no one else is there |
| 3611 |
Roger hadn't had a chance before to be alone with Therese. alone alone with used when two people are together and no one else is there |
| 3612 |
Jim said goodnight and left, feeling sad and alone. alone feeling that you have no friends and that no one cares about you |
| 3613 |
I felt completely alone in the world. alone alone in the world (=not having any friends anywhere) feeling that you have no friends and that no one cares about you |
| 3614 |
He is so severely disabled that he cannot manage alone. alone if you do something alone, you do it without any help from other people |
| 3615 |
Was the killer acting alone? alone if you do something alone, you do it without any help from other people |
| 3616 |
Kazakhstan alone had more than 100 different nationalities. alone without including numbers or amounts from anywhere else |
| 3617 |
The team earned over a million pounds from television alone last year. alone without including numbers or amounts from anywhere else |
| 3618 |
He alone was allowed to make decisions on foreign policy. alone used for emphasizing that a particular person or thing is the only one that has something or can do something |
| 3619 |
Time alone will show whether the voters made the right choice. alone used for emphasizing that a particular person or thing is the only one that has something or can do something |
| 3620 |
Miller was not alone in his opposition to the war. alone be alone in (doing) something to be the only person that does something |
| 3621 |
Am I alone in thinking that Biggs could be wrong? alone be alone in (doing) something to be the only person that does something |
| 3622 |
More women are going it alone in business. alone go it alone to live, work, or make decisions on your own, without any help from other people |
| 3623 |
I wish they'd just leave me alone. alone leave let someone alone to stop annoying or criticizing someone |
| 3624 |
You let Peter alone. He's not done anyone any harm. alone leave let someone alone to stop annoying or criticizing someone |
| 3625 |
Leave those flowers alone – you're going to spoil them. alone if you leave something alone, you do not touch it or do anything to it |
| 3626 |
It's not your problem, so why don't you just leave it alone? alone to stop trying to deal with something |
| 3627 |
The plant has small white flowers. flower the coloured part of a plant from which the plant's fruit develops. A flower is often made up of many petals |
| 3628 |
He gave me a big bunch of flowers. flower a bunch bouquet of flowers a flower and its stem that have been removed from a plant |
| 3629 |
I'm going to plant more flowers in the front garden this year. flower a plant that is grown because its flowers are attractive |
| 3630 |
Men were killed in the flower of their youth. flower the flower of something the best part or best example of something |
| 3631 |
The garden looked beautiful with all the roses in flower. flower in flower if a plant is in flower, flowers are growing on it |
| 3632 |
His musical talent flowered in his twenties. flower to become more successful and completely developed |
| 3633 |
an eye leg injury injury physical damage done to a person or a part of their body |
| 3634 |
She has recovered from injuries sustained in the accident. injury suffer sustain an injury (=be injured) physical damage done to a person or a part of their body |
| 3635 |
All the passengers in the vehicle escaped injury. injury escape avoid injury physical damage done to a person or a part of their body |
| 3636 |
Lift the lid and look inside the box. lift to move something to a higher position |
| 3637 |
The phone rang and he lifted the receiver immediately. lift to move something to a higher position |
| 3638 |
We lifted the new books onto a shelf. lift lift something off onto from etc to take something in your hands and move it from one place to another |
| 3639 |
We watched the balloon lift slowly into the air. lift to move to a higher position |
| 3640 |
He lifted his eyes from the newspaper as Kate walked into the room. lift lift something from something to move your head or eyes upwards so that you can look at something |
| 3641 |
Ruth lifted her face to the sun. lift lift something to something to move your head or eyes upwards so that you can look at something |
| 3642 |
Her shoulders lifted slightly but she didn't say anything. lift to move a part of your body to a higher position |
| 3643 |
Lie on the floor and try to lift your legs slowly. lift to move a part of your body to a higher position |
| 3644 |
economic measures designed to lift the country out of recession lift lift someone out of something to improve the situation that someone or something is in |
| 3645 |
They're hoping to get the ban lifted by the end of the month. lift to officially end a rule or law that stopped someone from doing something |
| 3646 |
She was lifted a little by the news that they had phoned. lift to make someone feel happier |
| 3647 |
Being in the sunshine all day really lifted my spirits. lift lift someone's spirits to make someone feel happier |
| 3648 |
I felt as if a great financial burden had been lifted from my shoulders. lift if a weight or burden lifts or is lifted from you, you stop worrying about something and feel happier |
| 3649 |
I watched him lift a couple of CDs and stuff them into his jacket. lift to steal something |
| 3650 |
An increase in interest rates will lift the value of the dollar. lift to cause the amount or level of something to increase |
| 3651 |
The two men have been lifted to safety. lift to airlift something or someone |
| 3652 |
I can give you a lift into town. lift give someone a lift an occasion when someone takes you somewhere in their car. The American word is ride |
| 3653 |
Do you want to take the lift or use the stairs? lift take the lift a machine that carries people up or down between different levels of a tall building. The American word is elevator |
| 3654 |
a slight lift of the shoulders lift a movement in which something is lifted |
| 3655 |
He stuck the end of the post in the soft ground. stick stick something in into through up etc something to push something long and thin into or through something else |
| 3656 |
She stuck her knitting needles into a ball of wool. stick to push something long and thin into or through something else |
| 3657 |
a piece of cloth with a pin stuck through it stick to push something long and thin into or through something else |
| 3658 |
The knife missed its target and stuck in the door. stick stick in into through if something sticks in, into, or through something else, its end remains pushed into or through it |
| 3659 |
Something sharp was sticking into my back. stick if something sticks in, into, or through something else, its end remains pushed into or through it |
| 3660 |
A broken spring was sticking through the mattress. stick if something sticks in, into, or through something else, its end remains pushed into or through it |
| 3661 |
She stuck the bread on the end of the toasting fork. stick stick something on onto something to push something onto something with a sharp point so that it is held there |
| 3662 |
We stuck the articles in a scrapbook. stick stick something on in into under to etc something to fix one thing to another, especially using a sticky substance such as glue |
| 3663 |
I licked the stamp and stuck it on the envelope. stick to fix one thing to another, especially using a sticky substance such as glue |
| 3664 |
She was sticking posters on her bedroom wall. stick to fix one thing to another, especially using a sticky substance such as glue |
| 3665 |
Can you stick the pieces of this vase back together? stick stick something together to fix one thing to another, especially using a sticky substance such as glue |
| 3666 |
The pasta has stuck to the bottom of the pan. stick stick to to become fixed to something, especially by means of a sticky substance |
| 3667 |
He was boiling hot and his jacket was sticking to his back. stick to become fixed to something, especially by means of a sticky substance |
| 3668 |
Ned stuck his hands in his pockets. stick stick something in on around etc something to put something somewhere quickly and without taking much care |
| 3669 |
Just stick the plates in the sink for now. stick to put something somewhere quickly and without taking much care |
| 3670 |
He stuck his head around the kitchen door and said goodbye. stick to put something somewhere quickly and without taking much care |
| 3671 |
The dog rolled on its back and stuck its legs in the air. stick stick something in the air to put something somewhere quickly and without taking much care |
| 3672 |
The door is sticking, so just give it a good push. stick to become firmly fixed in one position, and therefore difficult or impossible to move |
| 3673 |
The wheels had stuck in the mud. stick stick in under at etc to become firmly fixed in one position, and therefore difficult or impossible to move |
| 3674 |
I don't know how she's stuck that job this long. stick to continue to the end of a difficult or unpleasant situation |
| 3675 |
He'd been called 'Tufty' at school, and the name had stuck. stick if a new name for someone or something sticks, it becomes accepted and used by everyone |
| 3676 |
Are you sticking? stick to decide that you do not want any more cards in some card games |
| 3677 |
You can stick your rotten job! stick someone can stick something used for saying very angrily that you do not want something that you have been given or are being offered |
| 3678 |
I told them where they could stick their pay rise. stick tell someone where they can stick something where to stick something used for saying very angrily that you do not want something that you have been given or are being offered |
| 3679 |
I really can't stick her brother. stick can't stick to hate someone or something |
| 3680 |
The police will never make those charges stick. stick make something stick to get enough evidence to prove that someone is guilty of a crime |
| 3681 |
He'll stick at nothing to get what he wants. stick stick at nothing to do whatever is necessary, even something illegal, in order to achieve your aim |
| 3682 |
One thing he told me always sticks in my mind. stick stick in your mind memory if something sticks in your mind, you do not forget it easily |
| 3683 |
The thing that sticks in my throat is the way they told us the news! stick a fact or situation that sticks in your throat is very annoying and difficult to accept |
| 3684 |
I went out to find some sticks for a fire. stick a thin piece of wood that has been broken or cut from a tree |
| 3685 |
a hockey stick stick a long thin piece of wood used for hitting or carrying something in a sport |
| 3686 |
an ice lolly stick stick a small thin piece of wood or plastic used for a particular purpose |
| 3687 |
a stick of celery stick a long thin piece of something |
| 3688 |
a stick of glue stick an amount of a solid substance in a container that you push at the bottom so that a small amount comes out of the top |
| 3689 |
They gave me a lot of stick for missing such an easy shot. stick give someone stick (for something) criticism |
| 3690 |
We're taking a lot of stick for our decision. stick get take stick (from someone) criticism |
| 3691 |
When they moved into the flat they didn't have a single stick of furniture. stick a stick of furniture a piece of furniture, usually one that is not worth much |
| 3692 |
This report is being used as yet another stick to beat nurses with. stick a stick to beat someone with a piece of information or an argument that can be used for criticizing or punishing someone |
| 3693 |
The place hasn't been the same since Nick upped sticks and left. stick up sticks to leave a place |
| 3694 |
That goal was a good 'un (=a good one)! 'un a way of writing the pronoun 'one', that shows how some people pronounce it in informal English |
| 3695 |
unable un- used with many adjectives, adverbs, and verbs to give the opposite meaning |
| 3696 |
unhappy un- used with many adjectives, adverbs, and verbs to give the opposite meaning |
| 3697 |
uncooked un- used with many adjectives, adverbs, and verbs to give the opposite meaning |
| 3698 |
unzip un- used with many adjectives, adverbs, and verbs to give the opposite meaning |
| 3699 |
unhurriedly un- used with many adjectives, adverbs, and verbs to give the opposite meaning |
| 3700 |
This sauce is made mainly of milk and flour. mainly used for talking about the largest or most important part of something |
| 3701 |
We spent four days there – mainly visiting family. mainly used for talking about the largest or most important part of something |
| 3702 |
I didn't come mainly because I didn't feel very well. mainly mainly because used for talking about the largest or most important part of something |
| 3703 |
Our customers are mainly young mothers. mainly in most cases |
| 3704 |
The bacteria live mainly in the small intestine. mainly in most cases |
| 3705 |
one of the bloodiest battles of the Second World War battle a fight between two armies in a war |
| 3706 |
the Battle of Waterloo battle battle of a fight between two armies in a war |
| 3707 |
soldiers wounded in battle battle in battle a fight between two armies in a war |
| 3708 |
He was wounded in a gun battle with the police. battle a fight between two groups of people |
| 3709 |
The couple are locked in a bitter legal battle over custody of their children. battle a situation in which different people or groups compete with each other in order to achieve something or get an advantage |
| 3710 |
a boardroom battle battle a situation in which different people or groups compete with each other in order to achieve something or get an advantage |
| 3711 |
the battle for the leadership of the Labour Party battle battle for a situation in which different people or groups compete with each other in order to achieve something or get an advantage |
| 3712 |
Supermarkets are cutting prices in a desperate battle to win customers. battle a battle to do something a situation in which different people or groups compete with each other in order to achieve something or get an advantage |
| 3713 |
She has lost her battle against breast cancer. battle battle against a situation in which someone is trying very hard to deal with a difficult situation |
| 3714 |
It was a daily battle to get my son to go to school. battle a battle to do something a situation in which someone is trying very hard to deal with a difficult situation |
| 3715 |
She tried to get him to go, but she knew she was fighting a losing battle. battle fight a losing battle (=try to do something that will probably fail) a situation in which someone is trying very hard to deal with a difficult situation |
| 3716 |
She's been doing battle with bureaucracy all her life. battle do battle to argue with or fight against a difficult opponent, official system etc |
| 3717 |
Many species of birds are battling extinction. battle to try very hard to deal with a difficult situation |
| 3718 |
She described how they had battled against huge waves to save their friend. battle battle against to try very hard to deal with a difficult situation |
| 3719 |
Surgeons battled to save the man's life. battle battle to do something to try very hard to deal with a difficult situation |
| 3720 |
Hakkinen was battling with Schumacher for first place. battle battle with to compete with someone, or to try to achieve the opposite of what they are trying to achieve |
| 3721 |
A small, ill-equipped police force is battling against the powerful drug barons. battle battle against to compete with someone, or to try to achieve the opposite of what they are trying to achieve |
| 3722 |
The three men are battling for the world title. battle battle for to compete with someone, or to try to achieve the opposite of what they are trying to achieve |
| 3723 |
Twelve teams will battle it out later in the year to see who will become the champion of Europe. battle battle it out if two people or groups battle it out, they compete with each other until there is a definite winner |
| 3724 |
The site was preserved as a monument for future generations. generation a group of people in society who are born and live around the same time |
| 3725 |
People retiring today are wealthier than the previous generation. generation a group of people in society who are born and live around the same time |
| 3726 |
His work has been rediscovered by a younger generation of artists. generation generation of a particular group existing at a particular time |
| 3727 |
Generations of schoolchildren have sat at these desks. generation a particular group existing at a particular time |
| 3728 |
My mother was the only one in her generation to go to university. generation all the members of a family who are of a similar age and whose parents are of a similar age |
| 3729 |
The novel is about several generations of a French family. generation generation of all the members of a family who are of a similar age and whose parents are of a similar age |
| 3730 |
Within a generation, the family had lost all its wealth. generation the number of years that usually pass between the birth of a person and the birth of that person's children |
| 3731 |
a new generation of mobile phones generation a group of products that were made at about the same time, intended as an improvement on those that came before them |
| 3732 |
cheap electricity generation generation the process of producing something |
| 3733 |
New technology need not be the preserve of the younger generation. generation the older younger generation the people in society at a particular time who are old or young |
| 3734 |
Max speaks fluent French. French the language that people speak in France, Belgium, and several other countries |
| 3735 |
The people here have French as a second language. French the language that people speak in France, Belgium, and several other countries |
| 3736 |
The French produce wonderful wines. French the people of France. You refer to one person from France as a French person, a Frenchman, or a Frenchwoman |
| 3737 |
My mother is French. French someone who is French is from France |
| 3738 |
one of the best French restaurants in London French relating to France, or its language or culture |
| 3739 |
He knows a few French words. French relating to the language of France |
| 3740 |
Davis is currently appearing in a play at the Thorndike Theatre. currently at the present time |
| 3741 |
the best recording currently available on CD currently at the present time |
| 3742 |
We spend the winter in the south. winter the season after autumn and before spring, when it is usually cold |
| 3743 |
a cold winter's night winter the season after autumn and before spring, when it is usually cold |
| 3744 |
We've had a particularly severe winter this year. winter a cold severe hard winter the season after autumn and before spring, when it is usually cold |
| 3745 |
We usually go skiing in winter. winter in winter the season after autumn and before spring, when it is usually cold |
| 3746 |
This town is deserted in the winter. winter in the winter the season after autumn and before spring, when it is usually cold |
| 3747 |
the pale winter sunshine winter happening or appearing in winter |
| 3748 |
a winter tour of the West Indies winter happening or appearing in winter |
| 3749 |
She wore a heavy winter coat. winter intended for the winter |
| 3750 |
For the past seven years, she has wintered in Southern California. winter winter in to spend the winter in a particular place |
| 3751 |
The day after Christmas is called Boxing Day. Christmas 25 December, celebrated by Christians as the day that Jesus Christ was born |
| 3752 |
Did you get some nice Christmas presents this year? Christmas 25 December, celebrated by Christians as the day that Jesus Christ was born |
| 3753 |
We spent Christmas abroad last year. Christmas the period before and after 25 December |
| 3754 |
There were lights on inside and I could hear voices. inside used for saying that someone or something is in a room or building, especially when you are outside |
| 3755 |
Richard was now safe inside his castle. inside used for saying that someone or something is in a room or building, especially when you are outside |
| 3756 |
houses without running water or an inside toilet inside used for saying that someone or something is in a room or building, especially when you are outside |
| 3757 |
I always keep important papers locked inside my desk. inside enclosed in a container or space |
| 3758 |
I opened up my suitcase to show them what was inside. inside enclosed in a container or space |
| 3759 |
She was standing just inside the door. inside on the inner side of something |
| 3760 |
Cassidy had one hand inside his jacket, as if reaching for something. inside on the inner side of something |
| 3761 |
Adam produced a small notebook from his inside pocket. inside inside pocket lining (=on the inner side of a coat, case etc) on the inner side of something |
| 3762 |
Draw a triangle inside the circle. inside within an area or country |
| 3763 |
An F-117A Stealth aircraft crashed inside Serbia. inside within an area or country |
| 3764 |
Kasapis scored the final goal with a low shot from inside the penalty area. inside within an area or country |
| 3765 |
The photographs were on the inside pages of several Sunday newspapers. inside in the inner part of something |
| 3766 |
The melon was still green inside. inside in the inner part of something |
| 3767 |
Come inside, out of the rain. inside into a building |
| 3768 |
As I walked past the door, I glanced inside. inside into a building |
| 3769 |
You're not allowed to go inside the museum without paying. inside into a building |
| 3770 |
She reached inside her handbag and pulled out an envelope. inside into an enclosed container or empty space |
| 3771 |
Loretta opened the fridge and peered inside. inside into an enclosed container or empty space |
| 3772 |
There is a battle being fought inside the Conservative Party. inside within an organization or group |
| 3773 |
The rumours are coming from inside the company. inside from inside within an organization or group |
| 3774 |
the inside story of how a trade union destroyed itself inside the inside story only known by people who belong to a particular organization or group |
| 3775 |
They seemed to have inside knowledge of MI5 operations. inside inside knowledge only known by people who belong to a particular organization or group |
| 3776 |
The thieves clearly had inside information that allowed them to know when the building would be unguarded. inside inside information only known by people who belong to a particular organization or group |
| 3777 |
He was silent, but Elizabeth could sense the anger burning inside him. inside in someone's mind, but not always shown or expressed |
| 3778 |
I knew how stubborn he could be once he'd got an idea inside his head. inside in someone's mind, but not always shown or expressed |
| 3779 |
With half a bottle of brandy inside me, I was beginning to feel unsteady. inside already drunk or eaten |
| 3780 |
You'll feel better once you get some dinner inside of you. inside inside of already drunk or eaten |
| 3781 |
I suddenly felt sick inside. inside used for talking about a feeling that you have in your stomach |
| 3782 |
All the remaining business could be completed inside half an hour. inside done in less than a particular amount of time |
| 3783 |
He swam the 200 metres just inside the European record. inside done in less than a particular amount of time |
| 3784 |
They can usually give you an answer inside of an hour. inside inside of done in less than a particular amount of time |
| 3785 |
The poor guy did three years inside for a crime he never committed. inside spending time in a prison |
| 3786 |
I had never seen the inside of a prison before. inside the inside of something the inner part of something |
| 3787 |
There were scratches all down the inside of my leg. inside the inside of something the part of something that faces inwards |
| 3788 |
We need to clean the inside of the windows as well as the outside. inside the part of something that faces inwards |
| 3789 |
a dead animal with its insides hanging out inside someone's inside(s) the organs in a body, especially the stomach or intestines |
| 3790 |
I'd eaten something that had upset my inside. inside someone's inside(s) the organs in a body, especially the stomach or intestines |
| 3791 |
If you want to know what is really happening in a company, ask the people on the inside. inside someone who is on the inside works in the organization or is a member of the group that you are talking about |
| 3792 |
We were faced with an impossible task. impossible if something is impossible, no one can do it or it cannot happen |
| 3793 |
It would be impossible to gather this information without using computers. impossible it is impossible to do something if something is impossible, no one can do it or it cannot happen |
| 3794 |
The job makes impossible demands on your patience. impossible extremely difficult to do or to deal with |
| 3795 |
This book is impossible to read without crying. impossible be impossible to do something extremely difficult to do or to deal with |
| 3796 |
Dealing with her illness makes life pretty impossible for the rest of the family. impossible make something impossible extremely difficult to do or to deal with |
| 3797 |
Young children are impossible at times. impossible someone who is impossible behaves in a way that is unreasonable and annoying |
| 3798 |
They're asking the impossible. impossible the impossible something that is impossible or very difficult to do |
| 3799 |
We're hoping to do the impossible and actually finish the work on time. impossible do perform the impossible something that is impossible or very difficult to do |
| 3800 |
I think I've seen you before somewhere. somewhere used for referring to a place when you do not know or say exactly where |
| 3801 |
I've lost my watch, but it must be somewhere in the house. somewhere used for referring to a place when you do not know or say exactly where |
| 3802 |
There's a restaurant somewhere around here that's supposed to be good. somewhere used for referring to a place when you do not know or say exactly where |
| 3803 |
I had to find somewhere to sit down. somewhere used for referring to a place when you do not know or say exactly where |
| 3804 |
Let's go somewhere nice for dinner. somewhere somewhere nice safe different etc used for referring to a place when you do not know or say exactly where |
| 3805 |
Dan's working for a company in Denmark or Norway or somewhere. somewhere or somewhere (=or a similar place) used for referring to a place when you do not know or say exactly where |
| 3806 |
If we don't provide a good service, customers will go somewhere else. somewhere somewhere else used for referring to a place when you do not know or say exactly where |
| 3807 |
You will earn somewhere between 20,000 and 25,000. somewhere somewhere around between over etc used when giving an amount that is not exact but that is a little more or less |
| 3808 |
There were somewhere around 50 people at the meeting. somewhere used when giving an amount that is not exact but that is a little more or less |
| 3809 |
I think at last we're getting somewhere. somewhere be getting somewhere to be making some progress |
| 3810 |
I'm trying to arrange a meeting with their sales director. arrange to make plans for something to happen, for example by agreeing a time and place |
| 3811 |
We're flying out on the 18th – it's all arranged. arrange to make plans for something to happen, for example by agreeing a time and place |
| 3812 |
Please arrange for a cab to pick me up at six. arrange arrange for someone to do something to make plans for something to happen, for example by agreeing a time and place |
| 3813 |
They arranged to go swimming the following day. arrange arrange to do something to make plans for something to happen, for example by agreeing a time and place |
| 3814 |
It was arranged that he'd meet us at 9.00. arrange arrange that to make plans for something to happen, for example by agreeing a time and place |
| 3815 |
The bank can arrange travel insurance for you. arrange to provide what someone needs, by doing what is necessary |
| 3816 |
Who is arranging the wedding? arrange to plan and manage the details of a project or event that involves many people |
| 3817 |
A helicopter food drop is being arranged by the Red Cross. arrange to plan and manage the details of a project or event that involves many people |
| 3818 |
Here is the list arranged chronologically. arrange to put things in a neat, attractive, or useful order |
| 3819 |
We'll need to arrange the chairs around the table. arrange to put things in a neat, attractive, or useful order |
| 3820 |
an old folk song arranged for the piano arrange to change a piece of music so that it is suitable for a particular type of voice or instrument |
| 3821 |
The baby usually sleeps in the afternoon. sleep to go into a natural state in which you are unconscious for a time and your body rests, especially for several hours at night |
| 3822 |
I didn't sleep very well last night. sleep sleep well soundly to go into a natural state in which you are unconscious for a time and your body rests, especially for several hours at night |
| 3823 |
We both slept badly and felt terrible the next day. sleep sleep badly to go into a natural state in which you are unconscious for a time and your body rests, especially for several hours at night |
| 3824 |
Our house at the beach sleeps six comfortably. sleep sleeps four six etc to have enough room or beds for a particular number of people to sleep in |
| 3825 |
New York City is sometimes called 'the city that never sleeps'. sleep if a place or building sleeps, all the people who live there are sleeping, especially at night |
| 3826 |
Don't ask him again. It's better to let sleeping dogs lie. sleep let sleeping dogs lie to leave a person or situation alone if they might cause you trouble |
| 3827 |
I slept the night at John's. sleep sleep the night to sleep at someone else's house for the night |
| 3828 |
Many teenagers are now sleeping rough on the streets. sleep sleep rough to sleep outside because you do not have anywhere to live |
| 3829 |
Babies need a lot of sleep. sleep a natural state in which you are unconscious for a time and your body rests, especially for several hours at night |
| 3830 |
I can't get to sleep if there's any noise. sleep get to sleep a natural state in which you are unconscious for a time and your body rests, especially for several hours at night |
| 3831 |
I woke up during the storm and couldn't get back to sleep. sleep a natural state in which you are unconscious for a time and your body rests, especially for several hours at night |
| 3832 |
You need to go home and get some sleep. sleep get some much any sleep a natural state in which you are unconscious for a time and your body rests, especially for several hours at night |
| 3833 |
A night without sleep left him red-eyed and haggard. sleep without sleep a natural state in which you are unconscious for a time and your body rests, especially for several hours at night |
| 3834 |
sleep deprivation sleep relating to sleep |
| 3835 |
Karen woke up from a long sleep and rubbed her eyes. sleep a period of time when you are sleeping |
| 3836 |
I think I'll have a sleep this afternoon. sleep have a sleep a period of time when you are sleeping |
| 3837 |
I haven't had a good night's sleep for over a week. sleep a good night's sleep a period of time when you are sleeping |
| 3838 |
She lay down and soon fell into a deep sleep. sleep a deep light sleep (=one that is difficult easy to wake up from) a period of time when you are sleeping |
| 3839 |
I've driven there so many times, I could do it in my sleep. sleep can do something in your sleep to be able to do something so easily that you do not need to think about it, especially because you have done it so many times before |
| 3840 |
What time do the kids usually go to sleep? sleep to begin sleeping |
| 3841 |
My foot's gone to sleep. sleep if a part of your body goes to sleep, you cannot feel it for a short time because it has not been getting enough blood |
| 3842 |
You were talking in your sleep last night. sleep in your sleep while you are sleeping |
| 3843 |
The motion of the car sent me to sleep. sleep to cause someone to begin sleeping |
| 3844 |
Listening to him talk about economics would put anyone to sleep. sleep to cause someone to begin sleeping |
| 3845 |
Poor old Spot had to be put to sleep. sleep put something to sleep to give an animal drugs so that it dies quickly without feeling any pain |
| 3846 |
I'm worried about my son's lack of progress in English. progress the process of developing or improving |
| 3847 |
Keep me informed about the progress of the project. progress progress of the process of developing or improving |
| 3848 |
There has not been much progress on the border issue. progress progress on in the process of developing or improving |
| 3849 |
The party called for further progress towards democracy. progress progress towards the process of developing or improving |
| 3850 |
Recently negotiators have made considerable progress in the talks. progress make progress the process of developing or improving |
| 3851 |
The documentary follows the progress of a candidate for Parliament. progress follow chart someone's progress the process of developing or improving |
| 3852 |
Government inspectors will monitor the progress of the scheme. progress monitor track progress (=watch how something develops) the process of developing or improving |
| 3853 |
a progress meeting report review progress relating to someone's or something's progress |
| 3854 |
the ship's slow progress across the harbour progress forward movement |
| 3855 |
Harwich Road will be closed while the maintenance work is in progress. progress in progress happening, or being done |
| 3856 |
Work on the project is progressing well. progress to continue to develop or move forward |
| 3857 |
The disease progresses fairly rapidly. progress to continue to develop or move forward |
| 3858 |
The talks have not progressed beyond the preliminary stage. progress progress beyond to continue to develop or move forward |
| 3859 |
We are progressing steadily towards a ban on nuclear testing. progress progress towards to continue to develop or move forward |
| 3860 |
Students have to progress through five separate levels. progress progress through to continue to develop or move forward |
| 3861 |
Our team have progressed to the second round of the competition. progress progress (from something) to something to continue to develop or move forward |
| 3862 |
They progressed along dark stone corridors. progress to move forward slowly |
| 3863 |
The situation improved as the century progressed. progress to move forward in time |
| 3864 |
We are meeting again tomorrow to try and progress the matter. progress to cause something such as an idea or a plan to move forward |
| 3865 |
an increase in the volume of traffic volume volume of an amount of something |
| 3866 |
The total volume of trade has reached 800 million. volume an amount of something |
| 3867 |
Some students cannot cope with the huge volume of work. volume large huge volume an amount of something |
| 3868 |
The petrol tank has a volume of over 20 gallons. volume the amount of space something fills, or the amount of space in a container |
| 3869 |
Let the bread rise to twice its original volume. volume the amount of space something fills, or the amount of space in a container |
| 3870 |
Can you turn the volume up a little, please? volume the loudness of a sound from a television, radio etc |
| 3871 |
the first volume in a new series of books on fine art volume a book |
| 3872 |
His ship sailed from Pearl Harbor on Monday. ship a very large boat used for carrying people or goods long distances |
| 3873 |
a cargo cruise supply ship ship a very large boat used for carrying people or goods long distances |
| 3874 |
There were over 350 passengers aboard ship. ship on board aboard ship a very large boat used for carrying people or goods long distances |
| 3875 |
Senior executives at the company were the first to desert the sinking ship. ship leave abandon desert a sinking ship to stop being involved in something that is becoming less and less successful |
| 3876 |
Mr Parker took over the chairmanship from Ron Simpson. #NAME? used with some nouns to make nouns meaning a particular job or position |
| 3877 |
He was honoured for his 25-year stewardship of the party. #NAME? used with some nouns to make a word meaning the period of time someone has a particular job or position |
| 3878 |
a lifelong friendship #NAME? used with some nouns to make a word meaning the period of time someone has a particular job or position |
| 3879 |
strong leadership #NAME? used with some nouns to make nouns meaning an ability or skill |
| 3880 |
the readership of the magazine #NAME? used with some nouns to make nouns meaning all the people in a particular group |
| 3881 |
Toxic waste is shipped from Western Europe to other countries. ship to send goods or people somewhere by ship |
| 3882 |
Your order was shipped on July 10th by first class mail. ship to send goods to customers, or to be sent to customers, usually by air or land |
| 3883 |
Version 4.0 should ship in a week or two. ship to send goods to customers, or to be sent to customers, usually by air or land |
| 3884 |
Under current legislation, factories must keep noise to a minimum. legislation a law, or a set of laws |
| 3885 |
She has called for legislation to eliminate handguns. legislation legislation to do something a law, or a set of laws |
| 3886 |
a complex piece of legislation legislation a piece of legislation a law, or a set of laws |
| 3887 |
The government should enact legislation to limit the powers of the police in such cases. legislation introduce pass enact adopt legislation a law, or a set of laws |
| 3888 |
The government has failed to demonstrate its commitment to the railways. commitment commitment to a strong belief that something is good and that you should support it |
| 3889 |
The Government will continue to honour its commitment to pensioners. commitment commitment to a promise to do something |
| 3890 |
He's a man who believes in fulfilling his commitments. commitment honour fulfil meet a commitment a promise to do something |
| 3891 |
We've made a commitment to help, and we will. commitment make a commitment (to do something) a promise to do something |
| 3892 |
I am delighted with the level of commitment you have all shown. commitment enthusiasm for something and a determination to work hard at it |
| 3893 |
Her laziness and lack of commitment are appalling. commitment lack of commitment enthusiasm for something and a determination to work hard at it |
| 3894 |
I can't do this job right now because of other commitments. commitment a duty or responsibility that you have accepted |
| 3895 |
He may have a large income, but he also has huge financial commitments. commitment financial commitments a duty or responsibility that you have accepted |
| 3896 |
He couldn't join the class because of work commitments. commitment family work teaching etc commitments a duty or responsibility that you have accepted |
| 3897 |
I try to avoid conflict wherever possible. conflict angry disagreement between people or groups |
| 3898 |
The issue provoked conflicts between the press and the police. conflict conflict between angry disagreement between people or groups |
| 3899 |
The management team is keen to resolve the conflict over wages. conflict conflict over angry disagreement between people or groups |
| 3900 |
She is in conflict with her employers over sickness pay. conflict be in conflict (with someone) angry disagreement between people or groups |
| 3901 |
He and his ex-wife frequently came into conflict. conflict come into conflict (with someone) angry disagreement between people or groups |
| 3902 |
diplomatic efforts to end the conflict in Liberia conflict fighting between countries or groups |
| 3903 |
the Arab-Israeli conflict conflict fighting between countries or groups |
| 3904 |
There is a conflict between the two sides of his personality. conflict conflict between a situation in which it is difficult for two things to exist together or be true at the same time |
| 3905 |
inner conflicts conflict a feeling of being nervous or unhappy because you want two different things at the same time |
| 3906 |
If the judge is related to the defendant there is a clear conflict of interest. conflict a situation in which someone cannot make fair decisions because they will be affected by the results |
| 3907 |
Our views on childcare often conflict. conflict if different ideas or opinions conflict, they cannot all be right or cannot all happen |
| 3908 |
His account conflicted with reports received from other journalists. conflict conflict with if different ideas or opinions conflict, they cannot all be right or cannot all happen |
| 3909 |
Put your dirty washing in the plastic bag. bag a container made of paper, plastic, or cloth, used for carrying or storing things |
| 3910 |
He was weighed down by shopping bags. bag a container made of paper, plastic, or cloth, used for carrying or storing things |
| 3911 |
a golf bag bag a container made of paper, plastic, or cloth, used for carrying or storing things |
| 3912 |
Can I borrow your black bag for the party? bag a handbag |
| 3913 |
The customs officials may want to search your bags. bag a suitcase or similar container in which you carry clothes and other things you need when you are travelling |
| 3914 |
an overnight bag bag a suitcase or similar container in which you carry clothes and other things you need when you are travelling |
| 3915 |
I've already used about half a bag of flour. bag bag of the things in a bag, or the amount that it contains |
| 3916 |
She threw him out bag and baggage. bag bag and baggage with all the things that you own |
| 3917 |
a young athlete with bags of potential bag bags of something a lot of something |
| 3918 |
It was a good interview and I thought the job was in the bag. bag be in the bag used for saying that you are certain to get or achieve something |
| 3919 |
Activity holidays aren't my bag. bag not someone's bag not something that you enjoy or are interested in |
| 3920 |
I spent the morning sorting and bagging old clothes. bag to put things into bags |
| 3921 |
I managed to bag us a table by the window. bag to get something before other people take it |
| 3922 |
Mandy was there, looking gorgeous as usual. gorgeous very beautiful |
| 3923 |
a gorgeous red and gold silk sari gorgeous very beautiful |
| 3924 |
gorgeous juicy prawns gorgeous very enjoyable or pleasant |
| 3925 |
The weather was absolutely gorgeous. gorgeous very enjoyable or pleasant |
| 3926 |
You can use fresh or tinned tomatoes for this recipe. fresh fresh food has been recently picked, caught, or prepared |
| 3927 |
Fresh salmon is much nicer than frozen. fresh fresh food has been recently picked, caught, or prepared |
| 3928 |
Our vegetables are fresh from the garden. fresh fresh from out of fresh food has been recently picked, caught, or prepared |
| 3929 |
Cooked meat will keep fresh for several days in the fridge. fresh still good to eat because of being prepared or produced recently |
| 3930 |
fresh footprints in the snow fresh recently done, made, or experienced |
| 3931 |
The details are still fresh in my mind. fresh recently done, made, or experienced |
| 3932 |
We need a completely fresh approach to the problem. fresh clearly new and different |
| 3933 |
The programme takes a fresh look at this difficult issue. fresh clearly new and different |
| 3934 |
The police made a fresh appeal for witnesses. fresh replacing or adding to a previous thing or amount |
| 3935 |
I've put fresh towels in your room. fresh replacing or adding to a previous thing or amount |
| 3936 |
The air smelled clean and fresh after the smoky little hut. fresh if something smells or tastes fresh, it smells or tastes pleasant and clean |
| 3937 |
I like drinks with a fresh lemony flavour. fresh if something smells or tastes fresh, it smells or tastes pleasant and clean |
| 3938 |
His cotton shirt looked crisp and fresh. fresh clean, bright, and attractive in appearance |
| 3939 |
her lovely fresh complexion fresh clean, bright, and attractive in appearance |
| 3940 |
The walls were painted in a lovely fresh blue. fresh used about colours |
| 3941 |
He was just a kid, fresh out of law school. fresh fresh from out of if someone is fresh from a particular place or situation, they have recently come from there |
| 3942 |
He came to Wimbledon fresh from his victory in the American Open. fresh if someone is fresh from a particular place or situation, they have recently come from there |
| 3943 |
I'm sorry, I'm fresh out of coffee. fresh fresh out of something used for saying that you have just finished all of your supply of a particular thing |
| 3944 |
the smell of fresh-baked bread fresh- new, or recent: used with past participles |
| 3945 |
We had to remove the lock on the door to gain entry. entry gain entry (=succeed in entering a place) the right or ability to go into a place |
| 3946 |
Officials have been refused entry to the two camps. entry refuse deny entry the right or ability to go into a place |
| 3947 |
Entry to the exhibition costs 5.50. entry entry to into the right or ability to go into a place |
| 3948 |
They were charged with illegal entry into the US. entry the act of entering a place |
| 3949 |
America's entry into the war entry entry to into the process of becoming involved in a situation |
| 3950 |
Older students are being denied entry into full-time education. entry entry to into the right to become a member of an organization, profession, or other group |
| 3951 |
Her diary entries for that month show how unhappy she was. entry a set of information that is part of a series of things written in a book, list, computer database etc |
| 3952 |
the dictionary entry for the word 'play' entry a set of information that is part of a series of things written in a book, list, computer database etc |
| 3953 |
The contest attracted entries from all over the country. entry something that you have to make or do when you take part in a competition |
| 3954 |
Life is not always fair. fair if a situation is fair, everyone is treated equally and in a reasonable way |
| 3955 |
Everyone has a right to a fair trial. fair if a situation is fair, everyone is treated equally and in a reasonable way |
| 3956 |
free and fair elections fair if a situation is fair, everyone is treated equally and in a reasonable way |
| 3957 |
It wouldn't be fair to the others if she is paid more. fair it is not fair to someone if a situation is fair, everyone is treated equally and in a reasonable way |
| 3958 |
Teachers have to be scrupulously fair in marking examination papers. fair a fair person treats everyone equally and in a reasonable way |
| 3959 |
We aim to provide healthy food at fair prices. fair a fair wage deal price reasonable and morally right |
| 3960 |
It is not fair to attack his personal life in this way. fair it is (not) fair to do something reasonable and morally right |
| 3961 |
We walked 3 miles to school, which is a fair distance. fair used for emphasizing that an amount, size, number etc is large |
| 3962 |
I had a fair idea of what he was going to say next. fair have a fair idea of something a fair guess or idea is reasonable and likely to be correct |
| 3963 |
His knowledge of Russian is very good though his Japanese is only fair. fair not bad but not very good |
| 3964 |
Be fair, they didn't really give her much of a chance. fair be fair used for telling someone to stop being unreasonable |
| 3965 |
She had to admit she'd been defeated fair and square. fair fair and square in a way that is clear and fair, so that no one can complain or disagree |
| 3966 |
Fair do's, they've worked hard to get where they are, but they're still grossly overpaid. fair fair do's used for drawing attention to something good about someone although you are criticizing other things about them |
| 3967 |
'She said she didn't want to work for anyone else.' 'OK, fair enough.' fair used for saying that you understand and accept what someone says |
| 3968 |
If you want to waste your time, fair enough, but don't waste mine too. fair used for saying that something seems reasonable but you do not agree with it completely |
| 3969 |
Fair's fair, I had the car yesterday so you can have it today. fair fair's fair used for saying that someone should accept something because it is fair |
| 3970 |
We won't hesitate to fight for a fair shake for American products. fair a fair shake a fair chance |
| 3971 |
I give you my word that everything you say will remain confidential. I can't say fairer than that. fair (I) can't say fairer than that used for saying that something is the best and fairest offer you can make |
| 3972 |
It's a fair bet that most people will get a cold at some point during the winter. fair it's a fair bet (that) used for saying that something seems likely to happen |
| 3973 |
I think it's fair to say that people are not happy about this tax rise. fair it's fair to say (that) used for saying that a particular statement is likely to be true |
| 3974 |
It is only fair to let him go. fair it is only fair used for saying that a particular action is correct or reasonable |
| 3975 |
It's only fair that I should pay half of the cost. fair it is only fair (that) used for saying that a particular action is correct or reasonable |
| 3976 |
Jean has had her fair share of tragedy. fair (more than) your fair share of something used for emphasizing that an amount is very large, especially an amount of something bad |
| 3977 |
If people are not going to play fair, we are going to have to lay down the law. fair play fair to behave in a way that is fair and honest and follows the rules |
| 3978 |
I'm confident we are set fair for a good recovery. fair seem look be set fair to seem likely to succeed |
| 3979 |
I have never liked their music, although, to be fair, millions of people disagree with me. fair to be fair used for making your criticism of someone or something seem less strong |
| 3980 |
an antiques art book fair fair an event where people or companies bring their products for you to look at or buy |
| 3981 |
The police chief promised tougher action against young criminals. promise to tell someone that you will definitely do something |
| 3982 |
Peter wished he'd never promised to help them. promise promise to do something to tell someone that you will definitely do something |
| 3983 |
Promise me you'll be home before dark. promise promise someone (that) to tell someone that you will definitely do something |
| 3984 |
We always promised ourselves that we'd visit Hawaii one day. promise to tell someone that you will definitely do something |
| 3985 |
Relief organizations are promising aid to the country. promise promise something to someone promise someone something to tell someone that you will definitely do something |
| 3986 |
She phoned at 9 am, as promised. promise as promised (=in the way that had been promised) to tell someone that you will definitely do something |
| 3987 |
Ellen promised faithfully not to open her present until her birthday. promise promise faithfully (=very strongly) to tell someone that you will definitely do something |
| 3988 |
This evening promises to be a lot of fun. promise to make it seem likely that something will happen |
| 3989 |
I will be there, I promise you. promise I promise (you) used for emphasizing that what you are saying is true |
| 3990 |
the party's election promises promise a statement in which you say that something will definitely happen, or you will definitely do something |
| 3991 |
Audrey remembered her promise to her father that she would work harder. promise promise to a statement in which you say that something will definitely happen, or you will definitely do something |
| 3992 |
I'll try, but I'm not making any promises! promise make give a promise a statement in which you say that something will definitely happen, or you will definitely do something |
| 3993 |
You made a promise to deal with it immediately. promise a promise to do something a statement in which you say that something will definitely happen, or you will definitely do something |
| 3994 |
He swore he would return one day, and he kept his promise. promise keep a promise a statement in which you say that something will definitely happen, or you will definitely do something |
| 3995 |
The army broke its promise to return the country to civilian rule. promise break a promise a statement in which you say that something will definitely happen, or you will definitely do something |
| 3996 |
The promise of permanent employment is almost non-existent today. promise promise of a strong suggestion that something will happen or be given |
| 3997 |
Settlers supported the king in return for the promise of land. promise a strong suggestion that something will happen or be given |
| 3998 |
Life was hopeful and full of promise. promise signs that someone or something is likely to be successful in the future |
| 3999 |
Her invention failed to fulfil its initial promise. promise signs that someone or something is likely to be successful in the future |
| 4000 |
He shows great promise as an interpreter. promise show promise signs that someone or something is likely to be successful in the future |
| 4001 |
This technology holds considerable promise for improving inner city living conditions. promise hold promise signs that someone or something is likely to be successful in the future |
| 4002 |
the promise of an early spring promise promise of a sign that something is likely to happen |
| 4003 |
'I'll get you, just you wait!' 'Promises, promises.' promise promises, promises used for saying that you do not think that someone will do what they say they will do |
| 4004 |
Introductions are unnecessary since you all know each other. introduction the process of telling someone another person's name when they meet for the first time |
| 4005 |
Donna quickly made the introductions. introduction make the introductions (=tell people each other's names) the process of telling someone another person's name when they meet for the first time |
| 4006 |
Opposition to the tax has decreased since its introduction last year. introduction the process of bringing something into existence or use for the first time |
| 4007 |
the introduction of new cancer-fighting drugs introduction the process of bringing something into existence or use for the first time |
| 4008 |
You won't get into the subject deeply, but the course is a good introduction. introduction something that provides an opportunity to learn or experience something for the first time |
| 4009 |
My introduction to sailing happened on a trip to Switzerland. introduction introduction to something that provides an opportunity to learn or experience something for the first time |
| 4010 |
The band needs no introduction from me. introduction need no introduction used for saying that someone or something is so well known that it is not necessary to say who they are |
| 4011 |
a senior officer teacher manager senior with a high rank or position |
| 4012 |
There are only two posts that are senior to mine. senior senior to with a rank or position that is higher than someone else's |
| 4013 |
Only senior students can leave the premises at lunchtime. senior older |
| 4014 |
the senior competition senior involving old people |
| 4015 |
the career of Douglas Fairbanks Senior senior used after someone's name to refer to the older of two people with the same name in the same family |
| 4016 |
Her husband is fifteen years her senior. senior be two three etc years someone's senior to be two three etc years older than someone |
| 4017 |
The manner of his death aroused a lot of interest in the media. manner manner of the way that you do something, or the way that something happens |
| 4018 |
Customers should be treated in a courteous, friendly manner. manner in a the...manner the way that you do something, or the way that something happens |
| 4019 |
Things had been done in the same manner for centuries. manner the way that you do something, or the way that something happens |
| 4020 |
The salesman's aggressive manner put us off. manner a way of behaving or speaking |
| 4021 |
Children learn manners by observing their parents. manner traditionally accepted ways of behaving that show a polite respect for other people |
| 4022 |
It's bad manners to interrupt someone. manner good bad manners traditionally accepted ways of behaving that show a polite respect for other people |
| 4023 |
I forgot to say goodbye. They'll think I have no manners at all. manner have no manners (=behave badly) traditionally accepted ways of behaving that show a polite respect for other people |
| 4024 |
German middle-class manners manner the customs or accepted social behaviour of a particular group of people |
| 4025 |
The market has all manner of interesting things for sale. manner all manner of something a great variety of people or things |
| 4026 |
She took to her new life as to the manner born. manner (as) to the manner born as if a particular activity or style of living is completely natural for you |
| 4027 |
He passed his hands in front of my eyes in the manner of a hypnotist. manner in the manner of in the style of a particular person or thing |
| 4028 |
'So are you retired now?' 'In a manner of speaking, yes. But I still do some work.' manner in a manner of speaking used for saying that something is generally correct, but not exactly |
| 4029 |
I haven't given up hope by any manner of means. manner not by any manner of means not at all |
| 4030 |
What manner of man would commit such a crime? manner what manner of someone used for emphasis when asking a question |
| 4031 |
students from very different backgrounds background the type of family, social position, or culture that someone comes from |
| 4032 |
His musical background helps him a lot in his job. background the type of career, training, or education that someone has had |
| 4033 |
We are looking for writers with a background in law. background background in the type of career, training, or education that someone has had |
| 4034 |
The talks have been taking place against a background of increasing violence. background background of the general situation in which something happens |
| 4035 |
Let me give you a bit of background about myself. background information about what has happened in the past that helps you to understand the present situation |
| 4036 |
We need to know the background to the case. background background to information about what has happened in the past that helps you to understand the present situation |
| 4037 |
You'll need some background information on the local economy. background background information knowledge material information about what has happened in the past that helps you to understand the present situation |
| 4038 |
a red cross on a white background background the part of a picture or pattern that is behind the main people or things in it. The main person or thing is in the foreground |
| 4039 |
a picture of palm trees with mountains in the background background behind the main person or thing you are looking at |
| 4040 |
I could hear a TV in the background. background a sound in the background can be heard in addition to the main thing you are listening to |
| 4041 |
Jo does the publicity work, while Ed stays very much in the background. background in a place or situation in which people do not notice you |
| 4042 |
Beth reached out and touched his cheek. touch to put your hand or part of your body on someone or something |
| 4043 |
He was careful not to touch the blood. touch to put your hand or part of your body on someone or something |
| 4044 |
'Be quiet!' she said, touching her finger to her lips. touch touch something to something (=move something so that it touches something else) to put your hand or part of your body on someone or something |
| 4045 |
He touched the napkin briefly to his chin. touch to put your hand or part of your body on someone or something |
| 4046 |
Kate touched a button and the machine whirred into action. touch to press something in a light way with your finger or foot to make something work |
| 4047 |
It was the first time he had touched her. touch to put your hand on someone's body in a sexual way |
| 4048 |
The chair was so high that his feet couldn't touch the ground. touch if two things touch, or if something touches something else, there is no space between them |
| 4049 |
They stood next to each other, barely touching. touch if two things touch, or if something touches something else, there is no space between them |
| 4050 |
His comments really touched me. touch to affect your emotions, especially so that you feel sad or sympathetic |
| 4051 |
He was touched by their suffering and offered to help. touch to affect your emotions, especially so that you feel sad or sympathetic |
| 4052 |
The plight of the orphans has touched the hearts of thousands of people. touch touch someone's heart to affect your emotions, especially so that you feel sad or sympathetic |
| 4053 |
I was really touched by the flowers he sent. touch to feel grateful because someone has been very kind to you |
| 4054 |
Eric was touched by her concern. touch to feel grateful because someone has been very kind to you |
| 4055 |
She touched many people's lives through her charity work. touch to change or influence someone or something in a positive way |
| 4056 |
The old farmhouse has hardly been touched by modern trends. touch to change something in a way that is noticeable |
| 4057 |
A trace of a smile touched her lips. touch if an expression, especially a smile, touches your lips or eyes, you have it for a short time |
| 4058 |
She was so upset that she had barely touched her food. touch to eat or drink a particular thing |
| 4059 |
I never touch meat or dairy products. touch to eat or drink a particular thing |
| 4060 |
Don't touch anything of mine while I'm away. touch to use something |
| 4061 |
I haven't touched any of the money she left me. touch to use something |
| 4062 |
I haven't touched the garden for weeks. touch to work on something |
| 4063 |
I wouldn't touch such a difficult piece of work. touch to deal with a particular subject, situation etc |
| 4064 |
Most employers won't touch you if you've got a criminal record. touch to deal with or accept someone |
| 4065 |
Police recorded him driving at speeds touching 120 miles per hour. touch to reach a particular amount or level |
| 4066 |
He hardly touched the ball during the game. touch to hit or kick a ball in a game |
| 4067 |
He is a great sportsman, but he can't touch his brother. touch to be as good as someone or something else |
| 4068 |
He was suddenly touched by a strange sense of panic. touch be touched by something to be affected by a particular quality or feeling |
| 4069 |
Eileen's innocent remark seemed to have touched a nerve. touch touch a nerve to upset someone, or to make them angry |
| 4070 |
Ben's making a good recovery, touch wood. touch touch wood used when you have said that you have had good luck in order to prevent bad luck from happening to you. People sometimes touch something made of wood when they say this |
| 4071 |
The touch of his hand sent a thrill through her body. touch the action of putting your hand or part of your body on someone or something |
| 4072 |
She felt the touch of his lips on her back. touch the action of putting your hand or part of your body on someone or something |
| 4073 |
'Do you want milk in your coffee?' 'Just a touch, please.' touch a very small amount of a substance |
| 4074 |
Add a touch of vinegar. touch touch of a very small amount of a substance |
| 4075 |
The curtains are a touch on the long side. touch slightly |
| 4076 |
Things will be a touch easier next month. touch slightly |
| 4077 |
Children's imaginations can be stimulated through sight, touch, and smell. touch the sense that tells you what something feels like, through your skin or when you put your fingers on it |
| 4078 |
The flowers in the room were a nice touch. touch a small feature that improves something |
| 4079 |
Lace added a decorative touch to the tablecloth. touch a small feature that improves something |
| 4080 |
The hotel provides good service and the personal touch. touch personal feminine human professional touch a particular quality that someone can add to a situation |
| 4081 |
Jane Pickard is the businesswoman with a magic touch. touch magic touch (=a special and successful quality) a particular quality that someone can add to a situation |
| 4082 |
Charlotte has really developed a touch for Mexican cooking. touch your ability to do something well |
| 4083 |
Cusack promptly scored with his first touch. touch the action of hitting or kicking a ball |
| 4084 |
It was a while before Robertson began to find his touch. touch find your touch to start to do something very well |
| 4085 |
The band is putting the finishing touches to their third album. touch finishing final touch something that you add or do to make something complete |
| 4086 |
I'll be in touch next week about our trip to Paris. touch to see, speak to, or write to someone |
| 4087 |
Are you still in touch with any friends from university? touch to see, speak to, or write to someone |
| 4088 |
I must get in touch with the bank and arrange an overdraft. touch to speak or write to someone, especially after you have not spoken to them for a long time |
| 4089 |
They moved away five years ago, but we still keep in touch. touch to continue to write or speak to someone although you do not see them often |
| 4090 |
We stayed in close touch while they were in Johannesburg. touch keep stay in close touch (=speak or write to someone often) to continue to write or speak to someone although you do not see them often |
| 4091 |
Maria put me in touch with a great acupuncturist in London. touch to tell someone the name, telephone number etc of a person or organization that can give them information or help |
| 4092 |
Emma felt she wasn't in touch with her own emotions. touch to understand feelings or a situation very well |
| 4093 |
To be successful in business, you must keep in touch with the market. touch to continue to understand and know about a situation or subject |
| 4094 |
You haven't sold anything today. You must be losing your touch. touch lose your touch to no longer be good at doing something |
| 4095 |
I haven't taught for a while so I'm a little out of touch. touch to no longer have recent knowledge or information about something |
| 4096 |
She's a nice woman, but she's not a soft touch. touch a soft an easy touch someone who can be persuaded very easily to do something, for example to give you money |
| 4097 |
'You seem really interested,' he said with a touch of irony. touch a touch of something a small amount of a quality |
| 4098 |
Winter flowers add a welcome touch of colour to the garden. touch add bring a touch of something a small amount of a quality |
| 4099 |
The fabric felt soft to the touch. touch to the touch used for describing the way that something feels |
| 4100 |
Bake the cake until it is firm to the touch. touch to the touch used for describing the way that something feels |
| 4101 |
The details may vary, but all of these savings plans have the same basic goal. vary to be different in different situations |
| 4102 |
Car taxes will now vary according to the amount of carbon dioxide a particular car emits. vary vary according to depending on to be different in different situations |
| 4103 |
Fees vary with the size of the job. vary vary with to be different in different situations |
| 4104 |
People's reactions to the drug can vary widely. vary vary considerably greatly widely enormously to be different in different situations |
| 4105 |
The planning laws vary from town to town. vary vary from... to... to be different in different situations |
| 4106 |
Rooms vary in size but all have television and telephone. vary vary in size degree length etc if two or more things vary, they are different from each other |
| 4107 |
Attitudes vary between individuals, societies, and cultures. vary vary between if two or more things vary, they are different from each other |
| 4108 |
We may vary these rates in line with interest rates. vary to change something |
| 4109 |
The software allows you to vary the size of the print. vary to change something |
| 4110 |
I'm trying to vary the children's diet a little. vary to make changes to something in order to make it more interesting |
| 4111 |
a sexual relationship partner sexual involving or relating to sex |
| 4112 |
sexual desire feelings sexual involving or relating to sex |
| 4113 |
There was nothing overtly sexual about the photograph. sexual involving or relating to sex |
| 4114 |
sexual politics sexual concerning relationships between men and women, or the way that people think men and women should behave |
| 4115 |
sexual stereotyping sexual concerning relationships between men and women, or the way that people think men and women should behave |
| 4116 |
sexual reproduction sexual involving the joining of male and female cells |
| 4117 |
She found him sexually attractive. sexual |
| 4118 |
Employees had been sexually harassed. sexual |
| 4119 |
He lives in an ordinary house in suburban Melbourne. ordinary normal or average, and not unusual or special |
| 4120 |
It was just an ordinary Saturday morning. ordinary normal or average, and not unusual or special |
| 4121 |
From the outside it looked like a perfectly ordinary shed. ordinary perfectly ordinary normal or average, and not unusual or special |
| 4122 |
But this was no ordinary cat – this cat could open doors. ordinary no ordinary... (=a special or unusual example of something) normal or average, and not unusual or special |
| 4123 |
Did the president meet any ordinary Mexicans? ordinary ordinary people are not famous, rich, or powerful |
| 4124 |
the needs of ordinary citizens ordinary ordinary people are not famous, rich, or powerful |
| 4125 |
The inside of the house is rather ordinary. ordinary plain and not especially good, interesting, or impressive |
| 4126 |
I didn't notice anything out of the ordinary. ordinary out of the ordinary unusual, or different |
| 4127 |
a medicine cabinet cabinet a piece of furniture with doors and shelves or drawers that is used for storing things or for showing attractive objects |
| 4128 |
the kitchen cabinets cabinet a piece of furniture with doors and shelves or drawers that is used for storing things or for showing attractive objects |
| 4129 |
The PM called a meeting of his cabinet. cabinet a group of members of a government who are chosen by the leader of the government to give advice and be responsible for its policies. In the British political system, members of the cabinet are called cabinet ministers and each minister is usually the head of one of the main government departments, such as Health or Defence |
| 4130 |
a cabinet meeting cabinet a group of members of a government who are chosen by the leader of the government to give advice and be responsible for its policies. In the British political system, members of the cabinet are called cabinet ministers and each minister is usually the head of one of the main government departments, such as Health or Defence |
| 4131 |
a painting by Picasso painting a picture made using paint |
| 4132 |
After retirement he took up painting and photography. painting the activity of using paint to create a picture |
| 4133 |
He does jobs for me like painting and decorating. painting the activity of using paint to cover something such as a wall, door, or piece of furniture |
| 4134 |
Towns only a few miles apart can have entirely different dialects. entirely completely, or in every way |
| 4135 |
The task is to be handled entirely by federal employees. entirely completely, or in every way |
| 4136 |
The city of Napier was entirely rebuilt after an earthquake in 1931. entirely completely, or in every way |
| 4137 |
It's entirely possible that the two leaders will discuss a treaty today. entirely used for emphasizing what you are saying |
| 4138 |
I'm not entirely sure I like the tone of your question. entirely not entirely used for emphasizing what you are saying |
| 4139 |
a jet diesel steam engine engine a machine with moving parts that uses a fuel to produce movement, for example in a road vehicle or aircraft |
| 4140 |
Industrialization is the most important engine of economic growth. engine engine of something that causes a process to happen |
| 4141 |
She was previously employed as a research scientist. previously before the present time, or before the time you are discussing |
| 4142 |
Three years previously, he had met Susan. previously before the present time, or before the time you are discussing |
| 4143 |
Too much is spent on administration, and not enough on patient care. administration the activities involved in managing a business, organization, or institution |
| 4144 |
He is not involved in the administration of the scheme. administration the process of being responsible for managing a business, organization, or institution |
| 4145 |
Nobody in the administration would take responsibility. administration the people responsible for managing a business, organization, or institution |
| 4146 |
The Clinton administration created over one million new jobs. administration the government of a country |
| 4147 |
the administration of the rural counties administration the activity of governing a country or region |
| 4148 |
the Federal Aviation Administration administration a department of the US government |
| 4149 |
the regular administration of antibiotics administration the action of giving someone a drug |
| 4150 |
Phone me tonight when you get there. tonight in the evening or during the night of today |
| 4151 |
It's cooler tonight than it was last night. tonight in the evening or during the night of today |
| 4152 |
The Prime Minister will attend tonight's performance. tonight the evening or night of today |
| 4153 |
Tickets are 2.50 for adults and 1.50 for children. adult someone who is no longer a child and is legally responsible for their actions |
| 4154 |
She was born in Vietnam but has spent most of her adult life in the US. adult your adult life is the whole period of your life after you have become an adult |
| 4155 |
59% of the adult population adult involving people who are adults |
| 4156 |
a book enjoyed by young and adult readers adult involving people who are adults |
| 4157 |
Can you try and be a little more adult about this? adult sensible or serious |
| 4158 |
an adult cat adult completely grown |
| 4159 |
Which do you prefer, the red or the blue one? prefer to like or want someone or something more than someone or something else |
| 4160 |
I much prefer your hair like that. prefer much prefer someone something to like or want someone or something more than someone or something else |
| 4161 |
Even today, most Americans prefer coffee to tea. prefer prefer someone something to someone something to like or want someone or something more than someone or something else |
| 4162 |
Do you prefer to exercise indoors or out of doors? prefer prefer to do something to like or want someone or something more than someone or something else |
| 4163 |
I prefer working on my own. prefer prefer doing something to like or want someone or something more than someone or something else |
| 4164 |
I'd prefer you to drive, if you don't mind. prefer prefer someone to do something to like or want someone or something more than someone or something else |
| 4165 |
I prefer my curry a little spicier. prefer prefer something (to be) something to like or want someone or something more than someone or something else |
| 4166 |
I'd prefer that the job were a little closer to my home. prefer would prefer (that) to like or want someone or something more than someone or something else |
| 4167 |
The doctor would prefer it if you could come a little earlier. prefer someone would prefer it if to like or want someone or something more than someone or something else |
| 4168 |
The original is definitely to be preferred to this inferior new version. prefer something is to be preferred to something to like or want someone or something more than someone or something else |
| 4169 |
I would prefer it if you didn't smoke in here. prefer I would prefer it if used for telling someone politely not to do something |
| 4170 |
The alleged victim said she did not wish to prefer charges. prefer prefer charges (against someone) to officially accuse someone of a crime |
| 4171 |
Nobel Prize winning author, Alexander Solzhenitsyn author someone who writes books, articles etc, especially as their job |
| 4172 |
the author of the report author the person who writes a particular document or other piece of writing |
| 4173 |
Wray was the author of his own misfortune. author the person who is responsible for something |
| 4174 |
The book is authored by six leading historians. author to be the writer of a book, document etc |
| 4175 |
The actual number of people killed is not yet known. actual used for emphasizing what is really true or exact compared with a general idea |
| 4176 |
We don't know her actual date of birth. actual used for emphasizing what is really true or exact compared with a general idea |
| 4177 |
How does your department's actual performance compare with your plan and budget? actual used for emphasizing what is really true or exact compared with what people expected |
| 4178 |
The actual situation was quite different. actual used for emphasizing what is really true or exact compared with what people expected |
| 4179 |
The play is based on actual events. actual used for emphasizing that something is real and not imaginary or part of an idea or plan |
| 4180 |
Do you have any actual experience of catering work? actual used for emphasizing that something is real and not imaginary or part of an idea or plan |
| 4181 |
All I have to do now is write the actual letter. actual used for emphasizing the word that follows |
| 4182 |
She knew the words to every song that came on the radio. song a piece of music with words that you sing |
| 4183 |
a popular patriotic folk song song a piece of music with words that you sing |
| 4184 |
He sang a beautiful love song. song sing a song a piece of music with words that you sing |
| 4185 |
festivals of traditional music and song song the art or activity of singing |
| 4186 |
Every morning she made a great song and dance about getting ready for school. song make a song and dance about something to complain a lot about something in an annoying and unnecessary way |
| 4187 |
There were no new suspects in the murder, but the investigation is continuing. investigation the process of trying to find out all the details or facts about something in order to discover who or what caused it or how it happened |
| 4188 |
the investigation into the crash of Flight 803 investigation investigation of into the process of trying to find out all the details or facts about something in order to discover who or what caused it or how it happened |
| 4189 |
She is still under investigation (=being investigated) by the Spanish police. investigation be under investigation the process of trying to find out all the details or facts about something in order to discover who or what caused it or how it happened |
| 4190 |
By this time we had debts of over 15,000. debt an amount of money that you owe |
| 4191 |
She had run up debts of nearly 10,000. debt run up a debt (=let it increase) an amount of money that you owe |
| 4192 |
Many people experience difficulty in paying off their debts. debt pay (off) repay a debt an amount of money that you owe |
| 4193 |
She agreed to settle her sister's debts. debt clear settle a debt (=pay all of it) an amount of money that you owe |
| 4194 |
The bank finally agreed to cancel the debt. debt cancel write off a debt (=decide that it does not have to be paid) an amount of money that you owe |
| 4195 |
I don't like being in debt to anyone. debt be in debt (to someone) a situation in which you owe money to other people |
| 4196 |
She was terrified of getting into debt. debt go get run into debt a situation in which you owe money to other people |
| 4197 |
Many students are heavily in debt. debt heavily deeply in debt a situation in which you owe money to other people |
| 4198 |
I owe a debt of gratitude to my father, who has always supported me. debt owe a debt of gratitude to someone an obligation to be grateful to someone because they have done something for you |
| 4199 |
The National Parks are attracting more visitors than ever. visitor someone who visits a place or a person |
| 4200 |
Did you have any visitors today? visitor someone who visits a place or a person |
| 4201 |
Visitors to the museum will notice many improvements. visitor visitor to someone who visits a place or a person |
| 4202 |
Visitors to our website can purchase books online. visitor someone who looks at a particular page on the Internet |
| 4203 |
My aunt loved to walk in the forest at sunrise. forest a large area of land covered by trees and other plants growing close together |
| 4204 |
Acid rain is already destroying large areas of forest. forest a large area of land covered by trees and other plants growing close together |
| 4205 |
a forest fire forest a large area of land covered by trees and other plants growing close together |
| 4206 |
Can you repeat what you just said, please? repeat to say or write something again |
| 4207 |
The first line is repeated throughout the poem. repeat to say or write something again |
| 4208 |
If you repeat those allegations, we will consult our lawyers. repeat to say or write something again |
| 4209 |
He repeated that he was not interested in buying a new car. repeat repeat that to say or write something again |
| 4210 |
If you don't pass this exam you'll have to repeat a year. repeat to do something again, or to make something happen again |
| 4211 |
Repeat the exercise eight times with each leg. repeat to do something again, or to make something happen again |
| 4212 |
When they repeated the experiment, the results were completely different. repeat to do something again, or to make something happen again |
| 4213 |
I'll tell you a secret, but please don't repeat it to anyone. repeat to tell someone something that someone else has told you |
| 4214 |
She can repeat the poem from memory (=without looking at it). repeat to say or write something that you have heard or read because you are trying to learn or understand it |
| 4215 |
The students carefully repeated the words after the teacher. repeat repeat something after someone to say or write something that you have heard or read because you are trying to learn or understand it |
| 4216 |
Sally sometimes becomes confused and repeats herself. repeat repeat yourself to say or write the same words or idea that you said before, often without realizing that you are doing it |
| 4217 |
There's nothing but repeats on TV tonight. repeat a television or radio programme that is broadcast again |
| 4218 |
Police fear a repeat of last weekend's riots. repeat repeat of an event, action, situation etc that happens again or is similar to one that happened before |
| 4219 |
We don't want a repeat performance of yesterday's argument, do we? repeat a repeat performance (=something that happens again, especially something bad) an event, action, situation etc that happens again or is similar to one that happened before |
| 4220 |
We offer special discounts to our repeat customers. repeat repeat business customers customers who buy products or services from a particular business more than once |
| 4221 |
a piece of wood wood the substance that forms the main part of a tree and is used for making things such as furniture |
| 4222 |
the polished dark wood of an antique table wood the substance that forms the main part of a tree and is used for making things such as furniture |
| 4223 |
They stopped encouraging people to cut wood for fuel. wood cut chop wood the substance that forms the main part of a tree and is used for making things such as furniture |
| 4224 |
a wood floor wood made from wood |
| 4225 |
a wood stove wood using wood as a fuel |
| 4226 |
I often walk the dog in the woods behind our house. wood a small forest |
| 4227 |
There has been a slight upturn in the economy, but we're not out of the woods yet. wood not be out of the woods yet used for saying that a situation is still difficult although it has improved |
| 4228 |
the contrast between her life before the accident and now contrast contrast between a noticeable difference between people or things |
| 4229 |
In contrast to his predecessor, Bush has little interest in foreign travel. contrast a noticeable difference between people or things |
| 4230 |
The little village was a total contrast to San Francisco. contrast contrast to something that is different from something else in a very noticeable way |
| 4231 |
The technology sector is doing badly. Old economy stocks, by contrast, are performing well again. contrast by in contrast used when you are comparing two things or people and saying that the second one is very different from the first |
| 4232 |
In contrast to his predecessor, Bush has little appetite for foreign travel. contrast in contrast to someone by contrast with something used when you are comparing two things or people and saying that the second one is very different from the first |
| 4233 |
Johnny's friendliness was in marked contrast to his brother's rude behaviour. contrast in marked sharp stark striking contrast to used when you are comparing two things or people and saying that the second one is very different from the first |
| 4234 |
Her views stand in stark contrast to those of her colleagues. contrast stand be in contrast to to be very different from something else |
| 4235 |
Her dark hair contrasted sharply with her pale silk gown. contrast contrast with if one thing contrasts with another, the two things are different from each other, often in a noticeable or interesting way |
| 4236 |
The poverty of the southern district contrasts markedly with the affluence of the northern suburbs. contrast if one thing contrasts with another, the two things are different from each other, often in a noticeable or interesting way |
| 4237 |
When you contrast their work records, Julie is clearly more qualified. contrast to compare two things in order to show how they are different |
| 4238 |
He contrasted his party's record on unemployment with that of the last government. contrast contrast someone something with someone something to compare two things in order to show how they are different |
| 4239 |
He knows the area extremely well. extremely very: used for emphasizing an adjective or adverb |
| 4240 |
It is extremely important to record everything that happens. extremely very: used for emphasizing an adjective or adverb |
| 4241 |
These negotiations will be extremely difficult for the company. extremely very: used for emphasizing an adjective or adverb |
| 4242 |
daily hourly weekly wage wage an amount of money that you earn for working, usually according to how many hours or days you work each week or month |
| 4243 |
They're protesting about low wages. wage an amount of money that you earn for working, usually according to how many hours or days you work each week or month |
| 4244 |
The union demanded a four per cent wage increase. wage wage rise increase relating to wages |
| 4245 |
Wage levels in manufacturing and mining dropped again last month. wage wage rates levels relating to wages |
| 4246 |
The government has pledged to wage war on drugs. wage wage war (on) to start and to continue a war or a fight |
| 4247 |
a cosy domestic scene domestic relating to people's homes and family life |
| 4248 |
domestic chores domestic relating to people's homes and family life |
| 4249 |
a programme that gives some insight into the domestic life of the Victorians domestic relating to people's homes and family life |
| 4250 |
domestic appliances such as freezers and dishwashers domestic used in or designed for the home |
| 4251 |
domestic politics domestic relating to the country being talked about, and not other countries |
| 4252 |
The domestic economy showed no improvement. domestic relating to the country being talked about, and not other countries |
| 4253 |
You go to the same terminal for domestic and international flights. domestic relating to the country being talked about, and not other countries |
| 4254 |
the habits of the domestic cat domestic a domestic animal is one that is kept as a pet or on a farm |
| 4255 |
The study aims to find out what makes people commit crimes. commit commit a crime an offence to do something illegal or morally wrong |
| 4256 |
conspiracy to commit murder commit commit murder a robbery etc to do something illegal or morally wrong |
| 4257 |
He had admitted to committing adultery. commit commit adultery to do something illegal or morally wrong |
| 4258 |
Reports suggest that the singer committed suicide. commit commit suicide to do something illegal or morally wrong |
| 4259 |
The agreement commits them to a minimum number of performances per year. commit commit someone to (doing) something to make someone agree or promise to do something |
| 4260 |
He would have to commit to spending several thousand pounds. commit commit to (doing) something to promise to do something |
| 4261 |
I do not want to commit to any particular date. commit to promise to do something |
| 4262 |
He's not ready to commit. commit to decide to have a permanent relationship with someone |
| 4263 |
They'll have to commit more money to the project if it's to succeed. commit commit something to something to say that you will use available things or people for a particular purpose |
| 4264 |
The judge committed the men to prison for contempt of court. commit commit someone to something to say officially that someone must go to prison |
| 4265 |
He committed the entire letter to memory. commit commit something to memory to study something carefully so that you can remember it exactly |
| 4266 |
Take a little time to think before committing yourself. commit to agree to do something important |
| 4267 |
I have committed myself to the task for at least the coming year. commit commit yourself to (doing) something to agree to do something important |
| 4268 |
It was the first time in his life that he had committed himself to a woman. commit commit yourself to to decide to have a permanent relationship with someone |
| 4269 |
She won't commit herself either way. commit to give a definite opinion or make a definite decision |
| 4270 |
His wallet got nicked when he was on holiday. nick to steal something |
| 4271 |
He nicked his finger opening a tin. nick to cut the surface of something slightly |
| 4272 |
The swimmers were rescued in the nick of time. nick in the nick of time just in time to prevent something bad happening |
| 4273 |
Officials were confident there had been no threat to public health. threat threat to a situation or an activity that could cause harm or danger |
| 4274 |
a threat to freedom democracy threat a situation or an activity that could cause harm or danger |
| 4275 |
The dispute poses a direct threat (=is a threat) to peace. threat pose a threat a situation or an activity that could cause harm or danger |
| 4276 |
She is not viewed as a threat by her former employer. threat someone who might defeat you or might cause problems for you |
| 4277 |
He saw the other man as a real threat to his marriage. threat threat to someone who might defeat you or might cause problems for you |
| 4278 |
Constant threat of attack makes everyday life dangerous here. threat threat of the possibility that something bad is going to happen |
| 4279 |
The threat of full-scale war has not been averted. threat the possibility that something bad is going to happen |
| 4280 |
They face the threat of terrorism every day. threat face a threat the possibility that something bad is going to happen |
| 4281 |
He would not make threats he wasn't prepared to carry out. threat make issue a threat an occasion when someone says that they will cause you harm or problems, especially if you do not do what they tell you to do |
| 4282 |
After threats of legal action they stopped the building work. threat threat of an occasion when someone says that they will cause you harm or problems, especially if you do not do what they tell you to do |
| 4283 |
This isn't just an idle threat. threat an idle empty threat (=a threat that is not serious) an occasion when someone says that they will cause you harm or problems, especially if you do not do what they tell you to do |
| 4284 |
A bomb threat forced them to make an emergency landing. threat a bomb threat an occasion when someone says that they will cause you harm or problems, especially if you do not do what they tell you to do |
| 4285 |
He had received death threats. threat death threats an occasion when someone says that they will cause you harm or problems, especially if you do not do what they tell you to do |
| 4286 |
An ancient religious custom is under threat. threat likely to be harmed or damaged |
| 4287 |
These developments meant that the peace effort came under threat. threat come under threat (=start being under threat) likely to be harmed or damaged |
| 4288 |
Any contract made under threat of violence is not legal. threat under threat of because of being threatened |
| 4289 |
The children go to school by bus. bus by bus a large road vehicle with a lot of seats that you pay to travel on, especially one that takes you fairly short distances and stops frequently |
| 4290 |
We took a bus into the centre of town. bus take catch a bus a large road vehicle with a lot of seats that you pay to travel on, especially one that takes you fairly short distances and stops frequently |
| 4291 |
If we don't leave soon, we'll miss the last bus. bus miss the bus (=not reach it before it leaves) a large road vehicle with a lot of seats that you pay to travel on, especially one that takes you fairly short distances and stops frequently |
| 4292 |
The following night the delegates will be bussed to the beautiful Springfield Castle. bus to take someone somewhere by bus |
| 4293 |
It was warm enough for us to sit outside. warm fairly hot in a way that is comfortable and pleasant |
| 4294 |
I walked fast to keep warm. warm fairly hot in a way that is comfortable and pleasant |
| 4295 |
These plants grow well in warmer climates. warm fairly hot in a way that is comfortable and pleasant |
| 4296 |
His skin was warm to the touch. warm fairly hot in a way that is comfortable and pleasant |
| 4297 |
The kitchen was the warmest room in the house. warm warm clothes and buildings keep heat in and prevent you from feeling cold |
| 4298 |
a thick warm coat warm warm clothes and buildings keep heat in and prevent you from feeling cold |
| 4299 |
You'll feel better when you're in the warm. warm a warm place |
| 4300 |
a warm smile warm kind and friendly in a way that makes other people feel comfortable |
| 4301 |
The hotel extends a warm welcome to overseas guests. warm warm welcome kind and friendly in a way that makes other people feel comfortable |
| 4302 |
We chose paint in warm shades of brown and burgundy. warm warm colours have red, orange, or yellow in them. Colours with blue or green in them are called cool colours |
| 4303 |
I sat down and warmed my hands with a cup of hot coffee. warm to make something or someone warm |
| 4304 |
The morning sun warms the kitchen nicely. warm to make something or someone warm |
| 4305 |
That'll be 5.50, please, sir. sir used as a polite way of speaking to a man. This word can be used by someone who works in a shop or restaurant for speaking to a customer, by someone speaking to a senior officer, or by someone speaking to another person whose name they do not know |
| 4306 |
Would you like a drink, sir? sir used as a polite way of speaking to a man. This word can be used by someone who works in a shop or restaurant for speaking to a customer, by someone speaking to a senior officer, or by someone speaking to another person whose name they do not know |
| 4307 |
Excuse me sir, do you know what the time is? sir used as a polite way of speaking to a man. This word can be used by someone who works in a shop or restaurant for speaking to a customer, by someone speaking to a senior officer, or by someone speaking to another person whose name they do not know |
| 4308 |
'Does your mother know about this?' 'No, sir.' sir used by a boy or young man as a polite way of speaking to an older man |
| 4309 |
Sir, may I go to the toilet? sir used by students for talking to or about a male teacher |
| 4310 |
If you don't know the answer, ask sir. sir used by students for talking to or about a male teacher |
| 4311 |
Yes sir, we're really rolling now. sir yes no sir used for emphasizing what you are saying |
| 4312 |
Smoke detectors must be installed to comply with fire regulations. regulation an official rule that controls the way that things are done |
| 4313 |
building safety environmental regulations regulation an official rule that controls the way that things are done |
| 4314 |
Before rules and regulations were introduced, the sport was very dangerous. regulation rules and regulations an official rule that controls the way that things are done |
| 4315 |
The government has promised stricter regulation of the stock market. regulation control of an activity, process, or industry by official rules |
| 4316 |
a doctor's regulation white coat regulation according to rules or custom |
| 4317 |
It's a huge relief to know that everyone is safe. relief a relaxed happy feeling that you get because something bad has not happened or a bad situation has ended |
| 4318 |
To her relief, someone had found the keys and handed them in. relief to someone's relief a relaxed happy feeling that you get because something bad has not happened or a bad situation has ended |
| 4319 |
It's a drug commonly prescribed for pain relief. relief the reduction of pain or the effects of an illness |
| 4320 |
The patients experienced no relief from their symptoms. relief relief from the reduction of pain or the effects of an illness |
| 4321 |
flood disaster earthquake relief relief food, clothes, and money given to people who are in urgent need of help, for example because of a war or other bad situation |
| 4322 |
a shipment of relief supplies bound for the Sudan relief food, clothes, and money given to people who are in urgent need of help, for example because of a war or other bad situation |
| 4323 |
the relief crew relief relating to a person or group that temporarily replaces another person or group in their job |
| 4324 |
The storms continued all night, and the next morning brought no relief. relief a temporary improvement in or rest from a situation that is difficult or boring, or something that provides this |
| 4325 |
Last night's unexpected win will bring much-needed relief to the team's manager. relief welcome much-needed relief a temporary improvement in or rest from a situation that is difficult or boring, or something that provides this |
| 4326 |
The images of the children are carved in high relief. relief in high low relief (=sticking out a lot a little) sticking out above a flat background |
| 4327 |
The episode throws into sharp relief the enormous cultural divide between these two communities. relief put throw something into (sharp stark) relief to make something very obvious |
| 4328 |
an internal flight internal existing or happening within a country, not between different countries |
| 4329 |
They were opposed to foreign involvement in their internal affairs. internal existing or happening within a country, not between different countries |
| 4330 |
an internal memo internal existing or happening within an organization or institution |
| 4331 |
an internal inquiry internal existing or happening within an organization or institution |
| 4332 |
internal contradictions in government policy internal existing or happening within something such as a process or system |
| 4333 |
internal walls internal existing or happening inside an object or building |
| 4334 |
internal bleeding injuries organs internal existing or happening inside your body |
| 4335 |
Broadman's face looked as though some vast internal struggle was going on. internal existing or happening inside your mind |
| 4336 |
The posts have been advertised internally. internal |
| 4337 |
By a strange coincidence, we were both staying at the same hotel. strange unusual or unexpected, especially in a way that surprises or worries you |
| 4338 |
It seemed strange that she would leave so early. strange it is seems strange that unusual or unexpected, especially in a way that surprises or worries you |
| 4339 |
The strange thing is, I was the only one there. strange the strange thing is unusual or unexpected, especially in a way that surprises or worries you |
| 4340 |
For some strange reason, she didn't even say 'hello'. strange for some strange reason unusual or unexpected, especially in a way that surprises or worries you |
| 4341 |
Ian really is a bit of a strange bloke. strange used about someone whose behaviour is unusual |
| 4342 |
He had a strange and frightening expression. strange used about someone whose behaviour is unusual |
| 4343 |
When you arrive in a new country, everything seems strange. strange not familiar or known to you |
| 4344 |
a strange accent strange not familiar or known to you |
| 4345 |
She felt a strange tingling in the back of her neck. strange making you feel uncomfortable, embarrassed, or ill |
| 4346 |
I always feel strange in a large group of people. strange making you feel uncomfortable, embarrassed, or ill |
| 4347 |
He was acting strange, don't you think? strange in an unusual way |
| 4348 |
an intriguing subject for future research intriguing very interesting, especially because of being strange or mysterious |
| 4349 |
It's an intriguingly complex film. intriguing |
| 4350 |
It's quite an old bike, but in excellent condition. excellent extremely good |
| 4351 |
a company with an excellent track record in investment advice excellent extremely good |
| 4352 |
The food was absolutely excellent. excellent absolutely really excellent extremely good |
| 4353 |
'We should be finished in a few hours.' 'Excellent!' excellent used for showing that you are very pleased about something |
| 4354 |
His statement explains the situation fairly well. fairly to some degree, but not completely or extremely |
| 4355 |
We went to the theatre fairly often. fairly to some degree, but not completely or extremely |
| 4356 |
He enjoys fairly good health. fairly to some degree, but not completely or extremely |
| 4357 |
I do my best to treat all my children fairly. fairly in a fair way |
| 4358 |
She fairly screamed at me. fairly used for emphasizing that something happens or is done in an extreme way |
| 4359 |
technical experts technical involving science or industry |
| 4360 |
The job requires someone with specialized scientific and technical knowledge. technical involving science or industry |
| 4361 |
The text is interesting and informative, without being too technical. technical technical language is difficult to understand for people who do not know a lot about the subject |
| 4362 |
a technical term in philosophy technical a technical term technical language is difficult to understand for people who do not know a lot about the subject |
| 4363 |
Technical hitches plagued the play's first night. technical a technical problem hitch glitch fault relating to the way in which a machine or system works |
| 4364 |
The dancers reached extremely high levels of technical skill and ability. technical relating to the skills needed to do a particular activity, especially in sport or art |
| 4365 |
This was not a mere technical violation of a statute. technical a technical violation infringement based on a strict way of understanding or explaining a law or rule |
| 4366 |
Native American culture and traditions tradition a very old custom, belief, or story |
| 4367 |
Parents bring up their children in accordance with their own traditions. tradition a very old custom, belief, or story |
| 4368 |
According to family tradition, Mr Thomas was a teacher. tradition very old customs, beliefs, or stories, considered together |
| 4369 |
Their national sport is steeped in centuries of tradition. tradition be steeped in tradition very old customs, beliefs, or stories, considered together |
| 4370 |
He broke with tradition and stood for a third term of office. tradition break with tradition (=not follow tradition) very old customs, beliefs, or stories, considered together |
| 4371 |
My extended family has a tradition of having reunions every summer. tradition an activity that happens regularly and has become the usual thing |
| 4372 |
The design is in the tradition of Russian Byzantine architecture. tradition in the tradition of following the method and principles that a well-known person or group used in the past |
| 4373 |
You must see a doctor immediately – I insist. insist to say very firmly that something must happen or must be done |
| 4374 |
She insisted that we stay at her house instead of a hotel. insist insist (that) to say very firmly that something must happen or must be done |
| 4375 |
Some companies insist on staff undergoing regular medical checks. insist insist on to say very firmly that something must happen or must be done |
| 4376 |
The school insists that it is doing everything it can to cooperate. insist insist (that) to keep saying very firmly that something is true, even when other people will not believe you |
| 4377 |
He has insisted on his innocence from the beginning. insist insist on to keep saying very firmly that something is true, even when other people will not believe you |
| 4378 |
'Another piece of cake?' 'Oh, if you insist.' insist if you insist used for agreeing to something because someone says you must. This expression is often used humorously |
| 4379 |
a dairy sheep pig farmer farmer someone who owns a farm or manages it as their job |
| 4380 |
The company has not been entirely frank with its workers. frank frank with honest about the situation or your opinions, even if this offends people |
| 4381 |
He was completely frank about the problems we face. frank frank about honest about the situation or your opinions, even if this offends people |
| 4382 |
To be frank, Freddie, you're just not up to the job. frank to be frank let me be frank used when you are going to say something that other people might not like to hear |
| 4383 |
At that time of night, there was no traffic on the roads. traffic the vehicles that are travelling in an area at a particular time |
| 4384 |
the huge volume of traffic in the city centre traffic the vehicles that are travelling in an area at a particular time |
| 4385 |
rush-hour traffic traffic the vehicles that are travelling in an area at a particular time |
| 4386 |
traffic noise fumes congestion traffic connected with traffic, or caused by traffic |
| 4387 |
a marked increase in air traffic traffic aircraft, ships, and trains that travel from one place to another |
| 4388 |
Passenger traffic through Britain's airports has increased by 5 per cent. traffic the goods or passengers that travel in planes, ships, or trains |
| 4389 |
Internet traffic traffic the information that passes through a communications system |
| 4390 |
He was tried and convicted for trafficking in illegal drugs. traffic traffic in to buy and sell things such as drugs or weapons illegally |
| 4391 |
It was a heck of a decision to have to make. heck a one heck of a used for emphasizing what you are saying |
| 4392 |
What the heck are we going to do? heck how what who etc the heck used for emphasizing a question |
| 4393 |
If you'll cook dinner, I'll wash the dishes. dinner the main meal of the day, eaten in the evening or at midday. A more usual word for a midday meal is lunch. An early evening meal is sometimes called tea, and a late evening meal is sometimes called supper |
| 4394 |
I haven't had dinner yet. dinner have (your) dinner the main meal of the day, eaten in the evening or at midday. A more usual word for a midday meal is lunch. An early evening meal is sometimes called tea, and a late evening meal is sometimes called supper |
| 4395 |
We had chicken for dinner. dinner have something for dinner the main meal of the day, eaten in the evening or at midday. A more usual word for a midday meal is lunch. An early evening meal is sometimes called tea, and a late evening meal is sometimes called supper |
| 4396 |
Will you have dinner with me this evening? dinner have dinner with someone (=as part of a romantic relationship) the main meal of the day, eaten in the evening or at midday. A more usual word for a midday meal is lunch. An early evening meal is sometimes called tea, and a late evening meal is sometimes called supper |
| 4397 |
Let's go out to dinner tonight. dinner go out to for dinner (=eat in a restaurant) the main meal of the day, eaten in the evening or at midday. A more usual word for a midday meal is lunch. An early evening meal is sometimes called tea, and a late evening meal is sometimes called supper |
| 4398 |
a Sunday Thanksgiving dinner dinner a special meal that you have to celebrate a particular occasion |
| 4399 |
They held a benefit dinner to raise money for the hospital. dinner a formal evening meal arranged by an organization as a social event for a particular purpose |
| 4400 |
He has always shown a shrewd understanding of what consumers want. consumer someone who buys and uses goods and services. The expression the consumer is often used for referring to consumers as a group |
| 4401 |
more choice for the consumer consumer someone who buys and uses goods and services. The expression the consumer is often used for referring to consumers as a group |
| 4402 |
consumer demand spending protection consumer relating to consumers |
| 4403 |
The change has been criticized by consumer groups. consumer consumer groups (=organizations that protect consumers) relating to consumers |
| 4404 |
The medicine should always be taken with meals. meal an occasion when you eat, especially breakfast, lunch, or dinner |
| 4405 |
What do you call your evening meal? meal an occasion when you eat, especially breakfast, lunch, or dinner |
| 4406 |
We could see a film or go out for a meal. meal go out for a meal (=go to a restaurant) an occasion when you eat, especially breakfast, lunch, or dinner |
| 4407 |
Dinner is usually our main meal, except on Sundays. meal main meal (=the meal at which you eat the most food) an occasion when you eat, especially breakfast, lunch, or dinner |
| 4408 |
I'm not hungry, I had a big meal at lunchtime. meal an occasion when you eat, especially breakfast, lunch, or dinner |
| 4409 |
an Indian meal meal the food that you serve or eat at one time |
| 4410 |
He cooked us a delicious meal. meal cook prepare make a meal the food that you serve or eat at one time |
| 4411 |
I know I was wrong, but you don't need to make such a meal of it. meal to treat something as more important or serious than it really is |
| 4412 |
He really made a meal of cutting the lawn. meal to take more time or care than is necessary when you are doing something |
| 4413 |
Police are warning all women in the area to take extra care when going out alone. warn warn someone to do something to make someone conscious of a possible problem or danger so that they will not be hurt |
| 4414 |
Recent studies warn against drinking too much caffeine. warn warn against to make someone conscious of a possible problem or danger so that they will not be hurt |
| 4415 |
Travel agents are not warning tourists about the dangers of crime in holiday resorts. warn warn someone about something to make someone conscious of a possible problem or danger so that they will not be hurt |
| 4416 |
Scientists warned of the threat to beaches and rivers from pollution. warn warn of to make someone conscious of a possible problem or danger so that they will not be hurt |
| 4417 |
The report warns that consumers could end up paying higher prices. warn warn that to make someone conscious of a possible problem or danger so that they will not be hurt |
| 4418 |
I warned you not to go to that party last night. warn to tell someone that they will be punished or that something bad will happen if they do something |
| 4419 |
He has no living relatives. living alive at the present time |
| 4420 |
She's arguably the sexiest living film star. living alive at the present time |
| 4421 |
Their religion is based on a respect for all living things. living living creatures are animals or plants that have life, rather than objects such as rocks |
| 4422 |
Living conditions for the troops are relatively comfortable. living living areas or living conditions are ones in which people live, rather than ones in which they work |
| 4423 |
She's living proof that anyone can succeed in this business. living be living proof of something to show that something is true or exists by being a clear example of it |
| 4424 |
the worst storm in living memory living in living memory during the time that anyone still alive can remember |
| 4425 |
You must never tell a living soul about this. living not a living soul no one at all |
| 4426 |
They sell antiques for a living. living money that you earn to live on |
| 4427 |
She makes a living as a music teacher. living earn make a living money that you earn to live on |
| 4428 |
Do you know what she does for a living? living do something for a living (=as a job) money that you earn to live on |
| 4429 |
However hard they worked to scrape out a living, they would always be poor. living scratch scrape out a living (=have difficulty in making enough money) money that you earn to live on |
| 4430 |
the strains and stresses of modern living living a particular type of life |
| 4431 |
a few helpful hints for healthy living living a particular type of life |
| 4432 |
a package full of Christmas presents package an object or set of objects wrapped in a box or in paper and sent or given to someone |
| 4433 |
a package designed to stabilize the economy in South Korea package a set of proposals or measures for dealing with something |
| 4434 |
a financial aid package for students package rescue aid package a set of proposals or measures for dealing with something |
| 4435 |
new graphics packages on the market package a set of different pieces of computer software that are sold together as one unit |
| 4436 |
We offer a generous package including private medical insurance. package money and other benefits, for example a car, that someone gets from their employer |
| 4437 |
a company that manufactures and packages medicines package to put things into boxes or wrap them so that they can be sold |
| 4438 |
a sports car that comes packaged with a leather interior and a CD player package package something with something to sell several things together as one single product |
| 4439 |
Politicians these days are packaged to appeal to a mass market. package to try to make someone or something such as a product or idea seem interesting and exciting to the public |
| 4440 |
Her job has become increasingly difficult. increasingly more and more over a period of time |
| 4441 |
Increasingly, people are retiring younger. increasingly more and more over a period of time |
| 4442 |
a brief description of the area description a statement about what someone or something is like |
| 4443 |
Barry was unable to give the police a description of his attacker. description give provide issue a description (of) a statement about what someone or something is like |
| 4444 |
Police have issued a description of the bomber. description a statement about what someone or something is like |
| 4445 |
We need you to provide an accurate description of the situation. description accurate detailed description a statement about what someone or something is like |
| 4446 |
the child's powers of description description the process of saying what someone or something is like |
| 4447 |
I was sickened and shocked beyond description. description beyond description used for emphasizing that something is very extreme, usually in a way that is bad |
| 4448 |
His drunken behaviour defied description. description used for emphasizing that something is very extreme, usually in a way that is bad |
| 4449 |
A young girl answering Anne's description had just been brought in by police. description fit match answer someone's description to look the same as a person or thing that someone has described |
| 4450 |
I don't believe a teacher of any description would say such a thing. description of any description used for emphasizing a negative statement about a type of person or thing |
| 4451 |
There were cakes of every description. description of every description of all types |
| 4452 |
George tripped, falling into the soft mud. soft a soft substance is easy to press or shape and is not hard or firm |
| 4453 |
soft cheese soft a soft substance is easy to press or shape and is not hard or firm |
| 4454 |
I want to get a nice soft carpet for the bedroom. soft a soft material or surface is one that is pleasant to touch and not rough or stiff |
| 4455 |
Her skin felt soft to his touch. soft a soft material or surface is one that is pleasant to touch and not rough or stiff |
| 4456 |
There was nothing soft to cushion the fall. soft a soft material or surface is one that is pleasant to touch and not rough or stiff |
| 4457 |
A tape played some soft Neapolitan music. soft a soft sound is quiet and pleasant to listen to |
| 4458 |
The engine noise was no more than a soft hum. soft a soft sound is quiet and pleasant to listen to |
| 4459 |
Her bedroom was decorated in soft shades of pink and blue. soft a soft light or colour is pale, gentle and pleasant to look at |
| 4460 |
The soft breeze brought the scent of the roses into the room. soft soft wind, rain etc is not strong or unpleasant |
| 4461 |
The houses looked pretty in the soft rain. soft soft wind, rain etc is not strong or unpleasant |
| 4462 |
He must have a soft heart beneath that stern exterior. soft kind and sympathetic to other people |
| 4463 |
Her soft words did not get a soft reply. soft soft words, looks, or actions are gentle and not severe or angry |
| 4464 |
She stared up at him, a soft smile on her face. soft soft words, looks, or actions are gentle and not severe or angry |
| 4465 |
You're too soft – I wouldn't let them behave like that. soft not strict enough with other people and allowing them to do things that they should not do |
| 4466 |
They accused the minister of being soft on crime. soft soft on not strict enough with other people and allowing them to do things that they should not do |
| 4467 |
After losing a couple of soft games, any win was essential. soft not complicated, or not needing a lot of effort |
| 4468 |
She always had a soft spot for her youngest brother. soft have a soft spot for someone to like someone a lot, even if they do not deserve it |
| 4469 |
a softly lit room soft |
| 4470 |
He was singing softly to himself. soft |
| 4471 |
What's all this stuff on my desk? stuff a variety of objects or things |
| 4472 |
By the time we got to the sale, all the good stuff was gone. stuff a variety of objects or things |
| 4473 |
The school stuff goes on this shelf. stuff the things that belong to a particular person or activity or in a particular place |
| 4474 |
the tennis kitchen baking stuff stuff the things that belong to a particular person or activity or in a particular place |
| 4475 |
Would you get your stuff out of here? stuff someone's stuff the things that belong to a particular person or activity or in a particular place |
| 4476 |
I'm telling him we don't want all that stupid stuff here. stuff things that are not important |
| 4477 |
The costumes were made of thin, gauzy stuff. stuff the basic material or substance that people use for making something |
| 4478 |
Wheat's the stuff they use to make spaghetti and cereal. stuff the basic material or substance that people use for making something |
| 4479 |
We need salad stuff. stuff the basic material or substance that people use for making something |
| 4480 |
What's that sticky stuff in your hair? stuff used for talking about a substance or material when you do not know the correct name |
| 4481 |
Get me some of that stuff for fixing windows. stuff used for talking about a substance or material when you do not know the correct name |
| 4482 |
I think he has the right stuff for the job. stuff qualities that are an important special part of something, for example a person's character or experiences |
| 4483 |
There was a lot of bad stuff going on at that school. stuff qualities, activity, or behaviour that are especially negative or upsetting |
| 4484 |
I already know all that stuff. stuff general information |
| 4485 |
They publish a lot of good stuff. stuff good stuff general information |
| 4486 |
Rachel tried to give me that stuff about being ignored. stuff used for saying that what someone says or thinks is nonsense |
| 4487 |
We need some meat and stuff for dinner. stuff ...and stuff (like that) used for referring to things that are similar or related to the subject that you are discussing |
| 4488 |
She wants us to smile more, and stuff like that. stuff ...and stuff (like that) used for referring to things that are similar or related to the subject that you are discussing |
| 4489 |
Now get out there and do your stuff. stuff to do what you have prepared to do |
| 4490 |
I watched him doing his stuff on the stage. stuff to behave in a way that is typical of you |
| 4491 |
If you have any questions, John really knows his stuff. stuff know your stuff to know a lot about something and be able to use your knowledge |
| 4492 |
The pictures of the genocide were the stuff of nightmares. stuff the stuff of dreams legends nightmares etc the type of things that are usually found in dreams stories etc |
| 4493 |
Alice quickly stuffed her clothes into a suitcase and left. stuff stuff something into something to push something soft into a space or container |
| 4494 |
It's cheaper to stuff the pillows with foam than with feathers. stuff stuff something with something to fill a container or space with something, especially something soft |
| 4495 |
We could stuff the pasta with cheese and vegetables. stuff stuff something with something to fill meat or vegetables with small pieces of another type of food |
| 4496 |
Dad had that big fish he caught stuffed. stuff to fill a dead animal's skin so that it looks alive |
| 4497 |
When she told me what the job was, I told her to stuff it. stuff stuff it used for telling someone that you are very angry with them, and you are not interested in them or their suggestions |
| 4498 |
Every Christmas David stuffs himself. stuff stuff yourself your face to fill yourself with food until you are not hungry or feel ill |
| 4499 |
The tests confirm the existence of a brain tumour. existence the state of being a real or living thing, or of being present in a particular place, time, or situation |
| 4500 |
the only copy of the book that is still in existence existence in existence the state of being a real or living thing, or of being present in a particular place, time, or situation |
| 4501 |
The company came into existence at the end of the 1980s. existence come into existence go out of existence the state of being a real or living thing, or of being present in a particular place, time, or situation |
| 4502 |
Jones led a miserable existence in an isolated village for several years. existence the way that someone lives their life, especially when their life is difficult |
| 4503 |
He lived a hand-to-mouth existence in a poor area of London. existence a hand-to-mouth existence (=having hardly enough food or money to live on) the way that someone lives their life, especially when their life is difficult |
| 4504 |
Families struggle to eke out an existence in this harsh environment. existence eke out an existence (=manage to live under difficult conditions) the way that someone lives their life, especially when their life is difficult |
| 4505 |
The school is performing well, but we recognize the need for further improvement. improvement the state of being better than before, or the process of making something better than it was before |
| 4506 |
There has been an improvement in relations between the two countries. improvement improvement in the state of being better than before, or the process of making something better than it was before |
| 4507 |
Sales have shown a slight improvement this year. improvement show an improvement the state of being better than before, or the process of making something better than it was before |
| 4508 |
home improvements improvement a change that you make to something in order to make it better |
| 4509 |
The service is definitely an improvement on what we had last time. improvement an improvement on something better than something that existed before |
| 4510 |
Would you like a cup of coffee? coffee a hot, slightly bitter drink made by pouring hot water over brown powder consisting of coffee beans that have been ground (=crushed into very small pieces). Coffee served without milk is called black coffee, and coffee with milk is white coffee |
| 4511 |
Do you take sugar in your coffee? coffee a hot, slightly bitter drink made by pouring hot water over brown powder consisting of coffee beans that have been ground (=crushed into very small pieces). Coffee served without milk is called black coffee, and coffee with milk is white coffee |
| 4512 |
Two coffees, please. coffee a cup of coffee |
| 4513 |
We need some more coffee. coffee the crushed beans that you use to make coffee |
| 4514 |
coffee cake ice cream coffee flavoured with coffee, or used for storing, making, or drinking coffee |
| 4515 |
coffee cups coffee flavoured with coffee, or used for storing, making, or drinking coffee |
| 4516 |
The twins are almost identical in appearance. appearance the way that someone or something looks |
| 4517 |
His thinning hair gave him the appearance of a much older man. appearance the way that someone or something looks |
| 4518 |
Recent initiatives have done a lot to improve the appearance of the district. appearance the way that someone or something looks |
| 4519 |
He doesn't look well off, but you shouldn't judge by appearances. appearance the way that someone or something looks, when this is different to the way it really is |
| 4520 |
He had always given the appearance of agreeing with her ideas. appearance give the appearance of (doing) something the way that someone or something looks, when this is different to the way it really is |
| 4521 |
She was, to all appearances, enjoying the challenges of the new job. appearance to by all appearances (=based on the way a situation seems) the way that someone or something looks, when this is different to the way it really is |
| 4522 |
The disease is contagious only before the appearance of its initial symptoms. appearance the time when something starts to exist or be seen |
| 4523 |
Julie's sudden appearance in the doorway startled me. appearance the fact of someone appearing, especially when you do not expect them |
| 4524 |
a public appearance appearance an occasion when you are on television or in a play, movie, concert etc |
| 4525 |
She has made numerous appearances on TV game shows. appearance make an appearance an occasion when you are on television or in a play, movie, concert etc |
| 4526 |
He has had 14 other court appearances. appearance an occasion when you go to a court of law, committee, or similar institution so that people can ask you questions and make decisions about you |
| 4527 |
Their marriage was over, but they wanted to keep up appearances for the children. appearance keep up appearances to pretend that everything is good, for example with your marriage or your financial situation, even though you are having problems |
| 4528 |
I think I ought to put in an appearance at the office before lunch. appearance put in make an appearance to go somewhere for a short time, especially because you feel you have an obligation to go there |
| 4529 |
I think the chambermaid is waiting to change the sheets. sheet change the sheets (=put clean sheets on a bed) a large piece of thin cloth that you put on your bed and use for lying on or covering your body when you sleep |
| 4530 |
The answers are printed on a separate sheet. sheet a thin flat piece of paper, metal, plastic, glass etc |
| 4531 |
Dad bought a sheet of glass and repaired the window himself. sheet sheet of a thin flat piece of paper, metal, plastic, glass etc |
| 4532 |
We took the sheets of metal and welded them together. sheet sheet of a thin flat piece of paper, metal, plastic, glass etc |
| 4533 |
The lake was covered with a sheet of ice. sheet a wide flat area of something such as water or ice |
| 4534 |
Sheets of rain blew in off the bay. sheet a sheet of rain or fire looks like a wide moving wall |
| 4535 |
The winners in each of the seven categories were then chosen. category a group of people or things that have similar qualities |
| 4536 |
a proposal to ban some categories of weapons category category of a group of people or things that have similar qualities |
| 4537 |
Computer viruses fall into three broad categories. category fall into a category (=belong to a category) a group of people or things that have similar qualities |
| 4538 |
Oxfam organized the distribution of food and clothing in the disaster area. distribution distribution of the process of giving something such as food, clothes, or money to a group of people, especially so that each person gets an equal share |
| 4539 |
Brazil has a very unequal distribution of wealth. distribution distribution of the way in which an available supply of something such as money is shared among people or spread over an area |
| 4540 |
plans for the marketing and distribution of the new software distribution distribution of the process of supplying goods from one central place to shops |
| 4541 |
Bees are largely responsible for the distribution of pollen. distribution distribution of the process of spreading something over an area or the way in which it is spread |
| 4542 |
Ministers have agreed to treat all the cases equally. equally in a way that is fair and is the same for everyone |
| 4543 |
The money raised will be divided equally between the charities. equally in equal amounts or quantities |
| 4544 |
This recipe works equally well with soft fruit. equally to the same degree |
| 4545 |
The views of parents are important, but equally we must listen to teachers. equally used for adding another comment that has the same importance as one that you have already made |
| 4546 |
A question-and-answer session will be held after the lecture. session a period of time used for a particular activity |
| 4547 |
a training counselling photo recording session session a period of time used for a particular activity |
| 4548 |
an emergency session of the UN Security Council session a formal meeting of an institution such as a parliament or a court of law |
| 4549 |
an issue dealt with during the last session of Parliament session a period of time during which an institution has its regular meetings |
| 4550 |
Shakespeare was discussed during the morning session. session part of a period of time during which a class or meeting takes place |
| 4551 |
Parliament is not in session during August. session in session meeting to deal with business |
| 4552 |
an improved understanding of ethnic and cultural diversity cultural relating to the culture of a particular group, country, or society |
| 4553 |
respect for racial and cultural identity cultural relating to the culture of a particular group, country, or society |
| 4554 |
the cultural traditions of our society cultural relating to the culture of a particular group, country, or society |
| 4555 |
a misunderstanding that was cultural rather than intellectual cultural relating to the culture of a particular group, country, or society |
| 4556 |
London is still very much the cultural capital of the country. cultural relating to music, literature, and other arts |
| 4557 |
The country enjoys a rich and diverse cultural life. cultural relating to music, literature, and other arts |
| 4558 |
The two cities are culturally very similar. cultural |
| 4559 |
an interest-free loan loan an amount of money that a person, business, or country borrows, especially from a bank |
| 4560 |
How soon do you have to pay off the loan? loan pay off repay a loan an amount of money that a person, business, or country borrows, especially from a bank |
| 4561 |
Jim took out a loan to pay for his car. loan obtain arrange take out a loan an amount of money that a person, business, or country borrows, especially from a bank |
| 4562 |
Kenya was still paying off a multimillion-dollar loan to the IMF. loan an amount of money that a person, business, or country borrows, especially from a bank |
| 4563 |
He had accepted Tom's offer of the loan of his cottage in north Wales. loan loan of a situation in which someone lends something to someone |
| 4564 |
He promised he'd give me the loan of his bike. loan give someone a the loan of something a situation in which someone lends something to someone |
| 4565 |
Can I have a loan of your course book? loan have a loan of something a situation in which someone lends something to someone |
| 4566 |
That book is already out on loan. loan if something is on loan, someone is borrowing it |
| 4567 |
These paintings are on loan from the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao. loan on loan from to if something is on loan, someone is borrowing it |
| 4568 |
He is joining our team on loan this season. loan if someone is on loan to another organization, they are temporarily working for that organization before returning to their own |
| 4569 |
Her pictures have been loaned to the Ikon Gallery. loan to lend something to someone |
| 4570 |
They bound his hands with a rope. bind bind someone something with something to tie someone's hands or feet together so they cannot move |
| 4571 |
He was found bound and gagged in the boot of a car. bind be bound and gagged (=to be tied up and have a cloth tied round your mouth) to tie someone's hands or feet together so they cannot move |
| 4572 |
Bind the wound up and leave it. bind to wind a length of cloth, ribbon etc around something several times |
| 4573 |
His bare feet were bound with strips of rag. bind bind something with something to wind a length of cloth, ribbon etc around something several times |
| 4574 |
The papers were loosely bound together with string. bind bind something together to tie a number of things together |
| 4575 |
The troubles they had shared bound them much closer together. bind bind someone together to make two people or groups feel as if they are connected to each other in a very close way |
| 4576 |
The treaty binds each country to reduce pollution levels. bind bind someone to do something to limit what someone is allowed to do by making them obey a rule or agreement |
| 4577 |
a beautifully bound journal bind to fasten the pages of a book together and put a cover on it |
| 4578 |
Add in a little milk to bind the mixture. bind if two substances bind, or if you bind two substances, they stick or mix together and become one substance |
| 4579 |
a black waistcoat bound with gold cord bind to decorate something or make it stronger by fastening a long piece of cloth along or round the edges |
| 4580 |
It's a real bind having to go all that way by train. bind be a bind to be annoying, difficult, or not convenient |
| 4581 |
If you ever get in a bind you can always call us. bind get in a bind in a difficult situation |
| 4582 |
Pull the tab to open the cartridge. tab a part that sticks out of something and that you can pull in order to make something happen |
| 4583 |
Can you put these drinks on my tab? tab put something on someone's tab an amount that you owe, for example the cost of a hotel room, restaurant meals, and services |
| 4584 |
The police have been keeping close tabs on the organization. tab keep (close) tabs on to watch someone carefully to see what they do, or to watch something carefully |
| 4585 |
a science folk history museum museum a building where many valuable and important objects are kept so that people can go and see them |
| 4586 |
a new exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art museum museum of a building where many valuable and important objects are kept so that people can go and see them |
| 4587 |
Later in the evening, the conversation turned to politics. conversation a talk between two or more people, usually a private and informal one |
| 4588 |
a conversation between two friends conversation conversation between a talk between two or more people, usually a private and informal one |
| 4589 |
She had a long telephone conversation with her mother. conversation have a conversation a talk between two or more people, usually a private and informal one |
| 4590 |
With so much loud music, conversation was almost impossible. conversation informal talk between people |
| 4591 |
He's so boring – his only topic of conversation is football. conversation subject topic of conversation informal talk between people |
| 4592 |
I overheard a few snatches of conversation and realized we were in trouble. conversation snatches of conversation (=short parts of a conversation) informal talk between people |
| 4593 |
She met Harry at the airport and they got into conversation. conversation get into conversation (with someone) to start talking to someone you have never met before |
| 4594 |
'Nice party, isn't it?' I said, trying to make conversation. conversation make conversation to talk to someone that you do not know well, in order to be polite, not because you really want to talk to them. This type of conversation is also called small talk |
| 4595 |
He's been threatening me for months. threaten to tell someone that you might or you will cause them harm, especially in order to make them do something |
| 4596 |
The terrorists are threatening to kill the hostages. threaten threaten to do something to tell someone that you might or you will cause them harm, especially in order to make them do something |
| 4597 |
One man has been threatened with legal action. threaten threaten someone with something to tell someone that you might or you will cause them harm, especially in order to make them do something |
| 4598 |
My life has been threatened on several occasions. threaten threaten someone's life (=say that you will kill them) to tell someone that you might or you will cause them harm, especially in order to make them do something |
| 4599 |
NATO has threatened air strikes against the capital. threaten to say that you might or you will do something bad or harmful, especially in order to make someone do something |
| 4600 |
the cancer that now threatens his life threaten to be likely to harm or destroy something |
| 4601 |
Their actions threaten the stability and security of the region. threaten to be likely to harm or destroy something |
| 4602 |
Many workers feel that their jobs are threatened. threaten to be likely to harm or destroy something |
| 4603 |
Nuclear testing threatens to destroy our environment. threaten threaten to do something to be likely to harm or destroy something |
| 4604 |
Rain was threatening, and it had turned cold. threaten if something bad or unpleasant threatens, it is likely to happen or to affect you |
| 4605 |
The wildebeest return to the herd when danger threatens. threaten if something bad or unpleasant threatens, it is likely to happen or to affect you |
| 4606 |
Nearly 1,000 of the world's bird species are threatened with extinction. threaten be threatened with something to be likely to be affected by something bad |
| 4607 |
Even the local school was threatened with closure. threaten be threatened with something to be likely to be affected by something bad |
| 4608 |
The dam threatened to break at any moment. threaten threaten to do something to be likely to do something, especially something bad or unpleasant |
| 4609 |
Tensions are threatening to erupt into full-scale confrontation. threaten threaten to do something to be likely to do something, especially something bad or unpleasant |
| 4610 |
The agency will launch a new weather satellite next month. launch to send a missile, space vehicle, satellite, or other object into the air or into space |
| 4611 |
The police confirmed that an inquiry has been launched into the incident. launch to start a major activity such as a military attack, a public investigation, or a new career or project |
| 4612 |
the man who launched him on a career in the music business launch launch someone on something to start a major activity such as a military attack, a public investigation, or a new career or project |
| 4613 |
The company announced it will launch a new version of its software in January. launch to start selling a new product or service to the public |
| 4614 |
the launch of the space shuttle launch the act of sending a missile, space vehicle, satellite, or other object into the air or into space |
| 4615 |
The launch of their new product line will include prime-time TV commercials. launch an occasion when a company starts selling a new product or service to the public |
| 4616 |
the launch of yet another programme to promote efficiency in government launch an event at which a company or organization officially announces that it is starting to do or to sell something |
| 4617 |
You have to have the proper tools for the job. proper suitable for the purpose or situation |
| 4618 |
That's not the proper way to do it! proper suitable for the purpose or situation |
| 4619 |
The problem was they didn't have a proper place to rehearse. proper suitable for the purpose or situation |
| 4620 |
Councillors went against their own officers and ignored proper procedures. proper proper procedures suitable for the purpose or situation |
| 4621 |
I don't think it would be proper for me to say any more. proper considered to be morally good |
| 4622 |
I'm sure you will all agree that this is the only proper course of action. proper considered to be morally good |
| 4623 |
It's only right and proper that his family should be present. proper right and proper considered to be morally good |
| 4624 |
When are you going to get a proper job? proper considered to be real or serious |
| 4625 |
Start the day with a proper breakfast. proper considered to be real or serious |
| 4626 |
He needs proper medical care. proper considered to be real or serious |
| 4627 |
Young people then were all terribly proper. proper behaving in a manner that most people would consider correct and polite |
| 4628 |
He's always so prim and proper. proper behaving in a way that is so polite that other people feel annoyed or uncomfortable |
| 4629 |
Does he live in Swansea proper or in the suburbs? proper understood in its most exact meaning |
| 4630 |
He's only six, but he's already a proper little gentleman. proper complete in every detail |
| 4631 |
a style of architecture proper to the period proper proper to belonging to a particular type of thing |
| 4632 |
a murder victim victim someone who has been harmed, injured, or killed as the result of a crime |
| 4633 |
victims of domestic violence sexual assault victim victim of someone who has been harmed, injured, or killed as the result of a crime |
| 4634 |
flood earthquake victims victim someone who has been affected by a bad situation such as an accident or an illness |
| 4635 |
500 penguins were among the victims of an oil spill. victim victim of someone who has been affected by a bad situation such as an accident or an illness |
| 4636 |
an operation for victims of head injuries victim someone who has been affected by a bad situation such as an accident or an illness |
| 4637 |
She fell victim to a rare disease. victim fall victim to something (=become a victim) someone who has been affected by a bad situation such as an accident or an illness |
| 4638 |
victims of racism discrimination victim victim of someone who has suffered as a result of the actions or negative attitudes of someone else or of people in general |
| 4639 |
She believes she is the victim of a media conspiracy to discredit her. victim someone who has suffered as a result of the actions or negative attitudes of someone else or of people in general |
| 4640 |
The reporters felt they were innocent victims of a political decision. victim someone who has suffered as a result of the actions or negative attitudes of someone else or of people in general |
| 4641 |
A microprocessor plant in Scotland is the latest victim of the economic downturn. victim victim of something that is badly affected by a situation, a decision etc |
| 4642 |
She would be addressing an audience of three thousand teachers. audience a group of people who have come to a place to see or hear a film, performance, speech etc. The people who watch a sports match or other large event are usually called spectators or the crowd. Audience can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 4643 |
Chaplin's films captivated audiences throughout the world. audience a group of people who have come to a place to see or hear a film, performance, speech etc. The people who watch a sports match or other large event are usually called spectators or the crowd. Audience can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 4644 |
He offended many in the audience with his insensitive remarks. audience a group of people who have come to a place to see or hear a film, performance, speech etc. The people who watch a sports match or other large event are usually called spectators or the crowd. Audience can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 4645 |
The music was performed before an enthusiastic audience. audience a group of people who have come to a place to see or hear a film, performance, speech etc. The people who watch a sports match or other large event are usually called spectators or the crowd. Audience can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 4646 |
He was soon encouraging audience participation and several women came up on stage. audience audience participation a group of people who have come to a place to see or hear a film, performance, speech etc. The people who watch a sports match or other large event are usually called spectators or the crowd. Audience can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 4647 |
The series has attracted an audience of more than 10 million. audience all the people who watch a television programme, listen to a radio broadcast, or are reached by advertising |
| 4648 |
Our target audience has always been the affluent under-30s. audience target audience all the people who watch a television programme, listen to a radio broadcast, or are reached by advertising |
| 4649 |
His detective novels are beginning to appeal to a wider audience. audience the people who see the work of a particular artist or read the work of a particular writer |
| 4650 |
Disaffected young people are an ideal audience for his outrageous political opinions. audience a group of people who admire or support a particular person, belief, idea etc: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 4651 |
He had an audience with the Pope in 1996. audience audience with a formal meeting with a very important person |
| 4652 |
The new system is designed to reduce the amount of paperwork we have to do. paperwork the part of a job that involves producing reports, keeping records, and writing letters |
| 4653 |
They have been operating illegally using forged paperwork. paperwork the documents that you need for a particular activity or occasion |
| 4654 |
He dreamed of becoming a famous footballer. famous if someone or something is famous, a lot of people know their name or have heard about them |
| 4655 |
The town of Gouda is famous for its cheese. famous famous for if someone or something is famous, a lot of people know their name or have heard about them |
| 4656 |
Alexander Fleming, the Scot famous for discovering penicillin famous if someone or something is famous, a lot of people know their name or have heard about them |
| 4657 |
She became famous as both a teacher and researcher. famous famous as if someone or something is famous, a lot of people know their name or have heard about them |
| 4658 |
a famous victory famous very good |
| 4659 |
O'Sullivan is an absolute master at this type of shot. master master at a man who is very good at something |
| 4660 |
He's a master of the clever remark. master master of a man who is very good at something |
| 4661 |
original prints from modern masters such as Chagall and Hockney master a famous artist |
| 4662 |
Many children found themselves working for masters who exploited them. master a man who has control over servants or other people who work for him |
| 4663 |
Civil servants simply implement the policies of their political masters. master a person who has control over other people |
| 4664 |
a system under which people are masters of their own lives master be master of something a person who has control over something |
| 4665 |
the master of the Hunt master a man who is the official leader of an organization, group, or event |
| 4666 |
See how she stays close to her master. master the man who owns a particular dog |
| 4667 |
a digital master master a document, photograph, recording etc from which copies are made |
| 4668 |
They are past masters at dealing with political scandals. master be a past master at doing something to be very good at something because you have been doing it for a long time |
| 4669 |
She never managed to master the Greek language. master to learn something thoroughly so that you know it or can do it very well |
| 4670 |
Lewis has mastered the art of giving nothing away in interviews. master master the art of (doing) something to learn something thoroughly so that you know it or can do it very well |
| 4671 |
It seemed that the senator was unable to master his feelings. master to manage to control something such as an emotion |
| 4672 |
the master tape master a master document, photograph, recording etc is one from which copies are made |
| 4673 |
His father was a master carpenter. master used with the name of a job to show that someone has a lot of experience and skill and can train other people |
| 4674 |
His thin red lips stretched into a smile. lip one of the two edges that form the top and bottom parts of your mouth |
| 4675 |
Careful, the lip of the coffee pot is broken. lip the place on the edge of a glass or container where you pour out liquid |
| 4676 |
We walked up to the lip of the canyon. lip the edge of a high piece of land |
| 4677 |
Don't give me any more of your lip, Sara! lip give someone lip a way of speaking to someone that shows you do not respect them |
| 4678 |
The company's name has been on everyone's lips. lip on everyone's lips if something is on everyone's lips, a lot of people are talking about it |
| 4679 |
religious beliefs religious relating to religion, or to the beliefs and practices of a particular religion |
| 4680 |
religious reform religious relating to religion, or to the beliefs and practices of a particular religion |
| 4681 |
Human rights abuses included discrimination against religious and ethnic minorities. religious relating to religion, or to the beliefs and practices of a particular religion |
| 4682 |
a deeply religious man religious believing strongly in your religion and carefully obeying its rules |
| 4683 |
Were your parents religious? religious believing strongly in your religion and carefully obeying its rules |
| 4684 |
a joint bank account joint involving two or more people, or done by them together |
| 4685 |
a joint decision joint involving two or more people, or done by them together |
| 4686 |
The two presidents issued a joint statement. joint involving two or more people, or done by them together |
| 4687 |
My sister and I had a joint birthday party. joint involving two or more people, or done by them together |
| 4688 |
Bates and Morgan are joint favourites to win the competition. joint joint favourite involving two or more people, or done by them together |
| 4689 |
The homework looked as if it had been a joint effort. joint joint effort (=something that is done by two or more people) involving two or more people, or done by them together |
| 4690 |
a jointly owned property joint |
| 4691 |
an aircraft that is being developed jointly with the US joint |
| 4692 |
a swollen knee joint joint a part of your body that can bend where two bones meet |
| 4693 |
You may experience some pain in your joints. joint a part of your body that can bend where two bones meet |
| 4694 |
Make sure you seal the joints of the pipes with waterproof tape. joint a place where two parts of something are connected |
| 4695 |
a joint of beef joint a large piece of meat cooked in an oven |
| 4696 |
I met him at some grotty little joint in town. joint a restaurant, bar, or club, especially one that is cheap and not very nice |
| 4697 |
The new regulations threw the whole system out of joint. joint if a system is out of joint, it is not working correctly |
| 4698 |
I'm sorry – please don't cry. cry to have tears coming from your eyes, especially because you are sad |
| 4699 |
She could hear her brother crying for his mother. cry cry for to have tears coming from your eyes, especially because you are sad |
| 4700 |
Now she felt like crying with rage at her own stupidity. cry cry with pain happiness relief rage etc to have tears coming from your eyes, especially because you are sad |
| 4701 |
Laura was angry with herself for wasting time crying over him. cry cry over about to have tears coming from your eyes, especially because you are sad |
| 4702 |
He cried tears of frustration at his inability to help. cry cry tears of rage frustration pain etc to have tears coming from your eyes, especially because you are sad |
| 4703 |
I cried myself to sleep at night for weeks after we broke up. cry cry yourself to sleep (=cry continuously until you sleep) to have tears coming from your eyes, especially because you are sad |
| 4704 |
'That's not what I meant,' Polly cried. cry to shout something |
| 4705 |
'No!' he cried in horror. cry cry (something) in surprise alarm horror delight etc to shout something |
| 4706 |
Ted could hear a woman's voice crying for help. cry cry for help to shout something |
| 4707 |
She sometimes cries his name in her sleep. cry cry someone's name to shout something |
| 4708 |
Lucy was upstairs crying her eyes out. cry cry your eyes heart out to cry in an uncontrolled way |
| 4709 |
Australia has cried foul over the decision to increase export subsidies. cry cry foul to say publicly that something is dishonest or illegal, especially when it affects you directly |
| 4710 |
Any time you want to talk, or cry on my shoulder, I'm here. cry cry on someone's shoulder to tell someone about all the things that are making you sad or upset. The person you are talking to is a shoulder to cry on |
| 4711 |
'No use crying over spilt milk,' she said. cry cry over spilt milk to waste time feeling upset about something bad that has happened and cannot be changed |
| 4712 |
For crying out loud, can't you do anything right? cry for crying out loud used for expressing anger |
| 4713 |
a cry of pain anguish cry cry of a loud expression of emotion, especially pain, fear, or happiness |
| 4714 |
The horses gave a cry of alarm. cry give utter a cry a loud expression of emotion, especially pain, fear, or happiness |
| 4715 |
There was a cry of 'Fire!', and everyone started to panic. cry something that someone shouts |
| 4716 |
the cry of a wolf cry the noise that an animal or bird makes |
| 4717 |
She went to the toilet and had a good cry. cry have a (good) cry a period of time when you have tears coming from your eyes, especially because you are sad |
| 4718 |
Was cutting her wrists a cry for help, or was it a real attempt to kill herself? cry a cry for help an urgent request for something |
| 4719 |
A cry of outrage greeted the publication of his book. cry cry of an emotional reaction from the public |
| 4720 |
In response to cries of protest, two ministers resigned. cry an emotional reaction from the public |
| 4721 |
Paris was a far cry from the village where she grew up. cry be a far cry from to be very different from someone or something |
| 4722 |
By the next day the tabloids were in full cry, calling for the government to take immediate action or stand down. cry behaving in an enthusiastic and noisy way |
| 4723 |
a potential disaster potential possible or likely in the future |
| 4724 |
The disease is a potential killer. potential possible or likely in the future |
| 4725 |
Our common goal is to maximize our potential for economic growth. potential the possibility to develop or achieve something in the future |
| 4726 |
As a composer, she still hasn't realized her potential. potential realize reach your (full) potential (=achieve the most that you are capable of) the possibility to develop or achieve something in the future |
| 4727 |
Scottish tourism Scottish relating to Scotland, its people, or its culture |
| 4728 |
a Scottish international rugby player Scottish relating to Scotland, its people, or its culture |
| 4729 |
He was of medium height, but had very broad shoulders. broad wide |
| 4730 |
a broad shady path broad wide |
| 4731 |
With a broad sweep of his arm, he indicated the town below us. broad wide |
| 4732 |
The road passed through a broad expanse of flooded fields. broad a broad expanse (=a wide area) wide |
| 4733 |
I meet a broad range of people in my job. broad a broad range spectrum including many different things or people |
| 4734 |
Our radio station plays a broad spectrum of popular music. broad including many different things or people |
| 4735 |
The party is now struggling to maintain a broad political base. broad a broad base including many different things or people |
| 4736 |
The new TV show has broad appeal. broad broad appeal including many different things or people |
| 4737 |
Tropical diseases fall into two broad categories. broad broad categories including many different things or people |
| 4738 |
We need to define a broad strategy for future development. broad expressed in a general way, without many details |
| 4739 |
We support the broad aims which underlie this Bill. broad broad aims expressed in a general way, without many details |
| 4740 |
This chapter can only give a broad outline of the subject. broad a broad outline expressed in a general way, without many details |
| 4741 |
It's conservative, in the broadest sense of the word. broad in the broadest sense expressed in a general way, without many details |
| 4742 |
You make too many broad generalizations about people. broad a broad generalization expressed in a general way, without many details |
| 4743 |
There is now a broad consensus that the government was right about this. broad if there is broad agreement about something, most people agree about it in a general way, even if they do not agree on all its details |
| 4744 |
a broad northern accent broad a broad accent (=way of speaking) is very noticeable and typical of the area you come from, and may be difficult to understand |
| 4745 |
They robbed the bank in broad daylight. broad in broad daylight used for saying that a shocking or criminal event happens during the day, when it can easily be seen |
| 4746 |
an exhibition of paintings by Henri Matisse exhibition exhibition of a public show where art or other interesting things are put so that people can go and look at them |
| 4747 |
an exhibition hall centre space exhibition a public show where art or other interesting things are put so that people can go and look at them |
| 4748 |
On exhibition are costumes from all over the world. exhibition on exhibition (=being shown to the public) a public show where art or other interesting things are put so that people can go and look at them |
| 4749 |
United provided a fine exhibition of skilful and exciting football. exhibition used in a positive way to talk about a performance |
| 4750 |
Such an exhibition of rudeness is absolutely unacceptable. exhibition used in a negative way to talk about behaviour |
| 4751 |
The judge sentenced her to ninety days in prison. judge someone whose job is to make decisions in a court of law |
| 4752 |
The judge dismissed their claim for compensation. judge someone whose job is to make decisions in a court of law |
| 4753 |
A High Court judge found him innocent. judge someone whose job is to make decisions in a court of law |
| 4754 |
She was to go before a judge the next morning. judge go before a judge someone whose job is to make decisions in a court of law |
| 4755 |
Judge Hyam ruled that the evidence was inadmissible. judge used as a title before the name of a judge |
| 4756 |
All entries will be examined by a panel of judges. judge someone who decides who the winner of a competition will be |
| 4757 |
The referee is the sole judge of the rules. judge someone who decides what action is correct when there is a disagreement |
| 4758 |
My sister is a very shrewd judge of character. judge be a good bad etc judge of something to be someone whose opinions about something are usually right, wrong, intelligent etc |
| 4759 |
I'm no judge of what makes people happy. judge be no judge (of something) to not have enough knowledge to give an opinion about something |
| 4760 |
Who made you judge and jury over everybody? judge judge and jury someone who makes all the decisions about something important, especially when other people think this is wrong |
| 4761 |
Jane says I'm good at cooking, but I'll let you be the judge of that! judge let someone be the judge of something used for saying that someone should have their own opinion about something and not accept what they are told |
| 4762 |
Schools are judged on their exam results. judge judge someone something on something to form an opinion about something after considering all the details or facts |
| 4763 |
Judged by modern standards, this was a cruel thing to do. judge judge something by something to form an opinion about something after considering all the details or facts |
| 4764 |
The firm's success can be judged from its growing sales. judge judge something from something to form an opinion about something after considering all the details or facts |
| 4765 |
The water was judged to be of good quality. judge judge someone something (to be) something to form an opinion about something after considering all the details or facts |
| 4766 |
The meeting was judged a success. judge to form an opinion about something after considering all the details or facts |
| 4767 |
Mary judged it best not to say anything. judge judge it best right necessary etc to form an opinion about something after considering all the details or facts |
| 4768 |
It's difficult to judge what kind of impression we made. judge judge what whether when etc to form an opinion about something after considering all the details or facts |
| 4769 |
He judged that someone must have been in the house. judge judge that to form an opinion about something after considering all the details or facts |
| 4770 |
I love it, but come along and judge for yourself. judge judge for yourself (=form your own opinion) to form an opinion about something after considering all the details or facts |
| 4771 |
You may lose the ability to judge distance accurately. judge to form an opinion about an amount, distance, size etc by guessing |
| 4772 |
Tony judged him to be about 35. judge judge someone something to be something to form an opinion about an amount, distance, size etc by guessing |
| 4773 |
It's difficult to judge how long it will take. judge judge how far long wide etc to form an opinion about an amount, distance, size etc by guessing |
| 4774 |
The paintings will be judged on imagination and technique. judge judge someone something on something to decide who or what is the winner of a competition |
| 4775 |
In the end, Dad's cake was judged the winner. judge judge something (to be) something to decide who or what is the winner of a competition |
| 4776 |
It's difficult not to judge people sometimes. judge to criticize someone because you think their moral behaviour is not very good |
| 4777 |
Judging by his face, he was angry. judge judging by from something used for giving the reason why you think something is true |
| 4778 |
The government is promising a formal investigation. formal following the correct or suitable official methods |
| 4779 |
They have offered me the job, but I don't yet have a formal contract. formal following the correct or suitable official methods |
| 4780 |
We intend to make a formal written complaint. formal following the correct or suitable official methods |
| 4781 |
When we first met, he was a little stiff and formal. formal correct or conservative in style, and suitable for official or serious situations or occasions |
| 4782 |
Business letters do not always have to be impersonal and formal. formal correct or conservative in style, and suitable for official or serious situations or occasions |
| 4783 |
'Ameliorate' is a more formal way of saying 'improve'. formal correct or conservative in style, and suitable for official or serious situations or occasions |
| 4784 |
The Queen will be the host at a formal dinner tonight. formal a formal event or social occasion is an important or official one at which people wear special clothes |
| 4785 |
She's got a lot of experience but no formal qualifications. formal formal education or training is obtained from studying rather than from working at a job |
| 4786 |
the formal innovations in Mozart's music formal relating to the form or structure of something such as a piece of writing, art, or music |
| 4787 |
Land had to be found for new housing. housing buildings for people to live in |
| 4788 |
There is a shortage of affordable housing. housing buildings for people to live in |
| 4789 |
He works in housing. housing the job or activity of providing houses for people |
| 4790 |
an integrated national housing policy housing the job or activity of providing houses for people |
| 4791 |
a severe housing shortage housing connected with houses and other buildings that people live in |
| 4792 |
an upturn in the housing market (=the buying and selling of houses) housing connected with houses and other buildings that people live in |
| 4793 |
a law that restricts religious freedom freedom the right to do what you want, make your own decisions, and express your own opinions |
| 4794 |
Newspapers now enjoy much greater freedom under the new laws. freedom the right to do what you want, make your own decisions, and express your own opinions |
| 4795 |
My parents gave me total freedom to do whatever I liked. freedom freedom to do something the right to do what you want, make your own decisions, and express your own opinions |
| 4796 |
The school gives students freedom of choice about what to wear. freedom freedom of choice the right to do what you want, make your own decisions, and express your own opinions |
| 4797 |
With the children grown up, she is enjoying her new-found freedom. freedom the ability to do what you want because you have no obligations or responsibilities |
| 4798 |
his first taste of freedom freedom a situation where you are able to go where you want because you are not in prison |
| 4799 |
Police road blocks were seen as an attempt to restrict freedom of movement. freedom the ability to move or go where you want because there is nothing physically stopping you |
| 4800 |
freedom from hunger disease poverty freedom freedom from a situation in which you are not affected by something unpleasant |
| 4801 |
basic fundamental political freedoms freedom different types of freedom |
| 4802 |
Everyone always said that James was a real gentleman. gentleman a man who is always polite and honest and considers other people's needs |
| 4803 |
Please could you call a taxi for this gentleman? gentleman used for referring to a man whose name you do not know |
| 4804 |
Gentlemen, shall we begin? gentleman used for speaking to men in a group or audience |
| 4805 |
Welcome, ladies and gentlemen. gentleman used for speaking to men in a group or audience |
| 4806 |
There were flowers for the ladies and cigars for the gentlemen. gentleman used for speaking about men in a group |
| 4807 |
Christian came from a long line of English country gentlemen. gentleman an old word for a man from a family in a high social class |
| 4808 |
Does the gentleman from Oregon agree? gentleman used by a member of a law-making institution when speaking or referring to another member |
| 4809 |
The show attracts viewers from all walks of life. attract to make someone interested in something so that they do it or come to see or hear it |
| 4810 |
They hope to attract more foreign investors. attract to make someone interested in something so that they do it or come to see or hear it |
| 4811 |
Tourists are attracted by its endless sandy beaches and perfect weather. attract to make someone interested in something so that they do it or come to see or hear it |
| 4812 |
What first attracted you to the study of Buddhism? attract attract someone to something to make someone interested in something so that they do it or come to see or hear it |
| 4813 |
Their behaviour has attracted considerable public criticism. attract to produce or cause an interest in something or someone, or have an opinion about them |
| 4814 |
Their attempts to attract the support of peasants and workers failed. attract to produce or cause an interest in something or someone, or have an opinion about them |
| 4815 |
They tried to leave the hotel without attracting anyone's attention. attract attract someone's attention to produce or cause an interest in something or someone, or have an opinion about them |
| 4816 |
She's never had any trouble attracting men. attract to interest someone in a romantic or sexual way |
| 4817 |
She's old enough now to be attracted to boys. attract be attracted to someone to interest someone in a romantic or sexual way |
| 4818 |
Insects are often attracted by scents that aren't obvious to us. attract to make something move near someone or something |
| 4819 |
the electromagnetic force that makes magnets attract pins attract to make something move near someone or something |
| 4820 |
I expected an explanation and an apology. explanation a reason you give for something that has happened or something you have done |
| 4821 |
The explanation for this is simple. explanation explanation for a reason you give for something that has happened or something you have done |
| 4822 |
He gave a detailed explanation of the events leading up to the accident. explanation explanation of a reason you give for something that has happened or something you have done |
| 4823 |
You must give me some sort of explanation! explanation give offer provide an explanation a reason you give for something that has happened or something you have done |
| 4824 |
This book provides a clear explanation of how to use the Internet. explanation explanation of about a description of how something works or of how to do something |
| 4825 |
We need to appoint a new school secretary. appoint to choose someone to do a particular job or have a particular position |
| 4826 |
the newly appointed editor of the magazine appoint to choose someone to do a particular job or have a particular position |
| 4827 |
Picard has been appointed managing director of the new division. appoint appoint someone (as) something to choose someone to do a particular job or have a particular position |
| 4828 |
A subcommittee should be appointed to assist the chairperson. appoint appoint someone to do something to choose someone to do a particular job or have a particular position |
| 4829 |
She was the first woman to be appointed to the board. appoint appoint someone to something to choose someone to do a particular job or have a particular position |
| 4830 |
Proceedings will be brought to a conclusion at a time appointed by this committee. appoint to choose a time or place for something to happen |
| 4831 |
He arrived at Ella's office at the appointed time. appoint the appointed time place to choose a time or place for something to happen |
| 4832 |
Unemployment was the chief cause of poverty during the 1930s. chief main or most important |
| 4833 |
Dana had always considered her looks her chief asset. chief main or most important |
| 4834 |
The majority of the market has gone to their chief rival, Renault. chief main or most important |
| 4835 |
Keith joined the company as chief industrial engineer. chief highest in authority, position, or rank |
| 4836 |
the government's Chief Medical Officer chief highest in authority, position, or rank |
| 4837 |
The high-powered delegation includes military and foreign intelligence chiefs. chief the person who is in charge of an organization or department, or who has the main responsibility for something |
| 4838 |
a city surrounded by lovely countryside lovely very attractive |
| 4839 |
She had lovely hair. lovely very attractive |
| 4840 |
We've had a lovely evening. lovely enjoyable, or pleasant |
| 4841 |
What a lovely surprise! lovely enjoyable, or pleasant |
| 4842 |
It's lovely to see you again. lovely it's lovely to do something enjoyable, or pleasant |
| 4843 |
It's lovely living so close to the sea. lovely it's lovely doing something enjoyable, or pleasant |
| 4844 |
Can I borrow your pen? Lovely, thanks. lovely used for saying you are pleased about something |
| 4845 |
Just put it there. That's lovely. lovely used for saying you are pleased about something |
| 4846 |
'We'll see you later.' 'Lovely.' lovely used for saying you are pleased about something |
| 4847 |
Oh, lovely! Dirt all over the floor! lovely used about something that you are annoyed about |
| 4848 |
He's a lovely little boy. lovely kind, pleasant, and easy to like |
| 4849 |
She wrote me a lovely letter when my grandfather died. lovely used about kind things that people do |
| 4850 |
It was lovely of her to offer to help. lovely used about kind things that people do |
| 4851 |
The water was lovely and warm. lovely lovely and... used for emphasizing the pleasant quality that something has |
| 4852 |
an experiment intended to demonstrate the importance of family relationships demonstrate to show clearly that something is true or that it exists |
| 4853 |
The study demonstrates that cigarette advertising does encourage children to smoke. demonstrate demonstrate that to show clearly that something is true or that it exists |
| 4854 |
Various techniques will be demonstrated. demonstrate to show someone how to do something by doing it yourself |
| 4855 |
the right to demonstrate peacefully demonstrate to protest about something with other people in a public place |
| 4856 |
Hundreds of students had gathered to demonstrate against the budget cuts. demonstrate demonstrate against to protest about something with other people in a public place |
| 4857 |
The company will finance the construction of a new community sports centre. construction construction of the process of building something large or complicated, such as a bridge or road |
| 4858 |
The dam is still under construction. construction under construction (=being built) the process of building something large or complicated, such as a bridge or road |
| 4859 |
He works in construction. construction the work or business of building things, especially houses and other buildings |
| 4860 |
a construction company worker construction the work or business of building things, especially houses and other buildings |
| 4861 |
houses of brick construction construction the way that something has been built |
| 4862 |
The cathedral is a fantastic modern construction. construction a building or other large structure |
| 4863 |
difficult grammatical constructions construction the way in which words are put together to form a sentence or phrase |
| 4864 |
Her novel explores the construction of gender roles. construction the process of creating something such as an idea or system |
| 4865 |
We both heard what he said, but she put quite a different construction on it. construction put place a construction on something the meaning that you think a word, sentence, phrase, or action has |
| 4866 |
There was a large cat sitting in the middle of the road. middle middle of the part of something that is furthest from the sides, edges, or ends |
| 4867 |
Katy threw the stone into the middle of the pond. middle into the middle (of something) the part of something that is furthest from the sides, edges, or ends |
| 4868 |
a sheet with a blue stripe down the middle middle down through the middle the part of something that is furthest from the sides, edges, or ends |
| 4869 |
The cake was still frozen in the middle. middle in the middle the part of something that is furthest from the sides, edges, or ends |
| 4870 |
They've put a horrible statue smack in the middle of the courtyard. middle right (slap) bang smack in the middle of something (=exactly in the middle of something) the part of something that is furthest from the sides, edges, or ends |
| 4871 |
the middle of the 15th century middle middle of the part that is between the beginning and the end of a period of time or an event |
| 4872 |
Why are you creeping about in the middle of the night? middle in the middle of something the part that is between the beginning and the end of a period of time or an event |
| 4873 |
He fell asleep in the middle of the film. middle the part that is between the beginning and the end of a period of time or an event |
| 4874 |
Ben was holding a towel around his middle. middle your waist and the part of your body around your waist |
| 4875 |
Many children feel caught in the middle when their parents divorce. middle be (caught stuck) in the middle if you are caught or stuck in the middle of two people who are arguing, you feel as though you are expected to support both of them |
| 4876 |
This issue has divided the Conservative Party down the middle. middle to make a group of people divide into two opposing groups |
| 4877 |
Let's split the work down the middle. middle to share something equally between two people or groups |
| 4878 |
He was in the middle of vacuuming when I arrived. middle in the middle of (doing) something busy doing something |
| 4879 |
The car broke down in the middle of nowhere. middle in the middle of nowhere a long way from any town or city |
| 4880 |
Some people adore her, and some hate her, and others are somewhere in the middle. middle in the position of not having a particular opinion but not having the opposite opinion either |
| 4881 |
The map's in the middle drawer. middle nearest the centre and with an equal number of people or things on each side |
| 4882 |
the middle lane of the motorway middle nearest the centre and with an equal number of people or things on each side |
| 4883 |
The middle section of the book deals with training a dog. middle happening in the part between the beginning and the end of something, or between the highest and lowest point of something |
| 4884 |
middle-income families middle happening in the part between the beginning and the end of something, or between the highest and lowest point of something |
| 4885 |
I'm the middle child in our family. middle middle child daughter brother etc the child, daughter, brother etc who is between the oldest and the youngest in age |
| 4886 |
a man in his middle 50s middle in your middle 30s 40s etc around 35 45 etc in age |
| 4887 |
By the middle 1990s, he had become a millionaire. middle the middle 1950s 1980s etc the years around 1955 1985 etc |
| 4888 |
a prison yard yard an enclosed area around a large building where people can do activities outside |
| 4889 |
a builder's yard yard a large open area used for a particular purpose |
| 4890 |
We could go the whole nine yards and define every word in the sentence. yard go the whole nine yards (=do everything possible) everything |
| 4891 |
There was public outrage over the killings. outrage outrage over a strong feeling of anger and shock at something that you feel is wrong or unfair |
| 4892 |
Church leaders expressed their shock and outrage at his racist remarks. outrage outrage at a strong feeling of anger and shock at something that you feel is wrong or unfair |
| 4893 |
The scheme sparked outrage among local people. outrage provoke spark cause outrage a strong feeling of anger and shock at something that you feel is wrong or unfair |
| 4894 |
This decision is an absolute outrage! outrage an event or action that makes you feel extremely angry and upset |
| 4895 |
Many people were outraged by the attack. outrage to make someone extremely angry and shocked |
| 4896 |
a water heater heater a piece of equipment used for making a place warm or for heating water |
| 4897 |
Some of the children were unable to read or write. unable unable to do something not able to do something. In ordinary speech can't do something is the more usual way of saying this |
| 4898 |
Many teenagers feel unable to talk to their parents about their problems. unable feel unable to do something not able to do something. In ordinary speech can't do something is the more usual way of saying this |
| 4899 |
He was quite unable to control his emotions. unable quite unable to do something (=completely unable) not able to do something. In ordinary speech can't do something is the more usual way of saying this |
| 4900 |
The security forces are either unwilling or unable to spend more money. unable unwilling or unable to do something not able to do something. In ordinary speech can't do something is the more usual way of saying this |
| 4901 |
We acquired the shares for 1.75 each. acquire to get something, for example by buying it or being given it |
| 4902 |
his newly acquired BMW acquire newly acquired to get something, for example by buying it or being given it |
| 4903 |
The business was acquired from Orion four years ago. acquire acquire something from someone to get something, for example by buying it or being given it |
| 4904 |
How can such a large quantity of knowledge be acquired? acquire to get new knowledge or a new skill by learning it |
| 4905 |
the way children acquire language acquire to get new knowledge or a new skill by learning it |
| 4906 |
educational institutions that have recently acquired university status acquire to get a particular reputation, position, or name |
| 4907 |
Any drug user who shares a needle is at risk of acquiring AIDS. acquire to get a disease, illness, or infection |
| 4908 |
I've never really acquired a taste for wine. acquire acquire a taste for something (=start to like it) to gradually develop or learn something |
| 4909 |
Decaffeinated coffee is an acquired taste. acquire acquired taste (=something you do not like at first, but gradually start to enjoy) to gradually develop or learn something |
| 4910 |
We want people to acquire the habit of using public transport instead of their cars. acquire acquire the habit (of doing something) (=start to do something regularly, without thinking about why) to gradually develop or learn something |
| 4911 |
Surely you realized we were in when you saw the lights on? surely used for showing that you believe something is very likely |
| 4912 |
Surely she didn't mean it – it was just a thoughtless remark. surely used for showing that you believe something is very likely |
| 4913 |
That is surely the stupidest thing I have ever done. surely without any doubt |
| 4914 |
He's getting married? Surely you can't be serious! surely used for showing surprise or doubt about something |
| 4915 |
'Did she tell you they've split up?' 'Surely not.' surely surely not used for showing that you do not believe that something can be true |
| 4916 |
a period of economic financial political crisis crisis financial economic political crisis an urgent, difficult, or dangerous situation |
| 4917 |
Talks have so far failed to resolve the crisis (=end it). crisis defuse resolve solve a crisis an urgent, difficult, or dangerous situation |
| 4918 |
the current crisis in the farming industry crisis crisis in an urgent, difficult, or dangerous situation |
| 4919 |
We admit that the nursing profession is in crisis. crisis in crisis an urgent, difficult, or dangerous situation |
| 4920 |
He's the kind of person who copes well in a crisis. crisis a dangerous situation in someone's personal or professional life when something could fail |
| 4921 |
Perhaps your father is having some sort of mid-life crisis. crisis a mid-life crisis (=a time around the age of 40 when someone feels dissatisfied with their life) a dangerous situation in someone's personal or professional life when something could fail |
| 4922 |
Which way is west? west the direction that is behind you when you are looking at the rising sun, usually on the left on a map |
| 4923 |
We've driven from east to west. west the direction that is behind you when you are looking at the rising sun, usually on the left on a map |
| 4924 |
They're taking their holidays in the west this year. west the part of a country, region, or place that is in the west |
| 4925 |
I work in the west of the city. west west of the part of a country, region, or place that is in the west |
| 4926 |
The West's response was likely to be decided on Saturday. west the part of the world that includes Europe and North America |
| 4927 |
You drive west to get to the lake. west towards the west |
| 4928 |
The room faces west. west towards the west |
| 4929 |
the west side of the building west in the west, or facing towards the west |
| 4930 |
New York is west of London. west west of (=on the west side of a place) in the west, or facing towards the west |
| 4931 |
rules and regulations imposed by national governments impose to introduce something such as a new law or new system, and force people to accept it |
| 4932 |
They have imposed restrictions on trade with foreign companies. impose impose something on someone something to introduce something such as a new law or new system, and force people to accept it |
| 4933 |
I wouldn't want to impose my views on anyone. impose impose something on someone to force someone to have the same opinion, belief, etc as you |
| 4934 |
This new tax is imposing an unfair burden on employers. impose impose something on someone to give someone something unpleasant to deal with |
| 4935 |
They invited me to dinner, but I didn't like to impose. impose to cause extra work for someone by asking them to do something that may not be convenient for them |
| 4936 |
Please come and stay. You wouldn't be imposing on us at all. impose impose on to cause extra work for someone by asking them to do something that may not be convenient for them |
| 4937 |
I was worried that they would think I was imposing myself. impose impose yourself to cause extra work for someone by asking them to do something that may not be convenient for them |
| 4938 |
You can always put your hood up if it rains. hood the part of a coat or jacket that covers your head |
| 4939 |
The robbers were wearing black hoods. hood a piece of cloth that can be pulled over a person's head and face |
| 4940 |
childhood (=the period when you are a child) #NAME? used with some nouns to make nouns meaning a particular state, or period in someone's life |
| 4941 |
fatherhood (=the state of being a father) #NAME? used with some nouns to make nouns meaning a particular state, or period in someone's life |
| 4942 |
The Hindu god Vishnu is often pictured as a young man herding cows. god one of the male spirits or beings with special powers that people in some religions believe in and worship |
| 4943 |
Money is his god. god something that someone thinks is very important and allows to control their life |
| 4944 |
He's one of the gods of the fashion world. god a man who many people admire or copy |
| 4945 |
God! Would you shut up for a minute? God used for expressing strong feelings such as anger, surprise, or worry. Some people consider this expression offensive |
| 4946 |
My God, you scared me! God used for expressing strong feelings such as anger, surprise, or worry. Some people consider this expression offensive |
| 4947 |
Oh my God, are you all right? God used for expressing strong feelings such as anger, surprise, or worry. Some people consider this expression offensive |
| 4948 |
Could you do me a favour? favour do someone a favour something that you do for someone in order to help them |
| 4949 |
Can I ask a favour of you? favour ask a favour of someone something that you do for someone in order to help them |
| 4950 |
I'll ask Steve. He owes me a favour. favour owe someone a favour something that you do for someone in order to help them |
| 4951 |
Thanks very much for your help. I'll return the favour some time. favour return a favour something that you do for someone in order to help them |
| 4952 |
He wouldn't take any money for his work: he insisted he was doing it as a favour. favour do something as a favour something that you do for someone in order to help them |
| 4953 |
This approach has won more favour in the US than in Britain. favour find gain win favour (with someone) support or admiration from people |
| 4954 |
Nuclear power stations have lost favour in recent years. favour lose favour (with someone) support or admiration from people |
| 4955 |
an ambitious young man willing to curry favour with his superiors favour curry favour (=try to get someone to support or admire you) support or admiration from people |
| 4956 |
He was careful to show no favour to anyone. favour show favour to someone behaviour that helps someone and gives them an advantage in an unfair way |
| 4957 |
He was found guilty of selling secrets in return for sexual favours. favour sexual acts that one person agrees to do with another |
| 4958 |
500? Do me a favour! It's worth twice that! favour do me us a favour used for showing that you think that someone has said or done something silly or annoying |
| 4959 |
styles in favour at the moment favour in favour liked, popular, or fashionable at a particular time |
| 4960 |
The delay might actually work in our favour. favour be work count go etc in someone's favour helping you, or giving you an advantage |
| 4961 |
He had tricked her into writing a cheque in his favour. favour showing who an amount of money written on a cheque should be paid to |
| 4962 |
Those in favour of the motion, please raise your hands now. favour supporting a person or an idea, proposal etc that you believe is right |
| 4963 |
Councillor Stone then outlined the arguments in favour of the proposed changes. favour supporting a person or an idea, proposal etc that you believe is right |
| 4964 |
I am all in favour of trying to find ways to save money. favour be all in favour of someone something supporting a person or an idea, proposal etc that you believe is right |
| 4965 |
The council voted 11–3 in favour of providing the extra money. favour vote in favour of something supporting a person or an idea, proposal etc that you believe is right |
| 4966 |
The court ruled in Mrs Adams' favour. favour find decide rule in favour of someone supporting a person or an idea, proposal etc that you believe is right |
| 4967 |
They have come down very strongly in favour of the proposed merger. favour come down in favour of someone something (=decide to support them) supporting a person or an idea, proposal etc that you believe is right |
| 4968 |
Manchester was rejected in favour of Liverpool as the site for the new stadium. favour preferring to choose someone or something that you believe is better |
| 4969 |
You're not doing yourself any favours by going to work in that state. favour not do yourself any favours to not behave in a way that will help you or get you an advantage |
| 4970 |
Stephenson is currently out of favour with the England team selectors. favour out of favour no longer liked, popular, or fashionable |
| 4971 |
These stocks have steadily fallen out of favour with investors. favour fall out of favour (with someone) no longer liked, popular, or fashionable |
| 4972 |
The report strongly favours reform of the electoral system. favour to support an idea and believe that it is better than other ideas that have been suggested |
| 4973 |
These tax cuts will favour the rich. favour to help someone and give them an advantage in an unfair way |
| 4974 |
The wet conditions favoured the home team. favour to make a situation easier or better for someone or something |
| 4975 |
All the workers have an equal share in the profits. equal the same in value, amount, or size |
| 4976 |
His wife was doing work of equal importance. equal of equal value size quality etc the same in value, amount, or size |
| 4977 |
An extension, equal in height to the main building, was added later. equal equal in value size quality etc the same in value, amount, or size |
| 4978 |
They receive an income equal to the value of the goods they produce. equal equal to the same in value, amount, or size |
| 4979 |
Roughly equal numbers of men and women enrol each year. equal roughly approximately equal the same in value, amount, or size |
| 4980 |
He believed that all men and women were equal. equal having or deserving the same rights and opportunities as other people |
| 4981 |
They are equal partners in every aspect of their lives. equal having or deserving the same rights and opportunities as other people |
| 4982 |
Men and women should receive equal pay for equal work. equal giving people the same rights and opportunities |
| 4983 |
Everyone should have equal access to healthcare services. equal giving people the same rights and opportunities |
| 4984 |
He supported equal rights for all citizens. equal equal rights giving people the same rights and opportunities |
| 4985 |
All things being equal, we should get there by the evening. equal all other things being equal if things stay as expected, or if there are no special facts to consider |
| 4986 |
Other things being equal, the job would be given to a woman. equal all other things being equal if things stay as expected, or if there are no special facts to consider |
| 4987 |
Patricia would be equal to the task of running a large department. equal having the ability and determination needed to do something difficult |
| 4988 |
They were facing soldiers whose skill was at least equal to their own. equal as good as another thing or person |
| 4989 |
He was one of those people who bore and infuriate in equal measure. equal in equal measure used for saying that two things have an equal effect or importance |
| 4990 |
We want to ensure that women can take part on an equal footing to men. equal on an equal footing with the same rights and conditions as someone you are competing with |
| 4991 |
One unit of alcohol is equal to one small glass of wine. equal something is equal to something used for saying that two things are the same in value, amount, or size |
| 4992 |
I consider her my equal. equal someone or something that has the same value, rights, or importance as another person or thing, or that deserves the same respect |
| 4993 |
It's time we were treated as equals. equal someone or something that has the same value, rights, or importance as another person or thing, or that deserves the same respect |
| 4994 |
Our training was the equal of that provided in Germany. equal equal of someone or something that has the same value, rights, or importance as another person or thing, or that deserves the same respect |
| 4995 |
As a family holiday destination, Bournemouth is without equal. equal be without equal to be better than anyone or anything else |
| 4996 |
Five plus three equals eight. equal to be the same in value or amount as something else |
| 4997 |
This is the point where total cost equals total revenue. equal to be the same in value or amount as something else |
| 4998 |
Increased population equals increased demand. equal to have the same effect or result as something |
| 4999 |
He did everything with a style that I have never seen equalled. equal to achieve the same standard or level of ability as someone else |
| 5000 |
She equalled the record with a time of 27.69 seconds. equal to achieve the same standard or level of ability as someone else |
| 5001 |
His personal vanity was equalled only by his fear of failure. equal to be as good or large as something else |
| 5002 |
There are plans to increase the capacity of the stadium. capacity the amount of something that can be put in a container, or the number of people that a place has room for |
| 5003 |
The fuel tanks have a capacity of 25,000 litres. capacity capacity of the amount of something that can be put in a container, or the number of people that a place has room for |
| 5004 |
a theatre with a seating capacity of 800 capacity the amount of something that can be put in a container, or the number of people that a place has room for |
| 5005 |
The game is set to attract a capacity crowd of 42,000. capacity a capacity crowd audience (=a very large crowd audience that completely fills a place) the amount of something that can be put in a container, or the number of people that a place has room for |
| 5006 |
New machinery could increase our production capacity by 25 per cent. capacity the amount of goods that a company can produce, or the amount of work it can do |
| 5007 |
The plant has a capacity of 120,000 tonnes per annum. capacity the amount of goods that a company can produce, or the amount of work it can do |
| 5008 |
The present rail network has plenty of spare capacity. capacity the amount of goods that a company can produce, or the amount of work it can do |
| 5009 |
The factory is now operating at full capacity. capacity at full capacity (=producing as many goods as possible, or doing as much work as possible) the amount of goods that a company can produce, or the amount of work it can do |
| 5010 |
Her poor health limits her earning capacity. capacity the ability to do something |
| 5011 |
They are worried about their capacity to invest for the future. capacity capacity to do something the ability to do something |
| 5012 |
Harry had a tremendous capacity for work. capacity capacity for the ability to do something |
| 5013 |
I am here in a purely personal capacity. capacity in a professional personal advisory etc capacity having a particular job or position when you do something |
| 5014 |
The Princess was there in her capacity as patron of the charity. capacity in your capacity as having a particular job or position when you do something |
| 5015 |
They bought a flat in Chelsea. flat a set of rooms for living in, usually on one floor of a large building. The usual American word is apartment |
| 5016 |
The family live in a fourth-floor flat. flat a set of rooms for living in, usually on one floor of a large building. The usual American word is apartment |
| 5017 |
Let's meet at my flat. flat a set of rooms for living in, usually on one floor of a large building. The usual American word is apartment |
| 5018 |
a block of flats (=a building with a lot of flats in it) flat a set of rooms for living in, usually on one floor of a large building. The usual American word is apartment |
| 5019 |
The race is run mostly on the flat. flat on the flat on level ground that has no slopes or hills |
| 5020 |
She hit the table with the flat of her hand. flat the flat of something a flat surface or part of something |
| 5021 |
The building has a flat roof. flat level and parallel to the ground |
| 5022 |
You need a flat surface to work on. flat level and parallel to the ground |
| 5023 |
The farmland is very flat. flat smooth on the surface, with no lumps or slopes |
| 5024 |
a firm flat stomach flat smooth on the surface, with no lumps or slopes |
| 5025 |
a monitor with a flat screen flat thin and wide and not curving inwards or outwards |
| 5026 |
She put the fruit on a large flat plate. flat thin and wide and not curving inwards or outwards |
| 5027 |
Stand with your feet flat on the floor. flat stretched out or lying on a surface |
| 5028 |
She was flat on her back asleep. flat flat on your back stretched out or lying on a surface |
| 5029 |
The bank charges a flat fee of 5 for money transfers. flat a flat rate or amount is the same in all situations, so that you do not pay more or less |
| 5030 |
Ben's voice was curiously flat when he told us the news. flat lacking emotion, interest, or excitement |
| 5031 |
The victory celebrations seemed rather flat. flat lacking emotion, interest, or excitement |
| 5032 |
a flat refusal flat said directly and definitely |
| 5033 |
It was a flat statement of fact, with no apology. flat said directly and definitely |
| 5034 |
Many companies are adopting a flatter management structure. flat used for describing an organization or system in which there are not many different levels of status |
| 5035 |
August was a flat month. flat with very little business or activity happening |
| 5036 |
The sea by then was as flat as a pancake. flat as flat as a pancake very flat |
| 5037 |
Carole says she's not comfortable lying flat. flat stretched out or lying on a surface |
| 5038 |
We heard a bang and threw ourselves flat on the ground. flat stretched out or lying on a surface |
| 5039 |
He laid the map out flat on the table. flat stretched out or lying on a surface |
| 5040 |
Brenda has always sung terribly flat. flat singing or playing musical notes that are slightly lower than they should be |
| 5041 |
I fell asleep in five seconds flat! flat exactly: used for emphasizing how quickly something is done |
| 5042 |
They turned me down flat. flat completely |
| 5043 |
We were flat broke at the time. flat flat broke (=having no money at all) completely |
| 5044 |
I warned you not to do it but you went flat against my advice. flat go flat against something (=completely ignore someone's authority) completely |
| 5045 |
Without him the whole evening would have fallen flat. flat fall flat to not succeed in entertaining someone or making them laugh |
| 5046 |
My attempt at a joke fell flat. flat fall flat to not succeed in entertaining someone or making them laugh |
| 5047 |
This scheme will fall flat on its face unless the residents get behind it. flat to fail completely, especially in an embarrassing way |
| 5048 |
He worked flat out from morning until night. flat as quickly or with as much effort as possible |
| 5049 |
Michael said flat out that he didn't believe me. flat directly, without trying to avoid offending or upsetting people |
| 5050 |
He was just flat out wrong. flat completely and without doubt |
| 5051 |
There are strict rules that govern the selection of political candidates. selection selection of the process of choosing one person or thing from a group |
| 5052 |
It's worth taking the time to make a careful selection. selection make a selection the process of choosing one person or thing from a group |
| 5053 |
An interview normally forms part of the selection process. selection selection process procedure policy relating to the process of choosing |
| 5054 |
I'm very happy with my selection. selection someone or something that you have chosen |
| 5055 |
a selection of local cheeses selection selection of a set of things for you to choose from, or things that have been chosen from a larger set |
| 5056 |
The programme presents a selection of poems from around the world. selection a set of things for you to choose from, or things that have been chosen from a larger set |
| 5057 |
They have a wide selection of carpets to suit all tastes. selection a good wide large varied selection a set of things for you to choose from, or things that have been chosen from a larger set |
| 5058 |
a game of football football a game in which two teams of eleven players kick a round ball and try to score goals |
| 5059 |
Rob's going home to watch the football on TV. football a game in which two teams of eleven players kick a round ball and try to score goals |
| 5060 |
He plays football for Barcelona. football play football a game in which two teams of eleven players kick a round ball and try to score goals |
| 5061 |
a football match pitch ground stadium football relating to football |
| 5062 |
football boots football relating to football |
| 5063 |
Children were kicking a football back and forth. football a ball used for playing football or American football |
| 5064 |
The team worked hard to achieve their championship victory. victory the fact of winning a competition or battle, or an occasion when someone wins |
| 5065 |
Scotland cruised to victory in the second half of the match. victory cruise to victory (=win easily) the fact of winning a competition or battle, or an occasion when someone wins |
| 5066 |
a decisive election victory for the Labour Party victory victory for the fact of winning a competition or battle, or an occasion when someone wins |
| 5067 |
Spain's 3–2 victory over Russia in last night's game victory victory over the fact of winning a competition or battle, or an occasion when someone wins |
| 5068 |
The judge's ruling has been hailed as a victory for freedom of speech. victory victory for a situation in which someone's principles or goals become officially accepted |
| 5069 |
She works in a factory. factory a building or group of buildings where large quantities of goods are produced using machines |
| 5070 |
a car factory factory a building or group of buildings where large quantities of goods are produced using machines |
| 5071 |
factory workers bosses factory relating to a factory or working in a factory |
| 5072 |
people who live in remote rural areas rural relating to the countryside, or in the countryside |
| 5073 |
social change in rural communities rural relating to the countryside, or in the countryside |
| 5074 |
rural areas roads schools rural relating to the countryside, or in the countryside |
| 5075 |
The atmosphere is so pleasantly rural. rural typical of the countryside |
| 5076 |
He's phoned twice already this morning. twice two times |
| 5077 |
twice a day month week twice two times |
| 5078 |
The United States has twice as many people as Japan. twice two times the amount or rate of something |
| 5079 |
Wages are rising at twice the rate of inflation. twice two times the amount or rate of something |
| 5080 |
Malcolm likes singing in the bath. sing to make music using your voice |
| 5081 |
They sang several old familiar songs. sing sing a song to make music using your voice |
| 5082 |
He sang about his love for the sea. sing sing about to make music using your voice |
| 5083 |
Her mother sang with the band in the early days. sing sing with to make music using your voice |
| 5084 |
Grace was singing softly to herself. sing sing softly loudly to make music using your voice |
| 5085 |
Fran awoke to the sound of birds singing. sing if a bird sings, it makes musical sounds |
| 5086 |
high winds making the telephone wires sing sing to make a high continuous sound |
| 5087 |
Mary likes you. She's always singing your praises. sing sing someone's something's praises to talk about how good someone or something is |
| 5088 |
Every night she sings the baby to sleep. sing sing someone to sleep to make someone start sleeping by singing to them |
| 5089 |
Doctors' salaries have risen substantially, whereas nurses' pay has actually fallen. whereas used for comparing two things, people, situations etc and showing that there is an important difference between them |
| 5090 |
Whereas knowledge can be acquired from books, skills must be learned through practice. whereas used for comparing two things, people, situations etc and showing that there is an important difference between them |
| 5091 |
Students will sit a two-hour examination at the end of the year. examination sit take an examination an exam (sense 1) |
| 5092 |
Engineers made a thorough examination of the wreckage. examination examination of a careful look at something in order to find out about it or see what it is like |
| 5093 |
It looked like a shed, but on closer examination we could see it was someone's house. examination on closer examination a careful look at something in order to find out about it or see what it is like |
| 5094 |
The doctor will give you a full examination before the trip. examination an occasion when a doctor looks carefully at someone's body to make certain they are healthy |
| 5095 |
These proposals will need detailed examination before a decision can be reached. examination a careful study of an idea or plan to see how good it is |
| 5096 |
Several options are under examination. examination under examination (=being considered) a careful study of an idea or plan to see how good it is |
| 5097 |
Further examination of the witness revealed that he had met the murdered woman on several occasions. examination examination of an occasion when a lawyer asks someone questions in court |
| 5098 |
The package was delivered this morning. deliver to take something, especially goods or letters, to a place |
| 5099 |
Would you like to have the latest fashions delivered to your door? deliver deliver something to something to take something, especially goods or letters, to a place |
| 5100 |
Your flowers will be delivered by hand to your door on the day of your choice. deliver deliver something by hand to take something, especially goods or letters, to a place |
| 5101 |
The message was delivered by the Finnish ambassador. deliver to give information or documents to someone |
| 5102 |
These records should be delivered to the Registrar at the end of every financial year. deliver deliver something to someone to give information or documents to someone |
| 5103 |
He was safely delivered to his hotel. deliver deliver someone to to take someone to a place where they will be guarded or looked after |
| 5104 |
The main speech was delivered by Anne Samson. deliver deliver a speech lecture address to give a formal talk to a group of people |
| 5105 |
The jury returned to deliver their verdict. deliver to give an official decision |
| 5106 |
No one believed that he would be able to deliver everything that he had promised. deliver to do something that you have promised to do |
| 5107 |
How will the government deliver on its election promises? deliver deliver on to do something that you have promised to do |
| 5108 |
These reforms will enable us to deliver health services more efficiently. deliver to provide a service |
| 5109 |
We're counting on you to deliver votes from younger people. deliver to win votes or support, especially for a political party |
| 5110 |
We'll soon be delivering this software on multiple platforms. deliver to make a computer program available |
| 5111 |
A two-processor configuration should deliver 57 MIPS. deliver if a computer delivers a particular amount of power, speed, or effectiveness, it makes it available for you to use |
| 5112 |
She delivered a hefty blow to his stomach. deliver deliver a blow punch if you deliver a blow or punch to part of someone's body, you hit them there very hard |
| 5113 |
The baby was delivered by a paramedic. deliver to help a woman to give birth to a baby |
| 5114 |
It was another hundred years before they were finally delivered from slavery. deliver deliver someone from something to free someone from an unpleasant situation |
| 5115 |
People doubt that the Minister can really deliver the goods. deliver deliver the goods to do something that you have promised to do or are expected to do |
| 5116 |
The lawyers said it was a hopeless case. hopeless if a situation is hopeless, it seems very unlikely to succeed or improve |
| 5117 |
This is hopeless. I'll never learn to swim. hopeless if a situation is hopeless, it seems very unlikely to succeed or improve |
| 5118 |
As far as mechanical ability goes, George is hopeless. hopeless not skilful at all |
| 5119 |
I am hopeless at paying my bills on time. hopeless hopeless at not skilful at all |
| 5120 |
a hopeless romantic (=very romantic person) hopeless used for emphasizing how extreme something is |
| 5121 |
their hopeless faces hopeless feeling or showing no hope |
| 5122 |
Make sure nobody is in the building before you lock up. nobody no one |
| 5123 |
Bill thinks that nobody understands him. nobody no one |
| 5124 |
Nobody else knows our secret. nobody nobody else no one |
| 5125 |
I'm tired of everyone treating me like a nobody. nobody a person who is not at all important |
| 5126 |
The study reveals very substantial differences between population groups. substantial large in amount or degree |
| 5127 |
The schools have a substantial measure of local autonomy. substantial large in amount or degree |
| 5128 |
A substantial number of members have called to complain. substantial a substantial number amount proportion large in amount or degree |
| 5129 |
There has been a substantial increase in inflation. substantial a substantial increase reduction improvement large in amount or degree |
| 5130 |
substantial savings investments substantial used about large amounts of money |
| 5131 |
Unless the group can raise a substantial sum, they will be in trouble. substantial a substantial sum used about large amounts of money |
| 5132 |
a substantial brick building substantial large and strongly built |
| 5133 |
His decision was based on nothing more substantial than his dislike of foreigners. substantial important, or real |
| 5134 |
The most substantial regional newspaper is Caribbean Contact. substantial dealing with important ideas in a serious way |
| 5135 |
Do you have anything more substantial than these pretzels? substantial making you feel full and satisfied |
| 5136 |
How many people did you invite? invite to ask someone to come to see you or to spend time with you socially |
| 5137 |
We've invited all the neighbours to a barbecue. invite invite someone to for something to ask someone to come to see you or to spend time with you socially |
| 5138 |
Why don't you invite them for a drink? invite to ask someone to come to see you or to spend time with you socially |
| 5139 |
They've invited me to eat at their house tonight. invite invite someone to do something to ask someone to come to see you or to spend time with you socially |
| 5140 |
Blair will be speaking to an invited audience at the Royal Academy. invite to formally ask someone to do something or go somewhere |
| 5141 |
Leaders of the warring factions were invited to attend peace talks in Geneva. invite invite someone to do something to formally ask someone to do something or go somewhere |
| 5142 |
Applications are invited from all qualified candidates. invite to say formally that you would like to receive something from someone |
| 5143 |
His policies invited widespread criticism. invite to do something that makes something bad or unpleasant more likely to happen |
| 5144 |
What is your intention? intention a plan in your mind to do something |
| 5145 |
Megan suddenly announced her intention of selling the house. intention intention of doing something a plan in your mind to do something |
| 5146 |
We have no intention of giving up. intention have no intention of doing something a plan in your mind to do something |
| 5147 |
No one goes to college with the intention of failing. intention with the intention of doing something a plan in your mind to do something |
| 5148 |
I had every intention of phoning her this morning, but I just didn't get a chance. intention have every intention of doing something (=really intend to do it) a plan in your mind to do something |
| 5149 |
It wasn't my intention to upset you. intention intention to do something a plan in your mind to do something |
| 5150 |
You may be full of good intentions but not everyone will share your enthusiasm. intention good bad intentions (=plans to do something good bad) a plan in your mind to do something |
| 5151 |
I know you had the best of intentions, but you should have consulted me first. intention the best (of) intentions a plan in your mind to do something |
| 5152 |
It was never our intention that people should suffer as a result of these cuts in spending. intention intention that a plan in your mind to do something |
| 5153 |
a hen's pigeon's sparrow's egg egg the round object with a shell that a female bird produces and a baby bird develops in. The mother bird lays an egg, and later the egg hatches and the baby bird comes out |
| 5154 |
an ostrich egg egg the round object with a shell that a female bird produces and a baby bird develops in. The mother bird lays an egg, and later the egg hatches and the baby bird comes out |
| 5155 |
We had scrambled eggs for breakfast. egg a chicken's egg used as food |
| 5156 |
an egg sandwich egg a chicken's egg used as food |
| 5157 |
They found themselves out of pocket and with egg on their faces. egg have get egg on your face to be embarrassed or appear stupid because something that you tried to do has gone wrong |
| 5158 |
The basic advice with investment is don't put all your eggs in one basket. egg put all your eggs in one basket to depend completely on just one idea, plan, or person so that you have no other possibilities if things go wrong |
| 5159 |
He'd never have stolen it if she hadn't egged him on. egg egg on to encourage someone to do something that they should not do |
| 5160 |
I'll come back when you're in a more reasonable mood. reasonable someone who is reasonable behaves in a sensible and fair way |
| 5161 |
Come on, be reasonable – I didn't mean to do it! reasonable be reasonable someone who is reasonable behaves in a sensible and fair way |
| 5162 |
We have taken all reasonable precautions to avoid an accident. reasonable used about people's decisions, actions etc |
| 5163 |
It's reasonable to assume that these measures will prove successful. reasonable if something is reasonable, there are good reasons for thinking that it is true or correct |
| 5164 |
They had reasonable grounds for taking action. reasonable if something is reasonable, there are good reasons for thinking that it is true or correct |
| 5165 |
The prosecution must prove their case beyond reasonable doubt. reasonable beyond (a) reasonable doubt (=so that there is little possibility of something not being true) if something is reasonable, there are good reasons for thinking that it is true or correct |
| 5166 |
I'm sure there's a perfectly reasonable explanation for his absence. reasonable a reasonable explanation excuse if something is reasonable, there are good reasons for thinking that it is true or correct |
| 5167 |
Tourists have a right to expect a reasonable standard of accommodation. reasonable fairly good, although not extremely good |
| 5168 |
The hotel is situated within a reasonable distance of the beach. reasonable not too far, high, great etc |
| 5169 |
Set the heating system to a reasonable level. reasonable not too far, high, great etc |
| 5170 |
This service is provided at a reasonable cost. reasonable a reasonable price is fair and not too high |
| 5171 |
Ed spoke with infuriating reasonableness. reasonable |
| 5172 |
He climbed onto the roof to get a better view. onto into a position on an object or surface |
| 5173 |
A tree fell onto a car, trapping the people inside. onto into a position on an object or surface |
| 5174 |
Marilyn emptied her shopping bag onto the carpet. onto into a position on an object or surface |
| 5175 |
A spectator ran onto the field and attacked the referee. onto to an area that you think of as a surface |
| 5176 |
Eric can make people laugh merely by walking onto the stage. onto to an area that you think of as a surface |
| 5177 |
Thousands of protesters poured out onto the streets. onto to an area that you think of as a surface |
| 5178 |
Slater was arrested for trying to carry a gun onto the plane. onto into a bus, train, ship, or aircraft etc |
| 5179 |
The refugees were herded onto buses. onto into a bus, train, ship, or aircraft etc |
| 5180 |
She rolled over onto her back and gazed at the ceiling. onto into a position in which you are resting or supporting yourself on a particular part of your body |
| 5181 |
Somehow Donovan's name had got onto the list of candidates. onto used for saying that something is added to a list, statement, word etc |
| 5182 |
To form the plural, just add 's' or 'es' onto the end. onto used for saying that something is added to a list, statement, word etc |
| 5183 |
The kitchen looks out onto a long narrow garden. onto used for saying in which direction a building, room, door, or window faces, or where it leads to |
| 5184 |
an apartment building facing onto Waterloo Street onto used for saying in which direction a building, room, door, or window faces, or where it leads to |
| 5185 |
Internet companies obviously thought they were onto a good thing. onto be onto a good thing to have found an opportunity to become very successful or make a lot of money |
| 5186 |
The neighbours have been onto me again about the dogs barking. onto be get onto someone to speak to someone in order to complain or ask something |
| 5187 |
Get onto the sales department and find out what's happened. onto be get onto someone to speak to someone in order to complain or ask something |
| 5188 |
He knew the police were onto him. onto be onto someone to have found out that a particular person was involved in a crime |
| 5189 |
I think you could be onto something here. onto be onto something to have information that will help to you make an important discovery |
| 5190 |
a naive 17-year-old naive a naive person lacks experience of life and tends to trust other people and believe things too easily |
| 5191 |
a naive question naive typical of a naive person |
| 5192 |
Zoe naively thought drugs wouldn't affect her. naive |
| 5193 |
These plans encourage the elderly to retain their independence. retain to keep someone or something |
| 5194 |
We're trying to recruit and retain skilled staff. retain to keep someone or something |
| 5195 |
The US expects to retain control over the operation. retain to keep someone or something |
| 5196 |
I shall retain a lasting and fond memory of him. retain to remember ideas or information |
| 5197 |
It will cost 2,500 to retain a good lawyer. retain to employ a professional person such as a lawyer or doctor by paying an amount of money called a retainer before the work is done |
| 5198 |
military commercial aircraft aircraft a plane, helicopter, or other vehicle that flies |
| 5199 |
They came under attack from enemy aircraft. aircraft a plane, helicopter, or other vehicle that flies |
| 5200 |
The aircraft had 48 passengers on board. aircraft a plane, helicopter, or other vehicle that flies |
| 5201 |
Prices have risen sharply in the last decade. decade in over during within the past last next decade a period of ten years, especially one beginning with a year that ends in a 0, for example 1990 to 1999 |
| 5202 |
People should have access to cheap, fresh food. cheap not expensive |
| 5203 |
The local buses are cheap and reliable. cheap not expensive |
| 5204 |
a cheap and plentiful source of energy cheap not expensive |
| 5205 |
The machine is relatively cheap to build but expensive to maintain. cheap not expensive |
| 5206 |
Silver is very cheap in Mexico. cheap used about something that is lower in price than usual or than you expected |
| 5207 |
People were drinking cheap wine from plastic cups. cheap not expensive and not of good quality |
| 5208 |
He was always buying her cheap jewellery. cheap not expensive and not of good quality |
| 5209 |
Always ask for our products by name – beware of cheap imitations! cheap a cheap imitation not expensive and not of good quality |
| 5210 |
I'm not interested in scoring cheap points in this debate. cheap a cheap action or remark is unfair or unkind and does not deserve respect |
| 5211 |
The Minister should be dealing with the problem, not making cheap jibes. cheap a cheap joke jibe a cheap action or remark is unfair or unkind and does not deserve respect |
| 5212 |
He said he realized it had been a cheap trick and he was sorry. cheap a cheap trick a cheap action or remark is unfair or unkind and does not deserve respect |
| 5213 |
It happened during the war when life was cheap. cheap not considered important or valuable |
| 5214 |
She's so cheap she wouldn't even buy her own mother a birthday card. cheap not willing to spend money |
| 5215 |
It's not the best place you'll ever eat at, but it's cheap and cheerful. cheap cheap and cheerful not expensive and of reasonable quality |
| 5216 |
a market stall selling cheap and nasty watches cheap cheap and nasty unattractive, not expensive, and of very bad quality |
| 5217 |
He'd spent 60,000 but said his victory was cheap at the price. cheap cheap at the price used for emphasizing that something is worth more than it costs |
| 5218 |
It's a great opportunity to pick up a car on the cheap. cheap if you buy something on the cheap, you do not pay the usual price |
| 5219 |
I can't believe I managed to get it so cheap. cheap at a low price |
| 5220 |
They've got a load of furniture going cheap. cheap going cheap being sold for a lower price than is usual |
| 5221 |
He doesn't come cheap, but he gets the job done on time. cheap not come cheap to cost or charge a lot |
| 5222 |
Electric cars are quiet and pollution-free. quiet making very little or no noise |
| 5223 |
some quiet soothing music quiet making very little or no noise |
| 5224 |
a quiet sensitive boy quiet used about people who are not talking or who do not usually talk much |
| 5225 |
Everyone went quiet when he walked in. quiet go quiet used about people who are not talking or who do not usually talk much |
| 5226 |
On the way home, she grew quiet and thoughtful. quiet grow quiet used about people who are not talking or who do not usually talk much |
| 5227 |
The house was quiet again. quiet used about places in which there is little noise |
| 5228 |
We live in a quiet residential area. quiet if a place is quiet, it is not very busy |
| 5229 |
a quiet little seaside town quiet if a place is quiet, it is not very busy |
| 5230 |
Nightclubs are often fairly quiet on weeknights. quiet if a place is quiet, it is not very busy |
| 5231 |
a quiet country road quiet if a place is quiet, it is not very busy |
| 5232 |
a quiet relaxing holiday quiet if a situation or period of time is quiet, there is very little activity happening then |
| 5233 |
Business has been unusually quiet this holiday season. quiet if a situation or period of time is quiet, there is very little activity happening then |
| 5234 |
I just went out for a quiet drink with my girlfriend. quiet a quiet drink if a situation or period of time is quiet, there is very little activity happening then |
| 5235 |
Miles wanted nothing but a quiet life. quiet a quiet life if a situation or period of time is quiet, there is very little activity happening then |
| 5236 |
There was a mood of quiet desperation in the place. quiet used about feelings that someone has but does not show or talk about |
| 5237 |
her quiet confidence quiet used about feelings that someone has but does not show or talk about |
| 5238 |
Will you be quiet! I'm trying to read. quiet be quiet used for telling someone to stop talking or to stop making a noise |
| 5239 |
Maybe I should have a quiet word with Tom's teacher? quiet have a quiet word with someone to speak to someone in an informal way about a problem |
| 5240 |
Can we trust him to keep quiet about what he's seen? quiet keep quiet about something to not tell anyone about something |
| 5241 |
We're going to keep her decision quiet for the moment. quiet keep quiet about something to not tell anyone about something |
| 5242 |
Can we have some quiet please (=can everyone stop talking)? quiet a place or situation where there is not much noise or activity |
| 5243 |
He relaxed in the quiet of his hotel room. quiet quiet of a place or situation where there is not much noise or activity |
| 5244 |
He came to see me on the quiet to ask about Jill's health. quiet on the quiet without telling anyone |
| 5245 |
She was wearing a bright red scarf. bright bright colours are strong but not dark |
| 5246 |
His eyes are bright blue. bright bright colours are strong but not dark |
| 5247 |
They have used warm bright colours all through the house. bright bright colours are strong but not dark |
| 5248 |
It was a bright sunny day. bright full of strong shining light |
| 5249 |
I could see a bright light in the sky. bright full of strong shining light |
| 5250 |
It's nice and bright in here (=there is a lot of light). bright full of strong shining light |
| 5251 |
We stood blinking in the bright sunshine. bright bright sunshine sunlight full of strong shining light |
| 5252 |
She was married to a bright young lawyer. bright a bright person is intelligent and usually young and likely to do well at school or in their careers |
| 5253 |
one of the brightest students in the class bright a bright person is intelligent and usually young and likely to do well at school or in their careers |
| 5254 |
She's bright enough to know that this is a very good offer. bright a bright person is intelligent and usually young and likely to do well at school or in their careers |
| 5255 |
She gave him a bright smile. bright happy and lively |
| 5256 |
His eyes were bright and hopeful. bright happy and lively |
| 5257 |
I'm sure there is a very bright future for you in this company. bright likely to be successful |
| 5258 |
The team's prospects don't look very bright. bright likely to be successful |
| 5259 |
Their music is bright and breezy but not very memorable. bright bright and breezy lively and confident |
| 5260 |
We'll be up bright and early. bright bright and early early in the morning |
| 5261 |
Whose bright idea was that, then? bright a bright idea a clever idea. This word is often used for showing that you think an idea is stupid |
| 5262 |
At eighteen she left home for the bright lights of London. bright the bright lights a big city where you can have an exciting life and be successful |
| 5263 |
Some bright spark suggested a midnight swim. bright a bright spark someone who is clever or who has a clever idea. This word is usually used for showing that you think someone is stupid |
| 5264 |
The one bright spot is that they have promised to re-examine the case. bright a bright spot something that is good when everything else seems bad |
| 5265 |
Look on the bright side – you'll save money by not going. bright look on the bright side to think about the good parts of a situation that is mostly bad |
| 5266 |
Many local businesses offered to contribute to the school rebuilding fund. contribute contribute to to give money, goods, or your time and effort in order to achieve something, especially when other people are also helping |
| 5267 |
He promised to contribute 5,000 towards the cost of the lawsuit. contribute contribute something to towards something to give money, goods, or your time and effort in order to achieve something, especially when other people are also helping |
| 5268 |
The UK will contribute 8,000 troops to the NATO operation. contribute to give money, goods, or your time and effort in order to achieve something, especially when other people are also helping |
| 5269 |
Davis didn't really contribute much to the game in the second half. contribute contribute something to something to be a part of a group or an activity and help it to be successful |
| 5270 |
He felt he had nothing to contribute to the discussion. contribute have a lot much nothing to contribute to be a part of a group or an activity and help it to be successful |
| 5271 |
The scandal certainly contributed to their defeat at the last election. contribute contribute to to be one of the things that help to make something happen |
| 5272 |
Speed is a contributing factor in many road accidents. contribute contributing factor (=one of the things that causes something) to be one of the things that help to make something happen |
| 5273 |
She continued to contribute articles to sports magazines. contribute contribute something to something to write stories or articles for a newspaper or magazine |
| 5274 |
a subset sub- one small part of a larger thing: used with some nouns |
| 5275 |
a sub-post office sub- smaller or less important than someone or something: used with some nouns |
| 5276 |
subaqua diving (=diving under water) sub- below or under something: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 5277 |
substandard (=below average) sub- below or under something: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 5278 |
sub-Saharan Africa sub- further south: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 5279 |
the subarctic region sub- further south: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 5280 |
The teacher stopped in front of a little boy in the front row. row a series of people or things arranged in a straight line |
| 5281 |
a row of houses shops chairs row row of a series of people or things arranged in a straight line |
| 5282 |
She could see row upon row of people waiting to be served. row row upon row (=a lot of rows) a series of people or things arranged in a straight line |
| 5283 |
Let's go for a row on the lake this afternoon. row a short journey in a rowing boat |
| 5284 |
The children stood in a row against the wall. row in a straight line |
| 5285 |
They clocked up seven wins in a row. row one after another, without anything different happening in between |
| 5286 |
His job allows him to take several days off in a row. row one after another, without anything different happening in between |
| 5287 |
Mike stormed out after a row. row a noisy argument |
| 5288 |
I had a row with my boyfriend last night. row have a row (with someone) a noisy argument |
| 5289 |
We had a blazing row a couple of years ago and I haven't seen her since. row a blazing row (=a very angry row) a noisy argument |
| 5290 |
Rows about money are a common reason for the breakdown of marriages. row row about over a noisy argument |
| 5291 |
the continuing row over the terms of the ceasefire row row about over a serious disagreement about an issue between people, organizations, or countries |
| 5292 |
a row between London and Paris over a trade deal with the US row row between a serious disagreement about an issue between people, organizations, or countries |
| 5293 |
I wish they'd stop that row! row noisy behaviour or activity |
| 5294 |
We rowed past the docks. row to move a boat through water using long poles with flat ends called oars |
| 5295 |
He used to row for his college. row to row a boat as a sport |
| 5296 |
My parents never rowed. row if people row, they have a short noisy argument with each other |
| 5297 |
I'm not going to row with you – I'd just like you to explain. row row with if people row, they have a short noisy argument with each other |
| 5298 |
We'd rowed about it bitterly. row row about over if people row, they have a short noisy argument with each other |
| 5299 |
Despite a thorough search, they found no drugs on him. search an attempt to find something |
| 5300 |
The authorities carried out several air searches for survivors of the crash. search search for an attempt to find something |
| 5301 |
The police have conducted an extensive search of the area. search search of an attempt to find something |
| 5302 |
We'll have to make a thorough search of the office. search make a search an attempt to find something |
| 5303 |
Many people had left their homes to go in search of food. search in search of something (=looking for something) an attempt to find something |
| 5304 |
Bad weather forced the rescuers to abandon their search. search call off abandon a search an attempt to find something |
| 5305 |
The committee is involved in a search for solutions to key international problems. search search for an attempt to find an answer or information |
| 5306 |
A search of the parish records provided useful biographical information. search search of the process of examining official documents to find information |
| 5307 |
You can probably get the address by doing an Internet search. search do a search the process of using a computer to find information, especially on the Internet |
| 5308 |
After three days searching, I gave up. search to try to find something or someone by looking carefully |
| 5309 |
Simon searched his mind but couldn't come up with the answer. search to try to find something or someone by looking carefully |
| 5310 |
Detectives have been brought in to help search for clues. search search for to try to find something or someone by looking carefully |
| 5311 |
Rescue teams are still searching through the wreckage for survivors. search search through to try to find something or someone by looking carefully |
| 5312 |
The police have arrested a man after searching his house. search to carefully examine something or someone for something that is hidden |
| 5313 |
I got most of the answers by searching the Net. search to use a computer to look for information, especially on the Internet |
| 5314 |
'Why would he bother to lie about it?' 'Search me.' search search me used for emphasizing that you do not know the answer to a question |
| 5315 |
The definition of 'family' has changed over the years. definition definition of a statement of what a word or expression means |
| 5316 |
We need a clear definition of the concept of human rights. definition a clear precise definition a statement of what a word or expression means |
| 5317 |
Do you know the legal definition of 'larceny'? definition a legal definition a statement of what a word or expression means |
| 5318 |
Environmentalists are trying to broaden the definition of recycling. definition broaden widen a definition a statement of what a word or expression means |
| 5319 |
Some of the photographs lack definition. definition the clear edges or shape that something has that make it easy to see |
| 5320 |
A dictatorship means, by definition, one centre of power. definition by definition as a part of the basic nature of something |
| 5321 |
The community here has been devastated by poverty and unemployment. unemployment a situation in which some people do not have work and do not have an income |
| 5322 |
Unemployment rose last month to its highest level for over five years. unemployment a situation in which some people do not have work and do not have an income |
| 5323 |
a period of low unemployment and low inflation unemployment high low unemployment a situation in which some people do not have work and do not have an income |
| 5324 |
The unemployment rate fell to 4 per cent. unemployment unemployment rate figures a situation in which some people do not have work and do not have an income |
| 5325 |
UN leaders hope to prevent the fighting from spreading. spread to gradually affect or cover a larger area |
| 5326 |
Rain will spread from the west this evening. spread to gradually affect or cover a larger area |
| 5327 |
Anti-globalization protests spread rapidly across the globe. spread to gradually affect or cover a larger area |
| 5328 |
Within less than an hour, the fire had spread to the fuel stores. spread to gradually affect or cover a larger area |
| 5329 |
She heard a shot, then saw a dark-red stain spreading across his shirt. spread to gradually affect or cover a larger area |
| 5330 |
He let a slow smile spread across his face. spread if a smile or other expression spreads across or over your face, it becomes gradually bigger or more obvious |
| 5331 |
Cholera spread quickly through the refugee camp. spread if a disease spreads, or if something spreads it, it affects more people as it is passed from one person to another |
| 5332 |
Soldiers returning from the war soon spread the disease through most of the region. spread if a disease spreads, or if something spreads it, it affects more people as it is passed from one person to another |
| 5333 |
a computer virus that spread rapidly through users' email systems spread if a disease spreads, or if something spreads it, it affects more people as it is passed from one person to another |
| 5334 |
We spread the blanket on the grass and sat down on it. spread spread something on over something to open something that is folded so that it covers a surface |
| 5335 |
The map was spread on the floor. spread to open something that is folded so that it covers a surface |
| 5336 |
Butter spreads more easily when it hasn't been in the fridge. spread to cover a surface with a thin layer of a soft food |
| 5337 |
Maureen spread jam on her toast. spread spread something on something to cover a surface with a thin layer of a soft food |
| 5338 |
First, spread the bread with mayonnaise. spread spread something with something to cover a surface with a thin layer of a soft food |
| 5339 |
We will bring in extra staff to spread the workload. spread to divide and share work or obligations among several people |
| 5340 |
You can spread your payments over two, three, or five years. spread spread something over something to divide an amount of money that you owe into parts and pay it in several instalments instead of all at one time |
| 5341 |
Attacks of the illness were spread over a three-year period. spread to make something happen at several times during a long period instead of all at once |
| 5342 |
Smythe spread his financial risk by investing in a wide range of businesses. spread if you spread a risk, you invest in several different things so that if one fails, you do not lose everything |
| 5343 |
There are 54 community colleges spread across California. spread be spread over across something to be present in many parts of a large area |
| 5344 |
Indonesia is a nation of over 200 million people, spread over 17,000 islands. spread to be present in many parts of a large area |
| 5345 |
Someone has been spreading nasty rumours about Stella's private life. spread to give information to many people |
| 5346 |
News of the attack has already spread to the islands. spread spread to if information spreads, it becomes known by more people than before |
| 5347 |
First, lie on the floor with your arms spread wide. spread to move your arms, legs, or hands so that they are far apart |
| 5348 |
The bird spread its wings and flew away. spread to open something wide |
| 5349 |
Smiling at people was Debra's way of spreading a little happiness. spread to cause a lot of people to have a particular feeling |
| 5350 |
A gang of drug dealers was spreading terror in the neighbourhood. spread to cause a lot of people to have a particular feeling |
| 5351 |
They are spreading the word on the need for healthy eating. spread spread the word gospel message to tell a lot of people about an idea that you believe in |
| 5352 |
Campaigners worked tirelessly to spread the environmentalist message. spread spread the word gospel message to tell a lot of people about an idea that you believe in |
| 5353 |
There were concerns about the spread of fighting to other regions. spread spread of the growth or development of something, so that it affects a larger area or a larger number of people |
| 5354 |
The aim of US foreign policy at that time was to prevent the spread of communism. spread the growth or development of something, so that it affects a larger area or a larger number of people |
| 5355 |
The spread of literacy has greatly improved the region's economic performance. spread the growth or development of something, so that it affects a larger area or a larger number of people |
| 5356 |
They still do not know how to prevent the spread of the disease. spread a situation in which disease begins to infect more and more people |
| 5357 |
Close doors to delay the spread of fire and smoke. spread a situation in which a fire starts to affect a larger area than before |
| 5358 |
We prefer low-fat spreads to butter. spread soft food that you put on bread and similar foods |
| 5359 |
You minimize risk by investing in a spread of companies. spread spread of a number of different things |
| 5360 |
a double-page two-page spread spread a long article in a newspaper or magazine |
| 5361 |
The mature plant is around six feet tall with a spread of four feet. spread the width of something |
| 5362 |
That was quite a spread they put on last night. spread a large meal with a lot of different dishes to choose from |
| 5363 |
My flight has been delayed. flight a journey through air or space in a vehicle such as a plane |
| 5364 |
The flight from New York to Heathrow took about 8 hours. flight flight to from a journey through air or space in a vehicle such as a plane |
| 5365 |
I need to be on the next flight out of here. flight on a flight a journey through air or space in a vehicle such as a plane |
| 5366 |
the airline's flight schedule flight belonging to or connected with a flight |
| 5367 |
a flight ban after midnight flight belonging to or connected with a flight |
| 5368 |
Pigeons make flights of over 10,000 miles. flight a movement through the air by a bird or object |
| 5369 |
Several factors control the ball's flight. flight a movement through the air by a bird or object |
| 5370 |
We saw a flight of geese heading south. flight a group of birds flying together |
| 5371 |
What was the direction of flight when the plane crashed? flight the act or process of moving through the air, or the ability to move through the air |
| 5372 |
the evolutionary advantages of developing flight flight the act or process of moving through the air, or the ability to move through the air |
| 5373 |
Swallows have a very distinctive shape in flight. flight in flight the act or process of moving through the air, or the ability to move through the air |
| 5374 |
The refugees made a desperate flight to freedom. flight the act of running away or of trying to escape from someone or something |
| 5375 |
The toilets are two flights up. flight a set of stairs going from one level to another |
| 5376 |
A flight of stone steps leads down to the courtyard. flight flight of stairs steps a set of stairs going from one level to another |
| 5377 |
Her act combines strange flights of fancy with extremely down to earth observations. flight flight of fancy imagination an idea that is unusual and exciting or fun, but silly or not practical |
| 5378 |
The advancing army put the rebels to flight. flight put someone to flight to make someone run away or try to escape |
| 5379 |
Suddenly the herd of antelope took flight. flight take flight to run away, or to try to escape |
| 5380 |
Industrial output increased by four per cent last year. output the amount of something that a person, organization, system etc produces |
| 5381 |
creative literary output output the amount of something that a person, organization, system etc produces |
| 5382 |
graphics output output the information shown on a screen or printed on paper by a computer |
| 5383 |
variations in the output of power output the electricity or power produced by a piece of equipment or an engine |
| 5384 |
These programs are ideal for outputting images. output to produce information from a computer, for example by showing it on a screen or by printing it |
| 5385 |
We went on a 10-day tour of central Africa. tour tour of a journey in which you visit several places for pleasure |
| 5386 |
walking tours in the Austrian Tyrol tour walking coach bus tour a journey in which you visit several places for pleasure |
| 5387 |
The group is currently on tour in the UK. tour on tour a journey in which a person or group visits several different places in order to play or perform |
| 5388 |
They begin a world tour with four concerts in Britain. tour world nationwide overseas tour a journey in which a person or group visits several different places in order to play or perform |
| 5389 |
Stewart captains the team for this leg of the tour. tour leg of a tour (=one of the parts that a tour is divided into) a journey in which a person or group visits several different places in order to play or perform |
| 5390 |
The president plans a European tour next month. tour a journey in which a politician or leader visits several places as a representative of their country or in order to get support |
| 5391 |
We were taken on a tour of the factory. tour tour of around round a short journey around a building or place in order to see what is there |
| 5392 |
Every weekend there are free guided tours of the castle. tour guided conducted tour (=a tour in which someone shows you around a place and gives you information) a short journey around a building or place in order to see what is there |
| 5393 |
a six-month tour of duty tour tour of duty a period of time when a group of soldiers or a government representative is sent to work somewhere |
| 5394 |
They spent their honeymoon touring in Scotland. tour to visit a place on a tour |
| 5395 |
The princess toured a new nursery school. tour to visit a place on a tour |
| 5396 |
The show was immensely popular and toured 33 European cities. tour if a show, play, or concert tours, it is performed in several different places |
| 5397 |
I'll need your name and address. address the name of the place where you live or work, including the house or office number and the name of the street, area, and town. It may also include a set of numbers and letters, called a postcode in British English and a zip code in American English |
| 5398 |
He had given a false address to the police. address the name of the place where you live or work, including the house or office number and the name of the street, area, and town. It may also include a set of numbers and letters, called a postcode in British English and a zip code in American English |
| 5399 |
a Web address address a series of letters, numbers, and symbols that show you where to find a particular website on the Internet |
| 5400 |
Do you have the address of our website? address a series of letters, numbers, and symbols that show you where to find a particular website on the Internet |
| 5401 |
I can send it to you by email if you give me your address. address a series of letters, numbers, and symbols that you need to send someone an email message |
| 5402 |
The president is to deliver a televised address to the country. address a formal speech given by someone to a group of people, especially as part of an important occasion |
| 5403 |
informal modes of address address form mode term of address the name or title that you give someone when you speak or write to them |
| 5404 |
Would you help me address these envelopes? address to write the name and address of a particular person or organization on an envelope, parcel etc |
| 5405 |
This letter is addressed to Alice McQueen. address address something to someone to write the name and address of a particular person or organization on an envelope, parcel etc |
| 5406 |
All enquiries should be addressed to head office. address address something to someone to officially tell a particular person or organization your complaints, questions, or comments |
| 5407 |
to address a meeting conference audience assembly address to speak publicly to a group of people |
| 5408 |
He turned his head to address me. address to speak directly to someone who is with you |
| 5409 |
Throughout the conversation, he addressed his remarks to my husband. address address something to someone to speak directly to someone who is with you |
| 5410 |
The prince should be addressed as 'Sir' at all times. address address someone as by something to call someone a particular name or title when you speak to them |
| 5411 |
We were all addressed by surname. address to call someone a particular name or title when you speak to them |
| 5412 |
Governments have been slow to address the problem of global warming. address to try to deal with a problem or question, for example by thinking carefully about it, or by doing things to improve a situation |
| 5413 |
A number of issues are being addressed. address to try to deal with a problem or question, for example by thinking carefully about it, or by doing things to improve a situation |
| 5414 |
We need to address ourselves to the question of cost. address address yourself to something to try to deal with a problem or question, for example by thinking carefully about it, or by doing things to improve a situation |
| 5415 |
Our government must take immediate action. immediate happening or done now, without any delay |
| 5416 |
The rebels demanded the immediate release of the prisoners. immediate happening or done now, without any delay |
| 5417 |
Restrictions on advertising had an immediate impact on rates of teenage smoking. immediate happening or done now, without any delay |
| 5418 |
I handed in my resignation, with immediate effect. immediate with immediate effect (=starting now) happening or done now, without any delay |
| 5419 |
My immediate response was to say yes. immediate your immediate reaction to something is the first thing you think, feel, or do when it happens |
| 5420 |
The announcement brought immediate denunciation from environmental bodies. immediate your immediate reaction to something is the first thing you think, feel, or do when it happens |
| 5421 |
There doesn't seem to be any immediate danger. immediate existing now and needing urgent action |
| 5422 |
The French threat was the most immediate and damaging. immediate existing now and needing urgent action |
| 5423 |
in the immediate prewar period immediate existing in the period of time directly before or after an event |
| 5424 |
terrible pictures of the immediate aftermath of the earthquake immediate immediate aftermath existing in the period of time directly before or after an event |
| 5425 |
The two men have different plans for the immediate future. immediate the immediate future existing in the period of time directly before or after an event |
| 5426 |
Our immediate aim is to qualify for next year's finals. immediate immediate aims, wishes, or needs are of the greatest importance and are dealt with first |
| 5427 |
She is my immediate superior (=the person directly in charge of me). immediate someone in an immediate relationship to you is closely connected to you |
| 5428 |
members of the President's immediate entourage immediate someone in an immediate relationship to you is closely connected to you |
| 5429 |
People who have immediate family on the plane are asked to contact this number. immediate immediate family (=your parents, children, brothers, and sisters) someone in an immediate relationship to you is closely connected to you |
| 5430 |
There are several pleasant walks in the immediate vicinity. immediate immediate vicinity (=area) next to a place or person, or a very small distance away from them |
| 5431 |
a decision made by his immediate predecessor at the Foreign Office immediate immediate predecessor successor the person who comes directly before or after you in a particular job or relationship |
| 5432 |
There has been a dramatic reduction in the birth rate. reduction reduction in the process or result of making something smaller or less in amount, size, importance etc |
| 5433 |
The treaty committed each side to a reduction of 30 per cent in its stock of weapons. reduction reduction of the process or result of making something smaller or less in amount, size, importance etc |
| 5434 |
We are offering special price reductions on computers this month. reduction the amount by which the price of something is reduced |
| 5435 |
50 reduction for all guests staying 14 nights in June reduction reduction for the amount by which the price of something is reduced |
| 5436 |
This is her first interview since becoming Olympic champion. interview a meeting in which someone asks another person, especially a famous person, questions about themselves, their work, or their ideas, in order to publish or broadcast the information |
| 5437 |
The magazine has an exclusive interview with the couple. interview interview with a meeting in which someone asks another person, especially a famous person, questions about themselves, their work, or their ideas, in order to publish or broadcast the information |
| 5438 |
He doesn't give interviews to the press. interview give an interview a meeting in which someone asks another person, especially a famous person, questions about themselves, their work, or their ideas, in order to publish or broadcast the information |
| 5439 |
I've got an interview for a job as an interpreter. interview get have an interview a formal meeting in which someone asks you questions to find out if you are suitable for a job, course of study etc |
| 5440 |
She has been called for interview, so she's optimistic. interview call someone for interview a formal meeting in which someone asks you questions to find out if you are suitable for a job, course of study etc |
| 5441 |
The interview was terminated after two hours. interview an official meeting in which the police ask someone questions about a crime |
| 5442 |
There are recordings of the interviews conducted by the police. interview conduct an interview an official meeting in which the police ask someone questions about a crime |
| 5443 |
I conducted in-depth interviews with dozens of former patients. interview conduct an interview a meeting in which someone asks you a series of questions as part of a research project |
| 5444 |
He was interviewed on the radio this morning. interview to ask someone, especially someone famous, questions about themselves, their work, or their ideas, in order to publish or broadcast the information |
| 5445 |
Applicants will be interviewed early next month. interview to have a meeting with someone and ask them questions to find out if they are suitable for a job, course of study etc |
| 5446 |
I'm interviewing now, and I'll accept the best offer I get. interview to ask and answer questions to find out if you want to take a job, a place at university etc |
| 5447 |
One hundred men will be interviewed during the two-year study. interview to ask people a series of questions as part of a research project |
| 5448 |
We tried to assess his suitability for the job. assess to carefully consider a situation, person, or problem in order to make a judgment |
| 5449 |
Our agent will assess the value of your property. assess to carefully consider a situation, person, or problem in order to make a judgment |
| 5450 |
Give that back, you idiot! idiot someone who behaves in an extremely stupid way |
| 5451 |
You get a lot of idiots on the road at this time of night. idiot someone who behaves in an extremely stupid way |
| 5452 |
Diana suddenly realized what an absolute idiot she had been. idiot someone who behaves in an extremely stupid way |
| 5453 |
The Government is committed to promoting the development and use of public transport. promote to support or encourage something |
| 5454 |
a campaign to promote recycling promote to support or encourage something |
| 5455 |
The opposition parties have deliberately promoted and condoned violence. promote to support or encourage something |
| 5456 |
The intense light promotes rapid growth of weeds and algae. promote to help something to develop |
| 5457 |
A college course can help you find work or get promoted. promote to move someone to a job at a higher level |
| 5458 |
Steve Burrows was recently promoted to senior group manager. promote promote someone to something to move someone to a job at a higher level |
| 5459 |
In 1982 he was promoted to the rank of sergeant. promote promote someone to a rank post position to move someone to a job at a higher level |
| 5460 |
In 1980 they were promoted to the First Division. promote to move a team to a higher level in their sport |
| 5461 |
These products are aggressively promoted and marketed. promote to attract people's attention to a product or event, for example by advertising |
| 5462 |
Has everybody remembered to bring a pen and notebook? everybody everyone |
| 5463 |
Everybody likes birthday cake. everybody everyone |
| 5464 |
Bill had the courage to say out loud what everybody else in the room was thinking. everybody everybody else everyone |
| 5465 |
mock guns and knives mock not real but intended to look or seem real |
| 5466 |
Each year they stage a mock battle to entertain tourists. mock not real but intended to look or seem real |
| 5467 |
He shook his head in mock disapproval. mock a mock feeling is one that you pretend you have, usually as a joke |
| 5468 |
Are you trying to mock me? mock to make someone or something look stupid by laughing at them, copying them, or saying something that is not kind |
| 5469 |
'Haven't you finished yet?' he mocked. mock to make someone or something look stupid by laughing at them, copying them, or saying something that is not kind |
| 5470 |
a mock-stern expression mock- not real or true: used with some adjectives |
| 5471 |
a house with mock-Tudor beams mock- copying a particular style: used with some adjectives |
| 5472 |
The car park was full, and the nearest suitable alternative was two miles away. suitable right for a particular purpose, person, or situation |
| 5473 |
It's difficult for students to find suitable accommodation. suitable right for a particular purpose, person, or situation |
| 5474 |
This film is not suitable for young children. suitable suitable for right for a particular purpose, person, or situation |
| 5475 |
We need to find someone suitable to send as Corbett's replacement. suitable suitable to do something right for a particular purpose, person, or situation |
| 5476 |
You ought to get up earlier. ought ought to (do something) used for saying what is the right or sensible thing to do, or the right way to behave |
| 5477 |
There ought to be a ban on cigarette advertising. ought used for saying what is the right or sensible thing to do, or the right way to behave |
| 5478 |
Teachers ought not to swear in front of the children. ought used for saying what is the right or sensible thing to do, or the right way to behave |
| 5479 |
We don't exercise much, but we really ought to. ought used for saying what is the right or sensible thing to do, or the right way to behave |
| 5480 |
It's a game that the French team ought to win. ought ought to (do something) used when you have strong reasons for believing or expecting something |
| 5481 |
The meeting ought to have finished by three o'clock. ought ought to have done something used when you have strong reasons for believing or expecting something |
| 5482 |
You ought to have listened to the warnings. ought ought to have (done something) used when you realize that someone did not do the right thing in the past |
| 5483 |
I know I ought not to have taken the money. ought ought to have (done something) used when you realize that someone did not do the right thing in the past |
| 5484 |
You ought to see their new house – it's enormous. ought you ought to see hear meet etc used for emphasizing how good, impressive, or unusual something or someone is |
| 5485 |
She sensed my growing apprehension. growing a growing feeling or situation is starting to exist more often, and is becoming more important or serious |
| 5486 |
There is growing public concern over the effects of this policy. growing a growing feeling or situation is starting to exist more often, and is becoming more important or serious |
| 5487 |
the growing trend towards fitness growing growing trend a growing feeling or situation is starting to exist more often, and is becoming more important or serious |
| 5488 |
the growing popularity of the Internet growing used for describing things that are becoming greater in size or amount |
| 5489 |
A growing number of people are choosing to eat less meat. growing a growing number of used for describing things that are becoming greater in size or amount |
| 5490 |
Europe's fastest growing international airport growing fastest growing used for describing things that are becoming greater in size or amount |
| 5491 |
Russian architecture Russian relating to Russia, or its language or culture |
| 5492 |
a Russian dictionary Russian relating to Russia, or its language or culture |
| 5493 |
I expected an argument, but she merely nodded and went out. nod to move your head first downwards and then upwards, to answer 'Yes' to a question or to show that you agree, approve, or understand |
| 5494 |
The manager nodded his understanding. nod to move your head first downwards and then upwards, to answer 'Yes' to a question or to show that you agree, approve, or understand |
| 5495 |
Alison smiled and nodded in agreement. nod nod in agreement approval sympathy to move your head first downwards and then upwards, to answer 'Yes' to a question or to show that you agree, approve, or understand |
| 5496 |
Luke was nodding his head thoughtfully. nod nod your head to move your head first downwards and then upwards, to answer 'Yes' to a question or to show that you agree, approve, or understand |
| 5497 |
'They're having fun', she said, nodding towards the kids on the beach. nod nod towards in the direction of to move your head once in a particular direction, for example to make someone look at something or to give someone a signal to do something |
| 5498 |
She nodded at the waiter for him to bring in the cake. nod nod at to move your head once in a particular direction, for example to make someone look at something or to give someone a signal to do something |
| 5499 |
I nodded to my friend and she rang the bell. nod nod to to move your head once in a particular direction, for example to make someone look at something or to give someone a signal to do something |
| 5500 |
Mel nodded her thanks to Adam. nod to move your head downwards and upwards as a way of saying hello, goodbye, thank you etc |
| 5501 |
The man smiled shyly and nodded at her. nod nod at to move your head downwards and upwards as a way of saying hello, goodbye, thank you etc |
| 5502 |
He nodded the ball over the line. nod if a football player nods the ball in a particular direction, they hit it there with their head |
| 5503 |
The ears of corn nodded gently in the breeze. nod if a plant or other long object nods, its top part moves slightly forward several times |
| 5504 |
He indicated its position by a nod of his head. nod the movement that you make when you nod your head |
| 5505 |
She gave a nod of understanding. nod the movement that you make when you nod your head |
| 5506 |
This issue should be properly debated, not simply go through on the nod. nod go through on the nod without discussion or argument |
| 5507 |
It is almost certain that our offer will be rejected. reject to not agree to an offer, proposal, or request |
| 5508 |
The government have rejected the scheme out of hand. reject reject something out of hand (=reject something completely) to not agree to an offer, proposal, or request |
| 5509 |
The court rejected the argument and found the defendant not guilty. reject to disagree with an idea, argument, or suggestion |
| 5510 |
The company rejected the entire shipment. reject to refuse to take something, for example because it is damaged or is not what you wanted |
| 5511 |
Local universities now reject as many as 15,000 students per year. reject to refuse to accept someone for a job or a course of study |
| 5512 |
He had rejected his daughter for marrying a Christian. reject to behave in an unkind way to someone who wants kindness or love from you |
| 5513 |
It's so cheap because it's a reject. reject someone or something that is not accepted because they have not reached the necessary standard |
| 5514 |
The players were all rejects from other teams. reject someone or something that is not accepted because they have not reached the necessary standard |
| 5515 |
I had a strange dream last night. dream have a dream something that you experience in your mind while you are sleeping. A dream in which frightening things happen is called a bad dream or a nightmare |
| 5516 |
The idea came to him in a dream. dream in a dream something that you experience in your mind while you are sleeping. A dream in which frightening things happen is called a bad dream or a nightmare |
| 5517 |
She watched her dreams of success fade away before her eyes. dream dream of something good that you hope you will have or achieve in the future |
| 5518 |
a dream job holiday home dream used about things that are the best you can imagine |
| 5519 |
The amount of money we raised was beyond our wildest dreams. dream beyond your (wildest) dreams much better than you imagined or hoped |
| 5520 |
Driving this car is a dream. dream a dream someone or something that you like very much |
| 5521 |
Meeting you is a dream come true for me. dream a dream come true something that happens that you have always hoped for |
| 5522 |
Half the class were in a dream this morning. dream in a dream not paying attention to what is happening around you because you are thinking about something else |
| 5523 |
'I think she likes me'. 'In your dreams!' dream in your dreams used for saying that something is unlikely to happen |
| 5524 |
The interview went like a dream. dream very well or very successfully |
| 5525 |
Never in my wildest dreams did I think this would happen. dream not never in your (wildest) dreams used for saying that something is much better than you expected or hoped |
| 5526 |
Into the bar walked the girl of his dreams. dream of your dreams used about someone or something that you think is perfect |
| 5527 |
It's every schoolboy's dream to play football for his country. dream someone's dream what a particular type of person wants more than anything else |
| 5528 |
He was a cute kid – an advertiser's dream. dream someone's dream what a particular type of person wants more than anything else |
| 5529 |
I was dreaming about a black cat. dream dream about to experience things in your mind while you are sleeping |
| 5530 |
He dreamt that he saw Rosa. dream dream (that) to experience things in your mind while you are sleeping |
| 5531 |
She had always dreamed of going to Africa. dream dream of doing something to think about something that you hope to have or achieve |
| 5532 |
I dreamt of a career in music. dream dream of to think about something that you hope to have or achieve |
| 5533 |
They had the kind of house we could only dream about. dream dream about to think about something that you hope to have or achieve |
| 5534 |
I never dreamed anyone would be offended. dream I never dreamed (that) used for saying that you are very surprised by something and did not expect it or intend it |
| 5535 |
I wouldn't dream of telling you how to do your job. dream would not dream of doing something used for emphasizing that you would definitely not do something |
| 5536 |
Divide the pastry and roll out one part. divide to separate people or things into smaller groups or parts |
| 5537 |
Divide the class into three groups. divide divide something into pairs groups parts etc to separate people or things into smaller groups or parts |
| 5538 |
The film divides into two distinct halves. divide divide into to have separate parts, or to form into separate groups |
| 5539 |
Work out how you would like to divide the money. divide to separate something into smaller parts and share the parts between people |
| 5540 |
After his death his property was divided among his children. divide divide something between among someone to separate something into smaller parts and share the parts between people |
| 5541 |
the wall that divides the playground and the sports field divide to keep two or more areas or parts separate |
| 5542 |
The railway divides their family's land from the plains below. divide divide something from something to keep two or more areas or parts separate |
| 5543 |
a subject that divided the nation divide to be the cause of disagreement between people, especially within a group |
| 5544 |
The ruling class was divided by internal conflicts. divide to be the cause of disagreement between people, especially within a group |
| 5545 |
MPs look certain to divide along party lines. divide divide along party religious ethnic etc lines (=according to your political party, religion, race etc) to disagree and form smaller groups |
| 5546 |
When the road divides, take the left-hand route. divide if a road divides, it separates into two roads |
| 5547 |
The empire was maintained through a strategy of divide and rule. divide divide and rule to keep control over people who might oppose you, by encouraging disagreement or fighting among them |
| 5548 |
She divides her time between teaching and research. divide divide your time between to do one thing or be in one place for some of the time, and to do another thing or be in another place for the rest of the time |
| 5549 |
the North-South divide (=political and economic differences between areas in the north and south) divide an important difference or disagreement between two people or groups |
| 5550 |
There's a clear divide between the two parties on the issue of taxation. divide divide between an important difference or disagreement between two people or groups |
| 5551 |
a minicomputer mini- smaller or shorter than other things of the same kind: used with many nouns |
| 5552 |
a mini-cruise mini- smaller or shorter than other things of the same kind: used with many nouns |
| 5553 |
mini-pizzas mini- smaller or shorter than other things of the same kind: used with many nouns |
| 5554 |
Australia declared its support for the agreement. declare to announce officially that something is true or happening |
| 5555 |
I was in Germany when war was declared. declare to announce officially that something is true or happening |
| 5556 |
A state of emergency has been declared in the province. declare to announce officially that something is true or happening |
| 5557 |
The election was declared invalid. declare declare someone something (to be) something to announce officially that something is true or happening |
| 5558 |
Sarah was declared the winner. declare declare someone something (to be) something to announce officially that something is true or happening |
| 5559 |
'I'm leaving tomorrow,' James suddenly declared. declare to say something, especially in a formal or impressive way |
| 5560 |
Brady declared that he had no intention of giving up the fight. declare declare that to say something, especially in a formal or impressive way |
| 5561 |
All income from investments must also be declared. declare to state officially how much you have earned or how much property you own so that you can pay the correct amount of tax |
| 5562 |
Are you going to declare all that wine at customs? declare to state officially that you have brought goods into a country so that you can pay the correct amount of tax |
| 5563 |
the fourth of January fourth in the place or position counted as number 4 |
| 5564 |
We came fourth in the quiz. fourth in the place or position counted as number 4 |
| 5565 |
The government was criticized for the way it handled the crisis. handle to take action in order to deal with a difficult situation |
| 5566 |
Congratulations! You handled that really well. handle handle something well to take action in order to deal with a difficult situation |
| 5567 |
We felt that the dispute was badly handled. handle badly poorly handled to take action in order to deal with a difficult situation |
| 5568 |
Inspector Dawkin will be handling this case. handle to be responsible for doing a particular job or piece of work |
| 5569 |
Publicity is being handled by an outside agency. handle to be responsible for doing a particular job or piece of work |
| 5570 |
The newer computers can handle massive amounts of data. handle to be able to deal successfully with a large amount of work or information |
| 5571 |
The helpline handles 100 calls an hour. handle to be able to deal successfully with a large amount of work or information |
| 5572 |
The depot handles over two million tonnes of freight a week. handle to deal with the people or goods that pass through an airport, port, or other centre |
| 5573 |
All the staff are trained to handle difficult customers. handle to deal successfully with a person who is likely to become angry or upset |
| 5574 |
All chemicals must be handled with care. handle handle something with care to touch or hold someone or something |
| 5575 |
Some prisoners complained that they'd been roughly handled. handle handle someone roughly to touch or hold someone or something |
| 5576 |
She handled the horse very confidently. handle to control an animal or a vehicle using your hands |
| 5577 |
He denied burglary but admitted handling stolen goods. handle handle stolen goods to buy and sell goods, especially illegally |
| 5578 |
I left because I couldn't handle the pressure. handle someone cannot handle something someone is unable to deal with something |
| 5579 |
She turned the handle and pushed the door open. handle the part of a door or window that you use for opening it |
| 5580 |
knives with plastic handles handle the part of an object that you hold in your hand when you use it |
| 5581 |
I soon began to get a handle on the new software. handle have get a handle on something to understand something well |
| 5582 |
He had a detailed knowledge of the region. detailed including many small facts or aspects |
| 5583 |
I was bored with my job and felt I needed a new challenge. challenge something that needs a lot of skill, energy, and determination to deal with or achieve, especially something you have never done before and will enjoy doing |
| 5584 |
Are western nations ready to meet the enormous environmental challenges that lie ahead? challenge meet a challenge (=deal with it successfully) something that needs a lot of skill, energy, and determination to deal with or achieve, especially something you have never done before and will enjoy doing |
| 5585 |
We were all keen walkers, and enjoyed the challenge of this remote place. challenge challenge of something that needs a lot of skill, energy, and determination to deal with or achieve, especially something you have never done before and will enjoy doing |
| 5586 |
The challenge for policy-makers is to achieve economic growth without damaging the environment. challenge the challenge is to do something something that needs a lot of skill, energy, and determination to deal with or achieve, especially something you have never done before and will enjoy doing |
| 5587 |
The new government faces the daunting challenge of completing the building on time. challenge face a challenge (=have to deal with one) something that needs a lot of skill, energy, and determination to deal with or achieve, especially something you have never done before and will enjoy doing |
| 5588 |
He began a legal challenge to clear his name. challenge an action or idea that questions whether something is true, accurate, or legal |
| 5589 |
There seems to be no significant challenge to the party's free-market ideology. challenge challenge to an action or idea that questions whether something is true, accurate, or legal |
| 5590 |
Recent discoveries pose a serious challenge to accepted views on the age of the universe. challenge pose present a challenge to something an action or idea that questions whether something is true, accurate, or legal |
| 5591 |
The strike was seen as a direct challenge to the authority of the government. challenge challenge to a refusal to accept someone's authority |
| 5592 |
They have failed to mount a serious challenge to the existing leadership. challenge mount a challenge (=make one) a refusal to accept someone's authority |
| 5593 |
Agassi returned to make a major challenge for the Wimbledon title. challenge challenge for an invitation to someone to compete or fight, especially in sport |
| 5594 |
One of the men issued the challenge, 'I'll take on any two of you.' challenge issue a challenge an invitation to someone to compete or fight, especially in sport |
| 5595 |
one of the golfers competing in the Million Dollar Challenge challenge used in the names of competitions, especially sports competitions |
| 5596 |
No one has challenged the assumptions that are made in the report. challenge to question whether something is true, accurate, or legal |
| 5597 |
This decision is likely to be challenged by the oil companies. challenge to question whether something is true, accurate, or legal |
| 5598 |
They're not likely to challenge us on any of the details. challenge challenge someone on something to question whether something is true, accurate, or legal |
| 5599 |
We challenged the company to prove that its system was safe. challenge challenge someone to do something to question whether something is true, accurate, or legal |
| 5600 |
The president has accused the provincial government of challenging his leadership. challenge to refuse to accept someone's authority |
| 5601 |
The girls challenged the boys to a cricket match. challenge challenge someone to something to invite someone to compete or fight |
| 5602 |
My present job doesn't really challenge me. challenge to test someone's skill and abilities |
| 5603 |
It is a problem that has intrigued and challenged me for many years. challenge to test someone's skill and abilities |
| 5604 |
We were immediately challenged by armed guards. challenge if you are challenged by someone, they ask you who you are and why you are in a particular place |
| 5605 |
Drops of rain ran down the window pane. rain water that falls in drops from clouds in the sky |
| 5606 |
Outside the rain continued to fall steadily. rain water that falls in drops from clouds in the sky |
| 5607 |
Heavy rain has been forecast for Scotland and Northern Ireland. rain heavy torrential pouring rain (=a lot of rain) water that falls in drops from clouds in the sky |
| 5608 |
Visibility was good, with only occasional light rain. rain light rain (=a small amount of rain) water that falls in drops from clouds in the sky |
| 5609 |
People were queuing for buses in the rain. rain in the rain water that falls in drops from clouds in the sky |
| 5610 |
the monsoon rains rain the large amounts of rain that fall in tropical regions during a particular season |
| 5611 |
She runs six miles every morning, rain or shine. rain (come) rain or shine used for saying that something always happens or someone always does something in spite of bad weather or difficult conditions |
| 5612 |
Just as we were leaving home it started to rain. rain if it rains, water falls in drops from clouds in the sky |
| 5613 |
It had been raining heavily all day. rain rain heavily hard (=to rain a lot) if it rains, water falls in drops from clouds in the sky |
| 5614 |
Bombs rained on the crowded streets. rain to fall from the air in large amounts |
| 5615 |
He struggled to block the blows raining on him. rain to hit or hit against someone or something violently many times |
| 5616 |
Half the world's rainforests have already been destroyed. destroy to damage something so severely that it no longer exists or can never return to its normal state |
| 5617 |
An earthquake destroyed the town, killing about 20,000 people. destroy to damage something so severely that it no longer exists or can never return to its normal state |
| 5618 |
This action destroyed any remaining hope of reaching an agreement. destroy to damage something so severely that it no longer exists or can never return to its normal state |
| 5619 |
Two churches were destroyed by fire last night in northeast Mississippi. destroy be destroyed by fire a bomb an explosion etc to damage something so severely that it no longer exists or can never return to its normal state |
| 5620 |
The dog attacked a child and had to be destroyed. destroy to officially kill an animal because it is dangerous or very ill |
| 5621 |
Her mother said the strain was destroying them all. destroy to cause such severe problems for someone that their life is completely spoilt |
| 5622 |
They went walking and climbing in the mountains. mountain a natural structure like a very big hill that is much higher than the usual level of land around it |
| 5623 |
spectacular mountain scenery mountain a natural structure like a very big hill that is much higher than the usual level of land around it |
| 5624 |
There was still snow on the mountain tops. mountain a natural structure like a very big hill that is much higher than the usual level of land around it |
| 5625 |
He was buried under a mountain of paperwork. mountain mountain of a large pile or amount of something |
| 5626 |
the European butter mountain mountain a large amount of extra food that exists because too much has been produced |
| 5627 |
Love can move mountains. mountain move mountains to do something so difficult that it seems almost impossible |
| 5628 |
It produces white, pink, or red blooms, with dark green foliage. bloom a flower |
| 5629 |
the bright bloom of the wild flowers in spring bloom a lot of flowers or plants together |
| 5630 |
She had lost a good deal of her bloom and bounce. bloom the time or the condition of being young, healthy, and attractive |
| 5631 |
a young man still in the bloom of youth bloom the bloom of youth health the time or the condition of being young, healthy, and attractive |
| 5632 |
She had a healthy bloom in her cheeks. bloom the healthy look of someone's skin |
| 5633 |
There was a magnolia in full bloom. bloom in (full) bloom if a tree or plant is in bloom, it is covered with flowers |
| 5634 |
Magnificent lilac trees bloomed in the forest. bloom if a tree or plant blooms, it produces flowers that have opened |
| 5635 |
Some women seem to bloom during pregnancy. bloom to develop successfully, or to become more healthy and attractive |
| 5636 |
It took all his concentration to stay awake. concentration the process of giving all your attention to something |
| 5637 |
She lost concentration for a moment and slipped. concentration lose concentration the process of giving all your attention to something |
| 5638 |
He had a little lapse of concentration and lost the game. concentration a lapse of concentration (=a short period when you do not concentrate) the process of giving all your attention to something |
| 5639 |
large concentrations of Christians in this part of the city concentration a large number of people or things in one area or a large amount of a particular thing |
| 5640 |
An investigation found high concentrations of cancer-causing chemicals on the property. concentration the amount of a substance that is present in something |
| 5641 |
Building in the National Park area is strictly limited. limited not allowed to go above a particular number, amount, or level |
| 5642 |
We offer a limited number of free places on the course. limited not allowed to go above a particular number, amount, or level |
| 5643 |
The promotional pack will be on sale for a limited period only. limited not allowed to go above a particular number, amount, or level |
| 5644 |
It's cheap, but the choice is a rather limited. limited not very good, or not very great in amount |
| 5645 |
a limited grasp of economics limited not very good, or not very great in amount |
| 5646 |
He's now studying international banking and finance. finance decisions on how money is spent or invested |
| 5647 |
the company's finance committee finance decisions on how money is spent or invested |
| 5648 |
The college has had to close due to lack of finance. finance money that is used to pay for something such as a large project |
| 5649 |
It is not yet clear where finance for the project will come from. finance finance for money that is used to pay for something such as a large project |
| 5650 |
We are now trying to raise finance for more research projects. finance raise obtain finance money that is used to pay for something such as a large project |
| 5651 |
Students need to be taught how to handle their finances. finance your finances are how much money you have and how well you spend it or save it |
| 5652 |
My finances are in a terrible mess at the moment. finance your finances are how much money you have and how well you spend it or save it |
| 5653 |
The scheme is being financed by the Arts Council. finance to pay for something such as a large project |
| 5654 |
an occupational pension (=provided by your employer) pension money that someone regularly receives after they have stopped working because of their age, paid either by their company or by the government |
| 5655 |
He started drawing his pension last year. pension draw a pension (=receive it) money that someone regularly receives after they have stopped working because of their age, paid either by their company or by the government |
| 5656 |
a pension fund plan pension relating to a pension |
| 5657 |
It's important to make regular pension contributions. pension relating to a pension |
| 5658 |
I was afraid that you'd miss the flight. afraid afraid (that) worried that something bad might happen |
| 5659 |
He's afraid of the dark. afraid afraid of worried that something bad might happen |
| 5660 |
I was afraid of getting lost. afraid afraid of doing something worried that something bad might happen |
| 5661 |
If you don't know the answer, don't be afraid to say so. afraid afraid to do something worried that something bad might happen |
| 5662 |
Don't be afraid – I won't hurt you. afraid frightened, for example because you feel you are in danger |
| 5663 |
Everyone seems to be afraid of her. afraid afraid of frightened, for example because you feel you are in danger |
| 5664 |
He's afraid of flying. afraid frightened, for example because you feel you are in danger |
| 5665 |
She was afraid to go near the dog. afraid afraid to do something frightened, for example because you feel you are in danger |
| 5666 |
People here are afraid for their children. afraid be afraid for someone (=believe that someone is in danger) frightened, for example because you feel you are in danger |
| 5667 |
Things haven't been going very well here, I'm afraid. afraid I'm afraid used for politely telling someone something that might make them sad, disappointed, or angry, for example when you cannot do what they want or do not agree with them |
| 5668 |
I'm afraid that I can't accept this job. afraid I'm afraid (that) used for politely telling someone something that might make them sad, disappointed, or angry, for example when you cannot do what they want or do not agree with them |
| 5669 |
I'm afraid to say I found the book very dull. afraid I'm afraid to say (that) used for politely telling someone something that might make them sad, disappointed, or angry, for example when you cannot do what they want or do not agree with them |
| 5670 |
'Did he forget to do it?' 'I'm afraid so.' afraid I'm afraid so used for politely telling someone something that might make them sad, disappointed, or angry, for example when you cannot do what they want or do not agree with them |
| 5671 |
'Will John be there?' 'I'm afraid not.' afraid I'm afraid not used for politely telling someone something that might make them sad, disappointed, or angry, for example when you cannot do what they want or do not agree with them |
| 5672 |
The jury found him guilty of murder. murder the crime of killing someone deliberately |
| 5673 |
a murder investigation charge conviction murder the crime of killing someone deliberately |
| 5674 |
The murder was committed over five years ago. murder commit murder the crime of killing someone deliberately |
| 5675 |
She is being charged with attempted murder. murder attempted murder (=trying to murder someone) the crime of killing someone deliberately |
| 5676 |
The traffic out there is murder. murder be murder to be very difficult, unpleasant, or uncomfortable |
| 5677 |
All this gardening is murder on my back. murder be murder to be very difficult, unpleasant, or uncomfortable |
| 5678 |
They get away with murder in that job. murder get away with murder to do whatever you want without being stopped or punished |
| 5679 |
She was murdered on her own doorstep. murder to commit the crime of killing someone deliberately |
| 5680 |
We were murdered by last year's champions. murder to defeat someone completely |
| 5681 |
Mum's going to murder me for getting home so late. murder used for saying that someone will be extremely angry |
| 5682 |
I could murder a cup of tea! murder I could murder something used to say that you really want to eat or drink something |
| 5683 |
You're not inviting my ex, are you? ex the person that someone used to be married to or used to have a romantic relationship with |
| 5684 |
Tony is an ex-boyfriend of Jane's. ex- used with nouns that describe someone's job, rank, or relationship to someone, for showing that they no longer have that job, rank, or relationship |
| 5685 |
an ex-governor of New York ex- used with nouns that describe someone's job, rank, or relationship to someone, for showing that they no longer have that job, rank, or relationship |
| 5686 |
The three winners had medals placed round their necks. neck the part of the body that joins the head to the rest of the body |
| 5687 |
The tight collar pinched his neck. neck the part of the body that joins the head to the rest of the body |
| 5688 |
the neck of a sweater neck the part of a piece of clothing that touches or lies just below your neck |
| 5689 |
the neck of a guitar violin neck a long narrow part of something such as a bottle or a musical instrument |
| 5690 |
The horse won the race by a neck. neck by a neck a competition that is won by a neck is won by a very small distance |
| 5691 |
I'll probably get it in the neck for this. neck get it in the neck to be criticized or punished |
| 5692 |
The candidates are running neck and neck in this election. neck neck and neck involved in a close race, competition etc |
| 5693 |
Housing prices are a lot higher in this neck of the woods. neck neck of the woods a particular part of a town or country |
| 5694 |
I put my neck on the line for you, and you don't even care! neck put your neck on the line to do something dangerous or something that you could suffer for |
| 5695 |
There is a growing problem of drug addiction in our cities. addiction a strong need that someone feels to regularly take an illegal or harmful drug |
| 5696 |
an addiction to nicotine addiction addiction to a strong need that someone feels to regularly take an illegal or harmful drug |
| 5697 |
His addiction to the Internet is taking over his life. addiction addiction to a strong need or wish to spend as much time as possible doing a particular activity |
| 5698 |
The murder weapon still hasn't been found. weapon an object that can be used to hurt people or damage property, for example a gun, knife, or bomb |
| 5699 |
The officers all carried automatic weapons. weapon carry a weapon an object that can be used to hurt people or damage property, for example a gun, knife, or bomb |
| 5700 |
Group pressure is the most powerful weapon we have. weapon something that helps you to achieve something difficult or to get rid of something bad |
| 5701 |
an effective weapon against stress weapon weapon against something that helps you to achieve something difficult or to get rid of something bad |
| 5702 |
She hid the key in the drawer. hide hide something in at under etc something to put something in a place so that no one can find or see it |
| 5703 |
I wanted to hide his present from him until his birthday. hide hide something from someone to put something in a place so that no one can find or see it |
| 5704 |
I just want to hide in my room until they all go home. hide to go or be somewhere where no one can find you or see you |
| 5705 |
He ran and hid behind a bush. hide hide behind under in etc to go or be somewhere where no one can find you or see you |
| 5706 |
Robert is hiding from us. hide hide from to go or be somewhere where no one can find you or see you |
| 5707 |
She had helped an army deserter by hiding him from the military police. hide hide someone from someone to help someone stay in a place where other people cannot find them or see them |
| 5708 |
Marge's face was hidden by her hair. hide to make something difficult or impossible to see clearly |
| 5709 |
Dark clouds hid the sun. hide to make something difficult or impossible to see clearly |
| 5710 |
She watched until a bend in the road hid them from sight. hide hide something from sight view to make something difficult or impossible to see clearly |
| 5711 |
I knew I had to hide my feelings. hide to not allow people to know what you are thinking or feeling |
| 5712 |
He could not hide his disappointment. hide can't hide something to not allow people to know what you are thinking or feeling |
| 5713 |
She hid a smile as she watched him struggle. hide hide a smile to not allow people to know what you are thinking or feeling |
| 5714 |
I never hid the truth, least of all from you. hide hide the truth to not allow people to find out about something |
| 5715 |
How had he managed to hide his addiction from his family? hide hide something from someone to not allow people to find out about something |
| 5716 |
You can't hide from your feelings forever. hide hide from to try not to accept something or not to be affected by something |
| 5717 |
Ministers will try to hide from the reality of the situation. hide to try not to accept something or not to be affected by something |
| 5718 |
I hid my face in my hands. hide hide your face to move your head so that people cannot see your face, for example because you are upset |
| 5719 |
I haven't seen hide nor hair of him for a week. hide have not seen hide nor hair of someone to have definitely not seen someone |
| 5720 |
'I've passed my driving test.' 'Congratulations!' congratulation used for telling someone that you are pleased about their success, good luck, or happiness on a special occasion |
| 5721 |
That's great news – give her my congratulations. congratulation used for telling someone that you are pleased about their success, good luck, or happiness on a special occasion |
| 5722 |
Congratulations on your 50th wedding anniversary. congratulation congratulation on used for telling someone that you are pleased about their success, good luck, or happiness on a special occasion |
| 5723 |
We had thousands of letters of congratulation. congratulation an expression of pleasure to someone for their success, good luck, or happiness on a special occasion |
| 5724 |
motoring firearms public order offences offence a crime or illegal activity for which there is a punishment |
| 5725 |
Killing these animals is a criminal offence. offence criminal offence a crime or illegal activity for which there is a punishment |
| 5726 |
minor offences such as vandalism offence minor offence a crime or illegal activity for which there is a punishment |
| 5727 |
She had committed no offence under military law. offence commit an offence a crime or illegal activity for which there is a punishment |
| 5728 |
Walker was convicted of a similar offence in 1997. offence convict someone of an offence a crime or illegal activity for which there is a punishment |
| 5729 |
The usual fine is 15 to 100 for a first offence. offence first second etc offence a crime or illegal activity for which there is a punishment |
| 5730 |
Those arrested have been charged with public order offences. offence be charged with an offence a crime or illegal activity for which there is a punishment |
| 5731 |
complaints about advertisements that cause offence offence cause give offence the feeling of being angry, upset, or insulted, caused by something that someone says or does |
| 5732 |
a building that is an offence to good taste offence offence to something that makes you feel angry and upset because it is insulting, unfair, or morally wrong |
| 5733 |
weapons of offence offence the process of attacking someone or something |
| 5734 |
I'm sorry, I meant no offence. offence mean no offence to have no intention of making someone angry and upset by what you are doing or saying |
| 5735 |
I'm not really sure you're the best person for the job. No offence, Charlie. offence no offence used for telling someone that you hope what you are saying will not make them angry and upset |
| 5736 |
I'm not surprised she took offence at his remarks. offence take offence (at something) to feel angry and upset because of something that someone has said or done |
| 5737 |
His frequent and prolonged absences were making his wife suspicious. absence a period of time when someone is not where they should be or where they usually are |
| 5738 |
He returns to the England team after a long absence from international football. absence absence from a period of time when someone is not where they should be or where they usually are |
| 5739 |
Mark will be in charge in my absence. absence in someone's absence (=while someone is not there) a period of time when someone is not where they should be or where they usually are |
| 5740 |
We are concerned about your child's frequent absences. absence a period of time when someone is not at work or at school when they should be |
| 5741 |
a complete absence of humour absence absence of the fact of something not existing or not being present |
| 5742 |
In the absence of any contrary agreement, the firm accepts full liability. absence in the absence of something the fact of something not existing or not being present |
| 5743 |
an error in our calculations error error in a mistake, for example in a calculation or a decision |
| 5744 |
He admitted that he'd made an error in rejecting their offer. error make an error a mistake, for example in a calculation or a decision |
| 5745 |
A simple clerical error meant that your order was posted to the wrong address. error clerical factual grammatical error a mistake, for example in a calculation or a decision |
| 5746 |
The accident is thought to have been a result of pilot error. error human pilot driver error a mistake, for example in a calculation or a decision |
| 5747 |
Keeping quiet turned out to be a serious error of judgment. error error of judgment a bad decision |
| 5748 |
The computer had been switched off in error. error by mistake, not deliberately |
| 5749 |
He would not admit he had been in error. error wrong in what you say or have decided |
| 5750 |
an elected political representative representative someone who has been chosen or elected by a person or group to vote, give opinions, or make decisions for them |
| 5751 |
Delegates will meet with representatives from industry and the government. representative representative of from someone who has been chosen or elected by a person or group to vote, give opinions, or make decisions for them |
| 5752 |
The Dow Jones Index is not necessarily representative of the whole of corporate America. representative representative of typical of people or things in a particular group |
| 5753 |
The study was carried out in one small town, so we can't be sure that the results are truly representative. representative truly genuinely representative typical of people or things in a particular group |
| 5754 |
The new figures are based on a representative sample of 91 hospitals nationwide. representative a representative sample selection typical of people or things in a particular group |
| 5755 |
a representative council democracy representative a representative form of government is one in which people vote for politicians who represent their opinions |
| 5756 |
They are involved in an exciting scientific enterprise. enterprise a large or important project, especially one that is new or different |
| 5757 |
Carlson showed extraordinary enterprise for such an inexperienced manager. enterprise the ability to think of new ideas and make them succeed |
| 5758 |
Euro Disney is a much smaller enterprise than its American counterparts. enterprise a business company or organization |
| 5759 |
The country needs a government that works to encourage enterprise. enterprise the activity of creating businesses and managing them |
| 5760 |
He finds criticism of his team's performance hard to take. criticism criticism of comments that show that you think something is wrong or bad |
| 5761 |
It's not unusual for politicians to attract criticism. criticism attract criticism comments that show that you think something is wrong or bad |
| 5762 |
Plans for the new road have drawn fierce criticism from local people. criticism fierce strong criticism comments that show that you think something is wrong or bad |
| 5763 |
We always welcome constructive criticism. criticism constructive criticism (=criticism that is intended to be helpful) comments that show that you think something is wrong or bad |
| 5764 |
The report contains many valid criticisms of the current system. criticism a valid fair criticism a comment that shows that you think something is wrong or bad |
| 5765 |
literary criticism criticism the activity of giving your professional opinion about things such as new books, plays, or films |
| 5766 |
a growing culture of corporate greed (=the greed of large companies) greed a strong wish to have more money, things, or power than you need |
| 5767 |
their greed for power greed a strong wish to have more money, things, or power than you need |
| 5768 |
Incomes here are nowhere near the national average. average the amount, level, standard etc that is typical of a group of people or things |
| 5769 |
Her performance in the test was way below average. average above below average the amount, level, standard etc that is typical of a group of people or things |
| 5770 |
Add 20, 10, and 30 and find the average. average an amount that is calculated by adding several numbers together and dividing the total by the original number of things you added together |
| 5771 |
Each of the people in the study lost an average of six pounds in weight. average average of an amount that is calculated by adding several numbers together and dividing the total by the original number of things you added together |
| 5772 |
On average, women live between five and seven years longer than men. average on average used for talking about what is usually true, although it may not be true in every individual situation |
| 5773 |
a child of average intelligence average around a usual or ordinary level or standard |
| 5774 |
He's about average height. average around a usual or ordinary level or standard |
| 5775 |
The standard of the work overall was average. average neither good nor bad |
| 5776 |
The average child spends around ten hours a week watching television. average like most others of the same type |
| 5777 |
a decidedly average performance average not very good |
| 5778 |
winds with an average speed of 15 miles per hour average calculated by adding a group of numbers together and dividing the total by the amount of numbers |
| 5779 |
It's a small shop, averaging about 500 customers a week. average to usually do, have, involve etc a particular level or amount |
| 5780 |
The cost of developing a new drug now averages around 500 million. average to usually do, have, involve etc a particular level or amount |
| 5781 |
He's surprisingly quick for such a big man. quick able to move fast or do something fast |
| 5782 |
a quick worker quick able to move fast or do something fast |
| 5783 |
a quick learner quick able to understand things very easily |
| 5784 |
He took a quick glance over his shoulder. quick done or happening in a short time |
| 5785 |
a series of quick nervous movements quick done or happening in a short time |
| 5786 |
Three explosions were heard in quick succession. quick in quick succession (=one after the other with little time between them) done or happening in a short time |
| 5787 |
The train leaves in five minutes, so you'd better be quick. quick be quick to hurry |
| 5788 |
The students were quick to learn and made good progress. quick to do something very quickly |
| 5789 |
Townsend was quick to point out that it has been a team effort. quick to react quickly to something someone else has said or done |
| 5790 |
Their mother had a quick temper. quick have a quick temper to become angry easily and often |
| 5791 |
All they care about is making a quick buck. quick make a quick buck to earn money quickly, especially without making much effort |
| 5792 |
Have you got time for a quick one after work? quick a quick one an alcoholic drink that you drink quickly |
| 5793 |
As quick as I pick up the toys, he throws them on the floor again. quick quickly |
| 5794 |
Quick, Mum – come and look at this! quick quickly |
| 5795 |
a quick-drying fabric quick quickly |
| 5796 |
Quick as a flash, he pulled the gun out of its holster. quick (as) quick as a flash (=very quickly) quickly |
| 5797 |
sufficient time resources information sufficient as much as is needed |
| 5798 |
Bedside lighting alone is not sufficient for most bedrooms. sufficient sufficient for as much as is needed |
| 5799 |
There is now sufficient evidence to prove his claims. sufficient sufficient to do something as much as is needed |
| 5800 |
Will the growth in output be sufficient to meet the increased demand? sufficient as much as is needed |
| 5801 |
Why don't you make an appointment with one of our doctors? appointment make an appointment an arrangement to see someone at a particular time, especially for a business meeting or to get a professional service |
| 5802 |
I'd like to arrange an appointment with the headteacher. appointment appointment with an arrangement to see someone at a particular time, especially for a business meeting or to get a professional service |
| 5803 |
I have an appointment to see my lawyer next Saturday. appointment appointment to do something an arrangement to see someone at a particular time, especially for a business meeting or to get a professional service |
| 5804 |
Please notify us if you are unable to keep your appointment. appointment keep an appointment (=go to an appointment that you have arranged) an arrangement to see someone at a particular time, especially for a business meeting or to get a professional service |
| 5805 |
Viewing of the property is by appointment only. appointment by appointment an arrangement to see someone at a particular time, especially for a business meeting or to get a professional service |
| 5806 |
Mr Toubon's appointment as mayor to the mayoralty appointment appointment as to the fact of being given a new job, especially an important one |
| 5807 |
Her first academic appointment was as a lecturer at Manchester University. appointment a job, especially an important job |
| 5808 |
Internal appointments are advertised on the noticeboard. appointment a job, especially an important job |
| 5809 |
I'm transferring to our Tokyo office next year. transfer transfer to to move from one job, office, or department to another in the same company or organization |
| 5810 |
Helen was transferred from marketing to sales. transfer transfer someone from something to something to move from one job, office, or department to another in the same company or organization |
| 5811 |
Wait until the cakes cool before transferring them to a plate. transfer transfer someone something to something to move someone or something from one place to another |
| 5812 |
Our tour group was transferred to the hotel by bus. transfer to move someone or something from one place to another |
| 5813 |
The children will transfer to a new school in September. transfer transfer to to stop studying at one school or university and go to another |
| 5814 |
I need to transfer 500 to my daughter's account. transfer to move money from one account or bank to another |
| 5815 |
Ferdinand was transferred to Leeds for 18 million. transfer to sell a professional sports player to another team |
| 5816 |
We're being transferred to another plane in Amsterdam. transfer to move from one bus, vehicle, plane, or boat to another as part of a longer journey |
| 5817 |
The time came to transfer their attention from study to practical life. transfer to stop giving your time or support to one person or thing and give it to another |
| 5818 |
Please hold the line while I transfer you. transfer to let someone speak to another person by changing telephone lines for them |
| 5819 |
They are transferring the deeds to the new owner. transfer to officially arrange for someone else to become the owner of something |
| 5820 |
I want you to transfer the files onto a disk. transfer to copy information or images from one place or object to another |
| 5821 |
We have transferred all of the administrative responsibilities to our central office. transfer transfer power authority responsibility to officially arrange for someone else to be in charge of something |
| 5822 |
We're currently dealing with the paperwork for your transfer. transfer the process of moving, or of moving someone, from one job, department, or office to another in the same organization |
| 5823 |
Who is responsible for the transfer of military supplies? transfer transfer of the act of moving, or of being moved from one place to another |
| 5824 |
Saws were buzzing everywhere. buzz used about machines or electric tools that make a similar sound when they are being used |
| 5825 |
Flies were buzzing around my head. buzz buzz around by past etc to move somewhere while buzzing |
| 5826 |
A small plane buzzed past. buzz to move somewhere while buzzing |
| 5827 |
My head was still buzzing hours after leaving the nightclub. buzz if your ears or your head are buzzing, you can hear a continuous sound inside your head |
| 5828 |
Just buzz me when the client arrives. buzz to press a buzzer to attract someone's attention |
| 5829 |
Buzz if you know the answer. buzz to press a buzzer to attract someone's attention |
| 5830 |
Normally the house was buzzing with cheerful conversation. buzz buzz with if a place or group of people is buzzing, there is a lot of noise or activity |
| 5831 |
a classroom buzzing with activity buzz if a place or group of people is buzzing, there is a lot of noise or activity |
| 5832 |
His mind was always buzzing with new and exciting ideas. buzz buzz with if someone's head, mind, or brain is buzzing with ideas, questions etc or if these are buzzing around in their head, mind, or brain, they cannot stop thinking about them |
| 5833 |
With all these questions buzzing around in my head, I couldn't sleep. buzz buzz around if someone's head, mind, or brain is buzzing with ideas, questions etc or if these are buzzing around in their head, mind, or brain, they cannot stop thinking about them |
| 5834 |
The locals are fed up of being buzzed by military jets. buzz to fly a plane low over people or buildings |
| 5835 |
Jane buzzed around serving drinks and chatting to her guests. buzz buzz around round about to move around quickly and busily |
| 5836 |
the constant buzz of the air conditioning buzz a sound like this made by something such as a machine |
| 5837 |
the low buzz of occasional conversation buzz the sound of a lot of people talking at the same time |
| 5838 |
I get a real buzz out of playing in front of an audience. buzz a strong feeling of pleasure or excitement |
| 5839 |
There's been a definite buzz about the place since the new manager arrived. buzz a lively positive feeling among a group of people or in a particular place |
| 5840 |
The film is getting a lot of good buzz (=people are saying good things about it) in Hollywood. buzz information that people are talking about that is not official and is not definitely true |
| 5841 |
The buzz among fans is that their idol is about to get married. buzz information that people are talking about that is not official and is not definitely true |
| 5842 |
I'll give you a buzz tomorrow. buzz give someone a buzz to phone someone |
| 5843 |
hydrochloric acid acid a chemical substance with a ph value (=a measure used in chemistry) of less than 7 |
| 5844 |
Add more sugar if it tastes too acid. acid very sour |
| 5845 |
These plants prefer an acid soil. acid containing acid or consisting of an acid |
| 5846 |
early late spring spring the season of the year between winter and summer |
| 5847 |
last this next spring spring the season of the year between winter and summer |
| 5848 |
The garden is so beautiful in spring. spring in (the) spring the season of the year between winter and summer |
| 5849 |
spring festivals flowers sunshine spring happening in spring, or relating to spring |
| 5850 |
water from a natural spring spring water that flows up from under the ground and forms a small stream or pool |
| 5851 |
Cheaper mattresses have springs that link together. spring a long thin piece of metal in the shape of a coil that quickly gets its original shape again after you stop stretching it |
| 5852 |
He walked with a spring in his step, happy to have arrived. spring a spring in someone's step used for saying someone looks as if they are happy and full of energy |
| 5853 |
The young man turned to hit him, but Corbett sprang back. spring to jump or move in a particular direction, quickly and with a lot of energy |
| 5854 |
Roberts kept springing to his feet to shout at the referee. spring spring to your feet (=stand up quickly) to jump or move in a particular direction, quickly and with a lot of energy |
| 5855 |
'Let's get going,' my father cried, springing into action. spring spring into action motion used for saying that something is done quickly and with energy or force |
| 5856 |
'She was just trying to help!' said Eric, springing to her defence. spring spring to someone's defence aid assistance used for saying that something is done quickly and with energy or force |
| 5857 |
The door sprang open, and Jeremy appeared. spring used about objects that open or move quickly and with a lot of energy |
| 5858 |
Tears sprang to his eyes as he thought of Helen. spring to happen or appear somewhere suddenly or unexpectedly |
| 5859 |
As they drove further down the road, two old barns sprang into view. spring to happen or appear somewhere suddenly or unexpectedly |
| 5860 |
A powerful underground movement sprang into existence, led by the Socialists. spring spring into existence being to happen or appear somewhere suddenly or unexpectedly |
| 5861 |
On his first day at work they sprang a surprise on him. spring spring a surprise to tell someone something in order to surprise them |
| 5862 |
The team's sluggish attack sprang to life in the second half. spring spring to life to begin to be active |
| 5863 |
We are happy to announce the birth of our son Andrew. birth the occasion of a baby being born |
| 5864 |
John wanted to be present at the birth. birth the occasion of a baby being born |
| 5865 |
James has been blind from birth. birth from since birth the occasion of a baby being born |
| 5866 |
children who have medical complications at birth birth at birth (=at the time when you are born) the occasion of a baby being born |
| 5867 |
Place of birth: Oxford birth place of birth the occasion of a baby being born |
| 5868 |
It was a very difficult birth. birth the process of being born or of giving birth to a baby |
| 5869 |
a woman of noble birth birth your status or position in society according to your family or the place where you were born |
| 5870 |
Why should an accident of birth (=being born rich, poor etc) determine what opportunities you have? birth your status or position in society according to your family or the place where you were born |
| 5871 |
She's a French national by birth. birth by birth your status or position in society according to your family or the place where you were born |
| 5872 |
the birth of a new era in British politics birth birth of the beginning of something such as an idea, institution, or nation |
| 5873 |
She gave birth to a baby boy. birth give birth (to someone) if a woman gives birth to a baby, she produces it from inside her body |
| 5874 |
It was this event that gave birth to the peace movement. birth give birth to something to make something important start to exist |
| 5875 |
He whispered something in her ear. ear one of the two parts at the sides of your head that you hear with |
| 5876 |
She has a very good ear for music. ear the ability to hear and judge sounds |
| 5877 |
ears of wheat ear the part at the top of a plant such as wheat that contains the grain |
| 5878 |
'Are you listening to me?' 'Yes, I' m all ears.' ear all ears ready to pay attention to what someone has to say |
| 5879 |
If you don't work hard, you'll soon be out on your ear. ear be out on your ear to be suddenly forced to leave your home, your job, or your place in an organization |
| 5880 |
He has the director's ear. ear have someone's ear to know someone with power or authority who will listen to you |
| 5881 |
We have information coming out of our ears and we just need time to sift through it. ear have something coming out of your ears to have a lot of something, or more of it than you need |
| 5882 |
Rumours of her resignation reached his ears. ear reach someone's ears to be heard by someone |
| 5883 |
I couldn't believe my ears when he told me we had to leave. ear someone couldn't believe their ears used for saying that someone is very surprised by something that they hear |
| 5884 |
I hardly recognized you with a beard! recognize to know who the person is or what the thing is that you are seeing, hearing etc because you have seen, heard etc them before |
| 5885 |
I recognized the house from your description. recognize to know who the person is or what the thing is that you are seeing, hearing etc because you have seen, heard etc them before |
| 5886 |
Asthma sufferers soon learn to recognize the symptoms of an attack. recognize to know who the person is or what the thing is that you are seeing, hearing etc because you have seen, heard etc them before |
| 5887 |
I thought I recognized the voice! recognize to know who the person is or what the thing is that you are seeing, hearing etc because you have seen, heard etc them before |
| 5888 |
Most fishermen recognize the need to limit fishing. recognize to accept that something is true or important |
| 5889 |
The importance of Herschel's contribution is generally recognized. recognize to accept that something is true or important |
| 5890 |
We recognize that there are some problems with the current system. recognize recognize (that) to accept that something is true or important |
| 5891 |
This credit card is recognized all over the world. recognize to accept the authority or status of someone or something |
| 5892 |
He is recognized as the new champion. recognize recognize someone something as something to accept the authority or status of someone or something |
| 5893 |
Many countries refused to recognize Macedonia. recognize to officially agree that a country or organization exists |
| 5894 |
Today, her achievement was recognized with a civic reception. recognize to give praise or approval to someone |
| 5895 |
I recommend that you buy a more powerful computer. recommend recommend (that) to advise someone that they should do something |
| 5896 |
We strongly recommend you insure your luggage when you travel. recommend strongly recommend to advise someone that they should do something |
| 5897 |
We recommend booking early, as this is a popular event. recommend recommend doing something to advise someone that they should do something |
| 5898 |
Students are recommended to read the following books. recommend recommend someone to do something to advise someone that they should do something |
| 5899 |
The committee recommended a 1% tax on all imports. recommend to advise that something should happen |
| 5900 |
He was recommended for deportation. recommend recommend someone for something to advise that something should happen |
| 5901 |
Can you recommend a good restaurant? recommend to say that someone or something is good and worth using, having, or experiencing |
| 5902 |
Please recommend us to your friends. recommend recommend someone something to someone to say that someone or something is good and worth using, having, or experiencing |
| 5903 |
This hotel is highly recommended for its facilities. recommend recommend someone something highly to say that someone or something is good and worth using, having, or experiencing |
| 5904 |
As action movies go, this one has little to recommend it. recommend something has something to recommend it something has features that make it useful or attractive |
| 5905 |
A detailed list of instructions was issued on what to do in an emergency. instruction a statement or explanation of something that must be done, often given by someone in authority |
| 5906 |
The players were given strict instructions not to leave the hotel. instruction instructions to do something a statement or explanation of something that must be done, often given by someone in authority |
| 5907 |
I tried to follow her instructions, but I got confused. instruction follow (someone's) instructions a statement or explanation of something that must be done, often given by someone in authority |
| 5908 |
The instructions are written in English, German, and Japanese. instruction printed information explaining how to use or do something |
| 5909 |
Step-by-step instructions for assembling the workbench are included. instruction printed information explaining how to use or do something |
| 5910 |
Press Enter and follow the on-screen instructions. instruction follow the instructions printed information explaining how to use or do something |
| 5911 |
golf ski maths instruction instruction the teaching of a particular subject or skill |
| 5912 |
Students were given little instruction on the techniques of taking notes. instruction instruction on the teaching of a particular subject or skill |
| 5913 |
a country proud of its democratic system democratic involving elections in which people vote for their political representatives |
| 5914 |
a democratic organization democratic based on the principle that all people are equal and should be able to share in making decisions |
| 5915 |
the Democratic Unionist Party democratic used in the names of some political parties |
| 5916 |
a democratically elected government democratic |
| 5917 |
The budget had been slashed by 3 million. slash to reduce something by a large amount |
| 5918 |
The company has slashed production by 50%. slash to reduce something by a large amount |
| 5919 |
The tyres on the car had been slashed. slash to cut someone or something in a violent way |
| 5920 |
His attacker slashed him across the face with a knife. slash to cut someone or something in a violent way |
| 5921 |
The rotors slashed through the roof of the building. slash slash through to cut someone or something in a violent way |
| 5922 |
They slashed through the undergrowth with machetes. slash to cut someone or something in a violent way |
| 5923 |
The man leapt forward and slashed at his neck. slash slash at to try to cut someone or something in a violent way |
| 5924 |
Several slashes had been made across the plastic-covered seats. slash a long deep cut |
| 5925 |
Alice took the kids to the park to play. park in a town, an open public area with grass and trees, often with sports fields or places for children to play |
| 5926 |
Vanderberg Park is just up the street. park in a town, an open public area with grass and trees, often with sports fields or places for children to play |
| 5927 |
We went camping in Yellowstone National Park last summer. park an area in the countryside, often with an important natural feature such as water or mountains, that is protected by the government for people to enjoy |
| 5928 |
There's a country park nearby where we can go hiking. park an area in the countryside, often with an important natural feature such as water or mountains, that is protected by the government for people to enjoy |
| 5929 |
Mary parked the car at the side of the road. park to move a vehicle into a place where you are going to leave it for a period of time |
| 5930 |
We'll have to park here. park to move a vehicle into a place where you are going to leave it for a period of time |
| 5931 |
Can I park my bags here while I get something to eat? park park in on here etc to leave something in a place for a period of time |
| 5932 |
He parked himself on the floor in front of the TV. park park yourself to sit or stand somewhere |
| 5933 |
Unsettled weather will continue through the weekend. weather the conditions that exist in the atmosphere relating to temperature, precipitation (=rain, snow, hail), and other features |
| 5934 |
We couldn't paint the outside because of the weather. weather the conditions that exist in the atmosphere relating to temperature, precipitation (=rain, snow, hail), and other features |
| 5935 |
He walked for five miles in bad weather. weather good bad hot cold wet dry etc weather the conditions that exist in the atmosphere relating to temperature, precipitation (=rain, snow, hail), and other features |
| 5936 |
The weather follows the news. weather a report on the weather in a newspaper or on television |
| 5937 |
a weather map report weather giving information about the weather |
| 5938 |
He goes out jogging in all weathers. weather in all weather(s) even when it is raining, snowing etc |
| 5939 |
I've been feeling a bit under the weather this week. weather under the weather if a person is under the weather, they do not feel well |
| 5940 |
The stone weathers to a beautiful pale gold. weather if something weathers or is weathered, its appearance changes because of the effects of wind, rain etc |
| 5941 |
Wind and sun had weathered his face. weather if something weathers or is weathered, its appearance changes because of the effects of wind, rain etc |
| 5942 |
He has weathered two corruption scandals already. weather to manage a difficult experience without being seriously harmed |
| 5943 |
An improvement in the economy is helping us weather the storm. weather weather the storm (=come through a time of great difficulty) to manage a difficult experience without being seriously harmed |
| 5944 |
an empty beer bottle bottle a glass or plastic container for liquids, usually with a narrow part at the top that is called the neck |
| 5945 |
a bottle of champagne perfume cooking oil bottle bottle of a glass or plastic container for liquids, usually with a narrow part at the top that is called the neck |
| 5946 |
Between them, they drank the whole bottle. bottle the liquid in a bottle, or the amount that a bottle contains |
| 5947 |
Nobody had the bottle to ask him why he'd done it. bottle the confidence or courage that you need to do something difficult or frightening |
| 5948 |
He lost his bottle and couldn't jump. bottle the confidence or courage that you need to do something difficult or frightening |
| 5949 |
He hit the bottle after losing his job. bottle hit the bottle take to the bottle to start drinking a lot of alcohol |
| 5950 |
He tried to jump, but he bottled it. bottle bottle it to not do something because you do not feel brave enough |
| 5951 |
Your mum can stay in the spare bedroom. bedroom a room that you sleep in |
| 5952 |
a two-bedroom flat bedroom a room that you sleep in |
| 5953 |
the master bedroom (=the main bedroom in a house) bedroom a room that you sleep in |
| 5954 |
the bedroom door bedroom relating to this room |
| 5955 |
bedroom furniture bedroom relating to this room |
| 5956 |
Problems in the bedroom can affect other aspects of a couple's life. bedroom in the bedroom used for referring to sex when you do not want to say it directly |
| 5957 |
There was a group of kids playing football in the street. kid a child |
| 5958 |
a bunch of middle-class college kids kid a young adult |
| 5959 |
Have you got kids of your own? kid someone's sons or daughters |
| 5960 |
We took the kids to the zoo at the weekend. kid someone's sons or daughters |
| 5961 |
elegant kid gloves kid leather made from a young goat's skin |
| 5962 |
He thinks computer and video games are kids' stuff. kid kids' stuff something that is very easy or not suitable for adults |
| 5963 |
He's the new kid on the block, so of course he gets a lot of stick. kid new kid on the block someone who has just started a new activity |
| 5964 |
He said that? You're kidding me. kid to say something that is not true, especially as a joke |
| 5965 |
Just kidding. Don't worry. kid just only kidding to say something that is not true, especially as a joke |
| 5966 |
I always used to kid him about his hair. kid kid someone about something to make jokes about someone, but in a kind way |
| 5967 |
'Let's meet in the park.' 'Are you kidding? In this weather?' kid are you kidding? used for saying that you do not believe or agree with what someone is saying |
| 5968 |
Consumers may be kidding themselves about how much they'll spend. kid kid yourself to make yourself believe something that is not true |
| 5969 |
He was three hours late for the meeting; no kidding! kid no kidding used for emphasizing that something is true |
| 5970 |
Professional businesswoman? Who is she kidding? kid who is someone kidding? used for saying that someone wants you to believe something, but everyone knows it is not true |
| 5971 |
He smiled with pleasure when she walked in. pleasure a feeling of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction |
| 5972 |
I get a lot of pleasure from travelling. pleasure get pleasure from (doing) something a feeling of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction |
| 5973 |
His books have given enormous pleasure to many people. pleasure give bring pleasure to someone a feeling of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction |
| 5974 |
She gets great pleasure from her garden. pleasure great pleasure a feeling of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction |
| 5975 |
In his later years, he found music to be one of the greatest pleasures in life. pleasure something that makes you feel happy and satisfied |
| 5976 |
After the operation she was able to enjoy simple pleasures such as a walk in the park. pleasure something that makes you feel happy and satisfied |
| 5977 |
I never have time to read for pleasure. pleasure the activity of relaxing and enjoying yourself rather than working |
| 5978 |
The customs official asked him if he was travelling for business or pleasure. pleasure for business or pleasure the activity of relaxing and enjoying yourself rather than working |
| 5979 |
I had the pleasure of having dinner with him last night. pleasure used for saying that you enjoy something |
| 5980 |
I've got the pleasure of a visit to the dentist tomorrow. pleasure used when you do not enjoy something at all |
| 5981 |
'Thanks so much for helping us with our bags.' 'My pleasure.' pleasure (it's) my pleasure used when someone thanks you as a polite way of saying that you were happy to help them |
| 5982 |
It's a great pleasure to introduce tonight's guest speaker, Mr Dennis Taylor. pleasure it's a pleasure to do something used for emphasizing that you are very happy or proud to do something |
| 5983 |
We bought an old barn and took great pleasure in rebuilding it. pleasure to enjoy doing something very much |
| 5984 |
He took great pleasure in pointing out my mistakes. pleasure to enjoy doing something unpleasant to someone else |
| 5985 |
'Could you give me a lift home?' 'With pleasure.' pleasure with pleasure used for saying that you are happy to do something when someone makes a request |
| 5986 |
Almost without realizing it, he began to sing. realize to know and understand something |
| 5987 |
It's important to realize that this situation is only temporary. realize realize (that) to know and understand something |
| 5988 |
At the time I never even realized how unhappy I was. realize realize what how etc to know and understand something |
| 5989 |
We realize that this is upsetting for you, but it's for the best. realize used for showing someone that you understand their feelings |
| 5990 |
I soon realized my mistake. realize to gradually begin to understand something that you did not know or notice before |
| 5991 |
It was some time before he realized he'd offended them. realize realize (that) to gradually begin to understand something that you did not know or notice before |
| 5992 |
I've just realized how much I miss him. realize realize why how etc to gradually begin to understand something that you did not know or notice before |
| 5993 |
Their expectations of huge profits were never fully realized. realize to achieve something that you have planned or hoped for |
| 5994 |
He finally realized his boyhood ambition to become a dancer. realize realize a goal dream ambition etc to achieve something that you have planned or hoped for |
| 5995 |
The teacher's job is to help children realize their full potential. realize realize your (full) potential to achieve the standard that you are capable of |
| 5996 |
'She blames me for causing her father's death.' 'But that's outrageous!' outrageous very shocking or unreasonable |
| 5997 |
an outrageous claim act demand outrageous very shocking or unreasonable |
| 5998 |
outrageous clothes behaviour outrageous extremely unusual and likely to shock people or make them laugh |
| 5999 |
The pony was fast and a good jumper. jumper a person or animal that jumps |
| 6000 |
the French National Assembly assembly a part of a government consisting of people who have been elected to make laws |
| 6001 |
The ruling party holds only a three-vote majority in the assembly. assembly a part of a government consisting of people who have been elected to make laws |
| 6002 |
the United Nations General Assembly assembly a group of people who have been elected in order to discuss issues and make decisions affecting a particular region |
| 6003 |
the assembly of the Organization of American States assembly a group of people who have been elected in order to discuss issues and make decisions affecting a particular region |
| 6004 |
an assembly member assembly belonging to or relating to an assembly |
| 6005 |
the assembly election race assembly belonging to or relating to an assembly |
| 6006 |
The trade group held its assembly in Santiago, Chile. assembly a meeting of people who represent different parts of a large organization |
| 6007 |
a public assembly assembly a group of people who meet together for a particular reason |
| 6008 |
All important announcements are made during morning assembly. assembly a regular meeting of students and teachers in a school |
| 6009 |
freedom of assembly assembly the action of gathering together for a meeting |
| 6010 |
car assembly assembly the process of building something by putting all its parts together |
| 6011 |
an assembly plant assembly the process of building something by putting all its parts together |
| 6012 |
He always wears expensive clothes. expensive something that is expensive costs a lot of money |
| 6013 |
It can be very expensive to train new personnel. expensive something that is expensive costs a lot of money |
| 6014 |
young people with expensive tastes and large bank accounts expensive expensive tastes (=liking things that cost a lot of money) something that is expensive costs a lot of money |
| 6015 |
It was an expensive decision – it cost me my job. expensive an expensive mistake or decision is one that causes you serious problems |
| 6016 |
You can select one of four colours. select to choose someone or something from a group |
| 6017 |
We're going to select two students to represent the school. select select someone to do something to choose someone or something from a group |
| 6018 |
The group had been carefully selected for the study because of their lifestyles. select select someone something for something to choose someone or something from a group |
| 6019 |
Now select 'Save'. select to choose something on a computer screen, usually from a menu (=list) of choices |
| 6020 |
Only a select few companies were allowed to compete for the contract. select a select few carefully chosen from a larger group |
| 6021 |
a small, very select school select very good or expensive |
| 6022 |
a career in teaching teaching the job of a teacher |
| 6023 |
I'd like to go into teaching. teaching go into teaching (=become a teacher) the job of a teacher |
| 6024 |
Museums are important resources for history teaching. teaching language English history etc teaching the job of a teacher |
| 6025 |
teaching methods aids materials teaching relating to teaching |
| 6026 |
members of the teaching profession teaching relating to teaching |
| 6027 |
the teachings of Buddha teaching the ideas or principles of a religious, political, or moral system of a particular person or group |
| 6028 |
issues that are central to traditional Christian teaching teaching the ideas or principles of a religious, political, or moral system of a particular person or group |
| 6029 |
ordinary human needs and desires desire a strong feeling of wanting to have or to do something |
| 6030 |
his desire to join the army desire a desire to do something a strong feeling of wanting to have or to do something |
| 6031 |
their desire for peace and stability in Europe desire desire for a strong feeling of wanting to have or to do something |
| 6032 |
Young people have no desire to work for the government. desire have no desire for something to do something a strong feeling of wanting to have or to do something |
| 6033 |
the leaders' desire that neither country should lose any territory desire desire that a strong feeling of wanting to have or to do something |
| 6034 |
Money and success are things most of us desire. desire to want something |
| 6035 |
The company naturally desires to avoid negative publicity. desire desire to do something to want something |
| 6036 |
We desire you to complete the work within one month of the start date. desire desire someone to do something to want something |
| 6037 |
Sprinkle a little cheese on top if desired. desire if desired if you want it |
| 6038 |
Hotel guests can have breakfast in their rooms, if they so desire. desire if he she they etc so desire(s) if that is what he she they etc want |
| 6039 |
He became involved in student politics whilst studying at Nottingham University. whilst while |
| 6040 |
Whilst I agree that boxing is dangerous, I also believe that it would be wrong to ban it. whilst while |
| 6041 |
I'll have a scout round the village. scout scout round around a search of an area |
| 6042 |
a scout for a Broadway show scout someone whose job is to find and employ people who have special ability, especially for work in sports and entertainment |
| 6043 |
joining the local scout group troop scout a boy scout |
| 6044 |
Wes sent him to scout the area. scout to search or examine a place, area, or situation to get information about it |
| 6045 |
We spent hours scouting around for a good fishing spot. scout scout around for something to search or examine a place, area, or situation to get information about it |
| 6046 |
He's been scouting for a national football team. scout scout for to look for someone who has a lot of ability, especially for work in sports or entertainment |
| 6047 |
We believe that GM crops will have serious implications for the environment. implication have implications for a possible effect or result |
| 6048 |
We need to consider the financial implications of these changes. implication implication of a possible effect or result |
| 6049 |
The economic implications for the steel industry will be far-reaching. implication implication for a possible effect or result |
| 6050 |
I resent the implication that my work is not thorough. implication implication that something that you suggest is true, although you do not say it directly |
| 6051 |
The report criticizes the department and, by implication, holds the minister responsible. implication by implication (=because an implication is contained in it) something that you suggest is true, although you do not say it directly |
| 6052 |
the government's implication in illegal arms trading implication someone's implication in something the fact of suggesting or showing that someone is involved in something illegal or morally wrong |
| 6053 |
the implication of senior officers in the affair implication the fact of suggesting or showing that someone is involved in something illegal or morally wrong |
| 6054 |
This product is the result of many different technologies combining. combine if you combine things, or if they combine, you use, do, or put them together |
| 6055 |
an attempt to combine the advantages of two systems combine if you combine things, or if they combine, you use, do, or put them together |
| 6056 |
Combine the excitement of a week in Bangkok with a week on the unspoilt beaches of Phuket. combine combine something with something if you combine things, or if they combine, you use, do, or put them together |
| 6057 |
High tides combined with strong winds caused severe flooding. combine combined with something if you combine things, or if they combine, you use, do, or put them together |
| 6058 |
a high standard achieved by combining advanced techniques and specialist knowledge combine combine something and something if you combine things, or if they combine, you use, do, or put them together |
| 6059 |
Combine all the ingredients in a bowl. combine if you combine substances, or if they combine, you mix them together to form a single substance |
| 6060 |
The minerals in hard water combine with soap to form a scum. combine combine with if you combine substances, or if they combine, you mix them together to form a single substance |
| 6061 |
Profits are up since the two companies combined last year. combine if two or more organizations or groups combine, or if someone combines them, they join together |
| 6062 |
St Peter's has combined with a neighbouring church. combine combine with if two or more organizations or groups combine, or if someone combines them, they join together |
| 6063 |
It's stopped snowing here but the temperature is still minus three. temperature a measurement of how hot or how cold a place or object is. Temperature is measured in degrees Celsius or degrees Fahrenheit, using the symbol |
| 6064 |
The seeds need a minimum temperature of about 15C to germinate. temperature temperature of a measurement of how hot or how cold a place or object is. Temperature is measured in degrees Celsius or degrees Fahrenheit, using the symbol |
| 6065 |
Make sure that you bake it at the correct temperature. temperature at a temperature a measurement of how hot or how cold a place or object is. Temperature is measured in degrees Celsius or degrees Fahrenheit, using the symbol |
| 6066 |
The water temperature is 79F. temperature air water ground temperature a measurement of how hot or how cold a place or object is. Temperature is measured in degrees Celsius or degrees Fahrenheit, using the symbol |
| 6067 |
Temperatures dropped below freezing last night. temperature the temperature drops a measurement of how hot or how cold a place or object is. Temperature is measured in degrees Celsius or degrees Fahrenheit, using the symbol |
| 6068 |
Southern England was today enjoying temperatures in the high 20s. temperature temperatures in the 20s 30s 40s etc a measurement of how hot or how cold a place or object is. Temperature is measured in degrees Celsius or degrees Fahrenheit, using the symbol |
| 6069 |
The temperature rose steadily throughout the day. temperature the temperature rises a measurement of how hot or how cold a place or object is. Temperature is measured in degrees Celsius or degrees Fahrenheit, using the symbol |
| 6070 |
What's his temperature? temperature the measurement of how hot your body is |
| 6071 |
She took his temperature and sent him to bed. temperature take someone's temperature (=measure it) the measurement of how hot your body is |
| 6072 |
The temperature of the meeting steadily rose. temperature the amount of excitement that people feel in a particular situation |
| 6073 |
The boat was smashed by a huge wave. wave a line of water that rises up on the surface of a sea, lake, or river |
| 6074 |
Children swam and played in the waves. wave a line of water that rises up on the surface of a sea, lake, or river |
| 6075 |
A fresh wave of selling sent technology stocks even lower. wave wave of a sudden increase in a particular type of behaviour or activity, especially one that is unpleasant or not welcome |
| 6076 |
a frightening wave of drug-related killings wave a sudden increase in a particular type of behaviour or activity, especially one that is unpleasant or not welcome |
| 6077 |
Waves of protesters began arriving at the stadium. wave wave of a large number of people moving or arriving somewhere at the same time |
| 6078 |
Demonstrators came to the rally in waves. wave in waves a large number of people moving or arriving somewhere at the same time |
| 6079 |
Much of Dresden was destroyed by wave after wave of bombing. wave a period of activity that is part of a series of similar periods |
| 6080 |
They were overcome by a wave of horror at the news. wave wave of a sudden strong feeling or emotion that a person or group of people has |
| 6081 |
The scandal set off a wave of anger among local residents. wave a sudden strong feeling or emotion that a person or group of people has |
| 6082 |
She felt a wave of tiredness sweep over her. wave a sudden strong feeling or emotion that a person or group of people has |
| 6083 |
Jack walked away with a wave. wave a movement of your hand used for saying hello or goodbye to someone or for giving a signal |
| 6084 |
With a wave of the flag, the cars raced away. wave the action of moving an object in the air, especially in order to give a signal |
| 6085 |
The independent candidates are making waves in the election campaign. wave make waves to cause problems by making suggestions or criticisms |
| 6086 |
He smiled and waved when he saw me. wave to move your hand to say hello or goodbye or as a signal |
| 6087 |
'Aren't they beautiful?' Don said, waving his hand at the mountains. wave to move your hand to say hello or goodbye or as a signal |
| 6088 |
Prince Charles waved to the crowd. wave wave to to move your hand to say hello or goodbye or as a signal |
| 6089 |
She waved at her parents as the bus pulled away. wave wave at to move your hand to say hello or goodbye or as a signal |
| 6090 |
Wave goodbye to Grandma, Charlie. wave wave goodbye (to someone) to move your hand to say hello or goodbye or as a signal |
| 6091 |
He waved me away when I offered to help. wave wave someone away off on to move your hand in order to tell someone to move, leave, or stop annoying you |
| 6092 |
All around me I saw tall trees waving in the wind. wave to move smoothly and gently from side to side |
| 6093 |
A man walked into the shop, waving a gun around. wave wave something around to move something around in the air |
| 6094 |
He waved his finger at Lucy in a threatening manner. wave wave something at someone to move something around in the air |
| 6095 |
If John loses his job, we can wave goodbye to our house . wave wave something goodbye wave goodbye to something used for saying that someone will lose something or will not be able to have it |
| 6096 |
a fashion gardening motoring magazine magazine a large thin book with a paper cover, containing reports, photographs, stories etc, usually published once a month or once a week |
| 6097 |
a magazine article magazine a large thin book with a paper cover, containing reports, photographs, stories etc, usually published once a month or once a week |
| 6098 |
a new weekly magazine programme magazine a television or radio programme made up of various reports, news stories etc |
| 6099 |
He is clearly not using the word 'dead' in its literal sense. literal the literal meaning of a word is its most basic meaning |
| 6100 |
Young children can be very literal. literal understanding words or ideas only in a basic and obvious way, and not their hidden or more unusual meanings |
| 6101 |
He blamed me totally for our marriage breakdown. totally completely |
| 6102 |
I'd totally forgotten about the appointment. totally completely |
| 6103 |
We have such totally different backgrounds. totally totally different completely |
| 6104 |
'Mark is such an idiot!' 'Totally.' totally used for saying that you really agree with something that someone said |
| 6105 |
It is clear that mental activity does not stop when we're asleep. mental existing in the mind |
| 6106 |
I had a complete mental picture of the building I wanted to create. mental mental picture image existing in the mind |
| 6107 |
mental agility development mental relating to the mind |
| 6108 |
mental health problems mental relating to the health of the mind, or illnesses of the mind |
| 6109 |
He suffered a complete mental collapse. mental relating to the health of the mind, or illnesses of the mind |
| 6110 |
I showed him the letter and he just went mental. mental go mental to suddenly become extremely angry |
| 6111 |
I made a mental note to ask Liz about the meeting later. mental make a mental note to make a particular effort to pay attention to something so that you will remember it later |
| 6112 |
He was in good health both physically and mentally. mental |
| 6113 |
mentally ill mental |
| 6114 |
a grocery store store a large shop |
| 6115 |
Complaints should be addressed to the store manager. store a large shop |
| 6116 |
a store of food for the winter store a supply of something that is kept to be used later |
| 6117 |
The building was used as a weapons store. store a place where a supply of something is kept until it is needed |
| 6118 |
She has acquired such a vast store of knowledge. store a large amount of something that is kept in your memory |
| 6119 |
None of us knew what lay in store. store in store (for someone) if something is in store for you, it will happen to you in the future |
| 6120 |
I've never set much store by money and possessions. store set put lay (great) store by on something to think that something is very important |
| 6121 |
Nuclear waste is currently being stored close to the town. store to keep something in a particular place |
| 6122 |
Store the cake in an airtight container. store to keep something in a particular place |
| 6123 |
The design can be stored on floppy disk. store to save information in electronic form, for example in a computer's memory |
| 6124 |
He stormed off the pitch, hurling insults at the umpire. insult throw hurl insults at someone an offensive remark |
| 6125 |
Such low wages are an insult to hard-working employees. insult be an insult to something that seems to show a lack of respect for someone or something |
| 6126 |
This exam is an insult to students' intelligence. insult something that seems to show a lack of respect for someone or something |
| 6127 |
She has no right to insult us like that. insult to say or do something offensive |
| 6128 |
You'll insult the chef if you don't at least taste the meal. insult to say or do something offensive |
| 6129 |
Don't insult my intelligence by making ridiculous excuses. insult insult someone's intelligence to treat someone as if they are stupid |
| 6130 |
scientific research evidence procedures scientific relating to science, or based on its methods |
| 6131 |
a scientific truth fact claim scientific relating to science, or based on its methods |
| 6132 |
scientific instruments scientific relating to science, or based on its methods |
| 6133 |
There's nothing scientific about the process they use to select people. scientific done in an organized way |
| 6134 |
Modern archaeology is more scientific than in the past. scientific done in an organized way |
| 6135 |
He has frequently been compared to Michael Jackson. frequently often |
| 6136 |
The ten most frequently asked questions are listed below. frequently often |
| 6137 |
'You're looking well.' 'Thanks.' thanks used for telling someone that you are grateful for something that they have said or done |
| 6138 |
Thanks for reminding me. thanks thanks for (doing) something used for telling someone that you are grateful for something that they have said or done |
| 6139 |
Thanks for dinner – it was great. thanks used for telling someone that you are grateful for something that they have said or done |
| 6140 |
'Do you want a chocolate?' 'Thanks, I'd love one.' thanks used for politely accepting something that is offered to you |
| 6141 |
'Can I get you a drink?' 'No, thanks.' thanks used with 'no' for politely refusing something that is offered to you |
| 6142 |
Thanks a lot for doing the washing up. thanks used for telling someone that you are very grateful to them |
| 6143 |
You didn't leave any for me? Thanks a lot, Peter! thanks used for telling someone that something that they did was not helpful or kind |
| 6144 |
Please accept my heartfelt thanks for your concern and generosity. thanks things that you say or do to tell people that you are grateful to them |
| 6145 |
At long last we made it, no thanks to you. thanks no thanks to used for saying that someone or something did not help you to achieve something |
| 6146 |
Thanks to this treatment, her condition has improved. thanks used for saying that someone or something is responsible for something good that happened |
| 6147 |
The railway system is in chaos, thanks to the government's incompetence. thanks used for saying that you blame someone or something for something bad that happened |
| 6148 |
Who's that standing beside Jeff? beside at the side of someone or something and close to them |
| 6149 |
I knelt down beside the bed. beside at the side of someone or something and close to them |
| 6150 |
We found a picnic area down beside the river. beside at the side of someone or something and close to them |
| 6151 |
Their efforts were puny beside Frederick's. beside used for comparing two people or things |
| 6152 |
Stephen had certainly lied to her, but that was beside the point. beside beside the point not relevant or important to the subject you are discussing |
| 6153 |
I felt sick, disgusted, and beside myself with rage. beside beside yourself with unable to think clearly because you are very angry, upset, or excited |
| 6154 |
They are negotiating a peace settlement. settlement a formal agreement that ends a disagreement |
| 6155 |
the settlement of disputes between employers and employees settlement a formal agreement that ends a disagreement |
| 6156 |
He got the flat as part of their divorce settlement. settlement an agreement that both sides involved in a legal disagreement accept or are forced to accept by a court |
| 6157 |
an out-of-court settlement (=made without asking a court to decide) settlement an agreement that both sides involved in a legal disagreement accept or are forced to accept by a court |
| 6158 |
They discovered the remains of an early Anglo-Saxon settlement. settlement a place where people have come to live permanently, usually when there were very few people living there before |
| 6159 |
Your duties include dealing with the settlement of guests' accounts. settlement settlement of the complete payment of an amount of money that you owe |
| 6160 |
Enclosed is a cheque in settlement of the bill. settlement in settlement (of something) the complete payment of an amount of money that you owe |
| 6161 |
You can expect some settlement over time. settlement the process by which the ground or a building gradually sinks down |
| 6162 |
Are you absolutely certain you saw him? absolutely completely: used for emphasis |
| 6163 |
The food was absolutely fantastic. absolutely completely: used for emphasis |
| 6164 |
They have absolutely no idea how this happened. absolutely completely: used for emphasis |
| 6165 |
'She really is a beautiful woman.' 'Oh, absolutely.' absolutely used for showing that you agree with what someone has just said |
| 6166 |
'Do you think I should forgive him?' 'Under the circumstances, absolutely not.' absolutely absolutely not used for showing that you disagree strongly with what someone has just said, or as a very strong way of saying 'no' |
| 6167 |
Her father was a very critical man. critical expressing an opinion when you think something is wrong or bad |
| 6168 |
He gave a highly critical speech. critical expressing an opinion when you think something is wrong or bad |
| 6169 |
People have been critical of the way she has handled the affair. critical critical of expressing an opinion when you think something is wrong or bad |
| 6170 |
Classroom practice is a critical factor in children's learning. critical very important |
| 6171 |
What happens in the next few days is critical to our success. critical critical to very important |
| 6172 |
an issue that is of critical importance to the party critical of critical importance very important |
| 6173 |
Negotiations have entered a critical phase. critical difficult to deal with because a small mistake could make very bad things happen |
| 6174 |
Several of the passengers are still critical. critical someone who is critical is very seriously ill or injured and might die |
| 6175 |
In his book, Laurence takes a critical look at modern life. critical considering something carefully and deciding what the good and bad aspects are |
| 6176 |
It wasn't the critical success they had hoped for. critical according to people whose job is to give their opinion of things such as new books, plays, or films |
| 6177 |
Her latest show has won much critical acclaim. critical critical acclaim (=admiration) according to people whose job is to give their opinion of things such as new books, plays, or films |
| 6178 |
They trained under the critical eye of their new coach. critical under someone's critical eye with someone watching to make sure that everything is done correctly |
| 6179 |
We need to look at such theories with a critical eye. critical with a critical eye carefully, in order to make sure that everything is correct or good |
| 6180 |
She looked at me without a flicker of recognition in her eyes. recognition the ability to recognize a person or thing |
| 6181 |
His work has never gained the international recognition it deserves. recognition praise, respect, or admiration |
| 6182 |
She was awarded an honorary degree in recognition of her work in the community. recognition in recognition of for something praise, respect, or admiration |
| 6183 |
We want official recognition of the need for affordable childcare. recognition agreement that something is true or important |
| 6184 |
Recognition of Bosnia marked a new stage in the breakup of Yugoslavia. recognition recognition of official agreement that a country or organization exists |
| 6185 |
Many of the bodies were burned beyond all recognition. recognition beyond out of (all) recognition in a way that makes it impossible to recognize who someone is or what something is |
| 6186 |
Family life has changed out of all recognition in the space of a few generations. recognition beyond out of (all) recognition in a way that makes it impossible to recognize who someone is or what something is |
| 6187 |
Cheese can be difficult to digest. digest when your stomach digests food, it changes it into the substances that your body needs |
| 6188 |
There was a pause while she digested this piece of news. digest to understand information when there is a lot of it or it is difficult or unexpected |
| 6189 |
The owl's cry cut through the silence in the forest. silence complete quiet |
| 6190 |
The silence was broken by the soft sound of rain. silence complete quiet |
| 6191 |
When I answered the phone there was dead silence (=no sound at all). silence complete quiet |
| 6192 |
Long silences make her uncomfortable. silence a period of time when no one speaks |
| 6193 |
We stared at each other in stunned silence. silence a period of time when no one speaks |
| 6194 |
We begin our service with a moment of silence. silence a moment of silence a period of time when no one speaks |
| 6195 |
They drove home in silence. silence in silence a period of time when no one speaks |
| 6196 |
She maintained an angry silence. silence the refusal to talk about something or to provide information |
| 6197 |
Her silence on the subject has been interpreted as a sign of guilt. silence silence on the refusal to talk about something or to provide information |
| 6198 |
A letter finally arrived from Lee, ending his long silence. silence a complete lack of communication with someone by letter, telephone, or other means |
| 6199 |
The former Minister has decided to break her silence about the scandal. silence break your silence to talk about something that you refused to talk about before |
| 6200 |
He silenced her with an angry look. silence to stop someone or something from speaking or making a sound |
| 6201 |
After about twenty minutes, someone managed to silence the alarm. silence to stop someone or something from speaking or making a sound |
| 6202 |
They were completely silenced by the news. silence to stop someone or something from speaking or making a sound |
| 6203 |
Efforts to silence opposition have so far been unsuccessful. silence to prevent someone from giving an opinion or from criticizing you |
| 6204 |
Expenditure should ideally not exceed income. expenditure money spent by a government, organization, or person |
| 6205 |
government public expenditure expenditure money spent by a government, organization, or person |
| 6206 |
capital expenditure expenditure money spent by a government, organization, or person |
| 6207 |
The budget will certainly include increased expenditure on education. expenditure expenditure on money spent by a government, organization, or person |
| 6208 |
It is hard to see why it is worth the expenditure of effort involved. expenditure expenditure of the use of time, money, energy etc doing something |
| 6209 |
the Institute of Cancer Research institute an organization that does a particular type of research or educational work |
| 6210 |
The company has instituted new security measures for its staff. institute to start something such as a system or an official process |
| 6211 |
Luckily he escaped injury. luckily used for saying that something happens in a good or lucky way |
| 6212 |
Luckily for me, they were driving to the same town. luckily luckily for someone used for saying that something happens in a good or lucky way |
| 6213 |
It only took her ten minutes to shower and dress. dress to put on clothes. This verb is common in writing, but when you are speaking it is more usual to say that you get dressed |
| 6214 |
He tends to dress in dark colours. dress dress in to put on clothes of a particular type |
| 6215 |
The nurses had decided to dress as clowns for Halloween. dress dress as to put on clothes of a particular type |
| 6216 |
We wash the children and dress them for school. dress to put clothes on someone |
| 6217 |
Our youngest boy can already dress himself. dress dress yourself to put clothes on someone |
| 6218 |
He dresses many of Europe's most glamorous women. dress to choose or design the clothes that someone wears |
| 6219 |
It would be sensible to dress for cold weather. dress dress for to put on clothes that are suitable for a particular occasion or event |
| 6220 |
They dressed for dinner every night (=put on formal clothes for the evening meal). dress to put on clothes that are suitable for a particular occasion or event |
| 6221 |
a blue cotton dress dress a piece of clothing that covers a woman's body and part of her legs |
| 6222 |
I'd never seen her in a dress before. dress a piece of clothing that covers a woman's body and part of her legs |
| 6223 |
The children were wearing traditional Norwegian dress. dress the clothes that are typical of a particular place, time in history, or occasion |
| 6224 |
They performed the play in Victorian dress. dress the clothes that are typical of a particular place, time in history, or occasion |
| 6225 |
He has an unusual style of dress. dress the clothes that someone usually wears |
| 6226 |
a dangerous dog dangerous likely to harm or kill someone, or to damage or destroy something |
| 6227 |
a dangerous stretch of road dangerous likely to harm or kill someone, or to damage or destroy something |
| 6228 |
Air pollution has reached dangerous levels in some cities. dangerous likely to harm or kill someone, or to damage or destroy something |
| 6229 |
an exciting but highly dangerous sport dangerous highly dangerous likely to harm or kill someone, or to damage or destroy something |
| 6230 |
Children are taught to avoid potentially dangerous situations. dangerous potentially dangerous likely to harm or kill someone, or to damage or destroy something |
| 6231 |
It is not yet known whether these chemicals are dangerous to humans. dangerous dangerous to likely to harm or kill someone, or to damage or destroy something |
| 6232 |
It's dangerous to walk around here on your own at night. dangerous it is dangerous (for someone) to do something likely to harm or kill someone, or to damage or destroy something |
| 6233 |
Mr Ashley is playing a dangerous game, pretending to support both parties. dangerous likely to have a bad effect or to cause a problem |
| 6234 |
It is extremely dangerous for you to get involved in this. dangerous it is dangerous (for someone) to do something likely to have a bad effect or to cause a problem |
| 6235 |
The sacking of Mr Nolan could set a dangerous precedent. dangerous a dangerous precedent (=a decision that others will follow and that will cause problems) likely to have a bad effect or to cause a problem |
| 6236 |
People are more relaxed in familiar surroundings. familiar well known to you, or easily recognized by you |
| 6237 |
The name Harry Potter will be familiar to many readers. familiar familiar to well known to you, or easily recognized by you |
| 6238 |
His face looked vaguely familiar but I couldn't think why. familiar vaguely familiar well known to you, or easily recognized by you |
| 6239 |
I'm pleased to see so many familiar faces here tonight. familiar a familiar face figure voice etc well known to you, or easily recognized by you |
| 6240 |
Horse-drawn carts used to be a familiar sight. familiar a familiar sight, problem etc is common and happens a lot |
| 6241 |
an all-too familiar problem familiar all-too familiar a familiar sight, problem etc is common and happens a lot |
| 6242 |
These stories of bureaucratic mistakes are depressingly familiar. familiar horribly painfully depressingly familiar a familiar sight, problem etc is common and happens a lot |
| 6243 |
Don't be too familiar with the customers. familiar familiar with behaving in an informal or friendly way towards someone who you do not know very well, especially in a way that makes them feel that you do not respect them |
| 6244 |
She seems to be on very familiar terms with the waiter. familiar be on familiar terms with someone behaving in an informal or friendly way towards someone who you do not know very well, especially in a way that makes them feel that you do not respect them |
| 6245 |
Are you familiar with Windows software? familiar familiar with something if you are familiar with something, you know about it because you have learnt about it or experienced it before |
| 6246 |
The author assumes that his readers are familiar with certain basic concepts. familiar familiar with something if you are familiar with something, you know about it because you have learnt about it or experienced it before |
| 6247 |
The business has assets totalling 5.1 million. asset something such as money or property that a person or company owns |
| 6248 |
Youth is a tremendous asset in this job. asset a major benefit |
| 6249 |
He is a definite asset to the team. asset asset to a major benefit |
| 6250 |
When you've finished, put the cassettes back where they belong. belong to be in the right place |
| 6251 |
That lamp belongs on the desk. belong to be in the right place |
| 6252 |
These workers belong in a different category. belong to be in the right place |
| 6253 |
I don't feel that I belong here. belong to feel happy and comfortable in a particular place or with a particular group of people |
| 6254 |
After three years here, I feel a strong sense of belonging. belong sense feeling of belonging to feel happy and comfortable in a particular place or with a particular group of people |
| 6255 |
better educational opportunities for women educational relating to education |
| 6256 |
educational achievements qualifications educational relating to education |
| 6257 |
We found the programme educational and informative. educational giving people useful knowledge |
| 6258 |
an educational video educational giving people useful knowledge |
| 6259 |
He was fined a sum of 1,000. sum an amount of money |
| 6260 |
Companies are prepared to pay substantial sums for the use of our facilities. sum a large substantial considerable huge sum an amount of money |
| 6261 |
We already spend large sums of money on advertising. sum a sum of money an amount of money |
| 6262 |
The total area was calculated as the sum of all the individual areas in the plan. sum sum of a total amount made by adding several numbers or amounts together |
| 6263 |
The movie has a simple story, but it's greater than the sum of its parts. sum greater more than the sum of its parts forming a better or stronger combination than you would expect from each of the individual parts |
| 6264 |
In sum, alternative policies were not considered. sum in sum used for giving a summary of what you have said |
| 6265 |
I'll sum up briefly and then we'll take questions. sum to give a summary of something |
| 6266 |
Summing up the discussion, he said that all parties would consider how best to resolve the problem. sum to give a summary of something |
| 6267 |
The judge will sum up the evidence tomorrow. sum if a judge sums up a case, they give a summary of all the evidence that has been given |
| 6268 |
Her reply seemed to sum up the attitude of all the refugees. sum to make a statement that shows what something or someone is like |
| 6269 |
I'd already summed him up, and I knew he'd be difficult to work with. sum to make a judgment about what someone or something is like |
| 6270 |
She became famous after the publication of her first novel. publication publication of the process of producing a book, magazine etc for people to buy |
| 6271 |
a weekly financial publication publication a magazine, newspaper, or book |
| 6272 |
Publication of the survey's findings is expected next week. publication publication of the process of making information available to the public |
| 6273 |
I'll admit I was partly to blame. partly to some degree, but not completely |
| 6274 |
She was shaking all over, partly because she was so angry with Oliver and partly because she was so afraid. partly to some degree, but not completely |
| 6275 |
Inflation has remained low, partly as a result of cheaper imports. partly to some degree, but not completely |
| 6276 |
There's a flat available in the block where I live. block a large building with a lot of different levels |
| 6277 |
an apartment office high-rise block block a large building with a lot of different levels |
| 6278 |
The whole block of flats was destroyed. block block of flats a large building with a lot of different levels |
| 6279 |
The main block of the hotel dates back to 1650. block a building that is part of a larger building or group of buildings |
| 6280 |
The prison's administration block overlooks the exercise yard. block a building that is part of a larger building or group of buildings |
| 6281 |
I was early for the meeting, so I walked around the block a couple of times. block an area of buildings in a town or city with streets on all four sides |
| 6282 |
The school was only a few blocks from where she lived. block the distance along a city street from where one road crosses it to the next road |
| 6283 |
The baby was playing with wooden blocks. block a solid piece of wood, stone, ice etc with straight sides |
| 6284 |
It's amazing to think that this huge statue was carved from a single block of marble. block block of a solid piece of wood, stone, ice etc with straight sides |
| 6285 |
The company buys blocks of seats from airlines, then sells them to the public. block block of an amount of something, or a number of individual things that are considered together as a single object |
| 6286 |
You can move blocks of text on-screen using the mouse. block block of an amount of something, or a number of individual things that are considered together as a single object |
| 6287 |
The hard disk contains a block of data known as the 'boot' section. block block of an amount of information considered as one unit, used when writing computer programs |
| 6288 |
We need to find a two-hour block when we are all free for this seminar. block a continuous period of time |
| 6289 |
The issue of holiday pay was the major block in reaching an agreement. block something that stops you from doing something or being successful |
| 6290 |
I had a sudden block and couldn't remember his name. block a short time when you are unable to think clearly or remember something that you usually know |
| 6291 |
There must be a block in the pipeline. block something that stops movement through a place or along something |
| 6292 |
When you've been around the block as many times as I have, not much shocks you any more. block have been around the block (a couple of a few times) to have a lot of experience of something, especially when this means that it is difficult to trick or surprise you |
| 6293 |
I wanted to go on holiday with Maria, but she put a block on that plan. block put a block on something to stop someone from doing something, or to stop something from happening |
| 6294 |
A car was blocking the road. block to stop something from moving through or along something else |
| 6295 |
Something is blocking the flow of water through the pipe. block to stop something from moving through or along something else |
| 6296 |
A crowd of people blocked his way to the gate. block block someone's way exit path etc to stop someone from going past you by standing in front of them |
| 6297 |
He stood by the door, deliberately blocking her exit. block to stop someone from going past you by standing in front of them |
| 6298 |
She expertly blocked all her opponent's punches. block to use your body to stop someone from hitting something, or to stop a ball from going somewhere |
| 6299 |
In blocking the goal shot, Mario sprained his shoulder. block to use your body to stop someone from hitting something, or to stop a ball from going somewhere |
| 6300 |
Her hat was blocking his view of the screen. block to be in front of someone so that they cannot see something or so that light cannot reach them |
| 6301 |
Don't stand in the doorway, you're blocking the light. block to be in front of someone so that they cannot see something or so that light cannot reach them |
| 6302 |
She accused him of blocking her promotion. block to use your power to stop something from being done or from succeeding |
| 6303 |
The plan to build a new nursery school was blocked by local residents. block to use your power to stop something from being done or from succeeding |
| 6304 |
The drug acts by blocking the release of testosterone. block to stop a natural process from happening |
| 6305 |
You block a passage of text and hit Control+C to centre it on the page. block to mark a piece of writing or other information on a computer screen so you can do something with it |
| 6306 |
Was anyone in the car seriously hurt? seriously seriously ill hurt worried in a way that is bad or dangerous enough to make you worried |
| 6307 |
We have to think seriously about what we do next. seriously think consider seriously in a way that shows that you think something is important |
| 6308 |
I'm seriously considering moving to France. seriously in a way that shows that you think something is important |
| 6309 |
Do you seriously think I'm going to lend you the car? seriously really |
| 6310 |
'I'm thinking of leaving my wife.' 'Seriously?' seriously used for expressing surprise |
| 6311 |
Seriously though, you can't keep lying to your parents. seriously used for emphasizing that you really mean something |
| 6312 |
He must be seriously rich. seriously very |
| 6313 |
a seriously attractive option seriously very |
| 6314 |
Jonathan takes his gardening very seriously. seriously take someone something seriously to think that someone something is important and should be given careful attention |
| 6315 |
Don't take everything he says so seriously. seriously take someone something seriously to think that someone something is important and should be given careful attention |
| 6316 |
the Newbury bypass bypass a road that goes round a town or city so that you can avoid going through its centre |
| 6317 |
bypass surgery bypass a medical operation to make someone's blood flow past a blocked or damaged part of their heart rather than through it |
| 6318 |
He underwent a triple heart bypass operation last March. bypass a medical operation to make someone's blood flow past a blocked or damaged part of their heart rather than through it |
| 6319 |
I bypassed the lawyers and filed the documents myself. bypass to avoid dealing with someone or something, especially because you think you can achieve something more quickly without using them |
| 6320 |
I took the road that bypassed the city altogether. bypass to avoid the centre of a town or city by using a road that goes round it |
| 6321 |
an operation to bypass the damaged artery bypass to perform a medical operation to make someone's blood flow past a blocked or damaged part of their heart rather than through it |
| 6322 |
In his youth, he had travelled and seen much of the world. youth the time in someone's life when they are young |
| 6323 |
the energy enthusiasm innocence of youth youth the time in someone's life when they are young |
| 6324 |
The visit was more than just a chance to relive her youth. youth relive recapture your youth the time in someone's life when they are young |
| 6325 |
Adults who choose to go to college in later life are perhaps making up for a misspent youth. youth misspent youth (=time spent doing silly or bad things when you are young) the time in someone's life when they are young |
| 6326 |
a gang of youths youth a male teenager, especially one involved in violent or criminal activities |
| 6327 |
Sport provides a way for the nation's youth to express themselves. youth young people in general |
| 6328 |
youth culture unemployment training youth young people in general |
| 6329 |
We've got the concert on tape. tape on tape a long thin plastic band on which you can record sounds, pictures, or information |
| 6330 |
This is a great tape – have you heard it? tape a plastic case called a cassette containing tape that you can use for recording something or on which something has been recorded |
| 6331 |
We need a blank tape so that we can record the film. tape a blank tape (=with nothing recorded on it) a plastic case called a cassette containing tape that you can use for recording something or on which something has been recorded |
| 6332 |
Police roped off the area with yellow tape after the incident. tape a long thin band of cloth or plastic used for fastening things together or for marking the edges of an area |
| 6333 |
Did you tape the film last night? tape to record sounds or pictures using tape |
| 6334 |
There was a notice taped to the door. tape tape something to something to stick something onto a surface using tape that is sticky on one side |
| 6335 |
The box had been firmly taped shut. tape to fasten something using tape that is sticky on one side |
| 6336 |
You can't fool me. I've got you taped. tape have someone something taped to understand someone or something perfectly and to know how to deal with them effectively |
| 6337 |
Car prices in the UK are higher than elsewhere in Europe. elsewhere in or to another place or other places |
| 6338 |
In 1998 the market closed down and traders moved elsewhere. elsewhere in or to another place or other places |
| 6339 |
The question is discussed elsewhere in the book. elsewhere in or to another place or other places |
| 6340 |
The government is unlikely to help, so the money must come from elsewhere. elsewhere from elsewhere in or to another place or other places |
| 6341 |
Many doctors have a standard scale of fees. fee money that you pay to a professional person or institution for their work |
| 6342 |
Tuition fees at Stanford have now reached 9,000 a year. fee money that you pay to a professional person or institution for their work |
| 6343 |
It is reported that he will have to pay legal fees of 2,000. fee charge pay fees money that you pay to a professional person or institution for their work |
| 6344 |
The gallery charges a small entrance fee. fee an amount of money that you pay to be allowed to do something such as join an organization |
| 6345 |
The annual fee is 5. fee an amount of money that you pay to be allowed to do something such as join an organization |
| 6346 |
a word processing graphics spreadsheet program program a series of instructions that makes a computer perform an action or a particular type of work |
| 6347 |
The heating system has been programmed to maintain a constant temperature. program to give a series of instructions to a computer or other piece of equipment so that it will do something automatically |
| 6348 |
He had no difficulty in persuading parliament to approve the treaty. treaty an official written agreement between two or more countries. When national leaders negotiate a treaty, they discuss it before reaching agreement; and when they ratify a treaty, they give it their formal approval, usually by signing it or voting for it |
| 6349 |
a treaty on arms reduction treaty treaty on an official written agreement between two or more countries. When national leaders negotiate a treaty, they discuss it before reaching agreement; and when they ratify a treaty, they give it their formal approval, usually by signing it or voting for it |
| 6350 |
a trade treaty with New Zealand treaty treaty with an official written agreement between two or more countries. When national leaders negotiate a treaty, they discuss it before reaching agreement; and when they ratify a treaty, they give it their formal approval, usually by signing it or voting for it |
| 6351 |
Public spending necessarily affects the economy. necessarily always, or in every situation |
| 6352 |
Individual symptoms are not necessarily typical of the disease. necessarily not always, or not in every situation |
| 6353 |
Headings within the text should be bold but not necessarily bigger. necessarily not always, or not in every situation |
| 6354 |
Our clients won't necessarily understand why we are raising our prices. necessarily not always, or not in every situation |
| 6355 |
'It's cheaper to buy a flat than a house.' 'Not necessarily.' necessarily used for saying that you think something that someone said is not always true |
| 6356 |
A large white bird flew silently overhead. overhead above your head |
| 6357 |
She reached up for the overhead light. overhead above your head |
| 6358 |
I think her coming back is a pretty unlikely prospect. unlikely not likely to happen |
| 6359 |
He's unlikely ever to find a job again. unlikely unlikely to do something not likely to happen |
| 6360 |
It seems unlikely that she will make the same mistake again. unlikely unlikely (that) not likely to happen |
| 6361 |
It's highly unlikely we'll be invited. unlikely most highly extremely unlikely not likely to happen |
| 6362 |
In the unlikely event that you are not completely satisfied with your holiday, we will offer a full refund. unlikely in the unlikely event (=if this unlikely thing actually happens) not likely to happen |
| 6363 |
an unlikely hypothesis unlikely not likely to be true |
| 6364 |
He's a very unlikely romantic hero. unlikely not typical |
| 6365 |
His parents seem a rather unlikely couple. unlikely used about two people or things that do not combine well together |
| 6366 |
You're not properly dressed for this weather. properly in a manner that is suitable for the purpose or situation |
| 6367 |
He was never properly trained, so you can't really blame him if he can't do the job. properly in a manner that is suitable for the purpose or situation |
| 6368 |
If she doesn't behave properly, send her home. properly in a way that is considered right or correct |
| 6369 |
The air conditioning in the hotel wasn't working properly. properly in a way that is considered right or correct |
| 6370 |
Is that champagne properly chilled? properly really, or completely |
| 6371 |
It's not a novel, properly speaking, but a fictionalized biography. properly properly speaking really, or correctly |
| 6372 |
tips for getting rid of unwanted guests guest someone who you have invited to your home, for a party or a meal, or to stay the night |
| 6373 |
We've got guests staying this weekend. guest someone who you have invited to your home, for a party or a meal, or to stay the night |
| 6374 |
The President and his wife were in the hallway, greeting their dinner guests. guest welcome greet receive a guest someone who you have invited to your home, for a party or a meal, or to stay the night |
| 6375 |
She was eager to mingle with the other party guests. guest someone who has been invited to a party, meeting, or other event by the people organizing it |
| 6376 |
He was a guest at our wedding. guest guest at someone who has been invited to a party, meeting, or other event by the people organizing it |
| 6377 |
They were at the Festival as the guests of a Greek businessman. guest guest of someone who has been invited to a party, meeting, or other event by the people organizing it |
| 6378 |
The ceremony will take place before 10,000 invited VIP guests. guest invited guests someone who has been invited to a party, meeting, or other event by the people organizing it |
| 6379 |
Welcome, Mr Prime Minister, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen. guest honoured distinguished guests someone who has been invited to a party, meeting, or other event by the people organizing it |
| 6380 |
You're here as my guest. guest someone who you invite to a restaurant, the theatre etc, and whose meal or ticket you pay for |
| 6381 |
Please would members remember to sign in all guests before using the pool. guest someone who you take with you to a club where you are a member |
| 6382 |
the arriving departing guests guest someone who is paying to stay at a hotel or eat in a restaurant |
| 6383 |
There is live music to entertain guests. guest someone who is paying to stay at a hotel or eat in a restaurant |
| 6384 |
The indoor heated pool is free to hotel guests. guest hotel guest someone who is paying to stay at a hotel or eat in a restaurant |
| 6385 |
our panel of celebrity guests guest someone who appears on a television or radio show that they do not regularly appear on |
| 6386 |
My first guest tonight is famous for both her singing and acting talent. guest someone who appears on a television or radio show that they do not regularly appear on |
| 6387 |
The band agreed to make a guest appearance on his show. guest guest appearance someone who appears on a television or radio show that they do not regularly appear on |
| 6388 |
'Can I try opening it?' 'Be my guest.' guest used for saying that someone can do something that you are having difficulty with or do not want to do yourself |
| 6389 |
'Do you mind if I sit down?' 'Be my guest.' guest yes: used as a polite reply to a request |
| 6390 |
Is she on the guest list for our wedding? guest guest list relating to guests |
| 6391 |
a set of guest towels guest provided for guests to use |
| 6392 |
a TV in the guest lounge guest provided for guests to use |
| 6393 |
a regular guest conductor with orchestras all over the world guest appearing by invitation to perform at an event |
| 6394 |
The show frequently features well-known guest stars. guest guest star appearing by invitation to perform at an event |
| 6395 |
Tonight's guest speaker is Peter Bell. guest guest speaker lecturer appearing by invitation to perform at an event |
| 6396 |
The message was written in code. code in code a system of words, numbers, or signs used for sending secret messages. To put a message into code is to encode it, and to translate it back from code is to decode it |
| 6397 |
She worked at Bletchley Park, where they cracked the Enigma codes. code crack break a code (=discover how it works) a system of words, numbers, or signs used for sending secret messages. To put a message into code is to encode it, and to translate it back from code is to decode it |
| 6398 |
Even criminals have their own code of honour. code a set of rules about how something should be done or how people should behave |
| 6399 |
The death penalty is no longer allowed under France's penal code. code penal criminal code (=the set of laws about crimes and punishment) a set of rules about how something should be done or how people should behave |
| 6400 |
Managers are expected to comply with the company's code of conduct. code code of conduct a set of rules about how something should be done or how people should behave |
| 6401 |
The shirt comes in eight colours, each identified by a two-letter code. code a set of numbers or letters that gives information about something, for example by showing what it is or when it was made |
| 6402 |
Write the order code in this box. code a set of numbers or letters that gives information about something, for example by showing what it is or when it was made |
| 6403 |
She punched in a five-digit security code. code punch in key in enter a code a set of numbers that allows you to open a lock or door or turn off an alarm |
| 6404 |
the genetic code code a complicated system of rules, relationships, or instructions |
| 6405 |
Each item was coded for point of origin. code to mark something with a code that gives information about it |
| 6406 |
They coded each sample and sent them to the lab for analysis. code to mark something with a code instead of a name, so that people do not know what it is |
| 6407 |
a valley surrounded by wooded hills hill an area of land that is higher than the land surrounding it but smaller and lower than a mountain |
| 6408 |
the Pentland Hills hill an area of land that is higher than the land surrounding it but smaller and lower than a mountain |
| 6409 |
an area popular with hill walkers hill an area of land that is higher than the land surrounding it but smaller and lower than a mountain |
| 6410 |
They climbed slowly to the top of the hill. hill the top bottom of a hill an area of land that is higher than the land surrounding it but smaller and lower than a mountain |
| 6411 |
The village is built on a steep hill. hill on a hill an area of land that is higher than the land surrounding it but smaller and lower than a mountain |
| 6412 |
We went walking in the hills. hill in the hills an area of land that is higher than the land surrounding it but smaller and lower than a mountain |
| 6413 |
Go up the hill and turn right at the lights. hill a steep slope in a path or road |
| 6414 |
A motorcycle appeared over the brow of the hill. hill the brow (=top) of a hill a steep slope in a path or road |
| 6415 |
Judging from Saturday's performance, she's by no means over the hill yet. hill over the hill no longer young and therefore unable to do things that you could do in the past |
| 6416 |
a computer radar TV VDU screen screen the flat surface on a computer, television, or piece of electronic equipment where words and pictures are shown |
| 6417 |
A new icon will appear on your screen. screen the flat surface on a computer, television, or piece of electronic equipment where words and pictures are shown |
| 6418 |
Suddenly the screen went blank. screen the flat surface on a computer, television, or piece of electronic equipment where words and pictures are shown |
| 6419 |
Click here to print the screen. screen the set of words or pictures shown on a computer screen |
| 6420 |
Change the screen resolution. screen relating to a computer screen or to what you can see on it |
| 6421 |
You need to refresh the screen display. screen relating to a computer screen or to what you can see on it |
| 6422 |
a new 14-screen cinema screen the flat surface in a cinema where the picture is shown |
| 6423 |
The new action film will hit the screen later this month. screen hit come to reach the screen the flat surface in a cinema where the picture is shown |
| 6424 |
She was a star of stage and screen. screen stage and screen cinema in general |
| 6425 |
He sold the screen rights of his book for 5 million. screen connected with the cinema |
| 6426 |
her screen debut career screen connected with the cinema |
| 6427 |
the beautiful altar screen in our local church screen a flat structure that is used for separating one area of a room from another, for example to make it more private |
| 6428 |
She got undressed behind a folding screen. screen a flat structure that is used for separating one area of a room from another, for example to make it more private |
| 6429 |
The cattle provided a screen for the soldiers. screen screen for something that protects you or allows you to hide |
| 6430 |
His car was parked behind a screen of trees. screen screen of something that protects you or allows you to hide |
| 6431 |
He recommends screening pregnant women for diabetes. screen screen someone for something to test someone to find out if they have a particular illness |
| 6432 |
The series is currently being screened on BBC2 on Fridays. screen to broadcast a television programme, or to show a film |
| 6433 |
A line of fir trees screened the house from the road. screen screen something from something to hide someone or something by being in front of them |
| 6434 |
All potential foster parents are carefully screened. screen to get information in order to decide whether someone is suitable for something, for example a job |
| 6435 |
So many journalists were phoning him that he decided to screen his calls. screen to check something to decide whether it is suitable, especially for someone else |
| 6436 |
What percentage of the city's households live in poverty? household the people who live in a house or flat when they are considered as a single unit |
| 6437 |
a one- two- four-person household household the people who live in a house or flat when they are considered as a single unit |
| 6438 |
household goods appliances expenses etc household used in homes, or relating to homes |
| 6439 |
Their total household income is less than 12,000 a year. household relating to all the people living in one home |
| 6440 |
Microsoft has become a household name. household be a household name word to be very well known |
| 6441 |
A computer can store and repeat sequences of instructions. sequence a set of related things that happen or are arranged in a particular order |
| 6442 |
a dance sequence sequence a set of related things that happen or are arranged in a particular order |
| 6443 |
Could you describe the exact sequence of events that evening? sequence the sequence of events a set of related things that happen or are arranged in a particular order |
| 6444 |
The words had to be put into the right sequence. sequence the order in which a set of things happens or is arranged |
| 6445 |
Are the numbers in sequence? sequence in sequence the order in which a set of things happens or is arranged |
| 6446 |
Scenes of a film are often shot out of sequence. sequence out of sequence the order in which a set of things happens or is arranged |
| 6447 |
action dream sequences sequence a part of a film that deals with one event or that has a particular style |
| 6448 |
the famous opening sequence from Reservoir Dogs sequence a part of a film that deals with one event or that has a particular style |
| 6449 |
The first person to give the correct answer wins the contest. correct right according to the facts, with no mistakes |
| 6450 |
Make sure you use the correct address. correct right according to the facts, with no mistakes |
| 6451 |
If my calculations are correct, we should arrive in exactly 17 minutes. correct right according to your opinion or judgment of a situation |
| 6452 |
a correct diagnosis correct right according to your opinion or judgment of a situation |
| 6453 |
a grammatically correct sentence correct right according to the established rules or ways of doing something |
| 6454 |
My father was always very formal and correct. correct behaving in a way that is considered socially right or polite |
| 6455 |
She guessed my age correctly. correct |
| 6456 |
They refused, quite correctly, to give us this information. correct |
| 6457 |
I want to correct this false impression that people have of me. correct to show that something is wrong, and make it right |
| 6458 |
I started to correct him, then realized there was no point. correct to tell someone that what they have said is not right or true |
| 6459 |
'I'm seventeen. No,' she corrected herself. 'I'm eighteen now.' correct correct yourself to tell someone that what they have said is not right or true |
| 6460 |
She had surgery to correct a defect in her left eye. correct to deal with a technical or medical problem, in order to make something work in the way that it should |
| 6461 |
We need to correct the imbalance in men and women's pay. correct to deal with a technical or medical problem, in order to make something work in the way that it should |
| 6462 |
She sat correcting the students' homework. correct to look at a piece of writing and make marks showing where the mistakes are |
| 6463 |
To give an accurate figure, you will need to correct for inflation. correct correct for to change calculations or measurements so that they become more accurate |
| 6464 |
Correct me if I'm wrong, but haven't we already discussed that? correct correct me if I'm wrong used when you are fairly sure that you are right, especially as a way of politely disagreeing with someone |
| 6465 |
Jo spent the day pottering around the house and garden. potter to do things in a slow and enjoyable way |
| 6466 |
I was ignorant of the terms used in business. ignorant ignorant of not knowing something that you should know or need to know |
| 6467 |
He's so ignorant! ignorant not knowing the right way to behave or to treat people |
| 6468 |
The war was about to enter its final phase. phase a particular period of time during the development of something |
| 6469 |
The first phase of the project will be completed by 2002. phase phase of a particular period of time during the development of something |
| 6470 |
It was a depressing phase in the country's history. phase phase in a particular period of time during the development of something |
| 6471 |
Their son went through a phase of being aggressive at school. phase a time in a person's development or life when they behave in a particular way |
| 6472 |
Don't worry about Tina – I'm sure it's just a phase. phase a time in a person's development or life when they behave in a particular way |
| 6473 |
The pedestrian crossing lights turn red in phase with the traffic lights. phase happening or not happening at the same time as something else |
| 6474 |
The work will be phased over two years. phase to make something happen gradually |
| 6475 |
'Are you ready to order, madam?' madam used for talking politely to a woman whose name you do not know. This word is used especially by people serving customers in a shop or restaurant |
| 6476 |
Their youngest girl is a right little madam. madam a (proper right) little madam a girl or young woman who thinks other people should do exactly what she wants |
| 6477 |
The boys disappeared into the crowd. crowd a large number of people in the same place |
| 6478 |
a crowd of 30,000 crowd a large number of people in the same place |
| 6479 |
An angry crowd had gathered on the steps of the palace. crowd a large number of people in the same place |
| 6480 |
Crowds of people began making their way to the station. crowd a large number of people in the same place |
| 6481 |
He takes off his shirt and the crowd goes wild. crowd a large group of people at an event |
| 6482 |
I spent an evening out with the usual crowd. crowd a group of friends |
| 6483 |
It's easy just to follow the crowd, but you have to do what's right for you. crowd follow the crowd go with the crowd to do or think the same as the majority of people |
| 6484 |
He's the kind of man that stands out in a crowd. crowd stand out in a crowd to be very different and easy to notice |
| 6485 |
Everyone in the restaurant crowded round them and started singing. crowd crowd round around to move to a particular place at the same time as a lot of other people |
| 6486 |
We crowded into the kitchen with the others. crowd crowd into to move to a particular place at the same time as a lot of other people |
| 6487 |
Hundreds of people crowded the streets. crowd if a group of people crowd a place, they make it full by being in it |
| 6488 |
Images of the accident kept crowding my head. crowd if things such as thoughts or memories crowd your mind, your mind becomes full of them |
| 6489 |
Don't crowd me! crowd to stand so close to someone that it annoys them or makes them feel nervous |
| 6490 |
Some hotels do not even welcome guests in their own language. welcome to greet someone in a polite and friendly way when they have come to see you or to help you |
| 6491 |
Visitors will be warmly welcomed. welcome warmly welcome (=with enthusiasm) to greet someone in a polite and friendly way when they have come to see you or to help you |
| 6492 |
They welcomed the new proposals. welcome to say that you approve of something that has happened or that you are pleased about it |
| 6493 |
The move has been welcomed by environmentalists. welcome to say that you approve of something that has happened or that you are pleased about it |
| 6494 |
The announcement will be widely welcomed (=welcomed by many people). welcome to say that you approve of something that has happened or that you are pleased about it |
| 6495 |
The president welcomed the accord as a step towards political stability. welcome welcome something as something to say that you approve of something that has happened or that you are pleased about it |
| 6496 |
We welcome suggestions from our readers. welcome to say that you are pleased to accept or consider something such as an opportunity or a question |
| 6497 |
The faculty welcomes prospective students wishing to visit departments. welcome to say that you are pleased to accept or consider something such as an opportunity or a question |
| 6498 |
Fireworks welcomed the New Year in Moscow's Red Square. welcome to celebrate an event |
| 6499 |
Your friends are always welcome here. welcome if you are welcome, or are a welcome visitor at a place, people are pleased that you are there |
| 6500 |
Pat was a very welcome guest. welcome if you are welcome, or are a welcome visitor at a place, people are pleased that you are there |
| 6501 |
It's a beautiful place – you will be made very welcome. welcome make someone welcome if you are welcome, or are a welcome visitor at a place, people are pleased that you are there |
| 6502 |
The early flowers are a welcome sight. welcome if something is welcome, people are happy about it because it is pleasant or because they need it |
| 6503 |
The sunny weather was a welcome bonus. welcome if something is welcome, people are happy about it because it is pleasant or because they need it |
| 6504 |
A cold drink would be very welcome. welcome if something is welcome, people are happy about it because it is pleasant or because they need it |
| 6505 |
This year's bonus will be welcome to those on lower incomes. welcome welcome to if something is welcome, people are happy about it because it is pleasant or because they need it |
| 6506 |
Members of the public are welcome to attend the meeting. welcome if someone tells you that you are welcome to do something, they are saying that you may do it if you want to |
| 6507 |
You're more than welcome to stay overnight. welcome more than welcome (=very welcome) if someone tells you that you are welcome to do something, they are saying that you may do it if you want to |
| 6508 |
Flying – you're welcome to it as far as I'm concerned (=I do not want to do it). welcome if someone tells you that you are welcome to something, they mean that you can have it or use it, usually because they do not want it or do not like it themselves |
| 6509 |
Welcome to Edinburgh. welcome used for welcoming someone to a place |
| 6510 |
Welcome to the show. welcome used at the beginning of a radio or television programme |
| 6511 |
They received a tumultuous welcome. welcome an act of welcoming or greeting someone |
| 6512 |
The mayor said some words of welcome (=made a short speech to welcome people). welcome an act of welcoming or greeting someone |
| 6513 |
He gave us a warm welcome and invited us to lunch. welcome a warm welcome (=an especially friendly welcome) an act of welcoming or greeting someone |
| 6514 |
He held his hand out in welcome. welcome in welcome an act of welcoming or greeting someone |
| 6515 |
The proposal received an enthusiastic welcome. welcome a reaction to a suggestion or decision |
| 6516 |
Politicians gave a cautious welcome to the appointment (=were pleased by it but not completely satisfied). welcome a reaction to a suggestion or decision |
| 6517 |
It was time to go, before we outstayed our welcome. welcome outstay overstay your welcome to stay at a place for longer than people want |
| 6518 |
a frame made of metal metal a hard, usually shiny element that exists naturally in the ground or in rock, for example lead, gold, or iron. Metals are usually good conductors of heat and electricity and are used to make things such as tools, machines, weapons etc |
| 6519 |
precious metals such as silver metal a hard, usually shiny element that exists naturally in the ground or in rock, for example lead, gold, or iron. Metals are usually good conductors of heat and electricity and are used to make things such as tools, machines, weapons etc |
| 6520 |
a metal buckle a metal basin metal used about something that is made of metal |
| 6521 |
It is widely expected that the Socialists will call early elections. widely by a lot of people, or in a lot of places |
| 6522 |
Organic foods are now much more widely available. widely by a lot of people, or in a lot of places |
| 6523 |
He has travelled widely in South America. widely by a lot of people, or in a lot of places |
| 6524 |
a newspaper that is widely read (=read by a lot of people) widely by a lot of people, or in a lot of places |
| 6525 |
She's very widely read (=she has read a lot of books). widely by a lot of people, or in a lot of places |
| 6526 |
Prices vary widely for products that appear to be very similar. widely by a large amount, or to a large degree |
| 6527 |
Officials have voiced widely different views on the best way forward. widely by a large amount, or to a large degree |
| 6528 |
The court will undertake a serious examination of the case. undertake to agree to be responsible for a job or a project and do it |
| 6529 |
The most recent survey of rare birds was undertaken in 1991. undertake to agree to be responsible for a job or a project and do it |
| 6530 |
It is one of the largest dam projects ever undertaken. undertake to agree to be responsible for a job or a project and do it |
| 6531 |
The government has undertaken to tackle unemployment as a priority. undertake undertake to do something to promise to do something |
| 6532 |
To join the club, you have to undertake to buy a minimum of six books a year. undertake to promise to do something |
| 6533 |
At noon the sun is directly above us in the sky. sky the space above the earth that you see when you look up into the air |
| 6534 |
Air pollution is clearly visible in the skies over the city. sky the space above the earth that you see when you look up into the air |
| 6535 |
a clear blue sky sky the space above the earth that you see when you look up into the air |
| 6536 |
The night sky was filled with stars. sky the night summer northern sky (=how the sky looks at a particular time, season, or place) the space above the earth that you see when you look up into the air |
| 6537 |
a patch of blue sky among the clouds sky a patch strip of sky (=a small area of the sky) the space above the earth that you see when you look up into the air |
| 6538 |
Tomorrow we expect clear skies in the morning, with rain in the afternoon. sky clear cloudy skies used for talking about the weather |
| 6539 |
The sky is the limit to what professional athletes can earn. sky the sky is the limit used for saying that there is no limit to what someone can do |
| 6540 |
He's gone to that great golf course in the sky. sky that (great)...in the sky used for talking about the place where people go when they die |
| 6541 |
The human brain is divided into two halves. brain the organ inside your head that allows you to think and feel, and controls your body |
| 6542 |
The illness had affected his brain. brain the organ inside your head that allows you to think and feel, and controls your body |
| 6543 |
a brain tumour scan operation brain belonging to or connected with the brain |
| 6544 |
brain activity function brain belonging to or connected with the brain |
| 6545 |
She felt that she could almost see his brain working. brain mental ability or intelligence |
| 6546 |
You have to use your brains in this job. brain mental ability or intelligence |
| 6547 |
He's good-looking, and he's got brains. brain have brains a brain (=be intelligent) mental ability or intelligence |
| 6548 |
The best brains in the country have failed to solve this problem. brain an intelligent person |
| 6549 |
the brains behind the attack on the embassy brain the brains behind something the person responsible for inventing, developing, or organizing something |
| 6550 |
Mary is the brains of the group. brain the brains of something the most intelligent person involved in something |
| 6551 |
He's got football on the brain. brain have something on the brain to be very interested in something, so that you keep thinking and talking about it |
| 6552 |
I've racked my brain, but I just can't remember his name. brain rack your brain(s) to try very hard to remember something or to solve a problem |
| 6553 |
a safety health computer expert expert someone who has a particular skill or who knows a lot about a particular subject |
| 6554 |
an expert in radio communications expert expert in on someone who has a particular skill or who knows a lot about a particular subject |
| 6555 |
He's an expert at getting served in a crowded bar. expert expert at someone who has a particular skill or who knows a lot about a particular subject |
| 6556 |
expert workmanship expert showing special skill or knowledge |
| 6557 |
He's an expert skier. expert showing special skill or knowledge |
| 6558 |
Over the years we've become quite expert at dealing with these sorts of problems. expert expert at showing special skill or knowledge |
| 6559 |
The British royal family are still less than expert in handling the media. expert expert in showing special skill or knowledge |
| 6560 |
training your dog under expert guidance expert expert help or advice is given by someone who has a lot of skill or knowledge |
| 6561 |
Experiments show that many plants tolerate a wide range of light conditions. experiment a scientific test to find out what happens to someone or something in particular conditions |
| 6562 |
laboratory experiments using electric shocks experiment a scientific test to find out what happens to someone or something in particular conditions |
| 6563 |
a series of experiments on animals experiment experiment on with a scientific test to find out what happens to someone or something in particular conditions |
| 6564 |
Researchers now need to conduct further experiments. experiment do carry out conduct perform an experiment a scientific test to find out what happens to someone or something in particular conditions |
| 6565 |
Let's try an experiment – we'll only use the Internet at weekends. experiment an occasion when you test a new idea, method, or activity to find out what the result will be |
| 6566 |
an experiment in tax reform experiment experiment in an occasion when you test a new idea, method, or activity to find out what the result will be |
| 6567 |
Experiment is necessary to find a treatment that suits you. experiment the process of testing various ideas, methods, or activities to see what effect they have |
| 6568 |
a designer who is not afraid to experiment experiment to try new ideas, methods, or activities in order to find out what results they will have |
| 6569 |
She likes experimenting with different hairstyles. experiment experiment with to try new ideas, methods, or activities in order to find out what results they will have |
| 6570 |
This lab doesn't experiment on animals. experiment experiment on with to perform scientific tests in order to find out what happens to someone or something in particular conditions |
| 6571 |
The floor was covered in tiny bits of paper. tiny extremely small |
| 6572 |
She is one of a tiny minority of female motoring journalists. tiny extremely small |
| 6573 |
a tiny little house tiny tiny little extremely small |
| 6574 |
Her English was perfect. perfect as good, correct, or accurate as it is possible to be |
| 6575 |
These recipes give perfect results every time. perfect as good, correct, or accurate as it is possible to be |
| 6576 |
It seemed like the perfect gift. perfect completely suitable or right for someone |
| 6577 |
Their house is absolutely perfect for parties and barbecues. perfect perfect for completely suitable or right for someone |
| 6578 |
The equipment was in perfect condition. perfect with no parts missing, damaged, or spoiled |
| 6579 |
His skin was perfect. perfect with no parts missing, damaged, or spoiled |
| 6580 |
He behaved like the perfect gentleman all evening. perfect used for emphasizing how much someone has of a particular quality |
| 6581 |
I don't want to share a room with a perfect stranger. perfect used for emphasizing how much someone has of a particular quality |
| 6582 |
What he said was perfect nonsense. perfect used for emphasis generally |
| 6583 |
In a perfect world, each patient would see their doctor daily, but we just don't have the resources. perfect in a perfect world used for saying what would happen if the situation was exactly the way that you wanted it to be |
| 6584 |
Gemma spent hours trying to perfect her technique. perfect to make something completely free from faults, or as good as it can be |
| 6585 |
Dave said good night to everyone and quickly disappeared upstairs. disappear if someone or something disappears, they move somewhere where they can no longer be seen |
| 6586 |
The moon disappeared behind the clouds. disappear if someone or something disappears, they move somewhere where they can no longer be seen |
| 6587 |
She was still waving as the train disappeared from view. disappear disappear from view if someone or something disappears, they move somewhere where they can no longer be seen |
| 6588 |
The symptoms should disappear within a few days. disappear to no longer happen or exist |
| 6589 |
The letter I had left on my desk had disappeared. disappear to be impossible to find |
| 6590 |
the thousands of people who have disappeared in the war disappear to be impossible to find |
| 6591 |
She disappeared from a London hotel on Monday and has not been seen since. disappear disappear from to be impossible to find |
| 6592 |
The couple disappeared without trace while on holiday in France. disappear disappear without trace disappear into thin air (=disappear completely) to be impossible to find |
| 6593 |
Mr Hills showed initiative and bravery when dealing with a dangerous situation. initiative the ability to decide in an independent way what to do and when to do it |
| 6594 |
Employees are encouraged to use their initiative if faced with a problem. initiative use your initiative the ability to decide in an independent way what to do and when to do it |
| 6595 |
He developed the plan on his own initiative. initiative on your own initiative (=without other people telling you to do something) the ability to decide in an independent way what to do and when to do it |
| 6596 |
a number of initiatives designed to address the problem of child poverty initiative an important action that is intended to solve a problem |
| 6597 |
She would have to take the initiative in order to improve their relationship. initiative take the initiative the opportunity to take action before other people do |
| 6598 |
We have lost the initiative and allowed our opponents to dominate the discussion. initiative lose gain seize the initiative the opportunity to take action before other people do |
| 6599 |
That's the most pathetic excuse I've ever heard. pathetic useless or not effective in an annoying way |
| 6600 |
He made a pathetic attempt to explain his failure. pathetic useless or not effective in an annoying way |
| 6601 |
The child looked so small and pathetic. pathetic if someone or something looks or sounds pathetic, you feel sympathy for them |
| 6602 |
a pathetic story pathetic if someone or something looks or sounds pathetic, you feel sympathy for them |
| 6603 |
Your argument is based on a completely false assumption. assumption something that you consider likely to be true even though no one has told you directly or even though you have no proof |
| 6604 |
There is an assumption that all the people who live around here are rich. assumption assumption that something that you consider likely to be true even though no one has told you directly or even though you have no proof |
| 6605 |
People tend to make assumptions about you based on your appearance. assumption make an assumption (=make a decision based on poor evidence) something that you consider likely to be true even though no one has told you directly or even though you have no proof |
| 6606 |
The law works on the assumption that it is preferable for children to be with their mother. assumption on the assumption that something that you consider likely to be true even though no one has told you directly or even though you have no proof |
| 6607 |
the assumption of adult responsibilities assumption a process in which you begin to use your power or status, or begin to be responsible for something |
| 6608 |
Do you have a photograph of your children? photograph photograph of a picture of something that you make with a camera. In spoken language people usually say photo |
| 6609 |
We took lots of photographs on holiday. photograph take a photograph a picture of something that you make with a camera. In spoken language people usually say photo |
| 6610 |
They were photographed shaking hands. photograph to take a photograph of someone or something |
| 6611 |
the Dutch foreign ministry ministry a government department in the UK and some other countries, or the building from which it operates |
| 6612 |
the Ministry of Defence ministry ministry of a government department in the UK and some other countries, or the building from which it operates |
| 6613 |
During his ministry he improved the church's local image. ministry the profession or work of a church minister |
| 6614 |
His resignation came on the final day of the party congress. congress a large meeting of members of a political group |
| 6615 |
an international conservation congress congress a formal meeting of representatives, for example from different nations or scientific organizations, to discuss ideas, make plans, or solve problems |
| 6616 |
a new peace initiative approved by Mexico's congress congress a group of people who are chosen or elected to make laws in some countries |
| 6617 |
Don't you love me anymore? anymore used when talking or asking about a situation that has ended, or about something that someone has stopped doing |
| 6618 |
They don't live here anymore. anymore used when talking or asking about a situation that has ended, or about something that someone has stopped doing |
| 6619 |
My little boy is having difficulty with his reading. reading the process of recognizing written or printed words and understanding their meaning |
| 6620 |
a test for assessing children's reading skills reading relating to the process of reading |
| 6621 |
I haven't done much reading lately. reading the act of reading or studying a book, newspaper, document etc |
| 6622 |
Included in the book are suggestions for background reading. reading background reading (=books, articles etc containing general information about a subject) the act of reading or studying a book, newspaper, document etc |
| 6623 |
This report is my bedtime reading at the moment. reading something that you read |
| 6624 |
The prisoners have limited reading material. reading reading material matter something that you read |
| 6625 |
We attended the reading of my uncle's will. reading an event at which someone reads something to a group of people |
| 6626 |
She is giving a poetry reading tonight. reading give a reading an event at which someone reads something to a group of people |
| 6627 |
This morning's reading is from the Old Testament. reading something that someone reads to a group of people, for example at a public event or religious ceremony |
| 6628 |
The magnetism in the rock could produce distorted compass readings. reading a number or amount shown on a piece of measuring equipment |
| 6629 |
a modern reading of Freud's work reading a particular way of thinking about a situation, statement, or event |
| 6630 |
The latest survey makes grim reading. reading make (for) interesting tedious etc reading to be interesting boring etc to read |
| 6631 |
The park and river are full of litter. litter things such as pieces of paper that people have dropped on the ground in a public place, making it untidy |
| 6632 |
the litter of old newspapers on his desk litter an untidy pile of things |
| 6633 |
Paper cups littered the ground. litter to be spread around a place in large numbers |
| 6634 |
The room was littered with broken glass. litter to be spread around a place in large numbers |
| 6635 |
The history of pop music is littered with disputes between songwriting partners. litter if something is littered with things, there are many of them in it |
| 6636 |
research scientists scientist someone who is trained in science, especially someone whose job is to do scientific research |
| 6637 |
Simon loves fast cars. fast able to move quickly |
| 6638 |
a chance for runners to show how fast they are fast able to move quickly |
| 6639 |
It was quite a fast journey. fast done quickly |
| 6640 |
a fast drive run fast done quickly |
| 6641 |
We were expected to work at a fast pace. fast a fast pace tempo speed done quickly |
| 6642 |
The government has promised a fast response to the crisis. fast done without waiting or delaying |
| 6643 |
We need fast and effective action to combat this problem. fast done without waiting or delaying |
| 6644 |
I'm usually quite a fast learner. fast a fast reader learner doing or able to do something quickly |
| 6645 |
The pace of the game was fast. fast exciting, with a lot of different things happening in a short time |
| 6646 |
My watch is a few minutes fast. fast if a clock is fast, it shows a time that is later than the correct time |
| 6647 |
The game was fast and furious. fast fast and furious used about situations in which a lot of different things happen very fast, one after the other |
| 6648 |
Political changes have been fast and furious since the coup. fast fast and furious used about situations in which a lot of different things happen very fast, one after the other |
| 6649 |
She slipped the rope round a post and made it fast. fast make something fast to fix something somewhere so that it cannot move |
| 6650 |
We drove as fast as we could to the hospital. fast quickly |
| 6651 |
I can't run very fast. fast quickly |
| 6652 |
Can't you work any faster? fast quickly |
| 6653 |
The business has grown very fast. fast over a short period of time |
| 6654 |
This company is fast becoming a major exporter of computer software. fast fast becoming developing disappearing etc over a short period of time |
| 6655 |
You need to get help fast! fast without waiting or delaying |
| 6656 |
We got there as fast as we could. fast without waiting or delaying |
| 6657 |
She held fast to the railings and refused to move. fast firmly and strongly or tightly |
| 6658 |
The van was stuck fast in the mud. fast firmly and strongly or tightly |
| 6659 |
Critics say that the reforms are going nowhere fast. fast be getting going nowhere fast to be making very little progress |
| 6660 |
She tumbled into bed, and within seconds was fast asleep. fast fast asleep sleeping in a way that makes it difficult to wake you |
| 6661 |
Not so fast. Calm down and stay where you are. fast not so fast used when you are telling someone to wait and not be too quick to do something or believe something |
| 6662 |
Inspectors will examine the accounts very closely. closely in a way that involves careful attention to every detail |
| 6663 |
The movement of information across the border was closely regulated. closely in a very careful and strict way |
| 6664 |
We are all working closely with each other. closely in a way that involves sharing ideas, thoughts, or feelings |
| 6665 |
The Northern Ireland economy is closely linked to that of the rest of the United Kingdom. closely in a way that is very similar to something or has an obvious or strong connection with it |
| 6666 |
Soldiers will train under conditions that more closely resemble real combat. closely closely resemble something in a way that is very similar to something or has an obvious or strong connection with it |
| 6667 |
She left the room, closely followed by her husband. closely closely followed by with very little time or distance between one thing and another |
| 6668 |
The box was covered with a thin layer of dust. thin a thin object or material has only a short distance between two opposite sides, edges, or surfaces |
| 6669 |
There's a thin crack in the glass. thin a thin object or material has only a short distance between two opposite sides, edges, or surfaces |
| 6670 |
Cut the cucumbers and tomatoes into thin slices. thin a thin object or material has only a short distance between two opposite sides, edges, or surfaces |
| 6671 |
thin lips thin someone with thin features has a long narrow mouth, nose etc |
| 6672 |
Charles was thin and very tall. thin someone who is thin has very little fat on their body |
| 6673 |
She has been ill and is much too thin. thin someone who is thin has very little fat on their body |
| 6674 |
thin bony arms thin a thin part of the body has very little fat on it |
| 6675 |
a thin moustache thin thin hair, fur, or plants do not look solid because there are spaces between the individual hairs or leaves |
| 6676 |
a plate of meat covered with thin gravy thin a thin liquid contains mostly water, so that it flows easily |
| 6677 |
Dexter won by a thin margin (=a small number of votes, points etc). thin small in number or amount |
| 6678 |
I heard a thin high cry. thin a thin voice or sound is high and unpleasant to listen to |
| 6679 |
In the mountains, the air is thinner. thin thin air has less oxygen in it than usual |
| 6680 |
If you have a thin skin, you'll never survive in politics. thin have a thin skin to be very sensitive to criticism or insults |
| 6681 |
The climbers seem to have disappeared into thin air. thin into thin air if something disappears into thin air, it disappears suddenly in a mysterious way |
| 6682 |
He's on thin ice with those accusations. thin (skating) on thin ice doing something dangerous, or something that could have an unpleasant result |
| 6683 |
I can't just make money appear out of thin air. thin out of from thin air if something appears from thin air, it appears suddenly in a mysterious way |
| 6684 |
Such experienced nurses are thin on the ground. thin thin on the ground not available in large amounts or numbers |
| 6685 |
Dad is starting to look a little thin on top. thin thin on top losing your hair |
| 6686 |
Sales have decreased and we've decided to thin our workforce. thin to make something smaller in number, amount, or size |
| 6687 |
Police thinned down the crowd. thin to make something smaller in number, amount, or size |
| 6688 |
a man with grey thinning hair thin if someone's hair thins, they gradually lose the hair from their head |
| 6689 |
Cut the cheese thin, so that it melts. thin in a way that produces a thin layer or piece of something |
| 6690 |
He secured widespread support among the party's senior members. secure to get or achieve something important |
| 6691 |
We are seeking their assistance in securing the release of the hostages. secure secure someone's release (=make it possible for someone such as a prisoner to have their freedom) to get or achieve something important |
| 6692 |
The team secured their second victory of the season. secure secure a victory to get or achieve something important |
| 6693 |
A police escort secured the route of the American president. secure to make an area or building safe |
| 6694 |
We have done our best to secure the embassy against terrorist attacks. secure to make an area or building safe |
| 6695 |
Screws secure the steel bars to the window frame. secure to hold something firmly in place by tying or fastening it |
| 6696 |
a pile of letters secured with a piece of string secure to hold something firmly in place by tying or fastening it |
| 6697 |
The loan is secured by a mortgage on our house. secure to get money from a bank or from a person by agreeing to give them goods or property if you cannot return the money |
| 6698 |
Make your home more secure with our burglar alarm system. secure safe from attack, harm, or damage |
| 6699 |
No shop can be completely secure against theft. secure secure against safe from attack, harm, or damage |
| 6700 |
The computer system is secure from intruders. secure secure from safe from attack, harm, or damage |
| 6701 |
She wanted a job with a more secure future. secure a secure situation or job is safe and reliable |
| 6702 |
He believed in putting his money into conservative but secure investments. secure a secure situation or job is safe and reliable |
| 6703 |
Make sure the pictures are secure. secure fastened firmly, in a safe way |
| 6704 |
The important thing is that children feel secure about being loved. secure feeling confident and safe |
| 6705 |
Everyone wants to be financially secure in retirement. secure financially secure in a situation where you do not need to worry |
| 6706 |
Only accredited journalists are permitted in the secure area. secure a secure area or building is guarded so that only specific people can enter or leave it |
| 6707 |
Please make sure that your seat belt is securely fastened. secure |
| 6708 |
Rinse the plates before putting them in the dishwasher. plate a flat round dish that you put food on |
| 6709 |
paper plates plate a flat round dish that you put food on |
| 6710 |
a plate of sandwiches plate plate of the amount of food that a plate will hold |
| 6711 |
There will be a plate at the back for any donations. plate a flat round dish used for collecting money, especially in a church |
| 6712 |
Surgeons covered the wound in his skull with a metal plate. plate a piece of metal put into a part of someone's body to protect it |
| 6713 |
Workers put a steel plate over the hole in the roadway. plate a piece of metal used for covering something, or for joining two parts of something together |
| 6714 |
They welded a large plate to the side of the damaged ship. plate a piece of metal used for covering something, or for joining two parts of something together |
| 6715 |
You can find the serial number on a plate inside the door of the refrigerator. plate a small piece of metal or plastic that is fixed to something and used for showing information such as someone's name or a number |
| 6716 |
The book contains 35 colour plates. plate a picture printed on special paper in a book |
| 6717 |
The match was handed to them on a plate. plate hand something to someone on a plate to make it easy for someone to have or achieve something that they would normally have to work hard to get |
| 6718 |
With three kids and a full-time job, she's got enough on her plate already. plate have a lot enough too much on your plate to have a lot of enough too many things to worry about or deal with |
| 6719 |
It's time they stepped up to the plate and took responsibility for their actions. plate step up to the plate to take responsibility for doing something, even though it is difficult |
| 6720 |
The water collected in a little pool at the bottom of the cliff. pool a small area of still liquid |
| 6721 |
a muddy road dotted with pools of rainwater pool pool of a small area of still liquid |
| 6722 |
a pool of blood pool a small area of still liquid |
| 6723 |
The sun cast a small pool of light on the dirty floor. pool pool of a small area of light |
| 6724 |
recruiting from the graduate pool pool a group of people who are available to work |
| 6725 |
a car pool pool a number or amount of something available for sharing |
| 6726 |
It seemed sensible for us to pool our resources. pool to share something such as money, ideas, equipment etc with a group of people, especially so that they can work more effectively together |
| 6727 |
The kids get two weeks off school at Easter. Easter the holiday period that includes Easter day |
| 6728 |
The picture frames were made of solid gold. gold a valuable yellow metal used for making jewellery |
| 6729 |
22 carat gold gold a valuable yellow metal used for making jewellery |
| 6730 |
Over 80,000 worth of gold was stolen from the safe. gold things such as jewellery and coins that are made of gold |
| 6731 |
So Australia gets the gold and Britain the silver. gold a medal made of gold that is given to the winner of a race |
| 6732 |
We always thought Sally was going to win gold. gold a medal made of gold that is given to the winner of a race |
| 6733 |
That girl is pure gold. gold used for saying that someone or something is very good or valuable |
| 6734 |
The boat was painted in black and gold. gold the colour of gold |
| 6735 |
the reds and golds of the autumn foliage gold the colour of gold |
| 6736 |
Anyone coming here in search of a pot of gold is going to be disappointed. gold a pot crock of gold a large amount of money that will make someone rich for ever |
| 6737 |
The sky was gold and blue in the east. gold something that is gold is the colour of gold |
| 6738 |
blue fabric decorated with gold stars gold something that is gold is the colour of gold |
| 6739 |
gold jewellery coins gold made of gold |
| 6740 |
a gold ring chain watch gold made of gold |
| 6741 |
The main emphasis should be on quality rather than quantity. emphasis emphasis on special importance or attention that is given to one thing in particular |
| 6742 |
We place great emphasis on staff development. emphasis special importance or attention that is given to one thing in particular |
| 6743 |
We should place greater emphasis on staff development. emphasis place lay put emphasis on something special importance or attention that is given to one thing in particular |
| 6744 |
'I will not!' she said with emphasis. emphasis the extra loudness with which you say a particular phrase, word, or part of a word so that people give special attention to it |
| 6745 |
The emphasis is usually on the first syllable. emphasis emphasis on the extra loudness with which you say a particular phrase, word, or part of a word so that people give special attention to it |
| 6746 |
Twenty years later he could still clearly recall the event. recall to remember something |
| 6747 |
I seem to recall that you said you would do that yesterday. recall recall (that) to remember something |
| 6748 |
Stephen frowned, trying to recall what had happened. recall recall who where why etc to remember something |
| 6749 |
I don't recall seeing the document. recall recall doing something to remember something |
| 6750 |
The music recalls memories of childhood. recall to make you feel or experience something that you have felt or experienced in the past |
| 6751 |
He was recalled to active duty in the Royal Navy. recall to order someone to return to their country or the place where they work, especially someone who works for their government |
| 6752 |
Spain immediately recalled its ambassador for consultations. recall to order someone to return to their country or the place where they work, especially someone who works for their government |
| 6753 |
He was recalled to the team for the match against England. recall recall someone to something to choose a sports player to be in a team again after a period when they have not been in it |
| 6754 |
As I recall, he was quite a good friend of Mike's. recall as (far as) I recall used for telling someone what you remember about a particular event, person etc |
| 6755 |
She has almost total recall of her conversations with the President. recall the ability to remember something |
| 6756 |
The company ordered a recall of all 2,600 cars already sold. recall an occasion when a company asks people to return a product because there is something wrong with it |
| 6757 |
The recall of an ambassador is a serious diplomatic action. recall an occasion when someone is ordered to return to their country or the place where they work |
| 6758 |
All those years, vanished beyond recall, seemed utterly wasted. recall beyond recall impossible to have or experience again |
| 6759 |
'Stop!' he shouted. shout to say something in a loud voice |
| 6760 |
'I want to go now,' Danny shouted at the top of his voice. shout shout at the top of your voice (=as loudly as you can) to say something in a loud voice |
| 6761 |
We shouted across to the driver to tell him to switch off the engine. shout shout to someone to use a loud voice when you want someone far away to hear you |
| 6762 |
Donna shouted at the men furiously. shout shout at someone something to use a loud voice when you are angry |
| 6763 |
As she left the court, she shouted insults at the police. shout shout insults abuse (at someone) to use a loud voice when you are angry |
| 6764 |
Some of the patients were screaming and shouting at the nurses. shout scream and shout (at someone something) to use a loud voice when you are angry |
| 6765 |
A man in the next bed was shouting wildly in pain. shout to make a sudden loud noise because you are afraid or are feeling pain |
| 6766 |
Failing your French exam is nothing to shout about. shout shout about to show that you are happy or proud of something |
| 6767 |
He's clearly not afraid to shout about his achievements. shout to show that you are happy or proud of something |
| 6768 |
The election is now all over bar the shouting. shout all over bar the shouting used for saying that something has nearly finished and it is obvious what the final result, effect etc will be |
| 6769 |
He wanted to shout his love from the rooftops. shout shout something from the rooftops to tell everyone about something that you are very happy about or are proud of |
| 6770 |
They could hear angry shouts coming from the kitchen. shout the sound of someone shouting, or the words that they shout |
| 6771 |
People were greeting each other, and there were shouts of laughter. shout shout of the sound of someone shouting, or the words that they shout |
| 6772 |
The Benetton team is still in with a shout for Sunday's race. shout be in with a shout to have a chance of winning |
| 6773 |
Give me a shout when it's ready. shout give someone a shout to go and tell someone something |
| 6774 |
Put your money away. It's my shout. shout someone's shout someone's turn to pay for something, especially drinks |
| 6775 |
The business is not generating enough revenue to cover its costs. generate to make money |
| 6776 |
Millions of pounds are generated for the arts by the national lottery. generate to make money |
| 6777 |
The new car factory will generate a lot of jobs in the area. generate to create jobs or work |
| 6778 |
The advertising campaign generated a lot of interest in our work. generate to make a lot of people express feelings or opinions about something |
| 6779 |
the controversy generated by the report generate to make a lot of people express feelings or opinions about something |
| 6780 |
75% of France's electricity is generated by nuclear reactors. generate to produce power |
| 6781 |
computer-generated animation generate if a computer generates a report, image etc, it produces it |
| 6782 |
We have not found a suitable location for the new offices. location the place or position where someone or something is or where something happens |
| 6783 |
Have they managed to pinpoint the location of the boat yet? location the place or position where someone or something is or where something happens |
| 6784 |
The talks are taking place at a secret location. location a secret undisclosed location the place or position where someone or something is or where something happens |
| 6785 |
Location of replacement parts is very difficult. location the process of finding out the place where someone or something is |
| 6786 |
The castle has also been used as a film location. location a place where a film or TV programme is made away from a studio |
| 6787 |
a thriller filmed entirely on location location on location a place where a film or TV programme is made away from a studio |
| 6788 |
She displayed some of her paintings at the local arts festival. display to put something in a particular place so that people can see it easily |
| 6789 |
Could you display this poster in your window? display to put something in a particular place so that people can see it easily |
| 6790 |
From an early age he displayed a talent for singing. display to show a feeling, quality, or attitude by the way you behave |
| 6791 |
An error message is displayed if invalid information is entered. display to show information on a computer screen |
| 6792 |
a window display display an arrangement of things for people to look at |
| 6793 |
a unique display of ancient artefacts display display of an arrangement of things for people to look at |
| 6794 |
a firework display display a performance that is intended to entertain people |
| 6795 |
a thrilling display of footballing skills display display of a performance that is intended to entertain people |
| 6796 |
Displays of emotion disgusted her. display display of an occasion when someone shows a particular feeling, quality, or attitude |
| 6797 |
a very public display of Anglo-American unity display an occasion when someone shows a particular feeling, quality, or attitude |
| 6798 |
Her work is on display at the gallery. display on display in a place that is able to be seen by many people |
| 6799 |
The costumes were placed on display at the museum. display place put something on display in a place that is able to be seen by many people |
| 6800 |
These paints can withstand heat up to 200 degrees. heat the quality of being hot, or the degree to which something is hot |
| 6801 |
The firefighters were driven back by the intense heat and smoke. heat the quality of being hot, or the degree to which something is hot |
| 6802 |
He could feel the heat of the sun on his back. heat heat of the quality of being hot, or the degree to which something is hot |
| 6803 |
insulation to prevent heat loss heat relating to heat |
| 6804 |
the heat haze shimmering over the sands heat relating to heat |
| 6805 |
They were unable to work in the blistering heat. heat very hot weather |
| 6806 |
The local people get out of the city to escape the summer heat. heat very hot weather |
| 6807 |
Only tourists were wandering about in the heat of the day. heat the heat of the day (=the hottest part of the day) very hot weather |
| 6808 |
Bring the mixture to the boil; then reduce the heat. heat the amount of heat produced by an oven or a heating system |
| 6809 |
I turned the heat down a little. heat turn the heat up down on off the amount of heat produced by an oven or a heating system |
| 6810 |
Take the pan off the heat. heat the place where the heat in an oven or on a hob comes from |
| 6811 |
These chemical processes generate a lot of heat. heat the energy that is produced when the temperature of something changes |
| 6812 |
The cottage had no heat or water. heat the heating system in a building |
| 6813 |
He felt the heat of my glare. heat strong and angry feelings |
| 6814 |
Professional counselling is one way of taking the heat out of getting a divorce. heat take the heat out of something strong and angry feelings |
| 6815 |
the second heat of the 800 metres heat a game or race at the start of a competition. The winners of the heats then compete against each other at the next stage |
| 6816 |
Many producers are beginning to feel the heat from their larger customers. heat pressure and criticism intended to force someone to do what you want |
| 6817 |
We need to keep the heat on. heat put keep the heat on (someone) pressure and criticism intended to force someone to do what you want |
| 6818 |
The heat was really on at work. heat the heat is on used for saying that you are under a lot of pressure to do something |
| 6819 |
In the heat of the debate, she forgot to be nervous. heat in during the heat of something at the busiest time, or during the most difficult part of something |
| 6820 |
We both said things we didn't mean in the heat of the moment. heat in the heat of the moment at a time when you are too angry or excited to think carefully |
| 6821 |
Heat the oil gently in a large frying pan. heat to make something hot |
| 6822 |
Is the soup heating? heat to become hot |
| 6823 |
a gang armed with machine guns gun a weapon that shoots bullets, for example a pistol or a rifle. You load a gun with ammunition and pull the trigger to use it |
| 6824 |
'Move!' said Cardiff, waving the gun at them. gun a weapon that shoots bullets, for example a pistol or a rifle. You load a gun with ammunition and pull the trigger to use it |
| 6825 |
She found herself looking down the barrel of a gun. gun a weapon that shoots bullets, for example a pistol or a rifle. You load a gun with ammunition and pull the trigger to use it |
| 6826 |
Their police officers all carry guns. gun carry a gun a weapon that shoots bullets, for example a pistol or a rifle. You load a gun with ammunition and pull the trigger to use it |
| 6827 |
He spun around at the noise, drawing his gun. gun draw a gun (=take it out, ready to use) a weapon that shoots bullets, for example a pistol or a rifle. You load a gun with ammunition and pull the trigger to use it |
| 6828 |
He pointed the gun directly at me. gun aim point a gun a weapon that shoots bullets, for example a pistol or a rifle. You load a gun with ammunition and pull the trigger to use it |
| 6829 |
Suddenly the officer pulled a gun on them. gun pull a gun on someone (=take out a gun and point it at someone) a weapon that shoots bullets, for example a pistol or a rifle. You load a gun with ammunition and pull the trigger to use it |
| 6830 |
She was learning how to fire a gun. gun fire a gun a weapon that shoots bullets, for example a pistol or a rifle. You load a gun with ammunition and pull the trigger to use it |
| 6831 |
A police gun went off accidentally during a search of his home. gun a gun goes off (=it shoots a bullet) a weapon that shoots bullets, for example a pistol or a rifle. You load a gun with ammunition and pull the trigger to use it |
| 6832 |
He was shot dead in a gun battle with police. gun gun battle a weapon that shoots bullets, for example a pistol or a rifle. You load a gun with ammunition and pull the trigger to use it |
| 6833 |
Enemy guns fired a shell every two or three minutes. gun a large weapon that fires objects like large bullets, for example a cannon or a mortar |
| 6834 |
Our troops came under prolonged bombardment by heavy guns. gun heavy guns a large weapon that fires objects like large bullets, for example a cannon or a mortar |
| 6835 |
a paint glue staple gun gun a tool used for forcing something out of its container using a lot of pressure |
| 6836 |
I would encourage you all to support the staff who are under the gun here. gun under the gun under a lot of pressure and not certain that you will succeed |
| 6837 |
Please shut the door behind you. shut to close something, for example a door, window, or drawer |
| 6838 |
Shut the gate or the dog will get out. shut to close something, for example a door, window, or drawer |
| 6839 |
Don't worry about the curtains – I'll shut them later. shut to close something, for example a door, window, or drawer |
| 6840 |
I heard the front door shut. shut if something such as a door or window shuts, it closes |
| 6841 |
Sandra shut the book and put it down on the table. shut if you shut a book or magazine, you close it so that you only see the cover |
| 6842 |
Let's shut the shop early tonight. shut to close a business at the end of the working day or for a short period of time |
| 6843 |
She shut her ears to all their complaints. shut shut your ears to something to refuse to listen to something, usually something bad |
| 6844 |
We can no longer shut our eyes to what's happening to these children. shut shut your eyes to something to refuse to pay attention to something, usually something bad |
| 6845 |
You'd better shut your mouth! shut shut your mouth face trap gob an offensive way of telling someone to stop talking |
| 6846 |
With the door shut, the room was hot and humid. shut closed |
| 6847 |
She squeezed her eyes shut, hoping he would just go away. shut closed |
| 6848 |
She heard the bedroom window blow shut. shut closed |
| 6849 |
Are all the bars shut in this town? shut closed and not open for business |
| 6850 |
We had a long journey ahead of us. journey an occasion when you travel from one place to another, especially when there is a long distance between the places |
| 6851 |
Our parents wished us a safe journey as we drove away. journey an occasion when you travel from one place to another, especially when there is a long distance between the places |
| 6852 |
It's a seven-hour journey to Boston from here. journey journey to from through etc an occasion when you travel from one place to another, especially when there is a long distance between the places |
| 6853 |
He makes the journey to Moscow three times a year. journey make a journey an occasion when you travel from one place to another, especially when there is a long distance between the places |
| 6854 |
They set off on the long journey home. journey start set out on set off on a journey an occasion when you travel from one place to another, especially when there is a long distance between the places |
| 6855 |
They now faced a twelve-hour train journey. journey train car bus etc journey an occasion when you travel from one place to another, especially when there is a long distance between the places |
| 6856 |
an accident during the return journey journey outward return journey (=the journey away from back to your home) an occasion when you travel from one place to another, especially when there is a long distance between the places |
| 6857 |
a spiritual journey journey a process of changing and developing over a period of time |
| 6858 |
our journey through life journey a process of changing and developing over a period of time |
| 6859 |
In the spring, they journeyed onwards to Mexico City. journey journey to from through etc to travel somewhere |
| 6860 |
The presence of stairs in the ruins implies an upper floor. imply if one thing implies another thing, the other thing is likely to exist or be true |
| 6861 |
The increase in the inflation level implies that wages are rising too fast. imply imply (that) if one thing implies another thing, the other thing is likely to exist or be true |
| 6862 |
An off-road vehicle, as its name implies, is designed for use where there are no roads. imply as the its name implies if one thing implies another thing, the other thing is likely to exist or be true |
| 6863 |
The doctor has stressed that her comments do not imply criticism of the study. imply to suggest that you think something without saying it directly |
| 6864 |
The warning carried an implied threat. imply to suggest that you think something without saying it directly |
| 6865 |
I didn't mean to imply that you were interfering. imply imply (that) to suggest that you think something without saying it directly |
| 6866 |
He had endured years of intimidation and violence. violence violent behaviour |
| 6867 |
an act of senseless violence violence violent behaviour |
| 6868 |
a seminar on pornography and violence against women violence violence against violent behaviour |
| 6869 |
In a recent outbreak of racial violence, 20 people were killed. violence an outbreak of violence (=an occasion when people behave violently) violent behaviour |
| 6870 |
Violence erupted in a number of cities. violence violence erupts violent behaviour |
| 6871 |
The group has been accused of deliberately inciting violence against immigrants. violence incite provoke violence (=deliberately encourage people to be violent) violent behaviour |
| 6872 |
the violence of the storm violence violence of extreme natural force, often causing great damage |
| 6873 |
The violence of her emotions shocked her. violence violence of extreme strength of feelings |
| 6874 |
Is the grass dry enough to cut? dry something that is dry has no water in it or on it |
| 6875 |
Vegetables should be stored in a cool dry place. dry something that is dry has no water in it or on it |
| 6876 |
Wash the lettuce and pat it dry. dry wipe towel pat something dry something that is dry has no water in it or on it |
| 6877 |
Someone walked on the concrete before it was dry. dry used about a liquid such as paint when it has become hard or solid |
| 6878 |
The weather is usually dry and sunny at this time of year. dry dry weather is when there is no rain |
| 6879 |
Tomorrow will be mostly dry. dry used about periods of time |
| 6880 |
warm dry places like southern Spain dry used about regions |
| 6881 |
The chicken was overcooked and dry. dry dry food contains little or no liquid, such as fat or juice |
| 6882 |
All they gave me was some dry bread (=with no butter or anything else on it). dry dry food contains little or no liquid, such as fat or juice |
| 6883 |
The style was too dry for a children's book. dry very serious and boring |
| 6884 |
Can I have a drink? I'm really dry. dry feeling thirsty |
| 6885 |
dry white wine dry dry alcoholic drinks are not sweet |
| 6886 |
We washed and dried all the sheets. dry to remove the water from something by wiping it, heating it, or blowing air onto it |
| 6887 |
Dry your hands on this towel. dry to remove the water from something by wiping it, heating it, or blowing air onto it |
| 6888 |
I usually let my hair dry naturally. dry to become dry |
| 6889 |
Whose turn is it to dry? dry to wipe the water off dishes after they have been washed |
| 6890 |
dried fruit herbs flowers dry to remove the water from food or plants as a way of preserving them |
| 6891 |
Leave the varnish to dry overnight. dry if a liquid such as paint dries, it becomes hard or solid |
| 6892 |
Dry your eyes, darling, it will be OK. dry dry your eyes a kind way of telling someone to stop crying |
| 6893 |
The idea of eating meat fills me with disgust. disgust a very strong feeling of not liking something |
| 6894 |
Half the audience walked out in disgust. disgust in disgust a strong feeling of anger about something that is very bad or immoral |
| 6895 |
To his disgust the couple left without even a word of thanks. disgust (much) to someone's disgust a strong feeling of anger about something that is very bad or immoral |
| 6896 |
Your whole attitude disgusts me. disgust if something disgusts you, it is so bad or immoral that it makes you angry and upset |
| 6897 |
The painting depicts an actual historical event. historical connected with history or with the past |
| 6898 |
There are no historical precedents for a President resigning in mid-term. historical connected with history or with the past |
| 6899 |
The Abbey is a major historical monument. historical connected with history or with the past |
| 6900 |
historical research evidence historical connected with history as a subject of study |
| 6901 |
a question of purely historical interest (=of no importance to people today) historical connected with history as a subject of study |
| 6902 |
The conflict needs to be put in its historical context to be understood. historical connected with history as a subject of study |
| 6903 |
The historical Julius Caesar bore little resemblance to Shakespeare's character. historical used for describing someone or something as they really existed in the past |
| 6904 |
Dan was thrilled with his birthday cake. thrilled thrilled with very pleased and excited |
| 6905 |
I'm not very thrilled about having to do it again. thrilled thrilled about very pleased and excited |
| 6906 |
We are thrilled that Kevin is going to join the team. thrilled thrilled (that) very pleased and excited |
| 6907 |
I was thrilled to see her. thrilled thrilled to do something very pleased and excited |
| 6908 |
I'm thrilled to death about the result. thrilled thrilled to death bits pieces (=extremely thrilled) very pleased and excited |
| 6909 |
Our mathematics curriculum is much broader now. curriculum the subjects that students study at a particular school or college |
| 6910 |
curriculum planning development curriculum the subjects that students study at a particular school or college |
| 6911 |
Latin is no longer on the curriculum. curriculum on the curriculum (=taught as a subject) the subjects that students study at a particular school or college |
| 6912 |
Japanese food Japanese relating to Japan, or its language or culture |
| 6913 |
My sister drives a Japanese car. Japanese relating to Japan, or its language or culture |
| 6914 |
The noise of the machines is deafening. noise a loud or unpleasant sound |
| 6915 |
Please will you stop making so much noise! noise make noise a loud or unpleasant sound |
| 6916 |
The neighbours said that we were making too much noise. noise too much noise a loud or unpleasant sound |
| 6917 |
The dog made a deep growling noise in his throat. noise a sound |
| 6918 |
We heard the noise of breaking glass. noise noise of a sound |
| 6919 |
He made reassuring noises about their financial problems. noise make encouraging sympathetic etc noises to say things to encourage someone, show sympathy etc |
| 6920 |
She makes all the right noises about economic reform. noise make (all) the right noises to say things that make people think you are interested in something |
| 6921 |
We stopped for a light (=small) lunch. lunch a meal that you eat in the middle of the day |
| 6922 |
I'll get a sandwich for lunch. lunch for lunch a meal that you eat in the middle of the day |
| 6923 |
Let's have lunch at that new restaurant. lunch have lunch a meal that you eat in the middle of the day |
| 6924 |
She's usually at lunch from twelve till one. lunch at lunch a meal that you eat in the middle of the day |
| 6925 |
I'll take you out to lunch when I get back. lunch take someone (out) to lunch a meal that you eat in the middle of the day |
| 6926 |
We all want to make the peace process succeed. succeed to achieve something that you planned to do or attempted to do |
| 6927 |
We finally succeeded in getting Marjorie up the stairs. succeed succeed in (doing) something to achieve something that you planned to do or attempted to do |
| 6928 |
They were trying to please us but just succeeded in offending everyone. succeed used for saying that someone's actions have a negative result that is the opposite of what they intended |
| 6929 |
You have 50,000 fans hoping that you succeed in the final. succeed to do well in school, in your career, or in some other activity |
| 6930 |
In today's economy, you need to have very specific skills to succeed. succeed to do well in school, in your career, or in some other activity |
| 6931 |
If you want to succeed in business, think big. succeed succeed in to do well in school, in your career, or in some other activity |
| 6932 |
There is a lot of pressure on children to succeed in school. succeed to do well in school, in your career, or in some other activity |
| 6933 |
In 1649 Turkey's Sultan Ibrahim was succeeded by Mohammed IV. succeed to replace someone in an important or powerful job or position |
| 6934 |
Anderson is expected to succeed Rondell as president of the board. succeed succeed someone as something to replace someone in an important or powerful job or position |
| 6935 |
Embarrassment had now been succeeded by fear. succeed to follow and replace something |
| 6936 |
The page had a line missing from the bottom. bottom the lowest part of something |
| 6937 |
She ran down to the bottom of the hill. bottom bottom of the lowest part of something |
| 6938 |
The date and time are shown at the bottom of your screen. bottom at the bottom (of something) the lowest part of something |
| 6939 |
a pain at the bottom of my back bottom the lowest part of something |
| 6940 |
Read what it says on the bottom of the box. bottom bottom of the lowest surface of an object, on the inside or outside |
| 6941 |
I can't get the bottom of this pan clean. bottom the lowest surface of an object, on the inside or outside |
| 6942 |
Can you touch the bottom? bottom the deepest part of the sea or of a pool, lake, or river |
| 6943 |
creatures that live at the bottom of the sea bottom bottom of the deepest part of the sea or of a pool, lake, or river |
| 6944 |
There's an apple tree at the bottom of our garden. bottom bottom of the part of something that is furthest away from where you are |
| 6945 |
Go to the bottom of the street and turn left. bottom the part of something that is furthest away from where you are |
| 6946 |
a football team that is close to the bottom of the league tables bottom bottom of the lowest level or position, in status or success |
| 6947 |
She started at the bottom and ended up running the company. bottom start at the bottom the lowest level or position, in status or success |
| 6948 |
Try to keep the baby's bottom dry. bottom the part of your body that you sit on |
| 6949 |
I usually just wear jogging bottoms and a T-shirt. bottom the trousers of a set of loose clothes or sports clothes. The other part is called the top |
| 6950 |
pyjama bottoms bottom the trousers of a set of loose clothes or sports clothes. The other part is called the top |
| 6951 |
Most of these arguments are, at bottom, motivated by a fear of change. bottom at bottom used when explaining the basic cause or nature of something |
| 6952 |
His jealousy is at the bottom of most of our problems. bottom be at the bottom of something to be the true cause of something |
| 6953 |
Analysts are warning that the bottom could soon fall out of the market. bottom the bottom drops out of falls out of something used for saying that something stops being successful or stops making money, often because people stop buying a product |
| 6954 |
I'm sorry, and I mean that from the bottom of my heart. bottom from the bottom of my heart used for emphasizing that you are very sincere about something |
| 6955 |
She was determined to get to the bottom of what went wrong. bottom get to the bottom of something to find out the true cause or explanation of a bad situation |
| 6956 |
Property prices are still falling, and show no signs of bottoming out. bottom bottom out if something such as an economy or price bottoms out, it reaches its lowest level before starting to improve again |
| 6957 |
She sat on the bottom step. bottom in the lowest place or part |
| 6958 |
the bottom half of the page bottom in the lowest place or part |
| 6959 |
Click on the 'Start' button in the bottom left-hand corner of the screen. bottom in the lowest place or part |
| 6960 |
We should be able to beat the bottom team in the league. bottom at the lowest level or position, in status or success |
| 6961 |
people in the bottom 25% of the earnings table bottom at the lowest level or position, in status or success |
| 6962 |
In the last spelling test, I came bottom. bottom come bottom (=get the worst result in a test or examination) at the lowest level or position, in status or success |
| 6963 |
At the initial stage of the project not everyone had access to a computer. initial initial stage phase happening at the beginning of a process, or when you first see or hear about something |
| 6964 |
My initial reaction was to panic. initial initial reaction response impression happening at the beginning of a process, or when you first see or hear about something |
| 6965 |
There is an initial charge of twenty pounds. initial used about the first of several things |
| 6966 |
He carries a leather case with his initials stamped on it. initial the first letters of all someone's names |
| 6967 |
Love and honour are the main themes of the book. theme theme of the main subject of something such as a book, speech, art exhibition, or discussion |
| 6968 |
Musical instruments are a recurrent theme in his still life paintings. theme a recurrent recurring theme (=one that occurs several times) the main subject of something such as a book, speech, art exhibition, or discussion |
| 6969 |
Good child care was the central theme of the conference. theme a central main common underlying theme the main subject of something such as a book, speech, art exhibition, or discussion |
| 6970 |
the theme from the film Rocky theme a short piece of music that is played at the beginning and end of a radio or television programme or a film |
| 6971 |
In the future parents may be able to choose their children's physical characteristics. characteristic a particular quality or feature that is typical of someone or something |
| 6972 |
A purple rash is one of the distinguishing characteristics of the disease. characteristic the main defining distinguishing characteristic a particular quality or feature that is typical of someone or something |
| 6973 |
Saffron gives the rice in this dish its characteristic yellow colour. characteristic typical of someone or something |
| 6974 |
Sue answered with her characteristic frankness. characteristic typical of someone or something |
| 6975 |
The white stone houses are characteristic of the island. characteristic characteristic of typical of someone or something |
| 6976 |
His speech was characteristically dull. characteristic |
| 6977 |
My TV's getting pretty old now. pretty fairly |
| 6978 |
Tom looks pretty tired. pretty fairly |
| 6979 |
The weather's been pretty awful, hasn't it? pretty very |
| 6980 |
I can see they've made a pretty good job of it. pretty pretty good very |
| 6981 |
They look pretty much the same, don't they? pretty pretty much well nearly almost |
| 6982 |
I can pretty well guarantee that he'll be back in time. pretty pretty much well nearly almost |
| 6983 |
He has a very pretty wife. pretty a pretty girl or woman is good-looking in a fairly ordinary way and has a nice face. Beautiful is a stronger word, used to describe someone who is unusually attractive and has perfect good looks |
| 6984 |
The band seemed to be just another bunch of pretty boys with no talent. pretty a pretty boy or young man is attractive in a way that is more typical of a girl or woman |
| 6985 |
That's a very pretty dress you're wearing. pretty a pretty place, building, or object is attractive, especially in a delicate way, but not really beautiful or impressive |
| 6986 |
It's one of the prettiest villages on the south coast. pretty a pretty place, building, or object is attractive, especially in a delicate way, but not really beautiful or impressive |
| 6987 |
a pretty little cottage pretty a pretty place, building, or object is attractive, especially in a delicate way, but not really beautiful or impressive |
| 6988 |
He is sitting pretty with a 10% lead in the opinion polls over his nearest rival. pretty be sitting pretty to be in a good situation, especially when other people are not |
| 6989 |
This kind of injury is really not a pretty sight. pretty not a pretty sight used for saying that something is very unpleasant to look at |
| 6990 |
an empty jar empty containing nothing |
| 6991 |
His pockets were empty. empty containing nothing |
| 6992 |
There were no empty spaces in the car park. empty an empty space containing nothing |
| 6993 |
an empty room empty containing no people |
| 6994 |
Emma's flat stood empty for six months. empty stand empty containing no people |
| 6995 |
The beach was really empty. empty containing very few people or things |
| 6996 |
the early morning, when the streets are empty of traffic empty empty of containing very few people or things |
| 6997 |
Her life felt empty and meaningless. empty lacking emotion, interest, or purpose |
| 6998 |
a voice totally empty of expression empty lacking emotion, interest, or purpose |
| 6999 |
an empty gesture empty used about things that people do that have no real effect |
| 7000 |
He ordered her to empty her pockets. empty to make something empty by taking everything out of it |
| 7001 |
When was the last time those ashtrays were emptied? empty to make something empty by taking everything out of it |
| 7002 |
Empty the box of its contents. empty empty something of something to make something empty by taking everything out of it |
| 7003 |
David opened the jar and emptied the sauce into a bowl. empty empty something into onto something to take everything out of a container and put it somewhere else |
| 7004 |
The stadium quickly began to empty. empty if a place empties, all the people in it leave |
| 7005 |
a striking colour combination combination something that combines several things |
| 7006 |
a combination of text, illustration, and graphics combination combination of something that combines several things |
| 7007 |
an unusual combination of circumstances combination something that combines several things |
| 7008 |
Never take this medicine in combination with alcohol. combination in combination (with someone something) the process of putting, using, or mixing things together |
| 7009 |
I bought a combination fax, copier, and printer. combination capable of being used for two or more purposes |
| 7010 |
combination chemotherapy combination using several types of treatment or drugs |
| 7011 |
I've forgotten the combination. combination a series of numbers or letters used for operating a combination lock |
| 7012 |
a messy kitchen office bedroom messy very untidy or dirty |
| 7013 |
Politics has always been a messy business. messy complicated, difficult, and unpleasant to deal with |
| 7014 |
a messy divorce relationship messy complicated, difficult, and unpleasant to deal with |
| 7015 |
The Catholic interpretation of the Bible is slightly different. interpretation interpretation of an explanation of the meaning or importance of something |
| 7016 |
It must have looked suspicious – I wonder what sort of interpretation he put on it. interpretation put an interpretation on something an explanation of the meaning or importance of something |
| 7017 |
He was best known for his interpretation of folk music. interpretation interpretation of a way of performing a piece of music, a part in a play etc that shows how you understand it and feel about it |
| 7018 |
Beckett's play is open to various interpretations. interpretation be open to interpretation if something is open to interpretation, its intended meaning is not clear and people may have different opinions about it |
| 7019 |
My brother can help. At least we can rely on him. rely to trust someone or something to do something for you |
| 7020 |
Sometimes you just have to rely on your own judgment. rely to trust someone or something to do something for you |
| 7021 |
Can we rely on him to support us? rely rely on someone something to do something to trust someone or something to do something for you |
| 7022 |
an industry that relies heavily on government contracts rely to need something in order to continue living, existing, or operating |
| 7023 |
The museum relies on voluntary donations to keep open. rely rely on something to do something to need something in order to continue living, existing, or operating |
| 7024 |
Three people died in the fire, but John escaped through the bedroom window. escape to get away from a place where you are in danger |
| 7025 |
His family escaped from Germany and arrived in Britain in 1938. escape escape from to get away from a place where you are in danger |
| 7026 |
people trying to escape poverty escape to get away from a very unpleasant situation |
| 7027 |
She saw university as a way to escape from her oppressive home life. escape escape from to get away from a very unpleasant situation |
| 7028 |
She was shot while trying to escape. escape to get away from a place that you are not allowed to leave, for example a prison |
| 7029 |
Maggie started talking to me and I thought I'd never escape. escape to get away from an embarrassing or annoying situation |
| 7030 |
He was trying to escape the clutches of two amorous young girls. escape escape someone's clutches to get away from an embarrassing or annoying situation |
| 7031 |
Two security guards escaped injury in the attack. escape to avoid being killed or seriously injured in an accident or attack |
| 7032 |
Mr Smith escaped with cuts and bruises. escape escape with to avoid being killed or seriously injured in an accident or attack |
| 7033 |
Her two-week-old baby escaped unscathed. escape escape unhurt unharmed unscathed to avoid being killed or seriously injured in an accident or attack |
| 7034 |
He was lucky to escape with his life. escape escape with your life (=avoid being killed) to avoid being killed or seriously injured in an accident or attack |
| 7035 |
The area has escaped the ravages of war. escape to avoid a difficult or unpleasant situation |
| 7036 |
Hughes seems certain to escape punishment. escape to avoid a difficult or unpleasant situation |
| 7037 |
Durham narrowly escaped defeat in their first match of the season. escape narrowly escape to avoid a difficult or unpleasant situation |
| 7038 |
The cinema allowed people to escape from the depressing realities of their lives. escape escape from to avoid thinking about or dealing with an unpleasant situation that you are in |
| 7039 |
His name escapes me right now. escape if something escapes you, you cannot remember it or you do not notice it |
| 7040 |
It seems to have escaped him that I was the one who first introduced him to her. escape if something escapes you, you cannot remember it or you do not notice it |
| 7041 |
It had not escaped my attention that Joseph was absent. escape escape your attention notice if something escapes you, you cannot remember it or you do not notice it |
| 7042 |
How will we know if there's any gas escaping? escape to come out of a container, usually by accident |
| 7043 |
About five tonnes of crude oil had escaped into the sea. escape to come out of a container, usually by accident |
| 7044 |
A weary sigh escaped from her lips. escape to come out of your mouth, although you did not intend it to |
| 7045 |
We're hoping to escape to the Algarve in May. escape to go away on holiday |
| 7046 |
He had no means of escape from his debts. escape escape from an act of avoiding or getting away from a person, place, or bad situation |
| 7047 |
There was now only a slim chance of escape. escape chance hope of escape an act of avoiding or getting away from a person, place, or bad situation |
| 7048 |
She was relieved to make her escape from the meeting. escape make your escape an act of avoiding or getting away from a person, place, or bad situation |
| 7049 |
Make sure you are aware of possible escape routes from your hotel room. escape escape route an act of avoiding or getting away from a person, place, or bad situation |
| 7050 |
He used alcohol as a means of escape. escape a way of helping yourself to stop thinking about an unpleasant situation that you are in |
| 7051 |
There was a rapid escape of gas. escape escape of an amount of gas or liquid that escapes from a container |
| 7052 |
Press escape to return to the main menu. escape the escape key on a computer |
| 7053 |
A couple had a narrow escape when a tree fell just in front of their car. escape have a narrow lucky escape to avoid being killed or seriously injured only because you were lucky or made a very big effort |
| 7054 |
crappy food crappy very bad |
| 7055 |
No one scored in the first half. score to get a point in a game or sport |
| 7056 |
He scored the first goal after five minutes. score score a goal point run try to get a point in a game or sport |
| 7057 |
She's hoping to score full marks in the maths test. score to achieve a particular amount, level etc in a test |
| 7058 |
The participants' answers were scored and the totals added up. score to judge someone's effort in a competition or in a test and give them points |
| 7059 |
The bonus question at the end of the test scores 15 points. score to be worth a particular number of points |
| 7060 |
She seems to have scored with her latest novel. score to be successful in doing something |
| 7061 |
They scored some notable sales successes. score score a success victory win to be successful in doing something |
| 7062 |
Score the meat lightly with a knife. score to mark a line into the surface of something |
| 7063 |
The suite is scored for flute and violin. score score something for something to write a piece of music for a particular group of instruments or voices |
| 7064 |
He scored points with teachers by proposing shorter working hours. score score points with to gain an advantage over other people, especially by saying or doing something that makes a particular person or group of people like you |
| 7065 |
He clearly scored political points off the Chancellor. score score points against off over to gain an advantage over other people, especially by saying or doing something that makes a particular person or group of people like you |
| 7066 |
Have you heard the latest score? score the result of a game, or the number of points gained by everyone playing up to a particular moment |
| 7067 |
The final score was 4–3 to United. score the result of a game, or the number of points gained by everyone playing up to a particular moment |
| 7068 |
The average score for the test was 75. score a number that represents how well someone did in a test |
| 7069 |
the complete musical scores of Strauss score a written copy of a piece of music |
| 7070 |
So what's the score on the party this weekend? Are we going? score the true facts of a situation |
| 7071 |
Scores of volunteers offered to help. score a large number of people or things |
| 7072 |
Workers cut deep scores in the road before laying the paving. score a mark cut into the surface of something |
| 7073 |
It's not the first time they've beaten us, but who's keeping score? score to count the number of times that something happens |
| 7074 |
You don't have to lie to me. I know the score. score know the score to know the truth about something, especially when it is unpleasant |
| 7075 |
We wanted to attract new recruits, and on that score, the campaign has been successful. score on that this score used for referring to something that has just been mentioned |
| 7076 |
the struggle for freedom and justice justice treatment of people that is fair and morally right |
| 7077 |
a society based on democracy, peace, and social justice justice social justice treatment of people that is fair and morally right |
| 7078 |
He appealed to their sense of justice. justice the fact that something is reasonable and fair |
| 7079 |
Campaigners are convinced of the justice of their cause. justice the fact that something is reasonable and fair |
| 7080 |
the criminal justice system justice the legal process of judging and punishing people |
| 7081 |
one of the worst miscarriages of justice ever seen justice a miscarriage of justice (=when the wrong person is punished) the legal process of judging and punishing people |
| 7082 |
The family are determined to see justice done. justice a fair result or punishment from a law court |
| 7083 |
Criminals with political connections sometimes escape justice. justice a fair result or punishment from a law court |
| 7084 |
The trial judge, Mr Justice Mitchell, adjourned the proceedings. justice used as a title before the name of a judge |
| 7085 |
The girl's killers have never been brought to justice. justice bring someone to justice to make someone have a trial in order to find out whether they are guilty of a crime |
| 7086 |
I don't think your comments do him justice. justice to show or emphasize all the good qualities of someone or something |
| 7087 |
His attitude does not do justice to the debate. justice to deal with something in the way that you should deal with it |
| 7088 |
I never do myself justice in exams. justice do yourself justice to show your ability by doing something as well as you can |
| 7089 |
I just assumed that life was fair, but of course there's no justice in this life. justice there's no justice (in the world) used for saying that something is not fair |
| 7090 |
No one could, with justice, have said he was lazy. justice with justice used for saying that something is fair |
| 7091 |
He had a scar on his upper lip. upper higher than something else, especially one of two things that are a pair |
| 7092 |
You'll be able to see more if you sit on the upper deck of the bus. upper higher than something else, especially one of two things that are a pair |
| 7093 |
There is already some snow on the upper slopes. upper near the top, or at the top, of something |
| 7094 |
He's got to build up his upper-body strength. upper near the top, or at the top, of something |
| 7095 |
There's no upper limit on the number of competitors in the race. upper upper limit (=the highest level or amount allowed) near the top, or at the top, of something |
| 7096 |
the upper ranks of the army upper higher in status or rank |
| 7097 |
the upper echelons of the Conservative Party upper the upper echelons (of something) (=people of high status within an organization) higher in status or rank |
| 7098 |
New York's Upper East Side upper to the north |
| 7099 |
the upper reaches (=parts) of the Zambezi upper away from the coast |
| 7100 |
Government troops have the upper hand in the offensive. upper have hold the upper hand control or an advantage over a person or situation |
| 7101 |
Agassi briefly got the upper hand in the second set. upper get gain take the upper hand control or an advantage over a person or situation |
| 7102 |
good quality leather uppers upper the part of a shoe that covers the top and sides of your foot |
| 7103 |
front back teeth tooth one of the hard white objects inside your mouth that you use for biting and for chewing food |
| 7104 |
a loose missing broken tooth tooth one of the hard white objects inside your mouth that you use for biting and for chewing food |
| 7105 |
It's important to brush your teeth at least twice a day. tooth brush clean your teeth one of the hard white objects inside your mouth that you use for biting and for chewing food |
| 7106 |
Two teeth needed filling and one had to be taken out. tooth take out fill a tooth one of the hard white objects inside your mouth that you use for biting and for chewing food |
| 7107 |
The baby's cutting his top teeth. tooth cut teeth (=start to get them) one of the hard white objects inside your mouth that you use for biting and for chewing food |
| 7108 |
The dog growled and bared its teeth. tooth bare show your teeth one of the hard white objects inside your mouth that you use for biting and for chewing food |
| 7109 |
the teeth on a saw gear comb tooth one of a row of narrow pointed parts that form the edge of a tool or machine |
| 7110 |
The new regulations give the planning committees more teeth. tooth the necessary power and authority to be effective or to make people obey you |
| 7111 |
I'd like a project that I can really get my teeth into. tooth get your teeth into something to put a lot of your time and energy into something that is interesting because it needs a lot of effort and skill |
| 7112 |
Ministers have been fighting tooth and nail over this issue. tooth go at it fight tooth and nail to fight or argue with energy and determination |
| 7113 |
The bill was passed in the teeth of strong opposition. tooth despite something such as problems or difficulties |
| 7114 |
She struggled across the moor in the teeth of gale force winds. tooth against the force of a strong wind |
| 7115 |
That whining voice of hers always sets my teeth on edge. tooth set your teeth on edge if something such as a sound sets your teeth on edge, you think it is very unpleasant or annoying |
| 7116 |
He has let the cat out of the bag about the government's true intentions. cat let the cat out of the bag to tell someone something that was intended to be secret |
| 7117 |
We don't have a cat in hell's chance of changing her mind. cat not have a cat in hell's chance to have no chance at all of doing something |
| 7118 |
kitchen gardening dental tools tool a piece of equipment, usually one that you hold in your hand, that is designed to do a particular type of work |
| 7119 |
a set of tools tool a piece of equipment, usually one that you hold in your hand, that is designed to do a particular type of work |
| 7120 |
Speech is a tool of communication. tool tool of something that you use in order to perform a job or to achieve an aim |
| 7121 |
These sales forecasts are an extremely useful tool for management. tool a tool for something that you use in order to perform a job or to achieve an aim |
| 7122 |
Words are essential tools for formulating and communicating thoughts. tool tool for doing something something that you use in order to perform a job or to achieve an aim |
| 7123 |
For a writer, dictionaries are the tools of the trade. tool the tools of the trade the skills and equipment that you need in order to do your job |
| 7124 |
He spent the evening tooling around town in his new car. tool tool around along to drive a vehicle, especially in a relaxed way or without any specific purpose |
| 7125 |
We found him sitting in a sunny spot in the garden. spot the particular place where someone or something is |
| 7126 |
Flowers mark the spot where the accident happened. spot mark the spot the particular place where someone or something is |
| 7127 |
The king himself had stood on this very spot. spot the very exact spot the particular place where someone or something is |
| 7128 |
There is a sore spot on my head where I bumped it. spot a sore tender spot a particular place on your body |
| 7129 |
one of the region's best-known tourist spots spot a particular town, city, or area |
| 7130 |
a spot that is popular with clubbers spot a particular place where people go for entertainment |
| 7131 |
a pattern of spots and stripes spot a small round area of colour that is different from the colour of the surface around it and that often forms part of a pattern |
| 7132 |
spots of yellow spot spot of a small round area of colour that is different from the colour of the surface around it and that often forms part of a pattern |
| 7133 |
The flower is yellow with red spots. spot with spots a small round area of colour that is different from the colour of the surface around it and that often forms part of a pattern |
| 7134 |
a spot of paint on the step spot a small dirty mark that should not be there |
| 7135 |
The team has no chance of a spot in the top five. spot a position in an order, for example in a competition |
| 7136 |
The book occupied the number-one bestseller spot for four months. spot a position in an order, for example in a competition |
| 7137 |
She was given a five-minute spot on a local radio show. spot a position within a series of events, for example in a television or radio programme |
| 7138 |
There was still time for a spot of shopping and sightseeing. spot spot of an occasion when you do something or experience something |
| 7139 |
I'd invited her round for a spot of lunch. spot an occasion when you do something or experience something |
| 7140 |
We'd had a spot of trouble with the police. spot a spot of bother trouble an occasion when you do something or experience something |
| 7141 |
The bad weather had put us in a bit of a spot. spot put someone in a spot a difficult situation |
| 7142 |
I felt a few spots of rain on my face. spot spot of a small amount of something, usually a liquid |
| 7143 |
A cool glass of beer would really hit the spot. spot hit the spot to be exactly what you want or need |
| 7144 |
We'll have a police officer on the spot immediately. spot in the exact place where something is happening |
| 7145 |
She does five minutes of running on the spot. spot without leaving the position you are in. The American expression is in place |
| 7146 |
Any workers found breaking these rules will be sacked on the spot. spot immediately |
| 7147 |
I'm going to put you on the spot and ask what you would have done in his position. spot put someone on the spot to ask someone a question that is difficult or embarrassing to answer |
| 7148 |
Martin wanted to run, but he was rooted to the spot. spot rooted glued frozen to the spot unable to move, usually because you are afraid |
| 7149 |
Hugh was spotted by local police and had to leave quickly. spot to notice someone or something |
| 7150 |
The boys had been spotted buying alcohol. spot spot someone doing something to notice someone or something |
| 7151 |
She was spotted singing in bars when she was 18. spot to notice that someone has a talent that can be developed |
| 7152 |
An effective teacher can spot a child's potential. spot spot someone's potential to notice that someone has a talent that can be developed |
| 7153 |
Go over the bridge and then turn right. bridge a road, railway, or path that goes over a river, over another road etc, and the structure that supports it |
| 7154 |
We walked across a wooden bridge. bridge a road, railway, or path that goes over a river, over another road etc, and the structure that supports it |
| 7155 |
Her job, basically, is to create a bridge between the business community and the world of education. bridge bridge between something that forms a connection between one group and another or between one situation and another |
| 7156 |
The new assembly is seen by many as a bridge to full independence. bridge bridge to something that forms a connection between one group and another or between one situation and another |
| 7157 |
Both parties seem implacably opposed to bridging their differences. bridge to make something possible by getting rid of disagreements, differences, or difficulties |
| 7158 |
a fund that bridges the gap between students' needs and their incomes bridge bridge the gap to reduce the differences that separate two things or groups |
| 7159 |
The town has been wrecked by the bombing. wreck to severely damage or destroy a vehicle or building |
| 7160 |
My behaviour very nearly wrecked our relationship. wreck to damage something such as a plan or a relationship so badly that it no longer exists |
| 7161 |
a Spanish treasure ship wrecked off the Florida Keys wreck to destroy a ship so that it sinks |
| 7162 |
She felt an absolute wreck. wreck someone who looks or feels very ill or tired |
| 7163 |
He went through the double doors. double consisting of two things or parts of the same type |
| 7164 |
Place the sausages on a double layer of kitchen paper. double consisting of two things or parts of the same type |
| 7165 |
a double murder double involving two things happening at the same time |
| 7166 |
He had suffered a double tragedy, losing both parents within a short period. double involving two things happening at the same time |
| 7167 |
The measures should achieve the double benefit of protecting the environment and reducing traffic. double with two different uses or features |
| 7168 |
She suspected his words might have a double meaning. double a double meaning (=two different meanings) with two different uses or features |
| 7169 |
double chocolate chip cookies double containing or consisting of twice as much of something as normal |
| 7170 |
a double whisky double containing or consisting of twice as much of something as normal |
| 7171 |
a double portion of chips double a double portion helping containing or consisting of twice as much of something as normal |
| 7172 |
Sometimes I would work a double shift, which was 16 hours. double lasting twice as long as normal |
| 7173 |
a double bed double large enough for two people or things |
| 7174 |
a double garage double large enough for two people or things |
| 7175 |
My last name is Reed. That's r – double e – d. double double t m 8 9 etc used when spelling a word or giving a number, to say that a letter or number is repeated |
| 7176 |
Everyone in the room was bent double with laughter. double bent double bent a long way forwards, for example because you are in pain or laughing a lot |
| 7177 |
Fold the paper double to make it stronger. double fold something double to fold something so that is has two layers of equal size |
| 7178 |
When he regained consciousness he saw double for a few moments. double see double to have something wrong with your eyes, so that one object looks like two |
| 7179 |
It'll cost you double what you paid last time. double twice as much, or twice as many |
| 7180 |
He now earns double the amount he used to. double double the amount number size etc twice as much, or twice as many |
| 7181 |
There are only ten children in the class at the moment but it could be double that after Christmas. double double that (=double that amount) twice as much, or twice as many |
| 7182 |
The number of people without work has doubled in the last five years. double to become twice as big, twice as much, or twice as many |
| 7183 |
Their house has doubled in value since they bought it. double double in size amount price etc to become twice as big, twice as much, or twice as many |
| 7184 |
The government is threatening to double the tax on alcohol. double to increase something so that it is twice as big, twice as much, or twice as many |
| 7185 |
He's his father's double. double someone's double someone who looks very similar to another person |
| 7186 |
Whatever he's offering, we'll pay you double. double twice as much money |
| 7187 |
Two brandies please, and make mine a double. double an amount of a strong alcoholic drink that is twice the usual amount |
| 7188 |
I'd booked two single rooms, but they gave us a double. double a double room |
| 7189 |
Beck also scored a double, winning best male artist and best album. double score a double two victories or successes that you achieve at the same time or one after the other |
| 7190 |
After his victory in Paris, he's going to go for the double here at Wimbledon. double go for the double (=try to win two competitions) two victories or successes that you achieve at the same time or one after the other |
| 7191 |
The Williams sisters are hoping to reach the finals of the doubles. double a game such as tennis played between pairs of players. Singles is the word for a game played between individual players |
| 7192 |
Who's your doubles partner? double a game such as tennis played between pairs of players. Singles is the word for a game played between individual players |
| 7193 |
She called and said she wanted us over there on the double. double at on the double very quickly |
| 7194 |
The report concluded that a world recession was unlikely. conclude conclude that to decide that something is true after looking at all the evidence you have |
| 7195 |
The article concludes with the names and addresses of organizations that can help. conclude conclude with to end, especially by someone saying or doing something |
| 7196 |
I conclude by inviting everyone to look at our work displayed at the back of the room. conclude conclude by doing something to end, especially by someone saying or doing something |
| 7197 |
The author concludes the chapter with a brief summary of her research. conclude conclude something with something to end something, especially by doing or saying something |
| 7198 |
He concluded the discussion by thanking everyone for attending. conclude conclude something by doing something to end something, especially by doing or saying something |
| 7199 |
'We must end this injustice now', Sir Robert concluded. conclude used for reporting the last thing that someone says |
| 7200 |
They agreed to conclude negotiations as soon as possible. conclude to finish something, especially something that has taken a long time |
| 7201 |
An agreement was concluded under which Thailand would help to develop tourism in Laos. conclude to officially make something such as a deal or an agreement |
| 7202 |
There was relative calm after the violence of the previous night. relative having a particular quality when compared with something else |
| 7203 |
a period of relative economic stability relative having a particular quality when compared with something else |
| 7204 |
The parents were discussing the relative merits of the local schools. relative considered in comparison with other similar things |
| 7205 |
I think we work very hard, but it's all relative. relative it's (all) relative (=it depends what you compare it with) considered in comparison with other similar things |
| 7206 |
How did the control group students do relative to the whole class? relative compared with |
| 7207 |
Questions have been raised relative to your testimony. relative concerning, or in relation to |
| 7208 |
We spent the week visiting relatives. relative a member of your family, especially one who does not live with you, for example a grandparent or cousin |
| 7209 |
a distant relative of the domestic cat relative a plant or animal that has the same origins and belongs to the same group as another plant or animal |
| 7210 |
We'll just have to soldier on till we finish the job. soldier soldier on to continue to do something even though it is difficult or unpleasant |
| 7211 |
He climbed onto the roof to check the TV aerial. climb to use your hands and feet to move up, over, down, or across something |
| 7212 |
We escaped by climbing through a window. climb to use your hands and feet to move up, over, down, or across something |
| 7213 |
The barbed wire is to stop people climbing over the fence. climb to use your hands and feet to move up, over, down, or across something |
| 7214 |
He climbed the ladder to get onto the roof. climb climb a ladder tree wall to use your hands and feet to move up, over, down, or across something |
| 7215 |
She was the third woman to climb Mount Everest. climb to use your hands and feet to move up cliffs or mountains as a sport |
| 7216 |
If you go climbing you need the right boots. climb go climbing to use your hands and feet to move up cliffs or mountains as a sport |
| 7217 |
We left the road and climbed the hill towards the wood. climb to walk to the top of something high |
| 7218 |
They had to climb ten flights of stairs because the lift was broken. climb to walk to the top of some steps or stairs |
| 7219 |
Temperatures climbed into the 90s. climb if a temperature, price, or the level of something climbs, it becomes higher |
| 7220 |
Their profits climbed from 20 million to 50 million last year. climb if a temperature, price, or the level of something climbs, it becomes higher |
| 7221 |
Unemployment has climbed steadily over the past year. climb climb steadily if a temperature, price, or the level of something climbs, it becomes higher |
| 7222 |
Sara yawned as she climbed wearily into bed. climb to get into or out of something, especially by stepping to a higher or lower position |
| 7223 |
The plane climbed to an altitude of 60,000 feet. climb if an aircraft climbs, it moves up to a higher position in the air |
| 7224 |
people who climb to the top of their profession climb to move to a higher level in your job or social position |
| 7225 |
He began working at eighteen, determined to climb the career ladder. climb climb the career social ladder to move to a higher level in your job or social position |
| 7226 |
The book climbed steadily to number one on the New York Times bestseller list. climb climb to to achieve a high position in a list or competition |
| 7227 |
After another day of heavy rain we were all climbing the walls. climb climbing the walls very annoyed and impatient, especially because something unpleasant has been happening for a long time |
| 7228 |
The trip includes a climb up the dormant volcano. climb climb up a gradual movement to a higher position by someone who is walking or climbing |
| 7229 |
The plane began a steep climb to 27,000 feet. climb a gradual movement to a higher position by an aircraft or vehicle |
| 7230 |
The summit is only a short climb from here. climb a distance that you have to climb to get somewhere |
| 7231 |
We left before the temperature began its daily climb to 30 degrees. climb an increase in temperature, or in the price or level of something |
| 7232 |
her climb from relative obscurity to international stardom climb the process of moving to a higher level in your job or social position |
| 7233 |
He could feel her cool breath on his face. breath the air that goes in and out of your body through your nose or mouth |
| 7234 |
His breath smelt strongly of alcohol. breath the air that goes in and out of your body through your nose or mouth |
| 7235 |
She took a long slow breath to calm down. breath take a breath the act of getting air into your lungs by breathing |
| 7236 |
Take a deep breath and dive into the water. breath a deep breath (=a breath that fills your lungs) the act of getting air into your lungs by breathing |
| 7237 |
quick shallow breaths breath a shallow breath (=a breath in which you breathe only a small amount of air) the act of getting air into your lungs by breathing |
| 7238 |
I went outside for a breath of fresh air. breath a short time that you spend outside |
| 7239 |
If you're waiting for him to apologize, don't hold your breath. breath don't hold your breath used for telling someone not to expect something to happen because it probably will not |
| 7240 |
He lay there in terrible pain, fighting for breath. breath fighting struggling for breath almost unable to breathe |
| 7241 |
Simon held his breath and dived under the surface. breath hold your breath to breathe in and not let the air out again for some time |
| 7242 |
She says the treatment is safe, and then in the same breath says that patients should be warned about possible side-effects. breath used for saying that someone has said two things that cannot both be true |
| 7243 |
I don't think you can mention his poetry in the same breath as that of Heaney or Hughes. breath if you talk about two people or things in the same breath, you mention them together because they are similar |
| 7244 |
She would fight to her last breath to protect her heritage. breath someone's last final breath the moment when someone dies |
| 7245 |
She was out of breath from climbing the stairs. breath out of breath breathing fast and with difficulty, for example because you have been running |
| 7246 |
It was one of those musical moments that can take your breath away. breath to be extremely impressive or beautiful |
| 7247 |
I'm not sure how they are able to afford such expensive holidays. afford if you can afford something, you have enough money to be able to pay for it. This word usually follows 'can', 'could', or 'be able to' |
| 7248 |
We need a bigger house, but we just can't afford the rent. afford if you can afford something, you have enough money to be able to pay for it. This word usually follows 'can', 'could', or 'be able to' |
| 7249 |
The company simply cannot afford to pay overtime. afford can can't afford to do something if you can afford something, you have enough money to be able to pay for it. This word usually follows 'can', 'could', or 'be able to' |
| 7250 |
Scientists are going abroad, taking with them skills that our country can ill afford (=cannot afford) to lose. afford if you can afford something you can do it without having to worry about it causing problems for you. This word always follows 'can', 'could', or 'be able to' |
| 7251 |
I'm so busy, I can rarely afford the luxury of a restful weekend. afford if you can afford something you can do it without having to worry about it causing problems for you. This word always follows 'can', 'could', or 'be able to' |
| 7252 |
No politician can afford to ignore the power of television. afford can can't be unable to afford to do something if you can afford something you can do it without having to worry about it causing problems for you. This word always follows 'can', 'could', or 'be able to' |
| 7253 |
The vaccination also affords protection against polio. afford afford protection shelter to provide something |
| 7254 |
Letters survive that afford us a glimpse into his everyday life. afford afford someone something to provide something |
| 7255 |
People moved to the urban areas for jobs. urban relating to towns and cities, or happening there |
| 7256 |
Urban poverty is on the increase. urban relating to towns and cities, or happening there |
| 7257 |
He nursed troops at the general hospital in Riyadh. nurse to look after someone who is ill or injured |
| 7258 |
His wife nursed him back to health. nurse nurse someone back to health (=until they are healthy again) to look after someone who is ill or injured |
| 7259 |
Chief executive David Michaels nursed the business back to health. nurse nurse something back to health to help someone or something to improve or become more successful |
| 7260 |
I took over as captain while she nursed a strained muscle. nurse to help yourself get better after an illness or injury, for example by resting or getting medical treatment |
| 7261 |
I'm nursing a cold. nurse to help yourself get better after an illness or injury, for example by resting or getting medical treatment |
| 7262 |
He had nursed a grudge against them for ages. nurse to feel a strong emotion or have a belief for a long time, especially one that you hide from other people |
| 7263 |
Gilford still nurses an ambition to become captain of the team. nurse to feel a strong emotion or have a belief for a long time, especially one that you hide from other people |
| 7264 |
She stood nursing a cup of tea. nurse if you nurse a drink, you drink it slowly over a period of time |
| 7265 |
a narrow strip of land water narrow small in width, especially when compared to how high or long something is |
| 7266 |
narrow, winding streets narrow small in width, especially when compared to how high or long something is |
| 7267 |
We are left with a relatively narrow range of options. narrow limited in range or variety |
| 7268 |
The book takes a rather narrow view of what we mean by civilization. narrow limited in the way that you look at things and not willing to consider other ideas |
| 7269 |
the court's narrow definition of a criminal act narrow limited or exact in meaning |
| 7270 |
a narrow victory escape defeat narrow achieved with difficulty, in a way that shows how close the result was |
| 7271 |
Our resolution passed with the narrowest possible majority. narrow achieved with difficulty, in a way that shows how close the result was |
| 7272 |
His eyes narrowed for a moment. narrow to become or make something narrower |
| 7273 |
We are working on narrowing the gap between our points of view. narrow to become or make something narrower |
| 7274 |
Their views on marriage and divorce are very liberal. liberal accepting different opinions and ways of behaving and tending to be sympathetic to other people |
| 7275 |
liberal politicians liberal believing in social or political change if most people want it |
| 7276 |
We live in a liberal democracy. liberal used about societies, institutions etc that allow people a lot of personal freedom |
| 7277 |
The government has promised more liberal economic policies if it is elected. liberal used about societies, institutions etc that allow people a lot of personal freedom |
| 7278 |
There was a liberal supply of food and wine. liberal a liberal amount is large and generous |
| 7279 |
He was always quite liberal with his cash. liberal liberal with generous with something |
| 7280 |
I admitted to a rather liberal interpretation of the rules. liberal not strict or exact |
| 7281 |
Put some more coal on the fire. coal a hard black substance that is dug from the ground and burned as fuel to provide heat |
| 7282 |
coal dust coal a hard black substance that is dug from the ground and burned as fuel to provide heat |
| 7283 |
a piece lump of coal coal a hard black substance that is dug from the ground and burned as fuel to provide heat |
| 7284 |
Is there a future for coal? coal used for talking about the industry of digging coal out of the ground |
| 7285 |
the coal industry coal used for talking about the industry of digging coal out of the ground |
| 7286 |
Nina moved the coals about with the poker. coal a piece of coal, especially when it is burning |
| 7287 |
We should be able to agree on priorities. priority something important that must be done first or needs more attention than anything else |
| 7288 |
Being fashionable was low on her list of priorities. priority something important that must be done first or needs more attention than anything else |
| 7289 |
Health insurance will be our top priority. priority top high main immediate priority something important that must be done first or needs more attention than anything else |
| 7290 |
discussion groups that set priorities for research priority set establish identify priorities something important that must be done first or needs more attention than anything else |
| 7291 |
Let's list them in order of priority. priority the importance that you give to something that must be done |
| 7292 |
Safety must be given the highest priority. priority give something top high priority the importance that you give to something that must be done |
| 7293 |
Priority will be given to children of families with low incomes. priority give priority to something the importance that you give to something that must be done |
| 7294 |
Their marriage took priority over everything else. priority take priority (=be more important) the importance that you give to something that must be done |
| 7295 |
The government is putting a high priority on constitutional reform. priority put place a high priority on the importance that you give to something that must be done |
| 7296 |
Buses take priority over other vehicles on the road. priority take have priority the right to go before someone or something else, or to receive something before they do |
| 7297 |
The wild rose is a familiar sight in woods and hedges. wild a wild animal or plant lives or grows on its own in natural conditions and is not raised by humans |
| 7298 |
This trait is common to both domestic and wild dogs. wild a wild animal or plant lives or grows on its own in natural conditions and is not raised by humans |
| 7299 |
wild mountainous regions wild a wild area is one where people do not live or cannot live |
| 7300 |
a wet and wild night wild if the weather or the sea is wild, there is a storm with strong winds |
| 7301 |
Hernandez entered the boxing ring to wild cheers. wild expressing or feeling strong emotions |
| 7302 |
The noise drove him wild with terror. wild wild with expressing or feeling strong emotions |
| 7303 |
When Pascal scored, the fans went wild. wild go wild expressing or feeling strong emotions |
| 7304 |
his wild student days wild exciting and enjoyable |
| 7305 |
They have some pretty wild parties. wild exciting and enjoyable |
| 7306 |
He's really wild about bluegrass music. wild wild about very enthusiastic |
| 7307 |
I'm not wild about the idea. wild very enthusiastic |
| 7308 |
wild accusations claims wild not accurate, or not considered carefully |
| 7309 |
They make all sorts of wild promises, but nobody believes them. wild not accurate, or not considered carefully |
| 7310 |
I don't know, I'll have to make a wild guess. wild a wild guess not accurate, or not considered carefully |
| 7311 |
a wild throw shot pitch wild not accurately aimed |
| 7312 |
Wild horses couldn't drag her away until she'd got an answer. wild wild horses couldn't... used for saying that you are very determined to do something or not do something |
| 7313 |
This advertisement promises to make you rich beyond your wildest dreams. wild your wildest dreams your thoughts about the best or worst thing that could happen |
| 7314 |
Never in my wildest dreams did I think I'd end up here. wild your wildest dreams your thoughts about the best or worst thing that could happen |
| 7315 |
I found these daisies growing wild in the meadow. wild grow wild in a natural or uncontrolled way |
| 7316 |
a bust of Shakespeare bust a model of the head and shoulders of a person made out of stone, wood, metal etc |
| 7317 |
Measure the hips, waist, and bust. bust a woman's breasts, used especially when taking their measurements |
| 7318 |
The movie was a bust. bust a complete failure |
| 7319 |
I busted my knee playing basketball. bust to break or damage something very badly |
| 7320 |
Thieves busted the lock and damaged the sliding door. bust to break or damage something very badly |
| 7321 |
He's been busted for drug trafficking. bust bust someone for something if someone is busted, they are arrested, especially for offences relating to drugs |
| 7322 |
Businessmen hired mobsters to bust the unions. bust to stop an activity or organization from continuing to happen or exist |
| 7323 |
It's Hollywood or bust. bust ...or bust used for saying that you will try extremely hard to succeed in something |
| 7324 |
The company went bust after only a year in business. bust go bust a company or organization that is bust has lost all its money and can no longer continue to operate |
| 7325 |
My watch is bust. bust broken |
| 7326 |
The magazine had been losing advertising revenue for months. revenue income from business activities or taxes |
| 7327 |
tax revenues revenue income from business activities or taxes |
| 7328 |
union party club membership membership the fact of being a member of a club, organization, or group |
| 7329 |
Several countries have applied for membership of the EU. membership membership of the fact of being a member of a club, organization, or group |
| 7330 |
Our membership will vote on the proposal in May. membership the people who belong to a club, organization, or group |
| 7331 |
They hope to double their membership this year. membership the number of people who belong to a club, organization, or group |
| 7332 |
a naughty boy naughty a naughty child behaves badly and does not do what you ask them to |
| 7333 |
You're leaving college! Do your parents approve? approve to have a positive feeling towards someone or something that you consider to be good or suitable |
| 7334 |
He seemed to approve of my choice. approve approve of to have a positive feeling towards someone or something that you consider to be good or suitable |
| 7335 |
I don't really approve of children wearing make-up. approve approve of someone doing something to have a positive feeling towards someone or something that you consider to be good or suitable |
| 7336 |
This year's budget package has been formally approved by parliament. approve to give official agreement or permission to something |
| 7337 |
The new stamps were personally approved by the Queen. approve to give official agreement or permission to something |
| 7338 |
These chemicals were only approved for use in animal foods. approve be approved for something to give official agreement or permission to something |
| 7339 |
a tall thin woman tall a tall person or object has greater height than the average person or object |
| 7340 |
tall chimneys towers buildings tall a tall person or object has greater height than the average person or object |
| 7341 |
He was much taller than I expected. tall a tall person or object has greater height than the average person or object |
| 7342 |
This tree can grow very tall in the right conditions. tall grow tall a tall person or object has greater height than the average person or object |
| 7343 |
He must be over six feet tall. tall five inches feet metres yards etc tall used for talking about measurements of height |
| 7344 |
To score four goals in one game is a tall order, even for him. tall a tall order something very difficult that someone expects you to do |
| 7345 |
It should be apparent to anyone that the letter was written by a child. apparent apparent to easy to see or understand |
| 7346 |
The children's poor health was apparent from their physical appearance. apparent apparent from easy to see or understand |
| 7347 |
It soon became apparent that the two women knew each other. apparent it becomes apparent that easy to see or understand |
| 7348 |
Emma suddenly blushed for no apparent reason. apparent for no apparent reason easy to see or understand |
| 7349 |
The potential for loss of life was all too apparent. apparent all too apparent (=very obvious in a way that is unpleasant or worrying) easy to see or understand |
| 7350 |
His apparent lack of interest in her work always annoyed her. apparent an apparent quality, feeling, or situation seems to exist although it may not be real |
| 7351 |
Williams won the tournament with apparent ease. apparent an apparent quality, feeling, or situation seems to exist although it may not be real |
| 7352 |
the apparent paradox of people migrating during periods of low unemployment apparent apparent paradox contradiction discrepancy an apparent quality, feeling, or situation seems to exist although it may not be real |
| 7353 |
I'm delighted to know you have such faith in me. faith have faith in strong belief in or trust of someone or something |
| 7354 |
The public have lost faith in what the government is doing. faith lose faith in strong belief in or trust of someone or something |
| 7355 |
Maybe we put too much faith in doctors and medicine. faith put your faith in (=decide to trust someone or something) strong belief in or trust of someone or something |
| 7356 |
The attack has destroyed his faith in humankind. faith restore destroy your faith in strong belief in or trust of someone or something |
| 7357 |
They seemed to accept everything he said with blind faith. faith blind (=unreasonable) faith strong belief in or trust of someone or something |
| 7358 |
Religious faith expresses itself in a variety of forms. faith belief in a god or gods |
| 7359 |
Faith in God helped him through his illness. faith faith in belief in a god or gods |
| 7360 |
people of many different faiths faith a religion |
| 7361 |
a person of the Jewish faith faith the Christian Jewish Muslim etc faith a religion |
| 7362 |
Their recent success has thrilled the whole community. thrill to make someone feel very excited and pleased |
| 7363 |
Scottish audiences have thrilled to his music. thrill thrill to to feel very excited and pleased |
| 7364 |
the thrill of visiting a new city thrill the thrill of (doing something) a sudden feeling of being very excited and pleased |
| 7365 |
Winning in Sydney gave her the biggest thrill yet. thrill give someone a thrill a sudden feeling of being very excited and pleased |
| 7366 |
Two young thrill-seekers had climbed onto the roof of a train. thrill thrill-seekers (=people who like doing exciting and dangerous things) a sudden feeling of being very excited and pleased |
| 7367 |
There's no bigger thrill for me than playing on stage. thrill something that gives you a thrill |
| 7368 |
Andrew is fixing some shelves in the bedroom. fix to fasten something somewhere so that it cannot move |
| 7369 |
Smoke detectors should be fixed to the ceiling. fix fix something to onto on something to fasten something somewhere so that it cannot move |
| 7370 |
She fixed hooks to the window frame. fix to fasten something somewhere so that it cannot move |
| 7371 |
We have fixed our fees for the next three years. fix to make a decision about a price or amount and not allow it to change |
| 7372 |
Interest rates have been fixed at 5%. fix fix something at something to make a decision about a price or amount and not allow it to change |
| 7373 |
They fixed a meeting for next Friday at 9. fix to decide the date when something will happen |
| 7374 |
A delivery date has not yet been fixed. fix to decide the date when something will happen |
| 7375 |
Can you fix it for me to meet the president? fix to arrange for something to happen |
| 7376 |
He thinks he's won but I'll fix him! fix used for saying angrily that you will punish someone or stop them from doing something |
| 7377 |
I'll fix dinner. fix to prepare food or drink |
| 7378 |
Jackie fixed me a drink. fix fix someone something to prepare food or drink |
| 7379 |
Jessica fixed my watch. fix to repair something |
| 7380 |
I have to get my car fixed. fix have get something fixed to repair something |
| 7381 |
Is it too late to fix their marriage? fix to find a solution to a situation where things are not working well |
| 7382 |
How should I fix my hair? fix to arrange your hair or clothing so that you look nicer |
| 7383 |
The substance fixes the dye so it won't wash out. fix to use chemicals on something so that its colours do not change or disappear, for example on a photograph |
| 7384 |
We need a long-term solution, not just a quick fix. fix a quick fix (=a fast solution but one that is usually only temporary) something that solves a problem or corrects a mistake |
| 7385 |
I can get you out of this fix. fix a difficult situation or a big problem |
| 7386 |
We're all in the same fix. fix in a fix a difficult situation or a big problem |
| 7387 |
Everyone knows the contest was a fix. fix a dishonest arrangement intended to produce a particular result |
| 7388 |
You need to make sure you've got a good fix on just how bad the problem is. fix get have a fix on something to understand clearly what something is like |
| 7389 |
a long slow walk to the top of the hill slow a slow movement or action does not happen fast |
| 7390 |
A slow smile spread across her face. slow a slow movement or action does not happen fast |
| 7391 |
Most large lorries are slow and difficult to drive. slow used for describing something that is moving or that moves in this way |
| 7392 |
Selecting the best candidate is a slow process. slow taking a long time |
| 7393 |
Progress has been painfully slow. slow painfully slow (=very slow) taking a long time |
| 7394 |
I need a new laptop – this one's really slow. slow used for saying that someone or something is not fast enough |
| 7395 |
My boss is always slow to tell us about changes in the schedule. slow slow to do something used for saying that someone or something is not fast enough |
| 7396 |
They're usually pretty slow in returning my phone calls. slow slow in about doing something used for saying that someone or something is not fast enough |
| 7397 |
My teachers thought I was a slow learner. slow not intelligent, so that you need a lot of time to understand simple things |
| 7398 |
Adrian is a bit slow. slow not intelligent, so that you need a lot of time to understand simple things |
| 7399 |
The first part of the film is very slow. slow not busy, exciting, or full of activity |
| 7400 |
The weeks after Christmas are usually fairly slow in most shops. slow not busy, exciting, or full of activity |
| 7401 |
Your watch is 15 minutes slow. slow a watch or clock that is slow shows a time that is earlier than the correct time |
| 7402 |
Cook in a very slow oven for 2 hours. slow a slow oven is operating at a very low temperature |
| 7403 |
I'm trying to call everyone on the list, but it's been slow going. slow be slow going used for saying that progress is slow and difficult to achieve |
| 7404 |
Could you repeat that? I'm feeling a bit slow today. slow feel be slow to feel be tired and unable to think clearly |
| 7405 |
We have been slow off the mark in spotting this business opportunity. slow slow off the mark blocks not reacting quickly to take advantage of a situation |
| 7406 |
Drugs can slow the progress of the disease. slow if you slow something, or if it slows, you reduce the speed at which it happens |
| 7407 |
An accident is slowing traffic on the M40. slow if you slow someone or something, or if they slow, you reduce the speed at which they move |
| 7408 |
I ran for a while and then slowed to a walk. slow if you slow someone or something, or if they slow, you reduce the speed at which they move |
| 7409 |
Heavy fog forced drivers to slow to a crawl. slow slow to a crawl halt if you slow someone or something, or if they slow, you reduce the speed at which they move |
| 7410 |
Inflation slowed significantly in the 1990s. slow if you slow something, or if it slows, you reduce the level or amount of it |
| 7411 |
Several factors combined to slow consumer spending last month. slow if you slow something, or if it slows, you reduce the level or amount of it |
| 7412 |
Hurry up! You're driving too slow. slow at a slow speed |
| 7413 |
Could you speak a little slower, please? slow at a slow speed |
| 7414 |
a line of slow-moving traffic slow at a slow speed |
| 7415 |
They would send in troops if the situation got worse. troop soldiers, especially in large numbers |
| 7416 |
His troop was ordered to move to the front line. troop a group of soldiers |
| 7417 |
troop movements reductions troop a group of soldiers |
| 7418 |
troops of schoolchildren troop a large group of people going somewhere |
| 7419 |
The bell rings and they all troop into school. troop to walk somewhere in a group |
| 7420 |
Special instruments record the speed and motion of the atoms. motion the process or action of moving |
| 7421 |
Muybridge developed high-speed photography of people and animals in motion. motion in motion the process or action of moving |
| 7422 |
Rub the horse's coat in a circular motion. motion a movement that someone or something makes |
| 7423 |
She made a little fluttering motion with her hands. motion a movement that someone or something makes |
| 7424 |
The Committee will debate the motion today. motion a formal proposal that people discuss and then vote on in a meeting or debate. Someone proposes a motion (=suggests it), and someone else must second it (=say formally that they support it) before it is accepted for discussion |
| 7425 |
The leaders are going through the motions of peace talks. motion go through the motions to do things in the usual way but without much effort or enthusiasm because you do not expect to succeed |
| 7426 |
We want to set in motion talks involving all sides in the conflict. motion set something in motion to make a series of events or a process start happening |
| 7427 |
Sam motioned them away. motion to move your hand or head in a particular direction, for example to point somewhere or to get someone's attention |
| 7428 |
He motioned for the waiter to bring the bill. motion motion (for) someone to do something to move your hand or head in a particular direction, for example to point somewhere or to get someone's attention |
| 7429 |
David was our leading goalscorer last season. leading main, most important, or most successful |
| 7430 |
the leading cause of death leading main, most important, or most successful |
| 7431 |
He became a leading figure in the London art world. leading main, most important, or most successful |
| 7432 |
a leading brand of toothpaste leading main, most important, or most successful |
| 7433 |
She played a leading role in the country's independence movement. leading play a leading part role main, most important, or most successful |
| 7434 |
Michael broke away from the leading group to win by 70 metres. leading ahead of all others in a race or competition |
| 7435 |
car components component one of the different parts that a machine or piece of equipment consists of |
| 7436 |
Try breaking the problem down into its separate components. component an individual quality or feature of something |
| 7437 |
Stop being so bloody arrogant! bloody used for emphasizing that you are angry or annoyed about something |
| 7438 |
It was a bloody good game! bloody used for emphasizing something |
| 7439 |
She can be a bloody nuisance at times. bloody used for emphasizing that you are angry or annoyed about something |
| 7440 |
His nose was bloody and swollen. bloody covered in blood |
| 7441 |
What the bloody hell did you do that for? bloody bloody hell used for showing that you are extremely annoyed |
| 7442 |
great works of literature literature stories, poems, and plays, especially those that are considered to have value as art and not just entertainment |
| 7443 |
She is studying German language and literature. literature stories, poems, and plays, especially those that are considered to have value as art and not just entertainment |
| 7444 |
Police discovered racist literature in his home. literature books or other printed information about a subject |
| 7445 |
Recent literature on cancer emphasizes the importance of diet. literature literature on academic books and articles published about a particular subject |
| 7446 |
The small farming communities are predominantly conservative. conservative not willing to accept much change, especially in the traditional values of society |
| 7447 |
At a conservative estimate, 2.5 million people die each year from smoking. conservative a conservative guess is usually less than the actual amount |
| 7448 |
She dresses very conservatively. conservative |
| 7449 |
A belief in freedom is often seen as the cement of our nation. cement something that helps to make a relationship, idea etc stronger |
| 7450 |
The aim of the president's visit was to cement relations between the two countries. cement to make a relationship, idea etc stronger or more certain |
| 7451 |
The gatepost has been cemented onto the wall. cement to fix something with cement or a similar substance |
| 7452 |
There is considerable variation in size, method of construction, and design. variation wide considerable variation the existence of differences in amount, number, level, form etc |
| 7453 |
It's an issue around which there is a wide variation of opinion. variation the existence of differences in amount, number, level, form etc |
| 7454 |
There is, of course, variation between individual people and situations. variation variation between among the existence of differences in amount, number, level, form etc |
| 7455 |
Research has shown wide variation in the rate that children learn. variation variation in the existence of differences in amount, number, level, form etc |
| 7456 |
These foods are not influenced by seasonal variations. variation differences in amount, level etc |
| 7457 |
The spacecraft is specially insulated against extreme variations in temperature. variation variation in differences in amount, level etc |
| 7458 |
There are significant variations within these broad groups. variation variation within differences in amount, level etc |
| 7459 |
The dessert is a variation on a classic recipe. variation variation on of something that is slightly different from similar things |
| 7460 |
There are several variations on this theme, all with advantages and disadvantages. variation a variation on a theme (=a slightly different form of the same basic thing) something that is slightly different from similar things |
| 7461 |
I can't think of his name – can you remind me? remind to tell someone again about an event from the past or about a fact that they used to know |
| 7462 |
Can you remind us about your plans for the building? remind remind someone of about something to tell someone again about an event from the past or about a fact that they used to know |
| 7463 |
She reminded me that we had in fact met before, at a conference in Washington. remind remind someone that to tell someone again about an event from the past or about a fact that they used to know |
| 7464 |
Remind Jenny to bring her laptop when she comes. remind remind someone to do something to help someone to remember something that they have to do |
| 7465 |
Can you remind me about my dentist's appointment tomorrow? remind remind someone about something to help someone to remember something that they have to do |
| 7466 |
I need the notes to remind me what to say. remind remind someone what when where how etc to help someone to remember something that they have to do |
| 7467 |
'When are you going back to work?' 'Oh, don't remind me.' remind don't remind me used for saying that you do not want to think about something unpleasant that has happened or is going to happen |
| 7468 |
Can I remind everyone that we have a strict non-smoking policy here. remind may can I remind you... that used for warning someone or bringing something to their attention, especially something that they already know |
| 7469 |
That reminds me. I must take the chicken out of the freezer. remind that reminds me used when someone has just said or done something that helps you to remember something |
| 7470 |
We will inform you in writing if your application has been successful. inform to officially tell someone something, or to give them information about something |
| 7471 |
Please inform us of any changes in your circumstances. inform inform someone of about something to officially tell someone something, or to give them information about something |
| 7472 |
Parents were informed that the school was closing. inform inform someone (that) to officially tell someone something, or to give them information about something |
| 7473 |
I haven't been informed as to whether he's coming or not. inform inform someone as to how what when etc to officially tell someone something, or to give them information about something |
| 7474 |
I've been reliably informed that the delivery will arrive tomorrow. inform be reliably informed (=have information that you are sure is correct) to officially tell someone something, or to give them information about something |
| 7475 |
The President has been fully informed of developments. inform be fully informed (=be told all the details about something) to officially tell someone something, or to give them information about something |
| 7476 |
His poetry is deeply informed by the experience of poverty. inform to influence something such as an opinion, attitude, or style |
| 7477 |
Can you suggest an alternative? alternative something that you can choose instead of something else |
| 7478 |
There was no alternative but to close the road until February. alternative something that you can choose instead of something else |
| 7479 |
The treatment is offered as an alternative to surgery. alternative alternative to something that you can choose instead of something else |
| 7480 |
We are now looking for an alternative method. alternative different from something else and able to be used instead of it |
| 7481 |
Alternative ways of getting there will be investigated. alternative different from something else and able to be used instead of it |
| 7482 |
an alternative lifestyle alternative not traditional |
| 7483 |
Electricity companies were criticized for failing to develop alternative energy sources. alternative not traditional |
| 7484 |
Adams was not invited, and neither were any of his friends. neither used for showing that a negative statement also applies to someone or something else |
| 7485 |
'I don't like him.' 'Neither do I.' neither neither do can has etc someone used for showing that a negative statement also applies to someone or something else |
| 7486 |
'Sue can't swim.' 'Neither can Perry.' neither used for showing that a negative statement also applies to someone or something else |
| 7487 |
'I don't feel like going to the party.' 'Me neither.' neither me neither used for showing that a negative statement also applies to someone or something else |
| 7488 |
Neither side trusts the other. neither used for referring to each of two people, things, actions, or ideas when saying something negative that applies to both of them |
| 7489 |
Neither company could succeed on its own. neither used for referring to each of two people, things, actions, or ideas when saying something negative that applies to both of them |
| 7490 |
'Would you like pork or roast beef?' 'Neither.' neither used for referring to each of two people, things, actions, or ideas when saying something negative that applies to both of them |
| 7491 |
It was an experience that neither of us will ever forget. neither neither of used for referring to each of two people, things, actions, or ideas when saying something negative that applies to both of them |
| 7492 |
The event was organized by two people, neither of whom is a professional. neither used for referring to each of two people, things, actions, or ideas when saying something negative that applies to both of them |
| 7493 |
He made us no promises. Neither did we expect him to. neither used after a negative statement for introducing another negative statement |
| 7494 |
Whether or not I agree with you is neither here nor there. neither neither here nor there used for saying that something does not matter because it is not relevant |
| 7495 |
Neither his son nor his daughter were at the funeral. neither neither...nor (...nor) used for showing that something is not true of two or more people, things, actions, qualities, or ideas |
