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phrasal-verb

apply for

Meaning
to make a formal request for a job or position
Example
She decided to apply for the marketing manager position at the new company.
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shore up reserves

Meaning
to strengthen or support financial reserves
Example
The central bank moved to shore up reserves by buying foreign currency.
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easy does it

Meaning
used to tell someone to be careful and patient
Example
Easy does it, don’t rush the process.
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throw your hat in the ring

Meaning
to show interest in something, especially a competition or challenge
Example
I decided to throw my hat in the ring and apply for the leadership role.
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show appreciation for

Meaning
to demonstrate that you value something
Example
We should show appreciation for the team’s hard work.
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for what it’s worth

Meaning
used to introduce an opinion that may or may not be useful
Example
For what it’s worth, I think you did the right thing.
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turn away

Meaning
to refuse entry or acceptance; to move away from something
Example
The guard turned away people without tickets.
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think outside boundaries

Meaning
to think creatively without restrictions or limitations
Example
Designers must think outside boundaries to stay innovative.
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follow a routine

Meaning
to do the same set of activities regularly
Example
If you follow a routine, you’ll build good habits over time.
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have a whale of a time

Meaning
to have an extremely enjoyable time
Example
We had a whale of a time at the beach party.
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drop a line

Meaning
to send someone a short message or note
Example
Please drop me a line when you arrive safely.
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have it out

Meaning
to talk openly about a disagreement to resolve it
Example
They decided to have it out instead of staying angry.
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bridge cultural gaps

Meaning
to reduce misunderstanding or distance between cultures
Example
Education can bridge cultural gaps and promote mutual respect.
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pay the price

Meaning
to suffer the consequences of one’s actions
Example
If you don’t follow the rules, you’ll have to pay the price.
idiom

run out of bandwidth

Meaning
to have no time or energy left; to be overwhelmed
Example
Sorry, I can’t take another task — I’ve run out of bandwidth.
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weather the storm

Meaning
to survive a difficult situation
Example
Our company managed to weather the storm during the crisis.
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keep your word

Meaning
to honor a promise or commitment
Example
You must always keep your word if you want to gain trust.
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grow inward

Meaning
to develop understanding and wisdom from personal experiences
Example
She began to grow inward as she faced her fears and doubts.
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loop in on

Meaning
to include someone in information or discussions
Example
Please loop me in on any decisions about the new policy.
idiom

Burning question

Meaning
An important or urgent question that people are eager to know.
Example
The burning question is whether the plan will actually work.
idiom

a silver bullet

Meaning
a simple solution to a complex problem
Example
There is no silver bullet for solving climate change, but we need to take action.
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.
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burn off

Meaning
to use up energy or fat by exercising
Example
I go jogging every morning to burn off extra calories.
idiom

wired differently

Meaning
to think or behave in a unique or unconventional way
Example
Great innovators are often wired differently.
idiom

feeling on top of the world

Meaning
feeling extremely happy or successful
Example
After getting the job, I was on top of the world.
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put one's foot down

Meaning
to make a firm decision or take a strong stand on something
Example
She had to put her foot down and say no to the proposal.
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predictive modeling

Meaning
a technique used in AI to predict future trends based on historical data
Example
The use of predictive modeling helps companies plan better for the future.
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run the show

Meaning
to be in charge of an activity or organization
Example
Ever since the director left, Emma has been running the show.
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look up to mentors

Meaning
to admire and respect experienced people
Example
Young managers often look up to their senior mentors for advice.
idiom

artificial brainpower

Meaning
intelligence or decision-making provided by AI systems
Example
The car relies on artificial brainpower to navigate through traffic.
idiom

drum up

Meaning
to increase interest or support for something
Example
The volunteers are visiting schools to drum up excitement for the festival.
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hope for the best

Meaning
expect a positive outcome even in uncertainty
Example
We did everything we could, now let’s hope for the best.
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restate goals clearly

Meaning
to repeat objectives in straightforward language
Example
Leads restate goals clearly at the start of every standup.
idiom

pick up on

Meaning
to notice or become aware of something
Example
He didn't pick up on the subtle hints I was giving.
idiom

sweat blood

Meaning
to make an enormous effort
Example
He sweat blood to get that promotion.
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runway left

Meaning
the amount of time before a startup runs out of money
Example
We only have six months of runway left to make this work.
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make amends with

Meaning
to do something to show you are sorry and to fix a problem
Example
She tried to make amends with her colleague after the heated argument.
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give back to

Meaning
to contribute to a community or cause that has supported you
Example
He believes everyone should give back to society in some way.
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bring around to

Meaning
to change someone’s opinion to match yours
Example
It took me hours to bring him around to my way of thinking.
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set to

Meaning
to begin doing something energetically
Example
After the meeting, everyone set to work immediately.
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balance of power

