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stand one’s ground

Meaning
to refuse to change your opinion or position
Example
She stood her ground during the heated debate.
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learn from your mistakes

Meaning
to use the experience of past errors to improve future behavior
Example
Everyone makes errors, but wise people learn from their mistakes.
phrasal-verb

bridge over differences

Meaning
to overcome disagreements and create unity
Example
The summit aimed to bridge over differences among member states.
phrasal-verb

dream up

Meaning
to imagine or invent something new or creative
Example
They dreamed up a new way to achieve their business goals.
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blind faith

Meaning
trusting without questioning
Example
Having blind faith can sometimes lead to disappointment.
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to lose your nerve

Meaning
to lose courage and become too afraid to do something
Example
He wanted to jump, but he lost his nerve at the last second.
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opt out

Meaning
to choose not to participate
Example
Employees can opt out of the program if they want.
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brain like a computer

Meaning
to have an extremely analytical and efficient mind
Example
She remembers every detail; she has a brain like a computer.
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pass the torch

Meaning
to hand over a duty or responsibility to someone else
Example
After many years of teaching, the professor decided to pass the torch to a younger teacher.
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to bend the rules

Meaning
to make exceptions or not strictly follow the law or rules
Example
Sometimes, officers bend the rules to help the needy.
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break a promise

Meaning
to fail to do what one promised
Example
She broke her promise and didn’t call him.
phrasal-verb

snap up

Meaning
to buy something quickly because it is cheap or available
Example
Shoppers snapped up the discounted electronics within minutes.
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keep smiling

Meaning
to stay cheerful even when facing difficulties
Example
Whatever happens, just keep smiling.
idiom

a weak link

Meaning
the least reliable or secure part of a system or group
Example
One careless employee can be a weak link in the security chain.
phrasal-verb

turn up at

Meaning
to arrive unexpectedly at a place
Example
He turned up at my office without any notice.
idiom

look forward to

Meaning
to feel excited about something that is going to happen
Example
I look forward to meeting you soon.
idiom

go on a spending spree

Meaning
to spend a lot of money in a short period of time
Example
She went on a spending spree after getting her bonus.
idiom

take the credit

Meaning
to accept praise for something one did
Example
She was the one who solved the issue, but he tried to take the credit.
idiom

back off

Meaning
to move away or stop pressuring someone
Example
Let’s back off and give them space to decide.
idiom

look before you leap

Meaning
to think carefully about possible risks before doing something
Example
Before starting your own business, remember to look before you leap.
phrasal-verb

zero out

Meaning
to reduce an amount to nothing
Example
We zero out the balance every month to avoid interest.
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be at your wits' end

Meaning
to be so worried or upset that you don't know what to do
Example
I'm at my wits' end trying to calm the kids down.
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own up

Meaning
to admit or confess to something.
Example
He finally owned up to breaking the vase.
phrasal-verb

open eyes to

Meaning
to make someone realize or become aware of something important
Example
The film opened people’s eyes to the struggles of the poor.
phrasal-verb

cut off from

Meaning
to separate or isolate from something
Example
Deforestation can cut off animals from their habitats.
phrasal-verb

work off

Meaning
to get rid of something by working or exercising
Example
He goes jogging every morning to work off stress.
phrasal-verb

go without

Meaning
to not have or eat something, often because you choose to
Example
I can go without dessert tonight.
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thinking outside the algorithm

Meaning
to think creatively beyond structured systems or programmed logic
Example
Our best innovation came when we started thinking outside the algorithm.
phrasal-verb

sign up

Meaning
to register or create an account on a website
Example
You should sign up to receive our newsletter.
phrasal-verb

agree with

Meaning
to have the same opinion as someone else
Example
I completely agree with you on this matter.
phrasal-verb

smooth things over with

Meaning
to restore peace with someone after a disagreement
Example
She brought cookies to smooth things over with her neighbor.
phrasal-verb

call forth

Meaning
to bring about a reaction or response
Example
Her speech called forth a lot of emotions from the audience.
phrasal-verb

pick out

Meaning
to choose something you like
Example
She picked out a dress she really liked.
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tie up loose ends

Meaning
to complete the remaining small tasks of a project
Example
Before the deadline, we need to tie up loose ends.
idiom

break the ice

Meaning
to start a friendly conversation in an awkward situation
Example
To break the ice, I told a funny story.
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a weight off one's shoulders

Meaning
a feeling of relief after a problem or burden is resolved
Example
When she finished the project, it felt like a weight off her shoulders.
phrasal-verb

chase after

Meaning
to try hard to achieve something you want
Example
Many people chase after success without enjoying the process.
idiom

On the breadline

Meaning
Living in poverty or with very little money.
Example
After losing his job, he was almost on the breadline.
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beyond belief

Meaning
too surprising or shocking to believe
Example
His recovery was beyond belief.
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Practice makes perfect