| 7496 |
Ron's neither as young nor as fit as the other members of the team. neither neither...nor (...nor) used for showing that something is not true of two or more people, things, actions, qualities, or ideas |
| 7497 |
The president spoke neither for nor against economic reform. neither neither...nor (...nor) used for showing that something is not true of two or more people, things, actions, qualities, or ideas |
| 7498 |
I'm sorry but I can neither confirm nor deny the allegation. neither neither...nor (...nor) used for showing that something is not true of two or more people, things, actions, qualities, or ideas |
| 7499 |
We need to turn this mass of evidence into a coherent argument. mass mass of a large quantity or number |
| 7500 |
There's a mass of competing anti-virus programs you can choose from. mass a large quantity or number |
| 7501 |
Masses of people attended the meeting. mass mass of a lot |
| 7502 |
The vegetables had turned into a sticky mass at the bottom of the pan. mass a lump or amount of a substance that does not have a clear or definite shape |
| 7503 |
All that was left of the car was a mass of twisted metal. mass mass of a lump or amount of a substance that does not have a clear or definite shape |
| 7504 |
a mass of dark cloud mass a lump or amount of a substance that does not have a clear or definite shape |
| 7505 |
A mass of people followed the procession. mass mass of a large crowd of people |
| 7506 |
a seething mass of protesters mass a seething mass (=moving in all directions) a large crowd of people |
| 7507 |
It is entertainment that will appeal to the masses. mass ordinary people who are not rich or famous. This word usually shows that you think ordinary people are not important or intelligent |
| 7508 |
They go to mass every Sunday. mass the main religious ceremony of the Roman Catholic church |
| 7509 |
Bach's Mass in B Minor mass a piece of music written for some of the prayers in the mass |
| 7510 |
She had fallen down the stairs and her body was a mass of bruises. mass be a mass of to be covered in or full of something |
| 7511 |
The mass of the population could not afford such goods. mass the mass of something the majority of something |
| 7512 |
weapons of mass destruction mass involving or affecting a large number of people |
| 7513 |
the problem of mass unemployment mass involving or affecting a large number of people |
| 7514 |
Troops are massing along the southern border. mass to come together and form a large group |
| 7515 |
More than 5,000 police were massed within two days. mass to bring people together and make them form a large group |
| 7516 |
Parents of young children are always busy. busy having a lot of things to do |
| 7517 |
He is an extremely busy man. busy having a lot of things to do |
| 7518 |
Irina and Marcus were busy with preparations for their wedding. busy busy with having a lot of things to do |
| 7519 |
It's been a very busy day. busy a busy time is when you have a lot of things to do |
| 7520 |
Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to talk to us. busy a busy time is when you have a lot of things to do |
| 7521 |
a busy waiting room busy full of people |
| 7522 |
a busy main road busy having a lot of traffic passing through |
| 7523 |
Do not park your car near busy junctions. busy having a lot of traffic passing through |
| 7524 |
the busiest port in Europe busy having a lot of traffic passing through |
| 7525 |
Shops are always busier at weekends. busy having a lot of customers |
| 7526 |
All lines are busy – please call back later. busy if someone's telephone is busy, it is being used when you try to call |
| 7527 |
We're all busy preparing for Christmas. busy busy doing something doing something, especially with a lot of attention or effort |
| 7528 |
I was so busy worrying about Julie that I didn't even think about Jake. busy busy doing something doing something, especially with a lot of attention or effort |
| 7529 |
There's a lot to do, so let's get busy. busy to start doing something |
| 7530 |
We've got enough work here to keep us busy for weeks. busy keep someone busy to have or give someone a lot of things to do or think about, often as a way of filling up time |
| 7531 |
You keep them busy while I call the police. busy keep someone busy to have or give someone a lot of things to do or think about, often as a way of filling up time |
| 7532 |
I try to keep myself busy as much as possible. busy keep someone busy to have or give someone a lot of things to do or think about, often as a way of filling up time |
| 7533 |
I tried to tell you, but you were always too busy talking to listen. busy too busy doing something used for saying that someone is paying too much attention to something, with the result that they do not have time for someone or something else |
| 7534 |
He busied himself with plans for the future. busy busy yourself to make yourself busy by doing a particular job or activity |
| 7535 |
She busied herself putting the clothes away. busy busy yourself to make yourself busy by doing a particular job or activity |
| 7536 |
He's in bed with flu. flu a very common infectious disease that lasts a short time and makes you feel hot or cold, weak, and tired |
| 7537 |
I've got the flu. flu the flu a very common infectious disease that lasts a short time and makes you feel hot or cold, weak, and tired |
| 7538 |
I studied English at college. English this language and its literature as a subject that you study |
| 7539 |
The English are often regarded as being cold and reserved. English the people of England. You use Englishman or Englishwoman to talk about one English person |
| 7540 |
Her mother is English and her father is American. English someone who is English is from England |
| 7541 |
a traditional English village English relating to England, or its language or culture |
| 7542 |
You must wear gloves when handling any of these chemicals. chemical a substance used in chemistry or produced by a process involving chemistry |
| 7543 |
the chemical industry chemical a substance used in chemistry or produced by a process involving chemistry |
| 7544 |
the dumping of toxic chemicals chemical a substance used in chemistry or produced by a process involving chemistry |
| 7545 |
chemical processes chemical involving chemistry or produced by a method used in chemistry |
| 7546 |
the chemical composition of the atmosphere chemical involving chemistry or produced by a method used in chemistry |
| 7547 |
Teachers have to be careful when criticizing pupils. careful if someone is careful, they think about what they are doing so that they do not do anything wrong or so that they avoid problems |
| 7548 |
Even the most careful proofreader will miss the occasional error. careful if someone is careful, they think about what they are doing so that they do not do anything wrong or so that they avoid problems |
| 7549 |
People should be more careful about the things they say. careful careful about if someone is careful, they think about what they are doing so that they do not do anything wrong or so that they avoid problems |
| 7550 |
You must be careful who you accept a lift from. careful careful who what how if someone is careful, they think about what they are doing so that they do not do anything wrong or so that they avoid problems |
| 7551 |
Be careful that the medicine is kept away from children. careful careful (that) if someone is careful, they think about what they are doing so that they do not do anything wrong or so that they avoid problems |
| 7552 |
She was careful to keep her records up to date. careful be careful to do something if someone is careful, they think about what they are doing so that they do not do anything wrong or so that they avoid problems |
| 7553 |
Brighton welcomes careful drivers. careful trying hard not to cause harm or damage |
| 7554 |
Please be very careful with those plates! careful careful with trying hard not to cause harm or damage |
| 7555 |
The project needs careful planning. careful used about someone's actions |
| 7556 |
After careful consideration, we are giving the prize to a children's book. careful used about someone's actions |
| 7557 |
She took a few careful steps into the water. careful used about someone's actions |
| 7558 |
We're going to have to be more careful now that Dad's lost his job. careful spending money only when it is necessary |
| 7559 |
She's always been careful with money. careful be careful with (your) money spending money only when it is necessary |
| 7560 |
There's some ice there – be careful! careful (be) careful used for telling someone to pay attention, for example in order to avoid an accident |
| 7561 |
Careful, Peter! You'll fall! careful (be) careful used for telling someone to pay attention, for example in order to avoid an accident |
| 7562 |
If you're not careful, you'll break it. careful if someone isn't careful used for warning or threatening someone |
| 7563 |
You can't be too careful when it comes to taking financial advice. careful you can't be too careful used for saying that it is important not to take risks |
| 7564 |
a carefully worded letter careful |
| 7565 |
He washed the antique plates very carefully. careful |
| 7566 |
We sent a reporter to investigate the rumour. investigate to try to find out the facts about something in order to learn the truth about it |
| 7567 |
All complaints from our customers are investigated quickly and efficiently. investigate to try to find out the facts about something in order to learn the truth about it |
| 7568 |
A short time later I heard a noise outside and went to investigate. investigate to try to find out the facts about something in order to learn the truth about it |
| 7569 |
The research aims to investigate why schools are not doing better. investigate investigate what why whether etc to try to find out the facts about something in order to learn the truth about it |
| 7570 |
She was thoroughly investigated by the FBI before being offered the job. investigate to try to get detailed facts and information about a person's behaviour or character |
| 7571 |
The pencil went rolling across the floor. roll to move forward while turning over and over |
| 7572 |
As children, we loved to roll down that hill. roll to move forward while turning over and over |
| 7573 |
Matthew rolled the tyre across the garage. roll to make someone or something move forward by turning them over and over |
| 7574 |
The car rolled to a stop at the side of the road. roll to move on wheels |
| 7575 |
Tanks began rolling into the city at dawn. roll roll into to move on wheels |
| 7576 |
The piglets were rolling in the mud. roll to move from side to side, or to make something do this |
| 7577 |
The stormy sea rolled and tossed the ship. roll to move from side to side, or to make something do this |
| 7578 |
He rolled onto his back and looked up at me. roll roll onto to change the position of your body when you are lying down |
| 7579 |
Raindrops rolled down the window. roll if a drop of liquid rolls, it moves across a surface without stopping |
| 7580 |
Take a piece of the mixture and roll it into a ball. roll roll something into something to fold something or wrap it around itself so that it forms a tube or a ball |
| 7581 |
I always roll my clothes when I pack. roll to fold something or wrap it around itself so that it forms a tube or a ball |
| 7582 |
The first rumbles of thunder rolled across the sky. roll to produce a continuous low sound |
| 7583 |
Although the interview had ended, the cameras were still rolling. roll if a machine such as a camera rolls, it works |
| 7584 |
Roll the dough very thinly. roll to make a substance flat by pushing something heavy across it |
| 7585 |
She's a writer, actress, and producer all rolled into one. roll (all) rolled into one if someone is several things rolled into one, they are all of those things at the same time |
| 7586 |
Don't worry about him, he's rolling in it. roll be rolling in money it to have a lot of money |
| 7587 |
Come on, it's noon, let's roll. roll let's roll let's get rolling used for saying you want to start doing something |
| 7588 |
Everybody is here. We're ready to roll. roll ready to roll ready to start doing something |
| 7589 |
Roll on the summer holidays! roll roll on used for saying that you wish something would happen soon |
| 7590 |
When he asked the same question again I saw her roll her eyes. roll roll your eyes to move your eyes upwards or round in a circle, usually to show that you are annoyed or impatient |
| 7591 |
We used ten rolls of wallpaper. roll roll of a long piece of film, paper, carpet etc, rolled into the shape of a tube |
| 7592 |
The professionals are used to moving heavy rolls of carpet around. roll a long piece of film, paper, carpet etc, rolled into the shape of a tube |
| 7593 |
a buttered roll roll bread in the form of a small round or long shape |
| 7594 |
a ham cheese salad roll roll a bread roll filled with meat, cheese etc |
| 7595 |
The constant roll of the ship made her feel ill. roll the action of turning over or of rolling from side to side |
| 7596 |
He was willing to bet his entire fortune on a roll of the dice. roll the action of throwing dice |
| 7597 |
Williams is on a roll, having won her last three tournaments. roll be on a roll to be having a lot of success or good luck |
| 7598 |
scientific instruments such as microscopes instrument a tool or piece of equipment used in science, medicine, or technology |
| 7599 |
Your compass and clock are the most essential instruments in sailing. instrument a piece of equipment that measures something such as position, speed, or temperature |
| 7600 |
Do you play an instrument? instrument a musical instrument, for example a piano or a guitar |
| 7601 |
an instrument of torture death instrument an object that is used as a weapon |
| 7602 |
The government has a number of policy instruments it can use for this purpose. instrument someone or something that can be used in order to make something happen |
| 7603 |
an important instrument of quality control instrument instrument of someone or something that can be used in order to make something happen |
| 7604 |
The missionaries believed they were instruments of God. instrument instrument of a person who someone uses to help achieve a result |
| 7605 |
The Complete Guide to Norway guide a book about a city, country, or area |
| 7606 |
They publish a range of city guides. guide a book about a city, country, or area |
| 7607 |
It is worth buying a good travel guide. guide travel guide a book about a city, country, or area |
| 7608 |
Get the booklet Income Tax: A Guide for Married Couples. guide a book about a particular subject or type of activity |
| 7609 |
a comprehensive guide to the new simplified divorce procedure guide guide to a book about a particular subject or type of activity |
| 7610 |
I bought a copy of A Beginner's Guide to Flower Arranging. guide a book about a particular subject or type of activity |
| 7611 |
See our step-by-step guide on page 17. guide step-by-step guide a book about a particular subject or type of activity |
| 7612 |
Lots of publishers produce pocket guides to various hobbies. guide pocket guide a book about a particular subject or type of activity |
| 7613 |
The doctor will give you a guide as to how much you should weigh. guide guide to as to something that helps you to make a judgment about something |
| 7614 |
A plant's leaves are a good guide to its health. guide good reliable guide something that helps you to make a judgment about something |
| 7615 |
Opinion polls only serve as a rough guide to how people really vote. guide rough guide something that helps you to make a judgment about something |
| 7616 |
a cutting guide guide a piece of equipment that helps you to find the correct place or amount for something |
| 7617 |
This chart can act as a quick reference guide. guide a piece of equipment that helps you to find the correct place or amount for something |
| 7618 |
Draw up the plan using this pencil outline as a guide. guide use something as a guide a piece of equipment that helps you to find the correct place or amount for something |
| 7619 |
Your guide will explain what the different machines were used for. guide someone whose job is to look after a group of people who are visiting a place and give them information about it |
| 7620 |
She's working as a mountain guide in the Swiss Alps. guide mountain guide someone who shows you which direction to walk or travel in, especially as their job |
| 7621 |
She was his guide and his inspiration. guide someone who helps you to decide what to do by giving you advice or by giving you a good example to follow |
| 7622 |
He guided them through the forest. guide guide someone through to along etc something to show someone which direction they should walk or travel in by going with them |
| 7623 |
Carol will guide you round the museum. guide to show someone which direction they should walk or travel in by going with them |
| 7624 |
Lucy took the old man's arm and gently guided him to his chair. guide guide someone to along etc something to physically help someone to move in a particular direction |
| 7625 |
We had only the stars to guide us. guide if a light, signal etc guides someone or something, it shows them where to go |
| 7626 |
The planes are guided in by radio beacons. guide if a light, signal etc guides someone or something, it shows them where to go |
| 7627 |
Slowly he guided the boat towards the dock. guide guide something towards into etc something to carefully move a vehicle or other moving object so that it goes where you want it to go |
| 7628 |
There was no market research to guide them. guide to help someone to make decisions or judgments about something |
| 7629 |
His entire life was guided by his religious beliefs. guide to help someone to make decisions or judgments about something |
| 7630 |
You must have some guiding principles for the way you run your business. guide guiding principle (=a very important belief that influences your decisions) to help someone to make decisions or judgments about something |
| 7631 |
We can guide you through the maze of financial planning. guide guide someone through something to help someone to do something by giving them advice at different stages |
| 7632 |
Students should be carefully guided in their reading. guide guide someone in something to help someone to do something by giving them advice at different stages |
| 7633 |
a code that attempts to guide the behaviour of officials guide to try to make a situation or an organization develop in a particular way |
| 7634 |
Harry tried to guide the conversation towards the subject of money. guide guide something towards something to try to make a situation or an organization develop in a particular way |
| 7635 |
Everyone whose qualifications meet our criteria will be considered. criterion fulfil meet satisfy a criterion a standard that is used for judging something or for making a decision about something |
| 7636 |
What criteria do you have for selecting patients for treatment? criterion criterion for a standard that is used for judging something or for making a decision about something |
| 7637 |
He had an irritating habit of cracking his knuckles. irritating making you feel annoyed or impatient |
| 7638 |
The money had fallen out of a hole in my pocket. pocket a small bag that forms part of a piece of clothing and is used for holding small objects |
| 7639 |
a trouser shirt coat pocket pocket a small bag that forms part of a piece of clothing and is used for holding small objects |
| 7640 |
a top pocket (=on the front of a jacket) pocket a small bag that forms part of a piece of clothing and is used for holding small objects |
| 7641 |
a back pocket (=of a pair of trousers) pocket a small bag that forms part of a piece of clothing and is used for holding small objects |
| 7642 |
He slipped his wallet into an inside pocket (=of his jacket). pocket a small bag that forms part of a piece of clothing and is used for holding small objects |
| 7643 |
She had put her hands in her pockets to keep them warm. pocket put something into take something out of a pocket a small bag that forms part of a piece of clothing and is used for holding small objects |
| 7644 |
The police officer asked us to empty our pockets. pocket turn out empty your pockets a small bag that forms part of a piece of clothing and is used for holding small objects |
| 7645 |
The safety instructions are in the pocket of the seat in front of you. pocket a small bag or other container that forms part of an object, for example a bag |
| 7646 |
She put the money in a zipped pocket of her handbag. pocket a small bag or other container that forms part of an object, for example a bag |
| 7647 |
Hit the ball into one of the side pockets. pocket a hole with a small string bag fitted below it in the side of a billiard, pool, or snooker table that you try to hit a ball into |
| 7648 |
Our boss expects us to pay for the trip out of our own pockets. pocket out of from your own pocket (=using your own money, not your company's) a supply of money that is available for spending |
| 7649 |
It's a company with very deep pockets. pocket deep pockets (=a lot of available money) a supply of money that is available for spending |
| 7650 |
We have prices to suit every pocket. pocket to suit every pocket a supply of money that is available for spending |
| 7651 |
There are still pockets of resistance to the government forces. pocket pocket of a small area which has a particular quality that makes it different from the areas around it |
| 7652 |
He ended the poker evening two hundred pounds in pocket. pocket be in pocket to have made money as a result of something |
| 7653 |
With all these phone calls we'll be out of pocket. pocket be out of pocket to have lost money as the result of a business deal |
| 7654 |
Isn't the Government always in the pocket of the landowners? pocket controlled by someone and willing to do whatever they want |
| 7655 |
I'm sure I saw him pocketing your mobile phone. pocket to put something into your pocket in order to steal it |
| 7656 |
He said the officials pocketed some of the taxes they collected. pocket to take money for yourself that does not belong to you, especially when you are responsible for looking after it |
| 7657 |
Hendry pocketed a first prize of 110,000. pocket to win or get an amount of money |
| 7658 |
She got the tickets for 20 each, but charged us 25 and pocketed the difference. pocket pocket the difference to take the extra money made from something, often in a way that is not completely honest |
| 7659 |
a pocket dictionary pocket small enough to fit into your pocket |
| 7660 |
a pocket diary pocket small enough to fit into your pocket |
| 7661 |
Birmingham won three nil. nil the number 0 in the result of a game |
| 7662 |
Their chances of survival are virtually nil. nil virtually practically nil used for saying that something does not exist |
| 7663 |
If you're looking for last-minute Christmas presents, here are some suggestions. suggestion an idea or plan that you offer for someone to consider |
| 7664 |
The committee rejected a suggestion that share options should be offered to junior employees. suggestion suggestion that an idea or plan that you offer for someone to consider |
| 7665 |
He had some good suggestions for making improvements in our service. suggestion suggestion for about an idea or plan that you offer for someone to consider |
| 7666 |
Could I make a few suggestions about the way your essay is structured? suggestion make offer a suggestion an idea or plan that you offer for someone to consider |
| 7667 |
We have a few ideas for the show, but we're open to suggestions. suggestion open to suggestions (=willing to consider suggestions) an idea or plan that you offer for someone to consider |
| 7668 |
It was at Larry's suggestion that I attended the meeting. suggestion at someone's suggestion the act of suggesting something |
| 7669 |
There is no suggestion that the plan will adversely affect employment in the city. suggestion the possibility that something is true, or evidence showing that something may be true |
| 7670 |
The government rejected any suggestion that it was to blame. suggestion suggestion that the possibility that something is true, or evidence showing that something may be true |
| 7671 |
They dismissed any suggestion of a link between factory emissions and acid rain. suggestion suggestion of the possibility that something is true, or evidence showing that something may be true |
| 7672 |
The success of advertising depends on the power of suggestion. suggestion the action of influencing someone to make a mental connection between one thing and another |
| 7673 |
There was a suggestion of rain in the air. suggestion suggestion of a small sign of something |
| 7674 |
The ayes have it (=most people have voted yes). aye a vote in support of something, or someone who votes this way |
| 7675 |
Membership entitles you to reduced season tickets. entitle entitle someone to something to give someone the right to do something |
| 7676 |
The people who are entitled to vote should be aware of that fact. entitle entitle someone to do something to give someone the right to do something |
| 7677 |
Her first novel was entitled More Innocent Times. entitle to give a title to a book, poem, or piece of music |
| 7678 |
Meredith trembled at the tenderness in his tone. tone the sound of someone's voice that shows what they are feeling |
| 7679 |
'Really?' Simone said in a surprised tone of voice. tone a tone of voice the sound of someone's voice that shows what they are feeling |
| 7680 |
Don't you take that tone of voice with me (=don't speak to me so rudely)! tone the sound of someone's voice that shows what they are feeling |
| 7681 |
They were sitting close together, talking in hushed tones. tone the type of sound that someone makes with their voice in a particular situation |
| 7682 |
The positive tone of the evening had changed completely. tone the general character of a place or event |
| 7683 |
The opening remarks set the tone for the rest of the interview. tone set the tone (for something) the general character of a place or event |
| 7684 |
Trust you to lower the tone of the whole conversation! tone raise lower the tone (of something) the general character of a place or event |
| 7685 |
Much of his writing has a rather strident tone to it. tone the general attitude shown by a piece of writing |
| 7686 |
Their next letter was more optimistic in tone. tone in tone the general attitude shown by a piece of writing |
| 7687 |
a flute with a clear bright tone tone the quality of the sound made by a musical instrument, voice, or piece of electronic equipment |
| 7688 |
I picked up the phone and just got a beeping tone. tone a sound made by a piece of equipment as a signal or warning |
| 7689 |
The answering machine said to leave a message after the tone. tone a sound made by a piece of equipment as a signal or warning |
| 7690 |
I keep getting the engaged tone. tone the engaged tone (=the sound you hear when the number you want to telephone is being used) a sound made by a piece of equipment as a signal or warning |
| 7691 |
a tweed coat in subtle tones of purple and green tone a colour or a particular shade (=type) of a colour |
| 7692 |
her olive skin tone tone a colour or a particular shade (=type) of a colour |
| 7693 |
The patient's general muscle tone is good. tone muscle skin tone the firm or healthy quality of your body, muscles, or skin |
| 7694 |
You use a rising tone in English to indicate a question. tone the degree to which the sound of a word or part of a word is high or low |
| 7695 |
She quickly and efficiently cleansed, toned, and moisturized her face. tone to make your body, muscles, or skin more firm and healthy |
| 7696 |
I'm taking an aerobics class to help tone my muscles. tone to make your body, muscles, or skin more firm and healthy |
| 7697 |
The flowers toned perfectly with the Mexican rug. tone tone with if something tones with something else they look good together because their colours are similar |
| 7698 |
a stunningly attractive woman attractive an attractive person is pleasant to look at, especially in a way that interests you sexually |
| 7699 |
a pretty village set in attractive countryside attractive something that is attractive is pleasant in some way |
| 7700 |
We saw a less attractive side of his personality that day. attractive something that is attractive is pleasant in some way |
| 7701 |
a superficially attractive proposition attractive worth having, considering, or doing |
| 7702 |
a company that will be increasingly attractive to investors attractive attractive to worth having, considering, or doing |
| 7703 |
Jewish law Jewish relating to Jews, their culture, or their religion |
| 7704 |
Jewish festivals Jewish relating to Jews, their culture, or their religion |
| 7705 |
a moth's delicate wings wing one of the parts on a bird, insect, or bat that move up and down and allow it to fly. Birds have two wings, but insects have either two or four wings |
| 7706 |
The bird flapped its wings excitedly. wing something flaps its wings one of the parts on a bird, insect, or bat that move up and down and allow it to fly. Birds have two wings, but insects have either two or four wings |
| 7707 |
barbecued chicken wings wing the meat from the wing of a chicken etc, eaten as food |
| 7708 |
the east main wing wing a part of a building that sticks out from the main part, especially one with a particular purpose |
| 7709 |
He works in the psychiatric wing of the hospital. wing a part of a building that sticks out from the main part, especially one with a particular purpose |
| 7710 |
I'm a member of the Green Party's youth wing. wing a part of an organization or political party that has its own responsibilities and opinions that are separate from the rest of the group |
| 7711 |
The small conservation group is under the wing of the United Nations. wing be come under the wing of to be controlled by someone or something |
| 7712 |
There was already someone waiting in the wings when he retired. wing in the wings ready to do something, or ready to be used when needed |
| 7713 |
It's time for him to leave home and stretch his wings. wing spread stretch try your wings to start to do new and interesting things that you have not done before |
| 7714 |
Jose took Alison under his wing during her first weeks. wing take someone under your wing being looked after by someone who is older or more experienced |
| 7715 |
I'll have to wing it if I can't find my notes. wing wing it to do something without preparation or plans |
| 7716 |
A letter from him is probably winging its way to you right now. wing wing your its way to go or to be sent quickly from one place to another |
| 7717 |
She says she's unable to give up smoking; she's completely addicted. addicted unable to stop taking an illegal or harmful drug |
| 7718 |
He admitted he was addicted to cocaine. addicted addicted to unable to stop taking an illegal or harmful drug |
| 7719 |
I don't want the kids getting addicted to stupid TV programmes. addicted addicted to enjoying a particular activity very much and spending as much time as you can doing it |
| 7720 |
There were few surprises at Wimbledon this year. surprise an unusual or unexpected event |
| 7721 |
Holman's arrest came as a surprise to the entire community. surprise come as a surprise an unusual or unexpected event |
| 7722 |
Given the dismal sales performance, the change of management came as no surprise. surprise come as no surprise an unusual or unexpected event |
| 7723 |
Let's hope there are no more unpleasant surprises in store for us. surprise surprises in store (=unexpected things that will happen in the future) an unusual or unexpected event |
| 7724 |
The players could be in for a surprise if they expect an easy victory. surprise be in for a surprise an unusual or unexpected event |
| 7725 |
I never knew Sheila had been married – that was a real surprise. surprise news or information that seems unusual or unexpected |
| 7726 |
Henderson led the team to a surprise win in the final. surprise happening unexpectedly |
| 7727 |
They keep the room ready for surprise visitors. surprise happening unexpectedly |
| 7728 |
Many students expressed surprise at the news. surprise the feeling you have when something unusual or unexpected happens |
| 7729 |
Much to my surprise, the restaurant was actually very nice. surprise (much) to someone's surprise the feeling you have when something unusual or unexpected happens |
| 7730 |
I got you a little surprise for your birthday. surprise a present that you are not expecting to receive |
| 7731 |
He gave his son a job and surprise, surprise, in six months he became a director. surprise surprise, surprise used in a humorous way for saying that something is exactly what you expected or should have expected |
| 7732 |
The storm caught the fishermen completely by surprise. surprise to happen unexpectedly |
| 7733 |
Protesters marched into the governor's office, taking security forces by surprise. surprise to attack, catch, or find someone when they do not expect it |
| 7734 |
The violence of his language took us all by surprise. surprise to shock someone by unexpected behaviour |
| 7735 |
Her angry tone of voice surprised me. surprise to give someone a feeling of surprise |
| 7736 |
Mike decided to surprise Angie with flowers. surprise to give someone a feeling of surprise |
| 7737 |
It may surprise you to know that Frank used to be an athlete. surprise to give someone a feeling of surprise |
| 7738 |
It wouldn't surprise me if it snowed tonight. surprise to give someone a feeling of surprise |
| 7739 |
She surprised herself by finishing the race in less than 45 minutes. surprise surprise yourself to give someone a feeling of surprise |
| 7740 |
The soldiers surprised the men before they had a chance to escape. surprise to attack or find someone when they do not expect it |
| 7741 |
A teacher surprised the boys smoking cigarettes. surprise to discover someone doing something, especially something that they should not be doing |
| 7742 |
Shall we go to the pub for a drink? pub a place where people go to drink alcohol, especially in the UK and Ireland |
| 7743 |
pub food pub a place where people go to drink alcohol, especially in the UK and Ireland |
| 7744 |
Peaches are my favourite fruit. fruit a type of food that grows on trees or plants. It tastes sweet and contains seeds or a stone. Apples and oranges are fruit. Ripe fruit is ready to eat |
| 7745 |
Eat plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables. fruit fresh dried tinned fruit a type of food that grows on trees or plants. It tastes sweet and contains seeds or a stone. Apples and oranges are fruit. Ripe fruit is ready to eat |
| 7746 |
She always has a piece of fruit for dessert. fruit a piece of fruit (=one apple, orange etc) a type of food that grows on trees or plants. It tastes sweet and contains seeds or a stone. Apples and oranges are fruit. Ripe fruit is ready to eat |
| 7747 |
a fruit tree fruit made from fruit, or relating to fruit |
| 7748 |
Would you like water or fruit juice? fruit fruit juice yoghurt made from fruit, or relating to fruit |
| 7749 |
a shrub with white flowers and small red fruits fruit the part of a tree or plant that contains its seeds |
| 7750 |
Our policies must be given time to bear fruit. fruit to have a successful result |
| 7751 |
The book is the fruit of a collaboration between several groups. fruit the fruit fruits of something the good results that you get from something such as hard work |
| 7752 |
Retirement is a time to relax and enjoy the fruits of your labour. fruit the fruits of your labour the good results that you get from something such as hard work |
| 7753 |
There was a small office leading off a passage between the kitchen and the back door. passage a long narrow area with walls on each side that leads from one room or place to another |
| 7754 |
He read me a passage from his favourite book. passage a short section of a book, article, poem, or piece of music, considered on its own |
| 7755 |
This had been an embarrassing and regrettable passage in her career. passage a particular period, for example in someone's life or in a sports event |
| 7756 |
Branches and vines blocked our passage through the jungle. passage passage through a way through a place, especially when this is difficult |
| 7757 |
There was an icebreaker clearing a passage for ships through the ice. passage a way through a place, especially when this is difficult |
| 7758 |
The passage of heavy guns had left deep ruts in the field. passage movement past, over, or through a place |
| 7759 |
The bill had a surprisingly stormy passage through the House of Lords. passage passage through the process by which a bill is discussed in a parliament and becomes law |
| 7760 |
Her air passages were blocked. passage a tube in your body for air or liquid to pass along or pass through |
| 7761 |
He had saved enough money to pay his passage to America. passage passage to a journey or a ticket for a journey by ship to a place |
| 7762 |
He managed to work his passage on a Polish boat to Stockholm. passage work your passage (=pay for your ticket by working on the ship) a journey or a ticket for a journey by ship to a place |
| 7763 |
The beauty of the gardens had not faded with the passage of time. passage the passage of time the process by which time passes |
| 7764 |
The following examples illustrate our approach to customer service. illustrate to show what something is like, or to show that something is true |
| 7765 |
The case of Mrs King illustrates the importance of consulting your doctor. illustrate to show what something is like, or to show that something is true |
| 7766 |
Miriam quoted three case studies to illustrate her point. illustrate illustrate a point to show what something is like, or to show that something is true |
| 7767 |
The process is illustrated in Figure 4.6. illustrate to show something by using pictures, diagrams, lists of numbers etc |
| 7768 |
She has illustrated several children's books. illustrate to draw the pictures in a book, or to put pictures in a book |
| 7769 |
The cookbook is beautifully illustrated with colour photographs. illustrate fully lavishly beautifully illustrated to draw the pictures in a book, or to put pictures in a book |
| 7770 |
an illustrated talk on her travels in India illustrate to use pictures in a talk, document etc |
| 7771 |
I learned to ride only last year. ride to sit on an animal, especially a horse, and control its movements as it moves along |
| 7772 |
a group of children riding donkeys on the beach ride to sit on an animal, especially a horse, and control its movements as it moves along |
| 7773 |
Have you ever ridden on a camel? ride ride on to sit on an animal, especially a horse, and control its movements as it moves along |
| 7774 |
knights riding into battle ride ride into to sit on an animal, especially a horse, and control its movements as it moves along |
| 7775 |
She rode away at a gentle trot. ride ride away off to sit on an animal, especially a horse, and control its movements as it moves along |
| 7776 |
The little kids were riding their tricycles around the playground. ride to sit on a bicycle, motorcycle etc, and control it as it moves along |
| 7777 |
He rides to school on his bicycle. ride ride on to sit on a bicycle, motorcycle etc, and control it as it moves along |
| 7778 |
They rode off on their motorcycles. ride ride away off to sit on a bicycle, motorcycle etc, and control it as it moves along |
| 7779 |
They rode to the wedding in a carriage. ride ride in to travel in a car, train, plane etc, especially as a passenger |
| 7780 |
He enjoys riding around in his new car. ride ride around to travel in a car, train, plane etc, especially as a passenger |
| 7781 |
She did not ride on the bus all the way there. ride ride on to travel in a car, train, plane etc, especially as a passenger |
| 7782 |
They rode through the streets of the city. ride ride through to travel in a car, train, plane etc, especially as a passenger |
| 7783 |
the dangers of riding the New York subway at night ride to use a form of transport, especially as a passenger |
| 7784 |
Are you riding in tomorrow's race? ride to take part in a race on a horse, bicycle, motorcycle etc |
| 7785 |
surfers riding the waves ride to float, or to appear to float, on water or in the air |
| 7786 |
Seagulls were riding the air currents at the cliff face. ride to float, or to appear to float, on water or in the air |
| 7787 |
Back in the early 1990s the company was riding high. ride riding high having a period of success |
| 7788 |
The ride in the taxi was hot and bumpy. ride ride in a journey on a horse or other animal, on a bicycle or motorcycle, or in a vehicle |
| 7789 |
Jed let us have a ride on his horse. ride ride on a journey on a horse or other animal, on a bicycle or motorcycle, or in a vehicle |
| 7790 |
The bus ride from the airport was very pleasant. ride a bus car train etc ride a journey on a horse or other animal, on a bicycle or motorcycle, or in a vehicle |
| 7791 |
I went for a ride in a helicopter last week. ride go for a ride (in on something) a journey on a horse or other animal, on a bicycle or motorcycle, or in a vehicle |
| 7792 |
We thought it would be fun to take a ride in the balloon. ride take a ride (in something) a journey on a horse or other animal, on a bicycle or motorcycle, or in a vehicle |
| 7793 |
Billy won't let me have a ride on his bike. ride have a ride in on something a journey on a horse or other animal, on a bicycle or motorcycle, or in a vehicle |
| 7794 |
I'll get a ride home with Jeff. ride a free journey that you are given in someone's vehicle. The usual British word is lift |
| 7795 |
Would you like me to give you a ride to school? ride a free journey that you are given in someone's vehicle. The usual British word is lift |
| 7796 |
He hitched a ride with a passing car. ride hitch a ride (=ask for a ride) a free journey that you are given in someone's vehicle. The usual British word is lift |
| 7797 |
a fair with stalls, rides, and entertainment ride a machine at an amusement park (=a place outside where there are games and other activities) that people ride in for fun |
| 7798 |
Let's have another ride on the roller coaster. ride ride on a period of time that you spend on a machine at an amusement park |
| 7799 |
The guys all went to a football match, and I went along for the ride. ride be come go along for the ride to take part in an activity that other people are doing although you are not really interested in it |
| 7800 |
The opposition aren't going to give the new government an easy ride. ride easy rough ride a period of time when you experience no problems a lot of problems |
| 7801 |
I found out I'd been taken for a ride by someone I really trusted. ride take someone for a ride to trick, cheat, or lie to someone |
| 7802 |
How long will it take to finish digging the foundations? foundation the part of a structure of a building that is below the ground and supports the rest of it |
| 7803 |
He believes that religion is the foundation of a civilized society. foundation the most basic part of something from which the rest of it develops |
| 7804 |
The first two years of study provide a solid foundation in computing. foundation the most basic part of something from which the rest of it develops |
| 7805 |
Their current economic prosperity rests on rather weak foundations. foundation the most basic part of something from which the rest of it develops |
| 7806 |
the foundation of the first grammar schools foundation the process of creating or establishing a place or organization |
| 7807 |
The allegations made in the article were completely without foundation. foundation be without foundation not based on fact and not possible to prove |
| 7808 |
We marvelled at the view that opened up before us. marvel to show or feel surprise or admiration |
| 7809 |
an Italian Mexican restaurant restaurant a building or room where meals and drinks are sold to customers sitting at tables |
| 7810 |
a chain of restaurants restaurant a building or room where meals and drinks are sold to customers sitting at tables |
| 7811 |
His parents run a restaurant in the centre of town. restaurant a building or room where meals and drinks are sold to customers sitting at tables |
| 7812 |
I see they're opening a restaurant next door. restaurant a building or room where meals and drinks are sold to customers sitting at tables |
| 7813 |
He played a vital role in setting up the organization. vital play a vital role (in something) very important, necessary, or essential |
| 7814 |
Skilful employees are vital to the success of any company. vital vital to very important, necessary, or essential |
| 7815 |
To be able to cope with change is vital for survival. vital vital for very important, necessary, or essential |
| 7816 |
It is vital that schools teach students to use computer technology. vital it is vital that very important, necessary, or essential |
| 7817 |
He was young, vital, and handsome. vital full of energy and life |
| 7818 |
vital organs vital necessary to keep you alive |
| 7819 |
A fire was burning in the hearth. burn if a fire or flame burns, it produces light and heat |
| 7820 |
The flames seemed to burn even brighter. burn if a fire or flame burns, it produces light and heat |
| 7821 |
Homes were burning all over the village. burn if something is burning, it is being destroyed or damaged by fire. You can also say that it is on fire |
| 7822 |
The truck had been burning for some time. burn if something is burning, it is being destroyed or damaged by fire. You can also say that it is on fire |
| 7823 |
Demonstrators burned flags outside the embassy. burn to damage or destroy something with fire |
| 7824 |
The cigarette burnt a hole in her blouse. burn burn a hole in something to damage or destroy something with fire |
| 7825 |
The city of Tortona was burnt to the ground. burn burn something to the ground (=completely destroy it by fire) to damage or destroy something with fire |
| 7826 |
According to early reports, many people were burnt to death in their beds. burn to injure or kill someone by setting fire to them |
| 7827 |
Have you burnt the toast again? burn if food burns, or if you burn it, it gets spoiled by being cooked for too long or at too high a temperature |
| 7828 |
The sand was so hot it burnt my feet. burn to injure someone or a part of your body with something hot |
| 7829 |
Wear a hat so you don't burn your neck. burn if your skin burns, or if the sun burns it, it becomes red and painful because of the heat from the sun |
| 7830 |
Jets burn less fuel the higher they go. burn to use something such as petrol or coal to produce heat or energy |
| 7831 |
You're not allowed to burn coal in this area. burn to use something such as petrol or coal to produce heat or energy |
| 7832 |
To change your body shape you need to burn calories. burn to use fat or energy in your body |
| 7833 |
fat-burning exercises burn to use fat or energy in your body |
| 7834 |
The acid had burnt a hole in my sweater. burn if a chemical burns something, it damages it by destroying the places it touches |
| 7835 |
The antiseptic really burned when I rubbed it on. burn to produce an unpleasant stinging feeling on your skin |
| 7836 |
The whisky burned his throat as it went down. burn if alcohol or spicy food burns, it produces an unpleasant stinging feeling in your mouth and throat |
| 7837 |
I was burning with curiosity, but didn't dare ask what happened. burn burn with to feel a very strong emotion or a great need for someone or something |
| 7838 |
I was burning to know how he had got on in New York. burn burn to do something to feel a very strong emotion or a great need for someone or something |
| 7839 |
Sara left all the lights burning. burn if a light is burning, it is switched on |
| 7840 |
musicians who were burned by greedy record companies burn to suffer by losing money, especially in an unsuccessful business deal |
| 7841 |
Be polite – you don't want to burn your bridges with her. burn burn your boats bridges to do something that makes it impossible for you to return to the situation you were in before |
| 7842 |
They got their fingers burnt and lost a lot of money. burn burn your fingers to have a bad experience when something such as a relationship or a business deal goes wrong |
| 7843 |
He suffered burns to his face and hands. burn an injury that you get when something burns your skin |
| 7844 |
There were cigarette burns all over the carpet. burn a mark that appears on something when something burns it |
| 7845 |
a map of northern Europe the London Underground New York City map map of a drawing of an area that shows the positions of things such as countries, rivers, cities, and streets |
| 7846 |
They never taught us how to read a map at school. map read a map (=understand what a map shows) a drawing of an area that shows the positions of things such as countries, rivers, cities, and streets |
| 7847 |
Juliet was studying the map to decide which route to take. map study a map (=look carefully at a map) a drawing of an area that shows the positions of things such as countries, rivers, cities, and streets |
| 7848 |
a map of the human brain map used about other types of drawing that show the positions of things |
| 7849 |
It's a little town in Nebraska, right off the map. map far away from towns and cities |
| 7850 |
He said he had enough explosive to wipe the island off the map. map completely destroyed, or no longer existing as a country, city, etc |
| 7851 |
It was a role that really put her on the map as a serious actor. map put someone something on the map to make someone or something famous |
| 7852 |
Scientists have succeeded in mapping the human genome. map to find the position of something, or to find the positions of the parts of something |
| 7853 |
Local people are united in their opposition to the site. united united in if people are united, they have the same aims or beliefs |
| 7854 |
The Labour party is far from united on this issue. united united on if people are united, they have the same aims or beliefs |
| 7855 |
a family united in their grief united used about people who are all affected by something in the same way |
| 7856 |
a united effort to reduce crime united involving people working together |
| 7857 |
The unions are hoping to present a united front in the negotiations. united united front (=a public appearance of being united) involving people working together |
| 7858 |
They opposed the idea of a united Germany. united joined together |
| 7859 |
Manchester United united used in the names of some football teams |
| 7860 |
Secure your bike with this simple locking device. device a machine or piece of equipment that does a particular thing |
| 7861 |
a device for measuring humidity in the air device device for a machine or piece of equipment that does a particular thing |
| 7862 |
labour-saving devices like the dishwasher and the microwave device labour-saving device (=a machine that reduces the work you have to do) a machine or piece of equipment that does a particular thing |
| 7863 |
The device exploded only a short distance away from her. device a bomb |
| 7864 |
a nuclear device device a bomb |
| 7865 |
We needed a device to get him out of the house. device a way of making something happen or of making someone do something |
| 7866 |
Hitchcock employs various devices to build up suspense. device a way that a writer, artist etc creates a particular effect or makes people have a particular reaction |
| 7867 |
Left to my own devices (=if no one stopped me), I'd probably watch TV every night. device leave someone to their own devices to leave someone alone to do whatever they want |
| 7868 |
His dad works in my office. dad your father |
| 7869 |
Can I borrow some money, Dad? dad your father |
| 7870 |
You'll have to jump if you want to catch it. jump to move your body off the ground using your legs |
| 7871 |
I had to jump around a bit to get warm. jump jump about around to move your body off the ground using your legs |
| 7872 |
The cat jumped up onto my lap. jump jump up to move your body off the ground using your legs |
| 7873 |
The children were all jumping up and down and cheering. jump jump up and down to move your body off the ground using your legs |
| 7874 |
Tanya jumped the fence and walked across the field. jump to move your body over something by pushing yourself off the ground using your legs |
| 7875 |
I jumped over the wall. jump jump over to move your body over something by pushing yourself off the ground using your legs |
| 7876 |
They jump from the plane at about eight thousand feet. jump jump from out of off to push yourself, or to let yourself drop, from a very high place |
| 7877 |
I grabbed my son and jumped out of the window. jump to push yourself, or to let yourself drop, from a very high place |
| 7878 |
Don't jump down the stairs! jump jump down to push yourself, or to let yourself drop, from a place that is a short distance above the ground |
| 7879 |
He jumped from his horse. jump jump from off to push yourself, or to let yourself drop, from a place that is a short distance above the ground |
| 7880 |
Ella jumped into the car and drove off at high speed. jump jump into onto to to move somewhere very suddenly |
| 7881 |
The noise made her jump. jump make someone jump to get a shock and suddenly move your body slightly because of this. If you jump out of your skin, you get a very big shock |
| 7882 |
When he talked to me, I felt my heart jump. jump if your heart jumps, it suddenly feels as if it is not beating regularly, for example because you are frightened or excited |
| 7883 |
He banged the table with his fist and the glasses jumped. jump if an object jumps, it moves suddenly |
| 7884 |
Profits jumped by 15% last year. jump to increase or improve suddenly by a large amount |
| 7885 |
Williams jumped from 39th to 5th in the world rankings. jump to increase or improve suddenly by a large amount |
| 7886 |
The conversation suddenly jumped back to what had happened yesterday. jump jump from to back to move quickly from one idea to another, in a way that is confusing or wrong |
| 7887 |
We shouldn't jump to conclusions about the cause of the problem. jump jump to conclusions (=make a decision too quickly without knowing all the facts) to move quickly from one idea to another, in a way that is confusing or wrong |
| 7888 |
I'm sorry, I've jumped a paragraph. jump to move from one part of something to another part and miss something |
| 7889 |
Let's now jump to page 10. jump jump to to move from one part of something to another part and miss something |
| 7890 |
He gives the orders and I'm expected to jump. jump to immediately do what someone tells you to do although you do not want to do it |
| 7891 |
He was jumped by a gang of teenagers. jump to attack someone physically |
| 7892 |
The screen (=the images on the screen) on this computer keeps jumping. jump to work in a way that is not continuous or smooth |
| 7893 |
We weren't exactly jumping for joy at the news. jump to be very pleased about something |
| 7894 |
She jumped to her feet as the teacher walked into the room. jump jump to your feet to stand up very quickly |
| 7895 |
a parachute bungee jump jump a movement in which you jump from a high place |
| 7896 |
She won with a jump of 6.96 metres. jump the distance that you travel when you jump in a competition |
| 7897 |
Sylvia woke with a jump. jump a sudden movement that you make when you get a shock |
| 7898 |
The horse fell at the first jump. jump a structure that a horse or runner jumps over |
| 7899 |
There has been a 25% jump in profits. jump jump in a sudden increase |
| 7900 |
There's a big jump from Grade Two to Grade Four. jump a big difference or change |
| 7901 |
He always seems to be one jump ahead of me. jump be stay one jump ahead (of someone) to do something before someone else or more successfully than someone else |
| 7902 |
The Japanese, once again, may be embarrassing the US manufacturers by getting the jump on them. jump have get the jump on someone to be in a stronger position than someone else |
| 7903 |
It's difficult to estimate the cost of making your house safe. estimate to say what you think an amount or value will be, either by guessing or by using available information to calculate it |
| 7904 |
The Antarctic ice cap is estimated to contain 90% of the world's fresh water. estimate to say what you think an amount or value will be, either by guessing or by using available information to calculate it |
| 7905 |
The total cost was estimated at 600,000. estimate estimate something at something to say what you think an amount or value will be, either by guessing or by using available information to calculate it |
| 7906 |
We estimate that 20 per cent of the harvest has been lost. estimate estimate (that) to say what you think an amount or value will be, either by guessing or by using available information to calculate it |
| 7907 |
It is impossible to estimate how many of the residents were affected. estimate estimate how much many to say what you think an amount or value will be, either by guessing or by using available information to calculate it |
| 7908 |
An estimated 300,000 people came to the demonstration. estimate |
| 7909 |
According to official estimates, over 25% of carbon emissions come from the United States. estimate an amount that you guess or calculate using the information available |
| 7910 |
It is difficult to obtain an accurate estimate of how many tigers are left. estimate an amount that you guess or calculate using the information available |
| 7911 |
The figure mentioned is just a rough estimate. estimate a rough estimate an amount that you guess or calculate using the information available |
| 7912 |
Can you give us an estimate for the repairs to the roof? estimate a statement telling a customer how much money you will charge if they employ you to do a particular piece of work |
| 7913 |
The agreement doesn't allow you to conduct business from your home. conduct to do something in an organized way. In ordinary speech it is more usual to say that someone carries something out |
| 7914 |
Gonzalez has conducted an impressive electoral campaign. conduct to do something in an organized way. In ordinary speech it is more usual to say that someone carries something out |
| 7915 |
The interview was conducted by telephone. conduct to do something in an organized way. In ordinary speech it is more usual to say that someone carries something out |
| 7916 |
He has conducted himself with dignity. conduct conduct yourself to behave in a particular way |
| 7917 |
Two players were sent off for violent conduct. conduct the way someone behaves, especially in relation to particular rules or accepted ways of behaving |
| 7918 |
Many observers criticized the conduct of the trial. conduct the way in which a process or activity is managed |
| 7919 |
products that are derived from animals derive be derived from something to receive or obtain something from something else |
| 7920 |
They derive such great enjoyment from these simple games. derive derive something from something to receive or obtain something from something else |
| 7921 |
Their fear derives from a belief that these people have supernatural powers. derive derive from to have something as an origin |
| 7922 |
driving from east to west east the direction that is in front of you when you are facing the rising sun, and is usually on the right on a map |
| 7923 |
Which way is east? east the direction that is in front of you when you are facing the rising sun, and is usually on the right on a map |
| 7924 |
They live in the east of the city. east the part of a country, region, or place that is in the east |
| 7925 |
Most of the region's forests are in the east. east the part of a country, region, or place that is in the east |
| 7926 |
Drive east until you come to the river. east towards the east |
| 7927 |
Her house faces east. east towards the east |
| 7928 |
She lives 40 miles east of Rome. east east of (=at a distance to the east) towards the east |
| 7929 |
the east side of the house east in the east, or facing towards the east |
| 7930 |
East Africa east in the east, or facing towards the east |
| 7931 |
I'm afraid I'm not able to advise you. advise to give your opinion to someone about the best thing to do in a particular situation |
| 7932 |
Her doctor advised her to rest. advise advise someone to do something to give your opinion to someone about the best thing to do in a particular situation |
| 7933 |
Students are advised to read all the questions carefully. advise to give your opinion to someone about the best thing to do in a particular situation |
| 7934 |
Police are advising the public against travelling in the fog. advise advise someone against something to give your opinion to someone about the best thing to do in a particular situation |
| 7935 |
The bank advised us that we should increase our insurance cover. advise advise someone that to give your opinion to someone about the best thing to do in a particular situation |
| 7936 |
Experts advise that sunscreen should be reapplied on an hourly basis. advise advise that to give your opinion to someone about the best thing to do in a particular situation |
| 7937 |
I strongly advise you to reject the offer. advise strongly advise to give your opinion to someone about the best thing to do in a particular situation |
| 7938 |
Our team of legal experts will be pleased to help and advise you. advise to give people advice, especially as your job |
| 7939 |
His job is to advise the government on public health issues. advise advise someone on about something to give people advice, especially as your job |
| 7940 |
She advises clients where to invest their money. advise advise someone what where how when to give people advice, especially as your job |
| 7941 |
He was called in to advise on the use of computers in the classroom. advise advise on something to give people advice, especially as your job |
| 7942 |
The committee will advise all applicants of its decision by 30 June. advise to tell someone facts or information that they need to know |
| 7943 |
The letter advised that the time of the meeting had changed. advise advise that to tell someone facts or information that they need to know |
| 7944 |
He would be well advised to practise a bit harder before the next game. advise someone would be well better advised to do something used for saying what someone should definitely do |
| 7945 |
In spite of all its advances, medical science still knows little about the brain. advance progress or an instance of progress in science, technology, human knowledge etc |
| 7946 |
major advances in computer technology advance advance in progress or an instance of progress in science, technology, human knowledge etc |
| 7947 |
ethical questions raised by the advance of genetic engineering advance the advance of something progress or an instance of progress in science, technology, human knowledge etc |
| 7948 |
The author has signed a publishing deal for an advance of 500,000. advance a payment for work that is given before the work is complete |
| 7949 |
I asked for an advance on next month's salary. advance an amount of money that is paid to someone before the usual time |
| 7950 |
The rebels continued their advance on the capital city. advance a forward movement towards someone or something, especially by an army |
| 7951 |
Evans denied making sexual advances to her. advance make advances an attempt to have a sexual relationship with someone, especially when they do not want it |
| 7952 |
Details of the meeting had been circulated well in advance. advance in advance if you do something in advance, you do it in preparation for a particular time or event in the future |
| 7953 |
Parents are sent a reading list a few weeks in advance of the start of the school year. advance in advance of if you do something in advance, you do it in preparation for a particular time or event in the future |
| 7954 |
We require 30 days' advance notice if you wish to cancel your membership. advance done, obtained, or announced before a particular time or event |
| 7955 |
There was no advance warning before the earthquake hit. advance done, obtained, or announced before a particular time or event |
| 7956 |
advance reservations tickets advance done, obtained, or announced before a particular time or event |
| 7957 |
an advance party team unit advance sent to a place before a larger group that will arrive later |
| 7958 |
Before he could advance another step, the men ran away. advance to move forward and towards someone or something |
| 7959 |
Troops are advancing on the village. advance advance on to move forward and towards someone or something |
| 7960 |
The technician advanced the film by a few frames. advance to make something such as a film or videotape move forward |
| 7961 |
Information technology has advanced dramatically since the 1960s. advance to progress and become better or more developed |
| 7962 |
His cancer had now advanced so far that it could not be treated. advance to progress and become better or more developed |
| 7963 |
They use the Internet as a tool to advance their research. advance to help something progress and become more developed or successful |
| 7964 |
He will do anything to advance his career. advance to help something progress and become more developed or successful |
| 7965 |
We are working to advance the cause of world peace. advance to help something progress and become more developed or successful |
| 7966 |
She advanced the theory that children learn more from their friends than from their parents. advance to suggest something for people to consider |
| 7967 |
I asked the school to advance the funds for my trip. advance to give or lend someone money before the usual time or before they do something |
| 7968 |
The bank is refusing to advance him any money. advance advance someone something to give or lend someone money before the usual time or before they do something |
| 7969 |
Stock market trading advanced slightly today. advance to increase in value |
| 7970 |
The silly sod forgot to tell them. sod a word for someone who you dislike or who annoys you |
| 7971 |
The key's a sod to turn. sod used for describing something that is difficult to do |
| 7972 |
Everyone was laughing at the poor sod. sod poor sod used for saying that you feel sorry for someone |
| 7973 |
Sod it! We've run out of petrol. sod used when you are angry or impatient about something |
| 7974 |
Sod this; let's go home. sod used for saying that you no longer want to make an effort or are no longer interested in something |
| 7975 |
The pump is powered by an electric motor. motor the part of a machine or vehicle that makes it work or move |
| 7976 |
When did you buy the new motor? motor a car |
| 7977 |
motor insurance motor relating to or involving motor vehicles |
| 7978 |
motor manufacturing motor relating to or involving motor vehicles |
| 7979 |
motor skills motor relating to the way that you use muscles and control their movement |
| 7980 |
an agreement that is unlikely to satisfy environmental campaigners satisfy to please someone by giving them something that they want or need |
| 7981 |
It's impossible to satisfy everyone. satisfy to please someone by giving them something that they want or need |
| 7982 |
celebrities who will do almost anything to satisfy their craving for publicity satisfy if something satisfies your needs or wants, it gives you what you need or want |
| 7983 |
I just want to satisfy my curiosity – why did he do it? satisfy satisfy someone's curiosity if something satisfies your needs or wants, it gives you what you need or want |
| 7984 |
There's nothing like a cold beer to satisfy your thirst. satisfy satisfy someone's hunger appetite thirst if something satisfies your needs or wants, it gives you what you need or want |
| 7985 |
Entire forests are being destroyed to satisfy the demand for wooden furniture. satisfy satisfy the demand for something (=provide as much as people want) if something satisfies your needs or wants, it gives you what you need or want |
| 7986 |
Students must satisfy all requirements to be accepted on the course. satisfy if something satisfies a rule, condition, or standard, it has all the qualities or features that are necessary according to the rule, condition etc |
| 7987 |
The prosecution has to satisfy the jury that the defendant is guilty. satisfy satisfy someone yourself (that) to provide someone with the evidence that they need in order to be certain that something is true |
| 7988 |
We'll be carrying out our own inspection, to satisfy ourselves that safety standards are acceptable. satisfy to provide someone with the evidence that they need in order to be certain that something is true |
| 7989 |
a German restaurant German relating to Germany, or its language or culture |
| 7990 |
It's been hell trying to keep this secret for so long. hell a situation that is extremely unpleasant |
| 7991 |
For a sensitive child this ridicule can be sheer hell. hell absolute pure sheer utter hell a situation that is extremely unpleasant |
| 7992 |
She's been going through hell since her husband died. hell go through hell a situation that is extremely unpleasant |
| 7993 |
The past few days have been a living hell for both of us. hell a living hell (=a very frightening or upsetting experience) a situation that is extremely unpleasant |
| 7994 |
He's put us all through hell in the last few weeks. hell put someone through hell a situation that is extremely unpleasant |
| 7995 |
All hell will break loose when my parents hear about this. hell all hell breaks loose used for saying that something happens that makes people angry or upset, and they start fighting or arguing |
| 7996 |
I was angry and hurt and jealous as hell. hell used for emphasizing something bad or unpleasant |
| 7997 |
The track is as bumpy as hell. hell used for emphasizing something bad or unpleasant |
| 7998 |
I'm serious as hell. I'm leaving him. hell used for general emphasis |
| 7999 |
I know what you want, as sure as hell. hell (as) sure as hell used for general emphasis |
| 8000 |
I'm determined to get to the bottom of this, come hell or high water. hell come hell or high water even though there may be problems or difficulties |
| 8001 |
I kissed him just for the hell of it. hell for the hell of it just for fun, and not for any serious reason |
| 8002 |
If you want to be shaken, this film will scare the hell out of you. hell frighten scare beat kick the hell out of someone to frighten or hurt someone very badly |
| 8003 |
the holiday from hell hell the something from hell an especially difficult or unpleasant example of a person or thing |
| 8004 |
We'd better get the hell out of here. hell get the hell out to leave a place as quickly as you can |
| 8005 |
Caroline would give me hell if she thought I'd lied. hell give someone hell to be very angry with someone or treat them severely |
| 8006 |
I told her to go to hell. hell used for telling someone angrily to go away or stop annoying you |
| 8007 |
As far as I'm concerned, they can all go to hell. hell used for showing that you are angry with someone or something and do not care about them any more |
| 8008 |
I got out of the truck and ran like hell. hell with a lot of speed or effort |
| 8009 |
'He'll change his mind.' 'Like hell he will!' hell used for showing that you doubt something or do not believe it |
| 8010 |
Nobody thought Harold Washington had a snowball's chance in hell of winning. hell not a hope chance in hell no hope or chance at all |
| 8011 |
It must be a hell of a job trying to organize all this information. hell used for emphasizing what you are saying |
| 8012 |
Everyone thinks you're one hell of a guy. hell used for emphasizing how good something is |
| 8013 |
The fog played merry hell with the traffic. hell play (merry) hell with to cause trouble for someone or something |
| 8014 |
Young people were getting drunk and raising hell. hell to make a lot of noise or trouble |
| 8015 |
There'll be hell to pay if she finds out. hell there'll be hell to pay used for saying that someone will be in a lot of trouble |
| 8016 |
Hell will freeze over before she ever utters the word 'Sorry'. hell till hell freezes over used for saying that something is very unlikely to happen |
| 8017 |
To hell with Miles, who needs him? hell to hell with used for showing that you are angry with someone or something and do not care about them any more |
| 8018 |
I'm supposed to be on a diet, but what the hell! hell what the hell used for showing that something does not matter |
| 8019 |
Hell, what have I done with that piece of paper? hell used for showing that you are angry or annoyed |
| 8020 |
Hell, when was the last time he took a day off? hell used for emphasis |
| 8021 |
The winner of the tournament gets 50,000. winner someone who wins a race, competition, or prize |
| 8022 |
She was a gold medal winner at the last Olympics. winner someone who wins a race, competition, or prize |
| 8023 |
There was a standing ovation for the three-time winner of the competition. winner someone who wins a race, competition, or prize |
| 8024 |
The next shot would decide the winner. winner decide the winner (=decide who is the winner) someone who wins a race, competition, or prize |
| 8025 |
Phillips scored the winner only three minutes from time. winner the goal or shot that wins a game |
| 8026 |
Her latest book looks like another winner. winner something that is very popular or successful |
| 8027 |
With Australia 24 points ahead at half-time, the game was effectively over. effectively used for saying what the situation really is, although its appearance or official description might be different |
| 8028 |
Effectively the loan is interest-free. effectively used for saying what the situation really is, although its appearance or official description might be different |
| 8029 |
The system could deliver services to local communities more effectively. effectively in a way that works well and produces the result that you intended |
| 8030 |
I won't make the same mistake again! mistake make a mistake something that you have not done correctly, or something you say or think that is not correct |
| 8031 |
Don't worry: it's an easy mistake to make. mistake something that you have not done correctly, or something you say or think that is not correct |
| 8032 |
It's much easier to correct mistakes at an early stage. mistake correct a mistake something that you have not done correctly, or something you say or think that is not correct |
| 8033 |
I wish you'd admitted your mistake earlier. mistake admit a mistake something that you have not done correctly, or something you say or think that is not correct |
| 8034 |
spelling grammar mistakes mistake something that you say or write in a way that is not correct |
| 8035 |
You're making a big mistake. mistake a big terrible serious mistake something you do that you later wish you had not done, because it causes a lot of problems |
| 8036 |
The wrong choice of computer could prove a costly mistake. mistake a costly expensive mistake something you do that you later wish you had not done, because it causes a lot of problems |
| 8037 |
Marrying him had been the biggest mistake of her life. mistake the biggest mistake of something something you do that you later wish you had not done, because it causes a lot of problems |
| 8038 |
It would be a mistake to think that the trouble is over. mistake it would be a mistake to do something something you do that you later wish you had not done, because it causes a lot of problems |
| 8039 |
I made the mistake of inviting Jennifer to the party. mistake make the mistake of doing something something you do that you later wish you had not done, because it causes a lot of problems |
| 8040 |
I'm sorry – I opened one of your letters by mistake. mistake by mistake if you do something by mistake, you do it accidentally |
| 8041 |
I'll go to the police next time – make no mistake about it. mistake make no mistake (about it) used for emphasizing that you mean what you are saying |
| 8042 |
They were a greedy bunch, no mistake. mistake no mistake used for emphasizing what you are saying |
| 8043 |
Kathryn was a beautiful woman, and no mistake. mistake and no mistake used for emphasizing what you are saying |
| 8044 |
I'm afraid I mistook the nature of our relationship. mistake to not understand something correctly |
| 8045 |
There was no mistaking the surprise on his face when I told him the news. mistake there is no mistaking something used for saying that you cannot fail to understand or recognize something |
| 8046 |
an embarrassing incident incident something that happens, especially a violent, criminal, or dangerous event |
| 8047 |
Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident. incident something that happens, especially a violent, criminal, or dangerous event |
| 8048 |
The anniversary of the massacre passed without incident. incident without incident something that happens, especially a violent, criminal, or dangerous event |
| 8049 |
A military spokeswoman said that the shooting was an isolated incident. incident an isolated incident (=an event that is not connected with other events) something that happens, especially a violent, criminal, or dangerous event |
| 8050 |
The pilot radioed ahead to Gatwick to warn of a major incident on board. incident a major minor incident something that happens, especially a violent, criminal, or dangerous event |
| 8051 |
I know you're tired, but try to focus. focus to concentrate on something and pay particular attention to it |
| 8052 |
We will focus upon three main topics. focus focus on upon to concentrate on something and pay particular attention to it |
| 8053 |
Attention has been focused recently on the dangers of nuclear reactors. focus focus attention on something to concentrate on something and pay particular attention to it |
| 8054 |
He found himself struggling to focus his mind on the discussion. focus focus your mind on something to concentrate on something and pay particular attention to it |
| 8055 |
Schools should not focus exclusively on exam results. focus focus solely entirely particularly exclusively on something to concentrate on something and pay particular attention to it |
| 8056 |
Efforts are now focused on cleaning up the beaches. focus focus efforts energy on something to concentrate on something and pay particular attention to it |
| 8057 |
She leaned on a rock, focusing her binoculars. focus to turn a part on a camera, telescope, microscope etc until you can see something clearly |
| 8058 |
The television cameras were focused on the crowd. focus focus on to turn a part on a camera, telescope, microscope etc until you can see something clearly |
| 8059 |
It took a while for my eyes to focus in the dim light of the cave. focus if your eyes focus, or if you focus your eyes, you look at something carefully until you can start to see it clearly |
| 8060 |
Polly focused her gaze on Nathan. focus focus your eyes gaze on someone something if your eyes focus, or if you focus your eyes, you look at something carefully until you can start to see it clearly |
| 8061 |
The main focus of the discussion was the way in which women are portrayed in advertising. focus the main primary major focus the thing that people are concentrating on or paying particular attention to |
| 8062 |
At this point, the focus of the war moved to the Eastern Front. focus focus of the thing that people are concentrating on or paying particular attention to |
| 8063 |
We have chosen six communities as the focus for our study. focus focus for the thing that people are concentrating on or paying particular attention to |
| 8064 |
The teaching of basic mathematics has been a particular focus of our attention. focus focus of attention the thing that people are concentrating on or paying particular attention to |
| 8065 |
The oil crisis became the focus of Western concern in the early 1970s. focus focus of concern the thing that people are concentrating on or paying particular attention to |
| 8066 |
I'd like to see more focus on economic policy. focus focus on particular attention paid to something |
| 8067 |
The school puts a strong focus on academic achievement. focus strong sharp focus particular attention paid to something |
| 8068 |
The report calls for greater focus on the needs of the poor. focus greater focus particular attention paid to something |
| 8069 |
They are trying to shift the focus more towards domestic policy. focus shift change move the focus particular attention paid to something |
| 8070 |
The issue of pedestrian safety has been brought sharply into focus this week. focus bring throw something into focus (=make people pay particular attention to it) particular attention paid to something |
| 8071 |
All the lessons have a very clear focus. focus the act of concentrating on a particular aim and not wasting time or energy on other things |
| 8072 |
I think this marketing campaign has lost its focus. focus the act of concentrating on a particular aim and not wasting time or energy on other things |
| 8073 |
A lot of young adults seem to lack focus in their lives. focus lack focus the act of concentrating on a particular aim and not wasting time or energy on other things |
| 8074 |
Some of the photographs aren't quite in focus. focus in focus (=able to be seen clearly) the state of being able to be seen clearly |
| 8075 |
Dad's face gradually came into focus in the viewfinder. focus come into focus (=start to be seen clearly) the state of being able to be seen clearly |
| 8076 |
Some of the shots seemed to be out of focus. focus out of focus (=not able to be seen clearly) the state of being able to be seen clearly |
| 8077 |
The dove in the picture is a representation of peace. representation a sign, symbol, or picture of something |
| 8078 |
You should get legal representation (=get a lawyer to help you) immediately. representation a person or group that speaks, acts, or is present for another person, group, or organization |
| 8079 |
France had no representation at the peace talks. representation a person or group that speaks, acts, or is present for another person, group, or organization |
| 8080 |
Dissatisfied parents have made representations to their local school. representation make representations about to formal complaints that you make to an official organization |
| 8081 |
A light breeze stirred the leaves of the tall oak tree outside her window. leaf a flat thin green part of a tree or plant that grows on a branch or stem |
| 8082 |
falling autumn leaves leaf a flat thin green part of a tree or plant that grows on a branch or stem |
| 8083 |
The trees were already in leaf. leaf be in leaf (=have produced leaves in spring) a flat thin green part of a tree or plant that grows on a branch or stem |
| 8084 |
The hedgerows were just coming into leaf. leaf come into leaf (=start to produce leaves in spring) a flat thin green part of a tree or plant that grows on a branch or stem |
| 8085 |
a leaf of paper leaf leaf of a sheet of paper, especially in a book |
| 8086 |
one of the leaves of a book leaf a sheet of paper, especially in a book |
| 8087 |
They should take a leaf out of industry's book and pay both management and staff on results. leaf take a leaf out of from someone's book to copy what someone else does because they are successful at doing it |
| 8088 |
He says he's turned over a new leaf, but I have my doubts. leaf turn over a new leaf to change your life by starting to be a better person or stopping a bad habit |
| 8089 |
She sat leafing through a newspaper, watching the door. leaf leaf through to turn the pages of a book or a pile of papers quickly and without looking at them carefully |
| 8090 |
the border between Hungary and Romania border border between the official line separating two countries or regions |
| 8091 |
Iraq's northern border with Turkey border border with the official line separating two countries or regions |
| 8092 |
Thousands of refugees were fleeing across the border. border across over the border the official line separating two countries or regions |
| 8093 |
You can't cross the border without a passport. border cross the border the official line separating two countries or regions |
| 8094 |
Troops have sealed the border in an effort to catch the guerrillas. border close seal a border the official line separating two countries or regions |
| 8095 |
a town on the Canadian border border on the border the area close to a border |
| 8096 |
border guards border close to or relating to a border |
| 8097 |
the border town of Venlo border close to or relating to a border |
| 8098 |
border disputes between neighbouring countries border close to or relating to a border |
| 8099 |
cotton sheets with a lace border border a band or pattern around the edge of something, especially for decoration |
| 8100 |
Rushes grew on the borders of the lake. border the land around the edge of something |
| 8101 |
The canal is bordered by poplar trees. border to form a line along the edge of something |
| 8102 |
the wide avenue that borders the park border to form a line along the edge of something |
| 8103 |
Jordan holds a key position, bordering both Israel and Iraq. border to be next to another country or region |
| 8104 |
I've got to wash the car. wash to clean something, usually with soap and water |
| 8105 |
a freshly washed shirt wash to clean something, usually with soap and water |
| 8106 |
Wash your hands before you touch the food. wash to clean a part of your body, usually with soap and water |
| 8107 |
He washed and dressed quickly. wash to clean a part of your body, usually with soap and water |
| 8108 |
Some very strange things get washed ashore here. wash washed ashore if the sea washes an object somewhere, it carries it there |
| 8109 |
The island's western shore is washed by the warm waters of the Pacific. wash if the sea washes an area of land, it touches it |
| 8110 |
She felt anxiety wash over her. wash if a feeling washes over or through you, you feel it very strongly and unexpectedly |
| 8111 |
Such a careless attitude to safety will not wash any more. wash something does will not wash used for saying that you do not believe or accept a particular idea, excuse, or way of behaving |
| 8112 |
I've decided to wash my hands of her. wash wash your hands of to say or show that you do not want to be involved with someone or something and that you are not responsible for them |
| 8113 |
The government had washed their hands of the affair. wash wash your hands of the affair matter to say or show that you do not want to be involved with someone or something and that you are not responsible for them |
| 8114 |
These trousers need a wash. wash the process of washing someone or something |
| 8115 |
After a few washes the colour faded. wash the process of washing someone or something |
| 8116 |
I'll give my hair a quick wash before we go. wash give something a wash the process of washing someone or something |
| 8117 |
Did you put the duvet in the wash? wash in the wash clothes that are being washed, or the process of washing clothes |
| 8118 |
the wash of a passing boat wash the flowing movement of water in the sea |
| 8119 |
The last wash of sunlight shone through the clouds. wash a thin layer of something such as colour or light |
| 8120 |
a wash of pain warmth anger wash a wash of something a sudden strong feeling |
| 8121 |
Who knows what really happened? I guess it will come out in the wash. wash used for saying that people will always find out the truth about something |
| 8122 |
Don't worry, it will all come out in the wash. wash used for saying that you are sure you will find a solution to the problem that you have |
| 8123 |
The prospects for employment in the technology sector are especially good right now. prospect prospect for the possibility that something will happen, especially something good |
| 8124 |
Doctors say there is little prospect of any improvement in his condition. prospect prospect of the possibility that something will happen, especially something good |
| 8125 |
We have an exciting match in prospect. prospect in prospect (=expected or being considered) the possibility that something will happen, especially something good |
| 8126 |
Spending a week at his cousin's farm was an exciting prospect. prospect something that you expect or know is going to happen in the future, or the thought of this |
| 8127 |
Her heart sank at the prospect of introducing him to her family. prospect prospect of something that you expect or know is going to happen in the future, or the thought of this |
| 8128 |
Your employment prospects would be much better if you finished your degree. prospect chances of success, especially in a job or career |
| 8129 |
Sean is one of our brightest young prospects. prospect a person who has a good chance of success |
| 8130 |
She's been on the phone all day calling various new prospects. prospect a possible or likely customer |
| 8131 |
From the hill we had an excellent prospect of the river valley below. prospect a view of a wide area of land or water, especially from a high place |
| 8132 |
A strong wind was blowing across the moors. blow if wind or air blows, the air moves |
| 8133 |
There's an awful draught blowing in through this window. blow if wind or air blows, the air moves |
| 8134 |
The wind was blowing snow along the street. blow if something blows or is blown somewhere, the wind moves it there |
| 8135 |
A man died after being blown into the sea. blow if something blows or is blown somewhere, the wind moves it there |
| 8136 |
Newspapers and plastic bags were blowing about in the wind. blow if something blows or is blown somewhere, the wind moves it there |
| 8137 |
A strong gust of wind blew his hat off his head. blow if something blows or is blown somewhere, the wind moves it there |
| 8138 |
He bent towards the candle and blew gently. blow to push out air from your mouth |
| 8139 |
If your soup's too hot, blow on it. blow to push out air from your mouth |
| 8140 |
She picked up a book and blew the dust off it. blow blow something off away to move something by pushing out air from your mouth |
| 8141 |
Two little boys were sitting on the steps, blowing bubbles. blow blow bubbles to form something by pushing out air from your mouth |
| 8142 |
Visitors can watch the men blowing glass in the workshop. blow blow glass to form something by pushing out air from your mouth |
| 8143 |
The guard blew his whistle and the train started. blow to make a sound by pushing air through something such as a whistle or a musical instrument |
| 8144 |
The light bulb in the projector had blown. blow if something electrical blows, it stops working, usually because too much electricity has passed through it |
| 8145 |
A power surge blew all the fuses, and the house was plunged into darkness. blow if something electrical blows, it stops working, usually because too much electricity has passed through it |
| 8146 |
Kathy was turning the corner when one of the front tyres blew. blow if a tyre blows, or if you blow it, it bursts |
| 8147 |
I've completely blown my diet with that piece of chocolate cake. blow to destroy your own chance of succeeding, or to waste a good opportunity |
| 8148 |
We were in with a good chance for that contract but you've really blown it now! blow blow it to destroy your own chance of succeeding, or to waste a good opportunity |
| 8149 |
He inherited a fortune but blew it on bad investments and a luxurious lifestyle. blow to spend a lot of money quickly on things that you do not need |
| 8150 |
Let's blow this joint. blow to leave a place quickly |
| 8151 |
He threatened to blow my brains out if I didn't hand over the money. blow blow someone's brains out to kill someone by shooting them in the head from very close to them |
| 8152 |
One mistake could blow our agent's cover and ruin years of careful investigation. blow blow someone's cover to tell people who someone really is or what they are really doing, especially when doing this puts that person in danger or spoils a plan |
| 8153 |
The trouble with Roy is he's likely to blow a fuse and hit someone. blow blow a fuse gasket to suddenly become very angry |
| 8154 |
I'm not going out – it's blowing a gale out there. blow blow a gale to be very windy (=with very strong winds) |
| 8155 |
The note passed to the bank clerk threatened to blow his head off. blow blow someone's head off to kill someone by shooting them in the head |
| 8156 |
The bomb exploded, blowing a hole in the side of the plane. blow to destroy part of something in an explosion |
| 8157 |
The new research blows a hole in theories about the evolution of birds. blow to damage a plan or idea so that it cannot succeed, or so that people no longer believe it |
| 8158 |
Oh blow it! Now I'll have to start all over again. blow blow (it) used when you are annoyed about something, or for saying in an annoyed way that you do not care about something |
| 8159 |
Her testimony may blow the lid off the CIA's activities in Latin America. blow blow the lid off something to let people know something that has been kept a secret |
| 8160 |
Well, blow me! I never knew this was where you were born. blow used when you are surprised about something |
| 8161 |
To see him perform on stage just blew my mind. blow blow someone's mind to impress someone very much, or to make them feel very excited |
| 8162 |
He took out a handkerchief and blew his nose loudly. blow blow your nose to clean your nose by forcing air through it |
| 8163 |
We found evidence that blew his case out of the water. blow to show that something is completely false or wrong |
| 8164 |
They think they can blow their rivals out of the water with this product. blow to defeat someone easily |
| 8165 |
I don't want to blow my own trumpet, but I think it's pretty good. blow blow your (own) trumpet to proudly tell other people about your own achievements and successes |
| 8166 |
The entire car was blown to bits when the device went off. blow blow something to bits pieces to completely destroy something in an explosion, so that it breaks into many small pieces |
| 8167 |
The boss will blow his top when he hears about this. blow blow your top stack to suddenly become very angry |
| 8168 |
People should be able to blow the whistle on corruption without losing their jobs. blow blow the whistle on to tell the public or someone in authority about something wrong that you know someone is doing, especially at the place where you work. A person who does this is called a whistle-blower |
| 8169 |
The victim was apparently killed by a blow to the head with a heavy object. blow a hard hit from someone's hand or an object |
| 8170 |
They knocked him down and pummelled him with blows. blow a hard hit from someone's hand or an object |
| 8171 |
Losing a second match would be a major blow to his world title hopes. blow an event that spoils your chances of success |
| 8172 |
The closure of the factory dealt a devastating blow to the local economy. blow deal a blow to something an event that spoils your chances of success |
| 8173 |
Her mother's death was a real blow to her. blow a real blow an event that causes you to feel very sad, disappointed, or shocked |
| 8174 |
It came as a bit of a blow when he found out she was married. blow come as a blow an event that causes you to feel very sad, disappointed, or shocked |
| 8175 |
It sounded as if they were about to come to blows. blow come to blows if two people come to blows, they start hitting each other |
| 8176 |
a fishing camping sightseeing trip trip an occasion when you go somewhere and come back again |
| 8177 |
a trip to Brazil trip trip to an occasion when you go somewhere and come back again |
| 8178 |
The boat trip down the Amazon was great. trip a bus train boat trip an occasion when you go somewhere and come back again |
| 8179 |
He's just returned from a fishing trip to Scotland. trip a business fishing shopping trip an occasion when you go somewhere and come back again |
| 8180 |
My parents are planning their first trip abroad. trip a trip abroad overseas an occasion when you go somewhere and come back again |
| 8181 |
I make about 20 business trips a year. trip make undertake a trip an occasion when you go somewhere and come back again |
| 8182 |
The whole family went on a trip to Florida. trip go on take a trip (=go somewhere for pleasure) an occasion when you go somewhere and come back again |
| 8183 |
a day trip to Paris trip a day trip (=when you go somewhere and come back again on the same day) an occasion when you go somewhere and come back again |
| 8184 |
One little trip on the rug, and down she went. trip an occasion when you fall because you hit your foot on something |
| 8185 |
Listening to those old records was a real nostalgia trip. trip a nostalgia trip (=when you remember experiences in your past) an occasion when you experience a strong emotion |
| 8186 |
The stairs are a little uneven, so be careful you don't trip. trip to hit your foot on something and fall down |
| 8187 |
I tripped over a rock. trip trip on over to hit your foot on something and fall down |
| 8188 |
He tripped up on a cable and broke his ankle. trip to hit your foot on something and fall down |
| 8189 |
She stuck out her foot and tripped him as he passed. trip to make someone hit their foot on something and fall down |
| 8190 |
When the switch is tripped, the alarm goes off. trip to make a switch go on or off, especially by accident |
| 8191 |
People were tripping over each other to congratulate her. trip be tripping over each other if people are tripping over each other in order to get or do something, they are all hurrying to get it or do it |
| 8192 |
She's been admitted to hospital for observation. observation the process of watching someone or something carefully, in order to find something out |
| 8193 |
a detailed observation of the birds that visited the garden observation observation of the process of watching someone or something carefully, in order to find something out |
| 8194 |
She made several excellent observations in her essay on Charles Dickens. observation make an observation a written or spoken comment about something that you have seen, heard, or felt |
| 8195 |
He made some sarcastic observations about marriage. observation observation on about a written or spoken comment about something that you have seen, heard, or felt |
| 8196 |
Most children have great powers of observation. observation powers of observation the ability to notice things |
| 8197 |
the observation of religious customs observation observation of the practice of obeying a law, rule, or custom |
| 8198 |
She remains under observation in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. observation under observation being watched carefully by doctors or police officers |
| 8199 |
interstate commerce interstate existing or taking place between states, especially between the states in the US or Australia |
| 8200 |
A crowd gathered outside the hotel. gather if people gather, or if someone gathers them, they come together in one place to see or do something |
| 8201 |
Football fans gathered around the TV in the corner of the bar. gather if people gather, or if someone gathers them, they come together in one place to see or do something |
| 8202 |
She gathered her children and ran for shelter. gather if people gather, or if someone gathers them, they come together in one place to see or do something |
| 8203 |
There were 60,000 fans gathered in the stadium. gather if people gather, or if someone gathers them, they come together in one place to see or do something |
| 8204 |
Our report is based on information gathered from all parts of the country. gather to look for and find information or documents in different places |
| 8205 |
The police have been gathering evidence against him. gather to look for and find information or documents in different places |
| 8206 |
I need to gather together our tax documents. gather to look for and find information or documents in different places |
| 8207 |
They live by gathering shellfish and snails. gather to search for and find similar things that you need or want |
| 8208 |
Bees were gathering pollen from the wild flowers. gather to search for and find similar things that you need or want |
| 8209 |
The train pulled away slowly, then gathered speed. gather if something gathers force, speed, or strength, its force, speed, or strength increases |
| 8210 |
Gathering her robe around her, Maria ran upstairs. gather to bring things closer together, for example to protect something or to make it tidy |
| 8211 |
She gathered her hair into a knot at the back of her head. gather to bring things closer together, for example to protect something or to make it tidy |
| 8212 |
You're new here, I gather. gather to believe that something is true, although no one has directly told you about it |
| 8213 |
From what I can gather she's madly in love with him. gather to believe that something is true, although no one has directly told you about it |
| 8214 |
I gather that the storm caused a power failure. gather gather (that) to believe that something is true, although no one has directly told you about it |
| 8215 |
The dress is gathered at the waist with elastic. gather to make a lot of small folds in cloth |
| 8216 |
Too often, expensive toys just gather dust. gather gather dust to not be used or touched by anyone for a long time |
| 8217 |
Opposition to the new law is gathering momentum. gather gather momentum pace to become gradually stronger or more successful |
| 8218 |
an ancient city book tradition ancient very old |
| 8219 |
the ancient Greeks Britons Egyptians ancient relating to people who lived thousands of years ago, and to their way of life |
| 8220 |
recently discovered remains of an ancient civilization ancient relating to people who lived thousands of years ago, and to their way of life |
| 8221 |
Scotland experienced a brief period of population growth during the early nineties. brief lasting only for a short time |
| 8222 |
a brief visit brief lasting only for a short time |
| 8223 |
I have a phone call to make. I'll keep it brief. brief lasting only for a short time |
| 8224 |
A brief summary of this article is given here. brief using only a few words |
| 8225 |
I don't want to keep you long, so let me be brief. brief using only a few words |
| 8226 |
She can be a bit brief but don't let that put you off. brief not saying much, and so seeming to be rude |
| 8227 |
She was wearing the briefest of miniskirts. brief not covering much of your body |
| 8228 |
The plan is to change the radio station's style: in brief, less talk and more music. brief using as few words as possible, and without many details |
| 8229 |
I only heard the news in brief. brief without many details |
| 8230 |
His brief was to write a book on 'black holes' for the ordinary reader. brief official instructions to do a job, saying how it should be done |
| 8231 |
We are confident we will meet all the requirements of the design brief. brief official instructions to do a job, saying how it should be done |
| 8232 |
a news brief brief a short written account of something |
| 8233 |
Members of the committee were briefed on the plan last week. brief brief someone on something to give someone information about a situation, especially officially |
| 8234 |
He walked through a wooden gate into the field. gate a door in a fence or wall that you go through to enter or leave a place |
| 8235 |
Be sure to close the gate to the drive when you leave. gate a door in a fence or wall that you go through to enter or leave a place |
| 8236 |
A crowd had gathered at the gates of the palace. gate the entrance to a large public building or place that a lot of people visit |
| 8237 |
Wait for me outside the school gates. gate the entrance to a large public building or place that a lot of people visit |
| 8238 |
Flight 267 is boarding now from Gate 12. gate the place at an airport where people get on a plane |
| 8239 |
An elderly gentleman was standing at the reception desk. elderly an elderly person is old. Many people now think that this word is offensive but it is often used in talking about policies and conditions that affect old people |
| 8240 |
Not all elderly people can live with their relatives. elderly an elderly person is old. Many people now think that this word is offensive but it is often used in talking about policies and conditions that affect old people |
| 8241 |
This treatment is unsuitable for patients who are elderly and frail. elderly an elderly person is old. Many people now think that this word is offensive but it is often used in talking about policies and conditions that affect old people |
| 8242 |
He was driving an elderly white Mercedes. elderly used about a car or machine that looks old-fashioned or does not work as well as it used to |
| 8243 |
He did finally come with us, although it took a long time to persuade him. persuade to make someone agree to do something by giving them reasons why they should |
| 8244 |
Nobody could persuade her to change her mind. persuade persuade someone to do something to make someone agree to do something by giving them reasons why they should |
| 8245 |
What persuaded you to accept the job? persuade persuade someone to do something to cause someone to do something by being a good reason for doing it |
| 8246 |
Their argument failed to persuade me. persuade to make someone believe that something is true |
| 8247 |
I managed to persuade him that it was not his fault. persuade persuade someone (that) to make someone believe that something is true |
| 8248 |
There was no way she could persuade him of her innocence. persuade persuade someone of something to make someone believe that something is true |
| 8249 |
the senior police officer with overall responsibility for the case overall considering something as a whole, rather than its details or the different aspects of it |
| 8250 |
Progress is being made, but the overall impression is still one of utter chaos. overall overall impression effect considering something as a whole, rather than its details or the different aspects of it |
| 8251 |
The overall winner will be announced in October. overall overall winner considering something as a whole, rather than its details or the different aspects of it |
| 8252 |
the overall costs of the project overall including everything |
| 8253 |
Overall, our position is stronger than it was last year. overall when everything is considered |
| 8254 |
the surfer who was judged to have performed best overall overall when everything is considered |
| 8255 |
Overall, 53 per cent of cities had higher crime rates. overall when everything is counted or included |
| 8256 |
Britain's swimmers finished seventh overall. overall finish second third etc overall (=in a competition) when everything is counted or included |
| 8257 |
a Scots accent Scots scottish |
| 8258 |
Scots law Scots scottish |
| 8259 |
In a rare moment of honesty, he told her what he had done. rare not happening very often |
| 8260 |
It's extremely rare for her to lose her temper. rare it is rare (for someone) to do something not happening very often |
| 8261 |
This is one of the rarest plants in the collection. rare not often seen or found, and therefore admired or valued very much |
| 8262 |
He has a rare talent for managing people. rare not often seen or found, and therefore admired or valued very much |
| 8263 |
I'll have my steak rare. rare rare meat has been cooked for only a short time and is red inside |
| 8264 |
Look up the term you want in the index. index an alphabetical list of something such as subjects or names at the back of a book, that shows on which page they are mentioned |
| 8265 |
a wage price index index a number that shows the price, value, or level of something compared with something else |
| 8266 |
The Dow Jones index fell another 50 points yesterday. index a number that shows the price, value, or level of something compared with something else |
| 8267 |
The test provides parents with a reliable index of their child's progress. index index of something that can be used for measuring how a situation is changing |
| 8268 |
The reports are indexed by subject. index to arrange information in an alphabetical list |
| 8269 |
a mathematical calculation to find out the radius of a circle circle a round shape consisting of a curved line that completely encloses a space and is the same distance from the centre at every point. Something in the shape of a circle is circular |
| 8270 |
Cut out a circle of paper. circle circle of a round shape consisting of a curved line that completely encloses a space and is the same distance from the centre at every point. Something in the shape of a circle is circular |
| 8271 |
a circle of stones circle circle of a group of people or things arranged in a circle |
| 8272 |
The dancers were standing in a circle around the fire. circle in a circle a group of people or things arranged in a circle |
| 8273 |
Now I'd like you to form a circle and hold hands. circle form a circle a group of people or things arranged in a circle |
| 8274 |
They have a large circle of friends and acquaintances. circle circle of a group of people who know one another or are related to one another |
| 8275 |
I soon became a member of her social circle. circle a social circle a group of people who know one another or are related to one another |
| 8276 |
He now felt he was a member of the family circle. circle family circle a group of people who know one another or are related to one another |
| 8277 |
He began to move in the scientific circles centred round Sir Charles Cavendish. circle scientific academic literary circles a group of people who are interested in the same things or who have the same profession |
| 8278 |
The bank's failure sent shock waves through international financial circles. circle political financial business circles a group of people who are interested in the same things or who have the same profession |
| 8279 |
We had seats in the circle. circle the circle the upper floor of a theatre or cinema |
| 8280 |
He's back managing the club he first started out in, so his career has come full circle. circle come go turn full circle if a situation comes, goes, or turns full circle, it becomes the same again as it was at the beginning |
| 8281 |
We talked for hours, but we were just going round in circles. circle go around round in circles to do something for a long time without achieving any results because you always return to the same problem that you cannot solve |
| 8282 |
Vultures circled in slow spirals above the camp. circle to move in a circle in the air |
| 8283 |
The plane continued to circle the airport, waiting for permission to land. circle to move in a circle in the air |
| 8284 |
The dog circled him, barking. circle to move in a circle on the ground |
| 8285 |
The two men began circling slowly around each other. circle circle around to move in a circle on the ground |
| 8286 |
Her arms circled his neck. circle to form a circle around something |
| 8287 |
Someone had circled the next paragraph. circle to draw a circle around something |
| 8288 |
For this recipe you need six ounces of flour. ounce a unit for measuring weight, equal to 28.35 grams. The written abbreviation for ounce is oz |
| 8289 |
The government is to provide more money for job creation. creation the act of creating something |
| 8290 |
the creation of Israel in 1948 creation creation of the act of creating something |
| 8291 |
The motorway should aid the creation of new business in the area. creation the act of creating something |
| 8292 |
Birds' nests are extraordinary creations. creation something that has been created, especially using skill or imagination |
| 8293 |
She's the writer's greatest comic creation. creation something that has been created, especially using skill or imagination |
| 8294 |
Have you seen my latest creation? creation something that has been created, especially using skill or imagination |
| 8295 |
The children did drawings of themselves. drawing drawing of a picture that someone has drawn |
| 8296 |
I'm not very good at drawing. drawing the activity or skill of making pictures with a pen or pencil |
| 8297 |
Is there anybody who doesn't understand what to do? anybody anyone |
| 8298 |
I'm not looking after anybody else's children. anybody anybody else anyone |
| 8299 |
We shouldn't be too strongly wedded to one particular solution. wed be wedded to something to strongly support an idea |
| 8300 |
drugs that improve blood flow around the body flow the continuous movement of a liquid in one direction |
| 8301 |
Leaves in the ditch were blocking the flow of water. flow flow of the continuous movement of a liquid in one direction |
| 8302 |
The new system should speed up the traffic flow. flow the continuous movement of a line of vehicles or people |
| 8303 |
There was a steady flow of refugees leaving the country. flow flow of the continuous movement of a line of vehicles or people |
| 8304 |
Reducing tariffs is the key to developing a substantial trade flow. flow a supply of something that continues without stopping |
| 8305 |
the agency's work flow flow a supply of something that continues without stopping |
| 8306 |
News media provided a steady flow of information about the war. flow flow of a supply of something that continues without stopping |
| 8307 |
She kept up an easy flow of conversation throughout the journey. flow flow of a way of talking or thinking in an easy natural way, without any pauses or difficulties |
| 8308 |
The phone rang, interrupting the flow of his thoughts. flow a way of talking or thinking in an easy natural way, without any pauses or difficulties |
| 8309 |
the ebb and flow of the tide flow the movement of the sea in towards the land |
| 8310 |
Stop complaining and just go with the flow! flow go with the flow to do what seems like the easiest thing in a particular situation |
| 8311 |
I didn't want to interrupt him when he was in full flow. flow in full flow doing something, especially talking, with such enthusiasm that you do not want to stop |
| 8312 |
Her tears began to flow more freely. flow if a liquid flows, it moves smoothly and continuously in one direction |
| 8313 |
Hot water flows through the pipes. flow flow through around from if a liquid flows, it moves smoothly and continuously in one direction |
| 8314 |
Blood flowed from the wound on her face. flow if a liquid flows, it moves smoothly and continuously in one direction |
| 8315 |
The Sacramento River flows into San Francisco Bay. flow flow into if a liquid flows, it moves smoothly and continuously in one direction |
| 8316 |
A constant stream of people flowed past. flow flow past by into if a line of people or vehicles flows, it moves steadily without stopping |
| 8317 |
We have to keep information flowing within the company. flow if a supply of something flows, it continues without stopping |
| 8318 |
Millions of pounds of new investment are flowing into the region. flow flow into from etc if a supply of something flows, it continues without stopping |
| 8319 |
The conversation did not flow smoothly. flow if words or ideas flow, they follow each other in an easy, natural, continuous way |
| 8320 |
When I write, the words just flow from my pen. flow if words or ideas flow, they follow each other in an easy, natural, continuous way |
| 8321 |
Excitement and energy seemed to flow right through me. flow flow through over into if a feeling flows through you, you suddenly feel it strongly |
| 8322 |
Champagne flowed freely all evening. flow if alcoholic drinks flow, people drink a lot of them |
| 8323 |
sources of external financing external coming from outside a place or organization |
| 8324 |
a bureaucracy that is too vulnerable to external pressure external coming from outside a place or organization |
| 8325 |
An external examiner will mark all exam papers. external coming from outside a particular school or university |
| 8326 |
the commissioner for external affairs external involving countries other than your own |
| 8327 |
our country's external debt external involving countries other than your own |
| 8328 |
external doors walls external on or from the outside of something such as a building or someone's body |
| 8329 |
her external appearance external on or from the outside of something such as a building or someone's body |
| 8330 |
an externally funded project external |
| 8331 |
Don't be so greedy! greedy wanting to eat or drink more food than you need |
| 8332 |
greedy for power greedy greedy for wanting more money, things, or power than you need |
| 8333 |
I want to see you achieve what you are capable of. capable capable of able to do something |
| 8334 |
The port is capable of handling 10 million tonnes of coal a year. capable capable of doing something able to do something |
| 8335 |
He is capable of anything (=any action, however bad) if it furthers his ambition. capable able to do something |
| 8336 |
The staff all seem very capable. capable very good at doing a job |
| 8337 |
I was impressed by his capable handling of the situation. capable very good at doing a job |
| 8338 |
I asked Gail to take over, which she did very capably. capable |
| 8339 |
I haven't fully recovered from that flu I had. recover recover from to become fit and healthy again after an illness or injury |
| 8340 |
He was fired last month and he's still recovering from the shock. recover to stop being affected by an unpleasant experience |
| 8341 |
The housing market appears to be recovering from the recession. recover if a country, economy etc recovers after a difficult period, it begins to get stronger and return to its earlier state |
| 8342 |
The thieves were caught, but many of the items were never recovered. recover to get something again that you lost or that someone stole from you |
| 8343 |
They need to sell a million copies to recover their costs. recover to get money again that you invested or lost |
| 8344 |
Simon never recovered the use of his arm after the crash. recover to get the ability again to do or feel something, especially to control your movements or emotions after losing control of them |
| 8345 |
Darren was rushed to hospital, but he never recovered consciousness. recover recover consciousness to get the ability again to do or feel something, especially to control your movements or emotions after losing control of them |
| 8346 |
Marian managed to recover her composure and thank everyone for coming. recover recover your composure (=control your emotions again) to get the ability again to do or feel something, especially to control your movements or emotions after losing control of them |
| 8347 |
The man fired two shots from a handgun. shot fire a shot an act of firing a gun |
| 8348 |
The third shot hit the officer in the chest. shot a bullet that is fired from a gun |
| 8349 |
The neighbours say they heard four shots. shot a sound of a gun being fired |
| 8350 |
Mills was a very good shot. shot a good bad shot used for referring to someone who regularly shoots, especially relating to how well or how badly they do it |
| 8351 |
You get tired and you start playing bad shots. shot an act of throwing, hitting, or kicking a ball, or a ball that has been thrown, hit, or kicked |
| 8352 |
That was another fine shot from Tiger Woods. shot an act of throwing, hitting, or kicking a ball, or a ball that has been thrown, hit, or kicked |
| 8353 |
They didn't manage to get a single shot at our goal. shot shot at an act of throwing, hitting, or kicking a ball, or a ball that has been thrown, hit, or kicked |
| 8354 |
Viewers can see a close-up shot of the artist's hands. shot a close-up shot (=with the camera very close to something) a view of something that you have because of the position of the camera in films, television, or photographs |
| 8355 |
The opening shot is of a man walking across a field. shot an opening shot (=what you see first in a film or television programme) a view of something that you have because of the position of the camera in films, television, or photographs |
| 8356 |
Harold took a great shot of the dogs playing together. shot a photograph |
| 8357 |
This is her first shot at an international title. shot shot at a chance or attempt to do or get something |
| 8358 |
We had a shot at bringing the ship round into the harbour. shot have get a shot at something a chance or attempt to do or get something |
| 8359 |
Give it your best shot – that's all you can do. shot give something your best shot (=try as hard as you can to do something) a chance or attempt to do or get something |
| 8360 |
It was the opening shot in the battle for control of the company. shot an opening shot (=something that begins an argument or fight) something that you say or do as an attack |
| 8361 |
a shot of tequila shot shot of a small amount of a strong alcoholic drink |
| 8362 |
When is the last time you had a tetanus shot? shot have get a shot an injection of a drug (=when it is put into your body using a needle) given as a medical treatment |
| 8363 |
He heard a noise downstairs and was out of bed like a shot. shot like a shot immediately and very quickly |
| 8364 |
This scheme will give industry a much needed shot in the arm. shot a shot in the arm something that quickly makes a bad situation much better |
| 8365 |
It was a wild shot in the dark, but it turned out to be exactly right. shot a shot in the dark a guess that you make without having any facts or ideas to support it |
| 8366 |
The bones in her wrist were completely shot. shot injured, damaged, or destroyed |
| 8367 |
My nerves are completely shot to pieces. shot shot to pieces hell (=severely damaged or completely destroyed) injured, damaged, or destroyed |
| 8368 |
The earlier poems are shot through with a sense of hope. shot to contain a particular quality or feature in all parts |
| 8369 |
In the end, we were glad to be shot of the car. shot get be shot of to get rid of someone or something |
| 8370 |
Requests for visas will be dealt with immediately. request request for an act of asking for something in a polite or formal way |
| 8371 |
Three banks have already refused his request for a loan. request refuse reject a request an act of asking for something in a polite or formal way |
| 8372 |
A formal request for a ballot has been granted. request grant a request (=give someone what they ask for) an act of asking for something in a polite or formal way |
| 8373 |
He spent the entire evening at the piano playing requests. request a piece of music that you ask a musician or a dj to play |
| 8374 |
I'm off to the supermarket – any requests? request any requests? used for asking someone if they want anything |
| 8375 |
No photographs of the girl were printed, at the request of her family. request at someone's request at the request of someone used for saying that something will be done because someone has asked for it |
| 8376 |
Evening meals are available on request. request on request used for saying that something will be done if someone asks for it |
| 8377 |
The pilot requested permission to land. request to ask for something, or to ask someone to do something, in a polite or formal way |
| 8378 |
We specifically requested that you should be informed. request request that to ask for something, or to ask someone to do something, in a polite or formal way |
| 8379 |
We intend to request the police to press charges against him. request request someone to do something to ask for something, or to ask someone to do something, in a polite or formal way |
| 8380 |
Visitors are requested to register at the front desk. request to ask for something, or to ask someone to do something, in a polite or formal way |
| 8381 |
The captain requests the pleasure of your company at dinner tonight. request request the pleasure of someone's company to invite someone formally to something |
| 8382 |
I have the impression that she's very good at her job. impression have get the impression (that) an opinion or feeling that you have about someone or something you have seen but do not know very well |
| 8383 |
The report seems to be based entirely on first impressions. impression first impressions (=opinions that you form immediately, before thinking thoroughly) an opinion or feeling that you have about someone or something you have seen but do not know very well |
| 8384 |
As a serious candidate, you want to make a good impression on everyone you meet. impression create make an impression on someone the opinion that other people have about you because of the way that you look, speak, or behave |
| 8385 |
He gives the impression that he really doesn't care. impression give the impression (that) the opinion that other people have about you because of the way that you look, speak, or behave |
| 8386 |
The headline gave a false impression of what the article was about. impression false impression used about something that you believe because of what you have seen or experienced, often something that is not true |
| 8387 |
I was under the impression you had been here before. impression be under the impression (that) used about something that you believe because of what you have seen or experienced, often something that is not true |
| 8388 |
He does impressions of famous singers. impression do an impression of someone a performance in which someone copies the way another person speaks or behaves in order to make people laugh |
| 8389 |
It's a performance that's sure to make an impression on the judges. impression make an impression to make other people notice and admire you |
| 8390 |
Several of our friends and neighbours stopped by over the holidays. neighbour someone who lives near you |
| 8391 |
my next-door neighbour neighbour someone who lives near you |
| 8392 |
They've been good neighbours for years. neighbour someone who lives near you |
| 8393 |
She whispered to her neighbour that she thought the play was too long. neighbour someone or something that is close to a particular person, place, or thing |
| 8394 |
Turkey and its European neighbours neighbour someone or something that is close to a particular person, place, or thing |
| 8395 |
the open-air theatre in London's Regents Park theatre a building, room, or outside area used for performing plays |
| 8396 |
We're going to the theatre tonight. theatre go to the theatre a building, room, or outside area used for performing plays |
| 8397 |
Jenny wanted to pursue a career in the theatre. theatre the activity or job of writing, performing, or organizing performances of plays |
| 8398 |
a compelling piece of theatre theatre plays considered as entertainment or art |
| 8399 |
I've always loved the theatre. theatre the theatre plays considered as entertainment or art |
| 8400 |
He's in theatre at the moment. theatre a room in a hospital used for medical operations. The American word is operating room |
| 8401 |
the extension of the theatre of war to south-eastern Europe theatre theatre of war operations an area where there is fighting during a war |
| 8402 |
We took shelter beneath a huge oak tree. beneath directly under something or at a lower level |
| 8403 |
He looked out of the windows down to the garden beneath. beneath directly under something or at a lower level |
| 8404 |
They slept outside beneath the stars. beneath directly under something or at a lower level |
| 8405 |
the waters of the Timor Sea and the coral reefs that lie beneath beneath under the surface of the ground or water |
| 8406 |
His frail body lay beneath the blankets. beneath covered by something |
| 8407 |
She pulled a dagger from beneath her cloak. beneath from beneath covered by something |
| 8408 |
Beneath his quiet unassuming manner there lies considerable strength. beneath used for saying that someone's appearance and behaviour do not show their real character or feelings |
| 8409 |
She seemed quite calm on the surface, but a great deal of anger lay beneath. beneath used for saying that someone's appearance and behaviour do not show their real character or feelings |
| 8410 |
Burke regarded it as beneath him to trade with such people. beneath if a particular action or activity is beneath you, you think that you are of a higher social class than people who do this |
| 8411 |
Fred's knees hurt after skiing all day. hurt to feel pain somewhere in your body |
| 8412 |
You're hurting my arm! hurt to cause physical pain or injury |
| 8413 |
These new boots hurt. hurt to cause physical pain or injury |
| 8414 |
Don't hurt yourself exercising. hurt hurt yourself doing something to cause physical pain or injury |
| 8415 |
I never meant to hurt your feelings. hurt to cause someone emotional pain |
| 8416 |
His cold behaviour hurt her deeply. hurt to cause someone emotional pain |
| 8417 |
It really hurts that you'd believe her instead of me. hurt it hurts that to cause someone emotional pain |
| 8418 |
Oil spills hurt everyone. hurt to cause damage or problems, or to harm someone's chance to succeed at something |
| 8419 |
The weakness of the dollar has hurt car sales. hurt to cause damage or problems, or to harm someone's chance to succeed at something |
| 8420 |
computer equipment that won't hurt your wallet (=cost a lot) hurt to cause damage or problems, or to harm someone's chance to succeed at something |
| 8421 |
He wanted her to know how much he was hurting. hurt to feel emotional pain |
| 8422 |
Farmers are really hurting. hurt to have financial problems |
| 8423 |
It never hurts to ask. hurt it never hurts to do something used for saying that something helps or cannot harm a situation |
| 8424 |
It won't hurt you to be polite for a change. hurt it won't hurt you to do something used for telling someone that they should do something |
| 8425 |
A higher rate hits consumers where it hurts. hurt where it hurts in a way that causes most pain or problems |
| 8426 |
One more drink won't hurt. hurt something will not does not cannot hurt used for saying that something helps or cannot harm a situation |
| 8427 |
It doesn't hurt that she's beautiful. hurt something will not does not cannot hurt that used for saying that something helps or cannot harm a situation |
| 8428 |
A child could get hurt, climbing that thing. hurt injured, or feeling physical pain |
| 8429 |
Two young men were badly hurt in the accident. hurt hurt by in something injured, or feeling physical pain |
| 8430 |
Several people were hurt by flying glass. hurt injured, or feeling physical pain |
| 8431 |
She left feeling angry and deeply hurt. hurt feeling emotional pain, usually because of someone's behaviour |
| 8432 |
Andy was terribly hurt by his first marriage. hurt hurt by feeling emotional pain, usually because of someone's behaviour |
| 8433 |
A mother tries to protect her child from hurt. hurt a feeling of emotional pain caused by someone's behaviour |
| 8434 |
a locking mechanism mechanism a machine or part of a machine |
| 8435 |
the mechanisms for releasing hormones into the body mechanism a system of parts that people think of as working together like the parts of a machine |
| 8436 |
a mechanism for settling disputes between trading partners mechanism a method or process for getting something done within a system or organization |
| 8437 |
a defence mechanism mechanism behaviour that makes it possible for you to deal with a difficult situation or problem |
| 8438 |
The other girl leaned forward to hear what was going on. lean lean forward back towards across etc to move your body so it is closer to or further from someone or something, for example by bending at the waist |
| 8439 |
I leaned over her shoulder to study the maps spread out on the table. lean to move your body so it is closer to or further from someone or something, for example by bending at the waist |
| 8440 |
Bigelow leaned across the desk and lowered his voice. lean to move your body so it is closer to or further from someone or something, for example by bending at the waist |
| 8441 |
Two of the walls lean slightly inwards. lean to stand or be set at an angle against something for support instead of being upright |
| 8442 |
Corey leaned against the apple tree. lean lean against to stand or be set at an angle against something for support instead of being upright |
| 8443 |
He walked in, leaning heavily on a cane. lean lean on to stand or be set at an angle against something for support instead of being upright |
| 8444 |
John leaned his rake against the side of the barn. lean lean something against something to put something at an angle against something for support |
| 8445 |
She is leaning towards supporting military action. lean lean towards to in favour of to tend to choose or support something |
| 8446 |
The board of directors is leaning in favour of supporting the merger. lean to tend to choose or support something |
| 8447 |
The decision to increase the budget hasn't been made, but the committee is leaning in that direction. lean lean in the direction of something to tend to choose or support something |
| 8448 |
a forward lean of the body lean a slope, or an angle |
| 8449 |
He was lean and tanned. lean thin and looking physically fit and healthy |
| 8450 |
a lean cut of beef lean lean meat has very little fat in it |
| 8451 |
the lean years of the Depression lean a lean period of time is very difficult to live in because many people lack money or other necessary things |
| 8452 |
Saturn's moon, Titan, has an atmosphere mainly made of nitrogen. atmosphere the air round the Earth or round another planet |
| 8453 |
The burning of fossil fuels results in the pollution of the atmosphere. atmosphere the atmosphere (=the Earth's atmosphere) the air round the Earth or round another planet |
| 8454 |
She doesn't like going to pubs because of the smoky atmosphere. atmosphere the air inside a room or other place |
| 8455 |
After Joe left there was a more relaxed atmosphere at home. atmosphere the mood or feeling that exists in a place and affects the people who are there |
| 8456 |
There is an atmosphere of tension in the city today. atmosphere atmosphere of the mood or feeling that exists in a place and affects the people who are there |
| 8457 |
Margaret slipped and broke her arm. slip if you slip, your feet slide accidentally and you lose your balance or fall over |
| 8458 |
Be careful you don't slip on the wet floor. slip slip on if you slip, your feet slide accidentally and you lose your balance or fall over |
| 8459 |
The truck's wheels were slipping and spinning in the mud. slip if something that is moving round slips, it fails to stay firmly on a surface |
| 8460 |
The knife slipped and cut my finger. slip if something that you are holding or wearing slips, it falls from your hands, or it falls from position |
| 8461 |
The ball slipped out of my hands as I tried to catch it. slip slip out of if something that you are holding or wearing slips, it falls from your hands, or it falls from position |
| 8462 |
Tighten the straps so they won't slip off your shoulders. slip slip off if something that you are holding or wearing slips, it falls from your hands, or it falls from position |
| 8463 |
The boat slipped its moorings and started to drift. slip to become free, or to no longer be held by something |
| 8464 |
Several people managed to slip past the guards and into the concert. slip slip into out of through etc to go somewhere, especially quickly and quietly without people noticing you or stopping you |
| 8465 |
Sarah slipped into the room and carefully shut the door. slip slip into out of through etc to go somewhere, especially quickly and quietly without people noticing you or stopping you |
| 8466 |
I'll slip the letter under your door. slip slip something into around under etc something to slide something into a place or position |
| 8467 |
John slipped his arm around his wife's waist. slip slip something into around under etc something to slide something into a place or position |
| 8468 |
Michael slipped the bar of chocolate into his pocket. slip to put something somewhere, or to give something to someone quickly and quietly, so that other people do not see what you are doing |
| 8469 |
If you slip him some cash he'll get you good seats. slip slip someone something to put something somewhere, or to give something to someone quickly and quietly, so that other people do not see what you are doing |
| 8470 |
Support for the death penalty has been slipping. slip to become gradually less strong or good, or to move into a worse condition |
| 8471 |
Profits slipped by 13% last year. slip to become gradually less strong or good, or to move into a worse condition |
| 8472 |
Standards have been slipping over the years. slip to become gradually less strong or good, or to move into a worse condition |
| 8473 |
He let it slip that they intended to move to Canada. slip let (it) slip to tell someone something that is secret by mistake |
| 8474 |
She let slip something very interesting. slip let (it) slip to tell someone something that is secret by mistake |
| 8475 |
I beat you again, George. You must be slipping! slip someone is slipping if someone is slipping, they are becoming less good at doing something |
| 8476 |
'Of course,' she said quickly, her professional mask never slipping. slip someone's mask demeanour slips if your mask or demeanour slips, people start to see what you are really thinking or feeling |
| 8477 |
Glyn's calm demeanour seemed to be slipping. slip someone's mask demeanour slips if your mask or demeanour slips, people start to see what you are really thinking or feeling |
| 8478 |
How could she have let something so important slip her mind? slip slip your mind memory if something slips your mind memory, you forget to do it |
| 8479 |
This prestigious award has slipped through their fingers yet again. slip slip through your fingers if something such as a chance, opportunity, or prize slips through your fingers, you fail to get it or to take advantage of it |
| 8480 |
You mustn't let an opportunity like this slip through your fingers. slip let something slip through your fingers if something such as a chance, opportunity, or prize slips through your fingers, you fail to get it or to take advantage of it |
| 8481 |
A lot of poor people are slipping through the net because they don't know what they're entitled to. slip slip through the net cracks to fail to be caught or protected by the system that was intended to catch or protect you |
| 8482 |
I left the message for you on a slip of paper. slip a small piece of paper, especially one used for notes |
| 8483 |
a voting slip slip a piece of paper used for a particular purpose |
| 8484 |
a betting slip slip a piece of paper used for a particular purpose |
| 8485 |
Tom played the piece well, despite a few slips at the beginning. slip a slight mistake, especially a careless one |
| 8486 |
a slip in the price of technology stocks slip slip in a small change from a higher level to a lower one |
| 8487 |
There was a rusty iron chain hanging from the gate. chain a series of metal rings connected to each other, used for fastening, pulling, or lifting things |
| 8488 |
The crate was secured with a strong chain. chain a series of metal rings connected to each other, used for fastening, pulling, or lifting things |
| 8489 |
She wore a delicate gold chain around her neck. chain a series of small metal rings connected to each other that is worn as a decoration |
| 8490 |
Women prisoners were kept in chains during childbirth. chain in chains a long series of heavy metal rings fastened like a rope to a prisoner's arms and legs |
| 8491 |
In 1910 there was a proposal for a chain of telegraph stations to link up the empire. chain chain of a series of things of the same type that form a connected line |
| 8492 |
The region includes Sumatra, Java, and a chain of smaller islands extending eastwards. chain a series of things of the same type that form a connected line |
| 8493 |
Firefighters formed a human chain to carry the injured climbers to safety. chain human chain (=a line of people) a group of people that form a line |
| 8494 |
a polymer chain chain a part of a molecule consisting of a series of atoms connected in a line |
| 8495 |
a chain of events that eventually led to murder chain chain of a long series of events, facts, or ideas that are all related to each other |
| 8496 |
The virus becomes weaker as it passes down the chain of infection. chain a long series of events, facts, or ideas that are all related to each other |
| 8497 |
Japan's leading hotel chain chain a group of businesses such as shops, hotels, or restaurants that all belong to the same person or company |
| 8498 |
a chain of electrical goods shops chain chain of a group of businesses such as shops, hotels, or restaurants that all belong to the same person or company |
| 8499 |
We've been in a chain for five months. chain a situation in which you cannot sell your house until the person whose house you are buying has bought their new house. This situation can involve many people because the sale of each person's house depends on the sale of the next |
| 8500 |
The more dangerous prisoners were kept chained. chain to use a chain to fasten something so that it cannot be stolen, or to fasten someone so that they cannot escape |
| 8501 |
Protesters had chained themselves to the railings. chain chain someone something to something to use a chain to fasten something so that it cannot be stolen, or to fasten someone so that they cannot escape |
| 8502 |
rows of chained up bikes chain chain someone something up to use a chain to fasten something so that it cannot be stolen, or to fasten someone so that they cannot escape |
| 8503 |
With a major deadline to meet, Hannah had been chained to her desk all weekend. chain be chained to something to be forced to stay in an unpleasant situation |
| 8504 |
Children must be accompanied by an adult. accompany to go with someone to a place or event |
| 8505 |
A sore throat may be accompanied by fever. accompany to happen or exist while something else is happening |
| 8506 |
the poor social conditions that accompanied rapid industrialization accompany to happen or exist while something else is happening |
| 8507 |
An illustrated catalogue accompanies the exhibition. accompany to appear or be provided with something else, as an addition or explanation |
| 8508 |
There was no accompanying note or letter. accompany to appear or be provided with something else, as an addition or explanation |
| 8509 |
The little girl was hopping along next to her mother. hop to move forward by jumping on one foot |
| 8510 |
He hopped over the puddle. hop to jump up or move somewhere quickly |
| 8511 |
Hop in. I'll give you a lift into town. hop hop in on out to get into, onto, or out of a vehicle quickly, usually to go a short distance |
| 8512 |
So we hopped on a plane to Boston for the meeting. hop to get on a plane, train etc and travel somewhere |
| 8513 |
Workers are hopping from job to job as never before. hop to move from one thing to another in a way that is not planned |
| 8514 |
It's just a short hop to Oxford. hop a short journey |
| 8515 |
Yesterday's developments caught the government on the hop. hop catch someone on the hop to surprise someone because you do something that they do not expect you to do |
| 8516 |
There was a wonderful view from the window. wonderful extremely good |
| 8517 |
The feeling of achievement was absolutely wonderful. wonderful extremely good |
| 8518 |
It was a wonderful place for a picnic. wonderful extremely good |
| 8519 |
Your father was a wonderful man. wonderful extremely good |
| 8520 |
Thank you so much – I had a wonderful time! wonderful extremely good |
| 8521 |
She doesn't earn much money, but she enjoys the work. earn to receive money for work that you do |
| 8522 |
Most people here earn about 30,000 a year. earn to receive money for work that you do |
| 8523 |
His illness has affected his ability to earn. earn to receive money for work that you do |
| 8524 |
The company earned profits of 14.9 million in the last year. earn to make a profit from business or from money that you have in the bank |
| 8525 |
Interest earned in this country is subject to tax. earn to make a profit from business or from money that you have in the bank |
| 8526 |
His goals have earned him a place in the club's first team. earn to get something as a result of your efforts or your behaviour |
| 8527 |
We had a fantastic lunch, but we felt we had earned it. earn to get something as a result of your efforts or your behaviour |
| 8528 |
You have to earn your employees' respect. earn earn respect praise to get something as a result of your efforts or your behaviour |
| 8529 |
I've been an actor for years, earning a crust wherever I can. earn earn a crust to earn just enough money to live on |
| 8530 |
Everyone should have the means to earn their own living. earn earn your living to earn enough money to pay for everything you need |
| 8531 |
He must hide from his enemies while he is weak. enemy someone who is opposed to someone else and tries to do them harm |
| 8532 |
They had been labelled enemies of the state. enemy enemy of someone who is opposed to someone else and tries to do them harm |
| 8533 |
Worst of all is to make an enemy of the Minister. enemy make an enemy of someone someone who is opposed to someone else and tries to do them harm |
| 8534 |
It's easy to make enemies in a job like this. enemy make enemies someone who is opposed to someone else and tries to do them harm |
| 8535 |
She looked at her husband as if he were her mortal enemy. enemy a mortal enemy (=someone who will always be your enemy) someone who is opposed to someone else and tries to do them harm |
| 8536 |
They searched for information on political enemies. enemy a political enemy someone who is opposed to someone else and tries to do them harm |
| 8537 |
We must be ready to resist an assault by sea from this country's enemies. enemy a country that is fighting another country in a war: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 8538 |
He had to discourage the enemy from attempting to attack his position. enemy the enemy a country that is fighting another country in a war: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 8539 |
The Serbs were determined to halt the enemy attacks. enemy enemy attack troops aircraft forces etc relating to a country's enemy |
| 8540 |
Over three hundred enemy aircraft were destroyed. enemy relating to a country's enemy |
| 8541 |
Cigarette smoke is the undoubted enemy of a clear fresh complexion. enemy enemy of something that harms or threatens someone or something |
| 8542 |
She was being made to feel like public enemy number one. enemy public enemy number one someone that other people dislike or consider as harmful |
| 8543 |
an oak desk desk a table that you sit at to write or work, often with drawers in it |
| 8544 |
I'm usually at my desk by 9.00 am. desk a table that you sit at to write or work, often with drawers in it |
| 8545 |
Leave a message for me at the desk. desk a place that provides information or a service, for example in a hotel or at an airport |
| 8546 |
the reception inquiry desk desk a place that provides information or a service, for example in a hotel or at an airport |
| 8547 |
the sports desk desk a particular department of an organization such as a television or radio company or a newspaper |
| 8548 |
a panel of judges panel a group of people who make decisions or judgments |
| 8549 |
an interview panel panel a group of people who make decisions or judgments |
| 8550 |
a door with stained glass panels panel a flat piece of wood, glass, or other material that forms part of something such as a door or wall |
| 8551 |
fence panels panel a flat piece of wood, glass, or other material that forms part of something such as a door or wall |
| 8552 |
a control an instrument panel panel the part of a vehicle or machine where the switches and other instruments are found |
| 8553 |
an oak-panelled room panel to cover a surface with flat pieces of wood, metal etc |
| 8554 |
In practice, these distinctions are often blurred (=not made very clear). distinction a difference between two things |
| 8555 |
Do other countries have the same distinction between amateur and professional athletes that we do? distinction distinction between a difference between two things |
| 8556 |
Medical literature does not always make a distinction between the two terms. education for girls and boys. distinction make draw a distinction a difference between two things |
| 8557 |
This would lead to a clear distinction between management and the workforce. distinction a clear sharp distinction a difference between two things |
| 8558 |
We are fortunate that so many people of distinction and talent are present. distinction of (great) distinction the excellent qualities, skills, or features that someone or something has |
| 8559 |
She got a distinction in her piano exam. distinction get gain a distinction a very high mark in an examination |
| 8560 |
Kevin graduated with distinction in history and law. distinction a very high mark in an examination |
| 8561 |
She holds the distinction of having been the first woman editor of the Harvard Law Review. distinction have hold gain the distinction of an unusual achievement or feature that makes someone or something different from other people or things |
| 8562 |
The country has gained the dubious distinction of being one of the world's most dangerous places for journalists. distinction an unusual achievement or feature that makes someone or something different from other people or things |
| 8563 |
He fought with distinction in the First World War. distinction with without distinction in a way that is recognized as being extremely good bad |
| 8564 |
The aim is to guarantee the rights of all citizens without distinction of nationality, sex, education, or status. distinction without distinction (of something) used for saying that something affects or includes everyone |
| 8565 |
the deputy ambassador to Sweden deputy used in job titles |
| 8566 |
Opera bores the pants off him. pants bore annoy scare etc the pants off someone to make someone feel very bored, annoyed, scared etc |
| 8567 |
He believes in strict discipline. discipline the practice of making people obey rules of behaviour and punishing them if they do not |
| 8568 |
He reacted by imposing tough discipline and demanding better results. discipline impose discipline the practice of making people obey rules of behaviour and punishing them if they do not |
| 8569 |
the discipline of the market discipline a strict set of rules that controls an activity or situation |
| 8570 |
It is the teacher's job to maintain discipline. discipline maintain discipline a strict set of rules that controls an activity or situation |
| 8571 |
Their attention wandered and they lacked the discipline to learn. discipline the ability to control your own behaviour |
| 8572 |
academic disciplines discipline a subject that people study, especially at a university |
| 8573 |
the role of parents in educating and disciplining children discipline to punish someone for something they have done wrong |
| 8574 |
The strikers were disciplined by management. discipline to punish someone for something they have done wrong |
| 8575 |
He tried to discipline himself to read two books a week. discipline discipline yourself to train yourself to behave in a particular way, especially to work regularly |
| 8576 |
a married woman man married a married person has a husband or wife |
| 8577 |
He's married to my older sister. married married to a married person has a husband or wife |
| 8578 |
We're getting married next year. married get married a married person has a husband or wife |
| 8579 |
married life married involving marriage or people who are married |
| 8580 |
politicians who are married to their jobs married be married to something to spend so much time doing something or thinking about something that you have little time to do or think about anything else |
| 8581 |
We spent all day painting one side of the house, but there's still plenty left to do. plenty a large amount of something, or a large number of things or people, usually more than enough |
| 8582 |
There's plenty of room for luggage behind the seats. plenty plenty of a large amount of something, or a large number of things or people, usually more than enough |
| 8583 |
I had plenty of time to think over what I was going to do. plenty a large amount of something, or a large number of things or people, usually more than enough |
| 8584 |
You're always complaining. Plenty of people would be happy to have your job. plenty a large amount of something, or a large number of things or people, usually more than enough |
| 8585 |
They had plenty of chances to win the game, but they lost anyway. plenty a large amount of something, or a large number of things or people, usually more than enough |
| 8586 |
There's plenty more ice cream in the freezer. plenty plenty more a large amount of something, or a large number of things or people, usually more than enough |
| 8587 |
Unloading our cargo kept us plenty busy for the five days at Pusan. plenty used for emphasizing that there is enough or a lot of a particular quality |
| 8588 |
The car's plenty big enough for all of us. plenty plenty big large strong etc enough used for emphasizing that there is enough or a lot of a particular quality |
| 8589 |
He talks plenty, but that's all he does – talk. plenty used for saying that someone does something a lot |
| 8590 |
a time of plenty plenty a situation in which large supplies of something are available, especially food |
| 8591 |
There was food in plenty for all of the men. plenty in plenty used for saying that things exist or happen in large amounts or numbers |
| 8592 |
a research training establishment establishment an institution, organization, or business |
| 8593 |
There are many eating establishments nearby. establishment an institution, organization, or business |
| 8594 |
the literary legal medical establishment establishment used for referring to powerful people in a particular profession or section of society |
| 8595 |
Davis proposed the establishment of a committee with investigative powers. establishment establishment of the process of starting or creating something such as an organization |
| 8596 |
the world of fashion fashion the activity or business that involves styles of clothes and people's appearance |
| 8597 |
an Italian fashion designer fashion relating to fashion, or involved in fashion |
| 8598 |
fashion magazines fashion relating to fashion, or involved in fashion |
| 8599 |
Men's fashions change more slowly than women's. fashion a style of dress that is popular at a particular time |
| 8600 |
the latest fashions fashion a style of dress that is popular at a particular time |
| 8601 |
Fashions change all the time. fashion the fact that something such as a style of dress or an activity is popular at a particular time |
| 8602 |
The fashion for sea bathing began in the nineteenth century. fashion fashion for the fact that something such as a style of dress or an activity is popular at a particular time |
| 8603 |
High heels are back in fashion. fashion be in come into fashion the fact that something such as a style of dress or an activity is popular at a particular time |
| 8604 |
His ideas have gone right out of fashion. fashion go be out of fashion the fact that something such as a style of dress or an activity is popular at a particular time |
| 8605 |
Things continued working after a fashion. fashion after a fashion not very well or effectively |
| 8606 |
after the fashion of the French Impressionists fashion after the fashion of in a style that is typical of a particular person or group |
| 8607 |
Voting was conducted in a peaceful and orderly fashion. fashion in a similar orderly spectacular etc fashion in a particular way |
| 8608 |
They were spending money like it was going out of fashion. fashion like it's going out of fashion if you do something like it's going out of fashion, you do it a lot or in a very extreme way |
| 8609 |
Softley has fashioned a satisfying film out of Henry James' novel. fashion to make something, often using a lot of skill or care |
| 8610 |
toy guns fashioned from bits of wood fashion to make something, often using a lot of skill or care |
| 8611 |
He climbs up walls spider-fashion. #NAME? used with some nouns to make adverbs meaning 'in the way that a particular person or thing might do something' |
| 8612 |
The roof is leaking again. roof the top outer part of a building |
| 8613 |
a thatched roof (=made of straw) roof the top outer part of a building |
| 8614 |
Rain pattered on the roof of the tent. roof the top outer part of a temporary structure |
| 8615 |
One man had climbed onto the roof of his car. roof the top outer part of a vehicle |
| 8616 |
rock formations on the roof of the cave roof the highest part of an underground area or structure |
| 8617 |
Share prices have gone through the roof in the past six months. roof to increase quickly to a very high level |
| 8618 |
The applause raised the roof. roof to make a lot of noise |
| 8619 |
Some people are struggling to keep a roof over their head. roof a roof over your head a place to live |
| 8620 |
As long as you're living under my roof, you'll do as I say. roof under someone's roof in someone's home |
| 8621 |
They could no longer bear to live under the same roof. roof under the same roof in the same home |
| 8622 |
a carton of milk milk a white liquid that comes from cows, goats, and sheep, which people drink and use in cooking. Cheese and other foods made from milk are called dairy products |
| 8623 |
He managed to boost business by milking his connections with celebrities. milk to get a lot of personal advantage or benefit from something, especially in a dishonest way |
| 8624 |
Both parties have milked the political situation for all it's worth. milk milk something for all it is worth (=get as much advantage as possible from it) to get a lot of personal advantage or benefit from something, especially in a dishonest way |
| 8625 |
I don't believe it's right to smack children when they're being naughty. smack to hit someone with your flat hand or a flat object |
| 8626 |
He just turned and smacked me in the face. smack to hit someone with your fist |
| 8627 |
Another car smacked into us from behind. smack smack into against etc to hit something hard and noisily |
| 8628 |
Beckham smacked the ball into the net. smack smack something into onto down etc to hit something hard and noisily |
| 8629 |
a smack on the lips cheek smack smack on a loud kiss |
| 8630 |
The ball hit me smack in the eye. smack exactly in a particular place |
| 8631 |
The truck reversed smack into the gatepost. smack noisily and with great force |
| 8632 |
the entire adult population entire used for emphasizing that you mean all or every part of something |
| 8633 |
He gave his entire attention to the task in hand. entire used for emphasizing that you mean all or every part of something |
| 8634 |
The railroad enables distribution across the entire North American continent. entire used for emphasizing that you mean all or every part of something |
| 8635 |
It's made of very thin material that tears easily. tear to pull something so that it separates into pieces or gets a hole in it, or to become damaged in this way |
| 8636 |
He'd torn his raincoat. tear to pull something so that it separates into pieces or gets a hole in it, or to become damaged in this way |
| 8637 |
I've torn a hole in my sweater! tear tear a hole in something to pull something so that it separates into pieces or gets a hole in it, or to become damaged in this way |
| 8638 |
Mary tore the letter to pieces without reading it. tear tear something to pieces bits shreds to pull something so that it separates into pieces or gets a hole in it, or to become damaged in this way |
| 8639 |
Reynolds tore the contract in two. tear tear something in two to pull something so that it separates into pieces or gets a hole in it, or to become damaged in this way |
| 8640 |
I must have torn my sleeve on that nail. tear tear something on something to accidentally damage cloth, paper etc with something sharp or by getting it stuck on something |
| 8641 |
I tore a muscle playing football. tear to damage something such as a muscle by stretching it until it pulls apart |
| 8642 |
Those kids are always tearing around here on their bicycles. tear tear into off past etc to move somewhere very quickly, especially in an excited or uncontrolled way |
| 8643 |
You'll need to tear the old wallpaper off the walls. tear tear something out off away from etc to remove something by pulling it away from something else with force |
| 8644 |
The storm had torn the old tree up by the roots. tear to remove something by pulling it away from something else with force |
| 8645 |
an area torn by civil war tear if a place or group of people is torn by an unpleasant event or situation, it is very seriously affected by it |
| 8646 |
I was torn by guilt. tear to be affected strongly by an unpleasant emotion |
| 8647 |
Caroline tore the envelope open to see what was inside. tear tear something open to open something such as an envelope or a parcel quickly by tearing the paper covering it |
| 8648 |
Was it really necessary to tear his work to pieces like that? tear to criticize someone or something very severely |
| 8649 |
They tore the opposition to shreds. tear to defeat or destroy someone or something easily |
| 8650 |
That's torn it! We'll never get home in time now. tear that's torn it used for saying that something that has happened has spoilt what you were trying to do |
| 8651 |
Many women feel torn between having a family or a career. tear torn between unable to decide which of two people or things you want most |
| 8652 |
Her eyes filled with tears. tear a drop of liquid that comes from your eye when you cry |
| 8653 |
She welcomed Ian with tears of joy when he returned home. tear tears of joy laughter rage etc a drop of liquid that comes from your eye when you cry |
| 8654 |
I was left standing there in tears. tear in tears (=crying) the state of crying |
| 8655 |
She slammed the phone down and burst into tears. tear burst into tears (=start crying suddenly) the state of crying |
| 8656 |
I was near to tears when she said goodbye. tear close near to tears (=almost crying) the state of crying |
| 8657 |
Colin saw I was on the verge of tears. tear on the verge of tears (=almost crying) the state of crying |
| 8658 |
She fought back the tears as she told us the dreadful news. tear fight back (the) tears (=try hard not to cry) the state of crying |
| 8659 |
He was well known for reducing his staff to tears. tear reduce someone to tears (=make someone cry) the state of crying |
| 8660 |
Hearing the children sing brought a tear to his eye. tear bring a tear to someone's eye to make someone almost cry |
| 8661 |
It's not a bad tear – we should be able to mend it. tear a hole in a piece of paper, cloth etc where it has been torn |
| 8662 |
There was a tear in her coat. tear tear in a hole in a piece of paper, cloth etc where it has been torn |
| 8663 |
primary and secondary education secondary relating to the education of children between the ages of 11 and 16 or 18 |
| 8664 |
secondary teachers pupils secondary relating to the education of children between the ages of 11 and 16 or 18 |
| 8665 |
His feelings in the matter are of secondary importance. secondary less important than something else |
| 8666 |
He only played a secondary role. secondary less important than something else |
| 8667 |
The colour of the car is secondary to its quality and price. secondary secondary to less important than something else |
| 8668 |
a secondary infection secondary happening after something else, or as a result of it |
| 8669 |
secondary glazing secondary added later |
| 8670 |
Books written in the present day by historians are secondary sources. secondary connected to something, but not directly |
| 8671 |
We intend to make child welfare one of our priorities. welfare the health and happiness of people |
| 8672 |
Police are concerned for the welfare of the child's mother. welfare welfare of the health and happiness of people |
| 8673 |
an animal welfare organization welfare good care and living conditions for animals |
| 8674 |
the welfare system welfare care provided by the state or another organization for people in need |
| 8675 |
Passive smoking can lead to an increased risk of lung cancer. increased greater in size, amount, or degree |
| 8676 |
Attach the rope to the branch of a tree. attach attach something to something to fasten or join one thing to another |
| 8677 |
There was a message attached to the flowers. attach to fasten or join one thing to another |
| 8678 |
He attached a colour printer to his computer. attach to connect one machine or piece of equipment to another |
| 8679 |
I attach a recent photograph. attach to send something such as a document or piece of extra information with a letter |
| 8680 |
The field was used by horses from the riding school that is attached to the farm. attach be attached to something if something is attached to a place, it has a connection with or is part of it |
| 8681 |
An element of risk inevitably attaches to sports such as skiing. attach attach to something if a quality attaches to someone or something, they have that quality |
| 8682 |
Considerable prestige attaches to his new position. attach if a quality attaches to someone or something, they have that quality |
| 8683 |
She is now attached to the American Embassy in Beijing. attach be attached to someone something to send someone to work with a different group of people or in a different place, especially temporarily |
| 8684 |
The licence renewal had two special conditions attached. attach attach a condition (to something) to allow something only if someone agrees to a condition |
| 8685 |
Both her parents attach great importance to education. attach attach importance significance value weight to something to think that something is important or true and that it should be considered seriously |
| 8686 |
She is a writer to whom the label 'feminist' is often attached. attach attach a label to someone to think of someone as having a particular character or nature |
| 8687 |
They soon attached themselves to a group of women discussing the next day's activities. attach attach yourself to to spend time with someone or become part of a group |
| 8688 |
bushes covered with frost frost a thin white layer of ice that looks like powder and forms on things outside when the weather is very cold |
| 8689 |
A late frost in May could easily kill these delicate plants. frost an early late frost (=in early autumn late spring) a period of weather cold enough to form frost |
| 8690 |
There's going to be a hard frost overnight. frost a hard heavy sharp frost (=very cold weather) a period of weather cold enough to form frost |
| 8691 |
It's a typical working-class community. typical like most people or things of the same type |
| 8692 |
a typical reaction response comment typical like most people or things of the same type |
| 8693 |
He's followed a fairly typical career in teaching. typical fairly typical like most people or things of the same type |
| 8694 |
The view is fairly typical of people of his generation. typical typical of like most people or things of the same type |
| 8695 |
He was the typical angry customer. typical used about people or things that are exactly like what most people imagine they are like |
| 8696 |
This isn't your typical Chinese restaurant. typical used about people or things that are exactly like what most people imagine they are like |
| 8697 |
She responded with typical enthusiasm. typical used for saying that someone is behaving in the way that they usually behave |
| 8698 |
It was typical of him to want to help. typical typical of used for saying that someone is behaving in the way that they usually behave |
| 8699 |
It's typical! Just when we might have won, two of our players got injured. typical used for saying that you are not surprised that something bad has happened |
| 8700 |
The show's been cancelled? Typical! typical used for saying that you are not surprised that something bad has happened |
| 8701 |
The hurricane will reach the island this evening. Meanwhile, residents are being evacuated. meanwhile from now until a time or event in the future |
| 8702 |
He accepted money from investors and was meanwhile spending it on luxury cruises. meanwhile at the same time |
| 8703 |
You throw food away, and meanwhile children are starving all over the world. meanwhile used for emphasizing the difference between two situations |
| 8704 |
his failure to win the leadership of the party leadership leadership of the position of being the leader or being in charge of an organization, country etc |
| 8705 |
They invaded the Roman Empire under the leadership of Alaric I. leadership under someone's leadership the position of being the leader or being in charge of an organization, country etc |
| 8706 |
The leadership struggle in the party grew more intense yesterday. leadership a leadership struggle contest challenge the position of being the leader or being in charge of an organization, country etc |
| 8707 |
The vote defied the wishes of the Labour leadership. leadership the senior people in an organization or the people who are in charge of a country |
| 8708 |
the leadership of the board of trustees leadership leadership of the senior people in an organization or the people who are in charge of a country |
| 8709 |
The complaints from the club seem to be that the president isn't showing enough leadership. leadership the qualities and skills of a good leader |
| 8710 |
Our aim is to achieve market leadership. leadership the position of being more successful than anyone who you are competing against |
| 8711 |
contract negotiations negotiation formal discussions in which people or groups try to reach an agreement, especially in a business or political situation |
| 8712 |
The union said that everything is open to negotiation. negotiation open to negotiation (=able to be changed or agreed upon after discussion) formal discussions in which people or groups try to reach an agreement, especially in a business or political situation |
| 8713 |
We've reached a broad agreement, but the details are subject to negotiation. negotiation subject to negotiation (=may be changed or decided upon after discussion) formal discussions in which people or groups try to reach an agreement, especially in a business or political situation |
| 8714 |
The terms of the wage settlement are still under negotiation. negotiation under negotiation being discussed in a process that may lead to change |
| 8715 |
Go and put on a clean shirt. clean not dirty |
| 8716 |
nice clean towels clean not dirty |
| 8717 |
I like to keep the place clean and tidy. clean clean and tidy not dirty |
| 8718 |
Everything in the house was spotlessly clean (=extremely clean). clean spotlessly clean not dirty |
| 8719 |
Tom had scrubbed the floor clean. clean brush scrub sweep wash wipe etc something clean not dirty |
| 8720 |
Pigs are actually very clean animals. clean clean people and animals keep themselves and the places where they live clean |
| 8721 |
Many refugees are living in appalling conditions, without clean water and proper sanitation. clean clean air or water has no dirty or dangerous substances in it |
| 8722 |
the clean country air clean clean air or water has no dirty or dangerous substances in it |
| 8723 |
clean technologies clean clean machines and processes do not create a lot of pollution |
| 8724 |
We already have the cleanest diesel fuel in the world. clean clean machines and processes do not create a lot of pollution |
| 8725 |
an attempt by the government to project a clean image clean not guilty of anything illegal or wrong |
| 8726 |
Why couldn't the president send somebody with a totally clean record? clean not guilty of anything illegal or wrong |
| 8727 |
I've got a clean driving licence (=I have not committed any driving offences). clean not guilty of anything illegal or wrong |
| 8728 |
It was all good clean fun. clean clean language or humour does not offend people, especially because it does not involve sex |
| 8729 |
Keep it clean – there are children listening. clean keep it clean (=not say anything offensive) clean language or humour does not offend people, especially because it does not involve sex |
| 8730 |
It was a good clean fight. clean fair and done according to the rules |
| 8731 |
The police stopped him, but he was clean. clean not carrying anything illegal |
| 8732 |
Carter's been clean for six months. clean no longer using illegal drugs |
| 8733 |
the clean lines of a good design clean clean shapes, lines, or movements are smooth, regular, or tidy |
| 8734 |
The wine is clean and fresh, though with a robust flavour. clean clean smells, tastes, and colours are light and fresh |
| 8735 |
These results give Britain's forests a clean bill of health. clean give someone something a clean bill of health a statement that someone is healthy, or that something is operating correctly or is in good condition |
| 8736 |
After the divorce, I decided to make a clean break and moved to a new town. clean make a clean break a sudden complete end to something such as a relationship or a period of time spent in a place |
| 8737 |
Liverpool kept a clean sheet. clean a clean sheet a situation in football in which the other team has not been able to score any goals against you |
| 8738 |
Firms often want to start with a clean sheet when setting up a new subsidiary. clean start begin with a clean slate sheet a situation in which everything bad or wrong that you have done in the past is forgiven or forgotten, and you can make a new start |
| 8739 |
The United States had a clean sweep in the 100 metres. clean a situation in which one person or team wins all the prizes or all the different parts in a competition |
| 8740 |
It is time that the Opposition came clean about their plans for the self-employed. clean come clean about on over to tell the truth about something that you have kept secret |
| 8741 |
It was time to come clean with my mother. clean come clean with to tell the truth about something that you have kept secret |
| 8742 |
Hilary decided to give the cottage a good clean. clean give something a (good) clean an occasion when you clean something |
| 8743 |
Paul is cleaning his car. clean to remove the dirt from something |
| 8744 |
Do you want the windows cleaned? clean to remove the dirt from something |
| 8745 |
You should clean your teeth twice a day. clean to remove the dirt from something |
| 8746 |
I cleaned the mud off my boots. clean clean something off something to remove the dirt from something |
| 8747 |
We've cleaned the house from top to bottom. clean to remove the dirt and dust in a house or other building |
| 8748 |
I spent the morning cleaning. clean to remove the dirt and dust in a house or other building |
| 8749 |
His mother supported the family by cleaning offices. clean to clean houses or buildings as a job |
| 8750 |
The woman who cleans for me has got flu. clean clean for to clean houses or buildings as a job |
| 8751 |
I was so worried about you, I clean forgot to feel sorry for myself. clean clean forgot used for emphasizing that something happens completely |
| 8752 |
The bullet passed clean through his chest. clean clean through off out etc used for emphasizing that something happens completely |
| 8753 |
The blast blew the windows clean out of the building. clean used for emphasizing that something happens completely |
| 8754 |
Religion is something we always argue about. religion the belief in the existence of a god or gods |
| 8755 |
the Christian Hindu Muslim religion religion a system of beliefs in a god or gods that has its own ceremonies and traditions |
| 8756 |
The children are learning about different cultures and religions. religion a system of beliefs in a god or gods that has its own ceremonies and traditions |
| 8757 |
As students, socialism was our religion. religion an activity or aim that is extremely important to you |
| 8758 |
All the votes have been counted. count to calculate how many people or things there are in a group |
| 8759 |
She put the money in her bag without counting it. count to calculate how many people or things there are in a group |
| 8760 |
At least 60 people were injured, but we're still counting. count to calculate how many people or things there are in a group |
| 8761 |
I can count up to ten in German. count count (up) to to say numbers one after another in order |
| 8762 |
Points scored after the bell do not count. count to include something or someone in a calculation, or to be included in a calculation |
| 8763 |
Marks for project work count towards your final exam result. count count towards to include something or someone in a calculation, or to be included in a calculation |
| 8764 |
Do bank holidays count as part of annual leave? count count as to include something or someone in a calculation, or to be included in a calculation |
| 8765 |
For tax purposes, sick pay is counted as income. count count something as something be counted as something to include something or someone in a calculation, or to be included in a calculation |
| 8766 |
That counts as a lie as far as I'm concerned. count count as to think of someone or something as a particular thing, or to be thought of as a particular thing |
| 8767 |
Does geography count as a science subject? count count something as something be counted as something to think of someone or something as a particular thing, or to be thought of as a particular thing |
| 8768 |
Beth had a good voice, but had never counted herself as a real musician. count count someone as something to think of someone or something as a particular thing, or to be thought of as a particular thing |
| 8769 |
He counts John Lennon among his musical influences. count count someone among something to think of someone or something as a particular thing, or to be thought of as a particular thing |
| 8770 |
We can count ourselves lucky that none of us got hurt. count count yourself lucky fortunate to think of someone or something as a particular thing, or to be thought of as a particular thing |
| 8771 |
You're late, but you're here; and that's what counts. count to be important, or to have influence |
| 8772 |
What really counts is whether you have good computing skills. count to be important, or to have influence |
| 8773 |
They made me feel my views didn't count for anything. count count for something anything nothing to be important, or to have influence |
| 8774 |
So far we've had over 4,000 calls, and counting. count and counting used for saying that a number is continuing to increase as time passes |
| 8775 |
The whole town is counting the cost of the bombing today. count count the cost to realize what has been lost or damaged as a result of something |
| 8776 |
I'm counting the days until I see you again. count count the days hours minutes etc to wait for something that you want very much to happen |
| 8777 |
You only get one chance, so you have to make it count. count make something count to make something have as useful and positive an effect as possible |
| 8778 |
I've had about ten chocolates already, but who's counting? count who's counting? used for saying that it is not important how many things there are, how many times something happens etc |
| 8779 |
After the count, Ellison had 25% of the votes. count the process of counting how many people or things there are in a group |
| 8780 |
I did a quick head count and realized Suzie was missing. count word head traffic etc count the process of counting how many people or things there are in a group |
| 8781 |
At the last count, 400 people had agreed to join. count at (the) last count the process of counting how many people or things there are in a group |
| 8782 |
My count is 80 – what's yours? count the total number of people or things counted |
| 8783 |
Hold your breath for a count of ten. count the process of saying numbers in order, up to a particular number |
| 8784 |
My eyes start to water when the pollen count is high. count pollen sperm cell etc count the amount of a substance that is measured as being present in another substance, for example in your blood or in the air |
| 8785 |
Manning was jailed on three counts of corruption. count each crime that someone is charged with |
| 8786 |
the Count of Anjou count a nobleman in some European countries, but not in the UK |
| 8787 |
Try to keep count of how many calories you eat over a week. count keep count (of something) of to remember or record a number as it changes over a period of time |
| 8788 |
I've lost count of the number of interviews I've given. count lose count (of something) used for emphasizing that something has happened very many times |
| 8789 |
I thought he was a kind and honest man – I was wrong on both counts. count on both several etc counts in both several etc ways |
| 8790 |
Steve was out for the count, so I answered the phone. count out for the count unconscious, or sleeping and not likely to wake up |
| 8791 |
He wore a dark grey suit. grey between black and white in colour. If something is similar to this colour, you can say that it is a greyish colour |
| 8792 |
The water was a greyish-green. grey between black and white in colour. If something is similar to this colour, you can say that it is a greyish colour |
| 8793 |
She seems to have gone grey very quickly. grey if someone goes or turns grey, their hair starts to become white |
| 8794 |
His face was grey with pain. grey grey with if someone's face is grey, they look pale, because they are ill, weak, or shocked |
| 8795 |
In London it was a grey November day. grey used for describing the weather or the light when it is not very bright, because there is a lot of cloud |
| 8796 |
The rain stopped and the grey skies began to clear. grey used for describing the weather or the light when it is not very bright, because there is a lot of cloud |
| 8797 |
the drab grey tedium of his life grey boring |
| 8798 |
a grey area in environmental law grey not clear and therefore not easy to deal with |
| 8799 |
the grey vote grey used for describing issues that affect old people |
| 8800 |
shades of grey grey a colour that is between black and white |
| 8801 |
a greying sky grey to become grey in colour |
| 8802 |
His grandfather was Greek; hence the surname. hence used for introducing something that is a result of the fact that has just been stated |
| 8803 |
Alcohol can cause liver failure and hence death. hence used for introducing something that is a result of the fact that has just been stated |
| 8804 |
The new model is to be released four years hence (=in four years). hence two years six months three weeks etc hence used for saying how many years, months, or days from now something will happen |
| 8805 |
In an emergency dial 999. dial to press the buttons, or to turn the dial, on a telephone in order to call someone |
| 8806 |
He has two daughters from his first marriage and a son from his second. first coming, happening, or starting before all the others |
| 8807 |
Julia got there first, but Susan arrived just a few minutes later. first coming, happening, or starting before all the others |
| 8808 |
I was first in the queue so I think I should be served first. first coming, happening, or starting before all the others |
| 8809 |
The lecture is the first in a series that will be presented at the university. first the first coming, happening, or starting before all the others |
| 8810 |
First, let's go around the room and introduce ourselves. first if you do something first, you do it before you do anything else |
| 8811 |
Can't I just finish reading this article first? first if you do something first, you do it before you do anything else |
| 8812 |
There is a strict procedure you must follow: first make sure the safety catch is on. first used for introducing the thing that comes before the others in a series or list |
| 8813 |
Take the first turning on the right. first used for referring to a thing or place that you reach before any other when you are going somewhere |
| 8814 |
It's the first house that you come to. first used for referring to a thing or place that you reach before any other when you are going somewhere |
| 8815 |
This will be Kenny's first trip overseas. first used for referring to something that has never happened before, or has not happened since a particular time |
| 8816 |
I first met him in 1980. first used for referring to something that has never happened before, or has not happened since a particular time |
| 8817 |
The strike is the first in the industry since 1987. first the first used for referring to something that has never happened before, or has not happened since a particular time |
| 8818 |
I remember the first time I went to church. first the first time used for referring to something that has never happened before, or has not happened since a particular time |
| 8819 |
Who was the first man on the moon? first used for referring to someone who does something that no one has ever done before, or that no one has done since a particular time |
| 8820 |
'Has anyone else visited you?' 'No, you're the first.' first used for referring to someone who does something that no one has ever done before, or that no one has done since a particular time |
| 8821 |
Hillary and Norgay were the first to climb Everest. first the first to do something used for referring to someone who does something that no one has ever done before, or that no one has done since a particular time |
| 8822 |
He cooked me a meal, which was a first for him. first something that has never happened before and is therefore important or exciting |
| 8823 |
They borrowed $65 million to cover the first six months of 1993. first at the beginning of a period of time, a situation, an activity etc |
| 8824 |
When I first started running, I could do a mile in nine minutes. first at the beginning of a period of time, a situation, an activity etc |
| 8825 |
The first few days of our holiday were wonderful. first at the beginning of a period of time, a situation, an activity etc |
| 8826 |
His first love was music. first used for referring to the main or most important thing |
| 8827 |
Our first consideration must be the safety of the passengers. first used for referring to the main or most important thing |
| 8828 |
There are four reasons. First, the company has to make money. first used for giving an important fact or reason that will be followed by other less important facts |
| 8829 |
Karen has always been first in her class. first better than anyone or anything else in a game, competition etc |
| 8830 |
Phil Gray came first in the under-12 competition. first come first better than anyone or anything else in a game, competition etc |
| 8831 |
Crowe's book of poems won first prize in last year's competition. first first prize place better than anyone or anything else in a game, competition etc |
| 8832 |
He got a first in maths from Imperial College. first get a first in something in the UK and Australia, the highest mark for an undergraduate degree from a university |
| 8833 |
Move down to first gear. first used for referring to the lowest gear of a car, bicycle etc |
| 8834 |
Now put the car in first. first used for referring to the lowest gear of a car, bicycle etc |
| 8835 |
At first he wouldn't even talk about it. first at first in the beginning before something changes |
| 8836 |
At first glance, the theory seems to make a lot of sense. first at first sight glance at the moment when you first see something or find out about something, before you know more details |
| 8837 |
There was nothing especially attractive about him at first sight. first at first sight glance at the moment when you first see something or find out about something, before you know more details |
| 8838 |
My children will always come first, and they know that. first come first to be the most important person or thing to someone |
| 8839 |
Does business always come first with Luke? first come first with to be the most important person or thing to someone |
| 8840 |
He was first and foremost an educator who cared about his students. first first and foremost used for emphasizing the main point or the most important reason for something |
| 8841 |
'Why not get a job that pays more?' 'First and foremost, because I really like what I'm doing.' first first and foremost used for emphasizing the main point or the most important reason for something |
| 8842 |
Acting wasn't Maureen's first choice of vocation. first someone's first choice the thing or person that you like more than all the others |
| 8843 |
The tickets will be given on a first come, first served basis. first first come, first served used for saying that if you arrive before other people you will be served or dealt with before them |
| 8844 |
First of all, I'd like to give you a little background information. first used for introducing the first of several things that you are going to say |
| 8845 |
First of all, clean the surface that you are going to paint. first before doing anything else |
| 8846 |
First off, I want to tell you how much I like your work. first first off used for introducing the first of a series of things that you are going to say |
| 8847 |
She'd told the doctor she was ill, but this is the first I've heard of it. first the first someone hears knows of something the moment that someone hears finds out about something new, especially when other people already know about it |
| 8848 |
I rang them first thing this morning. first first thing (in the morning) at the very beginning of the day |
| 8849 |
It was obvious from the first that they would win. first from the (very) first from the beginning |
| 8850 |
These scholarships will normally be awarded for one year in the first instance, with a likely extension. first in the first instance at the beginning of a series of actions |
| 8851 |
There were several reasons he couldn't sleep. In the first place, Peg snored. first used for stating the most basic reason for something |
| 8852 |
If you don't like her, why invite her in the first place? first at the beginning of a situation |
| 8853 |
He said it was up to the United States to make the first move. first make the first move to take action before anyone else |
| 8854 |
He doesn't know the first thing about literature. first not know the first thing not have the first idea about something to not know anything about a subject or not have the skills to do something |
| 8855 |
I always put my marriage first. first put someone something first to decide that someone or something is more important than anything else |
| 8856 |
Drivers are being encouraged to save fuel. fuel a substance such as oil, gas, coal, or wood that produces heat or power when it is burned. Coal and wood are sometimes called solid fuel |
| 8857 |
a shortage of food and fuel fuel a substance such as oil, gas, coal, or wood that produces heat or power when it is burned. Coal and wood are sometimes called solid fuel |
| 8858 |
The stolen car was abandoned when it ran out of fuel. fuel petrol or diesel used in vehicles |
| 8859 |
a car that runs on unleaded fuel fuel petrol or diesel used in vehicles |
| 8860 |
fuel oil fuel used as fuel, or relating to fuel |
| 8861 |
fuel consumption fuel used as fuel, or relating to fuel |
| 8862 |
fuel tank pump gauge fuel used as fuel, or relating to fuel |
| 8863 |
Their support gives fuel to the criticism that the government is moving to the right. fuel fuel to for something that someone can use to support their argument |
| 8864 |
Reports from Manila only added fuel to the controversy. fuel add fuel to something (=make people argue more) something that someone can use to support their argument |
| 8865 |
Graf's back problem fuelled speculation that she might soon retire. fuel to make something increase or become worse, especially something unpleasant |
| 8866 |
People's fear of crime is fuelled by sensationalist reports. fuel to make something increase or become worse, especially something unpleasant |
| 8867 |
Can I borrow your keys? I can't find mine. mine used for showing that something belongs to or is connected with you when you are the person speaking or writing |
| 8868 |
Most people would think a job like mine utterly boring. mine used for showing that something belongs to or is connected with you when you are the person speaking or writing |
| 8869 |
This must be your T-shirt. Mine has stains on it. mine used for showing that something belongs to or is connected with you when you are the person speaking or writing |
| 8870 |
I got the idea from a friend of mine. mine of mine used for showing that something belongs to or is connected with you when you are the person speaking or writing |
| 8871 |
an area where tin is mined mine to dig a large hole or tunnel in the ground in order to get coal, gold etc, or to take coal, gold etc from such a hole or tunnel |
| 8872 |
People still mine for coal in this area. mine mine for to dig a large hole or tunnel in the ground in order to get coal, gold etc, or to take coal, gold etc from such a hole or tunnel |
| 8873 |
The road was heavily mined. mine to hide bombs under the ground or under water |
| 8874 |
The Internet is a mine of information on gardening. mine a mine of information (on about) someone or something that can provide you with a lot of information, gossip etc |
| 8875 |
We have to be prepared for any eventuality. prepared prepared for ready and able to do something |
| 8876 |
She will need to be well prepared for the task ahead. prepared well fully prepared ready and able to do something |
| 8877 |
The Premier seemed ill prepared for the press conference. prepared ill badly prepared ready and able to do something |
| 8878 |
I already warned them that I want everything prepared before I go. prepared ready for use |
| 8879 |
Bonner read from a carefully prepared statement. prepared done or made earlier |
| 8880 |
You can see a doctor today, if you're prepared to wait. prepared prepared to do something willing and able to do something if it is necessary |
| 8881 |
I'm prepared to take legal action if necessary. prepared prepared to do something willing and able to do something if it is necessary |
| 8882 |
I'm not prepared to listen to excuses. prepared prepared to do something willing and able to do something if it is necessary |
| 8883 |
Our department has become the servant of corporate headquarters. servant the servant of someone or something that is used or controlled by another person or thing |
| 8884 |
The company accepts no liability for delays caused by bad weather. liability liability for legal responsibility for causing damage or injury, or for paying something |
| 8885 |
His outspoken views have made him a liability to the party. liability liability to someone or something that causes problems for someone |
| 8886 |
a constant flow of traffic on the motorway constant continuous or regular over a long period of time |
| 8887 |
His health has been a constant source of concern for us. constant continuous or regular over a long period of time |
| 8888 |
The children need constant supervision. constant continuous or regular over a long period of time |
| 8889 |
constant phone calls interruptions constant used for emphasizing that something is annoying because it is continuous |
| 8890 |
Maintain a constant speed. constant continuing at the same rate, level, or amount over a particular period of time |
| 8891 |
Her friendship is the one constant in his life. constant something that always stays the same and never changes |
| 8892 |
overtime work pay rates overtime extra hours that someone works at their job |
| 8893 |
I've been working a lot of overtime lately. overtime work overtime extra hours that someone works at their job |
| 8894 |
Do you get overtime? overtime the money that someone is paid for the extra hours that they work |
| 8895 |
My imagination's been working overtime. overtime working overtime much more active than usual |
| 8896 |
Go away! I hate you! hate to dislike someone or something very much |
| 8897 |
I hate the smell of cigarettes. hate to dislike someone or something very much |
| 8898 |
Craig hated the idea of her going away. hate if you hate something such as a particular situation or activity, you find it unpleasant or upsetting |
| 8899 |
I hate to lose any game. hate hate to do something if you hate something such as a particular situation or activity, you find it unpleasant or upsetting |
| 8900 |
Molly hates sitting still and doing nothing. hate hate doing something if you hate something such as a particular situation or activity, you find it unpleasant or upsetting |
| 8901 |
She hated the children staying out too late. hate hate someone something doing something if you hate something such as a particular situation or activity, you find it unpleasant or upsetting |
| 8902 |
I hate it when my parents argue. hate hate it when if you hate something such as a particular situation or activity, you find it unpleasant or upsetting |
| 8903 |
I hate to interrupt, but there's an urgent phone call for you. hate I hate to bother interrupt trouble etc you a polite way of saying you are sorry for interrupting someone or asking them for something |
| 8904 |
I hate to admit it, but Sam may be right. hate I hate to say admit used for showing that you are sorry about what you are going to say, because you think it is unpleasant or you wish it was not true |
| 8905 |
I hate to say this, but I think you've probably lost your money. hate I hate to say admit used for showing that you are sorry about what you are going to say, because you think it is unpleasant or you wish it was not true |
| 8906 |
I hate to think how much money I have spent. hate I hate to think used for emphasizing that you do not want to think about something because it is unpleasant or upsetting |
| 8907 |
I'd hate to see public money put into something which is not going anywhere. hate I'd hate (for) someone something to do something used for saying that a particular situation or event would make you feel unhappy |
| 8908 |
She looked at him with eyes full of hate. hate the feeling of hating someone or something |
| 8909 |
walking running shoes shoe something that you wear on each foot, usually over socks |
| 8910 |
She bought several pairs of shoes. shoe pair of shoes something that you wear on each foot, usually over socks |
| 8911 |
shoe polish shoe relating to shoes, or used for shoes |
| 8912 |
a shoe shop shoe relating to shoes, or used for shoes |
| 8913 |
Not many people could fill the old man's shoes. shoe fill someone's shoes to do the job that someone used to do |
| 8914 |
What would you do if you were in my shoes? shoe in someone's shoes in the situation that someone else is in |
| 8915 |
Rent is our biggest expense. expense an amount of money that you spend in order to buy or do something |
| 8916 |
You can claim part of your telephone bill as a business expense. expense an amount of money that you spend in order to buy or do something |
| 8917 |
travelling medical legal expenses expense an amount of money that you spend in order to buy or do something |
| 8918 |
a factory's operating expenses expense an amount of money that you spend in order to buy or do something |
| 8919 |
The insurance will cover all expenses incurred during your time in hospital. expense incur an expense an amount of money that you spend in order to buy or do something |
| 8920 |
people struggling to meet their basic living expenses expense cover meet an expense an amount of money that you spend in order to buy or do something |
| 8921 |
A powerful computer is worth the expense if you use it regularly. expense the high cost of something |
| 8922 |
the expense and inconvenience of recovering cargo from sunken ships expense expense of the high cost of something |
| 8923 |
His parents went to great trouble and expense to make sure the party was a success. expense go to great considerable etc expense (=spend a lot of money) the high cost of something |
| 8924 |
We didn't want to go to the expense of sending a courier. expense go to the expense of doing something (=spend money on doing something) the high cost of something |
| 8925 |
That little mistake put us to the expense of reprinting the whole book. expense put someone to the expense of doing something (=make someone spend money on doing something) the high cost of something |
| 8926 |
The company pays all our expenses. expense money that you spend as part of your job that your employer later gives back to you |
| 8927 |
Let me pay – I can put it on expenses. expense put something on expenses (=charge it to your employer) money that you spend as part of your job that your employer later gives back to you |
| 8928 |
Your salary will be 50,000 a year, plus expenses. expense plus expenses money that you spend as part of your job that your employer later gives back to you |
| 8929 |
All reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. expense reimburse expenses money that you spend as part of your job that your employer later gives back to you |
| 8930 |
You could win an all expenses paid holiday. expense all expenses paid if you do something all expenses paid, someone else pays for everything |
| 8931 |
We were supposed to provide safety equipment at our own expense. expense used for saying who pays for something |
| 8932 |
My family and friends all had a good laugh at my expense. expense if someone has a joke or enjoys themselves at your expense, they enjoy laughing at you |
| 8933 |
Military strength is often achieved at the expense of a country's economic health. expense at the expense of something if one thing exists or happens at the expense of another, the second thing suffers or is not done properly because of the first |
| 8934 |
At vast expense, he flew the entire family to Argentina. expense at great vast considerable expense spending a lot of money |
| 8935 |
a vast empty plain vast extremely large |
| 8936 |
Our dog eats a vast amount of food each day. vast a vast amount number quantity extremely large |
| 8937 |
the vast array of computer games available vast a vast range array extremely large |
| 8938 |
People flocked to the show in vast numbers. vast in vast numbers amounts extremely large |
| 8939 |
I believe the vast majority of people (=almost everyone) will support us. vast the vast majority of (=almost everyone or everything) extremely large |
| 8940 |
the vast expanse of the National Park vast a vast expanse (=a very large area) extremely large |
| 8941 |
The vastness of the topic overwhelms most readers. vast |
| 8942 |
She scraped away some soil and grasped the top of the root. soil the substance on the surface of the Earth in which plants grow |
| 8943 |
The dry rocky soil is suitable for planting vines. soil the substance on the surface of the Earth in which plants grow |
| 8944 |
It's hard these days to make a living from the soil. soil farming as a job or as a way of life |
| 8945 |
He disappeared as soon as he landed on US soil. soil on British US Japanese etc soil present or living in the UK, the US, Japan etc |
| 8946 |
She was afraid she might soil her new dress. soil to make something dirty |
| 8947 |
soiled clothing soil |
| 8948 |
historical writing that brings the past to life writing things such as a books, poems, and newspaper articles |
| 8949 |
There's a lot of interesting writing on the subject. writing writing on about things such as a books, poems, and newspaper articles |
| 8950 |
All the writing on the machine was in German. writing used about words written or printed on something |
| 8951 |
I'd recognize her writing anywhere. writing used about the individual way that a particular person writes |
| 8952 |
He teaches a course in creative writing. writing the job or activity of creating books, poems, newspaper articles etc |
| 8953 |
Wordsworth's writings writing all the books etc that someone has written |
| 8954 |
Give full details of the incident in writing. writing put give something in writing in the form of a document, that you can keep as proof of something such as an agreement |
| 8955 |
Make sure you get all estimates of the cost in writing. writing get something in writing (=ask for a document that you can keep as proof) in the form of a document, that you can keep as proof of something such as an agreement |
| 8956 |
Is the writing on the wall for tobacco advertising? writing the writing is on the wall used for saying that it seems likely that something will soon go wrong or stop existing |
| 8957 |
Her nose is bleeding. nose the part of your face above your mouth that you use for smelling and breathing. The two holes in your nose are called nostrils |
| 8958 |
Hold your nose (=press the two sides of it) and put your head under the water. nose the part of your face above your mouth that you use for smelling and breathing. The two holes in your nose are called nostrils |
| 8959 |
I'd like to punch him on the nose. nose the part of your face above your mouth that you use for smelling and breathing. The two holes in your nose are called nostrils |
| 8960 |
Can you pass me a tissue – my nose is running. nose someone's nose is running (=someone has liquid coming out of their nose) the part of your face above your mouth that you use for smelling and breathing. The two holes in your nose are called nostrils |
| 8961 |
a group of dirty children with runny noses nose a runny nose (=a nose with liquid coming out of it) the part of your face above your mouth that you use for smelling and breathing. The two holes in your nose are called nostrils |
| 8962 |
Excuse me, I just need to blow my nose. nose blow your nose (=to force liquid out of your nose) the part of your face above your mouth that you use for smelling and breathing. The two holes in your nose are called nostrils |
| 8963 |
That superior attitude of his gets right up my nose. nose get (right) up your nose to annoy you a lot |
| 8964 |
He had a nose for a good news story. nose have a (good) nose for something to have the ability to find or recognize something |
| 8965 |
Keep your nose out of my business. nose keep your nose out used for telling someone that you do not want them to know about things that are private |
| 8966 |
You have no right to poke your nose into my affairs! nose poke shove stick your nose into something to show too much interest in things that are someone's private business |
| 8967 |
She put his nose out of joint because she didn't consult him. nose put someone's nose out of joint to do something that will annoy someone |
| 8968 |
I know we lost – there's no need to rub my nose in it. nose rub someone's nose in something to keep reminding someone about something unpleasant that they do not want to think about |
| 8969 |
We offered her a perfectly good job, and she turned her nose up at it. nose turn your nose up (at something) to refuse to accept something, especially because you do not think it is good enough |
| 8970 |
They were dealing drugs right under the noses of the police. nose under someone's nose if something happens under your nose, it happens in a place or situation where you should notice it, but you do not |
| 8971 |
He walks around with his nose in the air and doesn't talk to anyone. nose with your nose in the air with an attitude that shows that you think you are better than other people |
| 8972 |
A huge truck was nosing through the traffic. nose if a vehicle noses forward, it moves forward slowly and carefully |
| 8973 |
The ambulance nosed its way out of the crowd. nose if a vehicle noses forward, it moves forward slowly and carefully |
| 8974 |
By half-time, Wales had nosed ahead, with the score at 16–14. nose nose ahead in front into the lead to move into a position where you are slightly in front of someone |
| 8975 |
Meteorites may hold clues about the origin of life on Earth. origin origin of the place or moment where something begins to exist |
| 8976 |
The country's constitution had its origins in Roman law. origin origin in the place or moment where something begins to exist |
| 8977 |
The collection owes its origin to an anonymous donation of drawings. origin something owes its origin to someone something the place or moment where something begins to exist |
| 8978 |
The college can trace its origins back to the 18th century. origin trace your origins (=follow the history of your development) the place or moment where something begins to exist |
| 8979 |
She tries to hide her upper-class origins, but her accent gives her away. origin the country, race, or social situation that someone comes from |
| 8980 |
Despite his humble origins, Steen went on to become a Member of Parliament. origin humble origins the country, race, or social situation that someone comes from |
| 8981 |
All the children will be treated equally, regardless of ethnic origin. origin ethnic racial origin the country, race, or social situation that someone comes from |
| 8982 |
The term 'black hole' is of fairly recent origin. origin of recent origin something of recent origin has not existed or been in use for long |
| 8983 |
Praise the Lord! lord a name that Christians use for talking about God or Jesus Christ |
| 8984 |
Lord Wilson lord used as a title for a lord |
| 8985 |
the Lord Chamberlain lord used in the titles of British officials of very high rank |
| 8986 |
Lord knows, you deserve everything you get. lord Lord knows used for emphasizing what you are saying |
| 8987 |
Lord only knows why he picked me! lord Lord (only) knows used for emphasizing that you do not know something |
| 8988 |
a cinema theatre match ticket ticket a piece of paper that shows you have paid to go into a place of entertainment such as a cinema or football ground |
| 8989 |
He got tickets for the first game of the season. ticket ticket for a piece of paper that shows you have paid to go into a place of entertainment such as a cinema or football ground |
| 8990 |
a train bus plane ticket ticket a piece of paper that shows you have paid for a journey on a train, plane etc |
| 8991 |
I'd like a return ticket to Sydney. ticket a return ticket (=for a journey to a place and back again) a piece of paper that shows you have paid for a journey on a train, plane etc |
| 8992 |
You expect a single ticket to be cheaper. ticket a single ticket (=for a journey to a place, but not back again) a piece of paper that shows you have paid for a journey on a train, plane etc |
| 8993 |
a lottery raffle draw ticket ticket a piece of paper with a number on it that wins you a prize in a game if your number is chosen |
| 8994 |
a speeding parking ticket ticket an official piece of paper that shows a driver that they must pay money for committing a traffic offence |
| 8995 |
a ticket agency office machine ticket involving tickets, or selling them |
| 8996 |
Ticket sales have been going well. ticket involving tickets, or selling them |
| 8997 |
Bush ran for president on the Republican ticket. ticket the politicians or policies that a political party is supporting |
| 8998 |
She is fighting the election on a law-and-order ticket. ticket the politicians or policies that a political party is supporting |
| 8999 |
This book is just the ticket for children who love animals. ticket just the ticket exactly what you want or need |
| 9000 |
She hoped that the job would be a ticket out of poverty. ticket a ticket to something a way in which you can achieve something |
| 9001 |
the editor of The Times editor someone whose job is to be in charge of a newspaper or magazine |
| 9002 |
the political sports fashion editor editor someone whose job is to be in charge of a particular section of a newspaper, magazine, or news organization |
| 9003 |
the BBC's foreign affairs editor editor someone whose job is to be in charge of a particular section of a newspaper, magazine, or news organization |
| 9004 |
She worked as a script editor for years. editor someone whose job is to edit books, documents, or films |
| 9005 |
the editor of the four-volume History of Literature editor someone who produces a book by choosing, arranging, and explaining things that other people have written |
| 9006 |
Then he switched sides and turned against his former allies. switch to change from one thing to another, or to make something do this |
| 9007 |
We switched lanes and accelerated towards the junction. switch to change from one thing to another, or to make something do this |
| 9008 |
He used to vote Conservative, but he switched to Labour in 1997. switch switch to to change from one thing to another, or to make something do this |
| 9009 |
Once you have learned the basics of word processing, switching between different programs is quite easy. switch switch between to change from one thing to another, or to make something do this |
| 9010 |
They announced that the tournament would be switched from March to December. switch switch something (from something) to something to change from one thing to another, or to make something do this |
| 9011 |
Journalists are switching their attention to other members of the royal family. switch to change from one thing to another, or to make something do this |
| 9012 |
He was accused of switching price labels. switch to replace one object with another |
| 9013 |
Will you switch with me next week? switch switch with to do someone else's work in their place, usually in exchange for them doing your work on some other occasion |
| 9014 |
a light switch switch something such as a button or a key that controls the electrical supply to a light, piece of equipment, machine etc |
| 9015 |
an on-off switch switch something such as a button or a key that controls the electrical supply to a light, piece of equipment, machine etc |
| 9016 |
He flicked the intercom switch to his secretary. switch flick flip a switch (=push it up or down) something such as a button or a key that controls the electrical supply to a light, piece of equipment, machine etc |
| 9017 |
Lily pressed the switch and plunged the room into darkness. switch press a switch something such as a button or a key that controls the electrical supply to a light, piece of equipment, machine etc |
| 9018 |
a major policy switch by Washington switch a change from one thing to another |
| 9019 |
He said the switch from electric to solar power would be made soon. switch a switch (from something) to something a change from one thing to another |
| 9020 |
A switch to a high-fibre diet will help your digestion. switch a change from one thing to another |
| 9021 |
Last year he made the switch to boxing from kickboxing. switch make the switch (from something) to something a change from one thing to another |
| 9022 |
You can go out to play provided that you finish your homework first. provided only if a particular thing happens or is done |
| 9023 |
Provided you pay me back by Friday, I'll lend you the money. provided only if a particular thing happens or is done |
| 9024 |
a northern accent northern in or from the north of a country |
| 9025 |
northern Italy northern in or from the north of a country |
| 9026 |
the historical significance of these events significance significance of the importance that something has because it affects other things |
| 9027 |
I do not think this case is really of great significance. significance be of great little etc significance the importance that something has because it affects other things |
| 9028 |
changes that have enormous significance for the medical profession significance significance for the importance that something has because it affects other things |
| 9029 |
Few observers appreciated the immense political significance of this development. significance appreciate grasp the significance of something the importance that something has because it affects other things |
| 9030 |
I didn't realize the true significance of this comment at the time. significance significance of the meaning of something, usually a special meaning or a meaning that is not obvious |
| 9031 |
It was a gesture that had some significance for his supporters. significance significance for the meaning of something, usually a special meaning or a meaning that is not obvious |
| 9032 |
Let's see what's on the other channels. channel a television station and the programmes that it broadcasts |
| 9033 |
He changed the channel to a news programme. channel a television station and the programmes that it broadcasts |
| 9034 |
We can reach these markets through our existing distribution channels. channel a method used for communicating information or for sending or receiving something |
| 9035 |
The government is using diplomatic channels to negotiate a ceasefire. channel a method used for communicating information or for sending or receiving something |
| 9036 |
It is important to maintain clear channels of communication. channel channel of a method used for communicating information or for sending or receiving something |
| 9037 |
It could take weeks if you went through the proper channels. channel go through the proper channels (=use the correct method) a method used for communicating information or for sending or receiving something |
| 9038 |
irrigation channels that supply the crops with water channel a narrow passage made in the ground so that water can go along it |
| 9039 |
the channel in which the door slides channel a long narrow cut in a surface |
| 9040 |
She was seeking a channel for her creative energies. channel channel for a way of showing people what you are feeling or thinking, or of using your energy or ability |
| 9041 |
The company has channelled 1.2 million into developing new products. channel channel something into something to use money or supplies for a particular purpose |
| 9042 |
She channelled all her energies into her career. channel channel something into something to use your energy, ability, feelings, or ideas for a particular purpose |
| 9043 |
All information on courses is channelled through the admissions office. channel channel something through something to make something follow a particular system |
| 9044 |
All the company's sales are channelled through outside distributors. channel to make something follow a particular system |
| 9045 |
Water is channelled into the lakes from the canals. channel channel something into to something to send something such as water along a passage |
| 9046 |
We used to gamble at the casino in Monte Carlo. gamble to risk money or something valuable in the hope of winning more if you are lucky or if you guess something correctly |
| 9047 |
The improved atmosphere persuaded some foreign investors to gamble on a recovery. gamble gamble on to do something that involves risks but may result in benefits if things happen as you hope they will |
| 9048 |
Mr Bush is gambling that his idea will attract support from the public. gamble gamble that to do something that involves risks but may result in benefits if things happen as you hope they will |
| 9049 |
His bankers opposed the move, but the gamble paid off (=was successful). gamble an action or plan that involves risks but will bring important benefits if it is successful |
| 9050 |
They may be taking a gamble on a young player by paying him so much. gamble take a gamble (on someone something) an action or plan that involves risks but will bring important benefits if it is successful |
| 9051 |
the rules and conventions of the House of Commons convention a way of behaving that is generally accepted as being normal and right |
| 9052 |
She rebelled against convention and refused to marry. convention a way of behaving that is generally accepted as being normal and right |
| 9053 |
the conventions of Greek architecture convention a way of writing, painting etc that is accepted as the usual or right way |
| 9054 |
Her later novels abandon the narrative conventions of 19th-century fiction. convention a way of writing, painting etc that is accepted as the usual or right way |
| 9055 |
The government's action may violate the European Convention on Human Rights. convention a formal agreement between governments of different countries about how they should behave towards each other or towards the people in their country |
| 9056 |
Most European countries have signed up to the Geneva Convention. convention a formal agreement between governments of different countries about how they should behave towards each other or towards the people in their country |
| 9057 |
Chicago was chosen as the site for an international crime convention. convention a meeting that a lot of people belonging to a particular profession or organization go to in order to discuss things |
| 9058 |
the convention of the National Organization for Women convention a meeting that a lot of people belonging to a particular profession or organization go to in order to discuss things |
| 9059 |
a funny story joke funny someone or something that is funny makes you laugh |
| 9060 |
one of Britain's funniest comedians funny someone or something that is funny makes you laugh |
| 9061 |
I don't think that's at all funny. funny someone or something that is funny makes you laugh |
| 9062 |
Wouldn't it be funny if we played a trick on him? funny someone or something that is funny makes you laugh |
| 9063 |
This tea tastes funny. funny strange, or unusual |
| 9064 |
The drugs did funny things to her head. funny strange, or unusual |
| 9065 |
You're in a funny mood today. funny strange, or unusual |
| 9066 |
There's something funny going on. funny strange, or unusual |
| 9067 |
If you love her, you've got a funny way of showing it. funny strange, or unusual |
| 9068 |
Do you think there's something funny about their business proposal? funny dishonest, or illegal |
| 9069 |
I've been feeling a bit funny all day. funny feel funny to feel slightly ill |
| 9070 |
'You are funny, Albert.' 'Funny ha-ha or peculiar?' funny funny ha-ha or funny peculiar used for saying or asking whether the word 'funny' is being used to mean 'amusing' or 'strange' |
| 9071 |
He's got a funny little car, hasn't he? funny funny little strange and small |
| 9072 |
The funny thing is, they stole my CDs but didn't take any money. funny the funny thing is used for saying you think something is strange |
| 9073 |
She says too much reading makes your eyes go funny. funny to stop working correctly |
| 9074 |
She goes a bit funny if she stops taking her drugs. funny to start behaving in a strange way |
| 9075 |
It's funny but I feel like I've met you before. funny it's that's funny used for saying that a situation seems strange |
| 9076 |
That's funny, she was here a minute ago. funny it's that's funny used for saying that a situation seems strange |
| 9077 |
It's funny how she passes all her exams without doing any work. funny it's that's funny how used for saying that a situation seems strange |
| 9078 |
Fortunately, Sharon saw the funny side of my mistake. funny see the funny side of something to realize that something bad that happens can also be funny |
| 9079 |
'The airline has lost your suitcases!' – 'Very funny, now tell me where they really are.' funny very funny used for telling someone that you do not believe what they have said |
| 9080 |
What's so funny about my hair? funny what's so funny? used for telling someone that you do not understand why they are laughing, and that you are slightly annoyed by it |
| 9081 |
She fell and broke a bone in her foot. bone one of the hard parts that form a frame inside the body of a human or animal. This frame is called a skeleton |
| 9082 |
Cook the fish, then carefully remove the bones. bone one of the hard parts that form a frame inside the body of a human or animal. This frame is called a skeleton |
| 9083 |
He was thin, and his hip bones stuck out. bone one of the hard parts that form a frame inside the body of a human or animal. This frame is called a skeleton |
| 9084 |
The archaeologists found fragments of bone. bone the substance that bones are made of |
| 9085 |
a chess set with carved bone pieces bone made of bone |
| 9086 |
The main bone of contention between us is our children's education. bone a bone of contention something that people disagree or argue about |
| 9087 |
His comments about racism may be too close to the bone for some people. bone close to the bone telling the truth about a subject that people prefer not to think about, in a way that may offend or upset people |
| 9088 |
We've had to cut our profit margins to the bone in order to survive. bone cut trim pare something to the bone to reduce something to the lowest possible level or amount |
| 9089 |
Something was wrong – she could feel it in her bones. bone feel know something in your bones to feel certain about something, although you cannot explain or prove it |
| 9090 |
I've got a bone to pick with you. bone have a bone to pick with someone to want to talk to someone about something they have done that has annoyed you |
| 9091 |
He makes no bones about the fact that he wants my job. bone make no bones about something to talk about or do something in a very open way without feeling ashamed or embarrassed |
| 9092 |
I don't believe that Karl has a bad bone in his body. bone not have a bad jealous etc bone in your body used for emphasizing that someone is not bad jealous etc in any way |
| 9093 |
All these curries are made with chicken off the bone. bone on off the bone with without the bones still in it |
| 9094 |
There wasn't much left of the estate after the lawyers had picked over the bones. bone pick over the bones of something to examine something very carefully in order to find anything of value and keep it for yourself |
| 9095 |
The chef boned the fish before grilling it. bone to remove the bones from meat or fish before cooking it |
| 9096 |
boned chicken bone to remove the bones from meat or fish before cooking it |
| 9097 |
Overcrowding in secondary schools is pretty severe. severe a severe problem is very serious and worrying |
| 9098 |
The reforms have caused severe economic hardship for the poorest members of the population. severe a severe problem is very serious and worrying |
| 9099 |
One of the passengers had suffered severe bruising and serious cuts. severe a severe pain, injury, or illness is serious and unpleasant |
| 9100 |
severe stomach pain severe a severe pain, injury, or illness is serious and unpleasant |
| 9101 |
Severe thunderstorms are forecast for Tuesday night. severe severe weather is extremely unpleasant and likely to cause harm or damage |
| 9102 |
The country has come under severe criticism for its human rights record. severe very strict or extreme |
| 9103 |
The most severe penalty he could get is ten years in prison. severe very strict or extreme |
| 9104 |
She was equally severe on students who were late for class. severe severe on strict and giving strong punishments when rules are not obeyed |
| 9105 |
a severe expression severe unfriendly and not smiling |
| 9106 |
a severe hairstyle severe extremely plain in style in a way that is not attractive |
| 9107 |
They face a severe test of character against a vastly superior team. severe needing a lot of effort, skill, or ability |
| 9108 |
an iron deficiency iron small quantities of iron, existing in some foods and in your body, which is important for good health |
| 9109 |
He revealed that the club already has some irons in the fire as regards one or two new faces for next season. iron have several different other irons in the fire to be busy with several different activities, or to have several different plans |
| 9110 |
She's finished ironing. iron to push a heated iron across cloth or clothes to make them smooth |
| 9111 |
Would you iron this shirt for me? iron to push a heated iron across cloth or clothes to make them smooth |
| 9112 |
huge iron gates iron made of iron |
| 9113 |
The whole region was still in the iron grip of winter. iron very strong, strict, or severe |
| 9114 |
For almost 50 years, Hoover ran the FBI with an iron fist. iron iron fist hand (=complete control) very strong, strict, or severe |
| 9115 |
She possesses an iron will and a sense of purpose. iron very determined |
| 9116 |
He's a good day-to-day manager but he lacks vision. vision the ability to think about and plan for the future, using intelligence and imagination, especially in politics and business |
| 9117 |
Tackling these challenges will require real vision. vision the ability to think about and plan for the future, using intelligence and imagination, especially in politics and business |
| 9118 |
a vision of a utopian society without money vision vision of someone's idea or hope of how something should be done, or how it will be in the future |
| 9119 |
They outlined their vision for regenerating the old harbour district. vision vision for someone's idea or hope of how something should be done, or how it will be in the future |
| 9120 |
I have vision in only one eye. vision the ability to see |
| 9121 |
He suffers from blurred vision and headaches. vision the ability to see |
| 9122 |
The lenses help increase some people's field of vision. vision field of vision (=the whole area that you can see) the ability to see |
| 9123 |
I had visions of cold showers and hard beds, but in fact the place was pretty comfortable. vision have visions of (doing) something to imagine that a particular thing is going to happen in the future |
| 9124 |
motor racing racing a sport in which cars, boats, horses, or other animals race against each other |
| 9125 |
yacht motorcycle greyhound racing racing a sport in which cars, boats, horses, or other animals race against each other |
| 9126 |
a Formula 1 racing driver racing connected with the sport of racing |
| 9127 |
a racing yacht racing connected with the sport of racing |
| 9128 |
It now seems a racing certainty that Besson will win the award. racing a racing certainty something that is certain to happen |
| 9129 |
They flew from New York to New Delhi via Frankfurt. via going through one place on the way to another place |
| 9130 |
The plan was to carry gas via Iran to Turkey. via going through one place on the way to another place |
| 9131 |
Blake spoke to the audience live via satellite from San Diego. via using a particular method or person to send or deliver something |
| 9132 |
It's easy to check your bank account via the Internet. via using a particular method or person to send or deliver something |
| 9133 |
We received a message from Davis via Paul Adams. via using a particular method or person to send or deliver something |
| 9134 |
The situation has improved somewhat during the past year. somewhat to some degree but not to a large degree |
| 9135 |
His behaviour has been somewhat unreasonable. somewhat to some degree but not to a large degree |
| 9136 |
Molly finally agreed, somewhat reluctantly, to go and see a doctor. somewhat to some degree but not to a large degree |
| 9137 |
Our economy was affected more than somewhat by events in the Far East. somewhat more than somewhat very much |
| 9138 |
We've seen a trend towards more violent films this year. trend trend towards to a gradual change or development that produces a particular result |
| 9139 |
the latest trends in popular music trend trend in a gradual change or development that produces a particular result |
| 9140 |
Today's figures continue the upward trend in the stock market. trend an upward downward trend a gradual change or development that produces a particular result |
| 9141 |
Everyone seems to be following the trend for sleek shiny hairstyles. trend follow a trend a gradual change or development that produces a particular result |
| 9142 |
Dell announced profits up by 30%, bucking the trend in the troubled high-tech market. trend buck a trend (=not be affected by a general trend) a gradual change or development that produces a particular result |
| 9143 |
More young people voted in this election, reversing a trend. trend reverse a trend to change a trend so that the opposite thing happens |
| 9144 |
His designs are setting new trends in women's fashion. trend set a trend to do something new that becomes popular |
| 9145 |
the French Russian Revolution revolution a situation in which people completely change their government or political system, usually by force |
| 9146 |
a group committed to promoting revolution revolution a situation in which people completely change their government or political system, usually by force |
| 9147 |
a sexual cultural revolution revolution a sudden or major change, especially in ideas or methods |
| 9148 |
A revolution in information technology is taking place. revolution revolution in a sudden or major change, especially in ideas or methods |
| 9149 |
the revolution of the Earth around the Sun revolution the movement of something in a circle around something else, either once or continuously |
| 9150 |
Engine speed is measured in revolutions per minute. revolution one complete turn made by something moving in a circle around a fixed point |
| 9151 |
Her mother's sudden death came as a terrible shock. terrible making you feel very upset or afraid |
| 9152 |
He's been through a terrible ordeal. terrible making you feel very upset or afraid |
| 9153 |
A few minutes later there was a terrible scream. terrible making you feel very upset or afraid |
| 9154 |
That's a terrible thing to say about anyone! terrible making you feel very upset or afraid |
| 9155 |
She suffered terrible injuries in the attack. terrible causing or involving serious harm or damage |
| 9156 |
There's been a terrible accident at the crossroads. terrible causing or involving serious harm or damage |
| 9157 |
A terrible storm hit the island last night. terrible causing or involving serious harm or damage |
| 9158 |
Don't you feel terrible about letting everyone down? terrible ill, unhappy, or feeling guilty |
| 9159 |
What's wrong? You look terrible. terrible ill, unhappy, or feeling guilty |
| 9160 |
The food was terrible. terrible very bad in quality or ability |
| 9161 |
He's a terrible driver. terrible very bad in quality or ability |
| 9162 |
I've always been really terrible at maths. terrible terrible at very bad in quality or ability |
| 9163 |
I'm afraid there's been a terrible mistake. terrible very great: used for emphasizing the degree to which something bad is true |
| 9164 |
He's obviously in terrible pain. terrible very great: used for emphasizing the degree to which something bad is true |
| 9165 |
Shirley sat in the corner, hugging her knees. knee the part in the middle of your leg, where it bends |
| 9166 |
We were up to our knees in mud. knee the part in the middle of your leg, where it bends |
| 9167 |
a serious knee injury knee the part in the middle of your leg, where it bends |
| 9168 |
He dropped to his knees and started praying. knee fall drop etc to your knees (=put your knees on the ground) the part in the middle of your leg, where it bends |
| 9169 |
His jeans had holes in both knees. knee the part of a pair of trousers that covers your knee |
| 9170 |
The strike brought the government to its knees. knee bring someone something to their knees to almost defeat someone, or to make them extremely weak |
| 9171 |
He asked her on bended knee to marry him. knee on bended knee with one knee or both knees on the ground |
| 9172 |
I was on my hands and knees looking under the bed. knee with your knees on the ground |
| 9173 |
The company was on its knees. knee extremely weak after a very difficult period |
| 9174 |
He should be on his knees begging for forgiveness. knee used for emphasizing that you are very sorry |
| 9175 |
Do I have to go down on my knees and beg? knee used for emphasizing that you want someone to help you |
| 9176 |
She kneed him in the groin. knee to hurt someone by hitting them with your knee |
| 9177 |
Unfortunately, Jack is leaving the company. unfortunately used for saying that something is sad or disappointing |
| 9178 |
Effective treatments do exist, but unfortunately they are very expensive. unfortunately used for saying that something is sad or disappointing |
| 9179 |
Unfortunately for Elaine, her results were not good enough. unfortunately unfortunately for used for saying that something is sad or disappointing |
| 9180 |
He brought her some flowers as a token of his thanks. token a token of your appreciation gratitude thanks etc something that you do for someone or that you give them as a way of showing your feelings towards them |
| 9181 |
You have to show respect for your colleagues, and by the same token they have to respect you. token by the same token in a similar way |
| 9182 |
There was only a token protest against the new system. token done simply in order to show people that you are doing something and not because what you do has any real importance or effectiveness |
| 9183 |
a token gesture token done simply in order to show people that you are doing something and not because what you do has any real importance or effectiveness |
| 9184 |
They were jailed for three years for stealing cars. steal to take something that belongs to someone else without permission |
| 9185 |
Johnny was accused of stealing from the shop. steal steal from to take something that belongs to someone else without permission |
| 9186 |
She was caught stealing food from the supermarket. steal steal something from someone something to take something that belongs to someone else without permission |
| 9187 |
While Sara wasn't looking, I stole across the hall to make a call. steal steal across into up to move somewhere quietly and secretly |
| 9188 |
I felt a warm deep pleasure steal over me. steal steal over through into if a feeling steals over someone, they gradually begin to feel it |
| 9189 |
A grim expression stole over his face. steal steal over across into if an expression steals over someone's face, they gradually begin to have that expression on their face |
| 9190 |
Cobb was famous for stealing second base. steal to run successfully to the next base before someone hits the ball in a game of baseball |
| 9191 |
Bored, he stole a glance at his watch. steal steal a glance look to look at someone or something secretly and quickly |
| 9192 |
Senator Johnson accused the President of stealing his thunder on the tax issue. steal steal someone's thunder to get attention and praise for doing something that someone else had planned to do |
| 9193 |
At that price, those shoes are a steal. steal something that is very cheap |
| 9194 |
Three ministers have been implicated in the scandal. implicate implicate someone in something to show or suggest that someone is involved in something illegal or morally wrong |
| 9195 |
Smoking has been implicated as a cancer risk factor. implicate to make something seem likely to be the cause of something bad |
| 9196 |
The book examines the causes of criminal behaviour. criminal relating to illegal acts |
| 9197 |
It is a criminal offence to threaten someone with violence. criminal a criminal offence act relating to illegal acts |
| 9198 |
Police are conducting a criminal investigation into his business affairs. criminal relating to parts of the legal system that deal with crime |
| 9199 |
You could face criminal charges. criminal criminal charges (=official statements saying that someone is accused by the police of committing a crime) relating to parts of the legal system that deal with crime |
| 9200 |
There is not enough evidence to start criminal proceedings against him. criminal criminal proceedings (=the process of examining a crime in a court of law) relating to parts of the legal system that deal with crime |
| 9201 |
the criminal element in society criminal used about people who often commit crimes |
| 9202 |
links between politicians and the criminal underworld criminal the criminal underworld (=people who regularly commit crimes) used about people who often commit crimes |
| 9203 |
It's criminal the way they treat their animals. criminal bad, wrong, or unfair in a way that makes you angry |
| 9204 |
That's a criminal waste of resources. criminal bad, wrong, or unfair in a way that makes you angry |
| 9205 |
The system is designed to prevent criminals from reoffending. criminal someone who has committed a crime |
| 9206 |
Convicted criminals should not profit from publicizing their crimes. criminal a convicted criminal (=one who has been judged guilty in a court of law) someone who has committed a crime |
| 9207 |
Most of the offenders are not hardened criminals. criminal a hardened criminal (=someone who has committed many crimes) someone who has committed a crime |
| 9208 |
We waited for them to give us the signal to move. signal give (someone) a signal a movement or sound made by someone that has a special meaning to another person |
| 9209 |
He gave a signal to his driver to carry on. signal signal to a movement or sound made by someone that has a special meaning to another person |
| 9210 |
At the prearranged signal, we all jumped up and shouted 'Surprise!' signal at a signal a movement or sound made by someone that has a special meaning to another person |
| 9211 |
They waved a flag as a signal of distress. signal do something as a signal (of something) a movement or sound made by someone that has a special meaning to another person |
| 9212 |
She knew she was sending him mixed signals. signal mixed conflicting signals (=signals that have different meanings) a movement or sound made by someone that has a special meaning to another person |
| 9213 |
sailors practising their semaphore signals signal information sent from one thing or person to another using a piece of equipment or an organized system |
| 9214 |
They had ignored the strong signals of an approaching economic crisis . signal signal of a fact, event, or action that shows what someone intends to do or shows what is likely to happen |
| 9215 |
The election was a signal for the party to rethink its strategies. signal signal for to a fact, event, or action that shows what someone intends to do or shows what is likely to happen |
| 9216 |
In terms of their personal relationships, teachers have to be very careful not to send students the wrong signals. signal give send a signal a fact, event, or action that shows what someone intends to do or shows what is likely to happen |
| 9217 |
When she told him she was leaving, Bill wasn't surprised – he had read the signals. signal read the signals (=understand their meaning correctly) a fact, event, or action that shows what someone intends to do or shows what is likely to happen |
| 9218 |
radio signals signal pictures, sound, or other information sent by one piece of electronic equipment and received by another one |
| 9219 |
The copper wire carries the electrical signals. signal carry a signal pictures, sound, or other information sent by one piece of electronic equipment and received by another one |
| 9220 |
The signal was at green. signal a piece of equipment with coloured lights on it that tells the driver of a vehicle to stop, go, or slow down |
| 9221 |
The cyclist signalled and turned right. signal to make a movement or sound that has a special meaning to another person |
| 9222 |
He signalled frantically across the room to his wife. signal signal to someone to make a movement or sound that has a special meaning to another person |
| 9223 |
The driver signalled her to cross the road. signal signal (to) someone to do something to make a movement or sound that has a special meaning to another person |
| 9224 |
He flashed his torch to signal that he was ready. signal signal that to make a movement or sound that has a special meaning to another person |
| 9225 |
This agreement signalled the end of the war. signal to show that something is happening or will happen |
| 9226 |
The new tax signalled that the government was serious about the environment. signal signal that to show that something is happening or will happen |
| 9227 |
The kidnappers have signalled their willingness to negotiate. signal if you signal a quality or your feelings, you show what you intend to do about something |
| 9228 |
Both parties have signalled their determination to win. signal if you signal a quality or your feelings, you show what you intend to do about something |
| 9229 |
a signal honour signal especially important and noticeable |
| 9230 |
I haven't the faintest notion what you're talking about. notion knowledge or understanding of something |
| 9231 |
Employment decisions should never be based on misconceived notions about age. notion an opinion or belief, especially one that is wrong or silly |
| 9232 |
I've a notion to spend the day at the beach. notion a notion to do something a sudden interest in doing something |
| 9233 |
It is very difficult to make comparisons across other schools. comparison make draw a comparison the process of considering how things or people are similar and how they are different |
| 9234 |
Direct comparison between the two languages is not possible. comparison comparison between the process of considering how things or people are similar and how they are different |
| 9235 |
We have made a systematic comparison of the techniques used by the different players. comparison comparison of the process of considering how things or people are similar and how they are different |
| 9236 |
The comparison will show how far politicians' views reflect those of the citizens. comparison a document, statement etc which makes a comparison between different things |
| 9237 |
Table 2 provides a comparison with last year's results. comparison comparison between with of a document, statement etc which makes a comparison between different things |
| 9238 |
He drew comparisons between the problems faced by the university and those confronting his own establishment. comparison make draw a comparison the process of finding things that are similar between two or more things or people |
| 9239 |
The comparison with his work is probably unfair. comparison comparison between with of the process of finding things that are similar between two or more things or people |
| 9240 |
Their performance bears comparison with any hospital in Scotland. comparison to be as good as someone or something |
| 9241 |
The language of the playground bears little comparison with the language of books. comparison to be similar |
| 9242 |
Their lives were exciting and glamorous; ours seemed dull by comparison. comparison by comparison (with) used for talking about the ways in which two people or things are different |
| 9243 |
By comparison with the lively teenagers, the adults were a joyless lot. comparison by comparison (with) used for talking about the ways in which two people or things are different |
| 9244 |
Smaller towns have less money to spend, so their systems are very modest in comparison. comparison in comparison used for talking about the ways in which two people or things are different |
| 9245 |
In comparison with the male, the female is stronger and more energetic. comparison in comparison with used for talking about the ways in which two people or things are different |
| 9246 |
Why are things cheaper in comparison to last year? comparison in comparison to used for talking about the ways in which two people or things are different |
| 9247 |
His powerful performances inevitably invite comparison with those of de Niro. comparison invite comparison with to be similar to someone or something |
| 9248 |
I never loved her the way I love you: there's no comparison. comparison there's no comparison used for saying that one person or thing is much better than the other |
| 9249 |
The book brings together several academic disciplines. academic relating to education, especially education in colleges and universities |
| 9250 |
The college offers both academic and professional qualifications. academic based on learning from books and study rather than on practical skills and experience |
| 9251 |
a school with a reputation for academic and sporting excellence academic based on learning from books and study rather than on practical skills and experience |
| 9252 |
She's certainly bright, but she's not very academic. academic good at learning things by studying |
| 9253 |
Given the lack of funding, any discussion of future plans was somewhat academic. academic not relating to a real situation, and therefore not relevant |
| 9254 |
The children were doing well academically. academic |
| 9255 |
The meeting was chaired by a leading Japanese academic. academic someone who teaches or does research at a college or university |
| 9256 |
A second game will be played to determine the outcome. outcome the final result of a process, meeting, activity etc |
| 9257 |
He refused to comment on the outcome of the election. outcome outcome of the final result of a process, meeting, activity etc |
| 9258 |
learning outcomes outcome the possible or likely result of something |
| 9259 |
Kristen believes strongly that the research will produce good results. strongly used for saying that you have a firm opinion about something |
| 9260 |
I feel strongly that the trial was unfair. strongly used for saying that you have a firm opinion about something |
| 9261 |
I would strongly recommend that you don't pay him anything yet. strongly used for emphasis when you are giving advice |
| 9262 |
The soup tasted strongly of salt. strongly in a way that is very easy to notice |
| 9263 |
Several players revolted against their new coach. revolt revolt against to say that you will not accept someone's authority or leadership |
| 9264 |
In 1992 the Serbs revolted against separation from Yugoslavia. revolt revolt against to refuse to accept something such as a law or a decision |
| 9265 |
The Poles revolted several times in the 19th century. revolt to try to remove the government of your country using force |
| 9266 |
He was revolted by the stench of the stockyards. revolt if someone or something revolts you, they are so unpleasant that you feel slightly ill |
| 9267 |
Just the thought of kissing him revolts me. revolt if someone or something revolts you, they are so unpleasant that you feel slightly ill |
| 9268 |
the peasants' revolt of June 1381 revolt an attempt to remove the government of a country using force |
| 9269 |
Students rose in revolt against the government. revolt in revolt an attempt to remove the government of a country using force |
| 9270 |
He found himself surrounded by an admiring crowd. surround to be all around or on all sides of someone or something |
| 9271 |
Can you name the states that surround Colorado? surround to be all around or on all sides of someone or something |
| 9272 |
People are surrounding their homes with barbed wire fences. surround surround something with something to be all around or on all sides of someone or something |
| 9273 |
Armed police quickly surrounded the building. surround to stand on all sides of a place, in order to stop someone from escaping |
| 9274 |
You are surrounded! Put down your weapons! surround to stand on all sides of a place, in order to stop someone from escaping |
| 9275 |
Uncertainty surrounds the future of the industry. surround to be closely connected with a situation or an event |
| 9276 |
The book was surrounded by controversy. surround to be closely connected with a situation or an event |
| 9277 |
She grew up surrounded by older children. surround to be near someone all the time |
| 9278 |
Maureen loved to surround herself with art. surround surround yourself with something to be near someone all the time |
| 9279 |
the hotel with its leafy garden surrounds surround the area or things around something |
| 9280 |
The town is a good base from which to explore this charming corner of Italy. explore to travel to a place in order to learn about it or to search for something valuable such as oil |
| 9281 |
companies exploring for oil explore explore for to travel to a place in order to learn about it or to search for something valuable such as oil |
| 9282 |
We are exploring the possibility of taking legal action against the company. explore to examine or discuss a subject, idea etc thoroughly |
| 9283 |
It is worth exploring other ways of dealing with this problem. explore to examine or discuss a subject, idea etc thoroughly |
| 9284 |
He wants to explore how the human brain will function under these circumstances. explore explore how what why etc to examine or discuss a subject, idea etc thoroughly |
| 9285 |
his many achievements achievement a particular thing that you have achieved |
| 9286 |
a remarkable achievement achievement a particular thing that you have achieved |
| 9287 |
They are holding a party to celebrate the achievement of their first year's goals. achievement achievement of the fact of achieving something |
| 9288 |
It was hard work, but the sense of achievement is huge. achievement sense of achievement the fact of achieving something |
| 9289 |
Harry's behaviour did seem a little odd. odd unusual or unexpected in a way that attracts your interest or attention |
| 9290 |
His paintings are a rather odd mixture of German and British influences. odd unusual or unexpected in a way that attracts your interest or attention |
| 9291 |
It's very odd that he hasn't sent you a birthday present. odd it is odd (that) unusual or unexpected in a way that attracts your interest or attention |
| 9292 |
It struck me as odd that there was no reply to my letter. odd strike someone as odd (=make someone think that something is unexpected) unusual or unexpected in a way that attracts your interest or attention |
| 9293 |
an odd-sounding name odd odd-sounding unusual or unexpected in a way that attracts your interest or attention |
| 9294 |
The children were very odd-looking in their costumes. odd odd-looking unusual or unexpected in a way that attracts your interest or attention |
| 9295 |
But the odd thing was that I didn't feel guilty. odd the odd thing is (that) (=it is unexpected that) unusual or unexpected in a way that attracts your interest or attention |
| 9296 |
That's odd, I thought I left my coat on the chair. odd that's odd unusual or unexpected in a way that attracts your interest or attention |
| 9297 |
The weather will remain cloudy with odd showers here and there. odd not happening frequently or regularly |
| 9298 |
I enjoy the odd beer now and again (=I like to have a beer sometimes) . odd the an odd something not happening frequently or regularly |
| 9299 |
The file was stuffed with notes and odd bits of paper. odd consisting of different types, sizes, shapes, colours etc |
| 9300 |
odd socks shoes gloves odd not having the other member of a pair |
| 9301 |
He must be sixty odd (=about 60 years old). odd approximately |
| 9302 |
There were 200 odd people in the room. odd approximately |
| 9303 |
Come and look at my photos when you've got the odd few minutes. odd odd minute moment a short period of free time |
| 9304 |
I'll phone her when I can find the odd moment. odd odd minute moment a short period of free time |
| 9305 |
See if you can spot the odd one out in the list. odd someone or something that is different from the others in a group or list |
| 9306 |
Johnny was always the odd one out. odd someone who is not accepted by the other members of a group because of being different |
| 9307 |
If we work in groups of three there won't be an odd one out. odd someone or something that is remaining after others form pairs, groups, or sets |
| 9308 |
The team set off without any expectation of success. expectation expectation of the belief that something will happen |
| 9309 |
His associate had given the information in expectation of a reduced penalty. expectation in expectation of the belief that something will happen |
| 9310 |
Contrary to her expectations, Caroline found the show very entertaining. expectation contrary to against (all someone's) expectations (=although something was not what you expected) the belief that something will happen |
| 9311 |
The rise in inflation is broadly in line with expectations. expectation in line with expectations (=the same as people expected) the belief that something will happen |
| 9312 |
Mark and Susie went into marriage with very different expectations. expectation a belief that something should happen in a particular way, or that someone or something should have particular qualities or behaviour |
| 9313 |
The two teachers have different expectations of their students. expectation a belief that something should happen in a particular way, or that someone or something should have particular qualities or behaviour |
| 9314 |
The success of the product has exceeded all our expectations. expectation exceed surpass someone's expectations (=be better than someone expected) a belief that something should happen in a particular way, or that someone or something should have particular qualities or behaviour |
| 9315 |
The team has performed beyond all expectations. expectation beyond (all) expectations (=much better than expected) a belief that something should happen in a particular way, or that someone or something should have particular qualities or behaviour |
| 9316 |
parents with high expectations of their children expectation have high low expectations (=expect something to be very good or very bad) a belief that something should happen in a particular way, or that someone or something should have particular qualities or behaviour |
| 9317 |
We had heard so much about the restaurant, but it did not live up to our expectations. expectation come up to live up to meet someone's expectations (=be as good as someone expected) a belief that something should happen in a particular way, or that someone or something should have particular qualities or behaviour |
| 9318 |
Our corporate headquarters are in Madrid. corporate relating to large companies, or to a particular large company |
| 9319 |
a powerful group that represents corporate America (=big businesses in the US) corporate relating to large companies, or to a particular large company |
| 9320 |
Some companies are introducing ethics into their corporate culture in a big way. corporate relating to large companies, or to a particular large company |
| 9321 |
Is there a corporate identity shared by all Asian countries? corporate shared by or including all the members of a group |
| 9322 |
Security staff will escort the prisoners to the scene of the crime. prisoner someone who is in prison as punishment for a crime |
| 9323 |
a political prisoner prisoner someone who is being kept in a prison during a war, or for political reasons |
| 9324 |
He was taken prisoner during the battle on 6 June. prisoner take someone prisoner someone who is being kept in a prison during a war, or for political reasons |
| 9325 |
a prisoner of drugs poverty prisoner someone who has no freedom because their life is controlled by something or someone |
| 9326 |
She felt like a prisoner in her own home. prisoner someone who has no freedom because their life is controlled by something or someone |
| 9327 |
the Swedish pop band Abba Swedish relating to Sweden, or its language or culture |
| 9328 |
a few Swedish phrases Swedish relating to Sweden, or its language or culture |
| 9329 |
a southern accent southern in or from the south of a country or region |
| 9330 |
southern Europe southern in or from the south of a country or region |
| 9331 |
The remains of the castle can still be seen on the hill. remains remains of the part of something that is left after the rest has been finished, used, or destroyed |
| 9332 |
Human remains were found on the railway line. remains the body of a person or animal that has died |
| 9333 |
Two candidates threatened to withdraw. withdraw to no longer take part in something, or to stop someone or something from taking part |
| 9334 |
The injury has forced him to withdraw from the competition. withdraw withdraw from to no longer take part in something, or to stop someone or something from taking part |
| 9335 |
The party withdrew their candidate from the election. withdraw withdraw someone something from something to no longer take part in something, or to stop someone or something from taking part |
| 9336 |
The troops began to withdraw from the northern region. withdraw withdraw from if an army withdraws or is withdrawn from a place, it leaves |
| 9337 |
Government forces were withdrawn from the island yesterday. withdraw withdraw someone something from something if an army withdraws or is withdrawn from a place, it leaves |
| 9338 |
After lunch they withdrew to their own rooms. withdraw to leave a place or person |
| 9339 |
She withdrew into a corner. withdraw to leave a place or person |
| 9340 |
You can withdraw cash at any of our branches. withdraw withdraw cash money savings to take money from a bank account |
| 9341 |
The bus service in many rural areas has been withdrawn. withdraw to take something back, or to stop providing something |
| 9342 |
The drug had to be withdrawn because of its side effects. withdraw to take something back, or to stop providing something |
| 9343 |
He has had his pilot's licence withdrawn. withdraw to take something back, or to stop providing something |
| 9344 |
Some parents have withdrawn their support from the school. withdraw withdraw your support to take something back, or to stop providing something |
| 9345 |
Public funding is being withdrawn from the research project. withdraw withdraw funding subsidies sponsorship to take something back, or to stop providing something |
| 9346 |
We are withdrawing the product from sale. withdraw withdraw something from sale the market to take something back, or to stop providing something |
| 9347 |
Her invitation to the press conference was later withdrawn. withdraw if you withdraw permission or an invitation or an offer, you say that it is no longer available |
| 9348 |
He withdrew his remarks and apologized. withdraw withdraw a remark an objection an allegation to say that something you said earlier is not in fact true, especially when you want people to forget that you said it |
| 9349 |
We persuaded her to withdraw her resignation. withdraw withdraw your resignation (=agree to stay in your job) to say that something you said earlier is not in fact true, especially when you want people to forget that you said it |
| 9350 |
She opened the drawer and withdrew a large envelope. withdraw to take something out of something else |
| 9351 |
He withdrew the book from his pocket. withdraw withdraw something from something to take something out of something else |
| 9352 |
When people got angry, she withdrew into her shell. withdraw withdraw into your shell a world of your own to behave as if you want to be alone |
| 9353 |
The right to withdraw labour is a basic principle of trade unionism. withdraw withdraw (your) labour to refuse to work because of a disagreement about working hours, pay etc |
| 9354 |
Let's go and see a film and afterwards we could go for a meal. afterwards after something else that you have already mentioned |
| 9355 |
I didn't see her again until a few days afterwards. afterwards after something else that you have already mentioned |
| 9356 |
She was painting her nails. paint to put paint onto something to change its colour |
| 9357 |
They followed the white arrows painted on the road. paint to put paint onto something to change its colour |
| 9358 |
Wash the walls before you start to paint. paint to put paint onto something to change its colour |
| 9359 |
I painted a view of the lake. paint to create a picture of something using paints |
| 9360 |
He started painting professionally at an early age. paint to create a picture of something using paints |
| 9361 |
The film tries to paint an accurate picture of what life is really like for these people. paint to describe someone or something in a particular way |
| 9362 |
Hand me that tin of paint, please. paint a coloured liquid that you put on a surface to change its colour or that you use for making a picture |
| 9363 |
You need to apply two coats of paint. paint a coat of paint (=a layer of paint on a surface) a coloured liquid that you put on a surface to change its colour or that you use for making a picture |
| 9364 |
The paint was peeling off the doors. paint dried paint on wood or another surface |
| 9365 |
a box of paints paint a set of small blocks or tubes containing paint of different colours that you use for making pictures |
| 9366 |
citizen's rights citizen someone who has the right to live permanently in a particular country and has the right to the legal and social benefits of that country as well as legal obligations towards it |
| 9367 |
She married an American and became a US citizen. citizen someone who has the right to live permanently in a particular country and has the right to the legal and social benefits of that country as well as legal obligations towards it |
| 9368 |
the citizens of Edinburgh citizen someone who lives in a particular town or city |
| 9369 |
She suffered permanent brain damage as a result of the accident. permanent happening or existing for a long time or for all time in the future |
| 9370 |
They've offered me a room until I can find something more permanent. permanent happening or existing for a long time or for all time in the future |
| 9371 |
We have a permanent staff of 24, plus 8 seasonal workers in the summer. permanent permanent staff (=people who are employed by an organization for as long as they wish to stay) happening or existing for a long time or for all time in the future |
| 9372 |
Blomquist has become a permanent fixture in the team. permanent a permanent fixture (=someone or something that is part of a system, organization, or your life for a long time) happening or existing for a long time or for all time in the future |
| 9373 |
She complained of feeling permanently exhausted. permanent |
| 9374 |
the decision to close down the factory permanently permanent |
| 9375 |
He started barking orders at me. bark to say or shout something in a loud angry voice |
| 9376 |
If you think she's going to help you, you're barking up the wrong tree. bark barking up the wrong tree doing something that will not get the result you want |
| 9377 |
The illness had left him too weak to speak. weak a person who is weak does not have much physical strength or energy |
| 9378 |
Weak stomach muscles can lead to back problems. weak part of your body that is weak is not as strong or healthy as it should be |
| 9379 |
He has always had a weak heart. weak part of your body that is weak is not as strong or healthy as it should be |
| 9380 |
Workplace bullies pick on weak and vulnerable colleagues. weak lacking power or influence |
| 9381 |
We are in a weak bargaining position. weak lacking power or influence |
| 9382 |
I was feeling weak and agreed to go. weak a weak person is one who does not have much determination and can be easily persuaded to do something that they do not want to do |
| 9383 |
He had a weak character, but not an evil one. weak a weak person is one who does not have much determination and can be easily persuaded to do something that they do not want to do |
| 9384 |
They can always improve by working on their weak points. weak bad in quality |
| 9385 |
The report was criticized for being weak on detail. weak weak on bad in quality |
| 9386 |
If you are a weak speller, someone should check the letter. weak a weak player, performer etc is one who is not good at playing, performing etc |
| 9387 |
The floorboards are weak in some places. weak a weak building, bridge, or other structure is one that is likely to break under a lot of pressure |
| 9388 |
a weak gravitational field weak a weak building, bridge, or other structure is one that is likely to break under a lot of pressure |
| 9389 |
weak features weak a weak part of a person's face is one that is small and suggests a poor character |
| 9390 |
a weak chin weak a weak part of a person's face is one that is small and suggests a poor character |
| 9391 |
The case is weak because it is based on very little real evidence. weak a weak argument or idea is one that you can easily criticize or prove to be wrong |
| 9392 |
The Scottish Secretary gave a very weak answer. weak a weak argument or idea is one that you can easily criticize or prove to be wrong |
| 9393 |
They were on weak ground, with no precedents for their action. weak on weak ground a weak argument or idea is one that you can easily criticize or prove to be wrong |
| 9394 |
They exploited the weak points in their opponents' defences. weak weak point spot a weak argument or idea is one that you can easily criticize or prove to be wrong |
| 9395 |
His faith in his family had become weak over the years. weak a weak feeling or attitude is one that you are not certain about, and might easily lose |
| 9396 |
The pound grew weaker against the dollar. weak weak against a weak economy or currency is one that does not have as much value as a strong one |
| 9397 |
She makes the tea too weak. weak a weak liquid contains a lot of water and not much of a substance that gives it taste or strength |
| 9398 |
a weak solution of hydrochloric acid weak a weak liquid contains a lot of water and not much of a substance that gives it taste or strength |
| 9399 |
He had only a weak light to work by. weak a weak light, heat, or sound is one that you cannot easily see, hear, or feel |
| 9400 |
She gave me a weak smile and a little wave. weak a weak action or movement is one that you do not easily notice |
| 9401 |
Just seeing him makes me go weak at the knees. weak weak at the knees affected by a strong emotion and unable to do anything |
| 9402 |
We kept ourselves awake by playing card games. ourselves used for showing that both you and a group that you are a part of are affected by or involved in an action that you do together |
| 9403 |
We will defend ourselves with all our strength. ourselves used for showing that both you and a group that you are a part of are affected by or involved in an action that you do together |
| 9404 |
We are doing this for ourselves and our families. ourselves used for showing that both you and a group that you are a part of are affected by or involved in an action that you do together |
| 9405 |
The training programme will give us a better understanding of ourselves. ourselves used for referring to yourself and a group that you are a part of, when you have already been mentioned in the same sentence |
| 9406 |
One copy of the document should be returned to ourselves. ourselves used instead of 'us' when you are trying to be polite. Many people consider this use to be incorrect |
| 9407 |
Because we ourselves are Italian, we know what Italian cooking should be. ourselves used for emphasizing that you are referring to yourself and the group that you are a part of, and not to anyone else |
| 9408 |
If you won't help us, we'll do it ourselves. ourselves used for emphasizing that you and the group that you are a part of do something without help from anyone else |
| 9409 |
We had dinner by ourselves in our hotel room. ourselves alone |
| 9410 |
We knew that we couldn't organize such a big event all by ourselves. ourselves without help from anyone |
| 9411 |
Freddy's folks were away, so we had the place all to ourselves. ourselves (all) to ourselves used for saying that you and someone else do not have to share something with other people |
| 9412 |
Now we've both retired, we have more time to ourselves. ourselves (all) to ourselves used for saying that you and someone else do not have to share something with other people |
| 9413 |
chemicals used in the manufacture of plastics plastic a very common light, strong substance produced by a chemical process and used for making many different things |
| 9414 |
plates made of plastic plastic a very common light, strong substance produced by a chemical process and used for making many different things |
| 9415 |
Consumers want to buy goods on the Internet using plastic. plastic a small plastic card that you can use instead of money |
| 9416 |
plastic bags bottles containers plastic made of plastic |
| 9417 |
brightly coloured plastic toys plastic made of plastic |
| 9418 |
She gave him a wide, plastic smile. plastic looking or tasting artificial |
| 9419 |
She carefully connected the two wires. connect to join two things together |
| 9420 |
The boxes are connected by lines that show their mathematical relationships. connect to join two things together |
| 9421 |
It has speakers inside, which you can connect to your sound card. connect connect something to with something to join two things together |
| 9422 |
This cable connects to the back of the TV. connect connect to with to join two things together |
| 9423 |
A ferry connects the mainland and the island. connect to join two places, making it possible for people and things to move between them |
| 9424 |
The upper town is connected to the lower town by cable car. connect connect something to with something to join two places, making it possible for people and things to move between them |
| 9425 |
Check that your printer is connected and the power is turned on. connect to join something to a supply of electricity, water etc |
| 9426 |
We aren't connected to the municipal water supply. connect be connected to something to join something to a supply of electricity, water etc |
| 9427 |
Please wait, we are trying to connect you. connect to make it possible for someone to communicate using a telephone or computer network |
| 9428 |
The operator connected her to the police station. connect connect someone to with something to make it possible for someone to communicate using a telephone or computer network |
| 9429 |
Your modem enables you to connect to the Internet. connect connect to with to make it possible for someone to communicate using a telephone or computer network |
| 9430 |
There was no evidence then to connect smoking and lung cancer. connect to show a relationship between one person or thing and another |
| 9431 |
The public connects him with sport not politics. connect connect someone with something to show a relationship between one person or thing and another |
| 9432 |
There is no evidence to connect him to the murder. connect connect someone to something to show a relationship between one person or thing and another |
| 9433 |
This train connects with the cross-Channel ferry at Dover. connect if one train, plane, bus etc connects with another one, it arrives in time for you to continue your journey on the other one |
| 9434 |
His first punch didn't connect. connect to manage to hit someone or something |
| 9435 |
Her foot connected with the ball. connect connect with to manage to hit someone or something |
| 9436 |
As soon as we met, we connected. connect to feel you understand someone or something and have the same ideas, opinions, and beliefs |
| 9437 |
Younger audiences didn't connect with the film. connect connect with to feel you understand someone or something and have the same ideas, opinions, and beliefs |
| 9438 |
Some people see this as a fundamental flaw in his argument. fundamental a fundamental flaw weakness (=something basic that is wrong) relating to the basic nature or character of something |
| 9439 |
We shall have to make some fundamental changes in the way we do business. fundamental fundamental changes relating to the basic nature or character of something |
| 9440 |
There was an even more fundamental difference in attitude between us. fundamental fundamental difference relating to the basic nature or character of something |
| 9441 |
A fundamental principle of Anglo-American law is that crimes must be clearly defined. fundamental fundamental principle issue question relating to the basic nature or character of something |
| 9442 |
My relationship with the actors is fundamental to my work as a director. fundamental fundamental to essential to the existence, development, or success of something |
| 9443 |
Her father was killed in a plane crash. plane an aircraft with wings and at least one engine |
| 9444 |
We travelled by plane from Mexico City. plane by plane an aircraft with wings and at least one engine |
| 9445 |
After passengers got off the plane in Dublin, it continued on its way to London. plane on onto off a plane an aircraft with wings and at least one engine |
| 9446 |
We drove to the airport and caught the next plane to Nice. plane catch a plane an aircraft with wings and at least one engine |
| 9447 |
It was at United that Goram would reach a higher plane of achievement. plane a level of thought, development, or existence |
| 9448 |
The paintings consist of a series of flat planes. plane a flat surface |
| 9449 |
Seagulls planed over the cliffs. plane to move smoothly through the air or across the surface of water |
| 9450 |
He was about the same height as his wife. height the degree to which something is high or someone is tall |
| 9451 |
a graceful tower, rising to 400 feet in height height in height the degree to which something is high or someone is tall |
| 9452 |
He rose to his full height and surveyed the scene. height someone's full height (=their height when they stand up straight) the degree to which something is high or someone is tall |
| 9453 |
What height do you want the picture at? height the distance that something is from the ground or from the floor, or from a fixed level such as the sea |
| 9454 |
She could remember being carried at shoulder height, giggling and swaying. height the distance that something is from the ground or from the floor, or from a fixed level such as the sea |
| 9455 |
Lescun is three miles from the main road at a height of 3,000 feet. height at a height of the distance that something is from the ground or from the floor, or from a fixed level such as the sea |
| 9456 |
Her injuries are consistent with a fall from a great height. height a great height the distance that something is from the ground or from the floor, or from a fixed level such as the sea |
| 9457 |
The aircraft began to lose height. height gain lose height the distance that something is from the ground or from the floor, or from a fixed level such as the sea |
| 9458 |
She couldn't see the road because of the height of the wall (=because it was too high). height the state of being too high or tall, or not high or tall enough |
| 9459 |
Steve could not become a pilot because of his height (=because he was not tall enough). height the state of being too high or tall, or not high or tall enough |
| 9460 |
At the height of the violence, neighbour was killing neighbour. height height of the time or level of greatest activity |
| 9461 |
It is the height of irresponsibility to make such comments. height the time or level of greatest activity |
| 9462 |
Jeans were once again the height of fashion. height the time or level of greatest activity |
| 9463 |
The excitement was at its height. height at its height the time or level of greatest activity |
| 9464 |
A battalion had captured the heights above the beach. height a high place or position |
| 9465 |
Dave was trying to overcome his fear of heights. height a high place or position |
| 9466 |
His handling of the crisis carried his popularity to new heights. height a high level of activity or success |
| 9467 |
If you look down on the place from a height you can see the outline of the site. height from a height from a high position |
| 9468 |
Lots of stars were invited to the Gallery's grand opening. opening grand opening (=an opening celebrated with a big party or a sale) an occasion when a new shop, public building etc starts working and being available for people to use or visit |
| 9469 |
the opening of a new section of ring-road opening opening of an occasion when a new shop, public building etc starts working and being available for people to use or visit |
| 9470 |
Alison squeezed through a narrow opening in the hedge. opening a hole or place where something opens |
| 9471 |
The doctors had to make an opening in her windpipe. opening a hole or place where something opens |
| 9472 |
His comments created an opening for efforts to resolve the crisis. opening opening for an opportunity to do something |
| 9473 |
We have several openings in the sales division. opening a job that needs a person to do it |
| 9474 |
He appears briefly at the opening of the film. opening the beginning of something |
| 9475 |
Staff at the supermarket campaigned against Sunday opening. opening times when shops and businesses are open |
| 9476 |
The opening of the new store will lead to an increase in traffic. opening opening of the act of opening something |
| 9477 |
the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games opening showing that something is open or has begun |
| 9478 |
the president's opening address opening showing that something is open or has begun |
| 9479 |
The opening goal came in the 11th minute. opening the first of several similar things |
| 9480 |
The narrator introduces himself in the opening paragraph. opening the first of several similar things |
| 9481 |
a French English maths history lesson lesson a period of time in which students are taught about a subject in school. The usual American word is class |
| 9482 |
I'd like to talk to you at the end of the lesson. lesson a period of time in which students are taught about a subject in school. The usual American word is class |
| 9483 |
Jo's father found out that she'd been skipping lessons. lesson skip miss a lesson (=not go to a lesson when you should) a period of time in which students are taught about a subject in school. The usual American word is class |
| 9484 |
a driving dancing swimming lesson lesson a period of time in which someone is taught a skill |
| 9485 |
One of the most important lessons in life is the value of friendship. lesson something that you learn from life, an event, or an experience |
| 9486 |
the lessons of war history experience lesson something that you learn from life, an event, or an experience |
| 9487 |
I needed a lesson in humility and I got it. lesson lesson in a punishment or bad experience that teaches you something |
| 9488 |
The second goal was a lesson in how not to defend a free kick. lesson a punishment or bad experience that teaches you something |
| 9489 |
I hope you've learnt a lesson from this, young man! lesson learn a lesson a punishment or bad experience that teaches you something |
| 9490 |
People get into debt at such a young age that they have learnt their lesson by the time they're 23. lesson learn your lesson a punishment or bad experience that teaches you something |
| 9491 |
That girl needs teaching a lesson. lesson teach someone a lesson (=punish someone) a punishment or bad experience that teaches you something |
| 9492 |
Let that be a lesson to you not to play with matches! lesson let that be a lesson to you a punishment or bad experience that teaches you something |
| 9493 |
Lesson 5 is all about the subjunctive. lesson a section in a book that teaches you about a particular subject |
| 9494 |
Reverend Thomas stood up to read the lesson. lesson a passage from the Bible that someone reads out loud during a religious service |
| 9495 |
High inflation usually leads to high interest rates. Similarly, interest rates decline when inflation is low. similarly used for showing that two ideas are related or connected |
| 9496 |
Students in both schools achieved similarly low scores on the test. similarly in a similar way |
| 9497 |
similarly priced cars similarly in a similar way |
| 9498 |
Jessica's face was blank with shock. shock the feeling of being very surprised by something bad that happens unexpectedly |
| 9499 |
News of the murder left us all in shock. shock the feeling of being very surprised by something bad that happens unexpectedly |
| 9500 |
It will give him a shock when he sees how much you've spent. shock give someone a shock the feeling of being very surprised by something bad that happens unexpectedly |
| 9501 |
My mother got a shock when she saw my new haircut. shock get a shock the feeling of being very surprised by something bad that happens unexpectedly |
| 9502 |
The price of housing was quite a shock for us. shock something that happens unexpectedly and makes you feel very surprised and upset |
| 9503 |
The announcement came as a complete shock to me. shock come as a shock something that happens unexpectedly and makes you feel very surprised and upset |
| 9504 |
It was a terrible shock to discover he was already married. shock a great terrible shock something that happens unexpectedly and makes you feel very surprised and upset |
| 9505 |
The tournament started yesterday with two shock defeats. shock shock defeat win making someone surprised or upset |
| 9506 |
people suffering from shock shock a medical condition in which you suddenly become very weak and cold and do not react normally, especially after a serious accident or injury |
| 9507 |
Natalie was used to working with patients in shock. shock in shock a medical condition in which you suddenly become very weak and cold and do not react normally, especially after a serious accident or injury |
| 9508 |
You could get an electric shock if you touch it. shock a sudden flow of electricity that goes through your body that sometimes happens when you touch certain objects |
| 9509 |
The man had a shock of white hair. shock hair that is very thick |
| 9510 |
The news shocked everyone. shock if something bad and unexpected shocks someone, they are very surprised or upset by it |
| 9511 |
We were all shocked by the lies he told. shock if something bad and unexpected shocks someone, they are very surprised or upset by it |
| 9512 |
He only says things like that to shock you. shock to make someone feel embarrassed or offended by saying or doing something offensive or immoral |
| 9513 |
a clothes towel heated rail rail a metal bar used for hanging clothes and other things on |
| 9514 |
a safety rail rail a metal or wooden bar that you can hold onto to stop yourself from falling |
| 9515 |
We ought to transport more heavy goods by rail. rail the system of travelling by train |
| 9516 |
an increase in rail fares rail relating to train travel |
| 9517 |
The peace process seems to be finally back on the rails. rail back on the rails working or happening normally again |
| 9518 |
A lot of kids from strict backgrounds go off the rails when they leave home. rail to start behaving in a way that is not socially acceptable |
| 9519 |
The campaign for independence seems to have gone off the rails. rail to no longer work as planned or intended |
| 9520 |
His articles rail against the decline of culture in American society. rail to express strong anger about something |
| 9521 |
There are six commercial tenants in the building. tenant someone who rents a flat, house, office, piece of land etc from the person who owns it |
| 9522 |
Tell me how much I owe, and I'll give it to you. owe if you owe someone money, you have to give them a particular amount of money because you have bought something from them or have borrowed money from them. Money that you owe is called a debt |
| 9523 |
Pam still owes me 5. owe owe someone something if you owe someone money, you have to give them a particular amount of money because you have bought something from them or have borrowed money from them. Money that you owe is called a debt |
| 9524 |
How much do we owe you for the tickets? owe owe someone something for something if you owe someone money, you have to give them a particular amount of money because you have bought something from them or have borrowed money from them. Money that you owe is called a debt |
| 9525 |
The companies owe as much as 200 billion to foreign lenders. owe owe something to someone if you owe someone money, you have to give them a particular amount of money because you have bought something from them or have borrowed money from them. Money that you owe is called a debt |
| 9526 |
She feels she owes her fans another concert. owe owe someone something to think you should treat someone in a particular way |
| 9527 |
After the way she's treated him, he doesn't owe her anything. owe to think you should treat someone in a particular way |
| 9528 |
They owe it to their children to try to save the marriage. owe owe it to someone to do something to think you should treat someone in a particular way |
| 9529 |
I think you owe it to yourself to have a day off work. owe owe it to yourself to do something to think you should treat someone in a particular way |
| 9530 |
I think you owe us at least a little respect. owe used about feelings that you should have about someone |
| 9531 |
Don't you think you owe her an apology for the way you've behaved? owe owe someone an apology explanation used about things that you should say to someone |
| 9532 |
I think we owe them a letter. owe used about things that you should give to someone |
| 9533 |
The company owes its success to its excellent training programme. owe owe something to someone something to have something only because someone or something has helped you |
| 9534 |
The cathedral clearly owes a great deal to French design. owe owe much a lot a great deal to someone something to have something only because someone or something has helped you |
| 9535 |
We really owe you a great deal for all your hard work this year. owe owe someone something to feel grateful to someone because of the way that they have helped you |
| 9536 |
Catholic churches owe their allegiance to the Pope. owe owe your allegiance loyalty obedience to to have an obligation to be loyal to someone or something, or a duty to obey them |
| 9537 |
His novels were originally published in serial form in a magazine. originally at first |
| 9538 |
Originally, the dogs were bred for racing. originally at first |
| 9539 |
Somehow he managed to pass all his final exams. somehow in some way or by some method that you do not know or understand exactly |
| 9540 |
Farm animals are seen as somehow different from animals we keep as pets. somehow in some way or by some method that you do not know or understand exactly |
| 9541 |
Somehow or other we've got to find the money. somehow somehow or other in some way or by some method that you do not know or understand exactly |
| 9542 |
'Why don't you stay?' 'Somehow, I don't think that would be a good idea.' somehow for some reason that you do not know or cannot explain |
| 9543 |
Somehow, it was easier to deal with him when he was alone. somehow for some reason that you do not know or cannot explain |
| 9544 |
Some minor changes may be necessary. minor not very important in comparison with people or things of the same type |
| 9545 |
James has a string of convictions for minor offences. minor not very important in comparison with people or things of the same type |
| 9546 |
The damage here was only minor. minor not very important in comparison with people or things of the same type |
| 9547 |
There was an extensive network of minor officials. minor not very important in comparison with people or things of the same type |
| 9548 |
He underwent minor surgery and recovered in a few days. minor a minor medical operation is fairly simple and not dangerous |
| 9549 |
a sonata written in a minor key minor relating to a musical scale (=fixed series of musical notes) in which the third note is a semitone lower than that of the related major scale |
| 9550 |
It is illegal to sell cigarettes to minors. minor someone who has not reached the age at which they are legally an adult |
| 9551 |
a negative response negative expressing disagreement or criticism |
| 9552 |
a negative opinion of her qualifications negative expressing disagreement or criticism |
| 9553 |
His answer was negative. negative expressing opposition to something, especially when there is a choice |
| 9554 |
The ad campaign actually had a negative impact on sales. negative harmful, or bad |
| 9555 |
I hope the divorce won't have a negative effect on the children. negative harmful, or bad |
| 9556 |
a negative attitude towards women negative giving more attention or emphasis to bad possibilities than good ones |
| 9557 |
The article presents a rather negative view of professional sports. negative giving more attention or emphasis to bad possibilities than good ones |
| 9558 |
Her pregnancy test was negative. negative showing that a particular condition, disease, or substance is not present |
| 9559 |
She's remained HIV negative for years. negative showing that a particular condition, disease, or substance is not present |
| 9560 |
He tested negative for drugs and alcohol. negative showing that a particular condition, disease, or substance is not present |
| 9561 |
She couldn't see any negatives in the deal. negative something that is harmful or bad |
| 9562 |
He answered in the negative. negative in the negative saying 'no' |
| 9563 |
Mike had knocked his leg against a table. knock to hit something, causing damage or harm |
| 9564 |
He knocked a couple of nails into the door. knock to hit something and force it somewhere |
| 9565 |
They knocked him to the ground. knock knock someone to off over down to hit someone very hard, so that they fall or become unconscious |
| 9566 |
The force was powerful enough to knock him off balance. knock to hit someone very hard, so that they fall or become unconscious |
| 9567 |
The driver had been knocked unconscious by the impact. knock knock someone unconscious to hit someone very hard, so that they fall or become unconscious |
| 9568 |
They knocked a hole for the doorway. knock to make a hole or space in something by hitting it many times |
| 9569 |
They walked up to the door and knocked loudly. knock to hit a door with your hand or a knocker so that someone inside knows you are there |
| 9570 |
I knocked on his door but got no reply. knock knock on at to hit a door with your hand or a knocker so that someone inside knows you are there |
| 9571 |
The newspapers spend too much time knocking government policy. knock to criticize someone or something in a way that seems unfair |
| 9572 |
There was a loud knock at the door. knock knock on at the sound of someone knocking on a door |
| 9573 |
a nasty knock on the head knock an injury or damage caused by being knocked |
| 9574 |
The watch is built to withstand the occasional knock. knock an instance of knocking someone or something |
| 9575 |
Life is full of hard knocks. knock hard knocks something bad or unpleasant that happens to someone |
| 9576 |
Olive trees have deep roots. root the part of a plant that grows under the ground, through which the plant gets water and food |
| 9577 |
What are the historical roots of the region's problems? root the origins or background of something |
| 9578 |
The Association has its roots in the early 1950s. root have its roots in something the origins or background of something |
| 9579 |
Computerizing these old records will help people trace their roots. root the place, culture, or family that someone comes from originally |
| 9580 |
With this latest book the author goes back to his Scottish roots. root go back to your roots the place, culture, or family that someone comes from originally |
| 9581 |
an unusual film with an ingenious idea at its root root a basic cause or idea |
| 9582 |
We need to get to the root of the problem. root root of a basic cause or idea |
| 9583 |
I didn't want to move away now I'd put down roots. root to become a part of the community where you live by making friends and taking part in local activities |
| 9584 |
The Party wanted root and branch electoral reform. root root and branch involving all parts |
| 9585 |
Compromise is essential if peace is to take root in this troubled area. root if an idea, belief, or system takes root, it becomes established and accepted |
| 9586 |
He rooted around in his coat pocket for some change. root root around about to search for something by putting your hand deep into a place and pushing things around |
| 9587 |
She was desperately rooting through the papers on her desk. root root among through to search for something by putting your hand deep into a place and pushing things around |
| 9588 |
He wants to pursue a career in medicine. pursue to follow a course of activity |
| 9589 |
They have continued to pursue a policy of repression. pursue to follow a course of activity |
| 9590 |
He urged all sides in the conflict to pursue peace. pursue to try to achieve something |
| 9591 |
We are working together to pursue a common goal. pursue to try to achieve something |
| 9592 |
I feel I have been treated wrongly and I intend to pursue the matter. pursue pursue the matter issue to try to reach a solution or decision |
| 9593 |
The legal authorities must decide whether inquiries should be pursued. pursue to try to reach a solution or decision |
| 9594 |
He reached into the inner pocket of his jacket. inner inside or further towards the centre of something |
| 9595 |
Cut off the stalks and all but the most tender inner leaves. inner inside or further towards the centre of something |
| 9596 |
the inner ear inner inside or further towards the centre of something |
| 9597 |
The inner Cabinet rejected the proposal. inner close to the people with the most power or authority |
| 9598 |
inner London inner close to the centre of a city |
| 9599 |
Read closely and you will discover an inner meaning to his words. inner private, personal, or secret |
| 9600 |
inner feelings inner private, personal, or secret |
| 9601 |
sew a skirt hem sew to make or repair clothes using a needle and thread |
| 9602 |
He was sewing a new button on his jacket. sew sew something on something to fasten something using a needle and thread |
| 9603 |
We believe the question being investigated by the Commission is one of crucial importance to the country. crucial something that is crucial is extremely important because it has a major effect on the result of something |
| 9604 |
Anderson played a crucial role in the team's 3–2 victory on Saturday. crucial something that is crucial is extremely important because it has a major effect on the result of something |
| 9605 |
Experience is, of course, a crucial factor in deciding who would be the best person for the job. crucial a crucial factor element part something that is crucial is extremely important because it has a major effect on the result of something |
| 9606 |
The money is crucial for the research. crucial crucial for something that is crucial is extremely important because it has a major effect on the result of something |
| 9607 |
Resolving this issue is crucial to making peace work. crucial crucial to something that is crucial is extremely important because it has a major effect on the result of something |
| 9608 |
It is crucial that all students develop these basic skills. crucial it is crucial (that) something that is crucial is extremely important because it has a major effect on the result of something |
| 9609 |
This is crucially important. crucial |
| 9610 |
It embarrassed me to have to give my opinion in public. embarrass to make someone feel nervous, ashamed, or stupid in a social situation |
| 9611 |
The protest may have been timed to embarrass the President. embarrass to cause problems for someone, especially an organization or politician |
| 9612 |
She was squashing some clothes into a case. squash to push someone or something so that they fit into a small space |
| 9613 |
I squashed in beside her. squash to fit into a small space |
| 9614 |
She tried hard to squash the feeling of fear that was growing inside her. squash to prevent something from happening or developing |
| 9615 |
Their objections were quickly squashed. squash to defeat someone or something |
| 9616 |
a glass of orange lemon squash squash a sweet drink made from fruit juice, sugar, and water |
| 9617 |
The Smith family have occupied this farm for over a hundred years. occupy if someone occupies a room, building, area of land, seat, bed, or other place during a period of time, they use it |
| 9618 |
All the seats on the bus were occupied. occupy if someone occupies a room, building, area of land, seat, bed, or other place during a period of time, they use it |
| 9619 |
Warehouses occupied most of the site. occupy if something occupies a space or a period of time, it is present in it or fills it |
| 9620 |
Commercial photography occupied much of his time. occupy if something occupies a space or a period of time, it is present in it or fills it |
| 9621 |
The region was quickly occupied by foreign troops. occupy to be in control of a place that you have entered in a group using military force |
| 9622 |
an occupying army force occupy to be in control of a place that you have entered in a group using military force |
| 9623 |
Members of the group occupy positions of power in the country. occupy to have a particular job or position in an organization or system, especially an important one |
| 9624 |
I need some way to occupy the kids for an hour. occupy to keep someone busy at an activity |
| 9625 |
You keep him occupied down here while I check upstairs. occupy keep someone occupied to keep someone busy at an activity |
| 9626 |
He's still fully occupied with writing his report. occupy be occupied with something to keep someone busy at an activity |
| 9627 |
You need to find something to occupy yourself with when you retire. occupy occupy yourself (with something) to keep someone busy at an activity |
| 9628 |
These thoughts occupied my mind, though I tried to sleep. occupy if something occupies your mind, thoughts, or attention, or if it occupies you, you think about it a lot |
| 9629 |
The problem has been occupying me all week. occupy if something occupies your mind, thoughts, or attention, or if it occupies you, you think about it a lot |
| 9630 |
My mind's been too occupied with moving house to think about a holiday. occupy be occupied with something if something occupies your mind, thoughts, or attention, or if it occupies you, you think about it a lot |
| 9631 |
Lithuania was the first of the Soviet republics to declare its independence. independence freedom from control by another country or organization |
| 9632 |
The pressure group maintains complete independence from all political parties. independence independence from freedom from control by another country or organization |
| 9633 |
The hospital is committed to preserving the dignity and independence of patients. independence the ability to make decisions and live your life free from the control or influence of other people |
| 9634 |
Employment gave young women a measure of economic independence. independence economic financial independence the ability to make decisions and live your life free from the control or influence of other people |
| 9635 |
marble columns column a tall thick post used for supporting a roof or decorating a building |
| 9636 |
a column of steam and ash column something that rises up into the air in a straight line |
| 9637 |
a column of soldiers column a long line of people or vehicles moving together |
| 9638 |
the left-hand column column a series of short lines of writing or numbers arranged one below the other on a page |
| 9639 |
a column of text column a series of short lines of writing or numbers arranged one below the other on a page |
| 9640 |
He writes a weekly column for the Daily News. column a regular newspaper or magazine article on a particular subject or by a particular journalist |
| 9641 |
an obituary correspondence political column column a regular newspaper or magazine article on a particular subject or by a particular journalist |
| 9642 |
He was impressed by her beauty and charm. beauty the quality of being beautiful or very good to look at |
| 9643 |
I admired the beauty of the landscape. beauty the quality of being beautiful or very good to look at |
| 9644 |
She was a great beauty in her time. beauty a beautiful woman |
| 9645 |
the beauty of her poetry beauty a quality that something has that gives you pleasure |
| 9646 |
I love old cars, and that one's a beauty. beauty something that you think is very good or a good example of its type |
| 9647 |
the beauties of nature beauty the beauties of something the features of something that are beautiful to look at |
| 9648 |
The beauty of working at home is that you don't have to travel to work. beauty the beauty of something the advantage or good quality that something has |
| 9649 |
She made her fortune selling beauty products. beauty beauty products treatments used to describe products, jobs, or activities that are related to making people look more beautiful |
| 9650 |
They are a perfectly matched couple. perfectly in a way that could not be better |
| 9651 |
He took a perfectly ironed shirt from the wardrobe. perfectly in a way that could not be better |
| 9652 |
It's perfectly natural for parents to worry about their children. perfectly used for emphasizing a particular quality |
| 9653 |
You know perfectly well that's not allowed. perfectly know perfectly well used for saying in an annoyed way that someone should already know something |
| 9654 |
He struggled a bit at first, but he reads well now. struggle to try hard to do something that you find very difficult |
| 9655 |
She was struggling to cope with the demands of her work. struggle struggle to do something to try hard to do something that you find very difficult |
| 9656 |
They've had to struggle with the painful process of modernization. struggle struggle with to try hard to do something that you find very difficult |
| 9657 |
Andy was coughing and struggling for breath. struggle struggle for to try hard to do something that you find very difficult |
| 9658 |
She picked the child up, but he struggled and kicked. struggle to use your strength to fight against someone or something |
| 9659 |
They struggled for possession of the gun. struggle struggle for to use your strength to fight against someone or something |
| 9660 |
The sheep struggled to free itself. struggle struggle to do something to try very hard to move something or to move yourself somewhere |
| 9661 |
Foster was struggling with the door in the wind. struggle struggle with to try very hard to move something or to move yourself somewhere |
| 9662 |
She struggled into her tight jacket. struggle struggle into out of etc to manage with a lot of difficulty to move yourself somewhere |
| 9663 |
He struggled free and ran to his car to call for help. struggle struggle free to manage with a lot of difficulty to move yourself somewhere |
| 9664 |
We have to struggle to win our freedom. struggle struggle to do something to try very hard to defeat someone or to stop them having power over you |
| 9665 |
Different factions in the movement are struggling for supremacy. struggle struggle for to try very hard to defeat someone or to stop them having power over you |
| 9666 |
women struggling against oppression struggle struggle against to try very hard to defeat someone or to stop them having power over you |
| 9667 |
his struggle for recognition as a poet struggle struggle for an attempt to do something that takes a lot of effort over a period of time |
| 9668 |
Her struggle with the disease lasted ten years. struggle struggle with an attempt to do something that takes a lot of effort over a period of time |
| 9669 |
There was a brief struggle, then a shot was fired. struggle a fight, or a war |
| 9670 |
a group involved in armed struggle against the government struggle a fight, or a war |
| 9671 |
the struggle against racism struggle struggle against an attempt to defeat someone or something, or to stop them from having power over you |
| 9672 |
her part in the struggle for democracy struggle struggle for an attempt to defeat someone or something, or to stop them from having power over you |
| 9673 |
Their marriage was a constant power struggle. struggle power struggle an attempt to defeat someone or something, or to stop them from having power over you |
| 9674 |
Foreign languages were always a struggle for him. struggle something that takes a lot of physical or mental effort |
| 9675 |
It was a struggle to get up the hill in the snow. struggle something that takes a lot of physical or mental effort |
| 9676 |
Fill in any gaps around windows and doors. gap a space or opening in the middle of something or between things |
| 9677 |
Through the gaps between the trees I could see a river in the distance. gap gap between a space or opening in the middle of something or between things |
| 9678 |
We waited for a gap in the busy traffic and crossed the road. gap gap in a space or opening in the middle of something or between things |
| 9679 |
The more southerly route lay across a gap in the mountains. gap a low area between mountains that people use to cross them |
| 9680 |
We will then carry out research to fill in the gaps in our knowledge. gap gap in something missing from a situation or a system that prevents it from being complete or perfect |
| 9681 |
His death leaves a huge gap in the theatrical life of New York. gap something missing from a situation or a system that prevents it from being complete or perfect |
| 9682 |
The gap between farm incomes and land values is wider than ever. gap gap between a large difference between things or groups |
| 9683 |
The book clearly bridges the gap between theory and practice. gap close narrow reduce bridge the gap a large difference between things or groups |
| 9684 |
The Prime Minister was accused of widening the gap between rich and poor. gap widen the gap a large difference between things or groups |
| 9685 |
The second volume in the series came out after a gap of seven years. gap gap of a period of time in which something does not happen |
| 9686 |
If x is zero, y must be 3. zero the number 0 |
| 9687 |
'He earns about 100 a day.' 'Add a couple of zeroes to that!' zero the number 0 |
| 9688 |
Set the meter at zero. zero a value equal to zero on a scale |
| 9689 |
The temperature was forty below zero. zero above below zero the temperature at which water freezes in the celsius system |
| 9690 |
We're likely to see zero growth in the market this year. zero used for showing that there is no amount at all of something |
| 9691 |
astronauts in zero gravity zero used for showing that there is no amount at all of something |
| 9692 |
Our chances of success are zero. zero nothing at all |
| 9693 |
Make sure the meter is level and zeroed. zero to set a piece of equipment or control to '0' |
| 9694 |
I'll have to get these shoes stretched. stretch to pull something to make it longer or wider |
| 9695 |
Her new knitted dress had stretched. stretch to become longer or wider by pulling |
| 9696 |
When you're pregnant it helps to wear fabrics that stretch as you grow. stretch if a material such as cloth stretches, it becomes wider or longer when you pull it, and returns to its original shape and size when you stop pulling it |
| 9697 |
a folding chair made of white canvas stretched on a metal frame stretch to pull something so that it becomes smooth, straight, and tight |
| 9698 |
The little birds are caught in nets stretched between the trees. stretch to pull something so that it becomes smooth, straight, and tight |
| 9699 |
I leaned back in the chair and stretched. stretch to make your arms, legs, or body as straight as possible so that your muscles become long and tight |
| 9700 |
This exercise strengthens the lower back and stretches the hamstrings. stretch to make your arms, legs, or body as straight as possible so that your muscles become long and tight |
| 9701 |
He stretched his hand towards her. stretch to move an arm or a leg away from your body in order to reach something |
| 9702 |
The empire stretched all the way from Scotland to the Pyrenees. stretch stretch into from to for across to continue for a particular distance |
| 9703 |
The beach stretches for miles in each direction. stretch to continue for a particular distance |
| 9704 |
Old grey houses stretched into the distance. stretch to continue for a particular distance |
| 9705 |
The traffic stretched as far as the eye could see. stretch stretch as far as the eye can see to continue for a particular distance |
| 9706 |
Paul's initial two months' work experience ultimately stretched to five. stretch stretch to into over beyond back to continue for a particular period of time |
| 9707 |
Negotiations had now stretched into a twelfth day. stretch to continue for a particular period of time |
| 9708 |
They had an unbeaten record stretching back to 1995. stretch to continue for a particular period of time |
| 9709 |
I don't really think my salary will stretch to a designer suit. stretch stretch to to have enough money to pay for something |
| 9710 |
At best, police resources are stretched. stretch to use all the money, supplies, or time available |
| 9711 |
Medical services were stretched to the limit. stretch stretch something to the limit to use all the money, supplies, or time available |
| 9712 |
I don't think his job really stretches him sufficiently. stretch to make someone use all their intelligence or ability, especially in a way that is interesting or enjoyable |
| 9713 |
Foreman's book has a plot that stretches credulity to the utmost. stretch stretch (someone's) credulity patience etc to no longer be reasonable |
| 9714 |
We might be prepared to stretch the rules a little in this instance. stretch to allow something that is usually not allowed because of a special situation |
| 9715 |
Couldn't you stretch a point for a friend? stretch stretch a point (=allow something that is not usually allowed) to allow something that is usually not allowed because of a special situation |
| 9716 |
It would be stretching the truth to say it was a success. stretch be stretching something to make something seem better or worse than it really is |
| 9717 |
She's nice, but to call her 'delightful' is stretching it a bit. stretch be stretching it to make something seem better or worse than it really is |
| 9718 |
First, let's do some warm-up stretches. stretch a movement or exercise in which you make a part of your body as straight as possible so that your muscles become long and tight |
| 9719 |
a fabric that will keep its stretch indefinitely stretch the ability of a material or piece of clothing to become wider or longer when you pull it, and return to its original shape and size when you stop pulling it |
| 9720 |
You can't learn it all in such a short stretch of time. stretch stretch of a continuous period of time |
| 9721 |
He'll surf the Internet for anything up to six hours at a stretch. stretch at a stretch (=continuously) a continuous period of time |
| 9722 |
He's doing a 15-year stretch in Pentonville for armed robbery. stretch do a stretch (for something) a period of time spent in prison |
| 9723 |
The village lay across a narrow stretch of water. stretch stretch of an area of land or water |
| 9724 |
a deserted stretch of road stretch an area of land or water |
| 9725 |
The horses entered the final stretch shoulder to shoulder. stretch the final finishing home stretch the straight last part of the track in a race |
| 9726 |
a swerving shot that had the England goalkeeper at full stretch stretch used for describing a position in which your body or a part of your body is stretching as much as it can |
| 9727 |
Mountain rescue services are at full stretch. stretch using all the money, supplies, or energy available |
| 9728 |
It's not a great work of cinema by any stretch of the imagination. stretch not by any by no stretch of the imagination used for saying that you think something cannot be true or possible no matter how hard you try to imagine it |
| 9729 |
stretch fabric lace velvet stretch stretch cloth or clothing becomes wider or longer when you pull it and returns to its original shape and size when you stop pulling it |
| 9730 |
stretch jeans stretch stretch cloth or clothing becomes wider or longer when you pull it and returns to its original shape and size when you stop pulling it |
| 9731 |
overworked managers suffering from stress and anxiety stress a worried or nervous feeling that stops you relaxing, caused, for example, by pressure at work or financial or personal problems |
| 9732 |
Carol's been under a lot of stress lately. stress under stress a worried or nervous feeling that stops you relaxing, caused, for example, by pressure at work or financial or personal problems |
| 9733 |
stress-related illnesses stress stress-related a worried or nervous feeling that stops you relaxing, caused, for example, by pressure at work or financial or personal problems |
| 9734 |
The class teaches some basic techniques of stress management. stress stress management (=dealing effectively with stress) relating to stress |
| 9735 |
The beautiful gardens offer a refuge from the stresses of daily life. stress a situation that makes you feel stress |
| 9736 |
The course lays great stress on the importance of oral communication. stress lay put place stress on something special importance given to something so that you pay more attention to it |
| 9737 |
Judo puts a lot of stress on your knee joints. stress stress on physical pressure put on something that can make it change its shape or break |
| 9738 |
In 'fatigue' the stress falls on the second syllable. stress the stress falls on something (=is put on something) the emphasis that you put on a particular word or syllable (=part of a word) by pronouncing it more loudly or with greater force than other words or syllables |
| 9739 |
The Prime Minister stressed the importance of controlling spending. stress to emphasize something such as an idea, fact, or detail |
| 9740 |
He stressed that this was a temporary solution. stress stress that to emphasize something such as an idea, fact, or detail |
| 9741 |
The noun 'desert' is stressed on the first syllable. stress to pronounce a particular word or syllable (=part of a word) more loudly or with greater force than other words or syllables |
| 9742 |
Even though we've got no money I'm not stressing about it. stress stress about to be worried or nervous |
| 9743 |
Two other passengers in the car suffered serious injuries. passenger someone who travels in a motor vehicle, aircraft, train, or ship but is not the driver or one of the people who works on it |
| 9744 |
The safety of the passengers and crew is our first priority. passenger someone who travels in a motor vehicle, aircraft, train, or ship but is not the driver or one of the people who works on it |
| 9745 |
More than six hundred passengers boarded the ship. passenger someone who travels in a motor vehicle, aircraft, train, or ship but is not the driver or one of the people who works on it |
| 9746 |
a proposal to redraw the city boundary boundary something such as a line on a map that marks where one area of land ends and another begins |
| 9747 |
Akbar extended the boundaries of his empire in the north and to the south. boundary something such as a line on a map that marks where one area of land ends and another begins |
| 9748 |
Estonians and Latvians began to query the status of their boundaries with Russia. boundary boundary with something such as a line on a map that marks where one area of land ends and another begins |
| 9749 |
a boundary fence wall boundary a physical object such as a wall or fence that marks the limits of an area |
| 9750 |
The lane once formed the boundary between the two villages. boundary boundary between a physical object such as a wall or fence that marks the limits of an area |
| 9751 |
a community in which class boundaries are very clearly drawn boundary the limits of an activity or experience |
| 9752 |
new research that pushes back the boundaries of genetic science boundary push back extend the boundaries of something the limits of an activity or experience |
| 9753 |
The party's support cuts across religious boundaries (=is not influenced by differences among religions). boundary cut across boundaries the limits of an activity or experience |
| 9754 |
The boundary between fact and fiction in her writing is often blurred. boundary boundary between an imaginary point separating two different qualities, ideas etc |
| 9755 |
Electronic information knows no boundaries. boundary know no boundaries to not be limited by physical or imaginary boundaries |
| 9756 |
one of the leading computer manufacturers manufacturer a person or company that manufactures a product |
| 9757 |
Cut the melon in half using a sharp knife. sharp a sharp object has an edge that can cut or an end that is pointed |
| 9758 |
The cage should have no sharp edges that might cause injury. sharp a sharp object has an edge that can cut or an end that is pointed |
| 9759 |
These scissors aren't very sharp. sharp a sharp object has an edge that can cut or an end that is pointed |
| 9760 |
sharp teeth claws sharp a sharp object has an edge that can cut or an end that is pointed |
| 9761 |
a sharp pencil sharp a sharp object has an edge that can cut or an end that is pointed |
| 9762 |
Shops are reporting a sharp rise in sales of organic produce. sharp a sharp rise increase a sharp change is sudden and very big |
| 9763 |
This month's figures show a sharp drop in unemployment. sharp a sharp decline drop fall a sharp change is sudden and very big |
| 9764 |
As we approached a sharp bend in the road, the bus slowed down. sharp a sharp bend changes direction suddenly |
| 9765 |
I felt a sharp pain in my foot. sharp a sharp pain is sudden and severe |
| 9766 |
Lindsey felt a sharp pang of guilt. sharp a sharp feeling is sudden and strong |
| 9767 |
There was a sharp intake of breath when the prizewinners were announced. sharp a sharp breath is taken suddenly, often because you are surprised |
| 9768 |
a sharp crack of gunfire sharp a sharp sound is sudden and loud |
| 9769 |
a sharp cry of fear sharp a sharp sound is sudden and loud |
| 9770 |
Some of these kids are pretty sharp when it comes to maths. sharp intelligent and quick to notice something or react to something |
| 9771 |
He has a sharp wit and a wicked sense of humour. sharp intelligent and quick to notice something or react to something |
| 9772 |
The Agency keeps a sharp eye on sales of arms abroad. sharp keep a sharp eye lookout on something intelligent and quick to notice something or react to something |
| 9773 |
The new high-definition TV offers razor-sharp pictures and digital sound. sharp clear and seen in a lot of detail |
| 9774 |
My father shot her a sharp look but said nothing. sharp a sharp comment, voice, or expression shows that someone is unfriendly or annoyed |
| 9775 |
Sharp words were exchanged. sharp a sharp comment, voice, or expression shows that someone is unfriendly or annoyed |
| 9776 |
The deal has come under sharp criticism from the opposition parties. sharp a sharp comment, voice, or expression shows that someone is unfriendly or annoyed |
| 9777 |
The warm weather was in sharp contrast to last year's cold temperatures. sharp clearly recognized as different |
| 9778 |
sharp cheddar cheese sharp a food that is sharp has a strong and bitter flavour |
| 9779 |
a sharp dresser sharp fashionable and impressive |
| 9780 |
a sharp suit sharp fashionable and impressive |
| 9781 |
a sharp operator sharp dishonest and good at tricking people |
| 9782 |
Chopin's Nocturne in C sharp minor sharp used for showing that a musical note should be played or sung a semitone higher than usual |
| 9783 |
Nurses are at the sharp end of hospital work. sharp be at the sharp end of something to be involved in the most difficult or dangerous part of something |
| 9784 |
We're leaving at 5 o'clock sharp. sharp at a particular time exactly |
| 9785 |
Turn sharp left after the bridge. sharp in a way that changes direction suddenly |
| 9786 |
the formation of stones in the kidneys formation the process during which something develops or is created |
| 9787 |
factors that affect the formation of children's personalities formation the process during which something develops or is created |
| 9788 |
the formation of the National Health Service formation the process of starting something such as a business, government, or organization for the first time |
| 9789 |
Leeds played an attacking 4–3–3 formation. formation the way in which a moving group of people or things is organized into a particular shape or pattern |
| 9790 |
The soldiers broke into a run, keeping formation. formation the way in which a moving group of people or things is organized into a particular shape or pattern |
| 9791 |
planes flying in formation formation in formation (=in a fixed pattern) the way in which a moving group of people or things is organized into a particular shape or pattern |
| 9792 |
rock cloud formations formation the particular shape of something |
| 9793 |
The bacon should be crisp and brown. crisp crisp food is firm in a pleasant way and makes a noise when you bite it |
| 9794 |
a crisp apple carrot crisp crisp food is firm in a pleasant way and makes a noise when you bite it |
| 9795 |
He put on a crisp white shirt. crisp crisp cloth or paper is smooth, clean, and fresh |
| 9796 |
a crisp spring day crisp crisp weather is pleasant because it is cold and dry |
| 9797 |
Her reply was crisp and unemotional. crisp crisp speech or writing is clear and effective |
| 9798 |
a crisp backhand volley crisp a crisp movement is quick and accurate |
| 9799 |
'Take a seat,' she said crisply. crisp |
| 9800 |
The dinner was burned to a crisp. crisp burn something to a crisp to burn something completely |
| 9801 |
Queen Elizabeth queen a woman who rules a country because she belongs to a royal family |
| 9802 |
Plans were afoot for a royal visit from the King and Queen of Spain. queen a woman who rules a country because she belongs to a royal family |
| 9803 |
She was crowned queen in 1953. queen a woman who rules a country because she belongs to a royal family |
| 9804 |
She was the queen of the dance floor. queen a woman who does something very well |
| 9805 |
a Hollywood movie queen queen a woman who does something very well |
| 9806 |
the queen of hearts queen in a game of cards, a card with a picture of a queen on it |
| 9807 |
a queen bee queen a large female insect that can lay eggs |
| 9808 |
All this uneaten food – what a waste! waste the failure to use something valuable in an effective way, so that it does not produce the benefits that it could |
| 9809 |
a campaign to increase efficiency and reduce waste in government departments waste the failure to use something valuable in an effective way, so that it does not produce the benefits that it could |
| 9810 |
a waste of young talent waste waste of the failure to use something valuable in an effective way, so that it does not produce the benefits that it could |
| 9811 |
There was growing opposition to the war and its senseless waste of life. waste the failure to use something valuable in an effective way, so that it does not produce the benefits that it could |
| 9812 |
The cherries will just go to waste if we don't pick them soon. waste go to waste (=be spoiled or thrown away) the failure to use something valuable in an effective way, so that it does not produce the benefits that it could |
| 9813 |
It's a waste of time trying to get her to change her mind. waste a waste of time money effort etc a situation in which time, money, or energy is used without bringing any useful result |
| 9814 |
They said a public enquiry would just be a waste of taxpayers' money. waste a situation in which time, money, or energy is used without bringing any useful result |
| 9815 |
A bill was introduced to clean up toxic wastes from local factories. waste the useless materials, substances, or parts that are left after you use something |
| 9816 |
a controversy over the storage of nuclear waste waste the useless materials, substances, or parts that are left after you use something |
| 9817 |
human waste (=substances that your body gets rid of when you go to the toilet) waste the useless materials, substances, or parts that are left after you use something |
| 9818 |
The process recycles domestic waste to produce fertilizer. waste the useless materials, substances, or parts that are left after you use something |
| 9819 |
the desert's sandy wastes waste a large area of empty land |
| 9820 |
That boy is just a total waste of space. waste a waste of space an insulting way of referring to someone or something that is completely useless |
| 9821 |
The kids were skateboarding on a piece of waste ground. waste waste land or waste ground is land that is not being used or has not been built on, usually in a city |
| 9822 |
A great deal of time was wasted arguing over the details of the contract. waste to use more of something than is necessary, or to use it in a way that does not produce the best results |
| 9823 |
There were accusations that the government was wasting public money. waste to use more of something than is necessary, or to use it in a way that does not produce the best results |
| 9824 |
Why do you waste your money on lottery tickets? waste waste something on something to use more of something than is necessary, or to use it in a way that does not produce the best results |
| 9825 |
It made him sick to see all that hard work wasted. waste to fail to make effective use of something that is valuable and could help you |
| 9826 |
She had wasted the opportunity to talk to a Hollywood producer. waste waste a chance opportunity to fail to make effective use of something that is valuable and could help you |
| 9827 |
Don't give the smoked salmon to the children – it'd just be wasted on them. waste be wasted on someone if something is wasted on someone, they do not understand it or do not realize how good or valuable it is |
| 9828 |
Don't waste your breath arguing with him. waste don't waste your breath used for telling someone not to try to persuade someone else, because they will never succeed |
| 9829 |
Barbara wasted no time in spreading the gossip. waste waste no time (in) doing something to do something immediately |
| 9830 |
Virtually all the students live in university halls of residence. virtually used for emphasizing that a statement is almost completely true |
| 9831 |
Vaccines have virtually eliminated many childhood diseases. virtually used for emphasizing that a statement is almost completely true |
| 9832 |
It's virtually impossible to get him to eat vegetables. virtually virtually impossible certain unknown used for emphasizing that a statement is almost completely true |
| 9833 |
The water froze inside the pipe, causing it to expand and burst. expand to become larger in size and fill more space |
| 9834 |
We live in an expanding universe. expand to become larger in size and fill more space |
| 9835 |
We plan to expand the pub by adding a family room. expand to make something become larger in size and fill more space |
| 9836 |
Britain's universities expanded at an unprecedented rate at the end of the 20th century. expand if a business, organization, or activity expands, it grows by including more people, moving into new areas, selling more products etc |
| 9837 |
the rapidly expanding IT sector expand if a business, organization, or activity expands, it grows by including more people, moving into new areas, selling more products etc |
| 9838 |
The group has expanded into Germany. expand expand into if a business, organization, or activity expands, it grows by including more people, moving into new areas, selling more products etc |
| 9839 |
The EU could be expanded to include former communist countries. expand to make a business, organization, or activity do this |
| 9840 |
I refuse to expand any further on my earlier statement. expand expand on upon to talk or write more about something, adding more details or information |
| 9841 |
The hawk expanded its wings and soared into the sky. expand to open something that is folded |
| 9842 |
contemporary art music literature dance contemporary modern, or relating to the present time |
| 9843 |
contemporary urban society contemporary modern, or relating to the present time |
| 9844 |
Contemporary sources offer a very different interpretation. contemporary alive or existing at the same time as a particular event or person |
| 9845 |
His work is contemporary with that of Thackeray. contemporary contemporary with alive or existing at the same time as a particular event or person |
| 9846 |
Most of his contemporaries regarded him as a mere eccentric. contemporary someone alive at the same time as a particular event or person |
| 9847 |
The French army invaded the Austrian territories of Piedmont and Lombardy. territory an area of land controlled by a particular country, leader, or army |
| 9848 |
They are still refusing to withdraw troops from the occupied territories. territory occupied territory (=land controlled by enemy soldiers) an area of land controlled by a particular country, leader, or army |
| 9849 |
US territories and possessions territory an area of land that is officially part of a country but does not have the status of a state or province |
| 9850 |
A lion will fearlessly defend its territory and family. territory an area that an animal considers to be its own, and tries to prevent others from entering |
| 9851 |
Male birds compete for territories and mates. territory an area that an animal considers to be its own, and tries to prevent others from entering |
| 9852 |
The Water Authority's territory covers 5,000 square miles. territory an area of a town or country that a person or organization is responsible for, especially as part of their work |
| 9853 |
These two rooms are my territory, so stay out. territory an area that belongs to or is used by someone |
| 9854 |
He kicked the ball deep into United's territory. territory an area that a player or team defends in a sport |
| 9855 |
Social work is familiar territory to her. territory an area of knowledge, study, or experience |
| 9856 |
In professional football, serious injuries come with the territory. territory come go with the territory to be a necessary or accepted part of a situation or activity |
| 9857 |
the World Chess Championships championship a competition to find the best player or team in a sport or game |
| 9858 |
Two more points and the championship will be his! championship the position of being a champion |
| 9859 |
their championship of the homeless championship championship of the support someone gives to a set of beliefs, political aims, or a group of people |
| 9860 |
I cut myself while I was shaving. shave to make a part of your body smooth by cutting off the hair using a razor or shaver |
| 9861 |
They wore big boots and had shaved heads. shave to make a part of your body smooth by cutting off the hair using a razor or shaver |
| 9862 |
How often do you shave your legs? shave to make a part of your body smooth by cutting off the hair using a razor or shaver |
| 9863 |
Hewlett's close-range shot shaved the goalpost. shave to pass very close to something |
| 9864 |
Did you have a shave this morning? shave an act of cutting the hair from a part of your body using a razor or shaver |
| 9865 |
Phew, that was a close shave! He almost saw me. shave a close shave a situation in which you only just avoid something dangerous or unpleasant |
| 9866 |
New technology stocks have done badly in recent months, but Autonomy has been an exception. exception someone or something that is different in some way from other people or things and so cannot be included in a general statement |
| 9867 |
Most nurses are women; the most notable exceptions are psychiatric nurses. exception notable rare exception someone or something that is different in some way from other people or things and so cannot be included in a general statement |
| 9868 |
There are some exceptions to every grammatical rule. exception exception to someone or something that is different in some way from other people or things and so cannot be included in a general statement |
| 9869 |
Climbers are brave people, and Robert is no exception. exception be no exception if someone or something is no exception, they are the same as all others so they can be included in a general statement |
| 9870 |
I don't usually lend people money, but in your case I'll make an exception. exception make an exception to deal with someone or something in a different way from usual on a particular occasion only |
| 9871 |
Eileen took exception to Pat's manner and said as much. exception take exception to something to dislike something because you feel annoyed or offended by it |
| 9872 |
The players should all be fit for Saturday's game, with the possible exception of Davis. exception with the exception of used for saying that someone or something is not included in what you are saying |
| 9873 |
The villages around York are all, virtually without exception, commuter settlements for the urban area. exception without exception used for emphasizing that what you are saying applies to everyone or everything |
| 9874 |
She was wearing a thick woollen sweater. thick a thick object or material has a long distance between two opposite sides, edges, or surfaces |
| 9875 |
a thick layer of snow thick a thick object or material has a long distance between two opposite sides, edges, or surfaces |
| 9876 |
Cut the bread into thick slices. thick a thick object or material has a long distance between two opposite sides, edges, or surfaces |
| 9877 |
Try not to make too much noise – the walls aren't very thick. thick a thick object or material has a long distance between two opposite sides, edges, or surfaces |
| 9878 |
The walls in our house are only a few inches thick. thick used for stating the distance between the opposite surfaces or edges of a solid object |
| 9879 |
It is a rectangular piece of wood, perhaps 5 centimetres thick. thick used for stating the distance between the opposite surfaces or edges of a solid object |
| 9880 |
For dessert, serve strawberries covered in thick sweet cream. thick a thick liquid is more stiff or solid than normal and does not flow easily |
| 9881 |
The soup should be nice and thick. thick a thick liquid is more stiff or solid than normal and does not flow easily |
| 9882 |
Her thick dark hair hangs all the way to her shoulders. thick thick hair or fur is made of many small hairs growing very close together |
| 9883 |
a thick beard thick thick hair or fur is made of many small hairs growing very close together |
| 9884 |
a thick row of trees thick a thick forest, bush, area of grass etc has many trees, leaves, or plants growing very close together |
| 9885 |
Thick fog prevented Bobby from returning home. thick thick smoke, cloud, fog etc fills the air completely, so that it is difficult to see or difficult to breathe |
| 9886 |
The air was thick with smoke. thick thick with if a place is thick with something, it is full of it |
| 9887 |
The airport was thick with police officers. thick if a place is thick with something, it is full of it |
| 9888 |
He speaks Spanish fluently, but with a thick British accent. thick a thick accent shows very clearly that the speaker comes from a particular place because of the way their words sound |
| 9889 |
His voice was thick with fury. thick thick with if your voice is thick with an emotion, it sounds less clear than usual because of the emotion |
| 9890 |
He's rich, but a bit thick. thick stupid |
| 9891 |
She's very thick with her next-door neighbour. thick thick with very friendly with someone |
| 9892 |
Will you get it into your thick head that I'm not coming! thick get something into through your thick head skull to start understanding something. This expression is used when you are angry and you think someone is being stupid |
| 9893 |
To be a politician, you've got to have a thick skin. thick have a thick skin to not be sensitive to criticism or insults |
| 9894 |
Don't slice the meat so thick. thick in a way that makes something thick or that produces a thick layer or piece of something |
| 9895 |
I think he laid it on a bit thick with all the compliments. thick lay it on thick to try to persuade someone that something is better, bigger, more important etc than it really is |
| 9896 |
Applications have been coming in thick and fast. thick thick and fast frequently and in large numbers or amounts |
| 9897 |
He was always in the thick of the action. thick the thick of something the most busy, active, or dangerous part of a situation, event, or activity |
| 9898 |
My friends have stood by me through thick and thin. thick through thick and thin in all situations, especially the most difficult ones |
| 9899 |
There have already been over 300 inquiries from people interested. inquiry a question intended to get information about someone or something |
| 9900 |
Discreet inquiries about his business affairs revealed little. inquiry inquiry about a question intended to get information about someone or something |
| 9901 |
Police are making inquiries in the neighbourhood. inquiry make inquiries (=ask questions) a question intended to get information about someone or something |
| 9902 |
A 27-year-old man is helping the police with their inquiries. inquiry be helping the police with their inquiries British (=be being questioned about a case, but not yet charged with a crime) a question intended to get information about someone or something |
| 9903 |
The public is demanding an inquiry into the incident. inquiry inquiry into an official examination of a crime, accident, problem etc, in order to get information or the truth |
| 9904 |
The University will hold a disciplinary inquiry into the affair in May. inquiry launch hold conduct an inquiry an official examination of a crime, accident, problem etc, in order to get information or the truth |
| 9905 |
Inquiry into a possible motive turned up nothing. inquiry inquiry into the process of asking about something or examining something in order to get more information |
| 9906 |
There's no need to pursue this line of inquiry any further. inquiry a line of inquiry (=a particular subject about which you ask questions) the process of asking about something or examining something in order to get more information |
| 9907 |
There has been little research on this particular topic. topic a subject that you write or speak about |
| 9908 |
She tried to think of another topic of conversation. topic a subject that you write or speak about |
| 9909 |
The topic for discussion today is 'The Health of the Nation'. topic a subject that you write or speak about |
| 9910 |
Many local residents have objected to the scheme. resident someone who lives in a particular place |
| 9911 |
Thousands of foreign residents in Moscow are affected by the bill. resident resident in someone who lives in a particular place |
| 9912 |
They are both residents of the same village. resident resident of someone who lives in a particular place |
| 9913 |
The area has always had a resident population of these birds. resident living in a particular place |
| 9914 |
Candidates will normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for at least six months. resident resident in living in a particular place |
| 9915 |
resident musicians resident working regularly in a particular place |
| 9916 |
our resident computer expert resident used for referring to someone in your group who knows a lot about a particular subject |
| 9917 |
She had been involved in several suspicious transactions. transaction the action or process of buying or selling something |
| 9918 |
The sale of goods is the most common form of commercial transaction. transaction financial commercial business transaction the action or process of buying or selling something |
| 9919 |
Investors feel the company is entering into too many risky transactions. transaction enter into engage in a transaction the action or process of buying or selling something |
| 9920 |
the transaction of business loans transaction transaction of the process or activity of doing something, usually something related to business |
| 9921 |
a roll of thunder (=a series of noises) thunder the loud noise that you sometimes hear in the sky during a storm |
| 9922 |
a clap of thunder (=a single very loud noise) thunder the loud noise that you sometimes hear in the sky during a storm |
| 9923 |
the thunder of hooves on the dry earth thunder a loud noise similar to thunder |
| 9924 |
An express train thundered through the station. thunder thunder through into down etc to make a lot of noise when moving somewhere fast |
| 9925 |
'Come here, boy!' he thundered. thunder to say something in a very loud, angry voice |
| 9926 |
Jarvis is a strong supporter of the European Union. supporter a strong enthusiastic active keen supporter someone who supports a particular idea |
| 9927 |
His supporters claim that the charges against him are politically motivated. supporter someone who supports a particular person or group |
| 9928 |
a gathering of the union's most loyal supporters supporter a loyal leading supporter someone who supports a particular person or group |
| 9929 |
Barcelona supporters supporter someone who likes to watch a particular sports team and wants that team to win |
| 9930 |
the massive columns at Luxor massive very large or heavy |
| 9931 |
a massive amount of money massive very large in amount or degree |
| 9932 |
Hard disk performance has failed to keep up with the massive increases in processor speeds. massive very large in amount or degree |
| 9933 |
a massive airlift of food and medical supplies massive very large in amount or degree |
| 9934 |
a massive heart attack massive very severe |
| 9935 |
massive bleeding massive very severe |
| 9936 |
a massive album massive excellent in quality |
| 9937 |
The policy has proved massively popular. massive |
| 9938 |
You will be given the unique opportunity to study with one of Europe's top chefs. unique very special, unusual, or good |
| 9939 |
Each person's DNA is unique. unique not the same as anything or anyone else |
| 9940 |
They have a totally unique approach to staff training. unique not the same as anything or anyone else |
| 9941 |
The problem is not unique to British students. unique unique to only existing or happening in one place or situation |
| 9942 |
Your pension is protected against inflation. inflation an economic process in which prices increase so that money becomes less valuable |
| 9943 |
The inflation rate is 3.2%. inflation inflation rate rate of inflation an economic process in which prices increase so that money becomes less valuable |
| 9944 |
countries with persistently high inflation inflation high low inflation an economic process in which prices increase so that money becomes less valuable |
| 9945 |
Inflation has risen for the fourth month running. inflation inflation rises falls an economic process in which prices increase so that money becomes less valuable |
| 9946 |
They had expected a pay rise in line with inflation. inflation in line with inflation (=increasing when inflation increases) an economic process in which prices increase so that money becomes less valuable |
| 9947 |
financial military assistance assistance help given to someone or help that allows something to be done |
| 9948 |
He's been running the company with the assistance of his son. assistance help given to someone or help that allows something to be done |
| 9949 |
Can I be of assistance? assistance be of assistance (=help someone) help given to someone or help that allows something to be done |
| 9950 |
I waited patiently hoping that someone would come to my assistance. assistance come to someone's assistance (=do something to help someone) help given to someone or help that allows something to be done |
| 9951 |
Do you have any proof of identity? identity who you are, or what your name is |
| 9952 |
He had managed to conceal his real identity. identity conceal hide protect your identity who you are, or what your name is |
| 9953 |
They refused to reveal the identity of the person who won the lottery. identity reveal disclose your identity who you are, or what your name is |
| 9954 |
You have to let the children develop a sense of their own identity. identity the qualities that make someone or something what they are and different from other people |
| 9955 |
The countries have kept their own distinct political and cultural identities. identity the qualities that make someone or something what they are and different from other people |
| 9956 |
A merger with the banking giant will lead to a loss of their corporate identity. identity corporate identity the qualities that make someone or something what they are and different from other people |
| 9957 |
Lorna went through a bit of an identity crisis after her divorce. identity identity crisis (=not being certain about your identity) the qualities that make someone or something what they are and different from other people |
| 9958 |
The after-school programme suits the needs of most of the children. suit to be convenient or suitable for someone |
| 9959 |
It's important to find a form of exercise that suits your lifestyle. suit to be convenient or suitable for someone |
| 9960 |
I work part-time, which suits me fine. suit to be convenient or suitable for someone |
| 9961 |
Dark colours suit her best. suit if a style or something that you wear suits you, it makes you look good |
| 9962 |
The new hairstyle really suits her. suit if a style or something that you wear suits you, it makes you look good |
| 9963 |
Working at home on Fridays suits him down to the ground. suit suit someone down to the ground to be very convenient or suitable for someone |
| 9964 |
You can adapt the recipe to suit yourself. suit used for telling someone to do what is convenient for them |
| 9965 |
You don't agree? Suit yourself, then. suit used for telling someone rather rudely to do whatever they want, even though it is not what you want them to do |
| 9966 |
Mitchell wore a suit and tie to the Christmas party. suit a set of clothes made from the same cloth, usually a jacket with trousers or a skirt |
| 9967 |
a double-breasted pin-striped suit suit a set of clothes made from the same cloth, usually a jacket with trousers or a skirt |
| 9968 |
a diving jogging suit suit a type of clothing that you wear for a particular activity |
| 9969 |
an alimony suit suit a claim or complaint that someone makes in a court of law |
| 9970 |
a libel defamation paternity suit suit a claim or complaint that someone makes in a court of law |
| 9971 |
The family filed a suit against the hospital for negligence. suit file bring a suit (against) a claim or complaint that someone makes in a court of law |
| 9972 |
Tact has never been his strong suit. suit someone's strong suit something that someone does well |
| 9973 |
a parliamentary debate parliamentary relating to a parliament or suitable for a parliament |
| 9974 |
parliamentary language parliamentary relating to a parliament or suitable for a parliament |
| 9975 |
It is a compliment to be compared to her. compliment something nice that you say to praise someone |
| 9976 |
He kept paying me compliments on my cooking. compliment pay give someone a compliment something nice that you say to praise someone |
| 9977 |
Mum says I'm stubborn, but I'll take that as a compliment. compliment take something as a compliment (=consider it to be a compliment, even if it was not intended to be) something nice that you say to praise someone |
| 9978 |
He paid me the compliment of inviting me to sing at his wedding. compliment pay someone the compliment of something that shows you approve of someone or respect them |
| 9979 |
Compliments to the chef – that lobster was delicious! compliment compliments to someone used for praising someone |
| 9980 |
He lent me several of his CDs, and I'd like to return the compliment. compliment return the compliment to do something for someone in return for something that they did for you |
| 9981 |
Please accept this wine with the compliments of the management. compliment with someone's compliments used for showing that you do not have to pay for something |
| 9982 |
Her parents never praised or complimented her. compliment to say something nice to or about someone |
| 9983 |
Everybody complimented her on the way she handled the emergency. compliment compliment someone on something to say something nice to or about someone |
| 9984 |
Several hundred people were affected by the previously unknown virus. unknown if something is unknown, people do not know about it or do not know what it is |
| 9985 |
Most of her friends are unknown to me. unknown be unknown to someone if something is unknown, people do not know about it or do not know what it is |
| 9986 |
For some unknown reason, the plane landed at the wrong airport. unknown for some unknown reason if something is unknown, people do not know about it or do not know what it is |
| 9987 |
an unknown poet unknown not famous |
| 9988 |
Unknown to the MP, his secretary had already spoken to reporters. unknown unknown to someone used for saying that someone does not know something |
| 9989 |
The award went to a relative unknown. unknown someone who is not famous |
| 9990 |
our age-old fear of the unknown unknown everything that you do not know or have not experienced |
| 9991 |
Despite a lot of preparation, we didn't win the contest. preparation the process of making someone or something ready for something |
| 9992 |
The experience was good preparation for a career in journalism. preparation preparation for the process of making someone or something ready for something |
| 9993 |
All notes used in the preparation of the main report should be retained for reference. preparation preparation of the process of making someone or something ready for something |
| 9994 |
The flowers were ordered in preparation for the wedding. preparation in preparation for something the process of making someone or something ready for something |
| 9995 |
Other volumes on animal behaviour are in preparation. preparation be in preparation the process of making someone or something ready for something |
| 9996 |
NATO continued its military preparations. preparation things that you do so that you are ready for something |
| 9997 |
The managers were busy with preparations for the conference. preparation preparation for things that you do so that you are ready for something |
| 9998 |
Organizers are making final preparations for next week's festival. preparation make preparations (for something) things that you do so that you are ready for something |
| 9999 |
Preparations are well under way for a week of special events in May. preparation preparations (for something) are under way things that you do so that you are ready for something |
| 10000 |
Every nation should have a right to elect its own government. elect to choose someone by voting so that they represent you or hold an official position |
| 10001 |
The council is elected by popular vote. elect to choose someone by voting so that they represent you or hold an official position |
| 10002 |
He was elected to parliament by a large majority. elect elect someone to something to choose someone by voting so that they represent you or hold an official position |
| 10003 |
Lee Yuan-tzu was elected the next day as Vice President. elect elect someone as something to choose someone by voting so that they represent you or hold an official position |
| 10004 |
Smith was elected executive chairman of a new steering committee. elect elect someone president chairman leader etc to choose someone by voting so that they represent you or hold an official position |
| 10005 |
We were elected to tackle poverty, and that's what we will do. elect elect someone to do something to choose someone by voting so that they represent you or hold an official position |
| 10006 |
They had elected to remain at home. elect elect to do something to choose to do something |
| 10007 |
the president elect of South Korea elect elected to an important position, but not yet given that position officially |
| 10008 |
She spoke French so badly I couldn't understand her. badly in a way that is not skilful, effective, or successful |
| 10009 |
a badly organized meeting badly in a way that is not skilful, effective, or successful |
| 10010 |
Why do you think you did so badly in your test? badly do badly (in on at) in a way that is not skilful, effective, or successful |
| 10011 |
If the war goes badly, he is unlikely to remain in power. badly go badly in a way that is not skilful, effective, or successful |
| 10012 |
Her eye was cut quite badly. badly in a serious or severe way |
| 10013 |
One of the prisoners had been badly beaten by guards. badly in a serious or severe way |
| 10014 |
Fortunately, none of the drivers was badly hurt. badly badly damaged hurt injured wounded in a serious or severe way |
| 10015 |
London is one of the worst-affected areas. badly badly hit affected in a serious or severe way |
| 10016 |
She feels as though she has been badly treated. badly in an unkind, unfair, or unreasonable way |
| 10017 |
How successful you are depends on how badly you want to succeed. badly if you need or want something badly, you need or want it very much |
| 10018 |
Anne was missing him badly. badly if you need or want something badly, you need or want it very much |
| 10019 |
The roof was badly in need of repair. badly if you need or want something badly, you need or want it very much |
| 10020 |
a badly paid cleaning job badly badly paid if someone is badly paid, they do not earn much money, or they earn less money than is fair for the work they do |
| 10021 |
Nobody will think badly of you if you fail. badly think badly of to have a bad opinion of someone or something |
| 10022 |
Losing my job depressed me even further. depress if something depresses you, it makes you feel unhappy and disappointed, and makes you want to stop trying to achieve things |
| 10023 |
It depresses me to see all that time being wasted. depress if something depresses you, it makes you feel unhappy and disappointed, and makes you want to stop trying to achieve things |
| 10024 |
Increased production has depressed oil prices. depress to make something such as a price or value go down |
| 10025 |
More and more people are opposed to the idea of increasing university fees. Moreover, there is now evidence that it discourages many students from coming to the UK. moreover used for introducing an additional and important fact that supports or emphasizes what you have just said |
| 10026 |
Sally bent down to tie her shoelaces. tie to make a knot with two ends of a piece of string, rope etc |
| 10027 |
We're teaching him how to tie a tie. tie to make a knot with two ends of a piece of string, rope etc |
| 10028 |
Jan tied his bike onto the back of the car. tie to fasten something in a particular place using something such as rope |
| 10029 |
Her hands were tied behind her back. tie to fasten something in a particular place using something such as rope |
| 10030 |
I always tie my hair back when I'm cooking. tie to fasten something in a particular place using something such as rope |
| 10031 |
She handed them two parcels tied with string. tie to use something such as string to fasten several things together |
| 10032 |
Tie the flowers into small bunches. tie to use something such as string to fasten several things together |
| 10033 |
This skirt ties at the front. tie to be fastened using something such as string |
| 10034 |
This series ties together events from the past and present. tie to combine things, or to form a connection between them |
| 10035 |
Portugal's economy is closely tied to Spain's. tie closely tied to combine things, or to form a connection between them |
| 10036 |
Many young mothers feel tied to the home and children. tie if something ties you to a particular place or situation, you cannot leave it |
| 10037 |
An open ticket means you are not tied to returning on a particular day. tie if something ties you to a particular place or situation, you cannot leave it |
| 10038 |
The game was tied 1–1 after extra time. tie if two players or teams in a game tie, they both have the same number of points |
| 10039 |
They tied for first place, with a time of 25.64 seconds. tie tie for first second etc place if two players or teams in a game tie, they both have the same number of points |
| 10040 |
I was tying myself in knots trying to explain what happened without getting him into trouble. tie tie yourself in knots to become very confused or worried because you are in a difficult situation |
| 10041 |
a silk tie tie a long narrow piece of cloth that a man wears around his neck under the collar of a shirt. It is tied with a knot. You use expressions such as collar and tie or jacket and tie to refer to formal clothes for men |
| 10042 |
For work, you should wear a collar and tie (=a shirt with a collar and a tie). tie a long narrow piece of cloth that a man wears around his neck under the collar of a shirt. It is tied with a knot. You use expressions such as collar and tie or jacket and tie to refer to formal clothes for men |
| 10043 |
The treaty should strengthen ties between the two countries. tie a relationship or connection between people or things |
| 10044 |
Family ties have become weakened. tie family ties a relationship or connection between people or things |
| 10045 |
the ties of marriage that united the kings tie ties of blood marriage friendship a relationship or connection between people or things |
| 10046 |
The game finished in a tie. tie finish end result in a tie a result of a game or competition in which each person or team has the same number of points, votes etc |
| 10047 |
There was a tie for fourth place. tie tie for a result of a game or competition in which each person or team has the same number of points, votes etc |
| 10048 |
a second-round tie tie one game that is part of a competition |
| 10049 |
With the animals needing regular attention, running a farm can be a tie. tie something that limits your freedom |
| 10050 |
Some cancers are easier to treat than others. cancer a serious illness caused by a group of cells in the body increasing in an uncontrolled way. Cancer is often treated by chemotherapy (=special drugs) or by radiotherapy |
| 10051 |
cancer cells patients cancer a serious illness caused by a group of cells in the body increasing in an uncontrolled way. Cancer is often treated by chemotherapy (=special drugs) or by radiotherapy |
| 10052 |
He died of lung cancer. cancer lung breast prostate cancer a serious illness caused by a group of cells in the body increasing in an uncontrolled way. Cancer is often treated by chemotherapy (=special drugs) or by radiotherapy |
| 10053 |
She was diagnosed with cancer of the cervix. cancer cancer of the cervix prostate colon a serious illness caused by a group of cells in the body increasing in an uncontrolled way. Cancer is often treated by chemotherapy (=special drugs) or by radiotherapy |
| 10054 |
the cancer of greed cancer something harmful that affects a lot of people and is difficult to stop |
| 10055 |
cancerous cells cancer |
| 10056 |
the world heavyweight boxing champion champion someone who has won an important competition, especially in sport |
| 10057 |
Brazil's first game will be against Italy, the defending champions (=the team that is the champion at this time). champion someone who has won an important competition, especially in sport |
| 10058 |
a champion of the rights of developing nations champion champion of someone who publicly supports or defends a set of beliefs, political aims, or a group of people |
| 10059 |
She has championed equal rights for women for decades. champion to publicly support or defend a set of beliefs, political aims, or a group of people |
| 10060 |
I was beginning to get irritated. irritated annoyed or impatient about something |
| 10061 |
These figures exclude cash receipts. exclude to deliberately not include something |
| 10062 |
These costs have been excluded from our calculations. exclude exclude something from something to deliberately not include something |
| 10063 |
Cover it with plastic to exclude light. exclude to deliberately prevent someone or something from being involved in an activity or from entering a place |
| 10064 |
The committee now has to decide whether to exclude him from the competition. exclude exclude someone from something to deliberately prevent someone or something from being involved in an activity or from entering a place |
| 10065 |
I felt as though the other women were excluding me. exclude to make someone feel that they do not belong to your group |
| 10066 |
We cannot exclude the possibility that the growth is cancerous. exclude to decide that something is not possible or worth considering |
| 10067 |
a tour of the campus campus an area of land containing all the main buildings of a university |
| 10068 |
We have rooms for 2,000 students on campus. campus an area of land containing all the main buildings of a university |
| 10069 |
campus politics newspapers campus used for talking about universities or student life in general |
| 10070 |
the National Security Agency's sprawling campus at Fort Meade campus an area of land containing all the main buildings of a large company or organization |
| 10071 |
What did you have for breakfast this morning? breakfast the first meal you have in the morning |
| 10072 |
I'm never hungry enough for a full breakfast. breakfast the first meal you have in the morning |
| 10073 |
Try our all-day breakfast – only 3.50! breakfast a meal consisting of the things people often have for breakfast, for example eggs or bacon |
| 10074 |
breakfast cereal breakfast used about things you eat for breakfast or use at breakfast time |
| 10075 |
a breakfast bar breakfast used about things you eat for breakfast or use at breakfast time |
| 10076 |
scenes of shocking violence shocking used about something immoral that offends or embarrasses you |
| 10077 |
shocking weather shocking very bad |
| 10078 |
a shocking waste of money shocking very bad |
| 10079 |
There are not many, a tiny minority, who have misbehaved outrageously. minority a small number of people or things that are part of a larger group but different in some way from most of the group |
| 10080 |
In a small minority of cases, the treatment does not help. minority minority of a small number of people or things that are part of a larger group but different in some way from most of the group |
| 10081 |
The regulations are intended to prevent discrimination against minorities. minority a part of a population that is different in race, religion, or culture from most of the population |
| 10082 |
Members of ethnic minorities are represented on the committee. minority a part of a population that is different in race, religion, or culture from most of the population |
| 10083 |
a religious minority minority a part of a population that is different in race, religion, or culture from most of the population |
| 10084 |
As minorities, we need to work together. minority someone who is a member of a minority group |
| 10085 |
I found myself to be in a minority of one. minority a minority of one the only person in a group who has a particular opinion or idea |
| 10086 |
Women are in the minority in the top ranks of government. minority be in the a minority to belong to a small part of a group that is different in some way from most of the group |
| 10087 |
They hold a minority interest in the company. minority relating to or forming a minority |
| 10088 |
students from minority backgrounds minority belonging to or relating to a minority that is different in race, religion, or culture from most of the population |
| 10089 |
minority schools minority belonging to or relating to a minority that is different in race, religion, or culture from most of the population |
| 10090 |
I began to appreciate the difficulties my father had faced. appreciate to understand the true nature of a situation, and realize why it is important or serious |
| 10091 |
Doctors are only now beginning to appreciate how dangerous this drug can be. appreciate appreciate how why what etc to understand the true nature of a situation, and realize why it is important or serious |
| 10092 |
We appreciate that you cannot make a decision immediately. appreciate appreciate that to understand the true nature of a situation, and realize why it is important or serious |
| 10093 |
I don't believe the Prime Minister fully appreciates the complexity of the problem. appreciate fully appreciate to understand the true nature of a situation, and realize why it is important or serious |
| 10094 |
She feels that her family doesn't really appreciate her. appreciate to recognize the good or special qualities of a person, place, or thing |
| 10095 |
a restaurant that is popular with people who appreciate good service and fine wines appreciate to recognize the good or special qualities of a person, place, or thing |
| 10096 |
Many of the junior staff feel they are not properly appreciated. appreciate be truly properly appreciated to realize that someone has good qualities and that they are important |
| 10097 |
I appreciate this opportunity to put my point of view to the committee. appreciate to be grateful for something |
| 10098 |
I really appreciate all your help. appreciate to be grateful for something |
| 10099 |
We'd appreciate it if you didn't smoke in here. appreciate I we etc would appreciate it if... used for politely asking someone to do something, especially when you are slightly annoyed |
| 10100 |
I'm a big fan of Madonna. fan fan of someone who likes watching or listening to something such as a sport, films, or music very much, or who admires a famous or important person very much |
| 10101 |
a crowd of noisy football fans fan a football rugby tennis etc fan someone who likes watching or listening to something such as a sport, films, or music very much, or who admires a famous or important person very much |
| 10102 |
Film fans will know his name. fan a pop film fan someone who likes watching or listening to something such as a sport, films, or music very much, or who admires a famous or important person very much |
| 10103 |
The audience fanned themselves with their programmes. fan to move a flat object backwards and forwards in front of your face in order to make you feel less hot |
| 10104 |
Strong winds fanned the fire, which soon spread. fan to make a fire burn more strongly by moving air onto it |
| 10105 |
His excuses fanned her anger even further. fan to make a feeling or belief stronger |
| 10106 |
a speech which fanned the flames of hatred fan fan the flames of something to make a feeling or belief stronger |
| 10107 |
The hotel provides accommodation for up to 100 people. accommodation a place for someone to stay, live, or work in. The usual American word is accommodations |
| 10108 |
a lack of affordable rented accommodation accommodation a house, flat, or hotel room |
| 10109 |
Most of our accommodation is self-catering. accommodation a house, flat, or hotel room |
| 10110 |
The call centre has accommodation for over 2,000 operators. accommodation an area or space where people can do a particular job or activity |
| 10111 |
Accommodation seemed impossible. accommodation a change in behaviour or attitude that helps people work together or end a disagreement |
| 10112 |
In subsequent interviews, Steele has contradicted his original story. subsequent happening or coming after something else |
| 10113 |
Reed was disqualified subsequent to failing a drugs test. subsequent subsequent to happening or coming after something else |
| 10114 |
the transition towards democracy democracy a system of government in which people vote in elections to choose the people who will govern them |
| 10115 |
a threat to democracy democracy a system of government in which people vote in elections to choose the people who will govern them |
| 10116 |
some of the fledgling democracies of the world democracy new emerging fledgling democracies a country that has democracy |
| 10117 |
industrial democracy democracy a system of running a business or organization in which everyone can vote and share in making decisions |
| 10118 |
He had lovely brown eyes. brown something that is brown is the same colour as wood or coffee |
| 10119 |
His face was very brown. brown with darker skin than usual, after being in the sun a lot |
| 10120 |
The skirt is also available in brown. brown the colour of wood or coffee |
| 10121 |
Brown the meat before adding the vegetables. brown to cook something until it turns brown, or to become brown in this way |
| 10122 |
I love the taste of chocolate. taste the flavour that something creates in your mouth when you eat or drink it |
| 10123 |
This peach has a sweeter taste than that one. taste the flavour that something creates in your mouth when you eat or drink it |
| 10124 |
Our cheeses are very different in texture and taste. taste the flavour that something creates in your mouth when you eat or drink it |
| 10125 |
Add salt to taste (=until you like the taste). taste the flavour that something creates in your mouth when you eat or drink it |
| 10126 |
Have a taste of this wine. taste a small amount of food or drink that you eat or drink in order to see what flavour it has |
| 10127 |
Would you like a taste? taste a small amount of food or drink that you eat or drink in order to see what flavour it has |
| 10128 |
The illness can produce a loss of smell and taste. taste your mouth's ability to notice the flavour of different foods and drinks |
| 10129 |
She doesn't have a very strong sense of taste. taste sense of taste your mouth's ability to notice the flavour of different foods and drinks |
| 10130 |
They all admired her taste. taste the ability to judge if something is good or bad in things like art, fashion, and social behaviour |
| 10131 |
Money cannot make up for bad taste and bad manners. taste the ability to judge if something is good or bad in things like art, fashion, and social behaviour |
| 10132 |
His joke about her divorce was in the worst possible taste. taste in good bad poor taste the ability to judge if something is good or bad in things like art, fashion, and social behaviour |
| 10133 |
Our tastes and interests are so different. taste the types of thing that you like, for example in art, music, or clothes |
| 10134 |
The meals are designed to accommodate all tastes. taste the types of thing that you like, for example in art, music, or clothes |
| 10135 |
I don't have expensive tastes (=I don't like expensive things). taste the types of thing that you like, for example in art, music, or clothes |
| 10136 |
The films appeal to popular taste (=what most people like). taste the types of thing that you like, for example in art, music, or clothes |
| 10137 |
The girls share his taste in music. taste taste in the types of thing that you like, for example in art, music, or clothes |
| 10138 |
Even at a young age he had a taste for books. taste have a taste for something the types of thing that you like, for example in art, music, or clothes |
| 10139 |
Strong black coffee is an acquired taste. taste an acquired taste (=something that you must have many times before you start to like it) the types of thing that you like, for example in art, music, or clothes |
| 10140 |
After 16 years in prison, it was their first taste of freedom. taste taste of a short experience of something that you are not used to |
| 10141 |
Enjoy a taste of Italy with writer Valentina Harris. taste a short experience of something that you are not used to |
| 10142 |
I still remember the taste of fear from skydiving. taste the feeling that is created by an experience |
| 10143 |
the sweet taste of revenge taste the feeling that is created by an experience |
| 10144 |
Although the meal was cold, it tasted delicious. taste taste good bad salty sweet delicious awful etc to have a particular flavour. Food can taste sweet like sugar, salty like salt, sour like a lemon, or bitter like strong black coffee |
| 10145 |
The fish tasted just as good as it looked. taste to have a particular flavour. Food can taste sweet like sugar, salty like salt, sour like a lemon, or bitter like strong black coffee |
| 10146 |
This lemonade tastes more like water. taste taste like to have a particular flavour. Food can taste sweet like sugar, salty like salt, sour like a lemon, or bitter like strong black coffee |
| 10147 |
They taste a bit like chicken. taste to have a particular flavour. Food can taste sweet like sugar, salty like salt, sour like a lemon, or bitter like strong black coffee |
| 10148 |
These biscuits don't taste of ginger. taste taste of to have a particular flavour. Food can taste sweet like sugar, salty like salt, sour like a lemon, or bitter like strong black coffee |
| 10149 |
I've never tasted figs, but I've heard they're very nice. taste to eat or drink something and to experience its flavour |
| 10150 |
The dinner was one of the best meals I have ever tasted. taste to eat or drink something and to experience its flavour |
| 10151 |
Visitors will be able to taste different types of wines. taste to put a small amount of something in your mouth to see what type of flavour it has |
| 10152 |
I've tasted the milk and it's definitely off. taste to put a small amount of something in your mouth to see what type of flavour it has |
| 10153 |
It is 13 years since they last tasted victory. taste taste success failure victory to experience something for a short time |
| 10154 |
You could taste the fear in the room. taste to realize what someone else is feeling or thinking |
| 10155 |
a crown of wild flowers crown a decoration for your head shaped like a crown |
| 10156 |
the relationship between Parliament and the Crown crown the king or queen |
| 10157 |
When he dies, the crown will pass to his son. crown the position of being king or queen |
| 10158 |
a minister of the Crown crown the government of a country that has a king or queen |
| 10159 |
The Crown was forced to drop the charges because of a lack of evidence. crown the government of a country that has a king or queen |
| 10160 |
France will be defending their World Cup crown. crown a title that you get when you win an important sports competition |
| 10161 |
a gold crown crown a cover for a tooth that has broken or decayed badly |
| 10162 |
James III was crowned at Kelso Abbey. crown to make someone a king or queen during a ceremony in which a crown is put on their head |
| 10163 |
Haile Selassie was crowned emperor in 1930. crown crown someone something to make someone a king or queen during a ceremony in which a crown is put on their head |
| 10164 |
She was crowned Miss America almost twenty years ago. crown crown someone something to give someone a crown for winning a competition |
| 10165 |
They were crowned champions after a dramatic 6–5 final. crown crown someone something to give someone a title for winning an important sports competition |
| 10166 |
Williams crowned his amazing pop career by taking three of last night's four major awards. crown to add the last and greatest success to a series of achievements |
| 10167 |
Almost every hill is crowned with a pretty village. crown to cover the top of something |
| 10168 |
To crown it all, the handle on my shopping bag broke. crown to crown it all used for talking about the last and worst thing in a series of bad things that have happened |
| 10169 |
The use of mobile phones is not permitted inside the aircraft. permit to allow someone to do something, or to allow something to happen |
| 10170 |
We were not permitted to enter the area during the investigation. permit permit someone to do something to allow someone to do something, or to allow something to happen |
| 10171 |
She permitted herself a single bar of chocolate a week. permit permit someone something to allow someone to do something, or to allow something to happen |
| 10172 |
Economic circumstances don't permit much public spending. permit to make something possible |
| 10173 |
Permit me to suggest a good restaurant. permit permit me to do something used as an extremely polite way of suggesting something to someone who you do not know well |
| 10174 |
The game starts at 11 o'clock, weather permitting. permit weather permitting used for saying that something will happen if bad weather does not prevent it |
| 10175 |
Carrying a gun without a permit is punishable by up to four years in prison. permit an official document that gives you permission to do something |
| 10176 |
The council refused to issue a permit for the parade. permit permit for an official document that gives you permission to do something |
| 10177 |
The plane does not currently have a permit to carry livestock. permit a permit to do something an official document that gives you permission to do something |
| 10178 |
They wouldn't give him the job without a work permit. permit a work travel export etc permit an official document that gives you permission to do something |
| 10179 |
parking for permit holders only permit a permit holder (=someone who has a permit) an official document that gives you permission to do something |
| 10180 |
a cardboard box cardboard made of cardboard |
| 10181 |
a film full of cardboard characters cardboard not seeming very real |
| 10182 |
Falling interest rates are good news for home buyers. buyer someone who buys something |
| 10183 |
the problem of finding overseas buyers for our products buyer someone who buys something |
| 10184 |
He bought generous gifts for all his family. gift something that you give to someone as a present |
| 10185 |
The video camera was a retirement gift from colleagues. gift something that you give to someone as a present |
| 10186 |
She made a 50,000 gift to charity. gift something that you give to someone as a present |
| 10187 |
Making quick decisions is not one of my greatest gifts. gift a natural ability to do something well |
| 10188 |
She gets her gift for languages from her mother. gift gift for a natural ability to do something well |
| 10189 |
the gift of sight life love gift gift of something good that you are grateful to have |
| 10190 |
The scandal was a gift to the tabloid press. gift gift to something that you get easily that gives you an advantage |
| 10191 |
All major offices remained in the gift of the crown. gift be in someone's gift if something is in your gift, you have the right to give it to someone |
| 10192 |
Hi, Dad. Just calling to say we'll be home late tonight. hi hello |
| 10193 |
'Hi, I'm Tom.' 'Hi! How's it going?' hi hello |
| 10194 |
The UN General Assembly passed a resolution (=formally accepted it) condemning the executions. resolution a formal proposal that is considered by an organization and is usually voted on at a meeting |
| 10195 |
A resolution on Ukrainian independence was adopted by the Supreme Soviet. resolution resolution on a formal proposal that is considered by an organization and is usually voted on at a meeting |
| 10196 |
Both countries called for the peaceful resolution of the border dispute. resolution resolution of the action of solving a problem or dealing with a disagreement in a satisfactory way |
| 10197 |
Diplomats are hoping for a speedy resolution to the crisis. resolution resolution to the action of solving a problem or dealing with a disagreement in a satisfactory way |
| 10198 |
Make a resolution to go to the gym once a week. resolution make a resolution to do something a serious decision to do something |
| 10199 |
He is very angry about the way he's been treated. angry angry about at over very annoyed |
| 10200 |
Patients are angry at the increase in charges for medicines. angry very annoyed |
| 10201 |
Are you angry with me? angry angry with very annoyed |
| 10202 |
I was left feeling angry and bitter. angry feel angry very annoyed |
| 10203 |
Some of the parents looked extremely angry. angry look sound angry very annoyed |
| 10204 |
There's no point in getting angry. angry get become angry very annoyed |
| 10205 |
His attitude makes me really angry. angry make someone angry very annoyed |
| 10206 |
The speech provoked an angry response from teachers and community leaders. angry used about people's behaviour |
| 10207 |
a bicycle wagon car wheel wheel a round object that turns round and round to make a car, bicycle, or other vehicle move |
| 10208 |
the front rear wheels of a car wheel a round object that turns round and round to make a car, bicycle, or other vehicle move |
| 10209 |
a TV table on wheels wheel on wheels a round object that turns round and round to make a car, bicycle, or other vehicle move |
| 10210 |
The girls go for the boy with the nicest-looking wheels. wheel a car |
| 10211 |
a spinning potter's roulette wheel wheel any machine or piece of equipment that is shaped like a wheel, or that has a wheel as its main part |
| 10212 |
She had to turn the wheel sharply to avoid the dog. wheel the steering wheel that is used for controlling a car or other vehicle |
| 10213 |
Would you like me to take the wheel for a while? wheel take the wheel (=to drive) the steering wheel that is used for controlling a car or other vehicle |
| 10214 |
It seems he had a heart attack at the wheel. wheel at behind the wheel (=driving) the steering wheel that is used for controlling a car or other vehicle |
| 10215 |
I can't wait to get behind the wheel again. wheel the steering wheel that is used for controlling a car or other vehicle |
| 10216 |
The wheels of government grind very slowly. wheel the wheels of industry justice government processes or forces that cause particular things to happen or make progress |
| 10217 |
It's people like him that keep the wheels of commerce turning. wheel keep the wheels turning to make something continue to happen or operate |
| 10218 |
He needs to find a new place to live, and I'm helping him set the wheels in motion. wheel set the wheels in motion to do some of the things that will make a process start |
| 10219 |
They were leading 3–1 at half-time, but then the wheels came off and they ended up losing the game. wheel the wheels come off used for saying that things start to fail or go wrong, especially after a period of success |
| 10220 |
A man was wheeling his shopping trolley to the checkout. wheel to move something that has wheels by pushing it |
| 10221 |
I had to get off and wheel the bike along. wheel to move something that has wheels by pushing it |
| 10222 |
They wheeled him into the operating room. wheel to move someone in something that has wheels |
| 10223 |
She quickly wheeled the baby across the street. wheel to move someone in something that has wheels |
| 10224 |
The birds wheeled overhead and flew off. wheel to make circular movements in the air |
| 10225 |
There's a lot of wheeling and dealing behind the scenes when a new leader is to be elected. wheel wheel and deal to use clever or slightly dishonest methods to get advantages from a lot of situations, especially in business or politics |
| 10226 |
I dread the day she finds out. dread to feel very worried about something that might happen or something that is going to happen |
| 10227 |
She started to dread seeing him. dread dread doing something to feel very worried about something that might happen or something that is going to happen |
| 10228 |
I dread to think what it will cost. dread I dread to think used for saying that you are worried about a situation |
| 10229 |
He lives in dread of meeting her again. dread be live in dread of to be continuously afraid of someone or something |
| 10230 |
There is a clause in the contract requiring a fee to be paid if the holiday is cancelled. clause a part of a legal document or law that officially states that something must be done |
| 10231 |
a water oil fuel tank tank a large metal container for liquid or gas |
| 10232 |
We made it to York on a single tank of petrol. tank the liquid or gas in a tank, or the amount that a tank contains |
| 10233 |
a fish tank tank a glass container for fish, snakes etc |
| 10234 |
a tank commander regiment shell tank belonging to or connected with a military tank |
| 10235 |
She released a solo single, but it tanked. tank if something such as a product tanks, it fails completely |
| 10236 |
A good radio script should be able to engage the listener. engage to attract and keep someone's interest or attention |
| 10237 |
The company is to engage a new sales director. engage to start to employ someone or use their services |
| 10238 |
A magician has been engaged to provide entertainment. engage engage someone to do something to start to employ someone or use their services |
| 10239 |
A microswitch in the gear stick automatically engages and disengages the clutch. engage if a part of a machine engages, or if you engage it, it fits into another part so that they work together |
| 10240 |
The mechanism failed to engage, causing a fault. engage if a part of a machine engages, or if you engage it, it fits into another part so that they work together |
| 10241 |
My father died last year but my mother is still alive. alive living and not dead |
| 10242 |
He is lucky to be alive after his fall. alive living and not dead |
| 10243 |
The family was stealing food just to stay alive. alive stay alive living and not dead |
| 10244 |
The boat caught fire and the two men were burned alive. alive be buried burned captured etc alive (=while still living) living and not dead |
| 10245 |
Memories of the controversy are still very much alive. alive still existing and not gone or forgotten |
| 10246 |
Their goal was to keep alive the traditional Jewish faith. alive keep something alive still existing and not gone or forgotten |
| 10247 |
With the wind rushing through her hair she felt intensely alive. alive full of energy and feeling happy and excited |
| 10248 |
The street was alive with the sound of children playing. alive alive with full of activity |
| 10249 |
The village really comes alive at Christmas. alive come alive full of activity |
| 10250 |
The game really came alive after 25 minutes when Rogers scored. alive come alive interesting and exciting |
| 10251 |
He was found alive and well after three days. alive still living and healthy or active, especially when this is surprising |
| 10252 |
The idea of marriage is still alive and kicking. alive still existing and not gone or forgotten, especially when this is surprising |
| 10253 |
Schools must be alive to technological change. alive be alive to something to know that something is happening and realize how important it is |
| 10254 |
I intend to make a complaint. complaint make file lodge a complaint a written or spoken statement in which someone says they are not satisfied with something |
| 10255 |
Customers lodged a formal complaint about the way they were treated. complaint complaint about a written or spoken statement in which someone says they are not satisfied with something |
| 10256 |
An alarming number of complaints have been filed against him. complaint complaint against a written or spoken statement in which someone says they are not satisfied with something |
| 10257 |
The council has received complaints that the building is not safe. complaint complaint that a written or spoken statement in which someone says they are not satisfied with something |
| 10258 |
All complaints are thoroughly investigated. complaint investigate a complaint a written or spoken statement in which someone says they are not satisfied with something |
| 10259 |
The Commission upheld the complaint under Article 13. complaint uphold a complaint (=say it is reasonable) a written or spoken statement in which someone says they are not satisfied with something |
| 10260 |
If they had a more caring attitude, we'd have less cause for complaint. complaint grounds cause for complaint a written or spoken statement in which someone says they are not satisfied with something |
| 10261 |
The main complaint was the noise. complaint something that someone complains about |
| 10262 |
minor complaints like headaches complaint an illness or other medical problem |
| 10263 |
a liver complaint complaint an illness or other medical problem |
| 10264 |
The car stopped only about three inches from the edge of the cliff. inch a unit for measuring length. An inch is equal to 2.54 centimetres. There are 12 inches in one foot |
| 10265 |
The insect was about an inch long. inch an inch high long wide a unit for measuring length. An inch is equal to 2.54 centimetres. There are 12 inches in one foot |
| 10266 |
The gun was inches away from his face. inch a very small distance or amount |
| 10267 |
The city was cut off for hours after 10 inches of snow fell overnight. inch an amount of rain, snow, soil etc that would cover a surface with a layer that is one inch deep |
| 10268 |
She came within an inch of winning the match. inch come within an inch of doing something to almost do something |
| 10269 |
Every inch of space was taken up with bookshelves. inch every inch (of something) the whole of an area or place |
| 10270 |
Divers are searching through these murky waters inch by inch. inch inch by inch very slowly, carefully, and gradually |
| 10271 |
His wife looked every inch a Hollywood beauty. inch look be every inch something to look be completely like a particular type of person |
| 10272 |
I've tried everything to persuade her but she won't budge an inch. inch not give budge an inch to completely refuse to change your opinion or decision |
| 10273 |
Maggie tapped impatiently on the steering wheel and inched slowly forward. inch inch along forward up towards to move somewhere very slowly and gradually, or to make something do this |
| 10274 |
A dark shadow inched its way along the wall. inch to move somewhere very slowly and gradually, or to make something do this |
| 10275 |
Interest rates have been inching up over the past year. inch inch up down higher lower to gradually become greater or smaller in amount or number |
| 10276 |
In one study 75 per cent of students reported having been bullied at school. bully to frighten or hurt someone who is smaller or weaker than you |
| 10277 |
The government accused the company of bullying its rivals and stifling competition. bully to use your influence or status to threaten or frighten someone in order to get what you want |
| 10278 |
We will not be bullied into accepting an agreement that we do not like. bully bully someone into (doing) something to use your influence or status to threaten or frighten someone in order to get what you want |
| 10279 |
'I've finished all my homework.' 'Well, bully for you!' bully bully for someone used for praising someone in a way that shows you are not at all impressed with what they have done |
| 10280 |
the office school class playground bully bully someone who frightens or hurts someone who is smaller or weaker than they are |
| 10281 |
His mother abandoned him when he was five days old. abandon to leave someone when you should stay with them and look after them |
| 10282 |
I'm sorry I abandoned you like that. abandon to suddenly leave someone that you are with |
| 10283 |
Most of the villagers have abandoned their homes and fled. abandon to leave a place, especially because it is difficult or dangerous to stay there |
| 10284 |
The coastal settlements were abandoned in the 19th century. abandon to leave a place, especially because it is difficult or dangerous to stay there |
| 10285 |
The stolen car was abandoned only five miles away. abandon to leave something in a place, especially because you are in a hurry or are trying to escape |
| 10286 |
After 20 lessons I finally abandoned my attempt to learn to drive. abandon to stop something that you are doing or planning to do, especially because it is too difficult to continue |
| 10287 |
The game had to be abandoned because of rain. abandon to stop something that you are doing or planning to do, especially because it is too difficult to continue |
| 10288 |
George almost persuaded me to abandon my studies and join him. abandon to stop something that you are doing or planning to do, especially because it is too difficult to continue |
| 10289 |
She abandoned caution and began scrambling down the cliff. abandon to stop behaving or talking in a particular way, because it does not help you to achieve what you want |
| 10290 |
By 1978, they had abandoned all pretence of democratic principles. abandon abandon all any pretence (=stop trying to pretend something) to stop behaving or talking in a particular way, because it does not help you to achieve what you want |
| 10291 |
Hardy felt that he had been abandoned by all his followers. abandon to stop supporting or helping someone |
| 10292 |
Despite current problems, they have not abandoned their commitment to the peace process. abandon to stop believing or supporting an idea |
| 10293 |
By this time, the steady state theory of the universe had been largely abandoned. abandon to stop believing or supporting an idea |
| 10294 |
The family had abandoned all hope of finding him alive. abandon abandon (all) hope to stop believing or hoping that something will happen |
| 10295 |
She abandoned herself to grief. abandon abandon yourself to something to feel an emotion so strongly that you do not think about anything else |
| 10296 |
The kids were splashing on paint with abandon. abandon with abandon in an uncontrolled way, as if you do not care what the result will be |
| 10297 |
This year holiday shoppers are spending money with reckless abandon. abandon with gay reckless abandon in an uncontrolled way, as if you do not care what the result will be |
| 10298 |
If it all goes wrong, don't blame me. blame to say or think that someone or something is responsible for an accident, problem, or bad situation |
| 10299 |
Crime is a complex issue – we can't simply blame poverty and unemployment. blame to say or think that someone or something is responsible for an accident, problem, or bad situation |
| 10300 |
You can't blame all your problems on your family. blame blame something on someone something to say or think that someone or something is responsible for an accident, problem, or bad situation |
| 10301 |
Organizers blame the weather for the low turnout. blame blame someone something for something to say or think that someone or something is responsible for an accident, problem, or bad situation |
| 10302 |
The hospital has launched an inquiry to find out who was to blame for the mistake. blame be to blame (for) to say or think that someone or something is responsible for an accident, problem, or bad situation |
| 10303 |
'Then I told him to leave.' 'I don't blame you!' blame I don't blame you him her them used for saying that you understand why someone did something or feels a particular way |
| 10304 |
He's only got himself to blame if no one will talk to him. blame you have only (got) yourself to blame to say or think that someone or something is responsible for an accident, problem, or bad situation |
| 10305 |
The police don't deserve the blame for what happened to these children. blame blame for responsibility for an accident, problem, or bad situation |
| 10306 |
Why do I always get the blame for everything? blame get the blame responsibility for an accident, problem, or bad situation |
| 10307 |
The management has to take part of the blame for recent failures. blame take the blame (=accept that you are responsible) responsibility for an accident, problem, or bad situation |
| 10308 |
Citizens are laying the blame on the government for acting too late. blame put lay the blame on someone responsibility for an accident, problem, or bad situation |
| 10309 |
We're trying to get rid of the company's culture of blame. blame a culture of blame (=a tendency to blame people instead of trying to solve problems) responsibility for an accident, problem, or bad situation |
| 10310 |
There are people out there who are starving because of your actions. starve to suffer or to die because there is not enough food |
| 10311 |
They were accused of deliberately starving the prisoners. starve to make someone suffer or die by preventing them from having enough food |
| 10312 |
He threatened to starve himself to death if the war didn't stop. starve starve yourself to death to make someone suffer or die by preventing them from having enough food |
| 10313 |
Can I quote you on that (=repeat exactly what you have said about something)? quote to say or write words that someone else has said or written |
| 10314 |
She claimed to be quoting from an official report. quote quote from to say or write words that someone else has said or written |
| 10315 |
The minister was quoted as saying that he didn't care about jobs. quote quote someone as saying something to say or write words that someone else has said or written |
| 10316 |
He quoted the example of a 40-year-old man who has been waiting nearly two years for an operation. quote to give something as an example to support what you are saying |
| 10317 |
How much did they quote for the job? quote quote for to tell someone what price you would charge them to do a particular piece of work |
| 10318 |
They quoted us 500 to replace the whole window. quote quote someone something to tell someone what price you would charge them to do a particular piece of work |
| 10319 |
He said he was, quote, sick and tired of it, unquote. quote quote...unquote if someone says 'quote' before a word or phrase, they are showing that they are repeating someone's words exactly, and they often say 'unquote' at the end |
| 10320 |
They do it because it's the quote unquote thing to do. quote quote unquote used before or after a word or phrase for emphasizing that you do not agree with it or approve of it |
| 10321 |
a quote from Shakespeare quote quote from a quotation from a book, play, speech etc |
| 10322 |
Can you give us a quote for the whole job? quote quote for the price that someone says they will charge you for doing a particular piece of work |
| 10323 |
Our plants didn't grow very well this year, but yours look really good. yours used for showing that something belongs to or is connected with the person or people that you are talking or writing to |
| 10324 |
My pen isn't working – can I borrow yours? yours used for showing that something belongs to or is connected with the person or people that you are talking or writing to |
| 10325 |
My office will keep in close touch with yours concerning my future plans. yours used for showing that something belongs to or is connected with the person or people that you are talking or writing to |
| 10326 |
This is my book. That one must be yours. yours used for showing that something belongs to or is connected with the person or people that you are talking or writing to |
| 10327 |
This man doesn't believe in wasting time – yours or his. yours used for showing that something belongs to or is connected with the person or people that you are talking or writing to |
| 10328 |
A friend of yours called while you were out. yours of yours used for showing that something belongs to or is connected with the person or people that you are talking or writing to |
| 10329 |
How would you like to see a film tonight with yours truly? yours yours truly used for referring to yourself |
| 10330 |
They monitor both the quantity and quality of materials used. quantity the amount of something |
| 10331 |
Saturated fats can be bad for your health if consumed in large quantities. quantity a particular amount of something |
| 10332 |
Police found a small quantity of drugs on the premises. quantity quantity of a particular amount of something |
| 10333 |
I was astonished by the sheer quantity of stuff in the trunk. quantity quantity of a large amount of something |
| 10334 |
Like most things, it is cheaper when bought in quantity. quantity in quantity quantities a large amount of something |
| 10335 |
You shouldn't feel guilty all the time – you've done nothing to be ashamed of. guilty ashamed and sorry because you have done something wrong |
| 10336 |
I still feel guilty about things I said to my mother when I was a teenager. guilty guilty about ashamed and sorry because you have done something wrong |
| 10337 |
It was a clear sign that he had a guilty conscience. guilty guilty conscience (=a feeling that you have done something wrong) ashamed and sorry because you have done something wrong |
| 10338 |
There goes a man with a guilty secret. guilty a guilty fact is one that you feel guilty about |
| 10339 |
He was found guilty of manslaughter. guilty find someone guilty not guilty of something (=officially decide that they are guilty not guilty) someone who is guilty has committed a crime |
| 10340 |
Wright pleaded guilty to all charges. guilty plead guilty to something (=say that you are guilty) someone who is guilty has committed a crime |
| 10341 |
Patrick knew that he was guilty of lying. guilty guilty of someone who is guilty of something has done it |
| 10342 |
This government is guilty of much talk and little action. guilty someone who is guilty of something has done it |
| 10343 |
A footstep in the doorway made her leap, guiltily, to her feet. guilty |
| 10344 |
Illegally parked cars may be removed at any time without prior notice. prior prior notice warning consultation etc happening, existing, or done before a particular time |
| 10345 |
I'm afraid I won't be able to come. I've got a prior engagement. prior a prior arrangement engagement happening, existing, or done before a particular time |
| 10346 |
students with no prior knowledge of the target language prior prior knowledge experience happening, existing, or done before a particular time |
| 10347 |
The questions had been asked prior to my arrival. prior prior to something before something happened or existed |
| 10348 |
The plane seemed to catch fire a few seconds prior to taking off. prior prior to something before something happened or existed |
| 10349 |
eastern Arizona eastern in or from the east of a country or place |
| 10350 |
along the eastern shore of the Mediterranean eastern in or from the east of a country or place |
| 10351 |
I got such a fright when Joe burst through the door. fright an experience that makes you feel suddenly afraid |
| 10352 |
Sorry, I didn't mean to give you a fright. fright an experience that makes you feel suddenly afraid |
| 10353 |
I nearly died of fright when I heard his voice behind me. fright a sudden strong feeling of being afraid |
| 10354 |
As soon as it saw me, the deer took fright and vanished. fright to be suddenly frightened by something and want to get away from it |
| 10355 |
The bid was rejected after the buyer took fright and cut its offer. fright to suddenly feel that you do not want to be involved with something |
| 10356 |
a woman wearing a fur coat coat a piece of clothing with long sleeves that you wear over your other clothes when you go outside. A short coat is also called a jacket and a long coat is also called an overcoat |
| 10357 |
Put your coat on – we're going out. coat a piece of clothing with long sleeves that you wear over your other clothes when you go outside. A short coat is also called a jacket and a long coat is also called an overcoat |
| 10358 |
Mountain goats have long shaggy coats. coat the fur or hair on an animal's skin |
| 10359 |
All the door needs is a new coat of paint. coat a layer of something such as paint that you put onto a surface |
| 10360 |
The wind had coated everything with a layer of sand. coat to cover something with a layer of a substance |
| 10361 |
truffles coated in white chocolate coat to cover something with a layer of a substance |
| 10362 |
In such military involvements we need to make sure that human rights violations do not occur. involvement the act of taking part in an activity, event, or situation |
| 10363 |
The problem requires the active involvement of the local government. involvement involvement of the act of taking part in an activity, event, or situation |
| 10364 |
Our involvement with this project started way back in 1989. involvement involvement with the act of taking part in an activity, event, or situation |
| 10365 |
There is no evidence of his direct involvement in the bombing. involvement involvement in the act of taking part in an activity, event, or situation |
| 10366 |
The reader needs to feel some involvement with the characters. involvement involvement in with the interest or enthusiasm that you feel for something |
| 10367 |
I tried to ease the tension (=make it less strong) with a joke. tension ease the tension the feeling of being so nervous or worried that you cannot relax |
| 10368 |
Symptoms include nervous tension, depression, and insomnia. tension nervous tension the feeling of being so nervous or worried that you cannot relax |
| 10369 |
The tension is almost unbearable as the play approaches its climax. tension the nervous feeling that you have when you are reading or watching something very exciting or frightening |
| 10370 |
racial political social tensions tension the feeling caused by a lack of trust between people, groups, or countries who do not agree about something and may attack each other |
| 10371 |
Measures are needed to reduce tension between the two states. tension tension between the feeling caused by a lack of trust between people, groups, or countries who do not agree about something and may attack each other |
| 10372 |
There is bound to be a certain tension between the freedom of individuals and the need for public safety. tension a situation in which opposing aims, ideas, or influences cause problems |
| 10373 |
Pull in the sail by increasing the tension of the rope. tension the degree to which something such as a rope or muscle is pulled tight |
| 10374 |
Can you feel the tension in your neck and shoulders? tension the degree to which something such as a rope or muscle is pulled tight |
| 10375 |
Poor diet can affect the unborn baby. diet the food that a person or animal usually eats |
| 10376 |
Try to eat a balanced diet. diet the food that a person or animal usually eats |
| 10377 |
The bird has a diet of nuts and berries. diet diet of the food that a person or animal usually eats |
| 10378 |
Most of these diets just don't work. diet a limited amount of food that someone eats because they are trying to become thinner |
| 10379 |
I can't fasten my jeans – I'll have to go on a diet. diet go be on a diet a limited amount of food that someone eats because they are trying to become thinner |
| 10380 |
products suitable for a wheat-free diet diet a limited range of foods that someone eats to improve their health |
| 10381 |
diet yoghurt cola diet containing less sugar or fat than other similar foods |
| 10382 |
We are fed a diet of game shows and soap operas. diet diet of the things that a person regularly sees or experiences, especially when these are of poor quality |
| 10383 |
The enormous birthday cake dwarfed everything else on the table. enormous very large in size or quantity |
| 10384 |
The stress they're under is enormous. enormous very large in size or quantity |
| 10385 |
An enormous amount of money has been wasted on this project already. enormous an enormous amount number volume etc very large in size or quantity |
| 10386 |
a flap of leather skin plastic flap a thin flat piece of something that is fixed to something else along one edge |
| 10387 |
He held back the flap of the tent. flap a thin flat piece of something that is fixed to something else along one edge |
| 10388 |
Why has there been such a political flap over his appointment? flap a situation in which people are confused, excited, or angry |
| 10389 |
They were in a real flap over the lost passport. flap in a flap a situation in which people are confused, excited, or angry |
| 10390 |
The swan hissed and flapped its huge wings. flap if a bird's wings flap, or if the bird flaps them, they move quickly up and down |
| 10391 |
I tried to keep up, my coat flapping in the wind. flap to move noisily up and down or from side to side, especially in the wind |
| 10392 |
Just keep calm and don't flap. flap to be very worried, nervous, or excited about something |
| 10393 |
a performance using rarely heard instruments from around the world rarely not often |
| 10394 |
My mother very rarely wears jewellery. rarely not often |
| 10395 |
the Nobel Prize for chemistry prize a reward that you get for being successful in a sport, competition, or game, or for being better than others at something. Someone who has won a prize is called a prize winner |
| 10396 |
Previous winners of the prize have been Quincy Jones and Dizzy Gillespie. prize a reward that you get for being successful in a sport, competition, or game, or for being better than others at something. Someone who has won a prize is called a prize winner |
| 10397 |
There's a chance to win a prize if you can answer this question. prize win a prize a reward that you get for being successful in a sport, competition, or game, or for being better than others at something. Someone who has won a prize is called a prize winner |
| 10398 |
The prize is awarded annually to an individual or group of people. prize award a prize a reward that you get for being successful in a sport, competition, or game, or for being better than others at something. Someone who has won a prize is called a prize winner |
| 10399 |
Instead of winning first prize, Norman finished fourth. prize first second third prize (=the prize given to the person who is first, second, or third in a competition) a reward that you get for being successful in a sport, competition, or game, or for being better than others at something. Someone who has won a prize is called a prize winner |
| 10400 |
this month's prize draw prize relating to a prize |
| 10401 |
The golf tournament offers $6.2 million in prize money. prize relating to a prize |
| 10402 |
the prize of freedom peace prize something very important that you try very hard to get |
| 10403 |
prize turkeys roses courgettes prize good enough to deserve or win a prize |
| 10404 |
a prize asset witness possession prize very important or valuable |
| 10405 |
As an organization, we've grown significantly. significantly by a large amount, or in a way that is easily noticeable |
| 10406 |
Significantly more people are injured at home than at work. significantly by a large amount, or in a way that is easily noticeable |
| 10407 |
Significantly, car thefts in the area have decreased. significantly in a way that is relevant or that has an important effect on something |
| 10408 |
'We'll talk later,' he whispered significantly. significantly in a way that has a special meaning that only some people understand |
| 10409 |
He glanced over his shoulder nervously. glance glance at over toward etc to look somewhere quickly and then look away |
| 10410 |
I glanced up to see Guido watching me from the window. glance to look somewhere quickly and then look away |
| 10411 |
Robin glanced around the room. glance to look somewhere quickly and then look away |
| 10412 |
'I must go,' Claudia said, glancing at her watch. glance to look somewhere quickly and then look away |
| 10413 |
I hadn't even glanced at the report. glance glance at through to read something quickly and not very carefully |
| 10414 |
The other wives cast sidelong glances at me. glance cast shoot throw a glance (at) a quick look at someone or something |
| 10415 |
Rob turned and marched off without a backward glance. glance without a backward glance a quick look at someone or something |
| 10416 |
The girls exchanged nervous glances. glance exchange glances a quick look at someone or something |
| 10417 |
I could see at a glance that it wasn't his own work. glance at a glance if you realize something at a glance, you realize it immediately as soon as you see someone or something |
| 10418 |
She had a quick glance at the newspaper as she gulped down her coffee. glance give take have a glance (at) to read something quickly and not very carefully |
| 10419 |
She tends to dominate the conversation. dominate to control something or someone, often in a negative way, because you have more power or influence |
| 10420 |
As a boy, he was dominated by his mother. dominate to control something or someone, often in a negative way, because you have more power or influence |
| 10421 |
He had been a dominating figure in her life. dominate to control something or someone, often in a negative way, because you have more power or influence |
| 10422 |
The earthquake once again dominated the news. dominate to be the most important issue, activity, problem etc in a particular situation |
| 10423 |
Don't allow the computer to dominate your child's life. dominate to be the most important issue, activity, problem etc in a particular situation |
| 10424 |
Constitutional issues have become the dominating concern over the last few months. dominate to be the most important issue, activity, problem etc in a particular situation |
| 10425 |
Barcelona completely dominated the first half of the match. dominate to play much better than your opponents in a game or sport |
| 10426 |
a little room dominated by a huge fireplace dominate if an object dominates a place, it is so big or high that it is easy to notice |
| 10427 |
Chicago's skyline is dominated by the country's tallest skyscraper. dominate if an object dominates a place, it is so big or high that it is easy to notice |
| 10428 |
Naturally, I was very keen to make a good first impression. naturally as most people would expect or understand |
| 10429 |
His death has naturally come as a shock to us all. naturally as most people would expect or understand |
| 10430 |
Her hair is naturally curly. naturally as a basic quality or feature of someone or something |
| 10431 |
Mendez is a naturally talented player. naturally as a basic quality or feature of someone or something |
| 10432 |
Testosterone is a hormone that occurs naturally in the human body. naturally as a basic quality or feature of someone or something |
| 10433 |
Many herbs grow naturally in poor dry soils. naturally as a basic quality or feature of someone or something |
| 10434 |
Try to act naturally in front of the camera. naturally in a normal or typical manner |
| 10435 |
Visitors to the aviary can observe the birds behaving naturally. naturally in a normal or typical manner |
| 10436 |
I speak Spanish. Would you like me to interpret for you? interpret to translate what someone is saying in one language into another language so that someone else can understand it |
| 10437 |
This move was interpreted in two ways. interpret to understand an action, situation etc in a particular way |
| 10438 |
Political apathy can be interpreted as a sign of satisfaction with the current government. interpret interpret something as something to understand an action, situation etc in a particular way |
| 10439 |
We'll need some help to interpret all this data. interpret to explain the meaning of something |
| 10440 |
If it's too much hassle, we can do it another time. hassle a situation that causes problems for you or that annoys you very much |
| 10441 |
The press has continued to hassle Roberts since the incident. hassle to annoy someone, or to cause problems for them |
| 10442 |
a silver photograph frame frame a structure that forms a border for a picture or mirror and holds it in place |
| 10443 |
The window frames need painting. frame a border around a door or window |
| 10444 |
a kite with a rigid frame frame a structure that forms part of an object and gives it its strength and shape |
| 10445 |
a rusty bed frame frame a structure that forms part of an object and gives it its strength and shape |
| 10446 |
A shiver shook her small frame. frame the particular shape or size of someone's body |
| 10447 |
He is back in the frame for the Norway game on Friday. frame in the frame involved in something, or being considered for something |
| 10448 |
With Steve out of the frame, I knew I had a chance with Sarah. frame out of the frame not involved in something, or not being considered for something |
| 10449 |
That's a nice photo – you ought to have it framed. frame to put a picture or photograph in a frame |
| 10450 |
Long red hair framed her smiling face. frame to form a border around something |
| 10451 |
Many people were involved in framing these proposals. frame to develop or make up something such as a plan or law |
| 10452 |
The judge instructed him to frame the question differently. frame to express something carefully in a particular way |
| 10453 |
We are building an extension on the back of our house. extension an extra room or rooms added to a building |
| 10454 |
He has applied for permission to build a single-storey extension to his house. extension extension to an extra room or rooms added to a building |
| 10455 |
a proposed motorway extension extension a part of a road or railway line added to the existing one |
| 10456 |
What's your extension? extension a telephone line that is one of several lines coming from a main line |
| 10457 |
I'm on extension 334. extension a telephone line that is one of several lines coming from a main line |
| 10458 |
a new extension number extension a telephone line that is one of several lines coming from a main line |
| 10459 |
I'm going to ask for an extension on this essay. extension extension on extra time that you are given to finish a piece of work, especially at college or university |
| 10460 |
Will the bank give you an extension on the loan? extension extension on extra time that you are given to pay money that you owe |
| 10461 |
a visa extension extension extra time that you are given to use a particular legal document or right |
| 10462 |
Brady wants a two-year extension to his contract. extension extension to extra time that you are given to use a particular legal document or right |
| 10463 |
There was a bar extension until midnight. extension extra time that a shop, business, or bar is allowed to stay open |
| 10464 |
Local shops have been granted an extension to opening hours. extension extension to extra time that a shop, business, or bar is allowed to stay open |
| 10465 |
This lead isn't long enough – do you have an extension? extension something that you add to a long thin object to make it able to reach somewhere |
| 10466 |
Business entertainment seems a natural extension of Japan's gift-giving culture. extension extension of something that develops from a particular custom, activity, idea etc |
| 10467 |
He sees local history as an extension of family history. extension something that develops from a particular custom, activity, idea etc |
| 10468 |
His leg was now capable of full extension. extension the action of stretching part of your body |
| 10469 |
the further extension of state control extension extension of an increase in the power of something |
| 10470 |
courses provided through university extension extension in the UK, a system in which students can take courses at a university without being full-time students |
| 10471 |
She hates all businessmen and, by extension, me. extension by extension used for explaining that a particular person or thing is affected by something only because they are connected to what you have just mentioned |
| 10472 |
Add the eggs and mix thoroughly. mix to combine two or more substances so that they become a single substance |
| 10473 |
Mix the flour with the eggs and butter. mix mix something with something to combine two or more substances so that they become a single substance |
| 10474 |
Mix the paint and water together. mix mix something together to combine two or more substances so that they become a single substance |
| 10475 |
Oil and water don't mix. mix if two or more substances mix, they combine and become a single substance |
| 10476 |
a machine for mixing cement mix to make something by combining two or more substances |
| 10477 |
Phil was mixing a cocktail. mix to make something by combining two or more substances |
| 10478 |
In this room, antique and modern furniture have been successfully mixed. mix to combine things such as activities, ideas, or styles |
| 10479 |
a town where sophistication mixes with a vibrant atmosphere mix to combine things such as activities, ideas, or styles |
| 10480 |
The show mixes African rhythms with European dances. mix mix something with something to combine things such as activities, ideas, or styles |
| 10481 |
You need to get out and mix a bit more. mix to meet other people in social situations and talk to them |
| 10482 |
Maria's parents didn't approve of the people she was mixing with. mix mix with to meet other people in social situations and talk to them |
| 10483 |
The party gave me a chance to mix with the other students. mix to meet other people in social situations and talk to them |
| 10484 |
a range of clothes that you can mix and match mix mix and match to choose different things such as clothes, styles, ideas etc and put them together |
| 10485 |
I don't normally like to mix business with pleasure. mix mix business with pleasure to combine work with social activities |
| 10486 |
It's pretty tough mixing it with the world's best players. mix to compete with someone |
| 10487 |
Alcohol and pills don't mix. mix not mix if two things, ideas etc do not mix, they are not a good or sensible combination |
| 10488 |
Drinking and driving do not mix. mix not mix if two things, ideas etc do not mix, they are not a good or sensible combination |
| 10489 |
Alcohol and drugs are a deadly mix. mix a particular combination of objects, qualities, or substances |
| 10490 |
a silk-and-angora-mix sweater mix a particular combination of objects, qualities, or substances |
| 10491 |
He has just the right mix of youth and experience. mix mix of a particular combination of objects, qualities, or substances |
| 10492 |
The town has an odd mix of old and new buildings. mix a particular combination of objects, qualities, or substances |
| 10493 |
There was a good mix of people at the party. mix mix of a combination of different types of people who form a group |
| 10494 |
The US has a far greater ethnic mix than Britain. mix ethnic racial social mix a combination of different types of people who form a group |
| 10495 |
Add the water and give it a good mix. mix an act of mixing something |
| 10496 |
a cake mix mix a powder that you buy and mix with liquid to make a particular type of food |
| 10497 |
I enjoy working there – everyone is so friendly. friendly someone who is friendly is always pleasant and helpful towards other people |
| 10498 |
He will be remembered as a kind, friendly person. friendly someone who is friendly is always pleasant and helpful towards other people |
| 10499 |
The local people went out of their way to be friendly towards us. friendly friendly towards to someone who is friendly is always pleasant and helpful towards other people |
| 10500 |
The receptionist greeted us with a friendly smile. friendly a friendly smile manner welcome used about people's behaviour |
| 10501 |
There's a warm and friendly atmosphere in the pub. friendly used about places and situations |
| 10502 |
It's not a very friendly city. friendly used about places and situations |
| 10503 |
Janet and I used to be very friendly (=friends with each other). friendly if you are friendly with someone, you are their friend |
| 10504 |
Doctors shouldn't get too friendly with their patients. friendly friendly with if you are friendly with someone, you are their friend |
| 10505 |
We parted on friendly terms. friendly on friendly terms if you are friendly with someone, you are their friend |
| 10506 |
Moscow Dynamo came and played Walsall in a friendly match. friendly a friendly game is not part of a competition but is played for fun or to practise skills |
| 10507 |
There was a friendly rivalry between them. friendly used for saying that people compete with each other but are friends |
| 10508 |
To the Allies, Switzerland was a friendly neutral country. friendly a friendly country or government has a good relationship with your country and is not your enemy |
| 10509 |
The new country hopes to establish friendly relations with all its neighbours. friendly a friendly country or government has a good relationship with your country and is not your enemy |
| 10510 |
friendly aircraft friendly on the same side as you in a war |
| 10511 |
the campaign for wildlife-friendly farming #NAME? sometimes used with nouns to make a new adjective meaning that something helps or does not harm a particular type of person or thing |
| 10512 |
Science teachers need to take a more girl-friendly approach (=that helps girls to be interested in science). #NAME? sometimes used with nouns to make a new adjective meaning that something helps or does not harm a particular type of person or thing |
| 10513 |
He never acknowledges his mistakes (=admits that he has made them). acknowledge to accept or admit that something exists, is true, or is real |
| 10514 |
She won't acknowledge that there's a problem. acknowledge acknowledge that to accept or admit that something exists, is true, or is real |
| 10515 |
Wimbledon is widely acknowledged as being the premier tennis tournament. acknowledge acknowledge something as being to be something to know or recognize that someone or something is important |
| 10516 |
Unfortunately, we cannot acknowledge all the letters we receive. acknowledge to let someone know that you have received something they sent you |
| 10517 |
We will acknowledge receipt of your order if requested. acknowledge acknowledge receipt of something to let someone know that you have received something they sent you |
| 10518 |
We gratefully acknowledge the contributions of everyone who helped us. acknowledge to thank someone for something they have done or given you, especially in writing or by saying it publicly |
| 10519 |
They barely acknowledge each other in public. acknowledge to show that you have seen someone or that you recognize them, for example by smiling or speaking to them |
| 10520 |
James acknowledged his lawyer's presence with a small nod. acknowledge acknowledge someone's presence to show that you have seen someone or that you recognize them, for example by smiling or speaking to them |
| 10521 |
She stood back and acknowledged the applause of the crowd. acknowledge to show that you are grateful to people who are clapping or cheering for you by waving your hand, nodding your head etc |
| 10522 |
New statistics show the economy is continuing to grow. statistic a group of numbers that represent facts or that describe a situation |
| 10523 |
Official statistics underestimate the actual level of crime. statistic a group of numbers that represent facts or that describe a situation |
| 10524 |
statistics on household expenditure statistic statistic on a group of numbers that represent facts or that describe a situation |
| 10525 |
a degree in economics and statistics statistic the science of using numbers to represent facts and describe situations |
| 10526 |
Manchester United have not won the title for 25 years, a staggering statistic for such a strong club. statistic a number that represents a fact or describes a situation |
| 10527 |
To them, I'm just another statistic in the unemployment figures. statistic a person considered as a number, not as an individual |
| 10528 |
Drive carefully! Don't become a statistic (=one of the total number of people killed on the roads each year). statistic become a statistic a person considered as a number, not as an individual |
| 10529 |
Where do we go to register? register to put your name and other information on an official list in order to be allowed to vote, study, stay in a hotel etc |
| 10530 |
Have you registered for the English exam yet? register register for to put your name and other information on an official list in order to be allowed to vote, study, stay in a hotel etc |
| 10531 |
When you move house, you need to register with a local doctor. register register with to put your name and other information on an official list in order to be allowed to vote, study, stay in a hotel etc |
| 10532 |
The company was originally registered in 1856. register to put information about someone or something on an official list |
| 10533 |
Births must be registered within 42 days. register to put information about someone or something on an official list |
| 10534 |
an earthquake registering 5.1 on the Richter scale register to show as a particular measurement on a piece of equipment |
| 10535 |
She did tell me she'd be out, but it didn't register. register to realize or notice something |
| 10536 |
Austin stared at him, as if registering his presence for the first time. register to realize or notice something |
| 10537 |
George's look registered his confusion. register to show your feelings about something in your face or voice |
| 10538 |
demonstrators seeking to register a protest against the new law register to make your opinion known publicly or officially |
| 10539 |
I decided to register a complaint with the manager. register to make your opinion known publicly or officially |
| 10540 |
City registered their fourth successive home win. register to achieve something in a game or competition |
| 10541 |
the register of births, deaths, and marriages register an official list or record of a particular type of thing |
| 10542 |
At 9 o'clock the teacher calls the register (=checks to see which children are present by reading out their names). register an official list or record of a particular type of thing |
| 10543 |
All new guests must sign the hotel register. register a book in which someone keeps lists or records |
| 10544 |
The murder sparked off events leading to the overthrow of the regime. regime a government that controls a country, especially in a strict or unfair way |
| 10545 |
a military regime regime a system or form of government |
| 10546 |
Investors will benefit from recent changes in the tax regime. regime a system of rules that control something |
| 10547 |
a merry laugh merry happy and lively |
| 10548 |
the merry month of May merry making you feel happy and lively |
| 10549 |
People tend to just go on their merry way until something goes wrong. merry go on your merry way to continue doing something without thinking about other possibilities |
| 10550 |
She was leading journalists a merry dance about her wedding day. merry lead someone a merry dance to deliberately waste someone's time and cause them trouble |
| 10551 |
It's my fault – I forgot to give him the message. fault be someone's fault the fact of being responsible for a bad or unpleasant situation |
| 10552 |
It's not my fault that we're late. fault be someone's fault (that) the fact of being responsible for a bad or unpleasant situation |
| 10553 |
If you didn't get enough sleep, it's your own fault. fault be someone's own fault the fact of being responsible for a bad or unpleasant situation |
| 10554 |
We've missed the plane and it's all your fault! fault be all someone's fault the fact of being responsible for a bad or unpleasant situation |
| 10555 |
It was partly the teacher's fault for not explaining things clearly enough. fault be someone's fault for doing something the fact of being responsible for a bad or unpleasant situation |
| 10556 |
He seems to have lost the job through no fault of his own. fault through no fault of your own the fact of being responsible for a bad or unpleasant situation |
| 10557 |
If a child does not attend school, the fault lies with the parent. fault the fault lies with the fact of being responsible for a bad or unpleasant situation |
| 10558 |
The book's main fault is that it is too long. fault a feature of something that makes it less good |
| 10559 |
For all its faults, it is still the best small car on the market. fault for all something's faults (=despite them) a feature of something that makes it less good |
| 10560 |
An engineer was called out to repair a fault in the alarm system. fault fault in a problem with a machine or piece of equipment that stops it from working correctly |
| 10561 |
The fire was caused by an electrical fault. fault an electrical mechanical technical fault a problem with a machine or piece of equipment that stops it from working correctly |
| 10562 |
She has her faults, but on the whole she's very nice. fault a bad part of someone's character |
| 10563 |
For all his faults, he's been a very good friend to me. fault for all someone's faults (=despite them) a bad part of someone's character |
| 10564 |
Clothes with faults are sold off cheaply through market stalls. fault a small mistake in a product that spoils its appearance slightly and makes it less than perfect |
| 10565 |
a geological fault fault a crack on or below the Earth's surface |
| 10566 |
the San Andreas Fault fault a crack on or below the Earth's surface |
| 10567 |
When a marriage breaks up it is very hard to say who is at fault. fault at fault responsible for a bad or unpleasant situation |
| 10568 |
The teacher was at fault for not telling the child's parents. fault at fault responsible for a bad or unpleasant situation |
| 10569 |
It's demoralizing to work for someone who constantly finds fault with you. fault find fault with to criticize someone or something, often after deliberately looking for mistakes |
| 10570 |
He's a very kind-hearted man, and generous to a fault. fault be generous loyal honest etc to a fault used for emphasizing that someone or something has a particular good quality to a very great degree |
| 10571 |
I can't fault the players for effort and commitment. fault to find something bad or wrong in a person or thing |
| 10572 |
Sophie's performance was difficult to fault. fault be hard difficult to fault to find something bad or wrong in a person or thing |
| 10573 |
a territorial dispute between rival gangs dispute dispute between a serious disagreement, especially one between groups of people that lasts for a long time |
| 10574 |
a dispute over pay dispute dispute over a serious disagreement, especially one between groups of people that lasts for a long time |
| 10575 |
Monroe's behaviour eventually led to a dispute with the referee. dispute dispute with a serious disagreement, especially one between groups of people that lasts for a long time |
| 10576 |
The main part of his argument was beyond dispute. dispute beyond dispute impossible to disagree with |
| 10577 |
Clerical workers found themselves in bitter dispute with the hospital management. dispute in dispute with involved in a public disagreement about something |
| 10578 |
We are in dispute over the terms and conditions of his employment. dispute in dispute over involved in a public disagreement about something |
| 10579 |
The facts in this case are not in dispute. dispute if facts are in dispute, people disagree about them |
| 10580 |
It is not in dispute that Mr Turner has suffered serious injuries. dispute if facts are in dispute, people disagree about them |
| 10581 |
The truth of his account is open to dispute. dispute open to dispute if something is open to dispute, people disagree about it |
| 10582 |
They do not dispute the fact that the company is in trouble. dispute to say that something such as a fact is not true or correct |
| 10583 |
He disputed claims that the drug had not been adequately tested. dispute to say that something such as a fact is not true or correct |
| 10584 |
The outcome of the election was immediately disputed by the opposition parties. dispute to argue about something |
| 10585 |
We should cut the grass before it starts raining. grass a very common plant with thin green leaves that covers the ground. A single piece of grass is called a blade of grass |
| 10586 |
Stephen was lying full length on the grass. grass a very common plant with thin green leaves that covers the ground. A single piece of grass is called a blade of grass |
| 10587 |
tall flowering grasses grass a particular type of grass |
| 10588 |
He has proved he can play on grass. grass a tennis court made of grass |
| 10589 |
a grass verge grass covered with or made of grass |
| 10590 |
a grass skirt grass covered with or made of grass |
| 10591 |
He was too loyal to grass on his own brother. grass grass on to tell someone in authority, especially the police, about something bad that someone else has done |
| 10592 |
He closed the door quietly behind him. quietly in a way that does not make much noise |
| 10593 |
'Listen,' she said quietly, 'I want to tell you something.' quietly in a quiet voice |
| 10594 |
Sandra stood by, quietly amused. quietly in a way that is not obvious to other people |
| 10595 |
Two embassy employees had been quietly recalled because of spying allegations. quietly in a way that is not obvious to other people |
| 10596 |
I am quietly confident that we will win this match. quietly quietly confident in a way that is not obvious to other people |
| 10597 |
They are quietly optimistic about their chances of success. quietly quietly optimistic in a way that is not obvious to other people |
| 10598 |
The number of people buying their own homes has declined. decline to become less or worse |
| 10599 |
In many cases living standards are declining. decline to become less or worse |
| 10600 |
Share prices declined sharply last week. decline decline steadily sharply rapidly dramatically to become less or worse |
| 10601 |
We asked her to the reception, but she declined the invitation. decline decline an offer invitation to say politely that you will not accept something or do something |
| 10602 |
They offered to fly him to Brussels, but he declined. decline to say politely that you will not accept something or do something |
| 10603 |
The minister declined to comment on the rumours. decline decline to do something to say politely that you will not accept something or do something |
| 10604 |
There has been a steady decline in public services over recent years. decline decline in a reduction in the amount or quality of something |
| 10605 |
a sharp decline in share prices decline a sharp steep dramatic decline a reduction in the amount or quality of something |
| 10606 |
an effort to halt the economic decline of the region decline economic moral decline a reduction in the amount or quality of something |
| 10607 |
The industry has now fallen into a decline. decline fall go slip into a decline a reduction in the amount or quality of something |
| 10608 |
Agriculture is in decline in many Third World countries. decline in decline a reduction in the amount or quality of something |
| 10609 |
Thankfully, this is a disease that is now on the decline. decline on the decline a reduction in the amount or quality of something |
| 10610 |
The minister dismissed claims that he had accepted bribes. dismiss to refuse to accept that something might be true or important |
| 10611 |
We should not dismiss these ideas just because they are unfamiliar. dismiss to refuse to accept that something might be true or important |
| 10612 |
Their evidence was dismissed as completely worthless. dismiss dismiss something as something to refuse to accept that something might be true or important |
| 10613 |
The theory cannot be dismissed out of hand. dismiss dismiss something out of hand (=without considering it) to refuse to accept that something might be true or important |
| 10614 |
Edwards claimed that he had been unfairly dismissed. dismiss to force someone to leave their job |
| 10615 |
He was dismissed for gross misconduct. dismiss dismiss someone for something to force someone to leave their job |
| 10616 |
Jackson was dismissed from her job because of the allegations. dismiss dismiss someone from something to force someone to leave their job |
| 10617 |
Judge Helman dismissed the jury after they failed to reach a verdict. dismiss to officially tell people that they can leave a place |
| 10618 |
The class is dismissed. dismiss to officially tell people that they can leave a place |
| 10619 |
The case was dismissed because of a lack of evidence. dismiss if a judge dismisses a court case, they officially decide that the case should not continue |
| 10620 |
The court dismissed his appeal. dismiss if a judge dismisses a court case, they officially decide that the case should not continue |
| 10621 |
Please allow ten days for delivery. delivery the process of bringing goods or letters to a place |
| 10622 |
They haven't made regular deliveries for a week. delivery the process of bringing goods or letters to a place |
| 10623 |
We offer free delivery within the US. delivery free delivery the process of bringing goods or letters to a place |
| 10624 |
We have recently taken delivery of two new computers. delivery take accept delivery of something the process of bringing goods or letters to a place |
| 10625 |
The last delivery was damaged. delivery goods that are brought to a place |
| 10626 |
We need to improve delivery of health care. delivery delivery of the process of providing a service |
| 10627 |
She had a relatively easy delivery. delivery the process of giving birth to a baby |
| 10628 |
desktop delivery mechanisms delivery the process of providing information through a computer |
| 10629 |
You need to work on your delivery. delivery the way in which someone speaks in public |
| 10630 |
The students started booing as soon as Ross opened his mouth. boo to shout at a speaker or performer, to show that you disagree with them or that you think they are not very good |
| 10631 |
'It's far too hot,' she complained. complain to say that you are not satisfied with something |
| 10632 |
What are you complaining about? complain complain about to say that you are not satisfied with something |
| 10633 |
She complained that she never had any time to herself. complain complain (that) to say that you are not satisfied with something |
| 10634 |
He threatened to complain to the boss. complain complain to to say that you are not satisfied with something |
| 10635 |
Public opinion had shifted sharply to the left following the war. shift if an idea, attitude, or plan shifts, or if someone shifts it, it changes |
| 10636 |
Most newspapers have shifted their ground considerably on this issue. shift shift your ground if an idea, attitude, or plan shifts, or if someone shifts it, it changes |
| 10637 |
The government has shifted its attention away from the fight against crime. shift shift attention focus emphasis if an idea, attitude, or plan shifts, or if someone shifts it, it changes |
| 10638 |
Britain's focus is shifting back towards its old partners in Europe. shift if an idea, attitude, or plan shifts, or if someone shifts it, it changes |
| 10639 |
She shifted smoothly into third gear as we went into the bend. shift to change from one gear to another when you are driving a car |
| 10640 |
They want to shift the blame for rising unemployment onto the recession. shift shift blame responsibility to make someone or something else responsible for something, especially when this is unfair |
| 10641 |
The children are shifting uncomfortably in their seats. shift to move your body or a part of your body slightly, for example because you are bored |
| 10642 |
Martha shifted her weight from foot to foot. shift shift your weight to move your body or a part of your body slightly, for example because you are bored |
| 10643 |
We'll need to shift this table over to the wall. shift to move an object from one place to another |
| 10644 |
The wall is shifting a couple of inches every year. shift if things such as land or buildings shift, or if something shifts them, they move slightly |
| 10645 |
She stared at him, then shifted her gaze to the suitcase on the bed. shift shift your eyes gaze to move your eyes in order to look at something else |
| 10646 |
None of the medicines I've taken have shifted this cold. shift to get rid of something |
| 10647 |
There's still a stain on the carpet that I can't shift. shift to get rid of something |
| 10648 |
The supermarkets shift more wine in a weekend than we do all year. shift to sell something |
| 10649 |
The team will need to shift gears and play at a higher level than before. shift shift gears to start thinking or acting in a new way, especially more quickly than before |
| 10650 |
a 12-hour shift shift a period of work time in a factory, hospital, or other place where some people work during the day and some work at night |
| 10651 |
Rudolfo works the day shift. shift day night evening etc shift a period of work time in a factory, hospital, or other place where some people work during the day and some work at night |
| 10652 |
the government's latest major policy shift shift a change in something, for example in someone's ideas or opinions |
| 10653 |
Companies were reacting too slowly to shifts in consumer demand. shift shift in a change in something, for example in someone's ideas or opinions |
| 10654 |
There has been a recent shift towards involving more laypeople in decision making. shift shift towards a change in something, for example in someone's ideas or opinions |
| 10655 |
At dusk they docked at the port of Monaco. port an area of water where ships stop, including the buildings around it. A harbour is the same thing but smaller and is intended for smaller boats |
| 10656 |
We'll have to spend 10 days in port for repairs. port in port an area of water where ships stop, including the buildings around it. A harbour is the same thing but smaller and is intended for smaller boats |
| 10657 |
New York is the busiest port on the East Coast. port a city where there is a port |
| 10658 |
the printer port port a part of a computer that you fit a cable into so that you can connect another piece of equipment to it |
| 10659 |
It's not an ideal solution, but any port in a storm. port any port in a storm used for saying that you will accept any help or take any opportunity if you are in a bad situation |
| 10660 |
a sandy beach beach an area of sand or small stones beside the sea or a lake |
| 10661 |
I like the kind of holiday where I can sit on the beach for a week and do nothing. beach an area of sand or small stones beside the sea or a lake |
| 10662 |
a parcel tied with string string thin rope, usually made of twisted fibres and used for tying things together |
| 10663 |
a piece of string string thin rope, usually made of twisted fibres and used for tying things together |
| 10664 |
The balloon was attached to a long string. string thin rope, usually made of twisted fibres and used for tying things together |
| 10665 |
a string of islands string string of a group of similar or connected things |
| 10666 |
A string of cars travelled up the narrow mountain road. string a group of similar or connected things |
| 10667 |
He owns a string of restaurants in Wales. string a group of similar or connected things |
| 10668 |
I was confronted by a string of questions. string a string of questions lies insults a group of similar or connected things |
| 10669 |
A string of fires plagued the area last summer. string a series of similar or connected events that happen one after the other |
| 10670 |
The team had a string of 13 wins last season. string a series of similar or connected events that happen one after the other |
| 10671 |
guitar violin harp strings string one of several long pieces of nylon, wire, or another substance stretched across a musical instrument, and used for producing sounds |
| 10672 |
Strings of damp hair clung to her forehead. string something long and thin that is similar to a string |
| 10673 |
He made the second string on the baseball team. string first second string a group of players of the same level of ability |
| 10674 |
If there are any strings involved, I'm really not interested. string special conditions that limit an offer or agreement |
| 10675 |
The money was given with no strings attached. string no strings attached special conditions that limit an offer or agreement |
| 10676 |
To survive as an actor you need more than one string to your bow. string have more than one string to your bow to have more than one plan, idea, or skill if the first one is not successful |
| 10677 |
The children sat on the floor stringing beads. string to pass a string through several things in order to make a chain |
| 10678 |
She strung a hammock between two trees. string to hang something between two objects |
| 10679 |
Lights were strung all around the patio. string string something on around along across something to hang things in a line |
| 10680 |
What's the depth of the water here? depth depth of the distance from the top to the bottom of something, for example the sea, a river, or a hole |
| 10681 |
The pool ranges from 1 to 4 metres in depth. depth in depth the distance from the top to the bottom of something, for example the sea, a river, or a hole |
| 10682 |
Pour oil into a pan to a depth of 1 inch. depth to at a depth of the distance from the top to the bottom of something, for example the sea, a river, or a hole |
| 10683 |
Measure the width and depth of the shelf. depth depth of the distance from the front to the back of something, for example a cupboard or drawer |
| 10684 |
Any small object would be difficult to find because of the depth of the water. depth the fact that something is very deep or very long from front to back |
| 10685 |
His earlier albums were very popular but lacked depth. depth interesting qualities or ideas that are not immediately obvious |
| 10686 |
She obviously had hidden depths of talent. depth hidden depths interesting qualities or ideas that are not immediately obvious |
| 10687 |
I was impressed by the depth of his understanding. depth depth of the great amount of knowledge or information that a person has or a piece of writing contains |
| 10688 |
The newspaper is proud of the depth of its coverage of international affairs. depth the great amount of knowledge or information that a person has or a piece of writing contains |
| 10689 |
These latest figures have confirmed the depth of the economic recession. depth depth of the great importance or seriousness of a situation |
| 10690 |
I found it hard to understand the depth of her love for this man. depth depth of the great strength of a feeling |
| 10691 |
The plant produces flowers with a wonderful depth of colour. depth depth of the very bright quality of a colour |
| 10692 |
his unmistakable voice with its depth and richness depth the low and loud quality of a sound |
| 10693 |
a village in the depths of the forest depth a place that is very far away or very far inside an area |
| 10694 |
She was in the depths of despair. depth the most severe part of an unpleasant time, feeling, or situation |
| 10695 |
the depths of winter depth the most severe part of an unpleasant time, feeling, or situation |
| 10696 |
This subject will be covered in depth next term. depth in depth in a very detailed way and giving a lot of information |
| 10697 |
We discussed the issue in some depth. depth in depth in a very detailed way and giving a lot of information |
| 10698 |
Children should be supervised when out of their depth. depth not able to keep your head above water when your feet are touching the bottom of a swimming pool, the sea etc |
| 10699 |
Her boss seemed to be out of his depth. depth in a situation that you cannot deal with because it is too difficult or dangerous |
| 10700 |
Local residents should contact the police if they notice anything unusual. unusual not normal, common, or ordinary |
| 10701 |
You're in a very unusual situation. unusual not normal, common, or ordinary |
| 10702 |
It's unusual to find so many different plants in one garden. unusual it is unusual to do something not normal, common, or ordinary |
| 10703 |
It's most unusual for Sue to get so angry. unusual it is unusual for someone to do something not normal, common, or ordinary |
| 10704 |
There's nothing unusual about this man's appearance. unusual nothing unusual not normal, common, or ordinary |
| 10705 |
The designers have chosen unusual colour combinations. unusual different from other people or things in a way that is interesting, attractive, or impressive |
| 10706 |
Ewing is a player of unusual talent. unusual different from other people or things in a way that is interesting, attractive, or impressive |
| 10707 |
He's training to be an airline pilot. pilot someone who flies an aircraft |
| 10708 |
a pilot study project pilot done in one place or with only a few people in order to find out if something will be successful or popular |
| 10709 |
The programme will initially be piloted in four schools. pilot to try something with a small group of people to find out if it would be successful or popular |
| 10710 |
In 1980, he piloted the Wildlife and Countryside Bill through the House of Commons. pilot to make sure that something such as a new law is introduced or accepted |
| 10711 |
Our advisers are here to pilot members through the new procedure. pilot to give someone advice or instructions that help them to do something |
| 10712 |
The firm has an obligation to its customers. obligation have an obligation to someone something something that you must do for legal or moral reasons |
| 10713 |
Buyers have no legal obligation to disclose personal financial information. obligation obligation to do something something that you must do for legal or moral reasons |
| 10714 |
The council has failed to fulfil its statutory obligation to the public. obligation meet honour fulfil an obligation something that you must do for legal or moral reasons |
| 10715 |
Estimates are available on request, without obligation. obligation without (any) obligation something that you must do for legal or moral reasons |
| 10716 |
She felt a certain obligation towards him because of everything he had done for her in the past. obligation obligation to towards a grateful feeling that you have towards someone who has done something for you |
| 10717 |
Emma felt a tremendous sense of obligation towards her sister. obligation sense of obligation a grateful feeling that you have towards someone who has done something for you |
| 10718 |
The court held that the bank was under an obligation to return the deposit. obligation under an obligation to do something forced to do something for legal or moral reasons |
| 10719 |
Our client is under no obligation to accept your offer. obligation forced to do something for legal or moral reasons |
| 10720 |
Local authorities should be placed under an obligation to complete the work. obligation place put someone under an obligation forced to do something for legal or moral reasons |
| 10721 |
I just don't want to be under an obligation to him. obligation under an obligation to feeling grateful towards someone who has done something for you |
| 10722 |
a gene for breast cancer (=that makes you likely to get it) gene gene for a pattern of chemicals within a cell that carries information about the qualities passed to a living thing from its parents |
| 10723 |
He believes that shyness is in the genes. gene in the genes (=passed through the genes) a pattern of chemicals within a cell that carries information about the qualities passed to a living thing from its parents |
| 10724 |
It has pretty pale yellow flowers in early spring. yellow something that is yellow is the same colour as the middle of an egg |
| 10725 |
I knew you were quiet, but I didn't know you were yellow. yellow not brave |
| 10726 |
Michael's teeth had yellowed over time. yellow to become less white and more yellow, for example because of age or damage by the sun |
| 10727 |
the painter's use of yellow yellow the colour of the middle of an egg |
| 10728 |
The country became a republic in 1970. republic a country that is ruled by a president or other leader that people vote for, rather than by a king or queen |
| 10729 |
The kids jumped out of the shadows, trying to scare us. shadow an area of darkness that is created when something blocks light |
| 10730 |
Even on a bright day, the room was in shadow. shadow in shadow an area of darkness that is created when something blocks light |
| 10731 |
The trees cast long, scary shadows in the evening light. shadow a dark shape made on a surface when someone or something is between that surface and a light |
| 10732 |
The dogs are always trying to chase their own shadows. shadow a dark shape made on a surface when someone or something is between that surface and a light |
| 10733 |
She stood outside in the shadow of a large pine tree. shadow in the shadow of something a dark shape made on a surface when someone or something is between that surface and a light |
| 10734 |
He's always lived in the shadow of his brother. shadow be live in someone's shadow to feel or seem unsuccessful in comparison to someone who is very successful |
| 10735 |
I knew beyond a shadow of a doubt that something bad had happened. shadow beyond without a shadow of a doubt used for saying that you are completely certain of something |
| 10736 |
aides working in the shadow of senior officials shadow feeling the negative influence of someone or something powerful or famous |
| 10737 |
in the shadow of a new millennium shadow near in time or space to something |
| 10738 |
The farm sits in the shadow of Ben Nevis. shadow near in time or space to something |
| 10739 |
After his illness, John was a mere shadow of his former self. shadow a shadow of your former self less healthy or happy than you were in previous times |
| 10740 |
These countries will need assistance as they emerge from the shadows of war. shadow the shadow shadows of something the problems, sadness, trouble etc caused by a particular situation or event |
| 10741 |
the shadow of terrorism shadow the shadow shadows of something the problems, sadness, trouble etc caused by a particular situation or event |
| 10742 |
the shadow chancellor minister shadow used for showing what position a member of the UK parliament would hold if their political party were in power |
| 10743 |
Guards shadowed the escaped prisoners for several miles before capturing them. shadow to follow someone wherever they go, especially secretly |
| 10744 |
A large hat shadowed her eyes. shadow to stop light from getting to something |
| 10745 |
Dear Diana, I hope you're feeling better now. dear used in front of someone's name at the beginning of a letter to them |
| 10746 |
She is a very dear friend of mine. dear a dear friend loved or liked very much |
| 10747 |
You are both very dear to me. dear dear to someone loved or liked very much |
| 10748 |
Their products are good quality, but a bit dear. dear expensive |
| 10749 |
I'm afraid you're wrong, dear boy. dear used for speaking to someone in a friendly way or in a way that shows that you think you are better or more important than them |
| 10750 |
Raymond is a dear sweet man! dear dear little sweet old etc nice. People who use this word usually do not sound sincere |
| 10751 |
Education is a subject that is very dear to the Prime Minister's heart. dear be dear to someone's heart if something is dear to someone's heart, they are very interested in it and care a lot about it |
| 10752 |
Dear God, what is the matter now? dear dear God used for expressing strong emotion, especially anger or shock |
| 10753 |
Dear Sirs, I am writing to complain about your telephone helpline. dear Dear Sir Sirs Madam used at the beginning of a very formal letter, for example to a company or to someone you have never met |
| 10754 |
He clung on to the edge of the cliff for dear life. dear for dear life using all your strength, speed, or determination in order to avoid danger or serious trouble |
| 10755 |
This is a mistake that could cost the company dear. dear cost someone dear to cause a lot of problems for someone, or to make them lose a lot of money |
| 10756 |
Oh dear, I'm afraid I've spilt your coffee. dear oh dear used when you are upset, disappointed, annoyed, worried, or surprised about something bad that has happened or something wrong that you have done |
| 10757 |
Oh dear, what's the matter? dear oh dear used when you are upset, disappointed, annoyed, worried, or surprised about something bad that has happened or something wrong that you have done |
| 10758 |
Dear me, that's not a very nice thing to say! dear (oh) dear me old-fashioned used when you are upset, disappointed, annoyed, worried, or surprised about something bad that has happened or something wrong that you have done |
| 10759 |
Dear, oh dear, I didn't realize it was that serious! dear dear, oh dear old-fashioned used when you are upset, disappointed, annoyed, worried, or surprised about something bad that has happened or something wrong that you have done |
| 10760 |
Dear, dear, is that what you really believe? dear dear, dear old-fashioned used when you are upset, disappointed, annoyed, worried, or surprised about something bad that has happened or something wrong that you have done |
| 10761 |
Have you had a nice day, dear? dear used for talking to someone you love or are friendly with |
| 10762 |
You mustn't worry, my dear. Everything's going to be all right. dear my dear used for talking to someone you love or are friendly with |
| 10763 |
Be careful on those steps, dear. dear used for talking in a friendly way to someone whose name you do not know |
| 10764 |
She's a lovely person – an absolute dear. dear someone who is nice, generous, and helpful to others |
| 10765 |
Be a dear and go and get my glasses for me, will you? dear be a dear and do something someone who is nice, generous, and helpful to others |
| 10766 |
the ability to analyse and evaluate information analyse to study or examine something in detail in order to understand or explain it |
| 10767 |
Scientists analysed samples of leaves taken from the area. analyse to study or examine something in detail in order to find out what it contains |
| 10768 |
I always feel like he's trying to analyse me. analyse to examine someone's thoughts, feelings, and behaviour as a way of understanding and dealing with their emotional or mental problems |
| 10769 |
Have you got your driving licence yet? licence an official document that gives someone permission to do or use something |
| 10770 |
He was charged with possessing a shotgun without a licence. licence an official document that gives someone permission to do or use something |
| 10771 |
Anyone caught driving dangerously will automatically lose their licence. licence lose your licence (=be no longer allowed to do something) an official document that gives someone permission to do or use something |
| 10772 |
The designers were allowed great licence to let their imaginations run. licence freedom to say or do what you want |
| 10773 |
Being angry doesn't give you licence to treat others so rudely. licence freedom to say or do what you want |
| 10774 |
poetic licence licence freedom in art or literature to do things that are not traditional, real, or accurate in order to create impressive effects |
| 10775 |
Police have described this latest legislation as a licence to steal. licence a licence to do something permission to do something that is wrong or illegal |
| 10776 |
He never travels anywhere without his camera. anywhere used instead of 'somewhere' when you are saying whether someone or something exists in even one place or goes to even one place |
| 10777 |
Did you go anywhere interesting? anywhere used instead of 'somewhere' when you are saying whether someone or something exists in even one place or goes to even one place |
| 10778 |
Is there anywhere where I could hire a bike? anywhere used instead of 'somewhere' when you are saying whether someone or something exists in even one place or goes to even one place |
| 10779 |
These giant tortoises are not found anywhere else in the world. anywhere anywhere else used instead of 'somewhere' when you are saying whether someone or something exists in even one place or goes to even one place |
| 10780 |
If you see my keys lying around anywhere, put them on my desk. anywhere used when you are not referring to one particular place, because what you are saying applies to every place |
| 10781 |
You can sit anywhere you like. anywhere used when you are not referring to one particular place, because what you are saying applies to every place |
| 10782 |
He was prepared to travel anywhere in the world in search of adventure. anywhere used when you are not referring to one particular place, because what you are saying applies to every place |
| 10783 |
A headteacher can earn anywhere between 25,000 and 80,000 a year, depending on the size of the school. anywhere anywhere between used for saying that a number or amount is within a particular range, when you cannot give a single exact figure |
| 10784 |
The journey can take anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour. anywhere anywhere from...to used for saying that a number or amount is within a particular range, when you cannot give a single exact figure |
| 10785 |
So far, Jack doesn't seem to be getting anywhere with his writing career. anywhere not be getting going anywhere with on to not be making any progress, or to not be likely to achieve anything |
| 10786 |
It is clear that Parliament is not going anywhere on social reform. anywhere not be getting going anywhere to not be making any progress, or to not be likely to achieve anything |
| 10787 |
Losing your temper won't get you anywhere. anywhere not get someone anywhere used for saying that a particular action or type of behaviour does not help someone to achieve anything |
| 10788 |
Several of those interviewed used the phrase 'being one's own boss'. phrase a group of words that are used together in a fixed expression |
| 10789 |
the ways in which words combine to form phrases and sentences phrase a group of words that form a unit within a clause (=a group of words containing a subject and verb) |
| 10790 |
the long melodic phrases of Dvorak's American String Quartet phrase a series of musical notes that are part of a piece of music |
| 10791 |
I mentally phrased the letter I would send him. phrase to express something in a particular way in speech or writing |
| 10792 |
a bowl of strawberries and cream strawberry a small soft red fruit with a lot of very small seeds on its skin |
| 10793 |
strawberry jam strawberry a small soft red fruit with a lot of very small seeds on its skin |
| 10794 |
a good long-term investment long-term continuing to exist, be relevant, or have an effect for a long time in the future |
| 10795 |
a long-term anti-inflation strategy long-term continuing to exist, be relevant, or have an effect for a long time in the future |
| 10796 |
long-term benefits consequences long-term continuing to exist, be relevant, or have an effect for a long time in the future |
| 10797 |
the burden of long-term debt long-term having existed for a long time and unlikely to change |
| 10798 |
The jet crashed soon after takeoff, killing all the passengers and crew. crew the people who work on a ship, aircraft etc: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 10799 |
a film crew crew a group of people with a particular skill who work together: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 10800 |
an ambulance crew crew a group of people with a particular skill who work together: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 10801 |
They spoke to the leader and his crew. crew a group of people |
| 10802 |
Films like these attract a motley crew of enthusiasts. crew a motley crew (=a strange mixture of people of different types) a group of people |
| 10803 |
Five lucky winners will each receive 1,000. lucky if you are lucky, something good happens to you as a result of luck |
| 10804 |
None of his sisters had been lucky with men. lucky if you are lucky, something good happens to you as a result of luck |
| 10805 |
You're lucky that he was there. lucky lucky (that) if you are lucky, something good happens to you as a result of luck |
| 10806 |
It's lucky that I arrived when I did. lucky it is lucky (that) if you are lucky, something good happens to you as a result of luck |
| 10807 |
You're really lucky to be alive. lucky be lucky to do something if you are lucky, something good happens to you as a result of luck |
| 10808 |
Count yourself lucky you still have a home to go to. lucky count consider yourself lucky if you are lucky, something good happens to you as a result of luck |
| 10809 |
Germany won the match on a lucky goal. lucky happening as a result of good luck and not because of anything that you do |
| 10810 |
You had a lucky escape. lucky happening as a result of good luck and not because of anything that you do |
| 10811 |
His first lucky break was meeting a famous film producer. lucky lucky break (=a chance that brings you success) happening as a result of good luck and not because of anything that you do |
| 10812 |
a lucky charm lucky bringing you good luck |
| 10813 |
Three is my lucky number. lucky bringing you good luck |
| 10814 |
I played my best tennis for a long, long time, but I also got lucky. lucky to be successful because of good luck |
| 10815 |
'Richard's coming to visit you.' 'Oh, lucky me!' lucky lucky (old) you me etc used for saying that something good has happened or will happen. This expression often shows that, in fact, you think something is bad |
| 10816 |
You'll be lucky to get a taxi at this time of night. lucky you'll be lucky used for saying that something is unlikely to happen |
| 10817 |
By Sunday, electricity had been restored. restore to cause a particular situation to exist again, especially a positive one |
| 10818 |
The lesson continued when order had been restored. restore restore order peace calm to cause a particular situation to exist again, especially a positive one |
| 10819 |
Every effort was made to get peace restored to the area. restore restore something to something to cause a particular situation to exist again, especially a positive one |
| 10820 |
New York became the 38th state to restore the death penalty. restore to start using something such as a law or custom again |
| 10821 |
The government is trying to restore confidence in the country's economy. restore to make someone have a particular feeling again |
| 10822 |
Doctors say there's a possibility that his sight can be restored. restore to make it possible for someone to see, hear etc again |
| 10823 |
Within minutes we had restored the kitchen to its former tidiness. restore restore something to something to make someone or something start being in a particular situation again |
| 10824 |
I'm sure you'll soon be fully restored to health. restore to make someone or something start being in a particular situation again |
| 10825 |
The President was restored to power after five years in exile. restore to make someone or something start being in a particular situation again |
| 10826 |
His uncle restores old furniture. restore to clean and repair something old and dirty or damaged so that it looks the same as it did originally |
| 10827 |
Most of the agricultural land has been restored to its original owners. restore to give something that has been lost, taken, or stolen back to the person who it belongs to |
| 10828 |
He failed to convince the jury of his innocence. convince convince someone of something to make someone believe that something is true |
| 10829 |
Maria had convinced herself that he didn't love her. convince convince someone (that) to make someone believe that something is true |
| 10830 |
You don't have to convince me you're the right person for the job. convince to make someone believe that something is true |
| 10831 |
They tried to convince him to buy a cheaper car. convince convince someone to do something to persuade someone to do something |
| 10832 |
the east coast of England coast an area of land beside a sea |
| 10833 |
We had a nice day on the coast. coast on the coast an area of land beside a sea |
| 10834 |
Once the coast was clear, I opened the letter and began to read. coast the coast is clear it is safe to do something because there is no one to see or catch you |
| 10835 |
Scotland coasted to a 31–12 win over Argentina. coast to achieve success very easily or with very little effort |
| 10836 |
the chief engineer engineer someone who controls the engines on a ship or aircraft |
| 10837 |
Mr Carr had been the engineer of the company's fortunes. engineer someone who is responsible for something useful or successful |
| 10838 |
Government officials managed to engineer a meeting between the two ambassadors. engineer to arrange for something to happen, especially in a useful and skilful way |
| 10839 |
an area that relied heavily on the mines for jobs heavily to a large degree |
| 10840 |
heavily populated urban areas heavily to a large degree |
| 10841 |
Her work was heavily influenced by her father's. heavily to a large degree |
| 10842 |
Both of us are heavily involved in charity work. heavily very |
| 10843 |
heavily polluted rivers heavily very |
| 10844 |
The economy is heavily dependent on coal exports. heavily very |
| 10845 |
They had borrowed heavily to buy the boat. heavily in large amounts |
| 10846 |
She had been smoking heavily since her teens. heavily smoke drink heavily in large amounts |
| 10847 |
I was bleeding heavily from the cut. heavily bleed heavily in large amounts |
| 10848 |
He slipped and fell heavily. heavily with a lot of force |
| 10849 |
She leaned heavily on the table. heavily with a lot of force |
| 10850 |
He was fast asleep in the chair, snoring heavily. heavily if you breathe heavily, you breathe slowly and loudly |
| 10851 |
I was very unfit, so I was puffing heavily by now. heavily if you breathe heavily, you breathe slowly and loudly |
| 10852 |
He walked heavily away. heavily slowly and in a way that shows that you feel sad, tired, or ill |
| 10853 |
'It's too late,' she said heavily. heavily slowly and in a way that shows that you feel sad, tired, or ill |
| 10854 |
The prospect of breaking her promise lay heavily on her mind. heavily in a way that makes you feel uncomfortable or unhappy |
| 10855 |
The accident caused extensive damage to both cars. extensive very large in amount or degree |
| 10856 |
the restaurant's extensive wine list extensive very large in amount or degree |
| 10857 |
She has an extensive knowledge of art history. extensive involving a lot of details and information |
| 10858 |
Scientists have conducted extensive research into the causes of cancer. extensive involving a lot of details and information |
| 10859 |
the hotel's extensive grounds extensive spreading over a large area |
| 10860 |
He suffered a broken wrist and extensive bruising. extensive spreading over a large area |
| 10861 |
The building was extensively damaged by fire. extensive |
| 10862 |
'We're having a great time.' 'I'm so glad.' glad happy and pleased about something |
| 10863 |
I'm glad he finally called you. glad glad (that) happy and pleased about something |
| 10864 |
Maggie was glad to be home in her own bed. glad glad to see hear be etc happy and pleased about something |
| 10865 |
I'm so glad for him – he really wanted that job. glad glad for happy and pleased about something |
| 10866 |
She wasn't going to leave, and he was glad about that. glad glad about happy and pleased about something |
| 10867 |
I'd be glad of some help with the cooking. glad be glad of something to be grateful to have something |
| 10868 |
I'd be glad to watch the kids for you this afternoon. glad be glad to do something to be willing or ready to do something |
| 10869 |
The Children's Society is a registered charity. charity an organization to which you give money so that it can give money and help to people who are poor or ill, or who need advice and support |
| 10870 |
The show raised thousands of pounds for charity. charity raise something for charity these organizations considered as a group |
| 10871 |
I donated the prize money to charity. charity give donate something to charity these organizations considered as a group |
| 10872 |
a charity event to raise money for the school charity a charity event concert gala these organizations considered as a group |
| 10873 |
Their plight is a miserable one, but they do not want charity. charity money or food that is given to people who are poor or ill so that they can live |
| 10874 |
Steele showed no charity to his former friend and partner. charity show charity (to someone) kindness that you show towards other people by not judging them or criticizing them too severely |
| 10875 |
a group that opposes the death penalty oppose to disagree with or not approve of a plan or policy |
| 10876 |
The French cabinet was unanimous in opposing NATO's bombing raids. oppose to disagree with or not approve of a plan or policy |
| 10877 |
a merciless tyrant who kills all those who oppose him oppose to try to prevent the success of a policy or a government that you disagree with |
| 10878 |
There was a major campaign to oppose the building of a nuclear reactor. oppose to try to prevent the success of a policy or a government that you disagree with |
| 10879 |
Plans to drill for oil in the Arctic region are fiercely opposed by conservationists. oppose fiercely vehemently bitterly etc oppose to try to prevent the success of a policy or a government that you disagree with |
| 10880 |
The motion was opposed by Sir Teddy Taylor MP. oppose to speak against a proposal or law in a debate |
| 10881 |
Thousands of young men came forward, willing to defend their country. defend to protect someone or something from attack |
| 10882 |
Steps are being taken to defend the city against attack. defend defend someone something from against something to protect someone or something from attack |
| 10883 |
You have a right to defend yourself if you are being attacked. defend defend yourself to protect someone or something from attack |
| 10884 |
Hundreds of miners are fighting to defend their jobs. defend to prevent something from failing, stopping, or being taken away |
| 10885 |
We will defend their right to free speech. defend to prevent something from failing, stopping, or being taken away |
| 10886 |
Mr Rose defended the committee's decision to publish the report early. defend to say things to support someone or something that is being criticized |
| 10887 |
He vigorously defended his party's record on human rights. defend strongly strenuously vigorously defend to say things to support someone or something that is being criticized |
| 10888 |
They must be given the opportunity to defend themselves against these allegations. defend defend yourself against something to say things to support someone or something that is being criticized |
| 10889 |
The opposition defended brilliantly in the second half. defend to play in a team sport in a position in which you are trying to prevent the other team from getting points |
| 10890 |
She will be defending her Wimbledon title later this month. defend to attempt to win a competition that you won last time in order to keep your position as winner |
| 10891 |
Can Baxter successfully defend his heavyweight championship? defend successfully defend to attempt to win a competition that you won last time in order to keep your position as winner |
| 10892 |
He altered his appearance with surgery. alter to make something or someone different |
| 10893 |
This doesn't alter the fact that what you did was wrong. alter to make something or someone different |
| 10894 |
The situation has altered radically since last week. alter to become different |
| 10895 |
By law, cigarette packets must carry a health warning. warning an action or statement telling someone of a possible problem or danger |
| 10896 |
a warning against driving on the icy roads warning warning against an action or statement telling someone of a possible problem or danger |
| 10897 |
a warning of severe thunderstorms warning warning of an action or statement telling someone of a possible problem or danger |
| 10898 |
Investors had little advance warning of the stock market crash. warning advance warning an action or statement telling someone of a possible problem or danger |
| 10899 |
Suddenly, without warning, Mitch turned and hit Jacob in the face. warning without warning an action or statement telling someone of a possible problem or danger |
| 10900 |
warning labels messages signs warning giving information about a possible problem or danger |
| 10901 |
This is your last warning – if you're late again, you'll lose your job. warning an action or statement telling someone that they will be punished or that something bad will happen if they do something |
| 10902 |
Police issued a warning to drivers that speed limits will be strictly enforced. warning warning to an action or statement telling someone that they will be punished or that something bad will happen if they do something |
| 10903 |
I had fair warning that she would leave but I still didn't want her to. warning fair warning a warning about something that you get early enough to be able to plan how to deal with it |
| 10904 |
Police raided the store at dawn, arresting six men and seizing hundreds of pirated CDs. arrest if the police arrest someone, they take that person to a police station because they believe he or she has committed a crime. Someone who has been arrested is under arrest, and if they are not allowed to leave, they are in custody |
| 10905 |
He was arrested for possession of illegal drugs. arrest arrest someone for something if the police arrest someone, they take that person to a police station because they believe he or she has committed a crime. Someone who has been arrested is under arrest, and if they are not allowed to leave, they are in custody |
| 10906 |
She has been arrested on suspicion of using a stolen credit card. arrest arrest someone on charges suspicion of something if the police arrest someone, they take that person to a police station because they believe he or she has committed a crime. Someone who has been arrested is under arrest, and if they are not allowed to leave, they are in custody |
| 10907 |
A cut in interest rates failed to arrest the decline in prices. arrest to stop a process from continuing, especially to stop a bad situation from getting worse |
| 10908 |
The information led to the arrest of three suspects. arrest a situation in which the police arrest someone that they believe has committed a crime |
| 10909 |
After a third arrest for drunk driving, she lost her licence. arrest a situation in which the police arrest someone that they believe has committed a crime |
| 10910 |
One of the women is suing for wrongful arrest (=having been arrested illegally). arrest a situation in which the police arrest someone that they believe has committed a crime |
| 10911 |
Six men are under arrest in connection with the drug-smuggling operation. arrest under arrest a situation in which the police arrest someone that they believe has committed a crime |
| 10912 |
We hope to make an arrest in the near future. arrest make an arrest a situation in which the police arrest someone that they believe has committed a crime |
| 10913 |
a framework for the study of television's effect on society framework framework for a set of principles, ideas etc that you use when you are forming your decisions and judgments |
| 10914 |
Einstein's research provided much of the theoretical framework for particle physics. framework provide establish create a framework a set of principles, ideas etc that you use when you are forming your decisions and judgments |
| 10915 |
the democratic framework of society framework framework of a system of rules, laws, agreements etc that establish the way that something operates in business, politics, or society |
| 10916 |
A free market economy operates within a framework of minimal state intervention. framework within a framework a system of rules, laws, agreements etc that establish the way that something operates in business, politics, or society |
| 10917 |
The universities had considerable independence, within a legal framework laid down by the state. framework a legal regulatory constitutional framework a system of rules, laws, agreements etc that establish the way that something operates in business, politics, or society |
| 10918 |
The building had a brick base and a metal framework. framework a structure that supports something and makes it a particular shape |
| 10919 |
Children are constantly looking for signs of approval from their parents. approval a positive feeling that you have towards someone or something that you think is good or suitable |
| 10920 |
Her ideas on the family are often quoted with approval by Mr Bush. approval a positive feeling that you have towards someone or something that you think is good or suitable |
| 10921 |
Most of his girlfriends failed to meet with his father's approval. approval meet with someone's approval (=be approved of by someone) a positive feeling that you have towards someone or something that you think is good or suitable |
| 10922 |
A murmur of approval ran through the crowd. approval a nod smile murmur of approval a positive feeling that you have towards someone or something that you think is good or suitable |
| 10923 |
By July, the Prime Minister's approval rating had risen to over 60 per cent. approval someone's approval rating (=a measure of people's approval of a political leader) a positive feeling that you have towards someone or something that you think is good or suitable |
| 10924 |
We sent the design to the planning department for approval. approval official agreement or permission, given by someone in authority |
| 10925 |
The government has not yet given the scheme its approval. approval give grant (your) approval official agreement or permission, given by someone in authority |
| 10926 |
The board has finally given its approval to the loan. approval official agreement or permission, given by someone in authority |
| 10927 |
Any recommendations are subject to the approval of shareholders. approval subject to someone's approval (=needing to be approved by them) official agreement or permission, given by someone in authority |
| 10928 |
I got a copy of the book on approval. approval on approval if you buy something on approval, you can send it back within a particular time if you are not satisfied with it |
| 10929 |
It was such a stupid question, I didn't even bother to reply. bother bother to do something if you do not bother to do something, you do not do it, either because there seems to be no good reason or because it involves too much effort |
| 10930 |
Has anyone ever bothered to ask the students for their opinion? bother if you do not bother to do something, you do not do it, either because there seems to be no good reason or because it involves too much effort |
| 10931 |
Don't bother about driving me home, I'll walk. bother bother about if you do not bother to do something, you do not do it, either because there seems to be no good reason or because it involves too much effort |
| 10932 |
Why bother with a car when you have such good public transport here? bother bother with if you do not bother to do something, you do not do it, either because there seems to be no good reason or because it involves too much effort |
| 10933 |
He won't come, so why bother inviting him? bother bother doing something if you do not bother to do something, you do not do it, either because there seems to be no good reason or because it involves too much effort |
| 10934 |
I called your office because I didn't want to bother you at home. bother to annoy someone by interrupting them when they are busy or want to be left alone |
| 10935 |
Are the children bothering you? bother to annoy someone by interrupting them when they are busy or want to be left alone |
| 10936 |
Doesn't the noise bother you when you're trying to sleep? bother to annoy someone by interrupting them when they are busy or want to be left alone |
| 10937 |
There was something about him that really bothered her. bother to make someone feel worried or upset |
| 10938 |
Does it bother you that people think you're older than him? bother it bothers someone that when to make someone feel worried or upset |
| 10939 |
If he keeps bothering you, you should call the police. bother to frighten someone, for example by following them around or trying to talk to them |
| 10940 |
I could see that his knee was bothering him. bother to cause someone physical pain |
| 10941 |
I said I'd go out with them tonight, but I can't be bothered. bother someone can't be bothered used for saying that someone will not do something because they feel lazy or because it is too much effort |
| 10942 |
She couldn't even be bothered to say hello. bother someone can't be bothered used for saying that someone will not do something because they feel lazy or because it is too much effort |
| 10943 |
'I'll get you a chair.' 'No, please don't bother.' bother don't bother used for telling someone that they do not need to do something for you. You can also say this in a way that shows you think someone has not been very helpful |
| 10944 |
I'm not bothered whether we go out or stay in. bother I'm not bothered used for saying that something is not important to you |
| 10945 |
Sorry to bother you, but would you mind moving your bag? bother sorry to bother you used for politely asking someone to do something for you, especially someone you do not know |
| 10946 |
It will be an awful lot of bother going by bus. bother trouble or difficulty caused by doing something when this is annoying but not very serious |
| 10947 |
I didn't want the bother of carrying a camera around. bother the bother of doing something trouble or difficulty caused by doing something when this is annoying but not very serious |
| 10948 |
I'll get a taxi and save you the bother of taking me. bother save someone the bother trouble or difficulty caused by doing something when this is annoying but not very serious |
| 10949 |
I hope George wasn't too much of a bother. bother something or someone that causes trouble or annoys you |
| 10950 |
Let me pick up the children from school, it's no bother. bother it's no bother used for saying that you are happy to help someone and it will not cause you any problems or difficulties |
| 10951 |
She'll get another job, no bother. bother no bother used for emphasizing that someone can do something very easily |
| 10952 |
He's in a spot of bother with the police. bother a spot of bother used for emphasizing that a problem is small and not serious |
| 10953 |
a novel solution to a problem novel new, or unusual |
| 10954 |
Her employers accused her of theft. accuse accuse someone of something to say that someone has done something wrong or committed a crime |
| 10955 |
Are you accusing me of lying? accuse accuse someone of doing something to say that someone has done something wrong or committed a crime |
| 10956 |
Davis says he is eager to face his accusers in court. accuse |
| 10957 |
He could barely contain his irritation at their rudeness. irritation a feeling of being annoyed or impatient |
| 10958 |
the noise and irritations of modern life irritation something that annoys you, especially over a period of time |
| 10959 |
drugs that can cause stomach irritation irritation a painful feeling in a part of the body, often with red skin or swelling |
| 10960 |
the buying and selling of foreign currencies currency the system of money used in a particular country |
| 10961 |
the single European currency currency the system of money used in a particular country |
| 10962 |
You can use credit cards but it's best to take some currency as well. currency money that is used in a particular country |
| 10963 |
All the modernist styles have become common currency. currency the state of being approved of or used by many people in a society |
| 10964 |
The idea of withdrawing from the war has gained wide currency. currency gain currency the state of being approved of or used by many people in a society |
| 10965 |
Travel is a dream of mine, but a busy working life has restricted my opportunities. restrict to keep something within strict limits |
| 10966 |
Doctors have restricted the number of visits to two per day. restrict restrict something to something to keep something within strict limits |
| 10967 |
The drug restricts blood flow. restrict to physically limit or control the movement of something or someone |
| 10968 |
New roads and communities restrict the migration of the elk. restrict to physically limit or control the movement of something or someone |
| 10969 |
I try to restrict myself to one dessert a day. restrict restrict yourself to something to allow yourself a limited amount of something that you like or want to do |
| 10970 |
They were all found guilty of illegally possessing firearms. possess to own a physical object |
| 10971 |
Kate is a woman who possesses a rare intelligence. possess to have a quality or ability |
| 10972 |
All these drugs possess sedative properties. possess to have a quality or ability |
| 10973 |
They do not possess the necessary technical knowledge. possess to have knowledge about something |
| 10974 |
What possessed you to get involved with such a ridiculous scheme? possess what (on earth) whatever possessed you (to do something) used for asking someone why they did something when you think they made a serious mistake |
| 10975 |
our children's religious and moral education moral relating to right and wrong and the way that people should behave |
| 10976 |
moral standards principles values moral relating to right and wrong and the way that people should behave |
| 10977 |
Stephen was faced with the moral dilemma of whether to return the money he had found. moral moral dilemma relating to right and wrong and the way that people should behave |
| 10978 |
You're not legally required to inform them, but it is a moral obligation. moral moral obligation duty based on what you believe is right rather than what the law or rules say is right |
| 10979 |
the differences between Eastern and Western morals moral principles of right or wrong behaviour that are generally accepted by a society |
| 10980 |
He's shown that he has no morals at all. moral have morals principles of right or wrong behaviour that are generally accepted by a society |
| 10981 |
The moral of the story is don't believe everything you hear. moral moral of something that you can learn from a story or an experience |
| 10982 |
He learned to distinguish the songs of different birds. distinguish to recognize the differences between things |
| 10983 |
They concluded that even three-year-olds are able to distinguish between causes and effects. distinguish distinguish between to recognize the differences between things |
| 10984 |
It's very difficult to distinguish satire from other types of comedy. distinguish distinguish something from something to recognize the differences between things |
| 10985 |
There is very little to distinguish it from the hundreds of other websites devoted to this subject. distinguish distinguish someone something from someone something to be a feature that makes someone or something clearly different from other similar people or things |
| 10986 |
I could not distinguish her face in the darkness. distinguish to be able to hear, see, smell, or taste something clearly |
| 10987 |
He distinguished himself during the war. distinguish distinguish yourself to do something very well so that people notice and respect you |
| 10988 |
She tapped him gently on the shoulder. gently carefully, without a lot of force or sudden change in movement |
| 10989 |
Gently peel the paper off. gently carefully, without a lot of force or sudden change in movement |
| 10990 |
The trees swayed gently in the breeze. gently with small or slow movements |
| 10991 |
As gently as possible, he told her the bad news. gently in a kind way, being careful not to frighten or upset someone |
| 10992 |
Tell your child gently but firmly, 'No'. gently in a kind way, being careful not to frighten or upset someone |
| 10993 |
a gently rising hill gently gradually, with no steep slopes or sudden change in direction |
| 10994 |
I reckon there's something wrong with him. reckon reckon (that) to believe that something is true |
| 10995 |
It is generally reckoned to be the best restaurant in town. reckon be reckoned to be something to believe that something is true |
| 10996 |
I think it'll work. What do you reckon? reckon to have a particular opinion about someone or something |
| 10997 |
What do you reckon to her new boyfriend? reckon what do you reckon to? (=what is your opinion of) to have a particular opinion about someone or something |
| 10998 |
Analysts reckon their profits have fallen by around 10%. reckon to calculate something |
| 10999 |
We reckon to be finished by this afternoon. reckon if you reckon to do something, you expect to do it |
| 11000 |
cubes of cheese cube an object like a box with six square sides that are all the same size |
| 11001 |
Cut the bread into cubes. cube an object like a box with six square sides that are all the same size |
| 11002 |
The Government incorporated this principle into the 1977 law. incorporate incorporate something into in something to add or include something as a part of something else, for example as a part of an arrangement or a document |
| 11003 |
The course incorporates a strong German language element. incorporate to include something as a part or as a quality |
| 11004 |
Our electrical equipment incorporates all the latest safety features. incorporate to include something as a part or as a quality |
| 11005 |
a tidy garden tidy a tidy place looks nice because everything is in the correct place or arranged or is organized properly |
| 11006 |
I can never keep my desk tidy. tidy keep something tidy a tidy place looks nice because everything is in the correct place or arranged or is organized properly |
| 11007 |
The house looked very clean and tidy. tidy neat clean and tidy a tidy place looks nice because everything is in the correct place or arranged or is organized properly |
| 11008 |
I wish I could be more tidy. tidy a tidy person always puts their things away in the correct place |
| 11009 |
a man with a tidy moustache tidy tidy hair, clothes etc look good because they are arranged in a nice way |
| 11010 |
The sale of the company brought in a tidy sum. tidy a tidy amount of money is a large amount |
| 11011 |
I've got to tidy my bedroom. tidy to make a place look better by putting things in the correct place |
| 11012 |
These negotiations had been proceeding since the late 1960s. proceed to continue to happen |
| 11013 |
We have been advised by the legal team to proceed cautiously. proceed used about something that you continue doing, usually something that you might have stopped doing |
| 11014 |
The council is proceeding with its plan to move the stadium. proceed proceed with used about something that you continue doing, usually something that you might have stopped doing |
| 11015 |
Passengers for flight 406 to New York should proceed to Gate 32. proceed to go in a particular direction |
| 11016 |
The main road proceeds north for another two miles. proceed to go in a particular direction |
| 11017 |
She had a few beers and proceeded to tell everyone in the bar about our personal problems. proceed proceed to do something used for telling other people about a surprising, embarrassing, or annoying thing that someone has done |
| 11018 |
The Australian team will proceed to the quarterfinals. proceed proceed to to make progress by moving to the next stage in a series of actions or events |
| 11019 |
We would like your input before we proceed to the final stage of planning. proceed to make progress by moving to the next stage in a series of actions or events |
| 11020 |
These measures were designed to assist people with disabilities. assist to help someone or something |
| 11021 |
They eventually agreed to assist the investigation. assist to help someone or something |
| 11022 |
The new technique will assist rapid identification. assist to help someone or something |
| 11023 |
Several top landscape designers assisted in the creation of the garden. assist assist in with to help someone or something |
| 11024 |
Her job is to assist the head chef. assist to help someone more skilled to do their job, for example by doing the easier parts of the work |
| 11025 |
information that will assist the police with their search assist to make a job or piece of work easier to do |
| 11026 |
The scheme assists young people to find work. assist assist someone to do something to make a job or piece of work easier to do |
| 11027 |
You'll be expected to justify your actions. justify to show that there is a good reason for something, especially something that other people think is wrong |
| 11028 |
It was becoming increasingly difficult to justify such expenditure. justify to show that there is a good reason for something, especially something that other people think is wrong |
| 11029 |
How can people justify spending so much money on cosmetics? justify justify doing something to show that there is a good reason for something, especially something that other people think is wrong |
| 11030 |
Nothing can justify what happened this morning. justify to be a good reason for something |
| 11031 |
I don't see why I should justify myself to you. justify justify yourself (to someone) to explain to someone the reason why you did something, especially when they think you have done something wrong |
| 11032 |
A solicitor issued a statement on behalf of the victim's family. behalf instead of someone, or as a representative of someone |
| 11033 |
She intervened with the immigration service on his behalf. behalf in order to help someone |
| 11034 |
Councillor Marion Atwood councillor an elected member of the council that governs a city, county etc |
| 11035 |
a county councillor councillor an elected member of the council that governs a city, county etc |
| 11036 |
I spent all day trying to fix a leak in the plumbing. plumbing the system of pipes, water tanks, and other equipment used for supplying and storing water in a building |
| 11037 |
We provide health care outside any kind of institutional setting. setting the place where someone or something is, and all the things, people, or emotions that are part of that place |
| 11038 |
a hotel in a charming mountain setting setting the place where someone or something is, and all the things, people, or emotions that are part of that place |
| 11039 |
a love story in a tropical island setting setting a particular time or place that a play, book, film etc happens in |
| 11040 |
To save energy, lower the thermostat setting at night. setting a position that the controls of a piece of equipment are at |
| 11041 |
Who gave the command to open fire? command an official order |
| 11042 |
the log-on command command an instruction that you give to a computer to make it do something |
| 11043 |
Franco was in overall command of the military. command in command control of a group of people, especially in the armed forces |
| 11044 |
The ship is under the command of Captain Blake. command be under someone's command control of a group of people, especially in the armed forces |
| 11045 |
United soon took command of the game. command take command (of something) control of something such as a situation or your feelings |
| 11046 |
He tries to project the image of a man in command of himself. command in command of yourself your emotions etc control of something such as a situation or your feelings |
| 11047 |
You will need to use all the tact at your command. command at your command if you have something such as a skill at your command, you are able to use it well |
| 11048 |
She has an excellent command of Russian. command command of something knowledge of a particular subject, especially the ability to speak a foreign language |
| 11049 |
The platoon was commanded by Lt. John F. Williams. command to be the leader of a group of people, especially in the armed forces |
| 11050 |
Lovell commanded the Apollo 13 mission to the moon. command to be in charge of an activity that involves a group of people, especially in the armed forces |
| 11051 |
He commanded his men to retreat. command command someone to do something to officially order someone to do something |
| 11052 |
The King commanded that she be executed. command command (that) to officially order someone to do something |
| 11053 |
He commands the respect of everyone who works for him. command to have something such as people's respect or attention |
| 11054 |
Ivory still commands a very high price. command to have a particular price or value, especially a high one |
| 11055 |
regular routine preventive maintenance maintenance work that is done to keep something such as a building, machine, or piece of equipment repaired and in good condition |
| 11056 |
the aircraft maintenance crew maintenance work that is done to keep something such as a building, machine, or piece of equipment repaired and in good condition |
| 11057 |
the maintenance of international peace and security maintenance maintenance of the process of continuing something or keeping it in existence |
| 11058 |
They heard footsteps on the stairs. stair a set of steps that allow you to go from one level of a building to another |
| 11059 |
John raced down the stairs to answer the door. stair up down the stairs a set of steps that allow you to go from one level of a building to another |
| 11060 |
Someone was waiting at the top of the stairs. stair the top head of the stairs a set of steps that allow you to go from one level of a building to another |
| 11061 |
He left his bags at the foot of the stairs. stair the bottom foot of the stairs a set of steps that allow you to go from one level of a building to another |
| 11062 |
My bedroom was up two flights of stairs. stair a flight of stairs (=a set of stairs between two floors or levels) a set of steps that allow you to go from one level of a building to another |
| 11063 |
I climbed the stairs to Charles's office. stair climb the stairs a set of steps that allow you to go from one level of a building to another |
| 11064 |
He was standing on the bottom stair. stair one of the steps in a set of stairs |
| 11065 |
a book of poems about his childhood poem a piece of writing using beautiful or unusual language arranged in fixed lines that have a particular beat and often rhyme |
| 11066 |
a broad hairy chest chest the upper front part of your body between your neck and your stomach |
| 11067 |
Have you had any chest pains? chest the upper front part of your body between your neck and your stomach |
| 11068 |
I've got a bad chest. chest a bad chest used for referring to health problems in the area of your chest, especially in your lungs |
| 11069 |
He came to see me because he wanted to get something off his chest. chest get something off your chest to talk to someone about something that has been worrying you, so that you feel better about it |
| 11070 |
He was accused of selling business secrets to competitors. secret a piece of information that is known by only a small number of people, and is deliberately not told to other people |
| 11071 |
I can't tell you what she said – it's a secret. secret a piece of information that is known by only a small number of people, and is deliberately not told to other people |
| 11072 |
Your secret is safe with me (=I will not tell anyone). secret a piece of information that is known by only a small number of people, and is deliberately not told to other people |
| 11073 |
The secret is out (=everyone knows about it). secret a piece of information that is known by only a small number of people, and is deliberately not told to other people |
| 11074 |
It cannot remain a secret much longer. secret a piece of information that is known by only a small number of people, and is deliberately not told to other people |
| 11075 |
Can you promise to keep a secret? secret keep a secret (=not tell anyone) a piece of information that is known by only a small number of people, and is deliberately not told to other people |
| 11076 |
Mandela kept his work a secret from the prison authorities. secret keep something a secret (from someone) a piece of information that is known by only a small number of people, and is deliberately not told to other people |
| 11077 |
Listen, I'll let you in on a little secret. secret let someone in on a secret (=tell someone a secret) a piece of information that is known by only a small number of people, and is deliberately not told to other people |
| 11078 |
What secrets of the universe will the new telescope reveal? secret something that cannot be explained or that is difficult to understand |
| 11079 |
She always looks so slim – I wish I knew her secret. secret a particular way of achieving something |
| 11080 |
The secret is always to warm the pot before putting in the tea. secret a particular way of achieving something |
| 11081 |
The secret of our success is having highly skilled staff. secret secret of a particular way of achieving something |
| 11082 |
The negotiations were conducted in secret. secret in secret without anyone else knowing |
| 11083 |
It's no secret that the chairman and his deputy dislike each other intensely. secret it is no secret that used for saying that something is a well-known fact |
| 11084 |
He's made no secret of the fact that he'd like to manage the club. secret make no secret of something to make no attempt to hide your feelings about something |
| 11085 |
The diary records her most secret thoughts and feelings. secret deliberately not told to other people, or kept hidden from other people |
| 11086 |
Police discovered a secret bomb factory. secret deliberately not told to other people, or kept hidden from other people |
| 11087 |
The Minister denied that the report was being kept secret. secret keep something secret deliberately not told to other people, or kept hidden from other people |
| 11088 |
Secret talks were held in the hope of settling the dispute. secret secret talks deliberately not told to other people, or kept hidden from other people |
| 11089 |
They are now at a secret location agreed with social services. secret a secret location deliberately not told to other people, or kept hidden from other people |
| 11090 |
We love coming here because it's like a secret garden. secret not known about by many people |
| 11091 |
a secret lover secret used for describing someone who does something in secret |
| 11092 |
He can be the most secret man alive. secret deliberately not telling people things |
| 11093 |
trade travel speed parking restrictions restriction a rule, action, or situation that limits or controls someone or something |
| 11094 |
The county faces restrictions on the use of water for irrigating crops. restriction restriction on a rule, action, or situation that limits or controls someone or something |
| 11095 |
The judge had imposed restrictions on the reporting of the case. restriction impose place restrictions (on) a rule, action, or situation that limits or controls someone or something |
| 11096 |
We have been asking the government to lift all restrictions on food shipments. restriction lift remove restrictions (on) a rule, action, or situation that limits or controls someone or something |
| 11097 |
The restriction of press freedom is seen as an abuse of human rights. restriction the act of limiting or controlling someone or something |
| 11098 |
The new machine is far more efficient than the old one. efficient something that is efficient works well and produces good results by using the available time, money, supplies etc in the most effective way |
| 11099 |
The most efficient way to plan is to put your tasks in order of priority. efficient efficient way method something that is efficient works well and produces good results by using the available time, money, supplies etc in the most effective way |
| 11100 |
This process makes efficient use of limited resources. efficient make efficient use of something something that is efficient works well and produces good results by using the available time, money, supplies etc in the most effective way |
| 11101 |
The hotel's staff are friendly and efficient. efficient someone who is efficient works well and quickly and is good at organizing their work in the way that gets the best results |
| 11102 |
He became a highly efficient General Secretary. efficient highly efficient someone who is efficient works well and quickly and is good at organizing their work in the way that gets the best results |
| 11103 |
Jogging can become addictive. addictive something that is addictive is so enjoyable that you want to do it or have it as often as possible |
| 11104 |
These sleeping pills are not addictive. addictive if a drug is addictive, people want to take it more and more and then find that they cannot stop taking it |
| 11105 |
Cigarettes are harmful, highly addictive, and aggressively marketed to young people. addictive highly addictive if a drug is addictive, people want to take it more and more and then find that they cannot stop taking it |
| 11106 |
Teachers should call social services if they suspect child abuse. suspect to believe that something is true, especially something bad |
| 11107 |
Police suspected that she had some connection with the robbery. suspect suspect (that) to believe that something is true, especially something bad |
| 11108 |
He wrote a letter naming the people whom he suspected. suspect to believe that someone has done something, usually something bad |
| 11109 |
men suspected of involvement in the bombing suspect suspect someone of something to believe that someone has done something, usually something bad |
| 11110 |
I suspected Alex of deliberately forgetting her purse. suspect suspect someone of doing something to believe that someone has done something, usually something bad |
| 11111 |
Carl seemed very kind, but she suspected his motives. suspect to believe that something is bad or worse than it appears |
| 11112 |
He'll be missed by some, but not, I suspect, by all his colleagues. suspect used for stating an opinion to make it sound less direct |
| 11113 |
Jess had been killed, and her husband was the obvious suspect. suspect someone who the police believe may have committed a crime |
| 11114 |
a murder bombing suspect suspect someone who the police believe may have committed a crime |
| 11115 |
When plants are ruined, snails and slugs are the chief suspects. suspect someone or something that is likely to do or cause something, especially something bad |
| 11116 |
The report criticizes the usual suspects – the fast food and diet industries. suspect the usual suspects the people or things that are usually involved in a particular situation or activity |
| 11117 |
The government's statistics are suspect. suspect something or someone that is suspect cannot be trusted or believed |
| 11118 |
He might have suspect motives in accusing her of malpractice. suspect something or someone that is suspect cannot be trusted or believed |
| 11119 |
Bomb squad officers were called in to deal with a suspect package. suspect looking dangerous or illegal |
| 11120 |
She was wearing a brown fur hat. hat a piece of clothing that you wear on your head |
| 11121 |
She has to wear several different hats (=have various responsibilities) in her position. hat one particular aspect of someone's duties or responsibilities |
| 11122 |
Of course, when I say this, I'm wearing my teaching hat. hat one particular aspect of someone's duties or responsibilities |
| 11123 |
I take my hat off to anyone who is involved in political life for such a long time. hat hats off to someone I take my hat off to someone used for showing your admiration or respect for someone because of something impressive that they have done |
| 11124 |
He's having a really tough time at the moment. tough difficult |
| 11125 |
It was a tough decision to move to London. tough difficult |
| 11126 |
Many companies are facing tough competition. tough difficult |
| 11127 |
I think she'll be all right because she's very tough. tough strong and able to deal with difficult situations or pain |
| 11128 |
a tough businesswoman tough confident, and determined to get what you want |
| 11129 |
The report contained tough criticism of the company's management style. tough very strict and severe |
| 11130 |
She's campaigning for tough new laws on industrial pollution. tough very strict and severe |
| 11131 |
The new mayor promises to be tough on crime. tough be tough on very strict and severe |
| 11132 |
She promised to get tough with people who claim benefits fraudulently. tough get tough with (=deal with in a severe way) very strict and severe |
| 11133 |
We must take a tough stance against terrorism. tough take a tough stance stand very strict and severe |
| 11134 |
The tool is made from a very tough and resilient steel. tough difficult to break or damage |
| 11135 |
a couple of tough-looking lads tough likely to behave in a violent way |
| 11136 |
He grew up in a tough inner-city neighbourhood. tough a tough place is one in which there is a lot of crime and violence |
| 11137 |
Don't worry about me. I'm as tough as old boots. tough as tough as old boots very strong and able to deal with difficult situations or pain easily |
| 11138 |
a toughly worded message tough |
| 11139 |
An athlete needs to show both physical and mental toughness. tough |
| 11140 |
I was prepared to tough it out for a while. tough tough it out to stay in a situation that is difficult because you are very determined |
| 11141 |
'I wanted to come with you.' 'Tough! You shouldn't have been late.' tough used for saying that you have no sympathy for someone |
| 11142 |
If they don't like my cooking, it's tough! tough used for saying that you have no sympathy for someone |
| 11143 |
This team can play tough when it has to. tough act talk etc tough in a way that shows you are determined, strong, or not afraid |
| 11144 |
I wasn't willing to accept every item on the list. willing if you are willing to do something, you do it when someone asks you, sometimes when you do not want to |
| 11145 |
They are very willing to give her the chance she needs. willing if you are willing to do something, you do it when someone asks you, sometimes when you do not want to |
| 11146 |
Try not to seem too willing to help. willing if you are willing to do something, you do it when someone asks you, sometimes when you do not want to |
| 11147 |
a willing helper partner volunteer willing used about someone who does something in an enthusiastic way |
| 11148 |
They had shown willing by attending the meeting. willing show willing to show that you are willing to do something |
| 11149 |
She would willingly give up her spare time to help you. willing |
| 11150 |
We were impressed by his willingness to listen and learn. willing |
| 11151 |
a healthy baby healthy physically strong and not ill |
| 11152 |
Exercise can be fun, and being healthy feels great! healthy physically strong and not ill |
| 11153 |
I feel very healthy at the moment. healthy feel healthy physically strong and not ill |
| 11154 |
I try to keep as healthy as possible. healthy keep stay healthy physically strong and not ill |
| 11155 |
We serve healthy and delicious food. healthy helping you to stay physically strong and not ill |
| 11156 |
a healthy diet lifestyle healthy helping you to stay physically strong and not ill |
| 11157 |
For healthy teeth and gums, visit your dentist regularly. healthy showing that you are physically strong and not ill |
| 11158 |
He's certainly got a healthy appetite. healthy showing that you are physically strong and not ill |
| 11159 |
The country still has a healthy rural economy. healthy working well and likely to continue to be successful |
| 11160 |
The car industry isn't looking very healthy at the moment. healthy working well and likely to continue to be successful |
| 11161 |
Our bank balance is looking quite healthy this month. healthy a healthy amount of money is a large amount |
| 11162 |
Last year the company made a healthy profit of over five million pounds. healthy a healthy amount of money is a large amount |
| 11163 |
The children had been brought up with a healthy respect for books. healthy a healthy attitude is good and sensible |
| 11164 |
We try to eat healthily whenever we can. healthy |
| 11165 |
The tunnel was constructed in 1996. construct to build something large or complicated, such as a bridge or road |
| 11166 |
St Michael's was an older building, almost entirely constructed of red brick. construct be constructed from of out of something to build something large or complicated, such as a bridge or road |
| 11167 |
He could now construct short sentences in Spanish. construct to create something such as an idea or system by making various things fit together |
| 11168 |
Police have called in an expert to construct a psychological profile of the murderer. construct to create something such as an idea or system by making various things fit together |
| 11169 |
History is an ideological construct. construct a complicated idea created by making several simpler ideas fit together |
| 11170 |
Arab states leaders Arab relating to the Middle East or North Africa, or to the people, language, or culture of those regions |
| 11171 |
the Arab world (=the Middle East and North Africa) Arab relating to the Middle East or North Africa, or to the people, language, or culture of those regions |
| 11172 |
I found his comments deeply insulting. insulting offensive |
| 11173 |
Simmer the sauce for ten minutes, stirring occasionally. occasionally sometimes, but not frequently or regularly |
| 11174 |
We go to the theatre only very occasionally (=not often). occasionally sometimes, but not frequently or regularly |
| 11175 |
an efficient mode of production mode mode of a particular way of doing something |
| 11176 |
Email is becoming an increasingly popular mode of communication. mode a particular way of doing something |
| 11177 |
in manual automatic mode mode one of a series of ways that a machine can be made to work |
| 11178 |
Don't ask me anything about work because I'm in holiday mode. mode in...mode a particular way of behaving or feeling, or a way of behaving or feeling that is suitable for a particular situation or person |
| 11179 |
a novel written in the mode of a detective story mode mode of a particular fashion or style of art, literature, clothes etc |
| 11180 |
He had no intention of changing his mode of attire. mode a particular fashion or style of art, literature, clothes etc |
| 11181 |
The money for the flight came out of my savings. saving money that you have saved in a bank or invested so that you can use it later |
| 11182 |
That could mean a saving of up to 500 for a family of four. saving saving of an amount of something that you manage to avoid using or spending |
| 11183 |
At 350, this represents a considerable saving on the usual fee. saving saving on an amount of something that you manage to avoid using or spending |
| 11184 |
money-saving advice #NAME? used with some nouns to make adjectives meaning spending less, or using less of something |
| 11185 |
energy-saving methods #NAME? used with some nouns to make adjectives meaning spending less, or using less of something |
| 11186 |
Sit quietly in a comfortable position. comfortable feeling physically relaxed, without any pain or other unpleasant feelings |
| 11187 |
Make yourself comfortable and I'll be back in a minute. comfortable make yourself comfortable feeling physically relaxed, without any pain or other unpleasant feelings |
| 11188 |
The bed looked warm and comfortable. comfortable a comfortable piece of furniture feels pleasant to sit or lie on |
| 11189 |
loose comfortable clothes comfortable pleasant to wear, hold, or use |
| 11190 |
Is everyone comfortable with the arrangement? comfortable comfortable with if you are comfortable with something, you accept it or like it |
| 11191 |
Lots of people don't feel comfortable about public speaking. comfortable comfortable about if you are comfortable with something, you accept it or like it |
| 11192 |
a comfortable victory comfortable easily won |
| 11193 |
They have a very comfortable lead. comfortable making winning likely |
| 11194 |
Finding the answer proved to be a little bit tricky. tricky difficult to do |
| 11195 |
That's a tricky question because there are many things to consider. tricky a tricky question problem situation difficult to deal with |
| 11196 |
Spanish flamenco music Spanish relating to Spain, or its language or culture |
| 11197 |
The Spanish are to elect a new government this week. Spanish the people of Spain |
| 11198 |
The kids were sent away to camp every summer. camp a place with tents or other shelters where people go for a holiday |
| 11199 |
She's spending two weeks at a music camp. camp a place with tents or other shelters where people go for a holiday |
| 11200 |
Their camp was just below the summit. camp a collection of tents or caravans (=small houses on wheels) that people use when they are travelling |
| 11201 |
After the war, millions of people ended up in refugee camps. camp refugee internment detention camp a place with tents or other shelters for people such as soldiers or prisoners to live in |
| 11202 |
People in the Brown camp (=who support Brown) deny this rumour. camp a group of people within a larger group who have the same ideas or support the same person |
| 11203 |
This film is pure camp. camp a style of art or entertainment that deliberately does not follow traditional ideas about what is considered good in order to produce a humorous effect |
| 11204 |
Reporters had pitched camp outside his house. camp to stay outside somewhere and refuse to leave |
| 11205 |
They camped for two nights in the forest. camp to stay somewhere for a short time in a tent or other temporary shelter |
| 11206 |
Journalists had camped in front of the house. camp to stay outside a place until you get what you want |
| 11207 |
an oily rag rag a piece of old cloth used for cleaning or wiping something |
| 11208 |
The little girl was dressed in rags. rag in rags (=wearing rags) clothes that are old, torn, and dirty |
| 11209 |
There was a report in the local rag about it. rag a newspaper that is not very good |
| 11210 |
Almost overnight, she went from rags to riches. rag rags to riches used for describing a situation in which someone who has been very poor becomes very rich |
| 11211 |
a new law controlling the export of works of art export the practice or business of selling goods to another country |
| 11212 |
They are now manufacturing more goods for export. export for export the practice or business of selling goods to another country |
| 11213 |
Agricultural products are the country's largest export. export a product that is sold to another country |
| 11214 |
There has been a rapid increase in oil exports to the West. export export to from a product that is sold to another country |
| 11215 |
export earnings credits controls export relating to or used in the sale of goods to another country |
| 11216 |
an export licence quota tax subsidy export relating to or used in the sale of goods to another country |
| 11217 |
Since 1956 the US has been Britain's largest export market. export export market relating to or used in the sale of goods to another country |
| 11218 |
Current interest rates are causing damage to the export trade. export export trade relating to or used in the sale of goods to another country |
| 11219 |
Their flowers are exported around the world. export to send a product to another country so that it can be sold there |
| 11220 |
Weapons are being illegally exported to other countries. export export something to from something to send a product to another country so that it can be sold there |
| 11221 |
nations that export terrorism export to introduce an idea, tradition, or activity into another country |
| 11222 |
I woke at 5 o'clock this morning. wake to stop sleeping |
| 11223 |
Alan woke to a quiet knocking on his door. wake to stop sleeping |
| 11224 |
Jean always wakes up feeling hungry. wake wake (up) doing something to stop sleeping |
| 11225 |
My son wakes me up at six every morning. wake to make someone stop sleeping |
| 11226 |
Can you be quieter, so you don't wake the baby. wake to make someone stop sleeping |
| 11227 |
Mary walked off and he followed in her wake. wake in someone's something's wake after someone or something |
| 11228 |
An inquiry has been set up in the wake of the crash. wake in the wake of something happening after an event or as a result of it |
| 11229 |
Webster eventually took his assistant into partnership in 1845. partnership take someone into partnership the position of being one of two or more people who own a company as partners |
| 11230 |
Findlay entered into partnership with Smith to form the firm in 1952. partnership go enter into partnership (with someone) the position of being one of two or more people who own a company as partners |
| 11231 |
a partnership of 15 voluntary organizations partnership a relationship between two or more people, groups, or countries involved in an activity together |
| 11232 |
a strategic partnership between China and Russia partnership partnership between a relationship between two or more people, groups, or countries involved in an activity together |
| 11233 |
The festival is being supported by the county council in partnership with local businesses. partnership in partnership with someone something a relationship between two or more people, groups, or countries involved in an activity together |
| 11234 |
She is in daily contact with her mother. daily done or happening every day |
| 11235 |
The information is updated on a daily basis. daily on a daily basis done or happening every day |
| 11236 |
Her daily wages barely covered her travel costs. daily a daily amount or rate is the amount or rate for one day |
| 11237 |
Fresh bread is delivered daily. daily every day |
| 11238 |
Take one tablet twice daily. daily once twice three times etc daily every day |
| 11239 |
We try to go abroad at least once a year. abroad in or to a foreign country |
| 11240 |
special arrangements for voters living abroad abroad in or to a foreign country |
| 11241 |
There's a rumour abroad that he will be forced to resign. abroad generally known or felt by a lot of people |
| 11242 |
the medical legal nursing teaching profession profession a job that you need special skills and qualifications to do, especially one with high social status |
| 11243 |
People in my profession have a duty to the public. profession in a profession a job that you need special skills and qualifications to do, especially one with high social status |
| 11244 |
We admit that a few members of our profession have behaved badly. profession member of a profession a job that you need special skills and qualifications to do, especially one with high social status |
| 11245 |
Her father discouraged her from going into the legal profession. profession go into enter join a profession a job that you need special skills and qualifications to do, especially one with high social status |
| 11246 |
The medical profession is always telling us we should exercise more. profession all the people who work in a particular profession: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 11247 |
a profession of faith profession a statement of a feeling or belief |
| 11248 |
He was a teacher by profession. profession by profession as your profession or job |
| 11249 |
The men were struggling with their heavy loads. load something that a person or animal carries, especially a large amount of things |
| 11250 |
She drove back from the farm with a full load of hay. load load of the goods that a vehicle carries |
| 11251 |
The hip belt on this rucksack takes most of the load off the shoulders. load the amount of weight or pressure that something has to bear |
| 11252 |
Teaching loads have increased this year. load an amount of work that a person, piece of equipment, or system has to do at one time |
| 11253 |
We need a computer that can cope with the load. load an amount of work that a person, piece of equipment, or system has to do at one time |
| 11254 |
You must allow others to share your load. load a problem, responsibility, or worry that you have to deal with |
| 11255 |
Knowledge of what they had done was a heavy load to bear. load a heavy load to bear carry a problem, responsibility, or worry that you have to deal with |
| 11256 |
I think I'll put on another load of washing. load a quantity of clothes that you put in a washing machine |
| 11257 |
Get a load of that dress! load get a load of used for telling someone to look at or listen to someone or something that you think is funny or interesting |
| 11258 |
You're getting yourself into a whole load of trouble. load a load of loads of something a lot of something, often something unpleasant |
| 11259 |
He's making loads of money. load a load of loads of something a lot of something, often something unpleasant |
| 11260 |
I've got loads to do today. load loads (of things) to do a lot of something, often something unpleasant |
| 11261 |
What your previous caller said was a load of old rubbish. load a load of crap rubbish garbage etc used for emphasizing that you think something is stupid or wrong |
| 11262 |
They are loading the truck now. load to put a load onto or into something such as a vehicle or container |
| 11263 |
Down at the docks, ships were loading and unloading. load to put a load onto or into something such as a vehicle or container |
| 11264 |
Were there any problems loading the cargo onto the boat? load load something into onto something to put a load onto or into something such as a vehicle or container |
| 11265 |
She loaded my plate with grapes and plums. load load something with something to put a load onto or into something such as a vehicle or container |
| 11266 |
Did you load the dishwasher? load to put something into a piece of equipment so that it is ready to use |
| 11267 |
He loaded the cassette into the player. load load something with into something to put something into a piece of equipment so that it is ready to use |
| 11268 |
My camera is loaded with a colour film. load to put something into a piece of equipment so that it is ready to use |
| 11269 |
The data is loaded from a spreadsheet file. load to put information or a program into a computer |
| 11270 |
He stopped to load his rifle. load to put bullets into a gun |
| 11271 |
There is growing concern over the future of the countryside. countryside the area outside towns and cities, with farms, fields, and trees |
| 11272 |
The region boasts some of the most beautiful countryside in the state. countryside the area outside towns and cities, with farms, fields, and trees |
| 11273 |
Can you think of a rhyme for 'hat'? rhyme rhyme for a word that ends with the same sound as another word |
| 11274 |
a poem written in rhyme rhyme in rhyme the use of words that are rhymes, especially in poetry |
| 11275 |
There was no rhyme or reason for his sudden departure. rhyme no rhyme or reason used for emphasizing that there is no reason or explanation for something |
| 11276 |
The words 'cat' and 'hat' rhyme. rhyme if two words or lines of poetry rhyme, they end with a similar sound |
| 11277 |
'Boy' rhymes with 'toy'. rhyme rhyme with if two words or lines of poetry rhyme, they end with a similar sound |
| 11278 |
A new generation of DJs who rap and rhyme has filled the airwaves. rhyme to produce rhymes |
| 11279 |
Notice that the poet rhymes 'space' with 'ice'. rhyme to produce rhymes |
| 11280 |
a new pair of ski boots boot walking hiking riding ski boots a type of shoe that covers all of your foot and part of your leg. You often wear boots to protect your feet and legs, for example from snow or rain |
| 11281 |
She wore black leather ankle boots. boot ankle knee thigh boots a type of shoe that covers all of your foot and part of your leg. You often wear boots to protect your feet and legs, for example from snow or rain |
| 11282 |
I was always the poor one, but now the boot is on the other foot. boot the boot is on the other foot used for saying that a situation has changed completely, so that the person who had the least power now has the most |
| 11283 |
He was useless, and soon got the boot. boot to be told to leave your job or your school |
| 11284 |
That's just like him to put the boot in when I'm down. boot to criticize or unfairly attack someone who is already in a difficult position |
| 11285 |
They were shaking in their boots when they saw their opponents. boot quake shake in your boots to feel very afraid |
| 11286 |
The vegetables were overcooked and tasteless, and cold to boot. boot to boot used for emphasizing the last point in a list of comments or criticisms |
| 11287 |
I think he's getting too big for his boots. boot too big for his her boots used for saying that someone thinks they are more important or powerful than they really are |
| 11288 |
He kept booting the ball into the crowd. boot boot something up down around into etc to kick something or someone hard |
| 11289 |
It'll take my laptop a couple of minutes to boot. boot if a computer boots, or if you boot it, it starts working and becomes ready to use |
| 11290 |
We listen to rock music mostly. mostly usually, most of the time, or in most situations |
| 11291 |
Mostly, he avoids conflict. mostly usually, most of the time, or in most situations |
| 11292 |
a group of journalists, mostly American mostly used for saying what the largest part of something is like or consists of |
| 11293 |
The panel consists mostly of local businessmen. mostly used for saying what the largest part of something is like or consists of |
| 11294 |
The majority said they work mostly because they need the money. mostly mostly because used for emphasizing the main reason or purpose of something |
| 11295 |
This machine was used mostly for agricultural work. mostly mostly for used for emphasizing the main reason or purpose of something |
| 11296 |
Tonight's going to be mostly cloudy. mostly generally |
| 11297 |
a sudden rise in violent crime sudden happening very quickly and without any sign that it is going to happen |