Meaning
the distribution of power between nations to prevent any one nation from becoming too powerful
Example
The United Nations aims to maintain the balance of power among its member states.
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learn from differences

Meaning
to gain understanding or wisdom by observing cultural contrasts
Example
We can learn from differences instead of judging them.
idiom

silver lining

Meaning
a positive aspect in a bad situation
Example
Every dark cloud has a silver lining.
idiom

the life of the party

Meaning
a person who is lively, entertaining, and the center of attention at social gatherings
Example
Everyone loves Tom because he’s always the life of the party.
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put your foot in it

Meaning
to say something embarrassing or inappropriate by mistake
Example
I really put my foot in it when I asked about her ex-husband.
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break away from

Meaning
to stop being part of something or someone’s influence
Example
He wants to break away from his parents’ control.
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speak up against

Meaning
to voice opposition to something openly
Example
Many young people speak up against injustice in their communities.
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to boot up

Meaning
to start something; to begin working or functioning
Example
Let’s boot up the new project today and see how it goes.
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embrace your journey

Meaning
to accept and appreciate your personal process of growth and healing
Example
It’s important to embrace your journey, even when it’s difficult.
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cut back on expenses

Meaning
to spend less money; to reduce costs
Example
During tough times, companies often cut back on expenses.
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A flash of inspiration

Meaning
A sudden creative idea
Example
He had a flash of inspiration while working late at night.
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stick by

Meaning
to continue to support someone even when it is difficult
Example
Good friends stick by each other during hard times.
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Pay the piper

Meaning
To face the consequences of one’s actions or decisions.
Example
After years of overspending, the country had to pay the piper.
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cut somebody some slack

Meaning
to not judge someone as severely as you usually would because they are having problems at the present time
Example
He's been under a lot of stress lately, so let's cut him some slack.
idiom

shake things up

Meaning
to cause change in a situation to make it better
Example
The manager decided to shake things up in the team.
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shift toward

Meaning
to change focus, attitude, or direction toward something new
Example
There has been a global shift toward sustainable lifestyles.
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boost investor confidence

Meaning
to make investors feel more positive about investing
Example
Strong GDP growth can boost investor confidence in the market.
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shore up against

Meaning
to strengthen or support something to prevent failure during crisis
Example
The government took steps to shore up against the collapsing economy.
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Cultural melting pot

Meaning
A place where different cultures blend together
Example
New York is often described as a cultural melting pot.
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check with

Meaning
to confirm information or ask for approval from someone
Example
Please check with your supervisor before making any changes.
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weigh in with

Meaning
to contribute an opinion or advice
Example
Directors weigh in with fresh perspectives near the end of the meeting.
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go over to

Meaning
to switch to another app, tab, or platform
Example
Let’s go over to the discussion forum to share our ideas.
idiom

a bookworm

Meaning
a person who loves reading books
Example
She’s a bookworm; she spends hours in the library.
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turn plans into action

Meaning
to implement or execute planned initiatives
Example
It's time for nations to turn plans into action for climate resilience.
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join up with

Meaning
to become part of a group or team
Example
She’ll join up with the outreach crew tomorrow.
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take a dim view of

Meaning
to disapprove of something; to have a negative opinion
Example
The manager takes a dim view of employees arriving late.
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a political hot potato

Meaning
a controversial or sensitive political issue
Example
Immigration has become a political hot potato in the country.
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fry up

Meaning
to cook something quickly in hot oil or fat
Example
She fried up some eggs for breakfast.
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build inner strength

Meaning
to develop mental and emotional toughness
Example
Meditation helps you build inner strength and calmness.
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trip over

Meaning
to make a careless mistake while doing something
Example
I tripped over my words during the speech.
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hit out at

Meaning
to criticize someone or something angrily
Example
The politician hit out at the media for spreading lies.
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prioritize over

Meaning
to give more importance to one thing than another
Example
You should prioritize over urgent tasks before anything else.
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freak with fear

Meaning
to become extremely scared or panicked
Example
She freaked with fear when she saw the snake.
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drop in for

Meaning
to attend briefly or informally
Example
I plan to drop in for the group discussion later this evening.
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hang up

Meaning
to end a phone call
Example
He suddenly hung up without saying goodbye.
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pick out of

Meaning
to choose from a group
Example
She was picked out of hundreds of applicants.
idiom

in seventh heaven

Meaning
in a state of great happiness
Example
They were in seventh heaven during their honeymoon.
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Left no stone unturned

Meaning
To try every possible way to achieve something.
Example
The detective left no stone unturned to find the truth.
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thank warmly

Meaning
to express gratitude in a sincere way
Example
She thanked everyone warmly for attending the event.
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adapt from experience

Meaning
to change behavior or methods based on what one has learned
Example
Good leaders adapt from experience to face new challenges.
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shut oneself in

Meaning
to isolate oneself from others to avoid stress
Example
He shut himself in his office to avoid interruptions.
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off to a flying start