Meaning
The more you practice, the better you become.
Example
Practice makes perfect, so keep trying.
idiom

no rocket scientist

Meaning
not very intelligent; not a genius
Example
He’s no rocket scientist, but he works hard.
phrasal-verb

turn right

Meaning
to change direction to the right
Example
Turn right after the traffic light and go past the gas station.
idiom

a gray area

Meaning
a situation or topic that is not clear or that can be understood in more than one way
Example
The question of intellectual property rights in the digital age is still a gray area.
phrasal-verb

catch up in

Meaning
to become involved in something, often unwillingly
Example
He got caught up in a legal issue he didn’t understand.
phrasal-verb

catch up with trends

Meaning
to stay updated with the latest developments or innovations
Example
Founders must catch up with trends to stay competitive.
idiom

forgive and forget

Meaning
to stop being angry and not remember someone’s mistake
Example
Let’s forgive and forget and move on.
idiom

at loggerheads

Meaning
in strong disagreement or conflict
Example
The two departments have been at loggerheads over the new policy.
phrasal-verb

vote through reform

Meaning
to officially approve a change by voting
Example
Parliament successfully voted through reform aimed at transparency.
phrasal-verb

step back

Meaning
to pause and look at a situation calmly and objectively
Example
Sometimes you need to step back to see the bigger picture.
phrasal-verb

depend upon

Meaning
to rely on someone for support or help
Example
Children depend upon their parents for love and care.
idiom

take a hit

Meaning
to suffer a financial loss
Example
The company took a hit after the stock market crash.
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the tip of the iceberg

Meaning
a small visible part of a much larger problem
Example
The few complaints we received are just the tip of the iceberg.
phrasal-verb

level up skills

Meaning
to improve or upgrade your abilities or qualifications
Example
Professionals often need to level up skills to stay competitive.
idiom

red tape

Meaning
excessive bureaucracy or rules
Example
The project was delayed because of red tape.
idiom

gear up to

Meaning
to prepare energetically to do something
Example
We’re gearing up to launch the app next month.
phrasal-verb

branch into innovation

Meaning
to expand into creative or innovative areas
Example
The company plans to branch into innovation through new tech solutions.
phrasal-verb

plan out

Meaning
to carefully think about and arrange the details of something
Example
Let’s plan out the schedule so that everything runs smoothly.
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faithful to the end

Meaning
staying loyal and supportive for a long time
Example
She was faithful to the end in her relationship.
idiom

go off the rails

Meaning
to start behaving in an unusual or uncontrolled way
Example
After losing his job, his life seemed to go off the rails.
phrasal-verb

sign off

Meaning
to end a message, email, or broadcast
Example
I’ll sign off here. Talk to you later!
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at your wits' end

Meaning
to be so worried or stressed that you don’t know what to do
Example
I’m at my wits’ end trying to finish all this work.
phrasal-verb

drive up prices

Meaning
to cause prices to increase
Example
High demand for oil has driven up prices around the world.
phrasal-verb

burn up

Meaning
to destroy something completely by fire
Example
Burning trash burns up oxygen and releases harmful gases.
phrasal-verb

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.
idiom

keep an eye out

Meaning
to watch for something or someone carefully
Example
Can you keep an eye out for my package while I'm away?
phrasal-verb

work toward goals

Meaning
to make efforts to achieve objectives
Example
Everyone in the company is working toward the same vision.
idiom

a barrel of laughs

Meaning
someone or something very funny or entertaining
Example
The new comedy show is a barrel of laughs.
phrasal-verb

dig around for

Meaning
to search through different places to find something
Example
I dig around for spare change when the vending machine only takes coins.
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learn by heart

Meaning
to memorize something perfectly
Example
He learned the poem by heart for the recital.
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once in a blue moon

Meaning
very rarely
Example
I only see him once in a blue moon.
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stick your neck out

Meaning
to take a risk by doing or saying something that others may disagree with
Example
He stuck his neck out to defend his colleague.
idiom

golden opportunity

Meaning
a very good chance; rare opportunity
Example
This is a golden opportunity to show your talent.
idiom

call to action

Meaning
a prompt that encourages an immediate response from an audience
Example
Your ad must include a strong call to action.
idiom

turn dreams into reality

Meaning
to achieve something one has long desired
Example
With hard work and dedication, you can turn your dreams into reality.
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bend someone’s ear

Meaning
to talk to someone for a long time, usually to complain
Example
He bent my ear about his terrible day at work.
phrasal-verb

tighten up

Meaning
to make rules or policies stricter
Example
The government decided to tighten up regulations on foreign investments.
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wipe the slate clean

Meaning
to forget past mistakes and start fresh
Example
Let’s wipe the slate clean and begin again.
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put words in someone’s mouth

Meaning
to say someone said something they did not
Example
Don’t put words in my mouth—I never said that!
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rule the roost

