Untitled Flashcards Set

Let one’s hair down

To relax and unwind.

Drop-dead gorgeous

Extremely attractive or beautiful.

The length and breadth of sth

Across and throughout something.

Make headlines

To become major news; widely reported.

Take measures to do sth

To take steps or actions to accomplish something.

It is the height of stupidity

It is foolish or pointless.

Pave the way for

To prepare or make ready for something.

Speak highly of sth

To praise or speak well of something.

Tight with money

Being frugal or stingy.

In a good mood

In a cheerful or happy state.

In a bad mood

In an unhappy or irritated state.

On the whole = In general

Overall; generally speaking.

Peace of mind

A state of mental and emotional calmness.

Give sb a lift/ride

To give someone a ride in a vehicle.

Make no difference

To be of no consequence.

On purpose

Intentionally; with intent.

By accident = by chance = by mistake = by coincide

Unintentionally; without planning.

In terms of

Regarding; in relation to.

By means of

Using; through the method of.

With a view to V-ing

With the intention of doing something.

In view of

Considering; from a certain perspective.

Breathe/say a word

To tell someone about something.

Get straight to the point

To address the main issue directly.

Be there for sb

To support or assist someone.

Take it for granted

To assume something is true without question.

Do the household chores

To perform domestic tasks.

Do homework

To complete assigned schoolwork.

Do assignment

To carry out a designated task.

On one’s own = by one’s self

Alone; independently.

Make up one’s mind on st = make a decision on st

To decide on something.

Give a thought about

To consider or reflect on something.

Pay attention to

To focus or concentrate on.

Prepare a plan for

To devise a strategy or outline.

Sit for

To take an exam or test.

Deal with

To manage or handle an issue.

Keep/catch up with sb/sth

To stay informed about or in touch with.

Have/stand a chance to do sth

To have the opportunity to do something.

Hold good

To remain valid or applicable.

Cause the damage

To inflict harm or destruction.

For a while/moment

For a short period.

See eye to eye

To agree with someone.

Pay sb a visit = visit sb

To go see someone.

Put a stop to st = put an end to st

To terminate something.

Be out of habit

Not adhering to a usual practice.

Pick one’s brain

To seek advice or information from someone.

Probe into

To investigate or explore.

To the verge of

Approaching a certain limit.

Lay claim to sth

To assert ownership over something.

Pour scorn on sb

To mock or belittle someone.

A second helping

Another serving of food.