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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.

9688 words & expressions

stay inside

phrase A2

to remain indoors rather than going outdoors

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Stay on

phrasal verb

To remain in a job, position, or role longer than originally scheduled

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Stay out

phrasal verb

To remain outdoors or away from a facility, or to refrain from becoming involved in an issue

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Stay over

phrasal verb

To spend the night at someone else's place or remain overnight at a facility

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stay up

phrasal verb

to remain awake and not go to bed at the normal sleeping time; to remain awake and not go to bed until a much later time than usual

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steadily

word B1

in a regular, even, and continuous manner; firmly in a regular and continuous way; without stopping or changing

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steady

word B1

firm, regular, and not changing suddenly firm, stable, and not likely to change suddenly; firm, stable, and not likely to change suddenly

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steak

word A2

a high-quality cut of meat, typically beef, cooked by grilling or frying a thick slice of meat, typically beef, cooked by grilling or frying

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steal

word A2

to take something that is not yours without permission to take something without permission; to rob to take something without permission or right; to take something without permission; to rob to take something without permission or right

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Steal the show

phrase

to attract the most attention and praise by giving an exceptional performance, overshadowing others

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steam

word B1

the vapor into which water turns when heated to the boiling point the vapor into which water is converted when heated; to emit or treat with steam; the vapor into which water is converted when heated; to emit or treat with steam

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Steamer

word B2

a ship or boat propelled by steam power

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steel

word B1

a strong metal made mainly from iron a strong, hard metal made of iron and carbon; a strong, hard metal made of iron and carbon

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steep

word B1

rising or falling sharply; nearly perpendicular; also excessively high in price Having a sharp inclination or high slope; also can mean excessive (as in price).; Having a sharp inclination or high slope; also can mean excessive (as in price).

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stem

word B1

to come from something as a cause; also to stop the flow of something Noun: The main stalk of a plant. Verb: To stop or restrict the flow or development of something.

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stentorian

word C2

extremely loud and powerful in sound

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step

word A1

one movement of your foot; one stage in a process a movement made by lifting one foot and putting it down in a new position; a movement made by lifting one foot and putting it down in a new position

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step aside

phrasal verb B1

to move out of the way for someone; or to resign from a position to let another take over

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step back

phrasal verb C1

To temporarily pause or withdraw from a situation to evaluate it objectively from a broader viewpoint; to pause and think about a situation from a broader perspective

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step by step

phrase A1

progressing gradually and steadily from one stage to the next; moving gradually and systematically through stages

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step down

phrasal verb

to resign, withdraw, or vacate an important post or high-level leadership position

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Step down from

phrasal verb

to resign or withdraw from an official position, high-ranking role, or leadership post

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step forward

phrasal verb

To offer help, take initiative, or present oneself to take responsibility or action.

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Step in

phrasal verb

To intervene in a situation or take action, especially to resolve a difficulty or protect someone.

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Step into the real world

phrase

to transition from the protected academic environment into independent adulthood and professional responsibility

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Step out

phrasal verb

To leave a place for a short time; or to venture outside one's familiar comfort zone.

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step up

phrasal verb

To increase one's efforts, rise to a challenge, or take on greater responsibility.

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Step up to the plate

phrase

to take responsibility for dealing with a challenging situation or crisis

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stepmother

word A2

a woman married to one of your parents who is not your biological mother

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stereotyping

word C1

The act of categorizing individuals or groups based on oversimplified and fixed generalized beliefs.

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stick

word B1

a thin piece of wood; to attach or stay in one place to adhere or attach something to a surface; to adhere or attach something to a surface

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Stick around

phrasal verb

To remain in a place or stay loyal and present, especially during trying times.

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stick out

phrasal verb

To be extremely noticeable or distinctive; or to endure a difficult period until the end.

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stick to

phrasal verb

To adhere firmly to a rule, instruction, decision, or plan without deviating

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stick together

phrasal verb

To remain united and support one another; or to adhere to each other physically

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Stick up for

phrasal verb

To defend or advocate for someone or something that is being criticized or treated unfairly

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stick with

phrasal verb

To continue using, following, or working with a particular plan, system, or person

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stigma

word C1

a mark of shame or disgrace associated with a particular circumstance or quality; a mark of shame or disapproval associated with a particular circumstance or quality a mark of shame or disgrace associated with a particular circumstance or quality

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still

word A1

continuing until now, or even so not moving or making a sound; not moving or making a sound

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stimulate

word B2

To encourage development, activity, growth, or interest in something.

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