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a heavy heart

Meaning
a feeling of deep sadness or sorrow
Example
She left her hometown with a heavy heart.
idiom

face the music

Meaning
to accept criticism or punishment for something you have done
Example
You made a mistake, and now you have to face the music.
idiom

call it a day

Meaning
to stop working for the day
Example
Let’s call it a day and go home.
phrasal-verb

steer someone toward

Meaning
to guide a person toward a helpful choice
Example
Mentors steer interns toward roles that match their strengths.
idiom

bail out

Meaning
to release someone from jail after paying bail money
Example
His family managed to bail him out after two days.
idiom

hand off to

Meaning
to transfer responsibility or control to someone else
Example
I’ll hand this off to the design team tomorrow.
idiom

hang out with

Meaning
to spend time with friends
Example
We usually hang out with our classmates after school.
idiom

a match made in heaven

Meaning
a perfect couple, very well suited for each other
Example
They are truly a match made in heaven.
phrasal-verb

dry out

Meaning
to become completely dry after being wet
Example
The ground will dry out once the sun comes up.
idiom

fall through the cracks

Meaning
to be overlooked or neglected
Example
I forgot to follow up on his application and it fell through the cracks.
phrasal-verb

dream beyond

Meaning
to imagine or aim for something greater than what seems possible
Example
To make a difference, you must dream beyond limits.
phrasal-verb

lash into

Meaning
to criticize someone angrily
Example
The teacher lashed into the students for being noisy.
phrasal-verb

point inside

Meaning
to indicate something within an area or container
Example
He pointed inside the box to show the contents.
idiom

new lease on life

Meaning
a chance to live or start something again after a period of difficulty
Example
Winning the award gave her a new lease on life.
idiom

steal the spotlight

Meaning
to get all the attention, often taking it away from someone else
Example
The little girl stole the spotlight at the wedding with her adorable dance.
idiom

Cross the Rubicon

Meaning
To make an irreversible decision or take a step from which there is no turning back.
Example
By quitting his job, he crossed the Rubicon and committed to his startup dream.
idiom

carry over

Meaning
to transfer something to a later time or place
Example
We’ll carry over the unused vacation days to next year.
phrasal-verb

fight against

Meaning
to oppose or resist something harmful or unjust
Example
We must fight against discrimination in every form.
phrasal-verb

bottle under

Meaning
to collapse mentally or emotionally due to pressure
Example
He finally bottled under the pressure of constant deadlines.
idiom

carry the weight of the world

Meaning
to take on a lot of responsibility
Example
John felt like he had to carry the weight of the world on his shoulders at work.
idiom

at each other’s throats

Meaning
to be in constant conflict or fighting
Example
The two brothers were at each other’s throats all day.
idiom

fall short

Meaning
to fail to meet expectations or standards
Example
His efforts fell short of what was needed to win the competition.
idiom

move mountains

Meaning
to achieve something very difficult
Example
With determination, you can move mountains.
idiom

under the gun

Meaning
under pressure to perform or complete something
Example
We were under the gun to meet the deadline for the report.
idiom

pay through the nose

Meaning
to pay a very high price for something
Example
We paid through the nose for that concert ticket.
idiom

helicopter parent

Meaning
a parent who is overly involved in their child’s life
Example
She’s a bit of a helicopter parent, always watching over her kids.
idiom

the show must go on

Meaning
to continue despite difficulties
Example
Even after the power went out, the actors knew the show must go on.
phrasal-verb

talk it over

Meaning
to discuss something to solve a problem or misunderstanding
Example
Let’s talk it over and clear things up.
phrasal-verb

stay up late

Meaning
to go to bed later than usual, often to study
Example
Many students stay up late studying before exams.
phrasal-verb

follow on from

Meaning
to happen or result from something that was done earlier
Example
This report follows on from our last quarter’s findings.
phrasal-verb

