Advanced English Vocabulary for Lazy People

Cut corners

Doing something quickly and not properly, often making the result worse

Get me going( excited)

To feel enthusiastic or energised about something

To wear off

When something gradually loses its effect over time

To grate on

When something or someone annoys or bothers you repeatedly

To get more than you bargained for

To expect or anticipate a certain outcome result but getting more than you expected or anticipated

To bottle something (informal British slang)

To lose your nerve or courage at the last moment, especially when faced with a challenge or decision

In the meantime/ meanwhile

the time in between