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THE ENGLISH DICTIONARY

English English

CEFR LEVEL

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

9688 words & expressions

Put a Sock in It

idiom

An informal and direct command telling an annoying or noisy person to stop talking and remain quiet

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put across

phrasal verb

To communicate or explain ideas, rules, or opinions clearly and convincingly.

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put aside

phrasal verb B1

To reserve or save money, items, or time for a future purpose; also to disregard temporarily.; to save or reserve something, especially money, for a future purpose

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put away

phrasal verb

to return an object to the proper place where it is usually stored

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Put back

phrasal verb

To return something to its proper position; or to postpone an event or schedule

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put down

phrasal verb

To set something down, especially electronic screens or heavy objects before resting

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put forward

phrasal verb B2

To propose or submit an idea, plan, or candidate for team discussion; to suggest or propose an idea, plan, or candidate for consideration

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put in

phrasal verb

To officially submit a request, application, or claim; also to dedicate time or effort.

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Put in Their Place

idiom

To humiliate or sternly reprimand arrogant individuals, reminding them of their true status or limitations

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Put It on the Back Burner

idiom

To postpone, defer, or reduce the priority of an issue or task until a more opportune time

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Put My Foot Down

idiom

To use one's authority firmly to stop something from happening or to assert control.

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put off

phrasal verb A1

to delay or postpone an event to a later date or time; to postpone or delay something until a later time; to postpone or delay doing something

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put on

phrasal verb

to dress oneself in clothing or apply something to one's body

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Put on My Thinking Cap

idiom

To start thinking seriously and carefully in order to solve a problem or come up with an idea.

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Put Our Heads Together

idiom

To consult, collaborate, or share ideas with others to solve a problem or plan something.

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put out

phrasal verb

To publish, release, or distribute something like software updates or announcements

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Put out content

phrasal verb

to produce, publish, or release digital material such as videos, blogs, or podcasts for the public

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Put Someone on the Spot

idiom

To force someone into a difficult situation or make them answer a challenging question without preparation.

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Put Something Down in Black and White

idiom

To write or record something clearly and officially on paper so there is no ambiguity.

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Put Something into Practice

idiom

To implement, apply, or use an idea, advice, or traditional wisdom in real life.

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Put Something on Ice

idiom

To postpone, delay, or temporarily suspend an initiative, plan, or project.

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Put the Squeeze

idiom

To exert severe pressure or coercion on someone, often financially, to force compliance.

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put together

phrasal verb

To assemble, organize, or create a package, plan, or item by combining various parts.

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put up

phrasal verb

To erect, hang up, or install something for shelter, protection, or undisturbed rest

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put up with

phrasal verb

To tolerate or accept an unpleasant situation or person without complaining

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Put your feet up

phrase

to sit back comfortably and rest, often with the legs elevated

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Put Your Finger on It

idiom

To identify or pinpoint precisely what is wrong, unique, or elusive about a situation.

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Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is

idiom

To support your words and claims with tangible action or financial contribution rather than mere talk.

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puzzle

word B1

a game, toy, or problem designed to test ingenuity or knowledge; a perplexing mystery

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Q and A session

phrase

a designated period during or after a presentation where the audience asks questions and the speaker answers them

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quagmire

word C1

An awkward, complex, or hazardous situation from which extrication is difficult; also, a soft boggy area of land.

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quail

word C1

To feel or show fear or apprehension; to cower.

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qualification

word B2

a pass of an examination or an official completion of a course showing competence official record showing that someone has finished a training course or has necessary skills; condition or requirement a condition or skill that makes someone suitable for a job or activity; the process of qualifying; An official record, skill, or condition showing that someone is suitable for a job or activity.

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qualified

word B1

Officially recognized as having the necessary skills, knowledge, or training for a particular job or role.

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qualify

word B1

to meet the necessary requirements, standards, or conditions to be eligible for something

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quality

word A2

how good or bad something is; a feature of a person or thing The standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind; the degree of excellence of something. the standard of something when compared to other things; characteristic or feature the standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind; The standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind; the degree of excellence of something. the standard of something when compared to other things; characteristic or feature the standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind

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quality time

word B1

Time spent giving one's undivided attention to friends or family in order to strengthen relationships.; Time spent giving one's undivided, attentive devotion to loved ones or meaningful heritage pursuits.

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qualm

word C1

An uneasy feeling of doubt, worry, or fear, especially about one's own conduct.

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quantifiable

word C1

Able to be measured, expressed, or stated as a quantity or number.

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quantity

word B1

the amount, number, or measurable property of something

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