| 11298 |
She felt a sudden pain in her hip. sudden happening very quickly and without any sign that it is going to happen |
| 11299 |
His departure was very sudden and unexpected. sudden happening very quickly and without any sign that it is going to happen |
| 11300 |
All of a sudden, the bedroom window flew open. sudden all of a sudden if something happens all of a sudden, it happens quickly, and without any sign that it is going to happen |
| 11301 |
The agreement was signed but its recommendations were never implemented. implement to make something such as an idea, plan, system, or law start to work and be used |
| 11302 |
Attempts to implement change have met with strong opposition. implement to make something such as an idea, plan, system, or law start to work and be used |
| 11303 |
He did not have a good reputation in his home town. reputation the opinion that people have about how good or how bad someone or something is |
| 11304 |
His novel won the Booker Prize and established his reputation. reputation the opinion that people have that a person, place, or thing is good |
| 11305 |
Albertson will stop at nothing to safeguard the reputation of the university. reputation the opinion that people have that a person, place, or thing is good |
| 11306 |
The university has an international reputation as a centre of excellence. reputation reputation as a general opinion that someone or something has a particular quality |
| 11307 |
Clark had a reputation for arrogance and ruthlessness. reputation reputation for a general opinion that someone or something has a particular quality |
| 11308 |
I had already printed twenty pages when I noticed the page numbers were all wrong. print to produce words, numbers, pictures etc on paper, using a printer or printing press |
| 11309 |
We plan to print 50,000 copies in the initial run. print to produce words, numbers, pictures etc on paper, using a printer or printing press |
| 11310 |
You can print on both sides of the paper. print print on to produce words, numbers, pictures etc on paper, using a printer or printing press |
| 11311 |
The book is beautifully printed on quality paper. print print something on something to produce words, numbers, pictures etc on paper, using a printer or printing press |
| 11312 |
The advanced technology will enable the newspaper to print in colour. print print in colour black and white bold type etc to produce words, numbers, pictures etc on paper, using a printer or printing press |
| 11313 |
They refused to print my letter as it was too critical. print to publish something in a newspaper or magazine |
| 11314 |
Please be sure to print your name next to your signature. print to write by hand using individual letters that are not joined together |
| 11315 |
You can see someone's initials printed in the sand there. print to create a mark on a surface by pressing something into it |
| 11316 |
The printed word has faced growing competition from new technology. print the printed word anything that you read in a book, magazine, newspaper etc |
| 11317 |
There were huge paw prints right outside our tent. print a mark made by pressing something onto a surface |
| 11318 |
See that hand print in the mud? print a mark made by pressing something onto a surface |
| 11319 |
We found no prints on either the glass or the telephone. print a fingerprint |
| 11320 |
The print is too small to read. print letters or other symbols made by pressing ink, paint etc on paper or a similar surface |
| 11321 |
Many of her novels are available in large print. print letters or other symbols made by pressing ink, paint etc on paper or a similar surface |
| 11322 |
All the figures that have changed are shown in bold print. print bold print (=thick, dark print) letters or other symbols made by pressing ink, paint etc on paper or a similar surface |
| 11323 |
There were only a few prints of this made by the artist. print an image created by pressing a special piece of wood, metal etc with a raised design on it onto paper or another surface |
| 11324 |
a potato print print an image created by pressing a special piece of wood, metal etc with a raised design on it onto paper or another surface |
| 11325 |
a collection of Rembrandt prints print a picture that is a copy of a painting |
| 11326 |
Those old black and white prints are much more sensitive to light. print a photograph developed from a negative |
| 11327 |
She was wearing a bold flowered print. print a piece of clothing or cloth with a pattern printed on it |
| 11328 |
How does it feel to finally see one of your articles in print? print printed in a book, magazine or newspaper |
| 11329 |
Is that old grammar book still in print? print a book, magazine etc that is in print is still available to buy from its publisher |
| 11330 |
We'll need to calculate the overall costs. calculate to discover a number or amount using mathematics or with a piece of equipment such as a calculator |
| 11331 |
He calculates that the proposal would cost 4 million a year. calculate calculate (that) to discover a number or amount using mathematics or with a piece of equipment such as a calculator |
| 11332 |
The program helps you to calculate how much tax you have to pay. calculate calculate how what to discover a number or amount using mathematics or with a piece of equipment such as a calculator |
| 11333 |
It's difficult to calculate the long-term effects of these changes in the law. calculate to make a judgment about what is likely to happen or likely to be true using the available information |
| 11334 |
His decision was hardly calculated to endear him to others. calculate very likely to have a particular result |
| 11335 |
The government is keen to avoid further conflict with the unions. keen be keen to do something wanting to do something, or wanting other people to do something |
| 11336 |
We are very keen to encourage more local employers to work with us. keen very particularly keen wanting to do something, or wanting other people to do something |
| 11337 |
The captain wasn't keen on having him in the team. keen be keen on doing something wanting to do something, or wanting other people to do something |
| 11338 |
Of course I'm keen for him to be successful. keen be keen for someone to do something wanting to do something, or wanting other people to do something |
| 11339 |
Many of our players are very young and keen. keen wanting to do something well |
| 11340 |
The students in this class are all very keen. keen wanting to do something well |
| 11341 |
a keen cyclist gardener amateur historian keen very interested in an activity that you do often because you enjoy it |
| 11342 |
His business training was combined with a keen sense of duty. keen very strong |
| 11343 |
a keen awareness of the importance of IT to industry keen very strong |
| 11344 |
Mr Lindsay always took a keen interest in his pupils' achievements. keen a keen interest in something very strong |
| 11345 |
Vultures are known for their extremely keen eyesight. keen keen sight, hearing etc makes you very good at seeing things, hearing things etc |
| 11346 |
I have a very keen sense of smell. keen keen sight, hearing etc makes you very good at seeing things, hearing things etc |
| 11347 |
a keen mind brain intellect keen used about someone's mental abilities |
| 11348 |
My friend's a tireless shopper with a keen eye for a bargain. keen a keen eye for something an ability to notice and recognize something |
| 11349 |
He seems pretty keen on her. keen keen on someone liking someone, or thinking that they are attractive |
| 11350 |
I'm telling you, she's dead keen on you. keen dead keen (=extremely keen) liking someone, or thinking that they are attractive |
| 11351 |
All the kids are keen on swimming. keen keen on something interested in something and enjoying it, especially an activity that you do often |
| 11352 |
He's also very keen on modern painters. keen keen on something interested in something and enjoying it, especially an activity that you do often |
| 11353 |
I was mad keen on horses then. keen mad keen on something (=extremely keen) interested in something and enjoying it, especially an activity that you do often |
| 11354 |
a thrilling and unforgettable experience thrilling extremely exciting |
| 11355 |
a competition to guess the weight of the pig guess to say or decide what you think is true, without being certain about it |
| 11356 |
It's difficult even to guess at the figures. guess guess at to say or decide what you think is true, without being certain about it |
| 11357 |
He guessed her age as 14 or 15. guess guess something as something to say or decide what you think is true, without being certain about it |
| 11358 |
Would anyone like to guess what this object is? guess guess what who how etc to say or decide what you think is true, without being certain about it |
| 11359 |
She guessed that it was about midday from the position of the sun. guess guess (that) to say or decide what you think is true, without being certain about it |
| 11360 |
Scientists are really still guessing as to the true cause of ice ages. guess guess as to something to say or decide what you think is true, without being certain about it |
| 11361 |
Whoever guesses correctly will win two tickets to the show. guess guess correctly right to say or decide what you think is true, without being certain about it |
| 11362 |
He had already guessed the answer. guess to be correct about something that you guess |
| 11363 |
Surely she would guess the truth. guess to be correct about something that you guess |
| 11364 |
He wondered whether she knew or guessed about Amy. guess guess about to be correct about something that you guess |
| 11365 |
Tim guessed she was awake. guess guess (that) to be correct about something that you guess |
| 11366 |
I expect you've guessed by now that I lost the fight. guess to be correct about something that you guess |
| 11367 |
She guessed from the noise that her brothers were home. guess guess something from something to be correct about something that you guess |
| 11368 |
From his expression, it wasn't hard to guess what had happened. guess not be hard to guess something to be correct about something that you guess |
| 11369 |
Guess what! I won a trip to the Caribbean! guess guess what used for introducing what you want to tell someone, especially when you are pleased or excited about it |
| 11370 |
I guess I'll never be able to explain. guess I guess (that) used when you are saying something that you think is probably true or correct |
| 11371 |
'So you won't be going there again?' 'I guess not.' guess I guess not used when you are saying something that you think is probably true or correct |
| 11372 |
'Were you happy with the result?' 'Well, I guess so.' guess I guess so (=used for saying yes, but not very strongly) used when you are saying something that you think is probably true or correct |
| 11373 |
Why this approach failed, we can only guess. guess I you he etc can only guess used for emphasizing that something is not known, especially someone's feelings or the degree to which something is happening |
| 11374 |
Melissa could only guess at what the child must be feeling. guess I you he etc can only guess at used for emphasizing that something is not known, especially someone's feelings or the degree to which something is happening |
| 11375 |
Looking at her now you'd never guess she'd been so upset. guess I you she etc would never guess used for showing that you think something is not at all obvious |
| 11376 |
I'd never have guessed that they were married. guess I you she etc would never guess used for showing that you think something is not at all obvious |
| 11377 |
The origins of the name kept everyone guessing. guess keep someone guessing to deliberately not tell someone what is happening or what is going to happen |
| 11378 |
What are we having for dinner? No, let me guess... guess let me guess used when you are going to say what you think is happening, instead of waiting for someone to tell you |
| 11379 |
In a bar one night I met a girl, asked her out, and you can guess the rest. guess you can guess used for saying that it is very obvious what happened or what is going to happen |
| 11380 |
You'll never guess who I sat next to! guess you'll never guess who what how etc used for introducing something interesting or exciting that you want to tell someone |
| 11381 |
The weather forecast for the holiday weekend – yes, you've guessed it! Wet and windy. guess you've guessed it used for saying that the bad thing that someone expects is true or will happen |
| 11382 |
Have a guess and then check it on your calculator. guess have make take a guess the action of saying what you think is true or will happen, without being certain |
| 11383 |
Take a guess at what's behind this screen. guess guess at the action of saying what you think is true or will happen, without being certain |
| 11384 |
a guess as to the number of people who might come guess guess as to the action of saying what you think is true or will happen, without being certain |
| 11385 |
At a rough guess, I'd say there were twenty people in the room. guess rough guess (=one that is not expected to be accurate) the action of saying what you think is true or will happen, without being certain |
| 11386 |
OK, I'll make a wild guess, but I really don't know. guess wild guess (=one that is very unlikely to be accurate) the action of saying what you think is true or will happen, without being certain |
| 11387 |
The researchers made several inspired guesses about how the brain works. guess good lucky inspired guess the action of saying what you think is true or will happen, without being certain |
| 11388 |
I could probably make an educated guess. guess educated informed guess (=one that is based on some knowledge) the action of saying what you think is true or will happen, without being certain |
| 11389 |
We can only hazard a guess at what happened. guess hazard a guess (=make a guess that will probably not be accurate) the action of saying what you think is true or will happen, without being certain |
| 11390 |
At a guess, she thought the house must have been built between the wars. guess at a guess used for making it clear that what you are saying is a guess, and it is likely to not be correct |
| 11391 |
We don't have enough information even to give a best guess. guess an opinion about the thing that is most likely to happen |
| 11392 |
Our best guess is that we'll be ready in two weeks. guess an opinion about the best thing that could happen |
| 11393 |
What this all means is anybody's guess. guess something is anyone's guess used for saying that something is not known by anyone |
| 11394 |
It's anyone's guess who'll win the election. guess something is anyone's guess used for saying that something is not known by anyone |
| 11395 |
The Bill incorporates a number of recommendations made by the committee. recommendation make a recommendation (to someone) a suggestion or piece of advice about how to solve a problem, deal with a situation etc |
| 11396 |
recommendations for reform recommendation recommendation for a suggestion or piece of advice about how to solve a problem, deal with a situation etc |
| 11397 |
Prizes are awarded on the Board's recommendation. recommendation a suggestion that someone or something is especially suitable or useful for a particular situation |
| 11398 |
We haven't heard from him since last autumn. autumn the season of the year that comes between summer and winter. The usual American word is fall |
| 11399 |
They were married in the autumn of 1953. autumn the season of the year that comes between summer and winter. The usual American word is fall |
| 11400 |
a cold autumn afternoon autumn the season of the year that comes between summer and winter. The usual American word is fall |
| 11401 |
You can cook the meat either in a microwave or in a conventional oven. conventional of the usual, traditional, or accepted type, instead of being new and different |
| 11402 |
He wanted a conventional marriage with a wife and kids. conventional of the usual, traditional, or accepted type, instead of being new and different |
| 11403 |
the problems associated with conventional methods of energy production conventional of the usual, traditional, or accepted type, instead of being new and different |
| 11404 |
Her views are remarkably conventional. conventional of the usual, traditional, or accepted type, instead of being new and different |
| 11405 |
the deployment of conventional armed forces in Europe conventional conventional weapons are guns, bombs etc of the usual type, not nuclear weapons. A conventional war is one that does not involve the use of nuclear weapons |
| 11406 |
The study challenges the conventional wisdom that exercise is good for you. conventional conventional wisdom beliefs or opinions that most people accept as correct |
| 11407 |
Considering how bad her injuries are, she's coping very well. cope to deal successfully with a difficult situation or job |
| 11408 |
Young people especially find it difficult to cope with death. cope to deal successfully with a difficult situation or job |
| 11409 |
a seminar on coping with stress in the workplace cope cope with to deal successfully with a difficult situation or job |
| 11410 |
electronic safety systems designed to cope with engine failure cope cope with used about systems and machines |
| 11411 |
one of the countries that constitute the European Union constitute if several people or things constitute something, they combine to form it |
| 11412 |
This letter does not constitute an offer of employment. constitute if something constitutes something else, it is considered to be that thing |
| 11413 |
The invasion constitutes a clear violation of our sovereignty. constitute if something constitutes something else, it is considered to be that thing |
| 11414 |
They're worried about the government's present low standing in the polls. poll an occasion when a lot of people are asked what they feel about something, usually by a company paid by a political party, television programme etc |
| 11415 |
A recent poll indicated that most people opposed the changes. poll an occasion when a lot of people are asked what they feel about something, usually by a company paid by a political party, television programme etc |
| 11416 |
According to a poll conducted last week, 75% of the public support the Prime Minister. poll carry out conduct a poll an occasion when a lot of people are asked what they feel about something, usually by a company paid by a political party, television programme etc |
| 11417 |
Labour were the big winners in yesterday's poll. poll the process of voting and the counting of votes |
| 11418 |
Wilson came away with 64% of the poll. poll the total number of votes in an election or referendum |
| 11419 |
The polls close at ten o'clock. poll the place where people vote |
| 11420 |
The country will be going to the polls in less than a month. poll go to the polls to vote in an election |
| 11421 |
Over half of those polled said Yes to devolution. poll to ask a lot of people their opinions about something, especially a political issue |
| 11422 |
The winner polled over 16,000 votes. poll to get a particular number or percentage of votes in an election or referendum |
| 11423 |
Some 30,000 workers took voluntary redundancy. voluntary a voluntary action is done because you choose to do it, and not because you have to |
| 11424 |
The advertising of alcoholic drinks is regulated by a voluntary code. voluntary a voluntary action is done because you choose to do it, and not because you have to |
| 11425 |
My job at the hospital is purely voluntary. voluntary voluntary work is done for no pay |
| 11426 |
All the teachers work on a voluntary basis. voluntary on a voluntary basis (=without being paid) voluntary work is done for no pay |
| 11427 |
a voluntary organization group agency voluntary a voluntary organization does important work for the community but is not part of the official government services, and usually has to raise all its money by itself |
| 11428 |
the voluntary sector voluntary a voluntary organization does important work for the community but is not part of the official government services, and usually has to raise all its money by itself |
| 11429 |
Did he do it voluntarily, or did you make him? voluntary |
| 11430 |
She scrubbed the kitchen table clean. scrub to wash or clean something by rubbing it hard, especially with a brush |
| 11431 |
He stood there scrubbing at his shirt with the towel. scrub scrub at to wash or clean something by rubbing it hard, especially with a brush |
| 11432 |
The Prime Minister scrubbed his long-planned trip to the Middle East. scrub to decide not to do something that you planned to do |
| 11433 |
Your face needs a good scrub. scrub a thorough wash or clean |
| 11434 |
The necklace is not very valuable. valuable worth a lot of money |
| 11435 |
a valuable antique valuable worth a lot of money |
| 11436 |
The job gave her an opportunity to gain valuable experience. valuable very useful and important |
| 11437 |
The research should provide valuable insights into organizational arrangements. valuable valuable insights lessons information very useful and important |
| 11438 |
Her latest book is a valuable contribution to the debate on cloning. valuable a valuable contribution resource addition very useful and important |
| 11439 |
The results could prove extremely valuable. valuable prove valuable very useful and important |
| 11440 |
Valuable seconds were wasted while Schumacher's car was stuck in the pits. valuable valuable time is important because there is not much of it available |
| 11441 |
The doctors expect Josie to make a full and speedy recovery. recovery make a recovery the process of becoming fit and healthy again after an illness or injury |
| 11442 |
his recovery from alcoholism recovery recovery from the process of becoming fit and healthy again after an illness or injury |
| 11443 |
There were still no real signs of an economic recovery. recovery the process of returning to normal activity after a period of slow activity |
| 11444 |
the recovery of stolen property recovery recovery of the act of getting something again that was lost, stolen, or owed |
| 11445 |
Their objective is the recovery of land lost in previous wars. recovery the act of getting something again that was lost, stolen, or owed |
| 11446 |
Ralph Fiennes was cast in the lead role of King Richard. cast to choose a performer for a particular part or for a particular type of part in a film, play etc |
| 11447 |
She was tired of always being cast as a sex symbol. cast cast someone as something to choose a performer for a particular part or for a particular type of part in a film, play etc |
| 11448 |
From his earliest days on the team he was cast as a troublemaker. cast cast someone as something to describe someone or something as belonging to a particular type |
| 11449 |
She cast an impatient look at Mitch and stormed out of the room. cast cast a look glance to look at someone or something in a particular way |
| 11450 |
Harry cast his eyes over the bewildering array of instruments on the control panel. cast cast an eye over cast your eyes over to look at someone or something in a particular way |
| 11451 |
The Rodin sculptures are cast in bronze. cast to form an object by pouring liquid metal or liquid plastic into a mould |
| 11452 |
The recent downturn in sales casts doubt on the company's future. cast cast doubt on something to make something seem less certain, good, or real |
| 11453 |
fresh information that casts doubt on his integrity cast cast doubt on something to make something seem less certain, good, or real |
| 11454 |
Try to cast your mind back to the last conversation you had with her. cast cast your mind back to think about something that happened in the past, especially in order to remember something important |
| 11455 |
Velikovsky had cast his net wide in search of supporting evidence for his theory. cast cast your net wide to consider or involve a large variety of people or things |
| 11456 |
Human genome research is casting new light on Alzheimer's disease. cast cast (new fresh) light on something to provide information that helps people understand something more clearly |
| 11457 |
Last night's killings cast a dark shadow over the peace talks. cast cast a shadow over something to make a situation seem less hopeful and more likely to end badly |
| 11458 |
Stonehenge never fails to cast a spell over the traveller. cast to have a strong emotional effect on someone |
| 11459 |
Fewer than 20% of the votes cast were for conservative candidates. cast cast a vote to vote in an election |
| 11460 |
An all-star cast includes Michael Douglas as the US President. cast all the performers in a film, play etc |
| 11461 |
The play has a cast of four. cast cast of all the performers in a film, play etc |
| 11462 |
She was a member of the cast of The Sound of Music for years. cast all the performers in a film, play etc |
| 11463 |
Sheila broke her arm skiing and had to wear a cast. cast a hard cover for protecting a broken or injured part of the body, such as an arm or leg, while it is getting better |
| 11464 |
The museum's study hall has casts of many Greek statues. cast an object formed into a particular shape by pouring a liquid into a mould, allowing the liquid to become hard, and then removing the mould |
| 11465 |
men of a military cast of mind cast cast of mind a particular type of something, especially someone's mind, face, or features |
| 11466 |
His face had a slightly greenish cast. cast the particular way that something looks, especially if it is only slightly noticeable |
| 11467 |
The conclusions in the report were based on a false premise. premise a principle or statement that you consider to be true, that you base other ideas and actions on |
| 11468 |
We started from the premise that the situation can get no worse. premise a principle or statement that you consider to be true, that you base other ideas and actions on |
| 11469 |
These guys continue to amaze with their excellent music. amaze to surprise someone very much, especially by being very impressive |
| 11470 |
What amazes me is that they never get tired. amaze what amazes me is that it amazes me that to surprise someone very much, especially by being very impressive |
| 11471 |
The crisis was resolved by negotiation. resolve to solve a problem, or to find a satisfactory way of dealing with a disagreement |
| 11472 |
A meeting has been called to resolve the dispute. resolve to solve a problem, or to find a satisfactory way of dealing with a disagreement |
| 11473 |
The committee resolved to review the overall level of spending. resolve resolve to do something to make a formal decision, usually after a discussion and a vote at a meeting |
| 11474 |
She resolved to leave as soon as possible. resolve resolve to do something to make a firm decision to do something |
| 11475 |
The President vowed the attack would not weaken US resolve. resolve strengthen weaken someone's resolve firm determination to do something |
| 11476 |
a pair of trousers trousers a piece of clothing covering the body from the waist to the feet, divided into separate parts for each leg and worn by both men and women |
| 11477 |
People who exercise regularly are less likely to feel stress. regularly after equal amounts of time have passed, for example every day or every month |
| 11478 |
A committee will meet regularly to discuss the company's progress. regularly after equal amounts of time have passed, for example every day or every month |
| 11479 |
The equipment needs to be checked regularly. regularly frequently |
| 11480 |
He travels to Paris fairly regularly. regularly frequently |
| 11481 |
The council planted trees along the streets at regularly spaced intervals. regularly with an even shape, or arranged with an equal amount of space between objects |
| 11482 |
We can help you solve your financial problems. solve solve a problem to find a solution to something that is causing difficulties |
| 11483 |
It is hoped that diplomatic efforts can solve the crisis peacefully. solve solve a crisis dispute conflict to find a solution to something that is causing difficulties |
| 11484 |
He hopes to solve the mystery of the plane's disappearance. solve solve a mystery puzzle riddle to find the reason or explanation for something |
| 11485 |
The case was solved 25 years later using DNA evidence. solve solve a case crime murder (=find out who committed a crime) to find the reason or explanation for something |
| 11486 |
Critics say the plan is short-sighted and dangerous. critic someone who does not like something and states their opinion about it |
| 11487 |
She has been the strongest critic of the government's tax proposals. critic critic of someone who does not like something and states their opinion about it |
| 11488 |
Michael is the paper's literary critic. critic someone whose job is to write or broadcast their opinions about things such as books, films, or plays |
| 11489 |
Most of the population is employed in agriculture and fishing. agriculture the work, business, or study of farming |
| 11490 |
a block lump of ice ice water that has frozen and become solid |
| 11491 |
Ice was forming on the windscreen. ice water that has frozen and become solid |
| 11492 |
Ice covered most of the lake. ice water that has frozen and become solid |
| 11493 |
a gin and tonic with plenty of ice ice pieces of ice used for making drinks cold |
| 11494 |
ice cubes ice made of ice, or relating to ice |
| 11495 |
ice skates ice made of ice, or relating to ice |
| 11496 |
ice dancing ice made of ice, or relating to ice |
| 11497 |
The whole deal was put on ice when the stock market fell sharply. ice keep put something on ice to delay doing anything about a plan or idea |
| 11498 |
I was on thin ice, and I knew it. ice on thin ice at risk of upsetting or annoying someone |
| 11499 |
The US Constitution guarantees freedom of the press. constitution a set of basic laws or principles for a country that describe the rights and duties of its citizens and the way in which it is governed |
| 11500 |
The UK does not have a written constitution. constitution a set of basic laws or principles for a country that describe the rights and duties of its citizens and the way in which it is governed |
| 11501 |
Some members were proposing changes to the club's constitution. constitution a set of basic rules and principles for an organization that control how it operates |
| 11502 |
She has always had a strong constitution. constitution your general physical condition, health, and strength |
| 11503 |
We plan to change the constitution of the council so that it includes more members of the public. constitution the form or structure of something, or the way in which it is organized |
| 11504 |
Glue the layers together and let them dry. layer an amount or sheet of a substance that covers a surface or that lies between two things or two other substances |
| 11505 |
Finish with a layer of mashed potato and grated cheese. layer layer of an amount or sheet of a substance that covers a surface or that lies between two things or two other substances |
| 11506 |
Luckily the little girl was wearing several layers of warm clothing. layer an amount or sheet of a substance that covers a surface or that lies between two things or two other substances |
| 11507 |
There was a thin layer of ice on the pavements. layer an amount or sheet of a substance that covers a surface or that lies between two things or two other substances |
| 11508 |
another layer of bureaucracy layer layer of a level or rank within an organization or system |
| 11509 |
She layered the aubergine slices with tomatoes, garlic, and parsley. layer to arrange something in a layer or layers |
| 11510 |
the recession in the building industry recession a period when trade and industry are not successful and there is a lot of unemployment |
| 11511 |
The economy was in recession. recession a period when trade and industry are not successful and there is a lot of unemployment |
| 11512 |
As the recession deepened, the group folded. recession a period when trade and industry are not successful and there is a lot of unemployment |
| 11513 |
a slight increase in temperature slight small in size, amount, or degree |
| 11514 |
Jill gave a slight smile. slight small in size, amount, or degree |
| 11515 |
I haven't given the slightest thought to my holiday plans. slight small in size, amount, or degree |
| 11516 |
a slight young woman slight thin, not very tall, and not looking very strong |
| 11517 |
'Are you angry?' 'Not in the slightest'. slight not in the slightest not at all |
| 11518 |
Roger pinched my arm. pinch to squeeze someone's skin between your thumb and finger so that it hurts them |
| 11519 |
I had to pinch myself to make sure I wasn't dreaming. pinch have to pinch yourself used for saying that you do not believe that something good that is happening to you is real |
| 11520 |
I suppose that, at a pinch, we could use my car. pinch at a pinch if it becomes necessary and you have no choice. The American expression is in a pinch |
| 11521 |
With rising interest rates, many homeowners are beginning to feel the pinch. pinch feel the pinch to have less money than you need |
| 11522 |
a dramatic increase in sales dramatic sudden and surprising or easy to notice |
| 11523 |
The change in him was dramatic. dramatic sudden and surprising or easy to notice |
| 11524 |
a dramatic game dramatic exciting and impressive |
| 11525 |
Don't be so dramatic! dramatic dramatic behaviour is done to impress other people |
| 11526 |
She put a hand to her head with a dramatic gesture. dramatic dramatic behaviour is done to impress other people |
| 11527 |
dramatic techniques dramatic relating to the theatre or plays |
| 11528 |
Mexican dishes Mexican relating to Mexico or its culture |
| 11529 |
golden hair golden bright yellow in colour |
| 11530 |
Fry the chicken joints in the oil until golden brown. golden golden brown bright yellow in colour |
| 11531 |
a golden ring golden made of gold |
| 11532 |
The seventies were the golden years of Australian tennis. golden golden days years very happy or successful |
| 11533 |
These measures are only temporary. temporary existing, done, or used for only a limited period of time |
| 11534 |
a temporary job temporary existing, done, or used for only a limited period of time |
| 11535 |
temporary accommodation temporary existing, done, or used for only a limited period of time |
| 11536 |
a temporary lecturer temporary temporary workers do a job for a limited period of time |
| 11537 |
She's only working here temporarily. temporary |
| 11538 |
We're going to break for lunch very shortly. shortly soon, or happening only a short period of time after something |
| 11539 |
Police arrived at the scene shortly after midnight. shortly shortly after before soon, or happening only a short period of time after something |
| 11540 |
Initially she worked for us as a secretary. initially at the beginning |
| 11541 |
I had initially thought I wanted to write novels. initially at the beginning |
| 11542 |
Her arrival livened up the party. arrival the time when someone or something arrives at a place from somewhere else |
| 11543 |
The arrival of BA 106 from Boston has been delayed. arrival arrival of the time when someone or something arrives at a place from somewhere else |
| 11544 |
Parkes was arrested on her arrival from New York. arrival on someone's arrival (=as soon as they arrive) the time when someone or something arrives at a place from somewhere else |
| 11545 |
Since his arrival at the club, he has brought in several star players. arrival the time when someone joins an organization or starts a new job |
| 11546 |
Check the airport monitors for arrivals and departures. arrival planes, trains, or buses that have just arrived at a place after a journey |
| 11547 |
the arrivals board arrival planes, trains, or buses that have just arrived at a place after a journey |
| 11548 |
the arrival of spring arrival arrival of the time when something begins or comes into existence |
| 11549 |
Our lives have been revolutionized by the arrival of the personal computer. arrival the time when something begins or comes into existence |
| 11550 |
Early arrivals get all the best parking spaces. arrival someone who has arrived or joined a group |
| 11551 |
Joe greeted the new arrivals. arrival someone who has arrived or joined a group |
| 11552 |
The organization has made a formal protest against the nuclear testing. protest protest at against a strong complaint or disagreement |
| 11553 |
She resigned in protest against the company's unfair policies. protest in protest a strong complaint or disagreement |
| 11554 |
He left the building without protest after the police arrived. protest without protest a strong complaint or disagreement |
| 11555 |
The decision raised a storm of protest among farmers and agricultural workers. protest raise provoke a storm of protest a strong complaint or disagreement |
| 11556 |
peaceful protests against the war protest something such as a meeting or public statement by people who strongly disagree with a policy, law etc |
| 11557 |
Students will hold a protest this weekend outside Parliament. protest something such as a meeting or public statement by people who strongly disagree with a policy, law etc |
| 11558 |
The office admitted that they had approved the budget under protest. protest under protest if you do something under protest, you say that you do not think it is right or fair |
| 11559 |
Workers are protesting against high unemployment and inflation. protest protest against to disagree strongly with something, often by making a formal statement or taking action in public |
| 11560 |
Prisoners began a hunger strike to protest at their conditions. protest protest at about over to disagree strongly with something, often by making a formal statement or taking action in public |
| 11561 |
To this day she still protests her innocence. protest to try to make other people believe that something is true |
| 11562 |
He protested that he had no knowledge of their criminal activities. protest protest that to try to make other people believe that something is true |
| 11563 |
Vitamin C helps build resistance to infection. resistance resistance to the ability not to be affected or harmed by something, especially a disease or a drug |
| 11564 |
Tumour cells can develop a resistance to certain drugs. resistance the ability not to be affected or harmed by something, especially a disease or a drug |
| 11565 |
The boots showed high water resistance when tested. resistance the ability of an object not to be affected or harmed by wind, water, heat etc |
| 11566 |
This proposal is meeting some resistance at the UN's headquarters. resistance meet (with) face encounter resistance refusal to accept something new such as a plan, idea, or change |
| 11567 |
The government had taken elaborate precautions to crush any resistance. resistance opposition to someone or something, especially a political or military opponent |
| 11568 |
air wind resistance resistance a force that makes a moving object move more slowly |
| 11569 |
We took the path of least resistance and bought him the car he wanted. resistance the line path of least resistance the way of doing something that causes the fewest problems |
| 11570 |
Everyone was totally silent as the president spoke. silent a silent person or group of people does not talk, laugh, or make any noise |
| 11571 |
a crowd of silent onlookers silent a silent person or group of people does not talk, laugh, or make any noise |
| 11572 |
Fathers were expected to be strong and silent. silent used about a person who does not usually talk to other people very much |
| 11573 |
a silent woman silent used about a person who does not usually talk to other people very much |
| 11574 |
If you are arrested, you have the right to remain silent (=you do not have to give information to the police). silent refusing to provide information or to talk about something |
| 11575 |
For the time being, I prefer to stay silent on the matter. silent silent on refusing to provide information or to talk about something |
| 11576 |
Everyone was asked to keep silent about the new project. silent silent about refusing to provide information or to talk about something |
| 11577 |
silent reading silent a silent action or activity is done without talking or making any sounds |
| 11578 |
He said a silent prayer. silent a silent action or activity is done without talking or making any sounds |
| 11579 |
We hiked through a silent pine forest. silent a silent place is very quiet |
| 11580 |
The house was silent except for the hum of the refrigerator. silent a silent place is very quiet |
| 11581 |
High blood pressure is a silent killer. silent if something such as a disease or problem is silent, there no noticeable signs that it exists |
| 11582 |
a silent infection silent if something such as a disease or problem is silent, there no noticeable signs that it exists |
| 11583 |
The 'h' in 'herb' is silent in American English. silent a silent letter is a letter in a word that has no sound when you say the word but that must be used when the word is spelled or written |
| 11584 |
'I've said enough' he mumbled, and fell silent. silent to stop talking or making a noise |
| 11585 |
A ceasefire was agreed to and the guns fell silent. silent if guns fall silent, they stop firing |
| 11586 |
She's been giving me the silent treatment all day. silent the silent treatment behaviour that involves not speaking to someone as a way of showing that you do not approve of them |
| 11587 |
She walked silently towards the door. silent |
| 11588 |
Using a computer helped with the spelling and presentation of his school work. presentation the way in which something is shown, arranged, explained etc |
| 11589 |
The style of presentation is very important in a museum. presentation the way in which something is shown, arranged, explained etc |
| 11590 |
a presentation folder presentation used for showing something in an attractive way |
| 11591 |
He will receive the prize at a presentation on Saturday. presentation a ceremony at which something such as a prize is given to someone |
| 11592 |
Kim received a presentation to mark his achievements over 25 years. presentation something that you receive at a presentation |
| 11593 |
I'm going to ask you each to make a very short presentation. presentation make give a presentation (on something) a formal talk in which you describe or explain something to a group of people |
| 11594 |
Last night the prosecution team ended their presentation of the case against him. presentation the process of offering something for people to consider or judge |
| 11595 |
On presentation of a valid ticket, passengers may claim a free drink. presentation the process of showing something such as a passport to someone in an official position so that they can check it |
| 11596 |
a two-hour presentation of Charlotte Bronte's classic tale of love presentation a performance of a play or other entertainment |
| 11597 |
I promise I won't tell a soul. soul a person |
| 11598 |
There wasn't a soul to be seen. soul not a soul a person |
| 11599 |
Her husband was killed in the war, poor soul. soul a particular type of person |
| 11600 |
a village of only 170 souls soul people |
| 11601 |
His poetry contains many beautiful images, but it lacks soul. soul a quality in a piece of art, music, or writing that expresses strong feelings and affects people's emotions |
| 11602 |
If you're not touched by this film, you've no soul. soul the ability to feel strong emotions such as happiness and sadness |
| 11603 |
The loss of local shops has destroyed the soul of the community. soul the soul of the city university community etc the qualities that are typical of something and make it special |
| 11604 |
She's the soul of discretion. soul be the soul of something to be the perfect example of a particular quality |
| 11605 |
Laughter is good for the soul. soul good for the soul good for you |
| 11606 |
He would sell his soul for a seat in the cabinet. soul sell your soul (to the devil) to do whatever is necessary in order to get something you want, even if it involves doing something dishonest or immoral |
| 11607 |
Young babies do not have a fully developed sense of self. self sense of self who you are and what you think and feel, especially the conscious feeling of being separate and different from other people |
| 11608 |
All he ever thinks about is self. self what you feel and want, rather than what other people feel and want |
| 11609 |
Yoga is designed to balance our inner selves. self your inner self your thoughts and emotions |
| 11610 |
Did she seem her normal self? self your normal usual self the type of person that you usually are, when nothing has happened to upset you |
| 11611 |
At home, he was his usual cheerful self. self your normal usual self the type of person that you usually are, when nothing has happened to upset you |
| 11612 |
She lets very few people see her true self. self your true real self the type of person that you are when you are not trying to impress anyone |
| 11613 |
self-respect (=respect for yourself) self- relating to yourself or itself: used with many nouns and adjectives |
| 11614 |
a self-cleaning oven (=an oven that cleans itself) self- relating to yourself or itself: used with many nouns and adjectives |
| 11615 |
It is still too soon to form a judgment about this. judgment judgment about an opinion that you have after thinking carefully about something |
| 11616 |
You have to accept his judgment on the matter. judgment judgment on an opinion that you have after thinking carefully about something |
| 11617 |
The system allows us to make judgments as to its quality. judgment judgment as to an opinion that you have after thinking carefully about something |
| 11618 |
He's too quick to make judgments about other people. judgment make a judgment an opinion that you have after thinking carefully about something |
| 11619 |
The counsellor should not pass judgment or give advice. judgment pass judgment (=give your opinion, especially when it is a criticism) an opinion that you have after thinking carefully about something |
| 11620 |
I'll reserve judgment on him for now. judgment reserve judgment (=not give your opinion until you have more information) an opinion that you have after thinking carefully about something |
| 11621 |
In her judgment, he was not very good at his job. judgment in someone's judgment an opinion that you have after thinking carefully about something |
| 11622 |
The alcohol had adversely affected his judgment. judgment your ability to understand a situation well and make good decisions |
| 11623 |
Don't ask me – use your own judgment. judgment use exercise your judgment your ability to understand a situation well and make good decisions |
| 11624 |
Just for a moment, anger clouded my professional judgment. judgment something clouds impairs someone's judgment (=makes it less effective) your ability to understand a situation well and make good decisions |
| 11625 |
the judgment handed down today by the Supreme Court judgment a decision that is made by a judge in a court of law |
| 11626 |
I took his advice, somewhat against my better judgment. judgment against someone's better judgment if someone does something against their better judgment, they do it even though they are not sure that it is a good idea |
| 11627 |
What right do you have to sit in judgment over me? judgment sit stand in judgment on over someone to criticize someone in a way that shows you think you are better than they are |
| 11628 |
We've been feeding the ducks on the river. feed to give food to a person or an animal |
| 11629 |
The dogs were fed on raw meat. feed feed someone something on something to give food to a person or an animal |
| 11630 |
The leftover food is fed to the pigs. feed feed something to someone something to give food to a person or an animal |
| 11631 |
All the children will be properly fed and cared for. feed properly fed to give food to a person or an animal |
| 11632 |
The money he brings home isn't enough to feed a family of five. feed to provide people with food so that they can live |
| 11633 |
More food supplies are needed to feed the starving population. feed to provide people with food so that they can live |
| 11634 |
Young babies need to feed every three to four hours. feed if a baby feeds, or if you feed it, the baby drinks milk |
| 11635 |
She sat down to feed the baby. feed if a baby feeds, or if you feed it, the baby drinks milk |
| 11636 |
The birds return here to feed at dusk. feed if an animal feeds, it looks for food and eats it |
| 11637 |
The plants should be fed and watered regularly. feed to put a substance onto a plant or into the soil to make a plant grow well |
| 11638 |
Feed tomato plants with a general fertilizer once a week. feed feed something with something to put a substance onto a plant or into the soil to make a plant grow well |
| 11639 |
He's been feeding the police with information about terrorist activities. feed feed someone with something to provide a supply of something for a person or a machine |
| 11640 |
Information is fed into the computer and stored in a database. feed feed something into something to provide a supply of something for a person or a machine |
| 11641 |
the main arteries that feed blood to the brain feed feed something to someone something to provide a supply of something for a person or a machine |
| 11642 |
She saw him feeding documents into the shredder. feed feed something into something to push something into a machine, especially slowly and gently |
| 11643 |
Feed the fabric gently through the machine. feed feed something through (something) to push something into a machine, especially slowly and gently |
| 11644 |
I fed the parking meter with my remaining change. feed feed something with something to push something into a machine, especially slowly and gently |
| 11645 |
The newspapers are feeding public anxiety about contaminated food. feed to make a feeling stronger |
| 11646 |
Many young drug users turn to crime to feed their habit. feed feed a habit to provide what is necessary |
| 11647 |
Her son was using his dinner money to feed his gambling addiction. feed feed an addiction to provide what is necessary |
| 11648 |
I was out working in the garden while you lot were feeding your faces! feed feed your face to eat a lot |
| 11649 |
She had her last feed at two o'clock. feed have a feed an occasion on which you give milk to a baby |
| 11650 |
I'll give him another feed just before we leave. feed give someone a feed an occasion on which you give milk to a baby |
| 11651 |
Hay is used as winter feed for the cows. feed food given to animals |
| 11652 |
He looks as though he could do with a good feed. feed a meal |
| 11653 |
He was gracious enough to invite us to his home. gracious showing kindness and good manners |
| 11654 |
These exercises are good for your stomach muscles. muscle a piece of flesh that connects one bone to another and is used for moving a particular part of your body |
| 11655 |
He limped out of the game after pulling a muscle . muscle pull a muscle (=injure a muscle) a piece of flesh that connects one bone to another and is used for moving a particular part of your body |
| 11656 |
It's going to take a lot of muscle to lift the fridge. muscle physical strength |
| 11657 |
military financial political muscle muscle the power that a person or organization uses to influence or control a situation |
| 11658 |
The stars will use their muscle to make the campaign a success. muscle the power that a person or organization uses to influence or control a situation |
| 11659 |
Don't move a muscle or someone will hear us. muscle not move a muscle to stay completely still |
| 11660 |
They are trying to muscle in and take away our customers. muscle muscle in to use your power or influence to get involved in a situation in which you are not needed or wanted |
| 11661 |
We didn't appreciate his muscling in on our conversation. muscle muscle in on to use your power or influence to get involved in a situation in which you are not needed or wanted |
| 11662 |
On the opposite side of the road from the school was the church. opposite across from or on the other side of someone or something |
| 11663 |
A picture on the opposite page caught her attention. opposite across from or on the other side of someone or something |
| 11664 |
They sat at opposite ends of the room. opposite across from or on the other side of someone or something |
| 11665 |
These proposals would have the opposite effect to the one intended. opposite completely different |
| 11666 |
The car smashed into a lorry coming in the opposite direction. opposite in the opposite direction completely different |
| 11667 |
She was fascinated by the woman sitting opposite. opposite on the other side of an area from someone or something and facing towards them |
| 11668 |
Jim and Rachel live opposite (=on the other side of the road). opposite on the other side of an area from someone or something and facing towards them |
| 11669 |
the bus stop opposite the cinema opposite across from or facing someone or something |
| 11670 |
Adam took the seat opposite her. opposite across from or facing someone or something |
| 11671 |
Tom Hanks has played opposite Meg Ryan in three hit films. opposite play opposite someone together with someone else as the other of the two main actors in a play or film |
| 11672 |
We were opposites in character. opposite someone or something that is completely different from someone or something else |
| 11673 |
Whatever I suggested, they would go and do the opposite. opposite do the opposite someone or something that is completely different from someone or something else |
| 11674 |
Larry seemed very agitated – the complete opposite of his usual cool self. opposite the opposite of someone or something that is completely different from someone or something else |
| 11675 |
They have to vet individuals who work with children. vet to check someone's character or reputation to find out if they are suitable for a particular job |
| 11676 |
Party officials vetted every story that went into the paper. vet to examine something in order to decide if it is allowed |
| 11677 |
the pollution of local rivers pollution the process of damaging the air, water, or land with chemicals or other substances |
| 11678 |
new measures to prevent pollution levels rising any further in the capital pollution chemicals and other substances that have a harmful effect on air, water, or land |
| 11679 |
The new agency is responsible for controlling air pollution. pollution chemicals and other substances that have a harmful effect on air, water, or land |
| 11680 |
They used some of their wealth to build magnificent town halls. wealth a large amount of money and other valuable things |
| 11681 |
People acquired wealth in the form of goods or animals. wealth a large amount of money and other valuable things |
| 11682 |
He had an obsession with power and wealth. wealth the state of being rich |
| 11683 |
Economic growth creates both wealth and poverty. wealth the state of being rich |
| 11684 |
The area attracted colonists because of its mineral wealth. wealth a large supply of useful things |
| 11685 |
The change opens up a wealth of exciting new opportunities. wealth wealth of a large supply of useful things |
| 11686 |
He brings with him a wealth of specialist knowledge. wealth wealth of a large amount of a useful quality or skill |
| 11687 |
the United Kingdom kingdom a country or area ruled by a king or queen |
| 11688 |
the Zulu Kingdom kingdom a country or area ruled by a king or queen |
| 11689 |
the kingdom of Spain kingdom a country or area ruled by a king or queen |
| 11690 |
The accounts department is his own private kingdom. kingdom something that someone controls as if they were a king or queen |
| 11691 |
man's relationship with the rest of the animal kingdom kingdom the animal plant kingdom all the animals or plants that exist in the world |
| 11692 |
bread and butter bread a common food made from flour, water, and usually yeast (=a substance that makes the bread grow larger). Bread is usually sold in a large piece called a loaf or made into smaller pieces called rolls. You usually cut bread into slices to eat it |
| 11693 |
a slice of bread bread a common food made from flour, water, and usually yeast (=a substance that makes the bread grow larger). Bread is usually sold in a large piece called a loaf or made into smaller pieces called rolls. You usually cut bread into slices to eat it |
| 11694 |
wholemeal white olive bread bread a common food made from flour, water, and usually yeast (=a substance that makes the bread grow larger). Bread is usually sold in a large piece called a loaf or made into smaller pieces called rolls. You usually cut bread into slices to eat it |
| 11695 |
Have you ever tried making bread? bread a common food made from flour, water, and usually yeast (=a substance that makes the bread grow larger). Bread is usually sold in a large piece called a loaf or made into smaller pieces called rolls. You usually cut bread into slices to eat it |
| 11696 |
a bread roll bread a common food made from flour, water, and usually yeast (=a substance that makes the bread grow larger). Bread is usually sold in a large piece called a loaf or made into smaller pieces called rolls. You usually cut bread into slices to eat it |
| 11697 |
You can call it brave or foolish, depending on your perspective. perspective a way of thinking about something |
| 11698 |
The book deals with a woman's perspective on revolutionary change. perspective perspective on a way of thinking about something |
| 11699 |
The problem needs to be looked at from a historical perspective. perspective from a historical international financial etc perspective a way of thinking about something |
| 11700 |
From the perspective of anyone with children, it looks rather irrelevant. perspective from the perspective of someone something a way of thinking about something |
| 11701 |
He has lost all perspective in the rush to get what he wants. perspective lose perspective a sensible way of judging how good, bad, important etc something is in comparison with other things |
| 11702 |
It's important to keep things in perspective and not dwell on one incident. perspective get keep something in perspective a sensible way of judging how good, bad, important etc something is in comparison with other things |
| 11703 |
You've got the problem completely out of perspective. perspective get something out of perspective a sensible way of judging how good, bad, important etc something is in comparison with other things |
| 11704 |
This kind of tragedy puts a mere football match into perspective. perspective put something into perspective a sensible way of judging how good, bad, important etc something is in comparison with other things |
| 11705 |
Writing as a foreigner gives her a great sense of perspective. perspective a sense of perspective a sensible way of judging how good, bad, important etc something is in comparison with other things |
| 11706 |
The figures in the foreground are badly out of perspective. perspective in out of perspective a method of showing distance in a picture by making far away objects smaller |
| 11707 |
The pictures show two perspectives of the bay. perspective a view of a large area |
| 11708 |
The case was discussed in camera. camera in camera happening in private, without other people knowing what is said |
| 11709 |
He was caught on camera robbing the bank. camera on off camera while a camera is recording not recording what is happening |
| 11710 |
He made a few remarks off camera. camera on off camera while a camera is recording not recording what is happening |
| 11711 |
He was known as the prince of sculptors. prince the best man of a group of men doing the same thing |
| 11712 |
He missed five days of school because of illness. illness the state of feeling ill or of having a disease |
| 11713 |
patients who are recovering from major surgery or serious illness illness the state of feeling ill or of having a disease |
| 11714 |
She had had no serious illnesses, and had never been in hospital. illness a particular disease, or a period of being ill |
| 11715 |
My aunt died that spring after a long illness. illness a particular disease, or a period of being ill |
| 11716 |
More than three million people suffer from severe mental illness. illness a serious mental problem |
| 11717 |
depressive illnesses illness a serious mental problem |
| 11718 |
a chocolate cake cake a sweet food made by baking a mixture that usually contains sugar, eggs, flour, and butter or oil |
| 11719 |
a birthday wedding Christmas cake cake a sweet food made by baking a mixture that usually contains sugar, eggs, flour, and butter or oil |
| 11720 |
Would you like a slice of cake? cake a piece slice of cake a sweet food made by baking a mixture that usually contains sugar, eggs, flour, and butter or oil |
| 11721 |
She was making a cake for Peter's birthday. cake make bake a cake a sweet food made by baking a mixture that usually contains sugar, eggs, flour, and butter or oil |
| 11722 |
rice potato cakes cake a small amount of food formed into a flat round shape and cooked |
| 11723 |
They're worried that their slice of the cake is going to get smaller. cake a slice of the cake used for talking about something that must be shared among several people or organizations, especially an amount of money |
| 11724 |
They had to agree on ways of dividing the cake. cake divide cut the cake used for talking about something that must be shared among several people or organizations, especially an amount of money |
| 11725 |
He wants to stay with his wife but still see his girlfriend – talk about having your cake and eating it! cake have your cake and eat it to have all the benefits of a situation when, in fact, having one thing means that you cannot have the other |
| 11726 |
The interview was a piece of cake. cake a piece of cake something that is very easy |
| 11727 |
I've heard some ridiculous excuses before, but that takes the cake. cake take the cake to be the worst, most shocking, or most annoying example of something. The usual British expression is take the biscuit |
| 11728 |
You can choose from a selection of meats. meat a particular type of meat |
| 11729 |
a lot of nice words but not much meat meat interesting or important parts of something such as a book, film, or newspaper article |
| 11730 |
Let's examine the meat of her argument. meat the meat of something interesting or important parts of something such as a book, film, or newspaper article |
| 11731 |
This kind of shot is meat and drink to a player like him. meat meat and drink to someone something that someone enjoys doing or can do very easily, usually because they do it often |
| 11732 |
The meat and potatoes of any contract is money. meat meat and potatoes the most important part of something |
| 11733 |
The plans will be submitted next week. submit to formally give something to someone so that they can make a decision about it |
| 11734 |
In the end, they submitted to the Americans. submit submit to to accept that someone has defeated you or has power over you |
| 11735 |
I was not prepared to submit to this painful course of treatment. submit submit to to allow something to happen to you, especially something unpleasant |
| 11736 |
All countries in the European Union must submit to its laws. submit submit to to agree to obey a rule, a law, or the decision of someone in authority |
| 11737 |
Libya has offered to submit the dispute to international arbitration. submit submit something to something to agree to obey a rule, a law, or the decision of someone in authority |
| 11738 |
You may voluntarily submit yourself to the jurisdiction of this country's courts. submit submit yourself to something to agree to obey a rule, a law, or the decision of someone in authority |
| 11739 |
Water began splashing over the side of the boat. splash splash on over onto if a liquid splashes, it moves or hits something noisily |
| 11740 |
A little bit of her drink had splashed onto the table. splash if a liquid splashes, it moves or hits something noisily |
| 11741 |
waves splashing the rocks splash if a liquid splashes something, it hits it noisily |
| 11742 |
She was splashing perfume on like it was aftershave. splash splash something on over something to put a liquid on something in a rough and noisy way |
| 11743 |
She was splashing through the puddles. splash splash through across in to move noisily in water |
| 11744 |
The scandal was splashed across the front page of the paper. splash splash something across over on something if words, a story, or pictures are splashed somewhere, especially in a newspaper, they are large and easy to see |
| 11745 |
a logo splashed on a T-shirt splash if words, a story, or pictures are splashed somewhere, especially in a newspaper, they are large and easy to see |
| 11746 |
He lost his balance and fell with a splash into the canal. splash the sound of liquid hitting something, or the sound of something falling into a liquid |
| 11747 |
the splash of rain on the street splash the sound of liquid hitting something, or the sound of something falling into a liquid |
| 11748 |
a splash of sauce on his sleeve splash a mark made by a liquid splashing |
| 11749 |
coffee with a splash of cream splash a small amount of one liquid that is added to another |
| 11750 |
splashes of red splash a small amount of bright colour |
| 11751 |
His new film has made quite a splash in London. splash make a splash to do or say something that becomes very popular or is noticed by a lot of people |
| 11752 |
The fair provides an ideal opportunity for jobseekers and employers to meet. ideal of the best or most suitable type |
| 11753 |
Upgrading your computer seems the ideal solution. ideal of the best or most suitable type |
| 11754 |
I'm still several pounds above my ideal weight. ideal of the best or most suitable type |
| 11755 |
The sandy beaches are ideal for families with young children. ideal ideal for of the best or most suitable type |
| 11756 |
Conditions were far from ideal for racing. ideal far from ideal (=not very good) of the best or most suitable type |
| 11757 |
They present themselves as an ideal family. ideal as good as you can imagine, and probably too good to be real |
| 11758 |
In an ideal world there would be no poverty. ideal as good as you can imagine, and probably too good to be real |
| 11759 |
the socialist ideal of equality for all members of society ideal an idea about what is good and right, that you try to follow in your life and behaviour |
| 11760 |
He has high ideals, but often fails to live up to them. ideal an idea about what is good and right, that you try to follow in your life and behaviour |
| 11761 |
Sophie represented his ideal of beauty. ideal the best example of something that you can think of or imagine |
| 11762 |
Just sit down and try to relax for half an hour. relax to rest and allow yourself to become calm |
| 11763 |
Relax your stomach muscles; then repeat the exercise. relax to make your muscles or a part of your body feel less tight and more comfortable |
| 11764 |
I felt my shoulders relax a little. relax to become less tight and more comfortable |
| 11765 |
Some firms have relaxed their restrictions on unpaid leave. relax to make rules, controls, conditions etc less strict |
| 11766 |
Critics feel the government has been slow in relaxing its grip on TV and radio broadcasting. relax to control something less strictly |
| 11767 |
The maximum penalty for the offence is two years' imprisonment. penalty penalty for a punishment for breaking a rule or law |
| 11768 |
There are severe penalties for companies who breach environmental laws. penalty severe heavy stiff tough penalties a punishment for breaking a rule or law |
| 11769 |
Under the law the president is able to impose tough penalties. penalty a punishment for breaking a rule or law |
| 11770 |
The crime carries a much heavier penalty in the US. penalty carry a penalty a punishment for breaking a rule or law |
| 11771 |
Riders can incur time penalties for failing to keep to their lane. penalty a punishment for breaking a rule in a game, sport, or activity |
| 11772 |
Increased risk of skin cancer is one of the penalties of sunbathing. penalty penalty of for something bad that happens to you because of your behaviour or position in society |
| 11773 |
Some growers are paying the penalty for not watering crops sufficiently in hot weather. penalty pay the penalty (for something) (=to suffer because of your behaviour) something bad that happens to you because of your behaviour or position in society |
| 11774 |
They scored from a penalty awarded when Jenkins handled the ball. penalty in football, rugby, and similar sports, a chance to score a goal or point without other players trying to take the ball off you. This is given to you because an opponent has broken a rule |
| 11775 |
Beckham volunteered to take the crucial penalty. penalty take a penalty in football, rugby, and similar sports, a chance to score a goal or point without other players trying to take the ball off you. This is given to you because an opponent has broken a rule |
| 11776 |
Southgate missed a penalty that would have won them the match. penalty miss a penalty in football, rugby, and similar sports, a chance to score a goal or point without other players trying to take the ball off you. This is given to you because an opponent has broken a rule |
| 11777 |
Fox kicked a last-minute penalty to give the All-Blacks a sensational victory. penalty kick a penalty (=in rugby) in football, rugby, and similar sports, a chance to score a goal or point without other players trying to take the ball off you. This is given to you because an opponent has broken a rule |
| 11778 |
She purchased shares in the company. purchase to buy something |
| 11779 |
The cost is borne by the purchaser of the property. purchase |
| 11780 |
Her latest purchase was a long black coat. purchase something that you buy |
| 11781 |
The statement lists all the purchases made with your card. purchase make a purchase something that you buy |
| 11782 |
Parents donated money for the purchase of new computer equipment. purchase the process of buying something |
| 11783 |
The rear wheels of the truck spun, trying to gain a purchase in the mud. purchase gain get a purchase on something to get a firm hold on something |
| 11784 |
She was too tired to do any more. tired needing to rest or sleep |
| 11785 |
My mother looked tired and ill. tired needing to rest or sleep |
| 11786 |
Kids can suddenly get very tired after playing for a time. tired get tired needing to rest or sleep |
| 11787 |
He felt too tired to drive home. tired feel tired needing to rest or sleep |
| 11788 |
You should give tired leg muscles a chance to recover. tired if a part of your body is tired, it needs to rest |
| 11789 |
My eyes feel tired. tired if a part of your body is tired, it needs to rest |
| 11790 |
that tired old excuse tired something that is tired is boring because you have heard or seen it so often |
| 11791 |
We were tired of waiting for him to call. tired tired of (doing) something no longer wanting something or wanting to do something because you are bored with it or annoyed by it |
| 11792 |
She's getting tired of going into that office every day. tired get grow tired of doing something no longer wanting something or wanting to do something because you are bored with it or annoyed by it |
| 11793 |
I'm sick and tired of hearing about politics. tired sick and tired of (doing) something (=very bored with) no longer wanting something or wanting to do something because you are bored with it or annoyed by it |
| 11794 |
I don't drink beer, only spirits. beer a yellow or brown alcoholic drink made from malt (=grain that has been left in water and then dried) and hops (=a type of plant). You make or brew beer |
| 11795 |
a pint of beer beer a yellow or brown alcoholic drink made from malt (=grain that has been left in water and then dried) and hops (=a type of plant). You make or brew beer |
| 11796 |
Let's go for a beer. beer a glass or bottle of this drink |
| 11797 |
To make a claim, you must specify the date when the article was lost. specify to explain something in an exact and detailed way |
| 11798 |
Italian workers pay far more in tax and other deductions. deduction an amount or number taken from a total |
| 11799 |
Interest will be paid without deduction of tax. deduction the process of taking an amount or number from a total |
| 11800 |
We know he is guilty, but it takes more than deductions to win a court case. deduction something that you know from the information or evidence that you have |
| 11801 |
his amazing powers of deduction deduction the process of finding something out by considering the information or evidence that you have |
| 11802 |
a special machine to monitor the baby's breathing monitor to regularly check something or watch someone in order to find out what is happening |
| 11803 |
He will monitor and review company policy. monitor to regularly check something or watch someone in order to find out what is happening |
| 11804 |
Staff will monitor his progress. monitor monitor progress to regularly check something or watch someone in order to find out what is happening |
| 11805 |
The board are monitoring the situation on a regular basis. monitor monitor a situation to regularly check something or watch someone in order to find out what is happening |
| 11806 |
Police officers have been closely monitoring the organization's activities. monitor monitor something closely carefully to regularly check something or watch someone in order to find out what is happening |
| 11807 |
a 17-inch colour monitor monitor a computer screen, or the part of a computer that contains the screen |
| 11808 |
The monitor showed that someone was moving around in the car park. monitor a screen that shows pictures or information |
| 11809 |
The instructions are displayed on a monitor. monitor a screen that shows pictures or information |
| 11810 |
Monitors ensured that the food was distributed fairly. monitor someone who checks to see that something is done fairly or correctly |
| 11811 |
The machines run on electricity. electricity a form of energy that can produce light, heat, and power for machines, computers, televisions etc |
| 11812 |
an electricity supply electricity a form of energy that can produce light, heat, and power for machines, computers, televisions etc |
| 11813 |
Switch off the electricity before you attempt any repairs. electricity a form of energy that can produce light, heat, and power for machines, computers, televisions etc |
| 11814 |
Household waste could be burned to generate electricity. electricity generate produce electricity a form of energy that can produce light, heat, and power for machines, computers, televisions etc |
| 11815 |
Salt water conducts electricity more easily. electricity conduct electricity (=let it pass through) a form of energy that can produce light, heat, and power for machines, computers, televisions etc |
| 11816 |
They bought the land specifically for the purpose of building a hotel. specifically for one particular thing or type of thing |
| 11817 |
Answer as specifically as possible. specifically in an exact and detailed way |
| 11818 |
We've been married now for over thirty years, specifically since 1972. specifically used for describing something in a more exact way |
| 11819 |
The experience formed a close bond between us. bond bond between something that gives people or groups a reason to love one another or feel they have a duty to one another |
| 11820 |
We will work to strengthen our bonds with neighbouring countries. bond bond with something that gives people or groups a reason to love one another or feel they have a duty to one another |
| 11821 |
These women all lead very different lives, but they share a common bond. bond a common bond something that gives people or groups a reason to love one another or feel they have a duty to one another |
| 11822 |
Government bonds are usually a safe investment. bond a government Treasury bond a document given to someone who invests money in a government or company, promising to pay back the money with interest |
| 11823 |
The company raised money through a bond issue. bond a bond issue (=an offer to sell bonds) a document given to someone who invests money in a government or company, promising to pay back the money with interest |
| 11824 |
The surfaces must be clean to ensure a good bond between the floor and the tiles. bond bond between the way that two surfaces are stuck together, usually with glue |
| 11825 |
Carbon atoms can form bonds with nitrogen and oxygen atoms. bond a force that holds atoms or ions together in a molecule |
| 11826 |
He managed to struggle free from his bonds. bond chains or ropes tied around someone so that they are not free to move |
| 11827 |
The two new recruits seemed to bond immediately. bond to develop feelings of love, friendship, or duty towards other people, or to make someone develop these feelings |
| 11828 |
The team has bonded together well. bond bond together to develop feelings of love, friendship, or duty towards other people, or to make someone develop these feelings |
| 11829 |
He never felt like he bonded with any of the other students. bond bond with to develop feelings of love, friendship, or duty towards other people, or to make someone develop these feelings |
| 11830 |
The mother and baby are left together after the birth so that they can start to bond. bond to develop the strong and special feeling of love that it is considered normal for a mother and her baby to have for one another |
| 11831 |
a substance used for bonding plastics bond to fix two things firmly together, usually with glue, or to become fixed in this way |
| 11832 |
The fibres bond together and form a thin sheet. bond bond together to fix two things firmly together, usually with glue, or to become fixed in this way |
| 11833 |
This product bonds fabric to any surface. bond bond something to something to fix two things firmly together, usually with glue, or to become fixed in this way |
| 11834 |
a statutory minimum wage statutory controlled by a law or statute |
| 11835 |
our new research laboratory laboratory a building or large room where people do scientific and medical experiments or research |
| 11836 |
a laboratory assistant laboratory working in, used in, or done in a laboratory |
| 11837 |
laboratory equipment laboratory working in, used in, or done in a laboratory |
| 11838 |
Laboratory tests were conducted on the blood samples. laboratory laboratory test experiment study working in, used in, or done in a laboratory |
| 11839 |
The US Constitution created the country's federal system. federal a federal country or system is one in which individual states make their own laws, but a national government is responsible for areas such as defence and foreign policy |
| 11840 |
the German Federal Republic federal a federal country or system is one in which individual states make their own laws, but a national government is responsible for areas such as defence and foreign policy |
| 11841 |
The cost will be split between state and federal governments. federal connected with the national government of a country rather than with the government of one of its member states |
| 11842 |
the federal appeals court federal connected with the national government of a country rather than with the government of one of its member states |
| 11843 |
She was captain of the Olympic swimming team. captain captain of the player who leads a sports team |
| 11844 |
We were invited to dine with the captain of the ship. captain the person in charge of a ship or aircraft |
| 11845 |
He captained England for two seasons. captain to lead a sports team |
| 11846 |
The comment had offended him deeply. deeply very or very much |
| 11847 |
The government said it was deeply concerned about the situation. deeply very or very much |
| 11848 |
The needle had penetrated deeply into his skin. deeply a long way into something |
| 11849 |
Sit down and I'll pour you a drink. pour pour someone something to make a liquid or substance flow out of a container that you are holding |
| 11850 |
Pour the mixture into a dish and bake for 45 minutes. pour pour something into over down something to make a liquid or substance flow out of a container that you are holding |
| 11851 |
He poured the last of his drink down the sink. pour to make a liquid or substance flow out of a container that you are holding |
| 11852 |
The village was evacuated as lava poured from the volcano. pour pour from in down through to flow continuously and in large amounts |
| 11853 |
Tears were pouring down her face. pour to flow continuously and in large amounts |
| 11854 |
We awoke to bright sunlight pouring in through the window. pour to flow continuously and in large amounts |
| 11855 |
The thunder and lightning stopped, but it continued to pour. pour to rain very hard |
| 11856 |
People poured out of the train. pour pour out of into in to arrive or go somewhere quickly in a large group on in large amounts |
| 11857 |
Election results are beginning to pour in. pour to arrive or go somewhere quickly in a large group on in large amounts |
| 11858 |
They accused the government of pouring taxpayers' money down the drain. pour pour something down the drain to waste something |
| 11859 |
I'll ask my boss if I can have a day off next week. boss the person who is in charge of you at work |
| 11860 |
The new constitution limits the power of local party bosses. boss someone with a powerful position in an organization |
| 11861 |
Company bosses are opening a new office in San Francisco. boss someone with a powerful position in an organization |
| 11862 |
OK, you're the boss! boss the person that other people have to obey |
| 11863 |
the ancient hall, with its magnificent ceiling bosses boss a circular decoration at the centre of something |
| 11864 |
I'd really like to be my own boss. boss be your own boss to work for yourself and not be employed by someone else |
| 11865 |
He's used to bossing his little brother around. boss boss around to keep telling other people what to do |
| 11866 |
a small furry creature creature anything that lives except plants |
| 11867 |
The Gorgon was a mythical creature. creature an imaginary living thing that is strange or frightening |
| 11868 |
He seems rather a pathetic creature. creature a person described in a particular way |
| 11869 |
He is a creature of the government. creature creature of someone who seems to have been created by or be completely controlled by another person or organization |
| 11870 |
The UN has urged them to honour the peace treaty. urge urge someone to do something to advise someone very strongly about what action or attitude they should take |
| 11871 |
We urge that systems be put in place to prevent such accidents. urge urge that to advise someone very strongly about what action or attitude they should take |
| 11872 |
He urged restraint in dealing with the protesters. urge to say that something is important, good, or useful in a particular situation |
| 11873 |
The police are urging caution upon residents in view of the attacks. urge urge something upon on someone to say that something is important, good, or useful in a particular situation |
| 11874 |
He urged the horse forwards. urge urge forwards towards to make a person or animal move in a particular direction |
| 11875 |
Suddenly I had an overwhelming urge to kiss him. urge urge to do something a strong feeling of wanting or needing to do something |
| 11876 |
Jack fought the urge to fall asleep. urge a strong feeling of wanting or needing to do something |
| 11877 |
Engineers are still trying to locate the fault. locate to find out the exact place where someone or something is |
| 11878 |
The company wants to locate the factory on land near the railway. locate to establish something in a particular place |
| 11879 |
The referee blew the whistle for half-time. whistle blow a whistle a small metal or plastic object that you put in your mouth and blow to make a high sound |
| 11880 |
The whistle went for full-time. whistle a whistle goes sounds a small metal or plastic object that you put in your mouth and blow to make a high sound |
| 11881 |
The whistle blew as the train prepared to leave. whistle a whistle blows a piece of equipment that produces a high sound, used as a warning or a signal on a train or a boat, or in a place such as a factory |
| 11882 |
Loud cheers and whistles greeted the team. whistle the sound that someone makes when they force air through their mouth |
| 11883 |
Darren gave a low whistle. whistle give let out a whistle the sound that someone makes when they force air through their mouth |
| 11884 |
the ship's shrill whistle whistle a sound made as a signal or a warning, especially on a boat or a train, or in a place such as a factory |
| 11885 |
Play stopped when we heard the whistle. whistle the sound that you make by blowing through a whistle |
| 11886 |
He scored again just seconds before the final whistle. whistle the final whistle (=used for showing that a game or competition has finished) the sound that you make by blowing through a whistle |
| 11887 |
the skylark's piercing whistle whistle the high sound that some birds make |
| 11888 |
A former employee blew the whistle on corrupt practices within the company. whistle blow the whistle (on someone something) to tell someone in authority that someone is doing something dishonest or illegal |
| 11889 |
Sue whistled softly to herself. whistle to make a tune or musical notes by forcing air through your mouth |
| 11890 |
I wish you'd stop whistling that tune! whistle to make a tune or musical notes by forcing air through your mouth |
| 11891 |
The spectators jeered and whistled. whistle to make a high sound by forcing air through your mouth in order to get someone's attention, or to show that you like or dislike something |
| 11892 |
She whistled softly to her friends. whistle whistle to to make a high sound by forcing air through your mouth in order to get someone's attention, or to show that you like or dislike something |
| 11893 |
The referee whistled for a free kick. whistle to blow a whistle as a warning or to get someone's attention |
| 11894 |
Her shot went whistling past the goalpost. whistle to move or to travel very quickly |
| 11895 |
Their house has wonderful views across the valley. valley a low area of land between mountains or hills, usually with a river flowing through it |
| 11896 |
the Thames valley valley a low area of land between mountains or hills, usually with a river flowing through it |
| 11897 |
a prison guard guard someone whose job is to look after a place or person so that no one causes damage, steals anything, or escapes |
| 11898 |
uniformed border guards guard someone whose job is to look after a place or person so that no one causes damage, steals anything, or escapes |
| 11899 |
There was an armed guard on duty outside his door. guard armed guard someone whose job is to look after a place or person so that no one causes damage, steals anything, or escapes |
| 11900 |
The captain posted two guards at the gate. guard post a guard someone whose job is to look after a place or person so that no one causes damage, steals anything, or escapes |
| 11901 |
The guard was due to be relieved at six o'clock. guard change relieve the guard a group of guards who are working together |
| 11902 |
members of the Presidential guard guard a unit of soldiers or police officers, especially one that has a particular job |
| 11903 |
troops belonging to the National Guard guard a unit of soldiers or police officers, especially one that has a particular job |
| 11904 |
a captain in the Scots Guards guard used in the names of some units in an army, especially the British army |
| 11905 |
We kept the landmines as a guard against invasion from the North. guard guard against something that helps to stop something bad from happening |
| 11906 |
a mouth guard guard something that you wear to protect a part of your body, for example when playing a sport |
| 11907 |
They put their guards up and began circling each other. guard put up your guard(s) the way that boxers stand with their hands in front of their face, to protect themselves from an opponent |
| 11908 |
She was not ready to let down her guard and confide in him. guard to relax and trust people, even though this means that you might let yourself be upset or do the wrong thing. If someone does not do this, you can say that their guard is up |
| 11909 |
We cannot afford to drop our guard. guard to stop being careful, for example in a game or when you are being attacked |
| 11910 |
'Why on earth did you tell him that?' 'He caught me off guard!' guard catch take someone off (their) guard (=surprise someone) not thinking about something, so that you might say or do something that you did not intend to |
| 11911 |
There are cameras everywhere, so be on your guard! guard on (your) guard thinking or behaving carefully, so that you do not say or do something that you did not intend to |
| 11912 |
Small groups of men kept guard in the fields. guard stand keep guard to watch a person or place carefully in order to protect them from attack, or to prevent someone from escaping |
| 11913 |
Armed soldiers stood guard over him. guard stand keep guard over to watch a person or place carefully in order to protect them from attack, or to prevent someone from escaping |
| 11914 |
He was taken to prison under police guard. guard under guard protected or prevented from escaping by a guard |
| 11915 |
The Prime Minister arrived under heavy guard. guard under heavy guard (=with a lot of guards) protected or prevented from escaping by a guard |
| 11916 |
There were two soldiers guarding the main gate. guard to watch a place carefully to protect someone from attack, to prevent something from being stolen, or to prevent someone from escaping |
| 11917 |
The palace entrance is guarded round the clock. guard to watch a place carefully to protect someone from attack, to prevent something from being stolen, or to prevent someone from escaping |
| 11918 |
the heavily guarded office of the Prime Minister guard heavily guarded to watch a place carefully to protect someone from attack, to prevent something from being stolen, or to prevent someone from escaping |
| 11919 |
The male fish guards the eggs. guard to protect someone or something from something dangerous or unpleasant |
| 11920 |
the trees that guarded the farm from the wind guard guard something someone from something to protect someone or something from something dangerous or unpleasant |
| 11921 |
The company is fiercely guarding its independence. guard to try very hard to keep something that is important to you |
| 11922 |
They have been guarding the details of their research. guard if you guard information, you do not tell it to anyone |
| 11923 |
The recipe is a closely guarded secret. guard closely jealously guard something if you guard information, you do not tell it to anyone |
| 11924 |
We always carry a medical kit for emergencies. emergency an unexpected situation involving danger in which immediate action is necessary |
| 11925 |
In an emergency, call this number. emergency in an emergency an unexpected situation involving danger in which immediate action is necessary |
| 11926 |
It's illegal to use the fire alarm except in case of emergency. emergency in case of emergency an unexpected situation involving danger in which immediate action is necessary |
| 11927 |
The club is now facing a financial emergency. emergency an unexpected situation in which immediate action is necessary to prevent a bad situation from becoming worse |
| 11928 |
He underwent emergency surgery. emergency used or done during an emergency |
| 11929 |
An emergency session of Congress was called. emergency used or done during an emergency |
| 11930 |
emergency lights emergency used or done during an emergency |
| 11931 |
Bombs fell on the city every night for two weeks. bomb a weapon made to explode at a particular time or when it hits something |
| 11932 |
The bomb had been planted in a busy street. bomb plant a bomb a weapon made to explode at a particular time or when it hits something |
| 11933 |
a bomb attack bomb relating to or caused by a bomb |
| 11934 |
a bomb blast explosion bomb relating to or caused by a bomb |
| 11935 |
Anything to do with the Royal Family goes down a bomb with tourists. bomb go down a bomb (with someone) to be very successful or popular |
| 11936 |
a sporty little car that can go like a bomb bomb to move very fast |
| 11937 |
The office party was going like a bomb when she walked in. bomb if an event goes like a bomb, it is very successful |
| 11938 |
Your bedroom looks like a bomb has hit it! bomb look like a bomb has hit it to look very untidy |
| 11939 |
You could make a bomb selling those earrings! bomb make a bomb (doing something out of something) to get a lot of money by doing something |
| 11940 |
NATO aircraft bombed the town again last night. bomb to attack a place with a bomb |
| 11941 |
The railway station was bombed by terrorists. bomb to attack a place with a bomb |
| 11942 |
This whole area was heavily bombed during the conflict. bomb be heavily badly bombed to attack a place with a bomb |
| 11943 |
I saw you bombing along the street on your bike. bomb bomb along up down to move somewhere very quickly, especially in a vehicle |
| 11944 |
His latest film bombed at the box office (=not many people went to see it). bomb to be very unsuccessful |
| 11945 |
a coat costing one hundred dollars dollar the unit of money used in the US and in several other countries such as Canada and Australia. Its symbol is $ |
| 11946 |
a multi-million dollar deal dollar the unit of money used in the US and in several other countries such as Canada and Australia. Its symbol is $ |
| 11947 |
a dollar bill dollar a banknote or coin worth a dollar |
| 11948 |
the mighty dollar dollar used for talking about US economic power |
| 11949 |
a congressional committee congressional relating to a congress |
| 11950 |
Congressional elections congressional relating to the US Congress |
| 11951 |
the search for lower costs and greater efficiency efficiency the ability to work well and produce good results by using the available time, money, supplies etc in the most effective way |
| 11952 |
The inspectors were impressed by the speed and efficiency of the new system. efficiency the ability to work well and produce good results by using the available time, money, supplies etc in the most effective way |
| 11953 |
The new technology is aimed at improving efficiency and customer service. efficiency improve increase efficiency the ability to work well and produce good results by using the available time, money, supplies etc in the most effective way |
| 11954 |
a semi-circle semi- exactly half: used with some nouns |
| 11955 |
semi-naked semi- partly but not completely: used with some adjectives and nouns |
| 11956 |
We sat talking in the semidarkness. semi- partly but not completely: used with some adjectives and nouns |
| 11957 |
He listens to rock or classical music, depending on his mood. mood the way that someone is feeling, for example whether they are happy, sad, or angry |
| 11958 |
medicines that affect mood and mental function mood the way that someone is feeling, for example whether they are happy, sad, or angry |
| 11959 |
I had never seen Ann in such a good mood before. mood in a good relaxed confident mood the way that someone is feeling, for example whether they are happy, sad, or angry |
| 11960 |
Jeff's been in a bad mood all day. mood in a bad foul terrible mood the way that someone is feeling, for example whether they are happy, sad, or angry |
| 11961 |
I'm just not in a party mood. mood in a holiday party mood the way that someone is feeling, for example whether they are happy, sad, or angry |
| 11962 |
Politicians need to be in touch with the public mood. mood the way that a group of people are feeling |
| 11963 |
Mandela's release created a mood of optimism in South Africa. mood mood of the way that a group of people are feeling |
| 11964 |
The film was a success because it reflected the mood of the moment. mood the mood of the moment time (=what people in general are feeling at a particular time) the way that a group of people are feeling |
| 11965 |
She refused to put up with her husband's moods. mood a feeling of being unhappy or angry |
| 11966 |
a collection of stories that vary in mood and style mood a quality that something such as a place, film, or piece of music has that makes you have a particular feeling |
| 11967 |
Lighting was particularly important in setting the mood of the play. mood create set a mood a quality that something such as a place, film, or piece of music has that makes you have a particular feeling |
| 11968 |
in the mood for dancing mood be feel in the mood (for something) to want to, or to feel that you would like to, do a particular thing |
| 11969 |
Just leave her on her own when she's in a mood. mood be in a mood to feel unhappy or angry |
| 11970 |
Dad was in no mood for joking. mood be in no mood for something to do something to not feel like doing something at all |
| 11971 |
When the mood takes him, he can be a real laugh. mood when the mood takes you when you feel that you would like to do a particular thing |
| 11972 |
You have to convert the temperature readings from Fahrenheit to Celsius. convert to change from one system, use, or method to another, or to make something do this |
| 11973 |
The subsidies are to enable farmers to convert to organic production methods. convert to change from one system, use, or method to another, or to make something do this |
| 11974 |
The sofa converts into a bed. convert convert into to change from one system, use, or method to another, or to make something do this |
| 11975 |
They converted the old school into luxury flats. convert convert something into something to change from one system, use, or method to another, or to make something do this |
| 11976 |
At the age of 16, Greene converted to Catholicism. convert convert to to change your beliefs, especially your religious beliefs, or to persuade someone to do this |
| 11977 |
Once a communist, he is now a convert to capitalism. convert convert to someone who has changed their beliefs in an important way |
| 11978 |
Their family home and possessions were destroyed in the fire. possession something that you own |
| 11979 |
all your worldly possessions (=everything that you own) possession something that you own |
| 11980 |
Her most prized possession is a locket that she wears constantly. possession a prized treasured possession (=one that is very important to you) something that you own |
| 11981 |
The seller is entitled to retain possession of the goods until they are paid for. possession possession of a situation in which you have or own something |
| 11982 |
The brothers were caught in possession of stolen property. possession the crime of owning something illegal, for example drugs or weapons |
| 11983 |
She was arrested for possession of drugs. possession the crime of owning something illegal, for example drugs or weapons |
| 11984 |
I am in possession of some information that I think will interest you. possession be in possession of something to have something |
| 11985 |
I don't think anyone in full possession of their senses would agree with you. possession in full possession of your faculties senses acting in a reasonable and sensible way |
| 11986 |
I did not have a copy of the document in my possession. possession in someone's possession if something is in someone's possession, they have it |
| 11987 |
Unfortunately, we no longer have those records in our possession. possession in someone's possession if something is in someone's possession, they have it |
| 11988 |
The town of Winterset took possession of the castle in 1947. possession to start to own something |
| 11989 |
Fear had taken possession of his soul. possession if something takes possession of you, it starts to control you or have a strong effect on you |
| 11990 |
Late in the second half, Italy took possession and scored. possession to start to have or control the ball in a sport such as football |
| 11991 |
the firm's new director of marketing marketing the ways in which a company encourages people to buy its products by deciding on price, type of customer, and advertising policy |
| 11992 |
a marketing campaign marketing the ways in which a company encourages people to buy its products by deciding on price, type of customer, and advertising policy |
| 11993 |
When are you going to do the marketing? marketing do the marketing shopping for food and drink |
| 11994 |
healthy eating habits habit something that you do often or regularly, often without thinking about it |
| 11995 |
He had acquired some rather bad habits at college. habit a good bad habit something that you do often or regularly, often without thinking about it |
| 11996 |
They were in the habit of going for long walks. habit be in the habit of doing something something that you do often or regularly, often without thinking about it |
| 11997 |
George has got into the habit of going to bed late. habit get in into the habit of doing something something that you do often or regularly, often without thinking about it |
| 11998 |
Whenever I walk by her building I look up at her window from sheer force of habit. habit out of habit from force of habit (=because it is what you usually do) something that you do often or regularly, often without thinking about it |
| 11999 |
He had the annoying habit of tapping the table when he was nervous. habit have the habit of doing something something that you often do without intending to or without realizing that you are doing it, which can annoy other people |
| 12000 |
He started stealing to finance his heroin habit. habit a physical need to do something regularly such as smoke cigarettes or take drugs |
| 12001 |
Over 10 million smokers have succeeded in kicking the habit. habit kick break the habit (=stop it) a physical need to do something regularly such as smoke cigarettes or take drugs |
| 12002 |
Low expectations can become a habit of mind. habit habit of mind thought a usual way of thinking about something |
| 12003 |
I don't make a habit of calling on clients unannounced. habit not make a habit of doing something not be in the habit of doing something used for saying that you do not usually do something that you have just done |
| 12004 |
The disease subsequently spread to the rest of the country. subsequently after something else happened |
| 12005 |
She gradually built up a reputation as a successful lawyer. gradually slowly and in small stages or amounts |
| 12006 |
Gradually add the flour. gradually slowly and in small stages or amounts |
| 12007 |
microdot micro- extremely small: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 12008 |
microchip micro- extremely small: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 12009 |
a microsecond micro- one of a million equal parts of something: used with some nouns |
| 12010 |
damage caused to buildings through the expansion and contraction of timbers expansion the process of increasing in size and filling more space |
| 12011 |
The company has looked at a number of ways of financing its expansion. expansion the process of making a business, organization, or activity grow by including more people, moving into new areas, selling more products etc |
| 12012 |
the rapid expansion of private nursing-home care over the last decade expansion the process of making a business, organization, or activity grow by including more people, moving into new areas, selling more products etc |
| 12013 |
We plan to continue our expansion programme. expansion the process of making a business, organization, or activity grow by including more people, moving into new areas, selling more products etc |
| 12014 |
His latest work is an expansion of themes foreshadowed in his earlier plays. expansion something that has more detail or information than something done before |
| 12015 |
He gave up playing competitive football at the age of 24. competitive a competitive activity is one in which companies or teams are competing against each other |
| 12016 |
The weakness of the pound should give manufacturers a competitive edge. competitive a competitive edge advantage a competitive activity is one in which companies or teams are competing against each other |
| 12017 |
Many firms are struggling to survive in a highly competitive marketplace. competitive highly fiercely competitive a competitive activity is one in which companies or teams are competing against each other |
| 12018 |
We offer a wide range of goods at very competitive prices. competitive competitive prices are cheaper than many others |
| 12019 |
Many airlines now offer substantial discounts in an effort to remain competitive. competitive offering goods or services at cheaper prices than other companies |
| 12020 |
She has a reputation for being a fiercely competitive player. competitive highly fiercely competitive always trying to be more successful than other people |
| 12021 |
Pollution on this level is no longer socially acceptable. acceptable socially politically morally acceptable considered by most people to be reasonable or to be something that can be allowed |
| 12022 |
The proposals must be acceptable to the shareholders. acceptable acceptable to considered by most people to be reasonable or to be something that can be allowed |
| 12023 |
By the 1960s, it was becoming more acceptable for women to work in management. acceptable acceptable for someone to do something considered by most people to be reasonable or to be something that can be allowed |
| 12024 |
A success rate of 65% is acceptable. acceptable good enough for a particular purpose or situation |
| 12025 |
The service was attentive, the food acceptable but somewhat uninspiring. acceptable good enough but not very good |
| 12026 |
acceptably low levels of risk acceptable |
| 12027 |
The rocks stick out of the water at an angle of 45 degrees. angle the shape that is made where two surfaces or objects meet |
| 12028 |
Guns were firing at them from several different angles. angle the direction from which something comes, or the direction from which you look at something, especially when it is not directly in front of you |
| 12029 |
The camera angles are chosen before the scene is shot. angle the direction from which something comes, or the direction from which you look at something, especially when it is not directly in front of you |
| 12030 |
We have considered the whole subject from many different angles. angle a particular way of thinking about something |
| 12031 |
Hold the knife at a slight angle. angle at an angle not straight, but leaning to one side |
| 12032 |
Angle the mirror so that you can see behind you. angle to make something point in a particular direction, especially one that is not directly in front of you |
| 12033 |
Littlejohn blasted an angled shot well wide of the goal. angle to make a ball move in a direction that is not straight in front of you |
| 12034 |
Our efforts have been angled very much towards improving customer service. angle to do or write something in a way that makes one thing seem more important than others, or gives special emphasis to one opinion |
| 12035 |
Cook the apple slowly until it is soft. cook to prepare food and heat it so that it is ready to eat |
| 12036 |
When did you learn to cook? cook to prepare food and heat it so that it is ready to eat |
| 12037 |
Joe's cooking dinner for me tonight. cook cook something for someone to prepare food and heat it so that it is ready to eat |
| 12038 |
He offered to cook me lunch. cook cook someone something to prepare food and heat it so that it is ready to eat |
| 12039 |
The potatoes need to cook for about 20 minutes. cook when food cooks, it is heated so that it is ready to eat |
| 12040 |
They cooked the scripts to make Adams look stupid. cook to change information dishonestly |
| 12041 |
I'll try and find out what's cooking. cook be cooking to be happening or being planned, often secretly |
| 12042 |
Steve's a wonderful cook! cook someone who prepares and cooks food, either as their job or for pleasure |
| 12043 |
They've got a housekeeper, a cook, and two gardeners. cook someone who prepares and cooks food, either as their job or for pleasure |
| 12044 |
He described the accident in graphic detail. graphic described giving a lot of detail so that you have a clear idea of something, especially something unpleasant |
| 12045 |
the graphic arts graphic relating to drawing |
| 12046 |
a graphic image illustration graphic relating to drawing |
| 12047 |
a mosquito fishing net net material made of string or rope woven into a loose pattern with spaces in it, or a piece of this |
| 12048 |
He hopes to net some new clients on the golf course this weekend. net to manage to get or do something, usually by using clever methods |
| 12049 |
The police investigation netted important new information about money laundering. net to manage to get or do something, usually by using clever methods |
| 12050 |
The company netted over 5 million last year. net to earn a particular amount of money after taxes or other costs have been removed |
| 12051 |
We netted the berry bushes to protect them from the birds. net to cover something with a net in order to protect it |
| 12052 |
net profits of 143,000 net net gain loss etc a net amount of money is the total amount after taxes or costs have been removed |
| 12053 |
Net earnings per share amounted to 0.78. net a net amount of money is the total amount after taxes or costs have been removed |
| 12054 |
The net effect of this policy has been higher employment but lower wages. net a net effect or result is the final one, after everything has been considered |
| 12055 |
a box of sweets weighing 500 grams net net the net weight of something is its weight without its container |
| 12056 |
We earned around 80,000 net last year. net after everything such as taxes or costs have been removed |
| 12057 |
A new generation of satellites will carry particularly sensitive instruments. sensitive reacting quickly or strongly to something |
| 12058 |
Bats have extremely sensitive ears. sensitive reacting quickly or strongly to something |
| 12059 |
light-sensitive materials sensitive reacting quickly or strongly to something |
| 12060 |
Coral is very sensitive to changes in water temperature. sensitive sensitive to reacting quickly or strongly to something |
| 12061 |
If I'd known she was so sensitive, I wouldn't have teased her. sensitive likely to become angry or upset easily |
| 12062 |
Kyle takes his work seriously and is sensitive to criticism. sensitive sensitive to likely to become angry or upset easily |
| 12063 |
Conservationists and farmers in environmentally sensitive areas are learning to work together. sensitive needing to be protected |
| 12064 |
Wear rubber gloves if you have very sensitive skin. sensitive needing to be protected |
| 12065 |
Some items on the agenda involve commercially sensitive information. sensitive needing to be kept secret |
| 12066 |
The issues are controversial and politically sensitive. sensitive needing to be dealt with carefully |
| 12067 |
This is a case that needs sensitive and skilful handling. sensitive showing that you care about someone or something and do not want to cause offence |
| 12068 |
The police should be more sensitive to the needs of local communities. sensitive sensitive to showing that you care about someone or something and do not want to cause offence |
| 12069 |
a teacher-student ratio of 1:20 (=1 teacher for every 20 students) ratio a relationship between the sizes of two numbers or amounts |
| 12070 |
The ratio of expenditure to revenue was an alarming 4:1. ratio the ratio of someone something to someone something a relationship between the sizes of two numbers or amounts |
| 12071 |
They kissed again, and then he was gone. kiss to touch someone with your lips because you love them or have sexual feelings for them |
| 12072 |
He kissed her on the lips. kiss kiss someone on something to touch someone with your lips because you love them or have sexual feelings for them |
| 12073 |
We all hugged and kissed each other. kiss to touch someone with your lips when you say hello or goodbye to them |
| 12074 |
He went upstairs to kiss his son goodnight. kiss kiss someone goodbye goodnight to touch someone with your lips when you say hello or goodbye to them |
| 12075 |
He knelt and kissed the hand of the Queen. kiss to touch someone or something with your lips as a sign of respect |
| 12076 |
The final rays of the sun kissed the tops of the islands. kiss to touch someone or something very gently |
| 12077 |
I'm afraid we can kiss goodbye to any hope of a recovery this year. kiss kiss something goodbye to no longer have or be likely to get something. If someone can kiss goodbye to something, they will not have it or get it |
| 12078 |
a goodbye kiss kiss an act of kissing someone |
| 12079 |
a quick affectionate tender kiss kiss an act of kissing someone |
| 12080 |
Julius gave her another kiss. kiss give someone a kiss an act of kissing someone |
| 12081 |
He planted a kiss on her cheek. kiss kiss on an act of kissing someone |
| 12082 |
That, essentially, is the difference between them. essentially used for emphasizing what is the most important aspect of something or fact about something |
| 12083 |
Essentially, NATO was giving Saddam an ultimatum. essentially used for emphasizing what is the most important aspect of something or fact about something |
| 12084 |
The list is essentially complete. essentially used for saying that something is mostly true, but not completely true |
| 12085 |
The society works to preserve the district's historic buildings. preserve to take care of a place or building in order to prevent it from being harmed or destroyed |
| 12086 |
a beautifully preserved fresco preserve beautifully perfectly carefully preserved to take care of a place or building in order to prevent it from being harmed or destroyed |
| 12087 |
It's important that these traditions are preserved. preserve to keep an idea, quality, or situation from changing or being lost |
| 12088 |
Our goal is to preserve the dignity and independence of our patients. preserve to keep an idea, quality, or situation from changing or being lost |
| 12089 |
He's managed to preserve his boyish good looks. preserve to keep an idea, quality, or situation from changing or being lost |
| 12090 |
Originally an all-male preserve, the club now has 20 female members. preserve a place or activity that is considered to belong to a particular person or group |
| 12091 |
Sailing is increasingly popular, and no longer the preserve of the rich. preserve a place or activity that is considered to belong to a particular person or group |
| 12092 |
We wanted a quiet wedding. wedding a ceremony in which two people get married |
| 12093 |
They are planning a summer wedding. wedding a ceremony in which two people get married |
| 12094 |
The glasses were a wedding present from my aunt. wedding wedding present cake reception relating to a wedding |
| 12095 |
I'm saving up for my grandparents' golden wedding. wedding a wedding anniversary |
| 12096 |
He has a very outgoing personality and makes friends very easily. personality the part of a person that makes them behave in a particular way in social situations, for example in a friendly or unfriendly way, or in a confident or shy way. You use the word character when you are talking about whether someone is good or bad, or honest or dishonest |
| 12097 |
Your car often reflects your personality (=shows what kind of person you are). personality the part of a person that makes them behave in a particular way in social situations, for example in a friendly or unfriendly way, or in a confident or shy way. You use the word character when you are talking about whether someone is good or bad, or honest or dishonest |
| 12098 |
Certain personality traits may be inherited from our parents. personality personality traits (=features of personality) the part of a person that makes them behave in a particular way in social situations, for example in a friendly or unfriendly way, or in a confident or shy way. You use the word character when you are talking about whether someone is good or bad, or honest or dishonest |
| 12099 |
a TV presenter with bags of personality personality confidence and a lively manner that make people like you and consider you interesting |
| 12100 |
She is pictured with TV personality Carol Vorderman. personality a famous or well-known person |
| 12101 |
a large room that lacks personality personality the qualities that a place has that make it interesting and different from other places |
| 12102 |
There had been a clash of personalities between the two leaders. personality a clash of personalities a personality clash a situation in which two people disagree because they have very different personalities |
| 12103 |
the Bishop of Salisbury bishop a Christian priest with a senior position who is responsible for all the churches in a particular area |
| 12104 |
a married couple with dependent children dependent if you are dependent on someone or something, you need them in order to live or succeed |
| 12105 |
They hate being dependent on their parents. dependent dependent on upon if you are dependent on someone or something, you need them in order to live or succeed |
| 12106 |
Your pay is dependent on your work experience. dependent dependent on if one thing is dependent on another, it is affected by the other thing and changes if the other thing changes |
| 12107 |
a green, rural landscape landscape an area of land that is beautiful to look at or that has a particular type of appearance |
| 12108 |
the rugged landscape of the Peak District landscape an area of land that is beautiful to look at or that has a particular type of appearance |
| 12109 |
an exhibition of Paul Gunn's most recent landscapes landscape a painting of an area of land |
| 12110 |
The 1990s saw the political landscape radically reshaped. landscape the main features of a situation or activity |
| 12111 |
Hughes sold a clever dummy and raced towards the goal. dummy sell a dummy a sudden movement of your body, especially in sports such as football, in order to make your opponent think that you are going to send the ball in a different direction |
| 12112 |
Whitman established a dummy company in order to hide his investments. dummy designed to look real but in fact not real |
| 12113 |
pure gold alcohol pure a pure substance or material has nothing mixed with it that might spoil its quality or effect |
| 12114 |
a scream of pure terror pure used for emphasizing the amount or degree of something |
| 12115 |
a smile of pure happiness pure used for emphasizing the amount or degree of something |
| 12116 |
Perhaps it was pure chance that the other woman happened to be there. pure pure chance coincidence luck used for emphasizing the amount or degree of something |
| 12117 |
The flowers were a pure white. pure a pure sound, colour, light etc is very clear and beautiful |
| 12118 |
the pure sound of children laughing pure a pure sound, colour, light etc is very clear and beautiful |
| 12119 |
pure mathematics pure a pure subject of study, especially in science, deals only with theory and not with the way the theory is used |
| 12120 |
You could separate it from its political message and just look at it as pure poetry. pure a pure form of art does not have any practical purpose, such as selling something |
| 12121 |
He cannot claim to have led an absolutely pure life. pure a pure person or pure behaviour is free from wrong, especially in sexual matters |
| 12122 |
It is hard to be humble, and nobody is pure. pure a pure person or pure behaviour is free from wrong, especially in sexual matters |
| 12123 |
The murder was vengeance, pure and simple. pure pure and simple used for saying that there is no additional explanation for something |
| 12124 |
I hardly think she was as pure as the driven snow. pure pure as the driven snow completely pure, often used for suggesting the opposite |
| 12125 |
a bathroom mirror mirror a piece of special glass in which you can see yourself or see what is behind you |
| 12126 |
Rachel looked at herself in the mirror. mirror in the mirror a piece of special glass in which you can see yourself or see what is behind you |
| 12127 |
Your fears are a mirror of my own. mirror mirror of someone or something that matches or expresses the qualities, features, or feelings of another person or thing |
| 12128 |
The sun was mirrored in the windows. mirror to reflect something like a mirror |
| 12129 |
Does art mirror society or shape it? mirror to match or express the qualities, features, or feelings of someone or something |
| 12130 |
John went out and locked the door behind him. lock to fasten something such as a door or a container, usually with a key, so that other people cannot open it |
| 12131 |
Have you locked the car? lock to fasten something such as a door or a container, usually with a key, so that other people cannot open it |
| 12132 |
She locked the documents in the safe. lock lock something in something to fasten something such as a door or a container, usually with a key, so that other people cannot open it |
| 12133 |
The door slammed and locked. lock to become fastened with a lock |
| 12134 |
This drawer won't lock. lock to become fastened with a lock |
| 12135 |
The brakes locked and the car spun off the road. lock if something locks in a particular position, it is firmly fixed or held in that position |
| 12136 |
He locked his arms around her waist. lock to lock or fix something firmly in a particular position |
| 12137 |
All entries are locked so no unauthorized modifications can be made. lock to prevent information on a computer from being changed or looked at by someone who does not have permission |
| 12138 |
Two of Rugby League's top teams will lock horns with each other tomorrow. lock lock horns (with) to become involved in something such as a fight or competition with someone |
| 12139 |
The two sides were locked in fierce debate over the proposed merger deal. lock locked in (a) battle debate dispute negotiations etc involved in a fight, discussion, or argument that lasts a long time |
| 12140 |
They were locked in a loving embrace. lock locked in an embrace holding each other tightly |
| 12141 |
He slowly turned the key in the lock. lock a part of a door, drawer, suitcase etc used for fastening it so that no one can open it. You usually open and close locks with a key, but if you pick a lock, you use something else to open it, often illegally |
| 12142 |
All the windows were fitted with locks. lock a part of a door, drawer, suitcase etc used for fastening it so that no one can open it. You usually open and close locks with a key, but if you pick a lock, you use something else to open it, often illegally |
| 12143 |
Use a steering-wheel lock for your car. lock a piece of equipment used for preventing someone from using a vehicle, machine etc |
| 12144 |
Even on full lock I couldn't get round the corner. lock a steering wheel on full lock is turned as far as possible |
| 12145 |
her flowing golden locks lock hair |
| 12146 |
Both factions thought they had a lock on the latest trend. lock have a lock on something to have total control of something or understand it completely |
| 12147 |
She cut off a lock of his hair and put it under her pillow. lock a lock of hair a small piece of hair from someone's head |
| 12148 |
They bought out the business lock, stock, and barrel. lock lock, stock, and barrel including every part of a particular thing, situation, place etc |
| 12149 |
The family headed lock, stock, and barrel for the city of Bath. lock lock, stock, and barrel including every part of a particular thing, situation, place etc |
| 12150 |
These files should be kept under lock and key. lock under lock and key in a room or container which is fastened with a lock |
| 12151 |
The symptoms include fever and vomiting. symptom a sign that someone has an illness |
| 12152 |
The symptoms of flu may last several days. symptom symptom of a sign that someone has an illness |
| 12153 |
The fighting is a symptom of growing insecurity in the region. symptom symptom of a sign of a larger problem |
| 12154 |
We try to fill our executive positions by promotion from within. promotion a move to a higher level in a company, institution, or sport |
| 12155 |
His number one objective is to get promotion. promotion get win gain promotion a move to a higher level in a company, institution, or sport |
| 12156 |
Their chances of promotion to the Premier League are pretty poor. promotion promotion to a move to a higher level in a company, institution, or sport |
| 12157 |
The campaign is concerned with the promotion of health. promotion the activity of encouraging or supporting something |
| 12158 |
the development and promotion of improved methods of farming promotion the activity of encouraging or supporting something |
| 12159 |
a ban on the promotion of tobacco products promotion the process of attracting people's attention to a product or event, for example by advertising |
| 12160 |
the budget for advertising and promotions promotion the process of attracting people's attention to a product or event, for example by advertising |
| 12161 |
The global economy has become increasingly unstable. global including or affecting the whole world |
| 12162 |
global changes in climate global including or affecting the whole world |
| 12163 |
There is no obstacle to making our company truly global. global including or affecting the whole world |
| 12164 |
We must take a global view of children's needs. global complete, including all parts of something |
| 12165 |
new investment that will enable the company to compete globally global |
| 12166 |
You're right to mention her home circumstances, but that aside, how is her school work? aside used for telling someone that what you are mentioning is not as important as what you are going to say next |
| 12167 |
Aside from hanging about in the street, there's nothing for kids to do here. aside except for |
| 12168 |
He'd eaten half a loaf of bread, and that was aside from the sandwich he'd had earlier. aside used for saying that something exists, is true, or happens in addition to something else |
| 12169 |
Railway companies brushed aside fears that staff cuts would compromise safety. aside brush sweep cast something aside to refuse to consider or deal with something |
| 12170 |
Helen stepped aside to let him pass. aside move step aside to move away from someone or something, or to move something or someone away from you |
| 12171 |
The little boy was pushed roughly aside. aside move step aside to move away from someone or something, or to move something or someone away from you |
| 12172 |
Leaving aside the question of how young they are, do you think the boys are guilty? aside to deliberately not consider or include something |
| 12173 |
They'll have to put aside their political differences and find a solution. aside to deliberately not consider or include something |
| 12174 |
He set his pen aside and read over what he had written. aside to stop using, doing, or dealing with something |
| 12175 |
Try to set aside half an hour every day for something you really enjoy doing. aside to keep time, money, land etc for future use or a particular purpose |
| 12176 |
She looked appealingly in his direction, but he turned aside. aside turn aside to turn your head or body away from someone or something so that you are no longer looking at them |
| 12177 |
Investors are continuing to shovel cash into their stock funds. shovel shovel something into onto etc something to move large amounts of something from one place to another in a careless way |
| 12178 |
Stop shovelling food into your mouth! shovel to move large amounts of something from one place to another in a careless way |
| 12179 |
90% of our students are Asian. Asian someone who is Asian is from Asia |
| 12180 |
Asian cuisine Asian relating to Asia or its culture |
| 12181 |
There's a tendency for a new manager to make changes. tendency a tendency (for someone something) to do something a strong chance that something will happen in a particular way |
| 12182 |
You have a tendency to avoid arguments. tendency have a tendency to do something a strong chance that something will happen in a particular way |
| 12183 |
have artistic criminal suicidal tendencies tendency an aspect of your character that you show by behaving in a particular way |
| 12184 |
an increasing growing tendency tendency an attitude, habit, or situation that is starting to develop in a particular way |
| 12185 |
The tendency is for students to research on the Internet. tendency a tendency (for someone something) to do something an attitude, habit, or situation that is starting to develop in a particular way |
| 12186 |
We continue to see a tendency towards globalization of brands. tendency a tendency towards something an attitude, habit, or situation that is starting to develop in a particular way |
| 12187 |
a wildlife conservation project conservation the management of land and water in ways that prevent it from being damaged or destroyed |
| 12188 |
groups calling for the conservation of the countryside conservation conservation of the management of land and water in ways that prevent it from being damaged or destroyed |
| 12189 |
habitats of considerable interest in terms of nature conservation conservation nature conservation the management of land and water in ways that prevent it from being damaged or destroyed |
| 12190 |
energy conservation measures conservation the careful use of energy, water, and other resources, so that they are not wasted or lost |
| 12191 |
Simon left school with no qualifications. qualification something such as a degree or a diploma that you get when you successfully finish a course of study |
| 12192 |
The number of people obtaining basic craft qualifications has fallen. qualification something such as a degree or a diploma that you get when you successfully finish a course of study |
| 12193 |
courses leading to recognized qualifications in art and design qualification qualification in something such as a degree or a diploma that you get when you successfully finish a course of study |
| 12194 |
Reagan's command of television was a vital qualification for the presidency. qualification qualification for an ability or quality that you need in order to do a particular job or activity |
| 12195 |
Our qualification for the World Cup finals hangs in the balance. qualification qualification for the action or process of qualifying for something |
| 12196 |
There is an important qualification to the Act: it does not apply to international contracts. qualification something that you add to a statement or rule to show that it is not true in some situations |
| 12197 |
I welcome the minister's announcement without qualification. qualification without qualification (=in every way, or in every possible situation) something that you add to a statement or rule to show that it is not true in some situations |
| 12198 |
It didn't take her long to pack the few clothes she would need. pack to put your possessions into a bag, case, or box so that you can take or send them somewhere |
| 12199 |
Haven't you packed yet? pack to put your possessions into a bag, case, or box so that you can take or send them somewhere |
| 12200 |
He was still packing his suitcase when the taxi came. pack pack a bag suitcase etc to put your possessions into a bag, case, or box so that you can take or send them somewhere |
| 12201 |
I've packed you a few sandwiches in case you get hungry. pack pack someone something to put your possessions into a bag, case, or box so that you can take or send them somewhere |
| 12202 |
The plates were still packed in white tissue paper. pack to put a material around something inside a container so that it does not break when it is moved or sent somewhere |
| 12203 |
sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil pack packed in oil salt ice to cover food with a substance inside a container so that it does not decay |
| 12204 |
This is where the fruit is packed. pack to put goods into containers so that they can be sent somewhere and sold |
| 12205 |
Eager spectators packed the courtroom. pack to fill a place completely |
| 12206 |
Pat the soil down, but do not pack it too tightly. pack to press something such as soil or snow into a solid hard mass |
| 12207 |
Opposition members felt the conference had been packed with government supporters. pack to dishonestly arrange for a lot of people who support your views to be on a committee or in a meeting |
| 12208 |
The play still packs a punch, as last week's production proved. pack to have a strong effect |
| 12209 |
She told him to pack his bags. pack pack your bags to get ready to leave a person or place permanently, especially after a disagreement |
| 12210 |
Envelopes are cheaper if you buy them in packs of 100. pack a set of things such as products wrapped or tied together |
| 12211 |
On registration we will send you a membership pack. pack a set of documents wrapped together |
| 12212 |
Do you have a pack of cards? pack pack of a set of cards used for playing card games |
| 12213 |
With 16 laps to go, Mansell was leading the pack. pack the main group of people following behind the leader or leaders in a race or competition |
| 12214 |
What a pack of rogues they are! pack a group of people who do something together. This word shows that you dislike these people |
| 12215 |
This kind of innovation will keep the company ahead of the pack. pack lead the pack to be more successful than other people that you are competing with |
| 12216 |
You've told me a complete pack of lies, haven't you? pack a pack of lies a story that has nothing true in it |
| 12217 |
the governor of California governor an elected official who is the political head of a state in the US |
| 12218 |
The school's Board of Governors meet tomorrow night. governor a member of a group that has responsibility for an institution like a school or university |
| 12219 |
I'll have to ask the governor. governor an employer or other person who has authority over you |
| 12220 |
expected future earnings expected likely to happen or be true |
| 12221 |
Events did not follow their expected course. expected likely to happen or be true |
| 12222 |
How much do you have to invest? invest to use your money with the aim of making a profit from it, for example by buying property or buying shares in a company |
| 12223 |
He began investing in the stock market at an early age. invest invest in to use your money with the aim of making a profit from it, for example by buying property or buying shares in a company |
| 12224 |
Banks and private individuals invested 20 million in the scheme. invest invest something in something to use your money with the aim of making a profit from it, for example by buying property or buying shares in a company |
| 12225 |
We've invested heavily in foreign markets. invest invest heavily (=invest a lot of money) to use your money with the aim of making a profit from it, for example by buying property or buying shares in a company |
| 12226 |
a carpet tack tack a small pointed nail with a flat top |
| 12227 |
Let's try a different tack. tack a particular way of doing or achieving something |
| 12228 |
The government may change tack if it loses support. tack change tack a particular way of doing or achieving something |
| 12229 |
a long starboard tack tack a direction that a boat sails in relation to the wind |
| 12230 |
The wooden strips have to be tacked down. tack to fix something somewhere with a small nail |
| 12231 |
She tacked up the photograph on the bulletin board. tack to pin something such as a piece of paper on a wall or board etc |
| 12232 |
the cycle of hate and violence in the world cycle cycle of a series of events that happen again and again in the same order or at the same times |
| 12233 |
the washing machine's rinse cycle cycle a set of things that a machine does as part of a process |
| 12234 |
I usually cycle to work. cycle to use a bicycle |
| 12235 |
He studied politics and philosophy. philosophy the study of theories about the meaning of things such as life, knowledge, and beliefs |
| 12236 |
a professor of philosophy philosophy the study of theories about the meaning of things such as life, knowledge, and beliefs |
| 12237 |
Kant's moral philosophy philosophy a system of theories developed by someone as a result of the study of philosophy |
| 12238 |
Eastern philosophies philosophy a system of theories developed by someone as a result of the study of philosophy |
| 12239 |
the latest philosophies of management philosophy a system of beliefs that influences someone's decisions and behaviour |
| 12240 |
The school has a child-centred philosophy. philosophy a system of beliefs that influences someone's decisions and behaviour |
| 12241 |
My philosophy is 'live and let live'. philosophy a belief or attitude that someone uses for dealing with life in general |
| 12242 |
the National Portrait Gallery gallery a public building where you can look at paintings and other works of art |
| 12243 |
She spent her free time visiting galleries and museums. gallery a public building where you can look at paintings and other works of art |
| 12244 |
His work was last shown at the Peter Nathan gallery in Zurich. gallery a private building where you can look at and buy paintings and other types of art |
| 12245 |
The Turner exhibition occupies all the galleries on the first floor. gallery a room in a museum or gallery containing paintings or other works of art |
| 12246 |
Reporters and members of the public packed the public gallery. gallery an upper level in a building such as a church, court etc |
| 12247 |
a gallery of balding middle-aged men gallery gallery of a group of similar people or things |
| 12248 |
Management accused the unions of playing to the gallery by attacking the pay talks. gallery play to the gallery to say what you think people want to hear in order to gain popularity |
| 12249 |
Reading her letter made us all feel a little sad. sad feeling unhappy, especially because something bad has happened |
| 12250 |
I felt sad about leaving him, but I had no choice. sad sad about feeling unhappy, especially because something bad has happened |
| 12251 |
I was very sad to hear that your mother had died. sad be sad to see hear something feeling unhappy, especially because something bad has happened |
| 12252 |
'I'm OK,' she said in a sad voice. sad used about people's behaviour or appearance |
| 12253 |
sad eyes sad used about people's behaviour or appearance |
| 12254 |
It was a sad day when we sold our home. sad making you feel unhappy |
| 12255 |
Dad waited until after dinner to tell us the sad news. sad making you feel unhappy |
| 12256 |
The only sad thing was that Jim couldn't come to the party. sad making you feel unhappy |
| 12257 |
The sad truth is that many children never learn to read. sad very bad in a way that makes you feel angry, upset, or shocked |
| 12258 |
I think it's sad that children spend so much time watching television. sad it is sad that very bad in a way that makes you feel angry, upset, or shocked |
| 12259 |
Teachers' salaries are a sad reflection on our commitment to educating children. sad something is a sad reflection on something someone (=it shows how bad something or someone is) very bad in a way that makes you feel angry, upset, or shocked |
| 12260 |
It's a sad state of affairs when people can't be bothered to vote any more. sad a sad state of affairs (=bad situation) very bad in a way that makes you feel angry, upset, or shocked |
| 12261 |
I'm just one of those sad people who sit at home reading on Saturday night. sad a sad person is someone who you think is boring or who behaves in a way that does not deserve respect |
| 12262 |
Sad to say, sport is more important than academic subjects at some universities. sad sad to say used when talking about something that makes you unhappy |
| 12263 |
Women's groups are concerned about the high levels of medical intervention during childbirth. intervention a situation in which someone becomes involved in a particular issue, problem etc in order to influence what happens |
| 12264 |
We do not need further government intervention. intervention a situation in which someone becomes involved in a particular issue, problem etc in order to influence what happens |
| 12265 |
state intervention in the economy intervention intervention in a situation in which someone becomes involved in a particular issue, problem etc in order to influence what happens |
| 12266 |
physical and emotional well-being emotional relating to feelings and the way that they affect your life |
| 12267 |
He is in need of emotional support. emotional relating to feelings and the way that they affect your life |
| 12268 |
Some patients became very emotional. emotional affected by and expressing strong emotion, especially sadness or anger |
| 12269 |
It was an emotional reunion. emotional affected by and expressing strong emotion, especially sadness or anger |
| 12270 |
This is such an emotional issue. emotional causing strong emotions such as sadness and anger |
| 12271 |
It's better not to become emotionally involved with clients. emotional |
| 12272 |
He works in advertising. advertising the business of making advertisements |
| 12273 |
We spend $5 million a year on advertising. advertising advertisements in general |
| 12274 |
I was too shy at first to ask her to dance. dance to move your feet and your body in a pattern of movements that follows the sound of music |
| 12275 |
Who was that you were dancing with? dance dance with to move your feet and your body in a pattern of movements that follows the sound of music |
| 12276 |
They danced to the music of a 14-piece band. dance dance to to move your feet and your body in a pattern of movements that follows the sound of music |
| 12277 |
Lily and Charlie were still dancing together. dance dance together to move your feet and your body in a pattern of movements that follows the sound of music |
| 12278 |
Two couples were left on the floor, dancing a waltz. dance to perform a particular type of dance |
| 12279 |
Flames danced in the fireplace. dance if something dances, it makes a series of quick light movements |
| 12280 |
They did traditional Scottish dances. dance do a dance a pattern of movements that you make with your feet and your body, following the sound of music |
| 12281 |
Outside a band was playing the Cornish Floral Dance. dance a piece of music written or played for people to dance to |
| 12282 |
dance tunes dance a piece of music written or played for people to dance to |
| 12283 |
the school Christmas dance dance a social event where there is music for people to dance to |
| 12284 |
She teaches drama and dance. dance the activity or job of dancing in order to entertain an audience |
| 12285 |
a dance teacher school class dance the activity or job of dancing in order to entertain an audience |
| 12286 |
the British Isles isle an island. This is used mainly in literature or in the name of a group of islands |
| 12287 |
a packet of cigarettes cigarette a narrow paper tube containing tobacco that people smoke |
| 12288 |
They're predicting heavy rain for tomorrow. predict to say what you think will happen in the future |
| 12289 |
Industry leaders predict that another 8,000 jobs could be lost by the end of the year. predict predict (that) to say what you think will happen in the future |
| 12290 |
The state has an adequate supply of trained teachers. adequate good enough or large enough for a particular purpose |
| 12291 |
The house is perfectly adequate for just the two of us. adequate adequate for good enough or large enough for a particular purpose |
| 12292 |
The existing law is adequate to deal with the problem. adequate adequate to do something good enough or large enough for a particular purpose |
| 12293 |
a merely adequate knowledge of the subject adequate satisfactory, but not extremely good |
| 12294 |
The programme is adequately funded at this time. adequate |
| 12295 |
All these variables can affect a student's performance. variable something that can change and affect the result of a situation |
| 12296 |
a variable-rate loan mortgage variable capable of being changed |
| 12297 |
The temperature in the main building is variable. variable capable of being changed |
| 12298 |
Winds will be variable. variable changing often |
| 12299 |
a continuously variable set of conditions variable changing often |
| 12300 |
The standard of teaching is very variable. variable not always of the same quality |
| 12301 |
He retired from the army last month. retire retire from to stop working, especially when you reach the age when you are officially too old to work |
| 12302 |
Mr Garroway retired as chairman of the historical society in May. retire retire as to stop working, especially when you reach the age when you are officially too old to work |
| 12303 |
The committee will now retire in order to discuss these issues. retire to leave a place, position, or way of life in order to go somewhere quieter or to live a less active life |
| 12304 |
At the age of 83, she finally retired from public life. retire retire from to leave a place, position, or way of life in order to go somewhere quieter or to live a less active life |
| 12305 |
In the evenings, Lloyd retired to his study to write. retire retire to to leave a place, position, or way of life in order to go somewhere quieter or to live a less active life |
| 12306 |
He retired hurt with a bloody nose. retire to stop taking part in a game or sports competition because you are injured or ill, or to make someone do this |
| 12307 |
My printer was three years old, so I retired it. retire to remove machines or equipment from a place because they are old and no longer useful |
| 12308 |
rising transportation costs transportation the activity of moving people or things from one place to another, or the system used for doing this |
| 12309 |
He was convicted of the possession and transportation of illegal drugs. transportation transportation of the activity of moving people or things from one place to another, or the system used for doing this |
| 12310 |
The price includes hotels and transportation. transportation the activity of travelling from one place to another |
| 12311 |
What will we do for transportation to and from the airport? transportation a method of travelling from one place to another |
| 12312 |
white brown sugar sugar a sweet substance consisting of very small white or brown pieces that is added to food or drinks to make them taste sweet |
| 12313 |
a spoonful teaspoon of sugar sugar a sweet substance consisting of very small white or brown pieces that is added to food or drinks to make them taste sweet |
| 12314 |
How many sugars do you take? sugar the amount of sugar that is contained in a teaspoon |
| 12315 |
Come on, sugar, eat your dinner. sugar used for talking to someone who you like or love |
| 12316 |
sugared almonds sugar |
| 12317 |
pale blue yellow green pale light and not bright in colour |
| 12318 |
a pale sky pale light and not bright in colour |
| 12319 |
When he returned, he looked pale and weary. pale a pale person has skin that is lighter than usual because they are ill, shocked, or worried |
| 12320 |
He's become a pale shadow of his former self. pale a pale shadow less impressive or not as good as before or when compared with someone or something similar |
| 12321 |
The squad had become a pale imitation of the team that defeated New Zealand. pale a pale imitation less impressive or not as good as before or when compared with someone or something similar |
| 12322 |
Albert's face paled with fear. pale if someone pales, or if their face pales, their skin becomes lighter because they are ill, shocked, or worried |
| 12323 |
Birds began to sing as the sky paled into dawn. pale to become lighter in colour |
| 12324 |
The devastating floods of two years ago pale in comparison with last week's storms. pale pale in comparison to with to become less important or serious, especially when compared with someone or something else |
| 12325 |
Her problems paled into insignificance when compared with this family's tragedy. pale pale into insignificance to become less important or serious, especially when compared with someone or something else |
| 12326 |
You should not visit the area without an escort. escort a person or a group of people, vehicles, ships etc that go somewhere with another person, vehicle, ship etc in order to protect them or to prevent them from escaping |
| 12327 |
He arrived in court under police escort. escort under escort with an escort |
| 12328 |
Her bodyguards escorted her through the airport. escort to go somewhere with a person, vehicle, ship etc in order to protect them or to prevent them from escaping |
| 12329 |
a battleship escorted by several smaller vessels escort to go somewhere with a person, vehicle, ship etc in order to protect them or to prevent them from escaping |
| 12330 |
She escorted him to the front door. escort to go somewhere with someone in order to be certain that they arrive at the right place |
| 12331 |
Denise was escorted by her uncle. escort to go with someone to a formal social event as their partner |
| 12332 |
Changes in sea temperature will increase the frequency of hurricanes. frequency frequency of the number of times that something happens during a period of time |
| 12333 |
Accidents occur here with increasing frequency. frequency with increasing frequency (=more often) the number of times that something happens during a period of time |
| 12334 |
We hope this treatment will reduce the frequency of heart disease. frequency frequency of the number of instances of something |
| 12335 |
Words with higher frequency are likely to have more complex behaviour. frequency high low frequency the number of instances of something |
| 12336 |
We became suspicious of the frequency and size of his bank withdrawals. frequency used for saying that something happens a lot |
| 12337 |
a frequency of 7.5 MHz frequency the rate at which a sound wave, light wave, or radio wave vibrates (=moves up and down) |
| 12338 |
Bob's a really nice guy. guy a man |
| 12339 |
She's going out with some French guy she met on holiday. guy a man |
| 12340 |
He looks like the kind of guy you would trust with your life savings. guy the kind sort of guy a man |
| 12341 |
Hey, guys, what's happening? guy used for talking to a group of people |
| 12342 |
The young man was killed in a racist attack two years ago. racist |
| 12343 |
The Councillor apologized for his racist remarks. racist racist remarks views incidents |
| 12344 |
modern antique furniture furniture the chairs, tables, beds, cupboards etc that you put in a room or house so that you can live in it |
| 12345 |
purely administrative tasks administrative relating to the management of a company, organization, or institution |
| 12346 |
the administrative burden on small businesses administrative relating to the management of a company, organization, or institution |
| 12347 |
a wooden box floor chair wooden made of wood |
| 12348 |
his wooden delivery of the lines wooden an actor who is wooden does not express enough emotion in their performance |
| 12349 |
Input from visiting scientists will increase the value of our work. input input from help in the form of ideas, advice, or information, used in a process or in making a decision |
| 12350 |
Teachers have considerable input into the school's decision-making process. input input into to help in the form of ideas, advice, or information, used in a process or in making a decision |
| 12351 |
The surveys will provide valuable input into development planning. input provide input into to something help in the form of ideas, advice, or information, used in a process or in making a decision |
| 12352 |
The program accepts input from a variety of sources. input information that is put into a computer or a piece of electronic equipment using another machine such as a keyboard or microphone |
| 12353 |
sensory visual acoustic input input in psychology, information that your brain receives from your eyes, ears, or nerves |
| 12354 |
an input socket input electrical or other energy that is put into a machine |
| 12355 |
The system is now ready for the user to input data. input to put information into a computer or a piece of electronic equipment |
| 12356 |
Violence in society is not a new phenomenon. phenomenon an event or situation that can be seen to happen or exist |
| 12357 |
a study of the phenomenon of physical attraction phenomenon phenomenon of an event or situation that can be seen to happen or exist |
| 12358 |
Her new book is a publishing phenomenon. phenomenon someone or something that is very impressive or surprising |
| 12359 |
Going shopping with a baby requires a surprising amount of physical effort. surprising unusual, or unexpected |
| 12360 |
The results of the survey lead to some surprising conclusions. surprising unusual, or unexpected |
| 12361 |
It's hardly surprising (=not at all surprising) that she's angry, considering what you said. surprising unusual, or unexpected |
| 12362 |
It's surprising what you can achieve with so little money. surprising it is surprising how what where etc unusual, or unexpected |
| 12363 |
a TV addict addict someone who likes a particular activity very much and spends as much time as they can doing it |
| 12364 |
a tweed linen denim jacket jacket a short coat that covers the upper part of the body and is made in many styles for different occasions and different kinds of weather |
| 12365 |
a suit jacket jacket a short coat that covers the upper part of the body and is made in many styles for different occasions and different kinds of weather |
| 12366 |
He was wearing jeans and a leather jacket. jacket a short coat that covers the upper part of the body and is made in many styles for different occasions and different kinds of weather |
| 12367 |
a book jacket jacket a cover for a book |
| 12368 |
Mum! Jimmy kicked me! kick to hit someone or something with your foot |
| 12369 |
Some children will bite and kick when they get angry. kick to hit someone or something with your foot |
| 12370 |
He kicked the bottle towards the bin and missed. kick kick something to towards away from someone something to hit someone or something with your foot |
| 12371 |
Southgate kicked the door open. kick kick something open closed shut to hit someone or something with your foot |
| 12372 |
She felt as if she had been kicked in the stomach. kick kick someone in the stomach face head etc to hit someone or something with your foot |
| 12373 |
the pleasure of kicking a ball across a stretch of grass kick to hit a ball with your foot in a game such as football |
| 12374 |
Take your baby's nappy off and let her kick a bit. kick to move your legs as if you were kicking something |
| 12375 |
Amanda has finally managed to kick smoking. kick to stop doing something that is bad for you |
| 12376 |
Do you smoke and want to kick the habit? kick kick the habit to stop doing something that is bad for you |
| 12377 |
Flora kicked her horse into a canter. kick to hit a horse's sides with your heels in order to make it move forward |
| 12378 |
If he gives you any problems, let me know and I'll kick his ass. kick kick (someone's) ass to punish or defeat someone |
| 12379 |
Let's get out there and kick some ass! kick kick (some) ass butt to show someone what you are capable of doing or achieving, especially in a very determined way |
| 12380 |
That issue has now been kicked into touch. kick kick something into touch to stop discussing an idea, suggestion, problem etc because it is clear that you cannot achieve or solve it |
| 12381 |
They were forced to kick their heels for nearly a quarter of an hour. kick kick your heels to waste time waiting for someone or something |
| 12382 |
He kicked himself for not having made the obvious connection. kick kick yourself to be very annoyed because you have made a mistake, missed an opportunity etc |
| 12383 |
Lifting her foot, she aimed a kick at George. kick a hit with your foot |
| 12384 |
Bobby gave the door a good kick. kick give someone something a kick a hit with your foot |
| 12385 |
One man took a flying kick at a police officer. kick take a kick at someone a hit with your foot |
| 12386 |
Fowler received a kick in the face that broke his jaw. kick a kick in the face jaw teeth etc a hit with your foot |
| 12387 |
Barnes had missed three easy kicks at goal. kick an act of kicking a ball in a game |
| 12388 |
the high kicks of the cancan kick a sudden movement of your leg forward and upwards, especially in a dance |
| 12389 |
To become involved with professional football is a real kick for me. kick a feeling of excitement or pleasure |
| 12390 |
I get a real kick out of seeing my children do well in school. kick get a kick out of from something a feeling of excitement or pleasure |
| 12391 |
I just play the banjo for kicks – I'm not very good at it. kick do something for kicks a feeling of excitement or pleasure |
| 12392 |
He got his kicks from inflicting pain on others. kick get your kicks from something to do something, especially something bad, because it gives you a feeling of excitement |
| 12393 |
He described the court's decision as a kick in the teeth to the people of Britain. kick a kick in the teeth stomach guts something that makes you feel very disappointed or upset, especially when you have been trying hard to achieve something |
| 12394 |
Their leaders need a kick up the backside if they're going to save the economy. kick a kick up the backside something that shocks people and makes them decide to try harder |
| 12395 |
an oil steel livestock cereal producer producer a person or company that grows food or makes goods to be sold |
| 12396 |
The interests of producers and consumers may be in conflict. producer a person or company that grows food or makes goods to be sold |
| 12397 |
New Zealand's growing reputation as a producer of wine producer a country or region that produces a lot of something |
| 12398 |
My hearing has deteriorated as I've got older. hearing your ability to hear sounds |
| 12399 |
Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing loss. hearing hearing loss your ability to hear sounds |
| 12400 |
A court hearing has been scheduled for 31 August. hearing a meeting of a court of law or official organization to find out the facts about something |
| 12401 |
a disciplinary hearing hearing a meeting of a court of law or official organization to find out the facts about something |
| 12402 |
He shouldn't expect a sympathetic hearing in Washington. hearing an opportunity to give your opinions and ideas |
| 12403 |
We were given a very fair hearing. hearing fair hearing (=an occasion when people listen in a sympathetic way) an opportunity to give your opinions and ideas |
| 12404 |
fish sausage egg and chips chip a long thin piece of potato cooked in hot oil. The American word is French fry |
| 12405 |
There were chips of glass all over the floor. chip a small piece of something such as wood or glass, especially when it has broken off something |
| 12406 |
Use wood chips as mulch around trees. chip wood chips a small piece of something such as wood or glass, especially when it has broken off something |
| 12407 |
The cup had a tiny chip in it. chip chip in a place on a plate, cup etc where a small piece of it has broken off |
| 12408 |
Jimmy was a chip off the old block with his grey eyes and his dad's smile. chip be a chip off the old block to look or behave like one of your parents |
| 12409 |
Bert had always had a chip on his shoulder because of his accent. chip have a chip on your shoulder to be likely to become angry or offended very easily, especially about something that other people think should not upset you |
| 12410 |
When the chips are down, you won't get any help from her. chip when the chips are down used for saying what happens when a situation becomes difficult or reaches an important point |
| 12411 |
Try not to chip these cups when you wash them. chip if something hard chips, or if you chip it, a small piece of it breaks off |
| 12412 |
Beckham chipped a superb shot over the goalkeeper's head. chip to hit or kick a ball so that it goes high into the air for a short distance |
| 12413 |
Solve the equation 5x – 3 = 27. equation a statement that two sets of numbers, letters, or symbols are equal |
| 12414 |
the false equation of financial success with happiness equation the process of considering one thing to be the same as another |
| 12415 |
In a choice between the use of rail and car, the question of cost will come into the equation. equation all the different aspects that you have to consider in a situation |
| 12416 |
This cheese stinks! stink to smell very unpleasant |
| 12417 |
The kitchen stank of smoke. stink stink of to smell very unpleasant |
| 12418 |
It really stinks in here. stink it stinks to smell very unpleasant |
| 12419 |
The whole justice system stinks. stink to be bad or dishonest |
| 12420 |
The deal stank of corruption. stink stink of to be bad or dishonest |
| 12421 |
Local residents are kicking up a stink over the new parking charges. stink kick up a stink a situation in which people complain angrily about something |
| 12422 |
Hello, my name is Anna. hello used as a greeting when you meet someone or begin to talk to someone on the telephone |
| 12423 |
I need to say hello to a few people. hello say hello used as a greeting when you meet someone or begin to talk to someone on the telephone |
| 12424 |
Hello! We're over here! hello used for calling to someone to get their attention |
| 12425 |
Hello! There's no way anyone will give you a job with that haircut. hello used for saying that you think someone is not being very sensible or is not paying attention to what is happening |
| 12426 |
Hello. What's that he's holding? hello used for expressing surprise or interest |
| 12427 |
The play has been a remarkable success. remarkable unusual in a way that surprises or impresses you |
| 12428 |
Her mother made a remarkable recovery. remarkable unusual in a way that surprises or impresses you |
| 12429 |
a remarkable achievement feat performance remarkable unusual in a way that surprises or impresses you |
| 12430 |
It's remarkable that no one has complained about this system before. remarkable remarkable that unusual in a way that surprises or impresses you |
| 12431 |
There's nothing particularly remarkable about the film. remarkable remarkable about unusual in a way that surprises or impresses you |
| 12432 |
The standard of craftsmanship is remarkable for bronze work of this date. remarkable remarkable for unusual in a way that surprises or impresses you |
| 12433 |
an alliance between the Liberal Democrats and the Nationalists alliance alliance between an arrangement between two or more people, groups, or countries by which they agree to work together to achieve something |
| 12434 |
Successive French governments maintained the alliance with Russia. alliance alliance with an arrangement between two or more people, groups, or countries by which they agree to work together to achieve something |
| 12435 |
Independent companies are encouraged to form strategic alliances to help them compete. alliance enter into form forge an alliance an arrangement between two or more people, groups, or countries by which they agree to work together to achieve something |
| 12436 |
a marketing campaign by Apple in alliance with other names alliance in alliance with someone (=working together with someone) an arrangement between two or more people, groups, or countries by which they agree to work together to achieve something |
| 12437 |
members of other parties within the alliance alliance a group of people, organizations, or countries who have united to work together to achieve something |
| 12438 |
The air was thick with cigarette smoke. smoke a grey, black, or white cloud produced by something that is burning |
| 12439 |
A column of black smoke slowly rose above the building. smoke a column pall cloud of smoke (=a large quantity) a grey, black, or white cloud produced by something that is burning |
| 12440 |
Exploding rockets sent up clouds of smoke. smoke a grey, black, or white cloud produced by something that is burning |
| 12441 |
I'm just going out for a smoke. smoke the process of smoking something, especially a cigarette |
| 12442 |
Have a smoke. smoke a cigarette |
| 12443 |
Without a scholarship, her dreams of college would go up in smoke. smoke if your plans or dreams go up in smoke, they are destroyed |
| 12444 |
It would take just one match for this whole place to go up in smoke. smoke to be destroyed by fire |
| 12445 |
Look, he's a nice guy, but there's no smoke without fire. smoke there's no smoke without fire used for saying that if something bad is being said about someone, or if something seems bad, then there is probably a good reason for it |
| 12446 |
Phil was reading the paper and smoking a cigarette. smoke to suck smoke from a cigarette, pipe etc into your mouth and lungs |
| 12447 |
I didn't know you smoked! smoke to smoke cigarettes as a regular habit |
| 12448 |
She smokes about 20 a day. smoke to smoke cigarettes as a regular habit |
| 12449 |
Jane started smoking heavily as her job became more stressful. smoke smoke heavily to smoke cigarettes as a regular habit |
| 12450 |
By the time I got to the garage, the engine was smoking alarmingly. smoke to produce smoke |
| 12451 |
Smoking can seriously damage your health. smoking the activity of breathing smoke from cigarettes, pipes etc into your mouth and lungs |
| 12452 |
smoking-related illnesses smoking the activity of breathing smoke from cigarettes, pipes etc into your mouth and lungs |
| 12453 |
So how long is it since you gave up smoking? smoking give up quit smoking (=stop doing it) the activity of breathing smoke from cigarettes, pipes etc into your mouth and lungs |
| 12454 |
a seat in smoking smoking the part of a train where passengers are allowed to smoke |
| 12455 |
Does the restaurant have a smoking section? smoking where smoking is allowed |
| 12456 |
There was a general lack of awareness about safety issues. awareness knowledge or understanding of a subject, issue, or situation |
| 12457 |
racism awareness awareness knowledge or understanding of a subject, issue, or situation |
| 12458 |
The campaign aims to raise awareness of the dangers of passive smoking. awareness raise increase awareness (of) knowledge or understanding of a subject, issue, or situation |
| 12459 |
Increased environmental awareness has led to a greater demand for recycled paper. awareness increased heightened awareness knowledge or understanding of a subject, issue, or situation |
| 12460 |
an awareness campaign programme course awareness relating to increasing people's awareness |
| 12461 |
She lost all awareness of time and place. awareness the ability to notice things |
| 12462 |
a donkey derby derby a race or competition that anyone can enter |
| 12463 |
The curry was still burning his throat. throat the area at the back of your mouth and inside your neck |
| 12464 |
She's in bed with a throat infection. throat the area at the back of your mouth and inside your neck |
| 12465 |
Have we got any medicine for a sore throat? throat sore throat the area at the back of your mouth and inside your neck |
| 12466 |
The bigger man grabbed him by the throat. throat your neck, especially the front part |
| 12467 |
She loosened the scarf around her throat. throat your neck, especially the front part |
| 12468 |
As soon as politics comes up, they'll be at each other's throats. throat be at each other's throats if two people are at each other's throats, they are arguing in an angry way |
| 12469 |
Viewers continue to have programmes like this thrust down their throats every day. throat force push ram thrust something down someone's throat to force someone to have or to accept something |
| 12470 |
The award recognizes distinction in exploration, discovery, and research. discovery the process of learning something that was not known before, or of finding someone or something that was missing or hidden |
| 12471 |
Our country continues to lead the world in scientific discoveries. discovery the process of learning something that was not known before, or of finding someone or something that was missing or hidden |
| 12472 |
Police announced the discovery of the body late last night. discovery discovery of the process of learning something that was not known before, or of finding someone or something that was missing or hidden |
| 12473 |
the discovery that the universe is expanding discovery discovery that the process of learning something that was not known before, or of finding someone or something that was missing or hidden |
| 12474 |
We made some interesting discoveries about our own family. discovery make a discovery the process of learning something that was not known before, or of finding someone or something that was missing or hidden |
| 12475 |
This is one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the century. discovery something that is found, or something new that is learned |
| 12476 |
Gisela is one of Lagerfeld's latest discoveries. discovery someone whose ability is recognized by another person who helps them to become famous |
| 12477 |
the Shetland Folk Festival festival a series of performances of films, plays, music, or dancing that is usually organized in the same place at the same time each year |
| 12478 |
a film music dance theatre festival festival a series of performances of films, plays, music, or dancing that is usually organized in the same place at the same time each year |
| 12479 |
a beer festival festival an event that is held to celebrate a particular thing or activity |
| 12480 |
a garden festival festival an event that is held to celebrate a particular thing or activity |
| 12481 |
Religious festivals are held throughout the year. festival a day or period when there is a public holiday, often to celebrate a religious event |
| 12482 |
a bunch of red roses rose a flower that has a sweet smell and thorns (=sharp pieces) on its stem |
| 12483 |
a rose garden rose a flower that has a sweet smell and thorns (=sharp pieces) on its stem |
| 12484 |
The principal aim of the project is to provide an answer to this question. principal main, or most important |
| 12485 |
The salary is good, but that is not the principal reason I accepted the job. principal main, or most important |
| 12486 |
The show had eight principals and more than twenty dancers. principal the main actor, dancer, singer etc in a performance |
| 12487 |
the Principal of Glasgow University principal the head of a college or university |
| 12488 |
Her interests might conflict with those of her principals. principal a person or organization that has someone to represent them in legal and business matters |
| 12489 |
a brilliant scientist brilliant very intelligent |
| 12490 |
It was a brilliant save by the goalie. brilliant very skilful, impressive, or successful |
| 12491 |
a brilliant legal career brilliant very skilful, impressive, or successful |
| 12492 |
He'd polished the table to a brilliant shine. brilliant extremely bright |
| 12493 |
The kids had a brilliant time. brilliant extremely good or enjoyable |
| 12494 |
Oh brilliant, I've found my key! brilliant used for showing that you are very pleased about something |
| 12495 |
Their plan worked brilliantly. brilliant |
| 12496 |
brilliantly coloured birds brilliant |
| 12497 |
We travelled to Oxford by coach. coach a long comfortable vehicle for carrying a large number of passengers, especially on long journeys |
| 12498 |
There are daily coach tours to Venice. coach coach tour trip holiday a long comfortable vehicle for carrying a large number of passengers, especially on long journeys |
| 12499 |
Nadal has a new coach. coach someone who trains a sports player or team |
| 12500 |
a baseball coach coach someone who trains a sports player or team |
| 12501 |
An acting coach was brought in for the less experienced actors. coach someone who teaches a special skill, especially one connected with performing such as singing or acting |
| 12502 |
First class accommodation is in the front two coaches. coach one of the sections of a train. The American word is car |
| 12503 |
Mr Jones coaches the football team. coach to train a sports player or team |
| 12504 |
I'd like to coach athletics. coach to train a sports player or team |
| 12505 |
a stage school where they coach children in singing and dancing coach to teach someone a special skill, especially one connected with performing in public |
| 12506 |
My father coached me in maths. coach to teach someone a school subject, especially in order to help them prepare for an examination |
| 12507 |
Danielson had been coached by her lawyers, and said very little. coach to tell someone what to say or do in a particular situation |
| 12508 |
a pot of glue glue a sticky substance that you use to fix things to each other |
| 12509 |
Is the monarchy the glue that keeps the United Kingdom together? glue an idea, person, or thing that unites people |
| 12510 |
You can glue sequins onto the card. glue glue something onto to something to stick things to each other with glue |
| 12511 |
dealers with their eyes glued to computer screens glue be glued to something to be looking at something and not paying attention to anything else |
| 12512 |
The way they've been treated is an absolute disgrace. absolute very great, or complete: used for emphasizing an opinion, feeling, or statement |
| 12513 |
I have absolute confidence in her. absolute very great, or complete: used for emphasizing an opinion, feeling, or statement |
| 12514 |
You're talking absolute nonsense. absolute very great, or complete: used for emphasizing an opinion, feeling, or statement |
| 12515 |
9,000 is the absolute maximum we can spend. absolute used for emphasizing that something is the most or least possible in a particular situation |
| 12516 |
Health spending has increased in absolute terms, but not as a proportion of national income. absolute measured in itself, not in relation to anything else |
| 12517 |
Do you believe in absolute moral values? absolute true or right in all situations |
| 12518 |
an absolute monarchy absolute used for talking about a political system in which complete power is held by one person, and is not shared with a parliament or other political group |
| 12519 |
a television drama about nurses drama a play for the theatre, television, or radio |
| 12520 |
He teaches drama. drama the study of plays |
| 12521 |
a drama course drama the study of plays |
| 12522 |
a game full of drama drama something unusual or exciting that happens |
| 12523 |
A crowd had gathered to watch the drama unfold. drama a drama unfolds (=takes place) something unusual or exciting that happens |
| 12524 |
the secret recording of conversations recording the process of making recordings |
| 12525 |
recording equipment studios recording relating to the process of recording music |
| 12526 |
At the end of the war we were in precisely the same financial position as before. precisely exactly |
| 12527 |
He knows precisely what we want. precisely precisely how when what exactly |
| 12528 |
Dartman spoke very precisely. precisely clearly |
| 12529 |
They have the best medical care precisely because of high taxes. precisely used for adding emphasis to a reason or explanation |
| 12530 |
'You mean he took the money for himself?' 'Precisely.' precisely used for showing that you completely agree with what someone says or that you think they are exactly right |
| 12531 |
I relaxed in a nice deep bath. bath the water in a bath |
| 12532 |
Can you run a bath for me – I'll be in in a minute. bath run a bath (=fill a bath with water) the water in a bath |
| 12533 |
The children need a bath tonight. bath the process of washing yourself or someone else in a bath |
| 12534 |
Have I got time to have a bath? bath have a bath take a bath the process of washing yourself or someone else in a bath |
| 12535 |
The objects are cleaned in a bath of acid. bath a large open container for liquid that has a particular use, or the liquid in the container |
| 12536 |
Let's have a party to celebrate your birthday. celebrate to do something enjoyable in order to show that an occasion or event is special |
| 12537 |
The team is celebrating their third successive win. celebrate to do something enjoyable in order to show that an occasion or event is special |
| 12538 |
They've just finished their exams and have gone out to celebrate. celebrate to do something enjoyable in order to show that an occasion or event is special |
| 12539 |
The bravery of warriors was celebrated in song. celebrate to show admiration for someone or something in a piece of writing, music, or art or in a ceremony |
| 12540 |
The wood is coated with a special substance that protects it from the sun. substance a particular type of liquid, solid, or gas |
| 12541 |
Some workers had developed cancer after exposure to radioactive substances. substance a hazardous harmful radioactive substance a particular type of liquid, solid, or gas |
| 12542 |
Heroin is an addictive substance. substance a drug that people can start to depend on, especially an illegal drug |
| 12543 |
The campus is a substance-free environment. substance a drug that people can start to depend on, especially an illegal drug |
| 12544 |
Her comments added substance to the debate. substance the quality of being important, real, or useful, or something that shows this quality |
| 12545 |
The band is all glitz and no substance. substance the quality of being important, real, or useful, or something that shows this quality |
| 12546 |
The agency hasn't accomplished anything of substance for years. substance of substance the quality of being important, real, or useful, or something that shows this quality |
| 12547 |
He refused to discuss the substance of the meetings. substance the most important ideas or basic meaning of a discussion or a piece of writing |
| 12548 |
There is no substance to his accusations. substance substance to the fact that something is based on accurate information |
| 12549 |
Their appearance together gave substance to the rumours of their imminent marriage. substance give substance to something (=show that something is true) the fact that something is based on accurate information |
| 12550 |
The statement said, in substance, that the conviction was completely unfair. substance in substance used for mentioning the most important part of a discussion or a piece of writing |
| 12551 |
Swing your arms loosely at your sides. swing to move, or to make something move, backwards and forwards or from one side to another, especially from a fixed point |
| 12552 |
The rope bridge was swinging in the breeze. swing to move, or to make something move, backwards and forwards or from one side to another, especially from a fixed point |
| 12553 |
A restaurant sign swung to and fro in the wind. swing swing to and fro to move, or to make something move, backwards and forwards or from one side to another, especially from a fixed point |
| 12554 |
As she shook her head, her earrings swung back and forth. swing swing back and forth to move, or to make something move, backwards and forwards or from one side to another, especially from a fixed point |
| 12555 |
Brown swung the ball towards the near post. swing swing at towards around into etc to move in a particular direction with a smooth curving movement, or to make something move in this way |
| 12556 |
I swung the car into a narrow side street. swing swing something into around out etc to move in a particular direction with a smooth curving movement, or to make something move in this way |
| 12557 |
She swung round and stared angrily at us. swing swing towards round etc to move in a particular direction with a smooth curving movement, or to make something move in this way |
| 12558 |
The door swung shut with a loud bang. swing swing open shut to move in a particular direction with a smooth curving movement, or to make something move in this way |
| 12559 |
He swung the bat wildly at the ball, missing it completely. swing swing something at something someone to try to hit someone or something by making a smooth curving movement with your hand, a weapon, or a piece of sports equipment |
| 12560 |
Mrs Shaw swung at the youth with her umbrella. swing swing at to try to hit someone or something by making a smooth curving movement with your hand, a weapon, or a piece of sports equipment |
| 12561 |
She should be able to swing a significant number of women's votes. swing to change from one emotion, condition, idea etc to another, or to make someone or something change in this way |
| 12562 |
This latest scandal could swing popular support away from them. swing swing something away from someone something to change from one emotion, condition, idea etc to another, or to make someone or something change in this way |
| 12563 |
My mother's moods swing from depression to elation. swing swing from to change from one emotion, condition, idea etc to another, or to make someone or something change in this way |
| 12564 |
Public opinion has begun to swing the other way (=away from what it was before). swing swing the other way to change from one emotion, condition, idea etc to another, or to make someone or something change in this way |
| 12565 |
Some decent publicity could have swung the balance in our favour. swing swing the balance to change or to affect the result of something |
| 12566 |
As soon as the first customers sit down, the team in the kitchen swing into action. swing swing into action to start doing something quickly and effectively, especially something that you have been trained to do |
| 12567 |
It was his charm that swung it for him. swing swing it to succeed in achieving the result that you want, especially by persuading someone to let you do something that they do not usually let people do |
| 12568 |
He spends hours practising his swing. swing a smooth curving movement that you make when you hit the ball with a club in golf |
| 12569 |
He suffers from severe mood swings. swing a change from one emotion, idea, condition etc to another |
| 12570 |
There has been a significant 15 per cent swing to Labour. swing swing to a change from one emotion, idea, condition etc to another |
| 12571 |
a swing away from traditional ideas of family life swing swing away from a change from one emotion, idea, condition etc to another |
| 12572 |
Do you want to have a go on the swing? swing a seat hanging from chains or ropes that moves backwards and forwards and is used especially by children |
| 12573 |
The President is making a five-day swing through the region. swing swing through a quick journey through an area in which you make short visits to several places |
| 12574 |
I've been here a week, and I'm only just beginning to get into the swing of things. swing get into the swing (of something) to become used to a new situation and to feel confident that you can deal with it |
| 12575 |
The party went with a swing from the start. swing to be lively, exciting, and enjoyable |
| 12576 |
tunes that go with a swing swing to have a strong pleasant musical beat |
| 12577 |
The advertising campaign is already in full swing. swing in full swing at the most effective or highest level of operation or activity |
| 12578 |
We are seeing a rapid growth in the use of the Internet. rapid happening, moving, or acting quickly |
| 12579 |
the rapid movement of troops into the area rapid happening, moving, or acting quickly |
| 12580 |
The disease spread with amazing rapidity. rapid |
| 12581 |
Business failures have risen rapidly in recent months. rapid |
| 12582 |
a rapidly expanding human population rapid |
| 12583 |
The walls were built of dark rough stone. rough with a surface that is not smooth |
| 12584 |
Hessian provides warm colour and a rough homespun texture. rough with a surface that is not smooth |
| 12585 |
Rough seas prevented rescuers from approaching the ship. rough used about the surface of a lake, river, or sea that has a lot of waves, often because the weather is bad |
| 12586 |
They covered the 30 miles of rough terrain in record time. rough used about land and roads that are difficult to travel on |
| 12587 |
I had a rough day at the office. rough difficult and with a lot of problems |
| 12588 |
You've been through rough times, you know what it is like. rough a rough time difficult and with a lot of problems |
| 12589 |
They were going through a rough patch in their relationship. rough a rough patch (=a difficult period) difficult and with a lot of problems |
| 12590 |
I feel terrible – I had a rough night last night. rough a rough night (=a night when you cannot sleep) difficult and with a lot of problems |
| 12591 |
Don't be so rough with her, James. She's only a baby. rough not gentle |
| 12592 |
Madeline grew up in a rough neighbourhood. rough a rough place is not pleasant because there is a lot of crime or violence there |
| 12593 |
That's a pretty rough bar. rough a rough place is not pleasant because there is a lot of crime or violence there |
| 12594 |
This is a rough drawing of the house I want to build. rough a rough drawing or piece of writing is not completely finished |
| 12595 |
Here is a rough draft for you to read. rough rough draft a rough drawing or piece of writing is not completely finished |
| 12596 |
The customers sat at rough wooden tables. rough used about an object that is not made very well, or is not completely finished |
| 12597 |
I don't know the precise cost, but I can give you a rough idea. rough a rough idea or guess is not detailed or exact |
| 12598 |
Aren't you are being a little rough on him? He is only a child. rough be rough on someone to treat someone in a way that is unfair |
| 12599 |
Despite the rough edges, we believe he's a player of great potential. rough rough edges minor faults |
| 12600 |
Let's rough it and go camping. rough rough it to live without things that you usually live with, for example water or electricity |
| 12601 |
An increasing number of young people are sleeping rough in London. rough sleep live rough if you sleep or live rough, you sleep or live outside |
| 12602 |
a scheme to attract foreign investors investor a person or organization that invests money |
| 12603 |
Her rank when she retired was captain. rank someone's official position in the armed forces, police, fire service etc |
| 12604 |
He joined in 1998, and quickly rose to the rank of inspector. rank rank of someone's official position in the armed forces, police, fire service etc |
| 12605 |
Let me speak to an officer of more senior rank. rank senior junior rank someone's official position in the armed forces, police, fire service etc |
| 12606 |
She had reached the rank of junior minister by the time she was 30. rank rank of someone's position or job in an organization |
| 12607 |
In the past, dress, speech, and table manners indicated social rank. rank someone's status in society compared to the status of other people |
| 12608 |
people of high rank rank someone's status in society compared to the status of other people |
| 12609 |
They marched in ranks of five. rank a line of people, especially soldiers |
| 12610 |
rows of women seated at tidy ranks of computers rank a number of things arranged in a line |
| 12611 |
This reversal of policy touched off a violent dispute within the party ranks. rank all the people within a group, organization etc |
| 12612 |
Another Republican senator joins the ranks of the presidential hopefuls. rank join the ranks (of something) all the people within a group, organization etc |
| 12613 |
The organization is looking for young people to swell their ranks. rank swell the ranks (=make a group bigger) all the people within a group, organization etc |
| 12614 |
At the court-martial Captain Bomford was reduced to the ranks. rank be reduced to the ranks (=have your officer rank taken away as a punishment) all the members of a military organization who are not officers |
| 12615 |
He is a rank amateur. rank complete: used for emphasizing how bad or obvious something is |
| 12616 |
rank vegetation rank growing and spreading too much |
| 12617 |
We live in a society in which comfort ranks very high. rank rank high low etc to be good, bad, important, unimportant etc compared with other similar people or things |
| 12618 |
This must rank as one of the most violent films ever made. rank rank as to be good, bad, important, unimportant etc compared with other similar people or things |
| 12619 |
Flying still ranks among the safest forms of travel. rank rank among to be good, bad, important, unimportant etc compared with other similar people or things |
| 12620 |
Nomura is now ranked third among the world's information services companies. rank to put someone or something into a position according to their success, importance, size etc |
| 12621 |
We have to compete in a commercial environment. compete to try to be more successful than other companies or people in business |
| 12622 |
We're too small to compete with a company like that. compete compete with against to try to be more successful than other companies or people in business |
| 12623 |
Her dream was to compete in the Olympics. compete compete in to try to win a competition |
| 12624 |
You will be competing against the best athletes in the world. compete compete with against to try to win a competition |
| 12625 |
Ten teams will compete for the trophy. compete compete for to try to win a competition |
| 12626 |
Several men were competing for her attention. compete compete for to try to get something that other people also want to have |
| 12627 |
Companies as small as ours just can't compete with multinationals. compete someone something cannot compete (with) someone or something can never be as good or successful as someone or something else |
| 12628 |
I'd like something sweet, like a piece of cake. sweet tasting like sugar |
| 12629 |
This tea is too sweet. sweet tasting like sugar |
| 12630 |
She doesn't really like sweet things. sweet tasting like sugar |
| 12631 |
The room is filled with the sweet fragrance of flowers. sweet pleasant in smell, sound, or appearance |
| 12632 |
The entire audience was entranced by her clear sweet voice. sweet pleasant in smell, sound, or appearance |
| 12633 |
a sweet little kitten sweet pleasant in smell, sound, or appearance |
| 12634 |
The victory was sweet revenge for the team's defeat last season. sweet making you experience a pleasant feeling |
| 12635 |
We have yet to experience the sweet smell of success. sweet the sweet smell of success (=the pleasant feeling of success) making you experience a pleasant feeling |
| 12636 |
Caroline was the sweetest little girl I have ever looked after. sweet kind, gentle, or nice to other people |
| 12637 |
It was so sweet of you to do this. sweet sweet of kind, gentle, or nice to other people |
| 12638 |
They want to keep us sweet so that we won't make a fuss. sweet keep someone sweet to do good things for someone so that they will continue to support you or to be friendly to you |
| 12639 |
He certainly took his own sweet time getting here. sweet your (own) sweet time if you take your own sweet time, or if you do something in your own sweet time, you take a long time to do it |
| 12640 |
He's determined to do it his own sweet way. sweet your own sweet way the way that you choose to do something, especially when this annoys other people |
| 12641 |
a bag of sweets sweet a small piece of sweet food made with sugar. The usual American word is candy |
| 12642 |
Good night, my sweet. sweet used for talking to someone you love |
| 12643 |
After she'd paid her rent, Jan had no money left for food. rent an amount of money that you pay regularly for using a house, room, office etc that belongs to someone else |
| 12644 |
an annual rent of 50,000 rent an amount of money that you pay regularly for using a house, room, office etc that belongs to someone else |
| 12645 |
The council aim to build 1,000 new houses at low rents. rent high low rent an amount of money that you pay regularly for using a house, room, office etc that belongs to someone else |
| 12646 |
What's the rent on this house now? rent rent on for an amount of money that you pay regularly for using a house, room, office etc that belongs to someone else |
| 12647 |
How long have you been renting this place? rent to pay money regularly to use a house, room, office etc that belongs to someone else |
| 12648 |
We're looking to buy rather than rent. rent to pay money regularly to use a house, room, office etc that belongs to someone else |
| 12649 |
All the rooms are rented out to students. rent to allow a house, room, office etc that you own to be used by someone who pays you regularly for using it |
| 12650 |
a car dealer dealer a person or company that buys and sells a particular product |
| 12651 |
one of the largest New York art dealers dealer a person or company that buys and sells a particular product |
| 12652 |
a dealer in expensive leather goods dealer dealer in a person or company that buys and sells a particular product |
| 12653 |
He bent and kissed her quickly. bend to lean forwards and downwards, or to move the top part of your body forwards and downwards |
| 12654 |
She bent forwards and whispered in my ear. bend bend forwards to lean forwards and downwards, or to move the top part of your body forwards and downwards |
| 12655 |
Helen bent down to pick up her pen. bend bend down to lean forwards and downwards, or to move the top part of your body forwards and downwards |
| 12656 |
Bend over and touch your toes. bend bend over to lean forwards and downwards, or to move the top part of your body forwards and downwards |
| 12657 |
Tom was bent double, holding his stomach in pain. bend be bent double (=be completely bent over) to lean forwards and downwards, or to move the top part of your body forwards and downwards |
| 12658 |
The three of them sat there with their heads bent over their books. bend if you bend your head or if it bends, you move it forwards and downwards without moving your body downwards |
| 12659 |
tools that will not bend or break under stress bend to become curved or folded and not straight |
| 12660 |
The slim branches were bending under the weight of their fruit. bend bend under something to become curved or folded and not straight |
| 12661 |
The corners of the card bend inwards to form tabs. bend bend in out forwards etc to move with a curving or folding movement |
| 12662 |
The path bends sharply just before you enter the wood. bend if a road, river etc bends, it changes direction in the shape of a curve |
| 12663 |
This type of pipe can be easily bent by hand. bend if you bend an object, you change it so that it becomes curved or folded and not straight |
| 12664 |
Bend the wires round the battery. bend bend something over round something etc if you bend an object, you change it so that it becomes curved or folded and not straight |
| 12665 |
We bent the strips of clay into strange shapes. bend bend something into something if you bend an object, you change it so that it becomes curved or folded and not straight |
| 12666 |
His arm was so stiff he couldn't bend it at all. bend if you bend your arm, leg etc, or if it bends, you move it into a position that is not straight |
| 12667 |
I bent over backwards to make it easier for her and she didn't even notice. bend bend over backwards (to do something) to do everything you can to help |
| 12668 |
They shouldn't bend the rules for him just because he's the director's son. bend bend the rules (for someone) to do something or allow someone to do something that is not usually allowed, especially in order to make things easier on one occasion |
| 12669 |
He doesn't lie exactly – he just bends the truth. bend bend the truth to say something that is not completely true in order to achieve an aim |
| 12670 |
He came to me on bended knee asking for forgiveness. bend on bended knee(s) if you ask for something on bended knee, you ask for it very seriously because you want it very much |
| 12671 |
As she approached the bend, a dog sprang into the road. bend a curve in a road, river etc |
| 12672 |
We came to a sharp bend in the road. bend bend in a curve in a road, river etc |
| 12673 |
a sharp bend in the river bend a sharp tight bend a curve in a road, river etc |
| 12674 |
He sped around the bend, sounding his horn furiously. bend round around a bend a curve in a road, river etc |
| 12675 |
Rounding the next bend, he saw the hotel ahead of him. bend to round a bend (=go round a bend) a curve in a road, river etc |
| 12676 |
Let's warm up with a few bends and stretches. bend a movement in which you bend your body, especially as an exercise |
| 12677 |
That humming noise is driving me round the bend. bend drive someone round the bend to annoy someone very much |
| 12678 |
It remains solid at room temperature. solid a solid substance is firm and hard and is not a liquid or a gas |
| 12679 |
The lake was frozen solid. solid frozen solid a solid substance is firm and hard and is not a liquid or a gas |
| 12680 |
a solid block of ice solid a solid object or shape does not have any holes or empty space inside it |
| 12681 |
a solid line of traffic solid a solid line is continuous, with no breaks in it |
| 12682 |
the solid stone walls of the church solid strong enough not to break or become damaged easily |
| 12683 |
The containers have to be solid enough to withstand the pressure. solid strong enough not to break or become damaged easily |
| 12684 |
The team was fairly solid on defence. solid completely good, with no mistakes or bad parts |
| 12685 |
Would the evidence be solid enough to convince a jury? solid solid evidence proof completely good, with no mistakes or bad parts |
| 12686 |
She gives another solid performance as an unemployed single mother. solid a solid performance completely good, with no mistakes or bad parts |
| 12687 |
I can't believe I slept for twelve hours solid. solid with no pauses or interruptions |
| 12688 |
It rained for a solid week. solid with no pauses or interruptions |
| 12689 |
a solid oak bookcase solid consisting of one substance only |
| 12690 |
solid silver cutlery solid consisting of one substance only |
| 12691 |
He has a solid family background. solid someone who is solid is sensible and can be trusted |
| 12692 |
a solid reliable worker solid someone who is solid is sensible and can be trusted |
| 12693 |
a solid supporter of the Republican party solid used about someone who is always loyal |
| 12694 |
A few white clouds drifted across the sky. cloud a white or grey mass of very small drops of water in the sky |
| 12695 |
There's more cloud than yesterday. cloud a white or grey mass of very small drops of water in the sky |
| 12696 |
a dust cloud cloud a large amount of smoke, dust, steam etc in the air |
| 12697 |
a huge cloud of black smoke cloud cloud of a large amount of smoke, dust, steam etc in the air |
| 12698 |
A thick cloud of flies buzzed around us. cloud any large mass in the sky that looks like a cloud |
| 12699 |
a cloud of anxiety misery uncertainty cloud something unpleasant that spoils an activity, event, or situation |
| 12700 |
Violent protests cast a cloud over the president's visit. cloud be cast a cloud over something something unpleasant that spoils an activity, event, or situation |
| 12701 |
The only cloud on the horizon is the possibility of a hostile takeover. cloud a cloud on the horizon (=something that is likely to spoil a situation) something unpleasant that spoils an activity, event, or situation |
| 12702 |
He left the company under a cloud. cloud under a cloud with your reputation damaged because you may have done something wrong |
| 12703 |
Steam clouded the mirror. cloud if something transparent or shiny clouds, or if something clouds it, it becomes difficult to see through or into it |
| 12704 |
The solution clouds if you shake it. cloud if something clouds a clear liquid, or if it clouds, it becomes no longer clear |
| 12705 |
Make sure that personal motivation is not clouding your judgment. cloud cloud someone's judgment to affect your thinking in a way that makes you likely to make a bad decision or forget something |
| 12706 |
Unanswered questions have further clouded the issue. cloud cloud the issue to make something more complicated or confusing |
| 12707 |
Her political future was clouded by allegations of misconduct. cloud to spoil an activity, event, or situation |
| 12708 |
The regime had been responsible for serious human rights abuses. abuse cruel, violent, or unfair treatment, especially of someone who does not have the power to prevent it |
| 12709 |
Physical abuse and neglect of children is too common. abuse abuse of cruel, violent, or unfair treatment, especially of someone who does not have the power to prevent it |
| 12710 |
Several female students have made allegations of abuse against him. abuse forced sexual activity with someone who cannot prevent it |
| 12711 |
price-fixing agreements and other abuses by large corporations abuse the use of something in a bad, dishonest, or harmful way |
| 12712 |
This is clearly an abuse of power. abuse abuse of power privilege position the use of something in a bad, dishonest, or harmful way |
| 12713 |
All polling methods are potentially open to abuse. abuse open to abuse (=capable of being abused) the use of something in a bad, dishonest, or harmful way |
| 12714 |
alcohol drug substance abuse abuse the use of alcohol or illegal drugs in a way that is harmful to your health |
| 12715 |
Blake was alleged to have hurled racist abuse at a student. abuse shout scream hurl abuse angry offensive comments |
| 12716 |
Prisoners were regularly abused by their guards. abuse to treat someone in a cruel or violent way |
| 12717 |
A high percentage of abusive parents were themselves abused as children. abuse to have sex with someone who is unable to refuse |
| 12718 |
They were accused of abusing their power to keep prices artificially high. abuse to use something in a bad, dishonest, or harmful way |
| 12719 |
Those with access to private information must not abuse that trust. abuse to use something in a bad, dishonest, or harmful way |
| 12720 |
He was fined 10,000 for verbally abusing the umpire. abuse to speak to someone in an angry, offensive way |
| 12721 |
I usually play a round of golf on Saturday. golf a round of golf (=a game of golf) a game in which you use golf clubs to hit a small white ball into a hole in the ground |
| 12722 |
Hanks is on bass guitar, with Nelson on drums. guitar a musical instrument with six strings, used in a wide variety of musical styles. It can be acoustic or electric. Someone who plays the guitar is called a guitarist |
| 12723 |
Her son plays guitar in a rock band. guitar play (the) guitar a musical instrument with six strings, used in a wide variety of musical styles. It can be acoustic or electric. Someone who plays the guitar is called a guitarist |
| 12724 |
an electronic calculator electronic using electricity and extremely small electrical parts such as microchips and transistors |
| 12725 |
electronic equipment electronic using electricity and extremely small electrical parts such as microchips and transistors |
| 12726 |
an electronic voting system electronic involving the use of electronic equipment, especially computers |
| 12727 |
The new law is limited in scope. scope in scope the things that a particular activity, organization, subject, etc deals with |
| 12728 |
These issues are beyond the scope of this book. scope beyond outside the scope of someone something the things that a particular activity, organization, subject, etc deals with |
| 12729 |
Responsibility for office services is not within the scope of the department. scope within the scope of someone something the things that a particular activity, organization, subject, etc deals with |
| 12730 |
There is still much scope for improvement. scope scope for the opportunity or freedom that is needed to do or develop something |
| 12731 |
We need to scope the competition before we open a new business. scope to examine someone or something carefully |
| 12732 |
She paused at the door and then left. pause to stop moving or stop what you are doing for a short time before starting again |
| 12733 |
As we crossed the bridge, we paused to look at the boats. pause pause to do something to stop moving or stop what you are doing for a short time before starting again |
| 12734 |
He paused for a sip of water before continuing his speech. pause pause for to stop moving or stop what you are doing for a short time before starting again |
| 12735 |
He talked for ten minutes, scarcely pausing for breath. pause pause for breath thought to stop moving or stop what you are doing for a short time before starting again |
| 12736 |
There was a pause before Joe said, 'I'm sorry, I can't help you.' pause a short time when someone stops doing something before starting again |
| 12737 |
His reply was delivered with scarcely a pause for breath. pause pause for a short time when someone stops doing something before starting again |
| 12738 |
Kate waited for a pause in the conversation. pause pause in a short time when someone stops doing something before starting again |
| 12739 |
a report that should give pause to supporters of the death penalty pause give someone pause (for thought) to make someone think carefully about something |
| 12740 |
Her face showed a mixture of fear and excitement. mixture mixture of a combination of two or more different things, people, qualities etc |
| 12741 |
The building was a strange mixture of styles. mixture a combination of two or more different things, people, qualities etc |
| 12742 |
The shop is run by a mixture of volunteers and paid staff. mixture a combination of two or more different things, people, qualities etc |
| 12743 |
What a strange mixture you are, Lisa. mixture someone who has a combination of several different qualities |
| 12744 |
Spoon the mixture into the cake tins. mixture a substance such as food that is the result of mixing different things |
| 12745 |
A mixture of clay and sand is ideal for this kind of plant. mixture mixture of a substance such as food that is the result of mixing different things |
| 12746 |
Jealousy is an uncomfortable emotion. emotion a feeling that you experience, for example love, fear, or anger |
| 12747 |
As a nurse I learned to control my emotions. emotion a feeling that you experience, for example love, fear, or anger |
| 12748 |
The controversy aroused strong emotion. emotion a feeling that you experience, for example love, fear, or anger |
| 12749 |
We offer a comprehensive range of goods and services. comprehensive including many details or aspects of something |
| 12750 |
a comprehensive guide to university courses comprehensive including many details or aspects of something |
| 12751 |
a comprehensive strategic review comprehensive including many details or aspects of something |
| 12752 |
a comprehensive defeat win victory comprehensive complete and easily achieved |
| 12753 |
comprehensive education comprehensive relating to a system of education in the UK in which students with different levels of ability are all taught in the same school |
| 12754 |
I whacked my knee getting out of the car. whack to hit someone or something with a lot of force |
| 12755 |
Some kids were whacking the tree with sticks. whack to hit someone or something with a lot of force |
| 12756 |
He whacked his little sister on the head with a spoon. whack to hit someone or something with a lot of force |
| 12757 |
Just whack the fish under the grill for ten minutes. whack to put something somewhere quickly or carelessly |
| 12758 |
Give the ball a good whack. whack the act of hitting someone or something with a lot of force, or the sound that it makes |
| 12759 |
Whack! A branch hit me in the face. whack the act of hitting someone or something with a lot of force, or the sound that it makes |
| 12760 |
You haven't done your whack! whack a share of something, especially work |
| 12761 |
The agent takes a 15% whack. whack an amount of something, usually money |
| 12762 |
Even members of his family have to pay the full whack. whack the full whack an amount of something, usually money |
| 12763 |
The case runs for several weeks with every lawyer on top whack. whack top whack (=a lot of money) an amount of something, usually money |
| 12764 |
The buses and trains are all out of whack today because of the snow. whack not working normally |
| 12765 |
I didn't sleep well last night and I'm all out of whack. whack feeling slightly ill |
| 12766 |
One of his shirt buttons was missing. shirt a piece of men's clothing that covers the top part of the body. It usually has long sleeves and buttons down the front |
| 12767 |
a cotton silk denim shirt shirt a piece of men's clothing that covers the top part of the body. It usually has long sleeves and buttons down the front |
| 12768 |
wearing the number 11 shirt shirt the part of a sports strip that covers the top part of a player's body |
| 12769 |
She receives a monthly allowance of 500. allowance an amount of money that someone receives regularly, in order to pay for the things they need |
| 12770 |
an increase in the winter fuel allowance allowance a housing clothing fuel allowance (=money given to help people with their rent, clothes, or heating) an amount of money that someone receives regularly, in order to pay for the things they need |
| 12771 |
the recommended daily allowance of Vitamin C allowance an amount of something that you are officially allowed by a particular set of rules or by the law |
| 12772 |
Your baggage allowance is 30 kilos. allowance an amount of something that you are officially allowed by a particular set of rules or by the law |
| 12773 |
Will the government abolish the married person's tax allowance? allowance an amount of money that you are officially allowed to earn without having to pay tax on it |
| 12774 |
My calculations make allowance for two paid employees. allowance to consider something when making a plan or doing a calculation |
| 12775 |
We have to make allowances for his lack of experience. allowance to accept behaviour that you would not normally accept because you know why someone has behaved that way |
| 12776 |
I am now approaching retirement. retirement the time when you stop working, especially because you have reached the age when you are officially too old to work, or the act of doing this |
| 12777 |
an increase in retirements due to illness retirement the time when you stop working, especially because you have reached the age when you are officially too old to work, or the act of doing this |
| 12778 |
She said her retirement from politics was premature. retirement retirement from the time when you stop working, especially because you have reached the age when you are officially too old to work, or the act of doing this |
| 12779 |
Bob plans to take retirement at age 50. retirement take retirement the time when you stop working, especially because you have reached the age when you are officially too old to work, or the act of doing this |
| 12780 |
Topics include adjusting to retirement, health issues, and opportunities for the future. retirement the period of your life after your retirement |
| 12781 |
Sebastian Coe will come out of retirement to run the London Marathon. retirement come out of retirement the period of your life after your retirement |
| 12782 |
a proposal to raise the retirement age retirement relating to retirement |
| 12783 |
a retirement pension retirement relating to retirement |
| 12784 |
Reproduction of the CD constitutes a breach of copyright. breach breach of a failure to follow a law or rule |
| 12785 |
The company was found to be in breach of environmental regulations. breach be in breach of something a failure to follow a law or rule |
| 12786 |
If you don't deliver on time, you could be sued for breach of contract. breach breach of contract a failure to do something that you have promised to do or that people expect you to do |
| 12787 |
a clear breach of patient confidentiality breach breach of trust confidentiality a failure to do something that you have promised to do or that people expect you to do |
| 12788 |
an embarrassing breach of etiquette breach a situation in which someone does something that goes against accepted rules of social behaviour |
| 12789 |
This could lead to a major breach in our relationship with China. breach a serious disagreement |
| 12790 |
Helen has offered to step into the breach while I'm away. breach step into the breach to help someone, or to do someone's job for them when they are unable to do it |
| 12791 |
His former employer admitted breaching health and safety regulations. breach to break a law, rule, or agreement |
| 12792 |
The sea had breached the town's flood defences. breach to get through something such as a wall or fence |
| 12793 |
A group of protesters breached security and got inside the military base. breach breach security to get into a place that is usually guarded, or to discover information that should be kept secret |
| 12794 |
Breast milk can help protect babies against infection. infection the process of becoming infected with a disease |
| 12795 |
There are many things you can do to reduce your risk of infection. infection the process of becoming infected with a disease |
| 12796 |
Most throat infections are caused by viruses. infection a disease or other medical condition that is caused by bacteria or by a virus or a parasite |
| 12797 |
The infection spread to his lungs. infection a disease or other medical condition that is caused by bacteria or by a virus or a parasite |
| 12798 |
It's difficult to resist a challenge like that. resist to stop yourself from doing something that you would very much like to do |
| 12799 |
She couldn't resist asking him about his date. resist resist doing something to stop yourself from doing something that you would very much like to do |
| 12800 |
He was unable to resist the temptation of taking the wallet. resist resist (the) temptation to stop yourself from doing something that you would very much like to do |
| 12801 |
The judge resisted pressure to lengthen the sentence. resist to oppose or fight against someone or something |
| 12802 |
The ANC had previously resisted calls for such a meeting. resist to oppose or fight against someone or something |
| 12803 |
One protester was injured while resisting arrest. resist resist arrest to oppose or fight against someone or something |
| 12804 |
Antibodies help us resist infection. resist to oppose or fight against someone or something |
| 12805 |
The shelters are designed to resist heat and toxic fumes. resist to not be affected or harmed by something |
| 12806 |
Andrew qualified as a teacher in 1995. qualify qualify as to become a member of a particular profession after a period of training or study |
| 12807 |
After qualifying in medicine, he worked for a time at City Hospital. qualify qualify in to become a member of a particular profession after a period of training or study |
| 12808 |
At the end of the course, you will be qualified to practise law. qualify be qualified to do something to become a member of a particular profession after a period of training or study |
| 12809 |
a fully qualified ski instructor qualify fully newly properly qualified to become a member of a particular profession after a period of training or study |
| 12810 |
It is the only course in the country that qualifies you to be a tabloid journalist. qualify qualify someone to do something to give someone the skills that they need to become a member of a particular profession |
| 12811 |
90% of the boat people did not qualify as refugees. qualify qualify as to have the right qualities or be in the right situation to be considered as something or to receive or do something |
| 12812 |
To qualify for Olympic status, a sport must be played in 50 countries and on three continents. qualify qualify for to have the right qualities or be in the right situation to be considered as something or to receive or do something |
| 12813 |
You may qualify for a student grant. qualify qualify for a discount benefit grant (=have the right to receive one) to have the right qualities or be in the right situation to be considered as something or to receive or do something |
| 12814 |
Only people over the age of 18 are qualified to vote. qualify be qualified to do something to have the right qualities or be in the right situation to be considered as something or to receive or do something |
| 12815 |
Her income was too high to qualify her for any help with child care expenses. qualify qualify someone for something to make it possible for someone to be considered as something or to receive or do something |
| 12816 |
The fact that his grandparents were Irish qualified him to play in the Irish national team. qualify qualify someone to do something to make it possible for someone to be considered as something or to receive or do something |
| 12817 |
It would be incredible if Brazil failed to qualify. qualify to reach a particular stage of a competition by competing successfully in an earlier stage |
| 12818 |
What are your team's chances of qualifying for the finals? qualify qualify for to reach a particular stage of a competition by competing successfully in an earlier stage |
| 12819 |
Scotland's World Cup qualifying tie against Malta qualify a qualifying match tournament round tie (=one that you need to win to go on to the next stage of a competition) to reach a particular stage of a competition by competing successfully in an earlier stage |
| 12820 |
I welcome the positive approach – perhaps I should qualify that by saying 'the largely positive approach' – adopted by the government. qualify to add something to a statement in order to change it slightly or state the situations in which it is not true |
| 12821 |
an aerial photo picture view aerial from a plane |
| 12822 |
aerial manoeuvres aerial taking place in the air |
| 12823 |
I'm going to be sick! sick if you are sick, food you have eaten suddenly comes out of your stomach through your mouth |
| 12824 |
He was violently sick over the side of the boat. sick violently sick if you are sick, food you have eaten suddenly comes out of your stomach through your mouth |
| 12825 |
People with eating disorders often make themselves sick. sick make yourself sick if you are sick, food you have eaten suddenly comes out of your stomach through your mouth |
| 12826 |
The thought of seeing him gave her a sick feeling in her stomach. sick sick feeling if you are sick, food you have eaten suddenly comes out of your stomach through your mouth |
| 12827 |
He stayed at home caring for his sick wife. sick if you are sick, you do not feel well |
| 12828 |
a clinic for animals that are sick and injured sick sick and injured wounded dying if you are sick, you do not feel well |
| 12829 |
He suddenly fell very sick and died a few days later. sick get fall sick (=become sick) if you are sick, you do not feel well |
| 12830 |
sick humour jokes sick if something that someone does or says is sick, it is so unpleasant that it would upset some people |
| 12831 |
If you ask me, he's sick in the head. sick used about someone who behaves in a cruel or unpleasant way |
| 12832 |
Where have you been? We've been worried sick. sick be worried sick to be very worried |
| 12833 |
He called in sick and went shopping with his wife. sick call in sick to phone someone at the place where you work to tell them you are too ill to work |
| 12834 |
The thought of losing his child made him feel physically sick. sick feel sick to feel that food that you have eaten is going to come out of your stomach through your mouth |
| 12835 |
The way he treats her makes me sick. sick to make someone become very angry or upset |
| 12836 |
You make me sick! You're so lucky! sick to make someone feel very jealous |
| 12837 |
She's been off sick for over a week. sick off sick if you are off sick or take time off sick, you do not go to work because you are ill |
| 12838 |
Basically, she's sick to death of his behaviour. sick sick and tired of something sick to death of something sick to the back teeth of something very unhappy about something |
| 12839 |
I am sick and tired of listening to your complaints. sick sick and tired of something sick to death of something sick to the back teeth of something very unhappy about something |
| 12840 |
I was sick to my stomach when I saw what they had done. sick feeling very upset, worried, or afraid |
| 12841 |
nurses who care for the sick and dying sick people who are sick |
| 12842 |
He entered the building without the owner's consent. consent with without someone's consent permission to do something |
| 12843 |
You cannot go on school trips without the written consent of your parents. consent consent of permission to do something |
| 12844 |
Both the husband's and wife's consent to the sale is required. consent consent to permission to do something |
| 12845 |
The planning authority had previously given consent to the development. consent give (your) consent permission to do something |
| 12846 |
A patient has a right to withhold consent to the treatment. consent withhold (your) consent permission to do something |
| 12847 |
It was, by common consent, his finest performance ever. consent by common general consent used for saying that nearly everyone agrees with the opinion given |
| 12848 |
The contract was ended by mutual consent. consent by mutual common consent with the agreement of everyone involved |
| 12849 |
The child's parents would not consent to the treatment. consent consent to to give approval for something |
| 12850 |
The defence must show that the victim had consented. consent to agree to do something |
| 12851 |
He consented to answer their question. consent consent to do something to agree to do something |
| 12852 |
Dublin's great literary tradition literary involving books or the activity of writing, reading, or studying books |
| 12853 |
a respected literary critic literary involving books or the activity of writing, reading, or studying books |
| 12854 |
These rhymes have no literary merit. literary relating to books that are considered to have value as art |
| 12855 |
She is not a literary writer. literary relating to books that are considered to have value as art |
| 12856 |
literary language literary relating to the kind of words that are used only in stories or poems, and not in normal writing or speech |
| 12857 |
He's been ill for a couple of weeks. ill not healthy, because of a medical condition or an injury. The usual American word is sick |
| 12858 |
She was too ill to travel. ill not healthy, because of a medical condition or an injury. The usual American word is sick |
| 12859 |
mentally ill patients ill not healthy, because of a medical condition or an injury. The usual American word is sick |
| 12860 |
terminally ill (=going to die because of an illness) ill not healthy, because of a medical condition or an injury. The usual American word is sick |
| 12861 |
Her husband is seriously ill in hospital. ill seriously critically ill not healthy, because of a medical condition or an injury. The usual American word is sick |
| 12862 |
She was unlucky enough to fall ill on holiday. ill fall ill be taken ill (=become ill) not healthy, because of a medical condition or an injury. The usual American word is sick |
| 12863 |
Samantha was seriously ill with a fever. ill ill with not healthy, because of a medical condition or an injury. The usual American word is sick |
| 12864 |
Their defeat was mainly due to their ill-discipline. ill bad, or harmful |
| 12865 |
The fish didn't taste fresh, but we suffered no ill effects. ill bad, or harmful |
| 12866 |
Bouts of ill temper punctuated the match. ill ill temper humour bad, or harmful |
| 12867 |
A change of government is regarded as the cure for all the nation's ills. ill a problem or difficulty |
| 12868 |
I knew of no one who would wish him ill. ill harm |
| 12869 |
He felt he wanted to remain part of the team, for good or ill. ill for good or ill whether the effect will be good or bad |
| 12870 |
They were ill-equipped to fight. ill- badly: used with many past participles |
| 12871 |
His lips moved in ill-disguised (=not well hidden) amusement. ill- badly: used with many past participles |
| 12872 |
Prisoners complained of ill-treatment by the guards. ill- bad or unpleasant: used with some nouns |
| 12873 |
Her remarks caused a lot of ill-feeling. ill- bad or unpleasant: used with some nouns |
| 12874 |
I'm afraid you have been ill informed. ill badly |
| 12875 |
We could ill afford another argument with the publisher. ill can ill afford (to do) something used for saying that someone should definitely not do something because it will cause problems |
| 12876 |
The soldiers can ill afford to wait another 24 hours before receiving orders. ill can ill afford (to do) something used for saying that someone should definitely not do something because it will cause problems |
| 12877 |
wet hair grass clothes wet covered with water or another liquid |
| 12878 |
You'd better come in or you'll get wet. wet covered with water or another liquid |
| 12879 |
Her forehead was wet with sweat. wet wet with covered with water or another liquid |
| 12880 |
My socks and shoes were soaking wet. wet soaking sopping dripping wet (=very wet) covered with water or another liquid |
| 12881 |
The baby needs a dry nappy-this one's all wet. wet all wet covered with water or another liquid |
| 12882 |
Where have you been? You're wet through! wet wet through (=completely wet) covered with water or another liquid |
| 12883 |
wet paint ink cement wet not yet dry or solid |
| 12884 |
We've had a lot of cold, wet, and windy weather recently. wet if the weather is wet, it is raining |
| 12885 |
The climate in Seattle is rather wet. wet if the weather is wet, it is raining |
| 12886 |
Don't stand out there in the wet. wet rain |
| 12887 |
She wet a sponge and wiped the table. wet to make something wet with water or another liquid |
| 12888 |
He wet his lips and then spoke again. wet to make something wet with water or another liquid |
| 12889 |
I was so scared I almost wet my pants! wet to make something such as a bed or clothes wet with urine (=liquid waste from your body) |
| 12890 |
Our youngest child still sometimes wets the bed at night. wet wet the bed to make something such as a bed or clothes wet with urine (=liquid waste from your body) |
| 12891 |
There were some boys swimming in the lake. lake a large area of water that is surrounded by land |
| 12892 |
a wine lake lake a large amount of liquid |
| 12893 |
All those sweets will rot your teeth. rot to decay by a gradual natural process, or to make something decay in this way |
| 12894 |
The window frames had completely rotted away. rot to decay by a gradual natural process, or to make something decay in this way |
| 12895 |
Those who were convicted were sent to rot in prison. rot to be in a physical or mental condition that is gradually getting worse |
| 12896 |
the smell of damp and rot rot decayed material, or the process of decaying |
| 12897 |
This government has got to stop the rot in the health service. rot stop the rot the process by which a situation gradually gets much worse |
| 12898 |
Once officers start accepting bribes, that's when the rot sets in. rot the rot sets in (=starts) the process by which a situation gradually gets much worse |
| 12899 |
I'll meet you at the main entrance at six o'clock. entrance the place where you can enter a room, building, or area |
| 12900 |
The statue of the Little Mermaid stands at the entrance to the harbour. entrance entrance to of the place where you can enter a room, building, or area |
| 12901 |
Our conversation ended abruptly with the entrance of a group of reporters. entrance the act of going into a place |
| 12902 |
Entrance to the museums has always been free. entrance entrance to the right or ability to go into a place |
| 12903 |
Police have not yet explained how the men gained entrance to the gallery. entrance gain entrance (=succeed in entering) the right or ability to go into a place |
| 12904 |
There is a 5 entrance fee. entrance entrance charge fee the right or ability to go into a place |
| 12905 |
the minimum standards of university entrance entrance the right to join a group or organization, for example a university or a profession |
| 12906 |
The prime minister made an entrance, surrounded by security men. entrance to enter a room or building in a formal way or in a way that makes people notice you |
| 12907 |
The city's population is about 400,000, down from a peak of 750,000 in the late 1960s. peak the time when something is at its highest or greatest level |
| 12908 |
The traffic reaches its peak at about 8.30 in the morning. peak the time when something is at its highest or greatest level |
| 12909 |
Sampras was at his peak in the 1990s. peak at your its peak the time when someone or something is most successful or powerful |
| 12910 |
The Ottoman Empire reached its peak in the 15th and 16th centuries. peak reach your its peak the time when someone or something is most successful or powerful |
| 12911 |
The higher the peak, the louder the sound. peak used in mathematics about graphs, waves etc |
| 12912 |
snow-covered peaks peak the top of a mountain |
| 12913 |
one of the hardest peaks in Europe for climbers peak a mountain |
| 12914 |
Whip the cream continuously until it thickens and stands in peaks. peak an object or shape that looks like the top of a mountain |
| 12915 |
Many athletes peak in their early 20s. peak to reach the highest standard of performance, before becoming less successful |
| 12916 |
The trick about winning elections is not to peak too early in the campaign. peak to reach the highest standard of performance, before becoming less successful |
| 12917 |
Interest rates peaked at 19%. peak to reach the highest amount or level, before becoming lower |
| 12918 |
Travelling at peak times is more expensive. peak a peak time, period etc is when the largest number of people are doing or using something |
| 12919 |
Peak demand for gas is around 5.30. peak a peak level of something is when it is highest |
| 12920 |
The children were playing in the sand. sand a loose pale brown substance that you find at a beach or in the desert, formed from very small pieces of rock |
| 12921 |
a grain of sand sand a loose pale brown substance that you find at a beach or in the desert, formed from very small pieces of rock |
| 12922 |
He held her so tightly she could hardly breathe. breathe to take air into your lungs through your nose or mouth and let it out again |
| 12923 |
We can no longer have confidence in the quality of the air we breathe. breathe to take air into your lungs through your nose or mouth and let it out again |
| 12924 |
Doctors said he was having difficulty breathing. breathe to take air into your lungs through your nose or mouth and let it out again |
| 12925 |
She leant against the door, breathing deeply. breathe breathe deeply hard heavily (=take a lot of air into your lungs) to take air into your lungs through your nose or mouth and let it out again |
| 12926 |
I don't want to breathe other people's smoke. breathe to bring other substances into your mouth or lungs as you breathe |
| 12927 |
She breathed on her glasses then polished them on her shirt. breathe breathe on to blow air from your mouth onto something |
| 12928 |
Go away, I can't work with you breathing down my neck. breathe breathe down someone's neck to watch closely what someone is doing, in a way that annoys them |
| 12929 |
We found that file, so you can breathe again. breathe breathe (easily freely) again to relax because you are no longer in a difficult or dangerous situation |
| 12930 |
She breathed new life into the political scene. breathe breathe (new) life into something to provide something with new ideas, new energy etc, so that it improves and is more likely to be successful again |
| 12931 |
Everyone breathed a sigh of relief when she turned up. breathe breathe a sigh of relief to stop worrying because something bad is no longer likely to happen |
| 12932 |
Promise me that you won't breathe a word about this to Anna. breathe not breathe a word to keep something a secret |
| 12933 |
Sarah kissed her on the cheek. cheek the soft part on each side of your face below your eyes |
| 12934 |
pale pink rosy cheeks cheek the soft part on each side of your face below your eyes |
| 12935 |
I've had enough of your cheek. cheek behaviour that is rude or does not show respect, especially towards someone who is older or more important |
| 12936 |
He had the cheek to suggest that I should be the one to apologize! cheek have the cheek to do something behaviour that is rude or does not show respect, especially towards someone who is older or more important |
| 12937 |
Don't you cheek me like that, young man! cheek to speak rudely or without respect to someone, especially someone who is older or more important |
| 12938 |
There is a viewing platform where visitors can see the waterfall. platform a structure for people to stand on that has been built so that it is higher than the ground |
| 12939 |
The two candidates shared a platform for the question and answer session. platform a raised structure that speakers, performers etc stand on so that they can be seen by an audience |
| 12940 |
The train to Brussels will depart from platform 3. platform an area next to a railway track where passengers get onto and off trains |
| 12941 |
Radio phone-ins provide a platform for people with strong opinions. platform an opportunity to express your ideas or opinions |
| 12942 |
The funding would provide a platform for growth and development. platform platform for something that allows something else to happen |
| 12943 |
He has openly criticized Labour's election platform. platform the policies and aims of a political party, especially the ones that they state in order to get people to vote for them |
| 12944 |
Can the project be run on a personal computer platform? platform the type of computer system that you have and the programs that you can use with it |
| 12945 |
I enjoy the constant interaction with people from other departments. interaction interaction with the activity of being with and talking to other people, and the way that people react to each other |
| 12946 |
the interaction between mother and baby interaction interaction between the activity of being with and talking to other people, and the way that people react to each other |
| 12947 |
Jobs that involve a degree of social interaction are usually more satisfying. interaction social interaction the activity of being with and talking to other people, and the way that people react to each other |
| 12948 |
the interaction of these two medicines interaction interaction of the process by which different things affect each other or change each other |
| 12949 |
the interaction between an organism and its environment interaction interaction between the process by which different things affect each other or change each other |
| 12950 |
The mechanism seems to involve interactions with other proteins. interaction interaction with the process by which different things affect each other or change each other |
| 12951 |
Can I borrow your calculator? borrow to receive and use something that belongs to someone else, and promise to give it back to them later |
| 12952 |
I borrowed a camera from Alex. borrow borrow something from someone something to receive and use something that belongs to someone else, and promise to give it back to them later |
| 12953 |
We borrowed 20,000 to start up the business. borrow to borrow money, especially from a bank, and agree to pay it back at a particular time. Money that you borrow is called a loan |
| 12954 |
He'd borrowed heavily to pay for the car. borrow borrow heavily to borrow money, especially from a bank, and agree to pay it back at a particular time. Money that you borrow is called a loan |
| 12955 |
His speech was, to borrow a phrase from Shakespeare, 'full of sound and fury'. borrow borrow something from someone something to use an idea, method, phrase etc that was first used by another person or in another place or situation |
| 12956 |
English is full of words that have been borrowed from other languages. borrow to use an idea, method, phrase etc that was first used by another person or in another place or situation |
| 12957 |
His designs borrow freely from ancient Egyptian art. borrow borrow freely heavily to use an idea, method, phrase etc that was first used by another person or in another place or situation |
| 12958 |
The government is living on borrowed time. borrow (living) on borrowed time likely to fail or die very soon |
| 12959 |
It's her seventeenth birthday tomorrow. birthday the day each year that has the same date as the one on which you were born |
| 12960 |
Her birthday is on 7th June. birthday the day each year that has the same date as the one on which you were born |
| 12961 |
a birthday party card present birthday intended to celebrate someone's birthday |
| 12962 |
Happy birthday, Jimmy! birthday happy birthday a greeting you use when it is someone's birthday |
| 12963 |
I just wanted to wish you a happy birthday. birthday wish someone a happy birthday a greeting you use when it is someone's birthday |
| 12964 |
You need a sharp knife for the steak. knife an object with a sharp blade for cutting food |
| 12965 |
knives and forks knife an object with a sharp blade for cutting food |
| 12966 |
a kitchen bread carving knife knife an object with a sharp blade for cutting food |
| 12967 |
The knives are out for the England football manager. knife the knives are out used for saying that people are being very unfriendly or are deliberately causing problems |
| 12968 |
extreme poverty hardship extreme very great in degree |
| 12969 |
Use extreme caution when driving in wet conditions. extreme very great in degree |
| 12970 |
Will the clothing give protection against extreme cold? extreme very great in degree |
| 12971 |
extreme right-wing views extreme considered unreasonable by most people |
| 12972 |
Their demands were seen as being too extreme. extreme considered unreasonable by most people |
| 12973 |
It seemed a bit extreme to call the police. extreme considered unreasonable by most people |
| 12974 |
In extreme cases, your membership may be cancelled. extreme an extreme case very unusual |
| 12975 |
This city's problems offer an extreme example of the difficulties faced by the country as a whole. extreme an extreme example (of something) very unusual |
| 12976 |
The police were accused of using extreme violence against the protesters. extreme much more severe or serious than usual |
| 12977 |
The wooden buildings are situated at the extreme tip of the island. extreme the extreme end edge tip furthest away |
| 12978 |
The minister is on the extreme left of the picture. extreme the extreme left right north south furthest away |
| 12979 |
Louise goes to the gym every day. At the other extreme, her husband does absolutely no exercise at all. extreme at the other opposite extreme an opinion or way of behaving that is as different from another as it is possible to be |
| 12980 |
When it comes to eating, I go from one extreme to the other. extreme from one extreme to the other an opinion or way of behaving that is as different from another as it is possible to be |
| 12981 |
The public's views on genetic engineering seem to range between two extremes. extreme between two extremes an opinion or way of behaving that is as different from another as it is possible to be |
| 12982 |
Extremes of temperature are not good for your skin. extreme extreme of a very large or very small degree of something |
| 12983 |
The country still contains extremes of wealth and poverty. extreme a very large or very small degree of something |
| 12984 |
This is political correctness taken to extremes. extreme go to extremes to do something much more than is usual or reasonable |
| 12985 |
It is unlikely in the extreme that she will change her mind. extreme in the extreme extremely: used for emphasizing what you are saying |
| 12986 |
These 2,500 words form the core of the language. core core of the most important or most basic part of something |
| 12987 |
Financial instability lies at the core of the institute's problems. core at the core of something the most important or most basic part of something |
| 12988 |
Females comprise the core of the monkeys' social unit. core core of the members of a group who do the most work, or who support it most strongly |
| 12989 |
The ball has a core of hard rubber. core the part inside an object that is nearest its centre |
| 12990 |
These six countries are the geographical core of Western Europe. core core of the part inside an object that is nearest its centre |
| 12991 |
the Earth's core core the central part of a planet |
| 12992 |
She's a feminist to the core. core used for emphasizing that an aspect of someone's character is very strong and will not change |
| 12993 |
We need to focus on our core activities. core most important, or most basic |
| 12994 |
Selling insurance is still our core business. core core business (=a company's main business activity) most important, or most basic |
| 12995 |
The computer network is core to our operations. core core to most important, or most basic |
| 12996 |
2,000 students joined the core group of activists on the march. core used for describing the most important members of a group |
| 12997 |
The majority of the population are landless peasants. peasant someone who works on another person's farm or on their own small farm. This word is used mainly about people in poor countries or people in history |
| 12998 |
a peasant woman farmer household peasant someone who works on another person's farm or on their own small farm. This word is used mainly about people in poor countries or people in history |
| 12999 |
Be careful – I think he's armed. armed carrying a weapon, especially a gun |
| 13000 |
a bank robber armed with a shotgun armed armed with carrying a weapon, especially a gun |
| 13001 |
armed robbery armed involving the use of weapons |
| 13002 |
former terrorists who have abandoned the armed struggle armed involving the use of weapons |
| 13003 |
a group of reporters armed with long-lens cameras armed armed with having useful or impressive equipment, information etc |
| 13004 |
a child's fertile imagination fertile a fertile mind or situation is able to produce good ideas or results |
| 13005 |
This is surely fertile ground for experimentation. fertile a fertile mind or situation is able to produce good ideas or results |
| 13006 |
You are not allowed to camp here without permission. permission the right to do something that is given to you by someone in authority |
| 13007 |
Polowski is currently seeking permission to enter the US. permission permission to do something the right to do something that is given to you by someone in authority |
| 13008 |
Who gave you permission to come in here? permission give grant someone permission the right to do something that is given to you by someone in authority |
| 13009 |
She finally got permission to visit her husband in jail. permission get obtain someone's permission the right to do something that is given to you by someone in authority |
| 13010 |
Children should ask their parents' permission before making phone calls. permission ask someone's permission the right to do something that is given to you by someone in authority |
| 13011 |
The extra power stations are idle when demand is lower. idle machines or factories that are idle are not being used |
| 13012 |
Valuable machinery is left to lie idle for long periods. idle stand lie sit idle machines or factories that are idle are not being used |
| 13013 |
Many men were made idle as the mills closed down. idle workers who are idle have no work |
| 13014 |
Get upstairs and wake up that idle brother of yours. idle lazy |
| 13015 |
You're just bone idle, the lot of you. idle lazy |
| 13016 |
Don't worry. I have not been idle while you were away. idle not doing anything, when there are things that you should do |
| 13017 |
This country will not remain idle if its friends are attacked. idle not doing anything, when there are things that you should do |
| 13018 |
It was only from idle curiosity that she opened the book. idle without a good reason or real purpose |
| 13019 |
idle chatter gossip idle without a good reason or real purpose |
| 13020 |
It didn't sound like an idle threat to me (=it was a real threat). idle idle threat not really intended or not likely to have any result |
| 13021 |
It would be idle to speculate on what the figures might have been in different circumstances. idle it would be idle to do something used for saying that something is useless or a waste of time |
| 13022 |
The taxi hummed in the road, motor idling, meter ticking over. idle if an engine idles, it runs slowly and does not produce any movement |
| 13023 |
NATO's supreme commander in Kosovo supreme most important, or most powerful |
| 13024 |
the Supreme Court supreme used in the titles of government, legal, or military institutions that have the highest level of power |
| 13025 |
a meeting of the Supreme Council of State supreme used in the titles of government, legal, or military institutions that have the highest level of power |
| 13026 |
With a supreme effort of will, Isabel swallowed the medicine. supreme very great |
| 13027 |
Television exposure is of supreme importance in American politics. supreme very great |
| 13028 |
supreme confidence arrogance supreme very great |
| 13029 |
He's a supreme example of the English eccentric. supreme very great |
| 13030 |
As a wine producer, France still reigns supreme. supreme reign supreme to be the best or the most important |
| 13031 |
Jimmy overcame his difficulties to graduate with a first-class degree. overcome to succeed in dealing with or controlling a problem |
| 13032 |
What can I do to overcome my fear of rejection? overcome to succeed in dealing with or controlling a problem |
| 13033 |
Exhaustion finally overcame her and she collapsed. overcome to make someone very emotional, weak, ill, or unconscious |
| 13034 |
Two men died when they were overcome by fumes from the fire. overcome be overcome by something to make someone very emotional, weak, ill, or unconscious |
| 13035 |
The entire family was overcome with grief. overcome be overcome with emotion excitement horror etc to make someone very emotional, weak, ill, or unconscious |
| 13036 |
Government troops have finally overcome rebel forces in the north. overcome to defeat someone or something |
| 13037 |
greatly reduced costs greatly very much |
| 13038 |
The houses vary greatly in size. greatly very much |
| 13039 |
Your support is greatly appreciated. greatly very much |
| 13040 |
Television news brings us visual images from around the world. visual relating to things that you can see |
| 13041 |
the visual arts visual relating to things that you can see |
| 13042 |
a visual handicap impairment visual relating to sight |
| 13043 |
Sam's a really nice lad. lad a boy or a young man |
| 13044 |
Come on then, lads, let's go. lad a boy or a young man |
| 13045 |
He used to be a real lad, but he's settled down a bit since he got married. lad a man who does things thought to be typical of young men, for example drinking a lot of alcohol and being very sexually active |
| 13046 |
Her husband usually goes out with the lads on a Friday. lad the lads a group of men who work together, spend time together, or play in the same sports team |
| 13047 |
Morley looked at her with genuine concern. genuine real, rather than pretended or false |
| 13048 |
We are doing everything we can to help people to work towards genuine democracy. genuine real, rather than pretended or false |
| 13049 |
It was a genuine mistake and we ought to forgive him. genuine real, rather than pretended or false |
| 13050 |
He is a genuine political refugee who has reason to fear persecution. genuine used about people |
| 13051 |
It was undoubtedly a genuine 18th century desk. genuine used about objects |
| 13052 |
Greg was a humble, genuine person. genuine honest, friendly and sincere |
| 13053 |
With counterfeit software, buyers often presume they have got the genuine article . genuine the genuine article an example of something that is real and not false |
| 13054 |
a change of personnel on the management team personnel the people who work for a company or organization, or who are members of a military force |
| 13055 |
military personnel personnel the people who work for a company or organization, or who are members of a military force |
| 13056 |
Thomas couldn't go home with half his work still undone. undone not finished |
| 13057 |
Nothing was left undone. undone not finished |
| 13058 |
Leave the top button of your shirt undone. undone not closed, tied, or fastened |
| 13059 |
The launch of our digital satellite service is one of the most exciting things I've worked on. exciting making you feel excited |
| 13060 |
an exciting opportunity exciting making you feel excited |
| 13061 |
an exciting story of adventure exciting interesting and full of action, especially when you do not know what is going to happen next |
| 13062 |
A path runs alongside the stream. stream a small narrow river |
| 13063 |
Blood ran from his nose in a steady stream. stream a continuous flow of liquid or gas |
| 13064 |
A stream of smoke rose from the chimney. stream stream of a continuous flow of liquid or gas |
| 13065 |
a steady stream of visitors traffic cars stream stream of a continuous flow of people or things |
| 13066 |
He was great company with his endless stream of stories. stream a continuous flow of people or things |
| 13067 |
He's in the top maths stream. stream a group of school students of about the same age and with the same level of abilities |
| 13068 |
The new power station will come on stream next month. stream come on stream to start to work or be effective |
| 13069 |
Clouds of black smoke streamed from the car. stream stream down from off into to flow continuously |
| 13070 |
Tears streamed down his cheeks. stream to flow continuously |
| 13071 |
The cut on her leg streamed blood. stream to produce a liquid or gas in a continuous flow |
| 13072 |
1,200 students streamed into the auditorium. stream stream across down into etc to move in large numbers in a continuous flow |
| 13073 |
Holidaymakers streamed from the hotels to the beach. stream to move in large numbers in a continuous flow |
| 13074 |
There was bright sunlight streaming through the windows. stream stream in through from to shine or give off light |
| 13075 |
Her cloak streamed out behind her as she ran. stream stream behind in out to move and wave in the air or in water |
| 13076 |
There is a perception that management only wants to cut costs. perception perception that a particular way of understanding or thinking about something |
| 13077 |
The public's perception of him is slowly changing. perception perception of a particular way of understanding or thinking about something |
| 13078 |
visual perception perception the ability to notice something by seeing, hearing, smelling etc |
| 13079 |
The government provides help for small businesses, but it cannot guarantee their success. guarantee to make it certain that something will happen or exist |
| 13080 |
We can't guarantee that you will get the cheapest fare possible. guarantee guarantee (that) to make it certain that something will happen or exist |
| 13081 |
Freedom of speech is guaranteed by our constitution. guarantee be guaranteed by under something to make it certain that something will happen or exist |
| 13082 |
The right to a fair trial is guaranteed under Article Six of the convention. guarantee to make it certain that something will happen or exist |
| 13083 |
This win guarantees them a place in the final. guarantee guarantee someone something to make it certain that something will happen or exist |
| 13084 |
You should pass the test first time, but we can't guarantee it. guarantee to promise that something will happen |
| 13085 |
He guaranteed they would be paid on time. guarantee guarantee (that) to promise that something will happen |
| 13086 |
Our tutors can virtually guarantee to get you through the exams. guarantee guarantee to do something to promise that something will happen |
| 13087 |
We can guarantee you the very finest standards of service. guarantee guarantee someone something to promise someone that they will have something or will get something |
| 13088 |
You're guaranteed a window seat. guarantee be guaranteed something to promise someone that they will have something or will get something |
| 13089 |
All our products are guaranteed for three years. guarantee to agree to repair or replace something that someone has bought if it stops working |
| 13090 |
The car's bodywork is fully guaranteed against rusting. guarantee guarantee something against something to agree to repair or replace something that someone has bought if it stops working |
| 13091 |
The loan was guaranteed by a Hong Kong property developer. guarantee to agree to pay back the money that someone else owes if they cannot pay it back themselves |
| 13092 |
I used my own personal assets as security to guarantee the loan. guarantee if a valuable object guarantees something, it is given to someone until you have paid the money that you owe or have done the thing that you promised to do |
| 13093 |
You're guaranteed to lose on those machines. guarantee be guaranteed to do something used for saying that something will definitely happen |
| 13094 |
People can't be guaranteed to do the right thing. guarantee be guaranteed to do something used for saying that something will definitely happen |
| 13095 |
Massive investment is no guarantee of success. guarantee guarantee of something that makes it certain that something will happen |
| 13096 |
Being with you is my guarantee against them harming me. guarantee guarantee against something that makes it certain that something will happen |
| 13097 |
Going to court is the best guarantee that you will both be treated fairly. guarantee guarantee (that) something that makes it certain that something will happen |
| 13098 |
There's no guarantee you will get in without a ticket. guarantee something that makes it certain that something will happen |
| 13099 |
I can't give you any guarantees at the moment. guarantee give (someone) a guarantee a promise that something will definitely happen |
| 13100 |
The company has given a guarantee that there will be no job losses. guarantee guarantee (that) a promise that something will definitely happen |
| 13101 |
The tribes wanted secure guarantees against future invasions. guarantee guarantee against a promise that something will definitely happen |
| 13102 |
The university insisted on a written guarantee of good conduct from his uncle. guarantee guarantee of a promise that something will definitely happen |
| 13103 |
We need a cast-iron guarantee that the trade in endangered animals will stop. guarantee cast-iron guarantee (=one that is completely reliable) a promise that something will definitely happen |
| 13104 |
Many companies offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. guarantee an agreement that if something that you buy does not work, it will be repaired or replaced, or you can have your money back |
| 13105 |
My watch is still under guarantee, so they'll repair it for free. guarantee under guarantee (=protected by a company's guarantee) an agreement that if something that you buy does not work, it will be repaired or replaced, or you can have your money back |
| 13106 |
Window frames carry a thirty year guarantee against rot or decay. guarantee something carries a guarantee an agreement that if something that you buy does not work, it will be repaired or replaced, or you can have your money back |
| 13107 |
The bank requires a guarantee for its loans. guarantee guarantee for an agreement to pay back money that someone else owes if they cannot pay it back themselves |
| 13108 |
A series of disasters forced the company to close down. disaster something very bad that happens and causes a lot of damage or kills a lot of people |
| 13109 |
Protect your property from natural disasters such as flooding. disaster a natural disaster something very bad that happens and causes a lot of damage or kills a lot of people |
| 13110 |
Disaster struck when the plane's engine exploded shortly after take-off. disaster disaster strikes (=a disaster happens) something very bad that happens and causes a lot of damage or kills a lot of people |
| 13111 |
The expedition ended in disaster, with three people being killed. disaster end in disaster something very bad that happens and causes a lot of damage or kills a lot of people |
| 13112 |
More bad weather would spell disaster for this year's wheat crop. disaster be a disaster for spell disaster for (=have a very bad effect on) something very bad that happens and causes a lot of damage or kills a lot of people |
| 13113 |
a series of disasters in the kitchen disaster something that is annoying or a failure, but is not really very bad |
| 13114 |
My carefully planned party had been a complete disaster. disaster something that is annoying or a failure, but is not really very bad |
| 13115 |
The nuclear power station was an environmental disaster waiting to happen. disaster a disaster waiting to happen used for saying that a situation is likely to develop in a very bad way |
| 13116 |
Sarah peered into the darkness, trying to see who was crying. darkness the lack of light, especially because it is night |
| 13117 |
The front rooms were all in darkness. darkness in darkness the lack of light, especially because it is night |
| 13118 |
The power station was shut down and the whole city was plunged into darkness. darkness be plunged into darkness (=to be suddenly without light from electricity) the lack of light, especially because it is night |
| 13119 |
The search had to be abandoned when darkness fell. darkness darkness falls (=comes) night |
| 13120 |
It's against the law to ride a bicycle without lights during the hours of darkness. darkness during the hours of darkness (=during the night) night |
| 13121 |
the darkness of his eyes hair skin darkness the dark colour of something |
| 13122 |
the forces powers of darkness darkness evil |
| 13123 |
More and more bucks are being spent to achieve exactly the same ends. buck money |
| 13124 |
The buck stops with the players, not with the manager or anybody else. buck the buck stops here with someone used for saying who should accept the responsibility for something |
| 13125 |
Everyone's trying to think of ways to make a few bucks. buck make a buck to make money |
| 13126 |
These companies are just out to make a fast buck. buck make a fast quick buck to make money quickly and often dishonestly |
| 13127 |
He accused ministers of trying to pass the buck on education. buck pass the buck to make someone else deal with something that you should take responsibility for |
| 13128 |
Scottish industry bucked the UK trend with a 5% rise in exports. buck buck the trend system to succeed in doing something, even though there is a general tendency for this not to happen |
| 13129 |
Two people were bidding against each other for the mirror. bid bid for to offer a particular amount of money for something, for example at an auction (=an event where things are sold to the person who offers the most money) |
| 13130 |
They bid 300 for the painting. bid bid something for something to offer a particular amount of money for something, for example at an auction (=an event where things are sold to the person who offers the most money) |
| 13131 |
Several contractors bid for the job. bid bid for to offer to do work or provide a service for a particular amount of money |
| 13132 |
We received a bid of 5,000 for the table. bid an offer to give a particular amount of money for something, for example at an auction (=an event where things are sold to the person who offers the most money) |
| 13133 |
The lowest bid we received was 4,000. bid an offer to do work or provide a service for a particular amount of money |
| 13134 |
The bids for this contract were all disappointingly high. bid bid for an offer to do work or provide a service for a particular amount of money |
| 13135 |
a takeover bid bid an offer to buy the shares in a company and take control of it |
| 13136 |
Do you think he'd be willing to mount another bid for the presidency? bid bid for an attempt to do something |
| 13137 |
The company cut prices just before Christmas in a bid to support sales. bid a bid to do something an attempt to do something |
| 13138 |
We hope for her sake that the wedding goes as planned. sake for someone's sake for the benefit or good of someone or something |
| 13139 |
He agreed to resign for the sake of the party. sake for the sake of something for the benefit or good of someone or something |
| 13140 |
I'm not just doing this for my own sake, you know. sake for someone's own sake for the benefit or good of someone or something |
| 13141 |
I hope you're not doing this just for the sake of the money. sake for the sake of something for the purpose of doing, getting, or achieving something |
| 13142 |
For clarity's sake, I'd like to reword my statement. sake for something's sake for the purpose of doing, getting, or achieving something |
| 13143 |
So let's say, just for the sake of argument, that you're right. sake for the purpose of beginning a discussion |
| 13144 |
Encourage your children to seek knowledge for its own sake. sake do something for its own sake to do something because you enjoy it or think it is important, not because you want to achieve an aim |
| 13145 |
I'm not just asking for the sake of it. I need an answer. sake do something for its own sake to do something because you enjoy it or think it is important, not because you want to achieve an aim |
| 13146 |
Oh, for goodness' sake, leave me alone! sake for God's Christ's goodness' Heaven's Pete's sake used for emphasizing what you are saying when you are annoyed or angry: 'for God's sake' and 'for Christ's sake' are offensive to some people |
| 13147 |
Who's organizing the conference? organize to prepare or arrange an activity or event |
| 13148 |
The rally was organized by a pro-government group. organize to prepare or arrange an activity or event |
| 13149 |
I'll ask my secretary to organize some refreshments. organize to provide something that is needed |
| 13150 |
Let's organize this agenda a little better. organize to put things into a sensible order or into a system in which all parts work well together |
| 13151 |
Each set of questions is organized around a specific topic. organize to put things into a sensible order or into a system in which all parts work well together |
| 13152 |
The University Library is organized on a subject basis. organize to put things into a sensible order or into a system in which all parts work well together |
| 13153 |
The islands attract more than 17,000 tourists a year. tourist someone who is visiting a place on holiday |
| 13154 |
It was almost time for the summer invasion of tourists. tourist someone who is visiting a place on holiday |
| 13155 |
a tourist hotel destination tourist relating to tourists |
| 13156 |
the fifth century fifth in the place or position counted as number 5 |
| 13157 |
Over a fifth of those questioned wanted the school to close. fifth one of 5 equal parts of something |
| 13158 |
a bulletproof vest vest a piece of clothing with no sleeves or collar worn over other clothes, for example for protection |
| 13159 |
He must perform all the duties that are vested in him. vest to give someone power or a right |
| 13160 |
They are vested with the authority to police the park. vest to give someone power or a right |
| 13161 |
This is a powerful demonstration of what can be achieved with new technology. demonstration an event that proves a fact |
| 13162 |
Angry students held demonstrations in the university square. demonstration an occasion when a large group of people protest about something |
| 13163 |
There were a number of demonstrations against the new tax. demonstration demonstration against an occasion when a large group of people protest about something |
| 13164 |
A massive pro-democracy demonstration soon turned into a riot. demonstration an occasion when a large group of people protest about something |
| 13165 |
cookery demonstrations demonstration an occasion when someone shows people how something works or how to do something |
| 13166 |
a demonstration of his love demonstration an action that shows how you feel |
| 13167 |
Some people express their anger through violence. anger the strong feeling you get when you think someone has treated you badly or unfairly, that makes you want to hurt them or shout at them |
| 13168 |
She cried tears of anger and frustration. anger the strong feeling you get when you think someone has treated you badly or unfairly, that makes you want to hurt them or shout at them |
| 13169 |
Jenny often feels anger, but doesn't show it. anger the strong feeling you get when you think someone has treated you badly or unfairly, that makes you want to hurt them or shout at them |
| 13170 |
He was trembling with anger. anger the strong feeling you get when you think someone has treated you badly or unfairly, that makes you want to hurt them or shout at them |
| 13171 |
Maggie woke to hear voices raised in anger. anger in anger the strong feeling you get when you think someone has treated you badly or unfairly, that makes you want to hurt them or shout at them |
| 13172 |
The school board's decision angered many students and parents alike. anger to make someone feel angry |
| 13173 |
Tell me briefly what your story is about. briefly in a way that does not take much time or give many details |
| 13174 |
Briefly, there are three principal challenges. briefly used when you are about to say something without many details |
| 13175 |
As a young man, he had belonged briefly to the Communist Party. briefly for a short time |
| 13176 |
They are students, so presumably they won't have a lot of money. presumably used for saying that you think something is true based on what you know, although you are not really certain |
| 13177 |
Two sales executives are leaving this week, presumably to get higher paid jobs elsewhere. presumably used for saying that you think something is true based on what you know, although you are not really certain |
| 13178 |
The only sound was the clock ticking. clock an object that shows the time. The object like a clock that you wear on your wrist is called a watch. Clocks either have a background called a face with hands that point to the hours and minutes, or they are digital clocks that show the time as a set of numbers. You say a clock is slow when it shows a time that is earlier than the correct time. You say it is fast when it shows a time that is later than the correct time |
| 13179 |
I glanced at the kitchen clock. clock the kitchen church bedside clock an object that shows the time. The object like a clock that you wear on your wrist is called a watch. Clocks either have a background called a face with hands that point to the hours and minutes, or they are digital clocks that show the time as a set of numbers. You say a clock is slow when it shows a time that is earlier than the correct time. You say it is fast when it shows a time that is later than the correct time |
| 13180 |
The church clock struck 10 o'clock. clock the clock strikes one five eleven (o'clock) an object that shows the time. The object like a clock that you wear on your wrist is called a watch. Clocks either have a background called a face with hands that point to the hours and minutes, or they are digital clocks that show the time as a set of numbers. You say a clock is slow when it shows a time that is earlier than the correct time. You say it is fast when it shows a time that is later than the correct time |
| 13181 |
I'll need to adjust the clock. It's slow again. clock adjust set a clock an object that shows the time. The object like a clock that you wear on your wrist is called a watch. Clocks either have a background called a face with hands that point to the hours and minutes, or they are digital clocks that show the time as a set of numbers. You say a clock is slow when it shows a time that is earlier than the correct time. You say it is fast when it shows a time that is later than the correct time |
| 13182 |
Staff are working against the clock to meet the deadline. clock trying very hard to finish something before a particular time |
| 13183 |
Rescuers worked around the clock to free people trapped in the wreckage. clock around round the clock all day and all night |
| 13184 |
The clock is ticking on the peace talks. clock the clock is ticking used for saying that someone must do something quickly because there will soon be no more time left |
| 13185 |
a car with over 82,000 miles on the clock clock used for saying how many miles a vehicle's mileometer or speedometer shows |
| 13186 |
If we could turn the clock back, would you actually change anything? clock to return to a time in the past |
| 13187 |
If we put the clock forward ten years, what do you see yourself doing? clock to think about a time in the future, and imagine that it is that time |
| 13188 |
the skier who clocked the fastest time in practice runs clock to travel at a particular speed in a race |
| 13189 |
He was charged with dangerous driving after being clocked at 112 mph. clock to measure or record the speed at which a person or vehicle is travelling |
| 13190 |
a war hero hero someone who has done something brave, for example saving a person's life or risking their own life |
| 13191 |
The sisters were treated as local heroes after rescuing a two-year-old boy from drowning. hero someone who has done something brave, for example saving a person's life or risking their own life |
| 13192 |
He was one of life's unsung heroes. hero unsung hero (=a hero who has not been praised or recognized) someone who has done something brave, for example saving a person's life or risking their own life |
| 13193 |
Elvis has been my hero since I was a little boy. hero someone who you admire for their intelligence, abilities, or personal qualities |
| 13194 |
The melting snow exposed the spring flowers. expose to allow something that is usually covered or hidden to be seen |
| 13195 |
Many people like to expose old floorboards. expose to allow something that is usually covered or hidden to be seen |
| 13196 |
Many of the soldiers had been exposed to radiation. expose expose someone something to something to fail to protect someone or something from something harmful or dangerous |
| 13197 |
Why do we still sunbathe when we know the dangers of exposing our skin to the sun? expose to fail to protect someone or something from something harmful or dangerous |
| 13198 |
The sale exposed the company to widespread criticism. expose to fail to protect someone or something from something harmful or dangerous |
| 13199 |
The press helped to expose the appalling living conditions of the farm workers. expose to deliberately make something publicly known because you believe that it is wrong or illegal |
| 13200 |
The videotape of the meeting exposed him as thoroughly corrupt (=showed that he was corrupt). expose expose someone something as something to deliberately make something publicly known because you believe that it is wrong or illegal |
| 13201 |
Schools are again exposing children to the classics. expose expose someone to something to provide someone with the opportunity to experience new ideas, activities etc so that they can learn about them |
| 13202 |
Farmers may find a lever to persuade supermarkets to stock more local produce. lever something that you use for making people do something that you want them to do |
| 13203 |
They had to lever the door open. lever to move something using a lever |
| 13204 |
She levered herself up from the chair. lever lever yourself to push yourself into a sitting or standing position with difficulty, for example because you are in pain |
| 13205 |
local customs and traditions custom something that people do that is traditional or usual |
| 13206 |
the custom of kissing under the mistletoe custom the custom of doing something something that people do that is traditional or usual |
| 13207 |
On Wednesday evening, as was his custom, he went down to the village. custom something that a particular person regularly does |
| 13208 |
Several restaurants compete for tourists' custom. custom the practice of buying goods or services from a particular shop or company |
| 13209 |
custom systems software custom custom-built |
| 13210 |
This offence has a maximum penalty of two years' imprisonment. maximum the largest in amount, size, or number that is allowed or possible |
| 13211 |
We want you to get maximum benefit from the treatment. maximum the largest in amount, size, or number that is allowed or possible |
| 13212 |
You can invite 25 people maximum. maximum up to a particular amount, size, or number but no more |
| 13213 |
20 kg of luggage is the maximum we allow on the flight. maximum the largest number, amount, or degree that is allowed or is possible |
| 13214 |
Give yourself a maximum of 15 minutes to read the questions. maximum maximum of the largest number, amount, or degree that is allowed or is possible |
| 13215 |
a Roman Catholic priest priest someone whose job is to lead worship and perform other duties and ceremonies in some Christian churches |
| 13216 |
He led the campaign for women to become Anglican priests. priest someone whose job is to lead worship and perform other duties and ceremonies in some Christian churches |
| 13217 |
It now seems clear that she will resign her directorship immediately. resign to state formally that you are leaving a job permanently |
| 13218 |
He was forced to resign as Finance Minister. resign resign as to state formally that you are leaving a job permanently |
| 13219 |
He made it clear that he was not resigning from active politics. resign resign from to state formally that you are leaving a job permanently |
| 13220 |
He has resigned himself to the fact that his marriage is over. resign resign yourself (to something) to accept that something unpleasant must happen and that you cannot change it |
| 13221 |
They clearly failed to take even the most elementary precautions. elementary relating to the most basic and important part of something |
| 13222 |
a course in elementary German elementary relating to the first and most basic things that you learn about a subject |
| 13223 |
elementary reading skills elementary relating to the first and most basic things that you learn about a subject |
| 13224 |
elementary tasks elementary easy |
| 13225 |
elementary education elementary relating to the first years of school |
| 13226 |
the widespread use of antibiotics widespread happening or existing in many places, or affecting many people |
| 13227 |
The project has received widespread public support. widespread happening or existing in many places, or affecting many people |
| 13228 |
These facilities are becoming more widespread in urban areas. widespread happening or existing in many places, or affecting many people |
| 13229 |
The course is comprised of ten core modules. comprise be comprised of to consist of two or more things |
| 13230 |
People aged 65 and over now comprise nearly 20% of the population. comprise to form something |
| 13231 |
an intercity train inter- between: used with some nouns, verbs, or adjectives |
| 13232 |
intermarriage (=between people of different races, religions etc) inter- between: used with some nouns, verbs, or adjectives |
| 13233 |
the council chamber of Chiswick Town Hall chamber a large room in a public building, especially one used for meetings |
| 13234 |
a debating chamber chamber a large room in a public building, especially one used for meetings |
| 13235 |
the master's chamber chamber an old word for a private room or a bedroom |
| 13236 |
Tutankhamun's burial chamber chamber a room used for a particular purpose |
| 13237 |
a torture chamber chamber a room used for a particular purpose |
| 13238 |
the chambers of the heart chamber an enclosed space, especially one inside a machine, a plant, or someone's body |
| 13239 |
the acquisition of property acquisition acquisition of the process of buying something or obtaining it in some other way |
| 13240 |
The industry's wave of mergers and acquisitions continues. acquisition a company that is bought by another company |
| 13241 |
He was showing off his latest acquisition, a new computer game. acquisition something that someone buys or obtains in some other way |
| 13242 |
theories of language acquisition acquisition the process of learning skills or getting knowledge |
| 13243 |
They became involved in a lengthy dispute. involved involved in affected by or included in an activity, event, or situation |
| 13244 |
We were prepared to accept the risks involved in escaping. involved affected by or included in an activity, event, or situation |
| 13245 |
The project has been a great success and I would like to thank all those involved. involved someone who is involved in something takes part in it |
| 13246 |
We were involved in the negotiations up until the last minute. involved involved in someone who is involved in something takes part in it |
| 13247 |
We want all departments to be involved. involved be become get involved someone who is involved in something takes part in it |
| 13248 |
He denied that he was involved with organized crime. involved involved with connected with something |
| 13249 |
She gave a long, involved explanation that no one could follow. involved complicated and difficult to understand |
| 13250 |
He's not the sort of guy you want to get involved with. involved involved with if you are involved with someone, you have a sexual or emotional relationship with them |
| 13251 |
a confident mood smile manner confident someone who is confident believes in their own abilities and so does not feel nervous or frightened |
| 13252 |
I was starting to feel more confident about the exam. confident confident about someone who is confident believes in their own abilities and so does not feel nervous or frightened |
| 13253 |
He is confident in his ability to do the job well. confident confident in of your ability someone who is confident believes in their own abilities and so does not feel nervous or frightened |
| 13254 |
a supremely confident young man confident supremely confident someone who is confident believes in their own abilities and so does not feel nervous or frightened |
| 13255 |
Hingis is looking quietly confident as she walks out on court. confident quietly confident someone who is confident believes in their own abilities and so does not feel nervous or frightened |
| 13256 |
We were confident of victory. confident confident of certain that something will happen or be successful |
| 13257 |
We are confident that the show will open on Thursday. confident confident that certain that something will happen or be successful |
| 13258 |
You can go out, confident in the knowledge that your house is safe. confident confident in the knowledge that certain that something will happen or be successful |
| 13259 |
He is a modest and sincere man. sincere talking and acting in a way that shows you really mean what you say and do |
| 13260 |
I want to express my sincere apologies for what I said. sincere sincere words, feelings, ways of behaving etc are true and honest |
| 13261 |
a performer on the New York comedy club circuit circuit a series of places that are regularly visited by someone involved in a particular activity |
| 13262 |
She has competed in many golf tournaments on the European circuit. circuit a series of places that are regularly visited by someone involved in a particular activity |
| 13263 |
We did a quick circuit of the park and then went home. circuit circuit of a journey all the way around the edge of something |
| 13264 |
a more radical approach to social problems radical a radical change or way of doing something is new and very different from the usual way |
| 13265 |
a radical solution to the problem of juvenile crime radical a radical change or way of doing something is new and very different from the usual way |
| 13266 |
a programme of radical reforms in schools radical a radical change or way of doing something is new and very different from the usual way |
| 13267 |
radical cuts in the defence budget radical a radical increase or decrease is extremely large and important |
| 13268 |
members of a radical left-wing group radical a radical person or group believes that important political or social changes are necessary |
| 13269 |
a radical feminist radical a radical person or group believes that important political or social changes are necessary |
| 13270 |
radical right-wing politicians radical a radical person or group believes that important political or social changes are necessary |
| 13271 |
He surprised us all with his radical views. radical radical opinions are based on the belief that important political or social changes are necessary |
| 13272 |
her radical ideas about education radical radical opinions are based on the belief that important political or social changes are necessary |
| 13273 |
There was a radical difference between their views on foreign policy. radical relating to the most basic or important part of something |
| 13274 |
a group of young radicals within the party radical someone who believes that important political or social changes are necessary |
| 13275 |
technology capable of detecting the smallest earth tremors detect to prove that something is present using scientific methods |
| 13276 |
I thought I detected a hint of irony in her words. detect to notice something, especially when it is not obvious |
| 13277 |
Barbara's too stupid to understand. stupid not intelligent, or not able to consider or judge things carefully |
| 13278 |
I didn't ask because I was afraid of looking stupid. stupid look stupid not intelligent, or not able to consider or judge things carefully |
| 13279 |
What a stupid question. stupid stupid behaviour is not carefully considered or sensible |
| 13280 |
This may sound stupid, but just give it a try. stupid stupid behaviour is not carefully considered or sensible |
| 13281 |
I was stupid enough to listen to him. stupid be stupid (enough) to do something stupid behaviour is not carefully considered or sensible |
| 13282 |
It was so stupid of her to interfere. stupid be stupid of someone (to do something) stupid behaviour is not carefully considered or sensible |
| 13283 |
What a stupid haircut! stupid used for talking about something that you think is silly or annoying |
| 13284 |
It was a really stupid argument. stupid used for talking about something that you think is silly or annoying |
| 13285 |
He kept singing the same stupid song. stupid used for talking about something that you think is silly or annoying |
| 13286 |
Does this shirt look stupid? stupid look stupid used for talking about something that you think is silly or annoying |
| 13287 |
'I didn't recognize you,' I said stupidly. stupid |
| 13288 |
I stupidly loaned him some money. stupid |
| 13289 |
'Hey, stupid! What do you think you're doing!' stupid an insulting name for someone who you think is being stupid |
| 13290 |
She observed them arguing with a sense of detachment. detachment a feeling of not being involved with someone or something in a close or emotional way |
| 13291 |
The house was spacious and grand. grand a grand place, object, or occasion is very impressive |
| 13292 |
The ball was a very grand affair. grand a grand place, object, or occasion is very impressive |
| 13293 |
a grand plan to reform US health care grand a grand idea, plan, or action is impressive because it tries to achieve a lot |
| 13294 |
the grand design of a single market for Europe grand grand design a grand idea, plan, or action is impressive because it tries to achieve a lot |
| 13295 |
I could have given you some hints, but I suppose you thought yourself too grand. grand a grand person behaves as if they are very important |
| 13296 |
It would be grand if she could come. grand very good or enjoyable |
| 13297 |
We've been having a grand time. grand very good or enjoyable |
| 13298 |
Robert was the grand marshal of the Saint Patrick's Day parade. grand most important. This word is often used in people's titles |
| 13299 |
the grand prize grand most important. This word is often used in people's titles |
| 13300 |
the last game played at that grand old stadium grand grand old old, well known, and usually popular |
| 13301 |
the grand old man of science fiction writing grand the grand old man of something a man who is old and very respected because of his achievements in his profession |
| 13302 |
Donald made over 75 grand last year. grand a thousand pounds, or a thousand dollars |
| 13303 |
The government is determined to reduce the UK's total energy consumption. consumption the use of something such as fuel or energy, or the amount that people use |
| 13304 |
Many newer cars have a much lower fuel consumption. consumption the use of something such as fuel or energy, or the amount that people use |
| 13305 |
When national income rises, so does consumption. consumption the process of buying or using goods, or the amount that people buy or use |
| 13306 |
Most of the meat was unfit for human consumption. consumption fit unfit for human consumption the process of eating, drinking, or smoking something |
| 13307 |
Most people need to increase their daily consumption of fruit and vegetables. consumption the amount that someone eats, drinks, or smokes |
| 13308 |
This report was never intended for public consumption. consumption for someone's consumption intended for someone to see, hear, read, or know about |
| 13309 |
the coastal earthquake zone zone an area that has an important or typical feature |
| 13310 |
Climbing another 50 feet would bring her out of the danger zone. zone the danger zone an area that has an important or typical feature |
| 13311 |
a combat zone zone an area where a particular activity is allowed or not allowed |
| 13312 |
a free-trade zone zone an area where a particular activity is allowed or not allowed |
| 13313 |
a traffic-free smoke-free alcohol-free zone zone an area where a particular activity is allowed or not allowed |
| 13314 |
a loading zone zone an area where a particular activity is allowed or not allowed |
| 13315 |
a pedestrian zone zone an area where only particular people are allowed |
| 13316 |
Your ticket is valid for Zones 1 and 2 only. zone a division of a larger area that is divided according to a system |
| 13317 |
the Temperate Zone zone one of the large areas that the world is divided into according to its temperature |
| 13318 |
This land is zoned for public use. zone to officially make land available for a particular use |
| 13319 |
Many motorists have stopped using their cars altogether. altogether used for emphasizing that something has stopped or ended completely |
| 13320 |
These rare animals may soon disappear altogether. altogether used for emphasizing that something has stopped or ended completely |
| 13321 |
I never mentioned our quarrel and Henry seemed to have forgotten it altogether. altogether used for emphasizing that something is completely ignored or forgotten |
| 13322 |
The problem is too serious to be ignored altogether. altogether used for emphasizing that something is completely ignored or forgotten |
| 13323 |
She looked altogether charming in her white dress. altogether used for emphasizing that what you are saying is true in every way |
| 13324 |
This is a new idea altogether. altogether used for emphasizing that what you are saying is true in every way |
| 13325 |
Altogether, about 50 NATO aircraft took part in the attack. altogether used for showing that a total number or amount includes everyone or everything |
| 13326 |
How many guests will there be altogether? altogether used for showing that a total number or amount includes everyone or everything |
| 13327 |
The weather was great and the people were friendly – altogether a perfect trip. altogether used for introducing a summary of what you have just said |
| 13328 |
I was not altogether surprised to hear that Bennet had resigned. altogether not altogether not completely |
| 13329 |
Suddenly the door burst open and Joe rushed in. rush rush in towards through down etc to hurry in order to get somewhere very quickly |
| 13330 |
Ambulance crews rushed to the scene of the accident. rush to hurry in order to get somewhere very quickly |
| 13331 |
the sound of traffic rushing by rush to hurry in order to get somewhere very quickly |
| 13332 |
Frank was rushed to hospital with violent stomach pains. rush rush someone to into off etc to take or send someone or something somewhere in a hurry |
| 13333 |
We rushed the children off to school. rush to take or send someone or something somewhere in a hurry |
| 13334 |
Can you rush me a copy of the report? rush rush someone something to take or send someone or something somewhere in a hurry |
| 13335 |
There's no need to rush. We've got plenty of time. rush to hurry to do something |
| 13336 |
Don't rush your decision. rush to hurry to do something |
| 13337 |
Hayley rushed to answer the phone. rush rush to do something to hurry to do something |
| 13338 |
Stop rushing me! rush to try to make someone hurry |
| 13339 |
You can't rush someone into marrying you. rush rush someone into (doing) something to try to make someone hurry |
| 13340 |
The smile he gave her sent blood rushing to her cheeks. rush to flow somewhere very quickly |
| 13341 |
The gang rushed him and took his watch and wallet. rush to move quickly towards someone or something, especially in order to attack them |
| 13342 |
Two dogs rushed at Delia, growling and baring their teeth. rush to move quickly towards someone or something, especially in order to attack them |
| 13343 |
Everyone made a rush for the refreshments. rush make a rush for something a sudden movement forwards, especially by a crowd of people |
| 13344 |
Commuters jostled in a frantic rush to get off the train. rush headlong mad frantic rush a sudden movement forwards, especially by a crowd of people |
| 13345 |
He opened the door and felt a rush of cold night air. rush rush of a sudden strong movement of liquid or air |
| 13346 |
Sorry about the rush, but we need the pictures tomorrow. rush a situation in which you hurry to do something, especially because you do not have much time |
| 13347 |
Sorry, I can't stop. I'm in a rush. rush be in a rush a situation in which you hurry to do something, especially because you do not have much time |
| 13348 |
He was in no rush to leave. rush be in no rush to do something a situation in which you hurry to do something, especially because you do not have much time |
| 13349 |
I knew that I'd finished the paper in a rush, and that the final paragraph was poor. rush do something in a rush a situation in which you hurry to do something, especially because you do not have much time |
| 13350 |
There was a mad rush to get the house tidy before they arrived. rush mad frantic rush a situation in which you hurry to do something, especially because you do not have much time |
| 13351 |
A last-minute rush by Christmas shoppers boosted sales. rush a sudden interest among a lot of people in having or doing something |
| 13352 |
There has been a rush of foreign investment in the country. rush rush of a sudden interest among a lot of people in having or doing something |
| 13353 |
We've had a rush on mobile phones this week. rush rush on a sudden interest among a lot of people in having or doing something |
| 13354 |
There was a rush to buy tickets for the concert. rush a rush to do something a sudden interest among a lot of people in having or doing something |
| 13355 |
Anne felt a rush of affection for the wise old woman. rush rush of a sudden strong emotion |
| 13356 |
He fought down a sudden rush of panic. rush a sudden strong emotion |
| 13357 |
I felt an incredible rush as I jumped from the plane. rush a sudden feeling of excitement, pleasure, happiness etc |
| 13358 |
It was such a rush, realizing that this tiny baby was my child. rush something is a rush a sudden feeling of excitement, pleasure, happiness etc |
| 13359 |
Lee left London at six o'clock to avoid the rush. rush the period of time during which the crowds are the largest or there is the most traffic |
| 13360 |
I decided to brave the Saturday morning rush at the supermarket. rush the morning lunchtime Christmas etc rush the period of time during which the crowds are the largest or there is the most traffic |
| 13361 |
Beat the morning rush by walking to work. rush beat the rush (=avoid it) the period of time during which the crowds are the largest or there is the most traffic |
| 13362 |
He had numerous other duties apart from teaching. numerous existing in large numbers |
| 13363 |
The car was seen in the area on numerous occasions. numerous on numerous occasions existing in large numbers |
| 13364 |
I've made mistakes too numerous to mention. numerous too numerous to mention existing in large numbers |
| 13365 |
The ship sank off the coast of Newfoundland during a storm. sink to disappear below the surface of the water |
| 13366 |
Do you think the cork will float or sink? sink to disappear below the surface of the water |
| 13367 |
The enemy sank three ships last night. sink to make something, especially a boat, disappear below the surface of the water |
| 13368 |
Our feet sank into the mud as we walked. sink sink into to go below the surface of a soft substance |
| 13369 |
The water level in the lake had sunk by several feet. sink to move to a lower level |
| 13370 |
The porch on the old house was beginning to sink. sink to move to a lower level |
| 13371 |
The wounded deer sank to the ground. sink sink to to fall, sit, or lie down |
| 13372 |
He sank to his knees and begged for forgiveness. sink sink to your knees to fall, sit, or lie down |
| 13373 |
When I got home, all I wanted to do was sink into a hot bath. sink sink into to fall, sit, or lie down |
| 13374 |
The patient is sinking fast and may not last through the night. sink sinking fast to become worse |
| 13375 |
Without a stable central government, the country is sinking into crisis. sink sink into crisis chaos to become worse |
| 13376 |
As the search went on, Simon began to sink into despair. sink sink into despair to become worse |
| 13377 |
After reading the letter, my spirits sank even further. sink if your spirits sink, you become sad |
| 13378 |
Her heart sank when she heard the result. sink if your heart sinks, you lose hope |
| 13379 |
The sun was sinking in the west. sink when the sun sinks, it gets lower in the sky until it disappears |
| 13380 |
The dollar sank even lower yesterday on world markets. sink to go down in value or amount |
| 13381 |
Agricultural production had sunk to its lowest level in years. sink sink to to go down in value or amount |
| 13382 |
Their voices sank to a whisper. sink to become quiet |
| 13383 |
How could you sink to stealing money from your own mother? sink sink to (doing) something to do something wrong |
| 13384 |
I never thought he would sink so low as to lie to me about it. sink sink so low (as to) to do something wrong |
| 13385 |
The cat sank its claws into my leg. sink to push something sharp into something solid |
| 13386 |
We've sunk several thousand dollars into the project so far. sink to invest money in something because you hope you will make more money |
| 13387 |
He only has to sink the pink ball to win the game. sink in games such as golf or pool, to put a ball into a hole |
| 13388 |
Without her support, we're sunk. sink be sunk to be in a bad situation that will bring problems or defeat |
| 13389 |
Drilling companies are beginning to sink exploratory wells in the area. sink sink a mine well hole etc to dig a deep hole in the ground |
| 13390 |
It's sink or swim in this business. sink sink or swim to be left on your own to succeed or fail, without any help |
| 13391 |
He couldn't wait to sink his teeth into the steak. sink to take a bite of something good to eat |
| 13392 |
After one hit record, the band sank without trace. sink to disappear or fail completely |
| 13393 |
a kitchen bathroom sink sink a large open container for water, usually fixed to a wall and connected to pipes that bring the water and carry it away |
| 13394 |
Just put the dirty dishes in the sink and I'll wash them later. sink a large open container for water, usually fixed to a wall and connected to pipes that bring the water and carry it away |
| 13395 |
I'd like to thank all my fans everywhere for their support. everywhere used for talking about a very large area such as a region, a country, or the whole world |
| 13396 |
You can use your credit card virtually everywhere in Europe. everywhere used for talking about a very large area such as a region, a country, or the whole world |
| 13397 |
Everywhere we go, people seem to recognize us. everywhere all the places that someone visits or goes to |
| 13398 |
Rosie travels everywhere with me. everywhere all the places that someone visits or goes to |
| 13399 |
When we got to Newport, we found everywhere was closed (=all the shops, bars etc). everywhere used for talking about the whole of a small area |
| 13400 |
My keys must be in the desk, I've searched everywhere else. everywhere everywhere else used for talking about the whole of a small area |
| 13401 |
Mobile phones are everywhere these days. everywhere be everywhere used for saying that something is very common |
| 13402 |
Keynes's criticism of the classical theory of full employment classical following the original or traditional standard for something |
| 13403 |
classical composers classical relating to classical music |
| 13404 |
classical mythology classical relating to the languages, literature, and cultures of ancient Greece and Rome |
| 13405 |
a classical scholar classical relating to the languages, literature, and cultures of ancient Greece and Rome |
| 13406 |
classical Sanskrit Arabic classical used for referring to an ancient form of a language used during a time when important literature was written |
| 13407 |
Walsh and O'Neill were jailed for 12 and 11 years respectively. respectively used for saying that something happens separately to each of the people or things mentioned in the order in which they were mentioned |
| 13408 |
They were classified into two distinct groups. distinct separate and different in a way that is clear |
| 13409 |
The region's linguistic and cultural identity is quite distinct from that of the rest of the country. distinct distinct from separate and different in a way that is clear |
| 13410 |
As dawn broke, the outline of a building became distinct against the sky. distinct able to be clearly seen, heard, smelt, or tasted |
| 13411 |
There was a distinct smell of burning coming from downstairs. distinct able to be clearly seen, heard, smelt, or tasted |
| 13412 |
a distinct change of emphasis distinct definite and obvious |
| 13413 |
I had the distinct impression that he did not like me. distinct definite and obvious |
| 13414 |
The company, as distinct from its shareholders, should be liable for any debts. distinct as distinct from used for showing that you want to consider something separately from something else |
| 13415 |
You'll think I'm mad – I've just left my job. mad very silly or stupid |
| 13416 |
You're mad to spend so much money on clothes. mad be mad to do something very silly or stupid |
| 13417 |
a mad scientist mad tending to behave in a strange way that other people sometimes consider funny |
| 13418 |
She was completely mad. mad an offensive way for describing someone who is mentally ill |
| 13419 |
He makes me mad, the way he keeps criticizing me all the time. mad angry |
| 13420 |
My boss is mad with me for missing the meeting. mad mad at with angry |
| 13421 |
There were people everywhere – it was all a bit mad! mad done quickly or without thinking, in a way that is badly organized |
| 13422 |
It was a mad rush to get the job finished. mad a mad rush dash done quickly or without thinking, in a way that is badly organized |
| 13423 |
Please stop making that banging noise – it's driving me mad! mad drive someone mad to make someone feel extremely angry or upset |
| 13424 |
He drives me mad with his constant criticizing. mad drive someone mad to make someone feel extremely angry or upset |
| 13425 |
He went mad and tried to attack someone. mad to start behaving in a dangerous uncontrolled manner |
| 13426 |
The waiting crowd went mad when she stepped out of the car. mad to become extremely excited and happy |
| 13427 |
I would go mad if I had to stay in bed for three weeks. mad to become crazy because you are so bored, upset etc |
| 13428 |
I went a bit mad after I'd got paid and bought some new clothes. mad to do something that is not very sensible or wise |
| 13429 |
Dad went mad when he saw what I'd done to the car. mad to become extremely angry |
| 13430 |
We had to work like mad to finish the job before the weekend. mad very quickly and with great effort |
| 13431 |
They've all been practising like mad. mad a lot |
| 13432 |
She was blushing like mad. mad in a way that you cannot control or stop |
| 13433 |
Jack and I were mad about each other. mad mad about someone very much in love with someone |
| 13434 |
Fiona's mad on swimming. mad mad about on something very enthusiastic about something |
| 13435 |
The kids are mad keen on computer games at the moment. mad mad keen (on) extremely enthusiastic about something |
| 13436 |
Mad with grief, he started smashing plates on the floor. mad mad with rage grief pain etc unable to behave or think in a sensible or controlled way because of great anger, sadness, pain etc |
| 13437 |
You must be mad to sell that beautiful house. mad someone must be mad (to do something) used for saying that someone is doing something very stupid, or has done something very stupid |
| 13438 |
sex money sports-mad #NAME? used with some nouns for saying that someone is very interested in a particular thing, and usually not interested in anything else |
| 13439 |
Shame and honour were what motivated people. honour the respect that people have for someone who achieves something great, is very powerful, or behaves in a way that is morally right |
| 13440 |
They were prepared to die for the honour of their country. honour honour of the respect that people have for someone who achieves something great, is very powerful, or behaves in a way that is morally right |
| 13441 |
It's no longer just a legal issue, it's a matter of honour. honour the belief and practice of someone who has high moral standards |
| 13442 |
a man of honour (=someone who always behaves in a morally correct way) honour the belief and practice of someone who has high moral standards |
| 13443 |
Being asked to perform at La Scala is an honour for any singer. honour be an honour something you do that you are proud of |
| 13444 |
It's a great honour to be here with you tonight. honour be an honour to do something something you do that you are proud of |
| 13445 |
Twenty children received honours for bravery. honour a prize that someone is given because they have achieved something important |
| 13446 |
The town has taken the top honours in the 'Britain in Bloom' competition for the second year running. honour top highest honours (=the most important honours) a prize that someone is given because they have achieved something important |
| 13447 |
John Tucker was made an OBE in the Queen's birthday honours. honour the prize of a special title given by the Queen of England |
| 13448 |
I felt honour bound to tell her the truth. honour be feel honour bound to do something if you feel honour bound to do something, you think that you must do it because it is morally right |
| 13449 |
Will you do me the honour of accompanying me to the ball? honour do someone the honour of doing something to do something that would make another person very proud |
| 13450 |
Billy Crystal has done the honours at the Oscar ceremony on several occasions. honour do the honours to be the person at a special event or social occasion who is in charge or who performs any ceremonies |
| 13451 |
I had the honour of presenting the awards at the ceremony. honour have the honour of doing something used for saying that you are proud to be able to do something |
| 13452 |
St Petersburg was renamed Leningrad in honour of Lenin after his death. honour in honour of in order to show respect and admiration for someone or something |
| 13453 |
In honour of the occasion, Mozart was to write a short piece of music. honour in honour of in order to show respect and admiration for someone or something |
| 13454 |
'Would you be best man at my wedding?' 'It would be an honour.' honour it would be an honour used for agreeing to do something |
| 13455 |
I swear, on my honour, to keep your secret. honour on my honour used for making a serious promise to do something |
| 13456 |
She will be honoured for her work in promoting friendship between the two countries. honour to show your respect or admiration for someone, especially by giving them a prize or a title, or by praising them publicly |
| 13457 |
We are here today to honour the men and women who gave their lives for their country. honour to show your respect or admiration for someone, especially by giving them a prize or a title, or by praising them publicly |
| 13458 |
Demonstrators called on the Prime Minister to honour his pledge to improve healthcare. honour honour a pledge promise commitment to do what you promised to do or what it is your duty to do |
| 13459 |
Once a contract is signed, it has to be honoured. honour honour a contract agreement to do what you promised to do or what it is your duty to do |
| 13460 |
The report was dismissed as totally false. FALSE not true |
| 13461 |
a false statement FALSE not true |
| 13462 |
The media gave the world a false impression of life in the city. FALSE a false impression belief hope based on a mistake or on wrong information |
| 13463 |
false eyelashes FALSE made to look like something real |
| 13464 |
a false passport FALSE not real and intended to trick people |
| 13465 |
This is no time for false modesty. FALSE not showing what you really feel or intend |
| 13466 |
a false smile FALSE not showing what you really feel or intend |
| 13467 |
One of the biggest complaints about current tests is that they give false positive results. FALSE false positive negative an incorrect result of a scientific test |
| 13468 |
He obtained money by false pretences. FALSE under by false pretences if you get something under false pretences, you get it by tricking people |
| 13469 |
My brother was falsely accused of murder. FALSE |
| 13470 |
She smiled falsely. FALSE |
| 13471 |
He quickly undid the screws that held the cassette together. undo to open, untie, or remove something so that it no longer closes, fastens, or connects another thing |
| 13472 |
I can't undo my belt. undo to open, untie, or remove something so that it no longer closes, fastens, or connects another thing |
| 13473 |
She warned that one mistake could undo all their achievements. undo to have the effect of changing something back into its original, usually worse state |
| 13474 |
The garden has flower beds that form a perfect square. square a shape with four straight sides of equal length and four corners called right angles |
| 13475 |
Cut the fabric into squares. square a piece of something shaped like a square |
| 13476 |
a square of carpet fabric glass square a piece of something shaped like a square |
| 13477 |
There are one or two good hotels in the main square. square an open area of land in the shape of a square, usually with buildings around it. 'Square' is often used in the names of roads and can be written Sq |
| 13478 |
They have an office in Soho Square. square an open area of land in the shape of a square, usually with buildings around it. 'Square' is often used in the names of roads and can be written Sq |
| 13479 |
The square of 3 is 9. square the number that is the result of multiplying one number by itself |
| 13480 |
The deal collapses and you're back to square one. square back to at square one in the same situation that you were in before you started to do something, with no progress made |
| 13481 |
26 is equal to five squared plus one. square a number that is squared is multiplied by itself |
| 13482 |
They fought back to square the match at three-all. square to score the same number of points as another player or team, so that no one wins a match or series of matches |
| 13483 |
How does the prime minister square that circle? square square the circle to do something that is very difficult or impossible |
| 13484 |
He hit it square in the middle of the bat. square directly |
| 13485 |
She couldn't look me square in the eye. square directly |
| 13486 |
a small square garden square in the shape of a square |
| 13487 |
He had full lips and a square jaw. square with edges or corners that are not as curved as usual |
| 13488 |
He was short with broad square shoulders. square with edges or corners that are not as curved as usual |
| 13489 |
The police have an area of over 200 square miles to search. square square units are used for measuring the area of something |
| 13490 |
The room couldn't have been more than four yards square. square square units are used for measuring the area of something |
| 13491 |
The sign should be no more than one square metre in area. square square units are used for measuring the area of something |
| 13492 |
Place the pieces together and make sure the edges are square. square straight, or parallel with something straight |
| 13493 |
The corners aren't square. square straight, or parallel with something straight |
| 13494 |
You give me back six pounds – then we'll be square. square if two people are square, neither person owes the other anything |
| 13495 |
At half time, it was all square at two-two. square all square if a game is all square, both teams or players have the same number of points |
| 13496 |
Most of the workers think they're getting a square deal. square a square deal fair treatment |
| 13497 |
English differs from Spanish in that it is not pronounced as it is written. differ differ from to be different from something else |
| 13498 |
The two animals come from the same family but differ in body shape and breeding habits. differ differ in to be different from something else |
| 13499 |
The techniques used differ from company to company. differ differ from something to something to be different from something else |
| 13500 |
Laws on pollution differ widely from one country to another. differ differ widely significantly greatly (=be very different) to be different from something else |
| 13501 |
Experts differ on the causes of the disease. differ differ on over to disagree with someone about a subject |
| 13502 |
Baker also differed with members of Congress over this issue. differ differ with to disagree with someone about a subject |
| 13503 |
Opinions differ as to the likely winner of the tournament. differ opinions views differ to disagree with someone about a subject |
| 13504 |
I beg to differ with you a bit there. differ beg to differ (=disagree) to disagree with someone about a subject |
| 13505 |
In the end, we agreed to differ. differ agree to differ to stop arguing because you know you will never agree |
| 13506 |
Remove the disk from the drive and press any key. disk a flat circular object on which information from a computer can be stored. Disks include hard disks, floppy disks, CDs, and DVDs |
| 13507 |
She was someone who truly understood children. truly in the most complete, correct, or exact way |
| 13508 |
a truly national institution truly in the most complete, correct, or exact way |
| 13509 |
They have done a truly magnificent job. truly very |
| 13510 |
I'm truly sorry. Please forgive me. truly used for emphasizing that you really mean what you are saying |
| 13511 |
Truly, I don't mind helping. truly used for emphasizing that you really mean what you are saying |
| 13512 |
Tell the jury everything you remember truly and simply. truly involving only the truth |
| 13513 |
In these jungle areas, every day is a fight for survival. survival fight struggle for survival the fact or state of continuing to live or exist, especially in difficult conditions |
| 13514 |
The survival rate of patients with this form of cancer is low. survival relating to survival |
| 13515 |
essential survival equipment survival relating to survival |
| 13516 |
His views seem like a survival from the nineteenth century. survival a survival from something old that has continued to exist, especially when other things from the same period have disappeared or been forgotten |
| 13517 |
In business, it's the survival of the fittest. survival survival of the fittest the idea that your survival depends on competing successfully within your environment with other creatures of your own type |
| 13518 |
We're so proud of her for telling the truth. proud proud of feeling happy about your achievements, your possessions, or people who you are connected with |
| 13519 |
I'm proud to say we made the right decision. proud be proud to do something feeling happy about your achievements, your possessions, or people who you are connected with |
| 13520 |
We're proud that they choose our hotel for their conferences. proud proud (that) feeling happy about your achievements, your possessions, or people who you are connected with |
| 13521 |
The next day I became the proud owner of a full set of tools. proud the proud owner of something feeling happy about your achievements, your possessions, or people who you are connected with |
| 13522 |
You've made your mother very proud. proud make someone proud (=do something good that makes people you are connected with feel proud) feeling happy about your achievements, your possessions, or people who you are connected with |
| 13523 |
The country has a proud record of sporting achievement. proud used about things you are proud of |
| 13524 |
a proud and independent nation of people proud a proud person does not like other people to help them or to think they are weak |
| 13525 |
I was too proud to admit I didn't understand. proud be too proud to do something a proud person does not like other people to help them or to think they are weak |
| 13526 |
The team has done the fans proud today. proud do someone proud to do something good that makes people you are connected with feel proud |
| 13527 |
a water tower tower a tall narrow structure or building that stands alone |
| 13528 |
the Leaning Tower of Pisa tower a tall narrow structure or building that stands alone |
| 13529 |
a television radio tower tower a tall narrow structure or building that stands alone |
| 13530 |
There's a magnificent view from the top of the church tower. tower a tall narrow structure that forms the highest part of a church or other building |
| 13531 |
Lucy was a tower of strength after my husband died. tower a tower of strength someone you can depend on to work hard or to help in a difficult situation |
| 13532 |
mountains towering in the distance tower to be much taller than someone or something else |
| 13533 |
At 1.95 metres, Gregson towers above his teammates. tower tower over above to be much taller than someone or something else |
| 13534 |
As an athlete Kelly towers over her contemporaries. tower tower over above to be much better, more famous, more important etc than other people or things of a similar kind |
| 13535 |
She paid a 500 deposit, and agreed to pay the balance within six months. deposit a first payment that you make when you agree to buy something expensive such as a car or house. The rest of the money that you pay later is called the balance |
| 13536 |
We've put down a deposit on a new house. deposit put down a deposit (=pay it) a first payment that you make when you agree to buy something expensive such as a car or house. The rest of the money that you pay later is called the balance |
| 13537 |
He made a 2,000 cash deposit on 5 April. deposit make a deposit an amount of money that you pay into a bank account |
| 13538 |
The Conservative candidate came last and lost her deposit. deposit lose your deposit (=get very few votes) in the UK, an amount of money that someone pays to become a candidate in an election. Candidates who do not get many votes do not get their deposit back after the election |
| 13539 |
Rich mineral deposits have been discovered in the area. deposit a layer of a metal or another substance that has formed in soil or rock |
| 13540 |
the build-up of fat deposits in the arteries deposit a layer of a substance that gradually forms on or inside something |
| 13541 |
They deposited their suitcases at the hotel. deposit to put or leave something somewhere |
| 13542 |
Billions of dollars are deposited in banks every day. deposit to pay money into a bank account |
| 13543 |
These sediments were deposited by floods thousands of years ago. deposit if a substance is deposited in the soil or in rock, it gradually gathers there and forms a layer |
| 13544 |
The pace of technological change increased steadily during the 20th century. pace the pace of something the speed at which something happens or is done |
| 13545 |
The pace of life in the village is slow and easy. pace the pace of life the speed at which something happens or is done |
| 13546 |
The course allows students to progress at their own pace. pace at your own pace (=as slowly or quickly as you like) the speed at which something happens or is done |
| 13547 |
Charlie took a pace backwards. pace take a pace a step that you take when you walk or run |
| 13548 |
I took a few paces towards her. pace a step that you take when you walk or run |
| 13549 |
Twenty paces or so beyond the shed, the road twisted out of sight. pace a unit for measuring distance based on the length of a single step when you walk |
| 13550 |
a player with pace as well as skill pace the ability to run quickly |
| 13551 |
He slowed his pace to observe where Jerome went. pace slow quicken your pace the speed at which you move |
| 13552 |
We proceeded at a leisurely pace down the corridor. pace at a leisurely brisk pace the speed at which you move |
| 13553 |
Her plays lack the pace and tension of her thrillers. pace an exciting quality that something such as a book or film has, because of the quick and interesting way in which the story develops |
| 13554 |
After 1946, support for European unity began to gather pace. pace to start to happen more quickly and have more success |
| 13555 |
The Scottish team went through their paces for the press yesterday. pace go through your paces to show other people how good you are at a particular activity |
| 13556 |
The government is not allowing salaries to keep pace with inflation. pace to develop or progress at the same rate as something else |
| 13557 |
Ron had to run to keep pace with Guido. pace to move at the same speed as someone or something else |
| 13558 |
The test drivers put the new models through their paces. pace put someone through their paces put something through its paces to make a person or machine show how good they are at doing something |
| 13559 |
The deal will set the pace for the EU's enlargement over the next decade. pace to establish a rate or standard that others have to achieve |
| 13560 |
If you can stand the pace, you can make enough money to retire in five years. pace to manage to do something at the same rate or to the same standard as others |
| 13561 |
He paced up and down between the kitchen and the living-room. pace pace up and down to walk with regular steps around a small area, because you are worried, nervous, or impatient |
| 13562 |
She was pacing restlessly around the room as she talked. pace pace about around to walk with regular steps around a small area, because you are worried, nervous, or impatient |
| 13563 |
I paced the room, my anxiety increasing. pace pace the room floor to walk with regular steps around a small area, because you are worried, nervous, or impatient |
| 13564 |
His films were always paced so as to create maximum suspense. pace to make the story in a book, film etc develop in a particular way |
| 13565 |
The exams last for several weeks, so pace yourself when you revise. pace pace yourself to avoid doing something too quickly or doing too much at one time, so that you have enough energy left to complete an activity |
| 13566 |
Victims of the world's largest industrial accident were paid $470 million compensation. compensation pay someone compensation money that someone receives because something bad has happened to them |
| 13567 |
She was awarded 2,000 compensation for her injuries. compensation compensation for money that someone receives because something bad has happened to them |
| 13568 |
Not needing a car is one of the compensations of living in the city. compensation compensation of something that changes or removes the bad result of something |
| 13569 |
He uses speed as compensation for his lack of strength. compensation compensation for something that changes or removes the bad result of something |
| 13570 |
the Prime Minister's advisers adviser someone whose job is to give advice on subjects they know a lot about, for example politics or financial matters |
| 13571 |
a financial adviser adviser someone whose job is to give advice on subjects they know a lot about, for example politics or financial matters |
| 13572 |
a design consultant consultant an expert or a professional person whose job is to give help and advice on a particular subject |
| 13573 |
a consultant cardiologist consultant a senior doctor in a hospital who is an expert in a particular medical subject. |
| 13574 |
She dragged her suitcase down the path. drag drag something down along through something to pull something or someone along with difficulty, for example because they are heavy |
| 13575 |
He jumped into the river and dragged her to safety. drag drag something someone to into onto something to pull something or someone along with difficulty, for example because they are heavy |
| 13576 |
The bird walked slowly, dragging one wing along. drag to pull part of your body along the ground because you are injured |
| 13577 |
I scarcely had time to drag a comb through my hair. drag to pull something somewhere strongly or quickly |
| 13578 |
Xavier grabbed his arm and dragged him over to the window. drag drag someone along to into something to pull someone strongly or violently when they do not want to go with you |
| 13579 |
I'm sorry to call so early – I hope I didn't drag you out of bed. drag drag someone out of away from off something to make someone leave or go to a place when they do not want to |
| 13580 |
You drag me away from my meeting just to tell me this! drag to make someone leave or go to a place when they do not want to |
| 13581 |
If you can manage to drag yourself away from the TV you can help. drag drag yourself away up down etc to make someone leave or go to a place when they do not want to |
| 13582 |
I heard a chain dragging along the ground. drag drag along in on if something drags on the ground, it touches the ground when someone or something is moving along, for example because it is too long or too heavy |
| 13583 |
The first hour of the film really dragged. drag if time drags, it seems to pass very slowly, usually because you are bored |
| 13584 |
Drag the file into a folder. drag to move something across a computer screen using the mouse |
| 13585 |
Police are dragging the river near where he was last seen. drag to try to find something in an area of water by pulling a net along the bottom of it |
| 13586 |
You'll have to drag him kicking and screaming to the talks. drag drag someone kicking and screaming to make someone do something that they do not want to do |
| 13587 |
Work is a real drag at the moment. drag something or someone that is boring or causes small annoying problems |
| 13588 |
I'm sorry to be a drag, but could you check this again? drag something or someone that is boring or causes small annoying problems |
| 13589 |
It's such a drag having to get two buses to school. drag something or someone that is boring or causes small annoying problems |
| 13590 |
High interest rates are a drag on the housing market. drag drag on something that makes something else develop or progress more slowly |
| 13591 |
a drag artiste act show drag women's clothes worn by a man or men's clothes worn by a woman, usually as part of an entertainment |
| 13592 |
They went out in drag to raise money for charity. drag in drag women's clothes worn by a man or men's clothes worn by a woman, usually as part of an entertainment |
| 13593 |
He took a quick drag on his cigarette then spoke. drag an act of breathing in smoke from a cigarette |
| 13594 |
advanced technology advanced based on the most recent methods or ideas |
| 13595 |
an advanced communications system advanced based on the most recent methods or ideas |
| 13596 |
advanced nations advanced an advanced society uses the most recent technology or ideas |
| 13597 |
advanced mathematics advanced at a high academic level |
| 13598 |
advanced undergraduate courses advanced at a high academic level |
| 13599 |
an advanced student advanced studying at a high level |
| 13600 |
She is very advanced for her age. advanced having achieved a high standard or level |
| 13601 |
Whenever I hear that song, I think of you. whenever every time that something happens |
| 13602 |
He felt the pain in his knee whenever he kicked a ball. whenever every time that something happens |
| 13603 |
You can come and stay with us whenever you want. whenever at any time or in any situation when something may be wanted, needed, possible etc |
| 13604 |
I must arrange another visit before going off to the wedding, or after I get back, or whenever. whenever or whenever (=or any other time that is possible) at any time or in any situation when something may be wanted, needed, possible etc |
| 13605 |
Use fresh vegetables whenever possible. whenever whenever possible necessary at any time or in any situation when something may be wanted, needed, possible etc |
| 13606 |
'When shall we meet? Thursday night? Friday?' 'Whenever. I don't mind.' whenever used for saying that you do not care when something happens, because all times are equally convenient |
| 13607 |
Whenever will I make you understand that smoking is bad for you? whenever used for emphasizing 'when' in a question to show that you are surprised, upset, or annoyed |
| 13608 |
We'll have to wait until the next committee meeting, whenever that is. whenever used for showing that you do not know when something happened or will happen |
| 13609 |
a wrecked car ship building wrecked very badly damaged or destroyed |
| 13610 |
a wrecked career marriage wrecked very badly damaged or destroyed |
| 13611 |
Why the delay? delay a situation in which something happens later or more slowly than you expected |
| 13612 |
Try to find the reason for any delay in payment. delay delay in a situation in which something happens later or more slowly than you expected |
| 13613 |
Please excuse my delay in replying. delay delay in doing something a situation in which something happens later or more slowly than you expected |
| 13614 |
Trees had fallen near the railway line, causing more delays. delay a situation in which a plane, train etc leaves or arrives late |
| 13615 |
After a long delay, the plane finally took off. delay a situation in which a plane, train etc leaves or arrives late |
| 13616 |
We have experienced nothing but obstruction and delay from our suppliers. delay failure to do something quickly |
| 13617 |
I hope that discussions will take place without delay. delay without delay (=quickly) failure to do something quickly |
| 13618 |
I have delayed my return home because of the weather. delay to do something later than is planned or expected |
| 13619 |
They agreed to delay the decision for as long as possible. delay to do something later than is planned or expected |
| 13620 |
Don't delay if you want to get your order in by Christmas. delay to do something later than is planned or expected |
| 13621 |
We delayed getting on board for as long as we could. delay delay doing something to do something later than is planned or expected |
| 13622 |
His plane had been delayed for five hours. delay to make someone or something late or slow them down |
| 13623 |
If delivery is delayed, we will inform you immediately. delay to make someone or something late or slow them down |
| 13624 |
the holder of an important public office holder holder of someone who owns something or who has been given something |
| 13625 |
Ticket holders should use Gates 7 and 8. holder ticket licence permit holder someone who owns something or who has been given something |
| 13626 |
the former world 400m record holder holder record title holder someone who owns something or who has been given something |
| 13627 |
a document holder holder something that is designed to hold or support another object |
| 13628 |
candles in brass holders holder something that is designed to hold or support another object |
| 13629 |
The letter appeared in the Sunday edition of the local newspaper. edition a set of copies of a newspaper or magazine that are published at the same time |
| 13630 |
a copy of the latest edition of our magazine edition a set of copies of a newspaper or magazine that are published at the same time |
| 13631 |
the December edition of Homes and Gardens edition a set of copies of a newspaper or magazine that are published at the same time |
| 13632 |
He had an entry in the 1993 edition of the Guinness Book of Records. edition a set of copies of a book that are published at the same time. A new edition of a book is different in some way from the edition before. A set of copies that are exactly the same as the set before is called a reprint |
| 13633 |
This remark did not appear in revised editions of the work. edition a set of copies of a book that are published at the same time. A new edition of a book is different in some way from the edition before. A set of copies that are exactly the same as the set before is called a reprint |
| 13634 |
Please give your name, address, and occupation. occupation a job. This word is used especially on forms and in formal writing |
| 13635 |
Approximately half the people interviewed were in manual occupations (=physical jobs). occupation a job. This word is used especially on forms and in formal writing |
| 13636 |
Walking is now Dad's favourite occupation. occupation something that you do in your free time |
| 13637 |
The new homes will be ready for occupation in August. occupation the act of living or staying in a building, room, or other place |
| 13638 |
The room showed signs of human occupation. occupation the act of living or staying in a building, room, or other place |
| 13639 |
the Roman occupation of Britain occupation occupation of the action of going into a place and taking control away from the people or government there |
| 13640 |
They have been living under the threat of occupation. occupation the action of going into a place and taking control away from the people or government there |
| 13641 |
The protesters voted to continue their occupation of the building. occupation the action of going into a place and taking control away from the people or government there |
| 13642 |
Farmers have criticized the government's agricultural policy. agricultural relating to farming |
| 13643 |
agricultural produce products agricultural relating to farming |
| 13644 |
The land is only to be used for agricultural purposes. agricultural relating to farming |
| 13645 |
agricultural workers machinery agricultural involved in farming or used for farming |
| 13646 |
a person of average intelligence intelligence the ability to understand and think about things, and to gain and use knowledge |
| 13647 |
Someone of your age is expected to show more intelligence. intelligence the ability to understand and think about things, and to gain and use knowledge |
| 13648 |
Maria had spirit and intelligence as well as beauty. intelligence the ability to understand and think about things, and to gain and use knowledge |
| 13649 |
The satellite could also be used to gather intelligence. intelligence information collected about the secret plans and activities of a foreign government, enemy etc |
| 13650 |
the chief of military intelligence intelligence a government organization that collects information about the secret plans and activities of a foreign government, enemy etc |
| 13651 |
the Ottoman Empire empire a number of countries ruled by one person or government |
| 13652 |
the collapse of the Soviet empire empire a number of countries ruled by one person or government |
| 13653 |
his international media empire empire a large powerful group of companies ruled by one person or company |
| 13654 |
Your dessert is definitely the best one here. definitely without any doubt |
| 13655 |
That's definitely not the man I saw running away. definitely without any doubt |
| 13656 |
'So we'll see you on Sunday at 7 o'clock?' 'Definitely!' definitely used for emphasizing that you mean 'yes' |
| 13657 |
The two sides have yet to show their willingness to negotiate. negotiate to try to reach an agreement by discussing something in a formal way, especially in a business or political situation |
| 13658 |
Negotiating a peace deal will not be an easy task. negotiate to try to reach an agreement by discussing something in a formal way, especially in a business or political situation |
| 13659 |
The airline is negotiating a new contract with the union. negotiate negotiate something with someone to try to reach an agreement by discussing something in a formal way, especially in a business or political situation |
| 13660 |
Only 4-wheel-drive vehicles can negotiate the rough roads around here. negotiate to successfully travel on a road or path that is difficult to travel on or travel through |
| 13661 |
He'd given up trying to negotiate the labyrinth of Westminster politics. negotiate to successfully deal with something that is preventing you from achieving an aim |
| 13662 |
Negotiators for both sides agreed to meet again tomorrow. negotiate |
| 13663 |
That old house has always intrigued me. intrigue to make someone very interested in knowing more about something, especially something that seems mysterious |
| 13664 |
intrigues against king and country intrigue a secret plan to harm or cheat someone, or the process of making such a plan |
| 13665 |
This film has everything: passion, intrigue, and humour. intrigue a secret plan to harm or cheat someone, or the process of making such a plan |
| 13666 |
The town has now become a real tourist magnet. magnet someone or something that attracts and interests many people very strongly |
| 13667 |
The mountains remain a magnet for all kinds of fugitives. magnet magnet for someone or something that attracts and interests many people very strongly |
| 13668 |
They had brought a present for their hosts. host someone who invites people to a meal or party, or to stay in their home. A woman who does this is sometimes called a hostess |
| 13669 |
a game show chat show host host someone who introduces and talks to the people taking part in a television or radio programme |
| 13670 |
Japan is playing host to its first World Championship Grand Prix this weekend. host be play host to a place or organization that arranges a special event and provides the area, buildings, equipment, or services needed for it |
| 13671 |
It was an impressive performance from the host nation. host host nation country city club a place or organization that arranges a special event and provides the area, buildings, equipment, or services needed for it |
| 13672 |
The hotel offers a host of leisure activities. host host of a lot of people or things |
| 13673 |
Sydney hosted the Olympic Games in 2000. host to arrange a special event and provide the area, buildings, equipment, or services needed for it |
| 13674 |
She was hosting a radio cookery show on LBC. host to introduce and talk to the people taking part in a television or radio programme |
| 13675 |
The Queen hosted a dinner for leaders attending the European summit. host to organize and be in charge of a meal or party for guests, especially an official one |
| 13676 |
web hosting services at competitive prices host to run websites on a computer, usually for companies |
| 13677 |
a helpful guide to choosing colleges helpful useful, or providing help |
| 13678 |
If you're tired, caffeine can be helpful in low doses. helpful useful, or providing help |
| 13679 |
It's helpful to have a calculator for this exam. helpful it's helpful to do something useful, or providing help |
| 13680 |
Exercise is helpful for controlling high blood pressure. helpful helpful for in doing something useful, or providing help |
| 13681 |
It would be helpful for me to meet him personally. helpful it's helpful for someone to do something useful, or providing help |
| 13682 |
a traditional hotel with very helpful staff helpful a helpful person helps you by doing something or by giving you useful advice or information |
| 13683 |
You've been most helpful. helpful a helpful person helps you by doing something or by giving you useful advice or information |
| 13684 |
a nice young fellow fellow a man |
| 13685 |
My dear fellow, how are you? fellow used for talking to a man in a friendly way |
| 13686 |
a fellow of the Geological Society fellow a member of a professional society or educational institution |
| 13687 |
a fellow of Jesus College, Cambridge fellow a member of a professional society or educational institution |
| 13688 |
Discuss your experiences with a fellow student. fellow fellow students pupils workers etc used for talking about people who are similar to you or are in the same situation as you |
| 13689 |
His fellow countrymen have honoured him for his bravery. fellow fellow countrymen citizens Australians etc used for talking about people who are similar to you or are in the same situation as you |
| 13690 |
After you've swept, you can do the washing-up. sweep to clean a floor, the ground, or another surface using a broom (=brush with a long handle) |
| 13691 |
Her work consisted mainly of making coffee and sweeping the floor. sweep to clean a floor, the ground, or another surface using a broom (=brush with a long handle) |
| 13692 |
I want you to sweep up the garage. sweep to clean a floor, the ground, or another surface using a broom (=brush with a long handle) |
| 13693 |
Little children used to be used to sweep chimneys. sweep to clean something such as a chimney with a long brush |
| 13694 |
Youngsters are risking their lives in a dangerous craze which is sweeping the country. sweep to move or spread quickly through an area |
| 13695 |
The hurricane swept across the Gulf of California. sweep sweep across to move or spread quickly through an area |
| 13696 |
Fire swept through the building. sweep sweep through to move or spread quickly through an area |
| 13697 |
The flood waters swept the car downstream. sweep to move something or someone with powerful force |
| 13698 |
He was swept along the street by dozens of supporters. sweep to move something or someone with powerful force |
| 13699 |
He swept his son into his arms. sweep to move or to carry something or someone away with a quick smooth movement |
| 13700 |
She swept into the office and announced she could only stay ten minutes. sweep sweep into past by etc to go somewhere quickly and confidently |
| 13701 |
The limousine carrying the ambassador swept through the gates. sweep sweep past through along etc to move quickly and smoothly without stopping for anyone or anything |
| 13702 |
Her gaze swept the room and she frowned. sweep to look over every part of someone or something in one continuous movement of your eyes |
| 13703 |
As she spoke, her eyes swept over her daughter. sweep to look over every part of someone or something in one continuous movement of your eyes |
| 13704 |
The scenery was beautiful, with cool green forests sweeping down the hillsides. sweep to stretch over a large area, especially in a long wide curve |
| 13705 |
Last year, Durham swept the board, winning all four team events. sweep sweep the board to win everything |
| 13706 |
He was hoping to sweep her off her feet, but she just laughed. sweep to have a strong effect on someone so that they quickly become attracted to you |
| 13707 |
The wind almost swept us off our feet. sweep to lift someone |
| 13708 |
The Party swept to power in elections the following year. sweep sweep to from power to win or lose an election by a very large number of votes |
| 13709 |
Johnson swept to victory by one of the largest margins in American history. sweep sweep to victory to easily win a competition or an election |
| 13710 |
You can't just sweep these issues under the carpet. sweep sweep something under the carpet to try to avoid dealing with a problem |
| 13711 |
Not far away was the great sweep of the Radnor Forest. sweep a long wide curved area of land or water |
| 13712 |
He threw the gun aside with a sweep of his arm. sweep sweep of a long smooth curved movement |
| 13713 |
the broad sweep of history sweep sweep of a range of different things that together form a larger unit |
| 13714 |
She gave the floor a quick sweep. sweep an act of sweeping something |
| 13715 |
an article by a leading sports journalist journalist someone whose job is to report the news for a newspaper, magazine, radio programme, or television programme |
| 13716 |
The series was ditched after the star of the show quit. ditch to get rid of someone or something because you no longer like or need them |
| 13717 |
He ditched the gun in a bin as he ran away. ditch to get rid of someone or something because you no longer like or need them |
| 13718 |
She ditched Ryan for a younger man. ditch to end a sexual or romantic relationship with someone in a sudden and unkind way |
| 13719 |
England suffered a 2–0 defeat by Scotland. defeat failure to win a competition or to succeed in doing something |
| 13720 |
a humiliating heavy crushing defeat defeat failure to win a competition or to succeed in doing something |
| 13721 |
a stubborn man who was not prepared to admit defeat defeat admit accept concede defeat failure to win a competition or to succeed in doing something |
| 13722 |
Bilbao defeated Salamanca by 2–1. defeat to win against someone in a game, fight, or election |
| 13723 |
The test completely defeated me. defeat if something defeats you, it is so difficult that you are unable to do it |
| 13724 |
new locks that will defeat most thieves defeat if something defeats you, it is so difficult that you are unable to do it |
| 13725 |
The proposal was defeated by 16 votes to 5. defeat to prevent something from happening or being successful |
| 13726 |
The show was unlike anything we'd ever seen before. unlike different from someone or something else |
| 13727 |
Unlike most actors, Harris is a rather shy man. unlike used for introducing a sentence or phrase |
| 13728 |
The festival has been a great success, unlike last year when it rained non-stop. unlike used for introducing a sentence or phrase |
| 13729 |
It's so unlike Mary to go off somewhere without telling someone. unlike not typical of a particular person or thing |
| 13730 |
She was led into an office not unlike the one she had just left. unlike not unlike similar to |
| 13731 |
The magazine is targeted primarily at young middle-class women. primarily mainly |
| 13732 |
Bone marrow transplants are a controversial procedure, primarily because of the high costs involved. primarily mainly |
| 13733 |
a tight skirt dress tight clothes that are tight are close against your body when you wear them |
| 13734 |
The first hat was a bit tight. tight used about clothes that are uncomfortable because they are so close against your body |
| 13735 |
She hugged Marco in a tight grip. tight a tight hold or grip is very firm and strong |
| 13736 |
She had twisted her hair into a tight knot. tight firmly fastened in a particular position |
| 13737 |
The screw was so tight I couldn't turn it. tight firmly fastened in a particular position |
| 13738 |
Security has been very tight throughout the Prince's visit. tight controlled very carefully and strictly |
| 13739 |
It was politically desirable to have a tight economic policy. tight controlled very carefully and strictly |
| 13740 |
tight control of costs tight controlled very carefully and strictly |
| 13741 |
a tight performance by the cast tight done with a lot of skill and care so that mistakes are not made |
| 13742 |
They kept things tight for the first half of the game. tight done with a lot of skill and care so that mistakes are not made |
| 13743 |
holidays for people on a tight budget tight a tight budget if money is tight, you have only just enough |
| 13744 |
Things will be a little tight for a few months. tight money is tight things are tight if money is tight, you have only just enough |
| 13745 |
If time is tight, cook the chicken the day before. tight if time is tight, you have so little time that it is difficult for you to do what you need to |
| 13746 |
We're going to be working to a very tight schedule. tight a tight schedule deadline timetable if time is tight, you have so little time that it is difficult for you to do what you need to |
| 13747 |
You can just about park here, but it's pretty tight. tight if space is tight, you have only just enough |
| 13748 |
It's a tight squeeze for all of you in our little house. tight a tight squeeze (=a situation in which there is only just enough space) if space is tight, you have only just enough |
| 13749 |
He gave her a tight smile. tight a tight voice or expression shows that you are nervous or annoyed |
| 13750 |
His throat was too tight to allow the words to escape. tight if your chest or another part of your body feels tight, it feels as if it is being squeezed |
| 13751 |
a tight bundle of sticks tight consisting of people or things that are very close together |
| 13752 |
The company needs to keep a tight hold on costs this month. tight keep a tight grip rein hold on something to control something in a very strict way |
| 13753 |
She can usually talk her way out of tight corners. tight a tight corner spot situation a difficult situation |
| 13754 |
Keep the windows tightly closed. tight |
| 13755 |
The campaign had been tightly controlled from start to finish. tight |
| 13756 |
The skirt fits a little too tightly around the waist. tight |
| 13757 |
She covered her ears and shut her eyes tight. tight shut close something tight very firmly |
| 13758 |
She held on tight to the railing. tight hold (on) tight very firmly |
| 13759 |
Hold on tight to the rope. tight very firmly |
| 13760 |
His left arm was jammed tight against the seat. tight tight against across around something very firmly |
| 13761 |
The size of the crowd is a clear indication of the strength of public feeling. indication indication of a sign that something will happen, is true, or exists |
| 13762 |
Can you give an indication of how quickly you could respond in an emergency? indication give an indication a sign that something will happen, is true, or exists |
| 13763 |
The indications are that the economy has become more efficient and successful. indication indication that a sign that something will happen, is true, or exists |
| 13764 |
a game of cricket cricket a game played by two teams of 11 players who get points by hitting a ball with a bat and running between two sets of sticks called stumps. Someone who plays this sport is called a cricketer |
| 13765 |
a cricket match cricket a game played by two teams of 11 players who get points by hitting a ball with a bat and running between two sets of sticks called stumps. Someone who plays this sport is called a cricketer |
| 13766 |
Stop whispering, you two! whisper to say something very quietly so that other people cannot hear you |
| 13767 |
'When can I see you again?' he whispered softly. whisper to say something very quietly so that other people cannot hear you |
| 13768 |
'Over here!' she whispered urgently. whisper to say something very quietly so that other people cannot hear you |
| 13769 |
Dad whispered a warning to us to keep quiet. whisper whisper (something) to someone to say something very quietly so that other people cannot hear you |
| 13770 |
'That's Tim,' she whispered in my ear. whisper whisper (something) in someone's ear to say something very quietly so that other people cannot hear you |
| 13771 |
Senior managers have been whispering about more job losses. whisper to tell other people a piece of news or information that may or may not be true |
| 13772 |
Some people have whispered that he offered her a job in return for her silence. whisper whisper that to tell other people a piece of news or information that may or may not be true |
| 13773 |
His voice was little more than a whisper. whisper a very quiet way of saying something so that other people cannot hear you |
| 13774 |
Elizabeth's voice dropped to a low whisper. whisper a very quiet way of saying something so that other people cannot hear you |
| 13775 |
The two men began talking in whispers. whisper in a whisper in whispers a very quiet way of saying something so that other people cannot hear you |
| 13776 |
Whispers of a marriage break-up soon started to circulate. whisper something that someone says that may or may not be true |
| 13777 |
the whisper of wind in the trees whisper whisper of a quiet gentle sound |
| 13778 |
Young children tend to welcome some form of routine. routine your usual way of doing things, especially when you do them in a fixed order at the same time |
| 13779 |
It shouldn't take too long to get back to our old routine. routine your usual way of doing things, especially when you do them in a fixed order at the same time |
| 13780 |
Staying at your desk until 7.30 pm has become routine. routine your usual way of doing things, especially when you do them in a fixed order at the same time |
| 13781 |
a comedy dance routine routine a set of things such as jokes or songs that a performer practises and uses regularly |
| 13782 |
Spare me the 'poor little me, I haven't any money' routine! routine a false way of behaving that is intended to achieve a particular result |
| 13783 |
a routine check task operation routine usual and not done for any special reason |
| 13784 |
routine, repetitive work routine ordinary and not interesting or special |
| 13785 |
Too much caffeine can cause anxiety, depression, and insomnia. anxiety a worried feeling you have because you think something bad might happen |
| 13786 |
There was increasing anxiety over the outcome of the talks. anxiety anxiety about over a worried feeling you have because you think something bad might happen |
| 13787 |
their anxiety to do better than their competitors anxiety anxiety to do something a nervous or impatient feeling that you have because you want to do something very much or want it to happen very much |
| 13788 |
We try not to communicate our anxieties to the children. anxiety something that you are worried about |
| 13789 |
She's just nipped out for some milk. nip to go somewhere quickly and for only a short time |
| 13790 |
Flynn nipped in to score the winning goal. nip to run or move somewhere quickly |
| 13791 |
We need to nip this bad behaviour in the bud. nip nip something in the bud to stop a bad situation from becoming worse by taking action at an early stage of its development |
| 13792 |
Witnesses reported hearing two gunshots. witness someone who sees a crime, accident, or other event happen |
| 13793 |
Any witnesses to the incident are asked to contact the police. witness witness to someone who sees a crime, accident, or other event happen |
| 13794 |
Detectives are appealing for witnesses. witness appeal for witnesses someone who sees a crime, accident, or other event happen |
| 13795 |
More than twenty witnesses will be called. witness someone who tells a court what they know about a crime |
| 13796 |
an expert witness for the defence prosecution witness someone who tells a court what they know about a crime |
| 13797 |
We were witness to the worst period in the club's history. witness be witness to something to see something happen |
| 13798 |
Bristol's grand buildings bear witness to the city's magnificent past. witness bear witness to something to show that something exists or existed |
| 13799 |
Several journalists witnessed the incident in which eight people were injured. witness to see something happen, for example a crime or an accident |
| 13800 |
Ambulance crews witness scenes like these every day. witness to see something happen, for example a crime or an accident |
| 13801 |
What we are witnessing is a party running out of ideas. witness to be present when something important happens |
| 13802 |
The 1980s witnessed enormous growth in the financial sector. witness used for saying that something happened at a particular time or in a particular place |
| 13803 |
Could you witness my signature on this visa application? witness to watch someone sign an official document, and then sign it yourself to state that you have watched them |
| 13804 |
He was as much a journalist as a storyteller: witness the fact that many of his concerns are still relevant today. witness used before you give an example that proves what you have just said |
| 13805 |
In the past the sea level was much higher, as is witnessed by remnants of raised beaches. witness be witnessed by something to be the evidence that something is true |
| 13806 |
a newspaper article concerning the problems of overcrowded cities concerning about a particular subject |
| 13807 |
a textile mill mill a factory where a product such as cotton, wool, or steel is made |
| 13808 |
He was just another victim of the rumour mill. mill a place or situation in which people deal with important matters automatically without giving them careful thought |
| 13809 |
I hear Jim is really going through the mill with his divorce. mill go through put someone through the mill to experience a difficult or unpleasant period of time |
| 13810 |
The champions looked as if they were going to put their humble opponents through the mill. mill go through put someone through the mill to experience a difficult or unpleasant period of time |
| 13811 |
Joe is such a gentle, loving boy. gentle a gentle person is kind and calm |
| 13812 |
Mother's manner was always gentle. gentle used about people's behaviour |
| 13813 |
a gentle smile gentle used about people's behaviour |
| 13814 |
a gentle riverside stroll gentle gentle movement does not use or need a lot of force or effort |
| 13815 |
She gave a gentle pull on the dog's leash. gentle gentle movement does not use or need a lot of force or effort |
| 13816 |
a soft June morning with a gentle breeze gentle gentle wind or rain is not strong or unpleasant |
| 13817 |
The road began to climb gentle sandy hills. gentle a gentle slope or shape is gradual, with no sudden changes |
| 13818 |
the gentle curve of the bay gentle a gentle slope or shape is gradual, with no sudden changes |
| 13819 |
Cook for several hours over a gentle heat. gentle gentle heat is low, so that something cooks slowly |
| 13820 |
Draw the curtains and put the light on. curtain draw pull close the curtains (=move them together) a long piece of cloth, usually one of a pair, that hangs down and covers a window |
| 13821 |
Draw those heavy curtains and let some sunlight in. curtain draw pull open the curtains (=move them apart) a long piece of cloth, usually one of a pair, that hangs down and covers a window |
| 13822 |
a shower curtain curtain a long piece of material that hangs down and separates one part of a room from another |
| 13823 |
The nurse pulled the curtains around the bed. curtain a long piece of material that hangs down and separates one part of a room from another |
| 13824 |
The audience cheered wildly as the curtain rose. curtain a very large piece of cloth that is pulled up or to the side on a theatre stage when a performance starts |
| 13825 |
She drove off, the grey curtain of mist suddenly swallowing her up. curtain curtain of a large amount of a substance such as smoke or rain that is too thick to see through |
| 13826 |
A curtain of thick dark hair hid her face. curtain a large amount of a substance such as smoke or rain that is too thick to see through |
| 13827 |
One more mistake and it'll be curtains for him. curtain be curtains for used for saying that someone or something will die, end, or be in serious trouble |
| 13828 |
They bring down the curtain on their African tour in Cape Town today. curtain bring down the curtain on something bring the curtain down on something to end something |
| 13829 |
The curtain finally fell on his dominance of the sport. curtain the curtain falls on something if the curtain falls on something, it ends |
| 13830 |
The President leaves for a trade mission to the Middle East. mission an important piece of work that a person or group of people has to do for a government or large organization, especially one that involves travel |
| 13831 |
a cultural fact-finding rescue mission mission an important piece of work that a person or group of people has to do for a government or large organization, especially one that involves travel |
| 13832 |
The UN peacekeeping mission has arrived in the capital. mission a group of people sent to do an important piece of work |
| 13833 |
He was shot down during a mission over the Balkans. mission a military operation, especially one by aircraft |
| 13834 |
the possibility of a manned mission to Mars mission a flight into space |
| 13835 |
Helping homeless people was Gina's mission in life. mission mission in life (=a personal goal) an aim that is very important to a person or organization |
| 13836 |
It is the international community's mission to end terrorism. mission mission to do something an aim that is very important to a person or organization |
| 13837 |
the Catholic mission in Papua New Guinea mission the activity of people who are sent to a place by a religious organization to teach people there about a particular religion |
| 13838 |
I asked Jane to help and she agreed – mission accomplished. mission mission accomplished used for saying that someone has successfully done what they wanted to do or had to do |
| 13839 |
electricity gas heating suppliers supplier a company, organization, or country that supplies or sells a product or a service |
| 13840 |
Colombia is our main supplier of coffee beans. supplier supplier of a company, organization, or country that supplies or sells a product or a service |
| 13841 |
The book is basically a love story. basically used for saying that you are talking about the most important aspects of something and not mentioning the specific details |
| 13842 |
Basically, their goal is to promote healthier eating habits. basically used for saying that you are talking about the most important aspects of something and not mentioning the specific details |
| 13843 |
Basically, you should have asked me first. basically used for emphasizing the most important point or idea in what you are saying |
| 13844 |
There's not much more I can say to assure you. assure to tell someone that something will definitely happen or is definitely true, especially in order to remove doubt about it |
| 13845 |
She assured me of her support. assure assure someone of something to tell someone that something will definitely happen or is definitely true, especially in order to remove doubt about it |
| 13846 |
The president assured me that he would sign the bill as amended. assure assure someone (that) to tell someone that something will definitely happen or is definitely true, especially in order to remove doubt about it |
| 13847 |
We all worked hard to assure the mayor's re-election. assure to do everything that you can in order to make certain that something happens |
| 13848 |
Her success is now virtually assured. assure be assured to be certain to happen |
| 13849 |
They were charged with conspiring to commit acts of terrorism. terrorism the use of violence to achieve political aims |
| 13850 |
There are many areas where the problems of poverty and unemployment still persist. poverty a situation in which someone does not have enough money to pay for their basic needs |
| 13851 |
Half the world's population is living in poverty. poverty in poverty a situation in which someone does not have enough money to pay for their basic needs |
| 13852 |
The proposals display a worrying poverty of ideas. poverty poverty of a lack of something, especially ideas or feelings |
| 13853 |
Two to three inches of snow is predicted for tonight. snow small soft white pieces of ice that fall from the sky and cover the ground |
| 13854 |
The path was hidden under a blanket of snow. snow small soft white pieces of ice that fall from the sky and cover the ground |
| 13855 |
There had been a heavy fall of snow. snow small soft white pieces of ice that fall from the sky and cover the ground |
| 13856 |
The first snows of winter are here. snow the snow that falls over a period of time |
| 13857 |
It's snowing again! snow if it snows, snow falls from the sky |
| 13858 |
People living on the hill were snowed in for a week. snow snowed in unable to leave a place because a lot of snow has fallen there |
| 13859 |
We're snowed under with applications for the job. snow snowed under with too much work to deal with |
| 13860 |
a prayer for peace prayer prayer for the words that someone says when they are speaking to God |
| 13861 |
He said a prayer for their safety. prayer say a prayer the words that someone says when they are speaking to God |
| 13862 |
I go to Chapel every Sunday and I say my prayers. prayer say your prayers (=pray) the words that someone says when they are speaking to God |
| 13863 |
He was a firm believer in the power of prayer. prayer the act or practice of speaking to God |
| 13864 |
A group of Christians knelt in prayer. prayer in prayer the act or practice of speaking to God |
| 13865 |
He reads the Koran and attends daily prayers. prayer daily morning evening prayers a regular religious ceremony with prayers |
| 13866 |
The job seemed like the answer to her prayers. prayer an answer to someone's prayer a strong hope or wish for something |
| 13867 |
They didn't have a prayer without a backer for the new company. prayer not have a prayer to not have a chance or possibility of success |
| 13868 |
Who could have foreseen such problems? foresee to see or know something that will happen in the future |
| 13869 |
The pipes had frozen during the severe weather. pipe a tube that carries liquid or gas from one place to another |
| 13870 |
Workers were laying water pipes outside the house. pipe lay a pipe a tube that carries liquid or gas from one place to another |
| 13871 |
A pipe runs to the hot water tap in the kitchen. pipe a pipe leads runs somewhere a tube that carries liquid or gas from one place to another |
| 13872 |
a pipe smoker pipe an object used for smoking tobacco, consisting of a tube with a small bowl at the end |
| 13873 |
He filled his pipe with tobacco and lit it. pipe light a pipe an object used for smoking tobacco, consisting of a tube with a small bowl at the end |
| 13874 |
The old man puffed thoughtfully away at his pipe. pipe puff on at a pipe an object used for smoking tobacco, consisting of a tube with a small bowl at the end |
| 13875 |
How do you manage without water piped into your home? pipe to send liquid or gas through a pipe from one place to another |
| 13876 |
a bird's piping song pipe to make a very high sound, or to speak in a very high voice |
| 13877 |
After five hours on your feet you deserve a break. deserve if you deserve something, it is right that you get it, for example because of the way you have behaved |
| 13878 |
After the way he treated Millie, he deserves whatever happens to him. deserve if you deserve something, it is right that you get it, for example because of the way you have behaved |
| 13879 |
I work hard, and I think I deserve to be well paid. deserve deserve to do something if you deserve something, it is right that you get it, for example because of the way you have behaved |
| 13880 |
a matter that deserves further consideration deserve if a thing deserves something such as your time or attention, you should give time or attention to doing it |
| 13881 |
The work of the costume designers deserves a special mention. deserve if a thing deserves something such as your time or attention, you should give time or attention to doing it |
| 13882 |
Their suggestions were treated with the contempt they deserved. deserve if a thing deserves something such as your time or attention, you should give time or attention to doing it |
| 13883 |
He's worked very hard for the company and deserves better. deserve deserve better more to be worth better things or better treatment than you are getting |
| 13884 |
I don't feel sorry for him. He got what he deserved. deserve get what you deserve to be correctly punished for your mistakes or bad behaviour |
| 13885 |
American tobacco corporations corporation a large company or business organization |
| 13886 |
Let's split into groups and work separately. split to divide into smaller groups, or to divide people into smaller groups |
| 13887 |
Many American families are split by large geographical distances. split to divide into smaller groups, or to divide people into smaller groups |
| 13888 |
Just split the cake into three and leave one piece for Simon. split to divide or break something into several parts, or to be divided or broken into several parts |
| 13889 |
The lower section splits into three parts. split to divide or break something into several parts, or to be divided or broken into several parts |
| 13890 |
I split my working hours between three offices. split to share something by dividing it into separate parts |
| 13891 |
I suggest we split the bill (=divide it into equal amounts). split to share something by dividing it into separate parts |
| 13892 |
The Republican vote was split fairly evenly between four candidates. split split something between someone to share something by dividing it into separate parts |
| 13893 |
How did you split your trousers? split to make a long thin cut or break in something |
| 13894 |
One of the boxes fell and split open. split to make a long thin cut or break in something |
| 13895 |
She fell and split her lip. split to make a long thin cut in your skin |
| 13896 |
1979 was the year they split from the party. split to separate from a group or organization |
| 13897 |
It's getting late – I'll have to split. split to leave a place |
| 13898 |
The party is split on the issue of closer European unity. split be split on over something to be unable to agree about something |
| 13899 |
I nearly split my sides when I saw him try to dance. split split your sides to laugh a lot |
| 13900 |
a fifty-fifty split in the voting split a way of dividing something |
| 13901 |
a three-way four-way split split a way of dividing something |
| 13902 |
The split in the party could have had a disastrous effect on the election. split a division of a large group into smaller groups because of a disagreement |
| 13903 |
There is anxiety about the growing split over foreign policy. split a disagreement that causes a group to divide into smaller groups |
| 13904 |
a small split in the fabric split a cut or break in something |
| 13905 |
There's a big split between the attitudes of managers and junior staff. split a difference between things |
| 13906 |
Since joining the team last year, he has become our most consistent performer. consistent not changing in behaviour, attitudes, or qualities |
| 13907 |
I have been consistent in my approach over the years. consistent consistent in not changing in behaviour, attitudes, or qualities |
| 13908 |
The government has been consistent in taking the side of large companies against those campaigning for public health and safety. consistent be consistent in doing something not changing in behaviour, attitudes, or qualities |
| 13909 |
a consistent improvement consistent continuing or developing steadily in the same way |
| 13910 |
the need for a unified and consistent policy consistent containing statements or ideas that are similar or that have the same aim |
| 13911 |
These results are consistent with the findings of the previous study. consistent consistent with containing statements or ideas that are similar or that have the same aim |
| 13912 |
He has consistently denied the charges. consistent |
| 13913 |
There was a green fitted carpet in the hall. carpet fitted wall-to-wall carpet (=cut to fit a room) a thick soft cover for a floor |
| 13914 |
a carpet of flowers carpet carpet of a layer of something soft covering the ground |
| 13915 |
countries with high levels of car ownership ownership legal possession of something, usually something big and valuable |
| 13916 |
Dutch ownership of the company was formally recognized. ownership ownership of legal possession of something, usually something big and valuable |
| 13917 |
Employees began to feel a sense of ownership of the work and enjoy its challenges. ownership an attitude of accepting responsibility for something and taking control of how it develops |
| 13918 |
Is this some kind of stupid joke? joke something you say or do that is intended to make people laugh |
| 13919 |
Greg sprayed her with water as a joke. joke something you say or do that is intended to make people laugh |
| 13920 |
The men all sat there drinking beer and cracking jokes. joke make crack a joke (=say something funny) something you say or do that is intended to make people laugh |
| 13921 |
Stephen decided to play a joke on his teacher. joke play a joke on someone (=do something to trick someone) something you say or do that is intended to make people laugh |
| 13922 |
Sorry – I was only having a little joke with you. joke have a joke with someone (=not be serious in your behaviour towards them) something you say or do that is intended to make people laugh |
| 13923 |
Hiding my car keys was her idea of a joke. joke someone's idea of a joke (=an action that someone thinks is funny but you do not) something you say or do that is intended to make people laugh |
| 13924 |
Soon the kids relaxed and were laughing and telling jokes. joke tell a joke a short story that is funny at the end. The last line of the joke is called the punchline |
| 13925 |
He told us a great joke about a talking dog. joke joke about a short story that is funny at the end. The last line of the joke is called the punchline |
| 13926 |
a sick joke about a dog in a microwave oven joke sick joke (=a very unpleasant joke) a short story that is funny at the end. The last line of the joke is called the punchline |
| 13927 |
Sorry – I don't get the joke. Can you explain it? joke get the joke (=understand why the story is funny) a short story that is funny at the end. The last line of the joke is called the punchline |
| 13928 |
The nurses thought it was all a huge joke. joke something that is funny |
| 13929 |
English wine is sometimes considered a bit of a joke. joke something that is funny |
| 13930 |
That price is just a joke! joke something that is so bad or silly that it annoys you |
| 13931 |
It's no joke bringing up two kids on your own. joke be no joke to be very difficult or unpleasant |
| 13932 |
What's the matter with you? Can't you take a joke? joke can take a joke if you can take a joke, you are able to laugh when someone makes a joke about you or does something to trick you |
| 13933 |
I'm a patient person, but this is getting beyond a joke. joke go get beyond a joke if a situation goes beyond a joke, it becomes annoying or makes you feel worried |
| 13934 |
Jill was laughing and joking with the customers in her shop. joke joke with to say things that are intended to make someone laugh |
| 13935 |
You shouldn't joke about such serious things. joke joke about to say things that are intended to make someone laugh |
| 13936 |
Helen joked that she would now be irresistible to men. joke joke that to say things that are intended to make someone laugh |
| 13937 |
I thought he was joking when he said he'd resigned. joke be joking to say something that is not true in order to see if someone will believe you, so that you can laugh about it |
| 13938 |
No, really, I'm not joking! joke be joking to say something that is not true in order to see if someone will believe you, so that you can laugh about it |
| 13939 |
Joking aside, she's a great actor. joke (all) joking aside apart used before you say something serious after you have been saying something that was intended to be funny |
| 13940 |
I've lost your car keys. Only joking, they're in my pocket. joke only just joking used for saying that what you have just said is not really true |
| 13941 |
'She's thirty-five, and she's going out with a nineteen-year-old.' 'You're joking!' joke you're joking used for saying that you cannot believe that someone really means what they have just said because it seems so surprising or so silly |
| 13942 |
Half jokingly, Clare took on the role of teacher. joke |
| 13943 |
The police have been investigating the group's whereabouts. whereabouts someone's something's whereabouts the place where someone or something is: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 13944 |
He admitted he didn't know the whereabouts of the equipment. whereabouts the whereabouts of the place where someone or something is: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 13945 |
Whereabouts are they building the new golf course? whereabouts used for asking where someone or something is, especially when you are not expecting a very exact answer |
| 13946 |
Can you tell me whereabouts in America he was born? whereabouts used for asking where someone or something is, especially when you are not expecting a very exact answer |
| 13947 |
a creative writing workshop workshop an occasion when a group of people meet to learn about a particular subject, especially by taking part in discussions or activities |
| 13948 |
Add a pinch of salt. salt a white substance that is often added to food before or after cooking to improve its flavour. Salt is dug from the ground, or produced from sea water |
| 13949 |
If I were you, I'd take his advice with a pinch of salt. salt take something with a pinch of salt to doubt the truth or value of something |
| 13950 |
Any politician worth their salt will keep their campaign promises. salt worth your salt respected by other people because you do your job well |
| 13951 |
A woman aged 50 has given birth to twins. aged someone who is aged 18, 35, 70 etc is 18, 35, 70 etc years old |
| 13952 |
Men aged between 18 and 35 are most at risk from violent crime. aged someone who is aged 18, 35, 70 etc is 18, 35, 70 etc years old |
| 13953 |
Brenda looks after her aged mother. aged very old |
| 13954 |
pagan fertility symbols symbol a picture or shape used to represent something |
| 13955 |
A crescent moon was the symbol of the old Ottoman Empire. symbol symbol of a picture or shape used to represent something |
| 13956 |
'Fe' is the symbol for iron. symbol a mark, letter, number etc used to represent something, for example in chemistry or music |
| 13957 |
Many Catholics saw him as a symbol of hope. symbol symbol of someone or something that represents a particular idea or quality |
| 13958 |
My bike went into a slide. slide a sliding movement |
| 13959 |
The company was hit by a slide in profits last year. slide slide in a situation in which an amount becomes less |
| 13960 |
The doors slid open. slide to move smoothly and quickly across a surface |
| 13961 |
He slid down the hill on a sledge. slide slide over across off etc to move smoothly and quickly across a surface |
| 13962 |
She slid a tray along the counter. slide slide something over across along etc something to make something move smoothly and quickly across a surface |
| 13963 |
I think they slid out the back door a minute ago. slide slide into out etc to move quickly without anyone noticing you |
| 13964 |
Ken slid the letter into his pocket. slide slide something out of into etc something to move or put something somewhere quickly without anyone noticing |
| 13965 |
The company slid further into debt last year. slide slide into to gradually be in a worse situation than before |
| 13966 |
Profits have been sliding over the last few years. slide to become smaller in amount |
| 13967 |
Employers are not allowed to discriminate on the basis of gender. discriminate to treat someone unfairly because of their religion, race, or other personal features |
| 13968 |
Caulfield claimed they had discriminated against him because of his nationality. discriminate discriminate against to treat someone unfairly because of their religion, race, or other personal features |
| 13969 |
Long-range missile attacks simply cannot discriminate between military and civilian targets. discriminate discriminate between to recognize the difference between things |
| 13970 |
It can be difficult to discriminate one sound from another. discriminate discriminate something from something to recognize the difference between things |
| 13971 |
His silence made me anxious. anxious worried because you think something bad might happen |
| 13972 |
an anxious glance anxious worried because you think something bad might happen |
| 13973 |
People are naturally anxious about these tests. anxious anxious about worried because you think something bad might happen |
| 13974 |
We're anxious to hear from anyone who can help. anxious anxious to do something wanting something very much, especially when this makes you nervous, excited, or impatient |
| 13975 |
They were anxious that everyone should enjoy themselves. anxious anxious (that) wanting something very much, especially when this makes you nervous, excited, or impatient |
| 13976 |
We were all anxious for peace. anxious anxious for wanting something very much, especially when this makes you nervous, excited, or impatient |
| 13977 |
We had an anxious few moments while the results were coming through. anxious an anxious time or situation is one in which you worry about something |
| 13978 |
a cock pheasant cock an adult male bird of any kind |
| 13979 |
She cocked her head to listen. cock to raise or turn a part of your body |
| 13980 |
He stood looking amused, with one eyebrow cocked. cock to raise or turn a part of your body |
| 13981 |
tales of bravery and romance tale tale of a story about imaginary events or people |
| 13982 |
He entertained us with tales of his adventures during the war. tale tale of about a spoken account of someone's experiences, especially when they are made to seem more exciting or unpleasant than they really were |
| 13983 |
She was full of tales about the places she'd been to. tale be full of tales about something a spoken account of someone's experiences, especially when they are made to seem more exciting or unpleasant than they really were |
| 13984 |
Every teacher has their tale of woe to tell. tale a tale of woe (=a story about unpleasant things that have happened to you) a spoken account of someone's experiences, especially when they are made to seem more exciting or unpleasant than they really were |
| 13985 |
a preference for small dogs preference preference for a feeling of liking or wanting someone or something more than someone or something else |
| 13986 |
Either tomorrow or Wednesday is fine for me. Do you have a preference? preference have a preference a feeling of liking or wanting someone or something more than someone or something else |
| 13987 |
The American military cautiously expressed a preference for joint action. preference express a preference (for someone something) a feeling of liking or wanting someone or something more than someone or something else |
| 13988 |
It's really just a matter of personal preference which you choose. preference personal preference a feeling of liking or wanting someone or something more than someone or something else |
| 13989 |
The voter marks the candidates 1, 2, 3 etc, in order of preference. preference in order of preference a feeling of liking or wanting someone or something more than someone or something else |
| 13990 |
The government's preference is for a diplomatic solution. preference someone or something that you like or want more than other people or things |
| 13991 |
The scholarship committee will give preference to students from disadvantaged backgrounds. preference give show preference to someone something to treat someone or something better than someone or something else, or to give an advantage to someone or something |
| 13992 |
Harry was unable to understand the boy's passion for mechanical objects in preference to living creatures. preference in preference to instead of someone or something else that you like or want less |
| 13993 |
Inevitably, reports of the failure were soon appearing in the newspapers. inevitably used for saying that something is certain to happen |
| 13994 |
That kind of success inevitably attracts admirers. inevitably used for saying that something is certain to happen |
| 13995 |
I've lost a mere two pounds. mere used for emphasizing that something is small or unimportant |
| 13996 |
Her comments are mere opinion, not fact. mere used for emphasizing that something is small or unimportant |
| 13997 |
The mere fact that he came to see her made her feel loved. mere used for emphasizing the importance or influence of something, although it seems like only a small thing |
| 13998 |
Robert detected the merest sign of disapproval in her face. mere the merest used for emphasizing the importance or influence of something, although it seems like only a small thing |
| 13999 |
The children behaved very badly. behave to do things in a particular way |
| 14000 |
a badly behaved dog behave to do things in a particular way |
| 14001 |
You behaved like a complete idiot! behave behave like to do things in a particular way |
| 14002 |
This is not how you behave towards a child. behave behave towards to do things in a particular way |
| 14003 |
He behaved as though he hadn't seen Ellie. behave behave as if though to do things in a particular way |
| 14004 |
She was embarrassed at having behaved in such a childish way. behave behave in a sensible alarming etc way to do things in a particular way |
| 14005 |
Mum's always telling me to behave when we go out. behave to be polite and not be rude or cause trouble |
| 14006 |
I hope the children behave themselves. behave behave yourself to be polite and not be rude or cause trouble |
| 14007 |
I'm planning to visit my parents during the Christmas vacation. vacation summer Christmas Easter vacation a period of time when a university is closed |
| 14008 |
She's on vacation this week and next. vacation on vacation a holiday |
| 14009 |
Driving on mountain roads always makes me nervous. nervous feeling excited and worried, or slightly afraid |
| 14010 |
I got very nervous waiting for my turn to be called. nervous get nervous feeling excited and worried, or slightly afraid |
| 14011 |
She was nervous about walking home so late. nervous nervous about feeling excited and worried, or slightly afraid |
| 14012 |
He's always been a little nervous of change. nervous nervous of feeling excited and worried, or slightly afraid |
| 14013 |
Callum gave a slightly nervous laugh. nervous showing that someone is feeling nervous |
| 14014 |
nervous exhaustion strain nervous a nervous illness or medical condition is caused by worry, or by working too hard, so that you feel excited when you want to relax |
| 14015 |
headaches caused by nervous tension nervous a nervous illness or medical condition is caused by worry, or by working too hard, so that you feel excited when you want to relax |
| 14016 |
a nervous, fidgety young man nervous a nervous person becomes easily excited and reacts quickly to things in a way that shows they are not relaxed |
| 14017 |
a nervous complaint nervous relating to the system of nerves in your body |
| 14018 |
After one day of teaching, I was a nervous wreck. nervous a nervous wreck someone who is very upset and worried |
| 14019 |
He shifted in his chair nervously. nervous |
| 14020 |
a police badge badge a special piece of metal, cloth, or plastic, often with words or symbols on it, that you wear or carry with you to show your rank or official position |
| 14021 |
Employees should wear their badges at all times in the building. badge a special piece of metal, cloth, or plastic, often with words or symbols on it, that you wear or carry with you to show your rank or official position |
| 14022 |
a scout badge badge a similar object that shows that you have achieved something |
| 14023 |
He saw his battle scar as a badge of honour. badge a badge of something something that represents a particular quality or type of person |
| 14024 |
As the chairman said in his introductory remarks, the growth of the company has been phenomenal. remark a few words that give the facts or your opinion about someone or something |
| 14025 |
a sexist racist remark remark a few words that give the facts or your opinion about someone or something |
| 14026 |
Nicholas is well known for making outrageous remarks. remark make a remark a few words that give the facts or your opinion about someone or something |
| 14027 |
Ellen later regretted her remarks about his private affairs. remark remark about on a few words that give the facts or your opinion about someone or something |
| 14028 |
'This is quite delicious,' she remarked to her host. remark to say a few words that give the facts or your opinion about something |
| 14029 |
People often remark on how alike John and Malcolm look. remark remark on upon to say a few words that give the facts or your opinion about something |
| 14030 |
My father remarked that I looked unhappy. remark remark that to say a few words that give the facts or your opinion about something |
| 14031 |
It took a long time to complete the work, but I'm very pleased with the results. pleased pleased with happy and satisfied |
| 14032 |
Are you pleased with the way things went yesterday? pleased pleased with happy and satisfied |
| 14033 |
I'm really pleased about your new job. pleased pleased about happy and satisfied |
| 14034 |
I'm pleased to announce the winners of the contest. pleased be pleased to do something happy and satisfied |
| 14035 |
You'll be pleased to hear that Dave can't come tonight! pleased be pleased to do something happy and satisfied |
| 14036 |
Dad wasn't too pleased about me losing the keys. pleased not none too pleased used for saying that someone is annoyed about something |
| 14037 |
I'd be pleased to answer any questions you have about the plan. pleased pleased only too pleased to do something willing very willing to do something |
| 14038 |
We'd be only too pleased to help. pleased pleased only too pleased to do something willing very willing to do something |
| 14039 |
'Tony, this is Mr Wilkins.' 'Pleased to meet you.' pleased pleased to meet you used as a polite way of greeting someone when you meet them for the first time |
| 14040 |
Paul came back looking very pleased with himself. pleased pleased with yourself very proud of something that you have done, especially in a way that annoys other people |
| 14041 |
the Canadian provinces province one of many areas into which some countries are divided |
| 14042 |
The family finances are his wife's province. province a subject that someone knows about or is responsible for |
| 14043 |
The works produced a million tons of steel a year. steel a strong metal made from a mixture of iron and carbon |
| 14044 |
a steel helmet frame rod sink steel made of steel, or relating to steel |
| 14045 |
the steel industry steel made of steel, or relating to steel |
| 14046 |
Iron and steel make up one quarter of the country's national income. steel the industry that produces steel and objects made of steel |
| 14047 |
He steeled himself for the awful truth. steel steel yourself to prepare yourself for something unpleasant |
| 14048 |
How many hours a day do you practise? practise to repeat an activity regularly so that you become better at it |
| 14049 |
Practise putting your tent up in the garden several times. practise practise doing something to repeat an activity regularly so that you become better at it |
| 14050 |
I've been practising hard for the piano recital. practise practise for something to repeat an activity regularly so that you become better at it |
| 14051 |
Can I practise my French on you? practise practise something on someone to repeat an activity regularly so that you become better at it |
| 14052 |
The earliest colonists of the Amazon seem to have practised farming. practise to do something regularly, especially as a habit, custom, or tradition |
| 14053 |
The Emperor gave Christians the right to practise their religion openly. practise to perform the activities and duties of your religion |
| 14054 |
From 1902 he lived in Gravesend, where he practised law. practise to work in a particular profession, especially in the medical or legal profession |
| 14055 |
She completed her medical training, though she never practised. practise to work in a particular profession, especially in the medical or legal profession |
| 14056 |
D'Arcy practised as a solicitor in Australia. practise practise as something to work in a particular profession, especially in the medical or legal profession |
| 14057 |
Sometimes it's hard as a parent to practise what you preach. practise practise what you preach to behave in the same way that you try to persuade other people to behave |
| 14058 |
the holy book of the Sikhs holy important in a religion, or used in worship |
| 14059 |
a guided tour of the holy city of Jerusalem holy important in a religion, or used in worship |
| 14060 |
a holy man and his followers holy respected for living a very religious life |
| 14061 |
If you are in pain, increase the dose of painkillers. dose dose of an amount of a drug that has been measured so that you can take it |
| 14062 |
Taking a low dose of aspirin can help prevent heart attacks. dose a small low dose an amount of a drug that has been measured so that you can take it |
| 14063 |
a lethal dose of morphine dose a fatal lethal dose (=an amount that will kill you) an amount of a drug that has been measured so that you can take it |
| 14064 |
Marcus added a healthy dose of scepticism to the discussion. dose dose of an amount of a particular quality |
| 14065 |
I've just had a nasty dose of flu. dose dose of an amount of something bad that happens to you |
| 14066 |
Local people were exposed to high doses of radiation. dose an amount of something bad that happens to you |
| 14067 |
I can only put up with Dave in small doses. dose in small doses in small amounts, or for short periods of time |
| 14068 |
I'll have to dose myself up with vitamin C. dose dose someone (up) with something to give a measured amount of a drug to someone |
| 14069 |
I used to drink alcohol, but I don't any more. alcohol drinks such as wine and beer that can make people drunk |
| 14070 |
alcohol abuse alcohol drinks such as wine and beer that can make people drunk |
| 14071 |
Many people have given us advice and guidance about the baby. guidance advice about what you should do or how you should behave |
| 14072 |
marriage guidance (=help given to people who have problems in their marriage) guidance advice about what you should do or how you should behave |
| 14073 |
I need some guidance on which university course I should choose. guidance guidance on advice about what you should do or how you should behave |
| 14074 |
The government is issuing new guidance on inspections in schools. guidance advice from an official organization on how to deal with particular situations |
| 14075 |
a missile guidance system guidance the process of controlling the flight of a missile, an aircraft, or a vehicle in space |
| 14076 |
She swans in and out of the office just as she pleases. swan swan around in off etc to go somewhere in a relaxed and careless way, without paying attention to your work or responsibilities |
| 14077 |
The view across the valley presented a constantly changing panorama. constantly always or regularly |
| 14078 |
We are constantly reminded of his success. constantly always or regularly |
| 14079 |
an Italian restaurant Italian relating to Italy, or its language or culture |
| 14080 |
Mexico is renowned for its hot climate and spicy food. climate a hot cold mild warm climate the type of weather that a country or region has |
| 14081 |
Many northern Europeans spend their holidays in warmer climates. climate an area that has a particular type of weather |
| 14082 |
We are unable to increase wages in the current economic climate. climate economic political moral intellectual climate the general situation or attitudes that people have at a particular time |
| 14083 |
The election is being organized in a climate of fear and mistrust. climate climate of the general situation or attitudes that people have at a particular time |
| 14084 |
The climate of opinion is now changing on that subject. climate the climate of opinion the general situation or attitudes that people have at a particular time |
| 14085 |
a Canadian accent Canadian relating to Canada, or its language or culture |
| 14086 |
The measures taken should considerably enhance the residents' quality of life. enhance to improve something, or to make it more attractive or more valuable |
| 14087 |
We are reasonably sure this is the best solution. reasonably to a fairly high degree, level, or standard |
| 14088 |
reasonably good accurate clear reasonably to a fairly high degree, level, or standard |
| 14089 |
He did reasonably well in maths. reasonably reasonably well to a fairly high degree, level, or standard |
| 14090 |
She behaved very reasonably. reasonably in a sensible and fair way |
| 14091 |
This is the best that can reasonably be expected from him. reasonably in a sensible and fair way |
| 14092 |
good, reasonably priced accommodation reasonably reasonably priced available at a fair price |
| 14093 |
A baby's skin is as smooth as silk. smooth completely even with no rough areas or lumps |
| 14094 |
a smooth flight voyage ride smooth a smooth ride in a vehicle does not shake or frighten you |
| 14095 |
With a smooth swing, he hit the ball. smooth a smooth movement is easy and well controlled |
| 14096 |
a smooth whisky smooth a smooth drink or flavour is not too strong or bitter, and tastes good |
| 14097 |
a smooth process business smooth causing no difficulty, problems, or delays |
| 14098 |
We are changing systems, but we expect a smooth transition. smooth causing no difficulty, problems, or delays |
| 14099 |
Steven's a bit too smooth for my liking. smooth relaxed and confident in a way that usually persuades people to do things. This word shows that you do not trust people like this |
| 14100 |
a smooth operator (=someone you cannot trust) smooth relaxed and confident in a way that usually persuades people to do things. This word shows that you do not trust people like this |
| 14101 |
Frances sat smoothing her skirt down over her knees. smooth smooth down out to move your hand across the surface of something until it is flat and even |
| 14102 |
Seeing her, he quickly smoothed back his hair. smooth smooth back to move your hand across the surface of something until it is flat and even |
| 14103 |
Be sure to wear gloves when smoothing mirror edges. smooth to use a tool or special paper to make the surface of something very flat and even |
| 14104 |
Anne gently smoothed cream into the baby's skin. smooth to carefully spread a substance over a surface |
| 14105 |
The talks are intended to smooth the way for eventual monetary union. smooth smooth the way (for) to remove problems so that something can be achieved easily |
| 14106 |
The company cannot preserve its dominant position in the market. dominant more important, powerful, or successful than the other people or things of the same type |
| 14107 |
The issue of climate change was the dominant theme of the conference. dominant more important, powerful, or successful than the other people or things of the same type |
| 14108 |
It is easy to spot the dominant wolf in the pack. dominant a dominant person or animal is stronger than others in a group and wants to control them |
| 14109 |
a dominant personality dominant a dominant person or animal is stronger than others in a group and wants to control them |
| 14110 |
Red is usually the dominant colour in his paintings. dominant more noticeable than the other parts or aspects of something |
| 14111 |
Teachers are increasingly conscious of the importance of the Internet. conscious conscious of noticing that something exists or is happening and realizing that it is important |
| 14112 |
He was suddenly conscious of everyone looking at him. conscious noticing that something exists or is happening and realizing that it is important |
| 14113 |
We are conscious that some people may not wish to work at night. conscious conscious (that) noticing that something exists or is happening and realizing that it is important |
| 14114 |
The patient was fully conscious throughout the operation. conscious awake and able to see, hear, and think |
| 14115 |
I'm going to make a conscious effort to be more cheerful. conscious done deliberately by someone who knows what the effect will be |
| 14116 |
She had no conscious memory of having met him before. conscious a conscious thought, memory, experience etc is one that you realize you are having |
| 14117 |
Our aim is to operate in an environmentally conscious manner. #NAME? used with some nouns and adverbs to make adjectives describing a person or organization that gives a lot of attention to a particular subject or thing |
| 14118 |
Health-conscious mothers are buying more organic baby food. #NAME? used with some nouns and adverbs to make adjectives describing a person or organization that gives a lot of attention to a particular subject or thing |
| 14119 |
The company's winning formula includes excellent service and quality products. formula a plan or method for dealing with a problem or for achieving a result |
| 14120 |
What's your formula for a long and happy marriage? formula formula for a plan or method for dealing with a problem or for achieving a result |
| 14121 |
There is no magic formula for economic success. formula magic formula a plan or method for dealing with a problem or for achieving a result |
| 14122 |
The two sides are still trying to work out a peace formula. formula peace formula a plan or method for dealing with a problem or for achieving a result |
| 14123 |
a mathematical formula formula a group of letters or numbers that represents a rule in science or mathematics |
| 14124 |
the formula for calculating the area of a circle formula formula for a group of letters or numbers that represents a rule in science or mathematics |
| 14125 |
The formulas for the drinks are closely guarded secrets. formula formula for a list of the exact amounts of the ingredients that are used for making something |
| 14126 |
a chemical formula formula an exact description of the chemical elements that make up a particular substance or compound, written with chemical symbols |
| 14127 |
The animal sprays liquid from a gland under its tail. tail a part at the back of an animal's body that can move |
| 14128 |
the bright tail feathers of a peacock tail a part at the back of an animal's body that can move |
| 14129 |
the tail of a comet tail the back part of something that is long or that consists of many parts |
| 14130 |
He was at the tail of the queue. tail the back part of something that is long or that consists of many parts |
| 14131 |
He wore a top hat and tails. tail a man's formal jacket that is short at the front and has two long pointed parts that hang down at the back |
| 14132 |
We're going to send them home with their tails between their legs. tail with your tail between your legs ashamed or upset because you have been defeated |
| 14133 |
Ha! I told you they would get here first. ha used for showing that you feel pleased, often because you have discovered or achieved something |
| 14134 |
'Do you think Arsenal will win tonight?' 'Ha! I don't think they'll even score.' ha used for showing that you disagree |
| 14135 |
an electric kettle drill razor toothbrush electric working by electricity |
| 14136 |
houses without electric light electric working by electricity |
| 14137 |
an electric socket plug cable electric used for carrying electricity |
| 14138 |
an electric current electric relating to electricity |
| 14139 |
The atmosphere here tonight is absolutely electric. electric extremely exciting |
| 14140 |
This exercise should separate the sheep from the goats. sheep separate the sheep from the goats to separate the people who are clever or good from the ones who are not |
| 14141 |
cough medicine medicine a substance that you take to treat an illness, especially a liquid that you drink |
| 14142 |
a medicine bottle medicine a substance that you take to treat an illness, especially a liquid that you drink |
| 14143 |
You have to take the medicine three times a day. medicine take medicine a substance that you take to treat an illness, especially a liquid that you drink |
| 14144 |
He went on to study medicine at Edinburgh University. medicine the study and practice of treating or preventing illnesses and injuries |
| 14145 |
She donated her body to medicine. medicine the study and practice of treating or preventing illnesses and injuries |
| 14146 |
an ongoing battle between alternative and orthodox medicine medicine the study and practice of treating or preventing illnesses and injuries |
| 14147 |
It's time those cheats got a taste of their own medicine. medicine give someone a taste dose of their own medicine to treat someone in the same bad way that they have treated someone else |
| 14148 |
She was responsible for the firm's strategic planning. strategic carefully planned in order to achieve a particular goal, especially in war, business, or politics |
| 14149 |
The castle stood in a strategic position on the harbour. strategic carefully planned in order to achieve a particular goal, especially in war, business, or politics |
| 14150 |
a strategically located military base strategic |
| 14151 |
Someone jogged her elbow and she turned. jog to knock something so that it moves slightly |
| 14152 |
Police hope to jog the memory of anyone who was in the area at the time of the attack. jog jog someone's memory to make someone remember something |
| 14153 |
We went for a jog around the park. jog a run for exercise or pleasure at a slow steady speed |
| 14154 |
She set off at a jog. jog a slow steady speed |
| 14155 |
A motorcycling accident had left her severely disabled. disabled severely disabled (=unable to move most of your body) someone who is disabled is unable to use part of their body or brain properly because of injury or disease |
| 14156 |
This paint gives off a very strong smell. smell the pleasant or unpleasant quality of something that you notice when you breathe in through your nose |
| 14157 |
unpleasant smells smell the pleasant or unpleasant quality of something that you notice when you breathe in through your nose |
| 14158 |
There's a delicious smell of fresh bread coming from the kitchen. smell smell of the pleasant or unpleasant quality of something that you notice when you breathe in through your nose |
| 14159 |
Whatever is that smell? smell an unpleasant smell |
| 14160 |
Some experts can tell by smell alone what ingredients are in a dish. smell the ability to notice or recognize smells |
| 14161 |
Dogs have an excellent sense of smell. smell sense of smell the ability to notice or recognize smells |
| 14162 |
Have a smell of this perfume. smell an instance of smelling something |
| 14163 |
This room smells a bit damp. smell to have a particular smell |
| 14164 |
a strong-smelling perfume smell to have a particular smell |
| 14165 |
This milk smells off (=no longer fresh). smell to have a particular smell |
| 14166 |
The laboratory smelled strongly of chemicals. smell smell of to have a particular smell |
| 14167 |
It smells like a bar in here. smell smell like to have a particular smell |
| 14168 |
His feet really smell. smell to have an unpleasant smell |
| 14169 |
Sasha could smell the sweet aroma of warm chocolate. smell to notice or recognize the smell of something |
| 14170 |
Do you smell gas? smell to notice or recognize the smell of something |
| 14171 |
Come and smell these roses. smell to experience the smell of something by putting your nose close to it |
| 14172 |
I can't smell at all with this cold. smell to be able to experience the smell of things |
| 14173 |
I could just smell trouble in that club. smell smell danger trouble to feel that something is going to happen, usually something bad |
| 14174 |
I can't put my finger on it, but something about this deal really smells. smell to be illegal or dishonest |
| 14175 |
The media smelled blood and went after the story. smell smell blood to notice that an opponent is weak and that you have the opportunity to defeat them |
| 14176 |
When I saw the look they gave each other I smelled a rat. smell smell a rat to believe that something dishonest, illegal, or wrong has happened |
| 14177 |
Alcohol slows down the digestion of food. digestion the process of changing food into the substances that your body needs |
| 14178 |
a crane operator operator someone whose job is to operate a machine or piece of equipment |
| 14179 |
a bus ferry coach operator operator a person or company that runs a business |
| 14180 |
He was a shrewd operator who skilfully manipulated the press. operator smooth shrewd operator someone who is very good at getting what they want, sometimes by tricking other people |
| 14181 |
Tension continues to mount between the two parties. mount if a particular feeling mounts, it gets stronger over a period of time |
| 14182 |
We are mounting a campaign to recruit more volunteers. mount to prepare for and begin an activity or event |
| 14183 |
Government forces have mounted an attack on a rebel base. mount to prepare for and begin an activity or event |
| 14184 |
I spotted a machine gun mounted on the roof. mount to fix something firmly in a particular place or position |
| 14185 |
Each photograph is mounted on a cardboard backing. mount to fix a picture, photograph etc onto a piece of stiff paper |
| 14186 |
He mounted the steps to receive his award. mount to go up stairs, or to climb up somewhere |
| 14187 |
Mount Kenya mount a mountain: used in names |
| 14188 |
My grandparents were from a remote village in China. remote far away from other cities, towns, or people |
| 14189 |
We felt very remote and lonely living out in the country. remote far away from other cities, towns, or people |
| 14190 |
She had never imagined being able to visit such remote countries. remote far away in distance or space |
| 14191 |
The idea of a holiday seems so remote I can hardly even imagine it. remote far away in the past or future |
| 14192 |
You have only the remotest chance of winning the lottery. remote not likely to happen |
| 14193 |
The possibility of kidnapping is remote, but be careful. remote not likely to happen |
| 14194 |
a remote keyless entry remote capable of being operated from a distance or by using a remote control |
| 14195 |
remote cameras remote capable of being operated from a distance or by using a remote control |
| 14196 |
Managers have become increasingly remote from their junior employees. remote remote from not connected or relevant to something |
| 14197 |
All these theories seem very remote from our everyday experience in the classroom. remote not connected or relevant to something |
| 14198 |
a measurement of only three microns measurement the exact size, degree, strength etc of something, usually expressed in numbers of standard units |
| 14199 |
They took measurements of noise levels inside the building. measurement make take measurements the exact size, degree, strength etc of something, usually expressed in numbers of standard units |
| 14200 |
The singer has filed a $100 million lawsuit against his record company. lawsuit file a lawsuit against someone a case that a court of law is asked to decide involving a disagreement between two people or organizations |
| 14201 |
He was bashed over the head and left unconscious. bash to hit someone or something hard and violently |
| 14202 |
The motorbike had bashed into a wall. bash to hit someone or something hard and violently |
| 14203 |
They had to bash the door down to get to the fire. bash bash something in down to cause serious injury or major damage by hitting someone or something |
| 14204 |
It was just another excuse for them to bash social workers. bash to publicly criticize someone |
| 14205 |
Oh dear, did you get a bash on the head? bash a hard hit, or a knock against someone or something |
| 14206 |
a New Year's Eve bash bash a party or celebration |
| 14207 |
I'd always wanted to have a bash at writing. bash have a bash at to try to do something |
| 14208 |
The church is a typical example of Gothic architecture. architecture a particular style or way of designing buildings |
| 14209 |
Andrea is studying architecture in Paris. architecture the study or practice of designing buildings |
| 14210 |
database architecture architecture the design and structure of a computer system or program and the way that it works in relation to other systems and programs |
| 14211 |
eyewitness expert testimony testimony a formal statement about something that you saw, know, or experienced, usually given in a court of law |
| 14212 |
I was asked to give testimony. testimony a formal statement about something that you saw, know, or experienced, usually given in a court of law |
| 14213 |
The latest trade figures are testimony to the failure of government policies. testimony testimony to of evidence that something exists or is true |
| 14214 |
Fans broke through the barriers and rushed onto the pitch. barrier a bar or gate that stops people or vehicles from entering a place |
| 14215 |
The river is the last barrier between the rebel army and the city. barrier something that separates one thing from another |
| 14216 |
These regulations would place barriers in the way of genetic research. barrier anything that prevents progress or makes it difficult for someone to achieve something |
| 14217 |
Disability need not be a barrier to a successful career. barrier barrier to anything that prevents progress or makes it difficult for someone to achieve something |
| 14218 |
High levels of debt are a major barrier to economic development. barrier anything that prevents progress or makes it difficult for someone to achieve something |
| 14219 |
Language differences did not appear to be a barrier. barrier something that prevents people from communicating, working together etc |
| 14220 |
cultural barriers barrier something that prevents people from communicating, working together etc |
| 14221 |
We're trying to break down barriers between young people from both communities. barrier break down barriers something that prevents people from communicating, working together etc |
| 14222 |
the day the stock market broke the 10,000 barrier barrier go through break a barrier a number, limit, or level that is considered important because it is difficult to go past |
| 14223 |
The figure for inflation could go through the 5 per cent barrier. barrier a number, limit, or level that is considered important because it is difficult to go past |
| 14224 |
He decided to travel against the advice of a medical practitioner. practitioner someone who works in a particular profession, especially medicine or law |
| 14225 |
practitioners of fine art practitioner someone who does a particular activity |
| 14226 |
one of golf's most experienced practitioners practitioner someone who does a particular activity |
| 14227 |
His heart attack made him realize that he is mortal. mortal human and not able to live for ever |
| 14228 |
a mortal wound blow injury mortal serious enough to cause death |
| 14229 |
mortal combat struggle mortal likely to end with someone's death |
| 14230 |
He lived in mortal fear that they would find out about his past. mortal used for emphasizing that a particular feeling is extremely strong |
| 14231 |
This could deal a mortal blow to his credibility. mortal strike deal a mortal blow (to something) to completely destroy something |
| 14232 |
She's a mere mortal like the rest of us. mortal an ordinary person who is not especially successful, intelligent, rich etc |
| 14233 |
the impatience with lesser mortals sometimes shown by academics mortal lesser mortals an ordinary person who is not especially successful, intelligent, rich etc |
| 14234 |
an outstanding example of Indian art outstanding extremely good or impressive |
| 14235 |
a visit to an area of outstanding natural beauty outstanding outstanding natural beauty extremely good or impressive |
| 14236 |
Some tasks are still outstanding. outstanding a job or action that is outstanding has not yet been completed or dealt with |
| 14237 |
Talks will resume next month to discuss the outstanding issues. outstanding a job or action that is outstanding has not yet been completed or dealt with |
| 14238 |
All your outstanding debts must be settled now. outstanding outstanding debt an amount of money that is outstanding has not yet been paid |
| 14239 |
His enthusiasm for music has stayed strong throughout his 23 years in radio. enthusiasm enthusiasm for the feeling of being very interested in something or excited by it |
| 14240 |
The defeat did not dampen the enthusiasm of the home team. enthusiasm dampen someone's enthusiasm (=reduce it) the feeling of being very interested in something or excited by it |
| 14241 |
The course is designed to be practical rather than theoretical. theoretical based on theories or ideas instead of on practical experience |
| 14242 |
the theoretical framework of the research theoretical relating to theories or ideas |
| 14243 |
Britain's control of the territory remained largely theoretical. theoretical based on ideas, and not real or important |
| 14244 |
Implementation of these proposals could have disastrous financial consequences. implementation the process of implementing something |
| 14245 |
The full implementation of the system will take some time. implementation the process of implementing something |
| 14246 |
Everyone was very worried when John didn't show up. worried unhappy because you are thinking about your problems or about bad things that could happen |
| 14247 |
Harris is worried that the guns may be used against the police. worried worried that unhappy because you are thinking about your problems or about bad things that could happen |
| 14248 |
We are very worried about our future. worried worried about unhappy because you are thinking about your problems or about bad things that could happen |
| 14249 |
We got really worried when she didn't come home for dinner. worried get worried unhappy because you are thinking about your problems or about bad things that could happen |
| 14250 |
a worried look glance frown worried used about the expression on people's faces |
| 14251 |
Your father and I are worried sick about you. worried worried sick extremely worried |
| 14252 |
Jenny looked worriedly at her father. worried |
| 14253 |
a football cricket rugby pitch pitch a flat area of ground for playing particular sports on. The American word is field |
| 14254 |
a synthetic artificial all-weather pitch pitch a flat area of ground for playing particular sports on. The American word is field |
| 14255 |
Hundreds of fans invaded the pitch at the end of the game. pitch a flat area of ground for playing particular sports on. The American word is field |
| 14256 |
The fighting between the supporters of the two groups reached a new pitch. pitch the level or degree of activity or of someone's emotions |
| 14257 |
Expertise in these techniques was already at a high pitch. pitch high pitch a level of development |
| 14258 |
Many actors have been trained to lower the pitch of their voice. pitch pitch of the high or low quality of a sound |
| 14259 |
People are very wary of the obvious sales pitch. pitch sales pitch the things that you say to persuade someone to buy something or to support you |
| 14260 |
She only had ten minutes to make her pitch for the contract. pitch make a pitch (for something) the things that you say to persuade someone to buy something or to support you |
| 14261 |
The new stallholder had a good pitch on a street corner. pitch a place where someone stands to sell something or to entertain people in the street |
| 14262 |
The roof had a steep pitch. pitch the slope of something such as a roof |
| 14263 |
He pitched the level just right. pitch to say, write, or create something so that it will be suitable for people of a particular age, level of ability etc |
| 14264 |
Her book is pitched at a teenage audience. pitch pitch something at towards for someone to say, write, or create something so that it will be suitable for people of a particular age, level of ability etc |
| 14265 |
a task pitched at the weaker members of the group pitch to say, write, or create something so that it will be suitable for people of a particular age, level of ability etc |
| 14266 |
These new homes will be pitched at the upper end of the market. pitch pitch something at towards to design something so that you can sell it to a particular group of people |
| 14267 |
Her voice was pitched confidentially low. pitch pitch something high low to make a sound at a particular level |
| 14268 |
He picked up a stone and pitched it. pitch to throw something using a lot of force |
| 14269 |
Jan pitched her books over the fence and climbed over after them. pitch pitch something into over across etc something to throw something using a lot of force |
| 14270 |
He tripped and pitched head first into the water. pitch pitch into down forward etc to fall suddenly in a particular direction |
| 14271 |
The horse reared and pitched its rider to the ground. pitch pitch someone down into forward etc if an animal or moving object pitches someone somewhere, it throws them there suddenly |
| 14272 |
He had tried to pitch the series to all the major television networks. pitch pitch something to someone to try to sell something by saying how good it is |
| 14273 |
Our company is pitching for the support contract. pitch pitch for to try to persuade someone to give you work, a business deal etc |
| 14274 |
They pitched camp by the river. pitch pitch a tent to make a tent ready to use |
| 14275 |
Undergraduate training is divided between study and clinical practice. clinical clinical practice involving working with people who are ill, rather than in a laboratory |
| 14276 |
They may be unaware that they have any clinical symptoms. clinical clinical signs symptoms relating to an illness |
| 14277 |
He told us the story in a cold and clinical manner. clinical not showing any excitement or emotion |
| 14278 |
They played some excellent football and their passing was clinical. clinical very skilful and effective |
| 14279 |
He was eventually diagnosed as clinically depressed. clinical |
| 14280 |
They live down a little country lane. lane a narrow road, especially in the countryside |
| 14281 |
Petticoat Lane lane used in the names of roads |
| 14282 |
I was stuck behind a caravan in the slow lane. lane fast slow middle lane one of the parts that a wide road or motorway is divided into, marked by painted lines and intended for one line of traffic |
| 14283 |
The outside lane is closed following an accident. lane inside outside lane (=nearest to furthest from the edge of the road) one of the parts that a wide road or motorway is divided into, marked by painted lines and intended for one line of traffic |
| 14284 |
Are taxis allowed to drive in the bus lane? lane bus cycle lane one of the parts that a wide road or motorway is divided into, marked by painted lines and intended for one line of traffic |
| 14285 |
the tip of your nose finger tip tip of a narrow or pointed end, especially of something long or thin |
| 14286 |
the southern tip of the island tip a narrow or pointed end, especially of something long or thin |
| 14287 |
There was a rubber tip on the end of her stick. tip a piece that has been fixed to the narrow or pointed end of something |
| 14288 |
Shall we leave a tip for the waiter? tip leave give a tip a small amount of money that you give to someone in addition to what you owe for a service |
| 14289 |
When I first started driving a taxi I didn't get very good tips. tip get a tip a small amount of money that you give to someone in addition to what you owe for a service |
| 14290 |
The booklet gives some good tips on getting the most out of your software. tip tip on a useful suggestion |
| 14291 |
I've got a good tip on a horse in the Derby. tip tip on a piece of special or secret information |
| 14292 |
The police were given a tip on where they might find the killer. tip give someone a tip a piece of special or secret information |
| 14293 |
Occasionally my stockbroker comes up with a hot tip for me. tip a hot tip (=a very good one) a piece of special or secret information |
| 14294 |
Sorry, the flat's a real tip at the moment. tip a dirty or untidy place |
| 14295 |
The recent riots are just the tip of the iceberg. tip (just) the tip of the iceberg a problem or difficult situation that shows that a much more serious problem exists |
| 14296 |
Wait – it's on the tip of my tongue – her name is Fiona. tip on the tip of your tongue if a word, name etc is on the tip of your tongue, you know it but cannot remember it at the time you are speaking |
| 14297 |
The cart came round the corner too fast and tipped onto its side. tip to fall, or to make something fall |
| 14298 |
He tipped the table on top of them and ran out of the restaurant. tip to fall, or to make something fall |
| 14299 |
He tipped the juice into our glasses. tip tip something into onto etc something to pour something from one place or container into another |
| 14300 |
She tipped the sand out of her bucket. tip to pour something from one place or container into another |
| 14301 |
The dog tipped her head to one side. tip to put something into a position that is at an angle rather than upright |
| 14302 |
He tipped his chair back and looked at me. tip to put something into a position that is at an angle rather than upright |
| 14303 |
Don't forget to tip the driver. tip to give someone a small amount of money in addition to what you owe for a service |
| 14304 |
I usually tip 15%. tip to give someone a small amount of money in addition to what you owe for a service |
| 14305 |
He is tipped to take over from the current chairman. tip tip someone something to do something to say who you think will get a particular job or be successful at something |
| 14306 |
His bat just tipped the ball. tip to hit something very gently |
| 14307 |
The darts are tipped with a tranquillizer. tip be tipped with something to be covered with something at one end |
| 14308 |
Her youth and competitiveness tipped the balance in her favour. tip tip the balance scales to give someone or something enough of an advantage to influence a result or decision |
| 14309 |
Losing the business was what finally tipped him over the edge. tip tip someone over the edge brink to make someone feel so unhappy that they cannot deal with their life or a situation any longer |
| 14310 |
The defending champion tips the scales at 18 stone 6. tip tip the scales at 12 stone 200 pounds etc to weigh a particular amount |
| 14311 |
My father was the editor and publisher of a small town newspaper. publisher a person or company that manages the writing, production, and sale of books, magazines, newspapers, or software |
| 14312 |
a horrendous mistake horrendous extremely bad or shocking |
| 14313 |
They work horrendous hours. horrendous so much or so large that it shocks or upsets you |
| 14314 |
horrendous financial losses horrendous so much or so large that it shocks or upsets you |
| 14315 |
Property in this area is horrendously expensive. horrendous |
| 14316 |
You're facing a much more experienced opponent in tomorrow's match. opponent someone who is competing against you |
| 14317 |
His opponent received only 36 per cent of the vote. opponent someone who is competing against you |
| 14318 |
The president's former adviser is now one of his most outspoken opponents. opponent someone who is arguing or fighting with you |
| 14319 |
opponents of the legislation opponent opponent of someone who disagrees with something such as an idea or plan and tries to change or stop it |
| 14320 |
Unemployment places a heavy burden on the welfare state. burden a serious or difficult responsibility that you have to deal with |
| 14321 |
Men say they are willing to share the burden of domestic work. burden burden of a serious or difficult responsibility that you have to deal with |
| 14322 |
When an elderly relative falls ill, you should not have to shoulder the burden alone. burden shoulder carry the burden (=deal with it) a serious or difficult responsibility that you have to deal with |
| 14323 |
An attempt was made to shift the burden of care from hospitals to the local community. burden burden of responsibility care a serious or difficult responsibility that you have to deal with |
| 14324 |
These proposals would only increase the tax burden on business. burden the responsibility of paying an amount of money, especially when this is considered too much |
| 14325 |
a huge burden of debt burden burden of the responsibility of paying an amount of money, especially when this is considered too much |
| 14326 |
He will always carry a burden of guilt for what happened. burden a negative feeling that is difficult to deal with and that you cannot get rid of |
| 14327 |
In a criminal trial, the burden of proof lies with the prosecutor. burden the burden of proof the responsibility of proving that something is true in a court of law |
| 14328 |
He was increasingly burdened by ill health. burden to create a problem or serious responsibility for someone |
| 14329 |
I don't want to burden you with my troubles. burden burden someone with something to create a problem or serious responsibility for someone |
| 14330 |
Successive governments have failed to tackle the question of homelessness. tackle to make an organized and determined attempt to deal with a problem, often a social problem such as crime or unemployment |
| 14331 |
a new initiative to tackle the shortage of teachers tackle to make an organized and determined attempt to deal with a problem, often a social problem such as crime or unemployment |
| 14332 |
There were over 50 firefighters tackling the blaze. tackle to try to put out a large fire |
| 14333 |
The interviewer tackled him about his failed economic policies. tackle tackle someone about something to ask someone questions in a very direct way, because you disagree with them and you want them to explain their opinions or behaviour |
| 14334 |
They're too powerful for you to tackle on your own. tackle to oppose a person or organization |
| 14335 |
All his family are buried in the same cemetery. bury to put someone's dead body in the ground during a funeral ceremony |
| 14336 |
It's not long since she buried her mother (=since her mother died). bury used for saying that someone has died |
| 14337 |
There's supposed to be treasure buried around here. bury to put something in the ground and cover it with earth |
| 14338 |
My French homework is buried somewhere under this pile of books. bury to cover something with a layer or pile of things |
| 14339 |
Diane screamed as the dog buried its teeth in her arm. bury bury something in into something to push one thing into another very hard |
| 14340 |
The bullet had buried itself in the floorboards. bury something buries itself in into something to push one thing into another very hard |
| 14341 |
feelings of anger that had been buried for years bury to stop yourself from having a feeling or memory by not allowing yourself to think about it |
| 14342 |
It's time to bury the myth that money will make you happy. bury to show that a belief or idea is wrong |
| 14343 |
She buried her face in her hands with embarrassment. bury bury your face head in something to cover or hide your face with something, for example to avoid looking at someone |
| 14344 |
Her parents had been burying their heads in the sand about the problem. bury bury your head in the sand to ignore a problem or an unpleasant situation and hope that it will disappear |
| 14345 |
Some people bury themselves in their work when their relationships end. bury bury yourself in something to spend all your time doing and thinking about a particular activity |
| 14346 |
A horse had kicked her in the stomach. stomach the soft part at the front of your body between your chest and your legs |
| 14347 |
My stomach is getting fat. stomach the soft part at the front of your body between your chest and your legs |
| 14348 |
cancer of the stomach stomach the organ inside this part of your body where food goes when you have eaten it |
| 14349 |
a stomach ulcer stomach related to the stomach |
| 14350 |
a stomach upset stomach related to the stomach |
| 14351 |
stomach muscles stomach related to the stomach |
| 14352 |
The young conscripts had no stomach for a fight. stomach have the stomach for something to have enough determination to do something unpleasant or dangerous |
| 14353 |
You need to have a strong stomach to be an ambulance driver. stomach have a strong stomach to be able to do or eat unpleasant things without feeling ill |
| 14354 |
It's not good to drink alcohol on an empty stomach. stomach on an empty stomach if you do something on an empty stomach, you do it without eating anything before |
| 14355 |
My stomach lurched when I saw him walking towards me. stomach someone's stomach churns lurches tightens used for saying that someone suddenly has a strong feeling of fear, shock, or excitement |
| 14356 |
The smell turned my stomach. stomach turn someone's stomach to make someone feel ill |
| 14357 |
She couldn't stomach the sight of him. stomach if you cannot stomach something, you cannot bear to do it or deal with it |
| 14358 |
Losing to their rivals was difficult to stomach. stomach if you cannot stomach something, you cannot bear to do it or deal with it |
| 14359 |
14% of land is privately owned, which is a very small percentage. percentage an amount or rate that is equal to a particular part of a total that you have divided by 100 |
| 14360 |
Calculate what percentage of your income you spend on food. percentage percentage of an amount or rate that is equal to a particular part of a total that you have divided by 100 |
| 14361 |
A large percentage of the population will believe anything. percentage percentage of a part of a larger number or amount that is not calculated exactly: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 14362 |
There's no percentage for us in concealing the truth. percentage there is no percentage in (doing) something there is no advantage or benefit to be gained from something |
| 14363 |
My eldest daughter is a doctor. eldest oldest of the people in a group, especially the children in a family |
| 14364 |
Her eldest is getting married next month. eldest the oldest child in a family |
| 14365 |
The document outlines our company's recycling policy. outline to give the main ideas of a plan or a piece of writing without giving all the details |
| 14366 |
In his speech, the Prime Minister will outline his new proposals. outline to give the main ideas of a plan or a piece of writing without giving all the details |
| 14367 |
She had large eyes that were darkly outlined in black. outline to draw a line around the edge of something |
| 14368 |
The building was clearly outlined against the evening sky. outline be outlined against something to clearly show the outside edge of something |
| 14369 |
We hope this leaflet will provide a basic outline. outline an explanation that includes the general points about something, but not the details |
| 14370 |
a broad general rough outline outline an explanation that includes the general points about something, but not the details |
| 14371 |
The chairman gave them a brief outline of the museum's history. outline outline of an explanation that includes the general points about something, but not the details |
| 14372 |
Please hand in an outline for your next essay by Tuesday. outline a list that shows the main ideas and the structure of something that you are planning to write |
| 14373 |
Through the mist we could see the faint outline of the island. outline outline of a line that shows the outer edge or shape of something |
| 14374 |
She had an obvious talent for music. talent talent for a natural ability for being good at a particular activity |
| 14375 |
Billy shows a remarkable talent for upsetting his sister. talent a natural ability for being good at a particular activity |
| 14376 |
You have undoubted talent as a writer. talent talent as a natural ability for being good at a particular activity |
| 14377 |
'So you can cook too?' 'I'm a man of many talents.' talent a man woman of many talents a natural ability for being good at a particular activity |
| 14378 |
We're helping to organize the school talent show. talent talent show contest (=a competition in which singers, dancers etc show their ability) a natural ability for being good at a particular activity |
| 14379 |
The club boasts an impressive range of home-grown sporting talent. talent a person or people with a natural ability for being good at a particular activity |
| 14380 |
He's an exciting new talent on the classical music scene. talent a person or people with a natural ability for being good at a particular activity |
| 14381 |
There's a wealth of young acting talent in British theatre. talent a wealth of talent a person or people with a natural ability for being good at a particular activity |
| 14382 |
I don't think much of the local talent, do you? talent people who are sexually attractive or are considered as possible sexual partners |
| 14383 |
Louisa banged the door shut and leaned against it, panting. pant to breathe very loudly with your mouth open, for example when you have been running or exercising |
| 14384 |
'I can't go any further,' he panted. pant to say something while you are panting |
| 14385 |
The local library will lend books for a month without charge. lend to give someone something for a short time, expecting that they will give it back to you later. If you lend someone something, they borrow it from you |
| 14386 |
She lent me her very expensive coat. lend lend someone something to give someone something for a short time, expecting that they will give it back to you later. If you lend someone something, they borrow it from you |
| 14387 |
Joe lent this car to us for the weekend. lend lend something to someone to give someone something for a short time, expecting that they will give it back to you later. If you lend someone something, they borrow it from you |
| 14388 |
Can you lend me 10? lend to give someone money that you expect them to pay back later |
| 14389 |
Banks are willing to lend large amounts of money to people starting up businesses. lend to give someone money that you expect them to pay back later |
| 14390 |
The secrecy lent an air of intrigue to their planning. lend lend something to something to give something a particular quality |
| 14391 |
The smile lent his face a certain boyish charm. lend lend something something to give something a particular quality |
| 14392 |
Aid agencies lend support to refugees by providing blankets and food. lend lend (your) support to give someone support or help |
| 14393 |
Then Max arrived to lend his assistance. lend lend (your) assistance to give someone support or help |
| 14394 |
Patricia is someone who is always ready to lend a helping hand (=help people). lend lend a (helping) hand to give someone support or help |
| 14395 |
Just lend a sympathetic ear while she tells you her problems. lend lend an ear (to) to listen to someone, especially someone who is upset |
| 14396 |
An in-house study has lent credence to the complaints of poor and impersonal service. lend lend credence plausibility weight to something to make an opinion or idea seem more correct |
| 14397 |
Watercolour lends itself well to reproduction. lend lend itself to something to be suitable for a particular purpose |
| 14398 |
There are around 100 charities to which Princess Diana lent her name. lend lend your name to something if someone, especially a famous person, lends their name to an organization or business, they publicly support it and allow their name to be connected with it |
| 14399 |
mining for gold and silver silver a light grey bright metal used for making jewellery, coins, silverware, etc |
| 14400 |
Mrs Gruber laid the table with the best silver. silver forks, knives, and spoons made from silver |
| 14401 |
They had some beautiful silver. silver attractive objects, dishes, etc made from silver that people collect |
| 14402 |
He had some loose silver in his pocket. silver silver coloured coins, or coins made of silver |
| 14403 |
There were glints of silver in his thick dark hair. silver a light grey colour |
| 14404 |
Thomas won the silver in the Olympics. silver a silver medal |
| 14405 |
a silver spoon teapot silver made of silver |
| 14406 |
a silver coin silver made of silver |
| 14407 |
Susan looked radiant that night in her white and silver dress. silver light grey in colour |
| 14408 |
We haven't had such fun for years. fun have fun enjoyment, especially from an activity that is not important or serious |
| 14409 |
We had great fun comparing our baby photographs. fun great good fun enjoyment, especially from an activity that is not important or serious |
| 14410 |
The kids had a lot of fun with that old tent. fun a lot of fun lots of fun enjoyment, especially from an activity that is not important or serious |
| 14411 |
It was just a bit of harmless fun. fun a bit of fun enjoyment, especially from an activity that is not important or serious |
| 14412 |
Spending money is fun! fun an enjoyable activity |
| 14413 |
That was fun, wasn't it? fun an enjoyable activity |
| 14414 |
Science can be fun. fun an enjoyable activity |
| 14415 |
Do come, it'll be good fun. fun be good great fun an enjoyable activity |
| 14416 |
You'll love Jamal – he's great fun. fun be good great fun someone who you enjoy spending time with, especially because you enjoy the same activities |
| 14417 |
She was full of life and full of fun. fun be full of fun to get a lot of enjoyment from the things that you do |
| 14418 |
It's no fun living on your own. fun be no fun to not be enjoyable |
| 14419 |
A second home overseas should be for fun, not seen as an investment. fun for fun because something is enjoyable or funny, not for any important or serious reason |
| 14420 |
Being an actor isn't all fun and games. fun enjoyable activities |
| 14421 |
The fun and games begin when we try to put the children to bed. fun used about a situation that you do not enjoy dealing with |
| 14422 |
You've had your fun – now go home! fun have your fun to do something that you enjoy or think is funny, especially something that annoys someone else |
| 14423 |
I did tease her, but only in fun. fun in fun said or done as a joke, and not intended to annoy anyone |
| 14424 |
The other children made fun of her because she was always so serious. fun make fun of to make jokes about someone or something in an unkind way |
| 14425 |
Kicking a football up and down a muddy pitch isn't my idea of fun. fun not my idea of fun used for saying that you do not enjoy an activity that someone else thinks is enjoyable |
| 14426 |
The weekend away sounds like fun. fun sound like fun to seem to be something that you would enjoy |
| 14427 |
Scuba diving is a fun thing to do. fun enjoyable |
| 14428 |
a fun day at a theme park fun enjoyable |
| 14429 |
This bill will be welcomed by democrats everywhere. democrat someone who supports democracy as a political system |
| 14430 |
The pilot was trapped in the wreckage for almost seven hours. wreckage the parts of a vehicle or building that remain after it has been severely damaged |
| 14431 |
Jordan had inherited a considerable personal fortune from his uncle. fortune a very large amount of money |
| 14432 |
He had made a fortune from mining. fortune make amass a fortune a very large amount of money |
| 14433 |
Henry Ford made his fortune with the Model T. fortune make your fortune (=become very rich) a very large amount of money |
| 14434 |
Flats in this area cost a fortune. fortune cost a fortune a lot of money |
| 14435 |
They must have spent a fortune on flowers alone. fortune spend pay a fortune a lot of money |
| 14436 |
the first step towards fame and fortune fortune money and success |
| 14437 |
young people who come to the city to seek their fortune fortune money and success |
| 14438 |
a career that illustrates the changing fortunes of the Labour Party fortune the things that happen to someone or something and the changing degree to which they are successful |
| 14439 |
The new board will work to restore the company's fortunes. fortune the things that happen to someone or something and the changing degree to which they are successful |
| 14440 |
It was his good fortune to take over the company at exactly the right time. fortune luck, especially good luck |
| 14441 |
I had the good fortune to know the manager of the company. fortune have the good fortune to do something luck, especially good luck |
| 14442 |
His friends were delighted with his change of fortune. fortune a change of fortune luck, especially good luck |
| 14443 |
We paid a small fortune for this holiday. fortune a small fortune a lot of money |
| 14444 |
The table can be folded flat for easy storage. storage the act of storing something |
| 14445 |
the storage of chemical weapons storage the act of storing something |
| 14446 |
The area underneath provides useful storage. storage space where things can be stored |
| 14447 |
storage space facilities storage used for storing things |
| 14448 |
a storage jar cupboard rack storage used for storing things |
| 14449 |
Most of our furniture is in storage. storage in storage being stored somewhere until needed |
| 14450 |
Germany's coal reserves were concentrated in a few large fields. reserve a supply of something that a country or an organization can use when they need to |
| 14451 |
The company has steadily drained its cash reserves. reserve a supply of something that a country or an organization can use when they need to |
| 14452 |
the national bank's foreign exchange reserves reserve a supply of something that a country or an organization can use when they need to |
| 14453 |
We all have reserves of strength that we don't realize we have. reserve a supply of something that someone has and can use when they need to |
| 14454 |
a reserve goalkeeper reserve a player who has not been chosen to play in a particular match but who is available to play if needed |
| 14455 |
There was a certain reserve in Josie's eyes, but in the end she agreed. reserve a feeling of doubt about whether something is good or right |
| 14456 |
They have accepted the report's recommendations without reserve. reserve without reserve a feeling of doubt about whether something is good or right |
| 14457 |
Keep a few pounds in reserve to cover unexpected costs. reserve hold keep something in reserve available to be used |
| 14458 |
Strain the fruit, reserving the juice. reserve to keep something so that you can use it when you need to |
| 14459 |
This section of the car park is reserved for visitors. reserve reserve something for someone something to keep something for a particular person, purpose, or situation |
| 14460 |
Saturdays are busy, so it's a good idea to reserve a table in advance. reserve to make an arrangement so that something such as a room in a hotel or a seat in a theatre is kept for you to use later |
| 14461 |
I'll reserve my judgment until I've looked at the details of the proposal. reserve not to make a decision or judgment until you have more information |
| 14462 |
We reserve the right to alter this timetable. reserve reserve the right to do something to keep the right to do something if you later think it is necessary |
| 14463 |
The normal interval between our meetings is six weeks. interval a period of time between two events |
| 14464 |
Payments are to be resumed after an interval of several months. interval a period of time between two events |
| 14465 |
Progress is reviewed at monthly intervals. interval at regular monthly 10-minute etc intervals a period of time between two events |
| 14466 |
How long is the interval? interval a short break between the parts of something such as a play or a concert |
| 14467 |
There are pillars at three-foot intervals for reinforcement. interval a space or distance between two things |
| 14468 |
It may be necessary to stop at intervals and go back over key points in the lesson. interval sometimes |
| 14469 |
The route was marked with yellow paint at intervals along the way. interval with spaces of a regular length |
| 14470 |
The strikes had now taken on an important political dimension. dimension a part of a situation, especially when it influences the way you think about the situation |
| 14471 |
Doing voluntary work has added a whole new dimension to my life. dimension a part of a situation, especially when it influences the way you think about the situation |
| 14472 |
The dimensions of this problem are immense. dimension the degree to which a situation is difficult or serious |
| 14473 |
A hologram represents an object in three dimensions. dimension length, height, or width |
| 14474 |
The carriage itself is oblong, the dimensions being about 13ft by 7ft. dimension the size of something |
| 14475 |
Most young people are decent and honest. honest a person who is honest does not tell lies or cheat people, and obeys the law |
| 14476 |
an honest man honest a person who is honest does not tell lies or cheat people, and obeys the law |
| 14477 |
I haven't been completely honest about my past experience. honest honest about a person who is honest does not tell lies or cheat people, and obeys the law |
| 14478 |
Thank you for being so honest with me. honest honest with a person who is honest does not tell lies or cheat people, and obeys the law |
| 14479 |
I want you to give me an honest answer. honest used about the things that someone says and does |
| 14480 |
An honest appraisal of his ability can only help him. honest used about the things that someone says and does |
| 14481 |
I gave her the wrong amount of money, but it was an honest mistake. honest an honest mistake (=not intentional) used about the things that someone says and does |
| 14482 |
When is the last time Charlie did any honest work? honest honest work is a job that you work fairly hard at |
| 14483 |
I'm just trying to earn an honest living (=earn money by working hard). honest an honest living honest work is a job that you work fairly hard at |
| 14484 |
I don't know anything about it, honest. honest honest (to God) used for trying to make someone believe that what you say is true |
| 14485 |
I wouldn't lie to you, honest to God I wouldn't. honest honest (to God) used for trying to make someone believe that what you say is true |
| 14486 |
To be honest, the meal was terrible. honest to be honest used when telling someone what you really think, especially when it may be something that they do not want to hear |
| 14487 |
To be quite honest, I'm just not interested. honest to be quite absolutely perfectly honest used when telling someone what you really think, especially when it may be something that they do not want to hear |
| 14488 |
This wine tastes awful. awful used for emphasizing how unpleasant someone or something is |
| 14489 |
These awful people behind us talked all through the film. awful used for emphasizing how unpleasant someone or something is |
| 14490 |
The smell was absolutely awful. awful used for emphasizing how unpleasant someone or something is |
| 14491 |
He had the awful feeling that everyone was laughing at him. awful used for emphasizing how unpleasant someone or something is |
| 14492 |
I'm awful at remembering names. awful very bad at doing something |
| 14493 |
He's an awful actor. awful very bad at doing something |
| 14494 |
They committed the most awful atrocities. awful very cruel or unkind |
| 14495 |
That's an awful thing to say. awful very cruel or unkind |
| 14496 |
I was worried that something awful had happened to him. awful very serious or severe |
| 14497 |
I made an awful fool of myself last night, didn't I? awful complete: used for emphasizing a particular quality |
| 14498 |
It's an awful shame to waste all this good food. awful complete: used for emphasizing a particular quality |
| 14499 |
I feel awful about not inviting her. awful to feel guilty or sad |
| 14500 |
She said she had a sore throat and was feeling awful. awful to feel ill or unhappy |
| 14501 |
What's wrong? You look awful. awful to look ill, sad, or worried |
| 14502 |
I don't like these curtains. They look awful. awful to look ugly or not attractive |
| 14503 |
She's awful cute. awful used for emphasizing what you are saying |
| 14504 |
The firm manufactures women's clothing. manufacture to make goods in large quantities in a factory |
| 14505 |
Diabetics don't manufacture enough insulin. manufacture to produce a natural substance in your body |
| 14506 |
He manufactured an alibi about his car breaking down. manufacture to make up a story that is not true |
| 14507 |
The company is engaged in the manufacture of computer hardware. manufacture manufacture of the process of making goods in large quantities in a factory |
| 14508 |
There seems to be some confusion about who actually won. confusion confusion about over a feeling that you do not understand something or cannot decide what to do |
| 14509 |
There was some confusion as to his real identity. confusion confusion as to a feeling that you do not understand something or cannot decide what to do |
| 14510 |
These changes have just caused more confusion among teachers. confusion cause create lead to confusion a feeling that you do not understand something or cannot decide what to do |
| 14511 |
She stared at him in confusion. confusion in confusion a feeling that you do not understand something or cannot decide what to do |
| 14512 |
Inside the building was a scene of total confusion. confusion a situation in which things are untidy, badly organized, or not clear |
| 14513 |
In all the confusion, we lost sight of each other. confusion in (all) the confusion a situation in which things are untidy, badly organized, or not clear |
| 14514 |
Confusion reigned as officials finally tried to sort out who had won the race. confusion confusion reigns a situation in which things are untidy, badly organized, or not clear |
| 14515 |
Could there have been a confusion of identities? confusion a situation in which you mistake one person or thing for another |
| 14516 |
The wires are colour-coded to avoid confusion. confusion avoid confusion a situation in which you mistake one person or thing for another |
| 14517 |
His cheeks turned pink with embarrassment. pink between red and white in colour. If something is similar to this colour, you can say that it is a pinkish or pinky colour |
| 14518 |
She was wearing a bright pink dress. pink between red and white in colour. If something is similar to this colour, you can say that it is a pinkish or pinky colour |
| 14519 |
pinkish-grey stone pink between red and white in colour. If something is similar to this colour, you can say that it is a pinkish or pinky colour |
| 14520 |
Businesses are targeting the pink market. pink relating to people who are gay |
| 14521 |
The list of their achievements is pretty impressive. impressive if something is impressive, you admire it, for example because it is very good, large, or shows great skill |
| 14522 |
an impressive performance impressive if something is impressive, you admire it, for example because it is very good, large, or shows great skill |
| 14523 |
Freeman is impressive in the title role, playing a disillusioned cop. impressive if something is impressive, you admire it, for example because it is very good, large, or shows great skill |
| 14524 |
I get a lot of satisfaction from working in the garden. satisfaction satisfaction from the feeling of pleasure that you get when you achieve or obtain something that you want |
| 14525 |
He expressed satisfaction with the results. satisfaction satisfaction with the feeling of pleasure that you get when you achieve or obtain something that you want |
| 14526 |
At least we had the satisfaction of knowing we had done our best. satisfaction have get the satisfaction of doing something the feeling of pleasure that you get when you achieve or obtain something that you want |
| 14527 |
'Joan is getting married,' she announced with satisfaction. satisfaction with satisfaction the feeling of pleasure that you get when you achieve or obtain something that you want |
| 14528 |
Friendly service and low prices all contribute to customer satisfaction. satisfaction customer voter employee etc satisfaction the feeling of pleasure that you get when you achieve or obtain something that you want |
| 14529 |
Being a parent is one of the great satisfactions in life. satisfaction something that gives you this feeling of pleasure |
| 14530 |
Our main priority is the satisfaction of people's immediate health needs. satisfaction satisfaction of the action of providing something that someone wants or needs |
| 14531 |
We got no satisfaction from customer services, so we wrote to head office. satisfaction a satisfactory reply to a complaint, or a satisfactory solution to a problem |
| 14532 |
The problem is unlikely to be resolved to everyone's satisfaction. satisfaction in the way that a particular person likes or wants |
| 14533 |
To my great satisfaction, I was proved right. satisfaction used for saying that someone is happy and pleased |
| 14534 |
I hope everything is to your satisfaction. satisfaction used for saying that someone is happy and pleased |
| 14535 |
He has proven to my satisfaction that his motives are sincere. satisfaction to persuade someone that something is true |
| 14536 |
Trim off all visible fat before cooking. visible able to be seen |
| 14537 |
The house is visible from the road. visible visible from able to be seen |
| 14538 |
The towering cliffs of Gibraltar were clearly visible. visible clearly visible able to be seen |
| 14539 |
There has been a visible improvement in your work. visible clear, obvious, or noticeable |
| 14540 |
A more visible police presence is essential. visible clear, obvious, or noticeable |
| 14541 |
visible signs that the region's economy is getting stronger visible a visible sign clear, obvious, or noticeable |
| 14542 |
Paula was a highly visible character. visible someone who is visible is easy to notice |
| 14543 |
At night, the planet is clearly visible to the naked eye. visible visible to the naked eye able to be seen without using special instruments, despite being very small or far away |
| 14544 |
New Zealand has banned vessels carrying nuclear weapons. vessel a large boat or ship |
| 14545 |
a fishing navy vessel vessel a large boat or ship |
| 14546 |
blood vessels vessel a tube in people, animals, or plants through which liquid flows |
| 14547 |
From high above I saw the gentle curve of the bay. curve a shape or line with a gradual smooth bend |
| 14548 |
As he rounded the curve he saw her standing by the gate. curve a bend in a road or river |
| 14549 |
Jane's swimsuit emphasized her curves. curve used about a woman's breasts or hips |
| 14550 |
The track curved round the mountain. curve to form a curve, or to make something form a curve |
| 14551 |
He curved his mouth into a weary smile. curve to form a curve, or to make something form a curve |
| 14552 |
Simons curved the ball around the goalkeeper and into the net. curve to move in a curve, or to make something move in a curve |
| 14553 |
a set of pots and pans pot a deep round metal container used for cooking food in on a cooker |
| 14554 |
We drank three pots of tea in an afternoon. pot the amount of liquid or food that a pot contains |
| 14555 |
The house has been going to pot for years. pot go to pot if something goes to pot, it loses all of its good qualities because no one takes care of it |
| 14556 |
Her parents had pots of cash. pot pots of something a lot of something, especially money |
| 14557 |
He wasted little time in finding a replacement for me. replacement replacement for someone or something that takes the place or does the job of another |
| 14558 |
The computers are out-of-date and require replacement. replacement the process of replacing one person or thing with another |
| 14559 |
replacement hormones replacement used for replacing something |
| 14560 |
a replacement valve replacement used for replacing something |
| 14561 |
We need to get an accurate estimate of what the new building will cost. accurate correct or true in every detail |
| 14562 |
Would it be more accurate to say that the plan failed? accurate correct or true in every detail |
| 14563 |
an accurate clock accurate able to do something in an exact way, without making a mistake |
| 14564 |
He's very accurate in his calculations. accurate able to do something in an exact way, without making a mistake |
| 14565 |
a stop watch accurate to 0.01 of a second (=never wrong by more than 0.01 of a second) accurate accurate to able to do something in an exact way, without making a mistake |
| 14566 |
Have I described the situation accurately? accurate |
| 14567 |
On my present salary I can't get a mortgage. mortgage get obtain take out arrange a mortgage a legal agreement in which you borrow money from a bank in order to buy a house. You pay back your mortgage by making monthly payments |
| 14568 |
Do you have a mortgage on your house? mortgage mortgage on a legal agreement in which you borrow money from a bank in order to buy a house. You pay back your mortgage by making monthly payments |
| 14569 |
a 70,000 mortgage mortgage the amount of money that you borrow in a mortgage agreement |
| 14570 |
an annual salary of 25,000 salary a fixed amount of money that you earn each month or year from your job |
| 14571 |
What impressed me was their ability to deal with any problem. impress if someone or something impresses you, you admire them |
| 14572 |
Her carvings attracted many admirers but her paintings failed to impress. impress if someone or something impresses you, you admire them |
| 14573 |
Experience in voluntary work will often impress a potential employer. impress if someone or something impresses you, you admire them |
| 14574 |
Whatever procedure we follow, it must be constitutional. constitutional allowed by the constitution of a country or organization |
| 14575 |
constitutional reform constitutional relating to the constitution of a country or organization |
| 14576 |
Children in many developing countries lack basic medical care. developing a developing country is poor and does not have many industries |
| 14577 |
agriculture in the developing world developing the developing world (=poor countries) a developing country is poor and does not have many industries |
| 14578 |
We were unable to establish proof of her innocence. proof proof of information or evidence that shows that something is definitely true or definitely exists |
| 14579 |
Do you have any proof of identity (=a document such as a passport that proves who you are)? proof information or evidence that shows that something is definitely true or definitely exists |
| 14580 |
Do you have any proof that this is true? proof proof that information or evidence that shows that something is definitely true or definitely exists |
| 14581 |
She's living proof of the saying that life begins at fifty. proof living proof someone who is living proof of something is an example that proves it to be true |
| 14582 |
She regarded the ring as proof positive of his love. proof proof positive something that makes you certain that something is true or exists |
| 14583 |
a proofed cotton raincoat proof to protect something from being affected or damaged by something else |
| 14584 |
recession-proof shares #NAME? used with some nouns for describing something that will provide protection against the damaging effects of something else |
| 14585 |
Mr Brown has earned the respect of farmers everywhere. Furthermore, they know they can trust him. furthermore used before a statement that is connected to what you have just said and adds something to it |
| 14586 |
Place the fruit in a large shallow dish. dish an open container like a plate, but not as deep as a bowl, used for serving or cooking food |
| 14587 |
an ovenproof dish dish an open container like a plate, but not as deep as a bowl, used for serving or cooking food |
| 14588 |
a pie dish dish an open container like a plate, but not as deep as a bowl, used for serving or cooking food |
| 14589 |
Dishes of dried fruit and nuts were placed on the counter. dish dish of the food contained in a dish |
| 14590 |
a soap dish dish a container shaped like a dish |
| 14591 |
Do you have any vegetarian dishes? dish food prepared and cooked in a particular way |
| 14592 |
Her favourite dish is roast chicken. dish food prepared and cooked in a particular way |
| 14593 |
a variety of seafood dishes dish food prepared and cooked in a particular way |
| 14594 |
The dish of the day is salmon fishcakes. dish dish of the day (=a special dish that is offered on a particular day in a restaurant) food prepared and cooked in a particular way |
| 14595 |
Who's going to do the dishes? dish do wash the dishes the plates, pans etc that have to be washed after preparing and serving a meal |
| 14596 |
a satellite dish dish a round piece of equipment that sends or receives radio or television messages |
| 14597 |
It was considerably colder in the mountains. considerably a lot |
| 14598 |
Twenty-five dollars was considerably more than he expected to pay. considerably a lot |
| 14599 |
The courses vary considerably in length, level, and objectives. considerably a lot |
| 14600 |
Her eyes scanned the distant hills. distant far away from the place where you are |
| 14601 |
I could faintly hear the distant rumble of traffic. distant far away from the place where you are |
| 14602 |
The castle was four miles distant. distant far away from the place where you are |
| 14603 |
The elections are still five weeks distant. distant far away in time |
| 14604 |
One day, in the distant future, I might go and live abroad. distant in the distant past future (=a long time ago a long time in the future) far away in time |
| 14605 |
I expect to return in the not too distant future. distant in the not too distant future (=fairly soon) far away in time |
| 14606 |
That lovely summer in Majorca already felt like a distant memory. distant a distant memory (=something you cannot remember very well because it happened a long time ago) far away in time |
| 14607 |
Violet was cold and distant. distant someone who is distant seems unfriendly or does not show their feelings |
| 14608 |
He nodded slowly, a distant look in his eyes. distant showing that you are thinking about something else |
| 14609 |
a distant relative cousin distant related, but not in a close way |
| 14610 |
the upper and lower lips lower below another thing of the same kind |
| 14611 |
the lower floors of the building lower fairly near the bottom of something |
| 14612 |
the lower ranks of the army lower fairly low in status or importance |
| 14613 |
She watched as the coffin was lowered into the ground. lower to move something or someone slowly down from a higher position |
| 14614 |
The statue was gently lowered back into place. lower to move something or someone slowly down from a higher position |
| 14615 |
He lowered himself into the chair. lower to move something or someone slowly down from a higher position |
| 14616 |
Mark lowered his head in embarrassment. lower lower your eyes head to look downwards |
| 14617 |
The voting age was lowered from 21 to 18 years. lower to reduce something in number, amount, value, or strength |
| 14618 |
Less fat in your diet lowers the risk of heart disease. lower to reduce something in number, amount, value, or strength |
| 14619 |
Joe lowered his voice, as if they might be overheard. lower lower your voice to reduce something in number, amount, value, or strength |
| 14620 |
I wouldn't lower myself to speak to that woman. lower lower yourself to do something that will make you lose the respect of other people |
| 14621 |
His favourite pastimes were hunting and golf. favourite your favourite person or thing of a particular kind is the one that you like the best |
| 14622 |
What's your favourite food? favourite your favourite person or thing of a particular kind is the one that you like the best |
| 14623 |
Stephen King is one of my favourite writers. favourite your favourite person or thing of a particular kind is the one that you like the best |
| 14624 |
Once More is my least favourite song ever. favourite least most favourite your favourite person or thing of a particular kind is the one that you like the best |
| 14625 |
The bacon sandwich is still a national favourite. favourite the person or thing that you like the best |
| 14626 |
My teddy bears were always my favourites. favourite the person or thing that you like the best |
| 14627 |
Wuthering Heights is an old favourite with the Japanese. favourite old favourite the person or thing that you like the best |
| 14628 |
Colin's always been mum's favourite. favourite someone who is treated better than others because a teacher, parent etc prefers them |
| 14629 |
His horse started favourite for the 1988 Gold Cup. favourite the person or animal that is expected to win a race or competition |
| 14630 |
Chelsea are 6–4 favourites to win the Premiership. favourite favourite to do something the person or animal that is expected to win a race or competition |
| 14631 |
a fixed price fixed something such as an amount, date, or time that is fixed has been agreed on and will not change |
| 14632 |
The contract is for a fixed period of three years. fixed something such as an amount, date, or time that is fixed has been agreed on and will not change |
| 14633 |
The interest rate on the loan is fixed. fixed something such as an amount, date, or time that is fixed has been agreed on and will not change |
| 14634 |
a fixed smile fixed a fixed expression on someone's face does not change or look natural |
| 14635 |
My mother has fixed ideas about how to bring up children. fixed a fixed idea or opinion does not change although it may be wrong |
| 14636 |
Make sure bookcases are securely fixed to the wall in case of earthquake. fixed something that is fixed is fastened in one position so that it does not move |
| 14637 |
These fixed curtains cannot be fully opened. fixed something that is fixed is fastened in one position so that it does not move |
| 14638 |
How are you fixed for time on Monday? fixed how someone is fixed for something used for talking about whether someone has enough of something or has the thing they need |
| 14639 |
They got a bashing from the press. bashing severe public criticism |
| 14640 |
another round of teacher-bashing bashing severe public criticism |
| 14641 |
John never had much luck with girls. luck success that you have by chance and not because of anything that you do |
| 14642 |
We'd all like to wish you luck in your new job. luck wish someone luck (in with something) success that you have by chance and not because of anything that you do |
| 14643 |
There was an element of luck in the last goal. luck an influence that seems to make things, especially good things, happen to people for no particular reason |
| 14644 |
He's had nothing but bad luck since moving to New York. luck good bad luck an influence that seems to make things, especially good things, happen to people for no particular reason |
| 14645 |
It was sheer luck that we found the house. luck sheer pure luck an influence that seems to make things, especially good things, happen to people for no particular reason |
| 14646 |
It's a custom that is believed to bring good luck. luck bring luck an influence that seems to make things, especially good things, happen to people for no particular reason |
| 14647 |
Many people believe it's bad luck to walk under a ladder. luck it's bad luck (=it brings you bad luck) an influence that seems to make things, especially good things, happen to people for no particular reason |
| 14648 |
Their luck is bound to run out sometime. luck your luck runs out (=you are not lucky any more) an influence that seems to make things, especially good things, happen to people for no particular reason |
| 14649 |
Perhaps your luck will change and you'll meet someone really nice. luck your luck changes (=you suddenly become lucky or not lucky) an influence that seems to make things, especially good things, happen to people for no particular reason |
| 14650 |
My luck held and I found a petrol station just in time. luck your luck holds lasts (=you continue to be lucky) an influence that seems to make things, especially good things, happen to people for no particular reason |
| 14651 |
'Any luck?' 'No, the shop was closed.' luck any luck? used for asking someone if they were able to get or do something |
| 14652 |
As luck would have it, there was one seat left. luck as luck would have it used for saying that you were or were not lucky in some way |
| 14653 |
'I think I've damaged my back.' 'Oh bad luck!' luck used for saying you are sorry that something bad has happened to someone |
| 14654 |
I can't do anything about it, so tough luck. luck used for saying that you have no sympathy for someone's difficulty |
| 14655 |
I always wear this necklace for luck. luck do something for luck to do something that you think could make you lucky |
| 14656 |
It turned out he was down on his luck, so I suggested he come and work for us. luck down on your luck having a long period of difficulty finding work and earning money |
| 14657 |
Good luck in your driving test! luck good luck used for telling someone that you wish them success |
| 14658 |
If he wants to ask for a pay rise, good luck to him! luck good luck to someone used for saying that you do not care what someone does and doubt whether they will be successful |
| 14659 |
You're in luck. We've got one pair left in your size. luck in luck able to get or do something that you wanted that did not seem likely |
| 14660 |
Just my luck, they'd sold out by the time I got there. luck just my luck used for saying that something bad happened because you are not a lucky person |
| 14661 |
She couldn't believe her luck at meeting him. luck not believe your luck to feel that something extremely lucky has happened to you |
| 14662 |
William was a gambler, ready to try his luck at anything. luck try chance your luck (at something) to try something that may not be successful |
| 14663 |
With any luck, this time next year I'll be living in France. luck with any luck used for saying that you hope a particular thing happens |
| 14664 |
Lara was able to tell me everything that had happened in precise detail. precise exact and accurate |
| 14665 |
There is no precise definition of a storm. precise exact and accurate |
| 14666 |
Can you be a bit more precise? precise exact and accurate |
| 14667 |
The precise date and place of his birth are unknown. precise exact and accurate |
| 14668 |
At that precise moment, someone came round the corner. precise used for emphasizing that something is definite or clearly true |
| 14669 |
The result of the reforms was the precise opposite of the emperor's intention. precise used for emphasizing that something is definite or clearly true |
| 14670 |
It's her 70th birthday soon, in March to be precise. precise to be precise used for saying that the information you are giving about something is more exact than what you have said before |
| 14671 |
He has overcome his difficulties with courage and determination. determination the refusal to let anything prevent you from doing what you have decided to do |
| 14672 |
The president underlined his determination to pursue the rebels. determination determination to do something the refusal to let anything prevent you from doing what you have decided to do |
| 14673 |
We don't know exactly what role this gene plays in sex determination. determination the process of controlling what something will be |
| 14674 |
the effect of political considerations in the determination of health policy determination determination of the process of officially deciding or settling something |
| 14675 |
methods for the determination of a word's frequency determination determination of the process of calculating something or discovering it by examining evidence |
| 14676 |
an Olympic champion Olympic relating to the Olympic Games |
| 14677 |
Stop biting your nails. bite to use your teeth to cut or break something, usually in order to eat it |
| 14678 |
Tom bit into his sandwich. bite bite into to use your teeth to cut or break something, usually in order to eat it |
| 14679 |
I'd been bitten by mosquitoes in the night. bite if a snake or insect bites you, it makes a small hole in your skin |
| 14680 |
Does your dog bite? bite if a snake or insect bites you, it makes a small hole in your skin |
| 14681 |
The fish don't seem to be biting today. bite if a fish bites, it eats the food that you have put on the hook in order to catch it |
| 14682 |
The economic slowdown is beginning to bite. bite to have an unpleasant effect |
| 14683 |
Joe was bitten by the acting bug as a five-year-old. bite be bitten by the ... bug to become very enthusiastic about something |
| 14684 |
We'll just have to bite the bullet and get on with it. bite bite the bullet to force yourself to do something difficult or unpleasant that you have been avoiding doing |
| 14685 |
All hope of them winning the championship eventually bit the dust. bite bite the dust to fail, die, or stop existing |
| 14686 |
There's no need to bite my head off. I was just asking a simple question. bite bite someone's head off to react angrily or rudely to someone when they think you have no reason for doing this |
| 14687 |
I almost told her what I thought of her, but I bit my tongue. bite bite your tongue lip to stop yourself from saying something that might upset or annoy someone |
| 14688 |
Just ask her. She won't bite, you know. bite someone won't bite used for telling someone not to be afraid of a particular person |
| 14689 |
Anthony devoured half his burger in one bite. bite an act of cutting or breaking something using your teeth in order to eat it |
| 14690 |
Donna paused in mid bite, and looked at him in surprise. bite an act of cutting or breaking something using your teeth in order to eat it |
| 14691 |
Here, have a bite of my sandwich if you're hungry. bite an amount of food that you bite with your teeth |
| 14692 |
Will we have time to grab a bite before the show? bite a small meal, especially one that you eat in a hurry |
| 14693 |
mozzarella bites bite a small piece of food prepared so that you can eat it in one bite |
| 14694 |
The dog gave him a nasty bite on the leg. bite an instance of an animal biting someone |
| 14695 |
I woke up covered in mosquito bites. bite a mark or injury where an animal or insect has bitten you |
| 14696 |
the bitter bite of the wind bite a very cold feeling |
| 14697 |
a soup with plenty of bite bite a pleasant bitter or strong taste |
| 14698 |
a crisp green salad with the added bite of radish bite a pleasant bitter or strong taste |
| 14699 |
His novel lacks any real bite. bite a powerful, effective, or exciting quality |
| 14700 |
The fuel-injection system gives extra bite to the 24-valve engine. bite a powerful, effective, or exciting quality |
| 14701 |
It's not often you get a second bite at the cherry. bite another bite at the cherry another chance to do something |
| 14702 |
Getting a new car has taken a big bite out of our savings. bite take a bite out of something to reduce something by a large amount |
| 14703 |
a consultation process period consultation discussion between people or groups before they make a decision |
| 14704 |
We can go ahead only after consultation with the management. consultation consultation with discussion between people or groups before they make a decision |
| 14705 |
Any decision to send in troops will be in consultation with Parliament. consultation in consultation with someone (=after discussion and agreement with someone) discussion between people or groups before they make a decision |
| 14706 |
The CEO has agreed to hold consultations with the staff over this matter. consultation consultation with a meeting in which people or groups have a discussion before decisions are made |
| 14707 |
She has a consultation with the psychologist at 3.00 pm today. consultation consultation with a meeting with an expert or a professional person to get advice or discuss a problem, especially a meeting with a doctor |
| 14708 |
Seven other specialists were available for consultation. consultation the process of getting advice from an expert or a professional person |
| 14709 |
a residential course nursing home worker residential involving living at the place where you are working, studying, or being looked after |
| 14710 |
Most of the men had been either killed or captured. capture to catch someone so that they become your prisoner |
| 14711 |
Police officers finally cornered and captured the dog. capture to catch an animal |
| 14712 |
Rebel forces captured the village. capture to get equipment or control of a place from your enemy during a war |
| 14713 |
They captured or destroyed over 400 tanks. capture to get equipment or control of a place from your enemy during a war |
| 14714 |
Japanese firms have now captured over 50% of the market. capture to get control of something from an opponent in business or politics |
| 14715 |
Conservatives had hoped to capture a larger share of the vote. capture to get control of something from an opponent in business or politics |
| 14716 |
The film succeeds in capturing the mood of the 1960s. capture to express what someone or something is really like in a way that people can clearly recognize |
| 14717 |
The artist has captured her perfectly. capture to express what someone or something is really like in a way that people can clearly recognize |
| 14718 |
The whole incident was captured by a young American photographer. capture to record an event in a film or photograph |
| 14719 |
The idea was to capture on film how the countryside was changing. capture capture something on film camera video to record an event in a film or photograph |
| 14720 |
Revelations about his drink problem have been capturing the headlines this week. capture capture the headlines to be the main story in the news |
| 14721 |
Her story captured the interest of the world's media. capture capture someone's interest imagination attention to make someone interested in or excited about something |
| 14722 |
He tried to evade capture by leaving the country. capture avoid evade escape capture the act of catching someone so that they become your prisoner |
| 14723 |
The campaign culminated in the capture of Rome. capture the act of getting control of something from your enemy during a war |
| 14724 |
the capture of a huge sector of the satellite TV market capture the act of getting control of something from an opponent in business or politics |
| 14725 |
a new system for data capture capture the process of putting information or pictures into a form that can be used by a computer |
| 14726 |
Her efforts were ultimately bound to fail. ultimately after a process or activity has ended |
| 14727 |
Technological advances could ultimately lead to even more job losses. ultimately after a process or activity has ended |
| 14728 |
What worries them, ultimately, is the cost of the scheme. ultimately used for emphasizing the main point that you are talking about |
| 14729 |
a cheque for 50 cheque cheque for a piece of printed paper that you can use instead of money to pay for things. The American word is check. |
| 14730 |
Can I pay by cheque? cheque by cheque a piece of printed paper that you can use instead of money to pay for things. The American word is check. |
| 14731 |
Dillon studied economics at Manchester University. economics the study of the way that goods and services are produced and sold and the way money is managed |
| 14732 |
an economics teacher student class economics relating to economics |
| 14733 |
The simple economics of the case are easy to explain. economics the conditions that affect the economic success or failure of a product, company, country etc |
| 14734 |
The new developments radically changed the economics of the newspaper industry. economics the conditions that affect the economic success or failure of a product, company, country etc |
| 14735 |
Only two of the planets could sustain life. sustain to provide the conditions in which something can happen or exist |
| 14736 |
Analysts believe present economic growth can be sustained without inflation. sustain to provide the conditions in which something can happen or exist |
| 14737 |
A cup of coffee isn't enough to sustain you until lunchtime. sustain to give someone strength, energy, or hope |
| 14738 |
Throughout the trial he was sustained by the support of his family. sustain to give someone strength, energy, or hope |
| 14739 |
One of the officers sustained minor injuries in the fire. sustain to experience loss, injury, damage etc |
| 14740 |
Both sides sustained heavy losses in the war. sustain to experience loss, injury, damage etc |
| 14741 |
Firstly, I didn't know the neighbourhood and, secondly, it was night. secondly used for introducing the second in a series of two or more things |
| 14742 |
a silly mistake silly showing that you are not intelligent, not serious, not thinking carefully etc |
| 14743 |
It sounds a bit silly to me. silly showing that you are not intelligent, not serious, not thinking carefully etc |
| 14744 |
You silly boy, you put your shirt on backwards. silly used for saying you think something or someone is not sensible or does not deserve any respect |
| 14745 |
I look pretty silly in this dress. silly used for saying you think something or someone is not sensible or does not deserve any respect |
| 14746 |
Don't get upset over silly things that people say. silly not serious, important, or practical |
| 14747 |
They made us sit on these silly little chairs. silly not serious, important, or practical |
| 14748 |
a silly game silly unsuitable and annoying, especially because it makes you seem stupid or like a child |
| 14749 |
a silly hat silly unsuitable and annoying, especially because it makes you seem stupid or like a child |
| 14750 |
Stop acting silly! silly unsuitable and annoying, especially because it makes you seem stupid or like a child |
| 14751 |
Morris laughed himself silly. silly in a state when you are not able to do anything sensible |
| 14752 |
She was scared silly. silly in a state when you are not able to do anything sensible |
| 14753 |
Listen, silly, we've got to leave now. silly used for telling someone, especially a child, that you think their behaviour is stupid or annoying |
| 14754 |
a cotton merchant merchant a person or business that buys and sells goods, especially one that trades with other countries |
| 14755 |
a wealthy merchant merchant an old word meaning 'someone who buys and sells goods' |
| 14756 |
a merchant ship fleet vessel merchant relating to or used in the business of buying and selling goods or their transport |
| 14757 |
a con merchant (=someone who tricks people) merchant someone who behaves in a particular way that you do not approve of |
| 14758 |
The course will be taught through a series of lectures and seminars. lecture a talk to a group of people about a particular subject, especially at a college or university |
| 14759 |
a lecture on Dickens lecture lecture on a talk to a group of people about a particular subject, especially at a college or university |
| 14760 |
Tomorrow she will be giving a lecture at London University. lecture give a lecture a talk to a group of people about a particular subject, especially at a college or university |
| 14761 |
I don't need any lectures from you about being late! lecture a long serious talk that criticizes you or warns you about something, especially when this is annoying |
| 14762 |
She lectures on Greek Literature at the Sorbonne. lecture lecture on to give a lecture or a series of lectures |
| 14763 |
My doctor's been lecturing me on the dangers of not getting enough exercise. lecture to talk to someone seriously in order to criticize them or warn them about something, especially when this is annoying |
| 14764 |
musical theory musical relating to music |
| 14765 |
an evening of musical entertainment musical consisting of music |
| 14766 |
They're a very musical family. musical good at playing or singing music or interested in music |
| 14767 |
a musical laugh musical pleasant to listen to because of sounding like music |
| 14768 |
the classic musical The Sound of Music musical a play or film in which there are a lot of songs |
| 14769 |
My busy schedule leaves little time for leisure. leisure activities that you do to relax or enjoy yourself |
| 14770 |
the leisure industry leisure relating to activities that you do to relax or enjoy yourself |
| 14771 |
home-based leisure pursuits such as watching television leisure leisure pursuits activities relating to activities that you do to relax or enjoy yourself |
| 14772 |
The hotel offers a wide range of leisure facilities. leisure leisure facilities opportunities relating to activities that you do to relax or enjoy yourself |
| 14773 |
a rare moment of leisure leisure the time when you are not working or are not busy |
| 14774 |
I'm looking forward to more leisure time in my retirement. leisure leisure time the time when you are not working or are not busy |
| 14775 |
I don't have the leisure to sit back and enjoy the scenery. leisure have the leisure to do something the time when you are not working or are not busy |
| 14776 |
After a stop for lunch you will be taken to the famous Keukenhof Flower Gardens where you can spend the afternoon at leisure. leisure free to do what you want |
| 14777 |
They'll need time to think about the situation at leisure. leisure slowly and for as long as you like |
| 14778 |
Read it at your leisure. leisure at your leisure when you have free time and it is convenient for you |
| 14779 |
a piece of cheese cheese a solid food made from milk |
| 14780 |
a shop selling a range of French cheeses cheese a solid food made from milk |
| 14781 |
goat's cheese cheese a solid food made from milk |
| 14782 |
a cheese omelette cheese a solid food made from milk |
| 14783 |
He telescopes the whole story into 15 minutes. telescope to make something shorter in length or time |
| 14784 |
Members are eligible for a 50% saving on room rates at all hotels that are participating in the scheme. participate to take part in something |
| 14785 |
The rebels have agreed to participate in the peace talks. participate participate in to take part in something |
| 14786 |
plain patterned floral fabric fabric cloth, especially when it is used for making things such as clothes or curtains |
| 14787 |
a wide range of furnishing fabrics fabric cloth, especially when it is used for making things such as clothes or curtains |
| 14788 |
Small shops help to maintain the fabric of neighbourhood life. fabric fabric of the basic structure of a society or organization |
| 14789 |
Drug abuse poses a major threat to the fabric of society. fabric the fabric of society the basic structure of a society or organization |
| 14790 |
The fabric of the building has deteriorated badly. fabric fabric of the roof and walls of a building |
| 14791 |
The two men were convicted of distributing anti-government leaflets. distribute to give something such as food, clothes, or money to a group of people, especially so that each person gets an equal share |
| 14792 |
We distributed beans and maize to the refugees. distribute distribute something to someone to give something such as food, clothes, or money to a group of people, especially so that each person gets an equal share |
| 14793 |
A committee decides how the money is distributed. distribute to share an available supply of something such as money among people or organizations |
| 14794 |
Most of Japan's manufacturers distribute their products through separate wholesale companies. distribute to supply goods from one central place to shops |
| 14795 |
Water beds distribute body pressure much more evenly than conventional beds. distribute to spread something over an area |
| 14796 |
She gazed into the eyes of her lover. lover someone who is in a loving or sexual relationship with another person |
| 14797 |
Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare's most famous young lovers lover young lovers someone who is in a loving or sexual relationship with another person |
| 14798 |
They were friends for years before they became lovers. lover become lovers someone who is in a loving or sexual relationship with another person |
| 14799 |
He's a great lover. lover used for talking about someone's sexual performance |
| 14800 |
a lover of fine art lover someone who likes or enjoys something very much |
| 14801 |
He is a favourite of music-lovers everywhere. lover someone who likes or enjoys something very much |
| 14802 |
I'm no great lover of the legal profession, but they are a necessary evil. lover no (great) lover of something (=not liking something very much) someone who likes or enjoys something very much |
| 14803 |
We spent our childhood in a small town in the mountains. childhood the time of your life when you are a child |
| 14804 |
happy childhood memories childhood connected with childhood |
| 14805 |
The water was wonderfully cool and refreshing. cool rather cold, often in a pleasant way |
| 14806 |
Store the wine in a cool dry place. cool rather cold, often in a pleasant way |
| 14807 |
Tomorrow it will be cloudy and cool everywhere. cool rather cold, often in a pleasant way |
| 14808 |
When the biscuits are cool, brush them with melted chocolate. cool food that is cool is no longer hot |
| 14809 |
He put on a cool cotton shirt and a pair of shorts. cool cool clothes prevent you from feeling too hot |
| 14810 |
The place was painted in a cool glossy white. cool cool colours, such as white and blue, give an idea of cold instead of heat |
| 14811 |
a cool and calm atmosphere cool calm and relaxed |
| 14812 |
her cool handling of the situation cool calm and relaxed |
| 14813 |
The presidential candidate got a cool reception. cool not friendly or enthusiastic |
| 14814 |
a cool ruthless manner cool not friendly or enthusiastic |
| 14815 |
one of Britain's coolest young designers cool impressive because of being fashionable or attractive |
| 14816 |
It's not considered cool to wear a helmet. cool impressive because of being fashionable or attractive |
| 14817 |
We had such a cool time at your party. cool used for emphasizing how good someone or something is |
| 14818 |
I met this really cool girl last night. cool used for emphasizing how good someone or something is |
| 14819 |
'We could go to see a film.' 'Cool.' cool used for agreeing to something or saying that something would be convenient |
| 14820 |
Any time after five would be cool. cool used for agreeing to something or saying that something would be convenient |
| 14821 |
He ended up with a cool 50,000. cool used with an amount of money for emphasizing how large it is |
| 14822 |
We sat and enjoyed the coolness of the shade. cool |
| 14823 |
There was a definite coolness between the two men. cool |
| 14824 |
Allow the cake to cool completely. cool to become cooler, or to make something cooler |
| 14825 |
We opened the windows to cool the room. cool to become cooler, or to make something cooler |
| 14826 |
Later, when tempers had cooled, they sat down and talked. cool if a feeling such as love or anger cools, it becomes less strong |
| 14827 |
Her enthusiasm quickly cooled. cool if a feeling such as love or anger cools, it becomes less strong |
| 14828 |
Cool it, and tell me what's wrong. cool cool it used for telling someone to become less angry or excited |
| 14829 |
We went for a walk in the cool of the evening. cool the pleasant cool temperature of a place or time of day |
| 14830 |
She was the embodiment of cool. cool the quality of being extremely fashionable |
| 14831 |
She kept her cool and won the argument. cool keep your cool to remain calm in a difficult situation |
| 14832 |
He completely lost his cool and started yelling. cool lose your cool to become angry or excited in a difficult situation |
| 14833 |
The book was banned from school libraries. ban ban something from something to say officially that people must not do, sell, or use something |
| 14834 |
They signed agreements banning the use of chemical weapons. ban to say officially that people must not do, sell, or use something |
| 14835 |
He was banned for three months for driving with no insurance. ban to say officially that someone is not allowed to do something |
| 14836 |
She was banned from competing for two years after failing a drugs test. ban ban someone from (doing) something to say officially that someone is not allowed to do something |
| 14837 |
the beef export ban ban an official statement ordering people not to do, sell, or use something |
| 14838 |
There is a total ban on smoking anywhere in the college. ban ban on an official statement ordering people not to do, sell, or use something |
| 14839 |
They agreed to impose an immediate ban on sales. ban impose a ban (=start it) an official statement ordering people not to do, sell, or use something |
| 14840 |
The ban is unlikely to be lifted this year. ban lift a ban (=end it) an official statement ordering people not to do, sell, or use something |
| 14841 |
He explained the supposed economic benefits of lower taxes. supposed believed or said by some people to be true, although you may not agree with this |
| 14842 |
the supposed threat from 'rogue nations' supposed believed or said by some people to be true, although you may not agree with this |
| 14843 |
The cat's caught another mouse. mouse a small furry animal with a long tail |
| 14844 |
Click on the left mouse button. mouse a small object that you move in order to do things on a computer screen. When you press on a part of the mouse, you click on it. You also click on things on the computer screen itself, using a mouse |
| 14845 |
This war will put a great strain on the economy. strain a strain on something pressure caused by a difficult situation |
| 14846 |
I can't take the strain of another move. strain the strain of something pressure caused by a difficult situation |
| 14847 |
Eleanor was feeling overworked and under strain. strain under strain mental pressure or worry |
| 14848 |
All that lifting is putting his back under severe strain. strain under strain physical effort or pressure |
| 14849 |
a thigh strain strain an injury caused by twisting or stretching a muscle too much |
| 14850 |
a strain of human flu virus strain strain of a particular type of animal, insect, or plant |
| 14851 |
There's a strain of meanness that runs in their family. strain strain of a particular aspect of someone's character or feelings |
| 14852 |
Have a break and let someone else take the strain for a while. strain to do the difficult work, or to deal with the pressure, so that someone else does not have to |
| 14853 |
I strained to hear what they were saying. strain strain to do something to try very hard to do something |
| 14854 |
tourists straining for a view of the tower strain strain for to try very hard to do something |
| 14855 |
I could keep up with him, without straining myself. strain strain yourself to try very hard to do something |
| 14856 |
Relations between the two nations have been strained since the war. strain to make a relationship uncomfortable and not friendly |
| 14857 |
I've strained a muscle in my shoulder. strain to injure yourself by twisting or stretching a muscle too much |
| 14858 |
Reading in poor light can strain your eyes. strain strain your back eyes to injure yourself by twisting or stretching a muscle too much |
| 14859 |
The elephants strained at their ropes. strain strain at to pull at something very hard |
| 14860 |
Tommy was straining against the straps of his car seat. strain strain against to push against something very hard |
| 14861 |
The Earth rotates 360 degrees every 24 hours. rotate to move in a circle around a fixed central point, or to move something in this way |
| 14862 |
We have been rotating the rescue teams on a 12-hour basis. rotate if people or things rotate, or if you rotate them, they replace one another in a fixed order |
| 14863 |
a web design specialist specialist someone whose training, education, or experience makes them an expert in a particular subject |
| 14864 |
specialist knowledge training specialist relating to learning or knowledge in a particular part of a subject or profession |
| 14865 |
Before going on a diet, it is advisable to consult your doctor. consult to ask for information or advice from someone who has special knowledge about a particular subject |
| 14866 |
Mr Bell said he had consulted his solicitor about the matter. consult consult someone about something to ask for information or advice from someone who has special knowledge about a particular subject |
| 14867 |
We will be consulting with representatives from several different industries. consult consult with someone to discuss something with someone, or to get their permission before you make a decision |
| 14868 |
Why wasn't I consulted about this? consult consult someone about something to discuss something with someone, or to get their permission before you make a decision |
| 14869 |
Consult the timetable to see when the last train leaves. consult to look in a book or at a map or list in order to find information |
| 14870 |
the minimum voting age minimum as small in amount or degree as necessary or possible |
| 14871 |
the minimum requirements for entry to college minimum as small in amount or degree as necessary or possible |
| 14872 |
They can produce high-quality results with a minimum of supervision. minimum minimum of the smallest amount or degree of something that is necessary or possible |
| 14873 |
The building work will take six months, as an absolute minimum. minimum absolute bare minimum the smallest amount or degree of something that is necessary or possible |
| 14874 |
We need to keep costs to a minimum. minimum keep something to a minimum the smallest amount or degree of something that is necessary or possible |
| 14875 |
Approximately 60,000 people filled the stadium. approximately used for showing that an amount, number, time etc is not exact |
| 14876 |
We have approximately 300 copies left. approximately used for showing that an amount, number, time etc is not exact |
| 14877 |
It was argued that he was a willing participant in the crime. participant someone who takes part in something |
| 14878 |
the participants in a televised debate participant participant in someone who takes part in something |
| 14879 |
monetary policy monetary relating to a country's money and to the systems that a country uses for controlling its money supply |
| 14880 |
the monetary authorities monetary relating to a country's money and to the systems that a country uses for controlling its money supply |
| 14881 |
The paintings are not of any great monetary value. monetary consisting of money, or able to be measured in money |
| 14882 |
Some of the questions he asked were very confusing. confusing if something is confusing, it is not easy to understand because it is complicated or not well organized or explained |
| 14883 |
She'd left a very confusing message on my answerphone. confusing if something is confusing, it is not easy to understand because it is complicated or not well organized or explained |
| 14884 |
Their names are confusingly similar. confusing |
| 14885 |
If you don't explain clearly, you'll just confuse the reader. confuse to make someone feel that they do not understand something |
| 14886 |
Customers are confused by the range of products on offer. confuse to make someone feel that they do not understand something |
| 14887 |
This latest piece of information only confuses the issue further. confuse to make something more complicated or difficult to understand |
| 14888 |
To confuse matters, each of the experts says something different. confuse to confuse things matters to make something more complicated or difficult to understand |
| 14889 |
It's easy to confuse them because they're so similar. confuse to think wrongly that a person or thing is someone or something else |
| 14890 |
It's easy to confuse success with happiness. confuse confuse someone something with someone something to think wrongly that a person or thing is someone or something else |
| 14891 |
She was starting to feel a bit confused. confused unable to understand something or think clearly about it |
| 14892 |
I'm still a little confused about what happened. confused confused about unable to understand something or think clearly about it |
| 14893 |
Polly stared at him, totally confused. confused totally utterly thoroughly hopelessly confused unable to understand something or think clearly about it |
| 14894 |
Their ideas were a bit confused. confused complicated and not well organized or explained |
| 14895 |
The situation is still fairly confused. confused complicated and not well organized or explained |
| 14896 |
Larry argue with the boss? He wouldn't dare. dare if you dare to do something, you are not afraid to do it, even though it may be dangerous or shocking or may cause trouble for you |
| 14897 |
I drove as fast as I dared. dare if you dare to do something, you are not afraid to do it, even though it may be dangerous or shocking or may cause trouble for you |
| 14898 |
Andrei Sakharov was one of the few people who dared to protest. dare dare to do something if you dare to do something, you are not afraid to do it, even though it may be dangerous or shocking or may cause trouble for you |
| 14899 |
Neither of the superpowers would have dared use nuclear weapons. dare dare do something if you dare to do something, you are not afraid to do it, even though it may be dangerous or shocking or may cause trouble for you |
| 14900 |
I daren't risk offending Audrey's parents. dare dare not do something if you dare to do something, you are not afraid to do it, even though it may be dangerous or shocking or may cause trouble for you |
| 14901 |
I hardly dare to go into the room without first getting permission. dare hardly dare if you dare to do something, you are not afraid to do it, even though it may be dangerous or shocking or may cause trouble for you |
| 14902 |
Go on, phone the police. I dare you. dare I dare you to try to persuade someone to prove that they are not afraid to do something that is dangerous or likely to cause trouble |
| 14903 |
The older boys dared Jennings to go up on the roof. dare dare someone to do something to try to persuade someone to prove that they are not afraid to do something that is dangerous or likely to cause trouble |
| 14904 |
I never dared dream that peace would come so soon. dare dare hope dream believe if you dare not hope, dream, or believe that something will happen or is true, you think it is very unlikely, but you would very much like it to happen |
| 14905 |
The work was finished much sooner than he'd ever dared hope. dare dare hope dream believe if you dare not hope, dream, or believe that something will happen or is true, you think it is very unlikely, but you would very much like it to happen |
| 14906 |
This famous novel is a little, dare I say it, dull. dare dare I say (it) used when you are saying something that you think other people may not like |
| 14907 |
'I'll tell Susan what you said about her.' 'Don't you dare!' dare don't you dare used for telling someone not to do something, when you are warning them that you will be very angry if they do it |
| 14908 |
Don't you dare come near me! dare don't you dare do something used for telling someone not to do something, when you are warning them that you will be very angry if they do it |
| 14909 |
We waited for her to jump, hardly daring to breathe. dare hardly dare (to) breathe to feel extremely nervous or worried about something that is happening or is going to happen |
| 14910 |
'Were you ever involved with this woman?' 'How dare you! I'm a respectable married man.' dare how dare you used for telling someone how shocked and angry you are about something that they have done or said |
| 14911 |
How dare you go into my room without asking me! dare how dare you do something used for telling someone how shocked and angry you are about something that they have done or said |
| 14912 |
I dare say you're feeling tired after your journey. dare I dare say used for saying that something is probably true, although you do not know for certain |
| 14913 |
Things have changed a good deal, I dare say. dare I dare say used for saying that something is probably true, although you do not know for certain |
| 14914 |
'Why don't you fight him?' 'Is that a dare?' dare an attempt to persuade someone to do something dangerous in order to prove that they are brave |
| 14915 |
When he was 14, he had stayed out all night for a dare. dare for a dare an attempt to persuade someone to do something dangerous in order to prove that they are brave |
| 14916 |
a packet of seeds seed a small hard part produced by a plant that can grow into a new plant of the same type |
| 14917 |
You can sow grass seed to cover the worn patches. seed sow plant seed(s) a small hard part produced by a plant that can grow into a new plant of the same type |
| 14918 |
I grew these herbs from seed. seed grow something from seed a small hard part produced by a plant that can grow into a new plant of the same type |
| 14919 |
a packet of sesame sunflower cumin seeds seed a seed that you eat or use to give flavour to food |
| 14920 |
number one seed, Venus Williams seed number one top seed (=considered most likely to win) a player or team that has been given a number that shows how likely they are to win a competition |
| 14921 |
He was not yet fifty, but he was already going to seed. seed to stop looking attractive and healthy, especially because you have not been looking after yourself |
| 14922 |
The seeds of doubt were already planted in his mind. seed sow plant the seeds of something to do something that makes a process or feeling start to develop |
| 14923 |
Australian Patrick Rafter is seeded 14. seed be seeded third tenth 7 15 etc to give a player or team a number showing how likely they are to win a competition |
| 14924 |
Add one red pepper, seeded and chopped. seed to remove the seeds from a plant or fruit |
| 14925 |
a seeded player seed |
| 14926 |
Conversation ceased when she entered the room. cease to stop happening or continuing |
| 14927 |
The rain had almost ceased by the time we left. cease to stop happening or continuing |
| 14928 |
If we don't get more money, community theatre will cease to exist here. cease cease to exist to stop happening or continuing |
| 14929 |
The government has ceased all contact with the rebels. cease to stop doing something |
| 14930 |
In 1981 he ceased being a player and moved into management. cease cease doing to do something to stop doing something |
| 14931 |
I had ceased to care what happened to her. cease to stop doing something |
| 14932 |
It never ceases to amaze me how quick email is. cease something never ceases to amaze someone used for emphasizing that you are always impressed or surprised by a particular person or thing, even though you know them well |
| 14933 |
He never ceased to be amazed by her physical strength. cease something never ceases to amaze someone used for emphasizing that you are always impressed or surprised by a particular person or thing, even though you know them well |
| 14934 |
a scientific journal journal a magazine containing articles relating to a particular subject or profession |
| 14935 |
the British Medical Journal journal a magazine containing articles relating to a particular subject or profession |
| 14936 |
the Wall Street Journal journal a newspaper. This word is often used as part of the name of a newspaper |
| 14937 |
I don't like shopping very much. shopping the activity of going to a shop to buy things |
| 14938 |
a shopping list shopping the activity of going to a shop to buy things |
| 14939 |
I don't suppose you've had a chance to go shopping yet? shopping go shopping do the shopping the activity of going to a shop to buy things |
| 14940 |
We went on a shopping spree and spent nearly 500. shopping a shopping spree (=when you buy a lot of things from a lot of shops) involving shopping |
| 14941 |
Can you help me bring the shopping in? shopping all of the things that you have bought in a shop, especially food and products for cleaning the house |
| 14942 |
The price is 30,000, or the equivalent amount in euros. equivalent with the same size, value, importance, or meaning as something else |
| 14943 |
Applicants should have a BSc or equivalent degree. equivalent with the same size, value, importance, or meaning as something else |
| 14944 |
This amount of exercise is equivalent to walking about three miles. equivalent equivalent to with the same size, value, importance, or meaning as something else |
| 14945 |
a doctorate or its equivalent equivalent someone or something that has the same size, value, importance, or meaning as someone or something else |
| 14946 |
The large carton is the equivalent of three small ones. equivalent equivalent of someone or something that has the same size, value, importance, or meaning as someone or something else |
| 14947 |
the presidential palace palace a very large building, especially one used as the official home of a royal family, president, or important religious leader |
| 14948 |
Buckingham Palace palace used in the name of a palace |
| 14949 |
a spokesman for the Palace palace used when talking about a royal family, especially the British royal family |
| 14950 |
the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco palace a very large building, used especially as a museum or a place where performances can be seen |
| 14951 |
Wind speeds exceeded 90 miles per hour. exceed to be greater than a number or amount |
| 14952 |
You will need to fill in a form for any claim exceeding 500. exceed to be greater than a number or amount |
| 14953 |
tough penalties for drivers who exceed the speed limit exceed to go above an official limit |
| 14954 |
This year's sales have exceeded all expectations. exceed exceed (someone's) expectations to be much bigger or better than expected |
| 14955 |
isolated mountain villages isolated an isolated place is a long way from other places and is often difficult to get to |
| 14956 |
Unfortunately, this is not an isolated incident. isolated happening only once, or existing only in one place |
| 14957 |
She has a very isolated existence. isolated feeling alone and unhappy, with no friends to support you |
| 14958 |
Many victims feel isolated and unable to talk about their experiences. isolated feel isolated feeling alone and unhappy, with no friends to support you |
| 14959 |
During the Franco era, Spain was politically isolated from most of its neighbours. isolated used about countries and organizations that others refuse to deal with |
| 14960 |
the poetry of Walt Whitman poetry poems |
| 14961 |
a poetry book poetry poems |
| 14962 |
She teaches poetry. poetry poems as a subject in schools or universities |
| 14963 |
Their chocolate cakes are pure poetry! poetry pure sheer poetry someone or something of great beauty, emotion, or imagination, or the quality of beauty, emotion, or imagination |
| 14964 |
School heads perceive their roles in different ways. perceive to understand or think about something in a particular way |
| 14965 |
Computers were often perceived as a threat. perceive perceive someone something as something to understand or think about something in a particular way |
| 14966 |
politicians who are generally perceived to be corrupt perceive perceive someone something to be something to understand or think about something in a particular way |
| 14967 |
The most important problem is the perceived threat to public health. perceive a perceived advantage need threat (=one that people think is real) to understand or think about something in a particular way |
| 14968 |
He quickly perceived the truth. perceive to notice or realize something |
| 14969 |
The doctor had perceived that something was troubling her. perceive perceive that to notice or realize something |
| 14970 |
Aerobic exercise strengthens the heart. strengthen to make your body physically stronger or more healthy |
| 14971 |
Doctors say his injured shoulder will take time to strengthen. strengthen to become physically stronger |
| 14972 |
The bridge will need to be strengthened. strengthen to make something stronger so that it will take more weight or force without breaking |
| 14973 |
Her objections only strengthened my resolve to open my own business. strengthen to make a feeling, decision, relationship etc stronger or more powerful |
| 14974 |
a sense of community that has strengthened over time strengthen to become stronger or more powerful |
| 14975 |
Senior officials will discuss strengthening the UN force. strengthen to make an organization, business, army etc more powerful, successful, or effective |
| 14976 |
programmes aimed at strengthening local economies strengthen to make an organization, business, army etc more powerful, successful, or effective |
| 14977 |
The amendment will strengthen the bill. strengthen to make a law or punishment stronger |
| 14978 |
The new evidence strengthens Wilkins' case. strengthen to give support to a position or argument |
| 14979 |
The dollar continues to strengthen against the yen. strengthen to increase the value of the money of a country |
| 14980 |
The gale continued to strengthen throughout the night. strengthen if the wind or a current strengthens, it becomes faster or more powerful |
| 14981 |
When the rope snapped, Davis fell into the water. snap to suddenly break something with a short loud noise, or to be broken in this way |
| 14982 |
The storm snapped young trees like matchsticks. snap to suddenly break something with a short loud noise, or to be broken in this way |
| 14983 |
Ken snapped off the smaller branches. snap snap (something) off to suddenly break something with a short loud noise, or to be broken in this way |
| 14984 |
Snap the biscuit in two and share it. snap snap something in half two to suddenly break something with a short loud noise, or to be broken in this way |
| 14985 |
She quickly snapped her handbag shut. snap snap (something) open shut together on off to quickly move something such as a light switch so that it makes a short sound, or to be moved quickly in this way |
| 14986 |
It's really simple to build – the bits just snap together. snap to quickly move something such as a light switch so that it makes a short sound, or to be moved quickly in this way |
| 14987 |
A terrier was snapping at his heels. snap snap at if an animal such as a dog snaps you or snaps at you, it bites you or tries to bite you |
| 14988 |
She was bound to snap under all that pressure. snap to suddenly lose control and become extremely angry or upset because a situation has become too annoying or difficult |
| 14989 |
'What do you want now?' he snapped angrily. snap to speak to someone in a sudden, angry way |
| 14990 |
I'm sorry I snapped at you just now. snap snap at to speak to someone in a sudden, angry way |
| 14991 |
He worked as a photographer, snapping the young Brigitte Bardot. snap to take a photograph of someone or something |
| 14992 |
He's depressed – you can't just tell him to snap out of it. snap snap out of it to make an effort to stop being unhappy or upset |
| 14993 |
Snap! You've got exactly the same phone as me! snap used when you see two things that are the same |
| 14994 |
We mustn't be pushed into making a snap decision. snap a snap decision judgment decided or arranged very quickly, without much thought, preparation, or warning |
| 14995 |
The lid closed with a snap. snap a short loud noise, made especially by something breaking or closing |
| 14996 |
holiday snaps snap a photograph taken without the use of professional equipment |
| 14997 |
Some computer instructions cannot be readily understood. readily easily |
| 14998 |
The equipment was cheap and readily available. readily readily available (=easy to obtain) easily |
| 14999 |
She had readily agreed to the interview, but now she was having second thoughts. readily in a way that shows that you are willing |
| 15000 |
a candidate motivated by political spite spite a feeling of wanting to upset someone or cause problems for them, especially because you think something is unfair |
| 15001 |
She refused out of spite. spite out of spite a feeling of wanting to upset someone or cause problems for them, especially because you think something is unfair |
| 15002 |
In spite of feeling tired, we decided to go out. spite in spite of something used for referring to a fact that makes something else surprising |
| 15003 |
a sweet smile in spite of all her problems spite in spite of something used for referring to a fact that makes something else surprising |
| 15004 |
The house will certainly sell, in spite of the fact that it's overpriced. spite in spite of the fact that used for referring to a fact that makes something else surprising |
| 15005 |
I think she had a good time in spite of herself. spite in spite of yourself if you do something in spite of yourself, you do it even though you did not want or plan to do it |
| 15006 |
She was prepared to marry him just to spite her parents. spite to deliberately upset someone or cause them problems |
| 15007 |
The conviction of three youths was later overturned by the Court of Appeals. conviction a decision by a court of law that someone is guilty of a crime |
| 15008 |
She has a conviction for dangerous driving. conviction a decision by a court of law that someone is guilty of a crime |
| 15009 |
She holds deep religious convictions. conviction a strong belief or opinion about something |
| 15010 |
'Everything will be fine,' she said, though without much conviction. conviction the feeling or appearance of being confident or very certain about something |
| 15011 |
The team's recent performances have lacked conviction. conviction the feeling or appearance of being confident or very certain about something |
| 15012 |
Mel put on a smile, but it didn't carry much conviction. conviction not carry conviction if someone's words, actions etc do not carry conviction, you do not believe that they are true or honest |
| 15013 |
I've put all the baby equipment up in the loft. loft a space under the roof of a building, often used for storing things |
| 15014 |
a hay loft loft the upper floor in a farm building used for storing hay |
| 15015 |
an organ loft loft an upper floor built out from the wall in a church, where the organ is often found |
| 15016 |
a loft apartment loft an upper floor in a factory or similar building that has been made into flats |
| 15017 |
Three people testified that they heard gunshots. testify testify (that) to make a statement about something that you saw, know, or experienced, usually in a court of law |
| 15018 |
Several key witnesses have agreed to testify against Edwards. testify testify for against someone to make a statement about something that you saw, know, or experienced, usually in a court of law |
| 15019 |
These ruins testify to the existence of Roman occupation. testify testify to to provide evidence that something exists or is true |
| 15020 |
a hotel hospital corridor corridor a long passage inside a building with doors on each side |
| 15021 |
I went along the corridor to her office. corridor a long passage inside a building with doors on each side |
| 15022 |
A natural corridor at the foot of the Alps. corridor a long narrow area of land that people or animals travel through |
| 15023 |
wildlife corridors corridor a long narrow area of land that people or animals travel through |
| 15024 |
the east Thames corridor corridor used about the land near a major river, road, or railway line |
| 15025 |
the lobbyists who inhabit the corridors of power in Washington corridor the corridors (of power) the places where people use their political influence and major political decisions are made |
| 15026 |
a surgical geriatric psychiatric ward ward a large room in a hospital with beds for people to stay in |
| 15027 |
Jo is a staff nurse working on the maternity ward. ward a large room in a hospital with beds for people to stay in |
| 15028 |
When Julie was admitted to the ward she was still in a lot of pain. ward admit someone to a ward (=bring them into hospital to stay) a large room in a hospital with beds for people to stay in |
| 15029 |
She was made a ward of court when her parents died. ward someone, especially a child, who is officially being looked after by a court of law or by someone who is not their parents. The person who looks after them is their guardian |
| 15030 |
westward #NAME? in a particular direction, or towards a particular place: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 15031 |
backward #NAME? in a particular direction, or towards a particular place: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 15032 |
homeward #NAME? in a particular direction, or towards a particular place: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 15033 |
Sheila carried a knife to ward off attacks. ward ward off to do something to prevent someone or something from harming you |
| 15034 |
We have done a lot to change the profile of the company. profile the public image of a person or organization, and the attention that they get from the public or journalists |
| 15035 |
The entire marketing team is trying to raise the author's profile. profile raise someone's profile (=increase the attention they get) the public image of a person or organization, and the attention that they get from the public or journalists |
| 15036 |
They admit that the public profile of some of the team is not good. profile public profile the public image of a person or organization, and the attention that they get from the public or journalists |
| 15037 |
the social and financial profile of the family profile a description of a person, group, or organization that contains all the details that someone needs |
| 15038 |
a detailed profile of the construction industry profile a description of a person, group, or organization that contains all the details that someone needs |
| 15039 |
She turned his head so she could see his profile. profile the shape of someone's face when you look at them from the side. A face that is seen in profile is seen from the side |
| 15040 |
the profile of the city against the evening sky profile the shape of the edge of something |
| 15041 |
The company currently enjoys a high profile with its new line of mobile phones. profile a high profile a position or reputation that gets you a lot of attention |
| 15042 |
Police maintain a high profile on the roads at all times. profile maintain adopt a high profile a position or reputation that gets you a lot of attention |
| 15043 |
He was advised to keep a low profile in court. profile keep maintain a low profile to try to stop people from noticing you |
| 15044 |
He has been profiled in his local newspaper. profile to give a description of a person, place, or organization in an article, or a television or radio programme |
| 15045 |
He's got a rather fat face. fat a person or animal that is fat has too much flesh on their body and weighs too much. It is not polite to call someone fat |
| 15046 |
She can eat whatever she likes and she never gets fat. fat get fat a person or animal that is fat has too much flesh on their body and weighs too much. It is not polite to call someone fat |
| 15047 |
a big fat cigar fat a fat object is thicker than other objects of the same type |
| 15048 |
a fat book volume fat a fat object is thicker than other objects of the same type |
| 15049 |
a fat wallet fat a fat object is thicker than other objects of the same type |
| 15050 |
I bet he gets a nice fat salary! fat used about an amount of money that is very large |
| 15051 |
The company made a fat profit this year. fat used about an amount of money that is very large |
| 15052 |
I was hoping they might have forgotten my offer. Fat chance! fat fat chance used for emphasizing that you think something is extremely unlikely |
| 15053 |
A fat lot of help she'll be! fat a fat lot of good help use nothing, or not very much at all |
| 15054 |
A lot of young financial advisers have grown fat on selling personal pensions. fat grow fat on something to become rich as a result of something, especially in a way that does not seem fair to other people |
| 15055 |
rolls of fat around his waist fat areas of your body where you have a lot of this substance |
| 15056 |
Trim the fat off the meat before cooking it. fat a soft white substance on meat |
| 15057 |
Reduce the amount of fat in your diet. fat oil found in food |
| 15058 |
Fry the meat in a small amount of fat. fat oil in solid or liquid form that is obtained from plants or animals and used in cooking |
| 15059 |
The airline is keen to improve passenger comfort. comfort a physically relaxed state, without any pain or other unpleasant feelings |
| 15060 |
There is plenty of room to lie down and sleep in comfort. comfort in comfort a physically relaxed state, without any pain or other unpleasant feelings |
| 15061 |
My mother was always there to offer comfort. comfort a feeling of being less sad or worried about something than you were previously |
| 15062 |
I take comfort from the fact that his friends are there to help him. comfort take comfort from something a feeling of being less sad or worried about something than you were previously |
| 15063 |
She is a source of great comfort. comfort a source of comfort (to someone) a feeling of being less sad or worried about something than you were previously |
| 15064 |
I know it's no comfort, but these things take time. comfort be no some small etc comfort (to someone) a feeling of being less sad or worried about something than you were previously |
| 15065 |
It was a comfort to think that there was no rent to pay. comfort someone or something that makes you feel better when you are sad or worried |
| 15066 |
Her children have been a great comfort to her. comfort comfort to someone or something that makes you feel better when you are sad or worried |
| 15067 |
a comfort blanket comfort used for making yourself feel better when you are sad or worried |
| 15068 |
Now he can live in comfort for the rest of his life. comfort a pleasant way of life in which you have everything you need |
| 15069 |
the comforts of domestic life comfort things that make your life easier and more pleasant |
| 15070 |
I miss my home comforts when I'm away. comfort home comforts things that make your life easier and more pleasant |
| 15071 |
He went upstairs to comfort the baby. comfort to make someone feel less sad, worried, or disappointed |
| 15072 |
a crab shell shell the hard outer part that protects the body of a sea creature |
| 15073 |
The kids were collecting shells on the beach. shell the hard outer part that protects the body of a sea creature |
| 15074 |
pieces of egg shell shell the hard outer part of an egg or nut |
| 15075 |
anti-aircraft shells shell a weapon consisting of a metal container filled with a substance that explodes, fired from a large gun |
| 15076 |
Stephen needs someone who can bring him out of his shell. shell come out of your shell to stop being shy and begin to confidently show your real character and feelings |
| 15077 |
If anyone spoke to her, she would just withdraw into her shell. shell withdraw retreat into your shell to become shy and stop talking to people |
| 15078 |
Army bases were shelled overnight by rebel forces. shell to attack or to destroy a place by firing shells |
| 15079 |
Rewards for appropriate behaviour can be successful in teaching children. reward reward for something good that happens or that you receive because of something that you have done |
| 15080 |
You deserve a day off as a reward for working so hard. reward as a reward something good that happens or that you receive because of something that you have done |
| 15081 |
The prize was a just reward for all his hard work. reward (a) just reward something good that happens or that you receive because of something that you have done |
| 15082 |
Financial rewards and promotion will be linked to performance. reward money that you receive for working |
| 15083 |
This product will reap rich rewards for its manufacturers. reward reap a reward money that you receive for working |
| 15084 |
Police are offering a substantial reward for information leading to the man's capture. reward reward for money that someone receives for finding and returning something or for helping the police |
| 15085 |
He always believed that the company would reward him for his efforts. reward reward someone for something to give someone something as a reward, for example praise, success, or money |
| 15086 |
Everyone who reached the summit was rewarded with a magnificent view. reward reward someone with something to give someone something as a reward, for example praise, success, or money |
| 15087 |
The agency was handsomely rewarded for its successful advertising campaign. reward handsomely rewarded to give someone something as a reward, for example praise, success, or money |
| 15088 |
You did that deliberately, just to annoy me. deliberately with a definite intention, not by chance or by accident |
| 15089 |
Police believe the fire was started deliberately. deliberately with a definite intention, not by chance or by accident |
| 15090 |
Her voice was deliberately cool. deliberately with a definite intention, not by chance or by accident |
| 15091 |
He spoke deliberately, considering each word carefully. deliberately in a slow careful way |
| 15092 |
I just automatically said 'Yes'. automatically without conscious thought or intention, especially because of habit |
| 15093 |
You are automatically entitled to three weeks' holiday a year. automatically as the result of specific conditions, rules, or laws, without a special decision being made |
| 15094 |
The computer automatically numbers the lines. automatically by a machine, without people doing anything |
| 15095 |
Eat more fresh fruit, vegetables, and salads. vegetable a part of a plant used as food, for example a potato, bean, or cabbage |
| 15096 |
We grow all our own vegetables and herbs. vegetable a part of a plant used as food, for example a potato, bean, or cabbage |
| 15097 |
fresh green leafy vegetables vegetable a part of a plant used as food, for example a potato, bean, or cabbage |
| 15098 |
a vegetable garden vegetable relating to or produced from vegetables |
| 15099 |
vegetable oil vegetable relating to or produced from vegetables |
| 15100 |
They didn't have the imagination to deal with such complex problems. imagination have the imagination to do something the ability to think of clever and original ideas, possibilities, or solutions |
| 15101 |
Try to use your imagination when planning main meals. imagination use your imagination the ability to think of clever and original ideas, possibilities, or solutions |
| 15102 |
The speaker's visual aids showed a remarkable lack of imagination. imagination lack of imagination the ability to think of clever and original ideas, possibilities, or solutions |
| 15103 |
a child with a vivid imagination imagination vivid fertile overactive imagination (=a strong imagination) the ability to form a picture, story, or idea in your mind |
| 15104 |
Was he scared, or was it just my imagination? imagination the ability to think, feel, or believe something that is not real or true |
| 15105 |
The problem was all in his imagination. imagination the ability to think, feel, or believe something that is not real or true |
| 15106 |
Part of my job is to try to stimulate the student's imagination. imagination a feeling of interest and excitement about something |
| 15107 |
Their policies have really caught the public's imagination. imagination catch someone's imagination a feeling of interest and excitement about something |
| 15108 |
He saw his wife with another man... I'll leave the rest to your imagination! imagination leave something to someone's imagination to show or describe some but not all of something, because people can easily imagine what the rest is like |
| 15109 |
a very low-cut dress that didn't leave much to the imagination imagination not leave much leave little to the imagination to show or describe so much of something that people do not have to imagine what the rest is like. This expression is used especially for talking about sex or about people who show parts of their bodies |
| 15110 |
a junior minister at the Department of Employment junior a junior person does not have a lot of responsibility or power in their job |
| 15111 |
junior doctors junior a junior person does not have a lot of responsibility or power in their job |
| 15112 |
I was the most junior person there. junior a junior person does not have a lot of responsibility or power in their job |
| 15113 |
The charity publishes adult and junior newsletters. junior intended for young people, or involving young people |
| 15114 |
the world junior swimming championship junior intended for young people, or involving young people |
| 15115 |
Even infant and junior pupils took part. junior connected with junior school |
| 15116 |
Harry Connick Junior junior used after the name of a man who has the same name as his father |
| 15117 |
My job is to supervise people who are junior to me. junior be junior to someone to have less responsibility and power than someone else at work |
| 15118 |
He was one of 73 juniors invited to compete for a place in the England team. junior a young person who is involved in a particular activity, especially sport |
| 15119 |
cabinet ministers and their juniors junior someone who has less responsibility or experience in their work than another person |
| 15120 |
the office junior junior someone whose job is not very important, especially a young person in their first job |
| 15121 |
Diane is 12 years her husband's junior. junior be two years ten years etc someone's junior to be younger than someone else by a particular amount |
| 15122 |
Have you been unemployed for a year or more? unemployed without a job |
| 15123 |
an unemployed actor engineer teacher unemployed without a job |
| 15124 |
Up to 60% of the unemployed were women. unemployed people who are unemployed |
| 15125 |
I just can't think who she could have been – it's a mystery. mystery something that you are not able to understand, explain, or get information about |
| 15126 |
The exact origin of the universe remains a mystery. mystery something that you are not able to understand, explain, or get information about |
| 15127 |
The police are trying to unravel the mystery of his disappearance. mystery solve unravel a mystery (=explain it) something that you are not able to understand, explain, or get information about |
| 15128 |
Why she left is still a mystery to him. mystery be a mystery to someone something that you are not able to understand, explain, or get information about |
| 15129 |
a woman with an air of mystery about her mystery air aura of mystery a quality that makes someone or something difficult to explain, understand, or get information about, especially when it also makes them seem interesting or exciting |
| 15130 |
His past is shrouded in mystery. mystery shrouded cloaked in mystery a quality that makes someone or something difficult to explain, understand, or get information about, especially when it also makes them seem interesting or exciting |
| 15131 |
David's always been a bit of a mystery. mystery someone or something that is interesting or exciting because they are difficult to explain, understand, or get information about |
| 15132 |
an Ellery Queen mystery mystery a story, film, or play in which events take place that are not explained until the end, especially a crime such as murder |
| 15133 |
You'll learn all about the mysteries of the darkroom and printing processes. mystery mystery of information about a subject or activity that only some people are allowed to know |
| 15134 |
the mystery of salvation mystery something relating to religion or God that you cannot explain using reason or science but that you believe is true |
| 15135 |
a mystery caller mystery a mystery person or thing is someone or something that you do not know the name of or do not know anything about |
| 15136 |
We are being told that the accident poses no threat to the environment. pose pose a problem difficulty risk threat to create a difficult or dangerous situation |
| 15137 |
They had been expected to pose a serious challenge to the main parties. pose pose a challenge to create a difficult or dangerous situation |
| 15138 |
The leaders posed briefly for photographs before returning to the conference hall. pose pose for to sit or stand somewhere so that someone can take a photograph of you or paint a picture of you |
| 15139 |
It's the sort of place where people go to pose in their designer labels. pose to dress or behave in a particular way to make people notice you, admire you, or be impressed by you |
| 15140 |
The teacher posed a question to one of her class. pose pose a question to ask a question |
| 15141 |
a photograph showing the president in a natural relaxed pose pose the position you keep your body in when someone is taking your photograph or painting your picture |
| 15142 |
You get the feeling that his apparently strong religious faith is just a pose. pose behaviour that is not natural or sincere and is intended to impress or trick people |
| 15143 |
There were violent confrontations on the streets last night. violent involving the use of physical force, with the deliberate intention of causing damage to property or injury or death to people |
| 15144 |
victims of violent and abusive behaviour violent involving the use of physical force, with the deliberate intention of causing damage to property or injury or death to people |
| 15145 |
Statistics show a fall in both violent and non-violent crime. violent involving the use of physical force, with the deliberate intention of causing damage to property or injury or death to people |
| 15146 |
When he's been drinking, he's likely to get violent. violent someone who is violent often gets into fights and attacks people |
| 15147 |
a violent film violent containing a lot of violent action |
| 15148 |
violent cramps diarrhoea violent painful and difficult to control |
| 15149 |
a violent coughing fit violent painful and difficult to control |
| 15150 |
violent grief violent showing very strong and angry emotions or opinions |
| 15151 |
a violent argument violent showing very strong and angry emotions or opinions |
| 15152 |
The show provoked a violent reaction in some sections of the press. violent showing very strong and angry emotions or opinions |
| 15153 |
They made us march for hours. march if soldiers march, they walk in a group with each person matching the speed and movements of the others |
