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THE ENGLISH DICTIONARY

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

697 words & expressions

before

word A1

earlier than a time, event, or person in order At an earlier time; in front of in order or place.

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before bed

phrase A2

during the period before going to bed at night

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Before You Know It

idiom

Very quickly or sooner than anticipated.

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Beforehand

word B2

in advance; ahead of time; earlier

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beg

word A2

to ask for money or food as charity, or to plead earnestly to ask for something earnestly; to request humbly to ask for something earnestly or desperately; to ask for something earnestly; to request humbly to ask for something earnestly or desperately

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Beg off

phrasal verb

To politely decline an invitation, duty, or social commitment to protect mental peace and prevent burnout

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Beggars Can't Be Choosers

proverb

People who rely on the charity or generosity of others must accept what is offered without complaining.

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begin

word A1

to start doing something to start doing something; to commence To start something; to perform the first part of an action.

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beginner

word A2

a person who is starting to learn or practice a skill

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behalf

word B1

as a representative of someone or for someone's benefit as a representative of someone; in the interest of someone

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behave

word B1

to act or conduct oneself in a specified way, especially politely or properly

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behavior

word A1

the way a person, animal, or group acts The way in which one acts or conducts oneself, especially toward others.

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behemoth

word C2

something enormous, especially a large and powerful organization or creature

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behind

word A1

at or toward the back of someone or something; later than expected at the back of; following; lagging At or to the back of something; in a position further back.; at the back of; following; lagging At or to the back of something; in a position further back.

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Behind Every Great Man Is a Great Woman

proverb

The outstanding achievements of an accomplished man are usually supported and inspired by a devoted woman.

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Behind Every Great Man There Stands a Woman

proverb

A man's notable greatness and achievements are nurtured and supported by the steadfast wisdom and devotion of a woman.

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Behind Every Successful Man There Stands a Woman

proverb

A man's professional or personal prosperity is sustained by the encouragement, sacrifice, and partnership of a woman.

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behind schedule

phrase A1

Later than planned or expected; delayed in progress; running later than planned or delayed according to timetable

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Behind Someone's Back

idiom

Doing something secretly without a person's knowledge or consent, often dishonestly.

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Behind the Eight Ball

idiom

In a difficult, unfavorable, or awkward position with few good options.

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Behind the Scenes

phrase

Happening quietly, through background processes, or out of public view

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Being Poor Is a Mindset

proverb

Enduring poverty or stagnation is driven by limiting, defeatist thoughts rather than simply a lack of money.

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Being Poor Is a State of Mind

proverb

One's sense of lack or richness is fundamentally determined by perspective, gratitude, and resilience rather than external wealth.

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belie

word C2

To fail to give a true impression of something; disguise or contradict.

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belief

word B1

an acceptance that something exists or is true, or trust and confidence in someone or something; confidence in the truth or existence of something; trust or faith an acceptance that something exists or is true, especially without proof

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believe

word A1

to accept that something is true, especially without proof; to have faith in; to think that something is true or that someone is honest to think that something is true; to have faith in To accept something as true; to have faith or confidence in.; to think that something is true; to have faith in To accept something as true; to have faith or confidence in.

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believe in

phrasal verb

to have trust or confidence in someone's ability, worth, or potential

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Believe It or Not

phrase

Used to introduce a fact that is completely true even though it sounds surprising or improbable.

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Believing Is Seeing

proverb

Unshakable conviction and internal faith shape our reality and allow us to recognize opportunities that others overlook.

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bell

word A1

a hollow metal object that makes a ringing sound when struck a hollow metal device that makes a ringing sound when struck a hollow object, usually made of metal, that makes a ringing sound when struck; a hollow metal device that makes a ringing sound when struck a hollow object, usually made of metal, that makes a ringing sound when struck

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belly

word A2

the front part of the human body below the chest and ribs, containing the stomach; the front part of the human trunk below the ribs, containing the stomach and bowels; abdomen The front part of the human body below the chest; stomach or abdomen.

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belong

word A2

to be owned by someone or to be in the right place or group to be in the right place or to be a member of a group

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belong to

phrase B1

to be the property of; or to be a member of a group or organization; To feel accepted, valued, and genuinely connected as part of a supportive group or community

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below

word A1

in a lower place, position, number, or level At a lower level or position than something else.; At a lower level or position than something else.

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belt

word A2

a strip worn around the waist or used for safety or movement a strip of leather or cloth worn around the waist to support clothes or for decoration a strip of material worn around the waist to support clothes or as decoration

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Belt and Suspenders

idiom

Using multiple redundant safeguards to ensure that nothing goes wrong.

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Belt out

phrasal verb

To sing or vocalize loudly and passionately as a cathartic, therapeutic release of trapped emotions

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bench

word A2

a long seat for two or more people, typically made of wood or stone a long seat for several people, typically made of wood or stone; a long seat for several people, typically made of wood or stone

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benchmark

word C1

a standard or point of reference against which things may be compared or assessed

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bend

word A2

to curve or make something not straight; a curve in a road or object a curved or angled part of something; a turning point in a road or river to curve something or cause it to change shape; to move the body or part of it downward or forward

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