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length and breadth

full extent or range of sth

She traveled the length and breadth of the country to learn about its culture.

rushed off your feet

busy

After the holiday season, the shopkeepers were rushed off their feet trying to serve all the customers.

out of condition

not in good physical shape or health.

After a long winter, I feel out of condition and need to start exercising again.

out of practice

not been doing sth for a while, not as good at it as they used to be

I used to play the piano every day, but now I'm out of practice.

establish yourself

create a strong presence or reputation in a particular place or situation.

After moving to the city, it took her a few months to establish herself in the local art community.

open and shut

clear, obvious, or straightforward.

The evidence in this case is open and shut; there’s no doubt about what happened.

take pains

make a great effort or to be very careful in doing sth

She took pains to ensure that every detail of the project was perfect.

find fault

tìm lỗi

She always finds fault with my cooking, even when I try my best.

tall story

story that is exaggerated or not true

When he said he caught a fish as big as a car, I knew it was just a tall story.

detour

change in the usual route or path

We had to take a detour because the main road was closed.

of late

gần đây

Of late, there have been many changes in the school.

tearing hurry

in a rush

She left the house in a tearing hurry, forgetting her keys on the table.

overalls

quần yếm

He loves to wear overalls because they are comfortable and practical.

ransom

tiền chuộc

The kidnappers demanded a large ransom for the safe return of the child.

fall into disuse

no longer used

The old telephone booth fell into disuse as everyone started using mobile phones.

stamp on

step heavy on sth, suppress sth

The child accidentally stamped on the toy, breaking it into pieces. She felt like she had to stamp on her feelings to stay strong.

picket outside

people stand or gather outside a place to protest

They decided to picket outside the school to demand better facilities.

discipline

area of knowledge

/ˈdɪsəplɪn/. She chose to study the discipline of psychology.

warts and all

accept sb sth with all its flaws

I love my friend warts and all, even though she can be a bit messy sometimes.

all hands on deck

everyone is needed to help with a task

During the school event, the teacher said it was all hands on deck to set up the decorations.

blind drunk

say xỉn

After the party, he was so blind drunk that he couldn't find his way home.

fraught with

filled with sth negative

Her decision was fraught with uncertainty and risk.

closely guarded secret

protected very carefully and kept secret.

The magician's tricks are closely guarded secrets that only a few people know.

make a stand

take a firm position on an issue or to defend one's beliefs or opinions.

She decided to make a stand against bullying in her school. During the meeting, he made a stand for the environment and urged everyone to recycle. They made a stand for their rights during the protest.

undermine

weaken or damage something gradually or secretly.

The constant criticism can undermine a person's confidence.

hamper

make sth difficult or to stop sth from happening.

The heavy rain will hamper our outdoor activities.

no end

no limits

He showed no end of kindness to his friends.

exuberant

full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness

Her exuberant personality makes her the life of the party.

thick skinned

mặt dày

Even though he received a lot of criticism, he remained thick skinned and continued to pursue his dreams.

go a long way

very helpful or to have a significant impact.

A little kindness can go a long way in making someone's day better.

hand in hand

close to someone or to work together in a cooperative way

Success and hard work go hand in hand.

pathologize

view or treat something as a medical or psychological problem

Some people believe that society tends to pathologize normal behaviors, making them seem like disorders.

circumcise

cắt bao quy đầu

Many families choose to circumcise their sons for cultural reasons.

chaf

rub or irritate the skin

/tʃæf/ He applied lotion to prevent his skin from chafing during the marathon.

support group

gathering of people who share similar experiences or challenges.

She joined a support group for people dealing with anxiety.

nectar

mật hoa

She described the fruit juice as the nectar of the gods.

limp

khập khiễng

After the injury, he had to limp for a few weeks.

have something at your fingertips

have easy access to information or resources.

With the internet, you have a wealth of information at your fingertips.

money is a good servant but a bad master

money can be very helpful when used wisely but bad when used badly

She always remembers that money is a good servant but a bad master when making her budget.

once bitten twice shy

after experiencing sth unpleasant a person is likely to be more cautious

After losing money in a bad investment, she became very careful with her finances; once bitten, twice shy.

it's an ill bird that fouls its own nest

bad or ungrateful person who harms their own family

After he stole from his own team, everyone agreed that it's an ill bird that fouls its own nest.

make the mare go

encouraging or prompting sb sth to take action or to move forward. I

To finish the project on time, we must make the mare go and work harder.

beauty is only skin deep

vẻ đẹp chỉ là bề ngoài

He may be handsome, but remember, beauty is only skin deep; his attitude is what really matters.

good egg

kind, friendly, and trustworthy

My friend Sarah is such a good egg; she always helps me with my homework.

blow out of the water

completely defeat or surprise someone, often unexpectedly

The new movie really blew the competition out of the water with its amazing special effects.

drop a brick

say something that is embarrassing or inappropriate, often without realizing it.

During the party, she dropped a brick when she mentioned his ex-girlfriend.

over the worst

difficult or challenging situation has passed, and things should work out

After weeks of illness, I finally feel like I'm over the worst.

suffice

be enough or to meet the needs of a situation.

/səˈfaɪs/. The food we have should suffice for the party.

rectitude

sự ngay thẳng

Her rectitude in handling the situation earned her the respect of her peers.

puff

phun

The dragon let out a puff of smoke from its nose.

pomposity

quality of being pompous, which means being overly self-important or showing off in a way that is not genuine.

The speaker's pomposity made it hard for the audience to connect with his message.

genesis

nguồn gốc

The genesis of Genesect is first thought of after MewTwo was born

impudent

impertinent, brazen, rude, disrespectful, shameless

He was punished for his impudent behavior at the family gathering.

secure job

công việc ổn định

After years of searching, she finally found a secure job with great benefits.

big break

a significant opportunity or event that can lead to success, especially in careers like acting, music, or sports.

After years of auditions, she finally got her big break in a popular TV show.

on the home stretch

are in the final part of a task or journey. It suggests that you are close to finishing something.

After weeks of studying, I am finally on the home stretch before the big exam.

across the board

applies to all cases or all people without exception. It is often used in discussions about rules, changes, or decisions that affect everyone equally.

The new policy will increase salaries across the board.

down to the wire

very close to the end or a deadline, often with a lot of tension or uncertainty.

The race was down to the wire, with both runners finishing just seconds apart.

horses for courses

different people or things are suited for different situations

In a team project, we need to remember that horses for courses; each member has unique skills.

in a fog

to be confused, unclear, or not able to think clearly.

After staying up all night studying, I felt like I was in a fog during the exam.

storm is brewing

a difficult or chaotic situation is developing or about to happen

After the meeting, it was clear that a storm was brewing among the staff.

make heavy weather of

make something seem more difficult or complicated than it really is. I

She made heavy weather of the math problem, even though it was quite simple.

lightning fast

happens very quickly or at a very high speed

The delivery service promises lightning fast shipping for all orders.

adultery

act of being unfaithful to a spouse or partner.

Many people believe that adultery can destroy a marriage.

dietitian

chuyên gia dinh dưỡng

The dietitian recommended more fruits and vegetables in my meals.

by virtue of

because of

She was promoted by virtue of her hard work and dedication.

go off the idea

hãy từ bỏ ý tưởng đó

After thinking it over, I decided to go off the idea of traveling this summer.

bland uniformity

sự đồng đều nhạt nhẽo

The city was filled with bland uniformity, as all the buildings looked exactly the same.

cost the earth

cost a fortune

We wanted to go on vacation, but the flights cost the earth this year.

bigoted

cố chấp intolerant toward people with different opinions, beliefs, or backgrounds

/ˈbɪɡətɪd/. She realized that her bigoted views were harming her friendships.

bitchy

khốn nạn often rude, unpleasant, or spiteful.

She made a bitchy comment about my outfit at the party.

nasty

unpleasant, offensive, or very bad.

He said some nasty things to her.

tetchy

cáu kỉnh easily annoyed or irritable

After a long day at work, she became quite tetchy and snapped at her friends.

snarky

mỉa mai sarcastic, rude, or mocking

He has a snarky sense of humor that can be entertaining but sometimes goes too far.

feisty

lively, energetic, and full of spirit.

<feistiness> She is a feisty little girl who always stands up for herself.

unadulterated

không pha tạp pure and not mixed with anything else

The juice was made from unadulterated fruit, with no added sugars or preservatives.

beseech

cầu xin ask someone urgently and fervently to do something.

She beseeched her friend to stay with her during the difficult times.

expedite

make something happen faster or to help it progress more quickly.

The manager asked us to expedite the project to meet the deadline.

sweet nothings

những lời ngọt ngào

During their date, he whispered sweet nothings in her ear, making her smile.

heal the rift

chữa lành vết nứt

The community leaders worked hard to heal the rift caused by the recent conflict.

get underway

begin or start something, especially a project, event, or journey.

We need to get the project underway before the deadline.

no end in sight

a situation seems to be continuing without any clear conclusion or resolution

With so many tasks to complete, my work feels like it has no end in sight.

gain on

get closer to someone or something, especially in a competitive situation

She is gaining on her studies and is now getting better grades.

on the receiving end

receiving sth bad

In a team project, sometimes one person ends up on the receiving end of all the work.

make someone's hair stand on end

frighten someone very much

When I heard the loud crash in the dark, it made my hair stand on end.

get the show on the road

start or begin something, especially a project or an event.

Let's get the show on the road and start planning the party!

a breath of fresh air

something new and refreshing.

The new teacher is a breath of fresh air; she makes learning fun and exciting.

fresh blood

new people or new ideas that bring energy, enthusiasm, or a different perspective to a group or situation

The sports team needed fresh blood to improve their performance this season.

make a clean break

completely separate from a situation, person, or habit without any lingering connections or feelings

To improve her health, she made a clean break from junk food and started eating healthier meals.

petty crime

minor criminal offenses that are not considered serious.

The police are focusing on reducing petty crime in the neighborhood.

at one time

tại một thời điểm a specific period in the past when something was true or happened.

There was a beautiful park at one time where the school now stands.

betide

happen or to occur, often used in a poetic or literary context

He wondered what fate would betide him after making such a bold decision.

curdle

đông lại become tense or uncomfortable.

The milk will curdle if it is left out of the fridge for too long. His harsh words seemed to curdle the friendly atmosphere in the room.

rote learning

học thuộc lòng

Rote learning can help with memorizing vocabulary, but it may not help with speaking skills.

bury yourself in your books

spend the maximum amount of time studying, go all out

During the summer, I like to bury myself in my books and explore new worlds.

intensively

with a lot of effort

The team worked intensively to complete the project on time.

mnemonics

memorizing tricks

To remember the order of operations in math, we use the mnemonic "Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally.

cloak and dagger

clandestine, furtive, hush hush, secretly

The spy novel was full of cloak and dagger moments that kept the readers on the edge of their seats.

hush hush

quite or kept secret

She told him to keep it hush hush until they had more information.

powerhouse

cường quốc (sth with tons of power, energy or influence)

The company has become a powerhouse in technology, leading the market with innovative products.

recapitulate

recap

At the end of the meeting, the manager decided to recapitulate the main points discussed.

semantic

connected with the meanings of the words

The semantic difference between "big" and "huge" is important in this context.

heavyweight

sth or sb that is important or powerful in an area

She is a heavyweight in the world of technology, known for her innovative ideas.

dynamo

máy phát điện

/ˈdaɪ.nə.moʊ/ She is a dynamo in the classroom, always keeping the students engaged.

underdog

sb with less power than the rest

The small team was seen as the underdog in the championship game, but they played with great heart.

basket case

financially embarrased company or sb who is nervous and unable to organize their life

She was a basket case before her big presentation, but she did great in the end.

the first lady of

đệ nhất phu nhân

She is considered the first lady of modern dance for her innovative contributions.

does exactly what it says on the tin

does exactly as promised or claimed

The new phone does exactly what it says on the tin; it takes amazing photos and has a long battery life.

it doesn't float my boat

I'm not into it

She suggested going to the concert, but that kind of music doesn't float my boat.

nailing jelly to a wall

difficult to achieve

Trying to get my dog to stop barking at the mailman feels like nailing jelly to a wall.

big time

extremely

He was nervous big time before his first performance.

comprehensive.

of school paid for by the estate

The school offers a comprehensive curriculum for its students.

league table

bảng xếp hạng

After the exams, the school published a league table of the students' scores.

elitism

chủ nghĩa tinh hoa

Many people criticize elitism in politics, believing that everyone should have a voice.

two-tier

with 2 levels

In the two-tier education system, students can choose between vocational training and academic studies.

well-edowed

having lots of sth, like money or possessions

She is well-endowed with talent, making her a star in the school play.

get rich quick

làm giàu nhanh chóng

Many people fall for get rich quick schemes that promise easy money.

not short of a bob or two

richy

He drives a fancy car, so he’s not short of a bob or two.

excel yourself

vượt trội or do better than before

She has always excelled in sports. She decided to take extra classes to excel herself in math

bursary

financial support that helps students pay for their education

The university offered a bursary to help students from low-income families.

mature student

college student who is much older than the rest

As a mature student, she brought a lot of life experience to the classroom.

one to one

một đối một

The coach provides one to one training sessions to help athletes improve their skills.

student loan

khoản vay sinh viên

I applied for a student loan to help pay for my college tuition.

monochrome

đơn sắc

She wore a beautiful monochrome outfit that was all in shades of gray.

efface

erase or remove completely

Time can efface painful memories, making them easier to bear. She used a cloth to efface the smudges on the window.

efface yourself

make oneself inconspicuous or to remove oneself from attention.

During the ceremony, she chose to efface herself rather than take centre stage.

indoorsy

preferring indoors

During the winter, I feel more indoorsy and enjoy baking cookies in the kitchen.

strike out

cross out, fail in an attempt

She decided to strike out the last sentence from her essay. But, you strike out, you resign.

mouth off

speak at the top of your lungs in a rude way.

Don't mouth off to your teacher; it's not respectful.

consortium

an organ of several businesses with a shared purpose

I find myself in possession of not merely a singular paradigm of optimal companionship but rather a carefully created consortium of approximately three to four extraordinarily distinguished interpersonal relationships of the highest caliber.

caliber

quality or level of sb's ability

Ultimately, the standard of a country's workforce is defined by the calibre of its graduates, whether from vocational or academic institutions".

heretofore

before this time, until now, up to this time, hitherto

The company has heretofore maintained a strong position in the market.

take five

take a short break

After working for an hour, let's take five before we continue.

synergy

idea that when two or more things work together, they create a better result than if they worked separately.

"In the modern workplace, teams that foster genuine synergy often outperform those where individuals operate independently, as the combined effort unlocks creative solutions that no single person could achieve alone.

reciprocate

đáp lại

I helped her with her homework, and she reciprocated by helping me with my project.

report to

if you report to sb, you work for em and be managed by em

He will report directly to the chief executive.

post

a job in a company or organ

She's held the post for 69 years.

benefits package

gói phúc lợi

Meaning: collection of various benefits that an employer offers to employees in addition to their salary. Ex: The company offers a great benefits package that includes health insurance and a retirement plan.

team player

sb good at working with others.

Being a team player means putting the team's needs before your own.

dear sir or madam

i dunno your sex ok?

Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to inquire about your services.

dry as a bone

dry af

The ground was dry as a bone after weeks without rain.

as dry as dust

dull or uninteresting.

