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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

article

word A1

a piece of writing in a newspaper, magazine, or website; also a grammar word like a, an, the a piece of writing included in a newspaper, magazine, or journal; a piece of writing included in a newspaper, magazine, or journal

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articulation

word C1

The clear and effective expression of thoughts, ideas, or speech.

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artifact

word B2

an object made by humans, typically of cultural or historical interest

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artificial

word A2

made or produced by human beings rather than occurring naturally Made by humans; not occurring naturally made by humans rather than occurring naturally; fake made or produced by humans rather than occurring naturally; Made by humans; not occurring naturally made by humans rather than occurring naturally; fake made or produced by humans rather than occurring naturally

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artificial intelligence

phrase A2

the theory and development of computer systems able to perform tasks normally requiring human intelligence; the simulation of human intelligence processes by computer systems, such as learning, reasoning, and problem-solving

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Artificially

word B2

by artificial means; not naturally; synthetically

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artist

word B1

a person who produces paintings or drawings as a profession or hobby; someone skilled in the arts

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As

word A1

in the way that; while; because; during the time that

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As a Dog Returns to His Vomit, so a Fool Repeats His Folly

proverb

An unthinking, foolish person persistently relapses into the very same irrational errors and harmful behaviors.

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As a matter of fact

phrase

in reality; actually (used to add detail or correct an assumption)

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as a result

phrase A1

Because of something that has just been mentioned; consequently.; because of something that happened; consequently

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As Busy as a Bee

idiom

Extremely active, industrious, and constantly engaged in productive work.

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As Easy as Abc

idiom

Extremely simple, uncomplicated, or elementary to accomplish.

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As Easy as Pie

idiom

Very straightforward, effortless, and presenting no difficulty.

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As Far as

phrase

To the degree or extent that; used to limit a statement to a particular scope or knowledge

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As far as I know

phrase

used to state what you believe is true based on current information

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As Genuine as a Three-Dollar Bill

idiom

Completely fake, fraudulent, or counterfeit.

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As Happy as a Clam

idiom

Extremely contented, secure, and pleased with one's situation.

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as long as

phrase A1

provided that; only if; for the period of time that

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As One Door Closes, Another Opens

proverb

When one opportunity, chapter, or relationship ends, new pathways to peace and renewal inevitably present themselves.

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as planned

phrase B1

in accordance with what was arranged or expected beforehand

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As Quiet as a Mouse

idiom

Making virtually no noise; behaving extremely discreetly and silently.

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As Rare as Hen's Teeth

idiom

Incredibly scarce, unusual, or practically impossible to find.

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As Right as Rain

idiom

Completely recovered, healthy, safe, or in satisfactory order.

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as soon as possible

phrase

at the earliest feasible moment; with no delay (often abbreviated as ASAP)

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As the Crow Flies

idiom

In a direct straight line between two places, disregarding ground obstacles.

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As the Mountain Could Not Wait Upon Mahomet, Mahomet Would Go to the Mountain

proverb

If the other party refuses to yield or circumstances will not bend to your will, you must take the initiative and go to them to achieve peace.

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As the Twig Is Bent, so Is the Tree Inclined

proverb

Early training, upbringing, and habits instilled in youth shape how a person handles conflict and pursues peace in adult life.

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As usual

word A2

in the way that is normal or typical; customarily; as happens normally; In the normal, customary, or expected way

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as well

phrase A1

in addition; also or too

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as well as

phrase A1

in addition to; along with something else; In addition to someone or something; not only one thing but also another

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As White as a Ghost

idiom

Extremely pale as a consequence of terror, peril, or panic.

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As White as a Sheet

idiom

Exceptionally pale in the face due to sudden shock, fear, or realization of danger.

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As You Have Brewed, so You Must Drink

proverb

You must face and endure the bitter, inevitable consequences of your own deceitful or reckless deeds

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As You Make Your Bed, so You Must Lie in It

proverb

One must suffer the painful aftermath and take full personal responsibility for bad decisions or broken trust

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As You Sow, so Shall You Reap

proverb

The nature of your initial actions inevitably determines the rewards or punishments you subsequently receive

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aside

word B1

to or toward one side; out of the way or kept for future use

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ask

word A1

to say something in order to obtain an answer or some information; to request; to say a question or request something to request information; to inquire; to invite to request information or seek an answer; to request information; to inquire; to invite to request information or seek an answer

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Ask a Silly Question, Get a Silly Answer

proverb

If you pose a ridiculous, obvious, or nonsensical query, you should expect a playful, sarcastic, or absurd reply.

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Ask a Stupid Question, Get a Stupid Answer

proverb

Posing an unthinking, thoughtless, or nonsensical question invites an equally dismissive or caustic response.

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