| 15154 |
He told the sergeant to march us for another five miles. march if soldiers march, they walk in a group with each person matching the speed and movements of the others |
| 15155 |
Health workers are today marching through the centre of London in protest at government cuts. march to walk along a road as part of a group of people protesting about something |
| 15156 |
The day before, 50,000 demonstrators had marched on the Pentagon. march march on something (=towards it) to walk along a road as part of a group of people protesting about something |
| 15157 |
She marched into the room without knocking. march march into out of up to etc to walk somewhere quickly and in a determined, confident, or angry way |
| 15158 |
Both men were marched out of the restaurant. march march out of off to etc to force someone to walk somewhere with you, for example by holding their arm |
| 15159 |
Time marches on. march march on onwards to continue to happen, develop, or make progress and be impossible to stop |
| 15160 |
The camp was two days' march away. march the distance to a place measured by the time that it takes soldiers to march there |
| 15161 |
a peace protest march march a walk by a group of people to a place in order to protest about something |
| 15162 |
We're all going on the march against racism this Saturday. march go on a march a walk by a group of people to a place in order to protest about something |
| 15163 |
The next day they were on the march again. march to be marching to a new position |
| 15164 |
He warned that racism was on the march. march if something such as an idea or opinion is on the march, it is steadily becoming more popular |
| 15165 |
In the world of sport, our town is on the march. march to be making steady progress |
| 15166 |
the march of time history march the march of something the way that something continues to happen, develop, or make progress and is impossible to stop |
| 15167 |
the march of progress science march the march of something the way that something continues to happen, develop, or make progress and is impossible to stop |
| 15168 |
My Russian course is heavily oriented towards grammar. orient be oriented to towards to have a particular emphasis or aim |
| 15169 |
The news programmes are increasingly oriented to what we call 'infotainment'. orient be oriented to towards to have a particular emphasis or aim |
| 15170 |
His birthday is in March. March the third month of the year, between February and April |
| 15171 |
The concert is on 29 March. March the third month of the year, between February and April |
| 15172 |
They had a baby last March. March the third month of the year, between February and April |
| 15173 |
The newspaper was founded in 1909. found to start an organization, company, political party etc |
| 15174 |
The monastery was founded in 798 ad. found to start building a new town, or forming a new community |
| 15175 |
a society founded on the belief that all men are equal found be founded on upon to be based on a particular idea, principle, fact, or quality |
| 15176 |
A good relationship has to be founded on trust. found be founded on upon to be based on a particular idea, principle, fact, or quality |
| 15177 |
The children like to dig in the sand. dig to make a hole in earth or sand using your hands, a machine, or a tool, especially a spade |
| 15178 |
We dug a hole and planted the tree. dig to make a hole in earth or sand using your hands, a machine, or a tool, especially a spade |
| 15179 |
The boys were digging for worms. dig dig for something (=dig in order to find something) to make a hole in earth or sand using your hands, a machine, or a tool, especially a spade |
| 15180 |
a freshly dug grave dig freshly newly dug to make a hole in earth or sand using your hands, a machine, or a tool, especially a spade |
| 15181 |
The press have already started to dig. dig to try to find out information about someone, especially when they do not want you to |
| 15182 |
I really dig their music. dig to like something. This word was used a lot by hippies in the 1960s |
| 15183 |
We are asking people to dig deep to help the victims of the war. dig to manage to find a lot of money for something |
| 15184 |
If I'd dug deeper, I might have found out what happened to his wife. dig to try very hard to find out information about someone |
| 15185 |
The more we argued, the more she dug her heels in. dig dig your heels in to refuse to do something even though other people are trying to persuade you |
| 15186 |
By lying about the incident the minister has dug his own grave. dig dig your own grave to do something that will cause serious problems for you in the future |
| 15187 |
I felt dirty, hungry, and cold. dirty not clean |
| 15188 |
diseases spread by dirty water dirty not clean |
| 15189 |
piles of dirty washing dirty not clean |
| 15190 |
dirty fingernails dirty not clean |
| 15191 |
dirty jokes films dirty dirty language or pictures deal with sex in a way that offends some people |
| 15192 |
Politics is a dirty business. dirty using dishonest or unfair methods |
| 15193 |
a dirty fighter dirty using dishonest or unfair methods |
| 15194 |
That's a dirty lie. dirty used for emphasizing how bad someone or something is |
| 15195 |
Washing football's dirty linen in public does nothing for the game. dirty air wash your dirty linen laundry in public to discuss private subjects or problems in public |
| 15196 |
For many teachers, change is a dirty word. dirty a dirty word if something is a dirty word, people dislike it or disagree with it, often without good reasons |
| 15197 |
He really did the dirty on her. dirty do the dirty on someone to treat someone very badly and unfairly |
| 15198 |
He never sacked the staff himself, but got someone else to do his dirty work. dirty do someone's dirty work to do an unpleasant or dishonest job for someone so that they do not have to do it themselves |
| 15199 |
She'd never get her hands dirty helping out around the house. dirty to do physical work |
| 15200 |
She lives in that dirty great big building over there. dirty extremely |
| 15201 |
The opposition had started to play dirty. dirty play dirty to use dishonest or unfair methods |
| 15202 |
Harry's problems are more psychological than physical. psychological involving or affecting your mind |
| 15203 |
psychological damage harm psychological involving or affecting your mind |
| 15204 |
Defeat is psychological. You lose one or two games and you stop believing you can win. psychological caused by your feelings or thoughts |
| 15205 |
psychological theories research studies psychological connected with the study of how your mind works |
| 15206 |
He grabbed the knife before I could get to it. grab to take hold of something in a rough or rude way |
| 15207 |
One of the men was grabbed and bundled into a car. grab to take hold of something in a rough or rude way |
| 15208 |
I grabbed hold of his hair. grab grab hold of to take hold of something in a rough or rude way |
| 15209 |
Ben grabbed Marco by the arm. grab grab someone by something to take hold of something in a rough or rude way |
| 15210 |
We got there early and grabbed seats at the front. grab to succeed in getting something, especially by being quick or by being the best at something |
| 15211 |
The brand now grabs 26 per cent of sales in the US. grab to succeed in getting something, especially by being quick or by being the best at something |
| 15212 |
It's often the bad characters in a story who grab our attention. grab grab someone's attention to succeed in getting something, especially by being quick or by being the best at something |
| 15213 |
I grabbed the chance to escape for a few minutes. grab grab an opportunity chance to succeed in getting something, especially by being quick or by being the best at something |
| 15214 |
The idea didn't really grab me. grab to interest someone, or to make them feel enthusiastic |
| 15215 |
I'll grab a sandwich back at the hotel. grab if you grab food or sleep, you eat quickly or sleep for a short time |
| 15216 |
Her trial for killing her two infant sons grabbed the headlines. grab grab (the) headlines to get a lot of public attention, especially by appearing in the news |
| 15217 |
Rose rushed at Dieter and made a grab at his wrist. grab make a grab at for something an attempt to take hold of something |
| 15218 |
The army chose this moment to make a grab for power. grab make a grab at for something used for saying that someone tries to obtain something by acting quickly |
| 15219 |
A total of 250 million is up for grabs this year. grab up for grabs if something is up for grabs, it is available and many people are trying to get it or win it |
| 15220 |
Well, this is a pleasant surprise! pleasant enjoyable or attractive in a way that makes you feel pleased and satisfied |
| 15221 |
Seville is a very pleasant place to work. pleasant enjoyable or attractive in a way that makes you feel pleased and satisfied |
| 15222 |
They spent a pleasant evening together. pleasant enjoyable or attractive in a way that makes you feel pleased and satisfied |
| 15223 |
Her husband seemed a very pleasant man. pleasant a pleasant person is friendly and behaves correctly in social situations |
| 15224 |
Charlotte is pleasant enough but not very reliable. pleasant a pleasant person is friendly and behaves correctly in social situations |
| 15225 |
a pleasant smile pleasant used about people's behaviour |
| 15226 |
She has a pleasant, cheerful manner. pleasant used about people's behaviour |
| 15227 |
The restaurant had a pleasant friendly atmosphere. pleasant used about places and situations |
| 15228 |
The weather has been very pleasant on the whole. pleasant pleasant weather is dry and neither very hot nor very cold |
| 15229 |
'Goodnight then,' she said pleasantly. pleasant |
| 15230 |
I was pleasantly surprised by the results of the survey. pleasant |
| 15231 |
The hotel is pleasantly decorated throughout. pleasant |
| 15232 |
He had to undergo heart bypass surgery. surgery medical treatment in which a doctor cuts open someone's body |
| 15233 |
doctors who perform several surgeries a day surgery medical treatment in which a doctor cuts open someone's body |
| 15234 |
Take him up to surgery. surgery a room in a hospital where doctors do surgery |
| 15235 |
Doctor Corday will be in surgery all morning. surgery a room in a hospital where doctors do surgery |
| 15236 |
Surgery is from 9.00 to 4.30. surgery the period of time each day when people can visit a doctor or a dentist |
| 15237 |
War now seems almost inevitable. inevitable impossible to avoid or prevent |
| 15238 |
Confusion is the inevitable consequence of all these changes in policy. inevitable inevitable consequence result impossible to avoid or prevent |
| 15239 |
It is perhaps inevitable that advanced technology will increase the pressure on employees. inevitable it is inevitable that impossible to avoid or prevent |
| 15240 |
The inevitable comparisons with the Beatles followed. inevitable certain to happen because that is what always has happened |
| 15241 |
You must face the inevitable and try to deal with it. inevitable something that is certain to happen |
| 15242 |
Email has transformed the way people communicate. transform to make someone or something completely different, usually in a way that makes them more attractive, easier to use etc |
| 15243 |
Working with abused children transformed Scott's life. transform to make someone or something completely different, usually in a way that makes them more attractive, easier to use etc |
| 15244 |
They've transformed the old train station into a science museum. transform transform someone something into something to make someone or something completely different, usually in a way that makes them more attractive, easier to use etc |
| 15245 |
The little silver bells on its harness tinkled merrily. bell a metal object shaped like an upside down cup that makes a noise when its sides are hit by a metal piece inside it |
| 15246 |
The school bell clanged noisily. bell a metal object shaped like an upside down cup that makes a noise when its sides are hit by a metal piece inside it |
| 15247 |
The wedding bells rang out. bell a metal object shaped like an upside down cup that makes a noise when its sides are hit by a metal piece inside it |
| 15248 |
Villagers rang the church bells as the victorious soldiers returned. bell ring a bell a metal object shaped like an upside down cup that makes a noise when its sides are hit by a metal piece inside it |
| 15249 |
The referee did not hear the final bell. bell a piece of equipment that makes a ringing sound, used for getting someone's attention |
| 15250 |
There was no one at the counter, so I rang the bell. bell a piece of equipment that makes a ringing sound, used for getting someone's attention |
| 15251 |
The bell indicates the exam is over. bell the sound that a bell makes when it rings |
| 15252 |
Police believe the shootings are gang-related. shooting an occasion when someone is attacked by a person with a gun |
| 15253 |
the fatal shooting of two teenagers shooting an occasion when someone is attacked by a person with a gun |
| 15254 |
hunting, shooting, and fishing shooting any sport or activity in which guns are used |
| 15255 |
target trap shooting shooting any sport or activity in which guns are used |
| 15256 |
The talks are continuing, but no announcements are expected at this time. announcement a public or official statement that gives people information about something |
| 15257 |
Observers expect the president to make an announcement about his plans tonight. announcement make an announcement a public or official statement that gives people information about something |
| 15258 |
Ms Baker stunned her fans with an announcement that she was quitting the music business. announcement announcement (that) a public or official statement that gives people information about something |
| 15259 |
The announcement of Prince Charles' visit caused widespread media interest. announcement announcement of the act of publicly or officially stating something |
| 15260 |
She fiddled with the sugar packet, avoiding his eyes. fiddle fiddle with to touch or move something with many small quick movements of your fingers because you are bored, nervous, or concentrating on something else |
| 15261 |
Kay was fiddling with the radio dial. fiddle to touch, move, or change something many times in order to improve it or make it work better |
| 15262 |
They all fiddle their taxes. fiddle to produce false results or records, in order to get money or other benefits |
| 15263 |
They accuse the government of fiddling the unemployment figures. fiddle fiddle the figures books accounts to produce false results or records, in order to get money or other benefits |
| 15264 |
a tax insurance fiddle fiddle a dishonest method of getting money or other benefits |
| 15265 |
He thought all self-employed people were on the fiddle. fiddle be on the fiddle a dishonest method of getting money or other benefits |
| 15266 |
He was as fit as a fiddle right up to the time he died. fiddle fit as a fiddle very fit |
| 15267 |
We played second fiddle to Portadown the entire match. fiddle play second fiddle to someone to be less important or less powerful than someone else |
| 15268 |
I showed David a draft of the letter and he suggested a few changes. draft draft of something such as a plan, letter, or drawing that may have changes made to it before it is finished |
| 15269 |
My publisher wants to see a first draft by the end of next week. draft first final draft something such as a plan, letter, or drawing that may have changes made to it before it is finished |
| 15270 |
draft legislation draft not in a final form and likely to be changed |
| 15271 |
The deposit has to be paid in cash or by draft. draft a bank draft |
| 15272 |
The government's first task was to draft a new constitution for the country. draft to write something such as a legal document, speech, or letter that may have changes made to it before it is finished |
| 15273 |
He was drafted into the army in 1942. draft draft into to conscript someone into the armed forces |
| 15274 |
The aim was to create an impression of party unity. unity a situation in which people, groups, or countries join together or agree about something |
| 15275 |
It is a theory that lacks unity. unity the state of being complete and having all the separate parts connected |
| 15276 |
Our flight arrived at Delhi airport over 2 hours late. airport a place where planes arrive and leave, consisting of runways (=long roads where planes land and take off) and large buildings for passengers called terminals |
| 15277 |
Why are you so upset? upset very sad, worried, or angry about something |
| 15278 |
They felt too upset to talk about the incident. upset very sad, worried, or angry about something |
| 15279 |
They're all still very upset about losing the case. upset upset about over by very sad, worried, or angry about something |
| 15280 |
It's nothing to get upset about. upset get become upset very sad, worried, or angry about something |
| 15281 |
Poor Bill looked terribly upset. upset really terribly dreadfully upset very sad, worried, or angry about something |
| 15282 |
She feels upset that we didn't tell her the truth. upset upset (that) very sad, worried, or angry about something |
| 15283 |
Phone and tell them you've got an upset stomach. upset if your stomach is upset, you have an illness that is affecting your stomach, usually caused by something that you have eaten or drunk |
| 15284 |
I'm sorry, I didn't mean to upset you. upset to make someone feel sad, worried, or angry |
| 15285 |
People were upset by Hansen's rude remarks. upset to make someone feel sad, worried, or angry |
| 15286 |
I'm sorry if I've upset your plans for this evening. upset to spoil something such as a plan |
| 15287 |
A new policy on taxation would upset the political balance of the country. upset to make something stop working in the normal way |
| 15288 |
Sweden came close to upsetting Brazil during their match in Stockholm. upset to defeat an opponent who is considered to be better than you |
| 15289 |
Rich food always upsets my stomach. upset upset someone's stomach to cause an illness that affects someone's stomach |
| 15290 |
Please don't upset yourself like this. upset upset yourself to become sad, worried, or angry by thinking about something unpleasant |
| 15291 |
It was one of the biggest upsets of the tournament. upset an occasion when someone defeats an opponent who is considered to be better than them |
| 15292 |
a stomach tummy upset upset an illness that affects your stomach, usually caused by something that you have eaten or drunk |
| 15293 |
We were never going to make the marriage work, so why pretend? pretend to behave in a particular way because you want someone to believe that something is true when it is not |
| 15294 |
She closed her eyes and pretended to be asleep. pretend pretend to do something to behave in a particular way because you want someone to believe that something is true when it is not |
| 15295 |
I'm sorry, but I can't just sit back and pretend it hasn't happened. pretend pretend (that) to behave in a particular way because you want someone to believe that something is true when it is not |
| 15296 |
I know you hate my haircut, so it's no good pretending otherwise. pretend pretend otherwise (=pretend that something is not true) to behave in a particular way because you want someone to believe that something is true when it is not |
| 15297 |
It was useless to pretend innocence. pretend pretend something to behave in a particular way because you want someone to believe that something is true when it is not |
| 15298 |
They're pretending they're astronauts again. pretend pretend (that) to imagine that something is true when you are playing a game |
| 15299 |
The little girl was pretending to be a lion. pretend pretend to be someone something to imagine that something is true when you are playing a game |
| 15300 |
I'm not going to pretend we achieved a lot. pretend pretend (that) to claim that something is true when it is not |
| 15301 |
I don't pretend to have all the answers. pretend pretend to do something to claim that something is true when it is not |
| 15302 |
He's never pretended to any great knowledge of art. pretend pretend to something to claim that something is true when it is not |
| 15303 |
Lynn and Mandy are passing round pretend cakes. pretend imaginary. This word is used mainly by children or when speaking to children |
| 15304 |
You'll have to wait till tomorrow. till until: 'Till' is less formal than 'until' and is used less often in writing |
| 15305 |
Just sit here till I come back. till until: 'Till' is less formal than 'until' and is used less often in writing |
| 15306 |
Holman was sent home in disgrace after assaulting one of the other players. disgrace in disgrace the loss of other people's respect because of something bad that you have done |
| 15307 |
The scandal has brought disgrace on the entire department. disgrace bring disgrace upon on someone something the loss of other people's respect because of something bad that you have done |
| 15308 |
Hawkins described the team's performance as a disgrace. disgrace someone or something that you should feel guilty or sorry about because they are very bad |
| 15309 |
The way he treats his dogs is an absolute disgrace. disgrace an absolute utter disgrace someone or something that you should feel guilty or sorry about because they are very bad |
| 15310 |
You're a disgrace to your family! disgrace be a disgrace to (=to be so bad that you harm the reputation of the group you belong to) someone or something that you should feel guilty or sorry about because they are very bad |
| 15311 |
She has disgraced herself by behaving this way. disgrace disgrace yourself to harm the reputation of a person or group by doing something bad or immoral |
| 15312 |
a theory that fits the known facts known used for describing something that people know about or have discovered |
| 15313 |
The documents were delivered to his last known address. known used for describing something that people know about or have discovered |
| 15314 |
a disease with no known cure known used for describing something that people know about or have discovered |
| 15315 |
He was a violent man and a known drug user. known used for describing something that people know about or have discovered |
| 15316 |
Known pollutants had been tipped into the water. known used for describing something that people know about or have discovered |
| 15317 |
nationally and internationally known TV personalities known famous |
| 15318 |
They were known for their artistic achievements. known known for famous |
| 15319 |
Diana Spencer, or Princess Di as she became known known be become known as something famous |
| 15320 |
She is known to be interested in pop music. known known to do something used for talking about things that people know are true or happen |
| 15321 |
They are known to have spoken to the President about it. known known to do something used for talking about things that people know are true or happen |
| 15322 |
Many students apply for admission to more than one university. admission permission to join a club or become a student at a college or university |
| 15323 |
Not all of those who applied gained admission to the classes. admission gain admission permission to join a club or become a student at a college or university |
| 15324 |
No admission to the park between 11 pm and 6 am. admission admission to permission to enter a place |
| 15325 |
All patients are evaluated within eight hours of admission. admission the process of accepting someone into a place, organization, or institution |
| 15326 |
We have already seen an increase in the level of emergency admissions. admission the number of people who enter a place, organization, or institution |
| 15327 |
You get 5 off admission with this coupon. admission the amount of money you pay to enter a place or event |
| 15328 |
Admission to the game is free. admission admission to the amount of money you pay to enter a place or event |
| 15329 |
an admission of guilt admission admission of a statement accepting that something is true, especially something that you have done that you are sorry about |
| 15330 |
The admission that her drug test had been altered shocked us all. admission admission that a statement accepting that something is true, especially something that you have done that you are sorry about |
| 15331 |
His contribution was, by his own admission, very small. admission by someone's own admission a statement accepting that something is true, especially something that you have done that you are sorry about |
| 15332 |
muscle nerve scar tissue tissue the substance that animal and plant cells are made of |
| 15333 |
a box of tissues tissue a piece of soft thin paper used especially for wiping your nose |
| 15334 |
There were tears of joy in her eyes. joy a feeling of great happiness |
| 15335 |
Penny could have shouted with joy. joy do something with for joy a feeling of great happiness |
| 15336 |
He could hardly contain his joy at seeing her again. joy joy at (doing) something a feeling of great happiness |
| 15337 |
To my joy, the meeting was cancelled. joy to someone's joy a feeling of great happiness |
| 15338 |
Discover the joys of skiing. joy the joy of (doing) something something that makes you feel very happy or pleased |
| 15339 |
It was a real joy to see the children playing happily together at last. joy be a joy to do something something that makes you feel very happy or pleased |
| 15340 |
Jonathan flies for the sheer joy of exploring what he can do. joy sheer joy something that makes you feel very happy or pleased |
| 15341 |
Her delight was a joy to watch. joy a joy to watch something that makes you feel very happy or pleased |
| 15342 |
Have you had any joy getting someone to fix your central heating? joy success in doing something |
| 15343 |
I tried to call her earlier, but no joy. joy success in doing something |
| 15344 |
The UN headquarters are in New York. headquarters the place where a company or organization has its main offices: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 15345 |
the St Petersburg headquarters of the National Republican Party headquarters headquarters of the place where a company or organization has its main offices: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 15346 |
McCreery established his headquarters at Treviso, just north of Venice. headquarters the place from which military action is controlled: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 15347 |
Thanks for coming with me. I'm really grateful. grateful feeling that you want to thank someone because they have given you something or have done something for you |
| 15348 |
I'm very grateful for all your help with the party. grateful grateful for feeling that you want to thank someone because they have given you something or have done something for you |
| 15349 |
She was grateful to them for letting her stay at their house. grateful grateful to someone for something feeling that you want to thank someone because they have given you something or have done something for you |
| 15350 |
You should be grateful that I didn't tell your parents. grateful grateful (that) feeling that you want to thank someone because they have given you something or have done something for you |
| 15351 |
We would be grateful if you could return the signed contracts as soon as possible. grateful I we would be grateful if... used for asking someone formally and politely to do something |
| 15352 |
All comments and suggestions will be gratefully received. grateful |
| 15353 |
Sophie smiled gratefully at the waiter. grateful |
| 15354 |
School management is often too detached from the classroom. classroom the activities and methods involved in teaching |
| 15355 |
a company with an annual turnover of over 150 million turnover the value of the goods and services that a company sells in a particular period of time |
| 15356 |
a high turnover of staff personnel turnover the rate at which people leave a place and new people arrive |
| 15357 |
a cherry turnover turnover a sweet food like a small pie, filled with fruit |
| 15358 |
'Why not?' she asked. Tony shrugged his shoulders. shrug to move your shoulders up and let them drop to show that you do not know something or do not care |
| 15359 |
This seems to be a sensible way of dealing with the problem. sensible reasonable and practical |
| 15360 |
I don't see how any sensible person could agree with him. sensible reasonable and practical |
| 15361 |
It would be sensible to consult everybody first. sensible be sensible to do something reasonable and practical |
| 15362 |
Ministry officials are sensible to human rights issues. sensible sensible to of knowing or understanding something |
| 15363 |
We plan to impose limitations on the use of cars in the city. limitation limitation on a rule or situation that puts a limit on something |
| 15364 |
Not all the information could be displayed due to space limitations. limitation space size limitations a rule or situation that puts a limit on something |
| 15365 |
an agreement on the limitation of arms exports limitation limitation of the act or process of putting a limit on something |
| 15366 |
His research demonstrated the limitations of intelligence testing techniques. limitation a disadvantage or weak point that makes someone or something less effective |
| 15367 |
She has her limitations as an actress. limitation a disadvantage or weak point that makes someone or something less effective |
| 15368 |
the newly appointed chairperson of the company newly recently: used before past participles or adjectives |
| 15369 |
newly privatized industries newly recently: used before past participles or adjectives |
| 15370 |
Too much walking tires her. tire to become tired, or to make someone feel tired |
| 15371 |
Players tire easily in such intense heat. tire to become tired, or to make someone feel tired |
| 15372 |
The war had crippled the country's economy. cripple to damage something severely, or to prevent it from working properly |
| 15373 |
These shoes are crippling me. cripple to make a part of someone's body very painful, especially when they walk |
| 15374 |
I burnt my tongue on the hot coffee. tongue the long soft piece of flesh fixed to the bottom of your mouth that you use for tasting, speaking etc |
| 15375 |
English was clearly not his native tongue. tongue your native tongue a language |
| 15376 |
They were speaking in some foreign tongue. tongue a foreign tongue a language |
| 15377 |
She has a rather sharp tongue. tongue a sharp tongue (=a severe and unkind way of speaking to people) a particular way of speaking or writing |
| 15378 |
I hope you've not allowed yourself to be persuaded by Laura's silver tongue. tongue a silver tongue (=an ability to talk well and persuade people) a particular way of speaking or writing |
| 15379 |
a tongue of flame fire tongue tongue of something that looks like or moves like a tongue |
| 15380 |
I had trouble getting my tongue round some of their names. tongue get your tongue round something to pronounce a difficult or strange word |
| 15381 |
If you can't keep a civil tongue in your head, just keep quiet. tongue keep a civil tongue in your head used for telling someone not to be rude |
| 15382 |
It's not exactly a name that rolls off the tongue. tongue roll trip slip off the tongue to be easy to pronounce |
| 15383 |
Leaving his car parked outside her house was bound to set tongues wagging. tongue set start tongues wagging if tongues wag, people say unkind things about someone |
| 15384 |
I suspect he wrote that with tongue in cheek. tongue with (your) tongue in (your) cheek if you write or say something with tongue in cheek, you intend it to be humorous and do not mean it seriously |
| 15385 |
Thousands of refugees have entered the camps along the borders in recent days. refugee someone who leaves their country, especially during a war or other threatening event |
| 15386 |
Households differ widely in their size and composition. composition the way that something is formed from separate parts or people |
| 15387 |
the chemical composition of stars composition the way that something is formed from separate parts or people |
| 15388 |
The railway runs alongside the road. alongside along the side of something, or close to the side of it |
| 15389 |
The Russian flag was flying alongside the American Stars and Stripes. alongside along the side of something, or close to the side of it |
| 15390 |
Volunteers worked alongside professional builders in a massive reconstruction programme. alongside if you work alongside someone, you work with them in the same place and for the same purpose |
| 15391 |
Leslie Caron starred alongside Maurice Chevalier in the musical Gigi. alongside if you work alongside someone, you work with them in the same place and for the same purpose |
| 15392 |
We worked alongside people from 71 other countries. alongside if you work alongside someone, you work with them in the same place and for the same purpose |
| 15393 |
In the battle, British troops fought alongside US marines. alongside if you play or fight alongside someone in a game or war, you play or fight in the same team or on the same side with them |
| 15394 |
When he dies he will take his place alongside Shakespeare and Dickens as one of the truly great writers of his time. alongside important enough to be considered as being in the same class as someone or something else that is well known |
| 15395 |
She was given responsibility for difficult children alongside her existing workload. alongside if different systems, processes, or ideas exist alongside each other, they exist at the same time |
| 15396 |
Our profits seem small alongside the amounts that the big companies make. alongside used for showing that you are comparing one person or thing with another |
| 15397 |
They imposed a ceiling on agricultural imports. ceiling an upper limit set on the number or amount of something |
| 15398 |
A ceiling of 100 was put on all donations. ceiling an upper limit set on the number or amount of something |
| 15399 |
The case highlights the need for adequate controls on such experiments. highlight to describe something in a way that makes people notice it and think about it |
| 15400 |
The incident has served to highlight the problems of urban deprivation. highlight highlight a problem danger difficulty to describe something in a way that makes people notice it and think about it |
| 15401 |
a campaign aimed at highlighting the plight of Rio's street children highlight highlight someone's plight (=make people realize that someone is in a very bad situation) to describe something in a way that makes people notice it and think about it |
| 15402 |
Using contrasting colours will highlight the shape and dimensions of your room. highlight to make something easier to see or notice |
| 15403 |
Other festival highlights include a new children's opera by Christopher Brown. highlight the most exciting, impressive, or interesting part of an event |
| 15404 |
The highlight of the trip was visiting the Great Wall of China. highlight highlight of the most exciting, impressive, or interesting part of an event |
| 15405 |
Spilling my coffee was the main highlight of the day. highlight used about something that is not very exciting at all |
| 15406 |
I like to watch the highlights of the day's tennis. highlight the most interesting or exciting parts of something such as a sports match that are broadcast on television after it has finished |
| 15407 |
a girl with blonde highlights highlight pieces of hair that are a lighter colour than the rest |
| 15408 |
Michael tapped his nose with his forefinger. tap to touch someone or something gently and to move them slightly, or to make a soft knocking sound |
| 15409 |
He tapped another code into the computer. tap to touch someone or something gently and to move them slightly, or to make a soft knocking sound |
| 15410 |
Several young men sat tapping away at keyboards (=using computers). tap to touch someone or something gently and to move them slightly, or to make a soft knocking sound |
| 15411 |
We could hear someone tapping at the door. tap tap at on against to touch someone or something gently and to move them slightly, or to make a soft knocking sound |
| 15412 |
I tapped him on the shoulder and he jumped. tap tap someone on something to touch someone or something gently and to move them slightly, or to make a soft knocking sound |
| 15413 |
The scheme aimed to tap underground water resources. tap to get a substance from a particular place or object |
| 15414 |
tapping trees for rubber tap to get a substance from a particular place or object |
| 15415 |
I'll have to tap Mum for my bus fare. tap tap someone for something to get money from a particular person |
| 15416 |
Are you tapping your staff's full potential? tap if you tap something such as someone's ability or a supply of information, you use it or get some benefit from it |
| 15417 |
Several other companies were already tapping this market. tap if you tap something such as someone's ability or a supply of information, you use it or get some benefit from it |
| 15418 |
There's no hot water coming out of the hot tap. tap an object used for controlling how much water, gas, or liquid comes out from a pipe or container. The American word for a tap that controls water is faucet |
| 15419 |
Just turn the cold tap on for a few seconds. tap turn a tap off on (=stop or start the water flowing) an object used for controlling how much water, gas, or liquid comes out from a pipe or container. The American word for a tap that controls water is faucet |
| 15420 |
I felt a tap on my shoulder. tap the action or sound of touching someone or something gently |
| 15421 |
A few taps with a hammer and it was fixed. tap the action or sound of touching someone or something gently |
| 15422 |
She suspected they'd put a tap on her phone. tap electronic equipment used for listening secretly to someone's telephone conversations |
| 15423 |
My daughter takes ballet and tap. tap tap dancing |
| 15424 |
We have lemonade on tap at the bar. tap if a liquid or gas is on tap, it can be taken from a pipe or container using a tap |
| 15425 |
The Internet makes it possible to have all kinds of information on tap at any time. tap easily available |
| 15426 |
What's on tap for tomorrow? tap planned for a particular time |
| 15427 |
The origins of the universe are still a mystery. universe space and everything that exists in it, including the Earth and all the other planets |
| 15428 |
Do you think we are the only form of intelligent life in the universe? universe space and everything that exists in it, including the Earth and all the other planets |
| 15429 |
The children are the centre of her universe. universe someone's life |
| 15430 |
He thinks he's the best-looking man in the universe. universe in the universe used for emphasizing that something is very special or unusual |
| 15431 |
Read the washing instructions on the label. label a piece of paper or material fastened to an object that gives information about it |
| 15432 |
You can get sticky labels printed with your address. label a piece of paper or material fastened to an object that gives information about it |
| 15433 |
They signed to one of the smaller independent labels. label a company that produces records |
| 15434 |
Their album was released on the Digital Experience label. label a company that produces records |
| 15435 |
After working with Armani, he launched his own label. label a company that designs and makes expensive clothes |
| 15436 |
Even little kids all want to wear designer labels. label a piece of clothing that has been made by a well-known designer |
| 15437 |
He said he sometimes got tired of his 'bad guy' label. label a word or phrase that is used to describe someone or something, especially one that is not completely fair or true |
| 15438 |
These three bottles must be clearly labelled 'Poison'. label to put a label on an object |
| 15439 |
She labelled all her video cassettes with the name and date. label label something with something to put a label on an object |
| 15440 |
We shouldn't label these boys as criminals so early in their lives. label label someone something as something to use a word or phrase to describe someone or something, especially one that is not completely fair or true |
| 15441 |
Her latest movie has been labelled a disaster by the critics. label label someone something something to use a word or phrase to describe someone or something, especially one that is not completely fair or true |
| 15442 |
current food labelling regulations label |
| 15443 |
an incidental observation incidental related to something but considered less important |
| 15444 |
You will receive an allowance for meals and incidental expenses. incidental incidental expenses (=small costs connected with an activity) related to something but considered less important |
| 15445 |
Information skills are not merely incidental to the curriculum but central to it. incidental incidental to related to something but considered less important |
| 15446 |
incidental damage incidental accidentally happening as a result of an activity or process |
| 15447 |
the costs of travel, hotels, refreshments, and other incidentals incidental something that is related to something else but is not as important |
| 15448 |
Before 1914 divorce was largely confined to the upper classes. confine be confined to someone something if something is confined to one area or group of people, it happens only in that area or affects only that group of people |
| 15449 |
The risk of infection is confined to relatively small groups. confine if something is confined to one area or group of people, it happens only in that area or affects only that group of people |
| 15450 |
I shall attempt to confine the discussion to broad principles. confine confine something to something to keep an activity within particular limits |
| 15451 |
Many prisoners are confined to their cells for long periods of time. confine confine someone to something to force someone to stay in a place and prevent them from leaving |
| 15452 |
Ill health kept him confined to his room. confine confine someone to something to make someone stay in a place because they are too ill, weak, or disabled to leave |
| 15453 |
They managed to confine the fire to the engine room. confine confine something to something to prevent something dangerous from spreading |
| 15454 |
She opened her mouth to scream. scream to make a loud high cry because you are hurt, frightened, or excited |
| 15455 |
They had their arms in the air and were screaming with delight. scream scream with to make a loud high cry because you are hurt, frightened, or excited |
| 15456 |
We could hear the passengers screaming in terror. scream scream in to make a loud high cry because you are hurt, frightened, or excited |
| 15457 |
She heard Anna scream her name. scream to shout something in a loud, high voice |
| 15458 |
Nobody heard them screaming for help. scream scream for to shout something in a loud, high voice |
| 15459 |
I felt like screaming at him. scream scream at to shout something in a loud, high voice |
| 15460 |
Anyone who had not finished would have abuse screamed at them. scream scream abuse (=shout rude or offensive remarks) to shout something in a loud, high voice |
| 15461 |
The engines were now screaming at full power. scream to make a very loud high noise |
| 15462 |
'Devil Dogs', the headlines screamed. scream to state something in a loud way that is difficult to ignore, or to be immediately obvious |
| 15463 |
It was the kind of shirt that screamed vulgarity. scream to state something in a loud way that is difficult to ignore, or to be immediately obvious |
| 15464 |
It's a badly written essay, and the grammatical mistakes just scream out at you. scream to state something in a loud way that is difficult to ignore, or to be immediately obvious |
| 15465 |
He heard screams coming from the hotel lobby. scream a loud high noise that you make because you are hurt, frightened, or excited |
| 15466 |
screams of laughter terror rage pain scream scream of a loud high noise that you make because you are hurt, frightened, or excited |
| 15467 |
She gave a little scream of delight. scream give let out a scream a loud high noise that you make because you are hurt, frightened, or excited |
| 15468 |
the noise of the gunshot and the scream of the tyres scream a very loud high noise |
| 15469 |
I really like Jane, she's a scream. scream be a scream to be extremely funny |
| 15470 |
Just give him the money and you can be rid of him. rid be rid of to be no longer affected by someone or something that is annoying, unpleasant, or not wanted |
| 15471 |
I'm glad to be rid of all this extra work. rid be glad to be rid of someone something to be no longer affected by someone or something that is annoying, unpleasant, or not wanted |
| 15472 |
Most people would say you were well rid of him. rid be well rid of someone something (=be in a much better position without someone or something) to be no longer affected by someone or something that is annoying, unpleasant, or not wanted |
| 15473 |
We're moving, so we have to get rid of a lot of our furniture. rid to throw away, give away, or sell a possession that you no longer want or need |
| 15474 |
a fast effective way to get rid of weeds rid to take action that stops something annoying, unpleasant, or not wanted from affecting you |
| 15475 |
I wish I could get rid of this cold. rid to take action that stops something annoying, unpleasant, or not wanted from affecting you |
| 15476 |
I'm sure he knew we were trying to get rid of him! rid to make someone go away because they are annoying, unpleasant, or not wanted |
| 15477 |
There is widespread acceptance of these principles. acceptance acceptance of general agreement that something is true, reasonable, or cannot be changed |
| 15478 |
a society that valued the unquestioning acceptance of tradition acceptance general agreement that something is true, reasonable, or cannot be changed |
| 15479 |
Anti-racist policies were gradually gaining acceptance at that time. acceptance gain win acceptance general agreement that something is true, reasonable, or cannot be changed |
| 15480 |
Acceptance of the offer is the first step to a merger. acceptance agreement to a plan, offer, or suggestion |
| 15481 |
the candidate's acceptance speech (=a speech given formally accepting a public position) acceptance agreement to a plan, offer, or suggestion |
| 15482 |
Her mood was one of resigned acceptance. acceptance an attitude of accepting a difficult or unpleasant situation because you know that it cannot be changed or avoided |
| 15483 |
a religion that teaches acceptance of suffering acceptance an attitude of accepting a difficult or unpleasant situation because you know that it cannot be changed or avoided |
| 15484 |
The new merchant class was anxious for acceptance from the old nobility. acceptance the fact of allowing someone to become part of a group or community and making them feel welcome |
| 15485 |
a detective agency detective someone who is paid by other people to find out information |
| 15486 |
I'm reading a detective novel. detective a detective story or film is one in which a detective tries to solve a crime |
| 15487 |
The yacht sailed into harbour. sail if a boat sails, it moves across the surface of a sea, lake, river etc |
| 15488 |
The boat was never designed to sail such rough seas. sail if a boat sails, it moves across the surface of a sea, lake, river etc |
| 15489 |
Sail to Greece aboard the SS Monterey. sail to travel somewhere by boat or ship |
| 15490 |
We sail for Guadalajara early tomorrow morning. sail to begin a journey by boat or ship |
| 15491 |
It's a great opportunity to learn to sail. sail to control the movement of a boat or ship, especially one that uses the wind to move it |
| 15492 |
They spent their holiday sailing the Caribbean (=sailing a boat around the Caribbean). sail to control the movement of a boat or ship, especially one that uses the wind to move it |
| 15493 |
He sailed past us without even saying a word. sail to move quickly and easily |
| 15494 |
The ball sailed over his head and into the goal. sail to move quickly and easily |
| 15495 |
The ship set sail on Wednesday. sail set sail to begin a journey across water |
| 15496 |
Stir in the lemon juice and adjust the seasoning. adjust to change something slightly in order to make it better, more accurate, or more effective |
| 15497 |
The figures have been adjusted for inflation. adjust adjust something for something (=change something to show the effect of something else) to change something slightly in order to make it better, more accurate, or more effective |
| 15498 |
She stopped to adjust the strap on her sandal. adjust to move something slightly so that it is in the right place or is more comfortable |
| 15499 |
When economic circumstances change, businesses need time to adjust. adjust to get used to a new situation by changing your ideas or the way you do things |
| 15500 |
It took her two years to adjust to life in England. adjust adjust to to get used to a new situation by changing your ideas or the way you do things |
| 15501 |
Give your eyes time to adjust. adjust if your eyes adjust to darkness or light, they get used to it and you begin to be able to see clearly again |
| 15502 |
Her eyes gradually adjusted to the gloom. adjust adjust to if your eyes adjust to darkness or light, they get used to it and you begin to be able to see clearly again |
| 15503 |
a fashion designer designer someone whose job is to decide how to make things or to decide their shape or appearance |
| 15504 |
designer jeans designer designer clothes are made by a famous designer and are usually expensive and fashionable |
| 15505 |
clothes with designer labels designer designer clothes are made by a famous designer and are usually expensive and fashionable |
| 15506 |
designer sandwiches designer used about other expensive things that are bought, used, or done by people who like to be fashionable |
| 15507 |
He has won this tournament for four years running. running four weeks five years six times etc running four weeks five years six times etc following one after another |
| 15508 |
a summit of EU leaders summit a meeting or series of meetings between leaders of two or more countries |
| 15509 |
a summit meeting on AIDS summit a meeting or series of meetings between leaders of two or more countries |
| 15510 |
The summit will be held in Madrid in June. summit a meeting or series of meetings between leaders of two or more countries |
| 15511 |
They camped about 1,000 feet from the summit. summit the top of a mountain |
| 15512 |
His appointment as a cabinet minister was the summit of his career. summit the highest level of achievement in something |
| 15513 |
We would like to see more participation by younger people. participation the process of taking part in something |
| 15514 |
The Prime Minister's participation in the economic summit is seen as vital to its success. participation participation in the process of taking part in something |
| 15515 |
He would not make any gesture that would show weakness. weakness the state or condition of being weak |
| 15516 |
the increasing weakness of the government weakness weakness of the state or condition of being weak |
| 15517 |
You took advantage of me at a moment of weakness. weakness the state or condition of being weak |
| 15518 |
There are a number of weaknesses in this approach. weakness weakness in a fault or problem that makes something or someone less effective or attractive |
| 15519 |
They listed the strengths and weaknesses of their product. weakness weakness of a fault or problem that makes something or someone less effective or attractive |
| 15520 |
You know my weakness for chocolate. weakness weakness for a person's love or enjoyment of something |
| 15521 |
His so-called friends betrayed him. so-called used for showing that you think a word used for describing someone or something is not suitable |
| 15522 |
The so-called easy method seemed the hardest of all. so-called used for showing that you think a word used for describing someone or something is not suitable |
| 15523 |
They've found the flight recorder, the so-called black box. so-called used for saying that a particular word is usually used for referring to someone or something |
| 15524 |
The company was accused of being slow to adapt. adapt to change your ideas or behaviour so that you can deal with a new situation |
| 15525 |
Most students have little difficulty adapting to college life. adapt adapt to to change your ideas or behaviour so that you can deal with a new situation |
| 15526 |
Courses can be adapted to suit the needs of the individual. adapt to change something to make it more suitable for a new use or situation |
| 15527 |
a specially adapted car adapt to change something to make it more suitable for a new use or situation |
| 15528 |
You can adapt this fabric for anything from divers' suits to gloves. adapt adapt for to change something to make it more suitable for a new use or situation |
| 15529 |
The film is adapted from a Michael Crichton novel. adapt adapt something from something to change a book or play so that it can be made into a film, TV programme etc |
| 15530 |
The timber expands as it absorbs moisture. absorb to take in a gas, liquid, or other substance |
| 15531 |
Caffeine is rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream. absorb absorb something into something to take in a gas, liquid, or other substance |
| 15532 |
The planes are fitted with a device that absorbs enemy radar signals. absorb to take in heat, light, or some other form of energy, instead of reflecting it |
| 15533 |
Most of the refugees were absorbed by the growing service sector. absorb to make a small group, organization etc become part of a larger one |
| 15534 |
Since the end of the war, France had endeavoured to absorb the Saar region into their country. absorb absorb something into something to make a small group, organization etc become part of a larger one |
| 15535 |
After the war, the whole region was absorbed into the Roman Empire. absorb be absorbed into something to make a small group, organization etc become part of a larger one |
| 15536 |
Over the centuries, they gradually absorbed Islamic ideas about design and architecture. absorb to allow ideas, methods etc to become part of your own way of thinking or culture |
| 15537 |
His music has absorbed influences from all over the world. absorb to allow ideas, methods etc to become part of your own way of thinking or culture |
| 15538 |
We had to absorb a lot of new information very quickly. absorb to learn and understand new facts, so that they become part of your knowledge |
| 15539 |
a game that had absorbed the children all afternoon absorb if something absorbs you, it is so interesting or entertaining that it takes all your attention |
| 15540 |
Jump with your knees bent, so they absorb less impact. absorb to reduce the harmful effects of a physical force |
| 15541 |
Oil companies say they will absorb these price rises, and not pass them on to customers. absorb to deal with the harmful effects of a change, so that problems are avoided |
| 15542 |
Agricultural subsidies absorb about half the EU's income. absorb to use or need a lot of something, especially money |
| 15543 |
I had not seen her since our brief encounter two years before. encounter a meeting, especially one that was not planned |
| 15544 |
We had a frighteningly close encounter with a black bear. encounter a close encounter a meeting, especially one that was not planned |
| 15545 |
Risk of exposure to HIV increases with each casual encounter. encounter an occasion when people have sex, especially in a way that was not planned |
| 15546 |
The march ended in a violent encounter with the police. encounter an occasion when people meet and fight or argue |
| 15547 |
Their last encounter ended in a draw. encounter a meeting between opponents in a sports competition |
| 15548 |
my earliest encounter with the theatre encounter encounter with an experience or discovery of a particular kind |
| 15549 |
We encountered one small problem during the trial run. encounter to experience or deal with something, especially a problem |
| 15550 |
The rebels encountered no opposition on their march into the city. encounter to experience or deal with something, especially a problem |
| 15551 |
the most critical person I had ever encountered encounter to meet someone or to see something for the first time |
| 15552 |
The long wait only added to our excitement. excitement the feeling of being excited |
| 15553 |
There was great excitement amongst the crowd as they waited for the president to arrive. excitement the feeling of being excited |
| 15554 |
the excitement of qualifying for a major championship excitement excitement of the feeling of being excited |
| 15555 |
In his excitement, Peter rushed out and forgot his keys. excitement in someone's excitement (=because someone is excited) the feeling of being excited |
| 15556 |
After the excitements of the tour, I found it difficult to readjust to life at home. excitement something that makes you feel excited |
| 15557 |
He laid every brick himself. brick a block used for building walls and other structures |
| 15558 |
The church was built entirely of brick. brick bricks used as a building material |
| 15559 |
a brick wall brick bricks used as a building material |
| 15560 |
The windows were all bricked up. brick brick up to fill a space in a wall with bricks |
| 15561 |
Her father is completely blind. blind unable to see. Some people prefer to use the expression visually impaired |
| 15562 |
Blind and sighted children attend the same school. blind unable to see. Some people prefer to use the expression visually impaired |
| 15563 |
The disease made her go blind in one eye. blind go blind unable to see. Some people prefer to use the expression visually impaired |
| 15564 |
How can you be so blind? He's obviously lying. blind unable to realize or admit the truth about something |
| 15565 |
The council is wilfully blind to the problems caused by the new regulations. blind blind to unable to realize or admit the truth about something |
| 15566 |
Their opposition to the plan seemed to be driven by blind prejudice. blind a blind emotion or belief is so strong that you do not question it in any way, even if it is unreasonable |
| 15567 |
blind loyalty to the leadership blind blind faith obedience loyalty etc a blind emotion or belief is so strong that you do not question it in any way, even if it is unreasonable |
| 15568 |
In a blind panic, I dropped the bag and ran. blind blind panic rage terror a blind emotion or belief is so strong that you do not question it in any way, even if it is unreasonable |
| 15569 |
She overtook on a blind bend and crashed. blind a blind corner is one where you cannot see what is coming towards you |
| 15570 |
They didn't take a blind bit of notice and just went on talking. blind a blind bit of any. Used for adding emphasis to a negative statement |
| 15571 |
We're not supposed to park here, but the authorities usually turn a blind eye. blind turn a blind eye (to something) to pretend you do not notice something, because you should do something about it but you do not want to |
| 15572 |
Meningitis can cause blindness. blind |
| 15573 |
This statement revealed a complete blindness to reality. blind |
| 15574 |
The pilot had to fly blind. blind without being able to see what is happening or where you are going |
| 15575 |
He found out she'd been robbing him blind for months. blind rob cheat someone blind to succeed completely in cheating someone and taking their money |
| 15576 |
You can adjust the blinds to keep out the glare. blind a window cover that you pull down from the top to the bottom |
| 15577 |
She was blinded in a car crash at the age of 21. blind to damage someone's eyes so that they are unable to see again |
| 15578 |
The low sun blinded her as she drove up the hill. blind to make someone unable to see for a short time |
| 15579 |
For a moment he was blinded by tears. blind to make someone unable to see for a short time |
| 15580 |
The crowd was blinded by his rhetoric. blind to prevent someone from realizing or admitting the truth about something |
| 15581 |
Her hatred blinded her to the fact that Joe could have helped her. blind blind someone to something to prevent someone from realizing or admitting the truth about something |
| 15582 |
The sticks were tied in bundles with wire. wire a long thin piece of metal like a thread |
| 15583 |
a piece bit length of wire wire a long thin piece of metal like a thread |
| 15584 |
copper steel gold wire wire a long thin piece of metal like a thread |
| 15585 |
a coil roll of wire wire a long thin piece of metal like a thread |
| 15586 |
a wire coat-hanger wire made from wire |
| 15587 |
a wire fence cage wire made from wire |
| 15588 |
wire netting mesh fencing wire made from wire |
| 15589 |
telephone wires wire a long thin piece of metal that carries electricity or telephone signals |
| 15590 |
We got our wires crossed about what time we were supposed to meet. wire get your wires crossed if two people get their wires crossed, they become confused because they each think that the other one is talking about something else |
| 15591 |
Talks went down to the wire, with agreement being reached at the very last minute. wire to go (right) down to the wire to only be decided or become clear at the last possible moment |
| 15592 |
A few last-minute applications for the job slipped in under the wire. wire under the wire just before the time when something ends or the time when it must be finished |
| 15593 |
The kids are taught how to wire a plug. wire to connect a piece of electrical equipment to something, or to connect the wires inside a piece of equipment |
| 15594 |
The patients are wired up to various machines for tests. wire to connect a piece of electrical equipment to something, or to connect the wires inside a piece of equipment |
| 15595 |
Doctors will wire the sections of broken bone together. wire to join things together using wire |
| 15596 |
That year, crop failure led to widespread famine. crop a plant grown for food, usually on a farm |
| 15597 |
They're all out planting the crops today. crop a plant grown for food, usually on a farm |
| 15598 |
the possible health risks posed by genetically modified crops crop a plant grown for food, usually on a farm |
| 15599 |
a good crop of potatoes crop an amount of crops grown in a particular year |
| 15600 |
Last year we had a bumper crop of strawberries. crop a bumper crop (=a very large crop) an amount of crops grown in a particular year |
| 15601 |
this summer's crop of Hollywood films crop crop of several things that happen or are produced at the same time |
| 15602 |
this year's crop of rookie politicians crop crop of several people who achieve something or become known for something at the same time |
| 15603 |
a transition period transition the process of changing from one situation, form, or state to another |
| 15604 |
The author gives an interesting description of a society in transition. transition in transition the process of changing from one situation, form, or state to another |
| 15605 |
It's not always a smooth transition from school to university. transition a transition from something to something the process of changing from one situation, form, or state to another |
| 15606 |
The transition between winter and spring lasts only a few weeks. transition transition between the process of changing from one situation, form, or state to another |
| 15607 |
He's finding it difficult to make the transition to parenthood. transition make the transition (=change from one situation etc to another) the process of changing from one situation, form, or state to another |
| 15608 |
The diet makes the blood less sticky, thereby helping to prevent heart disease. thereby because of, or by means of, what has just been mentioned |
| 15609 |
The aim of the military action was to open the roads to Sarajevo and thereby end the capital's 40-month siege. thereby because of, or by means of, what has just been mentioned |
| 15610 |
a personal assistant assistant someone whose job is to help another person in their work, for example by doing the easier parts of it |
| 15611 |
an assistant manager assistant used as part of a title for someone whose job is to help someone who is in charge of doing something |
| 15612 |
She's been totally deaf since birth. deaf totally partially deaf not able to hear anything, or not able to hear very well. Many deaf people wear a hearing aid to help them hear. Deaf people often use their hands to communicate in sign language, and many can lip-read what other people are saying |
| 15613 |
He has specialist training in working with profoundly deaf students. deaf profoundly deaf (=completely deaf) not able to hear anything, or not able to hear very well. Many deaf people wear a hearing aid to help them hear. Deaf people often use their hands to communicate in sign language, and many can lip-read what other people are saying |
| 15614 |
I'm a little deaf in one ear. deaf deaf in not able to hear anything, or not able to hear very well. Many deaf people wear a hearing aid to help them hear. Deaf people often use their hands to communicate in sign language, and many can lip-read what other people are saying |
| 15615 |
Deaf to protest, the government has continued with its plan. deaf deaf to something not willing to listen to something |
| 15616 |
a continuous flow of water continuous continuing without stopping or being interrupted |
| 15617 |
a continuous hum from the air conditioner continuous continuing without stopping or being interrupted |
| 15618 |
It rained continuously for five days. continuous |
| 15619 |
a pop rock concert concert an event at which an orchestra, band, or musician plays or sings in front of an audience |
| 15620 |
a concert pianist (=who performs in concerts) concert an event at which an orchestra, band, or musician plays or sings in front of an audience |
| 15621 |
an opportunity to see Leila Josefovicz in concert concert in concert performing music or songs in a concert |
| 15622 |
The buyout was planned by a number of companies acting in concert. concert in concert (with someone) if two or more people do something in concert, they do it together |
| 15623 |
She had small round breasts. breast one of the two round soft parts on the front of a woman's body that produce milk when she has a baby |
| 15624 |
breast cancer breast one of the two round soft parts on the front of a woman's body that produce milk when she has a baby |
| 15625 |
The male has a bright orange breast. breast the front part of a bird's body |
| 15626 |
chicken breast breast meat from a bird's breast, or from the front part of the body of some other animals |
| 15627 |
breast of lamb breast meat from a bird's breast, or from the front part of the body of some other animals |
| 15628 |
It's an extraordinary story. extraordinary very unusual and surprising |
| 15629 |
The whole idea is most extraordinary. extraordinary most quite extraordinary very unusual and surprising |
| 15630 |
It's extraordinary that no one disagreed with him. extraordinary it is extraordinary that very unusual and surprising |
| 15631 |
His courage and determination were extraordinary. extraordinary much better or worse than is usual |
| 15632 |
The picture does not capture her extraordinary beauty. extraordinary much better or worse than is usual |
| 15633 |
shocked by his extraordinary behaviour extraordinary much better or worse than is usual |
| 15634 |
an extraordinary meeting session extraordinary done in addition to the normal activities or costs of an organization |
| 15635 |
In such circumstances the school had to take extraordinary measures. extraordinary done in addition to the normal activities or costs of an organization |
| 15636 |
the bomb squad squad a small group of soldiers who do a particular job |
| 15637 |
the drugs squad squad a department in a police force that deals with a particular type of crime |
| 15638 |
peaches and cream cream a thick yellowish-white liquid taken from the top of milk |
| 15639 |
Would you like cream or ice cream with your apple pie? cream a thick yellowish-white liquid taken from the top of milk |
| 15640 |
fish in cream sauce cream used about food that contains cream |
| 15641 |
cream cakes cream used about food that contains cream |
| 15642 |
skin cream cream a thick smooth substance that you put on your skin, for example to protect it from the sun |
| 15643 |
sun cream cream a thick smooth substance that you put on your skin, for example to protect it from the sun |
| 15644 |
antiseptic cream cream a thick smooth substance that you put on your skin, for example to protect it from the sun |
| 15645 |
cream of tomato soup cream cream of something a soup containing cream |
| 15646 |
the cream of the world's mountain climbers cream the cream of the best people or things in a particular group |
| 15647 |
a cream skirt cream yellowish-white in colour |
| 15648 |
Cream the butter and sugar together in a bowl. cream to combine two or more things to form a thick smooth mixture |
| 15649 |
creamed potatoes cream to combine two or more things to form a thick smooth mixture |
| 15650 |
We got creamed in last week's game. cream to defeat someone easily and completely |
| 15651 |
Personally, I think we should stick with our original plan. personally used for emphasizing that you are giving your own opinion |
| 15652 |
I personally prefer pizza to burgers. personally used for emphasizing that you are giving your own opinion |
| 15653 |
a breakfast personally prepared by a top chef personally without help, or in a direct way, rather than by a representative |
| 15654 |
Were you personally involved in this decision? personally without help, or in a direct way, rather than by a representative |
| 15655 |
I have never met the man personally. personally without help, or in a direct way, rather than by a representative |
| 15656 |
The invitation was made to me personally, not to the committee. personally in a way intended for you only, rather than for a group of people that you belong to |
| 15657 |
I have nothing against Sandy personally, but her family's a bit strange. personally used for emphasizing that you do not dislike someone, just something that they do or the group they belong to |
| 15658 |
I don't know the man personally, but he used to work for my father. personally as a result of having met someone or of having a relationship with them, usually a friendly one |
| 15659 |
Try not to take it personally when your child will not go to sleep. personally take something personally to feel that a failure or unpleasant situation is your fault and be upset about it |
| 15660 |
How do whales communicate? communicate to express thoughts, feelings, or information to another person or animal, for example by speaking or writing |
| 15661 |
The information was communicated to officials in July 1981. communicate communicate something to someone to express thoughts, feelings, or information to another person or animal, for example by speaking or writing |
| 15662 |
They communicate with each other via email. communicate communicate with to express thoughts, feelings, or information to another person or animal, for example by speaking or writing |
| 15663 |
Can you somehow communicate to him that we're just not interested? communicate communicate to someone that to express thoughts, feelings, or information to another person or animal, for example by speaking or writing |
| 15664 |
She has an amazing ability to communicate enthusiasm. communicate to make someone understand an emotion or idea without expressing it in words |
| 15665 |
He could communicate a feeling of intense excitement to his audiences. communicate communicate something to someone to make someone understand an emotion or idea without expressing it in words |
| 15666 |
She says that they no longer seem to communicate. communicate to let someone know what you are feeling or thinking, so that you have a good relationship |
| 15667 |
The two rooms communicate via a hidden doorway. communicate if one room communicates with another, or if two rooms communicate, you can get into one room from the other |
| 15668 |
He saw the handle of the communicating door start to turn. communicate a communicating door (=between two rooms) if one room communicates with another, or if two rooms communicate, you can get into one room from the other |
| 15669 |
You could see the pride in their faces when they talked about their daughter's acting career. pride a feeling of pleasure and satisfaction that you get when you, or someone connected with you, have achieved something special |
| 15670 |
All the craftsmen take great pride in their work. pride take feel express pride in something a feeling of pleasure and satisfaction that you get when you, or someone connected with you, have achieved something special |
| 15671 |
She can certainly look back on her performance with pride. pride with pride a feeling of pleasure and satisfaction that you get when you, or someone connected with you, have achieved something special |
| 15672 |
It gave her a sense of pride to carry the flag. pride a sense glow of pride a feeling of pleasure and satisfaction that you get when you, or someone connected with you, have achieved something special |
| 15673 |
It hurts his pride that his wife has a job and he doesn't. pride hurt wound injure someone's pride a feeling of respect for yourself |
| 15674 |
Their win has restored national pride. pride restore salvage pride a feeling of respect for yourself |
| 15675 |
foolish pride pride a feeling that you are better or more important than other people |
| 15676 |
That car is her pride and joy. pride someone's pride and joy a person or possession that gives someone a lot of happiness and satisfaction |
| 15677 |
the sad death of an industry that was once the pride of Scotland pride the pride of something someone or something that makes the people in a particular place feel very proud |
| 15678 |
Pride of place in her collection goes to the gold medal she won at the 1996 Olympics. pride take have pride of place to be put in the place that is most central or important |
| 15679 |
We pride ourselves on the quality and thoroughness of our work. pride pride yourself on something to feel proud about an achievement, skill, or special quality that you have |
| 15680 |
Jen prided herself on being fair and honest with all of her students. pride pride yourself on something to feel proud about an achievement, skill, or special quality that you have |
| 15681 |
In a large bowl, mix together the eggs, sugar, and butter. bowl a round container used for eating, serving, or preparing food |
| 15682 |
a bowl of fruit soup bowl a round container used for eating, serving, or preparing food |
| 15683 |
I always eat a bowl of cereal for breakfast. bowl the food in a bowl, or the amount that a bowl contains |
| 15684 |
a washing-up bowl bowl a large container without a lid, used for holding liquids |
| 15685 |
the bowl of a spoon pipe bowl part of an object with a round shape like a bowl |
| 15686 |
a toilet bowl bowl part of an object with a round shape like a bowl |
| 15687 |
The story bowls along at a great pace. bowl bowl along away on etc to travel, move, or progress very quickly and easily |
| 15688 |
technical professional medical expertise expertise special skill or knowledge that you get from experience, training, or study |
| 15689 |
The company is keen to develop its own expertise in the area of computer programming. expertise expertise in special skill or knowledge that you get from experience, training, or study |
| 15690 |
The region is now governed by Morocco. govern to control and manage an area, city, or country and its people |
| 15691 |
The party will not be able to govern alone. govern to control and manage an area, city, or country and its people |
| 15692 |
the laws that govern the movements of the stars govern to control the way that things happen |
| 15693 |
Fear governed their lives. govern if something governs people or their behaviour, it controls or strongly influences them |
| 15694 |
The company is governed by strict environmental regulations. govern to control the way that an organization such as a business or society operates |
| 15695 |
rules governing union elections govern to control the way that an organization such as a business or society operates |
| 15696 |
Companies that violate environmental laws will be heavily fined. violate to do something that is in opposition to a law, agreement, principle etc |
| 15697 |
Human rights are being violated every day in their prisons. violate to do something that is in opposition to a law, agreement, principle etc |
| 15698 |
Enemy jets have repeatedly violated the Allied no-fly zone. violate to enter an area or place without permission |
| 15699 |
I wrestled the map from his hands. wrestle to take, pull, or hold something with difficulty |
| 15700 |
His fingers wrestled with the knot for some time. wrestle wrestle with to take, pull, or hold something with difficulty |
| 15701 |
The police wrestled the thief to the ground and arrested him. wrestle wrestle someone to the ground floor to push someone down onto the ground and to hold them so that they cannot move |
| 15702 |
a leather sofa leather a strong material made from animal skin that is used for making shoes, clothes, bags etc |
| 15703 |
a black leather jacket leather a strong material made from animal skin that is used for making shoes, clothes, bags etc |
| 15704 |
Many political observers believe that the election is already decided. observer someone whose opinions are broadcast or published because they know a lot about a particular subject |
| 15705 |
He was a witty and cynical observer of the social scene. observer observer of someone whose opinions are broadcast or published because they know a lot about a particular subject |
| 15706 |
Foreign observers declared the elections fair. observer foreign outside military independent observers someone who visits a place officially to make sure that something is done fairly and correctly |
| 15707 |
I was invited to attend their conference as an observer. observer someone who is present at an event but takes no active part |
| 15708 |
A trained observer can scan the images in minutes. observer someone who looks at something as their job or as part of an experiment |
| 15709 |
Observers said soldiers opened fire on the camp's inhabitants. observer someone who sees or notices something |
| 15710 |
The most casual observer would have noticed his strange behaviour. observer casual observer (=someone not paying much attention) someone who sees or notices something |
| 15711 |
I made a couple of notes in the margin. margin in the margin the space at the left or right side of a page where words are not usually printed or written |
| 15712 |
Danes voted by a narrow margin (=a small amount) to keep their own currency. margin a wide narrow large small margin the amount by which a competition or election is won |
| 15713 |
Wide safety margins had been set. margin an additional amount of time, space, money etc that you include in order to be certain that you will be safe or successful |
| 15714 |
There's no margin for error – we have to win. margin an additional amount of time, space, money etc that you include in order to be certain that you will be safe or successful |
| 15715 |
The Andes run along the western margin of South America. margin the edge of a place or thing |
| 15716 |
The margin of error in such calculations is very small. margin margin of error the amount by which a number or calculation may be different from the correct one without causing a problem |
| 15717 |
His ideas were relegated to the margins of conservative politics. margin the margins of something the part of society or an organization that is not considered typical or that does not share its beliefs or values |
| 15718 |
a week of anxiety and uncertainty uncertainty a nervous feeling that you have because you think bad things might happen |
| 15719 |
Minimize uncertainty about the future by taking expert advice. uncertainty uncertainty about over as to a nervous feeling that you have because you think bad things might happen |
| 15720 |
There is uncertainty as to how this research can be used. uncertainty uncertainty about over as to the fact that something is not known or has not been decided |
| 15721 |
There's still a degree of uncertainty about the time of the accident. uncertainty a degree of uncertainty (=some uncertainty) the fact that something is not known or has not been decided |
| 15722 |
There is some uncertainty surrounding the future of the club. uncertainty uncertainty surrounds something (=people are very uncertain about it) the fact that something is not known or has not been decided |
| 15723 |
Uncertainties remain about the factory's long-term future. uncertainty something that you cannot be certain about or cannot depend on |
| 15724 |
These latest figures reinforce the view that economic growth is slowing. reinforce to make an idea, belief, or feeling stronger |
| 15725 |
The message that you should not drink and drive needs to be constantly reinforced. reinforce to make an idea, belief, or feeling stronger |
| 15726 |
Feminists often argue that marriage reinforces the inequality between the sexes. reinforce to make a situation, process, or type of behaviour stronger and more likely to continue |
| 15727 |
Crews started work today to reinforce the seriously damaged bridge. reinforce to make a building, structure, or object stronger |
| 15728 |
The men were trying to harass the terrified refugees. harass to keep annoying or upsetting someone, for example by criticizing them, attacking them, or treating them in a way that is offensive to them |
| 15729 |
Connors is alleged to have sexually harassed three women at the conference. harass sexually harass someone (=treat them in a way that is sexually offensive) to keep annoying or upsetting someone, for example by criticizing them, attacking them, or treating them in a way that is offensive to them |
| 15730 |
Nine people died and 54 were injured in the accident. injure to hurt someone and cause damage to their body |
| 15731 |
They were treated for shock but no one was seriously injured. injure be seriously badly severely injured to hurt someone and cause damage to their body |
| 15732 |
He injured his back in Tuesday's game, and will be unable to play tomorrow. injure to do something that damages part of your body |
| 15733 |
lies that might injure his reputation injure to cause harm to someone or something |
| 15734 |
Small shareholders should think carefully before selling any holding. holding a part of a company that someone owns in the form of a share or shares |
| 15735 |
Many of the agricultural holdings are too small to be economically viable. holding a piece of land that someone owns or pays rent for, usually used for farming |
| 15736 |
The Supreme Court banned the holding of a referendum. holding holding of the process of organizing something such as an election or meeting |
| 15737 |
The museum has unusually rich holdings of seventeenth-century Italian art. holding the collections owned by an institution such as a library or museum |
| 15738 |
Over the last decade, earnings rose faster than prices. earnings the amount of money that you earn |
| 15739 |
The calculation is based on your average earnings during this period. earnings the amount of money that you earn |
| 15740 |
The company reported that earnings were down last quarter. earnings the profit made by a company |
| 15741 |
foreign exchange earnings earnings the profit made by a company |
| 15742 |
universal human rights universal involving or affecting everyone in the world |
| 15743 |
the universal language of music universal involving or affecting everyone in the world |
| 15744 |
The proposal has not met with universal agreement. universal involving all the members of a group or society |
| 15745 |
The Act provided for universal free education. universal involving all the members of a group or society |
| 15746 |
a universal rain cover universal suitable for a lot of different situations, sizes, or uses |
| 15747 |
He's universally known as Charlie. universal |
| 15748 |
Her lack of interest in the job was becoming increasingly evident. evident easy to see, notice, or understand |
| 15749 |
It is evident that there will be some job losses. evident it is evident (that) easy to see, notice, or understand |
| 15750 |
The dictionaries were covered in dust. dust very small pieces of dirt that cover surfaces inside buildings like a powder |
| 15751 |
There were clouds of dust in the distance as the truck approached. dust very small pieces of dry earth or sand that are like powder |
| 15752 |
gold coal dust dust very small pieces of something such as wood or metal that form a powder |
| 15753 |
The sideboard is filthy – can you give it a dust? dust the action of dusting something |
| 15754 |
Let's just let the dust settle before we decide what to do. dust let the dust settle to allow a situation to become calm or normal again after something exciting or unusual has happened |
| 15755 |
All our hopes have been turned to dust. dust turn something to dust to completely destroy something |
| 15756 |
If you asked him to lend you money you wouldn't see him for dust. dust you would not see someone for dust used for saying that someone would leave a place very quickly in order to avoid trouble or responsibility |
| 15757 |
I'll just dust the table. dust to wipe the dust off the surface of something such as furniture |
| 15758 |
Elaine has already hoovered and dusted. dust to wipe the dust off the surface of something such as furniture |
| 15759 |
Dust the work surface with flour. dust dust something with something to put a thin layer of powder on something |
| 15760 |
a large number of overseas visitors overseas coming from a country across the sea |
| 15761 |
plans to move production overseas overseas to or in a country across the sea |
| 15762 |
The missing man's family are getting increasingly desperate. desperate very worried and angry because you do not know how to deal with an unpleasant situation |
| 15763 |
In a desperate attempt to escape, he killed the guard. desperate done because you can think of no other way |
| 15764 |
They were sold by families desperate for money to buy food. desperate desperate for needing or wanting something very much |
| 15765 |
She was desperate to see him again. desperate be desperate to do something needing or wanting something very much |
| 15766 |
the desperate plight of the refugees desperate extremely severe or serious |
| 15767 |
Parts of this school are in desperate need of repair. desperate extremely severe or serious |
| 15768 |
Pollution has made it unsafe to swim in the lake. swim to move through water by making movements with your arms and legs |
| 15769 |
Can you swim? swim to move through water by making movements with your arms and legs |
| 15770 |
He swam 500 metres to shore. swim to swim a particular distance, or to swim in a race |
| 15771 |
the first woman to swim the English Channel swim to swim a particular distance, or to swim in a race |
| 15772 |
He can swim breaststroke and backstroke. swim to swim in a particular style |
| 15773 |
The food was swimming in grease. swim swimming in with something covered in a lot of a liquid |
| 15774 |
Why don't we go for a swim this afternoon? swim go for a swim an occasion when you swim |
| 15775 |
I've had a lovely swim. swim have a swim an occasion when you swim |
| 15776 |
Chocolate is best kept as an occasional treat. occasional happening sometimes, but not frequently or regularly |
| 15777 |
Joe's a solid player with occasional flashes of brilliance. occasional happening sometimes, but not frequently or regularly |
| 15778 |
He made occasional visits to London. occasional occasional visit trip excursion happening sometimes, but not frequently or regularly |
| 15779 |
The club was granted an occasional licence to sell alcoholic drinks. occasional intended for special occasions |
| 15780 |
Nothing will be deducted from your pay without your consent. deduct deduct something from something to take an amount or number from a total |
| 15781 |
trouser pockets legs trouser relating to trousers |
| 15782 |
It's a small house, but the garden is surprisingly large. surprisingly in an unusual or unexpected way |
| 15783 |
Not surprisingly, everyone got drunk at the wedding. surprisingly not surprisingly in an unusual or unexpected way |
| 15784 |
The band will release their third album in May. album make record release an album a CD, record, or cassette with several songs or pieces of music on it |
| 15785 |
a song taken from Placebo's debut album album debut album (=a first album) a CD, record, or cassette with several songs or pieces of music on it |
| 15786 |
Fans are eagerly awaiting the release of her first solo album. album solo album a CD, record, or cassette with several songs or pieces of music on it |
| 15787 |
Together we looked through her father's photograph album. album a book in which you can collect things such as photographs, stamps, or autographs |
| 15788 |
an album of stamps from around the world album album of a book in which you can collect things such as photographs, stamps, or autographs |
| 15789 |
I didn't want to disturb you in the middle of a meeting. disturb to interrupt someone and stop them from continuing what they were doing |
| 15790 |
Sorry to disturb you, but do you know where Miss Springer is? disturb to interrupt someone and stop them from continuing what they were doing |
| 15791 |
Her sleep was disturbed by a violent hammering on the door. disturb to interrupt someone and stop them from continuing what they were doing |
| 15792 |
Ministers declared themselves profoundly disturbed by the violence. disturb to upset and worry someone a lot |
| 15793 |
A soft breeze gently disturbed the surface of the pool. disturb to make something move |
| 15794 |
Not even a breath of wind disturbed the beautiful scene. disturb to do something that stops a place or situation from being pleasant, calm, or peaceful |
| 15795 |
Irish literature Irish relating to Ireland, or its language or culture |
| 15796 |
an amendment to the Local Government Bill amendment amendment to a change made to a law or agreement |
| 15797 |
The Liberal Democrats have tabled an amendment to the bill. amendment propose table introduce an amendment a change made to a law or agreement |
| 15798 |
his First Amendment right to free speech amendment one of the changes that has been made to the US constitution |
| 15799 |
I have made several amendments to the script. amendment amendment to a change made in a document or plan |
| 15800 |
He was the chief architect of the country's new economic policy. architect the chief principal architect the person who has the idea for something such as a plan or policy and makes it happen |
| 15801 |
I would like to put forward several objections to this proposal. objection objection to a statement that shows that you disagree with a plan, or a reason for your disagreement |
| 15802 |
I think I'll go home now, if you've no objection. objection have no objection a statement that shows that you disagree with a plan, or a reason for your disagreement |
| 15803 |
They raised no objections to the plans. objection raise make an objection (=express an objection) a statement that shows that you disagree with a plan, or a reason for your disagreement |
| 15804 |
The road was built despite strong objections from local residents. objection strong serious objection a statement that shows that you disagree with a plan, or a reason for your disagreement |
| 15805 |
For birth rates in the 1990s, see the chart on page 247. chart a list, drawing, or graph showing information in a way that is easy to understand |
| 15806 |
Enter your results on the chart. chart a list, drawing, or graph showing information in a way that is easy to understand |
| 15807 |
Their new single is likely to top the charts again this week. chart a list showing the CDs that people have bought the most copies of in the previous week |
| 15808 |
A team visits every week to chart their progress. chart to record how something develops and changes |
| 15809 |
They have already begun charting the course for the next campaign. chart to plan a journey or course of action |
| 15810 |
dairy cattle (=cows kept for their milk) cattle cows and bulls kept by farmers for their milk or meat. A group of cattle is called a herd |
| 15811 |
a cattle ranch cattle cows and bulls kept by farmers for their milk or meat. A group of cattle is called a herd |
| 15812 |
I wasn't sure how you would react. react to behave in a particular way because of something that is happening around you or something that someone is doing to you |
| 15813 |
The financial markets reacted badly to the latest news on inflation. react react to to behave in a particular way because of something that is happening around you or something that someone is doing to you |
| 15814 |
Workers reacted angrily to the news of more job losses at the factory. react to behave in a particular way because of something that is happening around you or something that someone is doing to you |
| 15815 |
When the parliament formally criticized him, Yeltsin reacted by threatening to close it down. react react by doing something to behave in a particular way because of something that is happening around you or something that someone is doing to you |
| 15816 |
The software enables the computer to interpret messages and react accordingly. react react accordingly appropriately to behave in a particular way because of something that is happening around you or something that someone is doing to you |
| 15817 |
Car emissions react with sunlight to form ozone. react react with if a chemical substance reacts with another substance, it changes as they are mixed together |
| 15818 |
Some children react badly to antibiotics. react react to to become ill when you eat a particular food or take a particular drug |
| 15819 |
He lay there, drifting in and out of consciousness. consciousness the state of being awake and able to hear, see, and think |
| 15820 |
The pain was so bad that I lost consciousness. consciousness lose consciousness the state of being awake and able to hear, see, and think |
| 15821 |
As a result of the accident she fell into a coma and never regained consciousness. consciousness regain recover consciousness the state of being awake and able to hear, see, and think |
| 15822 |
We want to increase students' consciousness of health issues. consciousness consciousness of the knowledge or understanding that something exists or is important |
| 15823 |
The sound of the fighting receded from my consciousness. consciousness someone's mind and thoughts |
| 15824 |
Individual freedom is a powerful notion in the European popular consciousness. consciousness the beliefs, thoughts, and feelings of a group of people |
| 15825 |
political national public consciousness consciousness the beliefs, thoughts, and feelings of a group of people |
| 15826 |
What I'm saying is purely my own point of view. purely completely, or as the only issue or reason |
| 15827 |
He got together with her purely for business reasons. purely completely, or as the only issue or reason |
| 15828 |
The reason was purely and simply that they didn't listen. purely purely and simply used for emphasis |
| 15829 |
a tin of soup tin a closed metal container for a food product that you open with a tin opener. The American word is can |
| 15830 |
I bought three tins of beans. tin a closed metal container for a food product that you open with a tin opener. The American word is can |
| 15831 |
a biscuit tin tin a metal container with a lid, used for storing things |
| 15832 |
a cake tin tin a metal container used for cooking food in an oven. The American word is pan |
| 15833 |
a roasting baking tin tin a metal container used for cooking food in an oven. The American word is pan |
| 15834 |
a tin cup tin made of tin |
| 15835 |
a low building with a tin roof tin made of tin |
| 15836 |
a tin box trunk tin made of tin |
| 15837 |
Nurses had to feed Dan through a tube. tube a long narrow object similar to a pipe that liquid or gas can move through |
| 15838 |
a toilet paper tube tube an object shaped like part of a pipe |
| 15839 |
a tube of toothpaste tube tube of a long narrow plastic or metal container with a lid at one end that you squeeze in order to push out the soft substance inside |
| 15840 |
a tube station platform train tube the system of underground trains in London |
| 15841 |
Guess who I saw on the tube tonight? tube on the tube the system of underground trains in London |
| 15842 |
She goes to work by tube. tube by tube the system of underground trains in London |
| 15843 |
What time's the last tube? tube an underground train in London |
| 15844 |
fallopian tubes tube a long thin part inside your body that is shaped like a tube |
| 15845 |
This company is going down the tubes. tube to fail completely |
| 15846 |
Theresa could see all her good work going down the tubes. tube to be wasted |
| 15847 |
a white shirt with red stripes stripe a line of one colour on a background of a different colour |
| 15848 |
The male has a distinctive white stripe above the eyes. stripe a line of one colour on a background of a different colour |
| 15849 |
a corporal's stripes stripe a band of cloth on a uniform showing the rank of the person wearing it |
| 15850 |
He earned his stripes playing for the reserve team. stripe earn your stripes to do something to deserve a new position or a higher status |
| 15851 |
people of all political stripes stripe of every stripe of all types |
| 15852 |
The church fulfils a necessary role in this town. fulfil fulfil a function role purpose to do a particular job, or to have a particular purpose |
| 15853 |
We know which part of the human brain fulfils this function. fulfil to do a particular job, or to have a particular purpose |
| 15854 |
Do you fulfil the entry requirements for the course? fulfil fulfil requirements criteria to reach a particular standard, or to have the qualities that are necessary for something |
| 15855 |
Aid is dependent on certain political conditions being fulfilled. fulfil fulfil conditions to reach a particular standard, or to have the qualities that are necessary for something |
| 15856 |
The journey fulfilled a long-cherished dream. fulfil fulfil a dream ambition to achieve something that you wanted to do, or to get something that you hoped for |
| 15857 |
They hope to fulfil their objectives by 2004. fulfil fulfil an aim objective to achieve something that you wanted to do, or to get something that you hoped for |
| 15858 |
Supporters feel that the team has not fulfilled their expectations. fulfil fulfil someone's expectations (=be as good as they expect) to achieve something that you wanted to do, or to get something that you hoped for |
| 15859 |
Landlords who refuse to fulfil their obligations may be liable to fines. fulfil fulfil an obligation duty commitment to do what you must do, for example as part of a job |
| 15860 |
The government has failed to fulfil its election promises. fulfil fulfil a promise pledge to do what you have said you will do |
| 15861 |
Being a wife and mother doesn't really fulfil me. fulfil to make you happy and satisfied because you are using your abilities |
| 15862 |
The bus really fulfils a need for this community. fulfil fulfil a need to provide something that people need |
| 15863 |
He never really fulfilled his potential as a player. fulfil fulfil your potential to achieve as much as your natural ability makes possible |
| 15864 |
the method most commonly used by researchers commonly usually or frequently |
| 15865 |
nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas commonly by most ordinary people |
| 15866 |
Flip a coin to decide who goes first. coin flip toss a coin to throw a coin in the air to decide between two choices, depending on which side of the coin is on top when it lands |
| 15867 |
He found out the hard way, to coin a phrase. coin to coin a phrase used when you realize that something you have said is a very well-known phrase or expression |
| 15868 |
Stop it! You're frightening the children! frighten to make someone feel afraid, especially suddenly |
| 15869 |
The thought of war frightens me. frighten to make someone feel nervous or worried |
| 15870 |
It frightens me how quickly children grow up these days. frighten to make someone feel nervous or worried |
| 15871 |
adverts that frighten people into buying expensive security equipment frighten frighten someone into out of doing something to persuade someone to do or not do something by making them feel afraid |
| 15872 |
The older girls frightened us to death with tales of what would happen to us. frighten frighten the life out of someone frighten someone to death to make someone feel extremely afraid or nervous |
| 15873 |
errors in spelling and grammar grammar the set of rules that describe the structure of a language and control the way that sentences are formed |
| 15874 |
the teaching of grammar grammar the set of rules that describe the structure of a language and control the way that sentences are formed |
| 15875 |
The book covers all the essential points of English grammar. grammar the set of rules that describe the structure of a language and control the way that sentences are formed |
| 15876 |
Did you borrow the Italian grammar? grammar a book explaining the rules of a language |
| 15877 |
She's kept a diary since she was twelve. diary keep a diary a book in which you write your experiences each day |
| 15878 |
'Can you make the meeting on the fourteenth?' 'I'll just check my diary to see whether I'm free.' diary a book that has spaces or pages for each day of the year, where you can write down things that you have to do. The usual American word is appointment book or datebook |
| 15879 |
The dog's teeth sank into my flesh. flesh the soft part of people's or animals' bodies that consists mostly of muscle and fat |
| 15880 |
I felt the soft flesh of his cheek. flesh a person's skin |
| 15881 |
These pears have a sweet, juicy flesh. flesh the soft part of a fruit or vegetable that is under the skin |
| 15882 |
He often preached against the pleasures of the flesh. flesh the pleasures of the flesh physical experiences and feelings, especially sexual ones, rather than mental or spiritual experiences |
| 15883 |
It was a pleasure to finally meet him in the flesh. flesh in the flesh present here and now, instead of by television, telephone, radio etc |
| 15884 |
The thought of him makes my flesh creep. flesh make someone's flesh crawl creep to make someone feel afraid or disgusted |
| 15885 |
We need you to put some flesh on the bones of these proposals. flesh put flesh on (the bones of) something to give more details about something so that people can see more clearly what it would be like |
| 15886 |
Her stories flesh out the world in which these historical characters lived. flesh flesh out to add more details about something in order to make it easier to understand or imagine |
| 15887 |
a posh home hotel restaurant posh something that is posh looks expensive and attractive |
| 15888 |
The text provides summaries of the plots of Shakespeare's plays. summary a short account of something that gives only the most important information and not all the details |
| 15889 |
In summary, nobody knows where the disease originated. summary in summary used at the end of a talk or piece of writing for introducing a short statement that gives only basic information or opinions |
| 15890 |
Soldiers were accused of summary executions of civilians. summary done immediately and without following the usual methods or processes |
| 15891 |
a summary report statement summary giving only the most important information and not all the details |
| 15892 |
Infants and elderly people are particularly at risk. infant a baby, or a very young child |
| 15893 |
infant care behaviour infant involving or relating to an infant |
| 15894 |
an infant school teacher infant involved in or relating to the education of the youngest children in the UK school system |
| 15895 |
Stir the sauce gently over a low heat. stir to move food around in a dish or pan using a spoon or other object |
| 15896 |
Add the cream and stir thoroughly. stir stir well thoroughly to move food around in a dish or pan using a spoon or other object |
| 15897 |
This murder has stirred a lot of ill feeling in the community. stir stir anger hatred fears to make someone feel upset or angry |
| 15898 |
The latest economic figures have stirred fears of growing inflation. stir to make someone feel upset or angry |
| 15899 |
Approaching elections have stirred hopes of reform. stir stir hopes excitement interest to make someone feel enthusiastic about something |
| 15900 |
Seeing George again stirred old memories in me. stir to make someone think about something |
| 15901 |
A faint memory stirred in my mind. stir if an emotion or thought stirs in you, you feel it or think about it |
| 15902 |
A feeling of excitement stirred in her. stir if an emotion or thought stirs in you, you feel it or think about it |
| 15903 |
The white curtains stirred gently in the summer breeze. stir to move, or to be moved, slightly because of the wind |
| 15904 |
Around 7.30 am, the children begin stirring sleepily. stir to move slightly after being still for a long time |
| 15905 |
She didn't stir from her house for three days. stir if you do not stir from a place, you do not leave it or move away from it |
| 15906 |
Stop stirring! stir to say things deliberately in order to cause trouble between people |
| 15907 |
He knew he should really stir himself and get to work. stir stir yourself to make yourself move or do something |
| 15908 |
His speech caused quite a stir at the conference. stir cause create a stir a situation in which a lot of people feel interested or angry |
| 15909 |
She felt a stir of excitement. stir a slight feeling |
| 15910 |
I just need to give the soup a stir. stir the movement that you make with a spoon or other object when you move food or a liquid around |
| 15911 |
A violent storm broke just as we reached the mountain. storm a storm breaks (=begins) an occasion when a lot of rain falls very quickly, often with very strong winds or thunder and lightning |
| 15912 |
There was a storm brewing on the horizon. storm a storm is brewing (=will happen soon) an occasion when a lot of rain falls very quickly, often with very strong winds or thunder and lightning |
| 15913 |
the storm over working conditions storm a situation in which many people are upset or excited |
| 15914 |
His arrest provoked a storm of protest. storm cause provoke spark a storm of something a situation in which many people are upset or excited |
| 15915 |
Laurence is blissfully unaware of the legal storm brewing around him. storm a storm brews (=starts) a situation in which many people are upset or excited |
| 15916 |
The play went down a storm. storm go down a storm to be very popular |
| 15917 |
Jazz took London and Paris by storm in the 1920s. storm to be very successful in a particular place or among a particular group of people |
| 15918 |
Andy's been cooking up a storm for the party tomorrow. storm ...up a storm used for emphasizing that someone does something with all their energy, strength, and ability |
| 15919 |
The government appears to have weathered the storm. storm weather ride the storm to not be badly harmed or damaged during a difficult period of time |
| 15920 |
Police stormed the building and arrested 12 men. storm to use force to enter a place and take control of it |
| 15921 |
The city was stormed by rebel forces. storm to use force to enter a place and take control of it |
| 15922 |
Rob stormed out of the house and slammed the door. storm storm out off into to go somewhere very quickly because you are angry or upset |
| 15923 |
'What are you saying?' she stormed at me. storm to say something in a very angry way |
| 15924 |
AC Milan stormed into the lead. storm to quickly become very successful |
| 15925 |
The mail arrived early today. mail letters, parcels etc that are delivered by the post office every day. The usual British word is post |
| 15926 |
I haven't had a chance to open my mail yet. mail letters, parcels etc that are delivered by the post office every day. The usual British word is post |
| 15927 |
There was nothing interesting in the mail this morning. mail in the mail letters, parcels etc that are delivered by the post office every day. The usual British word is post |
| 15928 |
All our goods can be ordered by mail. mail by mail the system for sending and delivering letters, parcels etc to houses, offices etc. The usual British word is post |
| 15929 |
The letter must have got lost in the mail. mail in the mail the system for sending and delivering letters, parcels etc to houses, offices etc. The usual British word is post |
| 15930 |
He has received death threats through the mail. mail through the mail the system for sending and delivering letters, parcels etc to houses, offices etc. The usual British word is post |
| 15931 |
You've got mail. mail email |
| 15932 |
Information is mailed regularly to all our members. mail mail something to someone to post a letter, parcel etc to someone |
| 15933 |
I'll mail the details to you before the end of the day. mail mail something to someone to send a message, document etc to someone by email |
| 15934 |
Patience is not one of my virtues. virtue a good quality or habit that a person has, especially a moral one such as honesty or loyalty |
| 15935 |
teaching children the virtues of discipline and self-control virtue a good quality or habit that a person has, especially a moral one such as honesty or loyalty |
| 15936 |
Obedience is an important military virtue. virtue a quality that is useful in a particular activity |
| 15937 |
One virtue of the plan is that it is cheaper to implement. virtue virtue of an advantage or a good feature that something has that makes it better than something else |
| 15938 |
She goes on lecture tours to preach the virtues of free-market capitalism. virtue preach proclaim extol the virtues of (=tell people about how good something is) an advantage or a good feature that something has that makes it better than something else |
| 15939 |
I got this house by virtue of my job. virtue by virtue of something because of, or as a result of |
| 15940 |
We can make a virtue of these delays, and use the time to make sure everything is done right. virtue make a virtue of something to get benefits by accepting a situation that you cannot change and using it to your advantage |
| 15941 |
a saliva specimen specimen a small amount of blood, urine, or another liquid taken from your body so that it can be examined |
| 15942 |
We have to test a specimen of your blood before you can become a donor. specimen specimen of a small amount of blood, urine, or another liquid taken from your body so that it can be examined |
| 15943 |
The first recorded specimen of the fish was caught in the Pacific. specimen an example of something, especially of a plant or an animal |
| 15944 |
a magnificent specimen of an Indian fig tree specimen an example of something, especially of a plant or an animal |
| 15945 |
He was a fine specimen of British manhood. specimen a particular type of person. This word is often used in a humorous way, especially to talk about someone's appearance |
| 15946 |
an expert in psychology psychology the study of the mind and how it affects behaviour |
| 15947 |
a book on the psychology of murderers psychology the way that the mind affects behaviour in a particular person or group of people |
| 15948 |
Sometimes you have to use a bit of psychology with children. psychology the ability to understand the way that people think, that helps you to make people do what you want |
| 15949 |
The organization has to operate within the usual democratic constraints. constraint something that limits your freedom to do what you want |
| 15950 |
financial environmental budget constraints constraint something that limits your freedom to do what you want |
| 15951 |
constraints on presidential power constraint constraint on something that limits your freedom to do what you want |
| 15952 |
The hotel is well known for its celebrity guests. celebrity a famous person, especially in entertainment or sport |
| 15953 |
Unlike many actors, he never enjoyed his celebrity. celebrity the state of being famous |
| 15954 |
Tourists congregated outside the palace. congregate to gather together in a group |
| 15955 |
Detectives have so far failed to trace the missing woman. trace to find someone or something that you are looking for by asking questions and getting information |
| 15956 |
They finally traced him to a town in Sicily. trace trace someone to something to find someone or something that you are looking for by asking questions and getting information |
| 15957 |
Rita decided to trace her family roots. trace to discover the origin of something or how it developed |
| 15958 |
Many phobias can be traced back to childhood experiences. trace trace something back to something to discover the origin of something or how it developed |
| 15959 |
The bug was traced to milk from a farm in Yorkshire. trace trace something to something to discover the origin of something or how it developed |
| 15960 |
The book traces the history of the regiment. trace to describe what happened in a long process or series of events |
| 15961 |
He lifted his hand to trace the line of her cheekbone. trace to move your finger, lips etc along something |
| 15962 |
Cavan's call was traced to a call box in Brighton. trace trace something to something to use electronic equipment to find out where a telephone call was made |
| 15963 |
The intruders were careful not to leave any trace behind them. trace a slight sign that someone has been present or that something has happened |
| 15964 |
All traces of the damage had vanished. trace trace of a slight sign that someone has been present or that something has happened |
| 15965 |
She was seen leaving the house, then vanished without trace. trace disappear vanish without trace a slight sign that someone has been present or that something has happened |
| 15966 |
Traces of blood were found in the bathroom. trace trace of a very small amount of a substance, especially when it is too small to see clearly or measure accurately |
| 15967 |
There was a trace of anxiety in her voice. trace trace of a slight sign of an emotion |
| 15968 |
Cheap air travel is one of the privileges of working for the airline. privilege a special benefit that is available only to a particular person or group |
| 15969 |
The country should extend trade privileges to its poorer neighbours. privilege a special benefit that is available only to a particular person or group |
| 15970 |
It's been a privilege to be involved in such an interesting project. privilege something nice that you feel lucky to have |
| 15971 |
He was exercising the privileges of an old man to be as rude as he liked. privilege something that only a particular type of person is allowed to do |
| 15972 |
a life of privilege privilege a way of life that involves having many advantages and opportunities, without working hard for them |
| 15973 |
doctor-patient privilege privilege a situation in which lawyers, doctors, and other professional people are legally allowed to keep their discussions with people secret |
| 15974 |
They expect us to live in a smaller house and pay more money for the privilege. privilege pay be charged for the privilege to have to pay for something, usually when this does not seem fair |
| 15975 |
Forms will be sent to our clients for completion. completion the process of finishing an activity or job |
| 15976 |
After completion of his medical training, Stein went to work in Africa. completion completion of the process of finishing an activity or job |
| 15977 |
Each student is given a certificate on successful completion of the course. completion on upon completion of something the process of finishing an activity or job |
| 15978 |
The completion date for the tunnel is December 2010. completion the time when an activity or job is finished |
| 15979 |
Restoration work on the church is nearing completion. completion nearing completion the time when an activity or job is finished |
| 15980 |
Mrs Lansbury claims the money is all hers. hers used for referring to something that belongs to or is connected with a woman, girl, or female animal that has already been mentioned |
| 15981 |
His hand reached out and touched hers. hers used for referring to something that belongs to or is connected with a woman, girl, or female animal that has already been mentioned |
| 15982 |
My Japanese isn't as good as hers. hers used for referring to something that belongs to or is connected with a woman, girl, or female animal that has already been mentioned |
| 15983 |
She introduced us to some friends of hers. hers of hers used for referring to something that belongs to or is connected with a woman, girl, or female animal that has already been mentioned |
| 15984 |
Their wool is suitable for finer grades of cloth. grade a level of quality or importance |
| 15985 |
top grade tennis rackets grade a level of quality or importance |
| 15986 |
You need to improve your grades. grade a letter or number that shows the quality of a student's work |
| 15987 |
I got a Grade 2 for art. grade get gain obtain a grade a letter or number that shows the quality of a student's work |
| 15988 |
The technical and professional grades have become more open to women. grade the rank of a person, for example in their job |
| 15989 |
He demanded to be put on a higher grade. grade the rank of a person, for example in their job |
| 15990 |
The topic is covered in the seventh grade. grade one of the levels of school in the US that lasts one year. Students in the same grade are all about the same age |
| 15991 |
eighth grade students grade one of the levels of school in the US that lasts one year. Students in the same grade are all about the same age |
| 15992 |
It's good to see a young person making the grade in their chosen sport. grade make the grade to succeed in doing something because you are good enough |
| 15993 |
The timber is graded according to its thickness. grade to separate things into different groups according to quality, size, importance etc |
| 15994 |
The teachers did not grade their own students' papers. grade to judge the quality of a student's work by giving it a letter or number |
| 15995 |
Children are being exploited in many of these factories. exploit to treat someone unfairly in order to get some benefit for yourself |
| 15996 |
We need to exploit every opportunity for media coverage. exploit to use a situation so that you get benefit from it, even if it is wrong or unfair to do this |
| 15997 |
A lot of advertisements just exploit our insecurities. exploit to use a situation so that you get benefit from it, even if it is wrong or unfair to do this |
| 15998 |
an investment designed to exploit a tax loophole exploit to use a situation so that you get benefit from it, even if it is wrong or unfair to do this |
| 15999 |
exploiting the mineral wealth of Alaska exploit to use natural resources such as trees, water, or oil so that you gain as much as possible |
| 16000 |
regaling us with tales of his youthful exploits exploit something unusual that someone does that you think is brave, exciting, or entertaining |
| 16001 |
Her amazing exploits include walking across Antarctica. exploit something unusual that someone does that you think is brave, exciting, or entertaining |
| 16002 |
China must produce more food to reduce its reliance on imports. import a product from another country, that is bought with money from your country |
| 16003 |
cheap imports from Eastern Europe import a product from another country, that is bought with money from your country |
| 16004 |
oil food coal imports import a product from another country, that is bought with money from your country |
| 16005 |
controls on the import of meat import the process of buying and bringing in products from other countries |
| 16006 |
import duties tariffs controls licences import relating to imports |
| 16007 |
Germany imports clothing, textiles, and leather goods from Pakistan. import to buy a product from another country and bring it to your country |
| 16008 |
We import most of our coal from other countries. import to buy a product from another country and bring it to your country |
| 16009 |
imported luxury goods import to buy a product from another country and bring it to your country |
| 16010 |
British programme-makers are again importing styles from the United States. import to introduce and use words, ideas etc from other countries or cultures |
| 16011 |
baked potatoes potato a very common hard round vegetable that has a brown, red, or yellow skin and is white or yellow inside. It grows under the ground and can be cooked in many different ways |
| 16012 |
potato salad potato a very common hard round vegetable that has a brown, red, or yellow skin and is white or yellow inside. It grows under the ground and can be cooked in many different ways |
| 16013 |
Little seems to have been done to repair the bridges. repair to fix something that is broken or damaged |
| 16014 |
He had two operations to repair torn ligaments in his left knee. repair to fix something that is broken or damaged |
| 16015 |
The cost of repairing the damage was much higher than we thought. repair repair the damage to fix something that is broken or damaged |
| 16016 |
a last attempt to repair a damaging rift among members of the committee repair to take action in order to improve a bad situation |
| 16017 |
How much will the repairs cost? repair work that is done to fix something that is broken or damaged |
| 16018 |
The insurance company requires two estimates for repairs to my car. repair repair to work that is done to fix something that is broken or damaged |
| 16019 |
The staff is working overtime to carry out the repairs. repair carry out repairs work that is done to fix something that is broken or damaged |
| 16020 |
Unfortunately the engine is beyond repair. repair beyond repair (=so badly damaged that it cannot be repaired) work that is done to fix something that is broken or damaged |
| 16021 |
Both church and tower were sadly in need of repair. repair in need of repair work that is done to fix something that is broken or damaged |
| 16022 |
The offices are still under repair. repair under repair (=being repaired) work that is done to fix something that is broken or damaged |
| 16023 |
repair work costs repair relating to repairs |
| 16024 |
a bicycle repair shop repair relating to repairs |
| 16025 |
Most of the paintings are in good repair. repair in good bad repair in good or bad condition |
| 16026 |
She spoke with great passion about the plight of the refugees. passion a powerful emotion such as love or anger |
| 16027 |
Passions run high when marriages break up and children are involved. passion passions run high (=people become very angry, upset etc) a powerful emotion such as love or anger |
| 16028 |
She flew into a passion when she heard this suggestion. passion fly into a passion (=become very angry) a state of being affected by a powerful emotion, especially anger |
| 16029 |
He had worked himself up into a passion by the time they finally arrived. passion work yourself up into a passion (=make yourself very angry) a state of being affected by a powerful emotion, especially anger |
| 16030 |
I was suddenly seized by an overwhelming passion for him. passion passion for a very strong feeling of sexual love |
| 16031 |
He and his wife shared a passion for classical music. passion passion for a strong enthusiasm or interest |
| 16032 |
Football has always been one of his passions. passion something that produces a strong enthusiasm or interest in you |
| 16033 |
an ongoing discussion investigation study ongoing still happening or being done |
| 16034 |
'Listen,' he said, seizing my wrist. seize to suddenly and firmly hold someone by a part of their body or clothing |
| 16035 |
Before he could run away, she seized him by the collar. seize seize someone by something to suddenly and firmly hold someone by a part of their body or clothing |
| 16036 |
Hearing a noise, he seized his gun from the drawer. seize to quickly take something in your hand |
| 16037 |
Customs officials have seized 100 kilos of cocaine. seize to take something using official power and force |
| 16038 |
Action was taken to seize criminal assets valued at $200 million. seize to take something using official power and force |
| 16039 |
Eastern towns were seized by the rebels two years ago. seize to take control of a place or situation using military force |
| 16040 |
The nation's generals seized power in a coup. seize to take control of a place or situation using military force |
| 16041 |
Robbers tied up security guards and seized the money. seize to take something or someone away in an illegal and violent way |
| 16042 |
Their opponents had seized control of the army. seize seize control to gain control in a situation |
| 16043 |
You must seize the initiative in discussions about salary. seize seize the initiative (=make certain that you are able to control a situation) to gain control in a situation |
| 16044 |
A wave of panic seized me. seize if a feeling or emotion seizes someone, it suddenly affects them very strongly |
| 16045 |
She was seized by agonizing cramps. seize if a feeling or emotion seizes someone, it suddenly affects them very strongly |
| 16046 |
Her teacher was a jolly lady. jolly friendly and cheerful |
| 16047 |
a jolly conversation jolly lively and enjoyable |
| 16048 |
a jolly good book jolly very |
| 16049 |
I'll do whatever I jolly well want to! jolly jolly well used for emphasizing what you are saying, especially when you are angry or annoyed |
| 16050 |
I'm trying to jolly him into coming to work for us. jolly to persuade someone in a friendly and gentle way |
| 16051 |
Do you get your jollies from wasting money on things you don't need? jolly get your jollies to get pleasure from an activity or experience |
| 16052 |
The underlying causes of the riots have been ignored. underlying underlying causes, facts, ideas etc are the real or basic ones, although they are not obvious or directly stated |
| 16053 |
While superficially similar, the two films have very different underlying messages. underlying underlying causes, facts, ideas etc are the real or basic ones, although they are not obvious or directly stated |
| 16054 |
There was another fall in the underlying rate of inflation last month. underlying an underlying number or amount shows what the true amount or level of something is |
| 16055 |
underlying rock underlying existing under the surface of something |
| 16056 |
Christians believe that Jesus ascended into Heaven. heaven the place where God is believed to live. Some people believe that good people go to Heaven when they die and bad people go to Hell |
| 16057 |
I pray to Heaven it may be so. heaven God or God's power |
| 16058 |
The heavens shook with thunder. heaven the sky |
| 16059 |
Oh, for heaven's sake! Anyone would think this was difficult! heaven for heaven's sake sakes used for emphasizing that you are annoyed or impatient with someone |
| 16060 |
Heaven help us if there's a fire. heaven heaven help us used for saying that you hope something will not happen |
| 16061 |
Heaven help anyone who tries to stop them. heaven heaven help us them the person who etc used for saying that if something happens, the result will be very bad for the person mentioned |
| 16062 |
It was her first holiday in years, and heaven knows she needed it. heaven used for emphasizing what you are saying |
| 16063 |
Heaven knows what will happen now. heaven used for saying that you do not know something or cannot imagine it |
| 16064 |
I've had heaven knows how many people in here looking for you! heaven used for emphasizing that something has happened a lot or too much |
| 16065 |
Good heavens, is that the time? heaven used for showing that you are very surprised |
| 16066 |
'Is that dog yours?' 'Heavens, no.' heaven used for emphasizing what you are saying |
| 16067 |
Where in heaven's name did you get that hat? heaven how who what etc in heaven's name used for strongly emphasizing a question |
| 16068 |
The merger of the two companies wasn't exactly a match made in heaven. heaven made in heaven a marriage or relationship that is made in heaven is very happy and successful |
| 16069 |
I would move heaven and earth to help someone who really needed it. heaven move heaven and earth (to do something) to do everything that it is possible to do in order to make something happen |
| 16070 |
A pinched nerve is causing her a lot of pain. nerve one of the groups of fibres in your body that carry messages between your brain and the rest of your body, communicating pain, pressure, feelings of heat and cold etc |
| 16071 |
cranial peripheral nerves nerve one of the groups of fibres in your body that carry messages between your brain and the rest of your body, communicating pain, pressure, feelings of heat and cold etc |
| 16072 |
There's nothing really wrong with her, it's just nerves. nerve a worried feeling that makes you afraid that you will not be able to do something well |
| 16073 |
A case of nerves won't stop me from performing tonight. nerve a case of nerves (=an occasion when you feel very worried) a worried feeling that makes you afraid that you will not be able to do something well |
| 16074 |
He asked for a drink to calm his nerves before heading out to the plane. nerve calm someone's nerves a worried feeling that makes you afraid that you will not be able to do something well |
| 16075 |
It took a lot of nerve for him to ask her out. nerve a lot of nerve the ability to control your fear and remain determined when you are doing something difficult or dangerous |
| 16076 |
After months of agonizing, she finally found the nerve to tell him he was wrong. nerve the nerve to do something the ability to control your fear and remain determined when you are doing something difficult or dangerous |
| 16077 |
Suddenly I lost my nerve and I couldn't move. nerve lose your nerve (=no longer be able to control your fear) the ability to control your fear and remain determined when you are doing something difficult or dangerous |
| 16078 |
You've got a lot of nerve, calling me at this time of night. nerve a lot of nerve some nerve a rude attitude, usually shown by behaviour that makes other people angry |
| 16079 |
She had the nerve to call me a liar after everything I've done for her. nerve have the nerve to do something a rude attitude, usually shown by behaviour that makes other people angry |
| 16080 |
The nerve of him, asking me for money! nerve the nerve of someone (=used for showing anger or surprise at someone's rude behaviour) a rude attitude, usually shown by behaviour that makes other people angry |
| 16081 |
His comment seemed to strike a raw nerve. nerve touch strike hit etc a (raw) nerve to say or do something that annoys or hurts someone because they are sensitive about it |
| 16082 |
His constant humming is really beginning to get on my nerves. nerve get on someone's nerves if someone or something gets on your nerves, they make you feel annoyed or nervous |
| 16083 |
Finally she nerved herself to go and talk to him. nerve to make someone, usually yourself, feel strong enough to do something or ready to do it |
| 16084 |
There were fears that the roof would collapse. collapse if a building or other structure collapses, it suddenly falls down |
| 16085 |
A man had collapsed on the hospital steps. collapse to suddenly fall down and become very ill or unconscious |
| 16086 |
I ended up collapsing with exhaustion. collapse to suddenly fall down and become very ill or unconscious |
| 16087 |
He collapsed in an exhausted heap. collapse collapse in into onto to let your body fall onto a chair, bed etc because you are very tired |
| 16088 |
The trial collapsed amid allegations that officers fabricated evidence. collapse to suddenly fail or stop existing |
| 16089 |
The old system would have collapsed under the strain. collapse collapse under the strain pressure to suddenly fail or stop existing |
| 16090 |
The chairs collapse for easy storage. collapse an object that collapses can be folded or separated into parts, so that it takes up less space |
| 16091 |
His heart was failing and one of his lungs had collapsed. collapse to lose the air that is inside and become flat, or to make this happen |
| 16092 |
The same economic problems had led to the collapse of the government. collapse a situation in which something fails or stops existing |
| 16093 |
The justice system was described as being on the point of collapse. collapse be on the point brink verge of collapse a situation in which something fails or stops existing |
| 16094 |
the collapse of the rouble collapse a sudden fall in the value or level of something |
| 16095 |
The entire building is in a state of collapse. collapse badly damaged or broken |
| 16096 |
He was taken to hospital in a state of collapse. collapse very weak and ill |
| 16097 |
The economy is in a state of collapse. collapse used about something such as an organization or system that has nearly stopped operating or existing |
| 16098 |
a laser inkjet colour printer printer a piece of equipment used for printing documents that you have created on a computer |
| 16099 |
a four-party coalition coalition a temporary union of different political parties that agree to form a government together |
| 16100 |
a coalition between Labour and the Liberal Democrats coalition coalition between with a temporary union of different political parties that agree to form a government together |
| 16101 |
The FPO govern in coalition with the OVP. coalition in coalition with a temporary union of different political parties that agree to form a government together |
| 16102 |
The Greens have agreed to join the coalition government. coalition a coalition government a temporary union of different political parties that agree to form a government together |
| 16103 |
a broad coalition of independent pro-democracy groups coalition a temporary union of different groups who agree to work together to achieve a shared aim |
| 16104 |
a tall athletic looking man athletic physically strong, active, and good at sports |
| 16105 |
Just press this button to start the computer. button a small object that you press to make a machine start working or perform a particular action |
| 16106 |
Press the pause button. button a small object that you press to make a machine start working or perform a particular action |
| 16107 |
Click the left mouse button twice. button a small object that you press to make a machine start working or perform a particular action |
| 16108 |
a push-button phone button one of the small parts on a telephone that you press to call a number |
| 16109 |
Click on the Start button. button a symbol on a computer screen that you can use to start programs |
| 16110 |
He had undone the top button of his shirt. button a small round object that is used for fastening clothes by pushing it through a hole |
| 16111 |
a cardigan with small pearl buttons button a small round object that is used for fastening clothes by pushing it through a hole |
| 16112 |
Customers can buy and sell shares at the touch of a button. button at the touch of a button if a machine works at the touch of a button, it works extremely quickly and easily |
| 16113 |
I try not to get mad, but he knows exactly how to push all my buttons. button to deliberately say something in order to make someone angry or upset |
| 16114 |
The Prime Minister's speech pushed all the right buttons. button push press the right buttons to please an audience with a political speech by saying things that the audience agrees with |
| 16115 |
Button your shirt before we go into the restaurant. button to fasten something with buttons, or to be fastened with buttons |
| 16116 |
a dress that buttons down the back button to fasten something with buttons, or to be fastened with buttons |
| 16117 |
Let us pray. pray to speak to God or a saint, for example to give thanks or ask for help |
| 16118 |
They prayed for peace. pray pray for to speak to God or a saint, for example to give thanks or ask for help |
| 16119 |
He prayed to God to save him. pray pray to God to do something to speak to God or a saint, for example to give thanks or ask for help |
| 16120 |
We all prayed that she would soon recover. pray pray (that) to speak to God or a saint, for example to give thanks or ask for help |
| 16121 |
Everyone prayed that the war wouldn't last long. pray pray (that) to hope or wish very strongly for something |
| 16122 |
They will be praying for the chance to replay the match. pray pray for to hope or wish very strongly for something |
| 16123 |
And what are you doing here, pray? pray used for asking a question or for telling someone to do something |
| 16124 |
The incident affected the ultimate outcome of the war. ultimate happening at the end of a process or activity |
| 16125 |
Independence remains their ultimate political goal. ultimate ultimate goal aim objective happening at the end of a process or activity |
| 16126 |
Parents must have ultimate responsibility for their children's safety. ultimate if you have something such as ultimate power or responsibility, you have more power or responsibility than anyone else |
| 16127 |
The ultimate decision must be made by the Chief Constable himself. ultimate if you have something such as ultimate power or responsibility, you have more power or responsibility than anyone else |
| 16128 |
They suffered the ultimate humiliation of defeat by their oldest enemies. ultimate as good or as bad as possible |
| 16129 |
The house provides the ultimate luxury retreat. ultimate as good or as bad as possible |
| 16130 |
The threat of strike action was their ultimate weapon in talks with management. ultimate used about something that is better, more extreme, or more important than all others |
| 16131 |
Science is a search for the ultimate truths about the universe. ultimate relating to the origins or basic form of something |
| 16132 |
The train still represents the ultimate in luxury travel. ultimate the ultimate in something the best or most perfect example of something |
| 16133 |
a new profitable venture venture a new business or activity |
| 16134 |
a joint venture between the British and Italian authorities venture a joint venture a new business or activity |
| 16135 |
They ventured into the dark damp forest. venture venture into beyond out of to go somewhere unpleasant, dangerous, or exciting |
| 16136 |
Our cat rarely ventures beyond the garden wall. venture to go somewhere unpleasant, dangerous, or exciting |
| 16137 |
He has recently ventured into an export business. venture venture into to do something that is a risk |
| 16138 |
'I could do it,' she ventured at last. venture to be brave enough to say something |
| 16139 |
She would never venture to ask for a rise. venture venture to do something to be brave enough to say something |
| 16140 |
I'd venture a guess that he will fail dismally. venture used for introducing an opinion |
| 16141 |
a travelling companion companion someone who is with you |
| 16142 |
The dog soon became my constant companion. companion a friend or pet that you spend a lot of time with |
| 16143 |
Have you seen the companion to this glove? companion one of a pair or group of things that are related or can be used together |
| 16144 |
A cookery book will be published as a companion volume to his television series. companion one of a pair or group of things that are related or can be used together |
| 16145 |
a copy of the Feminist Companion to English Literature companion used in the titles of books for showing that they are about a particular subject |
| 16146 |
Millions watched in horror as the disaster unfolded on TV. horror in horror a strong feeling of shock or fear caused by something extremely unpleasant |
| 16147 |
the horrors of war horror something that is very unpleasant or frightening |
| 16148 |
The full horror of last night had come rushing back. horror the horror of an experience is how unpleasant it is |
| 16149 |
a little horror horror an unpleasant person, especially a child |
| 16150 |
He had a horror of being in a confined space. horror have a horror of (doing) something to be very frightened of something |
| 16151 |
She was wearing – horror of horrors! – the same dress as her mum. horror horror of horrors used when describing something bad that has happened or might happen |
| 16152 |
To my horror, he lost his footing and fell to the bottom of the stairs. horror to someone's horror making someone very shocked |
| 16153 |
a helpless impatient dramatic gesture gesture a movement that communicates a feeling or instruction |
| 16154 |
Ellen rose from the table, and they made the gesture of rising too. gesture make a gesture a movement that communicates a feeling or instruction |
| 16155 |
Maxham held up two fingers in an obscene gesture. gesture obscene gesture a movement that communicates a feeling or instruction |
| 16156 |
Offering to drive us there was a very nice gesture. gesture something that you do to communicate your intentions towards someone, especially good intentions |
| 16157 |
a symbolic gesture gesture something that you do to communicate your intentions towards someone, especially good intentions |
| 16158 |
a gesture of support solidarity goodwill gesture gesture of something that you do to communicate your intentions towards someone, especially good intentions |
| 16159 |
Maria gestured expressively as she talked. gesture to make a movement with your hands or head in order to show or tell someone something |
| 16160 |
'What about these?' she asked, gesturing at the dirty dishes. gesture gesture at in the direction of towards to make a movement with your hands or head in order to show or tell someone something |
| 16161 |
He gestured for her to sit down. gesture gesture for to make a movement with your hands or head in order to show or tell someone something |
| 16162 |
Jack gestured to us from across the room. gesture gesture to to make a movement with your hands or head in order to show or tell someone something |
| 16163 |
The moon rose above the ridge of the eastern desert. moon the object similar to a planet that goes round the Earth and that you can see shining in the sky at night |
| 16164 |
the first spacecraft ever to land on the moon moon the object similar to a planet that goes round the Earth and that you can see shining in the sky at night |
| 16165 |
How many moons has Jupiter got? moon an object similar to a planet that goes round another planet |
| 16166 |
I'm not asking for the moon. I just want you to finish on time. moon ask wish for the moon to want something that is impossible to get or achieve |
| 16167 |
Keith was over the moon about becoming a father. moon be over the moon (about something) to be very happy about something |
| 16168 |
Tony was a charming and clever man. clever good at learning or understanding things |
| 16169 |
I'd like to be a doctor but I'm not clever enough. clever good at learning or understanding things |
| 16170 |
What a clever boy you are! clever a clever boy girl good at learning or understanding things |
| 16171 |
She had a clever lawyer, and was never punished for the murder. clever good at achieving what you want, especially by using unusual or slightly dishonest methods |
| 16172 |
He's clever at concealing his feelings about her. clever clever at doing something good at doing something |
| 16173 |
To be a carpenter you've got to be clever with your hands (=good at making things). clever clever with good at doing something |
| 16174 |
It was a clever idea to sell the boat. clever a clever idea or action is unusual but effective and intelligent |
| 16175 |
The clever use of colour can make fine hair look thick. clever a clever idea or action is unusual but effective and intelligent |
| 16176 |
Using the Welsh name was a clever marketing ploy. clever a clever idea or action is unusual but effective and intelligent |
| 16177 |
This is a very clever piece of software. clever a clever tool, machine, or invention is unusual but good and effective |
| 16178 |
Don't try and get clever with me. clever clever with saying annoying or offensive things to make yourself look better than someone |
| 16179 |
'I left the door unlocked all night.' 'That was clever.' clever used for saying that what someone has done is stupid |
| 16180 |
We'll have to hire a van to move all this stuff. van a vehicle used for carrying goods. It is usually larger than a car and smaller than a truck, and the back part is enclosed, with no windows at the sides |
| 16181 |
a delivery van van a vehicle used for carrying goods. It is usually larger than a car and smaller than a truck, and the back part is enclosed, with no windows at the sides |
| 16182 |
They've increased the number of staff and consequently the service is better. consequently as a result |
| 16183 |
raw meat raw raw food has not been cooked, or has not been thoroughly cooked |
| 16184 |
The chicken is still raw. raw raw food has not been cooked, or has not been thoroughly cooked |
| 16185 |
raw silk cotton raw raw substances have not been changed by any chemical processes |
| 16186 |
There was raw sewage on the beach. raw raw substances have not been changed by any chemical processes |
| 16187 |
raw anger bitterness excitement raw a raw emotion or quality is strong and natural, but not controlled or developed |
| 16188 |
There's a lot of raw talent here. raw a raw emotion or quality is strong and natural, but not controlled or developed |
| 16189 |
He gives a raw account of life in the camps. raw basic and natural, and not developed or made more pleasant or satisfactory |
| 16190 |
Their music is still raw and unpretentious. raw basic and natural, and not developed or made more pleasant or satisfactory |
| 16191 |
They are mostly raw recruits, not professional soldiers. raw not trained or experienced |
| 16192 |
His face was raw from the cold. raw if your skin is raw, it is very sore |
| 16193 |
I scrubbed my hands until they were red raw. raw red raw (=red and sore) if your skin is raw, it is very sore |
| 16194 |
Some children are getting a raw deal from these schools. raw a raw deal unfair treatment |
| 16195 |
His criticisms clearly touched a raw nerve. raw touch hit a raw nerve to upset someone by referring to something that they are sensitive about |
| 16196 |
There was a rawness and honesty in the children's paintings. raw |
| 16197 |
The rawness in the air suggested snow. raw |
| 16198 |
What you see is life in the raw. raw used for talking about the natural state of something, with all the unpleasant or shocking facts included |
| 16199 |
He had several broken ribs and a suspected broken leg. broken a broken bone has a crack in it |
| 16200 |
Nearly all the houses had broken windows. broken a broken object has been damaged and is in two or more pieces |
| 16201 |
Be careful not to step on the broken glass. broken a broken object has been damaged and is in two or more pieces |
| 16202 |
Fill the bottom of the dish with broken biscuits. broken a broken object has been damaged and is in two or more pieces |
| 16203 |
a broken fingernail broken a broken object has been damaged and is in two or more pieces |
| 16204 |
You can't use the microwave – it's broken. broken if a machine is broken, it is not working correctly |
| 16205 |
He's mended that broken clock. broken if a machine is broken, it is not working correctly |
| 16206 |
Her husband died, and she died soon afterwards of a broken heart. broken if your heart is broken, you feel extremely sad because a relationship with someone you love has ended or because someone has died |
| 16207 |
He referred to his country as the land of broken dreams. broken used for describing a situation in which you do not do what you promised, agreed, or hoped |
| 16208 |
a string of broken promises broken used for describing a situation in which you do not do what you promised, agreed, or hoped |
| 16209 |
I'd had two broken marriages by the time I was 30. broken broken marriages a broken relationship has failed |
| 16210 |
a broken engagement broken a broken relationship has failed |
| 16211 |
a broken line broken a broken pattern or sound has spaces in it |
| 16212 |
In broken English she asked them for directions. broken broken English if someone speaks in broken English etc, they speak slowly and make a lot of mistakes because they do not know the language very well |
| 16213 |
She works with children who come from broken homes. broken a broken home a family where the parents are divorced or do not live together, and the children suffer as a result |
| 16214 |
The jury found him guilty of murdering three people. jury a group of people, usually 12, who judge a court case. Members of a jury are ordinary members of the public: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 16215 |
The jury returned its verdict after five hours' deliberation. jury a group of people, usually 12, who judge a court case. Members of a jury are ordinary members of the public: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 16216 |
the right to trial by jury jury a group of people, usually 12, who judge a court case. Members of a jury are ordinary members of the public: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 16217 |
The jury is still out on whether the scheme will be successful. jury the jury is (still) out (on) used for saying that people have not yet decided what they think about someone or something |
| 16218 |
We gazed in wonder at the scene before us. gaze gaze at into toward upon up at to look at someone or something for a long time, for example because they are attractive or interesting, or because you are thinking of something else |
| 16219 |
He lay on the bed gazing up at the ceiling. gaze to look at someone or something for a long time, for example because they are attractive or interesting, or because you are thinking of something else |
| 16220 |
They gazed into each other's eyes. gaze to look at someone or something for a long time, for example because they are attractive or interesting, or because you are thinking of something else |
| 16221 |
As he spoke, his gaze remained fixed on the letter in his hand. gaze someone's way of looking at someone or something |
| 16222 |
Under his accusing gaze we both blushed. gaze someone's way of looking at someone or something |
| 16223 |
She looked away, unable to hold my gaze. gaze hold someone's gaze (=continue looking at someone who is looking at you) someone's way of looking at someone or something |
| 16224 |
I tried to catch his eye, but he refused to meet my gaze. gaze meet someone's gaze (=look directly at someone who is looking at you) someone's way of looking at someone or something |
| 16225 |
They did their best to shield their children from the public gaze. gaze the public gaze attention from the public |
| 16226 |
Did a tyre burst? burst if something filled with air or water bursts, or if you burst it, it breaks suddenly because there is too much pressure inside it or against it |
| 16227 |
A dam burst, causing severe flooding. burst if something filled with air or water bursts, or if you burst it, it breaks suddenly because there is too much pressure inside it or against it |
| 16228 |
She spitefully burst the little boy's balloon. burst if something filled with air or water bursts, or if you burst it, it breaks suddenly because there is too much pressure inside it or against it |
| 16229 |
A man burst into the room waving a gun. burst burst into through out to go somewhere quickly and suddenly |
| 16230 |
He burst onto the racing scene in 1998. burst burst into onto upon to become noticeable or successful quickly and suddenly |
| 16231 |
The door burst open and in came Samuel. burst burst open if a door or container bursts open, it opens quickly and suddenly |
| 16232 |
Stephen felt a sudden burst of indignation. burst burst of a sudden strong emotion that you feel for a short time |
| 16233 |
bursts of machine-gun fire burst a sudden short period of noise |
| 16234 |
After an initial burst of enthusiasm, she lost interest in her job. burst a short period in which you do something with a lot of energy or effort |
| 16235 |
short bursts of intense activity burst a short period in which you do something with a lot of energy or effort |
| 16236 |
a leak caused by a burst in a water pipe burst an act of bursting |
| 16237 |
Flowers provided a burst of colour in the room. burst a burst of colour an area of a bright colour on a plain background |
| 16238 |
The Olympic Charter forbids sex discrimination. charter an official document describing the aims, rights, or principles of an organization |
| 16239 |
The BBC has a Royal Charter. charter an official document that creates a city, organization, university etc and describes its purpose and its legal rights |
| 16240 |
a citizen's patient's parent's charter charter a document describing the rights of citizens in a particular group or situation |
| 16241 |
the Environmental Charter charter an official agreement or statement that makes rules for something |
| 16242 |
Critics have described the new bill as a strikers' charter. charter used about a law that seems to give people the opportunity to do something bad |
| 16243 |
a German charter carrying 200 tourists charter a boat, plane, or bus that is available for hire |
| 16244 |
a charter jet yacht aircraft charter a boat, plane, or bus that is available for hire |
| 16245 |
the feminist movement feminist |
| 16246 |
a powerful discourse on art discourse discourse on a long and serious speech or piece of writing on a particular subject |
| 16247 |
discourse analysis discourse written or spoken language, especially when it is studied in order to understand how people use language |
| 16248 |
Anna stared at her reflection in the hall mirror. reflection reflection in an image that you see when you look in a mirror or other shiny surface |
| 16249 |
We could see the reflection of clouds on the water. reflection reflection of an image that you see when you look in a mirror or other shiny surface |
| 16250 |
After a period of reflection, Russell decided to leave. reflection careful thought about something |
| 16251 |
At the time I thought I was right, but on reflection I think perhaps I wasn't. reflection on upon reflection (=after thinking about something carefully) careful thought about something |
| 16252 |
Your choice of clothes is a reflection of your personality. reflection reflection of something that clearly shows something |
| 16253 |
The play isn't a true reflection of Roman times. reflection true accurate reflection something that clearly shows something |
| 16254 |
These crimes are a sad reflection on modern society. reflection be a reflection on to show the faults of someone or something clearly |
| 16255 |
We're trying to cut down on our carbon. carbon carbon emissions |
| 16256 |
factory closures and the consequent loss of local jobs consequent happening as a result of something |
| 16257 |
Consumers are getting more sophisticated and more demanding. sophisticated knowing and understanding a lot about a complicated subject |
| 16258 |
Ten-year-olds can have a highly sophisticated grasp of morality. sophisticated knowing and understanding a lot about a complicated subject |
| 16259 |
She was elegant and sophisticated. sophisticated knowing a lot about things such as culture, fashion, and the modern world |
| 16260 |
sophisticated dinner-table conversation sophisticated knowing a lot about things such as culture, fashion, and the modern world |
| 16261 |
highly sophisticated surveillance equipment sophisticated complicated and advanced in design |
| 16262 |
reforms in defence spending and taxation taxation the system that a government uses for collecting money from people in the form of taxes |
| 16263 |
Reducing taxation further could have disastrous economic consequences. taxation the money that a government collects from people from taxes |
| 16264 |
He could face prosecution over the incident. prosecution the process or act of accusing someone of a crime and asking a court of law to judge them |
| 16265 |
She narrowly escaped prosecution. prosecution escape prosecution the process or act of accusing someone of a crime and asking a court of law to judge them |
| 16266 |
an increase in the number of prosecutions for violent crime prosecution prosecution for the process or act of accusing someone of a crime and asking a court of law to judge them |
| 16267 |
a witness for the prosecution prosecution the lawyers who try to prove in court that someone accused of a crime is guilty |
| 16268 |
Are you asleep yet? asleep not awake |
| 16269 |
The children are fast asleep in their rooms. asleep fast sound deeply asleep (=sleeping very deeply) not awake |
| 16270 |
I groped for the phone, still half asleep. asleep half asleep (=not fully awake) not awake |
| 16271 |
She was so tired she fell asleep sitting in her chair. asleep fall asleep (=begin to sleep) not awake |
| 16272 |
Her behaviour during the filming attracted a lot of free publicity. publicity attention in magazines, newspapers, or television |
| 16273 |
a publicity campaign (=an attempt to get publicity) publicity attention in magazines, newspapers, or television |
| 16274 |
Our company prepares its own publicity materials. publicity information that makes people notice a person, product etc |
| 16275 |
She works in publicity. publicity the business of producing such information |
| 16276 |
The house was quiet again, after the noise of their departure. departure an occasion when someone leaves a place, for example to go on a journey |
| 16277 |
an early departure from London departure departure from an occasion when someone leaves a place, for example to go on a journey |
| 16278 |
a 10 o'clock departure departure the time when a plane, bus, or train leaves |
| 16279 |
The next departure for New York will be at 11.00. departure a plane, bus, or train that leaves a place at a particular time |
| 16280 |
Things had got worse since his departure from head office. departure an occasion when someone leaves a job or an organization |
| 16281 |
Being a teacher is a totally new departure for me. departure something new and different |
| 16282 |
This is a significant departure from their earlier policies. departure departure from something new and different |
| 16283 |
Red paint had dripped on the floor. drip if a liquid drips, it falls in very small drops |
| 16284 |
Sweat was dripping down his face. drip if a liquid drips, it falls in very small drops |
| 16285 |
Drip some wax onto the paper to make a seal. drip if you drip a liquid, you make it fall in very small drops |
| 16286 |
The tap was dripping. drip to produce small drops of liquid |
| 16287 |
a comment dripping with irony drip be dripping with something to have a lot of a particular quality or thing |
| 16288 |
She's always dripping with jewellery. drip be dripping with something to have a lot of a particular quality or thing |
| 16289 |
All I could hear was the drip, drip of water. drip the sound or action of a liquid falling in drops |
| 16290 |
There were drips of blood on the floor. drip one of the small drops of liquid that fall from something |
| 16291 |
He was on a drip for two weeks after the accident. drip be on a drip a piece of equipment used in a hospital for putting a liquid such as medicine directly into your body |
| 16292 |
a steady drip of data suggesting that the economy is improving drip a small amount of something such as information that you get regularly |
| 16293 |
Interest rates have fallen sharply over the last few weeks. sharply suddenly and by a large amount |
| 16294 |
The government has been sharply criticized for human rights violations. sharply in a severe way |
| 16295 |
In this photograph, the figures are more sharply defined. sharply in a way that makes details or differences easy to see |
| 16296 |
The economic situation in the north contrasts sharply with that in the south. sharply in a way that makes details or differences easy to see |
| 16297 |
Visitors must report to reception first. reception the part of a large building such as a hotel or office where there is someone whose job is to welcome visitors, deal with questions etc |
| 16298 |
If you need anything, please ask at the reception desk. reception the part of a large building such as a hotel or office where there is someone whose job is to welcome visitors, deal with questions etc |
| 16299 |
I'll meet you in reception. reception the area in front of this |
| 16300 |
There will be a reception for the new president. reception a formal party to welcome someone or to celebrate something |
| 16301 |
a wedding reception reception a formal party to welcome someone or to celebrate something |
| 16302 |
Crawford's performance met with a mixed reception from the critics. reception a mixed warm cool etc reception the way in which someone or something is received or welcomed |
| 16303 |
Mobile phone users were complaining of poor reception. reception the quality or strength of the picture or sound that you receive on a television, radio, or mobile phone |
| 16304 |
Harry and I are cousins. cousin a child of your uncle or aunt. This person can also be called your first cousin. A child of the cousin of one of your parents is called a second cousin |
| 16305 |
The Duke of Kent is a cousin of the Queen. cousin a child of your uncle or aunt. This person can also be called your first cousin. A child of the cousin of one of your parents is called a second cousin |
| 16306 |
She is a distant cousin (=not a close relation) of the famous author. cousin someone who is related to you through a brother, sister, uncle, or aunt of one of your parents |
| 16307 |
Many politicians want to foster closer links with our European cousins. cousin someone or something that is related to another person or thing |
| 16308 |
These pigs are close cousins of the wild hog. cousin someone or something that is related to another person or thing |
| 16309 |
Use a cooling gel to relieve the discomfort of sunburn. relieve to make pain or another bad physical feeling less unpleasant |
| 16310 |
Your headaches can easily be relieved by regular aspirin. relieve to make pain or another bad physical feeling less unpleasant |
| 16311 |
Reading helped to relieve the boredom while he was ill. relieve to make a situation less boring |
| 16312 |
The scheme is designed to relieve traffic congestion on the main routes into the city. relieve to make a problem or bad situation less serious |
| 16313 |
The night guards arrived to relieve the daytime crew. relieve to replace someone when they finish work |
| 16314 |
a child with poor linguistic skills linguistic relating to languages, words, or linguistics |
| 16315 |
Words can have multiple meanings. multiple involving or consisting of many people, things, or parts |
| 16316 |
a multiple birth (=an occasion when a woman gives birth to more than one baby) multiple involving or consisting of many people, things, or parts |
| 16317 |
a multiple pile-up on the motorway multiple a multiple pile-up (=an accident involving several vehicles) involving or consisting of many people, things, or parts |
| 16318 |
He suffered multiple injuries in the crash. multiple affecting several parts of your body |
| 16319 |
12 is a multiple of 4. multiple a number that you can divide by a smaller number an exact number of times |
| 16320 |
Refresh your face with some cologne. refresh to make something look or feel fresher or brighter |
| 16321 |
Don't you remember what you said? Let me refresh your memory. refresh refresh someone's memory to make someone remember something |
| 16322 |
an electricity meter meter a piece of equipment for measuring how much of something such as gas, electricity, or water you have used |
| 16323 |
Someone from the gas company came to read the meter (=to check how much gas has been used). meter a piece of equipment for measuring how much of something such as gas, electricity, or water you have used |
| 16324 |
The outer walls of the castle were over six feet thick. outer on or around the outside of something |
| 16325 |
the outer limits of the solar system outer furthest away from the centre of something |
| 16326 |
The government must help the most vulnerable groups in our society. vulnerable someone who is vulnerable is weak or easy to hurt physically or mentally |
| 16327 |
Their constant arguments left her feeling increasingly vulnerable and insecure. vulnerable leave make someone vulnerable someone who is vulnerable is weak or easy to hurt physically or mentally |
| 16328 |
The long Russian frontier was highly vulnerable to a German attack. vulnerable vulnerable to a thing, person, or place that is vulnerable is easy to attack |
| 16329 |
While feeding, the birds are vulnerable to predators. vulnerable a thing, person, or place that is vulnerable is easy to attack |
| 16330 |
This procedure has improved, but it is still vulnerable to criticism. vulnerable a thing, person, or place that is vulnerable is easy to attack |
| 16331 |
We are in the vulnerable position of producing barely half our food. vulnerable easily damaged by something negative or harmful |
| 16332 |
The wound is vulnerable to infection. vulnerable vulnerable to easily damaged by something negative or harmful |
| 16333 |
The new fossil finds may tell us more about human evolution. evolution the scientific theory according to which types of plant and animal change gradually over long periods of time through a process known as natural selection to become more suitable for their environment |
| 16334 |
the evolution of language evolution evolution of the way in which something gradually changes and develops |
| 16335 |
Our task is to decide the best way to allocate scarce resources. allocate to officially give something to someone, or to decide that something can be used for a specific purpose |
| 16336 |
No agreement was reached on how much money should be allocated. allocate to officially give something to someone, or to decide that something can be used for a specific purpose |
| 16337 |
We allocate each student a personal tutor. allocate allocate someone something to officially give something to someone, or to decide that something can be used for a specific purpose |
| 16338 |
The committee allocates funds to universities. allocate allocate something to someone something to officially give something to someone, or to decide that something can be used for a specific purpose |
| 16339 |
We're not saying that these sites should be allocated for development. allocate allocate something for something to officially give something to someone, or to decide that something can be used for a specific purpose |
| 16340 |
Painting is a creative process. creative involving a lot of imagination and new ideas |
| 16341 |
the creative use of tax and incentives to achieve economic goals creative involving a lot of imagination and new ideas |
| 16342 |
He was a creative genius. creative someone who is creative has a lot of imagination and new ideas |
| 16343 |
We offer people the opportunity to be creative. creative someone who is creative has a lot of imagination and new ideas |
| 16344 |
a creative artist writer creative used about people who create works of art, especially as their job |
| 16345 |
degree courses in the creative and performing arts creative used about people who create works of art, especially as their job |
| 16346 |
This city is full of creatives. creative someone whose job is to have new ideas, especially in advertising |
| 16347 |
the judicial system judicial relating to the judges and courts that are responsible for justice in a country or state |
| 16348 |
a judicial decision judicial done by a judge or court |
| 16349 |
a judicial review judicial done by a judge or court |
| 16350 |
Judicial ethics limit what a judge can say during a trial. judicial relating to the work of a judge |
| 16351 |
'It was interesting,' she said after judicial consideration. judicial careful and serious |
| 16352 |
a senior aide to the Prime Minister aide aide to someone whose job is to help another person in their work |
| 16353 |
Marxist socialist revolutionary ideology ideology a system of ideas and principles on which a political or economic theory is based |
| 16354 |
the dominant free-market ideology of the late 20th century ideology a system of ideas and principles on which a political or economic theory is based |
| 16355 |
the ideology of motherhood domesticity ideology a set of ideas with a strong social influence |
| 16356 |
We need to put efficiency high on the agenda. agenda high on the your his her etc agenda all the things that need to be done or that need to be thought about or solved |
| 16357 |
Getting fit is at the top of my agenda. agenda at the top of the your his her etc agenda all the things that need to be done or that need to be thought about or solved |
| 16358 |
Cutting the number of workers is not on the agenda. agenda be on the agenda all the things that need to be done or that need to be thought about or solved |
| 16359 |
Funding the health service is now back on the political agenda. agenda the political agenda all the things that need to be done or that need to be thought about or solved |
| 16360 |
He has set the agenda for future work in this field. agenda set the agenda (=influence or decide what will be done next) all the things that need to be done or that need to be thought about or solved |
| 16361 |
The Minister seems to have her own agenda. agenda a plan or aim that is kept secret |
| 16362 |
There is no secret agenda to increase taxes. agenda a plan or aim that is kept secret |
| 16363 |
Let's move to the last item on the agenda. agenda on the agenda a list of things that people will discuss at a meeting |
| 16364 |
He gave me two fifties. fifty a piece of paper money that is worth fifty pounds or dollars |
| 16365 |
illegal drugs such as heroin and cocaine illegal not allowed by the law |
| 16366 |
I was charged with illegal possession of firearms. illegal not allowed by the law |
| 16367 |
It's illegal to buy cigarettes in Britain if you're under 16. illegal it is illegal (for someone) to do something not allowed by the law |
| 16368 |
It is illegal for employers to discriminate on the grounds of race. illegal not allowed by the law |
| 16369 |
fried roast grilled chicken chicken the meat of a chicken |
| 16370 |
a chicken leg chicken the meat of a chicken |
| 16371 |
The kids were playing chicken on the railway track when the accident happened. chicken play chicken a game played especially by children in which the winner is the person who continues doing something dangerous the longest |
| 16372 |
The affair degenerated into the longest game of chicken in diplomatic history. chicken game of chicken a situation in which two groups or countries threaten each other until one gives the other what they want |
| 16373 |
After years of borrowing, the government's chickens are coming home to roost. chicken chickens come home to roost used for saying that the bad results of something someone has done are starting to happen or to become clear |
| 16374 |
I was terrified, but I didn't want the others to think I was chicken. chicken not brave enough to do something |
| 16375 |
I was going to tell her how much it really cost, but I chickened out. chicken chicken out to not do something you were going to do because you are too frightened |
| 16376 |
Hugh's message was short, but the meaning was plain enough. plain easily seen or understood |
| 16377 |
It was plain that they knew each other already. plain it is plain (that) easily seen or understood |
| 16378 |
It was plain to everyone that Maude was not happy. plain it is plain to someone (that) easily seen or understood |
| 16379 |
Therese made it plain that she would not help Robert any more. plain make it plain easily seen or understood |
| 16380 |
Her disappointment was plain to see. plain be plain to see easily seen or understood |
| 16381 |
a plain wooden table plain simple in design, with no decoration |
| 16382 |
The gardens were fairly plain, with few plants. plain simple in design, with no decoration |
| 16383 |
a plain white T-shirt plain simple in design, with no decoration |
| 16384 |
We sell a selection of plain and patterned ties. plain simple in design, with no decoration |
| 16385 |
a plain sponge cake plain plain food is simple and does not have a lot of things added to it |
| 16386 |
plain yoghurt plain plain food is simple and does not have a lot of things added to it |
| 16387 |
The restaurant serves plain wholesome food. plain plain food is simple and does not have a lot of things added to it |
| 16388 |
He seems to go for plain quiet women. plain not very attractive |
| 16389 |
It's just plain Mr Cunningham now, no need to call me Doctor. plain used before a name for saying that someone does not have a special title or name |
| 16390 |
a plain answer plain expressing what you think honestly, using simple, direct language |
| 16391 |
She was admired for her plain speaking. plain plain speaking talking expressing what you think honestly, using simple, direct language |
| 16392 |
Thomas made plain his concerns about the changes introduced at work. plain make something plain make yourself plain to say something so that it is obvious what you mean |
| 16393 |
There have been demands for the tax forms to be rewritten in plain English. plain plain English language wording language that is easy to understand because it does not use difficult or technical words |
| 16394 |
The plain fact is that he is not doing his job very well. plain the plain fact truth is used for saying what you think is true even if it offends someone |
| 16395 |
The recipe is nothing special – you just use plain old mince and some onion powder. plain plain old not at all unusual, interesting, or special |
| 16396 |
plain old common sense plain plain old not at all unusual, interesting, or special |
| 16397 |
It was cheating, plain and simple. plain plain and simple used for emphasizing that something is completely true and cannot be described as anything else |
| 16398 |
The project has been beset by plain and simple managerial incompetence. plain plain and simple used for emphasizing that something is completely true and cannot be described as anything else |
| 16399 |
It was plain stupidity to think they could get away with a crime like that. plain plain stupidity luck etc used for emphasizing that something is very stupid lucky etc |
| 16400 |
It was just plain stupid of him to get involved. plain used for emphasizing that someone or something has a particular negative quality |
| 16401 |
That's just plain crazy! plain used for emphasizing that someone or something has a particular negative quality |
| 16402 |
the vast plains in the central states of the US plain a large flat area of land |
| 16403 |
the Serengeti Plains in East Africa plain a large flat area of land |
| 16404 |
the latest technological innovations innovation a new idea, method, piece of equipment etc |
| 16405 |
companies that reward creativity and innovation innovation the invention or use of new ideas, methods, equipment etc |
| 16406 |
All his limbs ached and he shivered with cold. ache if part of your body aches, you feel a continuous pain there that is unpleasant, but not very strong |
| 16407 |
Philip's head began to ache. ache if part of your body aches, you feel a continuous pain there that is unpleasant, but not very strong |
| 16408 |
There was a dull ache in his stomach. ache a dull ache (=slight, but still unpleasant) a pain that is continuous and unpleasant, but usually not very strong |
| 16409 |
I'm tired of hearing about all her aches and pains. ache aches and pains (=minor pains that continue over a period of time) a pain that is continuous and unpleasant, but usually not very strong |
| 16410 |
Wagner's operas opera a type of play performed by singers and an orchestra |
| 16411 |
We went to the opera last night and saw La Boheme. opera go to the opera a type of play performed by singers and an orchestra |
| 16412 |
an opera company singer festival opera connected with, consisting of, or performing in opera |
| 16413 |
the great composers of opera opera opera considered as an art form |
| 16414 |
Ruth grinned at him as she waved goodbye. grin grin at to smile showing your teeth |
| 16415 |
'A great win,' Mike said with a broad grin. grin a big smile that shows your teeth |
| 16416 |
He took a book from the shelf. shelf a flat piece of wood, plastic, or glass that is attached to the wall or is part of a piece of furniture, used for putting things on |
| 16417 |
The plates are on the top shelf. shelf top bottom shelf a flat piece of wood, plastic, or glass that is attached to the wall or is part of a piece of furniture, used for putting things on |
| 16418 |
Everything on our shelves is guaranteed fresh. shelf used for talking about the goods that are available in shops |
| 16419 |
The company could have a software accounting package tailor-made, or buy one off the shelf. shelf off the shelf available to buy without being ordered or designed for a particular customer |
| 16420 |
In those days, women were considered to be on the shelf at 25. shelf unlikely to find a partner or get married, usually because of being too old |
| 16421 |
Can we put that suggestion on the shelf for now? shelf not being used or discussed at the present time |
| 16422 |
There were rows of poles supporting young bean plants. pole a long thin stick, often used for holding or supporting something |
| 16423 |
Somewhere between the poles of wealth and poverty is the average middle class. pole one of two things that are completely opposite |
| 16424 |
Politically, the two women are poles apart. pole poles apart completely different |
| 16425 |
He had to clean up the mess as a punishment. punishment a way in which someone is punished |
| 16426 |
A 1994 law increased punishments for overloaded trucks. punishment punishment for a way in which someone is punished |
| 16427 |
He has cheated people and escaped punishment. punishment the process of punishing someone, or of being punished |
| 16428 |
A hire car has to take a lot of punishment. punishment rough treatment that a person or thing suffers |
| 16429 |
He's quite a strict trainer, but we all like him. strict someone who is strict has definite rules that they expect people to obey completely |
| 16430 |
Dad's very strict with us about table manners. strict someone who is strict has definite rules that they expect people to obey completely |
| 16431 |
They operate within strict time limits. strict strict rules or conditions must be obeyed completely |
| 16432 |
a strict diet strict strict rules or conditions must be obeyed completely |
| 16433 |
strict vegans strict completely following the rules of a particular belief |
| 16434 |
He was not depressed in the strict sense of the word. strict exact, or accurate |
| 16435 |
These cases are not covered by a strict definition of poverty. strict exact, or accurate |
| 16436 |
a typewriter carriage carriage a moving part of a machine that supports another part |
| 16437 |
Let us pray to Almighty God. almighty used for emphasizing that God is believed to have power over everyone and everything |
| 16438 |
an almighty bang crash almighty used for emphasizing how great, loud, or serious something is |
| 16439 |
currency conversion conversion the process of changing from one system, method, or use to another |
| 16440 |
the conversion of an office building into a block of flats conversion conversion of the process of changing from one system, method, or use to another |
| 16441 |
the conversion from communism to capitalism conversion conversion from the process of changing from one system, method, or use to another |
| 16442 |
a loft conversion (=one that has been changed into a flat) conversion a building that has been changed so that people can live in it |
| 16443 |
We must hurry or we'll be late. hurry to do something or to move somewhere very quickly |
| 16444 |
Alex had to hurry home, but I decided to stay. hurry to do something or to move somewhere very quickly |
| 16445 |
She hurried along the corridor towards his office. hurry hurry along through into to do something or to move somewhere very quickly |
| 16446 |
He hurried through the streets until he reached Bill's house. hurry to do something or to move somewhere very quickly |
| 16447 |
The telephone suddenly rang and she hurried to answer it. hurry hurry to do something to do something or to move somewhere very quickly |
| 16448 |
Liz took Anna's arm and hurried her away. hurry hurry someone away in out etc to make someone do something or move somewhere more quickly |
| 16449 |
Don't let them hurry you into signing anything. hurry hurry someone into doing something to make someone do something or move somewhere more quickly |
| 16450 |
Let's not hurry the process. hurry to make something happen more quickly than it would have done |
| 16451 |
The Act was hurried through Parliament just before the election. hurry hurry something through to make something happen more quickly than it would have done |
| 16452 |
Donna's letter looked as though she had written it in a great hurry. hurry be in a hurry to do something or go somewhere quickly because you do not have much time |
| 16453 |
She had been in too much of a hurry to change. hurry be in a hurry to do something or go somewhere quickly because you do not have much time |
| 16454 |
I'm not in any hurry to get there. hurry to be able to wait to do something, because you have plenty of time |
| 16455 |
Lou's in no hurry to get married. hurry to be unwilling to do something, or to not want to do it until a future time |
| 16456 |
In his hurry he forgot to lock up. hurry in my his her etc hurry used for saying that someone made a mistake because of being in a hurry |
| 16457 |
I'm ready whenever you are – there's no hurry. hurry (there's) no hurry used for telling someone that they do not need to do something soon or quickly |
| 16458 |
What's the hurry? We've got all afternoon. hurry what's the hurry? used for telling someone that they are doing something too soon or too quickly |
| 16459 |
I won't be going back there in a hurry, I can tell you. hurry will not be doing something again in a hurry used for saying that you do not want to do something again |
| 16460 |
We have to write an essay about Romantic poetry. essay essay on about a short piece of writing by a student on a particular subject |
| 16461 |
Rousseau's essay on the origin of language essay essay on about a short piece of writing on a particular subject that is published in a book, magazine, or newspaper |
| 16462 |
a strategy to ease their integration into the community integration integration into the process of becoming a full member of a group or society, and becoming involved completely in its activities |
| 16463 |
the integration of schools integration the process of allowing people of all races to use a place, institution, or organization |
| 16464 |
increased operating efficiency through the integration of existing company systems integration integration of the process of combining with other things in a single larger unit or system |
| 16465 |
opposition to Britain's closer integration with the European Union integration integration with the process of combining with other things in a single larger unit or system |
| 16466 |
the program's integration into IBM networks integration integration into the process of combining with other things in a single larger unit or system |
| 16467 |
a letter of resignation resignation the act of leaving a job permanently |
| 16468 |
Rebel groups have demanded the immediate resignation of the government. resignation resignation of the act of leaving a job permanently |
| 16469 |
He announced his resignation as Gorbachev's senior adviser. resignation resignation as the act of leaving a job permanently |
| 16470 |
The scandal resulted in Allen's resignation from his post. resignation resignation from the act of leaving a job permanently |
| 16471 |
I'm thinking of handing in my resignation. resignation hand in tender submit your resignation a formal written statement that you are leaving your job permanently |
| 16472 |
a sigh of resignation resignation the attitude of someone who accepts that something unpleasant must happen and that they cannot change it |
| 16473 |
The floor was paved with marble flagstones. pave to put a hard flat surface on an area of ground, using bricks, blocks of stone, concrete etc |
| 16474 |
The agreement will pave the way for restoring economic ties. pave pave the way for something to create a situation that makes it possible or easier for something to happen |
| 16475 |
a treasury of 15th-century paintings treasury treasury of a collection of valuable things |
| 16476 |
Rail travellers are furious at the proposed seven per cent increase in fares. traveller someone who is travelling or who often travels |
| 16477 |
Would you like a piece of chocolate? chocolate a sweet brown food eaten as a sweet or used for flavouring other food |
| 16478 |
a chocolate bar bar of chocolate (=a long block of chocolate) chocolate a sweet brown food eaten as a sweet or used for flavouring other food |
| 16479 |
chocolate cake biscuits mousse chocolate made from or tasting of chocolate |
| 16480 |
a box of chocolates chocolate a small sweet made from chocolate |
| 16481 |
an assault on a young student assault a physical attack on someone, or the crime of physically attacking someone |
| 16482 |
He was charged with assault. assault a physical attack on someone, or the crime of physically attacking someone |
| 16483 |
guilty of indecent assault assault a physical attack on someone, or the crime of physically attacking someone |
| 16484 |
a NATO air assault assault an attack by the armed forces |
| 16485 |
the assault on Pohang-dong assault assault on an attack by the armed forces |
| 16486 |
an assault rifle vehicle weapon assault used in a military attack |
| 16487 |
The article was a vicious assault on Bell's integrity. assault a strong criticism |
| 16488 |
An elderly woman was assaulted and robbed. assault to attack someone violently |
| 16489 |
What's on your schedule today? schedule a plan of activities or events and when they will happen |
| 16490 |
Our MP has a very busy schedule. schedule a busy full schedule a plan of activities or events and when they will happen |
| 16491 |
We're shooting the film on a very tight schedule. schedule a tight schedule (=many things to do in a short time) a plan of activities or events and when they will happen |
| 16492 |
a project completed ahead of schedule schedule ahead of on behind schedule (=before at after the time that was planned) a plan of activities or events and when they will happen |
| 16493 |
Let's schedule another meeting in July. schedule to plan for something to happen at a particular time |
| 16494 |
They have scheduled the factory for completion in 2004. schedule schedule something for something to plan for something to happen at a particular time |
| 16495 |
The exhibition is scheduled to run from January until March. schedule be scheduled to do something to plan for something to happen at a particular time |
| 16496 |
The next few days will undoubtedly prove crucial. undoubtedly used for saying that something is certainly true or is accepted by everyone |
| 16497 |
'I did the right thing, didn't I?' 'Oh, undoubtedly.' undoubtedly used for saying that something is certainly true or is accepted by everyone |
| 16498 |
I have a twin brother and one sister. twin one of two children born at the same time to the same mother. Twins of the same sex who look exactly like each other are called identical twins. Twins that are not identical are called fraternal twins |
| 16499 |
a powerful plane with twin engines twin forming a pair of two similar things |
| 16500 |
They are working on the twin problems of flood and famine. twin closely connected |
| 16501 |
Oxford is twinned with Grenoble in France. twin if two towns in different countries are twinned, they have established a formal connection to encourage visits and exchange information |
| 16502 |
Changes have been proposed to the format of the competition. format the arrangement, design, or organization of something |
| 16503 |
a tabloid broadsheet format format the size, shape, and appearance of a book, magazine, or newspaper |
| 16504 |
large-print format format the size, shape, and appearance of a book, magazine, or newspaper |
| 16505 |
a TV programme in wide-screen format format the form that a film, television programme, music recording etc is produced in |
| 16506 |
Jan sighed heavily and shook her head. sigh sigh heavily wearily deeply to breathe out slowly making a long soft sound, especially because you are disappointed, tired, annoyed, or relaxed |
| 16507 |
Sighing contentedly, Beth settled down in her comfortable chair. sigh sigh happily contentedly to breathe out slowly making a long soft sound, especially because you are disappointed, tired, annoyed, or relaxed |
| 16508 |
Doug heard him sigh softly with relief. sigh sigh with relief satisfaction regret etc to breathe out slowly making a long soft sound, especially because you are disappointed, tired, annoyed, or relaxed |
| 16509 |
'I wish you had told me earlier,' she sighed. sigh to say something with a sigh |
| 16510 |
'I'll wait,' he said with a sigh. sigh a slow breath out that makes a long soft sound, especially because you are disappointed, tired, annoyed, or relaxed |
| 16511 |
With a little sigh of pleasure, she sat up in bed and looked at the stunning view from her window. sigh a sigh of relief pleasure contentment satisfaction a slow breath out that makes a long soft sound, especially because you are disappointed, tired, annoyed, or relaxed |
| 16512 |
His only reaction to the news was a sigh of disappointment. sigh a sigh of exasperation resignation impatience disappointment a slow breath out that makes a long soft sound, especially because you are disappointed, tired, annoyed, or relaxed |
| 16513 |
She let out a deep sigh. sigh breathe let out give heave a sigh a slow breath out that makes a long soft sound, especially because you are disappointed, tired, annoyed, or relaxed |
| 16514 |
Her second novel was a poor seller. seller a good poor seller something that a lot of people or very few people buy |
| 16515 |
You're lucky having the school and the supermarket on your doorstep. doorstep on your doorstep very close to where you live |
| 16516 |
This extra money could give some older hospitals a whole new lease of life. lease a change to something that makes it more modern or useful |
| 16517 |
Taking up golf in his 60s has given Dad a new lease of life. lease new energy and enthusiasm, or better health |
| 16518 |
The offices are currently leased to a design company. lease to have a legal agreement in which someone pays you money to use a building, land, or equipment belonging to you for a specific period of time |
| 16519 |
I'm still bitter about the whole affair. bitter bitter about feeling angry or upset because of a bad experience, especially when you think that you have been treated unfairly |
| 16520 |
a bitter dispute divorce case bitter involving very angry feelings |
| 16521 |
one of the President's most bitter critics bitter used about a determined and angry enemy or opponent |
| 16522 |
They had always been bitter rivals. bitter used about a determined and angry enemy or opponent |
| 16523 |
It was a bitter blow when he lost his job. bitter a bitter blow disappointment making you feel very unhappy or disappointed |
| 16524 |
A bitter wind was blowing from the north. bitter extremely cold in a way that makes you very uncomfortable |
| 16525 |
She knew from bitter experience it wasn't worth complaining. bitter from bitter experience if you know something from bitter experience, you know about its unpleasant aspects because you have experienced it before |
| 16526 |
the United States and its European allies ally a country that makes an agreement with another country that they will work together to help each other, especially in a war |
| 16527 |
If you're going to succeed in this job you will need allies. ally someone who is ready to help you, especially against someone else who is causing problems for you |
| 16528 |
countries that have allied themselves with the West ally if a country allies itself with another country, it makes an agreement with it that they will work together to help each other, especially in a war |
| 16529 |
We should ally ourselves with companies that complement our strengths. ally if you ally yourself with someone, you work together to help each other |
| 16530 |
They took a 40% stake in the company last year. stake stake in the part of a business that you own because you have invested money in it |
| 16531 |
RCS Video has bought a majority stake in Majestic Films International. stake a majority minority stake (=more less than half) the part of a business that you own because you have invested money in it |
| 16532 |
He has a huge stake in making the peace process work. stake have a stake in (doing) something the degree to which you are involved in something and want it to succeed |
| 16533 |
He liked gambling, but only for small stakes. stake an amount of money that you risk losing when you try to guess the result of a race or competition |
| 16534 |
With such high stakes, the atmosphere was tense. stake high stakes (=a lot that could be won or lost) the things that you can gain or lose by taking a risk, for example in business or politics |
| 16535 |
The Americans have raised the stakes in a bitter fight over imports. stake raise the stakes (=risk gaining or losing more) the things that you can gain or lose by taking a risk, for example in business or politics |
| 16536 |
Joan of Arc was burnt at the stake in 1431. stake be burnt at the stake a thick wooden pole that someone was tied to and burnt in the past as a punishment |
| 16537 |
the Queen Mary Stakes at Royal Ascot stake used in the names of some horse races |
| 16538 |
Who are the main contenders in the party leadership stakes? stake used for talking about a competition or comparison that seems like a race |
| 16539 |
They're running neck and neck in the popularity stakes. stake in the popularity fitness beauty etc stakes used for talking about a competition or comparison that seems like a race |
| 16540 |
People's lives are at stake. stake likely to be lost or damaged if something fails |
| 16541 |
Few voters had any idea of the issues at stake. stake used about important issues that are involved in a situation or could be decided by it |
| 16542 |
There are ancient rivalries at stake. stake used about important issues that are involved in a situation or could be decided by it |
| 16543 |
The government has staked its reputation on eliminating the deficit. stake stake something on something to risk losing or damaging something valuable in order to obtain or achieve something |
| 16544 |
They have staked a lot of money on the favourite. stake stake something on something to risk money by betting it on the result of a race, competition, game etc |
| 16545 |
Both sides were staking a claim to the land. stake stake a claim (to for something) to say or show clearly that you consider that something is or should be yours |
| 16546 |
I'd stake my life on his loyalty. stake stake your life on something used for saying that you are completely sure about something |
| 16547 |
It was very informal – more of a chat than an interview. informal relaxed and friendly |
| 16548 |
The hotel has an informal atmosphere. informal relaxed and friendly |
| 16549 |
phrases that the students used in informal conversation informal used about language or behaviour that is suitable for using with friends but not in formal situations |
| 16550 |
Beware of being too friendly and informal with your employees. informal used about language or behaviour that is suitable for using with friends but not in formal situations |
| 16551 |
The informal meetings at Camp David were important in strengthening mutual understanding and trust. informal informal talks or meetings are relaxed, do not involve many people, and do not need to produce an official result |
| 16552 |
informal networks within the community informal an informal organization, group, or arrangement is not official and has no fixed rules |
| 16553 |
They cooperate with other groups on an informal basis. informal an informal organization, group, or arrangement is not official and has no fixed rules |
| 16554 |
A more flexible approach to childcare arrangements is needed. flexible able to make changes or deal with a situation that is changing |
| 16555 |
The job offers flexible working hours. flexible able to make changes or deal with a situation that is changing |
| 16556 |
a flexible rubber strip flexible able to bend or move easily |
| 16557 |
A gymnast has to be flexible above all else. flexible able to bend or move easily |
| 16558 |
The children can take part in music, dance, painting etc. etc used after a list of things to mean 'and others of the same type', when you do not want to mention everything |
| 16559 |
a baseball cap cap a soft hat with a stiff part called a peak that comes out over your eyes |
| 16560 |
an elderly man in a peaked cap cap a soft hat with a stiff part called a peak that comes out over your eyes |
| 16561 |
a nurse's chauffeur's sailor's cap cap a soft hat that people wear as part of a uniform |
| 16562 |
a school cap cap a soft hat that people wear as part of a uniform |
| 16563 |
a swimming bathing shower cap cap a soft hat that you wear to protect or cover your hair |
| 16564 |
Meg screwed the cap back on the bottle. cap a lid or part that fits over the top of something |
| 16565 |
Airlines began to impose a $50 cap on commissions for domestic flights. cap a limit on the amount of money that you can spend or charge |
| 16566 |
The government introduced new spending caps for local authorities. cap a limit on the amount of money that you can spend or charge |
| 16567 |
the hills with their snowy caps cap the top part of a mountain |
| 16568 |
He won seventeen caps for England in the 1990s. cap win receive get a cap if a football, rugby, or cricket player wins a cap, they play for their country in an international match |
| 16569 |
Barber is joined in the midfield by the England cap Nick Pickering. cap a player who has played for their country's team |
| 16570 |
'He as good as called me a slob!' 'Well, if the cap fits...' cap if the cap fits (wear it) used for saying that if someone thinks that a general criticism you have made is true about them, they should accept the criticism |
| 16571 |
The Department of the Environment is capping local authorities' spending. cap to set a limit on the amount of money that someone can spend or charge |
| 16572 |
The interest rate has been capped at 7.5 per cent. cap to set a limit on the amount of money that someone can spend or charge |
| 16573 |
Rix was capped for England 17 times. cap to give a player a place in a country's team for an international match in football, rugby, or cricket |
| 16574 |
He has now become Brazil's most capped goalkeeper. cap to give a player a place in a country's team for an international match in football, rugby, or cricket |
| 16575 |
Every time I made a joke, Kim tried to cap it. cap to say or do something that is better, funnier, cleverer etc than something good, funny, clever etc that someone has just said or done |
| 16576 |
His victory in the world championship capped a brilliant week's skiing. cap to be a very good or very important event that happens at the end of a series of events |
| 16577 |
The festivities were capped by a presentation to all the committee members. cap to be a very good or very important event that happens at the end of a series of events |
| 16578 |
She'd had three of her teeth capped. cap to fix a hard cover to a tooth to protect it or replace part of it |
| 16579 |
It's a good idea to cap the chimney to prevent dirt from getting in. cap to put a cover or lid on something |
| 16580 |
The mountains were capped with snow. cap be capped with by to have something on top |
| 16581 |
We were late setting off, the traffic was terrible, and to cap it all we ran out of petrol. cap to cap it all used when you are saying that a bad or disappointing thing happens after several other bad or disappointing things have already happened |
| 16582 |
People have become accustomed to a stable economic situation. stable not changing frequently and not likely to suddenly become worse |
| 16583 |
The marine environment is relatively stable. stable not changing frequently and not likely to suddenly become worse |
| 16584 |
Children benefit from stable relationships within the family unit. stable not changing frequently and not likely to suddenly become worse |
| 16585 |
Tonight the baby is in a critical but stable condition in hospital. stable if a seriously ill or injured person is stable, their condition is not getting worse |
| 16586 |
The tent is extremely stable even in very high winds. stable not likely to fall or move in the wrong way |
| 16587 |
The suspension keeps the car stable when cornering. stable not likely to fall or move in the wrong way |
| 16588 |
I've got two very stable teenaged children. stable with a healthy mental and emotional state |
| 16589 |
Solvents should be chosen that are chemically stable. stable able to stay in the same state |
| 16590 |
Her stable of authors included Julian Green, Eudora Welty, and Ken Kesey. stable a group of people such as artists or sports players whose careers are managed by the same person or company |
| 16591 |
the owner of a stable of media companies stable a group of products or companies that are produced or owned by the same company |
| 16592 |
The film describes, with considerable sympathy, the problems faced by economic migrants. sympathy a natural feeling of kindness and understanding that you have for someone who is experiencing something very unpleasant |
| 16593 |
It's his own fault, so he'll get no sympathy from me. sympathy a natural feeling of kindness and understanding that you have for someone who is experiencing something very unpleasant |
| 16594 |
We all have great sympathy for the victims of the flood. sympathy have feel sympathy (for) a natural feeling of kindness and understanding that you have for someone who is experiencing something very unpleasant |
| 16595 |
Do you have any sympathy with his point of view? sympathy sympathy with for agreement with, or support of, a group, idea, plan etc |
| 16596 |
Darwin himself had little sympathy for these ideas. sympathy agreement with, or support of, a group, idea, plan etc |
| 16597 |
The school should be entirely in sympathy with these aims. sympathy be out of in sympathy with someone something agreement with, or support of, a group, idea, plan etc |
| 16598 |
journalists with left-wing sympathies sympathy support or approval for ideas, beliefs, or people |
| 16599 |
Their sympathies automatically lay with Britain's enemies. sympathy someone's sympathies lie with someone support or approval for ideas, beliefs, or people |
| 16600 |
I am writing to extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family. sympathy extend offer your sympathy sympathies to tell someone that you are sorry when someone close to them has died |
| 16601 |
Two men are being held for questioning in connection with the Paris bombing. bombing an attack or attacks made using bombs |
| 16602 |
Have you got a pen and paper? pen an object that you use for writing or drawing with ink |
| 16603 |
It was written in black pen. pen ink from a pen |
| 16604 |
He was inspired to put pen to paper and compose a poem. pen put pen to paper to start writing something |
| 16605 |
the house where Anne Frank penned her famous diaries pen to write something |
| 16606 |
The Football Association suspended him for spitting at an opponent. suspend to officially stop someone from doing their job or from going to school for a limited time because they have done something wrong |
| 16607 |
Operations at the plant have been suspended because of safety concerns. suspend to officially stop something for a short time |
| 16608 |
His licence was suspended after a drink-driving conviction. suspend to officially remove the authority or effectiveness of something for a time |
| 16609 |
A huge chandelier was suspended above the table. suspend to hang something from something else |
| 16610 |
They suspended him by his feet. suspend to hang something from something else |
| 16611 |
He seemed to be suspended in mid-air. suspend be suspended in something to float without moving in a liquid or gas |
| 16612 |
He wandered the countryside, looking for his son. wander to travel from place to place, especially on foot, without a particular direction or purpose |
| 16613 |
My sister likes wandering around the city at night. wander wander into around through to travel from place to place, especially on foot, without a particular direction or purpose |
| 16614 |
Jim wandered into the kitchen to make breakfast. wander wander through into around to travel from place to place, especially on foot, without a particular direction or purpose |
| 16615 |
It's a safe place where kids can wander off on their own. wander to move away from a place where you are usually, or where people expect you to be |
| 16616 |
As soon as I try to work my mind starts wandering. wander if your mind or thoughts wander, you stop concentrating and start thinking about other things, especially because you are bored or worried |
| 16617 |
His eyes kept wandering to the TV. wander if your eyes or your gaze wanders, you stop looking at one thing and start looking at another |
| 16618 |
Keep your answers short and don't wander off the point. wander to talk about something that is not connected with the subject that you were talking about before |
| 16619 |
A narrow path wanders between the trees. wander if something such as a path or river wanders, it curves |
| 16620 |
She's a wanderer – always likes to be on the move. wander |
| 16621 |
Let's go for a wander round the market. wander go for take have a wander a short relaxed walk without a particular direction or purpose |
| 16622 |
A few issues remain, notably the question of whether the companies should be nationalized. notably especially: used for introducing a good example of something |
| 16623 |
Some subjects are very popular, most notably the sciences. notably most notably especially: used for introducing a good example of something |
| 16624 |
Her writing ability has notably improved over the past year. notably in a way that is unusual or interesting, or more than you would expect |
| 16625 |
I hate to disappoint you, but the cake's all gone. disappoint to make someone feel unhappy because something that they hoped for or expected did not happen or because someone or something was not as good as they expected |
| 16626 |
No one wants to disappoint people's hopes of peace. disappoint disappoint someone's hopes expectations to make someone feel unhappy because something that they hoped for or expected did not happen or because someone or something was not as good as they expected |
| 16627 |
Let me just wipe the table before you sit down. wipe to clean or dry something by moving a cloth or something soft over it |
| 16628 |
Wipe your mouth. You've got chocolate all over it. wipe to clean or dry something by moving a cloth or something soft over it |
| 16629 |
She wiped away her tears. wipe to clean or dry something by moving a cloth or something soft over it |
| 16630 |
He wiped his mouth with his serviette. wipe wipe something with something to clean or dry something by moving a cloth or something soft over it |
| 16631 |
Wipe your hands before touching food! wipe wipe your hands feet to clean or dry something by moving it over a surface |
| 16632 |
I wish you wouldn't wipe your hands on your clothes! wipe wipe something on something to clean or dry something by moving it over a surface |
| 16633 |
He wiped the sweat from his forehead. wipe wipe something from off something to remove dirt or liquid from something, using a cloth or your hands |
| 16634 |
She shook the thermometer vigorously, and then wiped the end with antiseptic. wipe wipe something with around etc something to apply a substance to a surface by moving a cloth, a piece of paper, or your finger over it |
| 16635 |
Did you wipe that tape? wipe to remove information from a tape, video, or computer disk |
| 16636 |
She wiped the floor with the opposition. wipe to defeat someone very easily in a game or an argument |
| 16637 |
She wants to wipe the divorce from her mind. wipe wipe something from your mind memory to deliberately forget about something |
| 16638 |
Some villages had been wiped from the map. wipe wipe something off from the map to destroy something, or to make it disappear completely |
| 16639 |
We won't be promoting Larry. That should wipe the grin off his face. wipe wipe the smile grin off someone's face to stop someone who is annoying you from feeling so happy or pleased |
| 16640 |
Could you give the table a wipe before we eat? wipe the action of wiping something to make it clean |
| 16641 |
a pack of baby wipes wipe a small wet cloth used a single time for cleaning something, especially skin |
| 16642 |
A lot of folks are upset at the changes. folk people in general |
| 16643 |
Many of the older folk will remember Mrs Poynton. folk people of a particular type or from a particular place |
| 16644 |
Will local folks get employment in the new business? folk people of a particular type or from a particular place |
| 16645 |
city folk folk people of a particular type or from a particular place |
| 16646 |
That's all, folks! folk used for talking to a group of people |
| 16647 |
What do you folks think? folk used for talking to a group of people |
| 16648 |
His folks bought him a car for his birthday. folk someone's parents |
| 16649 |
The city has annual jazz and folk festivals. folk folk music |
| 16650 |
an old Welsh folk tale folk folk art, traditions, stories etc were developed by people in a particular region and have become traditional there |
| 16651 |
folk medicine wisdom folk relating to or based on the beliefs and practices of ordinary people |
| 16652 |
Chicken soup is a popular folk remedy for the common cold. folk relating to or based on the beliefs and practices of ordinary people |
| 16653 |
The town's most popular attraction is the Marine Science Museum. attraction somewhere or something you can visit that is interesting or enjoyable |
| 16654 |
The plane is the main attraction at this weekend's air show. attraction somewhere or something you can visit that is interesting or enjoyable |
| 16655 |
One of the car's main attractions is its low price. attraction a reason for liking something or for being interested in it |
| 16656 |
You could sense the undeniable attraction between them. attraction the feeling of liking someone, especially in a sexual way |
| 16657 |
electrical attraction between atoms attraction a force such as gravity that pulls or keeps things together |
| 16658 |
Inspired by her example, other zoologists have begun working with apes in the wild. inspire to give someone the enthusiasm to do or create something |
| 16659 |
Stewart did his best to inspire his team to greater efforts. inspire inspire someone to something to give someone the enthusiasm to do or create something |
| 16660 |
We use interactive displays to inspire children to read and write for pleasure. inspire inspire someone to do something to give someone the enthusiasm to do or create something |
| 16661 |
The sea inspired many of the artist's later paintings. inspire to give someone the idea for a piece of work |
| 16662 |
a car that inspires envy among other drivers inspire to give people a particular feeling |
| 16663 |
His athleticism inspires awe in everyone who sees him in action. inspire inspire something in someone to give people a particular feeling |
| 16664 |
Her resignation will do little to inspire confidence in a company that is already struggling. inspire inspire confidence to give people a particular feeling |
| 16665 |
agricultural industrial machinery machinery machines |
| 16666 |
You should not drive or operate machinery after taking the medicine. machinery machines |
| 16667 |
the corporate decision-making machinery machinery an established system for doing something |
| 16668 |
the machinery of government justice machinery machinery of an established system for doing something |
| 16669 |
the machinery for resolving disputes machinery machinery for an established system for doing something |
| 16670 |
She underwent emergency surgery for suspected appendicitis. undergo undergo surgery treatment an operation etc to experience something, especially something that is unpleasant but necessary |
| 16671 |
The bridge has undergone a series of modifications and will be re-opened in two weeks. undergo to experience a process of change |
| 16672 |
Nowhere on earth is free from ecological damage. nowhere not in any place, or not to any place |
| 16673 |
There is nowhere else for me to stay. nowhere not in any place, or not to any place |
| 16674 |
Nowhere does it say that we cannot have guests in our rooms. nowhere not in any place, or not to any place |
| 16675 |
Many people are concerned about education, but nowhere more so than in France. nowhere not in any place, or not to any place |
| 16676 |
The old railway tracks lead nowhere. nowhere in or to no particular place |
| 16677 |
Our investigation got nowhere. nowhere get go nowhere to fail to achieve something, or to fail to be successful |
| 16678 |
His career is going nowhere. nowhere get go nowhere to fail to achieve something, or to fail to be successful |
| 16679 |
The negotiators are getting nowhere fast. nowhere get go nowhere fast to fail to achieve something, or to fail to be successful |
| 16680 |
Trying to bribe the officials got us nowhere. nowhere get someone nowhere to fail to achieve something, or to fail to be successful |
| 16681 |
The children were nowhere in sight. nowhere nowhere to be seen in sight to be found impossible to see find |
| 16682 |
The papers were nowhere to be found. nowhere nowhere to be seen in sight to be found impossible to see find |
| 16683 |
The car seemed to come out of nowhere. nowhere out of from nowhere appearing, arriving, happening etc quickly or unexpectedly |
| 16684 |
The horse came from nowhere to win by six lengths. nowhere out of from nowhere appearing, arriving, happening etc quickly or unexpectedly |
| 16685 |
Health inspectors are concerned about the risk of disease. inspector an official whose job is to check that things are in the correct condition or that people are doing what they should |
| 16686 |
United Nations weapons inspectors inspector an official whose job is to check that things are in the correct condition or that people are doing what they should |
| 16687 |
Sally is a wise and cautious woman. wise a wise person is able to make good choices and decisions because they have a lot of experience |
| 16688 |
the wise old men of the village wise a wise person is able to make good choices and decisions because they have a lot of experience |
| 16689 |
Moving out of your old flat was wise. wise a wise action or decision is sensible and shows that you have good judgment |
| 16690 |
Buying those shares was a wise move. wise a wise action or decision is sensible and shows that you have good judgment |
| 16691 |
You made a wise decision when you chose to study Spanish. wise a wise decision a wise action or decision is sensible and shows that you have good judgment |
| 16692 |
I don't think it's wise to teach your children at home. wise wise to do something a wise action or decision is sensible and shows that you have good judgment |
| 16693 |
It might be wise to keep an eye on your son. wise it someone would might be wise to do something used for suggesting what should be done |
| 16694 |
You'd be wise to pay more attention. wise it someone would might be wise to do something used for suggesting what should be done |
| 16695 |
We're still none the wiser about the future of our jobs. wise none the wiser used for saying that you do not know or understand something, even after you have tried to find out about it, or after someone has tried to explain it |
| 16696 |
Just stick it back on and no one will be any the wiser. wise not be any the wiser to not find out that something has happened, especially something bad |
| 16697 |
It doesn't help to be wise after the event. wise wise after the event to know what you should have done after something has happened, but not while it was happening |
| 16698 |
The police are finally getting wise to how drug dealers work. wise wise to something conscious of something that is happening, especially something bad |
| 16699 |
They spent the money wisely. wise |
| 16700 |
She nodded wisely. wise |
| 16701 |
When are they going to wise up to the fact that people aren't interested? wise wise up to learn or understand the truth about something, or to tell someone the truth about something |
| 16702 |
It was a poor show, talent-wise (=speaking of talent). #NAME? speaking of, or referring to: used with many nouns, verbs, and adjectives |
| 16703 |
weather-wise (=referring to the weather) #NAME? speaking of, or referring to: used with many nouns, verbs, and adjectives |
| 16704 |
lengthwise (=from one end to another) #NAME? in the direction of: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 16705 |
cross-wise (=in a cross direction) #NAME? in the direction of: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 16706 |
a ski seaside mountain resort resort a place that many people go to for a holiday |
| 16707 |
a resort island town resort a place that many people go to for a holiday |
| 16708 |
The government will impose a state of emergency only as a last resort. resort (as) a last resort used for saying that you will do something only after trying everything else to solve a problem |
| 16709 |
In the last resort, much depends on how well you have argued your case. resort in the last resort when everything else has been considered |
| 16710 |
I think we can solve this problem without resorting to legal action. resort resort to to do something extreme or unpleasant in order to solve a problem |
| 16711 |
Champagne corks were popping. pop if a cork pops, or if you pop it, it makes a sudden noise like a small explosion when it comes out of a bottle |
| 16712 |
I'm just popping round to Mary's to borrow some milk. pop pop in into round over out down to go somewhere quickly or for a short time |
| 16713 |
He kept popping in and out, asking all kinds of questions. pop to go somewhere quickly or for a short time |
| 16714 |
She picked a berry and popped it into her mouth. pop pop something in into on round over something to move something quickly to a particular position |
| 16715 |
Her music combines jazz and pop. pop pop music |
| 16716 |
a pill that sells for $10 a pop pop a pop for each one |
| 16717 |
pop psychology pop created for or popular with a very large number of people, especially people with no special knowledge of something |
| 16718 |
a pop singer record song pop relating to pop music |
| 16719 |
digestive sexual sense organs organ a part of your body that does a specific job, such as your heart or brain. Your vital organs are the organs that you cannot live without |
| 16720 |
organ transplant operations organ a part of your body that does a specific job, such as your heart or brain. Your vital organs are the organs that you cannot live without |
| 16721 |
The Health Service has a register of potential organ donors. organ a part of your body that does a specific job, such as your heart or brain. Your vital organs are the organs that you cannot live without |
| 16722 |
an organ donor card organ a part of your body that does a specific job, such as your heart or brain. Your vital organs are the organs that you cannot live without |
| 16723 |
an electronic organ organ a musical instrument that produces a sound like an organ |
| 16724 |
The courts are the organs of justice. organ a part of an organization that is responsible for doing a particular job |
| 16725 |
Young children seem to master computer games with ease. ease with ease the ability to do something easily |
| 16726 |
We completed the climb with relative ease (=fairly easily). ease the ability to do something easily |
| 16727 |
For maximum ease of use the materials are arranged in groups. ease ease of the fact that something is easy to do |
| 16728 |
He was a compassionate doctor blessed with natural ease. ease behaviour that is relaxed and natural |
| 16729 |
He was more at ease in the classroom than on a political platform. ease confident and relaxed |
| 16730 |
I did my best to make him feel at ease. ease feel at ease confident and relaxed |
| 16731 |
Sometimes a mild painkiller is enough to ease the pain. ease to make a problem, bad situation, or pain less severe |
| 16732 |
Colleagues are trying to ease the pressure she is under at work. ease to make a problem, bad situation, or pain less severe |
| 16733 |
In the following two weeks tensions eased somewhat. ease to become less severe |
| 16734 |
She eased into the seat behind the desk. ease ease into out of up etc to move somewhere slowly and carefully |
| 16735 |
Joseph eased himself off the bed. ease ease yourself to move somewhere slowly and carefully |
| 16736 |
I eased my way through the crowd. ease ease your way to move somewhere slowly and carefully |
| 16737 |
Monica slowly eased the cork out of the champagne bottle. ease ease out of away from to move something somewhere slowly and carefully |
| 16738 |
Slowly his grip on her shoulder eased. ease to become more relaxed or less tight, or to make something do this |
| 16739 |
I waited until the child's breathing eased. ease to become more relaxed or less tight, or to make something do this |
| 16740 |
Sanctions against the country should be eased. ease to make a rule or punishment less severe |
| 16741 |
The finance ministry has eased restrictions on the movement of capital. ease to make a rule or punishment less severe |
| 16742 |
These ideas helped to ease our transition to democracy. ease to make a process easier |
| 16743 |
We incline to the view that things are either totally good or totally bad. incline incline to to tend to behave in a particular way or to have a particular attitude or opinion |
| 16744 |
He does incline to be rather nervous. incline incline to do something to tend to behave in a particular way or to have a particular attitude or opinion |
| 16745 |
Domestic unrest inclined him to seek peace in external relations. incline to make someone likely to behave in a particular way or to have a particular opinion or attitude |
| 16746 |
The land inclines gradually downwards toward the Simpson Desert. incline to slope in a particular direction, or to make something do this |
| 16747 |
He listens, and sometimes he inclines his head sympathetically. incline to move part of your body downwards, especially your head |
| 16748 |
a steep incline incline a slope |
| 16749 |
The reunion gave us a chance to renew old friendships. friendship a relationship between people who are friends |
| 16750 |
His friendship with a local businessman led to allegations of corruption. friendship friendship with a relationship between people who are friends |
| 16751 |
Whatever happened, I did not want to lose Sarah's friendship. friendship someone's friendship a relationship between people who are friends |
| 16752 |
She formed a close friendship with Vera Brittain. friendship close friendship a relationship between people who are friends |
| 16753 |
The group provides support and friendship for old people. friendship the feeling of being friends with someone or of being with friendly people |
| 16754 |
They've signed a friendship and co-operation treaty. friendship a good relationship between countries or governments, in which they help and support each other |
| 16755 |
the budget deficit deficit the difference between the amount of money or goods that a country or business has and the amount that it has spent or that it owes |
| 16756 |
a country with trade deficits of 90 billion deficit deficit of the difference between the amount of money or goods that a country or business has and the amount that it has spent or that it owes |
| 16757 |
Critics of the European Union accuse it of suffering from a democratic deficit. deficit a lack of a quality, skill, or ability that you should have |
| 16758 |
A good photograph can often convey far more than words. convey to communicate ideas or feelings indirectly |
| 16759 |
These results will enable us at least to convey a sense of progress. convey to communicate ideas or feelings indirectly |
| 16760 |
Please convey my appreciation to your President. convey to give official information or a formal message to someone |
| 16761 |
planet Earth planet a very large round object that moves around the Sun or another star |
| 16762 |
Mars is sometimes known as the red planet. planet a very large round object that moves around the Sun or another star |
| 16763 |
policies to protect the future of the planet planet the planet Earth and everyone and everything on it: used, for example, when you are talking about the environment |
| 16764 |
The party doesn't seem to be in touch with popular opinion – it's as if they're living on another planet. planet on from living on another planet used for saying that someone does not notice what is happening around them, or has ideas that are not reasonable or practical |
| 16765 |
Their arguments were becoming more and more frequent. frequent happening often |
| 16766 |
The President is in frequent telephone contact with the German Chancellor. frequent frequent contact happening often |
| 16767 |
Inspections must be carried out at frequent intervals. frequent at frequent intervals (=regularly) happening often |
| 16768 |
He was a frequent visitor to our house. frequent doing something often |
| 16769 |
the streets of downtown Las Vegas downtown in or near the centre of a town or city, especially the business or shopping areas |
| 16770 |
Let's go downtown. downtown in or near the centre of a town or city, especially the business or shopping areas |
| 16771 |
loose floorboards loose not firmly fixed in position |
| 16772 |
a loose tooth loose not firmly fixed in position |
| 16773 |
One of the screws had worked loose. loose work come loose (=become loose) not firmly fixed in position |
| 16774 |
Her hair was loose and hung on her shoulders. loose if your hair is loose, it is not tied in position |
| 16775 |
loose soil stones loose not forming a firm mass |
| 16776 |
A large dog was loose in the garden. loose if a person or animal is loose, they can move around easily because they are not tied to anything, not held by anyone, or not kept inside something |
| 16777 |
The woman managed to break loose from her attacker and run for help. loose break shake get loose (from someone something) (=become free) if a person or animal is loose, they can move around easily because they are not tied to anything, not held by anyone, or not kept inside something |
| 16778 |
The kidnappers had set him loose on a dark country lane. loose turn set let someone loose (=allow someone to be free) if a person or animal is loose, they can move around easily because they are not tied to anything, not held by anyone, or not kept inside something |
| 16779 |
Loose oranges are 60p each. loose not kept together as part of a group or in a container |
| 16780 |
a loose cotton shirt loose loose clothes are large and do not fit your body tightly |
| 16781 |
This is a loose translation of the letter. loose not exactly accurate in every detail |
| 16782 |
a system in which political parties form a loose alliance loose not strictly organized or official |
| 16783 |
We've got a loose arrangement for looking after each other's children. loose not strictly organized or official |
| 16784 |
You've been warned about loose talk before. loose loose talk careless about what you say or who you say it to |
| 16785 |
loose morals loose sexually immoral |
| 16786 |
a country that has cut loose from its violent past loose break cut loose to stop being connected with something or influenced by someone or something |
| 16787 |
She let loose a piercing scream. loose to do something in a sudden uncontrolled way |
| 16788 |
A wave of violent hysteria was let loose in the capital city. loose to let something damaging develop or spread in an uncontrolled way |
| 16789 |
Don't let the children loose on the paints. loose let someone loose (on something) to let someone do what they want to do without watching or controlling them |
| 16790 |
He loosed his grip suddenly and dropped the vase. loose to start holding someone or something less tightly |
| 16791 |
The dispute has loosed a flood of political ill will. loose to make something bad or harmful start to happen in an uncontrolled way |
| 16792 |
The pain was intense. intense very great or extreme |
| 16793 |
He's been under intense pressure. intense very great or extreme |
| 16794 |
an intense, vibrant red intense very great or extreme |
| 16795 |
Festivities began in the intense heat of the midday sun. intense intense heat cold sunlight very great or extreme |
| 16796 |
an intense stare intense involving or done with a lot of effort, energy, attention etc |
| 16797 |
This type of work requires intense concentration. intense involving or done with a lot of effort, energy, attention etc |
| 16798 |
Some people find her hard to get along with because she's so intense. intense feeling and showing emotions in a very strong way |
| 16799 |
an intense person personality nature intense feeling and showing emotions in a very strong way |
| 16800 |
He seemed to dislike me intensely. intense |
| 16801 |
an intensely irritating young man intense |
| 16802 |
the intensely competitive world of industry intense |
| 16803 |
a retail outlet (=a shop) retail relating to the sale of goods directly to the public for their own use |
| 16804 |
the retail trade sector retail relating to the sale of goods directly to the public for their own use |
| 16805 |
an increase in the retail price of petrol retail relating to the sale of goods directly to the public for their own use |
| 16806 |
exciting opportunities in retail for young people retail the sale of goods directly to the public for their own use. The sale of goods in large quantities to shop owners is called wholesale |
| 16807 |
We can retail our eggs direct to the public. retail to sell goods directly to the public for their own use |
| 16808 |
It retails for around 250. retail retail for at to be sold directly to the public for their own use |
| 16809 |
It sells at 500 retail. retail directly to the public in shops, by post or telephone, or over the Internet |
| 16810 |
There are many food products that claim to reduce cholesterol levels. cholesterol a substance that is found in the blood and the cells of the body. It can cause diseases of the heart and the arteries if there is too much of it |
| 16811 |
Avoid fatty foods that are high in cholesterol. cholesterol low high in cholesterol a substance that is found in the blood and the cells of the body. It can cause diseases of the heart and the arteries if there is too much of it |
| 16812 |
We're well and truly lost. lost not knowing where you are or how to get to where you want to go |
| 16813 |
They decided to drive to York and ended up getting lost. lost get lost not knowing where you are or how to get to where you want to go |
| 16814 |
The keys are lost somewhere in the house. lost if something is lost, you cannot find it |
| 16815 |
The strike has cost the airline 3 million in lost revenue. lost no longer existing, or no longer likely to exist |
| 16816 |
a poem about lost innocence lost no longer existing, or no longer likely to exist |
| 16817 |
The team's season has been littered with missed opportunities and lost chances. lost lost time or chances have been wasted |
| 16818 |
Mark looked a little lost amongst all those trendy designers. lost not feeling confident or relaxed because you are in a new situation, for example with a group of people who you do not know |
| 16819 |
Nothing was the same any more. I felt lost. lost not feeling confident or relaxed because you are in a new situation, for example with a group of people who you do not know |
| 16820 |
The group is working to preserve old buildings that could otherwise be lost. lost completely destroyed |
| 16821 |
a memorial to all soldiers lost in battle lost lost in battle killed, especially while fighting in the armed forces |
| 16822 |
a ceremony to commemorate those lost at sea in the Second World War lost lost at sea killed, especially while fighting in the armed forces |
| 16823 |
Grayson became lost in the music. lost lost in something too interested in something, or concentrating so hard on it, that you do not notice other things around you |
| 16824 |
Martin was lost in thought and did not hear the door open. lost lost in thought too interested in something, or concentrating so hard on it, that you do not notice other things around you |
| 16825 |
Look at them watching their video. Completely lost to the world! lost lost to the world too interested in something, or concentrating so hard on it, that you do not notice other things around you |
| 16826 |
I was completely lost after the first paragraph. lost unable to understand something because it is extremely complicated |
| 16827 |
These are very important issues that must not get lost in all the details. lost get become lost (in something) to be forgotten or not be dealt with because there are many other things to think about at the same time |
| 16828 |
'Why don't you ask Jimmy to come too?' 'Get lost! He's horrible!' lost used for telling someone rudely that you are annoyed by something that they have just said |
| 16829 |
The joke was lost on Alex. lost lost on someone if something is lost on someone, they do not understand it or are not influenced by it |
| 16830 |
Tim loves that dog – he'd be lost without it. lost lost without very sad or unable to deal with something without the help of someone or something |
| 16831 |
His wife handles all the finances – he'd be lost without her. lost lost without very sad or unable to deal with something without the help of someone or something |
| 16832 |
After 30 years apart the sisters were keen to make up for lost time. lost to spend a lot of time doing something because you did not have the chance to do it before |
| 16833 |
The project was delayed for two weeks so we're trying to make up for lost time. lost to do something more quickly or more often because something prevented you from making progress before |
| 16834 |
Logan hopes to recover lost ground this season after a series of disappointing defeats. lost make up recover lost ground to become successful again after having been delayed or having had problems |
| 16835 |
bags of mixed grain grain the seeds from crops such as wheat, rice, or barley that are used for food |
| 16836 |
golden fields of grain grain food crops such as wheat, rice, or barley |
| 16837 |
a grain of rice grain an individual seed from one of these crops |
| 16838 |
There was more than a grain of truth in what he'd said. grain grain of a very small amount of a quality or feeling |
| 16839 |
There were deep cracks along the grain of the wood. grain the arrangement, pattern, or direction of fibres in substances such as wood, stone, cloth, or paper |
| 16840 |
Shutting animals up in cages goes against the grain. grain go against the grain to be completely different from what you feel is right, natural, or normal for you |
| 16841 |
dust particles particle an extremely small piece or amount of something |
| 16842 |
tiny particles of food particle particle of an extremely small piece or amount of something |
| 16843 |
There's not a particle of evidence to support his story. particle an extremely small piece or amount of something |
| 16844 |
The building must be saved from destruction. destruction damage that is so severe that something stops existing or can never return to its normal state |
| 16845 |
the destruction of the environment destruction destruction of damage that is so severe that something stops existing or can never return to its normal state |
| 16846 |
a barbecue pit pit a hole that you dig in the ground to put something in it |
| 16847 |
My father worked down the pit. pit a mine under the ground, especially a coal mine |
| 16848 |
a gravel pit pit a very large hole dug in the ground in order to obtain a particular substance or type of stone |
| 16849 |
Her room was an absolute pit. pit an extremely untidy place |
| 16850 |
Having to work on Saturday night is the pits. pit something that is very bad |
| 16851 |
Dimitri was in a pit of despair. pit pit of a state in which you have very strong unpleasant feelings or in which something bad is happening |
| 16852 |
Many politicians have fallen into the pit of corruption. pit a state in which you have very strong unpleasant feelings or in which something bad is happening |
| 16853 |
His skin was full of pits. pit a small mark or hole in a surface |
| 16854 |
He had a sick, worried feeling in the pit of his stomach. pit the pit of your stomach the place in your stomach where you experience unpleasant feelings when you are worried, upset, or frightened |
| 16855 |
voter vehicle registration registration the process of recording names or information on an official list |
| 16856 |
There's a registration fee of 50. registration the process of recording names or information on an official list |
| 16857 |
His conception of the world is a very strange one. conception conception of a belief about what something is like |
| 16858 |
The report challenges traditional conceptions of the role of women in society. conception a belief about what something is like |
| 16859 |
She was with the band from its conception. conception the time when someone creates a new idea or thing |
| 16860 |
children who have no conception of stress conception have no conception of something to be unable to understand something because you have no experience of it |
| 16861 |
Hold the torch steady so I can see better. steady firmly held in a particular position without moving or shaking |
| 16862 |
You have to have a steady hand to be a surgeon. steady steady hand firmly held in a particular position without moving or shaking |
| 16863 |
She brought her eyes up to meet his steady gaze. steady steady gaze look firmly held in a particular position without moving or shaking |
| 16864 |
Slow but steady progress has been made towards concluding the deal. steady slowly and gradually continuing to change, move, or happen |
| 16865 |
The company hopes to see a steady increase in car sales this year. steady steady growth increase rise slowly and gradually continuing to change, move, or happen |
| 16866 |
A steady stream of people came to our grand opening. steady steady stream flow slowly and gradually continuing to change, move, or happen |
| 16867 |
She listened to the steady rhythm of his breathing as he slept. steady steady rhythm rate pace staying at the same level, speed, value etc |
| 16868 |
Casey was always a steady worker. steady reliable, sensible, and able to make good decisions |
| 16869 |
It wasn't easy to find steady work in the city. steady steady work job income reliable and continuing for a long period of time |
| 16870 |
Rachel was silent, watching him steadily. steady |
| 16871 |
The pain steadily increased in intensity. steady |
| 16872 |
Annie's been going steady with Mike since last September. steady go steady (with someone) to be in a romantic relationship with someone for a long period of time |
| 16873 |
Steady! You almost ran into me! steady used for warning someone, or for telling them to be careful |
| 16874 |
Steady on, Karen! You're talking about my boyfriend. steady steady on used for telling someone that you do not approve of the bad things that they are saying |
| 16875 |
Barnett managed to steady the ship and avoid the rocks. steady to hold something firmly without shaking or moving it |
| 16876 |
The value of their currency has now steadied. steady to start to remain at a price, value, level etc for a period of time, or to make something do this |
| 16877 |
Steadying his voice, Adam began to answer the question. steady to start to remain at a price, value, level etc for a period of time, or to make something do this |
| 16878 |
She took a deep breath to steady her nerves. steady steady your nerves to stop yourself from feeling nervous |
| 16879 |
Ralph steadied himself on the arm of the chair. steady steady yourself to get your balance again so that you do not fall |
| 16880 |
Manchester United beat their rivals 3–1. rival a person, team, or business that competes with another |
| 16881 |
Our airline is now a serious rival to many of the bigger companies. rival rival to a person, team, or business that competes with another |
| 16882 |
Bates is her principal rival for the job of director. rival rival for a person, team, or business that competes with another |
| 16883 |
The company's main rival announced an increase in profits last year. rival main rival a person, team, or business that competes with another |
| 16884 |
She scored twice as many points as her nearest rival. rival nearest closest rival a person, team, or business that competes with another |
| 16885 |
The two men are arch rivals on the sports field. rival arch rival (=main rival) a person, team, or business that competes with another |
| 16886 |
The band has few rivals in the pop music world. rival someone or something that is as good as someone or something else |
| 16887 |
This small restaurant rivals any that you will find in the city. rival to be as good as someone or something else |
| 16888 |
rival drug gangs rival used about a person or group that competes against someone or something else |
| 16889 |
rival takeover bids rival used about a person or group that competes against someone or something else |
| 16890 |
The steam from the volcano rose into the air. steam the hot wet substance like a thin cloud that is produced when water is heated |
| 16891 |
a steam bath steam the hot wet substance like a thin cloud that is produced when water is heated |
| 16892 |
Tom rubbed the steam from the window and peered outside. steam the wet substance that forms on windows and mirrors when wet air suddenly becomes hot or cold |
| 16893 |
The equipment was originally powered by steam. steam power that is created when water is heated |
| 16894 |
the age of steam (=when trains were operated by steam) steam power that is created when water is heated |
| 16895 |
a steam engine locomotive train steam operated by steam |
| 16896 |
Before I start working again full steam, I want to travel. steam (at) full steam with as much effort as possible |
| 16897 |
The film is set to go full steam ahead. steam full steam ahead making a lot of progress |
| 16898 |
The meeting will be a chance for the protesters to let off steam. steam let off blow off steam to express your feelings of anger or excitement without harming anyone |
| 16899 |
It looks like the economy is picking up steam again. steam pick up build up gather steam to become more active, important, or full of energy |
| 16900 |
David seems to be running out of steam. steam run out of lose steam to lose energy, enthusiasm, or importance |
| 16901 |
Hopefully the new measures will take the steam out of the refugee crisis. steam take the steam out of something to make a situation less difficult or dangerous |
| 16902 |
Can you make it under your own steam, or will you need a lift? steam under your own steam without the help of anyone else |
| 16903 |
Great pots of food were steaming on the cooker. steam to produce steam |
| 16904 |
Steam the vegetables for about ten minutes. steam to cook food with steam |
| 16905 |
steamed fish steam to cook food with steam |
| 16906 |
The train steamed out of the station noisily. steam to move using steam power |
| 16907 |
The luxury liner steamed into New York on Thursday. steam to move using steam power |
| 16908 |
McKiernan steamed ahead to win her third successive race. steam if a person steams somewhere, they move quickly in a particular direction |
| 16909 |
We stock a wide range of kitchen appliances. appliance a machine or piece of equipment that you have in your home, for example a washing machine or refrigerator |
| 16910 |
The car skidded and I thought we were going to crash. crash if a moving vehicle crashes, it hits something, causing damage |
| 16911 |
Three people were killed when their car crashed into a tree. crash crash into if a moving vehicle crashes, it hits something, causing damage |
| 16912 |
On his way to the party, Cliff crashed his car. crash if someone crashes a moving vehicle, they hit something with it, causing damage |
| 16913 |
A 737 aircraft crashed near Heidelberg. crash if a plane crashes, or if someone crashes it, it falls from the sky |
| 16914 |
He crashed his plane on landing, causing 9,000 of damage. crash if a plane crashes, or if someone crashes it, it falls from the sky |
| 16915 |
Amazingly, he survived when his plane crashed into the sea. crash crash into if a plane crashes, or if someone crashes it, it falls from the sky |
| 16916 |
A ball came crashing through the window. crash crash against into through to to hit something hard, making a loud noise and often causing damage |
| 16917 |
The wind howled and the waves crashed against the rocks. crash to hit something hard, making a loud noise and often causing damage |
| 16918 |
As Kelly saw him, the tray she was carrying crashed to the floor. crash crash to the floor ground to hit something hard, making a loud noise and often causing damage |
| 16919 |
He lifted his foot and crashed it into the door. crash crash something against into something to hit something hard, making a loud noise and often causing damage |
| 16920 |
Thunder crashed and boomed outside. crash to make a sudden loud noise, as if something is being hit |
| 16921 |
You can crash at my place if you like. crash to sleep somewhere for the night, usually when you did not plan to do this |
| 16922 |
The company crashed and burned after less than a year. crash crash and burn to fail completely |
| 16923 |
It was the worst train crash in thirty years. crash a plane car train crash an accident that happens when a moving vehicle hits something, causing damage |
| 16924 |
He was seriously injured in a car crash. crash in a crash an accident that happens when a moving vehicle hits something, causing damage |
| 16925 |
a head-on crash between a car and a lorry crash a head-on crash (=between two vehicles that are moving towards each other) an accident that happens when a moving vehicle hits something, causing damage |
| 16926 |
There was a loud crash from the kitchen. crash a loud noise like the sound of two hard things hitting each other and breaking |
| 16927 |
the crash of the waves against the rocks crash a loud noise like the sound of two hard things hitting each other and breaking |
| 16928 |
The system is prone to crashes. crash an occasion when a computer or a computer program suddenly stops working |
| 16929 |
a leather plastic belt belt a narrow piece of leather, cloth etc that you wear around your waist, for example to keep your clothes in place or for decoration |
| 16930 |
put on fasten a belt belt a narrow piece of leather, cloth etc that you wear around your waist, for example to keep your clothes in place or for decoration |
| 16931 |
He has a brown belt in karate. belt in some types of martial art such as judo and karate, a narrow piece of a material worn around the waist to show that you have achieved a particular standard |
| 16932 |
the corn belt belt an area of land where there is a particular industry, activity etc |
| 16933 |
the city's commuter belt belt an area where a particular type of person lives |
| 16934 |
a belt of trees belt a long thin area that contains a lot of a particular thing |
| 16935 |
an asteroid belt belt an area containing a lot of a particular thing that surrounds something else |
| 16936 |
That remark about his weight was a bit below the belt. belt below the belt a comment that is below the belt is cruel and unfair |
| 16937 |
You need to get a few more qualifications under your belt. belt get have something under your belt to achieve something that is important and useful |
| 16938 |
He'd given him a belt around the side of the head. belt give someone something a belt to hit someone or something hard |
| 16939 |
They went belting along the road. belt belt along down etc to move somewhere very quickly |
| 16940 |
He was killed in an auto accident. auto relating to cars |
| 16941 |
auto parts auto relating to cars |
| 16942 |
his autobiography auto- relating to yourself: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 16943 |
an auto-loading gun auto- working alone without any person being involved: used with some nouns, verbs, and adjectives |
| 16944 |
I don't understand your logic. logic the way that someone connects ideas when they are explaining something or giving a reason |
| 16945 |
There's a certain logic in moving towards a common currency. logic logic in the fact of being a sensible or reasonable explanation or idea |
| 16946 |
It's a pity if they have to close the school, but I can see the logic of it. logic see the logic of in something (=recognize that it is sensible) the fact of being a sensible or reasonable explanation or idea |
| 16947 |
The court's ruling seems to defy logic. logic defy logic (=not be sensible or reasonable) the fact of being a sensible or reasonable explanation or idea |
| 16948 |
Your monthly premium will be 36. premium an amount of money that you pay regularly for an insurance policy |
| 16949 |
Insurance premiums will increase again next year. premium an amount of money that you pay regularly for an insurance policy |
| 16950 |
Customers are required to pay a premium for this service. premium an amount of money paid in addition to the usual amount |
| 16951 |
Space was at a premium here. premium if something is at a premium, a lot of people want it and so it is difficult to get |
| 16952 |
In this school we place a premium on honesty. premium put place a premium on something to believe that a particular quality or activity is very important |
| 16953 |
premium rate phone calls premium more expensive or of higher quality than other similar things |
| 16954 |
premium brands of champagne premium more expensive or of higher quality than other similar things |
| 16955 |
People are willing to pay premium prices for quality products. premium premium prices are higher than usual |
| 16956 |
The guard on duty was confronted by an armed man. confront to go close to someone in a threatening way |
| 16957 |
It takes courage to confront your fears. confront to deal with a difficult situation |
| 16958 |
We need to confront these problems before it's too late. confront to deal with a difficult situation |
| 16959 |
the problems confronting the church confront if a problem or difficult situation confronts you, you have to deal with it |
| 16960 |
She was confronted with the biggest crisis of her political life. confront be confronted with something if a problem or difficult situation confronts you, you have to deal with it |
| 16961 |
When confronted with the documents, Hunter admitted the charges against him. confront be confronted with something if you are confronted with information, it is given to you and you must say whether it is true |
| 16962 |
The paragraph that precedes this one is unclear. precede to happen or exist before another person or thing |
| 16963 |
a grey light preceding the rising sun precede to happen or exist before another person or thing |
| 16964 |
Verbs are usually preceded by the subject in English. precede to come before someone or something else in a series |
| 16965 |
a measuring jug jug a container from which you pour liquids such as water or milk. The usual American word is pitcher |
| 16966 |
a jug of water jug the liquid in a jug, or the amount that a jug contains |
| 16967 |
The operation is still considered risky and experimental. experimental using new ideas or methods that are not yet proved to be successful every time |
| 16968 |
experimental teaching materials experimental using new ideas or methods that are not yet proved to be successful every time |
| 16969 |
results obtained under the new experimental conditions experimental relating to, based on, or used in scientific experiments |
| 16970 |
Experimental evidence supports this conclusion. experimental relating to, based on, or used in scientific experiments |
| 16971 |
The treatment has been used experimentally, but it is too early to tell whether it works. experimental |
| 16972 |
There was a note of alarm in her voice. alarm fear or worry that something unpleasant or dangerous might happen |
| 16973 |
She is a little unwell but there is no cause for alarm. alarm cause for alarm (=something to be frightened of or worried about) fear or worry that something unpleasant or dangerous might happen |
| 16974 |
Every new house comes complete with smoke alarms. alarm burglar fire smoke alarm a piece of electrical equipment that warns you of danger, especially by making a loud noise |
| 16975 |
The burglars left empty-handed after triggering the alarm. alarm set off trigger an alarm a piece of electrical equipment that warns you of danger, especially by making a loud noise |
| 16976 |
Did you hear my alarm go off this morning? alarm an alarm clock |
| 16977 |
The other man swam to the shore to sound the alarm. alarm raise sound the alarm to tell people about something dangerous that is happening |
| 16978 |
I don't want to alarm you but I think there is a serious problem. alarm to make someone frightened or worried that something unpleasant or dangerous might happen |
| 16979 |
School officials were alarmed by the number of children with the disease. alarm to make someone frightened or worried that something unpleasant or dangerous might happen |
| 16980 |
There didn't seem to be any rational explanation for his actions. rational based on sensible practical reasons rather than emotions |
| 16981 |
Your choice was perfectly rational under the circumstances. rational based on sensible practical reasons rather than emotions |
| 16982 |
a rational approach to the problem rational based on sensible practical reasons rather than emotions |
| 16983 |
Let's try to discuss this like rational human beings. rational thinking about what you do in a calm way, and making sensible and intelligent decisions |
| 16984 |
Calm down and try to be rational. rational thinking about what you do in a calm way, and making sensible and intelligent decisions |
| 16985 |
I hope we can introduce some rationality into these debates. rational |
| 16986 |
They want to stimulate growth in the region by offering incentives to foreign investors. incentive something that makes you want to do something or to work harder, because you know that you will benefit by doing this |
| 16987 |
Many farmers have little incentive to invest in costly conservation measures. incentive incentive to do something something that makes you want to do something or to work harder, because you know that you will benefit by doing this |
| 16988 |
The promise of a job will give Mary an incentive to pass the exam. incentive something that makes you want to do something or to work harder, because you know that you will benefit by doing this |
| 16989 |
Employers are being offered financial incentives to hire young people. incentive financial tax incentive something that makes you want to do something or to work harder, because you know that you will benefit by doing this |
| 16990 |
The seaside venue of the conference is an added incentive. incentive an added incentive something that makes you want to do something or to work harder, because you know that you will benefit by doing this |
| 16991 |
The meeting lasted roughly 45 minutes. roughly used for showing that an amount, number, time etc is not exact |
| 16992 |
Roughly half of Scotland's law firms are located in the Glasgow area. roughly used for showing that an amount, number, time etc is not exact |
| 16993 |
We're roughly the same age. roughly used for showing that an amount, number, time etc is not exact |
| 16994 |
He pushed roughly past her and out of the room. roughly in a way that is not gentle |
| 16995 |
The onions should be roughly chopped. roughly in a way that is not tidy or exact |
| 16996 |
There are, roughly speaking, three possible solutions to our problem. roughly roughly speaking used for giving information that is general and not exact |
| 16997 |
a park bench bench a hard seat for two or more people, usually outside in a public place |
| 16998 |
shouts from the Opposition benches bench the seats in the British parliament, and in some other parliaments, where the members sit. The people with the most important positions in their party sit on the front benches and the less important members on the back benches |
| 16999 |
She has recently been appointed to the bench (=as a judge). bench the position of being a judge in a court of law |
| 17000 |
The judge told the defence lawyer to approach the bench. bench the place where the judge sits in a court of law |
| 17001 |
Keep the cheeses fresh by wrapping each one individually. wrap to cover something by putting something such as paper or cloth round it |
| 17002 |
We wrapped the baby in a blanket to keep it warm. wrap wrap something in something to cover something by putting something such as paper or cloth round it |
| 17003 |
Cover each dish with plastic wrap. wrap plastic or paper that you use for covering something |
| 17004 |
She decided to keep her plans under wraps for a while. wrap keep something under wraps to keep something secret |
| 17005 |
EU regulations regarding the labelling of food regarding concerning a particular subject |
| 17006 |
Davis had very little to say regarding the accident. regarding concerning a particular subject |
| 17007 |
The house shook and the doors and windows rattled. rattle if something rattles, it makes short sharp knocking sounds as it moves or shakes |
| 17008 |
He came up the drive, rattling a bunch of keys. rattle to knock things together, or to shake them so that they rattle |
| 17009 |
Who rattled his cage? rattle rattle someone's cage to make someone angry or upset |
| 17010 |
inadequate provision of health care inadequate not enough, or not good enough for a particular purpose |
| 17011 |
We are trying to provide basic education with inadequate resources. inadequate not enough, or not good enough for a particular purpose |
| 17012 |
rail tracks that are inadequate for the loads carried on them inadequate inadequate for not enough, or not good enough for a particular purpose |
| 17013 |
Existing laws are inadequate to deal with these problems. inadequate inadequate to do something not enough, or not good enough for a particular purpose |
| 17014 |
The government's response was condemned as totally inadequate. inadequate totally quite wholly inadequate not enough, or not good enough for a particular purpose |
| 17015 |
Some people feel totally inadequate when faced with new responsibilities. inadequate someone who is inadequate does not feel confident that they can deal with the situation they are in |
| 17016 |
I had no idea about Jesse's political ambitions. ambition something that you very much want to do, usually something that is difficult to achieve |
| 17017 |
His ambition was to become a successful writer. ambition something that you very much want to do, usually something that is difficult to achieve |
| 17018 |
She seemed set to achieve all her ambitions. ambition achieve fulfil realize an ambition something that you very much want to do, usually something that is difficult to achieve |
| 17019 |
It had been my lifelong ambition to coach a leading team. ambition ambition to do something something that you very much want to do, usually something that is difficult to achieve |
| 17020 |
a young woman with drive and ambition ambition the feeling that you want very much to become successful, rich, famous etc |
| 17021 |
a meeting that would decide the fate of thousands of employees fate fate of the things that happen to someone, especially unpleasant things |
| 17022 |
The refugees have suffered an appalling fate. fate suffer a fate the things that happen to someone, especially unpleasant things |
| 17023 |
Fate has dealt these people a cruel blow. fate a power that some people believe controls everything that happens in their lives |
| 17024 |
He saved me from a fate worse than death. fate a fate worse than death something very bad that could happen to you |
| 17025 |
the software vendor vendor a company or person that sells a particular product or service |
| 17026 |
Are you taking any medication? medication a drug that you take to treat or cure an illness |
| 17027 |
He was on medication and should not have consumed alcohol. medication on medication a drug that you take to treat or cure an illness |
| 17028 |
The poster warns children not to talk to strangers. stranger someone who you do not know |
| 17029 |
I didn't want to share a room with a complete stranger. stranger a complete perfect total stranger (=used for emphasizing that you do not know the person at all) someone who you do not know |
| 17030 |
Strangers to the area tend to expect the landscape to be completely flat. stranger stranger to someone who does not know a place well |
| 17031 |
a well-known figure who is no stranger to controversy stranger be a no stranger to something to have no a lot of experience of something |
| 17032 |
Music provides an immensely satisfying spiritual experience for many people. spiritual related to your spirit instead of the physical world |
| 17033 |
a spiritual ceremony spiritual religious, or related to religious issues |
| 17034 |
The Pope is the spiritual leader of the world's 800 million Catholics. spiritual religious, or related to religious issues |
| 17035 |
I don't think she bears a likeness to her father. likeness likeness to the quality of being similar to someone or something else |
| 17036 |
The painting is a good likeness of my mother. likeness likeness of a picture, model etc of someone, especially one that is thought to look just like them |
| 17037 |
The organizers hadn't anticipated the huge interest there was in the event. anticipate to think that something will probably happen |
| 17038 |
The building will be completed around six months earlier than anticipated. anticipate to think that something will probably happen |
| 17039 |
We anticipate that the river level will rise very slowly. anticipate anticipate (that) to think that something will probably happen |
| 17040 |
We don't anticipate this causing any difficulties. anticipate anticipate (someone something) doing something to think that something will probably happen |
| 17041 |
The film, due to be released in the spring, is being eagerly anticipated by the critics. anticipate to be excited about something enjoyable that is going to happen soon |
| 17042 |
Luckily we had anticipated the question. anticipate to guess that something will happen, and be ready to deal with it |
| 17043 |
The businesses that will survive will be those that anticipate changes in technology. anticipate to guess that something will happen, and be ready to deal with it |
| 17044 |
a logical argument logical connecting ideas or reasons in a sensible way |
| 17045 |
It seems like the most logical solution to the problem. logical sensible or reasonable, judging by what you already know |
| 17046 |
If you think you're going to lose from the start, then defeat is the logical outcome. logical logical conclusion consequence outcome sensible or reasonable, judging by what you already know |
| 17047 |
She presented her ideas clearly and logically. logical |
| 17048 |
foods that are high in fibre fibre high rich low in fibre the parts of fruit, vegetables, and grains that your body cannot digest (=change into substances it can use). It helps food to pass through your body |
| 17049 |
Dietary fibre helps protect us from disease. fibre dietary fibre the parts of fruit, vegetables, and grains that your body cannot digest (=change into substances it can use). It helps food to pass through your body |
| 17050 |
Coir is a strong material made from coconut fibres. fibre a long thin piece of a natural or artificial substance, similar to a thread or hair in shape |
| 17051 |
tubes made of carbon fibre fibre a type of cloth or other material made of fibres |
| 17052 |
natural fibres such as linen and cotton fibre man-made synthetic natural fibre a type of cloth or other material made of fibres |
| 17053 |
Messages pass along the nerve fibres. fibre nerve muscle fibre one of the thin pieces that form the nerves and muscles in your body |
| 17054 |
He hated her with every fibre of his being. fibre with every fibre of your being used for saying that a feeling is very strong |
| 17055 |
Her teachers attributed her learning difficulties to emotional problems. attribute to believe that something is the result of a particular situation, event, or person's actions |
| 17056 |
Marcello's work was at first attributed to his brother Benedetto. attribute to believe or say that something was written, said, painted etc by a particular person |
| 17057 |
Quotes attributed to him have been taken out of context. attribute to believe or say that something was written, said, painted etc by a particular person |
| 17058 |
People are attributing qualities to me that I just don't have. attribute to think of someone or something as having a particular quality or feature |
| 17059 |
petrol prices fumes pumps petrol a liquid used as fuel for cars and other vehicles. The American word is gasoline |
| 17060 |
How far can you go on a tankful of petrol? petrol a liquid used as fuel for cars and other vehicles. The American word is gasoline |
| 17061 |
I need to fill up with petrol (=fill the car with petrol) before we leave. petrol a liquid used as fuel for cars and other vehicles. The American word is gasoline |
| 17062 |
We ran out of petrol in the middle of nowhere. petrol a liquid used as fuel for cars and other vehicles. The American word is gasoline |
| 17063 |
the world's largest car maker maker a person, company, or machine that creates or produces something, especially goods for sale |
| 17064 |
a coffee maker maker a person, company, or machine that creates or produces something, especially goods for sale |
| 17065 |
He was convinced he was going to meet his maker there and then. maker meet your maker to die |
| 17066 |
Merton is clearly a warm and generous person. generous giving people more of your time or money than is usual or expected |
| 17067 |
Billy was very generous to people who had less than he did. generous generous to giving people more of your time or money than is usual or expected |
| 17068 |
Lawyers have been generous with their time and talents. generous generous with giving people more of your time or money than is usual or expected |
| 17069 |
That's very generous of you. generous generous of someone (to do something) giving people more of your time or money than is usual or expected |
| 17070 |
The committee expressed thanks to everyone for their generous donations. generous a generous present is larger or more expensive than is usual or expected |
| 17071 |
a generous gift generous a generous present is larger or more expensive than is usual or expected |
| 17072 |
a generous gesture generous a generous action takes more time or effort than is usual or expected |
| 17073 |
a generous helping of rice generous a generous amount is larger than is usual or necessary |
| 17074 |
a generous court settlement generous a generous amount is larger than is usual or necessary |
| 17075 |
There are generous discounts to groups of ten or more. generous a generous amount is larger than is usual or necessary |
| 17076 |
Thank you for your generous comments. generous kind, friendly, and helpful |
| 17077 |
They gave generously to local charities. generous |
| 17078 |
'I'll take the kids,' Nicky offered generously. generous |
| 17079 |
The club has received an additional allocation of tickets. allocation an amount or share of something that is given to someone or used for a particular purpose |
| 17080 |
the allocation of funds allocation the process of deciding to give an amount or share of something to someone |
| 17081 |
Some children show signs of anxiety and depression at exam time. depression a feeling of being extremely unhappy |
| 17082 |
She suffered a lot from depression after the death of her husband. depression suffer from depression a medical condition in which a person is so unhappy that they cannot live a normal life |
| 17083 |
periods of economic depression depression a period of time when there is a lot of unemployment and poverty because there is very little economic activity |
| 17084 |
The country is sliding into a depression. depression a period of time when there is a lot of unemployment and poverty because there is very little economic activity |
| 17085 |
a declaration of war declaration declaration of an official announcement that something is true or happening |
| 17086 |
his declaration of love declaration declaration of an important statement |
| 17087 |
a tax declaration declaration an official written statement that you sign to show that something is true |
| 17088 |
The engine has a very modest oil consumption. modest fairly small, especially when compared with other things of the same type |
| 17089 |
His income was modest compared with that of other chief executives. modest fairly small, especially when compared with other things of the same type |
| 17090 |
There has been a modest increase in sales. modest fairly good or successful, but not excellent |
| 17091 |
She has had some modest success with her short stories. modest fairly good or successful, but not excellent |
| 17092 |
They grew up in a relatively modest house in New Jersey. modest a modest building is not large or expensive |
| 17093 |
Peter is genuinely modest about his achievements. modest a modest person does not like to talk about themselves, their achievements, or their abilities, even if they are successful |
| 17094 |
He's devoted most of his time to his painting. devote to spend a lot of time or effort doing something |
| 17095 |
Few people are able to devote themselves fully to their career. devote devote yourself to something to spend a lot of time or effort doing something |
| 17096 |
All the proceeds from the taxes should be devoted to health care. devote to use something such as money for a particular purpose |
| 17097 |
The newspaper has begun devoting more review space to children's books. devote to use a particular amount of time or space for dealing with something |
| 17098 |
Politicians have condemned the attacks. condemn to say publicly that you think someone or something is bad or wrong |
| 17099 |
The minister condemned the proposal as 'very damaging'. condemn condemn someone something as something to say publicly that you think someone or something is bad or wrong |
| 17100 |
He was widely condemned for his behaviour after the match. condemn condemn someone for (doing) something to say publicly that you think someone or something is bad or wrong |
| 17101 |
The statement was roundly condemned by members of the opposition party. condemn strongly roundly condemn to say publicly that you think someone or something is bad or wrong |
| 17102 |
Both men have been condemned to life imprisonment. condemn to give a punishment to someone who has committed a crime |
| 17103 |
Fifty rebels were condemned to death. condemn to give a punishment to someone who has committed a crime |
| 17104 |
Peacock's goal condemned United to their first defeat since March. condemn if something condemns you to an unpleasant situation, it forces you to experience it |
| 17105 |
a means of integrating new members into the local community integrate integrate someone into something to make someone become a full member of a group or society and be involved completely in its activities |
| 17106 |
How would such culturally different people be integrated into our society? integrate to make someone become a full member of a group or society and be involved completely in its activities |
| 17107 |
the failure of such groups to integrate into modern urban society integrate integrate into to become a full member of a society or group and be involved completely in its activities |
| 17108 |
We provide resources that can be integrated into the national teaching programme. integrate integrate something into something to connect or combine two or more things so that together they form an effective unit or system |
| 17109 |
Care will also be taken to integrate the buildings with surrounding architecture. integrate integrate something with something to connect or combine two or more things so that together they form an effective unit or system |
| 17110 |
the challenge of integrating the two systems successfully integrate to combine two or more things in order to form a single unit or system |
| 17111 |
his attempt to integrate his religious faith with evolutionary science integrate integrate something with something to combine two or more things in order to form a single unit or system |
| 17112 |
The new techniques had to integrate with existing conventional software. integrate integrate with to combine with other things and form an effective unit or system |
| 17113 |
She sorted her clothes into tidy piles. pile a number of things put on top of each other |
| 17114 |
a pile of books and papers pile pile of a number of things put on top of each other |
| 17115 |
The rubbish lay in piles on the street. pile a lot of things that have been put or have fallen together in an untidy way |
| 17116 |
The old house had been knocked down, and there was nothing left but piles of stones. pile pile of a lot of things that have been put or have fallen together in an untidy way |
| 17117 |
I'd got through piles of work before lunchtime. pile a large amount of something |
| 17118 |
He made a pile from his investments. pile a large amount of money |
| 17119 |
Welfare cuts have reduced the income of those at the bottom of the pile. pile the bottom top of the pile the last or first in status, income, or advantages |
| 17120 |
A group of boys were piling branches in a heap for their bonfire. pile to put a large number of things on top of each other |
| 17121 |
The paving stones were still there, neatly piled against the hedge. pile to put a large number of things on top of each other |
| 17122 |
supermarket trolleys piled high with shopping pile piled (high) with something to put a large number of things on top of each other |
| 17123 |
Pile the cottage cheese onto the potatoes. pile to put a large amount of something somewhere |
| 17124 |
a huge plate piled high with spaghetti pile to put a large amount of something somewhere |
| 17125 |
Her dark hair was piled high on the crown of her head. pile if a woman's hair is piled up, it is fastened to the top of her head rather than hanging down |
| 17126 |
Leaves blew across the park, piling against the railings. pile if things pile somewhere, they gather there in a group |
| 17127 |
Can you show me some identification? identification something that proves who you are, especially a document with your name and a photograph |
| 17128 |
You'll have to show some proof of identification when you collect the parcel. identification proof means of identification something that proves who you are, especially a document with your name and a photograph |
| 17129 |
the identification and arrest of two suspects identification the action of recognizing someone who you have seen before |
| 17130 |
The identification of a problem is the first step towards solving it. identification the action of recognizing something that you are looking for |
| 17131 |
her identification with her mother identification identification with a feeling that you understand someone else and know how they feel empathy |
| 17132 |
I don't feel any strong identification with other British people. identification a feeling that you are closely connected to a group or person |
| 17133 |
an acute shortage of medical supplies acute very serious or severe |
| 17134 |
an acute ear infection acute an acute illness is one that becomes very bad very quickly |
| 17135 |
an acute sense of smell acute used for describing the senses and abilities of someone who notices things very quickly and easily |
| 17136 |
her acute observations on life and love acute used for describing the senses and abilities of someone who notices things very quickly and easily |
| 17137 |
He was so dizzy he could barely stand. barely used for saying that something almost does not happen or exist, or is almost not possible |
| 17138 |
The roads were barely wide enough for two cars to pass. barely used for saying that something almost does not happen or exist, or is almost not possible |
| 17139 |
There was barely a scratch on his car, but mine was wrecked. barely used for saying that something almost does not happen or exist, or is almost not possible |
| 17140 |
a barely audible whisper barely used for saying that something almost does not happen or exist, or is almost not possible |
| 17141 |
He was barely able to see the road in the fog. barely barely able to do something used for saying that something almost does not happen or exist, or is almost not possible |
| 17142 |
He barely paused before jumping straight into the water. barely used for emphasizing that something happened only a very short time before something else |
| 17143 |
The thought had barely come to me before it was gone again. barely used for emphasizing that something happened only a very short time before something else |
| 17144 |
He's barely 12 years old. barely used for emphasizing how small an amount is |
| 17145 |
They had travelled barely a third of the way. barely used for emphasizing how small an amount is |
| 17146 |
It's a lot easier to get good marks on a short-answer question, providing you do it well. providing only if a particular thing happens or is done |
| 17147 |
Financiers are prepared to be generous, providing that it is not their own money they are spending. providing only if a particular thing happens or is done |
| 17148 |
Thousands of people bet on the result of the match. bet bet on to risk an amount of money by saying what you think will happen, especially in a race or game. You lose the money if you are wrong and win more if you are right |
| 17149 |
I bet 10 on each of the horses. bet bet something on something to risk an amount of money by saying what you think will happen, especially in a race or game. You lose the money if you are wrong and win more if you are right |
| 17150 |
He bet me 20 that I couldn't keep quiet for ten minutes. bet bet (someone) that to risk an amount of money by saying what you think will happen, especially in a race or game. You lose the money if you are wrong and win more if you are right |
| 17151 |
House buyers were betting on interest rates continuing to fall. bet be betting on something to have a very strong hope that something will happen, so that this influences what you do |
| 17152 |
Don't bet the farm on your business being successful in the first year. bet bet the farm to be certain that something will happen or bring you success, especially when this makes you spend all your money on it |
| 17153 |
'He said he'd meet us there.' – 'I wouldn't bet on it!' bet don't bet on it I wouldn't bet on it used for expressing a doubt about something |
| 17154 |
'I couldn't say no to an offer like that.' – 'I'll bet!' bet used for saying that you understand or agree with what someone has just said |
| 17155 |
I bet Charles has taken it. bet used for saying that you are sure about something |
| 17156 |
I bet you the train will be late. bet used for saying that you are sure about something |
| 17157 |
'Are you coming too?' 'You bet!' bet you bet used for saying 'yes' in an enthusiastic way |
| 17158 |
You can bet your life she'll insist on coming too. bet you can bet your life your bottom dollar used for saying that you are sure something will happen or is true |
| 17159 |
He likes to have a bet on his home team, even though they always lose. bet have a bet on someone something an agreement in which you bet money on what will happen, or the amount of money that you bet |
| 17160 |
I placed my bet on red, and won. bet place put lay a bet on an agreement in which you bet money on what will happen, or the amount of money that you bet |
| 17161 |
They're taking bets on whether he'll marry her. bet take a bet (on someone something) an agreement in which you bet money on what will happen, or the amount of money that you bet |
| 17162 |
He passed his driving test, so I won my bet. bet win lose a bet an agreement in which you bet money on what will happen, or the amount of money that you bet |
| 17163 |
Our best bet would be to take the train. bet the someone's best bet the thing or action that gives the best chance of a successful result |
| 17164 |
Madrid is a good bet for hot weather at this time of year. bet a good safe bet for something that is likely to happen, or someone or something that is likely to be successful |
| 17165 |
It's a safe bet that the others won't make the same mistake. bet a good safe bet (that) something that is likely to happen, or someone or something that is likely to be successful |
| 17166 |
The repair work involved modifying two of the windows. modify to change something slightly, especially in order to improve it or to make it less extreme |
| 17167 |
The fields were being ploughed for winter wheat. plough to turn over the soil before putting seeds into it using a plough |
| 17168 |
She wore a low-necked dress and her arms were bare. bare a part of your body that is bare is not covered by any clothes. When someone is not wearing any clothes at all, they are naked or nude |
| 17169 |
It's better to do yoga in bare feet. bare a part of your body that is bare is not covered by any clothes. When someone is not wearing any clothes at all, they are naked or nude |
| 17170 |
a group of bare-chested youths bare bare-chested bare-legged a part of your body that is bare is not covered by any clothes. When someone is not wearing any clothes at all, they are naked or nude |
| 17171 |
a room with peeling wallpaper and bare floorboards bare bare walls, surfaces etc have no covering or decoration |
| 17172 |
a bare light bulb bare bare walls, surfaces etc have no covering or decoration |
| 17173 |
bare rock bare bare trees or areas of land have nothing growing on them |
| 17174 |
the tree's bare branches bare bare trees or areas of land have nothing growing on them |
| 17175 |
The room was cold and bare. bare containing nothing |
| 17176 |
Panic buying has stripped the stores bare. bare containing nothing |
| 17177 |
The little house was almost completely bare of furniture. bare bare of containing nothing |
| 17178 |
Readers want more than just the bare facts. bare bare facts details basic, with nothing extra |
| 17179 |
Some families don't even have enough money for the bare essentials like food and clothing. bare bare essentials necessities basic, with nothing extra |
| 17180 |
They only had the bare minimum of equipment. bare the bare minimum basic, with nothing extra |
| 17181 |
Our profit margin is a bare 1%. bare used for emphasizing how small an amount is |
| 17182 |
Anderson outlined the bare bones of his strategy. bare the bare bones of the most basic features or details |
| 17183 |
He pulled the shirt up, baring his injuries. bare to remove something that hides or covers something such as a part of your body |
| 17184 |
That's the first time I've ever heard him swear. swear to use words that are deliberately offensive, for example because you are angry with someone |
| 17185 |
She was shouting and swearing at everyone. swear swear at to use words that are deliberately offensive, for example because you are angry with someone |
| 17186 |
I hammered my thumb and then swore profusely. swear swear profusely to use words that are deliberately offensive, for example because you are angry with someone |
| 17187 |
I've never seen him before – I swear! swear to make a sincere statement that you are telling the truth |
| 17188 |
She swears that this is the man who attacked her. swear swear (that) to make a sincere statement that you are telling the truth |
| 17189 |
You swore that you would never see her again. swear swear (that) to make a promise to do something |
| 17190 |
He swore to stay out of politics when he retired. swear swear to do something to make a promise to do something |
| 17191 |
Marshall swore vengeance against his brother's killers. swear swear vengeance against on someone (=promise to punish them) to make a promise to do something |
| 17192 |
Members have to swear an oath of secrecy. swear to make a formal promise to be loyal or to tell the truth |
| 17193 |
They have to swear allegiance to the Queen. swear swear (your) allegiance to someone (=promise to be loyal) to make a formal promise to be loyal or to tell the truth |
| 17194 |
I could have sworn I'd paid that bill. swear could have sworn used for saying that you are sure that something happened |
| 17195 |
He swore blind he'd been at his girlfriend's house all night. swear swear blind used for emphasizing that something is true |
| 17196 |
I swear to God I was never at that place. swear swear to God used for emphasizing strongly that you are telling the truth |
| 17197 |
I can't tell you – I've been sworn to secrecy. swear swear someone to secrecy silence to make someone promise not to tell anyone else what you have told them |
| 17198 |
No formal complaint was made; accordingly, the police took no action. accordingly as a result of something |
| 17199 |
They have broken the rules and will be punished accordingly. accordingly in a way that is suitable for the situation |
| 17200 |
You will need a valid passport. valid a valid document or ticket will be accepted by officials |
| 17201 |
This offer is valid for travel before the end of April. valid valid for a valid document or ticket will be accepted by officials |
| 17202 |
A 50% turnout was required for the vote to be valid. valid legally accepted |
| 17203 |
a valid claim valid legally accepted |
| 17204 |
a valid password filename valid accepted by a computer system |
| 17205 |
If the underlying assumption isn't valid, then the prosecution's case simply falls apart. valid reasonable and generally accepted |
| 17206 |
These are valid reasons why we should ban tobacco advertising. valid a valid reason excuse reasonable and generally accepted |
| 17207 |
Some of the criticisms were perfectly valid. valid a valid point argument criticism reasonable and generally accepted |
| 17208 |
the validity of the claim valid |
| 17209 |
Wherever he went, he took his dog with him. wherever everywhere or anywhere where someone does something or where a particular situation exists |
| 17210 |
Garlic is a plant that grows wherever there is a warm climate. wherever everywhere or anywhere where someone does something or where a particular situation exists |
| 17211 |
You can sit wherever you like. wherever in any place that you choose |
| 17212 |
I'd be happy to meet you at the station, or wherever. wherever or wherever (=or any other place you choose) in any place that you choose |
| 17213 |
I've been looking all over the place for that letter. Wherever did you find it? wherever used for emphasizing 'where' in a question to show that you are surprised, interested, upset, or annoyed |
| 17214 |
He said he was phoning from Landsford Park, wherever that is. wherever used for showing that you do not know where something is |
| 17215 |
'Do you want to eat in the kitchen or in the dining room?' 'Wherever. It really doesn't matter to me.' wherever used for saying that you do not care where something happens, because all the places are equally good |
| 17216 |
We aim to reduce prices wherever possible. wherever wherever possible necessary in any situation where something is possible or necessary |
| 17217 |
a decline in infant mortality mortality the number of deaths within a particular area, group etc |
| 17218 |
The mortality rate has recently increased. mortality mortality rate the number of deaths within a particular area, group etc |
| 17219 |
the most common causes of mortality in later life mortality death |
| 17220 |
These deaths are reminders of our own mortality. mortality the fact that your life will end |
| 17221 |
Both broadcast and print media are carrying the story. medium a way of communicating information and ideas, especially to a lot of people, for example newspapers or television |
| 17222 |
Radio was the medium for family entertainment before television. medium medium for a way of communicating information and ideas, especially to a lot of people, for example newspapers or television |
| 17223 |
The T-shirt has become a medium of advertising. medium medium of a way of communicating information and ideas, especially to a lot of people, for example newspapers or television |
| 17224 |
the popularity of video as an artistic medium medium a particular type of art used as a way of expressing ideas or feelings |
| 17225 |
Patients can express their emotions through the medium of drama. medium medium of a particular type of art used as a way of expressing ideas or feelings |
| 17226 |
Sand and clay are added to produce the perfect planting medium. medium a substance that something grows in, exists in, or moves through |
| 17227 |
You may distribute this data by disk, CD, or any other medium. medium a substance or an object on which computer information is stored or printed |
| 17228 |
Have you got a medium in this style? medium something between small and large in size, especially a piece of clothing |
| 17229 |
Put each plant in a medium pot. medium between small and large in size |
| 17230 |
She's slim, of medium height, with dark hair. medium between small and large in size |
| 17231 |
She has medium-length blond hair. medium between small and large in size |
| 17232 |
In medium winds, the plane remained stable. medium average in degree, strength, or amount |
| 17233 |
He's tall with medium-brown hair. medium medium brown blue grey etc neither light nor dark in colour |
| 17234 |
These socks need to be mended. mend to repair a tear or hole in a piece of clothing |
| 17235 |
The gate needs to be mended so it closes properly. mend to repair something that is broken or damaged so that it can be used again |
| 17236 |
The Secretary of State and Chinese Foreign Minister met in an attempt to mend strained relations. mend to do something to end an argument or disagreement |
| 17237 |
The object of the meeting was primarily to mend fences. mend mend fences to try to become friends again with someone who you have argued with |
| 17238 |
She let him stay because he promised to mend his ways. mend mend your ways to improve your behaviour after you have been behaving badly for a long time |
| 17239 |
She's been very ill, but luckily she's on the mend now. mend to be getting better after an illness |
| 17240 |
Do you think the economy really is on the mend? mend to be improving after a difficult or unsuccessful period |
| 17241 |
an elegant shirt made of pure Chinese silk silk thin smooth cloth made from the fibres produced by an insect called a silkworm |
| 17242 |
an expensive Italian silk suit silk made of silk |
| 17243 |
He flew home to arrange for his father's funeral. funeral a ceremony that takes place after someone dies, usually including a religious ceremony, and the formal process of taking the body to the place where it is buried or cremated |
| 17244 |
a funeral service procession funeral relating to a funeral |
| 17245 |
You can keep asking till the cows come home but she'll never say yes. cow till until the cows come home for a very long time |
| 17246 |
They refused to be cowed. cow to make someone do what you want by frightening them |
| 17247 |
If their statements correspond, we'll have no trouble. correspond to be the same as something else, or very much like it |
| 17248 |
The statistics do not correspond with our own experience. correspond correspond with to be the same as something else, or very much like it |
| 17249 |
In 60% of the patients, all symptoms corresponded to what we expected. correspond correspond to to be the same as something else, or very much like it |
| 17250 |
This closely corresponds to the wording of the existing law. correspond closely correspond to be the same as something else, or very much like it |
| 17251 |
His first post was as an Associate Professor, which roughly corresponds to Lecturer here. correspond roughly correspond (=not be exactly the same) used about something in a different country or system that is very much like something in yours |
| 17252 |
In machine code, one instruction corresponds directly to one operation of the computer. correspond correspond to to be connected or related to something |
| 17253 |
The timing of the gift closely corresponded with Robert's return from Italy. correspond correspond with to be connected or related to something |
| 17254 |
These metal loops should be spaced to correspond with the curtain hooks. correspond correspond with used about objects that are put together or attached |
| 17255 |
He corresponded with leading European scholars. correspond correspond with if two people correspond, they regularly write letters to each other |
| 17256 |
Bates pulled out of the competition, citing personal reasons. cite to mention something as an example, explanation, or proof of something else |
| 17257 |
She was displaying classic symptoms of shock. classic completely typical |
| 17258 |
Their romance is a classic case of opposites attracting. classic a classic example case completely typical |
| 17259 |
William Golding's classic novel Lord of the Flies classic a classic song, book, play, television programme etc is very good and has been popular and had a lot of influence for a long time |
| 17260 |
a classic suit classic a classic style of clothes, furniture etc is beautiful in a very simple way and will always be fashionable |
| 17261 |
It wasn't a classic game, but it was pretty entertaining. classic extremely good |
| 17262 |
Jane Austen's novels are among the best-loved classics in English literature. classic a song, book, play, television programme etc that is very good and has been popular and had a lot of influence for a long time |
| 17263 |
The goal from Shearer in the 90th minute was a classic. classic something that is an outstanding or typical example of its kind |
| 17264 |
We expect inspections of schools to take place every four or five years. inspection an official process of checking that things are in the correct condition or that people are doing what they should |
| 17265 |
All countries must allow international inspection of their nuclear weapons sites. inspection an official process of checking that things are in the correct condition or that people are doing what they should |
| 17266 |
The documents are available for public inspection. inspection an action of looking at something carefully, especially in order to check that it is satisfactory |
| 17267 |
The organization is responsible for the maintenance and inspection of offshore structures. inspection an action of looking at something carefully, especially in order to check that it is satisfactory |
| 17268 |
On closer inspection, a number of problems emerge. inspection on closer close inspection when you look at or think about something more carefully |
| 17269 |
a piece of paper covered with scrawled calculations calculation a series of numbers or symbols that you write when you are calculating something |
| 17270 |
The council is encouraging people to recycle their household rubbish. rubbish things that you throw away because they are no longer useful, such as old food, paper or plastic used for wrapping things, and empty containers |
| 17271 |
The streets were littered with rubbish. rubbish things that you throw away because they are no longer useful, such as old food, paper or plastic used for wrapping things, and empty containers |
| 17272 |
Most of the information in her article was utter rubbish. rubbish things that someone says or writes that are not reasonable or sensible |
| 17273 |
As usual, he was talking complete rubbish. rubbish things that someone says or writes that are not reasonable or sensible |
| 17274 |
Critics have described the paintings as worthless rubbish. rubbish something that is useless, of no value, or of very low quality |
| 17275 |
Cable TV, to quote Mr James, is just '200 channels of rubbish'. rubbish something that is useless, of no value, or of very low quality |
| 17276 |
He rubbished suggestions that he is about to leave the club. rubbish to criticize someone or something by saying that they are wrong, stupid, or useless |
| 17277 |
I'm rubbish at spelling. rubbish useless |
| 17278 |
They're a rubbish band. rubbish useless |
| 17279 |
Our findings support the hypothesis that these patients are at increased risk of heart disease. hypothesis an idea that attempts to explain something but has not yet been tested or proved to be correct |
| 17280 |
Darwin offered a working hypothesis for the mechanism of evolution. hypothesis working hypothesis (=a theory that can be used although it may have to be changed later) an idea that attempts to explain something but has not yet been tested or proved to be correct |
| 17281 |
At the end of the garden there is a steep slope. slope a straight surface that has one end higher than the other |
| 17282 |
a slope of 45 degrees slope the angle of this kind of surface |
| 17283 |
Vines grow on the south-facing slopes. slope the side of a hill or a mountain |
| 17284 |
a new indoor ski slope slope a surface for people to ski on |
| 17285 |
The floor slopes a bit. slope to have one end higher than the other |
| 17286 |
His handwriting slopes backwards. slope to not be completely upright |
| 17287 |
a sloping roof slope |
| 17288 |
Icy patches are likely on some roads. patch an area that is different from what surrounds it |
| 17289 |
The male has a distinctive white patch on its tail. patch an area that is different from what surrounds it |
| 17290 |
There were damp patches on the ceiling. patch an area that is different from what surrounds it |
| 17291 |
We sat down in a patch of shade. patch patch of an area that is different from what surrounds it |
| 17292 |
the vegetable patch patch a piece of ground, especially one where you grow fruit or vegetables, or where a particular plant grows |
| 17293 |
a patch of nettles grass scrub patch a piece of ground, especially one where you grow fruit or vegetables, or where a particular plant grows |
| 17294 |
The 'lawn' was just a tiny patch of grass. patch a piece of ground, especially one where you grow fruit or vegetables, or where a particular plant grows |
| 17295 |
She wore a sweater with patches on the elbows. patch a piece of cloth that you sew over a hole in clothes, or over a part where holes might form |
| 17296 |
She had sewn colourful patches on her jeans. patch a small piece of cloth with a design on it that you sew onto clothes for decoration |
| 17297 |
an eye patch patch a cover that you wear over an injured eye |
| 17298 |
Some officers claim that there are no drugs on their patch. patch an area that someone thinks of as belonging to them, for example because they live or work there. The usual American word is turf |
| 17299 |
You can download this patch from our website. patch a piece of software that you add to a computer program in order to improve it or remove a fault |
| 17300 |
All marriages have their sticky patches. patch a bad sticky difficult rough patch a period of time in your life that is difficult or unpleasant |
| 17301 |
Small businesses are going through a bit of a bad patch just now. patch a bad sticky difficult rough patch a period of time in your life that is difficult or unpleasant |
| 17302 |
The play was good in patches. patch in patches in some parts only |
| 17303 |
The film isn't a patch on the book. patch not a patch on something much less good than something |
| 17304 |
The wedding invitations went out yesterday. invitation a written or spoken request asking someone to spend time with you socially or to come to a social event |
| 17305 |
Nobody in the office had received an invitation to the party. invitation invitation to a written or spoken request asking someone to spend time with you socially or to come to a social event |
| 17306 |
She has received an invitation to join a new environmental policy body. invitation invitation to do something a request to someone to do something or go somewhere |
| 17307 |
The senator declined our invitation to comment on the allegations. invitation decline refuse an invitation a request to someone to do something or go somewhere |
| 17308 |
The former president has accepted a long-standing invitation to address the conference. invitation standing long-standing open invitation (=with no fixed date) a request to someone to do something or go somewhere |
| 17309 |
He described the low wages paid to police officers as almost an invitation to corruption. invitation invitation to an action or event that makes something unpleasant more likely to happen |
| 17310 |
The banks will take the minister's comments as an open invitation to charge their customers higher rates. invitation an (open) invitation to do something an action or event that makes something unpleasant more likely to happen |
| 17311 |
They came to Washington at the invitation of the president. invitation at someone's invitation at the invitation of someone if you do something at someone's invitation, you do it when they ask or invite you |
| 17312 |
a club with membership by invitation only invitation by invitation (only) available only to people who have been formally invited |
| 17313 |
When someone comes nearer without invitation, we feel threatened. invitation without invitation without being asked or invited by anyone |
| 17314 |
The country's population consists of three main ethnic groups. ethnic relating to a group of people who have the same culture and traditions |
| 17315 |
ethnic Albanians living in Kosovo ethnic used for referring to people from a particular ethnic group, when they live in a country where most people are from a different ethnic group |
| 17316 |
ethnic conflict violence ethnic used about fighting between people from different ethnic groups living in the same place |
| 17317 |
The oil spillage has polluted the harbour. pollute to make air, water, or land too dirty and dangerous for people to use in a safe way |
| 17318 |
The villagers drank from wells polluted with toxic chemicals. pollute to make air, water, or land too dirty and dangerous for people to use in a safe way |
| 17319 |
He was accused of polluting children's minds. pollute to spoil the good character of someone or something |
| 17320 |
the Russian Federation federation a country made up of individual states with the power to make their own decisions, but with a national government responsible for areas such as foreign policy and defence |
| 17321 |
the International Tennis Federation federation a large organization made up of several smaller organizations or groups that share similar aims |
| 17322 |
Many people are wholly dependent on the state pension. wholly completely |
| 17323 |
The government is not wholly to blame for the current crisis. wholly completely |
| 17324 |
She didn't wholly trust him. wholly completely |
| 17325 |
an increase in hospital closures closure the process of making a business or institution stop operating permanently |
| 17326 |
The closure of the centre would be a terrible loss to the community. closure closure of the process of making a business or institution stop operating permanently |
| 17327 |
The investigation should bring some closure to the relatives of those who have died. closure bring achieve closure the feeling that an unpleasant experience has ended or been settled |
| 17328 |
a dictionary of the English language dictionary a book that gives a list of words in alphabetical order and explains what they mean |
| 17329 |
a German-English dictionary dictionary a book that lists words in one language and gives translations in another |
| 17330 |
a dictionary of art music dictionary a book about a particular subject that gives an alphabetical list of words, phrases, or names with information about them |
| 17331 |
Their withdrawal of support forced the minister to resign. withdrawal withdrawal of the act of stopping something or of taking something away |
| 17332 |
Illness led to her withdrawal from the contest. withdrawal withdrawal from the act of no longer being involved in something |
| 17333 |
You can make a withdrawal from most cash machines. withdrawal make a withdrawal the process of taking an amount of money out of your bank account, or the amount of money that you take out |
| 17334 |
He's just announced the withdrawal of his resignation. withdrawal a statement that says that you want people to ignore a remark that you made earlier |
| 17335 |
Troop withdrawals will take place immediately. withdrawal the removal of an army from an area of fighting |
| 17336 |
The patient's withdrawal can be a sign of depression. withdrawal behaviour in which someone prefers to be alone and does not want to talk to other people |
| 17337 |
an automatic door automatic an automatic machine or process works by itself rather than being operated by people |
| 17338 |
an automatic machine gun automatic an automatic weapon continues to shoot bullets until you take your finger off the trigger |
| 17339 |
an automatic response automatic done without conscious thought or intention, especially because of habit |
| 17340 |
Taxpayers who do not send in their forms face an automatic fine. automatic happening as a result of specific conditions, rules, or laws, without a special decision being made |
| 17341 |
If something goes wrong, you'll be liable. liable legally responsible for causing damage or injury, so that you have to pay something or be punished |
| 17342 |
The hospital was held liable for negligence. liable liable for legally responsible for causing damage or injury, so that you have to pay something or be punished |
| 17343 |
He could find himself liable for the cost of the repairs. liable legally responsible for causing damage or injury, so that you have to pay something or be punished |
| 17344 |
You may be liable for tax on any gains you make. liable liable for if someone is liable for something, they must pay it or must do it |
| 17345 |
People found guilty of reckless driving may be liable to imprisonment or a fine. liable liable to if someone is liable for something, they must pay it or must do it |
| 17346 |
Many parts of the country are liable to flooding. liable liable to something likely to suffer from something unpleasant |
| 17347 |
The handle is liable to break. liable liable to do something likely to do something bad or unpleasant |
| 17348 |
the London borough of Enfield borough a town or a district in a city that is responsible for its own schools, libraries etc |
| 17349 |
the borough council borough a town or a district in a city that is responsible for its own schools, libraries etc |
| 17350 |
She had a suspicion that Mr Engel was not being completely honest. suspicion have a suspicion that a feeling that someone has done something wrong |
| 17351 |
I can't prove who stole it, but I have my suspicions. suspicion have your suspicions a feeling that someone has done something wrong |
| 17352 |
Her suspicions were aroused by the smell of perfume on his clothes. suspicion arouse someone's suspicions a feeling that someone has done something wrong |
| 17353 |
The Captain confirmed my suspicions – we were sinking. suspicion a feeling that something bad is probably true or likely to happen |
| 17354 |
Juliet had an awful suspicion that Naomi was going to scream. suspicion suspicion (that) a feeling that something bad is probably true or likely to happen |
| 17355 |
Refugees tend to be treated with suspicion. suspicion a feeling that you do not trust someone or something |
| 17356 |
an atmosphere of suspicion and hostility suspicion a feeling that you do not trust someone or something |
| 17357 |
In this investigation, no one in the company is above suspicion. suspicion above beyond suspicion definitely not guilty of doing anything wrong |
| 17358 |
They were both arrested on suspicion of murder. suspicion on suspicion of something because the police or the authorities think you have committed a crime |
| 17359 |
There was a suspicion of a smile on his face. suspicion a suspicion of something something that you think you see, hear, or taste, but not very clearly |
| 17360 |
Several senior party members have come under suspicion. suspicion under suspicion believed to be possibly guilty of doing something wrong |
| 17361 |
an interesting portrait of life under communism portrait portrait of a description of someone or something, for example in a book |
| 17362 |
The vase hit the wall and shattered into fragments. fragment a small piece of a larger object that has broken, often into a lot of pieces |
| 17363 |
Police found fragments of glass on his clothing. fragment fragment of a small piece of a larger object that has broken, often into a lot of pieces |
| 17364 |
architectural fragments from Mayan sites fragment a small part of something that remains when the rest has been lost or destroyed |
| 17365 |
a fragment of text fragment fragment of a small part of something that remains when the rest has been lost or destroyed |
| 17366 |
Fragments of their conversation drifted up to her. fragment fragment of a small part of something larger |
| 17367 |
The plane fragmented on impact. fragment if something fragments or is fragmented, it breaks into a lot of separate pieces or parts |
| 17368 |
After their European Cup success the team fragmented. fragment if something fragments or is fragmented, it breaks into a lot of separate pieces or parts |
| 17369 |
We had become a fragmented society during the depression. fragment |
| 17370 |
a revolutionary movement party war revolutionary relating to or supporting a political revolution |
| 17371 |
a revolutionary idea concept revolutionary new and completely changing the way that something is done, thought about, or made |
| 17372 |
a treatment for cancer that researchers say is potentially revolutionary revolutionary new and completely changing the way that something is done, thought about, or made |
| 17373 |
a revolutionary change in attitudes revolutionary new and completely changing the way that something is done, thought about, or made |
| 17374 |
Marxist revolutionaries revolutionary someone who supports or takes part in a revolution |
| 17375 |
The performance of each employee is evaluated once a year. evaluate to think carefully about something before making a judgment about its value, importance, or quality |
| 17376 |
The study will evaluate the long-term effects of exposure to radiation. evaluate to think carefully about something before making a judgment about its value, importance, or quality |
| 17377 |
the evaluation of the data evaluate |
| 17378 |
All our major competitors are also bidding for the contract. competitor a company that sells the same goods or services as another company |
| 17379 |
Over 30,000 competitors will run in the New York marathon. competitor someone who takes part in a sports competition |
| 17380 |
She is the sole survivor of the crash. sole the sole person or thing is the only one of a particular type |
| 17381 |
His sole purpose in going there was to see Kelly. sole the sole person or thing is the only one of a particular type |
| 17382 |
He bought out his partner to get sole ownership of the company. sole have sole ownership responsibility etc to be the only person who owns something is responsible for something etc |
| 17383 |
She tickled the soles of his feet. sole the flat bottom part of your foot |
| 17384 |
I had something stuck to the sole of my shoe. sole the bottom part of your shoe that goes under your foot |
| 17385 |
Alice can look after the children. She's very reliable. reliable a reliable person is someone who you can trust to behave well, work hard, or do what you expect them to do |
| 17386 |
a reliable workman car reliable a reliable person is someone who you can trust to behave well, work hard, or do what you expect them to do |
| 17387 |
This is a better and more reliable car than my last one. reliable a reliable vehicle, piece of equipment, or system always works well |
| 17388 |
a reliable method of birth control reliable a reliable vehicle, piece of equipment, or system always works well |
| 17389 |
How reliable are these statistics? reliable reliable information can be trusted to be accurate |
| 17390 |
There turned out to be no reliable evidence of Mardell's guilt. reliable reliable information can be trusted to be accurate |
| 17391 |
I heard this from a very reliable source. reliable used about someone whose information can be trusted to be accurate |
| 17392 |
Tell me Clare, how much do you weigh? weigh to have a particular weight |
| 17393 |
The baby weighed 7 pounds when she was born. weigh to have a particular weight |
| 17394 |
Your suitcase weighs a ton. weigh weigh a ton (=be very heavy) to have a particular weight |
| 17395 |
Weigh yourself daily and mark your weight on the chart. weigh to measure how heavy someone or something is |
| 17396 |
They will weigh your package at the post office. weigh to measure how heavy someone or something is |
| 17397 |
The judge weighed all the facts before reaching a verdict. weigh to consider all the aspects of a situation carefully before making a decision |
| 17398 |
Those costs must be weighed against the environmental benefits. weigh weigh something against something to consider all the aspects of a situation carefully before making a decision |
| 17399 |
Unfortunately, his batting and fielding weigh against him. weigh weigh against to have an important effect or influence |
| 17400 |
The defeat weighed heavily with the President. weigh weigh heavily with someone to have an important effect or influence |
| 17401 |
a medieval church castle building medieval relating to the period of European history between about the year 1000 ad and the year 1500 |
| 17402 |
medieval times medieval relating to the period of European history between about the year 1000 ad and the year 1500 |
| 17403 |
She has a degree in medieval history. medieval relating to the period of European history between about the year 1000 ad and the year 1500 |
| 17404 |
His ideas about women are positively medieval! medieval very old-fashioned |
| 17405 |
Ask for advice at your local family planning clinic. clinic antenatal family planning diabetic clinic a place where people go to receive a particular type of medical treatment or advice |
| 17406 |
He spent months recovering in a private health clinic. clinic a private hospital where patients have to pay directly for their treatment |
| 17407 |
a coaching clinic clinic an occasion when an expert teaches a class on their subject |
| 17408 |
The sun was shining brightly. shine if the sun shines, it produces a bright light and the weather is usually warm |
| 17409 |
The headlights of oncoming cars were shining through the mist. shine used about the moon, stars, lights, and other things that produce light |
| 17410 |
The wooden tables had been polished until they shone. shine to have a bright attractive appearance |
| 17411 |
Her hair shone like gold. shine to have a bright attractive appearance |
| 17412 |
The child's face was shining with excitement. shine if people's eyes or faces shine, they look extremely happy or excited |
| 17413 |
Kobe shone the torch slowly around the room. shine to make the light from a torch or other light shine in a particular direction |
| 17414 |
It's time we gave some of the younger players a chance to shine. shine to show that you have a lot of skill when you do something |
| 17415 |
The dog's coat had a beautiful shine. shine the bright appearance that something such as wood, metal, or leather has when it is in good condition |
| 17416 |
Your shoes could do with a shine. shine the act of rubbing something to make it shine |
| 17417 |
Daniel's injury took the shine off their victory. shine take the shine off something to spoil something, or to make it less enjoyable |
| 17418 |
She reads and knits to pass the time. knit to make something such as a piece of clothing using wool and sticks called knitting needles |
| 17419 |
I'm knitting him a sweater for Christmas. knit knit someone something to make something such as a piece of clothing using wool and sticks called knitting needles |
| 17420 |
She knitted a blanket for the baby. knit knit something for someone to make something such as a piece of clothing using wool and sticks called knitting needles |
| 17421 |
How did such disparate groups knit themselves into a single organization? knit to join together or work together as one group or unit, or to make people or things do this |
| 17422 |
Difficulties were caused by the complexity of the legislation. complexity complexity of the complicated nature of something |
| 17423 |
the complexities of the legal system complexity features of something that make it confusing or difficult to deal with |
| 17424 |
Pericles foresaw that peace would lead to unemployment, and among his remedies was a public building programme. remedy a solution to a particular problem |
| 17425 |
There are no miraculous remedies for learning difficulties. remedy remedy for a solution to a particular problem |
| 17426 |
When there is a nuisance, the law provides a legal remedy by way of injunction or damages. remedy a solution to a disagreement |
| 17427 |
homeopathic herbal remedies remedy a cure for pain or a minor illness |
| 17428 |
Comfrey seems to have been a remedy for all ills. remedy remedy for a cure for pain or a minor illness |
| 17429 |
The bill seeks to remedy a historic injustice in which black people were deprived of their right to own land. remedy to correct or improve a situation |
| 17430 |
He looked uncomfortable on the other side of the fence from his former colleagues. fence on the other side of the fence in a completely different situation or position from the one you are used to |
| 17431 |
People are on the fence, and we just have to take the initiative. fence sit be on the fence to refuse to support either side in an argument |
| 17432 |
The Government should stop sitting on the fence and make its position clear. fence sit be on the fence to refuse to support either side in an argument |
| 17433 |
The lake freezes in winter. freeze if water freezes, or if something freezes it, it gets very cold and changes into ice |
| 17434 |
The water in the cat's bowl was frozen solid. freeze frozen solid (=completely hard) if water freezes, or if something freezes it, it gets very cold and changes into ice |
| 17435 |
Liquid nitrogen freezes at minus 209 degrees Celsius. freeze if a liquid freezes or something freezes it, it becomes solid because it has reached a low temperature |
| 17436 |
The soil had frozen. freeze if a substance freezes, or if something freezes it, it becomes very cold and hard |
| 17437 |
The blanket had frozen to the windscreen. freeze if something such as a lock or a machine freezes, or if something freezes it, it gets stuck and cannot move |
| 17438 |
You should freeze meat on the day that you buy it. freeze to preserve food or drink by making it extremely cold in a freezer |
| 17439 |
Strawberries don't freeze very well. freeze if food freezes, you can preserve it in this way |
| 17440 |
The embryos are frozen at minus 20 degrees and stored. freeze if you freeze a human body or a part of the body, you preserve it by making it extremely cold |
| 17441 |
You'll freeze if you go out in that thin coat. freeze to feel extremely cold |
| 17442 |
The lambs looked as if they had frozen to death in the snow. freeze freeze to death (=die from being very cold) to feel extremely cold |
| 17443 |
Freeze! Don't move a muscle! freeze to stop moving and keep completely still |
| 17444 |
Kate froze in horror when she saw all the blood. freeze to stop moving and keep completely still |
| 17445 |
I stood frozen to the spot, unable to believe my eyes. freeze frozen to the spot (=unable to move because you are frightened or shocked) to stop moving and keep completely still |
| 17446 |
Their wine glasses frozen in mid-air, they all stared at me. freeze to stop moving or making progress |
| 17447 |
It seemed as though time had frozen. freeze to stop moving or making progress |
| 17448 |
Wages were frozen until the end of December. freeze to say officially that the rate or level of something must stay the same and not increase |
| 17449 |
We are freezing prices at 2006 levels. freeze to say officially that the rate or level of something must stay the same and not increase |
| 17450 |
The courts have frozen her bank account. freeze to legally stop a supply of money from being available to someone |
| 17451 |
The company's assets could be frozen by the banks. freeze freeze someone's assets (=stop someone selling their property to make money) to legally stop a supply of money from being available to someone |
| 17452 |
a pay wage price freeze freeze an official decision to prevent any increase in the number, level, or rate of something |
| 17453 |
There has been a freeze on the number of police officers. freeze freeze on an official decision to prevent any increase in the number, level, or rate of something |
| 17454 |
A freeze is expected tonight. freeze a drop in temperature to 0 Celsius or below |
| 17455 |
the big freeze of 1941 freeze a period of time when the weather is extremely cold |
| 17456 |
Many infectious diseases have been virtually eliminated. eliminate to get rid of something that is not wanted or needed |
| 17457 |
He has had to eliminate dairy products from his diet. eliminate eliminate something from something to get rid of something that is not wanted or needed |
| 17458 |
We've eliminated the possibility that the fire was started deliberately. eliminate to decide that someone or something is not responsible for something |
| 17459 |
Police who interviewed the man are eliminating him from their inquiries. eliminate eliminate someone from your inquiries (=believe they are innocent) to decide that someone or something is not responsible for something |
| 17460 |
Five candidates were eliminated after the first interview. eliminate to remove someone from a competition or election |
| 17461 |
The car has a surprisingly spacious interior. interior the inside part of something, especially a building or vehicle |
| 17462 |
He entered the dark interior of the hallway. interior interior of the inside part of something, especially a building or vehicle |
| 17463 |
a two-day journey into the interior interior the inner part of a country or region that is furthest away from its borders or coasts |
| 17464 |
Europeans built railways in the interior of Africa. interior interior of the inner part of a country or region that is furthest away from its borders or coasts |
| 17465 |
the Department of the Interior interior the government department that is responsible for things that happen within a country, not for relations between that country and others |
| 17466 |
The interior doors are made of glass. interior inside something such as a building or a vehicle |
| 17467 |
the emotional and intellectual development of young children intellectual relating to the ability to think in an intelligent way and to understand things, especially difficult or complicated ideas and subjects |
| 17468 |
Students were asked which task represented the greatest intellectual challenge. intellectual relating to the ability to think in an intelligent way and to understand things, especially difficult or complicated ideas and subjects |
| 17469 |
He had the intellectual capacity of a three-year-old. intellectual intellectual ability capacity relating to the ability to think in an intelligent way and to understand things, especially difficult or complicated ideas and subjects |
| 17470 |
people's cultural and intellectual lives intellectual relating to the ideas and ways of thinking that are developed by intelligent people in a society |
| 17471 |
the intellectual climate (=attitudes) of the time intellectual relating to the ideas and ways of thinking that are developed by intelligent people in a society |
| 17472 |
Though not intellectual, my mother was highly intelligent. intellectual well educated and interested in art, science, literature etc at an advanced level |
| 17473 |
intellectually demanding work intellectual |
| 17474 |
an old established family firm established having existed for a long time, and therefore recognized as good or successful |
| 17475 |
They have well-established connections with the Japanese company. established having existed for a long time, and therefore recognized as good or successful |
| 17476 |
established procedures methods criteria established having existed for a long time, and therefore recognized as good or successful |
| 17477 |
The cast includes several established stars, as well as two talented newcomers. established established people are well known for being good at their job |
| 17478 |
The new Academy sees itself as an alternative to established institutions. established established organizations have official authority |
| 17479 |
She was just beginning to get established here. established to start feeling happy, confident, and successful in a new job or place |
| 17480 |
The plants quickly produce new roots and become established. established to start growing successfully in a new place |
| 17481 |
The odds of getting hit by a falling satellite are very small. odds the odds of doing something the chances of something happening |
| 17482 |
The odds are they won't succeed. odds (the) odds are (that) (=it is likely that) the chances of something happening |
| 17483 |
The odds were always in favour of a South African victory. odds the odds are in favour of something (stacked) against something (=it is likely unlikely to happen) the chances of something happening |
| 17484 |
The odds were stacked against him, but he never gave up. odds the odds are in someone's favour (stacked) against someone (=they are likely unlikely to succeed) the chances of something happening |
| 17485 |
What are the odds Jim will show up this time? odds What are the odds...? the chances of something happening |
| 17486 |
I didn't bet on the horse because I didn't like the odds. odds the chances that are used for calculating how much money you will get if the person or thing you bet on wins a race or competition |
| 17487 |
They're giving odds of 5–1 against a knockout in the first round. odds give lay offer (someone) odds of something the chances that are used for calculating how much money you will get if the person or thing you bet on wins a race or competition |
| 17488 |
Left alone, they were fighting against overwhelming odds. odds difficulties or conditions that make success unlikely |
| 17489 |
Against all the odds, we won our case on appeal. odds against all (the) odds difficulties or conditions that make success unlikely |
| 17490 |
She continued to find herself at odds with the chairman. odds disagreeing with someone |
| 17491 |
This statement is completely at odds with what was said last week. odds if things are at odds with each other, they are different or opposite when they should be the same |
| 17492 |
You can come if you like. It makes no odds to me. odds it something doesn't make any odds (to me) used for saying that something does not matter to you |
| 17493 |
The club will not pay over the odds to retain his services. odds pay over the odds more than the usual or expected price |
| 17494 |
They charge way over the odds for wine by the glass. odds charge over the odds more than the usual or expected price |
| 17495 |
We'll miss the bus, but what's the odds? There's another at 10.00. odds what's the odds? used for saying that something does not matter |
| 17496 |
Their policies have alienated many women voters. voter someone who votes in an election |
| 17497 |
Voters went to the polls today to elect a new president. voter someone who votes in an election |
| 17498 |
a move that was popular among Labour voters voter someone who votes in an election |
| 17499 |
a gifted child gifted with an impressive natural ability |
| 17500 |
She's exceptionally gifted in music. gifted gifted in with an impressive natural ability |
| 17501 |
a house with a double garage garage a building for keeping a car in, especially one that is connected to or near a house |
| 17502 |
an underground garage garage an area inside or below a building where you can leave your car |
| 17503 |
They took the car to a local garage to get it fixed. garage a place that repairs or sells cars |
| 17504 |
The old barn is used for garaging the vehicles. garage to keep a vehicle inside a building |
| 17505 |
We are living in an era in which technology is developing very rapidly. era a period of time that has a particular quality or character |
| 17506 |
the Thatcher era era a period of time that has a particular quality or character |
| 17507 |
The president promised to bring about a new era of peace. era a new era a period of time that has a particular quality or character |
| 17508 |
Navratilova's retirement marked the end of an era. era the end of an era a period of time that has a particular quality or character |
| 17509 |
the Jurassic era era one of the very long periods that prehistoric time is divided into |
| 17510 |
the colonial Roman era era a historical period with a particular character or feature |
| 17511 |
You should not smoke if you are pregnant. pregnant if a woman is pregnant, she has a baby developing inside her body |
| 17512 |
I was eight months pregnant at the time. pregnant if a woman is pregnant, she has a baby developing inside her body |
| 17513 |
She's been trying to get pregnant for a year now. pregnant get become pregnant if a woman is pregnant, she has a baby developing inside her body |
| 17514 |
I remember I was pregnant with Jenny when we moved here. pregnant pregnant with if a woman is pregnant, she has a baby developing inside her body |
| 17515 |
He had started seeing Freda and got her pregnant. pregnant get someone pregnant if a woman is pregnant, she has a baby developing inside her body |
| 17516 |
a heavily pregnant woman pregnant heavily pregnant (=at a late stage in the pregnancy) if a woman is pregnant, she has a baby developing inside her body |
| 17517 |
The situation was pregnant with possibilities. pregnant pregnant with full of meaning or possibilities that have not yet happened or been expressed |
| 17518 |
'OK, let's move on,' said Bartlett after a long and pregnant pause. pregnant pregnant pause silence full of meaning or possibilities that have not yet happened or been expressed |
| 17519 |
an assassination plot plot a secret plan to do something bad, made by two or more people |
| 17520 |
a plot against the government plot plot against a secret plan to do something bad, made by two or more people |
| 17521 |
The two men are accused of a plot to bomb an American plane. plot a plot to do something a secret plan to do something bad, made by two or more people |
| 17522 |
Between them, they had hatched a clever plot to claim insurance money. plot hatch a plot (=make it) a secret plan to do something bad, made by two or more people |
| 17523 |
a family plot (=where members of the same family are buried) plot a small piece of land in a cemetery where you are buried when you die |
| 17524 |
I'm sorry, I'm losing the plot – can you explain again? plot to no longer understand a situation or know how to deal with it |
| 17525 |
Tony's put everything in the wrong place – he's losing the plot. plot to start behaving in a strange or silly way |
| 17526 |
a woman who plotted the murder of her husband plot to make a secret plan with other people to do something bad |
| 17527 |
He warned that they might be plotting a coup against the administration. plot to make a secret plan with other people to do something bad |
| 17528 |
The men were charged with plotting to overthrow the government. plot plot to do something to make a secret plan with other people to do something bad |
| 17529 |
The girls had been plotting Antonia's party in great excitement. plot to secretly plan to do something |
| 17530 |
We plotted a course for one of the smaller islands. plot plot a course for something to mark on a map the way that a ship or plane travels |
| 17531 |
a densely plotted novel plot to invent the series of related events that make up the main story in a book, film etc |
| 17532 |
Natalie rushed to open the door and greet the guests. greet to behave in a polite or friendly way towards someone when you meet them |
| 17533 |
The Prime Minister greeted him at the airport. greet to behave in a polite or friendly way towards someone when you meet them |
| 17534 |
Bruce was warmly greeted by his colleagues. greet to behave in a polite or friendly way towards someone when you meet them |
| 17535 |
The women greet each other with kisses on both cheeks. greet greet someone with a smile kiss to behave in a polite or friendly way towards someone when you meet them |
| 17536 |
A burst of applause greeted the players. greet to react to an action or news in a particular way |
| 17537 |
The announcement was greeted with some scepticism by environmental groups. greet be greeted with something to react to an action or news in a particular way |
| 17538 |
The decision was greeted by violent demonstrations. greet be greeted by something to react to an action or news in a particular way |
| 17539 |
We were greeted by the familiar smell of baking bread. greet if you are greeted by a sight, sound, or smell, it is the first thing that you notice |
| 17540 |
They sell all kinds of electrical equipment and appliances. electrical working by electricity |
| 17541 |
electrical engineering electrical relating to electricity |
| 17542 |
He had treated her for a stomach disorder. disorder an illness or medical condition |
| 17543 |
The main problem is public disorder associated with late-night drinking. disorder public civil disorder a situation in which people behave in a noisy or violent way in public, often as a protest against something |
| 17544 |
Everything was in disorder, but nothing seemed to have been taken. disorder in disorder a situation in which things are not tidy |
| 17545 |
a reasonable valid legitimate excuse excuse a reason that you give to explain why you have done something bad, or why you have not done something that you should have done |
| 17546 |
What excuse did they give for the delay? excuse excuse for a reason that you give to explain why you have done something bad, or why you have not done something that you should have done |
| 17547 |
Joe was late, but as always he had an excuse. excuse have an excuse a reason that you give to explain why you have done something bad, or why you have not done something that you should have done |
| 17548 |
He made some excuse about having a lot of work to do. excuse make give an excuse a reason that you give to explain why you have done something bad, or why you have not done something that you should have done |
| 17549 |
Birthdays are always a good excuse for a party. excuse excuse for a reason for doing something that you want to do |
| 17550 |
Emily was glad of an excuse to change the subject. excuse an excuse to do something a reason for doing something that you want to do |
| 17551 |
Will made his excuses and went up to his room. excuse make your excuses to say why you must leave a place |
| 17552 |
We have a failing economy and a pathetic excuse for a President. excuse a pathetic poor sad excuse for something someone or something that is of very bad quality |
| 17553 |
There's no excuse for her talking to you like that. excuse used for emphasizing that you think someone's behaviour is very bad |
| 17554 |
She only lives five minutes away, so there's really no excuse for not visiting her. excuse used for saying that someone should definitely do something |
| 17555 |
Please excuse my untidy handwriting. excuse to forgive someone for something bad that they have done, especially something that is not very serious |
| 17556 |
I hope you'll excuse us for leaving so early. excuse excuse someone for (doing) something to forgive someone for something bad that they have done, especially something that is not very serious |
| 17557 |
I know he's over 70, but that doesn't excuse his sexist attitudes. excuse to provide a reason or explanation for something bad that someone has done, in order to make it seem less bad |
| 17558 |
You're excused from doing the washing-up tonight. excuse excuse someone from (doing) something to give someone permission not to do something that they usually have to do |
| 17559 |
Now if you'll excuse us, we have to get going. excuse to give someone permission to leave |
| 17560 |
Excuse me, do you know what time it is? excuse used for politely getting someone's attention |
| 17561 |
Excuse me, but there's a phone call for you. excuse used for showing you are sorry for interrupting someone |
| 17562 |
Excuse me for a moment – I have to make a phone call. excuse used for politely telling someone you are leaving |
| 17563 |
Excuse me, but I never said I'd pay for everything. excuse used for politely disagreeing with someone |
| 17564 |
'How old are you?' 'Excuse me?' excuse used for asking someone to repeat something |
| 17565 |
She excused herself from the table and went back to work. excuse excuse yourself from to politely say that you are going to leave a place |
| 17566 |
We've been rehearsing for weeks. rehearse to practise a play, concert, opera etc before giving a performance |
| 17567 |
Angie rehearsed what she was going to say on the phone. rehearse to practise something you are going to say or do |
| 17568 |
I figured I'd better be prepared with a well-rehearsed explanation. rehearse well-rehearsed (=carefully planned) to practise something you are going to say or do |
| 17569 |
Jackson cancelled the tour after suffering a throat infection. cancel to say that something that has been arranged will not now happen |
| 17570 |
The 4.05 train has been cancelled. cancel to say that something that has been arranged will not now happen |
| 17571 |
If you're too busy to see her, I'll phone and cancel. cancel to say that something that has been arranged will not now happen |
| 17572 |
There has been a call for Third World debt to be cancelled. cancel to say that a legal agreement or obligation is now ended |
| 17573 |
projects that lead to environmental harm harm injury, damage, or problems caused by something that you do |
| 17574 |
Eating sweets occasionally doesn't do children any harm. harm do cause (someone) harm injury, damage, or problems caused by something that you do |
| 17575 |
The new law is likely to do irreparable harm in urban areas. harm injury, damage, or problems caused by something that you do |
| 17576 |
The 'low levels' of cyanide in the river were sufficient to cause harm to aquatic life. harm injury, damage, or problems caused by something that you do |
| 17577 |
Strenuous exercise can often do more harm than good. harm do more harm than good to make a situation worse instead of better |
| 17578 |
U.S. troops are doing a terrific job, but they are in harm's way. harm in harm's way in a dangerous situation |
| 17579 |
It wouldn't do you any harm to listen to her advice. harm it wouldn't do (someone) any harm used for saying what you think someone should do |
| 17580 |
I didn't mean any harm: it was just a joke. harm mean no harm to not intend to hurt, damage, or upset someone or something |
| 17581 |
I'll try to look after him and see that he comes to no harm. harm no harm comes to someone something used for saying that someone or something is not damaged, hurt, or badly affected |
| 17582 |
It is vital to keep the children completely out of harm's way. harm out of harm's way in a safe place, so that nothing bad can happen |
| 17583 |
There's no harm in asking. harm there's no harm in (doing) something used for saying that something will not cause any problems and may be helpful |
| 17584 |
He was not the type to deliberately harm his child. harm to injure, damage, or have a bad effect on someone or something |
| 17585 |
Does watching violence on TV really harm children? harm to injure, damage, or have a bad effect on someone or something |
| 17586 |
Publication of those documents would harm the national interest. harm to injure, damage, or have a bad effect on someone or something |
| 17587 |
The government insists that the dam will not harm the environment. harm to injure, damage, or have a bad effect on someone or something |
| 17588 |
It wouldn't harm you to listen once in a while! harm it wouldn't harm someone to do something used for saying what you think someone should do, especially when you are angry |
| 17589 |
Cover both sides of the meat with flour, shaking off any excess. excess a larger amount of something than is usual or necessary |
| 17590 |
Tests subsequently revealed an excess of alcohol in the driver's blood. excess excess of a larger amount of something than is usual or necessary |
| 17591 |
the worst excesses of the regime excess cruel or violent actions, especially when committed by a government, army, or police force |
| 17592 |
the usual excesses of the rock-star lifestyle excess behaviour that you consider to be wrong because it is too extreme |
| 17593 |
Most policies carry a 50 excess. excess an amount of money that someone has to pay towards the cost of something, when an insurance company is going to pay the rest of the cost. The usual American word is deductible |
| 17594 |
The rest of the family led a life of excess. excess a way of behaving in which you do dangerous or extreme things |
| 17595 |
profits in excess of 80 million excess in excess of something more than a particular amount |
| 17596 |
Charlie drank sometimes to excess. excess to excess if you do something to excess, you do it so much that it harms you or causes problems |
| 17597 |
Drain off any excess liquid. excess more than is usual or necessary |
| 17598 |
Passengers travelling on to Buffalo will be required to pay an excess fare of $30. excess an excess amount of money is an extra amount that you pay |
| 17599 |
This is an exact replica of the original ship. exact done, made, or described in a very thorough way, with all the details correct |
| 17600 |
We need to establish the exact sequence of events leading up to the accident. exact done, made, or described in a very thorough way, with all the details correct |
| 17601 |
She led rescuers to the exact spot where the injured climber was lying. exact used for emphasizing that you are referring to one particular thing and no other |
| 17602 |
It was a meeting some time in June: I can't remember the exact date. exact used for emphasizing that you are referring to one particular thing and no other |
| 17603 |
She's very friendly, the exact opposite of her sister. exact the exact opposite used for emphasizing that two people or things are completely different |
| 17604 |
Data analysis is an art, not an exact science. exact not an exact science used for saying that an activity is partly based on guessing rather than scientific methods |
| 17605 |
Employers are legally obliged to pay the minimum wage. oblige be feel obliged to do something to force someone to do something because it is the law, a rule, or a duty |
| 17606 |
They felt obliged to offer him hospitality. oblige to force someone to do something because it is the law, a rule, or a duty |
| 17607 |
The fans wanted more goals, and Ferguson duly obliged. oblige to help someone by doing something that they have asked you to do |
| 17608 |
If there's anything else I can do, I'm always happy to oblige. oblige happy glad willing to oblige to help someone by doing something that they have asked you to do |
| 17609 |
I would be obliged to receive your instructions on this matter. oblige I would be obliged (if) used when you are asking someone politely to do something |
| 17610 |
I'm much obliged to you. oblige much obliged used for thanking someone politely |
| 17611 |
Have you seen Jackie? Ah, there she is. ah used for showing that you see or understand something |
| 17612 |
Ah yes, I remember now. ah used for showing that you see or understand something |
| 17613 |
Ah, that's really kind of you. ah used for expressing a feeling, for example for showing that you are interested, surprised, pleased, or annoyed |
| 17614 |
'I'm afraid I won't be able to come.' 'Ah, I see.' ah used for expressing a feeling, for example for showing that you are interested, surprised, pleased, or annoyed |
| 17615 |
mutual respect support understanding mutual felt or done in the same way by each of two or more people |
| 17616 |
Our relationship was based on mutual distrust. mutual felt or done in the same way by each of two or more people |
| 17617 |
He said his contract was cancelled by mutual agreement. mutual by mutual agreement felt or done in the same way by each of two or more people |
| 17618 |
They were introduced by a mutual friend. mutual a mutual friend belonging to or true of two or more people |
| 17619 |
We found that we have a mutual interest in mountaineering. mutual a mutual interest belonging to or true of two or more people |
| 17620 |
The scheme would be to our mutual benefit. mutual mutual benefit belonging to or true of two or more people |
| 17621 |
Eleanor couldn't stand the sight of Jenny, and the feeling was mutual. mutual the feeling is mutual used for saying that one person dislikes someone as much as that person dislikes them |
| 17622 |
There was fighting between rival fans after the match. fighting fighting between a situation in which people hit, kick, or bite each other |
| 17623 |
The police were called in as fighting broke out in the crowd. fighting fighting breaks out (=starts) a situation in which people hit, kick, or bite each other |
| 17624 |
3,000 troops were involved in the fighting in the capital. fighting a situation in which soldiers or armies use weapons against each other |
| 17625 |
The organization is appealing for volunteers. volunteer someone who is not paid for the work that they do |
| 17626 |
a volunteer worker volunteer someone who is not paid for the work that they do |
| 17627 |
a small team of volunteers volunteer someone who is not paid for the work that they do |
| 17628 |
He is a volunteer for the Gay Helpline. volunteer volunteer for someone who is not paid for the work that they do |
| 17629 |
Can I have a volunteer to clean the board, please? volunteer someone who offers to do something without being forced |
| 17630 |
Doctors need 50 healthy volunteers for the diet. volunteer volunteer for someone who offers to do something without being forced |
| 17631 |
An accountant volunteered to help with the wildlife sanctuary's accounts. volunteer volunteer to do something to offer or choose to do something without being forced |
| 17632 |
Thirty-two patients volunteered for the research study. volunteer volunteer for to offer or choose to do something without being forced |
| 17633 |
I volunteered my services as a school governor. volunteer volunteer your services (as something) to offer or choose to do something without being forced |
| 17634 |
Claire volunteers at the homeless shelter once a week. volunteer to do some work without getting paid |
| 17635 |
He didn't ask me, and I didn't volunteer any information. volunteer volunteer information a suggestion an opinion to say something, or to give information without being asked |
| 17636 |
Martha volunteered that they planned to adopt a child. volunteer volunteer that to say something, or to give information without being asked |
| 17637 |
My mother has volunteered me to help with the school play. volunteer to say that someone else will do something before asking them if they are willing to do it |
| 17638 |
The children's laughter drifted down the street. laughter the sound of someone laughing |
| 17639 |
His performance had audiences shrieking with laughter. laughter scream roar shriek with laughter (=laugh very loudly) enjoyment or happiness expressed by laughing |
| 17640 |
It was a very dirty trick to play on anyone. trick a dirty cruel nasty trick an unfair or unpleasant thing that you do in order to harm someone or to get an advantage for yourself |
| 17641 |
They had carried out a dirty tricks campaign against a rival airline. trick a dirty tricks campaign an unfair or unpleasant thing that you do in order to harm someone or to get an advantage for yourself |
| 17642 |
I thought he was playing a trick on me. trick play a trick on someone something that you do in order to annoy someone or to make people laugh at them, often by making them believe something that is not true |
| 17643 |
Was it her, or were my eyes playing tricks on me? trick your eyes are your memory is playing tricks on you something that you do in order to annoy someone or to make people laugh at them, often by making them believe something that is not true |
| 17644 |
For my next trick, I will make the balls disappear. trick a way of entertaining people by doing something that looks like magic |
| 17645 |
He does this great trick with a hat and two rabbits. trick do a trick a way of entertaining people by doing something that looks like magic |
| 17646 |
Could she really see a boat, or was it just a trick of the light? trick something that is not really what it seems to be |
| 17647 |
There's a trick to folding up this umbrella. trick an effective and skilful way of doing something |
| 17648 |
If you want to see her, the trick is to go early. trick the trick is an effective and skilful way of doing something |
| 17649 |
He's familiar with all of an actor's bag of tricks. trick a bag box of tricks all of the special or secret methods that someone has to help them to achieve something |
| 17650 |
Her remedy certainly did the trick. trick do the trick to do what is needed in order to achieve something |
| 17651 |
She had a trick of pausing in the middle of sentences. trick have a trick of doing something to have a habit of doing a particular thing |
| 17652 |
Flattery is the oldest trick in the book, so don't fall for it! trick the oldest trick in the book a dishonest method of doing something that you know about because it has been used many times before |
| 17653 |
Ted's been working here for years – he could show most of us a trick or two. trick show teach someone a trick or two used for saying that you know a lot more about something than someone else does |
| 17654 |
There are a few tricks of the trade which will help you when painting a room. trick the tricks of the trade quick and effective methods used by experienced people in a particular profession |
| 17655 |
He tried every trick in the book to persuade her, but she still said no. trick try use every trick in the book to try or to use every possible method in order to achieve something |
| 17656 |
I see John is up to his old tricks bossing everyone around. trick up to your old usual tricks to be doing the same annoying or bad things that you usually do |
| 17657 |
I suddenly realized that I'd been tricked. trick to make someone believe something that is not true |
| 17658 |
He tricked me into believing that he was somebody famous. trick trick someone into doing something to make someone believe something that is not true |
| 17659 |
You're not the first person to be tricked out of your savings. trick trick someone out of something to make someone believe something that is not true |
| 17660 |
a trick question trick used for tricking someone |
| 17661 |
a trick knee trick used about a part of the body that is weak and that does not work the way it should |
| 17662 |
the disposal of nuclear waste at sea disposal disposal of the process of getting rid of something |
| 17663 |
A car and driver were placed at my disposal. disposal at your disposal available for you to use at any time |
| 17664 |
It's too far to walk, so I'll take a taxi. taxi take a taxi a car whose driver is paid to take you to a particular place, especially a fairly short distance |
| 17665 |
I tried to hail a taxi but they all sped past. taxi hail a taxi (=wave or shout at one to make it stop) a car whose driver is paid to take you to a particular place, especially a fairly short distance |
| 17666 |
Frances murmured an apology as she left. murmur to say something in a very quiet voice |
| 17667 |
He was murmuring in her ear. murmur to say something in a very quiet voice |
| 17668 |
The little stream murmured at the foot of the garden. murmur to make a quiet continuous sound |
| 17669 |
'Let's go,' he said in a low murmur. murmur something that is said in a very quiet voice |
| 17670 |
a murmur of dissent agreement discontent murmur a quiet expression of a feeling |
| 17671 |
a low murmur of voices murmur murmur of a quiet continuous sound |
| 17672 |
the soft murmur of the wind murmur a quiet continuous sound |
| 17673 |
a heart murmur murmur an unusual quiet sound made by your heart that may be a sign of disease or damage |
| 17674 |
He carried out her orders without a murmur. murmur without a murmur without complaining |
| 17675 |
The price dropped to 700 per tonne. tonne a unit for measuring weight, equal to 1,000 kilograms. A tonne is also called a metric ton |
| 17676 |
Qatar produced 20 million tonnes of oil in 1984. tonne tonne of a unit for measuring weight, equal to 1,000 kilograms. A tonne is also called a metric ton |
| 17677 |
Can you spell the word 'beautiful'? spell to know the letters of a word in the correct order |
| 17678 |
You've spelt my name wrong. spell to say or write the letters of a word in the correct order |
| 17679 |
Her writing is neat, but she can't spell. spell to have a good knowledge of the way that words are written |
| 17680 |
L-O-V-E spells 'love'. spell if a series of letters spells a word, they make that word. This is usually used by children and teachers |
| 17681 |
The news spelled the death of the US car industry. spell to show that something is going to happen, usually something bad |
| 17682 |
There's a determined look about him which can only spell trouble for his rivals. spell spell disaster trouble to show that something is going to happen, usually something bad |
| 17683 |
I'd better go spell Mitch for a couple of hours. spell to do someone's work for a short time, so that they can rest |
| 17684 |
a two-week spell in hospital spell a period of time, usually a short one |
| 17685 |
After a short spell in the army, I went to college. spell a brief short spell a period of time, usually a short one |
| 17686 |
A prolonged wet spell causes trouble for fruit farmers. spell a hot cold wet dry spell a period when there is a particular type of weather |
| 17687 |
He's had another of his dizzy spells. spell fainting dizzy spell a time when you suddenly feel ill |
| 17688 |
He was not the first man to fall under her spell. spell fall be under someone's spell a powerful influence on someone, usually an influence that makes them admire or obey another person |
| 17689 |
The beautiful island seemed to have cast a spell on him. spell cast a spell on someone a powerful influence on someone, usually an influence that makes them admire or obey another person |
| 17690 |
The witch cast a spell on him and turned him into a beast. spell cast put a spell on words or actions that are intended to make magic things happen |
| 17691 |
What did the princess do to break the spell? spell break the spell (=end it) words or actions that are intended to make magic things happen |
| 17692 |
I didn't mean to pry. I'm just curious. That's all. curious someone who is curious wants to find out about something |
| 17693 |
Children are curious about animals and how they live. curious curious about someone who is curious wants to find out about something |
| 17694 |
People were curious to know why the accident happened. curious curious to see hear know something someone who is curious wants to find out about something |
| 17695 |
She shot him a quick, curious look. curious a curious look glance used about someone's expression |
| 17696 |
a set of curious kitchen implements curious unusual and interesting |
| 17697 |
He felt a curious mixture of happiness and fear. curious unusual and interesting |
| 17698 |
It is rather curious that you've never mentioned this before. curious it is curious that unusual and interesting |
| 17699 |
I have still not received a satisfactory answer to my question. satisfactory good enough to be accepted in a particular situation |
| 17700 |
His work is far from satisfactory. satisfactory good enough to be accepted in a particular situation |
| 17701 |
The patient was said to be in a satisfactory condition. satisfactory good enough to be accepted in a particular situation |
| 17702 |
a satisfactory outcome conclusion arrangement result satisfactory enjoyable and pleasing |
| 17703 |
This new arrangement proved highly satisfactory to us all. satisfactory satisfactory to enjoyable and pleasing |
| 17704 |
They failed to perform satisfactorily. satisfactory |
| 17705 |
companies that were identical in most respects identical exactly the same |
| 17706 |
All the plants were grown under identical conditions. identical exactly the same |
| 17707 |
This house is almost identical to the one where I lived as a child. identical identical to with exactly the same |
| 17708 |
The boys were identically dressed in black suits. identical |
| 17709 |
Successful applicants will be notified by telephone. applicant someone who applies for something, such as a job or a loan of money |
| 17710 |
job applicants applicant someone who applies for something, such as a job or a loan of money |
| 17711 |
He has called for the removal of all foreign troops and bases in Europe. removal removal of the process of removing something or someone |
| 17712 |
removal of barriers in the way of free trade removal the process of removing something or someone |
| 17713 |
surgical removal of the tumour removal the process of removing something or someone |
| 17714 |
The consequences of failure would certainly mean her removal from office. removal removal from the process of making someone leave a job or position of power |
| 17715 |
They'll have to pay for my removal. removal the process of taking furniture from one property to another, especially when you move to another house or office |
| 17716 |
a removal firm man removal relating to removal |
| 17717 |
meat producers and processors processor a company that treats a food or another substance to make it ready for use |
| 17718 |
a loan processor processor someone whose job is to deal with particular documents |
| 17719 |
a flowered cotton dress cotton made from cotton cloth |
| 17720 |
a selection of pretty cottons cotton a material or piece of clothing made of cotton |
| 17721 |
fields of cotton cotton a plant grown in warm regions that has white fibres used for making cotton cloth |
| 17722 |
Get a needle and cotton and sew that button on. cotton thread used for sewing |
| 17723 |
The more intrusive advertisements become, the more they irritate Web users. irritate to make someone feel annoyed or impatient |
| 17724 |
It's the little things that begin to irritate you. irritate to make someone feel annoyed or impatient |
| 17725 |
The effects of the disease can only be reversed by a bone-marrow donation. reverse to change the order or development of events, a process, or a situation to be the opposite of what it was |
| 17726 |
The stock market reversed course and closed with a modest gain. reverse to change the order or development of events, a process, or a situation to be the opposite of what it was |
| 17727 |
The appeals court reversed his conviction and ordered his release. reverse to change a court decision to be the opposite of what it was |
| 17728 |
The new government set about reversing previous policies. reverse to change your views, policies etc to the opposite ones |
| 17729 |
She reversed into the parking space. reverse to go backwards in a vehicle, or to make a vehicle do this |
| 17730 |
You can reverse the jacket so that the pattern is on the outside. reverse to turn something so that the part that is usually on the outside is on the inside |
| 17731 |
He's always taught me, but now the roles are reversed and I can teach him. reverse to exchange your activities or status with that of another person |
| 17732 |
The situation is the reverse of what it seems. reverse the opposite of something |
| 17733 |
Quite the reverse is true. reverse the opposite of something |
| 17734 |
There's a picture of an eagle on the reverse of the coin. reverse the back side of a flat object |
| 17735 |
Put the car in reverse. reverse put something in reverse the position in which you put a gear in a vehicle to make it go backwards |
| 17736 |
Now arrange the numbers in reverse order. reverse opposite to what is usual or to what existed previously |
| 17737 |
He hesitated a moment, and then knocked on the door. hesitate to pause before doing something, or to do something very slowly, usually because you are nervous, embarrassed, or worried |
| 17738 |
My mother never hesitates to tell me when I look bad. hesitate hesitate to do something to pause before doing something, or to do something very slowly, usually because you are nervous, embarrassed, or worried |
| 17739 |
Don't hesitate to call me if you need any help. hesitate don't hesitate to do something used for encouraging someone to do something |
| 17740 |
In 1886 he was appointed professor of physics at the Royal College of Science, London. professor a senior teacher in a college or university. Someone begins as a lecturer, then becomes a senior lecturer, then sometimes a reader, and finally a professor |
| 17741 |
I've always admired her dedication and commitment. admire to have a feeling of great respect for someone or something |
| 17742 |
He was loved and admired by all of us. admire to have a feeling of great respect for someone or something |
| 17743 |
Altman is much admired for his technical skills. admire admire someone for something to have a feeling of great respect for someone or something |
| 17744 |
We stopped to admire the view. admire to look at someone or something that you think is beautiful or attractive |
| 17745 |
Some groups, namely students and pensioners, will benefit from the new tax. namely used for introducing more detailed information about a subject that you are discussing |
| 17746 |
He became president in 1999 under a new electoral system. electoral relating to elections |
| 17747 |
The government are promising electoral reform (=changes to the way elections are held) within five years. electoral relating to elections |
| 17748 |
It was the party's fourth electoral defeat. electoral relating to elections |
| 17749 |
Joe's delight in his children's achievements was beautiful to see. delight delight in a feeling of great happiness and pleasure |
| 17750 |
They would slide down the icy slopes, shrieking with delight. delight with in delight a feeling of great happiness and pleasure |
| 17751 |
To my great delight, she said yes. delight to someone's delight a feeling of great happiness and pleasure |
| 17752 |
I must say she was a delight to teach. delight be a delight something that gives you pleasure or happiness |
| 17753 |
Enjoy the delights of rural Spain. delight the delights of something something that gives you pleasure or happiness |
| 17754 |
He seemed to take great delight in embarrassing me. delight take (a) delight in (doing) something to enjoy something, or to enjoy doing something |
| 17755 |
His laid-back style delights the reader. delight to give someone a lot of enjoyment or pleasure |
| 17756 |
We were all delighted by the news. delight to give someone a lot of enjoyment or pleasure |
| 17757 |
He had some urgent business to attend to. urgent urgent things are things that you need to deal with immediately |
| 17758 |
The problem is becoming increasingly urgent. urgent urgent things are things that you need to deal with immediately |
| 17759 |
The refugees are in urgent need of food. urgent in urgent need of something urgent things are things that you need to deal with immediately |
| 17760 |
His newspaper published an urgent appeal to stop the killing. urgent urgent message appeal call urgent things are things that you need to deal with immediately |
| 17761 |
urgent aid to flood victims urgent used about things that are being done quickly in order to deal with a serious problem |
| 17762 |
an urgent review of safety procedures urgent used about things that are being done quickly in order to deal with a serious problem |
| 17763 |
Jean spoke, her voice low and urgent. urgent expressing the feeling of wanting something very much or wanting it immediately |
| 17764 |
New facilities are urgently needed. urgent |
| 17765 |
A man was waving urgently from a first-floor window. urgent |
| 17766 |
This revelation prompted the mayor's resignation. prompt to cause something to happen or be done |
| 17767 |
The birth of my first child prompted me to write this article. prompt prompt someone to do something to cause something to happen or be done |
| 17768 |
'But, what?' he prompted. prompt to encourage someone to speak or continue speaking |
| 17769 |
Without being prompted, she began to apologize. prompt to encourage someone to speak or continue speaking |
| 17770 |
We begin at 9.00 prompt. prompt at a particular time exactly |
| 17771 |
Prompt action is required. prompt immediate, or quick |
| 17772 |
Staff should be prompt in dealing with complaints. prompt immediate, or quick |
| 17773 |
The meeting got off to a prompt start at ten o'clock. prompt happening or arriving at exactly a particular time |
| 17774 |
He's over there, talking to his mates. mate a friend |
| 17775 |
Thanks, mate. mate used for talking in a friendly way to someone, especially a man |
| 17776 |
Do you tell your mate everything? mate someone's sexual partner |
| 17777 |
a plumber's mate mate a junior worker who works with someone who is more experienced |
| 17778 |
radiation exposure exposure the state of being put into a situation in which something harmful or dangerous might affect you |
| 17779 |
Even a small amount of exposure to the midday sun can cause burning. exposure exposure to the state of being put into a situation in which something harmful or dangerous might affect you |
| 17780 |
a journalist famous for his exposure of corruption within the government exposure exposure of the act of making something publicly known because you believe that it is wrong or illegal |
| 17781 |
Both candidates are getting a lot of exposure in the press. exposure things that are written or said about a person, product, event etc that make them well known |
| 17782 |
Two of the climbers died of exposure. exposure the harmful effect of very cold weather on your body |
| 17783 |
the exposure of the old carvings exposure the act of allowing something that was covered or hidden to be seen |
| 17784 |
the children's exposure to new ideas exposure exposure to the act of providing someone with the opportunity to experience new ideas, activities etc |
| 17785 |
a southern exposure exposure the direction in which a room, building, hill etc faces |
| 17786 |
a smooth, rich coffee with a distinctive flavour distinctive easy to recognize because of being different from other people or things of the same type |
| 17787 |
Good visuals and diagrams are the magazine's most distinctive features. distinctive a distinctive feature easy to recognize because of being different from other people or things of the same type |
| 17788 |
marginal changes marginal very small |
| 17789 |
marginal issues marginal not considered important or relevant |
| 17790 |
a marginal seat marginal won by very few votes |
| 17791 |
marginal notes marginal written in the margin of a page |
| 17792 |
structural damage structural related to the structure of something such as a building |
| 17793 |
The school needs major structural repairs. structural related to the structure of something such as a building |
| 17794 |
structural timber structural used for building |
| 17795 |
Structural changes were needed in the steel industry. structural related to the way that something such as an institution or economy is organized |
| 17796 |
Is the building structurally sound? structural |
| 17797 |
One of the men tied a rope to a tree. rope a type of very thick string that can be used for tying or pulling things |
| 17798 |
a rope of pearls rope a lot of small objects tied together on a string |
| 17799 |
It didn't take her new assistant long to learn the ropes. rope know learn the ropes to know or learn how to do something, especially a job |
| 17800 |
The opposition has the government on the ropes. rope on the ropes having serious problems, and likely to fail |
| 17801 |
He stumbled back against the ropes. rope the ropes the thick ropes that enclose an area that is used for boxing or wrestling |
| 17802 |
Jack has been here for years – he'll show you the ropes. rope show teach someone the ropes to teach someone how to do something, especially a job |
| 17803 |
Fortunately the climbers were roped together. rope to tie people or things together with a piece of rope |
| 17804 |
A jazz band provided the entertainment, while people ate and drank under the stars. entertainment performances that people enjoy |
| 17805 |
There will be entertainment and a buffet luncheon for a cost of 30. entertainment performances that people enjoy |
| 17806 |
The boy is making his mark in the entertainment business before he has even left school. entertainment entertainment business performances that people enjoy |
| 17807 |
The hotel sits in 400 acres of parkland. acre acre of a unit for measuring the surface area of land, equal to 4,047 square metres |
| 17808 |
Acres of newsprint have been devoted to the issue. acre acres of something a very large amount of something |
| 17809 |
Beth astonished her by refusing to help. astonish to surprise someone very much |
| 17810 |
It always astonished him that his children were not fonder of their grandfather. astonish astonish that to surprise someone very much |
| 17811 |
You greedy pig – you've eaten up all the food. pig an insulting word for someone who behaves in an unpleasant way |
| 17812 |
He's just an ignorant pig. pig an insulting word for someone who behaves in an unpleasant way |
| 17813 |
We had a pig of a game. pig something that is very difficult or unpleasant |
| 17814 |
They pigged themselves on ice cream. pig to eat an extremely large amount of food at one time |
| 17815 |
The news from the doctors is very encouraging. encouraging giving you confidence or hope |
| 17816 |
an encouraging smile encouraging giving you confidence or hope |
| 17817 |
Helen changed gear as she approached the junction. gear change gear the part of an engine that changes engine power into movement. Most cars in the UK have 5 or 6 gears that you operate yourself |
| 17818 |
At forty miles an hour you should be in fourth gear. gear first second etc gear the part of an engine that changes engine power into movement. Most cars in the UK have 5 or 6 gears that you operate yourself |
| 17819 |
Always use a low gear when driving down a steep hill. gear low high gear the part of an engine that changes engine power into movement. Most cars in the UK have 5 or 6 gears that you operate yourself |
| 17820 |
You'll ruin the gearbox if you keep grinding the gears like that. gear grind crash the gears (=make a noise when changing gear because you do not do it correctly) the part of an engine that changes engine power into movement. Most cars in the UK have 5 or 6 gears that you operate yourself |
| 17821 |
The car won't move unless you're in gear. gear in gear (=with one of the gears connected so that the power of the engine will make the wheels move) the part of an engine that changes engine power into movement. Most cars in the UK have 5 or 6 gears that you operate yourself |
| 17822 |
Take the car out of gear. gear out of gear (=with no gears connected) the part of an engine that changes engine power into movement. Most cars in the UK have 5 or 6 gears that you operate yourself |
| 17823 |
Don't forget to bring walking gear. gear the special clothes and equipment that you use for a particular activity |
| 17824 |
We took down the tent and packed all the gear away. gear the special clothes and equipment that you use for a particular activity |
| 17825 |
police dressed in riot gear gear the special clothes and equipment that you use for a particular activity |
| 17826 |
Firefighters with heavy lifting gear battled to free the survivors from the wreckage. gear a machine or part of a machine that does a particular job |
| 17827 |
Her electoral campaign is finally getting into gear. gear get click into gear to start working effectively or making progress |
| 17828 |
Suddenly my brain clicked into gear and I realized what was happening. gear get click into gear to start working effectively or making progress |
| 17829 |
They suffered five straight defeats, just as their rivals clicked into top gear. gear in into top gear working very fast or effectively |
| 17830 |
Both teams stepped up a gear in the second half. gear move shift up a gear to start working much more effectively or quickly, or with more energy |
| 17831 |
Can you sort this thing out? It's putting my system right out of gear. gear put throw something out of gear to stop something from working as it should |
| 17832 |
The museum is geared towards children. gear gear toward to prepare something or make it suitable for a particular situation, group, or use |
| 17833 |
We were geared for the visit and are disappointed that it was cancelled. gear gear for to prepare something or make it suitable for a particular situation, group, or use |
| 17834 |
We are gearing the company for ever-increasing demand. gear gear something for something to prepare something or make it suitable for a particular situation, group, or use |
| 17835 |
The committee is not geared to carrying out regular school inspections. gear gear something to do doing something to prepare something or make it suitable for a particular situation, group, or use |
| 17836 |
our second wedding anniversary anniversary a date when you celebrate something that happened in a previous year that is important to you |
| 17837 |
There was a concert to mark the 10th anniversary of Mandela's release from jail. anniversary a date when you celebrate something that happened in a previous year that is important to you |
| 17838 |
a grocery basket grocery relating to groceries or grocer's shops |
| 17839 |
grocery items grocery relating to groceries or grocer's shops |
| 17840 |
a ceremony to honour those who died in the war ceremony a formal public event with special traditions, actions, or words |
| 17841 |
an awards ceremony ceremony a formal public event with special traditions, actions, or words |
| 17842 |
They celebrated Easter with lavish ceremony. ceremony the formal traditions, actions, or words used to celebrate a traditional or religious event |
| 17843 |
Dumping the report on his desk without ceremony, she turned and walked out. ceremony without ceremony in a quick, informal, and sometimes impolite way |
| 17844 |
The boy rubbed his eyes sleepily. rub to press and move your hands or an object over a surface |
| 17845 |
Rub the skins of the peppers off when they have softened. rub rub something off something to press and move your hands or an object over a surface |
| 17846 |
Scott gently rubbed her back until the pain went away. rub to move your hand backwards and forwards across a part of someone's body while pressing firmly, especially because that part of the body hurts |
| 17847 |
He rubbed the dirt off the number plate with his sleeve. rub rub something off something to move something such as a cloth backwards and forwards across a surface to clean it, dry it, or make it smooth |
| 17848 |
The cat rubbed its cheek against my leg. rub rub something against something to press and move one object against another or against a surface |
| 17849 |
Rub your hands together, it will help you to stay warm. rub rub something together to press and move one object against another or against a surface |
| 17850 |
The cow rubbed against the fence. rub to press and move against an object or a surface |
| 17851 |
Cindy's new shoes were rubbing and giving her blisters. rub to hurt or damage something by continuously pressing and moving against it |
| 17852 |
She rubbed some tanning oil on his back. rub rub something on something to spread a liquid or substance onto the surface of something |
| 17853 |
Rub the chicken with garlic before putting it in the oven. rub rub something with something to spread a liquid or substance onto the surface of something |
| 17854 |
She's rubbed shoulders with millionaires. rub rub shoulders with someone to meet and talk to important or famous people |
| 17855 |
Laura has a habit of rubbing people up the wrong way. rub rub someone up the wrong way to do or say things that annoy someone |
| 17856 |
a rub on the back rub the action of rubbing part of the body |
| 17857 |
a foot rub rub the action of rubbing part of the body |
| 17858 |
It is the government's intention to break up all monopolies. monopoly a company that has complete control of the product or service it provides because it is the only company that provides it |
| 17859 |
The company has a virtual monopoly on tea sales. monopoly a virtual near monopoly complete control over something by one organization or person |
| 17860 |
He did not enjoy an absolute monopoly. monopoly enjoy exercise have hold a monopoly complete control over something by one organization or person |
| 17861 |
Celebrities don't have a monopoly on being interesting. monopoly have a monopoly on something that only one person or group of people has |
| 17862 |
Earthquake victims have been forced to flee their homes. flee to escape from a dangerous situation or place very quickly |
| 17863 |
Police caught up with one of the gang, but the other three fled. flee to escape from a dangerous situation or place very quickly |
| 17864 |
Thousands of refugees had fled across the border to Albania. flee flee across from to into to escape from a dangerous situation or place very quickly |
| 17865 |
Knowing about our past does not automatically yield solutions to our current problems. yield to produce something useful such as information or evidence |
| 17866 |
The search for truth is beginning to yield fruitful results. yield yield results benefits to produce something useful such as information or evidence |
| 17867 |
The combined investment is expected to yield 5,000 in the first year. yield to make a profit |
| 17868 |
This figure could yield a return high enough to provide a healthy pension. yield yield a profit return to make a profit |
| 17869 |
The sport should not yield to every demand that the television companies make. yield yield to to finally agree to do what someone else wants you to do |
| 17870 |
He paused a moment before yielding to angry resentment. yield yield to to stop controlling yourself and finally do something that you were trying not to do |
| 17871 |
The following year, control of the industry was yielded to the government. yield to give something to someone else |
| 17872 |
We struggled with the lid, but it wouldn't yield. yield if something yields when you push or pull it, it moves or bends |
| 17873 |
increased crop yields produced on some farms yield an amount of something that is produced |
| 17874 |
a yield of over 12% on overseas investments yield an amount of something that is produced |
| 17875 |
Customers can get huge discounts by booking in advance. discount a reduction in the price of something |
| 17876 |
Air Canada are currently offering a 10% discount on selected airfares. discount discount on off a reduction in the price of something |
| 17877 |
All tickets are now available at a discount. discount at a discount (=at less than the usual price) a reduction in the price of something |
| 17878 |
All sale items have been heavily discounted. discount to reduce the price of something |
| 17879 |
Police have discounted the possibility that this was a terrorist attack. discount discount the possibility to consider that something is not important, possible, or likely |
| 17880 |
The business was owned by my uncle. uncle the brother of one of your parents, or the husband of your aunt. You are his niece or nephew |
| 17881 |
a letter from Uncle Richard uncle the brother of one of your parents, or the husband of your aunt. You are his niece or nephew |
| 17882 |
How long have you known Uncle Phil and Auntie Carol? uncle used by children in front of the name of a man who is a close friend of their parents |
| 17883 |
an audit of transport services for the elderly audit a careful examination of something, especially one done to find the amount, size, or effectiveness of something |
| 17884 |
A committee will audit the department's performance. audit to examine something carefully, especially to decide on its effectiveness |
| 17885 |
a gas nuclear explosion explosion an occasion when something bursts with a lot of force and a loud noise, often causing damage |
| 17886 |
killed in a car bomb explosion explosion an occasion when something bursts with a lot of force and a loud noise, often causing damage |
| 17887 |
An explosion of methane gas demolished a pensioner's house on Saturday. explosion explosion of an occasion when something bursts with a lot of force and a loud noise, often causing damage |
| 17888 |
the underground explosion of nuclear devices explosion explosion of the process by which something is made to explode |
| 17889 |
a wage explosion explosion a very large increase in the size, amount, or importance of something over a very short period of time |
| 17890 |
There has been a recent explosion of interest in the sport. explosion explosion of a very large increase in the size, amount, or importance of something over a very short period of time |
| 17891 |
the explosion in oil prices explosion explosion in a very large increase in the size, amount, or importance of something over a very short period of time |
| 17892 |
his sudden explosion of anger explosion explosion of a sudden violent expression of a strong emotion |
| 17893 |
The music started with a sudden explosion of sound. explosion explosion of a sudden loud noise |
| 17894 |
a contrary view opinion contrary completely different or opposed to something else |
| 17895 |
The introduction of such a tax would be contrary to our policy. contrary contrary to completely different or opposed to something else |
| 17896 |
Contrary to expectations, the level of retail sales fell in January. contrary contrary to something used for emphasizing that something is true, even though it is opposite to what other people say or believe |
| 17897 |
Contrary to popular belief, the animals do not often attack humans. contrary contrary to popular belief used for emphasizing that something is true, even though it is opposite to what other people say or believe |
| 17898 |
a war crimes tribunal tribunal a special law court organized to judge a particular case |
| 17899 |
She quickly swallowed the rest of her coffee. swallow to make food or drink go from your mouth down through your throat and into your stomach |
| 17900 |
I had a sore throat and it hurt to swallow. swallow to make food or drink go from your mouth down through your throat and into your stomach |
| 17901 |
Tim swallowed nervously before replying. swallow to make a movement in your throat as if you are swallowing food |
| 17902 |
I found the film's ending a bit hard to swallow. swallow to believe something that is unlikely to be true |
| 17903 |
He finally had to swallow his pride and ask for help. swallow swallow your pride disappointment anger etc to not show your feelings and to not allow them to affect the way that you behave |
| 17904 |
The courses typically last for three days. typically usually |
| 17905 |
The workers are typically middle-aged men. typically usually |
| 17906 |
They have a typically English lifestyle. typically with the typical qualities or features of a particular group of people |
| 17907 |
Typically, Elaine was half an hour late. typically as you might expect from a particular person |
| 17908 |
He was typically vague about the amount of money involved. typically as you might expect from a particular person |
| 17909 |
The house was infested with rats. rat an animal like a large mouse with a long tail |
| 17910 |
diseases spread by rats rat an animal like a large mouse with a long tail |
| 17911 |
rat poison rat an animal like a large mouse with a long tail |
| 17912 |
I can't back someone who rats on his promises. rat to not do something that you promised to do |
| 17913 |
linen cotton cloth cloth material used for making clothes, curtains etc that is made by weaving fibres together |
| 17914 |
steel cable cable strong thick metal rope |
| 17915 |
The company broadcasts on satellite and cable. cable cable television |
| 17916 |
Please don't interrupt her while she's working. interrupt to say or do something to stop someone when they are speaking or concentrating on something |
| 17917 |
She tried to explain, but he interrupted her in mid-sentence. interrupt to say or do something to stop someone when they are speaking or concentrating on something |
| 17918 |
At the tennis championships, rain interrupted play for an hour this afternoon. interrupt to make something stop for a period of time |
| 17919 |
The huge open space was interrupted only by two steel columns. interrupt if something interrupts something such as a line or a surface, it stops it from being continuous |
| 17920 |
He sat by the fire staring at the flames. flame the brightly burning gas that you see coming from a fire |
| 17921 |
The whole building was soon in flames. flame in flames (=burning) the brightly burning gas that you see coming from a fire |
| 17922 |
A car had overturned and burst into flames. flame burst into go up in erupt in flames the brightly burning gas that you see coming from a fire |
| 17923 |
Bryan smothered the flames with his coat. flame douse smother extinguish the flames (=stop a fire burning) the brightly burning gas that you see coming from a fire |
| 17924 |
a flame of passion anger desire hope flame flame of a sudden strong feeling |
| 17925 |
His cheeks flamed. flame if your face flames, it becomes red, especially because you are embarrassed or angry |
| 17926 |
The election ended in controversy, with allegations of widespread vote-rigging. controversy a disagreement, especially about a public policy or a moral issue that a lot of people have strong feelings about |
| 17927 |
the recent controversy over the rates banks charge for exchanging currencies controversy controversy over about a disagreement, especially about a public policy or a moral issue that a lot of people have strong feelings about |
| 17928 |
The decision to allow more cars on the ferry was sure to spark controversy. controversy create spark stir cause controversy a disagreement, especially about a public policy or a moral issue that a lot of people have strong feelings about |
| 17929 |
What's Elizabeth rabbiting on about? rabbit rabbit on to talk about something for a long time so that people feel bored or annoyed |
| 17930 |
Many of these expressions now form part of everyday conversation. everyday very common or completely normal, and often not very interesting |
| 17931 |
Most people now accept that computers are a part of everyday life. everyday everyday life very common or completely normal, and often not very interesting |
| 17932 |
She denied the latest allegations. allegation deny allegations (=say they are not true) a statement that someone has done something wrong or illegal even though this has not been proved |
| 17933 |
allegations of fraud and corruption allegation allegation of a statement that someone has done something wrong or illegal even though this has not been proved |
| 17934 |
There were allegations that the film encouraged violence. allegation allegation that a statement that someone has done something wrong or illegal even though this has not been proved |
| 17935 |
I gather you've been making allegations about your neighbour. allegation make allegations against about someone a statement that someone has done something wrong or illegal even though this has not been proved |
| 17936 |
They all stripped and ran into the water. strip to take off all of your clothes or all of another person's clothes |
| 17937 |
Josh was stripped to the waist (=naked above the waist). strip to take off all of your clothes or all of another person's clothes |
| 17938 |
The soldiers were forced to strip naked in freezing temperatures. strip strip naked to take off all of your clothes or all of another person's clothes |
| 17939 |
She made money stripping in bars. strip to take off your clothes as entertainment |
| 17940 |
We spent the weekend stripping wallpaper. strip to remove something that covers something |
| 17941 |
The wind had stripped the leaves from the trees. strip strip something off from something to remove something that covers something |
| 17942 |
They stripped the prisoners of weapons and cash. strip strip someone of something to take something away using force or authority |
| 17943 |
Thieves had stripped the car when police found it. strip to remove everything useful from a room or a vehicle |
| 17944 |
a strip of tape strip a piece of something such as cloth, paper, or grass that is much longer than it is wide |
| 17945 |
Cut the turkey into strips. strip a piece of something such as cloth, paper, or grass that is much longer than it is wide |
| 17946 |
The airport is built on a low-lying strip of land. strip a long narrow area of land |
| 17947 |
the French away strip (=worn by French players for games outside France) strip a uniform worn by the players in a team |
| 17948 |
political economic social stability stability a situation in which things happen as they should and there are no harmful changes |
| 17949 |
The rise of nationalism could threaten the stability of Europe. stability a situation in which things happen as they should and there are no harmful changes |
| 17950 |
The manager's first task is to bring some stability to the team. stability a situation in which things happen as they should and there are no harmful changes |
| 17951 |
The programme helps people with mental illness regain stability. stability a condition in which someone's mind or emotional state is healthy |
| 17952 |
The new covering will not affect the stability of the roof structure. stability the ability of something to remain balanced and not fall or shake |
| 17953 |
The tide of public opinion is moving towards tighter planning controls. tide the tide of opinion sentiment a tendency of people to think or feel in a particular way |
| 17954 |
the tide of history prosperity tide a tendency of events to develop in a particular way |
| 17955 |
The police are fighting against a rising tide of crime. tide a rising tide of something an increase in the amount or strength of something, especially something that you must oppose |
| 17956 |
This rule was used to stem the tide of imported videos. tide stem the tide (of something) to stop something from increasing or continuing |
| 17957 |
The tide seems to have turned against the government. tide the tide turns used for saying that people's opinion or a situation is changing |
| 17958 |
He claimed that his government was turning the tide in the war against drugs. tide turn the tide to change a situation, especially so that you begin to win instead of losing |
| 17959 |
Could you lend me 50 to tide me over until pay day? tide tide over to help someone to get to the end of a difficult period of time, especially by giving them money until they can get some more |
| 17960 |
a children's book with beautiful illustrations illustration a picture, drawing, or photograph used for decorating a book or explaining something |
| 17961 |
The illustration shows the correct grip to use. illustration a picture, drawing, or photograph used for decorating a book or explaining something |
| 17962 |
The project provides a good illustration of how people can work together. illustration give provide an illustration an example, event, fact etc that shows that something else is true, or shows what something is like |
| 17963 |
By way of illustration, he described the loneliness felt when a partner dies. illustration by way of illustration (=as an example) an example, event, fact etc that shows that something else is true, or shows what something is like |
| 17964 |
a special report from our political correspondent John Sergeant correspondent a newspaper or television reporter, especially one who deals with a particular subject or area |
| 17965 |
They've devised a scheme to allow students to study part-time. devise to invent a method of doing something |
| 17966 |
a strong, determined woman determined not willing to let anything prevent you from doing what you have decided to do |
| 17967 |
I was determined to make it as a jazz musician. determined determined to do something not willing to let anything prevent you from doing what you have decided to do |
| 17968 |
Baxter is determined that this year things will be different. determined determined (that) not willing to let anything prevent you from doing what you have decided to do |
| 17969 |
determined opposition resistance determined showing that you are not willing to let anything prevent you from doing what you have decided to do |
| 17970 |
a determined effort to fight to the bitter end determined a determined effort attempt attack showing that you are not willing to let anything prevent you from doing what you have decided to do |
| 17971 |
She hadn't bothered to brush her hair. brush brush your hair teeth to make something clean or tidy using a brush |
| 17972 |
How often do you brush your teeth? brush to make something clean or tidy using a brush |
| 17973 |
Let me brush the dust off your jacket. brush brush something off from something to remove something from an object using a brush |
| 17974 |
If you get paint in your hair, you won't be able to brush it out. brush brush something out to remove something from an object using a brush |
| 17975 |
Brush the lacquer on thinly. brush to apply a liquid to a surface using a brush |
| 17976 |
Brush the cut surfaces with the lemon juice. brush brush something with something to apply a liquid to a surface using a brush |
| 17977 |
Her sleeve brushed the wall. brush to touch someone or something for a very short time when you go past them |
| 17978 |
She brushed past him. brush brush past against to touch someone or something for a very short time when you go past them |
| 17979 |
He brushed her lips with his mouth. brush to touch someone or something very gently |
| 17980 |
Maggie brushed away her tears as she listened. brush brush something away to remove something by moving your hands quickly over a surface |
| 17981 |
We had to brush the snow off the windscreen. brush brush something from off something to remove something by moving your hands quickly over a surface |
| 17982 |
Remove any loose dirt using a soft brush. brush an object used for painting, cleaning things, or making your hair tidy. It consists of a handle with stiff fibres or thin short pieces of plastic or wire called bristles that are fixed to it |
| 17983 |
a wire brush brush an object used for painting, cleaning things, or making your hair tidy. It consists of a handle with stiff fibres or thin short pieces of plastic or wire called bristles that are fixed to it |
| 17984 |
I'll give my teeth a brush before we leave. brush give something a brush an instance of making something clean or tidy using a brush |
| 17985 |
the brush of his hand against her arm brush a very gentle movement against something |
| 17986 |
He'd had a few brushes with the law, but nothing serious. brush brush with a short experience of a dangerous or unpleasant situation |
| 17987 |
We'd had a brush with death that left us terrified. brush a short experience of a dangerous or unpleasant situation |
| 17988 |
He turned out to be the man she'd had the brush with when she first arrived. brush a short argument or minor disagreement with someone |
| 17989 |
The deer disappeared into the brush. brush an area of land with small trees and bushes growing on it |
| 17990 |
a brush fire brush an area of land with small trees and bushes growing on it |
| 17991 |
The upward adjustment in salaries reflects the current rate of inflation. adjustment a change in something that makes it better, more accurate, or more effective |
| 17992 |
We'll see how this schedule works; then we'll make adjustments as necessary. adjustment make adjustments a change in something that makes it better, more accurate, or more effective |
| 17993 |
controversial plans to build a new motorway controversial a controversial subject, opinion, or decision is one that people disagree about or do not approve of |
| 17994 |
We tried to stay away from controversial topics at the dinner party. controversial a controversial issue topic proposal decision a controversial subject, opinion, or decision is one that people disagree about or do not approve of |
| 17995 |
The president's wife was a powerful and controversial figure. controversial sometimes used about a person, especially a person in public life |
| 17996 |
Is this milk organic? organic organic food or drink is produced using only a small number of artificial chemicals |
| 17997 |
organic apples organic organic food or drink is produced using only a small number of artificial chemicals |
| 17998 |
organic farming farmers techniques organic used for describing methods of farming and food production that use only a small number of artificial chemicals |
| 17999 |
organic material waste matter organic connected with, produced by, or obtained from living things |
| 18000 |
Together, these elements make an organic whole. organic consisting of different parts that all fit together well |
| 18001 |
The business has expanded through organic growth, rather than by taking over other companies. organic happening or developing in a natural and continuous process |
| 18002 |
There was some evidence of organic degeneration caused by alcohol abuse. organic connected with the body's organs |
| 18003 |
The children thoroughly enjoyed the show. thoroughly very much |
| 18004 |
You should be thoroughly ashamed of yourself. thoroughly very much |
| 18005 |
I thoroughly agree. thoroughly very much |
| 18006 |
The case will be thoroughly studied before any decision is made. thoroughly very carefully, so that nothing is missed |
| 18007 |
Let the paint dry thoroughly before applying the next coat. thoroughly completely |
| 18008 |
The point-and-click interface made life easier for users. interface a point in a computer system where information passes from one part of the system to another or from the computer to the person using it |
| 18009 |
the interface between the Bank of England and other sectors of the economy interface interface between a place where people or things meet each other, or a thing that connects them |
| 18010 |
the historic city of York historic a historic place is important because it is old and interesting or impressive |
| 18011 |
areas of special architectural or historic interest historic a historic place is important because it is old and interesting or impressive |
| 18012 |
Tourists like to visit historic monuments such as Stonehenge and Westminster Abbey. historic historic monument building a historic place is important because it is old and interesting or impressive |
| 18013 |
a collection of historic aircraft historic historic objects are old and of historical importance |
| 18014 |
the president's historic visit to Vietnam historic a historic event or time will be recorded in history because it is very important |
| 18015 |
What really appalled us was the racist nature of his speech. appal to shock or offend someone very much |
| 18016 |
a Hindu Buddhist Sikh temple temple a building used for worship in some religions, typically religions other than Christianity |
| 18017 |
an ancient Greek Roman Egyptian temple temple a building used for worship in some religions, typically religions other than Christianity |
| 18018 |
He pulled a wicker chair into the shade. shade a slightly dark area where the light from the sun does not reach because it is blocked by something |
| 18019 |
I spent the afternoon reading under the shade of an umbrella. shade shade of a slightly dark area where the light from the sun does not reach because it is blocked by something |
| 18020 |
We sat in the shade and ate our lunch. shade in the shade a slightly dark area where the light from the sun does not reach because it is blocked by something |
| 18021 |
an eye shade shade a screen or cover that protects something from the sun |
| 18022 |
The painter used different textures and shades to represent the seasons. shade a particular form of a colour. For example sky blue and navy blue are shades of blue |
| 18023 |
a brilliant shade of red shade a particular form of a colour. For example sky blue and navy blue are shades of blue |
| 18024 |
All shades of political opinion were represented. shade a slightly different form or type of something |
| 18025 |
Look at all these kids' games – shades of my childhood. shade shade of something that reminds someone of another person, thing, or period of time |
| 18026 |
A shade less than 50 per cent approve of the idea. shade a very small amount |
| 18027 |
Hong Kong's metro really puts our public transport system in the shade. shade put someone something in the shade to be so impressive that someone or something else becomes less impressive or interesting by comparison |
| 18028 |
Jeremy shaded his aching eyes, and wished it would rain. shade to keep light from shining directly onto or into something |
| 18029 |
The areas affected by the flood have been shaded on the map. shade to make an area of a picture or drawing darker than the other areas |
| 18030 |
the promotion of traditional Egyptian arts and crafts craft a traditional skill of making things by hand, for example furniture or jewellery |
| 18031 |
skilled craft workers craft a traditional skill of making things by hand, for example furniture or jewellery |
| 18032 |
a display of local crafts craft something produced skilfully by hand, for example a plate or a piece of furniture |
| 18033 |
a craft fair craft something produced skilfully by hand, for example a plate or a piece of furniture |
| 18034 |
We passed several other craft on the river. craft a boat or ship |
| 18035 |
The great preachers were masters of their craft. craft the skill needed for a particular profession |
| 18036 |
finely crafted leather goods craft to make or produce something skilfully |
| 18037 |
There have been many attempts to craft a permanent peace settlement. craft to make or produce something skilfully |
| 18038 |
hand-crafted furniture craft hand-crafted (=made by hand, not by a machine) to make or produce something skilfully |
| 18039 |
She goes to nursery every day now. nursery a nursery school |
| 18040 |
a nursery teacher nursery relating to a nursery school |
| 18041 |
nursery education nursery relating to a nursery school |
| 18042 |
a nursery class nursery relating to a nursery school |
| 18043 |
The children usually have tea in the nursery. nursery a child's bedroom, or a room in a home where children play |
| 18044 |
Do you play the piano? piano a large musical instrument with a row of black and white keys that produce notes when you press them. Someone who plays the piano is usually called a pianist, but someone who plays popular music or jazz can also be called a piano player |
| 18045 |
She was accompanied by Helen on piano. piano a large musical instrument with a row of black and white keys that produce notes when you press them. Someone who plays the piano is usually called a pianist, but someone who plays popular music or jazz can also be called a piano player |
| 18046 |
a desirable place to live desirable something that is desirable has qualities that make you want it |
| 18047 |
a highly desirable present for any child desirable highly desirable something that is desirable has qualities that make you want it |
| 18048 |
It is hardly desirable to sell alcohol at petrol stations. desirable used for saying that you would like something to happen |
| 18049 |
It is desirable for every country to have access to the sea. desirable be desirable for someone something to do something used for saying that you would like something to happen |
| 18050 |
She seems to lack assurance. assurance a feeling or attitude of confidence |
| 18051 |
He said it with complete assurance. assurance a feeling or attitude of being certain that something is true |
| 18052 |
Make sure you get some kind of written assurance. assurance a statement that something will happen or is true, made in order to remove any doubt about it |
| 18053 |
This court does not have jurisdiction over crimes committed in another state. jurisdiction have jurisdiction over someone something the right or power to make legal decisions |
| 18054 |
The High Court has no jurisdiction to hear the appeal. jurisdiction have the no jurisdiction to do something the right or power to make legal decisions |
| 18055 |
a crime which is outside the jurisdiction of the British legal system jurisdiction within outside someone's jurisdiction the right or power to make legal decisions |
| 18056 |
The system is used in several European jurisdictions, for example, Germany and Holland. jurisdiction a country or area in which a particular legal system operates |
| 18057 |
Political parties are not allowed to advertise on TV. advertise to try to persuade people to buy a product or service by announcing it on television, on the Internet, in newspapers etc |
| 18058 |
The perfume has been advertised in all the major women's magazines. advertise to try to persuade people to buy a product or service by announcing it on television, on the Internet, in newspapers etc |
| 18059 |
This job was advertised in the local paper. advertise to invite people to apply for a job by announcing it in a newspaper, on the Internet etc |
| 18060 |
We need to advertise for a new chef. advertise advertise for to invite people to apply for a job by announcing it in a newspaper, on the Internet etc |
| 18061 |
It's best not to advertise your own shortcomings. advertise to tell people something that should be kept secret |
| 18062 |
The harbour lights were visible across the bay. bay an area of the coast where the land curves inwards |
| 18063 |
the cargo bay bay an area in a plane or ship that is used for carrying goods or equipment |
| 18064 |
Doctors recommend Vitamin C for keeping colds at bay. bay keep hold something at bay to prevent something serious, dangerous, or unpleasant from affecting you |
| 18065 |
a baying crowd of tabloid reporters bay to shout or ask for something in an angry threatening way, especially when you want someone to be punished |
| 18066 |
An angry mob was surging around the palace, baying for blood. bay bay for to shout or ask for something in an angry threatening way, especially when you want someone to be punished |
| 18067 |
Specifications require ceilings to be 15 feet high. specification an exact measurement or detailed plan about how something is to be made |
| 18068 |
children with learning disabilities disability a condition in which someone is not able to use a part of their body or brain properly, for example because of an injury |
| 18069 |
a protest against cuts in disability benefits disability disability allowance benefit (=money that someone with a disability receives from the government) a condition in which someone is not able to use a part of their body or brain properly, for example because of an injury |
| 18070 |
a presidential election campaign candidate presidential relating to a president |
| 18071 |
presidential candidates presidential relating to a president |
| 18072 |
A large crowd converged on the presidential palace. presidential relating to a president |
| 18073 |
Gore tried to look presidential, hosting the German chancellor on Capitol Hill. presidential like a president, especially in seeming very confident and experienced |
| 18074 |
Help came from an unexpected quarter. unexpected something that is unexpected is surprising, because you did not expect it at all, or you expected it to happen in a different way |
| 18075 |
Her divorce was totally unexpected. unexpected something that is unexpected is surprising, because you did not expect it at all, or you expected it to happen in a different way |
| 18076 |
His response was unexpectedly positive. unexpected |
| 18077 |
Their problems started when the President unexpectedly vetoed the bill. unexpected |
| 18078 |
A local call only costs a few pence. penny a small unit of money in the UK There are 100 pence in one pound |
| 18079 |
He had saved up a jarful of old pennies. penny a small coin in the UK worth one penny |
| 18080 |
It's worth every penny. penny every penny all of an amount of money |
| 18081 |
She married a poor writer without a penny to his name. penny not have a penny to your name to have no money |
| 18082 |
It's not worth a penny. penny a penny used in negative statements to mean no money at all |
| 18083 |
He never gave us a penny. penny a penny used in negative statements to mean no money at all |
| 18084 |
False friends are ten a penny. penny ten a penny very common and therefore not worth a lot |
| 18085 |
She knows how much she spends, to the penny. penny to the penny calculated exactly |
| 18086 |
Tom was the bad penny that always turned up. penny turn up like a bad penny if someone who you do not like turns up like a bad penny, they always seem to appear in situations where you do not want them |
| 18087 |
My dad would give you his last penny. penny your last penny all the money that you have left |
| 18088 |
The whole family came for our anniversary celebration. celebration a party or special event at which you celebrate something such as a birthday or a religious holiday |
| 18089 |
The town's centennial celebrations will begin with a parade. celebration a party or special event at which you celebrate something such as a birthday or a religious holiday |
| 18090 |
It was a night of dancing and celebration. celebration the activity of celebrating something |
| 18091 |
He's having a party in celebration of his 84th birthday. celebration in celebration of something the activity of celebrating something |
| 18092 |
The ceremony will be a celebration of his life. celebration an occasion when you show your admiration of someone or something |
| 18093 |
a company with gross revenues of 50,000,000 gross a gross amount of money is the total amount before taxes or costs have been taken out |
| 18094 |
In 1984 women earned only 66 per cent of men's gross weekly earnings. gross a gross amount of money is the total amount before taxes or costs have been taken out |
| 18095 |
They were accused of gross negligence. gross gross negligence mismanagement gross actions are extremely bad and are considered immoral by most people |
| 18096 |
That is a gross distortion of the truth. gross extreme and unreasonable |
| 18097 |
The new film grossed an estimated $36.4 million at the box office. gross to earn a particular amount of money before taxes or costs have been taken out |
| 18098 |
He earned 60,000 gross. gross earned before anything such as taxes or costs have been taken out |
| 18099 |
At the end of the speech everyone clapped. clap to hit your hands together many times to show that you liked something or admire someone |
| 18100 |
The children clapped their hands in excitement. clap to hit your hands together, for example to get someone's attention or because you are happy |
| 18101 |
He had to clap his hands over his ears to shut out the noise. clap to suddenly put something somewhere |
| 18102 |
Clap hold of my bag for a minute while I lock the door. clap clap hold of to quickly take hold of someone or something |
| 18103 |
Let's give Molly a clap. clap give someone a clap an action of hitting your hands together, usually many times, to show enjoyment or admiration |
| 18104 |
There was another clap of thunder, and the lightning flashed again. clap a clap of thunder a sudden loud sound |
| 18105 |
The Hotel Gardesana offers superb views of the lake. superb of the highest quality |
| 18106 |
a superb cook superb of the highest quality |
| 18107 |
He played superbly, scoring 52 runs in 45 minutes. superb |
| 18108 |
a superbly written novel superb |
| 18109 |
Under the law, everyone is considered innocent until proved guilty. innocent not guilty of a crime |
| 18110 |
the imprisonment of innocent people innocent not guilty of a crime |
| 18111 |
She was completely innocent of any crime. innocent innocent of a crime charge not guilty of a crime |
| 18112 |
the innocent victims of terrorism innocent used about someone who is harmed by a crime or a bad situation, but has done nothing wrong |
| 18113 |
an innocent remark innocent not intended to harm or upset anyone |
| 18114 |
an innocent mistake innocent not involving a crime or anything morally wrong |
| 18115 |
an innocent child innocent not very experienced concerning life and the bad things that people do so that you tend to trust people too much |
| 18116 |
She can't be as innocent as she seems. innocent morally good and with no wish to harm anyone |
| 18117 |
The affair had begun innocently enough. innocent |
| 18118 |
I was a complete innocent in the cutthroat world of high finance. innocent someone who has little experience of life and the bad things that people do so that they tend to trust people too much |
| 18119 |
She leapt to her feet (=suddenly stood up) when she saw me. leap to move somewhere suddenly and quickly |
| 18120 |
The suspect was seen leaping into a car and speeding off. leap leap into out of from something to move somewhere suddenly and quickly |
| 18121 |
He leapt out of bed. leap to move somewhere suddenly and quickly |
| 18122 |
People were forced to leap to safety from the burning building. leap to jump into the air or over a long distance |
| 18123 |
She leapt into the air with joy. leap leap into from onto to jump into the air or over a long distance |
| 18124 |
The horse leapt the fence and galloped off down the track. leap to jump over something |
| 18125 |
Sales have leapt 43% this quarter. leap to suddenly improve, increase, or progress |
| 18126 |
The action then leaps forward to 1989, when Rose is an elderly woman. leap to suddenly change to another time or situation, for example in a film |
| 18127 |
Klein leapt at the chance to appear in the show. leap leap at the chance opportunity offer to accept something quickly and in an enthusiastic way |
| 18128 |
As the King approached, photographers leapt into action. leap leap into action to suddenly start doing something |
| 18129 |
His name just leapt off the page at me. leap leap off the page to be immediately obvious, or to immediately get your attention |
| 18130 |
Officials leapt to the defence of Mr Evans and promised to stand by him. leap leap to someone's defence to quickly say or do something in order to help someone who is being criticized |
| 18131 |
a record-breaking leap of 2.04 metres leap a jump, especially one that is long or high |
| 18132 |
The angry monkey crossed the cage with a flying leap. leap a flying leap (=high into the air) a jump, especially one that is long or high |
| 18133 |
a huge leap in the price of fuel leap leap in a sudden increase or improvement |
| 18134 |
Most publishing companies have made the leap into multimedia. leap a big change in the way that you think or in what you do |
| 18135 |
Moving to a place where I knew no one was a big leap for me. leap a big change in the way that you think or in what you do |
| 18136 |
Murray has been working hard at his game and has progressed by leaps and bounds. leap by in leaps and bounds used for saying that someone or something improves or increases a lot |
| 18137 |
a former British colony colony a country that is controlled by another country |
| 18138 |
a leper colony colony a group of people of a particular type who live in a particular place |
| 18139 |
a colony of artists, writers, and craftsmen colony a group of people of a particular type who live in a particular place |
| 18140 |
He suffered serious wounds to his back and stomach. wound an injury in which your skin or flesh is damaged, usually seriously. When a wound gets better it heals |
| 18141 |
There was blood pouring down his face from a head wound. wound a head chest leg wound an injury in which your skin or flesh is damaged, usually seriously. When a wound gets better it heals |
| 18142 |
The party had never healed the wounds left by the crisis. wound emotional damage caused by something bad that happens |
| 18143 |
Two soldiers died and three others were wounded in the attack. wound if someone is wounded, they are injured by something that damages their skin or flesh, especially severely |
| 18144 |
The pistol went off and Martin was fatally wounded. wound fatally mortally wounded (=wounded so badly that you die) if someone is wounded, they are injured by something that damages their skin or flesh, especially severely |
| 18145 |
George himself was severely wounded in the leg. wound seriously severely wounded if someone is wounded, they are injured by something that damages their skin or flesh, especially severely |
| 18146 |
Her remark had deeply wounded him. wound to hurt someone's feelings by doing or saying something unpleasant |
| 18147 |
A string of rejections had really wounded his pride. wound to hurt someone's feelings by doing or saying something unpleasant |
| 18148 |
the ever-changing nature of computing hardware and software hardware computer equipment. Computer programs are called software |
| 18149 |
Military hardware alone is not sufficient to ensure victory. hardware the equipment, machines, and vehicles used in a particular area of activity, especially in the armed forces |
| 18150 |
a spy communications weather satellite satellite an object that is sent into space to travel round the Earth in order to receive and send information |
| 18151 |
France was the third country to launch (=send into space) an artificial satellite. satellite an object that is sent into space to travel round the Earth in order to receive and send information |
| 18152 |
We have pictures of the disaster live via satellite. satellite via satellite (=by satellite) an object that is sent into space to travel round the Earth in order to receive and send information |
| 18153 |
The new equipment will link vehicles by satellite to their office. satellite by satellite an object that is sent into space to travel round the Earth in order to receive and send information |
| 18154 |
Jupiter's satellites satellite a natural object such as a moon that moves around a planet |
| 18155 |
She works in a satellite office. satellite something that is controlled by a larger thing or that depends on a larger thing but is separate from it |
| 18156 |
Their raft would not float. float to rest or move slowly on the surface of a liquid and not sink |
| 18157 |
Leaves and twigs floated on the water. float float on in to rest or move slowly on the surface of a liquid and not sink |
| 18158 |
Miranda floated by on her back. float float by along towards etc to rest or move slowly on the surface of a liquid and not sink |
| 18159 |
They were floating little paper boats on the lake. float to place something or make it move on the surface of a liquid |
| 18160 |
Bubbles floated in the air. float float in through across over etc to be lighter than air, and to move slowly through it |
| 18161 |
A cloud floated across the moon. float to be lighter than air, and to move slowly through it |
| 18162 |
Music floated up from the garden. float float up down across through etc if a sound or smell floats somewhere, it moves through the air so that it can be heard or smelt in different places |
| 18163 |
Perfume floated around her. float if a sound or smell floats somewhere, it moves through the air so that it can be heard or smelt in different places |
| 18164 |
Fabia floated down the stairs in a long white dress. float float down up across etc to move in a very soft and graceful way |
| 18165 |
She just sort of floats through life. float to behave in a way that shows you do not have a clear plan for what you want to do |
| 18166 |
The company was floated in 1993. float to start to sell a company's shares on the stock market |
| 18167 |
Various explanations for his resignation are being floated. float to suggest an idea for people to consider to see how they will react |
| 18168 |
Old TV shows refurbished as films rarely float. float if something such as an idea floats, it is successful or accepted |
| 18169 |
The company directors made over 1 million each from the float. float the first time that a company starts to sell its shares on the stock market |
| 18170 |
Our teacher told us that this textbook should be our bible. bible a book that is considered the most important one for a particular subject |
| 18171 |
My work involves a lot of statistical analysis of data. statistical statistical analysis relating to statistics |
| 18172 |
a statistical method technique statistical relating to statistics |
| 18173 |
Cure rates did not differ statistically between the two groups. statistical |
| 18174 |
statistically significant (=representing reliable information) statistical |
| 18175 |
Couched in generalities, the report named no one responsible for the incident. couch be couched in something to be expressed a particular way |
| 18176 |
I noticed a marked difference in Sam's behaviour. marked a marked difference change improvement increase in someone something clear and noticeable |
| 18177 |
It's warm and sunny now, in marked contrast to last week's rain. marked in marked contrast (=in a completely different way) clear and noticeable |
| 18178 |
After she spoke out against the corporation, she was a marked woman. marked a marked man woman a man or woman who is in danger because someone wants to hurt or kill them |
| 18179 |
You can hire a car at the airport. hire if you hire something, such as a car, room, or piece of equipment, you pay the owner so that you can use it, especially for a short time. The usual American word is rent |
| 18180 |
I hired someone to paint the house. hire to pay someone to work for you, especially for a short time |
| 18181 |
His main responsibility is hiring and firing. hire hire and fire to pay someone to work for you, especially for a short time |
| 18182 |
There are several companies that hire office equipment to businesses. hire to let someone use something temporarily in return for money. The usual American word for this is rent out |
| 18183 |
It's cheaper to pay for your car hire before you go. hire the payment of money in order to use something, especially for a short time. The usual American word is rental |
| 18184 |
We paid 50 for the hire of the hall. hire the payment of money in order to use something, especially for a short time. The usual American word is rental |
| 18185 |
a hire car van hire used for describing a vehicle that has been hired or a company from which you can hire a vehicle or equipment. The usual American word is rental |
| 18186 |
a tool hire company hire used for describing a vehicle that has been hired or a company from which you can hire a vehicle or equipment. The usual American word is rental |
| 18187 |
There were motorcycles for hire. hire available to be hired |
| 18188 |
The agency helps people find childcare, including putting families in touch with nannies for hire. hire available to be employed in a particular job |
| 18189 |
All their cars were already out on hire. hire on hire used for saying that something is being hired |
| 18190 |
The wedding was held at Lincoln Cathedral. cathedral the most important church in an area that a bishop controls |
| 18191 |
Her motive was a genuine desire to improve conditions. motive the reason that you do something |
| 18192 |
The motive for the attack is still unknown. motive motive for the reason that you do something |
| 18193 |
People thought he must have a ulterior motive for wanting to help. motive real underlying ulterior motive used in a negative way for showing that someone's real reasons for doing something are not the ones that they tell other people |
| 18194 |
When he visited her at home again, she started to question his motives. motive question suspect someone's motives used in a negative way for showing that someone's real reasons for doing something are not the ones that they tell other people |
| 18195 |
a motive force power motive producing or causing movement |
| 18196 |
gastric ulcer lesions surgery gastric relating to your stomach |
| 18197 |
an air raid by enemy jets raid a sudden short military attack |
| 18198 |
Soldiers carried out raids on enemy targets in the area. raid raid on against a sudden short military attack |
| 18199 |
Several boats were raided by US customs officials. raid to use force to enter a place suddenly in order to arrest people or search for something such as illegal drugs |
| 18200 |
Police have raided nightclubs in the city for illegal drugs. raid to use force to enter a place suddenly in order to arrest people or search for something such as illegal drugs |
| 18201 |
Guerrillas continue to raid villages in the area. raid to suddenly attack a place and cause a lot of damage |
| 18202 |
hungry teenagers raiding the fridge raid to take or steal things from a place |
| 18203 |
If you don't comply you could face a penalty of 100. comply to obey a rule or law, or to do what someone asks you to do |
| 18204 |
You are legally obliged to comply fully with any investigations. comply comply with to obey a rule or law, or to do what someone asks you to do |
| 18205 |
Designed by an Italian architect, the hotel can accommodate 600 guests. accommodate to provide a place or room for someone to stay in |
| 18206 |
The teams will be accommodated in luxury hotels. accommodate to provide a place or room for someone to stay in |
| 18207 |
The new office will easily accommodate 50 desks. accommodate to provide enough space for something or someone |
| 18208 |
Our ships accommodate up to 150. accommodate to supply enough seats or room for people or things |
| 18209 |
Your investment strategy has to be flexible enough to accommodate changes in the market. accommodate to consider and include something when you are deciding what to do |
| 18210 |
Adolescents may need reassurance that their parents still love them. adolescent a boy or girl who is changing into a young man or woman. The physical changes that take place at this time are known as puberty. An adolescent between the ages of 13 and 19 is called a teenager |
| 18211 |
adolescent humour adolescent silly, and considered typical of a young person |
| 18212 |
He muttered an apology and then left. mutter to talk in a quiet voice that is difficult to hear, especially because you are annoyed or embarrassed, or are talking to yourself |
| 18213 |
'That's a matter of opinion,' she muttered under her breath. mutter to talk in a quiet voice that is difficult to hear, especially because you are annoyed or embarrassed, or are talking to yourself |
| 18214 |
Her husband muttered something about going out to find her. mutter mutter (something) about someone something to talk in a quiet voice that is difficult to hear, especially because you are annoyed or embarrassed, or are talking to yourself |
| 18215 |
He turned and went upstairs, muttering to himself. mutter mutter to yourself to talk in a quiet voice that is difficult to hear, especially because you are annoyed or embarrassed, or are talking to yourself |
| 18216 |
People began muttering about the unfair way he was being treated. mutter mutter about to complain indirectly or unofficially |
| 18217 |
Both treatments were effective in inducing remission of the disease. induce to cause something, especially a mental or physical change |
| 18218 |
They hoped their work would induce social change. induce to cause something, especially a mental or physical change |
| 18219 |
chemically induced mood changes induce to cause something, especially a mental or physical change |
| 18220 |
I can't think what induced her to marry him. induce induce someone to do something to persuade someone to do something, especially something that you think is wrong or stupid |
| 18221 |
Nothing would induce me to go back. induce induce someone to do something to persuade someone to do something, especially something that you think is wrong or stupid |
| 18222 |
Wash your hands – they're covered in muck. muck dirt, or an unpleasant substance |
| 18223 |
Why do you read this muck? muck something unpleasant, offensive, or of no value |
| 18224 |
We set traps in the attic for the mice. trap set lay a trap (=make it ready to be used) a piece of equipment used for catching animals |
| 18225 |
He was caught in a trap of poverty. trap caught in a trap (of something) a bad or unpleasant situation that is difficult to change or escape from |
| 18226 |
The platoon was lured into a trap by guerrilla soldiers. trap a trick that is designed to catch someone or to make them do or say something that they did not want to do or say |
| 18227 |
We didn't know that we were walking straight into a trap. trap a trick that is designed to catch someone or to make them do or say something that they did not want to do or say |
| 18228 |
I fell into the trap of putting work before family. trap fall into the trap of (doing) something a mistake or problem that you should try to avoid |
| 18229 |
Both men were trapped inside the burning car. trap to prevent someone from leaving a place, especially a dangerous place |
| 18230 |
The bomb exploded, trapping victims in the building. trap to prevent someone from leaving a place, especially a dangerous place |
| 18231 |
His legs were trapped under fallen rocks. trap to prevent a part of someone's body from moving by pressing it hard |
| 18232 |
I felt trapped by my marriage. trap to be unable to change a bad situation or way of thinking |
| 18233 |
They are trapped in a cycle of violence. trap to be unable to change a bad situation or way of thinking |
| 18234 |
Police officers trapped both suspects before they left the bank. trap to catch someone such as a criminal, especially by forcing them into a place that they cannot escape from |
| 18235 |
I was trapped into admitting I had lied. trap trap someone into (doing) something to trick someone in order to make them do or say something that they did not want to do or say |
| 18236 |
Carbon dioxide causes the Earth's atmosphere to trap heat. trap to keep something such as air, gas, or energy in a particular place |
| 18237 |
the Roman invasion of Britain under Julius Caesar invasion an occasion when one country's army goes into another country to take control of it by force |
| 18238 |
an invasion force invasion an occasion when one country's army goes into another country to take control of it by force |
| 18239 |
The shops prepared for an invasion of last-minute Christmas shoppers. invasion a situation in which a large number of people or things come to a place at the same time, especially in an annoying way |
| 18240 |
the annual summer invasion of tourists invasion invasion of a situation in which a large number of people or things come to a place at the same time, especially in an annoying way |
| 18241 |
an invasion of cancer cells invasion invasion of the movement of a disease or of the cells that cause it from one area to another |
| 18242 |
a novel full of humour humour the quality that makes a situation or entertainment funny |
| 18243 |
They laughed at things she didn't see the humour in. humour not see the humour in something (=not think something is funny) the quality that makes a situation or entertainment funny |
| 18244 |
He made a hopeless attempt at humour. humour something said or done that is funny |
| 18245 |
His colleagues remember him for his humour and loyalty. humour the ability to know when something is funny, and to laugh at funny situations |
| 18246 |
Sally is a friendly person with a great sense of humour. humour sense of humour the ability to know when something is funny, and to laugh at funny situations |
| 18247 |
Fred's comments did nothing to improve Jo's humour. humour someone's mood |
| 18248 |
He laughed again, obviously in a good humour. humour in (a) good bad humour someone's mood |
| 18249 |
She heaved her formidable bulk off the frail chair. bulk something that is very large, wide, and solid |
| 18250 |
We looked up at the great dark bulk of the cathedral. bulk something that is very large, wide, and solid |
| 18251 |
Despite its bulk and weight, the Mercedes handles like a small car. bulk the fact of being large |
| 18252 |
Women still do the bulk of domestic work in the home. bulk the bulk of something the majority or largest part of something |
| 18253 |
large companies that buy and sell in bulk bulk in bulk bought or sold in large quantities |
| 18254 |
a producer of bulk agricultural chemicals bulk relating to the sale, production, or transport of goods in large quantities |
| 18255 |
a bulk order for 100 Christmas trees bulk bulk order relating to the sale, production, or transport of goods in large quantities |
| 18256 |
Members get the price benefit of bulk buying. bulk bulk buying purchasing selling etc relating to the sale, production, or transport of goods in large quantities |
| 18257 |
The children are upstairs in bed. upstairs on an upper level of a building with stairs |
| 18258 |
Do you know who lives in the flat upstairs? upstairs on an upper level of a building with stairs |
| 18259 |
I'm going upstairs for a siesta. upstairs go come upstairs up a set of stairs to an upper level of a building |
| 18260 |
an upstairs window upstairs |
| 18261 |
She doesn't use the upstairs at all any more. upstairs the upper level or levels of a building |
| 18262 |
I don't speak Russian, so someone will have to translate. translate to change spoken or written words into another language |
| 18263 |
The Bible has been translated into more than 100 languages. translate translate something into something to change spoken or written words into another language |
| 18264 |
Poetry doesn't always translate well. translate to be changed into a different language, or to be capable of being understood in a different language |
| 18265 |
'Merci' in French translates as 'thank you' in English. translate something translates as something to be changed into a different language, or to be capable of being understood in a different language |
| 18266 |
The software can translate files from most other word processing programs. translate to change information in one computer program or language into a form that can be used by a different program or language |
| 18267 |
Recent economic problems are beginning to translate into a demand for reforms. translate translate into to to cause a particular situation or result |
| 18268 |
These earnings, translated into pounds, represent half of our total profits. translate to change something into a different form, or to express something in a different way |
| 18269 |
an attempt to translate Marxist ideas into practice translate to change something into a different form, or to express something in a different way |
| 18270 |
the slow rhythm of the rocking chair rhythm a regular pattern of sounds or movements |
| 18271 |
He tapped out the rhythm on the table. rhythm a regular pattern of sounds in music that you can show by moving, hitting your hands together, or hitting a drum or other surface |
| 18272 |
Five drummers kept up a constant rhythm. rhythm a regular pattern of sounds in music that you can show by moving, hitting your hands together, or hitting a drum or other surface |
| 18273 |
They began moving together to the rhythm of the music. rhythm a regular pattern of sounds in music that you can show by moving, hitting your hands together, or hitting a drum or other surface |
| 18274 |
a sense of rhythm rhythm the ability to recognize or produce a regular pattern of sounds in music |
| 18275 |
the rhythm of the tides rhythm a regular pattern in nature or in life |
| 18276 |
Sleeping tablets upset the normal rhythms of sleep. rhythm a regular pattern in nature or in life |
| 18277 |
She never found her rhythm against the younger player. rhythm a pattern in an activity that makes it enjoyable to watch or easy to do |
| 18278 |
the rhythms of light and shade in his drawings rhythm a pattern in a work of art that makes it beautiful |
| 18279 |
New regulations are aimed at reducing vehicle emissions. emission a substance, especially a gas, that goes into the air |
| 18280 |
Emissions from power stations have declined since 1979. emission emission from a substance, especially a gas, that goes into the air |
| 18281 |
the emission of greenhouse gases emission emission of the act of sending gas, light, or heat into the air |
| 18282 |
ministers who share a collective responsibility collective involving all the members of a group |
| 18283 |
After three weeks we noticed a total transformation in his behaviour. transformation transformation in a change into someone or something completely different, or the process by which this happens |
| 18284 |
He's made a complete transformation from comedian to dramatic actor. transformation transformation from something to something a change into someone or something completely different, or the process by which this happens |
| 18285 |
I need some new batteries for my Walkman. battery an object that fits into something such as a radio, clock, or car and supplies it with electricity |
| 18286 |
The battery is flat (=no longer working). battery an object that fits into something such as a radio, clock, or car and supplies it with electricity |
| 18287 |
Maybe it won't start because the battery needs recharging. battery charge recharge a battery (=provide it with power) an object that fits into something such as a radio, clock, or car and supplies it with electricity |
| 18288 |
a battery of marine artillery battery several large guns or other weapons, used together |
| 18289 |
He put her through a battery of tests. battery battery of a group of similar things |
| 18290 |
battery hens eggs battery battery farming involves keeping large numbers of chickens very close together in small boxes, in conditions that many people think are cruel |
| 18291 |
The government hopes that lower interest rates will be a stimulus to investment. stimulus stimulus to anything that encourages something to happen, develop, or improve |
| 18292 |
We hope that the books will provide a stimulus for discussion. stimulus stimulus for anything that encourages something to happen, develop, or improve |
| 18293 |
They test the children's reaction to a simple visual stimulus. stimulus something that produces a reaction in a plant, animal, or person |
| 18294 |
a drawing of a naked woman naked not wearing any clothes |
| 18295 |
She stood there stark naked. naked stark naked (=completely naked) not wearing any clothes |
| 18296 |
The half-naked body was found on the river bank. naked half-naked not wearing any clothes |
| 18297 |
He stripped naked and got into the shower. naked strip naked (=take all your clothes off) not wearing any clothes |
| 18298 |
naked shoulders breasts skin naked if a part of your body is naked, it is not covered by clothes |
| 18299 |
a naked flame bulb light naked not covered |
| 18300 |
a naked blade sword naked not covered |
| 18301 |
naked fear naked naked emotions are very strong and can be clearly seen in someone's expression |
| 18302 |
naked aggression ambition naked used for describing unpleasant behaviour that is not controlled or limited |
| 18303 |
The eggs are so small they cannot be seen with the naked eye. naked the naked eye if you can see something with the naked eye, you can see it without using a telescope, microscope etc |
| 18304 |
the millions of stars that are invisible to the naked eye naked visible invisible to the naked eye if you can see something with the naked eye, you can see it without using a telescope, microscope etc |
| 18305 |
The book reveals the naked truth about their marriage. naked the naked truth the truth about something, especially something unpleasant |
| 18306 |
We asked the waiter for a menu. menu a list of the food that is available in a restaurant, cafe etc |
| 18307 |
There are plenty of options for vegetarians on our menu. menu a list of the food that is available in a restaurant, cafe etc |
| 18308 |
a pull-down drop-down menu menu a list of choices on a computer screen that tells you what you can do in a particular program |
| 18309 |
From the Edit menu, you can select Cut or Copy. menu a list of choices on a computer screen that tells you what you can do in a particular program |
| 18310 |
science's attempts to plumb the mysteries of the universe plumb to manage to understand something difficult or mysterious |
| 18311 |
He's really plumbed the depths of depression since their breakup. plumb to have or feel a negative quality or emotion very strongly |
| 18312 |
His comments plumb the depths of bad taste. plumb to be a very extreme example of something bad |
| 18313 |
England plumbed new depths on Saturday when they lost 4–0. plumb plumb new depths (=be even worse than usual) to be a very extreme example of something bad |
| 18314 |
My office is plumb in the middle of town. plumb exactly in a particular position |
| 18315 |
I plumb forgot to pick up the children. plumb completely |
| 18316 |
Can I use your toilet? toilet a structure like a seat over a hole where you get rid of waste from your body |
| 18317 |
a toilet on the ground floor toilet a room in a house or public building that contains a toilet. The usual American word is bathroom |
| 18318 |
public toilets toilet a room in a house or public building that contains a toilet. The usual American word is bathroom |
| 18319 |
She's in the toilet. toilet a room in a house or public building that contains a toilet. The usual American word is bathroom |
| 18320 |
toilet facilities toilet relating to a toilet |
| 18321 |
a toilet seat bowl toilet relating to a toilet |
| 18322 |
Always wash your hands after you go to the toilet. toilet go to the toilet to get rid of waste from your body |
| 18323 |
We stopped because Joe needed the toilet. toilet need the toilet to have to get rid of waste from your body |
| 18324 |
a packet of butter butter a solid yellow food made from cream that you spread on bread or use in cooking |
| 18325 |
salted unsalted butter butter a solid yellow food made from cream that you spread on bread or use in cooking |
| 18326 |
I'll butter the bread. butter to spread butter on something |
| 18327 |
hot buttered toast butter to spread butter on something |
| 18328 |
hypodermic needles needle a very thin sharp metal tube used for putting medicine or drugs into your body, or for taking blood out. It is fixed to a plastic tube called a syringe |
| 18329 |
People are at risk of disease when they share needles. needle share a needle (=use the same needle as someone else to inject drugs) a very thin sharp metal tube used for putting medicine or drugs into your body, or for taking blood out. It is fixed to a plastic tube called a syringe |
| 18330 |
a needle and thread needle a small thin metal tool that is used for sewing. It has a sharp point at one end and a hole at the other |
| 18331 |
a compass needle needle a small thin part on a scientific instrument that moves to show measurements |
| 18332 |
a record needle needle a very small sharp part on a record player that touches the record and helps to produce the sound |
| 18333 |
pine needles needle a very thin sharp leaf that grows on some trees |
| 18334 |
He takes delight in needling his nearest rival. needle to keep annoying someone by saying things that make them angry or embarrassed |
| 18335 |
in accordance with the terms of the contract accordance in accordance with in a way that follows a rule, system, or someone's wishes |
| 18336 |
water molecules molecule the smallest part of an element or compound that is capable of independent existence. It consists of two or more atoms |
| 18337 |
a molecule of carbon dioxide molecule the smallest part of an element or compound that is capable of independent existence. It consists of two or more atoms |
| 18338 |
Hardy wrote poetry as well as fiction. fiction books and stories about imaginary events and people. Books that give facts about real events, things, or people are called non-fiction |
| 18339 |
a successful writer of romantic fiction fiction romantic historical crime detective fiction books and stories about imaginary events and people. Books that give facts about real events, things, or people are called non-fiction |
| 18340 |
His alibi was pure fiction. fiction a report, story, or explanation that is not true |
| 18341 |
It is sometimes difficult to distinguish fact from fiction in the book. fiction a report, story, or explanation that is not true |
| 18342 |
the oldest institute of learning in Europe learning the process of gaining knowledge and experience, for example by studying |
| 18343 |
The school provides an ideal learning environment for children. learning the process of gaining knowledge and experience, for example by studying |
| 18344 |
My summer job wasn't fun but it was a real learning experience for me. learning a learning experience (=a situation in which you learn something about yourself, other people, or life in general) the process of gaining knowledge and experience, for example by studying |
| 18345 |
a man of great learning learning knowledge that someone has gained, especially by studying |
| 18346 |
The statute was passed as an emergency measure to deal with the strike. statute a law passed by a government and formally written down |
| 18347 |
The government is required by statute to consult local authorities. statute by statute a law passed by a government and formally written down |
| 18348 |
The men have been charged under a federal anti-terrorism statute. statute under (a) statute a law passed by a government and formally written down |
| 18349 |
Under the statutes of the University, they had no right to dismiss him. statute a written rule made by an organization or institution |
| 18350 |
She was reluctant to leave. reluctant reluctant to do something not willing to do something |
| 18351 |
a reluctant convert witness guest reluctant used for describing someone who is doing something but does not really want to |
| 18352 |
She felt a reluctant admiration for her opponent. reluctant used for describing a feeling that you have but you wish you did not have |
| 18353 |
Julia's reluctance to join the party was a mystery. reluctant |
| 18354 |
She reluctantly decided to sell her home. reluctant |
| 18355 |
Accidents happen when safety checks are overlooked. overlook to fail to notice or do something |
| 18356 |
Sean Connery was once again overlooked in the New Year's Honours list. overlook to fail to consider someone or something, or to fail to recognize success |
| 18357 |
I'm prepared to overlook his indiscretions. overlook to choose to ignore a mistake, fault etc |
| 18358 |
Our hotel overlooked the Temple of Luxor and the river. overlook to have a view of something from above |
| 18359 |
the junction of Oxford Street and Regent Street junction a place where one road crosses or joins another. The usual American word is intersection |
| 18360 |
Leave the motorway at Junction 3. junction a place where you join or leave a motorway. The usual American word is exit |
| 18361 |
the necessity for a strong diplomatic effort necessity necessity for a process, thing, or action that is needed in a situation |
| 18362 |
doubts about the necessity of the war necessity necessity of (doing) something a process, thing, or action that is needed in a situation |
| 18363 |
We both recognize the necessity to get this right. necessity necessity to do something a process, thing, or action that is needed in a situation |
| 18364 |
Women increasingly went out to work, usually out of economic necessity. necessity out of necessity (=because it is necessary) a process, thing, or action that is needed in a situation |
| 18365 |
Raising taxes has become a necessity. necessity something that is difficult or unpleasant but cannot be avoided |
| 18366 |
basic necessities like milk and bread necessity something that you must have in order to live, work, or do something |
| 18367 |
A car is a necessity in this town. necessity something that you must have in order to live, work, or do something |
| 18368 |
They lacked even the bare necessities of life. necessity the bare necessities (=the basic things that everyone needs) something that you must have in order to live, work, or do something |
| 18369 |
Their buying decisions are of necessity motivated by practical considerations. necessity of necessity used for saying that something must be done, designed etc in the way that it is and cannot be different |
| 18370 |
I found it on a nearby table. nearby a nearby place is not far away |
| 18371 |
in a nearby shop hotel nearby a nearby place is not far away |
| 18372 |
My father lives nearby. nearby not far from where you are |
| 18373 |
The people sitting nearby had to leave. nearby not far from where you are |
| 18374 |
I'm a lot more experienced than him. experienced someone who is experienced has skill at something because they have done it a lot |
| 18375 |
At 16, Hoskins is already an experienced sailor. experienced someone who is experienced has skill at something because they have done it a lot |
| 18376 |
She's experienced in dealing with difficult customers. experienced experienced at in someone who is experienced has skill at something because they have done it a lot |
| 18377 |
an exclusive shop restaurant neighbourhood exclusive very expensive, and therefore available only to people who have a lot of money |
| 18378 |
The road is for the exclusive use of residents. exclusive limited to a particular person, thing, or group and not shared with others |
| 18379 |
They have exclusive rights to market the drug in Africa. exclusive limited to a particular person, thing, or group and not shared with others |
| 18380 |
This special offer is exclusive to readers of this magazine. exclusive exclusive to limited to a particular person, thing, or group and not shared with others |
| 18381 |
She managed to secure an exclusive interview with the star. exclusive published or reported by only one newspaper, magazine, television station etc |
| 18382 |
The cost is 20 exclusive of delivery charges. exclusive exclusive of something not including something |
| 18383 |
a course in computer graphics graphics the activity of designing pictures and text for magazines, advertisements etc |
| 18384 |
The government should do more to stimulate investment in the north. stimulate to encourage something to happen, develop, or improve |
| 18385 |
new measures to stimulate the economy stimulate to encourage something to happen, develop, or improve |
| 18386 |
drugs to stimulate the production of hormones stimulate to make plants, cells, or a part of someone's body grow or become more active |
| 18387 |
Cut the foliage back hard to stimulate new growth. stimulate to make plants, cells, or a part of someone's body grow or become more active |
| 18388 |
Such questions provide a useful means of stimulating students' interest. stimulate to make someone feel interested in learning new things |
| 18389 |
I like the stimulation of being required to use my imagination. stimulate |
| 18390 |
During the day, the sun provides warmth in the house. warmth the feeling of heat |
| 18391 |
We sat near the warmth of the fire. warmth the feeling of heat |
| 18392 |
The warmth of her voice made him feel less nervous. warmth a kind and friendly quality in someone or something |
| 18393 |
Massage is one of the oldest therapies. therapy a form of treatment for an illness or medical condition |
| 18394 |
drug therapy therapy a form of treatment for an illness or medical condition |
| 18395 |
Some of her clients needed intensive therapy. therapy a form of treatment for someone with mental illness or emotional problems that involves talking to them or asking them to do things |
| 18396 |
Her son is in therapy. therapy in therapy a form of treatment for someone with mental illness or emotional problems that involves talking to them or asking them to do things |
| 18397 |
Fishing has always been a perfect therapy for me. therapy an activity that makes you feel happy or that helps you to deal with your problems |
| 18398 |
If it's convenient, call me tomorrow before noon. convenient easy to do, or not causing problems or difficulties |
| 18399 |
Travelling by underground is fast, convenient, and cheap. convenient easy to use or suitable for a particular purpose |
| 18400 |
The most convenient parking is off Church Street. convenient a convenient place is one that is near the place where you are and is easy to get to |
| 18401 |
a convenient excuse convenient something that is convenient gives someone an advantage or opportunity, often in a way that is slightly dishonest |
| 18402 |
How very convenient that you were sick on the day all the work had to be done. convenient something that is convenient gives someone an advantage or opportunity, often in a way that is slightly dishonest |
| 18403 |
a 10-screen cinema cinema a building where you pay to go and watch a film. The usual American word is movie theater |
| 18404 |
We went to the cinema last night. cinema go to the cinema a building where you pay to go and watch a film. The usual American word is movie theater |
| 18405 |
He retired after 40 years in cinema. cinema the business of making films, or the films that are made |
| 18406 |
The poor little bugger's broken his leg. bugger used for expressing sympathy about someone you like or feel sorry for |
| 18407 |
I'm leaving and there's bugger all they can do about it. bugger nothing at all |
| 18408 |
I'm not helping them again. You get bugger all thanks. bugger none at all |
| 18409 |
Bugger the lot of them! bugger used for saying that you do not care about someone or something |
| 18410 |
Don't tell me she's buggered the TV again! bugger to break something |
| 18411 |
This is a subject that has now moved into the political domain. domain a particular area of activity or life |
| 18412 |
the common idea that engineering is a male domain domain an area of activity considered as belonging to or controlled by a particular person or group |
| 18413 |
Organic foods are no longer the sole domain of healthy-eating fanatics. domain an area of activity considered as belonging to or controlled by a particular person or group |
| 18414 |
The garden has always been Al's domain. domain an area of activity considered as belonging to or controlled by a particular person or group |
| 18415 |
a golf tennis chess tournament tournament a series of games in which the winner of each game plays in the next game until there is one player or team left |
| 18416 |
the Christian doctrine of resurrection doctrine a set of principles or beliefs, especially religious or political ones |
| 18417 |
Maya succeeded through sheer hard work. sheer used for emphasizing the amount or degree of something |
| 18418 |
We were overwhelmed by the sheer volume of work. sheer the sheer size volume etc of something used for emphasizing the amount or degree of something |
| 18419 |
In the end, they overcame the enemy through sheer weight of numbers. sheer sheer weight of numbers (=the simple fact of being much greater in number) used for emphasizing the amount or degree of something |
| 18420 |
By sheer coincidence, we ended up working for the same organization. sheer (by) sheer luck coincidence used for emphasizing the amount or degree of something |
| 18421 |
He sat down and wept out of sheer joy. sheer sheer delight joy exhaustion etc used for emphasizing the amount or degree of something |
| 18422 |
The journey to work every day was sheer hell. sheer sheer hell torture used for emphasizing the amount or degree of something |
| 18423 |
a sheer cliff face sheer extremely steep |
| 18424 |
The car sheered off to the left. sheer sheer off to change direction very suddenly |
| 18425 |
the proposition that all religions are equally valid proposition proposition that a statement that people can examine in order to decide whether it is true |
| 18426 |
I have a business proposition to put to you. proposition an offer or suggestion, especially involving business or politics |
| 18427 |
Finishing the run in the rain wasn't a very attractive proposition. proposition something or someone that you have to deal with, described as having a particular quality |
| 18428 |
Marguerite took my hand in a surprisingly strong grip. grip a firm strong hold |
| 18429 |
Pete tightened his grip on her arm. grip tighten your grip a firm strong hold |
| 18430 |
She loosened her grip on the steering-wheel. grip release loosen your grip a firm strong hold |
| 18431 |
I need some winter boots with a better grip. grip if shoes or tyres have grip, they hold a surface firmly and so do not slip |
| 18432 |
The President struggled to regain his grip on power. grip grip on power and control over someone or something |
| 18433 |
The church no longer has a strong grip on the population. grip power and control over someone or something |
| 18434 |
The country was in the grip of an economic crisis. grip be in the grip of something to be in a difficult or unpleasant situation |
| 18435 |
The forest is still in the grip of winter. grip be in the grip of something to be in a difficult or unpleasant situation |
| 18436 |
We need to get a grip on how dangerous this situation is. grip get a grip on something to begin to understand a difficult situation and start to find a way of dealing with it |
| 18437 |
For goodness' sake, get a grip on yourself. grip get a grip (on yourself) to make an effort to control your emotions or your behaviour |
| 18438 |
So far we have failed to come to grips with the magnitude of this problem. grip get come to grips with something to start to deal with a problem, situation, or job that you have to do |
| 18439 |
Are you starting to lose your grip on reality? grip lose your grip (on something) to become less able to understand things or deal with them |
| 18440 |
She gripped Frank's hand firmly to show her support. grip to hold something tightly |
| 18441 |
Although the car was stationary, his hands were still gripping the wheel. grip to hold something tightly |
| 18442 |
A feeling of fear gripped the crowd. grip to have a strong effect on someone |
| 18443 |
Britain was still gripped by recession. grip to have a strong effect on someone |
| 18444 |
The case has gripped the public because of the celebrities involved. grip to keep someone very interested in something |
| 18445 |
Ms Howell claimed she had been the victim of sexual discrimination. discrimination sexual sex racial age discrimination unfair treatment of someone because of their religion, race, or other personal features |
| 18446 |
discrimination against women discrimination discrimination against unfair treatment of someone because of their religion, race, or other personal features |
| 18447 |
The legislation would outlaw discrimination in employment, housing, and education. discrimination discrimination in unfair treatment of someone because of their religion, race, or other personal features |
| 18448 |
Discrimination on the grounds of sex or race is unlawful. discrimination discrimination on the grounds of (=because of) unfair treatment of someone because of their religion, race, or other personal features |
| 18449 |
Try to exercise discrimination when making your choice. discrimination the ability to judge whether or not something is good or suitable |
| 18450 |
The bag contains six servings of pretzels. serving an amount of food for one person |
| 18451 |
Members of the ruling party and the opposition met last night. ruling in control of, or having the most power in, a country, group, or organization |
| 18452 |
a member of the ruling classes ruling in control of, or having the most power in, a country, group, or organization |
| 18453 |
The Supreme Court will issue a clear ruling on the question. ruling an official decision made by a court or by someone in a position of authority |
| 18454 |
corrupt politicians officials judges corrupt doing dishonest, illegal, or immoral things in order to gain money or power |
| 18455 |
a brutal, corrupt, and violent dictatorship corrupt used about societies or systems |
| 18456 |
In his view, the people have been corrupted by their desire for wealth. corrupt to encourage someone to start doing dishonest, illegal, or immoral things |
| 18457 |
I feared that my taste might have become corrupted. corrupt to damage or spoil something |
| 18458 |
Greek myths and legends myth an ancient traditional story about gods, heroes, and magic |
| 18459 |
the distinction between myth and history myth ancient traditional stories |
| 18460 |
Many teenagers still believe myths about sex and pregnancy. myth something that people wrongly believe to be true |
| 18461 |
Contrary to popular myth, not everyone in this area is rich. myth contrary to popular myth (=despite what most people think) something that people wrongly believe to be true |
| 18462 |
He has helped to dispel the myth that men do not care about their appearance. myth dispel scotch a myth (=prove it to be untrue) something that people wrongly believe to be true |
| 18463 |
Our programmes must not perpetuate myths or reinforce stereotypes. myth perpetuate a myth (=make a myth continue) something that people wrongly believe to be true |
| 18464 |
The raid was one of the bloodiest episodes in a long hard war. episode an event or set of events that forms part of a longer series but is considered separately |
| 18465 |
After this episode, relations between them were strained. episode an event or set of events that forms part of a longer series but is considered separately |
| 18466 |
The boat started to drift out to sea. drift to be pushed along very slowly by the movement of air or water |
| 18467 |
Thick smoke drifted across the town. drift to be pushed along very slowly by the movement of air or water |
| 18468 |
People were drifting around the conference centre. drift to move somewhere slowly as though you do not know where you are going |
| 18469 |
He was drifting in and out of consciousness. drift to go from one state to another without realizing it |
| 18470 |
The conversation drifted from one dull subject to the another. drift to do something or to happen in a way that is not planned |
| 18471 |
I just drifted into nursing really. drift to do something or to happen in a way that is not planned |
| 18472 |
The car was stuck in a deep snow drift. drift a large pile of snow or sand formed by the wind |
| 18473 |
the drift away from socialism drift a slow and gradual change from one situation or opinion to another |
| 18474 |
the population drift to the cities drift a gradual movement of people from one place to another |
| 18475 |
Well, anyway, I'm sure you get the general drift. drift the general drift the meaning that someone is trying to express |
| 18476 |
Do you get my drift? drift get catch someone's drift (=understand the basic meaning) the meaning that someone is trying to express |
| 18477 |
He has continued to assert his innocence. assert to state firmly that something is true |
| 18478 |
The governor asserted that no more money would be available. assert assert (that) to state firmly that something is true |
| 18479 |
She always manages to assert her point of view. assert to speak or behave in a firm, confident way |
| 18480 |
Don't be so shy – you need to learn to assert yourself. assert assert yourself (=to state your opinion firmly and confidently) to speak or behave in a firm, confident way |
| 18481 |
This system discourages people from asserting their rights in court. assert to claim that you have the right to do something or behave in a particular way |
| 18482 |
He quickly asserted his authority as a leader. assert to claim that you have the right to do something or behave in a particular way |
| 18483 |
It's hard for shy people to assert themselves in a group. assert to claim that you have the right to do something or behave in a particular way |
| 18484 |
After a while her old bad habits began to assert themselves. assert if a fact, idea, or tendency asserts itself, it begins to influence someone or something |
| 18485 |
The origin of the word is uncertain. uncertain not clearly known or understood |
| 18486 |
It is uncertain how they entered the property. uncertain it is uncertain whether why how etc not clearly known or understood |
| 18487 |
Despite recent research, the precise mechanism of the virus remains uncertain. uncertain remain uncertain not clearly known or understood |
| 18488 |
The economic outlook was beginning to look uncertain. uncertain likely to change and become worse |
| 18489 |
The industry as a whole faces a very uncertain future. uncertain uncertain future likely to change and become worse |
| 18490 |
I left the meeting feeling anxious, and uncertain about what to do next. uncertain uncertain about of not feeling sure about what to do, whether something is true etc |
| 18491 |
Greg was uncertain how to respond to this odd request. uncertain uncertain what why how etc not feeling sure about what to do, whether something is true etc |
| 18492 |
Sara seemed more self-assured: no longer young and uncertain, but a confident professional woman. uncertain not confident |
| 18493 |
She was told in no uncertain terms that she would have to accept the deal. uncertain in no uncertain terms in a way that is clear and definite |
| 18494 |
The force of the explosion had twisted the metal. twist to force something out of its original shape by bending it or turning it round |
| 18495 |
She sat there twisting her handkerchief into a knot. twist to force something out of its original shape by bending it or turning it round |
| 18496 |
Guy's mouth twisted into a wry smile. twist to bend or turn into a different shape |
| 18497 |
She twisted her ring as she spoke. twist to turn something in a circle with your hands or fingers |
| 18498 |
Can you twist the cap off this bottle? twist twist something off something to turn something in a circle with your hands or fingers |
| 18499 |
I've twisted my ankle so I won't be able to play. twist to injure a part of your body such as your knee or wrist by bending it too much or by bending it in the wrong direction |
| 18500 |
He twisted vines round the logs to make a raft. twist twist something around round something to wind something around something else |
| 18501 |
Her hair was twisted into a plait on top of her head. twist twist something around into something to wind several pieces of wool, thread, wire etc over and under each other in order to make one thick piece |
| 18502 |
From here, a narrow road twists up to Alwinton. twist if a road or a river twists, it has a lot of bends in it |
| 18503 |
The path twists and turns up the mountainside. twist twist and turn if a road or a river twists, it has a lot of bends in it |
| 18504 |
'How he twisted things to suit himself!' she thought angrily. twist to change the intended meaning of something slightly so that it means what you want it to mean |
| 18505 |
You're twisting my words. You know that's not what I meant. twist twist someone's words to change the intended meaning of something slightly so that it means what you want it to mean |
| 18506 |
Sanders twisted in his chair to look out of the window. twist to change the position of part of your body so that you face a different direction |
| 18507 |
Stretch up, and twist your body round to the right. twist twist something around round to change the position of part of your body so that you face a different direction |
| 18508 |
I wasn't going to come, but George twisted my arm. twist to persuade someone to do something that they do not want to do |
| 18509 |
With a quick twist of his wrist, he turned the handle. twist a movement in which you turn a part of your body round so that it is out of its normal position |
| 18510 |
He gave the tap a firm twist, and the dripping stopped. twist a movement in which you turn something in a circle with your hands or fingers |
| 18511 |
A twist in the road hid them from view. twist a bend in a road or a river |
| 18512 |
The island roads are full of twists and turns. twist twists and turns a bend in a road or a river |
| 18513 |
The long-running saga took a new twist this week. twist a sudden unexpected change in a situation |
| 18514 |
There has been a new twist to the crisis this week. twist twist to a sudden unexpected change in a situation |
| 18515 |
This is the final tragic twist in a long story. twist twist in a sudden unexpected change in a situation |
| 18516 |
His injury was a cruel twist of fate for the team. twist a twist of fate fortune a sudden unexpected change in a situation |
| 18517 |
vodka with a twist of lemon twist twist of a small piece of something |
| 18518 |
You'd think I was round the twist if I told you. twist round the twist crazy |
| 18519 |
He's driving me round the twist with all these questions. twist drive someone round the twist (=make someone become crazy) crazy |
| 18520 |
I felt as if I was going round the twist. twist go round the twist (=become crazy) crazy |
| 18521 |
a revealing insight into the mind of a violent murderer insight insight into a chance to understand something or learn more about it |
| 18522 |
The research should provide valuable insight into the nature of this complex organization. insight provide give insight a chance to understand something or learn more about it |
| 18523 |
I got more insights about him from reading his books than from talking to him. insight gain get an insight a chance to understand something or learn more about it |
| 18524 |
Children can sometimes show quite remarkable insight. insight the ability to notice and understand a lot about people or situations |
| 18525 |
Business confidence was undermined by a series of major failures. undermine to make something or someone become gradually less effective, confident, or successful |
| 18526 |
Their trading position has been seriously undermined by the minister's remarks. undermine to make something or someone become gradually less effective, confident, or successful |
| 18527 |
Britain was accused of undermining international efforts to reduce pollution. undermine to make something or someone become gradually less effective, confident, or successful |
| 18528 |
They had spoken secretly to journalists in an effort to undermine the leadership. undermine to deliberately say or do things that make someone appear less impressive or less important |
| 18529 |
The trip ended in tragedy. tragedy a very sad event that causes people to suffer or die |
| 18530 |
The measures were designed to prevent any similar tragedies. tragedy prevent avert a tragedy a very sad event that causes people to suffer or die |
| 18531 |
It's a tragedy that so many young people are out of work. tragedy a bad situation that makes people very upset or angry |
| 18532 |
Shakespeare's tragedies tragedy a play in which people suffer or die, especially one in which the main character dies at the end |
| 18533 |
We are studying Greek tragedy. tragedy plays of this type |
| 18534 |
The main role of the police is to uphold and enforce the law. enforce to make sure that a law or rule is obeyed by people |
| 18535 |
Troops were sent into the area to enforce the treaty. enforce to make sure that a law or rule is obeyed by people |
| 18536 |
The only weapon the court has to enforce cooperation is the threat of sanctions. enforce to make sure that something happens or is done |
| 18537 |
an information promotional leaflet leaflet a printed sheet of paper, usually folded, that is provided free and gives information about something |
| 18538 |
a leaflet on finding and paying for residential care leaflet leaflet on a printed sheet of paper, usually folded, that is provided free and gives information about something |
| 18539 |
I decided I was ready for an adventure after college. adventure an exciting, unusual, and sometimes dangerous experience |
| 18540 |
The children were looking for adventure. adventure an exciting, unusual, and sometimes dangerous experience |
| 18541 |
a sense of adventure adventure the feeling that you want to have new and exciting experiences |
| 18542 |
a diplomatic mission diplomatic relating to the profession or skill of preserving or creating friendly relationships between countries |
| 18543 |
According to diplomatic sources, elections there have been cancelled. diplomatic diplomatic sources (=diplomats) relating to the profession or skill of preserving or creating friendly relationships between countries |
| 18544 |
a diplomatic answer diplomatic able to deal with people in a sensitive way that does not upset or offend them |
| 18545 |
'I think I'll take Jane home now,' Ray said diplomatically. diplomatic |
| 18546 |
a mixed salad mixed consisting of different things |
| 18547 |
mixed herbs mixed consisting of different things |
| 18548 |
a mixed population mixed involving people of different ages, abilities, races etc |
| 18549 |
The course is suitable for students of mixed abilities. mixed involving people of different ages, abilities, races etc |
| 18550 |
Lucy goes to a mixed school. mixed for men and women, or for boys and girls |
| 18551 |
mixed education accommodation mixed for men and women, or for boys and girls |
| 18552 |
Reactions to the new policy have been mixed. mixed partly good and partly bad |
| 18553 |
The film opened to mixed reviews. mixed partly good and partly bad |
| 18554 |
I prefer being in mixed company. mixed in mixed company in a group that contains both men and women |
| 18555 |
It was with mixed emotions that Alice resigned. mixed mixed feelings emotions mixed feelings or emotions make you not certain how you feel about someone or something |
| 18556 |
Teachers have mixed feelings about the usefulness of computer games. mixed mixed feelings emotions mixed feelings or emotions make you not certain how you feel about someone or something |
| 18557 |
Fighting between the rebels and government troops continues in the north. rebel someone who tries to remove a government or leader using force |
| 18558 |
a rebel leader general rebel relating to rebels or their activities |
| 18559 |
rebel forces troops rebel relating to rebels or their activities |
| 18560 |
The town fell into rebel hands. rebel relating to rebels or their activities |
| 18561 |
Conservative rebels rebel someone who opposes their leader, especially in politics |
| 18562 |
Alex has always been a rebel. rebel someone who opposes people in authority or opposes accepted ways of doing things |
| 18563 |
When senior army officers rebelled, the President was forced to flee the country. rebel to try to remove a government or leader using force |
| 18564 |
The province has rebelled against the government. rebel rebel against to try to remove a government or leader using force |
| 18565 |
Militants within the party are now threatening to rebel. rebel to oppose your leader, especially in politics |
| 18566 |
It's natural for teenagers to rebel. rebel to oppose someone in authority, or to oppose accepted ways of doing things |
| 18567 |
Liberal parents often leave their kids nothing to rebel against. rebel rebel against to oppose someone in authority, or to oppose accepted ways of doing things |
| 18568 |
a political campaign for pay equity equity a fair and reasonable way of behaving towards people, so that everyone is treated in the same way |
| 18569 |
Now there are literally thousands of companies using our software. literally used for showing that what you are saying is really true and is not just an impressive way of describing something |
| 18570 |
When I told him the news he literally exploded. literally used when you are describing something in an extreme way that cannot be true |
| 18571 |
There's an Italian dessert called tiramisu, which literally means 'pull me up'. literally in the most basic, obvious meanings of the words that are used |
| 18572 |
Children take things literally when they hear them from a teacher. literally take (=understand) something literally in the most basic, obvious meanings of the words that are used |
| 18573 |
It was so exciting to see these magnificent animals in the wild. magnificent very impressive and beautiful, good, or skilful |
| 18574 |
She gave a magnificent performance. magnificent very impressive and beautiful, good, or skilful |
| 18575 |
She inspires great loyalty among her staff. loyalty support that you always give to someone or something because of your feelings of duty and love towards them |
| 18576 |
I was impressed by his loyalty to his brother. loyalty loyalty to support that you always give to someone or something because of your feelings of duty and love towards them |
| 18577 |
In the workplace he commanded intense loyalty. loyalty command loyalty (=have someone's loyalty) support that you always give to someone or something because of your feelings of duty and love towards them |
| 18578 |
Family loyalties can be very strong. loyalty your feelings that you want to be loyal to someone or something |
| 18579 |
My loyalties lie with the team, not the manager. loyalty someone's loyalties are lie with your feelings that you want to be loyal to someone or something |
| 18580 |
a high level of brand loyalty loyalty continued use of the products or services of a particular business |
| 18581 |
Rows with in-laws are distressing because they cause divided loyalties. loyalty divided mixed loyalties a feeling of wanting to be loyal to two people or groups that oppose each other |
| 18582 |
We have a tremendous amount of work to get through. tremendous used for emphasizing that something such as an amount, achievement, or feeling is extremely great, important, or strong |
| 18583 |
The result was a tremendous disappointment. tremendous used for emphasizing that something such as an amount, achievement, or feeling is extremely great, important, or strong |
| 18584 |
a tremendous success tremendous used for emphasizing that something such as an amount, achievement, or feeling is extremely great, important, or strong |
| 18585 |
I have tremendous respect for my parents. tremendous used for emphasizing that something such as an amount, achievement, or feeling is extremely great, important, or strong |
| 18586 |
We had a tremendous evening together. tremendous something that is tremendous is extremely good |
| 18587 |
a tremendously important person tremendous |
| 18588 |
They played tremendously well. tremendous |
| 18589 |
Australia's national airline airline a company that owns aircraft and takes people or goods by plane from one place to another |
| 18590 |
He'd always wanted to be an airline pilot. airline a company that owns aircraft and takes people or goods by plane from one place to another |
| 18591 |
Three of the sailors managed to swim to the shore. shore the land that is on the edge of a lake, river, or sea |
| 18592 |
We stayed in a hotel on the shores of Lake Maggiore. shore the land that is on the edge of a lake, river, or sea |
| 18593 |
Her family first came to these shores over 200 years ago. shore used about a country or area of land that has a border on the sea |
| 18594 |
They leave Australian shores on Sunday. shore used about a country or area of land that has a border on the sea |
| 18595 |
He called for action to shore up the ailing university. shore to give support or help to something that is having problems or is likely to fail |
| 18596 |
She specializes in the cleaning and restoration of antique paintings. restoration restoration of the process of putting something such as a piece of art or a building back into its original condition so that it looks cleaner and better |
| 18597 |
Activists are demanding the restoration of democracy. restoration the act of returning something that was lost, stolen, or removed |
| 18598 |
She came back from work exhausted, both physically and mentally. physically in a way that is related to your body or appearance |
| 18599 |
physically attractive physically in a way that is related to your body or appearance |
| 18600 |
physically active fit physically in a way that is related to your body or appearance |
| 18601 |
a physically demanding job physically in a way that is related to your body or appearance |
| 18602 |
It is physically impossible to be in two places at the same time. physically used about things in the real world, rather than in your imagination or in stories |
| 18603 |
We are sincerely grateful to everyone who has rendered assistance to the victims of the earthquake. render to provide a service, or to give help to someone or something |
| 18604 |
He received payment for services rendered. render for services rendered to provide a service, or to give help to someone or something |
| 18605 |
The power of the sea was beautifully rendered in the poem. render to express, show, or perform something in a particular way |
| 18606 |
That's quite a difficult idea to render into English. render render something into German Spanish etc to translate something |
| 18607 |
Solar power could become a viable energy source, rendering fossil fuels obsolete. render to make someone or something be or become something |
| 18608 |
His back injury had rendered him unfit for work. render to make someone or something be or become something |
| 18609 |
Failure to supply these details will render the contract invalid. render to make someone or something be or become something |
| 18610 |
The jury will almost certainly render a guilty verdict. render to officially announce a judgment or decision |
| 18611 |
institutional investors institutional from or within a large organization |
| 18612 |
At school they emphasize good manners. emphasize to give particular importance or attention to something |
| 18613 |
She emphasizes that her novels are not written for children. emphasize emphasize that to give particular importance or attention to something |
| 18614 |
When you pronounce 'desert' you emphasize the first syllable, but in 'desserts', it's the second one you emphasize. emphasize to say a phrase, word, or part of a word with extra loudness so that people give special attention to it |
| 18615 |
Naomi's short hair emphasized her cheekbones. emphasize to make something more noticeable |
| 18616 |
Your room is a mess; please pick up your toys. mess a situation in which a place is dirty or untidy |
| 18617 |
'What a mess!' she said, looking at the kitchen. mess a situation in which a place is dirty or untidy |
| 18618 |
Try not to make a mess because I've been cleaning. mess make a mess a situation in which a place is dirty or untidy |
| 18619 |
His papers were in a terrible mess. mess in a mess a situation in which a place is dirty or untidy |
| 18620 |
I cleaned up the mess with a napkin. mess something that has been accidentally dropped or carelessly left, so that it makes a place look dirty |
| 18621 |
There was a sticky mess on the kitchen floor. mess something that has been accidentally dropped or carelessly left, so that it makes a place look dirty |
| 18622 |
Look at you – you're a mess! mess someone or something that looks dirty, untidy, or in bad condition |
| 18623 |
Mark's jeans were a mess by the time he finished painting. mess someone or something that looks dirty, untidy, or in bad condition |
| 18624 |
an economic mess mess a difficult situation with a lot of problems, especially because people have made mistakes |
| 18625 |
The company was in a complete mess when she took over. mess be in a mess a difficult situation with a lot of problems, especially because people have made mistakes |
| 18626 |
I don't know how we got into this mess. mess get into a mess a difficult situation with a lot of problems, especially because people have made mistakes |
| 18627 |
You got me into this mess in the first place. mess get someone into a mess a difficult situation with a lot of problems, especially because people have made mistakes |
| 18628 |
I was a complete mess after the divorce. mess someone who is so nervous or who has so many problems that they cannot have a normal life |
| 18629 |
She had a whole mess of dolls in her bedroom. mess a mess of something a lot of something |
| 18630 |
Tom felt he had made a mess of his life. mess make a mess of (doing) something to make a lot of mistakes when you are doing or dealing with something |
| 18631 |
That wine has made a real mess of the carpet. mess make a mess of something to make something look dirty or untidy |
| 18632 |
I've always been a closet science-fiction fan. closet keeping your beliefs or activities secret |
| 18633 |
Senior researchers closeted themselves in a hotel room. closet to shut yourself or someone in a room in order to be alone or have a private discussion |
| 18634 |
suburban shopping centres schools housewives suburban in a suburb, or relating to a suburb |
| 18635 |
suburban Manchester (=the suburbs around Manchester) suburban in a suburb, or relating to a suburb |
| 18636 |
It's a fairly straightforward operation. straightforward not complicated or difficult to understand |
| 18637 |
Just give me a straightforward answer. straightforward clear and honest |
| 18638 |
She told him quite straightforwardly, 'No'. straightforward |
| 18639 |
Ruth smiled, squeezing his hand affectionately. squeeze to press something firmly, especially with your hands |
| 18640 |
I took a firm grip and squeezed tightly, but nothing happened. squeeze to press something firmly, especially with your hands |
| 18641 |
She squeezed some cream onto her hands. squeeze to press something such as a liquid out of something |
| 18642 |
freshly-squeezed orange juice squeeze to press something such as a liquid out of something |
| 18643 |
He had squeezed through a hole in the fence. squeeze to get through or into a small space |
| 18644 |
Passengers were trying to squeeze onto the bus. squeeze to get through or into a small space |
| 18645 |
We can only squeeze one more thing into the bag. squeeze to fit or move someone or something through or into a small space |
| 18646 |
The letters were squeezed together so you could hardly read them. squeeze to fit or move someone or something through or into a small space |
| 18647 |
Supermarkets are accused of squeezing both customers and suppliers. squeeze to make someone have financial trouble, for example by raising prices, cutting a supply of money, or increasing competition |
| 18648 |
He gave her shoulder a comforting squeeze. squeeze the action of squeezing something |
| 18649 |
a squeeze of lemon juice squeeze a small amount of something that is squeezed out of something |
| 18650 |
It was a squeeze to get everyone into the car. squeeze a situation in which a lot of people or things are squeezed into a space |
| 18651 |
a squeeze on costs profits wages squeeze a situation in which there is strict control over money or goods |
| 18652 |
The government's putting the squeeze on business profits. squeeze put a the squeeze on someone something a situation in which there is strict control over money or goods |
| 18653 |
The economy is said to be improving, but many of us are still feeling the squeeze. squeeze feel the squeeze a situation in which there is strict control over money or goods |
| 18654 |
It is hard to combine study with a full-time job. full-time done for the number of hours that people normally work in a complete week. Part-time work or study is done during just some of these hours |
| 18655 |
a discount for full-time students full-time doing full-time work or study |
| 18656 |
Her youngest child goes to nursery full-time. full-time during the number of hours that people normally work in a complete week |
| 18657 |
The birds have bred successfully for the past six years. breed if animals breed, they become the parents of young animals |
| 18658 |
She breeds sheep. breed to produce new plants or animals from existing ones, especially in order to produce plants or animals with particular characteristics |
| 18659 |
attempts to breed a new disease-resistant type of corn breed to produce new plants or animals from existing ones, especially in order to produce plants or animals with particular characteristics |
| 18660 |
Secrecy breeds distrust. breed to make negative feelings or situations develop |
| 18661 |
Success tends to breed success. breed sometimes used for saying that something good develops |
| 18662 |
What breeds of dog are especially good with children? breed breed of a group of animals that have particular characteristics that make them different from others of the same species. The characteristics have often been produced in a controlled way by mating particular animals. |
| 18663 |
His father was one of a dying breed – a truly independent politician. breed a rare dying breed a particular type of person or thing |
| 18664 |
one of the new breed of Internet millionaires breed breed of a particular type of person or thing |
| 18665 |
They haven't yet named a successor to the outgoing CEO. successor successor to someone who has an important position after someone else. Someone who has the position before someone else is called their predecessor |
| 18666 |
His successor as president of the council was Enrique Baron. successor successor as someone who has an important position after someone else. Someone who has the position before someone else is called their predecessor |
| 18667 |
the meeting to appoint a successor to Dr Yates successor find appoint choose a successor someone who has an important position after someone else. Someone who has the position before someone else is called their predecessor |
| 18668 |
He had been widely regarded as a possible successor to Kohl. successor possible likely potential successor someone who has an important position after someone else. Someone who has the position before someone else is called their predecessor |
| 18669 |
The Russian Federal Security Service is the main successor to the KGB. successor used about something such as an organization or machine that replaces something that did the same job before |
| 18670 |
She proved herself a worthy successor. successor a worthy natural true successor used about someone who continues the work of, or who reaches the standard of, someone who came before them |
| 18671 |
This track has been the setting for some of her greatest triumphs. triumph a great victory or success |
| 18672 |
the triumph of good over evil triumph triumph of a great victory or success |
| 18673 |
Britain's Davis Cup triumph over France triumph triumph over a great victory or success |
| 18674 |
There was a note of triumph in her voice. triumph the proud or excited feeling that you get when you have won something or have been successful |
| 18675 |
The team returned home in triumph. triumph in triumph the proud or excited feeling that you get when you have won something or have been successful |
| 18676 |
It was the youngest team ever to triumph at the Olympics. triumph to win a great victory, or to have a great success |
| 18677 |
Young love triumphs in the end. triumph to win a great victory, or to have a great success |
| 18678 |
Common sense and friendliness triumphed over their problems (=solved them). triumph triumph over to win a great victory, or to have a great success |
| 18679 |
Mention your sources at the end, under the heading 'Bibliography'. heading the title at the top of a page or piece of writing |
| 18680 |
Those responsibilities come under the heading of 'general duties'. heading a word or phrase that gives a general description of a type of person or thing |
| 18681 |
As director, she knew she would be held accountable for any budget deficit. accountable accountable for in a position where people have the right to criticize you or ask you why something happened |
| 18682 |
The council is accountable to the people who elected it. accountable accountable to in a position where people have the right to criticize you or ask you why something happened |
| 18683 |
a professor of mathematics mathematics the study or use of numbers and shapes to calculate, represent, or describe things. Mathematics includes arithmetic, geometry, and algebra |
| 18684 |
Applicants should have a degree in mathematics. mathematics the study or use of numbers and shapes to calculate, represent, or describe things. Mathematics includes arithmetic, geometry, and algebra |
| 18685 |
the mathematics department mathematics relating to mathematics |
| 18686 |
The mathematics for solving the problem is quite complex. mathematics calculations using numbers |
| 18687 |
Detectives were brought in to help search for clues. clue search for look for find a clue an object or fact that someone discovers that helps them solve a crime or mystery |
| 18688 |
Police still have no clues as to the identity of the killer. clue clue to as to about an object or fact that someone discovers that helps them solve a crime or mystery |
| 18689 |
His expressionless face gave her no clue as to what he was thinking. clue clue to as to about a piece of information that helps explain a situation or provide a solution to a problem |
| 18690 |
These writings provide clues to the crisis in Dickens' private life. clue a piece of information that helps explain a situation or provide a solution to a problem |
| 18691 |
'Know who I saw in town today?' 'Give me a clue.' clue a word or phrase that helps you to guess another word or phrase |
| 18692 |
'Do you know where St Paul Street is?' 'I'm sorry, I don't have a clue.' clue to not know or understand something |
| 18693 |
I haven't got a clue what you're talking about. clue to not know or understand something |
| 18694 |
They don't have a clue about how to look after children. clue to be extremely stupid or extremely bad at doing something |
| 18695 |
These coats are specially treated to be water repellent. specially in a particular way, or for a particular purpose |
| 18696 |
I specially liked the blue outfit. specially very much |
| 18697 |
biological science engineering biological relating to living things |
| 18698 |
His children have never fully forgiven him. forgive to decide that you will not be angry with someone who has offended, upset, or harmed you |
| 18699 |
She eventually forgave him for forgetting her birthday. forgive forgive someone for doing something to decide that you will not be angry with someone who has offended, upset, or harmed you |
| 18700 |
John has never forgiven himself for the accident. forgive forgive yourself to decide that you will not be angry with someone who has offended, upset, or harmed you |
| 18701 |
They're nice boys, so we tend to forgive them their occasional bad behaviour. forgive forgive someone something to decide that you will not be angry with someone who has offended, upset, or harmed you |
| 18702 |
Voters could be forgiven for thinking that the major parties have no policies at all for the environment. forgive someone could be forgiven for thinking wondering believing etc used for saying that it is not surprising that someone thinks or believes something, even though they are wrong to do so |
| 18703 |
I might forgive and forget, but I'm more likely to get mad and get even. forgive forgive and forget to decide not to continue being angry about something that someone has done, and not to allow your memory of it to influence your future relationship |
| 18704 |
Forgive me, but I must leave now. forgive forgive me (for doing something) forgive my doing something used when you want to say or do something that may offend the person you are talking to |
| 18705 |
Forgive me for asking, but how much did you pay for that vase? forgive forgive me (for doing something) forgive my doing something used when you want to say or do something that may offend the person you are talking to |
| 18706 |
photos of her grandchildren photo a photograph |
| 18707 |
a photo album (=a book for putting your photographs in) photo a photograph |
| 18708 |
photogenic (=looking good in photographs) photo- relating to photographs: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 18709 |
photosensitive plants (=plants that react to light) photo- relating to light: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 18710 |
His investment is now worth only a fraction of its original value. fraction fraction of a small part or amount of something |
| 18711 |
Unions recruit only a small fraction of the workers. fraction a small tiny fraction a small part or amount of something |
| 18712 |
Joe glanced at her for a fraction of a second before answering. fraction a fraction of a second an inch a small part or amount of something |
| 18713 |
They were chased by photographers as they took their son to school. chase to follow someone or something quickly in order to catch them |
| 18714 |
I chased after the robbers for more than a mile. chase chase after to follow someone or something quickly in order to catch them |
| 18715 |
The band have often been chased down the street by enthusiastic fans. chase chase someone something down up along something to follow someone or something quickly in order to catch them |
| 18716 |
The male fish chases off other males that try to get too close to the females. chase chase someone something off to follow someone or something quickly in order to make them go away |
| 18717 |
He chased the snakes away with a stick. chase chase someone something away to follow someone or something quickly in order to make them go away |
| 18718 |
We chased the cat out of the house. chase chase someone something out of something to follow someone or something quickly in order to make them go away |
| 18719 |
The military leaders were chased from power two years ago. chase chase someone something from something to force someone out of a position of power |
| 18720 |
Amin was chased out of the country in 1979. chase chase someone something out of something to force someone out of a position of power |
| 18721 |
I saw Jill chasing up the path waving a letter. chase chase down up along to do something in a hurry |
| 18722 |
I've been chasing round all week buying presents. chase chase round to do something in a hurry |
| 18723 |
There's no sense in chasing all over the country. chase chase all over to do something in a hurry |
| 18724 |
Tiger Woods was chasing another European title. chase to try hard to get something you want such as a job, prize, or money |
| 18725 |
Many companies are still chasing debts that are more than five years old. chase to try hard to get something you want such as a job, prize, or money |
| 18726 |
Aren't you getting a bit old for chasing girls? chase to try to get someone to have a sexual relationship with you |
| 18727 |
She could not imagine him chasing after other women. chase chase after to try to get someone to have a sexual relationship with you |
| 18728 |
an elaborately chased silver dish chase to decorate metal using a special tool |
| 18729 |
'Stop thief!' they shouted and joined in the chase. chase the action of following someone or something quickly because you want to catch them |
| 18730 |
a high-speed car chase chase a car police chase the action of following someone or something quickly because you want to catch them |
| 18731 |
The thrill of the chase motivates many entrepreneurs to attempt takeovers. chase the act of trying to get something you want |
| 18732 |
Tiger Woods is leading the chase for the championship. chase chase for the act of trying to get something you want |
| 18733 |
The man ran out and Darnell gave chase. chase give chase to follow someone quickly in order to catch them |
| 18734 |
There is a standard method whereby officers are selected for promotion. whereby used for saying that something is done according to the method, arrangement, rule etc that has been referred to |
| 18735 |
a regulation whereby an employer is held responsible for any accident whereby used for saying that something is done according to the method, arrangement, rule etc that has been referred to |
| 18736 |
Rain turned the road that led to the cabin to mud. mud very soft wet earth |
| 18737 |
His boots were still caked in mud. mud be covered caked in mud very soft wet earth |
| 18738 |
mud walls mud earth used as a building material |
| 18739 |
His explanation was as clear as mud. mud as clear as mud very difficult to understand |
| 18740 |
These traditional tools are both functional and attractive. functional designed to be good at doing a particular job |
| 18741 |
the highly functional arrangement of the control panel functional highly functional designed to be good at doing a particular job |
| 18742 |
a house filled with functional furniture functional practical and simple, with no unnecessary features or decorations |
| 18743 |
The new hospital isn't fully functional as yet but should be very soon. functional fully functional operating in the correct way |
| 18744 |
structural and functional descriptions of language functional relating to the purpose or function of something |
| 18745 |
A purely functional view of an organization doesn't work any more. functional relating to the purpose or function of something |
| 18746 |
The author sees sports events as functional to society. functional helping something to operate well or correctly |
| 18747 |
The children were brought up very strictly. strictly in a strict way |
| 18748 |
strictly enforced laws strictly in a strict way |
| 18749 |
It's a strictly neutral organization. strictly used for emphasizing that something is exactly or only a particular type of thing |
| 18750 |
That's not strictly true. strictly used for emphasizing that something is exactly or only a particular type of thing |
| 18751 |
Tomatoes are not, strictly speaking, vegetables. strictly used for showing that you are trying to be accurate |
| 18752 |
Strictly speaking, I shouldn't be here. strictly according to the rules |
| 18753 |
She tried desperately to push him away. desperately in a very worried or angry way |
| 18754 |
John desperately wanted to go to university. desperately very much |
| 18755 |
I was desperately lonely. desperately very |
| 18756 |
They were awaiting the birth of their first child. await to wait for something that you expect to happen |
| 18757 |
The draft law is still awaiting parliamentary approval. await to wait for something that is the next stage in a process |
| 18758 |
Well, I wonder what surprises await us today. await if something awaits you, it will happen to you |
| 18759 |
You can see live coverage of England's game against France. coverage news about something on television or radio or in the newspapers |
| 18760 |
The murder has received extensive media coverage. coverage used about the amount of attention that television, radio, and newspapers give to something, or the way in which something is reported |
| 18761 |
Their coverage of the riot was criticized for ignoring its causes. coverage used about the amount of attention that television, radio, and newspapers give to something, or the way in which something is reported |
| 18762 |
The course offers good coverage of the subject. coverage information about a range of things, for example in a book or course of education |
| 18763 |
a policy that aims to give you cheaper coverage coverage the amount and type of protection that an insurance agreement gives you |
| 18764 |
laws to protect wildlife and their habitats wildlife animals, birds, and plants that live in natural conditions |
| 18765 |
a wildlife conservation organization wildlife relating to wildlife |
| 18766 |
economic indicators such as the inflation rate or the exchange rate indicator something that shows you what condition something is in |
| 18767 |
Time spent in education is a good indicator of social and economic position. indicator a good useful important indicator something that shows you what condition something is in |
| 18768 |
The test is a reliable indicator of performance if it is carried out correctly. indicator an indicator of success performance quality something that shows you what condition something is in |
| 18769 |
the air-speed indicator indicator a piece of equipment that shows information |
| 18770 |
The copier is ready when the green indicator light is on. indicator a piece of equipment that shows information |
| 18771 |
Her hands rested lightly on his shoulders. lightly without using much force or pressure |
| 18772 |
'Was it something I said?' she asked lightly. lightly in a way that shows you think something is not important or serious |
| 18773 |
The decision was not taken lightly. lightly without considering something carefully and seriously |
| 18774 |
Our objections should not be dismissed so lightly. lightly without considering something carefully and seriously |
| 18775 |
Lightly grease a cake tin. lightly in small amounts, or using only a small amount of something |
| 18776 |
Snow fell lightly on the rooftops. lightly in small amounts, or using only a small amount of something |
| 18777 |
a lightly boiled egg lightly cooked for a short time |
| 18778 |
She stepped lightly over the boxes. lightly in a graceful way |
| 18779 |
She got off lightly, with a fine instead of a prison sentence. lightly get off be let off lightly to not be harmed or punished as severely as you might have been |
| 18780 |
the management Church social hierarchy hierarchy a system for organizing people according to their status in a society, organization, or other group |
| 18781 |
He reached a high level within the Soviet political hierarchy. hierarchy a system for organizing people according to their status in a society, organization, or other group |
| 18782 |
Candidates are chosen by the party hierarchy. hierarchy the group of people who control an organization |
| 18783 |
man's hierarchy of needs hierarchy a series of things arranged according to their importance |
| 18784 |
These unique plants evolved undisturbed for millions of years. evolve when a type of plant or animal evolves, its physical form changes over a long period of time |
| 18785 |
a debate as to whether birds evolved from dinosaurs evolve evolve from when a type of plant or animal evolves, its physical form changes over a long period of time |
| 18786 |
Slowly, these tiny organisms evolved into multicelled creatures. evolve evolve into when a type of plant or animal evolves, its physical form changes over a long period of time |
| 18787 |
Flowers have evolved markings that attract bees. evolve to gradually develop particular physical features |
| 18788 |
Computer software will continue to evolve in response to users' needs. evolve to gradually change and develop over a period of time |
| 18789 |
They're hoping the trade talks might evolve into a political dialogue. evolve evolve into to gradually change and develop over a period of time |
| 18790 |
The research project evolved from a concept first proposed in 1995. evolve evolve from to gradually change and develop over a period of time |
| 18791 |
how teachers can evolve new ways of working evolve to develop something gradually |
| 18792 |
a mechanical device digger mechanical operated by a machine or system of moving parts |
| 18793 |
a mechanical wheelchair mechanical operated by a machine or system of moving parts |
| 18794 |
The system has shut down because of mechanical problems. mechanical relating to engines and machines, and the way that they work |
| 18795 |
He's very mechanical so he's sure to know what's wrong. mechanical used about someone who is good at understanding machines and working with them |
| 18796 |
I found her purely mechanical explanations inadequate. mechanical done without thinking or without any attempt to be original |
| 18797 |
the mechanical properties of gases mechanical relating to or produced by physical forces |
| 18798 |
Tight regulations will cramp fresh thinking in the financial services sector. cramp to prevent something from developing as successfully as it could |
| 18799 |
Having his little sister at the party kind of cramped his style. cramp cramp someone's style to make someone feel that they cannot behave in the way they want |
| 18800 |
a capitalist society economy country capitalist based on or supporting the system of capitalism |
| 18801 |
The essence of their argument is that life cannot be explained by science. essence essence of the most important part of something, usually the part that gives it its general character |
| 18802 |
Wars were the very essence of the Roman Empire. essence the most important part of something, usually the part that gives it its general character |
| 18803 |
vanilla essence essence a liquid that contains the strong taste or smell of the plant that it is taken from |
| 18804 |
What she is saying, in essence, is that the law does not protect against this type of abuse. essence in essence used for emphasizing what is the most important feature of something |
| 18805 |
Time is of the essence as rescuers battle to reach survivors of the hurricane. essence of the essence the most important quality in a particular situation |
| 18806 |
The song was specially composed for their wedding. compose to write a piece of music |
| 18807 |
He sat down and composed a letter of resignation. compose to write something, especially when this involves thinking carefully about it |
| 18808 |
Muscle is composed of two different types of protein. compose be composed of someone something to form something |
| 18809 |
a business seminar seminar a meeting at which a group of people discuss a subject |
| 18810 |
a seminar on marketing seminar a meeting at which a group of people discuss a subject |
| 18811 |
the North American continent continent one of the very large areas of land on Earth that are usually divided into several countries |
| 18812 |
the continent of Africa continent one of the very large areas of land on Earth that are usually divided into several countries |
| 18813 |
Bill's such a nice chap. chap a man, especially one that you like |
| 18814 |
Who's the tall, dark-haired chap? chap a man, especially one that you like |
| 18815 |
Being self-employed allowed him the flexibility to work unusual hours. flexibility the ability to make changes or to deal with a situation that is changing |
| 18816 |
We need greater flexibility in the use of resources. flexibility flexibility in the ability to make changes or to deal with a situation that is changing |
| 18817 |
exercises to improve your flexibility flexibility the ability to bend or move easily |
| 18818 |
The first three verses are about her childhood. verse a group of words or sentences that form one section of a poem or song |
| 18819 |
Philip sang the first verse and then everyone joined in. verse a group of words or sentences that form one section of a poem or song |
| 18820 |
Genesis, chapter 28, verse 12 verse a small group of sentences in the Bible that has a number next to it |
| 18821 |
I poured myself a glass of whisky. whisky a strong alcoholic drink produced in Scotland, made from barley |
| 18822 |
Two large whiskies, please. whisky a glass of whisky |
| 18823 |
I just glaze over as soon as anyone starts talking about cars. glaze if you or your eyes glaze over, you start to look bored or tired and it is obvious to other people that you have stopped listening |
| 18824 |
We won't be recruiting again until next year. recruit to get someone to work in a company or join an organization |
| 18825 |
The church has recruited volunteers to help. recruit to get someone to help you to do something |
| 18826 |
She's responsible for training new recruits. recruit a new member of a company or an organization, especially someone who has recently joined |
| 18827 |
Her question echoed around the room. echo echo around round through if a noise echoes, it is repeated because the sound hits a surface and returns |
| 18828 |
The howl of a coyote echoed across the canyon. echo echo across if a noise echoes, it is repeated because the sound hits a surface and returns |
| 18829 |
She led him along deserted echoing corridors. echo if a building, space, or room echoes, noises are repeated there because it is large and empty |
| 18830 |
The theatre echoed with laughter. echo echo with if a place echoes with a particular sound, it is filled with that sound |
| 18831 |
Her feelings are echoed by other parents whose kids have left home. echo to express the ideas or feelings that someone else has expressed |
| 18832 |
Blake echoed the views of many players. echo to express the ideas or feelings that someone else has expressed |
| 18833 |
The Victorian theme is echoed in the furnishings. echo to repeat a quality or situation |
| 18834 |
This pattern of increased sales was echoed across Europe. echo to repeat a quality or situation |
| 18835 |
the echo of footsteps in the alley echo a noise that is repeated because the sound hits a surface and returns |
| 18836 |
His argument contains clear echoes of 1980s free-market philosophy. echo an idea or phrase that is like one that has been expressed before |
| 18837 |
the violence of the past and its recent echoes echo something that is very like a thing that happened or was produced before |
| 18838 |
It is grossly unfair to suggest that the school was responsible for this accident. unfair grossly unfair (=very unfair) not fair or reasonable |
| 18839 |
Their claim for unfair dismissal will be properly investigated. unfair unfair dismissal (=the fact of being ordered to leave your job for no good reason) not fair or reasonable |
| 18840 |
Farmers complained of unfair competition from cheap imported food. unfair an unfair situation is one in which the people involved are not all treated equally or do not all have the same opportunities and advantages |
| 18841 |
Indirect taxes often impose an unfair burden on the poor. unfair an unfair situation is one in which the people involved are not all treated equally or do not all have the same opportunities and advantages |
| 18842 |
It is unfair that not everyone got the chance to vote. unfair it is unfair that an unfair situation is one in which the people involved are not all treated equally or do not all have the same opportunities and advantages |
| 18843 |
Their very low labour costs give them an unfair advantage in the market. unfair an unfair advantage an unfair situation is one in which the people involved are not all treated equally or do not all have the same opportunities and advantages |
| 18844 |
the sixth of May sixth in the place or position counted as number 6 |
| 18845 |
He was placed sixth in the tournament. sixth in the place or position counted as number 6 |
| 18846 |
About five-sixths of the group said they supported the decision. sixth one of 6 equal parts of something |
| 18847 |
a kitchen cupboard cupboard a tall piece of furniture, usually attached to a wall and used for storing things, with shelves inside and one or two doors at the front |
| 18848 |
the cupboard door cupboard a tall piece of furniture, usually attached to a wall and used for storing things, with shelves inside and one or two doors at the front |
| 18849 |
the cupboard under the stairs cupboard a very small room with no windows used for storing things. The American word is closet |
| 18850 |
The house has plenty of cupboard space. cupboard cupboard space (=space for storing things in cupboards) a very small room with no windows used for storing things. The American word is closet |
| 18851 |
a holly rose currant bush bush a plant that is smaller than a tree and has a lot of thin branches growing close together |
| 18852 |
We subscribe to all the main medical journals. subscribe subscribe to to pay money so that you will regularly receive copies of a newspaper or magazine |
| 18853 |
She subscribes to various different charitable organizations. subscribe subscribe to to pay money regularly in order to belong to a club or organization |
| 18854 |
I subscribe to a couple of film channels. subscribe subscribe to to pay money regularly in order to receive a service |
| 18855 |
Are you going to subscribe to the opera this season? subscribe subscribe to to pay money for a set of tickets to a series of performances |
| 18856 |
Refugees are facing serious food and fuel shortages. shortage a lack of something that you need or want |
| 18857 |
a shortage of clean water shortage shortage of a lack of something that you need or want |
| 18858 |
The order was given by a prominent member of the government. prominent important and well known |
| 18859 |
She is likely to play a prominent part in the presidential campaign. prominent important and well known |
| 18860 |
Vincente's family was prominent in the wine trade. prominent prominent in important and well known |
| 18861 |
The rugged red ridges are a prominent feature of the landscape. prominent easy to see or notice |
| 18862 |
Place these items in a prominent position in your window display. prominent easy to see or notice |
| 18863 |
prominent cheekbones prominent sticking out |
| 18864 |
Records of attendance are prominently displayed in the classroom. prominent |
| 18865 |
The issue of trade will figure prominently at the talks. prominent |
| 18866 |
The merger will create the biggest television company in the country. merger the process of combining two companies or organizations to form a bigger one |
| 18867 |
a subtle scent of lilacs subtle not obvious, and therefore difficult to notice |
| 18868 |
I detected a subtle change in his attitude towards us. subtle not obvious, and therefore difficult to notice |
| 18869 |
He was being so subtle, I didn't realize he liked me. subtle indirect in a way that prevents people from noticing what you are trying to do |
| 18870 |
subtle manipulation subtle indirect in a way that prevents people from noticing what you are trying to do |
| 18871 |
subtle observations subtle showing an ability to notice and understand small things that other people do not |
| 18872 |
It's a subtle argument, but very convincing when you think about it. subtle showing an ability to notice and understand small things that other people do not |
| 18873 |
intricate and subtle patterns subtle delicate and complicated in an attractive way |
| 18874 |
The two prints are subtly different. subtle |
| 18875 |
He subtly mentioned his sister was looking for a job. subtle |
| 18876 |
He asked me to join his gang. gang a group of young people who spend time together and often cause trouble |
| 18877 |
a study of Chicago street gangs gang a group of young people who spend time together and often cause trouble |
| 18878 |
Gangs of youths roamed the streets. gang gang of a group of young people who spend time together and often cause trouble |
| 18879 |
Detectives are hunting an armed gang that stole beer worth 20,000. gang a group of criminals working together |
| 18880 |
a gang of thieves gang gang of a group of criminals working together |
| 18881 |
A gang of workmen were shovelling rubble onto a lorry. gang a group of workers who do physical work |
| 18882 |
Do you fancy coming out with the gang tonight? gang a group of friends, especially young people |
| 18883 |
They feel that the international community is ganging up on them. gang gang up on to join together in a group to hurt, frighten, or fight someone |
| 18884 |
Why are you so unhappy? unhappy feeling sad or upset |
| 18885 |
Her father was a desperately unhappy man. unhappy feeling sad or upset |
| 18886 |
an unhappy childhood memory relationship unhappy used about situations and experiences that make people feel unhappy |
| 18887 |
People are very unhappy about the high ticket prices. unhappy unhappy about not satisfied |
| 18888 |
I'm unhappy with some of the methods being used. unhappy unhappy with not satisfied |
| 18889 |
an unhappy coincidence unhappy used about something bad that happens because of bad luck |
| 18890 |
an unhappy series of events unhappy used about something bad that happens because of bad luck |
| 18891 |
He achieved a lot in his short lifetime. lifetime the period of time when someone is alive |
| 18892 |
There have been many changes during my lifetime. lifetime the period of time when someone is alive |
| 18893 |
A cure for cancer could be found within our children's lifetime. lifetime the period of time when someone is alive |
| 18894 |
plans to extend the lifetime of the power station lifetime the length of time that something exists or works |
| 18895 |
We aim to halve unemployment within the lifetime of this government. lifetime the length of time that something exists or works |
| 18896 |
Tom's getting married to his long-time girlfriend in July. long-time having continued or existed as a particular thing for a long time |
| 18897 |
the elites of wealth and power elite a small group of people who have a lot of advantages and keep the most power and influence |
| 18898 |
members of the political elite elite political legal social elite a small group of people who have a lot of advantages and keep the most power and influence |
| 18899 |
Only a small elite among mountaineers can climb these routes. elite the best or most skilful people in a group |
| 18900 |
an elite squad unit corps elite an elite group has a high status because it contains the best of its kind |
| 18901 |
She gave a firm refusal. refusal the act of refusing to do something |
| 18902 |
The protesters considered several options, including a refusal to pay taxes. refusal refusal to do something the act of refusing to do something |
| 18903 |
the union's refusal of a new contract refusal refusal of the act of refusing to accept something that someone offers you |
| 18904 |
Jordan said he was surprised at the council's refusal of the planning application. refusal refusal of the act of refusing to let someone have or do something |
| 18905 |
aggressive behaviour aggressive behaving in an angry or rude way that shows you want to fight, attack, or argue with someone |
| 18906 |
Bailey became increasingly aggressive in his questioning of the witness. aggressive behaving in an angry or rude way that shows you want to fight, attack, or argue with someone |
| 18907 |
Today's executives are hungry, competitive, and aggressive. aggressive someone who is aggressive is very determined to win or be successful |
| 18908 |
an aggressive treatment plan aggressive used about plans or methods that are designed to do everything possible to succeed |
| 18909 |
Towards the end of the game Agassi's superior strength began to show. superior better than someone or something else in quality or skill |
| 18910 |
Though technically superior, their system was never commercially successful. superior better than someone or something else in quality or skill |
| 18911 |
The sound quality is superior to that on a regular CD. superior superior to better than someone or something else in quality or skill |
| 18912 |
The new version is vastly superior to the old one. superior vastly greater infinitely superior better than someone or something else in quality or skill |
| 18913 |
We respected Bill's superior knowledge of the area. superior superior knowledge skill intelligence better than someone or something else in quality or skill |
| 18914 |
Despite its superior numbers, the French fleet was defeated by Nelson's navy. superior greater in size or power |
| 18915 |
They fought with great courage against a superior force of invaders. superior superior force power greater in size or power |
| 18916 |
a company that supplies superior wines to the restaurant trade superior used especially in advertising for referring to products or services of high quality |
| 18917 |
I can't stand that superior smile of his. superior someone who is superior behaves in a proud way, as if they think they are better or more important than other people |
| 18918 |
You are accountable to your superior officer. superior having a higher status or position than someone or something else |
| 18919 |
judges of the superior courts superior having a higher status or position than someone or something else |
| 18920 |
the superior rectal vein superior higher in position |
| 18921 |
Among novelists perhaps only Tolstoy is his superior. superior be someone's superior someone who is more skilful than you at an activity |
| 18922 |
Keep your seat-belt fastened during take-off and landing. landing the process of moving a plane down onto the ground at the end of a journey |
| 18923 |
The pilot was forced to make an emergency landing. landing a crash emergency landing the process of moving a plane down onto the ground at the end of a journey |
| 18924 |
The thick grass gave me a soft landing. landing the action of hitting the ground when you fall or jump from somewhere high |
| 18925 |
the third-floor landing landing the area at the top of a set of stairs or between the sections of a set of stairs |
| 18926 |
the D-day landings landing an attack by soldiers arriving somewhere by boat |
| 18927 |
glasses with thick lenses lens a piece of curved glass or plastic that makes things seem smaller, bigger, or clearer |
| 18928 |
a camera with a telescopic lens lens a piece of equipment that is part of a camera |
| 18929 |
I haven't got my lenses in. lens a contact lens |
| 18930 |
He was educated at Eton and Trinity College, Cambridge. educate educate someone at something to teach someone, usually for several years, especially at a school, college, or university |
| 18931 |
More and more parents are choosing to educate their children at home. educate to teach someone, usually for several years, especially at a school, college, or university |
| 18932 |
Children were educated in both arts and sciences. educate educate someone in something to teach someone, usually for several years, especially at a school, college, or university |
| 18933 |
The BBC's mission is to inform, educate, and entertain. educate to give someone necessary or useful knowledge |
| 18934 |
The mining museum was built to educate people about their local history. educate educate someone about something to give someone necessary or useful knowledge |
| 18935 |
Our job is to educate young people to think about the environment. educate educate someone to do something to give someone necessary or useful knowledge |
| 18936 |
a baby's response to separation from its mother separation separation from a period of time that people who are usually together spend apart |
| 18937 |
They decided on a trial separation. separation a decision by a husband and wife not to live together |
| 18938 |
the effects on children of separation and divorce separation a decision by a husband and wife not to live together |
| 18939 |
the separation of the milk and cream separation separation of the act of separating two or more things, or the fact that they are separated |
| 18940 |
Quebec wanted some form of separation from the rest of Canada. separation separation from the act of separating two or more things, or the fact that they are separated |
| 18941 |
a campaign to increase productivity productivity the rate at which goods are produced, especially in relation to the time, money, and workers needed to produce them |
| 18942 |
The company initiated a management training programme for small businesses. initiate to make something start |
| 18943 |
We shall initiate urgent discussions with our European partners. initiate to make something start |
| 18944 |
The Act allows children, for the first time, to initiate proceedings. initiate to start a legal case or process |
| 18945 |
Nicky was initiated into a world of robbery and violence. initiate initiate someone into something to introduce someone to a skill, subject, or activity and teach them about it |
| 18946 |
At the age of 30 they were initiated into the higher ranks of the movement. initiate initiate someone into something to make someone a member of an organization or group, often with a special ceremony |
| 18947 |
We have to be prepared for the probability of a further fall in profits. probability probability of a measure of how likely something is to happen |
| 18948 |
There was a strong probability that the company had a record of the conversation. probability probability that a measure of how likely something is to happen |
| 18949 |
They were ignoring what was now a probability. probability something that is likely to happen or be true |
| 18950 |
There is a 20% probability that you could develop the cancer. probability a calculation of how likely something is |
| 18951 |
the laws of probability probability a calculation of how likely something is |
| 18952 |
In all probability, nothing much will change. probability in all probability used for saying that you think something is likely |
| 18953 |
Malaria is caused by a virus carried by mosquitos. virus a simple living thing that is smaller than bacteria and that can enter your body and make you ill. If your body can protect itself against a particular virus, then you are immune to it. A vaccine is a medicine that makes you immune to a particular virus |
| 18954 |
the AIDS virus virus a simple living thing that is smaller than bacteria and that can enter your body and make you ill. If your body can protect itself against a particular virus, then you are immune to it. A vaccine is a medicine that makes you immune to a particular virus |
| 18955 |
I've been in bed all week with a virus. virus a disease caused by a virus |
| 18956 |
Most viruses are spread over the Internet. virus a program that enters your computer and damages or destroys information that you have stored |
| 18957 |
You're a fool if you think you'll ever see that money again. fool someone who does not behave in an intelligent or sensible way |
| 18958 |
How could you be such a stupid fool? fool someone who does not behave in an intelligent or sensible way |
| 18959 |
I felt such a fool when he used me as an example! fool feel (like) a fool someone who does not behave in an intelligent or sensible way |
| 18960 |
I'm not wearing that; I don't want to look like a fool. fool look (like) a fool someone who does not behave in an intelligent or sensible way |
| 18961 |
gooseberry rhubarb raspberry fool fool a sweet food made from crushed cooked fruit mixed with cream and served cold |
| 18962 |
Any fool can see that she's taking advantage of him. fool any fool used for saying that anyone at all can do or understand something because it is very easy or obvious |
| 18963 |
Any fool knows that! fool any fool used for saying that anyone at all can do or understand something because it is very easy or obvious |
| 18964 |
If she's fool enough to want you, she can have you. fool fool enough to do something so stupid that you do something that is not sensible |
| 18965 |
I felt that Sally had made a complete fool of me. fool make a fool (out) of someone to deliberately make someone seem stupid, for example by tricking them |
| 18966 |
He made a fool of himself by turning up drunk to a TV chat show. fool make a fool of yourself to make yourself seem stupid by behaving in a silly or embarrassing way |
| 18967 |
Well, more fool you if you give him any more of your money! fool (the) more fool you him her etc used for saying that you think someone is doing something stupid |
| 18968 |
Her eyes shone with intelligence: she was nobody's fool. fool no nobody's fool intelligent and with a lot of experience of life so that you do not allow other people to trick you |
| 18969 |
He just plays the fool, he's definitely not one. fool play act the fool to deliberately behave in a silly way that annoys people |
| 18970 |
What's that fool boy done now? fool stupid or silly |
| 18971 |
I was completely fooled by her. fool to trick someone by making them believe something that is not true |
| 18972 |
The men had even issued false documents to fool the police. fool to trick someone by making them believe something that is not true |
| 18973 |
Don't let anyone fool you into handing over large sums of money. fool fool someone into doing something to trick someone by making them believe something that is not true |
| 18974 |
She realized she'd been fooling herself – he didn't really love her at all. fool fool yourself to trick someone by making them believe something that is not true |
| 18975 |
Don't look so worried – I was only fooling. fool just only fooling pretending that something is true, as a joke |
| 18976 |
'Sam never meant to upset you.' 'Well, you could have fooled me!' fool you could have fooled me used for saying you do not believe something that someone is telling you |
| 18977 |
He sobbed as he relived the painful memory. painful painful memory reminder making you feel upset, ashamed, or unhappy |
| 18978 |
His autobiography recounts the unique and painful experience of imprisonment. painful painful experience making you feel upset, ashamed, or unhappy |
| 18979 |
The loss of her husband to cancer was unbearably painful. painful unbearably unbelievably painful making you feel upset, ashamed, or unhappy |
| 18980 |
My feet were sometimes so painful and swollen that I could not wear shoes. painful if part of your body is painful, you feel pain there |
| 18981 |
She suffers from stiff and painful joints. painful if part of your body is painful, you feel pain there |
| 18982 |
The sting can be excruciatingly painful. painful extremely terribly excruciatingly painful making you feel physical pain |
| 18983 |
His performance was painful to watch. painful done so badly that you feel embarrassed |
| 18984 |
a skirt with a slight flare flare a shape that becomes wider at one end |
| 18985 |
The candle flared, then flickered and went out. flare to suddenly burn or shine brightly |
| 18986 |
Tempers flared during the debates. flare to suddenly become angry or violent |
| 18987 |
Trouble flared in Greece, Cyprus, and the Czech Republic. flare if fighting or trouble flares, it begins or becomes worse |
| 18988 |
The horse's nostrils flared. flare to spread out or become wider at one end |
| 18989 |
He'd heard rumours about some big financial deal. rumour rumour about unofficial information that may or may not be true |
| 18990 |
Now there are rumours of wedding plans. rumour rumour of unofficial information that may or may not be true |
| 18991 |
He denied rumours that staff would lose their jobs. rumour rumour that unofficial information that may or may not be true |
| 18992 |
Rumour has it that he's seriously ill. rumour rumour has it that (=there is a rumour that) unofficial information that may or may not be true |
| 18993 |
A student had been spreading rumours about the teachers. rumour circulate spread rumours unofficial information that may or may not be true |
| 18994 |
Rumours are flying about a merger between the media giants. rumour rumours are flying (=there are many of them) unofficial information that may or may not be true |
| 18995 |
Security guards are posted in the hallway outside the president's office. hallway a long narrow passage inside a building with doors along it leading to rooms |
| 18996 |
He hung his coat in the hallway. hallway the area inside the front door of a house or other building that leads to other rooms |
| 18997 |
imperial power expansion domination imperial relating to an empire (=the rule of one country over several other countries) |
| 18998 |
Britain's imperial past imperial relating to an empire (=the rule of one country over several other countries) |
| 18999 |
the imperial family court imperial relating to an emperor or empress who is the ruler of an empire |
| 19000 |
an imperial decree imperial relating to an emperor or empress who is the ruler of an empire |
| 19001 |
There can be no justification for such rude behaviour. justification justification for a reason why something is correct and morally right |
| 19002 |
What's the justification for paying nurses so little? justification justification for doing something a reason why something is correct and morally right |
| 19003 |
He made a long speech in justification of his actions. justification in justification of something giving reasons why something is true or right |
| 19004 |
It has been claimed, with some justification, that his role in the negotiations was not as significant as history would have us believe. justification with some justification used for saying that someone is partly right about something |
| 19005 |
Whether I take the job depends on the availability of child care. availability availability of the state of being able to be obtained or used |
| 19006 |
I'll have to check my availability before I commit myself. availability the state of not being too busy to do something |
| 19007 |
We had a spectacular view of the coastline from the plane. spectacular extremely impressive |
| 19008 |
The show was a spectacular success. spectacular extremely impressive |
| 19009 |
The newspapers charted every moment of his spectacular fall from grace. spectacular very sudden or extreme, and therefore attracting a lot of attention |
| 19010 |
spectacularly beautiful scenery spectacular |
| 19011 |
the Atlantic Pacific Indian Ocean ocean one of the large areas of salt water that cover most of the Earth |
| 19012 |
Park there, you've got oceans of space. ocean ocean of a very large amount of something |
| 19013 |
They pushed the car over the edge of the cliff. cliff the steep side of an area of high land |
| 19014 |
the cliff edge face top cliff relating to a cliff |
| 19015 |
a degree in sociology and politics sociology the scientific study of society, the way that it is organized, and the way that people behave in relation to each other |
| 19016 |
Sadly, they chose to ignore our advice. sadly used for showing that you think something is bad or wrong |
| 19017 |
a sadly neglected puppy sadly used for showing that you think something is bad or wrong |
| 19018 |
'My best friend is leaving,' she said sadly. sadly in a way that shows sadness |
| 19019 |
Jim Perry was a wonderful employee and will be sadly missed. sadly in a way that causes sadness |
| 19020 |
If you think it's okay to cheat in an exam, you're sadly mistaken. sadly be sadly mistaken to be completely wrong |
| 19021 |
a nuclear missile missile a weapon that travels under its own power for long distances and explodes when it hits its target |
| 19022 |
The motive for the missile attack was not initially clear. missile a weapon that travels under its own power for long distances and explodes when it hits its target |
| 19023 |
The growers use both natural and artificial light. artificial made by people and used instead of something natural |
| 19024 |
The product contains no artificial colours, flavours, or preservatives. artificial made by people and used instead of something natural |
| 19025 |
artificial flowers fur snow artificial made by people to look very like something natural |
| 19026 |
Our new policies are designed to break down artificial barriers to women's advancement. artificial caused or created as a result of human influence or action |
| 19027 |
An interview is a very artificial situation. artificial not done, dealt with, or expressed in a normal or natural way |
| 19028 |
She laughed a bright artificial laugh. artificial artificial behaviour is not sincere |
| 19029 |
To some people, the clarity of CD sound seems artificial. artificial something that looks or sounds artificial does not seem real |
| 19030 |
the Queen's private apartment apartment a set of large rooms with expensive decorations and furniture, kept for a special purpose or used by someone important |