After reading the book, I found the story to be as dry as dust.

as silent as the grave

rlly silent (likethewayurcrushrespondstourmessage)

The library was as silent as the grave, allowing everyone to focus on their studies.

a cloud on the horizon

Sth that threatens to cause issues

The company is doing well, but there is a cloud on the horizon with the new regulations coming next year.

worship at the altar of

thờ phụng tại bàn thờ của

In the world of fashion, some designers worship at the altar of creativity and innovation.

saddled with

given responsibility and problems

After the project failed, she felt saddled with the blame.

the bottom falls out of the market

when people stop buying sth

When the pandemic hit, the bottom fell out of the market for travel and tourism.

sky high

very highh

Prices of oil were sky high in Japan when The USA imposed an embargo.

blow it high sky

blow sth entirely

In Hollywood movies, helicopters are 98% of the time, blown high sky.

nosedive

a sudden fall to the ground or in prices, value

The company's profits took a nosedive after the scandal.

windfall

money received unexpectedly

The company received a windfall when they secured a big contract.

rein in

control and stop sth from increasing

To improve his health, he decided to rein in his eating habits.

heads will roll

people will be punished

After the scandal, the CEO announced that heads will roll to restore trust in the company.

gardening leave

employee is asked to stay away from work during their notice period, usually while they are leaving a job

After he resigned, he was put on gardening leave for two months.

fall into line

start to follow the rules and behave according to the standards

The new students quickly fell into line with the school's rules and traditions.

fundamentally

về cơ bản

The two theories are fundamentally different.

flatly contradict

completely and clearly say that something is not true.

The scientist flatly contradicted the previous research findings with new evidence.

economy drive

attempt to scrimp and save

The company launched an economy drive to reduce expenses and increase profits.

play the stock market

buy and sell stocks (shares of companies) in order to make money.

He decided to play the stock market after reading a few investment books.

ripe old age

tuổi già chín muồi

They celebrated her birthday, marking her transition into ripe old age with a big party.

broad accent

strong one

She has a broad accent that makes it clear she is from the countryside.

bring to the table

offer something for discussion or consideration

During the meeting, she brought her marketing experience to the table.

tick all the boxes

have the right qualities to be a good choice

Her resume ticks all the boxes, making her a strong candidate for the job.

the gloves are off

peope will fight

When the final whistle blew, the coach said, "Now the gloves are off; we need to win this match!

blue-sky

using imagination to imagine ideas that are yet to be proved practical

She has a blue-sky approach to problem-solving, always thinking outside the box and pushing the envelope in terms of novel concepts.

push the envelope

try sth new, break new ground

The team decided to push the envelope by creating a new app that uses virtual reality.

joined-up

combined in a useful and effective way

We need a joined-up strategy to tackle the problem effectively.

suck it and see

fuck it and see what happens

He wasn’t sure if the new game would be fun, but I told him to suck it and see.

quids in

be in a good financial situation or to have made a profit.

He invested in the stock market and now he's quids in!

be laughing all the way to the bank

to be raking in profits

He invested in that company early, and now he is laughing all the way to the bank.

take you to the cleaner's

get lots of money from sb by cheating

Did Scar take Mufasa to the cleaner's? I dunno, perhaps he was the betrayed one or something.

penny pinching

tiết kiệm từng xu

She decided to stop penny pinching and treat herself to a nice dinner.

no expense is spared

không có chi phí nào được tiết kiệm

The wedding was beautiful; no expense is spared to make it perfect.

opposite number

person or thing that has a corresponding position or function in a different context.

The CEO of our company met with his opposite number from the rival firm to discuss a partnership.

rapport

mối quan hệ

She has a great rapport with her students.

hot desking

employees do not have assigned desks

Our company has adopted hot desking to promote teamwork and creativity.

mechanical

done without thinking, almost like a robot.

She performed the task with a mechanical precision. He gave me a mechanical shrug while wool gathring, what a spunky dick.

go in with

join or enter into a situation, often with someone else.

She decided to go in with her friends to start a new club at school.

start-up

new business or company that is in the early stages of operation.

Many young entrepreneurs dream of launching their own start-up.

antisocial

not like to be around other people or who avoids social interactions

He is quite antisocial and prefers to stay home on weekends.

mind numbing

stodgy, dull, hundrum, boring

After hours of mind numbing paperwork, I needed a break.

draw up

prepare sth official in writing

After the meeting, she will draw up a report to share with the team.

snippet

đoạn trích small portion or extract from a larger piece of text, audio, or video

The article included a snippet from the author's new book.

bone idle

lazy

My brother is bone idle; he spends all day playing video games instead of helping around the house.

idle

not being used

The car has been idle in the garage for weeks.

all's fair in love and war

mọi thứ đều công bằng trong tình yêu và chiến tranh

During the competition, he used every trick he could think of, believing that all's fair in love and war.

first come first served

ai đến trước được phục vụ trước

At the concert, tickets were sold on a first come, first served basis.

ambidextrous

thuận cả hai tay

The ambidextrous artist can paint with both hands, creating beautiful artwork.

antiquarian

đồ cổ

She visited an antiquarian shop to find unique decorations for her home The antiquarian spent years searching for rare books to add to his collection.

artiste

nghệ sĩ

He is known as an artiste who brings unique ideas to his paintings.

castaway

người bị đắm tàu

The movie tells the story of a castaway who learns to survive on a deserted island.

compere

người dẫn chương trình

The compere welcomed everyone to the annual talent show.

despot

kẻ chuyên quyền

Many people fled the nation to escape the despot's harsh laws.

fugitive

person who is running away or hiding,

She lived as a fugitive for many years, always looking over her shoulder.

teetotaller

người kiêng rượu

My uncle is a teetotaller, so he always orders soda at family gatherings.

luscious

ngon

The garden was filled with luscious fruits and flowers, making it a beautiful sight.

second class

hạng hai

The hotel offered second class service, which was disappointing.

grassroots

the commoners

The grassroots campaign for environmental protection gained a lot of support from local residents.

banausic

practical or mundane, often with a negative connotation.

The artist felt that his work had become banausic, focusing only on commercial success rather than true creativity.

spurious

bogus, not genuine, false, or misleading

Many spurious claims about health benefits can be found on the internet.

to a turn

đến một lượt

The square meal was cooked to a turn, juicy and full of flavor, although he slept on it.

go out like a light

fall asleep quickly

The square meal done to a turn, but he slept on it, by that I mean he literally went out like a light while making it.

lose sleep over

worry or be anxious about something.

I seriously don't want to lose sleep over the trepidation of being bested, I just want people to recognize my travail.

not knowing whether you are coming or going

confused

He woke up with the square meal done to a turn, not knowing whether he was coming or going.

on the hoof

quickly or while in motion, often without stopping to think or prepare.

She grabbed a sandwich on the hoof before heading to her next meeting.

bad hair day

bad day

She laughed and said it was just a bad hair day, even though she looked great.

take each day as it comes

Live in the moment

After losing his job, he decided to take each day as it comes and not worry too much about finding a new one.

pending

chưa giải quyết

Her promotion is pending a final review by the board. He will get promoted, pending the interview panel's response.

lissome

uyển chuyển, attractively thin, lithe, slender

The dancer moved with a lissome grace that captivated the audience.

simultaneous translation

dịch đồng thời

She is trained in simultaneous translation and works at international meetings, which is a developmental milestone in her career.

busker

nghệ sĩ đường phố

The busker played beautiful music on the corner of the street.

trundle

make sth move on wheels

The children loved to trundle their toy cars down the hill to the busker.

novelty value

worth or importance of something because it is new, different, or unique.

The novelty value of the new smartphone attracted many customers to the store.

sentimental value

worth of an object based on the feelings or memories it brings to a person, rather than its actual monetary value.

Even though the painting is not worth much money, it has great sentimental value to me.

causeway

đường đắp cao

During high tide, the causeway was partially submerged, so we had to wait for the water to go down.

get ahold of

find, obtain or understand sth

Can you help me get ahold of that book from the library?

job satisfaction

mức độ hài lòng với công việc

Many employees report high levels of job satisfaction when they feel valued by their managers. least/most___

fast moving

di chuyển nhanh

In the fast-moving world of technology, new innovations emerge daily.

dynamic

full of energy, activity, or fast-moving, changing quickly

The dynamic changes in technology affect our daily lives.

looking to

planning to do stth

She is looking to find a new job.

holiday entitlement

quyền nghỉ lễ

Employees are entitled to 20 days of holiday entitlement each year.

leave entitlement

quyền nghỉ phép

The company policy states that each employee has a leave entitlement of 20 days per year.

increment

tăng dần increase or addition, especially one of a series on a fixed scale

The company plans to give a salary and pay increment to all employees this year.

performance-related

related to sb's success

However, rewarding students for results may also lead to **performance-related anxiety**, as the pressure to succeed becomes overwhelming.

voluntary redundancy

sự sa thải tự nguyện

The company offered voluntary redundancy to reduce costs during the economic downturn.

skeleton staff

minimum number of employees needed to keep a business or organization running.

The company decided to operate with a skeleton staff during the holiday season.

interview panel

hội đồng phỏng vấn

During the interview, I felt nervous in front of the interview panel.

not long for this world

không còn lâu nữa cho thế giới này

"Why are short people disappearing?" "Because they're not long for this world"

spend a penny

take a leak

Excuse me, I need to spend a penny before we continue our walk.

powder my nose

spend a penny

Excuse me, I need to powder my nose before we continue with dinner.

effing and blinding

F*ck it you mother fu*ker, son of a b*tch, ass***e, bastard, c*ck, d*ckhead

When he lost the game, he started effing and blinding in frustration.

in your birthday suit

naked

It's not a romantic Korean film without the boy and girl seeing each other im their birthday suit by accidence.

in the altogether

naked

She joked that she forgot her swimsuit and would have to swim in the altogether.

make the ultimate sacrifice

die while fighting for a principle

The soldier made the ultimate sacrifice to protect his comrades during the battle.

friendly fire

killed by his own side

During the game, a player accidentally hit his teammate, which everyone jokingly called friendly fire.

four-letter word

rude word

He was upset and shouted a four-letter word.

pardon my french

excuse my rudeness

When he accidentally dropped the box, he exclaimed, 'Oh, damn it! Pardon my French.

a bit on the side

sexual relationship

They were happy together, but he still had a bit on the side that he never mentioned.

my number is up

số của tôi đã hết

When the storm hit, she felt like her number was up.

big c

cancer

My friend is fighting the big c, and we are all supporting her.

put to sleep

put out of its misery

The vet had to put the sick dog to sleep to end its suffering.

comfort break

break to take a leak

Let's take a comfort break before we continue with the presentation.

cold calling

contacting people by phone to sell something or to ask for business, without any prior contact or relationship.

Many companies rely on cold calling to find new clients.

never look back

not dwell on the past or to not regret past decisions. Instead, it encourages focusing on the present and future. Meaning

After graduating, she decided to never look back and focus on her new career.

purchasing power

ability to buy goods

The rise in prices has decreased the purchasing power of many families.

stocked

đã được dự trữ

The store is fully stocked for the holiday season.

trade up

exchange something for something better or of higher value

After saving for a few months, I decided to trade up my old phone for the latest model.

brand loyalty

the loyalty to one product

Many companies invest in advertising to build brand loyalty among their customers.

loss leader

product that a store sells at a price lower than its market cost

The supermarket used milk as a loss leader to draw in customers for other groceries.

niche market

specific, defined segment of the market that is targeted by a particular product or service

Our company has found success in a niche market for eco-friendly products.

come under the hammer

được đưa ra đấu giá

The antique vase will come under the hammer at the auction tomorrow.

hammer out

reach an agreement

After several meetings, they finally managed to reach a compromise and hammer out a deal that satisfied everyone.

swallow up

nuốt chửng

The new technology will swallow up a lot of our time if we don't manage it well.

capital asset

something valuable that a person or a business owns. It can be used to generate income or can be sold for money.

The company invested in new machinery, which is considered a capital asset.

letting

the activity of allowing sb to live in your house for money

Online holiday property letting agency.

amalgamation

sự hợp nhất a merger

The amalgamation of the two companies created a stronger business entity.

probe

thăm dò

The detective decided to probe deeper into the case.

not have the foggiest idea

know nothing

I asked him about the new game, but he said he didn't have the foggiest idea.

bore someone silly

làm ai đó buồn chán

His stories about fishing always bore everyone silly.

takeover bid

đấu thầu tiếp quản

After the takeover bid was accepted, the two companies began to merge their operations.

run a temperature

have a higher body temperature

After playing outside in the cold, she started to run a temperature.

write out

viết ra

Please write out the instructions so everyone can understand them.

elevated

cao

She felt an elevated sense of happiness after receiving the good news. elevated temperature/prices

methodical

doing things in an ordered and careful way

The scientist took a methodical approach to his experiments, ensuring every step was carefully planned. She is very methodical in her studies, making sure to review her notes every day.

obliging

accomodating, willing to help

The obliging waiter brought us extra napkins without us asking.

superficial

never thinking about serious things

His comments were superficial and did not address the real issues.

insecure

uncertain, unconfident

She feels insecure about her appearance.

tactless

thiếu tế nhị, inconsiderate, insensitive

His tactless comments about her dress made her feel embarrassed.

grounded

To be well-balanced and sensible. It describes someone who is practical and realistic.

She is very grounded and always makes wise decisions, not intuitive like some of her exes, no wonder she ditched all of them.

placid

calm, tranquil, serene

She has a placid demeanor that puts everyone at ease.

magnetic personality

People with a magnetic personality often draw others to them because of their charisma, confidence, and friendliness.

Everyone loves to be around Sarah because she has a magnetic personality.

sharp-tongued

speaks in a way that is very direct, often critical, and can be hurtful.

Her sharp-tongued comments often hurt people's feelings.

unstinting

Generous Lavish Unselfish Magnanimous Openhanded

The volunteers showed unstinting dedication to helping the community.

irresolute

không quyết đoán

The leader was irresolute about the next steps to take, causing confusion among the team.

dogmatic

Opinionated, sure of their beliefs and opinions, often without considering other viewpoints.

The teacher was dogmatic about her teaching methods, refusing to try new approaches.

pithy

brief, yet full of meaning or substance

Her pithy remarks during the meeting kept everyone engaged.

shoulder the blame

gánh chịu trách nhiệm

After the project failed, the manager decided to shoulder the blame instead of blaming the team for not being head and shoulders...

weighty tome

and heavy book, often one that is serious or scholarly in nature

The professor assigned a weighty tome on ancient history for the class.

fat chance

cant happen so screw you

“She said she would help us with the project, but fat chance she will actually show up.”

walk into a job

get a job easilyyyyyyyy

He was so confident that he would walk straight into a job right after graduation.

lanky

gangly, thin and tall, moving awkwardly

He was a lanky teenager who grew taller every summer.

gangly

lanky, thin and tall

The gangly teenager tripped over his own feet while trying to run.

bulk up

make ur body bigger and heavier

He wants to bulk up before the summer to look good at the beach.

wiry

thin but strong

She had a wiry frame, which made her an excellent dancer.

scowl

leer at

The teacher scowled at the students for talking during the lesson.

twitch

suddenly move with small movements

He couldn't help but twitch when he heard the loud noise.

tap your fingers

Drum your fingers Flick your fingers Beat your fingers

She started to tap her fingers on the table while waiting for her food.

deeply offended

bị xúc phạm sâu sắc

He felt deeply offended when his ideas were ignored in the meeting.

spotlessly clean

sạch sẽ không tì vết

She always keeps her room spotlessly clean, with everything in its place.

thoroughly ashamed

hoàn toàn xấu hổ

He was thoroughly ashamed of his behavior at the party last night.

wildly inaccurate

WRONG

The report was wildly inaccurate, leading to many misunderstandings.

wildly exaggerated

overstated in an exaggerated way

Her claims about winning the race were wildly exaggerated; she didn't even finish in the top ten.

mildly surprised

hơi ngạc nhiên

She was mildly surprised by the news, but it didn't change her plans.

greatly appreciate

rất trân trọng

She said she would greatly appreciate any advice you can give her.

cut and run

leave a situation quickly

When the storm started, the campers decided to cut and run before it got worse.

thoroughly enjoy

tận hưởng

She thoroughly enjoys playing soccer with her friends.

busman's holiday

situation where someone spends their free time doing the same kind of work they do for a living

Even on her vacation, Sarah couldn't help but check her emails; it felt like a busman's holiday.

check in desk

quầy làm thủ tục

I went to the check in desk to get my boarding pass for the flight.

get away from it all

Tránh xa tất cả

She decided to take a weekend trip to the mountains to get away from it all.

somehow or other

bằng cách này hay cách khác

Somehow or other, we ended up at the same restaurant without planning it.

impetuous

quickly and without thinking carefully.

