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THE ENGLISH DICTIONARY

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3335 entries have no recorded CEFR level and are included in All.

1095 words & expressions

A Contented Mind Is a Perpetual Feast

proverb

A person who is satisfied and peaceful within enjoys continuous happiness and abundance regardless of wealth.

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A Contentious Subject

phrase

An issue or matter that causes heated argument, controversy, or deep disagreement

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A Controversial Subject

phrase

A matter or issue that generates significant public debate, disagreement, and conflicting opinions.

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A Coordinated Effort

phrase

An organized collaboration where multiple individuals, agencies, or teams work synchronously toward a shared objective.

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A Copy of

phrase

A duplicate, reproduction, or backup of an original file, document, or record.

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A Couple of

phrase

Two or a small indefinite number (a few) of items, minutes, or entities.

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A Creaking Door Hangs Long on Its Hinges

proverb

People who are frail or continually ailing often outlive expectations and survive longer than robust, arrogant individuals

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A Creaking Door Hangs Longest

proverb

People with poor health or frail constitutions often outlive those who seem robust; weak things often endure.

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A Crushing Calamity

phrase

An overwhelming, destructive disaster or catastrophe that causes immense loss.

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A Cup of

phrase

A standard measurement or serving of a drink or substance contained in a cup.

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A Danger Foreseen Is Half Avoided

proverb

Anticipating potential risks and acknowledging vulnerabilities in advance helps one prevent or minimize disaster

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A Danger to

phrase

A person, object, or situation that poses a serious risk or hazard to someone or something.

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A Defined Goal

phrase

A clear, specific, and well-outlined objective or target.

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A Double-Edged Sword

phrase

Something that offers distinct benefits but also poses serious risks or drawbacks.

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A Drastic Debate

phrase

An intense, radical, or fiercely contested dispute over a critical issue.

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A Drastic Departure from Something

phrase

A radical shift or sharp deviation from established norms, traditions, or conventional systems.

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A Drowning Man Will Clutch at a Straw

proverb

A person in a desperate situation will seize any slight, unpromising chance of rescue, however futile it may be

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A Drowning Man Will Grab at a Straw

proverb

When pushed into extreme jeopardy, someone will desperately grasp for any tiny hope or ineffective remedy

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A Drowning Man Will Grab at Straws

proverb

Desperate individuals facing imminent collapse will rely on multiple baseless hopes or unrealistic solutions

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A Drowning Man Will Grasp at a Straw

proverb

Under hopeless circumstances, one will seek solace in even the most fragile and unreliable possibility of rescue

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A Drowning Man Will Grasp at Straws

proverb

A person in extreme distress or peril will desperately attempt any remedy, no matter how hopeless or ineffective it may be

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A Drugs Ring

phrase

An organized criminal network involved in illicit drug trafficking and illicit financial activities.

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A Dumb Priest Never Got a Parish

proverb

If you do not speak up, ask clearly, or advocate for yourself, you will never receive what you desire

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A Fair Booty Makes Many a Thief

proverb

Leaving valuable property unprotected or exposing people to easy temptation creates dishonest behavior even among ordinary people

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A Far Cry

phrase

Something very different from another thing, usually representing a vast distance or contrast.

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A Fatal Blow to Someone

phrase

An action, event, or disaster that completely destroys someone's hopes, chances, or career.

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A Fault Confessed Is Half Redressed

proverb

Honestly acknowledging and taking responsibility for an error is the most important initial step toward correcting it and regaining trust

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A feather in your cap

phrase

an admirable accomplishment, distinction, or honor of which one can be justly proud

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A Fertile Mind

phrase

A highly creative, imaginative, and productive intellect capable of generating original ideas.

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a few

phrase

A small number of people or things (used with countable nouns, indicating some).

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A Flow of Someone

phrase

A continuous and steady movement or succession of people arriving or passing through.

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A Fool and His Money

idiom

An idiomatic shorthand indicating that an unwise or careless individual inevitably squanders their financial wealth

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A Fool and His Money Are Easily Parted

proverb

Unwise, gullible, or careless people are quickly separated from their money by schemers or impulsive habits

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A Fool and His Money Are Soon Parted

proverb

People who lack sound financial judgment, patience, and foresight will quickly squander and lose their wealth

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A Foolish Consistency Is the Hobgoblin of Little Minds

proverb

Refusing to change one's mind or adjust opinions in the face of new facts and experiences reflects small-mindedness and intellectual rigidity

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A Foregone Conclusion

phrase

A result or outcome that is inevitable and certain before it even happens.

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A Fraction of

phrase

A small part, portion, or amount of a larger whole.

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A Friend in Need Is a Friend Indeed

proverb

A true and genuine friend is one who stands by and aids you during moments of hardship.

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A Gem of Something

phrase

An exceptionally outstanding, highly valued, or precious piece/example of something.

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A Glass of

phrase

A glass container holding a drink, often served as an essential gesture of hospitality and care

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