| 19031 |
He's just trying to provoke you. provoke to deliberately try to make someone angry |
| 19032 |
She couldn't provoke him into arguing. provoke provoke someone into doing something to deliberately try to make someone angry |
| 19033 |
The Minister's speech has provoked a furious reaction. provoke provoke a reaction response to cause a reaction, especially an angry one |
| 19034 |
Her decision to leave her child provoked outrage. provoke provoke outrage hostility to cause a reaction, especially an angry one |
| 19035 |
an oral agreement oral spoken but not written |
| 19036 |
oral health hygiene oral connected with the mouth |
| 19037 |
oral contraceptives oral oral medicine is taken by mouth |
| 19038 |
The students give their responses orally. oral |
| 19039 |
The medicine is taken orally. oral |
| 19040 |
I know I'm going to fail my German oral. oral a spoken examination, especially in a foreign language |
| 19041 |
Be an angel and get me a cup of coffee. angel a very kind person |
| 19042 |
In simultaneous announcements, the two men resigned from their jobs. simultaneous happening or done at the same time |
| 19043 |
a film that opened simultaneously in the US and in Europe simultaneous |
| 19044 |
a spare key battery pair of glasses spare a spare object is one that you keep in addition to other similar objects so that it is available if you need it |
| 19045 |
Bring a towel and some spare clothes. spare a spare object is one that you keep in addition to other similar objects so that it is available if you need it |
| 19046 |
Every spare patch of land has been converted into a vegetable garden. spare available |
| 19047 |
The hospital has no spare operating capacity. spare available |
| 19048 |
the spare bedroom spare available to be shared, or given to someone, because it is additional to what you need for yourself |
| 19049 |
She was about thirty-seven, tall, and spare. spare thin |
| 19050 |
a spare writing style spare plain and simple without any unnecessary detail or decoration |
| 19051 |
Can I borrow these books if they're going spare? spare be going spare used for saying that something is available for someone if they want it |
| 19052 |
Trevor went spare when he saw me with another man. spare go spare to get extremely angry |
| 19053 |
'This torch is broken.' 'That's okay, I've got a spare.' spare something that you have in addition to other similar things and can use if you need another one |
| 19054 |
Can you spare a couple of pounds? spare if you can spare something, you can give or lend it to someone because you don't need it |
| 19055 |
We can't spare the staff for training sessions. spare if you can spare something, you can give or lend it to someone because you don't need it |
| 19056 |
Can you spare a couple of hours on Tuesday? spare if you can spare time, you have it available |
| 19057 |
We arrived at the airport with just 20 minutes to spare. spare if you can spare time, you have it available |
| 19058 |
It's kind of you to spare me a moment. spare spare someone something if you can spare time, you have it available |
| 19059 |
Thank God she had been spared the ordeal of surgery. spare spare someone something to prevent someone from experiencing an unpleasant, painful, or embarrassing situation or feeling |
| 19060 |
At least spare him the humiliation of having to ask for money. spare spare someone the embarrassment pain trouble etc to prevent someone from experiencing an unpleasant, painful, or embarrassing situation or feeling |
| 19061 |
Luckily the floods spared this historic church. spare to not harm, damage, or kill someone or something |
| 19062 |
Civilians were not spared in the attack. spare to not harm, damage, or kill someone or something |
| 19063 |
The commander was so impressed by their bravery that he spared their lives. spare spare someone's life to not harm, damage, or kill someone or something |
| 19064 |
We've got food to spare. spare money room time etc to spare more than enough money room time etc |
| 19065 |
I'll spare you the details, but he wasn't very complimentary. spare spare someone the details to not tell someone every detail about something because it is too boring, personal, or unpleasant |
| 19066 |
Don't try to spare our feelings – tell us the truth. spare spare someone's feelings to avoid doing something that would cause someone to feel sad or upset |
| 19067 |
We will spare no effort to find the culprit of this crime. spare spare no effort to do everything that is necessary to make something succeed |
| 19068 |
She spared no expense in getting the house to look just right. spare spare no expense to spend as much money as necessary to make something good, without worrying about the cost |
| 19069 |
Please, spare a thought for the homeless this Christmas. spare spare a thought for someone to think about someone who is in a difficult situation |
| 19070 |
It seems a shame to waste all this food. shame a reason for feeling sad or disappointed |
| 19071 |
It was a shame that you couldn't come with us. shame a reason for feeling sad or disappointed |
| 19072 |
It would have been a crying shame if we had lost the game. shame a great crying terrible shame a reason for feeling sad or disappointed |
| 19073 |
It was a nice idea. Shame about the way it was done. shame shame about a reason for feeling sad or disappointed |
| 19074 |
He speaks about his affair without shame. shame a guilty and embarrassed feeling that you have when you or someone else has behaved badly |
| 19075 |
The people who let this happen should hang their heads in shame. shame bow hang your head in shame (=hold your head down and look away from people because you feel ashamed) a guilty and embarrassed feeling that you have when you or someone else has behaved badly |
| 19076 |
Has he no shame? shame the ability to feel guilty or embarrassed when you or someone else behaves badly |
| 19077 |
They accused her of bringing shame and disgrace on the family. shame loss of respect or a good reputation because of your own or someone else's bad behaviour or bad performance |
| 19078 |
There is no shame in failing. shame loss of respect or a good reputation because of your own or someone else's bad behaviour or bad performance |
| 19079 |
To their shame, they were proved wrong. shame to someone's shame loss of respect or a good reputation because of your own or someone else's bad behaviour or bad performance |
| 19080 |
She's resigned? Oh, what a shame. shame (oh,) what a shame used for expressing sympathy or disappointment |
| 19081 |
They're so efficient they put us to shame. shame put someone something to shame to make someone or something seem bad or less impressive by comparison |
| 19082 |
Shame on you for not helping her! shame shame on you used for telling someone that they should feel guilty or embarrassed |
| 19083 |
The behaviour of the fans has shamed the team. shame to make someone feel guilty or embarrassed |
| 19084 |
Mum thought my divorce shamed the family. shame to cause yourself or someone else to lose respect or a good reputation |
| 19085 |
The standards these workers have achieved shames our own efforts. shame to make someone or something seem bad or less impressive by comparison |
| 19086 |
Surely an intelligent person like you can deal with this. intelligent good at thinking clearly and quickly, at understanding difficult ideas and subjects, and at gaining and using knowledge |
| 19087 |
He was highly intelligent, but disliked studying. intelligent highly intelligent good at thinking clearly and quickly, at understanding difficult ideas and subjects, and at gaining and using knowledge |
| 19088 |
an intelligent guess conversation question intelligent showing intelligence |
| 19089 |
Is there intelligent life elsewhere in the universe? intelligent able to think, understand, and learn |
| 19090 |
word processors with intelligent formatting systems intelligent intelligent software is able to react and deal with changes or different situations in a way that is similar to human intelligence |
| 19091 |
an intelligently written article intelligent |
| 19092 |
Shops will exchange unwanted goods entirely at their discretion. discretion at someone's discretion (=according to someone's judgment or decision) the right or ability to make a judgment or decision |
| 19093 |
Teachers must be allowed to exercise their own discretion in choosing suitable classroom materials. discretion exercise use discretion the right or ability to make a judgment or decision |
| 19094 |
The investigation will be carried out with the utmost discretion. discretion careful and sensitive behaviour that does not upset or offend people |
| 19095 |
a wealthy local businessman businessman a man who works in business, especially a manager |
| 19096 |
He's a better football coach than he is a businessman. businessman a man who is good at dealing with financial matters |
| 19097 |
an explicit statement warning threat explicit said or explained in an extremely clear way, so that you cannot doubt what is meant |
| 19098 |
explicit instructions directions explicit said or explained in an extremely clear way, so that you cannot doubt what is meant |
| 19099 |
Possible side effects should be made explicit. explicit make something explicit said or explained in an extremely clear way, so that you cannot doubt what is meant |
| 19100 |
Can you be a little more explicit? explicit if someone is explicit, they say or explain something in a very clear direct way |
| 19101 |
He is being very explicit about his dissatisfaction with the company. explicit explicit about if someone is explicit, they say or explain something in a very clear direct way |
| 19102 |
the film's explicit sex scenes explicit showing or describing sex or violence with a lot of detail |
| 19103 |
Nothing in the contract says explicitly how its terms will be enforced. explicit |
| 19104 |
The violence is never explicitly shown. explicit |
| 19105 |
He was still wearing his school uniform. uniform a set of clothes that you wear to show that you are part of a particular organization or school |
| 19106 |
a police uniform uniform a set of clothes that you wear to show that you are part of a particular organization or school |
| 19107 |
Most of the kids were wearing the standard student uniform of jeans and black T-shirt. uniform the type of clothes that a particular person usually wears |
| 19108 |
soldiers in uniform uniform wearing a uniform |
| 19109 |
those in uniform who died in wartime uniform serving as a member of the armed forces |
| 19110 |
The policy ensures a uniform standard of health care throughout the country. uniform the same everywhere |
| 19111 |
The staff are uniformly polite and cheerful. uniform |
| 19112 |
There was a long queue and no one behind the counter. counter a long flat surface where customers are served, for example in a shop or a bank |
| 19113 |
a cheese counter counter a long flat surface where customers are served, for example in a shop or a bank |
| 19114 |
the casino's high-speed coin counters counter a machine or piece of equipment that counts something and shows the total |
| 19115 |
a rev counter counter a machine or piece of equipment that counts something and shows the total |
| 19116 |
a counter to unfair criticism counter something that you say to reply to a criticism or argument |
| 19117 |
They sell pornography under the counter to customers. counter under the counter bought or sold secretly and illegally |
| 19118 |
The policy is divisive, and runs counter to common sense. counter run counter to something opposite, or with an opposite purpose |
| 19119 |
'Yes,' Leah countered, 'but the truth is you just don't want to do it.' counter to reply to a criticism or statement that you disagree with |
| 19120 |
How can we counter these rumours? counter to reply to a criticism or statement that you disagree with |
| 19121 |
The government countered with a flurry of briefings. counter to reply to a criticism or statement that you disagree with |
| 19122 |
Caffeine is known to counter tiredness. counter to take action in order to oppose or stop something or reduce its negative effects |
| 19123 |
The film's main characters counter the familiar racial stereotypes. counter to take action in order to oppose or stop something or reduce its negative effects |
| 19124 |
a counter-proposal counter- opposing: used with some nouns, adjectives, and verbs |
| 19125 |
an effective way to counteract global warming counter- opposing: used with some nouns, adjectives, and verbs |
| 19126 |
Their efforts have all been counterproductive. counter- opposing: used with some nouns, adjectives, and verbs |
| 19127 |
We were cold, tired, and hungry. hungry feeling that you want to eat |
| 19128 |
She was beginning to feel hungry again. hungry feeling that you want to eat |
| 19129 |
Hungry children search for food in the streets. hungry without the food you need to stay strong and healthy |
| 19130 |
If crops are destroyed, thousands may go hungry. hungry go hungry without the food you need to stay strong and healthy |
| 19131 |
a hungry young actor hungry wanting something, or wanting to do something very much |
| 19132 |
People are hungry for news. hungry hungry for wanting something, or wanting to do something very much |
| 19133 |
There were three hungry mouths to feed at home. hungry a hungry mouth (to feed) someone who is depending on you to provide food |
| 19134 |
power-hungry politicians #NAME? used with some nouns to make adjectives meaning wanting or needing a particular thing |
| 19135 |
We are job-hungry in Scotland and we need this money. #NAME? used with some nouns to make adjectives meaning wanting or needing a particular thing |
| 19136 |
basic necessities like food and clothing clothing clothes in general |
| 19137 |
a piece item article of clothing clothing clothes in general |
| 19138 |
the clothing industry clothing clothes in general |
| 19139 |
outdoor protective waterproof clothing clothing clothes of a particular type |
| 19140 |
We had a romantic dinner in an expensive restaurant. romantic making you have feelings of love and excitement |
| 19141 |
What could be more romantic than a wedding on a tropical island? romantic making you have feelings of love and excitement |
| 19142 |
Romantic relationships between staff and students are discouraged. romantic involving love and sex |
| 19143 |
a romantic city romantic used about beautiful places that make you think about love |
| 19144 |
It's a very romantic film. romantic used about books, plays, and films about love |
| 19145 |
romantic comedy fiction romantic used about books, plays, and films about love |
| 19146 |
I doubt that your romantic vision of country life matches the reality. romantic someone who is romantic tends to believe that things are better or more exciting than they really are |
| 19147 |
the Romantic tradition romantic relating to the style of literature, art, and music known as romanticism |
| 19148 |
the Romantic poets romantic relating to the style of literature, art, and music known as romanticism |
| 19149 |
Harry and Stephanie are romantically involved. romantic |
| 19150 |
The castle is romantically situated amid spectacular scenery. romantic |
| 19151 |
She's married to an old-fashioned romantic. romantic someone who has a strong belief in love and likes to do things that show their love |
| 19152 |
Matches this season have attracted record attendances. attendance the number of people who are present at an event or in a place such as a school or church |
| 19153 |
Church attendance dropped sharply in the 1970s. attendance the number of people who are present at an event or in a place such as a school or church |
| 19154 |
It is a parent's responsibility to ensure children's regular attendance at school. attendance the fact of being present at an event or of going regularly to school, church etc |
| 19155 |
If you look at our attendance record, you'll see that it is exceptional. attendance the fact of being present at an event or of going regularly to school, church etc |
| 19156 |
The Duke of York will be in attendance at tonight's gala concert. attendance present somewhere, often at an important or official event |
| 19157 |
The two ladies in attendance on the Queen were sitting in a corner talking quietly. attendance in attendance on staying or travelling with someone in order to serve or look after them |
| 19158 |
a part-time job part-time done for only part of the time that an activity is usually performed |
| 19159 |
a part-time student worker part-time doing part-time work or study |
| 19160 |
She works part-time at the nursery. part-time |
| 19161 |
The new policy has the backing of several leading Democrats. backing support, help, or active approval |
| 19162 |
a backing singer group backing music that is played or sung to add to the main singer's voice |
| 19163 |
carpet backing backing material used for making the back of something |
| 19164 |
a tingling sensation sensation a physical feeling |
| 19165 |
a sensation of nausea sensation sensation of a physical feeling |
| 19166 |
He had the uncomfortable sensation that he was being watched. sensation a feeling, especially a strange one, caused by a particular experience |
| 19167 |
When she awoke she had lost all sensation in both of her legs. sensation the ability to feel something, especially by touching it |
| 19168 |
The show caused a sensation when it was first performed. sensation an event that causes a lot of excitement and interest |
| 19169 |
an international carrier carrier a company that moves goods or people from one place to another |
| 19170 |
the collection and classification of data classification classification of the process of putting people or things into particular groups according to the features that they have |
| 19171 |
Hotels within this classification offer only basic facilities. classification a group into which someone or something is put because of the features that they have |
| 19172 |
'Don't go!' he begged. beg to ask for help, an opportunity etc in a way that shows you want it very much |
| 19173 |
The boy was screaming and begging for mercy. beg beg (someone) for something to ask for help, an opportunity etc in a way that shows you want it very much |
| 19174 |
We begged her for another chance. beg to ask for help, an opportunity etc in a way that shows you want it very much |
| 19175 |
She had written a letter begging him to come back. beg beg someone (not) to do something to ask for help, an opportunity etc in a way that shows you want it very much |
| 19176 |
I begged to be allowed to join them. beg beg to do something to ask for help, an opportunity etc in a way that shows you want it very much |
| 19177 |
Yes, I do want him to give me the job, but I refuse to beg! beg to ask for something in a way that shows you are not proud |
| 19178 |
homeless people begging on the streets beg to ask people for money or food, usually because you are very poor |
| 19179 |
The boys went from door to door begging for money. beg beg for to ask people for money or food, usually because you are very poor |
| 19180 |
He would beg food from other children at school. beg beg something from someone to ask people for money or food, usually because you are very poor |
| 19181 |
I'll have that last biscuit if it's going begging. beg be going begging if something is going begging, anyone can have it because no one else wants it |
| 19182 |
I was determined to beg, borrow, or steal a copy of that book from somewhere. beg beg or borrow something to manage to find something you need by whatever method you can |
| 19183 |
If she got caught stealing money and she's still here, it begs the question: What would she have to do to get fired? beg to make you want to know the answer to a particular question |
| 19184 |
The whole idea of a Patients' Charter begs the question that the government should be involved in the first place. beg to discuss a problem, issue, or fact as if it definitely exists, even though it may not exist |
| 19185 |
'Are you ready to leave?' 'I beg your pardon?' 'I was just asking if you're ready to leave.' beg used for asking someone to repeat something because you did not hear them. 'Pardon?' or 'Sorry?' are less formal ways of saying this |
| 19186 |
Oh, I beg your pardon, I didn't realize this was your chair. beg used for saying you are sorry because you have made a slight mistake, for example because you have stood on someone's foot. 'Sorry' is a less formal way of saying this |
| 19187 |
'Jenny doesn't concentrate when she's driving.' 'I beg your pardon! She's a very good driver!' beg used for showing that you disagree very strongly with what someone has just said |
| 19188 |
Technical specifications are included in the appendix to Chapter 9. appendix a section giving extra details at the end of a book, part of a book, or document |
| 19189 |
I turned round and saw him standing in the doorway. doorway the space created when you open a door |
| 19190 |
the density of vegetation in the area density the amount of something in a place |
| 19191 |
legislative proposals that would reduce the amount of hazardous waste legislative relating to laws or to the process of creating new laws |
| 19192 |
the legislative power of the upper house legislative relating to laws or to the process of creating new laws |
| 19193 |
a legislative body assembly council authority legislative used for talking about groups of people who have the power to create new laws |
| 19194 |
legislative elections (=for electing people to a legislative body) legislative used for talking about groups of people who have the power to create new laws |
| 19195 |
Was this a hint that he'd had enough of her company for tonight? hint hint that something that you say to show what you are thinking or feeling, without saying it directly |
| 19196 |
She hoped he would take the hint and leave her alone. hint take a the hint (=understand what someone wants you to do) something that you say to show what you are thinking or feeling, without saying it directly |
| 19197 |
Sam keeps dropping hints about what he wants for his birthday. hint drop a hint (=say something in an indirect way) something that you say to show what you are thinking or feeling, without saying it directly |
| 19198 |
Ferguson has dropped his broadest hint yet that he will retire next year. hint something that you say to show what you are thinking or feeling, without saying it directly |
| 19199 |
There was a hint of impatience in his voice. hint hint of a small amount of something |
| 19200 |
yellow with a hint of green hint a small amount of something |
| 19201 |
The profession welcomed the recommendations with more than a hint of relief. hint more than a hint of something (=a lot of something) a small amount of something |
| 19202 |
'I am clearly the best man for the job,' he declared, without the slightest hint of irony. hint a small amount of something |
| 19203 |
'Maybe,' she replied with the hint of a smile. hint a the hint of a smile a small amount of something |
| 19204 |
After ten days of negotiations, there was still no hint of a breakthrough. hint a sign that something exists or is going to happen |
| 19205 |
The early morning weather gave no hint of the storms to come. hint give no little hint of something a sign that something exists or is going to happen |
| 19206 |
This leaflet is full of handy hints about safety in the home. hint helpful handy hints a useful suggestion or piece of advice |
| 19207 |
hints on how to improve your computer skills hint hint on a useful suggestion or piece of advice |
| 19208 |
The Prime Minister hinted that the crisis could continue throughout the summer. hint hint (that) to say what you are thinking or feeling in an indirect way |
| 19209 |
Officials are hinting at the possibility of signing an agreement this week. hint hint at to say what you are thinking or feeling in an indirect way |
| 19210 |
The shower isn't working. shower a piece of equipment that produces a flow of water that you stand under to wash your body |
| 19211 |
Is Sue still in the shower? shower in the shower (=washing yourself under a shower) a small room or area with a shower |
| 19212 |
I'm going to have a nice hot shower and go to bed. shower have a shower the activity of washing yourself by standing under a shower |
| 19213 |
Tonight there's a 50% chance of showers. shower a short period when it rains or snows |
| 19214 |
A log in the fire broke, sending out a shower of sparks. shower a large number of things moving through the air or falling together |
| 19215 |
A shower of dust fell from the roof. shower a large number of things moving through the air or falling together |
| 19216 |
a baby bridal wedding shower shower a party arranged for a woman by her friends, in which they give her presents because she will soon have a baby or get married |
| 19217 |
I need to shower and dress. shower to wash yourself in a shower |
| 19218 |
He showered her with flowers and jewellery. shower shower someone with something to give a large number of things or a large amount of something to someone |
| 19219 |
Susan showered kisses on the baby. shower shower something on upon someone to give a large number of things or a large amount of something to someone |
| 19220 |
Bullets showered the building. shower to fall in large quantities |
| 19221 |
The window smashed and glass showered down on the children. shower shower down to fall in large quantities |
| 19222 |
After graduation he took a succession of low-paid jobs. succession a series of people or things of the same type |
| 19223 |
The story brought an endless succession of journalists to the city. succession a series of people or things of the same type |
| 19224 |
the succession to the English throne succession the process by which one person comes after another as a king, queen, or leader |
| 19225 |
Hankins has won the tournament five times in succession. succession twice three etc times in succession in a series |
| 19226 |
They had questions fired at them in quick succession. succession in quick rapid succession in a series |
| 19227 |
a nasty cold wind nasty very unpleasant to taste, smell, see, or feel |
| 19228 |
nasty-looking bugs nasty very unpleasant to taste, smell, see, or feel |
| 19229 |
cheap and nasty red wine nasty cheap and nasty very unpleasant to taste, smell, see, or feel |
| 19230 |
a nasty divorce task job nasty a nasty situation is unpleasant or upsetting |
| 19231 |
My phone bill came as a nasty shock. nasty a nasty shock surprise a nasty situation is unpleasant or upsetting |
| 19232 |
She said some very nasty things about him. nasty nasty behaviour is unkind or offensive |
| 19233 |
a nasty look nasty nasty behaviour is unkind or offensive |
| 19234 |
a mean, nasty man woman child nasty a nasty person says or does unkind things to people |
| 19235 |
Some really nasty people are looking for him. nasty used for talking about behaviour and people that are threatening |
| 19236 |
He could turn nasty. nasty turn nasty used for talking about behaviour and people that are threatening |
| 19237 |
a nasty accident injury cough cold nasty serious or dangerous |
| 19238 |
some nasty environmental effects nasty serious or dangerous |
| 19239 |
a nasty storm nasty serious or dangerous |
| 19240 |
I've got a nasty feeling about buying this car. nasty have a nasty feeling suspicion used for saying you feel certain that something bad is happening or will happen |
| 19241 |
Drivers have a nasty habit of cutting this corner. nasty have a nasty habit way of doing something used for talking about people or things that often behave or surprise you in an unpleasant way |
| 19242 |
These schemes have a nasty habit of becoming too complicated. nasty have a nasty habit way of doing something used for talking about people or things that often behave or surprise you in an unpleasant way |
| 19243 |
It was only a small betrayal, but it left a nasty taste. nasty leave a nasty taste used for saying that you are still upset about something that happened |
| 19244 |
It was a nasty business firing those men. nasty a nasty business a situation that is unpleasant or upsetting, especially one that is unfair or involves violence |
| 19245 |
Treatment of the disease depends on its severity and duration. duration the period of time during which something continues to happen or exist |
| 19246 |
The duration of the film is 110 minutes. duration duration of the period of time during which something continues to happen or exist |
| 19247 |
Passengers are requested not to smoke for the duration of the flight. duration for the duration of something the period of time during which something continues to happen or exist |
| 19248 |
The solar eclipse was roughly two minutes in duration. duration in duration the period of time during which something continues to happen or exist |
| 19249 |
We don't know how long the building work will last, but we'll be staying with friends for the duration. duration for the duration until a period of time ends |
| 19250 |
a desert of car parks and concrete buildings desert a boring place where nothing happens or where everything is the same |
| 19251 |
a story in which a woman deserts her husband desert to leave someone in a situation where they have no help or support |
| 19252 |
The birds had already deserted the nest. desert if people or animals desert a place, no one is left there |
| 19253 |
Judy felt that her luck had deserted her. desert if a feeling, quality, or skill deserts you, you suddenly no longer have it |
| 19254 |
He always paid by credit card and kept the receipts. receipt a document that you get from someone showing that you have given them money or goods |
| 19255 |
I want a receipt for all the items that were in this office. receipt receipt for a document that you get from someone showing that you have given them money or goods |
| 19256 |
They qualified for receipt of the state pension at age 65. receipt receipt of the act of receiving something |
| 19257 |
Bills are due upon receipt. receipt on upon receipt (of something) (=when you receive something) the act of receiving something |
| 19258 |
Tax receipts exceeded 2 million. receipt the total amount of money that a business or organization receives in a particular period of time |
| 19259 |
My wife's a native New Yorker, but I'm from Atlanta. native living in a particular country, area, or city since birth |
| 19260 |
Monique returns to her native France every summer. native living in a particular country, area, or city since birth |
| 19261 |
After a long stay in England he's back in his native land. native native land (=the country that you were born in) living in a particular country, area, or city since birth |
| 19262 |
Pupils are encouraged to develop their native skills. native native abilities or qualities are those that you have had since birth |
| 19263 |
The territory was divided between the Burgundians and the native population. native relating to the first people to live in an area |
| 19264 |
Elephants are native to Africa and Asia. native native to native plants or animals have always existed in a place |
| 19265 |
The larger frogs are a native species. native native species native plants or animals have always existed in a place |
| 19266 |
native habitat native relating to the place where a plant or animal has always lived |
| 19267 |
He's a native of Edinburgh but now lives in London. native native of someone who was born in a particular place |
| 19268 |
The hospital has its own chapel. chapel a small church, or a special room used as a church, where Christians can pray or worship |
| 19269 |
Her story was quite amazing. amazing very surprising |
| 19270 |
It's amazing how stupid people can be. amazing very surprising |
| 19271 |
Their last CD sold an amazing 2 million copies. amazing used about something surprising that is also very impressive |
| 19272 |
I think you are doing an amazing job with those children. amazing used about something surprising that is also very impressive |
| 19273 |
We had an amazing time in Thailand. amazing very pleasant or enjoyable |
| 19274 |
What an amazing meal! amazing very pleasant or enjoyable |
| 19275 |
The weekend has gone by amazingly fast. amazing |
| 19276 |
Hopefully, we'll get more news next week. hopefully used for saying that you hope something will happen |
| 19277 |
He looked at her hopefully. hopefully feeling or showing hope |
| 19278 |
re your order No 2231 of 30 November re used in business letters for introducing the subject that you are going to write about |
| 19279 |
Previous applicants need not reapply. re- again: used with many verbs, nouns, or adjectives |
| 19280 |
the re-election of the Mayor re- again: used with many verbs, nouns, or adjectives |
| 19281 |
reheated soup re- again: used with many verbs, nouns, or adjectives |
| 19282 |
We've decided to redecorate the kitchen. re- again in a different way: used with many verbs, nouns, or adjectives |
| 19283 |
a rearrangement of our plans re- again in a different way: used with many verbs, nouns, or adjectives |
| 19284 |
a completely rewritten script re- again in a different way: used with many verbs, nouns, or adjectives |
| 19285 |
She reappeared a few minutes later. re- back to the way that something was before: used with many verbs and nouns |
| 19286 |
the recapture of the city re- back to the way that something was before: used with many verbs and nouns |
| 19287 |
the company's fleet of vehicles fleet a group of vehicles, planes, boats, or trains, especially when they are owned by one organization or person |
| 19288 |
Survivors were taken to hospital in a fleet of ambulances. fleet a group of vehicles, planes, boats, or trains, especially when they are owned by one organization or person |
| 19289 |
the French US Greek fleet fleet a group of ships, or all the ships in a nation's navy |
| 19290 |
the whaling fleet fleet all the boats used for fishing from one port, area, or country, or for a particular type of fish |
| 19291 |
Spain has Europe's largest fishing fleet. fleet all the boats used for fishing from one port, area, or country, or for a particular type of fish |
| 19292 |
The two of them are in a comparable financial situation. comparable fairly similar to another thing, so that it is reasonable to compare them |
| 19293 |
The salary is comparable with that of a junior doctor. comparable comparable to with fairly similar to another thing, so that it is reasonable to compare them |
| 19294 |
No comparable studies exist. comparable equal to something else in quality or importance |
| 19295 |
oxygen tanks oxygen a gas in the air that has no smell or taste, and that all animals depend on to breathe |
| 19296 |
Installation is simple and straightforward. installation the process of putting a new system or piece of equipment in its place and making it ready for use |
| 19297 |
The installation of a new computer system will take about a week. installation installation of the process of putting a new system or piece of equipment in its place and making it ready for use |
| 19298 |
changes to an existing installation installation a system or piece of equipment that has been installed somewhere |
| 19299 |
New Zealand has no nuclear installations. installation a building or structure, especially one that is important for an army, industry, or government |
| 19300 |
Fighter bombers are attacking key installations in and around the city. installation a building or structure, especially one that is important for an army, industry, or government |
| 19301 |
a software developer developer someone whose job is to create new ideas and products, especially new computer products |
| 19302 |
Grants are available for projects that tackle disadvantage in deprived areas. disadvantage something that makes someone or something less effective, successful, or attractive |
| 19303 |
One of the disadvantages of the job is the long hours I work. disadvantage disadvantage of something that makes someone or something less effective, successful, or attractive |
| 19304 |
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living abroad. disadvantage advantages and disadvantages (=good and bad features of something) something that makes someone or something less effective, successful, or attractive |
| 19305 |
Anyone not familiar with the Internet is at a serious disadvantage. disadvantage at a disadvantage less likely to succeed than other people or things |
| 19306 |
The strength of the company puts competitors at a great disadvantage. disadvantage put place someone at a disadvantage less likely to succeed than other people or things |
| 19307 |
Making such inflammatory remarks will only work to his disadvantage. disadvantage be work to someone's disadvantage to make someone unlikely to succeed |
| 19308 |
a recipe for apple pie recipe a set of instructions for cooking or preparing a particular food |
| 19309 |
Giving your kids too much freedom can be a recipe for disaster. recipe be a recipe for something to make it extremely likely that something will happen |
| 19310 |
ice salt sugar snow crystals crystal a piece of a substance that has a regular shape with many sides and is formed when the substance becomes solid |
| 19311 |
a crystal necklace crystal a piece of crystal used as a jewel |
| 19312 |
a set of crystal wine glasses crystal clear glass of very good quality |
| 19313 |
We should use the good crystal at dinner tonight. crystal objects such as glasses and bowls made from crystal |
| 19314 |
The new proposals need some modification. modification a small change to something, especially to a machine, system, or plan |
| 19315 |
A minor modification to the aircraft's door has been made. modification modification to a small change to something, especially to a machine, system, or plan |
| 19316 |
The board has requested modifications of the rules. modification modification of a small change to something, especially to a machine, system, or plan |
| 19317 |
behaviour modification modification the process of changing something slightly, especially in order to improve it |
| 19318 |
It's just after midnight. midnight twelve o'clock at night |
| 19319 |
Clarke remains champion for the sixth successive year. successive coming or happening one after another in a series |
| 19320 |
The 16 finalists will play off to see who will win the championship. play off if two or more teams or players who have the same number of points in a competition play off, they play a game or games to see who is the winner |
| 19321 |
Ipswich won the play-off 3–2. play-off an extra game that is played to decide the winner after a game or series of games ends with an equal score |
| 19322 |
Mr Owen was formerly a partner in a London firm. formerly in the past |
| 19323 |
Ho Chi Minh City, formerly called Saigon formerly in the past |
| 19324 |
There was a loud knocking on the door. loud used for describing a sound that is strong and very easy to hear |
| 19325 |
The music is deafeningly loud. loud used for describing a sound that is strong and very easy to hear |
| 19326 |
He said, 'Can I help you?' in a very loud voice. loud in a loud voice used for describing a sound that is strong and very easy to hear |
| 19327 |
a loud patterned shirt loud very bright in a way that does not show good taste |
| 19328 |
The trade unions have been loud in their opposition to privatization. loud be loud in your support opposition expressing an opinion very often or very clearly |
| 19329 |
There has been loud condemnation of the policy from all sides. loud used about the opinion itself |
| 19330 |
My mum says I play my music too loud. loud loudly |
| 19331 |
Don't talk so loud. loud loudly |
| 19332 |
The message from voters came across loud and clear. loud loud and clear clearly expressed and easy to understand |
| 19333 |
Each child reads out loud. loud out loud in a way that other people can hear |
| 19334 |
Take no notice, I was just thinking out loud. loud think out loud to think about something by talking, either to yourself or with other people |
| 19335 |
hundreds of sheep packed into trucks truck a large road vehicle used for carrying goods |
| 19336 |
a ten-ton truck truck a large road vehicle used for carrying goods |
| 19337 |
a truck driver truck a large road vehicle used for carrying goods |
| 19338 |
They have no truck with the idea of social equality. truck have want no truck with to be unwilling to accept someone or something or to be involved with them |
| 19339 |
Leni suffered a stroke last year, and is unable to walk. stroke have suffer a stroke a medical condition in which blood is suddenly blocked and cannot reach the brain, or in which a blood vessel in the brain breaks, often causing a loss of the ability to speak or to move particular muscles |
| 19340 |
Winning the lottery was quite a stroke of luck. stroke a stroke of luck good fortune an unexpected but important event or action |
| 19341 |
Using green as a background was a real stroke of genius (=an idea that shows great intelligence). stroke a stroke of genius inspiration brilliance an unexpected but important event or action |
| 19342 |
These plans are seen as a bold stroke by the local council. stroke a bold master stroke an unexpected but important event or action |
| 19343 |
With each stroke of the whip, the horse galloped faster. stroke a hit made with someone's hand, a stick, or another object |
| 19344 |
He slammed the ball over the net with a powerful backhand stroke. stroke an instance of hitting the ball in some sports, or the way in which someone hits it |
| 19345 |
With powerful strokes she pulled ahead of the others. stroke a style of swimming, or one complete movement of the arms and legs in swimming |
| 19346 |
At the stroke of nine (=at exactly nine o'clock) the band began to play. stroke one of the series of sounds that some clocks make to mark the hour, or the time marked by this |
| 19347 |
a brush stroke stroke a single short line or mark made with a pen or brush |
| 19348 |
She gave the dog's head a stroke. stroke a gentle movement of your hand across skin, hair, or fur |
| 19349 |
The tree was split by a stroke of lightning. stroke an instance of lightning hitting something |
| 19350 |
They added 230 customers to their list at a stroke. stroke at a stroke one stroke with a single action that changes things completely |
| 19351 |
You haven't done a stroke of work all morning. stroke not do a stroke of work to do no work at all |
| 19352 |
He was put off his stroke by the arguing in the next room. stroke put someone off their stroke to cause someone to stop what they are doing or to make a mistake |
| 19353 |
With the stroke of a pen, the chairman had signed away the company. stroke with a the stroke of a pen used for emphasizing that something important is done by the simple act of signing a document |
| 19354 |
She stroked his hair as he gradually fell asleep. stroke to gently move your hand over skin, hair, or fur |
| 19355 |
The proposal was no doubt drawn up on the back of an envelope. envelope on the back of an envelope quickly and without thinking about all the details |
| 19356 |
Chinese companies have always pushed the envelope with regard to exports to the US market. envelope push the envelope to go to the limits of what you are allowed to do |
| 19357 |
There has been a great deal of speculation about what will happen after the elections. speculation speculation about ideas or discussion about why something has happened or what might happen |
| 19358 |
Shannon is visiting Britain amid speculation that a deal has been done. speculation speculation that ideas or discussion about why something has happened or what might happen |
| 19359 |
The visit has fuelled speculation that the pair are planning to get married. speculation fuel prompt speculation (=cause speculation) ideas or discussion about why something has happened or what might happen |
| 19360 |
Government officials dismissed the report as pure speculation. speculation pure mere speculation (=guesses that are completely wrong) ideas or discussion about why something has happened or what might happen |
| 19361 |
Canals were dug to connect England's industrial cities with the sea. canal an artificial river |
| 19362 |
the Panama Canal canal an artificial river |
| 19363 |
the alimentary canal canal a passage in the body shaped like a tube |
| 19364 |
She became depressed and experienced an increasing sense of isolation. isolation the state of being separated from other people, or a situation in which you do not have the support of other people |
| 19365 |
Isolation from family and friends can lead to feelings of anxiety. isolation isolation from the state of being separated from other people, or a situation in which you do not have the support of other people |
| 19366 |
How will the country deal with its increasing political isolation? isolation a situation in which a country or group is alone and without support because other countries or groups stop dealing with it |
| 19367 |
Individual economic policies shouldn't be viewed in isolation. isolation if something is considered in isolation, it is considered separately from other similar things |
| 19368 |
Patients with severe symptoms are treated in isolation for the first few days. isolation in a place away from other people, animals, or things |
| 19369 |
Marie's smile slowly faded. fade if something fades, it gradually becomes less clear or noticeable until it finally disappears |
| 19370 |
His bruises are starting to fade now. fade if something fades, it gradually becomes less clear or noticeable until it finally disappears |
| 19371 |
The laughter faded when they saw Karl's face. fade if a sound fades, it gradually becomes quieter until you cannot hear it any more |
| 19372 |
They heard footsteps go past the room, then fade into the distance. fade fade into if a sound fades, it gradually becomes quieter until you cannot hear it any more |
| 19373 |
The sun had faded the red curtains. fade if the colour of something fades, or if something fades it, it gradually becomes paler |
| 19374 |
Hopes that he will be found alive are fading. fade if a memory or feeling fades, it gradually becomes weaker until you do not have it any more |
| 19375 |
After one hit record he rapidly faded into obscurity. fade to become less famous or less important |
| 19376 |
faded blue jeans fade |
| 19377 |
the faded glory of the old hotel fade |
| 19378 |
organic inorganic chemistry chemistry the scientific study of the structure of substances and the way they react with other substances |
| 19379 |
a professor of chemistry chemistry the scientific study of the structure of substances and the way they react with other substances |
| 19380 |
the complex chemistry of the human body chemistry the chemistry of a plant, animal, or thing is its structure and the reactions that take place within it |
| 19381 |
The chemistry between the marketing manager and his assistant was obvious. chemistry the emotional relationship between people, especially when they are strongly attracted to each other |
| 19382 |
The policy had caused thousands of families unnecessary suffering. unnecessary used for describing something that should not have happened because it could have been avoided |
| 19383 |
The delay was totally unnecessary. unnecessary used for describing something that should not have happened because it could have been avoided |
| 19384 |
Some of her remarks were quite unnecessary. unnecessary unkind, rude, or offensive |
| 19385 |
Remove all unnecessary files from your computer. unnecessary not needed |
| 19386 |
The instructions are unnecessarily complicated. unnecessary |
| 19387 |
We were railroaded into accepting the deal. railroad railroad someone into (doing) something to force someone to do something that they do not really want to do |
| 19388 |
a defender of human rights defender defender of someone who supports something or who works to prevent it from being lost or taken away |
| 19389 |
Tell us what your stance is on capital punishment. stance stance on towards against an attitude or view about an issue that you state clearly |
| 19390 |
We need to take a more positive stance towards globalization. stance adopt take a stance an attitude or view about an issue that you state clearly |
| 19391 |
The bombing was unlikely to force the government to change its stance. stance change alter modify maintain your stance an attitude or view about an issue that you state clearly |
| 19392 |
She took up a fighting stance. stance a way of standing or holding your body, especially for a particular purpose |
| 19393 |
Danny's upright stance made him appear the taller of the two. stance a way of standing or holding your body, especially for a particular purpose |
| 19394 |
the sin of pride greed sin an action, thought, or way of behaving that is wrong according to religious laws |
| 19395 |
Christians believe in the forgiveness of sins. sin an action, thought, or way of behaving that is wrong according to religious laws |
| 19396 |
She had committed a sin and was ashamed to confess it. sin commit (a) sin an action, thought, or way of behaving that is wrong according to religious laws |
| 19397 |
It's a sin the way she spends money. sin an action or way of behaving that you think is morally wrong |
| 19398 |
To her I was guilty of the sin of being too happy. sin used about something that some people think is bad but is not really serious |
| 19399 |
I'm now the person in charge, for my sins. sin for my sins used for saying that a responsibility that you have or that particular situation that affects you seems like a punishment, although you are not very upset by it |
| 19400 |
He's never going to agree to that. Be realistic! realistic able to understand and accept things as they really are |
| 19401 |
The recession has made people more realistic about what they can afford to buy. realistic realistic about able to understand and accept things as they really are |
| 19402 |
Changing your job is the only realistic solution. realistic based on facts and situations as they really are |
| 19403 |
It is time to make a realistic assessment of the danger. realistic based on facts and situations as they really are |
| 19404 |
He has a realistic chance of winning a seat in the election. realistic based on facts and situations as they really are |
| 19405 |
I don't think it's very realistic to expect her to help us. realistic it is realistic to do something based on facts and situations as they really are |
| 19406 |
That fur looks very realistic. realistic used about an artificial object or substance that looks very much like a natural object or substance |
| 19407 |
The government pays subsidies to farmers to produce particular crops. subsidy an amount of money that the government or another organization pays to help to reduce the cost of a product or service |
| 19408 |
a housing subsidy subsidy an amount of money that the government or another organization pays to help to reduce the cost of a product or service |
| 19409 |
boxes full of books, toys, and games toy an object that a child can play with, especially a model of a real thing such as a car or an animal |
| 19410 |
a toy soldier gun car toy used for describing a toy that is a model of a particular thing |
| 19411 |
Dave's bought a new digital camera – it's his latest toy. toy a piece of equipment that you enjoy using |
| 19412 |
Jerry toyed with the stem of his glass as he spoke. toy to keep touching or moving something with your fingers, usually because you are nervous |
| 19413 |
I've been toying with the idea of starting my own business. toy to consider an idea in a way that is not serious or definite |
| 19414 |
Are you sleepy, darling? darling used for talking to someone you love |
| 19415 |
She's such a darling, isn't she? darling someone who is very kind |
| 19416 |
a stock market media darling darling someone who is liked or admired very much by a particular group of people |
| 19417 |
He quickly became the darling of the extreme left. darling darling of someone who is liked or admired very much by a particular group of people |
| 19418 |
Darling Peter, you know how much you mean to me. darling loved very much by someone |
| 19419 |
What a darling little dress! I simply must have it! darling very attractive. People who use this word do not usually sound sincere |
| 19420 |
Are there any decent restaurants around here? decent good, or good enough |
| 19421 |
Barcelona have a decent chance of winning the game. decent good, or good enough |
| 19422 |
a decent caring man decent behaving towards other people in an honest, fair, and nice way |
| 19423 |
It was decent of David to offer to pay. decent it is decent of someone to do something behaving towards other people in an honest, fair, and nice way |
| 19424 |
When I told her the truth, she was quite decent about it. decent be decent about something behaving towards other people in an honest, fair, and nice way |
| 19425 |
It's not decent to get married again so soon after your husband has died. decent considered by most people to be moral, good, or reasonable |
| 19426 |
After such rudeness, the chairman should do the decent thing and apologize publicly. decent do the decent thing (=do what is right) considered by most people to be moral, good, or reasonable |
| 19427 |
Don't look – I'm not decent yet! decent wearing enough clothes to not be embarrassed to let other people see you |
| 19428 |
their long struggle for liberty and independence liberty the freedom to think or behave in the way that you want and not be controlled by a government or by other people |
| 19429 |
The use of surveillance cameras could infringe people's personal liberties. liberty a particular kind of freedom, especially one that you have a legal right to |
| 19430 |
He was finally given his liberty at the age of 68. liberty freedom from being kept in prison |
| 19431 |
Two members of the gang are still at liberty. liberty at liberty freedom from being kept in prison |
| 19432 |
It would be a bit of a liberty if one of my friends used my house while I was away. liberty something that offends someone because you have not asked their permission |
| 19433 |
As the investigation is still under way, we are not at liberty to release any names. liberty be at liberty to do something to be allowed to do something |
| 19434 |
I took the liberty of asking an old friend to join us for dinner. liberty I took the liberty of doing something used for telling someone that you have done something without their permission but you hope that they approve of this |
| 19435 |
The government has taken liberties with the facts in order to support their case. liberty to represent information in a way that is not exactly correct |
| 19436 |
They promised to love each other forever. forever for all time in the future, or for as long as you can imagine |
| 19437 |
The film seemed to go on forever. forever for a long time, usually longer than you would like |
| 19438 |
He promised to be her friend forever and ever. forever forever and ever for now and all time in the future: used for emphasis, especially by children or in children's stories |
| 19439 |
He is forever talking about his car. forever forever doing something used for emphasizing that someone does something very often, and that this is very annoying |
| 19440 |
The drive to her aunt's house seemed to take forever. forever take forever to take much more time than you would like |
| 19441 |
She was wearing a skirt and blouse. skirt a piece of clothing for a woman or girl. It hangs from the waist and is not joined between the legs |
| 19442 |
a straight pleated full skirt skirt a piece of clothing for a woman or girl. It hangs from the waist and is not joined between the legs |
| 19443 |
She smoothed down the skirt of her dress. skirt the part of a dress or coat that is below the waist |
| 19444 |
The pilots skirted the Moroccan coast. skirt to go around the edge of a place or thing |
| 19445 |
They skirted the field to avoid the mud. skirt to go around the edge of a place or thing |
| 19446 |
He just skirted around the subject. skirt to avoid talking about something unpleasant |
| 19447 |
A senior embassy official is coordinating efforts to free the captives. coordinate to organize the different parts of a job or plan so that the people involved work together effectively |
| 19448 |
It was her task to coordinate all the relevant information. coordinate to organize things into a system |
| 19449 |
Children have to learn to coordinate eye and hand movements. coordinate to control the movements of different parts of your body so that they work well together |
| 19450 |
The governor's tactics involved accusing his opponent of being too liberal. tactic a particular method or plan for achieving something |
| 19451 |
She had often used the tactic of threatening to resign. tactic a particular method or plan for achieving something |
| 19452 |
Others were furious at the government's strong-arm tactics over the vote. tactic strong-arm tactics (=methods involving threats, force, or violence) a particular method or plan for achieving something |
| 19453 |
He is one of the most influential figures in the government. influential able to influence the way other people think or behave |
| 19454 |
The study looks at the influential role of professional athletes in public life. influential able to influence the way other people think or behave |
| 19455 |
a highly influential book influential very highly influential able to influence the way other people think or behave |
| 19456 |
She was extremely influential in raising people's awareness of the disease. influential be influential in doing something able to influence the way other people think or behave |
| 19457 |
an upper-class British accent accent a way of saying words that shows what country, region, or social class someone comes from |
| 19458 |
Tom hasn't lost his broad Irish accent. accent a way of saying words that shows what country, region, or social class someone comes from |
| 19459 |
The kids all put on a phoney American accent. accent put on an accent a way of saying words that shows what country, region, or social class someone comes from |
| 19460 |
There's an acute accent on the first 'e'. accent a mark above a letter that shows how you pronounce it |
| 19461 |
The accent is on the first syllable. accent the correct emphasis on a particular part of a word or phrase when you say it |
| 19462 |
At the hotel, the accent is on luxury. accent accent on a special emphasis given to something |
| 19463 |
Motorists are fuming over the latest petrol shortages. fume to feel or show a lot of anger |
| 19464 |
Why do chemical compounds behave as they do? compound a chemical substance that consists of two or more elements that together form a molecule. Each different compound has a fixed ratio of elements. For example the water compound (H2O) consists of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom |
| 19465 |
Water is a compound of hydrogen and oxygen. compound a chemical substance that consists of two or more elements that together form a molecule. Each different compound has a fixed ratio of elements. For example the water compound (H2O) consists of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom |
| 19466 |
a herbal compound used for treating headaches compound something that consists of two or more substances mixed together |
| 19467 |
John and Steve working together? That's a lethal compound. compound a combination of things |
| 19468 |
Their problems are compounded by the fact that Mary's just lost her job. compound to make a problem or difficult situation worse |
| 19469 |
a feeling compounded of relief and shame compound be compounded of something to be made up of two or more things |
| 19470 |
a compound leaf compound made up of two or more parts |
| 19471 |
a clever lucky poor bastard bastard used after an adjective for talking to or about someone in a funny or sympathetic way |
| 19472 |
Passing the final examination is going to be a real bastard. bastard something that is very difficult or annoying |
| 19473 |
Mix all the ingredients together and place them in a shallow dish. ingredient one of the foods or liquids that you use in making a particular meal |
| 19474 |
The food is home cooked using fresh ingredients. ingredient one of the foods or liquids that you use in making a particular meal |
| 19475 |
Our products contain only natural ingredients. ingredient one of the substances that are combined to make something. The active ingredient of a drug or medicine is the thing that makes it effective |
| 19476 |
Good communication is an essential ingredient of good management. ingredient an essential vital important ingredient one of the things that give something its character or that make it effective |
| 19477 |
Life in a small village can be very dull. dull boring, or not interesting |
| 19478 |
a dull lecture dull boring, or not interesting |
| 19479 |
hair that looks dull and lifeless dull not bright or shiny |
| 19480 |
a dull colour dull not bright or shiny |
| 19481 |
She had a dull expression on her face. dull not able to understand or react to what is happening |
| 19482 |
I felt a dull ache in my stomach. dull a dull pain is not very strong but continues for a long time |
| 19483 |
There was a dull thud from the flat above. dull a dull sound is low and not very clear |
| 19484 |
He really is the dullest boy in the class. dull not intelligent |
| 19485 |
Fatigue had dulled her mind. dull to make someone's mind slower or less able to understand, think, hear etc |
| 19486 |
His senses were dulled by drugs. dull to make someone's mind slower or less able to understand, think, hear etc |
| 19487 |
The drug can dull the pain, but not completely eliminate it. dull to make a feeling weaker |
| 19488 |
The carpet dulled the sound of their footsteps. dull to make a sound weaker or less clear |
| 19489 |
a distinguished scholar scholar someone who studies a particular subject and knows a lot about it, especially a subject that is not scientific |
| 19490 |
Scholars have long argued about the question. scholar someone who studies a particular subject and knows a lot about it, especially a subject that is not scientific |
| 19491 |
Clinton was a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University. scholar someone who is given a scholarship to study at a particular school or university |
| 19492 |
He could see the faint glow of a lamp through the curtains. faint a faint sight, sound, smell, or taste is not strong or clear |
| 19493 |
His voice was so faint as to be almost inaudible. faint a faint sight, sound, smell, or taste is not strong or clear |
| 19494 |
the faint scent of woodsmoke faint a faint sight, sound, smell, or taste is not strong or clear |
| 19495 |
Her memories of her father were very faint. faint used about memories and feelings |
| 19496 |
She shrugged, forcing a faint smile. faint used about the expression on someone's face |
| 19497 |
He looked around the room in the faint hope that Sam might suddenly appear. faint a faint hope or possibility is very slight |
| 19498 |
Dan suddenly felt faint. faint feeling that you are going to become unconscious |
| 19499 |
Many people in the crowd fainted in the heat. faint to suddenly become unconscious for a short time, and usually fall to the ground |
| 19500 |
Do you believe in ghosts? ghost the spirit of a dead person that someone sees or hears |
| 19501 |
The ghost of a murdered woman is said to walk in the castle at night. ghost the ghost of someone the spirit of a dead person that someone sees or hears |
| 19502 |
the ghost of a smile ghost a the ghost of something a slight sign or possibility of something |
| 19503 |
a ghost of a chance ghost a the ghost of something a slight sign or possibility of something |
| 19504 |
Many people have given up the ghost and left the Party. ghost to stop trying to do something because your efforts have been unsuccessful |
| 19505 |
The printer's finally given up the ghost. ghost if a car or other machine gives up the ghost, it stops working completely |
| 19506 |
Works to be shown include sculptures by Houdon and Carpeaux. sculpture a solid object that someone makes as a work of art by shaping a substance such as stone, metal, or wood |
| 19507 |
a sale of 19th-century European paintings and sculpture sculpture a solid object that someone makes as a work of art by shaping a substance such as stone, metal, or wood |
| 19508 |
He was professor of sculpture at the Academy. sculpture the art of making sculptures |
| 19509 |
a ridiculous idea ridiculous silly or unreasonable and deserving to be laughed at |
| 19510 |
'There's something you're not telling me.' 'Don't be ridiculous!' ridiculous silly or unreasonable and deserving to be laughed at |
| 19511 |
She looks absolutely ridiculous in that hat. ridiculous silly or unreasonable and deserving to be laughed at |
| 19512 |
It's ridiculous to even think about going out in this storm. ridiculous it is ridiculous to do something silly or unreasonable and deserving to be laughed at |
| 19513 |
It's ridiculous that nobody's doing anything to stop it. ridiculous it is ridiculous that silly or unreasonable and deserving to be laughed at |
| 19514 |
Early diagnosis and treatment can prevent serious problems. diagnosis a statement about what disease someone has, based on examining them |
| 19515 |
Her doctor made a diagnosis of appendicitis. diagnosis a statement about what disease someone has, based on examining them |
| 19516 |
Because Henry hated to delegate, he was always overworked. delegate to give part of your work, duties, or responsibilities to someone who is junior to you |
| 19517 |
He always delegates boring tasks to his assistant. delegate delegate something to someone to give part of your work, duties, or responsibilities to someone who is junior to you |
| 19518 |
Bill was delegated to fetch the manager. delegate to choose someone to do a job for you or to represent you |
| 19519 |
What really underlies most heart disease? underlie to be the real or basic cause of or reason for something |
| 19520 |
The safety of children underlies all our decisions. underlie to be the real or basic cause of or reason for something |
| 19521 |
His hair was pulled back into a neat ponytail. neat carefully arranged and looking nice |
| 19522 |
She arranged the papers into three neat piles on her desk. neat carefully arranged and looking nice |
| 19523 |
Her uniform was always neat and clean. neat neat and clean carefully arranged and looking nice |
| 19524 |
The house was always neat and tidy. neat neat and tidy carefully arranged and looking nice |
| 19525 |
Chris is a very neat person. neat tending to keep things carefully arranged and looking nice |
| 19526 |
a neat way of solving the problem neat producing a result in a simple but intelligent way |
| 19527 |
a neat little cottage neat small and pleasing in appearance |
| 19528 |
He drank his whisky neat. neat a neat alcoholic drink is served without any ice and is not mixed with any other liquid |
| 19529 |
She's a really neat person – you'll like her. neat good, or nice |
| 19530 |
The clean clothes were neatly folded. neat |
| 19531 |
She was always neatly dressed. neat |
| 19532 |
The professor neatly summarized the history of the oil crisis. neat |
| 19533 |
Cyclists should carry a repair kit. kit a set of tools or equipment for a particular purpose or activity |
| 19534 |
a sewing kit kit a set of tools or equipment for a particular purpose or activity |
| 19535 |
He was wearing the new season's kit. kit clothes and equipment needed for a sport |
| 19536 |
Adam is old enough to wash his own football kit. kit gym swimming football etc kit clothes and equipment needed for a sport |
| 19537 |
He was all kitted out for a day's hiking. kit kit out to give someone all the clothes and equipment that are necessary for an activity |
| 19538 |
The lion's share of his money went to his grandchildren. lion the lion's share the largest part of something |
| 19539 |
the need for dialogue between both parents dialogue dialogue between a process in which two people or groups have discussions in order to solve problems |
| 19540 |
They are trying to open a dialogue with the opposing party. dialogue dialogue with a process in which two people or groups have discussions in order to solve problems |
| 19541 |
a dialogue between imaginary characters dialogue dialogue between a conversation between characters in a book, play, or film |
| 19542 |
The course uses taped dialogues. dialogue a conversation between people that is used for teaching languages |
| 19543 |
She carried the breakfast tray upstairs. tray a breakfast tea supper tray a flat piece of plastic, metal, or wood with raised edges, used for carrying things such as plates or food |
| 19544 |
Add more paper to the paper tray and continue printing. tray a flat open container with raised edges used for holding papers, documents etc |
| 19545 |
romantic fantasies of love fantasy sexual erotic romantic fantasies a pleasant, exciting, or unusual experience that you imagine is happening to you |
| 19546 |
He's always had fantasies about living in a castle. fantasy have fantasies of about something a pleasant, exciting, or unusual experience that you imagine is happening to you |
| 19547 |
He dismissed the story as 'pure fantasy'. fantasy a state or situation that is not true or real |
| 19548 |
I don't think he can tell the difference between fantasy and reality. fantasy a state or situation that is not true or real |
| 19549 |
Even as a boy he lived in a fantasy world. fantasy live in a fantasy world a state or situation that is not true or real |
| 19550 |
science fiction and futuristic fantasy fantasy a story that shows a lot of imagination and is very different from real life |
| 19551 |
Go forth and spread the word of God. forth away from a place |
| 19552 |
He drew forth an envelope. forth forwards, or out |
| 19553 |
Her first novel brought forth the scorn of critics. forth forwards, or out |
| 19554 |
Use a desk lamp when you study. lamp an electric light, especially a small one, that stands on a table or desk |
| 19555 |
an oil lamp lamp an oil or gas light, especially a small one, that you can carry |
| 19556 |
an ultra-violet lamp lamp a piece of equipment that produces light and heat, used in medical treatment and scientific research |
| 19557 |
The defence alleges that Jones was beaten up while in police custody. allege allege that to say that something is true or that someone has done something wrong or illegal, even though this has not been proved |
| 19558 |
He is alleged to have ordered the murder of a US citizen. allege be alleged to have done something to say that something is true or that someone has done something wrong or illegal, even though this has not been proved |
| 19559 |
We stock all leading brands. brand a product or group of products that has its own name and is made by one particular company. The word for a machine or vehicle made by one particular company is a make |
| 19560 |
I tried using a new brand of soap. brand brand of a product or group of products that has its own name and is made by one particular company. The word for a machine or vehicle made by one particular company is a make |
| 19561 |
He has his own special brand of humour. brand brand of a particular type of something |
| 19562 |
Prescott's down-to-earth brand of socialism brand a particular type of something |
| 19563 |
The men were branded liars by the judge. brand brand someone something (as) something to describe someone or something as a bad person or thing, especially when they do not deserve this |
| 19564 |
I don't want to be branded as a rebel. brand to describe someone or something as a bad person or thing, especially when they do not deserve this |
| 19565 |
This deal is the ideal compromise between your needs and their demands. compromise compromise between a way of solving a problem or ending an argument in which both people or groups accept that they cannot have everything they want |
| 19566 |
Both sides have agreed to meet, in the hope of reaching a compromise. compromise reach arrive at come to a compromise a way of solving a problem or ending an argument in which both people or groups accept that they cannot have everything they want |
| 19567 |
Neither of them is willing to make compromises. compromise make a compromise a way of solving a problem or ending an argument in which both people or groups accept that they cannot have everything they want |
| 19568 |
a compromise solution agreement settlement compromise involving a compromise |
| 19569 |
Her refusal to compromise infuriated her colleagues. compromise to solve a problem or end an argument by accepting that you cannot have everything that you want |
| 19570 |
We simply cannot compromise on the question of human rights. compromise compromise on to solve a problem or end an argument by accepting that you cannot have everything that you want |
| 19571 |
We cannot compromise the safety of our workers. compromise to risk harming or losing something important |
| 19572 |
Traditional supporters are accusing the party of compromising its principles. compromise to behave in a way that is not honest by doing things that do not agree with what you previously believed in or tried to achieve |
| 19573 |
The British flag is called the Union Jack. flag a piece of cloth decorated with the pattern and colours that represent a country or organization. A flag is often hung from a pole called a flagpole |
| 19574 |
There was a march with flags flying and drums beating. flag a piece of cloth decorated with the pattern and colours that represent a country or organization. A flag is often hung from a pole called a flagpole |
| 19575 |
A green flag indicates the start of the race. flag a piece of coloured cloth that is used for giving a signal |
| 19576 |
loyal to the flag flag the country that someone belongs to |
| 19577 |
Two players will fly the flag for Welsh golf in Europe next month. flag fly wave show the flag to show that you support your country or organization |
| 19578 |
After a long day, his energy flagged. flag to become tired or weak, or to begin to lack enthusiasm |
| 19579 |
The conversation was flagging until the mention of her name. flag to become tired or weak, or to begin to lack enthusiasm |
| 19580 |
I flagged any words I didn't know. flag to mark something so that you will be able to find it again |
| 19581 |
a water filter filter an object or piece of equipment that allows you to remove solid parts that are not wanted from a liquid or gas |
| 19582 |
The August sunlight filtered in through the blinds. filter filter through in into etc if light or sound filters into a place, only a little of it enters that place |
| 19583 |
The noise of the traffic filtered through the heavy curtains. filter if light or sound filters into a place, only a little of it enters that place |
| 19584 |
News of the decision filtered out to reporters. filter filter through out back etc if news or information filters out or through to people, they receive it gradually or after a period of time |
| 19585 |
These new ideas have not yet filtered down to sales staff. filter if news or information filters out or through to people, they receive it gradually or after a period of time |
| 19586 |
Everything we download from the Internet is automatically filtered through our virus software. filter to pass something through a filter to remove particular things contained in it |
| 19587 |
Most of the cars filtered off to the right. filter if traffic filters somewhere, it turns right or left when a separate traffic light gives it the signal to go |
| 19588 |
People began to filter into the theatre. filter filter in into out etc if people filter somewhere, they gradually go there |
| 19589 |
the reign of Queen Elizabeth II reign the period of time when a king or queen rules a country |
| 19590 |
Sampras reigned as the number one tennis player in the country. reign to be very important, or to be a powerful influence at a particular time |
| 19591 |
The state will execute him in 24 hours unless his appeal is granted. execute to kill someone as a punishment for a crime |
| 19592 |
Sidney and Russell were both executed for their part in the plot. execute execute someone for something to kill someone as a punishment for a crime |
| 19593 |
We check that all work is being executed according to the council's guidelines. execute to complete something that you have agreed or planned to do |
| 19594 |
The ankle twisted when she was executing a particularly complex step. execute to perform a difficult action or movement |
| 19595 |
She looked at him with a mixture of pity and disgust. pity a strong feeling of sympathy that you have for someone because they are very unhappy or in a bad situation |
| 19596 |
There was pity in her voice. pity a strong feeling of sympathy that you have for someone because they are very unhappy or in a bad situation |
| 19597 |
She felt pity for all the children living in such terrible conditions. pity feel pity for someone a strong feeling of sympathy that you have for someone because they are very unhappy or in a bad situation |
| 19598 |
In the past poor people were seen as objects of pity. pity an object of pity (=someone who people feel only sympathy for) a strong feeling of sympathy that you have for someone because they are very unhappy or in a bad situation |
| 19599 |
The judge showed no pity in her treatment of the youngsters. pity show (no) pity an attitude in which you are sympathetic towards someone and forgive them |
| 19600 |
For pity's sake, Jack, stop moaning. pity for pity's sake used for showing you are annoyed with someone |
| 19601 |
It's a pity we couldn't stay longer in Boston. pity it's a pity (that) used for saying that you are disappointed about something |
| 19602 |
It's a pity to waste this food. Can you eat it? pity it's a pity to do something used for saying that you are disappointed about something |
| 19603 |
It was a lovely wedding. Pity about the rain. pity (it's a) pity about used for saying that you are disappointed about something |
| 19604 |
It seems such a pity to be indoors in lovely weather like this. pity it seems a pity used for saying that you are disappointed about something |
| 19605 |
It was a great pity we couldn't visit the Louvre. pity a great pity used for saying that you are disappointed about something |
| 19606 |
'I couldn't get any tickets for the game.' 'Oh, what a pity!' pity what a pity (=that is a pity) used for saying that you are disappointed about something |
| 19607 |
'We've got a history class next, haven't we?' 'Yes, more's the pity.' pity more's the pity used when you are disappointed that something is true |
| 19608 |
Dirk took pity on me and let me stay at his house. pity take pity on someone to feel sorry for someone and try to help them |
| 19609 |
I pity the poor person who has to clean this mess up. pity to feel sorry for someone because they are in a bad situation |
| 19610 |
She pitied him living in such a horrible place. pity to feel sorry for someone because they are in a bad situation |
| 19611 |
I can see very little merit in this approach. merit an advantage or good quality that someone or something has |
| 19612 |
Viktor and Katya were arguing the merits of independence as I sat down. merit merit of an advantage or good quality that someone or something has |
| 19613 |
Attention to detail is one of the great merits of the book. merit an advantage or good quality that someone or something has |
| 19614 |
He's not a great writer, though his work does have some literary merit. merit the good qualities of someone or something that make you admire them or think they are important or valuable |
| 19615 |
The argument isn't without merit. merit the good qualities of someone or something that make you admire them or think they are important or valuable |
| 19616 |
Their ideas are of some merit but there are better ways. merit be of merit the good qualities of someone or something that make you admire them or think they are important or valuable |
| 19617 |
The successful candidate will be chosen on merit alone. merit on (someone's something's) merit according only to how good someone or something is, not for any other reason |
| 19618 |
We should judge her on her own merits rather than on her father's position in the company. merit judge someone something on their own merits according only to how good someone or something is, not for any other reason |
| 19619 |
The case definitely merits further investigation. merit to deserve or be worth something |
| 19620 |
a diagram of the manufacturing process diagram diagram of a drawing that explains something |
| 19621 |
a wool jacket wool cloth made from wool. Clothes that are made of wool are called woollen clothes |
| 19622 |
tests to identify the organism that causes the disease organism a living thing such as a person, animal, or plant, especially an extremely small living thing |
| 19623 |
The global economy is a complex organism. organism a system consisting of different parts that all fit together well so that it can operate and develop effectively |
| 19624 |
an elegant silk dress elegant elegant places and things are attractive because they are beautiful in a simple way |
| 19625 |
an elegant room house restaurant elegant elegant places and things are attractive because they are beautiful in a simple way |
| 19626 |
Their solution was much more elegant than mine. elegant an elegant theory or solution is impressive because it is simple and effective |
| 19627 |
She moved with natural elegance. elegant |
| 19628 |
an elegantly dressed young man elegant |
| 19629 |
Organizing a wedding is a major undertaking. undertaking something difficult or complicated that you do |
| 19630 |
He was required to give a written undertaking not to disclose the details of their contract. undertaking a promise, or an agreement |
| 19631 |
matters of lesser importance lesser smaller, less important, or less serious than something else |
| 19632 |
He was flanked by two officers of lesser rank. lesser smaller, less important, or less serious than something else |
| 19633 |
She was found guilty of the lesser charge of manslaughter. lesser lesser charge offence smaller, less important, or less serious than something else |
| 19634 |
A lesser man wouldn't have admitted he was wrong. lesser a lesser man woman person someone who is not as good or as moral as someone else |
| 19635 |
He's convinced the voters that he is the lesser of two evils. lesser the lesser of two evils the less unpleasant or harmful of two possible choices |
| 19636 |
She was encouraged by her mother and, to a lesser extent, her father. lesser to a lesser extent degree less strongly, or not as much |
| 19637 |
lesser developed countries lesser less |
| 19638 |
one of the lesser known English poets lesser less |
| 19639 |
It's been an absolutely marvellous day. marvellous extremely enjoyable or exciting |
| 19640 |
a marvellous performance trip party marvellous extremely enjoyable or exciting |
| 19641 |
We were served spaghetti with a marvellous pesto sauce. marvellous extremely good |
| 19642 |
Tell him I thought he was marvellous. marvellous extremely impressive |
| 19643 |
The team has been doing marvellously this season. marvellous |
| 19644 |
a marvellously light sponge cake marvellous |
| 19645 |
A more pleasant classroom environment could account for students' improved performance. improved better than before |
| 19646 |
a range of new improved products improved better than before |
| 19647 |
One of my sons lives locally. locally in the area where you live or that you are talking about |
| 19648 |
locally grown wheat locally locally elected produced provided etc in the area where you live or that you are talking about |
| 19649 |
locally strong winds locally in some areas only |
| 19650 |
The two countries fought for the right to become separate entities. entity a separate unit that is complete and has its own character |
| 19651 |
She accused him of rape. rape the crime of forcing someone to have sex by using violence |
| 19652 |
He was arrested and charged with attempted rape. rape the crime of forcing someone to have sex by using violence |
| 19653 |
a centre that offers support for rape victims rape relating to rape |
| 19654 |
the rape of the rain forests rape harm or destruction caused by using a place, especially an area of land, in an unsuitable way |
| 19655 |
The 15-year-old was raped on her way home from school. rape to force someone to have sex by using violence |
| 19656 |
Despite all my father's arguments, I still wasn't convinced. convinced certain that something is true |
| 19657 |
I am not completely convinced he understood the gravity of the situation. convinced convinced (that) certain that something is true |
| 19658 |
Millions of Filipinos remain convinced of her innocence. convinced convinced of certain that something is true |
| 19659 |
I descended into the valley. descend to go down a mountain or slope, or to go down some stairs |
| 19660 |
He slowly descended the stairs. descend to go down a mountain or slope, or to go down some stairs |
| 19661 |
The plane was preparing to descend. descend to come nearer to the ground |
| 19662 |
From here the path descends steeply. descend to become lower |
| 19663 |
At 6.30 pm the tropical darkness descends. descend if night or darkness descends, it starts to get dark |
| 19664 |
Total silence descended. descend if something such as a feeling or quality descends, people start to experience it |
| 19665 |
He was thrown backwards by the force of the explosion. backwards if you move or look backwards, you move or look in the direction that is behind you |
| 19666 |
I glanced backwards over my shoulder to see if anyone was following me. backwards if you move or look backwards, you move or look in the direction that is behind you |
| 19667 |
Count backwards from ten to one. backwards in the opposite way or order from usual |
| 19668 |
Let's work backwards through all the steps to see where we went wrong. backwards in the opposite way or order from usual |
| 19669 |
Your skirt is on backwards. backwards with the back part at the front |
| 19670 |
It's only by looking backwards that we can understand how these rivalries developed. backwards towards a time in the past |
| 19671 |
With these new weaker pollution controls, the government seems to be moving backwards. backwards not progressing but changing back to a previous worse state |
| 19672 |
Father Brogan began to pace backwards and forwards. backwards backwards and forwards moving first in one direction and then in the opposite direction many times |
| 19673 |
a child who is popular with her peers peer someone who is of the same age as another person |
| 19674 |
Few players have gained as much respect from their peers as Bobby Robson. peer someone who belongs to the same social or professional group as another person |
| 19675 |
As an actor she has few peers. peer someone who is as good as another person |
| 19676 |
She was peering through the window. peer peer into through at over etc to look very carefully, especially because something is difficult to see |
| 19677 |
Mary peered at her watch. peer to look very carefully, especially because something is difficult to see |
| 19678 |
Doctors believe the condition is caused by a genetic defect. genetic relating to genes, or to the study of genes |
| 19679 |
Carrie folded the letter and slid it into a drawer. fold to bend a piece of paper or cloth and press one part of it over another part |
| 19680 |
Fold the paper in half diagonally. fold fold something in half two to bend a piece of paper or cloth and press one part of it over another part |
| 19681 |
She folded the towel neatly and hung it over the rail. fold fold something neatly carefully to bend a piece of paper or cloth and press one part of it over another part |
| 19682 |
Fold the left flap over and hold it down. fold fold something over back down to bend a piece of paper or cloth and press one part of it over another part |
| 19683 |
She picked up the insect and gently folded it in a handkerchief. fold fold something in something to cover something by bending a piece of paper or cloth around it |
| 19684 |
He folded the newspaper carefully around the plants. fold fold something around something to cover something by bending a piece of paper or cloth around it |
| 19685 |
Jim folded the penknife and slipped it into his pocket. fold if something folds, or if you can fold it, you can bend part of it so that it becomes smaller and easier to carry or store |
| 19686 |
The bed folds away conveniently for storage. fold fold (something) up down away if something folds, or if you can fold it, you can bend part of it so that it becomes smaller and easier to carry or store |
| 19687 |
The table folds flat for easy storage. fold fold (something) flat if something folds, or if you can fold it, you can bend part of it so that it becomes smaller and easier to carry or store |
| 19688 |
Sue felt her legs folding under her, then she fainted. fold if your legs fold, they suddenly become weak and unable to support your weight, so that you fall to the ground |
| 19689 |
The border guard folded his arms across his chest and glared. fold fold your arms hands to cross one arm or hand over the other |
| 19690 |
Make a second fold 5 centimetres above the first. fold a bend or line on a piece of paper or cloth that you make when you press one part of it over another |
| 19691 |
Open the paper flat and cut along the fold. fold a bend or line on a piece of paper or cloth that you make when you press one part of it over another |
| 19692 |
the soft folds of the curtain fold a curved piece of cloth that hangs in a loose way |
| 19693 |
Her elegant legs were hidden in the folds of her skirt. fold a curved piece of cloth that hangs in a loose way |
| 19694 |
folds of fat flesh fold an area of skin that hangs in a loose way on someone's body |
| 19695 |
The village is hidden in a deep fold of the hills. fold an area of low land between hills |
| 19696 |
He is now firmly back in the conservative fold. fold in the fold a group of people who share the same ideas or aims or who live or work together |
| 19697 |
Emily longed to return to the family fold. fold return come back to the fold a group of people who share the same ideas or aims or who live or work together |
| 19698 |
We are hoping that these policies will bring reluctant voters back to the fold. fold bring someone back to the fold a group of people who share the same ideas or aims or who live or work together |
| 19699 |
Many Western Marxists left the Communist fold in the 1970s. fold leave stray from the fold a group of people who share the same ideas or aims or who live or work together |
| 19700 |
a fourfold increase (=an increase in an amount that makes it four times larger than before) #NAME? used with numbers to make adjectives and adverbs describing how much something increases |
| 19701 |
the Alaskan wilderness wilderness an area of land where people do not live or grow crops and where there are no buildings |
| 19702 |
The garden has become a weed-infested wilderness. wilderness a place that is not looked after |
| 19703 |
The party spent several years in the political wilderness. wilderness a period of time when you are not as successful as you were previously |
| 19704 |
For too long environmentalists have been a voice in the wilderness. wilderness a voice in the wilderness someone whose suggestions are ignored |
| 19705 |
They're looking to expand their portfolio of customers. portfolio used about other sets of things that belong to someone |
| 19706 |
an agency with an impressive portfolio of talent portfolio used about other sets of things that belong to someone |
| 19707 |
We are still hopeful that further talks will result in a consensus. consensus agreement among all the people involved |
| 19708 |
All good decisions are made by consensus. consensus by consensus agreement among all the people involved |
| 19709 |
The general consensus is that we should all get some sleep. consensus general consensus agreement among all the people involved |
| 19710 |
It will be difficult to reach any sort of consensus on this issue. consensus reach a consensus agreement among all the people involved |
| 19711 |
The Government claimed to have a mandate for their new legislation. mandate mandate for the authority of an elected government or official to do the things that they promised to do before an election |
| 19712 |
We will use this mandate from our electors to make independence our main aim. mandate mandate from the authority of an elected government or official to do the things that they promised to do before an election |
| 19713 |
He was elected with a clear mandate to reduce taxes. mandate a mandate to do something the authority of an elected government or official to do the things that they promised to do before an election |
| 19714 |
He will have to step down at the end of his mandate. mandate the period of time during which an elected government or official is allowed to be in power |
| 19715 |
Their mandate is to report back by March on how the new tax law will change employment. mandate an official order to do something |
| 19716 |
The committee is mandated to carry out prison checks. mandate to give someone the authority to do something |
| 19717 |
These proposals hope to reduce traffic and mandate lower speed limits. mandate to give an official order or make a law stating that something must be done |
| 19718 |
He wrote a doctoral thesis on the works of Carlo Crivelli. thesis thesis on a long piece of writing that is the final part of an advanced university degree |
| 19719 |
I don't agree with the central thesis of the article. thesis an idea, opinion, or theory that is used to explain something |
| 19720 |
Research confirms her thesis that not all women enjoy shopping. thesis someone's thesis (is) that an idea, opinion, or theory that is used to explain something |
| 19721 |
Ducks usually build their nests on the ground. nest build a nest a structure that birds make to keep their eggs and babies in |
| 19722 |
an ants' nest nest a place that insects or small animals such as mice make to live in |
| 19723 |
She made herself a little nest out of blankets. nest used for referring to a place that is warm, safe, and comfortable |
| 19724 |
a nest of tables nest nest of a set of similar things of different sizes that fit inside each other |
| 19725 |
Officials uncovered a nest of abuse and exploitation. nest nest of a place or situation that is full of bad people or activities |
| 19726 |
a nest of criminals spies nest a place or situation that is full of bad people or activities |
| 19727 |
All their children have flown the nest. nest leave fly the nest to move away from your parents' home because you are an adult |
| 19728 |
Do not disturb nesting birds or other wildlife. nest if a bird nests, it builds or uses a nest, especially to keep its eggs and babies in |
| 19729 |
Supplementary units can be nested within a core unit. nest to organize information so that one part is contained inside another |
| 19730 |
nested Word documents nest to put information inside a computer program that contains other information of the same type |
| 19731 |
Sarah frowned and shook her head. frown to move your eyebrows down and closer together because you are annoyed, worried, or thinking hard |
| 19732 |
Stephen frowned at Lily over the top of the Sunday paper. frown frown at to move your eyebrows down and closer together because you are annoyed, worried, or thinking hard |
| 19733 |
He put down his book with a slight frown. frown an expression on your face made by moving your eyebrows down and closer together that shows you are annoyed, worried, or thinking hard |
| 19734 |
Our friendship came to an abrupt end. abrupt sudden and unexpected, often in an unpleasant way |
| 19735 |
The sales clerks were abrupt and impatient with the customers. abrupt behaving or speaking in a way that seems rude to other people because you do not take the time to be friendly |
| 19736 |
The builders will start work tomorrow. builder someone whose job is to repair and build houses |
| 19737 |
a firm of boat builders builder someone whose job is to build a particular type of vehicle, system, or machine |
| 19738 |
The software has several new features put in by the builder. builder someone whose job is to build a particular type of vehicle, system, or machine |
| 19739 |
a confidence skills builder builder something that helps to produce or improve something |
| 19740 |
The foundation was formed specifically to administer the project. administer to be responsible for managing a company, organization, or institution |
| 19741 |
We do our best to see that justice is administered fairly. administer to be responsible for making certain that something is done according to the rules |
| 19742 |
It takes a lot of time to prepare, administer, and mark the tests. administer to be responsible for making certain that something is done according to the rules |
| 19743 |
The drugs are administered intravenously. administer to give someone a drug or medical treatment |
| 19744 |
He administered a sharp rebuke. administer to give someone a punishment |
| 19745 |
They agreed to send a delegation to the African summit meeting. delegation a group of people who represent a country, government, or organization |
| 19746 |
the installation of an improved heating system heating equipment that produces the heat used for heating a building |
| 19747 |
Let's put the heating on for a few hours. heating put turn switch the heating on equipment that produces the heat used for heating a building |
| 19748 |
Many parts of the country were without heating and lighting. heating the process of making something warm |
| 19749 |
heating bills costs heating the process of making something warm |
| 19750 |
the instinct of ducklings to follow their mother instinct a natural tendency to behave in a particular way that people and animals are born with and that they obey without knowing why. For example the maternal instinct is a woman's natural tendency to behave like a mother |
| 19751 |
the instinct for survival instinct instinct for a natural tendency to behave in a particular way that people and animals are born with and that they obey without knowing why. For example the maternal instinct is a woman's natural tendency to behave like a mother |
| 19752 |
My first instinct was to turn and run. instinct a natural ability to know what to do in a particular situation |
| 19753 |
Potential investors want to know that you've got strong entrepreneurial instincts. instinct a natural ability to know what to do in a particular situation |
| 19754 |
It's always best to trust your instincts. instinct trust follow your instincts a natural ability to know what to do in a particular situation |
| 19755 |
Instinct told me that it would be unwise to return home. instinct instinct tells warns you a natural ability to know what to do in a particular situation |
| 19756 |
a lovesick teenager teenager a young person between the ages of 13 and 19 |
| 19757 |
She must feel desperately lonely with all her family in Scotland. lonely unhappy because you are alone or because you have no friends |
| 19758 |
a long lonely walk lonely done or happening while you are alone and feeling lonely |
| 19759 |
a lonely childhood lonely done or happening while you are alone and feeling lonely |
| 19760 |
The car broke down on a lonely stretch of country road. lonely a lonesome place is far from where people live, and not many people go there |
| 19761 |
the President's official residence residence a house or other place where someone lives, especially a large house used by an important person |
| 19762 |
The building is partly a museum and partly a private residence. residence a house or other place where someone lives, especially a large house used by an important person |
| 19763 |
After many years of residence in Paris, he returned home. residence the fact that someone lives somewhere, or the period of time that they spend living there |
| 19764 |
He took up residence in Hollywood in 1999. residence take up residence (=start to live somewhere) the fact that someone lives somewhere, or the period of time that they spend living there |
| 19765 |
The proposal would grant US residence to up to 20,000 refugees. residence the legal right to live in a country that is not your own |
| 19766 |
the guests who were in residence at the hotel residence living somewhere |
| 19767 |
There is a clear link between exposure to radiation and some forms of cancer. radiation a form of energy produced during a nuclear reaction that is used for making electrical power but can also kill or harm humans who receive too much of it |
| 19768 |
Some workers at the power station were exposed to high levels of radiation. radiation a form of energy produced during a nuclear reaction that is used for making electrical power but can also kill or harm humans who receive too much of it |
| 19769 |
a radiation leak radiation consisting of radiation, or caused by radiation |
| 19770 |
ultraviolet radiation from the sun radiation a type of energy that is sent out in the form of electromagnetic waves, for example, heat, light, or radio waves |
| 19771 |
He opened a drawer and extracted a file. extract to remove something from a particular place |
| 19772 |
The pulp was crushed to extract the juice. extract to remove a substance from another substance |
| 19773 |
a method of extracting sulphur from copper ore extract extract something from something to remove a substance from another substance |
| 19774 |
The army uses force to extract confessions. extract to get something from someone who does not want to give it to you |
| 19775 |
It is not easy to extract information from the Minister. extract extract something from someone to get something from someone who does not want to give it to you |
| 19776 |
She managed to extract a promise of support from her employers. extract extract a promise concession to get something from someone who does not want to give it to you |
| 19777 |
Our data is extracted from the project records. extract extract something from something to get the exact information that you need from a lot of information that you have |
| 19778 |
He read several extracts from his latest novel. extract extract from a short piece of writing taken from something such as a book or letter |
| 19779 |
malt extract extract a substance that has been taken from a plant or from another substance |
| 19780 |
natural herbal extracts extract a substance that has been taken from a plant or from another substance |
| 19781 |
You have to be prepared to make concessions in a relationship. concession make a concession something you give or allow to someone in order to reach an agreement |
| 19782 |
The company has already made several concessions on pay. concession concession on something you give or allow to someone in order to reach an agreement |
| 19783 |
He said there could be no concessions to the terrorists. concession concession to something you give or allow to someone in order to reach an agreement |
| 19784 |
His only concession to the formality of the occasion was to wear a tie. concession concession to something that you choose to do because it is sensible or convenient for the situation you are in |
| 19785 |
Russia has recently sold timber concessions to Japanese and Korean companies. concession a right that is given to a person or group, for example to sell something or do a particular activity |
| 19786 |
Tickets cost 10 (5 concessions). concession a reduction in the price of something for some groups of people such as students |
| 19787 |
Not all local authorities provide travel concessions for pensioners. concession travel concessions a reduction in the price of something for some groups of people such as students |
| 19788 |
tax concessions concession a reduction in the rate of something such as taxes for some groups of people |
| 19789 |
Rebel leaders are demanding autonomy for the region. autonomy a situation in which a state, region, or organization is independent and has the power to govern itself |
| 19790 |
New regulations have severely restricted the autonomy of doctors. autonomy the power to make your own decisions |
| 19791 |
Computer-generated images will become an accepted norm in films. norm something that is usual or expected |
| 19792 |
These children live in communities where failure is the norm. norm the norm something that is usual or expected |
| 19793 |
Fast cars have become the norm. norm something that is usual or expected |
| 19794 |
Students who fall below the norm should be encouraged to improve. norm the norm an average standard or level |
| 19795 |
Each culture develops its own social norms. norm standards of behaviour that are accepted in a particular society |
| 19796 |
a jazz rock classical musician musician someone who performs or writes music, especially as their job |
| 19797 |
a high school graduate graduate someone who has finished their studies at a high school, college, or university |
| 19798 |
careers for history graduates graduate someone who has a degree from a university |
| 19799 |
an Oxford graduate graduate someone who has a degree from a university |
| 19800 |
a graduate of Aston University graduate graduate of someone who has a degree from a university |
| 19801 |
Candidates should be graduates in science or engineering. graduate graduate in someone who has a degree from a university |
| 19802 |
He graduated from Yale University in 1936. graduate graduate from to complete your studies at a university or college, usually by getting a degree |
| 19803 |
one of the first women to graduate in history and languages at the Sorbonne graduate graduate in to complete your studies at a university or college, usually by getting a degree |
| 19804 |
Universities in Thailand graduate 6,000 engineers each year. graduate to give a student a degree or other qualification after a course of study |
| 19805 |
Some children had graduated to reading books without pictures. graduate to make progress, or to reach a higher position |
| 19806 |
He eventually graduated from clerical work to his present role. graduate to make progress, or to reach a higher position |
| 19807 |
graduate students graduate postgraduate |
| 19808 |
There's no need to apologize. apologize to tell someone that you are sorry for doing something wrong or for causing a problem |
| 19809 |
I apologize for taking so long to reply. apologize apologize for to tell someone that you are sorry for doing something wrong or for causing a problem |
| 19810 |
You should apologize to your customers for wasting their money. apologize apologize to to tell someone that you are sorry for doing something wrong or for causing a problem |
| 19811 |
The newspaper has apologized unreservedly for printing false allegations about her. apologize apologize profusely sincerely unreservedly to tell someone that you are sorry for doing something wrong or for causing a problem |
| 19812 |
He is at the height of his fame and glory. glory admiration and praise that you get because you have done something impressive |
| 19813 |
I did the hard work and someone else got all the glory. glory get (all) the glory admiration and praise that you get because you have done something impressive |
| 19814 |
The film studio is still basking in the glory of its 14 Oscar nominations. glory bask in the glory of something (=enjoy it) admiration and praise that you get because you have done something impressive |
| 19815 |
She enjoyed the reflected glory of her daughter's fame. glory reflected glory (=glory because of someone else's success) admiration and praise that you get because you have done something impressive |
| 19816 |
This rose is one of the glories of his garden. glory glory of a good quality that makes you admire someone or something |
| 19817 |
It will cost millions of pounds to restore the mansion to its former glory. glory great beauty |
| 19818 |
The road to the west reveals the forest in all its glory. glory in all its their etc glory looking very beautiful or impressive |
| 19819 |
'But why?' he persisted. persist to continue to do or say something in a determined way |
| 19820 |
They are determined to persist with their campaign. persist persist with to continue to do or say something in a determined way |
| 19821 |
She persisted in her refusal to pay. persist persist in to continue to do or say something in a determined way |
| 19822 |
Why do you persist in denying that it was your fault? persist persist in doing something to continue to do or say something in a determined way |
| 19823 |
Call your doctor if the symptoms persist for more than three days. persist to continue to exist |
| 19824 |
The crew of the tanker were rescued just minutes before it sank in heavy seas. rescue to save someone from a dangerous or unpleasant situation |
| 19825 |
He had been trying to rescue a young woman from an arranged marriage to an elderly relative. rescue rescue someone from something to save someone from a dangerous or unpleasant situation |
| 19826 |
an attempt to rescue the peace process rescue to prevent a business, project etc from failing |
| 19827 |
She won praise for rescuing an ailing business from near bankruptcy. rescue rescue something from something to prevent a business, project etc from failing |
| 19828 |
Rescuers searched the rubble for survivors. rescue |
| 19829 |
the dramatic rescue of 24 hostages rescue an act of saving someone or something from danger, failure, or an unpleasant situation |
| 19830 |
The failing company is hoping international banks will come to the rescue. rescue come to the rescue an act of saving someone or something from danger, failure, or an unpleasant situation |
| 19831 |
a rescue operation attempt rescue relating to or involved in a rescue |
| 19832 |
rescue services workers rescue relating to or involved in a rescue |
| 19833 |
The crowd applauded, whooping and whistling. whoop to shout unexpectedly because you are very happy or excited about something |
| 19834 |
a whoop of joy delight pleasure whoop a sudden shout of happiness or excitement |
| 19835 |
They received a grant to build and equip a new dental clinic. equip to provide a person, object, or place with the things that they need for a particular purpose |
| 19836 |
There is not enough money to equip investigators with the latest computer systems. equip equip someone something with something to provide a person, object, or place with the things that they need for a particular purpose |
| 19837 |
a fully equipped gym equip well fully equipped to provide a person, object, or place with the things that they need for a particular purpose |
| 19838 |
poorly equipped soldiers equip badly poorly equipped to provide a person, object, or place with the things that they need for a particular purpose |
| 19839 |
The training had equipped her to deal with emergency situations. equip equip someone to do something to provide someone with the skills or personal qualities that they need in order to deal with a situation successfully |
| 19840 |
We aim to equip young graduates for a competitive business environment. equip equip someone for something to provide someone with the skills or personal qualities that they need in order to deal with a situation successfully |
| 19841 |
Jane is better equipped than I am to handle such complex questions. equip better best well equipped to provide someone with the skills or personal qualities that they need in order to deal with a situation successfully |
| 19842 |
a partial withdrawal from enemy territory partial not complete |
| 19843 |
a partial refund partial not complete |
| 19844 |
It is important that historians are not partial. partial supporting one person, group, or opinion more than any others when you should be fair to all those involved |
| 19845 |
The referee was clearly partial towards the other side. partial partial towards supporting one person, group, or opinion more than any others when you should be fair to all those involved |
| 19846 |
I'm very partial to bacon and eggs. partial be partial to to like something very much |
| 19847 |
The school won't be officially opened until next month. officially publicly and formally |
| 19848 |
Officially it's a members-only club, but they'll let you in. officially according to what governments or people in authority say, although it may not be true |
| 19849 |
Officially, I'm not here at all. officially according to what people say publicly, although they know it is not true |
| 19850 |
She could win the competition – she certainly has the capability. capability the ability to do something |
| 19851 |
The firm wants to increase its manufacturing capability. capability the ability to do something |
| 19852 |
The train has the capability to reach speeds of over 200 miles per hour. capability the capability to do something the ability to do something |
| 19853 |
He has the capability of becoming an excellent teacher. capability the capability of doing something the ability to do something |
| 19854 |
The country has virtually no military capability of its own. capability military defence capability the number of weapons, soldiers etc that a country has for fighting a war |
| 19855 |
The allies agreed to retain NATO's nuclear capability. capability nuclear capability the number of weapons, soldiers etc that a country has for fighting a war |
| 19856 |
These calculations are beyond the capabilities of even the most advanced computers. capability within beyond the capabilities of someone something able not able to be done by someone or something |
| 19857 |
The course is well within the capabilities of most people. capability within beyond the capabilities of someone something able not able to be done by someone or something |
| 19858 |
Crocodiles were hunted and killed for their teeth. hunt to kill animals for food or for their skin or other parts, or for sport |
| 19859 |
We hunted for rabbits in the hills. hunt hunt for to kill animals for food or for their skin or other parts, or for sport |
| 19860 |
Wild dogs usually hunt in packs. hunt to catch and eat other animals. Animals that do this are predators and the animals they catch and eat are their prey |
| 19861 |
Police are still hunting the killer. hunt to try to find someone or something |
| 19862 |
Detectives have been hunting for clues to the murderer's identity. hunt hunt for to try to find someone or something |
| 19863 |
He began by hunting around for information. hunt hunt for to try to find something that you want or have lost |
| 19864 |
I've hunted all over the house for my keys. hunt hunt through over around to try to find something that you want or have lost |
| 19865 |
A nationwide hunt has been launched for the missing child. hunt hunt for a search for someone |
| 19866 |
The detective leading the murder hunt called the crime senseless. hunt murder hunt (=search for a killer) a search for someone |
| 19867 |
The hunt for a cure for cancer continues. hunt hunt for a search for something that you have lost, need, or want |
| 19868 |
a lion hunt hunt the activity of looking for and killing animals |
| 19869 |
I've got a sore heel. heel the back part of your foot, below your ankle |
| 19870 |
He sat back on his heels and swore. heel sit back on your heels the back part of your foot, below your ankle |
| 19871 |
black boots with low heels heel the part underneath the back of a shoe |
| 19872 |
Apply some pressure to your lower back with the heels of your hands. heel the part of the front of your hand nearest your wrist |
| 19873 |
I pushed my way through the crowd, Jules at my heels. heel at someone's heels just behind someone |
| 19874 |
TV camera teams arrived hot on the heels of the police. heel following close behind someone or something |
| 19875 |
Her remarks came hard on the heels of a statement by the President. heel happening soon after another event |
| 19876 |
The latest edition has been completely updated. update to add the most recent information to something such as a book, document, or list |
| 19877 |
The database updates automatically when new information is entered. update to add the most recent information to something such as a book, document, or list |
| 19878 |
Dr Cooper can update us on the latest developments. update update someone on something to tell someone the most recent news or information about something |
| 19879 |
Our software is continually updated and improved. update to make something more modern |
| 19880 |
News updates throughout the day on Radio 5 Live! update a report or broadcast containing all the latest news or information |
| 19881 |
The president gets regular updates from the National Security Council. update a report or broadcast containing all the latest news or information |
| 19882 |
We'll give you an update on the hostage situation. update update on a report or broadcast containing all the latest news or information |
| 19883 |
Two senior officers were assigned to the investigation. assign be assigned to something to give someone a job to do |
| 19884 |
It's his job to assign tasks to the various members of the team. assign assign something to someone to give someone a job to do |
| 19885 |
Mountbatten was assigned responsibility for retaking the territory. assign be assigned something to give someone a job to do |
| 19886 |
He was assigned to the company's branch in Cairo. assign be assigned to something to send someone to a particular place, especially in order for them to work there |
| 19887 |
Tina has been assigned to the intermediate learners' group. assign be assigned to something to put someone in a particular group |
| 19888 |
I was assigned a car for my personal use. assign be assigned something to give someone money or equipment so that they can use it for a particular purpose |
| 19889 |
The operation was assigned the code name 'Rita'. assign be assigned something to decide that something has a particular name, use, or value |
| 19890 |
I have assigned four hours for recording the data. assign to decide that something should take a particular amount of time |
| 19891 |
weekly meetings weekly happening every week |
| 19892 |
a weekly newspaper magazine weekly published once a week |
| 19893 |
weekly pay rent weekly relating to a period of one week |
| 19894 |
We're meeting almost weekly. weekly if something happens weekly, it happens every week |
| 19895 |
You need to feed the plants twice weekly (=twice each week). weekly if something happens weekly, it happens every week |
| 19896 |
the escalating rate of teenage pregnancies pregnancy the condition of being pregnant, or the period of time that a woman is pregnant |
| 19897 |
her third pregnancy pregnancy the condition of being pregnant, or the period of time that a woman is pregnant |
| 19898 |
Condoms don't always protect against pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases. pregnancy the condition of being pregnant, or the period of time that a woman is pregnant |
| 19899 |
Homeless people need better access to health care. health care the services that look after people's health |
| 19900 |
Happily, she wasn't injured in the crash. happily used when you are pleased about something |
| 19901 |
'Yes,' he said, smiling happily. happily in a happy way |
| 19902 |
He and his wife are happily settled in their new home. happily in a happy way |
| 19903 |
I'll happily cook the dinner if you want me to. happily in a willing way |
| 19904 |
the parties at the centre of the political spectrum spectrum the whole range of ideas, qualities, situations etc that are possible |
| 19905 |
The course covers a wide spectrum of musical activity from opera to rock. spectrum wide broad spectrum (=a large range) the whole range of ideas, qualities, situations etc that are possible |
| 19906 |
A leaf detached itself and fell to the ground. detach to remove a part from something |
| 19907 |
Two soldiers were struggling to detach the machine gun from its mount. detach detach something from something to remove a part from something |
| 19908 |
The hood fastens to the collar with studs and detaches easily. detach to become removed from something |
| 19909 |
I proposed detaching a squadron to seize the island. detach to send a group of soldiers to perform a special job separately from the rest of their group |
| 19910 |
He saw William detach himself from the group and move towards them. detach to move away from someone |
| 19911 |
Edward, who appeared to have detached himself from the proceedings, stared out of the window. detach to stop being involved in a close or emotional way with someone or something |
| 19912 |
I don't want to interfere, but maybe you'd better listen to me. interfere to deliberately become involved in a situation and try to influence the way that it develops, although you have no right to do this |
| 19913 |
I don't think your mother has the right to interfere in our affairs. interfere interfere in to deliberately become involved in a situation and try to influence the way that it develops, although you have no right to do this |
| 19914 |
Police believe he committed suicide. suicide commit suicide (=kill yourself) the action of deliberately killing yourself |
| 19915 |
Suicide attempts by young men in this age group have trebled. suicide attempted suicide suicide attempt the action of deliberately killing yourself |
| 19916 |
a suicide mission suicide used about an attack that will kill the person who makes it |
| 19917 |
political economic suicide suicide something that you do that is likely to have very bad results for you |
| 19918 |
Both companies know it would be suicide to pull out of the deal now. suicide something that you do that is likely to have very bad results for you |
| 19919 |
She felt a moment of sheer panic. panic sheer blind panic a sudden strong feeling of fear or worry that makes you unable to think clearly or calmly |
| 19920 |
Panic spread quickly through the capital city. panic panic spreads a sudden strong feeling of fear or worry that makes you unable to think clearly or calmly |
| 19921 |
People are fleeing the area in panic. panic in panic a sudden strong feeling of fear or worry that makes you unable to think clearly or calmly |
| 19922 |
She gets in a panic whenever she has to do the test. panic get in into a panic a sudden strong feeling of fear or worry that makes you unable to think clearly or calmly |
| 19923 |
News of the incident caused a panic in the town. panic a situation in which a lot of people are hurrying to do or get something because they are frightened or worried |
| 19924 |
The news prompted a rash of panic buying. panic panic buying selling used about things that people do when they are frightened or worried |
| 19925 |
We were told not to panic. panic to have a sudden strong feeling of fear or worry and be unable to think clearly or calmly or decide what to do |
| 19926 |
We're not panicked by yesterday's result. panic be panicked by something to make someone feel great fear or worry so that they cannot think clearly or decide what to do |
| 19927 |
Shoppers are panicked into buying things they don't need. panic panic someone into (doing) something to make someone feel great fear or worry so that they cannot think clearly or decide what to do |
| 19928 |
Alfred Nobel invented dynamite. invent to design or create something such as a machine or process that did not exist before |
| 19929 |
It's one of the most time-saving devices ever invented for cooks. invent to design or create something such as a machine or process that did not exist before |
| 19930 |
Chaplin invented his own unique style of comedy. invent to develop a new theory, style, or method that did not exist before |
| 19931 |
The gossip columnists simply invented the stories about him. invent to make up a story, excuse etc that is not true |
| 19932 |
She would invent any excuse to avoid seeing people. invent to make up a story, excuse etc that is not true |
| 19933 |
three weeks of intensive negotiations intensive involving a lot of effort, energy, or attention |
| 19934 |
This database will enable a more intensive study to be carried out. intensive involving a lot of effort, energy, or attention |
| 19935 |
an intensive language course for beginners intensive involving a lot of teaching or training in a short time |
| 19936 |
After six months' intensive training, she was ready to fly the aircraft. intensive involving a lot of teaching or training in a short time |
| 19937 |
intensive farming agriculture intensive designed to produce as much food as possible from an area of land |
| 19938 |
a cold damp basement room damp something that is damp is slightly wet, often in an unpleasant way or when it should be dry |
| 19939 |
The wood won't burn if it's damp. damp something that is damp is slightly wet, often in an unpleasant way or when it should be dry |
| 19940 |
Cover the bowl with a warm damp cloth. damp something that is damp is slightly wet, often in an unpleasant way or when it should be dry |
| 19941 |
We need to work together to elevate the position of women in society. elevate to improve the status or importance of someone or something |
| 19942 |
The brilliant script elevates the film to the status of a classic. elevate elevate someone something to something to improve the status or importance of someone or something |
| 19943 |
The President elevated him to the chairmanship of the council. elevate elevate someone to something to give someone a more important job or position |
| 19944 |
music that elevates the spirit elevate to improve something, especially your mind or feelings |
| 19945 |
Hormone treatment was shown to elevate cancer risk. elevate to increase the level of something |
| 19946 |
We are looking at elevating homes that have been devastated by this flood. elevate to raise something to a higher physical position |
| 19947 |
the Dutch electronics giant Phillips giant a very large and successful company |
| 19948 |
the giants of European soccer giant a very large and successful company |
| 19949 |
giants of the keyboard such as Rachmaninov giant someone who is very successful and important, especially in the arts |
| 19950 |
giant video screens giant extremely large |
| 19951 |
a giant industrial corporation giant extremely large |
| 19952 |
a giant tortoise clam redwood giant used in the names of some animals and plants that are much larger than others of the same type |
| 19953 |
Schools need to make a giant leap forward in standards. giant a giant step leap stride important progress that has been made |
| 19954 |
The bar has a casual low-key atmosphere. casual relaxed and informal |
| 19955 |
The interview took place around the kitchen table and was very casual. casual relaxed and informal |
| 19956 |
Paul tried to sound casual but I could tell something was worrying him. casual seeming relaxed and not worried about anything |
| 19957 |
The report notes the firm's casual attitude towards safety procedures. casual used when you are criticizing someone for being too relaxed or not careful enough about what they do or say |
| 19958 |
a casual meeting remark casual happening without being planned or thought about |
| 19959 |
The disease cannot be spread by casual contact. casual happening without being planned or thought about |
| 19960 |
a casual labourer casual working in temporary jobs |
| 19961 |
The workforce is mainly unskilled and casual. casual working in temporary jobs |
| 19962 |
casual employment casual used about jobs that are not regular or permanent |
| 19963 |
casual filmgoers casual doing something sometimes, but not often or regularly |
| 19964 |
Even casual readers of the business pages will be aware of Greenspan's influence. casual doing something sometimes, but not often or regularly |
| 19965 |
casual friendships casual not involving strong feelings or emotions |
| 19966 |
He described himself as a casual acquaintance of the local MP. casual not involving strong feelings or emotions |
| 19967 |
He was only looking for casual sex. casual casual sex (=sex between people who do not know each other well) not involving strong feelings or emotions |
| 19968 |
Please dress casually. casual |
| 19969 |
She glanced casually through a magazine as she waited. casual |
| 19970 |
Let's take this debate out of the political sphere and into the public arena. sphere the financial political scientific etc sphere a particular area of interest, activity, work etc that is one of many parts of life |
| 19971 |
Women were beginning to take responsibility for things outside the domestic sphere. sphere a particular area of interest, activity, work etc that is one of many parts of life |
| 19972 |
They moved in different cultural spheres. sphere cultural social sphere a group in society |
| 19973 |
They knew not to interfere in matters outside their sphere of operation. sphere an area of responsibility or a type of situation over which a person or group has influence or power |
| 19974 |
The economic boom has greatly expanded the US's sphere of influence. sphere sphere of influence an area of responsibility or a type of situation over which a person or group has influence or power |
| 19975 |
Wow! That's unbelievable! wow used for showing that you are very surprised or impressed by something |
| 19976 |
I thought, wow, this guy can run. wow used for showing that you are very surprised or impressed by something |
| 19977 |
He wowed audiences and other musicians with his brilliant trumpet playing. wow to impress someone by doing something extremely well |
| 19978 |
a precious jewel precious worth a lot of money |
| 19979 |
historic houses with rare and precious contents precious worth a lot of money |
| 19980 |
a precious memory precious loved or valued by someone |
| 19981 |
Her daughter is the most precious thing in the world to her. precious loved or valued by someone |
| 19982 |
Human skills are the nation's most precious resource. precious rare or very necessary and not to be wasted |
| 19983 |
We're wasting precious time sitting around here! precious rare or very necessary and not to be wasted |
| 19984 |
You and your precious husband did nothing for me. precious used for showing that you are angry with someone for caring too much about someone or something |
| 19985 |
Pop stars used to be a lot less precious about advertising products. precious behaving as if something is more important or serious than it really is |
| 19986 |
I've had precious little sleep over the last two days. precious precious little few used for emphasizing how little there is of something |
| 19987 |
There are precious few decent restaurants left around here. precious precious little few used for emphasizing how little there is of something |
| 19988 |
The two of them have crossed swords many times before. sword cross swords (with someone) to disagree or argue with someone about something |
| 19989 |
The increase in tourism has been a double-edged sword for island residents. sword a double-edged two-edged sword a situation with as many bad qualities or effects as good ones |
| 19990 |
The plan envisaged the creation of regional councils. envisage to have something as a plan or an intention |
| 19991 |
We envisage charging a small sum for the use of our services. envisage envisage doing something to have something as a plan or an intention |
| 19992 |
It was initially envisaged that the work would last for about a month. envisage envisage that to have something as a plan or an intention |
| 19993 |
When he built this house, he never envisaged how much the area would change. envisage to imagine something that has not happened or does not exist |
| 19994 |
It is difficult to envisage living without the telephone. envisage difficult hard to envisage to imagine something that has not happened or does not exist |
| 19995 |
coffee beans bean a dried bean that you grind (=make into a powder) and use to make drinks such as coffee and cocoa |
| 19996 |
It's crazy. Who would do a thing like that? crazy not at all sensible or practical |
| 19997 |
Maybe Lou's idea wasn't so crazy after all. crazy not at all sensible or practical |
| 19998 |
They were offering him crazy amounts of money. crazy not at all sensible or practical |
| 19999 |
She knew she would be completely crazy to refuse. crazy be crazy to do something not at all sensible or practical |
| 20000 |
Judd's crazy about planes and flying. crazy crazy about something very enthusiastic about something |
| 20001 |
I'm not exactly crazy about the idea. crazy crazy about something very enthusiastic about something |
| 20002 |
You're driving me crazy with that arguing! crazy drive someone crazy to make someone very upset or angry |
| 20003 |
My parents will go crazy if they find out. crazy to become very angry about something |
| 20004 |
If I work there much longer I'll go crazy. crazy to become bored, impatient, and upset |
| 20005 |
He scored and the crowd went crazy. crazy if an audience or group of people go crazy, they become very excited |
| 20006 |
soccer-crazy youngsters #NAME? used with some nouns for saying what someone is extremely enthusiastic about |
| 20007 |
'All right,' Matt conceded, 'I probably made a mistake.' concede to admit that something is true |
| 20008 |
Myers was forced to concede that competition had badly affected profits. concede concede that to admit that something is true |
| 20009 |
Holyfield had to concede in the ninth round due to a head injury. concede to stop trying to win a war, competition, or argument because you realize that you cannot win it |
| 20010 |
Despite the result, he refuses to concede defeat. concede concede defeat to stop trying to win a war, competition, or argument because you realize that you cannot win it |
| 20011 |
The BBC will have to concede some of its broadcasting rights for sporting events. concede to give something that you own or control to someone so that they own or control it |
| 20012 |
A lot of them are studying other things besides Italian. besides in addition to someone or something else that is being mentioned |
| 20013 |
There are cakes and sandwiches, and lots more besides. besides in addition to someone or something else that is being mentioned |
| 20014 |
Besides being a teammate, he's my friend. besides besides being doing something in addition to someone or something else that is being mentioned |
| 20015 |
Besides making money, the company aims to set high standards of quality and design. besides in addition to someone or something else that is being mentioned |
| 20016 |
It's too late to invite any more people. Besides, you know how Tim hates parties. besides used when you are adding another stronger reason to support what you are saying |
| 20017 |
Our community has united to demand a safer neighbourhood. unite if people, groups, or countries unite, they join together, often to work together to achieve a particular goal |
| 20018 |
Party members will unite behind a stronger candidate. unite unite behind if people, groups, or countries unite, they join together, often to work together to achieve a particular goal |
| 20019 |
We want to forge a policy that unites people, not divides them. unite to join people, groups, or countries together |
| 20020 |
Several of the passengers were severely injured in the accident. severely very seriously |
| 20021 |
The decision would severely damage the economy of Scotland. severely very seriously |
| 20022 |
The original scope of the work had been severely reduced. severely severely limited restricted reduced very seriously |
| 20023 |
If anyone breaks the rules, they will be punished severely. severely in a very strict or extreme way |
| 20024 |
The army has been severely criticized for attacking the region. severely in a very strict or extreme way |
| 20025 |
He stared at her severely. severely with an unfriendly attitude and a lack of humour |
| 20026 |
her severely cut hair severely in an extremely plain style that is not attractive |
| 20027 |
He instructed his men to collect information about troop movements. instruct instruct someone to do something to tell someone to do something, especially officially or as their employer |
| 20028 |
Using the tool as instructed, I was able to clear the blockage. instruct as instructed (=in the way that you were told) to tell someone to do something, especially officially or as their employer |
| 20029 |
All children are instructed in the use of the library. instruct instruct someone in something to teach someone a subject or skill |
| 20030 |
A month-long training course had been condensed into two weeks. condense to make something shorter or smaller |
| 20031 |
Insert the plug into the earphone socket. insert insert something into in something to put something into something else, or into a hole or space |
| 20032 |
A strong blade had been inserted between the door and its frame. insert insert something between something to put something into something else, or into a hole or space |
| 20033 |
This command inserts the deleted text into its new place. insert insert something into in something to add something at a point in a document or series |
| 20034 |
The union has now inserted an anti-ageist clause into its code of conduct. insert insert something into in something to add something to a legal agreement or an official document |
| 20035 |
His work will be exhibited in Moscow later this year. exhibit to put something interesting in a museum or other public place so that people can go and look at it |
| 20036 |
Where are you going to exhibit next? exhibit to put something interesting in a museum or other public place so that people can go and look at it |
| 20037 |
She was exhibiting symptoms of stress. exhibit to show a particular feeling, quality, ability, or form of behaviour |
| 20038 |
Some materials may exhibit the characteristics of both a liquid and a solid. exhibit to show a particular feeling, quality, ability, or form of behaviour |
| 20039 |
He wore short sleeves, exhibiting his new tattoo. exhibit to show something proudly |
| 20040 |
Each exhibit was clearly labelled with a name and number. exhibit an object that is part of an exhibition |
| 20041 |
May I ask the jury to look at Exhibit A, a leather glove found near the body? exhibit an object or document used as evidence in a court of law |
| 20042 |
the brave soldiers who fought and died for their country brave capable of dealing with danger or pain, without seeming to be frightened |
| 20043 |
a very brave act brave used about someone's behaviour |
| 20044 |
a brave attempt to rescue the children brave used about someone's behaviour |
| 20045 |
She's been a very brave little girl. brave used about a child who tries hard not to show that they are frightened or feeling pain |
| 20046 |
The project requires huge investment, so it's a very brave venture in the current economic climate. brave a brave decision, action, or choice is one that you make even though it involves risk and may cause problems for you |
| 20047 |
Employees are putting a brave face on yesterday's news. brave put a brave face front on something to try to hide the fact that you are feeling upset or disappointed |
| 20048 |
It was time to brave the rush hour traffic again. brave to deal with an unpleasant or difficult situation in order to achieve something |
| 20049 |
A large crowd braved the elements in the hope of seeing their favourite star. brave brave the elements (=go outside during bad weather) to deal with an unpleasant or difficult situation in order to achieve something |
| 20050 |
my daughter's violin tutor tutor someone who gives private lessons in a particular subject |
| 20051 |
a Russian folk tune tune a song or piece of music |
| 20052 |
the station that plays all your favourite tunes tune a song or piece of music |
| 20053 |
He was in tune with current political issues. tune to understand not understand the feelings, opinions, or needs of a group of people |
| 20054 |
The peaceful setting was in tune with his mood. tune to be not be similar to something and combine well not combine well with it |
| 20055 |
We are not in tune with their economic policies. tune to agree not agree with someone |
| 20056 |
One of the guitars sounds a little out of tune. tune in out of tune producing the right wrong note when you sing or play music |
| 20057 |
The company is in debt to the tune of 1.2 billion. tune to the tune of used for emphasizing how large an amount is |
| 20058 |
The television in the corner was tuned to BBC2. tune to set a radio or television to a particular station or programme |
| 20059 |
Stay tuned for the latest weather report. tune stay tuned (to something) (=keep watching or listening) to watch or to listen to a particular programme or station |
| 20060 |
Try to tune your ear to distinguish between the sounds. tune to develop or to train someone or something |
| 20061 |
It takes a finely tuned athlete to perform in a triathlon. tune finely tuned to develop or to train someone or something |
| 20062 |
Cooper made his debut at Covent Garden in 1989. debut make your debut the first time that a performer or sports player appears in public |
| 20063 |
Madonna's film debut in Desperately Seeking Susan debut someone's acting singing film directorial debut the first time that a performer or sports player appears in public |
| 20064 |
He debuted at Carnegie Hall in New York in 1994. debut to perform or be performed in public for the first time |
| 20065 |
The cameras continued clicking as they drove away. click to make a short sound like the sound when you press a switch |
| 20066 |
He pressed a button and the doors clicked open. click click open shut to make a short sound like the sound when you press a switch |
| 20067 |
The policeman clicked the handcuffs round his wrists. click to make an object make this short sound |
| 20068 |
The young soldier clicked his heels and saluted. click to make an object make this short sound |
| 20069 |
She clicked off the bedside light. click click something on off to make an object make this short sound |
| 20070 |
Click 'save' and close the document. click to make a computer do something by pressing a button on the mouse |
| 20071 |
To send the message, simply click on the 'send' button. click click on to make a computer do something by pressing a button on the mouse |
| 20072 |
The door closed behind him with a click. click a short sound like the sound when you press a switch |
| 20073 |
You can order anything with a single click. click the action of making a computer do something by pressing a button on the mouse |
| 20074 |
I need to go to the loo. loo a toilet, or a room that contains a toilet |
| 20075 |
Where are the ladies' loos? loo a toilet, or a room that contains a toilet |
| 20076 |
We thank our customers for their continued support. continued provided, happening, or done regularly or for a long period |
| 20077 |
The index rose again due to continued buying by foreign investors. continued provided, happening, or done regularly or for a long period |
| 20078 |
Researchers found a high incidence of prostate cancer in this area. incidence a high low incidence of the number of cases of an illness or a medical condition in a particular place, group, or situation |
| 20079 |
The drug has been shown to reduce the incidence of thrombosis after surgery. incidence reduce increase the incidence of the number of cases of an illness or a medical condition in a particular place, group, or situation |
| 20080 |
the increasing incidence of computer-related crime incidence incidence of the number of times something happens, especially something bad |
| 20081 |
I ran downstairs to see if he had come home yet. downstairs to or on a lower floor of a building, especially the floor at ground level |
| 20082 |
They were all downstairs. downstairs to or on a lower floor of a building, especially the floor at ground level |
| 20083 |
They got in through a downstairs window. downstairs |
| 20084 |
We regret any inconvenience caused by the delay. regret to feel sorry or sad that something has happened |
| 20085 |
I regret that I will not be with you on such an important occasion. regret regret (that) to feel sorry or sad that something has happened |
| 20086 |
Have you never done anything you regret? regret to feel sorry or sad about something that you have said or done |
| 20087 |
I'm glad you're coming with us. You won't regret it. regret to feel sorry or sad about something that you have said or done |
| 20088 |
I don't regret moving to York. regret regret doing something to feel sorry or sad about something that you have said or done |
| 20089 |
This is one decision you'll live to regret. regret live to regret something (=regret it later) to feel sorry or sad about something that you have said or done |
| 20090 |
I deeply regret what happened – there is no excuse for it. regret deeply regret to feel sorry or sad about something that you have said or done |
| 20091 |
I regret to inform you that you have not been selected for interview. regret I we regret to inform tell you that used when you are giving someone bad news |
| 20092 |
It is with deep regret that we have to report the deaths of five soldiers. regret with great deep regret a feeling of sadness about something that has happened |
| 20093 |
The doctor expressed regret over his inability to do more for my father. regret express regret a feeling of sadness about something that has happened |
| 20094 |
His face showed no sign of regret for what he had done. regret a feeling of sadness about something that you wish you had not said or done |
| 20095 |
I have no regrets about leaving the army. regret have no regrets a feeling of sadness about something that you wish you had not said or done |
| 20096 |
Tom's biggest regret was not being there when his mother died. regret only biggest regret a feeling of sadness about something that you wish you had not said or done |
| 20097 |
Please give your parents our regrets that we cannot be there. regret give send (someone) your regrets used as a polite way of refusing an invitation |
| 20098 |
The young woman's killer has not yet been found. killer someone who kills another person |
| 20099 |
a hired trained killer killer someone who kills another person |
| 20100 |
a child cop killer (=someone who has killed a child or police officer) killer someone who kills another person |
| 20101 |
Cancer is the second largest killer in the US. killer something that kills people |
| 20102 |
a killer disease virus killer something that kills people |
| 20103 |
weed killer killer something that kills or destroys something |
| 20104 |
a passion killer killer something that kills or destroys something |
| 20105 |
The test was a killer. killer something that is very difficult |
| 20106 |
He picked the phone up and dialled. pick up to lift someone or something up from a surface |
| 20107 |
She rushed to pick up the baby as soon as it started to cry. pick up to lift someone or something up from a surface |
| 20108 |
I've already asked them to pick their toys up. pick up to lift things up and put them in the place where they are kept in order to make a place tidy |
| 20109 |
I am constantly picking up the things the children leave lying around. pick up to lift things up and put them in the place where they are kept in order to make a place tidy |
| 20110 |
Pick up a leaflet from your doctor's. pick up to lift something up and take it away |
| 20111 |
Will you pick me up after the party? pick up to go and meet someone or something that you have arranged to take somewhere in a vehicle |
| 20112 |
I'll pick up my luggage in the morning. pick up to go and meet someone or something that you have arranged to take somewhere in a vehicle |
| 20113 |
We picked up a hitchhiker on the way. pick up to take someone who is waiting by the road into your vehicle and take them somewhere |
| 20114 |
He was picked up in the early hours of Thursday morning. pick up to arrest someone and take them away in a car |
| 20115 |
She picked up a few German phrases while staying in Berlin. pick up to learn a new skill or start a habit without intending to |
| 20116 |
Most tourists are worried that they'll pick up a nasty stomach bug. pick up to get an illness |
| 20117 |
a market where you can pick up some amazing bargains pick up to buy something |
| 20118 |
The dogs must have picked up his scent. pick up to notice a smell or sound, or to notice that someone or something is present |
| 20119 |
We'll pick up this conversation when I come back. pick up to start something again, from the point where you stopped |
| 20120 |
He seems to think that we can get back together and just pick up where we left off. pick up pick up where you left off to start something again, from the point where you stopped |
| 20121 |
They won't let him out of hospital until his health has picked up quite a lot. pick up to improve |
| 20122 |
I don't think this thing can pick up foreign stations. pick up to receive an electronic signal on a radio or similar piece of equipment |
| 20123 |
She went home with some man she picked up in a bar. pick up to start talking to someone because you want to have sex with them |
| 20124 |
the huge salaries that footballers pick up these days pick up to earn money |
| 20125 |
The film is tipped to pick up at least three Oscars. pick up to win something such as a prize |
| 20126 |
Her father picks up the tab for her expensive lifestyle. pick up to pay for something |
| 20127 |
He walked out on his family, leaving his wife to pick up the pieces. pick up to try to return to a normal life after a difficult experience |
| 20128 |
After the death of a partner, it can be difficult to pick up the threads of your life. pick up to return to a situation that existed before something went wrong |
| 20129 |
Delicate skin must be protected from the sun. delicate something that is delicate can easily be damaged or broken |
| 20130 |
The plant has delicate pink flowers. delicate attractive and thin, small, light, or graceful |
| 20131 |
her delicate hands delicate attractive and thin, small, light, or graceful |
| 20132 |
a delicate floral design delicate attractive with many small details |
| 20133 |
There is a rather delicate matter that I need to discuss with you. delicate a delicate situation needs to be dealt with carefully so that people do not get upset or annoyed |
| 20134 |
The negotiations are at a very delicate stage. delicate a delicate situation needs to be dealt with carefully so that people do not get upset or annoyed |
| 20135 |
a very delicate operation delicate a delicate process is difficult, needing care and a lot of skill |
| 20136 |
a delicate balance between freedom and restraint delicate a delicate process is difficult, needing care and a lot of skill |
| 20137 |
He plays the piano with a delicate touch. delicate moving with care and skill |
| 20138 |
a subsidiary of General Motors subsidiary a company that is owned by a larger company |
| 20139 |
one of his subsidiary objectives subsidiary related to something else but less important than it |
| 20140 |
The job is open to all applicants regardless of age, race, or gender. gender the fact of being either male or female |
| 20141 |
The study examines gender roles in Latin America. gender the fact of being either male or female |
| 20142 |
the entire male gender gender all male people, or all female people |
| 20143 |
The children sang and danced to entertain the crowd. entertain to give a performance that people enjoy |
| 20144 |
The Duke loved to entertain when he was staying at Windsor. entertain to receive someone as a guest and give them food and drink or other forms of enjoyment |
| 20145 |
The company had incurred $37,000 in expenses entertaining a client. entertain to receive someone as a guest and give them food and drink or other forms of enjoyment |
| 20146 |
If de Gaulle entertained hopes of an alliance, he was to be swiftly disappointed. entertain to consider an idea or feeling and allow it to develop in your mind |
| 20147 |
Crossing the bridge, she felt dizzy and clung to the rails. cling cling to to hold onto someone or something tightly with your hands or arms, for example because you are afraid |
| 20148 |
Some children were sobbing and clinging to their mothers. cling to hold onto someone or something tightly with your hands or arms, for example because you are afraid |
| 20149 |
The two monkeys clung tightly together. cling cling together to hold onto someone or something tightly with your hands or arms, for example because you are afraid |
| 20150 |
He still clings to his mother even at the age of ten. cling to stay very close to someone, usually because you want them to protect you |
| 20151 |
Gareth's dripping clothes clung to his body. cling cling to to stick to or fit very tightly on something |
| 20152 |
The Prime Minister is still clinging to power. cling cling to to try very hard to keep something |
| 20153 |
Members of the sect have clung to a faith that has been outlawed since the 17th century. cling cling to to keep believing that something is right or real, even though other people do not |
| 20154 |
I'm sorry, I didn't mean to scare you. scare to make someone feel frightened or worried |
| 20155 |
What are you doing in there? You scared the life out of me. scare scare the life daylights out of someone (=scare someone very much) to make someone feel frightened or worried |
| 20156 |
The way he drives scares me to death. scare scare someone to death (=scare someone very much) to make someone feel frightened or worried |
| 20157 |
Cats scare very easily. scare to become frightened or worried |
| 20158 |
A bomb scare forced the pilot to make an emergency landing. scare health food AIDS bomb etc scare a situation that makes people suddenly feel worried or frightened about something |
| 20159 |
I had a little scare when I saw how much the bill was. scare a sudden feeling of fear or worry |
| 20160 |
It gave me quite a scare when the cat jumped on me. scare a sudden feeling of fear or worry |
| 20161 |
vertical lines vertical standing, pointing, or moving straight up. Something that is horizontal is parallel to the ground or its base |
| 20162 |
The pilots were being trained in vertical take-off. vertical standing, pointing, or moving straight up. Something that is horizontal is parallel to the ground or its base |
| 20163 |
The rocks rose almost vertically from the lake. vertical |
| 20164 |
He went to fetch his coat. fetch to go and get something |
| 20165 |
I asked my son to fetch me a drink of water. fetch fetch someone something to go to find something and carry it back with you |
| 20166 |
Let me fetch a chair for you. fetch fetch something for someone to go to find something and carry it back with you |
| 20167 |
We used to go and fetch milk from the farm. fetch fetch something from something to go to find something and carry it back with you |
| 20168 |
She asked me to come and fetch her. fetch to go to where someone is and bring them home, especially in your car |
| 20169 |
Can you fetch the children from school tonight? fetch fetch someone from something to go to where someone is and bring them home, especially in your car |
| 20170 |
Peter was sent to fetch the doctor. fetch to go to where someone is and bring them back with you because you need their help |
| 20171 |
The painting is expected to fetch up to 220,000. fetch to be sold for a particular amount of money, especially at an auction (=sale where goods are sold to the person offering the most money) |
| 20172 |
Sid was helping in the kitchen, fetching and carrying. fetch fetch and carry to do small simple jobs for someone such as bringing them things that they want |
| 20173 |
A shuttle service operates between the hotel and the beach. shuttle a bus, train, or plane that makes frequent short journeys between two places |
| 20174 |
'Please help us,' Claire pleaded. plead to ask for something in an urgent or emotional way |
| 20175 |
He knelt in front of the king, pleading for mercy. plead plead for to ask for something in an urgent or emotional way |
| 20176 |
I pleaded with you to stay, but you turned your back on me. plead plead with someone (to do something) to ask for something in an urgent or emotional way |
| 20177 |
Both defendants pleaded not guilty on all counts. plead plead guilty not guilty to say in a court of law whether you are guilty of a crime or not |
| 20178 |
Pleading poverty, he sought charity from local shopkeepers. plead plead poverty ignorance to mention something as an excuse for doing or not doing something |
| 20179 |
Ellie pleaded tiredness and went to bed very early. plead plead tiredness illness a headache to mention something as an excuse for doing or not doing something |
| 20180 |
He pleaded the case for continued cooperation with the Russians. plead to try to show that something is important or worth trying to achieve |
| 20181 |
Her book pleaded the cause of women's education. plead to try to show that something is important or worth trying to achieve |
| 20182 |
roast duck duck the meat of a duck |
| 20183 |
duck feathers duck relating to ducks |
| 20184 |
How are you, duck? duck used for talking to someone you like |
| 20185 |
She'd never snowboarded before, but she took to it like a duck to water. duck take to something like a duck to water to learn a new activity very easily, as if you have been doing it for a very long time |
| 20186 |
Young children can just duck under the gate and avoid paying. duck to lower your head or head and body quickly, in order to move under something or to avoid being hit |
| 20187 |
He ducked the blow and came up again. duck to lower your head or head and body quickly, in order to move under something or to avoid being hit |
| 20188 |
He ducked behind the wall. duck to move quickly into or behind something, especially to avoid being seen |
| 20189 |
Judith ducked under a shop awning to get out of the rain. duck to go quickly into a place for a specific purpose |
| 20190 |
Stop trying to duck the issue – who paid you for this? duck to avoid something such as a difficult question, issue, or duty |
| 20191 |
two pints of milk pint a unit for measuring liquid. In the UK a pint is equal to 0.57 litres and in the US it is equal to 0.48 litres |
| 20192 |
I go down to the pub for a pint most nights. pint a pint of beer |
| 20193 |
The government should abolish income tax for the low-paid. abolish to officially get rid of a law, system, practice etc |
| 20194 |
Britain abolished slavery in 1807. abolish to officially get rid of a law, system, practice etc |
| 20195 |
Which translation of Don Quixote are you reading? translation spoken or written words that have been changed into a different language |
| 20196 |
Most legal translation is done by lawyers with foreign language training. translation the activity of changing spoken or written words into a different language |
| 20197 |
Try to read Baudelaire in the original and not in translation. translation in translation the activity of changing spoken or written words into a different language |
| 20198 |
The complex rhyming patterns of these poems are totally lost in translation. translation lost in translation (=not communicated when translated) the activity of changing spoken or written words into a different language |
| 20199 |
'Goodbye' is probably the best translation of 'Au revoir'. translation a word or phrase that means the same thing as a word or phrase in a different language |
| 20200 |
A storm was brewing. brew if something bad is brewing, it is beginning to happen |
| 20201 |
The crisis had been brewing since the start of the year. brew if something bad is brewing, it is beginning to happen |
| 20202 |
I'll make a fresh brew. brew an amount of tea brewed at one time and served in a pot |
| 20203 |
Diesel exhaust is a brew of thousands of gases and particles. brew a mixture of bad things |
| 20204 |
The charges seemed a little excessive. excessive much more than is reasonable or necessary |
| 20205 |
Crops were destroyed by the excessive rainfall last August. excessive much greater than is usual |
| 20206 |
a digital recording digital storing information such as sound or pictures as numbers or electronic signals |
| 20207 |
digital technology digital storing information such as sound or pictures as numbers or electronic signals |
| 20208 |
a digital watch barometer digital a digital clock or instrument shows information as a row of numbers |
| 20209 |
Digital music sales continue to rise. digital relating to or used in e-commerce (=buying and selling goods on the Internet) |
| 20210 |
a digitally enhanced recording digital |
| 20211 |
a steep slope hill bank path steep a steep slope rises quickly and is difficult to climb |
| 20212 |
It was a steep climb out of the valley. steep a steep slope rises quickly and is difficult to climb |
| 20213 |
Suddenly the plane pitched forwards into a steep dive. steep a steep drop or fall is sudden and nearly vertical |
| 20214 |
a steep rise in oil prices steep a steep increase or fall in something is sudden and very big |
| 20215 |
This once abundant species is clearly suffering a steep decline. steep a steep increase or fall in something is sudden and very big |
| 20216 |
The track began to climb fairly steeply upwards. steep |
| 20217 |
Export orders continued to fall steeply. steep |
| 20218 |
The region is steeped in history. steep be steeped in something to have a lot of a particular quality or thing |
| 20219 |
They both slept until noon. noon twelve o'clock in the middle of the day |
| 20220 |
We should be there by noon. noon twelve o'clock in the middle of the day |
| 20221 |
He owns a mansion in Oxfordshire and has a private jet. jet a plane that can fly very fast and gets its power from a jet engine |
| 20222 |
a jet fighter jet a plane that can fly very fast and gets its power from a jet engine |
| 20223 |
A jet of water fought back the flames. jet a stream of liquid that comes out of something very quickly and with a lot of force |
| 20224 |
They will be jetting off to Spain this weekend. jet to fly somewhere in a plane |
| 20225 |
Hey, John! Come here a minute! hey used for getting someone's attention or for showing that you are surprised or annoyed |
| 20226 |
Hey! Watch where you're going! hey used for getting someone's attention or for showing that you are surprised or annoyed |
| 20227 |
Hey, Dan. How are you? hey hello |
| 20228 |
I always thought marriage was for life, but hey, what do I know? hey but hey... used when you are pretending that what you have just said is not important |
| 20229 |
He's never even visited his mother's grave. grave the place where a dead body is buried in a deep hole in the ground. A tomb is a structure above the ground that contains a dead body |
| 20230 |
His secret will go with me to the grave (=I will die without telling anyone). grave death |
| 20231 |
It seemed to him like a voice from beyond the grave (=the voice of a dead person). grave beyond the grave death |
| 20232 |
She's drinking herself into an early grave. grave an early grave death before the natural age that you would expect |
| 20233 |
The situation is very grave and appears to be deteriorating. grave so serious that you feel worried |
| 20234 |
The report expressed grave concerns about the safety of meat production. grave used for emphasizing how serious something is |
| 20235 |
I have grave doubts that he'll ever become a doctor. grave used for emphasizing how serious something is |
| 20236 |
The peace process is in grave danger of collapsing. grave in grave danger (of) used for emphasizing how serious something is |
| 20237 |
a grave expression face grave looking very serious and worried |
| 20238 |
Her husband had been gravely ill for some time. grave |
| 20239 |
She nodded gravely. grave |
| 20240 |
The children had shown exceptional courage. exceptional extremely good or impressive in a way that is unusual |
| 20241 |
Her scores were quite exceptional. exceptional quite exceptional (=very exceptional) extremely good or impressive in a way that is unusual |
| 20242 |
These works of art must be handled with exceptional care. exceptional much more or greater than usual |
| 20243 |
We must all accept that this is an exceptional situation. exceptional unusual and not likely to happen or exist very often |
| 20244 |
Financial assistance may be made available in exceptional circumstances. exceptional in exceptional circumstances cases unusual and not likely to happen or exist very often |
| 20245 |
Their share price climbed again today, boosted by rising sales. boost to help something to increase, improve, or become more successful |
| 20246 |
a drug that boosts serotonin levels in the body boost to help something to increase, improve, or become more successful |
| 20247 |
an attempt to boost the minister's popularity boost to help something to increase, improve, or become more successful |
| 20248 |
The change of management has boosted morale throughout the company. boost boost morale confidence to make someone feel more positive or more confident |
| 20249 |
The festival has been a major boost for the local economy. boost an action or event that helps something to increase, improve, or become more successful |
| 20250 |
They are calling for a boost in the minimum wage. boost boost in an increase in the amount of something |
| 20251 |
Getting the job gave him a terrific boost. boost give someone a boost something that helps you to feel more positive or more confident |
| 20252 |
Victory tomorrow would be a much-needed boost for the national team. boost boost for something that helps you to feel more positive or more confident |
| 20253 |
a random sample of voters random chosen or happening without any particular method, pattern, or purpose |
| 20254 |
random drug testing of Olympic athletes random chosen or happening without any particular method, pattern, or purpose |
| 20255 |
They picked names out of the telephone book at random. random at random without a particular method, pattern, or purpose |
| 20256 |
randomly selected distributed random |
| 20257 |
the correlation between personal wealth and health correlation correlation between a connection or relationship between two or more things that is not caused by chance. A positive correlation means that two things are likely to exist together, a negative correlation means that they are not |
| 20258 |
There is evidence of a strong correlation between drinking and violence. correlation a significant strong high correlation a connection or relationship between two or more things that is not caused by chance. A positive correlation means that two things are likely to exist together, a negative correlation means that they are not |
| 20259 |
There is usually a direct correlation between an older person's social status and their level of personal achievement. correlation a direct close clear correlation a connection or relationship between two or more things that is not caused by chance. A positive correlation means that two things are likely to exist together, a negative correlation means that they are not |
| 20260 |
The police had to intervene when protesters blocked traffic. intervene to become involved in a situation in order to try to stop or change it |
| 20261 |
The prime minister has pledged not to intervene militarily in neighbouring countries. intervene intervene in to become involved in a situation in order to try to stop or change it |
| 20262 |
My brother was studying to be a church minister, but the Second World War intervened. intervene to delay an event, or to make it difficult to do |
| 20263 |
Several months intervened before we met again. intervene if time intervenes, it passes before you do something or before something happens |
| 20264 |
Eat more carbohydrates and less fatty foods. carbohydrate a food that contains carbohydrates |
| 20265 |
A packet of brochures arrived in the post. packet packet of a small parcel or envelope containing a set of similar things |
| 20266 |
The ingredients should be listed on the packet. packet a box, bag, or plastic wrapping containing food that has been weighed ready to be sold, or the food that this contains. The American word is package |
| 20267 |
a 500g packet of spaghetti packet packet of a box, bag, or plastic wrapping containing food that has been weighed ready to be sold, or the food that this contains. The American word is package |
| 20268 |
All I had for lunch was a packet of crisps. packet packet of a paper or plastic bag containing potato crisps, or the crisps that a bag contains. |
| 20269 |
I bet he's earning a packet. packet a large amount of money |
| 20270 |
a training information packet packet a set of documents wrapped together, giving information about something |
| 20271 |
You can do anything if you've got the motivation. motivation a feeling of enthusiasm or interest that makes you determined to do something |
| 20272 |
These methods can help to increase students' motivation and interest. motivation improve increase strengthen someone's motivation a feeling of enthusiasm or interest that makes you determined to do something |
| 20273 |
She said she had lost her motivation. motivation lack lose motivation a feeling of enthusiasm or interest that makes you determined to do something |
| 20274 |
Our real motivation is to make a profit. motivation a reason for doing something |
| 20275 |
Remember to drive safely. safely in a way that is not likely to cause damage, injury, or harm |
| 20276 |
Keep plastic bags safely out of the reach of children. safely in a way that gives protection from being hurt, damaged, or stolen |
| 20277 |
The portrait was safely stored in a strongroom. safely in a way that gives protection from being hurt, damaged, or stolen |
| 20278 |
All the children have been returned safely to their parents. safely without being damaged, hurt, or lost |
| 20279 |
My savings are invested safely. safely in a way that does not involve a lot of risk |
| 20280 |
We can safely assume that she was not there that night. safely safely assume say (=without much risk of being wrong) in a way that does not involve a lot of risk |
| 20281 |
the harsh environment of the desert harsh harsh conditions or places are unpleasant and difficult to live in |
| 20282 |
Ilie remembers the harsh living conditions in Romania. harsh harsh conditions or places are unpleasant and difficult to live in |
| 20283 |
Harsh words were spoken in the dressing room after the match. harsh harsh actions, words, judgments, or laws are strict, unkind, and often unfair |
| 20284 |
The judge is known for his harsh sentences. harsh harsh actions, words, judgments, or laws are strict, unkind, and often unfair |
| 20285 |
The law has been harsher on soldiers than it has on civilians. harsh harsh on harsh actions, words, judgments, or laws are strict, unkind, and often unfair |
| 20286 |
He had a loud harsh voice. harsh harsh sounds are unpleasant because they are not soft, gentle, or smooth |
| 20287 |
the harsh glare of a naked light bulb harsh harsh colours or lights are not pleasant because they are very bright |
| 20288 |
This was Tim's first experience of the harsh realities of life. harsh harsh facts are unpleasant but true |
| 20289 |
harsh cleaning chemicals harsh harsh substances are very powerful and may damage the things that they are used on |
| 20290 |
ugly concrete tower blocks concrete made of concrete |
| 20291 |
Do you have any concrete evidence to support these allegations? concrete based on facts and information |
| 20292 |
Let me give you a concrete example of what I mean. concrete based on facts and information |
| 20293 |
Some fairly concrete proposals were put forward during the meeting. concrete practical |
| 20294 |
The floors were made of concrete. concrete a hard substance used in building made by mixing cement, sand, small stones, and water |
| 20295 |
The rules are not set in concrete. concrete be set in concrete to be fixed and impossible to change |
| 20296 |
The situation seems to be getting more and more complicated. complicated difficult to do, deal with, or understand, especially because of involving a lot of different processes or aspects |
| 20297 |
a complicated voting system complicated difficult to do, deal with, or understand, especially because of involving a lot of different processes or aspects |
| 20298 |
a series of complicated designs complicated made up of many different but connected parts |
| 20299 |
The alleged victim's evidence could not be relied upon. alleged claimed to be true, even though this has not been proved |
| 20300 |
Over 500 workers face redundancy if the factory closes. redundancy face redundancy a situation in which someone is told to leave their job because they are no longer needed |
| 20301 |
Staff were offered a choice between moving or taking redundancy. redundancy take accept redundancy a situation in which someone is told to leave their job because they are no longer needed |
| 20302 |
It is hoped there will not be any compulsory redundancies. redundancy compulsory voluntary redundancy a situation in which someone is told to leave their job because they are no longer needed |
| 20303 |
a progressive tax system progressive supporting social and political change that aims to make a system fairer |
| 20304 |
an alliance of progressive forces progressive supporting social and political change that aims to make a system fairer |
| 20305 |
The disease causes progressive deterioration of the nervous system. progressive developing gradually |
| 20306 |
the progressive development of a professional style of nursing progressive developing gradually |
| 20307 |
progressive jazz rock progressive used for describing music that tries new or unusual ideas, sometimes making it difficult to listen to |
| 20308 |
The cross-examination increased in intensity. intensity strength |
| 20309 |
low moderate medium high intensity intensity strength |
| 20310 |
A warmer sea will change the distribution, frequency, and intensity of hurricanes. intensity intensity of strength |
| 20311 |
He was surprised by the intensity of her emotions. intensity strength |
| 20312 |
Sometimes I would catch her looking at me with such intensity that it made me nervous. intensity a very strong level of thought and attention |
| 20313 |
The intensity of their relationship had become exhausting. intensity the degree to which something makes you concentrate a lot or use a lot of emotion |
| 20314 |
a highly promising young artist promising likely to be successful or very good |
| 20315 |
Portugal got off to a promising start with a goal in the 13th minute. promising likely to be successful or very good |
| 20316 |
Dexter tried every manoeuvre he could to overtake the truck. manoeuvre an action or movement that you need care or skill to do |
| 20317 |
Everyone had to concentrate for the complicated manoeuvre to work. manoeuvre a complicated difficult manoeuvre an action or movement that you need care or skill to do |
| 20318 |
Mercer won the election thanks to the manoeuvres of his son-in-law. manoeuvre a clever or dishonest action that you do to get something that you want |
| 20319 |
military manoeuvres manoeuvre a military training operation |
| 20320 |
Katherine's good at manoeuvring her car through heavy traffic. manoeuvre manoeuvre something into through etc something to move someone or something in a situation that needs care or skill |
| 20321 |
Jack quickly manoeuvred himself into a managerial position. manoeuvre manoeuvre someone into something to get something that you want by using a clever or dishonest plan |
| 20322 |
I dropped a plate and cracked it. crack to damage something so that a line or long narrow hole appears on its surface, but it does not break into pieces |
| 20323 |
She cracked several ribs and broke her arm skiing. crack to damage something so that a line or long narrow hole appears on its surface, but it does not break into pieces |
| 20324 |
The ice was starting to crack at the edges. crack if something cracks, a line or long narrow hole appears on its surface, but it does not break into pieces |
| 20325 |
The egg cracked open and a little chick struggled out. crack if something cracks, a line or long narrow hole appears on its surface, but it does not break into pieces |
| 20326 |
They used a hammer to crack open the coconuts. crack to deliberately break something open in order to get what is inside |
| 20327 |
Thunder cracked overhead. crack to make a short sudden loud noise like a small explosion |
| 20328 |
Dad fell and cracked his head against the door. crack to accidentally hit a part of your body against something with a lot of force |
| 20329 |
She cracked him over the head with a saucepan. crack to hit someone on the head with a lot of force |
| 20330 |
Detectives believe they are near to cracking the case. crack to solve a complicated problem, or to find the answer to a mystery |
| 20331 |
It was a code that seemed impossible to crack. crack to solve a complicated problem, or to find the answer to a mystery |
| 20332 |
I've been trying all morning to get this to work, and I've finally cracked it. crack crack it (=succeed in solving a particular problem) to solve a complicated problem, or to find the answer to a mystery |
| 20333 |
Heston never cracked, even when they tortured him. crack to lose control of yourself and say or do things that you would not normally say or do, for example, because you are tired or you have been threatened |
| 20334 |
She won the game because her opponent cracked under the pressure. crack crack under the pressure strain to lose control of yourself and say or do things that you would not normally say or do, for example, because you are tired or you have been threatened |
| 20335 |
Residents are working together to crack crime on the estate. crack to succeed in stopping crime or criminal activity |
| 20336 |
He was very relaxed, smiling and cracking jokes. crack crack a joke to tell a joke |
| 20337 |
We'll have to get cracking if we want to get there before dark. crack get cracking to start doing something or going somewhere immediately |
| 20338 |
soldiers in a crack regiment crack very skilful, especially as a result of being trained well |
| 20339 |
She's a crack shot with a rifle. crack a crack shot (=someone who is very accurate in shooting a gun) very skilful, especially as a result of being trained well |
| 20340 |
Many old buildings have cracks in their walls. crack a line on a surface where something is beginning to break apart |
| 20341 |
Hairline cracks appear in the paint when it dries too quickly. crack hairline crack (=an extremely thin crack) a line on a surface where something is beginning to break apart |
| 20342 |
She peered out through the crack in the curtains. crack a narrow opening between two things or parts of things |
| 20343 |
events which deepened the cracks in the monarchy crack a sign that an organization, relationship, or plan is weak or beginning to fail |
| 20344 |
After only a year cracks started to appear in their marriage. crack cracks start to appear (in something) a sign that an organization, relationship, or plan is weak or beginning to fail |
| 20345 |
the sharp crack of a single gunshot crack a short sudden loud noise like a small explosion |
| 20346 |
He's had a nasty crack on the head. crack a hard hit on a part of your body |
| 20347 |
We thought we'd have a crack at running our own business. crack have take a crack at (doing) something an attempt to do something |
| 20348 |
Some of the students were making cracks about her appearance. crack a rude or insulting joke about someone or something |
| 20349 |
crack addicts crack a pure form of the illegal drug cocaine |
| 20350 |
I was up at the crack of dawn trying to finish my essay. crack at the crack of dawn extremely early in the morning |
| 20351 |
Too many neglected children are slipping through the cracks. crack slip fall through the cracks to not be dealt with by a system that is designed to help you or to stop you doing something |
| 20352 |
What do you fancy for your lunch? fancy to want to have or do something |
| 20353 |
I quite fancy the idea of lazing around. fancy to want to have or do something |
| 20354 |
Do you fancy going to the cinema? fancy fancy doing something to want to have or do something |
| 20355 |
I think Steve fancies you! fancy to feel sexually attracted to someone |
| 20356 |
I fancy Manchester United for the Cup this year. fancy fancy someone for something to believe that someone will be successful in doing something, especially winning a competition or fight |
| 20357 |
So, do you fancy your chances for tomorrow's game? fancy fancy your chances (for something) to believe that someone will be successful in doing something, especially winning a competition or fight |
| 20358 |
Oxford are strongly fancied to win this year's Boat Race. fancy fancy someone to do something to believe that someone will be successful in doing something, especially winning a competition or fight |
| 20359 |
He sometimes fancied that he heard strange sounds. fancy to believe or imagine that something is true |
| 20360 |
Fancy you knowing my sister! fancy fancy used when you are very surprised about something |
| 20361 |
You lot really fancy yourselves, don't you. fancy to believe that you are very attractive, clever, or good at something in a way that is annoying |
| 20362 |
She fancies herself as another Madonna. fancy to believe, usually wrongly, that you have the qualities or abilities of a particular person or type of person |
| 20363 |
We stayed at some fancy hotel in the centre of London. fancy expensive, popular, and fashionable |
| 20364 |
children who are sent to fancy private schools fancy expensive, popular, and fashionable |
| 20365 |
The camera comes in a fancy leather case. fancy not plain or simple but with a lot of decorations or extra parts |
| 20366 |
I wanted just a plain handbag – nothing fancy. fancy not plain or simple but with a lot of decorations or extra parts |
| 20367 |
a shop selling jewellery and fancy goods fancy fancy goods (=small objects used as decorations) not plain or simple but with a lot of decorations or extra parts |
| 20368 |
fancy computer graphics fancy complicated or difficult |
| 20369 |
fancy footballing tricks fancy complicated or difficult |
| 20370 |
The candidate's fancy words lost more votes than they gained. fancy intended to seem impressive, important, or clever |
| 20371 |
Was it only his fancy, or was there someone watching him? fancy imagination, or something that you imagine or dream about |
| 20372 |
one of those strange fancies of a dying person fancy imagination, or something that you imagine or dream about |
| 20373 |
I think Sam really took a fancy to you! fancy take a fancy to someone to suddenly start to like someone or to become sexually attracted to them |
| 20374 |
I looked at quite a few dresses, but nothing really took my fancy. fancy take catch someone's fancy if something takes or catches your fancy, you like it, or you want to have or do it |
| 20375 |
We could drive all the way. Alternatively, we could fly. alternatively used for making another suggestion |
| 20376 |
a sex scandal scandal a situation in which important people behave in a dishonest or immoral way that shocks people |
| 20377 |
The company has been damaged by a series of financial scandals. scandal a situation in which important people behave in a dishonest or immoral way that shocks people |
| 20378 |
When the scandal broke, many people called for the President's impeachment. scandal a scandal breaks (=suddenly becomes known) a situation in which important people behave in a dishonest or immoral way that shocks people |
| 20379 |
Any further hint of scandal and he'll be forced to resign. scandal a hint of scandal (=a suggestion that a scandal may exist) a situation in which important people behave in a dishonest or immoral way that shocks people |
| 20380 |
He was tired of the endless stream of scandal offered by the tabloid press. scandal talk or reports in the newspapers or on television about shocking events involving important people |
| 20381 |
The government has failed to deal with the scandal of homelessness. scandal scandal of a situation that shocks you and makes you angry, especially one that you think someone in authority should change |
| 20382 |
It's a scandal that companies can charge so much for phone calls. scandal it's a scandal that a situation that shocks you and makes you angry, especially one that you think someone in authority should change |
| 20383 |
The two species resemble each other. resemble to be similar to someone or something, especially in appearance |
| 20384 |
Soldiers are trained under conditions that closely resemble real combat. resemble closely faintly strongly vaguely resemble to be similar to someone or something, especially in appearance |
| 20385 |
The animals make a strange sound, vaguely resembling the bark of a dog. resemble to be similar to someone or something, especially in appearance |
| 20386 |
We have to operate within the parameters of the budget. parameter a limit that affects how something can be done |
| 20387 |
Ministers will meet next week to set the parameters for the peace conference. parameter set define establish parameters (for something) a limit that affects how something can be done |
| 20388 |
He looked so fierce. fierce very angry, or ready to attack |
| 20389 |
a fierce lion fierce very angry, or ready to attack |
| 20390 |
A fierce storm forced the crew to abandon the yacht. fierce fierce weather is very strong or severe |
| 20391 |
We face fierce competition from overseas competitors. fierce fierce competition opposition involving a lot of force or energy |
| 20392 |
I wouldn't sit on that chair – it wobbles. wobble to rock slightly from side to side, or to make something do this |
| 20393 |
Bill's out of hospital and wobbling around on crutches. wobble to go somewhere while moving from side to side as if you are going to fall |
| 20394 |
US resolve appeared to wobble yesterday. wobble to lose confidence about doing something |
| 20395 |
a wobbling economy wobble to lose confidence about doing something |
| 20396 |
a wobble in the markets wobble a feeling or expression of fear or loss of confidence |
| 20397 |
tropical medicine (=dealing with diseases that exist in tropical areas) tropical in or from the hottest parts of the world |
| 20398 |
tropical plants fish diseases tropical in or from the hottest parts of the world |
| 20399 |
tropical Africa America Asia tropical used about parts of countries that are in the tropics |
| 20400 |
The heat in his office is positively tropical. tropical used about weather that is very hot, especially when the air also feels slightly wet |
| 20401 |
Ours is the third house on the left. ours used for referring to something that belongs to or is connected with you and the group that you are a part of, when you are the person speaking or writing |
| 20402 |
If you don't have a barbecue, you can borrow ours. ours used for referring to something that belongs to or is connected with you and the group that you are a part of, when you are the person speaking or writing |
| 20403 |
These are someone else's seats – those must be ours over there. ours used for referring to something that belongs to or is connected with you and the group that you are a part of, when you are the person speaking or writing |
| 20404 |
Your system is completely different from ours. ours used for referring to something that belongs to or is connected with you and the group that you are a part of, when you are the person speaking or writing |
| 20405 |
this great country of ours ours of ours used for referring to something that belongs to or is connected with you and the group that you are a part of, when you are the person speaking or writing |
| 20406 |
Miranda has not met any other man since she broke off their engagement. engagement break off an engagement (=end it) a formal agreement to get married |
| 20407 |
a long engagement engagement the period during which two people are engaged to be married |
| 20408 |
Official engagements take up about 50% of his time. engagement a formal arrangement to meet someone or to do something, especially as part of your public duties |
| 20409 |
I'm afraid I have a previous lunch engagement. engagement a formal arrangement to meet someone or to do something, especially as part of your public duties |
| 20410 |
Heavy engagements are reported between rebels and government forces. engagement a battle between armies |
| 20411 |
the rules of engagement engagement a battle between armies |
| 20412 |
Participants assess their level of engagement with their child's feelings. engagement engagement with the feeling of being involved in a particular activity |
| 20413 |
a contest between the two top-rated tennis players in the world contest a competition, especially one in which people's skill in a particular activity or sport is tested |
| 20414 |
a singing poetry contest contest a competition, especially one in which people's skill in a particular activity or sport is tested |
| 20415 |
the contest for the lottery franchise contest a situation in which two or more people or groups are competing to gain power or an advantage |
| 20416 |
She has now withdrawn from the presidential contest. contest a situation in which two or more people or groups are competing to gain power or an advantage |
| 20417 |
Jessie is the fastest, no contest. contest no contest used for emphasizing that it is obvious who will win in a situation where different people, companies, teams etc are competing |
| 20418 |
His children are contesting the will. contest to state formally that you disagree with something or think it is wrong |
| 20419 |
He plans to contest the world heavyweight title again next year. contest to compete for a job or for success in a competition |
| 20420 |
Her original text has been heavily edited (=changed a lot). edit to make a book or document ready to be published by correcting the mistakes and making other changes |
| 20421 |
The program enables you to copy and edit files in the usual way. edit to make changes to a computer file on screen |
| 20422 |
The segment, once edited, ran to 12 minutes. edit to make changes to a film, or to a television or radio programme before it is shown or broadcast |
| 20423 |
She edits a prestigious medical journal. edit to be the editor in charge of a newspaper or magazine |
| 20424 |
the collection of essays edited by Frank Palmer edit to produce a book by choosing, arranging, and explaining things that other people have written |
| 20425 |
He edited the letters of Matthew Arnold. edit to produce a book by choosing, arranging, and explaining things that other people have written |
| 20426 |
The text is very messy and needs a close edit. edit the process of editing something such as a book, document, or film |
| 20427 |
She has shown immense courage in opposing a corrupt and violent regime. courage the ability to do something that you know is right or good, even though it is dangerous, frightening, or very difficult |
| 20428 |
I didn't have the courage to admit I was wrong. courage have the courage to do something the ability to do something that you know is right or good, even though it is dangerous, frightening, or very difficult |
| 20429 |
Eventually I plucked up the courage and made an appointment with the doctor. courage pluck up summon up (the) courage (=try to make yourself feel brave enough to do something) the ability to do something that you know is right or good, even though it is dangerous, frightening, or very difficult |
| 20430 |
It took a great deal of courage to leave her friends. courage it takes courage to do something the ability to do something that you know is right or good, even though it is dangerous, frightening, or very difficult |
| 20431 |
He had faced his illness with great courage. courage the ability to be brave when you are in great pain |
| 20432 |
We can take courage from his success. courage take courage from something to feel more confident and hopeful because of something |
| 20433 |
She stood with her hands on her hips, waiting. hip one of the two parts at either side of your body between your waist and the top of your legs |
| 20434 |
I'd like to lose weight from my hips and thighs. hip one of the two parts at either side of your body between your waist and the top of your legs |
| 20435 |
He fell downstairs and broke his hip. hip one of the two joints (=parts where two bones meet) at either side of your body between your waist and the top of your legs |
| 20436 |
a hip replacement operation hip one of the two joints (=parts where two bones meet) at either side of your body between your waist and the top of your legs |
| 20437 |
a group of hip Miami teenagers hip modern and fashionable |
| 20438 |
a hip London jazz club hip modern and fashionable |
| 20439 |
a canteen of cutlery canteen a box containing a set of knives, forks, and spoons |
| 20440 |
Nissan sponsors the championships as part of its community relations work. sponsor to pay for or give money to an event, a television or radio programme, a website etc as a way to advertise your products or services |
| 20441 |
Please call now if you are interested in sponsoring a child. sponsor to give money in order to help someone who lives in another country |
| 20442 |
The UN will sponsor a women's conference this summer. sponsor to organize and support an event or activity |
| 20443 |
Earthwatch is an international organization that sponsors scientific research. sponsor to organize and support an event or activity |
| 20444 |
a government-sponsored conservation programme sponsor to organize and support an event or activity |
| 20445 |
We sponsored a family who came from India. sponsor to accept responsibility for someone's actions or financial situation |
| 20446 |
The US has always been a key sponsor of the peace process. sponsor sponsor of a country, organization, or group that organizes and supports an activity |
| 20447 |
the sponsor of the amendment sponsor sponsor of an elected official in a parliament who writes a bill and organizes support for it in order to try get other officials to vote for it |
| 20448 |
The pump inflates the tyres automatically. inflate to fill something with air or gas so that it becomes the right shape and size for using |
| 20449 |
It takes only a second for the airbag to inflate. inflate to become inflated |
| 20450 |
We have substantially increased the number of courses. substantially by a large amount or degree |
| 20451 |
The city has grown substantially. substantially by a large amount or degree |
| 20452 |
a substantially built brick house substantially very strongly made or built |
| 20453 |
The two women hold substantially equivalent positions in the two companies. substantially in the most important or basic way |
| 20454 |
occupational categories groups occupational relating to, or caused by, your job |
| 20455 |
compensation for occupational accidents and diseases occupational relating to, or caused by, your job |
| 20456 |
teacher trainers trainer someone whose job is to train people for a job or profession |
| 20457 |
We must keep our costs down for the remainder of the financial year. remainder remainder of the part of something that is left after the rest has gone or been finished |
| 20458 |
We think the two crimes are related in some way. related if two or more things are related, there is a connection between them |
| 20459 |
environmentally related diseases related if two or more things are related, there is a connection between them |
| 20460 |
Occupation and social class are closely related. related closely directly intimately related if two or more things are related, there is a connection between them |
| 20461 |
Harcourt's lawyer claims that his client's health problems are directly related to his work in the mine. related related to if two or more things are related, there is a connection between them |
| 20462 |
I didn't know you two were related. related belonging to the same family |
| 20463 |
Annie's related to the director. related related to belonging to the same family |
| 20464 |
Joe's father and my mother are distantly related. related distantly related belonging to the same family |
| 20465 |
The word 'imfundo' means 'education' in Zulu and several related languages. related having the same origins and belonging to the same group |
| 20466 |
stress-related anxiety #NAME? used with some nouns to make adjectives describing what something is connected with |
| 20467 |
a drug-related crime #NAME? used with some nouns to make adjectives describing what something is connected with |
| 20468 |
tax rent payment arrears arrears money that you owe because you have failed to make payments at the correct time |
| 20469 |
Your mortgage payment is a month in arrears. arrears late in making a regular payment |
| 20470 |
He inherited the business from his father. inherit inherit something from someone to receive property or money from someone who has died |
| 20471 |
The boys inherited Derek's good looks. inherit to be born with the same appearance or character as one of your parents |
| 20472 |
the road building programme we inherited from the previous government inherit to have responsibility for a situation that someone has started and left for you to deal with |
| 20473 |
I inherited Janine's desk and computer. inherit to get something from someone who lived in your house or did your job before you |
| 20474 |
Many countries have inherited traditions of public service. inherit to have a belief, tradition, or way of life that you received from people who lived before you |
| 20475 |
Shall we resume after lunch? resume to start something again after stopping temporarily |
| 20476 |
After saying that, Tom resumed his work and ignored us completely. resume to start something again after stopping temporarily |
| 20477 |
Talks will resume later. resume to be started again after being stopped temporarily |
| 20478 |
He came back from the window and resumed his seat. resume resume your seat place position to go back and sit or stand in the place where you were sitting or standing previously |
| 20479 |
Please hand in your completed assignments by 30 October. assignment work that you must do as part of a course of study or as part of your job |
| 20480 |
His first assignment as a reporter was to cover the local election. assignment work that you must do as part of a course of study or as part of your job |
| 20481 |
Joe's still away on assignment for a Swiss newspaper. assignment on assignment (=doing a particular job for a period of time) work that you must do as part of a course of study or as part of your job |
| 20482 |
The judge had to agree on the assignment of points for each part of the competition. assignment assignment of the process of giving someone or something a particular job, title, or status |
| 20483 |
He was barely able to conceal his disgust. conceal to prevent someone from seeing or knowing your feelings |
| 20484 |
Why did you decide to conceal your true identity? conceal to not tell someone about something, especially because you are ashamed of it or worried about it |
| 20485 |
Concealing evidence from the police is a serious offence. conceal conceal something from someone to not tell someone about something, especially because you are ashamed of it or worried about it |
| 20486 |
The letters had been concealed under a mattress. conceal to hide something so that it cannot be found |
| 20487 |
A long velvet curtain concealed a small doorway. conceal to cover something so that it is hidden |
| 20488 |
a dance class in the school gym gym a large hall or room with special equipment for doing physical exercises |
| 20489 |
I try to go to the gym three times a week. gym a building or club where you go to do physical exercises, swim, and play sports |
| 20490 |
Most of the people interviewed requested that their identity should not be disclosed. disclose to give information to people, especially information that was secret |
| 20491 |
They were reluctant to disclose that profits had fallen. disclose disclose that to give information to people, especially information that was secret |
| 20492 |
Officials did not disclose where the explosives were alleged to have been planted. disclose disclose what where how etc to give information to people, especially information that was secret |
| 20493 |
a club exclusively for women exclusively used for emphasizing that something is available to or limited to one specific person, thing, or group |
| 20494 |
a website devoted exclusively to hip-hop music exclusively used for emphasizing that something is available to or limited to one specific person, thing, or group |
| 20495 |
They were both suffering from a mild bout of flu. mild a mild illness or injury is one that is not serious |
| 20496 |
brain injuries ranging from mild to severe mild a mild illness or injury is one that is not serious |
| 20497 |
He eyed her with mild amusement. mild a mild feeling or expression is one that is not very strong or severe |
| 20498 |
There was a note of mild alarm in her voice. mild a mild feeling or expression is one that is not very strong or severe |
| 20499 |
He received the mild sentence of a year's probation. mild a mild punishment or criticism is not very severe |
| 20500 |
a mild winter mild mild weather is warm and pleasant, especially warmer than usual for the time of year |
| 20501 |
Edam is a cheese that is mild and firm. mild mild food does not have a strong taste |
| 20502 |
a mild curry mild mild food does not have a strong taste |
| 20503 |
a mild soap that's kind to your skin mild mild drugs, cosmetics etc are very gentle and not likely to have any bad effects |
| 20504 |
I was given a mild sedative to help me sleep. mild mild drugs, cosmetics etc are very gentle and not likely to have any bad effects |
| 20505 |
The joke caused mild amusement. mild not very large or extreme |
| 20506 |
The economy will slip into a mild recession. mild not very large or extreme |
| 20507 |
Jerry gave the impression of being a rather mild man. mild a mild person is gentle and does not often become angry |
| 20508 |
Nick spoke in a mild voice. mild used about someone's behaviour or way of speaking |
| 20509 |
chronic back pain chronic a chronic illness or chronic pain is serious and lasts for a long time. A serious illness or pain that lasts only for a short time is described as acute |
| 20510 |
a chronic shortage of food money resources chronic a chronic problem is always happening or returning and is very difficult to solve |
| 20511 |
a chronic liar smoker workaholic chronic doing something again and again, especially something harmful that you are unable or unwilling to stop doing |
| 20512 |
The film was pretty chronic, but we had a good laugh. chronic very bad |
| 20513 |
chronically sick patients chronic |
| 20514 |
She is a splendid painter. splendid very impressive, or very good |
| 20515 |
I think a party is a splendid idea! splendid very impressive, or very good |
| 20516 |
You have a splendid opportunity to do something different and original. splendid very impressive, or very good |
| 20517 |
The huge windows gave us a splendid view of the grounds. splendid used about something that is impressive and beautiful to look at |
| 20518 |
a splendid building boulevard splendid used about something that is impressive and beautiful to look at |
| 20519 |
A splendid buffet was laid out along a 30-foot table. splendid used about something that is impressive and beautiful to look at |
| 20520 |
We had a splendid time in Nice. splendid used about a period of time that is very enjoyable or pleasant |
| 20521 |
'I'll be there at 4.00.' 'Oh, splendid!' splendid used for saying that you are pleased about something or think it is good |
| 20522 |
a rider forbidding actions that could harm the environment rider an addition to an official document or new law |
| 20523 |
clay pots clay a type of heavy wet soil that becomes hard when it is baked in a kiln (=oven), used for making cups, plates, and other objects |
| 20524 |
Firstly, this car looks awful, and secondly, it's unreliable. firstly used for beginning a list of reasons, arguments etc |
| 20525 |
The facilities had been conceived with families in mind. conceive to think of something such as a new idea, plan, or design |
| 20526 |
The exhibition was originally conceived as a tribute to Scott's family. conceive to think of something such as a new idea, plan, or design |
| 20527 |
I find the whole scenario hard to conceive. conceive to imagine something or think of doing something |
| 20528 |
How can they even conceive of doing such an appalling thing? conceive conceive of to imagine something or think of doing something |
| 20529 |
Recent scandals have weakened him politically. politically in a political way |
| 20530 |
a politically damaging embarrassing incident politically in a political way |
| 20531 |
politically active student groups politically in a political way |
| 20532 |
a politically motivated attack politically in a political way |
| 20533 |
a politically sensitive issue politically in a political way |
| 20534 |
Terminal cancer was diagnosed. terminal a terminal illness cannot be cured and will cause someone to die, usually slowly |
| 20535 |
The coal industry is now feared to be in terminal decline. terminal in terminal decline continuing to get worse until the end is reached |
| 20536 |
The biggest challenge the soldiers had to face was terminal boredom. terminal terminal boredom extreme |
| 20537 |
a terminal branch bud terminal at the end of something |
| 20538 |
terminally ill patients terminal |
| 20539 |
the need to combine speed and accuracy accuracy the ability to do something in an accurate way |
| 20540 |
The accuracy of the reports cannot be verified (=checked). accuracy the quality of being accurate |
| 20541 |
There has been a series of military coups since the country gained independence. coup a military army coup an occasion when a group of people takes control of a country, usually by means of military force |
| 20542 |
A band of young disillusioned officers staged a coup. coup stage lead mount a coup an occasion when a group of people takes control of a country, usually by means of military force |
| 20543 |
He was jailed for his part in the attempted coup. coup an attempted failed abortive coup an occasion when a group of people takes control of a country, usually by means of military force |
| 20544 |
the 1996 coup against General Abacha coup coup against an occasion when a group of people takes control of a country, usually by means of military force |
| 20545 |
a boardroom coup coup an occasion when someone suddenly gains control in an organization |
| 20546 |
It's a great coup to get Bjork to perform here. coup an impressive and surprising success |
| 20547 |
This is a major publicity coup for the company. coup a publicity propaganda public relations coup an impressive and surprising success |
| 20548 |
sex offenders offender someone who has committed a crime |
| 20549 |
Older houses cost a lot to maintain and inefficient heating is one of the biggest offenders. offender something that is causing a problem |
| 20550 |
The similarity between the two stories suggests Lowry wrote them both. similarity similarity between the degree to which one thing is similar to another thing, or the fact that they are similar |
| 20551 |
a striking similarity of style similarity similarity of in the degree to which one thing is similar to another thing, or the fact that they are similar |
| 20552 |
His signature bears absolutely no similarity to mine. similarity similarity to the degree to which one thing is similar to another thing, or the fact that they are similar |
| 20553 |
There are many similarities between Ron and his father. similarity similarity between something that makes one thing seem like another |
| 20554 |
There are numerous similarities in the behaviour of men and women in this respect. similarity similarity in of something that makes one thing seem like another |
| 20555 |
His music shows several similarities to that of other modern composers. similarity similarity to something that makes one thing seem like another |
| 20556 |
a systematic approach to the cleanup of hazardous waste systematic done according to a careful plan and in a thorough way |
| 20557 |
the systematic study of social policy systematic done according to a careful plan and in a thorough way |
| 20558 |
We know that human rights are being systematically violated. systematic |
| 20559 |
The collection has not been systematically updated. systematic |
| 20560 |
There were no reports of casualties from the attack. casualty someone who is injured or killed in an accident or military action |
| 20561 |
A small group of rebels inflicted heavy casualties (=many people injured or killed) on the government forces. casualty heavy casualties someone who is injured or killed in an accident or military action |
| 20562 |
Education has again been a casualty of government spending cuts. casualty casualty of someone or something that is damaged or suffers as a result of something else |
| 20563 |
I hear that they've taken him to casualty. casualty the part of a hospital where people go when they are injured or suddenly become ill. The official name for this is Accident and Emergency. The American word is emergency room |
| 20564 |
The gallery is showing the work of abstract painters. painter an artist who paints pictures |
| 20565 |
a house painter painter someone whose job is to paint walls, doors etc or the outside of houses and other buildings |
| 20566 |
After recent setbacks in the market, most people are now opting for low-risk investments. opt opt for to make a choice or decision from a range of possibilities |
| 20567 |
married couples opting to be taxed as two single persons opt opt to do something to make a choice or decision from a range of possibilities |
| 20568 |
a handsome young man handsome a handsome man or boy has a very attractive face |
| 20569 |
Joe was tall, dark, and handsome. handsome a handsome man or boy has a very attractive face |
| 20570 |
a handsome Victorian church handsome a handsome building or place is large, attractive, and impressive |
| 20571 |
a handsome piece of furniture handsome a handsome object is well made and attractive |
| 20572 |
The company expects handsome profits from its phone business. handsome a handsome amount of money is large |
| 20573 |
a handsome donation gift contribution handsome large and generous |
| 20574 |
Their bravery was handsomely rewarded. handsome |
| 20575 |
a career in banking banking the work done by banks and other financial institutions |
| 20576 |
commercial banking banking the work done by banks and other financial institutions |
| 20577 |
You can now do your banking on-line. banking the activity of paying money into or taking money out of a bank account |
| 20578 |
Delivering bad news requires sensitivity on the doctor's part. sensitivity the quality of understanding how someone feels and being careful not to offend them |
| 20579 |
The education system showed no sensitivity to different cultural traditions. sensitivity sensitivity to the quality of understanding how someone feels and being careful not to offend them |
| 20580 |
The church has been restored with great sensitivity. sensitivity the quality of understanding something and being careful not to do anything that harms or damages it |
| 20581 |
The drug can cause sensitivity to sunlight. sensitivity sensitivity to a tendency to have a strong physical reaction to something |
| 20582 |
his sensitivity to music sensitivity sensitivity to a natural understanding of something, and a natural reaction to it |
| 20583 |
We must keep in mind the sensitivities of the victims' families. sensitivity the feelings of someone who may be offended |
| 20584 |
We're very aware of the sensitivity of the issue. sensitivity a situation in which something needs to be dealt with carefully because people could be offended |
| 20585 |
an officer in the Royal Navy navy the part of a country's armed forces that can fight at sea |
| 20586 |
a navy base ship helicopter navy the part of a country's armed forces that can fight at sea |
| 20587 |
a fascinating story person place fascinating making you very interested or attracted |
| 20588 |
It will be fascinating to see who the Association appoints. fascinating it is fascinating to do something making you very interested or attracted |
| 20589 |
I find him absolutely fascinating. fascinating find someone something fascinating making you very interested or attracted |
| 20590 |
Diplomats expressed disappointment at the lack of progress. disappointment disappointment at the feeling of being unhappy because something that you hoped for or expected did not happen or because someone or something was not as good as you expected |
| 20591 |
Jackson cancelled the concert, to the great disappointment of his fans. disappointment to someone's disappointment (=making someone disappointed) the feeling of being unhappy because something that you hoped for or expected did not happen or because someone or something was not as good as you expected |
| 20592 |
The representatives acknowledged their disappointment with the negotiations. disappointment disappointment with the feeling of being unhappy because something that you hoped for or expected did not happen or because someone or something was not as good as you expected |
| 20593 |
Newcombe has described the defeat as the biggest disappointment of his career. disappointment a big great bitter major disappointment someone or something that is not as good as you thought they would be |
| 20594 |
I'm such a disappointment to her. disappointment disappointment to someone or something that is not as good as you thought they would be |
| 20595 |
There is always some hostility to new technology. hostility hostility to towards opposition to something |
| 20596 |
They were greeted with suspicion and hostility at first. hostility unfriendly or threatening behaviour or feelings towards someone |
| 20597 |
There is no hostility between the staff and pupils. hostility hostility between unfriendly or threatening behaviour or feelings towards someone |
| 20598 |
I found it hard to handle people's hostility towards me. hostility hostility to toward unfriendly or threatening behaviour or feelings towards someone |
| 20599 |
The UN is demanding an immediate cessation of hostilities. hostility cessation of hostilities (=an end to the fighting) fighting between enemies in a war |
| 20600 |
Anti-war demonstrations continued after the outbreak of hostilities. hostility the outbreak of hostilities (=the start of fighting) fighting between enemies in a war |
| 20601 |
the likelihood of renewed hostilities between the two countries hostility hostility between fighting between enemies in a war |
| 20602 |
The business continues to prosper. prosper to be successful, especially by making a lot of money |
| 20603 |
Under his reign peace and mutual understanding prospered. prosper to grow and do well |
| 20604 |
Its main aim was to control government spending on social programmes. spending government public state spending money that is spent, especially by a government or a large organization |
| 20605 |
Aircraft manufacturers have been hit hard by cuts in defence spending. spending defence education health spending money that is spent, especially by a government or a large organization |
| 20606 |
spending plans limits controls spending relating to the amount of money that is spent by a government or a large organization |
| 20607 |
I can scarcely believe what's happened. scarcely almost not, or almost none |
| 20608 |
There was scarcely any traffic. scarcely almost not, or almost none |
| 20609 |
We had scarcely driven a mile when the car broke down. scarcely only just |
| 20610 |
I can scarcely refuse to help after all he's done for me. scarcely used for showing that something is certainly not true or possible |
| 20611 |
School uniform is no longer compulsory in many British schools. compulsory something that is compulsory must be done because of a rule or law |
| 20612 |
a delicious blend of sharp and sweet blend a combination of different tastes, styles, qualities etc that produces an attractive or effective result |
| 20613 |
Blend the butter and the sugar together. blend to mix different foods or other substances together |
| 20614 |
biofuel blended with standard diesel blend blend something with something to mix different foods or other substances together |
| 20615 |
Blend three drops of rosemary oil into the base oil. blend blend something into something to mix different foods or other substances together |
| 20616 |
They had blended into a sticky mess. blend to join with another substance to form a mixture |
| 20617 |
Their music blends jazz and pop in a stylish contemporary sound. blend to combine different tastes, styles, qualities etc in a way that is attractive or effective |
| 20618 |
The sweetness of the yoghurt blends nicely with the sharpness of the lemons. blend blend with to be combined with other things in an attractive or effective way |
| 20619 |
He lives in our neighbourhood. neighbourhood a particular area of a city or town |
| 20620 |
a poor middle-class wealthy neighbourhood neighbourhood a particular area of a city or town |
| 20621 |
a Chinese Italian neighbourhood neighbourhood a particular area of a city or town |
| 20622 |
The whole neighbourhood came to the school fete. neighbourhood the people who live near each other |
| 20623 |
in the neighbourhood of 5,000 neighbourhood in the neighbourhood of something near a particular amount in quantity or money |
| 20624 |
ideological differences disputes ideological based on, or relating to, an ideology |
| 20625 |
He criticized the scheme on ideological grounds. ideological based on, or relating to, an ideology |
| 20626 |
We have no ideological objection to involving private companies in the healthcare system. ideological based on, or relating to, an ideology |
| 20627 |
First peel the potatoes and cut them in half. peel to remove the skin from a fruit or vegetable |
| 20628 |
He peeled a 50 note from a big roll of money. peel peel something from something to remove something from the surface of something else, especially by taking one end or side and pulling it up |
| 20629 |
To fasten the envelope first peel off the strip of paper along the edge. peel peel something off away back to remove something from the surface of something else, especially by taking one end or side and pulling it up |
| 20630 |
The paint in the hall is beginning to peel. peel if something peels, small pieces of it or of something covering it start to become separated from it |
| 20631 |
Her sunburn was so bad that her shoulders were peeling. peel if something peels, small pieces of it or of something covering it start to become separated from it |
| 20632 |
orange peel peel the skin of a fruit or vegetable |
| 20633 |
a slice of pizza pizza a food that consists of flat round bread with tomato, cheese, vegetables, meat etc on it |
| 20634 |
Please pardon the mess in the back room. pardon to forgive someone for doing or saying something bad or unpleasant |
| 20635 |
Pardon me, but those numbers aren't right. pardon used for politely disagreeing with what someone has said |
| 20636 |
Pardon me for interrupting, but there's a phone call for you. pardon pardon me for (doing) something used for saying 'sorry' for doing or saying something that you think might offend people |
| 20637 |
Pardon me for saying so, but isn't he a little old for her? pardon pardon me for (doing) something used for saying 'sorry' for doing or saying something that you think might offend people |
| 20638 |
Ministers were told not to criticize the policy publicly. criticize to say what you think is wrong or bad about something |
| 20639 |
It was difficult to be honest without seeming to criticize. criticize to say what you think is wrong or bad about something |
| 20640 |
The new proposals have been criticized for not going far enough to change the system. criticize criticize someone something for (doing) something to say what you think is wrong or bad about something |
| 20641 |
Social services were widely criticized for not taking more action to protect children at risk. criticize be strongly severely widely sharply heavily criticized to say what you think is wrong or bad about something |
| 20642 |
Dangerous prisoners need constant supervision. supervision the process of supervising someone or something |
| 20643 |
Here children can play safely under supervision. supervision under (someone's) supervision the process of supervising someone or something |
| 20644 |
The car flipped as it went round the final curve. flip to turn over quickly, or to make something turn over |
| 20645 |
You're supposed to flip a new mattress regularly. flip to turn over quickly, or to make something turn over |
| 20646 |
Just six months ago, she was flipping hamburgers for $6 an hour. flip to turn over quickly, or to make something turn over |
| 20647 |
She flipped her glasses onto the desk in front of her. flip to throw something with a sudden movement using your fingers and thumb |
| 20648 |
She can flip between Spanish and English very easily. flip flip between to change suddenly from one subject, activity, or opinion to another |
| 20649 |
They've flipped back and forth between supporting and opposing these proposals. flip to change suddenly from one subject, activity, or opinion to another |
| 20650 |
Would you stop flipping channels! flip to quickly change the channels on a television |
| 20651 |
Flip the last two numbers around and there's your answer. flip flip something around round to change the position of something, or exchange the positions of two or more things |
| 20652 |
Her father flipped when he saw the phone bill. flip to become very angry |
| 20653 |
He flipped when he heard that he'd won. flip to become very enthusiastic or happy |
| 20654 |
a flip answer remark flip not serious enough, or not showing enough respect |
| 20655 |
The game was decided by the flip of a coin. flip the flip of a coin an action of quickly hitting a small object with your fingers or thumb, especially so that it spins in the air |
| 20656 |
He broke his arm trying to do a flip. flip an action of jumping up and turning completely over in the air |
| 20657 |
Instead of satisfaction she felt only guilt. guilt a feeling of being ashamed and sorry because you have done something wrong |
| 20658 |
I often felt swamped by guilt at having left my children. guilt guilt about at for over a feeling of being ashamed and sorry because you have done something wrong |
| 20659 |
Her husband's death left her with an overwhelming sense of guilt. guilt feeling sense of guilt a feeling of being ashamed and sorry because you have done something wrong |
| 20660 |
She felt a sudden twinge of guilt. guilt twinge pang of guilt a feeling of being ashamed and sorry because you have done something wrong |
| 20661 |
It now remains for the jury to decide on the defendant's guilt or innocence. guilt the fact that someone has committed a crime |
| 20662 |
A lot of passengers were sitting up on deck. deck on deck the outside top part of a ship that you can walk on |
| 20663 |
John stayed below decks in his cabin. deck below deck(s) (=inside and at a lower level than the deck) the outside top part of a ship that you can walk on |
| 20664 |
the first-class cabins on the upper deck deck upper lower deck one of the levels on a ship or bus |
| 20665 |
He was sitting on the top deck, right at the front. deck top bottom deck (=of a bus) one of the levels on a ship or bus |
| 20666 |
He insisted that they play with a fresh deck of cards. deck deck of cards a set of cards used for playing card games. The usual British word is pack |
| 20667 |
There was a bang and everybody hit the deck. deck hit the deck to fall or throw yourself to the ground |
| 20668 |
A supplement is payable for a single room. payable an amount of money that is payable must be paid |
| 20669 |
Cheques should be made payable to M&D Ltd. payable payable to someone a cheque that is payable to someone has their name written on it because the money is owed to them |
| 20670 |
Great shot, huh? huh used after you have said something to show that you are asking for agreement |
| 20671 |
'Did you enjoy it?' 'Huh?' 'Did you enjoy the film?' huh used for asking someone to repeat something because you did not hear what they said |
| 20672 |
Huh! United don't stand a chance! huh used as a way of showing that you do not like, believe, or agree with something |
| 20673 |
What's wrong with you, huh? huh used as a way of showing that you do not like, believe, or agree with something |
| 20674 |
Convicted drug traffickers may face execution. execution the act of killing a person as a punishment for a crime |
| 20675 |
There have been no executions in this state for almost 15 years. execution the act of killing a person as a punishment for a crime |
| 20676 |
He has failed in the execution of his duties. execution execution of the act of completing something that you have agreed or planned to do |
| 20677 |
a seven-room penthouse suite suite a set of rooms |
| 20678 |
the hotel's honeymoon suite suite a set of rooms |
| 20679 |
a second-floor suite of offices suite a set of rooms |
| 20680 |
a suite of anti-virus utilities suite a set of computer programs |
| 20681 |
a fully integrated suite of training packages suite a set of products |
| 20682 |
They were interested solely in schemes that would make a lot of money. solely involving nothing except the person or thing mentioned |
| 20683 |
the ticket collector collector someone whose job is to collect something from people |
| 20684 |
an avid stamp collector collector someone who collects things for fun |
| 20685 |
a nutty spicy bitter flavour flavour the particular taste that food or drink has |
| 20686 |
a distinctive delicate subtle flavour flavour the particular taste that food or drink has |
| 20687 |
The drink has a very strong flavour of citrus fruit. flavour have a flavour the particular taste that food or drink has |
| 20688 |
Fresh ginger gives an eastern flavour to the dish. flavour give a flavour the particular taste that food or drink has |
| 20689 |
This beer has no flavour. flavour a pleasant or strong taste |
| 20690 |
Add flavour to your meal by using more herbs and garlic. flavour add flavour a pleasant or strong taste |
| 20691 |
The music gives some flavour of the traditional ways of singing. flavour give impart a flavour an idea of what something is like |
| 20692 |
The foreign visitors added an international flavour to the occasion. flavour a particular quality that is typical of something |
| 20693 |
His paintings really catch the mood and flavour of the country. flavour a particular quality that is typical of something |
| 20694 |
She is very much flavour of the month in Hollywood. flavour flavour of the month something or someone that is very popular for only a short time |
| 20695 |
banana flavoured with rum flavour to add something to food or drink that changes its taste or gives it a particular taste |
| 20696 |
the Faculty of Medicine faculty a department or group of departments in a university |
| 20697 |
the Law Faculty faculty a department or group of departments in a university |
| 20698 |
a meeting for students, faculty, and administrators faculty all the teachers in a university, college, or school |
| 20699 |
the faculty of speech faculty faculty of a natural physical or mental ability that most people have |
| 20700 |
He had not lost his mental faculties. faculty mental faculties (=the ability to think clearly) a natural physical or mental ability that most people have |
| 20701 |
For the moment her critical faculties seemed to have deserted her. faculty critical faculties (=the ability to make judgments about things) a natural physical or mental ability that most people have |
| 20702 |
Mrs Findlay was in full possession of all her faculties. faculty be in full possession of your faculties (=have all the normal mental and physical abilities) a natural physical or mental ability that most people have |
| 20703 |
a picnic basket basket a container for carrying or keeping things in, made from thin pieces of plastic, wire, or wood woven together, and sometimes with a handle |
| 20704 |
a laundry basket basket a container for carrying or keeping things in, made from thin pieces of plastic, wire, or wood woven together, and sometimes with a handle |
| 20705 |
a basket of shopping basket the things in a basket, or the amount that it contains |
| 20706 |
She shot the winning basket. basket make shoot a basket a point scored in basketball |
| 20707 |
The sun was setting on the horizon. horizon the line in the distance where the sky seems to meet the earth |
| 20708 |
Travelling has really helped to expand her horizons. horizon broaden expand your horizons the limits of your experience |
| 20709 |
I've got some job possibilities on the horizon. horizon on the horizon in the near future |
| 20710 |
When the pasta is cooked, drain it and serve immediately. drain to let liquid flow away from something |
| 20711 |
All water tanks and pipes should be drained. drain to let liquid flow away from something |
| 20712 |
Drain all the syrup from the tins. drain drain something from something to let liquid flow away from something |
| 20713 |
Put the steaks on a rack to let the fat drain off. drain drain away off if liquid drains from something, it flows away |
| 20714 |
Rainwater causes flooding when it can't drain away. drain if liquid drains from something, it flows away |
| 20715 |
The marshes have now been completely drained. drain to get rid of the water in an area of land so that it can be used for farming or building on |
| 20716 |
They all rose and drained their glasses. drain to drink all the liquid in a container |
| 20717 |
Fighting legal battles is draining the company's resources. drain to use so much of something such as money or supplies that there is not enough available for other things |
| 20718 |
The drain's blocked again. drain a pipe or passage through which water or waste liquid flows away |
| 20719 |
The war was becoming a serious drain on the nation's resources. drain drain on something that uses a lot of something such as money or supplies |
| 20720 |
The government pledged to stop the drain of capital overseas. drain drain of a situation in which a lot of people or things leave a country or organization |
| 20721 |
a chest drain drain a tube that carries liquid away from your body, for example one that carries blood away from an injury |
| 20722 |
I hate to think of all that hard work going down the drain! drain down the drain completely lost or wasted |
| 20723 |
days years of happiness happiness the feeling of being happy |
| 20724 |
She had already found happiness with another man. happiness find happiness the feeling of being happy |
| 20725 |
jet fighters fighter a military plane that is designed for battles with other planes |
| 20726 |
a fighter pilot fighter a military plane that is designed for battles with other planes |
| 20727 |
a copper pipe pan kettle copper a red-brown metal used especially for making wire or pipes |
| 20728 |
Her hair was the colour of copper. copper a red-brown metal used especially for making wire or pipes |
| 20729 |
the legend of the Headless Horseman legend an old story about famous people and events in the past. Legends are not usually true |
| 20730 |
Greek myths and legends legend an old story about famous people and events in the past. Legends are not usually true |
| 20731 |
Here, according to legend, Robin Hood lies buried. legend an old story about famous people and events in the past. Legends are not usually true |
| 20732 |
the Hollywood legend, Elizabeth Taylor legend someone who very many people know about and admire |
| 20733 |
His laziness is legend among his fellow politicians. legend be become (a) legend used for talking about something that has become well known to a lot of people |
| 20734 |
I don't see the relevance of what you are saying. relevance relevance of the quality of being directly connected with and important to something else |
| 20735 |
The course covers four areas of relevance to modern life. relevance of relevance to something the quality of being directly connected with and important to something else |
| 20736 |
Have you decorated your Christmas tree yet? decorate to make something look more attractive by putting nice things on it or in it |
| 20737 |
The room had been decorated with balloons. decorate decorate something with something to make something look more attractive by putting nice things on it or in it |
| 20738 |
Framed prints decorate every wall. decorate used about the thing that you put somewhere |
| 20739 |
We decorated the kitchen last weekend. decorate to put paint or paper on the walls of a room |
| 20740 |
They were decorated for their bravery. decorate to give someone a medal because they have done something brave or good |
| 20741 |
the continental ice mass continental relating to or belonging to any of the Earth's continents |
| 20742 |
the fauna and flora of continental North America continental relating to or belonging to any of the Earth's continents |
| 20743 |
the continental United States continental forming a continent, and not including any islands off its coast |
| 20744 |
continental currencies cooking continental relating to or belonging to Europe, especially Western Europe, not including the UK or Ireland |
| 20745 |
The cafe has a relaxed continental feel about it. continental typical of the warmer countries in central and southern Europe |
| 20746 |
The lift will not be operational for the next three days. operational working correctly and able to be used |
| 20747 |
The new computer system is fully operational. operational fully operational working correctly and able to be used |
| 20748 |
We are determined to raise our operational efficiency. operational relating to the way that something works, especially a system or business |
| 20749 |
She may have to meet any costs incurred as a result of the delay. incur incur costs expense expenses to lose money, owe money, or have to pay money as a result of doing something |
| 20750 |
They are not personally liable for debts incurred by a partner. incur incur a debt to lose money, owe money, or have to pay money as a result of doing something |
| 20751 |
The company has incurred huge losses over the past three years. incur incur a loss to lose money, owe money, or have to pay money as a result of doing something |
| 20752 |
Each stage of the process incurs an additional risk. incur to experience something unpleasant as a result of something that you have done |
| 20753 |
I do not wish to incur his wrath by repeating the allegations. incur incur someone's wrath displeasure (=make someone angry) to experience something unpleasant as a result of something that you have done |
| 20754 |
Kicking an opponent incurs a 25-point penalty. incur incur a penalty to experience something unpleasant as a result of something that you have done |
| 20755 |
Don't get involved in anything dodgy. dodgy dishonest, criminal, or not reliable |
| 20756 |
a dodgy builder dodgy dishonest, criminal, or not reliable |
| 20757 |
He has a dodgy knee and will miss the match. dodgy not operating correctly |
| 20758 |
His position is rather dodgy. dodgy dangerous or not certain |
| 20759 |
a dodgy haircut dodgy not very good in quality |
| 20760 |
a dodgy joke dodgy not very good in quality |
| 20761 |
Fewer than half the starters will finish within four hours. starter a person or horse that takes part in a race or game when it starts |
| 20762 |
Tiger Woods was among the early starters. starter someone who starts an activity at a particular time or in a particular way |
| 20763 |
I've always been a slow starter in the mornings. starter someone who starts an activity at a particular time or in a particular way |
| 20764 |
Stuffed peppers make a good starter for a dinner party. starter a small amount of food eaten at the start of a meal |
| 20765 |
The pupils' own experiences can be a useful starter for discussion. starter something that you say or do to start a particular activity, for example a conversation or a game |
| 20766 |
I'll give you the first three letters as a starter (=for you to guess the rest of the word). starter something that you say or do to start a particular activity, for example a conversation or a game |
| 20767 |
For starters, we ought to explain why we're here. starter as the beginning or first stage of something |
| 20768 |
25? That'll do for starters. starter as the beginning or first stage of something |
| 20769 |
For starters, it's too expensive. starter used for introducing the first point in a series, especially in an argument |
| 20770 |
I drew two parallel lines around the border of the drawing. parallel lines that are parallel are the same distance apart at every point along their whole length |
| 20771 |
He leaned forward so that his body was almost parallel to the ground. parallel parallel to lines that are parallel are the same distance apart at every point along their whole length |
| 20772 |
The river enters the town from the east and flows parallel with the main street. parallel parallel with lines that are parallel are the same distance apart at every point along their whole length |
| 20773 |
There will be parallel announcements from both governments. parallel happening at the same time or in the same way but separately |
| 20774 |
Parallel efforts by many groups aim to research how to use the Internet more successfully. parallel happening at the same time or in the same way but separately |
| 20775 |
US naval and air superiority was paralleled by Soviet superiority in land-based missile systems. parallel to be equal to something else |
| 20776 |
The road paralleled the stream for fifty miles before veering to the north. parallel if one thing parallels another, they are the same distance apart at every point along their whole length |
| 20777 |
There are many parallels between the two attacks. parallel parallel between a way in which separate things or people are similar to each other |
| 20778 |
The parallels with developments in the software industry are clear for all to see. parallel parallel with a way in which separate things or people are similar to each other |
| 20779 |
This attempt at government reform has parallels in several other countries. parallel someone or something that is similar to another person or thing |
| 20780 |
There is no parallel in modern history for the military superiority the United States currently has. parallel no parallel someone or something that is similar to another person or thing |
| 20781 |
Woods is a golfer without parallel (=no one is better) in terms of talent. parallel without parallel someone or something that is similar to another person or thing |
| 20782 |
A number of books at that time tried to draw parallels between brains and computers. parallel draw a parallel with between a comparison between things |
| 20783 |
The 49th parallel marks part of the boundary between the United States and Canada. parallel an imaginary line around the Earth at a fixed distance from the equator |
| 20784 |
Advertising has developed in parallel with modern industry and the mass media. parallel in parallel with if two or more things happen in parallel, they happen at the same time and are connected |
| 20785 |
She still refuses to divorce him. divorce to take legal action to end your marriage. If two people agree to stop living together, but do not legally end their marriage, they separate |
| 20786 |
Paula's parents divorced when she was 14. divorce to take legal action to end your marriage. If two people agree to stop living together, but do not legally end their marriage, they separate |
| 20787 |
Politics should not be divorced from the lives of ordinary people. divorce to completely separate one thing from another so that they are not connected in any way |
| 20788 |
I want a divorce. divorce a legal way of ending a marriage |
| 20789 |
Is it true Tom's getting a divorce? divorce get a divorce a legal way of ending a marriage |
| 20790 |
Both of her marriages ended in divorce. divorce end in divorce a legal way of ending a marriage |
| 20791 |
Does he have grounds for divorce? divorce grounds for divorce (=a good reason for it) a legal way of ending a marriage |
| 20792 |
He was bitterly opposed to the war. opposed opposed to someone who is opposed to something thinks it should not happen or should not be done |
| 20793 |
Some residents were opposed to naming the high school after Martin Luther King. opposed be opposed to doing something someone who is opposed to something thinks it should not happen or should not be done |
| 20794 |
two directly opposed concepts opposed things that are opposed are as different from each other as it is possible to be |
| 20795 |
The interests of buyers and sellers are diametrically opposed to each other. opposed things that are opposed are as different from each other as it is possible to be |
| 20796 |
The cost of these planes is 3 million, as opposed to the 2 million charged by their competitors. opposed as opposed to used for referring to something that is very different from what you have just mentioned |
| 20797 |
A new arms race in the region would upset the delicate equilibrium between the opposing factions. equilibrium a situation in which there is a balance between different forces or aspects |
| 20798 |
a situation in which supply and demand are in equilibrium equilibrium in equilibrium a situation in which there is a balance between different forces or aspects |
| 20799 |
He tried hard to maintain his equilibrium. equilibrium a calm mental state in which you are in control of your feelings |
| 20800 |
market street traders trader someone who buys and sells things |
| 20801 |
The horse could pull up to 50 tons. ton a unit for measuring weight, containing 2,240 pounds and equal to 1,016 kilograms |
| 20802 |
Transporting the coal costs 40 per ton. ton a unit for measuring weight, containing 2,240 pounds and equal to 1,016 kilograms |
| 20803 |
a 40-ton lorry (=weighing 40 tons) ton a unit for measuring weight, containing 2,240 pounds and equal to 1,016 kilograms |
| 20804 |
She put on about a ton of make-up. ton ton of a very large number or amount |
| 20805 |
I've got tons of things to do. ton tons of (=a lot of) a very large number or amount |
| 20806 |
That bag of yours weighs a ton! ton weigh a ton (=be extremely heavy) a very large number or amount |
| 20807 |
orange apple carrot juice juice the liquid that comes out of fruit or vegetables when you squeeze them and is often used as a drink |
| 20808 |
a selection of fruit juices juice the liquid that comes out of fruit or vegetables when you squeeze them and is often used as a drink |
| 20809 |
Let the steak cook in its own juices for ten minutes. juice the liquid that comes out of something, especially meat, when you cook it |
| 20810 |
digestive gastric juices juice the liquid inside your stomach that helps you to digest food (=change food into substances that your body can use) |
| 20811 |
The old competitive juices seemed to have lost their edge. juice someone's competitive creative etc juices the feelings that someone has of wanting to compete, create etc something |
| 20812 |
Juice three oranges and add them to the mixture. juice to make juice from a fruit or vegetable |
| 20813 |
the World Economic Forum forum an organized event or meeting at which people discuss something |
| 20814 |
an international forum on health issues forum forum on an organized event or meeting at which people discuss something |
| 20815 |
We hope that these pages will act as a forum for debate. forum a website, newspaper, television programme etc where people can express their ideas and opinions |
| 20816 |
For years the club has provided a forum for political discussion. forum a website, newspaper, television programme etc where people can express their ideas and opinions |
| 20817 |
The Earth spins on its axis. spin to turn round and round quickly |
| 20818 |
The dancers were spinning in circles. spin to turn round and round quickly |
| 20819 |
Spin the wheel with your hand. spin to make something turn round and round quickly |
| 20820 |
He spun on his heel and walked quickly away. spin to turn your head or body quickly so that it faces the opposite direction, or to turn someone quickly so that they face you |
| 20821 |
She spins all her own wool. spin to twist fibres of a material such as cotton or wool into thread in order to make cloth |
| 20822 |
She taught me how to spin. spin to twist fibres of a material such as cotton or wool into thread in order to make cloth |
| 20823 |
The class watched the caterpillar spin its cocoon. spin if an insect or spider spins something such as a web, it makes it from thread that it produces in its body |
| 20824 |
How do you think the candidate will spin this story? spin to present information in a particular way, especially in a way that makes something seem good or less bad |
| 20825 |
A car went spinning past us. spin spin past by away to go somewhere quickly in a car, on a bicycle etc |
| 20826 |
He spun a ridiculous tale about having worked for the secret services in his youth. spin to tell a story, especially one that is not true, in an interesting and exciting way |
| 20827 |
Give the wheel a spin. spin a quick turning movement round and round |
| 20828 |
The ball had a lot of spin on it. spin the movement of a ball that turns round and round after it has been thrown or hit |
| 20829 |
The plane suddenly went into a spin. spin go into a spin the movement of an aircraft that turns as it falls with its front pointing towards the ground |
| 20830 |
Not even the cleverest politician could put a positive spin on this. spin a way of presenting information, especially a way that makes something seem good or less bad |
| 20831 |
We're going for a spin in Al's new car. spin go for a spin a short journey for pleasure in a car |
| 20832 |
Why don't you take the car for a spin? spin take a car for a spin a short journey for pleasure in a car |
| 20833 |
The whole office was in a spin about the changes. spin in a spin feeling confused and worried |
| 20834 |
We must minimize the damage to innocent civilians. minimize to reduce something harmful or unpleasant to the smallest amount or degree |
| 20835 |
I don't want to minimize their role in the campaign. minimize to make something seem much less important than it really is |
| 20836 |
The minister found himself in the middle of a hostile crowd. hostile behaving in a very unfriendly or threatening way towards someone |
| 20837 |
She was openly hostile to him. hostile hostile to towards behaving in a very unfriendly or threatening way towards someone |
| 20838 |
The appearance of more police provoked a hostile reaction from the protesters. hostile a hostile reception reaction response behaving in a very unfriendly or threatening way towards someone |
| 20839 |
Public reaction to the war was generally hostile. hostile opposing something |
| 20840 |
The local community was hostile to plans for a new motorway. hostile hostile to towards opposing something |
| 20841 |
The northern half of the island was controlled by hostile forces. hostile belonging to an enemy in a war |
| 20842 |
Their plane was now flying over hostile territory. hostile belonging to an enemy in a war |
| 20843 |
species that live in the most hostile environments on the planet hostile a hostile place or situation is difficult or dangerous to be in |
| 20844 |
a hostile economic climate hostile a hostile place or situation is difficult or dangerous to be in |
| 20845 |
a hostile takeover bid hostile done by one company to another that opposes its action |
| 20846 |
Her face had an expression of detached amusement. detached not feeling involved with someone or something in a close or emotional way |
| 20847 |
Jimmy felt curiously detached from what was going on. detached detached from not feeling involved with someone or something in a close or emotional way |
| 20848 |
a four-bedroomed detached house detached a detached house is not joined to another house |
| 20849 |
Important witnesses are isolated from the media for their own safety. isolate isolate someone from something to keep someone in a place away from other people |
| 20850 |
All the patients known to have been in contact with the virus were immediately isolated. isolate to keep a person or animal separate from others because they might have a disease that others could catch |
| 20851 |
We need to isolate the cost of absenteeism to see how big the problem is. isolate to separate something such as an idea or a problem from others so that you can consider it by itself |
| 20852 |
Any move to isolate Britain would be very damaging to business. isolate to prevent a country or group from communicating with, doing business with, or getting support from other countries or groups |
| 20853 |
problems brought by technological change technological technological change development advances relating to or involving technology |
| 20854 |
The journey to work was a nightmare. nightmare an extremely difficult or frightening situation |
| 20855 |
The company now faces the nightmare of bankruptcy. nightmare nightmare of an extremely difficult or frightening situation |
| 20856 |
Heavy rain made playing conditions an absolute nightmare. nightmare absolute nightmare an extremely difficult or frightening situation |
| 20857 |
The new tax has been a bureaucratic nightmare. nightmare administrative bureaucratic etc nightmare an extremely difficult or frightening situation |
| 20858 |
The situation on the roads that day was every driver's worst nightmare. nightmare someone's worst nightmare an extremely difficult or frightening situation |
| 20859 |
If this computer system fails, this could turn into a nightmare scenario. nightmare nightmare scenario (=the worst possible situation that you can imagine) an extremely difficult or frightening situation |
| 20860 |
I still have terrible nightmares about the crash. nightmare nightmare about a very frightening and unpleasant dream |
| 20861 |
When the police eventually arrived, we made an inventory of the missing items. inventory a list giving details of all the things in a place |
| 20862 |
She won a silver medal in swimming. medal a small flat piece of metal that you are given for winning a competition or doing something very brave |
| 20863 |
a diamond ring necklace bracelet diamond a very hard clear colourless stone used in expensive jewellery and for cutting hard objects |
| 20864 |
the ten of diamonds diamond the suit (=group) of playing cards with red diamond shapes on them. The other suits are clubs, hearts, and spades |
| 20865 |
talks aimed at finding a peaceful solution to the crisis peaceful not involving war or violence |
| 20866 |
Our two nations have enjoyed several decades of peaceful coexistence. peaceful not involving war or violence |
| 20867 |
The protests were mostly peaceful. peaceful not involving war or violence |
| 20868 |
the peaceful use of nuclear energy peaceful not involving war or violence |
| 20869 |
a peaceful nation peaceful not willing to take part in war or violence |
| 20870 |
The hotel is set in peaceful surroundings. peaceful calm and quiet |
| 20871 |
The baby looks so peaceful when he's sleeping. peaceful calm and quiet |
| 20872 |
The baby was sleeping peacefully. peaceful |
| 20873 |
They resolved their problems peacefully. peaceful |
| 20874 |
a new accounting system accounting the work of accountants or the methods they use |
| 20875 |
the big accounting firms accounting the work of accountants or the methods they use |
| 20876 |
I scattered some grain on the floor of the hen house. scatter to throw or drop things so that they spread over an area |
| 20877 |
The children had scattered toys all over the floor. scatter scatter something on over around etc to throw or drop things so that they spread over an area |
| 20878 |
The rabbits scattered when they heard our footsteps. scatter if a group of people or animals scatter, they suddenly move away in different directions |
| 20879 |
The enemy forces had been scattered and were unable to regroup. scatter if something scatters a group of people or animals, it makes them move away in different directions |
| 20880 |
The pumpkin had grown into a prize-winning monster. monster something that is very large |
| 20881 |
He had created a bureaucratic monster. monster a situation, system, or organization that has become so large that it can no longer be managed or controlled |
| 20882 |
He's a heartless, unfeeling monster. monster someone who is very cruel |
| 20883 |
a monster hurricane monster very large |
| 20884 |
I've had a horrible day at work. horrible very unpleasant |
| 20885 |
Whiting died a horrible death. horrible very unpleasant |
| 20886 |
The medicine tasted horrible. horrible used for describing someone or something that you do not like |
| 20887 |
a horrible squeaking noise horrible used for describing someone or something that you do not like |
| 20888 |
Stop being so horrible to me. horrible horrible to unkind |
| 20889 |
So you believe the nonsense about ghosts? nonsense ideas, behaviour, or statements that are not true or sensible |
| 20890 |
It is nonsense to say that they're not paid enough. nonsense it is nonsense to do something ideas, behaviour, or statements that are not true or sensible |
| 20891 |
It is nonsense for her to say you're not qualified. nonsense it is nonsense for someone to do something ideas, behaviour, or statements that are not true or sensible |
| 20892 |
These accusations are absolute nonsense. nonsense absolute utter complete total nonsense ideas, behaviour, or statements that are not true or sensible |
| 20893 |
That's a load of nonsense. nonsense a load of nonsense ideas, behaviour, or statements that are not true or sensible |
| 20894 |
I think he was talking nonsense! nonsense talk nonsense ideas, behaviour, or statements that are not true or sensible |
| 20895 |
Come on, no nonsense. Put that coat on and don't argue. nonsense unreasonable or annoying behaviour |
| 20896 |
I don't stand any nonsense from anybody. nonsense not stand put up with take (any) nonsense unreasonable or annoying behaviour |
| 20897 |
a nonsense poem nonsense nonsense words or sounds seem like ordinary words but they have no meaning |
| 20898 |
They omitted one factor that would make a nonsense of their plans. nonsense make (a) nonsense of to make something seem unreasonable |
| 20899 |
There have been severe floods, bringing chaos to the region. chaos bring cause create chaos a situation in which everything is confused and in a mess |
| 20900 |
The new road construction has caused total chaos in the city. chaos total complete utter absolute chaos a situation in which everything is confused and in a mess |
| 20901 |
Six months after the revolution, the country is still in chaos. chaos in chaos a situation in which everything is confused and in a mess |
| 20902 |
Their goal was to make adult education more accessible. accessible easy for anyone to obtain and use |
| 20903 |
information that should be accessible to the public accessible accessible to easy for anyone to obtain and use |
| 20904 |
The city is easily accessible by road, rail, or air. accessible accessible by an accessible place is easy to find or get to |
| 20905 |
Near the beach is a forest accessible to walkers. accessible accessible to an accessible place is easy to find or get to |
| 20906 |
accessible toilets accessible an accessible place or building is suitable for use by disabled people |
| 20907 |
the quality and accessibility of materials accessible |
| 20908 |
Weapons of this type are a threat to the survival of humanity. humanity all the people who are living in the world |
| 20909 |
He was charged on six counts of crimes against humanity. humanity crimes against humanity (=crimes against a very large number of people) all the people who are living in the world |
| 20910 |
He was lacking in basic humanity. humanity a kind and sympathetic attitude towards other people, especially when they are suffering in some way |
| 20911 |
By respecting other cultures, we affirm our common humanity. humanity the state of being human, and of behaving and thinking in the same way as other people |
| 20912 |
He expressed his frustration at not being able to talk openly. frustration frustration at an annoyed or impatient feeling that you get when you are prevented from doing what you want |
| 20913 |
My friend shouted in frustration, 'Hurry up!' frustration in with frustration an annoyed or impatient feeling that you get when you are prevented from doing what you want |
| 20914 |
There is a growing sense of frustration among hospital staff. frustration a sense feeling of frustration an annoyed or impatient feeling that you get when you are prevented from doing what you want |
| 20915 |
her jealousy and sexual frustration frustration an unhappy feeling because of a lack of sex |
| 20916 |
Their objective was the frustration of the peace agreement. frustration frustration of the act of preventing something or someone from being successful |
| 20917 |
Come on, chin up! We've survived a lot worse than this. chin (keep your) chin up used for telling someone to be brave and happy even though they are in a difficult situation |
| 20918 |
You have to take it on the chin and come back fighting. chin take something on the chin to accept something unpleasant in a brave way without complaining |
| 20919 |
a scary story scary making you feel frightened |
| 20920 |
an advice bureau bureau an organization that provides information or services |
| 20921 |
the Waste Management Information Bureau bureau an organization that provides information or services |
| 20922 |
Newsweek's Paris bureau bureau an office where information is collected, for example for a news organization |
| 20923 |
the European Affairs Bureau bureau a government department or part of a government department |
| 20924 |
There is no point advocating improved public transport unless we can pay for it. advocate to publicly support a particular policy or way of doing things |
| 20925 |
an advocate for women's sports advocate advocate for someone who strongly and publicly supports someone or something |
| 20926 |
a tireless advocate of political reform advocate advocate of someone who strongly and publicly supports someone or something |
| 20927 |
The city's first inhabitants arrived in the 16th century. inhabitant a person or animal that lives in a particular place |
| 20928 |
a dangerous and evil dictator evil an evil person does very bad or cruel things |
| 20929 |
their evil deeds evil used about someone's behaviour |
| 20930 |
an evil grin evil used about someone's behaviour |
| 20931 |
evil spirits evil connected with the Devil and forces that make bad things happen |
| 20932 |
evil drug-pushers evil morally bad and causing great harm, especially to society in general |
| 20933 |
evil racist propaganda evil morally bad and causing great harm, especially to society in general |
| 20934 |
an evil-smelling chemical evil very unpleasant |
| 20935 |
If we don't make the cuts now, we will just be putting off the evil day until next year or the year after. evil the evil day hour the day time when something unpleasant will happen |
| 20936 |
the struggle between good and evil evil a power that makes people do very bad and cruel things |
| 20937 |
Does everyone have the potential for evil? evil very bad or cruel behaviour |
| 20938 |
the view of crime as a social evil evil something that is very bad |
| 20939 |
She knows all about the evils of drink. evil the evils of something the bad effects that something can have |
| 20940 |
a slave to drugs and alcohol slave be a slave to of something to be influenced or controlled too much by something |
| 20941 |
a slave of fashion slave be a slave to of something to be influenced or controlled too much by something |
| 20942 |
I've been slaving away all day while you've been out enjoying yourself. slave to work very hard |
| 20943 |
Do you have a reservation? reservation an arrangement by which something such as a room in a hotel or a seat in a theatre is kept for you to use later |
| 20944 |
I've made a reservation for you on the morning flight. reservation make a reservation an arrangement by which something such as a room in a hotel or a seat in a theatre is kept for you to use later |
| 20945 |
The government has expressed reservations about the cost of the project. reservation reservation about a feeling of doubt about whether something is good or right |
| 20946 |
He has reservations about the proposals because they reduce workers' rights. reservation have reservations a feeling of doubt about whether something is good or right |
| 20947 |
We accepted their offer without reservation. reservation without reservation a feeling of doubt about whether something is good or right |
| 20948 |
He ran from the room, slamming the door behind him. slam to shut a door or a lid with great force so that it makes a loud noise, often because you are angry |
| 20949 |
She slammed the door shut in his face. slam slam the door shut to shut a door or a lid with great force so that it makes a loud noise, often because you are angry |
| 20950 |
The heavy gate slammed shut. slam slam shut to close quickly with a loud noise |
| 20951 |
He slammed the groceries down on the table. slam slam something down into on (something) to put, move, or hit something against or onto a surface with great force |
| 20952 |
She slammed the brakes on. slam to put, move, or hit something against or onto a surface with great force |
| 20953 |
The bicycle slammed into a tree. slam slam into against to move against something with great force |
| 20954 |
The film has been slammed by critics. slam to criticize someone or something severely |
| 20955 |
They heard the sound of bolts being slammed home. slam slam something home to put something somewhere with great force |
| 20956 |
She put the phone down with a slam. slam an instance of something slamming down or slamming shut, or the noise made by this |
| 20957 |
She was disappointed that he never replied to her letter. disappointed disappointed (that) unhappy because something that you hoped for or expected did not happen or because someone or something was not as good as you expected |
| 20958 |
Obviously, I feel very disappointed at not getting the job. disappointed disappointed at by about unhappy because something that you hoped for or expected did not happen or because someone or something was not as good as you expected |
| 20959 |
I'm really disappointed in you, Ruth. disappointed disappointed in unhappy because something that you hoped for or expected did not happen or because someone or something was not as good as you expected |
| 20960 |
Ireland were bitterly disappointed to end the competition with only two points. disappointed bitterly disappointed (=extremely disappointed) unhappy because something that you hoped for or expected did not happen or because someone or something was not as good as you expected |
| 20961 |
a provincial government election provincial of or relating to the parts of a country outside the capital or the large cities |
| 20962 |
provincial attitudes to modern art provincial old-fashioned and conservative, especially because of not living in the capital city or a large city |
| 20963 |
The counsellor may be able to facilitate communication between the couple. facilitate to make it possible or easier for something to happen |
| 20964 |
She sat with her elbows on the table. elbow the part in the middle of your arm, where it bends |
| 20965 |
Jim was hovering at her elbow, trying to say something. elbow at someone's elbow beside someone |
| 20966 |
She elbowed him sharply in the ribs. elbow to push or hit someone with your elbow |
| 20967 |
Bye for now – see you later. bye goodbye |
| 20968 |
Manchester United have a bye through to the second round. bye a situation in which a player or a team does not have an opponent at a particular stage of a competition and goes straight into the next stage |
| 20969 |
a dress with long sleeves sleeve short long sleeves the part of a piece of clothing that covers your arm |
| 20970 |
If he won't cooperate, she has a few tricks up her sleeve she could try. sleeve have something up your sleeve to have a secret plan that you can surprise someone with |
| 20971 |
the future of space exploration exploration a journey to a place to learn about it or to search for something valuable such as oil |
| 20972 |
oil gas mineral exploration exploration a journey to a place to learn about it or to search for something valuable such as oil |
| 20973 |
Exploration of the solar system began in the 19th century. exploration exploration of a journey to a place to learn about it or to search for something valuable such as oil |
| 20974 |
Shakespeare's exploration of the theme of friendship exploration exploration of into a thorough examination or discussion of a subject, idea etc |
| 20975 |
I crept downstairs when everyone was asleep. creep if someone creeps somewhere, they move there quietly and slowly |
| 20976 |
She crept quietly into bed. creep if someone creeps somewhere, they move there quietly and slowly |
| 20977 |
His arm crept around her shoulder. creep if someone's arm or hand creeps somewhere, it moves quietly and slowly |
| 20978 |
A little hand crept across the table and touched my arm. creep if someone's arm or hand creeps somewhere, it moves quietly and slowly |
| 20979 |
The flames were creeping along the corridor behind him. creep if something such as fire, the sun, or fog creeps somewhere, it moves slowly |
| 20980 |
I watched the sunlight creep across the window. creep if something such as fire, the sun, or fog creeps somewhere, it moves slowly |
| 20981 |
As dusk crept in, lights came on. creep if something such as fire, the sun, or fog creeps somewhere, it moves slowly |
| 20982 |
The traffic kept creeping forwards a few inches and then stopping. creep if a vehicle creeps somewhere, it moves very slowly |
| 20983 |
A little smile crept across her mouth. creep creep across into if an expression or colour creeps into someone's face, it gradually appears there |
| 20984 |
A scarlet flush was creeping into her cheeks. creep if an expression or colour creeps into someone's face, it gradually appears there |
| 20985 |
Suspicion began to creep into her mind. creep creep in into across if an emotion or feeling creeps somewhere, someone gradually starts to experience it |
| 20986 |
She felt a tingling sensation creep across the back of her neck. creep if an emotion or feeling creeps somewhere, someone gradually starts to experience it |
| 20987 |
I thought he was a nasty little creep. creep an unpleasant person, especially someone who tries to please or impress people in authority |
| 20988 |
an adjacent area room building adjacent next to or near something else |
| 20989 |
The site of the new building is adjacent to the park. adjacent adjacent to next to or near something else |
| 20990 |
There have been a lot of thefts recently. theft the crime of stealing. Someone who commits this crime is called a thief |
| 20991 |
He was charged with the theft of club funds. theft theft of the crime of stealing. Someone who commits this crime is called a thief |
| 20992 |
The government could legislate to deal with such disturbances. legislate to create a new law and have it officially accepted |
| 20993 |
Legislating against these practices could be counterproductive. legislate legislate for against to create a new law and have it officially accepted |
| 20994 |
She moved with natural grace. grace a smooth and beautiful way of moving |
| 20995 |
the grace of Greek architecture grace a simple and beautiful quality |
| 20996 |
She captures the character's essential gentleness and grace. grace kind, polite, and fair behaviour |
| 20997 |
He should have the grace to admit he was wrong. grace have the (good) grace to do something kind, polite, and fair behaviour |
| 20998 |
Davis accepted the defeat with good grace. grace with (good a good) grace (=in a pleasant and willing way) kind, polite, and fair behaviour |
| 20999 |
She responded with an ill grace to our appeal for help. grace with bad a bad an ill grace (=in an unpleasant and unwilling way) kind, polite, and fair behaviour |
| 21000 |
Eric, would you like to say grace? grace a short prayer that some people say before they eat to thank God for the food |
| 21001 |
It was only by God's grace that we were saved. grace by through God's grace according to religious belief, the love and kindness that God gives to people |
| 21002 |
He died in a state of grace. grace state of grace according to religious belief, the condition of people when they are loved and forgiven by God |
| 21003 |
Could you give me a couple of days' grace to pay the rent? grace extra time that you have, or that someone allows you to have, in order to do something such as pay money that you owe |
| 21004 |
Johnson appears to be back in the government's good graces. grace be in someone's good bad graces to be in a situation in which someone is pleased or angry with you |
| 21005 |
Her photograph graced many a magazine cover. grace to make something more attractive, pleasing, or interesting |
| 21006 |
How kind of you to grace us with your presence. grace if someone important graces a group or an event, they go to it. This word is often used in a humorous way to show that someone does not often come to a particular event or has arrived very late |
| 21007 |
automobile plants imports production automobile relating to cars |
| 21008 |
Algood seems to have learned nothing from the faults of his predecessors. predecessor the person who had a job or official position before someone else |
| 21009 |
The scheme, like its two predecessors, had little chance to prove itself. predecessor something that has been replaced by another thing |
| 21010 |
Sandy's looking very smart today. smart clean and neat in appearance and dressed in nice fashionable clothes, especially in a slightly formal way |
| 21011 |
a smart blue suit smart used about someone's clothes |
| 21012 |
Sophie is a smart hard-working student. smart intelligent |
| 21013 |
If you were smart, you'd buy now before prices go up. smart intelligent |
| 21014 |
They're smart enough to ask all the right questions. smart intelligent |
| 21015 |
Starting a pension scheme now would be a smart move. smart done with intelligence or careful thought |
| 21016 |
a smart question smart done with intelligence or careful thought |
| 21017 |
boys who are punished for being smart in class smart speaking or behaving in a clever or funny way that shows a lack of respect |
| 21018 |
a smart answer attitude smart speaking or behaving in a clever or funny way that shows a lack of respect |
| 21019 |
Don't get smart with me! smart get smart with someone speaking or behaving in a clever or funny way that shows a lack of respect |
| 21020 |
one of the smarter suburbs of Rome smart connected with rich fashionable people |
| 21021 |
a restaurant popular with the smart set smart the smart set (=fashionable people) connected with rich fashionable people |
| 21022 |
a smart rap on the knuckles smart a smart movement is quick and full of force or energy |
| 21023 |
smart mines bombs smart smart machines, especially weapons, use computer technology to make them effective |
| 21024 |
a smartly dressed young man smart |
| 21025 |
He moved pretty smartly to block the goal. smart |
| 21026 |
The smoke made my eyes smart. smart to hurt with a sudden sharp pain |
| 21027 |
The Prime Minister was still smarting from his defeat in the vote. smart smart from to become very upset by something that has happened or that someone has said or done |
| 21028 |
The proposal seeks to change the way the airline industry is regulated. regulate to control an activity, process, or industry officially by using rules |
| 21029 |
Teachers are not able to regulate the temperature in their classrooms. regulate to control something so that it produces the results that you want |
| 21030 |
a drug that regulates the flow of blood to the brain regulate to control the way your body works |
| 21031 |
Yesterday saw violent clashes between police and protesters. clash clash between a fight or battle between two groups of people |
| 21032 |
The Prime Minister faces a clash with business leaders tomorrow. clash clash with a very angry argument between two people or groups |
| 21033 |
a clash between the government and the media clash clash between a very angry argument between two people or groups |
| 21034 |
Ewing will not be playing in Saturday's third-round clash with Leeds. clash clash with an important game or competition between two teams or players |
| 21035 |
a problem that has been caused by a clash of cultures clash clash of a situation in which two people or things are very different from each other so that they cannot exist together or work together |
| 21036 |
Many bands break up because of personality clashes between musicians. clash a personality clash a situation in which two people or things are very different from each other so that they cannot exist together or work together |
| 21037 |
the clash of the cymbals clash a loud sound made when two metal objects hit each other |
| 21038 |
Morgan clashed with editors over whether to publish the story. clash clash with someone over something to argue very angrily with someone |
| 21039 |
Angry students clashed with riot police in Miami yesterday. clash clash with if two groups of people clash, they suddenly start fighting with each other |
| 21040 |
The conference dates clash with John's wedding. clash clash with if two events clash, they happen at the same time, so that you cannot be present at both of them |
| 21041 |
His T-shirt clashed with his shorts. clash clash with if two colours, patterns etc clash, they do not look good together |
| 21042 |
The two teams clashed in the third round of the cup. clash if two teams or players clash, they play an important game or competition against each other |
| 21043 |
How long would it take to assemble a team for a project like this? assemble to bring a group of things or people together in one place for a particular purpose |
| 21044 |
The children assembled outside the building. assemble to come together and form a group |
| 21045 |
You have to assemble the shelves yourself. assemble to build something, for example furniture, by putting all its parts together |
| 21046 |
Turn left at the green arrow. arrow a sign that looks like an arrow ->, used for showing people which direction to go in, or where to look for something |
| 21047 |
Arrows on the photograph indicate the presence of the chemical. arrow a sign that looks like an arrow ->, used for showing people which direction to go in, or where to look for something |
| 21048 |
Lots of people get divorced nowadays. nowadays at the present time, not in the past |
| 21049 |
The shit he listens to isn't real music. shit something that you do not like or think is of very bad quality |
| 21050 |
We have to listen to politicians talking shit. shit something that is not true or sincere |
| 21051 |
You're full of shit. shit full of shit always saying things that are stupid or not true |
| 21052 |
I've had a shit day at work! shit very bad or unpleasant |
| 21053 |
a ham tuna cheese sandwich sandwich a light meal that you make by putting a layer of food such as meat, cheese, or egg between two pieces of bread |
| 21054 |
I usually just have a sandwich for lunch. sandwich a light meal that you make by putting a layer of food such as meat, cheese, or egg between two pieces of bread |
| 21055 |
One moment she was there, the next she had vanished. vanish to disappear in a sudden and mysterious way |
| 21056 |
My calculator's vanished from my desk. vanish vanish from to disappear in a sudden and mysterious way |
| 21057 |
The company that supplied the cargo has vanished into thin air. vanish vanish into thin air vanish from the face of the earth (=used for emphasis) to disappear in a sudden and mysterious way |
| 21058 |
Claudia's smile vanished. vanish to disappear suddenly |
| 21059 |
The eagles vanished from sight and we walked on. vanish vanish from sight to disappear suddenly |
| 21060 |
He vanished into the darkness. vanish vanish into to disappear suddenly |
| 21061 |
Humanitarian ideals seem to have totally vanished. vanish to stop existing completely |
| 21062 |
a rapidly vanishing way of life vanish to stop existing completely |
| 21063 |
the needs of industry and commerce commerce the activity of buying and selling goods and services |
| 21064 |
the pursuit of happiness pursuit pursuit of the process of trying to achieve something |
| 21065 |
his single-mindedness in the pursuit of his goals pursuit in (the) pursuit of something the process of trying to achieve something |
| 21066 |
A group of horsemen set off in pursuit. pursuit in pursuit (of someone something) the process of chasing someone or something in order to catch them |
| 21067 |
his artistic pursuits pursuit an activity that you enjoy |
| 21068 |
Increased inflation would have resulted from the pursuit of this policy. pursuit pursuit of the process of continuing with an activity |
| 21069 |
in the post-war years post-war happening or existing in the period of time immediately after a war, especially the Second World War |
| 21070 |
the post-war division of Europe post-war happening or existing in the period of time immediately after a war, especially the Second World War |
| 21071 |
He had his collar turned up against the cold. collar the part of a coat, shirt, or dress that goes around your neck |
| 21072 |
a fur lace velvet collar collar the part of a coat, shirt, or dress that goes around your neck |
| 21073 |
the socialist movement party socialism |
| 21074 |
a socialist economy socialism |
| 21075 |
boiled fried rice rice a food consisting of small white or brown grains that are eaten cooked |
| 21076 |
long-grain short-grain rice rice a food consisting of small white or brown grains that are eaten cooked |
| 21077 |
Washington is annoyed at the exclusion of US troops from the area. exclusion exclusion of a situation in which someone is deliberately prevented from being involved in an activity or from entering a place |
| 21078 |
He was really irritated at his exclusion from the conference. exclusion exclusion from a situation in which someone is deliberately prevented from being involved in an activity or from entering a place |
| 21079 |
You are protected against most illnesses, with one or two exclusions. exclusion something that is deliberately not included |
| 21080 |
He said the party focused too often on the national economy to the exclusion of all else. exclusion to the exclusion of something when you do something to the exclusion of other things, you only do that one thing and not the other things |
| 21081 |
She glanced upwards at the screen. upwards towards a higher position |
| 21082 |
The initial estimate has been revised upwards. upwards towards a higher or more important level |
| 21083 |
Expect to spend upwards of 40 a day on food. upwards upwards of more than a particular number or amount |
| 21084 |
an automatic transmission transmission the part of a vehicle that takes power from the engine to the wheels |
| 21085 |
New telephone lines allow faster data transmission by fax or modem. transmission the process of sending out electronic signals such as radio or television signals, or a signal sent out in this way |
| 21086 |
electricity transmission lines transmission the process of sending power or energy from one place to another |
| 21087 |
the transmission of stimuli from the brain to the pituitary gland transmission the process in which signals are sent from one nerve to another in the body |
| 21088 |
Doctors are working to prevent the transmission of the virus. transmission a process by which a disease spreads from one person to another |
| 21089 |
the illegal transmission of secret government information transmission the process in which information is spread from one person or group to another |
| 21090 |
She was killed instantly. instantly immediately |
| 21091 |
His voice was instantly recognizable. instantly immediately |
| 21092 |
a candidate in the forthcoming general election forthcoming happening or coming soon |
| 21093 |
Forthcoming events include a concert and a trip to the mountains. forthcoming happening or coming soon |
| 21094 |
the title track from their forthcoming album forthcoming happening or coming soon |
| 21095 |
No response was forthcoming. forthcoming provided or available when needed or asked for |
| 21096 |
James was more forthcoming than I expected. forthcoming helpful and willing to tell you things |
| 21097 |
a luxuriously appointed hotel appointed a building or room that is beautifully appointed, well appointed etc has everything you need and is decorated very well |
| 21098 |
The hospital has an ideal geographical location. geographical relating to an area or place, or to its geography |
| 21099 |
a broad geographical distribution of students geographical relating to an area or place, or to its geography |
| 21100 |
The country can be split into three geographically distinct areas. geographical |
| 21101 |
He banged the table with his fist. fist your hand when your fingers are closed tightly |
| 21102 |
She was clenching her fists with the pain. fist clench your fist (=squeeze your fingers closed) your hand when your fingers are closed tightly |
| 21103 |
Mathematics is concerned with understanding abstract concepts. abstract abstract idea concept principle notion abstract ideas exist as thoughts in the mind, and are not related to physical objects or real events and actions |
| 21104 |
They are not interested in abstract notions like 'equality' or 'freedom'. abstract abstract ideas exist as thoughts in the mind, and are not related to physical objects or real events and actions |
| 21105 |
modern abstract paintings sculpture abstract abstract art expresses the artist's ideas or feelings rather than showing the exact appearance of people or things |
| 21106 |
The information was abstracted from newspaper reports. abstract to obtain facts from a calculation or piece of research |
| 21107 |
They got permission to abstract water from the river. abstract to remove something from somewhere |
| 21108 |
They were only talking about good and evil in the abstract. abstract in the abstract thinking about something only as a general idea without referring to real situations or practical experience |
| 21109 |
Most countries have enthusiastically embraced the concept of high-speed railways. embrace to completely accept something such as a new belief, idea, or way of life |
| 21110 |
The scope of foreign policy expanded to embrace areas previously considered unimportant. embrace to accept and include something |
| 21111 |
Her parents were surprised by her enthusiastic embrace of the world of work. embrace a situation in which someone completely accepts something such as a new belief, idea, or way of life |
| 21112 |
Profits have doubled under his dynamic leadership. dynamic very lively and enthusiastic, with a lot of energy and determination |
| 21113 |
We're looking for someone positive and dynamic. dynamic very lively and enthusiastic, with a lot of energy and determination |
| 21114 |
The IT sector is fast-growing and dynamic. dynamic continuously changing, growing, or developing |
| 21115 |
A relationship between two people is a dynamic process. dynamic continuously changing, growing, or developing |
| 21116 |
There's a very supportive dynamic between the members of the group. dynamic the set of forces that exist in a situation, especially a relationship, and that affect how it changes or develops |
| 21117 |
the complex dynamics of the workplace dynamic dynamic of the set of forces that exist in a situation, especially a relationship, and that affect how it changes or develops |
| 21118 |
fluid dynamics dynamic the scientific study of movement |
| 21119 |
The photos are in the top drawer of my desk. drawer a part of a piece of furniture that slides in and out and is used for keeping things in. A piece of furniture with a lot of drawers is called a chest of drawers |
| 21120 |
The investigation led to five dismissals. dismissal an act of making someone leave their job |
| 21121 |
She is bringing a case of unfair dismissal against the company. dismissal unfair dismissal an act of making someone leave their job |
| 21122 |
the committee's dismissal of their complaints dismissal a refusal to accept that something might be true or important |
| 21123 |
the dismissal of jurors dismissal an order telling people that they can leave a place |
| 21124 |
a tale of magic and witchcraft magic the mysterious power that some people believe can make impossible things happen if you do special actions or say special words called spells |
| 21125 |
They use magic as a way of getting revenge. magic work use magic the mysterious power that some people believe can make impossible things happen if you do special actions or say special words called spells |
| 21126 |
the magic of Christmas Hollywood magic magic of a special attractive and mysterious quality that someone or something has |
| 21127 |
I mentioned his name, and he appeared as if by magic. magic as if by magic in a surprising or sudden way that is impossible to explain |
| 21128 |
This medicine works like magic. magic like magic in a very effective or quick way |
| 21129 |
He began to work his magic on the crowd. magic work your magic (on) to use a special mysterious ability that you have in order to get the result you want |
| 21130 |
a magic potion spell magic able to make impossible things happen |
| 21131 |
There's no magic formula for a successful relationship. magic able to make impossible things happen |
| 21132 |
a magic show magic involving mysterious tricks performed by an entertainer called a magician, for example making things appear or disappear |
| 21133 |
He did a few magic tricks to keep the children amused. magic involving mysterious tricks performed by an entertainer called a magician, for example making things appear or disappear |
| 21134 |
The party was magic! magic very good, or very pleasant |
| 21135 |
She seems to have a magic touch with animals. magic have a magic touch to have a special ability to deal successfully with a difficult situation |
| 21136 |
A video game will provide endless hours of fun. endless seeming to have no end or limit |
| 21137 |
The possibilities were endless. endless seeming to have no end or limit |
| 21138 |
They asked endless questions about our home town. endless continuing for a long time in an annoying or unpleasant way |
| 21139 |
The men talked endlessly about local property prices. endless |
| 21140 |
This book will be a definite bestseller. definite certain |
| 21141 |
There's a definite link between smoking and some types of cancer. definite certain |
| 21142 |
We haven't arranged a definite date for our visit yet. definite clearly decided and specific |
| 21143 |
Amy was very definite about her intention to travel the world. definite definite about very clear about what you say so that everyone understands you |
| 21144 |
The proposal was broadly welcomed by teachers. broadly something that is broadly accepted is accepted by most people in a general way, even if they do not agree about all the details |
| 21145 |
This theory has turned out to be broadly true in practice. broadly something that is broadly true, accurate, or similar is true, accurate, or similar in the most important ways |
| 21146 |
Their proposals are broadly in line with the government's ideas. broadly something that is broadly true, accurate, or similar is true, accurate, or similar in the most important ways |
| 21147 |
The two wars followed broadly the same pattern. broadly something that is broadly true, accurate, or similar is true, accurate, or similar in the most important ways |
| 21148 |
Only large, broadly focused companies can compete in this market. broadly in a way that includes a large number of people or things |
| 21149 |
Broadly speaking, we agree about most things. broadly broadly broadly speaking used for saying that something is true in the most important ways |
| 21150 |
a tribal leader tribal relating to or belonging to a tribe |
| 21151 |
tribal lands tribal relating to or belonging to a tribe |
| 21152 |
She has difficulty showing affection. affection a feeling of liking and caring about someone or something |
| 21153 |
He has great affection for the country. affection affection for a feeling of liking and caring about someone or something |
| 21154 |
I don't think he went to sleep until dawn. dawn the beginning of the day, when it begins to get light |
| 21155 |
They had decided to leave at dawn. dawn at dawn the beginning of the day, when it begins to get light |
| 21156 |
As dawn broke, queues of people began to form at all the border crossings. dawn dawn breaks (=starts) the beginning of the day, when it begins to get light |
| 21157 |
He had worked from dawn till dusk without a break. dawn from dawn till dusk (=all day) the beginning of the day, when it begins to get light |
| 21158 |
People have talked about the weather since the dawn of civilization. dawn the dawn of something the time when something such as a new period in history begins |
| 21159 |
The big day dawned with a howling wind and heavy rain. dawn if a day or morning dawns, it begins to get light |
| 21160 |
The camera age was just dawning, and none of us had ever had our pictures taken before. dawn if something such as a new period in history dawns, it begins |
| 21161 |
The realization dawned that few of them would survive. dawn dawn that if something such as a thought or a feeling dawns, you begin to realize, understand, or feel it |
| 21162 |
Who's that bloke talking to Amy? bloke a man |
| 21163 |
He demonstrated thorough competence in dealing with the issues. competence the ability to do something in a satisfactory or effective way |
| 21164 |
The research looks at ways of improving student communicative competences through teaching in English. competence a skill needed for doing a particular job or carrying out a particular task |
| 21165 |
Let's not complicate matters by introducing any more restrictions. complicate to make something more difficult to do, deal with, or understand |
| 21166 |
a vicious brute brute a strong man who acts in a cruel or violent way |
| 21167 |
a big handsome brute of a man brute a big man who looks strong |
| 21168 |
a game that depended on brute force rather than skill brute brute force strength great physical force strength |
| 21169 |
Russia promised to remain neutral unless Germany attacked France. neutral a country that is neutral does not get involved in a war between other countries |
| 21170 |
In this war, there's no neutral territory. neutral a neutral place is one where people do not support a particular group or team |
| 21171 |
The match was to be replayed at a neutral venue. neutral a neutral place is one where people do not support a particular group or team |
| 21172 |
Pakistan wants to see neutral umpires in cricket. neutral not supporting a particular team in a game or competition |
| 21173 |
The television coverage was by no means neutral. neutral not supporting a particular side in an argument or disagreement |
| 21174 |
Her voice remained neutral as she spoke. neutral not showing strong feelings or opinions in the way that you speak or behave |
| 21175 |
Let's meet somewhere on neutral territory – say a hotel. neutral on neutral ground territory in a place that is not owned by or connected with anyone involved in a situation |
| 21176 |
He sat there with the car in neutral. neutral the position of the gears in a car when the car cannot move |
| 21177 |
classic suits in neutrals neutral a neutral colour |
| 21178 |
For Britain, Switzerland was a useful and friendly neutral. neutral a country or person that is neutral |
| 21179 |
gender-neutral policies #NAME? used with some nouns to make adjectives meaning not affected by a particular thing |
| 21180 |
There was a proposal to change the exam system again, but fortunately it was rejected. fortunately used for emphasizing that something good has happened, especially because of good luck |
| 21181 |
Fortunately for Liverpool, he was able to play. fortunately used for emphasizing that something good has happened, especially because of good luck |
| 21182 |
the government agencies that oversee the airline industry oversee to watch something in order to check that it works or happens in the way that it should |
| 21183 |
She moved to London after the breakdown of her marriage. breakdown breakdown of a situation in which something has failed or is beginning to fail |
| 21184 |
They blamed the confusion on a breakdown in communication between departments. breakdown breakdown in a situation in which something has failed or is beginning to fail |
| 21185 |
a car breakdown service breakdown a situation in which a machine or vehicle stops working |
| 21186 |
We'll need to see a breakdown of these figures before we sign the contract. breakdown information that has been separated into different groups |
| 21187 |
Crime figures are dropping, due to a combined effort by local people and the police. combined done by people or groups working together |
| 21188 |
What is your combined family income? combined formed by adding things together |
| 21189 |
a combined total of 24,000 troops combined formed by adding things together |
| 21190 |
He's good-looking, but he can't hold a candle to you. candle not hold a candle to to be much less good, beautiful, impressive etc than someone or something else |
| 21191 |
a popular venue for wedding receptions venue venue for the place where an activity or event happens |
| 21192 |
an economic analyst analyst someone whose job is to carefully examine a situation, event etc in order to provide other people with information about it |
| 21193 |
Some aspects of the law were somewhat vague and ill-defined. vague not clearly or fully explained |
| 21194 |
Witnesses gave only a vague description of the driver. vague not clearly or fully explained |
| 21195 |
The politicians made vague promises about independence. vague vague promises not clearly or fully explained |
| 21196 |
He was always vague when I asked about deadlines. vague someone who is vague does not clearly or fully explain something |
| 21197 |
She was rather vague about the details of the incident. vague vague about someone who is vague does not clearly or fully explain something |
| 21198 |
Simon had only a vague idea of where she worked. vague a vague idea notion impression a vague feeling, memory etc is not complete, accurate, or fully formed |
| 21199 |
I've got a vague memory of the hotel. vague a vague memory recollection a vague feeling, memory etc is not complete, accurate, or fully formed |
| 21200 |
She had a vague suspicion that something was wrong. vague a vague feeling suspicion a vague feeling, memory etc is not complete, accurate, or fully formed |
| 21201 |
In the distance, they could just make out the vague outline of a large animal. vague a vague shape is not clear or not easy to see |
| 21202 |
tournaments in which amateurs are given the chance to play with pros pro someone who works in sport, music, or art as a profession, rather than doing it for enjoyment. Pro is a short way of saying professional |
| 21203 |
a golf tennis pro pro someone whose job is to teach tennis or golf to the members of a club |
| 21204 |
We're very pro equality in this firm. pro supporting something or approving of it |
| 21205 |
pro-democracy pro- supporting or approving of something: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 21206 |
pro-European pro- supporting or approving of something: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 21207 |
a pro football player wrestler pro involved in playing a sport or game as a job, rather than for enjoyment |
| 21208 |
Kent publicly disagreed with his fellow doctors on many occasions. publicly in a way that many people notice |
| 21209 |
I hate it when she talks like that publicly. publicly said or done so that people you do not know can see or hear you |
| 21210 |
a publicly owned health service publicly by the government, or by people in general |
| 21211 |
publicly available information publicly for people in general to have or to buy |
| 21212 |
marine life animals marine living in or happening in the sea |
| 21213 |
a marine biologist marine relating to the sea and creatures that live in it |
| 21214 |
marine ecology marine relating to the sea and creatures that live in it |
| 21215 |
a marine supply store marine involving ships or the business of moving people and goods in ships |
| 21216 |
a marine salvage company marine involving ships or the business of moving people and goods in ships |
| 21217 |
some of the most notable buildings of modern times notable unusual or interesting enough to be mentioned or noticed |
| 21218 |
1998 was notable for the fact that British teams performed badly. notable notable for unusual or interesting enough to be mentioned or noticed |
| 21219 |
It was notable that he had grown thinner with age. notable notable that unusual or interesting enough to be mentioned or noticed |
| 21220 |
Most people looked amazing, with the notable exception of Paul, who looked like a tramp. notable a notable exception unusual or interesting enough to be mentioned or noticed |
| 21221 |
a freely elected government freely without being stopped or controlled by rules or laws |
| 21222 |
Players can move freely between clubs. freely without being stopped or controlled by rules or laws |
| 21223 |
The shares could be traded freely on the open market. freely without being stopped or controlled by rules or laws |
| 21224 |
The traffic is moving quite freely this morning. freely easily and smoothly, without being stopped or interrupted |
| 21225 |
They give their time freely to support our cause. freely generously, or in a willing way |
| 21226 |
Freely translated, 'quid pro quo' means 'something for something'. freely not in an exact way, but giving a general idea of the meaning of something |
| 21227 |
He freely admits he is jealous. freely without trying to hide anything |
| 21228 |
The prime minister is meeting his German counterpart. counterpart someone or something that has the same job or purpose as another person or thing, but in a different country, time, situation, or organization |
| 21229 |
The new model is vastly better than its 1997 counterpart. counterpart someone or something that has the same job or purpose as another person or thing, but in a different country, time, situation, or organization |
| 21230 |
students of Latin and Greek Greek the language that was spoken in ancient Greece |
| 21231 |
Her husband is Greek. Greek someone who is Greek is from Greece |
| 21232 |
the Greek Islands Greek relating to Greece, or its language or culture |
| 21233 |
the Greek alphabet Greek relating to Greece, or its language or culture |
| 21234 |
a lively group of students lively full of energy and enthusiasm |
| 21235 |
a lively and enquiring mind lively showing a lot of intelligence and interest in things |
| 21236 |
Politicians should take a lively interest in issues that concern local people. lively a lively interest curiosity showing a lot of intelligence and interest in things |
| 21237 |
lively bars and restaurants lively full of people who are busy or who are enjoying themselves |
| 21238 |
The conference produced some lively debate. lively a lively discussion is one in which a lot of people give their opinions and ask questions |
| 21239 |
Roman script script a system of written letters and symbols |
| 21240 |
She had a large pile of scripts to mark. script a set of papers that a student writes their answers on in an examination |
| 21241 |
If we go public with these allegations, do you think he will sue? sue to make a legal claim against someone, usually to get money from them because they have done something bad to you. The legal claim is called a lawsuit |
| 21242 |
We intend to sue for damages. sue sue for to make a legal claim against someone, usually to get money from them because they have done something bad to you. The legal claim is called a lawsuit |
| 21243 |
Burnett sued the newspaper for libel and won. sue sue someone (for something) to make a legal claim against someone, usually to get money from them because they have done something bad to you. The legal claim is called a lawsuit |
| 21244 |
After she left him, she sued for divorce. sue sue (someone) for divorce custody (=officially ask for a divorce or the right to keep your children) to make a legal claim against someone, usually to get money from them because they have done something bad to you. The legal claim is called a lawsuit |
| 21245 |
It is perfectly legitimate to ask questions about a politician's personal life. legitimate fair and reasonable |
| 21246 |
Did he have a legitimate excuse for being late? legitimate legitimate interest excuse expectation fair and reasonable |
| 21247 |
Are the premises being used for legitimate business purposes? legitimate allowed by the law, or correct according to the law |
| 21248 |
The Scots proclaimed James Stuart as the legitimate heir to the British throne. legitimate allowed by the law, or correct according to the law |
| 21249 |
I hated geography at school. geography the study of the Earth's physical features and the people, plants, and animals that live in different regions of the world |
| 21250 |
a geography teacher lesson geography the study of the Earth's physical features and the people, plants, and animals that live in different regions of the world |
| 21251 |
Housing development is limited by the geography of the valley. geography the physical features of an area |
| 21252 |
the geography of electoral support geography the way in which people or things are arranged in an area |
| 21253 |
Darwin's original Introduction is reproduced on page 6. reproduce to make a copy of something such as a picture, a piece of writing, or a musical sound |
| 21254 |
The bleak tone of the novel is reproduced faithfully in the film. reproduce reproduce something accurately faithfully exactly to make a copy of something such as a picture, a piece of writing, or a musical sound |
| 21255 |
We were unable to reproduce the results of the original experiment. reproduce to repeat something so that it happens in the same way as before |
| 21256 |
It's quite difficult to reproduce the recipe exactly. reproduce to repeat something so that it happens in the same way as before |
| 21257 |
His letter was deeply moving. moving making you feel emotional |
| 21258 |
The film tells the moving story of a doomed love affair. moving making you feel emotional |
| 21259 |
He was pushed from a moving train. moving used for describing something that is moving or that is able to move |
| 21260 |
She was the moving force behind the new arts programme. moving a moving force spirit someone who makes something happen |
| 21261 |
The film and TV festival provides a focus for the world of the moving image. moving the moving image film, television, video, etc |
| 21262 |
He wrote movingly of his mother's death. moving |
| 21263 |
roast lamb lamb the meat from a young sheep |
| 21264 |
a leg of lamb lamb the meat from a young sheep |
| 21265 |
Poor little lamb! lamb used for talking to or about someone in a kind way, especially a small child |
| 21266 |
Gay men and lesbians were represented in almost equal numbers. gay sexually attracted to people of the same sex. This word is mainly used about men. |
| 21267 |
the gay community gay sexually attracted to people of the same sex. This word is mainly used about men. |
| 21268 |
a gay bar club disco gay sexually attracted to people of the same sex. This word is mainly used about men. |
| 21269 |
The shops were gay with Christmas decorations. gay brightly-coloured or attractive |
| 21270 |
She gave a gay laugh. gay happy and excited |
| 21271 |
I'm contemplating retirement next year. contemplate to consider doing something in the future |
| 21272 |
He refuses even to contemplate moving house again. contemplate contemplate doing something to consider doing something in the future |
| 21273 |
We're not even contemplating defeat. contemplate to consider the possibility of something happening |
| 21274 |
The alternative is too horrible to contemplate. contemplate too awful dreadful etc to contemplate to consider the possibility of something happening |
| 21275 |
I haven't got time to sit around contemplating the meaning of life. contemplate to think very carefully about something for a long time |
| 21276 |
He stood contemplating his image in the mirror. contemplate to look at something or someone for a long time |
| 21277 |
Thousands of islanders fled in terror yesterday as the volcano erupted. terror in terror a strong feeling of fear |
| 21278 |
I remember the sheer terror of those bombing raids. terror sheer pure absolute terror a strong feeling of fear |
| 21279 |
He didn't strike the same terror into me as other dentists. terror strike terror into someone (=frighten someone a lot) a strong feeling of fear |
| 21280 |
Everyone for miles around lived in terror of them. terror live in terror of someone something (=be very afraid of them all the time) a strong feeling of fear |
| 21281 |
the terrors of the night terror something or someone that makes you very frightened |
| 21282 |
a deliberate campaign of terror terror violence used for making people very frightened in order to achieve political aims |
| 21283 |
terror attacks tactics groups terror violence used for making people very frightened in order to achieve political aims |
| 21284 |
She's such a little terror. terror a person or animal that is difficult to deal with or control |
| 21285 |
The thought of dying doesn't hold any terrors for me. terror hold no terrors for someone to not make someone afraid, worried, or nervous |
| 21286 |
one of the original founders of the Communist party in Britain founder someone who starts a school, organization, business, or community |
| 21287 |
Plans for a new stadium have foundered for lack of funds. founder to begin to fail |
| 21288 |
utility companies utility a public service such as gas, water, or electricity that is used by everyone |
| 21289 |
the regulation of privatized utilities utility public privatized utilities a public service such as gas, water, or electricity that is used by everyone |
| 21290 |
Tests have proved the utility of this material. utility the state of being useful |
| 21291 |
a data-compression utility utility a utility program |
| 21292 |
We built a temporary shelter out of branches. shelter a place where people are protected from bad weather or from danger |
| 21293 |
a bus shelter shelter a place where people are protected from bad weather or from danger |
| 21294 |
a bomb shelter shelter a place where people are protected from bad weather or from danger |
| 21295 |
People stood and watched from the shelter of shop doorways. shelter a place or situation in which you are protected from bad weather or danger |
| 21296 |
We took shelter from the rain in a nearby cafe. shelter take seek shelter a place or situation in which you are protected from bad weather or danger |
| 21297 |
They found shelter for the night in a cave. shelter find shelter a place or situation in which you are protected from bad weather or danger |
| 21298 |
a women's shelter shelter a temporary place to live for people who do not have their own homes, or for animals who have been treated in a cruel way |
| 21299 |
Everyone has the right to food, clothing, and shelter. shelter a place to live, considered as a basic human need |
| 21300 |
Hills sheltered the town from the winds. shelter to protect someone or something from bad weather |
| 21301 |
We sheltered in an old barn for the night. shelter to stay somewhere where you are protected from bad weather |
| 21302 |
You cannot shelter your children from the realities of life. shelter to protect someone from difficult or unpleasant experiences |
| 21303 |
A secret Republican organization was sheltering him. shelter to protect someone from danger, for example by giving them a secret place to stay |
| 21304 |
men putting up posters for the concert poster a large printed notice or picture that you put on a wall for decoration or to announce or advertise something |
| 21305 |
a poster of his favourite sports star poster a large printed notice or picture that you put on a wall for decoration or to announce or advertise something |
| 21306 |
Wight's book includes hitherto unpublished material. hitherto until the present time |
| 21307 |
He's more mature than the other boys in his class. mature behaving in the sensible way that you would expect an adult to behave. This is usually used about children and young people |
| 21308 |
That wasn't a very mature thing to do. mature behaving in the sensible way that you would expect an adult to behave. This is usually used about children and young people |
| 21309 |
This position would suit a mature P.A. with computer skills. mature a mature adult is no longer young, and is considered to have the good qualities of an older person, for example the knowledge and experience of how to deal with particular situations |
| 21310 |
The mature bull weighs around 900 kilos. mature a mature animal or plant has grown to its full size |
| 21311 |
She's really matured in the last couple of years. mature to start behaving like an adult and become more sensible as you get older |
| 21312 |
The grey feathers become whiter as the bird matures. mature to grow to full adult size |
| 21313 |
the nominees for this year's science award nominee someone who has been officially suggested for a job or a prize |
| 21314 |
I do my own cooking and food shopping. cooking the process of preparing and heating food so that it is ready to eat |
| 21315 |
authentic Italian cooking cooking food cooked in a particular way |
| 21316 |
vegetarian cooking cooking food cooked in a particular way |
| 21317 |
cooking facilities cooking relating to cooking, or suitable for use in cooking |
| 21318 |
cooking chocolate cooking relating to cooking, or suitable for use in cooking |
| 21319 |
Many wealthy businessmen contribute to political parties. wealthy a wealthy person, organization, or country is one that has a large amount of money, land, and other valuable things |
| 21320 |
Only the very wealthy could afford to travel abroad. wealthy people who are wealthy |
| 21321 |
The price fluctuates between 50 pence and 1 per kilo. fluctuate to change frequently |
| 21322 |
After three hours of interrogation, he confessed everything. confess to admit that you have committed a crime |
| 21323 |
Eventually he confessed to the police. confess confess to someone to admit that you have committed a crime |
| 21324 |
Simpson has confessed to taking the money. confess confess to (doing) something to admit that you have committed a crime |
| 21325 |
He later confessed that he had been involved in the attack. confess confess (that) to admit that you have committed a crime |
| 21326 |
He confessed to Sarah that he had been seeing another woman. confess to admit that you have done something wrong |
| 21327 |
I had to confess my ignorance when they asked me to operate the truck. confess to admit something about yourself that you would not normally tell people because you are embarrassed about it or they could be disappointed by it |
| 21328 |
He confessed he did not understand financial matters at all. confess confess (that) to admit something about yourself that you would not normally tell people because you are embarrassed about it or they could be disappointed by it |
| 21329 |
Years later Luke confessed to friends that he really fancied me. confess confess to someone that to admit something about yourself that you would not normally tell people because you are embarrassed about it or they could be disappointed by it |
| 21330 |
Nick confessed to being a secret opera fan. confess confess to doing something to admit something about yourself that you would not normally tell people because you are embarrassed about it or they could be disappointed by it |
| 21331 |
I must confess I was slightly annoyed by his attitude. confess I must confess used when you are admitting a feeling or opinion that you would not normally tell people about |
| 21332 |
The story of the weeping statue is being hailed as a miracle by some. miracle an event that cannot be explained according to the laws of nature and is considered to be an act of God |
| 21333 |
It's a miracle that no one was killed. miracle something extremely lucky that would not normally be possible |
| 21334 |
a miracle cure miracle something extremely lucky that would not normally be possible |
| 21335 |
a miracle of modern technology miracle miracle of an excellent achievement or example of something |
| 21336 |
As chief negotiator she has performed miracles in breaking down barriers between the two sides. miracle perform work miracles to achieve extremely impressive results |
| 21337 |
He suffered a broken jaw in the accident. jaw the lower part of your face that includes your chin and your bottom teeth |
| 21338 |
a firm square jaw jaw the lower part of your face that includes your chin and your bottom teeth |
| 21339 |
in the jaws of defeat madness jaw in the jaws of something in an extremely unpleasant emotional state or in a frightening, dangerous situation |
| 21340 |
Cleo's jaw dropped in surprise. jaw someone's jaw dropped used for saying that someone was very surprised or shocked |
| 21341 |
Heat the oil in a pan and cook the onion over a gentle heat. pan a round metal container used for cooking, with a handle and usually a lid. A saucepan has tall sides and a frying pan is wider with shorter sides and usually no lid |
| 21342 |
There was plenty of space in the kitchen for storing pots and pans. pan pots and pans a round metal container used for cooking, with a handle and usually a lid. A saucepan has tall sides and a frying pan is wider with shorter sides and usually no lid |
| 21343 |
a pan of boiling water pan the contents of a pan, or the amount that a pan holds |
| 21344 |
a cake pan pan a metal container used for baking. The British word is tin |
| 21345 |
All our plans for a holiday have gone down the pan. pan (go) down the pan to fail, or to be spoiled |
| 21346 |
pan-African (=including all the peoples or countries of Africa) pan- all: used with some adjectives and nouns |
| 21347 |
pieces of coloured paper coloured red, green, orange etc instead of black and white or transparent |
| 21348 |
a coloured light bulb coloured red, green, orange etc instead of black and white or transparent |
| 21349 |
a woman wearing a brightly coloured sari coloured red, green, orange etc instead of black and white or transparent |
| 21350 |
a pale honey-coloured stone #NAME? used with some adjectives and nouns to make adjectives describing what colour something is |
| 21351 |
dark-coloured trousers #NAME? used with some adjectives and nouns to make adjectives describing what colour something is |
| 21352 |
She died of a brain tumour. tumour a mass of cells in your body that grow in a way that is not normal. A benign tumour is harmless, and a malignant tumour can cause death |
| 21353 |
an operation to remove the tumour tumour a mass of cells in your body that grow in a way that is not normal. A benign tumour is harmless, and a malignant tumour can cause death |
| 21354 |
What a super idea! super very good, nice, or enjoyable |
| 21355 |
'Would you like to join us for dinner?' 'That would be super!' super very good, nice, or enjoyable |
| 21356 |
a super party super very good, nice, or enjoyable |
| 21357 |
Today's models are super thin. super extremely |
| 21358 |
supersonic super- more, better, or bigger than usual: used with many nouns, adjectives, and verbs |
| 21359 |
a new super-virus super- more, better, or bigger than usual: used with many nouns, adjectives, and verbs |
| 21360 |
a superhero super- more, better, or bigger than usual: used with many nouns, adjectives, and verbs |
| 21361 |
Tony scribbled the address on the back of an envelope. scribble to write something quickly and carelessly |
| 21362 |
I scribbled the numbers down as they were read out. scribble scribble something down to write something quickly and carelessly |
| 21363 |
A child had scribbled on the book. scribble to make marks or drawings with no meaning |
| 21364 |
a scribbled note scribble |
| 21365 |
an increase in the funding of health care funding funding of money that a government or organization provides for a specific purpose |
| 21366 |
The government is still failing to provide adequate funding for research. funding funding for money that a government or organization provides for a specific purpose |
| 21367 |
Public funding of the arts is essential. funding government public state funding money that a government or organization provides for a specific purpose |
| 21368 |
Nolan was angry at being dumped from the team. dump to get rid of someone or something that you no longer want or need |
| 21369 |
Over 150,000 tonnes of waste are dumped annually along the coastline. dump to get rid of someone or something that you no longer want or need |
| 21370 |
She dumped her bags on the floor and flopped onto the bed. dump to put something somewhere in a careless way, especially something that is heavy |
| 21371 |
Brady's really upset – his girlfriend's just dumped him. dump to end a sexual or romantic relationship with someone |
| 21372 |
They dumped the kids with her parents while they went on holiday. dump dump someone with someone else to leave someone in the care of someone else because it is convenient for you, although it may not be for them |
| 21373 |
an ammunition dump dump a place where military equipment such as weapons are stored for a short period of time |
| 21374 |
Some Mondays I just feel in the dumps. dump (down) in the dumps feeling unhappy or without hope |
| 21375 |
I put a couple of stitches in just to hold the ends together. stitch a short piece of thread that you can see on cloth when it has been sewn |
| 21376 |
The shawl was knitted with beautiful neat stitches. stitch a piece of wool that has been put round a needle when you are knitting |
| 21377 |
drop a stitch (=let it fall off the needle accidentally) stitch a piece of wool that has been put round a needle when you are knitting |
| 21378 |
I can sew, but I can't do any of the fancy stitches. stitch a particular way of making the stitches when you are sewing or knitting |
| 21379 |
The cut over his left eye needed 12 stitches. stitch a short piece of thread that is used for joining someone's skin together after it has been cut |
| 21380 |
I got a stitch and had to stop running. stitch a sharp pain in the side of your body that you sometimes feel when you are running |
| 21381 |
Dawson's brand of humour had his audiences in stitches. stitch have someone in stitches laughing a lot |
| 21382 |
They stitched red and blue ribbons onto their hats. stitch to join pieces of cloth together by sewing them |
| 21383 |
Surgeons managed to stitch his finger back on. stitch to join someone's skin together after it has been cut |
| 21384 |
A fireman climbed the ladder. ladder a piece of equipment for reaching high places that consists of two long pieces of wood or metal joined by smaller pieces called rungs |
| 21385 |
In that community, being a doctor was a step up on the social ladder. ladder a system that has different levels through which you can progress |
| 21386 |
She was high enough on the corporate ladder to take time off whenever she wanted. ladder a system that has different levels through which you can progress |
| 21387 |
a park keeper keeper someone who is responsible for looking after something |
| 21388 |
a lighthouse keeper keeper someone who is responsible for looking after something |
| 21389 |
the elephant keeper keeper someone who looks after a group of animals in a zoo |
| 21390 |
A tiger attacked one of the keepers. keeper someone who looks after a group of animals in a zoo |
| 21391 |
She is the keeper of the art gallery's modern collection. keeper someone who is an expert in and responsible for a particular group of objects in a museum |
| 21392 |
All endorsed the treaty as critically important for achieving peace. endorse to express support for someone or something, especially in public |
| 21393 |
Hey, buddy, what are you doing? buddy used for talking to a man whose name you do not know |
| 21394 |
Dolores was invariably late. invariably always, or almost always |
| 21395 |
Someone had smashed a window. smash to break something noisily into many pieces by dropping or hitting it with a lot of force |
| 21396 |
The bottle slipped and smashed to pieces on the floor. smash to break noisily into many pieces |
| 21397 |
He fell and smashed his head on the pavement. smash to hit something against an object or surface with a lot of force, causing injury or damage |
| 21398 |
waves smashed over the boat smash to hit against an object or surface with a lot of force, causing injury or damage |
| 21399 |
weapons systems designed to provide a shield against nuclear attack shield shield against someone or something that protects you from harm or bad experiences |
| 21400 |
My relationship with my sister was a shield against the ugliness of our childhood. shield someone or something that protects you from harm or bad experiences |
| 21401 |
These plants should be shielded from direct sunlight. shield shield something from something to protect something, usually from being hit, touched, or seen |
| 21402 |
The house was shielded from view by tall trees. shield shield something from view to protect something, usually from being hit, touched, or seen |
| 21403 |
She shielded her eyes against the sun's glare. shield shield your eyes face to protect something, usually from being hit, touched, or seen |
| 21404 |
He is anxious to shield his children from the press. shield shield someone from something to protect someone from something unpleasant |
| 21405 |
the seventh of February seventh in the place or position counted as number 7 |
| 21406 |
She came seventh in a national poetry competition. seventh in the place or position counted as number 7 |
| 21407 |
You spend about a seventh of your working week travelling. seventh one of 7 equal parts of something |
| 21408 |
Huge orange flames engulfed the building. orange between red and yellow in colour. If something is similar to this colour, you can say that it is an orangey colour or that it is, for example, orangey-red or orangey-yellow |
| 21409 |
Bombs were exploding all over the city. explode to burst with a lot of force and a loud noise |
| 21410 |
Terrorists have exploded bombs across the country. explode to make something burst with a lot of force and a loud noise |
| 21411 |
Thunder exploded over the meadow. explode to make a sudden loud noise |
| 21412 |
When I told Ian that Maggie had refused to come, he simply exploded. explode to express strong emotions in a sudden, noisy, and often violent way |
| 21413 |
She suddenly exploded with rage, and stormed off. explode explode in with to express strong emotions in a sudden, noisy, and often violent way |
| 21414 |
The room exploded into uproar when the fire alarm went off. explode explode into to express strong emotions in a sudden, noisy, and often violent way |
| 21415 |
The increased availability of food has caused the deer population to explode. explode to increase a lot in size, amount, or importance over a very short period of time |
| 21416 |
Investment in technology stocks exploded in the 1990s. explode to increase a lot in size, amount, or importance over a very short period of time |
| 21417 |
Scientists wanted to explode the myth of a monster living in the lake. explode to prove that a story or theory that many people believe is in fact false |
| 21418 |
A group of youths exploded out of the door. explode to move very quickly |
| 21419 |
Suddenly, behind her, the stage explodes into life. explode explode into to move very quickly |
| 21420 |
The new channel will bring you the best in drama, music, and comedy. comedy a type of entertainment intended to make people laugh |
| 21421 |
a fast-moving comedy about the antics of a group of flatmates comedy a funny film, play or television programme |
| 21422 |
a comedy series show club comedy relating to comedy |
| 21423 |
In the study families are classified according to their incomes. classify classify someone something according to something to put people or things into particular groups according to the features that they have |
| 21424 |
The specimens were then classified into four groups. classify classify someone something into something to put people or things into particular groups according to the features that they have |
| 21425 |
These cows are now classified as a rare breed. classify classify something as something to decide which group someone or something belongs to, according to the particular features they have |
| 21426 |
The government has classified the results of the nuclear tests. classify to make information secret |
| 21427 |
cultural and artistic activities artistic relating to any form of art, including painting, music, literature, acting, and dancing |
| 21428 |
a dazzling display of artistic talent artistic relating to any form of art, including painting, music, literature, acting, and dancing |
| 21429 |
a director's high artistic standards artistic relating to any form of art, including painting, music, literature, acting, and dancing |
| 21430 |
an artistic temperament artistic sensitive to art and beauty, and able to enjoy it |
| 21431 |
an artistic eye artistic sensitive to art and beauty, and able to enjoy it |
| 21432 |
She has considerable artistic ability. artistic relating to drawing, painting etc |
| 21433 |
You don't need to be very artistic to produce great designs. artistic skilful at drawing, painting etc |
| 21434 |
an artistic floral display artistic painted, arranged, or done in a way that shows skill and imagination and looks beautiful |
| 21435 |
Haiti's former military rulers ruler someone who controls a country |
| 21436 |
He had more power than any ruler of Spain until Franco. ruler someone who controls a country |
| 21437 |
a packet of biscuits biscuit a type of small flat dry cake that is usually sweet and round. The usual American word is cookie |
| 21438 |
chocolate biscuits biscuit a type of small flat dry cake that is usually sweet and round. The usual American word is cookie |
| 21439 |
There's cheese and biscuits to follow. biscuit a type of small flat dry cake that is usually sweet and round. The usual American word is cookie |
| 21440 |
This latest plan of yours really takes the biscuit! biscuit take the biscuit to be the most silly, stupid, or annoying thing in a series of things |
| 21441 |
a lawyer who specializes in taxation specialize specialize in to be an expert in a particular part of a subject or profession |
| 21442 |
a travel company that specializes in European tours specialize specialize in to concentrate your attention and effort on a particular activity, product etc |
| 21443 |
Spiders usually catch their prey by building webs. prey an animal that is caught by another animal and eaten |
| 21444 |
a hired killer stalking his prey prey someone that a criminal or dishonest person attacks, cheats, or harms |
| 21445 |
Homeless children were easy prey for drug dealers and pimps in the capital. prey easy prey someone that a criminal or dishonest person attacks, cheats, or harms |
| 21446 |
The refugees fell prey to criminal gangs. prey fall be become prey to to be attacked, cheated, or harmed by someone bad |
| 21447 |
The criticism preyed on my mind. prey prey on someone's mind if something preys on your mind, you think and worry about it all the time |
| 21448 |
an instruction operating manual manual a book containing instructions for doing something, especially for operating a machine |
| 21449 |
manual labour manual involving the use of your hands |
| 21450 |
The job requires manual skill. manual involving the use of your hands |
| 21451 |
an old manual typewriter manual operated without electricity |
| 21452 |
The car comes with either a manual or an automatic gearbox. manual operated by a person instead of automatically or using a computer |
| 21453 |
a manual accounting system manual operated by a person instead of automatically or using a computer |
| 21454 |
Doctors say there are several possible cures for the disease. cure a medicine or treatment that makes someone who is ill become healthy |
| 21455 |
There's no cure for diabetes but the symptoms can be managed. cure cure for a medicine or treatment that makes someone who is ill become healthy |
| 21456 |
It's the only possible cure for our chronic trade deficit. cure cure for a solution to a problem |
| 21457 |
Tax cuts are not the miracle cure the Right seems to think. cure miracle cure (=an easy solution that works immediately) a solution to a problem |
| 21458 |
It might be several months before she's fully cured. cure to stop someone from being affected by an illness |
| 21459 |
Many formerly fatal diseases can now be cured. cure to stop an illness from affecting someone |
| 21460 |
Nothing seemed to cure him of his nervousness. cure cure someone of something to control or get rid of a bad habit, feeling, or attitude |
| 21461 |
Better quality control might cure our production problems. cure to solve a problem |
| 21462 |
Her stomach tightened, anticipating the fight that was to come. tighten if a muscle or a part of your body tightens, or if you tighten it, it becomes hard and stiff, often because you are angry or afraid |
| 21463 |
a bill that will tighten trading rules tighten to make a set of rules stricter or harder to avoid |
| 21464 |
The government wants to tighten its control on the press. tighten tighten control to make a set of rules stricter or harder to avoid |
| 21465 |
Security at foreign consulates was tightened after the attack. tighten to make an arrangement for guarding or protecting something more effectively |
| 21466 |
We're tightening our belts after the holidays. tighten tighten your belt to spend less money |
| 21467 |
He tightened his grip on her arms, making her wince. tighten to hold someone or something more firmly |
| 21468 |
The military government has tightened its grip on the province. tighten to begin to control someone or something more strictly |
| 21469 |
manufacturing industries manufacturing the business of making goods in large quantities in a factory |
| 21470 |
a blanket of fog blanket blanket of a thick layer of something, for example snow or cloud, that completely covers an area |
| 21471 |
The department's activities are wrapped in a blanket of secrecy. blanket blanket of something that makes it difficult for you to get information or make progress |
| 21472 |
a blanket ban on tobacco advertising blanket affecting or aimed at everyone or everything equally, even when this is not sensible or fair |
| 21473 |
There was outrage at the blanket bombing of the region. blanket affecting or aimed at everyone or everything equally, even when this is not sensible or fair |
| 21474 |
The room was entirely blanketed in dust. blanket be blanketed with in something to cover something with a layer of something, for example snow |
| 21475 |
The government has promised to hold a referendum on the issue. referendum an occasion when everyone in a country can vote to make a decision about one particular subject |
| 21476 |
The new scheme is aimed at rehabilitating local heroin addicts. rehabilitate to help someone to give up drugs or alcohol, so that they can return to a healthy, independent, and useful life |
| 21477 |
Prison does not rehabilitate most criminals. rehabilitate to help someone who has been ill or in prison to return to a healthy, independent, and useful life |
| 21478 |
The new government is desperate to rehabilitate their country's image. rehabilitate to try to make people respect someone or something again |
| 21479 |
rehabilitation programme centre rehabilitate |
| 21480 |
a scheme for the care and rehabilitation of elderly patients rehabilitate |
| 21481 |
She sat waiting, resting her chin in the palm of her hand. palm the inside part of your hand, between your fingers and your wrist |
| 21482 |
The captain slapped his palm on the desk. palm the inside part of your hand, between your fingers and your wrist |
| 21483 |
a beach of white sand fringed with coconut palms palm a palm tree, or a large plant similar to a palm tree |
| 21484 |
He had the audience in the palm of his hand. palm have someone in the palm of your hand to have complete power over someone so that they do what you tell them to do |
| 21485 |
They believed she had been possessed by devils. devil an evil spirit |
| 21486 |
I bet you were a little devil when you were younger. devil someone who does not behave very well, especially a child. You usually use this word when you are not really angry with the person |
| 21487 |
Poor old devil, he doesn't get many visitors. devil a person. Used when you are describing someone or saying how you feel about them, especially if you like them |
| 21488 |
Go on, be a devil. Come out tonight. devil be a devil used for encouraging someone to do something when they are not sure if they should do it, especially when it is not very bad or serious |
| 21489 |
We had a devil of a job persuading her not to leave. devil a devil of a used for emphasizing how difficult or unpleasant something is |
| 21490 |
What the devil is going on here? devil what who how the devil used for asking in an angry way what is happening or who has done something |
| 21491 |
For many childless couples, adoption is the best solution. adoption the process of making a child legally part of your family, or an instance of this |
| 21492 |
She had put her son up for adoption. adoption the process of making a child legally part of your family, or an instance of this |
| 21493 |
We will encourage a wider adoption of this strategy for pollution control. adoption adoption of the decision to use or accept a particular idea, method, law, or attitude |
| 21494 |
The Government is encouraging women back into the workforce. workforce used in general about people who work |
| 21495 |
Cut the dough into eight equal segments. segment a separate part of anything |
| 21496 |
The decision was very popular among certain segments of the population. segment segment of a separate part of anything |
| 21497 |
It seemed an impossible task at times, but we carried on, regardless. regardless without being affected or influenced by someone or something |
| 21498 |
We will continue the race, regardless of the weather. regardless regardless of without being affected or influenced by anything else that happens or exists |
| 21499 |
There must be equality of rights for all citizens, regardless of nationality. regardless regardless of without being affected or influenced by anything else that happens or exists |
| 21500 |
The building work will proceed regardless of whether there is an agreement. regardless regardless of how what why etc without being affected or influenced by anything else that happens or exists |
| 21501 |
a building contractor contractor a person or company whose job is to provide goods or to do work for another person, organization, company etc at a particular price |
| 21502 |
We're spending a larger portion of our income on entertainment. portion portion of a part of an amount or total |
| 21503 |
Only a small portion of the population could tell you what the government's policy is. portion a part of an amount or total |
| 21504 |
You need a cake big enough to be divided into sixteen portions. portion a part of anything |
| 21505 |
These statistics explain only a portion of the problem. portion portion of a part of anything |
| 21506 |
If you eat smaller portions, you will begin to lose weight. portion the amount of food that one person eats at a meal |
| 21507 |
I have to work very hard, which I take as my portion. portion someone's portion the things that someone must accept as part of their life |
| 21508 |
Ministers have to portion out the government's multi-million-pound budget among the regions. portion portion out to divide something among several people |
| 21509 |
a prediction of catastrophe prediction prediction of a statement about what you think will happen in the future, or the process of making such a statement |
| 21510 |
The government maintained its prediction that inflation will hold to 8.5% this year. prediction prediction that a statement about what you think will happen in the future, or the process of making such a statement |
| 21511 |
shrimp cocktail shrimp a shrimp eaten as food |
| 21512 |
Return the dish to the oven to heat through before serving. oven a large piece of equipment in a kitchen that you heat, usually with electricity or gas, to cook food in. An oven often has a grill in it |
| 21513 |
a hot moderate low oven oven a large piece of equipment in a kitchen that you heat, usually with electricity or gas, to cook food in. An oven often has a grill in it |
| 21514 |
Bake for 25 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature. oven a large piece of equipment in a kitchen that you heat, usually with electricity or gas, to cook food in. An oven often has a grill in it |
| 21515 |
Preheat the oven to 220C, Gas mark 7. oven preheat an oven a large piece of equipment in a kitchen that you heat, usually with electricity or gas, to cook food in. An oven often has a grill in it |
| 21516 |
Birmingham has been described as a matrix of small workshops. matrix an arrangement of connected things |
| 21517 |
a draught of wine draught an amount of liquid that you swallow at one time |
| 21518 |
Police are investigating a complex fraud involving several bogus contractors. fraud the crime of obtaining money from someone by tricking them |
| 21519 |
tax insurance benefit fraud fraud the crime of obtaining money from someone by tricking them |
| 21520 |
fraud trials cases fraud relating to fraud |
| 21521 |
electoral fraud fraud the action of producing false documents or information in order to get what you want |
| 21522 |
The whole research programme was an elaborate fraud. fraud something that is not what people claim it is, and is designed to trick people |
| 21523 |
a cottage with low oak beams beam a long thick piece of wood, metal, or concrete that supports a roof |
| 21524 |
the beam of the car headlights beam a line of light or other form of energy |
| 21525 |
a laser beam beam a line of light or other form of energy |
| 21526 |
A beam of happiness spread over her face. beam a wide happy smile |
| 21527 |
Rumours about his resignation are way off beam. beam off beam wrong or not accurate |
| 21528 |
He beamed with satisfaction. beam if you beam, you smile in a very obvious way |
| 21529 |
Pictures of the famine were beamed to television audiences all over the world. beam beam to across over etc to send radio signals or television pictures through the air using electronic equipment |
| 21530 |
The sun beamed down brightly from a perfect blue sky. beam to send out light, heat, or energy |
| 21531 |
Is this your signature on the letter? signature a person's name written in a special way by that person |
| 21532 |
collecting signatures for a petition signature a person's name written in a special way by that person |
| 21533 |
My secretary will bring the papers for signature this afternoon. signature the action of signing something |
| 21534 |
Ten years after signature of the treaty the terms will be re-examined. signature signature of the action of signing something |
| 21535 |
Cheers rose from the courtroom when the verdict was given. courtroom a room where legal cases are judged |
| 21536 |
a bitter courtroom battle courtroom a room where legal cases are judged |
| 21537 |
She rested her tired, aching limbs. limb an arm, or a leg |
| 21538 |
an artificial limb limb an arm, or a leg |
| 21539 |
a unanimous verdict verdict an official judgment made in a court |
| 21540 |
A verdict of accidental death was recorded. verdict record a verdict an official judgment made in a court |
| 21541 |
The jury took 16 hours to reach a verdict. verdict reach a verdict an official judgment made in a court |
| 21542 |
The jury returned a verdict of not guilty. verdict return deliver a verdict (=say whether someone is guilty or not) an official judgment made in a court |
| 21543 |
The coroner recorded a verdict of accidental death. verdict verdict of an official judgment by an organization or person in authority |
| 21544 |
'So, what's the verdict?' Anne asked cheerily. verdict an opinion that you have or a decision that you make |
| 21545 |
His verdict on the lunch was 'a disaster'. verdict verdict on an opinion that you have or a decision that you make |
| 21546 |
All their plans came to nought. nought come to nought to be unsuccessful |
| 21547 |
I loved visiting my aunt and uncle. aunt the sister of your mother or father, or the wife of your uncle |
| 21548 |
Hello, Aunt Betty. aunt the sister of your mother or father, or the wife of your uncle |
| 21549 |
Liverpool docks dock the area in a port where the docks are |
| 21550 |
They dock your wages if you're late more than twice. dock to take money out of someone's salary, especially as a punishment |
| 21551 |
All submissions must be received by 10 April. submission a document that you formally give to someone who will make a decision about it |
| 21552 |
The report is ready for submission to the board of directors. submission the process of giving a document to someone for them to consider |
| 21553 |
In its submission to the Committee, the association claimed that many prisoners are innocent. submission a statement that you make to a judge or to someone else who is considering your case |
| 21554 |
It's her job to make a submission to the court. submission make a submission a statement that you make to a judge or to someone else who is considering your case |
| 21555 |
Martin raised his hands in submission. submission in submission the action of accepting that someone has defeated you or has power over you |
| 21556 |
Islam calls for submission to the will of Allah. submission submission to the action of accepting that someone has defeated you or has power over you |
| 21557 |
He had managed to bully their mother into submission yet again. submission into submission the action of accepting that someone has defeated you or has power over you |
| 21558 |
a flu bug bug an infectious but usually minor illness |
| 21559 |
You must have picked up a bug on holiday. bug get pick up a bug (=develop an illness) an infectious but usually minor illness |
| 21560 |
The new program still has some bugs in it. bug a minor fault in a computer system or in a computer program |
| 21561 |
I'd been bitten by the back-packing bug. bug be bitten by the travel fitness cooking etc bug (=to suddenly become enthusiastic about it) a sudden strong enthusiasm for doing something |
| 21562 |
Detectives had planted (=put) a bug in his hotel room. bug a small piece of electronic equipment used for secretly listening to what people are saying |
| 21563 |
There were bugs crawling all over the kitchen floor. bug an insect |
| 21564 |
It really bugs me when people smoke in restaurants. bug to annoy someone |
| 21565 |
She keeps bugging me to paint the kitchen. bug bug someone to do something to continue asking someone to do something in a way that annoys them |
| 21566 |
He was convinced that his office was bugged. bug to hide a small piece of electronic equipment somewhere so that you can secretly listen to what people are saying |
| 21567 |
He clung to the certainties of his Catholic faith. certainty something that will definitely happen or that you feel very sure about |
| 21568 |
I can't tell you with any certainty what the outcome of the operation will be. certainty with certainty the feeling of being completely sure about something |
| 21569 |
a boring badly-paid job boring not at all interesting, and making you feel impatient or dissatisfied |
| 21570 |
It gets boring just being at home all day. boring not at all interesting, and making you feel impatient or dissatisfied |
| 21571 |
Our maths teacher is so boring! boring not at all interesting, and making you feel impatient or dissatisfied |
| 21572 |
an oil drum drum a large round container for liquids such as fuel and chemicals |
| 21573 |
the steady drum of raindrops on the roof drum drum of the sound of something continuously hitting a surface |
| 21574 |
He drummed his fingers on the desk. drum to make a continuous sound by hitting a surface |
| 21575 |
The Egyptian leader was praised for his courage and wisdom. wisdom the ability to make good decisions based on knowledge and experience |
| 21576 |
You can't argue with a child who thinks their teacher is the fount of all wisdom. wisdom the fount of all wisdom (=someone who knows everything) knowledge that you have gained over a long period |
| 21577 |
The conventional wisdom is that governments should lead rather than simply reflect public opinion. wisdom conventional received traditional wisdom beliefs or opinions that most people accept to be correct |
| 21578 |
The last government, in its infinite wisdom, decided not to introduce the measure. wisdom in his her their wisdom used for emphasizing that you do not understand why someone has done something and you think it seems silly |
| 21579 |
The media assembled to catch the minister's pearls of political wisdom. wisdom pearls words of wisdom very wise remarks. This expression is often used for saying that a remark is very silly |
| 21580 |
People are already questioning the wisdom of the move. wisdom the wisdom of (doing) something how sensible something is |
| 21581 |
He disagreed with the minister on the wisdom of raising taxes. wisdom the wisdom of (doing) something how sensible something is |
| 21582 |
a suspected convicted terrorist terrorist someone who uses violence in order to achieve political aims |
| 21583 |
an attack carried out by terrorists terrorist someone who uses violence in order to achieve political aims |
| 21584 |
a terrorist bombing terrorist someone who uses violence in order to achieve political aims |
| 21585 |
She suffers from poor circulation. circulation the continuous movement of blood around your body |
| 21586 |
Exercise will increase muscle strength and improve your circulation. circulation the continuous movement of blood around your body |
| 21587 |
a newspaper with a daily circulation of more than 2 million circulation the number of copies of a newspaper or magazine sold each day, week etc |
| 21588 |
a law designed to reduce the number of guns in circulation circulation in circulation the process by which something such as money passes from one person to another |
| 21589 |
When was this banknote put into circulation? circulation put something into circulation the process by which something such as money passes from one person to another |
| 21590 |
I was out of circulation for two months after the accident. circulation be out of circulation to temporarily not be involved in your usual public or social activities |
| 21591 |
The editor made a few minor alterations to the text. alteration a change in the appearance or form of something |
| 21592 |
Have you noticed any alteration in her behaviour? alteration a change in the appearance or form of something |
| 21593 |
Reconstruction or alteration of the flat without the landlord's permission is forbidden. alteration the process of making a change in the appearance or form of something |
| 21594 |
I'm having some alterations made to the dress. alteration a small change made to a piece of clothing to make it fit correctly |
| 21595 |
I think we've been burgled! burgle to enter a building and steal things |
| 21596 |
Drink lots of fluids during exercise. fluid a liquid |
| 21597 |
cleaning fluid fluid a liquid |
| 21598 |
a fluid writing style fluid graceful and continuing without any pauses or sudden changes |
| 21599 |
a fluid movement fluid graceful and continuing without any pauses or sudden changes |
| 21600 |
The situation remains fluid. fluid likely to change |
| 21601 |
an ambitious young lawyer ambitious determined to be successful, rich, famous etc |
| 21602 |
Her parents were intensely ambitious for her and her younger sister. ambitious ambitious for someone (=determined that someone will succeed) determined to be successful, rich, famous etc |
| 21603 |
an ambitious strategy for managing health care ambitious an ambitious plan, aim, or attempt is difficult and will need a lot of effort to succeed |
| 21604 |
We often meet each other socially after work. socially in situations and activities that involve being with other people, especially for enjoyment |
| 21605 |
Like many teenagers, she's not very socially adept. socially socially adept (=good at being with other people) in situations and activities that involve being with other people, especially for enjoyment |
| 21606 |
people from socially disadvantaged backgrounds socially socially disadvantaged deprived (=poor and with little education) relating to someone's social class |
| 21607 |
a socially concerned company socially relating to society |
| 21608 |
Such behaviour is not socially acceptable. socially socially acceptable relating to rules about polite behaviour |
| 21609 |
anti-government riots riot a violent protest by a crowd of people |
| 21610 |
the country's history of riot and disorder riot a violent protest by a crowd of people |
| 21611 |
The new laws sparked prison riots across the country. riot start provoke spark a riot a violent protest by a crowd of people |
| 21612 |
Seven people were hurt as police tried to quell the riot. riot quell a riot (=stop it) a violent protest by a crowd of people |
| 21613 |
a riot shield riot worn or used by police to protect themselves during a riot |
| 21614 |
Police in full riot gear attempted to clear the streets. riot worn or used by police to protect themselves during a riot |
| 21615 |
As usual, the party was an absolute riot. riot an event or activity in which a lot of people have fun in a noisy way |
| 21616 |
The sky was a riot of red and orange. riot a lot of different bright colours together |
| 21617 |
a riot of emotions riot a combination of things that have a powerful effect |
| 21618 |
Whole districts were rioting in protest at mass unemployment. riot to protest violently about something |
| 21619 |
More than 300 villagers have signed a petition against the building project. petition petition against a document signed by many people that asks someone in authority to do something |
| 21620 |
a petition for divorce petition petition for an official document in which you ask a court to take legal action |
| 21621 |
Her lawyer has already filed a petition for her immediate release from prison. petition file a petition an official document in which you ask a court to take legal action |
| 21622 |
Parents have petitioned the council to keep the school open. petition petition someone to do something to ask someone in authority to do something using a petition |
| 21623 |
We intend to petition for a change in the law. petition petition against for to ask someone in authority to do something using a petition |
| 21624 |
Mrs Hall announced that she was petitioning for a divorce. petition petition for to give a court an official document in which you ask it to take legal action |
| 21625 |
a recruitment campaign drive recruitment the process of finding people to join the armed forces, or a company or organization |
| 21626 |
It's a well-known fact that he shares business interests with them. well-known known by many people or by the people involved in a particular situation |
| 21627 |
She's most well known for her TV work. well-known well-known for known by many people or by the people involved in a particular situation |
| 21628 |
Our argument against the merger is well known to the company. well-known well-known to in known by many people or by the people involved in a particular situation |
| 21629 |
In my haste to escape, I tripped over a fallen branch. haste in someone's haste to do something great speed in doing something because of limited time |
| 21630 |
It is very important that decisions are not taken in haste. haste in haste too quickly, without careful planning or thought |
| 21631 |
Water burst through the dam and flooded local villages. flood if water floods a place, it covers it |
| 21632 |
The ground floor of the house was flooded. flood if water floods a place, it covers it |
| 21633 |
Ten years ago the valley flooded. flood to become covered or filled with water |
| 21634 |
Water was flooding in through the back door. flood flood in out down etc if water floods somewhere, it flows there quickly and in large amounts |
| 21635 |
I opened the curtains and light flooded into the room. flood flood into out of through if light floods into a place or floods a place, the place becomes filled with bright light |
| 21636 |
Pale sunshine flooded the classroom. flood if light floods into a place or floods a place, the place becomes filled with bright light |
| 21637 |
Suddenly the house was flooded with moonlight. flood be flooded with something if light floods into a place or floods a place, the place becomes filled with bright light |
| 21638 |
Calls have been flooding into our office from worried parents. flood flood into out of across etc if people or things flood somewhere, they go there or arrive there in large numbers |
| 21639 |
Refugees are flooding out of the capital. flood if people or things flood somewhere, they go there or arrive there in large numbers |
| 21640 |
The TV station was flooded with complaints. flood be flooded with something if people or things flood somewhere, they go there or arrive there in large numbers |
| 21641 |
Relief flooded through him. flood if an emotion floods through you, or if you are flooded with an emotion, you suddenly feel it strongly |
| 21642 |
Cheap imported goods are flooding the market. flood flood the market to make such a large number of goods or services available for sale that they cannot all be sold and the price falls |
| 21643 |
The southwest of England has been badly hit by floods. flood a large amount of water that covers an area that was dry before |
| 21644 |
Ambulances could not get through the floods. flood a large amount of water that covers an area that was dry before |
| 21645 |
After three weeks the flood waters finally receded. flood a large amount of water that covers an area that was dry before |
| 21646 |
The border areas are trying to cope with a flood of refugees. flood flood of a large number of people or things that move somewhere or arrive somewhere at the same time |
| 21647 |
We received a flood of letters protesting against the change. flood a large number of people or things that move somewhere or arrive somewhere at the same time |
| 21648 |
This year has seen a flood of new consumer legislation. flood flood of a large number of things that happen at the same time |
| 21649 |
The song brought back a flood of memories. flood a flood of memories or feelings is a lot of strong memories or feelings that suddenly affect you |
| 21650 |
She rushed out of the room in floods of tears. flood in floods of tears crying a lot |
| 21651 |
The students' protest was in full flood by the afternoon. flood in full flood in as strong a way as possible |
| 21652 |
the Vietnam War Memorial memorial a structure built to remind people of a famous person or event |
| 21653 |
By the road was a memorial to victims of the bombing. memorial a structure built to remind people of a famous person or event |
| 21654 |
The article is a memorial to her aunt who died last month. memorial something created to honour someone who has died |
| 21655 |
a memorial garden at Kensington memorial a memorial object, event, or prize is created to honour someone who has died |
| 21656 |
a memorial hospital fund chapel memorial a memorial object, event, or prize is created to honour someone who has died |
| 21657 |
A memorial service for the bombing victims will be held. memorial memorial service ceremony a memorial object, event, or prize is created to honour someone who has died |
| 21658 |
She kept up a thirty-year correspondence with Mary Hays. correspondence correspondence with the process of writing and receiving letters |
| 21659 |
the file where he kept his personal correspondence correspondence the letters that someone sends and receives |
| 21660 |
There is a definite correspondence between infant mortality and poverty. correspondence correspondence between a strong connection between two things |
| 21661 |
Ye Olde Tea Shoppe ye used instead of 'the', especially in the names of pubs and restaurants so that they will sound old or interesting |
| 21662 |
a slice of roast beef beef the meat from a cow |
| 21663 |
minced beef beef the meat from a cow |
| 21664 |
the beef industry beef relating to this meat |
| 21665 |
beef cattle beef relating to this meat |
| 21666 |
beef stew beef relating to this meat |
| 21667 |
What's his beef? beef a complaint |
| 21668 |
fluorescent lighting lighting light of a particular type or quality, or the equipment that produces it |
| 21669 |
Don't strain your eyes by putting up with poor lighting. lighting light of a particular type or quality, or the equipment that produces it |
| 21670 |
Folkestone harbour harbour an area of water near the land where it is safe for boats to stay. A port is a harbour where passengers and goods can be taken on and off |
| 21671 |
a splendid natural harbour harbour an area of water near the land where it is safe for boats to stay. A port is a harbour where passengers and goods can be taken on and off |
| 21672 |
The wind kept us in harbour until the following afternoon. harbour an area of water near the land where it is safe for boats to stay. A port is a harbour where passengers and goods can be taken on and off |
| 21673 |
The opposition accused him of harbouring secret plans to take the country to war. harbour to keep a particular thought or feeling in your mind for a long time |
| 21674 |
He still harboured doubts about her real intentions. harbour to keep a particular thought or feeling in your mind for a long time |
| 21675 |
harbour a grudge fear suspicion harbour to keep a particular thought or feeling in your mind for a long time |
| 21676 |
They accused several countries of harbouring terrorists. harbour to protect someone who has done something wrong |
| 21677 |
Move to the shallow end of the pool. shallow with only a short distance from the top or surface to the bottom |
| 21678 |
He dug a shallow trench. shallow with only a short distance from the top or surface to the bottom |
| 21679 |
The dish needs to be quite shallow. shallow with only a short distance from the top or surface to the bottom |
| 21680 |
Her breathing was very shallow. shallow taking in only a little air |
| 21681 |
Seal the box with tape. seal seal something with something to close a container or space by covering it with something so that air or other substances cannot get in or out |
| 21682 |
Small gaps can be sealed with wax. seal to close a container or space by covering it with something so that air or other substances cannot get in or out |
| 21683 |
Further floods may have sealed the fate of the few remaining villages. seal seal someone's fate to show or decide that something bad will definitely happen to someone |
| 21684 |
I stamped and sealed all the envelopes ready for posting. seal seal an envelope to close an envelope by sticking down the top edge |
| 21685 |
McNab sealed the win with a spectacular third strike. seal seal a victory deal agreement to make a victory deal agreement etc certain or complete |
| 21686 |
We shook hands to seal the deal. seal seal a victory deal agreement to make a victory deal agreement etc certain or complete |
| 21687 |
I replaced the seal, but oil is still leaking out. seal a shaped piece of something such as rubber that closes a hole inside a machine so that air or other substances cannot get in or out |
| 21688 |
West Indies put the seal on another glorious cricket season with their victory against England. seal set put the seal on something to make something definite |
| 21689 |
The number of people visiting the park has decreased significantly. decrease to become less |
| 21690 |
Prices are expected to decrease by less than 1 per cent this year. decrease to become less |
| 21691 |
The new system decreases the risk to public health. decrease to reduce something |
| 21692 |
a decrease in the number of violent crimes decrease decrease in the process of becoming less, or the amount by which something is less |
| 21693 |
Profits were 1 million, which is a decrease of 5 per cent on last year. decrease decrease of the process of becoming less, or the amount by which something is less |
| 21694 |
The main constituents of wine are acid, tannin, alcohol, and sugar. constituent one of the parts that form something when they combine |
| 21695 |
constituent parts constituent forming part of something |
| 21696 |
Dave's doing his Accountancy exams next week. exam do take an exam an important test of your knowledge, especially one that you take at school or university |
| 21697 |
If she passes the entrance exam, she'll go to university in October. exam pass fail an exam an important test of your knowledge, especially one that you take at school or university |
| 21698 |
How did you do in the exam? exam an important test of your knowledge, especially one that you take at school or university |
| 21699 |
The school had some excellent exam results last year. exam relating to an exam or exams |
| 21700 |
Vera slipped off her shoes and wiggled her toes. toe one of the five individual parts at the end of your foot. Your big toe is the largest, and your little toe is the smallest |
| 21701 |
I stubbed my toe (=hurt it by hitting it) on the step. toe one of the five individual parts at the end of your foot. Your big toe is the largest, and your little toe is the smallest |
| 21702 |
He stood on his toes to look out of the window. toe on your toes (=with only your toes on the ground) one of the five individual parts at the end of your foot. Your big toe is the largest, and your little toe is the smallest |
| 21703 |
shoes with pointed toes toe the part of a shoe or sock that covers your toes |
| 21704 |
They have dipped a toe into the computer games market. toe dip your a toe into something to try doing something, in order to test whether it will be successful or suitable |
| 21705 |
He was covered in mud from head to toe. toe from head top to toe over the whole of your body |
| 21706 |
He keeps changing the rules, just to keep us on our toes. toe keep someone on their toes to make someone concentrate so that they are ready to deal with anything that might happen |
| 21707 |
I hope I'm not stepping on anyone's toes by saying this. toe tread step on someone's toes to offend someone by doing something that they should be responsible for or that they have the authority to do |
| 21708 |
Members of the party have to toe the line or they're expelled. toe toe the line to accept rules and to obey people in authority |
| 21709 |
Tell him to get his ass over here. ass used in some expressions for emphasizing that you want someone to hurry, leave, or go to a particular place |
| 21710 |
Move your ass or we'll be late. ass move your ass (=hurry) used in some expressions for emphasizing that you want someone to hurry, leave, or go to a particular place |
| 21711 |
'He seemed genuine enough.' 'Genuine, my ass!' ass my ass used for showing that you do not believe something that has just been said |
| 21712 |
The man thrust his hands into his pockets. thrust thrust something into through towards under something to put something somewhere with a quick hard push |
| 21713 |
They were stopping cars and thrusting leaflets through the windows. thrust to put something somewhere with a quick hard push |
| 21714 |
He thrust a microphone under her nose. thrust to put something somewhere with a quick hard push |
| 21715 |
He felt the great machine thrust forwards with unbelievable power. thrust thrust forward forwards through towards to move somewhere by pushing hard and quickly |
| 21716 |
Finding a gap, she thrust through the brambles. thrust to move somewhere by pushing hard and quickly |
| 21717 |
The man then thrust at me with his sword. thrust thrust at to attack someone |
| 21718 |
A church spire thrust upwards. thrust thrust upwards out of through to continue beyond the rest of something |
| 21719 |
one last thrust of the knife thrust a quick hard push |
| 21720 |
We welcome the general thrust of the Senator's argument. thrust thrust of the main idea or intention of something such as a document, speech, or policy |
| 21721 |
a maze of bureaucracy bureaucracy a complicated and annoying system of rules and processes |
| 21722 |
France created a powerful centralized bureaucracy. bureaucracy the people employed to run government organizations |
| 21723 |
He looked at the gold watch on his wrist. wrist the part of your body between your hand and your arm |
| 21724 |
Can you crack some nuts for me (=break open the shells)? nut a dry fruit that grows inside a hard shell on some types of tree and bush. Many kinds of nut can be eaten |
| 21725 |
a football nut nut someone who is extremely enthusiastic about a particular activity, sport, or subject |
| 21726 |
If I'm late home my Mum will do her nut! nut do your nut to become very angry |
| 21727 |
First, you need to know the nuts and bolts of the business. nut the nuts and bolts (of something) the basic details of a job or activity |
| 21728 |
a magnetic screwdriver magnetic a magnetic piece of metal can make iron or steel objects come to it so that they seem to stick to it |
| 21729 |
a strong magnetic force magnetic relating to or using magnetism |
| 21730 |
a magnetic card disk magnetic relating to or using magnetism |
| 21731 |
a magnetic storm magnetic relating to or using magnetism |
| 21732 |
his magnetic personality magnetic able to attract and interest people very strongly |
| 21733 |
He collected up the papers and clipped them together. clip to fasten one thing to another using a small object |
| 21734 |
Clip the microphone to your shirt. clip to fasten one thing to another using a small object |
| 21735 |
a safety harness that clips onto your belt clip clip to onto to be fastened to something using a small object |
| 21736 |
Clip the cap over the camera lens. clip to be pressed, or to press something, into position so that it makes a quick loud sound |
| 21737 |
The lid just clips back on. clip to be pressed, or to press something, into position so that it makes a quick loud sound |
| 21738 |
I asked him to clip the hedge. clip to cut off small parts of something in order to make it tidy |
| 21739 |
a device for clipping your nails clip to cut off small parts of something in order to make it tidy |
| 21740 |
a story clipped from the newspaper clip to remove something by cutting |
| 21741 |
The plane lost control, clipping power cables as it fell. clip to hit something accidentally while passing it |
| 21742 |
She clipped 7 seconds off her personal best for the 10,000 metres. clip to reduce a score or quantity by a small amount |
| 21743 |
hair clips clip a small object that holds something in position |
| 21744 |
Use cable clips to secure loose wires. clip a small object that holds something in position |
| 21745 |
a news clip from a 1940s newsreel clip clip from a short part of a film, television programme, or news story that is shown separately |
| 21746 |
They showed a clip of Robbie Williams being interviewed. clip clip of a short part of a film, television programme, or news story that is shown separately |
| 21747 |
Dad used to threaten us with a clip round the earhole. clip a clip round the ear earhole a quick hit on the side of someone's head, especially as a punishment |
| 21748 |
His eyes widened in shocked disbelief. widen to become wider |
| 21749 |
They're planning to widen the road outside our house. widen to make something wider |
| 21750 |
The gap between rich and poor seems to be widening. widen to increase |
| 21751 |
The police are widening the scope of their investigation. widen to increase something |
| 21752 |
They're widening the choice of foreign languages available. widen to increase something |
| 21753 |
an ever-widening range of goods widen |
| 21754 |
One of the most widespread natural hazards is flooding. hazard something that could be dangerous or could cause damage or accidents |
| 21755 |
We know the hazards of modern warfare. hazard hazard of something that could be dangerous or could cause damage or accidents |
| 21756 |
Broken glass is a hazard to bare feet. hazard hazard to something that could be dangerous or could cause damage or accidents |
| 21757 |
There must be protection from radiation hazards. hazard fire radiation traffic hazard something that could be dangerous or could cause damage or accidents |
| 21758 |
Pollution is a major health hazard. hazard health hazard something that could be dangerous or could cause damage or accidents |
| 21759 |
Let me hazard a guess – you're an Aquarius. hazard to make a guess or suggestion about something when you are not sure if it is true |
| 21760 |
Please dispose of your litter thoughtfully. dispose to get rid of something that you no longer need or want |
| 21761 |
Most complaints can be disposed of pretty quickly. dispose to remove something such as a problem by dealing with it successfully |
| 21762 |
Tim Henman disposed of Pete Sampras in straight sets. dispose to defeat someone in a game, competition etc |
| 21763 |
property drug dealing dealing the business of buying and selling |
| 21764 |
We've had no dealings with their company for years. dealing have dealings with someone something the business activities or the general relationship that you have with another person or organization |
| 21765 |
a reputation for fair plain honest dealing dealing the particular way in which you do business with or behave towards other people |
| 21766 |
How many of them are absent without permission? absent not in the place where you should be or are expected to be |
| 21767 |
He's been absent from school for three days. absent absent from not in the place where you should be or are expected to be |
| 21768 |
Parental affection is absent from these children's lives. absent absent from missing from a place or situation |
| 21769 |
He listened with an absent air and kept glancing at the door. absent showing that you are not paying attention to what is happening because you are thinking about something else |
| 21770 |
I'm afraid there's not much I can say to reassure you. reassure to make someone feel less worried about something |
| 21771 |
She checked the bolts to reassure herself that the door was locked. reassure reassure someone (that) to make someone feel less worried about something |
| 21772 |
a campaign project coordinator coordinator someone whose job is to organize the various parts of an activity and make sure that all the people involved work well together |
| 21773 |
the Holiday Inn, Edinburgh inn used in the names of hotels |
| 21774 |
the suspension of the peace talks suspension the act of officially stopping something for a period of time |
| 21775 |
a six-month suspension of her driver's licence suspension the act of officially stopping something for a period of time |
| 21776 |
Beckham is back after a two-match suspension. suspension a punishment in which someone is removed from a team, job, or school for a short time |
| 21777 |
Sixty-four per cent of respondents reported side effects from the drug. respondent someone who answers questions, especially on a questionnaire (=a set of written questions) or for an opinion poll |
| 21778 |
a naval officer battle naval relating to or belonging to a country's navy |
| 21779 |
a monthly newsletter monthly happening or published once a month |
| 21780 |
the average monthly wage monthly relating to a single month |
| 21781 |
You can pay monthly or annually. monthly |
| 21782 |
a roaring log fire log a thick piece of wood cut from a tree |
| 21783 |
The system automatically logs all long-distance phone calls. log to make an official record of things that happen |
| 21784 |
After you've logged 20 hours' solo flying time, you can apply for a pilot's licence. log to travel for a particular number of hours or miles |
| 21785 |
She made a two-part documentary about the war in Kosovo. documentary documentary about on a film or television programme that deals with real people and events |
| 21786 |
a documentary on Italian football documentary a film or television programme that deals with real people and events |
| 21787 |
an advisory board committee panel advisory for the purpose of giving advice |
| 21788 |
She acted in an advisory role. advisory for the purpose of giving advice |
| 21789 |
She needs to improve her fitness. fitness the state of being physically healthy and strong |
| 21790 |
The striker is certain to pass his fitness test. fitness the state of being physically healthy and strong |
| 21791 |
There are questions as to his fitness for office. fitness fitness for how suitable someone or something is |
| 21792 |
The director has to monitor their fitness to hold a licence. fitness fitness to do something how suitable someone or something is |
| 21793 |
a blank sheet of paper blank blank paper or a blank space is empty and contains no writing or other marks |
| 21794 |
Write your name in the blank space at the top of the page. blank blank paper or a blank space is empty and contains no writing or other marks |
| 21795 |
The last three boxes should be left blank. blank blank paper or a blank space is empty and contains no writing or other marks |
| 21796 |
a blank tape disk video blank not containing any sound, pictures, or information |
| 21797 |
He was tired of staring at the four blank walls. blank a blank surface has nothing on it |
| 21798 |
He seemed to be staring at a blank television screen. blank a blank screen, for example on a computer, has no writing or images on it |
| 21799 |
Suddenly my computer screen went blank. blank a blank screen, for example on a computer, has no writing or images on it |
| 21800 |
His eyes were blank and he barely responded to us. blank showing no emotion or no sign of understanding something or recognizing someone |
| 21801 |
a blank look expression face blank showing no emotion or no sign of understanding something or recognizing someone |
| 21802 |
When he asked me her name, my mind just went blank. blank go blank if your mind goes blank, you are unable to remember something, especially when someone has asked you a question |
| 21803 |
I said hello, but she completely blanked me. blank to deliberately ignore someone, as if you have not seen or heard them |
| 21804 |
I totally blanked when it came to the written part of the exam. blank to unexpectedly be unable to remember something |
| 21805 |
Please put either a tick or an X in the blanks. blank an empty space on a piece of paper, for example on an official form, where you write something |
| 21806 |
an indirect approach to the problem indirect not the immediate result of something |
| 21807 |
Her promotion may have an indirect effect on the morale of other employees. indirect not the immediate result of something |
| 21808 |
There will be substantial indirect benefits to the population. indirect not the immediate result of something |
| 21809 |
The observation of black holes in space must rely on indirect methods. indirect not the immediate result of something |
| 21810 |
We took an indirect but scenic route through the mountains. indirect not using the shortest way |
| 21811 |
He made only indirect references to his opponent. indirect not communicated in a direct way |
| 21812 |
indirect assurances of continued support indirect not communicated in a direct way |
| 21813 |
ceramic vinyl tiles tile a flat square piece of baked clay or another substance used for covering a wall or a floor |
| 21814 |
a pro-democracy rally rally a public meeting that a lot of people go to in order to support someone or something or to protest against someone or something |
| 21815 |
a mass rally in support of the strike rally mass rally (=one that a lot of people go to) a public meeting that a lot of people go to in order to support someone or something or to protest against someone or something |
| 21816 |
Environmental groups held a rally in London last week. rally hold stage a rally (=make it happen) a public meeting that a lot of people go to in order to support someone or something or to protest against someone or something |
| 21817 |
the Paris–Dakar rally rally a car race on public roads or land |
| 21818 |
a rally driver rally a car race on public roads or land |
| 21819 |
There has been a sharp rally in the price of gold. rally an increase in the value of something after a period when its value has been low |
| 21820 |
Supporters have been quick to rally behind the team. rally rally behind to join other people in order to support someone or something when they are having problems |
| 21821 |
Parents rallied to the defence of the school. rally rally to someone's defence assistance support to join other people in order to support someone or something when they are having problems |
| 21822 |
Animal rights groups have rallied to the cause of this endangered species. rally rally to the cause (=join other people in order to support something specific) to join other people in order to support someone or something when they are having problems |
| 21823 |
A demonstration is planned to rally support for the workforce. rally rally support (for something) (=encourage people to support something) to join other people in order to support someone or something when they are having problems |
| 21824 |
World financial markets rallied after the announcement. rally if things such as prices rally, they increase after being low |
| 21825 |
She had showed no signs of rallying since the operation. rally if you rally, your health improves and you start to get better after being ill |
| 21826 |
Cleveland rallied late in the game to beat Detroit 5–4. rally if a player or team rallies, they improve and start to play well after playing badly |
| 21827 |
The story is a complex web of lies and deception. web web of a complicated set of related things, often considered to be dangerous or difficult to deal with |
| 21828 |
The band used the Web to promote its music. web the world wide web |
| 21829 |
a Web designer web the world wide web |
| 21830 |
There was a vein of humour in his remarks. vein vein of a supply or amount of a particular thing |
| 21831 |
He certainly has a rich vein of talent. vein a rich vein (=a large supply or amount) a supply or amount of a particular thing |
| 21832 |
He continued in this vein for a couple of minutes. vein a particular mood, style, or subject |
| 21833 |
Her second novel is a thriller, very much in the same vein as the first. vein in the same vein a particular mood, style, or subject |
| 21834 |
She tucked a strand of hair behind her ear. strand a single thin piece of something, for example wire, cotton, or hair |
| 21835 |
The reader's job is to unravel the strands of the mystery. strand one of the different aspects of something |
| 21836 |
There are many different strands within feminist thought. strand one of the different aspects of something |
| 21837 |
There were serious disturbances in the city last summer. disturbance an occasion on which people behave in a noisy or violent way in a public place |
| 21838 |
We have a lot to do today, so we don't want any disturbances. disturbance something that interrupts you and stops you from continuing what you were doing |
| 21839 |
We are concerned about disturbance to residents from the nightclub. disturbance the interruption of a pleasant, calm, or peaceful situation |
| 21840 |
Any disturbance of the sea bed would be disastrous for the fish. disturbance the act of making something move |
| 21841 |
emotional behavioural psychiatric disturbance disturbance a situation in which someone's mind or body develops a problem and stops operating in its usual way |
| 21842 |
I feel terrific today. terrific very good or interesting |
| 21843 |
Cindy has a terrific personality. terrific very good or interesting |
| 21844 |
That's terrific! terrific very good or interesting |
| 21845 |
a terrific bargain deal terrific very good or interesting |
| 21846 |
We seldom see each other any more. seldom not often |
| 21847 |
Seldom are the designs reproduced exactly as illustrated. seldom not often |
| 21848 |
Unemployment is likely to rise in the coming year. coming happening soon or next |
| 21849 |
the coming elections coming happening soon or next |
| 21850 |
the coming of spring coming the coming of the time when someone or something arrives or happens, especially something new |
| 21851 |
Shall I call you a cab? cab a taxi |
| 21852 |
Thunder roared and lightning flashed. flash to shine brightly for a very short time, or to shine on and off very quickly |
| 21853 |
His watch flashed in the sunlight. flash to shine brightly for a very short time, or to shine on and off very quickly |
| 21854 |
flashing neon signs flash to shine brightly for a very short time, or to shine on and off very quickly |
| 21855 |
A truck drove close behind me and flashed its headlights. flash to switch a bright light on, or on and off, especially as a signal |
| 21856 |
The faces of Hollywood's most glamorous stars flashed across the screen. flash flash across by on past to appear for a very short time and then quickly disappear |
| 21857 |
They flashed political slogans on the screen. flash flash something across on to something to communicate something very quickly and for a short time, for example a message, image, or look |
| 21858 |
Our nerves flash messages to the brain. flash to communicate something very quickly and for a short time, for example a message, image, or look |
| 21859 |
Ted flashed me a huge grin and looked away. flash flash someone something to communicate something very quickly and for a short time, for example a message, image, or look |
| 21860 |
The thought that I might die flashed through my mind. flash flash across through into if a thought flashes across your mind, it comes and goes very quickly |
| 21861 |
Traffic flashed past us in the other lane. flash to pass very quickly |
| 21862 |
The week seemed to flash by. flash to pass very quickly |
| 21863 |
a flash of lightning flash a bright light that appears for a very short time |
| 21864 |
The bomb exploded with a blinding flash. flash a bright light that appears for a very short time |
| 21865 |
The little bird swooped down with a flash of blue. flash a bright colour that you see for a very short time |
| 21866 |
It's a dull book but there are occasional flashes of insight. flash a flash of inspiration insight brilliance etc a sudden understanding or idea |
| 21867 |
a flash of anger humour panic flash flash of a sudden instance of a particular emotion |
| 21868 |
the flash of a knife flash the sudden appearance of an object for a very short time |
| 21869 |
Last year's 2.5 per cent growth was no flash in the pan. flash a flash in the pan someone or something that is popular or successful for a very short time only |
| 21870 |
She was at his side in a flash. flash in a flash like a flash quick as a flash very quickly |
| 21871 |
He drives around in a big flash car. flash expensive and new in a way that is intended to impress people |
| 21872 |
flash freezing flash involving a very quick process |
| 21873 |
a popular holiday destination destination the place where someone or something is going |
| 21874 |
According to Carla, they should reach their destination by about mid-afternoon. destination arrive at reach your destination the place where someone or something is going |
| 21875 |
destination shopping dining destination relating to a place, such as a shop or restaurant, that someone goes to after looking for it specially |
| 21876 |
a destination restaurant destination relating to a place, such as a shop or restaurant, that someone goes to after looking for it specially |
| 21877 |
Are you actively looking for work at the moment? actively with the aim of making something happen, rather than just hoping that it will |
| 21878 |
He's been actively involved in politics for 30 years. actively in a practical or enthusiastic way |
| 21879 |
She did not like her son's friends, but was not actively hostile to them. actively used for emphasis generally |
| 21880 |
He plonked the bottle on the table. plonk to put something down somewhere in a careless or noisy way |
| 21881 |
closed curtains closed if a door, window, lid etc is closed, it is covering an open area, passage, or hole |
| 21882 |
All the doors are closed and locked. closed if a door, window, lid etc is closed, it is covering an open area, passage, or hole |
| 21883 |
Keep your eyes tightly closed. closed tightly closed closed tight if a door, window, lid etc is closed, it is covering an open area, passage, or hole |
| 21884 |
All the shops were closed. closed not operating or doing business, especially for the night or weekend |
| 21885 |
This part of the museum is closed to the public. closed closed to not operating or doing business, especially for the night or weekend |
| 21886 |
Cases of this type are tried in a closed military court. closed held in private, with no journalists or members of the public allowed |
| 21887 |
The meeting was held in closed session. closed in closed session held in private, with no journalists or members of the public allowed |
| 21888 |
a closed society closed not willing to consider the ideas, opinions, or beliefs of other people or groups |
| 21889 |
You can't approach these kind of situations with a closed mind. closed not willing to consider the ideas, opinions, or beliefs of other people or groups |
| 21890 |
a closed question closed with a fixed or limited number of parts, members, or answers |
| 21891 |
The law is not a closed set of rules and principles. closed with a fixed or limited number of parts, members, or answers |
| 21892 |
a closed loop of wire closed forming a complete circle |
| 21893 |
Nobody knows what goes on in a family behind closed doors. closed behind closed doors in a place where other people cannot see or know what is happening |
| 21894 |
Modern art is a closed book to me. closed a closed book (to someone) someone or something that you do not know or understand anything about |
| 21895 |
the economic boom of the 1980s boom a sudden major increase in trade, profits etc in a particular country or region |
| 21896 |
boom years boom a sudden major increase in trade, profits etc in a particular country or region |
| 21897 |
an export investment house-building boom boom a similar increase in the activity of a particular industry or part of a country's economy |
| 21898 |
The island is experiencing a boom in tourism. boom boom in a similar increase in the activity of a particular industry or part of a country's economy |
| 21899 |
the aerobics boom of the 1980s boom a sudden increase in the popularity of something |
| 21900 |
the recent boom in all kinds of counselling and therapy boom boom in a sudden increase in the popularity of something |
| 21901 |
The housing market is booming. boom if a country, region, or industry is booming, it is experiencing a period of economic success, with a lot of trade and business activity |
| 21902 |
Interest in archaeology is booming. boom if an activity is booming, it is becoming very popular |
| 21903 |
Thunder boomed in the distance. boom to make a deep loud sound that continues for some time |
| 21904 |
A voice boomed out from the loudspeakers. boom boom out to make a deep loud sound that continues for some time |
| 21905 |
booming sales of computer software boom |
| 21906 |
his deep booming laugh boom |
| 21907 |
The game was dominated by a handful of players. handful a very small number of people or things |
| 21908 |
a handful of coins handful handful of the quantity of something that you can hold in your hand |
| 21909 |
Maria speaks remarkably good English. remarkably in a way that is unusual and surprises or impresses you |
| 21910 |
All the students did remarkably well in their exams this year. remarkably in a way that is unusual and surprises or impresses you |
| 21911 |
Remarkably, no one was seriously hurt in the accident. remarkably used for emphasizing how unusual and surprising or impressive something is |
| 21912 |
He would run up and down, shouting encouragement to the team. encouragement words or actions that give someone confidence or hope |
| 21913 |
We needed you there to offer words of encouragement. encouragement words or actions that give someone confidence or hope |
| 21914 |
financial encouragements to help mothers back to work encouragement words or actions that help something to happen |
| 21915 |
the encouragement of reading and literacy encouragement words or actions that help something to happen |
| 21916 |
After he spoke there was an awkward silence. awkward difficult to deal with and embarrassing |
| 21917 |
Luckily nobody asked any awkward questions about what he was doing there. awkward difficult to deal with and embarrassing |
| 21918 |
It's a bit awkward, because he's my friend but I'm still his boss. awkward difficult to deal with and embarrassing |
| 21919 |
He's just being awkward. awkward someone who is awkward is difficult to deal with or please, and causes problems, often deliberately |
| 21920 |
an awkward customer awkward someone who is awkward is difficult to deal with or please, and causes problems, often deliberately |
| 21921 |
The crates were much too heavy and awkward for one person to carry. awkward something that is awkward is difficult to move or use because of its shape or position |
| 21922 |
He stood there looking stiff and awkward in his uniform. awkward not comfortable, relaxed, or confident |
| 21923 |
She felt awkward about asking to borrow more money. awkward feel awkward about (doing) something not comfortable, relaxed, or confident |
| 21924 |
She had arranged all the furniture at awkward angles. awkward slightly wrong and not attractive or graceful |
| 21925 |
patients suffering from depression and low self-esteem self-esteem low high self-esteem (=not much a lot of this feeling) the feeling that you are as important as other people and that you deserve to be treated well |
| 21926 |
There are a few minor design defects. defect a fault in someone or something |
| 21927 |
genetic defects defect a fault in someone or something |
| 21928 |
Keep one cup of the liquid and throw away the surplus. surplus more of something than is necessary |
| 21929 |
Brussels has a surplus of hospital beds. surplus surplus of more of something than is necessary |
| 21930 |
Congress is debating whether to spend the budget surplus. surplus an amount of money or goods that is left because a country or business has more than it needs |
| 21931 |
Lose those surplus pounds with our new diet plan. surplus more than is needed |
| 21932 |
They should use the surplus cash to help people who need it. surplus more than is needed |
| 21933 |
Many very experienced workers have been told they are surplus to requirements. surplus be surplus to requirements to be no longer needed |
| 21934 |
a glass of colourless liquid liquid a substance that can flow, has no fixed shape, and is not a solid or a gas |
| 21935 |
The detergent is available as a powder or a liquid. liquid a substance that can flow, has no fixed shape, and is not a solid or a gas |
| 21936 |
liquid detergent liquid in the form of a liquid |
| 21937 |
The samples were frozen in liquid nitrogen. liquid in the form of a liquid |
| 21938 |
a highly liquid form of investment liquid easy to sell in order to get cash |
| 21939 |
The debt market was more liquid than the equity market. liquid involving things that can be sold and bought easily |
| 21940 |
He is keen to shed his 'bad-boy' image. shed to get rid of something that is not wanted or is no longer necessary |
| 21941 |
The company shed a further 250 jobs this month. shed shed jobs staff to get rid of something that is not wanted or is no longer necessary |
| 21942 |
You need to shed a few pounds. shed shed weight pounds to get rid of something that is not wanted or is no longer necessary |
| 21943 |
Deciduous trees shed their leaves each autumn. shed to let something fall off as part of a natural process |
| 21944 |
A snake was shedding its skin. shed to let something fall off as part of a natural process |
| 21945 |
The road was closed after a lorry shed its load. shed to lose something accidentally because it falls off |
| 21946 |
Too much blood has already been shed in this conflict. shed shed blood to cause death or injury |
| 21947 |
We won't be shedding any tears when he leaves. shed shed tears to cry, or to feel very sad |
| 21948 |
a bicycle coal shed shed a small building, usually made of wood, in which you store things |
| 21949 |
Their rejection of the peace plan raises the threat of a more general war. rejection a refusal to accept, approve, or support something |
| 21950 |
Approval or rejection of the project is up to the Italian cultural affairs minister. rejection a refusal to accept, approve, or support something |
| 21951 |
an outright rejection of authority rejection a refusal to accept, approve, or support something |
| 21952 |
Fear of rejection prevents many people from forming close relationships. rejection a refusal to show someone the love or kindness that they need or expect |
| 21953 |
Many of the counsellors have themselves experienced failure and rejection as children. rejection the feeling that someone does not love or want you |
| 21954 |
He has appealed for a halt to the fighting. halt halt to a temporary or permanent stop in a process |
| 21955 |
an unforeseen halt in road construction halt halt in a temporary or permanent stop in a process |
| 21956 |
Traffic was brought to a halt by the demonstration. halt bring something to a halt a temporary or permanent stop in movement |
| 21957 |
The taxi came to a halt outside his front door. halt come draw to a halt a temporary or permanent stop in movement |
| 21958 |
The bus rocked and skidded to a halt. halt skid screech shudder etc to a halt a temporary or permanent stop in movement |
| 21959 |
The referee decided to call a halt only twenty minutes into the match. halt call a halt (to something) to end something, often by a formal or official decision |
| 21960 |
Pattie finally called a halt to the relationship 18 months later. halt call a halt (to something) to end something, often by a formal or official decision |
| 21961 |
The guard shouted, 'Halt!' halt used for ordering someone to stand still or for ordering soldiers to stop marching |
| 21962 |
The search halted overnight, then resumed early Thursday morning. halt if you halt something, or if it halts, it does not continue or develop any further |
| 21963 |
The strike halted all international train traffic through Hungary. halt if you halt something, or if it halts, it does not continue or develop any further |
| 21964 |
The door was open, and she halted on the threshold. halt to stop moving, or to stop a person or vehicle from moving |
| 21965 |
The truck was halted by soldiers guarding the bridge. halt to stop moving, or to stop a person or vehicle from moving |
| 21966 |
the electronics industry electronics the science and technology that uses or produces electronic equipment |
| 21967 |
Weather can interfere with a car's electronics. electronics electronic equipment, or equipment with electronic parts |
| 21968 |
a car mechanic mechanic someone whose job is to repair vehicles and machines |
| 21969 |
the mechanics of investigative reporting mechanic mechanic of the way in which something works or is done |
| 21970 |
They appeared unaware of the contradictions in their argument. contradiction a difference in two or more statements, ideas, stories etc that makes it impossible for both or all of them to be true |
| 21971 |
He sees no contradiction between his religious beliefs and his membership of the party. contradiction contradiction between a difference in two or more statements, ideas, stories etc that makes it impossible for both or all of them to be true |
| 21972 |
Their short-term priorities are in direct contradiction to their long-term goals (=completely opposite to them). contradiction in direct contradiction to something a difference in two or more statements, ideas, stories etc that makes it impossible for both or all of them to be true |
| 21973 |
'Fair taxes', a contradiction in terms if ever there was one. contradiction a contradiction in terms a statement consisting of words that mean opposite things |
| 21974 |
I think I can say, without fear of contradiction, that tonight has been a real success. contradiction without fear of contradiction used for saying that you know no one will disagree with you |
| 21975 |
to cut file your nails nail the smooth hard part that grows over the ends of your fingers and toes |
| 21976 |
I've told you before not to bite your nails. nail the smooth hard part that grows over the ends of your fingers and toes |
| 21977 |
These job losses are the final nail in the region's coffin. nail a nail in the coffin one of a series of events or actions that seriously harm someone or something |
| 21978 |
Her comments about their relationship were right on the nail. nail correct |
| 21979 |
He nailed the 'No Smoking' sign to the wall. nail nail to across over together to fix one thing to another with a nail or nails |
| 21980 |
Boards had been nailed over the front door. nail to fix one thing to another with a nail or nails |
| 21981 |
The windows are nailed shut. nail nail something shut to fix one thing to another with a nail or nails |
| 21982 |
They finally nailed Capone for tax evasion. nail to prove that someone has done something wrong or illegal |
| 21983 |
I think we need to nail these lies about the deal. nail nail a rumour lie to show that something is not true |
| 21984 |
Do you eat pork? pork the meat from a pig |
| 21985 |
pork chops pork the meat from a pig |
| 21986 |
Concern for passenger safety has, up till now, been sadly lacking. lacking sadly distinctly noticeably lacking (=completely lacking) if something important or useful is lacking, it does not exist or is not available |
| 21987 |
She seems to be totally lacking in common sense. lacking lacking in if something important or useful is lacking, it does not exist or is not available |
| 21988 |
If someone needed first aid, would you be found lacking? lacking be found lacking (=be unable to do what is necessary or expected) if something important or useful is lacking, it does not exist or is not available |
| 21989 |
The jury found the doctor criminally negligent. negligent failing to give care or attention, especially when this causes harm or damage |
| 21990 |
a negligent gesture negligent relaxed and informal |
| 21991 |
years of colonial rule colonial relating to a system or period in which one country rules another |
| 21992 |
the colonial period era colonial relating to a system or period in which one country rules another |
| 21993 |
a primitive society tribe primitive at a very simple stage of development, before modern technology |
| 21994 |
primitive man life primitive relating to a very early stage in the development of humans, animals, or plants |
| 21995 |
primitive creatures like jellyfish and corals primitive relating to a very early stage in the development of humans, animals, or plants |
| 21996 |
primitive tools primitive very simple in design |
| 21997 |
a primitive camera primitive very simple in design |
| 21998 |
The conditions in the camp were fairly primitive. primitive old-fashioned, simple, and without modern features or comforts |
| 21999 |
a remote and primitive cottage in the mountains primitive old-fashioned, simple, and without modern features or comforts |
| 22000 |
a primitive instinct primitive natural and done or experienced without thinking |
| 22001 |
Whoever gets the job will be responsible for the annual budget. whoever someone or anyone who does a particular thing or is in a particular situation |
| 22002 |
A free gift will be given to whoever completes the questionnaire. whoever someone or anyone who does a particular thing or is in a particular situation |
| 22003 |
Whoever had killed Magnus had probably killed Dempster as well. whoever someone or anyone who does a particular thing or is in a particular situation |
| 22004 |
You may choose whoever you would like to represent you. whoever someone or anyone who does a particular thing or is in a particular situation |
| 22005 |
Whoever you ask, the answer is always the same. whoever used for saying that it does not matter who is involved in something because the result or the situation will be the same |
| 22006 |
Whoever's fault the accident might have been, it certainly wasn't mine. whoever used for saying that it does not matter who is involved in something because the result or the situation will be the same |
| 22007 |
Such a lovely girl! Whoever would want to kill her? whoever used for emphasizing 'who' in a question to show that you are surprised or shocked, or that you think something is unlikely |
| 22008 |
Whoever heard of a politician admitting he was wrong? whoever used for emphasizing 'who' in a question to show that you are surprised or shocked, or that you think something is unlikely |
| 22009 |
People always have to blame someone – the government, the police, or whoever. whoever ...or whoever or anyone else |
| 22010 |
'Come out of there, whoever you are,' she yelled. whoever whoever someone is used for referring to someone when you do not know who they are or what their name is |
| 22011 |
No one is safe until they catch this man, whoever he is. whoever whoever someone is used for referring to someone when you do not know who they are or what their name is |
| 22012 |
The cat settled on Christine's lap. lap on in someone's lap the top half of your legs above your knees when you sit down |
| 22013 |
He sat with his hands clasped in his lap. lap the top half of your legs above your knees when you sit down |
| 22014 |
The race is twelve laps of a seven-mile circuit. lap one complete turn around a course in a race |
| 22015 |
They caught a taxi for the next lap of their journey. lap a part of a long journey, especially after a stop |
| 22016 |
He put the matter off entirely, essentially dumping it in the lap of the incoming governor. lap drop dump something in someone's lap to make someone responsible for a job or a problem, without any warning |
| 22017 |
This was a deal that just fell into my lap. lap drop fall into land in someone's lap to suddenly happen or be given to someone without them having to make any effort |
| 22018 |
They live together in the lap of luxury in a beautiful Victorian mansion. lap in the lap of luxury in very comfortable and expensive conditions |
| 22019 |
The waves lapped gently against the rocks. lap if water laps something or laps against something, it moves against it gently with a soft sound |
| 22020 |
the sound of the sea lapping the shore lap if water laps something or laps against something, it moves against it gently with a soft sound |
| 22021 |
Time is our most valuable commodity. commodity something that is useful or necessary |
| 22022 |
He was sentenced to four months' imprisonment for possession of cocaine. imprisonment the punishment of being put into prison. The punishment of life imprisonment means that someone will be kept in prison for many years, possibly until they die |
| 22023 |
the courts' increased use of imprisonment imprisonment the punishment of being put into prison. The punishment of life imprisonment means that someone will be kept in prison for many years, possibly until they die |
| 22024 |
The arrivals of the boat and the train are supposed to coincide. coincide to happen at the same time as something else |
| 22025 |
The statement was timed to coincide with the General's return to Algiers. coincide coincide with to happen at the same time as something else |
| 22026 |
Our views on this issue coincide closely with those of the British government. coincide coincide with if ideas or opinions coincide, they agree with each other |
| 22027 |
You're not being very sympathetic. sympathetic kind to someone who has a problem and willing to understand how they feel |
| 22028 |
Jill was a sympathetic listener. sympathetic kind to someone who has a problem and willing to understand how they feel |
| 22029 |
Skokov was considered sympathetic to the nationalist cause. sympathetic sympathetic to towards supporting a plan, action, or person |
| 22030 |
If you need a sympathetic ear, I'm available. sympathetic a sympathetic ear someone who is willing to listen to someone else's problems |
| 22031 |
The committee would consider this type of request sympathetically. sympathetic |
| 22032 |
hydrogen carbon oxygen atoms atom the smallest unit of any substance. It consists of a nucleus made of protons and neutrons with electrons travelling around it |
| 22033 |
He hasn't an atom of sense. atom a very small amount of something |
| 22034 |
The shop windows were lit invitingly, tempting the late shoppers. tempt to make you want to do or to have something, especially something that is not good for you |
| 22035 |
'Do you want another drink?' 'I'm tempted.' tempt to make you want to do or to have something, especially something that is not good for you |
| 22036 |
Don't be tempted to spend too much. tempt be tempted to do something to make you want to do or to have something, especially something that is not good for you |
| 22037 |
You try to tempt the defender into making a tackle. tempt tempt someone into (doing) something to make you want to do or to have something, especially something that is not good for you |
| 22038 |
I was sorely (=strongly) tempted to hit him. tempt used about something that is wrong or dangerous |
| 22039 |
Unemployment undoubtedly increases the number of those tempted into crime. tempt used about something that is wrong or dangerous |
| 22040 |
The programmes are designed to tempt young people into engineering. tempt used about something that is good or attractive |
| 22041 |
Jesus was tempted by the Devil. tempt to try to persuade someone to do something wrong by offering them a reward if they do it |
| 22042 |
I'm tempted to call the police. tempt I'm tempted I'd be tempted to do something used as a polite way of saying what you want to do, or what you think should be done |
| 22043 |
I'd be tempted to put the title in bigger letters. tempt I'm tempted I'd be tempted to do something used as a polite way of saying what you want to do, or what you think should be done |
| 22044 |
Don't tempt fate by saying we can win. tempt tempt fate providence to say or to do something that may cause problems, or to cause your good luck to end |
| 22045 |
I think he looks pretty sexy in jeans. sexy sexually attractive |
| 22046 |
a sexy sweater dress outfit sexy causing feelings of sexual excitement |
| 22047 |
Wearing silk makes me feel very sexy. sexy feel sexy feeling excited or attractive in a sexual way |
| 22048 |
Her political message isn't very sexy. sexy fashionable, or exciting |
| 22049 |
economic trade international sanctions sanction an official order to stop communication, trade, etc with a country that has broken international law |
| 22050 |
The Council wanted to impose sanctions against the countries involved in the dispute. sanction impose sanctions against on (=start to use sanctions) an official order to stop communication, trade, etc with a country that has broken international law |
| 22051 |
Talks continue over the conditions for lifting sanctions. sanction lift sanctions (=stop using sanctions) an official order to stop communication, trade, etc with a country that has broken international law |
| 22052 |
War was declared without the sanction of parliament. sanction official permission for taking action |
| 22053 |
Only the medical council can apply a sanction against a doctor. sanction a threat to punish someone for breaking a rule |
| 22054 |
We had little option but to sanction postponement of the match. sanction to give official approval or permission for an action |
| 22055 |
Mayor Dixon praised the efforts of those involved in the rescue. praise to express strong approval or admiration for someone or something, especially in public |
| 22056 |
The painting of St Basil's Cathedral was highly praised. praise highly praise to express strong approval or admiration for someone or something, especially in public |
| 22057 |
He praised the staff for encouraging the artistic talents of the prisoners. praise praise someone for (doing) something to express strong approval or admiration for someone or something, especially in public |
| 22058 |
'Let us praise the Lord!' praise to worship God with words or music |
| 22059 |
Give your child plenty of praise and encouragement. praise an expression of strong approval or admiration |
| 22060 |
Christina and Sara won the praise of hospital staff for their bravery. praise win earn deserve praise an expression of strong approval or admiration |
| 22061 |
Guests were full of praise for the food. praise be full of praise for an expression of strong approval or admiration |
| 22062 |
Everyone involved deserves the highest praise. praise high praise (=a lot of praise) an expression of strong approval or admiration |
| 22063 |
a poem in praise of London praise in praise of an expression of strong approval or admiration |
| 22064 |
a service of praise and thanksgiving praise words or music worshipping God |
| 22065 |
Reaction to the plan has been generally favourable. favourable showing that someone likes or approves of someone or something |
| 22066 |
The documentary did not portray him in a favourable light. favourable in a favourable light showing that someone likes or approves of someone or something |
| 22067 |
Most senior staff were favourable to the idea. favourable favourable to showing that someone likes or approves of someone or something |
| 22068 |
They decided to delay the trip until conditions were more favourable. favourable giving someone or something an advantage or a benefit |
| 22069 |
Part-time workers should not receive less favourable treatment than full-timers. favourable giving someone or something an advantage or a benefit |
| 22070 |
Government policies were overwhelmingly favourable to employers. favourable favourable to giving someone or something an advantage or a benefit |
| 22071 |
We are offering very favourable terms to our regular customers. favourable favourable terms a favourable price is cheap or reasonable |
| 22072 |
a favourable weather forecast favourable showing that something good is likely to happen |
| 22073 |
Analysts said the outlook was favourable after stock markets closed on Friday. favourable showing that something good is likely to happen |
| 22074 |
We are hoping for a favourable reply from the committee. favourable giving agreement to something |
| 22075 |
American reviewers have compared him favourably with John Irving. favourable |
| 22076 |
salt dissolves in water dissolve dissolve in if a solid substance dissolves in a liquid, it is mixed into the liquid so that it becomes included in it |
| 22077 |
Dissolve the sugar in one tablespoon of water over a low heat. dissolve dissolve something in something to mix a solid substance into a liquid so that it becomes included in it |
| 22078 |
The Soviet Union was dissolved in 1991. dissolve if a group or organization dissolves, or if someone dissolves it, it stops existing |
| 22079 |
Their marriage was dissolved in 1938. dissolve to officially end a marriage or other legal agreement |
| 22080 |
After four days, her hopes of finding Ben began to dissolve. dissolve to disappear or stop existing, or to make a feeling or other thing disappear or stop existing |
| 22081 |
The hotel is ideally located for visiting the city and the surrounding area. surrounding near or all around a place |
| 22082 |
chicken tomato potato soup soup a liquid food that is made by cooking meat, fish, vegetables etc with water or milk |
| 22083 |
a bowl tin of soup soup a liquid food that is made by cooking meat, fish, vegetables etc with water or milk |
| 22084 |
a spike in the oil price spike a sudden increase in something |
| 22085 |
Their stock prices spiked on news of the merger. spike to increase suddenly |
| 22086 |
The plane touched down in Sydney at midday. touch down if an aircraft or space vehicle touches down, it lands |
| 22087 |
Jerry hummed softly to himself. hum to make musical sounds with your lips closed |
| 22088 |
If you don't know the words, just hum the tune. hum to make musical sounds with your lips closed |
| 22089 |
The fridge hummed in the kitchen. hum to make a low continuous sound |
| 22090 |
The whole stadium was humming with excitement. hum if a place is humming, it is full of noise and activity |
| 22091 |
This room is mainly utilized for training purposes. utilize to use something |
| 22092 |
What criteria do you utilize in selecting employees? utilize to use something |
| 22093 |
The number of abortions performed each year is dropping. abortion a medical operation in which a developing baby is removed from a woman's body so that it is not born alive |
| 22094 |
She had an abortion when she was 15 years old. abortion have an abortion a medical operation in which a developing baby is removed from a woman's body so that it is not born alive |
| 22095 |
society's attitude to abortion abortion the practice of performing abortions, as a social or political issue |
| 22096 |
She grasped his hand and pulled him towards her. grasp to take and hold something or someone very tightly |
| 22097 |
He grasped her firmly by the shoulders. grasp grasp someone by the shoulders arm wrist etc to take and hold something or someone very tightly |
| 22098 |
He was finding it difficult to grasp the rules of the game. grasp to understand something |
| 22099 |
You should try to grasp the meaning of whole sentences. grasp grasp the meaning significance of something to understand something |
| 22100 |
Charlie grasped the point at once. grasp grasp a concept principle point to understand something |
| 22101 |
We must grasp every opportunity if we are going to succeed. grasp to take advantage of an opportunity when it happens |
| 22102 |
He had failed to grasp his one chance of happiness. grasp to take advantage of an opportunity when it happens |
| 22103 |
The government has no grasp of their suffering. grasp have get a grasp of something the ability to understand something |
| 22104 |
She has a good grasp of English. grasp a good firm poor grasp of something the ability to understand something |
| 22105 |
The tasks were beyond the intellectual grasp of many pupils. grasp be beyond someone's grasp (=be impossible for someone to understand) the ability to understand something |
| 22106 |
Victory was now within their grasp. grasp within in someone's grasp the ability to achieve something |
| 22107 |
Peace was not completely beyond his grasp. grasp beyond out of someone's grasp the ability to achieve something |
| 22108 |
Just when the game seemed to be slipping from their grasp, they scored a vital goal. grasp slip from someone's grasp (=become impossible for someone to achieve) the ability to achieve something |
| 22109 |
Suddenly he broke free from her grasp. grasp a very tight hold of someone or something |
| 22110 |
He kept the reins of power firmly in his grasp. grasp power that someone has over someone or something |
| 22111 |
The parents have joint custody of their children (=both parents will look after the children). custody the legal right to look after a child |
| 22112 |
The girl's father was awarded sole custody. custody the legal right to look after a child |
| 22113 |
One of the men detained is still in custody. custody be in custody a situation in which someone is kept in prison until they go to court for trial |
| 22114 |
Suspects can be kept in police custody for up to 48 hours. custody hold keep someone in custody a situation in which someone is kept in prison until they go to court for trial |
| 22115 |
The suspect had been taken into custody and was being questioned. custody take someone into custody a situation in which someone is kept in prison until they go to court for trial |
| 22116 |
The files in question are in the custody of the FBI. custody in someone's custody the protection or care of someone or something |
| 22117 |
hair shower gel gel a sticky substance that is used in products for the hair and skin |
| 22118 |
We gelled as a group, right away. gel when a group gels, the people in it start to form a good relationship with each other or start working together effectively |
| 22119 |
Even journalists succumbed to Roosevelt's easy charm. charm a personal quality that attracts people to you and makes them like you |
| 22120 |
She is a woman of great personal charm. charm great considerable immense charm a personal quality that attracts people to you and makes them like you |
| 22121 |
They were reluctant to let us in until Sue turned on the charm. charm turn on the charm (=use it to influence someone or achieve something) a personal quality that attracts people to you and makes them like you |
| 22122 |
Visitors are delighted by the village's more rustic charms. charm pleasant or attractive qualities or features |
| 22123 |
The place held no charms for me – it was bare and isolated. charm pleasant or attractive qualities or features |
| 22124 |
The building has been modernized but retains its traditional charm. charm the quality of being pleasant or attractive |
| 22125 |
a classic children's tale that has lost none of its charm charm the quality of being pleasant or attractive |
| 22126 |
a good-luck charm charm something that people believe brings them luck |
| 22127 |
a gold charm charm a small object worn on a piece of jewellery |
| 22128 |
a charm bracelet charm a small object worn on a piece of jewellery |
| 22129 |
The children clearly charmed the audience with their enthusiastic singing. charm to give someone pleasure or enjoyment |
| 22130 |
She was charmed by Henry's thoughtfulness. charm to give someone pleasure or enjoyment |
| 22131 |
He was able to charm my mother into helping him financially. charm to deliberately make someone like you so that they do what you want them to do |
| 22132 |
I'm sure we could offer you some short-term employment. short-term lasting for a short period of time |
| 22133 |
a short-term solution short-term lasting for a short period of time |
| 22134 |
short-term loans short-term relating to a short period of time |
| 22135 |
He was still wrestling with his inner demons. demon inner demons things that worry someone or make them unhappy |
| 22136 |
She's a demon at chess. demon someone who is extremely good at something |
| 22137 |
Power stations are increasingly located outside metropolitan areas. metropolitan belonging to a big city, or typical of big cities |
| 22138 |
trying to close the widening gulf between the rich and the poor gulf a large and important difference between people or groups |
| 22139 |
the Persian Gulf gulf a large area of sea that is almost surrounded by land |
| 22140 |
the warm waters of the Gulf of Thailand gulf a large area of sea that is almost surrounded by land |
| 22141 |
the Gulf states gulf the Persian Gulf |
| 22142 |
the Gulf War gulf the Persian Gulf |
| 22143 |
Jim put his arm round Carmen's waist. waist the middle part of the human body that is usually narrower than the parts above and below |
| 22144 |
Marie wore a wide black leather belt round her waist. waist the middle part of the human body that is usually narrower than the parts above and below |
| 22145 |
The accident left Margaret paralysed from the waist down. waist from the waist down up the middle part of the human body that is usually narrower than the parts above and below |
| 22146 |
a pair of trousers with an elasticated waist waist the part of a piece of clothing that covers the middle part of your body |
| 22147 |
The Party is committed to sexual and racial equality. equality the state of being equal, especially in having the same rights, status, and opportunities |
| 22148 |
Countless people have died trying to achieve basic equality for women. equality the state of being equal, especially in having the same rights, status, and opportunities |
| 22149 |
equality between husband and wife equality equality between the state of being equal, especially in having the same rights, status, and opportunities |
| 22150 |
Young men sought equality with their elders. equality equality with the state of being equal, especially in having the same rights, status, and opportunities |
| 22151 |
They say they want to cut taxes, improve education, blah, blah, blah. blah blah, blah, blah used for completing a sentence when you do not have to be definite or when the subject is boring |
| 22152 |
a floral tribute (=flowers that you send to a funeral) tribute something that you do, say, or build to show that you respect and admire someone or something |
| 22153 |
They showed the programme as a tribute to the two men. tribute tribute to something that you do, say, or build to show that you respect and admire someone or something |
| 22154 |
The group named themselves in tribute to the 1970s' tennis star. tribute in tribute to someone something something that you do, say, or build to show that you respect and admire someone or something |
| 22155 |
This year's success is a tribute to all your hard work. tribute be a tribute to used for saying that something good proves how good someone or something else is |
| 22156 |
The town paid tribute to the firefighters who died in the fire. tribute pay tribute to to praise someone or something publicly |
| 22157 |
her proud bearing bearing the particular way in which someone stands, moves, or behaves |
| 22158 |
It took her a moment to get her bearings in the dark. bearing get find your bearings to find out where you are and where other things are |
| 22159 |
His private life has no bearing on his competence as a manager. bearing have some no bearing on something to be relevant not relevant to something, or to have an influence no influence on it |
| 22160 |
I lost my bearings and ended up at the entrance again. bearing lose your bearings to become confused about where you are and where other things are |
| 22161 |
They bought the paintings at auction in 1989. auction at auction a public occasion when things are sold to the people who offer the most money for them |
| 22162 |
The house is now up for auction. auction up for auction (=being sold at an auction) a public occasion when things are sold to the people who offer the most money for them |
| 22163 |
Internet auction sites auction connected with an auction or bought at an auction |
| 22164 |
Six examples of his work will be auctioned for charity tomorrow night. auction to sell something at an auction |
| 22165 |
Some of the land was auctioned off last year. auction auction off to sell something at an auction |
| 22166 |
This latest scandal will undoubtedly have affected his standing with his colleagues. standing the status or reputation that someone or something has |
| 22167 |
We are delighted to be working with a company of such high standing. standing of high great considerable etc standing the status or reputation that someone or something has |
| 22168 |
a research centre of international standing standing the status or reputation that someone or something has |
| 22169 |
People's jobs are an important measure of social standing. standing used about people's social status |
| 22170 |
The owner of this house would have been a man of standing in Roman society. standing used about people's social status |
| 22171 |
The president's current high standing is not likely to last. standing someone's success or status as measured in numbers, for example in an opinion poll |
| 22172 |
a Liverpool supporter of over 40 years' standing standing of many five ten etc years' standing used for saying how long something has been happening |
| 22173 |
a friend of long standing standing of long standing used for saying how long something has been happening |
| 22174 |
We've got a standing invitation to stay with Jen and Mike whenever we want. standing standing invitation always existing |
| 22175 |
a standing jump standing done from a position in which you are standing on both feet |
| 22176 |
The 5,000 metres begins from a standing start. standing done from a position in which you are standing on both feet |
| 22177 |
the rolling hills of England rolling rolling land has gentle slopes continuing for a long distance |
| 22178 |
rolling waves rolling used for describing large areas of water |
| 22179 |
a rolling programme of maintenance work rolling continuing in a series of stages |
| 22180 |
A car sounded its horn at me. horn sound honk beep your horn the object in a car or other vehicle that makes a loud warning noise when you press it |
| 22181 |
the French horn horn a musical instrument consisting of a tube that is wide at one end and that you play by blowing into the narrow end |
| 22182 |
My little brother always horns in when I'm with my friends. horn horn in to try to become involved in something that other people do not want you to be involved in |
| 22183 |
Don't talk about the deal around Chuck, or he'll try to horn in on it. horn horn in on to try to become involved in something that other people do not want you to be involved in |
| 22184 |
The play had comic moments. comic funny |
| 22185 |
a comic actor comic relating to comedy |
| 22186 |
a three-part adventure serial for children serial a story that is broadcast or published in a series of separate parts |
| 22187 |
serial murders serial used for describing criminals or crimes |
| 22188 |
a serial flirt serial used for describing a person or their behaviour, often in a humorous way |
| 22189 |
Several of Dickens's novels were originally published in serial form. serial arranged in a series, or forming part of a series |
| 22190 |
The election of the mayor was usually a popular occasion. mayor the most important elected official in a town or city |
| 22191 |
Ken Livingstone, the Mayor of London mayor the most important elected official in a town or city |
| 22192 |
mayoral candidate nomination election mayor |
| 22193 |
a reduced-price ticket booth specializing in West End musicals booth a small enclosed space where you can buy things, look at things, or use a service |
| 22194 |
an integrated distribution system for the South East integrated combining things, people, or ideas of different types in one effective unit, group, or system |
| 22195 |
a modern, integrated approach to learning integrated combining things, people, or ideas of different types in one effective unit, group, or system |
| 22196 |
They operate as a fully integrated team. integrated fully highly totally integrated combining things, people, or ideas of different types in one effective unit, group, or system |
| 22197 |
integrated schools integrated able to be used or shared by people of all races |
| 22198 |
Each person must vote according to his or her own conscience. conscience the ideas and feelings you have that tell you whether something you are doing is right or wrong |
| 22199 |
The decision must be a matter of individual conscience. conscience the ideas and feelings you have that tell you whether something you are doing is right or wrong |
| 22200 |
It's hard to imagine how people live with a guilty conscience. conscience guilty conscience (=a bad feeling because you have done something wrong) the ideas and feelings you have that tell you whether something you are doing is right or wrong |
| 22201 |
We want to leave with a clear conscience, knowing we did the job right. conscience clear conscience (=the knowledge that you have done nothing wrong) the ideas and feelings you have that tell you whether something you are doing is right or wrong |
| 22202 |
After a night of wrestling with his conscience, he decided to go to the police. conscience struggle wrestle with your conscience the ideas and feelings you have that tell you whether something you are doing is right or wrong |
| 22203 |
People give a few pounds to charity in order to ease their consciences. conscience ease someone's conscience the ideas and feelings you have that tell you whether something you are doing is right or wrong |
| 22204 |
Discrimination is a problem that's been troubling America's social conscience for years. conscience the ideas and principles of moral behaviour that the members of a community or group share |
| 22205 |
I cannot in all conscience cast my vote against the defendant. conscience in (all) good conscience in all conscience used for talking about what you believe to be fair or right |
| 22206 |
He will always have her death on his conscience. conscience on your conscience causing you to feel guilty |
| 22207 |
The lawyers are preparing for the trial, which commences in 30 days. commence to begin, or to begin something |
| 22208 |
In 1993 the company commenced drilling on the property. commence to begin, or to begin something |
| 22209 |
Arranging the peace talks was a remarkable accomplishment. accomplishment something difficult that you succeed in doing, especially after working hard over a period of time |
| 22210 |
Nursing gave her a sense of accomplishment. accomplishment something difficult that you succeed in doing, especially after working hard over a period of time |
| 22211 |
an entry exit tourist visa visa an official document or mark in your passport that allows you to enter or leave a country for a specific purpose or period of time |
| 22212 |
The UK recently denied visas to two suspected terrorists. visa an official document or mark in your passport that allows you to enter or leave a country for a specific purpose or period of time |
| 22213 |
The child was taken to hospital but was later discharged. discharge to be officially allowed or forced to leave an institution such as a hospital, a prison, or the army |
| 22214 |
After he was discharged from the army, he had intended to return to the world of teaching. discharge discharge someone from something to be officially allowed or forced to leave an institution such as a hospital, a prison, or the army |
| 22215 |
Baker was discharged after the evidence against her was found to be flawed. discharge if someone who has been accused of a crime is discharged, they are judged to be not guilty and officially allowed to leave prison or a court of law |
| 22216 |
Judge Richard Groves discharged the jury after it had failed to reach a verdict. discharge to allow or force someone to leave an official job or position |
| 22217 |
Mr Givens was discharged from the committee and replaced by Mr Benton. discharge to allow or force someone to leave an official job or position |
| 22218 |
Many cities discharge their sewage into the sea without treating it at all. discharge to allow liquid or gas to leave a place, especially when this has harmful effects |
| 22219 |
The mercury had been discharged from a local chemical plant. discharge to allow liquid or gas to leave a place, especially when this has harmful effects |
| 22220 |
He died owing the bank 10,000, and his widow was unable to discharge the debt. discharge discharge a debt to pay what you owe to someone |
| 22221 |
Many patients require ongoing care after discharge from hospital. discharge discharge from a situation in which someone is allowed to leave an institution such as a hospital, a prison, or the army |
| 22222 |
Jack was given an early discharge from the army after being severely wounded in battle. discharge a situation in which someone is allowed to leave an institution such as a hospital, a prison, or the army |
| 22223 |
The authorities are particularly concerned about discharges from nuclear power stations. discharge discharge from liquid or gas that comes out of a place, or the process of coming out into water or the air |
| 22224 |
a discharge of oil into the River Tees discharge discharge of liquid or gas that comes out of a place, or the process of coming out into water or the air |
| 22225 |
a vaginal nasal discharge discharge a liquid that comes out from a part of someone's body when they are ill |
| 22226 |
You will be responsible for the efficient discharge of your duties. discharge the act of performing a duty or responsibility |
| 22227 |
The roof tiles need to overlap a little more. overlap if two objects overlap, or if one overlaps the other, the edge of one fits over the edge of the other |
| 22228 |
The geology and geography courses tend to overlap. overlap if subjects overlap, or if one overlaps the other, some aspects are shared by more than one subject |
| 22229 |
a profound change in the climate of the Earth profound very great |
| 22230 |
The difference between the beginners and the intermediate class was profound. profound very great |
| 22231 |
This is a scientific discovery of profound significance. profound very great |
| 22232 |
My grandfather's death had a profound effect on my father. profound a profound effect influence impact very great |
| 22233 |
Most of the divorced parents we interviewed said they had experienced guilt and a profound sense of failure. profound used about very strong feelings, especially negative ones |
| 22234 |
Kafka's profound insights into human experience profound showing serious thought and wise ideas |
| 22235 |
profound questions profound needing serious thought or study |
| 22236 |
profound deafness profound very severe |
| 22237 |
She was profoundly influenced by Schulz. profound |
| 22238 |
Can you take over the cooking while I walk the dog? take over to begin to do something that someone else was doing |
| 22239 |
I'll take over from you for a moment. take over take (something) over from someone to begin to do something that someone else was doing |
| 22240 |
Jane took over as director after Richard retired. take over take over as something to begin to do something that someone else was doing |
| 22241 |
IBM is taking over the smaller company. take over to take control of something |
| 22242 |
Gibraltar was taken over by Spain in 1462. take over to take control of something |
| 22243 |
It's an insane situation that I can't see any way out of. insane very stupid or crazy, especially in a way that is likely to cause serious problems, harm, or injury |
| 22244 |
You'd be totally insane to see him again. insane be insane to do something very stupid or crazy, especially in a way that is likely to cause serious problems, harm, or injury |
| 22245 |
He was certified insane in 1998. insane certify declare someone insane suffering from very severe mental illness so that you cannot be considered legally responsible for your actions |
| 22246 |
insanely jealous insane |
| 22247 |
Serb Kazakh Zulu nationalists nationalist someone who believes that their group, state, or nation should be independent |
| 22248 |
The right-wing nationalists won 43 seats. nationalist someone who feels that their nation's interests should be considered as more important than those of other nations |
| 22249 |
a nationalist movement leader nationalist trying to achieve political independence for a particular group, state, or nation |
| 22250 |
a nationalist administration politician party nationalist believing that your nation's interests should be considered to be more important than those of other nations |
| 22251 |
a fortnight away from home fortnight a period of two weeks |
| 22252 |
a fortnight's holiday fortnight a period of two weeks |
| 22253 |
I see her once a fortnight. fortnight once a fortnight (=every two weeks) a period of two weeks |
| 22254 |
a herd (=large group) of African elephants elephant a very large wild animal that lives in Africa and Asia. It has thick grey skin and a very long nose called a trunk |
| 22255 |
Radio towers spoilt the view. spoil to affect something in a way that makes it worse, less attractive, or less enjoyable |
| 22256 |
The whole show was spoiled by the lack of decent actors. spoil to affect something in a way that makes it worse, less attractive, or less enjoyable |
| 22257 |
I really hope it doesn't rain – that would spoil everything. spoil to affect something in a way that makes it worse, less attractive, or less enjoyable |
| 22258 |
Stop saying yes all the time – you're spoiling her. spoil to always allow a child to have or do everything that they want, so that they learn to think only of themselves |
| 22259 |
We'd better eat the fish before it spoils. spoil if food spoils, it starts to decay, so that you cannot eat it |
| 22260 |
It's Mother's Day – let them spoil you a little! spoil to treat someone with a lot of care and kindness |
| 22261 |
We were spoiled by all the great restaurants we had to choose from in London – it's not quite the same here. spoil be spoiled by something to have or be able to use something that is special or unusual, so that you wish you still had it when it is not there any longer |
| 22262 |
A shoulder injury spoiled his chances of victory in the finals. spoil spoil someone's chances to make it impossible for someone to achieve something that they could have achieved fairly easily |
| 22263 |
The police ignored her pleas for help. plea plea for an urgent or emotional request for something |
| 22264 |
The boy's parents have made an emotional plea for him to come home. plea make a plea an urgent or emotional request for something |
| 22265 |
a guilty not guilty plea plea a statement that someone makes in a court of law to say whether they are guilty of a crime or not |
| 22266 |
He entered a plea of not guilty to charges of manslaughter. plea enter a plea of something a statement that someone makes in a court of law to say whether they are guilty of a crime or not |
| 22267 |
The curtains fluttered gently in the breeze. breeze a light wind |
| 22268 |
a gentle light slight breeze breeze a light wind |
| 22269 |
a fresh stiff strong breeze breeze a light wind |
| 22270 |
Everyone thought the test was a breeze. breeze be a breeze to be extremely easy |
| 22271 |
He breezed into the meeting and took charge. breeze breeze into out by to go somewhere in a confident way, especially when you do not seem to care what other people think |
| 22272 |
She breezed by without saying a word. breeze to go somewhere in a confident way, especially when you do not seem to care what other people think |
| 22273 |
She shoved the dress into the case and zipped it shut. zip zip something open shut to close or open something that has a zip |
| 22274 |
The car zipped past at 100 mph. zip zip around down along etc to move very quickly, or to make something move very quickly |
| 22275 |
crime prevention projects prevention the act of preventing something, or things that people do in order to prevent something |
| 22276 |
The study is working towards the prevention of cancer. prevention prevention of the act of preventing something, or things that people do in order to prevent something |
| 22277 |
Some people need to take vitamin and mineral supplements. mineral a natural substance in some foods that you need for good health, for example iron and calcium |
| 22278 |
dental health dental relating to teeth |
| 22279 |
a keen marathon runner runner someone who runs for pleasure or as a sport |
| 22280 |
a list of runners and riders runner a person or animal that runs in a race |
| 22281 |
a strawberry runner runner a stem that grows along the ground and has a new plant growing on it |
| 22282 |
You look fabulous. fabulous extremely good |
| 22283 |
a fabulous opportunity fabulous extremely good |
| 22284 |
fabulous wealth fabulous very large or great |
| 22285 |
His tie was held in place with a small diamond pin. pin a thin pointed piece of metal worn on your clothes as jewellery or worn to hold something in place |
| 22286 |
Steel pins held the handles in position. pin a thin piece of metal or wood, used especially to hold things together |
| 22287 |
a three-pin plug pin one of the metal parts of an electrical plug that fits into the wall |
| 22288 |
She's still a bit shaky on her pins. pin someone's legs |
| 22289 |
As the audience waited for him to speak, you could have heard a pin drop. pin you could hear a pin drop used for emphasizing how quiet a place is when no one is talking |
| 22290 |
Lucy pinned back her hair and began to put on her makeup. pin to fasten something, or to hold it in place using pins |
| 22291 |
Maps were pinned to the walls. pin pin something to something to fasten something, or to hold it in place using pins |
| 22292 |
She pinned the brooch on her dress. pin pin something on something to fasten something, or to hold it in place using pins |
| 22293 |
He had my shoulders pinned to the floor. pin pin someone to against on something to hold someone very firmly so that they cannot move |
| 22294 |
Two heavily built men pinned him against the wall. pin to hold someone very firmly so that they cannot move |
| 22295 |
She had a reputation for honesty and personal integrity. integrity the quality of always behaving according to the moral principles that you believe in, so that people respect and trust you |
| 22296 |
I trust we as a nation will maintain our integrity and influence. integrity maintain preserve your integrity the quality of always behaving according to the moral principles that you believe in, so that people respect and trust you |
| 22297 |
Nobody could question the government's integrity on this issue. integrity question doubt someone's integrity the quality of always behaving according to the moral principles that you believe in, so that people respect and trust you |
| 22298 |
These guidelines do not compromise the professional integrity of teachers. integrity professional artistic political integrity the quality of behaving according to the rules and standards of your job or profession |
| 22299 |
an obligation to defend the new state's territorial integrity integrity the quality of being complete or whole, without any missing parts |
| 22300 |
The accuracy of the analysis depends on the integrity of the data supplied. integrity the quality of being in a good condition, without any damage or mistakes |
| 22301 |
instructional videos books instructional intended or used for teaching people about something |
| 22302 |
I have no desire to trek up that hill another time. trek to walk somewhere slowly and with no enthusiasm, for example because you are tired |
| 22303 |
He had trekked across South Africa. trek to go on a long and difficult journey on foot. Some people go on holiday to do this |
| 22304 |
She's going trekking in New Zealand. trek to go on a long and difficult journey on foot. Some people go on holiday to do this |
| 22305 |
It was a lonely trek back to my flat. trek a walk that seems long and difficult |
| 22306 |
Reg became ill in July 1994 and died shortly thereafter. thereafter after a particular time that has been mentioned |
| 22307 |
Supermarkets are trying to woo customers by cutting prices. woo to try to persuade people to support you or to buy something from you, especially by saying and doing nice things |
| 22308 |
The party is clearly trying to woo women voters. woo to try to persuade people to support you or to buy something from you, especially by saying and doing nice things |
| 22309 |
a rigid class system rigid not easily changed |
| 22310 |
rigid control over behaviour rigid done or applied in a strict and unreasonable way |
| 22311 |
rigid discipline rigid done or applied in a strict and unreasonable way |
| 22312 |
The door is made from galvanized steel with a rigid frame. rigid stiff, hard, and difficult to bend or move |
| 22313 |
Both sides have remained rigid in their resolve. rigid not willing to change your ideas, attitudes, opinions etc |
| 22314 |
I only had one chance – this was live television – and I was absolutely rigid with fear. rigid unable to move because of a strong emotion such as fear or anger |
| 22315 |
Portuguese history Portuguese relating to Portugal, or its language or culture |
| 22316 |
Mosquito larvae are hatching in the pond. hatch if a baby bird, fish, insect etc hatches or is hatched, it comes out of its egg and is born |
| 22317 |
Eleven chicks have been hatched since July. hatch if a baby bird, fish, insect etc hatches or is hatched, it comes out of its egg and is born |
| 22318 |
Eagle eggs usually hatch between late May and early June. hatch if an egg hatches or is hatched, it breaks open so that the baby bird, fish, insect etc inside can come out |
| 22319 |
He hatched a plan with Matt to sell things on the Internet. hatch if you hatch something such as a plan, you plan it, especially in secret |
| 22320 |
They have reportedly refused to consider his offer. reportedly used for showing that you are not certain that something you are reporting is true |
| 22321 |
We crawled through a gap in the hedge. hedge a line of bushes or small trees growing close together around a garden or field |
| 22322 |
a high hawthorn hedge hedge a line of bushes or small trees growing close together around a garden or field |
| 22323 |
Gold is a traditional hedge against inflation. hedge a hedge against something a way of trying to protect yourself against a problem or risk |
| 22324 |
He hedged his vegetable garden with low bushes. hedge to enclose an area with bushes |
| 22325 |
People are evidently hedging their bets, looking to the future but not yet prepared to give up the past. hedge hedge your bets to organize a situation so that you have several choices available to you, in order to increase your chances of success |
| 22326 |
The cathedral is in the centre of the town, closely hedged in by other buildings. hedge hedged in with by surrounded by people or things |
| 22327 |
The government is formulating a new strategy to combat crime. formulate to develop a plan, system, or proposal carefully, thinking about all of its details |
| 22328 |
He formulated a plan to improve the team's performance. formulate to develop a plan, system, or proposal carefully, thinking about all of its details |
| 22329 |
The milk is specially formulated for babies. formulate to prepare a product by combining substances or chemicals in the right amounts |
| 22330 |
It took her a moment to formulate a reply. formulate to express an idea or opinion in a careful organized way |
| 22331 |
Jack's obsession with personal cleanliness annoys everyone. obsession obsession with an emotional state in which someone or something is so important to you that you are always thinking about them, in a way that seems extreme to other people |
| 22332 |
The girls' interest in the star had bordered on obsession (=was almost an obsession). obsession an emotional state in which someone or something is so important to you that you are always thinking about them, in a way that seems extreme to other people |
| 22333 |
Food has become an obsession for many people. obsession someone or something that is so important to you that you are always thinking about them, in a way that seems extreme to other people |
| 22334 |
The thief stole a valuable painting from the museum. thief someone who steals something. An instance of stealing something is called a theft |
| 22335 |
an organized gang of thieves thief someone who steals something. An instance of stealing something is called a theft |
| 22336 |
a triple layer of fur triple involving three things of the same kind |
| 22337 |
a triple triumph triple involving three things of the same kind |
| 22338 |
a triple vodka triple three times bigger than the usual size or amount |
| 22339 |
The money they were asking for was triple the amount we expected. triple three times as much or as many |
| 22340 |
He helped triple the value of the company. triple to increase something so that it is three times bigger than before |
| 22341 |
Sales tripled over a six-month period. triple to increase by three times |
| 22342 |
He has no siblings. sibling your siblings are your brothers and sisters |
| 22343 |
Caring for young children can exhaust you physically and mentally. exhaust to make someone extremely tired and without energy |
| 22344 |
She was exhausted by running up the steep hill. exhaust to make someone extremely tired and without energy |
| 22345 |
The expedition was forced to turn back when it exhausted its food supply. exhaust to use all that you have of something |
| 22346 |
We need to exhaust all possibilities before we give up. exhaust to use or consider all the possible ways of doing something |
| 22347 |
We soon exhausted the subject of the weather. exhaust to talk about something until you have nothing else to say about it |
| 22348 |
The car needs a new exhaust. exhaust an exhaust pipe |
| 22349 |
exhaust fumes gases emissions exhaust gases or steam produced by an engine as it works |
| 22350 |
Voters have evidently lost faith in the government. evidently used for saying that something is obvious |
| 22351 |
Evidently, these valleys were formed by glacial erosion. evidently used for showing that a statement is based on known facts |
| 22352 |
The Seychelles are what most people think of as an island paradise. paradise a perfect place or situation |
| 22353 |
Compared to where I used to work, this place is paradise. paradise a perfect place or situation |
| 22354 |
With 30 bookshops in the city centre alone, Zurich is a book lover's paradise. paradise a place that has everything that a particular type of person might want |
| 22355 |
Nobody recognized the stranger in their midst. midst in our their your midst if someone is in your midst, they are with you as part of your group |
| 22356 |
The President went to China in the midst of a crisis at home. midst while something else is happening |
| 22357 |
a country in the midst of civil war midst if you are in the midst of something, you are doing it or it is affecting you |
| 22358 |
There was no way to verify his claims. verify to check or to prove that something is true or correct |
| 22359 |
His story has been verified by other witnesses. verify to say that something is true or correct |
| 22360 |
We need verification of your new address. verify |
| 22361 |
We grill the sausages on the barbecue. grill to cook something over a fire on a flat frame of metal bars |
| 22362 |
grilled fish steak tomatoes grill to cook something over a fire on a flat frame of metal bars |
| 22363 |
The committee spent weeks grilling witnesses. grill to ask someone a lot of difficult questions for a long period of time |
| 22364 |
The attack occurred in a dark alley. alley a narrow street or passage between or behind buildings |
| 22365 |
That kind of music is right up our alley. alley be right up someone's alley to be what someone likes or is good at doing |
| 22366 |
Although invisible to the human eye, the virus can be seen clearly when examined under a microscope. microscope under a microscope a piece of equipment for looking at things that are too small to see normally |
| 22367 |
The whole legal system should be put under the microscope. microscope under the microscope if someone or something is under the microscope, people are examining them very carefully |
| 22368 |
a blade of grass blade a long thin leaf of grass, wheat etc |
| 22369 |
a peculiar smell peculiar strange, often in an unpleasant way |
| 22370 |
He told me a most peculiar story. peculiar strange, often in an unpleasant way |
| 22371 |
I felt a little bit peculiar (=ill) and had to lie down. peculiar strange, often in an unpleasant way |
| 22372 |
Each person's handwriting has its own peculiar characteristics. peculiar especially true or typical of a particular person, thing, or situation |
| 22373 |
Water holds a peculiar fascination for children. peculiar especially true or typical of a particular person, thing, or situation |
| 22374 |
We shared an excitement peculiar to bird watchers. peculiar peculiar to especially true or typical of a particular person, thing, or situation |
| 22375 |
In large classes, children feel that they cannot interact with the teacher properly. interact interact with if two or more people interact, or if one person interacts with another, they communicate with one another and react to one another, often while performing an activity together |
| 22376 |
Researchers want to know how these gases interact. interact if two or more things interact, or if one thing interacts with another, they affect or change one another in some way |
| 22377 |
You can come and see me anytime you like. anytime at any time |
| 22378 |
They should be here anytime now. anytime at any time |
| 22379 |
The strike isn't going to end anytime soon. anytime anytime soon at any time |
| 22380 |
Western India was devastated by a huge earthquake. devastate to seriously damage or completely destroy something |
| 22381 |
Mary's sisters were devastated by her disappearance. devastate to make someone feel very shocked and upset |
| 22382 |
There have already been several killings at high schools this year. killing an act in which someone is deliberately killed |
| 22383 |
Senior executives have made a killing through massive pay rises. killing make a killing to make a lot of money very quickly |
| 22384 |
a cute child cute attractive, usually small, and easy to like |
| 22385 |
Don't you get cute with me, young man! cute get cute with someone clever in a way that shows a lack of respect or honesty |
| 22386 |
He looked at his watch, cursed, and ran for a taxi. curse to use offensive or impolite language |
| 22387 |
Joe will be cursing me when he finds out I've gone in without him. curse to say or think offensive or impolite words about someone or something |
| 22388 |
I cursed myself for being such a fool. curse to say or think offensive or impolite words about someone or something |
| 22389 |
the curse of the Pharaohs curse a bad situation or event caused by someone's deliberate use of their magic powers |
| 22390 |
He was sure someone had put a curse on his house. curse put a curse on someone something a bad situation or event caused by someone's deliberate use of their magic powers |
| 22391 |
the curse of unemployment curse an unpleasant situation or influence that continues for a long time |
| 22392 |
cancer of the bowel bowel the part of your body where faeces (=solid waste) are formed. This word is usually used in the plural, except in medical language |
| 22393 |
a mineshaft that descends into the bowels of the earth bowel the bowels of something the deepest inner part of something |
| 22394 |
I know that some of you are very cynical about the proposals. cynical cynical about someone who is cynical expects things not to be successful or useful |
| 22395 |
Democrats said it was a cynical attempt to smear the President's reputation. cynical willing to let other people be harmed so that you can get an advantage |
| 22396 |
The other man was hideously ugly. ugly someone who is ugly has a face that is unpleasant to look at. Ugly is an unkind word, so people often use the word plain instead, to avoid causing offence |
| 22397 |
She won't wear T-shirts because she thinks her arms are ugly. ugly someone who is ugly has a face that is unpleasant to look at. Ugly is an unkind word, so people often use the word plain instead, to avoid causing offence |
| 22398 |
an ugly concrete bridge ugly something that is ugly is unpleasant to look at |
| 22399 |
Do you think its frame makes the picture look ugly? ugly something that is ugly is unpleasant to look at |
| 22400 |
an ugly rumour ugly very unpleasant |
| 22401 |
ugly racist propaganda ugly very unpleasant |
| 22402 |
Critics have described the policy as the ugly face of Republicanism. ugly the ugly face of something (=the unpleasant aspect of it) very unpleasant |
| 22403 |
There were ugly scenes following the match. ugly an ugly situation involves violent or angry behaviour |
| 22404 |
an ugly confrontation ugly an ugly situation involves violent or angry behaviour |
| 22405 |
The situation turned ugly when one of the police officers was hit by a rock. ugly turn ugly (=become unpleasant) an ugly situation involves violent or angry behaviour |
| 22406 |
the 1910 expedition to Antarctica led by Captain Scott expedition expedition to a long journey organized for a particular purpose, especially to a dangerous or distant place |
| 22407 |
We are hoping to mount the first manned expedition to Mars by 2020. expedition make mount undertake an expedition a long journey organized for a particular purpose, especially to a dangerous or distant place |
| 22408 |
She died while on an expedition to Peru to study nocturnal mammals. expedition on an expedition a long journey organized for a particular purpose, especially to a dangerous or distant place |
| 22409 |
The expedition successfully reached the top of Mt Everest. expedition a group of people who go on an expedition |
| 22410 |
We plan to go on a shopping expedition. expedition a short journey somewhere, especially for pleasure |
| 22411 |
Rumours spread amongst the rebels that a massive punitive expedition against them was being prepared. expedition a long journey made by soldiers in order to attack a particular place or group of people |
| 22412 |
It was a holy place, the shrine of a saint. saint someone who the Christian church officially honours after their death because they have lived an especially holy life. Saint is often written as St before a person's name |
| 22413 |
Saint Anne saint someone who the Christian church officially honours after their death because they have lived an especially holy life. Saint is often written as St before a person's name |
| 22414 |
Anyone who teaches my children must be a saint. saint someone who is very kind, patient, and helpful |
| 22415 |
He was found by a passing motorist. passing moving past |
| 22416 |
Bridget grabbed a glass of champagne from a passing waiter. passing moving past |
| 22417 |
a passing craze fashion passing lasting only a short time, and usually not very important or serious |
| 22418 |
It wasn't really a romance, just a passing flirtation. passing lasting only a short time, and usually not very important or serious |
| 22419 |
She bore a passing resemblance to the missing woman. passing slight |
| 22420 |
a passing knowledge of French passing not thorough or detailed |
| 22421 |
It's sad to see the passing of their traditional way of life. passing passing of the process by which something ends or stops existing |
| 22422 |
Even with the passing of time, nothing had happened to change his view. passing passing of the process by which time passes |
| 22423 |
She was a wonderful teacher, and her passing is a great loss to the school. passing someone's death. This word is used to avoid saying 'death' when you think this might upset someone |
| 22424 |
He mentioned her in passing but I didn't think anything of it at the time. passing in passing if you say something in passing, you mention it while you are talking about something else |
| 22425 |
Wet days alternated with dry ones. alternate alternate with if one thing alternates with another, they happen or come one after another, in a regular pattern that keeps being repeated |
| 22426 |
His mood alternates between joy and despair. alternate alternate between if someone or something alternates between two things, they keep changing between them |
| 22427 |
Lay the shapes on the fabric, alternating the colours. alternate to choose one thing or situation and then another, and keep repeating that pattern |
| 22428 |
The course allows students to alternate work with education. alternate alternate something with something to choose one thing or situation and then another, and keep repeating that pattern |
| 22429 |
She alternated blues and gospel songs throughout the evening. alternate to choose one thing or situation and then another, and keep repeating that pattern |
| 22430 |
The White House has alternated between tough talk and silence. alternate to choose one thing or situation and then another, and keep repeating that pattern |
| 22431 |
alternate periods of good and bad weather alternate happening or coming one after another, in a regular pattern |
| 22432 |
a pattern of alternate red and green stars alternate happening or coming one after another, in a regular pattern |
| 22433 |
I go and visit him on alternate weekends. alternate happening on one day, week etc, but not on the day, week etc that immediately follows |
| 22434 |
You'll have to find an alternate route. alternate alternative |
| 22435 |
Heat from the chimneys is pumped back in to supplement the heating system. supplement to add something extra in order to improve something or make it bigger |
| 22436 |
Our findings are supplemented with material from other surveys. supplement supplement something with something to add something extra in order to improve something or make it bigger |
| 22437 |
He was able to supplement his income by writing stories. supplement supplement your income salary etc to add extra money to the amount that you normally earn |
| 22438 |
Their diet was often supplemented by home-grown vegetables. supplement to add extra or different food to the amount that you normally eat |
| 22439 |
exercises that will provide a valuable supplement to your teaching materials supplement supplement to something extra that you add to make something better |
| 22440 |
vitamin supplements for pregnant women supplement a pill or special food that you take or eat when your food does not contain everything that you need |
| 22441 |
Dietary supplements may not help with this condition. supplement a dietary food nutritional supplement a pill or special food that you take or eat when your food does not contain everything that you need |
| 22442 |
the Sunday colour supplement supplement a separate part of a newspaper or magazine |
| 22443 |
a first-class second-class stamp stamp a small official piece of paper that you buy and stick on an envelope to pay for the cost of posting a letter or a parcel |
| 22444 |
A book of second-class stamps, please. stamp a book of stamps (=a set of stamps) a small official piece of paper that you buy and stick on an envelope to pay for the cost of posting a letter or a parcel |
| 22445 |
Did you get a stamp in your passport? stamp a mark that you make with a stamp |
| 22446 |
The film bears the unmistakable stamp of its energetic director. stamp bear the stamp of someone something a particular quality that is clearly noticeable in someone or something |
| 22447 |
He has a chance to put his stamp on government policy. stamp put your stamp on something a particular quality that is clearly noticeable in someone or something |
| 22448 |
The son was a man of a very different stamp. stamp a particular type of person or thing |
| 22449 |
Mary tried to stamp on the spider, but it scuttled away. stamp stamp on to put your foot down hard and noisily on someone or something |
| 22450 |
He doesn't seem able to dance without stamping on his partner's feet. stamp to put your foot down hard and noisily on someone or something |
| 22451 |
Riley suddenly stamped into the editor's office. stamp stamp into onto out of etc to walk putting your feet down hard and noisily on the ground, usually because you are angry |
| 22452 |
They didn't bother to stamp my passport this time. stamp to put a mark on something using ink and a stamp |
| 22453 |
It was stamped with the words 'Made in China'. stamp stamp something with something to put a mark on something using ink and a stamp |
| 22454 |
The book had the library's name stamped on the inside cover. stamp stamp something on something to put a mark on something using ink and a stamp |
| 22455 |
He turned to face her, his features stamped with hostility. stamp be stamped with something to give something a particular appearance or quality |
| 22456 |
The whole episode had stamped her as a 'difficult' client. stamp stamp someone as something to give something a particular appearance or quality |
| 22457 |
His face was stamped on Maria's memory. stamp be stamped on your memory mind to be impossible to forget, although you would like to |
| 22458 |
People were standing around, stamping their feet and rubbing their hands. stamp stamp your feet to keep putting one foot down hard and noisily on the ground and then the other in order to make yourself less cold or to make a noise |
| 22459 |
The little boy stamped his feet and screamed at his mother. stamp stamp your feet to keep putting one foot down hard and noisily on the ground and then the other in order to make yourself less cold or to make a noise |
| 22460 |
He stamped his foot angrily. stamp stamp your foot to put your foot down hard and noisily on the ground because you are angry |
| 22461 |
The warring factions are nearing agreement on a peace plan. faction a small group within a larger group, consisting of people with different opinions from the rest |
| 22462 |
a faction of the ruling party faction faction of a small group within a larger group, consisting of people with different opinions from the rest |
| 22463 |
It was too expensive for my purse. purse money that is available to buy or pay for something |
| 22464 |
health costs funded by the public purse purse the public purse (=money that the government has) money that is available to buy or pay for something |
| 22465 |
Martha pursed her lips disapprovingly. purse purse your lips to press your lips together and outwards because you are angry or are thinking |
| 22466 |
The temperature would drop dramatically after sunset. sunset the time in the evening when the sun goes down below the horizon and night begins |
| 22467 |
a beautiful red and golden sunset sunset the appearance of the sky when the sun goes down below the horizon at the end of a day |
| 22468 |
We saw some spectacular sunsets in Greece. sunset the appearance of the sky when the sun goes down below the horizon at the end of a day |
| 22469 |
Business leaders gave an enthusiastic welcome to the proposal. enthusiastic very interested in something or excited by it |
| 22470 |
For a while, we were enthusiastic about the idea. enthusiastic enthusiastic about very interested in something or excited by it |
| 22471 |
curtain rails made of brass brass a shiny yellow metal that is used for making musical instruments and objects such as door handles. It is a mixture of copper and zinc |
| 22472 |
doors with brass hinges brass a shiny yellow metal that is used for making musical instruments and objects such as door handles. It is a mixture of copper and zinc |
| 22473 |
a piece of music for woodwind and brass brass musical instruments made of brass such as trumpets and trombones |
| 22474 |
Open the document you want to print and click on the printer icon. icon a small picture on a computer screen that you choose by pressing a button with the mouse in order to open a particular program |
| 22475 |
one of the best-known pop icons of the 1980s icon someone who is very famous and who people think represents a particular idea |
| 22476 |
There are great inequalities in health care across the country. inequality inequality in a situation in which people are not equal because some groups have more opportunities, power, money etc than others |
| 22477 |
Her book is about the inequality between women and men. inequality inequality between a situation in which people are not equal because some groups have more opportunities, power, money etc than others |
| 22478 |
policies aimed at eliminating poverty, unemployment, and social inequality inequality social economic racial sexual inequality a situation in which people are not equal because some groups have more opportunities, power, money etc than others |
| 22479 |
It produces photographs of inferior quality. inferior not as good as someone or something else |
| 22480 |
This design is inferior to the one the German company proposed. inferior inferior to not as good as someone or something else |
| 22481 |
an inferior student inferior not as good as someone or something else |
| 22482 |
inferior products inferior if something is inferior, its quality is not good |
| 22483 |
an inferior court inferior lower in status or rank than someone or something else |
| 22484 |
A corporal is inferior to a sergeant. inferior inferior to lower in status or rank than someone or something else |
| 22485 |
A lot of people take their family to have a picnic on the river bank. picnic a meal eaten outside, especially in the countryside |
| 22486 |
a picnic lunch picnic used about the things that you use or eat at a picnic |
| 22487 |
Living in such a remote place was no picnic: most of the time, there was no water or electricity. picnic no picnic not easy or enjoyable |
| 22488 |
She looked at the eager faces waiting for her news. eager very keen to do something or enthusiastic about something that will happen |
| 22489 |
He's so eager to learn that he stays late every evening. eager eager to do something very keen to do something or enthusiastic about something that will happen |
| 22490 |
The girls were bored and seemed eager for new experiences. eager eager for very keen to do something or enthusiastic about something that will happen |
| 22491 |
Some patients are only too eager to tell you exactly how they feel. eager only too eager to do something very keen to do something, especially so keen that it causes problems |
| 22492 |
the most eagerly awaited film of the year eager |
| 22493 |
Sam fell over in his eagerness to reach the telephone. eager |
| 22494 |
In a bold move to try and cut pollution, the city council has banned private cars. bold a bold move step involving a risk |
| 22495 |
They issued a bold statement calling for an immediate end to nuclear testing. bold a bold statement assertion involving a risk |
| 22496 |
I was feeling bold, so I went and asked him for more money. bold confident and not afraid of people |
| 22497 |
One bird was bold enough to come and peck crumbs from the table. bold confident and not afraid of people |
| 22498 |
a shirt with bold blue and yellow stripes bold very bright, clear, or strong in colour and therefore easy to notice |
| 22499 |
Babies like bold colours. bold very bright, clear, or strong in colour and therefore easy to notice |
| 22500 |
Her name was written on the envelope in bold black lettering. bold using clear strong letters or lines |
| 22501 |
The most important items are listed in bold type. bold in bold type (=printing using bold type) printed using darker or thicker letters than other printed letters |
| 22502 |
They walked in holding hands, as bold as brass. bold (as) bold as brass showing a lot of confidence, especially in a way that people think is rude or shocking |
| 22503 |
He was even so bold as to give me advice about how to play. bold be make so bold as to do something to do something that is rude or shows too much confidence |
| 22504 |
boldly coloured clothes bold |
| 22505 |
You could use bold to make the information stand out a little more. bold a way of printing letters that makes them thicker and darker than usual |
| 22506 |
Try putting the title in bold. bold in bold a way of printing letters that makes them thicker and darker than usual |
| 22507 |
parents who neglect their children neglect to fail to look after someone when you are responsible for them |
| 22508 |
What do you think of a man who neglects his wife? neglect to fail to give someone enough love, attention, or support |
| 22509 |
The building has been neglected for years. neglect to fail to look after a place, for example a house or garden |
| 22510 |
He couldn't neglect his duties as an officer. neglect to fail to do something that you should do |
| 22511 |
She had neglected to inform me that the company was having financial problems. neglect neglect to do something to fail to do something that you should do |
| 22512 |
Often in the past the issue of disability has been neglected. neglect to fail to pay attention to something such as an idea or a work of art |
| 22513 |
His work has been badly neglected. neglect to fail to pay attention to something such as an idea or a work of art |
| 22514 |
a neglected child neglect |
| 22515 |
neglected buildings neglect |
| 22516 |
The garden was neglected and overgrown. neglect |
| 22517 |
the need to protect children from abuse and neglect neglect the failure to give someone or something the care or attention that they need |
| 22518 |
The constable was reported for neglect of duty. neglect neglect of duty (=failure to do something that you are officially responsible for) the failure to give someone or something the care or attention that they need |
| 22519 |
After three years of neglect the roads are full of potholes. neglect years decades centuries of neglect the failure to give someone or something the care or attention that they need |
| 22520 |
'Tomorrow's another day,' she said, repeating one of her many sayings. saying a well-known statement about what often happens in life |
| 22521 |
Well, as the saying goes, 'A problem shared is a problem halved'. saying as the saying goes (=according to the saying) a well-known statement about what often happens in life |
| 22522 |
the forthcoming Euro-elections Euro- relating to the European Union: sometimes added to nouns to make new words |
| 22523 |
a team of Euro-American scientists Euro- relating to Europe: used to make adjectives and nouns |
| 22524 |
Eurocentric policies Euro- relating to Europe: used to make adjectives and nouns |
| 22525 |
The cottage is set on a ridge in the Chiltern Hills. ridge the long narrow top of a mountain or group of mountains |
| 22526 |
Tyres had thrown the mud into ridges, making the road impassable. ridge a long narrow raised line along the surface of something |
| 22527 |
After the accident, I could only suck liquids through a straw. suck to pull liquid into your mouth by using the muscles in your cheeks and tongue |
| 22528 |
a baby sucking at the breast suck suck at to pull liquid into your mouth by using the muscles in your cheeks and tongue |
| 22529 |
She sucked on a sweet and stared at us. suck suck on to put something in your mouth and move your tongue against it |
| 22530 |
I sucked my thumb until I was five. suck suck your thumb to put something in your mouth and move your tongue against it |
| 22531 |
He sucked in a lungful of air, then jumped into the pool. suck suck in to pull air or smoke into your lungs |
| 22532 |
Christine sucked on her cigarette. suck suck on to pull air or smoke into your lungs |
| 22533 |
The fan sucks air in through one vent and pushes it out through the other. suck to pull air or liquid somewhere |
| 22534 |
The current nearly sucked us under the water. suck if the pressure of air or liquid sucks someone or something somewhere, it pulls them there |
| 22535 |
This gigantic military effort was sucking all the strength out of the economy. suck to take something from something else, especially something that makes it weaker or less successful |
| 22536 |
If your job really sucks, leave it. suck to be very bad, very annoying etc. This is used only in the present tense |
| 22537 |
'My mum says I have to clean the garage.' 'That sucks.' suck to be very bad, very annoying etc. This is used only in the present tense |
| 22538 |
He had a dubious reputation in the business. dubious not completely good, safe, or honest |
| 22539 |
The story seemed a bit dubious to me. dubious not completely good, safe, or honest |
| 22540 |
I'm very dubious about his ability to do the job. dubious dubious about not sure about the truth or quality of something, or whether you should do something |
| 22541 |
We were dubious about signing the deal. dubious not sure about the truth or quality of something, or whether you should do something |
| 22542 |
I had the dubious pleasure of meeting him last night. dubious a dubious honour pleasure distinction used for saying that something is the opposite of the good thing you are describing it as |
| 22543 |
We need to look to see if anything is missing. missing if someone or something is missing, they are not where they should be and you do not know where they are |
| 22544 |
Police are asking for a detailed account of the missing money. missing if someone or something is missing, they are not where they should be and you do not know where they are |
| 22545 |
The family pinned up small posters of the missing dog. missing if someone or something is missing, they are not where they should be and you do not know where they are |
| 22546 |
The key was missing from its usual place. missing missing from if someone or something is missing, they are not where they should be and you do not know where they are |
| 22547 |
The young woman's boyfriend had already reported her missing. missing report someone missing if someone or something is missing, they are not where they should be and you do not know where they are |
| 22548 |
An inmate is reported to have gone missing. missing go missing if someone or something is missing, they are not where they should be and you do not know where they are |
| 22549 |
Two of his front teeth were missing. missing if something is missing, it is not in its usual place because it has been removed |
| 22550 |
Candidates' names were missing from ballot papers. missing missing from if someone or something is missing, they are not included in something although you would expect them to be there |
| 22551 |
Ten soldiers are still missing. missing if someone is missing, they cannot be found after a battle or accident but are not known to be dead or taken prisoner |
| 22552 |
Over 8,000 American soldiers are listed as missing in action. missing be missing in action if someone is missing, they cannot be found after a battle or accident but are not known to be dead or taken prisoner |
| 22553 |
The army report said his friend was missing, presumed dead. missing be missing, presumed feared dead if someone is missing, they cannot be found after a battle or accident but are not known to be dead or taken prisoner |
| 22554 |
an extended warranty extended continuing for longer than usual |
| 22555 |
Try to avoid extended periods of time at the computer. extended continuing for longer than usual |
| 22556 |
Kids have always found ways of cheating in school exams. cheat to behave dishonestly, or to not obey rules, for example in order to win a game or do well in an examination |
| 22557 |
You can't do that – it's cheating. cheat to behave dishonestly, or to not obey rules, for example in order to win a game or do well in an examination |
| 22558 |
You can cheat by adding a little flour. cheat to do something that is not correct but makes it easier to succeed |
| 22559 |
The builders had cheated her by using low-quality materials. cheat to treat someone dishonestly |
| 22560 |
He was accused of cheating investors out of their life savings. cheat cheat someone (out) of something to treat someone dishonestly |
| 22561 |
He swore to me that he had never cheated. cheat to have sex with someone who is not your husband, wife, or partner |
| 22562 |
In the course of the movie the hero cheats death many times. cheat cheat death fate to avoid death when this seems impossible |
| 22563 |
I felt cheated by all the drawbacks and delays. cheat feel be cheated to feel that you have not been treated fairly |
| 22564 |
stricter penalties for tax cheats cheat someone who cheats |
| 22565 |
Before initiating a sale you should obtain an independent valuation. valuation a decision concerning the value of something |
| 22566 |
a valuation report valuation a decision concerning the value of something |
| 22567 |
The building has been a place of worship since the eighth century. worship the activity of showing respect and love for a god, for example by singing or praying |
| 22568 |
The whole school meets for the daily act of worship. worship the activity of showing respect and love for a god, for example by singing or praying |
| 22569 |
His Worship the Mayor worship Your His worship used for talking to or about some people in important positions |
| 22570 |
The prisoners were not allowed to worship their own god. worship to feel or show respect and love for a god |
| 22571 |
The whole family worshipped at St Jude's every Sunday. worship to feel or show respect and love for a god |
| 22572 |
His junior officers worshipped him. worship to love and admire someone or something very much |
| 22573 |
They worshipped political and social success. worship to love and admire someone or something very much |
| 22574 |
fossils of shellfish fossil an animal or plant, or a part of one, that lived many thousands of years ago and is preserved in rock or as a piece of rock |
| 22575 |
The intensity of the sound diminished gradually. diminish to become less |
| 22576 |
Her enthusiasm was by now fast diminishing. diminish to become less |
| 22577 |
The delay may well have diminished the impact of their campaign. diminish to make something become less |
| 22578 |
His reassurances did nothing to diminish her anxiety. diminish to make something become less |
| 22579 |
I did not intend to diminish the importance of her work. diminish to deliberately make someone or something seem less important than they really are |
| 22580 |
Whenever the government messes up, it's the taxpayer who has to foot the bill. taxpayer someone who pays tax, especially tax on income |
| 22581 |
The bank was closed down amid allegations of corruption and fraud. corruption dishonest or illegal behaviour by officials or people in positions of power, especially when they accept money in exchange for doing things for someone |
| 22582 |
the arrest of a number of officials on corruption charges corruption dishonest or illegal behaviour by officials or people in positions of power, especially when they accept money in exchange for doing things for someone |
| 22583 |
corruption of the morals of the young corruption the process of corrupting someone or something |
| 22584 |
corruption of the database corruption the process of corrupting someone or something |
| 22585 |
yellow rose buds bud a tightly curled up part of a plant that will open to form a leaf or flower |
| 22586 |
Do not prune fruit trees when they are in bud. bud in bud (=with buds but no flowers) a tightly curled up part of a plant that will open to form a leaf or flower |
| 22587 |
a television drama depicting the life of a modern student depict to describe someone or something using words or pictures |
| 22588 |
He was depicted as a hero who died for his beliefs. depict depict as to describe someone or something using words or pictures |
| 22589 |
a coloured pencil pencil a long thin object, usually made of wood, that you use for writing or drawing by pressing the black or coloured part in its centre against paper or some other surface |
| 22590 |
Your pencils need to be sharpened. pencil a long thin object, usually made of wood, that you use for writing or drawing by pressing the black or coloured part in its centre against paper or some other surface |
| 22591 |
Use pencil to draw the diagram. pencil the substance inside a pencil, used for writing or drawing |
| 22592 |
She had scribbled his name in pencil. pencil the substance inside a pencil, used for writing or drawing |
| 22593 |
She pencilled a diagram on the napkin. pencil to write or draw something with a pencil |
| 22594 |
He fell overboard and nearly drowned. drown to sink under water and die |
| 22595 |
He drowned his cornflakes in milk. drown to cover something completely with a liquid, especially in a way that spoils it |
| 22596 |
shellfish drowned in a spicy sauce drown to cover something completely with a liquid, especially in a way that spoils it |
| 22597 |
The music almost drowned the sound of his voice. drown to prevent a sound from being heard by making a louder noise |
| 22598 |
cowboy builders cowboy someone in business who provides goods or services that are of very bad quality |
| 22599 |
Cut the stems to ground level in winter. stem the long thin central part of a plant from which the leaves and flowers grow |
| 22600 |
These policies have helped to stem population loss. stem to stop something from spreading or increasing, especially something bad |
| 22601 |
Police are attempting to stem the rising tide of rural crime. stem stem the flow tide flood (of) to stop something from spreading or increasing, especially something bad |
| 22602 |
Joan breathed in deeply, trying to stem her tears. stem to stop liquid from flowing |
| 22603 |
the evacuation of all nonessential government officials evacuation the process of evacuating people from a building or an area that is not safe |
| 22604 |
evacuation procedures plans evacuation the process of evacuating people from a building or an area that is not safe |
| 22605 |
a lump of metal coal concrete lump lump of a solid piece of something that does not have a regular shape |
| 22606 |
a lump of cheese butter meat lump a solid piece of something that does not have a regular shape |
| 22607 |
Stir the sauce to get rid of any lumps. lump a solid piece in a substance that should be smooth or liquid |
| 22608 |
Doctors found a lump in her breast. lump lump in a small hard part on or under your skin that is caused by illness or injury |
| 22609 |
There was a lump on my head where the ball hit me. lump lump on a small hard part on or under your skin that is caused by illness or injury |
| 22610 |
His words brought a lump to my throat. lump a lump in your throat the feeling you get in your throat when you are going to cry |
| 22611 |
They're lumping together all of these children. lump to put people or things into the same group, although they do not really belong together |
| 22612 |
You can like it or lump it, but I've got to work. lump like it or lump it to accept a situation, even though you do not like it or agree with it |
| 22613 |
Let's go skating at the pond. skating the activity or sport of moving quickly over a surface on skates |
| 22614 |
Western notions of human rights are not necessarily applicable in other societies. applicable relevant to or affecting a particular situation or group of people |
| 22615 |
This section of the law is applicable only to businesses. applicable applicable to relevant to or affecting a particular situation or group of people |
| 22616 |
She lost mobility in her left arm after the accident. mobility the ability to move a part of your body |
| 22617 |
The accident affected her mobility. mobility the ability to move and walk normally |
| 22618 |
A car would give you greater mobility. mobility the ability to travel from one place to another |
| 22619 |
A strong economy offers greater opportunities for social mobility. mobility the tendency to move between places, jobs, or social classes |
| 22620 |
The goods are dispatched from a warehouse. dispatch to send someone or something somewhere |
| 22621 |
immense distances immense extremely large |
| 22622 |
An immense amount of money has already been spent on the project. immense extremely large |
| 22623 |
The pressure on students during exam time can be immense. immense extremely large |
| 22624 |
A lot of our business is transacted over the Internet. transact to do a business deal with another person or company |
| 22625 |
Stop shoving me! shove to push someone or something with force |
| 22626 |
He kicked Jason and shoved some other kid to the ground. shove shove someone to into on etc something to push someone or something with force |
| 22627 |
Everyone was pushing and shoving, all the way to the gates. shove pushing and shoving (=pushing with your body) to push someone or something with force |
| 22628 |
Is it OK if I shove some clothes in the washing machine? shove shove something in into under etc something to move something, or to put it somewhere, quickly and carelessly |
| 22629 |
They can shove this job – I've had enough! shove shove something used for telling someone in a very rude way that you do not want something and that you are very angry or annoyed |
| 22630 |
Roy can take his stupid ring and shove it! shove shove something used for telling someone in a very rude way that you do not want something and that you are very angry or annoyed |
| 22631 |
'I can't get this door open.' 'Try giving it a good shove.' shove give something someone a shove a strong push |
| 22632 |
Goodness, is it that time already? goodness used for showing that you are surprised |
| 22633 |
Goodness me! You've grown! goodness goodness me used for showing that you are surprised |
| 22634 |
Goodness gracious me! What do you mean? goodness goodness gracious (me) used for showing that you are surprised |
| 22635 |
My goodness, it's warm in here! goodness my goodness (me) used for showing that you are surprised |
| 22636 |
Sit down and be quiet, for goodness sake! goodness for goodness sake used for showing that you are annoyed, impatient, worried, or surprised |
| 22637 |
Goodness only knows why she didn't ask us for help! goodness goodness (only) knows used for emphasizing what you say, especially when you do not know something |
| 22638 |
a man known for his wisdom and goodness goodness the quality of being morally good |
| 22639 |
She acted out of the goodness of her heart. goodness out of the goodness of your heart (=because you are kind and want to help someone) the quality of being morally good |
| 22640 |
Fresh fruit and vegetables are full of goodness. goodness substances such as vitamins and proteins that are contained in some foods and that help you to stay healthy |
| 22641 |
It's not the kind of thing you expect to happen in your own backyard. backyard in your (own) backyard in a place close to you, or in a situation that you are directly involved in |
| 22642 |
She wasn't hysterical, just crying. hysterical behaving in an uncontrolled way because you are extremely excited, afraid, or upset |
| 22643 |
Media coverage of the issue has been hysterical. hysterical reacting to something in an unreasonable way |
| 22644 |
He didn't have a clue what was going on, and we all thought it was hysterical. hysterical extremely funny |
| 22645 |
hysterically funny hysterical |
| 22646 |
a preliminary hearing discussion analysis proposal agreement preliminary coming before the main or most important part of something |
| 22647 |
After a few brief preliminaries, she launched into her speech. preliminary something that is said or done to introduce or prepare for something else |
| 22648 |
The graph shows that the number of working mothers is increasing. graph a picture that uses lines or curves to show the relationship between numbers or measurements that change |
| 22649 |
You can then draw a graph to illustrate the changes. graph draw plot construct a graph a picture that uses lines or curves to show the relationship between numbers or measurements that change |
| 22650 |
Applicants should also send the names and addresses of two referees. referee someone who gives information about your abilities and work experience when you are applying for a new job. The American word is reference |
| 22651 |
The match will be refereed by Nick Owen. referee to be a referee in a game |
| 22652 |
The deal will be inked at the office of the finance secretary. ink to sign an agreement or contract in ink |
| 22653 |
An hour after the accident, I was starting to feel calmer. calm not affected by strong emotions such as excitement, anger, shock, or fear |
| 22654 |
We were told to stay calm as help was on the way. calm stay keep remain calm not affected by strong emotions such as excitement, anger, shock, or fear |
| 22655 |
a calm quiet voice calm used about the way someone talks or behaves |
| 22656 |
The sea looks much calmer today. calm calm water does not move very much |
| 22657 |
We could see our reflections in the calm surface of the lake. calm calm water does not move very much |
| 22658 |
a calm day calm if the weather is calm, there is very little wind |
| 22659 |
We're going to see a period of calmer weather starting this weekend. calm if the weather is calm, there is very little wind |
| 22660 |
The city appears calm after last night's missile attack. calm peaceful and not affected by violence, fighting, or excited activity |
| 22661 |
a calmer day on the stock market after yesterday's big falls calm peaceful and not affected by violence, fighting, or excited activity |
| 22662 |
None of our efforts to calm her succeeded. calm to make someone feel more relaxed and less emotional |
| 22663 |
The stock market has calmed after a busy few weeks. calm to make a situation more peaceful and less affected by violence, fighting, or excited activity |
| 22664 |
He accepted her decision with his usual calm. calm a state in which you are not affected by strong emotions such as excitement, anger, shock, or fear |
| 22665 |
The desk is an antique. antique an old object such as a piece of furniture or jewellery that is valuable because it is rare, beautiful, or well made |
| 22666 |
an antique dealer sale antique an old object such as a piece of furniture or jewellery that is valuable because it is rare, beautiful, or well made |
| 22667 |
antique furniture antique old and valuable |
| 22668 |
From then onwards, everything between them changed. onwards if something happens or exists from a particular time onwards, it starts at that time and continues to happen or exist |
| 22669 |
Most nights are busy from about 7 pm onwards. onwards if something happens or exists from a particular time onwards, it starts at that time and continues to happen or exist |
| 22670 |
Important details had been omitted from the article. omit to fail to include someone or something, either deliberately or because you forget |
| 22671 |
The problem was, he had omitted to divorce his first wife. omit omit to do something to fail to do something that would have been helpful or honest |
| 22672 |
Can we go to the circus tomorrow? circus a show with performers such as acrobats and clowns and animals such as elephants and horses that takes place in a large tent called a big top |
| 22673 |
The kids want us to take them to the circus again. circus a show with performers such as acrobats and clowns and animals such as elephants and horses that takes place in a large tent called a big top |
| 22674 |
a circus acrobat performer animal tent circus belonging to or connected with a circus |
| 22675 |
a high-wire circus act circus a circus act (=performance) belonging to or connected with a circus |
| 22676 |
Some celebrities complained that the awards ceremony has become a media circus. circus a media circus a situation in which there is too much excitement and uncontrolled activity |
| 22677 |
Piccadilly Circus circus a circular area in a town where several streets cross one another |
| 22678 |
I'm genuinely sorry for the problems I've caused you. genuinely honestly, or in a sincere way |
| 22679 |
Sara's a genuinely nice person. genuinely honestly, or in a sincere way |
| 22680 |
I think David genuinely believed he was going to win. genuinely honestly, or in a sincere way |
| 22681 |
These are genuinely difficult issues. genuinely really: used for emphasizing a particular quality |
| 22682 |
refined sugar oil refined a natural substance that is refined is now pure because other things have been removed from it |
| 22683 |
The prospect of working in Australia really excites me. excite to make someone feel happy and enthusiastic about something good that is going to happen |
| 22684 |
We were warned by the doctors not to excite him. excite to make someone feel lively, nervous, or upset |
| 22685 |
The film has so far excited little interest outside the art-house cinemas. excite excite interest curiosity sympathy etc if something excites a feeling or reaction, it makes people feel or react in that way |
| 22686 |
Two merger announcements excited speculation about further takeover action. excite excite comment speculation rumours if something excites a feeling or reaction, it makes people feel or react in that way |
| 22687 |
I've got my mother as a backup in case the babysitter cancels. backup people or equipment that can be used when extra help is needed |
| 22688 |
They realized that Sykes was armed, and radioed for backup. backup people or equipment that can be used when extra help is needed |
| 22689 |
a backup generator crew backup people or equipment that can be used when extra help is needed |
| 22690 |
Remember to do regular backups. backup a copy of information on your computer that you make in case you lose the information |
| 22691 |
a backup copy backup a copy of information on your computer that you make in case you lose the information |
| 22692 |
Her sister goes on tour with her and sings backup. backup music that is played or sung to add to the main singer's voice |
| 22693 |
a backup vocalist backup music that is played or sung to add to the main singer's voice |
| 22694 |
dreadful news dreadful very unpleasant |
| 22695 |
The journey was dreadful. dreadful very unpleasant |
| 22696 |
It's a dreadful shame that you can't go. dreadful used for emphasizing how bad something is |
| 22697 |
He was sure that other drivers looked at him with envy. envy the unhappy feeling that you have when you want very much to do something that someone else does or to have something that they have |
| 22698 |
We are in the midst of an economic recovery that is the envy of the world. envy be the envy of to have good qualities or advantages that people admire very much and would like to have themselves |
| 22699 |
I envy people who are always confident. envy to have the unhappy feeling of wanting to be like someone else or have what they have |
| 22700 |
I envy you your view of the ocean. envy envy someone something to have the unhappy feeling of wanting to be like someone else or have what they have |
| 22701 |
You're going to have to tell her, and I don't envy you. envy I don't envy you him etc used for saying that you would not like to do what someone else has to do |
| 22702 |
I heard a huge bang and thought the whole house was going to cave in. cave if a roof or wall caves in, it falls down or inwards |
| 22703 |
She finally caved in and gave the press the interview they wanted. cave to suddenly stop opposing something, especially because people have persuaded you |
| 22704 |
She disliked the stark brick walls and the steel window frames. stark used for describing a building or scene that is very clear and plain to look at, often in a slightly unpleasant or frightening way |
| 22705 |
The hill formed a stark silhouette against the sky. stark used for describing a building or scene that is very clear and plain to look at, often in a slightly unpleasant or frightening way |
| 22706 |
The stark choice is between moving out or staying here and paying more. stark stark choice used for describing an unpleasant fact or situation that is very obvious or impossible to avoid |
| 22707 |
Too many community leaders seem unable to grasp this stark reality. stark stark reality used for describing an unpleasant fact or situation that is very obvious or impossible to avoid |
| 22708 |
There still remained one stark difference between the two men. stark extreme and obvious |
| 22709 |
His words were in stark contrast to what he had said earlier. stark in stark contrast extreme and obvious |
| 22710 |
The child was stark naked in the bathroom. stark stark naked used for emphasizing that someone is not wearing any clothes at all |
| 22711 |
The bare trees stood out starkly in the snow. stark |
| 22712 |
These figures starkly illustrate the poor performance of the British economy. stark |
| 22713 |
Recent revelations about his private life have dented his popularity. revelation a surprising piece of information |
| 22714 |
His piano-playing was a revelation. revelation a surprising and enjoyable experience that makes you realize something that you previously had not known |
| 22715 |
the gradual revelation of her talent revelation the process of letting people know or see something that was previously hidden or secret |
| 22716 |
An extraordinary outpouring of grief followed the death of the princess. grief a strong feeling of sadness, usually because someone has died |
| 22717 |
the family's grief at the loss of their child grief grief at over a strong feeling of sadness, usually because someone has died |
| 22718 |
This is a ground where Rangers have come to grief in the past. grief to be unsuccessful |
| 22719 |
The collection almost came to grief recently when a water pipe burst. grief to have an accident |
| 22720 |
a wholesale fruit and vegetable market wholesale relating to the business of selling large quantities of goods, especially to people who are going to sell them in a shop |
| 22721 |
Wholesale prices fell last month. wholesale relating to the business of selling large quantities of goods, especially to people who are going to sell them in a shop |
| 22722 |
wholesale changes to the management structure wholesale affecting every part of something or every person |
| 22723 |
the wholesale destruction of entire communities wholesale affecting every part of something or every person |
| 22724 |
I can get it for you wholesale. wholesale if you sell goods wholesale, you sell them in large quantities, especially to people who are going to sell them in a shop |
| 22725 |
McLeish has resisted public pressure wholesale. wholesale completely |
| 22726 |
A memorial to her was erected after her death. erect to build something such as a statue or bridge |
| 22727 |
Police erected barriers around the crime scene. erect to put something such as a fence in an upright position |
| 22728 |
Mike and Lee were trying to erect the tent. erect to put the parts of something together so that it stands upright |
| 22729 |
The previous administration had erected a complex system of trade barriers. erect to create a system or theory |
| 22730 |
the erect posture of a professional soldier erect in a straight upright position |
| 22731 |
worldwide ecological changes ecological relating to the environment and the way that plants, animals, and humans live together and affect each other |
| 22732 |
The earthquake has caused an ecological disaster. ecological relating to the environment and the way that plants, animals, and humans live together and affect each other |
| 22733 |
It is known as one of the country's leading ecological groups. ecological working to protect the environment |
| 22734 |
an ecologically sound product ecological |
| 22735 |
ecologically sensitive areas ecological |
| 22736 |
She tucked her glasses in her pocket. tuck tuck something behind into under something to put something in a particular place, especially in order to keep it safe or hidden |
| 22737 |
He had a newspaper tucked under his arm. tuck to put something in a particular place, especially in order to keep it safe or hidden |
| 22738 |
Keep your elbows tucked firmly into your sides. tuck to put an arm, leg, or other part of your body into a position where it is not sticking out or sticking up |
| 22739 |
I've been thinking about having my tummy tucked. tuck if a part of someone's body is tucked, they have plastic surgery to make their skin tighter and make them look younger or thinner |
| 22740 |
a tummy tuck tuck a medical operation to make your skin tighter and make you look younger or thinner |
| 22741 |
They cost a mint, but they are well worth the money. mint a large amount of money |
| 22742 |
You can find bargain books in mint condition at jumble sales. mint in mint condition in new or perfect condition |
| 22743 |
a newly minted concept mint to create something new, especially an idea or a work of art |
| 22744 |
The department's finances are currently being reviewed so all expense claims have been put on hold for the meantime. meantime for the meantime until a later time |
| 22745 |
The government waits for an economic miracle while, in the meantime, whole industries collapse. meantime in the meantime during the time between two events or between the present time and a future event |
| 22746 |
empty beer barrels barrel a round wooden, metal, or plastic container with a flat top and bottom, used for storing liquids |
| 22747 |
Their customers drink a million barrels of beer a year. barrel the amount of liquid contained in a barrel |
| 22748 |
Prices could remain as low as $20 per barrel. barrel a unit for measuring crude oil |
| 22749 |
Life is not exactly a barrel of laughs at the moment. barrel not a barrel of laughs a very unpleasant experience or situation |
| 22750 |
They had us over a barrel. We had no choice but to pay. barrel over a barrel if someone has you over a barrel, they know that you are in a difficult situation and that you will have to do what they want |
| 22751 |
David was barrelling down the hall towards her. barrel barrel down into through etc to move very quickly in a deliberate or determined way |
| 22752 |
a ball of wax wax a soft natural or artificial substance that becomes liquid when heated, used for making candles and models, for making wooden furniture shine, and for protecting objects from water |
| 22753 |
a wax candle wax a soft natural or artificial substance that becomes liquid when heated, used for making candles and models, for making wooden furniture shine, and for protecting objects from water |
| 22754 |
Let's have lunch on the lawn. lawn an area of grass that is cut short, especially in someone's garden |
| 22755 |
The lawn needs mowing again. lawn mow cut the lawn an area of grass that is cut short, especially in someone's garden |
| 22756 |
It was a frank answer to a blunt question. blunt saying what is true or what you think, even if this offends or upsets people |
| 22757 |
Let's be blunt – younger people will not buy this car. blunt let's be blunt (=used before saying that something is true but unpleasant) saying what is true or what you think, even if this offends or upsets people |
| 22758 |
a blunt pencil razor blunt not pointed or sharp |
| 22759 |
The years had not blunted his keen intelligence. blunt to make something less strong, less effective, or less important |
| 22760 |
Ken had blunted the blade by scraping it on the rocks. blunt to make something less pointed or sharp |
| 22761 |
I was born in 1947: you work out my age. work out to solve a problem by doing a calculation |
| 22762 |
I can't work out what to do. work out to solve a problem by considering the facts |
| 22763 |
We've worked out our differences. work out to deal with a problem in a satisfactory way |
| 22764 |
If it doesn't work out, you can always come back here. work out to be successful, or to end in a particular way |
| 22765 |
Things worked out pretty well in the end. work out to be successful, or to end in a particular way |
| 22766 |
An international peace plan has been worked out. work out to find a satisfactory way of doing something |
| 22767 |
The exact details of the event haven't been worked out yet. work out to decide or agree on something |
| 22768 |
We haven't worked out a date for the meeting. work out to decide or agree on something |
| 22769 |
The mortgage works out at about 360 a month. work out work out at to add up to a particular amount |
| 22770 |
Taking the train works out more expensive than going by car. work out used for saying what the actual cost or value of something is when you calculate it |
| 22771 |
He works out at the local gym every day. work out to do physical exercise as a way of keeping fit |
| 22772 |
I can't work him out. work out to understand someone or something |
| 22773 |
a village of stone huts hut a small simple shelter |
| 22774 |
a beach hut hut a small simple shelter |
| 22775 |
A few hardy souls turned out to take an early-morning swim. hardy strong and able to deal with or exist in unpleasant or extreme conditions |
| 22776 |
You'll completely ruin the flowers if you touch them. ruin to destroy or severely damage something |
| 22777 |
Any kind of dishonest dealing will ruin his career. ruin to destroy or severely damage something |
| 22778 |
She had ruined her mother's chances of getting a job. ruin to destroy or severely damage something |
| 22779 |
They didn't want to be accused of ruining everyone's fun. ruin to spoil something |
| 22780 |
It was a scandal that totally ruined the company. ruin to make someone lose all their money or power |
| 22781 |
Last month saw his dreams shattered and his business in ruins. ruin in ruins the state of something that has been destroyed or severely damaged |
| 22782 |
After the war many monasteries fell into ruin. ruin fall into ruin (=gradually break into pieces) the state of something that has been destroyed or severely damaged |
| 22783 |
Roman ruins ruin the parts of a building that remain after it has been severely damaged |
| 22784 |
People had built shelters among the ruins of the city. ruin the parts of a building that remain after it has been severely damaged |
| 22785 |
The attack had reduced the town to a smoking ruin. ruin the parts of a building that remain after it has been severely damaged |
| 22786 |
She sat contemplating the ruins of her shattered life. ruin the parts of anything that are left after the rest of it has been destroyed |
| 22787 |
Despite good sales, many of these stores are facing ruin. ruin the loss of all your money or power |
| 22788 |
Reducing quotas could bring economic ruin to a small fishing village like this. ruin financial economic ruin the loss of all your money or power |
| 22789 |
I told them outright that they had to leave. outright without hiding your feelings |
| 22790 |
He smiled, then laughed outright. outright without hiding your feelings |
| 22791 |
They can afford to buy the house outright (=pay the total cost in one payment). outright used for emphasizing that something happens or is done completely at one time or in a single process |
| 22792 |
The driver was killed outright. outright be killed outright to die immediately from an accident or injury |
| 22793 |
outright hostility outright clear and direct, with nothing hidden |
| 22794 |
an outright winner victory majority outright complete and total |
| 22795 |
She could not tell him an outright lie. outright complete and total |
| 22796 |
I can't watch this trash any longer. Let's go. trash something that you think is of very bad quality, especially something such as a film, television programme, or book |
| 22797 |
The previous tenants completely trashed the flat. trash to damage or destroy something, either deliberately or because you did not take good care of it |
| 22798 |
Everyone loves to trash politicians. trash to criticize someone or something in a very strong way |
| 22799 |
Cut the bread into thick slices. slice a flat piece of food that has been cut from something larger |
| 22800 |
lemon slices slice a flat piece of food that has been cut from something larger |
| 22801 |
a slice of bread cake ham cheese slice slice of a flat piece of food that has been cut from something larger |
| 22802 |
We're working hard to get a bigger slice of the tourist trade. slice slice of a part or share of something |
| 22803 |
Mental health organizations should receive a bigger slice of the cake. slice a slice of the cake a part of the money or help that is being shared between people |
| 22804 |
The documentary was meant to be a slice of life. slice a slice of life a description or picture of ordinary life in a book, play, film etc |
| 22805 |
I'll slice some bread. slice to cut something into flat pieces |
| 22806 |
thinly sliced tomato slice to cut something into flat pieces |
| 22807 |
Chill the beef so it slices more easily. slice to be cut into flat pieces |
| 22808 |
The saw quickly sliced through the board. slice slice through into to cut something easily |
| 22809 |
The boat sliced through the water. slice slice through to move through something easily and quickly |
| 22810 |
They've had 1 million sliced from their budget. slice slice something off from something to reduce an amount of time, money etc |
| 22811 |
The book is a bestseller any way you slice it. slice any way you slice it used for saying that something remains true, whatever way you consider it |
| 22812 |
The Cup Final was transmitted via satellite to over 20 countries. transmit to send out an electronic signal such as a radio or television signal |
| 22813 |
We transmit our values to our children. transmit to pass information, beliefs, or attitudes to other people |
| 22814 |
HIV can be transmitted by sexual contact. transmit to spread a disease from one person to another |
| 22815 |
chicken thighs thigh the upper part of the leg of a bird, eaten as food |
| 22816 |
the growing menace of global pollution menace someone or something that is dangerous and likely to cause harm |
| 22817 |
The escaped prisoners are considered a menace to society. menace menace to someone or something that is dangerous and likely to cause harm |
| 22818 |
The traffic menace grew, and the town began to suffer. menace someone or something that annoys or threatens you |
| 22819 |
an air of menace in his voice menace a threatening quality or feeling |
| 22820 |
farmland menaced by frequent floods menace to threaten someone or something |
| 22821 |
Allysa goes to the barn practically every day now. practically almost |
| 22822 |
The system is practically impossible to deal with most of the time. practically almost |
| 22823 |
That was the year of the drought when the river practically dried up. practically almost |
| 22824 |
They will do everything practically possible to protect the public. practically in a way that is useful, sensible, or practical |
| 22825 |
Andy wants to dedicate more time to his hobbies. dedicate dedicate something to something to spend your time and effort doing something |
| 22826 |
This woman has dedicated her whole life to helping others. dedicate dedicate something to doing something to spend your time and effort doing something |
| 22827 |
He dedicated himself to academic work. dedicate dedicate yourself to something to spend your time and effort doing something |
| 22828 |
Lynne has dedicated the novel to her friend Norma. dedicate to say at the beginning of something such as a book or song that it has been written for a person you love or admire |
| 22829 |
a church dedicated to Saint Francis dedicate to say at an official ceremony that a new building will have a special connection with a particular person as a sign of admiration or respect for them |
| 22830 |
The newspaper dedicated three whole pages to pictures of the princess. dedicate to use space, time, or money for a particular thing |
| 22831 |
Increased interest rates should curb inflation. curb to control or limit something that is harmful |
| 22832 |
You'd better curb that temper of yours. curb to control an emotion or way of behaving that could cause problems |
| 22833 |
Curbs on the use of mountain bikes in the forest are being called for. curb curb on a rule or control that stops or limits something |
| 22834 |
Investment in the railways will bring a corresponding improvement in services. corresponding related to or connected with something |
| 22835 |
Rising prosperity has not been matched by any corresponding decrease in crime. corresponding corresponding increase decrease decline fall related to or connected with something |
| 22836 |
Income from tourism is five per cent higher than in the corresponding period last year. corresponding similar to or the same as something |
| 22837 |
Nurses smoke as much as corresponding groups in the general population. corresponding similar to or the same as something |
| 22838 |
the fuel pressure gauge gauge a piece of equipment that measures the amount of something |
| 22839 |
a rain snow hail gauge gauge a piece of equipment that measures the amount of something |
| 22840 |
a small-gauge needle gauge a way of saying how thick something is, especially something made of metal, wire, or plastic |
| 22841 |
heavy-gauge plastic gauge a way of saying how thick something is, especially something made of metal, wire, or plastic |
| 22842 |
a narrow-gauge railway gauge the distance between the two metal rails (=tracks) of a railway, or between the wheels of the train |
| 22843 |
a 12-gauge shotgun gauge the width of the barrel of a gun (=the part you fire the bullet through) |
| 22844 |
New orders are a gauge of how well manufacturers are doing. gauge a fact or event that can be used for judging someone or something |
| 22845 |
I failed to gauge the strength of her dislike. gauge to make a judgment or guess about a situation, action, or person based on the information that you have |
| 22846 |
Gauging by the polls, it's not likely he'll win the election. gauge to make a judgment or guess about a situation, action, or person based on the information that you have |
| 22847 |
The United States finally agreed, albeit unwillingly, to support the UN action. albeit used for introducing a comment that slightly changes or reduces the effect of what you said before it |
| 22848 |
We sailed into the comparative shelter of the harbour. comparative judged in comparison to something such as a previous situation or state |
| 22849 |
We expected to win with comparative ease. comparative judged in comparison to something such as a previous situation or state |
| 22850 |
a comparative analysis of a large number of studies comparative involving the comparison of two or more things |
| 22851 |
The comparative of 'good' is 'better'. comparative the form of an adjective or adverb that shows that someone or something has more of a quality than they previously had or more of it than someone or something else has |
| 22852 |
People stood in clusters around the noticeboards. cluster a small group of people or things that are very close to each other |
| 22853 |
She spotted Luke in a group clustered around the entrance. cluster to form a small close group |
| 22854 |
Einstein proposed his theory of general relativity in 1915. propose to suggest a plan, idea, or action |
| 22855 |
I propose going to an early film and having dinner afterwards. propose propose doing something to suggest a plan, idea, or action |
| 22856 |
She proposed that we see a marriage counsellor. propose propose that to suggest a plan, idea, or action |
| 22857 |
I propose Sue Wilson for treasurer. propose propose someone for as something to make a formal suggestion in a meeting for people to think about and vote on |
| 22858 |
It was proposed that we postpone making a decision until next month. propose propose that to make a formal suggestion in a meeting for people to think about and vote on |
| 22859 |
France has proposed creating a rapid-reaction force to deal with the crisis. propose propose doing something to make a formal suggestion in a meeting for people to think about and vote on |
| 22860 |
He proposed to her in August. propose propose to to ask someone to get married to you |
| 22861 |
He proposed marriage, but she refused. propose propose marriage to ask someone to get married to you |
| 22862 |
I propose to tell them the absolute truth. propose if you propose to do something, you intend or plan to do it |
| 22863 |
Disabled people succeed in overcoming many obstacles in everyday life. obstacle a difficulty or problem that prevents you from achieving something |
| 22864 |
Tiredness was the biggest obstacle in the way of their attempt to rescue the climbers. obstacle a difficulty or problem that prevents you from achieving something |
| 22865 |
All major obstacles to peace have now been removed. obstacle obstacle to a difficulty or problem that prevents you from achieving something |
| 22866 |
They are putting obstacles in the way of peace. obstacle place put obstacles in the path way to deliberately try to stop someone from achieving something |
| 22867 |
The test was so difficult it was verging on the ridiculous. verge verge on to almost be in a particular state |
| 22868 |
a footballing talent verging on genius verge verge on to almost be in a particular state |
| 22869 |
Ireland's rich musical heritage heritage the art, buildings, traditions, and beliefs that a society considers important to its history and culture |
| 22870 |
a need for the Asian community to preserve their cultural heritage heritage the art, buildings, traditions, and beliefs that a society considers important to its history and culture |
| 22871 |
She was offered counselling after the attack. counselling advice and help that you give someone with their problems, especially as your job |
| 22872 |
debt counselling counselling advice and help that you give someone with their problems, especially as your job |
| 22873 |
The sky and the land are welded together in one expanse of grey. weld to unite people or things |
| 22874 |
Catastrophic floods have devastated the region. catastrophic causing a lot of damage, or making a lot of people suffer |
| 22875 |
the company's catastrophic losses catastrophic used for describing something that is very bad |
| 22876 |
Supplies were running catastrophically low. catastrophic |
| 22877 |
the world leader in cattle breeding technology breeding the activity or business of keeping animals or plants and making them produce new animals or plants |
| 22878 |
The tiny animal is the result of generations of selective breeding. breeding selective breeding the activity or business of keeping animals or plants and making them produce new animals or plants |
| 22879 |
the eighth of each month eighth in the place or position counted as number 8 |
| 22880 |
an eighth of an inch eighth one of 8 equal parts of something |
| 22881 |
Teachers were shepherding proud parents into the hall. shepherd to take someone to a place that you want them to go to |
| 22882 |
a bucket of soapy water bucket the things in a bucket, or the amount a bucket contains |
| 22883 |
We haven't exactly got buckets of money. bucket buckets of something large amounts of something |
| 22884 |
They buy tickets by the bucket and sell them at a profit. bucket by the bucket in very large quantities |
| 22885 |
I wept buckets when he left. bucket cry weep buckets to cry for a long time about something |
| 22886 |
The rain was coming down in buckets. bucket in buckets if it rains in buckets, it rains very hard |
| 22887 |
Their meetings became a weekly ritual. ritual something that you do regularly and always in the same way |
| 22888 |
He went through his nightly ritual of locking all the doors. ritual go through perform a ritual something that you do regularly and always in the same way |
| 22889 |
the ritual exchange of presents at Christmas time ritual done regularly and always in the same way, and often boring for that reason |
| 22890 |
a ritual dance ritual done as part of a ceremony |
| 22891 |
The concept of factory outlet shopping originated in America. originate originate in to begin to exist or appear for the first time |
| 22892 |
Many herbs originate from the Mediterranean. originate originate from to begin to exist or appear for the first time |
| 22893 |
The idea didn't originate with George Bush, but with Ronald Reagan. originate originate with to begin to exist or appear for the first time |
| 22894 |
I intend to find out who originated this rumour. originate to create or start something |
| 22895 |
She absolutely adores her nieces and nephews. adore to love someone very much |
| 22896 |
I simply adore strawberry ice cream. adore to like something very much |
| 22897 |
He adores going to parties. adore adore doing something to like something very much |
| 22898 |
fox deer hunting hunting the activity of chasing and killing wild animals |
| 22899 |
a campaign to ban the hunting of wild animals hunting the activity of chasing and killing wild animals |
| 22900 |
They went hunting most days of the season. hunting go hunting the activity of chasing and killing wild animals |
| 22901 |
a hunting dog rifle knife hunting connected with or used for hunting |
| 22902 |
a hunting lodge expedition hunting connected with or used for hunting |
| 22903 |
bargain treasure hunting hunting the activity of looking for a particular thing that you want or need |
| 22904 |
I need to go flat-hunting this weekend. hunting the activity of looking for a particular thing that you want or need |
| 22905 |
a crude home-made bomb crude made using very simple methods or materials |
| 22906 |
a crudely drawn picture crude |
| 22907 |
diplomatic protocol protocol a set of rules for the correct way to behave on formal occasions |
| 22908 |
the evils of prejudice prejudice an unreasonable opinion or feeling, especially the feeling of not liking a particular group of people |
| 22909 |
We've been working hard to overcome prejudice against women in politics. prejudice prejudice against an unreasonable opinion or feeling, especially the feeling of not liking a particular group of people |
| 22910 |
Margot's testimony might prejudice jurors against him. prejudice prejudice someone against someone something to make someone form an opinion about someone or something before they have enough information |
| 22911 |
Our production must not prejudice the rights and working conditions of people in other countries. prejudice to harm or damage someone or something |
| 22912 |
a slice of lime lime a fruit with a hard green skin and sour juice that grows on a lime tree |
| 22913 |
literary dramatic religious inspiration inspiration a sudden feeling of enthusiasm, or a new idea that helps you to do or create something |
| 22914 |
Dreams are a rich source of inspiration for some writers. inspiration source of inspiration a sudden feeling of enthusiasm, or a new idea that helps you to do or create something |
| 22915 |
a choreographer who has drawn inspiration from Javanese dance inspiration draw find inspiration from a sudden feeling of enthusiasm, or a new idea that helps you to do or create something |
| 22916 |
After years of tedious work, a flash of inspiration provided a major breakthrough. inspiration flash of inspiration (=one that comes very suddenly) a sudden feeling of enthusiasm, or a new idea that helps you to do or create something |
| 22917 |
The work of designer Sonia Rykiel was the original inspiration for the film. inspiration inspiration for someone or something that gives you new ideas and the enthusiasm to create something with them |
| 22918 |
The artist's personal life has been the inspiration behind several books. inspiration inspiration behind someone or something that gives you new ideas and the enthusiasm to create something with them |
| 22919 |
She has been an inspiration to other young athletes from a similar background. inspiration be an inspiration to someone to be so successful, or to deal with a difficult situation so well, that other people admire you and want to be like you |
| 22920 |
He takes the mickey out of everyone in the office. mickey take the mickey to say something in order to try and make someone or something look silly, especially in a friendly way. Doing this is called mickey-taking and someone who does it is a mickey-taker |
| 22921 |
You'll be uncomfortable for a few days after the surgery. uncomfortable if you are uncomfortable, you have an unpleasant or slightly painful feeling in part of your body |
| 22922 |
She felt cold and uncomfortable. uncomfortable if you are uncomfortable, you have an unpleasant or slightly painful feeling in part of your body |
| 22923 |
They were sitting in a very uncomfortable position. uncomfortable if you are uncomfortable, you have an unpleasant or slightly painful feeling in part of your body |
| 22924 |
uncomfortable clothes shoes uncomfortable used about something that makes you feel uncomfortable |
| 22925 |
an uncomfortable-looking chair uncomfortable used about something that makes you feel uncomfortable |
| 22926 |
We spent an uncomfortable night in a noisy hotel. uncomfortable used about something that makes you feel uncomfortable |
| 22927 |
Not knowing anyone made her feel very uncomfortable. uncomfortable feeling embarrassed or nervous |
| 22928 |
I'm uncomfortable about Danny going on the bus by himself. uncomfortable uncomfortable about with feeling embarrassed or nervous |
| 22929 |
It was an uncomfortable reminder of his past failure. uncomfortable used about things that make people feel embarrassed or nervous |
| 22930 |
A long uncomfortable silence followed. uncomfortable used about things that make people feel embarrassed or nervous |
| 22931 |
He had shown himself to be worthy of their respect. worthy worthy of deserving something |
| 22932 |
The committee is voting on one or two initiatives that are worthy of attention. worthy be worthy of note attention consideration etc deserving something |
| 22933 |
Local councillors decided the plan was worthy of support. worthy be worthy of support admiration praise etc deserving something |
| 22934 |
a worthy winner champion opponent worthy a worthy person or thing has qualities that make people respect them |
| 22935 |
a worthy aim objective worthy a worthy person or thing has qualities that make people respect them |
| 22936 |
The money will go to a worthy cause. worthy worthy cause (=an activity or organization that helps people) a worthy person or thing has qualities that make people respect them |
| 22937 |
Saturday evening viewers want programming that is a little less worthy. worthy used in a negative way to say that someone or something has good qualities but is boring |
| 22938 |
The schools were set up and governed by local worthies. worthy an important and respected person in a community. This word is often used about people whom you dislike because they think they are very important |
| 22939 |
I'm allergic to nuts. allergic allergic to affected by an allergy |
| 22940 |
an allergic reaction allergic caused by an allergy |
| 22941 |
His problem is he's allergic to hard work! allergic allergic to if you are allergic to something, you do not like it at all |
| 22942 |
I can't find the price tag for this coat. tag a small piece of paper or other material that is fixed to something to give information about it, or is fixed to someone to show who they are |
| 22943 |
We were all given name tags to wear at the conference. tag a small piece of paper or other material that is fixed to something to give information about it, or is fixed to someone to show who they are |
| 22944 |
Every item is tagged with a number that identifies it. tag to fix a small piece of paper or other material to something to give information about it |
| 22945 |
Jeter was tagged out between second and third base. tag tag out to touch a player of the other team with the ball in sports such as baseball |
| 22946 |
Some of the children were already tagged as troublemakers. tag to describe someone or something in a particular way |
| 22947 |
Engineers will inspect the site later today. inspect to look at something carefully in order to check that it is correct or good enough |
| 22948 |
Make sure you inspect the goods carefully as soon as you receive them. inspect inspect something closely carefully thoroughly to look at something carefully in order to check that it is correct or good enough |
| 22949 |
The young plants are regularly inspected for disease and insects. inspect inspect something for something to look at something carefully in order to check that it is correct or good enough |
| 22950 |
She bent down to inspect the stain on the rug. inspect to look at something carefully |
| 22951 |
The ground has already been inspected by the Sports Safety Council. inspect to check officially that things are in the correct condition or that people are doing what they should |
| 22952 |
Customs officers came aboard to inspect our documents. inspect to check officially that things are in the correct condition or that people are doing what they should |
| 22953 |
He was urgently summoned to Washington for consultations. summon summon someone to something to officially order someone to come to a place, especially a court of law |
| 22954 |
She has been summoned to appear in court for non-payment of taxes. summon summon someone to do something to officially order someone to come to a place, especially a court of law |
| 22955 |
Maria summoned a waiter and ordered a drink. summon to ask or order someone to come to you |
| 22956 |
Phone this number if you need to summon help. summon to ask for something that you need in an emergency |
| 22957 |
A fire crew arrived, took one look, and summoned an ambulance. summon to ask for something that you need in an emergency |
| 22958 |
He couldn't summon the strength to carry on fighting. summon to manage to produce a quality or a reaction that helps you to deal with a difficult situation |
| 22959 |
She could barely summon a smile. summon to manage to produce a quality or a reaction that helps you to deal with a difficult situation |
| 22960 |
The official receiver summoned a meeting of creditors. summon summon a meeting council assembly to arrange a formal meeting and tell people to come to it |
| 22961 |
Most of their sales are through traditional retail outlets. outlet a shop or place where a particular product is sold |
| 22962 |
Many young people find music their best outlet for creative expression. outlet a way of expressing strong feelings that you would normally not express |
| 22963 |
What he needed was an outlet for all his excess energy. outlet a way of making good use of extra physical energy that you have |
| 22964 |
a hot water outlet outlet a pipe or hole through which gas or liquid flows out |
| 22965 |
He scooped some water from the stream. scoop to dig something out or pick it up using something such as a spoon or your curved hand |
| 22966 |
Carefully scoop out the pulp with a small spoon. scoop to dig something out or pick it up using something such as a spoon or your curved hand |
| 22967 |
Advisors will scoop fees of up to one million pounds. scoop to earn or win something |
| 22968 |
a metal ice cream scoop scoop a tool like a spoon with a deep round part, used for measuring or serving various substances |
| 22969 |
Use two scoops of coffee and a cup of water. scoop scoop of an amount of something that a scoop holds |
| 22970 |
eager reporters scrambling to get the scoop on the latest royal scandal scoop get the scoop an exciting or important news story that one news organization publishes or broadcasts before anyone else |
| 22971 |
Did you get the inside scoop on their divorce? scoop the most recent information about someone or something, especially something personal or private |
| 22972 |
a tale written in collaboration with Wilkie Collins collaboration in collaboration with the process of working with someone to produce something |
| 22973 |
The song is one of her recent collaborations with major recording artists. collaboration something that people produce by working together |
| 22974 |
Holiday bookings are up 20% on last year. booking an arrangement to buy a travel ticket, stay in a hotel room etc at a later date |
| 22975 |
You can make a booking by phone with a credit card. booking make a booking an arrangement to buy a travel ticket, stay in a hotel room etc at a later date |
| 22976 |
a pasta salad salad a food containing a mixture of raw vegetables such as lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers, usually served with a salad dressing |
| 22977 |
Lightly toss the salad with the vinaigrette. salad toss a salad (=mix it together with a salad dressing) a food containing a mixture of raw vegetables such as lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers, usually served with a salad dressing |
| 22978 |
an egg salad sandwich salad food that has been cut into small pieces and mixed together, usually with a sauce, and served cold |
| 22979 |
a fruit salad salad food that has been cut into small pieces and mixed together, usually with a sauce, and served cold |
| 22980 |
War always involves the slaughter of innocent civilians. slaughter the violent killing of a large number of people |
| 22981 |
The cattle were being sent for slaughter. slaughter the killing of animals, usually for their meat |
| 22982 |
Thousands of people were slaughtered during the conflict. slaughter to kill a lot of people in a violent way |
| 22983 |
Did they win? They slaughtered us! slaughter to defeat an opponent thoroughly or completely |
| 22984 |
He was slaughtered both by the critics and by his peers. slaughter to criticize someone very severely |
| 22985 |
During their most productive period, both mills were controlled by the Marling family. productive making or growing things in large quantities, especially so that they can be sold |
| 22986 |
ways of making more productive use of agricultural land productive making or growing things in large quantities, especially so that they can be sold |
| 22987 |
highly productive farms productive highly productive making or growing things in large quantities, especially so that they can be sold |
| 22988 |
the country's productive capacity productive relating to the production of things that can be sold |
| 22989 |
the gradual improvement of productive efficiency productive relating to the production of things that can be sold |
| 22990 |
a productive partnership productive achieving good results |
| 22991 |
Politeness is usually more productive than confrontation. productive achieving good results |
| 22992 |
the most productive years of our lives productive working hard and producing or achieving a lot |
| 22993 |
an orange olive grove grove a group of trees of a particular type, especially trees arranged in lines |
| 22994 |
a grove of coconut trees grove a group of trees of a particular type, especially trees arranged in lines |
| 22995 |
a children's book with charming illustrations charming very attractive and pleasant |
| 22996 |
There are lots of charming little restaurants along the river. charming very attractive and pleasant |
| 22997 |
He's a very charming man. charming used about someone who behaves in a way people are attracted to |
| 22998 |
She gave him her most charming smile. charming used about someone who behaves in a way people are attracted to |
| 22999 |
He can be charming when he wants something. charming used about someone, especially a man, who seems very pleasant but cannot be trusted |
| 23000 |
a charming rogue charming used about someone, especially a man, who seems very pleasant but cannot be trusted |
| 23001 |
They've left all their clothes on the floor. Charming! charming used for saying that you do not like what someone has done |
| 23002 |
furniture shoe polish polish a chemical substance that you rub onto an object to make it shine |
| 23003 |
This table needs a good polish. polish an act of rubbing an object to make it shine |
| 23004 |
It's a reasonable film, but it lacks polish. polish the high quality of a performance or a piece of work |
| 23005 |
They spend most of their time polishing shoes. polish to rub the surface of something in order to make it shine |
| 23006 |
He'd spent the summer polishing his flying skills. polish to improve a skill by practising |
| 23007 |
an ancient oak oak a large tree that can live for a very long time and produces small hard fruits called acorns |
| 23008 |
a solid oak table oak wood from an oak tree |
| 23009 |
The Caribbean is so dependent upon tourism. tourism the business of providing services for people who are travelling for their holiday |
| 23010 |
Space tourism may be a reality by the year 2010. tourism the business of providing services for people who are travelling for their holiday |
| 23011 |
the tourism industry tourism related to tourism |
| 23012 |
My annual mileage is about 10,000 miles. mileage the number of miles that a vehicle has travelled since it was made, or in a particular period of time |
| 23013 |
a car with high mileage mileage high low mileage the number of miles that a vehicle has travelled since it was made, or in a particular period of time |
| 23014 |
Employees get a mileage allowance for business travel. mileage money paid to someone for the miles they have travelled in their job |
| 23015 |
He has got a lot of mileage out of his friendship with the mayor. mileage an advantage or opportunity that you get from something |
| 23016 |
They had tried to make political mileage out of a tragedy. mileage political mileage an advantage or opportunity that you get from something |
| 23017 |
a cruel parent cruel someone who is cruel enjoys causing pain to other people or animals, or enjoys making them unhappy or upset |
| 23018 |
How could you be so cruel to someone who never did you any harm? cruel cruel to someone who is cruel enjoys causing pain to other people or animals, or enjoys making them unhappy or upset |
| 23019 |
She had a cruel look in her eyes. cruel used about someone's behaviour |
| 23020 |
a cruel sense of humour cruel used about someone's behaviour |
| 23021 |
It's a cruel world. cruel cruel events or situations make people suffer in a way that seems unfair |
| 23022 |