Her impetuous decision to quit her job surprised everyone.

effusive

expressing feelings that is very enthusiastic, emotional, or unrestrained

Her effusive compliments made him blush, as he wasn't used to such praise.

excitable

dễ bị kích động

She is an excitable person who gets thrilled about every little thing.

pushy

overly aggressive or forceful in trying to get what they want. I

She was so pushy at the store, insisting that I buy the most expensive item.

well balanced

calm, reasonable

The gymnast performed a well balanced routine that impressed the judges.

percipient

perceptive, perspicacious, astute

The percipient student quickly grasped the complex concepts in class.

inward looking

on one's own thoughts, feelings, or experiences rather than on external factors or the outside world.

After a long day, she preferred to spend her evenings in an inward looking way, journaling her thoughts.

diffident

rụt rè

Even though he had great ideas, his diffident demeanor held him back from sharing them.

insular

narrow-minded or not open to new ideas.

The insular community had little contact with the outside world.

disdain to do something

feel that something is not worth your time or effort. It shows a lack of respect or interest in doing that action.

She disdained to answer the silly question from her classmates.

disdainful

khinh bỉ

The critic was disdainful of the movie, calling it a waste of time.

unapproachable

difficult to reach, talk to, or get close

The new teacher seemed unapproachable, making the students nervous to ask questions.

pigheaded

bướng bỉnh

Despite all the evidence, he remained pigheaded about his decision.

a pig in a blanket

sausage

The pigheaded pig was made into a pig in the blanket.

turn a profit

tạo ra lợi nhuận

The new restaurant was able to turn a profit within its first year of operation.

tell your fortune

xem vận mệnh của bạn

During the party, a guest offered to tell everyone's fortune with tarot cards, whatever they are.

properly speaking

nói đúng ra, really

Properly speaking, we should refer to it as a "bicycle" and not a "bike.(so pendantic)

talk business

discuss work-related topics

During the meeting, we will talk business and plan our next steps.

profess

declare or state something openly, often about beliefs, feelings, or knowledge.

She kept professing ignorance of the affair, but I think she was being economical with the truth.

protest innocence

yeah..this one's obvious

After being accused of cheating, she decided to protest her innocence in front of the school board.

divulge

tiết lộ

The journalist decided to divulge the details of the investigation to the public. During the meeting, he chose not to divulge any information and about the upcoming project as well as the sources of it.

break the news

tell ab about sth bad

Jonathan had to break the news to her friends that Jane fell off that mortal coil fighting off the big C.

only have eyes for

be very interested in or attracted to someone, often to the exclusion of others

She only has eyes for him, ignoring everyone else at the party.

tip-off

lời cảnh báo

The police acted on the tip-off, and caught the thief red-handed.

file for

officially request sth

She decided to file for divorce after many years of marriage in a broken home with the dickless alcoholic, A.K.A her fiance.

come down on

criticize sb heavily

The teacher came heavily down on the students for not doing their so-called homework, even though they were on their summer vacation, like..wtf?

soak up

absorb or take in something

During our vacation, we wanted to soak up the atmosphere on the summit of the tallest mountain in the world, Everest.

free up

make something available or to remove something that is blocking or taking up space, time, or resources.

I will free up my schedule this weekend to help you move. Can you free up some time this weekend? I wanna go to a hotel with you ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

keep up

maintain the same level

He studied every day to keep up his grades in school. I'll have a foolproof plan to keep up my english even after the exams are all over.

dip into

1, To use a small amount of something 2,To briefly read or look at something

She decided to dip into her savings to buy a new bike. I like to dip into a few chapters of this book before bed.

two-faced

hai mặt

She was so two-faced; she smiled at me but talked behind my back. I don't consider her a true friend of mine so fuck her.

rival

đối thủ

She has always been my arch rival in tennis.( The challengers reference??)

sworn enemy

kẻ thù không đội trời chung

In the movie, the hero finally confronts his sworn enemy after years of conflict.

scrupulously honest

trung thực một cách tỉ mỉ

She is scrupulously honest in her business dealings, always ensuring that her clients know the truth.

unswerving

không lay chuyển

He showed unswerving loyalty to his friends, always standing by them in tough times.

staunch ally

đồng minh trung thành

The Soviet's staunch ally is the winter.

highly critical

rất quan trọng

The teacher gave a highly critical review of the student's project, pointing out many areas for improvement.

bumpy

Experiencing difficulties or challenges.

She lives in a broken home, with bumpy relationships with others, oh my... goodness...

the cat's whiskers

e something that is considered to be the best or of very high caliber

Her new bike is the cat's whiskers; I wish I had one like it!

a dog's life

life is tough

After losing his job, he felt like he was living a dog's life, and he hasn't got a cat in hell's chance to escape this life....

dog in the manger

someone prevents others from using something they do not need or want themselves. It often refers to selfish behavior.

She didn't want the toy, but she wouldn't let her brother play with it; she's such a dog in the manger.

bombastic

pompous, high-sounding but with little meaning; inflated

The politician's bombastic speech was filled with big words but said very little.

offhand

done without preparation or thought. It can also mean being casual or informal in a way that might seem rude or dismissive.

He made an offhand comment about the movie, not really thinking about how it might hurt someone's feelings.

in vitro

trong ống nghiệm

In vitro fertilization is a process where an egg is combined with sperm outside the body.

go into labour

chuyển dạ

She started to feel contractions and knew she was about to go into labour.

doddery

weak, unsteady, or shaky, often due to old age.

She found it endearing how her doddery grandmother would tell the same stories over and over.

crematorium

lò hỏa táng

After the ceremony, the ashes were taken to the crematorium for cremation.

condolence

chia buồn

/kənˈdəʊləns/ Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss.

fatalities

tử vong deaths that occur as a result of an accident, disaster, or other unfortunate events

The report indicated a high number of fatalities due to the storm.

intestate

không có di chúc

After her grandfather passed away intestate, the family had to navigate the legal process to determine who would inherit his estate.

industrial action

strikes, work stoppages, or other forms of protest.

The workers decided to go on industrial action to demand better wages.

professional misconduct

hành vi sai trái nghề nghiệp

The doctor faced serious consequences for his professional misconduct during the surgery.

circulate

lưu hành move around or pass from one person or place to another.

We need to circulate the documents to all team members.

relieve of

free someone from a burden, duty, or responsibility

He was relieved of his duties after the project was completed.

wrongful dismissal

Unlawful termination Unjust dismissal Improper firing

Many workers are unaware of their rights regarding wrongful dismissal.

lose livelihood

lose ur bread and butter

If the factory closes, several families will lose their livelihood.

work unsocial hours

làm việc ngoài giờ quy định

Many healthcare workers have to work unsocial hours to provide care for patients, and they often have menial jobs like eating corpses or unaliving zombies inside the 27 mortuaries.

living wage

mức lương đủ sống

The company decided to pay all its employees a living wage to help them support their families.

throw a sickie

pretend to be sick, feign a sickness

He decided to throw a sickie because he wanted to go to the concert instead of working.

stay the course

continue with a plan or action despite difficulties or challenges.

The annual turnover of staff in the company is high, so it's hard for him to stay the course and get the living wage, he even once tried working unsocial hours but...

take the long view

nhìn xa trông rộng

She decided to take the long view and focus on her education instead of rushing into a job.

poor judgement

phán đoán kém

He showed poor judgement by investing all his money in a risky business.

against your better judgement

to do something even though you know it might not be the best decision.

I went to the party against my better judgement, even though I had a big exam the next day.

error of judgement

Wrong decision

The coach admitted that his error of judgement cost the team the championship.

fertile

creative and plentiful.

She has a fertile imagination that helps her write amazing stories.

lateral thinking

way of solving problems by approaching them from different angles, rather than using traditional or straightforward methods.

Her lateral thinking helped the team find a unique solution to the problem.

nagging doubt

sự nghi ngờ dai dẳng

She felt a nagging doubt about whether her nagging pain was caused by accident.

wrestle with

vật lộn với struggle or have difficulty dealing with something.

She had to wrestle with her feelings before making a decision.

turn heads

attract attention or to make people look at something or someone because they are surprised, impressed, or curious.

The magician's incredible tricks always turn heads and leave the audience amazed.

lock away

keep something hidden or to prevent someone from accessing it.

She decided to lock away her feelings to avoid getting hurt.

go off something

lose interest in sth

I used to love playing soccer, but I have gone off it lately.

get up to

To do something, often something mischievous or secret:

He usually gets up to some fun activities during the summer.

in one fell swoop

all at once

He completed all his assignments in one fell swoop.

eat out of house and home

o consume so much food that it causes someone to run out of food or resources.

If you keep inviting your friends over for dinner, they will eat you out of house and home.

lay it on a bit thick

exaggerate or overdo something, especially when giving compliments or making a point.

During the presentation, she laid it on a bit thick with the compliments for her boss.

star-crossed

unlucky, ill fated

Romeo and Juliet are often described as star-crossed lovers in Shakespeare's play.

pound of flesh

a demand for something that is owed, often in a harsh or cruel way.

After the argument, he wanted his pound of flesh, insisting that she pay him back every cent.

send someone packing

boot out

After the argument, she told him to leave and sent him packing.

focus group

group of people who are brought together to discuss and give their opinions about a specific topic, product, or idea

The company organized a focus group to learn what customers think about their new product.

consumer behavior

the way people make decisions about buying products or services.

Understanding consumer behavior helps companies create better products.

buying habit

thói quen mua sắm

Many companies study buying habits and customer behavior to improve their marketing strategies.

marketing campaign

chiến dịch quảng cáo

Our marketing campaign includes social media ads and email newsletters.

target audience

đối tượng mục tiêu

The advertisement was designed specifically for the target audience of young adults. Pre-school children are the target audience for the show.

advertising agency

công ty quảng cáo

The advertising agency created a catchy slogan for the new product.

brand identity

the visible elements of a brand, such as its name, logo, design, and overall style, that distinguish it from others

The company updated its brand identity to attract a younger audience.

demographic profile

summary of the characteristics of a specific group of people.

The company created a demographic profile to better understand its target audience.

customer relationship management

quản lý quan hệ khách hàng

Effective customer relationship management can lead to higher customer satisfaction and loyalty.

product development

phát triển sản phẩm creating a new product or improving an existing one

The company is focusing on product development to meet customer needs.

market segmentation

dividing a larger market into smaller groups of people who have similar needs or characteristics.

By applying market segmentation, the brand was able to create products that appealed to different age groups.

market share

thị phần portion of a market controlled by a particular company or product.

Market share is an important indicator of a company's success in its field.

product placement

marketing strategy where brands pay to have their products featured in movies, TV shows, or other media.

The movie featured a lot of product placement, showcasing popular drinks and snacks throughout the scenes.

guerilla marketing

a creative and unconventional way of promoting a product or service.

The company used guerilla marketing to create buzz around their new product by organizing a flash mob in the city center.

brand awareness

knowledge of the name of a company and the products it sells:

High brand awareness can lead to increased sales. Manufacturers see the Internet as a way to promote brand awareness.

coverage

phủ sóng

The news coverage of the event was extensive. There was very little media coverage of the event. The case has attracted a huge amount of press coverage. Live coverage showed the team celebrating after the game.

celebrity endorsement

when a famous person promotes a product or service.

The new sports drink is popular because of its celebrity endorsement by a famous athlete.

customer-focused

tập trung vào khách hàng

The company is very customer-orientated, always asking for feedback to improve their products.

customer retention

giữ chân khách hàng

They implemented a new program aimed at increasing customer retention rates.

market leader

company or brand that has the largest share of sales in a particular market.

The company became a global market leader by offering the best quality products throughout the world.

flagship

the best or most important product, service, or location of a company or organization.

The flagship store in New York attracts many tourists and locals alike.

product life cycle

vòng đời sản phẩm

Understanding the product life cycle can help businesses plan for future changes in the market.

midriff

area of the body between the chest and the wais

She wore a beautiful dress that showed off her midriff.

see-through

trong suốt

He installed see-through curtains to let in more light while maintaining some privacy, but she decided to wear see-through fabrics.

frumpy

luộm thuộm

She wore a frumpy dress that looked like it was from the 1980s.

dress-down day

ngày mặc đồ thoải mái

Everyone is excited for dress-down day this Friday! We can wear see-through, frumpy or clingy clothes, boys will be lusted.

clingy

bám dính

My little brother can be really clingy when he wants to play with me.

smart casual

dress code that combines elements of formal and casual wear

For the wedding reception, the invitation said to dress in smart casual attire. You should try it, see-through and frumpy clothes companies are market leaders nowadays.

dolled up

dressed up to the nines

To increase customer retention, the company develop a new type of attire that will dole people up smart-casually, it is really customer-orientated. This can increase brand awareness substantially. What a guerilla marketing campaign.

designer clothes

quần áo thiết kế

Even in dress-down days, she still wears designer labels, dolled up in see-through overalls that are not frumpy.

on the high street

main shopping area in a town or city.

I love shopping on the high street because there are so many stores to choose from.

made-to-measure

được làm theo yêu cầu tailor made, custom made

The tailor created a made-to-measure suit for the wedding.

the latest fashion

thời trang mới nhất

She always knows how to dress in the latest fashion.

height of fashion

đỉnh cao của thời trang

Her dress was the height of fashion at the gala last night.

set a new trend

thiết lập một xu hướng mới

The trend-setter set a new trend with her colorful and unique clothing line, it's on trend at the moment.

a slave to fashion

very obsessed with following the latest trends in clothing and style

She is such a slave to fashion that she buys new clothes every week.

hand in glove

in league with

The teacher and the parents worked hand in glove to support the students' learning.

an iron hand in a velvet glove

to have a strict or tough approach while appearing gentle or kind on the outside

Though he seemed friendly, his decisions showed he ruled with an iron hand in a velvet glove.

straitjacket

a situation that limits someone's freedom or creativity.

She felt like her job was a straitjacket, preventing her from expressing her true creativity. I think they actually clipped her wings on purpose.

no frills

không rườm rà

The airline offers a no frills service, so you only pay for your seat and nothing else.

hem in

surround or confine someone or something, making it difficult for them to move freely.

She felt hemmed in by all the rules at school and wanted more freedom.

burst at the seams

to be completely full:

After the holiday season, the store was bursting at the seams with customers looking for sales.

feather in your cap

an achievement or a point of pride.

Winning the science fair was a real feather in her cap.

aladdin's cave

hang động của aladdin

The antique shop was like Aladdin's Cave, filled with beautiful furniture and rare collectibles.

Man Friday

a person who is very helpful and reliable, often someone who assists another person in their work or daily tasks.

After years of working together, John became my Man Friday, always ready to help with any project.

jekyll and hyde

Jekyll và Hyde

Sometimes, he acts like a Jekyll and Hyde, being nice one moment and angry the next.

prince charming

a perfect romantic partner, often someone who is handsome, kind, and heroic.

She always dreamed of meeting her Prince Charming one day.

an albatross around your neck

a heavy burden or a problem that you cannot get rid of.