Meaning
to be the most powerful person in a group or family
Example
It’s clear that Mary rules the roost in that household.
phrasal-verb

download from

Meaning
to transfer data from the internet to a device
Example
You can download from the website directly to your computer.
idiom

head off to

Meaning
to leave for a particular place
Example
We should head off to the venue by noon.
phrasal-verb

block out time for

Meaning
to schedule protected time for a specific activity
Example
Managers block out time for deep work on Tuesdays.
phrasal-verb

share in

Meaning
to participate in someone’s emotions, especially happiness or sadness
Example
We all shared in their joy when they got engaged.
idiom

out of bounds

Meaning
not allowed or beyond acceptable limits
Example
His rude comment was out of bounds.
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a penny saved is a penny earned

Meaning
saving money is just as valuable as earning it
Example
My grandfather always said, 'a penny saved is a penny earned.'
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make a name for yourself

Meaning
to become well-known or successful in a particular field
Example
She made a name for herself in the world of fashion design.
phrasal-verb

give oneself up

Meaning
to surrender to the police or authorities
Example
The thief gave himself up to the police after two days.
phrasal-verb

build up pressure

Meaning
to increase influence or demand for action
Example
Opposition parties built up pressure for early elections.
phrasal-verb

ring out

Meaning
to make a loud sound, especially of bells or alarms
Example
Church bells rang out across the city.
phrasal-verb

boot loop

Meaning
to restart continuously due to a system error
Example
After the update, my phone got stuck in a boot loop.
idiom

catch the train

Meaning
to be on time for a train or event
Example
Hurry up or you’ll not catch the train!
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saber rattling

Meaning
threatening military action to intimidate others
Example
The country’s recent saber rattling alarmed its neighbors.
phrasal-verb

carry on with

Meaning
to continue doing something even when it is difficult
Example
He decided to carry on with his studies despite financial struggles.
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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.
phrasal-verb

cut over

Meaning
to switch from an old system to a new one
Example
We plan to cut over to the new cloud platform this weekend.
phrasal-verb

budget out for

Meaning
to allocate money for a future need
Example
Finance budgets out for new laptops in the annual plan.
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clear the decks

Meaning
Prepare for action by removing unnecessary things.
Example
We need to clear the decks before the new project begins.
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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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on the go

Meaning
always busy or active; traveling a lot
Example
She's always on the go with her work trips.
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refresh one's memory

Meaning
to help someone remember something
Example
Let me refresh your memory about what happened last week.
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sweep someone off their feet

Meaning
to make someone fall in love with you suddenly
Example
His charm and confidence really swept her off her feet.
idiom

Give and take

Meaning
Mutual compromise or cooperation.
Example
Good teamwork is all about give and take.
phrasal-verb

stand aside

Meaning
to step to one side; to withdraw and let others take charge
Example
He stood aside to let her pass.
phrasal-verb

come up

Meaning
to be mentioned or occur unexpectedly
Example
Your name came up during the meeting.
idiom

Cultural shock

Meaning
A feeling of confusion when exposed to a different culture or way of life
Example
Moving from a small village to a big city gave me cultural shock.
phrasal-verb

log in

Meaning
to enter a website or app by typing your username and password
Example
You need to log in to access your account.
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the cream of the crop

Meaning
the best among a group of people or things
Example
Only the cream of the crop get into that university.
phrasal-verb

cast doubt on

Meaning
to make something seem uncertain or less believable
Example
His inconsistent story casts doubt on his credibility.
phrasal-verb

grow out of

Meaning
to stop repeating mistakes as you gain experience
Example
Most people grow out of their early mistakes with time.
idiom

a weight off your shoulders

Meaning
relief after dealing with a stressful situation
Example
Finishing the project felt like a weight off my shoulders.
phrasal-verb

tap into your potential

Meaning
to use your abilities fully to achieve success
Example
You must tap into your potential to unlock greater confidence.
idiom

dig out

Meaning
to retrieve something that has been stored or buried
Example
Could you dig out last year’s budget notes?
phrasal-verb

blurt out

Meaning
to say something suddenly without thinking, often because of emotion
Example
He blurted out his secret in front of everyone.
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a bumper crop

Meaning
an unusually large harvest
Example
Farmers are happy this year because of a bumper crop of rice.
phrasal-verb

stay connected with

Meaning
to maintain an emotional or communicative link with someone
Example
Even after moving abroad, she stays connected with her old friends.
idiom

pick oneself up

Meaning
to recover from a setback or failure
Example
Even though he failed, he managed to pick himself up and try again.
idiom

rest easy

Meaning
to be free from worry or fear
Example
You can rest easy knowing everything is under control.
phrasal-verb

clamp down on corruption

Meaning
to take strong action to stop something harmful or illegal
Example
The new government promised to clamp down on corruption across all departments.
idiom

Flying blind

Meaning
To act without sufficient information or guidance.
Example
Without proper data, we're flying blind on this project.
idiom

fight fire with fire

Meaning
to use the same tactics as one’s opponent
Example
When negotiations failed, they decided to fight fire with fire.
phrasal-verb

step aside for

Meaning
to let someone else take your position or role
Example
The senior manager decided to step aside for a younger leader.