Closing the school would be a cruel blow to this community. cruel a cruel blow cruel events or situations make people suffer in a way that seems unfair |
| 23023 |
I told her the facts – sometimes you have to be cruel to be kind. cruel be cruel to be kind to say or do something to someone that seems unkind but is intended to help them |
| 23024 |
the dim glow of the streetlamp dim dim light is not bright |
| 23025 |
The room was very dim. dim dim places do not have much light in them, so you cannot see very well |
| 23026 |
She caught a glimpse of a dim figure in the dark kitchen. dim dim shapes are not clear, because there is not much light or because they are far away |
| 23027 |
I had a dim recollection of a visit to a big dark house. dim a dim memory is something that you cannot remember very well because it happened a long time ago |
| 23028 |
He only had a dim awareness of the issues involved. dim used about something that you do not know much about or cannot understand very well |
| 23029 |
Their hopes of victory were starting to look dim. dim if the chances of something good happening are dim, it is not likely to happen |
| 23030 |
the dim and distant past dim dim and distant used for saying that something happened a long time ago |
| 23031 |
The theatre lights dimmed and the show began. dim if a light dims, or if someone dims it, it becomes less bright |
| 23032 |
We went for a hike through the woods on Sunday. hike a long walk in the countryside |
| 23033 |
Economists are predicting a hike in interest rates. hike a sudden large increase in the amount or level of something |
| 23034 |
price hikes hike a sudden large increase in the amount or level of something |
| 23035 |
Soldiers had to hike nearly 20 km through the swamps. hike to go for a long walk in the countryside |
| 23036 |
The government has hiked the price of cigarettes by 1.50 per pack. hike to suddenly increase the amount or level of something |
| 23037 |
We value the rich ethnic and cultural diversity of the group. diversity the fact that very different people or things exist within a group or place |
| 23038 |
roast duck roast cooked in an oven or over a fire |
| 23039 |
The weather forecast is for a dry sunny day tomorrow. forecast a statement about what is likely to happen, based on available information and usually relating to the weather, business, or the economy |
| 23040 |
sales forecasts forecast a statement about what is likely to happen, based on available information and usually relating to the weather, business, or the economy |
| 23041 |
The Treasury's forecast assumes that inflation will remain below 3%. forecast a statement about what is likely to happen, based on available information and usually relating to the weather, business, or the economy |
| 23042 |
The UN has revised its forecast of global grain production. forecast forecast of a statement about what is likely to happen, based on available information and usually relating to the weather, business, or the economy |
| 23043 |
More torrential rain is forecast tonight. forecast to make a statement about what is likely to happen, usually relating to the weather, business, or the economy |
| 23044 |
Analysts are forecasting an increase in profits of up to 16%. forecast to make a statement about what is likely to happen, usually relating to the weather, business, or the economy |
| 23045 |
He forecast that the economy's downturn would be short-lived. forecast forecast (that) to make a statement about what is likely to happen, usually relating to the weather, business, or the economy |
| 23046 |
Next year's growth rate is forecast at just 1%. forecast forecast something at something to make a statement about what is likely to happen, usually relating to the weather, business, or the economy |
| 23047 |
A law amending the Chilean constitution was approved on 22nd January. amend to make changes to a document, law, agreement etc, especially in order to improve it |
| 23048 |
Will you be seeing your family on Thanksgiving? Thanksgiving in the US, the fourth Thursday in November, and in Canada, the second Monday in October, when families have a special meal, traditionally to celebrate all the things that they are grateful for |
| 23049 |
a Thanksgiving dinner Thanksgiving in the US, the fourth Thursday in November, and in Canada, the second Monday in October, when families have a special meal, traditionally to celebrate all the things that they are grateful for |
| 23050 |
Are you going home for Thanksgiving? Thanksgiving in the US, the holiday period of four or five days that includes this day |
| 23051 |
bankrupt farmers bankrupt a person or business that is bankrupt has officially admitted that they have no money and cannot pay what they owe |
| 23052 |
Many of the companies that they had invested in went bankrupt. bankrupt go bankrupt a person or business that is bankrupt has officially admitted that they have no money and cannot pay what they owe |
| 23053 |
He declared himself bankrupt in 1994. bankrupt declare yourself bankrupt a person or business that is bankrupt has officially admitted that they have no money and cannot pay what they owe |
| 23054 |
Years of mismanagement had left the region virtually bankrupt. bankrupt a country or state that is bankrupt owes more money than it can ever pay back |
| 23055 |
This is a bankrupt ideology. bankrupt without any good qualities at all |
| 23056 |
his morally bankrupt lifestyle bankrupt without any good qualities at all |
| 23057 |
Widespread corruption had bankrupted a country rich in oil. bankrupt to make a person, business, or country bankrupt or very poor |
| 23058 |
They expressed resentment at outside interference in their domestic affairs. interference interference in the process of deliberately becoming involved in a situation and trying to influence the way that it develops, although you have no right to do this |
| 23059 |
He grew up protected by an older brother who was always running interference for him. interference run interference to help someone to avoid problems and achieve something |
| 23060 |
The fence consisted of two slack strands of barbed wire. slack loose and not pulled tight |
| 23061 |
The rope suddenly went slack. slack loose and not pulled tight |
| 23062 |
Her muscles felt slack. slack loose and not pulled tight |
| 23063 |
slack safety standards slack not taking enough care to make sure that something is done well |
| 23064 |
Some slack defending allowed Valencia to score another goal. slack not taking enough care to make sure that something is done well |
| 23065 |
Business is usually slack in the winter. slack not as busy or successful as usual in business |
| 23066 |
Demand for the product is slack. slack not as busy or successful as usual in business |
| 23067 |
There is still a great deal of slack in the budget. slack people, equipment, or money that could be used more effectively in an organization |
| 23068 |
There's just no slack in the system to cope with any more patients. slack people, equipment, or money that could be used more effectively in an organization |
| 23069 |
There's too much slack in the rope. slack the fact that a rope is loose, rather than being held or fixed tightly |
| 23070 |
Cut him a little slack – his father just died. slack cut give someone some slack to be less strict with someone |
| 23071 |
Why should their colleagues have to pick up the slack? slack to do the things that someone else is not able or willing to do |
| 23072 |
Stop slacking and get back to work. slack to try to avoid working |
| 23073 |
a stack of unopened mail stack stack of a pile of things placed one on top of another |
| 23074 |
There were stacks of books on the floor. stack a pile of things placed one on top of another |
| 23075 |
a stack of firewood stack a pile of things standing or lying together |
| 23076 |
Prosecutors have produced a stack of evidence against him. stack a stack of a large quantity of something |
| 23077 |
They were given stacks and stacks of toys. stack a stack of a large quantity of something |
| 23078 |
She began stacking plates on the trolley. stack to arrange things so that they are placed one on top of another |
| 23079 |
He got a job stacking shelves at the supermarket. stack to fill a machine or space by putting things in it on top of each other |
| 23080 |
They went down to a small yard stacked high with rubbish. stack to fill a machine or space by putting things in it on top of each other |
| 23081 |
She was examining the paintings stacked against the wall. stack to put things so that they are standing one beside another |
| 23082 |
The evidence seems stacked against me. stack be stacked against you if something is stacked against you, it is unfair and will probably cause you to fail |
| 23083 |
Mining is one of the country's main industries. mining the process of getting coal or metal from under the ground |
| 23084 |
coal tin gold mining mining the process of getting coal or metal from under the ground |
| 23085 |
a mining town village mining the process of getting coal or metal from under the ground |
| 23086 |
I commute by train. commute to travel regularly to and from work |
| 23087 |
If there is any delay, that delay will be minimal. minimal extremely small in amount or degree, or as small as possible |
| 23088 |
A minimal amount of raw sewage goes into the harbour. minimal extremely small in amount or degree, or as small as possible |
| 23089 |
Could you clarify your remarks? clarify to explain something more clearly so that it is easier to understand |
| 23090 |
He is expected to clarify his position today. clarify to explain something more clearly so that it is easier to understand |
| 23091 |
It is important to clarify what the change in the law will mean. clarify clarify what to explain something more clearly so that it is easier to understand |
| 23092 |
clarified butter clarify to make a liquid, especially butter, clear and pure, by using heat |
| 23093 |
coastal areas towns roads coastal on land beside a sea |
| 23094 |
coastal waters coastal in the sea near to land |
| 23095 |
Please refrain from smoking in this area. refrain refrain from to stop yourself from doing something. This word is often used in official announcements or signs |
| 23096 |
What's that foul smell? foul very dirty, or smelling or tasting unpleasant |
| 23097 |
The air within the cell was foul. foul very dirty, or smelling or tasting unpleasant |
| 23098 |
a foul-tasting medicine foul foul-smelling foul-tasting etc very dirty, or smelling or tasting unpleasant |
| 23099 |
I thought his shirt was foul. foul very bad or unpleasant |
| 23100 |
After using foul language, the employee was asked to stay home for two days. foul foul language swear words |
| 23101 |
He was sent off for fouling the Chelsea striker. foul to do something to another player that is not allowed by the rules |
| 23102 |
The oil spillage fouled several miles of beaches. foul to make something very dirty |
| 23103 |
the rising of the sun rising the rising of something the movement of the sun, moon, or stars as they appear to move up into the sky |
| 23104 |
The government is planning to introduce quotas on sugar production. quota an amount of something that someone is officially allowed to have or do |
| 23105 |
The UK fishing fleet is likely to reach its annual quota after only six months. quota an amount of something that someone is officially allowed to have or do |
| 23106 |
By ten o'clock she had already had her daily quota of calories. quota quota of an amount of something that someone is officially allowed to have or do |
| 23107 |
He was worried he might not meet his monthly sales quota. quota an amount of something that someone has to do |
| 23108 |
I've done my quota of the work. quota quota of an amount of something that someone has to do |
| 23109 |
He was just 15 votes short of the quota. quota a number of votes that someone needs to get in order to be elected |
| 23110 |
We've had our usual quota of wet days this summer. quota an amount of something that you expect |
| 23111 |
The jury decided that Malich was sane when he opened fire. sane someone who is sane is able to think and speak in a reasonable way and to behave normally |
| 23112 |
We ought to be able to discuss this in a sane and reasonable way. sane a sane action or decision is a sensible one that people can understand |
| 23113 |
Reading and talking is what kept him sane. sane keep someone sane to stop someone worrying or becoming mentally ill |
| 23114 |
72 minus 5 equals 67. minus used in mathematics for showing that you are taking one number from another. This word is usually represented by the symbol - |
| 23115 |
The temperature fell to minus 15 degrees last night. minus used before a number to show that a number or temperature is less than zero |
| 23116 |
Subtract ten from seven and the answer is minus three. minus used before a number to show that a number or temperature is less than zero |
| 23117 |
If you subtract 12 from 10, the result will be a minus quantity. minus a minus quantity (=an amount or number that is less than zero) used before a number to show that a number or temperature is less than zero |
| 23118 |
Anthony returned to work minus his beard. minus without something that you had in the past or usually have |
| 23119 |
The Dempster family arrived back in England safely but minus their luggage. minus without something that you had in the past or usually have |
| 23120 |
One of the minus points was the risk of getting caught. minus a minus point factor used for describing a disadvantage or negative quality of something |
| 23121 |
I got an A minus for my last essay. minus A minus B minus C minus D minus marks given by teachers for students' work that are lower than the marks A, B, C, and D. These marks are usually written 'A-', 'B-' etc |
| 23122 |
Having famous parents might be considered a minus. minus a disadvantage |
| 23123 |
Before I decide, I need to weigh up all the pluses and minuses. minus pluses and minuses (=advantages and disadvantages) a disadvantage |
| 23124 |
a court transcript transcript a written copy of the exact words that someone said |
| 23125 |
The Guardian published a transcript of the tapes. transcript transcript of a written copy of the exact words that someone said |
| 23126 |
an emerging consensus that global warming is a reality emerging just beginning to exist or be noticed |
| 23127 |
emerging businesses markets economies emerging just beginning to exist or be noticed |
| 23128 |
She would often be seen driving around town in her battered old car. battered old and slightly damaged |
| 23129 |
an attempt to restore confidence in Russia's battered economy battered having experienced a lot of difficulty |
| 23130 |
battered fish battered covered in a mixture of milk, flour, and egg and then cooked |
| 23131 |
Colleagues became suspicious when he started acting strangely. suspicious believing that someone has probably done something wrong |
| 23132 |
People are often suspicious of strangers. suspicious suspicious of feeling that someone or something cannot be trusted |
| 23133 |
a suspicious glance look suspicious showing that you believe someone has done something wrong or cannot be trusted |
| 23134 |
Customers noticed a suspicious package by the door. suspicious making you believe that something is wrong, dangerous, or illegal |
| 23135 |
There's something a bit suspicious about this. suspicious making you believe that something is wrong, dangerous, or illegal |
| 23136 |
The brothers died in suspicious circumstances. suspicious suspicious circumstances making you believe that something is wrong, dangerous, or illegal |
| 23137 |
Don't give me that bullshit! bullshit something someone says that is stupid or not true |
| 23138 |
a pet dog rabbit pet kept as a pet or relating to pets |
| 23139 |
pet owners pet kept as a pet or relating to pets |
| 23140 |
a pet shop pet kept as a pet or relating to pets |
| 23141 |
Getting kids to do more sport is one of his pet projects. pet a pet project liked more than anything else |
| 23142 |
a chance to expound her pet theory about men pet a pet theory subject liked more than anything else |
| 23143 |
My pet hate is people chewing gum with their mouths open. pet pet hate something that you dislike very much, or that makes you extremely angry |
| 23144 |
One or two glasses of wine a day can be beneficial. beneficial something that is beneficial has a good effect or influence on someone or something |
| 23145 |
The relationship was mutually beneficial (=helped both sides). beneficial something that is beneficial has a good effect or influence on someone or something |
| 23146 |
a discovery that should prove beneficial to many AIDS patients beneficial beneficial to something that is beneficial has a good effect or influence on someone or something |
| 23147 |
She flung a book across the room at me. fling fling something over across onto etc to throw something carelessly or with a lot of force |
| 23148 |
His coat had been flung over the back of a chair. fling to throw something carelessly or with a lot of force |
| 23149 |
I flung my arms around him. fling fling something around up back etc to move your body or part of your body quickly, and with a lot of force |
| 23150 |
Martin flung himself to the ground to stop the ball. fling fling yourself down into onto to something to move your body or part of your body quickly, and with a lot of force |
| 23151 |
Don't start flinging accusations just because you're upset. fling to say something to someone that is intended to hurt them |
| 23152 |
She flung open the curtains to let in the sunlight. fling fling something open back off to quickly open a door, window, or curtain |
| 23153 |
The king could have you flung into prison. fling to send someone to a place, or to make them move quickly and with force |
| 23154 |
He survived unhurt after being flung 25 metres in the crash. fling to send someone to a place, or to make them move quickly and with force |
| 23155 |
The management flung them out for causing a disturbance. fling fling someone out (=make them leave) to send someone to a place, or to make them move quickly and with force |
| 23156 |
You can't just fling yourself at every man you meet. fling fling yourself at someone to show that you are interested in someone sexually, in a way that shows a lack of control |
| 23157 |
He flung himself into his work. fling fling yourself into at something to start doing something with energy or enthusiasm |
| 23158 |
She had a fling with a car salesman. fling a sexual relationship that does not last very long, and is not very serious |
| 23159 |
This holiday is my final fling before I start college. fling a short time during which you have a lot of fun, especially before you start doing something more serious |
| 23160 |
As a child he had been deprived of love and attention. deprive deprive someone of something if you deprive someone of something, you take it away from them or prevent them from having it |
| 23161 |
The courts cannot deprive me of the right to see my child. deprive if you deprive someone of something, you take it away from them or prevent them from having it |
| 23162 |
Ideally we'd choose judges who are without political bias. bias an attitude that you have that makes you treat someone in a way that is unfair or different from the way you treat other people |
| 23163 |
They were accused of bias against people over 50. bias bias against towards an attitude that you have that makes you treat someone in a way that is unfair or different from the way you treat other people |
| 23164 |
a French course with a bias towards the spoken language bias bias towards a special interest or ability in a particular thing, or a particular tendency |
| 23165 |
Witnesses may forget details or may be biased by reports in the media. bias to influence someone's opinions, decisions etc so that they behave or think in an unfair way |
| 23166 |
Breakfast cereals are in aisle three. aisle a passage between rows of seats, for example in a church, theatre, or plane, or between the shelves of a supermarket |
| 23167 |
The shops are running out of staples such as rice and cooking oil. staple an important product, especially a food, that people eat or use regularly |
| 23168 |
The black dress was an enduring staple of Diana's wardrobe. staple staple of a regular and important part or feature of something |
| 23169 |
Potatoes are a staple element of our diet. staple used for describing the products, especially foods, that are the most basic and important for a particular place or group of people |
| 23170 |
Mexico has not lifted the trophy since 1975. trophy win lift take a trophy a large silver cup or similar object given as a prize to the winner of a competition, especially a sports event |
| 23171 |
hunting trophies trophy something that you keep as proof of an achievement that you are proud of, for example a part of an animal that you have killed |
| 23172 |
trophy art trophy used about things that you get because you want to impress other people |
| 23173 |
a trophy wife trophy used about things that you get because you want to impress other people |
| 23174 |
She was trying to do her job honestly and fairly. honestly in a way that is honest and moral |
| 23175 |
I honestly can't remember. honestly used for emphasizing that what you are saying is true, especially when talking about yourself |
| 23176 |
Honestly, I'll be fine now. honestly used for emphasizing that what you are saying is true, especially when talking about yourself |
| 23177 |
Oh honestly, now look what he's done! honestly used for expressing slight anger at someone |
| 23178 |
ginger biscuits ginger containing or tasting of ginger |
| 23179 |
vocal technique vocal relating to the voice, or done with the voice |
| 23180 |
Foxes become more vocal during the mating season. vocal using the voice to express something |
| 23181 |
a vocal critic of the plan vocal someone who is vocal expresses their opinion frequently and strongly |
| 23182 |
a small but very vocal minority vocal someone who is vocal expresses their opinion frequently and strongly |
| 23183 |
He became increasingly vocal in his criticism of the president. vocal vocal in someone who is vocal expresses their opinion frequently and strongly |
| 23184 |
Who is on backing vocals? vocal the part of a piece of popular music that is sung |
| 23185 |
He has something of the 'lovable rogue' image. rogue someone who behaves badly but is still liked by other people |
| 23186 |
a rogue state rogue a rogue member of a group does not behave in the same way as its other members and is considered dangerous or likely to cause problems |
| 23187 |
bales of straw straw the yellow stems of dried crops such as wheat |
| 23188 |
a straw hat straw the yellow stems of dried crops such as wheat |
| 23189 |
She knew she was clutching at straws, thinking he might help her. straw clutch grasp at straws to try to find anything at all that will help you or give you hope in a difficult situation, when it is likely that you will find nothing |
| 23190 |
When he didn't come home that night, it was the last straw. straw the last final straw the last of a series of events that causes an angry or violent reaction |
| 23191 |
He has very bushy eyebrows. eyebrow the line of hair above an eye |
| 23192 |
He raised his eyebrows in disbelief. eyebrow raise your eyebrows to make your eyebrows go higher, for example because you are surprised |
| 23193 |
a noble and courageous leader noble behaving in an honest and brave way that other people admire |
| 23194 |
It was very noble of you to help. noble a noble action is one that you do to help other people, rather than for yourself. This word often shows that you don't think something is noble at all |
| 23195 |
'Jack's offered to look after the kids.' 'How noble of him!' noble a noble action is one that you do to help other people, rather than for yourself. This word often shows that you don't think something is noble at all |
| 23196 |
a young man of noble birth noble of noble birth descent blood belonging to the highest social class. In the UK, noble people usually have a title, for example Duke or Baroness |
| 23197 |
noble and majestic buildings noble large and impressive |
| 23198 |
his noble brow noble large and impressive |
| 23199 |
familiar hilly mountainous terrain terrain an area of land, usually one that has a particular physical feature |
| 23200 |
They were robbed by a man wearing a ski mask. mask something that you wear to cover part or all of your face in order to hide who you are or for decoration |
| 23201 |
a brightly coloured carnival mask mask something that you wear to cover part or all of your face in order to hide who you are or for decoration |
| 23202 |
His features hardened into an expressionless mask. mask an expression on someone's face that hides their true feelings, thoughts, or character |
| 23203 |
He let the mask slip a little as his trust grew. mask an expression on someone's face that hides their true feelings, thoughts, or character |
| 23204 |
His blue eyes were masked by dark glasses. mask to cover something in order to hide it |
| 23205 |
The noise of the party masked the sound of the traffic. mask to hide the smell, taste, or sound of something with a stronger smell or taste or a louder sound |
| 23206 |
She spoke calmly, masking her anger. mask to hide your true feelings, thoughts, or character |
| 23207 |
I wouldn't do it if I were you – it's too risky. risky involving the possibility of danger, harm, or failure |
| 23208 |
The decision is a politically risky one. risky involving the possibility of danger, harm, or failure |
| 23209 |
It would be risky to invest all your money in the project. risky risky to do something involving the possibility of danger, harm, or failure |
| 23210 |
Buying a house can be a risky business. risky a risky business (=something that involves a risk) involving the possibility of danger, harm, or failure |
| 23211 |
A well-known explorer came on the cruise as a guest lecturer. lecturer someone who gives a lecture |
| 23212 |
We hacked a trail through the bushes to bring in our supplies. hack to cut something in a rough way, with a lot of energy, or many times |
| 23213 |
The boys were hacking at the undergrowth with heavy sticks. hack hack (away) at to cut something in a rough way, with a lot of energy, or many times |
| 23214 |
Jo hacked a piece off the block of cheese. hack hack something off to cut something in a rough way, with a lot of energy, or many times |
| 23215 |
The script had been hacked to pieces by an incompetent editor. hack hack something to pieces to spoil a piece of writing by removing or changing a lot of its parts |
| 23216 |
I wasn't sure I could hack the finance course. hack to have enough energy or interest to deal with something |
| 23217 |
She just couldn't hack it as a journalist. hack hack it to have enough energy or interest to deal with something |
| 23218 |
Young kids are finding they can hack the computers of large corporations. hack to use a computer to connect to someone else's computer secretly and often illegally, so that you can find or change information on it |
| 23219 |
They hack into banks and transfer huge amounts of cash. hack hack into to use a computer to connect to someone else's computer secretly and often illegally, so that you can find or change information on it |
| 23220 |
She had a long face, with a high forehead. forehead the upper part of your face between your eyes and your hair |
| 23221 |
Carter wrinkled his forehead in concentration. forehead the upper part of your face between your eyes and your hair |
| 23222 |
The novel did not really exist as a genre before the 17th century. genre a particular style used in cinema, writing, or art, which can be recognized by certain features |
| 23223 |
There's a whole genre of films about city-dwellers lost in the wilderness. genre a particular style used in cinema, writing, or art, which can be recognized by certain features |
| 23224 |
This meeting has great symbolic importance for the people of Ireland. symbolic representing something important |
| 23225 |
It was highly symbolic that she named her son after our father. symbolic representing something important |
| 23226 |
The wedding rings are symbolic of their love. symbolic symbolic of used or considered as a symbol |
| 23227 |
symbolic paintings symbolic using or involving symbols |
| 23228 |
The vote is symbolically important. symbolic |
| 23229 |
European Union talks on the future of farming farming the activity or business of a being a farmer |
| 23230 |
sheep dairy farming farming the activity or business of a being a farmer |
| 23231 |
fish fur farming farming the activity or business of a being a farmer |
| 23232 |
a saucepan lid lid a cover for a container |
| 23233 |
She closed the lid of the suitcase. lid close lift open the lid a cover for a container |
| 23234 |
She's learned to put a tight lid on her emotions. lid keep put a lid on something to keep something strongly under control |
| 23235 |
a sloppy performance sloppy done in a very careless way |
| 23236 |
a sloppy sweatshirt sloppy sloppy clothes are loose and informal |
| 23237 |
a sloppy Valentine's card sloppy expressing emotions or romantic feelings in a way that seems silly or embarrassing |
| 23238 |
a thick stew with chunks of meat and vegetables in it chunk a large thick piece of something |
| 23239 |
That's a big chunk of money to have to pay every month. chunk a large amount or part of something |
| 23240 |
Recent opinion polls showed the Conservatives to be lagging by 13%. lag to not be as successful or advanced as another person, organization, or group |
| 23241 |
Their software tends to lag behind other producers. lag lag behind to not be as successful or advanced as another person, organization, or group |
| 23242 |
Come on, you two, stop lagging behind! lag lag behind to walk more slowly than someone who you are with |
| 23243 |
There is always a lag between the policy being announced and its implementation. lag a period of time or delay between one event and another |
| 23244 |
He needs a daily injection of insulin. injection a drug or another substance that is injected into your body |
| 23245 |
Did the doctor give you a measles injection? injection give someone an injection a drug or another substance that is injected into your body |
| 23246 |
We had to have five injections before the trip. injection have receive an injection a drug or another substance that is injected into your body |
| 23247 |
This medicine is usually administered by injection. injection the process of injecting a drug or another substance into your body |
| 23248 |
The company needs a huge injection of cash, and better trained staff. injection injection of the addition of money to a business, a government programme, or someone's bank account |
| 23249 |
the need for injection of capital from the parent bank injection the addition of money to a business, a government programme, or someone's bank account |
| 23250 |
I took part in a study on human sexuality. sexuality sexual feelings, attitudes, and activities |
| 23251 |
an irrelevant remark irrelevant not important or not relevant to what you are discussing or doing |
| 23252 |
The original date of the translation is irrelevant to its value as a historical source. irrelevant irrelevant to not important or not relevant to what you are discussing or doing |
| 23253 |
nappy heat nettle rash rash an area of small red spots on your skin, caused by an illness or an allergic reaction to something that you have touched, eaten etc |
| 23254 |
Local police are investigating a rash of burglaries in the area. rash a lot of instances of a particular thing taking place in a short period of time, especially something unpleasant |
| 23255 |
She began to regret her rash decision to leave her job. rash acting or done too quickly, without considering the effects of your actions |
| 23256 |
I know you're angry, but please don't do anything rash. rash acting or done too quickly, without considering the effects of your actions |
| 23257 |
Customers will receive a free tape as a bonus with any order over 30. bonus something good that you get in addition to what you expect |
| 23258 |
If you buy direct, products are much cheaper, with the added bonus of fast delivery to your door. bonus added bonus something good that you get in addition to what you expect |
| 23259 |
a Christmas bonus bonus extra money that you are paid in addition to your usual salary |
| 23260 |
a ripe juicy peach ripe ripe fruit or crops have grown to their full size and are ready to eat or use |
| 23261 |
Some of the smaller firms are ripe for takeover. ripe be ripe for something to be ready for something, especially a change |
| 23262 |
She lived to the ripe old age of 103. ripe ripe (old) age an age at which someone is very old. You can also use this expression in a humorous way about someone who is very young |
| 23263 |
She was running her own business at the ripe old age of 18. ripe ripe (old) age an age at which someone is very old. You can also use this expression in a humorous way about someone who is very young |
| 23264 |
The government decided the time was ripe for an election. ripe the time is ripe for something used for saying that a particular time is right for something to happen |
| 23265 |
She lifted the note carefully between finger and thumb. thumb the part at the side of your hand that is like a wide finger |
| 23266 |
He's really got you under his thumb, hasn't he? thumb under someone's thumb completely controlled by someone else |
| 23267 |
Hundreds of tourists have thumbed their noses at the travel restrictions. thumb thumb your nose at to show no respect for a rule, law, or person in authority |
| 23268 |
Julia was asleep, her breathing shallow but regular. breathing the process of taking air into the body and letting it out again, or the sound of this |
| 23269 |
heavy laboured breathing breathing the process of taking air into the body and letting it out again, or the sound of this |
| 23270 |
breathing difficulties breathing the process of taking air into the body and letting it out again, or the sound of this |
| 23271 |
I fell and twisted my ankle. ankle the part at the bottom of your leg where your foot joins your leg |
| 23272 |
ankle socks boots (=that come up to your ankle) ankle the part at the bottom of your leg where your foot joins your leg |
| 23273 |
He was stung by a wasp. sting if an insect or an animal stings you, it hurts you by sticking a sharp part of its body into your skin |
| 23274 |
Some types of spider can sting. sting if an insect or an animal stings you, it hurts you by sticking a sharp part of its body into your skin |
| 23275 |
My eyes were stinging with the salt in the water. sting to have or cause a sudden pain or uncomfortable feeling |
| 23276 |
The smoke stung her eyes. sting to have or cause a sudden pain or uncomfortable feeling |
| 23277 |
Stung by their recent defeat, the French are determined to win this time. sting to affect someone, often causing them to react in a particular way |
| 23278 |
She was stung by her father's criticism. sting to make someone feel angry and upset |
| 23279 |
I was stung twenty quid for this CD. sting be stung for something to make someone pay more than they should for something |
| 23280 |
How much did he sting you for this time? sting to borrow money from someone when they do not really want to give it to you |
| 23281 |
He had a nasty wasp sting on his leg. sting the pain that you feel when an insect, animal, or plant stings you, or the mark on your body where this happens |
| 23282 |
How do you treat bee stings? sting the pain that you feel when an insect, animal, or plant stings you, or the mark on your body where this happens |
| 23283 |
She felt the sting of tears in her eyes. sting a sudden pain or uncomfortable feeling |
| 23284 |
A pay bonus should take the sting out of the tax increases. sting take the sting out of something to make something less unpleasant |
| 23285 |
Unfortunately, computer errors are a common occurrence. occurrence something that happens, especially something unexpected and unpleasant |
| 23286 |
the widespread occurrence of gold in river deposits occurrence occurrence of the fact of something existing or happening, especially something unexpected and unpleasant |
| 23287 |
an increase in the occurrence of skin cancer occurrence the fact of something existing or happening, especially something unexpected and unpleasant |
| 23288 |
He is one of Mexico's foremost authorities on Aztec culture. foremost most important or most well known |
| 23289 |
a profitable business company investment profitable making a profit |
| 23290 |
Some of their new electronic products are highly profitable. profitable highly very profitable making a profit |
| 23291 |
profitable opportunities for further expansion profitable likely to increase your profits |
| 23292 |
the ability to identify profitable markets profitable likely to increase your profits |
| 23293 |
The trip should be an enjoyable and profitable experience. profitable giving you a benefit or advantage |
| 23294 |
I decided to switch to a more profitable line of questioning. profitable giving you a benefit or advantage |
| 23295 |
The shop had not been operating profitably for some time. profitable |
| 23296 |
You could spend your time more profitably with a good book. profitable |
| 23297 |
I'm sure the omission of my name was deliberate. deliberate intended, not done by chance or by accident |
| 23298 |
Her visit was a deliberate attempt to draw attention to the area. deliberate deliberate attempt effort intended, not done by chance or by accident |
| 23299 |
They are giving preference to women as a matter of deliberate policy. deliberate deliberate policy choice intended, not done by chance or by accident |
| 23300 |
He moved at a deliberate pace. deliberate slow and careful |
| 23301 |
Firefighters hosed the roofs. hose to direct water on something using a hose |
| 23302 |
Paul rose from his chair, bowed, and left the room. bow to bend your body forwards from the waist, especially to show respect for someone |
| 23303 |
Do people still have to bow to the Queen? bow bow to to bend your body forwards from the waist, especially to show respect for someone |
| 23304 |
She knelt and bowed her head. bow to bend your head forwards so that you are looking down |
| 23305 |
My father was walking along slowly, shoulders bowed. bow (with) head shoulders bowed to bend your head forwards so that you are looking down |
| 23306 |
She had a yellow ribbon in her hair, tied in a bow. bow tie something in a bow a knot that you tie in something such as a piece of string so that there are two circular parts and two loose ends |
| 23307 |
He smiled, then gave a bow. bow give a bow a forward movement of the top part of your body, especially to show respect |
| 23308 |
The organizers can take a well-deserved bow. bow used for saying that someone has achieved something special |
| 23309 |
Native American tribes tribe a large group of related families who live in the same area and share a common language, religion, and customs |
| 23310 |
the Makah tribe tribe a large group of related families who live in the same area and share a common language, religion, and customs |
| 23311 |
Do we have room for the whole tribe? tribe a very large family |
| 23312 |
It was a vicious foul, and the referee rightly sent him off. rightly for a good reason |
| 23313 |
Everyone is quite rightly concerned about what is going to happen now. rightly quite rightly (=very rightly) for a good reason |
| 23314 |
The public is worried, and rightly so. rightly and rightly so (=very rightly) for a good reason |
| 23315 |
There is a lot to be done, but as you rightly say, we must move carefully. rightly as you rightly point out say correctly, or accurately |
| 23316 |
He was driving his mum's car, if I remember rightly. rightly if I remember rightly correctly, or accurately |
| 23317 |
They believe, rightly or wrongly, that their violent protest will achieve their aims. rightly rightly or wrongly used for saying that something is true, whether people think it is a good thing or a bad thing |
| 23318 |
a tedious job tedious boring and continuing for too long |
| 23319 |
My boss was very supportive when I was ill. supportive helpful and sympathetic |
| 23320 |
He has always been extremely supportive of her. supportive helpful and sympathetic |
| 23321 |
Julie skipped along the pavement. skip to move forwards by jumping first on one foot and then the other |
| 23322 |
The three girls were out in the courtyard skipping. skip to jump over a rope that you or two other people swing above your head and then under your feet |
| 23323 |
It's not a good idea to skip breakfast. skip to avoid doing or having something |
| 23324 |
She's been skipping lessons all year. skip to avoid doing or having something |
| 23325 |
Let's skip that page and go on to the next chapter. skip to not do something, but to do the next thing instead |
| 23326 |
Let's skip to the final item of business. skip skip to to not do something, but to do the next thing instead |
| 23327 |
She's been skipping around the country for weeks now. skip to move quickly from one place or thing to another |
| 23328 |
They kept skipping from one topic to another. skip to move quickly from one place or thing to another |
| 23329 |
If you were about to ask me for money, skip it! skip skip it used for telling someone that you do not want to talk about something |
| 23330 |
a marble floor marble a hard smooth stone used for building and making statues. Marble is usually white with dark lines that are not regular in shape |
| 23331 |
Have you lost your marbles? We can't do it that way! marble lose your marbles to become crazy |
| 23332 |
The children giggled all the way through the film. giggle to laugh in a nervous, excited, or silly way that is difficult to control |
| 23333 |
She giggles at the smallest thing. giggle giggle at to laugh in a nervous, excited, or silly way that is difficult to control |
| 23334 |
The sound of giggles came from the girls' room. giggle a high laugh, especially a nervous or silly one |
| 23335 |
Let's all go into town tonight – it might be a giggle. giggle something that you do for fun because you think it is funny |
| 23336 |
During his speech, I got the giggles and had to leave. giggle get have the giggles to be unable to stop giggling |
| 23337 |
It was still dark when the helicopter plunged 500 feet into the sea. plunge to fall quickly from a high position |
| 23338 |
His car had plunged off the mountain road in heavy rain. plunge to fall quickly from a high position |
| 23339 |
The wind suddenly shifted and they were both plunged off the cliff. plunge to make someone or something fall quickly from a high position |
| 23340 |
Stone steps plunged down to the basement. plunge to slope downwards suddenly |
| 23341 |
The temperature is expected to plunge below zero degrees overnight. plunge if an amount or level plunges, it suddenly becomes much lower |
| 23342 |
He plunged towards the door and wrenched it open. plunge to move quickly in an uncontrolled way, or to make someone or something move in this way |
| 23343 |
A string of recent defeats has plunged the team dangerously near the bottom of the table. plunge to suddenly put someone or something in a much less successful situation, or to be suddenly put in such a situation |
| 23344 |
the plane's plunge into the sea plunge a quick fall from a high position |
| 23345 |
the plunge in oil prices plunge plunge in a sudden reduction in the amount or level of something |
| 23346 |
He took the plunge and asked her to marry him. plunge take the plunge to finally do something important, difficult, or dangerous after thinking about it |
| 23347 |
Two schools face the axe. axe a situation in which a government, a company, or an organization decides to end something or to get rid of a worker or their job |
| 23348 |
The minister was given the axe in the 'cash for influence' scandal. axe give someone something the axe a situation in which a government, a company, or an organization decides to end something or to get rid of a worker or their job |
| 23349 |
an angry young man with an axe to grind axe have an axe to grind to have an opinion or aim that influences your decisions and that you want other people to accept or consider |
| 23350 |
Almost 1,000 jobs were axed. axe to close a business, stop providing a service, or get rid of workers that you do not need |
| 23351 |
He hasn't got the maturity to be a father. maturity the qualities and behaviour that you would expect of a sensible adult |
| 23352 |
It takes roughly forty years for the trees to reach maturity. maturity full growth, or completed development |
| 23353 |
Their investments are in bonds of varying maturities and yields. maturity the time when the interest and profits on money that has been invested must be paid |
| 23354 |
I plan to study journalism at college. journalism the activity of reporting the news for a newspaper, magazine, radio programme, or television programme |
| 23355 |
The article was an excellent piece of investigative journalism. journalism the activity of reporting the news for a newspaper, magazine, radio programme, or television programme |
| 23356 |
The car started to roll downhill. downhill towards the bottom of a hill or slope |
| 23357 |
This area's been going downhill for years. downhill go downhill to get worse |
| 23358 |
the downhill path downhill going towards the bottom of a hill or slope |
| 23359 |
There was much celebration as it is all downhill from here. downhill to be easy after the difficult things that you have just done |
| 23360 |
After the beautiful imagery of the first chapter it's all downhill. downhill to become worse |
| 23361 |
the increasing use of robots in the car manufacturing industry robot a machine that can do work by itself, often work that humans do |
| 23362 |
Jones has recently revealed hidden talents as an actor. hidden if something is hidden, most people do not know about it or understand it |
| 23363 |
the hidden costs of being in hospital hidden if something is hidden, most people do not know about it or understand it |
| 23364 |
a hidden tape recorder camera hidden a hidden object or place is not easy to find |
| 23365 |
hidden valleys hidden a hidden object or place is not easy to find |
| 23366 |
tobacco advertising tobacco relating to tobacco |
| 23367 |
the tobacco industry tobacco relating to tobacco |
| 23368 |
tobacco smoke tobacco relating to tobacco |
| 23369 |
a young poet from a middle-class home middle-class belonging or relating to the middle class |
| 23370 |
people with middle-class tastes middle-class middle-class attitudes and behaviour are conservative ones that people consider to be typical of the middle class |
| 23371 |
It is ludicrous to suggest that she was a government agent. ludicrous extremely silly |
| 23372 |
a ludicrous new regulation ludicrous extremely silly |
| 23373 |
ludicrously expensive ludicrous |
| 23374 |
Over 50 clergy marched to Government House to register their protest. clergy the people who lead religious services, especially Christian priests. A man who leads religious services is sometimes called a clergyman and a woman who leads religious services is sometimes called a clergywoman |
| 23375 |
The Pope may consult certain sections of the clergy, but he alone decides. clergy the people who lead religious services, especially Christian priests. A man who leads religious services is sometimes called a clergyman and a woman who leads religious services is sometimes called a clergywoman |
| 23376 |
the introduction of Sunday trading trading the activity of buying and selling goods |
| 23377 |
the Office of Fair Trading trading the activity of buying and selling goods |
| 23378 |
trading standards trading the activity of buying and selling goods |
| 23379 |
Trading on the Milan stock market was light. trading the activity of buying and selling shares in companies |
| 23380 |
Doug likes to kid everyone he's the big macho tough guy. macho behaving in a way traditionally considered typical of a man, for example by being strong and willing to fight, and by hiding your feelings |
| 23381 |
a helpless and passive victim passive accepting what happens without trying to control or change events or to react to things |
| 23382 |
Watching television is a relatively passive activity. passive accepting what happens without trying to control or change events or to react to things |
| 23383 |
The death of my father was extremely traumatic for me. traumatic a traumatic experience or event makes you feel very upset, afraid, or shocked |
| 23384 |
Dad was putting up the Christmas decorations. decoration something nice that you put on or in something else to make it look more attractive |
| 23385 |
Building work and decoration are due to finish next year. decoration the activity of decorating a room |
| 23386 |
The report claimed that racial prejudice was still widespread. racial racial discrimination prejudice happening between people of different races |
| 23387 |
Nwobo claimed he was a victim of racial violence. racial racial conflict tension violence happening between people of different races |
| 23388 |
The government should do more to promote racial equality. racial racial equality happening between people of different races |
| 23389 |
The school has children from many different racial groups. racial relating to someone's race |
| 23390 |
people of different racial origins racial relating to someone's race |
| 23391 |
I felt my face burning with embarrassment. embarrassment a feeling of being nervous or ashamed because of what people know or think about you |
| 23392 |
He is such an embarrassment to his family. embarrassment embarrassment to someone or something that makes you feel ashamed |
| 23393 |
The court case was a huge embarrassment to the company. embarrassment embarrassment to someone or something that causes problems for an organization or politician |
| 23394 |
soy tomato mint sauce sauce a liquid food that you put on other foods to give them a particular flavour |
| 23395 |
ice cream and chocolate sauce sauce a liquid food that you put on other foods to give them a particular flavour |
| 23396 |
a fatal road accident fatal a fatal accident injury disease etc causing someone to die |
| 23397 |
a fatal heart attack fatal causing someone to die |
| 23398 |
In the nineteenth century childbirth often proved fatal. fatal prove fatal (=cause death) causing someone to die |
| 23399 |
The recession has proved fatal to many businesses. fatal prove fatal (=destroy something) with very serious negative effects |
| 23400 |
The sudden resignations dealt a fatal blow to the government. fatal a fatal blow with very serious negative effects |
| 23401 |
Yesterday's report highlighted fatal flaws in the system. fatal fatal flaw (=serious fault) with very serious negative effects |
| 23402 |
I made the fatal mistake of falling in love with him. fatal a fatal mistake error with very serious negative effects |
| 23403 |
This payment more than compensates for what we've lost. compensate compensate for to change or remove the bad result of something |
| 23404 |
Lack of confidence is often compensated for by an aggressive manner. compensate to behave in a way that is intended to reduce the effects of a personal fault |
| 23405 |
They were unlikely to be compensated for the damage to the house. compensate compensate someone for something to pay someone money because they have suffered an injury or loss |
| 23406 |
a strategy for making a dent in the crime statistics dent make a dent in something to reduce the amount of something |
| 23407 |
The impact had dented the car's front bumper. dent to make a dent in a surface |
| 23408 |
Their confidence had been badly dented by the defeat. dent to have a bad effect on something |
| 23409 |
Lewis unfolded the note and read it quickly. unfold to open something that was folded |
| 23410 |
We need to unfold the chairs before everyone arrives. unfold to open something that was folded |
| 23411 |
The first bright green leaves were unfolding in the hedge. unfold to become open after being folded |
| 23412 |
We stood and watched the drama unfold. unfold to happen, or to develop |
| 23413 |
the human catastrophe unfolding on Europe's doorstep unfold to happen, or to develop |
| 23414 |
The scandal is still unfolding, but there may be a resolution soon. unfold to become more clear as details become known |
| 23415 |
He made up some excuse about the dog eating his homework. make up to invent an explanation for something, especially in order to avoid being punished or embarrassed |
| 23416 |
They made up a little poem and wrote it in the card. make up to invent a story, poem etc |
| 23417 |
Women make up 40 per cent of the workforce. make up to combine together to form something larger |
| 23418 |
This book is made up of twelve separate short stories. make up to combine together to form something larger |
| 23419 |
I'll get the chemist to make this prescription up for you. make up to prepare or arrange something |
| 23420 |
Could you make up a list of all the things we need? make up to prepare or arrange something |
| 23421 |
You should stay the night – I'll make up a bed for you. make up make up a bed to prepare or arrange something |
| 23422 |
I'm paying 500, and Dave is making up the rest. make up to make an amount or a number complete |
| 23423 |
Why don't you two forget your differences and make up? make up to become friendly with someone again after an argument |
| 23424 |
They argue a lot, but they always kiss and make up. make up kiss and make up to become friendly with someone again after an argument |
| 23425 |
Tom still hasn't made up with Alice. make up make up with to become friendly with someone again after an argument |
| 23426 |
Sorry I'm late; I'll make up the time this evening. make up to work at different times from usual because you have not worked enough at the normal times |
| 23427 |
You could make up some new curtains from that material. make up to produce something from cloth |
| 23428 |
They made my face up to look like a clown. make up to put make-up on someone's face |
| 23429 |
Gina wears no make-up at all and has wonderfully clear skin. make-up wear make-up substances that people put on their faces, including their eyes and lips, in order to look attractive or to change their appearance |
| 23430 |
Rachel was still putting on her make-up when the taxi arrived. make-up put on apply make-up substances that people put on their faces, including their eyes and lips, in order to look attractive or to change their appearance |
| 23431 |
Do the police reflect the make-up of society as a whole? make-up make-up of the people or things that combine to form a single group or whole |
| 23432 |
the strengths and weaknesses of his psychological make-up make-up the individual qualities and attitudes that combine to form someone's basic character |
| 23433 |
a nuclear submarine submarine a ship that can travel both on the surface of the water and under water |
| 23434 |
submarine telephone cables submarine under the surface of the sea |
| 23435 |
Laughter is taken as a sign of well-being. well-being the satisfactory state that someone or something should be in, that involves such things as being happy, healthy, and safe, and having enough money |
| 23436 |
economic physical emotional social well-being well-being the satisfactory state that someone or something should be in, that involves such things as being happy, healthy, and safe, and having enough money |
| 23437 |
The company looks after the well-being of its employees. well-being well-being of the satisfactory state that someone or something should be in, that involves such things as being happy, healthy, and safe, and having enough money |
| 23438 |
I felt a growing sense of peace and well-being. well-being a sense of well-being the satisfactory state that someone or something should be in, that involves such things as being happy, healthy, and safe, and having enough money |
| 23439 |
The popularity of professional sports has been increasing steadily. popularity popularity of a situation in which someone or something is popular with many people |
| 23440 |
Small cars have gained in popularity as petrol prices have risen. popularity gain in popularity (=become more popular) a situation in which someone or something is popular with many people |
| 23441 |
She died at the height of her popularity. popularity at the height peak of someone's popularity (=when they are most popular) a situation in which someone or something is popular with many people |
| 23442 |
crab salad crab the meat from a crab eaten as food |
| 23443 |
He predicted doom for any country that did not act immediately. doom a bad event, usually death, destruction, or complete failure, that will happen in the future and cannot be avoided |
| 23444 |
A sense of impending doom hung over the meeting. doom impending doom (=likely to happen soon) a bad event, usually death, destruction, or complete failure, that will happen in the future and cannot be avoided |
| 23445 |
the famous castle in Denmark where Hamlet met his doom doom meet your doom (=die in an unpleasant way) a bad event, usually death, destruction, or complete failure, that will happen in the future and cannot be avoided |
| 23446 |
Despite all the doom and gloom in the City, there are still some bright spots in the stock market. doom doom and gloom a feeling that a situation is very bad and without hope |
| 23447 |
The arrival of the home computer spelt doom for the typewriter. doom spell doom for to cause the end, death, or destruction of someone or something |
| 23448 |
The invention of the train doomed the canals to extinction. doom doom someone something to something to make someone or something certain to fail, be destroyed, be extremely unhappy etc |
| 23449 |
She felt she was doomed to work in an office all her life. doom doom someone something to do something to make someone or something certain to fail, be destroyed, be extremely unhappy etc |
| 23450 |
These schemes are always doomed to failure. doom be doomed to failure to make someone or something certain to fail, be destroyed, be extremely unhappy etc |
| 23451 |
Fifty-one per cent of eligible voters voted in favour. eligible allowed by rules or laws to do something or to receive something |
| 23452 |
If you are eligible for financial help, we will tell you how to claim. eligible eligible for allowed by rules or laws to do something or to receive something |
| 23453 |
She will be eligible to compete in the next Winter Games. eligible eligible to do something allowed by rules or laws to do something or to receive something |
| 23454 |
He is one of the most eligible bachelors in Europe today. eligible considered to be suitable as a marriage partner because you are rich or attractive |
| 23455 |
The school was like a second family, providing continuity and stability. continuity a situation in which something happens or exists for a long time without stopping or changing |
| 23456 |
marital problems difficulties marital relating to marriage |
| 23457 |
They're a lovely bunch who have made me feel welcome. bunch a group of people |
| 23458 |
The volunteers are a very mixed bunch of people. bunch a group of people |
| 23459 |
Take some of my paper clips – I have a bunch. bunch a bunch a large number or amount |
| 23460 |
I have a bunch of stuff I have to do before lunch. bunch a bunch of a large number or amount |
| 23461 |
You told Tony what I said? Thanks a bunch. bunch thanks a bunch thank you very much. This phrase is often used when you are angry or as a joke when you really are not grateful |
| 23462 |
The girls were bunched up on one side of the room. bunch if a group of people bunch or are bunched, they get very close to each other |
| 23463 |
The guests all bunched together near the buffet table. bunch bunch together if a group of people bunch or are bunched, they get very close to each other |
| 23464 |
This skirt tends to bunch around my waist. bunch if cloth bunches, or if you bunch it, it comes together in small folds |
| 23465 |
We'll bunch these herbs and sell them. bunch to put things such as flowers into a bunch |
| 23466 |
He kept bunching his hand into a fist. bunch to form a tight round shape, or to make something do this |
| 23467 |
Karen bunched up the paper and threw it away. bunch to form a tight round shape, or to make something do this |
| 23468 |
He hung his coat on a hook on the back of the door. hook a curved piece of metal or plastic for hanging things on |
| 23469 |
a meat hook hook a curved piece of metal or plastic fixed to a pole or with a handle at the other end, used for catching hold of something |
| 23470 |
a boat hook hook a curved piece of metal or plastic fixed to a pole or with a handle at the other end, used for catching hold of something |
| 23471 |
a left hook to the jaw hook a left right hook a hit that a boxer (=someone who fights as a sport) makes with their arm bent |
| 23472 |
If Annie sets her mind on having something, she'll get it by hook or by crook. hook by hook or by crook in whatever way is possible |
| 23473 |
I told her we'd bought a yacht and she fell for it hook line and sinker. hook hook, line, and sinker believing something completely, usually something that is not true |
| 23474 |
I can't believe his boss has let him off the hook again. hook having avoided a duty, an unpleasant situation, or a punishment |
| 23475 |
a ladder that hooks over the edge of the roof hook hook (something) over onto something to fix or hang something to something else, or to be fastened to something else, especially by a hook or by a similar part |
| 23476 |
He hooked the umbrella over his arm and went outside. hook to fix or hang something to something else, or to be fastened to something else, especially by a hook or by a similar part |
| 23477 |
Lucy hooked her arm through Peter's. hook hook something through something to put your arm, finger, leg etc round something to hold it or bring it closer to you |
| 23478 |
He stood with his thumbs hooked into his waistcoat pockets. hook hook something into something to put your arm, finger, leg etc round something to hold it or bring it closer to you |
| 23479 |
What's the best way to hook customers? hook to attract someone and keep their interest or loyalty |
| 23480 |
Skim the fat off the soup. skim skim off to remove a substance that is floating on the surface of a liquid |
| 23481 |
We stood on the bridge watching swallows skimming the water. skim to move quickly over the surface of something, or to make something do this |
| 23482 |
Water skiers skimmed across the bay. skim skim across over to move quickly over the surface of something, or to make something do this |
| 23483 |
Would you skim through the report and check for spelling mistakes? skim skim through to read something quickly and not very carefully |
| 23484 |
The bird can be recognized by the dark streaks on its breast. streak a line or long mark on something that is a different colour from the colour surrounding it |
| 23485 |
a streak of lightning (=a long line of lightning) streak streak of a line or long mark on something that is a different colour from the colour surrounding it |
| 23486 |
The child has a stubborn streak. streak a part of someone's character, or a type of behaviour that is different from the rest of their character |
| 23487 |
There may be a streak of insanity in the family. streak streak of a part of someone's character, or a type of behaviour that is different from the rest of their character |
| 23488 |
They seem to be on a winning streak at the moment. streak a winning losing streak a series of wins losses following one after another in a game or sport |
| 23489 |
windows streaked with rain streak to leave lines or long marks on something |
| 23490 |
a comet streaking across the sky streak to move very quickly |
| 23491 |
I find some Japanese words very difficult to pronounce. pronounce to say the sounds of letters or words |
| 23492 |
'Busy' is pronounced to rhyme with 'dizzy'. pronounce to say the sounds of letters or words |
| 23493 |
Did I pronounce your name correctly? pronounce to say the sounds of letters or words |
| 23494 |
The court pronounced her innocent of all charges. pronounce to formally state an official opinion or decision |
| 23495 |
Reagan would pronounce on issues that interested him. pronounce to formally state an official opinion or decision |
| 23496 |
He was pronounced dead on arrival at the hospital. pronounce pronounce someone dead to state as an official medical fact that someone is dead |
| 23497 |
I now pronounce you husband and wife. pronounce pronounce someone man husband and wife to state as an official legal fact that two people are married |
| 23498 |
The jury found her guilty and the judge pronounced sentence. pronounce pronounce sentence to announce in a court of law what someone's punishment for a crime will be |
| 23499 |
He pronounced himself delighted with the results. pronounce pronounce yourself satisfied unsatisfied etc to formally state that you are satisfied not satisfied etc |
| 23500 |
classical modern ballet ballet a type of dancing used for telling a story, with complicated movements that need great skill and a lot of training |
| 23501 |
His dream had been to study ballet. ballet a type of dancing used for telling a story, with complicated movements that need great skill and a lot of training |
| 23502 |
a ballet dancer school company ballet a type of dancing used for telling a story, with complicated movements that need great skill and a lot of training |
| 23503 |
the Bolshoi Ballet ballet a group of dancers who perform ballet |
| 23504 |
Brushing regularly keeps your gums healthy. gum the firm pink flesh in your mouth that your teeth are fixed into |
| 23505 |
gum disease gum the firm pink flesh in your mouth that your teeth are fixed into |
| 23506 |
a stick of gum gum chewing gum |
| 23507 |
aromatic gum gum a sticky substance that comes from some trees |
| 23508 |
I gummed the photographs onto the page. gum to stick one thing to another with glue |
| 23509 |
gummed labels gum to put glue onto paper so that it can be stuck onto something else |
| 23510 |
Hesketh was the heir to a grocery fortune. heir heir to someone who will receive money, property, or a title when another person dies |
| 23511 |
Richard was now heir to the throne of the Angevin Empire. heir heir to the throne (=the next king or queen) someone who will receive money, property, or a title when another person dies |
| 23512 |
the heirs to Mussolini's fascist regime heir heir to the next person to have a particular job or to continue someone's work or ideas |
| 23513 |
His voice changed and became positively angry. positively used for emphasizing that something is true, especially something surprising or unexpected |
| 23514 |
We need to approach this problem positively. positively in a way that is likely to have good results |
| 23515 |
Most people reacted quite positively to the proposal. positively in a way that shows you approve or agree with something |
| 23516 |
'Believe in yourself,' he said positively. positively in a confident or definite way |
| 23517 |
There are insufficient funds in your account. insufficient not enough |
| 23518 |
The police had insufficient evidence to arrest him. insufficient not enough |
| 23519 |
Instead of using silicon, they have substituted a more flexible material. substitute to use something new or different instead of what is normally used |
| 23520 |
You can substitute chicken for beef if you don't like red meat. substitute substitute something for something to use something new or different instead of what is normally used |
| 23521 |
The objective is to substitute real democratic politics for conflict and violence. substitute to use something new or different instead of what is normally used |
| 23522 |
She suggested that we take out the word 'demand' and substitute 'request'. substitute to remove one thing and put something else in its place |
| 23523 |
Police investigators substituted Palmer's bag for a similar one, then followed him to his hideout. substitute substitute something for something to remove one thing and put something else in its place |
| 23524 |
Owing to the high insurance costs, the original painting has been substituted with a copy. substitute substitute something with something to remove one thing and put something else in its place |
| 23525 |
Beckham limped off with an injured ankle and was substituted by Fowler. substitute to replace a member of a sports team with another player during a game |
| 23526 |
Mark will substitute for me tomorrow. substitute substitute for to do someone else's job for a short period of time |
| 23527 |
We couldn't get cream, so we used yoghurt as a substitute. substitute something that is used instead of something else |
| 23528 |
a milk sugar meat substitute substitute something that is used instead of something else |
| 23529 |
a synthetic substitute for rubber substitute substitute for something that is used instead of something else |
| 23530 |
a substitute form of energy substitute used as a substitute |
| 23531 |
Rituals and superstitions may become a substitute for a religious life. substitute something that people accept instead of something else, even though they know that it is not as good or as useful |
| 23532 |
Of course a pet is a poor substitute for human companionship. substitute a poor inadequate substitute something that people accept instead of something else, even though they know that it is not as good or as useful |
| 23533 |
Feeling sorry for someone is no substitute for love. substitute be no substitute for something (=to not be as good) something that people accept instead of something else, even though they know that it is not as good or as useful |
| 23534 |
There's no substitute for experience. substitute there is no substitute for something used for saying that nothing else is good or useful enough to replace something |
| 23535 |
They are investigating the mysterious disappearance of a young man. mysterious not explained or understood |
| 23536 |
He died in mysterious circumstances. mysterious mysterious circumstances not explained or understood |
| 23537 |
a mysterious woman in a white suit mysterious not recognized or known |
| 23538 |
a mysterious illness mysterious not recognized or known |
| 23539 |
Stop being so mysterious and tell us what happened! mysterious keeping things secret, especially in a way that makes other people want to discover what they are |
| 23540 |
The rugged mountains in the distance were dark and mysterious. mysterious full of secrets |
| 23541 |
Dr Yuen's specialty is paediatrics. specialty a particular area of medicine that someone is an expert in |
| 23542 |
My husband usually trails behind me when I'm shopping. trail trail after behind around to move slowly and in a tired or unhappy way, often so that you are a short distance behind other people |
| 23543 |
A recent poll shows the Democrats trailing the Republicans. trail to be losing in a competition or election |
| 23544 |
At the end of the round, Garcia trailed by two strokes. trail trail by to be losing in a competition or election |
| 23545 |
Trailing his coat in the dirt, he turned towards home. trail to pull something behind you, or to be pulled behind someone or something |
| 23546 |
I don't want the dress to trail along the ground. trail to pull something behind you, or to be pulled behind someone or something |
| 23547 |
The dogs came in, trailing mud everywhere. trail to leave marks on a surface or a substance in the air as you go through a place |
| 23548 |
a jeep trailing clouds of dust trail to leave marks on a surface or a substance in the air as you go through a place |
| 23549 |
Old cables and wires trailed across the garden. trail trail across over along if a line of marks or long thin objects trail across a place, they are left there by someone or something |
| 23550 |
Detectives trailed Evans for weeks. trail to follow someone secretly in order to learn something about them |
| 23551 |
geraniums trailing from terracotta pots trail if something trails somewhere, it hangs down from something |
| 23552 |
The trail led down to the lake. trail a path through the countryside, especially one designed for walking for pleasure |
| 23553 |
We followed a winding trail into the mountains. trail follow a trail a path through the countryside, especially one designed for walking for pleasure |
| 23554 |
a trail of blood trail trail of a series of marks or objects left by someone or something that shows they have been there |
| 23555 |
He left a trail of muddy footprints. trail leave a trail a series of marks or objects left by someone or something that shows they have been there |
| 23556 |
We followed the trail of ribbons he had tied to the trees. trail follow a trail a series of marks or objects left by someone or something that shows they have been there |
| 23557 |
Dogs can follow a bear's trail for several miles. trail follow a trail a smell or series of marks left by an animal |
| 23558 |
Hurricane Andrew left a trail of destruction along the coast. trail trail of damage or harm caused by something bad |
| 23559 |
a trail of murders robberies trail a series of bad or harmful events |
| 23560 |
The trail of missing funds led investigators directly to Wang. trail a series of pieces of connected evidence that prove that someone did something wrong or illegal |
| 23561 |
The usual pack of reporters were following Bush on the campaign trail. trail the campaign championship winning comeback trail a series of activities that you do in order to achieve something |
| 23562 |
Sefton hits the cup trail tomorrow, following today's win. trail hit the trail (=begin to try to achieve something) a series of activities that you do in order to achieve something |
| 23563 |
Detectives are hot on the trail of a serial killer. trail (hot) on the trail of very close to finding someone or to discovering something |
| 23564 |
She sneaked into the house by the back entrance. sneak to move somewhere quietly and secretly so that no one can see you or hear you |
| 23565 |
While his parents were busy, Joe sneaked off to play. sneak to move somewhere quietly and secretly so that no one can see you or hear you |
| 23566 |
I sneaked the book out of my father's study. sneak to take someone or something secretly or illegally |
| 23567 |
She managed to sneak him another piece of cake. sneak sneak someone something to take someone or something secretly or illegally |
| 23568 |
Let's sneak some pizza into the cinema. sneak sneak someone something into something to take someone or something secretly or illegally |
| 23569 |
The other kids sneaked on him. sneak sneak on to tell someone about something wrong that someone else has done. The American word is snitch |
| 23570 |
He sneaked a glance at what she was writing. sneak sneak a look glance etc at to secretly take a quick look at someone or something |
| 23571 |
a sneak attack sneak not expected or seen by people |
| 23572 |
a sneak thief sneak not expected or seen by people |
| 23573 |
He was instructed to act with extreme caution. caution with caution careful thought and lack of hurry in order to try to avoid risks or danger |
| 23574 |
Politicians should exercise caution in their expenditure of taxpayers' money. caution exercise caution (=behave with care) careful thought and lack of hurry in order to try to avoid risks or danger |
| 23575 |
The US favours an immediate military response but European leaders are urging caution. caution urge advise caution careful thought and lack of hurry in order to try to avoid risks or danger |
| 23576 |
Scientists have advised caution in interpreting these results. caution careful thought before accepting something as true |
| 23577 |
The evidence of police informants needs to be treated with caution. caution treat something with caution careful thought before accepting something as true |
| 23578 |
A word of caution: the roads are very icy. caution a word note of caution a warning that you should be careful |
| 23579 |
Researchers cautioned that the drug is only partly effective. caution caution that to tell someone about a danger or problem that they need to know about or avoid. In ordinary speech, it is more usual to say that you warn someone |
| 23580 |
The judge cautioned them against taking the law into their own hands. caution caution (someone) against something to tell someone about a danger or problem that they need to know about or avoid. In ordinary speech, it is more usual to say that you warn someone |
| 23581 |
The report cautions against over-optimistic expectations. caution to tell someone about a danger or problem that they need to know about or avoid. In ordinary speech, it is more usual to say that you warn someone |
| 23582 |
Take care, the steps are slippery. slippery a slippery surface, object etc is difficult to move on or to hold because it is smooth, wet, or covered in something such as ice or oil |
| 23583 |
The bank has promised a donation of 24 million towards the disaster fund. donation money or goods that you give to an organization, especially one that helps people |
| 23584 |
If you would like to make a credit card donation, ring us now. donation money or goods that you give to an organization, especially one that helps people |
| 23585 |
organ blood sperm donation donation the process of giving blood, sperm, or a part of your body to help someone who needs it |
| 23586 |
a food allergy allergy a medical condition in which you become sick or your skin becomes covered with red marks as a reaction to something you eat, breathe, or touch |
| 23587 |
She has an allergy to cow's milk. allergy a medical condition in which you become sick or your skin becomes covered with red marks as a reaction to something you eat, breathe, or touch |
| 23588 |
Stress can weaken the immune system. weaken to make someone physically less strong and healthy, or to become less strong and healthy |
| 23589 |
She began to weaken after running for 8 miles. weaken to make someone physically less strong and healthy, or to become less strong and healthy |
| 23590 |
Many buildings had already been weakened by last year's storms. weaken to make a structure more likely to break, or to become more likely to break |
| 23591 |
A peace deal between Israel and Lebanon would have weakened Syria's influence in the region. weaken to make someone or something less powerful or important, or to become less powerful or important |
| 23592 |
If your facts are wrong, that's going to weaken your case. weaken to make someone less determined or less certain |
| 23593 |
No amount of violence will weaken our resolve. weaken weaken someone's resolve morale resistance spirit to make someone less determined or less certain |
| 23594 |
In the end I weakened and agreed to go. weaken if someone weakens about an opinion or a decision, they become less certain about it |
| 23595 |
a car tyre tyre a thick rubber cover that fits round the wheel of a bicycle, car, or other vehicle |
| 23596 |
The two front tyres were flat. tyre a thick rubber cover that fits round the wheel of a bicycle, car, or other vehicle |
| 23597 |
She lay awake, listening to the thunder and lightning. lightning the bright flashes of light that you see in the sky during a storm |
| 23598 |
A flash of lightning lit up the sky. lightning a flash of lightning the bright flashes of light that you see in the sky during a storm |
| 23599 |
Bob was struck by lightning while playing golf. lightning be struck by lightning (=be hit by lightning) the bright flashes of light that you see in the sky during a storm |
| 23600 |
Ali was famed for his lightning reactions and ready wit. lightning very quick |
| 23601 |
These guys move around at lightning speed. lightning at with lightning speed (=very quickly) very quick |
| 23602 |
She received a fine and was placed on probation for four years. probation place put someone on probation a system by which someone who has committed a crime is not sent to prison, but has to agree not to break the law again and to let a probation officer check their behaviour for a specific period of time |
| 23603 |
Harris was given 18 months' probation. probation get be given probation a system by which someone who has committed a crime is not sent to prison, but has to agree not to break the law again and to let a probation officer check their behaviour for a specific period of time |
| 23604 |
This spring has been particularly difficult for allergy sufferers. sufferer someone who has a particular problem or disease |
| 23605 |
Nick has some managerial experience. managerial relating to the job of a manager, especially in a company |
| 23606 |
a managerial position role managerial relating to the job of a manager, especially in a company |
| 23607 |
a gambling den den a secret place where people meet to do illegal things |
| 23608 |
The government's new healthcare plan is the most elaborate yet. elaborate very detailed and complicated |
| 23609 |
I took no notice of John's elaborate preparations for travel. elaborate used about something that is more complicated than is practical or necessary |
| 23610 |
There are times when you need a more elaborate flower arrangement. elaborate used about something that has a lot of extra details or features that make it special |
| 23611 |
The police refused to elaborate on the circumstances of the arrest. elaborate elaborate on to give more details or information about something |
| 23612 |
The President sent a letter to both nations urging restraint. restraint the limit or control of the expression of strong emotion or opinion |
| 23613 |
the use of wage restraint to curb inflation restraint an act of limiting or controlling something, or a situation in which this happens, especially in business or politics |
| 23614 |
mandatory seat belts and head restraints restraint something that holds you and physically controls your movements, often to protect your safety |
| 23615 |
He left of his own free will and not under restraint. restraint the act or process of stopping the free movement of a person or the free progress of an activity |
| 23616 |
We need to exercise restraint on spending. restraint exercise restraint the act or process of stopping the free movement of a person or the free progress of an activity |
| 23617 |
to renew a licence passport lease renew to arrange for something to continue for a longer period of time |
| 23618 |
to renew a book (=be allowed to keep a library book for a longer period of time) renew to arrange for something to continue for a longer period of time |
| 23619 |
He failed to renew his contract, which expired last month. renew to arrange for something to continue for a longer period of time |
| 23620 |
The reunion offers an opportunity to renew acquaintance with old friends. renew to start a friendship or relationship again after a period of time when it stopped existing |
| 23621 |
The parties renewed their efforts to agree the treaty. renew to do something again after a pause, usually with more energy or emphasis than before |
| 23622 |
Student organizations renewed their call for a reduction in tuition fees. renew renew a call appeal to do something again after a pause, usually with more energy or emphasis than before |
| 23623 |
You may need to renew the brake linings. renew to replace something that is old or damaged |
| 23624 |
the head gardener on an estate gardener someone whose job is to look after a garden |
| 23625 |
an economic humanitarian natural catastrophe catastrophe an event that causes a lot of damage or makes a lot of people suffer |
| 23626 |
It would be a catastrophe if we didn't qualify for the World Cup next year. catastrophe used about an event that causes serious difficulty for a particular person or group of people |
| 23627 |
moral ethical political dilemmas dilemma a situation in which you have to make a difficult decision |
| 23628 |
I'm in a dilemma over whether to tell him or not. dilemma in a dilemma (over something) a situation in which you have to make a difficult decision |
| 23629 |
We now face an embarrassing dilemma: Should we stay or go? dilemma face a dilemma a situation in which you have to make a difficult decision |
| 23630 |
high tech computer companies high tech using the most modern or advanced technology available, especially electronic equipment and computers |
| 23631 |
the car's high tech steering system high tech using the most modern or advanced technology available, especially electronic equipment and computers |
| 23632 |
We sell computer systems in lots of different configurations. configuration the way in which the different parts of something are arranged |
| 23633 |
Keep your front and rear lights in good working order. rear at the back of something |
| 23634 |
Most farmers in the area rear sheep. rear to look after a child or young animal until it is fully grown |
| 23635 |
child-rearing methods rear to look after a child or young animal until it is fully grown |
| 23636 |
a generation of children reared on violent computer games rear be reared on something to experience a lot of something while you are growing up |
| 23637 |
Racism once again reared its ugly head during the election campaign. rear rear its (ugly) head to appear and cause problems |
| 23638 |
The main entrance is at the rear. rear at the rear the part of a place or thing that is at the back |
| 23639 |
the rear of the bus house procession rear rear of the part of a place or thing that is at the back |
| 23640 |
Mother led the way, with the children bringing up the rear. rear bring up the rear to be the last in a line or group |
| 23641 |
Beware, buying a house is full of problems. beware used to warn someone of danger or difficulty |
| 23642 |
Beware of the dog! beware beware of used to warn someone of danger or difficulty |
| 23643 |
You should beware of using too many colours together. beware beware of doing something used to warn someone of danger or difficulty |
| 23644 |
We embarked at Naples. embark to get on a ship in order to begin a journey, or to put someone or something on a ship |
| 23645 |
Our people have suffered untold hardship and misery. misery the state of being extremely unhappy or uncomfortable |
| 23646 |
The heatwave brought traffic misery to thousands. misery the state of being extremely unhappy or uncomfortable |
| 23647 |
Children were living in misery, without housing, school, or clinics. misery in misery the state of being extremely unhappy or uncomfortable |
| 23648 |
He wasn't prepared for the physical miseries of prison. misery something that causes people to suffer or be unhappy |
| 23649 |
He had harassed her and made her life a misery. misery make someone's life a misery to cause someone to suffer or be unhappy for a long period |
| 23650 |
Oh, come on, put me out of my misery. Who is he? misery put someone out of their misery to tell someone something they are very keen to know, so that they stop worrying about it |
| 23651 |
Jane was crunching a peppermint noisily. crunch to bite hard food, causing it to make a loud noise |
| 23652 |
Leaves crunched under our feet as we walked up the path to the house. crunch to make a noise like something being crushed |
| 23653 |
They crunched across splintered glass and wood to the door. crunch to move on a surface that makes the noise of something being crushed |
| 23654 |
the crunch of crisps crunch the loud noise that something hard makes when you bite it |
| 23655 |
I could hear the crunch of someone's feet on the gravel. crunch a noise like something being crushed |
| 23656 |
If it comes to the crunch, can I rely on you to support me? crunch if when it comes to the crunch the time when something important or difficult happens or must be decided |
| 23657 |
a crunch match crunch extremely important, usually because of having a major effect on the result of a situation |
| 23658 |
July 1 is crunch time for us. crunch crunch time extremely important, usually because of having a major effect on the result of a situation |
| 23659 |
a credit budget crunch crunch a situation that is very difficult because you do not have enough of something, especially time or money |
| 23660 |
Importantly, these measures were accepted by all political parties. importantly used for emphasizing that something is important |
| 23661 |
How did Jamie know? And, more importantly, what did he know? importantly used for emphasizing that something is important |
| 23662 |
He moved forward importantly, pushing the others aside. importantly in a way that shows you think you are important |
| 23663 |
We try to share the housekeeping. housekeeping the jobs that need to be done in a house, for example cleaning and cooking |
| 23664 |
This is just a small token of our appreciation. appreciation the feeling you have when you are grateful to someone |
| 23665 |
The award is given in appreciation of her huge contribution to the film industry. appreciation in appreciation (of) the feeling you have when you are grateful to someone |
| 23666 |
There is a growing appreciation of the need for environmental reforms. appreciation the ability to understand the true nature of a situation, and realize why it is important or serious |
| 23667 |
The course allows students to gain an appreciation of what life was like then. appreciation the ability to understand the true nature of a situation, and realize why it is important or serious |
| 23668 |
We share an appreciation of music. appreciation appreciation of pleasure in understanding something that is good or beautiful |
| 23669 |
maternity clothes maternity designed or provided for women who are pregnant or who have just had a baby |
| 23670 |
maternity pay benefits maternity designed or provided for women who are pregnant or who have just had a baby |
| 23671 |
The newspaper aims to cover a diverse range of issues. diverse very different from each other |
| 23672 |
a diverse workforce diverse including people from many different cultures or races |
| 23673 |
Attempts to revive him failed, and he died soon afterwards. revive to make someone become conscious or alive again |
| 23674 |
Jenkins certainly has the ability to revive Australian women's tennis. revive to become, or to make something become, active, successful, or popular again |
| 23675 |
The railway revived the flagging fortunes of the town. revive revive someone's something's fortunes (=improve a situation for someone something) to become, or to make something become, active, successful, or popular again |
| 23676 |
I need a cup of tea to revive me! revive to make someone feel better, or to start feeling better |
| 23677 |
It's amazing what a five-star hotel can do to revive your spirits. revive revive someone's spirits (=to make someone feel happier or less tired) to make someone feel better, or to start feeling better |
| 23678 |
Ancient civilizations were based on slavery. slavery the system of owning people as slaves |
| 23679 |
women who were forced into sexual slavery slavery the condition of being a slave, or of having to work for another person |
| 23680 |
the departure lounge lounge a room or area in a place such as an airport where people can sit and wait |
| 23681 |
the TV coffee lounge lounge a public room in a place such as a hotel, university, or hospital where people can sit and relax |
| 23682 |
Teenage boys were lounging against the wall. lounge to lie, sit, or lean in a relaxed or lazy way |
| 23683 |
The judge found him not guilty by reason of insanity. insanity very severe mental illness that makes it impossible for someone to be considered legally responsible for their actions |
| 23684 |
It would be insanity to accept their offer. insanity it is insanity to do something very stupid or crazy behaviour that can cause serious problems, harm, or injury |
| 23685 |
your parental rights and responsibilities parental involving or provided by parents |
| 23686 |
a back and shoulder massage massage the action of pressing, squeezing, and rubbing someone's body in order to reduce pain in their muscles or to make them relax |
| 23687 |
an attempt to massage sales figures massage to change numbers or information in order to make a situation seem better than it really is |
| 23688 |
They were all loyal supporters of the King. loyal willing to support, work for, or be a friend to someone, even in difficult times |
| 23689 |
a most loyal friend servant employee loyal willing to support, work for, or be a friend to someone, even in difficult times |
| 23690 |
Many women stay loyal to errant husbands. loyal loyal to willing to support, work for, or be a friend to someone, even in difficult times |
| 23691 |
a loyal customer client patient loyal continuing to use the products or services of a particular business |
| 23692 |
He loyally supported his party. loyal |
| 23693 |
Attempts to save the dying man failed. dying not likely to live much longer |
| 23694 |
his dying words dying done or spoken just before death |
| 23695 |
He scored in the dying moments of the game. dying the dying moments seconds of something the period of time just before something ends |
| 23696 |
To my dying day I'll never forget the look on his face. dying to until someone's dying day used for saying that someone will always remember or feel something |
| 23697 |
We'll get the work done by outsiders if it's cheaper. outsider someone who does not belong to a particular group or organization |
| 23698 |
a group that is hostile to outsiders outsider someone who does not belong to a particular group or organization |
| 23699 |
I realize I am backing a rank outsider! outsider rank complete outsider a person or animal who seems to have no chance of winning a competition |
| 23700 |
developmental abnormalities developmental relating to a child's growth and ability to learn things |
| 23701 |
a conference on developmental strategies in Africa developmental relating to the development of a country or economy |
| 23702 |
Understanding the past is a developmental process. developmental relating to the gradual change and improvement in something over a period of time |
| 23703 |
new regulations forbidding the sale of landmines forbid to state that something is not allowed, according to a rule, law, or custom |
| 23704 |
Army policy forbids soldiers in uniform from talking to the news media. forbid forbid someone to do something from doing something to state that something is not allowed, according to a rule, law, or custom |
| 23705 |
International law forbids outsiders to interfere in civil wars. forbid to state that something is not allowed, according to a rule, law, or custom |
| 23706 |
You're not going out tonight – I absolutely forbid it. forbid to tell someone that they must not do something |
| 23707 |
The situation is so dangerous that the relief agencies have forbidden their workers to go there. forbid forbid someone to do something from doing something to tell someone that they must not do something |
| 23708 |
Company directors were forbidden to comment on the crisis. forbid to tell someone that they must not do something |
| 23709 |
Hannah is a natural musician, although modesty forbids her to say so. forbid to make something impossible, or to prevent something from happening |
| 23710 |
What would we do if, God forbid, that happened to one of our kids. forbid God Heaven forbid used for emphasizing that you hope something will not happen |
| 23711 |
Kim can do a great imitation of Woody Allen. imitation an act of copying someone's actions, words, or behaviour, often in order to make people laugh |
| 23712 |
They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. imitation the act of copying something |
| 23713 |
The film was dismissed as a crude imitation of Hitchcock's earlier work. imitation imitation of something that is a copy of something else, usually not as good as the original thing |
| 23714 |
He said the proposal was a pale imitation of the government's policy. imitation pale poor imitation (=a bad copy) something that is a copy of something else, usually not as good as the original thing |
| 23715 |
imitation fur leather marble imitation used about materials that are copies of something more valuable |
| 23716 |
a prospective client employee candidate prospective likely to be or become a particular thing |
| 23717 |
a prospective increase offer bid prospective likely or expected to happen |
| 23718 |
Please send me a copy of your manuscript when it's finished. manuscript a writer's original pages of a book, article, or document before it is published |
| 23719 |
the conservation of ancient manuscripts manuscript a very old book or document written by hand before books began to be printed |
| 23720 |
a manuscript collection manuscript a very old book or document written by hand before books began to be printed |
| 23721 |
Before painting, remove all traces of rust with a wire brush. rust the rough red substance that damages the surface of iron and steel |
| 23722 |
There were holes where the iron had rusted away. rust to become damaged by rust, or to make metal develop rust |
| 23723 |
The design of the building had inherent weaknesses. inherent an inherent quality is a basic or essential feature that gives something its character |
| 23724 |
What are the long-term risks and dangers inherent in this kind of work? inherent inherent in an inherent quality is a basic or essential feature that gives something its character |
| 23725 |
Politics is an inherently risky career. inherent |
| 23726 |
The Commission will take as long as is deemed necessary to make its decision. deem deem something necessary important appropriate etc to consider that someone or something has a particular quality |
| 23727 |
These buildings are deemed to be of architectural importance and must be protected. deem deem someone something to be something to consider that someone or something has a particular quality |
| 23728 |
The UN cannot tolerate the continuing harassment of peacekeeping soldiers. harassment harassment of annoying or unpleasant behaviour towards someone that takes place regularly, for example threats, offensive remarks, or physical attacks |
| 23729 |
We encourage anyone who has been the subject of racial harassment to report it. harassment racial sexual harassment annoying or unpleasant behaviour towards someone that takes place regularly, for example threats, offensive remarks, or physical attacks |
| 23730 |
He soon grew tired of her perpetual demands for money. perpetual happening so often that you become annoyed as a result |
| 23731 |
Many people live in perpetual fear of losing their jobs. perpetual continuing all the time |
| 23732 |
A perpetual mist hung over the valley. perpetual continuing all the time |
| 23733 |
Her face wore a perpetually worried expression. perpetual |
| 23734 |
He's perpetually interfering in our affairs! perpetual |
| 23735 |
To the best of my recollection, we've never met. recollection the ability to remember something that has happened |
| 23736 |
She was only three, and has only a vague recollection of these events. recollection a memory of something |
| 23737 |
You can take the exam at intermediate or advanced level. intermediate at an academic level below advanced |
| 23738 |
The cells have a series of intermediate stages before they develop fully. intermediate in between two stages, places, levels, times etc |
| 23739 |
I wanted to do my bit for a worthwhile charity. worthwhile if something is worthwhile, it is worth the time, money, or effort that you spend on it |
| 23740 |
We felt the meeting had been very worthwhile. worthwhile if something is worthwhile, it is worth the time, money, or effort that you spend on it |
| 23741 |
It might be worthwhile to recall a few important facts. worthwhile be worthwhile to do something doing something if something is worthwhile, it is worth the time, money, or effort that you spend on it |
| 23742 |
a rusty old car rusty a rusty metal object is covered in rust |
| 23743 |
I warn you, my piano playing's pretty rusty. rusty a skill that is rusty has not been used recently |
| 23744 |
I'll try to sing for you, but I'm very rusty. rusty someone who is rusty has not used their skills recently |
| 23745 |
a wall desk calendar calendar a set of pages showing the days, weeks, and months of a particular year |
| 23746 |
the Jewish Roman calendar calendar a system for measuring the length of a year and dividing it into periods such as weeks and months |
| 23747 |
one of the major events of the sporting calendar calendar a list of important events and the dates they take place |
| 23748 |
I don't see how we can fit this into the senator's busy calendar. calendar the things you plan to do within a particular period of time |
| 23749 |
the Colorado River Basin basin a large area of land whose surface water all flows into a particular river or lake |
| 23750 |
the Caribbean Basin basin a large area of the Earth's surface that is lower than the surrounding area |
| 23751 |
Young children are utterly dependent on their parents. utterly completely: often used for emphasizing how bad someone or something is |
| 23752 |
You're being utterly unreasonable. utterly completely: often used for emphasizing how bad someone or something is |
| 23753 |
How utterly ridiculous! utterly completely: often used for emphasizing how bad someone or something is |
| 23754 |
I was beginning to doubt my own sanity. sanity doubt your sanity (=think you may be mentally ill) the ability to think and speak in a reasonable way and to behave normally |
| 23755 |
Poulton knew that if he wanted to keep his sanity he would have to escape. sanity keep lose your sanity (=remain not remain in good mental health) the ability to think and speak in a reasonable way and to behave normally |
| 23756 |
The manager had tried hard to bring sanity to the situation. sanity behaviour that is reasonable or that people expect |
| 23757 |
Most of the church has been restored or rebuilt. rebuild to build something again after it has been damaged or destroyed |
| 23758 |
They will require tens of billions of dollars to rebuild their economy. rebuild to improve a situation so that it is as good as it was in the past |
| 23759 |
When he came out of prison, he set about rebuilding his life. rebuild rebuild your life to improve a situation so that it is as good as it was in the past |
| 23760 |
She felt his wrist, checking for a pulse. pulse the regular movement of blood as the heart pumps it round the body |
| 23761 |
I had a pulse of 75. pulse the rate of someone's pulse, especially the number of movements that you can feel in a minute |
| 23762 |
The nurse took my pulse. pulse take someone's pulse the rate of someone's pulse, especially the number of movements that you can feel in a minute |
| 23763 |
a star that emits regular pulses of radio waves pulse an amount of physical energy, for example electricity, light, or sound, that something produces for a short time |
| 23764 |
a pulse of desire pulse pulse of a sudden strong feeling that affects you for a short time |
| 23765 |
This new young actor is setting women's pulses racing in cinemas everywhere. pulse get set someone's pulse(s) racing to make someone feel excited |
| 23766 |
A magazine editor has to have her finger on the pulse of fashion. pulse have your finger on the pulse to be conscious of new developments in a situation |
| 23767 |
A muscle began to pulse in his jaw. pulse to move with a strong regular movement |
| 23768 |
Reggae music pulsed from the speakers. pulse to have a strong regular beat |
| 23769 |
a city pulsing with life pulse pulse with to fill a person or place with a quality or strong emotion |
| 23770 |
mobile phones that can browse the Web browse to look for information on a computer, especially on the Internet |
| 23771 |
an excellent graphical interface for browsing Web pages browse to look at a website on the Internet |
| 23772 |
Customers are welcome to browse. browse to look at things in a shop without being sure whether you want to buy anything |
| 23773 |
Pro-independence demonstrations were ruthlessly suppressed. suppress suppress a rebellion uprising demonstration to stop opposition or protest using military force or strict laws |
| 23774 |
State monopolies had suppressed all forms of economic competition. suppress to stop an activity, especially by making laws or by using your authority |
| 23775 |
They claim that the report has been deliberately suppressed by the oil companies. suppress to stop information from being published or publicly discussed |
| 23776 |
It's bad to suppress your feelings. suppress to stop yourself feeling an emotion |
| 23777 |
suppressed anger and resentment suppress to stop yourself feeling an emotion |
| 23778 |
She shook her head, suppressing a smile. suppress to stop yourself showing an emotion, especially one that might offend someone |
| 23779 |
I kept my voice level and suppressed the urge to hit him. suppress suppress an urge impulse to stop yourself showing an emotion, especially one that might offend someone |
| 23780 |
These drugs should suppress your appetite. suppress to stop a physical process from happening or developing |
| 23781 |
The birds have to be protected from foxes and other predators. predator an animal that kills and eats other animals |
| 23782 |
We have allowed our leading businesses to be bought up by foreign predators. predator a company that tries to take control of other companies |
| 23783 |
Her glasses had gold rims. rim the edge of an open container or circular object |
| 23784 |
the rim of a glass rim rim of the edge of an open container or circular object |
| 23785 |
They were standing on the rim of the volcano. rim the edge of an open container or circular object |
| 23786 |
There was a rim of dirt on the inside of his collar. rim rim of a mark that goes all the way around the edge of something |
| 23787 |
Hills rimmed the horizon. rim to form a rim that goes around the edge of something |
| 23788 |
Jean ached with longing to return home and see her family again. longing a strong feeling of wanting someone or something |
| 23789 |
His longing for Elaine was almost unbearable. longing a strong feeling of wanting someone or something |
| 23790 |
a longing look glance longing showing a strong feeling of wanting someone or something |
| 23791 |
The carpets are available in a choice of widths. width the distance from one side of something to the other |
| 23792 |
Increase the width of the margins by a centimetre. width width of the distance from one side of something to the other |
| 23793 |
The path is about two metres in width. width in width the distance from one side of something to the other |
| 23794 |
Swimming a width is their first major achievement in water. width the distance from one side of a swimming pool to the other |
| 23795 |
You need a width and a half for each curtain. width a piece of cloth that has a particular measurement from one side to the other |
| 23796 |
The jacket seems to emphasize the width of his shoulders. width the quality of being wide |
| 23797 |
The sun had bleached her hair. bleach to remove the colour from something with a chemical or through the action of sunlight |
| 23798 |
Raw cloth is bleached and then dyed. bleach to remove the colour from something with a chemical or through the action of sunlight |
| 23799 |
The skeletons of dead cattle were bleaching in the sun. bleach to gradually lose colour, for example because of being in the sun |
| 23800 |
Her fingers were getting stiff. stiff if you are stiff, or if a part of your body is stiff, you feel pain in your muscles and cannot move easily |
| 23801 |
My leg muscles always feel stiff after a long bike ride. stiff feel stiff if you are stiff, or if a part of your body is stiff, you feel pain in your muscles and cannot move easily |
| 23802 |
She was suffering from a stiff neck. stiff stiff neck back etc if you are stiff, or if a part of your body is stiff, you feel pain in your muscles and cannot move easily |
| 23803 |
The drawer was rather stiff, so I pulled at it. stiff if something that should move easily is stiff, it does not move or operate as easily as you expect |
| 23804 |
The hinges of the box were stiff with lack of use. stiff if something that should move easily is stiff, it does not move or operate as easily as you expect |
| 23805 |
a stiff piece of card stiff firm and difficult to bend |
| 23806 |
a small stiff brush stiff firm and difficult to bend |
| 23807 |
The washing on the line was frozen and stiff as a board. stiff stiff as a board (=extremely stiff) firm and difficult to bend |
| 23808 |
Beat in the icing sugar to make a stiff paste. stiff stiff paste dough a mixture that is stiff is very thick and keeps its shape when you stop mixing it |
| 23809 |
Whisk the egg whites until stiff. stiff beat whisk something until stiff a mixture that is stiff is very thick and keeps its shape when you stop mixing it |
| 23810 |
Her tone was a little stiff, I thought. stiff formal and controlled in a way that is not friendly or relaxed |
| 23811 |
His face was stiff with disapproval. stiff stiff with formal and controlled in a way that is not friendly or relaxed |
| 23812 |
He looked stiff and awkward in his new suit. stiff stiff and awkward formal and controlled in a way that is not friendly or relaxed |
| 23813 |
Jarvis is up against some stiff competition in this race. stiff stiff competition more severe or difficult than usual |
| 23814 |
The government forces met with stiff resistance in the north. stiff stiff opposition resistance more severe or difficult than usual |
| 23815 |
Those caught breaking the new law face stiff fines. stiff stiff fine penalty sentence more severe or difficult than usual |
| 23816 |
He'll never do it – he's got no spine. spine the determination and strong personality that you need in order to do what is right or to deal with a dangerous or difficult situation |
| 23817 |
MPs will vote on the Human Rights Bill this evening. MP Member of Parliament: someone who has been elected to represent people from a particular district in a parliament |
| 23818 |
She's the MP for Manchester South. MP MP for Member of Parliament: someone who has been elected to represent people from a particular district in a parliament |
| 23819 |
In wartime many people accused of betraying their country were executed. betray if you betray your country, or if you betray someone who needs your support, you deliberately do something that harms them or helps their opponents |
| 23820 |
She realized that one of her friends must have betrayed her. betray if you betray your country, or if you betray someone who needs your support, you deliberately do something that harms them or helps their opponents |
| 23821 |
They felt their assistant had betrayed their trust in publishing his diaries. betray if you betray someone's trust, you do harm to them when they have trusted you |
| 23822 |
She had betrayed all her beliefs and told a lie. betray if you betray your beliefs or principles, you do something that does not agree with them |
| 23823 |
Rabbits betray their presence with fresh soil outside their burrow. betray to show something or give a sign of something |
| 23824 |
His comments betray a lack of understanding. betray if you betray a feeling or quality that you want to hide or that you are not aware of, your words or face make it clear to people |
| 23825 |
The woman's face betrayed no emotion. betray if you betray a feeling or quality that you want to hide or that you are not aware of, your words or face make it clear to people |
| 23826 |
Anyone caught smoking on school premises will be punished. punish to make someone suffer because they have done something against the law or against the rules |
| 23827 |
He was punished for stealing. punish punish someone for (doing) something to make someone suffer because they have done something against the law or against the rules |
| 23828 |
People operating illegal businesses can be punished by imprisonment or a fine. punish punish someone by something to make someone suffer because they have done something against the law or against the rules |
| 23829 |
We approached this task in the wrong way, and we were punished for it. punish to make someone suffer as a result of something they have done |
| 23830 |
The government is determined to punish drug trafficking. punish to give a punishment to anyone who has committed a particular action |
| 23831 |
Why punish yourself by working harder than you need to? punish punish yourself to do something that makes you suffer |
| 23832 |
personal hygiene hygiene the practice of keeping yourself and the things around you clean, in order to prevent illness and disease |
| 23833 |
a flower cake souvenir stall stall a large table or a small building that is open at the front, used for selling things or for giving people information |
| 23834 |
They used to run a market stall together. stall market stall a large table or a small building that is open at the front, used for selling things or for giving people information |
| 23835 |
carved wooden choir stalls stall a seat in a church in which a priest or singer sits |
| 23836 |
The politicians were setting out their stalls for the election. stall set out your stall to show your intentions or abilities clearly |
| 23837 |
The truck stalled on the hill. stall if a vehicle or its engine stalls, or if the driver stalls it, it suddenly stops working because not enough power is reaching the engine |
| 23838 |
He managed to stall the car twice before finally driving away. stall if a vehicle or its engine stalls, or if the driver stalls it, it suddenly stops working because not enough power is reaching the engine |
| 23839 |
Talks have stalled and both sides are preparing for war. stall if a process stalls, or if someone stalls it, it stops making progress |
| 23840 |
The peace process remained stalled last night. stall if a process stalls, or if someone stalls it, it stops making progress |
| 23841 |
'Do you know who it was?' 'Not yet,' I stalled. stall to refuse to answer or decide something in order to gain more time |
| 23842 |
Each side accused the other of stalling on planned prisoner exchanges. stall stall on over to refuse to answer or decide something in order to gain more time |
| 23843 |
If he calls again, try to stall him until I get there. stall to make someone wait or stay somewhere in order to gain more time |
| 23844 |
a healthy, outdoor lifestyle lifestyle the type of life that you have, for example the type of job or house you have or the type of activity you like doing |
| 23845 |
lifestyle changes lifestyle relating to your lifestyle |
| 23846 |
She rammed into a stationary vehicle at the side of the road. stationary not moving |
| 23847 |
The storm system remained almost stationary just south of the coast. stationary not moving |
| 23848 |
The database was compiled from statistics published by the Tourist Board. compile to make something such as a list or book by bringing together information from many different places |
| 23849 |
These rumours have aroused intense interest among investors. arouse to cause an emotion or attitude |
| 23850 |
a controversial plan that is sure to arouse strong opposition arouse to cause an emotion or attitude |
| 23851 |
Beth dozed peacefully until she was aroused by the dogs barking. arouse to wake someone who has been sleeping |
| 23852 |
He's very good at arithmetic. arithmetic the part of mathematics that involves basic calculations such as adding or multiplying numbers |
| 23853 |
I'm not sure my arithmetic is correct, but I think the total is 75. arithmetic the process of doing a calculation |
| 23854 |
According to the arithmetic, there could be six new cases each day. arithmetic the number of people or things that are involved in a situation, and the way in which they affect the situation |
| 23855 |
an arithmetic problem arithmetic relating to arithmetic |
| 23856 |
a partially clothed body discovered in the woods partially not completely |
| 23857 |
The airline is partially owned by British Airways. partially not completely |
| 23858 |
The front-page headline read 'Royal Love Scandal'. headline the title of a newspaper story that is printed in large letters |
| 23859 |
Here are the news headlines. headline the most important stories in the news |
| 23860 |
The fuel crisis continues to dominate the headlines. headline the most important stories in the news |
| 23861 |
The story was headlined 'The Penalties of Leadership'. headline to give a headline to a story in a newspaper |
| 23862 |
Special ramps have been designed for wheelchair access. ramp a slope connecting two levels of a building, road etc |
| 23863 |
Beware ramp. ramp a place where the level changes in a road surface |
| 23864 |
We've had to ramp up production to meet demand. ramp ramp up to increase something such as a rate or level, especially the rate at which goods are produced |
| 23865 |
The calm on their faces seemed almost divine. divine like a god, or relating to a god |
| 23866 |
the many divine beings in the Hindu tradition divine like a god, or relating to a god |
| 23867 |
divine intervention inspiration justice divine done, sent, or provided by a god |
| 23868 |
divinely inspired music divine |
| 23869 |
The man admitted driving over the speed limit and apologized for the lapse. lapse a short or temporary period when you fail or forget to do something in the right way |
| 23870 |
She was angered by her momentary lapse of control. lapse lapse of a short or temporary period when you fail or forget to do something in the right way |
| 23871 |
Today showed that I can have lapses in concentration. lapse lapse in a short or temporary period when you fail or forget to do something in the right way |
| 23872 |
Members of the committee were puzzled by the memory lapses of White House officials. lapse memory lapse (=a temporary failure to remember something) a short or temporary period when you fail or forget to do something in the right way |
| 23873 |
There have been security lapses despite efforts to protect the public. lapse security lapse (=a temporary failure in arrangements for people's safety) a short or temporary period when you fail or forget to do something in the right way |
| 23874 |
Carol's lapses into strong language only made her sound immature. lapse lapse into a gradual or temporary change to a worse or more unusual type of behaviour or activity |
| 23875 |
There was a lapse of ten years between his visits. lapse a period of time between two events |
| 23876 |
During a lapse in the conversation, I thanked my host and left. lapse a temporary pause in an activity |
| 23877 |
At this point the waiter came up with Maggie's drink and conversation lapsed. lapse to stop gradually or for a short time |
| 23878 |
The permit was extended for another year before being left to lapse. lapse if an official document, decision, or right lapses, it is no longer effective |
| 23879 |
The smell was very unpleasant. unpleasant if something is unpleasant, you do not like or enjoy it |
| 23880 |
an unpleasant experience unpleasant if something is unpleasant, you do not like or enjoy it |
| 23881 |
We were all ignoring the unpleasant truth. unpleasant if something is unpleasant, you do not like or enjoy it |
| 23882 |
She was really unpleasant on the phone. unpleasant not friendly or kind |
| 23883 |
Things could get very unpleasant if they're not paid on time. unpleasant used about situations in which people are angry or violent |
| 23884 |
It was an unpleasantly warm and muggy night. unpleasant |
| 23885 |
How could you behave so unpleasantly towards her? unpleasant |
| 23886 |
sacred art sacred connected with religion |
| 23887 |
Jerusalem is sacred to Christians, Muslims, and Jews. sacred considered to be holy or connected with God in a special way |
| 23888 |
sacred ground sacred considered to be holy or connected with God in a special way |
| 23889 |
He has violated one of the profession's most sacred rules. sacred so important that you should not change, question, or criticize it |
| 23890 |
We make jokes about everything – nothing is sacred. sacred so important that you should not change, question, or criticize it |
| 23891 |
This technology is useless if you can't operate it. useless useless objects have no purpose or cannot do what they were designed to do |
| 23892 |
Why do you keep this completely useless umbrella? useless useless objects have no purpose or cannot do what they were designed to do |
| 23893 |
Most of his inventions proved useless. useless prove useless useless objects have no purpose or cannot do what they were designed to do |
| 23894 |
Will's parents think acting is a useless profession. useless useless activities are not effective in achieving the purpose that they were intended to achieve |
| 23895 |
It's useless trying to talk to her because she never listens. useless it's useless trying to do something useless activities are not effective in achieving the purpose that they were intended to achieve |
| 23896 |
Don't ask Geoff – he's useless! useless if someone is useless, they are not any help to you or are not capable of achieving anything |
| 23897 |
I'm useless at cooking. useless useless at something (=very bad at it) if someone is useless, they are not any help to you or are not capable of achieving anything |
| 23898 |
Since the stroke, my left arm has been useless. useless a part of your body or mind that is useless cannot be used because of an illness or injury |
| 23899 |
Your brother is worse than useless. useless be worse than useless to be annoying and cause problems because of being useless |
| 23900 |
Some of these computer programs are worse than useless. useless be worse than useless to be annoying and cause problems because of being useless |
| 23901 |
We will all reap the benefits of this important research. reap to get something as a result of something that you do |
| 23902 |
Adam's hands began to tremble as he opened the letter. tremble if your body or part of your body trembles, it shakes, usually because you are nervous, afraid, or excited |
| 23903 |
She was trembling with anger. tremble tremble with if your body or part of your body trembles, it shakes, usually because you are nervous, afraid, or excited |
| 23904 |
Her knees were trembling violently beneath her skirt. tremble tremble violently uncontrollably if your body or part of your body trembles, it shakes, usually because you are nervous, afraid, or excited |
| 23905 |
The windows tremble when trucks drive past our house. tremble to shake slightly |
| 23906 |
He just can't cut the mustard any more. mustard cut the mustard to reach the expected or necessary standard |
| 23907 |
Chill the dessert in the fridge for about two hours. chill if you chill food or drink, or if it chills, it becomes cold enough to be ready to eat or drink |
| 23908 |
The wine is chilling right now. chill if you chill food or drink, or if it chills, it becomes cold enough to be ready to eat or drink |
| 23909 |
The icy winds had chilled us to the bone. chill chill someone to the bone (=make someone feel very cold) to make someone feel cold |
| 23910 |
They looked across at me, chilled by what Mark had said. chill to make someone feel extremely frightened or worried |
| 23911 |
It was a thought that chilled me to the core. chill chill someone to the bone core marrow to make someone feel extremely frightened or worried |
| 23912 |
The border dispute between the two countries chilled their relations for decades. chill if a situation or relationship chills, or if something chills it, it becomes less friendly |
| 23913 |
I'm just going to chill this weekend. chill to relax and stop being angry or nervous, or to spend time relaxing |
| 23914 |
You can dance to it or just chill to it. chill chill to to relax and stop being angry or nervous, or to spend time relaxing |
| 23915 |
There's a noticeable chill in the air today. chill a feeling of being cold |
| 23916 |
Put it in the oven for a few moments just to take the chill off it. chill a feeling of being cold |
| 23917 |
I caught a chill and stayed inside for several days. chill catch a chill a minor illness like a cold |
| 23918 |
The population experienced a chill at the threat of an invasion. chill a feeling of fear |
| 23919 |
An unearthly cry rang out that sent a chill down her spine. chill send a chill down someone's spine a feeling of fear |
| 23920 |
She shivered slightly in the chill February air. chill very cold |
| 23921 |
I was glad to escape the chill atmosphere of the meeting room. chill making you feel nervous or frightened |
| 23922 |
It was some consolation to know that no one else had passed the test. consolation something that makes you feel less unhappy or disappointed |
| 23923 |
The statues represent peace and war. statue a human or animal image that is made of stone, wood, metal etc and is usually large |
| 23924 |
the Statue of Liberty statue a human or animal image that is made of stone, wood, metal etc and is usually large |
| 23925 |
He called the dog off and it immediately obeyed. obey to do what a law or a person says that you must do |
| 23926 |
Officers expect their troops to obey them without question. obey to do what a law or a person says that you must do |
| 23927 |
The soldiers were used to obeying orders. obey obey an order command instruction to do what a law or a person says that you must do |
| 23928 |
Drivers are not obeying the new traffic laws. obey obey the law rules to do what a law or a person says that you must do |
| 23929 |
Molecules obey the laws of physics. obey to behave in an expected way in relation to something |
| 23930 |
My hair's still sticking up – I just can't get it to obey me. obey to do what is expected or is usual |
| 23931 |
She had got drunk on vodka. drunk get drunk (on something) unable to control your actions or behaviour because you have drunk too much alcohol |
| 23932 |
Andrew came home blind drunk. drunk blind roaring drunk (=very drunk) unable to control your actions or behaviour because you have drunk too much alcohol |
| 23933 |
She felt drunk with rage. drunk drunk with feeling something so strongly that you do not behave normally |
| 23934 |
an elastic wristband elastic made of elastic |
| 23935 |
The elastic behaviour of some materials depends on the temperature and duration of the stress applied. elastic something that is elastic can be stretched easily and can then return to its original shape quickly |
| 23936 |
a man of rather elastic morals elastic able to change when the situation changes |
| 23937 |
Cook for an hour or until the meat is tender. tender tender food is soft and easy to cut and eat |
| 23938 |
Her voice was low and tender. tender gentle in a way that shows that you care about someone or something |
| 23939 |
Tennis players start at a more tender age these days. tender a tender age a time in your life when you are still young and lack experience |
| 23940 |
He was first elected at the tender age of 23. tender at the tender age of something a time in your life when you are still young and lack experience |
| 23941 |
Their garden is in need of a little tender loving care. tender tender loving care the process of looking after someone or something with kindness and love |
| 23942 |
The Deputy Prime Minister tendered his resignation on Thursday. tender tender your resignation to formally offer something, usually in writing |
| 23943 |
The company has tendered for three new contracts. tender tender for to make a formal written offer to provide goods or services for a particular price |
| 23944 |
The authorities have invited international tenders for the project. tender a formal written offer to provide goods or services for a particular price |
| 23945 |
We have put the construction of the buildings out to tender. tender put something out to tender to ask people to say formally how much they would charge for doing something for you |
| 23946 |
Will they teach you to take shorthand (=write using shorthand)? shorthand a quick way of writing that uses symbols to represent letters, words, or phrases, used especially when you write what someone is saying as they are talking |
| 23947 |
Rumours began to circulate that the chairman was going to resign. circulate if information or ideas circulate, one person talks or writes about them to another, so that more and more people start to know about them |
| 23948 |
The letter has been circulated to shareholders. circulate circulate something to someone to send something to all the members of a group of people |
| 23949 |
a machine designed to circulate warm air circulate to move around continuously inside a system or area, or to make something do this |
| 23950 |
brushing her tangled black hair tangled if something is tangled, its parts are twisted round each other in an untidy way |
| 23951 |
Many passengers were trapped in the tangled mass of steel. tangled if something is tangled, its parts are twisted round each other in an untidy way |
| 23952 |
his tangled love life tangled very complicated and difficult to deal with |
| 23953 |
She got tangled up in a relationship which was bound to end in disaster. tangled be get tangled up in something to be or become involved in a difficult situation |
| 23954 |
Economic decline is all tangled up with political instability. tangled be get tangled (up) with to be or become connected to something or someone in a complicated way |
| 23955 |
Working people will now be vulnerable to exploitation by unscrupulous employers. exploitation unfair treatment of someone, or the use of a situation in a way that is wrong, in order to get some benefit for yourself |
| 23956 |
the exploitation and oppression of women exploitation exploitation of unfair treatment of someone, or the use of a situation in a way that is wrong, in order to get some benefit for yourself |
| 23957 |
commercial economic industrial exploitation exploitation the process of making use of something so that you gain as much as possible from it |
| 23958 |
the justifiable exploitation of natural resources exploitation exploitation of the process of making use of something so that you gain as much as possible from it |
| 23959 |
public utterances utterance a statement |
| 23960 |
a linear design linear consisting of lines or of one straight line |
| 23961 |
Students' reading does not always progress in a linear fashion. linear capable of being shown by a straight line, for example on a graph |
| 23962 |
linear growth linear capable of being shown by a straight line, for example on a graph |
| 23963 |
a linear measurement linear relating to the length of a line |
| 23964 |
The plot has a simple linear structure. linear involving ideas or events that are directly connected and follow one after the other |
| 23965 |
Their parents took an enlightened approach to child-rearing. enlightened someone who is enlightened has attitudes that are considered modern and reasonable |
| 23966 |
The doctor chatted away as she examined my hand. chat to talk in a friendly way |
| 23967 |
They sat waiting, chatting about nothing in particular. chat chat about to talk in a friendly way |
| 23968 |
Who was that you were chatting to? chat chat to to talk in a friendly way |
| 23969 |
She laughed and chatted happily with the other women. chat chat with to talk in a friendly way |
| 23970 |
I just rang up for a chat. chat a friendly conversation |
| 23971 |
I had an interesting chat with his sister. chat have a chat (with someone) a friendly conversation |
| 23972 |
I hear you two have been having a cosy little chat about me! chat chat about a friendly conversation |
| 23973 |
I've got no time for idle chat. chat informal talk |
| 23974 |
Children thrive when given plenty of love and attention. thrive to become very successful, happy, or healthy |
| 23975 |
This type of plant thrives in cool conditions. thrive to become very successful, happy, or healthy |
| 23976 |
I will love you for all eternity. eternity the whole of time, with no beginning and no end |
| 23977 |
After what seemed like an eternity, he gave his answer. eternity an extremely long time |
| 23978 |
He intends to undertake a major revision of the constitution. revision the process of changing, improving, or making additions to something such as a plan, law, or piece of writing |
| 23979 |
The article, of course, is subject to revision by the editors. revision subject to revision (=likely to be changed) the process of changing, improving, or making additions to something such as a plan, law, or piece of writing |
| 23980 |
A total of 24 revisions to the draft basic law were proposed. revision a change, improvement, or addition that someone makes to something |
| 23981 |
A major revision will be published in June. revision something that has been changed, improved, or added to |
| 23982 |
She's working on a revision of her original opera. revision something that has been changed, improved, or added to |
| 23983 |
I can't go out – I've got to do some revision for my exams. revision revision for the work of studying for an examination |
| 23984 |
peanut sauce oil peanut containing or made with peanuts |
| 23985 |
skin grafts for burns victims graft a piece of skin, bone etc from one part of your body used to replace or repair a damaged part of your body |
| 23986 |
The job was finished on time, thanks to the sheer hard graft of those involved. graft hard graft effort needed for doing hard work |
| 23987 |
Skin was grafted onto the wound to help it heal. graft graft something onto something to take a piece of skin or bone etc from one part of someone's body and use it to replace or repair a damaged part of their body |
| 23988 |
The frozen samples will be grafted onto existing trees. graft graft something onto something to take a piece from a plant and join it to a cut made in another plant so that it can grow there |
| 23989 |
Many different peoples have settled here and grafted their own cultures onto native Malaysian culture. graft graft something onto something to add something and make it become a part of another thing |
| 23990 |
I wouldn't want to cause her any distress. distress a feeling that you have when you are very unhappy, worried, or upset |
| 23991 |
She'd arrived on Gina's doorstep in obvious distress. distress in distress a feeling that you have when you are very unhappy, worried, or upset |
| 23992 |
a distress call signal flare distress a situation in which a ship, aircraft etc is in great danger and likely to sink or crash |
| 23993 |
a message from a ship in distress distress in distress a situation in which a ship, aircraft etc is in great danger and likely to sink or crash |
| 23994 |
In some regions of our country, people are in genuine economic distress. distress in distress an unpleasant and difficult situation caused by a lack of money, food, or other basic things |
| 23995 |
It distresses him to think that he has no hope of changing things. distress to make someone feel very unhappy, worried, or upset |
| 23996 |
I spilt coffee all over my desk. spill spill something on over someone something to accidentally pour a liquid out of its container |
| 23997 |
Oil is still spilling from the stricken ship. spill spill from to accidentally flow out of a container |
| 23998 |
She lifted the box and spilled toys out all over the carpet. spill spill something out over onto etc used about other substances and objects that fall out of a container, often not accidentally |
| 23999 |
Crowds were spilling out of the bars and restaurants. spill spill out of from if people spill out of a place, a lot of them leave at the same time |
| 24000 |
Sunlight was spilling into the classroom. spill if light spills somewhere, a lot of it shines on something |
| 24001 |
Too much blood has been spilled in this conflict. spill spill blood to hurt or kill someone in a fight |
| 24002 |
an oil spill spill an amount of liquid that has accidentally flowed out of its container |
| 24003 |
the steward of the club's funds steward someone who looks after something and protects it |
| 24004 |
a straw mat mat a small piece of thick rough cloth that is put on a floor to protect it or for decoration |
| 24005 |
a set of place mats mat a small flat piece of plastic, wood, cloth etc that you put on a table or other surface to protect it |
| 24006 |
a gym judo mat mat a piece of a thick soft material like rubber that you use when doing exercises or for some sports |
| 24007 |
rump sirloin T-bone steak steak the meat from a cow, especially a piece without fat that is high in quality |
| 24008 |
steak and kidney pie steak meat from a cow that is cut into small pieces and used for making things like stew (=a very thick soup) |
| 24009 |
a salmon tuna steak steak a large piece of another type of meat or fish |
| 24010 |
gammon steaks steak a large piece of another type of meat or fish |
| 24011 |
Selective breeding has given us much leaner turkeys. selective accepting or using only some things, and not the things that you do not want |
| 24012 |
Opponents accused her of having a selective memory. selective a selective memory (=remembering or mentioning only good things) accepting or using only some things, and not the things that you do not want |
| 24013 |
foreign language learners learner someone who is learning something |
| 24014 |
She faced her death with great dignity. dignity the impressive behaviour of someone who controls their emotions in a difficult situation |
| 24015 |
It can be difficult to maintain your dignity during a divorce. dignity maintain retain your dignity the impressive behaviour of someone who controls their emotions in a difficult situation |
| 24016 |
After the accident, I felt I'd lost my dignity. dignity lose your dignity respect that other people have for you or that you have for yourself |
| 24017 |
The dignity of the occasion was broken by shouts from the gallery. dignity a calm and important quality that a place or organization has that people respect |
| 24018 |
Is it beneath his dignity to help with the washing-up? dignity beneath your dignity if something is beneath your dignity, you think that you are too important to do it |
| 24019 |
She let her hands stray over his body. stray to move around without thinking |
| 24020 |
Her eyes strayed to the clock on the wall. stray stray to to move around without thinking |
| 24021 |
The plane strayed into Chinese airspace. stray to move away from the correct place or path |
| 24022 |
Walkers are reminded not to stray from the path. stray to move away from the correct place or path |
| 24023 |
a stray cat dog stray lost, or without a home |
| 24024 |
She brushed back a stray curl of hair. stray accidentally separated from a group |
| 24025 |
streets laid out in a grid grid a pattern of straight lines that cross each other to form squares |
| 24026 |
Each spreadsheet page is made up of a grid of columns and rows. grid a pattern of straight lines that cross each other to form squares |
| 24027 |
When reporting a problem, give a grid reference if you can. grid a pattern of straight lines that form squares on a map, which you use to find a particular place |
| 24028 |
The village will soon be connected to the national grid. grid a set of wires that carries the electricity supply |
| 24029 |
Heavy metal grids had been pulled across the shop fronts. grid metal bars arranged in a pattern of straight lines |
| 24030 |
the strength and elasticity of silk elasticity the ability of a substance to stretch easily and then return to its original shape quickly |
| 24031 |
the elasticity of the labour market elasticity the ability to change when the situation changes |
| 24032 |
fiscal and monetary policies fiscal relating to money and financial matters, especially taxes |
| 24033 |
You can activate the system by buttons or voice recognition. activate to make a piece of equipment or a process start working |
| 24034 |
Don't be such a silly goose! goose a silly person |
| 24035 |
You need to make sure you don't kill the goose that lays the golden egg. goose the goose that lays the golden eggs a person or thing that provides money |
| 24036 |
Not everyone is as fortunate as we are. fortunate lucky, especially because you have more advantages than other people |
| 24037 |
The state provides textbooks for the less fortunate students. fortunate lucky, especially because you have more advantages than other people |
| 24038 |
I was fortunate enough to have a very supportive family. fortunate fortunate enough to do something lucky, especially because you have more advantages than other people |
| 24039 |
She was extremely fortunate to escape without injury. fortunate fortunate to do something lucky because you have avoided something bad |
| 24040 |
These schools are in the fortunate position of being able to choose the best students. fortunate used about a situation or event that is lucky for you |
| 24041 |
It is very fortunate that the doctor was here today. fortunate it is fortunate that used about a situation or event that is lucky for you |
| 24042 |
a pair of faded blue jeans jeans trousers made of heavy cotton cloth called denim that you wear in informal situations |
| 24043 |
The dinner was a fitting end to Carter's 25 years with the company. fitting suitable for a particular situation |
| 24044 |
pipe fittings fitting a small part that you connect to something |
| 24045 |
bathroom fittings fitting a small part that you connect to something |
| 24046 |
loose-fitting clothes #NAME? used with some adjectives and adverbs to make adjectives describing how clothing fits someone |
| 24047 |
tightly-fitting trousers #NAME? used with some adjectives and adverbs to make adjectives describing how clothing fits someone |
| 24048 |
The crowd formed itself into a wedge. wedge something that has the shape of a wedge |
| 24049 |
orange and lemon wedges wedge something that has the shape of a wedge |
| 24050 |
a wedge of cheese wedge wedge of something that has the shape of a wedge |
| 24051 |
If we bend the rules for him this time, it will be the thin end of the wedge. wedge the thin end of the wedge something that is not important by itself but will have serious, usually bad, effects in the future |
| 24052 |
You'll have to wedge the window open. wedge wedge something open shut to fix something in position with a wedge |
| 24053 |
The phone was wedged under his chin. wedge wedge something under behind etc something to fix something tightly or in a small space |
| 24054 |
a television sports commentator commentator someone whose job is to give a description of an event or sports competition on television or radio as it happens |
| 24055 |
a political social commentator commentator someone whose job is to write about a particular subject or discuss it on television or radio |
| 24056 |
She began to weep tears of joy. weep to cry because you feel unhappy or have some other strong emotion |
| 24057 |
He almost felt like weeping with frustration. weep weep with to cry because you feel unhappy or have some other strong emotion |
| 24058 |
She needed to weep for the loss of her husband. weep weep for to cry because you feel unhappy or have some other strong emotion |
| 24059 |
The trial has been a complete farce, from beginning to end. farce a situation or event that is silly because it is very badly organized, unsuccessful, or unfair |
| 24060 |
mental physical visual handicap handicap a physical or mental injury or illness that is severe and permanent. This word is now considered offensive and it is more polite to say that someone has a disability |
| 24061 |
They told me that my lack of experience was a handicap. handicap a disadvantage that prevents you from doing something well |
| 24062 |
His wild past could be a handicap to his ambitions. handicap handicap to a disadvantage that prevents you from doing something well |
| 24063 |
Thousands of people suffer the handicap of not being able to read or write properly. handicap handicap of a disadvantage that prevents you from doing something well |
| 24064 |
Some applicants were handicapped by their poor level of English. handicap to give someone a disadvantage |
| 24065 |
You will receive a full refund if you cancel the holiday. refund money that was yours that you get again, especially because you have paid too much for something or have decided you do not want it |
| 24066 |
a refund on your rail ticket refund refund on money that was yours that you get again, especially because you have paid too much for something or have decided you do not want it |
| 24067 |
We will refund your money in full if you are not completely satisfied. refund to give someone their money again, especially because they have paid too much for something or have decided they do not want it |
| 24068 |
There was no credible evidence against him. credible able to be believed or trusted |
| 24069 |
Boone was not a credible witness. credible able to be believed or trusted |
| 24070 |
a credible challenger opponent candidate credible considered as likely to happen or be successful |
| 24071 |
The front of the car was completely crushed in the accident. crush to hit or press something so hard that you damage it severely or destroy it, especially by making its shape flatter |
| 24072 |
Two of the firefighters were crushed to death when a beam fell on them. crush crush someone to death to injure or kill someone by crushing them |
| 24073 |
Chop the onion and crush the garlic. crush to press something so hard that it breaks into very small pieces |
| 24074 |
The drink is served over crushed ice. crush to press something so hard that it breaks into very small pieces |
| 24075 |
Any anti-government protest was swiftly crushed. crush to completely defeat someone who is opposing you, especially by using force or violence |
| 24076 |
He would be crushed by another rejection. crush to make someone feel disappointed, embarrassed, or upset |
| 24077 |
She refused to sit down in case she crushed her dress. crush if you crush something such as cloth, or if it crushes, it becomes covered with small untidy folds |
| 24078 |
We were scared we'd lose them in the crush. crush a crowd of people all extremely close together in an area that is too small for them |
| 24079 |
a crush of reporters crush a crowd of people all extremely close together in an area that is too small for them |
| 24080 |
It wasn't really love, just a schoolgirl crush. crush a feeling of love and admiration for someone, often someone you know you cannot have a relationship with |
| 24081 |
I used to have a massive crush on my geography teacher. crush have a crush on someone a feeling of love and admiration for someone, often someone you know you cannot have a relationship with |
| 24082 |
a train packed with commuters commuter someone who travels regularly to and from work |
| 24083 |
commuter traffic commuter consisting of commuters, or used by commuters |
| 24084 |
a commuter train commuter consisting of commuters, or used by commuters |
| 24085 |
Coach Michael Wenders accused his players of throwing in the towel. towel throw in the towel to stop trying to do something because you lack determination or because you think you cannot win |
| 24086 |
a skilled craftsman skilled having the ability and experience to do something well |
| 24087 |
Skilled negotiators ask questions and stick to the facts. skilled having the ability and experience to do something well |
| 24088 |
The best performing companies had a higher proportion of skilled workers. skilled skilled worker having the ability and experience to do something well |
| 24089 |
She is skilled in designing web sites. skilled skilled in having the ability and experience to do something well |
| 24090 |
skilled work skilled a skilled job needs someone who has ability and experience |
| 24091 |
Most of the skilled jobs were done by men. skilled a skilled job needs someone who has ability and experience |
| 24092 |
Children look to their teachers for enlightenment. enlightenment the process of explaining or understanding something clearly |
| 24093 |
We have repeatedly called for an official investigation into the affair. repeatedly many times |
| 24094 |
defensive weapons defensive intended or used for protecting a place during an attack |
| 24095 |
He got really defensive when I asked why he had left. defensive showing that you are angry or offended when you think that someone is criticizing you |
| 24096 |
a strong defensive effort defensive intended to stop the other team from scoring points in a game |
| 24097 |
a controversy that has put the school's leadership on the defensive defensive put someone on the defensive trying to defend something from attacks or criticism |
| 24098 |
He was hit over the head with a rifle butt. butt the end of the handle of a gun or tool |
| 24099 |
They ought to get off their butts and go back to work. butt the part of your body that you sit on |
| 24100 |
a water butt butt a very large container with curved sides that is used for collecting or storing liquids |
| 24101 |
He became the butt of everyone's silly jokes. butt be the butt of something if you are the butt of jokes or criticism, people often make jokes about you or criticize you |
| 24102 |
Get your butt over here right now! butt get your butt in out of over here used for telling someone rudely to go somewhere or do something |
| 24103 |
It is a system in which individual voters have more clout. clout the authority to make decisions, or the power to influence events |
| 24104 |
The government has less political clout than the opposition on this issue. clout political financial economic clout the authority to make decisions, or the power to influence events |
| 24105 |
She's so dumb she can't even figure out her answering machine. dumb stupid |
| 24106 |
You gave him your phone number? That was a dumb thing to do. dumb stupid |
| 24107 |
Some of the passengers were dumb with terror. dumb temporarily unable or unwilling to speak, especially because you are very shocked |
| 24108 |
I was struck dumb by the clerk's rudeness. dumb be struck dumb temporarily unable or unwilling to speak, especially because you are very shocked |
| 24109 |
Don't play dumb with me – I know you took the money. dumb play act dumb to pretend to not know or not understand something |
| 24110 |
Sprinkle the chicken with soy sauce. sprinkle sprinkle something with something to shake small amounts of a liquid or a substance such as sugar over the surface of something |
| 24111 |
a yellow dress sprinkled with white flowers sprinkle be sprinkled with something to exist somewhere in separate small amounts |
| 24112 |
her dark brown hair now liberally sprinkled with grey sprinkle liberally sprinkled with something (=with a lot of something) to exist somewhere in separate small amounts |
| 24113 |
a curtain rod rod a long thin bar or stick made of plastic, wood, or glass |
| 24114 |
Parents who never say no to their children are often creating a rod for their own back. rod a rod for your own back something you do that will cause problems for you in the future |
| 24115 |
the frontier between Israel and Lebanon frontier frontier between a border between two countries, especially one with official points where people or vehicles cross |
| 24116 |
Italy's frontier with Switzerland frontier frontier with a border between two countries, especially one with official points where people or vehicles cross |
| 24117 |
troops massing at the frontier frontier on at the frontier a border between two countries, especially one with official points where people or vehicles cross |
| 24118 |
frontier controls frontier on or relating to a frontier |
| 24119 |
a frontier town frontier on or relating to a frontier |
| 24120 |
Armed police manned the frontier post. frontier frontier post (=official place for crossing) on or relating to a frontier |
| 24121 |
Their work was on the frontiers of science. frontier the frontiers of knowledge science technology the most advanced or recent ideas about something |
| 24122 |
We are dedicated to experimentation, to pushing back the frontiers. frontier extend push back the frontiers (=discover more) the most advanced or recent ideas about something |
| 24123 |
law enforcement enforcement the process of making sure that something happens, especially that people obey a law or rule |
| 24124 |
a mother's protective instincts protective wanting to protect someone from being harmed or hurt |
| 24125 |
He's very protective towards his sister. protective wanting to protect someone from being harmed or hurt |
| 24126 |
She is fiercely protective of her privacy. protective determined to stop something from being damaged or lost |
| 24127 |
protective clothing goggles protective providing protection against something harmful or dangerous |
| 24128 |
philosophical problems issues philosophical relating to philosophy |
| 24129 |
a philosophical argument philosophical relating to philosophy |
| 24130 |
a wan light wan pale, or not bright |
| 24131 |
Teenagers and their parents often disagree. disagree to have an opinion that is different from the opinion that another person has |
| 24132 |
Bob disagreed entirely, arguing that it was a risk worth taking. disagree to have an opinion that is different from the opinion that another person has |
| 24133 |
I disagree with you – I think she's done a very good job. disagree disagree with to have an opinion that is different from the opinion that another person has |
| 24134 |
He strongly disagreed with what Anne had said. disagree to have an opinion that is different from the opinion that another person has |
| 24135 |
Dole and Evans disagree on many aspects of the new policy. disagree disagree on about to have an opinion that is different from the opinion that another person has |
| 24136 |
Two pathologists examined the body, but their findings disagreed. disagree to contain different information, or to produce different results |
| 24137 |
She's got a new boyfriend. boyfriend a man or boy that you are having a sexual or romantic relationship with |
| 24138 |
She bruised her leg quite badly when she fell. bruise to cause a mark to appear on someone's body by hitting or knocking it |
| 24139 |
A spokesperson said the star had been bruised by the unfair reports in the press last week. bruise to harm someone's reputation or confidence |
| 24140 |
a bruised arm bruise |
| 24141 |
a bruised ego bruise |
| 24142 |
He had a bad purple bruise over his eye. bruise a mark that you get on your body if you are hit or if you knock against something |
| 24143 |
Most of the injuries were just cuts and bruises. bruise a mark that you get on your body if you are hit or if you knock against something |
| 24144 |
environmental activists activist someone who takes part in activities that are intended to achieve political or social change, especially someone who is a member of an organization |
| 24145 |
She was very candid with him about the standard of his work. candid honest and direct, even when the truth is not pleasant |
| 24146 |
He gave a remarkably candid interview. candid honest and direct, even when the truth is not pleasant |
| 24147 |
candid shots candid a candid photograph of someone is natural and informal and is taken without them knowing that they are being photographed |
| 24148 |
We need to show greater tolerance of each other. tolerance tolerance of towards the attitude of someone who is willing to accept someone else's beliefs, way of life etc without criticizing them even if they disagree with them |
| 24149 |
Children have a very low tolerance to hot weather. tolerance tolerance to of the ability to experience something unpleasant or painful without being harmed |
| 24150 |
The show attracted twenty-eight million viewers. viewer someone who is watching, or who watches, television programmes |
| 24151 |
a painting showing a woman looking directly at the viewer viewer someone who looks at a picture, photograph, or piece of art |
| 24152 |
She had a slim youthful figure. slim thin in an attractive way |
| 24153 |
Most ballet dancers are extremely slim. slim thin in an attractive way |
| 24154 |
a slim gold watch slim narrow |
| 24155 |
a long slim skirt slim narrow |
| 24156 |
The chances of success are very slim. slim a slim chance hope very small |
| 24157 |
They won by a slim majority. slim a slim majority margin very small |
| 24158 |
I'm slimming at the moment. slim to try to lose weight by eating less |
| 24159 |
It was only a suggestion; there's no need to blow a fuse. fuse to suddenly become very angry |
| 24160 |
He's a fiery player with a very short fuse. fuse have a short fuse be on a short fuse to become angry or upset very easily |
| 24161 |
All the lights downstairs have fused. fuse if a piece of electrical equipment fuses, or if someone fuses it, it stops working when a thin piece of wire in it breaks because there is too much electricity flowing through it |
| 24162 |
The sperm fuses with the egg. fuse fuse with if two substances fuse, or if you fuse them, they become joined to form one thing |
| 24163 |
a steel sheet with a coating of tin fused to its surface fuse fuse to if two substances fuse, or if you fuse them, they become joined to form one thing |
| 24164 |
Opera and pantomime fuse to create pure magic. fuse if different styles, ideas, designs etc fuse, or if you fuse them, they combine to form something new |
| 24165 |
printed textiles textile woven or knitted cloth |
| 24166 |
the textile industry textile involved in making textiles |
| 24167 |
textile mills factories workers textile involved in making textiles |
| 24168 |
The early morning mist was clearing to reveal a glorious day. mist a mass of small drops of water in the air close to the ground |
| 24169 |
The whole coast became shrouded in a thick mist. mist shrouded in mist (=completely hidden by mist) a mass of small drops of water in the air close to the ground |
| 24170 |
a mist of perfume mist small drops of a particular liquid that are in the air |
| 24171 |
a mist of tears mist mist of something that makes it difficult for you to see |
| 24172 |
a mist of emotion mist mist of something that makes it difficult for you to understand something |
| 24173 |
The programme looks through the mists of time to examine the lives of our earliest ancestors. mist the mists of time history a period of time so long ago that people cannot remember it |
| 24174 |
The origins of the organization are lost in the mists of time. mist lost in the mists of time a period of time so long ago that people cannot remember it |
| 24175 |
The windscreen was misted up. mist to become covered with small drops of water, or to cover something with small drops of water |
| 24176 |
Blanche's breath misted the mirror. mist to become covered with small drops of water, or to cover something with small drops of water |
| 24177 |
The critics are raving about her performance. rave rave about over to speak or write in a very enthusiastic way about someone or something |
| 24178 |
racial social domestic harmony harmony a situation in which people live and work well with other people, or in a way that does not damage things around them |
| 24179 |
He had to ensure that there was harmony between the different organizations. harmony harmony between a situation in which people live and work well with other people, or in a way that does not damage things around them |
| 24180 |
tribes living in harmony with nature harmony in harmony with a situation in which people live and work well with other people, or in a way that does not damage things around them |
| 24181 |
the beautiful harmonies of Mozart's choral works harmony musical notes that are sung or played at the same time, making a pleasant sound |
| 24182 |
The children sang in perfect harmony. harmony in harmony musical notes that are sung or played at the same time, making a pleasant sound |
| 24183 |
Two of Indonesia's top banks are planning to merge. merge if two organizations merge, or if you merge them, they combine to form one bigger organization |
| 24184 |
Small publishers were forced to merge with larger companies. merge merge with if two organizations merge, or if you merge them, they combine to form one bigger organization |
| 24185 |
He has plans to merge his own company with another unnamed media giant. merge merge something with something if two organizations merge, or if you merge them, they combine to form one bigger organization |
| 24186 |
The hills merged into the dark sky behind them. merge merge into with if two things merge, they combine or become mixed so that you can no longer tell the difference between them |
| 24187 |
For her, work and life merge into one another. merge if two things merge, they combine or become mixed so that you can no longer tell the difference between them |
| 24188 |
I kept quiet and tried to merge into the background. merge merge into the background to behave in a way that does not attract attention |
| 24189 |
Inventions like the electric light bulb changed the way people lived. invention a machine, tool, or system that someone has made, designed, or thought of for the first time |
| 24190 |
Global communication was transformed by the invention of the Internet. invention invention of the act of inventing something |
| 24191 |
All that gossip he told me about Melanie was pure invention. invention a story, excuse etc that is not true |
| 24192 |
By comparison, British artists seemed to lack imagination and invention. invention the ability to think of new and original ways of doing things |
| 24193 |
the Charity Commissioners commissioner a member of a commission |
| 24194 |
a six-berth luxury caravan caravan a vehicle that people can live and travel in on holiday. Caravans are usually towed (=pulled) by a car. The American word is trailer |
| 24195 |
a caravan holiday caravan a vehicle that people can live and travel in on holiday. Caravans are usually towed (=pulled) by a car. The American word is trailer |
| 24196 |
a bolt of cloth silk bolt a long wide roll of cloth |
| 24197 |
It was a bolt out of the blue when Alan resigned. bolt a bolt from out of the blue something that surprises you very much because you were not expecting it to happen |
| 24198 |
He made a bolt for the door. bolt make a bolt for something to quickly run towards something in order to try and escape |
| 24199 |
Joe dropped the bag and made a bolt for it. bolt make a bolt for it (=suddenly run away) to quickly run towards something in order to try and escape |
| 24200 |
Did you remember to bolt the back door? bolt to lock a door or window using a bolt |
| 24201 |
The chairs were all bolted to the floor. bolt bolt something to something to fasten two things together using a bolt |
| 24202 |
The hut was made from metal units that had been bolted together. bolt bolt something together to fasten two things together using a bolt |
| 24203 |
The benches had been securely bolted down. bolt bolt something down (=fix something to the floor) to fasten two things together using a bolt |
| 24204 |
There was a gunshot and the horse bolted. bolt to run in a sudden way, especially because you are frightened |
| 24205 |
She suddenly bolted towards the door. bolt bolt out of towards for to run in a sudden way, especially because you are frightened |
| 24206 |
When the guard got back, he found the prisoner had bolted. bolt to escape from a place |
| 24207 |
She bolted down her lunch and rushed back to work. bolt to eat food very quickly |
| 24208 |
Iris sat bolt upright in her seat throughout the interview. bolt bolt upright with your back very straight |
| 24209 |
ladling out the lamb stew stew a dish made by cooking vegetables, and usually meat or fish, slowly in liquid |
| 24210 |
Children usually prefer books with a happy ending. ending the way in which something such as a story, film, or play ends |
| 24211 |
Officials have announced the ending of price controls. ending ending of a time when something stops permanently |
| 24212 |
Many abstract nouns have the ending '-ness'. ending the last group of letters in a word |
| 24213 |
a plural ending ending the last group of letters in a word |
| 24214 |
a job in publishing publishing the business of producing books, magazines, software etc |
| 24215 |
The first week was spent cruising around the Baltic. cruise to sail in a ship for pleasure, especially to a series of places |
| 24216 |
They'll be going cruising the Greek islands next week. cruise to sail in a ship for pleasure, especially to a series of places |
| 24217 |
We are now cruising at a height of 30,000 feet. cruise to travel at a steady speed in a car or plane |
| 24218 |
teenage boys cruising the streets in their fathers' cars cruise to drive around slowly in a car for pleasure |
| 24219 |
Liverpool cruised to their sixth successive win this afternoon. cruise cruise to into through to achieve success easily in a race, game, or competition |
| 24220 |
If the alarm sounds, all students should evacuate immediately. evacuate to leave a building or other place because it is not safe |
| 24221 |
We were all evacuated because of a bomb scare. evacuate to make people leave a building because it is not safe |
| 24222 |
Over 10,000 refugees have now been evacuated to neighbouring countries. evacuate to make people leave their homes because of a dangerous situation such as a war |
| 24223 |
It takes several hours for food to pass through the gut. gut the tube in your body that carries food away from your stomach. A more technical name for this is the intestine |
| 24224 |
I nearly bust a gut trying to get the job finished on time. gut bust a gut to try extremely hard to achieve something |
| 24225 |
Beverly had a gut feeling there was something seriously wrong. gut gut feeling instinct a feeling that you are certain is right, although you can give no good reason why |
| 24226 |
The fire gutted the building. gut to destroy the inside of a building or vehicle |
| 24227 |
a ring set with precious gems gem a beautiful expensive stone that is used to make jewellery |
| 24228 |
He came up with a gem of an idea. gem something that is special or beautiful in some way |
| 24229 |
a rug in front of the fireplace rug a small carpet that covers part of a floor |
| 24230 |
He sat sipping his tea with a rug over his knees. rug a cloth made of wool that you use to keep yourself warm |
| 24231 |
They want to pull the rug out from under the people who really need health care. rug pull the rug (out) from under someone to suddenly stop supporting someone |
| 24232 |
a monument to those who died in the attack monument monument to a structure built in a public place to celebrate an important person or event |
| 24233 |
ancient historic monuments monument a place of historical importance, for example an old building |
| 24234 |
The factories are important monuments to Britain's industrial past. monument something that reminds people of something |
| 24235 |
The hotel is a monument to mass tourism. monument something that represents particular qualities or features |
| 24236 |
Her coat hung from a peg behind the door. peg an object fixed to a wall, door etc and used for hanging things on |
| 24237 |
The furniture is built using wooden pegs instead of nails. peg an object used for fastening things together |
| 24238 |
Officials have pledged that the currency peg to the US dollar will be maintained. peg an arrangement that keeps a price, amount etc at the same level in relation to something else |
| 24239 |
Stock market falls gave the Conservatives a convenient peg on which to hang their plan to cut taxes. peg a peg on which to hang something something that gives you an opportunity or excuse for talking or writing about something |
| 24240 |
I think he needs taking down a peg or two. peg take bring someone down a peg (or two) to make someone realize they are not as important as they think they are |
| 24241 |
The tent was pegged to the ground. peg to fasten something or keep something in position with pegs |
| 24242 |
The country's peso is pegged to the dollar. peg peg something to something to keep prices, salaries, or the amount of something at a particular level, often in relation to something else |
| 24243 |
OPEC oil producers pegged the cartel's output at 26.6 million barrels per day. peg peg something at something to keep prices, salaries, or the amount of something at a particular level, often in relation to something else |
| 24244 |
We had him pegged from the start as a liar and a fraud. peg peg someone as something to consider someone as being a particular type of person or having particular qualities |
| 24245 |
waterproof outer garments garment a piece of clothing. This word is used especially when talking about the production and sale of clothes |
| 24246 |
The garment workers were being paid very low wages. garment a piece of clothing. This word is used especially when talking about the production and sale of clothes |
| 24247 |
the fashion garment industry garment a piece of clothing. This word is used especially when talking about the production and sale of clothes |
| 24248 |
her tragic and brutal death brutal extremely violent |
| 24249 |
brutal attacks atrocities brutal extremely violent |
| 24250 |
a brutal war brutal extremely violent |
| 24251 |
The security guards are notoriously brutal. brutal a brutal person is extremely violent or cruel |
| 24252 |
The government instituted the reforms in a brutal and disorganized manner. brutal extreme and unpleasant |
| 24253 |
the brutal morning light brutal extreme and unpleasant |
| 24254 |
Let's be brutal here – he's not good enough. brutal extremely honest, in a way that seems unkind |
| 24255 |
The brutal truth is that you're too old. brutal extremely honest, in a way that seems unkind |
| 24256 |
The report was brutally honest. brutal |
| 24257 |
the political military realm realm a particular area of knowledge, experience, interest etc |
| 24258 |
This is not really within the realms of my experience. realm realm of a particular area of knowledge, experience, interest etc |
| 24259 |
the defence of the realm realm a country ruled by a king or queen |
| 24260 |
Jane poked me in the arm to get my attention. poke to push something quickly with your finger or a pointed object |
| 24261 |
The boys were poking the insects with a pen. poke to push something quickly with your finger or a pointed object |
| 24262 |
Tom poked at the vegetables with his fork. poke poke at to push something quickly with your finger or a pointed object |
| 24263 |
Poking his hand into the bag, Paul pulled out a biscuit. poke to put something into or through a small space or hole |
| 24264 |
See if you can poke one corner through, and I'll pull it from the other side. poke to put something into or through a small space or hole |
| 24265 |
A thin knee poked out of his worn jeans. poke poke through out from to continue beyond an object or surface |
| 24266 |
Only her nose poked through her ski mask. poke to continue beyond an object or surface |
| 24267 |
Dad poked his head into my room and said dinner was ready. poke poke something into out of etc something to quickly move part of your body somewhere |
| 24268 |
All the kids poked fun at Dan's new haircut. poke poke fun (at) to make unkind jokes about someone or something |
| 24269 |
He had poked a hole in his blanket. poke poke a hole in something to make a hole in something by pushing something through it |
| 24270 |
Ron gave the dead fish a poke with his stick. poke a quick push with your finger or a pointed object |
| 24271 |
a flattering gown flattering making you look more attractive |
| 24272 |
They've made me a very flattering offer. flattering making you feel important or special |
| 24273 |
a flattering remark comment flattering intended to praise someone and make them feel pleased |
| 24274 |
Melt the butter in a small saucepan. melt to change a solid substance into a liquid |
| 24275 |
Climate change is causing the polar ice cap to melt. melt to be changed from a solid substance into a liquid |
| 24276 |
My fears melted when I saw his kind expression. melt to disappear, usually gradually |
| 24277 |
He seemed to melt into the darkness. melt melt into to disappear, usually gradually |
| 24278 |
She gave him a smile that melted his heart. melt melt someone's heart to make someone kinder and more sympathetic |
| 24279 |
All she has to do is smile at him and he just melts. melt to become kinder and more sympathetic |
| 24280 |
The reds and golds melted into each other as the sun sank. melt melt into to gradually change or combine, so that you cannot see any difference between things |
| 24281 |
little savoury biscuits that melt in your mouth melt melt in your mouth if food melts in your mouth, it becomes soft in your mouth and tastes very good |
| 24282 |
sexual reproduction reproduction the process of having babies or of producing young animals or plants |
| 24283 |
the quality of photographic reproduction reproduction the process of making a copy of something or of doing something again in the same way as before |
| 24284 |
an inexpensive reproduction of a well-known painting reproduction a copy of something, especially a work of art or an antique |
| 24285 |
reproduction furniture reproduction a copy of something, especially a work of art or an antique |
| 24286 |
Judge Roberts' comments provoked a furious public response. furious extremely angry |
| 24287 |
Dad was furious with us. furious furious with extremely angry |
| 24288 |
Rosie was absolutely furious that I'd borrowed her car without asking. furious furious that extremely angry |
| 24289 |
They were furious at not being invited to the party. furious furious at extremely angry |
| 24290 |
Haig's speech was greeted by furious applause. furious done with a lot of energy and determination |
| 24291 |
The game was played at a furious pace. furious very fast |
| 24292 |
Strachan reacted furiously to rumours that he was going to resign. furious |
| 24293 |
Journalists surrounded her, furiously taking notes. furious |
| 24294 |
a beach bum bum someone who spends all their time doing an activity or being in a place they enjoy |
| 24295 |
What counts is bums on seats. bum bums on seats the idea that it is important to have a lot of people going to an event or performance, for example so that you will make more money or it will seem more impressive |
| 24296 |
I managed to bum the train fare off my dad. bum to ask someone to give you something such as a cigarette, drink, or money without giving them anything in return |
| 24297 |
I think we got a bum deal. bum bad or unfair |
| 24298 |
a bum knee leg wrist bum used for describing a body part that does not work correctly |
| 24299 |
the distinguished painter known as Grandma Moses distinguished successful and respected by many people |
| 24300 |
a distinguished career in the diplomatic service distinguished successful and respected by many people |
| 24301 |
a very distinguished silver-haired man distinguished looking impressive and as if you deserve respect. This word is not usually used to describe young people |
| 24302 |
a violin concerto solo violin a musical instrument that you hold under your chin and play by pulling a long object called a bow across its strings. Someone who plays a violin is called a violinist |
| 24303 |
Not everyone acts or thinks alike. alike in the same way or in a similar way |
| 24304 |
It's a show that appeals to young and old alike. alike used for referring to two people or things equally |
| 24305 |
The two versions of the text are alike in many ways. alike if people or things are alike, they are similar in some way |
| 24306 |
The sisters don't really look alike. alike if people or things are alike, they are similar in some way |
| 24307 |
The bunker is designed to withstand a nuclear blast. withstand to be strong enough not to be harmed or destroyed by something |
| 24308 |
Their marriage did not withstand four years' separation during the war. withstand to be strong enough not to be harmed or destroyed by something |
| 24309 |
plants that can withstand extremes of temperature withstand to be strong enough not to be harmed or destroyed by something |
| 24310 |
Would she be able to withstand the intense media pressure? withstand to be able to deal with a difficult situation |
| 24311 |
Simpson withstood a blistering cross-examination in court this morning. withstand to be able to deal with a difficult situation |
| 24312 |
This response to the question did not correlate significantly with age or gender. correlate correlate with if two or more things correlate or are correlated, they are connected in a way that is not caused by chance |
| 24313 |
Quick reactions are correlated with high intelligence. correlate be correlated with something if two or more things correlate or are correlated, they are connected in a way that is not caused by chance |
| 24314 |
Attempts will be made to correlate our findings with various environmental factors. correlate correlate something with something to show that two things are connected |
| 24315 |
an air a fuel pump pump a piece of equipment for making a liquid or gas move into or out of something |
| 24316 |
a hand foot pump (=operated with your hand or foot) pump a piece of equipment for making a liquid or gas move into or out of something |
| 24317 |
the pump of blood around his body pump the act or process of pumping something |
| 24318 |
Pumping water uphill is difficult and expensive. pump to make liquid or gas move into or out of something, especially by using a pump |
| 24319 |
Poisonous gases are pumped into the atmosphere every day. pump to make liquid or gas move into or out of something, especially by using a pump |
| 24320 |
Blood was pumping from a wound in his arm. pump if a liquid pumps from somewhere, a lot of it comes out in quick regular movements |
| 24321 |
Liz pumped the accelerator and tried to start the car. pump to push something up and down with an action like pumping |
| 24322 |
Her heart was pumping fast. pump to move with an action like that of a pump |
| 24323 |
He had been pumped full of sedatives. pump pump someone full of something to put a lot of a substance, especially a drug, into someone's body |
| 24324 |
a full-scale government probe into allegations of police corruption probe probe into an attempt to find out the truth about an issue, problem, or accident, made by an official group or by a newspaper, television programme etc |
| 24325 |
Investigators are probing the causes of the plane crash. probe to try to find out the truth about something, especially by asking a lot of questions |
| 24326 |
You have no right to start probing into my personal life. probe probe into to try to find out the truth about something, especially by asking a lot of questions |
| 24327 |
If you probe deeper, significant differences emerge. probe probe deep deeply to try to find out the truth about something, especially by asking a lot of questions |
| 24328 |
Divers probed the murky waters inch by inch. probe to examine or move through an area, especially in order to find something |
| 24329 |
Marks and comments on assignments provide feedback to students. feedback give provide get feedback comments about how well or how badly someone is doing something, which are intended to help them do it better |
| 24330 |
Complaints are valuable feedback on the effectiveness of the organization. feedback feedback on comments about how well or how badly someone is doing something, which are intended to help them do it better |
| 24331 |
Initial feedback from parents has been encouraging. feedback feedback from comments about how well or how badly someone is doing something, which are intended to help them do it better |
| 24332 |
Feedback was generally positive. feedback negative positive feedback comments about how well or how badly someone is doing something, which are intended to help them do it better |
| 24333 |
He has no political aspirations. aspiration something that you want to achieve, or the wish to achieve something |
| 24334 |
When I was 12 I had aspirations to play professional football. aspiration aspiration to do something something that you want to achieve, or the wish to achieve something |
| 24335 |
solar power solar relating to the Sun, or coming from the Sun |
| 24336 |
a solar eclipse (=in which the Sun is hidden by the Moon) solar relating to the Sun, or coming from the Sun |
| 24337 |
She had argued with a cab driver after refusing to pay her fare. fare the money that you pay for a journey |
| 24338 |
Have you given the kids their bus fares? fare air bus train taxi fare the money that you pay for a journey |
| 24339 |
More traditional fare can be found at the Plaka restaurant. fare the type of food that is available, especially in a restaurant or cafe |
| 24340 |
The magazine contained the usual fare of celebrity romances and beauty tips. fare used for referring to what someone or something usually does or has |
| 24341 |
We now have a much clearer picture of how schools are faring. fare used for saying how well or how badly someone does something |
| 24342 |
The party didn't fare as well in the local elections. fare fare well badly better worse etc used for saying how well or how badly someone does something |
| 24343 |
a bottle of perfume perfume a liquid with a pleasant smell that you put on your skin |
| 24344 |
expensive perfumes perfume a liquid with a pleasant smell that you put on your skin |
| 24345 |
The air was filled with the sweet perfume of roses. perfume perfume of the pleasant smell of something such as a flower or plant |
| 24346 |
Jasmine flowers perfumed the air. perfume to make someone or something smell nice |
| 24347 |
He carved a statue of her out of an old log. carve to make an object by cutting it from stone or wood |
| 24348 |
She carved his name on her school desk. carve to produce a pattern or writing on the surface of something by cutting it |
| 24349 |
The river has carved a series of spectacular gorges. carve if wind, a river etc carves something in the land, its action forms it over a period of many years |
| 24350 |
a qualified doctor nurse teacher qualified thoroughly trained for a particular job |
| 24351 |
She is particularly well qualified to give an opinion. qualified well suitably qualified to do something able to do something, because you have the knowledge, skill, or experience that is needed |
| 24352 |
The proposals were met with qualified approval. qualified qualified support or agreement is not completely positive because someone has some doubts or criticisms |
| 24353 |
The Statue of Liberty is a very famous landmark. landmark a famous building or object that you can see and recognize easily |
| 24354 |
This book has become a landmark in art criticism. landmark a major event or achievement that marks an important stage in a process and makes progress possible |
| 24355 |
a landmark ruling (=an important decision made in a court of law) landmark important and likely to influence future actions or decisions |
| 24356 |
Italian ice cream is imitated all over the world. imitate to copy something |
| 24357 |
'Stop that, now!' he said, imitating his father. imitate to copy someone's actions, words, or behaviour, often in order to make people laugh |
| 24358 |
boots with a waterproof membrane membrane a very thin layer that covers something |
| 24359 |
our dependence on our parents dependence dependence on a situation in which you need someone or something in order to live or succeed |
| 24360 |
the industry's dependence on coal dependence a situation in which you need someone or something in order to live or succeed |
| 24361 |
the problems that alcohol dependence creates within the family unit dependence the fact that someone is addicted to a drug or to alcohol |
| 24362 |
Anderson faces up to 24 years in prison if convicted. convict to prove in a court of law that someone is guilty of a crime |
| 24363 |
Robinson was convicted of the murder of his mother and brother. convict convict someone of something to prove in a court of law that someone is guilty of a crime |
| 24364 |
We submit our invoices on a monthly basis. invoice a document giving details of goods or services that someone has bought and must pay for |
| 24365 |
the Egyptian ambassador to London ambassador ambassador to a senior official who lives in a foreign country and represents his or her own country there. An ambassador is responsible for an office called an embassy |
| 24366 |
Louis Armstrong, one of jazz's most popular ambassadors ambassador someone who is considered to represent an activity, organization, company etc |
| 24367 |
The conjunction of computers and communications is perhaps the most important aspect of information technology. conjunction a combination of two or more things |
| 24368 |
a conjunction of favourable political and economic circumstances conjunction a situation in which events or conditions combine, usually influencing other events |
| 24369 |
This diet will only work in conjunction with regular exercise. conjunction in conjunction with combined with |
| 24370 |
a log cabin cabin a small simple wooden house in the mountains or in a forest |
| 24371 |
Satellite images are routinely used in weather forecasting. routinely as part of the usual way of doing something |
| 24372 |
the shaft of an arrow shaft the main part of something long and thin, not including the end |
| 24373 |
a lift ventilation shaft shaft a long narrow passage, for example one that leads from the surface of the ground down to a mine |
| 24374 |
There are rumours of buried treasure in the old house. treasure buried hidden treasure a collection of valuable things, especially jewels or gold and silver objects. In stories, treasure is often stored in a treasure chest (=a large box) |
| 24375 |
the treasures of the Vatican Museum treasure a valuable object, especially a piece of art or a historical object |
| 24376 |
This photograph from our wedding is my greatest treasure. treasure something that you look after carefully because you think it is valuable or important |
| 24377 |
My grandfather treasured that violin until the day he died. treasure to keep or look after something very carefully because it is very valuable or important to you |
| 24378 |
I treasure the time I spend with my grandchildren. treasure to feel happy, for example because you are doing something that you enjoy |
| 24379 |
the gas water telecommunications regulator regulator a person or organization whose job is to be certain that companies, systems etc act fairly and follow rules |
| 24380 |
a drilling rig rig a tall structure fitted with equipment for getting oil or gas out of the ground or from under the bottom of the sea |
| 24381 |
an oil rig rig a tall structure fitted with equipment for getting oil or gas out of the ground or from under the bottom of the sea |
| 24382 |
a lighting rig rig a set of equipment used for a particular activity |
| 24383 |
Officials denied that the competition had been rigged. rig to influence something such as an election in a dishonest way in order to produce a particular result |
| 24384 |
The stage was rigged the night before the concert. rig to provide something with a piece of equipment, especially secretly |
| 24385 |
A car rigged with explosives had been parked next to the bus only minutes earlier. rig rig with to provide something with a piece of equipment, especially secretly |
| 24386 |
inappropriate use of medication inappropriate not suitable in a particular situation |
| 24387 |
Clearly the punishment is inappropriate for the crime. inappropriate inappropriate for not suitable in a particular situation |
| 24388 |
marketing techniques that are totally inappropriate to education inappropriate inappropriate to not suitable in a particular situation |
| 24389 |
It is perhaps inappropriate to talk of 'rights' in this context. inappropriate it is inappropriate to do something not suitable in a particular situation |
| 24390 |
He denies that they had any kind of inappropriate relationship. inappropriate used about behaviour that you think is wrong because it is morally wrong or against acceptable social or professional standards |
| 24391 |
They admitted that it had been inappropriate for him to comment on the matter. inappropriate it is inappropriate for someone to do something used about behaviour that you think is wrong because it is morally wrong or against acceptable social or professional standards |
| 24392 |
The British embassy declined to comment. embassy a group of officials who represent their government in a foreign country. The most important official in an embassy is called an ambassador |
| 24393 |
the first balloonists to circle the globe globe the world |
| 24394 |
a man of great refinement refinement the quality of being very polite and well educated, and enjoying art, music etc |
| 24395 |
We're terribly fortunate the storm didn't start earlier. terribly very, or extremely |
| 24396 |
Something is terribly wrong. terribly very, or extremely |
| 24397 |
What's wrong? You're playing terribly today. terribly in a very bad way |
| 24398 |
He was granted exemption from military service. exemption exemption from permission to ignore something such as a rule, obligation, or payment |
| 24399 |
tax exemptions for companies relocating to deprived areas exemption tax exemption permission to ignore something such as a rule, obligation, or payment |
| 24400 |
an impressive array of musical talent array array of a large group of people or things that are related in some way |
| 24401 |
a dazzling array of products colours fruit jewels array a large group of people or things that are related in some way |
| 24402 |
An array of solar panels supplies the site with electricity. array a number of pieces of equipment of the same type, connected together to do a particular job |
| 24403 |
Security cameras were arrayed at every angle around the entrance. array to place or arrange something in a particular way |
| 24404 |
With such powerful interests arrayed against it, the bill would never succeed. array arrayed against ready to oppose or fight a person, group, or idea |
| 24405 |
indigestion headache antidepressant tablets tablet a small hard round piece of medicine that you swallow |
| 24406 |
Take two tablets a day, with food. tablet take a tablet a small hard round piece of medicine that you swallow |
| 24407 |
The treatment is now available in tablet form. tablet in tablet form a small hard round piece of medicine that you swallow |
| 24408 |
water purification tablets tablet a small hard piece of a substance, especially one that dissolves in water |
| 24409 |
The Treaty is not written on tablets of stone. tablet not be set in laid down on written on tablets of stone to be able to be changed |
| 24410 |
Hundreds of workers are to be sacked at the factory. sack to tell someone that they can no longer work at their job |
| 24411 |
The club have sacked their manager. sack to tell someone that they can no longer work at their job |
| 24412 |
Imperial troops sacked Rome in 1527. sack if an army or military group sacks a place, they steal a lot of property from it and destroy it |
| 24413 |
The sack was too heavy to lift. sack a large strong bag for storing and carrying things |
| 24414 |
a sack of potatoes flour sack sack of the things inside a sack |
| 24415 |
a grocery sack sack a strong paper bag for carrying goods from a shop |
| 24416 |
We didn't want to risk getting the sack by going on strike. sack get the sack a situation in which the management of a company ends someone's job |
| 24417 |
Incompetent police officers will now face the sack. sack face the sack (=be in a situation in which it is likely that you will lose your job) a situation in which the management of a company ends someone's job |
| 24418 |
He ought to be given the sack. sack give someone the sack a situation in which the management of a company ends someone's job |
| 24419 |
He's just trying to get you in the sack. sack in the sack in bed, used especially when referring to people having sex |
| 24420 |
The report said he used harassment and threats to intimidate television journalists. intimidate to deliberately make someone feel frightened, especially so that they will do what you want |
| 24421 |
Adult courtrooms will inevitably intimidate young children. intimidate to frighten someone or make them feel nervous |
| 24422 |
a crowded street train restaurant crowded containing a lot of people, especially too many |
| 24423 |
Was the pool crowded? crowded containing a lot of people, especially too many |
| 24424 |
a crowded schedule crowded containing a lot of things, especially too many |
| 24425 |
soil coastal glacial erosion erosion the process by which the surface of land or rock is gradually damaged by water, wind etc and begins to disappear |
| 24426 |
the erosion of public confidence in the government erosion the gradual reduction or destruction of something important |
| 24427 |
You're talking bull. bull something someone says that is stupid or not true |
| 24428 |
I decided to take the bull by the horns and ask him to leave. bull take the bull by the horns to deal with a problem in a very direct and confident way, even though there is some risk in doing this |
| 24429 |
We've refined the system since it was first launched. refine to make small changes to something in order to improve it |
| 24430 |
The unfortunate victims of the pension fund fraud are unlikely to get their money back. unfortunate experiencing bad luck, or caused by bad luck |
| 24431 |
This whole episode has been very unfortunate. unfortunate if something is unfortunate, you do not approve of it, or you wish it had not happened |
| 24432 |
It's unfortunate that some politicians have condemned the film without even seeing it. unfortunate it is unfortunate that if something is unfortunate, you do not approve of it, or you wish it had not happened |
| 24433 |
He had an unfortunate habit of getting drunk and behaving badly at parties. unfortunate slightly embarrassing or offensive |
| 24434 |
a jacket covered with metal studs stud a small piece of metal that sticks up from the surface of something, usually as a decoration |
| 24435 |
ear nose tongue stud stud a small piece of jewellery on a short metal post that is worn through a part of your body |
| 24436 |
He thinks he's such a stud. stud a man who is admired for being sexually attractive and good at sex |
| 24437 |
seven-card stud stud a type of poker (=card game) |
| 24438 |
When Ebony grew too old to race they put him out to stud. stud put out retire to stud to keep a male animal that no longer works for breeding |
| 24439 |
Thousands of coloured stones studded the walls. stud to be in many different places in an area or on the surface of something |
| 24440 |
a dark sky studded with stars stud stud something with something to be in many different places in an area or on the surface of something |
| 24441 |
a boxing promoter promoter someone whose job is to arrange and advertise concerts and sports events |
| 24442 |
He was a promoter of causes including environmental protection. promoter someone who tries to make people support an idea or issue |
| 24443 |
a promoter of South African wines promoter someone who tries to make a product more popular |
| 24444 |
The order compelled him to appear as a witness. compel compel someone to do something to force someone to do something, or to get something from someone using force |
| 24445 |
I feel compelled to write to thank you. compel feel compelled to do something to force someone to do something, or to get something from someone using force |
| 24446 |
car TV rental rental the process of renting something |
| 24447 |
rental of conference rooms rental rental of the process of renting something |
| 24448 |
rental charges rental relating to renting |
| 24449 |
a rental agreement rental relating to renting |
| 24450 |
a rental car truck rental available to be rented |
| 24451 |
a video rental store rental available to be rented |
| 24452 |
She darted forward and snatched the bag away from the girl. dart dart across forward into off etc to make a sudden quick movement somewhere |
| 24453 |
A child darted out in front of our car. dart to make a sudden quick movement somewhere |
| 24454 |
He darted nervous glances around the auditorium. dart dart something around across at etc if you dart a look or a glance, or if your eyes dart somewhere, you look there suddenly and for a very short time |
| 24455 |
The cat made a dart for the door as he came in. dart make a dart for a sudden, quick, and usually short movement |
| 24456 |
She knows how to motivate people. motivate to make someone feel determined to do something or enthusiastic about doing it |
| 24457 |
He was primarily motivated by the desire for profit. motivate to make someone feel determined to do something or enthusiastic about doing it |
| 24458 |
We must motivate students to take charge of their own learning. motivate motivate someone to do something to make someone feel determined to do something or enthusiastic about doing it |
| 24459 |
The crime appears to have been motivated by hatred. motivate motivate by to make someone behave in a particular way |
| 24460 |
burning buildings burning being destroyed by fire |
| 24461 |
a burning car burning being destroyed by fire |
| 24462 |
I felt his burning forehead. burning very hot |
| 24463 |
the burning sun of the desert burning very hot |
| 24464 |
She felt a burning sensation in her mouth. burning painful, and feeling as if a part of your body is touching something hot |
| 24465 |
My burning ambition is to be world champion. burning felt extremely strongly |
| 24466 |
The burning question is: can the Internet be regulated? burning burning issue question something that people have strong opinions about and think is very important |
| 24467 |
The band has legions of fans. legion a large group or number of people |
| 24468 |
Examples of this are legion. legion very large in number |
| 24469 |
Apples contain several essential vitamins. vitamin natural substances found in food that are necessary to keep your body healthy. Each vitamin is given a name using a letter of the alphabet, for example vitamin C which is found in many fruit and vegetables. A vitamin deficiency is a medical condition caused by lack of vitamins |
| 24470 |
vitamin pills tablets supplements vitamin natural substances found in food that are necessary to keep your body healthy. Each vitamin is given a name using a letter of the alphabet, for example vitamin C which is found in many fruit and vegetables. A vitamin deficiency is a medical condition caused by lack of vitamins |
| 24471 |
Add the juice of half a lemon. lemon fruit with a hard yellow skin and sour juice. It grows on a lemon tree. Lemons are citrus fruits |
| 24472 |
Free theatre tickets are one of the perks of this job. perk an extra payment or benefit that you get in your job |
| 24473 |
At 15 I looked forward to the perks of adult life. perk a benefit or advantage that you get from a situation |
| 24474 |
Sue perked up when she heard the news. perk if someone perks up, or if something perks them up, they begin to feel happier or more lively |
| 24475 |
Some chilli sauce will perk it up. perk to become more interesting or exciting, or to make something do this |
| 24476 |
He is appearing in court on charges of bribery and tax evasion. bribery the crime of giving money or presents to someone so that they will help you by doing something dishonest or illegal |
| 24477 |
Eventually, I resorted to bribery and promised them ice cream. bribery an attempt to make someone do what you want by promising that they can do or have something |
| 24478 |
chilli powder powder a soft dry substance that looks like dust or sand |
| 24479 |
The detergent is sold in both liquid and powder forms. powder a soft dry substance that looks like dust or sand |
| 24480 |
I've got a splitting headache (=an extremely bad headache). headache a pain in your head |
| 24481 |
The noise was giving her a headache. headache give someone a headache a pain in your head |
| 24482 |
Parking is a major headache in this part of town. headache something that causes you a lot of problems |
| 24483 |
Although she told him she knew nothing, he was very persistent. persistent continuing to do something in a determined way |
| 24484 |
His persistent refusal to pay eventually led to a prison sentence. persistent continuing to do something in a determined way |
| 24485 |
a persistent cough persistent continuing to exist, especially for longer than you would like |
| 24486 |
I came here off my own bat, because I wanted to. bat off your own bat doing something because you have decided to do it, not because someone else has suggested it |
| 24487 |
He was trying to bat the flies away with his newspaper. bat to hit something small that is flying through the air in order to stop it landing on you |
| 24488 |
Today people live together without being married and nobody bats an eyelid. bat not bat an eyelid to not be shocked, worried, or upset by something |
| 24489 |
roast chestnuts chestnut a large smooth red-brown nut that you can eat |
| 24490 |
chestnut stuffing chestnut a large smooth red-brown nut that you can eat |
| 24491 |
She had thick chestnut hair. chestnut a red-brown colour |
| 24492 |
Not that old chestnut again! chestnut old chestnut a story or joke that has been repeated so often that everyone is bored with it |
| 24493 |
Her ancestors went to America with the Pilgrims. ancestor someone who is related to you who lived a long time ago |
| 24494 |
a game that many see as the ancestor of basketball ancestor an earlier form from which something modern has developed |
| 24495 |
their ancestral home ancestor |
| 24496 |
Cesares spent 10 years working predominantly in opera. predominantly mainly, or mostly |
| 24497 |
The women employed in the mines were predominantly young and unmarried. predominantly mainly, or mostly |
| 24498 |
We will be testing the mathematical ability of every child. mathematical relating to or involving mathematics |
| 24499 |
complicated mathematical formulae mathematical relating to or involving mathematics |
| 24500 |
mathematical symbols mathematical relating to or involving mathematics |
| 24501 |
Victory is now a mathematical certainty. mathematical a mathematical certainty something that will definitely happen |
| 24502 |
He arranged the items with mathematical precision on the plate. mathematical with mathematical precision planning or doing something very accurately and carefully |
| 24503 |
strategies to force compliance with air quality standards compliance compliance with the practice of obeying a law, rule, or request |
| 24504 |
All building work must be carried out in compliance with safety regulations. compliance in compliance with the practice of obeying a law, rule, or request |
| 24505 |
The predominant view was that she was guilty. predominant the most common or greatest in number or amount |
| 24506 |
My predominant feeling was one of surprise. predominant most important or powerful |
| 24507 |
This versatile summer jacket is a great buy. versatile able to be used in many different ways |
| 24508 |
Baldwin was a very versatile writer. versatile having a wide range of different skills and abilities |
| 24509 |
one of the cinema's most versatile and sought-after actors versatile having a wide range of different skills and abilities |
| 24510 |
the arch above the front door arch a curved structure at the top of a door, window, or gate |
| 24511 |
a garden arch arch a structure with a curved top and two straight sides that you can walk through |
| 24512 |
Marble Arch arch a structure with a curved top and two straight sides that you can walk through |
| 24513 |
Many people sheltered under the arches of the bridge. arch a curved structure, especially one that supports a building or a bridge |
| 24514 |
an arch smile tone arch speaking or looking as though you think it is funny that you know something that someone else does not know |
| 24515 |
Scully arched an eyebrow in surprise. arch to form the shape of an arch |
| 24516 |
Trees arched over the road. arch to form the shape of an arch |
| 24517 |
arch-enemy arch- main: used with some nouns |
| 24518 |
archbishop arch- main: used with some nouns |
| 24519 |
After graduation she worked as a research chemist. graduation the act of receiving a degree or other qualification after finishing your studies at a college or university |
| 24520 |
She tilted the bowl to pour the mixture out. tilt to move something so that one side is lower than the other |
| 24521 |
The tray was tilted at an angle. tilt to move something so that one side is lower than the other |
| 24522 |
Suddenly the boat started to tilt. tilt if something tilts, it moves so that one side is lower than the other |
| 24523 |
She was sitting with her head tilted slightly back. tilt to move your head slightly upwards, downwards, or to one side |
| 24524 |
Excellent performances from the opening batsmen have tilted the balance in favour of the home side. tilt tilt the balance towards in favour of someone (=give someone an advantage) to influence a situation in a particular way, or to be influenced in a particular way |
| 24525 |
The table has a definite tilt at this end. tilt a sloping position, or the amount by which something slopes |
| 24526 |
Opinion polls are showing a marked tilt towards the Nationalist Party. tilt a slight change in people's opinion or attitude |
| 24527 |
She never misses a chance to have a tilt at liberals. tilt tilt at a criticism of someone or something |
| 24528 |
Whitham is heading for a tilt at the world championship next year. tilt tilt at an attempt to achieve something |
| 24529 |
He came running down the hill at full tilt. tilt at full tilt as fast as possible |
| 24530 |
The car broke down and had to be towed home. tow to pull a vehicle or boat by fixing it to the back of another vehicle or boat |
| 24531 |
They gave us a tow to the nearest garage. tow the activity of pulling one vehicle or boat behind another |
| 24532 |
Alice went marching off with her husband and kids in tow. tow in tow if you have someone in tow, they are following you because you are taking them somewhere |
| 24533 |
We travelled overnight. overnight during the night, or from one evening until the next morning |
| 24534 |
They stayed overnight at the hotel. overnight during the night, or from one evening until the next morning |
| 24535 |
Soak the beans overnight in cold water. overnight during the night, or from one evening until the next morning |
| 24536 |
Don't expect to become famous overnight. overnight in a very short time |
| 24537 |
an overnight stay overnight working, travelling, or happening during the night |
| 24538 |
the overnight train flight ferry overnight working, travelling, or happening during the night |
| 24539 |
an overnight success overnight happening after a very short time |
| 24540 |
Already the whole project was looking doubtful. doubtful not certain or likely to happen or be true |
| 24541 |
It is doubtful whether he will survive. doubtful it is doubtful (that) whether if how not certain or likely to happen or be true |
| 24542 |
Kirkwood is doubtful for tonight's match. doubtful unlikely to be doing something, especially playing in a match |
| 24543 |
You still seem a bit doubtful. doubtful not feeling certain about something |
| 24544 |
He was doubtful about the accuracy of the results. doubtful doubtful about not feeling certain about something |
| 24545 |
The board was doubtful that her estimates were realistic. doubtful doubtful (that) whether if not feeling certain about something |
| 24546 |
documents of doubtful authenticity doubtful not satisfactory or acceptable |
| 24547 |
We're very late, and it's all your doing. doing be someone's doing to be someone's fault |
| 24548 |
It will take some doing to finish this before five o'clock. doing take some doing used for saying that something will be very difficult to do |
| 24549 |
Remember that this is a legally binding document. binding legally binding if an agreement, contract, decision etc is binding, you must do what it says |
| 24550 |
These are guidelines only, and are not binding on any party. binding binding on upon if an agreement, contract, decision etc is binding, you must do what it says |
| 24551 |
I braced myself for the results of my blood test. brace brace yourself for something to get ready for something unpleasant |
| 24552 |
Smith braced himself to give her the bad news. brace brace yourself to do something to get ready for something unpleasant |
| 24553 |
Financial markets are braced for another turbulent week. brace be braced for something to get ready for something unpleasant |
| 24554 |
The city is bracing itself for the hurricane. brace brace for to get ready for something unpleasant |
| 24555 |
She braced herself against the wall. brace to push your body, or a part of it, against something solid and strong in order to support yourself or to avoid falling |
| 24556 |
He braced his foot against the door so she couldn't open it. brace brace yourself something against something to push your body, or a part of it, against something solid and strong in order to support yourself or to avoid falling |
| 24557 |
He faced the angry crowd, his arms folded, his legs braced. brace to make your body, or a part of it, stiff and strong in order to do something that needs a lot of physical effort |
| 24558 |
The passengers were told how to brace for the crash. brace brace for to make your body, or a part of it, stiff and strong in order to do something that needs a lot of physical effort |
| 24559 |
a back neck brace brace an object that supports a part of your body and holds it in the correct position after you have injured it |
| 24560 |
three brace of pheasant brace brace of a pair of game birds (=birds killed for sport and then eaten) |
| 24561 |
in mid-September mid- the middle of a period of time: used with many nouns |
| 24562 |
during the mid-1950s mid- the middle of a period of time: used with many nouns |
| 24563 |
Cut the branches in mid or late summer. mid- the middle of a period of time: used with many nouns |
| 24564 |
She had a magic cloak that made her invisible. invisible something that is invisible cannot be seen |
| 24565 |
The spotted skin of the frog renders it almost invisible to its enemies. invisible invisible to something that is invisible cannot be seen |
| 24566 |
invisible earnings from currency trading invisible a country's invisible income is money that it earns from services rather than from selling goods |
| 24567 |
Many minority groups are invisible on the major American television networks. invisible not officially recognized or fairly represented |
| 24568 |
the invisible barrier between the affluent suburbs and the shantytown beyond invisible not physically existing but having a noticeable effect |
| 24569 |
organisms that are completely invisible to the naked eye invisible invisible to the naked eye too small to be seen without using something such as a microscope |
| 24570 |
The path was obscured almost to the point of invisibility. invisible |
| 24571 |
the invisibility of women in some cultures invisible |
| 24572 |
The plane departed at noon. depart to leave and start a journey |
| 24573 |
Our flight departs from Shannon Airport at 2 o'clock. depart depart from to leave and start a journey |
| 24574 |
The Foreign Minister will depart for Cairo this evening. depart depart for to leave and start a journey |
| 24575 |
Before departing Colombo, they visited a Buddhist temple. depart to leave a place and start a journey |
| 24576 |
He departed this life in the winter of 1973. depart to die |
| 24577 |
the environmental brigade brigade a group of people who have the same opinions or way of life. People often use this word in an insulting way about groups that they do not like |
| 24578 |
The magazine is targeted at the pipe and slippers brigade (=older men). brigade a group of people who have the same opinions or way of life. People often use this word in an insulting way about groups that they do not like |
| 24579 |
He knows how to manipulate an audience. manipulate to influence someone, or to control something, in a clever or dishonest way |
| 24580 |
She accused the party of manipulating the figures. manipulate to influence someone, or to control something, in a clever or dishonest way |
| 24581 |
I watched the pilot expertly manipulating the controls in front of him. manipulate to skilfully handle, control, or use something |
| 24582 |
genetically manipulated plants manipulate to skilfully handle, control, or use something |
| 24583 |
a loaf of bread loaf bread in a long, round, or square shape that you cut into slices (=thin flat pieces) for eating. A sliced loaf has been cut into slices before it is sold |
| 24584 |
I just loafed around, eating and watching television. loaf loaf about around to spend time doing nothing, usually when you should be working |
| 24585 |
Many people have dramatically reduced the amount of red meat they consume. consume to eat or drink something |
| 24586 |
The new light bulbs consume less electricity. consume to use a supply of something such as time, energy, or fuel |
| 24587 |
In 1541 a fire consumed most of the town and much of the castle. consume to destroy something completely, especially by burning it |
| 24588 |
I was consumed with curiosity about my new neighbour. consume be consumed with by something to take all of your attention so that you cannot think of anything else |
| 24589 |
The temptation to gamble is great, so he stays at home. temptation temptation to do something a strong feeling of wanting to have or to do something, especially something that is bad for you |
| 24590 |
She nearly gave in to the temptation to open the letter. temptation give in yield succumb to (the) temptation (=get or do the thing that you want) a strong feeling of wanting to have or to do something, especially something that is bad for you |
| 24591 |
I will resist the temptation to go into detail here. temptation resist the temptation to do something a strong feeling of wanting to have or to do something, especially something that is bad for you |
| 24592 |
The streets of London have many temptations for young people. temptation something that tempts you |
| 24593 |
His image as party leader has survived the crisis intact. intact remain survive intact not harmed, damaged, or lacking any parts as a result of something that has happened |
| 24594 |
This great Victorian house will be preserved intact and opened to the public. intact preserve keep something intact not harmed, damaged, or lacking any parts as a result of something that has happened |
| 24595 |
a pair of gloves glove a piece of clothing that covers your fingers and hands |
| 24596 |
leather woollen gloves glove a piece of clothing that covers your fingers and hands |
| 24597 |
Wear rubber gloves when washing dishes. glove rubber gloves a piece of clothing that covers your fingers and hands |
| 24598 |
With more than five months left until election day, it is somewhat early for the gloves to come off. glove take the gloves off to start fighting or competing hard in order to achieve something. When this happens, you can say 'the gloves are off' |
| 24599 |
Boys usually express their aggression by hitting each other. aggression show express display aggression an angry feeling that makes you want to attack or defeat someone else |
| 24600 |
So far they had shown no aggression towards him. aggression aggression towards an angry feeling that makes you want to attack or defeat someone else |
| 24601 |
We shall unite to defend ourselves against aggression. aggression a situation in which one country attacks another |
| 24602 |
The statement condemned the country's brutal aggression against its neighbour. aggression aggression against a situation in which one country attacks another |
| 24603 |
an act of unprovoked aggression (=there was no reason for it) aggression act of aggression a situation in which one country attacks another |
| 24604 |
Aggression against the supporters of rival teams is on the increase. aggression aggression against a situation in which someone attacks another person |
| 24605 |
Many of them had been victims of physical aggression. aggression physical verbal aggression a situation in which someone attacks another person |
| 24606 |
the emergence of the modern French state emergence emergence of the process of appearing or becoming recognized |
| 24607 |
the emergence of English as the medium of international communication emergence the process of appearing or becoming recognized |
| 24608 |
the company's emergence from bankruptcy emergence emergence from the process of stopping being involved in a difficult situation or period of time |
| 24609 |
He was mega popular with the fans. mega extremely |
| 24610 |
He's got hundreds of songs that are just mega. mega very large, important, or impressive: used to emphasize the size, importance, or quality of someone or something |
| 24611 |
a mega traffic jam mega very large, important, or impressive: used to emphasize the size, importance, or quality of someone or something |
| 24612 |
a 2,000-megawatt power plant mega- one million: used with some units of measurement |
| 24613 |
Cruise is now a megastar. mega- very large or important: used with some nouns |
| 24614 |
military radar systems radar a system that uses radio signals for finding the exact position of something such as an aircraft or a ship |
| 24615 |
The threat from terrorism had gone completely off the radar until that moment. radar on off the radar (screen) used for saying that someone notices or does not notice an issue or problem |
| 24616 |
The two sides have decided to reopen negotiations. reopen if a process reopens, or if someone reopens it, it begins again after a pause |
| 24617 |
The theatre will reopen next week with a production of Hamlet. reopen if a shop, restaurant, theatre etc reopens, or if someone reopens it, it opens again to customers after being closed for a period of time |
| 24618 |
Women clutched small children as they left. clutch to hold someone or something firmly, for example because you are afraid or in pain, or do not want to lose them |
| 24619 |
An officer stumbled and clutched at the handrail. clutch clutch at to try to take hold of someone or something because you are afraid or in pain, or in order to stop yourself from falling |
| 24620 |
They fled the country to escape the clutches of the secret police. clutch power or control that someone has over you that you want to escape from |
| 24621 |
This is the best of the recent clutch of political biographies. clutch a small group of people or things |
| 24622 |
a gin and tonic tonic a type of fizzy water (=with gas in it) with a bitter taste, often mixed with a strong alcoholic drink, or a glass of this drink |
| 24623 |
a vodka tonic tonic a type of fizzy water (=with gas in it) with a bitter taste, often mixed with a strong alcoholic drink, or a glass of this drink |
| 24624 |
This holiday has been the perfect tonic for you. tonic something that makes you feel happier or healthier |
| 24625 |
a Chinese herbal tonic tonic a medicine that you take to get more energy and feel healthier, especially after you have been ill or working too hard |
| 24626 |
the tonic air of the mountains tonic making you feel happier or healthier |
| 24627 |
He is a man of great wit, sensitivity, and passion. wit the ability to use words in a clever way to make people laugh |
| 24628 |
Perelman was known for his acerbic wit. wit a dry biting acerbic caustic wit (=the tendency to say clever and slightly cruel things) the ability to use words in a clever way to make people laugh |
| 24629 |
a celebrated wit wit someone who uses words in a clever and funny way |
| 24630 |
The original film had both wit and poignancy. wit the ability to make people laugh without using words |
| 24631 |
a young hero admired for his courage and quick wits wit quick wits your ability to think quickly and make sensible decisions |
| 24632 |
Claudia paused, trying to gather her wits enough to reply. wit gather collect your wits (=try to start thinking clearly) your ability to think quickly and make sensible decisions |
| 24633 |
Keep your wits about you at all times. wit keep have your wits about you your ability to think quickly and make sensible decisions |
| 24634 |
You'd think they'd have the wit to send someone who could speak the language. wit intelligence |
| 24635 |
I'm at my wits' end trying to think of ways to amuse these children. wit at your wits' end so worried and tired because of your problems that you cannot think of any more ways of solving them |
| 24636 |
The film scared the wits out of us. wit frighten scare the wits out of someone to make someone feel extremely frightened |
| 24637 |
Two teams of experts will pit their wits against one another in the final round of the quiz. wit pit your wits against to use all of your intelligence to try to defeat someone or to solve a problem |
| 24638 |
They travelled the world collecting animals, to wit: big cats, monkeys, and even elephants. wit to wit used before giving details about something that you have already mentioned |
| 24639 |
They were found guilty of trying to bribe officials. bribe to give money or presents to someone so that they will help you by doing something dishonest or illegal |
| 24640 |
They tried to bribe the judge to find their brother not guilty. bribe bribe someone to do something to give money or presents to someone so that they will help you by doing something dishonest or illegal |
| 24641 |
I tried bribing her with sweets, but it didn't work. bribe to promise something to someone, especially a child, if they will agree to do what you want |
| 24642 |
Some officials had apparently taken bribes from arms dealers. bribe money or a present given to someone so that they will help you by doing something dishonest or illegal |
| 24643 |
The upsurge in violence merely underlines the need for continuing peace talks. underline to show clearly that something is important or true |
| 24644 |
Recent job losses underline the continued weakness of the economy. underline to show clearly that something is important or true |
| 24645 |
Both leaders underlined their commitment to making the agreement work. underline to emphasize something or state that it is important |
| 24646 |
Doyle underlined that the students would not welcome these changes. underline underline that to emphasize something or state that it is important |
| 24647 |
Trainees will learn a skill that is valued in many countries. trainee someone who is training for a particular profession or job |
| 24648 |
The firm recruits ten trainee accountants a year. trainee trainee accountant nurse etc someone who is training for a particular profession or job |
| 24649 |
The issue of taxation has once again come to the fore. fore to the fore into a position of importance |
| 24650 |
The new legislation brings patients' needs to the fore. fore to the fore into a position of importance |
| 24651 |
The diet industry comes under scrutiny in tonight's programme. scrutiny under scrutiny careful examination of someone or something |
| 24652 |
Council services are subject to close scrutiny to ensure their efficiency. scrutiny close scrutiny careful examination of someone or something |
| 24653 |
The company's accounts are mainly hidden from public scrutiny. scrutiny public parliamentary judicial scrutiny careful examination of someone or something |
| 24654 |
a luxury liner liner a large passenger ship, especially one used for cruises or long-distance travel |
| 24655 |
a bin liner liner something that you use inside another thing to keep it clean or to protect it |
| 24656 |
lavender-scented drawer liners liner something that you use inside another thing to keep it clean or to protect it |
| 24657 |
Marx still has many followers in academic circles. follower someone who believes what a religion or system of ideas teaches, or who supports the person who established them |
| 24658 |
followers of Islam follower someone who believes what a religion or system of ideas teaches, or who supports the person who established them |
| 24659 |
a keen follower of football and cricket follower someone who is interested in the progress or development of something, especially a sport |
| 24660 |
The king escaped the country with 50 of his followers. follower someone who supports and travels with an important person such as a military or political leader |
| 24661 |
Mary has done sterling work as secretary of this new association. sterling sterling work or a sterling character is good, strong, and reliable |
| 24662 |
You can buy traveller's cheques in sterling or foreign currency. sterling the standard unit of money in the UK |
| 24663 |
Sterling fell two cents against the dollar on the Stock Market today. sterling sterling falls rises the standard unit of money in the UK |
| 24664 |
a sterling silver bracelet sterling silver of a standard quality |
| 24665 |
bran flakes flake a small flat piece of something |
| 24666 |
a flake of snow flake a small flat piece of something |
| 24667 |
Her skin was itchy and beginning to flake. flake to come off a surface in small flat pieces |
| 24668 |
First prize is three days of relaxation in a top health spa. relaxation an activity or situation that makes it possible for you to rest and enjoy yourself |
| 24669 |
Relaxation and meditation play a major role in the treatment of stress-related illnesses. relaxation the process of making your body less tight and your mind less worried |
| 24670 |
the relaxation of travel restrictions relaxation relaxation of the process of making rules, controls, conditions etc more relaxed |
| 24671 |
bright brilliant strong sunlight sunlight the light from the sun |
| 24672 |
The contents of this bottle should not be exposed to direct sunlight. sunlight the light from the sun |
| 24673 |
A piece of glass had penetrated the skin. penetrate to get inside an object or body by getting through something |
| 24674 |
They had penetrated deep into enemy territory. penetrate to get inside an area by getting past something that is intended to stop you |
| 24675 |
One of them managed to penetrate airport security. penetrate to get inside an area by getting past something that is intended to stop you |
| 24676 |
Few sounds penetrate the thick walls. penetrate to get through something into a place and be heard, seen, or felt by people in it |
| 24677 |
one of the last cultures in the world that television has not penetrated penetrate to reach or affect something such as a part of society |
| 24678 |
Their advice never even penetrated his consciousness. penetrate to be noticed or understood by someone |
| 24679 |
What she said didn't penetrate until just now. penetrate to be noticed or understood by someone |
| 24680 |
Honda's success in penetrating Western motorcycle markets penetrate penetrate a market to succeed in selling products in a market |
| 24681 |
I've never penetrated the mysteries of cricket. penetrate penetrate the mysteries of something to understand the truth about something complicated or mysterious |
| 24682 |
Can you tie a knot in the end of this thread? knot a point where string, rope, or cloth is tied together, or is twisted together and pulled tight |
| 24683 |
I've got my shoelaces in a knot. knot a lump in fibre, string, or hair where it has become twisted together |
| 24684 |
Let's get those knots out of your hair. knot a lump in fibre, string, or hair where it has become twisted together |
| 24685 |
a little knot of fear knot an unpleasant tight feeling, especially in your stomach, that you get when you are afraid, excited, or worried |
| 24686 |
We're progressing at a great rate of knots at the moment. knot at a rate of knots very quickly |
| 24687 |
That temper of yours is going to get you into trouble. temper a tendency to get angry very quickly |
| 24688 |
She should never have married a man with such a violent temper. temper a tendency to get angry very quickly |
| 24689 |
He's not a bad boss, but he has a short temper. temper have a short temper (=become angry very quickly) a tendency to get angry very quickly |
| 24690 |
Andrew has not yet learned to control his temper. temper control your temper a tendency to get angry very quickly |
| 24691 |
Tempers flared and things began to get out of control. temper tempers flare (=people get angry) a tendency to get angry very quickly |
| 24692 |
It was a difficult meeting and tempers got a bit frayed. temper tempers fray (=people start to get angry) a tendency to get angry very quickly |
| 24693 |
When Mark turned up he was in a foul temper. temper in a bad foul terrible etc temper a particular emotional state or mood |
| 24694 |
He seems to be in a good temper. temper in a good temper a particular emotional state or mood |
| 24695 |
He doesn't mean what he says when he's in a temper. temper be in a temper an extremely angry state |
| 24696 |
When she refused to help, he flew into a temper. temper get fly into a temper an extremely angry state |
| 24697 |
He stormed out of the room in a fit of temper. temper a fit of temper (=a sudden short period of uncontrolled anger) an extremely angry state |
| 24698 |
As a small child he had had violent temper tantrums. temper a temper tantrum (=a sudden short period of uncontrolled anger) an extremely angry state |
| 24699 |
It's important to keep your temper with the children. temper keep your temper (with) to stay calm and not get angry |
| 24700 |
She hardly ever lost her temper. temper lose your temper (with) to become very angry |
| 24701 |
hot, sunny days tempered by a light breeze temper to make something less strong or extreme, especially by adding something that has the opposite effect |
| 24702 |
The time had come to temper idealism with reality. temper to make something less strong or extreme, especially by adding something that has the opposite effect |
| 24703 |
a sheep's skull skull the bones of the head |
| 24704 |
His skull was fractured in the accident. skull fracture your skull the bones of the head |
| 24705 |
The sound of the alarm clock pierced his skull. skull a person's head, or their mind |
| 24706 |
Will you get it into your thick skull that I'm not coming! skull get something into through your thick skull to start understanding something. This expression is used when you are angry and you think someone is being stupid |
| 24707 |
The report openly criticizes the military leadership. openly in a direct or honest way that makes something obvious |
| 24708 |
They are openly hostile to the proposed changes. openly in a direct or honest way that makes something obvious |
| 24709 |
The mill was used for grinding corn until the 17th century. grind to break something into very small pieces or powder, by using a machine or by crushing it between two hard surfaces |
| 24710 |
freshly ground black pepper grind to break something into very small pieces or powder, by using a machine or by crushing it between two hard surfaces |
| 24711 |
She ground a half-smoked cigarette into the ashtray. grind to press something down onto a surface using a lot of force |
| 24712 |
A truck came grinding up the hill. grind if a machine or vehicle grinds, it moves or works slowly, noisily, and with difficulty |
| 24713 |
the sound of grinding gears grind if parts of a machine grind, or if someone grinds them, they rub together and make an unpleasant noise |
| 24714 |
The traffic finally ground to a halt outside the station. grind if a vehicle grinds to a halt, it moves more and more slowly until it finally stops |
| 24715 |
There are signs that the economy is grinding to a halt. grind if a process or a country grinds to a halt, things gradually get slower until they finally stop |
| 24716 |
the usual daily grind of household tasks grind something that is hard work, boring, and tiring because it takes a lot of your time and energy |
| 24717 |
a grey blue minke killer whale whale a very large sea animal that breathes air through a hole on the top of its head |
| 24718 |
discrete categories units discrete separate |
| 24719 |
She woke up the following morning feeling a lot perkier. perky lively and happy |
| 24720 |
an heir to the throne throne the position of being a king or queen |
| 24721 |
Queen Victoria was still on the throne then. throne be on the throne the position of being a king or queen |
| 24722 |
Three American journalists have been kidnapped by political extremists. kidnap to illegally take someone away and make them a prisoner, especially in order to make their family or government give you money or allow you to do what you want |
| 24723 |
the kidnap of a local businessman kidnap the act of kidnapping someone |
| 24724 |
a kidnapping victim kidnap the act of kidnapping someone |
| 24725 |
Mary supervises two PhD students. supervise to be in charge of a person or group of people and to check that they are behaving or working correctly |
| 24726 |
His job was to supervise the loading of the ship. supervise to be in charge of an activity or a place and to check that things are done correctly |
| 24727 |
The team lost because of a combination of injuries and sickness. sickness a condition in which you have an illness |
| 24728 |
Time off work because of sickness is paid at the full rate. sickness a condition in which you have an illness |
| 24729 |
climbers who suffer badly from altitude sickness sickness a particular illness |
| 24730 |
The virus causes stomach pains, sickness, and diarrhoea. sickness a feeling that you are going to bring up food from your stomach |
| 24731 |
The protests were sparked by the firing of two restaurant employees. spark to make something happen, especially something involving violence or angry feelings |
| 24732 |
The trial sparked off widespread rioting in London. spark to make something happen, especially something involving violence or angry feelings |
| 24733 |
Their growing reputation had sparked interest from other film-makers. spark to make someone feel, think of, or remember something |
| 24734 |
Your article sparked off happy memories for me. spark to make someone feel, think of, or remember something |
| 24735 |
A faulty electric blanket sparked a fire in one of the bedrooms. spark to start a fire or explosion |
| 24736 |
A log fell, sending a shower of sparks up the chimney. spark a very small piece of burning material |
| 24737 |
an electric spark spark a flash of light caused by electricity |
| 24738 |
The performance was short on spark and creativity. spark the quality of being lively and original |
| 24739 |
A tiny spark of anger flared within her. spark a short feeling or expression of something |
| 24740 |
The most immediate spark for unrest could come from the economy. spark something that starts a series of events or a process |
| 24741 |
Sparks flew when the two women met. spark sparks fly if sparks fly, people argue in an angry way |
| 24742 |
The show was slated by the critics. slate to criticize someone or something severely, especially in public |
| 24743 |
The meeting is slated for next Tuesday. slate slate for to arrange for something to happen |
| 24744 |
Spending is slated to increase by 10 per cent next year. slate slated to do something expected to happen |
| 24745 |
Reduce your intake of salt, sugar, and junk foods. intake the amount of something that you eat or drink |
| 24746 |
a good intake of vitamins intake intake of the amount of a chemical or another substance that enters your body |
| 24747 |
your calorie energy protein intake intake the amount of a chemical or another substance that enters your body |
| 24748 |
this year's intake of students intake the number of people accepted by an institution such as a school, university, or company at one time |
| 24749 |
There was a sudden intake of breath from the audience. intake an intake of breath a sudden act of breathing in, especially when you are shocked by something |
| 24750 |
A child's sleep problems cause parents fatigue and unnecessary guilt. fatigue a feeling of being extremely tired, either physically or mentally |
| 24751 |
Too many requests for aid can cause compassion fatigue. fatigue the feeling that you have done a particular activity for so long that you no longer want to do it |
| 24752 |
She came down dressed in a black jersey dress. jersey knitted cloth |
| 24753 |
the inland waterways of southern England inland not near a coast |
| 24754 |
After a time we turned inland on a rough track. inland in a direction away from the coast |
| 24755 |
We can only speculate on the reasons for his sudden resignation. speculate speculate on about to consider or discuss why something has happened or what might happen |
| 24756 |
Archaeologists speculate that people first reached the islands over 1,000 years ago. speculate speculate that to consider or discuss why something has happened or what might happen |
| 24757 |
an iron-age fort fort a strong building, often with a high wall around it, used by soldiers for defending a place |
| 24758 |
Fort Irwin fort a place where an army lives or trains |
| 24759 |
The Chairman resigned, and I was left holding the fort. fort hold the fort (for someone) to look after or do something for someone while they are busy doing something else |
| 24760 |
a wild beast beast an animal, especially a dangerous or strange one |
| 24761 |
The music business is an unpredictable beast. beast used for describing something with a particular quality |
| 24762 |
The US cinema audience is a very different beast. beast used for describing something with a particular quality |
| 24763 |
As a novelist, she has never been very preoccupied by morality. morality principles of right or wrong behaviour |
| 24764 |
the revolt against traditional American morality morality a system of principles concerning right and wrong behaviour that is accepted by a particular group of people |
| 24765 |
the continuing debate about the morality of genetic research morality the degree to which something is considered to be right or wrong |
| 24766 |
a competent worker competent capable of doing something in a satisfactory or effective way |
| 24767 |
Is he really competent to run the switchboard? competent competent to do something capable of doing something in a satisfactory or effective way |
| 24768 |
She is very competent at communicating. competent competent at capable of doing something in a satisfactory or effective way |
| 24769 |
a competent piece of work competent good enough for the purpose but not especially good |
| 24770 |
She sent a memo to her staff telling them about the change. memo a short note that you send to someone who you work with |
| 24771 |
His presence was a constant reminder of what she had lost. reminder reminder of something that reminds you of something that happened in the past |
| 24772 |
The cold served as a reminder that winter wasn't quite finished. reminder serve act as a reminder something that reminds you of something that happened in the past |
| 24773 |
If an instalment is not paid, a reminder is issued. reminder a letter or note that reminds you of something that you need to do or need to remember |
| 24774 |
This is just a reminder to let you know that Stefan's arriving on Saturday. reminder a letter or note that reminds you of something that you need to do or need to remember |
| 24775 |
She said that she was optimistic about the future of the company. optimistic optimistic about someone who is optimistic is hopeful about the future and tends to expect that good things will happen |
| 24776 |
I remain optimistic that a peaceful settlement of the dispute can be achieved. optimistic be remain optimistic that someone who is optimistic is hopeful about the future and tends to expect that good things will happen |
| 24777 |
The sixties were, in general, an optimistic decade. optimistic used about beliefs, attitudes, or periods in history |
| 24778 |
Their profit forecasts were a little optimistic. optimistic based on beliefs that are too confident |
| 24779 |
You should be able to pick up a few good bargains. bargain something you buy that costs much less than normal |
| 24780 |
Twenty pounds is a real bargain! bargain a lower than usual price |
| 24781 |
After hours of negotiating, a bargain was finally reached. bargain an agreement in which two people or groups each promise to do something |
| 24782 |
How do we know you'll keep your part of the bargain? bargain keep your side end part of the bargain (=do what you agreed) an agreement in which two people or groups each promise to do something |
| 24783 |
It was impossible to strike a bargain that both sides would accept. bargain strike a bargain (=reach an agreement) an agreement in which two people or groups each promise to do something |
| 24784 |
With careful planning, you can avoid delays and save yourself a lot of money into the bargain. bargain into the bargain in addition to the things already mentioned |
| 24785 |
You can get even better deals if you're prepared to bargain. bargain to try to persuade someone to give you a better price or make an agreement that suits you better |
| 24786 |
The babysitter found she had taken on more than she bargained for. bargain more than you bargained for not what you bargained for something different from what you expected, especially something worse |
| 24787 |
the misery and degradation of extreme poverty degradation a situation or condition that makes someone feel ashamed and makes people lose respect for them |
| 24788 |
environmental degradation degradation the process of changing into a worse condition |
| 24789 |
Heidi was seemingly calm when she left to take the test. seemingly in a way that appears to have a particular quality, even though this is probably not true |
| 24790 |
Seemingly, the cats had been living on their own for months. seemingly according to what you know or how something appears |
| 24791 |
Jane and Patrick chatted about their respective childhoods. respective belonging separately to each of two or more people or things previously mentioned |
| 24792 |
Draw a horizontal line across the page. horizontal straight and parallel to the ground |
| 24793 |
horizontal stripes horizontal straight and parallel to the ground |
| 24794 |
a horizontal merger (=when two similar companies join together) horizontal on the same level |
| 24795 |
The boat began to tilt away from the horizontal. horizontal a position that is straight and parallel to the ground |
| 24796 |
Gettysburg, site of the final, decisive battle of the Civil War decisive making the final result of a situation completely certain |
| 24797 |
Cleveland's reputation for reliability was the decisive factor in winning the contract. decisive making the final result of a situation completely certain |
| 24798 |
The UK has played a decisive role in these negotiations. decisive making the final result of a situation completely certain |
| 24799 |
a decisive victory for the Labour Party decisive a decisive victory or defeat is one in which the winner does much better than the loser |
| 24800 |
As a chairman, he was firm and decisive. decisive able to make choices or decide what to do quickly and confidently |
| 24801 |
We must take decisive action to solve this problem. decisive decisive action used about someone's behaviour |
| 24802 |
a ceremony to bless the crops bless to say a prayer asking God to help and protect someone or something |
| 24803 |
May God bless you and your family. bless if God blesses someone or something, he helps and protects them |
| 24804 |
They were blessed with three lovely children. bless be blessed with something to have something very good or special |
| 24805 |
Woods is blessed with great natural ability as a player. bless be blessed with something to have something very good or special |
| 24806 |
She's just learned to say her name, bless her! bless bless him her them used for talking about someone in a loving or sympathetic way |
| 24807 |
Oh bless you, I'd love a cup of tea. bless used when you want to thank someone |
| 24808 |
Nearly 100 witnesses testified over a span of 20 days. span the amount of time that something lasts |
| 24809 |
Kids these days have a very limited attention span. span attention concentration span (=the period for which you can pay attention concentrate) the amount of time that something lasts |
| 24810 |
With a span of one mile, it's the region's longest bridge. span the width of something |
| 24811 |
The spider has a 3-inch leg span. span the width of something |
| 24812 |
His career spanned half a century. span to last for a particular period of time, especially a long period |
| 24813 |
Our business spans the globe. span to include the whole of an area |
| 24814 |
Little grey bridges span the canals. span if a bridge spans an area of water, it crosses it |
| 24815 |
a leisure business spanning hotels, restaurants, casinos, and pubs span to include a number of different things |
| 24816 |
inflammatory remarks inflammatory likely to make people feel angry |
| 24817 |
I found the book deeply disturbing. disturbing making you feel extremely worried or upset |
| 24818 |
disturbing images of war and death disturbing making you feel extremely worried or upset |
| 24819 |
The crimes were disturbingly similar. disturbing |
| 24820 |
She was hit by an assassin's bullet. bullet a small piece of metal that is shot from a gun and causes serious damage to the person or thing it hits |
| 24821 |
a bullet wound hole bullet a small piece of metal that is shot from a gun and causes serious damage to the person or thing it hits |
| 24822 |
He took a bullet in his thigh. bullet take a bullet (=be shot) a small piece of metal that is shot from a gun and causes serious damage to the person or thing it hits |
| 24823 |
The police kept both men under surveillance for several months. surveillance under surveillance the process of carefully watching a person or place that may be involved in a criminal activity |
| 24824 |
a respectable citizen respectable obeying the moral or social standards that are accepted by most people |
| 24825 |
She continues to lead a respectable life. respectable obeying the moral or social standards that are accepted by most people |
| 24826 |
He makes his living in a perfectly respectable trade. respectable obeying the moral or social standards that are accepted by most people |
| 24827 |
a highly respectable 15 million respectable if an amount is respectable, it is good enough |
| 24828 |
I took a very respectable 3 hours 57 minutes to run the marathon. respectable if an amount is respectable, it is good enough |
| 24829 |
a laboratory dental technician technician someone with technical training whose job involves using special equipment or machines |
| 24830 |
I have severe arthritis in my hands. arthritis arthritis in a medical condition affecting your joints (=the place where two bones meet) making them very swollen and painful |
| 24831 |
a convincing argument explanation convincing something that is convincing makes you believe that it is true or persuades you to do something |
| 24832 |
He will demand convincing evidence before he adopts a new theory. convincing something that is convincing makes you believe that it is true or persuades you to do something |
| 24833 |
She was very convincing in the title role. convincing someone who is convincing seems to be telling the truth or behaving in a natural way |
| 24834 |
They won by a convincing margin of seven goals to two. convincing a convincing win is one in which one team or player beats another easily |
| 24835 |
a fake passport visa document fake made to look like something real in order to trick people |
| 24836 |
fake fur pearls leather fake made to look like something else, especially something expensive |
| 24837 |
a fake tan fake made to look like something else, especially something expensive |
| 24838 |
a fake smile fake a fake action or feeling is false |
| 24839 |
fake emotion fake a fake action or feeling is false |
| 24840 |
He left the country after faking his own death. fake to pretend that something has happened when it has not |
| 24841 |
The signature had been faked. fake to make an exact copy of something in order to trick people |
| 24842 |
He sighed with faked sadness. fake to pretend to have a feeling that you do not have |
| 24843 |
unacceptable levels of pollution unacceptable wrong or harmful, especially by not reaching usual or accepted standards of behaviour, morals etc |
| 24844 |
This sort of behaviour is quite unacceptable in a civilized society. unacceptable wrong or harmful, especially by not reaching usual or accepted standards of behaviour, morals etc |
| 24845 |
The industry's proposals were politically unacceptable to the government. unacceptable unacceptable to someone wrong or harmful, especially by not reaching usual or accepted standards of behaviour, morals etc |
| 24846 |
Many viewers find the amount of violence on TV unacceptable. unacceptable find something unacceptable (=think it is wrong) wrong or harmful, especially by not reaching usual or accepted standards of behaviour, morals etc |
| 24847 |
Bush's proposals were unacceptable to most environmentalists. unacceptable unacceptable to wrong or harmful, especially by not reaching usual or accepted standards of behaviour, morals etc |
| 24848 |
To some critics, the big fast-food chains represent the unacceptable face of consumerism. unacceptable the unacceptable face of something an aspect of a situation or activity that you do not approve of |
| 24849 |
a devastating fire storm flood devastating causing a lot of harm or damage |
| 24850 |
Gambling can have a devastating effect on families. devastating causing a lot of harm or damage |
| 24851 |
It is always devastating to be diagnosed with a terminal illness. devastating very shocking or upsetting |
| 24852 |
devastating good looks devastating very impressive or attractive |
| 24853 |
Another senior player, Brian Tobin, has also been in devastating form. devastating extremely effective and very difficult to argue with or compete against |
| 24854 |
a devastatingly attractive man devastating |
| 24855 |
Tom and Sue were anxious to avoid any further confrontation. confrontation a situation in which people or groups are arguing angrily or are fighting |
| 24856 |
Thirteen people were injured following violent confrontations with the police. confrontation confrontation with a situation in which people or groups are arguing angrily or are fighting |
| 24857 |
paid holidays paid used for describing a period of time when you are given pay by the place where you work although you are not at work |
| 24858 |
paid sick leave paid used for describing a period of time when you are given pay by the place where you work although you are not at work |
| 24859 |
Employees were allowed to take paid time off for volunteer work. paid used for describing a period of time when you are given pay by the place where you work although you are not at work |
| 24860 |
one of the highest-paid players in the game paid earning a particular amount of money |
| 24861 |
a poorly paid clerk paid earning a particular amount of money |
| 24862 |
paid campaign workers paid receiving pay for work that you do |
| 24863 |
paid work paid done for pay |
| 24864 |
A spinal operation put paid to her career as a ballet dancer. paid put paid to something to bring something to an end |
| 24865 |
a series of childhood traumas trauma a bad experience that makes you feel very upset, afraid, or shocked |
| 24866 |
Some soldiers never recover from the trauma of battle. trauma a bad experience that makes you feel very upset, afraid, or shocked |
| 24867 |
He continues to suffer emotional trauma. trauma a feeling of being very upset, afraid, or shocked after a bad experience |
| 24868 |
head and neck trauma trauma a serious injury |
| 24869 |
a trauma victim trauma a serious injury |
| 24870 |
There was a rap at the door. rap a quick hard hit, or the sound of this |
| 24871 |
a leading rap artist rap a way of talking using rhythm and rhyme, usually over a strong musical beat |
| 24872 |
a murder rap rap a statement by the police accusing someone of committing a crime |
| 24873 |
Jo got a rap on the knuckles for not spotting the problem sooner. rap a rap on over the knuckles criticism for bad behaviour |
| 24874 |
There's no way I'm taking the rap for his mistakes. rap take the rap (for something) to be blamed or punished, especially for something that you did not do |
| 24875 |
He rapped the table loudly to get their attention. rap to hit something hard and quickly |
| 24876 |
Carol rapped sharply on the window. rap to hit something hard and quickly |
| 24877 |
We can't promise instant solutions, but we can promise to listen. instant immediate |
| 24878 |
They took an instant liking to each other. instant immediate |
| 24879 |
instant coffee soup instant instant food or drink can be prepared in a very short time, usually by adding hot water |
| 24880 |
It took only an instant for him to react. instant an extremely short period of time, that ends almost immediately |
| 24881 |
She paused for an instant and then stepped inside. instant an extremely short period of time, that ends almost immediately |
| 24882 |
The earthquake flattened the whole city centre in an instant. instant in an instant an extremely short period of time, that ends almost immediately |
| 24883 |
At that exact instant, all the lights went out. instant an exact point in time |
| 24884 |
She woke up the instant the phone rang. instant the instant (that) immediately after something happens |
| 24885 |
Pick up that rubbish this instant! instant this instant immediately: used when giving an order angrily |
| 24886 |
Many people still have the illusion that full employment is possible. illusion illusion that a false or wrong belief or idea |
| 24887 |
This description creates the illusion that we can solve all our environmental problems. illusion create give maintain the illusion a false or wrong belief or idea |
| 24888 |
We are under no illusion that this money will be enough. illusion be under no illusion illusions (=not have a false idea) a false or wrong belief or idea |
| 24889 |
I had no illusions about the task that lay ahead. illusion have no illusions (=realize that something is difficult or unpleasant) a false or wrong belief or idea |
| 24890 |
For some time, Yeltsin's rule provided an illusion of stability. illusion an appearance or effect that is different from the way that things really are |
| 24891 |
Glass bricks in the bathroom gave the illusion of lightness and space. illusion give create the illusion of something an appearance or effect that is different from the way that things really are |
| 24892 |
The crowd cheered and threw flowers to the 57-year-old tenor. cheer to give a loud shout of happiness or approval |
| 24893 |
The prince was cheered by a 10,000-strong audience. cheer to give a loud shout of happiness or approval |
| 24894 |
He seemed genuinely cheered at the prospect of my arrival. cheer if you are cheered by something such as a piece of news, it makes you happier or less worried |
| 24895 |
A great cheer went up from the crowd. cheer a loud shout of happiness or approval |
| 24896 |
Troops raised a loud cheer as the president appeared. cheer a loud shout of happiness or approval |
| 24897 |
The survey will bring little cheer to teachers. cheer a feeling of happiness |
| 24898 |
Two cheers for yesterday's bold decision to cut interest rates. cheer two cheers for used for saying that you think something is good but that it could be better |
| 24899 |
Our company employs 1,500 staff worldwide. worldwide happening or existing all over the world |
| 24900 |
a worldwide network of more than 100 human rights organizations worldwide happening or existing all over the world |
| 24901 |
We're hoping the new procedures will avoid duplication of effort. duplication a situation in which one thing has the same purpose or effect as another and is therefore not necessary |
| 24902 |
printing and duplication costs duplication the process of making an exact copy of something |
| 24903 |
the winning team winning used about the winner of a race, competition, or prize |
| 24904 |
the winning goal shot point winning used about something that someone does to win a race, competition, or prize |
| 24905 |
Winning entries will be on display from tomorrow. winning used about something that someone does to win a race, competition, or prize |
| 24906 |
a winning smile winning used about things that make someone attractive or successful |
| 24907 |
The company's winning formula includes excellent service and reliable products. winning used about things that make someone attractive or successful |
| 24908 |
He's been late now on three consecutive days. consecutive following one after another in order and with nothing else in between |
| 24909 |
her fifth consecutive defeat consecutive following one after another in order and with nothing else in between |
| 24910 |
Most of the staff work for twelve days consecutively and then have three days off. consecutive |
| 24911 |
She smiled at me, tossing her coat onto the chair. toss to throw something somewhere gently or in a slightly careless way |
| 24912 |
Brendon tossed the ball into the air. toss to throw something somewhere gently or in a slightly careless way |
| 24913 |
The little boat was tossed roughly by the waves. toss to make something move up and down or from side to side |
| 24914 |
Can you toss the salad for me? toss to mix food with a liquid so that it becomes covered in the liquid |
| 24915 |
I was tossing and turning all night. toss toss and turn to be unable to sleep, or to sleep badly, especially because something is worrying you |
| 24916 |
South Africa won the toss and decided to bat. toss win the toss the act of throwing a coin into the air in order to make a decision based on which side the coin falls on |
| 24917 |
She dismissed the question with a toss of her head. toss the act of moving your head quickly upwards, especially when you are angry or do not care about something |
| 24918 |
I don't give a toss what they call me. toss not give a toss to not care about something |
| 24919 |
a potent mixture of charm and authority potent powerful, or effective |
| 24920 |
Images from the war are still potent today. potent powerful, or effective |
| 24921 |
The local wine is pretty potent. potent if a drug, medicine, or chemical is potent, it has a strong effect |
| 24922 |
a potent painkiller potent if a drug, medicine, or chemical is potent, it has a strong effect |
| 24923 |
She's got some lovely pieces of jewellery. jewellery objects that you wear as decoration. Types of jewellery include rings, which you wear on your finger, bracelets, which you wear on your wrist, and necklaces, which you wear around your neck |
| 24924 |
I don't wear very much jewellery. jewellery wear jewellery objects that you wear as decoration. Types of jewellery include rings, which you wear on your finger, bracelets, which you wear on your wrist, and necklaces, which you wear around your neck |
| 24925 |
I was very fond of my Uncle Jim. fond fond of liking and caring about someone very much, especially as a result of knowing them well or for a long time |
| 24926 |
Are you fond of children? fond liking and caring about someone very much, especially as a result of knowing them well or for a long time |
| 24927 |
a fond father fond loving |
| 24928 |
a fond embrace (=holding someone you love close to you) fond loving |
| 24929 |
She bade a fond farewell to her parents and sister. fond a fond farewell (=goodbye) loving |
| 24930 |
fond of music poetry fond fond of getting enjoyment and satisfaction from something, especially often or over a long time |
| 24931 |
Anita is fond of playing the piano. fond fond of doing something getting enjoyment and satisfaction from something, especially often or over a long time |
| 24932 |
It was their fondest hope that the children would do well at school. fond something that you very much want to happen |
| 24933 |
I read cinema reviews in the fond hope that I will find time to see a film. fond hoping that something will happen although it is not very likely |
| 24934 |
Jane has fond memories of a happy childhood. fond fond memory of something that you remember with pleasure |
| 24935 |
his fondness for fast cars fond |
| 24936 |
The smoke contains a cocktail of toxic chemicals. cocktail a combination of substances, especially ones that are harmful when used together |
| 24937 |
a disturbing cocktail of sex and violence cocktail a combination of things, for example emotions, especially one with an unpleasant or dangerous result |
| 24938 |
guerrilla groups fighters leaders guerrilla using unexpected methods of attack to surprise the enemy |
| 24939 |
The enemy avoided direct confrontation and concentrated on guerrilla warfare. guerrilla guerrilla warfare using unexpected methods of attack to surprise the enemy |
| 24940 |
He hesitated for a second and then dived. dive to jump into water with your head first and with your arms stretched out in front of you |
| 24941 |
Paul dived into the pool. dive dive into in to jump into water with your head first and with your arms stretched out in front of you |
| 24942 |
Don't dive in without looking! dive to jump into water with your head first and with your arms stretched out in front of you |
| 24943 |
She dived off the top board. dive dive off to jump into water with your head first and with your arms stretched out in front of you |
| 24944 |
We both went diving when we were on holiday. dive go diving to swim underwater, usually using special equipment so that you can breathe |
| 24945 |
young men diving for pearls dive dive for to swim underwater, usually using special equipment so that you can breathe |
| 24946 |
She dived down to the floor of the pool. dive to move downwards through water |
| 24947 |
The plane dived to the ground. dive to move quickly and suddenly towards the ground from the air |
| 24948 |
Earnings per share dived from 24.5p to 14.6p. dive to lose value very quickly |
| 24949 |
Jones dived on the ball a metre from the line. dive to jump sideways or forwards, so that your body moves towards the ground |
| 24950 |
He dived out of the way, reaching for his gun. dive to move very quickly in a particular direction or into a particular position, especially to avoid something |
| 24951 |
They dived into a doorway. dive to move very quickly in a particular direction or into a particular position, especially to avoid something |
| 24952 |
The plane lost control and went into a dive. dive a quick sudden movement towards the ground from the air |
| 24953 |
The share price took a 30% dive last year. dive take a dive (=fall) a sudden fall in the value of something |
| 24954 |
Bond made a dive for the gun lying on the floor. dive a sudden movement in a particular direction |
| 24955 |
A working group will be established to promote cooperation. cooperation a situation in which people or organizations work together to achieve a result that will benefit all of them |
| 24956 |
economic cooperation between the two countries cooperation cooperation between a situation in which people or organizations work together to achieve a result that will benefit all of them |
| 24957 |
Their duties involved close cooperation with the prince. cooperation cooperation with a situation in which people or organizations work together to achieve a result that will benefit all of them |
| 24958 |
We are grateful for the cooperation of the police. cooperation help that you give someone |
| 24959 |
cotton silk nylon thread thread a long thin fibre used for sewing pieces of cloth together or for weaving |
| 24960 |
You need a longer piece of thread. thread a long thin fibre used for sewing pieces of cloth together or for weaving |
| 24961 |
a caterpillar dangling by a silken thread thread a long thin fibre or piece of something |
| 24962 |
A silvery thread of water cut through the forest. thread thread of a long thin line of something |
| 24963 |
There is a common thread running through all the problems. thread a common connecting thread an idea or condition that exists in all the different parts of something and that connects them |
| 24964 |
More than once she lost the thread and had to ask them to speak more slowly. thread to stop concentrating so that you do not understand what someone is saying |
| 24965 |
I picked up the threads of ordinary life again. thread pick up take up the threads to start doing something again that you had stopped doing |
| 24966 |
Thread the rope through the rings and tie firmly. thread to put something long and thin through a hole or space |
| 24967 |
Jack was threading beads onto a string. thread to connect objects by putting a thread through them |
| 24968 |
She threaded her way through the narrow streets. thread thread your way around through between etc to move carefully through a place, avoiding people or things that are in your way |
| 24969 |
a tax-exempt savings account exempt allowed to ignore something such as a rule, obligation, or payment |
| 24970 |
Currently, developing nations are exempt from certain restrictions on carbon emissions. exempt exempt from allowed to ignore something such as a rule, obligation, or payment |
| 24971 |
The law will exempt people over the age of 60. exempt to allow someone to ignore something such as a rule, obligation, or payment |
| 24972 |
Why was he exempted from military service? exempt exempt someone something from something to allow someone to ignore something such as a rule, obligation, or payment |
| 24973 |
These tiny flowers are the first heralds of spring. herald herald of a sign that something is going to happen soon |
| 24974 |
Voices and footsteps outside heralded their return. herald to announce something, or to be a sign that something is going to happen soon |
| 24975 |
The party was heralded as a great success by all. herald to praise something loudly or in a public way |
| 24976 |
The drug should not be taken unless prescribed by a doctor. prescribe if a doctor prescribes a drug or treatment, they say you should have it |
| 24977 |
He was prescribed a course of antibiotics. prescribe prescribe someone something if a doctor prescribes a drug or treatment, they say you should have it |
| 24978 |
This drug is one of the most commonly prescribed for arthritis. prescribe prescribe something for something if a doctor prescribes a drug or treatment, they say you should have it |
| 24979 |
All the conditions prescribed by law have been complied with. prescribe to state officially what should be done in a particular situation |
| 24980 |
redundant workers redundant if someone is redundant, they have been told they must leave their job because they are no longer needed |
| 24981 |
5,000 miners were made redundant when the tin market collapsed. redundant be made redundant if someone is redundant, they have been told they must leave their job because they are no longer needed |
| 24982 |
Computers have made our paper records redundant. redundant not needed |
| 24983 |
The leading horse fell at the three-furlong marker. marker an object used for showing where something is or where you should go |
| 24984 |
a marker buoy beacon marker an object used for showing where something is or where you should go |
| 24985 |
Steroid creams help to reduce inflammation on your skin. inflammation an area on your body that is swollen, red, and painful because of an infection or injury |
| 24986 |
a brilliant young research chemist chemist a scientist who studies chemistry |
| 24987 |
a major contributor to the campaign contributor contributor to someone who gives money, goods, or their time or effort in order to help to achieve something |
| 24988 |
a regular contributor to the magazine contributor contributor to someone who writes a story or article that is published in a newspaper or magazine |
| 24989 |
lethal doses of radiation lethal very dangerous and able to kill you |
| 24990 |
They were a lethal partnership, scoring 43 goals between them. lethal very successful or effective |
| 24991 |
His lethal backhand gave him a distinct advantage over his opponent. lethal very successful or effective |
| 24992 |
My grandmother died and left me a small legacy. legacy money or property that you arrange for someone to have after you die |
| 24993 |
The war left an enduring legacy of bitterness and suspicion. legacy legacy of something such as a tradition or problem that exists as a result of something that happened in the past |
| 24994 |
Perhaps her most important legacy was her programme of educational reform. legacy something that someone has achieved that continues to exists after they stop working or die |
| 24995 |
This award is a fitting testament to their high standards. testament (a) testament to something evidence that something exists or is true |
| 24996 |
Their success bears testament to (=shows) the power of young consumers. testament (a) testament to something evidence that something exists or is true |
| 24997 |
a 500-kilometre oil pipeline pipeline a long underground pipe that carries water, gas etc from one place to another |
| 24998 |
Natural gas is transported by pipeline. pipeline a long underground pipe that carries water, gas etc from one place to another |
| 24999 |
The group has a new CD in the pipeline. pipeline in the pipeline being planned or prepared in order to happen or be available soon |
| 25000 |
War is a tragic waste of human life. tragic causing or involving great sadness, because someone suffers or dies |
| 25001 |
The couple never got over the tragic death of their son. tragic a tragic death accident causing or involving great sadness, because someone suffers or dies |
| 25002 |
It's simply tragic that we lost the game. tragic very bad and making you feel upset or angry |
| 25003 |
Irwin tragically committed suicide at the age of 29. tragic |
| 25004 |
Our suitcases were damaged in transit. transit in transit the activity or process of moving someone or something from one place to another |
| 25005 |
increased funding for public transit transit public transit (=operated by the local government rather than a private company) a system of buses, trains etc that people use to travel around a particular city or area |
| 25006 |
Watching a lion chase its prey is one of nature's most exciting spectacles. spectacle an unusual, exciting, or impressive event or sight |
| 25007 |
We present the world's finest racing drivers in a spectacle of great daring and skill. spectacle an exciting and impressive public event or performance |
| 25008 |
Congress is keen to avoid the spectacle of sending government workers home. spectacle an embarrassing event |
| 25009 |
Digital images can be duplicated in seconds. duplicate to make an exact copy of something such as a document |
| 25010 |
We hope to duplicate the success of last year's auction. duplicate to create a situation that is exactly like another one |
| 25011 |
a duplicate form key duplicate made as an exact copy of something else |
| 25012 |
Please submit a duplicate of your application. duplicate an exact copy of something |
| 25013 |
They need your CV and your application form, both in duplicate. duplicate in duplicate if something such as a document exists in duplicate, there are two copies of it |
| 25014 |
advice for people who have recently received an inheritance inheritance property or money that you receive from someone when they die |
| 25015 |
French laws of inheritance inheritance the process of inheriting money or property |
| 25016 |
the inheritance of property inheritance the process of inheriting money or property |
| 25017 |
The three countries shared a common linguistic and religious inheritance. inheritance something that you receive from your parents or from people who lived before you |
| 25018 |
the inheritance of a gift for music inheritance the process of receiving something from your parents or from people who lived before you |
| 25019 |
The wound took a long time to heal. heal if an injury heals, the skin or bone grows back together and becomes healthy again |
| 25020 |
Vitamin K is needed by the body for healing cuts and bruises. heal to make a part of the body healthy again after an injury |
| 25021 |
The body will heal itself if given the chance. heal to make someone healthy again after they have been ill, especially by using methods other than medicine |
| 25022 |
She realized that the pain of her loss had never truly healed. heal if an emotional problem heals, or if something heals it, you become happy again |
| 25023 |
Nature has started to heal the scars left by the mines. heal to repair damage to land |
| 25024 |
He said it was time for the country's wounds to be healed. heal to make people stop fighting and have a better relationship |
| 25025 |
The meeting was called in an effort to heal the rift between the two presidents. heal heal a rift division breach to make people stop fighting and have a better relationship |
| 25026 |
a pair of shorts shorts short trousers that end at or above the knees |
| 25027 |
For some reason, she finds his jokes hilarious. hilarious extremely funny |
| 25028 |
It was a hilariously funny situation. hilarious |
| 25029 |
a dispute over the sovereignty of the islands sovereignty the right to rule a country |
| 25030 |
The new Slovenian Assembly claimed full sovereignty. sovereignty the right of a country to rule itself |
| 25031 |
An angry mob surrounded the palace. mob a large crowd of people that is dangerous or difficult to control: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 25032 |
A mob of 200 young men started throwing rocks. mob mob of a large crowd of people that is dangerous or difficult to control: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 25033 |
mob mentality mob involving or typical of a mob |
| 25034 |
mob violence mob involving or typical of a mob |
| 25035 |
a member of a violent Russian mob mob an organized group of criminals such as the mafia |
| 25036 |
mob killings mob belonging to or involving an organized group of criminals |
| 25037 |
one of Sicily's most notorious mob leaders mob belonging to or involving an organized group of criminals |
| 25038 |
I wouldn't have anything to do with that mob if I were you. mob a group of people who are connected in some way: can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 25039 |
The singer was mobbed by adoring fans as he left his hotel. mob if a large group of people mob someone or something, they surround them in an angry or excited way |
| 25040 |
A large crowd jeered him and mobbed his car. mob if a large group of people mob someone or something, they surround them in an angry or excited way |
| 25041 |
neighbouring towns countries neighbouring near each other |
| 25042 |
a sack of corn corn the seeds of wheat, barley etc which are crushed to make flour |
| 25043 |
corn bread corn the seeds of a corn plant that are cooked as food or fed to animals |
| 25044 |
cooking in corn oil corn the seeds of a corn plant that are cooked as food or fed to animals |
| 25045 |
one of the city's main arteries artery an important road, railway, or river |
| 25046 |
The user gradually becomes familiar with the layout of the keyboard. layout the way in which the different parts of something are arranged |
| 25047 |
the layout of a business letter layout the way in which the words and pictures on a page are arranged |
| 25048 |
a two-column page layout layout page layout the way in which the words and pictures on a page are arranged |
| 25049 |
The layout of your house and garden can deter crime. layout the way in which something such as a room, building, or city is arranged |
| 25050 |
Their choice was dictated by political circumstances. dictate to influence or control how something is done |
| 25051 |
Common sense dictates that we approach her with caution. dictate dictate that to influence or control how something is done |
| 25052 |
Washington is in no position to dictate terms to Moscow. dictate dictate something to someone to tell someone exactly what to do and how to behave |
| 25053 |
Don't try to dictate what I read. dictate dictate what how etc to tell someone exactly what to do and how to behave |
| 25054 |
I have letters to dictate to my secretary before I leave. dictate to say the words of a document that someone else will write or type for you |
| 25055 |
the dictates of conscience dictate a rule or principle that people must obey |
| 25056 |
Jodie ripped the letter open. rip to tear something quickly and with a lot of force |
| 25057 |
Stop pulling my shirt – you'll rip it. rip to tear something quickly and with a lot of force |
| 25058 |
Her skirt was ripped to shreds. rip rip something to shreds (=destroy something completely by tearing it) to tear something quickly and with a lot of force |
| 25059 |
I ripped my jeans on a sharp nail. rip rip something on something to tear something quickly and with a lot of force |
| 25060 |
The dog went wild, ripping at the tablecloth. rip rip at to tear something quickly and with a lot of force |
| 25061 |
It'll rip if you keep pulling it. rip to be torn |
| 25062 |
A bolt of lightning had ripped a hole in the door. rip to make a hole in something using force |
| 25063 |
We've ripped out the old fireplace and put in a new one. rip rip something out from off away down etc to remove something quickly by pulling hard |
| 25064 |
He ripped off his shirt and dived into the water. rip to remove something quickly by pulling hard |
| 25065 |
Pictures had been ripped from the walls. rip to remove something quickly by pulling hard |
| 25066 |
She saw a second gold medal cruelly ripped from her grasp yesterday. rip rip something from someone to take something from someone in a way that seems unfair |
| 25067 |
She lost her temper and let rip at them. rip to suddenly become angry with someone and shout at them |
| 25068 |
When the music started they let rip, dancing and jumping around. rip to start to do something with a lot of energy |
| 25069 |
These changes will rip the heart out of the island's economy. rip rip the heart out of something to destroy or seriously damage something |
| 25070 |
My shirt has a great big rip in it. rip a hole in something produced by tearing |
| 25071 |
an audio system audio relating to sound that is recorded or broadcast |
| 25072 |
audiovisual equipment audio- sound or hearing: used with some adjectives and nouns |
| 25073 |
Greg's arrival seemed to be the cue for everyone to get up and start dancing. cue cue for an event, action, or statement that tells someone indirectly that they should do something |
| 25074 |
I took her tired face as my cue to leave. cue a cue to do something an event, action, or statement that tells someone indirectly that they should do something |
| 25075 |
Just as we're leaving, right on cue, the kids say they need the toilet. cue (right) on cue at exactly the right moment, or exactly when you expect |
| 25076 |
We should all take our cue from Elena and refuse to do this. cue take your cue from someone to behave in the same way as someone else, because you think that is the right thing to do |
| 25077 |
You should soon regain your appetite. regain to get something again that you lost, especially an ability or a mental state |
| 25078 |
After losing the second set, Fowler regained his confidence and won the third set. regain to get something again that you lost, especially an ability or a mental state |
| 25079 |
Kocek was unable to regain control of the car. regain to get something again that you lost, especially an ability or a mental state |
| 25080 |
She never regained consciousness and died on Monday. regain regain consciousness to get something again that you lost, especially an ability or a mental state |
| 25081 |
You should get rid of all that junk in your garage. junk old, broken, or useless things |
| 25082 |
My last car was a piece of junk. junk things that are of very low quality |
| 25083 |
Most TV channels are filled with junk. junk things that you do not want or like |
| 25084 |
junk TV junk things that you do not want or like |
| 25085 |
That is not only possible, it is probable. probable likely to happen or be true |
| 25086 |
This is the probable site of an ancient Roman temple. probable likely to happen or be true |
| 25087 |
By 1938, war seemed highly probable. probable highly very probable likely to happen or be true |
| 25088 |
It seems probable that sea levels will continue to rise. probable it is probable that likely to happen or be true |
| 25089 |
The report outlines the probable causes of the accident. probable probable cause consequence explanation outcome likely to happen or be true |
| 25090 |
With the inclusion of Italy, the number of member countries increased to six. inclusion the action of including someone or something in a group, arrangement, document etc |
| 25091 |
The findings will be considered for inclusion in the next report. inclusion inclusion in the action of including someone or something in a group, arrangement, document etc |
| 25092 |
Only one child in eight was eligible for inclusion in the study. inclusion be eligible suitable for inclusion the action of including someone or something in a group, arrangement, document etc |
| 25093 |
There were a few late inclusions. inclusion something or someone that is added or included |
| 25094 |
We are strongly committed to inclusion. inclusion the belief that all people should feel that they are included in society, even if they lack some advantages |
| 25095 |
social economic inclusion inclusion the belief that all people should feel that they are included in society, even if they lack some advantages |
| 25096 |
a free booklet on breast cancer booklet a small thin book that gives you information about something |
| 25097 |
a compelling story compelling interesting or exciting enough to keep your attention completely |
| 25098 |
There was compelling evidence in her defence. compelling able to persuade someone to do something or persuade them that something is true |
| 25099 |
pilots training with flight simulation simulation something that produces the features of a situation in a way that seems real but is not |
| 25100 |
a three-dimensional simulation of the explosion simulation simulation of something that produces the features of a situation in a way that seems real but is not |
| 25101 |
We wanted to speak privately. privately in a place where no other people can see or hear you |
| 25102 |
They were privately furious about it. privately used about thoughts or feelings that you do not express |
| 25103 |
Privately, he hoped they would refuse. privately used about thoughts or feelings that you do not express |
| 25104 |
privately owned funded financed businesses privately by people who provide money themselves, rather than by governments |
| 25105 |
The cancer cells are destroyed by a tiny laser. laser a piece of equipment that produces a powerful narrow line of light. It is used for cutting hard substances, directing the paths of missiles, and in medical operations |
| 25106 |
New laser eye surgery can correct your vision. laser a piece of equipment that produces a powerful narrow line of light. It is used for cutting hard substances, directing the paths of missiles, and in medical operations |
| 25107 |
Computer technology and laser beams can be used to control the weather. laser laser beam a piece of equipment that produces a powerful narrow line of light. It is used for cutting hard substances, directing the paths of missiles, and in medical operations |
| 25108 |
The crowd enjoyed the fireworks and the laser display. laser laser display (=patterns of coloured lights) a piece of equipment that produces a powerful narrow line of light. It is used for cutting hard substances, directing the paths of missiles, and in medical operations |
| 25109 |
Support for the proposals was fraying at the edges. fray fraying at around the edges gradually being destroyed or becoming weaker |
| 25110 |
Kundera achieved international fame while banned in his own country. fame the state of being famous |
| 25111 |
Fame and fortune have come easily to Jo. fame fame and fortune (=a lot of money) the state of being famous |
| 25112 |
Albert Finney rose to fame in the British cinema of the early Sixties. fame rise shoot to fame (=become famous quickly) the state of being famous |
| 25113 |
Leonard Nimoy of Star Trek fame fame of TV etc fame used for saying what made someone or something famous |
| 25114 |
She had her fifteen minutes of fame when she almost won Big Brother a couple of years ago. fame someone's fifteen minutes of fame a very short period when someone is famous and is often referred to in newspapers or on the television |
| 25115 |
arterial blood bleeding arterial relating to the arteries |
| 25116 |
arterial blood pressure arterial relating to the arteries |
| 25117 |
a bronze statue of George Washington bronze made of bronze |
| 25118 |
a mobile telephone mobile easy to move and use in different places |
| 25119 |
a mobile X-ray unit mobile easy to move and use in different places |
| 25120 |
a mobile army patrol mobile a mobile group of workers can be sent to different places to do their job |
| 25121 |
A mobile team of counsellors was sent to the disaster scene. mobile a mobile group of workers can be sent to different places to do their job |
| 25122 |
a mobile health clinic mobile a mobile shop, library etc is in a vehicle so that it can be moved from one place to another |
| 25123 |
He's got a broken leg and isn't very mobile. mobile able to move and walk |
| 25124 |
Increasing car ownership has made the population more mobile. mobile able to travel from one place to another because you have a vehicle |
| 25125 |
a new generation of mobile executives mobile able to move easily from one job, social class, place etc to another |
| 25126 |
People living in this area are less socially mobile. mobile socially geographically internationally mobile able to move easily from one job, social class, place etc to another |
| 25127 |
Mobile communications can now reach any part of the planet. mobile relating to mobile phones |
| 25128 |
a mobile face mobile moving a lot and showing changes in what you are feeling |
| 25129 |
mobile eyebrows features mobile moving a lot and showing changes in what you are feeling |
| 25130 |
a new mobile above the baby's cot mobile a decoration with parts that hang down and move in the air |
| 25131 |
There is a shortage of donors for liver transplants. transplant a medical operation in which a new organ is put into someone's body. The organ is taken from the body of another person, especially someone who has just died, who is called a donor |
| 25132 |
a transplant patient transplant a medical operation in which a new organ is put into someone's body. The organ is taken from the body of another person, especially someone who has just died, who is called a donor |
| 25133 |
The book details his troubled life. troubled a troubled place, time, or situation is affected by many problems |
| 25134 |
He uses the metaphor of the family to describe the role of the state. metaphor a word or phrase that means one thing and is used for referring to another thing in order to emphasize their similar qualities |
| 25135 |
It is easy to see the crumbling building as a metaphor for the society of the time. metaphor metaphor for something that is intended to represent another situation or idea |
| 25136 |
at the end of the twentieth century twentieth in the place or position counted as number 20 |
| 25137 |
What a zoo that office is! zoo a place that is very noisy and full of people behaving badly |
| 25138 |
Some people develop complications after surgery. complication something that makes a medical condition more dangerous or difficult to treat |
| 25139 |
Blake was carrying an old-fashioned leather briefcase. old-fashioned no longer modern or fashionable |
| 25140 |
They have very old-fashioned ideas about raising children. old-fashioned used in a negative way to refer to methods, attitudes, or machines that are no longer useful or suitable in the modern world |
| 25141 |
good old-fashioned home baking old-fashioned used in a positive way to refer to nice things from the past that still exist |
| 25142 |
a reed basket reed made of reeds |
| 25143 |
Finely chop the cabbage and cook it in boiling salted water. chop to cut something such as food or wood into pieces |
| 25144 |
Next, add the chopped onions. chop to cut something such as food or wood into pieces |
| 25145 |
Don't chop any more wood; we've got enough. chop to cut something such as food or wood into pieces |
| 25146 |
Chop the meat into small cubes. chop chop something into something to cut something such as food or wood into pieces |
| 25147 |
Use a spade to chop through the smaller roots. chop chop through to cut something roughly using a tool |
| 25148 |
They had to chop their way through the undergrowth. chop to cut something roughly using a tool |
| 25149 |
Our grant from the government has been chopped by 20 per cent this year. chop to reduce an amount |
| 25150 |
We had pork chops for dinner last night. chop lamb pork chops a small piece of meat with a bone in it, usually from a sheep or a pig |
| 25151 |
She gave him a karate chop to the neck. chop a karate chop an act of hitting someone or something hard with the side of your hand |
| 25152 |
It seems that several managers are for the chop. chop to be likely to be forced to leave your job |
| 25153 |
There are rumours that the late-night bus service is for the chop. chop to be likely to be stopped or ended, usually because of a lack of success |
| 25154 |
More than 200 workers are expected to get the chop due to falling sales. chop to be forced to leave your job |
| 25155 |
The series failed to win viewers and soon got the chop. chop to be stopped or ended, usually because of a lack of success |
| 25156 |
Their art was a synthesis of Celtic and Mediterranean traditions. synthesis synthesis of a combination of different ideas or styles that forms a new idea or style |
| 25157 |
protein synthesis synthesis the natural or artificial production of a substance by a chemical or biological reaction |
| 25158 |
speech synthesis synthesis the production of sounds using a piece of equipment called a synthesizer |
| 25159 |
The knife entered his chest and pierced his heart. pierce if a sharp object pierces something, it makes a hole in it |
| 25160 |
Pierce the potatoes several times and place in a hot oven. pierce to make a hole in something by pushing a sharp object into it |
| 25161 |
I had my ears pierced years ago. pierce if you have a part of your body pierced, you have a small hole made in it so that you can wear jewellery in it |
| 25162 |
a pierced nose pierce if you have a part of your body pierced, you have a small hole made in it so that you can wear jewellery in it |
| 25163 |
Passageways were pierced through the walls of houses. pierce if a surface is pierced by holes, there are holes in it |
| 25164 |
A wolf's howl pierced the silence of the dark night. pierce if sound or light pierces something, it suddenly sounds very loudly or shines very brightly |
| 25165 |
Her words pierced Sophie's heart. pierce if a feeling pierces you, it affects you very strongly |
| 25166 |
a pipe with a 4-inch diameter diameter a straight line that crosses a circle through the centre, or the length of this line |
| 25167 |
The dome is ten feet in diameter. diameter in diameter a straight line that crosses a circle through the centre, or the length of this line |
| 25168 |
I don't want to talk about hypothetical situations. hypothetical hypothetical example question situation based on situations or events that seem possible rather than on actual ones |
| 25169 |
Leonardo represents the fusion of art and science. fusion fusion of a process in which different styles, ideas, designs etc combine to form something new |
| 25170 |
a bone fusion fusion a process in which two substances or pieces of a substance join together to form one thing |
| 25171 |
jazz fusion fusion a type of modern music that is a mixture of different styles |
| 25172 |
The news of his death triggered more violence. trigger to make something happen |
| 25173 |
You find that strangely familiar smells trigger memories of childhood. trigger to cause someone to have a particular feeling or memory |
| 25174 |
The report has triggered a fierce response from the governor. trigger trigger a response reaction to cause someone to do or say something |
| 25175 |
A sensor had triggered the security camera. trigger to make a machine or piece of equipment start to work |
| 25176 |
She lifts her gun and pulls the trigger. trigger pull squeeze the trigger the part of a gun that you move with your finger to make the gun fire |
| 25177 |
It was the trigger for a whole new investigation. trigger trigger for something that produces an immediate result |
| 25178 |
the printing trade industry printing relating to printing |
| 25179 |
new printing processes printing relating to printing |
| 25180 |
a first printing of 60,000 copies printing the number of copies of something such as a book or newspaper that are printed at one time |
| 25181 |
He was knocked unconscious by a flying bottle. flying moving fast through the air as a result of an explosion or of being thrown |
| 25182 |
About 20 people were injured by flying glass. flying flying debris glass moving fast through the air as a result of an explosion or of being thrown |
| 25183 |
a flying insect flying able to fly |
| 25184 |
a flying jump leap kick flying done by throwing yourself through the air |
| 25185 |
They both passed with flying colours. flying with flying colours very successfully |
| 25186 |
I'm afraid of flying. flying the activity of travelling in an aircraft |
| 25187 |
flying lessons flying the activity of operating or controlling an aircraft |
| 25188 |
Here, kitty. kitty a way of talking to or about a cat |
| 25189 |
Philip thoroughly disliked her. dislike to not like someone or something |
| 25190 |
He is widely disliked at every level of politics. dislike to not like someone or something |
| 25191 |
Cats dislike getting their fur wet. dislike dislike doing something to not like someone or something |
| 25192 |
She finds it hard to hide her dislike of small children. dislike dislike of a feeling of not liking someone or something |
| 25193 |
He has a dislike for people in authority. dislike dislike for a feeling of not liking someone or something |
| 25194 |
He took an immediate dislike to me. dislike take a dislike to a feeling of not liking someone or something |
| 25195 |
We were asked to list our top five likes and dislikes. dislike likes and dislikes something you do not like |
| 25196 |
The spirit of hope is embodied in the character Anna. embody to be the best possible example of a particular idea, quality, or principle, especially a good one |
| 25197 |
the freedoms embodied in the treaty embody to include something |
| 25198 |
Fresh water and medicines were scarce in the disaster area. scarce if something is scarce, there is not very much of it |
| 25199 |
scarce natural resources scarce if something is scarce, there is not very much of it |
| 25200 |
Dad's pretty mad – you'd better make yourself scarce. scarce make yourself scarce to stay away from a particular place in order to avoid a difficult or embarrassing situation |
| 25201 |
sustainable economic growth sustainable capable of continuing for a long time at the same level |
| 25202 |
sustainable agriculture sustainable using methods that do not harm the environment |
| 25203 |
The offer to buy is still pending. pending waiting to be dealt with, settled, or completed |
| 25204 |
the pending case agreement charges pending waiting to be dealt with, settled, or completed |
| 25205 |
the pending economic union of the two countries pending likely to happen soon |
| 25206 |
The defendant is free on bail pending appeal to a higher court. pending while waiting for something to be dealt with, settled, or completed |
| 25207 |
Jane had short hair curling around her face. curl to form a curved or round shape, or give something this shape |
| 25208 |
As she talked, she curled a strand of hair on one finger. curl to form a curved or round shape, or give something this shape |
| 25209 |
Sam's hands curled up into fists. curl to form a curved or round shape, or give something this shape |
| 25210 |
Smoke curled from tall chimneys. curl to move in a curving or twisting way |
| 25211 |
The pages had begun to turn yellow and curl. curl to curve upwards or downwards at the edges |
| 25212 |
He tells stories about prison life that would make your hair curl. curl curl your hair make your hair curl to make you feel very upset or frightened |
| 25213 |
She curled her lip in disgust at the suggestion. curl curl your lip to pull your top lip upwards at one side in a way that shows that you are annoyed, bored, or do not respect someone |
| 25214 |
blond dark brown curls curl a section of hair that grows or is shaped in a curve |
| 25215 |
The heat takes all the curl out of your hair. curl the way that someone's hair grows in curls |
| 25216 |
a curl of smoke ribbon curl curl of something long and thin that has a curved or circular shape |
| 25217 |
He always spoke to them with a superior curl of his lip. curl a curl of your lip a movement of your top lip upwards at one side in a way that shows that you are annoyed, bored, or do not respect someone |
| 25218 |
The sea was sparkling in the early morning sunshine. sunshine light from the sun. This word is used especially to mean that the light is warm and pleasant |
| 25219 |
I love walking in the park in the warm sunshine. sunshine light from the sun. This word is used especially to mean that the light is warm and pleasant |
| 25220 |
bright brilliant sunshine sunshine light from the sun. This word is used especially to mean that the light is warm and pleasant |
| 25221 |
corporate sponsorship of the arts sponsorship money given to an organization to help to pay for something, often an event |
| 25222 |
Racial segregation in schools is no longer legal in the US. segregation the policy of keeping people from different groups, especially different races, separate. Integration is the policy of bringing these groups together |
| 25223 |
Her eyes filled with tears of rage and frustration. rage a very strong feeling of anger |
| 25224 |
It is clear that air rage is now on the increase. rage angry violent behaviour in a public situation. For example, road rage is violent behaviour by drivers |
| 25225 |
Internet shopping is now all the rage. rage (all) the rage very popular |
| 25226 |
Fierce fighting raged for several days. rage to continue with a lot of force, violence, or angry arguments |
| 25227 |
Outside, the storm continued to rage. rage to continue with a lot of force, violence, or angry arguments |
| 25228 |
'Don't lie to me!' she raged. rage to shout angrily at someone |
| 25229 |
I could hear one of the customers raging at him. rage to shout angrily at someone |
| 25230 |
She did big loops on the letters 'g' and 'y'. loop a round shape or curve made by a line curling back towards itself |
| 25231 |
The rebel camp was located 25 km south, in a loop of the river. loop loop of a round shape or curve made by a line curling back towards itself |
| 25232 |
a loop of string rope wire loop a round shape or curve made by a line curling back towards itself |
| 25233 |
a waistband with belt loops loop a round or curved piece of cloth, plastic etc used for carrying or holding something |
| 25234 |
Christmas decorations looped from the ceiling. loop to form a loop, or to make something into a loop |
| 25235 |
He looped a scarf around his neck. loop loop something around through something to form a loop, or to make something into a loop |
| 25236 |
The ball looped over the goalkeeper's head. loop to move or make something move in the form of a loop |
| 25237 |
the gene that controls susceptibility to nicotine addiction susceptibility the tendency to be easily affected or influenced by something |
| 25238 |
Welsh delights in trying to offend his readers' susceptibilities. susceptibility the ability to experience emotions easily |
| 25239 |
The film wasn't much cop. cop not much cop not very good or useful |
| 25240 |
Latif later copped a 115 fine. cop to get or receive something, especially something unpleasant |
| 25241 |
If anyone finds out, you'll cop it. cop cop it to be punished |
| 25242 |
I banged on the window to get her attention. bang to hit something hard, making a loud noise |
| 25243 |
We could hear them banging their drums in the next street. bang to hit something hard, making a loud noise |
| 25244 |
She banged her fists on the back of his seat. bang bang something on against something to hit something hard, making a loud noise |
| 25245 |
Don't bang the door! bang to close with a lot of force, or to close something with a lot of force, making a loud noise |
| 25246 |
I heard her car door bang shut. bang to close with a lot of force, or to close something with a lot of force, making a loud noise |
| 25247 |
There was a shutter banging in the wind. bang to move, making loud noises |
| 25248 |
Who's that banging around upstairs? bang bang around away across to move, making loud noises |
| 25249 |
Sam banged his beer glass on the table. bang bang something on something to put something somewhere with a lot of force, making a loud noise |
| 25250 |
Kathy yelled and then banged the phone down. bang bang something down to put something somewhere with a lot of force, making a loud noise |
| 25251 |
He banged his tools around angrily. bang bang something around to put something somewhere with a lot of force, making a loud noise |
| 25252 |
Be careful not to bang your head on that beam. bang bang something on something to knock a part of your body against something when you are moving, especially because you are not looking where you are going |
| 25253 |
She banged into the table and hurt her knee. bang bang into to knock a part of your body against something when you are moving, especially because you are not looking where you are going |
| 25254 |
There was a loud bang as the shelf hit the floor. bang a short loud noise, for example the sound of a door closing with a lot of force. If something goes bang, it makes a noise like this |
| 25255 |
We could hear the bang of a door in the basement. bang a short loud noise, for example the sound of a door closing with a lot of force. If something goes bang, it makes a noise like this |
| 25256 |
She got a nasty bang on the back of her head. bang a knock or hit on a part of your body |
| 25257 |
He wanted to end his career with a bang. bang with a bang in a very exciting or successful way |
| 25258 |
They'd parked their car bang outside my gate. bang used for emphasizing that something is exactly in a particular position or that it happens at exactly a particular time |
| 25259 |
a small town, bang in the middle of Australia bang used for emphasizing that something is exactly in a particular position or that it happens at exactly a particular time |
| 25260 |
Oh, well, bang goes our holiday! bang bang goes something used for saying that you now have no chance of getting something you wanted |
| 25261 |
Most of your answers were bang on. bang bang on exactly right |
| 25262 |
One minute he was there and then, bang, I was alone. bang used for showing that something happens very quickly or suddenly |
| 25263 |
highly toxic industrial chemicals toxic poisonous and harmful to people, animals, or the environment |
| 25264 |
toxic debt mortgages toxic used to describe a loan or other financial agreement which causes very serious business problems for a bank or financial organisation |
| 25265 |
an assassination attempt assassination the murder of a famous or important person, especially for political reasons |
| 25266 |
the assassination of John Lennon assassination assassination of the murder of a famous or important person, especially for political reasons |
| 25267 |
He insults the intelligence of every thinking person out there. thinking able to consider things carefully and understand what is important |
| 25268 |
This sensitive young actor has been described as the thinking woman's Brad Pitt. thinking used before the name of a well-known person, for describing someone who is like them but is more attractive to intelligent men women |
| 25269 |
The magazine has long been known as the thinking man's fashion bible. thinking used for saying that something is suitable for or attractive to intelligent people |
| 25270 |
His thinking on social issues has changed considerably over the years. thinking thinking on about an opinion, or a set of ideas |
| 25271 |
Can you explain the thinking behind your current proposal? thinking thinking behind an opinion, or a set of ideas |
| 25272 |
Many passages have been changed to reflect current political thinking. thinking current modern thinking an opinion, or a set of ideas |
| 25273 |
This is the stage for creative thinking and imaginative ideas. thinking the way that you consider things or react to them |
| 25274 |
What's needed here is some positive thinking. thinking positive thinking the way that you consider things or react to them |
| 25275 |
The driver's quick thinking helped prevent a more serious accident. thinking quick thinking the way that you consider things or react to them |
| 25276 |
He had some serious thinking to do. thinking the process of considering something or of reacting to something |
| 25277 |
To my way of thinking, this is the most important decision we have to make. thinking to my way of thinking used for giving your opinion |
| 25278 |
Market orientation emphasizes the needs of the customer. orientation the particular interests, aims, and emphasis of a business, political group, or other organization |
| 25279 |
the university's increasing orientation toward applied sciences orientation orientation to toward the particular interests, aims, and emphasis of a business, political group, or other organization |
| 25280 |
worries about the political orientation of the commission orientation someone's basic attitudes or beliefs |
| 25281 |
a work orientation course for recent graduates orientation information or training that you are given before you start a new job or activity |
| 25282 |
There's an orientation day for new students. orientation information or training that you are given before you start a new job or activity |
| 25283 |
Because of the building's orientation the garden gets very little sun. orientation the position of an object, or the direction in which it is pointing |
| 25284 |
It's time to get aboard. aboard in or on a ship, bus, train, or plane |
| 25285 |
He travelled aboard the space shuttle Discovery. aboard in or on a ship, bus, train, or plane |
| 25286 |
I'd like to welcome three new employees aboard. aboard into an organization, group, company etc |
| 25287 |
It wasn't really a riot; it was an organized protest. organized planned carefully and involving many people |
| 25288 |
organized religion organized planned carefully and involving many people |
| 25289 |
The illegal software trade is highly organized. organized highly organized planned carefully and involving many people |
| 25290 |
He's always so organized. organized an organized person arranges and plans activities carefully and effectively |
| 25291 |
an organized desk kitchen organized well arranged |
| 25292 |
The likelihood of developing cancer is increased in people who smoke. likelihood likelihood of the chance that something might happen |
| 25293 |
There's a strong likelihood that he will run for president next year. likelihood likelihood that the chance that something might happen |
| 25294 |
In all likelihood the vase was made in the seventeenth century. likelihood in all likelihood almost certainly |
| 25295 |
Have a wee drink. wee small |
| 25296 |
You may have to wait a wee while (=a short time). wee small |
| 25297 |
a wee child wee small |
| 25298 |
a string of pearls pearl a small round jewel that is white and shiny and that grows inside the shell of an oyster |
| 25299 |
a pearl necklace pearl a small round jewel that is white and shiny and that grows inside the shell of an oyster |
| 25300 |
pearl buttons pearl a hard substance that is inside some shells and looks shiny like a pearl |
| 25301 |
Singapore is sometimes described as the pearl of the Orient. pearl someone or something that is considered very good, valuable, or beautiful |
| 25302 |
Visit our website for the most up-to-date match reports. up-to-date including the most recent news and information |
| 25303 |
Make sure your financial records are kept up-to-date. up-to-date bring keep something up to date including the most recent news and information |
| 25304 |
up-to-date technology up-to-date modern and using the latest ideas or knowledge |
| 25305 |
Her knowledge of the computer industry is bang up to date. up-to-date bang up to date as recent as possible |
| 25306 |
The newsletter will keep you up to date with our progress. up-to-date bring keep someone up to date (with on something) to inform someone of all the most recent news and changes in a situation |
| 25307 |
You must be more polite to the customers. polite polite to someone who is polite behaves towards other people in a pleasant way that follows all the usual rules of society |
| 25308 |
It wasn't very polite of you to keep interrupting me. polite be polite of someone someone who is polite behaves towards other people in a pleasant way that follows all the usual rules of society |
| 25309 |
His refusal was firm but polite. polite used about someone's behaviour |
| 25310 |
She forced a polite smile. polite used about someone's behaviour |
| 25311 |
Did you really like her book, or were you just being polite? polite just only being polite saying something not because it is true but in order not to offend someone |
| 25312 |
I'd love to visit Norway sometime. sometime at a time in the past or the future that you do not know exactly or have not yet decided |
| 25313 |
The album is expected to be released sometime next year. sometime at a time in the past or the future that you do not know exactly or have not yet decided |
| 25314 |
Ewan returned from London sometime last Tuesday afternoon. sometime at a time in the past or the future that you do not know exactly or have not yet decided |
| 25315 |
The article was written by William Watson, sometime literary editor of 'The Scotsman'. sometime used for showing what someone used to be, for example what their job, status, or relationship was in the past |
| 25316 |
We would have been happy with an apology. apology a statement that tells someone that you are sorry for doing something wrong or for causing a problem |
| 25317 |
He made a public apology for his remarks. apology make an apology a statement that tells someone that you are sorry for doing something wrong or for causing a problem |
| 25318 |
I think I owe you an apology. apology owe someone an apology (=feel that you should apologize to someone) a statement that tells someone that you are sorry for doing something wrong or for causing a problem |
| 25319 |
We wrote to the editor demanding an apology. apology demand an apology a statement that tells someone that you are sorry for doing something wrong or for causing a problem |
| 25320 |
Of course we accepted his apologies – what else could we do? apology accept someone's apology a statement that tells someone that you are sorry for doing something wrong or for causing a problem |
| 25321 |
They lived in what was a miserable apology for a house. apology an apology for something something that is of very bad quality |
| 25322 |
I make no apologies for repeating my views. apology make offer no apologies used for emphasizing that you believe you have done the right thing and you do not feel ashamed about it |
| 25323 |
My apologies if I have misunderstood your intentions. apology my (humble deepest sincere etc) apologies used for saying that you are sorry for something |
| 25324 |
a missionary to South Africa missionary someone who has been sent to a place by a religious organization to teach the people there about a particular religion |
| 25325 |
Bradley spent the next two years doing missionary work. missionary someone who has been sent to a place by a religious organization to teach the people there about a particular religion |
| 25326 |
Elly was full of missionary zeal about organic food. missionary missionary zeal very strong enthusiasm for something |
| 25327 |
poems written by Victor Hugo during his exile in the Channel Islands exile a situation in which you are forced to live in a foreign country because you cannot live in your own country, usually for political reasons |
| 25328 |
The country's former leader has been living in exile for two years. exile in exile a situation in which you are forced to live in a foreign country because you cannot live in your own country, usually for political reasons |
| 25329 |
After a decade of civil war, the losers are being forced into exile. exile force send drive someone into exile a situation in which you are forced to live in a foreign country because you cannot live in your own country, usually for political reasons |
| 25330 |
Wanted in Rome on corruption charges, he now lives in self-imposed exile in Tunisia. exile self-imposed exile a situation in which you are forced to live in a foreign country because you cannot live in your own country, usually for political reasons |
| 25331 |
He soon returned to Manchester United after a brief exile in Italy. exile a period of time in which you live or work away from home or the place that you prefer |
| 25332 |
a team of Irish exiles in London exile someone who is living or working away from home or the place that they prefer |
| 25333 |
Napoleon was first exiled in 1814. exile to force someone to live in a foreign country, usually for political reasons |
| 25334 |
His father had been exiled to France. exile exile someone to something to force someone to live in a foreign country, usually for political reasons |
| 25335 |
a flu epidemic epidemic a situation in which a disease spreads very quickly and infects many people |
| 25336 |
an epidemic of typhoid epidemic a situation in which a disease spreads very quickly and infects many people |
| 25337 |
An epidemic of petty crime has hit the area. epidemic a sudden increase in something bad or unpleasant that affects many people |
| 25338 |
In some cities, drug use has reached epidemic proportions. epidemic happening a lot and affecting many people |
| 25339 |
He's been getting private tuition in French. tuition tuition in the work that a teacher does when they teach a particular subject, especially to one person or to a small group |
| 25340 |
tuition fees tuition the work that a teacher does when they teach a particular subject, especially to one person or to a small group |
| 25341 |
Tuition increased by 5% at universities this year. tuition money that you pay to take lessons, especially at a college, university, or private school |
| 25342 |
She worked in silence, her brow furrowed. brow furrow wrinkle crease your brow (=look worried or as if you are concentrating) the part of your face above your eyes |
| 25343 |
He raised his brows in surprise. brow an eyebrow |
| 25344 |
He looked cold and miserable in the rain. miserable extremely unhappy or uncomfortable |
| 25345 |
Their evening together had been a miserable failure. miserable extremely unhappy or uncomfortable |
| 25346 |
The weather was miserable. miserable a miserable situation or period is one that makes you feel very unhappy |
| 25347 |
Why should I argue with miserable people like him. miserable a miserable person is always complaining or in a bad mood |
| 25348 |
All I had left was a miserable 50 pence. miserable a miserable amount of something, especially money, is very small and not enough |
| 25349 |
An outbreak of food poisoning led to the deaths of five people. outbreak outbreak of the sudden start of war, disease, violence etc |
| 25350 |
the outbreak of war outbreak the sudden start of war, disease, violence etc |
| 25351 |
Police officers here are very susceptible to corruption. susceptible susceptible to easily influenced or affected by something |
| 25352 |
Susceptible livestock have been separated from the herd. susceptible likely to suffer from a particular illness or condition, or to be affected by it more severely than others are |
| 25353 |
Children are particularly susceptible to the disease. susceptible susceptible to likely to suffer from a particular illness or condition, or to be affected by it more severely than others are |
| 25354 |
The problem is not susceptible of so simple a solution. susceptible susceptible of able to experience something, or able to be treated in a particular way |
| 25355 |
Someone is trimming the grass outside with shears. trim to cut something such as hair so that it looks tidy |
| 25356 |
a well-trimmed beard trim to cut something such as hair so that it looks tidy |
| 25357 |
I had an inch trimmed off at the hairdresser's. trim to cut something such as hair so that it looks tidy |
| 25358 |
The workforce has been trimmed to 230. trim trim something to something to reduce the amount or number of something |
| 25359 |
The company had also trimmed 46,000 from its advertising budget. trim trim something from something to reduce the amount or number of something |
| 25360 |
a fur-trimmed coat trim to decorate the edges of something, for example a piece of clothing |
| 25361 |
The kids always enjoy trimming the Christmas tree. trim to decorate something |
| 25362 |
a trim moustache trim tidy and attractive |
| 25363 |
I popped into the hairdresser's for a quick trim. trim the act of trimming something, especially hair |
| 25364 |
cream leather seats with brown trim trim decoration on something, especially on the edges of something |
| 25365 |
Get in trim for the summer! trim in trim in healthy physical condition |
| 25366 |
A comparatively large number of students were absent. comparatively as compared to something else or to a previous situation or state |
| 25367 |
The technology is still comparatively new. comparatively as compared to something else or to a previous situation or state |
| 25368 |
They're obviously paranoid about somebody copying their products. paranoid paranoid about worrying that people do not like you and are trying to harm you, although you have no proof of this |
| 25369 |
The decision came, with perfect timing, just before his speech. timing perfect good timing the skill or luck that is involved in doing something at the most suitable moment |
| 25370 |
This is bad timing, as emotions are running high. timing bad timing the skill or luck that is involved in doing something at the most suitable moment |
| 25371 |
dance steps that require accurate timing timing the ability to judge time and do or to say things at exactly the right moment |
| 25372 |
an actor with impeccable comic timing timing the ability to judge time and do or to say things at exactly the right moment |
| 25373 |
They objected to the timing of the election. timing the date or time when something happens or is planned to happen |
| 25374 |
factors affecting the timing of births timing the date or time when something happens or is planned to happen |
| 25375 |
ignition timing timing the regular times at which things happen in a series in a car engine |
| 25376 |
wolf puppies puppy a very young canine (=an animal in the same group as dogs) |
| 25377 |
How do you start this puppy? puppy this that puppy used instead of the name of something, especially when you do not know what the thing is called |
| 25378 |
The bombing of a residential neighbourhood terrified the nation. terrify to make someone very frightened |
| 25379 |
They nicknamed her 'the Squirrel'. nickname to give someone a nickname |
| 25380 |
the island's premier resort premier best, largest, or most important |
| 25381 |
They all have incredible stories to tell. incredible surprising, or difficult to believe |
| 25382 |
his incredible journey to safety incredible surprising, or difficult to believe |
| 25383 |
an incredible feat of engineering incredible surprising, or difficult to believe |
| 25384 |
It was built in a year, which seems absolutely incredible. incredible quite absolutely incredible surprising, or difficult to believe |
| 25385 |
It's incredible. I only left my car for a moment. incredible used for showing that you are surprised, angry, or disappointed about something |
| 25386 |
It is really quite incredible that he is unaware of such basic facts. incredible it is incredible that used for showing that you are surprised, angry, or disappointed about something |
| 25387 |
What an incredible performance that was. incredible used about something that is extremely good |
| 25388 |
Thanks, guys – you've been incredible. incredible used about something that is extremely good |
| 25389 |
an incredible amount of money incredible used for saying how great or extreme something is |
| 25390 |
They're under incredible pressure at the moment. incredible used for saying how great or extreme something is |
| 25391 |
the laws of gravity gravity the force that makes any two objects that have mass move towards each other. The most common example of this is when an object falls to the ground |
| 25392 |
I'm sure you can appreciate the gravity of the situation. gravity gravity of the seriousness or importance of something |
| 25393 |
Offenders should be punished in proportion to the gravity of their offences. gravity the seriousness or importance of something |
| 25394 |
He was criticized for his lack of gravity. gravity a serious attitude |
| 25395 |
the nuclear regulatory agency regulatory a regulatory organization or company controls an activity, process, or industry |
| 25396 |
ex They are concerned about levels of contamination in our oceans. contamination the process of making something dirty, polluted, or poisonous by adding a chemical, waste, or infection |
| 25397 |
This contamination will take centuries to decay. contamination substances that make something dirty, polluted, or poisonous |
| 25398 |
They wish to avoid what they see as contamination by more liberal societies. contamination the process of affecting someone or something in a negative way |
| 25399 |
Forecasters are predicting a pre-Christmas surge in spending. surge a sudden increase in something such as price, value, or interest |
| 25400 |
a surge of emotion desire anxiety surge a sudden increase in the strength of a feeling |
| 25401 |
a power surge surge a sudden increase in electrical power that can damage equipment connected to it |
| 25402 |
the surge of the crowd towards the town square surge a sudden movement of a large group of people |
| 25403 |
The crowd surged forward towards the police. surge if a crowd of people surges, they all move forwards together very quickly |
| 25404 |
The flood water surged down the little street. surge to move forwards as a large mass very quickly |
| 25405 |
The value of exports surged last year, recording an all-time high. surge to increase a lot very quickly |
| 25406 |
Violence has surged in the Middle East. surge to increase a lot very quickly |
| 25407 |
Panic surged inside her. surge if a feeling or an emotion surges, you start to feel it very strongly |
| 25408 |
He certainly doesn't fit the stereotype of the emotional Italian. stereotype stereotype of a very firm and simple idea about what a particular type of person or thing is like |
| 25409 |
Feminists are sometimes stereotyped as aggressive and unattractive. stereotype stereotype someone as something to believe that someone has a particular character only because this is what many people believe someone of their particular class, nationality etc must be like, and not because you know anything about their personality |
| 25410 |
All children have a certain curiosity about sexual matters. curiosity curiosity about a strong feeling of wanting to find out about something |
| 25411 |
Just out of curiosity, where were you last night? curiosity out of curiosity (=because of curiosity) a strong feeling of wanting to find out about something |
| 25412 |
'Why do you want to know?' 'Oh, just idle curiosity.' curiosity idle curiosity (=wanting to know something for no specific reason) a strong feeling of wanting to find out about something |
| 25413 |
You'll need to take some warm underwear. underwear clothing that you wear next to your skin under your other clothes |
| 25414 |
He was standing there in his underwear. underwear in your underwear clothing that you wear next to your skin under your other clothes |
| 25415 |
a fast-moving first-person narrative narrative a story, or an account of something that has happened |
| 25416 |
At this point in her narrative, Lou suddenly paused. narrative a story, or an account of something that has happened |
| 25417 |
We have been working on different aspects of narrative. narrative the process, methods, or skills involved in telling a story |
| 25418 |
traditional narrative structures narrative the process, methods, or skills involved in telling a story |
| 25419 |
I do the cooking and my husband does the laundry. laundry do the laundry (=wash clothes) dirty clothes that you are washing, or clean clothes that have just been washed |
| 25420 |
There is a lengthy and complicated application procedure. lengthy long, often lasting for longer than you want or expect |
| 25421 |
It's a fairly lengthy report. lengthy long, often lasting for longer than you want or expect |
| 25422 |
After a lengthy period of negotiation, agreement was finally reached. lengthy long, often lasting for longer than you want or expect |
| 25423 |
sights and smells reminiscent of childhood reminiscent reminiscent of reminding you of people or experiences in your past |
| 25424 |
a style reminiscent of a Hitchcock film reminiscent reminiscent of similar to something else |
| 25425 |
She had a reminiscent look on her face as she gazed at him. reminiscent full of thoughts of the past |
| 25426 |
She dipped her handkerchief in the water and gently began to wipe the dirt from his face. dip dip something in into something to lower something into a liquid for a moment before taking it back out again |
| 25427 |
Joe dipped his head towards her for a quick kiss. dip to move, or to move something downwards |
| 25428 |
The bright sun dipped low over the city. dip to move, or to move something downwards |
| 25429 |
The road dipped and we picked up speed. dip to move, or to move something downwards |
| 25430 |
Public support for the project has dipped sharply. dip to become less |
| 25431 |
Our profits dipped 30%. dip to become less |
| 25432 |
Let's take a dip in the pool. dip go for take have a dip a quick swim |
| 25433 |
The dip in the share price wiped 36.8 million off the value of the company yesterday. dip dip in a reduction in the amount or level of something |
| 25434 |
The President's popularity took a dip before the election. dip take a dip a reduction in the amount or level of something |
| 25435 |
There's a dip in the road. dip dip in a place in a surface that is lower than the surrounding area |
| 25436 |
sheep dip dip a liquid chemical used for killing insects on an animal's skin |
| 25437 |
The programme offers a weekly dip into the BBC archives. dip a short period of reading a book or watching or listening to a programme |
| 25438 |
We aim to maximize profits over the next year. maximize to make something as large as possible |
| 25439 |
We suggest you maximize the screen before completing the form. maximize to make something as large as possible |
| 25440 |
the maximization of profits maximize |
| 25441 |
an adverse reaction from the public adverse negative, unpleasant, or harmful |
| 25442 |
adverse consequences adverse negative, unpleasant, or harmful |
| 25443 |
The drug has so far had no adverse effect on patients. adverse have an adverse effect on negative, unpleasant, or harmful |
| 25444 |
adverse weather conditions adverse likely to cause problems |
| 25445 |
There have been calls for greater accountability within the health service. accountability a situation in which people know who is responsible for something and can ask them to explain its state or quality |
| 25446 |
She was admitted to hospital with fractures of both legs. fracture a break or crack in a bone |
| 25447 |
The earthquake produced fractures in the concrete bridge supports. fracture a break or crack in a very hard substance |
| 25448 |
He fell off a ladder and fractured his hip. fracture if something hard fractures or is fractured, it breaks or cracks |
| 25449 |
Economic growth has been inhibited by the lack of investment. inhibit to make it difficult for a process to start or continue in a normal way |
| 25450 |
factors that inhibit the development of artistic talent inhibit to make it difficult for a process to start or continue in a normal way |
| 25451 |
Drinking coffee inhibits the absorption of iron from your diet. inhibit to make it difficult for a process to start or continue in a normal way |
| 25452 |
tax rules that inhibit some people from working inhibit inhibit someone from doing something to make it difficult for someone to do something |
| 25453 |
The presence of police officers inhibited them. inhibit to make someone feel too embarrassed or not confident enough to behave or speak in a normal way |
| 25454 |
Students may be inhibited from coming to him with their problems. inhibit inhibit someone from doing something to make someone feel too embarrassed or not confident enough to behave or speak in a normal way |
| 25455 |
The beer tasted slightly sour. sour with a taste like a lemon |
| 25456 |
The milk's gone sour. sour with an unpleasant taste or smell, especially because of no longer being fresh |
| 25457 |
When I said hello, he gave me a really sour look! sour unpleasant, unfriendly, or in a bad mood |
| 25458 |
The relationship turned sour over a financial dispute. sour go turn sour to be unsuccessful, or to not develop in a satisfactory way |
| 25459 |
Their investments had begun to go sour. sour go turn sour to be unsuccessful, or to not develop in a satisfactory way |
| 25460 |
Mutual accusations soured the peace talks. sour if a relationship or situation sours, or if something sours it, it stops being successful or satisfactory |
| 25461 |
Relations between them have soured. sour if a relationship or situation sours, or if something sours it, it stops being successful or satisfactory |
| 25462 |
Not all athletes attain this standard of physical fitness. attain to succeed in achieving something, especially after a lot of effort |
| 25463 |
On attaining the age of 20 she will inherit the remainder of the estate. attain to reach a particular age, amount, or level |
| 25464 |
The adult female attains a length of four inches. attain to reach a particular age, amount, or level |
| 25465 |
luxury yachts at anchor in the port anchor at anchor (=held still using an anchor) a heavy object that is dropped into the water to prevent a boat from moving |
| 25466 |
We dropped anchor off the coast of Norway. anchor drop anchor a heavy object that is dropped into the water to prevent a boat from moving |
| 25467 |
She's been lured away from ABC News to become anchor of a new nightly current affairs show. anchor someone who presents a television or radio programme, especially the news |
| 25468 |
The exchange rate should be an anchor in inflation control. anchor someone or something that is strong and reliable, and so makes people feel safe and confident |
| 25469 |
Bates is the emotional anchor of the film. anchor someone or something that is strong and reliable, and so makes people feel safe and confident |
| 25470 |
The development has Marks and Spencer as the anchor store. anchor an important shop or business that attracts other businesses to the area where it is |
| 25471 |
We anchored off the French coast. anchor to prevent a boat from moving by dropping its anchor into the water |
| 25472 |
The programme has been anchored by McDonald since 1992. anchor to present a television or radio programme, especially the news |
| 25473 |
Small marine plants were anchored to the rocks. anchor to fix something firmly somewhere |
| 25474 |
Their approach is firmly anchored in a Christian world view. anchor be anchored in something to be firmly based on a particular set of ideas or beliefs |
| 25475 |
Jack steered while Ken gave directions. steer to control the direction in which a vehicle moves |
| 25476 |
We steered the boat into the harbour. steer steer something away from towards into through etc something to control the direction in which a vehicle moves |
| 25477 |
He took her arm to steer her towards the door. steer steer someone away from towards through etc something to control the direction in which someone moves by putting your hand on them |
| 25478 |
I try to steer my children towards healthier foods. steer steer someone something towards something to influence the way that something happens or the way that people behave |
| 25479 |
He steered the country through a transitional period to elections. steer steer something away from towards through something to influence the way that something happens or the way that people behave |
| 25480 |
Ruth attempted to steer the conversation well away from work. steer steer the conversation to influence the way that something happens or the way that people behave |
| 25481 |
The single goal was enough to steer the club to victory. steer steer someone to victory (=help someone win) to influence the way that something happens or the way that people behave |
| 25482 |
Tourists are advised to steer clear of the area. steer steer clear (of) to try to avoid someone or something |
| 25483 |
They tried to steer a middle course between overconfidence and undue pessimism. steer to behave in a particular way, especially when this involves making choices |
| 25484 |
The fishermen were steering a direct course for Koepang. steer to travel towards a place |
| 25485 |
a bout of flu depression homesickness bout bout of a short period when you are ill or you feel unhappy |
| 25486 |
a drinking bout bout a short period when you do something a lot or something happens a lot |
| 25487 |
periodic bouts of instability in the financial markets bout bout of a short period when you do something a lot or something happens a lot |
| 25488 |
a world-title bout bout a boxing or wrestling match |
| 25489 |
The university conferred an honorary doctorate on her. confer to give something such as authority, a legal right, or an honour to someone |
| 25490 |
A share confers certain rights on the person who holds it. confer to give something such as authority, a legal right, or an honour to someone |
| 25491 |
He asked for some time to confer with his lawyers. confer confer with to discuss something with other people in order to reach a decision |
| 25492 |
There are some major differences between British and American usage. usage the way that words are used by people when they speak and write their language |
| 25493 |
technical terms that are now in common usage usage in common usage the way that words are used by people when they speak and write their language |
| 25494 |
This usage was first recorded in the 19th century. usage a particular meaning of a word |
| 25495 |
We charge a monthly usage fee of 6. usage the process of using something |
| 25496 |
microwave radiation microwave a type of electromagnetic wave used in radio communication, radar, and cooking |
| 25497 |
Opponents portray the president as weak and ineffectual. portray portray someone as something to show or describe someone or something in a particular way |
| 25498 |
The newspapers want to portray the project in the worst possible light. portray portray someone in a good bad light (=make them seem good or bad) to show or describe someone or something in a particular way |
| 25499 |
The book portrays Caribbean society against a background of the French Revolution. portray to show something by featuring it in a film, book, play etc |
| 25500 |
He trained as an architect and town planner. planner someone whose job is to plan the way that towns, cities, and other areas will grow and develop |
| 25501 |
Military planners face difficult choices. planner someone who plans something |
| 25502 |
Use this budget planner to work out what you can afford. planner a document or computer program that you can use for planning something |
| 25503 |
They had acted out of compassion. compassion a feeling of sympathy for someone who is in a bad situation because you understand and care about them |
| 25504 |
Both women shared a compassion for victims of war. compassion a feeling of sympathy for someone who is in a bad situation because you understand and care about them |
| 25505 |
He's always boasting of his great sporting achievements. boast boast of to proudly tell other people about what you or someone connected with you has done or can do, or about something you own, especially in order to make them admire you |
| 25506 |
Cheating on somebody is hardly something to boast about. boast boast about to proudly tell other people about what you or someone connected with you has done or can do, or about something you own, especially in order to make them admire you |
| 25507 |
The Prime Minister boasted that public spending had increased by 6%. boast boast that to proudly tell other people about what you or someone connected with you has done or can do, or about something you own, especially in order to make them admire you |
| 25508 |
The island boasts the highest number of tourists in the area. boast to have something good, often an attractive feature that other people admire |
| 25509 |
For years, their boast was that they were the best club in Europe. boast a statement in which you proudly tell other people about what you or someone connected with you has done or can do, or about something you own, especially in order to make them admire you |
| 25510 |
She was unconscious but still breathing when the ambulance arrived. unconscious in a condition similar to sleep in which you do not see, feel, or think, usually because you are injured |
| 25511 |
He was attacked by two men and knocked unconscious. unconscious knock beat someone unconscious in a condition similar to sleep in which you do not see, feel, or think, usually because you are injured |
| 25512 |
an unconscious fear of change unconscious an unconscious feeling or thought is one that you do not realize that you have |
| 25513 |
the child's unconscious desire to learn unconscious an unconscious feeling or thought is one that you do not realize that you have |
| 25514 |
She has the unconscious habit of biting her fingernails. unconscious used about things you do without realizing you are doing them or without intending to do them |
| 25515 |
an unconscious gesture of self-protection unconscious used about things you do without realizing you are doing them or without intending to do them |
| 25516 |
She seemed totally unconscious of the embarrassment she had caused. unconscious be unconscious of something to not realize something |
| 25517 |
Adam spent 3 years in jail for drug possession. jail in jail a place where people are put after they have been arrested, or where people go as punishment for a crime |
| 25518 |
She's been sent to jail for murder. jail go be sent to jail a place where people are put after they have been arrested, or where people go as punishment for a crime |
| 25519 |
He was stealing again, two months after getting out of jail. jail get out of jail a place where people are put after they have been arrested, or where people go as punishment for a crime |
| 25520 |
He was jailed for drink-driving. jail jail someone for something to put someone in jail |
| 25521 |
measures to improve the fertility of the soil fertility the ability of the soil to produce a lot of good crops or plants |
| 25522 |
Utah has the highest fertility rate in the country. fertility a woman's ability to have babies |
| 25523 |
Jean had been receiving fertility treatment. fertility a woman's ability to have babies |
| 25524 |
a general decline in fertility fertility a woman's ability to have babies |
| 25525 |
pagan fertility rites fertility used about traditions and ceremonies that encourage fertility |
| 25526 |
Isis, the fertility goddess of Ancient Egypt fertility used about traditions and ceremonies that encourage fertility |
| 25527 |
The collection reflects the fertility of contemporary women's art. fertility someone's ability to have good ideas or produce good work |
| 25528 |
a fungal infection fungal caused by a fungus |
| 25529 |
The insurance company claims that he failed to provide the relevant documentation. documentation documents used for proving that something is true |
| 25530 |
I am sending the software and documentation. documentation written instructions about how to use a computer or computer program |
| 25531 |
I get tired of being portrayed as the big bad wolf. wolf the big bad wolf someone or something that is bad and causes all the problems in a situation |
| 25532 |
Workers in the industry have cried wolf once too often. wolf cry wolf to keep saying that there is a problem when there is not, with the result that people do not believe you when there really is a problem |
| 25533 |
I'm prepared to do anything to keep the wolf from the door. wolf keep the wolf from the door to manage to earn enough money to buy food and other essential things |
| 25534 |
When the minister made yet another mistake, his colleagues threw him to the wolves. wolf throw someone to the wolves to put someone in a situation in which they are severely criticized or attacked, and not try to protect them |
| 25535 |
The French believed that the British proposal was a wolf in sheep's clothing. wolf something that seems good at first but is in fact harmful |
| 25536 |
The girls wolfed down the pizza in minutes. wolf to eat something very quickly |
| 25537 |
In 1878, Edison received a patent for his phonograph. patent an official document that gives someone who has invented something the legal right to make or sell that invention for a particular period of time, and prevents anyone else from doing so |
| 25538 |
a patent application patent relating to patents or protected by a patent |
| 25539 |
a patent printing process patent relating to patents or protected by a patent |
| 25540 |
His comments are just patent nonsense. patent extremely obvious |
| 25541 |
She showed a patent disregard for everyone's feelings. patent extremely obvious |
| 25542 |
When was the first computer mouse patented? patent to get a patent for something |
| 25543 |
I was wandering round Belgrade Airport looking for the exit. exit a door that leads out of a public place such as a room or building |
| 25544 |
Passengers should leave the plane by the nearest emergency exit. exit emergency fire exit (=a door allowing people to leave a building or vehicle quickly when there is danger) a door that leads out of a public place such as a room or building |
| 25545 |
Take the next exit going north. exit a small road that allows you to drive off a motorway |
| 25546 |
She stepped in front of me and blocked my exit. exit the act of leaving a place |
| 25547 |
They made a hasty exit through the back door. exit make an exit the act of leaving a place |
| 25548 |
His opponent's inspired performance condemned the champion to an early exit. exit an occasion when someone stops being involved in a situation or activity, or is no longer in a particular position |
| 25549 |
the massive election defeat that led to his exit from the political scene exit exit from an occasion when someone stops being involved in a situation or activity, or is no longer in a particular position |
| 25550 |
Exit the building to your left, please. exit to leave an area, for example a room, building, or aircraft |
| 25551 |
Passengers are requested to exit from the aircraft through the emergency doors. exit exit from to leave an area, for example a room, building, or aircraft |
| 25552 |
Exit stage left. exit used as a written instruction that tells an actor to leave the stage at a particular time in a play |
| 25553 |
Type 'X' to exit the program. exit to end a computer program that you are using |
| 25554 |
the Medical Corps corps a part of an army that has particular responsibilities |
| 25555 |
members of the press corps corps a group of people who work together to do a particular job |
| 25556 |
the diplomatic corps corps a group of people who work together to do a particular job |
| 25557 |
an American Civil War saga starring Clark Gable saga a story about what happens to a group of characters over a long period of time |
| 25558 |
Have you heard the saga of our roof repairs? saga a long series of events, or a description of them |
| 25559 |
Abbot has always proclaimed his innocence of the charges. proclaim to state something publicly |
| 25560 |
They still proclaim that their policy was successful. proclaim proclaim (that) to state something publicly |
| 25561 |
a prime minister who proclaims himself a champion of the free market proclaim proclaim someone something (to be) something to state something publicly |
| 25562 |
posters proclaiming the merits of various soaps proclaim used about a sign or notice that tells people something |
| 25563 |
Their banners proclaimed 'Elections now'. proclaim used about a sign or notice that tells people something |
| 25564 |
The president proclaimed the sovereignty and independence of the new republic. proclaim to announce something officially |
| 25565 |
In 1882, Brazil proclaimed itself independent from Portugal. proclaim proclaim someone something something to announce something officially |
| 25566 |
The eastern islands proclaimed a separate republic of their own. proclaim to announce officially that a new country exists |
| 25567 |
The house's drawn curtains and closed windows seemed to proclaim its emptiness. proclaim to be a clear sign of something |
| 25568 |
a blend of spices such as coriander and cumin spice a substance made from plants and added to food to give it a particular flavour |
| 25569 |
a spice jar spice a substance made from plants and added to food to give it a particular flavour |
| 25570 |
She needed something to put the spice back into her marriage. spice extra interest or excitement |
| 25571 |
Newspaper reports tend to spice up the real story. spice to make something more interesting or exciting |
| 25572 |
Within the last 10 years, both sales and profits have multiplied. multiply to increase by a large amount |
| 25573 |
He has multiplied his fortune many times. multiply to increase something by a large amount |
| 25574 |
Even a slight increase in temperature will cause bacteria to multiply very rapidly. multiply to increase in number by producing new animals, plants, bacteria etc |
| 25575 |
If you multiply 3 by 3, you get 9. multiply multiply something by something to add a number to itself a particular number of times |
| 25576 |
Multiply the two figures together and that will give you the area. multiply multiply something together to add a number to itself a particular number of times |
| 25577 |
I picked up a copy of their summer travel brochure. brochure a small magazine containing details and pictures of goods or services that you can buy |
| 25578 |
It's a germ that causes sore throats. germ a form of bacteria that spreads disease among people or animals |
| 25579 |
the germ of an idea germ something that could develop into a greater idea or plan |
| 25580 |
orthodox cancer treatment orthodox accepted by most people as the correct or usual idea or practice |
| 25581 |
orthodox Judaism orthodox accepting and obeying traditional religious beliefs and practices |
| 25582 |
an orthodox Freudian psychoanalyst orthodox believing and practising the basic or original ideas of a political, economic, or other theory |
| 25583 |
an epidemic of biblical proportions biblical of biblical proportions very big or important, especially in a bad or unpleasant way |
| 25584 |
They've made remarkable progress, considering they only started last week. considering used for showing that your opinion about something is affected by a particular fact |
| 25585 |
Considering the price we paid, it was a very disappointing meal. considering used for showing that your opinion about something is affected by a particular fact |
| 25586 |
Robert played brilliantly, considering how badly injured he was. considering used for showing that your opinion about something is affected by a particular fact |
| 25587 |
I think these results are very satisfactory, considering. considering used for showing that your opinion about something is affected by a particular fact |
| 25588 |
Tom carried on reading, seemingly unaware of my presence. unaware unaware of not realizing that something exists or is happening |
| 25589 |
Jo seemed unaware that there was anyone else in the room. unaware unaware that not realizing that something exists or is happening |
| 25590 |
Sam was blissfully unaware that they were laughing at him. unaware blissfully unaware (=not knowing about something unpleasant) not realizing that something exists or is happening |
| 25591 |
the ace of hearts ace in card games, a card with only one symbol and either the highest or lowest value in a suit |
| 25592 |
an ace at solving puzzles ace someone who is very good at doing something |
| 25593 |
He came within an ace of winning the championship. ace within an ace of doing something almost doing something, or nearly succeeding in doing it |
| 25594 |
Their new song is ace! ace very good |
| 25595 |
an ace pilot player skier ace very skilful |
| 25596 |
patients with respiratory distress syndrome syndrome a medical condition that has a particular set of effects on your body or mind |
| 25597 |
Many parents face 'empty nest syndrome' when their children leave home. syndrome a set of feelings or actions that are typical in a particular situation |
| 25598 |
The claims have received independent confirmation from a team of experts. confirmation a statement saying that something is definitely true or accurate |
| 25599 |
There has been no official confirmation that the documents are genuine. confirmation confirmation that a statement saying that something is definitely true or accurate |
| 25600 |
The hotel will send you written confirmation of your booking. confirmation a statement that something will definitely happen at the time or in the way that has been arranged |
| 25601 |
step aerobics aerobics very active physical exercises done while listening to music, often in a class |
| 25602 |
an aerobics instructor aerobics very active physical exercises done while listening to music, often in a class |
| 25603 |
They have been investing in costly new equipment. costly costing a lot of money |
| 25604 |
Changing your company's management style can be a costly business. costly a costly business process exercise costing a lot of money |
| 25605 |
Appeals can be costly and time-consuming. costly used about something that costs more money than you want to pay |
| 25606 |
costly silks perfumes costly used about something that is expensive but of very good quality |
| 25607 |
Dropping the ball with only seconds left to play was a costly mistake. costly causing a lot of problems |
| 25608 |
an underground passage tunnel cable underground below the surface of the ground |
| 25609 |
He had been a member of an underground resistance movement. underground secret and usually illegal |
| 25610 |
miners who work all day underground underground below the surface of the ground |
| 25611 |
Many species of beetle live underground. underground below the surface of the ground |
| 25612 |
Left-wing activists were driven underground after the coup. underground in or to a secret place away from the police or other authorities |
| 25613 |
The police became suspicious and he had to go underground. underground go underground in or to a secret place away from the police or other authorities |
| 25614 |
a sneak preview of next season's fashions (=one that only very few people are allowed to see) preview an opportunity to see something such as a play, film, or work of art before it is shown to the public |
| 25615 |
a preview of the President's speech preview a short description of something that will happen or will be available later |
| 25616 |
Recent storms and floods could be a preview of the effects of climate change. preview something that gives an idea of what a future event will be like |
| 25617 |
On the website you can see a set of drawings previewing her next exhibition. preview to provide a short description or general idea of something that will happen or be available in the future |
| 25618 |
territorial disputes claims territorial relating to the land of a particular country |
| 25619 |
Sharks are extremely territorial and antagonistic towards their own kind. territorial territorial animals or people do not like other animals or people entering an area that they believe belongs to them |
| 25620 |
Nobody has yet been designated as the leader. designate to formally choose someone or something for a particular purpose |
| 25621 |
social workers designated to work with difficult children designate to formally choose someone or something for a particular purpose |
| 25622 |
The park was designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty in 1975. designate to give someone or something a particular name, title, or description |
| 25623 |
Road hazards are designated by yellow diamond-shaped signs. designate to represent something in a particular way, for example with a sign or symbol |
| 25624 |
the ambassador designate designate chosen for a particular job but not yet officially doing that job |
| 25625 |
As a kid she was always really skinny. skinny very thin, in a way that is not attractive. Someone who is thin in an attractive way is slender or slim |
| 25626 |
skinny arms legs skinny very thin, in a way that is not attractive. Someone who is thin in an attractive way is slender or slim |
| 25627 |
a pair of skinny trousers skinny skinny clothes fit your body very tightly |
| 25628 |
a skinny latte skinny low in fat |
| 25629 |
Several aides made misleading statements to the committee. misleading intended or likely to make someone believe something that is incorrect or not true |
| 25630 |
Statistics, as we know, can be very misleading. misleading intended or likely to make someone believe something that is incorrect or not true |
| 25631 |
The women shut themselves behind closed doors to weave their cloth. weave to make cloth by crossing long threads over and under each other on a machine called a loom |
| 25632 |
They spend some of the time weaving. weave to make cloth by crossing long threads over and under each other on a machine called a loom |
| 25633 |
They spend their days weaving prayer rugs. weave to make clothes or other material by weaving cloth |
| 25634 |
Fresh or dried flowers can be woven into a garland. weave to create an object by weaving |
| 25635 |
Grisham's new novel weaves a tale of mystery and suspense. weave to create a story or plan with many complicated details |
| 25636 |
The taxi weaved in and out of traffic. weave to move somewhere by going around and between things |
| 25637 |
Samantha had to weave her way through the crowd. weave weave your way through across around to move somewhere by going around and between things |
| 25638 |
The sound of his cello is woven into my childhood memories. weave weave something into something to include something in a story, plan etc |
| 25639 |
Stop scratching! scratch to pull your nails along your skin, especially because you have an itch that makes you want to do this |
| 25640 |
Scratch my back for me, will you. scratch to pull your nails along your skin, especially because you have an itch that makes you want to do this |
| 25641 |
Don't worry: the cat won't scratch you. scratch to cut someone's skin slightly with something sharp |
| 25642 |
The tree's branches had scratched his hands and they were bleeding. scratch to cut someone's skin slightly with something sharp |
| 25643 |
Someone's scratched my car door. scratch to damage a surface by marking it with something sharp or rough |
| 25644 |
I could hear the dog scratching at the back door. scratch scratch at to move something sharp against a hard surface and make a noise |
| 25645 |
The decision has left many party members scratching their heads. scratch scratch your head to not understand something, or to not know how to deal with it |
| 25646 |
The farmer somehow managed to scratch a living from the arid land. scratch scratch a living to manage to earn only just enough money to live |
| 25647 |
We had only really scratched the surface of this fascinating country. scratch scratch the surface to deal with only the simple or obvious parts of something |
| 25648 |
a badly scratched CD scratch |
| 25649 |
Don't worry. It's just a scratch. scratch a cut on the surface of your skin |
| 25650 |
There were some nasty scratches on the paintwork. scratch a thin mark on a surface |
| 25651 |
Fortunately I walked away from the accident without a scratch. scratch used for emphasizing that someone is not hurt at all or that something is not damaged at all |
| 25652 |
a used car that doesn't have a scratch on it scratch used for emphasizing that someone is not hurt at all or that something is not damaged at all |
| 25653 |
The dog was having a good scratch against the furniture. scratch have a scratch the action of pulling your nails along your skin |
| 25654 |
We heard the scratch of a cat's claws against a tree. scratch a sound made by moving something sharp or rough against a hard surface |
| 25655 |
It took only three years to write it from scratch. scratch from a point where nothing has been done, so that you have to do everything yourself |
| 25656 |
We'll have to do the whole thing again from scratch. scratch from the beginning again, not using all the work that you have done before |
| 25657 |
The hotels they recommended weren't up to scratch. scratch up to scratch good enough to meet a particular standard |
| 25658 |
Ideally, all patients should have had the same number of follow-up visits. ideally used for saying what you would like to happen or how things should be if everything that you wanted were possible |
| 25659 |
Your research should ideally include two separate groups of subjects. ideally used for saying what you would like to happen or how things should be if everything that you wanted were possible |
| 25660 |
The playground is ideally suited to the under-fives. ideally ideally suited to in the best possible way |
| 25661 |
Ideally situated for touring North Wales, the town also has plenty of its own attractions. ideally ideally situated located in the best possible way |
| 25662 |
The cardinal rule in working with large powerful animals is never to take any risks. cardinal very important |
| 25663 |
a cardinal error cardinal very important |
| 25664 |
He endured solitude and torture for months at a time. endure to suffer something difficult or unpleasant in a patient way over a long period |
| 25665 |
traditions that endure endure to last for a long time |
| 25666 |
a retrospective study analysis retrospective relating to or considering things that happened in the past |
| 25667 |
a Norman Rockwell retrospective retrospective an exhibition that includes examples of a particular artist's work from their whole career |
| 25668 |
Verbal ability is dominant in the left side of the brain. verbal using words, or relating to words |
| 25669 |
Make sure the discussion remains purely verbal. verbal using words, not physical force |
| 25670 |
They can be subjected to verbal and physical abuse. verbal verbal abuse (=rude or offensive words) using words, not physical force |
| 25671 |
They had a verbal agreement for her to receive 3,000 a month. verbal using spoken communication rather than writing |
| 25672 |
a verbal phrase verbal acting as a verb, or relating to a verb |
| 25673 |
an exchange of verbals verbal something that is said, especially by someone who is angry |
| 25674 |
In three strides he had crossed the room. stride a long confident step |
| 25675 |
an easy stride stride a way of walking with long steps |
| 25676 |
The horse was within strides of the winning post. stride the distance that you go in one long step |
| 25677 |
He managed to maintain his stride. stride the speed at which you walk or run |
| 25678 |
He soon got into his stride and produced several more books. stride get into hit your stride to begin to do something confidently and well |
| 25679 |
Medical science has made great strides in tackling infertility. stride make strides to make progress towards a goal |
| 25680 |
He wasn't going to let a bit of heckling put him off his stride. stride put someone off their stride to upset or trouble someone |
| 25681 |
I told her what had happened and she took it all in her stride. stride take something in your stride to not be upset or troubled by something |
| 25682 |
She strode onto the platform. stride stride across onto up down to walk with energy and confidence |
| 25683 |
A tall dark figure was striding up the path. stride to walk with energy and confidence |
| 25684 |
The School of Nursing is still taking applicants. nursing the job or skills of a nurse, or the professional training that nurses receive |
| 25685 |
skilled nursing care nursing connected with nursing |
| 25686 |
the nursing profession nursing connected with nursing |
| 25687 |
She tried to peep through the gates to see the garden. peep peep at through into over to look at something quickly and secretly, usually from a place where you think you cannot be seen |
| 25688 |
His head peeped out from under the blanket. peep peep from out through to appear slightly from behind or under something |
| 25689 |
I'll just take a peep inside. peep have take a peep a quick look at something |
| 25690 |
There wasn't a peep out of her after I put her to bed. peep not a peep from out of someone a very slight sound or noise |
| 25691 |
A well-funded national organization would be able to exert more influence in Parliament. exert exert influence pressure control to use influence, authority, or power in order to affect or achieve something |
| 25692 |
the inadequate degree of control exerted by some parents over their children exert to use influence, authority, or power in order to affect or achieve something |
| 25693 |
The heavy gate had exerted considerable pressure on the flimsy post. exert to put force or physical pressure on something |
| 25694 |
He didn't want to exert himself on such a hot day. exert exert yourself to use a lot of physical or mental effort |
| 25695 |
The proposed new regulation is not compatible with our existing policy. compatible compatible with ideas or systems that are compatible can exist together |
| 25696 |
You can find yourself married to someone with whom you're not compatible. compatible compatible with likely to have a good relationship because of being similar |
| 25697 |
a veggie turkey burger burger pieces of meat or vegetable that are pressed together, cooked in a flat round shape, and served in a bread roll |
| 25698 |
They long ago established a causal link between smoking and lung cancer. causal if there is a causal connection or relationship between two events, one event causes the other |
| 25699 |
The board made a unanimous decision to reject the recommendations. unanimous a unanimous decision, vote, agreement etc is one that everyone agrees with and supports |
| 25700 |
a unanimous vote of confidence unanimous a unanimous decision, vote, agreement etc is one that everyone agrees with and supports |
| 25701 |
The jury was unanimous. unanimous a group of people who are unanimous about something all agree about it |
| 25702 |
All 15 member states were unanimous in approving the deal. unanimous unanimous in (doing) something a group of people who are unanimous about something all agree about it |
| 25703 |
The court ruled unanimously in her favour. unanimous |
| 25704 |
a Roman mosaic floor mosaic a pattern or picture made of many small coloured pieces of stone, glass etc |
| 25705 |
Ontario's cultural mosaic is waiting to welcome you. mosaic something that consists of a combination of different things or people |
| 25706 |
They're going to operate on an obstruction in her colon. obstruction something that blocks a path, passage, door etc so that it is difficult or impossible for someone or something to move along or through it |
| 25707 |
You will be charged with obstruction of a public footpath. obstruction the act of blocking a path, passage, door etc so that it is difficult or impossible for someone or something to move along or through it |
| 25708 |
Check that there is no obstruction of the patient's airway. obstruction the act of blocking a path, passage, door etc so that it is difficult or impossible for someone or something to move along or through it |
| 25709 |
obstruction of food shipments by the rebels obstruction the act of preventing someone or something from moving along or through a path, passage, door etc by blocking it |
| 25710 |
She was charged with perjury and obstruction of justice. obstruction the act of taking action in order to prevent someone from doing something or to prevent something from happening |
| 25711 |
He was criticized for his obstruction of efforts to rebuild the war-torn country. obstruction the act of taking action in order to prevent someone from doing something or to prevent something from happening |
| 25712 |
Collett won a free kick for obstruction. obstruction an offence in a game such as football in which you put your body between an opponent and the ball so that they cannot get it |
| 25713 |
His suggestions may be seen as an implicit criticism of government policy. implicit not stated directly, but expressed in the way that someone behaves, or understood from what they are saying |
| 25714 |
This assumption is often implicit in the way a person addresses a woman. implicit implicit in not stated directly, but expressed in the way that someone behaves, or understood from what they are saying |
| 25715 |
the dangers implicit in this kind of work implicit implicit in forming a necessary part of something |
| 25716 |
Implicit in the notion of a game is the idea of taking a risk. implicit forming a necessary part of something |
| 25717 |
an implicit belief in the goodness of people implicit without any doubts or questions |
| 25718 |
implicit faith obedience implicit without any doubts or questions |
| 25719 |
Gardening has become very fashionable. fashionable popular at a particular time |
| 25720 |
fashionable clothes fashionable popular at a particular time |
| 25721 |
It has become fashionable to criticize public institutions. fashionable it is fashionable to do something popular at a particular time |
| 25722 |
London's most fashionable shopping district fashionable popular with rich and successful people, and often expensive |
| 25723 |
a fashionable Italian restaurant fashionable popular with rich and successful people, and often expensive |
| 25724 |
a fashionably dressed young woman fashionable |
| 25725 |
heart valves valve the part of an organ or tube in your body that opens and closes to keep liquid flowing in the right direction |
| 25726 |
Her brother snatched the letter and tore it open. snatch to pull or take something away quickly |
| 25727 |
Katherine angrily snatched her hand out of his grasp. snatch to pull or take something away quickly |
| 25728 |
Someone snatched my bag on the train. snatch to quickly steal something from someone |
| 25729 |
A newborn baby was snatched from a hospital ward. snatch to quickly take a person away, usually by force |
| 25730 |
They managed to snatch a few hours' sleep. snatch to quickly take the opportunity to do something |
| 25731 |
I snatched a glance at my watch. snatch to quickly take the opportunity to do something |
| 25732 |
They snatched victory with a goal in the last minute. snatch to manage to get something that you almost did not get |
| 25733 |
She had snatched the prize from his grasp at the last minute. snatch snatch something from someone's grasp to manage to prevent someone from getting something |
| 25734 |
a few snatches of conversation snatch snatch of a short piece of something that you hear |
| 25735 |
She slept in snatches through the day. snatch a short period of time when you manage to do something such as sleep |
| 25736 |
a jazz band jazz a type of music that developed in the late 19th century in which there is a strong lively beat and the players often improvise (=make up the music as they play) |
| 25737 |
I'm going home to visit my family and all that jazz. jazz and all that jazz all the things that are related to what you are talking about |
| 25738 |
Her work showed that the cells migrate to many different sites in the embryo. migrate if cells migrate, they move to a specific place in the body |
| 25739 |
He was an enthusiastic patron of the arts. patron patron of someone who supports the work of writers, artists, musicians etc, especially by giving them money |
| 25740 |
a charity that boasted Princess Diana as its patron patron a famous person who supports an organization and allows it to use their name in its advertising |
| 25741 |
This car park is for the use of patrons only. patron someone who uses a particular restaurant, hotel, or other business |
| 25742 |
an Internet service provider provider an organization or company that makes a service available to the public |
| 25743 |
an interim government president report interim intended to last or perform an activity only until someone or something permanent or final is available |
| 25744 |
The insurance company made an interim payment while the claim was being investigated. interim interim payment (=part of the full amount paid in advance) intended to last or perform an activity only until someone or something permanent or final is available |
| 25745 |
an interim dividend interim calculated or paid before the end of a financial year |
| 25746 |
If you have any questions in the interim, please give me a call. interim in the interim during the time between one thing happening and another, or while waiting for something permanent or final to become available |
| 25747 |
ice cream tubs tub a small container with a lid for holding or storing food |
| 25748 |
a tub of buttered popcorn tub tub of a small container with a lid for holding or storing food |
| 25749 |
My grandmother used a wooden tub to wash clothes. tub a large round container made of wood, metal, or plastic with a flat bottom and no lid, used, for example, for storing things, growing plants, or washing clothes |
| 25750 |
The government has declared its intent to put the railways into private ownership. intent someone's intent to do something the intention to do something |
| 25751 |
He's been charged with possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life. intent with intent (to do something) the intention to commit a crime or an offence |
| 25752 |
They run a car that to all intents and purposes is a commercial delivery vehicle. intent to all intents and purposes used for saying that although something is not exactly true or accurate, the situation is the same as if it were true or accurate |
| 25753 |
an intent gaze look intent concentrating hard on something |
| 25754 |
He was so intent on his gardening magazine, he didn't notice me come in. intent intent on concentrating hard on something |
| 25755 |
She seemed intent on making me miserable. intent intent on doing something determined to do something. This expression sometimes means that you do not approve of the thing that someone is determined to do |
| 25756 |
He gazed intently at his watch. intent |
| 25757 |
This training should help you in your chosen career. chosen something that is chosen is something that you have decided to have or do |
| 25758 |
Only a chosen few are accepted to a prestigious school like this. chosen chosen few a small number of people who have some special right, reward, skill etc that other people do not have |
| 25759 |
applied mathematics applied used for describing educational subjects when they are studied for their practical uses |
| 25760 |
a miniature railway miniature much smaller than things of the same kind |
| 25761 |
miniature roses miniature much smaller than things of the same kind |
| 25762 |
The theatre had been beautifully reproduced in miniature. miniature in miniature the same in appearance as someone or something else but much smaller |
| 25763 |
We stood shivering in the icy wind. shiver if you shiver, your body shakes slightly, for example because you are cold or frightened |
| 25764 |
She shivered with fear at the thought of seeing him again. shiver shiver with cold fear surprise etc if you shiver, your body shakes slightly, for example because you are cold or frightened |
| 25765 |
A sudden shiver ran the length of her whole body. shiver a shaking movement that your body makes when you are cold, frightened, or excited |
| 25766 |
I felt a tiny shiver of excitement on hearing the news. shiver a shiver of horror shock excitement a shaking movement that your body makes when you are cold, frightened, or excited |
| 25767 |
The way he looked at me gave me the shivers. shiver give someone the shivers to make someone feel very frightened or disgusted |
| 25768 |
Her amazing singing voice sends shivers down your spine. shiver send shivers (up and) down your spine to make you feel suddenly frightened or excited |
| 25769 |
apple cherry pumpkin pie pie a food that consists of meat, vegetables, or fruit cooked inside a case of pastry or below a layer of it |
| 25770 |
a steak and kidney pie pie a food that consists of meat, vegetables, or fruit cooked inside a case of pastry or below a layer of it |
| 25771 |
a piece slice of pie pie a food that consists of meat, vegetables, or fruit cooked inside a case of pastry or below a layer of it |
| 25772 |
fisherman's pie pie a mixture of vegetables, meat, or fish that is cooked with a layer of food such as potato on top |
| 25773 |
At first his theories were dismissed as pie in the sky. pie pie in the sky a plan, hope, idea, or suggestion that will never happen |
| 25774 |
The company made big profits and the workers want a slice of the pie. pie a piece share slice of the pie a share of the available money, benefits etc |
| 25775 |
an earnest young man earnest serious, determined, and meaning what you say |
| 25776 |
earnest discussions earnest serious, determined, and meaning what you say |
| 25777 |
She was crying in earnest now. earnest more seriously, or with more energy and determination than before |
| 25778 |
After the rainy season, building work can begin in earnest. earnest more seriously, or with more energy and determination than before |
| 25779 |
When I said I wanted to help you, I was in earnest. earnest serious and meaning what you say |
| 25780 |
She was speechless with fury. fury with fury a feeling of very strong anger that usually does not last very long |
| 25781 |
Workers expressed their fury at the tax increases. fury fury at a feeling of very strong anger that usually does not last very long |
| 25782 |
Rob flew into a fury and left the room. fury fly into a fury (=suddenly become very angry) a feeling of very strong anger that usually does not last very long |
| 25783 |
the abolition of the death penalty abolition the official end to a law, system, practice etc |
| 25784 |
a savage attack beating murder savage cruel and unpleasant or violent |
| 25785 |
A savage look flitted across his face. savage cruel and unpleasant or violent |
| 25786 |
She took a savage pleasure in pointing out their mistakes. savage cruel and unpleasant or violent |
| 25787 |
savage cuts in public services savage extremely severe |
| 25788 |
Losing his job had been a savage blow. savage extremely severe |
| 25789 |
She wrote a savage review of the book. savage criticizing someone or something very much |
| 25790 |
a savage attack on the government's policies savage criticizing someone or something very much |
| 25791 |
She was savagely attacked in her own home. savage |
| 25792 |
Smith's play was savaged by the critics. savage to criticize someone or something severely |
| 25793 |
A jogger was savaged by two Rottweilers yesterday. savage if an animal savages someone, it attacks them and injures or kills them |
| 25794 |
What a babe! babe an attractive young woman or man. Many women find this offensive |
| 25795 |
Let's go, babe. It's getting late. babe used for talking to a close friend or someone you love |
| 25796 |
The Minister denied the accusation that she had lied. accusation accusation that a claim that someone has done something illegal or wrong |
| 25797 |
There have been further accusations of corruption. accusation accusation of a claim that someone has done something illegal or wrong |
| 25798 |
Several accusations were made against the government. accusation make bring an accusation against someone a claim that someone has done something illegal or wrong |
| 25799 |
Accusations of fraud have been levelled at the town council. accusation level an accusation at someone a claim that someone has done something illegal or wrong |
| 25800 |
I shall treat that remark with the contempt it deserves. contempt a feeling that someone or something is unimportant and deserves no respect |
| 25801 |
I have nothing but contempt for their ridiculous opinions. contempt contempt for a feeling that someone or something is unimportant and deserves no respect |
| 25802 |
She regarded the tabloid press with absolute contempt. contempt with contempt a feeling that someone or something is unimportant and deserves no respect |
| 25803 |
How could she marry a man whom she holds in such utter contempt? contempt hold something someone in contempt a feeling that someone or something is unimportant and deserves no respect |
| 25804 |
He showed a complete contempt for other people's feelings. contempt contempt for a failure to show appropriate respect for something that other people consider to be important |
| 25805 |
their apparent contempt for international law contempt a failure to show appropriate respect for something that other people consider to be important |
| 25806 |
a report on the economic conditions prevailing in the country prevail to exist at a particular time or in a particular situation |
| 25807 |
A friendly atmosphere prevailed among the crowds in the park. prevail to exist at a particular time or in a particular situation |
| 25808 |
We hope that common sense will prevail and an agreement will soon be reached. prevail to be the strongest influence or element in a situation |
| 25809 |
In the end, the Chinese view prevailed. prevail to be the strongest influence or element in a situation |
| 25810 |
The centre-left coalition is expected to prevail in next month's election. prevail to defeat someone in a game, competition, argument etc |
| 25811 |
The Italian team eventually prevailed over Russia 45 – 43. prevail prevail over to defeat someone in a game, competition, argument etc |
| 25812 |
a mass murderer (=someone who has killed several people) murderer someone who commits murder |
| 25813 |
a large social gathering gathering a group of people meeting together |
| 25814 |
the greatest ever gathering of world leaders in one place at one time gathering a group of people meeting together |
| 25815 |
Easter is one of the best times for a family gathering. gathering a group of people meeting together |
| 25816 |
a secret intelligence gathering operation gathering the process or activity of collecting information |
| 25817 |
We watched the boats return through the gathering gloom. gathering gathering darkness dusk gloom gradually increasing |
| 25818 |
the gathering storm of a close election gathering trouble that is coming |
| 25819 |
It will be difficult to fill the void left by his departure. void fill the void a situation in which something important that is usually present is no longer there |
| 25820 |
Her husband's death left a terrible void. void the sad feeling caused by the loss of someone or something that you love |
| 25821 |
The sea stretched before him like an endless void. void an extremely large empty space |
| 25822 |
The court declared the contract void. void no longer legal or effective |
| 25823 |
Her performance was void of any real intensity. void void of empty, or without something, especially something that is usually present |
| 25824 |
The assessment of a student's work is often subjective. subjective based on your own feelings and ideas and not on facts. Something that is based on facts is objective |
| 25825 |
the subjective experience of hunger subjective used about a person's feelings and thoughts that no one else can know directly or completely |
| 25826 |
A patient's level of pain can really only be judged subjectively. subjective |
| 25827 |
She waded across the stream to get the ball. wade to walk in or through water or other liquid that is not very deep |
| 25828 |
The negotiations ended in disagreement. disagreement a situation involving a lot of disagreements |
| 25829 |
Bowen resigned from the club following a disagreement with the head coach. disagreement disagreement with a situation involving a lot of disagreements |
| 25830 |
There has been considerable disagreement over how best to deal with the crisis. disagreement disagreement over about a situation involving a lot of disagreements |
| 25831 |
Money is a source of disagreement between many couples. disagreement disagreement between among a situation involving a lot of disagreements |
| 25832 |
We're still in disagreement with management about the pay offer. disagreement be in disagreement (=not agree) a situation involving a lot of disagreements |
| 25833 |
There was some disagreement between the two statements he had given. disagreement disagreement between a difference between things that should be the same |
| 25834 |
My best suit is at the cleaners. cleaner the cleaners a place where you can get clothes, curtains etc dry-cleaned (=cleaned with chemicals, not soap and water) |
| 25835 |
a charitable organization institution trust charitable intended to help people who are poor or ill, or who need advice and support |
| 25836 |
charitable work charitable intended to help people who are poor or ill, or who need advice and support |
| 25837 |
That wasn't a very charitable remark, was it! charitable a charitable person has a kind attitude towards other people and does not judge them or criticize them too severely |
| 25838 |
When the water boils, add the rice. boil if a liquid boils, or if you boil it, it becomes so hot that there are bubbles in it and it starts to become a gas |
| 25839 |
Boil some milk in a pan. boil if a liquid boils, or if you boil it, it becomes so hot that there are bubbles in it and it starts to become a gas |
| 25840 |
She put two pans of soup on to boil. boil put something on to boil (=put liquid in a container and heat it until it boils) if a liquid boils, or if you boil it, it becomes so hot that there are bubbles in it and it starts to become a gas |
| 25841 |
He stood in the kitchen waiting for the pan to boil. boil if a container boils, or if you boil it, the liquid in it boils |
| 25842 |
I'll just boil the kettle and we can have some tea. boil if a container boils, or if you boil it, the liquid in it boils |
| 25843 |
The saucepan had boiled dry and the carrots were burnt. boil boil dry (=boil until there is no liquid left) if a container boils, or if you boil it, the liquid in it boils |
| 25844 |
How long does it take to boil an egg? boil to cook food in water that is boiling |
| 25845 |
The pasta needs to boil for 10 minutes. boil to be cooked in water that is boiling |
| 25846 |
Can you put the vegetables on to boil, please? boil put something on to boil (=start to cook something in hot water) to be cooked in water that is boiling |
| 25847 |
James felt the fury boiling within him. boil to feel something such as anger very strongly |
| 25848 |
Boiling with rage, Kate slammed the car door and drove off. boil boil with rage anger to feel something such as anger very strongly |
| 25849 |
Add the wine, then bring the mixture back to the boil. boil bring something to the boil to heat something until it boils |
| 25850 |
She waited for the water to come to the boil. boil if a liquid comes to the boil, it starts to boil |
| 25851 |
Political tensions are once again coming to the boil. boil if a situation or feeling comes to the boil, it starts to become more serious or dangerous |
| 25852 |
The team suddenly went off the boil in the final match. boil go off the boil to become less successful than before |
| 25853 |
The media are trying to keep the issue on the boil. boil on the boil if a situation or feeling is on the boil, it is very strong or a lot of people are talking about it |
| 25854 |
Take the pan off the boil and add the remaining ingredients. boil take something off the boil to remove something from heat so that it stops boiling |
| 25855 |
Figures for housebreaking had dropped or remained static. static if something is static, it does not move or change |
| 25856 |
an apple with a rich flavour and scent scent a particular smell, especially a pleasant one |
| 25857 |
The sweet fresh scent of newly baked bread filled the house. scent a particular smell, especially a pleasant one |
| 25858 |
Police tracker dogs picked up the man's scent in the forest. scent pick up a scent (=start to follow a scent) the smell that an animal or person has, which some animals can follow |
| 25859 |
The dogs were soon on the fox's scent. scent be on the scent (=be following a smell) the smell that an animal or person has, which some animals can follow |
| 25860 |
The police were following a false scent. scent a series of facts and signs that help someone to discover something |
| 25861 |
the first scent of suspicion scent a series of facts and signs that help someone to discover something |
| 25862 |
The scent of victory was in the air. scent the scent of victory (=the feeling that you are going to be successful) a feeling that a new situation is going to happen |
| 25863 |
Detectives were thrown off the scent after evidence was destroyed. scent throw put someone off the scent to do something to try to prevent someone from discovering the truth |
| 25864 |
The smell of roses scented the room. scent to make something have a particular smell |
| 25865 |
Scenting blood, she asked him the question again. scent scent blood to believe that an opponent is in a weak position and you can get an advantage over them |
| 25866 |
indications that the market has reached saturation saturation a situation in which something is so full of a particular type of thing that nothing more can be added |
| 25867 |
Over 700 civilians died as a direct result of the bombings. civilian someone who does not belong to the armed forces or the police |
| 25868 |
civilian clothes civilian relating to civilians |
| 25869 |
civilian casualties civilian relating to civilians |
| 25870 |
a Franciscan Buddhist monk monk a man who lives in a religious community away from other people. Monks live in a building called a monastery |
| 25871 |
a monkish life monk |
| 25872 |
Options can be selected by using the mouse or the keyboard. keyboard a piece of computer equipment with keys on it, used for putting information into a computer |
| 25873 |
keyboard skills keyboard a piece of computer equipment with keys on it, used for putting information into a computer |
| 25874 |
a keyboard operator keyboard a piece of computer equipment with keys on it, used for putting information into a computer |
| 25875 |
a keyboard instrument keyboard the part of a musical instrument such as a piano that has the keys that you touch to make notes |
| 25876 |
The band consists of guitar, bass, drum, and keyboards. keyboard a musical instrument that has a keyboard, especially an electric piano |
| 25877 |
All the data then has to be keyboarded. keyboard to put information into a computer using a keyboard |
| 25878 |
Light gases diffuse through porous surfaces more rapidly than heavy gases. diffuse if a gas or liquid diffuses through a substance, or if it is diffused, it spreads through it |
| 25879 |
He smashed a hole in the window with a hammer. hammer a tool used for hitting things or forcing nails into wood that consists of a handle and a heavy metal top with one flat side |
| 25880 |
She took a hammer to the headlamps of his car. hammer take a hammer to something (=hit something hard using a hammer) a tool used for hitting things or forcing nails into wood that consists of a handle and a heavy metal top with one flat side |
| 25881 |
Hammer the pegs into the wooden flooring. hammer to hit something with a hammer |
| 25882 |
Someone was hammering in the cellar. hammer to hit something with a hammer |
| 25883 |
Some of the patients were shouting and hammering on the walls. hammer hammer on at into to hit something hard or many times |
| 25884 |
Owen hammered the ball into the back of the net. hammer to hit something hard or many times |
| 25885 |
Her latest film was hammered by the critics. hammer to criticize someone or something severely |
| 25886 |
Drivers hammer along this road all day. hammer to move or travel very fast |
| 25887 |
To my utter despair, the car would not start. despair the feeling that a situation is so bad that nothing you can do will change it |
| 25888 |
In despair he phoned the embassy. despair in despair the feeling that a situation is so bad that nothing you can do will change it |
| 25889 |
I despair when I think of spending the rest of my life here. despair to feel that a situation is so bad that nothing you can do will change it |
| 25890 |
Mike despaired of ever seeing her again. despair to feel that a situation is so bad that nothing you can do will change it |
| 25891 |
You'll see the house as soon as you go through the gateway. gateway an entrance that is opened and closed with a gate |
| 25892 |
Stranraer is the gateway to the whole of Ireland. gateway gateway to a place that allows you to reach or enter a larger place |
| 25893 |
the gateway to mathematics understanding life gateway gateway to something that allows you to do or achieve something |
| 25894 |
the home page of the Scottish gateway to services and information for rural communities gateway a place on the Internet from which you can get information about something, and which can be guarded |
| 25895 |
a graphics controller controller a part of a machine that controls a particular process |
| 25896 |
'Watch out,' Victor yelled. yell to say something in a loud voice, or to make a loud noise because you are angry, afraid, excited, or in pain |
| 25897 |
Her husband was yelling at her. yell yell at to say something in a loud voice, or to make a loud noise because you are angry, afraid, excited, or in pain |
| 25898 |
Sandra let out a yell. yell a loud noise that someone makes because they feel a strong emotion |
| 25899 |
There was a yell of triumph from Mark. yell a yell of triumph delight etc a loud noise that someone makes because they feel a strong emotion |
| 25900 |
poor quality pirate videos pirate made by copying something illegally |
| 25901 |
an offshore pirate radio station pirate broadcasting something illegally |
| 25902 |
pirated software pirate |
| 25903 |
These cuts will entail some job losses. entail if a situation or action entails a particular thing, it involves having or doing that thing |
| 25904 |
Building the airport entails reclaiming huge areas of land from the sea. entail entail doing something if a situation or action entails a particular thing, it involves having or doing that thing |
| 25905 |
Stephen was a cheerful, affectionate child. cheerful behaving in a happy friendly way |
| 25906 |
'I'll do everything I can to help you,' she said with a cheerful grin. cheerful behaving in a happy friendly way |
| 25907 |
Paula seemed to be her usual cheerful self. cheerful behaving in a happy friendly way |
| 25908 |
She painted her room in cheerful orange and yellow. cheerful making you feel happy because of being pleasant or enjoyable |
| 25909 |
a cheerful pop song cheerful making you feel happy because of being pleasant or enjoyable |
| 25910 |
The fire was a cheerful sight on such a cold, dreary day. cheerful making you feel happy because of being pleasant or enjoyable |
| 25911 |
Reconstruction is already under way after the floods. reconstruction the process of building something again |
| 25912 |
They announced a multimillion dollar reconstruction programme for the region. reconstruction the process of putting a country back into a good condition after a war |
| 25913 |
a reconstruction of the crime reconstruction a situation in which you try to form an idea of something that happened by connecting pieces of information |
| 25914 |
a dramatic reconstruction of a battle reconstruction a performance showing events exactly as they happened |
| 25915 |
an accurate reconstruction of the palace reconstruction a copy of something that existed in the past |
| 25916 |
numerical data numerical expressed as numbers, or consisting of numbers |
| 25917 |
The pages are not in numerical order. numerical expressed as numbers, or consisting of numbers |
| 25918 |
Wildlife photography requires a lot of patience. patience need require patience the ability to continue doing something for a long time without losing interest, especially something difficult |
| 25919 |
Most people wouldn't have the patience for such painstaking work. patience have the patience for something the ability to continue doing something for a long time without losing interest, especially something difficult |
| 25920 |
Have patience – he'll be there soon. patience have patience the ability to wait for a long time without becoming angry or upset |
| 25921 |
She was quickly losing patience with the whole wretched situation. patience the ability to wait for a long time without becoming angry or upset |
| 25922 |
After waiting for an hour, I was beginning to run out of patience. patience run out of patience (=to no longer have patience) the ability to wait for a long time without becoming angry or upset |
| 25923 |
You need a lot of patience and understanding to be a good parent. patience the ability to accept situations that you do not like without becoming angry or upset |
| 25924 |
I'm afraid I have no patience with people like them. patience have no patience with someone something the ability to accept situations that you do not like without becoming angry or upset |
| 25925 |
You have to have the patience of a saint to work in a place like this. patience the patience of a saint of Job (=a lot of patience) the ability to accept situations that you do not like without becoming angry or upset |
| 25926 |
Look, you're really trying my patience now; please stop making that noise! patience try someone's patience to do something very annoying, so that someone else has to try very hard not to get angry with you |
| 25927 |
After a night in the rain the clothes were saturated. saturated very wet |
| 25928 |
His shirt was saturated with sweat. saturated saturated with very wet |
| 25929 |
The camps are completely saturated with refugees. saturated saturated with completely filled with things or people |
| 25930 |
Parents are legally obliged to make sure their children attend school. legally according to the law |
| 25931 |
Legally, the shareholders are the owners of the company. legally according to the law |
| 25932 |
Once you've signed the agreement, it becomes a legally binding document. legally legally binding (=needing to be obeyed according to the law) according to the law |
| 25933 |
a rare bird that is in danger of losing its natural habitat habitat natural habitat the type of place that a particular animal usually lives in or a particular plant usually grows in, for example a desert, forest, or lake |
| 25934 |
There was a long queue for tickets. queue queue for a line of people waiting for something in a shop or similar place. The usual American word is line |
| 25935 |
a queue to get into the museum queue a queue to do something a line of people waiting for something in a shop or similar place. The usual American word is line |
| 25936 |
We stood in a queue for over an hour. queue be stand in a queue a line of people waiting for something in a shop or similar place. The usual American word is line |
| 25937 |
A woman joined the queue behind me. queue join a queue a line of people waiting for something in a shop or similar place. The usual American word is line |
| 25938 |
Your call has been put in a queue and will be answered as soon as possible. queue a number of people who have telephoned a place at the same time and are waiting to speak to an operator |
| 25939 |
a long line of fans queueing up for tickets queue queue for to wait for something in a queue. The usual American word is line up |
| 25940 |
Some people had queued all night to get in. queue queue to do something to wait for something in a queue. The usual American word is line up |
| 25941 |
The final game attracted a crowd of over 50,000 spectators. spectator someone who watches a public activity or event, especially a sports event |
| 25942 |
About 250 students are working with us at any given time. given used for referring to a particular thing |
| 25943 |
In a given situation, more than one of these methods may be used. given used for referring to a particular thing |
| 25944 |
Many people pay off the money owed within a given time. given a given period has previously been decided on |
| 25945 |
He was not a man much given to compassion. given given to something having the tendency to do something |
| 25946 |
It is a given that most animals will protect their young. given a basic fact that you accept as the truth |
| 25947 |
We've taken it as a given that our members are honest. given take something as a given to accept that something is true and not expect it to change |
| 25948 |
Given x=10, then x+3=13. given because of a particular fact |
| 25949 |
Given that conflict is inevitable, we need to learn how to manage it. given given (that) because of a particular fact |
| 25950 |
I'm a lousy singer. lousy bad, or unpleasant |
| 25951 |
lousy weather lousy bad, or unpleasant |
| 25952 |
You lousy cheat! lousy used about an unpleasant or dishonest person |
| 25953 |
I haven't heard from him for weeks, not even one lousy phone call. lousy used for emphasis |
| 25954 |
The general outlook is much better than it was last year. outlook an idea about what a situation will be like in the future |
| 25955 |
The outlook for the economy is still uncertain. outlook outlook for an idea about what a situation will be like in the future |
| 25956 |
The course should suit both her ability and outlook. outlook your general attitude to things |
| 25957 |
They shared the same kind of outlook on life. outlook outlook on your general attitude to things |
| 25958 |
Bach's Magnificat is clearly the work of a genius. genius someone who is much more intelligent or skilful than other people |
| 25959 |
She was a mathematical genius. genius someone who is much more intelligent or skilful than other people |
| 25960 |
Dante, Leonardo, and Milton were men of genius. genius a very high level of skill or ability |
| 25961 |
Baking allows you to show your creative genius. genius a very high level of skill or ability |
| 25962 |
At the time, his appointment seemed like a stroke of genius. genius a stroke of genius (=a very intelligent act or idea) a very high level of skill or ability |
| 25963 |
He has a genius for convincing you that he is sincere. genius have a genius for (doing) something to be very good at something |
| 25964 |
You don't have to be a genius to see that it's not going to work. genius you don't have to be a genius used for saying that something is obvious |
| 25965 |
Dame Joan Sutherland dame used in front of the name of a woman who has been given a special honour by the British government |
| 25966 |
She became a Dame in 1990. dame someone who has this title |
| 25967 |
This car is fitted with dual airbags. dual used about things that have two similar aspects, parts, or functions |
| 25968 |
We spent three months living under canvas. canvas under canvas in a tent |
| 25969 |
Bullets peppered UN planes. pepper to hit something many times and in many different places |
| 25970 |
They peppered his car with machine-gun fire. pepper pepper something with something to hit something many times and in many different places |
| 25971 |
His chin was peppered with grey stubble. pepper pepper something with something to be in many different places all over a surface |
| 25972 |
a letter peppered with spelling mistakes pepper pepper something with something to fill something such as a speech or piece of writing with a lot of examples of something |
| 25973 |
All fireworks must conform to British safety standards. conform conform to with to obey something such as a rule or law |
| 25974 |
He doesn't conform to the stereotype of a military man. conform conform to to be similar to an idea of what is usual or normal |
| 25975 |
Part of her charm was her refusal to conform. conform to behave in a way that most people think is correct or suitable |
| 25976 |
a plague of cholera plague any serious disease that spreads quickly to a lot of people and usually ends in death |
| 25977 |
the plague of violence in America today plague something that is very common and harmful |
| 25978 |
a plague of locusts rats plague an uncontrolled and usually harmful increase in the numbers of an animal or insect |
| 25979 |
The east coast has been plagued by blizzards for most of this month. plague to cause a lot of problems for someone or something for a long period of time |
| 25980 |
Although plagued by failing eyesight, he continues to lecture. plague to cause a lot of problems for someone or something for a long period of time |
| 25981 |
telephone sales people who plague our lives plague to annoy someone all the time by doing something or by asking for something |
| 25982 |
Perhaps a more cautious approach would bring better results. cautious careful to avoid problems or danger |
| 25983 |
The new principal gave a cautious welcome to developments in the neighbourhood (=was pleased but careful not to be too excited). cautious careful to avoid problems or danger |
| 25984 |
Companies seem cautious about investing (=are unwilling to invest) money in research and development. cautious cautious about doing something careful to avoid problems or danger |
| 25985 |
The female fish is yellow, with tiny orange dots on the tail. dot a very small spot of ink or colour |
| 25986 |
We watched until the plane was just a dot in the sky. dot something that looks very small because it is far away |
| 25987 |
The URL is www dot, google dot, com. dot the way that you say the symbol . in an Internet or email address |
| 25988 |
He arrived at 8 o'clock on the dot. dot on the dot at exactly the time that you mention, especially when this is a time that you have arranged |
| 25989 |
I was there on the dot of four, as agreed. dot on the dot of at exactly the time that you mention, especially when this is a time that you have arranged |
| 25990 |
We've known each other since the year dot. dot since from the year dot since a very long time ago |
| 25991 |
Small villages dot the sides of the mountain. dot to be in many parts of a place |
| 25992 |
The company has more than thirty branches dotted around Spain. dot be dotted around something to be in many parts of a place |
| 25993 |
There was a large lawn dotted with pine trees. dot be dotted with something to be in many parts of a place |
| 25994 |
Dot the chicken with butter and place in the oven. dot dot something with something to put something on a surface in small amounts with spaces between |
| 25995 |
Don't forget to dot the j. dot to put a dot over a letter of the alphabet |
| 25996 |
evidence of conspiracies to assassinate the president conspiracy conspiracy to do something a secret plan by a group of people to do something bad or illegal, especially in politics |
| 25997 |
a conspiracy against the party leadership conspiracy conspiracy against a secret plan by a group of people to do something bad or illegal, especially in politics |
| 25998 |
The charges against them include conspiracy to smuggle heroin. conspiracy the legal offence of planning a serious crime |
| 25999 |
the endless spiral of violence and hatred spiral a situation that gets worse and worse |
| 26000 |
a downward economic spiral spiral upward downward spiral a situation that gets worse and worse |
| 26001 |
Smoke was spiralling from the burning building. spiral to move in the shape of a spiral |
| 26002 |
Crime has begun to spiral out of control in the capital. spiral spiral out of control to continuously become worse, more, or less |
| 26003 |
The economic crisis could spiral into a political disaster. spiral spiral into to continuously become worse, more, or less |
| 26004 |
The news sent share prices spiralling down to a five-year low. spiral spiral up upwards down downwards to continuously become worse, more, or less |
| 26005 |
spiralling wages and costs spiral |
| 26006 |
He didn't dare contradict his parents. contradict to say that the opposite of what someone has said is true |
| 26007 |
Her account of the accident contradicts that of the other driver. contradict if one statement, piece of evidence, story etc contradicts another, they disagree and cannot both be true |
| 26008 |
In his confusion, he kept contradicting himself. contradict contradict yourself to say the opposite of what you have said before |
| 26009 |
She's such a social butterfly! butterfly someone who keeps changing from one activity or person to another, and never stays long with any of them |
| 26010 |
Do you get butterflies when you have to talk to lots of people? butterfly have get feel butterflies (in your stomach) to feel very nervous or excited about something that you have to do, especially something important |
| 26011 |
I am very proud of this scheme and I sincerely hope it will succeed. sincerely really, or honestly |
| 26012 |
Yours sincerely, Robert Sanderson sincerely Yours sincerely used before your name as a way of ending a formal letter |
| 26013 |
The guide gives restaurants a rating out of 10. rating a measurement of how good or popular someone or something is |
| 26014 |
The university consistently receives a high rating for the quality of its research. rating high low rating a measurement of how good or popular someone or something is |
| 26015 |
Labour's popularity rating fell for the first time since the election. rating popularity approval rating a measurement of how good or popular someone or something is |
| 26016 |
Regional news programmes need to improve their ratings. rating the number of people who watch or listen to a particular television or radio programme |
| 26017 |
Her new series had high ratings right from the start. rating high low ratings the number of people who watch or listen to a particular television or radio programme |
| 26018 |
Australian soap operas were top of the ratings that year. rating a list showing which programmes have the most people watching or listening to them |
| 26019 |
A 'U' rating means the film is suitable for anyone. rating a letter or number that shows how old someone needs to be before they are allowed to see a particular film |
| 26020 |
I had a weird dream last night. weird strange and unusual, sometimes in a way that upsets you |
| 26021 |
The weird thing is, nobody else noticed. weird strange and unusual, sometimes in a way that upsets you |
| 26022 |
I was very excited when I caught a salmon. salmon a silver fish with pink flesh that lives in the sea but swims up rivers to produce its eggs |
| 26023 |
smoked salmon salmon salmon eaten as food |
| 26024 |
We had fresh salmon to start the meal. salmon salmon eaten as food |
| 26025 |
Bad weather forced us to postpone Friday's game. postpone to decide that something will not be done at the time when it was planned for, but at a later time |
| 26026 |
Our exam has been postponed until next Monday. postpone to decide that something will not be done at the time when it was planned for, but at a later time |
| 26027 |
medical legal computer jargon jargon special words and phrases that are only understood by people who do the same kind of work |
| 26028 |
Furnishing a new home can be very expensive. furnish to provide furniture for a room or house |
| 26029 |
Her study was furnished with an antique desk and chair. furnish be furnished with to provide furniture for a room or house |
| 26030 |
Lyall's evidence may have furnished police with a vital clue. furnish furnish someone with something to provide someone with something that they need, especially information |
| 26031 |
We'll talk about this tomorrow, when you're sober. sober not drunk |
| 26032 |
A sober voice on the radio announced the bad news. sober with a serious attitude |
| 26033 |
We need a more sober assessment of the chances of ending this war. sober with a serious attitude |
| 26034 |
I'd suggest wearing something more sober for an event like this. sober plain and not brightly coloured |
| 26035 |
Let's look at the problem soberly. sober |
| 26036 |
soberly dressed sober |
| 26037 |
I had sobered up by then. sober to become sober after being drunk |
| 26038 |
The news seemed to sober him up instantly. sober to make someone become less drunk |
| 26039 |
ethical issues standards objections ethical involving the principles used for deciding what is right and what is wrong |
| 26040 |
ethical foreign policy investment behaviour ethical morally right |
| 26041 |
Is it really ethical to keep animals in zoos? ethical morally right |
| 26042 |
a strict adherence to the rule of law adherence adherence to the action of continuing to obey a rule, law, agreement etc |
| 26043 |
adherence to traditional values adherence adherence to support for or belief in an idea, plan, opinion etc |
| 26044 |
Miniskirts have seen something of a renaissance lately. renaissance see enjoy experience a renaissance new interest in something that makes it popular again |
| 26045 |
the Renaissance city of Florence renaissance relating to the Renaissance period |
| 26046 |
Renaissance art buildings style renaissance relating to the Renaissance period |
| 26047 |
She likes to have a few luxuries like fresh flowers. luxury something expensive that you enjoy but do not really need |
| 26048 |
I'm afraid that spending time getting the work perfect is a luxury we can't afford. luxury something that you would like to do but is not completely necessary |
| 26049 |
An evening to himself was a luxury that he guarded jealously. luxury something that you very much enjoy because you do not get it very often |
| 26050 |
They live a life of absolute luxury. luxury a situation in which you are very comfortable, with the best and most expensive things around you |
| 26051 |
a weekend in the luxury of one of New York's premier hotels luxury a situation in which you are very comfortable, with the best and most expensive things around you |
| 26052 |
a luxury hotel item car luxury very expensive and of the highest quality |
| 26053 |
the incoming president government incoming recently elected or chosen for a job or position |
| 26054 |
incoming calls messages mail incoming coming in, or arriving |
| 26055 |
incoming and outgoing traffic flights incoming coming in, or arriving |
| 26056 |
He gasped as the freezing water hit his body. gasp to breathe in suddenly, for example because you are surprised, shocked, or in pain |
| 26057 |
I literally gasped at how beautiful it was. gasp gasp at to breathe in suddenly, for example because you are surprised, shocked, or in pain |
| 26058 |
Laura coughed and spluttered as she gasped for air. gasp gasp for air breath to make a violent effort to breathe because you need more air |
| 26059 |
a gasp of pain surprise relief gasp gasp of a sudden noisy breath that is usually caused by surprise, shock, or pain |
| 26060 |
Michelle recognized him and gave a gasp of shock. gasp give let out a gasp a sudden noisy breath that is usually caused by surprise, shock, or pain |
| 26061 |
She fought for breath, taking in great gasps of air. gasp an attempt to get enough air into your lungs by breathing in quickly |
| 26062 |
the last gasp of economic activity in this depressed part of the country gasp the end of something |
| 26063 |
a crane driver crane a very tall machine used for lifting or moving heavy objects and building tall buildings |
| 26064 |
She craned out of the window, trying to see the sea. crane to stretch your neck out to try to see something |
| 26065 |
He had to crane his neck to see what was happening on stage. crane to stretch your neck out to try to see something |
| 26066 |
Ted was putting his clean clothes away in the wardrobe. wardrobe a large piece of furniture like a large cupboard where you can hang your clothes |
| 26067 |
a fitted wardrobe (=one built to fit a particular space) wardrobe a large piece of furniture like a large cupboard where you can hang your clothes |
| 26068 |
She is shopping for designer dresses to add to her wardrobe. wardrobe the clothes that someone has |
| 26069 |
a new summer wardrobe wardrobe the clothes that someone has for a particular activity or time of year |
| 26070 |
My fringe needs cutting. fringe short hair that hangs down over your forehead. The American word is bangs |
| 26071 |
a blue scarf with long black fringes fringe a row of fibres or thin pieces of cloth that hang down from a piece of cloth or clothing |
| 26072 |
factories on the northern fringe of the city fringe the outer edge of something |
| 26073 |
Their views belong to the wilder fringes of European politics. fringe people or activities that are considered strange or extreme |
| 26074 |
He has been forced to live on the fringes of society. fringe on the fringe fringes people or activities that are considered strange or extreme |
| 26075 |
the Edinburgh Festival Fringe fringe activities that are connected with a major public event but are not an official part of it |
| 26076 |
He made a speech on the fringe of the Conservative Party Conference. fringe activities that are connected with a major public event but are not an official part of it |
| 26077 |
a small right-wing fringe group fringe belonging to the fringe of a society, organization, or event |
| 26078 |
The lake was fringed with willow trees. fringe to form a line around the edge of something |
| 26079 |
A link between the two conditions can be inferred from previous studies. infer infer something from something to form an opinion about something that is based on information that you already have |
| 26080 |
Her appearance led them to infer that she was very wealthy. infer infer (that) to form an opinion about something that is based on information that you already have |
| 26081 |
The television adaptation of the stage play was very successful. adaptation a film, TV programme etc that has been made from a book or play |
| 26082 |
They specialize in the adaptation of industrial buildings for housing. adaptation the process of changing something so that it can be used for a different purpose |
| 26083 |
the remarkable adaptation of the camel to the desert adaptation the ability that animals and plants have to change and make themselves especially suitable for living in a particular environment |
| 26084 |
a famous quotation from the Bible quotation quotation from words from a book, play, film etc that you mention when you are speaking or writing |
| 26085 |
Make sure you get a written quotation from the builder. quotation the price that someone says they will charge you for doing a particular piece of work |
| 26086 |
Can you give me a quotation for replacing all the windows? quotation quotation for the price that someone says they will charge you for doing a particular piece of work |
| 26087 |
a new chance to fight world hunger and poverty hunger a lack of food that can cause illness or death, especially among large numbers of people |
| 26088 |
a nutritious snack that will satisfy your hunger hunger the feeling that you have when you need to eat something |
| 26089 |
hunger pangs (=pain in your stomach caused by hunger) hunger the feeling that you have when you need to eat something |
| 26090 |
The senator talked about America's hunger for leadership. hunger hunger for the feeling that you have when you want something very much |
| 26091 |
The current British champion hungers after the US Open title. hunger hunger for after to want something very much |
| 26092 |
Her arms enclosed him. enclose to surround someone or something |
| 26093 |
The swimming pool was enclosed by a high fence. enclose to surround someone or something |
| 26094 |
Expressions are enclosed in brackets. enclose to surround someone or something |
| 26095 |
I enclose my completed application form. enclose to send something such as a document with a letter. If you send a document with an email message, you attach it |
| 26096 |
The consequences of spending cuts would be disastrous for local schools. disastrous disastrous for causing a lot of damage or harm |
| 26097 |
a disastrous dinner party disastrous very unsuccessful |
| 26098 |
the church cathedral school choir choir a group of singers who perform together, for example in a church or school |
| 26099 |
choir practice choir a group of singers who perform together, for example in a church or school |
| 26100 |
He sings in a church choir. choir in a choir a group of singers who perform together, for example in a church or school |
| 26101 |
It was just another of his cranky theories. cranky strange or unusual |
| 26102 |
a cranky old lawnmower cranky likely to stop working at any time |
| 26103 |
Travelling can make you cranky, tired, and tense. cranky someone who is cranky gets annoyed easily |
| 26104 |
An overwhelming majority voted against his proposal. overwhelming overwhelming majority much larger, stronger, more important etc than anything else in a situation |
| 26105 |
The odds against them winning seemed overwhelming. overwhelming overwhelming odds much larger, stronger, more important etc than anything else in a situation |
| 26106 |
I had the overwhelming desire to get up and leave. overwhelming an overwhelming emotion is very strong, often so strong that you cannot think or behave normally |
| 26107 |
I found their kindness quite overwhelming. overwhelming used about things that make you feel very strong emotions |
| 26108 |
The crowd were anxious for a glimpse of the President. glimpse glimpse of an occasion when you see someone or something for a moment only |
| 26109 |
Every so often she got a fleeting (=very quick) glimpse of the church steeple through the trees. glimpse an occasion when you see someone or something for a moment only |
| 26110 |
I only caught a glimpse of it, but I think it was a badger. glimpse catch get have a glimpse an occasion when you see someone or something for a moment only |
| 26111 |
In the villages you'll have a fascinating glimpse of Turkish country life. glimpse glimpse of into an experience that gives you an idea of what something is like |
| 26112 |
He glimpsed a short white-haired figure heading for the back gate. glimpse to see someone or something for a moment or not completely |
| 26113 |
For a moment Jonathan glimpsed the solitude of the true artist. glimpse to have a short opportunity to understand someone or something |
| 26114 |
a circular tray circular in the shape of a circle |
| 26115 |
a circular tour of the main islands circular involving movement in a circle |
| 26116 |
a circular letter circular sent to a lot of people at the same time |
| 26117 |
a circular from the Department of Health circular a document, especially a letter or advertisement, that is sent to a lot of people at the same time |
| 26118 |
She needs a job in the locality. locality a particular area or district |
| 26119 |
Many people had moved to different localities. locality a particular area or district |
| 26120 |
There is no ferry service to the island in the winter. ferry a boat that makes short regular journeys between two or more places |
| 26121 |
They took the ferry to Dover. ferry take catch the ferry a boat that makes short regular journeys between two or more places |
| 26122 |
We went by overnight ferry from Portsmouth to Caen. ferry go by ferry a boat that makes short regular journeys between two or more places |
| 26123 |
Passengers were ferried to the island in a small plane. ferry to carry people or goods between two or more places |
| 26124 |
Mary spent her life ferrying kids. ferry to take someone by car to different places |
| 26125 |
He was snacking on a bar of chocolate. snack snack on to eat between meals |
| 26126 |
He kicks the ball with precision and accuracy. precision the quality of being very accurate and exact |
| 26127 |
precision machinery precision very exact and accurate |
| 26128 |
precision horseriding precision needing skill and accurate movements |
| 26129 |
The ticket was a snip at 1. snip snip at something that costs less than you expect |
| 26130 |
The celebrations will include fireworks and dancing. dancing the activity of moving your feet and your body in a pattern of movements that follows the sound of music |
| 26131 |
dancing classes dancing the activity of moving your feet and your body in a pattern of movements that follows the sound of music |
| 26132 |
She's remained physically fit and mentally alert. alert able to think in a clear and intelligent way |
| 26133 |
Parents must be alert to the symptoms of the disease. alert alert to paying attention to what is happening and ready to react quickly if necessary |
| 26134 |
Neighbours heard the car being broken into and alerted the police. alert to tell someone in authority about a danger or problem so that they can take action to deal with it |
| 26135 |
We will be assisting in alerting people to the dangers of cold weather. alert alert someone to something to tell someone about something that may affect them |
| 26136 |
Flood alerts were issued for dozens of rivers. alert a warning that something dangerous has happened or is going to happen |
| 26137 |
All our forces are on full alert. alert on (full) alert ready to take action to deal with a dangerous situation |
| 26138 |
Police warned residents to be on the alert for bogus salesmen. alert on the alert paying attention to what is happening and ready to react quickly if necessary |
| 26139 |
Hush! You'll wake the baby! hush used for telling someone to be quiet |
| 26140 |
Hush, sweetheart, it's OK now. hush used for trying to calm someone who is upset |
| 26141 |
She was gently hushing the baby. hush to stop talking, crying, or making a noise, or to make someone do this |
| 26142 |
They'll hush if you tell them a story. hush to stop talking, crying, or making a noise, or to make someone do this |
| 26143 |
Rebel forces have surrendered after three years of fighting. surrender to say officially that you have been defeated and will stop fighting |
| 26144 |
The gang leaders finally surrendered to the authorities. surrender surrender to to say officially that you have been defeated and will stop fighting |
| 26145 |
They offered to surrender the general to US troops. surrender surrender something someone to someone to give control over a place or person to someone who has defeated you |
| 26146 |
He voluntarily surrendered himself to state police. surrender surrender yourself to give control over a place or person to someone who has defeated you |
| 26147 |
Both sides will have to surrender their weapons. surrender to give something to someone in authority because you have to |
| 26148 |
The regions refused to surrender their powers to central government. surrender surrender something to someone to give something to someone in authority because you have to |
| 26149 |
She was ordered to surrender her passport. surrender to give a document to someone in authority who does not give it back to you |
| 26150 |
She surrendered to grief. surrender surrender to to allow yourself to show your feelings and to do what you really want to do |
| 26151 |
He surrendered himself to her kisses. surrender surrender yourself to allow yourself to show your feelings and to do what you really want to do |
| 26152 |
the surrender of the rebel gunmen surrender the act of saying officially that you have been defeated and will stop fighting |
| 26153 |
a declaration of unconditional surrender surrender the act of saying officially that you have been defeated and will stop fighting |
| 26154 |
the surrender of territories to the enemy surrender the act of giving up something to someone who has defeated you |
| 26155 |
the surrender of all the mother's rights over her child surrender the act of giving up something because someone in authority says you have to |
| 26156 |
his surrender to the power of her love surrender the act of allowing your feelings or another person to control you |
| 26157 |
The reports are preserved in the official archives. archive a collection of historical documents and records about a place, organization etc |
| 26158 |
It's a good idea to archive your files once a week. archive to collect and store computer files in an archive |
| 26159 |
moral philosophers philosopher someone who studies and tries to explain the meaning of things such as life, knowledge, or beliefs |
| 26160 |
a philosopher of science philosopher someone who studies and tries to explain the meaning of things such as life, knowledge, or beliefs |
| 26161 |
Parliament returns from its summer recess next week. recess a short time between periods of work in an official organization, especially a court or parliament |
| 26162 |
She reached into the darkest recesses of her handbag. recess the parts of something that you cannot see easily because they are hidden or dark |
| 26163 |
The Pope's visit sparked a religious revival in Cuba. revival the process of becoming active, successful, or popular again |
| 26164 |
the revival of interest in local radio revival the process of becoming active, successful, or popular again |
| 26165 |
a revival in the political fortunes of the Liberal Party revival a revival in of someone's fortunes (=an improvement in someone's situation) the process of becoming active, successful, or popular again |
| 26166 |
a revival of the hit musical Guys and Dolls revival a new performance of something that has not been performed for a long time, such as a play |
| 26167 |
I presume you've already ordered lunch. presume presume (that) to think that something is true because it is likely, although you cannot be certain |
| 26168 |
Ellen could only presume that he didn't care. presume to think that something is true because it is likely, although you cannot be certain |
| 26169 |
Everyone should be presumed innocent until proven guilty. presume to accept that something is true unless someone proves that it is not true |
| 26170 |
The book presumes some familiarity with the basic principles of particle physics. presume if one thing presumes another, the first thing is based on the belief that the other is true |
| 26171 |
Your argument presumes that everyone understands the issue. presume presume (that) if one thing presumes another, the first thing is based on the belief that the other is true |
| 26172 |
He would never presume to tell me what to do. presume presume to do something to act as though you have the right to behave in a particular way when you do not |
| 26173 |
The 21 sailors aboard are missing and presumed dead. presume presumed dead missing after an accident or in a war and therefore thought to be dead |
| 26174 |
a university somewhere in the vicinity of London vicinity in the vicinity of the area near a particular place |
| 26175 |
The present value is in the vicinity of 120,000. vicinity in the vicinity of used before a number to show that it is not exact |
| 26176 |
It's a fantastic view from up here, isn't it? fantastic extremely good or pleasant |
| 26177 |
You've done a fantastic job. fantastic extremely good or pleasant |
| 26178 |
He looked absolutely fantastic. fantastic extremely good or pleasant |
| 26179 |
'We're having another baby.' 'Fantastic!' fantastic extremely good or pleasant |
| 26180 |
You've all put in a fantastic amount of work. fantastic extremely large |
| 26181 |
Where do they get these fantastic ideas? fantastic not practical or sensible |
| 26182 |
fantastic creatures stories tales fantastic strange or imaginary |
| 26183 |
The key to a good interview is thorough preparation. thorough including everything that is possible or necessary |
| 26184 |
She has a thorough understanding of the business. thorough a thorough understanding knowledge including everything that is possible or necessary |
| 26185 |
a thorough and painstaking investigation by the police thorough a thorough investigation examination search including everything that is possible or necessary |
| 26186 |
The doctor was very thorough and asked lots of questions. thorough someone who is thorough does everything that they should and leaves nothing out |
| 26187 |
It's all a thorough nuisance. thorough complete: used for emphasizing how bad someone or something is |
| 26188 |
His decision to quit international football has shocked everyone. quit to leave a job or school permanently |
| 26189 |
She quit after only six months in the job. quit to leave a job or school permanently |
| 26190 |
He is quitting as manager of the England team. quit quit as to leave a job or school permanently |
| 26191 |
She drinks so much, she could never quit now. quit to stop doing something |
| 26192 |
Tell him to quit laughing at me. quit quit doing something to stop doing something |
| 26193 |
They encourage younger people to quit smoking. quit quit smoking to stop doing something |
| 26194 |
Their landlord has given them notice to quit. quit notice to quit (=an official order to leave a place within a certain time) to leave a place |
| 26195 |
a vegetarian diet cookbook restaurant vegetarian relating to or intended for vegetarians |
| 26196 |
the grim reality of unemployment grim grim news, situations, or events are unpleasant and make you feel upset and worried |
| 26197 |
The future looks pretty grim. grim grim news, situations, or events are unpleasant and make you feel upset and worried |
| 26198 |
The house was lonely and rather grim. grim a grim place is ugly and unpleasant |
| 26199 |
His face was set in a grim expression. grim very serious and unfriendly |
| 26200 |
'Exactly what I expected,' he said with grim satisfaction. grim angry and pleased about something at the same time |
| 26201 |
a grim determination to do God's will grim very determined to do something |
| 26202 |
The game was a bit grim. grim not very enjoyable, usually because it is of bad quality |
| 26203 |
I started to feel grim about an hour after lunch. grim ill |
| 26204 |
The report paints a grim picture of children's homes. grim paint draw present a grim picture to describe a situation in a way that shows how bad it is |
| 26205 |
adherents of Islam adherent a supporter of a set of ideas, an organization, or a person |
| 26206 |
The Pope's speech will be broadcast on all channels at 6.00 this evening. broadcast broadcast (something) on something to send out messages or programmes to be received by radios or televisions |
| 26207 |
The BBC will be broadcasting the match live from Paris. broadcast broadcast (something) live (=at the moment that it is happening) to send out messages or programmes to be received by radios or televisions |
| 26208 |
You don't have to broadcast my news to the whole world! broadcast to tell people something, especially something that you wanted to be a secret |
| 26209 |
a radio broadcast broadcast a programme that can be seen or heard on radio or television |
| 26210 |
Channel 5's main news broadcast broadcast a programme that can be seen or heard on radio or television |
| 26211 |
The interview is scheduled for broadcast on Tuesday. broadcast the process or action of broadcasting a programme |
| 26212 |
The President will make a special broadcast from the White House this evening. broadcast make give a broadcast the process or action of broadcasting a programme |
| 26213 |
I don't dislike her, but she just annoys me sometimes. annoy to make someone feel slightly angry or impatient |
| 26214 |
It annoyed her to think that she had trusted him. annoy to make someone feel slightly angry or impatient |
| 26215 |
It really annoys me when you don't listen to what I'm saying. annoy it annoys someone that when how etc to make someone feel slightly angry or impatient |
| 26216 |
a bald spot on the top of his head bald with little or no hair on your head |
| 26217 |
I started going bald in my twenties. bald go bald (=lose your hair) with little or no hair on your head |
| 26218 |
Police are trying to divert traffic away from the trouble spot. divert divert someone something from something to make something move or travel in a different direction |
| 26219 |
Cooper claims the council used the inquiry to divert attention from their financial problems. divert divert something from someone something to do something to take people's attention away from something that you do not want them to concentrate on or notice |
| 26220 |
In an emergency, staff will be diverted from less urgent tasks to help out. divert divert someone something from something to use something for a purpose that is different from its original or main purpose |
| 26221 |
Teachers called on the government to divert the extra money to schools. divert divert someone something to something to use something for a purpose that is different from its original or main purpose |
| 26222 |
The increased capital could greatly accelerate economic development. accelerate to happen or make something happen at a faster rate |
| 26223 |
The decline of her health seemed to suddenly accelerate. accelerate to happen or make something happen at a faster rate |
| 26224 |
Suddenly the van accelerated and shot forward. accelerate if a vehicle accelerates, it moves faster |
| 26225 |
We're only 10 miles away as the crow flies, but it's an hour's drive by road. crow as the crow flies in a straight line |
| 26226 |
She wiped the sweat off her forehead with a towel. sweat liquid that forms on your skin when you are hot |
| 26227 |
Jeff's T-shirt was soaked in sweat. sweat liquid that forms on your skin when you are hot |
| 26228 |
A lot of sweat went into making this project a success. sweat hard work |
| 26229 |
Agassi hardly had to break sweat to win the game. sweat break sweat to use a lot of energy or effort |
| 26230 |
'Have you got space for me in your car?' 'Yeah, no sweat.' sweat no sweat used for saying that you can easily do or deal with something |
| 26231 |
She could feel the palms of her hands sweating. sweat to produce liquid on the surface of your skin when you are hot, nervous, or ill |
| 26232 |
The actors sweated profusely under the spotlights. sweat sweat profusely (=sweat a lot) to produce liquid on the surface of your skin when you are hot, nervous, or ill |
| 26233 |
Don't tell him straight away – let him sweat for a while. sweat to feel very nervous or worried |
| 26234 |
There's no need to sweat all the details. sweat to worry too much about something in particular |
| 26235 |
You can't change the situation – you'll just have to sweat it out. sweat to wait for something that you are nervous or worried about to end |
| 26236 |
There were only two survivors of the plane crash. survivor someone or something that still exists after an event that could have killed or destroyed them |
| 26237 |
a breast cancer survivor survivor someone or something that still exists after an event that could have killed or destroyed them |
| 26238 |
He is the sole survivor of the 1935 winning team. survivor someone or something that still exists after every other member of a group has died or been destroyed |
| 26239 |
adult survivors of child abuse survivor someone who manages to continue a successful life despite very bad experiences |
| 26240 |
My grandmother was a real survivor. survivor someone who manages to continue a successful life despite very bad experiences |
| 26241 |
The ongoing violence has prolonged the suffering of our people. prolong to make something last longer |
| 26242 |
Most members pay their annual subscription by direct debit. subscription an amount of money that you pay regularly in order to be a member of an organization or a club |
| 26243 |
The publication is available only by subscription. subscription an arrangement by which people pay subscriptions |
| 26244 |
The Institute was built with the help of public subscriptions. subscription an agreement to pay an amount of money in order to help an organization or a project |
| 26245 |
The bomb threat was made by an anonymous caller. anonymous if someone is anonymous, no one knows their name |
| 26246 |
a witness who wished to remain anonymous anonymous if someone is anonymous, no one knows their name |
| 26247 |
an anonymous phone call letter anonymous used about something that is done, written etc by someone whose name is not known |
| 26248 |
After summarizing the main arguments, she asked us to vote. summarize to provide a short account of the most important facts or features of something |
| 26249 |
a school playground playground an area of land where children can play, especially at a school or in a park |
| 26250 |
Monaco is considered a playground for the rich and famous. playground a place where a particular group of people go to do things that they enjoy |
| 26251 |
Two men punched him, knocking him to the ground. punch to hit someone or something with your fist (=closed hand), usually as hard as you can |
| 26252 |
She punched her pillow angrily. punch to hit someone or something with your fist (=closed hand), usually as hard as you can |
| 26253 |
David punched a button on the television. punch to press a button or switch |
| 26254 |
She held out her ticket for the conductor to punch. punch to make a hole in something with a tool or machine |
| 26255 |
Bellamy landed a series of good punches. punch throw land a punch the action of hitting someone or something with your fist (=closed hand) |
| 26256 |
Nichols can't take a punch. punch can can't take a punch (=is difficult easy to hurt) the action of hitting someone or something with your fist (=closed hand) |
| 26257 |
a bowl of fruit punch punch a sweet drink made with fruit juice and usually alcohol |
| 26258 |
Many British films lack emotional punch. punch the emotional power of something such as a performance that affects how people feel |
| 26259 |
James did not pull any punches in his criticism of our work. punch not pull any your punches to express your feelings and opinions, especially criticism, very clearly |
| 26260 |
Being an actor isn't easy, but I've learnt to roll with the punches. punch roll with the punches to change the way you do things so that you are not seriously affected by difficulties you experience |
| 26261 |
An appeal has been lodged against the court's decision. lodge to formally make something such as a complaint or a claim |
| 26262 |
She lodged a complaint with the city council. lodge to formally make something such as a complaint or a claim |
| 26263 |
A piece of meat lodged in his throat. lodge to become firmly fixed somewhere, usually accidentally |
| 26264 |
The bullet is still lodged in her brain. lodge to become firmly fixed somewhere, usually accidentally |
| 26265 |
The money had been lodged with a Swiss bank. lodge to give something valuable to someone so that they can keep it safe |
| 26266 |
Sparrows pecked at a crust of bread. crust a crust of bread the hard brown outer part of a loaf of bread |
| 26267 |
Molten lava rose up from beneath the Earth's crust. crust the Earth's crust the thick outer surface of the Earth or another planet |
| 26268 |
I washed the crust of make-up from my face. crust a hard layer of a substance covering a softer substance or a liquid |
| 26269 |
decisions based on ignorance and prejudice ignorance lack of knowledge or facts about a situation or a particular subject |
| 26270 |
It would have been better to have remained in ignorance. ignorance lack of knowledge or facts about a situation or a particular subject |
| 26271 |
Ignorance of the law is no excuse. ignorance ignorance of lack of knowledge or facts about a situation or a particular subject |
| 26272 |
There is a lot of public ignorance about how the disease is spread. ignorance ignorance about lack of knowledge or facts about a situation or a particular subject |
| 26273 |
His comments showed his total ignorance of the situation. ignorance show betray ignorance lack of knowledge or facts about a situation or a particular subject |
| 26274 |
a discrepancy between estimated and actual spending discrepancy a difference between things that should be the same |
| 26275 |
There were some discrepancies in the statement he gave to police. discrepancy a difference between things that should be the same |
| 26276 |
measures to discourage the use of cars in cities discourage to try to prevent something from happening, especially because you do not approve of it or think it is harmful |
| 26277 |
We hope the bad weather won't discourage people from coming along. discourage discourage someone from doing something to try to prevent something from happening, especially because you do not approve of it or think it is harmful |
| 26278 |
What she said didn't discourage me. discourage to make someone feel less confident or hopeful |
| 26279 |
mathematical medical terminology terminology the words and phrases used in a particular business, science, or profession |
| 26280 |
The character of the lake has changed and the character of the surrounding area likewise. likewise in the same way, or in a similar way |
| 26281 |
'Have a good weekend.' 'Likewise.' likewise used for expressing the same thing that someone has just said to you |
| 26282 |
We are trying to keep the place clean and tidy, and we'd like you to do likewise. likewise do likewise do the same |
| 26283 |
thermal power thermal relating to or caused by heat |
| 26284 |
thermal energy thermal relating to or caused by heat |
| 26285 |
thermal underwear thermal thermal clothing is made of special material that keeps you warm |
| 26286 |
thermal springs thermal thermal water is heated by natural processes in the Earth |
| 26287 |
He was very depressed about losing his job. depressed depressed about if you are depressed, you feel very unhappy because of a difficult or unpleasant situation that you feel you cannot change |
| 26288 |
We were very depressed by the poor response from parents. depressed depressed by if you are depressed, you feel very unhappy because of a difficult or unpleasant situation that you feel you cannot change |
| 26289 |
I began to feel more and more depressed. depressed feel depressed if you are depressed, you feel very unhappy because of a difficult or unpleasant situation that you feel you cannot change |
| 26290 |
After she lost the baby, Ella became clinically depressed. depressed clinically depressed suffering from a medical condition in which you feel so unhappy that you cannot live a normal life |
| 26291 |
a slate limestone quarry quarry a place where stone is dug out of the ground. A place where coal or minerals are dug out of the ground is called a mine |
| 26292 |
Wolves often pursue their quarry for up to three miles before attacking them. quarry a person or animal that someone is trying to find or catch |
| 26293 |
The land here was quarried for limestone in the past. quarry to dig stone out of the ground |
| 26294 |
a pair of yellow socks sock a soft piece of clothing that you wear on your foot inside your shoe |
| 26295 |
The cast work their socks off to give the audience a great experience. sock work laugh run etc your socks off to do something with a lot of energy or effort |
| 26296 |
When it was her turn to speak, she stood up and socked it to them. sock sock it to someone to say or do something to someone in a very strong and direct way |
| 26297 |
two tiers of management tier one of several levels in an organization or system |
| 26298 |
the bottom tier of society tier one of several levels in an organization or system |
| 26299 |
a wedding cake with three tiers tier one of several rows or layers of something with each one at a different height |
| 26300 |
We need to protect the village from large-scale house building. large-scale involving a large number of people or things, or happening over a large area |
| 26301 |
The gang is believed to be involved in large-scale international drug trafficking. large-scale involving a large number of people or things, or happening over a large area |
| 26302 |
They glared at each other across the table. glare glare at to look at someone or something in a very angry way |
| 26303 |
The sun glared down, dazzling them. glare to shine with a very strong light that makes you feel uncomfortable |
| 26304 |
She gave me a furious glare. glare an angry look |
| 26305 |
You can put a filter in front of your computer screen to reduce glare. glare an unpleasant bright light that makes you feel uncomfortable |
| 26306 |
the glare of the midday sun glare an unpleasant bright light that makes you feel uncomfortable |
| 26307 |
Their relationship will be severely tested in the full glare of media publicity. glare the glare of publicity the media etc attention from newspapers and television, especially when you do not want it |
| 26308 |
The plane made a sudden descent. descent the act of moving down to a lower place or position |
| 26309 |
They're all of Irish descent. descent be of Irish Polish etc descent the origin of your parents or other older members of your family |
| 26310 |
My mother is German by descent. descent by descent the origin of your parents or other older members of your family |
| 26311 |
her gradual descent into alcoholism descent descent into to the process of gradually changing to a worse condition |
| 26312 |
my in-laws' descent upon us last Sunday descent a sudden and unpleasant visit or attack |
| 26313 |
Cheryl's horse stumbled, throwing her to the ground. stumble to fall or almost fall while you are walking or running |
| 26314 |
On his morning run, Derek stumbled over a fallen tree. stumble stumble over on etc to fall or almost fall while you are walking or running |
| 26315 |
She stumbled across the hall and felt for the light switch. stumble stumble through across etc to fall or almost fall while you are walking or running |
| 26316 |
Hundreds of refugees stumbled wearily along the road. stumble stumble along across into etc to move with difficulty and nearly fall because you are tired or ill |
| 26317 |
Children often stumble when reading aloud. stumble to make a mistake when you are speaking |
| 26318 |
He was embarrassed, stumbling over the words. stumble stumble over on to make a mistake when you are speaking |
| 26319 |
There are plenty of young rivals to take his place if he stumbles. stumble to make a mistake when you are trying to achieve something |
| 26320 |
Marcus was lying in the top bunk feeling seasick. bunk a narrow bed, often fixed to a wall |
| 26321 |
His dad did a bunk when he was three. bunk do a bunk to leave suddenly without telling anyone where you are going |
| 26322 |
Lee's been suspended for bunking off school. bunk bunk off to not go to school or work when you do not have a good reason for staying away |
| 26323 |
Helen is very much mistress of her own affairs. mistress mistress of a woman who is in control of a situation |
| 26324 |
I'll deal with this clown some other time. clown someone who is silly, stupid, or annoying |
| 26325 |
a time of national prosperity prosperity the situation of being successful and having a lot of money |
| 26326 |
foreign policy formulation formulation the development of a plan, system, or proposal |
| 26327 |
the formulation of new guidelines for more efficient use of fuel formulation formulation of the development of a plan, system, or proposal |
| 26328 |
atomic power energy atomic relating to or using the energy that is produced by splitting atoms (=breaking them apart) |
| 26329 |
I haven't been swimming in donkey's years. donkey donkey's years an extremely long time |
| 26330 |
Her husband failed to pay her the agreed sum of money. agreed an agreed price, limit, date etc is one that people have talked about and accepted |
| 26331 |
We waited for a knock, which was the agreed signal. agreed an agreed price, limit, date etc is one that people have talked about and accepted |
| 26332 |
There is no generally agreed definition of this term. agreed generally mutually nationally agreed an agreed price, limit, date etc is one that people have talked about and accepted |
| 26333 |
Are we all agreed on where we're going? agreed agreed on if people are agreed, they all agree about what to do |
| 26334 |
I knew that it was a wicked thing to do. wicked morally wrong and deliberately intending to hurt people |
| 26335 |
They have a love of power that makes them really wicked. wicked morally wrong and deliberately intending to hurt people |
| 26336 |
a wicked joke sense of humour wicked slightly cruel but not intending to upset people |
| 26337 |
a wicked laugh smile wicked expressing a slightly cruel type of enjoyment |
| 26338 |
a wicked waste shame wicked used for emphasizing how bad something is |
| 26339 |
In retrospect, we should never have allowed that to happen. retrospect in retrospect considering something that happened in the past, using knowledge or information that you did not have at that time |
| 26340 |
The company's turnover is well below the threshold for VAT registration. threshold above below a threshold a limit at which an arrangement changes. For example a tax threshold is the level of income or profit at which you start to pay a tax |
| 26341 |
changes that take place below the threshold of human perception threshold a level at which something happens. For example, your hearing threshold is the level of sound that you can hear, and your pain threshold is the level of pain that you can feel without suffering or complaining |
| 26342 |
Men were not allowed to cross the threshold. threshold the floor at the entrance to a room or building |
| 26343 |
young people on the threshold of their careers threshold on the threshold of something starting a new stage in your life, or having a new experience |
| 26344 |
The government is eager not to upset the powerful farming lobby. lobby an organized group of people who represent a particular area of business or society and try to influence politicians |
| 26345 |
a transport lobby group lobby an organized group of people who represent a particular area of business or society and try to influence politicians |
| 26346 |
Pensioners took part in a mass lobby of parliament. lobby an action such as a protest or meeting which is intended to influence politicians |
| 26347 |
Our organization is lobbying for tougher laws to control toxic waste. lobby lobby for to try to influence politicians or people in authority on a particular subject |
| 26348 |
Motorists lobbied the government to take action on petrol prices. lobby lobby someone to do something to try to influence politicians or people in authority on a particular subject |
| 26349 |
The loan must be repaid in full. repay to give someone money that you have borrowed from them |
| 26350 |
When do you think you will be able to repay us? repay to give someone money that you have borrowed from them |
| 26351 |
How will I ever be able to repay you? repay to reward someone who has helped you or been kind to you |
| 26352 |
They would find a way of repaying the family's kindness. repay to reward someone who has helped you or been kind to you |
| 26353 |
We'll never be able to repay you for everything you've done for us. repay repay someone for something to reward someone who has helped you or been kind to you |
| 26354 |
She had tried to be a good wife, and he repaid her by cheating on her. repay used for saying that someone is behaving in a way that shows they are not grateful for your help, kindness, or love |
| 26355 |
It's a fascinating museum, and certainly repays a visit. repay to be worth the time or effort needed to do something |
| 26356 |
staff members with varying levels of experience varying not all the same |
| 26357 |
Attempts have been made to help, with varying degrees of success. varying with varying degrees of success enthusiasm concern etc not all the same |
| 26358 |
The Creole is spoken to varying degrees by young white people. varying to in varying degrees not all the same |
| 26359 |
a tolerant society tolerant willing to accept someone else's beliefs, way of life etc without criticizing them, even if you disagree with them |
| 26360 |
Perhaps you need to be more tolerant of your neighbours. tolerant tolerant of willing to accept someone else's beliefs, way of life etc without criticizing them, even if you disagree with them |
| 26361 |
plants that are tolerant of dry sandy soil tolerant tolerant of if plants or animals are tolerant of particular conditions, they are able to exist in those conditions |
| 26362 |
She crawled across the floor, her eyes stinging from the smoke. crawl to move along the ground on your hands and knees or with your body close to the ground |
| 26363 |
They crawled through the tunnel. crawl to move along the ground on your hands and knees or with your body close to the ground |
| 26364 |
She is just learning to crawl. crawl when a baby crawls, it moves forwards on its hands and knees |
| 26365 |
Ants were crawling over the cheese. crawl if an insect crawls, it moves forwards using its legs |
| 26366 |
Cars and lorries crawled along the main road. crawl if a vehicle crawls, it moves forwards very slowly |
| 26367 |
I was so tired I just wanted to crawl into bed. crawl if a person crawls somewhere, they move there very slowly or with difficulty |
| 26368 |
The weeks crawled by until we could meet again. crawl if time crawls by, it seems to pass very slowly |
| 26369 |
The way you crawl to them makes me sick. crawl crawl to to try extremely hard to please someone, in order to gain an advantage, in a way that makes other people not respect you |
| 26370 |
I'd rather die than go crawling back to him. crawl to try extremely hard to please someone, in order to gain an advantage, in a way that makes other people not respect you |
| 26371 |
The traffic had slowed to a crawl. crawl a very slow speed at which a vehicle moves forwards |
| 26372 |
Rude behaviour will no longer be tolerated. tolerate to allow someone to do something that you do not like or approve of |
| 26373 |
He won't tolerate anyone questioning his decisions. tolerate tolerate someone doing something to allow someone to do something that you do not like or approve of |
| 26374 |
They have tolerated poor working conditions for too long. tolerate to accept something unpleasant without becoming impatient or angry |
| 26375 |
Most of her visitors she merely tolerated, and they knew it. tolerate to accept someone without welcoming them or liking them |
| 26376 |
During the divorce, work was my salvation. salvation something or someone that helps someone in a bad or dangerous situation |
| 26377 |
the salvation of homeless teenagers salvation the act of saving someone or something from a bad situation |
| 26378 |
a sponge pudding pudding a soft sweet food that you eat at the end of a meal |
| 26379 |
What's for pudding? pudding the last part of a meal when you eat sweet food |
| 26380 |
News reports portray the situation as dire. dire very severe or serious |
| 26381 |
Refugees are arriving in dire need of food and medical attention. dire in dire need very severe or serious |
| 26382 |
The farming industry in this country is in extremely dire straits. dire in dire straits (=in a very bad situation) very severe or serious |
| 26383 |
The newspapers have all issued dire warnings about the consequences of failure for the government. dire a dire warning threat prediction saying that something very bad is going to happen |
| 26384 |
The hotel we stayed in was dire. dire of a very low standard |
| 26385 |
a piece of anti-government propaganda propaganda information, especially false information, that a government or organization spreads in order to influence people's opinions and beliefs |
| 26386 |
a propaganda campaign war exercise propaganda information, especially false information, that a government or organization spreads in order to influence people's opinions and beliefs |
| 26387 |
The film was later used for propaganda purposes. propaganda information, especially false information, that a government or organization spreads in order to influence people's opinions and beliefs |
| 26388 |
propagandist literature propaganda |
| 26389 |
a propagandist for the far right propaganda |
| 26390 |
Most other cities cannot rival Hollywood for glamour. glamour a special quality that makes a person, place, or situation seem very exciting, attractive, or fashionable |
| 26391 |
Her presence adds a touch of glamour to the government team. glamour a special quality that makes a person, place, or situation seem very exciting, attractive, or fashionable |
| 26392 |
Working for the airline suddenly lost its glamour. glamour something loses its glamour a special quality that makes a person, place, or situation seem very exciting, attractive, or fashionable |
| 26393 |
the glamour spots of Madrid glamour having glamour |
| 26394 |
The former president offered himself as a broker for peace in the region. broker someone who arranges an agreement |
| 26395 |
The new deal has been brokered by the UN. broker to arrange the details of a deal, plan etc so that everyone can agree to it |
| 26396 |
I regret the incident and am deeply ashamed and embarrassed. ashamed feeling guilty or embarrassed because you have done something wrong, or think that you have not reached a standard that people expect |
| 26397 |
He's extremely ashamed of his behaviour last night. ashamed ashamed of feeling guilty or embarrassed because you have done something wrong, or think that you have not reached a standard that people expect |
| 26398 |
You ought to be ashamed of yourself, using that kind of language! ashamed ashamed of yourself feeling guilty or embarrassed because you have done something wrong, or think that you have not reached a standard that people expect |
| 26399 |
I felt ashamed that I hadn't visited her more often. ashamed ashamed (that) feeling guilty or embarrassed because you have done something wrong, or think that you have not reached a standard that people expect |
| 26400 |
I'm ashamed of you – lying to your teacher! ashamed to feel disappointed and upset by someone's behaviour |
| 26401 |
I could tell they were ashamed of me. ashamed to feel embarrassed because you are related to someone or connected with them |
| 26402 |
He was ashamed to tell his family what had happened. ashamed be ashamed to do something to fail to do something, or not want to do it, because it would make you feel guilty or embarrassed |
| 26403 |
I'm ashamed to admit that I've never read any of her work. ashamed I'm ashamed to say admit used for admitting something that you think people might be surprised or disappointed about |
| 26404 |
Being poor is nothing to be ashamed of. ashamed nothing to be ashamed of used for telling someone that they should not feel ashamed |
| 26405 |
We get this apparent paradox of people migrating to an area that has very high unemployment. paradox a person, thing, or situation that is strange because they have features or qualities that do not normally exist together |
| 26406 |
He scanned her face but there were no signs of emotion. scan to look at something very carefully, because you hope or expect to see a particular person or thing |
| 26407 |
Ella scanned the crowd for any sign of Geoff. scan scan something for someone something to look at something very carefully, because you hope or expect to see a particular person or thing |
| 26408 |
The pilot was anxiously scanning the sky for other air traffic. scan anxiously eagerly scan something to look at something very carefully, because you hope or expect to see a particular person or thing |
| 26409 |
Merrill opened the letter, scanned it briefly, and threw it away. scan to read something very quickly, in order to get a general idea of its meaning or to find particular information |
| 26410 |
Tony scanned through the television programmes in the local newspaper. scan to read something very quickly, in order to get a general idea of its meaning or to find particular information |
| 26411 |
She scanned the paper for any news of them. scan scan something for something to read something very quickly, in order to get a general idea of its meaning or to find particular information |
| 26412 |
A program is supplied which scans for viruses and removes them. scan if a machine or computer program scans something, it examines it in order to look for a particular thing |
| 26413 |
Every fifty metres there was a camera scanning the road. scan if a machine or computer program scans something, it examines it in order to look for a particular thing |
| 26414 |
The spacecraft scans the Earth's oceans with radar instruments. scan to examine an area using sonar or radar equipment in order to find objects in it |
| 26415 |
You can use photographs and then scan them onto your computer. scan to use a piece of equipment to read and store information in digital form |
| 26416 |
His job was to scan barcodes in the store. scan to use a piece of equipment to read and store information in digital form |
| 26417 |
You can scan in a photograph of your home. scan scan in something (=scan something and store it in your computer) to use a piece of equipment to read and store information in digital form |
| 26418 |
Documents are scanned into a computer and then converted to electronic form. scan scan something into something to use a piece of equipment to read and store information in digital form |
| 26419 |
A printer that can fax, scan, and copy saves space. scan if a piece of equipment scans a document, photograph etc, it changes it into a form that can be stored in a computer |
| 26420 |
In one test, the subjects' brains were scanned while they read to themselves. scan to use a piece of equipment to produce a picture of the inside of a part of your body |
| 26421 |
He waited while the X-ray machine scanned his luggage. scan to use a piece of equipment to produce a picture of the inside of an object |
| 26422 |
These are poems that neither rhyme nor scan. scan if poetry scans, it has a regular rhythm (=pattern of beats) |
| 26423 |
a brain scan scan a medical test that uses a special piece of equipment to produce a picture of the inside of your body |
| 26424 |
a quick scan of the morning post scan an act of reading something very quickly, in order to get a general idea of its meaning or to find particular information |
| 26425 |
They were setting up the apparatus for the experiment. apparatus the machines, tools, and equipment needed for doing something, especially something technical or scientific |
| 26426 |
breathing apparatus apparatus the machines, tools, and equipment needed for doing something, especially something technical or scientific |
| 26427 |
changes within the administrative apparatus of the ruling party apparatus the people and organizations involved in some aspect of government |
| 26428 |
Cocktails and after-dinner brandies are strictly taboo. taboo not accepted as correct |
| 26429 |
He studied theology in Vienna for three years. theology the study of God and religion |
| 26430 |
Catholic Islamic theology theology a set of religious beliefs |
| 26431 |
He uses the analogy of the family to explain the role of the state. analogy a comparison between two situations, processes etc that is intended to show that the two are similar |
| 26432 |
Our manager is fond of drawing analogies between business and football. analogy draw an analogy (=make an analogy) a comparison between two situations, processes etc that is intended to show that the two are similar |
| 26433 |
an arrogant look remark manner arrogant someone who is arrogant thinks they are better or more important than other people and behaves in a way that is rude and too confident |
| 26434 |
his arrogant disregard for other people's opinions arrogant someone who is arrogant thinks they are better or more important than other people and behaves in a way that is rude and too confident |
| 26435 |
How arrogant of her to say that. arrogant someone who is arrogant thinks they are better or more important than other people and behaves in a way that is rude and too confident |
| 26436 |
We needed to mow the lawn. mow to cut grass using a machine or tool with blades |
| 26437 |
He complained bitterly that no one had bothered to ask his opinion. bitterly in a way that shows that you are extremely angry, upset, or disappointed about something |
| 26438 |
Many people are bitterly opposed to the idea. bitterly in a determined and angry way |
| 26439 |
Parliament is bitterly divided on this issue. bitterly in a determined and angry way |
| 26440 |
a bitterly cold wind bitterly bitterly cold extremely cold |
| 26441 |
The teacher may need to concentrate on the poor performers. performer someone who does something with a particular amount of success |
| 26442 |
He was one of the team's star performers. performer star top performer someone who does something with a particular amount of success |
| 26443 |
This company was the worst performer. performer a company or product that is successful or unsuccessful in comparison with others |
| 26444 |
The mayor has been meeting with city council members individually. individually as a separate person rather than as part of a group |
| 26445 |
Banks and shops closed yesterday amid growing fears of violence. amid if something happens amid particular feelings or events, it happens while people have these feelings or while these events are happening |
| 26446 |
The minister resigned amid accusations of bribery and corruption. amid if something happens amid particular feelings or events, it happens while people have these feelings or while these events are happening |
| 26447 |
Norman stepped on to the stage amid tumultuous applause. amid if something happens amid noise, shouting, laughter etc, it happens while there is a lot of noise etc all around |
| 26448 |
It's impossible to make inferences from such a small sample. inference inference from an opinion that you form about something that is based on information you already have |
| 26449 |
It's a reasonable inference that he would have told someone about his plans. inference inference that an opinion that you form about something that is based on information you already have |
| 26450 |
They hope to draw inferences about how information is organized in a person's memory. inference make draw inferences an opinion that you form about something that is based on information you already have |
| 26451 |
a squadron of fighter aircraft squadron a particular section of the armed forces, especially of the air force |
| 26452 |
His party had encouraged nationalist sentiment. sentiment a belief or an attitude towards something |
| 26453 |
I had considerable sympathy with the sentiments expressed in his letter. sentiment a belief or an attitude towards something |
| 26454 |
The proposals take no account of popular sentiment. sentiment popular sentiment (=beliefs or attitudes that most people have) a belief or an attitude towards something |
| 26455 |
I never throw anything away, partly out of sentiment. sentiment feelings of sympathy, sadness, or love that may seem silly or too much |
| 26456 |
a new system of policy making making the activity, process, or business of creating or producing something |
| 26457 |
Years of research went into the making of the model. making the activity, process, or business of creating or producing something |
| 26458 |
That role was the making of him. making be the making of to make someone or something succeed or improve very much |
| 26459 |
I believe you have the makings of a great artist. making have the makings of to be likely to become a particular type of person or thing because of having the necessary qualities for it |
| 26460 |
We are witnessing a piece of history in the making. making in the making in the process of being created or produced |
| 26461 |
This mess is of the government's own making. making of your own making caused by your own actions |
| 26462 |
dancers wearing exotic costumes exotic interesting or exciting because of being unusual or not familiar |
| 26463 |
exotic fruits exotic used for describing things that are interesting or exciting because they are in or from distant foreign countries |
| 26464 |
They're always flying off to film in exotic locations. exotic used for describing things that are interesting or exciting because they are in or from distant foreign countries |
| 26465 |
We have been collaborating closely with teachers in devising the lesson plans. collaborate collaborate with to work with someone in order to produce something |
| 26466 |
She directed the film and collaborated with Goldman on the script. collaborate collaborate in on to work with someone in order to produce something |
| 26467 |
He still denies that he collaborated with the Nazis. collaborate collaborate with to work secretly to help an enemy or opponent |
| 26468 |
the party's growing dominance in the north of the country dominance a situation in which one person or thing has more influence or power than any other |
| 26469 |
With this victory, the team has maintained its dominance of European football. dominance dominance of a situation in which one person or thing has more influence or power than any other |
| 26470 |
The males try to establish dominance over their rivals. dominance dominance over a situation in which one person or thing has more influence or power than any other |
| 26471 |
The company will be taking drastic measures to reduce its debt. drastic a drastic action or change has a very big effect |
| 26472 |
The writer presents this complex character as a coherent whole. coherent in which all the different parts fit together in a sensible or pleasing way |
| 26473 |
cane chairs cane the stems of some plants dried and woven together to make furniture |
| 26474 |
the placement of children for adoption placement the process of finding someone a place where they can live, work, or study |
| 26475 |
job placement schemes placement the process of finding someone a place where they can live, work, or study |
| 26476 |
Our first concern is to find placements for abandoned children. placement a place where someone goes to live, study, or work |
| 26477 |
a three-month placement with the BBC placement a temporary job that is part of a course of study and that gives you experience of the work you hope to do at the end of the course. The American word is internship |
| 26478 |
The third term is spent on placement in hotel or tourism companies. placement a temporary job that is part of a course of study and that gives you experience of the work you hope to do at the end of the course. The American word is internship |
| 26479 |
He flicked a speck of cigarette ash off his sleeve. flick to make something move quickly and suddenly, especially with a quick movement of the hand |
| 26480 |
She flicked back her long dark hair. flick flick something over across at into back down etc to make something move quickly and suddenly, especially with a quick movement of the hand |
| 26481 |
Martin flicked the ball at the goalpost. flick to make something move quickly and suddenly, especially with a quick movement of the hand |
| 26482 |
He flicked open the file in front of him. flick flick something open to make something move quickly and suddenly, especially with a quick movement of the hand |
| 26483 |
A branch flicked across her face. flick flick over across etc to move quickly and suddenly |
| 26484 |
The figures on the clock flicked to 5:36. flick to move quickly and suddenly |
| 26485 |
He flicked on the car radio. flick flick something on off to move a switch in order to turn something such as a light or machine on or off |
| 26486 |
Linda's eyes flicked across the map. flick to look at someone or something quickly |
| 26487 |
She flicked a glance at the door. flick to look at someone or something quickly |
| 26488 |
He dealt the cards with a flick of his wrist. flick flick of a sudden quick movement |
| 26489 |
a seventies crime flick flick a film |
| 26490 |
The vehicle operates either on natural gas or petrol, which can be chosen at the flick of a switch. flick at the flick of a switch quickly and easily, especially by using a computer |
| 26491 |
colourful Mexican rugs colourful something that is colourful has bright colours or a lot of different colours |
| 26492 |
a family of eccentric and colourful characters colourful interesting, exciting, and sometimes funny |
| 26493 |
He had a colourful past. colourful involving exciting, but slightly shocking or illegal activities |
| 26494 |
colourfully dressed dancers colourful |
| 26495 |
In this state, with hundreds on death row, mercy is a rare commodity. mercy the act of forgiving someone or not treating them severely, especially someone who you have the authority to punish |
| 26496 |
The courts are expected to show them mercy in these situations. mercy show someone mercy (=behave with mercy towards them) the act of forgiving someone or not treating them severely, especially someone who you have the authority to punish |
| 26497 |
She got on her knees and begged for mercy. mercy beg plead pray for mercy the act of forgiving someone or not treating them severely, especially someone who you have the authority to punish |
| 26498 |
Workers are entirely at the mercy of dishonest employers. mercy at the mercy of in a situation that is controlled by someone or something with the power to harm you |
| 26499 |
We were left to the tender mercies of the local police. mercy leave someone to the (tender) mercies of to put someone into a situation where they could be treated in a strict or unfair way by someone or something |
| 26500 |
What a mercy it is that the police arrived when they did. mercy what a mercy used for saying that it is lucky that a situation is not as bad as it could have been |
| 26501 |
Her stories never fail to amuse me. amuse to do or say something that other people think is funny or entertaining |
| 26502 |
We need something that will amuse a 10-year-old for an afternoon. amuse to keep someone interested or entertained, so that they do not get bored |
| 26503 |
Don't rush – we can find something to amuse ourselves with until you get here. amuse amuse yourself to keep someone interested or entertained, so that they do not get bored |
| 26504 |
These children have all been excluded from mainstream schools. mainstream considered ordinary or normal and accepted or used by most people |
| 26505 |
mainstream parties churches mainstream considered ordinary or normal and accepted or used by most people |
| 26506 |
a critical appraisal of the government's economic strategy appraisal an opinion about how successful, effective etc someone or something is |
| 26507 |
The directory is published annually. annually once every year |
| 26508 |
Get your paws off that biscuit! paw a person's hand |
| 26509 |
Rick's cat pawed at the door. paw paw at if an animal paws something, it touches it several times with its foot |
| 26510 |
Don't shine your torch straight into my eyes! torch a small electric light operated by batteries that you hold in your hand. The American word is flashlight |
| 26511 |
Our country must carry the torch of freedom and toleration. torch carry the torch to lead people in supporting an idea, especially in politics |
| 26512 |
The torch has been passed to the new generation. torch pass (on) the torch to someone to let someone else do the work that you were doing or support the ideas that you supported |
| 26513 |
Only intimate friends were invited to their wedding. intimate an intimate friend is someone who you know very well and like very much |
| 26514 |
The magazine published intimate details of their affair. intimate relating to very private or personal things |
| 26515 |
It's a small hotel with an intimate atmosphere. intimate an intimate place or situation is private and friendly and makes you feel relaxed and comfortable |
| 26516 |
intimate contact intimate relating to sex or to a sexual relationship |
| 26517 |
Island communities commonly feel an intimate connection with the sea and with seafarers. intimate an intimate connection between two things is a very close connection between them |
| 26518 |
She denies they were ever intimate. intimate be intimate with someone to have sex with someone |
| 26519 |
The brothers have an intimate knowledge of the inner workings of the regime. intimate intimate knowledge of something detailed knowledge of something |
| 26520 |
Do you know her intimately? intimate |
| 26521 |
These two problems are intimately connected. intimate |
| 26522 |
He intimated that he intends to leave. intimate intimate that to tell people something in an indirect way |
| 26523 |
an arbitrary decision arbitrary not based on any particular plan, or not done for any particular reason |
| 26524 |
The selection of the 100 participants was completely arbitrary. arbitrary not based on any particular plan, or not done for any particular reason |
| 26525 |
This is a country where arbitrary arrests are commonplace. arbitrary used about actions that are considered to be unfair |
| 26526 |
Who's the comedian who took my drink? comedian someone who says or does something that you do not think is funny |
| 26527 |
an organization devoted to the preservation of historic buildings preservation preservation of the process of working to protect something valuable so that it is not damaged or destroyed |
| 26528 |
Preservation of the environment is vital. preservation the process of working to protect something valuable so that it is not damaged or destroyed |
| 26529 |
a preservation society group project preservation involved in preservation |
| 26530 |
the Jersey Wildlife Preservation Trust preservation involved in preservation |
| 26531 |
the preservation of peace public order preservation preservation of the process of trying to make a situation or state continue without changing |
| 26532 |
improved methods of food preservation preservation the addition of a chemical substance to food or wood in order to prevent it from decaying |
| 26533 |
The carvings are in a poor state of preservation. preservation state of preservation the degree to which something has not been changed by the effects of time or weather |
| 26534 |
Archie was shy and awkward. shy nervous and embarrassed in the company of other people, especially people who you do not know |
| 26535 |
I'd love to meet her but I'm too shy to introduce myself. shy nervous and embarrassed in the company of other people, especially people who you do not know |
| 26536 |
a shy grin shy shy behaviour shows that someone is nervous or not confident |
| 26537 |
He gave Joanna a quick shy glance. shy shy behaviour shows that someone is nervous or not confident |
| 26538 |
He is very shy about singing in public. shy shy about of not willing to do or be involved in something because it makes you feel nervous or embarrassed |
| 26539 |
They scored just shy of 100 goals last year. shy shy of something slightly less than, slightly earlier than, or a short distance from something |
| 26540 |
I called him only two minutes shy of midnight. shy shy of something slightly less than, slightly earlier than, or a short distance from something |
| 26541 |
Kevin and Ashley smiled shyly at each other. shy |
| 26542 |
Consumer groups are pushing for full disclosure of product ingredients. disclosure disclosure of the process of giving information to people, especially information that was secret |
| 26543 |
a series of disclosures that almost wrecked his career disclosure a piece of information that was previously secret |
| 26544 |
pillows edged with lace lace light delicate cloth with patterns of small holes in it |
| 26545 |
a lace collar lace light delicate cloth with patterns of small holes in it |
| 26546 |
Your laces are undone. lace a thick piece of string used for tying shoes or boots |
| 26547 |
Has he learned to lace his shoes? lace to tie your shoes, or to fasten something with a lace |
| 26548 |
coffee laced with brandy lace be laced with something to put a small amount of strong alcohol, a drug, or poison into a drink or food, sometimes secretly |
| 26549 |
Each scene is laced with romantic interest. lace be laced with something to add a small amount of a particular quality to all parts of something |
| 26550 |
a nuclear bunker bunker a room or set of rooms with very strong walls, built underground as a shelter against bombs |
| 26551 |
He was frustrated by his inability to control the ball. inability inability to do something the fact of not being able to do something |
| 26552 |
the stomach's inability to cope with certain foods inability the fact of not being able to do something |
| 26553 |
wallpaper with a pink floral motif motif a shape or pattern that is repeated in a design or decoration |
| 26554 |
bold patterns based upon cultural themes and motifs motif a shape or pattern that is repeated in a design or decoration |
| 26555 |
The show attracted over 3 million listeners in its first week. listener someone who listens to the radio, or to a particular radio programme or radio station |
| 26556 |
50 per cent of listeners to Radio 1 are aged between 15 and 25. listener someone who listens to the radio, or to a particular radio programme or radio station |
| 26557 |
The best doctors are also good listeners. listener a good listener someone who listens to a person speaking |
| 26558 |
a long rectangular table rectangular with the shape of a rectangle |
| 26559 |
This sauce is delicious with fish or vegetables. delicious with a very pleasant taste or smell |
| 26560 |
The fruit tasted delicious. delicious with a very pleasant taste or smell |
| 26561 |
The cheese is soft and white and quite delicious. delicious quite absolutely simply delicious with a very pleasant taste or smell |
| 26562 |
She felt a delicious floating sensation. delicious very pleasant or enjoyable |
| 26563 |
a deliciously creamy dessert delicious |
| 26564 |
The breeze was deliciously cool. delicious |
| 26565 |
the Pacific Coast Highway highway a wide road built for fast travel between towns and cities |
| 26566 |
He was charged with obstructing the public highway. highway a road or street |
| 26567 |
highway maintenance highway a road or street |
| 26568 |
the highways and byways of folk music highway all the different aspects of something |
| 26569 |
Firefighters were called to a blaze at a warehouse yesterday. blaze a large fire that causes a lot of damage, especially when a building is burning |
| 26570 |
He put on more firewood to get a good blaze going. blaze a small fire that burns strongly and brightly |
| 26571 |
a blaze of colour light sunshine blaze blaze of a strong bright light or area of colour |
| 26572 |
Naturally, their divorce took place amid a blaze of publicity. blaze a blaze of publicity glory a lot of attention and excitement from the public and from newspapers, television etc |
| 26573 |
A log fire blazed in the grate. blaze to burn strongly and brightly |
| 26574 |
The following morning the building was still blazing. blaze to burn strongly and brightly |
| 26575 |
The afternoon sun blazed down on us as we walked. blaze blaze down if the sun blazes, it is very bright and hot |
| 26576 |
A car roared towards them, its headlights blazing. blaze to shine very brightly |
| 26577 |
She smiled, but her cheeks blazed red. blaze to show a very bright colour |
| 26578 |
Every corner of the gardens blazed with colour. blaze blaze with to show a very bright colour |
| 26579 |
Her eyes blazed with fury. blaze blaze with if someone's eyes blaze, they show a sudden strong emotion, especially anger |
| 26580 |
The artillery blazed without a pause throughout the battle. blaze if guns blaze or blaze away, they continue firing for a long time |
| 26581 |
a great pioneer who blazed a trail for others to follow blaze blaze a trail to be the first to do something new and important |
| 26582 |
I hauled my luggage to the nearest hotel. haul haul someone something to up into etc to pull or carry something heavy from one place to another with a lot of effort |
| 26583 |
Rescue workers attached the men to ropes before hauling them to safety. haul to pull or carry something heavy from one place to another with a lot of effort |
| 26584 |
He grasped Judy's arm and hauled her to her feet. haul haul someone up into to etc to change someone's position by pulling them |
| 26585 |
I hauled myself up into the attic and looked around. haul haul yourself up into onto etc to move somewhere using a lot of effort, especially by pulling |
| 26586 |
He was hauled before the Scottish Football Association. haul haul before to make someone appear before a court or other authority because they are accused of doing something wrong |
| 26587 |
Their latest win hauled them into fourth position. haul haul someone up out of into etc to succeed in reaching a higher position using a lot of effort |
| 26588 |
Officials found the cocaine haul hidden in the wheels of the truck. haul a large amount of something illegal such as drugs or weapons that is found by the police |
| 26589 |
The thieves escaped with a haul of antiques worth over 3 million. haul an amount of things that are stolen at the same time |
| 26590 |
Ross is on his way to a haul of four gold medals. haul the number of points, wins, or successes that someone gets |
| 26591 |
My tan is fading. tan a suntan |
| 26592 |
a golden deep tan tan a suntan |
| 26593 |
What do you think of tan for the walls? tan a light brown colour |
| 26594 |
a tan suit tan light brown in colour |
| 26595 |
Over the years, I had accumulated hundreds of books. accumulate to get more and more of something over a period of time |
| 26596 |
Medical evidence for the benefits of the procedure has been accumulating. accumulate to increase in quantity over a period of time |
| 26597 |
The company's share price is unchanged at 66.5p. unchanged remaining the same |
| 26598 |
'Wow!' Bill exclaimed. 'You look beautiful!' exclaim to say something suddenly and loudly, especially because you are surprised, impressed, angry etc |
| 26599 |
She exclaimed in horror when she saw me. exclaim to say something suddenly and loudly, especially because you are surprised, impressed, angry etc |
| 26600 |
The news was a spur to the government to cut income tax. spur something that encourages someone to do something |
| 26601 |
I decided on the spur of the moment to invite him. spur on the spur of the moment if you do something on the spur of the moment, you do it suddenly and do not take time to plan it or think carefully about it |
| 26602 |
The thought of failing my exams spurred me into action. spur to encourage someone to do something |
| 26603 |
His comments spurred me on to success. spur to encourage someone to do something |
| 26604 |
A surplus of oil has spurred a drop in prices. spur to cause something to happen |
| 26605 |
a psychiatric unit psychiatric connected with the treatment of mental illness |
| 26606 |
psychiatric nursing disorders psychiatric connected with the treatment of mental illness |
| 26607 |
psychiatric disorders problems psychiatric involving mental illness |
| 26608 |
the victims of oppression oppression unfair and cruel treatment by a powerful person or government |
| 26609 |
There is a delightful little garden behind the house. delightful very pleasant or attractive |
| 26610 |
She was a delightful companion. delightful very pleasant or attractive |
| 26611 |
It's a delightfully witty and perceptive description. delightful |
| 26612 |
The reports are treated as strictly confidential. confidential strictly highly confidential confidential documents or information must be kept secret |
| 26613 |
His confidential manner led me to expect important news. confidential showing that what you are going to say must be kept secret |
| 26614 |
It's the sort of surface that paint doesn't adhere to very well. adhere adhere to to stick to something |
| 26615 |
How many calories are there in a slice of chocolate cake? calorie a unit for measuring how much energy you get from food. People who are worried about getting fat pay a lot of attention to the number of calories in their food |
| 26616 |
a calorie-controlled diet calorie a unit for measuring how much energy you get from food. People who are worried about getting fat pay a lot of attention to the number of calories in their food |
| 26617 |
Counting calories is a way of life for most of Hollywood's stars. calorie count calories a unit for measuring how much energy you get from food. People who are worried about getting fat pay a lot of attention to the number of calories in their food |
| 26618 |
Alberton is located in Johannesburg's eastern outskirts. outskirts the areas of a town or city that are furthest away from the centre |
| 26619 |
a park on the outskirts of Edinburgh outskirts on the outskirts of the areas of a town or city that are furthest away from the centre |
| 26620 |
the aggregate value of all shares purchased aggregate total |
| 26621 |
an increase in aggregate demand for the fourth quarter aggregate aggregate demand supply used for describing the total amount of something in a country's economy |
| 26622 |
The charity received gifts, which in aggregate did not exceed 40,000. aggregate in (the) aggregate the total of several things or numbers |
| 26623 |
Liverpool won 11–2 on aggregate. aggregate on aggregate the total scored in a set of games |
| 26624 |
Sophie was awarded a scholarship to attend Boston University. scholarship award someone a scholarship an amount of money that an organization gives to someone so that they can study at a particular school or university |
| 26625 |
She won a scholarship to Oxford. scholarship win gain receive a scholarship an amount of money that an organization gives to someone so that they can study at a particular school or university |
| 26626 |
The universities have a tradition of specialized scholarship. scholarship serious formal study, and the knowledge that you get from it |
| 26627 |
the incessant pounding of the music pounding the sound of repeated hard hits or loud noise |
| 26628 |
NATO's pounding of the city pounding repeated hard hits or heavy attack |
| 26629 |
The city took a pounding during the Second World War. pounding to suffer a lot of damage |
| 26630 |
Dr Oliver could face disciplinary action after the case is heard. disciplinary connected with the punishment of people who do not obey rules |
| 26631 |
Three police officers face disciplinary proceedings for their part in the incident. disciplinary connected with the punishment of people who do not obey rules |
| 26632 |
Some people have a hatred of anything new. hatred hatred of a very strong feeling that you dislike someone or something very much |
| 26633 |
The three former Army buddies shared a common hatred for the government. hatred hatred for a very strong feeling that you dislike someone or something very much |
| 26634 |
sleeping contraceptive vitamin pills pill a small piece of solid medicine that you swallow with water |
| 26635 |
The doctor gave me some pills for the pain. pill pill for a small piece of solid medicine that you swallow with water |
| 26636 |
Did you remember to take your pills this morning? pill take a pill a small piece of solid medicine that you swallow with water |
| 26637 |
Researchers have found a modest increase in risk among users of the pill. pill a pill that a woman swallows every day to prevent her becoming pregnant |
| 26638 |
She went on the pill when she was 19. pill go be on the pill a pill that a woman swallows every day to prevent her becoming pregnant |
| 26639 |
I had to come off the pill when I developed medical problems. pill come off go off the pill a pill that a woman swallows every day to prevent her becoming pregnant |
| 26640 |
The truth about her family had been a bitter pill to swallow. pill a bitter pill (to swallow) an unpleasant fact or situation that is difficult to accept |
| 26641 |
To sweeten the pill, the company will introduce a range of new performance-related bonuses. pill sweeten sugar the pill to make something unpleasant easier to accept |
| 26642 |
noisy neighbours noisy making a lot of noise |
| 26643 |
Steam engines are noisy and dirty. noisy making a lot of noise |
| 26644 |
a noisy crowded bar noisy full of noise |
| 26645 |
The streets are so noisy at night. noisy full of noise |
| 26646 |
He breathed noisily through his nose. noisy |
| 26647 |
a feather bed pillow duvet feather filled with feathers |
| 26648 |
Alterations to the original building have been largely cosmetic. cosmetic cosmetic changes only affect the appearance of something instead of its basic structure |
| 26649 |
Several nuts produce oils suitable for cosmetic use. cosmetic relating to the improvement of someone's appearance |
| 26650 |
the cosmetic industry cosmetic relating to the improvement of someone's appearance |
| 26651 |
a queer studies program queer used in a positive way for referring to people who are gay, bisexual, or transgender, especially by people who are members of these groups |
| 26652 |
with a queer expression on his face queer strange |
| 26653 |
This has been a very difficult year from an economic viewpoint. viewpoint a way of considering something |
| 26654 |
It's important to try to understand viewpoints we disagree with. viewpoint an attitude, or an opinion |
| 26655 |
population profit projections projection a calculation of the way that something will change and develop in the future, especially of how fast it will grow or become smaller |
| 26656 |
a projection of economic growth for all member states projection a calculation of the way that something will change and develop in the future, especially of how fast it will grow or become smaller |
| 26657 |
It is his job to make projections about publishing trends. projection a calculation of the way that something will change and develop in the future, especially of how fast it will grow or become smaller |
| 26658 |
the profession's projection of an image of public service projection the process of giving other people a particular idea about you |
| 26659 |
The Devil may be a projection of our fears and insecurities. projection an idea that seems real because of your own strong feelings |
| 26660 |
books containing offensive language offensive unpleasant or insulting, and likely to make people upset or embarrassed |
| 26661 |
offensive odours offensive unpleasant or insulting, and likely to make people upset or embarrassed |
| 26662 |
There were complaints that the advertisement was offensive to women. offensive unpleasant or insulting, and likely to make people upset or embarrassed |
| 26663 |
offensive weapons offensive used for attacking |
| 26664 |
offensive players offensive involved in scoring points |
| 26665 |
Under pressure from his critics, the minister decided to go on the offensive. offensive go on the offensive to begin to attack or criticize someone who you think is attacking you |
| 26666 |
She gave a cool, controlled smile, then left. controlled calm and showing no emotion even though you are angry or upset |
| 26667 |
a controlled experiment controlled organized in a way that is likely to produce accurate results |
| 26668 |
Bomb disposal experts have carried out a series of controlled explosions. controlled organized in a way that is likely to produce accurate results |
| 26669 |
controlled exhaust emissions controlled limited by a law |
| 26670 |
state-controlled radio #NAME? used with some nouns to make adjectives describing who or what controls something |
| 26671 |
a voice-controlled entry system #NAME? used with some nouns to make adjectives describing who or what controls something |
| 26672 |
Lisa flushed and looked away. flush if someone flushes, their face becomes red because they are hot or ill, or are feeling angry, embarrassed, or excited |
| 26673 |
Mark flushed with annoyance, but said nothing. flush flush with if someone flushes, their face becomes red because they are hot or ill, or are feeling angry, embarrassed, or excited |
| 26674 |
Her cheeks flushed with embarrassment. flush someone's face cheeks flush (with something) if someone flushes, their face becomes red because they are hot or ill, or are feeling angry, embarrassed, or excited |
| 26675 |
If any medicine is left over, flush it down the toilet. flush flush something down the toilet to get rid of something by putting it into a toilet and flushing it |
| 26676 |
The loo won't flush! flush if a toilet flushes, water passes through it |
| 26677 |
Hot water is then flushed through the pipe. flush to clean something by pouring a lot of water over it or through it |
| 26678 |
The rebels were flushed from their hiding places and shot. flush flush someone from something to force a person or animal to leave a place where they have been hiding |
| 26679 |
A dark flush betrayed her real feelings. flush a red colour that appears on someone's face because they are hot or ill, or are feeling angry, embarrassed, or excited |
| 26680 |
a flush of irritation embarrassment anger pride flush a sudden strong feeling |
| 26681 |
a flush toilet flush a piece of equipment on the toilet that makes water pass through it |
| 26682 |
She was still in the first flush of her huge success. flush the first flush of youth success love freedom etc the time when something is new and exciting |
| 26683 |
hand-painted tiles set flush with the wall flush flush with fitted so that two surfaces or edges are exactly level |
| 26684 |
The cupboard doors aren't quite flush. flush if two surfaces or edges are flush, they are exactly level with each other |
| 26685 |
Try to trim the hedge so it's flush with the fence. flush flush with if two surfaces or edges are flush, they are exactly level with each other |
| 26686 |
Sammy was feeling flush after a win at the races. flush with a lot more money than you usually have |
| 26687 |
They promised to continue the struggle against racism. racism a way of behaving or thinking that shows that you do not like or respect people who belong to races that are different from your own and that you believe your race is better than others |
| 26688 |
a victim of racism racism a way of behaving or thinking that shows that you do not like or respect people who belong to races that are different from your own and that you believe your race is better than others |
| 26689 |
There have been allegations of racism against the police. racism a way of behaving or thinking that shows that you do not like or respect people who belong to races that are different from your own and that you believe your race is better than others |
| 26690 |
Most plants flourish in this rich soil. flourish to grow well and be healthy |
| 26691 |
Wildlife seems to flourish in the area. flourish to grow well and be healthy |
| 26692 |
His new business is flourishing. flourish to be very successful |
| 26693 |
The congregation continued to grow and flourish. flourish to be very successful |
| 26694 |
She came in flourishing a photograph. flourish to wave something in the air so that people notice it |
| 26695 |
Andre reached for her hand and kissed it with a flourish. flourish a confident movement made so that other people notice |
| 26696 |
He finished his round with a flourish by sinking a long putt at the 18th hole. flourish a short part of a speech, piece of music, game etc that is impressive and skilful |
| 26697 |
She aspires to nothing less than the chairmanship of the company. aspire aspire to to want to achieve something or to be successful, especially in your career |
| 26698 |
a number of film students who aspire to be documentary makers aspire aspire to be do something to want to achieve something or to be successful, especially in your career |
| 26699 |
His promotion caused widespread resentment among the other lawyers. resentment an angry unhappy feeling that you have when you think you have been treated unfairly or without enough respect |
| 26700 |
There was growing resentment over the way that local decisions were being overturned by central government. resentment resentment at about over an angry unhappy feeling that you have when you think you have been treated unfairly or without enough respect |
| 26701 |
The court's ruling was immediately hailed as a victory for freedom. hail hail someone something as something to say publicly how good or important someone or something is |
| 26702 |
A familiar voice hailed him. hail to shout to someone as a way of attracting their attention |
| 26703 |
a hail of missiles questions hail hail of a large number of things such as bullets or questions that come towards you quickly or with force |
| 26704 |
a man who treats everyone with kindness and courtesy courtesy polite behaviour that shows respect for people in social situations |
| 26705 |
It's only common courtesy to thank someone when they help. courtesy polite behaviour that shows respect for people in social situations |
| 26706 |
It would be a courtesy to call them and tell them we'll be late. courtesy something that you say or do to be polite |
| 26707 |
First prize is two tickets to Australia, courtesy of Qantas Airlines. courtesy used for saying who has provided something, and for thanking them for it |
| 26708 |
Liverpool won the game courtesy of a fantastic shot by Locke. courtesy as a result of |
| 26709 |
You might have had the courtesy to return my calls. courtesy have the courtesy to do something to be polite enough to do something. This expression is often used when you are annoyed because someone has not behaved politely |
| 26710 |
A courtesy room is available for all hotel guests on their day of departure. courtesy provided free of charge |
| 26711 |
the National Museum of Photography photography the skill, job, or process of taking photographs or using a camera to record scenes or events for a film or television programme |
| 26712 |
She studied photography at college. photography the skill, job, or process of taking photographs or using a camera to record scenes or events for a film or television programme |
| 26713 |
fashion wildlife photography photography the photographic images in books, magazines, films, and television programmes |
| 26714 |
His political career was in jeopardy. jeopardy in jeopardy likely to be damaged or destroyed |
| 26715 |
The crisis put thousands of jobs in jeopardy. jeopardy in jeopardy likely to be damaged or destroyed |
| 26716 |
Ooh, you little monkey! What have you done now? monkey someone, especially a child who behaves badly but in a funny way rather than in an annoying way |
| 26717 |
I don't give a monkey's where she's gone. monkey someone couldn't doesn't give a monkey's used for saying that someone really does not care |
| 26718 |
The cottage is surrounded by the most glorious countryside. glorious very beautiful in a way that makes you feel happy |
| 26719 |
The colours are quite glorious. glorious very beautiful in a way that makes you feel happy |
| 26720 |
a glorious sunny day glorious glorious weather is sunny and warm |
| 26721 |
Ireland has won a glorious victory over England. glorious extremely successful and likely to be remembered for a long time |
| 26722 |
reminders of the country's glorious past glorious extremely successful and likely to be remembered for a long time |
| 26723 |
We had a glorious time. glorious very enjoyable |
| 26724 |
a gloriously pink sunset glorious |
| 26725 |
a pleasant family outing outing a short journey that you take for enjoyment |
| 26726 |
an outing to a bowling alley outing a short journey that you take for enjoyment |
| 26727 |
the recent outing of a Catholic bishop outing the act of publicly saying that someone, especially a famous person, is gay, when the person did not want this to be known |
| 26728 |
a gradual change in the climate gradual gradual processes and changes happen slowly and by small amounts |
| 26729 |
Any rise in water temperature will be gradual. gradual gradual processes and changes happen slowly and by small amounts |
| 26730 |
a gradual ascent to the top of the hill gradual a gradual slope is not steep |
| 26731 |
chicken curry with coconut coconut the white flesh of a coconut |
| 26732 |
The recession led to a flood of bankruptcies. bankruptcy a situation in which a person or business becomes bankrupt |
| 26733 |
Many small farmers are facing bankruptcy. bankruptcy face bankruptcy a situation in which a person or business becomes bankrupt |
| 26734 |
The company declared bankruptcy in 1997. bankruptcy declare bankruptcy a situation in which a person or business becomes bankrupt |
| 26735 |
moral bankruptcy bankruptcy a complete lack of good qualities |
| 26736 |
She sacrificed her career to bring up the children. sacrifice sacrifice something to do something to give up something important or valuable so that you or other people can do or have something else |
| 26737 |
Would you sacrifice some of your salary for more holiday time? sacrifice sacrifice something for something to give up something important or valuable so that you or other people can do or have something else |
| 26738 |
Most of the speeches on D-Day will focus on the sacrifice of the World War II generation. sacrifice the act of giving up something important or valuable so that you or other people can do or have something else |
| 26739 |
Making sacrifices is part of bringing up children. sacrifice make sacrifices the act of giving up something important or valuable so that you or other people can do or have something else |
| 26740 |
Animal sacrifice is an important ritual in this religion. sacrifice the act of killing a person or animal as part of a ceremony to honour a god or spirit |
| 26741 |
Goats were offered as sacrifices to the gods. sacrifice a person or animal killed to honour a god or spirit |
| 26742 |
The Home Secretary's decision was upheld by the House of Lords. uphold if a court of law upholds something such as a claim, it says that it is correct |
| 26743 |
They were fighting to uphold the rights of small nations. uphold to show that you support something such as an idea by what you say or do |
| 26744 |
Draw a rough sketch of the dog. sketch a drawing made quickly that does not have many details |
| 26745 |
I do a few sketches of the design first. sketch a drawing made quickly that does not have many details |
| 26746 |
She toured Europe with a programme of songs and sketches. sketch a short funny scene that is performed within a longer show |
| 26747 |
a biographical sketch of Ernest Hemingway sketch a short description of someone or something with only a few details |
| 26748 |
I'll just sketch the main points for you. sketch to make a general plan of something, with only a few details |
| 26749 |
We like to be prepared for all contingencies. contingency something that might happen in the future, especially something bad |
| 26750 |
Most large businesses have cash reserves as a contingency for bad debts. contingency contingency for something done in order to prepare for a possible bad event |
| 26751 |
contingency measures plans arrangements contingency used for describing plans or actions that help you to prepare for possible bad events |
| 26752 |
a contingency fund contingency used for describing plans or actions that help you to prepare for possible bad events |
| 26753 |
She worked in the White House throughout the Clinton presidency. presidency the job of being president, or the period of time that someone has this job |
| 26754 |
the race for the presidency presidency the job of being president, or the period of time that someone has this job |
| 26755 |
No one with any sense of decency can ignore their request for help. decency behaviour that is moral, good, or reasonable |
| 26756 |
It would have been only common decency to phone and say you'd be late. decency behaviour that is moral, good, or reasonable |
| 26757 |
You might at least have the decency to say you're sorry! decency have the decency to do something behaviour that is moral, good, or reasonable |
| 26758 |
Meeting the energy demands of a big city is a formidable task. formidable very impressive in size, power, or skill and therefore deserving respect and often difficult to deal with |
| 26759 |
The company has built up a formidable reputation for quality. formidable very impressive in size, power, or skill and therefore deserving respect and often difficult to deal with |
| 26760 |
a formidable opponent challenge formidable very impressive in size, power, or skill and therefore deserving respect and often difficult to deal with |
| 26761 |
Present your main arguments in clearly differentiated paragraphs. differentiate to see or show a difference between things |
| 26762 |
Neil is colour-blind and cannot differentiate between red and green. differentiate differentiate between to see or show a difference between things |
| 26763 |
The ability to speak differentiates humans from other animals. differentiate differentiate something from something to be the quality or fact that makes one thing different from another |
| 26764 |
The genesis of the new project was a meeting of experts in 2002. genesis the genesis of something the beginning, birth, or origin of something |
| 26765 |
a baseball football stadium stadium a large building, usually without a roof, where people watch sports events such as football matches or races |
| 26766 |
dense woodland dense with a lot of trees, plants, or leaves growing close together |
| 26767 |
a dense network of towns and cities dense containing a lot of things or people close together |
| 26768 |
a dense black cloud of flying insects dense containing a lot of things or people close together |
| 26769 |
densely populated regions dense |
| 26770 |
the plight of the poor homeless unemployed plight a sad, serious, or difficult situation |
| 26771 |
government policy on immigration immigration the process in which people enter a country in order to live there permanently |
| 26772 |
rules governing immigration into the country immigration immigration into to the process in which people enter a country in order to live there permanently |
| 26773 |
Immigration from the Caribbean was at its height in the 1950s. immigration immigration from the process in which people enter a country in order to live there permanently |
| 26774 |
immigration policy immigration relating to immigration and the rules that control it |
| 26775 |
immigration officers officials immigration relating to immigration and the rules that control it |
| 26776 |
The main weakness of the report is its lack of clarity. clarity the ability to be easily understood |
| 26777 |
I knew with absolute clarity that this was not what I wanted. clarity the ability to think clearly or understand things clearly |
| 26778 |
She was known for her quick wit and clarity of thought. clarity clarity of purpose thought vision the ability to think clearly or understand things clearly |
| 26779 |
the power and clarity of her voice clarity the ability to be easily seen or heard |
| 26780 |
She was confident she could worm her way into their affections. worm worm your way into out of something to reach a particular place or situation gradually, often using clever methods |
| 26781 |
She wormed her way through the crowd to the reception desk. worm worm (your way) into through past etc something to move slowly and with difficulty in a crowded area |
| 26782 |
He put a coin in the slot. slot a long narrow hole that you can fit something into |
| 26783 |
We circled the airport waiting for a landing slot. slot a time during a series of events when it is arranged that something will happen |
| 26784 |
The show has returned to its regular slot of 10.30 on Saturdays. slot a time during a series of events when it is arranged that something will happen |
| 26785 |
We are looking for someone to fill a senior management slot. slot a job that someone has as part of a team of people |
| 26786 |
the thyroid gland gland a part of your body that produces a chemical substance that your body needs |
| 26787 |
She rifled through the contents of her wardrobe looking for the dress. rifle to search quickly through something such as a container or a group of objects in order to find or steal something |
| 26788 |
Next screw the back and sides of the box together. screw to fasten one thing to another using screws |
| 26789 |
The rails need to be firmly screwed to the wall. screw screw something into onto to something to fasten one thing to another using screws |
| 26790 |
Make sure you screw the lid on firmly to keep the contents fresh. screw to put something into its position by turning it like a screw |
| 26791 |
We were just screwed out of 20! screw screw someone out of something to cheat someone, or to treat someone in an unfair way |
| 26792 |
Peter kept his eyes screwed tightly shut. screw to make something into a smaller shape by squeezing or twisting it |
| 26793 |
She was nervously screwing her tissue into a ball. screw screw something into something to make something into a smaller shape by squeezing or twisting it |
| 26794 |
I undid the screws to get the door off. screw a thin pointed piece of metal that is used for fastening one thing to another. It has a raised twisted part on it called a thread. You push and turn it with a screwdriver instead of hitting it with a hammer like a nail |
| 26795 |
Two screws hold the blade in position. screw a thin pointed piece of metal that is used for fastening one thing to another. It has a raised twisted part on it called a thread. You push and turn it with a screwdriver instead of hitting it with a hammer like a nail |
| 26796 |
His creditors were putting the screws on him. screw put tighten turn the screws on someone to put more pressure on someone to do something, for example by threatening them |
| 26797 |
This latest demand was one more turn of the screw on the government. screw a turn of the screw an occasion when someone puts more pressure on someone else to do something |
| 26798 |
the corn potato grape harvest harvest the activity of collecting a crop |
| 26799 |
It was harvest time. harvest the time when a crop is collected |
| 26800 |
a field that had been ploughed up after the harvest harvest the time when a crop is collected |
| 26801 |
There will be a bumper (=very large) harvest this year. harvest the amount of a crop that is collected |
| 26802 |
Poor harvests increased food prices. harvest the amount of a crop that is collected |
| 26803 |
The grim harvest of these cuts was an increase in preventable diseases. harvest the result of something that was done in the past |
| 26804 |
a rich harvest of knowledge harvest something that has been collected |
| 26805 |
Winter wheat is planted in the autumn and harvested in early summer. harvest to collect a crop from the fields |
| 26806 |
farmers harvesting their crops harvest to collect a crop from the fields |
| 26807 |
Timber is still harvested and milled locally. harvest to collect plants, animals, or other things that can be eaten or used |
| 26808 |
This approach will foster an understanding of environmental issues. foster to help something to develop over a period of time |
| 26809 |
Overuse of antibiotics may foster the spread of drug-resistant bacteria. foster to help something to develop over a period of time |
| 26810 |
She had a good relationship with her foster mother. foster relating to fostering a child. A child who is looked after in someone else's home for a period of time is called a foster child, and the people who look after the child are called foster parents |
| 26811 |
foster care foster relating to fostering a child. A child who is looked after in someone else's home for a period of time is called a foster child, and the people who look after the child are called foster parents |
| 26812 |
Both children have been placed with foster families. foster foster home family relating to fostering a child. A child who is looked after in someone else's home for a period of time is called a foster child, and the people who look after the child are called foster parents |
| 26813 |
Jenny felt a sudden impulse to play some music. impulse an impulse to do something a sudden strong feeling that you must do something |
| 26814 |
She struggled to resist the impulse to laugh. impulse control resist an impulse a sudden strong feeling that you must do something |
| 26815 |
He saw them get into the car and on an impulse he followed them. impulse on (an) impulse (=because you suddenly feel that you want to) a sudden strong feeling that you must do something |
| 26816 |
Acting on impulse, he knocked on her door. impulse act on impulse a sudden strong feeling that you must do something |
| 26817 |
the sexual creative impulse impulse one of the strong basic feelings that make people do things |
| 26818 |
They saw themselves as the guardians of morality. guardian a person or organization that guards or protects something |
| 26819 |
an extravagant present extravagant spending or costing a lot of money, especially more than is reasonable |
| 26820 |
It would be too extravagant to go by taxi. extravagant spending or costing a lot of money, especially more than is reasonable |
| 26821 |
an extravagant use of natural resources extravagant using too much of something |
| 26822 |
Someone has been very extravagant with paper. extravagant extravagant with using too much of something |
| 26823 |
He made extravagant claims on his son's behalf. extravagant extreme, unusual, or unreasonable |
| 26824 |
There seem to be some ambiguities in the rules. ambiguity something that is not clear because it has more than one possible meaning |
| 26825 |
Try to avoid ambiguity and keep your comments brief. ambiguity a lack of clear and exact use of words, so that more than one meaning is possible |
| 26826 |
Her stories are full of moral ambiguities. ambiguity a confusing mixture of feelings or ideas that makes something hard to understand |
| 26827 |
a triangle of land triangle something that has the shape of a triangle |
| 26828 |
four small triangles of bread triangle something that has the shape of a triangle |
| 26829 |
a love triangle triangle a situation in which three people or groups are involved, although they have different opinions, ideas, or aims |
| 26830 |
The military operation was terminated in 1969. terminate if something terminates, or if you terminate it, it ends or you stop it |
| 26831 |
The elephants retreated to the safety of the forest. retreat to avoid a dangerous, unpleasant, or embarrassing situation, especially by moving away from it |
| 26832 |
Clara, embarrassed, retreated into silence. retreat into to avoid a dangerous, unpleasant, or embarrassing situation, especially by moving away from it |
| 26833 |
The Secretary appeared to retreat from his position when challenged by the press. retreat to change your ideas, opinion, or decision because of criticism or opposition from other people |
| 26834 |
Wading birds collect small molluscs from the mud flats when the tide retreats. retreat to move back and cover less of a place |
| 26835 |
Surrounded by beautiful countryside, it is an ideal rural retreat. retreat a peaceful and private place where you can go in order to rest |
| 26836 |
Built into her schedule will be weekend retreats. retreat the period of time that you spend resting in a peaceful and private place |
| 26837 |
the Prince's temporary retreat from the public gaze retreat an attempt to avoid a dangerous, unpleasant, or embarrassing situation, especially by moving away from it |
| 26838 |
At the end of the dance Maggie thanked him and beat a hasty retreat back to her friends. retreat beat a (hasty) retreat (=leave very quickly) an attempt to avoid a dangerous, unpleasant, or embarrassing situation, especially by moving away from it |
| 26839 |
Napoleon's retreat from Moscow in 1813 retreat an army's movement away from a position because of danger or defeat |
| 26840 |
General Hawkes sounded the retreat. retreat sound the retreat (=give an official signal to an army to move away) an army's movement away from a position because of danger or defeat |
| 26841 |
This represents a retreat from the Chancellor's usual policies. retreat retreat from a change in a person's or organization's ideas, opinion, or decision after they have been criticized or opposed |
| 26842 |
They ponied up $4.1 million for the Bush campaign. pony pony up to pay for something |
| 26843 |
It's a very glamorous holiday destination. glamorous attractive and interesting in an exciting and unusual way |
| 26844 |
outdoor activities such as walking and camping outdoor done outside |
| 26845 |
outdoor pursuits outdoor done outside |
| 26846 |
outdoor clothing equipment outdoor designed for or used outside, especially when camping, walking etc |
| 26847 |
an outdoor swimming pool market outdoor existing outside |
| 26848 |
anaemia caused by iron deficiency deficiency a lack of something that your body needs |
| 26849 |
problems caused by deficiencies in the maintenance programme deficiency a fault in someone or something that makes them not good enough |
| 26850 |
The government decreed that gas prices had to rise. decree decree that if a leader or government decrees something, they officially decide or order it |
| 26851 |
a ball of yarn yarn cotton, wool, or other fibres in the form of thick thread (=a substance like string) |
| 26852 |
a renewal of war hostilities renewal renewal of the process of starting something again after a pause |
| 26853 |
Recently there has been a renewal of interest in environmental issues. renewal the process of starting something again after a pause |
| 26854 |
The renewal of your contract is just a formality. renewal an arrangement for something to continue for a longer period of time |
| 26855 |
My membership is up for renewal again next year. renewal come up for be up for renewal an arrangement for something to continue for a longer period of time |
| 26856 |
urban renewal renewal a process of improving, repairing, or making something more successful |
| 26857 |
a period of economic renewal renewal a process of improving, repairing, or making something more successful |
| 26858 |
'Come on!' said Maggie, becoming impatient. impatient annoyed because something is not happening as quickly as you want or in the way you want |
| 26859 |
He gets impatient with people who don't agree with him. impatient impatient with annoyed because something is not happening as quickly as you want or in the way you want |
| 26860 |
We became impatient of the slow progress that was being made. impatient impatient of annoyed by something bad and not willing to accept it |
| 26861 |
After a couple of days, she was impatient to get back to work. impatient impatient to do something wanting something to happen as soon as possible |
| 26862 |
They were impatient for news of their father. impatient impatient for wanting something to happen as soon as possible |
| 26863 |
an abortive military rebellion rebellion an attempt to remove a government or leader by force |
| 26864 |
The capital was destroyed during the rebellion. rebellion an attempt to remove a government or leader by force |
| 26865 |
The country rose in rebellion. rebellion in rebellion an attempt to remove a government or leader by force |
| 26866 |
There are fears that welfare cuts could provoke a rebellion among left-wing MPs. rebellion a refusal to obey your leader, especially in politics |
| 26867 |
teenage rebellion rebellion opposition to someone in authority or to accepted ways of doing things |
| 26868 |
His name, incidentally, was misspelt in the credits of the first two Star Wars movies. incidentally used for adding related but less important information to what has just been said, or for suddenly introducing a new subject |
| 26869 |
Incidentally, what are the travel arrangements for tonight? incidentally used for adding related but less important information to what has just been said, or for suddenly introducing a new subject |
| 26870 |
The problem with his partner was something he mentioned only incidentally. incidentally in a way that is not planned or that does not seem important |
| 26871 |
Add two tablespoons of flour. flour a white or brown powder made by crushing grains. Flour is used for making bread, cakes, pasta etc |
| 26872 |
whole wheat flour flour a white or brown powder made by crushing grains. Flour is used for making bread, cakes, pasta etc |
| 26873 |
plain self-raising flour flour a white or brown powder made by crushing grains. Flour is used for making bread, cakes, pasta etc |
| 26874 |
Place the dough on a lightly floured board. flour |
| 26875 |
We spend less on health care than most other developed nations. developed a developed country, region, or economy has a lot of industries and business activity |
| 26876 |
The developed world has a responsibility towards poorer countries. developed the developed world (=the rich countries) a developed country, region, or economy has a lot of industries and business activity |
| 26877 |
Working with wine, he has to have a highly developed sense of smell. developed a skill, idea, or quality that is developed has reached a high level because someone has worked on it, practised it, or thought about it a lot |
| 26878 |
He encouraged the audience to join in the chorus. chorus the part of a song that does not change and is repeated several times |
| 26879 |
'Good morning, Mrs Fulton,' the children answered in chorus. chorus in chorus a group of people speaking together |
| 26880 |
The government's proposals have been met with a growing chorus of disapproval. chorus a group of people expressing the same opinion |
| 26881 |
the London Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus chorus a large group of people who sing together |
| 26882 |
Her first job was in the chorus and now she plays the leading role. chorus a group of singers and dancers who perform together in a show but who are not the main performers |
| 26883 |
Party leaders are elected by ballot. ballot the process of voting secretly to choose a candidate in an election or express an opinion about an issue |
| 26884 |
a strike ballot ballot the process of voting secretly to choose a candidate in an election or express an opinion about an issue |
| 26885 |
She got just over 60% of the ballot. ballot the total number of votes recorded in an election |
| 26886 |
The union will ballot members on the possibility of industrial action. ballot to ask people to vote in order to decide an issue |
| 26887 |
a child with a healthy appetite appetite the natural feeling of wanting to eat |
| 26888 |
The symptoms include fever and loss of appetite. appetite the natural feeling of wanting to eat |
| 26889 |
All that fresh air and exercise has given me an appetite. appetite the natural feeling of wanting to eat |
| 26890 |
Don't have any more chocolate – it'll spoil your appetite (=make you want to eat less at the next meal). appetite spoil ruin your appetite the natural feeling of wanting to eat |
| 26891 |
Ella had worked up an appetite in the gym. appetite work up an appetite (=do something that makes you hungry) the natural feeling of wanting to eat |
| 26892 |
The public's appetite for celebrity gossip seems insatiable. appetite appetite for a feeling of being very interested in something or of wanting it very much |
| 26893 |
He is portrayed as having an immense sexual appetite. appetite sexual appetite a feeling of being very interested in something or of wanting it very much |
| 26894 |
Sweat had stained his shirt. stain to leave a mark on something accidentally |
| 26895 |
The sink was badly stained. stain to leave a mark on something accidentally |
| 26896 |
His fingers were stained with blue ink. stain be stained with something to leave a mark on something accidentally |
| 26897 |
I'm going to stain it a deep red colour. stain to add colour to wood using a special liquid |
| 26898 |
There was a dark stain on the carpet. stain a mark left accidentally on clothes or surfaces |
| 26899 |
coffee blood oil stains stain a mark left accidentally on clothes or surfaces |
| 26900 |
I doubt he would risk further public humiliation. humiliation the unhappy and ashamed feeling that you get when something embarrassing happens |
| 26901 |
the humiliation of being asked to leave humiliation something that makes you feel very embarrassed and ashamed |
| 26902 |
People thought technology had the power to liberate them from hard work. liberate to give someone the freedom to do what they want, for example by taking them out of a situation in which their behaviour is controlled |
| 26903 |
hostels for young homeless people homeless without a place to live |
| 26904 |
The floods have killed hundreds and made thousands homeless. homeless without a place to live |
| 26905 |
We need to provide more shelters for the homeless. homeless people who are homeless |
| 26906 |
statistics from the 2001 census census an occasion on which government officials count the people who live in a country and record other information about them |
| 26907 |
census returns census an occasion on which government officials count the people who live in a country and record other information about them |
| 26908 |
bizarre behaviour bizarre strange and difficult to explain |
| 26909 |
a really bizarre character bizarre strange and difficult to explain |
| 26910 |
This is a striking example of how misleading statistics can be. striking attracting your interest or attention because of some unusual feature |
| 26911 |
Her eye make-up was very striking. striking attracting your interest or attention because of some unusual feature |
| 26912 |
There are some striking differences in the two theories. striking a striking resemblance difference attracting your interest or attention because of some unusual feature |
| 26913 |
He may face persecution if he returns to his homeland. persecution extremely bad treatment of someone, especially because of their race, religion, or political beliefs |
| 26914 |
religious political persecution persecution extremely bad treatment of someone, especially because of their race, religion, or political beliefs |
| 26915 |
the Nazi persecution of the Jews persecution persecution of extremely bad treatment of someone, especially because of their race, religion, or political beliefs |
| 26916 |
The family chose cremation rather than burial. burial the process of putting a dead body into a grave in the ground at a funeral |
| 26917 |
burial rites burial the process of putting a dead body into a grave in the ground at a funeral |
| 26918 |
a burial mound burial the process of putting a dead body into a grave in the ground at a funeral |
| 26919 |
the burial of toxic waste burial the act of burying something in the ground |
| 26920 |
I've never felt so embarrassed in my entire life. embarrassed ashamed of something and worried about what other people will think of you |
| 26921 |
Laura did not like to admit that she was embarrassed by her sister. embarrassed embarrassed by ashamed of something and worried about what other people will think of you |
| 26922 |
He was embarrassed about the nature of his illness. embarrassed embarrassed about ashamed of something and worried about what other people will think of you |
| 26923 |
They were too embarrassed to ask someone to help. embarrassed too embarrassed to do something ashamed of something and worried about what other people will think of you |
| 26924 |
They sat in embarrassed silence. embarrassed making you feel uncomfortable because you do not know what to say or do |
| 26925 |
Mistakes in punctuation can be amended. punctuation the use of marks such as full stops or commas in order to write in a clear style |
| 26926 |
The letter was brief and had no punctuation. punctuation the use of marks such as full stops or commas in order to write in a clear style |
| 26927 |
cigarette ash ash the grey powder that remains after something has burned |
| 26928 |
All that remained of the fire was a pile of ashes. ash the grey powder that remains after something has burned |
| 26929 |
His ashes are to be scattered at sea. ash the substance that remains after a person's body has been cremated (=burned after death) |
| 26930 |
The main drawback of the scheme is its expense. drawback drawback of to a feature of something that makes it less useful than it could be |
| 26931 |
Staff are entitled to a certain amount of privacy when making personal phone calls. privacy the freedom to do things without other people watching you or knowing what you are doing |
| 26932 |
personal privacy privacy the freedom to do things without other people watching you or knowing what you are doing |
| 26933 |
The prisoners' right to privacy is not always respected. privacy right to privacy the freedom to do things without other people watching you or knowing what you are doing |
| 26934 |
They don't want their privacy invaded by reporters. privacy invade someone's privacy the freedom to do things without other people watching you or knowing what you are doing |
| 26935 |
What they do in the privacy of their own home is no concern of yours. privacy in the privacy of your (own) home the freedom to do things without other people watching you or knowing what you are doing |
| 26936 |
This policy precludes the routine use of chemicals. preclude if one thing precludes another, the first thing prevents the second one from happening |
| 26937 |
Tercek's interviewing style precluded any long-winded answers. preclude if one thing precludes another, the first thing prevents the second one from happening |
| 26938 |
Chill the wine in the fridge first. fridge a piece of equipment that is used for storing food at low temperatures |
| 26939 |
You can spread this butter straight from the fridge (=it remains soft when it is cold). fridge a piece of equipment that is used for storing food at low temperatures |
| 26940 |
the sound of a dentist's drill drill a tool used for making a hole in something. A drill that uses electricity is called an electric drill and a drill that works when you turn a handle is called a hand drill |
| 26941 |
grammar drills drill a way of teaching people something by making them repeat it several times |
| 26942 |
a fire drill drill a way of training people so that they know what to do when there is an emergency |
| 26943 |
Drill two holes in the wall. drill drill something in something to make a hole using a special tool or machine |
| 26944 |
They had to drill through the mountainside. drill drill through to make a hole using a special tool or machine |
| 26945 |
They are drilling for oil in the area. drill drill for oil gas to make a hole using a special tool or machine |
| 26946 |
Trainers will be drilling new members of the cabin crew on safety procedures. drill drill someone in on something to teach someone by making them repeat something many times |
| 26947 |
Belgian chocolates Belgian relating to Belgium or its culture |
| 26948 |
a devoted family man devoted loving someone very much |
| 26949 |
They were devoted to each other throughout their marriage. devoted devoted to loving someone very much |
| 26950 |
an exhibition devoted to Rembrandt's etchings devoted devoted to containing or dealing with one particular thing |
| 26951 |
a devoted opera fan devoted very enthusiastic about something |
| 26952 |
The majority of her adult life was devoted to the relief of suffering. devoted devoted to a period of time that is devoted to something is spent doing it in a determined way because you think it is important |
| 26953 |
He was indirectly responsible for the deaths of five people. indirectly not in a direct, clear, or obvious way |
| 26954 |
Over 500 people are directly or indirectly employed by the business. indirectly not in a direct, clear, or obvious way |
| 26955 |
His choice of words was clumsy. clumsy expressed without enough skill or thought, and often in a way that is likely to upset people |
| 26956 |
Williams was the driving force behind the business. driving used about people or things that influence something strongly or make it happen |
| 26957 |
She struggled to see through the driving rain. driving driving snow rain snow or rain that falls very fast |
| 26958 |
Did you change the defaults on your email set-up? default the way that something will appear or be done if you make no other choice, especially on a computer |
| 26959 |
The default drive is 'C'. default the way that something will appear or be done if you make no other choice, especially on a computer |
| 26960 |
If nobody stands against him, he will become leader by default. default if something happens by default, it happens only because someone does not do something else |
| 26961 |
If you fail to submit an answer within 15 days, you will be deemed in default. default in default the position of someone who has not done something that they were officially ordered to do |
| 26962 |
They are entitled to reclaim the goods in default of payment. default in default of something if something does not exist or happen |
| 26963 |
If you default on your payments, the bank will be forced to repossess your car. default to fail to pay money that you owe |
| 26964 |
A huge bronze statue commemorating the poet stands in the main square. commemorate to show that you remember an important person or event by having a special ceremony, or by creating a special object |
| 26965 |
The costumes, sets, and acting are all superb. costume clothes that performers wear in a play, film etc |
| 26966 |
a costume designer costume clothes that performers wear in a play, film etc |
| 26967 |
dancers in traditional costumes costume clothes that are typical of a particular place or of a period in history |
| 26968 |
They were all dressed in 18th-century costume. costume clothes that are typical of a particular place or of a period in history |
| 26969 |
Their flat cost a horrific amount. horrific used for emphasizing how big and shocking something is |
| 26970 |
horrifically high prices horrific |
| 26971 |
There are many variants on the basic structure. variant variant of on something that is related to another thing but is not exactly the same |
| 26972 |
The blast shattered windows over a wide area. shatter to break something suddenly into a lot of small pieces |
| 26973 |
One of his knees had been shattered by a bullet. shatter to break something suddenly into a lot of small pieces |
| 26974 |
The windscreen shattered, injuring passengers. shatter to break suddenly into a lot of small pieces |
| 26975 |
The war has shattered this country's economy. shatter to destroy or seriously damage something |
| 26976 |
His father's constant criticism shattered his confidence. shatter shatter someone's confidence hopes illusions to destroy or seriously damage something |
| 26977 |
A loud bang suddenly shattered the silence. shatter shatter the peace silence to suddenly make a lot of noise in a place that has been very quiet |
| 26978 |
His friends were taking the piss out of him. piss take the piss out of to say something to try to make someone look silly |
| 26979 |
5 for a cup of coffee! They're taking the piss! piss to say or do something that annoys people because they think it is unreasonable |
| 26980 |
a piss awful concert piss used for emphasizing what you are saying |
| 26981 |
The second incident allegedly occurred in the spring of 1992. allegedly if someone allegedly does something, another person says that they have done it, even though this has not been proved |
| 26982 |
My ankles tend to swell when I travel by air. swell to become larger than normal, usually because of liquid collecting inside |
| 26983 |
Moisture causes the timber to swell. swell to become larger than normal, usually because of liquid collecting inside |
| 26984 |
The river was swollen with rain. swell be swollen with something to make something larger than normal |
| 26985 |
Attendance figures have swollen to 37,000 this season. swell to increase in amount or number |
| 26986 |
Holidaymakers swell the local population in summer. swell to make something increase |
| 26987 |
The shouts swelled to a roar. swell to become gradually louder |
| 26988 |
Soldiers leave the army, only to end up swelling the ranks of the homeless. swell swell the ranks to increase the number of people in a group |
| 26989 |
a heavy swell (=large rough waves) swell the movement of the waves in the sea |
| 26990 |
a swell of protest support swell an increase in something such as a sound or a feeling |
| 26991 |
the swell of her belly swell the round shape of something |
| 26992 |
Police set up diversions as accident investigators examined the scene of the crash. investigator someone whose job is to officially find out the facts about something, especially a crime or an accident |
| 26993 |
the imaginative use of computers in the classroom imaginative involving new, different, or exciting ideas |
| 26994 |
problems that may require more imaginative solutions imaginative involving new, different, or exciting ideas |