After losing his job, the debt felt like an albatross around his neck.

like ships that pass in the night

two people who meet briefly and then go their separate ways, often without any lasting connection.

They met at the party, but they were like ships that pass in the night, never to see each other again.

ivory tower

a state of privileged seclusion or separation from the practical concerns of everyday life.

The professor spent so much time in his ivory tower that he forgot what his students really needed.

good value for money

giá trị tốt cho số tiền bỏ ra

The new smartphone is a good value for money because it has many features at a low price.

make a complaint

khiếu nại

I need to make a complaint about the service I received at the restaurant.

offer a discount

cung cấp một mức giảm giá

The store decided to offer a discount on winter clothes to attract more customers.

place an order

đặt hàng

I would like to place an order for a pizza.

place bets

đặt cược

Many people like to place bets on their favorite sports teams during the season.

place an advertisement

put an ad in a newspaper, magazine, online, or other media to promote a product, service, or event.

She decided to place an advertisement for her tutoring services online.

regular customer

khách hàng thường xuyên

She is a regular customer at the coffee shop and always orders the same drink, and she's also a satisfied customer .

healthy competition

cạnh tranh lành mạnh

The students enjoyed healthy competition during the science fair, which motivated them to work harder on their projects.

prompt service

dịch vụ nhanh chóng

The restaurant is known for its prompt service, making it a favorite among locals.

next-day

ngày hôm sau

We offer next-day delivery for all online orders. She scheduled a next-day appointment with the doctor.

top quality

chất lượng hàng đầu

The restaurant is known for its top quality food and service.

put you on hold

temporarily stop a conversation, usually during a phone call, while waiting for someone to return or to find information

Thank you for your patience; I had to put you on hold to find the right department. I'm placing bets about him, he'll put you on hold as usual, you should kick up a fuss about that.

kick up a fuss

làm ầm ĩ lên

When the teacher changed the schedule, some students kicked up a fuss about it.

full refund

hoàn tiền đầy đủ

The store offered a full refund for the shoes that didn't fit.

put someone on a pedestal

think sbs perfect

She put her favorite singer on a pedestal, thinking he could do no wrong.

knock someone off their pedestal

hạ bệ ai đó make someone feel less important or to show that they are not as great as they think they are.

After the scandal, the celebrity was knocked off their pedestal and faced criticism from fans.

grounds for complaint

căn cứ để khiếu nại

The customer had valid grounds for complaint after receiving the wrong order so he made a complaint, which is justifiable.

honour

To honour a promise or agreement is to do what you said you would:

The company has failed to honour its commitments.

do the honours

perform a special task or duty, often in a polite or ceremonial way.

When it was time to cut the cake, the host said, "Please, do the honours!

come up to

reach a certain level or standard.

His performance in the game came up to our expectations.

handle complaints

xử lý khiếu nại

It is important to handle complaints quickly to keep customers happy.

enclose

to send something in the same envelope or parcel as something else:

We therefore will enclose the requested refund and trust that you'll continue to shop with us and will never again have grounds for complaint about our goods.

mental agility

sự nhanh nhẹn về tinh thần

Her mental agility helped her solve the puzzle in just a few minutes.

win a scholarship

giành được học bổng

She worked hard to win a scholarship for her college education.

attend school

đi học

Every day, I attend school to learn new things.

apply to

Making a formal request for something, like a job or a school.

She decided to apply to several different jobs and universities.

straight a

with the highest possible grades, typically an "A," in all subjects.

Being a straight A student can open many doors for college applications.

set texts

specific books or pieces of writing that are chosen for study in a class or educational program

In our literature class, we will be discussing the set texts for this semester.

distinguished

recognized for excellence or has a special quality that makes them stand out.

She is a distinguished scientist in the field of biology.

leading authority

cơ quan có thẩm quyền hàng đầu

The university invited a leading authority in artificial intelligence to give a guest lecture.

formal education

giáo dục chính quy

He's got no formal education, but he won a scholarship and now is a distinguised leading authority after attending to several universities, what a Straight-A student.

đăng ký

I want to sign up for the art class next week. He signed for some Ielts courses to improve his English.

meet requirements

đạt yêu cầu

The student worked hard to meet the requirements for the entry test, no matter if they were straight-A students or not, or even who attended school regularly or not because they'd honor their promise to pass the test. I'm placing bets on that.

marked

obvious or noticeable:

The marked difference in her performance surprised everyone. He had a marked talent for drawing from a young age. There was a marked improvement in the team's results this season.

natural talent

tài năng thiên bẩm

She has a natural talent for painting, creating beautiful artwork effortlessly and got full marks in every single test, her attention does wander sometimes though.

quick learner

người học nhanh

The teacher praised him for being a quick learner during the math lessons and got full marks, his concentration does waver sometimes though.

demonstrate your ability

Show your skill

During the interview, the candidate was asked to clearly demonstrate their ability to solve complex problems.

proven ability

a skill or talent that has been demonstrated successfully in the past

He clearly demonstrated a proven ability to have think outside the box, showing lots of initiative, He does play truant sometimes though.

hovel

túp lều

The old man lived in a hovel at the edge of the village and it was fucking run down.

penthouse

căn hộ áp mái

They bought a beautiful penthouse with a stunning view of the city.

social housing

affordable housing provided by the government or non-profit organizations.

The city is planning to build more social housing to help families in need.

council estate

large group of social housings

Many families live in a council estate because it offers affordable rent.

high-rise

skyscraper, tower block

The city skyline is filled with high-rise buildings that touch the clouds.

granny flat

living space that is usually built on the same property as a larger house.

He lived in a hovel after moving out from a council estate of social housings, dreaming about high-rises with penthouses of his own, with furnished granny flats for old people that helped him.

household name

a person, brand, or product that is very well known and recognized by many people

After years of hard work, she became a household name in the music industry.

hit home

something has a strong emotional impact or that it is very relevant to someone’s personal experience.

The full horror of the war only hit home when we started seeing the television pictures of it in our living rooms.

sheltered

protected or kept safe from harm, danger, or unpleasant conditions.

The children grew up leading a sheltered life away from the troubles of the world

house of cards

a structure or situation that is very weak and likely to collapse

The company's financial plan was a house of cards, and it collapsed when the market changed.

stag party

tiệc độc thân

We are planning a big stag party for Tom next month.

hen night

đêm tiệc độc thân

We are planning a surprise hen night for Sarah next weekend.

fancy dress party

tiệc hóa trang

I'm excited to go to the fancy dress party this weekend! Do you like it or dress-down partties?

wedding reception

a celebration that takes place after a wedding ceremony.

The wedding reception will be held at the grand hotel downtown.

black tie

cà vạt đen

The invitation clearly stated that the event was black tie, so everyone dressed in their best formal attire.

launch party

a special event that celebrates the introduction of a new product, service, or project

We are excited to invite you to our book launch party next Friday.

leaving do

party or gathering that is held to celebrate someone who is leaving a job, school, or place.

We are organizing a leaving do for HMH, NCC, etc next week.

do lunch

ăn trưa

Let's do lunch tomorrow and catch up on everything.

hobnob

socialize or mix with people, especially those who are wealthy or influential

She loves to hobnob with celebrities at film festivals.

mixed bag

a collection of different things or a situation that has both good and bad parts.

Her performance in the competition was a mixed bag; she did well in some events but struggled in others.

rub shoulders

hobnob

At the charity gala, I had the chance to rub shoulders with famous actors and musicians.

networking

act of connecting with people to share information, ideas, or resources

Effective career networking is crucial for individuals to access new job opportunities and gain valuable insights within their industries". She attended the conference for networking opportunities with other professionals.

knock around

spend time in a casual or relaxed way, often without a specific purpose.

After school, we like to knock around the park and play games.

party animal

someone who loves to go to parties and enjoys socializing.

My friend is such a party animal; she goes out every weekend! It's really easy to knock around with him.

cliquey

exclusive and does not easily include others

The new students felt left out because the popular kids were so cliquey.

an item

having a romantic relationship

They are an item, usually knocking around with each other like pary animals, they are also straight-A students who always get full marks.

stand you up

did not show up for a meeting or a date when they were expected to be there.

He honoured his promise to meet me in the hovel in the council estate and didn't stand me up nor put me on hold, which really came up to my expectations.

dignitary

VIP

The mayor stood the dignitary up.

disjointed

rời rạc not connected or is lacking a smooth flow.

The presentation was disjointed, making it hard for the audience to follow the main points.

garbled

confused, mixed up, or unclear

The message was garbled, and I couldn't understand what they were trying to say.

risque

slightly indecent or likely to offend, especially in a playful or humorous way.

The comedian's jokes were a bit risque, making the audience laugh and gasp at the same time.

gripping

very interesting or exciting. It can also mean something that holds your attention strongly.

This movie is so gripping that I couldn't take my eyes off the screen.

harrowing

very distressing or upsetting.

The documentary about the war was so harrowing that many people cried while watching it.

up and coming

becoming successful or popular.

The up and coming artist is gaining a lot of attention for her unique style.

typecast

actor is repeatedly given the same type of role.

After playing the villain in several movies, he was worried he would always be typecast as a bad guy.

pan

slate

Peter Pan was panned by people because of his risque speech.

slate

pan or criticise

The Peter PAN was slated and panned.

be the bomb

great, awesome, or excellent.

This pizza is the bomb!

booed

make a loud noise to show disapproval or to express that you do not like something

The crowd booed the referee for making a bad call during the game.

total flop

something that has failed completely or has not met expectations.

The movie was a total flop at the box office, earning less than expected.

miscast

assign someone to a role or position that is not suitable for them

Many critics said the movie was disappointing because the main actor was miscast.

audition

trial performance where someone shows their skills to get a role in a play, movie, or other performance.

She has an audition for the lead role in the play.

critique

detailed analysis and assessment of something, such as a piece of writing, art, or a performance.

His critique of the film was very insightful and in-depth.

fade into the background

become less noticeable or to stop being the center of attention

After the new project started, her contributions seemed to fade into the background.

vigorous

strong, energetic, and full of life

He is known for his vigorous approach to problem-solving.

formulate

create or prepare something in a systematic way. It often refers to developing a plan, idea, or method by carefully thinking about it.

Scientists need to formulate a new theory to explain the results.

the thrust

strength of an idea or argument.

Her argument had a strong thrust that convinced everyone in the room.

when you were a twinkle in your father's eye

the time before a person was born.

When you were a twinkle in your father's eye, your parents were dreaming about having sex to give birth to you.

go back a long way

have a long history or a long relationship with someone or something.

My grandparents go back a long way; they have been friends since childhood.

tower of strength

person who is very strong, reliable, and supportive, especially in difficult times.

During her tough times, her best friend was a true tower of strength.

I thought as much

you had a feeling or suspicion about something, and it has been confirmed

When she said she was late because of traffic, I replied, "I thought as much.

my heart sank

sudden disappointment, sadness, or worry

When I heard that my best friend was moving away, my heart sank.

hard pressed

be in a difficult situation or to have a lot of pressure or stress

She was hard pressed to finish her homework before the deadline not to get slated and panned by my teacher.

get out of bed on the wrong side

start the day in a bad mood or to feel grumpy for no particular reason.

She must have gotten out of bed on the wrong side today; she snapped at everyone.

sore point

điểm đau

Bringing up his childhood can be a sore point for him. And I did, and really put my foot in it.

put on a brave face

tỏ ra can đảm

Even though she was nervous about the exam, she put on a brave face and smiled at her friends.

nose something out

discover or find something by using intuition or careful observation.

She was able to nose out the truth behind the rumors at school.

subject matter

main topic or content of something, such as a book, discussion, or piece of art

The subject matter of the presentation was very interesting and informative.

visual literacy

khả năng đọc hiểu trực quan

Students improve their visual literacy by analyzing different types of artwork.

inured

desentisized, to be accustomed to something, especially something unpleasant

After years of working in a noisy environment, she became inured to the sound of machinery.

pedestrian

ordinary, lacking exciment, prosaic, earthbound

Her books, with few exceptions, are workmanlike but pedestrian. His speech was long and pedestrian.

earthbound

prosaic, pedestrian, uninteresting

Her books, with few exceptions, are workmanlike but pedestrian and earthbound His speech was long and pedestrian, it was also prosaic and earthbound.

spring a surprise

To do something unexpected that surprises someone

We decided to spring a surprise party for her birthday.

social whirl

vòng xoáy xã hội

After moving to the city, she found herself caught up in a social whirl of parties and events.

throw a party

tổ chức một bữa tiệc

We are going to throw a party for Sarah's birthday this weekend to celebrate her boufriend, a man of many parts.

sketchy

sơ sài

The plan for the project was a bit sketchy, so we need to add more details. He's a bit sketchy, but his exes are even sketchier.

peerless

vô song

The whizz kid's peerless performance in the competition earned him a gold medal, he ate all his opponents for breakfast.

play host

entertain guests or to be responsible for hosting an event or gathering

First lemme thank you for playing host to welcome reception for out colleagues and for makin' us so welcome at the hall last week

find time

have enough time

I'm grateful you can find time to pay us a flying visit at our meeting, where we heard you intend to join the festivities at the ceremory of the festival.

festivities

celebrations or events that are joyful and often involve special activities, such as parties, ceremonies, or festivals.

The town is preparing for the annual festivities that celebrate the harvest.

attend a function

To go to an event or gathering, usually for a specific purpose, such as a celebration, meeting, or ceremony.

I will attend a function at the school this weekend where I can meet John, a mine of information of history, a true whizz kid with more than one string to his bow.

convivial atmosphere

bầu không khí thân thiện

The restaurant had a convivial atmosphere, making it perfect for family gatherings.

explore all avenues

look into every possible option or method to find a solution or achieve a goal.

Before making a decision, we should explore all avenues to ensure we choose the best option. By doing so, you can become a whizz kid.

a mine of information

sb who's a lot of knowledge

My teacher is a mine of information about history.

a man of many parts

someone who has a variety of skills, talents, or interests.

John is truly a whizz kid of many parts; he can play the guitar, paint, and even cook gourmet meals. So we can count on that mine of information.

whizz kid

đứa trẻ thần đồng

My little brother is a financial whizz kid; he can create games all by himself. Let's throw a surprise party for him.

get-up-and-go

energy, enthusiasm and strong wish to get things done

That whizz kid's got plenty of get-up-and-go.

have more than one string to your bow

have multiple skills or options available

She has more than one string to her bow; she can sing, dance, and act.

a glutton for punishment

someone who seems to enjoy or willingly puts themselves in difficult or unpleasant situations, even when they know it will be hard or painful.

Even after failing the exam twice, she decided to take the same course again; she's such a glutton for punishment.

play the fool

đóng vai kẻ ngốc

Don't play the fool with your sketchy boss, I know you're inured to criticism, but how'd you have the get-up-and-go to be a glutton for punishment?

squall

cơn giông

He had spent years painstakingly restoring the ancient text, only to have his work nearly ruined by a sudden, violent squall; a final,

eponymous

named after a person, usually the main character in a story, a book, a movie, or a brand.

In the eponymous song, the artist shares their personal experiences.

juicy

ngon ngọt

She told me a juicy story about her vacation that I couldn't stop laughing at.

rumours flying around

tin đồn lan truyền khắp nơi

There are rumours flying around about a new student joining our class.

open your heart

be more emotional, honest, or vulnerable

During the therapy session, the counselor encouraged her to open her heart and share her fears.

drawn into

being pulled or attracted into a situation, activity, or feeling

She was drawn into the conversation about the new project.

hold a conversation

engage in a talk or discussion with someone.

During the meeting, we will hold a conversation about the new project.

bombard

overwhelm someone with questions, information, or criticism.

