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Better to Light One Candle than to Curse the Darkness
proverbInitiating a single positive act of improvement provides greater relief and progress than complaining about difficulties.
↗Better to Light One Small Candle than to Curse the Darkness
proverbEven the smallest gesture of hope and kindness is vastly superior to passive frustration about bleak circumstances.
↗between
word A1in the middle of two people, things, places, times, or amounts at, into, or across the space separating two objects or regions
↗Between a Rock and a Hard Place
idiomFaced with two equally difficult or unpleasant choices.
↗Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea
idiomFacing two equally undesirable and hazardous alternatives.
↗Beware of
phrasal verbTo remain vigilant, cautious, and alert regarding toxic habits, cognitive distortions, or impending burnout
↗Beware of Greeks Bearing Gifts
proverbBe cautious of adversaries or jealous competitors who suddenly display kindness or offer unexpected favors.
↗beyond
word A2farther than a place, time, or limit further away than; exceeding; more than at or to the further side of; more than
↗Beyond the Pale
idiomOutside the bounds of acceptable behavior, morality, or social norms.
↗Bi Now, Gay Later
idiomA colloquial phrase referring to the assumption or experience of identifying as bisexual before coming out as gay
↗bias
word B1an unfair preference or fixed opinion that affects judgment Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair. prejudice in favor of or against something; an inclination or outlook an unfair preference or prejudice for or against something or someone; Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair.; Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair. prejudice in favor of or against something; an inclination or outlook an unfair preference or prejudice for or against something or someone
↗bicycle
word A1a two-wheeled vehicle that you ride by pushing pedals A vehicle with two wheels that you pedal to make it move a vehicle with two wheels that you ride by pedaling; A vehicle with two wheels that you pedal to make it move a vehicle with two wheels that you ride by pedaling
↗bid
word B2an offer of a price, especially at an auction; an attempt or effort to achieve something; or to offer a certain price
↗bid for
phrasal verbTo attempt to obtain, achieve, or acquire something; or to offer a specific price for something at an auction or tender.
↗big
word A1large in size, extent, or importance; large in size, amount, or importance large in size, extent, or importance
↗Big Cheese
idiomAn important, influential, or powerful person in an organization.
↗Big Fish Eat Little Fish
proverbIn an aggressive, competitive system, powerful and wealthy entities naturally dominate or consume the weak and small.
↗Big Fish in a Small Pond
idiomA person who is prominent or influential within a small or limited community.
↗Big Shot
idiomAn influential, prominent, or self-important person.
↗Big Things Come in Small Packages
proverbThings, gifts, or individuals that appear modest often hold extraordinary quality, value, or power
↗Big Things Sometimes Come in Small Packages
proverbNotable virtues, generous deeds, and exceptional abilities are often found in unassuming forms
↗Big Wheel
idiomAn influential or powerful person with significant control or sway.
↗Bigger Bang for Your Buck
idiomMore value, benefit, or quality for the amount of money or effort spent
↗Bigwig
idiomAn important, influential, or powerful person in an organization or community
↗bike
word A1a bicycle or motorcycle a bicycle or motorcycle; to ride a bicycle
↗bilateral
word C1having or relating to two sides; affecting or undertaken by both parties
↗bilateral negotiations
word C1Formal discussions between two parties or countries aimed at reaching an agreement.
↗Bile
word C1a bitter greenish-brown alkaline fluid that aids digestion and is secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder
↗bill
word A2a written list showing money you must pay for goods or services the beak of a bird, especially when it is broad and flat a written statement of money owed for goods or services; also a proposed law presented to a legislature; the beak of a bird, especially when slender, broad, or flat; the beak of a bird, especially when it is broad and flat a written statement of money owed for goods or services; also a proposed law presented to a legislature
↗bin
word B1a container for waste or for storing things
↗bind
word B2to tie or fasten something tightly; or to unite or hold someone legally or morally
↗bind together
phrasal verbTo unite individuals or groups firmly through common goals, shared values, or mutual loyalty.
↗Binge-watch series
phraseto watch multiple episodes of a television or web series in rapid succession
↗bioavailability
word C2The proportion of a drug or other substance which enters the circulation when introduced into the body and so is able to have an active effect.
↗biocide
word C2A poisonous substance or chemical agent capable of destroying living organisms.
↗biodegradable
word B2Capable of being decomposed by bacteria or other living organisms without causing harm to the environment.
↗biodiversity
word C1The variety of plant and animal life in the world or in a particular habitat.
↗biological
word B2relating to biology or living organisms relating to the science of biology or to life and living organisms
↗bird
word A1an animal with wings, feathers, and usually the ability to fly a warm-blooded animal with feathers and wings that usually lays eggs and can often fly; a warm-blooded animal with feathers and wings that usually lays eggs and can often fly
↗Bird in the Hand
idiomAn asset or advantage already secured, which is far more dependable than potential future windfalls
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