grow stronger

Meaning
to become emotionally tougher after hardship
Example
Every challenge helps you grow stronger emotionally.
phrasal-verb

recover confidence

Meaning
to regain belief in oneself after failure
Example
It took months for him to recover confidence after the rejection.
idiom

corner office

Meaning
a symbol of success or high position in a company
Example
Everyone dreams of getting the corner office one day.
phrasal-verb

bring up for discussion

Meaning
to introduce a topic for polite debate or talk
Example
I’d like to bring up for discussion the new proposal everyone received.
idiom

top-notch

Meaning
of the highest quality; excellent
Example
Your presentation was absolutely top-notch.
phrasal-verb

go past

Meaning
to move beyond a particular place or object
Example
Go past the supermarket and you’ll find the library on the left.
phrasal-verb

roll in profits

Meaning
to start earning a large amount of money
Example
After launching the new app, profits began to roll in quickly.
phrasal-verb

log out of

Meaning
to exit a website or online account safely
Example
Don’t forget to log out of your account when you finish your class.
phrasal-verb

find for

Meaning
to support or rule in favor of someone (usually in a legal case)
Example
The court found for the defendant after reviewing the evidence.
phrasal-verb

set out plans

Meaning
to explain or describe plans in detail
Example
The finance minister set out plans to boost national growth.
phrasal-verb

set up for

Meaning
to prepare or arrange something for an event
Example
They started to set up for the cultural fair early in the morning.
idiom

cry one’s heart out

Meaning
to cry very hard due to sadness
Example
She cried her heart out after the breakup.
phrasal-verb

set up a meeting

Meaning
to arrange a meeting or appointment
Example
Can you set up a meeting with the marketing team tomorrow?
idiom

at the crossroads

Meaning
facing a decision or choice
Example
I’m at the crossroads in my career right now.
phrasal-verb

build upon innovation

Meaning
to use existing innovations as a foundation for further progress
Example
Nations must build upon innovation to drive sustainable development.
phrasal-verb

sign in to

Meaning
to enter a username and password to access an account
Example
Please sign in to your account before starting the quiz.
phrasal-verb

back away from blame

Meaning
to avoid putting blame on others or oneself during a disagreement
Example
It’s wise to back away from blame and focus on solutions.
phrasal-verb

step into strength

Meaning
to embrace one’s confidence and power despite fear
Example
She decided to step into strength and face her fears.
idiom

glance over

Meaning
to read something quickly
Example
Can you glance over the memo before we send it?
phrasal-verb

pass on to

Meaning
to give information or a message to someone else
Example
Could you pass this on to the manager before lunch?
phrasal-verb

bring forward a resolution

Meaning
to formally present a proposal or resolution for discussion
Example
The delegate brought forward a resolution on global peace and cooperation.
phrasal-verb

stand together

Meaning
to unite and act as one in support of a cause
Example
Communities must stand together to fight social injustice.
idiom

sell someone out

Meaning
to betray someone for personal gain
Example
He sold me out to save himself.
phrasal-verb

vote out

Meaning
to remove someone from office by voting against them
Example
Citizens voted out the corrupt officials in the last election.
idiom

level playing field

Meaning
a fair situation where everyone has equal chances
Example
The new rules create a level playing field for all teams.
phrasal-verb

build in

Meaning
to include something as a part of a system or process
Example
Our company has built in flexibility to adapt to market changes.
idiom

fulfill one's obligations

Meaning
to complete or carry out one's duties
Example
He always tries to fulfill his obligations to his clients.
phrasal-verb

scrub off

Meaning
to remove dirt or stains by rubbing hard
Example
You need to scrub off that grease from the pan.
phrasal-verb

throw around

Meaning
to use something carelessly; to discuss casually
Example
People often throw around big words without understanding them.
phrasal-verb

post up

Meaning
to upload or share something online
Example
She posted up her vacation photos on Facebook.
phrasal-verb