During the meeting, she was bombarded with questions from her colleagues.

broad generalization

a statement that makes a wide or sweeping claim about a group of people, things, or situations.

It is a broad generalization to say that all teenagers are irresponsible.

drop the subject

stop talking about a particular topic or to not continue discussing something

After arguing about the movie, she decided to drop the subject and talk about something else.

foul language

ngôn ngữ tục tĩu

He was so angry that he started using foul language.

opening gambit

nước đi mở màn

Her opening gambit was to ask about his favorite movie, which got the conversation flowing.

empty promise

lời hứa suông

He said he would help me with my homework, but it turned out to be an empty promise.

tough question

câu hỏi khó

During the interview, the candidate was asked a tough question about their weaknesses.

anti-aging

chống lão hóa

The spa offers a variety of anti-aging treatments, supplements and propertoes that help improve skin elasticity.

wrinkles

nếp nhăn.

So... this card is sponsored by the clinically proven anti-aging property SKINY, helping to banish all wrinkles and fine lines. Get this luxury cream right now for a flawless complexion, It's on sales now!!

peckish

đói bụng

Are you peckish? I have some cookies we can share.

unrivalled

vô song

This restaurant is known for its unrivalled service and delicious food.

glossy magazine

tạp chí bóng loáng

I love flipping through a glossy magazine while waiting at the doctor's office.

hugely popular

cực kỳ phổ biến

The new superhero movie is hugely popular among kids and adults alike.

excruciatingly

đau đớn tột cùng

The dentist's drill made the experience excruciatingly painful She waited excruciatingly long for the results of her exam He felt excruciatingly embarrassed when he tripped in front of everyone

rival theory

theory that competes with or challenges another existing theory by offering a different explanation for the same phenomenon.

In physics, Newtonian mechanics vs. Einstein’s theory of relativity → Einstein’s became dominant, but Newton’s is still useful in many contexts. In psychology, different theories about memory (e.g., multi-store model vs. levels of processing theory)

stare someone in the face

it is very easy to see or obvious.to be certain or almost certain to happen:

The answer has been staring us in the face all along! A rise in interest rates is staring us in the face. With all his debts piling up, bankruptcy and even death were staring him in the face.

vegetation

thảm thực vật

During our hike, we saw beautiful vegetation along the trail.

standby

chờ đợi

The flight is on standby, so we might have to wait for a seat.

roasting

(of the weather or a place) very hot and dry.

"a roasting day in Miami"

waterline

mực nước

The captain checked the waterline to ensure the ship was not overloaded.

braided

bện

She wore her hair in a beautiful braided style for the party.

unsung

not praised or recognized for their achievements or contributions.

The unsung heroes of the community worked hard to help others without seeking any recognition.

heraldic

huy hiệu

The museum has a collection of heraldic shields from the medieval period.

valedictorian

thủ khoa

She worked very hard all year and was proud to be named valedictorian of her class.

crease

nếp gấp

Called the Miura-ori, this rigid fold is made of mountain and valley creases; it’s essentially a pattern of closely packed parallelograms.

inimical

harmful and limiting

Pollution can have inimical effects on the environment and wildlife.

make an offer

đưa ra lời đề nghị

I would like to make an offer on the house we visited last week.

wade

lội

We decided to wade through the river to reach the other side.

change places

switch jobs

During the game, the teacher asked us to change places with our partners.

payroll

lương bổng

The company needs to update its payroll system to include new employees.

conniving

gian trá

The conniving villain plotted to steal the treasure from the unsuspecting heroes.

fracas

noisy disturbance or a loud quarrel

The fracas in the street drew the attention of everyone nearby.

poncho

áo choàng

The poncho kept him warm while he was camping in the mountains.

shifty

gian xảo

Her shifty answers made me doubt her honesty about the situation.

carrot and stick

a system in which you are rewarded for some actions and threatened with punishment for others:

The teacher used a carrot and stick approach to encourage students to complete their homework on time.

Liquidate

Thanh lý convert assets into cash or to settle a debt.

After the bankruptcy, they had to liquidate the inventory at a discount.

in my experience

Theo kinh nghiệm của tôi

In my experience, it's best to start studying early for exams.

conifer

cây lá kim

Many conifers are used for making furniture because of their strong wood.

bluff your way

Lừa dối để đạt được mục đích

I didn't stuudy but manhaed to bluff my eay througj the ecam by pretending tonlook cool and eruditr and good and handsome

spat

argument or disagreement

After their spat, they quickly made up and were friends again.

absolutely essential

hoàn toàn cần thiết

The instructions are absolutely essential for completing the project correctly.

horse sense

practical intelligence or common sense.

Even though she didn't go to college, her horse sense helped her run the family business successfully.

towaway zone

Khu vực cấm đỗ xe

If you park here, your car might be taken away because it's a towaway zone.

perturbation

sự nhiễu loạn

Her perturbation was clear when she heard the unexpected news.

root out

nhổ tận gốc

Eliminate Eradicate Remove Get rid of Exterminate The teacher wanted to root out the cheating in her classroom.

high gear

bánh răng cao

After the holiday break, the students returned to school in high gear, ready to learn.

formulation

process of creating or developing something,

The scientist worked on the formulation of a new medicine.

pastoral

Relating to the countryside or rural life

The pastoral landscape was filled with green fields and grazing sheep.

limbic system

hệ thống limbic

The limbic system is responsible for our feelings of happiness and sadness.

breaking point

the stage at which your control over yourself or a situation is lost:

The situation reached breaking point when his son crashed the family car. Her nerves were at breaking point.

expansive

happy to talk frfiendkly to people

His expansive personality makes it easy for him to make new friends.

substrate

chất nền

they demonstrated how light compression on a stiff, thin skin that’s supported by a soft, thick substrate can prompt the skin to settle into a Miura-ori like pattern, akin to how compression of the Earth’s cou-

in contention

able/not able to achieve or win sth

The team is still in contention for the championship title. This loss puts them out of contention for the playoffs this year. Her weak performance on the parallel bars put her out of contention for a medal.

be built on sand

with no foundations

The project was built on sand so it failed.

flotsam

pieces of wood or other material that are floating on the water, especially after a shipwreck.

The beach was covered in flotsam after the storm, making it look messy.

dig up dirt

find out unpleasant or embarrassing information about someone, often to use it against them.

The journalist tried to dig up dirt on the politician to write a scandalous article.

sweat the small stuff

Chú ý đến những chi tiết nhỏ

Don't sweat the small stuff; just enjoy your vacation!

full fathom five

năm sải tay

The diver explored the ocean floor, reaching full fathom five to see the colorful fish.

get in gear

vào cuộc

After a long vacation, it took me a few days to get in gear and catch up on my studies. I need to get my brain in gear before the big exam

xenophobia

sự sợ người lạ

Many organizations work to combat xenophobia and promote understanding between different cultures.

pelt (n)

tấm da

The hunter brought back the pelt of a deer.

interrelated

interdépendant

The economy and the environment are interrelated; changes in one can affect the other.

pull up short

surprise someone, often so that that person stops what they are doing

Seeing her picture in the paper pulled me up short.

hang tough

kiên trì

Even though the exam was hard, I told my friend to hang tough and do her best.

rusty

hoen gỉ

After years without playing, my guitar skills are a bit rusty.

paucity

sự ít ỏi, thiếu

The paucity of resources made it difficult for the team to complete the project.

pall on

makd sb bired bored

The party started off fun, but it began to pall on everyone after a few hours.

what a drag

Thật là phiền phức!

I wanted to go to the concert, but it got canceled. What a drag!

recreational

giải trí

The park has many recreational facilities, like playgrounds and sports fields.

sweeping change

sự thay đổi toàn diện

The new law brought about sweeping change in the education system.

major in

chuyên ngành

I decided to major in biology because I love science.

peg away

tiếp tục làm việc

He has been pegging away at his studies to prepare for the big exam.

keel over

o fall over suddenly, often because of illness or exhaustion

When she heard the surprising news, she nearly keels over in shock.

equivocate

prevaricate, speak or act in an intentionally vague way

The politician tended to equivocate when asked about his plans for the future.

non-aligned

not support or depend on any powerful country or group of countries.

Although there have been reports that the eight non-aligned delegations intend to put forward new proposals, they have not so far done so.

rickety

cũ kỹ

The old rickety bridge swayed in the wind, making everyone nervous.

lead up the garden path

deceive

It seems as if we've been led up the garden path about the position of our hotel - it's miles from the beach!

hold your own

successful among others

During the debate, he held his own and presented strong arguments.

half measures

biện pháp nửa vời

We can't afford to take half measures if we want to succeed in this project.

forward facing

hướng về phía trước

The car seat is forward facing, which is safer for older children.

under orders

theo lệnh

The soldiers were under orders to remain silent during the mission.

lark

chim sẻ

The lark sang beautifully at dawn, filling the air with its sweet melody.

eugenics

improving the genetic quality of a human population.

The eugenics movement in the early 20th century aimed to improve the human race through selective breeding, coined by Sir Francis Galton.

deskill

reducing the skill level required to perform a job or task.

As software becomes more user-friendly, it tends to deskill the work of graphic designers.

bandwidth

amount of data that can be transmitted over a network in a given amount of time

During peak hours, the bandwidth may decrease, causing slower download speeds.

take the fifth

Không trả lời

When asked about his involvement in the incident, he decided to take the fifth.

pitiable

thương tâm

After losing his job, he found himself in a pitiable state, struggling to make ends meet.

persiflage

funny conversation

The friends engaged in light persiflage, making jokes about each other's outfits.

nerve racking

gây căng thẳng

Waiting for the results of the competition was a nerve racking experience.

rsvp

Xin vui lòng xác nhận tham dự

The wedding invitation included an RSVP card for guests to fill out.

logging

khai thác gỗ

The logging industry is important for providing materials for building homes.

conviction

lòng tin chắc, sự kết án, phán quyết

She spoke with conviction about her beliefs.

contiguity

the fact of being next to or touching another, usually similar, thing

The north wing of the house is in immediate contiguity to the kitchen.

record label

company that produces and sells music.

The singer signed a contract with a new record label.

yob

thug

That yob was shouting and causing a scene at the pub last night.

meld

hòa quyện

The two companies will meld their resources to improve their services.

osmosis

thẩm thấu ideas or knowledge can spread or be absorbed over time

In the classroom, learning happens through osmosis when students share ideas and knowledge with each other.

shaman (n)

pháp sư

The shaman performed a ritual to bring good luck to the village.

piecemeal

not done acvordinh to plan and fragmented

She prefers to learn new skills piecemeal rather than all at once.

pegged

To set a fixed value

She pegged the price of the product to ensure it remained affordable for everyone.

no particular

không có gì đặc biệt

There is no particular reason for my decision.

quotation

the price that a person or company says they will charge to do a piece of work:

We decided to go with the lowest quotation.

sit on your hands

ngồi im không làm gì

Instead of sitting on your hands, why not volunteer to help with the project?

stubbed

bị cắt cụt

I stubbed my toe on the table leg.

freight (n)

vận chuyển hàng hóa

The freight for shipping the boxes was very high.

concatenate

nối liền

The programmer decided to concatenate the two strings to create a complete sentence.

bodywork

Thân xe

After the accident, the bodywork on my car needed extensive repairs.

monday blues

Hội chứng thứ Hai

After a relaxing weekend, I always get the Monday blues when I have to go back to work.

mulligan

second chance to perform an action, particularly when the first attempt was unsuccessful.

She considered her first attempt at baking a disaster, so she decided to take a mulligan and start over.

equable

calm, steady, and not easily disturbed

The equable climate of the region makes it a great place for growing crops.

metabolize

chuyển hóa

Exercise can help your body metabolize fat more efficiently.

bifocal

kính hai tròng

My grandmother wears bifocal glasses to read and watch TV.

hillock

gò đất

A rabbit was hiding behind the hillock in the garden.

hop off

nhảy xuống

When we reach the station, let's hop off and grab some food.

superlative (adj)

bậc nhất

The annual Great Migration of millions of wildebeest and zebras across the plains of the Serengeti is one of the world’s superlative natural events — but finding it isn’t always easy.

power play

stron' movement against another

In the meeting, she made a power play by interrupting others to push her agenda.

dupe

to deceive sb

The con artist managed to dupe many people out of their money.

the heavens open

suddenly starts to rain a lot:

Just as we got to the park, the heavens opened.

securities

chứng khoán

The company issued new securities to raise money for expansion.

drive home

talk aboiut sth

After the meeting, he decided to drive home his main point again.

sizzling

very exciting or passionate, especially sexually.

The movie was a sizzling hit, attracting many viewers.

imperturbable

không thể lay chuyển

Even during the storm, she remained imperturbable, reassuring everyone around her.

cosine

To find the length of the adjacent side, you can use the cosine function.

spill out

tràn ra

She couldn't hold back her feelings, and they spilled out during the conversation.

supremacism

chủ nghĩa ưu việt

Many activists work against racial supremacism to promote equality for all people.

gain a foothold

giành được chỗ đứng

After months of training, she finally gained a foothold in the competitive world of gymnastics.

blind spot

điểm mù

She has a blind spot when it comes to recognizing her own mistakes.

thick and fast

dày đặc và nhanh chóng

The ideas came thick and fast during the brainstorming session.

daylight robbery

m cắt cổ người à

Charging $10 for a bottle of water at the stadium is just daylight robbery.

degenerative

getting worse over time, especially in relation to health or physical condition.

Degenerative diseases like Alzheimer's can affect memory and daily activities.

tied up

bị trói

He got tied up in a meeting and couldn't answer his phone.

relative poverty

nghèo đói tương đối compared to others

The government is working on programs to reduce relative poverty in urban areas.

cast light on

chiếu sáng

The documentary cast light on the importance of protecting endangered species.

low-maintenance

ít bảo trì

She prefers low-maintenance pets, so she chose a fish instead of a dog.

take the shine off

make sth less enjouab;e

When he canceled at the last minute, it took the shine off the whole party.

more than one way to skin a cat

nhiều hơn một cách để lột da mèo

When fixing a bike, remember there’s more than one way to skin a cat; you can use different tools to get the job done.

inglenook

góc nhỏ

She decorated the inglenook with soft cushions and warm blankets.

kennels

chuồng chó

The kennels were clean and well-maintained, making it a safe place for the dogs.

jump start

start something quickly or to give it a boost

We need to jump start our project to meet the deadline.

scrape together

gom góp

They managed to scrape together some old furniture for their new apartment.

anemone

hải quỳ

We saw a colorful anemone while snorkeling in the ocean.

throw the fight

từ bỏ trận đấu

The boxer was accused of throwing the fight to help his friend win the championship.

phoneme

âm vị

In the word "bat," the phonemes are /b/, /æ/, and /t/.

pickings

thu hoạch

The farmer was happy with the pickings from his orchard this year.

happy camper

who is content, satisfied, or in a good mood.

Even though it rained during the trip, he was still a happy camper because he was with his friends.

vegetate

live in a very simple or inactive way

Sometimes, it's nice to vegetate and not worry about anything for a day.

in all fairness

Thật công bằng mà nói

In all fairness, we should consider his reasons for being late.

Precious stone

Đá quý

The ring was adorned with a sparkling precious stone.

Earing

Bông tai

She wore beautiful gold earrings to the party.

Tiepin

Kẹp cà vạt, ghim cà vạt

She received a beautiful tiepin as a gift for her birthday.

spoonerism

way of mixing up the sounds of words in a sentence.

Instead of saying "You have hissed all my mystery lectures," you might say "You have missed all my history lectures.

on standby

chế độ chờ

The rescue team is on standby in case of an emergency.

paycheck

phiếu lương

I received my paycheck yesterday.

know best

have better knowledge or more appropriate skills.

