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THE ENGLISH DICTIONARY

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CEFR LEVEL

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

697 words & expressions

Business Before Pleasure

proverb

Work, obligations, and professional tasks must take priority before one engages in recreation or entertainment.

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businessman

word A2

a man who works in business or commerce, especially at an executive level a person engaged in commercial or industrial business activities

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businesswoman

word A2

a woman who works in commerce, especially at an executive or ownership level a woman who works in business, especially one who owns or manages a company

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Bust out

phrasal verb

To escape confinement; to take out or unpack emergency gear and supplies for immediate use

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Bust up

phrasal verb

To break into pieces, smash, or severely damage; to break up a quarrel or chaotic gathering

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busy

word A1

having a lot to do; full of activity actively engaged in work or activity; occupied; actively engaged in work or activity; occupied

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busy bee

idiom

An active, energetic person who is constantly occupied with helpful tasks

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but

word A1

used to connect two contrasting ideas to hit or push with the head or horns; to strike forcefully used to introduce a phrase or clause contrasting with what has already been mentioned

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butt in

phrasal verb

To interrupt rudely or interfere in something that does not concern you

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Butt out

phrasal verb

To stop interfering or meddling in someone else's affairs

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butter

word A1

a pale yellow fat food made by churning cream a pale yellow edible fatty substance made by churning cream a pale yellow edible fat made from cream; to spread butter on something; a pale yellow edible fatty substance made by churning cream a pale yellow edible fat made from cream; to spread butter on something

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Butter Someone up

idiom

To flatter or praise someone generously in order to gain a favor or approval

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butter up

phrasal verb

To flatter or praise someone excessively in order to gain a favor or secure resources

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Butter-fish

word C2

a species of edible freshwater fish known for its soft, delicate, and buttery texture; Ompok pabda

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butterfly

word A1

a flying nectar-feeding insect with large colorful wings an insect with large, often brightly colored wings that flies during the day; an insect with large, often brightly colored wings that flies during the day

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Butterfly Population

word B2

The total number of butterflies of one or more species living in a specific region or habitat.

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button

word A1

a small part you press on a machine or a small round piece that fastens clothes A small disk or knob sewn onto a garment, either to fasten it by being pushed through a slit made for the purpose, or for decoration. a small disc or knob used to fasten clothing or as a control on a device; A small disk, knob, or control that is fastened on clothing or pressed to operate a device.; A small disk or knob sewn onto a garment, either to fasten it by being pushed through a slit made for the purpose, or for decoration. a small disc or knob used to fasten clothing or as a control on a device

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Button down

phrasal verb

To prepare thoroughly for an impending storm or crisis; to secure and fasten tightly

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Button One's Lip

idiom

To stop talking, keep quiet, or maintain strict secrecy

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Button up

phrasal verb

To fasten clothing with buttons; to finalize and conclude an emergency operation securely

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buttress

word C1

A structure built against a wall for support; to support, strengthen, or defend something.

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buy

word A1

to obtain in exchange for payment; to get something by paying money to get something by paying money for it; to purchase to purchase something with money to acquire something in exchange for money; to get something by paying money for it; to purchase to purchase something with money to acquire something in exchange for money

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Buy a Lemon

idiom

To purchase an item—especially a vehicle or machine—that proves to be defective or troublesome

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Buy Cheap, Buy Twice

proverb

Purchasing low-priced, inferior goods usually ends up costing more because they break quickly and require replacement.

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Buy in

phrasal verb

To agree with, support, or accept an idea, plan, or initiative.

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Buy into

phrasal verb

To completely believe in, accept, or subscribe to an idea, philosophy, or trend.

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Buy Nice or Buy Twice

proverb

It is wiser to invest in good quality upfront than to buy cheap goods that quickly break and must be replaced.

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buy off

phrasal verb

To pay someone money (often dishonestly or as a bribe) so that they stop opposing or exposing you.

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Buy out

phrasal verb

To pay a business partner or owner money to acquire their entire share, stake, or ownership.

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Buy Something for a Song

idiom

To acquire or purchase something at a remarkably low or cheap price

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Buy the Rumor, Sell the Fact

proverb

A financial proverb advising one to buy assets on anticipation of good events and sell once the event actually occurs.

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Buy the Rumor, Sell the News

proverb

An investment adage meaning that asset prices surge on speculative rumors and fall once official announcements confirm them.

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Buy the Same Horse Twice

proverb

To fall for the exact same trick or repeat an identical error out of carelessness.

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Buy up

phrasal verb

To quickly purchase large quantities of something or all of what is available.

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buyer

word B1

a person or company that buys something a person who makes a purchase; a person who makes a purchase

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Buzz around

phrasal verb

To move about busily, energetically, and quickly from one spot to another.

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Buzz off

phrasal verb

To go away quickly; often used informally to tell someone to leave or stop interfering.

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by accident

phrase A2

Without intention; accidentally or through an unintentional mistake; without intending to; by chance rather than design

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By all means

phrase

certainly; without hesitation; yes indeed

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By and Large

phrase

On the whole; generally speaking; taking everything into consideration

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