get away

Meaning
to go somewhere for a short vacation; to escape from daily routine
Example
We’re planning to get away for the weekend to relax.
idiom

fall head over heels for someone

Meaning
to fall deeply in love with someone
Example
He fell head over heels for her the moment they met.
phrasal-verb

shore up confidence

Meaning
to support or strengthen belief and trust in the economy
Example
The government announced new reforms to shore up confidence in financial markets.
idiom

make a fortune

Meaning
to earn a lot of money
Example
She made a fortune selling handmade jewelry online.
idiom

patch over

Meaning
to cover up a problem without truly fixing it
Example
We can’t just patch over the security flaws.
phrasal-verb

result in

Meaning
to cause something to happen
Example
The lack of data resulted in an incomplete analysis.
phrasal-verb

snow under

Meaning
to be overwhelmed by too much work or snow
Example
We were completely snowed under during the winter storm.
phrasal-verb

delve into

Meaning
to explore something deeply and thoroughly
Example
The paper delves into the social implications of the policy.
idiom

cover all the angles

Meaning
to examine a story or issue from every perspective
Example
The journalist tried to cover all the angles before publishing the article.
idiom

warp speed

Meaning
very high speed; extremely fast progress
Example
The project is moving at warp speed now.
phrasal-verb

bring in sustainability goals

Meaning
to introduce new environmental or social targets
Example
The firm plans to bring in sustainability goals for all departments.
phrasal-verb

churn out

Meaning
to produce something quickly and in large amounts, often without much quality
Example
The company has been churning out reports all week.
phrasal-verb

blow over

Meaning
to become less serious and eventually end without major harm
Example
Most small arguments blow over with time.
idiom

Take your chances

Meaning
To try something despite uncertainty.
Example
He decided to take his chances and apply for the international scholarship.
phrasal-verb

boost consumer confidence

Meaning
to increase public trust in the economy
Example
Lower interest rates can boost consumer confidence and spending.
idiom

beyond one’s grasp

Meaning
too difficult to understand or achieve
Example
Quantum physics is beyond my grasp right now.
idiom

Bet your bottom dollar

Meaning
To be very sure or confident about something.
Example
You can bet your bottom dollar that he’ll show up late again.
idiom

cut and dry

Meaning
clear and straightforward; no room for confusion
Example
The decision wasn’t as cut and dry as they expected.
idiom

feel on top of the world

Meaning
to feel very happy and healthy
Example
After recovering from the flu, I felt on top of the world.
phrasal-verb

build self-discipline

Meaning
to develop control over one’s actions and emotions
Example
He started to build self-discipline by waking up early every day.
phrasal-verb

breathe into peace

Meaning
to inhale deeply while focusing on peace and calmness
Example
Close your eyes and breathe into peace to relax your mind.
phrasal-verb

work around obstacles

Meaning
to find alternative ways to complete a task despite difficulties
Example
The team managed to work around obstacles to meet the deadline.
phrasal-verb

step back from

Meaning
to distance yourself to view a situation more clearly
Example
It helps to step back from the situation before making a decision.
phrasal-verb

fit into

Meaning
to become part of a group or situation easily; to adjust to a new environment
Example
It took me a few weeks to fit into the new office culture.
phrasal-verb

own up to mistakes

Meaning
to admit errors openly so they can be fixed
Example
Good leaders own up to mistakes before they snowball.
idiom

can of worms

Meaning
a complex problem that may cause more trouble once started
Example
AI bias is a can of worms that’s hard to fix.
idiom

brighten up your day

Meaning
to make someone feel happier
Example
Her smile can brighten up your day instantly.
phrasal-verb

file under pressure

Meaning
to deliver reports quickly despite stress
Example
She can file under pressure while live updates keep coming.
idiom

long story short

Meaning
to summarize something briefly
Example
Long story short, we missed the train.
phrasal-verb

build out

Meaning
to expand or develop infrastructure or capacity
Example
They are working hard to build out their cloud platform.
phrasal-verb

phase in reforms

Meaning
to introduce changes gradually over time
Example
The administration plans to phase in reforms in the tax system.
phrasal-verb

drop out of

Meaning
to leave school or university before finishing a course
Example
He dropped out of college to start his own business.
idiom

sound off

Meaning
to express an opinion loudly or strongly
Example
Feel free to sound off during the feedback session.
idiom