"a mother always knows best where her children are concerned.

pan out

drvrlop

After a lot of hard work, the project finally panned out as we expected.

relation

member of ur familty

My relations are similar to me. Genetics I guess.

in glowing terms

very positively or enthusiastically about someone or something.

The teacher spoke of her student's achievements in glowing terms, highlighting his hard work and dedication.

antenna (n)

ăng ten

The radio antenna is broken.

rollback

revert something to a previous state or condition.

The software update caused problems, so we decided to perform a rollback to the previous version.

suction

hút

The doctor used a suction device to remove fluid from the patient's wound.

reputedly

in a way thats said to be true

The restaurant is reputedly the best in town.

steep learning curve

a situation where significant progress is made in learning something new over a short period

Starting a new job can have a steep learning curve, especially if you are learning new software.

pulmonary

phổi

The doctor diagnosed her with a pulmonary condition that affects her breathing.

appraise

thẩm định

Before selling the house, they decided to appraise its market value.

when the chips are down

khi mọi chuyện trở nên tồi tệ

When the chips are down, you can always count on your true friends to support you.

cower

crouch down in fear or to shrink away from something

The dog began to cower when it heard the loud thunder.

bill

beak

She watched the pelican catch fish with its large bill.

interchange

trao đổi

The teacher asked the students to interchange their books for a fun activity.

pioneer

người đi tiên phong

The company is a pioneer in developing renewable energy technologies.

collect your thoughts

Tập trung suy nghĩ của bạn

Before answering the question, she needed to collect her thoughts.

give in

nhượng bộ

He didn't want to go to the party, but he gave in when his friends insisted.

credential

chứng chỉ

His credentials include a master's degree and several years of experience.

creditable

deserving of praise or recognition.

Her creditable efforts in the project earned her a special award.

fly economy

bay hạng phổ thông

I decided to fly economy to save money for my vacation.

zoological

thú y

The zoological garden has many different species of animals.

lyrical

trữ tình

The singer's lyrical voice captivated the audience. She wrote a lyrical poem about the beauty of nature. The lyrical style of the novel made it a joy to read.

downturn

decline or decrease in something, often used in the context of the economy or business.

The company faced a significant downturn in sales last year.

on the fly

quickly or without preparation, often while something else is happening.

She made changes to the presentation on the fly as the meeting was happening.

on the run

trên đường chạy trốn

The thief was on the run after stealing the money.

weak-kneed

yếu đuối

She was weak-kneed with excitement when she received the good news.

long-awaited

được mong đợi từ lâu

After years of planning, the long-awaited festival is set to begin this weekend.

arcade

giải trí

We spent the afternoon at the arcade playing all our favorite games.

demographics

nhân khẩu học statistical data of a population

Understanding the demographics can help businesses target their products better.

keep the lid on

Giữ nắp lạio control or limit something, often to prevent it from getting out of hand or becoming too big

We need to keep the lid on our excitement until the surprise party starts.

take my fancy

thu hút sự chú ý của tôi

The colorful painting really takes my fancy.

engineering

arrange cleverly and often secretly for something to happen, especially something that is to your advantage:

Left-wing groups engineered a coup against the military government. I'm trying to engineer a meeting between them.

derivative

something that is based on another source.

This movie is a derivative of a famous novel.

threshold (N)

the level or point at which you start to experience something, or at which something starts to happen:

I have a low/high boredom threshold (= I do/don't feel bored easily). He earns £400 a month, well below the threshold for paying tax.

coquette

flirtatious

The coquette enjoyed the attention she received from her admirers.

come into focus

trở nên rõ ràng

After discussing the project, our goals began to come into focus.

pastel

phấn màu

The walls of her room were painted in pastel shades of pink and blue.

corset

áo nịt ngực

She wore a beautiful corset under her dress for the party.

puff sleeve

a type of sleeve on a piece of clothing that is gathered or puffed out at the shoulder

The designer showcased a collection featuring colorful puff sleeves.

original

nguyên

This painting is an original by the artist.

purist

người theo chủ nghĩa thuần túy

As a language purist, she believed that slang should not be used in formal writing. a person who believes in maintaining the original or traditional form of something, often resisting changes or modern influences

gag me with a spoon

disgusted

I can't believe she wore that outfit to the party. Gag me with a spoon!

peddling

bán hàng rong

She was peddling homemade cookies at the local market.

suss out

tìm hiểu

I need to suss out what happened at the meeting before I make a decision.

jurisdictions

các khu vực pháp lý official power or authority to make legal decisions and judgments.

Different jurisdictions may have different laws regarding traffic violations.

bleed into

mixing or merging into another.

Her sadness began to bleed into her work, affecting her creativity.

on the move

đang di chuyển

The children were on the move, running to catch the bus.

provided that

We will go on the trip, provided that the weather is nice.

analog

s similar or comparable to something else.

Her feelings for him were analog to the way she felt about her best friend.

turntable

bàn xoay

I love listening to my favorite albums on my turntable.

shuffle (v)

change the wsong

She decided to shuffle the songs on her phone.

grounding

establishing a connection or a basis for something. It can also mean providing stability or support.

Practicing mindfulness can provide a grounding effect during stressful times. The teacher emphasized the importance of grounding students in basic math skills before moving on to advanced topics.

candle wick

bấc nến

The candle wick needs to be trimmed before lighting for a better flame.

spirits

strong alcoholic drinks, like whiskey or vodka.

He enjoys trying different spirits at the bar on weekends.

landmark decision

quyết định mang tính bước ngoặt

The judge's landmark decision regarding voting rights sparked a nationwide discussion about fairness in elections.

landslip

sạt lở đất

The landslip made it dangerous for hikers to continue on the trail.

rope off

dây thừng

During the festival, they roped off the main stage to control the crowd.

bottle bank

place where people can take their empty glass bottles and jars to be recycled.

I always take my empty bottles to the bottle bank to help the planet.

by all means

of course, permison

By all means, take your time to finish the project.

even-handed

công bằng

In the meeting, the manager took an even-handed approach to resolve the conflict between the two teams.

shortness

ngắn

The shortness of the meeting surprised everyone.

anthology

o a collection of selected literary works, such as poems, stories, or essays, usually by different authors.

The school library has an anthology of famous children's stories.

foresight

Meaning: Foresight is the ability to see or think about what might happen in the future.

She showed great foresight by saving money for emergencies.

unbundling

f separating different parts of a product or service that are usually sold together

The company is unbundling its software packages to give customers more choices.

a win

một chiến thắng

Our team celebrated a win after the championship game.

at a time

một lần

I can only help one person at a time.

from hand to mouth

từ tay sang miệng

Many families in the city are struggling, making it hard to provide for their children and living from hand to mouth.

paperboard

giấy bìa

She used paperboard to create a model of a house for her school project.

liner

lớp lót

The cake pan has a silicone liner to prevent the cake from sticking.

compost

phân trộn

Many gardeners prefer to use compost, the mixture of decayed organic matter, such as food scraps and yard waste, that is used to improve soil for gardening and farming instead of chemical fertilizers.

onsite

tại chỗ

The company provides onsite training for new employees.

in dispute

đang tranh chấp

The two companies are in dispute over the terms of the contract.

setting

the location and time period in which a story takes place.

The setting of the story is a small village in the mountains.

have an ear for

o have a good ability to hear, understand, or appreciate something

My sister has an ear for accents; she can imitate them perfectly.

identify with

feel a connection or similarity to someone or something

I really identify with the main character in the book because we have similar struggles.

against the odds

chống lại những điều bất lợi

He started his own business and succeeded against the odds, even when many said it was impossible.

fat trimmings

mỡ thừa

Before cooking the steak, make sure to cut off any fat trimmings.

admit to

thừa nhận

They admitted to making a mistake in the project.

join forces

hợp tác

In order to tackle the environmental issues, the community groups joined forces.

bring to life

to make something more real or exciting

It's always been an interesting period in history and this film really brought it to life. The novel brings to life a complex man who was not always understood in his lifetime.

cost implications

Hậu quả về chi phí

The manager explained the cost implications of the new project to the team.

make a killing

kiếm được một khoản tiền lớn

They opened a new restaurant and made a killing during the summer season.

even steven

evenly matched.

"the race was an even-steven affair" "I split the money with my wife even-steven"

bossyboots

someone who is very bossy

She always acts like a bossyboots when we play games.

have your fair share of

to have a lot or more than enough of something bad:

We certainly have our share of problems at the moment. She's had her fair share of tragedies in her life.

blab

nói huyên thuyên

Don't blab about our plans to anyone!

wing it

tự ứng biến

She didn't study for the test, but she decided to wing it anyway.

nice work if you can get it

ez way of making money that id want if i could

the princess was on her way to some lavish dinner—nice work if you can get it, I thought"

toxicological

độc chất học

Scientists conducted a toxicological study to understand the effects of the new pesticide.

do a number on

làm cho ai đó phải chịu đựng

After the argument, it seemed like the stress did a number on her health.

split hairs

sợi lông chia :)

During the meeting, we spent too much time splitting hairs instead of making a decision.

fatalism

belief that events are predetermined and cannot be changed.

In highly corrupt environments, messages like “everyone pays bribes” do not mobilize resistance — they induce fatalism.

amiable

hòa nhã

The amiable host made everyone feel welcome at the party.

romanticize

Lãng mạn hóa

In movies, filmmakers often romanticize the idea of adventure, making it seem more exciting than it really is.

crash and burn

thất bại thảm hại

He thought he could start a new business without a plan, but it crashed and burned within a few months.

oozing

give a powerful impression of (a quality).

She was oozing confidence as she walked onto the stage.

raddled

haggard and careworn

After the long journey, she felt raddled and just wanted to rest.

filled with dread

khiến tôi cảm thấy sợ hãi

He felt filled with dread when he heard the loud thunder outside.

temperamental

thất thường

This old car is quite temperamental; it starts perfectly one day and refuses to start the next.

motherlode

a large source or supply of something valuable

After years of searching, she finally found the motherlode of rare coins in her grandmother's attic.

embolden

bravize

The teacher's praise helped to embolden the shy student to share her ideas.

space-age

modern

Scientists are developing space-age technology to help us travel to Mars.

champagne taste on a beer budget

wanting luxurious or expensive things but only having enough money for cheap alternatives.

"He dreams of owning a luxury sports car, but his salary only allows for a used economy car, so he has champagne taste on a beer budget".

holdover

something that remains or continues from a previous time.

The old rules were a holdover from the previous management.

in the region of

approximayely

The project will cost in the region of $10,000.

aggro

violent or threatening behaviour,

He got really aggro when he lost the game. There was some aggro between rival fans at the station.

feed into

vontrivue

likely to raise the issue again, observers said, as he seeks to feed into Trump’s desire to play peacemaker in international conflicts around the world.

martinet

người nghiêm khắc

The coach was a martinet, pushing the team to follow every rule without exception.

top brass

lãnh đạo cấp cao

The top brass decided to implement new policies to improve employee satisfaction.

dawn breaks

Bình minh ló rạng

As dawn broke, he started his nuclear mission.

renal

thận

The doctor explained that the patient had renal failure, which means the kidneys were not working properly.

have (got) the hots for someone

be very sexually attracted to someone:

She's got the hots for this guy in her office.

plodding

slow and not exciting

She had a plodding approach to her studies, but she always got good grades.

rube

person who is unsophisticated or inexperienced

When he moved to the city, everyone called him a rube because he didn't know how to use the subway.

shan't

shall not

I shan't be attending the party this weekend.

deduct

khấu trừ

I will deduct the expenses from my total income.

tear-jerking

tragic, making you cry

My sister is very emotional. I would rather watch a comedy with her than a tear-jerking movie!

risk taker

người chấp nhận rủi ro

He is known as a risk taker among his friends because he often tries new things.

sequester

isolate or hide away.

The jury was sequestered to ensure they would not be influenced by outside information.

acquiesce (v)

chấp thuận without protestg ò

"Sara acquiesced in his decision"

heuristic

tự tìm tòi method or approach that helps people learn or discover things for themselves.

The teacher used a heuristic approach to help students understand complex math problems.

wake up and smell the coffee

must realize what is really happening

After failing the test again, she really needs to wake up and smell the coffee about her study habits.

gainsay

phản đối

It is hard to gainsay the importance of education in a person's life.

take it lying down

chịu đựng một cách cam chịu

After being scolded by his boss, he decided not to take it lying down and spoke up about his concerns.

designer baby

trẻ em được thiết kế

There are ongoing debates about the ethical implications of creating designer babies.

wearable

conencted to the internet

She bought a new wearable fitness tracker to monitor her daily steps.

make no odds

không có gì khác biệt

I don't mind whether you come or not - it makes no odds to me.

espousal

act of supporting or adopting a cause, belief, or idea.

The espousal of new technologies can lead to significant changes in the industry.

do business

Kinh doanh

Our company wants to do business with international partners.

get your money's worth

to get good baleu

I always check reviews before buying a new phone to make sure I get my money's worth.

riposte

. a quick, clever reply to an insult or criticism.

After being teased about his new haircut, he had a clever riposte ready that made everyone laugh.

mumble

lầm bầm

He mumbled his answer, and the teacher couldn't hear him.

doom-laden

mang đầy tai ương

Her doom-laden predictions about the future worried the entire community.

The skunk at the picnic

someone who is unwelcome or actively avoided

He acted as the proverbial "skunk at the picnic" by making a rude comment that killed the festive mood at the party.

sequencing

trình tự order in which events, actions, or steps happen.

First, we will gather all the materials needed for the project.Next, we will start building the model step by step.Finally, we will present our project to the class.

indiscriminately

bừa bãi

The company hired workers indiscriminately, without checking their qualifications.

goldbrick

invent exucsesizes

He always tries to goldbrick during group projects, leaving the hard work to others.

not all there

insane

he's not all there—give him a couple of days to readjust"

fame and fortune

danh vọng và tài lộc

Many people dream of achieving fame and fortune through their talents.

bail out

cứu trợ

The government decided to bail out the struggling bank to prevent a financial crisis.

materialism

chủ nghĩa duy vật

In a world filled with materialism, it's important to remember the value of friendship and love.

chin music

idle talk

After the meeting, we enjoyed some chin music over coffee.

make much of

quá coi trọng

She always makes much of her achievements, even the small ones.

flea market

chợ trời

I love going to the flea market on weekends to find hidden treasures.

straighten out

take action to correct things

Can you help me straighten out this misunderstanding?

pharmacist

dược sĩ

The pharmacist gave me advice on how to take my medication.

exurb

ngoại thành

Many people are choosing to live in exurbs to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life.

do the trick

làm thủ thuật

He tried several methods, but this one finally did the trick.

adieu

Tạm biệt

As she boarded the train, she waved and said, "Adieu, my friend!

air your dirty laundry

phơi quần áo bẩn của bạn

It's not polite to air your dirty laundry in front of strangers.

energy-efficient

tiết kiệm năng lượng

Our school is installing energy-efficient windows to keep the building warm in winter.

to tank

fucked

The movie was expected to be a hit, but it really tanked at the box office.

bring about

cause sth to happen

The new law will bring about significant changes in the education system.

decant

đổ ra

The waiter will decant the wine to enhance its flavor.

forester

người làm rừng

Every summer, the forester leads a group of volunteers to plant new trees.

discounting

deciding sth as unworthy

She is discounting his opinion because he has not done enough research.

stepping stone

bước đệm

Getting an internship was a stepping stone to my dream job.

squabble .

xích mích.