| 26995 |
They suggested some very imaginative ways of reducing costs. imaginative very highly imaginative involving new, different, or exciting ideas |
| 26996 |
He was more imaginative than most history teachers. imaginative used about someone who has new, different, or exciting ideas |
| 26997 |
imaginative play writing imaginative involving the use of your imagination |
| 26998 |
Oh, I'm so bored! bored feeling impatient or dissatisfied, because you are not interested in something or because you have nothing to do. If you want to say you are extremely bored, you can say you are bored stiff rigid silly or bored to tears to death |
| 26999 |
Beth ordered a coffee from a bored-looking waiter. bored feeling impatient or dissatisfied, because you are not interested in something or because you have nothing to do. If you want to say you are extremely bored, you can say you are bored stiff rigid silly or bored to tears to death |
| 27000 |
Steve was getting bored with the game. bored bored with feeling impatient or dissatisfied, because you are not interested in something or because you have nothing to do. If you want to say you are extremely bored, you can say you are bored stiff rigid silly or bored to tears to death |
| 27001 |
I'm getting pretty bored with his endless complaining. bored feeling annoyed about something that has continued for too long |
| 27002 |
It's time you threw those shoes in the bin. bin a container for putting rubbish in. A bin without a lid for paper or other dry rubbish is also called a waste paper basket and a large bin that is kept outside is also called a dustbin |
| 27003 |
a compost bin bin a container for storing something, especially a large amount |
| 27004 |
a pessimistic assessment of the overall situation pessimistic thinking that the worst thing will happen in every situation |
| 27005 |
Doctors are pessimistic about his chances of making a full recovery. pessimistic pessimistic about thinking that the worst thing will happen in every situation |
| 27006 |
I've been awake for hours. awake not sleeping |
| 27007 |
Do you lie awake at night, worrying about things? awake lie awake not sleeping |
| 27008 |
I managed to stay awake long enough to watch the film. awake stay awake (=remain awake) not sleeping |
| 27009 |
We've been kept awake all night by the noise. awake keep someone awake (=prevent someone from sleeping) not sleeping |
| 27010 |
She is fully awake to her responsibilities. awake awake to something knowing about a situation and ready to deal with it |
| 27011 |
I was already wide awake before the alarm went off. awake completely awake |
| 27012 |
I want to be wide awake for the board meeting at ten. awake able to think clearly and react quickly |
| 27013 |
They awoke to find that several inches of snow had fallen. awake to wake up, or to wake someone up |
| 27014 |
Going back to the house awoke memories that he had thought long forgotten. awake to make you remember something or begin to experience a particular feeling |
| 27015 |
Japan recycles 40% of its waste. recycle to change waste materials such as newspapers and bottles so that they can be used again |
| 27016 |
recycled paper glass recycle to change waste materials such as newspapers and bottles so that they can be used again |
| 27017 |
The advertising industry is recycling old ideas to sell new things. recycle to use something again, often for a different purpose |
| 27018 |
He doesn't get any real enjoyment from dancing. enjoyment get enjoyment from something pleasure that you get from an activity or experience |
| 27019 |
Lisa ate the cake with obvious enjoyment. enjoyment pleasure that you get from an activity or experience |
| 27020 |
their enjoyment of life enjoyment pleasure that you get from an activity or experience |
| 27021 |
the enjoyment of civil rights enjoyment the right to own or use something |
| 27022 |
Different textures and colours will increase the child's interest. texture the way that something feels when you touch it |
| 27023 |
products to improve the texture of your skin texture the way that something feels when you touch it |
| 27024 |
a soft rough firm texture texture the way that something feels when you touch it |
| 27025 |
a cheese with a salty taste and a creamy texture texture the way that food feels when you are eating it |
| 27026 |
a rich orchestral texture texture the effect that is produced when different things combine, for example in music |
| 27027 |
the texture of small-town Scottish life texture the effect that is produced when different things combine, for example in music |
| 27028 |
The hospital is searching for a bone marrow donor for the child. donor someone who gives blood, sperm, eggs, or a part of their body to be used in the medical treatment of someone else |
| 27029 |
a blood donor donor someone who gives blood, sperm, eggs, or a part of their body to be used in the medical treatment of someone else |
| 27030 |
a donor heart kidney liver donor used about a body part that a donor has given |
| 27031 |
The museum was saved by an anonymous donor. donor someone who gives things such as money or goods to an organization, especially one that helps people |
| 27032 |
a major donor to the Labour Party donor donor to someone who gives things such as money or goods to an organization, especially one that helps people |
| 27033 |
a bacon sandwich bacon meat from a pig that is treated with smoke or salt, and is often cooked in rashers (=thin pieces) |
| 27034 |
It was a beautiful sunny day. sunny bright with light from the sun |
| 27035 |
The weather will be warm and sunny for most of the week. sunny bright with light from the sun |
| 27036 |
It was always good to see her sunny smile. sunny happy |
| 27037 |
a sunny disposition (=character) sunny happy |
| 27038 |
a bar piano stool stool a seat that has legs but no support for your back or arms |
| 27039 |
If the fine is not paid within ten days, we will be forced to prosecute. prosecute to officially accuse someone of a crime and ask a court of law to judge them |
| 27040 |
No one has yet been prosecuted in connection with the murder. prosecute to officially accuse someone of a crime and ask a court of law to judge them |
| 27041 |
He might still be prosecuted for perjury. prosecute prosecute someone for something to officially accuse someone of a crime and ask a court of law to judge them |
| 27042 |
Julius Capon, prosecuting, described the defendant as 'ruthless'. prosecute to try to prove as a lawyer in court that someone is guilty of a crime |
| 27043 |
Two Scottish lawyers will prosecute the case. prosecute to try to prove as a lawyer in court that someone is guilty of a crime |
| 27044 |
They went the whole hog and had a big lavish wedding. hog go the whole hog to do something in a very thorough or enthusiastic way |
| 27045 |
a commentary on aspects of seventh-century English life commentary a discussion of something such as an event or theory |
| 27046 |
political commentary commentary a discussion of something such as an event or theory |
| 27047 |
This incident is a sad commentary on our society. commentary be a sad appalling interesting etc commentary on something to show how sad appalling interesting etc something really is |
| 27048 |
He sings bass in the church choir. bass the lowest male singing voice |
| 27049 |
a bass voice drum bass producing a very low sound |
| 27050 |
A bassoon played the bass line. bass written for a bass voice or instrument |
| 27051 |
Sharon's parents claim that the house is legally theirs. theirs used for referring to someone or something that belongs to or is connected with a particular group of people or animals that have already been mentioned |
| 27052 |
Your garden is big, but I think theirs is bigger. theirs used for referring to someone or something that belongs to or is connected with a particular group of people or animals that have already been mentioned |
| 27053 |
They introduced us to some friends of theirs. theirs of theirs used for referring to someone or something that belongs to or is connected with a particular group of people or animals that have already been mentioned |
| 27054 |
I haven't got my exam results yet, but everyone else has had theirs. theirs used instead of 'his or hers', especially when you are referring back to a word such as 'everyone', 'someone', or 'anyone' |
| 27055 |
Amanda sniffed and wiped her nose. sniff to breathe in noisily through your nose, for example because you have been crying |
| 27056 |
'It wasn't my fault!' he sniffed. sniff to breathe in noisily through your nose, for example because you have been crying |
| 27057 |
Henry sniffed at the flowers appreciatively. sniff sniff at to smell something |
| 27058 |
Critics tend to sniff at his music. sniff sniff at to criticize something, or to suggest it is not good enough for you |
| 27059 |
A 50,000 a year salary is not to be sniffed at! sniff not to be sniffed at very good, or good enough to consider having |
| 27060 |
Take a good sniff of that mountain air! sniff a sound or act of breathing in through your nose |
| 27061 |
Good writing avoids unnecessary repetition. repetition the act of repeating something |
| 27062 |
boring repetition of the same old exercises repetition the act of repeating something |
| 27063 |
They want to avoid a repetition of the damaging strikes of the previous decade. repetition repetition of something that happens in the same way as an earlier event |
| 27064 |
his eventual capture and imprisonment eventual happening or existing at the end of a process or period of time |
| 27065 |
Pierce lost to the eventual winner of the tournament. eventual happening or existing at the end of a process or period of time |
| 27066 |
a stockpile of guns and ammunition ammunition bullets, bombs etc that can be fired from a weapon |
| 27067 |
The recent news report provided more ammunition for opponents of GM foods. ammunition facts or evidence that can be used against someone in an argument |
| 27068 |
Wanstead is a suburb of London. suburb suburb of an area or town near a large city but away from its centre, where there are many houses, especially for middle-class people |
| 27069 |
Once we have kids, we'll probably move to the suburbs. suburb the suburbs an area or town near a large city but away from its centre, where there are many houses, especially for middle-class people |
| 27070 |
As a newcomer to the area, Paul was anxious to make friends. newcomer someone who has recently started to live or work somewhere, or who has just arrived in a place |
| 27071 |
Victoria came down the steps to greet the newcomers. newcomer someone who has recently started to live or work somewhere, or who has just arrived in a place |
| 27072 |
Edwards is the only newcomer in an otherwise experienced side. newcomer someone who has recently started to do something or be involved in something |
| 27073 |
organizations which are relative newcomers to competitive world markets newcomer used about products and companies |
| 27074 |
a holiday romance with a happy ending romance holiday office romance an exciting and usually short romantic relationship |
| 27075 |
Elaine and Michael married after a whirlwind romance. romance whirlwind romance (=a very sudden and exciting one) an exciting and usually short romantic relationship |
| 27076 |
She wasn't in a mood for romance. romance the feelings or behaviour typical of people who love each other |
| 27077 |
Despite the age gap, romance blossomed (=developed). romance the feelings or behaviour typical of people who love each other |
| 27078 |
a historical romance set in India romance a book or film about a romantic relationship |
| 27079 |
writers of romance romance books and films about romantic relationships |
| 27080 |
the romance of travel romance romance of a feeling of excitement that you get from new and slightly dangerous experiences |
| 27081 |
The large windows let in plenty of daylight. daylight the light outside that you see during the day |
| 27082 |
It was still daylight when we left. daylight the period of time during the day when it is light |
| 27083 |
I've been working so hard, I feel like I haven't seen daylight for weeks. daylight to see outside when it is daytime |
| 27084 |
Suddenly Sam saw daylight. daylight to understand something that you could not understand before |
| 27085 |
We have a warrant to search the house for drugs. warrant a document written by a judge that gives the police permission to do something, for example to arrest someone or to search a house |
| 27086 |
an arrest warrant warrant a document written by a judge that gives the police permission to do something, for example to arrest someone or to search a house |
| 27087 |
The court issued a warrant for his arrest. warrant a document written by a judge that gives the police permission to do something, for example to arrest someone or to search a house |
| 27088 |
a warrant for possession by the council warrant a document that gives someone official permission to do something |
| 27089 |
What he did was serious enough to warrant punishment. warrant to make an action seem reasonable or necessary |
| 27090 |
I don't think a visit to the doctor is warranted. warrant to make an action seem reasonable or necessary |
| 27091 |
The company must warrant that the goods meet high standards of construction. warrant warrant that to promise something |
| 27092 |
the dog's thick glossy fur fur the soft hair that covers the body of some animals |
| 27093 |
a black cloak trimmed with fur fur an animal skin covered with soft hair, used for making clothes |
| 27094 |
The original settlers traded furs and skins for food and tobacco. fur an animal skin covered with soft hair, used for making clothes |
| 27095 |
Loren arrived wearing an expensive-looking fur. fur a piece of clothing, especially a coat, that is made from fur |
| 27096 |
a fur coat hat collar fur made of fur, or relating to fur |
| 27097 |
the fur trade fur made of fur, or relating to fur |
| 27098 |
His violent death stunned the nation. stun to shock and surprise someone so much that they cannot react immediately |
| 27099 |
I was stunned to find that he'd left without us. stun to shock and surprise someone so much that they cannot react immediately |
| 27100 |
All of them were stunned by the news. stun stun at by to shock and surprise someone so much that they cannot react immediately |
| 27101 |
A mugger stunned him with a brick and stole his wallet. stun to hit someone so hard on the head that they cannot defend themselves or they become unconscious for a short time |
| 27102 |
Denise isn't very good at parking yet. parking the process of putting a vehicle into a place and leaving it there |
| 27103 |
I hope we can find a parking space. parking a parking space (=a place where you can park) the process of putting a vehicle into a place and leaving it there |
| 27104 |
It's hard to find parking near the school. parking space where motor vehicles can be left |
| 27105 |
The bugs in the software were a nuisance. nuisance something that is annoying and is a continuing problem |
| 27106 |
What a nuisance that we can't use the school hall. nuisance something that is annoying and is a continuing problem |
| 27107 |
These flies are a bit of a nuisance. nuisance a bit of a nuisance something that is annoying and is a continuing problem |
| 27108 |
Most people found him an awful nuisance. nuisance a person who causes some difficulty or trouble for someone else |
| 27109 |
I don't want to be a nuisance to anyone. nuisance a person who causes some difficulty or trouble for someone else |
| 27110 |
I hope the kids didn't make too much of a nuisance of themselves. nuisance make a nuisance of yourself to do something that causes difficulty or trouble for other people |
| 27111 |
a foolish mistake foolish lacking good sense and judgment |
| 27112 |
I did some stupid things when I was young and foolish. foolish lacking good sense and judgment |
| 27113 |
It would be foolish to change your mind now. foolish it is foolish to do something lacking good sense and judgment |
| 27114 |
That was a singularly foolish thing to do. foolish very singularly extremely foolish lacking good sense and judgment |
| 27115 |
I tried to ask a question, but just made myself look foolish. foolish embarrassed because of something stupid that you have done |
| 27116 |
I felt so foolish when I realized what I had done. foolish embarrassed because of something stupid that you have done |
| 27117 |
daffodil bulbs bulb the part of a plant that is shaped like an onion from which a flower grows. You plant bulbs in the ground |
| 27118 |
a balloon flight balloon a large strong bag filled with gas or hot air that can float in the air. Some balloons have a large basket hanging under them in which people can travel |
| 27119 |
Her coat ballooned round her in the wind. balloon to become larger and rounder in shape |
| 27120 |
Our expenses had ballooned. balloon to increase very quickly in amount or degree |
| 27121 |
Within weeks, the fighting had ballooned into full-scale war. balloon to increase very quickly in amount or degree |
| 27122 |
I've been having extraordinarily vivid dreams recently. vivid having or producing very clear and detailed images in the mind |
| 27123 |
I have a vivid memory of the first time we met. vivid vivid memory recollection having or producing very clear and detailed images in the mind |
| 27124 |
I loved my father's vivid descriptions of foreign cities. vivid a vivid description account having or producing very clear and detailed images in the mind |
| 27125 |
The novel paints a vivid picture of life in the jungle. vivid paint a vivid picture (=describe something very clearly) having or producing very clear and detailed images in the mind |
| 27126 |
The incident is a vivid illustration of the hysteria currently gripping the nation. vivid a vivid example of something shows very clearly that something exists or is true |
| 27127 |
vivid green leaves vivid a vivid colour is strong and bright |
| 27128 |
Marine fish have beautiful vivid colours. vivid a vivid colour is strong and bright |
| 27129 |
I still remember it vividly. vivid |
| 27130 |
He barged past me without looking. barge barge past through out etc to move in a fast careless way, often hitting people or things |
| 27131 |
spontaneous applause cheers spontaneous happening in a natural way without being planned or thought about |
| 27132 |
He was suddenly filled with tears of spontaneous emotion. spontaneous happening in a natural way without being planned or thought about |
| 27133 |
Ellie's one of the most spontaneous, fun-loving people I know. spontaneous used in a positive way about someone who often behaves in a natural and friendly way, without worrying about what they say or do |
| 27134 |
spontaneous wildfires spontaneous used about chemical or biological changes or processes that happen suddenly in a natural way |
| 27135 |
spontaneous contractions of the muscles in the oesophagus spontaneous used about chemical or biological changes or processes that happen suddenly in a natural way |
| 27136 |
human biology biology the natural processes that control how a living thing lives |
| 27137 |
Her lawyers are to seek an injunction preventing the deportation. injunction seek an injunction an order from a court that prevents someone from doing something |
| 27138 |
The court refused to grant an injunction. injunction grant an injunction an order from a court that prevents someone from doing something |
| 27139 |
The Home Secretary has obtained an injunction against the newspaper. injunction take out bring obtain an injunction against someone something an order from a court that prevents someone from doing something |
| 27140 |
The conditions in the camps were absolutely appalling. appalling very unpleasant and shocking |
| 27141 |
appalling weather appalling very bad or disappointing |
| 27142 |
The jokes were absolutely appalling. appalling very bad or disappointing |
| 27143 |
At peak times the airport is appallingly crowded. appalling |
| 27144 |
Much to everyone's amusement, someone hid his clothes while he was swimming. amusement a feeling of being amused |
| 27145 |
aesthetic qualities theories ideals aesthetic relating to beauty or to the study of the principles of beauty, especially in art |
| 27146 |
The design isn't particularly aesthetic, but at least it's practical. aesthetic nice to look at |
| 27147 |
an aesthetically pleasing performance aesthetic |
| 27148 |
a type of vegetation that is found only in this part of the world vegetation plants and trees |
| 27149 |
His brother was stabbed in the hand. stab to kill or hurt someone by pushing a knife or other sharp object into their body |
| 27150 |
One fan was stabbed to death in a fight between gangs. stab stab someone to death to kill or hurt someone by pushing a knife or other sharp object into their body |
| 27151 |
She stabbed the meat with her fork. stab to push a sharp object quickly into something |
| 27152 |
'Here!' she said, stabbing the book with her finger. stab to make a movement with your finger or a pointed object as if you are stabbing something, usually to emphasize something that you are saying |
| 27153 |
He stabbed at the paper with his pen. stab stab at to make a movement with your finger or a pointed object as if you are stabbing something, usually to emphasize something that you are saying |
| 27154 |
His words stabbed her to the heart. stab if someone's words stab you, they make you feel suddenly very sad or afraid |
| 27155 |
The new striker ran up and stabbed the ball home. stab to quickly push or kick a ball somewhere |
| 27156 |
When I was in trouble, all my friends stabbed me in the back. stab stab someone in the back to do something bad that is not loyal to someone who trusts you |
| 27157 |
He felt a stab of pain from his wounded leg. stab stab of a sudden feeling of pain |
| 27158 |
a stab of jealousy fear disappointment stab stab of a sudden feeling of a negative emotion |
| 27159 |
a stab wound stab an act of stabbing |
| 27160 |
There have been stabs at regulating Web content. stab an attempt to do something, especially when you have no experience of doing it |
| 27161 |
They decided to have a stab at fixing the car themselves. stab have make take a stab at something an attempt to do something, especially when you have no experience of doing it |
| 27162 |
Being replaced by her was a real stab in the back. stab a stab in the back behaviour that is bad and not loyal, especially from someone you trusted |
| 27163 |
Online bookshops were swamped with orders during the pre-Christmas rush. swamp swamp someone with something to give someone too much to deal with at one time |
| 27164 |
The hotel foyer was swamped by reporters and photographers. swamp to enter somewhere, or to surround someone, in very large numbers |
| 27165 |
Fear for her children threatened to swamp her. swamp to affect someone in a major way, so that they are almost unable to deal with their feelings or with a particular situation |
| 27166 |
I don't want to seem rude, but I'd rather be alone. rude not polite |
| 27167 |
It's rude to keep people waiting. rude it is rude to do something not polite |
| 27168 |
The way she stared was downright rude. rude downright rude (=extremely rude) not polite |
| 27169 |
He knows a few rude words in Italian. rude a rude word joke gesture offensive |
| 27170 |
a rude surprise shock rude used about things that happen suddenly and have a strong effect on you |
| 27171 |
a rude wooden bench rude made or designed in a simple way |
| 27172 |
He was seventy-five, and still in rude health. rude rude health very good health |
| 27173 |
I can't remember what I was saying before I was so rudely interrupted! rude |
| 27174 |
Falling sales in Thailand were offset by strong performances in other markets. offset to balance the effect of something, with the result that there is no advantage or disadvantage |
| 27175 |
Donations to charities can be offset against tax. offset offset something against something to balance the effect of something, with the result that there is no advantage or disadvantage |
| 27176 |
The second row of seats was slightly offset to one side. offset not straight, or not in a straight line |
| 27177 |
tax offsets offset something that balances the effect of something else, so that there is no advantage or disadvantage |
| 27178 |
a flock of sheep flock flock of a group of birds, sheep, or goats |
| 27179 |
The farmer kept a flock of geese. flock a group of birds, sheep, or goats |
| 27180 |
Flocks of people were lining up to see Nelson Mandela. flock flock of a large group of people |
| 27181 |
Tourists still flock to the Tower of London. flock to gather together in a large group, usually because there is something interesting or exciting |
| 27182 |
Let's show them what a bunch of amateurs they are. amateur someone who does not do something very well |
| 27183 |
amateur sports amateur done for pleasure instead of as a job |
| 27184 |
an amateur golfer photographer painter amateur used about someone who does something because they enjoy it and not as their job |
| 27185 |
a military police academy academy a school or college that teaches a particular subject or skill |
| 27186 |
the National Academy of Sciences academy an organization created to encourage interest and development in a particular subject, for example art, science, or literature |
| 27187 |
When the cooking time's up, the microwave will beep. beep if a piece of electronic equipment beeps, it makes a short high sound or several short high sounds |
| 27188 |
Please leave your message and phone number after the beep. beep a short high sound made by a piece of electronic equipment |
| 27189 |
People have accused us of fudging the issue. fudge to avoid giving a clear decision or answer |
| 27190 |
Journalists have always tended to fudge the facts. fudge to change the details of something, or to leave out information |
| 27191 |
Leave the beans to soak overnight. soak to put something into a liquid and leave it there for a period of time |
| 27192 |
She soaked the shirt in soapy water. soak soak something in something to put something into a liquid and leave it there for a period of time |
| 27193 |
The rain soaked our clothes. soak to make something very wet, or to become very wet |
| 27194 |
Blood was soaking through my glove. soak soak through into etc to make something very wet, or to become very wet |
| 27195 |
Our cats had a litter of six kittens. kitten a young cat |
| 27196 |
I'd better give Mum a ring – she'll be having kittens. kitten have kittens to be very nervous, worried, or upset |
| 27197 |
The child was so thin you could see its ribs. rib one of the long curved bones that are in your chest |
| 27198 |
He suffered bruising and a cracked rib. rib one of the long curved bones that are in your chest |
| 27199 |
barbecued ribs rib a piece of meat that is attached to the rib of an animal |
| 27200 |
His friends used to rib him about his ponytail. rib to joke about someone in a friendly way that makes them slightly embarrassed |
| 27201 |
a mighty empire mighty very large, powerful, or impressive |
| 27202 |
With a mighty kick, he broke down the door. mighty very large, powerful, or impressive |
| 27203 |
I came mighty close to hitting him. mighty very |
| 27204 |
a mighty impressive sight mighty very |
| 27205 |
a chicken lamb vegetable curry curry an Indian food consisting of meat or vegetables cooked in a sauce with a hot flavour, often eaten with rice |
| 27206 |
Curry is rapidly becoming the UK's favourite dish. curry an Indian food consisting of meat or vegetables cooked in a sauce with a hot flavour, often eaten with rice |
| 27207 |
Big tax cuts are often proposed to curry favour with voters. curry curry favour (with someone) to try to make someone like you or give you something |
| 27208 |
Dino leaned over and spat on the ground. spit to force some of the clear liquid called saliva out from your mouth |
| 27209 |
The woman spat and shouted insults as they passed by. spit to force some of the clear liquid called saliva out from your mouth |
| 27210 |
Kerry spat the sauce back onto her plate. spit to force something such as food or drink out from your mouth, especially because it is unpleasant or harmful |
| 27211 |
The machine spat chips of wood onto the ground. spit to make a series of quick loud noises, especially when forcing small pieces of something into the air |
| 27212 |
mud spitting from the tyres of our bikes spit to make a series of quick loud noises, especially when forcing small pieces of something into the air |
| 27213 |
It's just spitting. spit to rain just a little |
| 27214 |
Politicians spat insults at each other during the debate. spit to say something quickly and angrily |
| 27215 |
I work within spitting distance of the museum. spit within spitting distance (of something) next to or extremely near something |
| 27216 |
lamb roasted on a spit spit a long sharp piece of metal used for holding and turning meat as it cooks over a fire |
| 27217 |
sea foam foam a lot of bubbles that stick together on the surface of a liquid and usually look white |
| 27218 |
bath foam foam a thick substance containing a lot of bubbles, used for cleaning, washing, or stopping fires |
| 27219 |
insulating foam foam a soft light rubber or plastic substance containing many very small holes, used especially for making furniture more comfortable |
| 27220 |
foam mattresses pillows cushions foam a soft light rubber or plastic substance containing many very small holes, used especially for making furniture more comfortable |
| 27221 |
Traditionalists, as you would expect, are foaming at the mouth. foam to be very angry |
| 27222 |
He had the gall to call me a bad parent! gall have the gall to do something an attitude towards other people that shows a lack of respect or care for their needs |
| 27223 |
The doctor gave me a prescription for antibiotics. prescription a piece of paper that a doctor gives you that says what type of medicine you need |
| 27224 |
Prescription charges have risen again. prescription prescription charge (=the fixed amount that you have to pay for a prescription) a particular medicine that a doctor has told you to take |
| 27225 |
a prescription for economic recovery prescription prescription for a plan that will help to you achieve something, or that will have a particular result |
| 27226 |
Morishita described the policy as 'a prescription for disaster'. prescription a plan that will help to you achieve something, or that will have a particular result |
| 27227 |
Use paracetamol syrup to reduce fever in infants. fever a medical condition in which the temperature of your body is very high and you feel ill |
| 27228 |
Tom had a high fever all week. fever have a fever a medical condition in which the temperature of your body is very high and you feel ill |
| 27229 |
The whole country was in the grip of election fever. fever strong excitement and enthusiasm that affects a lot of people |
| 27230 |
I was in a fever of excitement. fever a very excited or nervous feeling |
| 27231 |
The Earth rotates barely perceptibly on its axis. axis an imaginary line through the middle of an object such as a planet, round which it seems to spin |
| 27232 |
an axis of symmetry axis an imaginary line that divides a square, circle, or other regular shape into two equal halves |
| 27233 |
the vertical horizontal axis axis in mathematics, one of the two fixed lines used for showing measurements or finding the position of points on a graph |
| 27234 |
the Paris-Berlin axis axis an agreement between two or more countries or people that gives them power or influence |
| 27235 |
The children were sitting eating jelly and ice cream. jelly a soft sweet food made from fruit juice, sugar, and gelatine that you can see through and that shakes when you touch it |
| 27236 |
blackcurrant jelly jelly a sweet sticky food that is made from boiled fruit juice and sugar and is often spread on bread |
| 27237 |
petroleum jelly jelly a soft sticky substance |
| 27238 |
With legs slowly turning to jelly, I skied down the steep slope. jelly turn to feel like jelly if your legs or another part of your body turn to jelly or feel like jelly, they suddenly feel very weak because you are nervous or frightened |
| 27239 |
Nearby colleges are a reservoir of talent for employers. reservoir reservoir of a large quantity of something that can be used |
| 27240 |
We hadn't grasped the magnitude of the task we were facing. magnitude great size, importance, or effect |
| 27241 |
a world crisis of considerable magnitude magnitude great size, importance, or effect |
| 27242 |
I'll just rinse my hands. rinse to wash something quickly, especially in flowing water, in order to remove soap or dirt |
| 27243 |
Ella rinsed her hair thoroughly. rinse to wash something quickly, especially in flowing water, in order to remove soap or dirt |
| 27244 |
Larry rinsed the lather from his skin. rinse to remove soap or dirt from something with water |
| 27245 |
Just give that cup and saucer a rinse, will you? rinse a quick wash, especially in flowing water |
| 27246 |
The codes are given in brackets. bracket in brackets one of a pair of symbols ( ), used in writing or mathematics for showing that the piece of information or set of numbers between them can be considered separately. The American word is parenthesis |
| 27247 |
people in the 75,000–100,000 bracket bracket one of the groups that people or things are divided into, according to a feature such as income |
| 27248 |
Philip saw that another name was bracketed with his. bracket bracket something with something to join lines of writing with a bracket to show that they belong together or should be considered together |
| 27249 |
Don't bracket me with your greedy relations. bracket bracket someone something with someone something to consider people or things as members of the same group |
| 27250 |
William fell to the ground, writhing in agony. agony in agony great pain |
| 27251 |
She had to go through the agony of leaving her children. agony agony of a strong and unpleasant feeling, especially great worry or sadness |
| 27252 |
Waiting for the results was agony. agony be agony a strong and unpleasant feeling, especially great worry or sadness |
| 27253 |
I was in an agony of embarrassment. agony in an agony of literary a strong and unpleasant feeling, especially great worry or sadness |
| 27254 |
There's no point in prolonging the agony – just tell her. agony prolong the agony to make an unpleasant feeling last longer, especially by making someone wait |
| 27255 |
We strive to be accurate, but some mistakes are inevitable. strive strive to do something to make a lot of effort to achieve something |
| 27256 |
women who were striving for more freedom strive strive for to make a lot of effort to achieve something |
| 27257 |
Everyone looked at him strangely. strangely in an unusual way |
| 27258 |
Strangely, I knew he wouldn't hurt me. strangely used for saying that something is surprising or unusual |
| 27259 |
Strangely enough, it turned out that I'd already met her. strangely strangely enough used for saying that something is true, even though it is surprising or unusual |
| 27260 |
an arsenal of guns ammunition nuclear weapons arsenal a large collection of weapons and military equipment |
| 27261 |
In its arsenal of evidence, the government has more than 1,000 hours of taped phone calls. arsenal arsenal of a large collection of things you can use to achieve a particular purpose |
| 27262 |
Britain, France, and Germany were among the countries pledging their support. pledge pledge support to promise seriously and publicly to do something |
| 27263 |
He has pledged to fight for a fairer system. pledge pledge to do something to promise seriously and publicly to do something |
| 27264 |
The President has pledged that putting the economy right will be his top priority. pledge pledge that to promise seriously and publicly to do something |
| 27265 |
They have pledged themselves to root out state corruption. pledge pledge someone yourself to do something to promise seriously and publicly to do something |
| 27266 |
The international community pledged $500 million for economic reconstruction. pledge to promise a certain amount of money for a particular purpose |
| 27267 |
His home is pledged as security against the loans. pledge to give something valuable to someone as a way of promising that you will pay them money later |
| 27268 |
Sunday's vote was a test of the new president's pledge of fair elections. pledge a serious and public promise to do something |
| 27269 |
a campaign pledge to cut taxes pledge campaign election pledge (=a promise made during an election) a serious and public promise to do something |
| 27270 |
The rebels had failed to keep a pledge to release the two men. pledge make keep break a pledge to do something a serious and public promise to do something |
| 27271 |
a pledge of 250 to cancer research pledge an amount of money that you have promised to give an organization |
| 27272 |
These plants do best in fertile, moist soil. moist slightly wet |
| 27273 |
moist apple cake moist slightly wet |
| 27274 |
Her skin felt moist. moist slightly wet |
| 27275 |
The island was invaded during the war. invade to take or send an army into another country in order to get control of it |
| 27276 |
They received information that the Americans were preparing to invade. invade to take or send an army into another country in order to get control of it |
| 27277 |
Cannes was invaded this week by top names from the film industry. invade to enter a place, especially in large numbers or in a way that causes problems |
| 27278 |
The infected cells can invade healthy tissue. invade to spread to a part of the body and cause damage there |
| 27279 |
Closed-circuit TV cameras seem to be invading every aspect of our lives. invade to get involved in someone's life without their permission |
| 27280 |
Investigators were spying on people's homes and invading their privacy. invade invade someone's privacy to get involved in someone's life without their permission |
| 27281 |
The memory of their last meeting kept invading his thoughts. invade to affect someone in an annoying way that they cannot ignore |
| 27282 |
Grandad sat in the corner and puffed on his pipe. puff puff on at to smoke a cigarette, pipe etc |
| 27283 |
He was puffing a bit when he reached the top. puff to breathe or blow out air noisily, especially because you have been running, climbing etc |
| 27284 |
The little train puffed along. puff puff along up down etc to move while making a sound like someone breathing noisily |
| 27285 |
'How dare you?' he puffed. puff to say something in a way that shows you are annoyed and offended, especially when this makes you look rather silly |
| 27286 |
She put the cigarette out after a few puffs. puff the action of breathing in smoke from a cigarette, pipe etc |
| 27287 |
Her breath came in short painful puffs. puff the action of blowing or breathing out air so that it makes a sound |
| 27288 |
the puff, puff of the old steam engine puff a sound like someone blowing or breathing out air |
| 27289 |
We ran out of puff before we got to the top of the hill. puff enough breath or strength to do something |
| 27290 |
There was a small bang, and then a puff of blue smoke. puff puff of a small amount of smoke, wind, or air that comes and goes quickly |
| 27291 |
a cheese cream puff puff a type of small pie made of pastry with something soft inside |
| 27292 |
The doctor has told me to avoid dairy. dairy dairy products |
| 27293 |
dairy cows cattle dairy involved or used in producing milk or foods made from milk |
| 27294 |
a dairy farm farmer dairy involved or used in producing milk or foods made from milk |
| 27295 |
Her tale of woe struck a chord with Edward. chord strike touch a chord (with someone) to produce an emotion such as sympathy in someone |
| 27296 |
Do you think this dress will shrink if I handwash it? shrink to become smaller in size |
| 27297 |
Many people shrink in old age. shrink to become smaller in size |
| 27298 |
The treatment will shrink the tumour. shrink to make something smaller in size |
| 27299 |
The company's profit margins shrank from 32.5 per cent to 17 per cent. shrink to become smaller in amount, value, or range |
| 27300 |
Numbers of butterflies are shrinking rapidly as the environment changes. shrink shrink rapidly dramatically fast to become smaller in amount, value, or range |
| 27301 |
The UN was urged to shrink its peacekeeping presence in Rwanda. shrink to make something smaller in amount, value, or range |
| 27302 |
He shrank away from her touch. shrink shrink away back to move back or away from someone or something, especially because you are frightened or nervous |
| 27303 |
Some mushrooms contain poison. poison a substance that can kill you or make you ill if you eat, drink, or breathe it |
| 27304 |
rat poison (=poison used for killing rats) poison a substance that can kill you or make you ill if you eat, drink, or breathe it |
| 27305 |
Capitalism is regarded as a poison that is destroying the traditional way of life. poison something that has a negative effect |
| 27306 |
The look she gave me was pure poison. poison words or actions that express the feeling of hating someone |
| 27307 |
He was suspected of poisoning his wife. poison to kill someone or make them very ill by giving them poison |
| 27308 |
They have threatened to poison the city's drinking water. poison to put poison into food or drink because you want to kill someone or make them ill |
| 27309 |
Waste from the factories is poisoning the water supply. poison to create pollution that damages part of the environment |
| 27310 |
The decision had poisoned relations between Britain and France. poison to have a bad influence on something |
| 27311 |
Do you believe that television is poisoning the minds of our children? poison poison someone's mind to have a bad influence on something |
| 27312 |
I'm not sending a gift – I think a card will suffice. suffice to be enough |
| 27313 |
Two examples should suffice to prove this point. suffice suffice to do something to be enough |
| 27314 |
Suffice it to say that working with Kelvin was not a very pleasant experience. suffice suffice (it) to say (that) used for saying that the statement that you are making contains your main idea, although you could say more about it |
| 27315 |
Nervous tension was radiating from her. radiate to show a particular feeling or attitude in your expression or behaviour |
| 27316 |
the heat radiated by the sun radiate to produce energy in the form of electromagnetic waves such as heat, light, or radio waves |
| 27317 |
an altar standing on marble pillars pillar a thick strong upright post that supports part of a building |
| 27318 |
a pillar of rock smoke pillar pillar of something that is tall and thin |
| 27319 |
Mr Henderson is a pillar of society. pillar a pillar of society the community the establishment someone who is important and respected within a group |
| 27320 |
You've been a pillar of strength to me. pillar a pillar of strength support someone who has a strong character and helps or supports other people |
| 27321 |
The treaty is a pillar of arms control in the nuclear age. pillar pillar of an important idea, principle, or belief |
| 27322 |
The children were passed around from pillar to post during the divorce. pillar from pillar to post to a lot of different places or people in a way that is not organized or helpful |
| 27323 |
My granny always did the washing on Mondays. washing do the washing clothes that need to be washed |
| 27324 |
The dog was sitting upright on its hind legs. upright sitting or standing with a straight back |
| 27325 |
Jenny sat bolt upright when she heard the noise. upright sit stand bolt upright (=suddenly sit or stand very straight) sitting or standing with a straight back |
| 27326 |
Farrell drew himself upright and shook hands with us. upright pull draw yourself upright (=stand or sit up straight) sitting or standing with a straight back |
| 27327 |
Pictures were propped upright against all the walls. upright in or into a straight standing position |
| 27328 |
We struggled to keep the boat upright. upright in or into a steady correct position |
| 27329 |
Walker's shot hit the upright (=one of the two tall parts of the goal frame). upright a tall post or other tall thin part of a larger structure, used especially for supporting something |
| 27330 |
an upright vacuum cleaner upright straight and tall |
| 27331 |
Prop up the canvas in an upright position. upright straight and tall |
| 27332 |
an upright citizen upright someone who is upright always behaves in an honest way |
| 27333 |
The corpse had a hideous grin on its face. hideous very ugly or frightening in appearance |
| 27334 |
I look hideous in that picture! hideous used for emphasizing that someone or something is not attractive |
| 27335 |
a hideous accident hideous very unpleasant |
| 27336 |
His eye is hideously swollen. hideous |
| 27337 |
I need a new outfit for the wedding. outfit a set of clothes that are worn together |
| 27338 |
Is this a nationwide company, or a local outfit? outfit an organization, especially a small firm |
| 27339 |
a van that is outfitted with modems and laptop computers outfit to provide someone or something with the clothes or equipment that they need for a particular purpose |
| 27340 |
an innovative approach innovative new, original, and advanced |
| 27341 |
designs full of innovative ideas innovative new, original, and advanced |
| 27342 |
an innovative young film director innovative inventing or using new ideas, methods, equipment etc |
| 27343 |
the Amazon jungle jungle a thick tropical forest |
| 27344 |
We had to cut our way through dense jungle. jungle a thick tropical forest |
| 27345 |
a jungle clearing track camp jungle a thick tropical forest |
| 27346 |
The back garden was a complete jungle. jungle a garden or other place that has a lot of plants in it growing in an uncontrolled way |
| 27347 |
This city is a jungle. jungle a place or situation that is unpleasant because people are trying to achieve things for themselves and are not helping each other |
| 27348 |
You'll never get another job – it's a jungle out there. jungle a place or situation that is unpleasant because people are trying to achieve things for themselves and are not helping each other |
| 27349 |
a tranquil setting scene village tranquil calm, still, and quiet |
| 27350 |
a scene of peace and tranquillity tranquil |
| 27351 |
He put on his jacket and straightened his tie. straighten to make something straight |
| 27352 |
people who have fled from oppressive regimes oppressive oppressive leaders, governments, or laws treat people unfairly or in a cruel way |
| 27353 |
oppressive levels of taxation oppressive oppressive leaders, governments, or laws treat people unfairly or in a cruel way |
| 27354 |
Please restrain yourself from coughing during the performance. restrain to prevent someone or yourself from doing something |
| 27355 |
The passenger had to be restrained by four members of the cabin crew. restrain to physically control the movements of a person or animal |
| 27356 |
They supported the idea of monarchy as the natural state of things. monarchy a type of government in which a country is ruled by a king or queen |
| 27357 |
a herd of cattle herd herd of a large group of animals of the same type that live and move about together |
| 27358 |
herds of elephants herd a large group of animals of the same type that live and move about together |
| 27359 |
Every summer he worked on his uncle's farm, herding sheep. herd to make a group of animals move together to another place |
| 27360 |
Tourists were herded from room to room through the museum. herd to move people as a group from one place to another |
| 27361 |
It was a blatant attempt to influence the judges. blatant done in an obvious way that shows you are not embarrassed or ashamed to be doing something bad or illegal |
| 27362 |
blatant disregard for the feelings of the bereaved family blatant done in an obvious way that shows you are not embarrassed or ashamed to be doing something bad or illegal |
| 27363 |
a supporting role supporting used about a part in a play or film that is important but is not the main part |
| 27364 |
She won an Academy Award for best supporting actress. supporting used about a part in a play or film that is important but is not the main part |
| 27365 |
a supporting beam wall supporting holding the weight of something, especially in a building |
| 27366 |
supporting evidence arguments supporting helping to prove that a theory or claim is true |
| 27367 |
Cook the spinach over a moderate heat. moderate neither very great nor very small in amount, size, strength, or degree |
| 27368 |
This month has seen a moderate increase in house prices. moderate moderate increase loss growth neither very great nor very small in amount, size, strength, or degree |
| 27369 |
She was on the moderate wing of the party. moderate reasonable and avoiding extreme opinions or actions |
| 27370 |
The tone of his speech was quite moderate. moderate reasonable and avoiding extreme opinions or actions |
| 27371 |
a moderate drinker (=of alcohol) moderate doing, eating, or drinking only sensible amounts of something |
| 27372 |
When Melanie came in, they moderated their language. moderate to make something less extreme, or to become less extreme |
| 27373 |
The pace of economic expansion has moderated. moderate to make something less extreme, or to become less extreme |
| 27374 |
The party is deeply divided between moderates and extremists. moderate someone whose opinions and actions are reasonable and not extreme, especially in politics |
| 27375 |
She knelt in front of the fire to warm herself. kneel to put one or both knees on the ground |
| 27376 |
I knelt down on the floor beside her. kneel to put one or both knees on the ground |
| 27377 |
He was kneeling at her feet, gazing up at her. kneel to have one or both knees on the ground |
| 27378 |
a guy with a huge ego ego the opinion that you have of yourself and your own importance |
| 27379 |
She needed something to boost her ego. ego boost someone's ego (=make them feel more confident) the opinion that you have of yourself and your own importance |
| 27380 |
The occurrence left him with a badly bruised ego. ego a bruised ego (=a loss of confidence) the opinion that you have of yourself and your own importance |
| 27381 |
ministerial powers colleagues meetings ministerial relating to the job of being a government minister |
| 27382 |
These milk cartons are a real bitch to open. bitch something difficult or unpleasant |
| 27383 |
What's his latest bitch? bitch a complaint about someone or something |
| 27384 |
We had a good bitch about Steve while he was out. bitch a conversation in which people complain or say unkind or cruel things about someone else |
| 27385 |
Who are you two bitching about now? bitch bitch about to complain or say unkind things about someone or something, especially about someone who is not present |
| 27386 |
East Asian farmers grew 30 million tons of wheat last year. wheat a tall plant that produces grain for making bread and other foods |
| 27387 |
wheat farm field crop harvest wheat a tall plant that produces grain for making bread and other foods |
| 27388 |
shredded cracked bulgur wheat wheat wheat grains, or food made from them |
| 27389 |
wheat flour wheat wheat grains, or food made from them |
| 27390 |
She staggered and fell. stagger to walk in an uncontrolled way, as if you are going to fall over |
| 27391 |
He gave her a slight push, and she staggered backwards. stagger stagger backwards towards into out of to walk in an uncontrolled way, as if you are going to fall over |
| 27392 |
Ruth staggered out of her bedroom to pick up the phone. stagger to walk in an uncontrolled way, as if you are going to fall over |
| 27393 |
The man staggered to his feet and ran away. stagger stagger to your feet to walk in an uncontrolled way, as if you are going to fall over |
| 27394 |
Rory was staggered by his answer. stagger to surprise and shock someone |
| 27395 |
He staggers on as president, despite his increasing frailty. stagger to continue doing something despite great difficulty |
| 27396 |
The museum is staggering under debts of nearly 5 million. stagger to continue doing something despite great difficulty |
| 27397 |
staggered working hours stagger to arrange for events or activities to start at different times |
| 27398 |
There was much anger over the bombardment of the capital city. bombardment an attack on a place made by dropping bombs from planes or by firing large guns for a long time |
| 27399 |
Rebel fighters are still holding out under a relentless artillery bombardment. bombardment aerial artillery bombardment (=by planes or large guns) an attack on a place made by dropping bombs from planes or by firing large guns for a long time |
| 27400 |
He was subjected to a constant media bombardment. bombardment a situation in which someone gets a lot of things such as questions, letters, or information to deal with |
| 27401 |
The path snakes through the trees and up the hill. snake snake through around etc to move in or have a series of long curves |
| 27402 |
The price includes a buffet, all drinks, and live entertainment. buffet a meal at which all the food is put on a table and people go and choose what they want |
| 27403 |
a buffet lunch supper buffet a meal at which all the food is put on a table and people go and choose what they want |
| 27404 |
All night the wind and rain buffeted the sides of the tent. buffet to keep hitting against something with a lot of force |
| 27405 |
a box of chocolates tied with gold ribbon ribbon a long narrow piece of coloured cloth or paper, usually used as a decoration or to tie something |
| 27406 |
The river appeared as a ribbon of blue between the mountains. ribbon ribbon of something with a long narrow flat shape |
| 27407 |
The curtains were torn to ribbons. ribbon cut tear etc something to ribbons to cut tear etc something very badly |
| 27408 |
The delegates were shown computer models used for simulating battle conditions. simulate to produce the features of something in a way that seems real but is not |
| 27409 |
training exercises that simulated a medical emergency simulate to produce the features of something in a way that seems real but is not |
| 27410 |
paper board that simulates wood simulate to have features or qualities that are similar to a particular substance |
| 27411 |
He lifted his hands in a gesture meant to simulate amazement. simulate to pretend to feel or think something |
| 27412 |
They dismiss the idea that high tax rates are economically harmful. economically relating to economics or to the economy of a particular country or region |
| 27413 |
Politically and economically, the country is going through enormous changes. economically relating to economics or to the economy of a particular country or region |
| 27414 |
an economically important industry economically relating to economics or to the economy of a particular country or region |
| 27415 |
help for some of the country's economically depressed communities economically economically depressed devastated disadvantaged (=experiencing a lot of economic problems) relating to economics or to the economy of a particular country or region |
| 27416 |
The project is both technically and economically feasible. economically in ways relating to money |
| 27417 |
Is your life going to be economically better than your parents' lives? economically in ways relating to money |
| 27418 |
He was still economically dependent on his mother. economically in ways relating to money |
| 27419 |
economically active people (=who are earning money) economically in ways relating to money |
| 27420 |
The average domestic heating system could be run much more economically. economically in a careful way, so that there is very little waste |
| 27421 |
You can equip yourself with the necessary tools quite economically. economically in a way that does not cost much money |
| 27422 |
Your tie's crooked. crooked not straight |
| 27423 |
a crooked smile nose teeth crooked not straight |
| 27424 |
a crooked lawyer crooked dishonest and likely to do illegal things, especially in order to get money |
| 27425 |
crooked deals crooked dishonest and likely to do illegal things, especially in order to get money |
| 27426 |
Jane was unwilling to admit she was wrong. unwilling unwilling to do something if you are unwilling to do something, you do not want to do it or you refuse to do it |
| 27427 |
The government seems unable or unwilling to make further concessions. unwilling if you are unwilling to do something, you do not want to do it or you refuse to do it |
| 27428 |
She always claimed she was an unwilling participant in the incident. unwilling involved in doing something that you do not want to do |
| 27429 |
She unwillingly agreed to go with them. unwilling |
| 27430 |
The government has shown an unwillingness to negotiate on this issue. unwilling |
| 27431 |
Scottish nationalism nationalism the wish for political independence of a group of people with the same language, culture, history etc |
| 27432 |
The leaders discussed the danger posed by an upsurge of extreme nationalism. nationalism the belief that your nation is better than other nations |
| 27433 |
a humiliating mistake humiliating making you feel very embarrassed and ashamed |
| 27434 |
She enjoys music, reading, and knitting. knitting the activity or process of knitting things |
| 27435 |
a knitting machine pattern knitting the activity or process of knitting things |
| 27436 |
I always take my knitting when I travel. knitting something that is being knitted |
| 27437 |
'You've been so kind,' she said, her voice heavy with irony. irony a form of humour in which you use words to express the opposite of what the words really mean |
| 27438 |
His writing contains a cheerful touch of irony. irony a touch trace hint of irony a form of humour in which you use words to express the opposite of what the words really mean |
| 27439 |
By a cruel irony, General Franklin was killed at the very moment of his army's great victory. irony tragic bitter cruel irony a strange, funny, or sad situation in which things happen in the opposite way to what you would expect |
| 27440 |
The irony is that it would have been faster to have taken the back roads after all. irony the irony (of something) is that a strange, funny, or sad situation in which things happen in the opposite way to what you would expect |
| 27441 |
Depression often responds to suitable treatment and sympathetic handling. handling the way in which someone deals with a particular situation, problem, or person |
| 27442 |
The government was criticized for its handling of the crisis. handling handling of the way in which someone deals with a particular situation, problem, or person |
| 27443 |
food handling handling the way in which you touch, use, or deal with something, especially with your hands |
| 27444 |
The safe handling of waste is now a legal requirement. handling handling of the way in which you touch, use, or deal with something, especially with your hands |
| 27445 |
a sophisticated cargo handling and distribution network handling the management or movement of goods |
| 27446 |
Data handling skills are in short supply. handling the way in which someone or something processes and manages information |
| 27447 |
The car's ride and handling are poor. handling the handling of a vehicle is how easy it is to control |
| 27448 |
The speech had the desired aim of enthusing staff. desired used about things that people want to have or achieve |
| 27449 |
It was soon clear that the measures were not having the desired effect. desired the desired effect used about things that people want to have or achieve |
| 27450 |
silicone breast implants implant an object that doctors put into someone's body during a medical operation |
| 27451 |
The fertilized eggs are implanted in the mother's womb. implant implant something in something to put something into someone's body in a medical operation |
| 27452 |
It is impossible for these moral values to be implanted in people by force. implant to put an idea or attitude into someone's mind so that it influences their character or behaviour |
| 27453 |
a B-52 bomber bomber a large military plane that drops bombs |
| 27454 |
bomber pilots bomber a large military plane that drops bombs |
| 27455 |
a low voltage power line voltage the amount of power in an electric current, measured in volts |
| 27456 |
a sudden drop in mains voltage voltage the amount of power in an electric current, measured in volts |
| 27457 |
An unusually large number of our students passed this year. unusually extremely: used for emphasizing that something is not what you would normally expect |
| 27458 |
Unusually for these parts, there was warm sunshine on Christmas day. unusually in a way that is not usual or typical |
| 27459 |
Boris seemed unusually quiet. unusually in a way that is not usual or typical |
| 27460 |
toast and marmalade toast bread that has been heated until its outside is brown and hard |
| 27461 |
a slice of toast toast bread that has been heated until its outside is brown and hard |
| 27462 |
beans cheese tomatoes on toast toast bread that has been heated until its outside is brown and hard |
| 27463 |
We drank a toast to the happy couple. toast drink a toast to someone an occasion when people all drink together and say someone's name in order to express their admiration or their good wishes |
| 27464 |
He proposed a toast to the marketing team. toast propose a toast (=say that people should have a toast) an occasion when people all drink together and say someone's name in order to express their admiration or their good wishes |
| 27465 |
If she finds out, we're toast. toast be toast to be going to have serious problems, for example because you will be severely punished |
| 27466 |
The next day she was the toast of Paris, with wonderful reviews in all the newspapers. toast be the toast of something to be very popular in a particular place or group |
| 27467 |
The embargo has caused a lot of suffering to ordinary people. suffering mental or physical pain or problems |
| 27468 |
She told of her sufferings at the hands of her oppressors. suffering mental or physical pain or problems |
| 27469 |
a cotton silk nylon blouse blouse a shirt for women |
| 27470 |
a sleeveless blouse blouse a shirt for women |
| 27471 |
She's the most technically accomplished player in the tournament. technically in a way that involves or shows skill in doing something |
| 27472 |
Technically the war was over, but not all the fighting ceased immediately. technically according to a strict way of understanding the meaning of a rule or a set of facts |
| 27473 |
The use of an alternative fuel is not technically feasible. technically in a way that involves the practical use of skills, processes, machines, or substances in science and industry |
| 27474 |
The virus erases all the files stored on your hard drive. erase to remove all the information stored on a computer disk, or all the sound or pictures recorded on a tape |
| 27475 |
A successful campaign would erase doubts about his suitability for the job. erase to get rid of an unpleasant memory, feeling, or thought |
| 27476 |
They tried to erase all evidence of his existence. erase to destroy something completely |
| 27477 |
The information needs to be presented in a meaningful way. meaningful with a clear meaning |
| 27478 |
a meaningful debate discussion meaningful serious, useful, or important |
| 27479 |
a dignified and meaningful ceremony meaningful serious, useful, or important |
| 27480 |
a meaningful look glance gesture meaningful expressing a clear feeling or thought without words |
| 27481 |
The teacher would read aloud to the group. aloud loud enough for other people to hear |
| 27482 |
a paint that gives a high (=very shiny) gloss gloss the shiny surface of something such as paper, paint, or a photograph |
| 27483 |
lip gloss gloss a substance you put on something to make it shine |
| 27484 |
Some of the very technical words will need a gloss. gloss a short explanation of what something means |
| 27485 |
Both sides attempted to put the best possible gloss on the agreement. gloss put a gloss on something a way of describing something that makes it seem better than it really is |
| 27486 |
The newspapers all gave their own gloss on the president's offer. gloss the way in which someone understands or explains something |
| 27487 |
heavily glossed lips gloss to put a substance on something to make it look shiny |
| 27488 |
I didn't mean it: I was only teasing. tease to say something to someone in order to have fun by embarrassing or annoying them slightly in either a friendly or an unkind way |
| 27489 |
John's always teasing me about my accent. tease tease someone about someone something to say something to someone in order to have fun by embarrassing or annoying them slightly in either a friendly or an unkind way |
| 27490 |
The wool is teased into longer and straighter fibres. tease to separate a group or knot of pieces of hair, string etc into individual pieces |
| 27491 |
He's just a tease. Ignore him. tease someone who says something to you in order to have fun by embarrassing or annoying you slightly in either a friendly or an unkind way |
| 27492 |
It really gets my goat – the way she keeps interrupting all the time. goat get someone's goat to annoy someone |
| 27493 |
All our courses can be tailored to the needs of individuals. tailor tailor something to for to make or change something especially for a particular person or purpose |
| 27494 |
computer software that is specially tailored for schools tailor tailor something to for to make or change something especially for a particular person or purpose |
| 27495 |
This section provides a conceptual framework for the tasks. conceptual relating to ideas and principles |
| 27496 |
They said they'd had another offer, but we knew they were just bluffing. bluff to deliberately give a false idea to someone about what you intend to do, or about the facts of a situation, especially in order to gain an advantage |
| 27497 |
She managed to bluff her way past the guards, by saying she was a journalist. bluff bluff your way past into out of etc to deliberately give a false idea to someone about what you intend to do, or about the facts of a situation, especially in order to gain an advantage |
| 27498 |
She said she would leave her job, but it was just a bluff. bluff an attempt to give a false idea to someone about what you intend to do, or about the facts of a situation, especially in order to gain an advantage |
| 27499 |
The offer was pure bluff. bluff an attempt to give a false idea to someone about what you intend to do, or about the facts of a situation, especially in order to gain an advantage |
| 27500 |
He threatened to resign, and they called his bluff. bluff call someone's bluff to ask someone to do what they are threatening to do because you believe they do not intend to do it, but want to trick you in order to gain an advantage over you |
| 27501 |
His bluff manner of speaking put off some people. bluff used about the behaviour of such a person |
| 27502 |
Such a policy would inflict severe hardship and suffering. inflict to cause something unpleasant to happen |
| 27503 |
the environmental damage we are inflicting on the Earth inflict inflict something on someone something to cause something unpleasant to happen |
| 27504 |
the relatives who usually inflict themselves on you at Christmas inflict inflict yourself on someone to be with someone who does not want to be with you |
| 27505 |
I attended the service but didn't take communion. communion take receive communion (=eat the bread and drink the wine) a Christian ceremony in which people eat bread and drink wine in order to remember the last supper of Jesus Christ |
| 27506 |
the Anglican communion communion a group of people or churches with the same religious beliefs |
| 27507 |
It was a performance that had spectators roaring in appreciation. roar if a crowd of people roar, they all shout at the same time because they are angry or excited |
| 27508 |
'Come here at once,' he roared. roar to say something in a loud, deep, angry voice |
| 27509 |
He threw back his head and roared with laughter. roar roar with laughter to laugh very loudly |
| 27510 |
Military planes and helicopters roared overhead. roar to make a continuous, very loud noise |
| 27511 |
We heard the roar from inside the stadium. roar the noise that a crowd of people make when they are angry or excited |
| 27512 |
the deafening roar of the sea roar a loud noise made by something such as an engine or a storm |
| 27513 |
the Andromeda galaxy galaxy an extremely large group of stars and planets |
| 27514 |
Edwin Hubble discovered that distant galaxies are moving away from us. galaxy an extremely large group of stars and planets |
| 27515 |
This city has produced a galaxy of soccer talent. galaxy a large number of famous people |
| 27516 |
The judge described the incident as an act of folly. folly a way of thinking or behaving that is stupid and careless, and likely to have bad results |
| 27517 |
It is absolute folly to go mountain climbing without the proper equipment. folly it is folly to do something a way of thinking or behaving that is stupid and careless, and likely to have bad results |
| 27518 |
She soon realized the folly of her actions. folly the folly of (doing) something a way of thinking or behaving that is stupid and careless, and likely to have bad results |
| 27519 |
I pointed out the folly of overspending on that scale. folly a way of thinking or behaving that is stupid and careless, and likely to have bad results |
| 27520 |
an aluminium can aluminium a light silver-coloured metal that is used for making things such as pans for cooking |
| 27521 |
a touch receptor (=one that tells the brain that you are touching something) receptor a nerve, for example in your skin or your nose, that sends messages to your central nervous system |
| 27522 |
She was kidnapped and held captive for over a week. captive take hold someone captive kept as a prisoner |
| 27523 |
The Reverend Hugh McKeag preached the sermon. preach preach a sermon to talk about a religious subject at a religious meeting, especially in church |
| 27524 |
That afternoon he preached to three thousand people. preach preach to to talk about a religious subject at a religious meeting, especially in church |
| 27525 |
People flocked to hear him preach about Jesus. preach preach about against to talk about a religious subject at a religious meeting, especially in church |
| 27526 |
I don't mean to preach, but I think it's time to get serious about your relationship. preach to give people advice, or to tell them how to behave, in a way that annoys them |
| 27527 |
Both my parents have always preached tolerance and moderation. preach to express a strong opinion and try to persuade other people to accept it |
| 27528 |
He preaches the virtues of hard work. preach preach the values virtues evils of something to express a strong opinion and try to persuade other people to accept it |
| 27529 |
They preach the gospel that inequality is neither right nor inevitable. preach to try to persuade people to accept something that you believe in very strongly |
| 27530 |
the St Patrick's Day parade parade a public celebration in which a large group of people move through an area, often with decorated vehicles and bands playing music |
| 27531 |
military parades parade a public celebration in which a large group of soldiers march together, or an official ceremony in which soldiers march or stand in rows |
| 27532 |
A parade of helpers carried food from the kitchen. parade parade of a line or a series of people or things |
| 27533 |
a ridiculous parade of wealth parade parade of the act of showing something proudly |
| 27534 |
The guards were on parade in front of the palace. parade to be walking or marching in a large group as part of a ceremony or celebration |
| 27535 |
A collection of vintage cars will be on parade on Sunday. parade to be shown publicly |
| 27536 |
War veterans were parading through the streets to commemorate the victory. parade parade through past around etc to walk as part of an organized group in order to celebrate or publicly protest about something |
| 27537 |
The team paraded the championship trophy. parade to publicly show something that you are proud of |
| 27538 |
a chance to parade their skills parade to publicly show something that you are proud of |
| 27539 |
She was parading around in a bathing suit. parade parade around past etc to walk around so that people will look at you and admire you |
| 27540 |
He was paraded around the classroom in a dunce's cap. parade to make someone walk around so that people will look at them and often laugh at them |
| 27541 |
Though paraded as a modern weapons system, it is actually more than 20 years old. parade parade someone something as something to claim that someone or something has good qualities that they do not really have |
| 27542 |
frantic attempts to rescue people from the fire frantic done in a very urgent way |
| 27543 |
By this time she'd been gone an hour and we were nearly frantic. frantic so worried or upset that you are not able to control your feelings |
| 27544 |
Her parents are absolutely frantic with worry. frantic so worried or upset that you are not able to control your feelings |
| 27545 |
Everyone was frantically packing up their stuff. frantic |
| 27546 |
a radical critique of globalization critique a careful written examination of a subject that includes the writer's opinions |
| 27547 |
We have a number of queries regarding delivery. query have a query about regarding concerning something a question that you ask because you want information or because you are not certain about something |
| 27548 |
One of our staff will be available to answer your queries. query answer a query a question that you ask because you want information or because you are not certain about something |
| 27549 |
It is not for us to query his decisions. query to ask a question about something because you have doubts about it |
| 27550 |
We queried whether the job had been done properly. query query whether to ask a question about something because you have doubts about it |
| 27551 |
'Who would do such a thing?' he queried. query to ask something |
| 27552 |
You are going to love this book from the outset. outset at from the outset the start of something |
| 27553 |
The seam at the back of your skirt has split. seam a line of stitches that joins two pieces of cloth |
| 27554 |
The house was bursting at the seams with furniture. seam be bursting bulging at the seams to be very full of people or things |
| 27555 |
The healthcare system is coming apart at the seams. seam to stop being useful or effective |
| 27556 |
Home visits by staff are an integral part of the service. integral an integral part (of something) forming an essential part of something and needed to make it complete |
| 27557 |
The scene isn't really integral to the plot. integral integral to forming an essential part of something and needed to make it complete |
| 27558 |
Collaboration was becoming an integral element of their teaching strategy. integral an integral element feature forming an essential part of something and needed to make it complete |
| 27559 |
a house with full gas central heating and integral garage integral built to form part of something larger and not separate from it |
| 27560 |
grammatical analysis grammatical relating to grammar and the study of grammar |
| 27561 |
grammatical errors grammatical relating to grammar and the study of grammar |
| 27562 |
Is this grammatical? grammatical a grammatical sentence follows the rules of grammar correctly |
| 27563 |
student assessment and testing testing the activity of giving someone or something an examination, or of checking something to find out if it works |
| 27564 |
drug nuclear DNA testing testing the activity of giving someone or something an examination, or of checking something to find out if it works |
| 27565 |
Nothing remained of the forest but tree stumps. stump the part of a tree that is left above the ground after it has been cut through near the base |
| 27566 |
Even experts are stumped by this strange weather. stump if you are stumped by something, you cannot explain or answer it |
| 27567 |
He turned and stumped away angrily. stump stump away off to walk, hitting the ground hard with your feet as you go |
| 27568 |
He was arrested for shooting at an army patrol. patrol a group of people or vehicles that move around a place in order to prevent trouble or crime |
| 27569 |
a patrol boat vehicle patrol a group of people or vehicles that move around a place in order to prevent trouble or crime |
| 27570 |
Every police car and foot patrol was watching out for him. patrol foot patrol (=people walking, not in vehicles) a group of people or vehicles that move around a place in order to prevent trouble or crime |
| 27571 |
The goods were discovered during a routine patrol. patrol the movement of a patrol around a place |
| 27572 |
Many police officers will be on patrol during the carnival. patrol on patrol the movement of a patrol around a place |
| 27573 |
Troops patrolled the streets. patrol to move regularly around a place in order to prevent trouble or crime |
| 27574 |
The car park is patrolled by security officers. patrol to move regularly around a place in order to prevent trouble or crime |
| 27575 |
You need pads on your knees and elbows for rollerblading. pad a thick piece of a substance such as cloth, used for protecting something |
| 27576 |
knee elbow shin pads pad a thick piece of a substance such as cloth, used for protecting something |
| 27577 |
Insert the cushion pad into the cover. pad a piece of a soft substance used for making something more comfortable |
| 27578 |
Never use coarse cleaning pads as this will scratch the surface. pad a thick piece of cloth or other material used for cleaning |
| 27579 |
The dress has foam pads in the shoulders. pad a thick piece of a soft substance used for making something bigger or for changing its shape |
| 27580 |
Try pressing on the wound with a large pad of cotton wool. pad a thick piece of cloth or other material used for preventing liquid from spreading |
| 27581 |
Douglas scribbled the number on the pad by the phone. pad a set of sheets of paper fastened together along the top or one side, used for writing or drawing |
| 27582 |
She heard the pad of bare feet coming down the stairs. pad a quiet sound made by someone walking with light regular steps |
| 27583 |
He got out of bed and padded across the carpet. pad pad across down into etc to walk with quiet light regular steps |
| 27584 |
The head guard is padded with foam. pad to cover or fill something with a soft substance in order to protect it |
| 27585 |
Layers of foam mat can be used to pad the seat. pad to cover or fill something with a soft substance in order to make it more comfortable |
| 27586 |
He had to pad his belly and cheeks for the role. pad to cover or fill something with a soft substance in order to make it bigger or to change its shape |
| 27587 |
He was charged with padding expense claims and telephone bills. pad to put false amounts or information on a document so that you get more money than you should |
| 27588 |
a region of sparkling lakes, rushing streams, and dense forests sparkling shining with small points of reflected light |
| 27589 |
sparkling wit conversation sparkling very lively and interesting |
| 27590 |
a sparkling performance sparkling very lively and interesting |
| 27591 |
sparkling wine water sparkling sparkling drinks are full of bubbles |
| 27592 |
Aren't you making unreasonable demands on her time? unreasonable not fair |
| 27593 |
It's extremely unreasonable to expect them to pay so much. unreasonable it is unreasonable to do something not fair |
| 27594 |
What we are asking is not unreasonable. unreasonable not unreasonable not fair |
| 27595 |
The evening was spoilt by the unreasonable conduct of some members of the audience. unreasonable used about bad behaviour that you are annoyed about |
| 27596 |
The price is completely unreasonable (=too high). unreasonable not sensible |
| 27597 |
It's unreasonable to attempt a project like that without computers. unreasonable it is unreasonable to do something not sensible |
| 27598 |
unreasonably high prices unreasonable |
| 27599 |
'Did you find anything?' 'No, not a sausage.' sausage not a sausage nothing |
| 27600 |
constructive criticism advice constructive intended to be useful or helpful |
| 27601 |
He has played a valuable and constructive role in the project. constructive intended to be useful or helpful |
| 27602 |
We used to doll ourselves up and go into town. doll doll up to make someone or yourself look attractive for a special occasion |
| 27603 |
a string of beads bead a small usually round piece of plastic, glass, metal etc with a hole through it, that you put on a string or chain with other beads and wear as jewellery |
| 27604 |
Beads of sweat ran down his forehead. bead a small drop of a liquid such as blood or sweat |
| 27605 |
The puppy looked cold and frightened. frightened feeling or showing fear, especially suddenly |
| 27606 |
Bruckner was watching him with wide, frightened eyes. frightened feeling or showing fear, especially suddenly |
| 27607 |
Now he is frightened to go out at night. frightened frightened to do something feeling or showing fear, especially suddenly |
| 27608 |
There's nothing to be frightened about. frightened frightened about feeling or showing fear, especially suddenly |
| 27609 |
I've always been frightened of snakes. frightened frightened of feeling or showing fear, especially suddenly |
| 27610 |
I was frightened that he might see us. frightened frightened (that) feeling or showing fear, especially suddenly |
| 27611 |
I'm always so frightened of offending anyone. frightened very nervous or worried |
| 27612 |
Every government wants to rid itself of the bogey of inflation. bogey the bogey of something something that causes problems, or something that people worry about |
| 27613 |
He has a wide vocabulary and loves crosswords. vocabulary a wide vocabulary (=knowledge of a large number of words) all the words that a person knows |
| 27614 |
Her grammar isn't bad, but she has a limited vocabulary. vocabulary a limited vocabulary all the words that a person knows |
| 27615 |
An average child will quickly expand his or her vocabulary. vocabulary expand your vocabulary (=learn new words) all the words that a person knows |
| 27616 |
Technical developments give us a lot of new vocabulary. vocabulary all the words in a particular language |
| 27617 |
The word 'think tank' had entered the vocabulary by the 1960s. vocabulary enter the vocabulary all the words in a particular language |
| 27618 |
Try to avoid using too much technical vocabulary. vocabulary technical specialized vocabulary the words used for talking about a particular subject |
| 27619 |
The program has a vocabulary of 2,500 words. vocabulary all the words used or produced by a computer program, game, or talking toy |
| 27620 |
The word 'failure' was simply not part of her vocabulary. vocabulary something is not in part of someone's vocabulary used for saying that someone will not accept a particular idea or possibility |
| 27621 |
They avoided saying anything that might offend their audience. offend to make someone upset and angry by doing or saying something |
| 27622 |
The chairman did not seem offended by the criticism. offend to make someone upset and angry by doing or saying something |
| 27623 |
Over half the prisoners released had offended again within a year. offend to commit a crime |
| 27624 |
We will not publish material that may offend the sensibilities of our readers. offend to break a law or rule, or to do something against your principles |
| 27625 |
legislation that offends against common sense offend offend against to break a law or rule, or to do something against your principles |
| 27626 |
We feel both saddened and offended. offend |
| 27627 |
You can go and play after you've done your chores. chore an ordinary job that must be done regularly |
| 27628 |
Cleaning out the shed is a real chore. chore an unpleasant, boring, or difficult thing that must be done |
| 27629 |
slow accumulation of cholesterol in the arteries accumulation the process by which something increases in amount or is collected together over time |
| 27630 |
large accumulations of snow accumulation the amount of something that collects or is collected over time |
| 27631 |
a cream linen suit linen light cloth made from a plant called flax |
| 27632 |
bed linen linen things made of cloth and used in the house, such as sheets and tablecloths |
| 27633 |
the bunch of crooks who run the government crook someone who is dishonest, especially someone who uses their position of power for their own personal advantage |
| 27634 |
the crook of your arm crook the place where something bends inwards |
| 27635 |
Our small investment has been dwarfed by what the private sector has put in. dwarf to make something seem small or unimportant |
| 27636 |
At over 1.80 metres in height, she dwarfs her opponents. dwarf to make someone seem small |
| 27637 |
the grades of male versus female students at the university versus used for stating that two things are being compared in order to show that they are different or that one is better than the other |
| 27638 |
The US dollar fell versus other key currencies on Friday. versus used for stating that two things are being compared in order to show that they are different or that one is better than the other |
| 27639 |
We feel we have some advantages versus the competition. versus used for stating that two things are being compared in order to show that they are different or that one is better than the other |
| 27640 |
the South Africa versus New Zealand Davis Cup match versus used for showing that two people, groups, or teams are competing against each other in a sports event or a court case |
| 27641 |
We are waiting for a court decision on Smith versus Watts. versus used for showing that two people, groups, or teams are competing against each other in a sports event or a court case |
| 27642 |
The last rays of the sun were disappearing behind the mountains. ray an amount of light or heat from the sun |
| 27643 |
Your skin needs protection from the sun's rays. ray an amount of light or heat from the sun |
| 27644 |
He stood on the stage, illuminated by a dazzling ray of light. ray a narrow line of light that you can see coming from the sun or a lamp |
| 27645 |
Their instruments were able to detect faint rays of radiation. ray a line of energy in the form of heat or light |
| 27646 |
Sunglasses can filter out harmful ultraviolet rays. ray a line of energy in the form of heat or light |
| 27647 |
There is still a ray of hope that he is alive. ray a ray of hope light comfort something that makes you feel slightly happier or more hopeful in a difficult situation |
| 27648 |
hand-painted pottery pottery objects such as plates and cups that are made out of clay and baked in an oven so that they become hard |
| 27649 |
a pottery class pottery the activity of making pottery |
| 27650 |
Few women were immune to his charm. immune immune from to not influenced or affected by something |
| 27651 |
Japan was by no means immune from continental influences. immune not influenced or affected by something |
| 27652 |
Our patrols were no longer immune from attack. immune not influenced or affected by something |
| 27653 |
Diplomats are immune from prosecution. immune immune from not affected by something such as a law, because of a special arrangement |
| 27654 |
a rare immune disorder immune relating to the body's immune system |
| 27655 |
Peter brushed aside worries about his injured knee. injured hurt in an accident or attack |
| 27656 |
The injured man was taken to hospital. injured hurt in an accident or attack |
| 27657 |
a seriously injured patient injured seriously injured hurt in an accident or attack |
| 27658 |
The injured included three young children. injured people who have been injured |
| 27659 |
He walked away suffering from nothing more than injured pride. injured injured pride (=feeling of embarrassment) injured feelings are feelings of being upset or offended |
| 27660 |
a highly diversified and skilled workforce diversified consisting of many different parts or people |
| 27661 |
a need to create solidarity among the president's top economic advisers solidarity the support that people in a group give each other because they have the same opinions or aims |
| 27662 |
The situation was most embarrassing. embarrassing making you feel nervous, ashamed, or stupid |
| 27663 |
I wish he wouldn't ask such embarrassing questions. embarrassing making you feel nervous, ashamed, or stupid |
| 27664 |
This performance was embarrassing. embarrassing used for describing something that is very bad |
| 27665 |
a scandal that could prove embarrassing for the government embarrassing causing problems for someone, especially an organization or politician |
| 27666 |
Dilute the bleach in a gallon of water. dilute dilute something in something to make a liquid less strong by adding water or another liquid |
| 27667 |
He was drinking a glass of wine diluted with water. dilute dilute something with something to make a liquid less strong by adding water or another liquid |
| 27668 |
Nervousness diluted her excitement slightly. dilute to make something less strong or effective |
| 27669 |
The ship and all its cargo sank. cargo things that are being sent by ship, plane, train, or truck |
| 27670 |
a cargo ship plane flight cargo used about ships, planes etc that carry goods |
| 27671 |
She gave me a timid smile. timid shy and nervous |
| 27672 |
a timid animal timid shy and nervous |
| 27673 |
economic theorists theorist someone who develops or studies theories or ideas about a particular subject |
| 27674 |
I dashed out into the street, still in my pyjamas. dash dash into out of across etc to run or go somewhere very quickly because you are in a hurry |
| 27675 |
Maria came dashing down the stairs. dash to run or go somewhere very quickly because you are in a hurry |
| 27676 |
He picked up a glass and dashed it against the wall. dash dash something against onto to etc to throw or hit something very violently onto a surface, usually so that it breaks |
| 27677 |
In a fit of rage James had dashed the priceless vase to the ground. dash to throw or hit something very violently onto a surface, usually so that it breaks |
| 27678 |
Huge waves dashed against the side of the boat. dash dash against if water dashes against something, it hits it violently |
| 27679 |
Saturday's defeat has dashed their hopes of success in the FA Cup this year. dash dash someone's hopes to make it impossible for someone to do what they hoped to do |
| 27680 |
Hopes for an early economic recovery have now been dashed. dash dash someone's hopes to make it impossible for someone to do what they hoped to do |
| 27681 |
She made a sudden dash for the door. dash make a dash for someone something an act of running or going somewhere very quickly because you are in a hurry |
| 27682 |
He looked at his guards and wondered whether he should make a dash for it. dash make a dash for it (=run very quickly to escape or reach a place) an act of running or going somewhere very quickly because you are in a hurry |
| 27683 |
We had a mad dash around town in search of a present for Dad. dash a mad dash (=in an extremely fast uncontrolled way) an act of running or going somewhere very quickly because you are in a hurry |
| 27684 |
Add a dash of soy sauce for that authentic Chinese taste. dash dash of a small amount of a substance added to food or drink to give it a special flavour |
| 27685 |
A dash of glamour was supplied by the presence of a couple of minor TV celebrities. dash dash of a small amount of an interesting or unusual quality that something contains or has added to it |
| 27686 |
There seems to be no possibility of reconciling the two versions of what happened. reconcile to find a way to make ideas, beliefs, needs etc that are opposed to each other capable of existing together |
| 27687 |
Management and labour are attempting to reconcile their differences. reconcile to find a way to make ideas, beliefs, needs etc that are opposed to each other capable of existing together |
| 27688 |
Research is being undertaken in how to reconcile conservation needs with growing demand for water. reconcile reconcile something with something to find a way to make ideas, beliefs, needs etc that are opposed to each other capable of existing together |
| 27689 |
The couple has been making every effort to reconcile. reconcile if you reconcile two people or groups, or if they reconcile, they become friendly again after a disagreement |
| 27690 |
Foreign mediators have failed to reconcile the warring factions. reconcile if you reconcile two people or groups, or if they reconcile, they become friendly again after a disagreement |
| 27691 |
It was his father's wish that he become reconciled with his family. reconcile reconcile someone with someone if you reconcile two people or groups, or if they reconcile, they become friendly again after a disagreement |
| 27692 |
She couldn't reconcile herself to the idea of just giving up. reconcile reconcile someone to something to make someone accept a situation even though they do not like it |
| 27693 |
Overexposure to sunlight can have a detrimental effect on the skin. detrimental harmful or damaging |
| 27694 |
The jury had doubts about the credibility of some of the witnesses. credibility qualities that someone has that make people believe or trust them |
| 27695 |
Claire knew that to argue any more would only undermine her credibility. credibility undermine someone's credibility (=damage it) qualities that someone has that make people believe or trust them |
| 27696 |
The government is losing credibility by its failure to act quickly. credibility gain lose credibility qualities that someone has that make people believe or trust them |
| 27697 |
The credibility of your work will suffer if you get your facts wrong. credibility used about things such as systems, statements, or beliefs |
| 27698 |
The court case was brought to decide who holds the copyright. copyright the legal right to have control over the work of a writer, artist, musician etc. If you own the copyright on something, it is your intellectual property, and other people must pay you to broadcast, publish, or perform it |
| 27699 |
The news report is protected by copyright. copyright the legal right to have control over the work of a writer, artist, musician etc. If you own the copyright on something, it is your intellectual property, and other people must pay you to broadcast, publish, or perform it |
| 27700 |
the owner of the copyright in the word-processing program copyright copyright in the legal right to have control over the work of a writer, artist, musician etc. If you own the copyright on something, it is your intellectual property, and other people must pay you to broadcast, publish, or perform it |
| 27701 |
his thick white beard beard hair that grows on a man's chin and cheeks |
| 27702 |
Under no circumstances can the quality of nursing be allowed to be degraded. degrade to make something worse |
| 27703 |
We need a vigorous campaign to reduce deaths on the roads. vigorous full of energy, enthusiasm, or determination |
| 27704 |
20 minutes of vigorous exercise vigorous full of energy, enthusiasm, or determination |
| 27705 |
a vigorous debate vigorous full of energy, enthusiasm, or determination |
| 27706 |
They demanded more vigorous action to tackle the disease. vigorous full of energy, enthusiasm, or determination |
| 27707 |
I used to travel more when I was young and vigorous. vigorous strong, active, and healthy |
| 27708 |
He vaguely remembered his mother talking about it. vaguely in a way that is not clear |
| 27709 |
a vaguely worded statement of regret vaguely in a way that is not clear |
| 27710 |
The interview made him look vaguely ridiculous. vaguely slightly |
| 27711 |
'How was it?' he asked vaguely, absorbed in his own thoughts. vaguely in a way that shows you are not paying attention |
| 27712 |
the prevalence of lung cancer among the local population prevalence the fact that something is prevalent |
| 27713 |
She was ferreting around in a drawer for her keys. ferret ferret around about to search for something in a small space |
| 27714 |
He looks distinctly uneasy in interview situations. uneasy someone who feels uneasy feels slightly nervous, worried, or upset about something |
| 27715 |
Parents are uneasy about giving this medication to their children. uneasy uneasy about someone who feels uneasy feels slightly nervous, worried, or upset about something |
| 27716 |
They watched in uneasy silence. uneasy used about someone's feelings or behaviour |
| 27717 |
There has always been an uneasy relationship between workers and management. uneasy an uneasy situation is not settled or calm, and it could quickly change and get worse |
| 27718 |
The next three years saw a rather uneasy peace between them. uneasy an uneasy situation is not settled or calm, and it could quickly change and get worse |
| 27719 |
Messages were written on scraps of paper. scrap scrap of a small piece of something such as paper or cloth |
| 27720 |
Every scrap of evidence has to be investigated. scrap scrap of a small piece of something such as information or knowledge |
| 27721 |
a few scraps of dialogue scrap a small piece of something such as information or knowledge |
| 27722 |
scrap iron scrap old metal or paper that can be used again after going through a special process |
| 27723 |
a scrap dealer merchant scrap old metal or paper that can be used again after going through a special process |
| 27724 |
The car was sold for scrap. scrap sell something for scrap old metal or paper that can be used again after going through a special process |
| 27725 |
You can appeal if you like, but it won't make a scrap of difference. scrap not make a scrap of difference to not change anything, even in a very small way |
| 27726 |
There were political problems and the idea was eventually scrapped. scrap to decide not to continue with something such as a plan or an event |
| 27727 |
The trip was scrapped because of a lack of support. scrap to decide not to continue with something such as a plan or an event |
| 27728 |
There is talk of scrapping the age limit altogether. scrap to get rid of something |
| 27729 |
Ironically, the women's downhill ski race was postponed because of heavy snow. ironically used for saying that a situation has developed in an unexpected and sometimes humorous way |
| 27730 |
'We're just one big happy family,' she remarked ironically. ironically in an ironic way |
| 27731 |
His plane sheared off the tops of the trees. shear to remove a part of something by cutting or breaking it, or to be removed in this way |
| 27732 |
Heavy fog forced drivers to slow down. fog thick heavy dense freezing fog a thick cloud that forms close to the ground or to water and is difficult to see through. Fog is thicker than mist |
| 27733 |
There may be some patches of fog around dawn. fog a patch of fog a thick cloud that forms close to the ground or to water and is difficult to see through. Fog is thicker than mist |
| 27734 |
a thick blanket of fog in the valley fog a blanket of fog (=fog that covers everything) a thick cloud that forms close to the ground or to water and is difficult to see through. Fog is thicker than mist |
| 27735 |
We'll leave when this fog has lifted. fog fog lifts (=goes away) a thick cloud that forms close to the ground or to water and is difficult to see through. Fog is thicker than mist |
| 27736 |
a fog of cigar smoke fog fog of a cloud of smoke or some other gas |
| 27737 |
My mind's in a complete fog. fog in a fog a confused or confusing situation or state |
| 27738 |
She shook off the fog of sleep. fog fog of a confused or confusing situation or state |
| 27739 |
My brain was fogged by sleep. fog to make someone confused |
| 27740 |
Your questions are only fogging the issue. fog fog the issue to make something confusing or difficult to understand |
| 27741 |
He had always been a faithful friend. faithful a faithful friend servant follower continuing to support someone or be their friend, even in a difficult situation |
| 27742 |
He remained faithful to his beliefs. faithful faithful to continuing to do or believe something, even in a difficult situation |
| 27743 |
Dr Still gave years of faithful service. faithful used about someone's actions |
| 27744 |
a faithful reproduction of the original painting faithful showing or describing something in a way that is exactly correct |
| 27745 |
Ken has always been faithful to his wife. faithful faithful to not having sex with anyone other than your partner |
| 27746 |
His enthusiasm has obviously appealed to the party faithful. faithful the people who support a particular political party, sports team, musician etc |
| 27747 |
The ball bounced twice before hitting the net. bounce if a ball or other object bounces, or if you bounce it, it hits a surface then immediately moves away from it |
| 27748 |
Hailstones were bouncing off the roof. bounce if a ball or other object bounces, or if you bounce it, it hits a surface then immediately moves away from it |
| 27749 |
Josh bounced the ball down the street. bounce if a ball or other object bounces, or if you bounce it, it hits a surface then immediately moves away from it |
| 27750 |
She sat bouncing a baby on her knee. bounce if a person or vehicle bounces or is bounced, they move up and down as if they are on springs |
| 27751 |
The kids love bouncing on the bed. bounce bounce on along if a person or vehicle bounces or is bounced, they move up and down as if they are on springs |
| 27752 |
Our jeep bounced along the rough track. bounce if a person or vehicle bounces or is bounced, they move up and down as if they are on springs |
| 27753 |
We were bounced around in the back of the van. bounce bounce someone something up and down around if a person or vehicle bounces or is bounced, they move up and down as if they are on springs |
| 27754 |
The band came bouncing onto the stage. bounce to move quickly and with a lot of energy, as if you are very happy |
| 27755 |
She felt she'd been bounced into accepting the invitation. bounce bounce someone into (doing) something to make someone do something when they did not really want to do it or needed more time to think about it |
| 27756 |
The pitch is in great condition, with plenty of bounce. bounce the quality of being able to bounce or to make other things bounce |
| 27757 |
She came back full of confidence and bounce. bounce the quality of having a lot of energy and seeming happy and healthy |
| 27758 |
After the 1987 stock market crash, there was a 142-point bounce. bounce a quick increase in prices after they have fallen to a low level |
| 27759 |
a sovereign state sovereign a sovereign nation rules itself |
| 27760 |
The people are considered a source of sovereign power. sovereign used for referring to the highest power in a country, or to the person or institution that has the highest power |
| 27761 |
He took the first batch of cakes out of the oven. batch an amount of a food that is prepared or baked at one time |
| 27762 |
Mix up another batch of cement. batch a quantity of a substance needed or produced at one time |
| 27763 |
This new batch of students seems very nice. batch a number of things or people that arrive or are dealt with at the same time |
| 27764 |
We'll send the work out in batches. batch a number of things or people that arrive or are dealt with at the same time |
| 27765 |
a poorly paid job poorly badly |
| 27766 |
The hospital is poorly equipped. poorly badly |
| 27767 |
Government auditors will certify the financial reports. certify to state officially that something is true, accurate, or of a satisfactory standard |
| 27768 |
Beef exports must be certified safe and disease-free. certify to state officially that something is true, accurate, or of a satisfactory standard |
| 27769 |
The doctor said she should be certified. certify to state officially that someone is seriously mentally ill |
| 27770 |
A peace accord was signed by both leaders. accord peace economic trade nuclear accord a formal agreement between countries or groups |
| 27771 |
the latest in a series of accords between the South African government and the trade union movement accord accord between a formal agreement between countries or groups |
| 27772 |
Do you think David resigned of his own accord? accord do something of your own accord to do something without being asked, forced, or helped by someone else |
| 27773 |
bad working conditions that are not in accord with international standards accord in accord with in agreement with, or not opposed to, a fact, rule, or principle |
| 27774 |
A row of faces turned our way with one accord. accord with one accord doing the same thing at exactly the same time |
| 27775 |
Some hunter-gatherer tribes accord high status to women. accord accord something to someone to treat someone or something in a particular way, especially by giving them power, respect, or status |
| 27776 |
Their achievement has not always been accorded the recognition it deserves. accord accord someone something something to treat someone or something in a particular way, especially by giving them power, respect, or status |
| 27777 |
former US vice-president Dan Quayle vice-president a senior political leader with the position immediately below that of the president of a country |
| 27778 |
Apple's vice-president for marketing vice-president a senior manager in a business, especially the person in charge of a department |
| 27779 |
The guests were all duly impressed with Jack's cooking. duly in the way that you expect or think is suitable |
| 27780 |
Murphy was duly elected vice-president the following June. duly at the correct or arranged time |
| 27781 |
There is some friction between the various departments. friction friction between disagreement |
| 27782 |
The decision is likely to lead to friction with neighbouring countries. friction friction with disagreement |
| 27783 |
He had burn marks from the friction of the ropes on his skin. friction the fact that one thing rubs against another |
| 27784 |
Ten people were injured in the blast. blast an explosion, especially one caused by a bomb |
| 27785 |
The force of the blast threw bodies into the air. blast an explosion, especially one caused by a bomb |
| 27786 |
A blast of cold air hit them as they opened the door. blast blast of a strong current of air, wind, heat etc |
| 27787 |
The ship's siren let out several short blasts. blast a sudden short loud sound, especially on a musical instrument, a car horn, or a whistle |
| 27788 |
There was a sudden blast of music as the car sped by. blast blast of a sudden short loud sound, especially on a musical instrument, a car horn, or a whistle |
| 27789 |
The press responded to his remarks with a blast of criticism. blast a piece of strong criticism |
| 27790 |
His four-goal blast confirmed his reputation as a striker. blast a sudden strong attack by a team or player, in which goals or points are scored |
| 27791 |
The radio was on full blast. blast (at) full blast as loudly or with as much power as possible |
| 27792 |
Hearing that song again was a real blast from the past. blast a blast from the past someone you knew or something that existed in the past, that suddenly appears again or that you are reminded of again |
| 27793 |
A massive car bomb blasted the police headquarters. blast to damage or destroy something with a bomb or gun |
| 27794 |
An enemy submarine blasted a huge hole in the side of the ship. blast blast a hole in something to damage or destroy something with a bomb or gun |
| 27795 |
It took two shots to blast the lock off the door. blast blast something off to damage or destroy something with a bomb or gun |
| 27796 |
They had to blast their way through the mountainside to build the tunnel. blast to destroy or move earth, rock, or metal using a series of explosions |
| 27797 |
They blasted through several metres of solid steel. blast blast through to destroy or move earth, rock, or metal using a series of explosions |
| 27798 |
He blasted the intruders with his shotgun. blast to shoot a person or animal |
| 27799 |
Rain blasted through the window. blast to hit something with a lot of energy or force |
| 27800 |
To clean the building they blasted it with steam. blast blast someone something with something to hit something with a lot of energy or force |
| 27801 |
Music was blasting out from the open window. blast blast out if music blasts, or if it is blasted, it plays very loudly |
| 27802 |
He was an impatient driver and kept blasting his horn. blast to make a loud sound with a car horn |
| 27803 |
In today's Times, the proposal is blasted as 'pathetic and inadequate'. blast to criticize someone very strongly |
| 27804 |
Jones blasted the ball into the back of the goal. blast to kick or hit a ball very hard |
| 27805 |
Oh blast it! I forgot to ring Laura. blast blast it! used for showing that you are angry |
| 27806 |
Blast them! They're always late! blast blast someone something used for showing that you are angry |
| 27807 |
Smoking is prohibited in all areas of the building. prohibit to officially stop something from being done, especially by making it illegal |
| 27808 |
prohibited drugs weapons prohibit to officially stop something from being done, especially by making it illegal |
| 27809 |
The sale of alcohol to young people is prohibited by law. prohibit to officially stop something from being done, especially by making it illegal |
| 27810 |
a rule prohibiting doctors from advertising their services prohibit prohibit someone from doing something to officially stop something from being done, especially by making it illegal |
| 27811 |
The cost of safety glass often prohibits its use in private buildings. prohibit to prevent something from happening or being done |
| 27812 |
He was not wearing a safety harness when he fell. harness a set of strong bands of leather, cloth, or rope used for fastening someone in a particular place or position or for fastening something to their body |
| 27813 |
We worked in harness on our last job. harness working with someone as an equal partner |
| 27814 |
Humans first harnessed the power of electricity over 200 years ago. harness to get control of something in order to use it for a particular purpose |
| 27815 |
We aim to do better at harnessing the skills and talents of our workforce. harness to get control of something in order to use it for a particular purpose |
| 27816 |
These countries are harnessed to a market economy. harness be harnessed to to be closely involved with someone or something |
| 27817 |
The brakes failed and the car crashed into a tree. brake the equipment in a car, bicycle, or other vehicle that you use for slowing down or stopping |
| 27818 |
We heard a screech of brakes as Jill's car pulled up. brake the equipment in a car, bicycle, or other vehicle that you use for slowing down or stopping |
| 27819 |
I saw the child run out, so I slammed on the brakes. brake slam on hit the brakes (=stop suddenly) the equipment in a car, bicycle, or other vehicle that you use for slowing down or stopping |
| 27820 |
I heard the brakes squealing, then a loud crash. brake brakes squealing screeching (=making a loud noise) the equipment in a car, bicycle, or other vehicle that you use for slowing down or stopping |
| 27821 |
The high level of debt put a brake on economic recovery. brake put a brake the brakes on something an action or a situation that prevents something from developing or making progress |
| 27822 |
Inevitably, insufficient funding acts as a brake on medical research. brake act as a brake on something an action or a situation that prevents something from developing or making progress |
| 27823 |
I braked hard but couldn't avoid hitting the car in front. brake brake hard sharply to stop or slow down a car, bicycle, or other vehicle by using the brakes |
| 27824 |
I braked the car to a halt and jumped out. brake brake (something) to a halt stop to stop or slow down a car, bicycle, or other vehicle by using the brakes |
| 27825 |
More than half a million people sought asylum in Europe last year. asylum seek asylum the right to stay in a country, given by a government to protect someone who has escaped from war or political trouble in their own country |
| 27826 |
The number of refugees seeking political asylum has risen recently. asylum political asylum the right to stay in a country, given by a government to protect someone who has escaped from war or political trouble in their own country |
| 27827 |
Of the 1,000 refugees that initially came here, only 50 were granted asylum. asylum grant someone asylum the right to stay in a country, given by a government to protect someone who has escaped from war or political trouble in their own country |
| 27828 |
Details of this period of Shakespeare's life remain obscure. obscure not known about, or not well known |
| 27829 |
The report had been published in an obscure German journal. obscure not known about, or not well known |
| 27830 |
The rules for the competition are somewhat obscure. obscure somewhat rather relatively obscure not clearly expressed, or not easy to understand |
| 27831 |
For some obscure reason he is regarded as a great singer. obscure for some obscure reason used for saying that you do not know the reason for something |
| 27832 |
I'm used to reading obscurely written manuals. obscure |
| 27833 |
His face was partially obscured by sunglasses. obscure to cover something so that it cannot be seen |
| 27834 |
A solid wall of mist obscured the view. obscure to cover something so that it cannot be seen |
| 27835 |
This accident should not obscure the fact that train travel is extremely safe. obscure to make something difficult to understand |
| 27836 |
a rubbish heap heap a large pile of something, especially an untidy pile |
| 27837 |
The bomb had reduced the building to a heap of rubble. heap heap of a large pile of something, especially an untidy pile |
| 27838 |
His clothes were in a crumpled heap on the floor. heap be in a heap a large pile of something, especially an untidy pile |
| 27839 |
The magazines were stacked in heaps on the table. heap in heaps a large pile of something, especially an untidy pile |
| 27840 |
The project is designed to help people at the bottom of the economic heap. heap at the top bottom of the heap in the highest or lowest position in a society or organization |
| 27841 |
It's going to be heaps of fun. heap heaps of something a lot of something |
| 27842 |
She collapsed in a heap on the floor. heap in a heap if you fall or lie in a heap, you lie without moving after you have fallen |
| 27843 |
Chrissy landed in a heap at the bottom of the stairs. heap in a heap if you fall or lie in a heap, you lie without moving after you have fallen |
| 27844 |
Bundles of clothing were heaped on the floor. heap to make a big untidy pile of things |
| 27845 |
She lost her footing and tumbled into the river. footing keep lose miss your footing a firm position for your feet on a surface, especially one that is difficult to stand on or walk across |
| 27846 |
The railway system must be placed on a sound financial footing. footing on a sound secure firm strong footing the basic conditions in which something operates or develops |
| 27847 |
The army is now officially on a war footing. footing on a war footing (=ready to fight a war) the basic conditions in which something operates or develops |
| 27848 |
Smaller economies cannot compete on an equal footing with larger nations. footing on an equal footing (with) the position of one person, group, or thing in relation to another |
| 27849 |
European negotiators insisted on being treated on the same footing as the Americans. footing on the same footing (as) the position of one person, group, or thing in relation to another |
| 27850 |
Her life had not been running smoothly. smoothly without difficulty, problems, or delays |
| 27851 |
For work to flow smoothly, proper preparations must be made. smoothly without difficulty, problems, or delays |
| 27852 |
'I wouldn't worry about it,' she said smoothly. smoothly in a relaxed and confident way that usually persuades people to do things. This word shows that you do not trust this type of behaviour |
| 27853 |
The drawers slid smoothly in and out without a sound. smoothly with a movement that is easy and well controlled |
| 27854 |
smoothly polished wood smoothly in a way that produces a smooth, even surface |
| 27855 |
angry nationalist rhetoric rhetoric a style of speaking or writing that is intended to influence people |
| 27856 |
anti-American rhetoric rhetoric a style of speaking or writing that is intended to influence people |
| 27857 |
the rhetoric of freedom reform law and order rhetoric a style of speaking or writing that is intended to influence people |
| 27858 |
Campaign promises have proved to be empty rhetoric. rhetoric empty mere rhetoric a style of speaking or writing that is intended to impress people but is not honest |
| 27859 |
Cynthia had a very privileged upbringing. privileged having advantages and opportunities that other people do not have, because you have a lot of money or high social status |
| 27860 |
a privileged class group elite privileged having advantages and opportunities that other people do not have, because you have a lot of money or high social status |
| 27861 |
For the privileged few, opportunities to make money always exist. privileged the a privileged few having advantages and opportunities that other people do not have, because you have a lot of money or high social status |
| 27862 |
We feel very privileged because we get a year off work with full pay. privileged able or allowed to do things that other people have no opportunity to do |
| 27863 |
All those who were privileged to work with him have special memories. privileged be feel privileged to do something able or allowed to do things that other people have no opportunity to do |
| 27864 |
These advisers occupy a privileged position within the company. privileged a privileged position able or allowed to do things that other people have no opportunity to do |
| 27865 |
Our students are raising money to help the less privileged. privileged the least less privileged people who are poor and have no social advantages |
| 27866 |
glossy green leaves glossy shiny in an attractive way |
| 27867 |
the glossy world of haute couture glossy attractive, exciting, and fashionable but with no real importance or value |
| 27868 |
a glossy travel brochure glossy printed on shiny paper with a lot of bright pictures |
| 27869 |
There needs to be closer liaison between the various departments. liaison liaison between the exchange of information between people or organizations, so that they understand each other and work well together |
| 27870 |
The company has established a good liaison with local communities. liaison liaison with the exchange of information between people or organizations, so that they understand each other and work well together |
| 27871 |
Project engineers are in close liaison with the client. liaison in (close) liaison with someone the exchange of information between people or organizations, so that they understand each other and work well together |
| 27872 |
the home-school liaison officer liaison the job of exchanging information about the work of an organization with people who are affected by it |
| 27873 |
The screech of modems is pure joy for these computer jockeys. jockey someone whose work involves the use of a particular object or machine |
| 27874 |
Several candidates are already jockeying for position. jockey jockey for position (=try to get into the best situation possible) to try to gain an advantage over your opponents, or to get something that other people are trying to get |
| 27875 |
greasy chips greasy prepared with a lot of oil or fat |
| 27876 |
greasy hands jeans greasy covered in grease |
| 27877 |
greasy hair skin greasy producing a lot of natural oil |
| 27878 |
Allied forces landed in Normandy in the summer of 1944. allied Allied soldiers forces belonging to or connected with the countries that united to fight against Germany in the First and Second World Wars, or against Iraq in the Gulf War |
| 27879 |
librarianship and allied subjects allied related because of having shared qualities or interests |
| 27880 |
Tax increases, allied to a collapse in export markets, have seriously harmed industry. allied allied to with if something is allied to or with something else, it is connected with it or working together with it |
| 27881 |
Coyne limped off the pitch with an ankle injury. limp to walk with difficulty because of an injured leg or foot |
| 27882 |
He was limping slightly and he looked tired. limp to walk with difficulty because of an injured leg or foot |
| 27883 |
The yacht is limping towards the island. limp to move or continue existing with difficulty |
| 27884 |
The council will have to limp along until fresh elections can be organized. limp limp along to move or continue existing with difficulty |
| 27885 |
Rachel walks with a slight limp. limp a way of walking that is affected by an injured leg or foot |
| 27886 |
a limp salad limp not firm, stiff, or strong |
| 27887 |
limp and lifeless hair limp not firm, stiff, or strong |
| 27888 |
a limp effort limp done without energy or enthusiasm |
| 27889 |
Let your arms hang limply at your sides. limp |
| 27890 |
They were planning to rob the museum. rob to take money or property illegally from a person or place, often using threats or violence |
| 27891 |
Daniel was robbed of his car, briefcase, and mobile phone. rob rob someone of something to take money or property illegally from a person or place, often using threats or violence |
| 27892 |
Mr Davies was robbed at knifepoint. rob rob someone at knifepoint gunpoint to take money or property illegally from a person or place, often using threats or violence |
| 27893 |
The shock had robbed her of the power of speech. rob rob someone of something to take something such as an opportunity, skill, or quality from someone, often in an unfair way |
| 27894 |
an opportunity to indulge in leisure activities like reading indulge indulge in to allow yourself to have or do something that you enjoy |
| 27895 |
Indulge yourself – come on a gourmet food weekend. indulge indulge yourself (in something) to allow yourself to have or do something that you enjoy |
| 27896 |
The new job gave him the chance to indulge his passion for music. indulge indulge a passion taste interest to allow yourself to have or do something that you enjoy |
| 27897 |
He loves his wife and indulges his sons. indulge to allow someone to do what they want or enjoy |
| 27898 |
It's part of her agent's job to indulge her whims. indulge to allow someone to do what they want or enjoy |
| 27899 |
Many people feel that their holiday is the time to indulge. indulge to have or eat something that you enjoy but that you should not have much of |
| 27900 |
He had indulged in affairs with several women. indulge indulge in to become involved in something that people do not approve of |
| 27901 |
The paper was accused of distorting the truth. distort to change something such as information so that it is no longer true or accurate |
| 27902 |
The programme presented a distorted picture of her life. distort to change something such as information so that it is no longer true or accurate |
| 27903 |
Electronic faults can distort the radio signal. distort to change the way that something looks, sounds, or behaves so that it becomes strange or difficult to recognize |
| 27904 |
Her face was distorted with pain. distort to change the way that something looks, sounds, or behaves so that it becomes strange or difficult to recognize |
| 27905 |
It had no effect whatsoever. whatsoever no something whatsoever used for emphasizing a negative statement |
| 27906 |
I have no doubt whatsoever. whatsoever used for emphasizing a negative statement |
| 27907 |
'Are there any problems?' 'None whatsoever.' whatsoever none whatsoever used for emphasizing a negative statement |
| 27908 |
Ross had nothing whatsoever to do with the incident. whatsoever nothing whatsoever used for emphasizing a negative statement |
| 27909 |
The government can give whatsoever it chooses to whomsoever it likes. whatsoever whatever |
| 27910 |
a costly diversification into electronics and aerospace diversification the process of developing new products or business activities |
| 27911 |
The present system is simply no longer viable. viable able to be done, or worth doing |
| 27912 |
Hospitals plan to stop services that are not financially viable. viable commercially economically financially viable (=capable of producing a profit) able to be done, or worth doing |
| 27913 |
We're concerned about the viability of your business plan. viable |
| 27914 |
These two groups formed the nucleus of a new political party. nucleus nucleus of the central or basic part of something |
| 27915 |
A nucleus of activist students led the demonstrations. nucleus the central or basic part of something |
| 27916 |
Don't exaggerate! It wasn't that bad! exaggerate to describe something in a way that makes it seem better, worse, larger, more important etc than it really is |
| 27917 |
The paper's political influence has been greatly exaggerated. exaggerate greatly grossly wildly exaggerate something to describe something in a way that makes it seem better, worse, larger, more important etc than it really is |
| 27918 |
We should not exaggerate the importance of this agreement. exaggerate exaggerate the importance significance of something to describe something in a way that makes it seem better, worse, larger, more important etc than it really is |
| 27919 |
a compact car camera compact smaller than most things of the same kind |
| 27920 |
a compact flat above the garage compact small but arranged in a way that uses space very effectively |
| 27921 |
a compact bundle mass compact small and with only small spaces between parts |
| 27922 |
Years of heavy use have compacted the soil. compact to make something smaller or firmer by pressing it, or to become smaller or firmer in this way |
| 27923 |
The snow compacts and forms a solid layer. compact to make something smaller or firmer by pressing it, or to become smaller or firmer in this way |
| 27924 |
British American German nationality nationality the legal status of being a citizen of a particular country |
| 27925 |
Both their children had dual nationality. nationality dual nationality (=belonging to two countries) the legal status of being a citizen of a particular country |
| 27926 |
There may be as many as 20 different nationalities in a school. nationality a group of people who have the same race, language, or culture |
| 27927 |
He made it clear that he would brook no dissent. brook to definitely not allow or accept something |
| 27928 |
She was sick of being hounded by the press. hound to follow someone in a determined way in order to get something from them |
| 27929 |
He claims the media hounded him out of office. hound to force someone to leave a place or job by always being unpleasant to them |
| 27930 |
a refuge for earthquake victims refuge a place where you go to protect yourself from something dangerous or threatening |
| 27931 |
Residents took refuge from the bombing in the local church. refuge take seek find refuge a place where you go to protect yourself from something dangerous or threatening |
| 27932 |
To avoid an argument, he sought refuge in silence. refuge take seek find refuge in something to behave in a way that makes you feel more comfortable in an unpleasant situation |
| 27933 |
Presently, Rachel is heading our research group. presently at the present time |
| 27934 |
He'll be with you presently. presently soon |
| 27935 |
A new accounting system will soon become mandatory for all departments. mandatory mandatory for ordered by a law or rule |
| 27936 |
It's mandatory to wear a seat belt in the UK. mandatory it is mandatory to do something ordered by a law or rule |
| 27937 |
The trial judge imposed the mandatory sentence of life imprisonment. mandatory a mandatory sentence ordered by a law or rule |
| 27938 |
His job was to achieve the release of the hostages, a task he successfully accomplished. accomplish to succeed in doing something, especially something that you have been trying to do for a period of time |
| 27939 |
We didn't accomplish much at work this week. accomplish to succeed in doing something, especially something that you have been trying to do for a period of time |
| 27940 |
A difficult year for the company was redeemed by one very successful deal. redeem to improve something that is not very good by including something that is good |
| 27941 |
Smith's only redeeming feature is that he knows his job. redeem redeeming feature to improve something that is not very good by including something that is good |
| 27942 |
She couldn't afford to redeem her wedding ring from the pawnbroker. redeem to get an object again by paying someone the money that they paid you for it, especially when the money was a type of loan |
| 27943 |
They will redeem their debts over a period of years. redeem to give all the money that you have borrowed to the person who you borrowed it from |
| 27944 |
He was anxious to redeem himself after the fight that morning. redeem redeem yourself to do something good because you have behaved badly, so that people will think you are a good person again |
| 27945 |
Sorry, I didn't mean to startle you. startle to make a person or animal feel suddenly frightened or surprised by doing something that they do not expect |
| 27946 |
I can't abide their chatter. abide can't abide something to dislike something very much. It is more usual to say that you can't stand something |
| 27947 |
Some said they'd never seen a worse film. worse more unpleasant or bad than something else or than before |
| 27948 |
Our performance got worse as the game went on. worse get worse more unpleasant or bad than something else or than before |
| 27949 |
The injury looked a lot worse than it really was. worse worse than more unpleasant or bad than something else or than before |
| 27950 |
The situation was made worse by the rapid growth in population. worse something is made worse by something more unpleasant or bad than something else or than before |
| 27951 |
The company's financial problems are getting worse and worse. worse worse and worse more unpleasant or bad than something else or than before |
| 27952 |
She's feeling much worse today. worse more ill than before |
| 27953 |
Could be worse. At least you didn't lose any money. worse (it) could be worse used for saying that a situation is better than it might have been, although it is still bad |
| 27954 |
These new crops are making matters worse by destroying traditional agriculture. worse make matters things worse used for talking about something that makes a bad situation worse |
| 27955 |
There's nothing worse than feeling ill in a strange place. worse there's nothing worse than (doing) something used for talking about things that you dislike very much |
| 27956 |
The furniture was a bit the worse for wear, but the house was clean. worse old or damaged |
| 27957 |
He came back slightly the worse for wear after a night out. worse drunk |
| 27958 |
We've got maths this morning, worse luck. worse worse luck used for saying that you wish a situation was different |
| 27959 |
Things have definitely taken a turn for the worse. worse for the worse in a way that makes a situation worse |
| 27960 |
They played even worse in the second half. worse more badly |
| 27961 |
His leg seemed to be hurting worse than ever. worse more severely |
| 27962 |
For a job that pays well, you could do worse than become a lawyer. worse you could do worse used for saying that you think that something is fairly good |
| 27963 |
We tried to persuade her but she was adamant. adamant determined not to change your belief or decision about something |
| 27964 |
He was adamant that he would not pay any more money. adamant adamant (that) determined not to change your belief or decision about something |
| 27965 |
They are adamant about buying only organic food. adamant adamant about determined not to change your belief or decision about something |
| 27966 |
I gazed at her in admiration. admiration a feeling of respect and approval |
| 27967 |
We're full of admiration for all your hard work. admiration admiration for a feeling of respect and approval |
| 27968 |
She makes the most absurd claims about her past achievements. absurd completely stupid, unreasonable, or impossible to believe |
| 27969 |
It's completely absurd to suggest that we shouldn't test students. absurd it is absurd to do something completely stupid, unreasonable, or impossible to believe |
| 27970 |
Don't be absurd – you're just worrying about nothing. absurd talking or behaving in a silly or extreme way |
| 27971 |
Jack goes to absurd lengths to prove his point. absurd to absurd lengths (=making an extreme amount of effort) talking or behaving in a silly or extreme way |
| 27972 |
She has a wonderfully absurd sense of humour. absurd deliberately emphasizing what is silly or stupid about people and society |
| 27973 |
He's beginning to realize the absurdity of the situation. absurd |
| 27974 |
It was rather a coincidence that she appeared at that exact moment. coincidence coincidence that a situation in which separate things happen by chance at the same time or in the same way |
| 27975 |
By coincidence, his teaching contract finished at about the same time his first book was published. coincidence by coincidence a situation in which separate things happen by chance at the same time or in the same way |
| 27976 |
It is no coincidence that coastal communities have often been deeply religious. coincidence no coincidence a situation in which separate things happen by chance at the same time or in the same way |
| 27977 |
It might have been planned or it might have been pure coincidence. coincidence pure sheer coincidence a situation in which separate things happen by chance at the same time or in the same way |
| 27978 |
They have a substantial coincidence of business interests. coincidence coincidence of a situation in which ideas or opinions are the same |
| 27979 |
The software is designed principally for classroom use. principally mainly |
| 27980 |
It appeals principally to teenagers. principally mainly |
| 27981 |
Their duties consisted principally of approving expenditure and appointments. principally mainly |
| 27982 |
Bill has a Canadian passport. passport an official document containing your photograph and showing which country you are a citizen of. You use your passport when travelling to foreign countries |
| 27983 |
The immigration officer checked our passports. passport check a passport an official document containing your photograph and showing which country you are a citizen of. You use your passport when travelling to foreign countries |
| 27984 |
You must have a valid passport and be free to travel in the next few weeks. passport valid passport an official document containing your photograph and showing which country you are a citizen of. You use your passport when travelling to foreign countries |
| 27985 |
In those days a university degree was a passport to a secure job. passport passport to into something that makes it possible for you to do something or to have something good |
| 27986 |
It was too cold to swim, but we went for a paddle. paddle the activity of playing or walking in water that is not very deep. The American word is wade |
| 27987 |
The little ones were paddling in the shallow end. paddle to play or walk in water that is not very deep |
| 27988 |
We paddled for several hours along the coast. paddle to move a small boat through the water using a paddle |
| 27989 |
We watched the ducks paddle across the lake. paddle to swim slowly by moving your arms or legs gently through the water |
| 27990 |
an oil depot depot a large building where things can be stored until they are needed |
| 27991 |
Simmer gently until the apple has softened. soften to become softer, or to make something softer |
| 27992 |
If the mixture is too hard you will need to soften it. soften to become softer, or to make something softer |
| 27993 |
When Jack spoke to the children his voice softened. soften to become kinder and less severe, or to make someone or something do this |
| 27994 |
She seems to have softened her attitude to him. soften to become kinder and less severe, or to make someone or something do this |
| 27995 |
The warm light softened her features. soften to make something look more pleasant by making its colour or shape less strong |
| 27996 |
He tried to soften the blow by telling her himself. soften soften the blow impact effect to make something unpleasant seem less severe |
| 27997 |
the secretion of hormones secretion a liquid that is produced by a living thing, or the process of producing this liquid |
| 27998 |
In extreme situations, the police chief may invoke emergency powers. invoke to use a law or rule in order to achieve something |
| 27999 |
They invoked principles of international law to claim ownership of the sunken ship. invoke to mention a law, principle, or idea in order to support an argument or to explain an action |
| 28000 |
Popular art invoked the image of a happy and contented family. invoke to make someone feel a particular emotion or see a particular image in their minds |
| 28001 |
The situation was invoking fears of another Vietnam-type entanglement. invoke to make someone feel a particular emotion or see a particular image in their minds |
| 28002 |
prayers invoking divine protection invoke to ask for help from someone who is stronger or more powerful, especially a god |
| 28003 |
His face was covered in dirt. dirt a substance that makes something dirty |
| 28004 |
Angelo brushed the dirt off his coat. dirt a substance that makes something dirty |
| 28005 |
Groups of children were playing in the dirt. dirt soil or mud (=soil mixed with water) |
| 28006 |
mounds of dirt dirt soil or mud (=soil mixed with water) |
| 28007 |
They will publish any dirt they can find on their political opponents. dirt information about someone that could damage their reputation if people knew about it |
| 28008 |
The papers were looking to dig up all the dirt on Dale. dirt dig up dirt (on someone) information about someone that could damage their reputation if people knew about it |
| 28009 |
Louise is scared of flying. scared scared of (doing) something frightened, or worried |
| 28010 |
I'm scared I'll fail all my exams. scared scared (that) frightened, or worried |
| 28011 |
Mike was too scared to go bungee jumping. scared be scared to do something frightened, or worried |
| 28012 |
I'm scared stiff of having the operation. scared scared stiff scared to death (=extremely scared) frightened, or worried |
| 28013 |
He said the laws were created by interfering bureaucrats. bureaucrat someone who is employed to help run an office or government department. This word can suggest that you do not like people like this because you think they have too much power and care too much about rules and systems |
| 28014 |
a coffee mug mug a cup with straight sides and no saucer, used mainly for hot drinks |
| 28015 |
Nina had made mugs of tea for them both. mug the liquid in a mug, or the amount that a mug contains |
| 28016 |
Only a mug would pay those prices. mug someone who does not realize that they are being tricked or treated badly |
| 28017 |
They were mugged just in front of their house. mug to attack someone in a public place and steal their money, jewellery, or other possessions |
| 28018 |
We sympathize deeply with the families of the victims. sympathize sympathize with to behave in a kind way and show that you understand someone's problems |
| 28019 |
Many people admit they sympathize with the rebels' demands. sympathize sympathize with to approve of and support someone or something |
| 28020 |
Many people enjoy the pleasures and convenience of living in a city centre. convenience a condition that makes it easier to do something and helps you to avoid wasting time or effort |
| 28021 |
Her hair was cut short for convenience rather than fashion. convenience a condition that makes it easier to do something and helps you to avoid wasting time or effort |
| 28022 |
Convenience and speed of preparation are important to people with busy lifestyles. convenience a condition that makes it easier to do something and helps you to avoid wasting time or effort |
| 28023 |
A pre-paid envelope is enclosed for your convenience. convenience for someone's convenience a condition that makes it easier to do something and helps you to avoid wasting time or effort |
| 28024 |
The kitchen was equipped with a range of modern conveniences. convenience something that you do to make things easier for yourself or that is intended to make things easier for you |
| 28025 |
The centre offers every convenience for the busy executive. convenience something that you do to make things easier for yourself or that is intended to make things easier for you |
| 28026 |
A second car was a convenience that we came to depend on. convenience something that you do to make things easier for yourself or that is intended to make things easier for you |
| 28027 |
We can meet to discuss this further at your convenience. convenience at someone's convenience at a time that suits someone so that they do not have to make a special effort to do something |
| 28028 |
Please call me back at your earliest convenience. convenience at someone's earliest convenience as soon as someone is able to do something |
| 28029 |
The price includes hotel and meals – entertainment is optional. optional something that is optional is available or possible if you want it, but you do not have to have it or do it |
| 28030 |
Add 200 grammes of walnuts (optional). optional something that is optional is available or possible if you want it, but you do not have to have it or do it |
| 28031 |
The history course is optional, but English is compulsory. optional something that is optional is available or possible if you want it, but you do not have to have it or do it |
| 28032 |
Remote central locking comes as an optional extra. optional an optional extra (=something that is available, usually for more money) something that is optional is available or possible if you want it, but you do not have to have it or do it |
| 28033 |
I looked everywhere and eventually found the wretched letter. wretched used for emphasizing how much someone or something annoys you |
| 28034 |
The wretched man never answered her questions. wretched used for emphasizing how much someone or something annoys you |
| 28035 |
The whole family lived in one wretched room. wretched very unpleasant, or in very bad condition |
| 28036 |
She felt wretched at the thought of what might happen. wretched very unhappy, or ill |
| 28037 |
The president flew home today after another unsuccessful attempt to reach a peace agreement. unsuccessful something that is unsuccessful does not achieve what you want, or does not happen in the way that you want |
| 28038 |
All their efforts were largely unsuccessful. unsuccessful something that is unsuccessful does not achieve what you want, or does not happen in the way that you want |
| 28039 |
Letters are sent to all unsuccessful candidates. unsuccessful someone who is unsuccessful does not do or get what they want |
| 28040 |
They were unsuccessful in reaching foreign markets. unsuccessful unsuccessful in someone who is unsuccessful does not do or get what they want |
| 28041 |
Some workers have tried unsuccessfully to set up their own businesses. unsuccessful |
| 28042 |
There is no consistency in the way they deal with offenders. consistency consistency in the ability to remain the same in behaviour, attitudes, or qualities |
| 28043 |
Peanut butter has a thick creamy consistency. consistency the degree to which a substance is thick, smooth, or firm |
| 28044 |
The team work under the umbrella of the National Research Unit. umbrella a single large group that separate groups belong to or are protected by |
| 28045 |
the UN aid umbrella umbrella something that gives protection |
| 28046 |
The UDF was an umbrella body comprising 600 anti-apartheid groups. umbrella an umbrella organization consists of a lot of smaller groups |
| 28047 |
The umbrella term 'computer-aided design' includes a wide range of different techniques. umbrella an umbrella word is used for talking about a lot of specific things of the same general type |
| 28048 |
a piano solo solo a piece of music or a part of a piece of music that is performed by one person |
| 28049 |
The trumpeter did a brilliant solo in the middle. solo a piece of music or a part of a piece of music that is performed by one person |
| 28050 |
his first solo flight solo done by one person alone, without any help |
| 28051 |
a stunning solo goal by Michael Owen solo done by one person alone, without any help |
| 28052 |
She is releasing a solo album. solo performing alone, not as part of a band, orchestra etc |
| 28053 |
The piano is a good solo instrument. solo performing alone, not as part of a band, orchestra etc |
| 28054 |
Their former lead singer is now a solo artist. solo solo artist performer performing alone, not as part of a band, orchestra etc |
| 28055 |
the solo violin part solo performed by one musician or instrument |
| 28056 |
a solo passage for acoustic guitar solo performed by one musician or instrument |
| 28057 |
Travelling solo has a number of advantages. solo alone |
| 28058 |
Louise's decision to go solo shocked the band. solo go solo to start to do something alone rather than with others |
| 28059 |
The new concerto is intensely lyrical. lyrical expressing beauty and strong emotion |
| 28060 |
Our first priority is putting food in empty bellies. belly a stomach. This word is often used to talk about whether people have enough to eat or not |
| 28061 |
He lay on his belly. belly the front part of your body between your chest and your legs |
| 28062 |
the duck's white throat and belly belly the soft lower part of an animal's body |
| 28063 |
the belly of a violin belly a round part of an object |
| 28064 |
The hallway leads to a bathroom with bath and shower attachment. attachment a special tool that you can fix to a machine or piece of equipment to make it do a particular job |
| 28065 |
She formed no close attachments during her time in Paris. attachment a feeling of loving or liking a person very much |
| 28066 |
He felt a particular attachment to his father's family. attachment attachment to a feeling of loving or liking a person very much |
| 28067 |
Scottish firms need to lose their attachment to Scotland to succeed. attachment attachment to a feeling of liking or supporting a place, idea, or organization |
| 28068 |
The filter has suckers for attachment to the side of the tank. attachment the process of fixing one thing to another |
| 28069 |
In 1986 John was sent on attachment to the Paris office. attachment on attachment to someone who is on attachment to an organization or company has been sent there for a short time by the organization or company that they normally work for. The American expression is on assignment |
| 28070 |
The initial investigation failed to uncover a number of important facts. uncover to find out about something that has been hidden or kept secret |
| 28071 |
Troops uncovered a terrorist training camp. uncover to find out about something that has been hidden or kept secret |
| 28072 |
I felt dizzy and had to sit down. dizzy feeling as if you or the things around you are spinning, especially when you think you are going to fall |
| 28073 |
The dizzy spells (=periods when you feel dizzy) have stopped completely. dizzy feeling as if you or the things around you are spinning, especially when you think you are going to fall |
| 28074 |
the dizzy pace of modern life dizzy feeling or making you feel excited or confused, especially because everything is changing very fast |
| 28075 |
We were dizzy with excitement. dizzy feeling or making you feel excited or confused, especially because everything is changing very fast |
| 28076 |
Now that you've reached the dizzy heights of supervisor, I suppose you won't be talking to us any more! dizzy the dizzy heights (of something) an important or successful position. This is often used to show that the position is not really very impressive |
| 28077 |
repeated requests warnings assurances attempts repeated done many times |
| 28078 |
a table made of solid pine pine the wood of a pine tree |
| 28079 |
pine furniture pine the wood of a pine tree |
| 28080 |
conflicts between parents and offspring offspring someone's child or children |
| 28081 |
The birds will see you as a threat to their offspring. offspring the baby or babies of an animal |
| 28082 |
Jungle is an offspring of techno and jazz. offspring something that has developed as a result of something else |
| 28083 |
Firefighters surrounded the blazing building. blazing burning very strongly |
| 28084 |
a blazing hot day in July blazing very hot because the sun is shining strongly |
| 28085 |
a blazing sunset blazing very bright |
| 28086 |
the blazing fury in his eyes blazing showing a lot of anger or emotion |
| 28087 |
He walked out after a blazing row with his wife. blazing a blazing row a very angry argument |
| 28088 |
The team's performance was a joy to behold. behold a joy marvel wonder to behold something that is enjoyable marvellous wonderful etc to watch |
| 28089 |
Each team has to nominate a leader. nominate to officially suggest that someone should be given a job, or that someone or something should receive a prize |
| 28090 |
Anyone can nominate a team for an award. nominate nominate someone something for something to officially suggest that someone should be given a job, or that someone or something should receive a prize |
| 28091 |
He had already been nominated as a candidate. nominate nominate someone as something to officially suggest that someone should be given a job, or that someone or something should receive a prize |
| 28092 |
She has been nominated to the committee. nominate nominate someone to something to officially suggest that someone should be given a job, or that someone or something should receive a prize |
| 28093 |
He has been nominated to represent his country at the negotiations. nominate nominate someone to do something to officially suggest that someone should be given a job, or that someone or something should receive a prize |
| 28094 |
5th June has been nominated as election day. nominate to choose a date or time for an event |
| 28095 |
Unemployment has soared. soar to quickly increase to a high level |
| 28096 |
An eagle was soaring overhead. soar to fly high in the sky |
| 28097 |
The little plane suddenly soared upwards. soar to rise quickly into the air |
| 28098 |
Skyscrapers soar above the city streets. soar to be very tall and impressive |
| 28099 |
soaring temperatures soar |
| 28100 |
a geological survey geological relating to geology, or to the features of the Earth's surface |
| 28101 |
a geological period geological relating to geology, or to the features of the Earth's surface |
| 28102 |
The demonstration soon degenerated into violence. degenerate to become worse |
| 28103 |
a degenerate lifestyle degenerate immoral |
| 28104 |
the inconveniences of life in the smaller and more remote villages inconvenience an annoying problem or situation, especially one that forces you to make an extra effort to do something |
| 28105 |
We apologize for the inconvenience caused to passengers. inconvenience an annoying problem or situation, especially one that forces you to make an extra effort to do something |
| 28106 |
Travellers are complaining of having to suffer the inconvenience of delayed flights. inconvenience an annoying problem or situation, especially one that forces you to make an extra effort to do something |
| 28107 |
The centre was bought with money donated by former Beatle, George Harrison. donate to give something such as money or goods to an organization, especially to a school, hospital, political party, or charity |
| 28108 |
Many big corporations donate to political parties. donate donate to to give something such as money or goods to an organization, especially to a school, hospital, political party, or charity |
| 28109 |
Would you be willing to donate some of your time to local charities? donate donate something to something to give something such as money or goods to an organization, especially to a school, hospital, political party, or charity |
| 28110 |
Alan can be very sarcastic. sarcastic using sarcasm to upset someone or to show anger |
| 28111 |
She made some sarcastic comment about my clothes. sarcastic using sarcasm to upset someone or to show anger |
| 28112 |
The children are settling in nicely at school. nicely in a satisfactory way |
| 28113 |
a nicely furnished flat nicely in an attractive way |
| 28114 |
If you ask Bob nicely, I'm sure he'll help. nicely in a polite or friendly way |
| 28115 |
The following story illustrates the point nicely. nicely in a suitable or accurate way |
| 28116 |
He started his own business and he is doing very nicely. nicely doing (very) nicely successful and usually earning a lot of money |
| 28117 |
Those steaks will do nicely for supper tonight. nicely something will do nicely used for saying that something is suitable for a particular situation or is exactly what you want or need |
| 28118 |
The jury's role is to decide the guilt or innocence of the defendant. innocence the state of not being guilty of a crime |
| 28119 |
This new evidence would hopefully prove his innocence. innocence prove someone's innocence the state of not being guilty of a crime |
| 28120 |
He has continued to protest his innocence throughout his six years in prison. innocence protest maintain your innocence (=say that you are not guilty) the state of not being guilty of a crime |
| 28121 |
She arrived in London with all the naive innocence of a small-town girl. innocence lack of experience of life and the bad things people do so that you tend to trust people too much |
| 28122 |
I asked him about his wife in all innocence. innocence in all innocence without intending to upset or harm someone |
| 28123 |
a bottle of shampoo shampoo a liquid that you use for washing your hair |
| 28124 |
He didn't disguise his bitterness about what had happened. disguise to hide something such as your feelings or intentions |
| 28125 |
a thinly disguised attempt to embarrass the prime minister disguise to hide something such as your feelings or intentions |
| 28126 |
She arrived at his home disguised as a man. disguise be disguised as someone something to make changes in the way that someone looks so that other people will not recognize them |
| 28127 |
The intruders were disguised in post office uniforms. disguise be disguised in something to make changes in the way that someone looks so that other people will not recognize them |
| 28128 |
The soldiers disguised themselves as ordinary civilians. disguise disguise yourself as in something to make changes in the way that someone looks so that other people will not recognize them |
| 28129 |
little tape recorders disguised as cigarette packets disguise to make something look, sound, or seem like something else |
| 28130 |
She was wearing a disguise of a blonde wig and glasses. disguise something that you wear to change the way that you look so that people will not recognize you |
| 28131 |
He often went out in disguise to avoid being recognized by his fans. disguise in disguise (=wearing a disguise) something that you wear to change the way that you look so that people will not recognize you |
| 28132 |
His cheerful manner is a disguise that hides the pain. disguise something that hides what something really is, especially by making it seem better than it is |
| 28133 |
The more artistic films are dismissed as 'pornography in disguise'. disguise in disguise something that hides what something really is, especially by making it seem better than it is |
| 28134 |
You need to give your whole body a thorough sponge. sponge a wash with a sponge |
| 28135 |
Sponge it down thoroughly before you paint it again. sponge to wash someone or something with a sponge |
| 28136 |
Disused factories were being demolished, and the whole site redeveloped. demolish to deliberately destroy a building |
| 28137 |
The truck hit a wall at high speed, virtually demolishing it. demolish to destroy a building or other structure by accident |
| 28138 |
It was an experience that completely demolished her confidence. demolish to have a bad effect on someone's feelings, or to spoil their plans |
| 28139 |
She has spent about five years counselling rape victims. counsel to give someone advice and help with their problems, especially as your job |
| 28140 |
Macnade was being counselled for violent tendencies. counsel to give someone advice and help with their problems, especially as your job |
| 28141 |
Privately, the president was being counselled to end the war. counsel counsel someone to do something to give someone advice about what to do in a particular situation |
| 28142 |
a defence counsel counsel a lawyer who gives someone legal advice and represents them in a court of law |
| 28143 |
a length of cord cord strong thick string |
| 28144 |
Tie it with a nylon cord. cord strong thick string |
| 28145 |
my dressing gown cord cord a long piece of material used as a belt |
| 28146 |
There's no need to vent your anger on me. vent to express your feelings of anger very strongly |
| 28147 |
The meetings allow people to give vent to their frustrations. vent give vent to to express very strong anger or sadness |
| 28148 |
It's difficult to understand the judge's reasoning in this case. reasoning the process of thinking about something in an intelligent sensible way in order to make a decision or form an opinion |
| 28149 |
The reasoning behind this decision appears to be sound. reasoning reasoning behind the process of thinking about something in an intelligent sensible way in order to make a decision or form an opinion |
| 28150 |
That's an interesting line of reasoning. reasoning line of reasoning (=a way of looking at a problem) the process of thinking about something in an intelligent sensible way in order to make a decision or form an opinion |
| 28151 |
20 litres of water litre a unit for measuring an amount of liquid or gas in the metric system, containing 1000 millilitres |
| 28152 |
a 2-litre diesel engine litre a unit for measuring the size of a vehicle's engine |
| 28153 |
Karen didn't feel inclined to help. inclined inclined to do something feeling that you want to do something |
| 28154 |
A full fitness suite is available for your use, if you are so inclined. inclined if someone is so inclined (=if someone wants to do something) feeling that you want to do something |
| 28155 |
Younger people seem more inclined to save money than their parents. inclined be more less inclined to do something feeling that you want to do something |
| 28156 |
Joe is inclined to be moody. inclined inclined to do something tending to behave in a particular way or to be interested in a particular thing |
| 28157 |
Most animals are inclined to run when they feel threatened or frightened. inclined tending to behave in a particular way or to be interested in a particular thing |
| 28158 |
Some people are more inclined towards philosophy than others. inclined inclined towards tending to behave in a particular way or to be interested in a particular thing |
| 28159 |
Many parents were inclined to believe these reports, even though they weren't true. inclined inclined to think believe agree etc having an opinion but not completely sure about it |
| 28160 |
I'm inclined to agree with you. inclined inclined to think believe agree etc having an opinion but not completely sure about it |
| 28161 |
I'm really thirsty – could I have a glass of water? thirsty feeling that you want or need to drink something |
| 28162 |
Moving furniture around is thirsty work. thirsty thirsty work (=hard work that makes you feel thirsty) feeling that you want or need to drink something |
| 28163 |
Citizens seem thirsty for any kind of reform. thirsty be thirsty for something to want something very much |
| 28164 |
The recent flood evoked memories of the great flood of 1972. evoke to bring a particular emotion, idea, or memory into your mind |
| 28165 |
a cobbled courtyard courtyard a square area that is surrounded by buildings or walls |
| 28166 |
Concerts are held in the courtyard. courtyard a square area that is surrounded by buildings or walls |
| 28167 |
When women like her get their claws into a rich man, they never let them go. claw to get control over someone and make them do what you want, especially in a romantic or sexual relationship |
| 28168 |
The bear had clawed the tree trunk to shreds. claw to attack someone, or to try to cut or tear something using claws |
| 28169 |
You could hear the dog clawing at the door. claw claw at to attack someone, or to try to cut or tear something using claws |
| 28170 |
She clawed his left cheek with her long red nails. claw to attack someone, or to try to cut or tear something using your fingernails |
| 28171 |
His bony fingers clawed at my face. claw claw at to attack someone, or to try to cut or tear something using your fingernails |
| 28172 |
The children were clawing at my trouser legs. claw claw at to try to take hold of something with your hands |
| 28173 |
The West Indians had clawed their way back into the match. claw claw your way out of something to something back etc to reach a particular place, situation, or state, as a result of great effort or despite great difficulties or opposition |
| 28174 |
a circus arena arena a large area that is surrounded by seats, used for sports or entertainment |
| 28175 |
Today, businesses must be able to compete in the international arena. arena the people and activities involved with a particular subject or activity |
| 28176 |
Publishers must move into the electronic arena. arena the people and activities involved with a particular subject or activity |
| 28177 |
the government's wish to introduce simplicity into local government simplicity the quality of being simple |
| 28178 |
This may sound complicated, but rest assured, it is simplicity itself. simplicity be simplicity itself to be very simple |
| 28179 |
She had no inhibitions about sleeping with other men. inhibition a feeling of being embarrassed or not confident that makes it difficult to relax and do or say what you want to |
| 28180 |
Her children expressed themselves without inhibition. inhibition a feeling of being embarrassed or not confident that makes it difficult to relax and do or say what you want to |
| 28181 |
Alcohol helped him to lose his inhibitions. inhibition a feeling of being embarrassed or not confident that makes it difficult to relax and do or say what you want to |
| 28182 |
Protesters were dismissed as cranks. crank someone with ideas or behaviour that you think are very strange |
| 28183 |
Radio stations often get crank calls. crank used about someone's behaviour or actions |
| 28184 |
frozen food meals frozen preserved by being made extremely cold and stored at a very low temperature |
| 28185 |
frozen vegetables fish yoghurt frozen preserved by being made extremely cold and stored at a very low temperature |
| 28186 |
I'm frozen – can't we go inside? frozen feeling very cold |
| 28187 |
Her fingers were frozen stiff. frozen frozen stiff (=extremely cold) feeling very cold |
| 28188 |
She stood frozen with terror. frozen unable to move because of fear or surprise |
| 28189 |
the political vacuum left by his unexpected death vacuum political power vacuum a feeling that something is missing, or a situation in which something is missing |
| 28190 |
The collapse of the dictatorship created a vacuum in which criminal gangs flourished. vacuum create a vacuum a feeling that something is missing, or a situation in which something is missing |
| 28191 |
They need something to fill the vacuum left by the end of Marxism. vacuum fill a vacuum (=replace something) a feeling that something is missing, or a situation in which something is missing |
| 28192 |
Learning cannot occur in a vacuum. vacuum in a vacuum existing separately, or considered separately, from other people, events, or ideas, and not influenced by them |
| 28193 |
There has been a rise in the number of immigrants coming from Eastern Europe, especially Poland. immigrant someone who comes to live in a country from another country |
| 28194 |
an area with a large immigrant population immigrant someone who comes to live in a country from another country |
| 28195 |
Revenge was a possible motive for the attack. revenge something that you do to hurt or punish someone because they have hurt you or someone else |
| 28196 |
I wanted revenge for the trouble she had caused. revenge revenge for something that you do to hurt or punish someone because they have hurt you or someone else |
| 28197 |
He killed the man in revenge for the murder of his sister. revenge in revenge (for something) something that you do to hurt or punish someone because they have hurt you or someone else |
| 28198 |
The villagers seemed certain to take revenge on the enemy. revenge take revenge on against someone something that you do to hurt or punish someone because they have hurt you or someone else |
| 28199 |
He was determined to have his revenge on her one day. revenge have your revenge (on someone) something that you do to hurt or punish someone because they have hurt you or someone else |
| 28200 |
a revenge attack killing revenge relating to or done in revenge |
| 28201 |
The Americans are seeking revenge for their defeat at last year's championships. revenge the defeat of an opponent or team that previously defeated you in a sports event |
| 28202 |
Eric wanted to revenge himself on John for his arrogance. revenge revenge yourself on someone (for something) be revenged on someone (for something) to hurt or punish someone because they have hurt you or someone else |
| 28203 |
He got home and flopped into a chair. flop to sit or lie down in a heavy way by relaxing your muscles and letting your body fall |
| 28204 |
Jamie flopped down beside me. flop flop down to sit or lie down in a heavy way by relaxing your muscles and letting your body fall |
| 28205 |
Her long hair flopped down over her eyes. flop to move or hang in a loose, heavy, and uncontrolled way |
| 28206 |
The film was a commercial flop. flop a complete failure |
| 28207 |
a motorcycle helmet helmet a hard hat that you wear to protect your head |
| 28208 |
Police say the motive for the attack is still unclear. unclear not obvious, definite, or easy to understand |
| 28209 |
It is unclear who fired the first shot. unclear it is unclear what why who etc not obvious, definite, or easy to understand |
| 28210 |
Ben seems unclear about what's expected of him. unclear be unclear about as to something about to not understand or not be certain about something |
| 28211 |
I'm still a little unclear as to why they are opposing this plan. unclear be unclear about as to something as to to not understand or not be certain about something |
| 28212 |
The train jerked forwards. jerk to move very suddenly, or to make something move suddenly |
| 28213 |
Jerking her head towards the valley, she said, 'What's down there?' jerk to move very suddenly, or to make something move suddenly |
| 28214 |
The taxi jerked to a stop outside a large hotel. jerk to move very suddenly, or to make something move suddenly |
| 28215 |
Lucy jerked awake from a nightmare. jerk to move suddenly as you wake up or stop thinking deeply about something |
| 28216 |
George strode to the window and jerked back the curtains. jerk to pull something suddenly using a lot of force |
| 28217 |
Iris sat up with a jerk. jerk a quick sudden movement |
| 28218 |
He gave the handle a quick jerk. jerk a strong sudden pull |
| 28219 |
jerk chicken jerk jerk meat has been marinated in a mixture of spices with a strong flavour |
| 28220 |
We intercepted a message sent from a business firm in Paris to The Hague. intercept to stop, catch, or take control of someone or something before they can get to the place they are going to |
| 28221 |
Townsend intercepted a pass and ran half the length of the pitch to score. intercept to stop, catch, or take control of someone or something before they can get to the place they are going to |
| 28222 |
The train strikes caused major disruption to thousands of commuters. disruption disruption to a situation in which something cannot continue because of a problem |
| 28223 |
the outgoing prime minister outgoing soon to leave a position of authority or power |
| 28224 |
Norman is very shy but his wife's outgoing. outgoing someone who is outgoing is friendly and enjoys meeting and talking to people |
| 28225 |
outgoing mail outgoing going out of or away from a place |
| 28226 |
outgoing flights outgoing going out of or away from a place |
| 28227 |
Salaries are based on the attainment of production targets. attainment the process of achieving an aim or particular level of success |
| 28228 |
educational academic attainments attainment something that you have succeeded in doing or having |
| 28229 |
She was already sitting at the bar, sipping wine. sip to drink in small amounts |
| 28230 |
If the food is too hot, take a sip of water. sip take a sip (of something) a small amount of liquid taken into your mouth |
| 28231 |
She drank and drank but couldn't quench her thirst. thirst quench your thirst (=drink until you are no longer thirsty) the feeling that you are thirsty |
| 28232 |
Villagers were nearly dying of thirst when water supplies arrived. thirst the state of not having enough to drink |
| 28233 |
The materials are designed to satisfy young people's thirst for knowledge. thirst thirst for a strong feeling of wanting to have or do something |
| 28234 |
Let's stop – it's nearly lunchtime. lunchtime the time in the middle of the day when people usually eat lunch |
| 28235 |
I'm going swimming at lunchtime. lunchtime at lunchtime the time in the middle of the day when people usually eat lunch |
| 28236 |
the lunchtime news lunchtime happening at lunchtime |
| 28237 |
a lunchtime walk lunchtime happening at lunchtime |
| 28238 |
the cult of the goddess Isis cult a religious system in which people worship a particular god, person, or object |
| 28239 |
The modern cult of beauty puts enormous pressure on young women. cult cult of extreme admiration for someone or something |
| 28240 |
The film has become something of a cult amongst young people. cult someone or something that a particular group of people are very enthusiastic about but that most people do not like or know about |
| 28241 |
a cult figure hero film cult very popular with a particular group of people |
| 28242 |
The project aims to reduce traffic congestion. congestion traffic congestion a situation in which a place is crowded with people or vehicles, so that it is difficult to move around |
| 28243 |
The house is supposedly haunted. supposedly as some people believe or say, although you may not agree with this |
| 28244 |
Supposedly the process causes no environmental damage. supposedly as some people believe or say, although you may not agree with this |
| 28245 |
Mason regarded teaching as his vocation. vocation a job that you do because you feel it is your purpose in life and for which you have special skills |
| 28246 |
She believes she has found her true vocation in life. vocation find a vocation a job that you do because you feel it is your purpose in life and for which you have special skills |
| 28247 |
the latest offering from the pen of the master offering something that is offered for sale |
| 28248 |
He was the first of the country's secular rulers. secular not religious, or not connected with religion |
| 28249 |
religious and secular matters secular not religious, or not connected with religion |
| 28250 |
We were overwhelmed by the sacrifices they had made. overwhelm to affect someone's emotions in a very powerful way |
| 28251 |
Her beauty completely overwhelmed him. overwhelm to affect someone's emotions in a very powerful way |
| 28252 |
We were overwhelmed by the result. overwhelm to surprise someone very much |
| 28253 |
She was overwhelmed by expenses. overwhelm to exist in such great amounts that someone or something cannot deal with them |
| 28254 |
In June the town is overwhelmed by tourists. overwhelm to exist in such great amounts that someone or something cannot deal with them |
| 28255 |
Europe's golfers completely overwhelmed the Americans. overwhelm to defeat an opponent in a sport or game, especially by a lot of points, goals etc |
| 28256 |
Government troops have overwhelmed a rebel encampment. overwhelm to defeat an enemy in a battle |
| 28257 |
The party was accused of stirring up a climate of fear and intolerance. intolerance someone's refusal to accept behaviour, beliefs, or opinions that are different from their own |
| 28258 |
These verbal attacks are clearly motivated by racial intolerance. intolerance political racial religious intolerance someone's refusal to accept behaviour, beliefs, or opinions that are different from their own |
| 28259 |
I have an intolerance to cow's milk. intolerance intolerance to if someone has an intolerance to a particular food or drink, they cannot eat it or drink it because it makes them ill |
| 28260 |
the momentum towards economic and political union in Europe momentum progress or development that is becoming faster or stronger |
| 28261 |
Interest in human rights issues has gained momentum. momentum gain gather momentum progress or development that is becoming faster or stronger |
| 28262 |
There was already evidence that the riots were losing their momentum. momentum lose momentum progress or development that is becoming faster or stronger |
| 28263 |
We must maintain the momentum of reform. momentum maintain the momentum keep the momentum going progress or development that is becoming faster or stronger |
| 28264 |
The vehicle gained momentum as the road dipped. momentum the speed with which a moving object keeps moving or moves faster |
| 28265 |
The possibilities are infinite. infinite very great, and seeming to have no limit |
| 28266 |
a teacher with infinite patience infinite very great, and seeming to have no limit |
| 28267 |
The city offers an infinite variety of things to do. infinite an infinite variety number very great, and seeming to have no limit |
| 28268 |
Space is infinite. infinite without any end or limit |
| 28269 |
a big floppy hat floppy soft and hanging down in a loose or heavy way |
| 28270 |
The inquiry found that manipulation of stock prices was widespread. manipulation manipulation of behaviour that influences someone or controls something in a clever or dishonest way |
| 28271 |
Scientists are attempting, by genetic manipulation, to produce more effective vaccines. manipulation the process of skilfully handling, controlling, or using something |
| 28272 |
an inquest into the death of her husband inquest inquest into an official attempt by a court to find the cause of someone's death |
| 28273 |
The inquest will be held next week. inquest hold an inquest an official attempt by a court to find the cause of someone's death |
| 28274 |
a basketball hoop hoop an object in the shape of a circle, usually made of metal, plastic, or wood |
| 28275 |
hoop earrings hoop an object in the shape of a circle, usually made of metal, plastic, or wood |
| 28276 |
There are so many hoops to jump through that a lot of people give up. hoop jump through hoops to perform a series of difficult tests to show that you are suitable for something |
| 28277 |
They live at 27 Shaftesbury Avenue. avenue used in street names. The written abbreviation is Ave |
| 28278 |
We've been left with no other avenue but to go to court. avenue one of the methods you can use to achieve something |
| 28279 |
We have explored every possible avenue to find funding. avenue explore pursue try an avenue one of the methods you can use to achieve something |
| 28280 |
rubber gloves rubber a strong substance that can bend easily and is used for making things such as tyres and boots. Rubber comes from a tree |
| 28281 |
poorly paid casual labourers labourer someone whose job involves hard physical work, for example building work |
| 28282 |
farm labourers labourer someone whose job involves hard physical work, for example building work |
| 28283 |
a science lab lab a laboratory |
| 28284 |
a lab technician lab working in, used in, or done in a laboratory |
| 28285 |
a lab bench lab working in, used in, or done in a laboratory |
| 28286 |
She's very discreet and loyal. discreet careful not to say anything that is secret or that could upset someone |
| 28287 |
They followed at a discreet distance. discreet unlikely to attract attention |
| 28288 |
discreet gold earrings discreet small and not very noticeable |
| 28289 |
Damn! I've broken one of my nails. damn used when you are annoyed about something |
| 28290 |
I can't open the damn window. damn used for emphasizing what you are saying, especially when you are annoyed about something |
| 28291 |
I feel a damn sight better than I did yesterday. damn a damn sight better cheaper worse etc (=much better, cheaper, worse etc) used for emphasizing what you are saying, especially when you are annoyed about something |
| 28292 |
I don't give a damn what she thinks. damn not give care a damn (about) to not care at all about someone or something |
| 28293 |
The contract isn't worth a damn if it hasn't been signed. damn not worth a damn used for saying that something has no value or use |
| 28294 |
The department's review damned the whole system. damn to criticize someone or something extremely severely |
| 28295 |
We're throwing a party, and damn the expense. damn and damn the consequences expense etc used for saying that you are going to do something without worrying about what will happen as a result how much it will cost etc |
| 28296 |
Jim's never around when he's supposed to be – damn him! damn damn it you him etc used when you are annoyed about something |
| 28297 |
Critics have damned the film with faint praise. damn damn with faint praise to praise someone or something with such a lack of enthusiasm that it is obvious you do not think they are at all good |
| 28298 |
She works damn hard. damn used for emphasizing what you are saying, especially when you are annoyed about something |
| 28299 |
He's a damn good teacher. damn used for emphasizing what you are saying, especially when you are annoyed about something |
| 28300 |
You'll damn well do as you're told! damn damn well used for emphasizing what you are saying, especially when you are annoyed about something |
| 28301 |
Why did you paint it green? You know damn well I don't like green. damn know damn well used for emphasizing what you are saying, especially when you are annoyed about something |
| 28302 |
He's done damn all since he got in this morning. damn damn all nothing at all |
| 28303 |
Are you all sitting comfortably? comfortably with a physically relaxed feeling and without any pain or other unpleasant feelings |
| 28304 |
All the bedrooms are comfortably furnished with private facilities and balcony. comfortably so as to be pleasant to be in, sit on, lie on, wear, or use |
| 28305 |
The job provided enough money to live fairly comfortably. comfortably with everything you need to have a pleasant way of life, especially money |
| 28306 |
The other top seed also won comfortably. comfortably without difficulty |
| 28307 |
Beckham slanted the ball away from Hobbs. slant to be or move at an angle that is not 90 degrees, or to make something do this |
| 28308 |
Pale sunlight slanted through the curtains. slant to be or move at an angle that is not 90 degrees, or to make something do this |
| 28309 |
The text was slanted towards younger readers. slant to give information or ideas in a way that gives more attention or support to a particular person, group, or opinion |
| 28310 |
the slant of a roof slant the angle at which something slopes |
| 28311 |
Her recipes give us a new slant on Italian cooking. slant a particular way of showing or considering information |
| 28312 |
writing with a political slant slant a particular way of showing or considering information |
| 28313 |
The couch faced the fire at a slant. slant at on a slant at an angle that is not 90 degrees |
| 28314 |
a tense situation atmosphere tense making you feel nervous and not relaxed, usually because you are worried about what is going to happen |
| 28315 |
There was a tense silence as everyone waited for his reaction. tense a tense silence making you feel nervous and not relaxed, usually because you are worried about what is going to happen |
| 28316 |
The atmosphere in the courtroom was extremely tense. tense a tense atmosphere making you feel nervous and not relaxed, usually because you are worried about what is going to happen |
| 28317 |
He was tired, but too tense to sleep. tense feeling nervous and not relaxed, usually because you are worried about what is going to happen |
| 28318 |
The city remains tense after Monday's bombing. tense feeling nervous and not relaxed, usually because you are worried about what is going to happen |
| 28319 |
She was gently massaging the tense muscles of his neck. tense pulled or stretched tight |
| 28320 |
Luke tensed when she touched him. tense if you or your muscles tense, or if you tense them, they suddenly become tight |
| 28321 |
Your dislike of water is perhaps due to a subconscious fear of drowning. subconscious relating to thoughts or feelings that you have but do not think about, or do not realize you have |
| 28322 |
Maybe subconsciously I really wanted him to fail. subconscious |
| 28323 |
His initial performances have been well below par (=not as good as usual). par below under par the usual or expected standard, especially the standard of someone's work or health |
| 28324 |
Most of the scripts we read are simply not up to par. par not up to par the usual or expected standard, especially the standard of someone's work or health |
| 28325 |
Profits should be on a par with last year. par on a par with of the same quality as or at the same level as |
| 28326 |
For a footballer, that kind of injury is par for the course. par usual or expected in a particular situation |
| 28327 |
The train was late, but that's par for the course these days. par used for showing that, although something is usual or expected, you do not like it or approve of it |
| 28328 |
The most likely scenario is that Brooks will resign. scenario a situation that could possibly happen |
| 28329 |
I am trying to think of all the possible scenarios. scenario a situation that could possibly happen |
| 28330 |
a state banquet banquet a formal meal prepared for a large number of people on an important occasion |
| 28331 |
Frankly, I couldn't care less what he thinks. frankly used for emphasizing that what you are about to say is your honest opinion, even though the person you are talking to might not like it |
| 28332 |
The chocolate mousse was, quite frankly, inedible. frankly quite frankly used for emphasizing that what you are about to say is your honest opinion, even though the person you are talking to might not like it |
| 28333 |
She talks frankly about her unhappy childhood. frankly in an open, honest, and direct manner |
| 28334 |
Then, with a resounding smack, she slapped Claudia's face. slap to hit someone or something quickly with the palm of the hand or a flat object, making a loud noise |
| 28335 |
The waves slapped against the stone pier. slap slap against to hit a surface with a sound like someone slapping something |
| 28336 |
Annie slapped down her cards. slap slap something down to put something down quickly and noisily |
| 28337 |
He slapped the packages down on the top step. slap slap something down on something to put something down quickly and noisily |
| 28338 |
Just slap some paint on the wall and it will look fine. slap slap something on into something to put something on a surface quickly and without much attention |
| 28339 |
He slapped some cream cheese on the bagel and gave it to me. slap to put something on a surface quickly and without much attention |
| 28340 |
I hate the way they all slap each other on the back all the time. slap slap someone on the back to say that someone is very good |
| 28341 |
He slipped and fell slap on the floor. slap suddenly, with a lot of force |
| 28342 |
She gave him a slap on the back to stop him coughing. slap a sharp hit with the palm of the hand |
| 28343 |
It was a real slap in the face when the bank turned us down. slap a slap in the face action or criticism that is unkind and that makes you feel sad or disappointed |
| 28344 |
All he got was a slap on the wrist and he kept his job. slap a slap on the wrist a punishment that is less severe than is expected or usual |
| 28345 |
I play golf for recreation only. recreation things that you do to enjoy yourself |
| 28346 |
Shopping is my main recreation. recreation an activity that is done for enjoyment |
| 28347 |
You will be given a nine-digit account number. digit five-digit eight-digit etc (=a number consisting of five eight numbers) one of the written numbers from 0 to 9 |
| 28348 |
a spy story thriller novel spy involving spies or their activities |
| 28349 |
He was accused of spying for a foreign government. spy to work as a spy |
| 28350 |
I spy a mistake. spy to notice someone or something |
| 28351 |
Aid workers had to get clearance to enter the country. clearance official permission that allows someone to do something, to go to a particular country, or to be told particular information |
| 28352 |
Security clearance for overseas students will now be valid for four years. clearance official permission that allows someone to do something, to go to a particular country, or to be told particular information |
| 28353 |
The pilot requested immediate clearance for landing. clearance official permission that allows the pilot of a plane to take off or land |
| 28354 |
Adjust the door to ensure equal clearance between door and frame. clearance an amount of space between two things that keeps them from touching each other |
| 28355 |
a policy of encouraging slum clearance clearance the process of removing things that are not wanted or used |
| 28356 |
We do a lot of house clearances (=removing things from houses). clearance the process of removing things that are not wanted or used |
| 28357 |
a desperate goal-line clearance clearance a kick or hit of a ball away from your goal in a game such as football |
| 28358 |
a graveyard of abandoned cars graveyard a place where things that are old, broken, or no longer wanted have been left |
| 28359 |
Having someone you can confide in is a real blessing. blessing something good that you feel very grateful or lucky to have |
| 28360 |
The fine weather has been a blessing for farmers. blessing blessing for something good that you feel very grateful or lucky to have |
| 28361 |
It's a blessing that your children live so near. blessing it's a blessing (that) something good that you feel very grateful or lucky to have |
| 28362 |
The management has given its blessing to the new project. blessing give someone something your blessing permission or support for something |
| 28363 |
Mike finally gave up his stressful job with his wife's blessing. blessing with someone's blessing (=with someone's support and approval) permission or support for something |
| 28364 |
Let us pray for God's blessing. blessing protection and help offered by God |
| 28365 |
Losing my job turned out to be a blessing in disguise. blessing a blessing in disguise something that seems to cause problems, but that you later realize is a good thing |
| 28366 |
Planning is still in its embryo stages. embryo the beginning of something such as a plan or idea |
| 28367 |
lyric poetry lyric using words to express feelings in the way that a song would |
| 28368 |
a lyric writer lyric using words to express feelings in the way that a song would |
| 28369 |
The choir has a varied programme of concerts throughout the year. varied including a wide range of things or people |
| 28370 |
Most of the films we've reviewed this summer have had one thing in common – predictable plots. predictable if something is predictable, it happens in the way that you would expect |
| 28371 |
The results of most of the studies have been predictable. predictable if something is predictable, it happens in the way that you would expect |
| 28372 |
How very predictable you are sometimes. predictable someone who is predictable always behaves or reacts in the same way |
| 28373 |
Some people would be annoyed by the predictability of our morning routine. predictable |
| 28374 |
The opposition, predictably, accused the Government of incompetence. predictable |
| 28375 |
a mutation that causes mice to be born blind mutation a change in the genes of a plant or animal that causes it to become different from others of its type |
| 28376 |
She stooped to retrieve the key from the ground. retrieve to get something back, especially something that is not easy to find |
| 28377 |
rescue efforts to retrieve the bodies of the victims retrieve to get something back, especially something that is not easy to find |
| 28378 |
The family retrieved only a few personal items from the burning home. retrieve to save or protect something that is going to be lost, damaged, or destroyed |
| 28379 |
UN officials are trying desperately to retrieve the situation. retrieve to improve a situation or relationship that has been damaged |
| 28380 |
The elder son works on a farm. elder older than someone, especially someone in your family |
| 28381 |
advice from my elder brother elder elder brother sister older than someone, especially someone in your family |
| 28382 |
The elder of the two had lost his job as a teacher. elder the person who is older, especially of two people in the same family |
| 28383 |
We were always taught to respect our elders. elder someone in your family or community who is older than you |
| 28384 |
a council of village elders elder an older and more experienced member of a group or organization who gives advice and makes decisions |
| 28385 |
He had the support of party elders. elder an older and more experienced member of a group or organization who gives advice and makes decisions |
| 28386 |
She was ten years my elder, though she looked a lot younger. elder be 10 years 3 months etc someone's elder to be older than someone, especially someone in your family |
| 28387 |
Sharon was her twin's elder by just 20 minutes. elder be someone's elder by 10 years three months etc to be older than someone, especially someone in your family |
| 28388 |
optical equipment optical connected with sight or light |
| 28389 |
fears of escalating combat combat fighting during a war |
| 28390 |
servicemen killed in combat combat in combat fighting during a war |
| 28391 |
unarmed combat (=without weapons) combat a fight, especially an organized fight, between two people |
| 28392 |
combat forces troops aircraft combat relating to fighting in a war |
| 28393 |
a combat mission zone combat relating to fighting in a war |
| 28394 |
combat fatigues jackets combat used about clothes worn in the armed forces, especially in a battle |
| 28395 |
These enzymes are important in the combat against bacteria. combat an attempt to stop something bad or to solve a difficult problem |
| 28396 |
the need for effective action to combat global warming combat to do something in order to try to stop something bad from happening or a bad situation from becoming worse |
| 28397 |
measures to combat crime combat to do something in order to try to stop something bad from happening or a bad situation from becoming worse |
| 28398 |
Suddenly the mountains loomed up out of the mist. loom loom above over up out of to appear as a large shape that is not clear, usually in a threatening way |
| 28399 |
The government is denying that a crisis is looming. loom if something unpleasant or difficult looms, it seems likely to happen soon |
| 28400 |
America loomed large in Hashimoto's early life. loom to have a lot of importance or influence over someone or something |
| 28401 |
This episode finds him deep in depression as divorce looms large. loom if something unpleasant or difficult looms large, it seems certain to happen |
| 28402 |
Exercise can promote absorption of nutrients by the body. absorption absorption of the process by which something takes in a substance, form of energy, or liquid |
| 28403 |
Scotland's absorption into the United Kingdom in 1707 absorption absorption into the process by which a group, organization, or culture becomes part of a larger one |
| 28404 |
Absorption of more immigrants has created some tensions. absorption absorption of the process by which a group, organization, or culture becomes part of a larger one |
| 28405 |
a look of absorption absorption complete interest in something |
| 28406 |
Passenger safety overrides all of our other concerns. override to be much more important than something else |
| 28407 |
I'm baking a cake for Tom's birthday. bake to make bread, cakes etc using an oven |
| 28408 |
Grandma always baked on Saturday. bake to make bread, cakes etc using an oven |
| 28409 |
Bake the fish for about ten minutes. bake to cook food in an oven |
| 28410 |
a baked apple bake to cook food in an oven |
| 28411 |
We could smell the bread baking. bake food that is baking is being cooked in an oven |
| 28412 |
The sun had baked the red earth. bake to use heat to make something hard |
| 28413 |
It's baking in here! Can I open a window? bake to be very hot |
| 28414 |
pasta bake bake a mixture of different foods baked together in one dish |
| 28415 |
Rob came over to perch on the corner of her desk. perch if you perch on something, or if you are perched on it, you sit on something that is narrow or small, and usually high, especially for a short time |
| 28416 |
Sophie was perched on the arm of the couch. perch if you perch on something, or if you are perched on it, you sit on something that is narrow or small, and usually high, especially for a short time |
| 28417 |
The villa is perched on a cliff above Monte Carlo. perch if something perches on something else, or if it is perched on it, it is placed high up on the edge of it |
| 28418 |
Heavy black glasses were perched on the bridge of his nose. perch perch someone something on something to put something on a narrow surface that is usually high |
| 28419 |
a bank robbery robbery the crime of taking money or property illegally, often by using threats or violence |
| 28420 |
He was arrested and charged with armed robbery (=robbery using a gun). robbery the crime of taking money or property illegally, often by using threats or violence |
| 28421 |
Even though they're twins, their personalities are chalk and cheese. chalk chalk and cheese used for saying that two people or things are completely different from each other |
| 28422 |
An X was chalked on the fence marking the spot. chalk to write or draw something with chalk |
| 28423 |
bourgeois notions of good taste bourgeois typical of middle-class people and their attitudes. This word often shows that you dislike people like this, especially because you think they are too interested in money and possessions and in being socially respected |
| 28424 |
She despised her parents' bourgeois lifestyle. bourgeois typical of middle-class people and their attitudes. This word often shows that you dislike people like this, especially because you think they are too interested in money and possessions and in being socially respected |
| 28425 |
The air bag acts as a buffer between the driver and the steering wheel. buffer something that protects another thing by being between it and something else that could harm it |
| 28426 |
a harmless old buffer buffer a man, especially an old man, who you think is slightly stupid but not unpleasant |
| 28427 |
a savings plan that can help buffer your earnings against inflation buffer to help protect something from harm or damage |
| 28428 |
Morale is low, and many people are disillusioned. morale the amount of enthusiasm that a person or group of people feel about their situation at a particular time |
| 28429 |
The officers were struggling to boost morale. morale boost raise improve morale the amount of enthusiasm that a person or group of people feel about their situation at a particular time |
| 28430 |
Winners will be notified as soon as possible. notify to inform someone officially about something |
| 28431 |
We've notified our policyholders of the changes affecting their policies. notify notify someone of something to inform someone officially about something |
| 28432 |
The committee's decision will be notified to all employees next week. notify notify something to someone to inform someone officially about something |
| 28433 |
strawberry jam jam a sweet sticky food made from boiled fruit and sugar that is usually spread onto bread |
| 28434 |
a jar of jam jam a sweet sticky food made from boiled fruit and sugar that is usually spread onto bread |
| 28435 |
a jam tart jam a sweet sticky food made from boiled fruit and sugar that is usually spread onto bread |
| 28436 |
a paper jam in the printer jam an occasion when a machine does not work because something prevents its parts from moving |
| 28437 |
The team's supporters are tired of being promised jam tomorrow. jam jam tomorrow something good that someone promises you but that never seems to happen |
| 28438 |
Marilyn jammed the hat firmly on her head and went out. jam jam someone something into on against something to push someone or something somewhere using a lot of force |
| 28439 |
Mick jammed a copy of the report into my hand. jam to push someone or something somewhere using a lot of force |
| 28440 |
Kirsten was trying to jam all the papers into her bag. jam to push someone or something somewhere using a lot of force |
| 28441 |
Thousands jammed the area to see the Pope. jam if people or things jam a place, there are so many of them that it is difficult to move |
| 28442 |
Four men were jammed into the back of the car. jam jam someone something into something if people or things jam a place, there are so many of them that it is difficult to move |
| 28443 |
The streets were jammed with cars. jam jam something with something if people or things jam a place, there are so many of them that it is difficult to move |
| 28444 |
He fired one shot before his gun jammed. jam if a machine, lock, window etc jams, it does not work because something stops it from moving |
| 28445 |
A small stone had jammed the pump. jam to block something so that it stops working or moving |
| 28446 |
The window suddenly dropped down and jammed her finger. jam to injure part of your body because it gets pressed or squeezed between two hard things |
| 28447 |
Only a few minutes after the programme, the switchboard was jammed with complaints. jam if a telephone system jams or is jammed, it stops working because too many people are making calls at the same time |
| 28448 |
There was no lock on the front door which had to be jammed shut at night with heavy furniture. jam jam something open shut to make a door or window stay open or shut by pushing something under it or against it |
| 28449 |
a bureaucratic nightmare bureaucratic involving a lot of complicated rules, details, and processes |
| 28450 |
bureaucratic delays mistakes organizations bureaucratic relating to official processes and the people whose job is to make sure that they are followed |
| 28451 |
The bridge was gradually brought into alignment. alignment the position that something is in when it is straight or in the correct place in relation to other things |
| 28452 |
The bill would bring US employment law into closer alignment with global practice. alignment the organization of activities or systems so that they match or fit well together |
| 28453 |
There were two main forms of political alignment in 17th-century England. alignment support for a group, political party, or country |
| 28454 |
Teachers have been asked to concentrate on literacy and numeracy. literacy the ability to read and write |
| 28455 |
adult literacy classes (=for adults who cannot read or write well) literacy the ability to read and write |
| 28456 |
She has always been frustrated by her inability to draw. frustrate to make someone feel annoyed and impatient by preventing them from doing or getting something |
| 28457 |
Activists and reformers are frustrated by the public's lack of interest. frustrate to make someone feel annoyed and impatient by preventing them from doing or getting something |
| 28458 |
Their attitude frustrated all our efforts to introduce improvements. frustrate frustrate someone's attempts efforts to prevent someone or something from succeeding |
| 28459 |
The weather continues to frustrate the builders' plans. frustrate frustrate someone's plans intentions to prevent someone or something from succeeding |
| 28460 |
a rail network equipped to carry both passengers and freight freight goods that are carried by vehicles |
| 28461 |
The medical supplies were shipped by air freight to Jordan. freight rail air freight the transport system that carries goods |
| 28462 |
specially strengthened freight wagons freight used in the transport of goods |
| 28463 |
freight yards depots terminals freight used in the transport of goods |
| 28464 |
an induction ceremony induction the process or formal act of accepting someone into a group or job |
| 28465 |
the induction of gastric ulcers in rats induction induction of the process of causing physical changes in the body of a person or animal |
| 28466 |
the aviation industry aviation connected with making or flying planes |
| 28467 |
Blot up any excess lipstick with a paper tissue. blot to remove liquid from the surface of something using a piece of paper or cloth |
| 28468 |
The table was covered in ink blots. blot a drop of liquid, especially ink, on the surface of something |
| 28469 |
This is a serious blot on your career. blot a blot on something something that spoils someone's reputation, or spoils the appearance of something |
| 28470 |
They were curiously quiet. curiously in an unusual and interesting way |
| 28471 |
I thought him a curiously impressive person. curiously in an unusual and interesting way |
| 28472 |
Sandra looked at him curiously. curiously in a way that shows that you want to find out about something |
| 28473 |
a bunch of bananas banana a long curved fruit with a yellow skin |
| 28474 |
Troops have been deployed in the area to counter a possible attack. deploy if a government or army deploys soldiers or weapons, it uses them |
| 28475 |
He would have to deploy his considerable patience. deploy to use something |
| 28476 |
The driver's airbag had failed to deploy. deploy if a piece of equipment deploys, it works correctly when you use it |
| 28477 |
He has a passionate interest in music. passionate showing or expressing strong beliefs, interest, or enthusiasm |
| 28478 |
She has sometimes been criticized for her passionate opposition to abortion. passionate showing or expressing strong beliefs, interest, or enthusiasm |
| 28479 |
She was passionate about flying. passionate passionate about showing or expressing strong beliefs, interest, or enthusiasm |
| 28480 |
a passionate outburst of anger passionate showing or expressing powerful emotions |
| 28481 |
a passionate embrace passionate involving or affected by very strong feelings of sexual excitement |
| 28482 |
their passionate affair passionate involving or affected by very strong feelings of sexual excitement |
| 28483 |
She began kissing him passionately. passionate |
| 28484 |
passionately interested in cars passionate |
| 28485 |
Scientists want to investigate the therapeutic effects of acupuncture. therapeutic helping to treat or cure illness |
| 28486 |
a therapeutic treatment drug therapeutic helping to treat or cure illness |
| 28487 |
I find cleaning the house can be very therapeutic. therapeutic an activity that is therapeutic makes you feel better or calmer |
| 28488 |
a fish kettle kettle a metal container, usually with a cover, used for cooking |
| 28489 |
Of course their economic policy is a different kettle of fish altogether. kettle a different kettle of fish a situation or subject that is not related to the one you are talking about |
| 28490 |
We spent an enjoyable evening chatting about old times. enjoyable something that is enjoyable gives you pleasure |
| 28491 |
Most students find the course very enjoyable. enjoyable something that is enjoyable gives you pleasure |
| 28492 |
These questions help doctors diagnose personality disorders. diagnose to find out what physical or mental problem someone has by examining them |
| 28493 |
When Eva was first diagnosed with cancer she was twenty. diagnose diagnose someone with something to find out what physical or mental problem someone has by examining them |
| 28494 |
A psychiatrist diagnosed her as severely depressed. diagnose diagnose someone something as something to find out what physical or mental problem someone has by examining them |
| 28495 |
Scanning software can diagnose general disk faults. diagnose to find out why something such as a piece of equipment or software is not working |
| 28496 |
The lake attracts an abundance of wildlife. abundance abundance of a very large quantity of something |
| 28497 |
The evidence is there in abundance. abundance in abundance a very large quantity of something |
| 28498 |
The differences are not measurable in quantitative terms. quantitative involving amounts, or involving measuring things as amounts |
| 28499 |
This is clearly a distortion of the facts. distortion a change that makes something no longer true or accurate |
| 28500 |
Practically all these early recordings suffer from distortion. distortion a change in the way that something looks, sounds, or behaves so that it becomes strange or difficult to recognize |
| 28501 |
In some areas 'scran' is a slang word for food. slang words or expressions that are very informal and are not considered suitable for more formal situations. Some slang is used only by a particular group of people |
| 28502 |
army prison Internet slang slang words or expressions that are very informal and are not considered suitable for more formal situations. Some slang is used only by a particular group of people |
| 28503 |
'Don't worry about it,' she said kindly. kindly in a kind way |
| 28504 |
Would you kindly stop making that noise? kindly used for asking someone to do something, especially when you are trying to hide the fact that you are annoyed |
| 28505 |
Kindly return one copy of the letter to me. kindly used for making a polite request |
| 28506 |
The Society has kindly allowed us to use the hall. kindly used for showing that you are grateful to someone |
| 28507 |
Sue hoped that the authorities would look kindly on her application. kindly look kindly on something to approve of something that someone has done |
| 28508 |
Paul does not take kindly to laziness. kindly not take kindly to something to be annoyed by something |
| 28509 |
a courteous kindly gentleman kindly a kindly person behaves in a kind way towards other people |
| 28510 |
His desk light glowed in the darkness of the big room. glow to shine with a soft light |
| 28511 |
The tip of a cigarette glowed in the dark doorway. glow if something very hot glows, it looks red or orange and burns without producing flames |
| 28512 |
The interiors of the churches glow with rich colour. glow if a place or object glows with colour, it has a lot of bright colours |
| 28513 |
When he talks about them, he positively glows. glow to show strong and happy emotion, especially in your face |
| 28514 |
She glowed with happiness. glow glow with to show strong and happy emotion, especially in your face |
| 28515 |
the faces of parents glowing with pride glow to show strong and happy emotion, especially in your face |
| 28516 |
His eyes glowed with an extraordinary fervour. glow if your eyes glow with an emotion, they show that emotion very clearly |
| 28517 |
The girl's skin glowed and her eyes were bright. glow if your face or body is glowing, it looks pink or red, for example because you are healthy or embarrassed |
| 28518 |
young men glowing with health glow glow with if your face or body is glowing, it looks pink or red, for example because you are healthy or embarrassed |
| 28519 |
the glow from the street lights glow a soft light |
| 28520 |
He clicked on the lamp and the room was filled with a soft glow. glow a dim faint soft glow a soft light |
| 28521 |
the glow of the bonfire glow the red or orange light coming from something that produces heat |
| 28522 |
Her cheeks had a rosy healthy glow. glow the pink or red colour that your skin has when you are healthy, hot, embarrassed, or emotional |
| 28523 |
She felt a warm glow deep inside. glow a strong pleasant feeling |
| 28524 |
Anne felt a glow of pride at Sarah's words. glow glow of a strong pleasant feeling |
| 28525 |
a glow of contentment pleasure satisfaction glow a strong pleasant feeling |
| 28526 |
a fluorescent yellow jacket fluorescent a fluorescent colour is very bright and seems to reflect light |
| 28527 |
He recognized Mr Hunter as an old business acquaintance from his years in banking. acquaintance someone you know a little, who is not a close friend |
| 28528 |
the only writer of my acquaintance acquaintance of someone's acquaintance knowledge or experience of a person or subject |
| 28529 |
I'm afraid I have only a passing acquaintance with Baroque music. acquaintance a passing acquaintance (=a little knowledge or experience) knowledge or experience of a person or subject |
| 28530 |
I'd been looking forward to making her acquaintance for a long time. acquaintance make someone's acquaintance to meet someone for the first time |
| 28531 |
a handy electronic diary handy useful |
| 28532 |
The book is handy for quick reference. handy handy for useful |
| 28533 |
It's always handy to have a couple of spare batteries. handy be handy to do something useful |
| 28534 |
The article gave lots of handy hints for decorating a small flat. handy handy hints tips useful |
| 28535 |
Keep your pills handy just in case you feel seasick. handy keep something handy close to you and therefore easy to reach or get to |
| 28536 |
The hotel is handy for the beach. handy handy for close to you and therefore easy to reach or get to |
| 28537 |
He's very handy with a paintbrush (=good at painting). handy handy with good at doing or making things with your hands |
| 28538 |
I knew this jacket would come in handy one day. handy come in handy to be useful in a particular situation |
| 28539 |
a robust economy robust a robust system or organization is strong and successful |
| 28540 |
a robust engine robust a robust object is strong and unlikely to break |
| 28541 |
a robust approach robust firm and determined |
| 28542 |
social deprivation deprivation a situation in which people do not have basic things that they need to live a comfortable life |
| 28543 |
He was beginning to show symptoms of sleep deprivation. deprivation a situation in which you do not have something that you need or want |
| 28544 |
the deprivations of prison life deprivation a situation in which you do not have something that you need or want |
| 28545 |
the onset of the disease onset the beginning of something, especially something bad |
| 28546 |
The lump was discovered during routine breast screening. screening tests done to check someone for a particular disease |
| 28547 |
the mass screening of people in susceptible groups screening screening of tests done to check someone for a particular disease |
| 28548 |
the screening of her first film at the Cannes Film Festival screening screening of an occasion when a film is shown or a television programme is broadcast |
| 28549 |
a detailed chronicle of the Ming dynasty chronicle chronicle of a record of events that happened in the past, in the order in which they happened |
| 28550 |
My father's retired now. retired no longer working because you have reached the age where you are officially too old to work |
| 28551 |
a retired couple retired no longer working because you have reached the age where you are officially too old to work |
| 28552 |
a retired teacher general businessman retired no longer working in a job or career, especially after having worked in it for most of your life |
| 28553 |
Computers become lighter, smaller, and more portable every year. portable something that is portable is easy to carry or move, so that you can use it in different places |
| 28554 |
a portable television heater portable something that is portable is easy to carry or move, so that you can use it in different places |
| 28555 |
portable skills portable used about things that you can keep or still use when you move from one job or situation to another |
| 28556 |
a portable insurance policy portable used about things that you can keep or still use when you move from one job or situation to another |
| 28557 |
a portable document format portable able to be used on different types of computer |
| 28558 |
The President is making every effort to obtain the release of the hostages. hostage a person who is the prisoner of someone who threatens to kill them if they do not get what they want |
| 28559 |
Six visiting businessmen were taken hostage by rebel groups. hostage take someone hostage a person who is the prisoner of someone who threatens to kill them if they do not get what they want |
| 28560 |
A prison librarian held hostage for 13 hours has been freed. hostage hold someone hostage a person who is the prisoner of someone who threatens to kill them if they do not get what they want |
| 28561 |
Major sporting events have become hostages to the big television networks. hostage a hostage to something someone or something that is controlled by people or things that reduce their freedom |
| 28562 |
I'll leave the key underneath the mat. underneath in, to, or through a place directly below something or directly covered by it |
| 28563 |
Curtis was partially crushed underneath the helicopter as it hit the ground. underneath in, to, or through a place directly below something or directly covered by it |
| 28564 |
Everybody got underneath the tables to escape the gunfire. underneath in, to, or through a place directly below something or directly covered by it |
| 28565 |
The child screamed once, and disappeared underneath the ice. underneath in, to, or through a place directly below something or directly covered by it |
| 28566 |
The photographer's name was printed underneath. underneath in, to, or through a place directly below something or directly covered by it |
| 28567 |
He opened his jacket to reveal a bullet-proof vest underneath. underneath in, to, or through a place directly below something or directly covered by it |
| 28568 |
The pancakes should be golden underneath. underneath used for describing the lower surface of something that faces down |
| 28569 |
The animal has rough hair on its back and soft, silky fur underneath. underneath used for describing the lower surface of something that faces down |
| 28570 |
The wound has healed on top, but the skin underneath is still very painful. underneath used for describing the lower surface of something that faces down |
| 28571 |
The underneath of the car was badly damaged. underneath the underneath (of something) used for describing the lower surface of something that faces down |
| 28572 |
Underneath her calm exterior, she was a deeply troubled woman. underneath used for describing what someone or something is really like, despite how they may seem |
| 28573 |
Gary is a typical Highlander – tough on the outside but with a heart of gold underneath. underneath used for describing what someone or something is really like, despite how they may seem |
| 28574 |
It looks like a lot of fuss about nothing, but underneath there is a serious point. underneath used for describing what someone or something is really like, despite how they may seem |
| 28575 |
I expect some of your colleagues will be jealous. jealous unhappy because someone has something that you would like or can do something that you would like to do |
| 28576 |
Other girls were jealous of her good looks. jealous jealous of unhappy because someone has something that you would like or can do something that you would like to do |
| 28577 |
Sophia had admirers, and I was jealous of them. jealous jealous of unhappy and upset because you think someone who you love is attracted to someone else |
| 28578 |
He would dance with other women to make her jealous. jealous make someone jealous unhappy and upset because you think someone who you love is attracted to someone else |
| 28579 |
The singer became increasingly isolated and jealous of her privacy. jealous jealous of wanting very much to protect or keep something |
| 28580 |
He had this nutty idea about buying a castle in Scotland. nutty crazy, or very strange |
| 28581 |
Critics are claiming that the sentence is not proportional to the crime. proportional correct or suitable in size, amount, or degree when considered in relation to something else |
| 28582 |
Proportional increases in income preserve existing differentials between social groups. proportional keeping the same relationship of size or amount to something else |
| 28583 |
a ball gown gown a special long dress worn by a woman, often for dancing or other special occasions |
| 28584 |
a white wedding gown gown a special long dress worn by a woman, often for dancing or other special occasions |
| 28585 |
ladies in silk gowns gown a long dress worn by a woman in the past |
| 28586 |
barristers in wigs and gowns gown a piece of formal clothing like a loose coat sometimes worn by judges, teachers, lawyers, and members of universities |
| 28587 |
a hospital surgical gown gown a long loose piece of clothing that a doctor or patient wears during an operation in a hospital |
| 28588 |
The confession was made under torture. torture extreme physical pain caused by someone or something, especially as a punishment or as a way to make someone say something |
| 28589 |
A whole day without chocolate must be torture for you. torture a mentally or physically uncomfortable feeling |
| 28590 |
Many of the prisoners had been tortured. torture to hurt a person or animal deliberately in a very cruel way, especially as a punishment or in order to make them say something |
| 28591 |
Don't torture yourself by thinking about the money. torture to make someone feel extremely worried or upset about something |
| 28592 |
Things look very bleak for the team. bleak without any reasons to feel happy or hopeful |
| 28593 |
Textile workers face a bleak future. bleak without any reasons to feel happy or hopeful |
| 28594 |
The survey paints a bleak picture of an ill and ageing population. bleak paint a bleak picture (=say that the situation is not hopeful) without any reasons to feel happy or hopeful |
| 28595 |
a bleak look bleak used about someone's expression |
| 28596 |
a bleak landscape bleak a bleak place seems cold and unfriendly and has no pleasant features |
| 28597 |
a guide to French pronunciation pronunciation the way in which a word or language is pronounced |
| 28598 |
What is the correct pronunciation of 'rabid'? pronunciation the way in which a word or language is pronounced |
| 28599 |
Her pronunciation is gradually improving. pronunciation the way in which someone speaks a foreign language |
| 28600 |
The work was well paid but seasonal. seasonal seasonal work workers employment available only during a particular time of year |
| 28601 |
We needed to find some seasonal music. seasonal suitable or typical of the time of year it is now |
| 28602 |
seasonal winds seasonal suitable or typical of the time of year it is now |
| 28603 |
seasonal changes in temperature seasonal relating to the seasons of the year |
| 28604 |
a family school reunion reunion a social event for people who have not seen each other for a long time, for example members of the same family or people who studied or worked together |
| 28605 |
There was an emotional reunion at the airport when Terry returned home. reunion a situation in which people meet each other again after a period of time when they have been separated |
| 28606 |
He remembered his joyful reunion with his son the year before. reunion reunion with a situation in which people meet each other again after a period of time when they have been separated |
| 28607 |
a stunning display of tropical plants stunning very impressive or beautiful |
| 28608 |
The view from the top of the hill is stunning. stunning very impressive or beautiful |
| 28609 |
a stunning blonde stunning extremely attractive |
| 28610 |
These arrests have dealt a stunning blow to one of the major drug cartels. stunning surprising, powerful, and effective |
| 28611 |
stunningly beautiful scenery stunning |
| 28612 |
The fountain's cool water sprayed upwards with a pleasant hiss. spray if you spray a liquid, or if it sprays, it is forced out of a container through a small hole into the air |
| 28613 |
Mansell stood on the podium and sprayed champagne into the air. spray if you spray a liquid, or if it sprays, it is forced out of a container through a small hole into the air |
| 28614 |
I caught the kids next door spraying my dog with cold water! spray spray someone something with something if you spray a liquid, or if it sprays, it is forced out of a container through a small hole into the air |
| 28615 |
The chemical is sprayed onto the roof to weatherproof it. spray spray something on onto over something if you spray a liquid, or if it sprays, it is forced out of a container through a small hole into the air |
| 28616 |
Health officials have sprayed the areas where the virus was active. spray to cover crops or a large area of land with a chemical spray in order to kill insects or to prevent diseases |
| 28617 |
Farmers have to apply for permits to spray from the air. spray to cover crops or a large area of land with a chemical spray in order to kill insects or to prevent diseases |
| 28618 |
They're spraying for mosquitoes this weekend. spray spray for to cover crops or a large area of land with a chemical spray in order to kill insects or to prevent diseases |
| 28619 |
The men sprayed the vehicle with automatic gunfire. spray spray someone something with something to shoot a large number of bullets at something, covering a wide area |
| 28620 |
Don't forget to pack the insect spray. spray a liquid product in a container that you use by pushing a button so that the liquid is forced out through a small hole into the air |
| 28621 |
a spray bottle can spray a liquid product in a container that you use by pushing a button so that the liquid is forced out through a small hole into the air |
| 28622 |
The cold spray from the rocks below stung her face. spray many small drops of water that are forced into the air together, for example from the sea |
| 28623 |
The dog shook himself sending a spray of water into the air. spray many small drops of water that are forced into the air together, for example from the sea |
| 28624 |
fresh sprays of evergreen spray a small branch with flowers or berries on it, used for decoration |
| 28625 |
My doctor gave me a referral to a heart specialist. referral the process of sending someone to another person or place for help, information, or advice |
| 28626 |
They gagged him with his own silk tie. gag to tie a piece of cloth over someone's mouth so that they cannot speak or make a noise |
| 28627 |
Frank gagged on his seafood. gag to be unable to swallow because you feel as if you are going to vomit (=bring food back up from your stomach) |
| 28628 |
a gag on the press gag an official order that prevents a person, newspaper etc from talking about or publishing something |
| 28629 |
The ambulance arrived promptly. promptly immediately |
| 28630 |
He offered to help, then promptly forgot. promptly used for saying that someone does something immediately after doing another thing when this is surprising |
| 28631 |
She was ready promptly at eleven. promptly at exactly a particular time |
| 28632 |
Even a minor fluctuation in the water temperature can affect the fish. fluctuation frequent changes in the amount, value, or level of something |
| 28633 |
a decorative border motif decorative intended to look attractive rather than be useful |
| 28634 |
The lighting in the room is functional as well as decorative. decorative intended to look attractive rather than be useful |
| 28635 |
a highly decorative garden plant decorative highly decorative intended to look attractive rather than be useful |
| 28636 |
If you don't like sport they regard you as a freak. freak someone who looks strange or who behaves in a strange way |
| 28637 |
a fitness health freak freak someone who is extremely interested in a particular subject or activity |
| 28638 |
She just freaked when she saw the police. freak to become or make you become so angry, surprised, excited, or frightened that you cannot control yourself |
| 28639 |
Meeting my dad again after all these years really freaked me out. freak to become or make you become so angry, surprised, excited, or frightened that you cannot control yourself |
| 28640 |
a freak hailstorm in summer freak extremely unusual and unexpected |
| 28641 |
He was killed in a freak accident. freak extremely unusual and unexpected |
| 28642 |
The capital city is facing growing political unrest. unrest angry or violent behaviour by people who are protesting against something |
| 28643 |
The country has an abundant supply of fossil fuels. abundant existing or available in large quantities |
| 28644 |
Rainfall is abundant in the region. abundant existing or available in large quantities |
| 28645 |
The girls in the family resented all the attention that Peter was getting. resent to experience angry unhappy feelings because you think you have been treated unfairly or without enough respect |
| 28646 |
It's obvious that he resents being dropped from the team. resent resent (someone) doing something to experience angry unhappy feelings because you think you have been treated unfairly or without enough respect |
| 28647 |
I deeply resent you implying that I would be involved in anything like that. resent bitterly deeply strongly resent something to experience angry unhappy feelings because you think you have been treated unfairly or without enough respect |
| 28648 |
One man had his leg in plaster, recovering from a broken ankle. plaster in plaster if a part of someone's body is in plaster, it has a hard cover around it to protect a broken bone |
| 28649 |
He has posters of rock stars plastered all over the walls of his room. plaster plaster something on over across something to cover a surface or a place with labels, advertisements, pictures etc |
| 28650 |
a battered old suitcase plastered with labels plaster plaster something with something to cover a surface or a place with labels, advertisements, pictures etc |
| 28651 |
The walls need plastering. plaster to cover a wall or ceiling with wet plaster or a similar substance |
| 28652 |
The rain had plastered her hair to her forehead. plaster plaster something to against something to make something lie flat against something else |
| 28653 |
We plastered our faces with sun cream. plaster plaster something with something if you plaster yourself with a substance, you put a lot of it on your body |
| 28654 |
High-fibre foods take longer to chew. chew to use your teeth to bite food in your mouth into small pieces so that you can swallow it |
| 28655 |
He was chewing on his meat as if he found it hard to swallow. chew chew on to use your teeth to bite food in your mouth into small pieces so that you can swallow it |
| 28656 |
We're not allowed to chew gum in class. chew to bite something continuously but not swallow it |
| 28657 |
We chewed the fat until the early hours of the morning. chew chew the fat to have a friendly conversation, often for a long time |
| 28658 |
Russians were the dominant national grouping in the Soviet Union. grouping a set of people or things that are considered as a group |
| 28659 |
Another significant grouping of adjectives is those ending in -y. grouping a set of people or things that are considered as a group |
| 28660 |
a gospel singer choir gospel a type of Christian music influenced by soul and r and b that developed in the churches that black people went to in the south of the US in the past. It is sung by groups of singers who have powerful voices |
| 28661 |
Jesus told his disciples to go and preach the gospel. gospel the things that Jesus said and taught, according to the Bible |
| 28662 |
He has spent his life preaching the gospel of good design. gospel ideas that someone wants other people to accept |
| 28663 |
I didn't take your ring, and that's the gospel truth. gospel the gospel truth the complete truth |
| 28664 |
You mustn't treat what as I say as gospel. gospel take something as gospel to believe something without doubting it at all |
| 28665 |
The decision was taken to abort the foetus. abort to remove a developing baby from a woman's body, so that it is not born alive, or to be removed in this way |
| 28666 |
Certain drugs may cause the foetus to abort. abort to remove a developing baby from a woman's body, so that it is not born alive, or to be removed in this way |
| 28667 |
The mission had to be aborted because of a technical problem. abort to stop something before it is finished, for example because it would be difficult or dangerous to continue |
| 28668 |
Press Enter to abort the printing. abort if you abort a computer program, or if it aborts, the computer stops doing something before it is finished |
| 28669 |
Renewed efforts have finally led to an agreement. renewed happening again after a pause, and with more energy, strength, or enthusiasm than before |
| 28670 |
Graham returned to the sport with renewed vigour after injury problems. renewed renewed interest vigour confidence enthusiasm happening again after a pause, and with more energy, strength, or enthusiasm than before |
| 28671 |
a jar of marmalade jar a glass container with a lid and a wide top, especially one in which food is sold or kept |
| 28672 |
half a jar of instant coffee jar the food contained in a jar, or the amount that a jar contains |
| 28673 |
a pottery jar jar a clay container used for storing drink or food |
| 28674 |
I must have jarred my shoulder playing basketball. jar to push something firmly and suddenly against something else, usually accidentally |
| 28675 |
One of his comments jarred with the informality of the occasion. jar jar with to be unsuitable in an unpleasant way in a particular place or situation |
| 28676 |
Some of the expressions he used jarred on me. jar jar on to make someone feel uncomfortable or slightly annoyed |
| 28677 |
The plane was flying below the approved minimum altitude of 500 feet. approved accepted officially as being suitable in a particular situation |
| 28678 |
The most worrying trend is the sharp decline in young readers. worrying causing you to feel worried |
| 28679 |
The situation is very worrying. worrying causing you to feel worried |
| 28680 |
wireless phones wireless wireless technology, systems, or equipment such as mobile phones does not use wires, but communicates using electronic signals |
| 28681 |
wireless networks wireless wireless technology, systems, or equipment such as mobile phones does not use wires, but communicates using electronic signals |
| 28682 |
I heard my husband's footsteps coming up the stairs. footstep the sound that your feet make when you are walking |
| 28683 |
She followed in her mother's footsteps and became a doctor. footstep follow in someone's footsteps to do the same work or achieve the same success as someone else before you |
| 28684 |
Several names had been deleted from the list. delete delete something from something to remove or cross out something that has been written |
| 28685 |
Your records have been deleted from our database. delete to remove information stored in a computer |
| 28686 |
Lone women drivers are advised not to pick up hitchhikers. lone alone |
| 28687 |
Police believe a lone gunman is responsible for the shooting. lone single, or only |
| 28688 |
We aim to assist lone parents by providing more public nursery places. lone lone parent mother father without a husband, wife, or partner |
| 28689 |
The weather's been exceptionally mild. exceptionally extremely: used for emphasizing that something is not what you would normally expect |
| 28690 |
Exceptionally, candidates with other qualifications will be considered for admission to the course. exceptionally in a way that is different from what happens in other cases or situations |
| 28691 |
low-tar cigarettes tar a sticky poisonous substance from tobacco that people who smoke cigarettes get in their lungs |
| 28692 |
I go swimming every evening. swimming an activity in which you swim for enjoyment, for exercise, or in races |
| 28693 |
a swimming club lesson swimming an activity in which you swim for enjoyment, for exercise, or in races |
| 28694 |
an entertaining and informative documentary informative giving a lot of information in a helpful way |
| 28695 |
Though a romantic at heart, she had a strong streak of realism. realism the ability to accept events and situations as they really are and to deal with them in a practical way |
| 28696 |
The realism of modern computer graphics is stunning. realism a way of making something seem real |
| 28697 |
According to a council insider, the library's budget is to be cut again. insider someone within an organization or group who knows about all the things happening in it |
| 28698 |
Mike's hobbies include reading and chess. hobby something that you enjoy doing when you are not working |
| 28699 |
The economy's extraordinary growth defies the canons of economics. canon a generally accepted rule |
| 28700 |
a lesser-known film in the Kubrick canon canon all the writing, music etc that is generally accepted as the work of one writer, musician etc |
| 28701 |
A smile suddenly transformed her stern face. stern a stern person, expression, or statement is serious and severe |
| 28702 |
The court issued a stern warning to the driver. stern a stern person, expression, or statement is serious and severe |
| 28703 |
The president was prepared to resort to stern measures to get his way. stern a stern action is so firm that you cannot oppose it |
| 28704 |
a bowl of cereal cereal a food made from grain, for example wheat, oats, or corn, mainly eaten with milk for breakfast |
| 28705 |
cereal crops cereal a plant that produces grain, used as food for people and animals |
| 28706 |
This incident is an indictment of the way the health service is being run. indictment indictment of something that shows how bad or wrong something is |
| 28707 |
The children sat licking ice creams. lick to move your tongue across something, especially in order to eat it, clean it, or make it wet |
| 28708 |
Their dog was still licking itself. lick to move your tongue across something, especially in order to eat it, clean it, or make it wet |
| 28709 |
The kids were licking honey off their fingers. lick to move your tongue across something, especially in order to eat it, clean it, or make it wet |
| 28710 |
The cat was licking at its injured paw. lick lick at to move your tongue across something, especially in order to eat it, clean it, or make it wet |
| 28711 |
They would sneak into the kitchen and lick the bowls clean. lick lick something clean to move your tongue across something, especially in order to eat it, clean it, or make it wet |
| 28712 |
We'll soon have this thing licked. lick have someone something licked to deal with a difficult problem or situation successfully |
| 28713 |
They thought they had the opposition licked. lick to defeat someone easily in a game or competition |
| 28714 |
He licked his lips at the thought of the money he was going to earn. lick to feel very excited because you think you are going to get something good |
| 28715 |
The train was going along at quite a lick when it entered the tunnel. lick at a lick very quickly |
| 28716 |
All it needs is a lick of polish and it'll look like new. lick a lick of something a layer of something such as paint that you put on something to make it look better |
| 28717 |
We are always constrained by our budget. constrain to limit someone's freedom to do what they want |
| 28718 |
planning regulations that constrain development constrain to limit someone's freedom to do what they want |
| 28719 |
She should have kept quiet, but felt constrained to answer. constrain feel constrained to do something to force someone to do something that they do not want to do |
| 28720 |
Most kids love puppet shows. puppet a small model of a person or animal that you can move by pulling wires or strings, or by putting your hand inside it |
| 28721 |
The country was regarded as a US puppet. puppet a person or government that a more powerful person or government supports and controls |
| 28722 |
a puppet regime puppet a person or government that a more powerful person or government supports and controls |
| 28723 |
administrative and clerical staff clerical connected with the ordinary work that people do in offices |
| 28724 |
routine clerical work clerical connected with the ordinary work that people do in offices |
| 28725 |
He blamed the mix-up on a clerical error. clerical a clerical error (=a mistake made by someone working in an office) connected with the ordinary work that people do in offices |
| 28726 |
clerical garments clerical relating to priests |
| 28727 |
water purification purification the process of making something clean by removing dirty or harmful substances from it |
| 28728 |
the Feast of the Purification of the Temple purification purification of a religious act or ceremony to purify someone or something |
| 28729 |
Critics of the school system contend that not enough emphasis is placed on creativity. contend contend that to claim that something is true |
| 28730 |
The two teams contending for the championship are very evenly matched. contend contend for to compete against someone, for example for a victory or for power |
| 28731 |
an instrumental figure in the governor's campaign for re-election instrumental involved in an important way in making something happen |
| 28732 |
The general was instrumental in helping both sides to reach a compromise. instrumental instrumental in involved in an important way in making something happen |
| 28733 |
the National Lottery lottery a game designed to raise money by selling lottery tickets that people buy hoping that their numbers are chosen by chance in the draw so that they win a money prize |
| 28734 |
She won a million pounds in the lottery. lottery a game designed to raise money by selling lottery tickets that people buy hoping that their numbers are chosen by chance in the draw so that they win a money prize |
| 28735 |
The standard of care you get in hospital is a bit of a lottery. lottery a situation where everything depends on luck or chance |
| 28736 |
a policy designed to appeal to all sections of the electorate electorate all the people who are allowed to vote in an election |
| 28737 |
The men were all congratulating one another warmly. congratulate to tell someone that you are pleased about their success, good luck, or happiness on a special occasion |
| 28738 |
I congratulated him on his recent promotion. congratulate congratulate someone on something to tell someone that you are pleased about their success, good luck, or happiness on a special occasion |
| 28739 |
I was congratulating myself on my lucky escape when disaster struck. congratulate congratulate yourself on to be proud of yourself for being successful or lucky |
| 28740 |
Your secretary is to be congratulated for his prompt actions. congratulate someone is to be congratulated for something a formal way of saying that someone has done well |
| 28741 |
We aim to provide balanced reporting of this difficult issue. balanced considering all arguments, opinions, or aspects fairly and equally |
| 28742 |
a balanced package of tax reforms balanced considering all arguments, opinions, or aspects fairly and equally |
| 28743 |
A balanced diet contains lots of fruit and green vegetables. balanced with all parts combining well together or existing in the correct amounts |
| 28744 |
the end of two centuries of domination by the Ottoman Empire domination control or power over other people or things |
| 28745 |
male domination in the workplace domination control or power over other people or things |
| 28746 |
The dazzling spotlights made me blink. blink to close your eyes for a very short time and quickly open them again |
| 28747 |
Maya looked down, trying to blink away the tears. blink to close your eyes for a very short time and quickly open them again |
| 28748 |
Max was biting his lip and blinking his eyes. blink blink your eyes to close your eyes for a very short time and quickly open them again |
| 28749 |
Neon signs were blinking outside bars and casinos. blink if a light blinks, it goes on and off continuously |
| 28750 |
You'll have spent a hundred pounds before you can blink. blink before you can blink very quickly |
| 28751 |
Ed listened to their strange tale without blinking an eye. blink without blinking an eye eyelid eyelash not showing any reaction to something, especially to something strange or shocking |
| 28752 |
I cut my finger and it's bleeding. bleed to have blood flowing from your body, for example from a cut |
| 28753 |
He was bleeding from a wound in his shoulder. bleed bleed from to have blood flowing from your body, for example from a cut |
| 28754 |
The victim was dumped by a roadside, bleeding profusely. bleed bleed heavily profusely to have blood flowing from your body, for example from a cut |
| 28755 |
She would have bled to death if we hadn't found her. bleed to have blood flowing from your body, for example from a cut |
| 28756 |
He'll try to bleed them for every penny he can get. bleed to make someone pay a lot of money, especially regularly over a long period of time |
| 28757 |
They were being bled dry by legal fees. bleed bleed someone dry (=take all of someone's money) to make someone pay a lot of money, especially regularly over a long period of time |
| 28758 |
He bled all the oil from the engine before starting work. bleed to remove liquid, gas, chemicals etc from a machine's system |
| 28759 |
The jury returned a verdict of unlawful killing. unlawful something that is unlawful is illegal, especially something that would be considered legal in a different situation |
| 28760 |
There are good precedents for this sort of cooperation between organizations. precedent precedent for an action or event in the past that is used as an example or reason for a present action or event |
| 28761 |
Arab states condemned the plan, regarding it as setting a dangerous precedent. precedent set establish create a precedent an action or event in the past that is used as an example or reason for a present action or event |
| 28762 |
This is disturbing news and totally without precedent. precedent without precedent an action or event in the past that is used as an example or reason for a present action or event |
| 28763 |
It would not be right for this case to be treated as a precedent. precedent a decision by a court on which future decisions are based |
| 28764 |
The English legal system is a composite of legislation and judicial precedent. precedent the practice of basing legal decisions on decisions in previous cases |
| 28765 |
The club has broken with precedent and elected a female president. precedent break with precedent to change the way in which things have traditionally been done |
| 28766 |
a notorious criminal notorious famous for something bad |
| 28767 |
The city is notorious for its traffic jams. notorious notorious for famous for something bad |
| 28768 |
the World Indoor Athletics Championships indoor done or used inside a building |
| 28769 |
an indoor swimming pool indoor done or used inside a building |
| 28770 |
indoor plants indoor done or used inside a building |
| 28771 |
The system has been upgraded to meet customers' needs. upgrade to make a computer or other machine more powerful or effective |
| 28772 |
You'll need to upgrade to 512Mb RAM to run these programs. upgrade upgrade to to make a computer or other machine more powerful or effective |
| 28773 |
Existing users can upgrade from the previous version free of charge. upgrade upgrade from to make a computer or other machine more powerful or effective |
| 28774 |
1.5 million is being spent on upgrading security procedures. upgrade to improve the quality of a service or product |
| 28775 |
Four of the five regions have now been upgraded to republics. upgrade to officially give someone or something a higher status |
| 28776 |
hardware upgrades upgrade a piece of equipment or software designed to make a computer more powerful |
| 28777 |
His great-grandfather died in the trenches. trench the system of trenches in northern France and Belgium used by soldiers during the First World War |
| 28778 |
A therapist can encourage patients to express their anxieties. therapist someone whose job is to help people with physical, mental, or emotional problems, using a particular type of therapy |
| 28779 |
a speech therapist therapist someone whose job is to help people with physical, mental, or emotional problems, using a particular type of therapy |
| 28780 |
Brilliant sunshine illuminated the scene. illuminate to make a place bright with light, or to shine a light on something |
| 28781 |
Her face was dimly illuminated by the reading lamp beside her. illuminate to make a place bright with light, or to shine a light on something |
| 28782 |
By night the castle is beautifully illuminated. illuminate to decorate something by putting or shining bright lights on it |
| 28783 |
His comments can illuminate aspects of a writer's work unforgettably. illuminate to make something clear and easier to understand |
| 28784 |
His mind had been elsewhere, lost in meditation. meditation thought that takes all your attention for a long time |
| 28785 |
a one-year warranty period warranty a company's written promise to repair or replace a product that you buy from them if it breaks or does not work, usually for a specific period of time after you buy it |
| 28786 |
Is the CD player still under warranty? warranty under warranty (=protected by the warranty) a company's written promise to repair or replace a product that you buy from them if it breaks or does not work, usually for a specific period of time after you buy it |
| 28787 |
He has a scar under his left eye. scar a permanent mark on your skin where you have been injured |
| 28788 |
The bombing left scars on buildings throughout the village. scar a mark on something where it has been damaged |
| 28789 |
She bore the scars of an unhappy childhood. scar a permanent effect on someone's mind, caused by an unpleasant experience that they have had |
| 28790 |
Rachel was badly scarred in a car accident. scar to leave a permanent mark on someone's skin as the result of an injury |
| 28791 |
Her suitcase was scarred and battered from years of use. scar to leave permanent marks on something, especially as a result of damage |
| 28792 |
The land was badly scarred by chemical waste. scar to leave permanent marks on something, especially as a result of damage |
| 28793 |
emotionally scarred scar if an unpleasant experience scars someone, it has a permanent effect on the way that they think and live |
| 28794 |
Their lives were scarred by poverty and illness. scar if an unpleasant experience scars someone, it has a permanent effect on the way that they think and live |
| 28795 |
She was scarred for life by these childhood traumas. scar to have a permanent emotional effect on someone |
| 28796 |
a consortium of international oil companies consortium a group of companies or people with similar interests or aims who have agreed to work together |
| 28797 |
the world premiere of his latest film premiere the first public performance of a play or a film |
| 28798 |
Have you insured the car? insure to regularly pay an insurance company an amount of money so that they will give you money if something that you own is damaged, lost, or stolen, or if you die or are ill or injured |
| 28799 |
It is advisable to insure all oriental rugs against theft and damage. insure insure someone something against something to regularly pay an insurance company an amount of money so that they will give you money if something that you own is damaged, lost, or stolen, or if you die or are ill or injured |
| 28800 |
They've insured the painting for over half a million pounds. insure insure someone something for something to regularly pay an insurance company an amount of money so that they will give you money if something that you own is damaged, lost, or stolen, or if you die or are ill or injured |
| 28801 |
Insuring yourself against a critical illness is very important. insure insure yourself (against something) to regularly pay an insurance company an amount of money so that they will give you money if something that you own is damaged, lost, or stolen, or if you die or are ill or injured |
| 28802 |
This policy insures you against theft and fire damage. insure insure someone against something if an insurance company insures you or something that you own, they accept money from you and agree to pay you if you die or are ill or injured, or if something that you own is damaged, lost, or stolen |
| 28803 |
a lesbian relationship lesbian |
| 28804 |
a singular success singular very good |
| 28805 |
a dancer of singular grace singular noticeable because of being strange or unusual |
| 28806 |
I slipped on the ice and fell sideways. sideways to, towards, or from one side |
| 28807 |
He gave me a sideways look. sideways to, towards, or from one side |
| 28808 |
If you stand sideways it's harder for people to hit you. sideways with one side facing forward |
| 28809 |
The car went into a sideways skid. sideways with one side facing forward |
| 28810 |
tabloid newspapers tabloid |
| 28811 |
the tabloid press tabloid |
| 28812 |
Digitally enhanced video images might help identify the suspects. enhanced made better, especially by artificial methods |
| 28813 |
Protesters tried to disrupt the meeting. disrupt to interrupt something and prevent it from continuing by creating a problem |
| 28814 |
Honestly, some people are never satisfied! satisfied pleased with what has happened or with what you have achieved |
| 28815 |
a satisfied customer satisfied pleased with what has happened or with what you have achieved |
| 28816 |
The President declared himself satisfied with the progress of the talks. satisfied satisfied with pleased with what has happened or with what you have achieved |
| 28817 |
She gave a satisfied smile. satisfied used about people's actions and behaviour |
| 28818 |
I am satisfied that they are doing all they can. satisfied satisfied (that) if you are satisfied that something is true or correct, you do not need any more proof |
| 28819 |
an oval table oval with a shape like a long narrow circle |
| 28820 |
Residents along the coast were evacuated as a precaution. precaution as a precaution something done to protect people or things against possible harm or trouble |
| 28821 |
Doctors recommend taking precautions to protect your skin from the sun. precaution take precautions something done to protect people or things against possible harm or trouble |
| 28822 |
an animated conversation animated lively or active |
| 28823 |
Live gigs are the most enjoyable part of my work. gig a public performance, especially of jazz or popular music |
| 28824 |
Buffalo Tom play a one-off gig at London's Powerhaus on March 21. gig play do a gig a public performance, especially of jazz or popular music |
| 28825 |
a typing gardening writing gig gig a piece of work that you do for money, especially if you are self-employed |
| 28826 |
The band started gigging again last year. gig to perform music in public |
| 28827 |
I was about 10 pounds overweight after my pregnancy. overweight heavier than you should be |
| 28828 |
Overweight baggage is subject to extra charges. overweight used about something that weighs more than it should |
| 28829 |
The president is trying to consolidate support for his proposal. consolidate to make the power, position, or achievements you already have stronger or more effective so that they are likely to continue |
| 28830 |
The company is consolidating its hold on technology. consolidate to make the power, position, or achievements you already have stronger or more effective so that they are likely to continue |
| 28831 |
We studied the cumulative effect of long periods of stress on the body. cumulative developing or increasing gradually as a result of more and more additions |
| 28832 |
The park's ornamental fountain is carved from marble. fountain a structure through which a stream of water is pumped into the air and falls down again |
| 28833 |
A fountain of blood spurted from the wound in his chest. fountain a stream of liquid that rises into the air |
| 28834 |
a time of high unemployment and economic gloom gloom the feeling of having no hope |
| 28835 |
There is general gloom about the future of the farming industry. gloom gloom over about the feeling of having no hope |
| 28836 |
Harry peered into the gathering gloom. gloom darkness in which it is difficult to see clearly |
| 28837 |
The film received an Oscar nomination for best foreign language film. nomination nomination for an official suggestion that someone should get a job or a prize, or the decision to give them a job or a prize |
| 28838 |
We need nominations for her successor. nomination an official suggestion that someone should get a job or a prize, or the decision to give them a job or a prize |
| 28839 |
Most people approved of her nomination to the committee. nomination nomination to an official suggestion that someone should get a job or a prize, or the decision to give them a job or a prize |
| 28840 |
I didn't support his nomination as chairman. nomination nomination as an official suggestion that someone should get a job or a prize, or the decision to give them a job or a prize |
| 28841 |
Her book was one of the nominations for the award. nomination nomination for a book, film, actor etc that has been suggested to receive an honour or a prize |
| 28842 |
a magazine that is essential reading for armchair financial analysts armchair interested in a subject or activity, but lacking any practical experience of it |
| 28843 |
the partition of the former Yugoslavia partition the process of dividing a country into two or more separate countries |
| 28844 |
The third floor had been partitioned into three small bedrooms for the children. partition to divide a room or vehicle with a partition |
| 28845 |
The company had created a virtual monopoly. virtual almost the same as the thing that is mentioned |
| 28846 |
Business has come to a virtual standstill. virtual almost the same as the thing that is mentioned |
| 28847 |
Over the years they had become virtual strangers. virtual almost the same as the thing that is mentioned |
| 28848 |
The servants rarely leave the house and live like virtual prisoners. virtual almost the same as the thing that is mentioned |
| 28849 |
Students would get their degrees from virtual universities. virtual created by computers, or appearing on computers or the Internet |
| 28850 |
a virtual community virtual created by computers, or appearing on computers or the Internet |
| 28851 |
a virtual pet virtual created by computers, or appearing on computers or the Internet |
| 28852 |
The government took the unprecedented step of releasing confidential correspondence. unprecedented never having happened or existed before |
| 28853 |
The flood waters have risen to unprecedented levels. unprecedented the greatest in size, amount, degree etc that has ever been known |
| 28854 |
Unemployment tumbled to 5.6% in November. tumble if a price or value tumbles, it suddenly becomes much lower |
| 28855 |
It seemed that the walls had tumbled from the inside. tumble if a building or other structure tumbles, it falls to the ground |
| 28856 |
Great white clouds tumbled over the mountain peaks above us. tumble used about large amounts of other things that move |
| 28857 |
The dollar took its biggest tumble in over two years. tumble take a tumble a sudden fall in something such as a price or a value |
| 28858 |
her red hair flashing in a tumble of angry waves tumble a large amount of long hair that hangs down |
| 28859 |
cross-country downhill skis ski a long thin object that you fix to your boot so that you can slide easily over snow |
| 28860 |
rigorous safety checks rigorous thorough and careful |
| 28861 |
rigorous enforcement of the law rigorous strict, or severe |
| 28862 |
Capital spending is rigorously controlled. rigorous |
| 28863 |
architectural features details architectural relating to architecture |
| 28864 |
The little town of Stein-am-Rhein is an architectural gem. architectural relating to architecture |
| 28865 |
a factory closed for gross violations of safety regulations violation clear gross flagrant violation an action that is in opposition to a law, agreement, principle etc |
| 28866 |
Several students left the class early, in violation of school rules. violation in violation of something an action that is in opposition to a law, agreement, principle etc |
| 28867 |
a violation of US airspace violation violation of the action of entering an area or place without permission |
| 28868 |
anti-tank rockets rocket a weapon shaped like a tube that flies through the air and explodes when it hits something |
| 28869 |
a rocket attack rocket a weapon shaped like a tube that flies through the air and explodes when it hits something |
| 28870 |
Inflation rocketed in the period between the wars. rocket if something such as a price or quantity rockets, it suddenly increases a lot |
| 28871 |
Stock prices rocketed to their highest level yesterday. rocket rocket to if something such as a price or quantity rockets, it suddenly increases a lot |
| 28872 |
An idea rocketed into her head. rocket to move somewhere very quickly |
| 28873 |
His performance rocketed him to stardom. rocket rocket someone to something to suddenly become very successful |
| 28874 |
First they inject the tetanus vaccine into your arm. inject inject something into someone something to put a drug or another substance into your body through the skin, using a needle and a syringe |
| 28875 |
She had collapsed after being injected with the anaesthetic. inject inject someone something with something to put a drug or another substance into your body through the skin, using a needle and a syringe |
| 28876 |
He was shown how to inject himself with insulin. inject inject yourself with something to put a drug or another substance into your body through the skin, using a needle and a syringe |
| 28877 |
His intervention injected a note of caution. inject to add something new to a situation |
| 28878 |
Young designers are injecting new life into the fashion industry. inject inject something into something to add something new to a situation |
| 28879 |
She tried to inject confidence into her voice (=speak in a more confident way). inject to add something new to a situation |
| 28880 |
They may sell the property to inject cash into the business. inject inject something into something to provide more money for something |
| 28881 |
a departmental budget report secretary departmental involving one department of a large organization |
| 28882 |
a sage decision sage wise and showing good judgment |
| 28883 |
What's your fax number? fax a piece of equipment that is used for sending and receiving copies of documents in electronic form |
| 28884 |
Send me the details by fax. fax by fax the system of sending documents using a fax machine |
| 28885 |
Could you fax me the application form? fax to send a message to someone using a fax machine |
| 28886 |
an experienced mountain climber climber someone who takes part in the activity of climbing |
| 28887 |
photographic images equipment photographic relating to photographs or photography |
| 28888 |
a photographic exhibition photographic relating to photographs or photography |
| 28889 |
They say the prison is haunted by the ghosts of the men who died there. haunt if a place is haunted by the spirit of a dead person, some people believe that it appears there |
| 28890 |
Images from the war still haunt him. haunt to make someone feel worried and upset for a long time |
| 28891 |
Caroline was haunted by a fear of cancer. haunt to make someone feel worried and upset for a long time |
| 28892 |
The committee may find their past errors returning to haunt them. haunt come back return to haunt someone to continue to cause problems for a person or organization for a long time |
| 28893 |
The Savoy soon became a favourite haunt of stage celebrities. haunt a place that someone visits often because they enjoy going there |
| 28894 |
juvenile criminals offenders juvenile relating to young people who have committed a crime or who are accused of committing a crime |
| 28895 |
juvenile crime juvenile relating to young people who have committed a crime or who are accused of committing a crime |
| 28896 |
the number of juveniles arrested for violent crimes juvenile a young person who has committed a crime or is accused of committing a crime |
| 28897 |
Publishing has become a fiercely competitive industry. fiercely used for emphasizing what you are saying, especially how strong or severe something is |
| 28898 |
One day Sam heard an interesting piece of gossip. gossip conversation about unimportant subjects, especially people's private lives |
| 28899 |
I never listen to office gossip. gossip conversation about unimportant subjects, especially people's private lives |
| 28900 |
He liked a good gossip when he arrived at the office. gossip an occasion on which people gossip |
| 28901 |
My uncle Michael was a great gossip. gossip someone who enjoys talking about other people |
| 28902 |
I don't want people gossiping about me. gossip to talk about other people or about things that are not important |
| 28903 |
a nude scene in a film nude showing or involving people who are not wearing any clothes |
| 28904 |
There were pictures of people in the nude. nude in the nude with no clothes on |
| 28905 |
The women carried heavy bundles on their backs. bundle a group of things that have been tied together, especially so that you can carry them easily |
| 28906 |
a bundle of clean clothes bundle bundle of a group of things that have been tied together, especially so that you can carry them easily |
| 28907 |
bundles of firewood bundle a group of things that have been tied together, especially so that you can carry them easily |
| 28908 |
a software bundle that comes with new computers bundle a group of things that are sold or offered as a set |
| 28909 |
The government is introducing a bundle of measures to help single parents. bundle bundle of a group of things that are sold or offered as a set |
| 28910 |
Susan is a real bundle of energy. bundle be a bundle of something used for emphasizing that someone has a lot of a particular quality |
| 28911 |
Rosie was a bundle of nerves at the interview. bundle a bundle of nerves (=very nervous) used for emphasizing that someone has a lot of a particular quality |
| 28912 |
You haven't exactly been a bundle of fun today. bundle be a bundle of fun laughs to be very enjoyable or funny. This phrase often shows that you really think someone or something is not enjoyable or funny |
| 28913 |
A new paint job will cost you a bundle. bundle a bundle a lot of money |
| 28914 |
People round here don't go a bundle on opera. bundle not go a bundle on something to not like something |
| 28915 |
He was quickly bundled into a police car. bundle bundle someone into out of through etc something to make someone go to a particular place by pushing them in a quick, rough way |
| 28916 |
They blindfolded him and bundled him through the door. bundle to make someone go to a particular place by pushing them in a quick, rough way |
| 28917 |
Tourists bundled into the waiting buses. bundle to go somewhere quickly with other people, or to make people do this |
| 28918 |
Their clothes were bundled into plastic bags. bundle to put things into groups and wrap or tie them together |
| 28919 |
Lots of software comes bundled with the PC. bundle to sell two or more things together as a single product |
| 28920 |
a hen pheasant hen the female of any type of bird |
| 28921 |
raspberry jam without any pips in it pip a small seed in a piece of fruit |
| 28922 |
Redman was pipped for the silver medal. pip pip someone for something to defeat someone by a small amount in a competition, game etc |
| 28923 |
Most of the exhibits are too fragile to be sent abroad. fragile easy to break or damage |
| 28924 |
A fragile ceasefire is now in place. fragile used about a situation, agreement, or relationship that can easily be damaged or destroyed |
| 28925 |
the fragile fishing-based economies of the South Pacific fragile used about a situation, agreement, or relationship that can easily be damaged or destroyed |
| 28926 |
It was part of her job to boost fragile egos. fragile getting upset or losing confidence very easily |
| 28927 |
her fragile beauty fragile looking very delicate |
| 28928 |
His health has always been fragile. fragile not very strong or healthy |
| 28929 |
I'm feeling a bit fragile this morning. fragile someone who feels fragile feels weak, for example because they are ill |
| 28930 |
The weather deteriorated rapidly so the game was abandoned. deteriorate to become worse |
| 28931 |
The economic situation could quickly deteriorate into social unrest. deteriorate deteriorate into to become worse |
| 28932 |
Ellen made a remarkably swift recovery. swift happening quickly or immediately |
| 28933 |
Progress in the investigation so far has been swift. swift happening quickly or immediately |
| 28934 |
The current was swift and dangerous. swift moving quickly |
| 28935 |
a swift sideways glance swift moving quickly |
| 28936 |
She walked swiftly away. swift |
| 28937 |
adequate poor nutrition nutrition food considered as something that keeps you healthy |
| 28938 |
She managed to scramble over the wall. scramble scramble over up down out of etc to climb somewhere using your feet and hands |
| 28939 |
They stopped the car and quickly scrambled out. scramble to move somewhere quickly and in a way that is not graceful |
| 28940 |
He scrambled awkwardly to his feet. scramble scramble to your feet to move somewhere quickly and in a way that is not graceful |
| 28941 |
Companies are scrambling to recruit skilled workers. scramble scramble for to hurry or try very hard to get something, often competing with other people |
| 28942 |
Tensions are rising as diplomats scramble to prevent a war. scramble scramble to do something to hurry or try very hard to get something, often competing with other people |
| 28943 |
They finally scrambled home with the only goal of the match. scramble scramble home to manage to win a game that you nearly lost |
| 28944 |
a scramble through mountainous terrain scramble a difficult climb in which you use your feet and hands |
| 28945 |
a scramble each morning for the bathroom scramble scramble for a situation in which people all compete for the same thing |
| 28946 |
They're destroying valuable land in their scramble to make money. scramble a scramble to do something a situation in which people all compete for the same thing |
| 28947 |
The next two hours were a mad scramble to get to the airport. scramble a mad scramble a situation in which you have to hurry to do something |
| 28948 |
an area troubled by constant warfare warfare the activity of fighting a war |
| 28949 |
nuclear chemical biological warfare warfare fighting in which a particular type of weapon is used |
| 28950 |
class gang warfare warfare fighting or serious disagreement between groups |
| 28951 |
The book gives an overview of the period of French rule. overview overview of a description of the main features of something |
| 28952 |
We needed someone with a good overview of the Scottish legal system. overview knowledge of the main features of something |
| 28953 |
Their leaders were arrested and imprisoned. imprison to put someone in a prison |
| 28954 |
youths imprisoned for minor offences imprison to put someone in a prison |
| 28955 |
Imprisoned by her own fears, she never left the house. imprison to make someone feel that they are being kept in a place or situation that they cannot escape from |
| 28956 |
a transparent silk scarf transparent a transparent object or substance is clear or thin enough for you to see things through |
| 28957 |
Citizens are asking for a more transparent democratic government. transparent a transparent process, activity, or organization does not try to keep anything secret |
| 28958 |
transparent rules transparent simple, clear, and easy to understand |
| 28959 |
an increase in the speed of rotation rotation movement in a circle around a fixed central point |
| 28960 |
a speed of 5,200 rotations per minute rotation a single movement in a circle around a central point |
| 28961 |
We use a system of job rotation to keep staff stimulated. rotation the process of replacing one thing with another from the same group in a fixed order |
| 28962 |
The position of chairperson will be held by each committee member in rotation. rotation in rotation the process of replacing one thing with another from the same group in a fixed order |
| 28963 |
I'll have a kip later on. kip a short sleep |
| 28964 |
The company has issued a strong denial of responsibility for the mistake. denial a strong vehement strenuous denial of something a statement that something is not true or did not happen |
| 28965 |
the denial of human rights to the mass of the population denial the refusal to let someone have or do something |
| 28966 |
I think she's still in denial about his death. denial in denial in psychology, a refusal to accept the unpleasant truth about a situation or admit what you are feeling |
| 28967 |
a trans-European cycle race trans- across: used with some adjectives relating to place names to make adjectives meaning from one side of that place to the other |
| 28968 |
translate (=change from one language to another) trans- changing: used for making nouns, adjectives, or verbs |
| 28969 |
transformation trans- changing: used for making nouns, adjectives, or verbs |
| 28970 |
trans-racial discussions trans- between: used for making nouns, adjectives, or verbs |
| 28971 |
The injuries were relatively trivial. trivial not very important, serious, or valuable |
| 28972 |
Why do they get so upset over such a trivial matter? trivial not very important, serious, or valuable |
| 28973 |
This is the focal theme of the play. focal of major importance |
| 28974 |
That's a dangerous place to overtake. overtake to go past another vehicle that is travelling in the same direction |
| 28975 |
The women students seem to be overtaking the men. overtake to become better than another person |
| 28976 |
Sales look like overtaking last year's total. overtake to go past a particular limit |
| 28977 |
He was overtaken by violent anger. overtake to take control of someone or something |
| 28978 |
Owls are skilful hunters. hunter an animal that catches and eats other animals |
| 28979 |
a bargain autograph souvenir fossil hunter hunter someone who is looking for a particular type of thing |
| 28980 |
It was doubtless his own fault. doubtless used for saying that you are certain that something is true or will happen although you have no definite proof |
| 28981 |
a boring repetitive job repetitive involving repeating the same action over long periods of time |
| 28982 |
He didn't exactly fit the mould of a typical headteacher. mould fit the mould to be similar to other people or things or to what is usual |
| 28983 |
Their latest album includes several songs in the classic folk mould. mould in the traditional classic modern etc mould very similar to other things of a particular type |
| 28984 |
Mould the dough into loaves. mould mould something into something to give something a particular shape or form |
| 28985 |
They are attempting to mould their restaurant into a location for business lunches. mould to give something the appearance, qualities etc of a particular thing |
| 28986 |
The coach must mould the group into a team. mould to influence someone strongly so that they will have certain qualities or will behave in a certain way |
| 28987 |
The roof is still leaking. leak if an object or container leaks, or if it leaks something, liquid or gas comes out of it through a hole or crack |
| 28988 |
If the boiler is faulty, it may be leaking dangerous gas. leak if an object or container leaks, or if it leaks something, liquid or gas comes out of it through a hole or crack |
| 28989 |
Oil was leaking from the pipeline. leak leak from out of if a liquid or gas leaks, it comes out of an object or container through a hole or crack |
| 28990 |
Radioactive water has leaked into the reservoir. leak leak into if a liquid or gas leaks, it comes out of an object or container through a hole or crack |
| 28991 |
Staff were interviewed to find out who leaked the story. leak to tell private or secret information to journalists or to the public |
| 28992 |
A secret memorandum had been leaked to the press. leak to tell private or secret information to journalists or to the public |
| 28993 |
a leaked report leak to tell private or secret information to journalists or to the public |
| 28994 |
a leak in the roof leak leak in a hole or crack in an object or container that a liquid or gas comes out of |
| 28995 |
The explosion was caused by a gas leak in the main line. leak a gas oil leak an amount of liquid or gas that comes out of a hole or crack in something |
| 28996 |
Jackson said he did not believe the leaks came from his office. leak an occasion when private or secret information is told to journalists |
| 28997 |
He's just like the villain out of a James Bond film. villain the main bad character in a story, play, film etc. The main good character is the hero or heroine |
| 28998 |
The world's worst villains now have access to chemical weapons. villain an evil person, or a criminal |
| 28999 |
The real villains are the companies that get their products made by low-paid workers. villain someone who behaves in an immoral way, or something that is responsible for a bad situation |
| 29000 |
In the debate about global warming, coal-fired power stations are usually seen as the prime villains. villain someone who behaves in an immoral way, or something that is responsible for a bad situation |
| 29001 |
The business was built up largely through the endeavours of his mother. endeavour an effort to do something, especially something new or difficult |
| 29002 |
We have endeavoured to make the vehicle environmentally friendly. endeavour endeavour to do something to try very hard to do something |
| 29003 |
He was the main beneficiary of the deal. beneficiary someone who gets an advantage from a situation |
| 29004 |
a veteran of the Second World War veteran someone who was in the armed forces, especially during a war |
| 29005 |
jazz veteran Dave Brubeck veteran someone who has a lot of experience doing a particular activity |
| 29006 |
a veteran baseball player veteran very experienced and skilled in a particular activity |
| 29007 |
veteran politicians veteran very experienced and skilled in a particular activity |
| 29008 |
The demonstrations were a manifestation of the people's discontent. manifestation manifestation of evidence that something exists or is present |
| 29009 |
The manifestation of arthritis in young people calls for immediate treatment. manifestation evidence that something exists or is present |
| 29010 |
He was badly dressed and needed a haircut. haircut an act of cutting someone's hair |
| 29011 |
a short stylish haircut haircut the style that your hair has been cut in |
| 29012 |
an accounting history textbook textbook a book containing information about one subject |
| 29013 |
a textbook case textbook providing a good example of how something should be done |
| 29014 |
Their house is about halfway along the street. halfway halfway along between up etc at an equal distance from two places or from the two ends of something |
| 29015 |
We left halfway through the film. halfway halfway through into in the middle of a period of time |
| 29016 |
It's the only halfway decent novel she's written in years. halfway to a reasonable degree |
| 29017 |
If the interviewer likes you, you're halfway there. halfway be halfway there to have an advantage that will help you to be successful |
| 29018 |
The deal depends heavily on you agreeing to meet them halfway. halfway meet someone halfway to agree to do something that someone wants, if they do something that you want |
| 29019 |
He scored from the halfway line. halfway equal in distance from two places or from the two ends of something |
| 29020 |
At the halfway stage of the campaign, Bush had the lead. halfway in the middle of a period of time |
| 29021 |
contractual obligations contractual agreed to or stated in a contract |
| 29022 |
an oath of loyalty oath a formal promise, especially one made in a court of law |
| 29023 |
Even today, all new American citizens officially take an oath of allegiance. oath take swear an oath a formal promise, especially one made in a court of law |
| 29024 |
Lying under oath is not a trivial offence. oath be on under oath to have formally promised to tell the truth in a court of law |
| 29025 |
Do you want to swap seats? swap to give something to someone in exchange for something else |
| 29026 |
If you like this one better, I'll swap with you. swap swap with someone to give something to someone in exchange for something else |
| 29027 |
Members are encouraged to swap books with each other. swap swap something with someone to give something to someone in exchange for something else |
| 29028 |
We swapped the worn-out tyre for a brand new one. swap swap something for something to replace one thing with another |
| 29029 |
Managers will swap jobs with sales staff for a day. swap swap something with someone if two people swap jobs, activities, or positions, each person does what the other person was doing |
| 29030 |
Let's swap over: I'll drive and you can navigate. swap swap over if two people swap jobs, activities, or positions, each person does what the other person was doing |
| 29031 |
Drew called a team meeting and said he was going to swap us two over. swap swap someone something over around if two people swap jobs, activities, or positions, each person does what the other person was doing |
| 29032 |
After dinner, they sat around swapping stories about their travels. swap if people swap stories, ideas etc, they tell each other about their experiences or ideas |
| 29033 |
I can't see a thing. Do you mind if we swap places? swap to move to the place where someone else is sitting or standing, so that they can move to where you were sitting or standing |
| 29034 |
I'd never want to swap places with the Royal Family! swap swap places with someone to be in the situation that another person is in |
| 29035 |
The hostages were released as part of a swap for two spies. swap the process of giving one thing in exchange for another |
| 29036 |
Before the advent of computers, not many people knew how to type. advent the advent of something the introduction of a new product, idea, custom etc |
| 29037 |
The advent of the Euro has redefined Europe. advent the advent of something the introduction of a new product, idea, custom etc |
| 29038 |
a stomach ulcer ulcer a sore area on the inside of an organ in your body or on your skin that sometimes bleeds or produces a poisonous substance |
| 29039 |
He's hoping to make his political comeback in the next election. comeback make stage a comeback a period when someone or something becomes successful or popular again |
| 29040 |
Seventies styles have been making a comeback. comeback a period when someone or something becomes successful or popular again |
| 29041 |
You signed away your rights, so you've got no comeback. comeback have no comeback a way of making someone accept responsibility for something bad they have done to you |
| 29042 |
a slab of rock marble slab a large flat piece of a hard material such as stone or wood |
| 29043 |
a concrete stone slab slab a large flat piece of a hard material such as stone or wood |
| 29044 |
a slab of meat butter chocolate slab slab of a large piece of food |
| 29045 |
A man was eating a huge slab of pizza. slab a large piece of food |
| 29046 |
The body lay on the slab. slab a large flat surface that a dead person is laid on in a mortuary |
| 29047 |
aircraft capable of avoiding detection detection the process of detecting someone or something |
| 29048 |
Her life seemed to be in turmoil. turmoil a state of excitement or uncontrolled activity |
| 29049 |
My chest felt painful, and I was coughing uncontrollably. cough to force air up through your throat with a sudden noise, especially when you have a cold or when you want to get someone's attention |
| 29050 |
The engine coughed into life. cough to make a sound like a cough |
| 29051 |
He gave an embarrassed cough and looked at the floor. cough the action of coughing, or the sound you make when you cough |
| 29052 |
a fit of coughing cough |
| 29053 |
Whichever way you look at it, this programme has been a failure. whichever used for saying that it does not matter which person or thing is chosen because the result or the situation will be the same |
| 29054 |
I'm sure you'll have a good time whichever cruise you decide to take. whichever used for saying that it does not matter which person or thing is chosen because the result or the situation will be the same |
| 29055 |
'We can meet here or back at your place.' 'I don't mind. Whichever.' whichever used for saying that it does not matter which person or thing is chosen because the result or the situation will be the same |
| 29056 |
Whichever team wins on Saturday will go through to the national championships. whichever used for referring to who or what will be chosen, done etc when there are two or more possibilities |
| 29057 |
Whichever of us gets home first will switch the heating on. whichever whichever of used for referring to who or what will be chosen, done etc when there are two or more possibilities |
| 29058 |
I know my spelling needs a lot of work. spelling the ability to spell |
| 29059 |
British and American spellings differ in many ways. spelling the correct way of writing a word |
| 29060 |
Shoppers had to dodge flying glass when the bomb exploded. dodge to avoid someone or something by moving quickly, especially so that something does not hit you or someone does not see you |
| 29061 |
cyclists dodging through the traffic dodge to avoid someone or something by moving quickly, especially so that something does not hit you or someone does not see you |
| 29062 |
He tried to dodge the question. dodge to avoid doing something in a clever or dishonest way |
| 29063 |
They get smart accountants to help them dodge taxes. dodge to avoid doing something in a clever or dishonest way |
| 29064 |
He keeps his money overseas as a tax dodge. dodge a dishonest or clever way to avoid doing something unpleasant |
| 29065 |
The larger goods are displayed on raised platforms. raised a raised area is higher than the area around it |
| 29066 |
The floor in the middle of the room is slightly raised. raised a raised area is higher than the area around it |
| 29067 |
Lie on your back with your legs raised. raised if part of your body is raised, it is higher than the rest of your body |
| 29068 |
The substance conducts electricity more efficiently at raised temperatures. raised hotter, louder, stronger etc than usual |
| 29069 |
We could hear raised voices in the next room. raised raised voices (=the voices of people who are shouting) hotter, louder, stronger etc than usual |
| 29070 |
In the 1950s, television was still a novelty. novelty something new and unusual |
| 29071 |
The novelty of living together is starting to wear off. novelty the novelty of something the excitement or interest that something new or unusual creates |
| 29072 |
the effects of prolonged exposure to the sun's rays prolonged continuing for a long time |
| 29073 |
a prolonged period of silence prolonged continuing for a long time |
| 29074 |
a gift voucher voucher an official piece of paper that you can use instead of money to buy a particular product or service |
| 29075 |
She has a voucher for a free swim. voucher an official piece of paper that you can use instead of money to buy a particular product or service |
| 29076 |
The benefits are difficult to quantify. quantify to measure or describe something as a quantity |
| 29077 |
Many students lingered after class. linger to stay somewhere longer than is necessary, or to spend longer doing something than is necessary, because it is enjoyable or helpful to you |
| 29078 |
I like to linger over breakfast and read the newspapers. linger to stay somewhere longer than is necessary, or to spend longer doing something than is necessary, because it is enjoyable or helpful to you |
| 29079 |
She let her eyes linger on him. linger linger on to stay somewhere longer than is necessary, or to spend longer doing something than is necessary, because it is enjoyable or helpful to you |
| 29080 |
The smell of fish lingered in the kitchen. linger to last or continue for a long time |
| 29081 |
Doubts still linger about his honesty. linger to last or continue for a long time |
| 29082 |
His face lingered in her memory. linger linger in the mind memory to last or continue for a long time |
| 29083 |
He had risen from humble origins to amass immense wealth. humble humble beginnings origins background from a low social class |
| 29084 |
I'm just a humble receptionist. humble with a low status |
| 29085 |
He was a genuinely humble man. humble not proud and not thinking that you are better than other people |
| 29086 |
a humble apology humble used about people's behaviour |
| 29087 |
They lived in a humble two-roomed flat. humble simple and with only basic equipment or features |
| 29088 |
The humble potato is the most versatile vegetable in the supermarket. humble very common or old-fashioned but still useful or important |
| 29089 |
In my humble opinion, he's making a big mistake. humble in my humble opinion used for expressing your opinion about something, especially when you are sure that you are right |
| 29090 |
We feel humbled by our local community's generosity and support. humble be feel humbled to feel less important or proud because of something that has been achieved or suffered by someone else |
| 29091 |
In my new job I found that I had to humble myself to perfect strangers. humble humble yourself to be forced to do something that makes you feel less proud |
| 29092 |
an apt comparison apt something that is apt, especially a name, description, or comment, is very suitable |
| 29093 |
It seemed apt that the winning goal was scored by the captain. apt something that is apt, especially a name, description, or comment, is very suitable |
| 29094 |
an apt pupil apt good at learning |
| 29095 |
They are apt to become a little careless if you don't watch them carefully. apt be apt to do something to have a tendency to do something |
| 29096 |
The cars were old and apt to break down. apt be apt to do something to have a tendency to do something |
| 29097 |
the aptly named Mr Savage apt |
| 29098 |
The title aptly describes how this music makes you feel. apt |
| 29099 |
Hi, honey, I'm home! honey used for talking to someone who you care about |
| 29100 |
There are plans to improve the hotel's exterior. exterior the outside part of something, especially a building |
| 29101 |
a brick exterior exterior the outside part of something, especially a building |
| 29102 |
Underneath that gruff exterior is a very kind person. exterior the way that someone appears and behaves, especially when this may be different from how they really are |
| 29103 |
exterior walls exterior on or relating to the outside part of something |
| 29104 |
his accustomed seat accustomed usual |
| 29105 |
the little luxuries to which she was accustomed accustomed be get accustomed to something to think start to think that something is normal or natural because you have experienced it regularly over a period of time |
| 29106 |
He had become accustomed to living without electricity, and missed it very little. accustomed accustomed to doing something to think start to think that something is normal or natural because you have experienced it regularly over a period of time |
| 29107 |
Under the programme, alien workers can enter the US. alien from a different country, race, or culture |
| 29108 |
They found the new management culture alien and puzzling. alien completely different from what you usually do, feel, or know |
| 29109 |
The concept is totally alien to her. alien alien to completely different from what you usually do, feel, or know |
| 29110 |
the odour of rotting fruit odour a smell, especially one that is unpleasant |
| 29111 |
The odour of defeat seemed to hang around the club. odour a particular atmosphere, influence, or quality |
| 29112 |
The Internet has fundamentally changed the way people communicate with one another. fundamentally in a very important or basic way |
| 29113 |
a choice between two fundamentally different concepts fundamentally in a very important or basic way |
| 29114 |
His entire approach to the problem is fundamentally flawed. fundamentally fundamentally flawed wrong in a very important or basic way |
| 29115 |
Fundamentally, she is a political writer. fundamentally used for emphasizing the basic nature or character of something |
| 29116 |
You'll have to scrape the walls before you paint them. scrape to rub a sharp edge or tool against a surface |
| 29117 |
Scrape the mud off your boots before you come inside. scrape scrape something off into onto out of etc (something) to remove something by pulling a hard tool across the surface it is on |
| 29118 |
I scraped the bits of meat into the dog's bowl. scrape to remove something by pulling a hard tool across the surface it is on |
| 29119 |
The bottle's label had been scraped away. scrape to remove something by pulling a hard tool across the surface it is on |
| 29120 |
I washed and scraped the carrots. scrape to remove the skin of a vegetable or fruit with a tool |
| 29121 |
He felt the knife blade scrape against the back of his neck. scrape scrape against across along etc something if a sharp edge or point scrapes a surface, or if you scrape it across the surface, it moves across the surface |
| 29122 |
She scraped her nails along the blackboard. scrape scrape something against across along etc something if a sharp edge or point scrapes a surface, or if you scrape it across the surface, it moves across the surface |
| 29123 |
Twigs scraped at my legs. scrape scrape at if a sharp edge or point scrapes a surface, or if you scrape it across the surface, it moves across the surface |
| 29124 |
I scraped my elbow when I fell over. scrape to injure a part of your body or damage something by rubbing it against a rough surface |
| 29125 |
He scraped his van while he was parking it. scrape to injure a part of your body or damage something by rubbing it against a rough surface |
| 29126 |
Simon's chair scraped as he pushed it back. scrape to make a rough unpleasant noise by rubbing against a hard surface |
| 29127 |
He scraped his chair back. scrape to move something, causing it to make a rough unpleasant noise |
| 29128 |
They're really scraping the bottom of the barrel with these latest recruits. scrape scrape the bottom of the barrel to use or do something that you know is not very good, because you do not have anything better |
| 29129 |
Their candidate scraped home by just fifteen votes. scrape scrape home by to achieve victory in a way that is not very impressive |
| 29130 |
She's always getting into scrapes. scrape a difficult situation that someone causes by being careless |
| 29131 |
the scrape of a stool being dragged across the floor scrape the sound caused by something rubbing against a hard surface |
| 29132 |
pesticide residues in food residue the part of something that remains after the rest has gone or ended |
| 29133 |
He left the residue of his estate to a nephew. residue the part of something that remains after the rest has gone or ended |
| 29134 |
Darn it! I was sure I'd left my keys here. darn darn it you him etc used when you are annoyed about something |
| 29135 |
I can't see a darn thing with these glasses! darn used for emphasizing what you are saying, especially when you are annoyed about something |
| 29136 |
We've worked darned hard on this project! darn used for emphasizing what you are saying, especially when you are annoyed about something |
| 29137 |
The anniversary was marked in 1689 with a huge procession through London. procession a line of people or vehicles moving in a slow and formal way as part of an event |
| 29138 |
About 10,000 women, carrying pots of milk on their heads, walked in procession from one temple to another. procession in procession a line of people or vehicles moving in a slow and formal way as part of an event |
| 29139 |
She watched the sad little procession leave the station. procession used about people or vehicles that are moving in a line |
| 29140 |
There seemed to be an endless procession of boyfriends knocking on her door. procession a series of people or things |
| 29141 |
the pioneers of early colour photography pioneer pioneer of one of the first people to do something important that is later continued and developed by other people |
| 29142 |
The firm has been a pioneer in the pharmaceutical field since 1953. pioneer pioneer in one of the first people to do something important that is later continued and developed by other people |
| 29143 |
The approach was pioneered by American therapist Dr Bruce Fisher. pioneer to be a pioneer doing something for the first time |
| 29144 |
social intercourse intercourse communication between people or activities that people do together |
| 29145 |
The rain didn't deter people from coming to the game. deter deter someone from doing something to make someone decide not to do something |
| 29146 |
a sprawling city sprawling built over a wide area in a way that is ugly or not carefully planned |
| 29147 |
This is a potentially deadly disease. deadly able or likely to kill people |
| 29148 |
Too many water changes can prove deadly to these delicate fish. deadly deadly to able or likely to kill people |
| 29149 |
The police charged him with possession of a deadly weapon. deadly a deadly weapon able or likely to kill people |
| 29150 |
A deadly silence followed her announcement. deadly deadly silence complete |
| 29151 |
Don't say anything to anyone – this is meant to be a deadly secret. deadly a deadly secret complete |
| 29152 |
It started as a joke, but soon they were fighting in deadly earnest. deadly in deadly earnest (=completely seriously) complete |
| 29153 |
Some of our lectures were pretty deadly! deadly very boring |
| 29154 |
The Australian captain is a deadly goal scorer. deadly always able to achieve the intended result, effect, or purpose |
| 29155 |
The two businessmen are reported to be deadly enemies. deadly deadly enemy foe rival someone you have always hated or competed with |
| 29156 |
a deadly boring play deadly deadly dull boring extremely |
| 29157 |
Politics is a deadly serious business. deadly deadly serious extremely |
| 29158 |
The plants are chosen to complement each other. complement to combine well with something, often something that has different qualities |
| 29159 |
a simple sweater that was perfectly complemented by elegant jewellery complement to combine well with something, often something that has different qualities |
| 29160 |
This project is intended to complement, not replace, local authority programmes. complement to add another thing to something |
| 29161 |
Her youthful energy will be a welcome complement to the strength and experience of the team. complement complement to something that is added to something else |
| 29162 |
Our sauces are the perfect complement to any meal. complement complement to something that combines well with something else |
| 29163 |
We already have our full complement of workers. complement full complement (=the largest number possible or necessary) the number of people or things that something has |
| 29164 |
the government department with the largest complement of civil servants complement complement of the number of people or things that something has |
| 29165 |
Some back injuries are caused by restrictive clothing. restrictive strictly limiting or controlling someone or something |
| 29166 |
The current building regulations are very restrictive. restrictive strictly limiting or controlling someone or something |
| 29167 |
I'm applying for Canadian citizenship. citizenship the legal right to be a citizen of a particular country |
| 29168 |
Mary has dual British and American citizenship. citizenship dual citizenship (=the legal right to be a citizen of two countries) the legal right to be a citizen of a particular country |
| 29169 |
From a saver's standpoint, high interest rates are a good thing. standpoint from someone's standpoint a way of considering something |
| 29170 |
The city is ideally suited for the Olympics from the standpoint of its transport infrastructure. standpoint from the standpoint of something a way of considering something |
| 29171 |
From a political standpoint it was a particularly bad idea. standpoint from an economic legal political etc standpoint a way of considering something |
| 29172 |
The area is open to cyclists and pedestrians. pedestrian someone who is walking, especially in a town or city, instead of driving or riding |
| 29173 |
a pedestrian bridge subway walkway pedestrian used by people who are walking |
| 29174 |
a pedestrian account of his childhood pedestrian ordinary and boring |
| 29175 |
detention without trial detention the state of being kept in a police station or prison and not being allowed to leave |
| 29176 |
Her injuries were only superficial. superficial affecting or involving only the surface or outside part of something |
| 29177 |
The house suffered superficial damage from the flood. superficial affecting or involving only the surface or outside part of something |
| 29178 |
The study is too superficial for us to reach any conclusion. superficial not complete or thorough |
| 29179 |
I have only a superficial knowledge of the subject. superficial not complete or thorough |
| 29180 |
She made a quick and superficial examination of the car. superficial not complete or thorough |
| 29181 |
Sarah is so superficial – she only cares about how she looks. superficial a superficial person does not think about serious or important things |
| 29182 |
He writes about living in a greedy and superficial society. superficial a superficial person does not think about serious or important things |
| 29183 |
We talked about superficial topics like sport and the weather. superficial not important or not having a serious effect |
| 29184 |
These are superficial policy changes that help no one. superficial not important or not having a serious effect |
| 29185 |
Any similarities between the countries are merely superficial. superficial used for describing the way that something appears or seems to be although it is really not like this |
| 29186 |
The monkeys bear a superficial resemblance but are in fact quite distinct. superficial used for describing the way that something appears or seems to be although it is really not like this |
| 29187 |
Hundreds of settlers travelled west in covered wagons. wagon a vehicle with four wheels that is usually pulled by horses and is used for carrying heavy loads |
| 29188 |
a horse-drawn wagon wagon a vehicle with four wheels that is usually pulled by horses and is used for carrying heavy loads |
| 29189 |
the poor nutritional value of fast foods nutritional concerning food as something that keeps you healthy |
| 29190 |
Their display could become a fixture of the show. fixture become a fixture a piece of furniture or equipment that is fixed in its place and is considered part of the building, and so you do not take it with you when you move. Something that is fixed but can be moved is called a fitting |
| 29191 |
The club is having to play all its fixtures away from home. fixture a sports event that happens at a regular time and place |
| 29192 |
Joe took a bite of the steak and started to choke. choke if you choke, or if something chokes you, you cannot breathe because there is not enough air or because something is blocking your throat |
| 29193 |
Ruth almost choked on a mouthful of cake. choke choke on if you choke, or if something chokes you, you cannot breathe because there is not enough air or because something is blocking your throat |
| 29194 |
The four-year-old choked to death after swallowing a coin. choke choke to death if you choke, or if something chokes you, you cannot breathe because there is not enough air or because something is blocking your throat |
| 29195 |
The room was filled with choking fumes. choke choking smoke fumes smog if you choke, or if something chokes you, you cannot breathe because there is not enough air or because something is blocking your throat |
| 29196 |
Charlie wanted to take Herrick by the throat and choke him to death. choke to squeeze someone's neck so they cannot breathe |
| 29197 |
Her voice choked with emotion when she spoke of the sister she had lost. choke choke with if your voice chokes, you cannot speak clearly, usually because of a strong emotion or because you are laughing |
| 29198 |
'I don't want to be your secretary!' she choked. choke to say something in a strange voice and with difficulty because you are frightened, angry, sad etc |
| 29199 |
We live in cities that are choked with traffic. choke choke with to fill a place so that it is difficult to move |
| 29200 |
Business leaders claim that the strong pound is choking exports. choke to stop someone or something from developing or being successful |
| 29201 |
If prices are too high, demand is choked off. choke to stop someone or something from developing or being successful |
| 29202 |
The weeds quickly choke less robust plants. choke if stronger plants choke weaker ones, they surround them and stop them from growing |
| 29203 |
Jordan seemed to choke and missed three easy shots. choke to fail to achieve something, especially because you lose confidence |
| 29204 |
The garden was overgrown with weeds. weed a plant that grows easily and is usually found in places where you do not want it |
| 29205 |
A chemical weedkiller can be used to kill persistent weeds. weed a plant that grows easily and is usually found in places where you do not want it |
| 29206 |
Aerials were sprouting up on the roof like weeds. weed like weeds in very large numbers |
| 29207 |
She had pleasant but rather bland features. bland not interesting, exciting, or original, and therefore boring |
| 29208 |
He gave the usual bland assurances about their commitment to peace. bland bland comments or remarks are pleasant and intended not to make anyone upset or angry, but they may not be sincere |
| 29209 |
a simple programming language programming the activity or job of writing and developing computer programs |
| 29210 |
computer programming programming the activity or job of writing and developing computer programs |
| 29211 |
cultural educational music programming programming the planning and development of television or radio programmes |
| 29212 |
The station is committed to providing quality programming. programming the programmes that a particular television or radio station broadcasts |
| 29213 |
He's a player who can always raise his game a notch or two when he's in difficulty. notch if you move up or down a notch, you move up or down to the next level, for example in a job or in your ability to do something |
| 29214 |
a nationally televised news conference nationally relating to a whole nation, not just part of it |
| 29215 |
He competes nationally and internationally in javelin, shot, and discus. nationally relating to one country but not other countries |
| 29216 |
We aim to acquaint policy makers with some of these issues. acquaint acquaint someone with something to give someone information about something |
| 29217 |
She had failed to acquaint herself with the facts. acquaint acquaint yourself with something to make an effort to learn about something |
| 29218 |
a dozen red roses dozen a set of 12 things or people |
| 29219 |
We need half a dozen (=six) eggs for the cake. dozen half a dozen (=six) a set of 12 things or people |
| 29220 |
A few dozen protesters waved placards. dozen a set of about 12 things or people |
| 29221 |
There were only half a dozen people at the party. dozen half a dozen (=about six) a set of about 12 things or people |
| 29222 |
I must have mentioned him dozens of times in my letters. dozen lots of things or people |
| 29223 |
Nine people were killed and dozens were injured in street clashes. dozen lots of things or people |
| 29224 |
I've talked to dozens and dozens of people and they all agree it's wrong. dozen dozens and dozens lots of things or people |
| 29225 |
the electoral carrot of early tax cuts carrot something that someone promises you as a way of encouraging you to do something |
| 29226 |
I find that a carrot and stick approach works best. carrot carrot and stick a mixture of promises and threats to persuade someone to do something, especially to work harder |
| 29227 |
The wording of the proposal needs careful consideration. wording the words that are used in a particular piece of writing or speech |
| 29228 |
I can't recall the exact wording. wording exact precise specific wording the words that are used in a particular piece of writing or speech |
| 29229 |
a vicious attack assault vicious extremely violent |
| 29230 |
a vicious act of violence vicious extremely violent |
| 29231 |
a vicious thug killer vicious extremely violent |
| 29232 |
a vicious animal vicious extremely violent |
| 29233 |
He had a cruel and vicious streak. vicious extremely violent |
| 29234 |
It was only a vicious rumour. vicious extremely unkind or unpleasant |
| 29235 |
He had a vicious temper. vicious extremely unkind or unpleasant |
| 29236 |
Her tone was vicious. vicious extremely unkind or unpleasant |
| 29237 |
Everyone agrees on the urgency of the situation. urgency the need to deal with something quickly |
| 29238 |
Reducing damage to the area is a matter of great urgency. urgency matter of urgency the need to deal with something quickly |
| 29239 |
The sign is intended to convey a sense of urgency. urgency sense of urgency the need to deal with something quickly |
| 29240 |
a Biblical prophecy prophecy a statement about a future event made by someone with religious or magic powers |
| 29241 |
Merlin's prophecies prophecy a statement about a future event made by someone with religious or magic powers |
| 29242 |
His prophecy that she would one day be a star came true. prophecy a statement made by someone about something that they believe will happen |
| 29243 |
the gift of prophecy prophecy the ability to see what will happen in the future |
| 29244 |
examples of spoken and written English spoken spoken language is things that people say, not things that they write |
| 29245 |
Are these chairs spoken for? spoken already owned by someone else or kept for someone else, and therefore not available to you |
| 29246 |
softly-spoken #NAME? used with some adverbs to form adjectives that describe the way someone speaks |
| 29247 |
well-spoken #NAME? used with some adverbs to form adjectives that describe the way someone speaks |
| 29248 |
a dinosaur skeleton skeleton the set of bones that supports a human or animal body, or a model of this |
| 29249 |
He dug up some bones from a human skeleton. skeleton the set of bones that supports a human or animal body, or a model of this |
| 29250 |
a skeleton argument skeleton the basic parts of something such as a plan or organization without any details |
| 29251 |
The press were all trying to uncover skeletons in the candidates' closets. skeleton skeleton in the cupboard closet an embarrassing secret about your past that you do not want anyone to know |
| 29252 |
We'll be operating with a skeleton staff until after the holidays. skeleton skeleton staff crew service just enough workers to keep a service or office operating, or the service being operated this way |
| 29253 |
A child's development is an interactive process. interactive involving people communicating with each other and reacting to each other |
| 29254 |
He's a financial wizard. wizard someone who is very good at something |
| 29255 |
a computer electronics chess wizard wizard someone who is very good at something |
| 29256 |
France has the largest peacekeeping contingent of any nation. contingent a group of soldiers, police, vehicles etc from a particular place, forming part of a larger group |
| 29257 |
Let's welcome the Portuguese contingent. contingent a group of people representing a place, organization etc at a meeting or event |
| 29258 |
Acceptance on the course is contingent on your examination results. contingent contingent on upon able to happen only in a particular situation or if something else happens first |
| 29259 |
Most of the riders carried whips. whip a long thin piece of leather with a handle on one end, used for making horses move faster or for hitting someone |
| 29260 |
He cracked his whip over the horse's shoulder. whip crack a whip (=move the whip quickly to make a sudden loud sound) a long thin piece of leather with a handle on one end, used for making horses move faster or for hitting someone |
| 29261 |
the Conservative chief whip whip an official in a political party whose job is to make certain that other members go where they are needed and that they vote in the correct way |
| 29262 |
There's chocolate whip for dessert. whip a sweet soft food made with cream and flavours or fruit |
| 29263 |
Knowing they had the whip hand, they refused the first offer. whip the whip hand someone who has the whip hand is in a good position because they can make other people do what they want |
| 29264 |
Ted whipped his horse and galloped away. whip to hit someone with a whip |
| 29265 |
A man was being whipped and beaten in the next room. whip to hit someone with a whip |
| 29266 |
A cold wind was whipping across the water. whip whip around into past etc something to move somewhere very fast |
| 29267 |
I whipped round the corner. whip to move somewhere very fast |
| 29268 |
The wind whipped her hair into her eyes. whip to move something somewhere very fast |
| 29269 |
Ferguson whipped the ball across the court. whip to move something somewhere very fast |
| 29270 |
Smiling, he whipped out his wallet. whip whip something out off to remove something or take something from somewhere very fast |
| 29271 |
They whipped off their shirts and dived into the pool. whip to remove something or take something from somewhere very fast |
| 29272 |
I whipped the film out of the camera. whip to remove something or take something from somewhere very fast |
| 29273 |
Whip the cream lightly. whip to mix a food very quickly in order to put air into it |
| 29274 |
He just whipped my pen! whip to steal something |
| 29275 |
There's something I want to see on the telly tonight. telly on (the) telly television |
| 29276 |
We were just sitting watching the telly when the phone rang. telly watch (the) telly television |
| 29277 |
a telly addict telly television |
| 29278 |
Thousands of people carried banners and flags. banner a wide piece of cloth with a message on it, often stretched between two poles |
| 29279 |
They operated under the banner 'jobs for local people'. banner used when stating the principle or belief that makes someone do something |
| 29280 |
an agency operating under the banner of the Welsh Office banner used when naming the organization that controls or supports a particular activity |
| 29281 |
He was vain about his looks, spending hours in the gym. vain someone who is vain is very proud and thinks they are very attractive or special |
| 29282 |
They made a vain attempt to protect the town from attack. vain a vain attempt bid effort unsuccessful, or useless |
| 29283 |
He underwent a knee operation in the vain hope of getting into the team. vain vain hope unsuccessful, or useless |
| 29284 |
We walked on, looking in vain for a taxi. vain without success |
| 29285 |
Did all these young men die in vain? vain in a way that has no purpose or meaning |
| 29286 |
She was dressed in black velvet. velvet cloth that is very soft on one side and smooth on the other |
| 29287 |
velvet curtains velvet cloth that is very soft on one side and smooth on the other |
| 29288 |
I did actually notice one or two surprising omissions from the list. omission someone or something that has not been included, either deliberately or because someone forgot |
| 29289 |
One pretty glaring (=obvious and surprising) omission is any mention of cost. omission glaring serious notable omission someone or something that has not been included, either deliberately or because someone forgot |
| 29290 |
We apologize for the accidental omission of the word 'North'. omission the fact of not including someone or something |
| 29291 |
a cricket pavilion pavilion a building beside a sports field for players or club members to use |
| 29292 |
Drinks are available in the refreshments pavilion. pavilion a building or tent at an exhibition or show |
| 29293 |
a gallon of petrol gallon gallon of a unit for measuring an amount of liquid, especially petrol or water. In the UK, a gallon is equal to 4.55 litres. In the US, a gallon is equal to 3.79 litres. A gallon contains 8 pints or 4 quarts |
| 29294 |
a phantom ship phantom imagined and not real |
| 29295 |
phantom limb pain (=pain from a leg or arm that has been cut off) phantom imagined and not real |
| 29296 |
phantom businesses phantom claimed to exist in order to trick people |
| 29297 |
tinned fruit in syrup syrup a sweet liquid made from sugar and water |
| 29298 |
chocolate syrup syrup a sweet thick liquid made from sugar and other sweet substances, used as a sauce |
| 29299 |
cough syrup syrup a sweet liquid that contains medicine |
| 29300 |
Guests are given the chance to put in a plug for their latest book. plug get put in a plug for something an attempt to make people interested in a book, film etc by talking about it in an enthusiastic way, especially on a radio or television programme |
| 29301 |
The Arts Council had pulled the plug on the scheme. plug pull the plug (on something) to stop an activity, especially by no longer providing the money needed to allow it to continue |
| 29302 |
Plug the hole with newspaper before applying the cement. plug plug something with something to fill a hole so that nothing can get through it |
| 29303 |
They're really here to plug their new album. plug to try to make people interested in a book, film, idea etc by talking about it in an enthusiastic way, especially on a radio or television programme |
| 29304 |
The Home Secretary has ruled out immediate tax increases to plug the gap. plug plug the gap to provide what is missing from something |
| 29305 |
Let's drink to the continuation of our business partnership. continuation a situation in which something continues without stopping |
| 29306 |
We look forward to a continuation of the talks next week. continuation a situation in which something begins again at the point at which it was interrupted |
| 29307 |
The road is a continuation of the M6 motorway. continuation something that is joined to something else so that it forms part of it |
| 29308 |
society's increasing reliance on technology reliance reliance on the state of depending on a particular person or thing |
| 29309 |
a layer of volcanic ash volcanic coming from or connected with a volcano |
| 29310 |
volcanic activity volcanic coming from or connected with a volcano |
| 29311 |
He had a volcanic temper. volcanic a volcanic feeling is very strong, sudden, and uncontrolled |
| 29312 |
Were they morally justified in lying to Mrs Keech? justified if you are justified in doing something, you have a good reason for doing it and it is right that you should do it |
| 29313 |
Our fears proved to be justified. justified used about someone's feelings or behaviour |
| 29314 |
His optimism was fully justified. justified fully quite justified used about someone's feelings or behaviour |
| 29315 |
Many women do not want to align themselves with the movement. align to give your support publicly to a group, political party, or country |
| 29316 |
The union's leaders are aligned with the ruling party and the military. align to give your support publicly to a group, political party, or country |
| 29317 |
The graves were all perfectly aligned. align to organize things so that they form a straight line or are in the correct position in relation to other things |
| 29318 |
We have closely aligned our research and development work with our business needs. align to organize activities or systems so that they match or fit well together |
| 29319 |
A 29-year-old man was detained for questioning. detain to keep someone in a police station or prison and not allow them to leave |
| 29320 |
Nine people were treated in hospital and one was detained overnight. detain to keep someone in hospital because they are too ill to leave |
| 29321 |
Ms Dawson has been detained, so we will start the meeting without her. detain to delay someone who has to go somewhere |
| 29322 |
Increased emissions almost certainly have a damaging effect on the environment. damaging causing physical harm to something so that it is broken, spoiled, or injured |
| 29323 |
Smoking is damaging to your health. damaging damaging to causing physical harm to something so that it is broken, spoiled, or injured |
| 29324 |
Hurst resigned after a series of damaging allegations concerning his personal life. damaging having a negative effect on someone or something |
| 29325 |
The new tax laws could be very damaging for small businesses. damaging damaging for having a negative effect on someone or something |
| 29326 |
These revelations are potentially damaging to the Labour Party. damaging damaging to having a negative effect on someone or something |
| 29327 |
the planet's orbit around the sun orbit the path that is taken by an object moving around a larger object in space |
| 29328 |
Space stations are designed to remain in orbit for years. orbit in orbit (=moving around a larger object) the path that is taken by an object moving around a larger object in space |
| 29329 |
For many years the region remained within the orbit of imperial Rome. orbit an area in which someone or something has power or influence |
| 29330 |
a trendy haircut trendy extremely fashionable, but often silly or annoying |
| 29331 |
trendy ideas trendy extremely fashionable, but often silly or annoying |
| 29332 |
They ran a very slick promotion campaign, you must admit. slick done in a very impressive way that seems to need very little effort |
| 29333 |
The team demonstrated their usual slick passing style. slick a slick movement or action is one that is skilful and done without a lot of effort |
| 29334 |
a slick car salesman slick a slick person is clever and good at persuading people but probably not honest or sincere |
| 29335 |
slick black hair slick smooth and shiny or wet |
| 29336 |
His face was slick with sweat. slick smooth and shiny or wet |
| 29337 |
Emma wiped a slick of moisture from her brow. slick a small amount of something that is wet or sticky |
| 29338 |
She put on a quick slick of lipstick and dashed out the door. slick a small amount of something that is wet or sticky |
| 29339 |
His long white hair was slicked back with gel. slick to make something, especially hair, flat and shiny by putting water or oil on it |
| 29340 |
The gang discarded their weapons after the attack. discard to get rid of something that you no longer want or need |
| 29341 |
Remove the seeds from the melon and discard them. discard to get rid of something that you no longer want or need |
| 29342 |
They dined together at an expensive restaurant. dine to eat dinner |
| 29343 |
He spent years hawking his book around publishing companies. hawk to try and persuade people to buy or accept something, especially something of bad quality |
| 29344 |
the freezer compartment of a fridge compartment one of the separate parts of a container or place where things are stored |
| 29345 |
She found a secret compartment behind a drawer in the desk. compartment one of the separate parts of a container or place where things are stored |
| 29346 |
a first class compartment compartment one of the separate spaces into which a railway carriage is divided |
| 29347 |
The militant group claimed to have killed two soldiers. militant using extreme and sometimes violent methods to achieve political or social change |
| 29348 |
The town has been the target of militant attacks. militant used about people's actions |
| 29349 |
privatization of the water supply privatization the sale of a business or industry that was owned and managed by the government |
| 29350 |
The romantic evening cruise will be a memorable experience. memorable worth remembering or easy to remember, because of being special in some way |
| 29351 |
He had undergone a profound mystical experience. mystical relating to or involving mysterious religious or spiritual powers |
| 29352 |
Have you seen either of them lately? lately within the recent past |
| 29353 |
Once or twice lately Katy's mentioned him. lately within the recent past |
| 29354 |
randomly distributed data distributed spread or shared in a particular way |
| 29355 |
Red squirrels are widely distributed throughout the woodlands. distributed spread or shared in a particular way |
| 29356 |
an intricate pattern of birds and flowers intricate very detailed in design or structure |
| 29357 |
an intricate tunnel system intricate very detailed in design or structure |
| 29358 |
intricately carved panels intricate |
| 29359 |
Soldiers fired tear gas to disperse the crowds. disperse if a crowd of people disperses, or if someone disperses it, the people separate and go in different directions |
| 29360 |
Birds disperse a large proportion of the seeds. disperse to spread, or to make things spread, in different directions over a wide area |
| 29361 |
a basement flat basement the part of a building that is partly or completely below the level of the ground |
| 29362 |
Profits slumped to under $250 million. slump to be suddenly reduced to a much lower level |
| 29363 |
Sam's body slumped to the floor. slump to suddenly fall or sit because you are very tired or unconscious |
| 29364 |
I spent the evening slumped in front of the TV. slump be slumped in over etc something to be sitting still in a position that is not upright |
| 29365 |
They found him slumped over the wheel of his car. slump be slumped in over etc something to be sitting still in a position that is not upright |
| 29366 |
a sales profits slump slump a sudden large reduction in amount |
| 29367 |
a slump in prices slump slump in a sudden large reduction in amount |
| 29368 |
This gigantic wave came in from the sea. gigantic extremely large |
| 29369 |
His behaviour that night puzzled me for a long time. puzzle to make someone worry and think hard, by being difficult to understand |
| 29370 |
She was a puzzle to him. puzzle puzzle to someone or something that you cannot understand |
| 29371 |
a jigsaw puzzle puzzle a game consisting of many pieces that you have to fit together correctly |
| 29372 |
a crossword puzzle puzzle a game consisting of a set of questions that you have to answer by thinking carefully |
| 29373 |
ceramic tiles ceramic made from clay baked at a very high temperature so that it has become hard |
| 29374 |
a highly talented young designer talented someone who is talented is very good at something |
| 29375 |
There are serious flaws in the way we train our teachers. flaw a mistake or fault in something that makes it useless or less effective |
| 29376 |
What you've just said is the fatal flaw in your argument. flaw fatal flaw (=that makes something completely useless or wrong) a mistake or fault in something that makes it useless or less effective |
| 29377 |
There was a tiny flaw in the diamond. flaw a mark or fault that spoils something and makes it less beautiful or perfect |
| 29378 |
My father definitely had his flaws and failings. flaw a fault in someone's character |
| 29379 |
Transport can be provided for a nominal sum. nominal a nominal amount of money is a very small amount which is much less than something is really worth |
| 29380 |
a nominal fee charge cost nominal a nominal amount of money is a very small amount which is much less than something is really worth |
| 29381 |
He is still the nominal leader of the organization. nominal used about something that is officially described in a particular way when it is not really true or correct |
| 29382 |
areas under nominal government control nominal used about something that is officially described in a particular way when it is not really true or correct |
| 29383 |
shares with a nominal value of 1,000 nominal the nominal amount or value of something is its official amount or value and not the real one |
| 29384 |
mushroom soup pate risotto mushroom containing or made from mushrooms |
| 29385 |
Trade between the two countries has mushroomed. mushroom to increase or develop very quickly |
| 29386 |
A qualified instructor will show you how to use the equipment. instructor someone whose job is to teach a skill or a sport |
| 29387 |
a driving flying instructor instructor someone whose job is to teach a skill or a sport |
| 29388 |
a ski parachute instructor instructor someone whose job is to teach a skill or a sport |
| 29389 |
knives, forks, and spoons fork a metal or plastic object used for eating, consisting of a handle with three or four sharp points on the end |
| 29390 |
Beat the mixture with a fork to blend the ingredients. fork a metal or plastic object used for eating, consisting of a handle with three or four sharp points on the end |
| 29391 |
The road forked about two hundred yards in front of her. fork if a road, path, or river forks, it divides into two separate parts |
| 29392 |
With a wave, she forked left and was gone. fork to turn and follow one of the parts that a road, path, or river divides into |
| 29393 |
Jessica didn't answer, she was busy forking food into her mouth. fork to move food using a fork |
| 29394 |
As a gesture of goodwill, we agreed to do the work free of charge. goodwill a gesture of goodwill a feeling of wanting to be friendly and helpful to someone |
| 29395 |
He is not known for having a warm and friendly disposition. disposition the way that someone normally thinks and behaves, that shows what type of person they are |
| 29396 |
This film is not suitable for viewers of a nervous disposition. disposition of a nervous disposition the way that someone normally thinks and behaves, that shows what type of person they are |
| 29397 |
a disposition towards criminal behaviour disposition a tendency to behave in a certain way |
| 29398 |
Mowbray has shown a disposition to take unnecessary risks. disposition have show a disposition to do something a tendency to behave in a certain way |
| 29399 |
the size and disposition of the security force disposition the order or arrangement of something |
| 29400 |
Designers have built a working prototype of the car. prototype the first form of something new, made before it is produced in large quantities |
| 29401 |
the prototype for all the concentration camps that followed prototype the first or most typical example of something |
| 29402 |
attempted murder rape robbery suicide attempted used about things that someone tries to do but does not succeed in doing, especially things that are wrong or illegal |
| 29403 |
Leaders of the attempted coup were rounded up and executed. attempted used about things that someone tries to do but does not succeed in doing, especially things that are wrong or illegal |
| 29404 |
Diamonds were once thought to have magical powers. magical involving magic or the use of magic |
| 29405 |
It was a truly magical evening. magical full of a mysterious quality that is enjoyable or attractive |
| 29406 |
a knife with an ivory handle ivory the yellowish-white bone that an elephant's tusks are made of |
| 29407 |
We were delighted by the wonderful hospitality of the local people. hospitality friendly and generous behaviour towards visitors and guests, intended to make them feel welcome |
| 29408 |
Just a note to thank you for your hospitality. hospitality friendly and generous behaviour towards visitors and guests, intended to make them feel welcome |
| 29409 |
a hospitality suite room tent hospitality food, drink, and entertainment given to customers by a company or organization |
| 29410 |
the hospitality industry (=hotels, restaurants etc) hospitality food, drink, and entertainment given to customers by a company or organization |
| 29411 |
Do you play chess? chess a game for two people, played on a board with black and white squares, using different shaped pieces, including two kings. The aim is to get the other player's king into a position where it cannot move |
| 29412 |
a game of chess chess a game for two people, played on a board with black and white squares, using different shaped pieces, including two kings. The aim is to get the other player's king into a position where it cannot move |
| 29413 |
a chess set chess a game for two people, played on a board with black and white squares, using different shaped pieces, including two kings. The aim is to get the other player's king into a position where it cannot move |
| 29414 |
He was eating his food with astonishing speed. astonishing very surprising |
| 29415 |
It's astonishing how much the place has changed. astonishing very surprising |
| 29416 |
the artist's lust for life lust great enthusiasm for something |
| 29417 |
young men lusting after fast cars lust to want something very much |
| 29418 |
Vast tracts of land were being planted with these trees. tract a large area of land |
| 29419 |
the digestive respiratory tract tract a group of organs and tubes that work together in your body |
| 29420 |
a hotel proprietor proprietor someone who owns a business |
| 29421 |
Are you licensed to carry a firearm? license if someone is licensed to do something, they have official permission to do it from a government, business, or other authority |
| 29422 |
The shop is not licensed to sell alcoholic drinks. license if someone is licensed to do something, they have official permission to do it from a government, business, or other authority |
| 29423 |
The vaccine was licensed in 1986 by the Food and Drug Administration. license if something is licensed, people have official permission to use it |
| 29424 |
The town is midway between Brisbane and Sydney. midway in a position that is halfway between two places |
| 29425 |
He stopped midway across the room. midway in a position that is halfway between two places |
| 29426 |
Our problems started midway through the first year. midway at a time in the middle of an event or period |
| 29427 |
There's an affinity between the twins that's very rare. affinity a natural understanding and sympathy between people |
| 29428 |
She has a distinct affinity for music. affinity a natural understanding of something |
| 29429 |
a stunt plane stunt something dangerous, for example jumping from a building, that is done to entertain people, often as part of a film |
| 29430 |
After racing professionally, he did some stunt driving for films. stunt stunt flying driving fighting something dangerous, for example jumping from a building, that is done to entertain people, often as part of a film |
| 29431 |
Don't ever pull that stunt again! stunt pull a stunt something dangerous or stupid that you do, often to impress someone |
| 29432 |
a publicity stunt stunt something silly or unusual that is done to get public attention |
| 29433 |
Poor diet can stunt a child's growth. stunt stunt someone's something's growth to stop someone or something from growing |
| 29434 |
We consider all qualified job applicants, irrespective of sex or age. irrespective irrespective of despite a particular fact, situation, or quality |
| 29435 |
The dough should be soft but not sticky. sticky a sticky substance sticks to other things |
| 29436 |
a heavy sticky soil sticky a sticky substance sticks to other things |
| 29437 |
I licked my sticky fingers. sticky sticky objects are covered with a substance that sticks to things |
| 29438 |
His hair was sticky with blood. sticky sticky with sticky objects are covered with a substance that sticks to things |
| 29439 |
sticky toffee cakes buns sticky sticky food contains a lot of sugar and has a sticky surface |
| 29440 |
sticky labels sticky sticky paper or plastic has glue on one side so that it sticks to a surface |
| 29441 |
a warm and sticky summer afternoon sticky sticky weather is hot and damp (=with a lot of water in the air) |
| 29442 |
professors who seem incapable of any original thought incapable incapable of unable to do something |
| 29443 |
The army was badly equipped, and incapable of offering serious resistance. incapable incapable of doing something unable to do something |
| 29444 |
The city's road system is incapable of handling the current volume of traffic. incapable unable to do something |
| 29445 |
I knew that she was incapable of telling a lie. incapable too honest or morally good to behave in a certain way |
| 29446 |
She made me feel stupid and incapable. incapable completely lacking skill or ability |
| 29447 |
Who will look after your affairs if you become mentally incapable? incapable unable to look after yourself or to behave normally |
| 29448 |
Several teams bid for the franchise. franchise a formal agreement for someone to sell a company's products or services in a particular place, in exchange for a payment or part of the profits |
| 29449 |
His company won the London weekday franchise. franchise win lose a franchise an arrangement under which a television or radio company is allowed to broadcast in a particular area of the country, or a railway company is allowed to operate trains in a particular area |
| 29450 |
Most of the Burger King outlets operate as franchises. franchise a business that operates under a franchise system |
| 29451 |
the extension of the franchise to women franchise the right to vote in elections |
| 29452 |
the principle of universal franchise franchise the right to vote in elections |
| 29453 |
Much of the milk delivery service has been franchised in recent years. franchise to sell someone the right to sell your goods or services in a particular place |
| 29454 |
The next speaker whipped the crowd up into a frenzy. frenzy a state of uncontrolled activity or emotion |
| 29455 |
She was in a frenzy of rage. frenzy a state of uncontrolled activity or emotion |
| 29456 |
Her arrival always triggers a media frenzy. frenzy a period of great energy and activity |
| 29457 |
I hate going to the dentist's. dentist someone whose job is to examine and treat people's teeth. You can refer to the place where a dentist works as the dentist or the dentist's |
| 29458 |
They're in the media spotlight both nationally and internationally. spotlight in under the spotlight a situation in which you get a lot of public attention |
| 29459 |
She's enjoying life out of the spotlight. spotlight out of the spotlight a situation in which you get a lot of public attention |
| 29460 |
Congress is turning the spotlight on the private lives of its members. spotlight the attention of people in a group |
| 29461 |
The recent scandal served to spotlight the president's privacy problems. spotlight to make people pay a lot of attention to someone or something, for example by writing about them in a newspaper |
| 29462 |
We have consistently increased turnover and increased profitability. profitability the degree to which something is profitable, or the state of being profitable |
| 29463 |
Selling off assets should return the company to profitability. profitability the degree to which something is profitable, or the state of being profitable |
| 29464 |
The company was started ten years ago by two young computer enthusiasts. enthusiast someone who is very interested in something or excited by it and spends time doing it or learning about it |
| 29465 |
He was handsome and dignified. dignified someone who is dignified behaves in a calm way that people respect |
| 29466 |
She maintained a dignified silence. dignified used about people's behaviour |
| 29467 |
I made what I hoped was a dignified exit. dignified used about people's behaviour |
| 29468 |
these ancient and dignified Italian towns dignified used about places and events |
| 29469 |
a dignified ceremony dignified used about places and events |
| 29470 |
As soon as he'd uttered the words he regretted them. utter to say something |
| 29471 |
They followed her without uttering a single word of protest. utter to say something |
| 29472 |
She uttered a sound somewhere between joy and pain. utter to make a sound |
| 29473 |
Seagulls were flying overhead uttering their mocking cry. utter to make a sound |
| 29474 |
It's all been an utter waste of time. utter complete: often used for emphasizing how bad someone or something is |
| 29475 |
She gazed at me in utter confusion. utter complete: often used for emphasizing how bad someone or something is |
| 29476 |
I felt a complete and utter fool. utter complete: often used for emphasizing how bad someone or something is |
| 29477 |
the huge dome of St Paul's Cathedral dome a roof shaped like the top half of a ball |
| 29478 |
The zoo's main feature is a jungle setting under a glass dome. dome a roof shaped like the top half of a ball |
| 29479 |
Heat the milk until bubbles form around the edge of the pan. bubble a ball of air or gas in a liquid |
| 29480 |
bubbles of air trapped in ice bubble a ball of air or gas in a substance that has become solid |
| 29481 |
soap bubbles bubble a ball made of a thin outer layer of soap or bubble gum |
| 29482 |
Children love blowing bubbles. bubble a ball made of a thin outer layer of soap or bubble gum |
| 29483 |
When the economic bubble bursts, a lot of people are going to lose their jobs. bubble the bubble bursts used for describing the end of a situation that seemed extremely good |
| 29484 |
She felt a bubble of hysteria rising in her throat. bubble a bubble of something a feeling that suddenly affects you |
| 29485 |
I hate to burst your bubble, but I don't think he remembers you. bubble burst someone's bubble to end someone's happiness by making them realize what is happening |
| 29486 |
When the sauce starts to bubble, remove it from the heat. bubble if liquid bubbles, bubbles form and move in it |
| 29487 |
A pot of soup was bubbling away on the stove. bubble if liquid bubbles, bubbles form and move in it |
| 29488 |
Violence is bubbling beneath the surface. bubble bubble away beneath if something such as an emotion or violence bubbles away, it continues to exist but is not noticeable |
| 29489 |
Stop chattering and open your books. chatter to talk continuously in a fast informal way, usually about unimportant subjects |
| 29490 |
She chattered on for twenty minutes while I got ready. chatter to talk continuously in a fast informal way, usually about unimportant subjects |
| 29491 |
What have you two been chattering away about all morning? chatter chatter about to talk continuously in a fast informal way, usually about unimportant subjects |
| 29492 |
The monkey was now chattering with rage. chatter if birds, animals, or machines chatter, they make short high noises |
| 29493 |
The telex chattered all night. chatter if birds, animals, or machines chatter, they make short high noises |
| 29494 |
the excited chatter of the crowd chatter continuous fast informal talk, usually about unimportant subjects |
| 29495 |
There is too much idle chatter in this office. chatter continuous fast informal talk, usually about unimportant subjects |
| 29496 |
a pair of black stockings stocking a piece of clothing worn on a woman's foot and leg, held up by suspenders |
| 29497 |
Refugees sought sanctuary in Thailand. sanctuary official protection given to someone by a place that is safe for them |
| 29498 |
All she wanted now was the sanctuary of her own room. sanctuary a place where you can be safe or comfortable |
| 29499 |
a wildlife sanctuary sanctuary a special area where animals live in a natural environment protected from people |
| 29500 |
an animal sanctuary sanctuary a place for pets that are not wanted or that have not been treated well |
| 29501 |
dismal living conditions dismal making you feel unhappy and without hope or enthusiasm |
| 29502 |
a dismal performance record dismal very bad |
| 29503 |
Police are trying to ascertain the facts of the case. ascertain to find out something |
| 29504 |
We need to ascertain whether the project is feasible. ascertain ascertain whether what how etc to find out something |
| 29505 |
The police have ascertained that he knew the victim. ascertain ascertain that to find out something |
| 29506 |
This much could easily be ascertained from the newspapers. ascertain ascertain from to find out something |
| 29507 |
Experts were unable to ascertain the cause of the accident. ascertain ascertain the cause nature extent of something to find out something |
| 29508 |
The mountains formed an arc around the north of the city. arc a curved shape or line |
| 29509 |
He swung his torch round in a wide arc. arc a movement that follows a curved line |
| 29510 |
They suspected there was a mole within party headquarters. mole someone who joins or works for an organization in order to give secret information about it to other people, especially to its enemies |
| 29511 |
The meeting turned out to be a bit of a marathon. marathon an activity that takes a long time to complete and needs a lot of energy and determination |
| 29512 |
marathon talks negotiations marathon an activity that takes a long time to complete and needs a lot of energy and determination |
| 29513 |
Exercise can improve your posture. posture the position that your body is in when you sit, stand, or walk |
| 29514 |
Both sides adopted aggressive postures in the most recent negotiations. posture an attitude, or the way that someone behaves towards other people |
| 29515 |
a feast of wild raspberries feast a large amount of a particular food that you enjoy eating |
| 29516 |
a feast of football feast a large number of good, enjoyable, or interesting things to do or see |
| 29517 |
the Feast of St Nicholas feast a religious festival such as Christmas or Passover |
| 29518 |
If you're looking for new kitchen utensils, feast your eyes on these goodies. feast feast your eyes on to take great pleasure in looking at someone or something |
| 29519 |
She crouched down and reached out to the little boy. crouch to move your body close to the ground by bending your knees and leaning forwards slightly |
| 29520 |
Five or six men were crouched over papers on the desk. crouch to lean forwards with your head and shoulders bent, especially in order to get closer to something |
| 29521 |
Even slight rent increases would cause considerable hardship. hardship a situation in which life is very difficult, usually because you do not have enough money |
| 29522 |
Many students are facing financial hardship. hardship a situation in which life is very difficult, usually because you do not have enough money |
| 29523 |
It was no great hardship for him to give up smoking. hardship be no hardship to not be difficult or unpleasant |
| 29524 |
a severe economic downturn downturn a reduction in economic or business activity |
| 29525 |
There has been a sharp downturn in demand in recent months. downturn downturn in a reduction in economic or business activity |
| 29526 |
One woman in six retires with an entitlement to a full basic pension. entitlement entitlement to the right to receive something or to do something |
| 29527 |
Few people were aware of their entitlement to visit the palace. entitlement entitlement to do something the right to receive something or to do something |
| 29528 |
Make sure you are getting your full entitlement. entitlement an amount of money that someone is entitled to receive |
| 29529 |
flowers on the graves of deceased relatives deceased dead |
| 29530 |
The deceased was a highly respected member of the farming community. deceased a dead person or people, especially when the death or deaths were recent |
| 29531 |
We went walking in the Malvern hills. walking go walking the activity of going for walks |
| 29532 |
walking boots shoes walking designed for use when you go for a walk |
| 29533 |
a walking tour walking done on foot |
| 29534 |
The bag was hanging on the chair by its strap. strap a narrow piece of cloth, plastic etc fixed to something that you use for holding or carrying it, or hanging it up by |
| 29535 |
He unbuckled the strap and lifted the lid. strap a similar piece of material that keeps something such as a bag closed |
| 29536 |
a watch strap strap a narrow piece of material that holds a piece of clothing on your body |
| 29537 |
a dress with thin shoulder straps strap a narrow piece of material that holds a piece of clothing on your body |
| 29538 |
The pilot strapped herself in (=fastened the seat belt). strap to hold or keep someone or something in position by tying a strap around them |
| 29539 |
He strapped down the lid of the basket. strap to hold or keep someone or something in position by tying a strap around them |
| 29540 |
a malignant growth tumour malignant a malignant tumour consists of cancer cells that can spread in the body |
| 29541 |
a malignant glare malignant showing that you want to do something bad to someone |
| 29542 |
I always feel stiff and sore after gardening. sore painful and uncomfortable, usually as a result of an injury, infection, or too much exercise |
| 29543 |
Her eyes were sore from studying all night. sore painful and uncomfortable, usually as a result of an injury, infection, or too much exercise |
| 29544 |
a sore throat sore painful and uncomfortable, usually as a result of an injury, infection, or too much exercise |
| 29545 |
Helen was still feeling sore about what had happened. sore angry, or offended |
| 29546 |
a sore temptation disappointment sore great: used for emphasizing that something is very serious or that it upsets you a lot |
| 29547 |
Don't mention her divorce – it's a bit of a sore point. sore a sore point spot subject something that makes you upset, angry, or embarrassed when someone mentions it |
| 29548 |
Any stranger to the town sticks out like a sore thumb. sore stick stand out like a sore thumb to be very noticeable because of being different |
| 29549 |
Many of the prisoners were covered with sores. sore a small painful area of skin that is injured or infected |
| 29550 |
Their reaction is perfectly understandable in the circumstances. understandable normal and reasonable in a particular situation |
| 29551 |
It's understandable that mistakes were made. understandable understandable (that) normal and reasonable in a particular situation |
| 29552 |
The system must be understandable even to first-time users. understandable clear and easy to understand |
| 29553 |
They are understandably upset at being given the wrong information. understandable |
| 29554 |
There was a noticeable chill in the air. noticeable easy to see, hear, or feel |
| 29555 |
There has been a noticeable improvement in her health. noticeable easy to see, hear, or feel |
| 29556 |
The child's behavioural problems have become more noticeable. noticeable easy to see, hear, or feel |
| 29557 |
The classroom was noticeably quieter than usual. noticeable |
| 29558 |
a telecommunications hub and business centre hub the most important place where a particular activity takes place |
| 29559 |
Bombay is the financial hub of India. hub the most important place where a particular activity takes place |
| 29560 |
the majesty of a fully grown lion majesty the quality of being big, beautiful, or impressive in a calm and serious way |
| 29561 |
Professional jealousy can cause problems at work. jealousy an unhappy feeling because someone has something that you would like or can do something that you would like to do |
| 29562 |
Jealousy can ruin relationships. jealousy a feeling of being unhappy and upset because you think someone who you love is attracted to someone else |
| 29563 |
sexual jealousy jealousy a feeling of being unhappy and upset because you think someone who you love is attracted to someone else |
| 29564 |
owners of adjoining properties adjoining next to and connected to another building, room, area etc |
| 29565 |
The wording of his statement was highly ambiguous. ambiguous not clear and therefore capable of being understood in more than one way |
| 29566 |
Their position in society remains ambiguous. ambiguous confusing or not definite, and therefore difficult to understand |
| 29567 |
Davis is a keen walker and cyclist. walker someone who walks for pleasure or for exercise |
| 29568 |
The banks of the river are accessible to walkers. walker someone who walks for pleasure or for exercise |
| 29569 |
I am a very slow walker. walker used for describing the speed that someone walks |
| 29570 |
I wanted to remain a virgin until I got married. virgin someone who has never had sex, especially a girl or young woman |
| 29571 |
I was an Internet virgin until last year. virgin someone who has never experienced a particular activity or been to a particular place |
| 29572 |
the virgin forest virgin in a natural or original state |
| 29573 |
This year's outstanding tournament will do a lot to restore the competition's prestige. prestige the high reputation and respect that someone or something has earned, based on their impressive achievements, quality etc |
| 29574 |
The move was designed to enhance his personal prestige. prestige the high reputation and respect that someone or something has earned, based on their impressive achievements, quality etc |
| 29575 |
prestige hotels cars prestige having a high reputation and attracting a lot of respect, for example because of being of very high quality |
| 29576 |
a prestige international sports event prestige having a high reputation and attracting a lot of respect, for example because of being of very high quality |
| 29577 |
She noticed his look of preoccupation. preoccupation a state in which you think about something so much that you do not think about other things |
| 29578 |
a preoccupation with death sex violence preoccupation preoccupation with a state in which you think about something so much that you do not think about other things |
| 29579 |
The safety of their children is a constant preoccupation of most parents. preoccupation something that you think about and want to do because it is important |
| 29580 |
municipal elections municipal belonging to or relating to a place that has its own local government |
| 29581 |
a municipal swimming pool municipal belonging to or relating to a place that has its own local government |
| 29582 |
The floorboards groaned under the weight of the dancers. groan if wood, metal, or another material groans, it makes a long low sound as it moves |
| 29583 |
'Oh no,' he groaned when he saw who it was. groan to speak about something in a way that shows you are unhappy |
| 29584 |
The other people in the queue were moaning and groaning. groan to speak about something in a way that shows you are unhappy |
| 29585 |
The system was groaning under an avalanche of applications. groan groan under beneath if one thing groans under another, it can only just support or bear it |
| 29586 |
The long tables were groaning under the weight of fresh fish. groan groan with under if a table groans with food, there is a lot of food on it |
| 29587 |
They've got the usual moans and groans like everybody else. groan a complaint |
| 29588 |
the first film to be made using computer animation animation the process or result of making animated films or cartoons |
| 29589 |
a quiver thrill buzz of anticipation anticipation a feeling of excitement about something enjoyable that is going to happen soon |
| 29590 |
They increased production in anticipation of increased sales. anticipation in anticipation of something if you do something in anticipation of an event, you expect it to happen and you prepare yourself for it |
| 29591 |
You create a diversion and I'll run for the door! diversion create a diversion something that is intended to take someone's attention away from something that you do not want them to concentrate on or notice |
| 29592 |
This would result in a massive diversion of funds. diversion a change in the use or purpose of something |
| 29593 |
sightseeing, museum visits, and other pleasant diversions diversion an activity that you do for fun |
| 29594 |
The closure of the bridge has caused lengthy diversions. diversion a change in the road or path that you take to get somewhere because the usual road or path is closed |
| 29595 |
These figures have now been revised. revise to state a new amount after changing your opinion or judgment |
| 29596 |
Cutbacks on investment have led to growth predictions being revised downwards. revise to state a new amount after changing your opinion or judgment |
| 29597 |
The text has been revised and published in a new edition. revise to change, improve, or make additions to something such as a book, law, or piece of writing |
| 29598 |
a revised draft of the treaty revise to change, improve, or make additions to something such as a book, law, or piece of writing |
| 29599 |
If you want my advice, you should revise your security arrangements. revise to change the way that you do something |
| 29600 |
Have you revised the work we did last term? revise to read and learn information that you have studied in order to prepare for an examination. The American word is review |
| 29601 |
I have to revise for my Spanish test tomorrow. revise revise for to read and learn information that you have studied in order to prepare for an examination. The American word is review |
| 29602 |
a drunken brawl rage stupor drunken involving or caused by someone being drunk |
| 29603 |
Thousands of people have been infected. infect to make someone get a disease, that can be spread from one person to another |
| 29604 |
If you return to work too soon, you may infect other people. infect to make someone get a disease, that can be spread from one person to another |
| 29605 |
You can only be infected with HIV in a limited number of ways. infect be infected with by something to make someone get a disease, that can be spread from one person to another |
| 29606 |
Terrorists had threatened to infect the water supply with a deadly virus. infect infect something with something to fill something with bacteria or other substances that spread disease |
| 29607 |
a virus that infects word-processing documents infect if a computer virus infects a computer or computer program, it enters it and causes problems |
| 29608 |
She infects everyone around her with her enthusiasm. infect to make other people have the feeling or idea that you have |
| 29609 |
American trade policies have been denounced by some European governments. denounce to criticize someone or something severely in public |
| 29610 |
Some groups have denounced Bush's decision as ill-judged. denounce denounce someone something as to criticize someone or something severely in public |
| 29611 |
It was his own brother who denounced him to the secret police. denounce denounce someone to someone to tell an authority such as the police that a particular person is responsible for a crime |
| 29612 |
a chance to play against his former idol idol someone that you admire very much |
| 29613 |
Higgs later made a full confession to the police. confession a spoken or written statement in which you admit that you have committed a crime |
| 29614 |
His speech was seen as a confession of weakness. confession a statement about yourself that you would not normally make because you are embarrassed about it or because people could be disappointed by it |
| 29615 |
I have a confession to make – I forgot your present. confession make a confession a statement about yourself that you would not normally make because you are embarrassed about it or because people could be disappointed by it |
| 29616 |
a confession of faith confession an official statement about what religious beliefs you have |
| 29617 |
a turkey sandwich dinner turkey the meat of a turkey |
| 29618 |
Turkey threatened to boycott the conference. boycott to not take part in an event, or to not buy or use something as a protest |
| 29619 |
She urged people to boycott the company's products. boycott to not take part in an event, or to not buy or use something as a protest |
| 29620 |
The group called for a boycott of French goods. boycott boycott of an act of boycotting something |
| 29621 |
toll charges toll an amount of money that you pay to use a bridge or a road |
| 29622 |
the mounting toll of failed businesses toll the total amount of harm or damage |
| 29623 |
The recession has taken a heavy toll. toll take its toll to harm or damage someone or something, especially in a gradual way |
| 29624 |
The stress was beginning to take its toll on their marriage. toll take its toll on to harm or damage someone or something, especially in a gradual way |
| 29625 |
I want him to meet my pals. pal a friend |
| 29626 |
Albert is one of his oldest pals, and a schoolfriend. pal old pal a friend |
| 29627 |
Hey look, pal, I'm only doing my job here. pal used for talking to a man who has annoyed you or made you angry |
| 29628 |
a transcription of the court proceedings transcription transcription of a conversation, speech, or interview in written form |
| 29629 |
They write letters demanding humane treatment of prisoners. humane caring about the quality of people's or animal's lives and trying to be kind to them |
| 29630 |
a provisional government provisional intended to be temporary, and likely to be changed when other arrangements are made |
| 29631 |
We've made a provisional reservation for next week. provisional if an arrangement is provisional, the people involved have not yet said that they definitely want to do it |
| 29632 |
They stood hugging on the platform. hug to put your arms round someone to show your love or friendship |
| 29633 |
People were hugging and kissing each other. hug to put your arms round someone to show your love or friendship |
| 29634 |
Mike picked up his daughter and hugged her tight. hug hug someone tight to put your arms round someone to show your love or friendship |
| 29635 |
Emma was sitting on the floor hugging her knees. hug to hold something close to your chest |
| 29636 |
She grabbed the blanket and hugged it round her. hug to hold something close to your chest |
| 29637 |
They kept to the back of the crowd, hugging the wall. hug to move, lie, or stay close to something |
| 29638 |
She came to the door with him, hugging herself against the wind. hug to cross your arms tightly in front of your body |
| 29639 |
I was hugging myself at the thought of what he would say when I told him the news. hug to feel very pleased with yourself |
| 29640 |
Come and give Daddy a hug! hug the action of putting your arms round someone to show your love or friendship |
| 29641 |
It's a subject that has always fascinated me. fascinate to attract and interest you very strongly |
| 29642 |
Let's say our farewells. farewell a goodbye to someone |
| 29643 |
a farewell dinner party speech farewell done in order to celebrate the fact that someone is leaving a place or job |
| 29644 |
Metals are good conductors of electricity and heat. conductor a substance that allows heat or electricity to pass through it |
| 29645 |
There seems to be only one feasible solution. feasible possible or likely to succeed |
| 29646 |
It is financially feasible to use coal as an energy source. feasible it is feasible to do something possible or likely to succeed |
| 29647 |
The room on the first floor is vacant. vacant a place that is vacant is available, because no one else is using it |
| 29648 |
This house has been vacant since early spring. vacant a place that is vacant is available, because no one else is using it |
| 29649 |
The only vacant seats are on the balcony. vacant a vacant seat chair table a place that is vacant is available, because no one else is using it |
| 29650 |
The position has been vacant for several months now. vacant if a job is vacant, someone is needed to do it |
| 29651 |
an election to fill 15 vacant seats in the National Assembly vacant if a job is vacant, someone is needed to do it |
| 29652 |
A vacant expression settled on his face. vacant a vacant expression look smile etc looking as if you do not understand or are not paying attention |
| 29653 |
He stared vacantly ahead. vacant |
| 29654 |
I need to have a pee before we leave. pee go for have a pee the action of passing liquid waste from your body |
| 29655 |
character personality traits trait a particular quality in someone's character |
| 29656 |
People of all races, colours, and creeds have to live together. creed a set of religious beliefs |
| 29657 |
a radical political creed creed a set of beliefs about how people should live or behave |
| 29658 |
a plan for fighting misery and social injustice injustice failure to treat someone fairly and to respect their rights |
| 29659 |
The monstrous injustice of his words took her breath away. injustice failure to treat someone fairly and to respect their rights |
| 29660 |
The government was committed to addressing the injustices facing homeless people. injustice an unfair action or event |
| 29661 |
Perhaps I've done you an injustice. injustice do someone yourself an injustice to treat or judge someone yourself in an unfair way |
| 29662 |
The joke would not be understood by readers unfamiliar with Jewish tradition. unfamiliar unfamiliar with if you are unfamiliar with something, you have no knowledge or experience of it |
| 29663 |
feelings of nervousness at being in unfamiliar surroundings unfamiliar used about things that you have no knowledge or experience of |
| 29664 |
The rules of the game are quite unfamiliar to most people. unfamiliar unfamiliar to used about things that you have no knowledge or experience of |
| 29665 |
We'll just recap briefly on what we did. recap to describe what has already been done or decided, without repeating the details |
| 29666 |
He was wary of putting too much trust in her. wary careful or nervous about someone or something because you think they might cause a problem |
| 29667 |
The family appeared at the press conference but made no substantive comments. substantive important or serious, or referring to the most important or serious issues |
| 29668 |
substantive changes substantive large in amount, degree, or strength |
| 29669 |
a substantive report substantive large in amount, degree, or strength |
| 29670 |
Their big mistake was to underestimate their opponents' skill in handling the news media. underestimate to think that someone has less power or ability than they really have |
| 29671 |
We had seriously underestimated the cost of fitting a new kitchen. underestimate to think or guess that something is smaller, less important etc than it really is |
| 29672 |
The importance of a good diet should not be underestimated. underestimate to think or guess that something is smaller, less important etc than it really is |
| 29673 |
The figure of 10 million was a serious underestimate. underestimate a wrong idea that something is smaller, less important etc than it really is |
| 29674 |
archaeological excavations excavation the process of digging in the ground to find things from the past |
| 29675 |
Education can give you the power to shape your own destiny. destiny the things that you will do, or the type of person that you will become, in the future |
| 29676 |
He felt it was his destiny to be famous. destiny the things that you will do, or the type of person that you will become, in the future |
| 29677 |
We don't know what destiny has planned for us. destiny a mysterious power that some people believe controls everything that happens |
| 29678 |
100 acres of pasture and woodland pasture land covered with grass where sheep, cows etc are kept |
| 29679 |
green rich lush pastures pasture land covered with grass where sheep, cows etc are kept |
| 29680 |
She decided it was time to move on to greener pastures. pasture (fresh fields and) pastures new greener pastures a new, better, and more interesting place, job, or activity |
| 29681 |
I'm not ready to be put out to pasture just yet! pasture put someone out to pasture to make someone leave their job because they are considered to be too old |
| 29682 |
archaeological sites evidence research archaeological relating to or involving archaeology |
| 29683 |
The volcano last erupted over fifty years ago. volcano a mountain that forces hot gas, rocks, ash, and lava (=melted rock) into the air through a hole at the top. Some volcanoes are not immediately dangerous because they are not active and have become dormant. Others will never be dangerous again because they are completely extinct |
| 29684 |
Tick the sentence that best describes your feelings. tick to mark something with the symbol ok to show that it is correct or that you have dealt with it. The American word is check |
| 29685 |
an interviewer who is determined to find out what makes her subjects tick tick what makes someone tick the feelings and ideas that make someone behave the way that they do |
| 29686 |
Put a tick in the box next to your answer. tick the symbol ok that you write next to an answer to show that it is correct, or next to something on a list to show that it has been done |
| 29687 |
Stella patted his knee reassuringly. pat to touch someone gently several times with a flat hand to show that you care about them or want to make them feel better |
| 29688 |
He patted the girl on the shoulder in an attempt to comfort her. pat to touch someone gently several times with a flat hand to show that you care about them or want to make them feel better |
| 29689 |
He patted his already immaculate hair. pat if you pat your hair or skin you touch it gently to make it smooth, tidy, or dry |
| 29690 |
After washing, pat your face dry with a soft towel. pat if you pat your hair or skin you touch it gently to make it smooth, tidy, or dry |
| 29691 |
'I'm hungry,' he said, patting his stomach. pat to touch something gently with a flat hand to draw attention to it, or to check that something is where you placed it |
| 29692 |
'Come and sit here,' she said, patting the seat beside her. pat to touch something gently with a flat hand to draw attention to it, or to check that something is where you placed it |
| 29693 |
He patted his trouser pocket to see if his keys were there. pat to touch something gently with a flat hand to draw attention to it, or to check that something is where you placed it |
| 29694 |
I mentally patted myself on the back for managing to keep my cool. pat pat someone on the back to praise someone for doing something good |
| 29695 |
By the end of the week, I had my part off pat. pat have something off pat to know something so well that you can say it, perform it etc without thinking about it |
| 29696 |
His words sounded a little too pat. pat pat answers or explanations sound as though they have been used many times before and are not sincere |
| 29697 |
He gave her his usual pat excuses. pat pat answers or explanations sound as though they have been used many times before and are not sincere |
| 29698 |
Nina gave the dog a friendly pat on the head. pat the action of gently touching someone or something several times with a flat hand |
| 29699 |
Lee deserves a pat on the back for being so honest. pat a pat on the back praise for having done something good |
| 29700 |
Give yourselves a pat on the back. You've done very well. pat a pat on the back praise for having done something good |
| 29701 |
papal rule papal relating to the pope |
| 29702 |
Most of the world's fertile land is already being cultivated. cultivate to make land suitable for growing crops or plants |
| 29703 |
Rice is cultivated throughout the coastal regions. cultivate to grow crops or plants, especially in large quantities |
| 29704 |
He's trying to cultivate a more caring image. cultivate to develop something such as an attitude, ability, or skill |
| 29705 |
All roads within a two-mile radius of the stadium were closed. radius a particular distance in all directions from a central point |
| 29706 |
There's a shortage of trained language teachers. trained someone who is trained for a profession or job has all the necessary skills and qualifications |
| 29707 |
A team of trained volunteers will be available to help. trained someone who is trained for a profession or job has all the necessary skills and qualifications |
| 29708 |
The clinic is run by specially trained medical staff. trained highly specially trained someone who is trained for a profession or job has all the necessary skills and qualifications |
| 29709 |
These differences are only obvious to the trained eye. trained a the trained eye the ability to see the difference between things that are similar or to recognize that someone has a particular skill |
| 29710 |
Civic leaders are delighted at the decision to hold the national competition in Atlanta. civic relating to a town or city, especially to its government and public activities |
| 29711 |
The study showed that most teens felt little sense of civic pride or responsibility. civic relating to the people who live in a town or city or the duties and responsibilities that they have as citizens |
| 29712 |
the long voyage home voyage a long journey, especially by boat or into space |
| 29713 |
a voyage of discovery exploration voyage voyage of a long journey, especially by boat or into space |
| 29714 |
The ship sank on its maiden voyage. voyage maiden voyage (=the first voyage of a ship) a long journey, especially by boat or into space |
| 29715 |
a masculine voice masculine with qualities thought to be typical of men |
| 29716 |
traditionally masculine roles masculine connected with men |
| 29717 |
The troops prepared to withstand a long siege. siege an attack in which an army surrounds a castle or city in order to prevent the people inside from receiving food and water |
| 29718 |
An attempt was made to break the 38-month siege of Sarajevo. siege break a siege (=to cause a siege to end) an attack in which an army surrounds a castle or city in order to prevent the people inside from receiving food and water |
| 29719 |
The king lifted the siege two months later. siege lift raise a siege (=to end a siege) an attack in which an army surrounds a castle or city in order to prevent the people inside from receiving food and water |
| 29720 |
Malta was under siege in World War II. siege under siege (=in a siege) an attack in which an army surrounds a castle or city in order to prevent the people inside from receiving food and water |
| 29721 |
Police surrounded the house for a 12 hour siege. siege a situation in which a group of people surround a building in order to protest about something or to force the people inside to come out |
| 29722 |
The town was in a state of siege (=people could not leave or enter it). siege state of siege a situation in which a group of people surround a building in order to protest about something or to force the people inside to come out |
| 29723 |
Hundreds of students laid siege to the American embassy. siege lay siege to something (=start a siege in a place) a situation in which a group of people surround a building in order to protest about something or to force the people inside to come out |
| 29724 |
The industry is currently under siege from the press. siege under siege being criticized or attacked by a lot of different people at the same time |
| 29725 |
It promises to be an enormously enjoyable event. enormously extremely |
| 29726 |
Demands on computer systems have grown enormously in recent years. enormously by a large amount |
| 29727 |
She was distracted by the sound of running water. distract to get someone's attention and prevent them from concentrating on something |
| 29728 |
We must let nothing distract us from our purpose. distract distract someone from something to get someone's attention and prevent them from concentrating on something |
| 29729 |
They tried to distract attention from the crisis. distract distract (someone's) attention from something to do something in order to stop someone from paying attention to something |
| 29730 |
young couples out strolling with their arms round each other stroll to walk without hurrying, often for pleasure |
| 29731 |
I was strolling along the river when I saw an incredible thing. stroll stroll along over off up etc to walk without hurrying, often for pleasure |
| 29732 |
She strolled over to join them. stroll to walk without hurrying, often for pleasure |
| 29733 |
Alison strolled through the entrance exam with little difficulty. stroll to do something easily and with little effort |
| 29734 |
They strolled to victory in the championships. stroll stroll to victory to do something easily and with little effort |
| 29735 |
go for a stroll stroll a slow walk for pleasure |
| 29736 |
I was just out for a stroll. stroll a slow walk for pleasure |
| 29737 |
That was a stroll! stroll an easy victory in a competition |
| 29738 |
precious jewels jewel a hard, coloured, and usually valuable stone that has been cut and made shiny |
| 29739 |
Thieves stole gold and jewels worth millions of pounds. jewel a decoration that is made with jewels |
| 29740 |
a jewel of a city jewel something that is excellent and admired by a lot of people |
| 29741 |
He described the laboratory as the jewel in the crown of British science. jewel the jewel in someone's crown the best or most valuable thing that someone owns or has achieved |
| 29742 |
Long-term investing is risky, and careful planning is imperative. imperative extremely important and urgent |
| 29743 |
It is imperative that these claims are dealt with quickly. imperative it is imperative (that) extremely important and urgent |
| 29744 |
It was imperative to maintain peace and stability in the region. imperative it is imperative to do something extremely important and urgent |
| 29745 |
Solidarity between rich and poor nations is a moral imperative. imperative a moral political economic imperative (=something that must be done because it is right) something that is very important and urgent |
| 29746 |
Your father was an honourable man. honourable morally good and deserving respect |
| 29747 |
The only honourable thing to do was to say nothing. honourable morally good and deserving respect |
| 29748 |
the Honourable Mrs Justice Arden honourable used for talking to judges and some politicians, for example members of parliament |
| 29749 |
my honourable friend, the member for Newbury honourable used for talking to judges and some politicians, for example members of parliament |
| 29750 |
I think he behaved extremely honourably throughout this whole ordeal. honourable |
| 29751 |
Notifications will be sent out next week. notification an official announcement about something that has happened or will happen |
| 29752 |
No names have been released, pending notification of the victims' relatives. notification notification of an official announcement about something that has happened or will happen |
| 29753 |
He looked helpless sitting there all alone. helpless not able to do anything without help |
| 29754 |
I knew they were lying but I felt helpless to do anything about it. helpless be feel helpless to do something not able to do anything without help |
| 29755 |
This witticism reduced both of them to helpless laughter. helpless helpless laughter, tears etc are so strong that you cannot control them |
| 29756 |
They have no legal power to expel a party member. expel to officially force someone to leave a place or organization because of their bad behaviour |
| 29757 |
The police were sent to expel the demonstrators from public buildings. expel expel someone from something to officially force someone to leave a place or organization because of their bad behaviour |
| 29758 |
He was expelled for threatening a teacher with a knife. expel expel someone for something to force a student to leave a school permanently |
| 29759 |
The authorities are threatening to expel all foreign diplomats. expel to force someone to leave a foreign country, especially for political reasons or for breaking the law |
| 29760 |
Journalists who reported on the demonstration were expelled from the country. expel expel someone from something to force someone to leave a foreign country, especially for political reasons or for breaking the law |
| 29761 |
The poor sap really believed Volvano would help him. sap someone who trusts people too much and can easily be cheated |
| 29762 |
Both teams were sapped by the heat. sap to make someone feel weak |
| 29763 |
The whole incident seems to have sapped Mum's strength. sap sap someone's energy strength (=make someone feel tired and weak) to make someone feel weak |
| 29764 |
Sanctions have sapped the government's will. sap sap someone's will (=make someone less certain about what they want to do) to make someone feel weak |
| 29765 |
the promise of eternal life youth friendship eternal continuing for ever or for a very long time |
| 29766 |
She has earned our eternal gratitude. eternal continuing for ever or for a very long time |
| 29767 |
The silence was eternal. eternal seeming to continue for too long |
| 29768 |
I'm the eternal optimist. eternal always having a particular quality |
| 29769 |
eternal truths values eternal always true or important |
| 29770 |
It's the eternal question. eternal always true or important |
| 29771 |
the astonishing resurrection of his pop career resurrection the act of making something exist again or of starting to use something again after it has disappeared, been forgotten, or stopped being used |
| 29772 |
spelling corrections correction a change that makes something correct or accurate |
| 29773 |
I've made a few small corrections in your essay. correction make a correction a change that makes something correct or accurate |
| 29774 |
The Minister was forced to issue a correction. correction issue publish a correction a change that makes something correct or accurate |
| 29775 |
some factual errors that need correction correction the action of changing something in order to make it correct or accurate |
| 29776 |
The time is 11.28. Correction, 11.38. correction used for telling people that you are correcting what you just said |
| 29777 |
correction of sight problems by lenses or surgery correction correction of the process of changing something in order to solve a problem or produce the right result |
| 29778 |
automatic correction of the flight path correction the process of changing something in order to solve a problem or produce the right result |
| 29779 |
minor corrections to the steering mechanism correction a change that solves a problem or produces the right result |
| 29780 |
Correction for the difference in age did not affect the result. correction the process of changing calculations or measurements to make them more accurate |
| 29781 |
He was determined to ask Mrs McMahon a few pertinent questions. pertinent relevant to something |
| 29782 |
information pertinent to the accident investigation pertinent pertinent to relevant to something |
| 29783 |
the history of Western civilization civilization a society that has developed its own culture and institutions |
| 29784 |
the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt civilization a society that has developed its own culture and institutions |
| 29785 |
the benefits of civilization civilization the state of having developed an advanced culture and institutions |
| 29786 |
the end of civilization as we know it civilization human society in general |
| 29787 |
After a week of camping, I was glad to get back to civilization. civilization a place such as a large city where you have the modern things that make life easy |
| 29788 |
an office complex with ample parking ample enough, and often more than you need |
| 29789 |
ample supplies of food and fuel ample enough, and often more than you need |
| 29790 |
There is ample evidence to prove his guilt. ample enough, and often more than you need |
| 29791 |
a woman with an ample figure ample used for referring in a positive or humorous way to someone's body, or a part of it, that is large |
| 29792 |
The book is amply illustrated with colour drawings. ample |
| 29793 |
There is a recruitment and retention crisis in the teaching profession. retention the ability to keep workers or customers from leaving a company, or students from leaving a school |
| 29794 |
This facility will be used for the retention of hazardous waste. retention retention of the act of keeping or storing something |
| 29795 |
She still has serious fluid retention in the limbs and lungs. retention a situation in which harmful substances stay in the body instead of passing out of it |
| 29796 |
The patient showed good retention of facts and figures. retention retention of the ability to remember ideas or facts |
| 29797 |
He has been described as the new prophet of monetarism. prophet prophet of someone who supports an idea or principle and tries to persuade others to support it |
| 29798 |
We're going to prove all the prophets of doom wrong and make this business work. prophet prophet of doom disaster someone who has a very negative view of life and thinks that only bad things will happen |
| 29799 |
an artistic fiery temperament temperament someone's temperament is their basic character, for example their tendency to be happy, angry etc |
| 29800 |
He's a radical by temperament. temperament someone's temperament is their basic character, for example their tendency to be happy, angry etc |
| 29801 |
Alcohol is responsible for many thousands of premature deaths each year. premature happening too soon or before the usual time |
| 29802 |
It's a little premature to talk about concluding a deal. premature happening too soon or before the usual time |
| 29803 |
Nickie's baby was eleven weeks premature. premature a premature baby is born before it should be |
| 29804 |
research to prevent premature births premature a premature baby is born before it should be |
| 29805 |
He was slightly below average height and prematurely bald. premature |
| 29806 |
The twins were born prematurely. premature |
| 29807 |
The student debates will encompass a range of subjects. encompass to include a lot of people or things |
| 29808 |
His kingdom encompassed 890 square miles. encompass to include or surround an area completely |
| 29809 |
He distinctly heard something move across the room. distinctly distinctly hear see smell etc in a way that is clear to your senses |
| 29810 |
I distinctly remember him putting the money in his pocket. distinctly distinctly remember someone something in a definite and clear way |
| 29811 |
When she spoke again it was slowly and distinctly. distinctly speak distinctly carefully, so that what you say is easy to hear and understand |
| 29812 |
Lucy felt distinctly uncomfortable. distinctly extremely |
| 29813 |
a steep uphill climb uphill towards the top of a slope or a hill |
| 29814 |
The Opposition face an uphill struggle to win back voters. uphill uphill battle struggle task etc difficult to do or to achieve |
| 29815 |
The road leads uphill towards the church. uphill |
| 29816 |
She is a highly articulate woman. articulate able to express your thoughts, arguments, and ideas clearly and effectively |
| 29817 |
It gives an articulate description of the drug's effect. articulate articulate writing or speech is clear and easy to understand |
| 29818 |
It's difficult to articulate what I felt then. articulate to express thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively |
| 29819 |
Ben articulates so clearly for a two-year-old. articulate to speak very clearly, so that every word you say can be understood |
| 29820 |
She carefully articulated every syllable. articulate to speak very clearly, so that every word you say can be understood |
| 29821 |
The officers were caught photographing in a restricted military zone. restricted intended only for people who have been given special permission |
| 29822 |
This is a restricted area. restricted intended only for people who have been given special permission |
| 29823 |
Access is restricted to the elderly. restricted restricted to only for the use of or only including particular people or purposes |
| 29824 |
The information was restricted to senior management. restricted only for the use of or only including particular people or purposes |
| 29825 |
This trend isn't restricted to fortysomething males. restricted only for the use of or only including particular people or purposes |
| 29826 |
Freedom of the press is restricted here. restricted controlled by laws or rules |
| 29827 |
Officials are restricted in their movements in the central zone. restricted restricted in controlled by laws or rules |
| 29828 |
The accident left me with restricted movement in my right arm. restricted limited in what it is possible to do |
| 29829 |
Her speech drew enthusiastic applause. applause the sound made by people applauding a performance, speech etc |
| 29830 |
Gere walked onto the stage amid thunderous applause. applause thunderous rapturous applause the sound made by people applauding a performance, speech etc |
| 29831 |
Let's have a round of applause for all the organizers. applause a round of applause the sound made by people applauding a performance, speech etc |
| 29832 |
I noticed a red bicycle propped against the wall. prop to hold something in position by putting something under or against it, or by leaning it against something else |
| 29833 |
She looked at me sleepily, head propped on her hands. prop to hold something in position by putting something under or against it, or by leaning it against something else |
| 29834 |
Prop the door open behind you so we don't get locked out. prop prop something open to hold something in position by putting something under or against it, or by leaning it against something else |
| 29835 |
a stage prop prop a piece of furniture or small object used in a play or film |
| 29836 |
He found himself becoming the emotional prop of the family. prop someone or something that helps a system, organization, or person to be strong or to continue to exist |
| 29837 |
Nuff props to the crew for a fantastic gig! prop (nuff) props to someone used to praise someone for something they have done |
| 29838 |
Economic conditions intensified the pressure on industry to raise prices. intensify if something intensifies, or if you intensify it, it becomes greater, stronger, or more extreme |
| 29839 |
More weapons arrived in the area, and fighting intensified soon afterwards. intensify if something intensifies, or if you intensify it, it becomes greater, stronger, or more extreme |
| 29840 |
The court had erred in allowing her parents to testify. err to make a mistake, especially in a judgment or decision |
| 29841 |
We are erring on the side of caution and have closed the school. err err on the side of something to do more than is really necessary in order to avoid a particular situation |
| 29842 |
discrimination in the workplace workplace used in general for referring to places where people work |
| 29843 |
It was hot in the garden, but she was too lazy to move. lazy not willing to work or do any activity that needs effort |
| 29844 |
He's a lazy slob who sits in front of the TV all day. lazy not willing to work or do any activity that needs effort |
| 29845 |
a lazy afternoon in the sun lazy spent relaxing and not involving any activity that needs effort |
| 29846 |
a lazy grin lazy a lazy movement or smile is slow and relaxed |
| 29847 |
They had to remove his kidney. kidney one of the two organs in your body that clean your blood and remove waste |
| 29848 |
kidney failure disease kidney one of the two organs in your body that clean your blood and remove waste |
| 29849 |
a kidney transplant kidney one of the two organs in your body that clean your blood and remove waste |
| 29850 |
We applaud the president's insistence on tougher environmental laws. insistence insistence on a very firm statement that something must happen or that something is true |
| 29851 |
Despite his insistence that he wasn't involved, most people think he's dishonest. insistence insistence that a very firm statement that something must happen or that something is true |
| 29852 |
At her mother's insistence, she wrote a thank-you letter to her grandmother. insistence at someone's insistence because someone has said that something must happen |
| 29853 |
The match was a bit tame. tame something that is tame is slightly boring because it is not exciting, interesting, powerful, or dangerous enough |
| 29854 |
They built a huge dam upstream to tame the river and prevent flooding. tame to make a piece of land, a river etc able to be used and not dangerous |
| 29855 |
a government programme to tame inflation tame to bring something under control |
| 29856 |
a multimedia presentation multimedia using video, sound, and other methods of communication in computers |
| 29857 |
multimedia products companies services multimedia using video, sound, and other methods of communication in computers |
| 29858 |
They collapsed on to their beds, too weary to get changed. weary very tired, especially because of hard work or activity |
| 29859 |
He rested his head on his hand with a weary gesture. weary showing that you are very tired |
| 29860 |
the weary tedious journey weary a weary activity is one that makes you feel very tired |
| 29861 |
There was a note of weary irritation in his voice. weary tired and impatient about something |
| 29862 |
She was weary of the constant arguments between them. weary weary of tired and impatient about something |
| 29863 |
He was weary of repeating things again and again. weary weary of doing something tired and impatient about something |
| 29864 |
I was so excited I couldn't sleep. excited very happy and enthusiastic because something good is going to happen, especially when this makes you unable to relax |
| 29865 |
I'm so excited about the trip! excited excited about very happy and enthusiastic because something good is going to happen, especially when this makes you unable to relax |
| 29866 |
Excited by the news, Marie phoned her mother immediately. excited excited by very happy and enthusiastic because something good is going to happen, especially when this makes you unable to relax |
| 29867 |
They're both getting excited planning the wedding. excited get become excited very happy and enthusiastic because something good is going to happen, especially when this makes you unable to relax |
| 29868 |
He's excited at the prospect of showing his work in New York. excited excited at very happy and enthusiastic because something good is going to happen, especially when this makes you unable to relax |
| 29869 |
Look, Dad, stop getting so excited – I'm sure she'll be home soon. excited upset, worried, or angry about something |
| 29870 |
He talked excitedly to reporters about his hopes of winning the race. excited |
| 29871 |
As dead plants decay, they release mineral salts into the soil. decay to be gradually destroyed as a result of a natural process of change |
| 29872 |
Bacteria cause the decay of dead plants and animals. decay the gradual destruction of something as a result of a natural process of change |
| 29873 |
Sweets cause tooth decay. decay the gradual destruction of something as a result of a natural process of change |
| 29874 |
urban decay decay the process by which a building or an area gradually gets into a worse state because it has not been looked after |
| 29875 |
The farmhouse fell into disuse and decay. decay fall into decay (=get into a worse state) the process by which a building or an area gradually gets into a worse state because it has not been looked after |
| 29876 |
the social and moral decay of the country decay the process of becoming gradually worse in quality, or weaker in power or influence |
| 29877 |
Customers who make bogus insurance claims will be dealt with severely. bogus not real, although pretending to be real |
| 29878 |
a bogus offer excuse bogus not real, although pretending to be real |
| 29879 |
The Internet is an invaluable resource for students. invaluable extremely useful |
| 29880 |
His experience of teaching in Irish schools proved invaluable. invaluable extremely useful |
| 29881 |
Navigation in the shallow waters near the coast can be tricky. navigation the movement of a ship or an aircraft along a planned path |
| 29882 |
services that speed up navigation of the Internet navigation navigation of a way to find and follow a path through a difficult place or deal effectively with a complicated situation |
| 29883 |
navigational tools navigation |
| 29884 |
The bacteria digest some of the harmful substances in the sewage. harmful causing harm |
| 29885 |
harmful effects consequences harmful causing harm |
| 29886 |
The fungus is not harmful to humans. harmful harmful to causing harm |
| 29887 |
Be careful not to bump your head. bump to accidentally hit part of your body against something, making it hurt |
| 29888 |
I bumped my knee on the corner of the desk. bump bump something on against something to accidentally hit part of your body against something, making it hurt |
| 29889 |
Small boats were bumping against the wooden pier. bump to hit against something solid once or many times |
| 29890 |
The plane bumped slowly across the field. bump bump across along over etc to move with rough up and down movements, especially over a surface that is not even |
| 29891 |
She was easily frightened by ghost stories and things that go bump in the night. bump things that go bump in the night frightening and mysterious noises that you hear at night |
| 29892 |
Every time I went over a bump in the road, my bicycle chain came off. bump a raised part on a surface |
| 29893 |
Her body was covered in bumps and bruises. bump a raised part on your skin where you have been injured |
| 29894 |
She got a nasty bump on the back of her head. bump a hit or knock to a part of your body |
| 29895 |
We felt the bump and knew the boat had run aground. bump a hit or knock against something solid |
| 29896 |
They have been applauded for their humanitarian work in Ethiopia. applaud to praise a decision, action, idea etc |
| 29897 |
bodily injury bodily relating to or affecting your body |
| 29898 |
bodily fluids bodily relating to or affecting your body |
| 29899 |
They pushed him bodily out of the room. bodily in a way that affects the whole of someone's body |
| 29900 |
We can move in as soon as building work is finished. finished something that is finished has been completed |
| 29901 |
None of the paintings looked finished to me. finished something that is finished has been completed |
| 29902 |
It will be nice to see the finished product after all these months of work. finished the finished product goods something that is finished has been completed |
| 29903 |
I'll be finished in a minute. finished if you are finished, you have completed the job that you were doing |
| 29904 |
Once the scandal breaks, he'll be finished as a politician. finished if you are finished, you are no longer able to continue doing something, for example because you do not have any money or because people no longer trust you |
| 29905 |
All that jollity is just a facade. facade a false appearance or way of behaving that hides what someone or something is really like |
| 29906 |
political religious dogma dogma a belief or set of beliefs that people are expected to accept without asking questions about them |
| 29907 |
Their opposition to the reforms is based on pure dogma. dogma a belief or set of beliefs that people are expected to accept without asking questions about them |
| 29908 |
The air cushion reduces the boat's contact with water. cushion a layer that separates two objects and prevents one from hitting or touching the other |
| 29909 |
Grayson's goal gives England a five-point cushion. cushion a number of points or goals by which you are winning during a match or competition |
| 29910 |
Our landing was cushioned by deep snow. cushion if a soft object or substance cushions someone or something, it protects them from the effects of a fall or a hit |
| 29911 |
Computer rental packages cushion customers against upgrade costs. cushion cushion someone something from against something to protect a person or thing from the harmful effects of something |
| 29912 |
Tax cuts were brought in to cushion the blow of the price rises. cushion to reduce the bad effects of something |
| 29913 |
When the press was biased towards the political right, television coverage tended to lean to the left. Conversely, if the press swung heavily to the left, television would have to redress the balance by leaning to the right. conversely used for introducing a sentence, or part of a sentence, which says something that is the opposite of the other part |
| 29914 |
Some wrong answers were marked right and, conversely, some right answers had been rejected. conversely used for introducing a sentence, or part of a sentence, which says something that is the opposite of the other part |
| 29915 |
Richard is a really hefty bloke. hefty large and heavy |
| 29916 |
a hefty sum fine bonus hefty a hefty amount of money is a large and impressive amount |
| 29917 |
Sex education in schools remains a highly contentious issue. contentious causing disagreement between people or groups |
| 29918 |
The company unveiled its new advertising slogan this week. slogan a short phrase that is easy to remember and is used to advertise something or to express the beliefs of a political party or other group |
| 29919 |
Anti-government slogans had been sprayed all over the wall. slogan a short phrase that is easy to remember and is used to advertise something or to express the beliefs of a political party or other group |
| 29920 |
I'm not interested in their petty squabbles. petty not important and not worth worrying about |
| 29921 |
Village life is full of gossip and petty jealousies. petty not important and not worth worrying about |
| 29922 |
It was a bit petty to make me apologize to everyone. petty unpleasant to someone because you care too much about something that is not really important |
| 29923 |
a petty criminal thief offender petty minor |
| 29924 |
petty bureaucrats officials petty minor |
| 29925 |
wallpaper paste paste a kind of glue, often made of flour and water, that is used to make paper or something else stick to a surface |
| 29926 |
fish meat tomato paste paste a food made by crushing meat, fish, or vegetables. It can be added to other food in cooking or spread on bread |
| 29927 |
She was pasting pictures of farm animals into the scrapbook. paste to glue paper onto a surface using paste |
| 29928 |
Then you can paste the picture into your document. paste to move words, pictures etc on a computer screen from one place to another |
| 29929 |
Crime has decreased since the security cameras were installed. install to put a piece of equipment somewhere and make it ready for use |
| 29930 |
Have you installed a smoke alarm in your office? install to put a piece of equipment somewhere and make it ready for use |
| 29931 |
We've had a second phone line installed. install have something installed to put a piece of equipment somewhere and make it ready for use |
| 29932 |
a newly installed gas central heating system install newly recently installed to put a piece of equipment somewhere and make it ready for use |
| 29933 |
It's important to install a virus checker. install to put a new program or piece of software into a computer so that you can use it |
| 29934 |
She was installed as the first woman chancellor of the university. install install someone as something to officially put someone in an important job or position |
| 29935 |
the revolt that installed Aquino in office in 1986 install install someone in office to officially put someone in an important job or position |
| 29936 |
On reaching the workshop, Ashley installed herself behind her table. install install yourself to put someone somewhere |
| 29937 |
So here I am, comfortably installed in my new office. install comfortably safely installed to put someone somewhere |
| 29938 |
What is all the fuss about? fuss a lot of unnecessary worry or excitement about something |
| 29939 |
We got everything done with a minimum of fuss. fuss a lot of unnecessary worry or excitement about something |
| 29940 |
Stop making such a fuss! fuss make kick up a fuss a lot of unnecessary worry or excitement about something |
| 29941 |
a lot of fuss over the new technology fuss fuss about over a lot of unnecessary worry or excitement about something |
| 29942 |
If you ask me, it's a fuss about nothing. fuss a fuss about nothing a lot of unnecessary worry or excitement about something |
| 29943 |
If you ask me, they make too much fuss of him. fuss make a fuss of to give a person or animal a lot of attention to show that you love them |
| 29944 |
I spent days fussing about the travel arrangements. fuss fuss about over to behave in a way that shows you are nervous or worried, especially about unimportant things |
| 29945 |
He kept fussing with his tie. fuss fuss with to touch or handle something continuously in a nervous way |
| 29946 |
She flicked through the clothes on the rack, looking for something suitable. rack an object used for storing things that consists of a row of small shelves, spaces, or hooks |
| 29947 |
a wine rack rack an object used for storing things that consists of a row of small shelves, spaces, or hooks |
| 29948 |
a vegetable rack rack an object used for storing things that consists of a row of small shelves, spaces, or hooks |
| 29949 |
The country's going to rack and ruin. rack to become less successful |
| 29950 |
Their tenants had let the property go to rack and ruin. rack if a building goes to rack and ruin, the condition of it becomes bad |
| 29951 |
The interviewer's questions put Blair on the rack. rack on the rack in a difficult situation that you cannot deal with |
| 29952 |
Greg was racked by doubts and indecision. rack to make someone or something suffer from pain or unpleasant feelings |
| 29953 |
Violent sobs racked her body. rack to make someone or something suffer from pain or unpleasant feelings |
| 29954 |
We don't want a recurrence of the situation. recurrence an occasion when something happens again |
| 29955 |
Many species of animal are in imminent danger of extinction. imminent likely or certain to happen very soon |
| 29956 |
If you revert to your old eating habits, you'll gain weight again. revert to return to a previous state or way of behaving, often one that is not good |
| 29957 |
The house reverted to its former state of disrepair. revert to return to a previous state or way of behaving, often one that is not good |
| 29958 |
Sensing her uneasiness, Joseph reverted to their discussion about the weather. revert to start talking about something that you were talking about earlier |
| 29959 |
Once he's had a girlfriend for a week or two, he reverts to type and starts chasing other girls. revert to start behaving in your normal way again after appearing to change |
| 29960 |
The truck was rammed from behind by a sports car on a busy highway. ram if a vehicle or boat rams something, it hits it very hard, usually when it is moving fast |
| 29961 |
A high-speed passenger train rammed into a stationary train. ram ram into if a vehicle or boat rams something, it hits it very hard, usually when it is moving fast |
| 29962 |
She quickly rammed some clothes into a suitcase and left. ram ram something into something to push something into a place with great force |
| 29963 |
The new advertising campaign rams home the dangers of drink-driving. ram to emphasize something very strongly so that people clearly understand you |
| 29964 |
McNeill rammed home the winning goal in the second half. ram in football and similar sports, to kick or hit the ball very hard and score a goal |
| 29965 |
a hydraulic ram ram a part of a machine that pushes something into a position by hitting it with great force |
| 29966 |
the contraction of cooling metal contraction the process of becoming smaller |
| 29967 |
There is likely to be further contraction of the dot.com sector as more firms go bankrupt. contraction the process of becoming smaller |
| 29968 |
Tutilo kept his eyes on the cobbles, treading carefully. tread to walk or step on something |
| 29969 |
As she stumbled in the dark, she trod on something hard. tread tread on to walk or step on something |
| 29970 |
Don't tread mud into the carpet. tread to press or crush something into the floor or ground when you walk |
| 29971 |
Investors should tread carefully until new interest rates are announced. tread tread carefully cautiously lightly etc to be very careful what you do or say, so that you do not make a mistake or cause a problem |
| 29972 |
If you criticize his mother you're treading on dangerous ground. tread tread on sacred dangerous ground to do something that is likely to cause a problem or upset some people |
| 29973 |
For now we're just treading water, but we hope negotiations will begin soon. tread to not make progress, especially because you have to wait for something else to happen first |
| 29974 |
supplementary income supplementary additional |
| 29975 |
a ham sandwich ham the meat from the top part of the back legs of a pig, preserved using salt or smoke |
| 29976 |
a slice of ham ham the meat from the top part of the back legs of a pig, preserved using salt or smoke |
| 29977 |
a radio ham ham someone who sends and receives radio messages for fun |
| 29978 |
a ham radio station ham someone who sends and receives radio messages for fun |
| 29979 |
an old ham ham a bad actor who has an artificial style of performing |
| 29980 |
a ham actor ham a bad actor who has an artificial style of performing |
| 29981 |
The commander defied a direct order to surrender. defy to refuse to obey someone or something |
| 29982 |
Buildings leaned crazily, defying the law of gravity. defy to happen in a way that is different from what usually happens or what you expect |
| 29983 |
I defy you to produce one shred of evidence. defy defy someone to do something to tell someone to prove that something is possible by doing it |
| 29984 |
Fatima was one of Britain's top track and field athletes. athlete someone who is good at sports, especially athletics, and takes part in sports competitions |
| 29985 |
The doctor has prescribed some drugs to alleviate the pain. alleviate to make something less painful, severe, or serious |
| 29986 |
The UN's most important objective is to alleviate world poverty. alleviate to make something less painful, severe, or serious |
| 29987 |
a simplistic analysis of the issue simplistic treating something in a way that makes it seem much simpler than it really is |
| 29988 |
This was my third transatlantic crossing. crossing a journey by boat across a river or sea |
| 29989 |
a pedestrian crossing crossing a place where you are allowed to cross something such as a road or border |
| 29990 |
He posted bail for her, so she's OK. bail post bail (=pay it) money that is given to a court when someone is allowed to stay out of prison until their trial. If they do not return for the trial, the court keeps the money |
| 29991 |
The judge set bail at $50,000. bail set bail (=decide on the amount of bail) money that is given to a court when someone is allowed to stay out of prison until their trial. If they do not return for the trial, the court keeps the money |
| 29992 |
She was freed on bail pending an appeal. bail be released freed on bail money that is given to a court when someone is allowed to stay out of prison until their trial. If they do not return for the trial, the court keeps the money |
| 29993 |
He was granted bail by the court. bail grant someone bail (=allow them to have bail) the chance to stay out of prison until your trial |
| 29994 |
offenders who commit crimes while out on bail bail (out) on bail the chance to stay out of prison until your trial |
| 29995 |
The judge is expected to refuse the suspect bail. bail refuse someone bail the chance to stay out of prison until your trial |
| 29996 |
Three of the youths were bailed. bail to allow someone to stay out of prison while they wait for their trial, after money has been paid as bail |
| 29997 |
They are attracting a lot of unwanted attention from the media. unwanted if something is unwanted, you do not want it |
| 29998 |
The result will only be more unwanted pregnancies. unwanted if something is unwanted, you do not want it |
| 29999 |
Delete any unwanted files. unwanted used about something that you no longer need |
| 30000 |
The saddest thing was that some children felt unwanted. unwanted not loved |
| 30001 |
A bomb was the only plausible explanation for the crash. plausible likely to be true |
| 30002 |
The story was plausible but that didn't necessarily mean it was true. plausible likely to be true |
| 30003 |
There no longer seem to be any plausible left-wing candidates left. plausible able to be considered seriously for a particular job or purpose |
| 30004 |
Where are you going on your honeymoon? honeymoon on (our their your etc) honeymoon a holiday that two people take after they get married |
| 30005 |
It seems that the new government's honeymoon is now over. honeymoon the beginning of a period of time, when everything is pleasant and people try not to criticize |
| 30006 |
They plan to honeymoon in Paris. honeymoon to go on a honeymoon |
| 30007 |
Both teams are strong in midfield. midfield in midfield the middle part of the field in football, hockey, and other games played with a ball |
| 30008 |
The look this year is soft and feminine. feminine having qualities that are traditionally considered to be typical of women, for example being gentle and delicate |
| 30009 |
Fresh flowers gave a feminine touch to the table. feminine having qualities that are traditionally considered to be typical of women, for example being gentle and delicate |
| 30010 |
conventional notions of feminine beauty feminine having qualities that are traditionally considered to be typical of women, for example being gentle and delicate |
| 30011 |
She was shocked by the cruelty of his words. cruelty behaviour that deliberately causes pain to other people or animals, or that makes them unhappy or upset |
| 30012 |
He is still haunted by the cruelties he witnessed during the war. cruelty behaviour that deliberately causes pain to other people or animals, or that makes them unhappy or upset |
| 30013 |
She divorced him on the grounds of mental cruelty. cruelty mental emotional cruelty behaviour that deliberately causes pain to other people or animals, or that makes them unhappy or upset |
| 30014 |
cruelty to children animals cruelty cruelty to behaviour that deliberately causes pain to other people or animals, or that makes them unhappy or upset |
| 30015 |
the cruelty of her untimely death cruelty the fact of an event or situation being unfair and causing suffering to people |
| 30016 |
abnormal behaviour abnormal not usual or typical, especially in a way that is worrying or that shows there may be something wrong or harmful |
| 30017 |
abnormal test results abnormal not usual or typical, especially in a way that is worrying or that shows there may be something wrong or harmful |
| 30018 |
abnormal eating habits abnormal not usual or typical, especially in a way that is worrying or that shows there may be something wrong or harmful |
| 30019 |
partial full nudity nudity the condition of not wearing clothes, or of not covering a part of the body that is traditionally covered when you are in public |
| 30020 |
the perfect symmetry of the designs symmetry the fact that something has two halves that are exactly the same |
| 30021 |
There's a certain symmetry in the careers of the two brothers. symmetry the quality of being similar or of balancing each other |
| 30022 |
rotten eggs fruit teeth rotten something that is rotten has decayed |
| 30023 |
I wish I could get rid of this rotten cough. rotten unpleasant |
| 30024 |
Poor thing, she must be having a rotten time just now. rotten unpleasant |
| 30025 |
They were really rotten to him! rotten be rotten to someone unpleasant |
| 30026 |
You rotten sod! rotten used about someone who has behaved in an unpleasant way |
| 30027 |
She's a rotten singer. rotten of a low quality, standard, or ability |
| 30028 |
I'm rotten at drawing. rotten be rotten at (doing) something of a low quality, standard, or ability |
| 30029 |
I didn't want the rotten job anyway! rotten used for emphasizing what you are saying, especially when you are angry or annoyed |
| 30030 |
I wouldn't take a penny of your rotten money! rotten used for emphasizing what you are saying, especially when you are angry or annoyed |
| 30031 |
I'm not getting up. I feel really rotten. rotten to feel ill |
| 30032 |
I felt rotten about telling him what they'd said. rotten feel rotten about (doing) something to feel sorry or guilty about something that you have done |
| 30033 |
She has a little dog and she spoils it rotten. rotten spoil someone rotten to let someone, especially a child, have or do whatever they want |
| 30034 |
an immoral and unprincipled decision immoral morally wrong |
| 30035 |
He believes it's immoral to kill animals for food. immoral morally wrong |
| 30036 |
The coastal region is prone to earthquakes. prone prone to likely to do something or be affected by something, especially something bad |
| 30037 |
He's prone to gain weight. prone prone to do something likely to do something or be affected by something, especially something bad |
| 30038 |
an injury-prone football player prone error- injury-prone likely to do something or be affected by something, especially something bad |
| 30039 |
a stubborn look voice stubborn showing that you are not willing to listen or to change what you think |
| 30040 |
Defenders of the city put up stubborn resistance. stubborn very difficult to change or to defeat |
| 30041 |
The proposed law is meeting stubborn opposition. stubborn very difficult to change or to defeat |
| 30042 |
a stubborn cold stubborn difficult to cure or remove |
| 30043 |
stubborn weeds stains stubborn difficult to cure or remove |
| 30044 |
They stubbornly refuse to admit there's a problem. stubborn |
| 30045 |
The claim is currently in litigation. litigation use of the legal system to settle a disagreement |
| 30046 |
Has the patient passed urine this morning? urine pass urine (=get rid of it from your body) liquid waste from a person's or animal's body |
| 30047 |
Urine samples from 50 athletes were tested for drugs. urine urine sample specimen (=a small amount of urine) liquid waste from a person's or animal's body |
| 30048 |
An army helicopter hovered overhead. hover if a bird, insect, or aircraft hovers, it keeps itself in the same position in the air |
| 30049 |
The waiter was hovering by their table. hover to stay somewhere because you are waiting to do something or because you cannot decide what to do |
| 30050 |
Her hand hovered over the phone for a couple of seconds. hover to stay somewhere because you are waiting to do something or because you cannot decide what to do |
| 30051 |
His girlfriend is hovering between life and death. hover hover between to be in a state or situation that may change at any time |
| 30052 |
Their total world sales hover around the 50,000,000 mark. hover hover around near to be at or near a particular level without changing much |
| 30053 |
Annabel was hovering on the brink of tears. hover hover on the brink edge verge of something to be very close to doing or experiencing something, especially something unpleasant |
| 30054 |
The tribes were easily conquered by the Persian armies. conquer to take control of land or people using soldiers |
| 30055 |
conquer a fear an addiction a disease conquer to gain control of a situation or emotion by making a great physical or mental effort |
| 30056 |
The climbers later conquered six more peaks. conquer to succeed in climbing a tall mountain |
| 30057 |
His gentle nature had conquered their hearts. conquer to earn the love, admiration, or respect of someone |
| 30058 |
They exchanged greetings and sat down. greeting something polite or friendly that you say or do when you meet someone |
| 30059 |
He came to meet her, his hands extended in greeting. greeting something polite or friendly that you say or do when you meet someone |
| 30060 |
birthday Christmas greetings greeting a friendly message sent to someone on their birthday, at Christmas etc |
| 30061 |
The company wanted to forge alliances with other motor manufacturers. forge to develop a successful relationship, especially in business or politics, with another country, organization, or person |
| 30062 |
During the 1970s, the US forged trade links with China. forge forge links to develop a successful relationship, especially in business or politics, with another country, organization, or person |
| 30063 |
She forged a new career as a poet and songwriter. forge to work hard to achieve something |
| 30064 |
Someone forged my signature. forge to illegally copy documents, paper money, or works of art with the intention of cheating people |
| 30065 |
The police are searching for stolen goods, forged passports, and drugs. forge to illegally copy documents, paper money, or works of art with the intention of cheating people |
| 30066 |
Napoleon's soldiers forged through the snow. forge forge on through to keep moving forwards, with a lot of difficulty |
| 30067 |
The hotel's facilities include a hairdressing salon and a children's playroom. salon a place where you can have your hair cut and styled |
| 30068 |
Rebel gunmen took up positions on rooftops as tanks entered the town. gunman someone who uses a gun when fighting or committing a crime |
| 30069 |
The gunmen ordered bank employees to lie on the floor. gunman someone who uses a gun when fighting or committing a crime |
| 30070 |
The ladder swayed precariously. sway to move or swing gently from side to side |
| 30071 |
Their bodies swayed to the music. sway to move or swing gently from side to side |
| 30072 |
She walked along, swaying her hips. sway to make something move or swing from side to side |
| 30073 |
Do not allow yourselves to be swayed by these arguments. sway to influence or change someone's opinion |
| 30074 |
the sway of the ship's mast sway a slow swinging movement from side to side |
| 30075 |
Moral arguments no longer seem to hold sway. sway to be the main influence on people's opinions or behaviour |
| 30076 |
Rebel forces still hold sway in the northern parts of the country. sway to control an area |
| 30077 |
People were increasingly under the sway of extremists. sway under someone's sway under someone's control or rule |
| 30078 |
He was fined for making an obscene gesture at the umpire. obscene offensive in a sexual way |
| 30079 |
obscene videos obscene offensive in a sexual way |
| 30080 |
The amount of money that top-class footballers earn is positively obscene. obscene so unfair or immoral that you feel angry |
| 30081 |
righteous people righteous morally good or correct, especially according to standards set by religion |
| 30082 |
a storm of righteous indignation from free-speech campaigners righteous righteous feelings are caused by a belief that you are right to feel angry, for example because of something bad or wrong |
| 30083 |
There's no point in moaning and groaning. moan to complain about something in an annoying way |
| 30084 |
Ben was moaning about his job again. moan moan about to complain about something in an annoying way |
| 30085 |
She moaned softly as he touched her. moan if someone moans, they make a long low sound because of pain, sadness, or pleasure |
| 30086 |
James continued to moan loudly as the pain intensified. moan if someone moans, they make a long low sound because of pain, sadness, or pleasure |
| 30087 |
I haven't got time to listen to your moans and groans. moan an annoying complaint, especially about something that is not important |
| 30088 |
They were sitting having a moan about the weather. moan have a moan (about someone something) (=complain about someone something) an annoying complaint, especially about something that is not important |
| 30089 |
She let out a low moan of anguish. moan a long low sound that you make because of pain, sadness, or pleasure |
| 30090 |
The goal was to increase military manpower. manpower all the people who are available to do a particular job or to work in a particular place. Some people avoid this word because they consider it offensive to women, and they use staff or personnel instead |
| 30091 |
Jane manifested an unwillingness to sit and talk to Lydia. manifest to show something such as a feeling or ability, so that it is easy to notice |
| 30092 |
Musical talent usually manifests itself in childhood. manifest manifest itself to become easy to notice |
| 30093 |
the programme's manifest weaknesses manifest obvious and easy to notice or understand |
| 30094 |
It was incredibly difficult to fit everyone in. incredibly extremely |
| 30095 |
Incredibly, his wife did not know the truth. incredibly used for saying that something is difficult to believe |
| 30096 |
It would be nice to show your gratitude every now and then. gratitude a feeling of being grateful to someone because they have given you something or have done something for you |
| 30097 |
We would like to express our gratitude to everyone. gratitude a feeling of being grateful to someone because they have given you something or have done something for you |
| 30098 |
I felt I owed a debt of gratitude to my old teacher. gratitude owe (someone) a debt of gratitude a feeling of being grateful to someone because they have given you something or have done something for you |
| 30099 |
Historically, relations between the two countries have never been good. historically used for saying that something has existed or happened for a long time |
| 30100 |
Her account of the period is historically accurate. historically in a way that is connected with places, events, or people that are recorded in history |
| 30101 |
historically valuable fossils historically in a way that is connected with places, events, or people that are recorded in history |
| 30102 |
the consensus approach to decision-making decision-making the process of deciding what to do about something, especially in an organization |
| 30103 |
Employees are now demanding greater involvement in the decision-making process. decision-making the process of deciding what to do about something, especially in an organization |
| 30104 |
Italian fans cheered wildly. wildly in an uncontrolled way |
| 30105 |
The dollar fluctuated wildly against the yen. wildly in an uncontrolled way |
| 30106 |
a wildly successful film wildly extremely: used for emphasizing what you are saying |
| 30107 |
The figures are wildly inaccurate. wildly extremely: used for emphasizing what you are saying |
| 30108 |
The book offers advice on choosing fabrics, furniture, and accessories. accessory additional objects, equipment, decorations etc that make something more useful or attractive |
| 30109 |
car kitchen computer accessories accessory additional objects, equipment, decorations etc that make something more useful or attractive |
| 30110 |
He was sentenced for being an accessory to the murder. accessory accessory to someone who helps a criminal, for example by hiding them from the police. An accessory before the fact helps before the crime. An accessory after the fact helps after the crime |
| 30111 |
a categorical assurance statement categorical clear and definite about what you mean |
| 30112 |
a tie with wide diagonal stripes diagonal in a straight sloping line across a surface |
| 30113 |
Fold the napkin diagonally to make a triangle. diagonal |
| 30114 |
Come on, kids – it's bedtime! bedtime the time you usually go to bed |
| 30115 |
I stayed up long past my bedtime. bedtime the time you usually go to bed |
| 30116 |
He was telling his son a bedtime story. bedtime the time you usually go to bed |
| 30117 |
It is simply perverse to refuse a perfectly safe treatment. perverse determined to behave in an unreasonable way, especially by doing the opposite of what is expected or wanted |
| 30118 |
He came to California after a brief stint as a waiter in New York. stint a period of time spent doing something |
| 30119 |
Mike certainly doesn't stint on the wine in his cooking. stint stint on to use enough, or more than enough, of something |
| 30120 |
vine leaves vine the plant on which grapes grow |
| 30121 |
a field of vines vine the plant on which grapes grow |
| 30122 |
a local youth group affiliated to the Labour Party affiliate to be officially connected with a larger organization or group |
| 30123 |
an affiliated company corporation trade union affiliate |
| 30124 |
Forensic experts searched the house. forensic relating to the use of scientific methods to solve crimes and to find out who committed them |
| 30125 |
His defence team had come up with new forensic evidence. forensic forensic evidence relating to the use of scientific methods to solve crimes and to find out who committed them |
| 30126 |
forensic debates forensic relating to lawyers or law courts |
| 30127 |
Take care, sweetheart. sweetheart used for talking to someone who you love |
| 30128 |
'I make films, sweetheart. That's my job.' sweetheart used especially by men for talking to a woman whose name they do not know. Many women find this use offensive |
| 30129 |
He's a real sweetheart. sweetheart a kind and helpful person |
| 30130 |
We were childhood sweethearts. sweetheart your girlfriend, or your boyfriend |
| 30131 |
5 metres in breadth breadth the distance from one side of an object to the other |
| 30132 |
The aim of these changes is to give the curriculum more breadth. breadth the fact that something includes a wide range of different things or ideas |
| 30133 |
The really impressive thing about this album is the breadth of her musical influences. breadth breadth of the fact that something includes a wide range of different things or ideas |
| 30134 |
The book demonstrates a remarkable breadth of knowledge. breadth the fact that something includes a wide range of different things or ideas |
| 30135 |
a dope dealer dope an illegal drug, especially cannabis |
| 30136 |
What's the dope on Kate's new boyfriend? dope dope on all the information or latest news about someone or something |
| 30137 |
They've doped her quite heavily because she was in such pain. dope to give someone a drug to take away their pain or to make them sleep |
| 30138 |
Tests revealed that the horse had been doped. dope to give a person or an animal a drug so that they run faster in a race |
| 30139 |
Terrorists hijacked the plane, ordering the pilot to fly to Tripoli. hijack to illegally take control of a vehicle, especially a plane, using violence or threats |
| 30140 |
Environmentalists were accused of hijacking the rally to promote their own aims. hijack to take control of an organization or activity and use it for your own purposes |
| 30141 |
My husband's upbringing was completely different from mine. upbringing the way that parents look after their children and teach them to behave |
| 30142 |
a communal kitchen garden stairway communal owned or used by everyone in a group, especially a group of people who live in the same building |
| 30143 |
By law a harbour pilot must be on board to navigate the ship into port. navigate to choose a path so that a ship, plane, or car can go in a particular direction, especially by using maps or instruments |
| 30144 |
You drive and I'll navigate. navigate to choose a path so that a ship, plane, or car can go in a particular direction, especially by using maps or instruments |
| 30145 |
It isn't easy navigating mountain roads in the fog. navigate to find and follow a path through a difficult place |
| 30146 |
software that makes it easier to navigate the Internet navigate to find and follow a path through a difficult place |
| 30147 |
There's no one I trust more to navigate these tricky political situations. navigate to deal effectively with a complicated situation |
| 30148 |
The office computer system is hopelessly outdated. outdated old and no longer suitable for modern purposes, methods, or situations |
| 30149 |
outdated ideas about the family outdated old and no longer suitable for modern purposes, methods, or situations |
| 30150 |
It may be prudent to get some expert advice. prudent careful, and using good judgment |
| 30151 |
The country's leaders are calling for prudence and moderation. prudent |
| 30152 |
a beige jacket beige very pale brown in colour |
| 30153 |
a jacket made from coarse grey cloth coarse a coarse substance or surface feels rough and hard |
| 30154 |
the coarse outer leaves of the cabbage coarse a coarse substance or surface feels rough and hard |
| 30155 |
coarse sand coarse consisting of large or thick pieces |
| 30156 |
coarse-grained mustard coarse consisting of large or thick pieces |
| 30157 |
They objected to his coarse language. coarse rude and offensive |
| 30158 |
pea pods pod the long narrow part of a bean plant or similar plant that holds the seeds |
| 30159 |
chilli pods pod the long narrow part of a bean plant or similar plant that holds the seeds |
| 30160 |
the royal crest crest a design used as the symbol of a town, institution, or family of high social class |
| 30161 |
We seem to have been riding on the crest of a wave since the election. crest on the crest of a wave enjoying a period of great success or popularity |
| 30162 |
This negative attitude is surprisingly prevalent among young boys. prevalent very common in a particular place or among a particular group |
| 30163 |
the prevalent diseases in Western society prevalent very common in a particular place or among a particular group |
| 30164 |
The family had a large fortune squirrelled away. squirrel squirrel away to put something away in a secret place, especially money |
| 30165 |
an ultra-modern kitchen ultra- extremely: used with many adjectives |
| 30166 |
an ultra-cautious approach ultra- extremely: used with many adjectives |
| 30167 |
ultra-right-wing organizations ultra- extremely: used with many adjectives |
| 30168 |
ultra-short radio waves ultra- outside a particular range: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 30169 |
Revolutions come in many guises. guise the way that someone or something appears to people |
| 30170 |
This is a country where reporters have to visit in the guise of tourists. guise under in the guise of looking like someone or something else, or pretending to be them |
| 30171 |
a jade necklace jade a hard green substance used for making jewellery and art objects |
| 30172 |
A veil of secrecy has been thrown over the final preparations. veil a veil of secrecy ignorance silence a lack of knowledge or information that prevents you from discovering the truth |
| 30173 |
Both sides sought to draw a veil over the argument. veil draw a veil over something to avoid talking about something because it is embarrassing or unpleasant |
| 30174 |
The origins of the society are veiled in secrecy. veil veiled in secrecy mystery not known about by many people |
| 30175 |
The possible benefits outweigh the risks involved. outweigh to be more important, useful, or valuable than something else |
| 30176 |
Laura desperately tried to think of a ploy to delay his departure. ploy a way of tricking or confusing someone in order to get an advantage or to make them do what you want |
| 30177 |
a sad haunting melody melody a tune or song, especially a simple one |
| 30178 |
the melody of her laughter melody a beautiful quality that reminds you of music |
| 30179 |
a pearl gold necklace necklace a piece of jewellery that hangs round your neck |
| 30180 |
a necklace of glass beads necklace necklace of a piece of jewellery that hangs round your neck |
| 30181 |
a poultry farm poultry birds such as chickens that are used for meat or eggs |
| 30182 |
You can shack up with my sister until you find your own place. shack to live or stay in a place for a short time |
| 30183 |
She's being touted as a possible challenger for the title. tout be touted as something to praise someone or something because you want other people to think they are good or important |
| 30184 |
street vendors touting for business tout tout for business trade custom to try to persuade people to buy something by telling them about it, especially loudly and in public |
| 30185 |
The 15-year-old schoolgirl is being groomed for stardom. groom to prepare someone for a particular job or activity by giving them special training and attention |
| 30186 |
I've made a vow that I'm going to study harder. vow make a vow (that) a serious promise |
| 30187 |
Nuns must take a vow of chastity. vow take a vow (of something) a serious promise |
| 30188 |
The couple exchanged vows in a simple church ceremony. vow exchange vows a set of promises that people make to each other, for example during a wedding ceremony |
| 30189 |
The president has vowed to help the earthquake victims. vow vow to do something to promise that you will do something |
| 30190 |
I vowed that I would never gamble again. vow vow (that) to promise that you will do something |
| 30191 |
psychobiology (=the study of the relationship between a person's mind and their body) psycho- connected with your mind: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 30192 |
a legal system that has been emulated all over the world emulate to try to be like someone or something else, usually because you admire them |
| 30193 |
With eyesight as poor as mine, faces blur into featureless ovals. blur if a thing blurs, or if something blurs it, it becomes difficult to see it clearly, often because its edges are not clear |
| 30194 |
The paper had got wet and blurred the ink. blur if a thing blurs, or if something blurs it, it becomes difficult to see it clearly, often because its edges are not clear |
| 30195 |
Their adverts blur the line between art and advertising. blur blur the line difference distinction between if the difference between two things blurs, or if something blurs it, they become more similar, so that you are no longer sure that they are clearly different |
| 30196 |
Childhood recollections had blurred into a mix of reality and fantasy. blur if something such as a memory or an idea has blurred, or if something has blurred it, it is no longer clear in your mind |
| 30197 |
The racing cars moved past us in a blur. blur in a blur a shape that is difficult to see clearly, for example because it is moving very fast |
| 30198 |
a blur of activity movement blur blur of a shape that is difficult to see clearly, for example because it is moving very fast |
| 30199 |
I remember a big house, but the rest of it is just a blur. blur something such as a thought or memory that is not very clear in your mind |
| 30200 |
a large building shaped like a cone cone an object with a circular base that rises to a point. Something in the shape of a cone is conical |
| 30201 |
a tower with a cone-shaped roof cone an object with a circular base that rises to a point. Something in the shape of a cone is conical |
| 30202 |
an ice-cream cone cone a cone shape that you put ice cream in and eat |
| 30203 |
a pine cone cone the fruit of a pine tree |
| 30204 |
Police coned off the accident site. cone cone off to put traffic cones across a road in order to prevent traffic from going along the road |
| 30205 |
It's his deputy who really holds the reins of power. rein the reins of power government state control of a company, government, or organization |
| 30206 |
Hiroshi Okuda took over the reins of Toyota in August 1995. rein hand take over the reins (=give someone control of something or take control of it) control of a company, government, or organization |
| 30207 |
the designers who hold the creative reins at Dior fashion house rein hold the reins (=be the person who controls something) control of a company, government, or organization |
| 30208 |
She could not resist finally giving rein to her anger. rein give (full) rein to something give something (full) rein to let your imagination or feelings develop in an uncontrolled way |
| 30209 |
France has asked its EU partners to rein in their criticism of nuclear testing. rein to limit or control something that has developed too much or has continued for too long |
| 30210 |
a reputable company manufacturer reputable generally considered to be honest and reliable |
| 30211 |
an abbreviated version of the text abbreviated shorter because some parts have been removed |
| 30212 |
Ali was mobbed by adoring crowds chanting his name. chant to keep shouting or singing a word or phrase many times |
| 30213 |
The 60,000 crowd set up a chant of 'Go! Go! Go!' chant a word or phrase that people keep shouting or singing many times |
| 30214 |
a Buddhist chant chant a piece of religious music sung using a very limited range of notes, or music of this type |
| 30215 |
Supermarkets can undercut small shops by as much as 50%. undercut to sell something at a cheaper price than another company or shop |
| 30216 |
an aerosol can spray aerosol a container in which a liquid such as paint or perfume is kept under high pressure so that it can be sprayed (=forced out in very small drops) |
| 30217 |
the steel barons baron a powerful person in a particular type of business |
| 30218 |
He was accused of obtaining money by deception. deception the act of tricking someone by telling them something that is not true |
| 30219 |
He is one of Britain's most eminent scientists. eminent important, respected, and admired |
| 30220 |
attacks by religious fanatics fanatic someone who has very strong religious or political beliefs that often make them behave in an unreasonable way |
| 30221 |
Ask George, he's a film fanatic. fanatic a film football crossword fanatic someone who likes a sport or activity very much |
| 30222 |
a hesitant smile hesitant doing something slowly or pausing before you do it, because you are nervous, embarrassed, or worried |
| 30223 |
Many witnesses are still hesitant to come forward. hesitant doing something slowly or pausing before you do it, because you are nervous, embarrassed, or worried |
| 30224 |
I'm sorry you've been lumbered with all the dirty jobs. lumber lumber someone with to give someone a job or responsibility that they do not want |
| 30225 |
A short break would pep you up. pep pep up to make someone or something more active and lively |
| 30226 |
We need to look at ways of pepping up the economy. pep pep up to make someone or something more active and lively |
| 30227 |
a psychotic murderer psychotic someone who is psychotic behaves in a dangerous or violent way because they have a serious mental illness |
| 30228 |
psychotic symptoms psychotic someone who is psychotic behaves in a dangerous or violent way because they have a serious mental illness |
| 30229 |
We hope that world leaders can agree on a plan to safeguard the environment. safeguard to protect something or someone from being harmed or having problems |
| 30230 |
The company was blamed for failing to safeguard workers against dangerous chemicals. safeguard safeguard someone something against something to protect something or someone from being harmed or having problems |
| 30231 |
As a safeguard, you should always carry a torch in your car. safeguard a law, rule, plan etc that protects someone or something from harm or problems |
| 30232 |
The act was originally passed as a safeguard against tax evasion. safeguard a law, rule, plan etc that protects someone or something from harm or problems |
| 30233 |
a packet of stale biscuits stale stale food such as bread is old and no longer fresh |
| 30234 |
Wrap the bread up well or it'll go stale. stale get go stale stale food such as bread is old and no longer fresh |
| 30235 |
stale air stale used for describing something that does not smell fresh or pleasant |
| 30236 |
stale cigarette smoke stale used for describing something that does not smell fresh or pleasant |
| 30237 |
stale news jokes ideas stale not new, original, or interesting |
| 30238 |
He was getting stale and wanted a new job. stale get go stale if you are stale, you have done something so often that you can no longer do it well or be interested in it |
| 30239 |
They spoke of the old man with reverence. reverence a strong feeling of respect and admiration for someone or something |
| 30240 |
a reverence for tradition reverence reverence for a strong feeling of respect and admiration for someone or something |
| 30241 |
A massive public outcry followed the revelations of ballot-rigging. outcry an angry expression of protest or shock by a lot of people, as a reaction to something that someone has done or to something that has happened |
| 30242 |
The cuts provoked an outcry against the government. outcry outcry against an angry expression of protest or shock by a lot of people, as a reaction to something that someone has done or to something that has happened |
| 30243 |
Remove the stain by carefully dabbing it with a cloth. dab to touch a surface gently several times with something such as a piece of cloth, in order to make it clean or dry |
| 30244 |
Marge dabbed at her eyes with a handkerchief. dab dab at to touch a surface gently several times with something such as a piece of cloth, in order to make it clean or dry |
| 30245 |
Dab some lotion onto the affected area. dab to quickly put small amounts of a substance on a surface |
| 30246 |
We sprawled in front of the fire and watched TV. sprawl to sit or lie with your arms and legs stretched out in different directions in a relaxed or careless way |
| 30247 |
The suburbs sprawl across two hilltops. sprawl used about buildings that fill an area in an ugly way that has not been carefully planned |
| 30248 |
urban sprawl sprawl a part of a town or city that starts to spread into the countryside in a way that is ugly and not carefully planned |
| 30249 |
He had been feeling very dissatisfied with his life in recent months. dissatisfied dissatisfied with annoyed because something is not as good as you expected it to be |
| 30250 |
He made no secret of his disapproval of the way the affair was handled. disapproval disapproval of a feeling of not approving of someone or something |
| 30251 |
Dr Jensen shook her head in disapproval. disapproval in with disapproval a feeling of not approving of someone or something |
| 30252 |
My suggestion met with a chorus of disapproval. disapproval a chorus of disapproval (=a lot of people saying that they disapprove of something) a feeling of not approving of someone or something |
| 30253 |
Armstrong revved the engine and drove off. rev if you rev an engine, or if it revs, you press the accelerator with your foot when the vehicle is not moving in order to make the engine operate faster |
| 30254 |
MIA is an abbreviation for 'Missing in Action'. abbreviation a short form of a word or phrase |
| 30255 |
the optic nerve optic relating to the eyes |
| 30256 |
an errant husband errant behaving in a way that is bad or wrong |
| 30257 |
an errant missile errant travelling in the wrong direction |
| 30258 |
He had his hands cuffed behind his back. cuff to handcuff someone |
| 30259 |
These people seem to equate honesty with weakness. equate equate something with to something to consider something to be the same as something else |
| 30260 |
Don't make the mistake of equating high test scores and intelligence. equate equate something and something to consider something to be the same as something else |
| 30261 |
Market rates don't always equate with reasonable prices. equate equate with to to be the same as something |
| 30262 |
a bishop's purple robes robe a long loose piece of clothing, worn by an important person such as a priest during an official ceremony |
| 30263 |
The King was robed in a gold and pearl cape. robe robe in to wear a robe or other special clothes |
| 30264 |
Police are trying to unravel the mystery of their sudden disappearance. unravel to understand something complicated by thinking about it for a long time |
| 30265 |
There were worries that the peace process was beginning to unravel. unravel if a process or project unravels, it begins to fail |
| 30266 |
He turned up just like the proverbial bad penny. proverbial used when you are describing something with an expression from a proverb |
| 30267 |
the proverbial veteran actor Kirk Douglas proverbial well known, or typical |
| 30268 |
apple blossom blossom a flower on a tree, or all the flowers on a tree |
| 30269 |
By March, the cherry trees are in blossom. blossom in blossom (=covered with flowers) a flower on a tree, or all the flowers on a tree |
| 30270 |
Their romance blossomed on a trip to Key West. blossom to develop and become more successful |
| 30271 |
The town has blossomed into the country's most popular beach resort. blossom blossom into to develop and become more successful |
| 30272 |
a rotary mower rotary with parts that turn around a fixed point |
| 30273 |
He sensed a feeling of profound sorrow in her voice. sorrow great sadness |
| 30274 |
Joe's colleagues expressed sorrow at his tragic death. sorrow sorrow at about great sadness |
| 30275 |
They've had their share of sorrows. sorrow an event or problem that makes someone feel very sad |
| 30276 |
She shouted at her son more in sorrow than in anger. sorrow more in sorrow than in anger in a way that expresses sadness rather than anger |
| 30277 |
a local painter selling his wares to tourists ware goods that someone is selling, especially at a market or on the street |
| 30278 |
stoneware #NAME? used with some nouns to make nouns describing objects made of a particular material |
| 30279 |
kitchenware #NAME? used with some nouns to make nouns describing objects that you use for a particular purpose or in a particular place |
| 30280 |
cookware #NAME? used with some nouns to make nouns describing objects that you use for a particular purpose or in a particular place |
| 30281 |
a freakish sense of humour freakish not normal or natural |
| 30282 |
freakish weather freakish not normal or natural |
| 30283 |
Bill kept a constant vigil by his wife's bed during her illness. vigil a period of time, especially at night, when you stay in a place to wait for something or to give your support to someone |
| 30284 |
About 50 people held a candlelight vigil outside the prison. vigil a quiet political protest held at night |
| 30285 |
The rejection filled him with anguish. anguish a feeling of great physical or emotional pain |
| 30286 |
Mornington Crescent crescent a curved street. Used especially in street names |
| 30287 |
Far from resting on his laurels, multi-millionaire Montgomerie wants more. laurel rest on your laurels to be satisfied with your achievements and do nothing to achieve more |
| 30288 |
Her first novel was largely autobiographical. autobiographical relating to someone's life or autobiography |
| 30289 |
It was a colossal waste of money. colossal extremely great or large |
| 30290 |
a colossal achievement colossal extremely great or large |
| 30291 |
a colossal animal colossal extremely great or large |
| 30292 |
Pulsars emit radiation. emit to send something out into the air, especially gas, light, or heat |
| 30293 |
He emitted a low moan. emit to make a sound |
| 30294 |
It was very considerate of you to include me. considerate thinking about the feelings and needs of other people |
| 30295 |
The loan offer is due to expire this week. expire if an agreement, offer, or official document expires, the period of time during which it exists or can be used comes to an end |
| 30296 |
Your contract expires at the end of the month. expire expire on at if an agreement, offer, or official document expires, the period of time during which it exists or can be used comes to an end |
| 30297 |
My passport expires in a month. expire expire in if an agreement, offer, or official document expires, the period of time during which it exists or can be used comes to an end |
| 30298 |
This week has been really hectic. hectic full of busy activity |
| 30299 |
hectic trading on the stock exchange hectic full of busy activity |
| 30300 |
We are mourning the loss of our close friend. mourn to feel extremely sad because someone has died, and to express this in public |
| 30301 |
Many came to mourn their friend. mourn to feel extremely sad because someone has died, and to express this in public |
| 30302 |
He still mourns for his brother. mourn mourn for to feel extremely sad because someone has died, and to express this in public |
| 30303 |
The town is mourning the loss of its most beautiful building. mourn to be sad or disappointed because something no longer exists or is not as good as it was in the past |
| 30304 |
petty quarrels quarrel an argument, especially one about something unimportant between people who know each other well |
| 30305 |
We had the usual family quarrel about who should take the dog out. quarrel quarrel about over an argument, especially one about something unimportant between people who know each other well |
| 30306 |
He's had another quarrel with Jamie. quarrel quarrel with an argument, especially one about something unimportant between people who know each other well |
| 30307 |
We have no quarrel with the people of the United States. quarrel a reason for not being friendly or for not agreeing with someone |
| 30308 |
I hate quarrelling with you. quarrel quarrel with to have an argument |
| 30309 |
They quarrelled over the money. quarrel quarrel about over to have an argument |
| 30310 |
the endowment of a Professorship at Oxford endowment the act of giving money to a school, hospital, or other institution |
| 30311 |
Last week he revisited his old neighbourhood. revisit to visit a place or situation that you have been in before |
| 30312 |
I think that's a subject which will have to be revisited. revisit to consider or discuss something again |
| 30313 |
I could see them through the slit in the curtains. slit a long narrow space in something |
| 30314 |
a skirt with a slit up the side slit a long narrow space in something |
| 30315 |
Make a slit in the top of the pie before baking. slit a long thin cut |
| 30316 |
She grabbed the envelope and slit it open. slit slit something open to make a long thin cut in something |
| 30317 |
Their throats had been slit. slit slit someone's throat (=kill them by cutting their throat with a knife) to make a long thin cut in something |
| 30318 |
He handed the case down to one of his subordinate officers. subordinate having less power or authority than someone else |
| 30319 |
All members of the committee are subordinate to the chairman. subordinate subordinate to having less power or authority than someone else |
| 30320 |
One or two subordinate questions arose during our discussions. subordinate less important than something else |
| 30321 |
In this business everything is subordinate to making a profit. subordinate subordinate to less important than something else |
| 30322 |
He never won the respect of his subordinates. subordinate someone who has less power or authority than someone else |
| 30323 |
He's a well-known tax dodger. dodger tax fare etc dodger someone who illegally avoids paying something such as a tax or a rail or bus fare |
| 30324 |
fare dodgers on the underground dodger tax fare etc dodger someone who illegally avoids paying something such as a tax or a rail or bus fare |
| 30325 |
Public discontent with the government is growing. discontent discontent with the unhappy feeling that you have when you are not satisfied with something |
| 30326 |
The judge was lenient with her as this was her first offence. lenient lenient with if a person or system is lenient, they punish someone less severely than they could |
| 30327 |
The prosecution complained that Gutierrez's sentence was far too lenient. lenient used about the punishment itself |
| 30328 |
The British electorate is looking for moderation and cooperation. moderation opinions and actions, especially in politics, that are reasonable and not extreme |
| 30329 |
a kind plump woman plump slightly fat, in a pleasant way. This word is often used to avoid saying fat, which is not considered polite |
| 30330 |
plump fingers plump slightly fat, in a pleasant way. This word is often used to avoid saying fat, which is not considered polite |
| 30331 |
plump strawberries plump large and round in an attractive way |
| 30332 |
a plump pillow plump large and round in an attractive way |
| 30333 |
She went round the room plumping up the cushions. plump to hit something such as a pillow or cushion gently in order to make it return to its full shape |
| 30334 |
Sally plumped the box on the table and left. plump to put something carelessly but gently down on a surface |
| 30335 |
Higher up the mountain, houses became sparse. sparse existing in small amounts, or a large distance apart |
| 30336 |
a sparsely populated country sparse |
| 30337 |
The job involves strenuous work and long hours. strenuous a strenuous activity is one in which it is necessary for you to use a lot of effort, energy, or strength |
| 30338 |
strenuous exercise strenuous a strenuous activity is one in which it is necessary for you to use a lot of effort, energy, or strength |
| 30339 |
strenuous opposition objections strenuous determined |
| 30340 |
strenuous diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict strenuous determined |
| 30341 |
Why don't you telephone the theatre and inquire about tickets? inquire inquire about to ask someone for information about something |
| 30342 |
I am writing to inquire whether you have any positions available. inquire inquire whether why when etc to ask someone for information about something |
| 30343 |
May I inquire why you wish to speak to him? inquire to ask someone for information about something |
| 30344 |
Try not to deviate too much from the script. deviate to start doing something different from what is expected or agreed |
| 30345 |
veteran British rocker Eric Clapton rocker someone who plays or likes rock music |
| 30346 |
Bathe the wound gently. bathe to cover a part of your body with a liquid, usually to clean or treat a cut |
| 30347 |
The valley was bathed in warm light. bathe be bathed in something to fill an area with light |
| 30348 |
She felt that all the dice were loaded against her. dice the dice are loaded against someone used for saying that it is very likely that something will not happen |
| 30349 |
the gas brake pedal pedal a part that you push with your foot in order to operate a bicycle, vehicle, or machine |
| 30350 |
He began pedalling home as fast as he could. pedal to move a bicycle by pushing the pedals |
| 30351 |
Reverend Timms preached a powerful sermon on forgiveness. sermon a speech made by a priest or religious leader, especially as part of a religious ceremony |
| 30352 |
He recited his poem in front of the whole school. recite to say a poem or story that you have learnt to an audience |
| 30353 |
You'll find some of the references on the handout. handout a piece of paper with information on it that is given to everyone in a group, especially a class of students |
| 30354 |
He's forty and still living on handouts from his parents. handout an amount of money or goods given to people who need them |
| 30355 |
The medicine made him wrinkle up his nose in disgust. wrinkle to move part of your face, especially your nose, so that small lines appear on it |
| 30356 |
Teachers feel that they have fallen in public esteem in recent years. esteem a feeling of admiration and respect for someone |
| 30357 |
She has always been held in high esteem by fellow actors. esteem hold someone in high esteem a feeling of admiration and respect for someone |
| 30358 |
You're trying to flatter me, and it won't work. flatter to praise someone in order to get something that you want, especially in a way that is not sincere |
| 30359 |
He liked to flatter himself that she was in love with him. flatter flatter yourself to persuade yourself that you are better, more attractive, more important etc than you are |
| 30360 |
This jumper itches. itch if a piece of clothing itches, it gives you an unpleasant feeling that makes you want to scratch your skin |
| 30361 |
I was itching to get into the kitchen, to try out some of these recipes. itch be itching for something to do something to feel very impatient because you want to do something immediately |
| 30362 |
I still get the itch to pack a bag and just drive off. itch have get the itch to do something a feeling of wanting something |
| 30363 |
a short story competition designed to encourage budding authors budding at the very beginning of a career in writing, acting, politics etc and likely to be successful at it |
| 30364 |
budding export markets budding just beginning or developing |
| 30365 |
a pair of scissors scissors a tool for cutting paper, consisting of two blades joined in a cross that you open and shut like jaws |
| 30366 |
Just sling all that stuff on the floor. sling to throw something somewhere with force or in a careless way |
| 30367 |
He slung out all her old magazines. sling sling out (=throw away) to throw something somewhere with force or in a careless way |
| 30368 |
He stood up, slinging his jacket over one shoulder. sling sling something over something to put something somewhere so that it is wrapped round something or hangs down |
| 30369 |
He noticed the binoculars slung round my neck. sling sling something round something to put something somewhere so that it is wrapped round something or hangs down |
| 30370 |
They might sling you in prison if you misbehave. sling to force someone to go somewhere |
| 30371 |
He was slung out of the army in 1998. sling to force someone to go somewhere |
| 30372 |
a revolving shelf stage restaurant revolving turning in a circle around a central point |
| 30373 |
He gave his hair a quick comb. comb the process of making your hair tidy with a comb |
| 30374 |
I didn't even have time to comb my hair. comb to make your hair tidy with a comb |
| 30375 |
Dozens of officers combed the area with search dogs. comb to search a place thoroughly |
| 30376 |
Champagne corks popped as we celebrated our victory. cork an object used for blocking the hole in a bottle, especially a bottle of wine. Corks are made of cork or sometimes plastic. You use a corkscrew to remove them |
| 30377 |
cork floor tiles cork a light substance forming the bark (=outer covering) of a tree called the cork oak |
| 30378 |
I can't remember any of their names offhand. offhand immediately and without checking the details or facts |
| 30379 |
freshly painted woodwork woodwork the wooden parts of a house or room, for example the doors, the frames around windows etc |
| 30380 |
McLean's shot struck the woodwork. woodwork the frame of a goal, especially in football |
| 30381 |
After his lottery win, several old friends came crawling out of the woodwork. woodwork come crawl out of the woodwork to suddenly appear after a long time, especially for unpleasant reasons |
| 30382 |
Brenton was crying and she could do nothing to console him. console to try to make someone feel better when they are unhappy or disappointed |
| 30383 |
Harry consoled himself with the thought that he had at least solved part of the mystery. console to try to make someone feel better when they are unhappy or disappointed |
| 30384 |
a games console console a small piece of electronic equipment that you connect to a screen, used for playing video games |
| 30385 |
John breathed an inward sigh of relief. inward felt or experienced in your own mind but not obvious to other people |
| 30386 |
inward migration inward going towards the inside or centre of something |
| 30387 |
a currant bun bun a small round cake, especially with a sweet sticky surface |
| 30388 |
a burger in a bun bun a small round piece of bread |
| 30389 |
She's been invited to audition for the part. audition audition for to perform at an audition |
| 30390 |
Jack has always got a mobile phone clamped to his ear. clamp clamp something to around on something to put or hold something firmly in position |
| 30391 |
The animal's jaws clamped on the stick as I tried to beat it off. clamp clamp to around on if something clamps to, around, or on another thing, it attaches itself there firmly |
| 30392 |
I sent the photos back to the lab to be enlarged. enlarge to make something bigger |
| 30393 |
The company has built an additional factory to enlarge its operations. enlarge to make something bigger |
| 30394 |
Children always grumble about school dinners. grumble grumble about something to complain, especially continuously and about unimportant things |
| 30395 |
She grumbles at her employees over the slightest thing. grumble grumble at to complain, especially continuously and about unimportant things |
| 30396 |
He grumbled that it was Saturday night and he had nothing to do. grumble grumble that to complain, especially continuously and about unimportant things |
| 30397 |
'This house is a mess,' grumbled his mother. grumble to say something in a complaining way |
| 30398 |
grumbling subway trains grumble to make a low continuous sound |
| 30399 |
'How did you sleep?''Oh, not too bad. Mustn't grumble.' grumble (I) mustn't shouldn't grumble used as a reply to someone who asks you whether you are well, for saying that you feel all right |
| 30400 |
My only grumble is that the system is a bit slow. grumble a minor complaint about something |
| 30401 |
the grumble of water pipes grumble a low continuous sound |
| 30402 |
Why is that woman lurking around? lurk to wait, sometimes hiding, in order to frighten, annoy, or attack someone |
| 30403 |
I saw someone lurking behind the bushes and ran. lurk to wait, sometimes hiding, in order to frighten, annoy, or attack someone |
| 30404 |
That night, danger seemed to lurk behind every tree. lurk if something lurks, it is likely to threaten, harm, or upset you |
| 30405 |
Her feelings for him are such a muddle. muddle a confused situation or condition |
| 30406 |
She died leaving her financial affairs in a muddle. muddle in a muddle a confused situation or condition |
| 30407 |
Sorry – there's been a bit of a muddle. muddle a mistake caused by a confused situation |
| 30408 |
His business files were muddled up with his personal files. muddle to put things into an untidy state or the wrong order |
| 30409 |
I'm sorry, but I get your names muddled. muddle get someone something muddled to think that someone or something is another person or thing as a result of a mistake |
| 30410 |
a force nine gale (=a very strong gale) gale a very strong wind |
| 30411 |
It's blowing a gale (=there is a strong wind). gale a very strong wind |
| 30412 |
Gales of laughter floated up from the flat below. gale a sudden loud noise of people laughing |
| 30413 |
What a horrid thing to say! horrid extremely unpleasant |
| 30414 |
Tom's always being horrid to me. horrid extremely unpleasant |
| 30415 |
The boys are always up to some mischief or other. mischief be up to get up to mischief (=do something bad) behaviour or play, especially of children, that causes trouble but not serious harm to other people |
| 30416 |
He got into mischief the moment he left school. mischief get into mischief (=start behaving badly) behaviour or play, especially of children, that causes trouble but not serious harm to other people |
| 30417 |
The work will keep you out of mischief. mischief keep (someone) out of mischief (=stop (someone) behaving badly) behaviour or play, especially of children, that causes trouble but not serious harm to other people |
| 30418 |
He could see mischief in her eyes. mischief the feeling of wanting to cause trouble in order to have fun |
| 30419 |
The newspapers were accused of making mischief. mischief make mischief trouble or disagreement that someone deliberately causes |
| 30420 |
I would have done myself a mischief if I'd carried on. mischief do someone yourself a mischief to injure someone or yourself |
| 30421 |
a cubic metre centimetre cubic cubic units are used for measuring volume (=the amount of space in an object) |
| 30422 |
cubic capacity cubic measured in cubic units |
| 30423 |
The grey horse came trotting gracefully across the field. trot if a horse or other animal trots, it moves more quickly than when walking but does not run |
| 30424 |
We trotted towards the first fence. trot to ride on a horse that is trotting |
| 30425 |
He hurried off, his assistants trotting after him. trot trot into along after etc to walk with short quick steps |
| 30426 |
The horse slowed to a trot. trot the speed of a horse or other animal when it moves more quickly than when walking but does not run |
| 30427 |
a trot around the park trot a ride on a horse that is trotting |
| 30428 |
He set off at a trot. trot the speed of someone walking with short quick steps |
| 30429 |
When he saw us, he broke into a brisk trot. trot break into a trot (=start walking faster so that you are trotting) the speed of someone walking with short quick steps |
| 30430 |
Simpson hoped his bad trot was about to end. trot a period of time in which you have a particular kind of luck |
| 30431 |
We've lost five games on the trot. trot one after the other |
| 30432 |
I've been on the trot all morning. trot busy doing something tiring |
| 30433 |
She issued a writ against the newspaper. writ issue serve a writ against to give someone a writ |
| 30434 |
He was served with a writ for the return of the letters. writ issue serve a writ for to give someone a writ |
| 30435 |
Surprise was writ large on her face. writ clear to almost anyone |
| 30436 |
The soft earth of the riverbank crumbled under his feet. crumble to break something into very small pieces, or to be broken into very small pieces |
| 30437 |
Crumble the biscuits over the fruit mixture. crumble to break something into very small pieces, or to be broken into very small pieces |
| 30438 |
Part of the roof had rotted away and the exposed plaster was beginning to crumble. crumble if something hard such as stone or a brick crumbles or crumbles away, parts of it fall off because it is very old or damaged |
| 30439 |
My determination crumbled as soon as I saw her. crumble to stop existing or being effective |
| 30440 |
The government seemed powerless to prevent its weak economy from crumbling further. crumble to stop existing or being effective |
| 30441 |
apple blackberry crumble crumble a sweet food made from pieces of fruit covered with a mixture of flour, butter, and sugar, and baked in an oven |
| 30442 |
He was accused of dragging politics into the gutter. gutter the lowest level of moral standards |
| 30443 |
the constant interchange of religious and cultural ideas interchange interchange of an exchange of things such as ideas or information |
| 30444 |
You'd better get your skates on if you don't want to be late. skate get put your skates on used for telling someone to hurry |
| 30445 |
Sow the seeds thinly outdoors in spring. sow to plant seeds in the ground |
| 30446 |
There's still time to sow broad beans for an early crop. sow to plant seeds in the ground |
| 30447 |
These people are terrorists who want to sow fear and panic among our people. sow sow fear doubt confusion etc to make people feel afraid, doubtful, confused etc |
| 30448 |
a reel of cotton reel an object shaped like a wheel that you put string, thread, wire, or film around in order to store it |
| 30449 |
He reeled under the force of the punch. reel to move backwards quickly |
| 30450 |
The banks were reeling from the unexpectedly large losses. reel reel from to feel very shocked, upset, or confused |
| 30451 |
Local people are still reeling at the news of his death. reel reel at to feel very shocked, upset, or confused |
| 30452 |
The sacks of rice were crammed under a huge table. cram cram something into in under something to put people or things into a space that is too small |
| 30453 |
Guards cram 40 prisoners into cells designed for 12. cram to put people or things into a space that is too small |
| 30454 |
He was cramming his mouth with food. cram cram something with something to put people or things into a space that is too small |
| 30455 |
People crammed every street leading to the square. cram if people cram a place, they fill it completely |
| 30456 |
grated cheese grate to rub cheese, vegetables, chocolate etc against a grater in order to cut them into small pieces |
| 30457 |
Her nails grated against the wall. grate grate against on to rub against something and make an unpleasant annoying sound |
| 30458 |
What really grates is her know-all attitude. grate to have an annoying effect on someone |
| 30459 |
His intense stare began to grate on her nerves. grate grate on to have an annoying effect on someone |
| 30460 |
a hunk of meat bread plastic concrete hunk a large piece of a solid substance |
| 30461 |
Her hair had got into a hopeless tangle. tangle the untidy shape that things make when they are twisted round each other or round something else |
| 30462 |
a tangle of narrow streets tangle the untidy shape that things make when they are twisted round each other or round something else |
| 30463 |
Our financial affairs are in a complete tangle. tangle in a tangle a situation that is difficult to deal with because things are not organized properly |
| 30464 |
Wet fibres tangle easily. tangle if something tangles, or if you tangle it, its parts become twisted round each other or round something else so that they look untidy and are difficult to separate |
| 30465 |
They sat on a hump of grass. hump a large round shape that rises above a surface or above the ground |
| 30466 |
Christmas tree ornaments ornament a small attractive object used for decoration or for making someone or something more beautiful |
| 30467 |
an old china ornament belonging to her grandmother ornament a small attractive object used for decoration or for making someone or something more beautiful |
| 30468 |
The columns are ornamented with geometrical designs. ornament to add something to something else to make it more beautiful |
| 30469 |
A hurricane was churning up the bay. churn to move something such as a liquid around violently, or to move in this way |
| 30470 |
the churning seas churn to move something such as a liquid around violently, or to move in this way |
| 30471 |
My stomach was churning before the first performance. churn if your stomach churns, you have a strong nervous feeling in it because you are worried, afraid, or upset |
| 30472 |
Her mind churned as she tried to think of a way out of her predicament. churn if your mind or emotions churn, you are upset or worried about a situation |
| 30473 |
The meeting has been rearranged for Tuesday. rearrange to arrange for an event, meeting etc to take place at a different time |
| 30474 |
Maria inhaled deeply before speaking again. inhale to breathe air, smoke, or other substances into your lungs |
| 30475 |
Ten people were taken to hospital after inhaling the fumes. inhale to breathe air, smoke, or other substances into your lungs |
| 30476 |
lime pickle pickle a thick sauce consisting of vegetables or fruit preserved in vinegar, eaten especially with cold food |
| 30477 |
Their journey was delayed for several hours because of a puncture. puncture a small hole made by accident in a tyre |
| 30478 |
The bottom of the water tank had been punctured. puncture to make a small hole in the surface of something such as a tyre with something sharp |
| 30479 |
A nail punctured our tyre. puncture to make a small hole in the surface of something such as a tyre with something sharp |
| 30480 |
An opening goal punctured our enthusiasm. puncture to cause a sudden change in the way that someone feels or thinks about something |
| 30481 |
She aims to be a thorn in the side of large global corporations. thorn a thorn in someone's side flesh a person or thing that causes a lot of problems for someone |
| 30482 |
a mop of curly brown hair mop mop of a lot of thick untidy hair |
| 30483 |
Don't go in the kitchen, I've just finished mopping the floor. mop to wash a floor using a mop |
| 30484 |
He pulled a handkerchief from his pocket and mopped his brow. mop mop your brow to wipe sweat from your face with a cloth when you are very hot or ill |
| 30485 |
I need a cloth to mop this wine. mop to clean liquid or dirt from a surface using a mop, cloth, or something soft |
| 30486 |
a bucket and spade spade a toy that children use for digging in sand or earth |
| 30487 |
the ace of spades spade the suit (=group) of playing cards that has this pattern on them. The other suits are clubs, diamonds, and hearts |
| 30488 |
Owen had talent in spades but barely any experience. spade in spades to a great degree, or in large amounts |
| 30489 |
She was only three months pregnant but already had a slight bulge. bulge a shape that curves outwards on the surface of something, often made by something under it or inside it |
| 30490 |
More convictions are leading to a bulge in the prison population. bulge an increase in something, especially a temporary one or one that is not too serious |
| 30491 |
His biceps bulged as he lifted the weights. bulge to stick out in a curved shape |
| 30492 |
The Earth revolves on its axis. revolve revolve on to turn or spin around a central point |
| 30493 |
The planets revolve around the Sun. revolve revolve around to turn or spin around a central point |
| 30494 |
A foot pedal is used to revolve the wheel. revolve to make something turn in a circle |
| 30495 |
Joe threw a stone and watched the ripples spread out across the pond. ripple a small wave or series of waves on the surface of a liquid |
| 30496 |
There were ripples in the sand. ripple something that looks like a wave |
| 30497 |
The issue has caused a few ripples amongst islanders. ripple an emotion that spreads gradually through a person or a group of people |
| 30498 |
Ralph felt a ripple of fear pass through him. ripple ripple of an emotion that spreads gradually through a person or a group of people |
| 30499 |
There was a ripple amongst the audience as he announced his plans. ripple a sound that gets gradually louder and then quieter |
| 30500 |
A ripple of laughter lessened the tension. ripple a ripple of laughter applause a sound that gets gradually louder and then quieter |
| 30501 |
A slight wind rippled the lake's surface. ripple if a liquid ripples, or if something ripples it, it moves gently in small waves |
| 30502 |
You could see his muscles rippling under his T-shirt. ripple to move like waves, or to make something move like waves |
| 30503 |
A light breeze rippled the trees. ripple to move like waves, or to make something move like waves |
| 30504 |
Laughter rippled around the room. ripple ripple around through if a feeling or sound ripples through someone or through a group of people, it spreads gradually |
| 30505 |
Polly flinched at the thrill that rippled through her. ripple if a feeling or sound ripples through someone or through a group of people, it spreads gradually |
| 30506 |
His arguments display a lack of intellectual rigour. rigour the quality of being thorough and careful |
| 30507 |
The law was implemented with varying degrees of rigour in different districts. rigour the quality of being strict or severe |
| 30508 |
the rigours of a Himalayan winter rigour the rigours of something the difficult and unpleasant aspects of a situation |
| 30509 |
He accidentally severed his finger with a saw. sever to cut through a part of something so that it is separated completely from the main part, or to be separated completely in this way |
| 30510 |
The rebels have severed all contact with the government. sever to end something such as a friendship or a connection completely and permanently |
| 30511 |
A nurse cleaned the wound and bandaged my foot. bandage to wrap a bandage around an injured part of your body |
| 30512 |
The bath's overflowing! overflow to flow over the top of a container because it is too full |
| 30513 |
ashtrays overflowing with cigarette ends overflow overflow with to flow over the top of a container because it is too full |
| 30514 |
The river has overflowed its banks. overflow if a river or lake overflows, it floods the land next to it |
| 30515 |
The crowd began to overflow the hall. overflow if a place overflows with people, or if people overflow a place, there are too many of them to fit into it |
| 30516 |
hospitals overflowing with victims of the earthquake overflow overflow with if a place overflows with people, or if people overflow a place, there are too many of them to fit into it |
| 30517 |
Her heart was overflowing with joy. overflow overflow with to feel an emotion very strongly |
| 30518 |
Will this room be big enough to accommodate the overflow? overflow an extra amount of people or things that do not fit into a particular space |
| 30519 |
an overflow car park overflow something that provides extra space when another space becomes full |
| 30520 |
The rain had seeped through his clothes. seep seep through to flow into or out of something through small holes, usually when this should not happen |
| 30521 |
Poisonous chemicals from the factory are seeping into our soil. seep seep into to flow into or out of something through small holes, usually when this should not happen |
| 30522 |
The helium will slowly seep out of the balloon. seep seep from out of to flow into or out of something through small holes, usually when this should not happen |
| 30523 |
Even when he closed the windows the noise of the traffic seeped in. seep seep in to flow into or out of something through small holes, usually when this should not happen |
| 30524 |
Thoughts of revenge started to seep into her mind. seep seep into if a bad feeling or idea seeps somewhere, you start to feel it or believe it |
| 30525 |
This kind of language allows racism to start seeping in. seep seep in if a bad feeling or idea seeps somewhere, you start to feel it or believe it |
| 30526 |
The regulations stipulate the maximum number of children allowed in a class. stipulate to say what is allowed or what is necessary |
| 30527 |
The constitution stipulates that a new president must be elected after four years. stipulate stipulate that to say what is allowed or what is necessary |
| 30528 |
He became an engineering apprentice with a local firm. apprentice someone who works for a particular person or company, usually for low pay, in order to learn the type of work that they do |
| 30529 |
an apprentice carpenter apprentice someone who works for a particular person or company, usually for low pay, in order to learn the type of work that they do |
| 30530 |
He was apprenticed to a carpenter. apprentice if someone is apprenticed to another person, they are employed by that person to learn the type of work that they do |
| 30531 |
The club has recently appointed a caretaker manager. caretaker responsible for a duty or activity for a short time until someone else is employed or elected |
| 30532 |
I'm not feeling very sociable today. sociable a sociable person is friendly and enjoys being with other people |
| 30533 |
The pay is good, but the hours are not very sociable. sociable sociable hours used about things such as jobs, times, and situations that allow you to enjoy being with other people or to live the type of life that most people live |
| 30534 |
My eyesight is really bad. eyesight the ability to see |
| 30535 |
Reading in poor light can damage your eyesight. eyesight the ability to see |
| 30536 |
She would just have to grit her teeth and start all over again. grit to show determination in a difficult situation |
| 30537 |
All our horses perished in the fire. perish to die, usually because of an illness or something that happens suddenly |
| 30538 |
Without greater public support the arts will perish. perish to stop happening or existing |
| 30539 |
I would never go out with him – perish the thought! perish perish the thought used for saying that an idea or suggestion is silly, not acceptable, or not likely to happen |
| 30540 |
Tim hoisted the boy onto his shoulders. hoist to lift someone or something to a higher place |
| 30541 |
The bridge was hoisted into place by crane. hoist to lift someone or something using special equipment |
| 30542 |
The publicity hoisted ticket sales to 12,500 in two days. hoist to increase the amount or value of something |
| 30543 |
The fire was ignited by a spark from an electrical fault. ignite to make something start to burn |
| 30544 |
In the end, the rocket's engines failed to ignite. ignite to start to burn |
| 30545 |
At least this episode has ignited a lively debate on the issues. ignite to start a fight or argument |
| 30546 |
His speech ignited racial tension in the area. ignite to start a fight or argument |
| 30547 |
His teaching ignited my interest in Russian literature. ignite to start a particular feeling in someone |
| 30548 |
The thought of seeing him again completely obsessed her. obsess if someone or something obsesses you, they are so important to you that you are always thinking about them, in a way that seems extreme to other people |
| 30549 |
He was obsessed by a desire for revenge. obsess if someone or something obsesses you, they are so important to you that you are always thinking about them, in a way that seems extreme to other people |
| 30550 |
Joe's always obsessing over his health. obsess obsess about over to worry about something all the time |
| 30551 |
The drain's clogged again. clog to block something such as a pipe, tube, or passage, or to become blocked, so that nothing can get through |
| 30552 |
The waterways are clogged with ice in winter. clog be clogged with something to block something such as a pipe, tube, or passage, or to become blocked, so that nothing can get through |
| 30553 |
Unfounded lawsuits are clogging the court system. clog to slow down progress or an activity |
| 30554 |
He had found the conversation very enlightening. enlighten |
| 30555 |
Spending cuts remain the main plank of the party's defence policy. plank the main central plank of someone's policy argument programme an important aspect of something, on which it is based |
| 30556 |
She's made fitness a central plank of her preparation for the tournament. plank something that is important to the success or failure of something |
| 30557 |
Somewhere in the street tyres were squealing. squeal to make a long high sound |
| 30558 |
I could hear the girls squealing with delight. squeal to make a long high sound |
| 30559 |
a squeal of brakes tyres squeal a long high sound |
| 30560 |
a squeal of laughter squeal a long high sound |
| 30561 |
She applied the paint blob by blob. blob a small amount of a thick liquid |
| 30562 |
Nick squirted a blob of tomato sauce on his hamburger. blob blob of a small amount of a thick liquid |
| 30563 |
The plane looked like a tiny white blob in the sky. blob something that seems to have no definite shape |
| 30564 |
You'll end up paying an extra five per cent or thereabouts. thereabouts or thereabouts near a particular place, amount, time etc that has been mentioned, but not exactly |
| 30565 |
His photograph was highly commended in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition. commend to praise someone or something formally or publicly |
| 30566 |
I commend the book to anyone who wants to know what is really happening in that part of the world. commend to tell someone that a person or thing is good, useful, or suitable |
| 30567 |
One particular solution commends itself to me. commend commend itself (to someone) if something commends itself to you, you think it is good, useful, or suitable |
| 30568 |
Suddenly he thumped the arm of the chair. thump to hit someone or something with your fist (=closed hand) |
| 30569 |
He was thumped by another child at school. thump to attack or punish someone by hitting them with your fist |
| 30570 |
Maria thumped her bag down on the table. thump thump something on onto into etc something to put something somewhere with force and with a loud sound |
| 30571 |
The boat was thumping against the dock. thump thump against into on etc to hit against something with a low loud sound |
| 30572 |
He brought his hand down on the table with a thump. thump a low loud sound that is made when something heavy hits something else |
| 30573 |
Bill gave me a friendly thump on the arm. thump the action of hitting someone with your fist (=closed hand) |
| 30574 |
We'll need to prune back the branches this year. prune to remove parts of a tree or plant, for example to make it grow better |
| 30575 |
Companies must continually prune costs to stay competitive. prune to get rid of something that you do not need or want, especially in order to reduce the size or cost of something |
| 30576 |
I could hear the tramp of marching feet. tramp the tramp of something the sound of walking in a loud heavy way |
| 30577 |
Oliver tramped upstairs to his room. tramp to put your feet on the ground in a loud heavy way as you walk |
| 30578 |
Women and children tramped the roads looking for work. tramp to walk slowly for a long distance |
| 30579 |
a gritty account of the survival of a professional footballer gritty showing life as it really is, even when it is not pleasant or attractive |
| 30580 |
a gritty determination to succeed gritty firm in your intentions |
| 30581 |
He took her in his arms and cuddled her. cuddle if you cuddle someone, you put your arms round them and hold them close to show that you like or love them |
| 30582 |
Couples were kissing and cuddling in corners. cuddle if you cuddle someone, you put your arms round them and hold them close to show that you like or love them |
| 30583 |
an attack of diarrhoea diarrhoea an illness in which you pass solid waste from your body too often and in a liquid form |
| 30584 |
a menacing look tone menacing intended to threaten or frighten someone |
| 30585 |
The leaves on the branch rustled and shook. rustle to make a sound like the one that leaves or sheets of paper make when they move |
| 30586 |
the rustle of a newspaper being folded rustle the sound made by the movement of leaves, paper etc |
| 30587 |
Your father really petrifies me. petrify to frighten someone so much that they cannot move or decide what to do |
| 30588 |
He is accused of conspiring with three others to sell cocaine. conspire conspire (with someone) to do something to secretly plan with someone to do something bad or illegal |
| 30589 |
Anyone suspected of conspiring against the regime was ruthlessly dealt with. conspire conspire against to secretly plan with someone to do something bad or illegal |
| 30590 |
Falling demand and high interest rates have conspired to produce a big drop in profits. conspire conspire to do something if events conspire to produce a particular situation, they seem to be deliberately working together to cause problems for you |
| 30591 |
It seemed that everything was conspiring against her. conspire conspire against if events conspire to produce a particular situation, they seem to be deliberately working together to cause problems for you |
| 30592 |
He's never been the kind of politician to mince words. mince mince (your) words to be careful about what you say in order to be polite or not offend someone |
| 30593 |
a rare skin condition that has baffled doctors for years baffle if a problem, someone's behaviour etc baffles you, you cannot understand it or solve it |
| 30594 |
Detectives remain baffled by these murders. baffle if a problem, someone's behaviour etc baffles you, you cannot understand it or solve it |
| 30595 |
Gangsters have been extorting money from local businessmen. extort to illegally get money or information from someone by using force or threats |
| 30596 |
Celebrities donated personal items to be raffled in order to raise money. raffle to offer something as a prize in a raffle |
| 30597 |
a six-storey building storey a level in a building |
| 30598 |
a single-storey extension storey a level in a building |
| 30599 |
the stub of a cigarette cigar candle stub the part of something that remains after you have burnt or used the rest |
| 30600 |
a couple of old ticket stubs in my pocket stub the part of a ticket or cheque that you keep to prove that you have paid for something |
| 30601 |
Scottish hotels continue to pull in the punters (=attract customers). punter a customer, or someone who uses a particular service |
| 30602 |
His body began to thrash around wildly. thrash thrash around about to move in a violent uncontrolled way, or to make part of your body move in this way |
| 30603 |
His headache was aggravated by all the noise. aggravate to make something bad become worse, especially a situation or a medical condition |
| 30604 |
He put his shoulder against the stone and heaved. heave to push, pull, or lift a heavy object using a lot of effort |
| 30605 |
Lydia heaved herself to the other side of the bed. heave to push, pull, or lift a heavy object using a lot of effort |
| 30606 |
Her chest heaved as she struggled to control her breathing. heave to move up and down with large regular movements |
| 30607 |
When I saw the disgusting mess they'd left behind, I almost heaved. heave to vomit |
| 30608 |
A few moments later a barge hove into view. heave heave into sight view to become able to be seen. The past tense and past participle is hove |
| 30609 |
Rose heaved a sigh of relief at her luck. heave heave a sigh to let out a deep breath, for example because you are upset or because you are pleased about something |
| 30610 |
Thick spectacles magnified his eyes. magnify to make something appear bigger than it really is |
| 30611 |
They have no need to magnify the importance of their achievements. magnify to make something appear more important, severe, or dangerous than it really is |
| 30612 |
Our fear and confusion only magnified the problem. magnify to increase the size, strength, or power of something |
| 30613 |
She has creases at the corners of her eyes. crease a line on someone's skin, especially on the face |
| 30614 |
She was careful not to crease her dress. crease to make lines on cloth or paper by folding or crushing it, or to become covered in these lines |
| 30615 |
His face creased with worry. crease if something creases your face, or if it creases, lines appear on your face because your expression changes |
| 30616 |
liquidate a loan liquidate to pay money that you owe |
| 30617 |
I really don't recollect now what our argument was about. recollect to remember something that has happened |
| 30618 |
My stereo has separate controls for the treble and the bass. treble the part of something such as a radio or stereo that controls the higher sounds |
| 30619 |
a treble voice treble |
| 30620 |
a rather naff comment naff silly, or lacking taste (=good judgment about style, fashion, or what is suitable in a particular situation) |
| 30621 |
The procedure is usually carried out under anaesthetic. anaesthetic a drug or gas that is given to someone before a medical operation to stop them feeling pain. An anaesthetic that affects the whole of your body by making you unconscious is called a general anaesthetic and an anaesthetic that affects only a part of your body is called a local anaesthetic |
| 30622 |
It's such a fag having to do homework every night. fag a boring, tiring, or annoying job |
| 30623 |
Poach the chicken in white wine for 15 minutes. poach to cook something in water, milk, or another liquid that is boiling gently |
| 30624 |
The two men were caught poaching lions on government land. poach to illegally catch or kill an animal, bird, or fish on someone else's property |
| 30625 |
Canada has accused American baseball teams of trying to poach their best players. poach to persuade someone to leave a group or organization and become a member of yours, especially by using secret or dishonest methods |
| 30626 |
a knight in armour armour metal clothing that soldiers wore in the middle ages to protect their bodies |
| 30627 |
a suit of armour armour metal clothing that soldiers wore in the middle ages to protect their bodies |
| 30628 |
missiles that are capable of penetrating a tank's armour armour layers of hard metal that cover a military vehicle to protect it from attack |
| 30629 |
Bring me another beer and just bung it on the bill. bung to put something somewhere quickly and carelessly |
| 30630 |
Bung the ball to me, Jack. bung to throw something, often carelessly |
| 30631 |
How many kilos do you weigh? kilo a kilogram |
| 30632 |
kilogram kilo- 1000 units: used with some nouns |
| 30633 |
kilometre kilo- 1000 units: used with some nouns |
| 30634 |
The prime minister has spent the day canvassing in Doncaster. canvass to ask many people in an area for their opinions and encourage them to vote for someone or support something |
| 30635 |
Party supporters were called on to help canvass for their candidate. canvass canvass for to ask many people in an area for their opinions and encourage them to vote for someone or support something |
| 30636 |
The Home Secretary has been canvassing support for his new crime bill. canvass canvass support to ask many people in an area for their opinions and encourage them to vote for someone or support something |
| 30637 |
We will be canvassing the views of teachers all over the country. canvass to ask many people in different places for their opinions |
| 30638 |
Various possibilities have been canvassed. canvass to discuss an idea in order to decide whether to accept it or not |
| 30639 |
a grotty hotel grotty dirty or unpleasant |
| 30640 |
a well ventilated room ventilate well badly ventilated to allow fresh air to enter a room or building |
| 30641 |
the rosy glow of the setting sun rosy pink in colour |
| 30642 |
rosy cheeks rosy pink and looking healthy |
| 30643 |
a rosy future rosy likely to be successful or happy |
| 30644 |
He paints a rosy picture of the American economy. rosy paint present a rosy picture of something (=make it seem better than it really is) likely to be successful or happy |
| 30645 |
canned beans peaches canned canned food has been preserved in a metal container without air |
| 30646 |
I go jogging every morning. jogging go jogging the activity or exercise of running at a slow steady speed |
| 30647 |
jogging bottoms shorts gear jogging used for jogging |
| 30648 |
a scruffy old T-shirt scruffy untidy or dirty |
| 30649 |
Bad weather is hindering the search for survivors. hinder to stop someone or something from making progress or developing |
| 30650 |
She had a knack of making people feel really special. knack a skill or ability |
| 30651 |
He has a knack for upsetting people. knack used when someone often does the wrong thing |
| 30652 |
The children were obviously just parroting what they'd been told. parrot to copy or repeat what someone says without thinking about it or understanding it properly |
| 30653 |
I'd like to assure people the government is firmly in the saddle. saddle to have control of something |
| 30654 |
I don't know squat about what is going on. squat anything |
| 30655 |
a squat building church tower squat wide and not very tall or high |
| 30656 |
They arrived to find that the water had been disconnected. disconnect to stop the supply of gas, water, or electricity, or the telephone service to a building |
| 30657 |
Disconnect all electrical appliances before attempting to clean them. disconnect to stop a machine or piece of equipment from being connected to a supply of electricity, water, or gas |
| 30658 |
Many people complained they were disconnected before even reaching the operator. disconnect to stop the telephone connection between two people or computers |
| 30659 |
Click 'Work Offline' to disconnect from the Internet. disconnect disconnect from to stop the telephone connection between two people or computers |
| 30660 |
She had a ghastly expression on her face. ghastly shocking in a way that frightens or upsets you |
| 30661 |
a really ghastly wine ghastly very bad or unpleasant |
| 30662 |
the 400 metre hurdles hurdle a race in which people or horses must jump over a series of upright frames |
| 30663 |
Finding investors is the biggest hurdle we face. hurdle one of several problems that you must solve before you can do something successfully |
| 30664 |
I'll feel better after we've cleared that hurdle. hurdle cross clear a hurdle (=deal successfully with it) one of several problems that you must solve before you can do something successfully |
| 30665 |
I loathe having to get out of bed so early on a Saturday. loathe to dislike someone or something very much |
| 30666 |
She simply loathes her ex-husband. loathe to dislike someone or something very much |
| 30667 |
He came zooming down the street on his motorbike. zoom zoom up down along around etc to move with great speed and energy |
| 30668 |
The camera zoomed in on a cat stuck in the tree. zoom if something such as a camera zooms somewhere, or if you zoom it somewhere, it moves so that it makes something seem much closer or further away |
| 30669 |
The price started at forty pounds, then zoomed up to a hundred. zoom to suddenly increase in price, quantity, or size |
| 30670 |
Someone was trying to blackmail him with pictures of him and his mistress. blackmail to make someone give you money or do what you want by threatening to tell people embarrassing information about them |
| 30671 |
Susannah claims she was blackmailed into helping the men with the robbery. blackmail blackmail someone into doing something to make someone give you money or do what you want by threatening to tell people embarrassing information about them |
| 30672 |
The Prime Minister has said his government will not be blackmailed by the rebels. blackmail to use threats to persuade a person or government to do what you want |
| 30673 |
Barrett was in court, facing a charge of blackmail. blackmail the crime of making someone give you money or do what you want by threatening to tell people embarrassing information about them |
| 30674 |
the risk of nuclear blackmail by terrorist organizations blackmail the use of threats to persuade a person or government to do what you want |
| 30675 |
High tides are eroding the coast. erode to gradually damage the surface of rock or land so that it begins to disappear, or to be gradually damaged in this way |
| 30676 |
a plan to plant more trees before the soil erodes even further erode to gradually damage the surface of rock or land so that it begins to disappear, or to be gradually damaged in this way |
| 30677 |
It is feared that international institutions may erode national sovereignty. erode to gradually reduce the strength or importance of something, or to be gradually reduced in this way |
| 30678 |
Western support for Yeltsin was slowly eroding. erode to gradually reduce the strength or importance of something, or to be gradually reduced in this way |
| 30679 |
A cut in interest rates will erode the value of people's savings. erode to gradually reduce the value or level of something, or to become reduced in this way |
| 30680 |
She sat down, nervously raking her fingers through her hair. rake to pull your fingers through or along something, for example your hair or skin |
| 30681 |
Passing vehicles were raked with machine-gun fire. rake to move a gun slowly across a wide area when firing it |
| 30682 |
How much will it be if we subtract the labour costs? subtract to take a number or amount from another number or amount. The symbol for this is – and is called a minus sign |
| 30683 |
If you subtract 80 from 100, you get 20. subtract subtract something from something to take a number or amount from another number or amount. The symbol for this is – and is called a minus sign |
| 30684 |
First they said no, but eventually they succumbed. succumb to lose your ability to fight against someone or something, and to allow them to control or persuade you |
| 30685 |
She succumbed to temptation and ordered a glass of wine. succumb succumb to to lose your ability to fight against someone or something, and to allow them to control or persuade you |
| 30686 |
He remembered the pain of watching his mother succumb to cancer. succumb succumb to to become very ill or to die from a disease |
| 30687 |
The board members have decided to forgo any salary increase. forgo to decide not to do or not to have something |
| 30688 |
Rose immediately relayed news of the accident to her boss. relay to communicate information, news, or a message to someone |
| 30689 |
Images of the war were relayed around the world. relay to receive and then broadcast television or radio signals |
| 30690 |
Stop wiggling your foot. wiggle to make short quick movements from side to side, or to move something in this way |
| 30691 |
the dreaded family photos dreaded used about someone or something that annoys you or makes you embarrassed |
| 30692 |
'You two don't deceive me,' she said. 'I know what you're trying to do'. deceive to trick someone by behaving in a dishonest way |
| 30693 |
He was deceived into giving them all his money. deceive deceive someone into doing something to trick someone by behaving in a dishonest way |
| 30694 |
Don't be deceived – she's not as nice as she seems. deceive don't be deceived to trick someone by behaving in a dishonest way |
| 30695 |
Unless my eyes deceive me, that's your brother over there. deceive someone's eyes ears deceive them if something deceives you, it gives you a false idea about something else |
| 30696 |
You're just deceiving yourself if you think he'll come back to you. deceive deceive yourself to refuse to believe something because you do not want to |
| 30697 |
The union flexed its muscles in the usual run-up to wage negotiations. flex flex your muscles to show how powerful or strong you are, especially as a warning or threat to another person or country |
| 30698 |
children who have been orphaned by the AIDS epidemic orphan to make a child an orphan |
| 30699 |
a plucked chicken pluck to pull the feathers off the body of a dead bird so that it can be cooked |
| 30700 |
I plucked a grey hair from my head. pluck to pull a hair from your face, head, or body using your nails or a pair of tweezers |
| 30701 |
He plucked absent-mindedly at the guitar strings. pluck to pull the strings of a musical instrument with your fingers in order to produce a sound |
| 30702 |
Ships in the area plucked 45 people from the sea. pluck to take someone quickly from a particular place or situation |
| 30703 |
Rescue crews plucked them to safety. pluck pluck someone to safety to take someone quickly from a particular place or situation |
| 30704 |
'75% of people agree with me,' I said, plucking a figure out of the air. pluck pluck something out of from the air to say the first number, date, fact etc that you think of without knowing whether it is correct |
| 30705 |
He finally plucked up the courage to speak to her. pluck pluck up (the) courage (to do something) to persuade yourself to do something that frightens you |
| 30706 |
Press rewind. rewind the button you use to rewind a video or a tape |
| 30707 |
a bouquet of red roses bouquet a collection of flowers, cut and tied together in an attractive way |
| 30708 |
a white wine with a delicate bouquet bouquet the particular smell of a wine or flower |
| 30709 |
Sheila nudged me in the ribs, and pointed at Paul. nudge to use a part of your body, especially your elbow, to give a little push to someone or something |
| 30710 |
Patrick nudged the door closed with his foot. nudge to use a part of your body, especially your elbow, to give a little push to someone or something |
| 30711 |
The central bank can nudge rates lower if necessary. nudge to make something move gradually or a little way in a particular direction |
| 30712 |
The temperatures are nudging up into the eighties. nudge to move gradually in a particular direction |
| 30713 |
She tries to nudge her students into reading more. nudge to encourage someone in a gentle way to do something |
| 30714 |
shreds of newspaper shred shred of a long thin piece that was cut or torn from something |
| 30715 |
There's not a shred of evidence to support his claim. shred (not) a shred of something a very small amount of something |
| 30716 |
His face was bruised and his jacket was in shreds. shred severely damaged by being cut or torn |
| 30717 |
The company's reputation lay in shreds. shred completely spoiled |
| 30718 |
Her second novel was ripped to shreds by the critics. shred if you tear or rip someone or something to shreds, you criticize them very severely or defeat them completely |
| 30719 |
The intruders had torn the house to shreds. shred to cause a lot of damage to something |
| 30720 |
This coupon gives 2 off the price of a meal. coupon a piece of paper that allows you to buy something at a reduced price |
| 30721 |
I'm really happy playing here, and if we win today that will be the icing on the cake. icing the icing on the cake something that makes a good situation even better |
| 30722 |
Phew, that's a relief! phew used for showing that you feel hot, tired, or no longer worried about something |
| 30723 |
Her kidnappers are demanding a 5 million ransom. ransom the amount of money that someone wants to be paid before they will let a person who they are keeping prisoner go free |
| 30724 |
Her parents received a ransom note. ransom the amount of money that someone wants to be paid before they will let a person who they are keeping prisoner go free |
| 30725 |
We're being held to ransom by these extremist groups. ransom to try to make someone do what you want, especially by using threats |
| 30726 |
a milk carton carton a container for liquids that is made of stiff thick paper |
| 30727 |
She drank a whole carton of orange juice. carton the liquid in a carton, or the amount that a carton contains |
| 30728 |
The fox cub had been pecked to death by crows. peck when a bird pecks, it moves its beak quickly forward to hit or bite something |
| 30729 |
The birds pecked at the insect-infested tree. peck peck at when a bird pecks, it moves its beak quickly forward to hit or bite something |
| 30730 |
Bruce gave his aunt a peck on the cheek. peck a quick light kiss |
| 30731 |
a wolf coyote pup pup a very young canine (=an animal in the same group as dogs) |
| 30732 |
He's an empty-headed young pup. pup a rude or unpleasant young man |
| 30733 |
ruddy-faced men ruddy red and looking healthy |
| 30734 |
a bowl of ruddy apples ruddy red in colour |
| 30735 |
Mr Stone's latest film has caused an uproar. uproar angry public criticism of something |
| 30736 |
The whole country is in uproar over the recent assassination attempt. uproar be in uproar about over something angry public criticism of something |
| 30737 |
After the verdict, the whole courtroom was in an uproar. uproar a lot of very loud noise, made especially by people shouting |
| 30738 |
a parade marshal marshal someone whose job is to control a public or sports event |
| 30739 |
Western powers are marshalling their military resources. marshal to bring people or things together and organize them so that they can be used in an effective way |
| 30740 |
The government hopes to marshal support for the ban. marshal to bring people or things together and organize them so that they can be used in an effective way |
| 30741 |
his ability to marshal facts marshal to organize information or ideas, especially in order to make an argument |
| 30742 |
The army has decided not to segregate men and women during training. segregate to separate groups of people or things, especially because of race, sex, or religion. To integrate these groups means to bring them together |
| 30743 |
Many of Europe's major airports are heavily congested. congested with so many vehicles or people that it is difficult to move around |
| 30744 |
His nose was congested and his throat hurt. congested blocked with blood or another liquid |
| 30745 |
A lot hinges on the result of tomorrow's match. hinge hinge on to depend on something |
| 30746 |
The orchestra played a waltz. waltz the music for doing the waltz |
| 30747 |
The boat waltzed round in the eddying water. waltz waltz round to turn, spin, or move quickly and smoothly as if dancing a waltz |
| 30748 |
Who does he think he is, waltzing in like that? waltz waltz in into past to walk or go somewhere in a relaxed and confident way |
| 30749 |
Scotland waltzed to a 40–0 victory. waltz to succeed at something or to achieve something very easily |
| 30750 |
He waltzed through his exams and got a distinction. waltz waltz through to succeed at something or to achieve something very easily |
| 30751 |
The interest has continued to accrue. accrue if money accrues or is accrued, it gradually increases in amount |
| 30752 |
hoots of laughter hoot a short loud sound made by people who are laughing or criticizing something |
| 30753 |
hoots of derision from the audience hoot a short loud sound made by people who are laughing or criticizing something |
| 30754 |
They heard the long hoot of a train whistle. hoot a short loud sound made by the horn of a car or other vehicle, especially as a warning |
| 30755 |
He always gives the impression that he finds life rather a hoot. hoot a (real) hoot something that is fun or funny |
| 30756 |
I don't give two hoots about what people think of me. hoot not give a hoot two hoots to not care about something |
| 30757 |
Oh, excuse me; I can't stop yawning. yawn to open your mouth wide and take a big breath, usually because you are tired or bored |
| 30758 |
Melissa gave a yawn. yawn an act of opening your mouth wide and taking a big breath, usually because you are tired or bored |
| 30759 |
Stifling a yawn, he tried to look interested. yawn an act of opening your mouth wide and taking a big breath, usually because you are tired or bored |
| 30760 |
The movie was a complete yawn. yawn someone or something that is boring |
| 30761 |
He brushed the crumbs from his jacket. crumb a very small piece that falls off a dry food such as bread or cake |
| 30762 |
She hasn't touched a single crumb of her dinner. crumb a very small amount of food |
| 30763 |
a few crumbs of praise for their hard work crumb a very small amount of something |
| 30764 |
The late goal was to be their only crumb of comfort on a miserable afternoon. crumb a very small amount of something |
| 30765 |
a gala performance of Swan Lake gala a special performance or event to celebrate something |
| 30766 |
the school swimming gala gala a sports competition, especially a swimming competition |
| 30767 |
The search was hampered by heavy snowfall. hamper to prevent something from happening or progressing normally |
| 30768 |
an attempt to assassinate the president assassinate to kill a famous or important person, especially for political reasons or for payment |
| 30769 |
Faced with a changing environment, most organisms will adapt and diversify. diversify to develop into something different |
| 30770 |
police sirens siren a piece of equipment that makes a loud sound, used for warning people |
| 30771 |
They're trying to find a candidate who will unify all factions. unify to unite people or countries so that they will work together |
| 30772 |
If the party unifies, the bill might become law. unify to become united |
| 30773 |
The theory unifies two fundamental forces. unify to make things work well together |
| 30774 |
Investment in the nationalized industries has simply displaced private investment. displace to take the place of someone or something |
| 30775 |
The device displaces the air inside the container. displace to force something out of its position or space |
| 30776 |
What ails you? ail to make someone ill or unhappy |
| 30777 |
She offers an interesting analysis of what ails contemporary British society. ail to have a bad or harmful effect on someone or something |
| 30778 |
No one deserves to be treated with this level of disrespect. disrespect treat someone something with disrespect the attitude or behaviour of someone who does not respect someone or something |
| 30779 |
No disrespect to the team, but it wasn't their best performance. disrespect no disrespect (to) used before you say something that might offend someone, to show that you do not intend to offend them |
| 30780 |
The whole house was absolutely immaculate. immaculate so clean and tidy that there is no dirt |
| 30781 |
a player whose timing is immaculate immaculate correct or perfect in every way |
| 30782 |
immaculately dressed immaculate |
| 30783 |
a milk crate crate a container that is divided into smaller individual sections and used for moving bottles |
| 30784 |
a crate of champagne crate crate of a container that is divided into smaller individual sections and used for moving bottles |
| 30785 |
The tension escalated until it became unbearable. escalate to become much worse or more serious, or to make something do this |
| 30786 |
Rebel forces have escalated the fighting. escalate to become much worse or more serious, or to make something do this |
| 30787 |
Any one of these border disputes could escalate into war. escalate escalate into to become much worse or more serious, or to make something do this |
| 30788 |
an effort to control escalating costs escalate to increase, especially at a fast rate that causes problems |
| 30789 |
the escalation of prices escalate |
| 30790 |
an escalation in violence escalate |
| 30791 |
Tenants must not obstruct access to fire equipment. obstruct to block a path, passage, door etc so that it is difficult or impossible for someone or something to move along or through it |
| 30792 |
Seven people were arrested for allegedly obstructing a highway. obstruct to block a path, passage, door etc so that it is difficult or impossible for someone or something to move along or through it |
| 30793 |
The child must have swallowed something that's obstructing his windpipe. obstruct to block a path, passage, door etc so that it is difficult or impossible for someone or something to move along or through it |
| 30794 |
An accident is obstructing the traffic at junction 14. obstruct to physically prevent someone or something from moving along or through a path, passage, door etc by blocking it |
| 30795 |
The trees in their garden obstruct our view of the sea. obstruct to prevent you from seeing something by being between you and the object that you want to see |
| 30796 |
He disliked the project but had not actively obstructed it. obstruct to take action in order to prevent someone from doing something or to prevent something from happening |
| 30797 |
He pricked his finger and drew blood. prick to make a very small hole in the surface of something with a sharp object |
| 30798 |
Prick the sausages with a fork. prick to make a very small hole in the surface of something with a sharp object |
| 30799 |
Sudden tears pricked Alex's eyes. prick if tears prick your eyes, you feel as if you are going to cry |
| 30800 |
Her conscience pricked her. prick to cause or experience a guilty or embarrassed feeling, when you know you are doing something wrong |
| 30801 |
Trickles of sweat pricked the back of her neck. prick to experience a sharp stinging feeling, or to cause this feeling on someone's skin or eyes |
| 30802 |
I pricked up my ears when I heard my name mentioned. prick to start listening to something very carefully because it sounds interesting |
| 30803 |
He felt a tiny prick in his arm. prick a quick feeling of sharp pain, caused by a sharp object making a hole on your skin |
| 30804 |
You can get some diseases from cuts or needle pricks. prick a small hole made with something sharp |
| 30805 |
She felt a prick of resentment at having to ask him. prick prick of a small, sharp, unpleasant feeling or emotion |
| 30806 |
the failure of the country's authorities to dispense justice dispense dispense justice to provide something such as a service, especially officially |
| 30807 |
She speared a piece of pork with her fork. spear to push something sharp and pointed into something else |
| 30808 |
I was transcribing their testimony for the court records. transcribe to write, type, or record something exactly as it was said |
| 30809 |
a vase of roses vase a container for cut flowers |
| 30810 |
a wad of ten-pound notes wad a thick pile or ball of papers, money, or thin cloth |
| 30811 |
lion fox cubs cub a young bear, lion, fox, wolf, or other wild animal |
| 30812 |
I did a diploma in nursing. diploma diploma in a course of study at a college or university in a vocational subject (=one that prepares you for a particular job) |
| 30813 |
My son's doing a diploma in social studies. diploma diploma in a course of study at a college or university in an academic subject that people sometimes do after getting a degree |
| 30814 |
He has a diploma in marketing. diploma diploma in the qualification that you get when you have completed a diploma course |
| 30815 |
All the furniture is easy to dismantle and transport. dismantle to separate the parts of something such as a machine so that they no longer form a single unit |
| 30816 |
There were fears that the new government would try to dismantle the state education system. dismantle to end a political or economic system or get rid of an institution |
| 30817 |
About 100 people picketed the US embassy on Thursday. picket to take part in a protest outside a building, especially as part of a strike. Protests like this are called picketing |
| 30818 |
They were arrested while picketing outside the factory. picket to take part in a protest outside a building, especially as part of a strike. Protests like this are called picketing |
| 30819 |
The towers were the last remnants of the famous castle. remnant remnant of a small remaining part of something |
| 30820 |
The remnants of last night's meal were still on the table. remnant a small remaining part of something |
| 30821 |
Starting formal education too early can be of serious detriment to the child. detriment harm caused to something as a result of something else |
| 30822 |
Funding cuts can be implemented, but only to the detriment of patient care. detriment to the detriment of harm caused to something as a result of something else |
| 30823 |
The baby was dribbling. dribble if you dribble, saliva (=the liquid in your mouth) comes out onto your chin |
| 30824 |
Water was dribbling out from the tap. dribble if a liquid dribbles, or if you dribble it, it flows slowly in small drops |
| 30825 |
Dribble some melted chocolate over the cake. dribble if a liquid dribbles, or if you dribble it, it flows slowly in small drops |
| 30826 |
a dribble of cream dribble a small amount of liquid |
| 30827 |
They were perched on a narrow ledge near the cliff top. ledge a narrow surface that continues out from the side of a cliff, wall, or other surface |
| 30828 |
a window ledge ledge a narrow shelf at the bottom of a window |
| 30829 |
He spends hours tinkering around with car engines. tinker tinker with to make small changes to something in order to improve or repair it |
| 30830 |
Problems can arise when management structures are tinkered with. tinker to make small changes to something in order to improve or repair it |
| 30831 |
We have several vacancies to fill in the Sales Department. vacancy a job that is available for someone to do |
| 30832 |
There are always plenty of vacancies for bar staff. vacancy vacancy for a job that is available for someone to do |
| 30833 |
We have no vacancies at all during July. vacancy a room in a hotel that is available for someone to stay in |
| 30834 |
They keep badgering me to take them to the show. badger to try to make someone do something by asking them many times |
| 30835 |
The food at the hotel was diabolical. diabolical very bad |
| 30836 |
The sheep were grazing peacefully. graze to eat grass growing in a field |
| 30837 |
Farmers can now graze their cattle on the mountain. graze to put an animal in a place where it can eat grass |
| 30838 |
He fell off the swing and grazed his knee. graze to break the surface of your skin, for example when you fall to the ground |
| 30839 |
She let her fingers graze lightly against his skin. graze to touch something slightly when you pass it |
| 30840 |
I have a nasty graze on my elbow. graze a break in the surface of your skin, usually caused by falling down |
| 30841 |
She was juggling a glass of champagne and two plates of food. juggle to try to balance several things that you are holding without dropping any of them |
| 30842 |
the pressures of juggling a career and children juggle to try to do several important things at the same time, especially when this is difficult |
| 30843 |
After juggling our schedules around, we've managed to arrange a meeting. juggle to change the way that things are done, in order to achieve what you want |
| 30844 |
It's a matter of juggling income and expenditure. juggle to organize how you spend any money available so that you can find the money that you need to do different things |
| 30845 |
The book had been heavily censored. censor to remove parts of a book, film, letter etc for moral, religious, or political reasons |
| 30846 |
a disciple of the Nobel prize winner Andrei Sakharov disciple someone who admires a famous person such as a political or religious leader and is influenced by them |
| 30847 |
He wore a long scarf draped around his neck. drape to put something made of cloth over or around something |
| 30848 |
She sat with one leg draped over the arm of the chair. drape to put a part of your body on or over something in a relaxed way |
| 30849 |
The flame flickered as the breeze picked up. flicker if a flame or light flickers, it does not burn evenly, or it goes on and off |
| 30850 |
A little smile flickered around the corners of his mouth. flicker to last for only a moment and then disappear |
| 30851 |
His eyelids flickered slightly. flicker to make a sudden small movement |
| 30852 |
The flicker of a candle flame caught our eyes. flicker a light that goes quickly on and off, or that becomes brighter and then less bright |
| 30853 |
They both saw the flicker of annoyance on the prince's face. flicker an experience of an emotion that is weak, or that lasts a very short time |
| 30854 |
The president was insulated from the pressure of public opinion. insulate to protect someone from unpleasant knowledge or harmful experiences |
| 30855 |
wolves howling in the forest howl if a dog or similar animal howls, it makes a long loud sound |
| 30856 |
The children all started howling. howl to cry very loudly in pain, anger, or sadness |
| 30857 |
A bitter wind howled through the empty streets. howl if the wind howls, it blows with a long loud sound |
| 30858 |
By now the audience were howling with laughter. howl howl with to laugh very loudly |
| 30859 |
Ray jumped up and started howling obscenities at the referee. howl to say something in a loud angry voice |
| 30860 |
a howl of rage pain anguish howl a long loud cry of pain, anger, or sadness |
| 30861 |
There were howls from the audience. howl a loud sound of laughing |
| 30862 |
Many wildlife smugglers profess to have an interest in conservation. profess to claim something, especially when it is not true |
| 30863 |
He professes great admiration for the New Zealand players. profess to admit publicly that you have a particular feeling or belief |
| 30864 |
In the Philippines, about 85% of the people profess Catholicism. profess to believe in a particular religion |
| 30865 |
a tax rent rebate rebate an amount of money that is officially given back to someone |
| 30866 |
It was cramped in the little cabin. cramped small and crowded |
| 30867 |
horribly cramped prison conditions cramped small and crowded |
| 30868 |
I felt cramped and uncomfortable. cramped feeling uncomfortable in a space that is too small |
| 30869 |
Now all our plans are up the spout. spout used for talking about something that is wrong, spoiled, or has no chance of succeeding |
| 30870 |
We listened patiently while my uncle spouted a lot of nonsense. spout to talk, especially for a long time or in a boring way |
| 30871 |
the history English maths syllabus syllabus a list of the main subjects in a course of study |
| 30872 |
Shakespeare's always on the syllabus. syllabus on the syllabus a list of the main subjects in a course of study |
| 30873 |
Industrial sewage continues to contaminate our beaches. contaminate to make something dirty, polluted, or poisonous by adding a chemical, waste, or infection |
| 30874 |
Children are becoming contaminated by the prevailing cynicism of the age. contaminate to affect something or someone in a negative way |
| 30875 |
I am anxious to rectify this situation. rectify to correct a problem or mistake, or to make a bad situation better |
| 30876 |
Six goals is not to be sneezed at. sneeze not to be sneezed at very good, or good enough to consider having |
| 30877 |
I was very concerned about her, but I didn't want to intrude. intrude to become involved in a situation in a way that is not welcome to other people, for example by getting involved in their private lives |
| 30878 |
Civil Rights campaigners say the new laws will intrude on people's personal freedom. intrude intrude into on upon to become involved in a situation in a way that is not welcome to other people, for example by getting involved in their private lives |
| 30879 |
One of their planes intruded into our airspace. intrude intrude into to enter a place where you are not allowed to go |
| 30880 |
a delightful jumble of pretty painted houses jumble a collection of different things mixed together |
| 30881 |
Sheep were nibbling the grass. nibble to eat something by taking a lot of small bites |
| 30882 |
Mel was nibbling at a chocolate biscuit. nibble nibble at on to eat something by taking a lot of small bites |
| 30883 |
The parrot was nibbling her ear. nibble to bite the surface of something gently several times |
| 30884 |
She enjoyed humiliating me in front of the other students. humiliate to make someone feel very embarrassed and ashamed |
| 30885 |
The predicted increase in nursing jobs never materialized. materialize to happen or to become real |
| 30886 |
Adoring crowds materialized wherever she went. materialize to appear suddenly and unexpectedly |
| 30887 |
The government is wrangling with various groups demanding compensation. wrangle to argue about something for a long time, especially in an angry and unpleasant way |
| 30888 |
legal political wrangling wrangle |
| 30889 |
a lengthy wrangle over the new contract wrangle an argument that lasts for a long time, especially an angry and unpleasant one |
| 30890 |
a knob of butter knob knob of a small piece of something |
| 30891 |
Sometimes we would have a bit of a lark together at the back of the class. lark have a lark something that you do for fun or excitement |
| 30892 |
We thought we'd try bungee jumping for a lark. lark for a lark something that you do for fun or excitement |
| 30893 |
I can't be bothered with this healthy eating lark. lark this lark an activity that you do not take very seriously |
| 30894 |
The kids were all larking about in the water. lark lark about around to have fun by joking or playing |
| 30895 |
a 15-minute speech punctuated by applause punctuate be punctuated by with something to be frequently interrupted by something |
| 30896 |
One man went berserk when approached and stabbed two police officers. berserk to become violent and uncontrolled because you are very angry |
| 30897 |
The home crowd went berserk when their side scored again. berserk to become very excited |
| 30898 |
The weight of the skiers compresses the snow and makes it solid. compress to press or squeeze something so that it fits into a smaller space |
| 30899 |
a derelict house factory warehouse derelict something such as a building or piece of land that is derelict is empty, not used, and in a bad condition |
| 30900 |
Bits of broken glass sparkled in the sunlight. sparkle to shine with small points of reflected light |
| 30901 |
Her eyes sparkled with excitement. sparkle if someone's eyes sparkle, they are bright and lively |
| 30902 |
a play that sparkles with wit sparkle to be very lively and interesting |
| 30903 |
the blue sparkle of the pool in the sunlight sparkle small points of bright light reflected by an object or a surface |
| 30904 |
His eyes all of a sudden lost their customary sparkle. sparkle if someone's eyes have sparkle, they are bright and lively |
| 30905 |
Few albums have as much imagination and sparkle as this one. sparkle the quality of being very lively and interesting |
| 30906 |
a mere trifle trifle something that is not very important |
| 30907 |
He felt a trifle embarrassed by his outburst. trifle a trifle slightly |
| 30908 |
Whirling gracefully, they crossed the dance floor. whirl to spin quickly in circles |
| 30909 |
He whirled the sword around his head. whirl to spin quickly in circles |
| 30910 |
His mind was still whirling with the music and the lights. whirl if your mind, thoughts, or feelings whirl, you feel very confused or upset |
| 30911 |
A horn blew just behind her, and she whirled around. whirl whirl around about to turn quickly, usually to look at someone or something |
| 30912 |
The fairground was a whirl of colour. whirl a lot of confused activity and movement |
| 30913 |
Her mind was in a whirl from all the day's events. whirl in a whirl a lot of confused activity and movement |
| 30914 |
Each leaf fell from the tree with a whirl. whirl a spinning movement |
| 30915 |
If you don't like team sports, why not give yoga a whirl? whirl give something a whirl to try a new activity |
| 30916 |
The stock market was buoyed by comments from the Bank of England chairman. buoy to help a company, market, or economy to be more successful |
| 30917 |
He has been buoyed up by the news. buoy to encourage someone and make them feel more confident |
| 30918 |
Grub's up (=the food is ready)! grub food |
| 30919 |
He was grubbing around at the back of the sofa trying to find loose change. grub grub around about to try to find something by moving things around somewhere, especially somewhere that is dirty or difficult to reach |
| 30920 |
These remarks have only served to inflame an already dangerous situation. inflame to make a situation worse by making people more angry or excited |
| 30921 |
Leonora felt very apprehensive about his visit. apprehensive apprehensive about slightly worried or nervous |
| 30922 |
It's a strategy that many teachers are apprehensive of using. apprehensive apprehensive of slightly worried or nervous |
| 30923 |
She's doing a 5000 piece jigsaw. jigsaw a picture made of a lot of small pieces that you have to fit together |
| 30924 |
If your lawn has extensive areas of patchy growth, try watering it. patchy happening or existing in some places but not in other places |
| 30925 |
Demand for the product has been patchy. patchy happening or existing in some places but not in other places |
| 30926 |
Low clouds and patchy rain are forecast for tomorrow. patchy patchy rain cloud fog happening or existing in some places but not in other places |
| 30927 |
patchy evidence patchy not detailed enough or complete enough to be useful |
| 30928 |
His memory of yesterday's events remains patchy. patchy not detailed enough or complete enough to be useful |
| 30929 |
I have only a patchy knowledge of Spanish history. patchy not detailed enough or complete enough to be useful |
| 30930 |
TV coverage of the Games has been patchy. patchy if someone's performance or work is patchy, it is good sometimes but not always |
| 30931 |
rose petals petal one of the coloured parts around the centre of a flower |
| 30932 |
The organization will provide refugees with emergency rations. ration amounts of food that are provided for people who do not have enough or for people such as soldiers |
| 30933 |
During the strike, petrol had to be rationed. ration to control the supply of something such as food so that people are allowed only a fixed amount |
| 30934 |
I've rationed myself to one bar of chocolate a week. ration to allow someone to have only a small amount of something |
| 30935 |
We spent the evening reminiscing about our university days. reminisce reminisce about to talk, think, or write about enjoyable experiences in your past |
| 30936 |
Heavy rains saturated fields and pastures. saturate to make something completely wet |
| 30937 |
The shops were saturated with merchandise from the film. saturate to fill something completely with a large number of things or with a large amount of something |
| 30938 |
Police were ordered to saturate the area. saturate to fill a place with people |
| 30939 |
He was staying in a hotel while the rest of us were slumming it at a campsite. slum to spend time in conditions that you would not normally think were good enough for you |
| 30940 |
The cut on her arm was oozing blood. ooze if a thick liquid oozes from something, or if something oozes a liquid, a small amount of it flows out slowly |
| 30941 |
Juice oozed from the grapes. ooze ooze from out of if a thick liquid oozes from something, or if something oozes a liquid, a small amount of it flows out slowly |
| 30942 |
Her brother oozes charm. ooze if someone or something oozes a particular quality, or if it oozes from them, they show that quality in a very obvious way |
| 30943 |
Black ooze dripped from the sides of the box. ooze a thick unpleasant liquid |
| 30944 |
The trial was adjourned until Monday. adjourn to temporarily end something such as a meeting or a trial |
| 30945 |
How many students finished the test in the allotted time? allot to give someone part of an amount of something that is available, or to decide that something will be used for a specific purpose |
| 30946 |
You're a cheeky little boy! cheeky behaving in a way that does not show respect, especially towards someone who is older or more important |
| 30947 |
a cheeky grin look cheeky showing a lack of respect, but in a way that seems lively and attractive rather than rude |
| 30948 |
He grinned cheekily and left the room. cheeky |
| 30949 |
The jockeys were up early galloping their horses around the track. gallop if a horse gallops, it runs at its fastest speed |
| 30950 |
Jason jumped on his horse and went galloping off in the wrong direction. gallop gallop away off across etc to ride a horse very fast |
| 30951 |
The year has just galloped by. gallop to move, pass, or develop very quickly |
| 30952 |
The pony went off at a gallop. gallop at a gallop the fastest speed of a horse |
| 30953 |
The horse broke into a gallop. gallop break into a gallop (=start to gallop) the fastest speed of a horse |
| 30954 |
an early-morning gallop along the beach gallop a fast ride on a horse |
| 30955 |
Technology is moving at a gallop. gallop at a gallop an extremely fast speed |
| 30956 |
a refugee hostel hostel a building where people can stay and get meals if they have no home or have been forced to leave their home |
| 30957 |
The bank had to halve its discount rate. halve to reduce something to half its original size, number, or amount |
| 30958 |
The number of people contracting the disease has halved. halve to be reduced to half the original size, number, or amount |
| 30959 |
Militants lobbed grenades at the soldiers. lob to throw something so that it goes high into the air |
| 30960 |
Henman won the final point with a great lob. lob |
| 30961 |
I need to sit down and unwind for half an hour. unwind to begin to relax after you have been working hard or feeling nervous |
| 30962 |
She slowly unwound the scarf from around her neck. unwind to become straighter or looser after being wrapped around something else, or to make something do this |
| 30963 |
We have had a few hiccups with the power supply. hiccup a small problem or a problem that causes a short delay |
| 30964 |
He was hailed as the saviour of the company's fortunes. saviour saviour of a person who saves someone or something from trouble or danger |
| 30965 |
In those days, Christians were persecuted by the government. persecute to treat someone extremely badly, or to refuse them equal rights, especially because of their race, religion, or political beliefs |
| 30966 |
They have denied persecuting or killing political dissidents. persecute to treat someone extremely badly, or to refuse them equal rights, especially because of their race, religion, or political beliefs |
| 30967 |
Why are you persecuting me like this? persecute to frequently annoy or threaten someone |
| 30968 |
A single light bulb dangled from the ceiling. dangle if you dangle something, or if it dangles, it hangs or swings without anything stopping it |
| 30969 |
Other teams were dangling huge pay offers in front of him. dangle dangle something before in front of someone to offer someone something attractive as a way of persuading them to do something |
| 30970 |
You can't just leave him dangling while you decide. dangle keep leave someone dangling to not tell someone what is going to happen or when it will happen |
| 30971 |
She has flitted from one country to another seeking asylum. flit to move quickly from one place to another without stopping long |
| 30972 |
Birds flitted across the grass. flit to move quickly from one place to another without stopping long |
| 30973 |
The ghost of a smile flitted across her features. flit to appear for a very short time |
| 30974 |
Mrs Myers came hobbling down the steps to greet us. hobble hobble across along down etc to walk slowly and with difficulty because your feet are sore or injured |
| 30975 |
The whole organization has been hobbled by mismanagement. hobble to prevent something developing or being successful |
| 30976 |
I'm not going to start slagging him off without knowing the facts. slag slag off to criticize someone or something |
| 30977 |
The poor wretch lay crying by the side of the road. wretch someone who is in a difficult situation and who you feel sorry for |
| 30978 |
I don't know why you married that wretch. wretch someone who you do not like or who annoys you |
| 30979 |
She needs to take a break to recharge her batteries. recharge recharge your batteries to rest after being very busy, so that you will be ready to start working again |
| 30980 |
a bonny baby bonny very pleasant or attractive |
| 30981 |
The department has the calibre of staff to make the project work. calibre the level of someone's ability, intelligence etc, or the standard or quality of something, especially when it is high |
| 30982 |
a film with a high-calibre cast calibre the level of someone's ability, intelligence etc, or the standard or quality of something, especially when it is high |
| 30983 |
Please keep your seat belts fastened while the seat belt light is on. fasten to close something such as a piece of clothing or a bag using the buttons, zip, clip etc on it |
| 30984 |
It was fastened with buttons down the front. fasten fasten something with something to close something such as a piece of clothing or a bag using the buttons, zip, clip etc on it |
| 30985 |
These trousers fasten with buttons. fasten fasten with if something such as a piece of clothing or a bag fastens in a particular way, you close it in that way |
| 30986 |
We fastened our boat with rope to a post in the river. fasten fasten something to something to fix one thing to another using something such as string or nails so that it is held firmly in position |
| 30987 |
She fastened the rope around her ankle. fasten fasten something around something to fix one thing to another using something such as string or nails so that it is held firmly in position |
