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Slang of the Day | Vocabulary | EnglishClub
rabbit on
to talk for a long time, esp. about things that aren't important
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Phrasal Verb of the Day | Vocabulary | EnglishClub
run on (1)
to use a particular type of fuel or a particular power source
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Word of the Day
snobbish
Definition: (adjective) Befitting or characteristic of those who incline to social exclusiveness and who rebuff the advances of people considered inferior.
Synonyms: cliquish, snobby, clannish, clubby.
Usage: I expected Susan, the daughter of a multimillionaire, to be snobbish, but she was actually warm and friendly.
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Wordsmith.org: Today's Word
kleptocrat
noun: A politician or an official who uses their position to enrich themselves.
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Word of the Day
Word of the Day: iconic
This word has appeared in 1,730 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?
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Idiom of the Day
rolling in dough
Exceptionally wealthy; having large amounts of money to spend. Watch the video
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Wordsmith.org: Today's Word
theomachy
noun: A battle among the gods or other powerful entities.
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Phrasal Verb of the Day | Vocabulary | EnglishClub
mull over
to think carefully about something before making a decision
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Word of the Day
perspire
Definition: (verb) To excrete perspiration through the pores of the skin.
Synonyms: sudate, sweat.
Usage: The air-conditioning was broken in his car, and he began to perspire heavily in the heat.
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Slang of the Day | Vocabulary | EnglishClub
up the duff
pregnant
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Idiom of the Day
rip-snorting mad
Extremely angry and agitated; infuriated. Watch the video
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Slang of the Day | Vocabulary | EnglishClub
knock off (3)
to steal something
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Idiom of the Day
ripen up
To grow ripe; to become mature enough to harvest or pick. Watch the video
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Word of the Day
Word of the Day: gobbledygook
This word has appeared in 12 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?
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Slang of the Day | Vocabulary | EnglishClub
airy-fairy
overly idealistic, lacking down-to-earth common sense
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Word of the Day: amalgamate
This word has appeared in three articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?
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Idiom of the Day
roll (one's) eyes
To turn one's eyes upward or around in a circle, usually as an expression of exasperation, annoyance, impatience, or disdain. Watch the video
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Football Phrase of the Week: Transfer Window Slams Shut
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Slang of the Day | Vocabulary | EnglishClub
shot
an attempt, a try, a turn
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Phrasal Verb of the Day | Vocabulary | EnglishClub
stick at
If you stick at something, you continue to do it even if it's difficult or it's taking a long time.
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Word of the Day
unsnarl
Definition: (verb) Extricate from entanglement.
Synonyms: disentangle, straighten out.
Usage: Can you unsnarl the kite string, or do we need to cut it and add a new spool?
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Slang of the Day | Vocabulary | EnglishClub
toffee-nosed
snobbish, pretentiously superior towards people of lower social class or income
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Idiom of the Day
rob the till
To steal the earnings of a shop or restaurant from out of its cash register. Watch the video
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Learn English Through Football Podcast: Hijack a Move
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Phrasal Verb of the Day | Vocabulary | EnglishClub
come over (1)
to visit a place, or to move from one place or country to another
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Word of the Day
unfeigned
Definition: (adjective) Not pretended; sincerely felt or expressed.
Synonyms: genuine, true.
Usage: I could tell from his unfeigned astonishment that he truly knew nothing about the robbery plans.
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Phrasal Verb of the Day | Vocabulary | EnglishClub
wash up (1)
If you wash up, you wash dirty dishes and cooking utensils.
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Word of the Day
bemuse
Definition: (verb) Cause to be confused emotionally.
Synonyms: discombobulate, bewilder, throw.
Usage: He finds it important not to bemuse readers with pompous language and is noted for his straightforward, uncomplicated writing style.
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Wordsmith.org: Today's Word
serendipitous
adjective: Relating to fortunate discoveries or happenings by chance.
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Phrasal Verb of the Day | Vocabulary | EnglishClub
hang around
to spend time somewhere without doing anything useful
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