The siblings had a squabble over who would get the last piece of cake.

indoctrination

sự nhồi sọ

Many people believe that indoctrination can happen in schools if critical thinking is not encouraged.

pullover

áo len

I wore my favorite pullover because it was chilly outside.

information overload

quá tải thông tin

After reading so many articles for my project, I felt a sense of information overload.

make a pass at

speak or touch to flirt:))

At the party, he made a pass at her, but she wasn't interested.

five-a-side

bóng đá 5 người

We organized a five-a-side match at the local park this weekend.

out in left field

WRONG

When she suggested we should all wear costumes to the meeting, I thought she was out in left field.

indolent

Wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy

The indolent cat lay on the couch all day, refusing to play.

in the time-honored fashion

theo cách truyền thống

Factories deal with the problem in in the time-honored fashion, by burying the waste in landfill sites..

left holding the bag

suddenly have to deal with a difficult situation because others have decided that they do not want the responsibility

The other investors pulled out of the project and we were left holding the bag.

wall of silence

a situation where people refuse to speak or share information about something

The investigation hit a wall of silence when witnesses refused to talk.

synopsis

Tóm tắt bản tóm tắt, bản toát yếu

The movie's synopsis on the poster gave a glimpse of the story.

blowhard

kẻ khoác lác

At the party, he was such a blowhard, telling everyone about his big promotion.

fibrosis

xơ hóa

The doctor explained that fibrosis in the lungs can make it hard to breathe.

clubfoot

foot is twisted out of shape or position.

Many children born with clubfoot can lead normal lives after receiving proper treatment.

internally displaced

người di dời nội địa

go to the trouble to

cố gắng

She really went to the trouble to bake a cake for my birthday.

loose tongue

lưỡi lỏng lẻo

His loose tongue got him into trouble when he accidentally revealed the surprise party plans.

laud

praise, honor, commend

The teacher lauded the students for their hard work on the project.

offer sacrifices

dâng lễ vật

Many people offer sacrifices during the festival to show their devotion.

soliloquy

độc thoại

The actor delivered a powerful soliloquy that captured the audience's attention.

larking

chơi đùa

We spent the afternoon larking about at the beach, building sandcastles.

crochet

sự thêu

I love to crochet blankets for my friends and family.

obstuse

khó hiểu

The teacher explained the concept again because some students were being obtuse about it.

fender bender

va quệt nhẹ

She was late to work because she got into a fender bender on the way.

squiggly

lượn sóng

The squiggly lines on the paper made it look like a doodle.

seaside

bờ biển

The seaside town was filled with colorful shops and delicious seafood restaurants.

groovy

hay quá

She wore a groovy outfit that everyone admired.

along the lines

similar to or in the same direction

We are thinking of a project along the lines of last year's successful event.

graft (n)

abuse of pwoer

There were allegations of graft in the local government, leading to an investigation.

paydirt

kho báu

After months of searching, they finally found paydirt in the old mine.

cotton swab

tăm bông

I used a cotton swab to clean the small corners of my phone.

integrative

serving or intending to unify separate things.

The integrative approach in education helps students learn better. We need an integrative strategy to solve this problem. Her integrative skills make her a great team leader.

ethos

đạo đức

In her speech, she emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong community ethos.

laryngologist

bác sĩ chuyên khoa tai mũi họng

After losing my voice, I decided to visit a laryngologist for help.

feel your presence

Cảm nhận sự hiện diện của bạn

I always feel your presence when I walk into the room.

dutch uncle

person who gives frank, harsh, or stern advice

Sometimes, you need a Dutch uncle to help you see the truth about your work.

rev up

tăng tốc

The driver revved up the engine before the race started.

permanent resident

thường trú nhân

He applied for permanent resident status after living in the country for several years.

every bit as

euqlaly as

The movie was every bit as exciting as I expected.

have one foot in the grave

abouttadie

After his last visit to the doctor, he joked that he has one foot in the grave.

aide

person who helps or assists someone

The teacher had an aide to help with the classroom activities.

snot

nước mũi

The little boy laughed when he saw the snot on his friend's face.

listen out for

Lắng nghe kỹ

Make sure to listen out for any announcements at the airport.

play gooseberry

be tuesday=))

She didn't want to play gooseberry on their date, so she decided to stay home.

offerings

lễ vật

The church received many offerings during the holiday season.

gutter

mương nước

He felt like he was living in the gutter after losing his job.

jockeying

cạnh tranh

The candidates were jockeying for position in the polls as the election approached.

lurch

sudenelt cjaneg

We lurch from one crisis to the next".

know it all

biết tuốt

Every time we have a discussion, Sarah acts like a know it all, interrupting everyone with her opinions.

refractory

chất chịu lửa difficult to manage, control, or deal with

The refractory student refused to follow the teacher's instructions.

orthographic

chính tả

The spelling bee winner demonstrated exceptional orthographic skill, correctly spelling dozens of challenging words."

mollusk

động vật thân mềm

Many people enjoy eating mollusks like clams and mussels.

paddle your own canoe

independent and do not need help from anyone else.

After college, I decided it was time to paddle my own canoe and find a job.

ontogeny

sự phát triển cá thể

The study of ontogeny helps scientists understand how different species develop over time.

set out for

khởi hành

They set out for the mountains to enjoy a weekend hike.

heresy

tà giáo

The scientist's theory was considered heresy by many in the academic community.

cider

nước táo

We made a delicious apple pie with fresh cider.

fully present

give your undivided attention to the current moment, fully engaging your mind and senses

During meditation, practitioners aim to be deeply engrossed in the present moment, releasing all worries about the past or future.

extramural

ngoài trường

Many students participate in extramural sports teams to compete against other schools.

temerity

audacity

His temerity in challenging the teacher's authority surprised everyone in the class.

blow over

people dont talk about it

Don't worry about the bad news; it will blow over in a few days.

wee hours

giờ sáng

They returned home in the wee hours after the party ended.

fluke

lucky chance or a stroke of luck.

It was just a fluke that I found the lost wallet.

out of left field

từ đâu không ngờ

When he started talking about aliens, it felt like it was out of left field.

payload

the part of a vehicle's load, especially an aircraft's, from which revenue is derived; passengers and cargo.

The truck was loaded with a heavy payload of goods for delivery.

heavenward

upward

The bird flew heavenward, soaring high above the trees.

deep satisfaction

sự thỏa mãn sâu sắc

He experienced deep satisfaction when he helped his friend succeed.

wrinkle up your nose

to show that you dislike something or that you disapprove of something

She wrinkled up her nose at the strange smell coming from the kitchen. Amy wrinkled her nose in disapproval. "I don't fancy it," she said, wrinkling up her nose. "No, thanks," he replied, wrinkling his nose.

climb down

chsnge ur opjnin

After a long argument, he had to climb down and accept her point of view.

turn out in force

đổ xô ra đường

Many fans turned out in force to support their team during the championship game.

take out

đưa ra

Take out an insurance plan

commute

reduce (a judicial sentence, especially a sentence of death) to one less severe.

President Trump commutes the prison sentence of George Santos

overhang

phần nhô ra

The tree's branches overhang the path, making it a bit tricky to walk through.

counteroffensive

phản công

The army launched a counteroffensive to reclaim the territory lost in the previous battle.

geoglyph

biểu tượng địa hình

The Nazca Lines in Peru are famous geoglyphs that depict various animals and shapes.

narcolepsy (n)

chứng ngủ rũ

My friend has narcolepsy, so he sometimes falls asleep in class.

cusp

dividing line

She felt she was on the cusp of a new adventure.

bank statement

sao kê ngân hàng

The bank sent me my monthly bank statement in the mail.

ribcage

lồng ngực

The doctor explained how the ribcage protects the heart and lungs.

winsome

attractive and apealing

Her winsome smile lit up the room and made everyone feel welcome.

cheap shot

comment or action that is unfair or hurtful, often made to gain an advantage or to insult sb

During the debate, one candidate took a cheap shot at the other’s personal life.

cauterize

stop sb from feeling emotion

After the surgery, the surgeon decided to cauterize the area to prevent infection. Years of silence cauterized their feelings about the war but these wounds have now reopened.

breadcrumbing

someone gives just enough attention or affection to keep another person interested,

After months of breadcrumbing, he finally admitted he wasn't ready for a serious relationship.

masticate

nhai

It is important to masticate your food well to aid digestion.

outpouring

sự tuôn trào

The community showed an outpouring of support for the family in need. After the news, there was an outpouring of inconsolable grief from the fans.

fecund

phì nhiêu capable of producing a lot of offspring, fruit, or new ideas.

The fecund soil in the valley allowed farmers to grow a variety of crops each season.

conducive

providing the rught condiotn for sth for happen

Good communication is conducive to a healthy relationship.

menagerie

vườn a collection of animals, often kept for display or entertainment.

During the festival, a traveling menagerie came to town, showcasing lions and elephants.

press home your advantage

to use an advantage that you already have in order to succeed

After scoring, the football team pressed their advantage by aggressively attacking the opponent's weaknesses, leading to another goal.

accounter

người tính toán

The accounter prepared the financial statements for the company.

tongue tied

lúng túng

During the presentation, he felt tongue tied and forgot what he wanted to say.

desirous

désireux

The children were desirous of ice cream on a hot summer day.

compare notes

exchange pleasantries.. and informafion

After the class, we decided to compare notes to see if we understood the lesson the same way.

allergen

chất gây dị ứng

Many people carry an epinephrine auto-injector in case they encounter an allergen.

wayside

bên đường

The children found wildflowers growing at the wayside.

clap of thunder

tiếng sấm rền

As the storm approached, we heard a loud clap of thunder in the distance.

vindication

e act of clearing someone of blame or suspicion.

After years of hard work, her success was a vindication of her efforts.

latex

mủ cao su

The doctor wore latex gloves to ensure safety during the examination.

hoodwink

trick or deceive someone

The magician managed to hoodwink the audience with his amazing tricks.

resonate

cộng hưởng

His words resonate in my mind long after the conversation. The building resonates with historic significance. The significance of those great stories resonates down the centuries.

eat crow

ăn năn

She had to eat crow after claiming she would never need help, but then asked for assistance.

lynchpin

trụ cột

The manager is the lynchpin of our team, ensuring everyone works well together.

undivided attention

sự chú ý không phân chia

The research team maintained an exclusive focus on finding a solution, which ultimately led to their breakthrough.

swan song

bài hát cuối cùng

The musician's new album is his swan song, marking the end of his career.

synapse

khớp thần kinh

During the experiment, they observed changes in the synapse between the two neurons.

you snooze you lose

Ngủ quên là mất cơ hội

If you want to get the best seats for the concert, remember: you snooze, you lose!

my dogs are barking

someone's feet are hurting or tired, as if they are "barking" from discomfort.

During the long shopping trip, I told my friend, "I need to sit down; my dogs are barking!

sleepwear

quần áo ngủ

Many people choose colorful sleepwear to feel cheerful before bed.

socialization

process of learning how to interact with others and understand social norms.

Socialization helps individuals develop their communication skills.

you complete me

bạn hoàn thiện tôi

In the movie, the main character tells his partner, "Without you, I feel lost. You complete me.

marijuana

cần sa

In informal language, "a joint" often refers to a rolled cigarette containing marijuana.

pathos

power to cause sadness

The movie used pathos to make the audience feel the character's pain and struggles.

fifth wheel

someone or something that is not needed or wanted in a particular situation:

Sometimes I look down the line of guitar players and think that I am just the fifth wheel here, that these guys don't need me in this band.

fray around the edges

less esffetcigve and suscesful

After months of stress, I could feel my patience fraying around the edges.

asymptomatic

không có triệu chứng

During the health check, she learned that she was asymptomatic despite her concerns.

keep hold

giữ chặt

Keep hold of the rope while climbing the hill.

vacuole

ko bào

In animal cells, vacuoles are smaller and often involved in transporting materials.

aerial tram

tàu cáp treo

Many tourists enjoy riding the aerial tram for a unique view of the city.

inanimate

not alive

Inanimate things like stones cannot feel pain.

ball and chain

ongoing burden

She felt like her job was a ball and chain, keeping her from pursuing her dreams.

pagination

dividing a document or a book into pages

The pagination of the book made it easy to find specific chapters.

Indomitable

Không thể khuất phục

Her indomitable spirit inspired everyone around her to keep fighting.

gendered

specific to, biased towards, or belonging to people of one particular sex or gender.

For women especially, these practices are often the only way to access public goods in a deeply gendered landscape.

transfer student

học sinh chuyển trường

She became a transfer student when her family moved to another state.

convert (n)

someone who changes their beliefs, habits, or way of living:

a Christian/Buddhist convert convert to I'm a recent convert to vegetarianism/organic gardening, and I need some advice.

a name to conjure with

một cái tên để gợi lên

In the world of technology, Apple is a name to conjure with.

progenitor (n)

tổ tiên

The scientist studied the progenitor of modern birds to understand their evolution.

invoice

hóa đơn

The company sent me an invoice for the services provided last month.

cinch

ez task

Getting to the park is a cinch; it's just down the street.

saintly

good, kind, and virtuous

He spoke with a saintly calmness that put everyone at ease.

shift gears

chuyển số

After the meeting, we decided to shift gears and focus on the new project.

off the table

không được xem xét

The proposal for a new playground is off the table after the budget cuts.

glue gun

súng keo

I used a glue gun to fix my broken toy.

paint can

sơn

I opened the paint can to start my new art project.

birdhouse

nhà chim

Every spring, we check the birdhouse to see if any birds have made it their home.

glitter

long lanh

She wore a dress that glittered under the lights.

handiwork

sản phẩm thủ công

He took pride in his handiwork when he finished building the birdhouse.

dally

chậm rãi waste time or to act slowly.

She likes to dally with her friends at the park after school.

clunky

vụng về

The new app is great, but the interface is a bit clunky.

resolve to

quyết tâm

I resolve to exercise more this year.

mason

thợ xây

The mason carefully placed each brick to ensure the wall was strong.

lop

cut off or remove something

The gardener decided to lop the overgrown branches to let in more sunlight.

lopsided

lệch

The lopsided table wobbled every time someone leaned on it.

upcycling

tái chế nâng cấp

Upcycling is a fun way to create unique gifts from things you no longer need.

endeavors

các nỗ lực

She put a lot of time and energy into her endeavors to learn the piano.

camaraderie

tình bạn thân thiết

During the camping trip, we developed a strong sense of camaraderie.

fiasco

thất bại

The party turned into a fiasco when the cake fell on the floor.

gluey

dính

Her gluey explanation left everyone confused about the project.

fervor

sự nhiệt thành

She spoke with fervor about her love for painting and how it makes her feel alive.

suffuse (v)

lan tỏa

The warm sunlight began to suffuse the room, creating a cozy atmosphere.

yen

strong desire or craving for something.

I have a yen for adventure and want to travel the world.

ephemera

things that are short-lived or temporary.

She collected ephemera from her travels, like maps and brochures, to remember her adventures.

gatherings

các cuộc tụ họp

Community gatherings help us connect with our neighbors.

catalyze

cause or accelerate a reaction or change

The new policy will catalyze improvements in the education system.

eclectic (adj)

chiết trung

Her eclectic taste in music includes everything from classical to hip-hop.

peddling (v)

bán hàng rong

She was peddling homemade cookies at the local market.

bespoke (adj)

Thiết kế riêng

He ordered a bespoke suit for his wedding.

pivot to

chuyển hướng sang

The company decided to pivot to online sales to reach more customers.

coaster

mieng lot ly

I placed my glass on the coaster to avoid leaving a ring on the table.

agendas

chương trình nghị sự

The teacher handed out the agendas for the class meeting.

finesse

Sự khéo léo ability to handle a situation delicately and skillfully.

