Lesson 81 Details
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Lesson 81 - Mask Toggle

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Expression Meaning Example Sentence
#2400
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geek out over
phrasal-verb
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to get very excited discussing a favorite topic
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We geek out over new space missions every Friday livestream.

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#2401
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code around
phrasal-verb
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to find a software workaround for a problem
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Engineers code around the bug until an official patch ships.

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#2402
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hash through
phrasal-verb
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to discuss something thoroughly to reach clarity
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Let's hash through the ethics policy before we publish.

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#2403
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air issues out
phrasal-verb
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to talk openly about problems to resolve them
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Teams air issues out during retros so nothing lingers.

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#2404
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call for backup
phrasal-verb
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to request extra help in a challenging situation
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Editors call for backup when breaking news floods in overnight.

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#2405
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tune in for
phrasal-verb
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to watch or listen to something at a scheduled time
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Millions tune in for the morning science segment online.

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#2406
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stand your ground
phrasal-verb
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to refuse to change your position when challenged
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She stands her ground on fair reporting standards.

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#2407
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find common ground with
phrasal-verb
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to identify shared interests so cooperation is easier
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Negotiators find common ground with each side before drafting terms.

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#2408
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build trust with
phrasal-verb
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to strengthen confidence between people
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Leaders build trust with teams by sharing progress early.

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#2409
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double source
phrasal-verb
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to confirm information with at least two independent sources
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Reporters double source sensitive claims before airing them.

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#2410
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puzzle over
phrasal-verb
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to try to understand something that is confusing
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He puzzled over the strange message all night.

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#2411
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question over
phrasal-verb
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to express doubt or uncertainty about something
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There’s been a lot of questions over the accuracy of that report.

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#2412
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queue up
phrasal-verb
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to wait in line for something
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People queued up outside the store for the Black Friday sale.

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#2413
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quote from
phrasal-verb
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to repeat words from a person or source in speech or writing
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The news anchor quoted from the Prime Minister’s statement.

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#2414
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rack up
phrasal-verb
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to accumulate or achieve something, such as points or awards
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She has racked up several awards for her outstanding work.

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#2415
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radiate happiness
phrasal-verb
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to clearly show happiness or joy through your appearance or behavior
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The bride radiated happiness throughout the ceremony.

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#2416
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raise awareness about
phrasal-verb
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to increase public understanding or concern about an issue
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The campaign aims to raise awareness about climate change.

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#2417
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raise concern about
phrasal-verb
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to express worry or doubt about an issue
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Activists raised concern about the pollution levels in the river.

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#2418
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raise consciousness about
phrasal-verb
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to make people more aware of an issue or cause
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The campaign aims to raise consciousness about climate change.

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#2419
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rake in profits
phrasal-verb
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to earn a large amount of money easily or quickly
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The company raked in huge profits after its new product launch.

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#2420
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lean into uncertainty
phrasal-verb
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to accept and embrace the unknown aspects of change
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Successful leaders lean into uncertainty rather than fear it.

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#2421
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lean on
phrasal-verb
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to depend on someone for emotional or physical support
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You can always lean on me when things get tough.

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#2422
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lean on courage
phrasal-verb
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to rely on one’s inner strength during fear
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He learned to lean on courage instead of fear.

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#2423
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lean on each other
phrasal-verb
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to rely on teammates for help or support
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In challenging projects, we often lean on each other for motivation.

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#2424
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lean on for support
phrasal-verb
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to rely on someone for help or encouragement
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We can always lean on our teammates for support during tough times.

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#2425
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lean on friends
phrasal-verb
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to depend on friends for emotional support
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When life gets tough, don’t be afraid to lean on friends.

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#2426
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lean toward
phrasal-verb
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to show preference or support for one option or side
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Most countries lean toward multilateral cooperation.

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#2427
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lean towards
phrasal-verb
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to tend to support or prefer one suggestion over another
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I lean towards your idea because it’s more practical.

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#2428
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lean upon
phrasal-verb
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to rely on someone for emotional or physical support
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You can lean upon me whenever you feel down.

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#2429
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lean within
phrasal-verb
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to rely on your inner strength or wisdom
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During tough times, she chose to lean within for guidance.

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