notice; pay attention to
Example: I was so tired I couldn't take in anything the teacher said.
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Beauty, often written and pronounced 'bewdy' is an expression that means 'good' or is used as an exclamation of approval.
The lie of the land, or, in America, the lay of the land, refers to the phsical characteristics of the land or the way it is formed.
Example: Make sure you know the lie of the land before you go walking in the mountains.
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even if it's difficult; in any circumstances
Example: I'm going to finish this job no matter what.
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Here
said is the
past tense of the
irregular verb say. Follow the link below to find out more and listen to some examples.
A stone's throw is a short distance.
Example: I only live a stone's throw from my work.
finish after a series of events
Example: I'll end up late for work if I have to do any more chores.
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stage; organise
Example: They put on a wonderful concert.
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phrasal verb put on, follow the link below to our language library.