She handled the difficult conversation with great finesse.

maelstrom

cơn lốc xoáy

The ship was caught in a dangerous maelstrom, spinning wildly in the water.

splatter

bắn tung tóe

When the car drove through the puddle, water splattered onto the sidewalk.

sequins

kim sa

She added sequins to her costume to make it more eye-catching for the performance.

veritable

thực sự truly or genuinely what it is described to be

The garden was a veritable paradise, filled with colorful flowers and lush greenery.

buzz with

sôi động với

The café was buzzing with customers on Saturday morning.

overflow

tràn ra

Her joy overflowed when she received the good news.

non-complaining

không phàn nàn

She is a non-complaining team member who always helps others without fuss.

desuetude

state of disuse or inactivity.

The old traditions fell into desuetude as the younger generation embraced modern practices.

hold with

supooet sth

I hold with the idea that everyone should be treated equally.

legible

có thể đọc được

The teacher asked the students to write in a legible manner so everyone could read their work.

tolerable

có thể chịu đựng được

The weather today is tolerable, so we can still go for a walk.

lose the thread

mất dấu vết

She was explaining her story, but I lost the thread when she started talking about different characters.

struggle against

cuộc đấu tranh chống lại

They are struggling against climate change to protect the environment.

intrusion

sự xâm nhập

The intrusion of the media into her private life was overwhelming.

relaxation technique

kỹ thuật thư giãn

Many people find that practicing a relaxation technique before bed helps them sleep better.

cruising

traveling smoothly or constsntly

The car was cruising smoothly on the highway.

express concern

bày tỏ lo ngại

The teacher expressed concern about the student's grades.

get hold of

giữ lấy

It took me a while to get hold of the instructions for the game.

periscope

The submarine used a periscope to look above the water's surface.

syncope

ngất xỉuloss of consciousness or a temporary state of fainting

The patient experienced syncope after standing up too quickly.

call into question

đặt câu hỏi

The scientist's findings were called into question by other researchers.

predictive

tiên đoán

The predictive model helped the company understand future sales trends.

illuminating

chiếu sáng

The teacher gave an illuminating lecture that helped us understand the topic better.

equitably

công bằng

The teacher distributed the candies equitably among all the students.

puckish

hóm hỉnh

He played a puckish prank on his friends, hiding their shoes before they left for school.

nibble

gặm nhấm

During the movie, we nibbled on popcorn and candy.

inoperative

không hoạt động

Due to a power outage, the computer system is inoperative.

radial

xuyên tâm

In the map, the roads are arranged in a radial layout, leading out from the city center.

neglect (n)

bỏ mặc

The garden fell into neglect after no one watered the plants.

horndog

kẻ dâm đãng

Ever since he started dating, he's been acting like a total horndog.

skeeve

feel disgusted or repulsed by something

Seeing that old food in the fridge really skeeved me out.

heartstring

sợi dây lòng

Her story about helping the homeless pulled at my heartstrings.

alumnus

cựu sinh viên

As an alumnus of the school, he often returns to give motivational talks to current students.

nay

không

The king raised his hand and declared, "Nay, we shall not go to war.

prologue

lời mở đầu

The prologue of the novel gave us a glimpse into the main character's past.

in my stead

thay cho tôi

He sent his assistant in his stead to handle the negotiations.

ragtag

lộn xộn

She wore a ragtag outfit that included mismatched socks and a colorful hat.

short fuse

dễ nổi nóng

She lost her job because her short fuse made it hard to work with others.

rally the troops

Tập hợp lực lượng

During the meeting, the manager rallied the troops to work harder on the upcoming project.

weal

well-being, prosperity, and happiness, especially within a community or

The community worked together to ensure the weal of all its members.

stick in the mud []

resistant to change

My friend is such a stick in the mud; he never wants to go out and try new restaurants.

profundity

sự sâu sắc

The professor's lecture was filled with such profundity that it left the students in deep thought.

one of those things

there was no way of planning to avoid something

Sometimes you lose your keys, and it's just one of those things.

play into your hands

act in such a way as unintentionally to give someone an advantage.

"they accused him of playing into the hands of the enemy"

play chicken

engage in a risky or dangerous challenge to see who will back down first

In the game, the players had to play chicken by standing on the edge of the cliff and seeing who would jump first.

vestibular

tiền đình

The vestibular system helps us keep our balance when we move.

docked

đã neo đậu

The ship docked at the harbor early in the morning.

backpedal

reverse a previous position or opinion, often because of pressure or criticism.

She decided to backpedal on her plans after hearing her friends' concerns.

boots on the ground

giày having people actively involved in a situation or project.

The government decided to send boots on the ground to help stabilize the region.

loose end

unfinished part of something or a situation that is not completely resolved.

We need to tie up all the loose ends before the project deadline.

lewd

khiêu dâm

The comedian's lewd jokes made some audience members uncomfortable.

lustful

dục vọng

The story explored the lustful desires of the characters.

tit for tat

ăn miếng trả miếng

In the game, if one player cheats, the other often responds with a tit for tat move.

going rate

giá thị trường

The going rate for a babysitter in our neighborhood is about $15 per hour.

tinker

sửa chữa

He likes to tinker with old cars in his garage.

big business

doanh nghiệp lớn

Big business often has the resources to influence government policies.

please yourself

whatever

If you want to go to the party, please yourself, but I’m staying home.

many moons ago

cách đây rất lâu

We used to play in the park together, but that was many moons ago.

neck of the woods

khu vực

There are some great restaurants in my neck of the woods that you should try.

fighting fit

sức khỏe tốt

The coach said the team was fighting fit and ready to win the championship.

imprimatur

giấy phép in official permisson

The article was published with the imprimatur of the leading scientific journal.

block out

chặn lại

She used thick curtains to block out the bright sunlight in her room.

motley (N)

incongruously varied in appearance or character; disparate.

"a motley crew of discontents and zealots"

true crime

tội phạm có thật

She read a fascinating true crime book about a famous detective.

elitist

người theo chủ nghĩa tinh hoa

The elitist club only accepted members from wealthy families.

foie gras

fat liver

During the holiday season, foie gras is a popular dish at festive dinners.

wholesome

lành mạnh good for your health or morally good.

Regular exercise is a wholesome habit for a healthy life.

little alternative

không có lựa chọn nào khác

Left with little alternative, he resorted to arpartheid.

from the get go

từ đầu

The team worked well together from the get go, which helped them win the championship.

gooey

nhớt soft, sticky, and often wet

The chocolate cake was warm and gooey in the middle.

a lick and a promise

a hasty performance of a task, especially of cleaning something

she would give a lick and a promise to her parlor, and sit down to await the American gentleman"

build up savings

Tích lũy tiết kiệm

It’s important to build up savings for unexpected expenses.

not soil your hands

Không làm bẩn tay

He always tries to stay out of office politics; he prefers not to soil his hands.

to the point

đến điểm

The teacher asked us to keep our essays to the point.

quack

lang băm

He was called a quack because he was giving medical advice without a license.

polled

đã thăm dò

The school polled the students to find out their favorite subjects.

stint

period of time spent doing a particular job or activity. It can also mean to limit or restrict something.

She had a short stint as a teacher before becoming a writer.

stinting

careful or limiting in the amount of something you give or use

He was stinting on the supplies, which made the project difficult to complete.

diversions

activities or things that take your attention away from what you are doing.

Reading books is one of my favorite diversions after a long day at school.

come again?

what?

Person A: "I saw a huge hyena and three prides of lions at the park! Person B: "Come again? What the fuck'd you just say?"

have a sting in its tail

something seems pleasant or harmless at first but has a surprising or unpleasant twist at the end

The book started off as a fun adventure, but it had a sting in its tail that made me cry at the end.

lothario

trăng hoa

Why ain't we so close Ain't a lothario Dreams of a rose That you hold with me

bear the hallmarks

to have the features that are typical of a particular thing or person

This explosion bears all the hallmarks of a terrorist attack. All these threats bear the hallmark of security service activity. It has all the hallmarks of a successful movie.

train in

đào tạo

highly trained in The company offers programs to train in leadership skills for new managers.

cover over

che phủ

The gardener decided to cover over the plants to protect them from the frost.

pop over

make a short visit

I'm going to pop over to Sarah's house for a quick chat.

fall down on

not good as other things

She fell down on her math test because she didn't study enough.

level with

be honest and straightforward with someone,

I need to level with you about what happened at the party.

chance encounter

cuộc gặp gỡ tình cờ

The author wrote about a chance encounter that changed her life forever.

diamond in the rough

person or thing that has potential but lacks refinement or polish

The young artist is a diamond in the rough; with more practice, she will become amazing.

come down the pike

appear for the fist time

We heard that some exciting changes are coming down the pike for our school.

raw dog

do something without preparation:

She was nervous about raw dogging the presentation without any notes.

quash (v)

hủy án

The judge decided to quash the previous ruling because it was based on incorrect information.

build up

xây dựng lên

He is trying to build up his confidence before the big presentation.

irascible

dễ cáu kỉnh

Her irascible nature made it difficult for her to keep friends.

outlying

located far away from the main area or center.

We decided to explore the outlying areas of the national park.

tapestry

complex situation or story

The artist's work is like a tapestry of different cultures and ideas.

in stark contrast

trái ngược hoàn toàn

Her cheerful attitude was in stark contrast to his gloomy mood.

kick to the curb

đá ra lề đường

After their argument, she decided to kick him to the curb.

concealment

che giấu

She was accused of concealment when she didn't tell her parents about the broken vase.

beehive

tổ ong

The beekeeper checked the beehive for honey production.

tick over

tích tắc

During the winter, the business just ticked over with a few customers.

reserve the right

keep the option to do something in the future.

The company reserves the right to change its policies at any time.

dislodge

remove from a position of power or authority.

They are enforced not by police, but by peers, families, supervisors or elders — making them powerful and hard to dislodge.

seditious

phản loạn

The government took action against the seditious pamphlets that were being distributed in the city.

disclaimer

từ chối trách nhiệm

The website included a disclaimer stating that the information is for educational purposes only.

cluck

gáy

She clucked her tongue in disapproval when he forgot his homework.

deposition (n)

the process of giving sworn evidence

The lawyer prepared for the deposition of the witness to gather important information for the case.

payable

phải trả

Please make your check payable to WWF.

adversary

đối thủ

The lawyer faced a tough adversary in court.

snarf

eat or drink something quickly and greedily.

He snarfed his soda and made a funny noise while drinking it.

sourcing

cung ứng

Last year, the company centralized its sourcing of raw materials.

preclude

ngăn cản

His lack of experience may preclude him from getting the job.

unruffled

không hề nao núng

Despite the chaos around her, she remained unruffled and continued to work efficiently.

queer the pitch

to spoil, ruin, or interfere with someone's plans, schemes, or opportunities, making it difficult for them to succeed

“Jack was just getting into his call to action when someone in the audience started shouting in an attempt to queer the pitch.”

ford

to cross a ford

The travelers found a safe ford to cross the river.

rise through the ranks

thăng tiến qua các cấp bậc

He started as an intern and quickly rose through the ranks to become a team leader.

mark time

to wait

The team had to mark time until the project was approved.

cringeworthy

khiến người ta ngượng ngùng

Watching that old video of my dance performance was so cringeworthy.

per se

tự nó

The movie wasn't bad, per se, but it could have been better.

mojo

special charm, magic, or influence that someone has

After winning the game, she felt like she had her mojo back.

litany

tedious recital or repetitive series

The teacher listened to the student's litany of reasons for being late to class.

on your best behavior

behave well

''I'd just met his parents for the first time so I was on my best behavior.''

paddy wagon

xe chở tù nhân

I was in a paddy wagon when the president was assiniorated.

consign (v)

give something to someone else for them to take care of or sell. It

She decided to consign her old clothes to a charity shop.

enclave

bao vây

The bodies of 28 hostages who are presumed dead are still in the enclave.

in living memory

trong ký ức của mọi người

The invention of the internet is one of the most significant changes in living memory.

southpaw

tay trái

As a southpaw, she found it challenging to use tools designed for right-handed people.

extravaganza

a large, exciting, and impressive event or show

The annual music festival was an extravaganza of talent and creativity.

timorous

nhút nhát

Her timorous voice barely reached the audience during her speech.

highly skilled

có kỹ năng cao

She is a highly skilled musician who plays several instruments.

maunder

talk in a confuesed wahy

She tends to maunder when she is nervous, making it hard for others to follow her thoughts.

ride on a wave

get an advantage from ( a feelig)

The new president is riding (on) a wave of popularity.

angle for

aim towards stb

She was angling for a promotion by working extra hours.

browned off

bị chán nản

I'm really browned off with all the homework we have to do this week.

alluvium

trầm tích

Geologists study alluvium to understand how rivers shape the landscape over time.

at a push

at a pinch

I can finish the project by tomorrow, but only at a push.

intent (n)

purpose or goal that someone has in mind

Her intent was to help the community by volunteering.

me time

thời gian riêng của tôi

This weekend, I plan to have some me time to read my favorite book.

fair game

mục tiêu dễ dàng

During the debate, the politician said that his opponent was fair game for tough questions.

driver

something that creates another thing or causes it to increase:

Technology is a major driver of change. We have a vision of an internet that is free and open and is a driver of innovation.

preclude (V)

ngăn cản

The heavy rain precluded us from going to the park.

anomaly (n)

something that is different from what is usual or expected.

The scientist discovered an anomaly in the experiment results.

regimentation

strict organization or control of people or things, often in a way that is systematic and orderly

The regimentation of the army ensures that everyone follows the same rules and procedures.

find a place in

tìm một vị trí trong

He is trying to find a place in the team after moving to a new city.

quarrelsome

hay cãi vã

Her quarrelsome nature made it hard for her to keep friends.

deterrent

răn đe

The high fines act as a deterrent to speeding.

molest

quấy rối

The teacher was fired for allegedly trying to molest a student.

effect an entrance

tạo hiệu ứng xuất hiện

He practiced his speech to effect an entrance that would leave the audience in awe.

high sign

sign tk mive forwatd

When I saw my friend across the street, I gave her a high sign to say hello.

Party pooper

Kẻ phá bĩnh

We wanted to go to the amusement park, but he said it was too hot. What a party pooper!

goldbrick (v)

INVENT EXCUSEWS

He always tries to goldbrick during group projects, leaving the hard work to others.

transmit sounds

phát ra âm thanh

Animals use their voices to transmit sounds to each other.

fubar

Fucked Up Beyond All Recognition

The project was fubar after the team missed all the deadlines.

computer literacy

trình độ sử dụng máy tính

Having good computer literacy is essential for finding a job in today's world.

pack heat

mang theo vũ khí

He always feels safer when he decides to pack heat during his night walks.

blue chip

cổ phiếu blue chip

The company is a blue chip stock, making it a safe choice for investors.

freight train

phenomenon regarded as powerful and unstoppable.

people do not see the freight train of fiscal chaos coming"

have a few irons in the fire

to be involved with many activities or jobs at the same time or to make certain that there are always several possibilities available

If that job application doesn't work out I've got a couple more irons in the fire.If that job application doesn't work out I've got a couple more irons in the fire.

labyrinth

mê cung

She felt like she was in a labyrinth trying to solve the mystery.

fitting

phù hợp

He made a fitting speech at the ceremony.

pop your cork

dudenly get angry

, "My mother popped her cork when her clone popped its clogs

offender

người phạm tội

The police are looking for the offender who stole the car.

servings

khẩu phần ăn

We need to prepare enough servings for all the guests at the party.

whizz

vù vù

The car whizzed past us on the highway.

in print

trong bản in

Many important studies are now in print, making it easier for researchers to find reliable information.

plaster

Băng dán

I need to put a plaster on my cut. /ˈplɑː.stər/

lay into

chỉ trích

When I forgot to do my homework, my teacher laid into me in front of the whole class.

check over

Kiểm tra lại

I need to check over my homework before I turn it in.

try-outs

Thử việc

Many students showed up for the try-outs, hoping to make the soccer team.

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