Meaning
to begin something, like a journey, very successfully
Example
Our trip was off to a flying start with perfect weather.
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play along with

Meaning
to pretend to agree or cooperate with something
Example
Many people play along with trending topics just to stay relevant online.
idiom

pay off

Meaning
to yield good results after effort
Example
All those late nights finally paid off during the launch.
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hear about

Meaning
to receive information and respond with appreciation or gratitude
Example
I was happy to hear about your help with the project—thank you!
idiom

black and white

Meaning
clearly defined; without confusion or ambiguity
Example
The contract terms are black and white.
idiom

Tell the truth

Meaning
To say what is true instead of lying.
Example
Please tell the truth, even if it hurts.
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tighten up

Meaning
to make rules or policies stricter
Example
The government decided to tighten up regulations on foreign investments.
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reach beyond limits

Meaning
to try to achieve more than what seems possible; to go further than your comfort zone
Example
She always inspires others to reach beyond limits and dream big.
idiom

laugh your head off

Meaning
to laugh very loudly or uncontrollably
Example
The movie was so funny that we laughed our heads off.
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make it right

Meaning
to correct a mistake or repair the damage caused by one’s actions
Example
He promised to make it right after hurting her feelings.
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take the law into one's own hands

Meaning
to seek justice personally rather than through legal authorities
Example
The villagers decided to take the law into their own hands and punished the thief.
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have faith in

Meaning
to believe or trust in someone or something
Example
You should have faith in your abilities.
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speak on behalf of

Meaning
to represent someone else's opinion politely
Example
I’d like to speak on behalf of my team regarding this issue.
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take things easy

Meaning
to relax and not get too worried or upset
Example
You need to take things easy instead of stressing about every detail.
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tie the knot

Meaning
to get married
Example
They are planning to tie the knot next summer.
idiom

give someone a shot in the arm

Meaning
to boost someone’s confidence or enthusiasm
Example
The victory gave the team a shot in the arm before the final.
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live up to one's promise

Meaning
to fulfill what was promised or expected
Example
He lived up to his promise and completed the project.
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move out of

Meaning
to leave a specific place or situation
Example
They decided to move out of the city and live in the countryside.
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die of envy

Meaning
to be extremely jealous
Example
He’ll die of envy when he sees your new car.
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bounce off

Meaning
to discuss an idea with someone to get their opinion
Example
I’d like to bounce off a few ideas with you before the presentation.
idiom

lie through one’s teeth

Meaning
to tell an obvious and bold lie
Example
He lied through his teeth when he said he was sick.
idiom

give someone the benefit of the doubt

Meaning
to trust someone even when you are not sure they are honest
Example
I will give him the benefit of the doubt this time.
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rise to the occasion

Meaning
to perform well in a difficult situation
Example
He really rose to the occasion during the crisis.
idiom

shop till you drop

Meaning
to go shopping for a long time until you are tired
Example
My sister loves to shop till she drops during sales.
idiom

political mileage

Meaning
advantage gained from a political situation
Example
Opposition leaders tried to gain political mileage from the crisis.
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base on

Meaning
to use something as a foundation or starting point
Example
The conclusion is based on reliable evidence.
idiom

synergy

Meaning
the combined power of a group that is greater than the sum of individual efforts
Example
The synergy between the teams resulted in a groundbreaking product.
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dream up projects

Meaning
to invent or imagine new creative projects
Example
They dreamed up projects that could change the company’s image.
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take pride in yourself

Meaning
to feel proud of who you are or what you do
Example
Always take pride in yourself and your achievements.
idiom

cash cow

Meaning
a product or service that consistently generates a lot of money
Example
Their mobile app has become a cash cow for the company.
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stay alert

Meaning
to remain cautious and watchful for dangers
Example
Always stay alert when clicking unfamiliar links.
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data-driven

Meaning
based on or influenced by data
Example
We make data-driven decisions to ensure the best outcome.
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line questions up

Meaning
to prepare queries in an organized list
Example
I line questions up before our weekly check-in with leadership.
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look after

Meaning
to take care of someone or something
Example
I have to look after my grandparents at the weekend.
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keep faith in yourself

Meaning
to continue believing in your own abilities
Example
No matter how tough it gets, keep faith in yourself.
idiom

canary in the coal mine

Meaning
an early warning of potential danger
Example
Melting glaciers are the canary in the coal mine for climate change.
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catfish someone

Meaning
to deceive someone by creating a fake online identity
Example
He was catfished by someone pretending to be a model.
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patch things up with

Meaning
to repair a relationship after an argument or conflict
Example
They finally patched things up with each other after weeks of silence.
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hold accountable

Meaning
to make someone responsible for their actions
Example
Managers should be held accountable for their team's results.
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find out

Meaning
to discover information
Example
I need to find out what time the meeting starts.