Cook up a story

Meaning
To invent a false story.
Example
He cooked up a story to explain why he was late.
phrasal-verb

reflect on

Meaning
to think deeply about your emotions, actions, or experiences
Example
He often reflects on how much he has changed over the years.
idiom

off the hook

Meaning
to be free from blame or responsibility for something
Example
He was off the hook after his friend confessed.
idiom

tide over

Meaning
to help someone through a difficult period
Example
A short-term loan will tide us over until the invoices are paid.
idiom

a cut above

Meaning
better than others; superior in quality or ability
Example
Her work is a cut above the rest.
phrasal-verb

shift to

Meaning
to move or change focus, method, or responsibility
Example
Our company plans to shift to a hybrid work model.
idiom

take by surprise

Meaning
to catch someone off guard; to surprise unexpectedly
Example
The sudden rain took us by surprise.
phrasal-verb

recover lost ground

Meaning
to regain previous progress or position after a decline
Example
The stock market quickly recovered lost ground after the policy announcement.
phrasal-verb

sing along

Meaning
to sing together with a recording or performer
Example
Everyone sang along when the band played their favorite song.
phrasal-verb

lie down

Meaning
to rest or sleep in a flat position
Example
I’m so tired; I think I’ll lie down for a bit.
idiom

drift apart

Meaning
to slowly become less close or connected over time
Example
After college, they gradually drifted apart.
phrasal-verb

cut through

Meaning
to move quickly through something; to make something easier to understand
Example
The boat cut through the calm water easily.
idiom

have a way with words

Meaning
to be very good at persuading or charming people with speech
Example
He has a way with words that makes everyone listen.
phrasal-verb

collide with

Meaning
to crash into something or someone
Example
Two motorcycles collided with each other at the intersection.
phrasal-verb

turn down

Meaning
to reject or refuse something
Example
The minister turned down the proposal for increasing taxes.
phrasal-verb

testify against

Meaning
to give evidence in court against someone
Example
The witness agreed to testify against the accused.
idiom

hard sell

Meaning
an aggressive or forceful sales approach
Example
Customers today dislike the hard sell approach.
phrasal-verb

drop notes in

Meaning
to leave short messages in a shared space
Example
I drop notes in the chat when I finish each checklist item.
phrasal-verb

call for

Meaning
to demand or request something publicly
Example
The citizens called for fair elections and transparency.
idiom

grow by leaps and bounds

Meaning
to grow or improve very quickly
Example
The company has grown by leaps and bounds in the last year.
phrasal-verb

carry yourself with

Meaning
to present yourself in a confident and dignified way
Example
He always carries himself with confidence and calmness.
phrasal-verb

filter through for

Meaning
to sift carefully to find specific items
Example
Editors filter through for reliable sources before running a story.
idiom

On a shoestring budget

Meaning
To live or do something with very little money.
Example
They traveled across Asia on a shoestring budget.
phrasal-verb

hold back anger

Meaning
to control one’s temper during conflict
Example
He tried to hold back anger while listening to the criticism.
idiom

give someone a piece of your mind

Meaning
to express your opinion strongly, especially when criticizing someone
Example
She gave him a piece of her mind after the argument.
phrasal-verb

work out to

Meaning
to calculate or come to a certain amount
Example
The total cost works out to about $200.
phrasal-verb

turn around

Meaning
to improve a situation or make something successful again
Example
The new leader helped turn around the company’s declining performance.
idiom

Go all out

Meaning
To use all your energy and resources to achieve something.
Example
They went all out to make the event a success.