| 30988 |
I checked that all the windows were properly fastened. fasten to close a door, gate, or window so that it will not open using something such as a lock, catch, or bolt |
| 30989 |
I can't get the back gate to fasten. fasten if a door or window etc fastens in a particular way, you close it in that way |
| 30990 |
His hand moved swiftly to fasten on her arm. fasten fasten around on onto into to hold something very tightly |
| 30991 |
She fastened her arms around my neck and hugged me tightly. fasten fasten your arms legs around someone something to hold something very tightly |
| 30992 |
He swerved suddenly, narrowly missing a cyclist. swerve if something such as a vehicle swerves, or if you swerve it, it changes direction suddenly in order to avoid someone or something |
| 30993 |
He consigned his work suits to the back of the wardrobe. consign to put someone or something somewhere, especially because you do not want to deal with them |
| 30994 |
a dictator whose policies consigned his people to starvation consign to put someone in an unpleasant situation that usually lasts a long time |
| 30995 |
We consign our children to the care of the teacher for the day. consign to give someone or something to someone else to look after |
| 30996 |
Some funds are earmarked for anti-drug programmes. earmark to decide to use something, especially money, for a particular purpose |
| 30997 |
We're thinking of emigrating to New Zealand. emigrate emigrate to to leave your country in order to live in another country |
| 30998 |
Trade unionists had been ruthlessly oppressed during the dictatorship. oppress to treat people who are less powerful in an unfair and cruel way |
| 30999 |
He cobbled together a meal from leftovers in the fridge. cobble cobble together to make something quickly and without a lot of care, using whatever is available |
| 31000 |
I'm going to get crucified by the media for this. crucify to criticize someone in a very cruel way |
| 31001 |
Sorry, squire. squire used for talking to a man |
| 31002 |
Please stow your bags securely in the overhead lockers. stow to put something somewhere while you are not using it |
| 31003 |
a firework display party firework an object that explodes when you light it and produces coloured lights and loud noises |
| 31004 |
Any fireworks will come later in the trial. firework signs of strong emotions or impressive skills |
| 31005 |
They're a good team, but don't expect any fireworks. firework signs of strong emotions or impressive skills |
| 31006 |
We've been inundated with calls from angry listeners. inundate be inundated with by something to send or provide much more of something than someone can easily deal with |
| 31007 |
We've got to grasp the nettle of prison reform. nettle grasp the nettle to deal with a complicated problem that will probably be very difficult, and may cause political or other problems |
| 31008 |
The noise of car alarms nettled him. nettle to annoy someone |
| 31009 |
Here puss, puss, puss! puss a cat |
| 31010 |
I can't swim for toffee. toffee someone can't do something for toffee used for emphasizing how bad someone is at doing something |
| 31011 |
There are plans to amalgamate the village school with a larger one nearby. amalgamate amalgamate something with something to join two or more organizations, businesses etc and make a single large one |
| 31012 |
Profits have increased since the companies amalgamated last year. amalgamate if two organizations amalgamate, they join and make one large organization |
| 31013 |
We were asked to amalgamate with another local group. amalgamate amalgamate with if two organizations amalgamate, they join and make one large organization |
| 31014 |
an embroidered handkerchief embroider to decorate cloth with a design of coloured stitches |
| 31015 |
He grabbed the boy by the scruff of his neck. scruff by the scruff of the someone's neck by the back of the neck |
| 31016 |
Her criticisms really threw a spanner in the works. spanner throw put a spanner in the works to do something that suddenly stops a process or plan |
| 31017 |
a no-frills camp site frill no frills used for referring to something that is good enough but has no unnecessary extra features |
| 31018 |
football hooligans hooligan someone who is noisy or violent in public places |
| 31019 |
a pleated skirt pleat |
| 31020 |
He got diddled out of his inheritance. diddle to trick or cheat someone |
| 31021 |
The book appeared to have riveted the man for hours. rivet be riveted by to something to interest someone so much that they pay complete attention |
| 31022 |
They were riveted to the television screen. rivet be riveted on to someone something if your eyes or attention are riveted on or to someone or something, you are so interested or frightened that you cannot stop looking at them |
| 31023 |
Mitch came up, his eyes riveted on the girl's face. rivet be riveted on to someone something if your eyes or attention are riveted on or to someone or something, you are so interested or frightened that you cannot stop looking at them |
| 31024 |
I stood and watched them argue, riveted to the spot. rivet be riveted to the spot to be so frightened or surprised that you cannot move |
| 31025 |
He had dislocated his shoulder in training. dislocate to do something that forces a bone out of its normal position in its socket |
| 31026 |
the problem of public apathy towards politics apathy a feeling of having no interest in or enthusiasm about anything, or of not being willing to make any effort to change things |
| 31027 |
a benevolent smile benevolent used about people's behaviour and actions |
| 31028 |
The decorations gave the room a festive air. festive bright and colourful in a way that makes you think of a celebration |
| 31029 |
Ray was full of the festive spirit. festive connected with a festival or celebration, especially Christmas |
| 31030 |
He was glad to be home for the festive season. festive the festive season (=Christmas) connected with a festival or celebration, especially Christmas |
| 31031 |
He stretched, and one of his shirt buttons pinged across the room. ping to move quickly and suddenly with a short high sound |
| 31032 |
Ping me – we'll do lunch. ping to contact someone by phone or email |
| 31033 |
The danger signs were there, but we didn't heed the warning. heed to consider someone's advice or warning and do what they suggest |
| 31034 |
People should pay no heed to these ill-informed views. heed pay heed to to give careful attention to someone's advice or warning |
| 31035 |
a shopping precinct precinct a part of a town that has a particular use, especially an area where no cars are allowed |
| 31036 |
the tenth electoral precinct precinct a district in a town or city, usually organized for voting, police, or government purposes |
| 31037 |
The blinking reflex can be set off by bright light. reflex a movement that your muscles make without you thinking about it or being able to control it |
| 31038 |
The doctor tested all his reflexes. reflex a movement that your muscles make without you thinking about it or being able to control it |
| 31039 |
Boxers need to have very quick reflexes. reflex a way of reacting to something that you do very quickly, without thinking about it |
| 31040 |
The goalkeeper made a couple of superb reflex saves. reflex a reflex movement or action is one that you do very quickly, without thinking about it |
| 31041 |
Change happens at a snail's pace in this institution. snail at a snail's pace very slowly |
| 31042 |
rubber copper aluminium casing casing a layer of a substance that is used for covering something |
| 31043 |
a programme to eradicate polio eradicate to get rid of something completely, especially something bad |
| 31044 |
Inflation will never be completely eradicated from the economy. eradicate eradicate something from something to get rid of something completely, especially something bad |
| 31045 |
Maya's been going through a period of emotional upheaval. upheaval a sudden or violent change, especially one that affects people's lives |
| 31046 |
political social economic upheaval upheaval a sudden or violent change, especially one that affects people's lives |
| 31047 |
There have been massive upheavals in the telecommunications industry. upheaval a sudden or violent change, especially one that affects people's lives |
| 31048 |
a flimsy cotton blouse flimsy light and not providing very much protection |
| 31049 |
Thousands live in flimsy huts in the hills surrounding the capital. flimsy badly built or made, and so likely to break easily |
| 31050 |
He was convicted on very flimsy evidence. flimsy not very reliable, or not easy to believe |
| 31051 |
a flimsy excuse flimsy not very reliable, or not easy to believe |
| 31052 |
a development that threatens the livelihood of local small farmers livelihood something such as your work that provides the money that you need to live |
| 31053 |
I understood her predicament, but there was nothing I could do. predicament a difficult or unpleasant situation that is not easy to get out of |
| 31054 |
If everyone had followed the rules, we would not be in this predicament. predicament in a predicament a difficult or unpleasant situation that is not easy to get out of |
| 31055 |
a pair of ragged shorts ragged torn and dirty |
| 31056 |
Ragged posters hung on the walls. ragged torn and dirty |
| 31057 |
ragged children playing in the street ragged wearing old dirty clothes and looking very poor |
| 31058 |
the ragged appearance of a bite wound ragged with edges that are not straight or smooth |
| 31059 |
It was a pretty ragged performance from the champions. ragged not skilful or organized |
| 31060 |
He took a few ragged breaths and began to run again. ragged not smooth or regular |
| 31061 |
Doctors and nurses were run ragged during the recent flu epidemic. ragged run someone ragged to make someone feel extremely tired by forcing them to do a lot of work |
| 31062 |
Her eyes revealed the torment in her mind. torment severe physical or mental pain that someone suffers, often caused deliberately by someone else |
| 31063 |
The prisoners would soon suffer worse torments. torment severe physical or mental pain that someone suffers, often caused deliberately by someone else |
| 31064 |
Just living in the same house with him was a torment. torment someone or something that makes you suffer severe physical or mental pain |
| 31065 |
She was tormented by her memories. torment to make someone suffer severe physical or mental pain, often deliberately |
| 31066 |
The bigger kids keep tormenting him. torment to annoy someone, especially for fun |
| 31067 |
Tickets were being sold on the black market for 200 apiece. apiece each or for each one |
| 31068 |
a cavalier attitude cavalier not caring about other people's feelings or about the seriousness of a situation |
| 31069 |
a feeble light voice feeble not strong enough to be seen or heard clearly |
| 31070 |
That's a pretty feeble excuse for not calling your mother. feeble feeble excuse not good enough to achieve the intended result |
| 31071 |
He made a feeble attempt to start a conversation with me. feeble a feeble attempt effort not good enough to achieve the intended result |
| 31072 |
Don't be so feeble. Stand up to her for once. feeble afraid to do something difficult or unpleasant |
| 31073 |
impeccable behaviour impeccable perfect in every way |
| 31074 |
The standards of service are impeccable. impeccable perfect in every way |
| 31075 |
The punishment is harsh for smuggling drugs into the country. smuggle to take someone or something secretly and illegally into or out of a country, especially as a way of earning money |
| 31076 |
A guard caught him smuggling alcohol into the concert. smuggle to take someone or something into or out of a place against the rules |
| 31077 |
I don't have the stamina to work all night. stamina the ability to work hard or to make a lot of effort over a long period of time without getting tired |
| 31078 |
The company keeps a tally of legal cases won and lost. tally a record of the number of things that someone has done, won, or achieved |
| 31079 |
Their statement doesn't tally with the facts. tally if two things such as statements or calculations tally, or if one tallies with the other, they match each other |
| 31080 |
In 1521, the state fell to Cortes, and Mexico was annexed by Spain. annex to take control of a country or region by force |
| 31081 |
bad investments that led to the company's downfall downfall a sudden loss of power, status, or success |
| 31082 |
His political ambition was his downfall. downfall something that causes the downfall of a person or group |
| 31083 |
Our goal is to empower everyone on our staff. empower to give someone more control over their life or more power to do something |
| 31084 |
a court empowered to review the decisions of a lower court empower to give a person or organization the legal authority to do something |
| 31085 |
Underwater hoses funnel water from the reservoir to a purification plant. funnel to move, or make something move, from one place to another through a narrow tube, pipe, or passage |
| 31086 |
It has finally started to thaw. thaw if the weather thaws, it becomes warmer and causes ice or snow to change into liquid |
| 31087 |
Are you always so touchy about your work? touchy touchy about becoming angry or upset very easily |
| 31088 |
Politics was always a touchy subject with those people. touchy likely to make people angry or upset |
| 31089 |
I'll ask my mother to babysit. babysit to look after children in their home while their parents are not there, especially in the evening |
| 31090 |
It's time we had a blitz on the paperwork. blitz blitz on a special effort to finish a job or to deal with a problem quickly and thoroughly |
| 31091 |
We had a leafleting blitz the day before the election. blitz an advertising marketing promotional etc blitz a special effort to finish a job or to deal with a problem quickly and thoroughly |
| 31092 |
Finding fossils far inland, he deduced that the area had once been covered by water. deduce deduce that to know something as a result of considering the information or evidence that you have |
| 31093 |
The facts can be deduced from an examination of the data. deduce deduce something from something to know something as a result of considering the information or evidence that you have |
| 31094 |
a colleague he once revered but ultimately came to despise revere to have a lot of respect and admiration for someone or something |
| 31095 |
the country's most revered universities, Oxford and Cambridge revere |
| 31096 |
a region that is regarded as the cradle of African culture cradle a place where something began |
| 31097 |
a government attempt to curtail debate curtail to reduce or limit something, especially something good |
| 31098 |
Would they dare risk alienating public opinion? alienate to make someone dislike you, or not want to help or support you |
| 31099 |
Their campaign has alienated the public. alienate to make someone dislike you, or not want to help or support you |
| 31100 |
The company fears noisy brightly-lit shops are alienating older customers. alienate to make someone feel that they do not belong in a place or group |
| 31101 |
Crowded classrooms can alienate a shy child. alienate to make someone feel that they do not belong in a place or group |
| 31102 |
The sound of a door opening was clearly audible. audible loud enough for people to hear |
| 31103 |
a barely audible whisper audible barely audible loud enough for people to hear |
| 31104 |
Snowflakes were swirling all around us. swirl to move quickly in circles, or to make something move in this way |
| 31105 |
John swirled the ice around in the bottom of his glass. swirl to move quickly in circles, or to make something move in this way |
| 31106 |
swirls of mist swirl a fast circular movement |
| 31107 |
Pour the soup into bowls and add a swirl of cream. swirl a pattern or object formed by something moving in a circle |
| 31108 |
The school affirmed its commitment to its students. affirm to state that something is true or that you agree with it, especially in public |
| 31109 |
The minister affirmed that she would support any pro-European policy. affirm affirm (that) to state that something is true or that you agree with it, especially in public |
| 31110 |
The company chose a name that would affirm its French identity. affirm to support something or make it stronger |
| 31111 |
a curious anomaly in the regulations anomaly something unusual, unexpected, or different from what normally happens |
| 31112 |
Many doctors develop an excellent rapport with their patients. rapport a relationship in which people like, understand, and respect each other |
| 31113 |
pastrami on rye rye bread made from rye grain |
| 31114 |
A shroud of darkness hung over the city. shroud something that covers or hides something |
| 31115 |
The forest was shrouded in mist. shroud be shrouded in something to cover or hide something |
| 31116 |
They were a shadowy secret society, whose activities were shrouded in mystery. shroud be shrouded in secrecy mystery to be very secret or mysterious |
| 31117 |
a wine art music snob snob someone who thinks their opinions and judgments are better than other people's |
| 31118 |
an aid convoy bringing food to Sarajevo convoy a group of vehicles or ships travelling together, often with other vehicles or ships providing protection for them |
| 31119 |
a derogatory remark derogatory showing that you have a bad opinion of something or someone, usually in an insulting way |
| 31120 |
Police feared that a riot might erupt. erupt to start suddenly with a lot of violence or noise |
| 31121 |
The room erupted in laughter as Sally acted out the incident. erupt erupt in into if a place erupts, there is suddenly a lot of noise as people start shouting, laughing, or fighting |
| 31122 |
He erupted with fury when I suggested he was wrong. erupt to suddenly express a particular feeling, especially anger, in a noisy way |
| 31123 |
Young men roamed the streets brandishing guns. roam to move or travel with no particular purpose |
| 31124 |
You'll have about three hours to roam around the town. roam roam around to move or travel with no particular purpose |
| 31125 |
Bears still roam wild in these mountains. roam roam free wild to move or travel with no particular purpose |
| 31126 |
celery mushroom cherry stalks stalk a long thin part of a plant with a flower, fruit, or leaf at the end |
| 31127 |
He shook his head in disgust and stalked off, muttering. stalk stalk off out away etc to walk in a way that shows you feel angry or offended |
| 31128 |
She watched a cat stalking a bird in the garden. stalk to hunt a person or animal by following them without being seen |
| 31129 |
Gunmen stalked and killed several political activists. stalk to hunt a person or animal by following them without being seen |
| 31130 |
He had continued stalking her despite a warning from the police. stalk to follow and watch someone all the time in a threatening way, because of an extremely strong interest in them |
| 31131 |
The princes complained of being stalked by photographers wherever they went. stalk to follow and watch someone all the time in a threatening way, because of an extremely strong interest in them |
| 31132 |
the murderer who was stalking the village stalk to move around in a place in a dangerous, harmful, or threatening way |
| 31133 |
Plague stalked the streets of London. stalk if something unpleasant or dangerous stalks a place, it affects the people there |
| 31134 |
I cherish the memory of those happy times. cherish to keep something pleasant in your mind for a long time |
| 31135 |
I cherished my independence. cherish to think that something is very important and to wish to keep it |
| 31136 |
a cherished dream hope memory cherish |
| 31137 |
one of my most cherished possessions cherish |
| 31138 |
Can you be taught how to flirt? flirt to behave towards someone in a way that shows your sexual or romantic interest in them |
| 31139 |
He was really cute, so I flirted with him. flirt flirt with to behave towards someone in a way that shows your sexual or romantic interest in them |
| 31140 |
Filling in those tax forms is a total mare. mare a very unpleasant and difficult situation or activity |
| 31141 |
His words of encouragement were to no avail. avail to of no avail without getting the effect you wanted or intended |
| 31142 |
the people who worked so diligently to keep the school open diligent |
| 31143 |
She wanted to confide in Alan, but was frightened he might disapprove. disapprove to not approve of someone or something |
| 31144 |
Why do you always have to disapprove of everything I do? disapprove disapprove of to not approve of someone or something |
| 31145 |
I strongly disapprove of cheating. disapprove strongly disapprove to not approve of someone or something |
| 31146 |
I knew she'd passed. Her face was a dead giveaway. giveaway a dead (=obvious) giveaway a movement, action, or expression on someone's face that shows the truth about something or that lets you realize something that should be a secret |
| 31147 |
designer clothes at giveaway prices giveaway very cheap, or free |
| 31148 |
These results are good, but we cannot afford to be complacent. complacent too confident and relaxed because you think you can deal with something easily, even though this may not be true |
| 31149 |
The kittens have been fending for themselves since they were six weeks old. fend fend for yourself to look after yourself without help from anyone else |
| 31150 |
We parachuted into enemy territory. parachute parachute from to into etc to jump from a plane wearing a parachute |
| 31151 |
The other crewmen parachuted to safety. parachute to jump from a plane wearing a parachute |
| 31152 |
The treaty still has to be ratified by EU heads of state. ratify to make an agreement official by signing it or formally accepting it |
| 31153 |
The Governor has been indicted on 23 criminal counts including fraud. indict indict someone something on to accuse someone officially of a serious crime |
| 31154 |
He was indicted for crimes against humanity. indict indict someone for (doing) something to accuse someone officially of a serious crime |
| 31155 |
The islands are inhabited by 177,000 people. inhabit to live in a particular place |
| 31156 |
She inhabits the strange world of the media celebrity. inhabit used for saying that someone is in a particular state or condition |
| 31157 |
an onerous responsibility job onerous something that is onerous is something that you dislike or worry about because it is very difficult to deal with |
| 31158 |
We attach the utmost importance to public safety. utmost as much as possible: used for emphasizing a quality or feeling |
| 31159 |
All equipment should be handled with the utmost care. utmost as much as possible: used for emphasizing a quality or feeling |
| 31160 |
My hands were sore and blistered. blister |
| 31161 |
a bumpy dirt track bumpy a bumpy surface has a lot of rough or raised parts on it |
| 31162 |
Financial analysts expect a bumpy year ahead. bumpy involving both failures and successes |
| 31163 |
It has been a bumpy road to justice. bumpy a bumpy ride road (=a situation with both failures and successes) involving both failures and successes |
| 31164 |
He'd craved the attention of the older kids. crave to want something very much and in a way that is very hard to control |
| 31165 |
Lewis still craves for the recognition he feels he lacks in America. crave to want something very much and in a way that is very hard to control |
| 31166 |
I crave your pardon. crave an old word used for asking for something in a polite way |
| 31167 |
He spent hours meditating on his future. meditate meditate on upon to think about something carefully for a long time |
| 31168 |
I'm afraid there's one snag – I forgot to bring my money. snag a problem or disadvantage that you have not planned for |
| 31169 |
soggy cornflakes soggy wet and soft, especially in an unpleasant way |
| 31170 |
a soggy afternoon (=an afternoon of rain) soggy wet and soft, especially in an unpleasant way |
| 31171 |
The two trains collided about a mile outside the city. collide if people or things collide, they crash into each other |
| 31172 |
The truck collided with a row of parked cars. collide collide with if people or things collide, they crash into each other |
| 31173 |
It was the first time she had collided with Gordon's mother over childcare. collide collide with to find it impossible to agree about something |
| 31174 |
His religious beliefs often collided with the realities of his life. collide collide with if ideas or beliefs collide, they are very different and do not work together |
| 31175 |
They lived in different worlds, which had now collided. collide to meet or come together with something that is very different |
| 31176 |
kitchen gadgets gadget a small tool or piece of equipment that does something useful or impressive |
| 31177 |
I never had time to grieve properly. grieve to feel extremely sad because someone has died |
| 31178 |
They were grieving the death of their father. grieve to feel extremely sad because someone has died |
| 31179 |
He's still grieving for his wife. grieve to feel extremely sad because someone has died |
| 31180 |
Millions of people are grieving over his death. grieve to feel extremely sad because someone has died |
| 31181 |
It grieves me to see her like this. grieve to upset someone |
| 31182 |
It all took an inordinate amount of time. inordinate much more than you would usually expect: used for emphasizing how large something is or how much of something there is |
| 31183 |
The army responded by firing mortars. mortar a large short gun that is used for firing bombs and shells over short distances |
| 31184 |
cute chubby cheeks chubby slightly fat, in the way a healthy baby or young child is |
| 31185 |
The business just snowballed and before long they'd opened another branch. snowball to develop quickly and become very big or serious |
| 31186 |
a hydraulic pump hydraulic a hydraulic machine uses the pressure of water or oil to make it work |
| 31187 |
raspberry jam raspberry a small soft red fruit that grows on a bush |
| 31188 |
I finally twigged that she must be the new games teacher. twig to realize something |
| 31189 |
The audience were clapping and stamping in unison. unison together, or at the same time |
| 31190 |
The committee members are in complete unison on this. unison in agreement |
| 31191 |
Don't pack fragile or brittle objects in your suitcase. brittle a brittle substance or object is hard and can easily break into pieces |
| 31192 |
the brittle peace between the two nations brittle a brittle relationship or situation is not very strong and could easily be damaged |
| 31193 |
We've already expended too much energy on this project. expend to use time, energy, money etc doing something |
| 31194 |
An educational effort to heighten awareness about global warming is currently underway. heighten if something heightens a feeling or emotion, or if a feeling or emotion heightens, it becomes stronger |
| 31195 |
heightened interest awareness expectations heighten |
| 31196 |
The fuel tanks were lashed together, upright and side by side. lash to tie something firmly to something else, or to tie two things together firmly using a rope |
| 31197 |
After lashing the boat to the dock, we ran for shelter from the storm. lash to tie something firmly to something else, or to tie two things together firmly using a rope |
| 31198 |
He was regularly lashed on the buttocks by his jailers. lash to hit a person or animal with a whip or thin stick, especially as a punishment |
| 31199 |
We could hear the branches lashing the side of the house. lash to hit something with a very strong force |
| 31200 |
Branches lashed at my face. lash lash at to hit something with a very strong force |
| 31201 |
The wind was still strong, and the rain lashed against the roof. lash lash against if the wind or rain lashes something or lashes against something, it blows or falls against it with a very strong force |
| 31202 |
He lashed Lucien mercilessly with harsh words. lash to criticize someone severely or angrily |
| 31203 |
He didn't get angry. He didn't lash back. Instead, he grinned. lash lash back to criticize someone severely or angrily |
| 31204 |
His stirring words lashed the crowd into wild excitement. lash lash someone into something to make a person or group react with a strong emotion such as anger or enthusiasm |
| 31205 |
The court sentenced her to eight years in jail and 500 lashes. lash a hit with a whip or a thin stick |
| 31206 |
I hope the sunshine is an omen of what's to come. omen a sign that you believe shows whether good or bad things will happen in the future |
| 31207 |
He was convinced that losing his bag was a bad omen. omen bad good omen a sign that you believe shows whether good or bad things will happen in the future |
| 31208 |
The rooms are fitted with systems that purify the air and water. purify to make something clean by removing dirty or harmful substances from it |
| 31209 |
the need to purify the soul purify to make a person holy or without evil |
| 31210 |
holy vessels purified by a priest purify to make something fit to be used for religious purposes |
| 31211 |
an air purifier purify |
| 31212 |
This old couch is starting to sag in the middle. sag to become soft and start to bend or hang downwards |
| 31213 |
When Asian economies sag, the company's sales go down. sag to become weaker or less in amount or value |
| 31214 |
She was doing her best to soothe the crying baby. soothe to make someone more calm and more relaxed when they are feeling nervous, worried, or upset |
| 31215 |
The news wasn't enough to soothe the nerves of the high-street banks. soothe to make someone more calm and more relaxed when they are feeling nervous, worried, or upset |
| 31216 |
Use a moisturizer to soothe any dryness. soothe to make something less sore or painful |
| 31217 |
The aircraft swooped down over the fields in search of its target. swoop to move quickly and suddenly downwards through the air, especially in order to attack or catch someone or something |
| 31218 |
We watched the hawk swoop on its prey. swoop to move quickly and suddenly downwards through the air, especially in order to attack or catch someone or something |
| 31219 |
Police swooped on Blake's home yesterday. swoop to make a sudden and unexpected attack on a place |
| 31220 |
He was arrested in a police swoop on a house in Stepney. swoop a sudden and unexpected attack on a place, especially by police |
| 31221 |
In one fell swoop he's destroyed everything we've achieved in the last year. swoop in at one fell swoop with one sudden action, or on one single occasion |
| 31222 |
I pulled again, but the wheel wouldn't budge. budge to move, or to move something, especially something that is very heavy or is stuck |
| 31223 |
It was wedged between two stones and we couldn't budge it. budge to move, or to move something, especially something that is very heavy or is stuck |
| 31224 |
She refused to budge from his office until she got an answer. budge budge from to move, or to move something, especially something that is very heavy or is stuck |
| 31225 |
We've tried everything but they won't budge on the price. budge not budge to refuse to change your opinion or decision about something |
| 31226 |
My first job is to get things back on an even keel. keel on an even keel operating or happening without problems |
| 31227 |
My email system would keel over if I tried to send that much data. keel to suddenly stop working correctly |
| 31228 |
Nick squirted a few blobs of ketchup onto his burger. squirt to make a liquid move with a lot of force |
| 31229 |
He's just squirted us with the hosepipe! squirt squirt someone something with something to make someone or something wet by squirting a liquid |
| 31230 |
Juice squirted onto his shirt as he bit into the pear. squirt if a line of liquid squirts somewhere, it moves somewhere with a lot of force |
| 31231 |
He's like a spoilt child, sulking in the corner. sulk to show that you are angry about being treated badly by looking unhappy and not talking to anyone |
| 31232 |
a cattle trough trough a long narrow open container used for holding food or water for animals |
| 31233 |
The boat lay almost helpless in the trough of the waves. trough a low area between two high waves or hills |
| 31234 |
We try to adapt to peaks and troughs in demand. trough a period when something that rises and falls regularly is at a low level, especially economic activity |
| 31235 |
I'm not averse to a glass of whisky now and then. averse not be averse to something to like or enjoy something, especially something that other people think is bad or harmful |
| 31236 |
She wasn't averse to criticizing members of her own party. averse not be averse to something to like or enjoy something, especially something that other people think is bad or harmful |
| 31237 |
The police didn't have enough evidence against him. That's the crux of the matter. crux the crux (of something) the most important aspect of something |
| 31238 |
Managers were presented with a long list of grievances. grievance a complaint about being treated in an unfair way |
| 31239 |
People know who to go to if they have a grievance. grievance have a grievance a complaint about being treated in an unfair way |
| 31240 |
This sense of grievance began with the confiscation of their land. grievance sense of grievance a feeling that you have been treated in an unfair way |
| 31241 |
For years he nursed a grievance against his former employer. grievance nurse a grievance a feeling that you have been treated in an unfair way |
| 31242 |
Protect your rug from damage by moths. moth a flying insect like a butterfly that flies mostly at night. The young form of some types of moth eat cloth |
| 31243 |
We scrabbled at the moist earth with our fingers. scrabble scrabble at to make a lot of small quick movements with your fingers, especially when you are trying to find something that you cannot see |
| 31244 |
She scrabbled feverishly for her keys in the long grass. scrabble scrabble for to make a lot of small quick movements with your fingers, especially when you are trying to find something that you cannot see |
| 31245 |
The dog scrabbled at the door, trying to get out. scrabble if an animal scrabbles, it moves its feet quickly against a surface |
| 31246 |
a 60-watt light bulb watt a unit for measuring electrical power, measured in joules per second |
| 31247 |
The countdown for the shuttle launch has already begun. countdown the counting of numbers backwards, for example from ten to zero, before something important happens |
| 31248 |
They were unable to substantiate their claims of government malpractice. substantiate to provide evidence that proves something |
| 31249 |
The weather worsened, and temperatures fell. worsen to become worse, or to make something worse |
| 31250 |
The bill will worsen relations between Democrats and Republicans. worsen to become worse, or to make something worse |
| 31251 |
The drug may delay a worsening of the disease. worsen |
| 31252 |
The country is still in a continuing and worsening economic depression. worsen |
| 31253 |
a cockney accent cockney |
| 31254 |
We should not allow her personal difficulties to detract from her public achievements. detract detract from to make something seem less good, attractive, or important |
| 31255 |
To put it in a nutshell, we lost the case. nutshell in a nutshell used for saying that you are going to express something in a simple direct way |
| 31256 |
He was acquitted on a technicality. technicality on a technicality (=because of it) a minor detail of the law that can lead to an unfair result |
| 31257 |
an uplift in the value of shares uplift an increase in amount or value |
| 31258 |
A high percentage of women said they had abstained from alcohol during pregnancy. abstain abstain from to deliberately avoid doing something that is enjoyable but that may not be healthy, safe, or morally right |
| 31259 |
They agreed to abstain from any actions that might endanger the peace process. abstain abstain from to not do something that is likely to cause serious problems |
| 31260 |
To have perfect skin you must cleanse, tone, and moisturize. cleanse to clean your skin using a special liquid or cream |
| 31261 |
a cleansing cream cleanse to clean your skin using a special liquid or cream |
| 31262 |
The mayor has promised to cleanse the city streets of crime. cleanse cleanse someone something of someone something to get rid of someone or something bad or unpleasant |
| 31263 |
The school does not condone bullying of any kind. condone to approve of behaviour that most people think is wrong |
| 31264 |
the Christian belief in the everlasting life of the soul everlasting continuing to exist for ever |
| 31265 |
The visit left an everlasting impression on me. everlasting continuing for a very long time |
| 31266 |
She sat with that everlasting stupid smile on her face. everlasting used for describing something that continues for so long that it becomes annoying |
| 31267 |
Thousands of spectators fluttered Olympic and national flags. flutter to move up and down or from side to side with short, quick, light movements, or to make something move in this way |
| 31268 |
Alexandra's hands were fluttering around his head. flutter to move up and down or from side to side with short, quick, light movements, or to make something move in this way |
| 31269 |
Autumn leaves fluttered to the ground. flutter to move through the air with short, quick, light movements |
| 31270 |
Attracted by the light, moths fluttered against the windows. flutter flutter around from against if a bird or insect flutters somewhere, it moves by making short, quick, light movements with its wings |
| 31271 |
There was a flutter of wings as the birds took flight. flutter a series of short, quick, light movements up and down or from side to side |
| 31272 |
Her heart gave a flutter when the phone rang. flutter a series of quick movements of the heart, caused by excitement or nervousness |
| 31273 |
Rachel jumped up in a flutter and ran to the door. flutter an excited or nervous state or feeling |
| 31274 |
a flutter of surprise flutter an excited or nervous state or feeling |
| 31275 |
Will you kids stop jigging about for one moment? jig jig around about up and down etc to make small fast movements with your whole body, usually in a nervous or excited way |
| 31276 |
Some fear the restrictions would strangle the country's economy. strangle to stop the development of something, especially an economy |
| 31277 |
suede shoes suede leather with a soft brushed surface |
| 31278 |
The Queen laid a wreath at the war memorial. wreath lay a wreath a circle of flowers or leaves that you put on a grave to show that you are remembering the dead person |
| 31279 |
a wreath of smoke mist wreath wreath of something that is in the shape of a circle |
| 31280 |
Some of the teaching was abysmal. abysmal extremely bad or low in quality |
| 31281 |
an abysmal failure abysmal extremely bad or low in quality |
| 31282 |
The local police failed abysmally. abysmal |
| 31283 |
The dog growled at me. growl if an animal growls, it makes a frightening or unfriendly low noise |
| 31284 |
'I couldn't care less,' Ben growled. growl to say something in an unfriendly and angry way |
| 31285 |
a gang of rowdy kids rowdy noisy and causing trouble |
| 31286 |
Sport was the only thing that really animated him. animate to make someone or something more lively, active, or interested |
| 31287 |
animate beings animate alive |
| 31288 |
a devious plot to overthrow the government devious dishonest and clever |
| 31289 |
He's devious, self-centred and arrogant. devious used about people's behaviour |
| 31290 |
a devious route through the city devious not direct |
| 31291 |
The end of the world is nigh! nigh be draw nigh to be going to happen soon |
| 31292 |
We've lived in this house for nigh on 50 years. nigh nigh on something almost |
| 31293 |
We must make sure that the problem does not recur. recur to happen again |
| 31294 |
The meat was smothered in thick sauce. smother to cover someone or something completely |
| 31295 |
a garden smothered with weeds smother to cover someone or something completely |
| 31296 |
Linda smothered the child with kisses. smother smother someone with kisses to cover someone or something completely |
| 31297 |
Emma smothered a laugh. smother to try not to express a feeling |
| 31298 |
He accused his mother of smothering him as a child. smother to express your love for someone too much |
| 31299 |
The ferret is an agile hunter. agile able to move quickly and easily |
| 31300 |
an agile mind agile able to think quickly, solve problems, and have new ideas |
| 31301 |
Analysts described the drop in share prices as a temporary blip. blip a minor problem or delay that does not last very long |
| 31302 |
A series of financial disasters culminated in the collapse of the country's largest bank. culminate culminate in to happen or exist as the final result of a process or situation |
| 31303 |
a log fire roaring in the hearth hearth the floor of a fireplace in a house and the area around it |
| 31304 |
The difference in our ages was immaterial. immaterial not important or relevant |
| 31305 |
Do it however you like – it's immaterial to me. immaterial not important or relevant |
| 31306 |
cars spewing black exhaust fumes spew to flow out with a lot of force, or to make something do this |
| 31307 |
The motorbike raced down the road at full throttle. throttle at full half throttle the amount of power that an engine is producing |
| 31308 |
International sanctions have throttled the country's economy. throttle to create problems that make it very difficult for something to continue or to develop |
| 31309 |
His brown eyes twinkled with amusement. twinkle if someone's eyes twinkle, they seem to shine because the person is happy or joking |
| 31310 |
We could see lights twinkling in the little town below. twinkle if lights or stars twinkle, they become brighter then weaker in a way that is not steady or continuous |
| 31311 |
I'll just wring out this jumper and hang it up. wring to twist and squeeze something in order to remove liquid from it |
| 31312 |
When he finds out what you did, he'll wring your neck! wring wring someone's neck used for emphasizing how angry you are with someone |
| 31313 |
She survives on the money she wrings out of the state. wring wring something out of from to get something that is very difficult to get |
| 31314 |
a clump of hair earth clump a mass of a substance |
| 31315 |
He clumped down the narrow stairs. clump to walk with heavy steps |
| 31316 |
She could make mincemeat of her husband on the golf course. mincemeat make mincemeat (out) of someone to defeat someone thoroughly in a game, fight, or argument |
| 31317 |
Stop nagging! nag to frequently ask someone to do something that they do not want to do |
| 31318 |
My mum keeps nagging me to tidy my room. nag nag someone to do something to frequently ask someone to do something that they do not want to do |
| 31319 |
Larry was always nagging her about her weight. nag nag someone about something to frequently criticize someone, often for qualities or habits that are difficult to change |
| 31320 |
The feeling that I shouldn't have given up nagged at me. nag nag at if a doubt, worry, or fear nags you or nags at you, you cannot stop thinking about it for very long |
| 31321 |
Lack of protein may retard children's growth. retard to slow down or delay the development or progress of something |
| 31322 |
The dog rolled over, waiting for his tummy to be tickled. tickle to move your fingers gently on someone's skin in order to give them a pleasant feeling or to make them laugh |
| 31323 |
Bubbles from the champagne were tickling her nose. tickle if something tickles you, it touches your skin gently and gives you a pleasant or slightly uncomfortable feeling |
| 31324 |
It tickled him to think that she'd asked him for advice. tickle if something such as a remark or an idea tickles you, you think it is funny |
| 31325 |
It always tickled her to get a card from them. tickle if something tickles you, it makes you feel pleased |
| 31326 |
She gave him a little tickle under the chin. tickle give someone a tickle an act of tickling someone |
| 31327 |
The Volkswagen veered off the road and crashed into a fence. veer to suddenly move in a different direction |
| 31328 |
After this defeat, the party veered sharply to the right. veer to change in a sudden or noticeable way, for example in your opinion or mood |
| 31329 |
The conversation veered off in a new direction. veer to change in a sudden or noticeable way, for example in your opinion or mood |
| 31330 |
a salmon fillet fillet a single side of the body of a fish, with the bones removed |
| 31331 |
fillet of beef fillet a long thin piece of meat with no bones in it |
| 31332 |
There's a kink in the wire. kink a bend or twist in something that is usually straight |
| 31333 |
We need time to iron out any kinks in the new system. kink something that is a problem or that seems strange |
| 31334 |
They pounced on their suspect. pounce to quickly jump on or hold someone or something |
| 31335 |
White House aides pounced on the remark. pounce to react in a very sudden way, especially by criticizing someone |
| 31336 |
Berry had one last chance to resurrect his international career. resurrect to make something exist again, or to start to use something again after it has disappeared, been forgotten, or stopped being used |
| 31337 |
The President's political adviser later retracted this statement. retract to say that something that you previously said or wrote is not true |
| 31338 |
The cat immediately retracted its claws. retract if part of an object or animal retracts, or if it is retracted, it is pulled backwards or inside it |
| 31339 |
The door squeaked open. squeak to make a short, high noise |
| 31340 |
The legislation is likely to squeak through. squeak squeak through by in etc to only just be successful or accepted |
| 31341 |
the squeak of a mouse squeak a short high noise |
| 31342 |
I haven't heard a squeak out of the kids all morning. squeak not hear a squeak from out of someone used for emphasizing that someone has not spoken or made any sound |
| 31343 |
The Jura mountain range straddles the French-Swiss border. straddle to be on both sides of something |
| 31344 |
He has successfully straddled the worlds of film, music, and television. straddle to include different things |
| 31345 |
The walls vibrated with the music from next door. vibrate to shake very quickly with small movements |
| 31346 |
Many hospitals face cutbacks in services. cutback cutback in a reduction in something such as the amount of money available to spend |
| 31347 |
The company will be forced to make cutbacks in all departments. cutback a reduction in something such as the amount of money available to spend |
| 31348 |
People who are unemployed tend to feel devalued. devalue to treat someone or something as if they are not important |
| 31349 |
He had been disqualified from driving on three previous occasions. disqualify disqualify someone from doing something to not allow someone to do something because they have committed an offence |
| 31350 |
He was disqualified from the competition for cheating. disqualify disqualify someone from something to not allow someone to take part in a competition, or to force them to leave it, usually because they have done something that is not allowed by the rules |
| 31351 |
the monotony of life in a prison camp monotony a bored feeling caused by the fact that nothing different ever happens |
| 31352 |
a plan to revamp the banking industry revamp to improve the way that something looks or operates by making major changes to it |
| 31353 |
a 43m revamp of the company's London branch revamp a major change intended to make something look or operate better |
| 31354 |
It's only now that the real problems in London are coming home to roost. roost someone's chickens come home to roost used for saying that bad actions or mistakes from the past have unpleasant results in the present |
| 31355 |
Ultimately, men still rule the roost and make more money. roost rule the roost to control a place, situation, or activity |
| 31356 |
Without further ado, let's begin the show. ado without further more ado without any delay |
| 31357 |
A parade will be held on the centenary of the nation's independence. centenary a day or year that people celebrate exactly 100 years after an important event |
| 31358 |
The names and dates on the gravestones were no longer legible. legible able to be read |
| 31359 |
They are trying to gather all the facts pertaining to this situation. pertain pertain to to be directly related to something |
| 31360 |
The two fighters sparred with each other in the late 1980s. spar to practise fighting with someone |
| 31361 |
Foreign ministers sparred over new defence proposals. spar to argue |
| 31362 |
a roof spar spar a thick strong pole that supports something |
| 31363 |
a calcite spar spar a long thin piece of rock or a mineral |
| 31364 |
Steam trains were gradually superseded by diesel engines. supersede if one thing supersedes another, it replaces the other thing, especially because it is more modern or more useful |
| 31365 |
The Chemical Weapons Convention supersedes all earlier agreements. supersede if one thing supersedes another, it replaces the other thing, especially because it is more modern or more useful |
| 31366 |
It was clear that someone had tampered with the computer. tamper tamper with to touch something that you should not touch, and to change it in some way, often because you want to spoil it |
| 31367 |
the possibility that evidence might be tampered with tamper tamper with to touch something that you should not touch, and to change it in some way, often because you want to spoil it |
| 31368 |
He seemed not one whit discouraged by the result. whit not a whit not one whit not at all |
| 31369 |
Campbell tried in vain to dissuade Paton from quitting. dissuade to persuade someone not to do something |
| 31370 |
a waterproof jacket waterproof waterproof clothes keep you dry because they do not let rain pass through them |
| 31371 |
All of our boots are 100% waterproof. waterproof waterproof clothes keep you dry because they do not let rain pass through them |
| 31372 |
waterproof tape waterproof used about other things that do not let water inside |
| 31373 |
a waterproof camera waterproof something that is waterproof does not get damaged by water |
| 31374 |
She's chummed up with a girl her parents don't approve of. chum chum up with to become friends, or to spend time with someone in a friendly way |
| 31375 |
The rocket disintegrated when it re-entered the Earth's atmosphere. disintegrate to be completely destroyed by breaking into lots of very small pieces, for example as the result of an explosion |
| 31376 |
By 1688, King James' regime was beginning to disintegrate. disintegrate if an organization or society disintegrates, it stops working effectively and fails completely |
| 31377 |
Making an unauthorized copy of the article infringes copyright. infringe to break a law, rule, or agreement |
| 31378 |
court decisions that infringe civil liberties infringe to limit or reduce someone's legal rights or freedom |
| 31379 |
The inquiry infringes on people's privacy. infringe infringe on upon to limit or reduce someone's legal rights or freedom |
| 31380 |
the much-maligned manager of the England team malign to say unpleasant things about someone or something, usually unfairly |
| 31381 |
a malign influence effect malign causing harm |
| 31382 |
The train whooshed past us. whoosh to move very quickly somewhere, often making a sound like the wind when it blows |
| 31383 |
Stress gets the adrenalin flowing (=makes you feel excited and active). adrenalin a chemical produced by your adrenal glands that makes your heart beat faster and gives you more energy when you are frightened, excited, or angry |
| 31384 |
Wearing shoes that are too tight will deform your feet. deform to change shape, or to make something change its shape, in a way that is not attractive or good |
| 31385 |
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to reform. reaffirm to formally and officially state something again |
| 31386 |
She offered to go in his stead. stead do something in someone's stead to do something that someone else usually does or was going to do |
| 31387 |
It's a useful experience which will stand you in good stead later in life. stead stand put hold someone in good stead to be useful or helpful to someone |
| 31388 |
We have reached an amicable settlement of the dispute. amicable friendly and without arguments |
| 31389 |
an amicable divorce amicable friendly and without arguments |
| 31390 |
Cook the peppers under a hot grill until the skin chars. char if something chars or is charred, it is burnt until its outer surface becomes black |
| 31391 |
They resumed the search, fortified by a hearty breakfast. fortify to make yourself or someone else feel more determined, powerful, or full of energy |
| 31392 |
The deal will help the Democrats to fortify their hold on Congress. fortify to make something more powerful and more likely to be successful |
| 31393 |
All of our cereals are fortified with extra vitamins and minerals. fortify fortify something with something to add a substance to food or drink to make it stronger or healthier |
| 31394 |
the second prong of the attack prong any of the separate stages of a plan or activity |
| 31395 |
We can't just shunt patients off to other hospitals. shunt to move someone or something to a different place or position, especially to avoid dealing with them |
| 31396 |
The children are constantly shunted around to various relatives. shunt to move someone or something to a different place or position, especially to avoid dealing with them |
| 31397 |
Traffic will be shunted onto other roads. shunt shunt something onto something to cause something to move along a path that is different from the one it normally uses |
| 31398 |
Those kids have trampled all over my flowerbeds! trample to put your feet down on someone or something in a heavy way that causes injury or damage |
| 31399 |
He picked up the child so she wouldn't be trampled underfoot. trample trample someone something underfoot to put your feet down on someone or something in a heavy way that causes injury or damage |
| 31400 |
People were trampled to death in the crowd. trample trample someone to death to put your feet down on someone or something in a heavy way that causes injury or damage |
| 31401 |
Cindy was tired of being trampled underfoot by her colleagues. trample trample someone something underfoot to behave in a cruel or unfair way towards someone or something |
| 31402 |
You have no right to trample on people's feelings! trample trample on upon to behave in a cruel or unfair way towards someone or something |
| 31403 |
Last month saw an unexpected upturn in property prices. upturn an increase in something such as business or economic activity |
| 31404 |
Cynthia was wavering between visiting her parents and going to Mexico. waver waver between if a person wavers, they are not certain about what to say or do |
| 31405 |
Sarah didn't once waver in her support for the team. waver not waver in something if a person wavers, they are not certain about what to say or do |
| 31406 |
Alfred has not wavered from his decision to move to France. waver not waver from something (=be determined to do it) if a person wavers, they are not certain about what to say or do |
| 31407 |
candlelight wavering in a warm draught waver if a light or image wavers, it is not steady and it shakes or changes a lot |
| 31408 |
He desperately tried to wriggle out of his shorts. wriggle to move, or to make something move, by twisting or turning quickly |
| 31409 |
Don't try and wriggle out of doing your homework. wriggle wriggle out of (doing) something to avoid doing something by making excuses |
| 31410 |
The government cannot abdicate responsibility for national security. abdicate abdicate (your) responsibility to stop accepting a particular responsibility or obligation that you have |
| 31411 |
The mind boggles at the thought of John becoming a teacher. boggle if the mind boggles, or if something boggles the mind, you cannot imagine it because it is too strange, unpleasant, or confusing |
| 31412 |
I boggle at how much some of these lawyers earn. boggle boggle at to be so surprised or shocked that you are unable to believe something |
| 31413 |
We were fine until you stuck your oar in. oar stick put shove your oar in to give your opinion about something that other people are discussing without being asked to |
| 31414 |
I overheard him saying he was thinking of leaving his job. overhear to hear what people are saying during a conversation that you are not involved in |
| 31415 |
She was dithering about what to wear. dither to be unable to make a decision about something |
| 31416 |
Her hip bones jutted out. jut to be further forward than other things or than normal |
| 31417 |
leaded petrol leaded containing lead |
| 31418 |
Don't overdo the spices or you'll lose the flavour of the meat. overdo to do, say, use etc more of something that you should |
| 31419 |
I thought they overdid the sentimentality at the end of the film. overdo to do, say, use etc more of something that you should |
| 31420 |
Be careful not to overdo it with the exercise. overdo overdo it with something to do, say, use etc more of something that you should |
| 31421 |
I'm afraid I've overdone the vegetables. overdo to cook something for too long |
| 31422 |
shutter speed shutter the part inside a camera that quickly opens and closes to let light onto the film |
| 31423 |
The refugees subsist on a diet of rice and vegetables. subsist subsist on to stay alive when you do not have much food or money |
| 31424 |
Her sons are just ill-mannered louts. lout an unpleasant young man who behaves badly, especially in public |
| 31425 |
She was well aware of the potential pitfalls of running a business. pitfall a problem that is likely to happen in a particular situation |
| 31426 |
Her advice helped me avoid some of the common pitfalls. pitfall avoid a pitfall a problem that is likely to happen in a particular situation |
| 31427 |
50,000 refugees had been uprooted and were seeking shelter elsewhere. uproot to leave the place where you live and go to live somewhere else, especially when you do not want to leave, or to make someone do this |
| 31428 |
Don was unwilling to uproot from his home in California. uproot to leave the place where you live and go to live somewhere else, especially when you do not want to leave, or to make someone do this |
| 31429 |
He claims he was coerced into admitting his guilt. coerce to make someone do something by using force or threats |
| 31430 |
It was ordained that no-one could hunt deer without a royal licence. ordain to officially order that something should be done |
| 31431 |
an orthopaedic surgeon orthopaedic relating to the medical treatment of injuries and diseases affecting bones, muscles, joints, and ligaments |
| 31432 |
orthopaedic shoes orthopaedic designed to be used by people with injuries or diseases affecting their bones, muscles, joints, and ligaments |
| 31433 |
Loud snores woke me. snore a sound that you make when you breathe noisily while you sleep |
| 31434 |
The chair creaked as she sat down. creak if something creaks, especially something wooden, it makes a high noise when it moves or when you put weight on it |
| 31435 |
the creak of the barn door creak a high sound that something, especially something wooden, makes when it moves or when you put weight on it |
| 31436 |
His brusque manner did not exactly endear him to his colleagues. endear endear to to make someone liked by someone else |
| 31437 |
Onions give me indigestion. indigestion pain that you get in your stomach when your body has difficulty in digesting the food you have eaten |
| 31438 |
Have you been vaccinated against yellow fever? vaccinate to treat a person or an animal with a vaccine to protect them against a disease |
| 31439 |
a measles polio vaccination vaccinate |
| 31440 |
students agitating for more freedom agitate to try to cause social or political changes by arguing or protesting, or through other political activity |
| 31441 |
I admit I'm daunted by the job, but I'm going to try my best. daunt if something daunts you, it makes you worried because you think that it will be very difficult or dangerous to do |
| 31442 |
He wore torn jeans and a grubby shirt. grubby dirty and needing to be washed |
| 31443 |
mangled bodies wreckage mangle to damage or hurt someone or something seriously by twisting or crushing them so that they no longer have their correct shape |
| 31444 |
The remit is to examine how staff deal with abusive customers. remit a particular area of work that someone is responsible for |
| 31445 |
I'm sorry, but these problems fall outside the remit of the department. remit within outside the remit of a particular area of work that someone is responsible for |
| 31446 |
savoury snacks savoury tasting of salt or spices and not sweet |
| 31447 |
a deliciously savoury aroma savoury pleasant to smell or taste |
| 31448 |
one of the less savoury areas of the city savoury morally or socially pleasant |
| 31449 |
I've just sussed out why he's being so difficult. suss to understand a situation or the reason why someone does something |
| 31450 |
Don't worry about how we're getting there – I've got it sussed. suss to understand a situation or the reason why someone does something |
| 31451 |
The cat licked its whiskers. whisker one of several long stiff hairs that grow near the mouth of some animals |
| 31452 |
The roof tile missed me by a whisker. whisker by a whisker by a very small amount |
| 31453 |
They came within a whisker of winning the game. whisker come within a whisker of something if you come within a whisker of something, it nearly happens |
| 31454 |
The government should not be deluded into thinking that it is popular. delude to make someone think something that is not true |
| 31455 |
I won't dignify his abuse by reacting to it. dignify to make something or someone seem more important than they really are |
| 31456 |
an ice cream parlour parlour a name used by some businesses for the shop or room where they do their business |
| 31457 |
a massage tattoo parlour parlour a name used by some businesses for the shop or room where they do their business |
| 31458 |
Jean had her hair cut at the beauty parlour downstairs. parlour a name used by some businesses for the shop or room where they do their business |
| 31459 |
the assumptions and beliefs that underpin our whole lives underpin to be an important basic part of something, allowing it to succeed or continue to exist |
| 31460 |
She had to accustom herself to eating later in the evening. accustom accustom yourself to something to gradually start to feel that something is normal or natural |
| 31461 |
Half their total spending is allocated to armaments. armament weapons and military equipment used by an army, navy, air force etc |
| 31462 |
an armaments factory armament weapons and military equipment used by an army, navy, air force etc |
| 31463 |
He goggled at Al in disbelief. goggle to look at someone or something in a way that shows you are very surprised or impressed by them |
| 31464 |
The leaders of the two factions instigated peace talks. instigate to make something start, especially an official process |
| 31465 |
Reforms have been introduced at the Prime Minister's instigation. instigate |
| 31466 |
I love him, warts and all. wart warts and all everything about a person or situation, even the bad things |
| 31467 |
We tried to winkle an apology out of them. winkle to get something such as information from someone when they did not intend to give it to you |
| 31468 |
the land that adjoins the park adjoin to be next to and connected to another building, room, area etc |
| 31469 |
Amenities include a gym, a pool, and a jacuzzi. amenity something that makes it comfortable or enjoyable to live or work somewhere |
| 31470 |
parks, shops, and other local amenities amenity something that makes it comfortable or enjoyable to live or work somewhere |
| 31471 |
currant jam currant a small round fruit that may be red, black, or white, and grows on a currant bush |
| 31472 |
Hefty fines are payable for those who exceed their overdraft limit. overdraft overdraft limit (=the amount of money that your bank will allow you to spend over the amount that you really have) an agreement with your bank that allows you to spend money when you have no money left in your account |
| 31473 |
I've got an 80 overdraft at the moment. overdraft have an overdraft the amount of money that someone owes their bank because they have used this agreement |
| 31474 |
a pair of pyjamas pyjamas comfortable trousers and a shirt that you wear in bed |
| 31475 |
He was still in his pyjamas. pyjamas comfortable trousers and a shirt that you wear in bed |
| 31476 |
pyjama trousers bottoms pyjamas |
| 31477 |
a pyjama jacket top pyjamas |
| 31478 |
regulations appertaining to the army appertain appertain to to belong to or be about something |
| 31479 |
Too much choice just bewilders you. bewilder to make someone feel confused |
| 31480 |
Bulldozing began today to make way for the new bypass. bulldoze to clear an area by removing earth, stones etc with a bulldozer |
| 31481 |
I went for a walk to blow away the cobwebs. cobweb blow clear away the cobwebs to make you feel more lively and think more clearly |
| 31482 |
In his speech the principal congratulated the four new professors who had been inducted that afternoon. induct to officially give someone a new job or position, especially in a formal ceremony |
| 31483 |
diseased cellular tissue cellular relating to or consisting of animal or plant cells |
| 31484 |
a cellular structure cellular made up of small units or enclosed spaces |
| 31485 |
a cellular blanket cellular made of a material with holes in it that keeps you warm in cold temperatures and comfortable in warm temperatures |
| 31486 |
a viral infection viral caused by or relating to a virus |
| 31487 |
Within weeks, her blog went viral. viral very popular and spreading very quickly, especially on the Internet |
| 31488 |
The army's test is meant to set a baseline for physical fitness. baseline a quantity, value, or fact used as a standard for measuring other quantities, values, or facts |
| 31489 |
baseline values rates requirements baseline a quantity, value, or fact used as a standard for measuring other quantities, values, or facts |
| 31490 |
The new law would make it illegal to produce a human clone. clone an exact copy of an animal or plant created in a laboratory from the animal's or plant's dna |
| 31491 |
They were the first to clone a sheep from adult cells. clone to create an animal or plant in a laboratory that is an exact copy of another using the original animal's or plant's dna |
| 31492 |
the locus of political power locus the particular place or situation in which something exists or takes place |
| 31493 |
Their incomes are far higher than the national median. median a number that is in the middle of a set when they are arranged in order. For example, in the numbers 1, 3, 4, 8, 9, the median is 4 |
| 31494 |
Due to irregularities, the election has been declared null and void. null null and void with no legal effect |
| 31495 |
downstream effects costs downstream relating to or happening at a later stage in a process |
| 31496 |
The French Revolution was the template for all future revolutions. template something that is used as a pattern or an example for something else |
| 31497 |
Employees were paid late due to an oversight in the accounting department. oversight something that you do not notice or think of that causes problems later |
| 31498 |
the government department that has oversight of air safety oversight oversight of the job of checking that a process or system is working well |
| 31499 |
We took a boat trip upstream to the waterfall. upstream in the opposite direction to the way a river or stream flows |
| 31500 |
exercises to speed up your metabolism metabolism all the chemical processes by which cells produce the energy and substances necessary for life. Food is separated into the parts it is made up of to produce heat and energy, to repair tissues, and to help growth to happen |
| 31501 |
The cause of death was cardiac failure. cardiac connected with your heart |
| 31502 |
There was an especially high uptake in the Business Management course. uptake the number of people who want to do something such as use a service or study a particular subject |
| 31503 |
Vitamin C increases your uptake of minerals such as iron. uptake uptake of a process in which living creatures use substances such as food or water to breathe, produce energy etc |
| 31504 |
I'm sorry, I'm being a bit slow on the uptake: what do you mean? uptake be quick slow on the uptake to take a very short long time to understand or realize something |
| 31505 |
a diagnostic examination test assessment diagnostic used for finding out what physical or mental problem someone has |
| 31506 |
a diagnostic program diagnostic used for finding out what is wrong with a piece of equipment, usually a computer |
| 31507 |
a nuclear holocaust holocaust a war in which very many ordinary people are killed |
| 31508 |
renal failure disease renal relating to your kidneys |
| 31509 |
the Nile delta delta an area where a river divides into several smaller rivers that flow into the sea |
| 31510 |
a saline solution saline containing salt |
| 31511 |
synthetic fabrics synthetic made from artificial materials or substances, not from natural ones |
| 31512 |
synthetic hormones synthetic made from artificial materials or substances, not from natural ones |
| 31513 |
Their apparent friendliness is completely synthetic. synthetic false, or not real |
| 31514 |
People celebrating the millennium filled the streets. millennium the beginning of a period of 1,000 years |
| 31515 |
peninsular lands peninsula |
| 31516 |
international crime syndicates syndicate a group of people or organizations that work together to achieve a particular aim |
| 31517 |
The jackpot prize was won by a syndicate of four workmates. syndicate a group of people or organizations that work together to achieve a particular aim |
| 31518 |
Her show is syndicated on all the local television networks. syndicate to sell newspaper articles, photographs, television programmes etc to organizations so that they can be published or shown in many different places |
| 31519 |
a syndicated newspaper column syndicate to sell newspaper articles, photographs, television programmes etc to organizations so that they can be published or shown in many different places |
| 31520 |
The series appeared in syndication throughout the 1960s. syndicate |
| 31521 |
an awesome task responsibility power awesome very impressive and sometimes a little frightening |
| 31522 |
The drug produced no obvious physiological response. physiological relating to the way that the body of a living thing operates |
| 31523 |
If we don't get this contract, we're up the creek! creek be up the creek (without a paddle) to be in a difficult situation |
| 31524 |
the Tudor dynasty dynasty a family whose members rule a country or region for a long period of time |
| 31525 |
a vase dating back to the Ming dynasty dynasty a period of time during which members of the same family rule a country or region |
| 31526 |
a small cog in the corporate wheel cog someone considered as a minor part of a large organization |
| 31527 |
Passengers got off the train laden with boxes and suitcases. laden laden with carrying something heavy, or supporting the weight of something heavy |
| 31528 |
trees heavily laden with fruit laden heavily laden carrying something heavy, or supporting the weight of something heavy |
| 31529 |
Gerard replied in a voice laden with contempt. laden laden with having a lot of a particular quality or feeling |
| 31530 |
an article that is heavily laden with cynicism laden heavily laden having a lot of a particular quality or feeling |
| 31531 |
The air was laden with incense. laden laden with air that is laden with a particular smell, smells very strongly of that thing |
| 31532 |
He replied promptly in the affirmative. affirmative in the affirmative in agreement with what has been said or approved |
| 31533 |
an affirmative answer affirmative showing that you mean 'yes' |
| 31534 |
As always, the Minister tried to be statesmanlike. statesman |
| 31535 |
You can download this software for free. download to move information to your computer from another computer system or the Internet |
| 31536 |
Wait until it's finished downloading. download to move information to your computer from another computer system or the Internet |
| 31537 |
The download failed. download the process of downloading information to your computer |
| 31538 |
an embryonic industry embryonic just beginning to develop and grow |
| 31539 |
a rather scrappy concert scrappy not put together or performed in an organized way |
| 31540 |
He's cleaning his beloved motorbike. beloved a beloved friend, object etc is one that you love very much. This word is sometimes used humorously to say that someone likes something too much |
| 31541 |
Internet newsgroups, beloved of computer nerds around the world beloved beloved of by very much liked by someone |
| 31542 |
the upcoming elections upcoming an upcoming event will happen soon |
| 31543 |
a pharmaceutical company firm pharmaceutical relating to the production or sale of medicines and drugs used for treating medical conditions |
| 31544 |
the pharmaceutical industry pharmaceutical relating to the production or sale of medicines and drugs used for treating medical conditions |
| 31545 |
Other scientists have been unable to replicate his results. replicate to do or make something again in the same way as before |
| 31546 |
maternal responsibilities maternal relating to being a mother |
| 31547 |
maternal instincts feelings maternal typical of a kind and caring mother |
| 31548 |
surgical tools instruments procedures surgical connected with medical operations, or used for medical operations |
| 31549 |
He died yesterday just three months after he published his memoirs. memoir an account of someone's experiences written by that person, especially the experiences of someone who has taken part in important political or military events |
| 31550 |
Her horse had gone lame. lame a lame animal cannot walk very well because its leg or foot is damaged |
| 31551 |
It sounds a lame excuse, but I never seem to have time to visit. lame a lame excuse, explanation etc is difficult to believe because it seems so unlikely |
| 31552 |
Saturday's game was rather a lame performance. lame done without much effort in a way that seems as though you are not trying very hard |
| 31553 |
The letter is certainly authentic. authentic real, not false or copied |
| 31554 |
an authentic insight into working-class boyhood authentic accurate or based in fact |
| 31555 |
authentic Italian food authentic traditional or original, or very similar to this |
| 31556 |
They're replacing the windows with more authentic ones. authentic traditional or original, or very similar to this |
| 31557 |
reproductive organs reproductive relating to the process of having babies or producing young animals or plants |
| 31558 |
the risk of coronary heart disease coronary relating to your heart |
| 31559 |
He suffered a massive coronary. coronary a heart attack |
| 31560 |
transient damage transient existing, happening, or staying somewhere for a short period of time only |
| 31561 |
transient workers transient existing, happening, or staying somewhere for a short period of time only |
| 31562 |
the transience of human existence transient |
| 31563 |
a skeletal disorder skeletal relating to a skeleton |
| 31564 |
skeletal limbs skeletal extremely thin |
| 31565 |
skeletal plans skeletal consisting only of basic details |
| 31566 |
potassium chloride chloride a chemical that consists partly of chlorine, usually with one other element |
| 31567 |
He has been widely criticized for his advocacy of shorter prison sentences. advocacy strong public support for something |
| 31568 |
The Chicago Tribune tribune a word used in the name of some newspapers |
| 31569 |
invasive diagnostic techniques invasive invasive medical treatment involves putting something into someone's body or cutting into someone's body |
| 31570 |
invasive bladder cancer invasive an invasive disease spreads within the body and is difficult to treat |
| 31571 |
There is no qualitative difference between them. qualitative concerning the quality of something |
| 31572 |
Their relationship was damaged beyond redemption. redemption beyond past redemption too bad to be used or improved |
| 31573 |
the hierarchical structure of medieval society hierarchical a hierarchical society or organization is one in which differences in status are considered to be very important |
| 31574 |
She writes beautiful prose. prose written language in its ordinary form, as opposed to poetry |
| 31575 |
He recorded his emotions in prose and verse. prose in prose written language in its ordinary form, as opposed to poetry |
| 31576 |
Ellis Boulevard boulevard used in street names. The written abbreviation is Blvd |
| 31577 |
the battle of Gettysburg and other American Civil War epics epic an event or activity that lasts a long time and is sometimes difficult or complicated |
| 31578 |
an epic poem poet epic relating to the writing of epics |
| 31579 |
They were engaged in an epic struggle against poverty and ignorance. epic an epic fight or other activity is long and difficult |
| 31580 |
They were cheered on by a partisan crowd of about 20,000 fans. partisan showing strong and usually unfair support for one particular person, group, or idea |
| 31581 |
partisan reporting in the paper partisan showing strong and usually unfair support for one particular person, group, or idea |
| 31582 |
the much-hyped news show hype to use a lot of advertisements and other publicity to influence or interest people |
| 31583 |
the polar regions polar coming from or relating to an area near the North Pole or the South Pole |
| 31584 |
They're polar opposites. polar as different as it is possible to be |
| 31585 |
Were these small movements the precursor to a major earthquake? precursor something that exists before something else, and is related to it or influences its development |
| 31586 |
The temporal sequence of the play is confusing for the audience. temporal relating to time |
| 31587 |
temporal and spatial limits temporal relating to time |
| 31588 |
Queen Elizabeth II is the temporal head of the Church of England. temporal relating to ordinary practical life rather than religious matters |
| 31589 |
James Bond, alias Agent 007 alias used before a different name that someone uses instead of their real name |
| 31590 |
Matthew Perry, alias Chandler in the TV show Friends alias used before the name of a person in a film or TV or radio programme that an actor is famous for playing |
| 31591 |
Schneider entered the US using the alias 'Schwerte'. alias a different name that someone uses instead of their real name |
| 31592 |
China has huge offshore and onshore oil reserves. offshore in the sea, not on the land. This word is used especially for talking about the oil industry |
| 31593 |
an offshore oil rig offshore in the sea, not on the land. This word is used especially for talking about the oil industry |
| 31594 |
offshore islands offshore in the sea but near the coast |
| 31595 |
Avoid offshore winds and don't sail alone. offshore an offshore wind is blowing away from the land, towards the sea |
| 31596 |
offshore assets funds investments offshore relating to or involving money invested in another country |
| 31597 |
offshore banking offshore relating to or involving money invested in another country |
| 31598 |
They're going to be working offshore. offshore |
| 31599 |
The wind was blowing offshore. offshore |
| 31600 |
What is the rationale for this approach to teaching reading? rationale the set of reasons that something such as a plan or belief is based on |
| 31601 |
The Environment Agency has the power to veto the plan. veto to officially refuse to approve or allow something |
| 31602 |
Diane has vetoed every idea I've had so far. veto to refuse to accept someone's suggestion |
| 31603 |
The government has threatened a veto of any tax reform proposals. veto an official refusal to approve or allow something |
| 31604 |
binary numbers binary based on the binary system |
| 31605 |
the town's proximity to the mountains proximity proximity to how near something is to another thing, especially in distance or time |
| 31606 |
All of my family live in close proximity. proximity in close proximity how near something is to another thing, especially in distance or time |
| 31607 |
The article repeated our press release almost verbatim. verbatim repeating the exact words that were used |
| 31608 |
You get good seafood here. seafood fish and shellfish that you can eat |
| 31609 |
a seafood restaurant seafood fish and shellfish that you can eat |
| 31610 |
I didn't get many good vibes from the club. vibe a general feeling that you get from a person or place |
| 31611 |
martial music martial relating to war, fighting, or the armed forces |
| 31612 |
They mediate territorial disputes between neighbouring nations. mediate to try to end a disagreement between two people or groups |
| 31613 |
The Bishop mediates between the demonstrators and the authorities. mediate mediate between to try to end a disagreement between two people or groups |
| 31614 |
Iran mediated an agreement between the two African countries last September. mediate to find an agreement or solution that settles a disagreement |
| 31615 |
the massacre of unarmed civilians massacre the action of killing of a lot of people |
| 31616 |
At the last minute, Jean came up trumps and sorted everything out. trump come up turn up trumps to do what is necessary to succeed, especially when success did not seem likely |
| 31617 |
The boss was not a happy bunny, I can tell you. bunny a happy bunny someone who is satisfied with a situation |
| 31618 |
Brazil caught England napping and scored two goals in the first ten minutes. nap catch someone napping to do something that someone is not expecting so that you get an advantage over them |
| 31619 |
I think I'll have a little nap this afternoon. nap take have a nap a short sleep, usually during the day |
| 31620 |
We aim to give every student the opportunity to excel. excel to do something extremely well |
| 31621 |
Robbie had always excelled at sport. excel excel in at to do something extremely well |
| 31622 |
Matt excelled himself in the 400 metres and was rewarded with a new club record. excel to do something much better than you usually do |
| 31623 |
those attending the meeting or their surrogates surrogate someone or something that replaces another person or thing as their representative |
| 31624 |
an exquisite hand-painted vase from China exquisite extremely beautiful and delicate |
| 31625 |
The furnishings show exquisite taste. exquisite showing excellent judgment |
| 31626 |
exquisitely beautiful exquisite |
| 31627 |
her rather cerebral style of fiction cerebral dealing with complicated ideas rather than with emotions |
| 31628 |
dramatic footage of the raid footage film of a particular subject or event |
| 31629 |
video footage for a number of documentary projects footage film video footage film of a particular subject or event |
| 31630 |
battalions of experts telling us what to do battalion a large group of people with the same aim or opinion |
| 31631 |
Brittany's rugged coastline coastline the land along a coast, especially when seen from the sea or the air |
| 31632 |
lush gardens lush used about places where many plants grow |
| 31633 |
a lush, five-star hotel lush very comfortable and expensive |
| 31634 |
The bank's collapse led to a cascade of business failures. cascade a series of things that come quickly one after the other |
| 31635 |
The tears cascaded down her cheeks. cascade cascade to down from over to flow down or hang down in large amounts |
| 31636 |
dark hair that cascaded to her shoulders cascade to flow down or hang down in large amounts |
| 31637 |
The new development will act as a catalyst for growth in business and tourism. catalyst catalyst for someone or something that causes something to happen or change |
| 31638 |
Make sure that the needles are sterile. sterile completely clean, with no bacteria |
| 31639 |
He was sterile due to a childhood illness. sterile someone who is sterile is not able to produce children |
| 31640 |
her sterile little office in the city sterile a sterile room or environment lacks colour, is not very interesting or comfortable, and is very clean |
| 31641 |
They wasted months in sterile legal debate. sterile a sterile argument or discussion does not contain any interesting new ideas |
| 31642 |
a latent infection latent something that is latent exists but is not obvious and has not developed yet |
| 31643 |
latent anger aggression violence latent something that is latent exists but is not obvious and has not developed yet |
| 31644 |
She's never really found her niche in life. niche a job or activity that you are good at and that is very suitable for you |
| 31645 |
The company fills a niche in the digital TV market. niche an opportunity to sell a particular product or service that no one else is selling |
| 31646 |
The fighting along the border may be a preamble to war. preamble something that happens or comes before something else |
| 31647 |
vanilla essence vanilla made from vanilla, or with vanilla added for flavour |
| 31648 |
vanilla ice cream vanilla made from vanilla, or with vanilla added for flavour |
| 31649 |
a benign tumour benign a benign lump in your body or a benign disease is not cancer and will not kill you |
| 31650 |
a benign smile benign kind and nice |
| 31651 |
a benign old gentleman benign kind and nice |
| 31652 |
Notwithstanding his love of luxury, his house was simple inside. notwithstanding despite something |
| 31653 |
She is an intolerable person, her excellent work notwithstanding. notwithstanding |
| 31654 |
Garda is one of the lake's most picturesque resorts. picturesque a picturesque place or scene is attractive, especially because it is old and interesting |
| 31655 |
singers in picturesque costumes of scarlet and green picturesque used about people's clothes and appearance |
| 31656 |
the intrinsic beauty of the Italian language intrinsic relating to the essential qualities or features of something or someone |
| 31657 |
Providing good service is intrinsic to a successful business. intrinsic intrinsic to relating to the essential qualities or features of something or someone |
| 31658 |
He's an intrinsically honest man. intrinsic |
| 31659 |
a patriotic young Russian patriotic feeling a lot of love, respect, and duty towards your country |
| 31660 |
a strong feeling of nostalgia nostalgia thoughts about happy times in your past, often mixed with the wish to be back in the past |
| 31661 |
stories full of nostalgia for the good old days nostalgia thoughts about happy times in your past, often mixed with the wish to be back in the past |
| 31662 |
spinal lesions lesion a damaged part of an organ, such as the brain or the lungs |
| 31663 |
a rugged coastline rugged not smooth or flat |
| 31664 |
a rugged piece of equipment rugged strong and able to deal with difficult conditions |
| 31665 |
They like to think of themselves as rugged individualists. rugged strong and able to deal with difficult conditions |
| 31666 |
He had a tanned rugged face. rugged not regular in shape, but attractive |
| 31667 |
a rugged sport rugged needing a lot of physical strength |
| 31668 |
They were divorced on the grounds of adultery. adultery sex that takes place between a married person and someone who is not their husband or wife |
| 31669 |
The room had a pleasing geometry about it. geometry the way in which different things are arranged in relation to each other |
| 31670 |
his trademark cowboy hat trademark something that you wear, do, or say that is typical of you |
| 31671 |
an intravenous injection intravenous put directly into a vein |
| 31672 |
intravenous drug users intravenous put directly into a vein |
| 31673 |
She continued to receive fluids intravenously. intravenous |
| 31674 |
a sunny waterfront with pavement cafes and chic boutiques chic fashionable and attractive in style |
| 31675 |
designer casual hippie radical chic chic an attractive fashionable style that people admire |
| 31676 |
fish food pellets pellet a small round piece of a substance |
| 31677 |
shotgun pellets pellet a small round piece of steel or lead that is fired from a gun |
| 31678 |
the campaign to re-elect the incumbent incumbent someone who has an official position |
| 31679 |
the incumbent president incumbent holding an official position at the present time |
| 31680 |
Do you want to go surfing tomorrow? surf go surfing to ride on waves in the sea on a surf board |
| 31681 |
She spends hours every day just surfing the Net. surf to look at various places one after another on the Internet or on television |
| 31682 |
They feared a backlash against the new laws. backlash a strong, negative, and often angry reaction to something that has happened, especially a political or social change |
| 31683 |
Thai Italian cuisine cuisine a particular style of cooking food, especially the style of a particular country or region |
| 31684 |
a chance to try the local cuisine cuisine the food you can eat in a particular place, especially a restaurant or hotel |
| 31685 |
'Vertigo' is the film widely regarded as Hitchcock's masterpiece. masterpiece an excellent painting, book, piece of music etc, or the best work of art that a particular artist, writer, musician etc has ever produced |
| 31686 |
a masterpiece of medieval architecture masterpiece a masterpiece of something an extremely good example of something |
| 31687 |
vintage champagne vintage vintage wine is excellent in quality and was made several years ago |
| 31688 |
vintage motorcycles cars fighter planes vintage a vintage object or vehicle is old, but is kept in good condition because it is interesting or attractive |
| 31689 |
The I Have a Dream speech was vintage Martin Luther King. vintage showing the best or most typical qualities of someone |
| 31690 |
She turned in a vintage display of tennis to win the title. vintage showing the best or most typical qualities of someone |
| 31691 |
This year's vintage will be the best in many years. vintage all of the wine produced in a particular year, or the year that it was produced |
| 31692 |
a collection of guns of all types and vintages vintage the time when something was produced |
| 31693 |
a lucrative business deal contract lucrative bringing a lot of money |
| 31694 |
a noteworthy performance noteworthy worth giving special attention or praise to |
| 31695 |
The safety regulations are extremely stringent. stringent stringent rules or conditions are strict and make you achieve high standards |
| 31696 |
two cats purring in tandem tandem in tandem together and at the same time |
| 31697 |
a volatile stock market volatile a volatile situation can suddenly change or become more dangerous |
| 31698 |
The political situation was becoming more volatile. volatile a volatile situation can suddenly change or become more dangerous |
| 31699 |
Platform shoes are back in vogue. vogue in vogue the state of being popular or fashionable |
| 31700 |
Thin moustaches used to be the vogue. vogue something that is popular or fashionable |
| 31701 |
A whole myriad of options exists for us. myriad a myriad of something an extremely large number of people or things, especially one that is too large to count |
| 31702 |
His voice had modulated into seriousness. modulate if you modulate your voice, or if it modulates, you change the way it sounds |
| 31703 |
Hundreds of passengers were left stranded at the airport. stranded left somewhere with no way of going anywhere else |
| 31704 |
sensory deprivation sensory relating to the senses of sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch |
| 31705 |
erotic films erotic containing scenes or descriptions that are intended to make you sexually excited |
| 31706 |
erotic thoughts erotic involving sexual excitement |
| 31707 |
This is an anniversary that has great resonance for survivors of the train crash. resonance an emotional effect produced by something that reminds you of something else |
| 31708 |
Humanitarian relief efforts have been stopped by the attacks. humanitarian humanitarian aid supplies relief (=food, clothes, medicine, and shelter) relating to efforts to help people who are living in very bad conditions and are suffering because of a war, flood, earthquake etc |
| 31709 |
This earthquake is the worst humanitarian crisis in the country's history. humanitarian a humanitarian disaster crisis relating to efforts to help people who are living in very bad conditions and are suffering because of a war, flood, earthquake etc |
| 31710 |
Two of the hostages were released on humanitarian grounds. humanitarian caring about someone who is in a very bad situation or receiving unfair treatment |
| 31711 |
The climate appears to be in a state of flux. flux in a state of flux a condition of continuous change |
| 31712 |
Their ideas were still in flux. flux in flux a condition of continuous change |
| 31713 |
The recent boom in mobile phone sales seems to have reached a plateau. plateau a period of time when something stops increasing or improving |
| 31714 |
His innate sense of justice made him popular with his workforce. innate an innate quality or ability is one that you have always had |
| 31715 |
He could be out on parole in two years. parole on parole permission for a prisoner to leave prison before the official time if they promise to obey particular rules |
| 31716 |
a citrus press citrus relating to fruits such as oranges or lemons, or to the trees that produce them |
| 31717 |
a citrus orchard citrus relating to fruits such as oranges or lemons, or to the trees that produce them |
| 31718 |
the genital area genital relating to the outer sex organs of a person or animal |
| 31719 |
The campaign is designed to lure tourists back to the province. lure to persuade someone to do something by making it look very attractive |
| 31720 |
You hope your kids will not be lured into smoking. lure to persuade someone to do something by making it look very attractive |
| 31721 |
the lure of Hollywood money lure something that attracts someone to a situation that they may wish they had avoided |
| 31722 |
He was tall, blond, and muscular. muscular very strong and attractive, with muscles that have been developed through exercise |
| 31723 |
a muscular body muscular very strong and attractive, with muscles that have been developed through exercise |
| 31724 |
muscular activity deterioration muscular relating to muscles |
| 31725 |
The interests of the child are paramount. paramount more important than all other things |
| 31726 |
Passenger safety is of paramount importance. paramount of paramount importance more important than all other things |
| 31727 |
a jet cruising at an altitude of 35,000 feet altitude the height of a place or thing above sea level (=the surface of the sea) |
| 31728 |
The Rocky Mountains are lower in altitude than the Himalayas. altitude the height of a place or thing above sea level (=the surface of the sea) |
| 31729 |
Most balloons will burst at high altitude. altitude the height of a place or thing above sea level (=the surface of the sea) |
| 31730 |
The president entered the room, flanked by his advisers. flank to be at the side of something or someone |
| 31731 |
Tact and diplomacy are skills that every good receptionist has. diplomacy the ability to deal with people in a sensitive way that does not upset or offend them |
| 31732 |
a lavish dinner lifestyle garden lavish something that is lavish exists, is spent, or is given in a very large amount, especially if it costs a lot of money |
| 31733 |
lavish presents lavish something that is lavish exists, is spent, or is given in a very large amount, especially if it costs a lot of money |
| 31734 |
He is always lavish with his praise. lavish be lavish with something to give something generously |
| 31735 |
a lavishly decorated ballroom lavish |
| 31736 |
They lavished attention on their grandchildren. lavish lavish something on upon someone to give someone a lot of something, for example money, love, or attention |
| 31737 |
He thought he would win her by lavishing her with expensive gifts. lavish lavish someone with something to give someone a lot of something, for example money, love, or attention |
| 31738 |
underwater caves underwater existing, happening, or used under the surface of water |
| 31739 |
plants that grow underwater underwater |
| 31740 |
exponential growth exponential increasing or growing very fast |
| 31741 |
an exponential factor exponential showing how many times you should multiply a number by itself |
| 31742 |
worries about lax airport security lax not paying enough attention to rules, or not caring enough about quality or safety |
| 31743 |
the lax morals of today's society lax not paying enough attention to rules, or not caring enough about quality or safety |
| 31744 |
lax muscles lax not made firm or tight |
| 31745 |
The lake and mountains provided a dazzling backdrop for the ceremony. backdrop everything that you can see behind the main thing you are looking at |
| 31746 |
Her new novel has 19th-century China as its backdrop. backdrop the situation or place in which something happens |
| 31747 |
Negotiations were carried out against a backdrop of continued fighting. backdrop the situation or place in which something happens |
| 31748 |
the maze at Hampton Court Palace maze an arrangement of closely connected paths separated by tall bushes or trees. The paths often do not lead anywhere, and you have to use your memory and skill to get through |
| 31749 |
a maze of new legislation maze a set of closely connected but complicated rules, issues, ideas etc |
| 31750 |
Ned paced back and forth, ranting about some imagined injustice. rant to complain or talk loudly and angrily for a long time, sometimes saying unreasonable things |
| 31751 |
the latest Hollywood blockbuster blockbuster something that is very successful, especially a film, show, or novel |
| 31752 |
The company has clinched a blockbuster deal. blockbuster something that is very successful, especially a film, show, or novel |
| 31753 |
a ruthless dictator killer ruthless willing to make other people suffer so that you can achieve your aims |
| 31754 |
She showed a ruthless determination to succeed in her career. ruthless willing to make other people suffer so that you can achieve your aims |
| 31755 |
Any form of protest is ruthlessly suppressed. ruthless |
| 31756 |
The political situation here is more akin to dictatorship than democracy. akin akin to something similar to something |
| 31757 |
The rebel leader proved elusive. elusive an elusive person or animal is difficult or impossible to find or catch |
| 31758 |
a rare and elusive bird elusive an elusive person or animal is difficult or impossible to find or catch |
| 31759 |
An agreement to end the fighting remains elusive. elusive difficult or impossible to achieve |
| 31760 |
elusive memories elusive difficult to remember or understand |
| 31761 |
The tree trunk was completely hollow. hollow empty inside |
| 31762 |
hollow chocolate eggs hollow empty inside |
| 31763 |
The government's election promises now seem increasingly hollow. hollow hollow promises or threats are not sincere, or are about things that will not really happen |
| 31764 |
a hollow display of friendship hollow with no real meaning |
| 31765 |
We had won, but it was a hollow victory. hollow with no real meaning |
| 31766 |
The amphitheatre had been hollowed out of the steep hillside. hollow to make or build something by making a hole in something |
| 31767 |
the huge influx of tourists influx influx of a large number of people or things coming to a particular place |
| 31768 |
frozen chilled scared to the marrow marrow to the marrow used for emphasizing how much something such as cold or fear affects you |
| 31769 |
a barren landscape stretching into infinity infinity a space, time, or distance that continues without end or limits |
| 31770 |
an infinity of combinations infinity infinity of a very large amount of something, or a very large number of things |
| 31771 |
an infinity of patience infinity a very large amount of something, or a very large number of things |
| 31772 |
Don't shoot the messenger – I'm just telling you what I heard! messenger shoot blame kill the messenger to blame the person who brings bad news, even though it is not their fault |
| 31773 |
She showed a reckless disregard for her own safety. reckless not thinking about the possible bad effects of your actions |
| 31774 |
Most computer hardware rapidly becomes obsolete. obsolete no longer used because of being replaced by something newer and more effective |
| 31775 |
obsolete concepts obsolete no longer used because of being replaced by something newer and more effective |
| 31776 |
a vibrant city vibrant lively and exciting |
| 31777 |
a strong vibrant market economy vibrant lively and exciting |
| 31778 |
a vibrant green vibrant bright and colourful |
| 31779 |
Interest-free credit is on offer and customers are taking the bait. bait take the bait (=accept what is offered) something that is offered in order to persuade someone to do something or buy something |
| 31780 |
There was a collision between the French and German boats. collision collision between an accident in which a person or vehicle that is moving crashes into something |
| 31781 |
Their car was in collision with an ambulance. collision in collision with an accident in which a person or vehicle that is moving crashes into something |
| 31782 |
The stolen car was involved in a head-on collision with a truck. collision a head-on collision (=in which the front of one vehicle crashes into the front of another) an accident in which a person or vehicle that is moving crashes into something |
| 31783 |
an attempt to avoid a head-on collision between the different branches of the party collision a head-on collision (=a situation in which agreement is impossible) a very serious argument |
| 31784 |
The affair is described as a collision between personality and principle. collision an occasion when two very different things meet or come together |
| 31785 |
Her views put her on a collision course with the rest of her party. collision likely to have an argument because of having very different beliefs or opinions |
| 31786 |
a mound of papers mound an amount of something in a pile |
| 31787 |
Remove the tomato seeds and pulp. pulp the inside of a fruit or vegetable |
| 31788 |
My aunt always cooks vegetables to a pulp. pulp a thick soft substance made by crushing or cooking something until it is almost liquid |
| 31789 |
a pulp romance novel pulp pulp books, magazines, and films have not been written very well, and are often about sex or violence |
| 31790 |
The place has always inspired me with awe and wonder. awe a feeling of great respect and admiration, often combined with fear |
| 31791 |
They gazed in awe at their hero. awe in awe a feeling of great respect and admiration, often combined with fear |
| 31792 |
He is totally in awe of his father. awe be stand in awe of someone a feeling of great respect and admiration, often combined with fear |
| 31793 |
He looked at the palace, awed by its size and beauty. awe be awed by something to feel great respect, admiration, and sometimes fear for something |
| 31794 |
We sat in awed silence. awe |
| 31795 |
the Spanish conquest of Peru conquest the process of taking control of land or people during a war |
| 31796 |
territories that were among Hitler's conquests of 1940 conquest the land or people that a more powerful army or government has taken control of during a war |
| 31797 |
our strategy for the conquest of foreign markets conquest the process of gaining control of something through great effort |
| 31798 |
the conquest of Mount Everest conquest the process of gaining control of something through great effort |
| 31799 |
Rescue efforts are underway to find the lost climbers. underway already started or happening |
| 31800 |
The concert got underway at exactly 8.00. underway get underway (=begin) already started or happening |
| 31801 |
an armed uprising against the monarchy uprising a political situation in which a large group of people opposes and tries to defeat the government or a ruler |
| 31802 |
Both sides were locked in a cycle of violence and vengeance. vengeance the act of harming or killing someone because they have done something bad to you |
| 31803 |
He was desperate to take vengeance on Marie's killer. vengeance take wreak inflict vengeance on someone the act of harming or killing someone because they have done something bad to you |
| 31804 |
The disease came back with a vengeance. vengeance with a vengeance used for emphasizing that something happens in an extreme way or with a lot of force |
| 31805 |
The question elicited a positive response from 60% of voters. elicit to make someone react in the way that you want |
| 31806 |
Their research had elicited very little so far. elicit to manage to get information from someone |
| 31807 |
a wire mesh fence mesh a piece of material like a net, made from a lot of closely connected wires, strings etc |
| 31808 |
The new software should mesh well with our existing systems. mesh if two things mesh, they work well together |
| 31809 |
The situation at the border was chaotic, with thousands of refugees arriving every day. chaotic happening in a confused way and without any order or organization |
| 31810 |
Detectives often use covert video surveillance. covert secret |
| 31811 |
He stole a covert glance at Lily. covert secret |
| 31812 |
The human population was growing in inverse proportion to that of the lions and elephants (=as one increased, the other decreased). inverse inverse proportion relationship changing in the opposite way to something else, especially in position, size, or amount |
| 31813 |
Abuse of power among senior officials is said to be rampant. rampant existing, happening, or spreading in an uncontrolled way |
| 31814 |
a tentative agreement deal tentative not definite, or not certain |
| 31815 |
a tentative look smile tentative not confident |
| 31816 |
The peace talks are tentatively planned for next week. tentative |
| 31817 |
a mediocre performance mediocre average or below average in quality, ability, or achievement |
| 31818 |
indie rock bands indie indie films and music are produced and sold by small independent companies |
| 31819 |
The West used to be the paradigm of economic success. paradigm paradigm of a typical example or model of something |
| 31820 |
a cultural scientific paradigm paradigm a set of ideas that are used for understanding or explaining something, especially in a particular subject |
| 31821 |
He seems to be under relentless pressure at work. relentless something bad that is relentless never seems to stop or improve |
| 31822 |
relentless criticism relentless something bad that is relentless never seems to stop or improve |
| 31823 |
Arnold was relentless in his pursuit of a good news story. relentless relentless in determined, and never stopping your attempts to achieve something |
| 31824 |
We made a pact never to tell anyone about what had happened. pact sign make a pact to do something an agreement between two or more people or organizations in which they promise to do something |
| 31825 |
a man sadly lacking in charisma charisma a strong personal quality that makes other people like you and be attracted to you |
| 31826 |
his exposition of recent developments in the teaching of history exposition exposition of a detailed explanation of something such as an idea or process, or the action of giving such an explanation |
| 31827 |
dance grooves groove a piece of popular music with a good beat |
| 31828 |
It is difficult getting back into a groove when you have taken two months off. groove in a the groove starting to perform very well, especially in sport |
| 31829 |
his limited repertoire of cooking skills repertoire the full range of things that someone or something can do |
| 31830 |
We teach the full repertoire of programming techniques. repertoire the full range of things that someone or something can do |
| 31831 |
She kept the tickets as a souvenir of the evening. souvenir something that you buy during a holiday or at a special event to remind you later of being there |
| 31832 |
a tray on which a pyramid of empty cups and glasses was balanced pyramid pyramid of a pile of things arranged in the shape of a pyramid |
| 31833 |
This really only benefits the few at the top of the social pyramid. pyramid an organization or system that has fewer people at each level as you get towards the top |
| 31834 |
tangible evidence tangible important and noticeable |
| 31835 |
The scheme will bring tangible economic benefits to the area. tangible important and noticeable |
| 31836 |
His hostility was almost tangible. tangible something that is tangible is something that you can touch |
| 31837 |
marital bliss bliss complete happiness |
| 31838 |
Two weeks just lying on a hot beach. What bliss! bliss complete happiness |
| 31839 |
The campaign aims to combat public indifference to racial discrimination. indifference lack of interest or sympathy |
| 31840 |
computers with the ability to mimic human intelligence mimic to behave or work in the same way as something else |
| 31841 |
a mimic battle mimic made to look real, but not real |
| 31842 |
Such headaches can be precipitated by certain foods as well as stress. precipitate to make something happen or begin to exist suddenly and quickly, especially something bad |
| 31843 |
precipitate action precipitate done too quickly, and without enough thought or preparation |
| 31844 |
a long tubular handle tubular shaped like a tube, or made from tubes |
| 31845 |
She has written a sequel to Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice'. sequel a book, film, play etc that continues the story of an earlier one |
| 31846 |
The players seemed upbeat about their chances of winning. upbeat upbeat about happy and positive because you are confident that you will get what you want |
| 31847 |
an affluent area of Edinburgh affluent used about a place where people have a lot of money |
| 31848 |
a crusade to ban tobacco advertising crusade a crusade to do something an effort over a long time to achieve something that you strongly believe is morally right |
| 31849 |
a crusade for equal rights crusade crusade for an effort over a long time to achieve something that you strongly believe is morally right |
| 31850 |
They led an unsuccessful crusade against government corruption. crusade crusade against an effort over a long time to achieve something that you strongly believe is morally right |
| 31851 |
a lawyer crusading for social justice crusade crusade for to work hard for a long time to achieve something that you strongly believe is morally right |
| 31852 |
They're crusading against child abuse. crusade crusade against to work hard for a long time to achieve something that you strongly believe is morally right |
| 31853 |
feats of strength endurance skill feat something impressive and often dangerous that someone does |
| 31854 |
We've remained profitable for 27 years, and that's no mean feat. feat be no mean feat (=not be easy to achieve) something impressive and often dangerous that someone does |
| 31855 |
tertiary education tertiary relating to colleges and universities |
| 31856 |
a tertiary problem issue tertiary less important |
| 31857 |
tertiary industry tertiary providing services rather than selling or making products |
| 31858 |
evangelical preachers evangelical relating to a form of Christianity in which church services are very lively and people express their religious beliefs in an open and enthusiastic way |
| 31859 |
a sugar plantation plantation a large farm where crops such as tea, coffee, cotton, and sugar are grown |
| 31860 |
political social satire satire the use of humour to criticize someone or something and make them seem silly |
| 31861 |
His latest book is a biting satire on the monarchy. satire a play, book, film etc that uses this humour |
| 31862 |
bilingual education bilingual involving or written in two languages |
| 31863 |
a bilingual dictionary bilingual involving or written in two languages |
| 31864 |
the demise of the typewriter in this computer age demise the time when something stops existing |
| 31865 |
Helen turned the radio down lest she should miss the phone ringing. lest in case something unpleasant happens |
| 31866 |
He saved a Labour party which, lest we forget, came close to extinction. lest lest we forget used when reminding people of something very important |
| 31867 |
I think Nicole's tricks are rebounding on her. rebound if something bad that you try to do to someone rebounds on you, it harms you instead of them |
| 31868 |
She met Dennis on the rebound. rebound on the rebound feeling sad after a sexual or romantic relationship has ended, used especially when someone is impatient to start a new relationship in order to forget the old one |
| 31869 |
Your mother can't be at your beck and call all the time. beck at someone's beck and call available to do things for another person whenever they want |
| 31870 |
mundane activities tasks matters mundane ordinary and not interesting or exciting, especially because of happening too regularly |
| 31871 |
a vulgar waste of money vulgar lacking the ability to judge what is attractive, suitable etc |
| 31872 |
For goodness sake, stop whining! whine to complain in a way that annoys other people |
| 31873 |
What are you whining about now? whine whine about to complain in a way that annoys other people |
| 31874 |
'But it's cold out there,' he whined. whine to say something in this way |
| 31875 |
A bullet whined angrily past him. whine if something whines, it makes a high loud sound |
| 31876 |
His whining really annoys me. whine |
| 31877 |
There were a few whines and whimpers about policy changes. whine a complaint, especially one that you make in an annoying voice |
| 31878 |
the high-pitched whine of a vacuum cleaner whine a high sound made by a machine, insect etc |
| 31879 |
a whiny voice whine |
| 31880 |
Wrap the cheese in foil to keep it moist. foil very light thin sheets of metal used for wrapping things, especially food |
| 31881 |
The plain stone floor is a perfect foil to the highly decorated walls. foil foil to for someone or something that makes another person or thing seem better or more attractive because of the differences between them |
| 31882 |
The escape attempt was foiled by wardens firing in the air. foil to prevent someone from doing something that they are trying to do |
| 31883 |
This paragraph contains the kernel of the argument. kernel the central or most important part of something |
| 31884 |
neon lights signs neon using neon |
| 31885 |
neon colours neon very bright |
| 31886 |
an encyclopedia of science encyclopedia a book or set of books giving information about a lot of different subjects or about one particular subject |
| 31887 |
Mick Jagger, the godfather of rock-and-roll vocals godfather a man who has had a very strong influence in creating something |
| 31888 |
Roman mythology mythology a collection of ancient myths, especially those of a particular country or religion |
| 31889 |
needy children families needy a needy person does not have enough money, food, clothing etc. |
| 31890 |
There are problems getting food and money to the needy. needy poor people |
| 31891 |
The campaign is designed to bolster the government's image as being tough on crime. bolster to make something stronger or more effective |
| 31892 |
His score will bolster his confidence for the next match. bolster to make something stronger or more effective |
| 31893 |
the Stewart clan clan a large group of families that are related to each other, especially in Scotland |
| 31894 |
the Kennedy clan clan a big family |
| 31895 |
the country's turbulent history turbulent a turbulent situation, place, or period is one in which there is a lot of uncontrolled change |
| 31896 |
I am astounded by your arrogance. arrogance behaviour that shows that you think you are better or more important than other people |
| 31897 |
a gourmet meal gourmet gourmet food is of a very high quality |
| 31898 |
the salty tang of the sea tang a taste or smell that is strong and bitter in a pleasant way |
| 31899 |
music with a tang of tension tang a slight idea of something |
| 31900 |
The scenery along the coast was just breathtaking. breathtaking extremely impressive or beautiful |
| 31901 |
I found her rudeness quite breathtaking. breathtaking extremely bad or shocking |
| 31902 |
He was looking hale and hearty on his 80th birthday. hale hale and hearty healthy and strong |
| 31903 |
She treated us with the friendly professionalism that has become her hallmark. hallmark a typical feature |
| 31904 |
The killings bore all the hallmarks of drug-related murders. hallmark have bear all the hallmarks of something a typical feature |
| 31905 |
an infamous criminal infamous well known for something bad |
| 31906 |
a pathological fear of spiders pathological pathological behaviour or feelings are not based on reason and cannot be controlled by the person experiencing them |
| 31907 |
a pathological liar pathological pathological behaviour or feelings are not based on reason and cannot be controlled by the person experiencing them |
| 31908 |
He banned political parties and crushed dissent. dissent strong disagreement, especially with what people in authority think or with what the majority of people think |
| 31909 |
a dissenting voice view opinion dissent |
| 31910 |
a futile rescue attempt futile unsuccessful, or useless |
| 31911 |
It's futile trying to persuade him to change his mind. futile unsuccessful, or useless |
| 31912 |
The peace talks have proved futile. futile unsuccessful, or useless |
| 31913 |
There is a degree of hypocrisy in expressing outrage at environmental disasters while doing nothing to prevent them. hypocrisy behaviour in which someone claims to have certain moral principles or beliefs but behaves in a way that shows they are not sincere |
| 31914 |
a porcelain dinner service porcelain a hard shiny white substance used for making expensive dishes, cups, decorations etc |
| 31915 |
sturdy legs shoes plants sturdy strong and not easily hurt, damaged, or affected by what happens |
| 31916 |
sturdily built sturdy |
| 31917 |
a freshwater lake freshwater consisting of water that does not contain salt |
| 31918 |
freshwater fish freshwater living in water that does not contain salt |
| 31919 |
Each republic occupied a territory on the periphery of the Soviet Union. periphery on the periphery of something the outer part of an area, very far from the centre |
| 31920 |
groups on the periphery of the party periphery on at the periphery only slightly involved with something, and not a very important part of it |
| 31921 |
a sham marriage sham not real but claimed to be real |
| 31922 |
Unfortunately, there's still a stigma attached to mental illness. stigma a feeling that something is wrong or embarrassing in some way |
| 31923 |
suffering from the stigma of having this disease stigma stigma of a feeling that something is wrong or embarrassing in some way |
| 31924 |
an economic turnaround turnaround an important change in a situation that causes it to improve |
| 31925 |
an avid reader supporter avid very enthusiastic about something you do regularly |
| 31926 |
The roadside crosses are a poignant reminder of fatal accidents. poignant giving you feelings of sadness |
| 31927 |
a poignant film poignant giving you feelings of sadness |
| 31928 |
political rivalries rivalry a situation in which people, teams, businesses etc compete with one another |
| 31929 |
There is friendly rivalry between the two teams. rivalry rivalry between a situation in which people, teams, businesses etc compete with one another |
| 31930 |
a twofold increase in cases of meningitis twofold twice as much, or twice as many |
| 31931 |
Our aim is twofold. twofold consisting of two parts |
| 31932 |
Traffic on the road has increased twofold. twofold by twice the amount |
| 31933 |
Ariel, the heroine of Disney's The Little Mermaid heroine the main female character of a book, film, or play, or a good female character. The main male character is called the hero |
| 31934 |
Madonna was her heroine. heroine a woman who is admired for doing something very brave or good |
| 31935 |
the president's inaugural address inaugural an inaugural speech is one made by someone to celebrate the start of an important new job |
| 31936 |
a pervasive farmyard smell pervasive spreading through the whole of something and becoming a very obvious feature of it |
| 31937 |
the pervasive influence of Christianity in the Middle Ages pervasive spreading through the whole of something and becoming a very obvious feature of it |
| 31938 |
a man woman of stature stature the amount of public respect or popularity that someone or something has |
| 31939 |
He's a writer who has grown in stature over the last few years. stature gain grow rise in stature the amount of public respect or popularity that someone or something has |
| 31940 |
There is still a disparity in salaries among people doing the same job. disparity disparity in a difference between things |
| 31941 |
This case gave new prominence to the problem of domestic violence. prominence the state of being important or well known |
| 31942 |
His family rose to prominence in the 1990s. prominence the state of being important or well known |
| 31943 |
She has never shown any remorse for her crime. remorse show feel express remorse (for) a strong sad and guilty feeling about something that you have done wrong |
| 31944 |
She's regarded as being rather eccentric. eccentric someone who is eccentric often behaves in slightly strange or unusual ways |
| 31945 |
an eccentric, difficult genius eccentric someone who is eccentric often behaves in slightly strange or unusual ways |
| 31946 |
a rather eccentric decision by the referee eccentric used about actions, decisions, or things that people make that are strange or unusual |
| 31947 |
an eccentric family tradition eccentric used about actions, decisions, or things that people make that are strange or unusual |
| 31948 |
supernatural powers supernatural used about things that seem to come from a power such as magic and do not have a natural or scientific explanation |
| 31949 |
Rumours abound about the breakup of her marriage. abound to be present in large numbers or amounts |
| 31950 |
The markets abound with imported goods. abound abound with in to be filled with or contain a lot of something |
| 31951 |
You can't just ape other singers if you want to be a successful recording artist. ape to copy someone, especially the way they behave or speak |
| 31952 |
a cessation of hostilities cessation cessation of an end to something |
| 31953 |
a smoking cessation clinic cessation the act of stopping smoking |
| 31954 |
His credentials as a football manager are impressive. credentials personal qualities, achievements, or experiences that make someone suitable for something |
| 31955 |
The company is looking to enhance its environmental credentials (=improve its reputation concerning the environment). credentials personal qualities, achievements, or experiences that make someone suitable for something |
| 31956 |
The policeman asked to see the driver's credentials. credentials documents that prove who you are or that show your qualifications or status |
| 31957 |
an LSD flashback flashback a sudden very clear memory of something that you experienced while under the influence of a drug |
| 31958 |
a sinister and dangerous criminal who has finally been apprehended sinister threatening to do harm or to do something evil |
| 31959 |
There's a sinister feeling about this old abandoned house. sinister threatening to do harm or to do something evil |
| 31960 |
a movie about Chicago gangsters in the 1920s gangster a member of an organized group of criminals |
| 31961 |
The hot-water and drainage systems have to be overhauled. overhaul to take apart and repair a machine in order to make it work better |
| 31962 |
He has promised to overhaul the welfare system. overhaul to completely change a system in order to make it work more effectively |
| 31963 |
That engine needs a complete overhaul. overhaul a thorough repair to a machine |
| 31964 |
repeated calls for an overhaul of the health-care system overhaul a complete change to a system that is intended to make it work more effectively |
| 31965 |
Money is a perennial source of disagreement among couples. perennial always existing, or never seeming to change |
| 31966 |
The Wizard of Oz is a perennial favourite with children. perennial always existing, or never seeming to change |
| 31967 |
They are perennially in debt. perennial |
| 31968 |
From across the river we saw the full sweep of the Manhattan skyline. skyline the shapes made by buildings or mountains when you see them against the sky |
| 31969 |
a film computer wine buff buff someone who is very interested in and knows a lot about a particular subject |
| 31970 |
air-conditioning ducts duct a pipe or tube in a building that carries something such as air or protects wires |
| 31971 |
tear ducts duct a narrow tube that carries liquid inside your body or in an animal or plant |
| 31972 |
a bile duct duct a narrow tube that carries liquid inside your body or in an animal or plant |
| 31973 |
Bill's eyes glittered with irritation. glitter if your eyes glitter, they show a strong emotion such as anger |
| 31974 |
the glitter and glare of Las Vegas glitter an exciting and attractive quality that something has, often something that has no real value |
| 31975 |
a pragmatic approach to problem-solving pragmatic involving or emphasizing practical results rather than theories and ideas |
| 31976 |
a pragmatic world leader pragmatic involving or emphasizing practical results rather than theories and ideas |
| 31977 |
Those are parts of your anatomy that we'd rather not hear about. anatomy the human body |
| 31978 |
an essay on the anatomy of Communism anatomy anatomy of a careful examination of a situation, problem etc |
| 31979 |
the ecology of the wetlands ecology the relationship between the plants, animals, and the environment in a particular area |
| 31980 |
There was an eerie resemblance between them. eerie strange and mysterious, and sometimes frightening |
| 31981 |
The forest was eerily silent. eerie |
| 31982 |
'Social exclusion' seems to be the latest euphemism for poverty. euphemism a word or expression that people use when they want to talk about something unpleasant or embarrassing without mentioning the thing itself |
| 31983 |
The world's finite resources must be used wisely. finite existing only in limited numbers or amounts, or continuing only for a limited time or distance |
| 31984 |
Bad stitching denotes a poor quality carpet. denote to be a feature that shows you what something is |
| 31985 |
In the table, T denotes time and W weight. denote to mean something |
| 31986 |
fluffy kittens fluffy covered with very soft hair or feathers |
| 31987 |
a fluffy jumper fluffy made of something very soft such as wool |
| 31988 |
a fluffy cake fluffy food that is fluffy is soft and light because it contains a lot of air |
| 31989 |
We haven't thought about the logistics of getting everyone here from Glasgow. logistics logistics of the practical arrangements that are necessary in order to organize something successfully, especially something involving a lot of people or equipment |
| 31990 |
We faced very difficult logistical problems. logistics |
| 31991 |
a maritime company disaster maritime involving ships or the business of moving people and goods in ships |
| 31992 |
Canada's maritime provinces maritime close to the sea |
| 31993 |
old cinema memorabilia memorabilia objects that you collect because they belonged to someone famous or are connected with something that interests you |
| 31994 |
Certain migrant groups seem to do better than others. migrant a migrant person or animal is one that travels to a different place or country in order to stay there |
| 31995 |
a negligible rise in unemployment negligible very unimportant or small |
| 31996 |
a negligible risk negligible very unimportant or small |
| 31997 |
A lot of adults feel nostalgic about their childhood. nostalgic remembering happy times in the past |
| 31998 |
a nostalgic visit to their home country nostalgic making someone remember happy times in the past |
| 31999 |
Her father was overthrown in a military coup in the seventies. overthrow to force a leader or government out of their position of power |
| 32000 |
the overthrow of the military regime overthrow overthrow of a successful attempt to force a leader or government out of their position of power |
| 32001 |
The informant spoke on condition of anonymity (=in return for his name not being mentioned). anonymity a situation in which the name of a person who does something such as write a book or give information is not known or is kept secret |
| 32002 |
the bustle and anonymity of a big city (=where people do not know each other) anonymity a situation in which the name of a person who does something such as write a book or give information is not known or is kept secret |
| 32003 |
the anonymity of the airport hotel anonymity a situation in which something has no interesting or unusual features |
| 32004 |
Police are launching a new crackdown on drug users. crackdown strong action that someone in authority takes to stop a particular activity |
| 32005 |
a government crackdown against terrorists crackdown strong action that someone in authority takes to stop a particular activity |
| 32006 |
my Saturday morning excursion into town excursion a short journey that you take for pleasure |
| 32007 |
a one-day excursion to the Grand Canyon excursion a short visit to an interesting place arranged by a tourist organization, often as part of a holiday |
| 32008 |
His rare excursions into poetry show real talent. excursion an excursion into something an attempt to do something different from what you usually do |
| 32009 |
Ouch! That really hurts! ouch used for expressing a feeling of sudden pain |
| 32010 |
He oozes charm from every pore. pore from every pore used for emphasizing that someone has a very strong feeling or quality that is very obvious |
| 32011 |
Ben was poring over computer printouts with an engineer. pore pore over to examine or read something very carefully and in a lot of detail |
| 32012 |
He prefaced his speech with a quotation from Faulkner. preface to say, do, or write something before you say, do, or write the most important part |
| 32013 |
One poor sucker had actually given her his life's savings. sucker someone who is easily tricked or easily persuaded to do something |
| 32014 |
Mike's a sucker for foreign sports cars. sucker be a sucker for to like a particular type of person or thing very much, so that you will do almost anything to please them or to have them |
| 32015 |
These surreal events eventually led to police arresting the teacher in her classroom. surreal something surreal is so strange that you cannot believe it is real |
| 32016 |
'I'm having the cheese and tomato pizza.' 'Ditto.' ditto used for saying that you agree with what someone has just said or that your feelings or wishes are the same as theirs |
| 32017 |
The salad will have to be washed and chopped. Ditto the vegetables. ditto ditto (for) someone something used for saying that that same thing also affects someone or something else, or that it is also true about them |
| 32018 |
Human infants have a gestation period of nine months. gestation gestation period (=the time gestation takes) the time during which a human or animal baby develops inside its mother, or the process by which this happens |
| 32019 |
a homogeneous group homogeneous consisting of things that are very similar or all of the same type |
| 32020 |
Several countries have questioned the legitimacy of the new government. legitimacy the fact that something is legal |
| 32021 |
a permissive society permissive allowing someone a large amount of freedom to behave as they choose, especially in relation to sex |
| 32022 |
psychic energy psychic connected with mysterious mental powers that cannot be explained by science |
| 32023 |
the effect of childhood on a person's psychic make up psychic connected with your mind rather than your body |
| 32024 |
a bamboo table bamboo a tall tropical plant with thick light-brown stems that are used for making things such as furniture and fences |
| 32025 |
Hurry up and tell me! The suspense is killing me! suspense excitement or worry that you feel when you are waiting to find out what has happened or what will happen |
| 32026 |
The film was a masterpiece of suspense. suspense excitement or worry that you feel when you are waiting to find out what has happened or what will happen |
| 32027 |
Please don't keep me in suspense. I need to know! suspense keep leave someone in suspense excitement or worry that you feel when you are waiting to find out what has happened or what will happen |
| 32028 |
the climax to this season's Champions' Cup climax climax of to the most exciting or important moment in a story, event, or situation, usually near the end |
| 32029 |
The festival reached a climax with a dazzling performance from Pavarotti. climax come to reach a climax the most exciting or important moment in a story, event, or situation, usually near the end |
| 32030 |
an inner-city ghetto ghetto an area in a city or town where people of a particular type live, usually in poor conditions |
| 32031 |
He was unaware of the impending disaster. impending an impending event or situation, especially an unpleasant one, is one that will happen very soon |
| 32032 |
the impending elections impending an impending event or situation, especially an unpleasant one, is one that will happen very soon |
| 32033 |
computer users with a high degree of sophistication sophistication the quality of knowing and understanding a lot about a complicated subject |
| 32034 |
a spirited individual spirited expressing opinions or intentions in a determined way |
| 32035 |
a spirited performance spirited full of energy |
| 32036 |
an aura of innocence aura aura of a quality that seems to surround or come from a person, place, or situation |
| 32037 |
the aura of history that surrounds the place aura a quality that seems to surround or come from a person, place, or situation |
| 32038 |
bilateral negotiations talks bilateral a bilateral agreement or activity is one that involves two groups or countries |
| 32039 |
professional business diplomatic etiquette etiquette a set of rules about behaviour for people in a particular profession |
| 32040 |
aerobic bacteria aerobic using oxygen |
| 32041 |
fraudulent hospital accounts fraudulent made with the intention of tricking someone, especially illegally |
| 32042 |
It's easy to be indifferent to money when you've never been poor. indifferent indifferent to lacking interest in something, or lacking sympathy with someone |
| 32043 |
an enthusiastic but indifferent golfer indifferent not very good |
| 32044 |
Everyone got a prize, whether they were good, bad or indifferent. indifferent good, bad, or indifferent (=good, bad, or average) not very good |
| 32045 |
nylon sheets nylon a strong artificial substance that is used in making plastic and cloth |
| 32046 |
an obnoxious child obnoxious very rude, offensive, or unpleasant |
| 32047 |
an obnoxious habit obnoxious very rude, offensive, or unpleasant |
| 32048 |
Peter had shown scant regard for her feelings. scant scant regard very little, or not enough |
| 32049 |
Jen paid scant attention to their conversation. scant scant attention very little, or not enough |
| 32050 |
A scant fifteen minutes earlier they had been safe at home. scant not more than a small amount or number |
| 32051 |
a largely solitary bird solitary tending to spend a lot of time alone |
| 32052 |
the solitary inhabitant of the island solitary in a place or situation where there are no other people |
| 32053 |
A solitary policeman stood at the gate. solitary in a place or situation where there are no other people |
| 32054 |
Mathematical research is a largely solitary pursuit. solitary done or experienced by someone who is alone |
| 32055 |
He didn't say a single solitary word to me all evening. solitary used for emphasizing that there is not even one person or thing |
| 32056 |
Once the plane was airborne, drinks were brought round. airborne an aircraft that is airborne is in the air |
| 32057 |
the 82nd airborne division airborne used for describing groups of soldiers who jump from aircraft using parachutes |
| 32058 |
airborne germs dust particles airborne carried in the air |
| 32059 |
the TB bacillus bacillus a type of bacteria with a long straight shape, some of which cause diseases |
| 32060 |
Take two capsules three times a day. capsule a small round container filled with medicine that you swallow whole |
| 32061 |
It is now commonplace for people to use the Internet at home. commonplace not unusual |
| 32062 |
a man of majestic appearance and great dignity majestic big, beautiful, or impressive in a calm and serious way |
| 32063 |
majestic mountains majestic big, beautiful, or impressive in a calm and serious way |
| 32064 |
a smug expression face smile smug too satisfied with your abilities or achievements. This word shows that you dislike people like this |
| 32065 |
She cared nothing for such trivia. trivia unimportant details or information |
| 32066 |
a trivia quiz game trivia facts about subjects such as sport, history, or television programmes that people use to answer questions in a game |
| 32067 |
aquatic birds aquatic growing or living in or near water |
| 32068 |
aquatic pollution aquatic relating to or involving water |
| 32069 |
a cosmopolitan atmosphere cosmopolitan showing the influence of many different countries and cultures |
| 32070 |
this great cosmopolitan city cosmopolitan used about a place where people from many different countries and cultures live |
| 32071 |
modern progressive people with a truly cosmopolitan outlook cosmopolitan used about someone who has travelled a lot and knows about different societies and cultures |
| 32072 |
There was a note of hysteria in her voice. hysteria a state of uncontrolled excitement or extreme fear |
| 32073 |
He accused the government of whipping up public hysteria. hysteria a situation in which a lot of people react to something in an uncontrolled or unreasonable way |
| 32074 |
The episode was a classic case of mass hysteria. hysteria mass hysteria a situation in which a lot of people react to something in an uncontrolled or unreasonable way |
| 32075 |
Never give up! That's my motto! motto a short statement that expresses something such as a principle or an aim, often used as a statement of belief by an organization or individual |
| 32076 |
an odyssey of self-discovery odyssey a person's progress from one stage of life or set of beliefs to another |
| 32077 |
a spiritual odyssey odyssey a person's progress from one stage of life or set of beliefs to another |
| 32078 |
Improper storage may decrease the potency of the drug. potency the strength of a medicine, drug, or chemical |
| 32079 |
He charges 20 for each session, or any part thereof. thereof of or involving something that has been mentioned |
| 32080 |
One of the curtains twitched slightly. twitch to make a sudden short movement |
| 32081 |
A muscle in her neck twitched. twitch used about a sudden slight uncontrolled movement of your body |
| 32082 |
His mouth gave a twitch of annoyance. twitch a sudden slight uncontrolled movement of your body |
| 32083 |
He gave his mother's skirt a twitch. twitch a sudden short pull |
| 32084 |
prehistoric animals carvings remains times prehistoric relating to the period of time before history was first written down |
| 32085 |
Parents are demanding greater transparency in the selection process. transparency an honest way of doing things that allows other people to know exactly what you are doing |
| 32086 |
The students consider themselves the vanguard of the independence movement. vanguard the people who introduce and develop new ways of thinking, new technologies etc |
| 32087 |
Microprocessor technology is in the vanguard of modern production techniques. vanguard in the vanguard in a leading position |
| 32088 |
The blockade of the harbour will be lifted at midnight. blockade lift a blockade (=end a blockade) an official action that is intended to prevent people or goods from moving from one place to another |
| 32089 |
An economic blockade was imposed on the country six months ago. blockade impose a blockade (=start a blockade) an official action that is intended to prevent people or goods from moving from one place to another |
| 32090 |
She was downright rude! downright completely or extremely: used for emphasizing how bad someone or something is |
| 32091 |
It was a downright lie. downright complete: used for emphasizing how bad something is |
| 32092 |
the ethics of filming people without their permission ethic a set of principles that people use to decide what is right and what is wrong |
| 32093 |
business medical professional ethics ethic a set of principles that people use to decide what is right and what is wrong |
| 32094 |
commitment to the Christian ethic ethic a general principle or belief that affects the way that people behave |
| 32095 |
a fiery temper fiery becoming angry very easily and quickly |
| 32096 |
a fiery chilli sauce fiery food that is fiery makes your mouth feel very hot when you eat it |
| 32097 |
a fiery pit fiery burning or full of flames |
| 32098 |
a newborn baby lamb newborn recently born |
| 32099 |
a company that mines and smelts iron ore ore rock or earth from which metal can be obtained |
| 32100 |
It's so pretentious of her to greet everyone in French. pretentious behaving in a way that is intended to impress other people but seems false or too deliberate |
| 32101 |
a pretentious accent pretentious used about someone's behaviour or attitude |
| 32102 |
Most of the songs have such pretentious lyrics. pretentious used about books, films, and other things that people create |
| 32103 |
pristine snow beaches lawns pristine something that is pristine looks very clean, tidy, or new |
| 32104 |
The bike was in pristine condition. pristine in pristine condition something that is pristine looks very clean, tidy, or new |
| 32105 |
a pristine image reputation pristine something that is pristine involves behaviour that is morally good |
| 32106 |
frivolous complaints frivolous lacking any real purpose or importance |
| 32107 |
In his heyday his face was on every magazine cover. heyday the period of time when a person, idea, or object is most successful or popular |
| 32108 |
a selection of paperbacks paperback a book with a cover made of thick paper |
| 32109 |
His collection of poetry is now out in paperback. paperback in paperback a book with a cover made of thick paper |
| 32110 |
a replica of a 19th-century sailing ship replica an accurate copy of something |
| 32111 |
replica guns replica an accurate copy of something |
| 32112 |
The book was a fantastic success, spawning a hit TV series. spawn if one thing spawns something else, it creates it |
| 32113 |
clear concise instructions concise expressed using only a few words, but in a way that is easy to understand |
| 32114 |
discern a difference pattern reason discern to notice something, especially after thinking about it carefully or studying it |
| 32115 |
We could just about discern a small figure walking towards us. discern to see or hear something, especially something that is far away or not very clear |
| 32116 |
a grotesque statue of the devil grotesque extremely ugly and strange |
| 32117 |
He called the original broadcast a grotesque distortion. grotesque unreasonable, or offensive |
| 32118 |
Several nations decided to withhold their support for the treaty. withhold to deliberately not give something to someone |
| 32119 |
He suggested they withhold payment. withhold to deliberately not give something to someone |
| 32120 |
She was found guilty of withholding information from the courts. withhold withhold something from someone to deliberately not give something to someone |
| 32121 |
They could trace their ancestry back to the 16th century. ancestry the people related to you who lived a long time ago |
| 32122 |
His family was of Danish ancestry. ancestry the people related to you who lived a long time ago |
| 32123 |
The church is large and austere. austere plain in style and without decoration |
| 32124 |
An austere, silent woman showed him round the small flat. austere strict and serious in manner |
| 32125 |
He was a man of austere habits. austere an austere way of living is simple and not very comfortable |
| 32126 |
austere measures austere severely reducing the amount of money that is spent, in a way that is likely to produce unpleasant effects |
| 32127 |
austere economic policies austere severely reducing the amount of money that is spent, in a way that is likely to produce unpleasant effects |
| 32128 |
an involuntary gasp shiver twitch involuntary an involuntary movement, sound, or reaction is made suddenly and in a way that you cannot control |
| 32129 |
involuntary manslaughter involuntary happening or done without being intended |
| 32130 |
new methods of achieving economic parity parity a situation in which different people or things are equal |
| 32131 |
Women should have parity with men. parity parity with a situation in which different people or things are equal |
| 32132 |
the phonetic alphabet phonetic using special symbols as a way of showing speech sounds in writing |
| 32133 |
phonetic representations phonetic using special symbols as a way of showing speech sounds in writing |
| 32134 |
a string jazz quartet quartet a group of four musicians or singers |
| 32135 |
a spreadsheet analysing business in 2006 spreadsheet a chart produced on a computer that shows numbers in a way that makes them easy to compare |
| 32136 |
He feared the wrath of his employer. wrath very great anger |
| 32137 |
religious revolutionary zeal zeal great energy, effort, and enthusiasm |
| 32138 |
In their zeal to industrialize, they got rid of too many farms. zeal great energy, effort, and enthusiasm |
| 32139 |
She believed she was on the brink of discovering a cure for cancer. brink on the brink of (doing) something the point in time when something very bad or very good is about to happen |
| 32140 |
The crisis brought the two nations to the brink of war. brink bring someone to the brink of something the point in time when something very bad or very good is about to happen |
| 32141 |
A late goal pulled the team back from the brink of defeat. brink back from the brink of something the point in time when something very bad or very good is about to happen |
| 32142 |
She will be offered radiation treatment – with the caveat that the method has only around a 30% chance of success. caveat a warning of the limits of a particular agreement or statement |
| 32143 |
The plants remain dormant all winter. dormant something that is dormant is not active or developing now, but it may become active or develop in the future |
| 32144 |
a dormant volcano dormant something that is dormant is not active or developing now, but it may become active or develop in the future |
| 32145 |
The virus can lie dormant for up to ten years. dormant lie dormant (=remain dormant) something that is dormant is not active or developing now, but it may become active or develop in the future |
| 32146 |
reports based on erroneous information erroneous not correct |
| 32147 |
Patients had been erroneously diagnosed as having cancer. erroneous |
| 32148 |
One has to think of oneself in these matters. oneself used for showing that people in general, including yourself, are affected by or involved in the results of something that they do |
| 32149 |
It's awful having to defend oneself all the time. oneself used for showing that people in general, including yourself, are affected by or involved in the results of something that they do |
| 32150 |
It's important to complete the application forms oneself. oneself used for emphasizing that you and not anyone else does something |
| 32151 |
It's more satisfying to do the job by oneself. oneself without help from anyone else |
| 32152 |
It's possible to have the place to oneself if it's early. oneself have something (all) to oneself to not have to share a place, time etc with anyone else |
| 32153 |
It's good to have the children to oneself sometimes. oneself have something (all) to oneself to not have to share a place, time etc with anyone else |
| 32154 |
A peach of a goal! peach peach of someone or something that is extremely good, impressive, or attractive |
| 32155 |
a shopping spending buying spree spree a short period that you spend doing a particular activity, especially something enjoyable such as spending money or drinking alcohol |
| 32156 |
an undercover drug investigation undercover working or done secretly in order to catch criminals, get secret information etc |
| 32157 |
undercover police officers undercover working or done secretly in order to catch criminals, get secret information etc |
| 32158 |
detectives working undercover undercover |
| 32159 |
an acoustic guitar acoustic an acoustic musical instrument does not use electronic equipment to make its sound louder |
| 32160 |
He spent most of his adolescence in a children's home. adolescence the period of your life when you change from being a child to being a young adult |
| 32161 |
Rob's face was devoid of any warmth. devoid devoid of lacking something, especially a good quality |
| 32162 |
The Tasmanian tiger was declared extinct in 1936. extinct an extinct animal, plant, or language no longer exists |
| 32163 |
Many jobs have become extinct with the advent of computers. extinct an extinct custom, job, type of person etc does not exist any longer because society has changed |
| 32164 |
red flowers and dark green foliage foliage the leaves of a plant or tree |
| 32165 |
a versatile and inventive player inventive good at thinking of new and original ideas or methods |
| 32166 |
an inventive strategy inventive used about new and original ideas, methods etc |
| 32167 |
a reciprocal arrangement relationship reciprocal done according to an arrangement by which you do something for someone who does the same thing for you |
| 32168 |
a reciprocal visit (=a visit to the person who visited you) reciprocal done according to an arrangement by which you do something for someone who does the same thing for you |
| 32169 |
runaway success inflation growth runaway increasing more quickly than expected |
| 32170 |
One of the runaways was her son. runaway someone who has left their home or has escaped from somewhere |
| 32171 |
She toasted the bread and smeared cream cheese on top. smear to spread a soft or liquid substance on a surface in an untidy way |
| 32172 |
His face was smeared with mud. smear be smeared with something to spread a soft or liquid substance on a surface in an untidy way |
| 32173 |
The ink tends to smear on shiny paper. smear if you smear paint, ink, or a similar substance, or if it smears, it spreads accidentally and makes a mess |
| 32174 |
The glass was so smeared I could hardly see my reflection in it. smear to make the surface of something dirty by rubbing it |
| 32175 |
This is a cynical attempt to smear a political rival. smear to try to damage someone's reputation by telling lies about them |
| 32176 |
The explosions were only sporadic now. sporadic not regular or frequent |
| 32177 |
sporadic showers sporadic not regular or frequent |
| 32178 |
I love walking along the beach at twilight. twilight the time in the evening when the sky is beginning to get dark |
| 32179 |
We could still just see the hills in the twilight. twilight the light from the sky at twilight |
| 32180 |
He was now in the twilight of his musical career. twilight in the twilight of something in the final stages of something |
| 32181 |
She might have felt less conspicuous if there had been other women there too. conspicuous very noticeable or easy to see, especially because of being unusual or different |
| 32182 |
a conspicuous success failure conspicuous very great: used for emphasizing how good or bad something is |
| 32183 |
She spoke with a tone of defiance. defiance refusal to obey a person or rule |
| 32184 |
Beef was reportedly exported from Britain in defiance of the ban. defiance in defiance of refusal to obey a person or rule |
| 32185 |
The doctor listened to my heartbeat. heartbeat the movement or sound of your heart as it makes blood flow round your body |
| 32186 |
an irregular heartbeat heartbeat the movement or sound of your heart as it makes blood flow round your body |
| 32187 |
If I got the chance to travel abroad, I'd go in a heartbeat. heartbeat in a heartbeat used for saying that you are very willing to do something |
| 32188 |
The garden was created as an oasis of calm for employees. oasis a place or situation that is much more pleasant or peaceful than the places or situations around it |
| 32189 |
a spate of bombings thefts violence spate spate of a large number of things of the same type, usually bad things, that suddenly happen in a very short period of time |
| 32190 |
the contract wherein it is stated that rent shall be paid at monthly intervals wherein in the place, situation, statement etc that has been referred to |
| 32191 |
Leigh's response was ambivalent. ambivalent feeling two different things about someone or something at the same time, for example that you like them and dislike them |
| 32192 |
Most of us have an ambivalent attitude towards technology. ambivalent feeling two different things about someone or something at the same time, for example that you like them and dislike them |
| 32193 |
Joe was ambivalent about taking the job. ambivalent ambivalent about feeling two different things about someone or something at the same time, for example that you like them and dislike them |
| 32194 |
a scene of carnage carnage a situation in which there is a lot of death and destruction |
| 32195 |
There was economic carnage on the stock exchange yesterday. carnage a situation that is difficult or full of problems |
| 32196 |
the Confederate States flag currency confederate connected with the Confederacy during the American Civil War |
| 32197 |
radioactive fallout fallout the dangerous dust that falls to the ground after a nuclear explosion |
| 32198 |
The fallout from the Asian financial crisis has continued to affect business. fallout the unpleasant effects of something that has happened |
| 32199 |
a drawer full of miscellaneous items miscellaneous consisting of various kinds of people or things |
| 32200 |
a miscellaneous collection of newspaper articles miscellaneous consisting of various kinds of people or things |
| 32201 |
He was trying to muster support from MPs. muster to try to produce as much of a feeling such as enthusiasm or determination as you can |
| 32202 |
It demanded all the willpower I could muster. muster to try to produce as much of a feeling such as enthusiasm or determination as you can |
| 32203 |
The passports are obviously false: they'll never pass muster at Immigration. muster pass muster to reach the expected or necessary standard |
| 32204 |
a parochial self-interest parochial not interested in things that do not affect your local area directly |
| 32205 |
a parochial church council parochial relating to a particular parish |
| 32206 |
a technically adept musician adept skilful at doing something |
| 32207 |
The flatfish is remarkably adept at hiding itself on the sea bed. adept adept at skilful at doing something |
| 32208 |
a pretty floral dress floral made of flowers, or decorated with pictures of flowers |
| 32209 |
a floral scent floral smelling of flowers |
| 32210 |
Cheddar Gorge gorge a deep valley with high straight sides where a river has cut through rock |
| 32211 |
We gorged ourselves on fresh sardines and salads. gorge to eat or drink so much of something that you cannot eat or drink any more |
| 32212 |
I gorged myself on memories. gorge to have as much of an enjoyable experience as you want |
| 32213 |
There was an ominous silence. ominous making you think that something bad will happen |
| 32214 |
They have suffered a terrible ordeal. ordeal an extremely unpleasant experience, especially one that lasts for a long time |
| 32215 |
Jensen feared that his life was in peril. peril in peril danger |
| 32216 |
We soon discovered that you disobeyed Clara at your peril. peril at your peril used for saying that doing something is dangerous or could cause serious problems |
| 32217 |
the perils of air travel peril the perils of (doing) something danger or problems connected with a particular activity |
| 32218 |
We ate in a rustic inn near the sea. rustic typical of the simple style of the countryside |
| 32219 |
a rustic charm virtually unchanged through the centuries rustic typical of the simple style of the countryside |
| 32220 |
He went on a drinking binge at the weekend. binge an occasion when someone does too much of something they enjoy, such as drinking |
| 32221 |
the largest ever public spending binge binge an occasion when someone does too much of something they enjoy, such as drinking |
| 32222 |
binge eating binge an occasion when someone does too much of something they enjoy, such as drinking |
| 32223 |
He would binge on chocolate until he was sick. binge binge on to do too much of something you enjoy, especially eating |
| 32224 |
pagan temples devoted to the Greek and Roman gods pagan relating to an ancient religion that had many gods and praised nature |
| 32225 |
a nuclear waste repository repository a place where large quantities of things are stored or kept safe |
| 32226 |
Falling share prices may be another setback for the troubled economy. setback setback for a problem that delays or that stops progress or makes a situation worse |
| 32227 |
Diplomatic efforts to ease the crisis suffered a setback today. setback suffer a setback a problem that delays or that stops progress or makes a situation worse |
| 32228 |
The study underscores the importance of early diagnosis. underscore to emphasize something, or to show that it is important |
| 32229 |
the automotive industry automotive relating to cars and other motor vehicles |
| 32230 |
automotive parts automotive relating to cars and other motor vehicles |
| 32231 |
a station where three railway lines converge converge to come from different directions to reach the same point |
| 32232 |
Top diplomats were converging on Washington from all over the world. converge to come from different directions to reach the same point |
| 32233 |
Our opinions seldom converged. converge to become the same or very similar |
| 32234 |
His performance was eclipsed by Francisco's winning goal. eclipse to make someone or something seem less successful or important, by becoming more successful or important than they are |
| 32235 |
This tragic accident has eclipsed the two disasters on the railways last year. eclipse to make someone or something seem less successful or important, by becoming more successful or important than they are |
| 32236 |
The rise of one aristocratic family usually meant the eclipse of another. eclipse a time when someone or something starts to seem less successful or important, because another person or thing has become more successful or important than they are |
| 32237 |
Their political power was in eclipse at the time. eclipse be in eclipse a time when someone or something starts to seem less successful or important, because another person or thing has become more successful or important than they are |
| 32238 |
They are calling for the expulsion of three members of Parliament. expulsion expulsion of an occasion when someone is officially forced to leave an organization or activity permanently because of their bad behaviour. The word for having to leave for a short time is suspension |
| 32239 |
his expulsion from the Communist Party expulsion expulsion from an occasion when someone is officially forced to leave an organization or activity permanently because of their bad behaviour. The word for having to leave for a short time is suspension |
| 32240 |
The government retaliated with the expulsion of twenty diplomats. expulsion expulsion of the act of forcing someone to leave a foreign country, especially for political reasons or for breaking the law |
| 32241 |
an expulsion of breath expulsion expulsion of the process of forcing something out of a container or your body |
| 32242 |
I'm fluent in three languages. fluent fluent in able to speak a foreign language very well |
| 32243 |
Steve speaks fluent Japanese. fluent spoken well and without difficulty |
| 32244 |
As a lecturer, she is fluent, witty, but also scholarly. fluent expressing yourself in a clear and confident way, without seeming to make an effort |
| 32245 |
his fluent uncomplicated style of writing fluent expressing yourself in a clear and confident way, without seeming to make an effort |
| 32246 |
He speaks English fluently. fluent |
| 32247 |
I should warn you that public speaking isn't really my forte. forte something that someone is very good at or knows a lot about |
| 32248 |
The whole idea is preposterous. preposterous extremely unreasonable or silly |
| 32249 |
The agreement has a sort of quasi-legal status. quasi- partly: used with many adjectives and nouns |
| 32250 |
The descriptions contain a fantastic amount of quasi-scientific detail. quasi- pretending to be: used with many adjectives and nouns |
| 32251 |
vinyl wallpaper flooring vinyl a light strong plastic used for making many different things |
| 32252 |
devout Muslims devout very religious |
| 32253 |
a devout capitalist devout very enthusiastic in your support for something |
| 32254 |
Most people distrust politicians. distrust to not trust someone or something |
| 32255 |
a deep distrust of the judicial system distrust distrust of a feeling that you cannot trust someone or something |
| 32256 |
She always dresses with flair. flair an attractive, skilful, or interesting way of doing something |
| 32257 |
Our youngest son has a flair for drawing. flair have a flair for something to be very skilful at something |
| 32258 |
Wall Street's in a funk right now but it's starting to recover. funk in a (blue) funk very frightened |
| 32259 |
slender fingers slender tall or long and thin in an attractive way |
| 32260 |
a slender young man slender tall or long and thin in an attractive way |
| 32261 |
She has a tall slender figure. slender tall or long and thin in an attractive way |
| 32262 |
a plant with slender leaves slender not very wide |
| 32263 |
a pair of shoes with slender black heels slender not very wide |
| 32264 |
They won by a slender majority. slender very small in degree and only just enough |
| 32265 |
The charity has been existing on very slender resources. slender very small in degree and only just enough |
| 32266 |
arthritic joints fingers knees arthritic affected by arthritis, or caused by it |
| 32267 |
He called the country 'a beacon of democracy and freedom.' beacon beacon of someone or something that encourages people and gives them a good example to follow |
| 32268 |
She shuddered slightly at the memory. shudder if you shudder, your body suddenly shakes, for example because you suddenly feel cold or frightened |
| 32269 |
I shudder to think what my parents will say when they see the bill. shudder I shudder to think used for saying that you do not want to think about something because it is very unpleasant |
| 32270 |
The book gives a snapshot of life in the US military after Vietnam. snapshot a short description that tells you what a particular place or situation is like at a particular time |
| 32271 |
He sang in a clear beautiful soprano. soprano the highest type of voice for singing |
| 32272 |
the chest cavity cavity a space inside someone's body |
| 32273 |
He called for concerted action against terrorism. concerted involving a lot of people or organizations working together in a determined way |
| 32274 |
We need to make a concerted effort to improve on our results. concerted involving a lot of people or organizations working together in a determined way |
| 32275 |
the presumed creation of the universe in a giant cosmic explosion cosmic relating to the planets, stars, space, and the universe in general |
| 32276 |
He treated his approaching death as a sort of cosmic joke. cosmic very big, important, or difficult to understand |
| 32277 |
the feudal system feudal relating to feudalism |
| 32278 |
Their political opponents will be rubbing their hands with glee. glee a feeling of excitement and happiness that often includes pleasure at someone else's bad luck |
| 32279 |
the gruesome details of how she was murdered gruesome involving or describing death or injury in a very unpleasant way |
| 32280 |
Police faced the gruesome task of looking for the body parts. gruesome involving or describing death or injury in a very unpleasant way |
| 32281 |
an intuitive guess judgment understanding intuitive based on your feelings rather than on facts or evidence |
| 32282 |
His temperament is more intuitive than scientific. intuitive capable of basing decisions, actions etc on feelings rather than on facts or evidence |
| 32283 |
The new version has a more intuitive user interface. intuitive an intuitive system, method, piece of software etc is easy to use because the process of operating it is very obvious |
| 32284 |
She had sensed, intuitively, that Lorenzo was interested in her. intuitive |
| 32285 |
This film was a milestone in the history of cinema. milestone an event or achievement that marks an important stage in a process |
| 32286 |
He had nothing but scorn for the opinions of others. scorn scorn for a feeling that someone or something is not good enough to deserve your approval or respect |
| 32287 |
Both candidates have heaped scorn on the budget agreement. scorn heap pour scorn on someone something to criticize someone or something severely and in a way that shows you think they deserve no respect |
| 32288 |
Since she moved to the city, she scorns what she calls our provincial ways. scorn to treat someone or something as if they do not deserve your approval or respect |
| 32289 |
He scorned to stoop to such tactics. scorn if someone scorns to do something, they are not willing to do or accept something because they believe it is stupid, unreasonable, or not good enough for them |
| 32290 |
They were expelled from the country for subversive activities. subversive intended to destroy the power or influence of a government or an established belief |
| 32291 |
It's a challenging novel with a subversive message. subversive intended to destroy the power or influence of a government or an established belief |
| 32292 |
Joe kept us entertained with anecdotes about his friends. anecdote a story that you tell people about something interesting or funny that has happened to you |
| 32293 |
his banal observations on the game banal something that is banal is boring because it contains nothing new, original, or unusual |
| 32294 |
another banal TV sitcom banal something that is banal is boring because it contains nothing new, original, or unusual |
| 32295 |
durable high quality steel durable able to stay in good condition for a long time and after being used a lot |
| 32296 |
Finding a durable solution will not be easy. durable continuing to exist or work for a long time, even if the situation changes |
| 32297 |
The coach will remain at the helm for the rest of the season. helm at the helm in charge or in the position of a leader |
| 32298 |
All buildings hereafter built on this block will be at least ten feet from the next building. hereafter starting from this moment. This word is often used in official and legal documents |
| 32299 |
Derek Lafferty (hereafter 'the Plaintiff') was at that time an air-traffic controller. hereafter used for saying that a particular word or abbreviation will be used instead of a name in a document |
| 32300 |
a mammoth task mammoth very large |
| 32301 |
a nasal accent nasal someone with a nasal voice sounds as if they are speaking through their nose |
| 32302 |
a nifty piece of software nifty well designed, effective, or easy to use |
| 32303 |
They have given overt support to the new scheme. overt not hidden or secret |
| 32304 |
overt racism hostility criticism overt used about feelings and opinions that are expressed in a very open way |
| 32305 |
Skateboarding is the favourite pastime of many teenagers. pastime something that you do regularly for fun in your free time |
| 32306 |
a spurious claim comparison spurious something such as a statement that is spurious is not reasonable or correct because it is not based on true facts or a sensible way of thinking |
| 32307 |
spurious excitement spurious not real or sincere |
| 32308 |
The upshot was that he was banned from driving. upshot the upshot (of something) the result of a process or an event |
| 32309 |
Cystic fibrosis is a hereditary condition. hereditary a hereditary disease or quality is passed from a parent to a child in their genes |
| 32310 |
mellow greys and greens mellow soft and warm in colour |
| 32311 |
the sweet mellow tones of a guitar mellow with a soft, smooth, and pleasant sound |
| 32312 |
a mellow whisky aged in wood mellow with a smooth full taste |
| 32313 |
He had grown mellow with age. mellow gentle, wise, and easy to talk to, especially because of age and experience |
| 32314 |
She's mellowed a lot over the years. mellow if you mellow, or if something mellows you, you become gentler, wiser, and easier to talk to, especially because of age or experience |
| 32315 |
the film's endless scenes of aliens being zapped by lasers zap to hit, harm, or destroy someone or something, usually using a weapon or a piece of equipment developed by modern technology |
| 32316 |
In the old days there were fewer channels to zap. zap to change the programme you are watching on television using a remote control |
| 32317 |
The plane zapped across the sky in a flash. zap to send or move something very quickly, or move in this way |
| 32318 |
assorted fruits and vegetables assorted including various types |
| 32319 |
tools in assorted sizes assorted including various types |
| 32320 |
How could you possibly comprehend the difficulties of my situation? comprehend to understand something |
| 32321 |
Laura gasped, hardly able to comprehend that her brother's life was in danger. comprehend comprehend that to understand something |
| 32322 |
We fully comprehend people's anxieties. comprehend fully comprehend to understand something |
| 32323 |
The hotel looked nice but appearances can be deceptive. deceptive appearances can be deceptive something that is deceptive seems very different from the way it really is |
| 32324 |
new laws against misleading or deceptive advertising deceptive trying to trick someone by telling them something that is not true |
| 32325 |
The committee's report may provide further impetus for reform. impetus impetus for a force that helps something to happen or develop more quickly |
| 32326 |
The peace process has been steadily gaining impetus. impetus gain lose impetus a force that helps something to happen or develop more quickly |
| 32327 |
The document will give fresh impetus to the debate. impetus give add bring impetus to something a force that helps something to happen or develop more quickly |
| 32328 |
Terrified residents tried desperately to salvage belongings from their devastated homes. salvage to save property or possessions from a building that has been damaged or destroyed in a fire, flood etc |
| 32329 |
He had put a lot of effort into trying to salvage their relationship. salvage to succeed in achieving something in a situation or action that has been a failure |
| 32330 |
France salvaged some pride with a victory over Ireland in Paris. salvage salvage your pride (=remain proud by achieving something despite many failures) to succeed in achieving something in a situation or action that has been a failure |
| 32331 |
The salvage operation cannot begin for several months. salvage the action of saving property or possessions from being destroyed in a fire, flood etc |
| 32332 |
a young man with sleek dark hair sleek sleek fur or hair is smooth and shiny |
| 32333 |
a sleek black cat sleek sleek fur or hair is smooth and shiny |
| 32334 |
a sleek limousine sleek fashionable and attractive in design |
| 32335 |
a sleek grey trouser suit sleek fashionable and attractive in design |
| 32336 |
a sleek and ambitious young politician sleek looking or sounding good in a way that is not sincere |
| 32337 |
a sleek smile sleek looking or sounding good in a way that is not sincere |
| 32338 |
She sleeked back her hair with some styling gel. sleek sleek something down back etc to make something such as hair smooth and shiny |
| 32339 |
Tourism is important to the economic vitality of the region. vitality the quality of being exciting or successful |
| 32340 |
She married into the aristocracy. aristocracy the aristocracy the people in the highest class of society, who usually have money, land, and power and who often have special titles, such as 'duke' or 'countess': can be followed by a singular or plural verb |
| 32341 |
an assortment of chocolates assortment a group or set of things of various types |
| 32342 |
an authoritarian government regime authoritarian controlling everything and forcing people to obey strict rules and laws |
| 32343 |
a grandiose building grandiose designed to look very impressive, but really looking artificial or silly |
| 32344 |
grandiose illusions about wielding power grandiose intended to achieve something important or difficult, but unlikely to be successful because of not being sensible |
| 32345 |
The plant grows best in cooler latitudes. latitude a place or region at a particular latitude |
| 32346 |
He was allowed a lot of latitude in implementing company policy. latitude freedom to use your own methods and judgment in doing something |
| 32347 |
medical malpractice malpractice careless or criminal behaviour by someone with a professional or official job |
| 32348 |
Steve is suing his lawyer for malpractice. malpractice careless or criminal behaviour by someone with a professional or official job |
| 32349 |
He peeked carefully from behind the door. peek to look at something quickly, especially secretly or from behind something |
| 32350 |
He peeked into the room. peek peek at through into over to look at something quickly, especially secretly or from behind something |
| 32351 |
Strands of red hair peeked from under her hat. peek peek from to appear slightly from behind or under something |
| 32352 |
The sun peeked out from behind the clouds. peek peek out to appear slightly from behind or under something |
| 32353 |
Emma had a quick peek inside the box. peek have take a peek a quick look at something, especially secretly or from behind something |
| 32354 |
I salute their courage and wish them well. salute to express praise or respect for a person or an achievement, especially formally and in public |
| 32355 |
We salute them for maintaining the ceasefire. salute to express praise or respect for a person or an achievement, especially formally and in public |
| 32356 |
In my school we had to salute the US flag each morning. salute to honour or show respect for an important institution |
| 32357 |
Bands played, and there was a 21-gun salute (=a ceremony in which guns are fired). salute a ceremony or public event in honour of an important person |
| 32358 |
The silhouette of a bird crossed the night sky. silhouette the dark shape or shadow of something, especially something that you cannot see clearly |
| 32359 |
Most designers have chosen a narrower silhouette this year. silhouette the shape of a piece of clothing |
| 32360 |
We need to set off long before sunrise. sunrise the time in the early morning when the sun first appears in the sky with the light of a new day |
| 32361 |
There was a glorious sunrise over the mountains. sunrise the appearance of the sky when the sun first appears in the morning |
| 32362 |
The little boy kept tugging on his mother's skirt. tug tug at on something to pull someone or something by making a short strong movement |
| 32363 |
With a couple of tugs he pulled in the net. tug a short strong pull |
| 32364 |
John gave the dog's tail a gentle tug. tug give someone something a tug a short strong pull |
| 32365 |
She was suffering from stress caused by her heavy workload. workload the amount of work that a person or organization has to do |
| 32366 |
The long journey tested their courage and endurance to the limit. endurance the ability to continue doing something physically difficult or continue dealing with an unpleasant situation for a long time |
| 32367 |
There was something about him that irritated Lydia almost beyond endurance. endurance beyond endurance the ability to continue doing something physically difficult or continue dealing with an unpleasant situation for a long time |
| 32368 |
an exuberant crowd exuberant happy, excited, and full of energy |
| 32369 |
exuberant designs by a local artist exuberant showing happiness, excitement, and energy |
| 32370 |
'Stop that at once!' she hissed. hiss to say something in a low angry voice |
| 32371 |
The tyres hissed on the wet road. hiss to make a long 's' sound like the sound that a snake makes |
| 32372 |
When I tried to pick the cat up it started hissing at me. hiss hiss at to make a long 's' sound like the sound that a snake makes |
| 32373 |
The audience began to hiss and boo. hiss if people in an audience hiss, they make a long 's' sound to show that they do not like a speaker or performer |
| 32374 |
On the first day of our holiday I'm always slightly manic. manic behaving in an extremely excited way |
| 32375 |
Only international co-operation can mitigate environmental damage. mitigate to reduce the harmful effects of something |
| 32376 |
She seemed completely oblivious to the noise around her. oblivious oblivious to of not noticing something, or not knowing about it |
| 32377 |
The syndrome can lead to sudden paralysis. paralysis the loss of the ability to move your body or a part of it, usually because of an injury or illness |
| 32378 |
the paralysis currently affecting the government paralysis the state of being completely unable to operate normally or effectively |
| 32379 |
Rival gangs battled for supremacy. supremacy a situation in which one person, group, or thing has more power or influence than any other |
| 32380 |
The venom in her eyes was frightening. venom very strong anger or hate |
| 32381 |
an anatomical model anatomical relating to the physical structure of an animal or plant |
| 32382 |
He was awarded a doctorate in mathematics. doctorate the highest qualification given by a university |
| 32383 |
The stock market has seen a recent exodus of investors from high-technology stocks. exodus exodus from a situation in which a lot of people leave a place or activity at the same time |
| 32384 |
There's a mass exodus from the city every Friday. exodus mass exodus (=an occasion when everyone leaves a place at the same time) a situation in which a lot of people leave a place or activity at the same time |
| 32385 |
I had been chairman of the club since its inception in 1904. inception the beginning of something |
| 32386 |
The town hall's lofty tower dates from the fourteenth century. lofty a lofty building or structure is very tall |
| 32387 |
Few people can meet his lofty standards. lofty lofty aims or principles deserve to be admired because they are based on high moral standards |
| 32388 |
lofty ideals ambitions lofty lofty aims or principles deserve to be admired because they are based on high moral standards |
| 32389 |
The 1938 Act was repealed and replaced by the Inheritance Act 1975. repeal to state officially that a law no longer has legal authority and has ended |
| 32390 |
He made a sly reference to the events of the previous night. sly a sly smile, look, or remark shows that the person doing it knows something that other people do not know |
| 32391 |
I'm supposed to be on a diet, but I still have the odd bar of chocolate on the sly. sly on the sly done secretly, especially because you know you should not be doing it |
| 32392 |
adhesive tape labels adhesive able to stick to things or to make things stick together |
| 32393 |
Violence may have been averted with a greater police presence. avert to prevent something bad or harmful from happening |
| 32394 |
a bohemian lifestyle bohemian living or behaving in an informal way that is considered typical of artists and writers |
| 32395 |
Temple Bar is Dublin's lively bohemian quarter. bohemian living or behaving in an informal way that is considered typical of artists and writers |
| 32396 |
Teachers need to create an atmosphere that is conducive to learning. conducive conducive to creating a situation that helps something to happen |
| 32397 |
He's a congenital liar. congenital if someone has a congenital fault, they have always had it |
| 32398 |
Local people expressed their dismay at the size of the pay rise. dismay the feeling of being very worried, disappointed, or sad about something surprising or shocking that has happened |
| 32399 |
He is leaving the department, much to the dismay of his colleagues. dismay to someone's dismay to the dismay of someone the feeling of being very worried, disappointed, or sad about something surprising or shocking that has happened |
| 32400 |
What dismayed me most about their behaviour was their rudeness. dismay to make someone very worried, disappointed, or sad |
| 32401 |
an equitable distribution of funds equitable fair and reasonable because everyone is treated in the same way |
| 32402 |
Weak with exhaustion, the climbers were finally lifted to safety. exhaustion a feeling of being extremely tired and without energy |
| 32403 |
Increased consumption will lead to faster exhaustion of our natural resources. exhaustion the use of all that you have of something |
| 32404 |
a fleece pullover fleece a type of soft artificial cloth used for making clothes, that looks and feels like a sheep's fleece |
| 32405 |
There was a flurry of activity outside the university. flurry a short period of activity or emotion |
| 32406 |
a flurry of blows punches flurry a series of things that happen suddenly |
| 32407 |
small flurries of snow flurry a small amount of snow, rain, or leaves blown around in a twisting movement |
| 32408 |
It was absolute mayhem on the first day of the sales. mayhem a very confused situation |
| 32409 |
Their dog is a pedigree. pedigree an animal whose parents, grandparents etc were all of the same breed (=type) |
| 32410 |
The law firm's pedigree is impeccable. pedigree all the past experiences or achievements of someone or something, especially when this shows that they are good or successful |
| 32411 |
a pedigree cat pedigree a pedigree animal comes from a family whose members have been recorded for a long time and who are all of the same breed (=type) |
| 32412 |
Was the explosion an act of sabotage? sabotage deliberate damage that is done to the property of an enemy or opponent |
| 32413 |
A group of environmentalists were caught sabotaging the logging equipment. sabotage to deliberately damage or destroy the property of an enemy or opponent |
| 32414 |
Miller used the information to sabotage Gardner's presidential campaign. sabotage to deliberately stop someone from achieving something, or to deliberately prevent a plan or process from being successful |
| 32415 |
He vaulted the fence and continued running. vault to jump over something, especially using your hands or a pole to support you |
| 32416 |
These two years have vaulted him to stardom. vault to suddenly put someone in a successful or important position |
| 32417 |
Stocks vaulted to record high levels on Wednesday. vault to suddenly improve or succeed |
| 32418 |
dancing barefoot in the sand barefoot without any shoes or socks on |
| 32419 |
a remote and barren island barren a barren place is dry and empty, with few plants growing |
| 32420 |
a culturally barren small town barren without any interesting or positive features |
| 32421 |
After 15 barren years, the club had at last won a major trophy. barren a barren period is one in which you have no success |
| 32422 |
Roads were closed due to severe blizzards. blizzard a storm with a lot of snow and strong winds |
| 32423 |
a blizzard of phone calls blizzard blizzard of a sudden large amount of something that must be dealt with |
| 32424 |
Falling PC prices are a boon for consumers, but bad news for manufacturers. boon boon for to something useful that brings great benefits or makes your life easier |
| 32425 |
We went for a brisk walk. brisk moving or acting quickly |
| 32426 |
The committee got off to a brisk start at its first meeting. brisk moving or acting quickly |
| 32427 |
He nodded to me with a brisk 'Morning, Sir'. brisk speaking quickly and only saying what is necessary. This word is sometimes used for saying that someone seems unfriendly |
| 32428 |
a brisk wind brisk if it is brisk, the weather is fairly cold and a fairly strong wind is blowing |
| 32429 |
a continuum that starts with minor transgressions and can end with serious criminal activity continuum a series of events, changes, features etc that all have a particular quality to different degrees |
| 32430 |
The army's regiments spread over the area in small garrisons. garrison a group of soldiers living in and defending a particular place |
| 32431 |
a garrison town garrison the place that a group of soldiers are living in and defending |
| 32432 |
International troops are now garrisoned in the area. garrison to put soldiers in a place to live there and defend it |
| 32433 |
The district is garrisoned by 1,200 troops. garrison to defend a place that you live in as a soldier |
| 32434 |
a dull day with intermittent rain intermittent happening sometimes but not regularly or often |
| 32435 |
extra holiday in lieu of overtime pay lieu in lieu (of) instead, or instead of |
| 32436 |
Edwards took on the mantle of team captain this year. mantle take on assume the mantle of someone something the authority or responsibility connected with someone's position, duties, or beliefs |
| 32437 |
a mantle of snow mist mantle something that covers, hides, or surrounds something else |
| 32438 |
athletic sexual physical prowess prowess great skill or ability |
| 32439 |
Annual rainfall was lower last year than ever before. rainfall the amount of rain that falls in a particular area during a particular period of time |
| 32440 |
She's been snooping round asking questions. snoop to secretly try to get information that someone would not want you to have |
| 32441 |
Somebody went snooping through my desk while I was gone. snoop to secretly try to get information that someone would not want you to have |
| 32442 |
I hear they use detectives to snoop on employees. snoop snoop on to watch someone secretly in order to learn about their personal life or business |
| 32443 |
the first ascent of Mt Everest ascent a climb upwards, especially up a hill or mountain |
| 32444 |
the southeast ascent of the mountain ascent a slope, or the path that someone uses to climb a slope |
| 32445 |
the plane's ascent to 35,000 feet ascent the process of moving to a higher level or position |
| 32446 |
her rapid ascent in the world of entertainment ascent the process of becoming more important or famous |
| 32447 |
a belated apology belated happening late |
| 32448 |
a belated birthday card belated arriving late |
| 32449 |
a circle with a circumference of 2cm circumference the distance measured around the edge of a circle or a round object or area |
| 32450 |
The island is 50 miles in circumference. circumference the distance measured around the edge of a circle or a round object or area |
| 32451 |
The lamps threw deep shadows beyond the circumference of the pit. circumference the edge of a circle or a round object or area |
| 32452 |
a diminutive woman with bright blue eyes diminutive very short or small |
| 32453 |
It's so quiet here that the occasional distant siren is the only intrusion. intrusion something that interrupts a peaceful situation or a private event |
| 32454 |
How do you deal with the constant intrusions of the media? intrusion the act of becoming involved in something in a way that is not welcome |
| 32455 |
This is another example of government intrusion into football. intrusion intrusion into the act of becoming involved in something in a way that is not welcome |
| 32456 |
Beatlemania #NAME? used with many nouns to make nouns meaning an extremely strong enthusiasm for something |
| 32457 |
kleptomania (=a mental illness that makes you steal things) #NAME? used for making nouns describing a particular type of mental illness |
| 32458 |
She gazed at him in mute appeal. mute not speaking, or not willing to speak |
| 32459 |
The thick carpet muted the noise coming from the flat below. mute to make a sound less loud |
| 32460 |
The country's past record mutes any hopes for a diplomatic solution. mute to make something less strong or extreme |
| 32461 |
Television had replaced religion as the new opium of the people. opium the opium of the people masses something that tends to prevent people from having their own opinions and makes them quiet and easily controlled |
| 32462 |
The warm water provides the optimum conditions for breeding. optimum best or most suitable within a range of possibilities |
| 32463 |
The optimum we should be producing is 100 units per hour. optimum the best or most suitable situation, level, or amount |
| 32464 |
an orgy of killing orgy orgy of an occasion on which someone does something in an extreme and uncontrolled way |
| 32465 |
a shrewd politician shrewd able to judge people and situations very well and to make good decisions |
| 32466 |
a shrewd marketing strategy shrewd used about decisions and judgments |
| 32467 |
a triumphant smile laugh yell triumphant showing that you are very pleased or excited about a victory or success |
| 32468 |
The president made a triumphant return. triumphant a triumphant event is one in which someone has been successful or has won a victory |
| 32469 |
a triumphant performance triumphant a triumphant event is one in which someone has been successful or has won a victory |
| 32470 |
She emerged triumphant in every film. triumphant successful |
| 32471 |
a unilateral ceasefire unilateral done or decided by one country, group, or person, often without considering what other countries etc think or want |
| 32472 |
Such unilateral action violates international trade rules. unilateral done or decided by one country, group, or person, often without considering what other countries etc think or want |
| 32473 |
the growing antagonism between the two groups antagonism antagonism between a strong feeling of disliking someone, usually a feeling that has existed for a long time |
| 32474 |
It was difficult to explain their antagonism towards strangers. antagonism antagonism towards to a strong feeling of disliking someone, usually a feeling that has existed for a long time |
| 32475 |
archaic language archaic old and no longer used |
| 32476 |
Britain's archaic licensing laws archaic used about something that is very old-fashioned and needs to be changed |
| 32477 |
Stop acting like a spoiled brat! brat an annoying child who behaves badly |
| 32478 |
I hope they don't bring their brats. brat an insulting word for a child |
| 32479 |
The common threat of war produces cohesion in a community. cohesion a situation in which people or things combine well to form a unit |
| 32480 |
a shower toilet cubicle cubicle a small enclosed area in a room, separated from the rest of the room by thin walls or curtains |
| 32481 |
She went into the changing cubicle to try on the dress. cubicle a small enclosed area in a room, separated from the rest of the room by thin walls or curtains |
| 32482 |
The park closes at dusk. dusk the period of time at the end of the day just before it becomes dark |
| 32483 |
a freelance designer photographer journalist freelance freelance work is done by a person who is not permanently employed by a particular company but who sells their services to more than one company |
| 32484 |
Winter storms continued to cause havoc for drivers. havoc cause create havoc a situation in which there is a lot of damage or destruction, or in which something cannot continue in its normal way because of problems |
| 32485 |
The strike played havoc with the train schedules. havoc play havoc with something (=cause a lot of problems) a situation in which there is a lot of damage or destruction, or in which something cannot continue in its normal way because of problems |
| 32486 |
an incomprehensible language dialect accent incomprehensible impossible to understand |
| 32487 |
I find it incomprehensible that nothing has yet been done about this. incomprehensible impossible to understand |
| 32488 |
These activities are designed to develop a baby's intellect. intellect the ability to think in an intelligent way and to understand difficult or complicated ideas and subjects |
| 32489 |
a lawyer of great intellect intellect the ability to think in an intelligent way and to understand difficult or complicated ideas and subjects |
| 32490 |
He was one of the greatest intellects of his time. intellect someone who is extremely intelligent |
| 32491 |
a miraculous escape recovery result victory miraculous extremely lucky and unexpected |
| 32492 |
a platinum ring platinum made from platinum |
| 32493 |
The group have had four platinum albums and six gold singles. platinum platinum CDs, records etc are so popular that more than 300,000 copies have been sold |
| 32494 |
punitive taxes tariffs laws punitive relating to or causing punishment or great difficulty |
| 32495 |
a resurgence of repression terrorism nationalism resurgence resurgence of the start of something again that quickly increases in influence, effect etc |
| 32496 |
evidence of a resurgence in spending just before Christmas resurgence resurgence in the start of something again that quickly increases in influence, effect etc |
| 32497 |
funerals and other solemn occasions solemn involving serious behaviour or serious attitudes |
| 32498 |
His face looked strangely solemn. solemn involving serious behaviour or serious attitudes |
| 32499 |
Congress has a solemn obligation to vote on any commitment of US troops. solemn used about things such as promises that express serious intentions |
| 32500 |
a consumer government watchdog watchdog a person or organization that works to stop people from doing illegal things in a particular area of business or society |
| 32501 |
a watchdog agency for consumers watchdog watchdog agency body group a person or organization that works to stop people from doing illegal things in a particular area of business or society |
| 32502 |
the apex of a triangle apex the top or highest part of something that ends in a point |
| 32503 |
an avalanche of rock stones mud avalanche a large amount of a substance that falls somewhere |
| 32504 |
The companies are fighting an avalanche of lawsuits nationwide. avalanche avalanche of a large quantity of similar things that happen within a short time |
| 32505 |
He taught us freedom, tolerance, and brotherhood. brotherhood the friendship and support that a group of people, especially men, get from one another |
| 32506 |
the forest canopy canopy a mass of leaves and branches that form a cover high above the ground |
| 32507 |
She sketches caricatures of political leaders. caricature a drawing of someone that strongly emphasizes their main features, especially in order to make them seem funny |
| 32508 |
Uncle Frank is a stylish dresser. dresser a person who dresses in a particular way |
| 32509 |
With the benefit of hindsight, it's easy to say it was the wrong decision. hindsight the opportunity to judge or understand past events using knowledge that you have gained since then |
| 32510 |
Some older people lament the loss of close local communities. lament to show publicly that you feel sad or disappointed about something |
| 32511 |
a young mother's lament for the death of her son lament lament for a song, poem, piece of music etc in which sadness is expressed about a death or loss |
| 32512 |
'Things were better then' is an often-repeated lament. lament something that people say that shows sadness or disappointment |
| 32513 |
malicious gossip rumours malicious unkind and showing a strong feeling of wanting to hurt someone |
| 32514 |
an outspoken critic of the government outspoken an outspoken person states their opinion honestly, even if other people do not like it |
| 32515 |
the team's most prolific goal-scorer prolific a prolific writer, band etc produces a lot of books, CDs etc |
| 32516 |
her prolific imagination prolific producing a lot of ideas, instances of something etc |
| 32517 |
a prolific species of fish prolific producing a lot of babies, or young plants or animals |
| 32518 |
A bomb reduced the houses to rubble. rubble reduce something to rubble (=destroy it completely) broken pieces of stone and brick from buildings, walls etc that have been destroyed |
| 32519 |
the seizure of the British embassy seizure seizure of the action of taking something or taking control of something, especially using power or force |
| 32520 |
The government has made a record number of drug seizures this year. seizure drug weapons seizure the action of taking something or taking control of something, especially using power or force |
| 32521 |
The patient had a seizure after being injected with the wrong drug. seizure a sudden attack of a disease such as epilepsy that makes your body shake. A more informal word for this is a fit |
| 32522 |
an epileptic seizure seizure a sudden attack of a disease such as epilepsy that makes your body shake. A more informal word for this is a fit |
| 32523 |
a witness who will attest the signature attest to state formally that you believe something is true, correct, or real |
| 32524 |
She can attest to the facts. attest attest to to state formally that you believe something is true, correct, or real |
| 32525 |
a bedside table lamp bedside the area near your bed |
| 32526 |
His compulsive need to succeed made him unpopular with the rest of the staff. compulsive impossible to control and therefore sometimes harmful |
| 32527 |
a compulsive eating disorder compulsive impossible to control and therefore sometimes harmful |
| 32528 |
a compulsive gambler liar compulsive used about people who have a habit they cannot control |
| 32529 |
I despised him for the way he treated his children. despise to hate someone or something and have no respect for them |
| 32530 |
an arms oil trade embargo embargo a government order preventing trade with another country |
| 32531 |
The Senate voted to lift the economic embargo on Vietnam. embargo put place impose lift an embargo on something a government order preventing trade with another country |
| 32532 |
His lawyer has garnered considerable evidence in his defence. garner to collect or obtain a large amount of something useful or important |
| 32533 |
a hearty laugh handshake hearty friendly and enthusiastic, sometimes in a slightly annoying way |
| 32534 |
He died a martyr for his cause. martyr someone who suffers or is killed because of their religious or political beliefs |
| 32535 |
She was a martyr to migraines. martyr someone who suffers a lot, especially because of an illness |
| 32536 |
After hours of sitting on the floor, her legs had gone numb. numb a part of your body that is numb has no feeling |
| 32537 |
fingers numb with cold numb numb with a part of your body that is numb has no feeling |
| 32538 |
I was numb with fear. numb numb with not able to react or to show your emotions, often because of an extreme shock |
| 32539 |
The heavy blow had numbed his arm. numb to make a part of your body lose its ability to feel |
| 32540 |
An injection soon numbed the pain. numb to cause a very strong feeling of pain to disappear or become weaker |
| 32541 |
a nation numbed by political scandal numb to make someone unable to react or to show emotion, often because of an extreme shock |
| 32542 |
She'd taken a massive overdose of sleeping pills. overdose too much of a drug that someone takes at one time |
| 32543 |
She overdosed on heroin. overdose overdose on to take too much of a drug at one time |
| 32544 |
Working at home makes it easier to combine parenthood with work. parenthood the condition and situation of being a parent |
| 32545 |
Stop making such a racket! racket a loud annoying noise that continues for a long time |
| 32546 |
a smuggling racket racket an illegal activity that makes money |
| 32547 |
The two men were shot and wounded in an ambush. ambush an attack from a hidden position |
| 32548 |
a high risk of ambush ambush an attack from a hidden position |
| 32549 |
The police lay in ambush outside the building. ambush lie in ambush an attack from a hidden position |
| 32550 |
The tourists were ambushed and robbed while riding in the desert. ambush to attack someone after hiding and waiting for them |
| 32551 |
We strongly concur with the recommendations of this report. concur to agree with someone or something |
| 32552 |
He made only a fleeting reference to his resignation. fleeting continuing for only a very short time |
| 32553 |
She caught a fleeting glimpse of him as he rounded the corner. fleeting fleeting glimpse continuing for only a very short time |
| 32554 |
For a fleeting moment she felt almost envious. fleeting fleeting moment continuing for only a very short time |
| 32555 |
Years of high unemployment have left their imprint on the region. imprint leave an imprint on a strong permanent influence on someone or something |
| 32556 |
Dave had tried to imprint his personality on the office. imprint to make something have a strong and permanent influence on someone or something |
| 32557 |
It was an extraordinary sight that will remain imprinted on my memory. imprint be imprinted on your mind memory brain to make something have a strong and permanent influence on someone or something |
| 32558 |
economic mismanagement and incompetence incompetence lack of skill or ability to do something correctly or well |
| 32559 |
the sheer incompetence of the police enquiry incompetence lack of skill or ability to do something correctly or well |
| 32560 |
an ingenious device for opening bottles ingenious an ingenious plan, piece of equipment etc uses new and clever ideas |
| 32561 |
Archaeologists often use their intuition to decide where to dig. intuition an ability to know or understand something through your feelings, rather than by considering facts or evidence |
| 32562 |
Sometimes you just have to rely on your intuitions. intuition an ability to know or understand something through your feelings, rather than by considering facts or evidence |
| 32563 |
Everyone agreed that it was a piece of meticulous research. meticulous very thorough and with careful attention to detail |
| 32564 |
a multicultural society multicultural involving or consisting of people of different cultures |
| 32565 |
Most people found the theory rather opaque. opaque difficult to understand |
| 32566 |
This change in attitude is long overdue. overdue long overdue if something is overdue, it should have been done before now |
| 32567 |
You're long overdue for a dental check-up. overdue overdue for if something is overdue, it should have been done before now |
| 32568 |
an outlawed paramilitary group paramilitary organized and operating like an army |
| 32569 |
a paramilitary police force paramilitary providing support for an army or other military organization |
| 32570 |
She reset the alarm for 7.30. reset to change the time or number on a clock or other piece of equipment |
| 32571 |
Oliver felt he was being ridiculed by the students. ridicule to try to make someone or something seem silly by making fun of them in an unkind way |
| 32572 |
The idea met with such ridicule that it was dropped. ridicule remarks or behaviour intended to make someone or something seem silly by making fun of them in an unkind way |
| 32573 |
Her old-fashioned ideas risk making her an object of ridicule. ridicule object of ridicule (=someone or something that people make fun of) remarks or behaviour intended to make someone or something seem silly by making fun of them in an unkind way |
| 32574 |
The government could be held up to ridicule if the project goes ahead unchanged. ridicule hold someone something up to ridicule (=make them look silly in public) remarks or behaviour intended to make someone or something seem silly by making fun of them in an unkind way |
| 32575 |
You must sign the contract and the sections contained therein. therein in a particular place, activity, or piece of writing that has been mentioned |
| 32576 |
This area is completely unspoilt, and therein lies its charm. therein therein lies something used for explaining the effect of a situation that you have just described |
| 32577 |
He toppled over the side of the bridge into the water. topple to stop being steady and fall, or to make someone or something do this |
| 32578 |
These strong winds could topple a high-sided vehicle. topple to stop being steady and fall, or to make someone or something do this |
| 32579 |
A civil war might topple the government. topple to make someone in authority lose their power |
| 32580 |
tales of great woe woe a strong feeling of sadness |
| 32581 |
economic financial political woes woe problems and worries |
| 32582 |
To add to their woes, farmers are expecting a wet summer. woe to add to someone's woes problems and worries |
| 32583 |
That was the rule, and woe betide anyone who ignored it. woe woe betide someone used for warning someone that they will be in trouble if they do a particular thing |
| 32584 |
Jurors were attentive, taking notes during her testimony. attentive listening to or watching something carefully |
| 32585 |
Service at this small hotel is friendly and attentive. attentive behaving in a way that shows you care about someone and are willing to help them |
| 32586 |
happy children with parents who are attentive to their needs attentive attentive to behaving in a way that shows you care about someone and are willing to help them |
| 32587 |
He was beavering away at his homework until after midnight. beaver beaver away at if you beaver away at something, you work very hard at it |
| 32588 |
The notion that our mental state affects our physical health is gaining credence. credence gain credence if an idea gains credence, people become more likely to believe it |
| 32589 |
It was too silly an idea for Chrissy to give any credence to it. credence give credence to something to believe that something is true |
| 32590 |
The recent discovery of the largest meteorite crater in Europe gives credence to Prof Solomon's theory. credence give lend add credence to something to make people think that something is likely to be true |
| 32591 |
edible mushrooms edible food that is edible is safe or good enough to eat |
| 32592 |
The food in the cafeteria is barely edible (=it tastes very bad). edible food that is edible is safe or good enough to eat |
| 32593 |
There's too much gratuitous violence in the film. gratuitous done or shown without any good reason |
| 32594 |
We were young and idealistic. idealistic believing very firmly in something which is good but probably impossible to achieve |
| 32595 |
the London Philharmonic Orchestra philharmonic a philharmonic orchestra performs classical music |
| 32596 |
the Berlin Philharmonic philharmonic |
| 32597 |
ways of reducing children's propensity to aggression propensity a natural tendency to behave in a particular way |
| 32598 |
Being a role model for younger players is something he relishes. relish to get great pleasure or satisfaction from something |
| 32599 |
She obviously relishes the opportunity of campaigning against her old rival. relish to enjoy the thought of something that you are going to do |
| 32600 |
Hargreaves sat back and lit his cigar with relish. relish with relish great pleasure and satisfaction |
| 32601 |
There was a danger of rioting or civil strife. strife fighting or disagreement between people or groups |
| 32602 |
Sublime music filled the air. sublime extremely good or beautiful |
| 32603 |
His face assumed an expression of sublime conceit. sublime used for describing a feeling or quality that is extreme |
| 32604 |
sublimely happy sublime |
| 32605 |
a general amnesty for all political prisoners amnesty a situation in which a government agrees not to punish, or to no longer punish, people who have committed a particular crime |
| 32606 |
There is no conclusive evidence to suggest that Mrs Warner was murdered. conclusive conclusive evidence, proof, or information proves that something is true |
| 32607 |
The results of this experiment seem pretty conclusive. conclusive conclusive evidence, proof, or information proves that something is true |
| 32608 |
Her innocence was proved conclusively. conclusive |
| 32609 |
The list is by no means exhaustive. exhaustive thorough or complete |
| 32610 |
This latest press leak has his department's fingerprints all over it. fingerprint someone's fingerprints are on all over something used for saying that you can see someone's influence on something |
| 32611 |
an innocuous remark suggestion innocuous not likely to offend or upset anyone |
| 32612 |
an innocuous substance found in some types of fungi innocuous not likely to harm or hurt anyone or anything |
| 32613 |
The Jones trial was a mockery of justice. mockery mockery of something that makes a system, organization etc seem stupid or useless |
| 32614 |
'How interesting,' he said with a hint of mockery. mockery remarks or behaviour intended to make someone seem stupid, for example laughing at them, copying them, or saying something that is not kind |
| 32615 |
Ten-year marriage contracts would make a total mockery of marriage vows. mockery make a mockery of to make someone or something seem stupid or useless |
| 32616 |
a multinational peacekeeping force multinational involving people from many different countries, especially soldiers |
| 32617 |
Two sailors were swept overboard by the wave. overboard off a boat or ship and into the water |
| 32618 |
It's not his style to go overboard with praise. overboard go overboard to do or say more than is reasonable or necessary, for example because you are excited or angry |
| 32619 |
This was an idea first propagated by Marx. propagate to spread ideas, beliefs etc to a lot of people |
| 32620 |
The plant is readily propagated from leaf cuttings. propagate to grow new plants from seeds or from pieces cut from an existing plant, or to make a plant produce more plants |
| 32621 |
a slapstick comedy routine slapstick humour that is based on physical actions such as people hitting each other or falling over, rather than on the clever use of language |
| 32622 |
a symposium on protecting the environment symposium a meeting where experts discuss a particular subject |
| 32623 |
Garcia's first novel was greeted with widespread critical acclaim. acclaim public praise for someone or something |
| 32624 |
In a recent poll, Glasgow won acclaim as Britain's most progressive city. acclaim win receive attract acclaim public praise for someone or something |
| 32625 |
Her latest play has been widely acclaimed by critics. acclaim to publicly praise someone for a major achievement |
| 32626 |
an eloquent speech eloquent expressing what you mean using clear and effective language |
| 32627 |
They were forced to stay in the hotel for the entirety of their stay. entirety the whole of something |
| 32628 |
The film should be shown in its entirety or not at all. entirety in its their entirety with all or everything included |
| 32629 |
Osborne always works within a modern idiom. idiom a particular style in language, art, or music |
| 32630 |
The peace talks have reached an impasse. impasse reach an impasse a situation in which progress is not possible because none of the people involved are willing to change their opinion or decision |
| 32631 |
a computer games junkie junkie used about someone who likes doing something very much and who does it a lot |
| 32632 |
Climbing in the Himalayas is not for novices. novice someone who is just beginning to learn a skill or subject |
| 32633 |
a novice nun monk novice someone who has entered a religious community but is not yet a full member |
| 32634 |
a receptive audience receptive willing to listen or to consider suggestions |
| 32635 |
The company is receptive to new ideas at all times. receptive willing to listen or to consider suggestions |
| 32636 |
fascinating relics of mining history relic an object from the past that has been kept |
| 32637 |
The ban on fund-raising activities is a relic from the previous administration. relic something such as a system or rule that remains from an earlier time or situation |
| 32638 |
A few dirty glasses were the only relics of the night before. relic a piece of evidence or a sign of something that has existed or happened recently |
| 32639 |
funeral rites rite a traditional ceremony, especially a religious one |
| 32640 |
The traditional rites of homage to the emperor were performed. rite perform a rite a traditional ceremony, especially a religious one |
| 32641 |
She was in dire straits and couldn't get a loan. strait be in dire desperate straits to be in a very difficult situation, especially one involving a lack of money |
| 32642 |
a tenuous agreement connection tenuous weak and likely to change |
| 32643 |
The document was seen as a public relations exercise rather than a blueprint for change. blueprint blueprint for a detailed plan for doing something new, or something that is a model for how something should be done |
| 32644 |
The Chinese view foreigners as a completely separate caste who require special luxuries. caste a group of people who have the same social or professional status |
| 32645 |
dark and dreary weather dreary making you feel bored or unhappy |
| 32646 |
a Spanish Muslim Chinese enclave enclave an area of a country or city where a particular group of people live |
| 32647 |
the geology of oil fields geology the way that particular rocks or areas of the Earth's surface are formed |
| 32648 |
intrusive noise lights tourists intrusive interrupting a peaceful situation |
| 32649 |
I found their question quite intrusive. intrusive becoming involved in something in a way that is not welcome |
| 32650 |
intrusive press photographers intrusive becoming involved in something in a way that is not welcome |
| 32651 |
Teams like the Wallabies are not invincible. invincible too strong to be defeated |
| 32652 |
invincible prejudices invincible too strong to be changed |
| 32653 |
We hope a settlement can be reached without recourse to legal action. recourse the use of something so that you can get what you want or need in a difficult situation |
| 32654 |
The system allows doctors to have recourse to specialist opinion. recourse the use of something so that you can get what you want or need in a difficult situation |
| 32655 |
a stagnant economy stagnant not growing or developing |
| 32656 |
temperate countries regions zones temperate a temperate climate or region is never extremely hot or extremely cold |
| 32657 |
temperate weather temperate a temperate climate or region is never extremely hot or extremely cold |
| 32658 |
temperate forests birds temperate used about plants and animals that live in temperate areas |
| 32659 |
He was patient, self-controlled, and temperate in his habits. temperate not extreme in behaviour or language |
| 32660 |
Eric sings tenor. tenor the middle and higher range of musical notes written for men to sing |
| 32661 |
a tenor saxophone tenor a musical instrument that plays a middle range of musical notes |
| 32662 |
I think the tenor of the discussions has been pretty positive. tenor tenor of the feeling, mood, or main message that you get from a book, person, situation etc |
| 32663 |
a busy city centre thoroughfare thoroughfare a main road through a place |
| 32664 |
traffic on the town's main thoroughfare thoroughfare a main road through a place |
| 32665 |
That leg will be in traction for at least three weeks. traction the use of special equipment to hold someone's body in a particular position |
| 32666 |
Gandhi helped people transcend political and class barriers. transcend to become free of negative attitudes, thoughts, or feelings that limit what you can achieve |
| 32667 |
One aim of this meditation practice is to transcend fear. transcend to become free of negative attitudes, thoughts, or feelings that limit what you can achieve |
| 32668 |
Inspector Malley ushered us into his office. usher to lead someone politely somewhere, for example into a room or towards a seat |
| 32669 |
We're working weekends in order to clear a backlog of orders. backlog an amount of work or other things that you should already have done or dealt with |
| 32670 |
dissident views dissident |
| 32671 |
He had become an expert at evading responsibility. evade to avoid accepting or dealing with something that you should do |
| 32672 |
She was found guilty of evading taxes amounting to nearly 500,000. evade to avoid accepting or dealing with something that you should do |
| 32673 |
Jackson skilfully evaded reporters' questions. evade to avoid talking about something or answering a question |
| 32674 |
There seemed little chance of evading photographers. evade to avoid meeting someone who you do not want to see |
| 32675 |
The armed robbers evaded capture, escaping in a stolen vehicle. evade evade capture prosecution the authorities to avoid being caught, especially after you have done something illegal |
| 32676 |
flooding caused by last night's ferocious storm ferocious violent and able to cause serious damage or injury |
| 32677 |
The plan met with ferocious criticism. ferocious severe or strong |
| 32678 |
The condition does not seem to impair his ability to work. impair to make something less good or effective, especially by causing damage that affects the way something works |
| 32679 |
A whole raft of strategies were suggested in the report. raft a raft of a very large number of people or things |
| 32680 |
This period marked a rebirth in civic pride. rebirth a situation in which something becomes popular, important, or effective again |
| 32681 |
the rebirth of jazz rebirth a situation in which something becomes popular, important, or effective again |
| 32682 |
He accused the government of being in thrall to big business. thrall in thrall to completely controlled or influenced by someone or something |
| 32683 |
a backstage pass (=a special ticket that allows you to go backstage) backstage relating to the area behind the stage in a theatre, including the rooms where the actors get dressed |
| 32684 |
Desperate parents were forced to sell their children into bondage. bondage a situation in which a person belongs to someone as their slave |
| 32685 |
Would he ever have enough money to be wholly free from the bondage of work? bondage a situation in which you are not free because someone or something controls your life |
| 32686 |
the craze for Irish music craze craze for something that suddenly becomes very popular, but for only a short time |
| 32687 |
a foot shoe rubber fetish fetish an unusual sexual interest in a particular object or material |
| 32688 |
an exercise fetish fetish something that someone enjoys a lot, in a way that is unusual or unreasonable |
| 32689 |
That film was pure fluff. fluff something that is entertaining but not serious or important |
| 32690 |
Fluff the pillows after you use them. fluff to shake something so that more air goes into it and it becomes larger and softer |
| 32691 |
When he's frightened, the cat fluffs up his tail. fluff to shake something so that more air goes into it and it becomes larger and softer |
| 32692 |
She started to fluff tasks that should have been childishly simple. fluff to do something badly |
| 32693 |
Try not to fluff your lines! fluff fluff your lines (=say them badly when acting in a play) to do something badly |
| 32694 |
the heady scent of jasmine heady affecting you in a strong and pleasant way |
| 32695 |
the heady freedom of the late 1960s heady very exciting and making you feel that you can achieve anything you want |
| 32696 |
jumbo sausages jumbo larger than other things of the same type |
| 32697 |
the legendary outlaw Robin Hood outlaw a criminal, especially one who moves from place to place to avoid being caught |
| 32698 |
They signed an agreement outlawing chemical weapons. outlaw to make something illegal |
| 32699 |
Trade union membership was virtually outlawed under the newly introduced legislation. outlaw to make something illegal |
| 32700 |
plush offices surroundings plush expensive, comfortable, and attractive |
| 32701 |
a luxurious red plush carpet plush made from or covered with a soft thick cloth similar to velvet |
| 32702 |
There is no subtlety at all about his painting. subtlety the quality of being complicated, delicate, or difficult to notice, often in a skilful or attractive way |
| 32703 |
Hickey's performance was magnificent in its subtlety of detail. subtlety the quality of being complicated, delicate, or difficult to notice, often in a skilful or attractive way |
| 32704 |
Very few people truly appreciate the subtleties of her musical compositions. subtlety a small detail or feature that is difficult to notice |
| 32705 |
a nervous tic tic a sudden movement of a muscle that you cannot control, especially a muscle in your face |
| 32706 |
He predicted the winners of each race with uncanny accuracy. uncanny strange and mysterious |
| 32707 |
A devoted secretary catered to his every whim. whim a sudden feeling that you must have or must do something. This word often suggests that what someone wants is not important |
| 32708 |
Prisoners were executed at the captain's whim. whim at someone's whim a sudden feeling that you must have or must do something. This word often suggests that what someone wants is not important |
| 32709 |
On a whim, she decided to go away for the weekend. whim on a whim a sudden feeling that you must have or must do something. This word often suggests that what someone wants is not important |
| 32710 |
We managed to get the boat afloat again. afloat floating on water |
| 32711 |
holidays afloat afloat on a boat or a ship |
| 32712 |
1 million is needed to keep the institution afloat. afloat able to pay the money that you owe |
| 32713 |
'I can't hear you!' he bellowed. bellow to shout very loudly |
| 32714 |
a bellow of laughter bellow a loud deep sound made by a person |
| 32715 |
the former Soviet bloc nations bloc a group of countries or people with the same political aims |
| 32716 |
The committee was in complete disarray. disarray a situation in which people are very confused or things are not organized, especially because something unexpected has happened |
| 32717 |
Talks between the nations were reportedly edgy today. edgy used about a situation when it is difficult to feel calm because people are angry or upset |
| 32718 |
I tried to move my leg, but the pain was excruciating. excruciating causing extreme physical pain |
| 32719 |
She suffered from excruciating headaches. excruciating causing extreme physical pain |
| 32720 |
a moment of excruciating terror excruciating used for emphasizing how bad something is |
| 32721 |
The situation was excruciatingly embarrassing. excruciating |
| 32722 |
a flashy red tie flashy very bright and colourful, usually in a way that looks ugly |
| 32723 |
Sophie sounded a bit fraught on the phone. fraught very worried and with a lot of problems |
| 32724 |
The meeting was a bit fraught. fraught used about situations |
| 32725 |
a thousand-word statement fraught with ambiguities fraught fraught with full of problems, difficulties, or things that are confusing |
| 32726 |
a groovy hairstyle groovy impressive because of being fashionable or attractive. This word was especially popular in the 1960s |
| 32727 |
a Foreign Office Whitehall mandarin mandarin a senior official in the civil service (=government departments). This word often shows that you think officials like these have too much power |
| 32728 |
a momentous occasion event decision momentous very important because of having an effect on future events |
| 32729 |
Corruption in sport is rife. rife if something bad or unpleasant is rife, there is a lot of it |
| 32730 |
The investigation was rife with rumour and speculation. rife rife with if something bad or unpleasant is rife, there is a lot of it |
| 32731 |
I could hear her sobbing. sob to cry noisily while taking short breaths |
| 32732 |
'What can be worse than this?' she sobbed. sob to cry noisily while taking short breaths |
| 32733 |
The crisis was a watershed in the history of our country. watershed watershed in an event that causes an important change to take place |
| 32734 |
the 9 o'clock watershed watershed a time in the evening when television stations start to broadcast programmes that are only suitable for adults |
| 32735 |
The team of editors was augmented by freelancers. augment to increase the size, amount, or value of something |
| 32736 |
the bustle of the big city bustle a lot of noisy activity in a crowded place |
| 32737 |
Maggie was bustling about doing the housework. bustle bustle around about to do something or go somewhere quickly, usually because you are very busy |
| 32738 |
They were all working towards a society run on egalitarian principles. egalitarian supporting a social system in which everyone has equal status and the same money and opportunities |
| 32739 |
a remote Highland glen highland relating to the Scottish Highlands |
| 32740 |
highland regions highland relating to mountains and hills |
| 32741 |
an impromptu dinner party impromptu not planned or prepared |
| 32742 |
Some lunatic was driving on the wrong side of the road. lunatic someone who behaves in an extreme or dangerous way |
| 32743 |
lunatic ideas lunatic extreme, or dangerous |
| 32744 |
plants nurtured in a greenhouse nurture to provide the care and attention necessary for a young child, animal, or plant to grow and develop |
| 32745 |
The magazine had a reputation for nurturing young writers. nurture to help someone or something to develop |
| 32746 |
a totalitarian regime that nurtured a deep and lasting violence nurture to provide the necessary conditions for something to grow and develop |
| 32747 |
ferry services to outlying islands outlying existing outside and away from a particular place |
| 32748 |
the Hindu scriptures scripture the holy writings of any religion |
| 32749 |
an especially virulent form of malaria virulent a virulent illness is very dangerous, and affects people very quickly |
| 32750 |
virulent racism virulent virulent feelings or actions are extremely strong and angry |
| 32751 |
The programme was full of wry observations about married life. wry funny and clever |
| 32752 |
A wry smile crossed his face as he listened to the tortured explanation. wry a wry smile grin comment showing that you think something is funny but not very pleasant, often by the expression on your face |
| 32753 |
'A few of the girls were after me,' he recalled, blushing slightly. blush if you blush, your cheeks become red because you feel embarrassed or ashamed |
| 32754 |
I blush to admit it, but it's true. blush blush to do something to feel embarrassed or ashamed |
| 32755 |
At first blush it looks like any other car. blush at first blush when you first think about or see something |
| 32756 |
He scored at the last minute, and spared England's blushes. blush spare save someone's blushes to prevent someone from being embarrassed or ashamed by doing or saying something, or by avoiding doing or saying something |
| 32757 |
He's a good footballer, but a bit erratic. erratic changing often or not following a regular pattern, so that it is difficult to know what will happen next |
| 32758 |
the recent erratic performance of the markets erratic changing often or not following a regular pattern, so that it is difficult to know what will happen next |
| 32759 |
a cup of lukewarm coffee lukewarm not hot or cold enough to be enjoyable |
| 32760 |
Involvement in the war has received only lukewarm support. lukewarm not very enthusiastic or interested |
| 32761 |
A translator has to be alert to every nuance. nuance a slight difference that may be difficult to notice but is fairly important |
| 32762 |
They were superfluous to requirements (=not required). superfluous not needed or wanted |
| 32763 |
The work is slow and dangerous, whence the high costs. whence used for introducing the result of a fact that has just been stated |
| 32764 |
He arrived at Paddington Station, whence he walked to the Cumberland Hotel. whence an old or literary word meaning 'from where' |
| 32765 |
They have returned to the place from whence they came. whence from whence an old or literary word meaning 'from where' |
| 32766 |
Ghandi was a great apostle of non-violence. apostle someone who has a strong belief in an idea and tries to get other people to support it |
| 32767 |
Traditionally an all-male bastion, the yachting world has gradually opened to women competitors. bastion an organization, community, or system that supports and defends a particular way of life, tradition, or belief |
| 32768 |
one of the last bastions of Soviet-style communism bastion bastion of an organization, community, or system that supports and defends a particular way of life, tradition, or belief |
| 32769 |
Advertising restrictions are easily circumvented. circumvent to find a way of avoiding a rule or law that limits you, especially using a clever trick that does not break the law |
| 32770 |
motorists attempting to circumvent traffic jams circumvent to go around something that is stopping you going where you want |
| 32771 |
Schools are taking action to counteract bullying. counteract to reduce the negative effect of something by doing something that has an opposite effect |
| 32772 |
measures to counteract traffic congestion counteract to reduce the negative effect of something by doing something that has an opposite effect |
| 32773 |
Their share price cratered following the announcement. crater to suddenly become much lower |
| 32774 |
a bomb crater crater a large round hole in the ground caused by an explosion |
| 32775 |
Their success was due to the dogged determination of their coach. dogged determined to achieve something and continuing to try despite difficulties |
| 32776 |
a comedy duo duo two people who sing, play music, or perform together |
| 32777 |
My father and his business partner were a formidable duo. duo two people who work together or who often do things together |
| 32778 |
We are not just voting fodder for professional politicians. fodder someone or something considered useful only for one particular purpose |
| 32779 |
The band has given plenty of fodder to tabloid journalists. fodder someone or something that people talk or write about |
| 32780 |
He is frail, but still manages to walk with a stick. frail physically weak and not very healthy |
| 32781 |
a garden with a frail wooden fence around it frail not strong and therefore likely to be damaged or destroyed |
| 32782 |
attempts to rebuild the frail economy frail not strong and therefore likely to be damaged or destroyed |
| 32783 |
A proposal of that ilk seems reasonable to me. ilk of its that their ilk of its that their particular type or kind |
| 32784 |
The show is by no means the worst of its ilk. ilk of its that their ilk of its that their particular type or kind |
| 32785 |
Polly's face burned with indignation. indignation anger about an unfair situation or about someone's unfair behaviour |
| 32786 |
a protracted visit war divorce protracted continuing for a long time, especially longer than is normal or necessary |
| 32787 |
anaerobic bacteria anaerobic living or happening without oxygen from the air |
| 32788 |
The book is a refreshing antidote to the usual guides to communication between men and women. antidote antidote to something that helps to improve the effects of something bad or negative |
| 32789 |
consensual sex consensual agreed to by all the people involved |
| 32790 |
disruptive pupils disruptive causing difficulties that interrupt something or prevent it from continuing |
| 32791 |
a divisive issue divisive likely to cause arguments between people |
| 32792 |
an envious glance envious unhappy because you want very much to do something that someone else does or to have something that they have |
| 32793 |
He was envious of the local boys who could see her every day. envious envious of unhappy because you want very much to do something that someone else does or to have something that they have |
| 32794 |
verbal mental gymnastics gymnastics clever arguments or use of language |
| 32795 |
the world heavyweight champion heavyweight relating to this weight group |
| 32796 |
a heavyweight title fight heavyweight relating to this weight group |
| 32797 |
literary heavyweights such as Dickens and Hardy heavyweight someone or something that has a lot of influence, status, or knowledge |
| 32798 |
an illicit relationship with a married man illicit an illicit relationship, activity, or situation is one that people do not approve of |
| 32799 |
illicit drug trafficking illicit not allowed by the law or rules |
| 32800 |
illicit weapons shipments illicit not allowed by the law or rules |
| 32801 |
a chauffeur-driven limousine limousine a large expensive comfortable car in which a screen separates the driver from the passengers |
| 32802 |
menstrual pain menstrual relating to a woman's periods |
| 32803 |
The company offers a multiplicity of financial services. multiplicity a large quantity or variety of things |
| 32804 |
The deal is a prelude to a merger of the two companies. prelude prelude to an event that happens before and introduces a more important event |
| 32805 |
The police said he was drunk, a claim refuted by his attorney. refute to say that a statement is not true or accurate without giving proof |
| 32806 |
The evidence refutes all claims that the student loan scheme is not working. refute to prove that a statement is false |
| 32807 |
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning. seasoning salt, pepper, or other spices that you add to food to improve the taste |
| 32808 |
a sudden shortfall in the supply of skilled labour shortfall a lack of something that you need or want, or the amount that you lack |
| 32809 |
The stars on the American flag signify the fifty states. signify to be a sign or symbol of something |
| 32810 |
What does the motto, 'Don't tread on me' signify? signify to mean something |
| 32811 |
The jury signifies its decision with a show of hands. signify to do something to communicate a message or meaning |
| 32812 |
The results of this experiment do not signify. signify to have influence or an important effect on something |
| 32813 |
She took another slug of whisky. slug an amount of a strong alcoholic drink that you drink quickly |
| 32814 |
Sasha woke up feeling tired and sluggish. sluggish not performing or reacting as well as usual |
| 32815 |
a sluggish economy sluggish not performing or reacting as well as usual |
| 32816 |
a sluggish stream sluggish not moving as quickly as usual |
| 32817 |
a lemon onion tart tart a pie that has no top and is filled with vegetables, fruit etc |
| 32818 |
A solitary tear trickled down his cheek. trickle if a liquid or a substance such as sand trickles somewhere, a small amount of it flows there slowly |
| 32819 |
We let the sand trickle between our toes. trickle if a liquid or a substance such as sand trickles somewhere, a small amount of it flows there slowly |
| 32820 |
Guests were beginning to trickle into the church. trickle if people or things trickle in or out, a few of them arrive or leave |
| 32821 |
The trickle had become a flood and now a torrent. trickle a small amount of a liquid or other substance that flows slowly |
| 32822 |
a trickle of blood trickle trickle of a small amount of a liquid or other substance that flows slowly |
| 32823 |
The traffic was now moving at a trickle. trickle at a trickle a slow rate at which people or things move |
| 32824 |
Did he come of his own volition? volition the power or ability to decide something by yourself and to take action to get what you want. A more usual word is will |
| 32825 |
a barrage of abuse barrage barrage of a lot of criticisms, complaints, or questions directed at one person |
| 32826 |
There is strong circumstantial evidence against him. circumstantial circumstantial evidence makes it seem likely that something is true but does not prove it |
| 32827 |
messages floating around in the ether ether the air or atmosphere, especially when you are talking about it as the substance that radio, telephone, or Internet communications pass through |
| 32828 |
a flagship store flagship the biggest, most important, or best thing in a group |
| 32829 |
a glut of cars on the market glut glut of an available amount of something that is more than people want or need |
| 32830 |
When all the fruit ripens in September we get a glut. glut an available amount of something that is more than people want or need |
| 32831 |
The darkness was impeding his progress. impede to make it more difficult for someone to do something or more difficult for something to happen |
| 32832 |
intolerable pain intolerable impossible to bear or deal with |
| 32833 |
The noise is making our lives intolerable. intolerable impossible to bear or deal with |
| 32834 |
an intolerable situation intolerable impossible to bear or deal with |
| 32835 |
intolerably slow progress intolerable |
| 32836 |
economic and social malaise malaise a situation in which a society or organization is not operating effectively |
| 32837 |
He mused on his relationship with his own father. muse muse on about over to think about something in a careful slow way |
| 32838 |
The regime gained notoriety for its harsh treatment of political prisoners. notoriety a situation in which someone or something is famous for something bad |
| 32839 |
She was papped coming out of a nightclub with her ex-boyfriend. pap to take a photograph of a famous person that you are following in order to sell it to a newspaper or magazine |
| 32840 |
pastoral duties pastoral relating to the work that a priest or other religious leader does to help and advise people |
| 32841 |
a pastoral visit pastoral relating to the work that a priest or other religious leader does to help and advise people |
| 32842 |
a pastoral scene poem pastoral relating to life in the countryside |
| 32843 |
a precarious future situation position existence precarious likely to change or become dangerous without warning |
| 32844 |
For the refugees life was always precarious. precarious likely to change or become dangerous without warning |
| 32845 |
Her position on the ledge was somewhat precarious. precarious not safe or likely to fall |
| 32846 |
a precarious chimney precarious not safe or likely to fall |
| 32847 |
She doubted the propriety of letting him buy her presents. propriety behaviour that follows accepted social or moral standards |
| 32848 |
He was careful to observe the proprieties. propriety the proprieties the rules of social behaviour that most people accept as correct |
| 32849 |
He was stricken with severe arthritis. stricken affected by serious problems such as injury or illness |
| 32850 |
Oil is still spilling from the stricken vessel. stricken damaged or destroyed by a bomb, fire, flood etc |
| 32851 |
poverty-stricken #NAME? used with some nouns to describe people or things affected by serious problems or unpleasant emotions |
| 32852 |
grief-stricken #NAME? used with some nouns to describe people or things affected by serious problems or unpleasant emotions |
| 32853 |
Late payments incur a 10% surcharge. surcharge an additional amount of money that you must pay for something over the usual price |
| 32854 |
They were swept away by the raging torrent. torrent a fast and powerful flow of liquid, especially water |
| 32855 |
a torrent of abuse words criticism torrent torrent of a large amount of something, especially something unpleasant |
| 32856 |
There is no personal animosity between them. animosity a strong feeling of disliking someone or something |
| 32857 |
He quickly rowed ashore. ashore to or onto land from the water or a ship |
| 32858 |
All the crew have come ashore. ashore to or onto land from the water or a ship |
| 32859 |
After two weeks on the rig, they had three days ashore. ashore on land, and not on the sea |
| 32860 |
a chicken and vegetable casserole casserole food prepared in a casserole dish |
| 32861 |
I took a detour round the back streets. detour make take a detour a way of going from one place to another that is not the shortest or usual way |
| 32862 |
One evening we detoured to Crystal Bay to watch the sunset. detour to go from one place to another by a way that is not the shortest or usual way |
| 32863 |
There's a whole list of people who might bear a grudge against him. grudge a feeling of anger towards someone because they have done something to you that does not seem right or fair |
| 32864 |
I grudge every minute that I have to stay away from my writing. grudge to give something without wanting to |
| 32865 |
He smiled briefly, then returned to his habitual frown. habitual usually or often done by someone |
| 32866 |
an habitual smoker drinker liar criminal habitual used for describing a person who has a particular bad habit |
| 32867 |
a placid baby horse child placid rarely showing or experiencing excitement or anger |
| 32868 |
a placid expression face placid rarely showing or experiencing excitement or anger |
| 32869 |
the placid waters of the lake placid peaceful and without a lot of action or movement |
| 32870 |
Her sister's cancer is in remission. remission in remission a period of time when an illness or disease becomes less severe |
| 32871 |
Scholarship students will receive full remission of their tuition fees. remission the process by which someone is allowed not to pay money that they owe |
| 32872 |
'Fascinating,' said Sheila, her voice heavy with sarcasm. sarcasm the activity of saying or writing the opposite of what you mean, or of speaking in a way intended to make someone else feel stupid or show them that you are angry |
| 32873 |
The committee's report is quite scathing. scathing criticizing someone or something in a very strong way |
| 32874 |
He launched a scathing attack on the Prime Minister. scathing scathing attack comment remark criticizing someone or something in a very strong way |
| 32875 |
What you said about Barbara is cruel and vicious slander. slander something bad that you say about someone that is not true and may damage their reputation |
| 32876 |
He leant forward and snuffed the candle. snuff |
| 32877 |
The dog came over and snuffed at her feet. snuff to breathe in noisily through your nose, for example when you smell something or when you are crying |
| 32878 |
The organization decided to solicit aid for the new campaign. solicit to ask someone for something such as money or support |
| 32879 |
time spent soliciting funds from overseas investors solicit to ask someone for something such as money or support |
| 32880 |
Police have been carrying out raids on prostitutes suspected of soliciting. solicit to offer to have sex with someone in exchange for money |
| 32881 |
wholesome home-cooked meals wholesome wholesome food is food that is good for you |
| 32882 |
wholesome family entertainment wholesome considered to have a good influence on people, for example because it does not involve sex or drugs |
| 32883 |
The party are hoping her wholesome image will appeal to voters. wholesome considered to have a good influence on people, for example because it does not involve sex or drugs |
| 32884 |
The pub had a comfortable ambience. ambience the character of a place or the feeling you have about it |
| 32885 |
the latest analogue mobile phone analogue using signals or information represented by continuously changing quantities of space, electrical current etc |
| 32886 |
They remain ardent supporters of the Labour Party. ardent feeling or showing a particular emotion very strongly, especially in support of someone or something |
| 32887 |
an ardent feminist ardent feeling or showing a particular emotion very strongly, especially in support of someone or something |
| 32888 |
an auxiliary power unit auxiliary auxiliary equipment or systems are available for use if the main one fails |
| 32889 |
auxiliary nurses troops pilots auxiliary auxiliary workers help more senior or permanent workers |
| 32890 |
Police have so far failed to find the culprits. culprit someone who is responsible for doing something bad or illegal |
| 32891 |
The workload is bigger than ever, and technology seems to be the main culprit. culprit the cause of something bad happening |
| 32892 |
She claims there was a conspiracy to discredit her. discredit to harm someone's reputation |
| 32893 |
attempts to discredit evidence discredit to make people think that something is not true |
| 32894 |
Anna's forays into cooking were never very successful. foray an attempt at doing something new or something that you do not usually do |
| 32895 |
the tradition of liberty, equality, and fraternity fraternity feelings of friendship, trust, and support between people |
| 32896 |
The minister met with representatives from the hunting fraternity. fraternity people who do the same job or share the same interests, or the organization that they belong to |
| 32897 |
Our group included two members of the legal fraternity. fraternity people who do the same job or share the same interests, or the organization that they belong to |
| 32898 |
It's not a real education policy, it's just a gimmick to win votes. gimmick something that is intended to impress and interest you but is really not at all useful |
| 32899 |
Government agents had been infiltrating paramilitary groups. infiltrate to secretly join an organization or go into a place in order to find out information about it or damage it |
| 32900 |
plans to prevent rebels from infiltrating into the country infiltrate infiltrate into to secretly join an organization or go into a place in order to find out information about it or damage it |
| 32901 |
the way that technology has infiltrated our daily lives infiltrate to become a feature of something gradually, without anyone noticing |
| 32902 |
a comic act full of sexual innuendo innuendo the use of statements with a second possible meaning, usually referring to sex and intended as a joke, or one of these statements |
| 32903 |
The president was brought down through gossip and innuendo. innuendo the use of insulting or negative comments about someone that are suggested rather than stated directly, or one of these comments |
| 32904 |
a karaoke night karaoke a type of entertainment in which people sing popular songs while recorded music is played |
| 32905 |
a hotel situated on the lakeside lakeside the land that surrounds a lake |
| 32906 |
San Felice is an attractive lakeside resort. lakeside the land that surrounds a lake |
| 32907 |
rumblings of discontent that were a prologue to war prologue prologue to an event that leads to another event |
| 32908 |
a rupture of the eardrum rupture an occasion when something suddenly bursts or tears |
| 32909 |
The marriage caused a rupture in her relationship with her mother. rupture an end to a friendly relationship or to a peaceful situation |
| 32910 |
a ruptured tendon vein spleen rupture if an organ or object ruptures, or if you rupture it, it bursts or tears suddenly |
| 32911 |
The impact ruptured both fuel tanks. rupture if an organ or object ruptures, or if you rupture it, it bursts or tears suddenly |
| 32912 |
a sensual experience sensual relating to or providing physical pleasure, especially sexual pleasure |
| 32913 |
a sensual mouth sensual suggesting physical pleasure, especially sexual pleasure |
| 32914 |
I don't want to know all the sordid details. sordid immoral, dishonest, or unpleasant |
| 32915 |
a sordid secret story affair sordid immoral, dishonest, or unpleasant |
| 32916 |
a shabby boarding house in a sordid street sordid dirty and ugly |
| 32917 |
Her psychiatrist put her into a deep hypnotic trance. trance put someone in into a trance a state caused by hypnosis in which someone can move and speak but is not conscious in a normal way |
| 32918 |
He came out of his trance and greeted me. trance a state in which you are awake but not really conscious of where you are because you are thinking about something else |
| 32919 |
Horvath made an allusion to some problems in his past. allusion a statement that refers to something in an indirect way |
| 32920 |
These communities have peacefully coexisted for centuries. coexist to live or exist at the same time or in the same place |
| 32921 |
It is possible for local wildlife to coexist with industry. coexist coexist with to live or exist at the same time or in the same place |
| 32922 |
He felt a sudden compulsion to tell her the truth. compulsion a very strong feeling of wanting to do something, especially a feeling that you cannot control |
| 32923 |
You are not under any compulsion to make a statement to the police. compulsion under compulsion a legal or other obligation to do something |
| 32924 |
The cause of the crash is pure conjecture at this point. conjecture pure conjecture (=a guess) the development of a theory or guess based on information that is not complete |
| 32925 |
If his conjecture was correct, the mixture should explode in a few moments. conjecture a theory or guess based on information that is not complete |
| 32926 |
'How's things?' 'Just dandy!' dandy excellent |
| 32927 |
Don't fret, I'll be fine. fret to worry about something continuously |
| 32928 |
There's no point in fretting about things you can't change. fret to worry about something continuously |
| 32929 |
We're busy laying the groundwork for another campaign. groundwork lay the groundwork (for something) to do what is necessary before an event or process can begin |
| 32930 |
the hallowed turf of Wembley stadium hallowed considered very special and treated with great respect |
| 32931 |
hazy sunshine hazy not clear because there is smoke, dust, or water in the air |
| 32932 |
Alan had only hazy recollections of their meeting. hazy a hazy memory is one that you cannot remember well |
| 32933 |
He exploited a legal loophole in order to avoid paying child support. loophole something that has been left out of a law or legal document that people can use to avoid obeying it |
| 32934 |
The new law has closed a loophole that enabled rich corporations to pay no tax. loophole close a loophole in something (=correct it) something that has been left out of a law or legal document that people can use to avoid obeying it |
| 32935 |
He kept up a steady monologue during the whole journey. monologue a speech made by someone who talks for a long time and does not let anyone else say anything |
| 32936 |
His troops overran two-thirds of the country. overrun to defeat an enemy in war and take the land that they control |
| 32937 |
a city completely overrun by crime overrun to be present in a place in such large amounts or numbers that it is dangerous or unpleasant |
| 32938 |
The mall was overrun with holiday shoppers. overrun to be present in a place in such large amounts or numbers that it is dangerous or unpleasant |
| 32939 |
the huge cost overruns at the end of the project overrun an amount of time or money that is more than was planned or intended |
| 32940 |
The dogs have overturned our bin again. overturn to turn something so that its bottom or side is upwards |
| 32941 |
The truck overturned and fell off the bridge. overturn to turn over in this way |
| 32942 |
The appeal court refused to overturn the lower court's decision. overturn to say officially that something such as a decision or law is wrong and change it |
| 32943 |
We are just pawns in her ambitious plans. pawn pawn in a person who is being used by someone who is more powerful to help them achieve an aim |
| 32944 |
Are you good at solving riddles? riddle a question that seems impossible or silly but has a clever or funny answer |
| 32945 |
No one could provide an answer to the riddle of Elise's death. riddle riddle of someone or something that is mysterious or confusing |
| 32946 |
Stop talking in riddles and explain what's going on. riddle talk speak in riddles to say things that are confusing and difficult to understand |
| 32947 |
A gunman riddled the facade of the building with bullets. riddle riddle with to make a lot of holes in someone or something, especially with bullets |
| 32948 |
shabby clothes furniture buildings shabby old and in bad condition |
| 32949 |
The children were all so shabby and hungry. shabby dressed in clothes that are old or in bad condition |
| 32950 |
Linda felt shabby standing next to Andrea in her fashionable clothes. shabby feel shabby dressed in clothes that are old or in bad condition |
| 32951 |
The whole affair was rather shabby. shabby not fair, or not honest |
| 32952 |
He blasted the lawyers for submitting such shabby paperwork. shabby of low quality |
| 32953 |
a shop selling shabby goods shabby of low quality |
| 32954 |
The fourth round of talks ended in a stalemate. stalemate end in reach (a) stalemate a situation in which progress is impossible because the people or groups involved cannot agree |
| 32955 |
Management and the unions have reached stalemate in their negotiations. stalemate a situation in which progress is impossible because the people or groups involved cannot agree |
| 32956 |
a staunch critic opponent supporter staunch loyal, and showing strong belief in something or strong support for something |
| 32957 |
utilitarian furniture utilitarian designed to be useful rather than attractive |
| 32958 |
windfall profits windfall an amount of money that you get when you are not expecting it, especially a large amount |
| 32959 |
These are the principles that form the bedrock of American society. bedrock bedrock of the ideas and principles on which a belief or system is based |
| 32960 |
a contraceptive pill contraceptive designed to prevent a woman from becoming pregnant |
| 32961 |
the novel's convoluted storyline convoluted very complicated, or more complicated than necessary |
| 32962 |
a cunning and resourceful criminal cunning someone who is cunning uses their intelligence to get what they want, especially by tricking or cheating people |
| 32963 |
a cunning marketing strategy cunning used about people's behaviour, actions, or ideas |
| 32964 |
She displayed remarkable cunning in persuading us all of her innocence. cunning the use of clever methods to get what you want, especially methods that involve tricking or cheating people |
| 32965 |
a friendly hotel with stylish decor decor the style of decoration and furniture in a building |
| 32966 |
He was in a defiant mood. defiant refusing to obey a person or rule |
| 32967 |
Mr Lally remains defiant, insisting that he will not give in. defiant refusing to obey a person or rule |
| 32968 |
They went into ecstasies over the beauty of the countryside. ecstasy be in go into ecstasies to talk start to talk in a very excited way about something that you like or admire |
| 32969 |
The news prompted a wave of euphoria. euphoria a feeling of great happiness that usually lasts for a short time only |
| 32970 |
We had four days at our mountain getaway. getaway a place away from home where you can relax |
| 32971 |
a weekend getaway getaway a short holiday |
| 32972 |
I decided to make my getaway as soon as I got the chance. getaway to get away from a boring social situation |
| 32973 |
As soon as he arrived in the country, he was hustled off to prison. hustle to make someone go quickly where you want them to go, or to make them do what you want them to do |
| 32974 |
She'd been hustled into selling the house too quickly. hustle to make someone go quickly where you want them to go, or to make them do what you want them to do |
| 32975 |
Jim hustles stolen computers. hustle to get money or goods in a dishonest way or by selling sex |
| 32976 |
Both of them hustle in the tourist areas. hustle to get money or goods in a dishonest way or by selling sex |
| 32977 |
We've got to hustle if we're going to get this done. hustle to move in a quick effective way |
| 32978 |
away from the hustle and bustle of the city hustle hustle and bustle a lot of noisy activity |
| 32979 |
an insurance hustle hustle a dishonest way of making money |
| 32980 |
The security forces seem to be able to abuse human rights with impunity. impunity freedom from any risk of being punished for doing something wrong or bad |
| 32981 |
the insidious effects of gossip insidious something that is insidious is dangerous because it seems to be harmless or not important but in fact causes harm or damage |
| 32982 |
interpersonal relationships interpersonal involving relationships between people |
| 32983 |
The successful candidate should have strong interpersonal skills. interpersonal interpersonal skills (=the ability to create good relationships between yourself and other people) involving relationships between people |
| 32984 |
a labyrinth of dark caves labyrinth a place where there are a lot of paths or passages and you can easily become lost |
| 32985 |
I say this without malice. malice a strong feeling of wanting to hurt someone or be unkind to them |
| 32986 |
He has no malice towards Kevin. malice a strong feeling of wanting to hurt someone or be unkind to them |
| 32987 |
He had a tendency to put women on a pedestal. pedestal put someone on a pedestal to admire or love someone so much that you believe they have no faults |
| 32988 |
He believed the death of his child was penance for his sins. penance penance for punishment or suffering that you accept, especially because of your religious beliefs, to show that you are sorry for something bad that you have done |
| 32989 |
He did penance for the wrongs he had committed. penance do penance punishment or suffering that you accept, especially because of your religious beliefs, to show that you are sorry for something bad that you have done |
| 32990 |
perpendicular cliffs perpendicular completely upright and straight |
| 32991 |
Line A is perpendicular to line B. perpendicular perpendicular to forming a 90 angle with another surface or line |
| 32992 |
This film marked the pinnacle of her acting career. pinnacle pinnacle of the most successful or exciting part of someone's life |
| 32993 |
the effort to keep the scourge of drugs off our streets scourge something that causes a lot of trouble or harm |
| 32994 |
The country is believed to have stockpiles of chemical weapons. stockpile a large collection of things that may be needed |
| 32995 |
Terrorist groups are believed to be stockpiling weapons. stockpile to collect large amounts of things that may be needed |
| 32996 |
a brutal tyranny tyranny a government that treats people in a cruel and unfair way, using force to control them |
| 32997 |
The people will rise up to free themselves from tyranny. tyranny a government that treats people in a cruel and unfair way, using force to control them |
| 32998 |
She finally escaped from the tyranny of her father. tyranny cruel and unfair treatment by someone in a position of power |
| 32999 |
Many women at this time rejected the tyranny of fashion. tyranny the power that something has to control people's lives and the way that they behave |
| 33000 |
a brazen lie brazen used about someone's behaviour that is not moral or socially acceptable |
| 33001 |
Jane decided to admit everything and brazen it out. brazen brazen it out to deal with a difficult or embarrassing situation by pretending that you do not care if people are shocked or offended by your behaviour, especially when you are in fact embarrassed |
| 33002 |
canine health canine relating to dogs |
| 33003 |
He clammed up when I asked him who else was involved. clam clam up to suddenly stop talking or explaining something, because you are embarrassed, unhappy, or want to keep a secret |
| 33004 |
I saw him – he was literally drooling over her! drool to look at someone or something with great pleasure |
| 33005 |
In 1942, Louis enlisted as a private. enlist if someone enlists or is enlisted, they join the armed forces of their country |
| 33006 |
Charlie left shortly after he was enlisted in the Army. enlist if someone enlists or is enlisted, they join the armed forces of their country |
| 33007 |
We must enlist families as partners in their children's education. enlist if you enlist someone or enlist their help, you ask them to help or support you |
| 33008 |
Your only option is to enlist the services of a good lawyer. enlist if you enlist someone or enlist their help, you ask them to help or support you |
| 33009 |
She drew a few flowers in the foreground. foreground the front part of a scene or picture. The part at the back is called the background |
| 33010 |
fragrant flowers herbs fragrant with a pleasant smell |
| 33011 |
The South London Gazette gazette used in the names of newspapers |
| 33012 |
The inescapable fact is that the situation is unlikely to change. inescapable impossible to avoid or ignore |
| 33013 |
There are innumerable examples of his generous nature. innumerable too many to be counted: used for emphasizing a large amount or number |
| 33014 |
The risk to public health is minuscule. minuscule extremely small in size or amount |
| 33015 |
an oblique reference to the war oblique not expressing something directly |
| 33016 |
He was giving her oblique looks. oblique not looking or pointing directly at someone or something |
| 33017 |
pastel shades colours pastel having a pale soft colour |
| 33018 |
pastel pink pastel having a pale soft colour |
| 33019 |
We've chosen muted pastels for the bedrooms. pastel a pale soft colour |
| 33020 |
an effort to purge the council of corrupt officials purge purge something of someone to remove people suddenly or violently from an organization, group etc |
| 33021 |
purging large numbers of workers from unprofitable businesses purge purge someone from something to remove people suddenly or violently from an organization, group etc |
| 33022 |
He was purged of all his fears and fell asleep at once. purge purge someone of something to remove a bad or unpleasant condition or feeling from someone or something |
| 33023 |
They were unable to purge the mistakes from the computer system. purge purge something from something to remove a bad or unpleasant condition or feeling from someone or something |
| 33024 |
victims of the Stalinist purges purge a sudden or violent action to remove people, especially political opponents |
| 33025 |
a massive purge of dissidents purge purge of a sudden or violent action to remove people, especially political opponents |
| 33026 |
James sought solace in religion. solace seek find solace in something that makes you feel better when you are sad or upset |
| 33027 |
posters, T-shirts, plates, and sundry other items sundry sundry things or people are all different from each other and cannot be described as a group |
| 33028 |
I don't want all and sundry to know I've lost my job. sundry all and sundry everyone, not just the particular people who have been chosen for something |
| 33029 |
Checking all the address labels was a tiresome task. tiresome making you feel annoyed or bored |
| 33030 |
a tiresome old man tiresome making you feel annoyed or bored |
| 33031 |
a vile smell vile extremely unpleasant |
| 33032 |
vile weather vile extremely unpleasant |
| 33033 |
I drank their vile greyish coffee. vile extremely unpleasant |
| 33034 |
these vile crimes vile shocking and morally bad |
| 33035 |
Some 36 million has been wagered on tonight's lottery draw. wager to agree to win or lose an amount of money depending on the result of a competition or other event |
| 33036 |
He seemed perfectly amenable last night. amenable willing to do something or to agree with someone |
| 33037 |
European leaders were more amenable to the idea. amenable amenable to willing to do something or to agree with someone |
| 33038 |
Matters of this type are not amenable to legislation. amenable amenable to capable of being treated or dealt with in a particular way |
| 33039 |
formal casual attire attire the clothes that someone is wearing |
| 33040 |
She couldn't wait to get her booty home and try it on. booty valuable goods that you have obtained, for example by shopping |
| 33041 |
the Queen's Household Cavalry cavalry used in the names of some groups in modern armies |
| 33042 |
Our research grant had nearly run out, until the cavalry arrived in the shape of the Rowntree Foundation. cavalry the cavalry people who come and solve all your problems when you are in difficulties |
| 33043 |
Details of the killings were corroborated by official documents. corroborate to support what someone says by giving information or evidence that agrees with them |
| 33044 |
The two roads diverge at the entrance to the woods. diverge to start to go in separate directions |
| 33045 |
Their views on foreign policy diverge consistently from ours. diverge diverge from to develop and become different after being the same |
| 33046 |
Please, spare me the gory details. gory the gory details the details about something that has happened, especially something unpleasant |
| 33047 |
the intractable problem of prison over-crowding intractable very difficult or impossible to deal with |
| 33048 |
He suffers from migraines. migraine a very bad headache that often makes you unable to bear strong light |
| 33049 |
It will be a full state visit with all the usual paraphernalia. paraphernalia things that are connected with an event or an institution but are not really essential |
| 33050 |
She's completely potty! potty crazy |
| 33051 |
Many people were afraid to speak out because of fear of retribution. retribution punishment that someone deserves because they have done something very bad |
| 33052 |
Retribution for the wrongs he had done eventually came. retribution retribution for punishment that someone deserves because they have done something very bad |
| 33053 |
It's divine retribution for your rudeness last night! retribution divine retribution (=punishment from God) punishment that someone deserves because they have done something very bad |
| 33054 |
The van skidded to a stop right in front of the bus. skid to slide across the ground in an uncontrolled way |
| 33055 |
The car went into a skid (=started to skid) on the icy road. skid a sudden uncontrolled slide across the ground, especially by a vehicle |
| 33056 |
His business was on the skids. skid on the skids in a bad situation and likely to fail |
| 33057 |
an idea that could put the skids on bicycle theft skid put the skids on under something to cause something to fail, or to stop it from continuing to happen |
| 33058 |
Adams was a spy, and a traitor to his country. traitor traitor to (=against) someone who tells secrets about their own country to a country that is its enemy |
| 33059 |
What an arrogant little upstart! upstart a new person in an organization or group who behaves as if they are more important than the people who are already there |
| 33060 |
The defendant has waived his right to anonymity. waive to choose to officially ignore a rule, right, or claim |
| 33061 |
Museum entrance fees have been waived (=not charged). waive to choose to officially ignore a rule, right, or claim |
| 33062 |
He never lost his zest for life. zest great enthusiasm or interest |
| 33063 |
The fear he had felt then now seemed to add a little zest to the story he was telling. zest an exciting and lively quality |
| 33064 |
Add the finely grated zest of one lemon. zest the skin of an orange, lemon, or lime when it is used in cooking |
| 33065 |
There are plans to modernize the antiquated telephone system. antiquated too old or too old-fashioned to be useful |
| 33066 |
She's always carping about how insensitive her husband is. carp to complain a lot, especially about things that are not important |
| 33067 |
In many countries, the risk of dying in childbirth is still very high. childbirth in childbirth (=while giving birth to a baby) the process of giving birth to a baby |
| 33068 |
his evasion of all responsibility evasion the practice of avoiding doing something that you should do |
| 33069 |
tax evasion evasion the practice of avoiding doing something that you should do |
| 33070 |
Voters are tired of listening to lies and evasions. evasion something that you say in order to avoid telling the truth about something |
| 33071 |
It meant borrowing money at an exorbitant rate of interest. exorbitant an exorbitant price or amount of money is much more than is reasonable |
| 33072 |
exorbitant wage demands exorbitant an exorbitant price or amount of money is much more than is reasonable |
| 33073 |
For some reason she couldn't fathom, he seemed angry. fathom to understand something complicated or mysterious |
| 33074 |
a set of footprints in the sand footprint a mark made by a human or animal foot, especially in a soft surface such as earth, snow, or sand |
| 33075 |
muddy footprints footprint a dirty mark made by a foot or shoe on a floor |
| 33076 |
Government is urging businesses to reduce their carbon footprint. footprint the amount of land, energy, water etc that a person or organization uses in order to exist or operate |
| 33077 |
the gallant knights of Camelot gallant brave |
| 33078 |
I heard on the grapevine that you left your job. grapevine on through the grapevine the way in which information spreads quickly from one person to another through conversation |
| 33079 |
Stop harping on about how ill you feel. harp harp on to keep talking or complaining about something in a way that makes people bored or annoyed |
| 33080 |
I realized with a jolt that she was staring at me. jolt a sudden strong feeling that does not last long, especially one of surprise or fear |
| 33081 |
a jolt of surprise jolt a sudden strong feeling that does not last long, especially one of surprise or fear |
| 33082 |
This announcement will be a jolt to investors. jolt a shock |
| 33083 |
a jolt of electricity jolt a sudden strong increase in energy |
| 33084 |
The bus jolted to a stop. jolt to move with a sudden violent movement, or to make something move like this |
| 33085 |
Another earthquake jolted the city yesterday. jolt to move with a sudden violent movement, or to make something move like this |
| 33086 |
The alarm jolted me out of a deep sleep. jolt to shock someone so that they suddenly change what they are doing or thinking |
| 33087 |
I don't think there's really a whole lot to discuss at this juncture, so let's take a break. juncture at this juncture now |
| 33088 |
Oil exports are the mainstay of the economy. mainstay mainstay of the person or thing that something depends on most in order to continue or be successful |
| 33089 |
blueberry muffins muffin a small sweet cake that often contains fruit |
| 33090 |
The company's fortunes reached their nadir in 1991. nadir the worst time in someone's life or in a situation |
| 33091 |
He had not been privy to their talks. privy privy to something knowing about something, usually official information, that other people do not know |
| 33092 |
I just glanced at the letter; I didn't mean to pry. pry to be interested in someone's personal life in a way that is annoying or offensive |
| 33093 |
The press continues to pry into their affairs. pry pry into to be interested in someone's personal life in a way that is annoying or offensive |
| 33094 |
They couldn't conceal the information from prying eyes. pry prying eyes (=people who pry) to be interested in someone's personal life in a way that is annoying or offensive |
| 33095 |
Try prying the lid off with a spoon. pry pry something open off away etc to force something open or away from something |
| 33096 |
The road works have given residents a much-needed respite from the constant traffic. respite respite from a short period of rest from having to deal with a difficult or unpleasant situation |
| 33097 |
There has been no respite in the terrible weather. respite no little respite a short period of rest from having to deal with a difficult or unpleasant situation |
| 33098 |
The pain in his leg continued without respite. respite without respite a short period of rest from having to deal with a difficult or unpleasant situation |
| 33099 |
The public has expressed revulsion at such acts of violence. revulsion an extreme feeling of disliking someone or something that is so unpleasant that you feel slightly ill |
| 33100 |
The boxer had claimed enough scalps in his time to warrant his legendary status. scalp claim collect take a scalp (=win a victory) someone who you have defeated or punished |
| 33101 |
The country was finally returning to some semblance of normality. semblance a some semblance of something a situation in which something only appears in a small amount |
| 33102 |
sketchy details information reports sketchy not detailed or complete |
| 33103 |
A researcher's mistake has skewed the results of the study. skew to affect facts or information so that they are not accurate |
| 33104 |
His mind had gone off at a complete tangent. tangent go off at on a tangent to suddenly start doing, discussing, or thinking about something completely different |
| 33105 |
Henry leaned forward and tweaked my ear playfully. tweak to pull or twist a part of someone's body |
| 33106 |
It still needs a few design tweaks. tweak a small change that improves something |
| 33107 |
He gave the boy's nose a gentle tweak. tweak a pull, or a twist |
| 33108 |
Five players are still vying for the last position on the team. vie to compete with other people for something that is difficult to get |
| 33109 |
Law firms vie with each other to hire the best students. vie to compete with other people for something that is difficult to get |
| 33110 |
We set off cycling two abreast. abreast next to each other, facing or moving in the same direction |
| 33111 |
He drew abreast of me and immediately started talking. abreast abreast of next to each other, facing or moving in the same direction |
| 33112 |
How can anyone keep abreast of all this new technology? abreast keep stay abreast of something to make sure that you know all the most recent and important information about something |
| 33113 |
He could only admire her from afar. afar from afar (=from a distance) at a distance |
| 33114 |
She is a gentle, funny, amiable person. amiable friendly and pleasant |
| 33115 |
the brevity of her letter brevity the use of only a few words |
| 33116 |
a huge cache of illegal guns and home-made explosives cache a quantity of things that have been hidden, especially weapons |
| 33117 |
The government has been accused of complacency over food poisoning outbreaks. complacency a complacent attitude or way of behaving |
| 33118 |
Tim is being very coy about his new job. coy coy about not willing to give information about something, especially in a way that is slightly annoying |
| 33119 |
Kate gave him a coy look. coy used about someone's behaviour |
| 33120 |
She laughed, rather coyly. coy |
| 33121 |
denim jeans and jackets denim thick cotton cloth that is usually blue and is used especially to make jeans |
| 33122 |
his drab brown clothes drab not colourful or interesting |
| 33123 |
Their lives seem so drab. drab not colourful or interesting |
| 33124 |
Working 12-hour days seems to be part of the company ethos. ethos the set of attitudes and beliefs that are typical of an organization or a group of people |
| 33125 |
a series of evasive replies evasive not talking or answering questions in an honest way |
| 33126 |
The president remains evasive about the site of the proposed nuclear tests. evasive evasive about not talking or answering questions in an honest way |
| 33127 |
Her popularity has grown to mythic proportions. mythic extremely large or great in a way that does not seem real |
| 33128 |
He believed in Christian values and the sanctity of marriage. sanctity the special importance that some things have, especially traditional institutions |
| 33129 |
Sift every grain of information until you find the answer. sift to examine information, documents etc in order to find what you are looking for |
| 33130 |
Bomb experts continue to sift the blast site. sift to look in a pile of things in order to find a particular thing |
| 33131 |
tepid bathwater tepid warm when it should be hot |
| 33132 |
tepid beer tepid warm when it should be cold |
| 33133 |
a tepid response tepid not very excited or enthusiastic |
| 33134 |
The leaders were determined to thwart her. thwart to prevent someone from doing something that they want to do |
| 33135 |
wayward thoughts wayward not organized or controlled in the right way |
| 33136 |
Marcus winked at me knowingly. wink wink at to quickly close and open one eye as a sign to someone, for example a sign that what you have just said is a joke or a secret |
| 33137 |
'I never ask,' he said with a wink. wink the action of quickly closing and opening one eye as a sign to someone |
| 33138 |
Nancy gave me a big wink as I came in. wink give someone a wink the action of quickly closing and opening one eye as a sign to someone |
| 33139 |
I didn't get a wink of sleep last night. wink not get a wink of sleep to not sleep at all |
| 33140 |
Quick as a wink, she jumped up and opened the door. wink quick as a wink very quickly |
| 33141 |
Several original paintings adorn the walls. adorn to decorate something |
| 33142 |
Bert was deeply affronted by the remark. affront to insult someone or to make them shocked and angry |
| 33143 |
They began slowly ascending the rock face. ascend to climb a mountain, stairs etc |
| 33144 |
We watched as the plane ascended. ascend to rise into the air |
| 33145 |
Through hard work and perseverance, she ascended through the ranks to become vice president. ascend to get a more important job or position |
| 33146 |
a barbaric attack barbaric extremely violent and cruel |
| 33147 |
I don't mean to brag, but my pecan pie is the best. brag to talk about your achievements or possessions in a proud way that annoys other people |
| 33148 |
She's always bragging about her famous father. brag brag about to talk about your achievements or possessions in a proud way that annoys other people |
| 33149 |
He bragged that he'd lasted longer than anyone else. brag brag (that) to talk about your achievements or possessions in a proud way that annoys other people |
| 33150 |
a pay increase commensurate with job performance commensurate intended to be suitable for the quality, status, or value of someone or something |
| 33151 |
I know it sounds corny, but it was love at first sight. corny corny stories, jokes, songs etc have been used so much that they seem silly |
| 33152 |
I always wonder how people manage to decipher my doctor's handwriting. decipher to succeed in reading untidy or careless writing |
| 33153 |
The look he gave her was hard to decipher. decipher to understand something mysterious or confusing |
| 33154 |
The church is due for demolition next year. demolition the deliberate destruction of a building |
| 33155 |
the 4–0 demolition of the home team demolition an easy defeat in a game or competition |
| 33156 |
Doing volunteer work has enriched my life. enrich to make something better or more enjoyable |
| 33157 |
vast expanses of farmland expanse a large area of land, water, or sky |
| 33158 |
a diplomatic gambit designed to break the stalemate gambit something that you say or do in an attempt to gain an advantage |
| 33159 |
an opening gambit in a game of seduction gambit opening gambit (=first words or actions) something that you say or do in an attempt to gain an advantage |
| 33160 |
the industrial heartland of Poland heartland heartland of a part of a country where a particular activity or belief is especially common |
| 33161 |
That man jabbed me with his umbrella! jab to push something with a sudden straight movement, usually with your finger, your elbow, or a narrow object |
| 33162 |
She kept jabbing at the letter as she spoke. jab jab at to push something with a sudden straight movement, usually with your finger, your elbow, or a narrow object |
| 33163 |
Mueller has a dangerous left jab. jab in boxing, a short quick hit with a closed hand |
| 33164 |
a flu jab jab an injection (=amount of medicine given through a needle) that is intended to stop you from getting a disease |
| 33165 |
In a sharp jab at the White House he said that the system relied on good faith and honour on both sides. jab jab at a critical comment about someone |
| 33166 |
proficient in English mathematics proficient proficient in very skilful at something that you have learned |
| 33167 |
She recounted her conversation with Sam. recount to say what happened |
| 33168 |
They demanded a recount. recount an occasion when something is counted again, especially the votes in an election |
| 33169 |
Seduced by the prospect of bigger profits, the company expanded too rapidly. seduce to persuade someone to do something by making it seem easy or exciting |
| 33170 |
There was something a little bit seedy about the hotel. seedy connected with activities that are illegal or morally wrong, and often looking dirty or unpleasant |
| 33171 |
a seedy lawyer seedy connected with activities that are illegal or morally wrong, and often looking dirty or unpleasant |
| 33172 |
political sleaze sleaze behaviour that is dishonest or immoral, especially in politics or business |
| 33173 |
The party is facing sleaze allegations. sleaze behaviour that is dishonest or immoral, especially in politics or business |
| 33174 |
'Purple socks?' he sneered. sneer to speak in an unpleasant way that shows you do not respect someone or something and you think you are better than them |
| 33175 |
He's always sneering at the way people dress. sneer sneer at to speak in an unpleasant way that shows you do not respect someone or something and you think you are better than them |
| 33176 |
a sneering smile sneer |
| 33177 |
The government has emerged from this latest crisis relatively unscathed. unscathed not harmed or damaged by something bad that has happened |
| 33178 |
a vegan cookbook vegan |
| 33179 |
Opening the door, she caught a whiff of cigarette smoke. whiff a slight smell of something |
| 33180 |
a whiff of danger whiff a slight amount or sign of something |
| 33181 |
an ancillary worker ancillary working with professional people such as doctors and teachers to help them in their work |
| 33182 |
ancillary equipment services materials ancillary connected with something, but less important than the main thing |
| 33183 |
a task ancillary to the main function ancillary ancillary to connected with something, but less important than the main thing |
| 33184 |
a nursing ancillary ancillary an ancillary worker |
| 33185 |
ancillaries such as tape recorders ancillary an extra piece of equipment for a system |
| 33186 |
My mother got Frank Sinatra's autograph in the 1970s. autograph a famous person's name that they sign for someone else to keep |
| 33187 |
He was autographing copies of his latest novel. autograph if someone famous autographs a book, photograph etc, they sign their name on it |
| 33188 |
counterfeit 50 notes counterfeit counterfeit bank notes, products, tickets etc are illegal copies made in order to trick people |
| 33189 |
The company was criticized for trying to deflect the blame for the accident. deflect to direct criticism, attention, or blame away from yourself towards someone else |
| 33190 |
It was designed to deflect attention from domestic political problems. deflect deflect something from something to direct criticism, attention, or blame away from yourself towards someone else |
| 33191 |
Violence will not deflect us from seeking a peaceful political settlement to the problems. deflect deflect someone from (doing) something to make someone change their plans or stop what they are doing |
| 33192 |
The ball skimmed off Owen's head and was deflected past Yorke. deflect if something deflects, or if it is deflected, it starts to move in a different direction, usually because it has hit something |
| 33193 |
desolate streets desolate a desolate place is completely empty with no people or pleasant features in it |
| 33194 |
I think their last win was just a fluke. fluke something that happens unexpectedly because of an accident or good luck |
| 33195 |
Our seats gave us a grandstand view of the arena. grandstand a grandstand view (of something) a view of something in which you are close to it and can see all of it very well |
| 33196 |
annual increments increment one in a series of increases in amount or value, especially a regular increase in pay |
| 33197 |
Christmas bells were jingling outside. jingle to make a sound like small metal objects hitting each other |
| 33198 |
She jingled her car keys. jingle to shake things to make this sound |
| 33199 |
While she waits to hear if she has a place at a college, Jess is in limbo. limbo in limbo a situation or state where you are not certain and you have to wait to find out what will happen next |
| 33200 |
a lunar eclipse lunar relating to the moon |
| 33201 |
The royal family has lost its mystique. mystique an attractive quality that someone or something has because they seem mysterious and special in an exciting way |
| 33202 |
an omnibus budget bill omnibus bringing a lot of different things together into one unit |
| 33203 |
primal instincts urges primal relating to something very basic, especially very basic needs or emotions |
| 33204 |
His ambition is to reclaim the world championship title. reclaim to get something back that someone has taken from you |
| 33205 |
Have you calculated how much tax you can reclaim? reclaim to ask for an amount of money that you have paid to be given back to you |
| 33206 |
reclaimed building materials reclaim to obtain things that people have got rid of, so that they can be used again |
| 33207 |
They had an air of respectability. respectability the quality of obeying the moral or social standards that are accepted by most people |
| 33208 |
Militant students hurled firebombs and riot police retaliated with tear gas. retaliate retaliate with to do something harmful or unpleasant to someone because they have done something harmful or unpleasant to you |
| 33209 |
They say they will retaliate by halting British imports. retaliate retaliate by doing something to do something harmful or unpleasant to someone because they have done something harmful or unpleasant to you |
| 33210 |
They have threatened to retaliate against the US for the bombing raid. retaliate retaliate against someone for something to do something harmful or unpleasant to someone because they have done something harmful or unpleasant to you |
| 33211 |
the increasingly rapid tempo of technological change tempo the speed at which something happens |
| 33212 |
an amalgam of local traditions amalgam amalgam of a combination of two or more things |
| 33213 |
an aptitude test aptitude natural ability that makes it easy for you to do something well |
| 33214 |
I had no aptitude for accountancy and began to hate it. aptitude aptitude for natural ability that makes it easy for you to do something well |
| 33215 |
A ceasefire was called in an attempt to prevent further bloodshed. bloodshed a situation in which people are killed or injured, especially during fighting |
| 33216 |
Traces of illegal drugs were found in his bloodstream. bloodstream the blood that moves around your body |
| 33217 |
teenage bravado bravado a brave and confident way of behaving, especially when you do not really feel like this |
| 33218 |
a callous disregard for human life and the environment callous used about people's behaviour |
| 33219 |
As she read her book, she chuckled softly. chuckle to laugh quietly, especially in a private or secret way |
| 33220 |
a coil of rope coil a long thin piece of something that forms rings or curls |
| 33221 |
a coil of black smoke coil something that has a long curved shape |
| 33222 |
Heavy gold chains were coiled around her long neck. coil to wind something long and thin into a shape like a series of rings |
| 33223 |
A column of smoke was coiling slowly up into the air. coil used about something that moves in a curve |
| 33224 |
a tightly coiled spring coil |
| 33225 |
I enticed him with more money. entice to persuade someone to do something, especially by offering them an advantage or reward |
| 33226 |
How can a promise of 9,000 a year entice older men back to work? entice to persuade someone to do something, especially by offering them an advantage or reward |
| 33227 |
In many cities drivers are being enticed to take a train or bus to work. entice to persuade someone to do something, especially by offering them an advantage or reward |
| 33228 |
The size of the service sector is an impediment to economic growth. impediment impediment to something that makes it more difficult for someone to do something or more difficult for something to happen |
| 33229 |
a speech impediment impediment a physical or psychological problem that affects how well someone can do something |
| 33230 |
His autobiography is larded with gossip about famous people. lard be larded with something to contain a lot of something that is not wanted or necessary |
| 33231 |
a lull in the fighting lull a quiet period during a very active or violent situation |
| 33232 |
The award helped the British music scene out of its lull. lull a situation in which there is not enough success or activity |
| 33233 |
Their reports lulled us into a false sense of security. lull to make someone feel relaxed or confident so that they are not prepared for anything unpleasant |
| 33234 |
The sound of rain falling soon lulled him to sleep. lull to make someone relaxed enough to sleep |
| 33235 |
Leave the dessert overnight for the flavours to mingle. mingle if smells, feelings, flavours etc mingle or you mingle them, they become mixed together without completely losing their individual characters |
| 33236 |
Polly felt hope mingled with fear. mingle mingle something with something if smells, feelings, flavours etc mingle or you mingle them, they become mixed together without completely losing their individual characters |
| 33237 |
Try to get the guests to mingle. mingle to move around and talk to a lot of people, especially at a social event |
| 33238 |
The event intends to give you a chance to mingle with other students. mingle mingle with to move around and talk to a lot of people, especially at a social event |
| 33239 |
peach nectar nectar a thick juice that comes from some fruits |
| 33240 |
children nestling in their beds nestle to find a comfortable and safe position to be in, or to put someone or something in such a position |
| 33241 |
She nestled her head against his shoulder. nestle to find a comfortable and safe position to be in, or to put someone or something in such a position |
| 33242 |
a quaint village nestling among rolling hills nestle to be in a protected position |
| 33243 |
Rebel forces have recaptured the city. recapture to use force to take control of an area again |
| 33244 |
He is trying to recapture his world record. recapture to win something again from an opponent |
| 33245 |
I know I can't recapture my youth! recapture to have a memory or feeling again, or to be in a situation again |
| 33246 |
Thunder rumbled in the distance. rumble to make a continuous deep sound |
| 33247 |
Lorries rumble past their homes. rumble to move forwards making a continuous deep sound |
| 33248 |
We've been rumbled. rumble to discover that someone is doing something illegal |
| 33249 |
The only noise was the distant rumble of traffic. rumble rumble of a continuous deep sound |
| 33250 |
He projects a staid, aloof image. staid serious and rather boring |
| 33251 |
rather staid medical journals staid serious and rather boring |
| 33252 |
a tweed jacket tweed a type of thick rough cloth made from wool of different colours |
| 33253 |
This is the chair where the author was wont to sit. wont be wont to do something to have a habit of doing something |
| 33254 |
Plans are afoot to build a new leisure complex. afoot being planned, or starting to happen |
| 33255 |
Trouble was afoot. afoot being planned, or starting to happen |
| 33256 |
choral music singing choral connected with or sung by a choir (=a group of people singing together) |
| 33257 |
their courtship of Japanese investors courtship courtship of an attempt to get someone's support, especially in business or politics |
| 33258 |
two important facets of his management style facet facet of an aspect of something such as a situation or someone's character |
| 33259 |
This area of enquiry did finally prove fruitful. fruitful producing good results |
| 33260 |
We have had a friendly and very fruitful discussion. fruitful producing good results |
| 33261 |
There will be competitions galore, with terrific holidays to be won. galore used for emphasizing how large an amount or quantity is |
| 33262 |
garish colours pictures signs garish very bright and colourful in an ugly way |
| 33263 |
coffee gravy granules granule a small hard piece of something |
| 33264 |
the juggernaut of global consumerism juggernaut something that is very powerful, especially something that has a bad effect |
| 33265 |
We eventually began the laborious task of sorting through his papers. laborious a laborious job or process is long, difficult, and often boring |
| 33266 |
The author has a somewhat laborious style of writing. laborious a laborious way of doing something is slow or boring and therefore annoys people |
| 33267 |
the macro-climate macro- large, or considered in a general way: used with some nouns and adjectives |
| 33268 |
The US economy was performing very well at the macro level. macro large, or considered in a general way |
| 33269 |
a strawberry malt malt a milkshake with malt added to it |
| 33270 |
a Hollywood star who has gradually faded into oblivion oblivion a situation in which someone or something has been completely forgotten |
| 33271 |
Drinking himself into oblivion won't solve any of his problems. oblivion a state in which you do not notice what is happening around you, usually because you are sleeping or very drunk |
| 33272 |
The president was ousted in a coup last year. oust to remove someone from a position of power, especially in order to take that position |
| 33273 |
The committee wanted to oust him from the union. oust oust someone from something to remove someone from a position of power, especially in order to take that position |
| 33274 |
software that lets you overlay graphics with text overlay to put one thing on top of another, so that they both show |
| 33275 |
He enjoyed the patronage of many literary enthusiasts. patronage help or money that is given to a person or organization |
| 33276 |
The reforms are intended to halt political patronage and corruption. patronage used in a negative way for talking about help, especially in the form of a job, that is given to people in return for their support |
| 33277 |
Bar patronage increases when no-smoking areas are provided. patronage the use of a restaurant, hotel, or other business |
| 33278 |
The pendulum has swung back in favour of stricter penalties. pendulum used for talking about the tendency of an opinion or situation to change from one position or condition to its opposite |
| 33279 |
Children can be amazingly perceptive about adults' moods. perceptive able to notice or understand things quickly and easily |
| 33280 |
a balanced and perceptive report perceptive a perceptive remark or piece of writing is intelligent and shows good judgment |
| 33281 |
The authorities have recently cracked down on software piracy. piracy the crime of making and selling illegal copies of computer programs, books, videos, or CDs |
| 33282 |
The company will reimburse you for your travelling expenses. reimburse to give someone the same amount of money that they have spent, for example on something connected with their work |
| 33283 |
We will reimburse any further costs you incur. reimburse to give someone the same amount of money that they have spent, for example on something connected with their work |
| 33284 |
I couldn't repress my curiosity. repress to prevent yourself from showing a feeling |
| 33285 |
Repressing an impulse to laugh out loud, she thanked him and walked out. repress to prevent yourself from showing a feeling |
| 33286 |
Minority groups were ruthlessly repressed. repress to use force or violence to control people |
| 33287 |
The baby wailed all night. wail to shout or cry with a long high sound to show that you are in pain or are very sad |
| 33288 |
'I'm so lonely,' wailed Alice. wail to shout or cry with a long high sound to show that you are in pain or are very sad |
| 33289 |
wailing sirens wail to make a long high sound |
| 33290 |
an arduous task arduous extremely difficult and involving a lot of effort |
| 33291 |
The journey was long and arduous. arduous extremely difficult and involving a lot of effort |
| 33292 |
the aroma of bread baking in the oven aroma a smell that is strong but pleasant |
| 33293 |
Don't sit and brood over it for weeks. brood brood about over to think and worry about something a lot |
| 33294 |
She was feeling perfectly relaxed, almost carefree. carefree happy and without any worries, problems, or responsibilities |
| 33295 |
Dan thought back to those carefree days when he was a student. carefree happy and without any worries, problems, or responsibilities |
| 33296 |
His bedroom was cluttered with books and papers. clutter to put too many things in a place so that it looks untidy |
| 33297 |
a plan to disarm paramilitary groups disarm to take someone's weapons so that they can no longer use them |
| 33298 |
Terrorist groups are unlikely to disarm. disarm if a country or organization disarms, it reduces or gets rid of its weapons or armed forces |
| 33299 |
Interviewers are disarmed by her straightforward approach. disarm to make someone feel less angry or unfriendly because of the way you behave or talk to them |
| 33300 |
She looked with distaste at the man's clothes. distaste a feeling of dislike for someone or something that you do not approve of |
| 33301 |
It's possible to predict students' success by extrapolating from current exam scores. extrapolate to say what is likely to happen or be true by using information that you already have |
| 33302 |
They have managed to gain a foothold in the South American market. foothold gain get establish a foothold a position from which you can improve your status or become more successful in an organization, profession, or market |
| 33303 |
Two men sat hunched over a small table playing chess. hunch to sit or stand with your back and shoulders curved forwards |
| 33304 |
She hunched her shoulders in the cold. hunch to sit or stand with your back and shoulders curved forwards |
| 33305 |
a concise, lucid description lucid showing or telling something in a clear, simple way |
| 33306 |
a patient with occasional lucid moments lucid capable of thinking clearly |
| 33307 |
She lugged his bag out into the hall. lug to carry or move something with difficulty because it is very heavy |
| 33308 |
I really did think that four hours of speeches amounted to overkill. overkill more of something than is needed or wanted |
| 33309 |
a porous border defence porous not effective in preventing people from attacking or escaping |
| 33310 |
areas of rainforest rainforest a forest in a tropical region of the world where it rains a lot. Rainforests are considered to be important environmental areas and many people want them to be protected by law |
| 33311 |
a campaign to halt the destruction of the rainforest rainforest a forest in a tropical region of the world where it rains a lot. Rainforests are considered to be important environmental areas and many people want them to be protected by law |
| 33312 |
Investors were hoping to recoup some of their losses. recoup to get back money that you have invested or lost |
| 33313 |
a stormy night stormy with a lot of rain and strong winds |
| 33314 |
stormy weather seas stormy with a lot of rain and strong winds |
| 33315 |
a stormy relationship stormy involving a lot of anger or arguments |
| 33316 |
The country was ruled by a brutal tyrant. tyrant someone who rules a country in a cruel and unfair way |
| 33317 |
She describes her husband as a tyrant. tyrant someone in a position of power who behaves in a cruel and unfair way |
| 33318 |
Many of us face our retirement with apprehension. apprehension a feeling of worry or fear that something bad might happen |
| 33319 |
Anja noticed the look of apprehension on his face. apprehension a feeling of worry or fear that something bad might happen |
| 33320 |
a message from the boardroom boardroom the directors of a company or other organization |
| 33321 |
a bitter boardroom battle boardroom the directors of a company or other organization |
| 33322 |
a drunken brawl brawl a noisy fight in a public place |
| 33323 |
bronchial pneumonia bronchial involving or related to your bronchial tubes |
| 33324 |
It was the capital that bore the brunt of the recent flooding. brunt bear take the brunt of something to receive the worst part of something that has a bad effect |
| 33325 |
The bag buckles at the side. buckle to fasten a buckle, or to be fastened with a buckle |
| 33326 |
The pillars began to buckle under the strain. buckle to bend, or to make something bend under great pressure |
| 33327 |
I could see his knees buckle after that last punch. buckle to suddenly become weak and bend |
| 33328 |
He did not buckle under their threats. buckle to stop trying to do something, or to stop opposing someone, because you have no energy or determination left |
| 33329 |
Somewhere a clock chimed midnight. chime the clock chimes one three six etc (=makes a series of sounds to show what the time is) to make a high ringing sound like a bell or set of bells |
| 33330 |
A panel of experts was convened to study safety issues. convene to arrange a formal meeting, or to gather for a meeting |
| 33331 |
a cumbersome system process technique cumbersome not simple, fast, or effective enough and difficult or annoying to use |
| 33332 |
Modern hand-held cameras are far less cumbersome. cumbersome large, heavy, and difficult to move or carry |
| 33333 |
The book had a very cumbersome title. cumbersome cumbersome words or phrases are difficult to understand or remember because they are long or complicated |
| 33334 |
The whole relationship was based on lies and deceit. deceit dishonest behaviour that is intended to trick someone |
| 33335 |
Prague has a large population of American expatriates. expatriate someone who lives in a country that is not their own country |
| 33336 |
expatriate workers expatriate |
| 33337 |
I'm glad you had the foresight to bring warm clothes. foresight the good judgment to think and plan before an event, so that you are prepared for whatever may happen |
| 33338 |
a gaudily painted sign gaudy |
| 33339 |
We managed to hitch a ride to Bristol with a truck driver. hitch to travel by asking other people to take you in their car, by standing at the side of a road and holding out your thumb or a sign |
| 33340 |
As a student, Lisa had hitched across the States. hitch to travel by asking other people to take you in their car, by standing at the side of a road and holding out your thumb or a sign |
| 33341 |
He hitched his backpack onto his shoulder and set off. hitch to move a part of your body or something that you are carrying to a higher position |
| 33342 |
The plane was delayed because of a last-minute hitch. hitch a problem that is not very serious |
| 33343 |
I managed to install the program without a hitch. hitch without a hitch a problem that is not very serious |
| 33344 |
Waikiki, one of the world's best known beaches, is a hive of activity. hive a hive of activity a place where everyone is very busy |
| 33345 |
Public services have been hived off to specialist agencies. hive to separate part of an organization or service and sell it |
| 33346 |
Wagner was just one of many illustrious visitors to the town. illustrious an illustrious person is famous and respected because of what they have achieved |
| 33347 |
an illustrious career history past illustrious an illustrious person is famous and respected because of what they have achieved |
| 33348 |
The deal was concluded through an intermediary. intermediary someone who talks to each of the people or groups involved in something, usually passing information from one to the other or trying to persuade them to agree with each other |
| 33349 |
an initial outlay of over 300,000 outlay the amount of money that you must spend in order to buy something or to start a new business or project |
| 33350 |
diplomatic friendly sexual overtures overture a suggestion or offer that you make to someone |
| 33351 |
the penal system penal relating to the punishment of criminals |
| 33352 |
penal reform laws penal relating to the punishment of criminals |
| 33353 |
a penal colony institution penal used as a place for punishing criminals |
| 33354 |
A posse of journalists was waiting outside the courtroom. posse a group of people who are together in a place doing the same thing |
| 33355 |
a car propelled by solar energy propel to move or push someone or something forward |
| 33356 |
rocket-propelled grenade launchers propel to move or push someone or something forward |
| 33357 |
She was propelled by a desire to prove everyone else wrong. propel to cause someone to do a particular thing or to cause something to happen |
| 33358 |
The film's success propelled him to stardom. propel to cause someone to do a particular thing or to cause something to happen |
| 33359 |
Mounted police were called in to quell the riot. quell to cause a violent situation to end |
| 33360 |
He wrenched the phone out of her hands. wrench to pull or twist something or someone suddenly and violently |
| 33361 |
As he fell he wrenched his back. wrench to injure a part of your body by twisting it suddenly |
| 33362 |
She felt a wrench on her shoulders as he pulled her down. wrench a strong movement of pulling and twisting something |
| 33363 |
It was quite a wrench leaving that house and beautiful garden. wrench a feeling of sadness caused by leaving a place or a person that you love, or by hearing sad or shocking news |
| 33364 |
She's serving life for acting as an accomplice to murder. accomplice someone who helps another person to do something illegal or wrong |
| 33365 |
His views are not consonant with my own. consonant be consonant with something to agree with something |
| 33366 |
His laughter was contagious. contagious a contagious feeling or idea spreads quickly from one person or place to another |
| 33367 |
a duel of words duel an argument between two people |
| 33368 |
There was a glimmer of amusement in his eyes. glimmer a very slight feeling or look that is not easily noticed |
| 33369 |
The survey reports a glimmer of hope for the small business sector. glimmer a glimmer of hope a very small sign that something might improve or succeed |
| 33370 |
Camp fires glimmered in the distance. glimmer to shine with a soft weak light that is not steady |
| 33371 |
He lay on the river bank, gulping air into his lungs. gulp to quickly take in large breaths of air |
| 33372 |
She suffers from asthma attacks that leave her gulping for breath. gulp gulp for air breath to quickly take in large breaths of air |
| 33373 |
The weary driver took another gulp of water. gulp a quick swallow of a large amount of a drink |
| 33374 |
He snatched her glass of rum and drank it in one gulp. gulp in one gulp a quick swallow of a large amount of a drink |
| 33375 |
an idyllic scene idyllic extremely beautiful and peaceful |
| 33376 |
Our honeymoon was idyllic. idyllic extremely happy, without any problems |
| 33377 |
Harry could hear the impatience in her voice. impatience the annoyed feeling you get when something does not happen as quickly as you want it to or in the way you want it to |
| 33378 |
Impatience with the government's unwillingness to support the campaign is increasing. impatience impatience with at the annoyed feeling you get when something does not happen as quickly as you want it to or in the way you want it to |
| 33379 |
an inert gas inert an inert substance does not produce a chemical reaction when it is mixed with other substances |
| 33380 |
a 1.7 million pound jackpot jackpot a large amount of money that someone wins in a card game, the lottery, or another game involving money |
| 33381 |
She hit the jackpot with her first novel, which sold over a million copies. jackpot to be very successful at something |
| 33382 |
a parade for the nation's silver jubilee jubilee a big celebration for a special occasion, especially an anniversary |
| 33383 |
a judicious decision judicious showing intelligence and good judgment |
| 33384 |
Her parents keep her on quite a short leash. leash a short tight leash under strict control |
| 33385 |
teenagers straining at the parental leash leash strain at the leash to try and escape from someone's control so that you can do what you want |
| 33386 |
The question is open to misconception. misconception a wrong belief or opinion as a result of not understanding something |
| 33387 |
a common popular misconception (=one that many people have) misconception a wrong belief or opinion as a result of not understanding something |
| 33388 |
the misconception that men prefer slim women misconception misconception that a wrong belief or opinion as a result of not understanding something |
| 33389 |
We have several projects in the offing. offing in the offing likely to happen very soon |
| 33390 |
Despite being outnumbered, they managed to fight back bravely. outnumber if one group outnumbers another, there are more in the first group than in the second |
| 33391 |
an area where sheep outnumber humans by twenty to one outnumber if one group outnumbers another, there are more in the first group than in the second |
| 33392 |
Would you care to partake of some refreshments before your journey? partake partake of to take or be given something to eat or drink |
| 33393 |
Retailers who partake in the campaign should place a sticker in their window. partake partake in to be involved in an activity |
| 33394 |
an attempt to pervert the meaning of an innocent story pervert to affect something good or right in a negative way so that it becomes bad or wrong |
| 33395 |
a phobia about spiders phobia a very strong feeling of disliking or being afraid of someone or something |
| 33396 |
technophobia (=not liking new technology, especially computers) #NAME? used for making nouns describing a strong feeling of disliking or being afraid of someone or something |
| 33397 |
arachnophobia (=fear of spiders) #NAME? used for making nouns describing a strong feeling of disliking or being afraid of someone or something |
| 33398 |
The conflict was used as a pretext for introducing military rule. pretext pretext for a reason that you pretend to have in order to hide your real reason or intention |
| 33399 |
He visited her on the pretext of borrowing a book. pretext on under the pretext of doing something a reason that you pretend to have in order to hide your real reason or intention |
| 33400 |
A slight fall in profits gave the management a pretext to get rid of some older members of staff. pretext a pretext to do something a reason that you pretend to have in order to hide your real reason or intention |
| 33401 |
pubic hair pubic connected with the area around the sexual organs |
| 33402 |
The money will be used to regenerate the town centre. regenerate to develop something again, or to bring it back to its original state |
| 33403 |
It is impossible for the body to regenerate lost brain cells. regenerate to grow a new body part or organ, or to be grown as a new body part or organ |
| 33404 |
She was forced to relinquish her leadership. relinquish to give up your power, position, or an advantage, especially when you do not want to do this |
| 33405 |
The company was not about to relinquish its hold on the market. relinquish relinquish your hold on something (=give up control of something) to give up your power, position, or an advantage, especially when you do not want to do this |
| 33406 |
The government's whole transport strategy is a huge retrograde step. retrograde a retrograde step returning to a condition or situation that is worse than the present one |
| 33407 |
The revels begin at 10 pm. revel a lively and noisy party or celebration, especially where people sing, dance, and drink alcohol |
| 33408 |
Turn the ringer up if you can't hear it. ringer the part of a telephone that makes it ring |
| 33409 |
He's in the sauna. sauna a small hot wooden room that people sit in in order to sweat (=produce water from their skin) |
| 33410 |
Why don't you have a sauna? sauna a period of time spent in a sauna |
| 33411 |
She lives alone, shunned by society. shun to deliberately avoid a person, place, or activity |
| 33412 |
They shun all forms of luxury. shun to deliberately avoid a person, place, or activity |
| 33413 |
My parents are being stuffy about my boyfriend. stuffy criticizing anyone whose behaviour is unusual |
| 33414 |
abject poverty abject complete: used for emphasizing how bad, unpleasant, or severe a situation or condition is |
| 33415 |
The family was beset by money troubles. beset to cause someone difficulty or danger over a period of time |
| 33416 |
the economic realities besetting the inner city beset to cause someone difficulty or danger over a period of time |
| 33417 |
Hotel staff must be courteous at all times. courteous polite, especially in a formal way |
| 33418 |
A cursory examination did not reveal any problems. cursory quick and not thorough |
| 33419 |
a problem facing the Catholic Church and other Christian denominations denomination a section of the Christian religion with its own beliefs and practices |
| 33420 |
notes of various denominations denomination the value of a particular coin or banknote |
| 33421 |
To describe her as just a journalist is to do her a disservice. disservice do someone something a disservice do a disservice to someone something to do something that makes people's opinion of someone or something not as good as it should be |
| 33422 |
He is doing himself a disservice by allowing his songs to be so badly performed. disservice do someone something a disservice do a disservice to someone something to do something that makes people's opinion of someone or something not as good as it should be |
| 33423 |
Aid workers are trying to expedite the process of returning refugees to their homes. expedite to make something happen quickly or easily |
| 33424 |
You'll need sturdy footwear. footwear things that you wear on your feet, such as shoes or boots |
| 33425 |
a forthright politician forthright saying what you think and feel directly and honestly, without being afraid of other people's reactions |
| 33426 |
a forthright comment statement apology forthright saying what you think and feel directly and honestly, without being afraid of other people's reactions |
| 33427 |
The row led to them grappling on the floor. grapple to fight with someone |
| 33428 |
Current policy only serves to perpetuate the old class divisions. perpetuate to make something such as a situation or process continue, especially one that is wrong, unfair, or dangerous |
| 33429 |
Share prices plummeted today to a three-month low. plummet if something such as an amount, rate, or value plummets, it suddenly becomes much lower |
| 33430 |
The president's popularity has plummeted since the war began. plummet if something such as an amount, rate, or value plummets, it suddenly becomes much lower |
| 33431 |
the pomp of the coronation ceremony pomp formal ceremony, especially involving expensive clothes, special traditions etc |
| 33432 |
the pomp and circumstance of the formal events pomp pomp and circumstance formal ceremony, especially involving expensive clothes, special traditions etc |
| 33433 |
His words proved oddly prophetic. prophetic describing something that will happen in the future |
| 33434 |
prophetic powers prophetic relating to or like a prophet |
| 33435 |
their puny efforts to stop the flooding puny poor in quality or amount, and not very effective or impressive |
| 33436 |
She is being made a scapegoat for the commission's own mistakes. scapegoat scapegoat for someone who is blamed for something that is not their fault, especially because someone else wants to avoid being blamed |
| 33437 |
I praised them in my stilted German. stilted stilted movements or words are not relaxed and natural |
| 33438 |
stilted conversation speech acting stilted stilted movements or words are not relaxed and natural |
| 33439 |
a threefold increase in price threefold three times as much |
| 33440 |
a dictionary that is a touchstone for legal definitions touchstone touchstone for of a standard that is used for testing or judging other things |
| 33441 |
a time of political turbulence turbulence a confusing or uncontrolled situation |
| 33442 |
unruly children unruly very difficult to control |
| 33443 |
She spent hours trying to tame her unruly hair. unruly very difficult to control |
| 33444 |
This town is a cultural wasteland. wasteland an area, situation, or time that has no interesting features |
| 33445 |
an expert in military camouflage camouflage a way of hiding people or objects by making them look like the natural background |
| 33446 |
dressed in camouflage camouflage the type of clothes or face paint that soldiers wear to make themselves more difficult to see |
| 33447 |
a camouflage jacket uniform camouflage the type of clothes or face paint that soldiers wear to make themselves more difficult to see |
| 33448 |
At that time the island was under foreign dominion. dominion control, or the right to rule over something |
| 33449 |
The press have dubbed her 'the Quiet Princess'. dub to give someone or something a particular name or description, often a humorous one |
| 33450 |
The castle was dubbed the 'pink palace'. dub to give someone or something a particular name or description, often a humorous one |
| 33451 |
It was an English film dubbed into German. dub to replace the soundtrack of a film with one in a different language, so that the actors seem to be speaking the other language |
| 33452 |
Eyewitnesses describe the man as tall with brown hair. eyewitness someone who has seen something happen, especially a crime or an accident |
| 33453 |
I wasn't being facetious. facetious trying to be funny in a way that is not suitable |
| 33454 |
facetious comments facetious trying to be funny in a way that is not suitable |
| 33455 |
His opponents say he is glib and deceitful. glib a glib person speaks easily and confidently. This word shows that you do not trust the person or what they are saying |
| 33456 |
glib answers explanations glib a glib remark is made without careful thought and suggests that a situation is better or simpler than it really is |
| 33457 |
Two masked men held the bank clerks at gunpoint for three hours. gunpoint at gunpoint while threatening to shoot someone or while being threatened with a gun |
| 33458 |
the British handover of Hong Kong to the Chinese handover the process of giving responsibility for something to someone else |
| 33459 |
an inane grin inane completely stupid |
| 33460 |
He bombarded the lecturer with inane questions. inane completely stupid |
| 33461 |
body lotion lotion a thick liquid that you put on your skin in order to clean it or make it feel softer and less dry |
| 33462 |
luminous pink flowers luminous very bright |
| 33463 |
a luminous watch dial luminous shining in the dark |
| 33464 |
a luminous smile face luminous very intelligent or beautiful |
| 33465 |
a magnum of champagne magnum a large bottle that holds 1.5 litres |
| 33466 |
The family was plagued by misfortune. misfortune bad luck |
| 33467 |
He's the most irritating man I've ever had the misfortune to meet. misfortune have the misfortune to do something of doing something bad luck |
| 33468 |
a series of misfortunes misfortune something harmful or unpleasant that happens to someone |
| 33469 |
Mistrust between the two countries is intense. mistrust a feeling that you should not trust someone or something |
| 33470 |
Many voters have a deep mistrust of the government. mistrust mistrust of a feeling that you should not trust someone or something |
| 33471 |
She told herself she had no reason to mistrust him. mistrust to not trust someone or something |
| 33472 |
A bird was eating crumbs from her outstretched hand. outstretched stretched out as far as possible |
| 33473 |
a tobacco pouch pouch a small bag made of cloth or thin leather |
| 33474 |
regal powers regal typical of or suitable for a king or queen |
| 33475 |
a regal bearing regal typical of or suitable for a king or queen |
| 33476 |
No progress will be made until the terrorists renounce violence. renounce to state formally that you no longer believe in something or support something |
| 33477 |
Members of the cult are forced to renounce all their old religious beliefs. renounce to state formally that you no longer believe in something or support something |
| 33478 |
They refuse to renounce their claim on the territory. renounce to state formally that you want to give up a right, title, position etc |
| 33479 |
After the war a serious rift developed between the two former allies. rift rift between a disagreement between two people or groups |
| 33480 |
The government denied there had been a rift with the UN. rift rift with a disagreement between two people or groups |
| 33481 |
Diplomatic efforts to heal the rift have so far been unsuccessful. rift heal the rift (=end a disagreement) a disagreement between two people or groups |
| 33482 |
Businesses are being stifled by a lot of new laws. stifle to stop something from developing normally |
| 33483 |
an attempt to stifle innovation debate democracy stifle to stop something from developing normally |
| 33484 |
She had to stifle a smile when they appeared. stifle to stop yourself from doing something that shows how you feel |
| 33485 |
He stifled the urge to scream. stifle to stop yourself from doing something that shows how you feel |
| 33486 |
The air was tainted by the smell of burning. taint to give something an unpleasant quality that spoils it and often makes people not want it, or not want to be involved with it |
| 33487 |
a lot of damaging publicity that could taint the jury taint to make someone seem less honest, morally pure etc |
| 33488 |
a man free from the taint of self-interest taint the appearance of being connected with something bad or wrong |
| 33489 |
life's rich tapestry of emotional experiences tapestry rich tapestry a variety or mixture of things |
| 33490 |
Their ultimatum expires at midnight. ultimatum a statement that orders someone to do something and threatens to punish or attack them if they do not |
| 33491 |
NATO gave the Serbs an ultimatum. ultimatum give someone an ultimatum a statement that orders someone to do something and threatens to punish or attack them if they do not |
| 33492 |
The management yesterday issued an ultimatum to the workforce. ultimatum issue an ultimatum a statement that orders someone to do something and threatens to punish or attack them if they do not |
| 33493 |
We can vouch for the software – everyone here uses it. vouch to say that something is true, correct, or good based on your own knowledge or experience |
| 33494 |
Are you willing to vouch for him? vouch to say that you believe that someone is good and will behave well in future |
| 33495 |
It's funny how having all that money can warp your judgment. warp to affect someone in a way that makes them have strange opinions or thoughts |
| 33496 |
We are looking for someone with both business acumen and technical expertise. acumen business financial political acumen the ability to make good quick decisions and judgments |
| 33497 |
the aggrieved party aggrieved used about someone who is taking a case to court because they have been treated unfairly |
| 33498 |
Some of the worst atrocities in the Yugoslav war took place at a farm near Sarajevo. atrocity a cruel and violent act, often in a war |
| 33499 |
He was babbling something about his mother. babble to speak quickly in a way that other people cannot understand easily |
| 33500 |
a babbling brook babble to make the gentle pleasant sound of water as it moves along in a river |
| 33501 |
a confused babble of voices babble the noise of a lot of voices all talking at the same time |
| 33502 |
the gold braid on his uniform braid a narrow rope made by twisting fibres around each other, used for decorating clothes, curtains, or furniture |
| 33503 |
a laundry rubbish recycling chute chute a tube or a smooth narrow open surface that people or things slide down |
| 33504 |
a swimming pool with a water chute chute a tube or a smooth narrow open surface that people or things slide down |
| 33505 |
the drone of the planes overhead drone a low continuous sound |
| 33506 |
He refused my offer with an emphatic shake of the head. emphatic said or shown in a very strong clear way |
| 33507 |
He was pretty emphatic about me leaving. emphatic emphatic about making your meaning very clear because you have very strong feelings about a situation or subject |
| 33508 |
The president was emphatic that there would be no negotiating with the terrorists. emphatic emphatic that making your meaning very clear because you have very strong feelings about a situation or subject |
| 33509 |
an emphatic win victory defeat emphatic with a very clear result that no one can argue about |
| 33510 |
We watched her, a forlorn figure alone on the platform. forlorn appearing lonely and sad |
| 33511 |
One of London's best-loved landmarks now stands forlorn and almost derelict. forlorn used about places that are empty and in a bad condition |
| 33512 |
He knew that winning a medal was a forlorn hope. forlorn forlorn hope wanted by you very much despite knowing that there is little chance of getting what you want |
| 33513 |
I spent my formative years in the Middle East. formative strongly influencing the development of someone's character and beliefs |
| 33514 |
Politicians of every hue want to stop the fighting. hue of every hue representing a wide range of attitudes or qualities |
| 33515 |
The path intersects the road at a sharp angle. intersect if lines or roads intersect, they join or cross each other |
| 33516 |
The landscape is intersected with dark hedges. intersect to divide a place or a surface by lines, roads etc |
| 33517 |
an irate customer irate very angry |
| 33518 |
Efforts to placate local government officials have thus far failed. placate to stop someone feeling angry or offended by being nice to them or by giving them what they want |
| 33519 |
a placating gesture placate to stop someone feeling angry or offended by being nice to them or by giving them what they want |
| 33520 |
a placatory gesture placate |
| 33521 |
Annie shook her head and relapsed into silence again. relapse relapse into to return to your previous character or behaviour |
| 33522 |
50% of patients suffered a relapse within one year. relapse a period of illness after you had been getting better |
| 33523 |
If you're in a rut, change jobs. rut be (stuck) in a rut a situation that is boring and difficult to change |
| 33524 |
I had to walk in frozen ruts in the snow. rut a deep narrow mark in the ground made by a wheel |
| 33525 |
the sound of stags in rut rut in rut the time of the year when some male animals are sexually active |
| 33526 |
The old board splintered the moment I stepped on it. splinter to break into small sharp pieces, or to make something do this |
| 33527 |
a splinter group movement party faction splinter used for describing a group that has separated from a larger group, usually because of a disagreement |
| 33528 |
Hey, someone's swiped my wallet! swipe to steal something |
| 33529 |
She swiped him hard on the side of the head. swipe to swing your arm and hit or to try to hit someone or something, using your hand or an object |
| 33530 |
I used a broom to swipe at the snake. swipe swipe at to swing your arm and hit or to try to hit someone or something, using your hand or an object |
| 33531 |
He leaned forwards and took a swipe at me. swipe take a swipe at someone something (=try to hit them) a movement in which you swing your arm and you hit or try to hit someone or something, using your hand or an object |
| 33532 |
Do you think he was taking a swipe at the President? swipe take a swipe at someone something (=criticize them) a spoken or written attack on someone or something |
| 33533 |
a transatlantic yacht race transatlantic a transatlantic flight or journey involves crossing the Atlantic Ocean |
| 33534 |
a transatlantic business venture transatlantic between countries on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean |
| 33535 |
transatlantic markets transatlantic on the opposite side of the Atlantic Ocean |
| 33536 |
a veneer of respectability veneer a pleasant appearance, or a polite way of behaving that is not sincere |
| 33537 |
The refugees spent three days adrift on the tiny boat. adrift floating on the water without being tied to anything or controlled by anyone |
| 33538 |
Somehow the picture hook had come adrift from the wall. adrift come adrift to become separated from something |
| 33539 |
The company will hire bankers and lawyers to appraise the terms of the deal. appraise to form an opinion about how successful, effective etc someone or something is |
| 33540 |
Staff will be appraised twice a year. appraise to interview people who work for a company and tell them how well they are doing their job |
| 33541 |
He was the archetype of a scientist. archetype archetype of a very typical example of a particular type of person or thing |
| 33542 |
a boisterous crowd boisterous lively and noisy |
| 33543 |
Three innocent bystanders were wounded in the explosion. bystander innocent bystander someone who is in a particular place by chance when an accident or an unusual event happens but who is not directly connected with it |
| 33544 |
a life of sexual decadence decadence behaviour that is considered immoral because it concentrates too much on pleasure |
| 33545 |
Eating like that every night is sheer decadence. decadence so much pleasure that it almost seems morally wrong |
| 33546 |
Wars in the region have depleted the country's food supplies. deplete to reduce the amount of something or the number of things |
| 33547 |
the depletion of forests in Uganda deplete |
| 33548 |
an equivocal response equivocal an equivocal statement has more than one possible meaning and is made in order to avoid saying something clearly |
| 33549 |
Despite extensive research, the evidence remains equivocal. equivocal not clearly showing the real situation or providing a definite result |
| 33550 |
He was there to gloat over their defeat. gloat gloat over to show that you are happy and proud at your own success or at someone else's failure |
| 33551 |
Her voice was barely audible in the growing hubbub. hubbub the noise of a lot of people talking at the same time, especially when they are angry or excited |
| 33552 |
the hubbub of the city streets hubbub a situation in which a lot of people or vehicles move around quickly and noisily |
| 33553 |
a Beatles medley medley a piece of music consisting of a collection of tunes or songs that someone plays or sings one after another |
| 33554 |
an interesting medley of flavours medley a mixture of things such as different types of food |
| 33555 |
the Greenwich meridian meridian this line represented as a line on a map |
| 33556 |
The government was accused of pandering to racial prejudice. pander pander to to do or say what someone wants in order to please them, even though you know it is not right |
| 33557 |
Tax reform has become the central pivot of their domestic policy. pivot the most important thing that something is based on or depends on |
| 33558 |
Petra usually just pouts until she gets what she wants. pout to show that you are angry or annoyed by pushing out your lips, especially your lower lip |
| 33559 |
the government's efforts to resuscitate the economy resuscitate to make something effective or successful again |
| 33560 |
a nuclear missile silo silo a large underground structure for storing or protecting something |
| 33561 |
a speck of dirt speck a very small spot or mark |
| 33562 |
The police are looking for guns that have been stashed away. stash to put something in a safe or secret place, usually so that you can use it later |
| 33563 |
He kept thousands of banknotes stashed in a jar. stash to put something in a safe or secret place, usually so that you can use it later |
| 33564 |
a stash of money stash an amount of things that are kept hidden or safe |
| 33565 |
As the battle approached, the stench of fear was everywhere. stench stench of a feeling you have that something is very unpleasant |
| 33566 |
She stooped and kissed the children. stoop to bend the top half of your body downwards |
| 33567 |
He's tall but he has a tendency to stoop. stoop to walk or stand with your head and shoulders bent forwards and downwards |
| 33568 |
I wouldn't have thought he could stoop so low. stoop to do something bad in order to get what you want |
| 33569 |
She couldn't believe he would stoop to cheating. stoop stoop to to do something bad in order to get what you want |
| 33570 |
a stout pleasant man stout slightly fat. This word is less rude than 'fat' |
| 33571 |
stout legs stout slightly fat. This word is less rude than 'fat' |
| 33572 |
a pair of stout shoes stout strong and thick |
| 33573 |
Martin made a stout defence of his team. stout very determined |
| 33574 |
She was a strong advocate of women's suffrage. suffrage the right to vote |
| 33575 |
Fans swarmed onto the pitch to celebrate. swarm to go somewhere as part of a large crowd |
| 33576 |
Bees swarmed around the apple tree. swarm if insects swarm, they fly together in a large group |
| 33577 |
a swarm of bees flies ants swarm a large group of insects flying or moving together |
| 33578 |
Swarms of police officers surrounded the building. swarm a large number of people moving together as a group |
| 33579 |
tacit approval consent support tacit expressed or understood without being said directly |
| 33580 |
A book hit the floor with a thud. thud a low sound made by something heavy falling or hitting something |
| 33581 |
Landlords are responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the property. upkeep upkeep of the process or cost of keeping a building or piece of land in good condition |
| 33582 |
Local residents are forming their own vigilante groups. vigilante someone who tries to catch and punish criminals by themselves, without waiting for the police |
| 33583 |
We did our homework under the watchful eye of our father. watchful under the watchful eye of someone watched by someone who has power or authority over you |
| 33584 |
Addy stared at them in amazement, whereupon all three burst out laughing. whereupon used for showing that something happens just after or because of something that has been mentioned |
| 33585 |
They worry that honoured traditions will wither. wither to become weaker or smaller and then disappear |
| 33586 |
Their love was withering away. wither to become weaker or smaller and then disappear |
| 33587 |
The spring flowers were already beginning to wither. wither if plants or flowers wither, they become drier and start to die |
| 33588 |
economic moral urban blight blight something that damages or spoils something else |
| 33589 |
The threat of war cast a blight on their happiness. blight blight on something that damages or spoils something else |
| 33590 |
His career was seriously blighted by misjudgments such as this. blight to cause serious damage or harm to something |
| 33591 |
Three senior politicians have formed a powerful breakaway group. breakaway consisting of people who have decided to separate from a larger group |
| 33592 |
He bristled at the suggestion that he was like his father. bristle bristle at to be angry or offended about something |
| 33593 |
He was keen to dispel any illusions we might have had. dispel to get rid of unpleasant feelings or false beliefs |
| 33594 |
a material designed to dissipate heat dissipate to gradually disappear by becoming less strong, or to make something do this |
| 33595 |
The benefits of smaller wage increases for workers have been dissipated by the Government. dissipate to waste something such as time, money, or supplies by not using it in a sensible way |
| 33596 |
an indelible mark trace stamp indelible permanent |
| 33597 |
indelible ink indelible making a mark that is impossible to remove |
| 33598 |
Every phrase has been indelibly engraved in my mind. indelible |
| 33599 |
Enjoyment is the keynote of this popular comedy club. keynote the most important feature of something |
| 33600 |
Abandoning the peace talks would be sheer lunacy. lunacy stupid and possibly dangerous ideas or behaviour |
| 33601 |
Slow down! You're driving like a maniac. maniac someone who behaves in a stupid and dangerous way |
| 33602 |
a religious maniac maniac someone who is considered strange because they have an extremely strong enthusiasm for something |
| 33603 |
a homicidal maniac maniac someone who behaves in an extremely excited and confused way because they are mentally ill |
| 33604 |
I munched on a chocolate biscuit as I waited. munch to eat something using your teeth and jaws in a noisy way |
| 33605 |
Their main line of work is orchestrating corporate mergers. orchestrate to plan and organize a complicated event or course of action, especially without being noticed, so that it achieves the result you want |
| 33606 |
They were congratulated on a well-orchestrated PR campaign. orchestrate to plan and organize a complicated event or course of action, especially without being noticed, so that it achieves the result you want |
| 33607 |
an overcast sky day morning afternoon overcast with a sky completely full of clouds |
| 33608 |
posthumous awards for bravery posthumous given to someone after their death, or happening after their death |
| 33609 |
Employees with complaints may seek redress through the courts. redress something that you do for someone or money that you give to them as a way of improving a bad situation that you are responsible for |
| 33610 |
We want to redress some of the injustices of the past. redress to improve a bad situation that you are responsible for by doing something for someone or by giving them money |
| 33611 |
After a short break, she rejoined her colleagues in the meeting room. rejoin to return to a group of people who you were with before |
| 33612 |
You can take the back roads through the mountains and then rejoin the motorway later. rejoin to join a road or race again after you have left it for a while |
| 33613 |
A thick layer of black scum lay on the canal water. scum a layer of a dirty or unpleasant substance that forms on the surface of a liquid |
| 33614 |
The people who do these dreadful things are scum. scum an insulting word for someone who you think is very unpleasant |
| 33615 |
a shag rug shag a rough carpet surface made of many long pieces of wool or other material |
| 33616 |
a strident opponent of European union strident holding firm opinions or beliefs and tending to express them frequently, in a way that offends some people |
| 33617 |
strident criticism strident holding firm opinions or beliefs and tending to express them frequently, in a way that offends some people |
| 33618 |
the topography of Mars topography the features of a particular area of land, for example hills, rivers, and roads |
| 33619 |
At least 750 people have died since the truce ended. truce an agreement between two people or groups involved in a war, fight, or disagreement to stop it for a period of time |
| 33620 |
They should call a truce while negotiations are given a chance. truce call a truce (=agree to stop fighting or arguing) an agreement between two people or groups involved in a war, fight, or disagreement to stop it for a period of time |
| 33621 |
The organization wielded enormous political power. wield to have and be able to use power or influence |
| 33622 |
These policies would wreak havoc on the economy. wreak wreak havoc destruction to cause very great harm or damage |
| 33623 |
He was determined to wreak revenge on her. wreak wreak revenge vengeance to punish someone for something bad that they have done to you |
| 33624 |
Bill was taken aback by the girl's directness. aback be taken aback to be shocked or surprised, especially by something that someone says or does to you |
| 33625 |
an abrasive manner abrasive behaving in way that seems rude to other people, because you say what you think even if it is not nice |
| 33626 |
Constant government interference provides management with an alibi for poor performance. alibi an excuse for not having done something that you should have done |
| 33627 |
The takeover deal is a bonanza for small companies hoping to make a quick profit. bonanza bonanza for a situation in which people quickly become very rich, successful, or lucky |
| 33628 |
York Park looks set to host a football bonanza next year. bonanza a large amount of something good within a short period of time |
| 33629 |
sticks of dynamite dynamite a substance used for causing explosions, especially for breaking rock into pieces |
| 33630 |
Their new defender is dynamite. dynamite someone or something that is very impressive or exciting |
| 33631 |
Her revelations look like being political dynamite. dynamite something exciting and shocking that could cause a lot of problems |
| 33632 |
a dynamite performance dynamite very impressive or exciting |
| 33633 |
the BBC's chairman emeritus emeritus used in the title of someone such as a professor, chairman, or president if they no longer do that job |
| 33634 |
It's hoped that the bank's measure will forestall a return to high inflation. forestall to prevent something from happening by saying or doing something before it can happen |
| 33635 |
Cooking on charcoal imparts a distinctive smoky flavour to your meat. impart impart something to something to give something a particular quality |
| 33636 |
We are indebted to all who made this such a successful day. indebted indebted to grateful to someone for their help |
| 33637 |
one of the poorest and most indebted nations indebted owing money |
| 33638 |
a gold ring with diamond insets inset something that is put in something else |
| 33639 |
The frame is inset with pieces of coloured glass. inset inset something with something to put small jewels, stones, pieces of glass etc in the surface of something as a decoration |
| 33640 |
I'm sure Jesse said most of this in jest. jest in jest if you say something in jest, you do not mean it seriously |
| 33641 |
luscious lips luscious very attractive in a sexual way |
| 33642 |
These committees are usually presided over by a senior judge. preside to be in charge of an official meeting, ceremony, or other event |
| 33643 |
The priest is often invited to preside at the reception. preside to be in charge of an official meeting, ceremony, or other event |
| 33644 |
She prodded him in the back with her umbrella. prod to push someone or something quickly with your finger, or with an object that has a long thin end |
| 33645 |
I had to prod Tony into taking care of the problem. prod prod someone into doing something to persuade or encourage someone to do something |
| 33646 |
She gave him a gentle prod in the ribs. prod a quick push with your finger, or with an object that has a long thin end |
| 33647 |
You'll have to give him a prod or he'll never get it finished. prod an act of persuading or encouraging someone to do something |
| 33648 |
They were all in raptures over the new baby. rapture be in rapture raptures to be in an extremely happy or excited state, and show this by what you say |
| 33649 |
The team's win sent the fans into raptures. rapture into raptures into an extremely happy and excited state |
| 33650 |
Many streets were renamed after the war. rename to change the name of someone or something |
| 33651 |
Soldiers came to retake the village. retake to take control of a place again using military force |
| 33652 |
The kick had to be retaken. retake to perform a kick or a hit again in a game such as football |
| 33653 |
I passed the test on the third retake. retake an act of taking an examination again because you failed it on the previous occasion |
| 33654 |
The referee refused to allow a retake. retake an act of performing a kick or a hit again in a game such as football |
| 33655 |
He was shouting instructions from the sidelines. sideline the area at the edge of a sports field |
| 33656 |
This is no time for sitting on the sidelines – our government must get involved. sideline a situation in which you watch something that is happening but are not involved in it or cannot influence it |
| 33657 |
Champion Tommy Moe is sidelined with a bad knee injury. sideline to cause a player in a sport or game to be unable to play |
| 33658 |
Some delegates complained of being sidelined. sideline to prevent someone from being involved in something that they would normally expect to be involved in |
| 33659 |
Skelton's goal helped his team to lift the silverware (=win the prize). silverware a large silver cup that is given as a prize in a sports competition |
| 33660 |
a sizeable income sizeable fairly large |
| 33661 |
They remained steadfast in their refusal to release the terrorists. steadfast be remain steadfast (in something) not changing your opinions or actions, because you have a strong belief in someone or something |
| 33662 |
Farm labourers have to toil in the fields all day. toil to work very hard doing something difficult and tiring, especially physical work |
| 33663 |
Harry toiled up the stairs. toil to move slowly using a lot of effort |
| 33664 |
a tortuous route tortuous twisting and turning around many bends |
| 33665 |
a tortuous process tortuous extremely complicated |
| 33666 |
The salon attracts clients from as far afield as Swansea. afield far afield far away, especially from where you live or are staying |
| 33667 |
As Kim became more confident, he began to wander further afield. afield further farther afield (=longer distances away, especially from home) far away, especially from where you live or are staying |
| 33668 |
a tall man with an angular face angular an angular part of your body is not covered by much flesh so that you can see the shape of the bones |
| 33669 |
angular handwriting angular containing a lot of angles |
| 33670 |
Their defeat was ascribed to a poor defence. ascribe to believe something is the cause of something else |
| 33671 |
He ascribes melodramatic behaviour to teenagers in general. ascribe to believe that something is a typical quality of someone or something |
| 33672 |
a work ascribed to Homer ascribe to believe that a particular person wrote a book or a piece of music, painted a picture etc so that people generally accept this to be true |
| 33673 |
The money seems to have gone astray. astray to become lost or go to the wrong place |
| 33674 |
married men and women who have gone astray astray to go wrong or do something wrong |
| 33675 |
She accused his friends of leading him astray. astray to make someone behave badly |
| 33676 |
You have deliberately led us astray. astray to make someone believe something that is not true |
| 33677 |
turkey with cranberry sauce cranberry a small sour red fruit that grows on a bush |
| 33678 |
These were particularly despicable crimes. despicable extremely unpleasant |
| 33679 |
a disinterested witness and observer disinterested not involved in something and therefore able to judge it fairly |
| 33680 |
disinterested advice disinterested not involved in something and therefore able to judge it fairly |
| 33681 |
Jack accused Rob of being a liar and an angry argument ensued. ensue to happen after something else, often as a result of it |
| 33682 |
He had registered at the hotel under a fictitious name. fictitious not real or true and used for tricking people |
| 33683 |
a fictitious character fictitious invented for a book, play, or film |
| 33684 |
The kitchen had a homely atmosphere. homely simple and pleasant in a way that makes you feel comfortable and at home |
| 33685 |
a homely child homely ugly |
| 33686 |
an idiomatic translation idiomatic expressing things in a way that sounds natural |
| 33687 |
idiomatic expressions idiomatic containing idioms or consisting of an idiom |
| 33688 |
a malevolent look smile malevolent showing that you want to do something bad to someone |
| 33689 |
I thought his plans were pretty nebulous. nebulous not developed or clear enough to describe |
| 33690 |
a nebulous shape nebulous not developed or clear enough to describe |
| 33691 |
emotional outbursts outburst a sudden spoken expression of a strong feeling, especially anger |
| 33692 |
His colleagues used to be shocked by his outbursts of temper. outburst outburst of a sudden spoken expression of a strong feeling, especially anger |
| 33693 |
an outburst of patriotic fervour outburst outburst of the sudden start of an activity or emotional reaction among a lot of people |
| 33694 |
Rain pattered against the window. patter patter against on etc to make a series of short quiet sounds by falling onto or hitting a surface |
| 33695 |
Lily pattered over to the window. patter patter over along etc to walk or run somewhere, making a series of short quiet sounds with your feet |
| 33696 |
He heard the patter of feet behind him. patter patter of a series of short quiet sounds caused by something falling onto or hitting a surface or by someone walking or running |
| 33697 |
the patter of rain on the roof patter a series of short quiet sounds caused by something falling onto or hitting a surface or by someone walking or running |
| 33698 |
Don't get carried away by the sales patter. patter very fast continuous talk from someone who is entertaining people or who is trying to sell something |
| 33699 |
She hopes to be hearing the patter of tiny feet very soon. patter the patter of tiny feet used for saying that someone is going to have a baby |
| 33700 |
Children still learn their times tables by rote. rote the process of learning something by repeating it many times rather than by understanding it |
| 33701 |
Rote learning does not really give people any insight into their subject. rote rote learning the process of learning something by repeating it many times rather than by understanding it |
| 33702 |
Sectarian violence poses a real threat to the stability of the country. sectarian sectarian violence killing hatred etc caused by disagreements among people from different religious groups |
| 33703 |
a sectarian agenda sectarian involving or intended to help only one religious group |
| 33704 |
serviceable underwear shoes serviceable good enough to be used for a particular purpose but not very attractive or exciting |
| 33705 |
a shrill cry whistle shrill a shrill noise or voice is very loud, high, and unpleasant |
| 33706 |
shrill protest orders shrill shrill words are repeated often and in a very firm way |
| 33707 |
Let the soup simmer for about 30 minutes. simmer to cook slowly at a temperature near boiling, or to cook something in this way |
| 33708 |
'Be quiet!' he snarled at them. snarl to speak in an unpleasant angry way |
| 33709 |
the translucent wings of an insect translucent clear enough for light to pass through but not completely clear |
| 33710 |
He yearned for her love. yearn to want something a lot, especially something that you know you may not be able to have |
| 33711 |
They were yearning to have a baby. yearn to want something a lot, especially something that you know you may not be able to have |
| 33712 |
She lifted her cup and looked at us over the brim. brim the top edge of a cup or bowl |
| 33713 |
Rob was brimming with enthusiasm. brim brim with to be full of something |
| 33714 |
I handed him a cup brimming with tea. brim to be full of something |
| 33715 |
After dinner Lily was coaxed into singing several songs. coax coax someone into out of (doing) something to gently persuade someone to do something or not do something |
| 33716 |
Rescuers told how they coaxed a man out of a suicide attempt. coax coax someone into out of (doing) something to gently persuade someone to do something or not do something |
| 33717 |
She could coax answers to very personal questions out of people. coax coax something out of someone to gently persuade someone to tell or give you something |
| 33718 |
With a little coaxing, he finally agreed to give back the money. coax |
| 33719 |
an oily complexion complexion the appearance of the skin on someone's face, and whether it is pale, dark, smooth etc |
| 33720 |
The influx of foreign players has changed the whole complexion of British football. complexion change the complexion of something the typical features of something such as an organization, process, or activity |
| 33721 |
This biography delves deep into the artist's private life. delve to look for information by searching through something thoroughly |
| 33722 |
Frank delved into his pocket and brought out a few coins. delve to search for something in a bag, pocket etc |
| 33723 |
a flagrant disregard for the law flagrant done in an obvious way that shows you do not care if you break rules or offend people |
| 33724 |
The timing of her departure was entirely fortuitous. fortuitous happening by chance, especially in a way that is lucky or convenient |
| 33725 |
a homophobic attitude homophobia |
| 33726 |
Children were hurling snowballs at one another. hurl to throw something using a lot of force |
| 33727 |
Rioters hurled chairs through the windows. hurl to throw something using a lot of force |
| 33728 |
He hurled himself over the fence and ran. hurl to move your body with speed and force in a particular direction, or to be moved in this way |
| 33729 |
We were hurled across the room by the explosion. hurl to move your body with speed and force in a particular direction, or to be moved in this way |
| 33730 |
The fans began hurling abuse at each other. hurl hurl abuse insults accusations at someone to shout at someone in a very angry way |
| 33731 |
Start by photographing inanimate objects and move on to people later. inanimate not alive |
| 33732 |
young men dressed in khaki khaki soldiers' uniforms that are khaki, or the cloth used to make them |
| 33733 |
a multilateral agreement treaty multilateral involving three or more groups, especially the governments of three or more countries |
| 33734 |
a prison mutiny mutiny a refusal by a group to accept someone's authority, especially a group of soldiers or sailors |
| 33735 |
He drove the crew to the verge of mutiny. mutiny a refusal by a group to accept someone's authority, especially a group of soldiers or sailors |
| 33736 |
New laws will necessitate rethinking our retirement policy. necessitate to make something necessary |
| 33737 |
strict observance of the law observance observance of the practice of obeying a law or rule, or of doing something according to a tradition |
| 33738 |
The markets will be closed in observance of Easter and Passover. observance the practice of obeying a law or rule, or of doing something according to a tradition |
| 33739 |
Remembrance Day observances observance a part of a religious or official ceremony |
| 33740 |
oncoming traffic vehicles oncoming moving towards you |
| 33741 |
They travelled overland to Greece. overland on land rather than by boat or plane |
| 33742 |
an overland journey overland |
| 33743 |
He may have overstated his ability in the interview. overstate to talk about something in a way that makes it seem more important, impressive, or serious than it really is. |
| 33744 |
The negative consequences of this proposal cannot be overstated. overstate something cannot be overstated used for saying that something is extremely important or serious |
| 33745 |
The first few songs are played with typical panache. panache an impressive way of doing something that shows great skill and confidence |
| 33746 |
Is there a set of conditions that predisposes a nation to revolution? predispose to make someone likely to think, feel, or behave in a particular way |
| 33747 |
a mutation that predisposes some people to lung cancer predispose to make someone likely to suffer from a particular illness or condition |
| 33748 |
a resolute opponent resolute extremely determined |
| 33749 |
a saucy postcard saucy saucy pictures, jokes etc refer to sex in a way that is funny |
| 33750 |
Don't you get saucy with me! saucy someone who is saucy shows little respect for people in authority |
| 33751 |
a sedate neighbourhood sedate quiet or slow, and not likely to shock people or attract attention |
| 33752 |
They continued at a more sedate pace. sedate quiet or slow, and not likely to shock people or attract attention |
| 33753 |
sinful behaviour sinful morally wrong or bad |
| 33754 |
It's sinful how you waste money. sinful morally wrong or bad |
| 33755 |
Divorced couples often become quite vindictive towards each other. vindictive vindictive towards someone who is vindictive is cruel to anyone who hurts them and will not forgive them |
| 33756 |
a vindictive attempt to punish me for forgetting her birthday vindictive used about people's behaviour |
| 33757 |
a weighty issue matter question weighty serious and important |
| 33758 |
a weighty box weighty heavy |
| 33759 |
Russia wrested control of the northern Caucasus in the 19th century. wrest to get land, power, or possessions from someone, usually by fighting |
| 33760 |
amoral values amoral used about people's behaviour, attitudes etc |
| 33761 |
He swore to avenge his father's death. avenge to react to something wrong that has been done to you, your family, or your friends by punishing the person who did it |
| 33762 |
They began to avenge themselves on their neighbours for the years of suppression. avenge avenge yourself on someone to react to something wrong that has been done to you, your family, or your friends by punishing the person who did it |
| 33763 |
The new Prime Minister has had a baptism of fire. baptism a baptism of fire a very difficult first period in a new job, activity, or situation |
| 33764 |
the upper lower berth berth a bed on a train or ship |
| 33765 |
People tend to give him a wide berth because he looks so strange. berth give someone something a wide berth to avoid someone or something |
| 33766 |
Officials were accused of making a huge administrative blunder. blunder a careless or embarrassing mistake |
| 33767 |
Government agents had blundered again and arrested the wrong man. blunder to make a careless or embarrassing mistake |
| 33768 |
Someone was blundering about in the darkness. blunder blunder about around into to move or progress in a careless way, making mistakes or creating problems as you go |
| 33769 |
The plan is the brainchild of Divisional Officer Jim Smith. brainchild brainchild of a clever system, organization, or plan that someone thinks of and develops |
| 33770 |
First the dose was reduced, then treatment was discontinued. discontinue to stop doing something that you were doing regularly |
| 33771 |
I'm afraid that product's been discontinued. discontinue to stop providing a product or service |
| 33772 |
Certain behaviours engender unfavourable reactions in people. engender to cause a feeling or attitude to exist |
| 33773 |
They were desperate to conceal the enormity of what they had done. enormity enormity of the fact that something is morally wrong, or the degree to which it is morally wrong |
| 33774 |
He considered the enormity of the task he had been given. enormity enormity of used to mean the extremely large size of something, although some people consider this to be incorrect |
| 33775 |
The country's economy is floundering and the future is uncertain. flounder to experience difficulties and be likely to fail |
| 33776 |
Maureen floundered, trying to think of a response. flounder to feel confused and not know what to say or do next |
| 33777 |
The horses were floundering in the deep snow. flounder to move with great difficulty and in an uncontrolled way |
| 33778 |
her frigid tones frigid extremely formal and unfriendly |
| 33779 |
horny skin hands horny hard and rough |
| 33780 |
His manner was cold and impersonal. impersonal not showing any friendly feelings or interest in someone |
| 33781 |
The council was accused of being too remote and impersonal. impersonal used about large organizations that do not think about people's individual needs and situations |
| 33782 |
The hotel room was a little impersonal. impersonal used about a place that does not seem friendly because there are no personal features |
| 33783 |
incessant crying incessant continuing for a long time without stopping in a way that is annoying |
| 33784 |
the incessant flow of traffic across the bridge incessant continuing for a long time without stopping in a way that is annoying |
| 33785 |
Throughout the day, the rain fell incessantly. incessant |
| 33786 |
carbon monoxide monoxide a chemical containing one atom of oxygen in each molecule |
| 33787 |
a paragon of virtue paragon paragon of someone who is perfect or who is the best possible example of a particular quality |
| 33788 |
a patchwork cushion patchwork the art of sewing many pieces of cloth together to make a pattern or picture |
| 33789 |
a patchwork of fields patchwork patchwork of a pattern that things make when you look at them from a long way away |
| 33790 |
the complex patchwork of ethnic groupings in the Balkans patchwork patchwork of something that consists of many different and often confusing parts |
| 33791 |
a piecemeal approach to the problem piecemeal made or done in separate stages rather than being planned and done as a whole |
| 33792 |
the Salisbury Playhouse playhouse a building where plays are performed. The word is now used mainly in the names of theatres |
| 33793 |
After the third accident, her driving licence was revoked. revoke to officially say that something is no longer legal, for example a law or a document |
| 33794 |
The EU is demanding that Canada revoke the legislation. revoke to officially say that something is no longer legal, for example a law or a document |
| 33795 |
a racial slur slur a remark that is intended to insult someone or to damage their reputation |
| 33796 |
He regarded the comments as a slur on his integrity. slur a remark that is intended to insult someone or to damage their reputation |
| 33797 |
'Who are you?' she slurred. slur to speak without pronouncing the words clearly or separately, for example because you are very tired or drunk |
| 33798 |
She was slurring her words and holding on to the bar. slur slur your words speech to speak without pronouncing the words clearly or separately, for example because you are very tired or drunk |
| 33799 |
slurred speech slur |
| 33800 |
Michael snorted indignantly. snort to make a sudden loud noise through your nose, for example because you are angry or laughing |
| 33801 |
Angela snorted with laughter. snort snort with to make a sudden loud noise through your nose, for example because you are angry or laughing |
| 33802 |
Don't let them stampede you into anything – make up your own mind. stampede stampede someone into (doing) something to force someone to do something without giving them the chance to think about it |
| 33803 |
The news led to a stampede by investors trying to sell their stocks. stampede a situation in which a lot of people all try to do something at the same time |
| 33804 |
stunted trees crops stunted unable or not allowed to grow to normal size |
| 33805 |
emotionally stunted adults stunted unable or not allowed to develop or to do well |
| 33806 |
stunted businesses stunted unable or not allowed to develop or to do well |
| 33807 |
It took several weeks to traverse the desert. traverse to move over or across an area |
| 33808 |
We are looking for someone to underwrite our new stadium. underwrite to invest money to help someone to start a new project |
| 33809 |
Whisk in the butter, then the flour. whisk to mix something very quickly using a whisk |
| 33810 |
Whisk the olive oil and lemon juice together. whisk to mix something very quickly using a whisk |
| 33811 |
In obvious pain, he was whisked off to the hospital. whisk whisk someone something off away through etc to move someone or something very quickly |
| 33812 |
The police whisked her away in a van. whisk to move someone or something very quickly |
| 33813 |
She whisked the dirty plates off the table. whisk to move something with a quick movement |
| 33814 |
The President whisked through South America last month. whisk to move quickly |
| 33815 |
Picasso assimilated an amazing variety of techniques in his art. assimilate to take in an idea or information and make it part of your knowledge so that you can use it effectively |
| 33816 |
belligerent behaviour belligerent very unfriendly and angry |
| 33817 |
How did you get involved in that caper? caper an activity that is not honest or not very serious |
| 33818 |
the prison chaplain chaplain a Christian priest or minister who works in an institution such as a school or a hospital, or in the army |
| 33819 |
He was already devouring detective fiction as a young child. devour to read, watch, or listen to something with a lot of interest or enthusiasm |
| 33820 |
Chris was devoured by curiosity. devour if you are devoured by a feeling, you feel it very strongly and cannot get rid of it |
| 33821 |
The senator launched into a furious diatribe against handguns. diatribe a speech or piece of writing that angrily attacks someone or something |
| 33822 |
Disloyal Conservatives were welcomed into the Liberal Party. disloyal not loyal to someone who you have a close relationship with or to an organization that you belong to |
| 33823 |
She has no intention of being disloyal to his friends. disloyal disloyal to not loyal to someone who you have a close relationship with or to an organization that you belong to |
| 33824 |
Ann was a shy docile child. docile well-behaved, quiet, and easy to control |
| 33825 |
an ecumenical conference ecumenical encouraging different Christian churches to work and worship together |
| 33826 |
We're up to our eyeballs in work. eyeball be up to your eyeballs in something to have a very large amount of something to do or deal with |
| 33827 |
The defence accused police of fabricating evidence. fabricate to make up a story or piece of information in order to make someone believe something that is not true |
| 33828 |
the landed gentry gentry an old word for people from a high social class |
| 33829 |
gullible tourists gullible a gullible person is easy to trick because they trust and believe people too easily |
| 33830 |
We searched every nook and cranny of the house for him. nook every nook and cranny all the nooks and crannies every part of a place |
| 33831 |
The city was plundered and burned during the war. plunder to take valuable things from a place using force, sometimes causing a lot of damage |
| 33832 |
Film producers often plunder TV's most popular shows. plunder to take or use something that belongs to someone else in order to give yourself an advantage |
| 33833 |
It was a salutary lesson to see the whole team so easily defeated. salutary a salutary experience or warning is one that has a good effect although it is unpleasant |
| 33834 |
a lace shawl shawl a large piece of material that is worn by a woman around her shoulders or on her head |
| 33835 |
soundly based established financed soundly in a way that is strong and reliable |
| 33836 |
soundly built constructed soundly in a way that is strong and reliable |
| 33837 |
Martinez was soundly beaten by a younger opponent. soundly soundly beaten defeated rejected used to emphasize how completely something is done |
| 33838 |
Phyllis struts around like she owns the place. strut strut around about to walk in an especially confident and proud way |
| 33839 |
Let's go and strut our stuff on the dance floor. strut strut your stuff to show people how good you are at doing something, or how attractive you look |
| 33840 |
I was brought up in middle-class suburbia. suburbia suburbs in general, the people who live in them, or their way of life |
| 33841 |
Do some stretching exercises to keep yourself supple. supple able to move and bend your body very easily and in a graceful way |
| 33842 |
Alex threw a tantrum and screamed loudly. tantrum have throw a tantrum an occasion when someone suddenly behaves in a very angry and unreasonable way, often screaming, crying, or refusing to obey someone. This word is usually used about children |
| 33843 |
Spending has tapered off from 844 million to 557 million. taper to gradually become less |
| 33844 |
His enthusiasm was waning fast. wane if a feeling or power wanes, it becomes weaker or less important |
| 33845 |
Scott's interest in his career was on the wane. wane on the wane getting smaller, weaker, or less important |
| 33846 |
She whammed her fist down on the table. wham to hit something very hard |
| 33847 |
She had the audacity to tell him off. audacity have the audacity to do something the confidence to say or do what you want, despite difficulties, risks, or the negative attitudes of other people |
| 33848 |
He gave a series of lectures under the auspices of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society. auspices under the auspices of with the help and support of a particular person or organization |
| 33849 |
No one could begrudge him the money – he's such a nice person. begrudge not begrudge someone something to feel annoyed because someone has got something that you want, and you think they do not deserve it |
| 33850 |
I begrudge paying so much just to park the car. begrudge begrudge doing something to feel annoyed that you have to do something |
| 33851 |
the cocoon of his parents' love cocoon something that keeps you safe, but may stop you from learning to deal with problems |
| 33852 |
You cannot remain forever cocooned from the outside world. cocoon to keep someone safe by preventing them from learning to deal with problems |
| 33853 |
University degrees are being handed out like confetti. confetti like confetti used for saying that things are being given to a lot of people |
| 33854 |
She thought of herself as a wine connoisseur. connoisseur someone who knows a lot about a particular thing and enjoys it a lot |
| 33855 |
a connoisseur of fine cuisine art jazz connoisseur connoisseur of someone who knows a lot about a particular thing and enjoys it a lot |
| 33856 |
I've been cooped up in this office all day. coop coop up if a person or animal is cooped up in a place, they have to stay there without being able to move around much |
| 33857 |
The coroner recorded a verdict of suicide. coroner someone whose job is to decide officially how a person died, especially if they died in a sudden or violent way |
| 33858 |
an apparent ebb in the fighting ebb a period when something gradually becomes smaller or less |
| 33859 |
My confidence was at its lowest ebb. ebb be at reach (a) low ebb to be in a very small, weak, or unsuccessful state |
| 33860 |
the ebb and flow of debate ebb the way that a situation keeps changing between two states, for example in a game, fight, or argument |
| 33861 |
the ebb and flow of their political power ebb a situation in which something keeps becoming larger or stronger, and then smaller or weaker |
| 33862 |
Enthusiasm for reform ebbed and flowed. ebb to keep becoming smaller or weaker and then larger or stronger |
| 33863 |
The battle ebbed and flowed around them. ebb to keep changing between two states |
| 33864 |
Edinburgh and its environs environs the area that surrounds a place |
| 33865 |
He was extradited to Britain on charges of terrorism. extradite to send someone accused of a crime back to the country where the crime was committed for a trial |
| 33866 |
His face was pale and gaunt. gaunt very thin, usually because you are ill, tired, or worried |
| 33867 |
The blade glided easily over his skin. glide to move in a smooth and easy way with no noise |
| 33868 |
She glided across the stage of London's Lyric Theatre. glide to move in a smooth and easy way with no noise |
| 33869 |
An eagle glided low over the ground. glide to fly without using power, carried by the wind |
| 33870 |
a glitzy television show glitzy bright, exciting, and attractive but with no real value |
| 33871 |
His evidence was all just hearsay. hearsay information that you have heard without having any proof that it is true |
| 33872 |
It would be impolite to leave the party so early. impolite not polite |
| 33873 |
He was sentenced to two years in prison for inciting racial hatred. incite to encourage people to be violent or commit crimes by making them angry or excited |
| 33874 |
It was alleged that Cox had incited other prisoners to riot. incite incite someone to (do) something to encourage people to be violent or commit crimes by making them angry or excited |
| 33875 |
the inimitable Bob Dylan inimitable so good or unusual that no one else can be or do the same |
| 33876 |
a lanky teenager with a moody look lanky tall, thin, and not very graceful |
| 33877 |
a menial job in the kitchens menial menial work is boring or dirty and is considered to be of low status |
| 33878 |
He spoke in a dull monotone. monotone a way of talking that is boring because your voice does not change in loudness or become higher or lower |
| 33879 |
oversized books pillows furniture oversized much larger than usual |
| 33880 |
oversized salaries oversized used about things that you think are larger than they should be |
| 33881 |
a thick pall of cigarette smoke pall pall of something such as smoke, dust, or cloud that covers an area and makes it darker |
| 33882 |
His comments cast a pall over the meeting. pall cast a pall over something to create an unpleasant situation or mood |
| 33883 |
the penultimate chapter penultimate just before the last in a series |
| 33884 |
The desire for profits should not predominate over the public good. predominate to have more power, influence, or importance than other things or people |
| 33885 |
a country in which Roman Catholics predominate predominate to be greater in number or amount than others |
| 33886 |
It would be presumptuous of me to decide what she wants. presumptuous showing too much confidence and not enough respect |
| 33887 |
The money we save will be redirected to other parts of the business. redirect to use money or effort for a different purpose |
| 33888 |
After such a massive election defeat, the party was forced to regroup. regroup to prepare to make a new attempt to achieve something after having failed or been stopped |
| 33889 |
'Mind your own business!' she retorted. retort to reply immediately in an angry or humorous way to something that someone has said |
| 33890 |
Rose flushed with annoyance and seemed about to make a sharp retort. retort an angry or humorous reply that you make immediately to something that someone has said |
| 33891 |
It's easy to scoff when you haven't tried it yourself. scoff to laugh or say things to show that you think someone or something is stupid or deserves no respect |
| 33892 |
Economic analysts scoff at claims that inflation is on the rise. scoff scoff at to laugh or say things to show that you think someone or something is stupid or deserves no respect |
| 33893 |
Who scoffed all the pizza? scoff to eat a lot of something very quickly |
| 33894 |
He scuttled off to get a drink. scuttle scuttle across off back etc to run somewhere with short quick steps |
| 33895 |
He was slain in battle in 673. slay to kill someone in a violent way |
| 33896 |
His jokes really slay me. slay to impress someone, especially by making them laugh |
| 33897 |
It took three police officers to subdue him. subdue to hold someone and make them stop behaving in an uncontrolled or violent way |
| 33898 |
By 47 ad, the Romans had finally subdued the rebels. subdue to defeat a place or a group of people, and to take control of them |
| 33899 |
She subdued the urge to run after him. subdue to control an emotion that you feel |
| 33900 |
His mother was a meek and submissive woman. submissive willing to do what other people tell you to do without arguing |
| 33901 |
a succulent hamburger succulent succulent meat, fruit etc is full of juice and tastes good |
| 33902 |
Doctors had to use suction to help pull out the baby. suction the process of sucking air or a liquid from somewhere by creating a space without air that it can flow into |
| 33903 |
a testimonial match testimonial an event that is organized as a formal way of thanking someone for their work |
| 33904 |
Universities are toughening up their entrance requirements. toughen to become more strict, or to make something more strict |
| 33905 |
Prison life has toughened him up. toughen to become mentally or physically stronger, or to make someone mentally or physically stronger |
| 33906 |
a volley of abuse volley a lot of questions, insults etc all spoken or made at the same time |
| 33907 |
a volley of bullets volley a lot of objects that move through the air |
| 33908 |
There was a sudden volley of rifle fire. volley a lot of shots from guns at the same time |
| 33909 |
a forehand backhand volley (=in tennis etc) volley the action of hitting or kicking a ball back to an opponent before it touches the ground |
| 33910 |
She volleyed the ball just over his head. volley to hit or kick a ball back to an opponent before it touches the ground |
| 33911 |
a whirlwind tour romance whirlwind something that happens very quickly and unexpectedly, so that the people involved have little control of what happens and how they feel |
| 33912 |
a whirlwind of emotions whirlwind something that happens very quickly and unexpectedly, so that the people involved have little control of what happens and how they feel |
| 33913 |
I was convinced that something was amiss. amiss likely to cause difficulties or problems |
| 33914 |
An apology wouldn't go amiss. amiss something would not go come amiss used for saying that something would be welcome, suitable, or useful |
| 33915 |
She gave her assent for the project to move ahead. assent agreement with or approval of a plan or suggestion |
| 33916 |
Investment levels are seen as a good barometer of business confidence. barometer barometer of something that shows how a situation is changing or how people feel about something |
| 33917 |
The instructions were written in braille. braille a reading system for blind people that uses small raised marks that they feel with their fingers |
| 33918 |
The city had become a cauldron of lawlessness and unrest. cauldron a cauldron of emotions suspicion hatred etc a dangerous or exciting situation where you cannot be sure what will happen next |
| 33919 |
Her hands felt cold and clammy. clammy cold and wet in an unpleasant way |
| 33920 |
Negotiations are finally due to begin after months of political deadlock. deadlock a situation in which neither person or group involved in a disagreement is willing to change their opinions or position |
| 33921 |
Peace talks reached deadlock today. deadlock reach deadlock a situation in which neither person or group involved in a disagreement is willing to change their opinions or position |
| 33922 |
There are real fears that the meeting will end in deadlock. deadlock end in deadlock a situation in which neither person or group involved in a disagreement is willing to change their opinions or position |
| 33923 |
Hopes of breaking the deadlock are fading. deadlock break the deadlock (=end it) a situation in which neither person or group involved in a disagreement is willing to change their opinions or position |
| 33924 |
They could not divulge any further information. divulge to give information about something, especially something that should be kept secret |
| 33925 |
The details of the case elude me. elude if a fact, idea, or word eludes you, you cannot remember or understand it |
| 33926 |
Financial success eluded him. elude if something such as success eludes you, you do not manage to achieve it |
| 33927 |
a criminal who eluded the authorities for six years elude to manage to escape or hide from someone or something |
| 33928 |
a flabby stomach flabby flabby flesh is loose and fat |
| 33929 |
flabby phrases arguments flabby not effective or powerful enough |
| 33930 |
The job requires fluency in Spanish. fluency the ability to speak a foreign language very well |
| 33931 |
He writes about this period of our country's history with great fluency. fluency a clear and confident way of expressing yourself without seeming to make an effort |
| 33932 |
The horse was jumping the fences with breathtaking fluency. fluency a smooth way of moving without seeming to make an effort |
| 33933 |
It was foolhardy to get involved in the first place. foolhardy ignoring obvious dangers in a stupid way |
| 33934 |
She bore her long illness with great fortitude. fortitude a brave and determined attitude |
| 33935 |
fraternal feelings fraternal between friends or people who share the same interests or opinions |
| 33936 |
a fraternal association order fraternal fraternal organizations are formed by people who share the same interests |
| 33937 |
his distinctive rolling gait gait the way that someone walks |
| 33938 |
a gilt frame chair gilt covered with a thin substance that looks like gold or is made of gold |
| 33939 |
lettered in gilt gilt a thin layer of gold or something like gold, used for decorating objects |
| 33940 |
He was hurled headlong down the stairs. headlong with your head in such a position that it hits something before the rest of your body |
| 33941 |
He ran headlong across the hallway. headlong very quickly and without looking where you are going |
| 33942 |
the headlong rush to buy technology stocks headlong happening or done very quickly and without careful thought |
| 33943 |
The first inkling that something was wrong came on Wednesday. inkling a slight idea or small piece of information that tells you that something might exist or be happening |
| 33944 |
I had no inkling how serious these problems are. inkling have no inkling a slight idea or small piece of information that tells you that something might exist or be happening |
| 33945 |
His purpose is to make the play more intelligible to modern audiences. intelligible intelligible to clear or simple enough to understand |
| 33946 |
Joe lurched drunkenly into the room. lurch to move suddenly in a way that is not smooth or controlled |
| 33947 |
The bus finally lurched to a halt outside the school. lurch to move suddenly in a way that is not smooth or controlled |
| 33948 |
The government seems to lurch from one crisis to another. lurch lurch from something to something to keep having serious problems, usually caused by a lack of judgment |
| 33949 |
Our train moved forward with a lurch. lurch a sudden uncontrolled movement |
| 33950 |
He walked in and my stomach gave a lurch. lurch a sudden feeling of being excited or upset |
| 33951 |
The boy had been maimed in a train crash. maim to injure someone seriously, especially permanently |
| 33952 |
It's an offshoot of a Swedish company. offshoot a company, group, or organization that has developed from a larger one |
| 33953 |
a radical offshoot of the extreme leftist Red Army Faction offshoot a company, group, or organization that has developed from a larger one |
| 33954 |
Orders given even by the most senior military commanders could be overruled by the President. overrule to officially change a decision that someone else has made |
| 33955 |
It's a tradition that predates the 20th century. predate to exist or happen earlier than someone or something else |
| 33956 |
a primrose jumper primrose |
| 33957 |
The wheat is genetically engineered to repel insects. repel to keep something away, or to prevent it from entering something |
| 33958 |
boots that have been specially treated to repel moisture repel to keep something away, or to prevent it from entering something |
| 33959 |
Using water cannons and tear gas, police repelled protesters outside the US embassy. repel to force someone who is attacking to move back or to stop attacking |
| 33960 |
a very private woman, who unconsciously repelled any attempts at intimacy repel to be unwilling to accept something |
| 33961 |
The Foreign Office is concerned about possible reprisals against British civilians. reprisal reprisal against something unpleasant that is done to punish an enemy or opponent because of something bad that they have done to you |
| 33962 |
Every tenth person in the village was shot in reprisal for the deaths of the two soldiers. reprisal in reprisal (for something) something unpleasant that is done to punish an enemy or opponent because of something bad that they have done to you |
| 33963 |
shaggy hair fur shaggy long, thick, and untidy |
| 33964 |
a shaggy beard shaggy long, thick, and untidy |
| 33965 |
The desert landscape shimmered in the midday heat. shimmer to reflect a gentle light that seems to shake slightly |
| 33966 |
a shimmering haze shimmer |
| 33967 |
People sometimes choose partners who compensate for their own shortcomings. shortcoming a fault or problem that makes someone or something less effective |
| 33968 |
The town hall has been spruced up for the occasion. spruce spruce up to improve the appearance of someone or something |
| 33969 |
The peace process is at a standstill. standstill be at a standstill a situation in which something stops moving or happening |
| 33970 |
This crisis is threatening to bring the country's economy to a standstill. standstill bring something to a standstill a situation in which something stops moving or happening |
| 33971 |
The traffic in Manila came to a standstill yet again today. standstill come to a standstill a situation in which something stops moving or happening |
| 33972 |
Try to avoid stimulants like coffee late in the evening. stimulant a substance that makes you feel more awake when you eat it or drink it |
| 33973 |
Kevin looked furious as he stomped into his office. stomp to walk making a lot of noise, usually because you are angry |
| 33974 |
a stupendous palace view film stupendous very impressive, large, or surprising |
| 33975 |
a succinct set of instructions succinct expressed in a very short but clear way |
| 33976 |
It's important that nothing untoward should happen during his visit. untoward nothing untoward not suitable, usual, or normal |
| 33977 |
There was no evidence in the house of anything untoward. untoward anything untoward not suitable, usual, or normal |
| 33978 |
a genetic aberration aberration something that is not normal or not what you would usually expect |
| 33979 |
The US Supreme Court acts as final arbiter when district courts disagree. arbiter a person or organization that has official power to settle disagreements |
| 33980 |
The guidebook is the ultimate arbiter of culinary excellence. arbiter someone whose opinions about a subject have a lot of influence |
| 33981 |
a drug oil cartel cartel a group of people or companies who all agree to sell something at the same price so that they can all make profits without competing with one another |
| 33982 |
Tim Johnson scored the goals that clinched the victory. clinch clinch a victory game deal to manage to win or achieve something by doing one final thing that makes it certain |
| 33983 |
What clinched it for me was the smug look on his face when he thought he'd won. clinch clinch it (for someone) to make you decide to do something that you were already thinking about |
| 33984 |
Police confiscated their weapons. confiscate to officially remove someone's possessions for legal reasons or as a punishment |
| 33985 |
She and her sister are at daggers drawn. dagger be (at) daggers drawn if two people are at daggers drawn, they feel very angry towards each other |
| 33986 |
a naval dockyard dockyard a place where ships are built or repaired. |
| 33987 |
the policies espoused by the government of Japan espouse to give your support to an idea, principle, or belief |
| 33988 |
The Prime Minister can call an election when it is politically expedient. expedient used for describing an action that produces an immediate result or solution to a problem, even though it may not be fair or honest |
| 33989 |
He gained entry by the simple expedient of bribing the doorman. expedient an action that produces an immediate result or solution to a problem, even though it may not be fair or honest |
| 33990 |
My main extravagances are shoes and perfume. extravagance something that you spend a lot of money on, especially more than you should |
| 33991 |
It took some pretty fancy footwork to sort that problem out. footwork fancy footwork quick or clever actions to deal with a problem |
| 33992 |
Nobody was sure whether the deal would ever come to fruition. fruition come to fruition the result that you wanted to achieve from a plan or idea |
| 33993 |
I could hear him huffing and puffing up the stairs. huff to breathe loudly and with difficulty |
| 33994 |
After all the huffing and puffing, this was the first opportunity to see the two men in action against each other. huff to speak or behave in a way that shows you strongly disagree with something |
| 33995 |
She'd forgotten her carefully written speech, but knew she could easily improvise. improvise to do something without preparing it first, often because the situation does not allow you to prepare |
| 33996 |
The last two scenes were completely improvised. improvise if a performer in a play or a group of musicians improvises, they invent words or musical notes without preparing them or learning them before |
| 33997 |
We used old shirts to improvise dressings for their wounds. improvise to make something from whatever is available, although it is not what you normally use |
| 33998 |
They looked at me as though I was the devil incarnate. incarnate in human form: used for emphasizing that someone is very similar to what has just been mentioned |
| 33999 |
Her name was on the front in gold lettering. lettering printed or written letters of the alphabet |
| 34000 |
I was not going to submit meekly to his nonsense. meek |
| 34001 |
Crockett kept the cross as a memento of his trip. memento something that you keep to remind you of a particular person, place, or experience |
| 34002 |
a midget submarine midget smaller than the usual size |
| 34003 |
He has been accused of misrepresenting the results of the study. misrepresent to give a false or incorrect account or description of what someone or something is like in order to trick someone |
| 34004 |
The artificial stones were being misrepresented as the real thing. misrepresent misrepresent someone something as something to give a false or incorrect account or description of what someone or something is like in order to trick someone |
| 34005 |
Terms and conditions are negotiable. negotiable a proposal, agreement, or amount of money that is negotiable can be changed through discussion by the people involved before a final agreement is reached |
| 34006 |
The salary is negotiable. negotiable a proposal, agreement, or amount of money that is negotiable can be changed through discussion by the people involved before a final agreement is reached |
| 34007 |
chicken nuggets nugget food in the shape of a small lump |
| 34008 |
Is there a nugget of truth in his accusation? nugget nugget of a small piece of information or advice that can be useful or important |
| 34009 |
The ostensible reason for the army's presence was to keep the peace. ostensible appearing to be true, or stated by someone to be true, but possibly false |
| 34010 |
an ostentatious display of wealth ostentatious intended to impress people or attract their admiration, in a way that you think is extreme and unnecessary |
| 34011 |
Although extremely wealthy, Simon and his family were never ostentatious. ostentatious always trying to impress people with how rich, important, skilful etc you are |
| 34012 |
He's peddling T-shirts on the beach. peddle to sell something on the street or by going to customers, rather than in a shop |
| 34013 |
He's travelled all over Europe peddling his racist views. peddle to try to make people believe a story, explanation, or idea, especially when it is wrong |
| 34014 |
a quartz watch quartz a hard shiny stone often used inside electronic equipment and watches |
| 34015 |
Books have traditionally quenched a child's thirst for knowledge. quench used about other types of feelings or needs |
| 34016 |
The ringleaders are likely to face the death penalty. ringleader a leader of a group of people who are doing something illegal or wrong |
| 34017 |
Overcrowding has now been added to poor sanitary conditions. sanitary relating to people's health, especially to the system of supplying water and dealing with human waste |
| 34018 |
a simple sanitary procedure for dealing with household waste sanitary a sanitary process or method is one that keeps things healthy and clean, especially by killing bacteria |
| 34019 |
We tried to calm her, but she just screeched more loudly. screech to make a loud, high, and unpleasant cry, especially when you are upset |
| 34020 |
Brakes screeched and then we heard a crash. screech to make a loud, high, and unpleasant noise |
| 34021 |
There were seagulls screeching over our heads. screech to make a loud, high, and unpleasant noise |
| 34022 |
The car screeched to a halt, and a man jumped out. screech screech to a halt (=to stop very suddenly with a screech) to move making a loud, high, and unpleasant noise |
| 34023 |
A van screeched round the corner. screech screech down around into etc to move making a loud, high, and unpleasant noise |
| 34024 |
an owl's screech screech |
| 34025 |
the screech of tyres screech |
| 34026 |
screechy violins screech |
| 34027 |
They were scurrying around like ants. scurry scurry about around off etc to move fast with small quick steps |
| 34028 |
The animals scurried for shelter. scurry to hurry to do something or to get something |
| 34029 |
sensuous lips sensuous suggesting physical pleasure |
| 34030 |
sensuous music poetry sensuous relating to or affecting your physical senses rather than your emotions or thoughts |
| 34031 |
Athletes know that cold weather can induce muscle spasms. spasm a sudden movement in which one of your muscles becomes tight and painful |
| 34032 |
His muscles went into spasm and he couldn't straighten up. spasm a sudden movement in which one of your muscles becomes tight and painful |
| 34033 |
She swivelled round and glared angrily at him. swivel if someone or something swivels, or if you swivel them, they turn round on a fixed point and face in a different direction |
| 34034 |
Helen swivelled her chair around to get a better look. swivel if someone or something swivels, or if you swivel them, they turn round on a fixed point and face in a different direction |
| 34035 |
Kris swivelled his head to see who had entered the room. swivel if someone or something swivels, or if you swivel them, they turn round on a fixed point and face in a different direction |
| 34036 |
The fighting shows no sign of abating. abate to gradually become less serious or extreme |
| 34037 |
He was eventually acquitted of the charges. acquit acquit someone of something to state officially that someone is not guilty of the crime they were accused of |
| 34038 |
In the story, the king's opponents are banished to the forest for 10 years. banish be banished to something to officially order someone to leave a country or region as a punishment |
| 34039 |
The king had banished him from the land. banish banish someone from something to officially order someone to leave a country or region as a punishment |
| 34040 |
Wine was poured and the children were banished to their rooms. banish be banished to something to make someone go somewhere else |
| 34041 |
Street vendors will be banished from the city streets unless they register with the council. banish be banished from something to make someone go somewhere else |
| 34042 |
The news of her pregnancy had banished all other thoughts from her mind. banish banish something from something to make someone stop thinking about something or stop having particular feelings |
| 34043 |
Our new cream can help banish acne and smooth away your wrinkles. banish to get rid of something |
| 34044 |
a barricade of burning tyres barricade a temporary structure that is built across a road, gate, or door to prevent people from getting through |
| 34045 |
Residents were ready to go to the barricades to fight the school closure. barricade used for talking about a situation in which people use determined methods to protest about something or achieve something they believe in |
| 34046 |
They got what they needed by bartering their livestock. barter to exchange goods or services for other goods or services instead of using money |
| 34047 |
We used to barter with the guards to get cigarettes. barter barter with to exchange goods or services for other goods or services instead of using money |
| 34048 |
a barter economy barter the system of paying for goods or services with other goods or services instead of using money |
| 34049 |
He wrote her a letter when he was on his deathbed. deathbed on your deathbed going to die very soon |
| 34050 |
a deathbed confession deathbed done when you are about to die |
| 34051 |
She was offered a job at divisional headquarters. divisional relating to a division of an organization |
| 34052 |
The bank's collapse exemplifies the risks of large-scale currency dealing. exemplify to be a typical example of something |
| 34053 |
I will exemplify my point with a story. exemplify to show something using an example |
| 34054 |
Peace talks have faltered. falter to stop being effective or making progress |
| 34055 |
Wright never faltered in his architectural principles. falter to stop doing something because you have lost your confidence or determination |
| 34056 |
My brother is a real fresh air fiend. fiend someone who is extremely enthusiastic about something |
| 34057 |
His flippant remarks only made the judge angrier. flippant treating a serious subject or situation in a way that is not serious, especially when this annoys other people |
| 34058 |
a fractious child fractious easily upset or annoyed |
| 34059 |
Her car gleamed in the sunshine. gleam to shine brightly |
| 34060 |
There was an evil gleam in his eye as he spoke. gleam a look of emotion or excitement in someone's eyes |
| 34061 |
Moving walkways have been a gleam in the eye of town planners for some time. gleam a gleam in someone's eye an idea or wish that someone has that they cannot yet achieve |
| 34062 |
Sex scandals are grist to the mill of the tabloid press. grist grist to the mill something that can be used for achieving an aim |
| 34063 |
He grunted with satisfaction. grunt to make a short low sound in your throat and nose at the same time |
| 34064 |
She grunted a reply. grunt to say something using low short sounds, especially when you do not want to talk |
| 34065 |
'Are you still here?' he grunted. grunt to say something using low short sounds, especially when you do not want to talk |
| 34066 |
Paul gave a little grunt of surprise. grunt a short low sound made by a person or an animal |
| 34067 |
the pig's grunts and snuffles grunt a short low sound made by a person or an animal |
| 34068 |
Oil began to gush out of the broken pipe. gush if a liquid gushes, it flows quickly and in large quantities |
| 34069 |
Popular magazines are always gushing about his looks. gush to express admiration or pleasure with so much enthusiasm that people think you are not sincere |
| 34070 |
We huddled round the fire for warmth. huddle huddle around round to move close together in order to stay warm, feel safe, or talk |
| 34071 |
Several aides huddled with the president, discussing strategy. huddle huddle with to move close together in order to stay warm, feel safe, or talk |
| 34072 |
A huddle of photographers was waiting outside the courtroom. huddle a group of people who are gathered closely together |
| 34073 |
The Prime Minister's position is no longer impregnable. impregnable someone who is in an impregnable position is very difficult to defeat or remove |
| 34074 |
The suspects were interrogated by local police. interrogate to ask someone, for example a prisoner or criminal, a lot of questions in an angry or threatening way, in order to get information |
| 34075 |
He looked a mite upset. mite a mite slightly |
| 34076 |
Politically, the party has put its head in a noose. noose put stick place your head in a noose (=to put yourself in a dangerous situation) a dangerous situation that is difficult to escape from |
| 34077 |
The international community was tightening the economic noose around South Africa's neck. noose tighten the noose (=to make a situation more difficult to escape from) a dangerous situation that is difficult to escape from |
| 34078 |
outmoded attitudes outmoded no longer useful, suitable, or relevant |
| 34079 |
The list has been pared down from 9 counties to 4. pare pare something down back to reduce the total number or amount of something |
| 34080 |
Government spending on defence has been pared to the bone. pare pare something to the bone (=reduce it by as much as you can) to reduce the total number or amount of something |
| 34081 |
She asked him to procure visas for her family. procure procure something for someone something to obtain something, especially with effort or difficulty |
| 34082 |
He had endeavoured to procure them some assistance with their luggage. procure procure someone something to obtain something, especially with effort or difficulty |
| 34083 |
We have reconstituted the board of directors. reconstitute to change the form or structure of something |
| 34084 |
They're reshaping the accounts department. reshape to change the way that something operates or develops |
| 34085 |
He had pneumonia and was put on a respirator. respirator be on be put on a respirator a machine used in hospitals for helping people who cannot breathe on their own |
| 34086 |
An officer was killed in a skirmish with guerillas. skirmish a fight, especially one that is away from the main fighting in a war |
| 34087 |
a major skirmish in the battle over gay rights skirmish an argument or a disagreement, especially a political one |
| 34088 |
verbal skirmishes skirmish an argument or a disagreement, especially a political one |
| 34089 |
He took rather a sledgehammer approach to the whole thing. sledgehammer a way of doing something that uses a lot more power or force than seems necessary |
| 34090 |
The vote could torpedo his political career. torpedo to destroy someone or something |
| 34091 |
Peace between the two countries was only transitory. transitory temporary |
| 34092 |
leather upholstery upholstery cloth or leather that is used for covering chairs and sofas |
| 34093 |
He gets so uptight about the slightest difficulty. uptight nervous and easily annoyed |
| 34094 |
She grew into womanhood without ever knowing her father. womanhood the state of being a woman, or the period of time when someone is a woman |
| 34095 |
His remarks are an insult to womanhood. womanhood all women considered as a group |
| 34096 |
More and more children are afflicted by allergies. afflict if you are afflicted by an illness or serious problem, you suffer from it |
| 34097 |
The king had friends on whom he bestowed land and privileges. bestow bestow something on someone to give valuable property or an important right or honour to someone |
| 34098 |
a consequential and ground-breaking study consequential important |
| 34099 |
The party is rigid and dogmatic and unlikely to change. dogmatic so sure that your beliefs and ideas are right that you expect other people to accept them |
| 34100 |
I'm about to send Tom out on an errand. errand a small job that involves going to collect or deliver something |
| 34101 |
She's out running errands for her mother. errand run an errand (=do an errand) a small job that involves going to collect or deliver something |
| 34102 |
You should floss your teeth every day. floss to clean between your teeth with dental floss |
| 34103 |
They have made some headway towards resolving the dispute. headway to make progress with something that you are trying to achieve |
| 34104 |
an inquisitive journalist inquisitive asking a lot of questions about things, especially things that people do not want to talk about |
| 34105 |
an intelligent and inquisitive young man inquisitive keen to learn about a lot of different things |
| 34106 |
It won't matter one iota (=it will not matter at all). iota a very small amount |
| 34107 |
monolingual (=speaking or written in only one language) mono- single, or one: used to make adjectives and nouns |
| 34108 |
monologue (=long speech by one person) mono- single, or one: used to make adjectives and nouns |
| 34109 |
Don't be so nosy! nosy wanting to know about things that involve other people but not you |
| 34110 |
the Arabic numeral 7 numeral a symbol that represents a number |
| 34111 |
The bombing raid has obliterated whole villages. obliterate to destroy something completely |
| 34112 |
He tried to obliterate all thoughts of Mary from his mind. obliterate to get rid of a memory, thought, or feeling from your mind |
| 34113 |
The park had been obliterated beneath a layer of snow. obliterate to cover something completely so that you cannot see it |
| 34114 |
Mary hoped the dance lessons would improve her poise and balance. poise a graceful and calm way of moving, standing, or sitting |
| 34115 |
Mark poised his pen above the paper. poise to hold or balance something carefully |
| 34116 |
prescriptive policies prescriptive stating what should happen, or what someone should do |
| 34117 |
This book purports to contain all the information you require. purport purport to do something to claim or seem to be something or to do something, especially when this is not possible or true |
| 34118 |
Some food supplements are purported to enhance memory. purport be purported to do something to claim or seem to be something or to do something, especially when this is not possible or true |
| 34119 |
She was unable to understand the purport of his questions. purport the basic meaning of a statement or document |
| 34120 |
Tommy's speech seems to have regressed since he changed schools. regress to return to a previous and usually less developed state or condition |
| 34121 |
The monster sprouted a new head each time he attacked it. sprout if something such as hair sprouts, or if you sprout it, it starts to grow suddenly or quickly |
| 34122 |
Anti-government posters are sprouting up along a nearby wall. sprout if things sprout or sprout up somewhere, they appear there or increase in number suddenly and very quickly |
| 34123 |
New businesses began to sprout up across the country. sprout if things sprout or sprout up somewhere, they appear there or increase in number suddenly and very quickly |
| 34124 |
Thick pipes sprouted from the floor and disappeared through the ceiling. sprout used about something that comes out of a surface |
| 34125 |
the squalid conditions in the camp squalid a place that is squalid is dirty and unpleasant |
| 34126 |
in a drunken stupor stupor the condition of being unable to think or act normally because you are not completely conscious |
| 34127 |
Television programmes are full of subliminal advertising. subliminal a subliminal influence is one that may affect you even though you do not notice or think about it |
| 34128 |
The pain should subside in an hour or two. subside to become weaker, less violent, or less severe |
| 34129 |
By morning the storm had subsided. subside to become weaker, less violent, or less severe |
| 34130 |
She's a very superstitious person. superstitious believing in the power of magic or luck |
| 34131 |
superstitious fear superstitious based on that belief |
| 34132 |
a computer superstore superstore a shop that sells a range of similar products at low prices |
| 34133 |
Her brown hair had a slight tinge of grey. tinge a small amount of a colour, feeling, or quality |
| 34134 |
a tinge of sadness nostalgia tinge a small amount of a colour, feeling, or quality |
| 34135 |
underprivileged children underprivileged not having as many advantages or opportunities as most other people |
| 34136 |
an upsurge in crime violence popularity upsurge upsurge in of a sudden increase in something |
| 34137 |
The bright lights tend to accentuate wrinkles. accentuate to emphasize something, or to make it more noticeable |
| 34138 |
He kept alluding to his wife, but didn't mention her name. allude allude to to mention someone or something in an indirect way |
| 34139 |
They had amassed a fortune worth about 51 billion in today's money. amass to collect a lot of something such as money or information over a period of time |
| 34140 |
amorous intentions advances amorous relating to or involving sexual love |
| 34141 |
choppy seas conditions choppy choppy water has a lot of waves in it because the wind is blowing across it |
| 34142 |
I hope you know that you can always confide in me. confide confide in to tell someone a secret or discuss your private feelings with them |
| 34143 |
He confided his doubts to me. confide confide something to someone to tell someone a secret or discuss your private feelings with them |
| 34144 |
She confided to friends that she was scared of her mother. confide confide that to tell someone a secret or discuss your private feelings with them |
| 34145 |
Her claim that she earned only 33,000 a year strained credulity (=was very difficult to believe). credulity a tendency to believe that something is true |
| 34146 |
Rescue crews were unable to dislodge the ice. dislodge to force something out of its position or out of the position where it is fixed |
| 34147 |
a failed attempt to dislodge the military regime dislodge to force someone out of a position of power |
| 34148 |
The place is in such a state of disrepair that it is dangerous. disrepair a broken or damaged state |
| 34149 |
We've made a study of the number of school buildings falling into disrepair. disrepair fall into disrepair a broken or damaged state |
| 34150 |
His Eminence, Cardinal Thomas Wolsey eminence used for referring to a cardinal in the Roman Catholic Church |
| 34151 |
Lawrence didn't flaunt his wealth – he lived a simple life. flaunt to deliberately try to make people notice your possessions, beauty, abilities etc, because you want them to admire you |
| 34152 |
Models flaunted themselves in tight designer jeans. flaunt flaunt yourself to deliberately try to make people notice your possessions, beauty, abilities etc, because you want them to admire you |
| 34153 |
I'm tired of being fobbed off. fob to give someone an answer or explanation that is not true or complete, in order to make them stop asking questions or complaining |
| 34154 |
The politicians on the panel just fob off questioners with banal responses. fob fob someone off with something to give someone an answer or explanation that is not true or complete, in order to make them stop asking questions or complaining |
| 34155 |
Customers complain they're being fobbed off with an inferior model. fob fob someone off with something to give someone something that is not what they want or need |
| 34156 |
She was groping around in her bag for her keys. grope to search for something inside a container, bag etc by feeling with your hands |
| 34157 |
I groped my way to the door. grope to try to get to a place by feeling the way with your hands |
| 34158 |
She hesitated, seeming to grope for words. grope grope for towards to search for an idea or a way to say or do something without being certain of what you are doing |
| 34159 |
I have the feeling that we're groping towards a compromise. grope to search for an idea or a way to say or do something without being certain of what you are doing |
| 34160 |
Don't let his gruff manner put you off. gruff rude and unfriendly |
| 34161 |
The orchestra played with great gusto. gusto with gusto if you do something with gusto, you do it with a lot of enthusiasm |
| 34162 |
Lather your face and rinse it thoroughly. lather to cover something with a lather |
| 34163 |
She has a rich mane of black hair. mane someone's long thick hair |
| 34164 |
He mumbled something about not wanting to go to work. mumble to say something in a way that is not loud or clear enough so that your words are difficult to understand |
| 34165 |
The potatoes will turn to mush if they are overcooked. mush a thick soft substance |
| 34166 |
Wipe that chocolate off your mush. mush a face |
| 34167 |
a cash outflow of 188,000 outflow a movement of large amounts of money or large numbers of people from one place to another |
| 34168 |
a massive outflow of refugees outflow a movement of large amounts of money or large numbers of people from one place to another |
| 34169 |
The ex-president has been honoured as a peacemaker. peacemaker someone who tries to help to end a war |
| 34170 |
peppermint tea peppermint a strong fresh flavour that is obtained from a mint plant and is used in medicines or drinks |
| 34171 |
Her lip quivered and she tried not to cry. quiver to shake with short quick movements |
| 34172 |
There was a quiver of fear in his voice. quiver a slight shaking movement or sound |
| 34173 |
Come back here, you little rascal! rascal a child who behaves badly but who you like too much to be angry with |
| 34174 |
My parents finally relented and let us go to the party. relent to change your mind about not allowing something to happen or not letting someone do something |
| 34175 |
These changes are a reversion to an earlier weather pattern. reversion reversion to an act of returning to an earlier state |
| 34176 |
the reversion of Hong Kong to China reversion the process by which a place returns to a previous owner or government |
| 34177 |
His incurable romanticism had led him to join the Foreign Legion. romanticism romantic feelings or behaviour |
| 34178 |
Only a small rump of the Communist party remained. rump a small part of a company, a group of people, or a country that remains when the rest of it has left or has been removed |
| 34179 |
Jake scoured auction sales for the furniture they needed. scour scour something for something to search a place or document thoroughly for something |
| 34180 |
I scoured the sink. scour to clean something thoroughly by rubbing it hard with something rough |
| 34181 |
a valley scoured out by a glacier scour to form a passage or hole in something by moving continuously over it |
| 34182 |
Now stop scowling and smile! scowl to twist your face into an expression that shows you are angry |
| 34183 |
She scowled furiously at his back as he walked away. scowl scowl at to twist your face into an expression that shows you are angry |
| 34184 |
his scowling face scowl |
| 34185 |
He gave them a dark scowl. scowl an angry expression on someone's face |
| 34186 |
Her scowl deepened. scowl an angry expression on someone's face |
| 34187 |
a scrawny half-starved dog scrawny very thin, in a way that is not attractive or healthy |
| 34188 |
a sheepish grin smile sheepish ashamed or embarrassed about something that you have done |
| 34189 |
John nodded sheepishly in agreement. sheepish |
| 34190 |
The government's policy of imprisoning protesters had successfully squelched opposition. squelch to stop someone or something that is causing you trouble, especially by taking firm action against them |
| 34191 |
The report understated the social costs of the new development. understate to say that something is less important, serious, big etc than it really is |
| 34192 |
agrarian reform agrarian relating to or involving farming or farmers |
| 34193 |
This is not an auspicious time to be opening a new factory. auspicious showing signs that suggest that something is likely to be successful |
| 34194 |
There was complete bedlam as everyone rushed for the shops. bedlam a noisy and confusing place or situation |
| 34195 |
He was very cagey about his reasons for leaving. cagey cagey about not saying much about something, because you do not want people to know very much |
| 34196 |
There was a terrible commotion outside. commotion noise and confused activity |
| 34197 |
Our universities must serve as custodians of intellectual freedom. custodian someone who tries to preserve a set of principles |
| 34198 |
dainty china cups dainty small and attractive in a delicate way |
| 34199 |
Mary took dainty bites from the sandwich. dainty a dainty movement or action is small and graceful |
| 34200 |
People responded positively to Ruth's cheerfulness and dynamism. dynamism energy, enthusiasm, and determination to succeed |
| 34201 |
the dynamism of the global market dynamism the quality of always changing or developing |
| 34202 |
a highly emotive issue emotive causing strong feelings |
| 34203 |
The evidence completely exonerates the President. exonerate to officially state or prove that someone is not to be blamed for something |
| 34204 |
The report did not exonerate the soldiers of responsibility. exonerate exonerate someone of from something to officially state or prove that someone is not to be blamed for something |
| 34205 |
The report extolled the virtues of Internet technology. extol to praise someone or something in a very enthusiastic way |
| 34206 |
Everyone is fallible. fallible not perfect, and likely to be wrong or make mistakes |
| 34207 |
a fallible legal system fallible not perfect, and likely to be wrong or make mistakes |
| 34208 |
Pamela flinched each time he yelled at her. flinch to make a sudden small movement because you are afraid, surprised, or in pain |
| 34209 |
We won't flinch from making tough decisions. flinch flinch from (doing) something to avoid dealing with a difficult responsibility or decision |
| 34210 |
She was used to people shouting at her, and didn't flinch. flinch not flinch if someone does not flinch, they remain calm despite danger or shock |
| 34211 |
Mansholt served as Agricultural Commissioner of the EEC, forerunner of the European Union. forerunner an institution, custom, or thing that existed before a newer but similar thing |
| 34212 |
Tree shrews are believed to be forerunners of monkeys. forerunner an animal or plant that existed before an animal or plant that it is related to |
| 34213 |
She fumbled for her keys in her bag. fumble fumble for to try to hold, move, or find something using your hands in a way that is not skilful or graceful |
| 34214 |
Robert began to fumble with his buttons. fumble fumble with to try to hold, move, or find something using your hands in a way that is not skilful or graceful |
| 34215 |
He fumbled around in the dark looking for some matches. fumble fumble around about to try to hold, move, or find something using your hands in a way that is not skilful or graceful |
| 34216 |
Smith fumbled at the goal line. fumble to drop a ball |
| 34217 |
a fumbled explanation fumble to say something in a way that is not skilful or effective |
| 34218 |
He stood there, fumbling for words. fumble fumble for words to say something in a way that is not skilful or effective |
| 34219 |
David gnawed his lip, obviously worried. gnaw to keep biting something |
| 34220 |
A rat had gnawed through the cable. gnaw to keep biting something |
| 34221 |
a grievous injury grievous extremely serious or severe |
| 34222 |
He has made a grievous error. grievous extremely serious or severe |
| 34223 |
He has suffered grievously. grievous |
| 34224 |
ham hock hock the part above a pig's back foot that is sometimes eaten as meat |
| 34225 |
The government sees the rebels as little more than a minor irritant. irritant something that annoys you |
| 34226 |
vines twining round a lattice lattice a structure consisting of narrow pieces of wood, plastic, metal etc crossed over each other with spaces between them |
| 34227 |
a medical dictionary for the layman layman the layman (=all laymen as a group) someone who is not trained to a high or professional standard in a particular subject |
| 34228 |
What does that mean in layman's terms? layman in layman's terms (=in words that someone who is not an expert can understand) someone who is not trained to a high or professional standard in a particular subject |
| 34229 |
The use of this equipment should obviate the problem. obviate to get rid of something such as a need or a problem |
| 34230 |
Increased profits do not obviate the need to reduce expenses. obviate obviate the need necessity for something to get rid of something such as a need or a problem |
| 34231 |
This property is to be held by the trust in perpetuity. perpetuity in perpetuity for all time in the future |
| 34232 |
It's the manager's prerogative to decide who will be employed. prerogative a right that a particular person or group has |
| 34233 |
She felt her heart quicken as the car approached. quicken if something quickens, or if you quicken it, it happens or moves more quickly |
| 34234 |
She has feelings for him that he can't reciprocate. reciprocate to have the same feelings towards someone that they have for you |
| 34235 |
I would like to reciprocate your fine hospitality. reciprocate to do the same thing for someone that they have done for you |
| 34236 |
a tearful smile voice farewell tearful done by someone who is crying |
| 34237 |
a tripartite alliance tripartite involving three countries or organizations |
| 34238 |
a tripartite political system tripartite consisting of three parts |
| 34239 |
a harsh tyrannical husband tyrannical using power in a cruel and unfair way |
| 34240 |
tyrannical laws tyrannical using power in a cruel and unfair way |
| 34241 |
a short wiry little man wiry a wiry person is thin but looks strong |
| 34242 |
the department of zoology zoology the scientific study of animals |
| 34243 |
a zoology degree zoology the scientific study of animals |
| 34244 |
He paused to straighten his bow tie, which was askew. askew at an angle instead of straight |
| 34245 |
Noisy and disobedient children are the bane of many mothers. bane the bane of something that annoys someone very much or causes them a lot of problems |
| 34246 |
Paperwork is the bane of my life. bane the bane of someone's life existence something that annoys someone very much or causes them a lot of problems |
| 34247 |
blackberry jam blackberry a small soft dark fruit that grows on a bush called a blackberry bush or bramble |
| 34248 |
When he was younger he dabbled in astrology. dabble dabble in to be involved in an activity for a short time in a way that is not very serious |
| 34249 |
Liz had dabbled with acting at university. dabble dabble with to be involved in an activity for a short time in a way that is not very serious |
| 34250 |
The children were dabbling their feet in the warm water. dabble dabble something in something to put your hands or feet in water and make small quick movements with them |
| 34251 |
The department has been decimated by years of budget cuts. decimate to spoil or destroy something, for example by getting rid of a lot of people |
| 34252 |
Peter's comments completely deflated the boy's confidence. deflate to make someone feel less confident or important |
| 34253 |
a comment intended to deflate rumours that the President is ill deflate to show that something is not true |
| 34254 |
Some cough medicines can make you feel drowsy. drowsy feeling that you want to sleep |
| 34255 |
Resources are dwindling. dwindle to become gradually less or smaller over a period of time until almost nothing remains |
| 34256 |
Water supplies have dwindled to their lowest level in ten years. dwindle dwindle to to become gradually less or smaller over a period of time until almost nothing remains |
| 34257 |
Her hopes for success dwindled away to nothing. dwindle dwindle away to become gradually less or smaller over a period of time until almost nothing remains |
| 34258 |
Several workers died in the landslide that engulfed the old factory. engulf to cover or surround something in a way that harms or destroys it |
| 34259 |
Within minutes, the car was engulfed in flames. engulf be engulfed in something to cover or surround something in a way that harms or destroys it |
| 34260 |
Feelings of panic engulfed them. engulf if a thought or emotion engulfs you, it controls your thoughts or feelings |
| 34261 |
a conflict that threatened to engulf the entire continent engulf if something bad or unpleasant engulfs people, it affects them seriously |
| 34262 |
Firemen fought for hours to extinguish the blaze. extinguish to make a fire or cigarette stop burning. A more usual word is put out |
| 34263 |
Pete had managed to extricate himself from a very embarrassing situation. extricate extricate someone yourself (from something) to get someone out of a difficult or unpleasant situation |
| 34264 |
It took two hours to extricate him from the rubble. extricate extricate someone something from something to get someone or something out of a place, when this is difficult or dangerous |
| 34265 |
It's either get a job or run the gauntlet of unemployment officials. gauntlet run the gauntlet of to experience a difficult situation, for example a lot of questions, criticism, or attacks |
| 34266 |
The house showed no obvious signs of habitation. habitation the fact that someone lives in a place |
| 34267 |
The building was declared unfit for human habitation. habitation the fact that someone lives in a place |
| 34268 |
People panicked and started hoarding food. hoard to get and keep a large amount of something because it might be valuable or useful later |
| 34269 |
a hydroelectric power station hydroelectric using water power to produce electricity |
| 34270 |
Loosen the contents by immersing the bowl in warm water. immerse immerse something in something to put something or someone in a liquid, especially so that they are covered completely |
| 34271 |
David was deeply immersed in student politics. immerse immersed in something if you are immersed in something, you spend most of your time doing it or thinking about it |
| 34272 |
Sandra immersed herself in work to try and forget her problems at home. immerse immerse yourself in something to spend most of your time doing something or thinking about it |
| 34273 |
The team had to suffer the indignity of being booed by their own supporters. indignity a situation that makes you feel embarrassed or ashamed |
| 34274 |
an oblong package oblong |
| 34275 |
The game was overshadowed by violence. overshadow to be a negative feature or influence that spoils something |
| 34276 |
He's always felt rather overshadowed by his sister. overshadow to make someone or something seem less important compared to someone or something else |
| 34277 |
We recorded the show for later playback. playback the use of a machine to show pictures or play sounds that were recorded earlier |
| 34278 |
a pair of pliers pliers a metal tool that looks like a strong pair of scissors, used for holding small objects or for bending or cutting wire |
| 34279 |
Large raindrops began to plop on the car roof. plop plop on into to fall with a short sound like the sound made by a small object falling into a liquid, or by an amount of liquid falling onto a surface |
| 34280 |
Ben plopped three sugar cubes into his coffee. plop to drop something into a liquid so that it makes a short sound |
| 34281 |
Her ring fell into the pond with a plop. plop a short sound like the sound made by a small object falling into a liquid, or by an amount of liquid falling onto a surface |
| 34282 |
In the afternoon they all went for a punt. punt the act of using a punt |
| 34283 |
Animals can be kept in quarantine for up to three months. quarantine in quarantine a situation in which a person or animal that might have a disease is kept separate from other people or animals so that they do not catch the disease |
| 34284 |
They've relegated us to this dark little office. relegate relegate someone something to something to move someone or something to a less important position |
| 34285 |
rheumatic pain diseases rheumatic relating to or affected by rheumatism |
| 34286 |
Many children have a growth spurt (=a period when they grow more quickly) in their teens. spurt a sudden increase in something, for example speed or development |
| 34287 |
She put a spurt on and reached the gate before him. spurt put a spurt on (=suddenly start to run or do something much faster than before) a sudden increase in something, for example speed or development |
| 34288 |
a spurt of amusement anger violence spurt a sudden short period when you feel an emotion strongly |
| 34289 |
The standard of his work has improved in spurts. spurt in spurts only at some times within a period, not continuously |
| 34290 |
Blood spurted from the wound. spurt if a liquid spurts from something, it comes out in a sudden strong flow |
| 34291 |
He spurted to the top of the hill. spurt to move somewhere or to do something suddenly and quickly, using a lot of energy |
| 34292 |
a staccato rhythm staccato with each word or sound clearly separate |
| 34293 |
Richard stuttered a reply and sat down, his face red. stutter to repeat the sounds of words in an uncontrolled way when you speak because you are nervous or have a speech problem |
| 34294 |
The car would start but then stutter to a stop. stutter to move, work, or progress in a way that is not smooth or regular |
| 34295 |
When I was small I spoke with a stutter. stutter speak with have a stutter a problem in speaking that causes you to repeat some particular sounds more than you should |
| 34296 |
Floods have submerged parts of the island, killing 29 people. submerge to put something completely under water |
| 34297 |
She felt her individuality was being submerged by family life. submerge if something is submerged, it becomes hidden so that people do not notice it or think about it |
| 34298 |
She wanted to submerge herself in her writing. submerge submerge yourself in something to become very involved in something so that you do not think about anything else |
| 34299 |
a supersonic jet supersonic faster than the speed of sound |
| 34300 |
The curtains swished open. swish to move quickly with a smooth gentle sound, especially through the air, or to make something do this |
| 34301 |
the swish of her skirt swish |
| 34302 |
I stayed in a really swish hotel. swish expensive and fashionable |
| 34303 |
If he stood on tiptoe, he could reach the shelf. tiptoe on tiptoe(s) with only your toes on the ground |
| 34304 |
Heavy falls in share prices sent tremors through international markets. tremor a sudden feeling of excitement or fear |
| 34305 |
the dark underside of society's apparent prosperity underside a bad aspect of something, that people do not usually see or talk about |
| 34306 |
The children drew wavy lines on the ground. wavy a wavy line or wavy hair has a lot of waves or curls in it |
| 34307 |
Here the road goes down steeply in a series of zigzags. zigzag a line or movement that makes sharp angles because it suddenly changes from one direction to another |
| 34308 |
A narrow path zigzagged down to the stream. zigzag to move forwards in a line that makes very sharp angles, going suddenly from one direction to another |
| 34309 |
a zigzag path decoration zigzag following or making a line with sharp angles that changes suddenly from one direction to another |
| 34310 |
He ran zigzag across the street to avoid the traffic. zigzag |
| 34311 |
the changeover to a new currency changeover changeover to a change from one method, system, or activity to another |
| 34312 |
the formal changeover from British to Chinese rule changeover changeover from a change from one method, system, or activity to another |
| 34313 |
Stop daydreaming and get back to work! daydream to spend time thinking about something pleasant, especially when you should be doing something more serious |
| 34314 |
a festering wound fester if an injury or sore place on your body festers, it becomes infected |
| 34315 |
This festering hatred could tear the community apart. fester if a problem or unpleasant feeling festers, it becomes worse because no one has dealt with it |
| 34316 |
The two couples used to go around as a foursome. foursome a group of four people |
| 34317 |
peach fuzz fuzz a lot of short soft hairs or fibres like hairs |
| 34318 |
A nerve jiggled at the corner of his mouth. jiggle to move slightly up and down or from side to side more than one time |
| 34319 |
If the toilet won't flush, just jiggle the handle a little. jiggle to make something move in this way |
| 34320 |
His works have been likened to those of Beckett. liken liken to to say that someone or something is similar to someone or something else |
| 34321 |
The heat made us all feel listless. listless feeling as if you have no energy and no interest in anything |
| 34322 |
a nutritious meal nutritious nutritious foods provide the substances that people need in order to be healthy |
| 34323 |
I picked up the language mainly by osmosis. osmosis a gradual process in which information and ideas influence you without you realizing it |
| 34324 |
The students' nationalities are shown in parentheses. parenthesis in parentheses one of the two symbols ( and ), used in writing for separating a word, phrase, or number from the rest of a sentence |
| 34325 |
a strong physique physique the shape of someone's body, especially a man's |
| 34326 |
Sue gets paid an absolute pittance. pittance an amount of money that is so small that it seems unfair |
| 34327 |
prim and proper prim very careful about your behaviour and appearance, and easily shocked by what other people do or say |
| 34328 |
wearing a prim Victorian dress prim prim clothes are neat, sensible, and show very little of your body |
| 34329 |
a lion prowling through the jungle prowl to move around an area in a quiet way, especially because you intend to do something bad |
| 34330 |
The police caught him prowling around the neighbourhood. prowl to move around an area in a quiet way, especially because you intend to do something bad |
| 34331 |
He stood up and began to prowl around the room. prowl to walk around in a very nervous or angry way |
| 34332 |
teenage gangs on the prowl prowl on the prowl looking for someone or something |
| 34333 |
She can talk him round – he's putty in her hands. putty (like) putty in someone's hands very easily influenced or persuaded by someone |
| 34334 |
He was sacked and then reinstated three days later. reinstate to give someone their previous job or position again |
| 34335 |
The government voted against reinstating the death penalty. reinstate to start using or having something such as a law or benefit again |
| 34336 |
nice and snug in front of the fire snug if you are snug, you feel warm, comfortable, and safe |
| 34337 |
a row of snug little cottages snug used about a room or a building that is small, warm, and comfortable |
| 34338 |
She wondered how she'd had the temerity to stand up to him that morning. temerity the confidence to do or say something, especially when this seems rude or surprising |
| 34339 |
I'm at the end of my tether with these kids. tether be at reach the end of your tether to feel very upset because you are no longer able to deal with a difficult situation |
| 34340 |
He unearthed a rare early recording by Billie Holiday. unearth to discover something or someone that was not known before or that people had kept secret, especially by searching very thoroughly |
| 34341 |
a voluptuous blonde voluptuous a voluptuous woman has a large curved body and is sexually attractive |
| 34342 |
voluptuous curves voluptuous a voluptuous woman has a large curved body and is sexually attractive |
| 34343 |
slow voluptuous caresses voluptuous suggesting or expressing a strong sexual desire |
| 34344 |
the voluptuous scent of roses voluptuous a voluptuous taste, smell, etc affects your senses in a strong and pleasant way |
| 34345 |
The whole affair has been whitewashed. whitewash to try to stop people from discovering the true facts about something, in order to prevent someone in authority from being criticized |
| 34346 |
Dozens of cars were set alight. alight set something alight burning |
| 34347 |
His first film didn't exactly set the world alight. alight set the world place etc alight to cause great excitement, interest, or admiration |
| 34348 |
She blurted out his name, then gasped as she realized what she'd done. blurt to say something suddenly and without thinking about the effect it will have, usually because you are nervous or excited |
| 34349 |
The country is valued as a bulwark of peace, stability, and democracy in a difficult region of the world. bulwark someone or something that protects or defends something such as a belief, idea, or way of life |
| 34350 |
a bulwark against a resurgence of fascism bulwark bulwark against someone or something that protects or defends something such as a belief, idea, or way of life |
| 34351 |
a chiffon scarf chiffon very thin transparent cloth made from silk or nylon |
| 34352 |
The engine chugged and coughed, and finally died. chug to make a series of low sounds or to move slowly making these sounds |
| 34353 |
a little old car chugging down the road chug chug up down along etc to make a series of low sounds or to move slowly making these sounds |
| 34354 |
churlish behaviour churlish impolite and unfriendly, especially towards someone who does not deserve to be treated in this way |
| 34355 |
It seemed churlish to refuse. churlish impolite and unfriendly, especially towards someone who does not deserve to be treated in this way |
| 34356 |
The risk is counterbalanced by the potential rewards. counterbalance to have an effect that is equal and opposite to something else |
| 34357 |
The prisoners' evidence is a useful counterbalance to more official sources. counterbalance counterbalance to something that has an effect that is equal and opposite to something else |
| 34358 |
She's dotty about him. dotty dotty about loving someone or something very much |
| 34359 |
Gilbert was fidgeting with his gloves again. fidget fidget with to touch or move something with many small quick movements of your fingers because you are bored, nervous, or concentrating on something else |
| 34360 |
Skateboarders know they will be prosecuted if they flout the law. flout to deliberately refuse to obey a rule or custom |
| 34361 |
If they moved away, they would forfeit all rights to their land. forfeit to be forced to give up a right, a benefit, or something that you own, because you have broken a rule or law |
| 34362 |
It is the first time she has forfeited a tournament match through injury. forfeit to be forced to give up a right, a benefit, or something that you own, because you have broken a rule or law |
| 34363 |
By attacking too late, they had forfeited the advantage of surprise. forfeit to lose something valuable by making a mistake or by doing something wrong |
| 34364 |
They knew their lands would be forfeit if they lost the war. forfeit something that is forfeit is taken from you because of something that you have done wrong or have failed to do |
| 34365 |
Forsaken by her friends, she sank deeper into depression. forsake to leave someone, or to stop helping or looking after them, when they still need you |
| 34366 |
The excess rainwater collected in the gully. gully a long narrow passage made for something to be taken away |
| 34367 |
We can grab some lunch on the hoof. hoof while you are doing something else, especially going from one place to another |
| 34368 |
beef on the hoof hoof not yet killed for eating |
| 34369 |
The last bus had gone, so they had to hoof it. hoof hoof it to walk somewhere instead of travelling in a vehicle |
| 34370 |
It's a very serious offence to impersonate a police officer. impersonate to pretend to be someone else by copying the way that they look, speak, or behave in order to trick people |
| 34371 |
The new law will not impinge on the way companies conduct their business. impinge impinge on to have an effect on something, especially in a negative way |
| 34372 |
The company is intransigent and rejects any notion of a settlement. intransigent refusing to change your ideas or behaviour with no good reason |
| 34373 |
The disease does irreparable damage to the nervous system. irreparable irreparable harm or damage is extremely bad and cannot be repaired or improved |
| 34374 |
a journeyman electrician journeyman a worker who has learned a skill and works for a business that belongs to someone else |
| 34375 |
Stop meddling! meddle to become involved in a situation that you have no right to be involved in, in a way that is annoying |
| 34376 |
Cottage is perhaps a misnomer for such a large house. misnomer a name or description that is incorrect or unsuitable |
| 34377 |
'Lucky' seemed a bit of misnomer for the unfortunate little dog. misnomer a bit of something of a misnomer a name or description that is incorrect or unsuitable |
| 34378 |
The President has been accused of trying to muzzle the press. muzzle to prevent a person, group, newspaper etc from expressing their opinions or ideas publicly |
| 34379 |
a neuter pronoun neuter neuter nouns, pronouns, and adjectives have different forms from feminine or masculine words in some languages |
| 34380 |
the university ombudsman ombudsman someone whose job is to deal with complaints that people make about an organization or particular type of business |
| 34381 |
a cheese omelette omelette a flat round food made by mixing eggs together and cooking them |
| 34382 |
the opportune arrival of the police opportune something that is opportune happens at a suitable time or at a time that seems lucky |
| 34383 |
The statement was clearly intended to pacify worried consumers. pacify to make someone who is angry, worried, or upset feel calmer or happier |
| 34384 |
She had a whole evening in which to pamper herself. pamper to look after someone very well, especially by making them feel very comfortable or by giving them nice things |
| 34385 |
He was shaken but unhurt after being pelted with cans and bottles. pelt pelt someone something with something to throw objects with force at someone or something |
| 34386 |
You can't go out – it's pelting down. pelt if rain or snow is pelting or is pelting down, it comes down quickly in large amounts |
| 34387 |
Ricky pelted across the grass in an attempt to catch the ball. pelt pelt down along across etc to run somewhere very fast |
| 34388 |
He ran at full pelt down the road. pelt (at) full pelt moving as quickly as possible |
| 34389 |
A sense of deep loss permeates Frost's poetry. permeate if an attitude or feeling permeates something, you can feel or see its influence clearly in every part of that thing |
| 34390 |
The unpleasant odour permeated every room. permeate if gas, liquid, or a smell permeates something, it spreads into and through every part of it |
| 34391 |
Water had permeated into the old walls. permeate permeate through into if gas, liquid, or a smell permeates something, it spreads into and through every part of it |
| 34392 |
a sleeping potion potion a drink that is believed to be magic, poisonous, or useful as a medicine |
| 34393 |
He was severely reprimanded for his unsuitable behaviour. reprimand reprimand someone for something to tell someone officially and in a serious way that something they have done is wrong |
| 34394 |
The General was reproached by his allies for failing to inform them of his plans. reproach reproach someone for (doing) something to criticize someone and feel disappointed with them for something they have done |
| 34395 |
She reproached herself for having spoken so harshly. reproach reproach yourself to feel ashamed and angry because you know that you have done something wrong |
| 34396 |
In a voice full of reproach, she told him that he had let down the whole class. reproach an expression of criticism and disappointment because of something bad that someone has done |
| 34397 |
The appalling poverty of this remote region is a reproach to the well-fed politicians in the capital. reproach reproach to something that makes you feel ashamed or embarrassed |
| 34398 |
Their handling of the affair has been absolutely beyond reproach. reproach above beyond reproach impossible to criticize because of being so good |
| 34399 |
He was fast asleep and could not be roused. rouse to wake someone up |
| 34400 |
He roused the crowd to stand up and fight back. rouse to make someone become active, especially when they are tired, lazy, or unwilling to do something |
| 34401 |
After a few more minutes in the sun, she roused herself and went in. rouse rouse yourself to make someone become active, especially when they are tired, lazy, or unwilling to do something |
| 34402 |
Passions were roused and threatened to boil over into violence. rouse to produce an emotion or feeling in someone |
| 34403 |
Don't ruffle the tablecloth – I just ironed it. ruffle to move something so that it is no longer smooth or even |
| 34404 |
She kissed him on the forehead and ruffled his hair. ruffle to move someone's hair in a friendly way |
| 34405 |
The caged bird ruffled its throat feathers and sang. ruffle used about birds |
| 34406 |
a breeze ruffling the calm surface of the hotel pool ruffle used about the wind |
| 34407 |
Don't let him ruffle you. ruffle to make someone feel upset |
| 34408 |
You can imagine how that ruffled Beryl's feathers! ruffle ruffle someone's feathers to make someone feel worried or annoyed |
| 34409 |
I quickly scrawled my address on a piece of paper. scrawl to write something carelessly or in a hurry, so that it is difficult to read |
| 34410 |
sausages sizzling in the pan sizzle to make the sound of food cooking in hot oil |
| 34411 |
an evening snuggling together on the couch snuggle to put yourself into a warm, comfortable, safe position, for example by sitting with your body against someone else's body or by sliding your body down under the covers on a bed |
| 34412 |
I snuggled down into my sleeping-bag. snuggle snuggle down under into etc to put yourself into a warm, comfortable, safe position, for example by sitting with your body against someone else's body or by sliding your body down under the covers on a bed |
| 34413 |
She screwed her eyes up, squinting because of the glare. squint to close your eyes slightly and try to see something, either because of a bright light or because your eyes do not work very well |
| 34414 |
He squinted at her in the sun. squint squint at to close your eyes slightly and try to see something, either because of a bright light or because your eyes do not work very well |
| 34415 |
I had a squint under the bed but couldn't find it. squint a quick look at something |
| 34416 |
The synchronized explosions brought chaos to the city centre. synchronize to make two or more things happen or move at the same time or speed |
| 34417 |
An editing unit is used to synchronize sound with images. synchronize synchronize something with something to make two or more things happen or move at the same time or speed |
| 34418 |
Her voice had a slight Australian twang. twang the way that someone's voice sounds when they speak through their nose as well as their mouth |
| 34419 |
Use a bold typeface for all the headings. typeface a set of letters and numbers of the same design, used in printing or on a computer |
| 34420 |
George still seems determined to wallow in self-pity. wallow wallow in to spend a lot of time feeling a negative emotion, especially because you want sympathy from other people |
| 34421 |
She abhors violence. abhor to dislike something very much, usually because you think it is immoral |
| 34422 |
They were forced to accede to all of the hijackers' demands. accede accede to to do what someone wants or agree with what they say |
| 34423 |
the TV industry's ultimate accolade accolade an honour given to someone for their work |
| 34424 |
She was full of accolades for his work. accolade an expression of praise and admiration |
| 34425 |
The campaign has been marked by acrimony on both sides. acrimony angry and unpleasant words and feelings |
| 34426 |
an acrylic cardigan acrylic made of acrylic |
| 34427 |
They want to close the school and start afresh on the same site. afresh in a new or different way |
| 34428 |
His colleagues predict he'll be anointed party chairman next year. anoint to decide that someone should be given a particular important job |
| 34429 |
backroom political deals backroom used for describing work that is important but is done in a private or secret way, or the people who do this work |
| 34430 |
the backroom staff backroom used for describing work that is important but is done in a private or secret way, or the people who do this work |
| 34431 |
Many voters now feel duped by the government. dupe to trick someone into believing something that is not true or into doing something that is stupid or illegal |
| 34432 |
Henson duped the couple into letting him into their home. dupe dupe someone into doing something to trick someone into believing something that is not true or into doing something that is stupid or illegal |
| 34433 |
They spend their days foraging for food around the city. forage to search in a wide area for something, especially food |
| 34434 |
The property is to be disposed of forthwith. forthwith immediately |
| 34435 |
The results of the study galvanized residents into action. galvanize galvanize someone into (doing) something to shock or affect someone enough to produce a strong and immediate reaction |
| 34436 |
You get good prices on materials by haggling with local manufacturers. haggle haggle with to argue in order to agree on the price of something |
| 34437 |
I didn't bother to haggle about the price. haggle haggle over about to argue in order to agree on the price of something |
| 34438 |
We haggled down the rent by about a third. haggle haggle someone something down to argue in order to agree on the price of something |
| 34439 |
Some countries are still haggling over the terms of the treaty. haggle haggle over about to argue about the details of something |
| 34440 |
hygienic conditions supplies hygienic clean and not likely to cause illness or disease |
| 34441 |
Oil prices continue to languish at $10.79 a barrel. languish to fail to be successful or to improve |
| 34442 |
The children are languishing in orphanages waiting for adoption. languish languish in to remain in a difficult or unpleasant situation for a long time |
| 34443 |
A little girl was savagely mauled by her family's dog yesterday. maul if an animal mauls a person or other animal, it attacks them with its claws and teeth, usually causing serious injury |
| 34444 |
The army aims to clear all the minefields. minefield an area where bombs have been hidden under the ground or under water |
| 34445 |
The issue of tax cuts is a potential minefield for the government. minefield minefield for a situation or process with many possible problems or dangers |
| 34446 |
Do you plan to sit and mope all day? mope to feel bored or unhappy and show no interest in doing anything |
| 34447 |
Police nabbed him for driving without a licence. nab to catch or arrest someone who has done something wrong or illegal |
| 34448 |
In the second half they nabbed the lead. nab to quickly take something, or to take some advantage |
| 34449 |
healthy well-nourished children nourish to give a person, animal, or plant the food and care that they need to live, grow, and be healthy |
| 34450 |
The school's aim is to nourish young musical talent. nourish to support or encourage the development of an idea, feeling, ability etc |
| 34451 |
I would prefer a sign that's less obtrusive. obtrusive attracting attention in a way that is not pleasant or welcome |
| 34452 |
Parents of child criminals are often treated as social outcasts. outcast someone who other people will not accept as a member of society or of a particular group or community |
| 34453 |
Police negotiators will persevere with their efforts to free the hostages. persevere persevere in with to continue trying to achieve something difficult |
| 34454 |
The country sat at the edge of a financial precipice. precipice a very dangerous situation |
| 34455 |
The new tax cuts are predicated on future surpluses. predicate predicate something on upon something to base an action or decision on the existence or truth of something else |
| 34456 |
The flood waters receded. recede to move back from a high point or level |
| 34457 |
The plane takes off, and we watch the ground recede. recede to move further away |
| 34458 |
a receding hairline recede if your hair is receding, less and less of it is growing at the front |
| 34459 |
His pain had receded a little. recede to become less strong or likely |
| 34460 |
The prospect of victory receded still further. recede to become less strong or likely |
| 34461 |
Old tensions between the two countries have recently resurfaced. resurface to start to have an effect again |
| 34462 |
He resurfaced on Thursday and was detained by police at Frankfurt airport. resurface to appear again after not being seen for a period of time |
| 34463 |
She's retraining as a database specialist. retrain to learn, or to teach someone, new skills that are needed for a job |
| 34464 |
Don't slouch – stand up straight. slouch to sit, walk, or stand with your shoulders bent forwards and your head low so that you look lazy |
| 34465 |
She was a keen swimmer and no slouch on the tennis court. slouch be no slouch to be very good at something |
| 34466 |
a range of stainless steel cooking utensils utensil something that you use for cooking or eating with |
| 34467 |
Roger waggled his eyebrows suggestively. waggle to move up and down or from side to side with short quick movements, or to make something move that way |
| 34468 |
a whirlpool of conflicting emotions whirlpool a situation in which you lose control of what is happening, usually in an unpleasant way |
| 34469 |
The report absolves the pilot from any blame for the crash. absolve absolve someone from of something to state officially that someone is free of any blame or responsibility in a particular matter |
| 34470 |
The government is backtracking on its commitment to increase spending. backtrack backtrack on to change your intentions, so that you become less willing or less likely to do something that you said you would do |
| 34471 |
You shouldn't belittle her achievements. belittle to say or think that someone or something is unimportant or not very good |
| 34472 |
tear gas canisters canister a round metal container that is used to hold gases or chemical substances under pressure |
| 34473 |
She caressed his shoulder lovingly. caress to move your hands gently over someone's face or body in a way that shows you love them |
| 34474 |
Her shoes clattered on the stone floor. clatter if a hard object clatters, or if you clatter it, it makes several loud short noises as it hits against another hard object or surface |
| 34475 |
He came clattering down the stairs. clatter clatter down around up etc to move somewhere making a series of loud short noises |
| 34476 |
He put the tray down with a clatter. clatter a series of loud short noises made when a hard object hits against another hard object or surface |
| 34477 |
Please do not construe this as any criticism of yourself. construe construe something as something to understand the meaning of something in a particular way |
| 34478 |
The dog was cowering in a corner. cower to move your body down and away from someone or something because you are frightened |
| 34479 |
a dollop of cream mashed potato dollop dollop of a large lump of a soft substance, especially food |
| 34480 |
You'll need a big dollop of luck to succeed. dollop dollop of a large amount of something |
| 34481 |
She could hear raised voices emanating from her parents' room. emanate emanate from to come from a particular place |
| 34482 |
Wonderful smells emanated from the kitchen. emanate to come from a particular place |
| 34483 |
A sense of joy emanated from him. emanate emanate from if you emanate a lot of a quality or feeling, or if it emanates from you, you show it without expressing it in words |
| 34484 |
A high fence encircles the property. encircle to completely surround someone or something |
| 34485 |
The group's efforts at reform fizzled out after their leader left. fizzle to gradually fail, become less enthusiastic, or disappear, especially after starting successfully |
| 34486 |
They managed to gouge a small fortune out of my father. gouge to make someone pay more money than they should |
| 34487 |
halcyon decades time age halcyon very happy and peaceful or successful |
| 34488 |
The captain had explained the situation over the intercom. intercom over the intercom a system or a piece of electrical equipment that allows people in different parts of a building, aircraft, or ship to speak to each other |
| 34489 |
She was familiar with the intricacies of international law. intricacy intricacy of the complicated parts or details of something such as a system or problem |
| 34490 |
The weavers produce rugs of astonishing intricacy. intricacy a complicated and detailed form or pattern |
| 34491 |
invidious comparisons choices decisions invidious likely to cause problems, for example by offending people or making them feel you have not treated them fairly |
| 34492 |
an irrevocable commitment irrevocable impossible to change or stop |
| 34493 |
They said their resignations were irrevocable. irrevocable impossible to change or stop |
| 34494 |
Life here has been irrevocably changed, and not for the better. irrevocable |
| 34495 |
professional dealers masquerading as private buyers masquerade to pretend to be someone or something that you are not |
| 34496 |
They'll need time to mull over the proposals. mull mull over to think carefully about something over a period of time |
| 34497 |
two octaves higher lower octave a series of eight musical notes in a musical scale |
| 34498 |
He's recuperating from major heart surgery. recuperate to get better after being ill or injured |
| 34499 |
shifty eyes shifty looking dishonest |
| 34500 |
shrieks of laughter shriek a sound of someone shrieking |
| 34501 |
Getting fit doesn't have to be a hard slog. slog something that is difficult or boring and seems to take a long time |
| 34502 |
a steep uphill slog slog a long and tiring walk |
| 34503 |
I slogged my way through the first 200 pages before finally abandoning it. slog to work hard and for a long time doing something that is difficult or boring |
| 34504 |
Most of the night was spent slogging away at the report. slog slog away to work hard and for a long time doing something that is difficult or boring |
| 34505 |
The soldiers were slogging through the mud. slog slog up through along etc to make a long and tiring journey somewhere, especially by walking |
| 34506 |
Each section of the book is subdivided into four chapters. subdivide to divide the parts of something that has already been divided |
| 34507 |
John was able to surmount all these obstacles to become an outstanding leader. surmount to deal successfully with a difficult situation or problem |
| 34508 |
a temple surmounted by a colossal statue surmount to be on top of something |
| 34509 |
Stephanie went downstairs, teetering on her high heels. teeter to stand or move in a way that is not steady and makes you seem about to fall |
| 34510 |
The organization is teetering on the brink of bankruptcy. teeter teetering on the brink edge (of something) in a situation in which something bad is very likely to happen |
| 34511 |
a televised debate interview televise to broadcast something on television |
| 34512 |
This arrangement is no longer tenable. tenable a tenable situation is sensible or well organized and therefore can continue |
| 34513 |
a thatched cottage thatch to cover a roof of a building with dried plants such as straw or reeds |
| 34514 |
Just surviving the storm became uppermost. uppermost more important or urgent than anything else in a particular situation |
| 34515 |
The child's welfare is always uppermost in our minds. uppermost uppermost in someone's mind thoughts more important or urgent than anything else in a particular situation |
| 34516 |
Water penetrates the uppermost surface of the rock. uppermost at the top, or in a higher position |
| 34517 |
She held out her hand with the palm uppermost. uppermost |
| 34518 |
Ingham resented anyone trying to usurp his authority. usurp to take a job or position that belongs to someone else without having the right to do this |
| 34519 |
I feel vindicated now since the court ruled in my favour. vindicate to prove that someone is right, or that something they said, did, or decided was right, especially when most people believed they were wrong |
| 34520 |
The latest research vindicates what we've been arguing for years. vindicate to prove that someone is right, or that something they said, did, or decided was right, especially when most people believed they were wrong |
| 34521 |
The truck was belching black smoke. belch to produce a lot of smoke, steam, fire etc |
| 34522 |
The dog burrowed into the earth, looking for the bone. burrow burrow into under through to make a hole or tunnel in the ground |
| 34523 |
He burrowed under the duvet. burrow burrow into under through to push your hands or part of your body into or under something |
| 34524 |
The police capitulated and allowed the march to go ahead. capitulate to stop opposing what someone wants and agree to it, usually because they are stronger than you |
| 34525 |
We will not capitulate to the demands of terrorists. capitulate capitulate to to stop opposing what someone wants and agree to it, usually because they are stronger than you |
| 34526 |
He clasped Lindsay's hand tightly. clasp to hold someone or something tightly with your hand |
| 34527 |
Rick had a handkerchief clasped to his nose to try to stop the bleeding. clasp clasp something to over something to hold someone or something tightly with your hand |
| 34528 |
Porter clasped his hands behind his head and grinned. clasp if you clasp your hands, or if they are clasped, you hold them together with the fingers of one hand in between the fingers of the other |
| 34529 |
She lay beside him, clasped in his arms. clasp to hold someone or something tightly with your arms |
| 34530 |
She clasped the crying child to her breast. clasp to hold someone or something tightly with your arms |
| 34531 |
a black handbag with a brass clasp clasp a metal object used for fastening a piece of jewellery, bag, belt etc |
| 34532 |
Peter took her hand in a firm clasp. clasp a way of holding something tightly |
| 34533 |
The army had thrown a security cordon around the hotel. cordon a line of people, especially police officers or soldiers, that stops other people from going somewhere |
| 34534 |
Police had cordoned off the area. cordon to form a cordon around an area |
| 34535 |
A corner of the restaurant had been cordoned off. cordon to stop people from entering an area by putting something such as a rope around it |
| 34536 |
She succeeded by dint of hard work. dint by dint of something by means of something |
| 34537 |
eggshell enamel eggshell like an eggshell, for example white-yellow in colour, not very shiny, or thin and delicate |
| 34538 |
eggshell china eggshell like an eggshell, for example white-yellow in colour, not very shiny, or thin and delicate |
| 34539 |
This letter encapsulates our concerns. encapsulate to express something in a short clear form that gives the most important facts or ideas |
| 34540 |
The library is getting a 1 million facelift. facelift work that is done to make something look newer or more attractive |
| 34541 |
He has all the information he needs at his fingertips. fingertip near you, or available for you to use immediately |
| 34542 |
Myfanwy was Welsh to her fingertips. fingertip to your fingertips if you are a particular type of person to your fingertips, you are a perfect example of that type of person, in every detail |
| 34543 |
Voters are tired of new regulations foisted on them by faceless lawmakers. foist foist on to force someone to accept or deal with something that they do not want |
| 34544 |
Blood poured from a gash in his forehead. gash a long deep cut in your skin or in the surface of something |
| 34545 |
Her leg was badly gashed. gash to make a long deep cut in something, usually accidentally |
| 34546 |
Mike's colleagues were prepared to defend him to the hilt. hilt (up) to the hilt as much as possible or to the highest level possible |
| 34547 |
The estate was mortgaged up to the hilt. hilt (up) to the hilt as much as possible or to the highest level possible |
| 34548 |
He hopes to inaugurate a new, more democratic era in the country's politics. inaugurate to start or introduce something new and important |
| 34549 |
The newest US embassy was inaugurated today in Caracas, Venezuela. inaugurate to open a new building, or to start a new organization, with an official ceremony |
| 34550 |
On 10 May, 1994, Nelson Mandela was inaugurated as president of the new South Africa. inaugurate inaugurate someone as something to celebrate the fact that someone is starting an important new job with an official ceremony |
| 34551 |
an inauguration ceremony inaugurate |
| 34552 |
two candidates jostling for votes jostle to compete for something |
| 34553 |
We managed to jostle our way to the front. jostle to push against someone because you are trying to move past them in a crowd |
| 34554 |
a mainline station mainline on a main line |
| 34555 |
the mainline Protestant churches mainline relating to the most common way of doing things or thinking about things |
| 34556 |
We stayed up mainlining junk food and watching TV. mainline to do, eat, or take too much of something |
| 34557 |
She has the opportunity to prove her mettle as a manager. mettle show prove your mettle the determination and ability to deal with problems and difficult situations |
| 34558 |
a monochrome landscape monochrome not brightly coloured and usually grey in colour |
| 34559 |
He padlocked his bike to the railings. padlock to fix a padlock to something so it cannot be opened or moved |
| 34560 |
We have only received scanty information so far. scanty not much, and less than is needed |
| 34561 |
a southbound road southbound leading or travelling towards the south |
| 34562 |
We spent the holiday sunbathing and relaxing on the beach. sunbathe to sit or lie in the sun so that your skin becomes darker. This activity is called sunbathing |
| 34563 |
the tinsel and glamour of Hollywood tinsel something that seems attractive but is not valuable or important |
| 34564 |
He's got really bad toothache. toothache a pain in one or more of your teeth |
| 34565 |
She twirled her wine glass thoughtfully. twirl to move in circles, or to make something move in circles |
| 34566 |
The dancers twirled around to the music. twirl to move in circles, or to make something move in circles |
| 34567 |
She did a neat twirl in the middle of the room. twirl do a twirl a quick movement in a circle |
| 34568 |
pure unadulterated pleasure unadulterated complete: used for emphasizing how good or how bad a quality or feeling is |
| 34569 |
What a load of unadulterated nonsense! unadulterated complete: used for emphasizing how good or how bad a quality or feeling is |
| 34570 |
Roberts plays a young law student, with Denzel Washington as her virile co-star. virile a man who is virile is strong, active, and full of sexual energy |
| 34571 |
a virile performance virile something that is virile is strong, powerful, and full of life |
| 34572 |
Cats' fur makes me wheeze. wheeze to breathe in a noisy way that is uncomfortable for you, usually because you are ill |
| 34573 |
'Thank you for coming,' the old man wheezed. wheeze to say something while you are breathing in this way |
| 34574 |
Behind me, the electric door wheezed shut. wheeze something that wheezes makes a high sound, as though a lot of air is being pushed through it |
| 34575 |
Their teacher berated them for being late. berate berate someone for (doing) something to talk to someone in an angry way because they have done something wrong |
| 34576 |
A fair trial is the birthright of every British citizen. birthright a basic human right, or a right to have something because you are a citizen of a particular country |
| 34577 |
Atkinson had been bludgeoned to death in his flat. bludgeon bludgeon someone to death to hit someone hard with a heavy object |
| 34578 |
We were bludgeoned into accepting their offer. bludgeon bludgeon someone into doing something to force someone to do something by repeated arguments or threats |
| 34579 |
He bridled at the suggestion that he had lied. bridle to be angry or offended, and show this in your movements or expression |
| 34580 |
He decided it was time to broach the subject of a pay rise. broach to begin discussing something with someone, especially when you feel nervous because it may upset them |
| 34581 |
I had hoped to cajole them into helping us. cajole to persuade someone to do something by encouraging them gently or being nice to them |
| 34582 |
an 18-carat gold ring carat a unit for measuring how pure gold is |
| 34583 |
a 30-carat diamond carat a unit for measuring the weight of diamonds and other jewels. It is equal to 0.2 grams |
| 34584 |
He clenched his fists in frustration. clench if you clench a part of your body such as your hand or your mouth, or if it clenches, you close it tightly, especially because you are angry or upset |
| 34585 |
I could see the muscles in his jaw clench. clench if you clench a part of your body such as your hand or your mouth, or if it clenches, you close it tightly, especially because you are angry or upset |
| 34586 |
She let go of the knife, leaving it embedded in the wood. embed embed something in something to fix something firmly in a surface or object |
| 34587 |
Traces of earlier ways of life are embedded in modern society. embed be embedded in something to make something a fixed and important part of something else |
| 34588 |
Carlos exudes enthusiasm. exude if you exude a particular quality, people notice easily that you have a lot of it |
| 34589 |
a fireside chair fireside the part of a room near a fire |
| 34590 |
the 800 metres freestyle champion freestyle in swimming, using the crawl |
| 34591 |
Their decisions were based on financial information gleaned from the Internet. glean to learn small pieces of information by asking questions or watching or listening carefully |
| 34592 |
Be careful you don't say anything to incriminate yourself. incriminate to show or make you think that someone is guilty of a crime |
| 34593 |
No incriminating evidence was found. incriminate to show or make you think that someone is guilty of a crime |
| 34594 |
The best teachers manage to infuse vitality into the most boring subjects. infuse infuse something into to give someone or something a particular quality |
| 34595 |
Her paintings are infused with a natural strength. infuse infuse something someone with something to give someone or something a particular quality |
| 34596 |
an intercontinental telephone call intercontinental going between continents (=main divisions of the world such as Europe or Asia), or happening between people who are in different continents |
| 34597 |
intercontinental flights intercontinental going between continents (=main divisions of the world such as Europe or Asia), or happening between people who are in different continents |
| 34598 |
a kaleidoscope of colours kaleidoscope a scene, situation, or experience that keeps changing and has many different aspects |
| 34599 |
a collection of lacquered boxes lacquer |
| 34600 |
He lunged for the ball. lunge to move suddenly and with a lot of force in order to catch, hit, or avoid something or someone |
| 34601 |
Lunging forward, she grabbed his arm. lunge to move suddenly and with a lot of force in order to catch, hit, or avoid something or someone |
| 34602 |
An officer made a sudden lunge for the suspect's gun. lunge a sudden strong movement to catch or hit something or someone |
| 34603 |
Many of the bodies had been badly burned or mutilated. mutilate to damage someone's body permanently by cutting it or removing part of it |
| 34604 |
The painting had been badly mutilated by vandals. mutilate to damage something seriously, or to spoil it completely, especially by removing part of it |
| 34605 |
placard-waving demonstrators placard a large notice in a public place, used for advertising something or carried in order to protest against or support something |
| 34606 |
moral precepts precept a rule, instruction, or principle that teaches correct behaviour |
| 34607 |
attempts to end years of bitter recrimination recrimination a situation in which people are accusing or criticizing each other |
| 34608 |
No marriage could survive such harsh words and recriminations. recrimination a statement accusing or criticizing someone who has accused or criticized you |
| 34609 |
A loud knocking on the door suddenly reverberated around the flat. reverberate if a sound reverberates, it is repeated many times as it hits two opposite surfaces |
| 34610 |
The room reverberated with the sound of her laughter. reverberate reverberate with if something such as a room reverberates, it seems to shake slightly because of a loud sound that is repeated many times |
| 34611 |
The country's financial problems could reverberate throughout the global economy. reverberate to have an effect that spreads over a wide area or lasts for a long time |
| 34612 |
Ray slunk out of the building. slink slink away off out etc to go somewhere slowly and quietly so that people will not notice you |
| 34613 |
The path was covered in a sodden layer of leaves. sodden completely wet |
| 34614 |
Nina, blushing with embarrassment, began to stammer. stammer to keep repeating a sound and have difficulty in saying certain words because of a speech problem, nervousness, excitement etc |
| 34615 |
an insecure young man with a slight stammer stammer a speech problem that makes you repeat a sound several times when you try to say certain words |
| 34616 |
My body tingled all over and my head ached. tingle if a part of your body tingles, it stings slightly, for example because it is very cold or very hot |
| 34617 |
I was tingling with fear. tingle if you tingle with a particular feeling, you feel it very strongly |
| 34618 |
a tingle of excitement tingle a small amount of a particular strong feeling |
| 34619 |
a humorous article with an undertone of anger undertone something that suggests a particular idea or feeling without directly saying or showing it |
| 34620 |
'And it's all your fault,' he added in an undertone. undertone in an undertone using a quiet voice so that someone cannot hear you |
| 34621 |
a vehement protest objection denial vehement involving extremely strong feelings or beliefs |
| 34622 |
A flock of birds rose in front of him, their wings whirring. whir to make a fast repeated quiet sound |
| 34623 |
All around the room, computers whirred and buzzed. whir to make a fast repeated quiet sound |
| 34624 |
the yoke of slavery yoke a situation or an experience that limits someone's freedom |
| 34625 |
a study conducted under the aegis of the university aegis under the aegis of under the protection or authority of a particular group, government, or person |
| 34626 |
children bickering with each other over whose turn is next bicker bicker (with someone) over about something to argue about things that are not important |
| 34627 |
I'm tired of the constant bickering. bicker |
| 34628 |
This is a serious blemish on the minister's record. blemish blemish on a mistake or dishonest action that spoils someone's reputation or career |
| 34629 |
Their romance captivated the whole country. captivate to attract or interest someone very much |
| 34630 |
Try not to condescend to the children. condescend condescend to to behave in a way that shows that you think you are more important or more intelligent than other people |
| 34631 |
We waited 20 minutes before she finally condescended to appear. condescend condescend to do something to behave in a way that shows that you think you are more important or more intelligent than other people |
| 34632 |
The adjectives used in the poem all connote death and destruction. connote if a word connotes something, it suggests an additional idea or emotion that is not part of its usual meaning |
| 34633 |
a daub of blue paint daub daub of a small amount of a wet substance spread on a surface in a careless way |
| 34634 |
The old bridge fell into disuse. disuse fall into disuse a situation in which something is not being used |
| 34635 |
The situation has reached flashpoint. flashpoint a situation in which serious problems are likely to develop |
| 34636 |
Despite haemorrhaging jobs, the company has seen no increase in profits. haemorrhage if an organization is haemorrhaging people or jobs, a lot of people are leaving |
| 34637 |
a halogen bulb lamp light halogen using halogen to produce light or heat |
| 34638 |
Local groups asked the politician to intercede with the government on their behalf. intercede intercede with someone (on someone's behalf) to try to persuade someone in authority to help someone else or to change their opinion or decision about them, especially someone who is going to be punished |
| 34639 |
interstellar space travel interstellar between the stars |
| 34640 |
Councillors were jeered and heckled as they emerged from the meeting. jeer to shout or laugh at someone in an unkind way that shows you have no respect for them |
| 34641 |
Demonstrators greeted them with jeers. jeer an unkind laugh or comment that shows you have no respect for someone |
| 34642 |
She does judo. judo a sport in which you fight using balance and your body weight to throw your opponent to the ground. Judo is a type of martial art |
| 34643 |
I'm a black belt at judo. judo a sport in which you fight using balance and your body weight to throw your opponent to the ground. Judo is a type of martial art |
| 34644 |
There's a group of kids loitering outside the shop. loiter to stand or wait in a public place for no particular reason |
| 34645 |
Don't loiter, we've got a train to catch. loiter to move slowly, often stopping to rest |
| 34646 |
a northbound train northbound leading or travelling towards the north |
| 34647 |
the northbound lane of the A72 northbound leading or travelling towards the north |
| 34648 |
The real nub of the problem is public indifference. nub the most basic or essential part of something |
| 34649 |
Demand for organic food was outstripping supply. outstrip to become larger than something else |
| 34650 |
The military perpetrated many human rights abuses during the earliest phase of the conflict. perpetrate to do something that is harmful, illegal, or dishonest |
| 34651 |
It's time the perpetrators of the crime were brought to justice. perpetrate |
| 34652 |
Stop pestering me – I'm busy! pester to keep annoying someone, especially by asking them for something or asking them to do something |
| 34653 |
He's been pestering me for a date all week. pester pester someone for something to keep annoying someone, especially by asking them for something or asking them to do something |
| 34654 |
pygmy hippos waterlilies pygmy a pygmy animal or plant belongs to a type that does not grow very big |
| 34655 |
political pygmies pygmy someone who is weak, for example because they lack influence or intelligence |
| 34656 |
We are taking steps to ratchet up our profit margin. ratchet to increase or decrease by small amounts during a period of time, or to make something do this |
| 34657 |
The troops attacked his village and razed it to the ground. raze to completely destroy a building or town |
| 34658 |
a cabinet boardroom reshuffle reshuffle the process of changing the jobs or responsibilities of the people in a particular group or organization |
| 34659 |
Bill savoured the view as he cruised along the coastline. savour to enjoy an experience, activity, or feeling as much as you can and for as long as you can |
| 34660 |
I sipped my coffee, savouring every mouthful. savour to enjoy the flavour of something as much as you can by eating or drinking it slowly |
| 34661 |
Hampshire shire a county in the UK. This word is used in the names of some UK counties |
| 34662 |
They slithered down the grassy bank. slither slither down along across etc to slide over a surface |
| 34663 |
The new treaty subsumes all past agreements. subsume to include something in a larger group and cause it to lose its own individual character |
| 34664 |
Art courses have been subsumed under the Humanities Department. subsume be subsumed by under within into something to include something in a larger group and cause it to lose its own individual character |
| 34665 |
Many of the victims either burnt to death or suffocated. suffocate to die because you cannot breathe, or to kill someone in this way |
| 34666 |
The men tried to suffocate him with a plastic bag. suffocate to die because you cannot breathe, or to kill someone in this way |
| 34667 |
The trade embargo is suffocating the nation's economy. suffocate to prevent a relationship, business, skill etc from developing in a positive way |
| 34668 |
Living in a small town was suffocating Mona. suffocate to feel that you are not free to enjoy your life or to do what you want, or to make someone feel this way |
| 34669 |
Let's get a takeaway. takeaway a meal that you buy in a restaurant or shop and take home to eat. The American word is takeout |
| 34670 |
We often go to a Chinese takeaway near our house. takeaway a shop that sells meals that you take home to eat |
| 34671 |
a bluish tint tint a small amount of a particular colour |
| 34672 |
a semi-permanent tint tint a substance used for changing the colour of someone's hair |
| 34673 |
We spent the whole day traipsing round museums. traipse to walk around slowly and without a specific direction |
| 34674 |
We traipsed all the way to Stonehenge for the midsummer celebrations. traipse to travel to a place that is a long distance from where you are, especially for pleasure |
| 34675 |
Parents often don't know their children are playing truant. truant play truant to stay away from school without permission |
| 34676 |
He trudged through deep snow to the village. trudge trudge through back up etc to walk somewhere with slow heavy steps |
| 34677 |
She was plucking her eyebrows with tweezers. tweezers a tool that you use for picking up or removing very small objects. It consists of two narrow pieces of metal joined at one end |
| 34678 |
a twinge of guilt sadness regret twinge a sudden short feeling of emotion, especially an unpleasant one |
| 34679 |
He felt a slight twinge in his knee. twinge a sudden short pain |
| 34680 |
a unitary authority state council unitary controlled by a central government or authority |
| 34681 |
The aroma of freshly made pancakes wafted through the air. waft if a smell or a noise wafts, it floats through the air in a gentle way |
| 34682 |
The Prime Minister went walkabout in the town centre. walkabout an occasion when a famous or important person walks through a crowd and talks to people |
| 34683 |
My glasses have gone walkabout again. walkabout go walkabout to become lost, or to disappear |
| 34684 |
a TV programme that will whet people's appetite for travel whet whet your appetite (for something) to increase the feeling that you want to have or to do a particular thing |
| 34685 |
He was assailed by doubts. assail to make someone feel worried or upset |
| 34686 |
Huge trucks rushed past with their horns blaring. blare to make a loud and unpleasant noise |
| 34687 |
The radio has been blaring out that dreadful music all day. blare blare out to make a loud and unpleasant noise |
| 34688 |
A light shone through a chink in the curtains. chink a very small space in a wall or between two things, especially when this lets light through |
| 34689 |
A chink of moonlight lit his bedroom. chink chink of a small amount of light that shines through a small space |
| 34690 |
Ella could hear the chink of glasses amid the chatter and laughter. chink the sound that is made when two glass or metal objects hit each other |
| 34691 |
There was just a chink of doubt in his mind. chink chink of a small amount of a quality |
| 34692 |
Chinks are starting to appear in the president's armour. chink a chink in someone's armour a weak point where someone can be attacked |
| 34693 |
He was chomping on a roll. chomp chomp on to bite something several times in a noisy way |
| 34694 |
The bells were still clanging in the cathedral tower. clang if something made of metal clangs, or if you clang it, it makes a loud sound |
| 34695 |
The door clanged shut behind them. clang clang shut if something made of metal clangs, or if you clang it, it makes a loud sound |
| 34696 |
dilated pupils dilate if part of your body dilates, it becomes bigger and wider |
| 34697 |
the dimples on a golf ball dimple a small area on the surface of something that goes inwards |
| 34698 |
dinky shops and tearooms dinky very small and with an attractive shape or appearance |
| 34699 |
a really dinky pay raise dinky very small in size, amount, or importance |
| 34700 |
It is not unusual for rock bands and pop groups to disband after a few years together. disband if a group of people disbands or is disbanded, its members stop working together |
| 34701 |
If you continue to disobey the rules, you will be punished. disobey to deliberately do the opposite of what someone in authority has told you to do, or deliberately not obey a rule |
| 34702 |
They knew he was too weak to disobey. disobey to deliberately do the opposite of what someone in authority has told you to do, or deliberately not obey a rule |
| 34703 |
the upper echelons of power echelon upper lower echelons one of the levels of status or authority in an organization, or the people at that level |
| 34704 |
'Don't leave me!' she implored. implore to ask someone to do something, in a very emotional way, because you want it very much |
| 34705 |
the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary infirmary a hospital: this word is often used in the names of hospitals |
| 34706 |
Knead the dough until smooth. knead to prepare dough or clay by pressing it continuously |
| 34707 |
I spent the day lolling around on the sofa watching TV. loll loll back around about etc to sit, stand, or lie in a relaxed position |
| 34708 |
little shakes of the head and other odd mannerisms mannerism a particular way of speaking or moving that someone has |
| 34709 |
The same treatment should be meted out to politicians who break the rules. mete mete out to give a punishment to someone |
| 34710 |
The trees muffle the sound of the traffic. muffle to make a sound quieter and less easy to hear |
| 34711 |
They were both muffled in heavy, fur-lined coats. muffle to wrap someone or something in thick clothing, cloth etc so that they are warm |
| 34712 |
Investigators are mystified by the crash, which claimed 104 lives. mystify if someone or something mystifies you, you cannot understand or explain it |
| 34713 |
He oscillated between happiness and despair. oscillate oscillate between to continuously change your feelings, opinions, or decisions from one extreme position to the other |
| 34714 |
I think I've been overcharged. overcharge to ask someone to pay more money than is reasonable, or more money than the real price |
| 34715 |
Warning: Do not overcharge. overcharge to put too much power into a battery |
| 34716 |
The engine started to overheat. overheat to become too hot, or to make something too hot, sometimes causing damage |
| 34717 |
The committee had overstepped the bounds of its authority. overstep overstep the bounds rules limits of something to do something that is considered rude or is not allowed |
| 34718 |
She overstepped the mark when she asked him about his mother. overstep overstep the mark to do or say something that makes people angry because it breaks a rule or is not acceptable |
| 34719 |
Staff complained that they were being overworked. overwork to make someone work harder than is reasonable |
| 34720 |
She's overworked that particular excuse. overwork to use or do something so much that it is no longer effective |
| 34721 |
Their spending plans presuppose continued economic growth. presuppose if one thing presupposes another, it cannot exist or happen unless the other thing is also true |
| 34722 |
Giving special attention to the weaker students presupposes that the others are willing to work without much support. presuppose presuppose that if one thing presupposes another, it cannot exist or happen unless the other thing is also true |
| 34723 |
profuse apologies profuse existing or being produced in large amounts |
| 34724 |
bleeding profusely profuse |
| 34725 |
The boat reeked of fish. reek reek of to have a strong unpleasant smell |
| 34726 |
The whole place reeked of desolation and neglect. reek reek of to make you think that something unpleasant is involved in a particular situation |
| 34727 |
All five men were remanded in custody until Wednesday. remand be remanded in custody (=kept in prison until your trial) to tell someone who has committed a crime to return to court for trial on a particular day |
| 34728 |
The defendant is remanded on bail until the trial begins. remand be remanded on bail (=allowed to go home until your trial after someone promises to pay money) to tell someone who has committed a crime to return to court for trial on a particular day |
| 34729 |
He was on remand when he committed suicide. remand on remand the period of time that someone accused of a crime waits for their trial |
| 34730 |
young men on remand for drug-related offences remand the period of time that someone accused of a crime waits for their trial |
| 34731 |
a remand prisoner centre hearing remand relating to someone who is on remand, or to the process of being on remand |
| 34732 |
a businessman of some repute repute of (some) repute (=with a good reputation) the reputation that someone or something has |
| 34733 |
a musical ensemble of international repute repute of great international repute the reputation that someone or something has |
| 34734 |
The forest fire was contained after scorching some ten thousand acres. scorch if you scorch something, or if it scorches, it burns enough to change colour or be damaged on the surface |
| 34735 |
The hot pavement scorched the bottoms of their bare feet. scorch if extreme heat scorches you, it is so hot that it is painful |
| 34736 |
If you fertilize the plant now, it will scorch. scorch if heat or a substance put on a plant scorches it, or if the plant scorches, it becomes dry and dies |
| 34737 |
He scorched across the finishing line to victory. scorch to go or move very fast |
| 34738 |
She had no scruples about eavesdropping on conversations. scruple a moral principle that prevents you from doing something that you think is bad |
| 34739 |
He did not scruple to state his views bluntly. scruple not scruple to do something to not have any moral worries about doing something bad |
| 34740 |
He still seethed with anger over Maude's comments. seethe seethe with to be extremely angry |
| 34741 |
'Don't threaten me,' Ronnie seethed. seethe to be extremely angry |
| 34742 |
She was certain that the entire cellar was seething with spiders. seethe seethe with to be full of a lot of people or animals that are moving around quickly |
| 34743 |
a sheepskin coat jacket rug sheepskin the skin of a sheep with the wool still on it |
| 34744 |
a surreptitious glance surreptitious done or made secretly, so that others will not notice |
| 34745 |
The disease killed huge swathes of the population. swathe a large number of people, or a large amount of something |
| 34746 |
The tornado cut a wide swathe through the countryside. swathe cut a (wide) swathe through something to move through something and cause a lot of change or destruction |
| 34747 |
She opened the door, swathed in a long white bathrobe. swathe swathe in to completely cover someone or something with something |
| 34748 |
The moon was swathed in mist. swathe swathe in to completely cover someone or something with something |
| 34749 |
He got up from his chair and trundled off to bed. trundle trundle in off past to move slowly with regular heavy steps |
| 34750 |
We had a very interesting tutorial on climate change. tutorial a lesson in which a student or a small group of students discusses a subject with a tutor, especially at a university or college |
| 34751 |
For new users, we have an online tutorial and a workbook. tutorial a book or a computer program that gives instructions on how to do something |
| 34752 |
Climbing plants had twined round the branches of the dead tree. twine to twist, grow, or wind round something, or make something do this |
| 34753 |
She twined her arms around him and kissed him. twine to twist, grow, or wind round something, or make something do this |
| 34754 |
A wisp of smoke curled across the sky. wisp wisp of something that has a long, thin, delicate shape, for example a cloud, smoke, or hair |
| 34755 |
He was abducted at gunpoint. abduct to take someone away from their home, family etc using force |
| 34756 |
Costs will be apportioned between central and local government. apportion apportion something among between to divide something such as payments between two or more people, organizations etc |
| 34757 |
The report carefully avoids apportioning blame to any individuals. apportion apportion blame liability to say who should be blamed for something |
| 34758 |
Her father said she had been brainwashed by a bizarre religious cult. brainwash to force someone to accept a particular set of beliefs by repeating the same idea many times so that the person cannot think in an independent way |
| 34759 |
People have been brainwashed into believing they need this stuff. brainwash brainwash someone into doing something to force someone to accept a particular set of beliefs by repeating the same idea many times so that the person cannot think in an independent way |
| 34760 |
A crowd of protesters, some brandishing sticks and machetes, had gathered. brandish to wave a weapon or other object around in your hand so that other people can see it |
| 34761 |
The machines whirred and clanked. clank if a heavy metal object clanks, or if you clank it, it makes a short loud sound |
| 34762 |
His throat constricted making it difficult for him to speak. constrict to become smaller or narrower, or to make something do this |
| 34763 |
Fear of crime constricts many people's lives. constrict to limit what someone is able or allowed to do |
| 34764 |
The radio began to crackle. crackle to make continuous short sounds like the sound of wood burning |
| 34765 |
The atmosphere crackled with expectation. crackle to be full of something such as nervousness or excitement |
| 34766 |
the crackle of thunder in the distance crackle |
| 34767 |
Do you fancy a cuppa? cuppa a cup of tea or coffee |
| 34768 |
Kevin seems to wander around in a daze half the time. daze in a daze not concentrating, thinking clearly, or understanding what is happening around you |
| 34769 |
Advertisements like this demean women. demean to make people have less respect for someone |
| 34770 |
You're a liar, and I won't demean myself by talking to you. demean demean yourself to do something that may make people respect you less |
| 34771 |
diametrically opposed points of view diametrically diametrically opposed opposite completely different from each other |
| 34772 |
a disobedient child disobedient deliberately doing the opposite of what someone in authority has told you to do, or deliberately not obeying rules |
| 34773 |
He divested himself of his jacket. divest to take off something that you are wearing |
| 34774 |
The owner had already divested herself of the property. divest to get rid of something, for example by selling it |
| 34775 |
The leaves were drooping in the heat. droop to hang downwards |
| 34776 |
Another hour elapsed and still the wind continued to howl. elapse if time elapses, it passes |
| 34777 |
a folio volume folio a book made with very large pages |
| 34778 |
Suddenly he was at the door, his pyjama jacket gaping open. gape to open wide, or to be wide open |
| 34779 |
A victim helpline has been set up by the police. helpline a telephone service provided by an organization to give information and support |
| 34780 |
a gas hob with four burners hob the top part of a cooker that you put pans on |
| 34781 |
She outlived her husband by two years. outlive to live longer than someone else |
| 34782 |
His general theories have outlived those of his contemporaries. outlive to continue to exist after something else has stopped |
| 34783 |
a book with political overtones overtone a quality or feature that is noticeable but not obvious |
| 34784 |
She personifies beauty and grace. personify to be a very clear example of a particular quality |
| 34785 |
Justice is personified as a blindfolded woman holding a pair of scales. personify to show a particular quality in the form of a person |
| 34786 |
pneumatic tyres pneumatic filled with compressed air or gas |
| 34787 |
He made a fool of himself, prancing around on stage like that. prance to walk or move in a lively confident way that may seem silly or annoying to other people |
| 34788 |
She felt frost prickling her face. prickle to feel something sharp and uncomfortable on your skin or to cause this feeling |
| 34789 |
His new wool trousers prickled his legs. prickle to feel something sharp and uncomfortable on your skin or to cause this feeling |
| 34790 |
His cheeks prickled with embarrassment. prickle to experience a burning or cold feeling caused by a strong emotion |
| 34791 |
She felt the prickle of his beard against her face. prickle an uncomfortable stinging feeling on your skin caused by something sharp |
| 34792 |
a prickle of fear anxiety prickle an uncomfortable feeling on your skin caused by an emotion |
| 34793 |
reams of useful information ream a large quantity of something |
| 34794 |
They repudiated all accusations of unlawful activity. repudiate to say formally that something is not true |
| 34795 |
Party members appeared on television to repudiate policies they had formerly supported. repudiate to state that you do not accept or agree with something |
| 34796 |
She rummaged in a drawer for some aspirin. rummage rummage in through to search for something among a lot of other things |
| 34797 |
a sheaf of corn sheaf stems of grain that have been cut and tied together |
| 34798 |
The dessert was good but they had skimped on the chocolate sauce. skimp skimp on to not use or provide enough of something |
| 34799 |
Don't skimp on grass seed – it's worth paying more for the better varieties. skimp skimp on to not spend enough money on something |
| 34800 |
spasmodic flashes of lightning in the distance spasmodic happening for short periods and not often |
| 34801 |
spindly legs spindly something spindly is long and thin and looks as if it would break easily |
| 34802 |
The company subcontracts some of its work to factories in Asia. subcontract subcontract something to someone to make a formal agreement to pay someone to do some of the work that you have agreed to do |
| 34803 |
The landlord tried to swindle us out of our deposit. swindle swindle someone out of something to cheat someone in order to get their money |
| 34804 |
They were accused of swindling millions of dollars out of several international companies. swindle swindle something out of someone to cheat someone in order to get their money |
| 34805 |
unremitting pain opposition hostility unremitting continuing for a long time without stopping or ever getting better |
| 34806 |
The experience unsettled her profoundly. unsettle to make someone feel nervous, confused, or upset |
| 34807 |
He writhed in agony on the ground. writhe writhe in pain agony to move by twisting and turning, especially when you feel a lot of pain |
| 34808 |
Each patient is likely to show only a subset of the symptoms listed. subset a small group of people or things that is a part of a larger group |
| 34809 |
The efficacy of the medical procedure has not been proven. efficacy effectiveness in producing the result that you intended |
| 34810 |
the cerebral cortex cortex the outer layer of your brain or another organ |
| 34811 |
The committee will try to make the case for systemic reform. systemic affecting all of something |
| 34812 |
systemic illness systemic affecting your whole body |
| 34813 |
Despite his lineage and qualifications, he was a modest man. lineage the people in your family who lived in the past, especially when you come from a rich or important family |
| 34814 |
Women had never been allowed within the club's portals. portal the entrance to a building where a particular group of people meet; used to talk about who is allowed to join that group of people |
| 34815 |
a rookie police officer rookie someone who has just started doing a job or activity and does not have much experience |
| 34816 |
Remote voting via the Internet is analogous to absentee voting and will have the same kinds of problems. analogous analogous to similar to another situation, process etc so that the same things are true of or relevant to both |
| 34817 |
The doctors recommend that he continue his exercise regimen. regimen a programme of medical treatment, exercise, or special food for improving your health or appearance |
| 34818 |
symptoms of neurological dysfunction dysfunction any medical condition in which a part of your body does not work normally |
| 34819 |
This problem is the result of a dysfunction of bureaucracy. dysfunction a failure to work well |
| 34820 |
a laptop computer laptop |
| 34821 |
visitors ready to vent their spleen at poor train services spleen vent your spleen (=express your anger) anger |
| 34822 |
a witty parody of the Orpheus story parody parody of a literary or musical work that copies a serious work in a humorous way |
| 34823 |
a parody of the legislative process parody parody of something done so badly that it seems like a parody |
| 34824 |
the byzantine power structure of the old department byzantine complicated and difficult to understand |
| 34825 |
necrosis of the liver necrosis a condition in which part of the body has decayed and no longer works normally |
| 34826 |
the longitudinal axis longitudinal going from the top to the bottom of something |
| 34827 |
a longitudinal study of 141 children longitudinal relating to the way that something develops during a period of time |
| 34828 |
Eva's public persona didn't reveal much of her character. persona the part of your personality that you deliberately show most people |
| 34829 |
agencies involved in outreach to refugees outreach the practice of providing help and advice to people in a community before they have to ask for it |
| 34830 |
We spent a few moments enjoying the vista from the hotel balcony. vista the view that you can see from a particular place, especially a beautiful view |
| 34831 |
The end of communism opened up new vistas for investment. vista a situation which seems to make it possible for particular things to happen or exist |
| 34832 |
the importance of prenatal care prenatal relating to the period of time when a woman is pregnant |
| 34833 |
chemical nomenclature nomenclature a system for naming things |
| 34834 |
Profitability is expected to benefit from synergies between the two operations. synergy the extra energy or effectiveness that people or businesses create when they combine their efforts |
| 34835 |
ambient sound ambient existing or present around you |
| 34836 |
a memorial to pay homage to the victims homage pay homage to something that someone does or says in order to show respect or admiration |
| 34837 |
This poem is a homage to Walt Whitman. homage homage to a way of showing respect to an artist, writer, musician etc by using their style or ideas in your own work |
| 34838 |
He received the homage of his chieftains. homage a formal speech or action by which people show their loyalty to a king or leader |
| 34839 |
The song displays an eclectic mix of influences. eclectic an eclectic mix collection variety an eclectic group of people, things, or ideas is interesting or unusual because it consists of many different types |
| 34840 |
In this position the troops would be vulnerable to a frontal attack. frontal at, in, or on the front part of something |
| 34841 |
a frontal assault on the government's latest proposals frontal direct and severe |
| 34842 |
a frontal system frontal relating to a weather front |
| 34843 |
He has a penchant for giving lavish private parties. penchant penchant for a feeling of liking something very much or a tendency to do something a lot |
| 34844 |
aromatic herbs leaves soap aromatic an aromatic plant, substance, or food smells especially good |
| 34845 |
a style fitness guru guru someone who other people respect and go to for advice about a particular subject |
| 34846 |
a diet that promotes health and longevity longevity the fact of having a long life or existence |
| 34847 |
Add just a tad more sugar. tad a tad a little bit |
| 34848 |
kosher meat kosher approved or allowed by Jewish laws concerning food |
| 34849 |
The exhibition is a showcase for British exports. showcase an event that emphasizes the good qualities of someone or something |
| 34850 |
a comedy sketch that showcases their unique style of humour showcase to show someone or something in a way that attracts attention and emphasizes their good qualities |
| 34851 |
The team appears to be an irresistible force this season. irresistible strong or powerful and impossible to control or defeat |
| 34852 |
The arguments for a change in the law are irresistible. irresistible strong or powerful and impossible to control or defeat |
| 34853 |
The cheap loans were irresistible. irresistible impossible to refuse, not want, or not like |
| 34854 |
an irresistible smile irresistible impossible to refuse, not want, or not like |
| 34855 |
a cryptic message comment note cryptic expressing something in a mysterious or indirect way so that it is difficult to understand |
| 34856 |
The Internet itself is an outgrowth of a computer network in the US Defense Department. outgrowth something that develops from something else |
| 34857 |
There was an early-morning haze across the valley. haze water, smoke, or dust in the air that makes it difficult to see clearly |
| 34858 |
She sat by herself in a haze of nostalgic bliss. haze a situation or condition which makes it difficult for you to think clearly |
| 34859 |
caught up in a swirling vortex of emotions vortex vortex of a feeling or situation that has so much power or influence over you that you feel you are not in control |
| 34860 |
unauthorized entry into Cuban airspace airspace the sky above a particular country that is considered to belong to that country |
| 34861 |
her brilliance as a musician brilliance great skill or intelligence |
| 34862 |
the brilliance of the flames brilliance great brightness |
| 34863 |
The bomb followed a high trajectory towards its target. trajectory the high curving line in which an object such as a missile moves through the air |
| 34864 |
No one seems satisfied with the trajectory of the peace talks. trajectory the way in which a process or event develops over a period of time |
| 34865 |
International cooperation is indispensable to resolving the problem of the drug trade. indispensable difficult or impossible to exist without or to do something without |
| 34866 |
The wagon slewed around the curve and disappeared out of sight. slew to turn and move suddenly and quickly in a particular direction, or to make something move in this way |
| 34867 |
She slewed her eyes furtively from side to side. slew to turn and move suddenly and quickly in a particular direction, or to make something move in this way |
| 34868 |
a media film supermarket mogul mogul an important and powerful person in a particular activity or industry |
| 34869 |
He likes to show off his culinary skills. culinary relating to food and how to cook it |
| 34870 |
And what culinary delights do you have for us tonight? culinary culinary delights (=very good food) relating to food and how to cook it |
| 34871 |
Greg's voice was smoky and seductive. seductive sexually attractive |
| 34872 |
a seductive dress seductive sexually attractive |
| 34873 |
The arguments seem seductive at first. seductive attractive and likely to persuade you to do something that may be harmful or wrong |
| 34874 |
an economic slowdown slowdown a period when there is less activity |
| 34875 |
a slowdown in industrial activity slowdown slowdown in a period when there is less activity |
| 34876 |
sexual allure allure a special, exciting, and attractive quality that someone or something has |
| 34877 |
the allure of gambling allure allure of a special, exciting, and attractive quality that someone or something has |
| 34878 |
I was a hopelessly inept student. inept someone who is inept does not have much ability or skill |
| 34879 |
an appallingly inept performance inept used about things that are done very badly |
| 34880 |
Today we learn how the verb 'to be' conjugates. conjugate if a verb conjugates, it has different forms |
| 34881 |
a dove, the emblem of peace emblem something that is generally accepted as a symbol of a quality, idea, or principle |
| 34882 |
green wooded hillsides wooded filled with trees |
| 34883 |
a dance circus troupe troupe a group of performers, especially one that travels to different places to perform |
| 34884 |
rabid revolutionaries rabid expressing your opinions in a very strong way, or behaving in an unreasonable way in order to make a change |
| 34885 |
a discernible improvement in the patient's condition discernible able to be seen, noticed, or understood |
| 34886 |
A small boat was clearly discernible in the middle of the lake. discernible able to be seen, noticed, or understood |
| 34887 |
For him, the city was replete with memories. replete replete with full of something |
| 34888 |
I have always been one of his most fervent admirers. fervent very enthusiastic and sincere, especially about something you believe in or support |
| 34889 |
I would like to express my fervent hope for your success. fervent fervent hope belief very enthusiastic and sincere, especially about something you believe in or support |
| 34890 |
a media tycoon tycoon a rich and powerful person who is involved in business or industry |
| 34891 |
Even jaded New Yorkers were thrilled by his performance. jaded no longer enthusiastic or excited about things, especially because you have been disappointed by your many experiences of them |
| 34892 |
Pep up jaded palates with this unusual vegetable dish. jaded no longer enthusiastic or excited about things, especially because you have been disappointed by your many experiences of them |
| 34893 |
Conservatives have long regarded state intervention in the family as anathema. anathema something that you strongly dislike or strongly disagree with |
| 34894 |
The idea of working late was complete anathema to him. anathema anathema to something that you strongly dislike or strongly disagree with |
| 34895 |
Ben was frantically swatting mosquitoes with his newspaper. swat to hit something, especially an insect, with your hand or with a flat object |
| 34896 |
Since 1985 they had been fighting a bloody war of attrition with hundreds of casualties on both sides. attrition war of attrition the process of making an enemy physically and mentally weaker by continuously attacking them |
| 34897 |
Fifty volunteers left in the first year, a surprisingly high attrition rate. attrition attrition rate rate of attrition a reduction in size, numbers, or strength |
| 34898 |
celestial music celestial very good or beautiful |
| 34899 |
We live in that pink stucco house on the corner. stucco a substance used for covering walls, usually on the outside of a building, to give them a rough surface |
| 34900 |
A preponderance of the students on the course came from overseas. preponderance most of the people or things in a group |
| 34901 |
the mountain stronghold of the guerrillas stronghold a place where people fighting an enemy can defend or organize themselves |
| 34902 |
The area is no longer a Republican stronghold. stronghold a place where the majority of people have the same political or religious beliefs |
| 34903 |
Some of the smaller birds have a stronghold in the New Forest. stronghold a place where something that is no longer common can still be found |
| 34904 |
The sculpture reproduces the smooth contours of the human body. contour the shape of the outside edge of something |
| 34905 |
He has some rather idiosyncratic views about what constitutes good television. idiosyncratic idiosyncratic tendencies are unusual or strange, and not shared by other people |
| 34906 |
her own idiosyncratic style of painting idiosyncratic idiosyncratic tendencies are unusual or strange, and not shared by other people |
| 34907 |
sedentary lifestyles sedentary involving a lot of sitting and not much exercise |
| 34908 |
a sedentary office job sedentary involving a lot of sitting and not much exercise |
| 34909 |
a brash young salesman brash behaving and talking in a loud and confident way that annoys other people |
| 34910 |
Now the press has let the genie out of the bottle, the question is what happens next. genie let the genie out of the bottle to do something that causes a situation to change, so that it is no longer possible to go back to an earlier state |
| 34911 |
an interminable journey speech meeting interminable continuing for a long time in a boring or annoying way |
| 34912 |
an inflow of foreign investment inflow an amount of something such as money or goods that comes into a place |
| 34913 |
By failing to condemn the march, she was appeasing left-wing elements in the party. appease to give your opponents what they want |
| 34914 |
I knew I'd face an inquisition when I got home. inquisition a long series of difficult questions asked by someone who is very determined to get information from you |
| 34915 |
a child infant prodigy prodigy a young person who has a natural ability to do something extremely well |
| 34916 |
His damp hair was all awry. awry not in the correct position, especially not straight or tidy |
| 34917 |
The new tax is tantamount to stealing from the poor. tantamount be tantamount to something to have the same bad qualities or effect as something else |
| 34918 |
the problems confronting Africa on the cusp of the millennium cusp a time when one situation or stage ends and another begins |
| 34919 |
She was born on the cusp of Scorpio and Sagittarius. cusp on the cusp someone who was born on the cusp was born around the 21st of a month, when one sign of the zodiac ends and the next begins |
| 34920 |
an unwieldy bureaucracy system process unwieldy too big or complicated to work well |
| 34921 |
The two of them are bosom buddies. bosom bosom friend buddy pal a very close friend |
| 34922 |
Throughout his illness, he remained in the bosom of his family. bosom in the bosom of something with people who love you and will look after you |
| 34923 |
Hordes of tourists arrive in Italy every June. horde hordes of a large number of people |
| 34924 |
the arid desert landscape arid an arid place is very dry without many plants because of a lack of rain |
| 34925 |
Anna was in an arid patch in her career. arid something that is arid is not very interesting or exciting |
| 34926 |
a rather esoteric debate about European tax rules esoteric known about or understood by very few people |
| 34927 |
a vengeful and bitter ex-lover vengeful wanting or trying to harm someone because they have done something bad to you |
| 34928 |
The summit highlighted the often hostile interplay between the two countries. interplay the ways that people or things affect each other or react when they are put together |
| 34929 |
I deleted some extraneous material. extraneous not relating to the subject or situation that you are dealing with |
| 34930 |
All these factors are extraneous to our objectives. extraneous extraneous to not relating to the subject or situation that you are dealing with |
| 34931 |
Disagreements between the two parties have derailed peace talks. derail to prevent something from continuing in the way that it was planned |
| 34932 |
With regard to European defence, they accept the primacy of NATO. primacy the fact of being more powerful or important than anything else |
| 34933 |
She continued to work, apparently impervious to the midday heat. impervious impervious to not affected by something or not seeming to notice it |
| 34934 |
He carried on talking, impervious to the effect his words were having. impervious not affected by something or not seeming to notice it |
| 34935 |
His comments caused consternation among environmentalists. consternation a shocked or worried feeling, often caused when something unexpected happens |
| 34936 |
She saw to her consternation that it was already after eight. consternation to someone's consternation a shocked or worried feeling, often caused when something unexpected happens |
| 34937 |
She confounded her critics by winning the race. confound to make someone feel surprised or confused, especially by not behaving in the way they expect |
| 34938 |
This new evidence confounds your theory. confound to prove that something is wrong |
| 34939 |
We were totally confounded by her reaction. confound if you are confounded by something, you cannot understand it |
| 34940 |
recipes for the whole gamut of culinary tastes gamut the complete range of things of a particular type |
| 34941 |
Prices in the restaurants run the gamut from cheap to very expensive. gamut run the gamut (=include the widest possible range) the complete range of things of a particular type |
| 34942 |
The report finds (much to the chagrin of male drivers) that women are generally safer behind the wheel than men. chagrin to someone's chagrin a feeling of being very annoyed, disappointed, or embarrassed |
| 34943 |
a seafood platter platter a meal with a particular type of food, served on a large plate in a restaurant |
| 34944 |
He's the kind of rich kid who's had everything given to him on a silver platter. platter on a (silver) platter if something is given to you on a silver platter, you do not have to do much in order to get it |
| 34945 |
The village is a microcosm of rural Turkish life. microcosm microcosm of something small that contains or represents all the features or qualities of something larger |
| 34946 |
A particular stratum of society may be politically dominant. stratum a group or class in society |
| 34947 |
prodigious feats of bravery prodigious very great or impressive |
| 34948 |
his prodigious memory prodigious very great or impressive |
| 34949 |
Cardenas was elected mayor in a landslide last May. landslide a situation in which a person or political party wins an election by a very big majority |
| 34950 |
Her party won a landslide victory in the 1990 general election. landslide landslide victory win a situation in which a person or political party wins an election by a very big majority |
| 34951 |
He was ordered to make restitution to his victim. restitution make restitution (to someone for something) payment or services that you provide someone with because you have done something bad or illegal to them |
| 34952 |
The dog whimpered pitifully. whimper to make small sounds of pain, fear, or sadness |
| 34953 |
'I want my mummy,' the child whimpered. whimper to say something in a voice that expresses pain, fear, or sadness |
| 34954 |
She gave a little whimper of protest. whimper a small sound of pain, fear, or sadness |
| 34955 |
The office was extremely tidy; efficiency was the keyword. keyword a word that represents the main feature or idea of something |
| 34956 |
In the Search box, put in the keyword 'flights'. keyword a word that you type on a computer keyboard in order to find information about a particular subject |
| 34957 |
In this context, the word 'provincial' has pejorative overtones. pejorative a pejorative word, phrase etc expresses criticism or a bad opinion of someone or something |
| 34958 |
a dour industrial city dour not pleasant, interesting, or exciting |
| 34959 |
a compendium of herbal medicine compendium a detailed collection of information on a particular subject, especially in a short book |
| 34960 |
India's population now surpasses that of Africa. surpass to be better or greater than something else |
| 34961 |
Winning the gold medal surpassed my wildest dreams. surpass to be even better than what was expected or hoped for |
| 34962 |
a plant with large showy flowers showy brightly coloured and attractive |
| 34963 |
a showy ring showy big and expensive in a way that seems ugly |
| 34964 |
He was captured, and his army was routed. rout to completely defeat someone in a battle, competition, or election |
| 34965 |
His goal completed the rout in the 85th minute. rout a complete defeat of an opponent in a battle, competition, or election |
| 34966 |
Pop music is an important part of the youth subculture. subculture a group of people whose beliefs and ways of behaving make them different from the rest of society |
| 34967 |
his customary military garb garb a particular type of clothing, for example clothing that shows your situation in life or the work that you do |
| 34968 |
an incendiary device bomb incendiary designed for the purpose of causing a fire |
| 34969 |
incendiary statements incendiary likely to cause anger or violence |
| 34970 |
She is a consummate politician. consummate showing great skill at doing something |
| 34971 |
It was a demanding part that Collins played with consummate ease. consummate showing great skill at doing something |
| 34972 |
The boxer finally acknowledged paternity of the child following a bitter court case. paternity the fact of being the father of a child |
| 34973 |
I was in a quandary about whether to tell him or not. quandary be in a quandary to be not certain what decision to take about something |
| 34974 |
facile conclusions facile too simple to deal with the difficulties of a real situation |
| 34975 |
Viva her majesty! viva used before the name of someone or something to show that you support them |
| 34976 |
the precipitous staircase precipitous very high and steep |
| 34977 |
a precipitous decline in population precipitous happening more quickly than expected |
| 34978 |
Until now no one had been able to disprove the theory. disprove to prove that something is not correct or true |
| 34979 |
the elemental presence of the landscape elemental powerful and basic, especially because of being connected with the forces of nature |
| 34980 |
elemental carbon elemental consisting of a simple chemical element |
| 34981 |
Relations between them remained cordial. cordial friendly |
| 34982 |
a hospitable environment hospitable providing the conditions that something needs to exist in a place |
| 34983 |
Check that the rope is taut before climbing. taut stretched tight |
| 34984 |
taut muscles legs taut a taut body is firm with strong muscles and little fat |
| 34985 |
a taut reply taut used about something such as a voice or expression that shows someone is nervous or angry |
| 34986 |
There was a loud explosion, followed by a plume of thick black smoke. plume a long narrow cloud of dust, smoke etc that moves upwards |
| 34987 |
seismic activity seismic relating to earthquakes |
| 34988 |
a seismic shift in people's attitudes seismic causing a very great change in a situation |
| 34989 |
the feline population feline connected with cats or other members of the cat family |
| 34990 |
a leading exponent of free trade exponent exponent of someone who tries to persuade other people to support an idea, theory, political plan etc |
| 34991 |
the leading exponent of this style of architecture exponent exponent of someone who is very good at a particular skill or activity and is an example to other people |
| 34992 |
Muslim clerics cleric a leader of any religion |
| 34993 |
a glacial wind glacial extremely cold |
| 34994 |
She gave him a glacial look. glacial showing that you are angry or unfriendly |
| 34995 |
The plot moves at a glacial pace. glacial extremely slow |
| 34996 |
a glacial lake glacial created by glaciers millions of years ago |
| 34997 |
Visitors can meander through 100,000 square feet of exhibition space. meander meander along through about to move slowly without a particular direction or purpose in mind |
| 34998 |
go for a meander through the village streets meander |
| 34999 |
He surmised that her flight was delayed. surmise to guess that something is true, when you do not have enough information to prove that it is true |
| 35000 |
She was the epitome of fashionable elegance. epitome the epitome of the best possible example of a particular type of person or thing |
| 35001 |
Jensen called the verdict a travesty of justice. travesty a situation, action, or event that shocks you because it is very different from what it should be or because it seems very unfair |
| 35002 |
a singer who has reinvented herself many times during her career reinvent reinvent yourself to change the way that you behave or the things that you do so that people think of you as a different kind of person |
| 35003 |
The interruption gave him time to regain his composure. composure the feeling of being calm, confident, and relaxed |
| 35004 |
Hundreds of children end up in hospital after some preventable mishap. mishap a minor mistake or accident |
| 35005 |
All six rocket launches that year went off without mishap. mishap without mishap a minor mistake or accident |
| 35006 |
Garnish the fish with lemon slices. garnish garnish something with something to add something to a dish of food to make it look more attractive |
| 35007 |
Use some of the parsley as a garnish. garnish something that you add to a dish of food to make it look more attractive |
| 35008 |
We ate by candlelight. candlelight the light from a burning candle |
| 35009 |
The right-wing press was waging a vendetta against the mayor. vendetta vendetta against a situation in which someone has angry and negative feelings towards someone else and keeps trying to harm them or to cause problems for them |
| 35010 |
The killing appeared to be part of a gangland vendetta. vendetta a situation in which one group or family tries to kill or harm another because of harm that the other group did to them previously, especially when this continues for a long time |
| 35011 |
scholastic achievement scholastic connected with schools, teaching, or studying |
| 35012 |
slivers of glass sliver sliver of a small thin piece of something |
| 35013 |
a sliver of cheese sliver a small thin piece of something |
| 35014 |
A sliver of light fell across Sue's bed. sliver a small thin piece of something |
| 35015 |
There was just a small sliver of hope that he would be found alive. sliver a small amount of a quality |
| 35016 |
She added as an afterthought, 'I liked him though.' afterthought something that you think of and say after you have finished speaking |
| 35017 |
This part of the palace is little more than an afterthought. afterthought something that happens or is done later than something else |
| 35018 |
an oddball film oddball |
| 35019 |
The public seems to have an insatiable appetite for celebrity gossip. insatiable always wanting more and never feeling satisfied |
| 35020 |
vestiges of snow melting in the sun vestige vestige of a very small sign of something that has almost disappeared or stopped existing |
| 35021 |
Their goal is to increase the pace of change, and wipe out the remaining vestiges of apartheid. vestige a very small sign of something that has almost disappeared or stopped existing |
| 35022 |
As the judge's sentence was read out, West showed no vestige of emotion. vestige vestige of a very small amount of a feeling or quality |
| 35023 |
She has always had a voracious appetite for reading. voracious a voracious appetite for something very keen to learn or to do something |
| 35024 |
the voracious music industry voracious willing to do anything in order to get money or gain an advantage |
| 35025 |
a trail of wanton destruction wanton causing harm or damage for no reason |
| 35026 |
He devised what he thought was a foolproof plan. foolproof a foolproof method, plan, or system is so well designed that it cannot go wrong or is certain to succeed |
| 35027 |
He never raised his voice or scolded me unfairly. scold to criticize someone, especially a child, severely and usually angrily for something they have done wrong |
| 35028 |
an increasingly interdependent global economy interdependent things that are interdependent are related to one another in such a close way that each one needs the others in order to exist |
| 35029 |
a tactile sensation tactile concerning the sense of touch |
| 35030 |
unwitting prejudice unwitting not conscious or deliberate |
| 35031 |
serpentine country lanes serpentine full of bends and twists |
| 35032 |
a surfeit of gossip surfeit a surfeit of something too much of something |
| 35033 |
a surfeit of wine surfeit a surfeit of something too much of something |
| 35034 |
an amorphous mass of buildings and highways amorphous with no clear shape, design, or structure |
| 35035 |
The room had a musty smell. musty smelling unpleasant and not fresh |
| 35036 |
'Leave me alone!' he cried, trying to squirm free. squirm to move by twisting and turning in a small space |
| 35037 |
None of the family had been inoculated against diphtheria. inoculate inoculate someone against something to protect someone against a particular disease by injecting a medicine containing a small amount of the disease into them, so that their body becomes immune to it |
| 35038 |
They were requested to desist from carrying out further experiments. desist to stop doing something |
| 35039 |
The company was on the brink of a financial abyss. abyss a very frightening or dangerous situation, or one in which there seems to be no hope |
| 35040 |
a circumspect response circumspect thinking carefully about something before you say or do it |
| 35041 |
Officials were very circumspect about possible causes of the accident. circumspect circumspect about thinking carefully about something before you say or do it |
| 35042 |
He was the sort of politician whom people gravitated towards. gravitate to be attracted to someone and go to be with them |
| 35043 |
Customers gravitate to the products that best reflect their social status. gravitate gravitate to towards to be interested in something and want to do it or to have it |
| 35044 |
a gargantuan appetite gargantuan extremely big |
| 35045 |
The judge has the power to order a retrial. retrial a second trial in a court of law that takes place because the first trial was considered not to be fair or ended without a verdict |
| 35046 |
jet propulsion propulsion the force that moves or pushes something forward |
| 35047 |
a backstreet abortion backstreet done secretly or illegally by people who are not very skilful |
| 35048 |
The kids were trying to outdo each other. outdo to be better than someone else at doing something |
| 35049 |
John offered me a drink and, not to be outdone, Jake found me a chair. outdo not to be outdone used for saying that someone is trying to prove that they can do something as well as or better than someone else |
| 35050 |
He's a great cook anyway and he really outdid himself, preparing us a five-course Asian meal. outdo outdo yourself to make a great effort with the result that you do something much better than you usually do it |
| 35051 |
Caffeine is known to have a diuretic effect. diuretic |
| 35052 |
fern palm fronds frond a large long leaf divided into many narrow sections |
| 35053 |
an actor without even a modicum of talent modicum a modicum of something a small amount of something, especially a good quality |
| 35054 |
The letter was written in cipher. cipher in cipher (=using a cipher) a secret system of writing, used for sending messages so that no one can understand them unless they know the system |
| 35055 |
He was only a cipher. cipher someone who has no power, or who is not important |
| 35056 |
contraband cigarettes and alcohol contraband goods that are brought into or taken out of a country illegally |
| 35057 |
vicarious pleasure vicarious experienced through the actions of other people |
| 35058 |
Police set up roadblocks in an attempt to capture Dutroux. roadblock a part of a road where police or soldiers stop traffic, especially to make checks |
| 35059 |
The issue is still a major roadblock in the negotiations. roadblock something that stops someone from making progress |
| 35060 |
The players tussled with each other for the ball. tussle to fight or argue with someone, especially because you are both trying to get something |
| 35061 |
a warlike speech warlike showing that you are ready or likely to start an attack |
| 35062 |
A group of noisy protesters were ejected from the meeting. eject eject someone from something to make someone leave a place, especially using physical force |
| 35063 |
a transverse arch transverse placed sideways or at an angle across something |
| 35064 |
The company was chided for its lack of original research. chide chide someone for something to criticize someone, or to speak to them in an angry way because you think their behaviour is wrong |
| 35065 |
I now see that my obstinate refusal caused problems for everyone. obstinate not willing to be reasonable and change your plans, ideas, or behaviour |
| 35066 |
This soap will remove the most obstinate stains. obstinate difficult to remove |
| 35067 |
Jenny stuck obstinately to her original plan. obstinate |
| 35068 |
Politics can create some strange bedfellows. bedfellow someone or something that is connected with another person or thing in some way, often unexpectedly |
| 35069 |
'OK,' she said, feigning indifference. feign to pretend to have a particular feeling |
| 35070 |
It will be an opportunity to expound the ideas he has been developing. expound to explain something or to express your opinion about it in detail |
| 35071 |
He continued to expound on the failings of our educational system. expound expound on upon to explain something or to express your opinion about it in detail |
| 35072 |
Both parents were addicted to narcotics. narcotic any illegal drug, especially one that is addictive (=that someone depends on) |
| 35073 |
narcotics abuse (=taking illegal drugs) narcotic relating to illegal drugs |
| 35074 |
narcotics trafficking (=selling narcotics) narcotic relating to illegal drugs |
| 35075 |
a narcotic drug effect narcotic able to make you feel less pain and help you sleep |
| 35076 |
narcotic drugs narcotic relating to a narcotic, especially when used illegally |
| 35077 |
immemorial hills immemorial going back to a time that is so long ago that no one can remember it |
| 35078 |
the forces that have governed people's lives from time immemorial immemorial from since time immemorial for an extremely long time |
| 35079 |
The coffee had a milky froth on top. froth a mass of small air bubbles that form on the surface of a liquid |
| 35080 |
Most of the shows on TV are froth and trivia. froth something that seems pleasant or enjoyable, although it has no useful purpose or importance |
| 35081 |
Beneath his chin was a froth of lace. froth a froth of something a large amount of something soft, light, and delicate |
| 35082 |
The sea heaved and frothed as the winds rose. froth if a liquid froths, or if you froth it, small air bubbles form on its surface |
| 35083 |
She fell to the floor, frothing at the mouth. froth froth at the mouth if a person or animal froths, froth comes from their mouth, especially because they are ill |
| 35084 |
Having to wait even a minute always makes him froth at the mouth. froth froth at the mouth to be very annoyed, upset, or excited about something |
| 35085 |
We may have to jettison some parts of the business. jettison to get rid of something that is not useful or successful |
| 35086 |
A storm forced them to jettison most of the cargo. jettison to throw goods, equipment, or fuel from a ship or plane in order to make it lighter and less likely to sink or crash |
| 35087 |
We must have phoned umpteen times but never got a reply. umpteen a lot of |
| 35088 |
'Stop worrying,' she told herself for the umpteenth time. umpteen |
| 35089 |
Keegan's team is being slowly and painfully dismembered. dismember to take away important parts of a country, organization, or system so that it can no longer continue to exist or be successful |
| 35090 |
a predilection for silly love songs predilection a feeling that you like something, especially something a little unusual |
| 35091 |
The role of the committee is to disburse grants to needy students. disburse to pay out money from a fund |
| 35092 |
Siphon off all excess liquid. siphon to move liquid from one container to another through a tube |
| 35093 |
They had siphoned off millions of pounds into their personal accounts. siphon to move money from one bank account to another, especially illegally or dishonestly |
| 35094 |
a bureaucratic monolith monolith a large and very powerful organization or system that is not willing to change |
| 35095 |
a monolithic nationalized industry monolith |
| 35096 |
a monolithic fortress monolith |
| 35097 |
We weren't allowed to talk during mealtimes. mealtime a time when you eat a meal |
| 35098 |
The FBI had a dossier on him. dossier dossier on a set of documents about a person or situation |
| 35099 |
a dossier of police evidence dossier dossier of a set of documents about a person or situation |
| 35100 |
a zany character idea film zany strange or unusual in a funny way |
| 35101 |
their barbarous treatment of prisoners barbarous extremely violent and cruel |
| 35102 |
Some witnesses claim they signed their statements under duress. duress under duress force or threats that make someone do something they do not want to |
| 35103 |
The boy scampered up the tree like a squirrel. scamper scamper up across along to move quickly with small light steps |
| 35104 |
Mandy was the only person who deigned to speak to him. deign if someone deigns to do something, they do it but in a way that shows they are not willing |
| 35105 |
The roast was burnt to a cinder. cinder burnt to a cinder (=burnt very badly) a small piece of something that has been burnt almost completely |
| 35106 |
upland farming upland relating to or living in an area of high land |
| 35107 |
a smudgy photograph smudge |
| 35108 |
an inveterate liar gambler critic inveterate always doing a particular thing, especially something bad, and unlikely to change |
| 35109 |
an incorrigible flirt incorrigible someone who is incorrigible does bad things or has bad habits and will not change |
| 35110 |
a vaulting ambition vaulting very determined |
| 35111 |
She brushed them aside with a peremptory gesture. peremptory speaking or behaving rather rudely, as if you expect other people to obey you immediately |
| 35112 |
our inborn instinct for survival inborn something that is inborn has existed in you since you were born |
| 35113 |
It's been too cold for seeds to germinate properly. germinate to develop from a seed and begin to grow into a plant, or to make a seed develop in this way |
| 35114 |
A sense of unease began to germinate in the group. germinate if an idea or feeling germinates, it develops from something very small |
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