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THE ENGLISH DICTIONARY

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

9688 words & expressions

beach

word A1

an area of sand or stones beside the sea An area of sand or small stones beside the sea or a lake.; An area of sand or small stones beside the sea or a lake.

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beam

word B2

a ray or shaft of light; also a long sturdy piece of timber or metal used in construction a ray or shaft of light; a long piece of wood or metal used to support weight; a ray or shaft of light; a long piece of wood or metal used to support weight

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bean

word A1

an edible seed or pod from climbing plants, rich in protein an edible seed, typically kidney-shaped, growing in long pods on certain leguminous plants A seed that is eaten as a vegetable or used to make food products.

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bear

word A1

a large, heavy mammal with thick fur and a very short tail; to carry; to endure; to give birth to; to support a large, heavy mammal with thick fur and a very short tail to carry, endure, or give birth to; also refers to a large wild animal

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Bear a grudge

phrase

to continue to feel anger, bitterness, or ill will toward someone for an extended period over a past grievance

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Bear down

phrasal verb

To exert maximum effort, concentrate intensely, or push forward with resolute determination

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Bear down on

phrasal verb

To approach someone or something rapidly, threateningly, or with overwhelming pressure

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bear in mind

phrase

To take a specific reality or condition into account when considering or deciding something.; To remember, take into consideration, or remain conscious of an essential fact when making an assessment.

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Bear on

phrasal verb

To have a direct relevance to, connection with, or significant effect upon something

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bear out

phrasal verb C1

To substantiate, confirm, or prove the truth or validity of a prediction or claim; to confirm or support the truth of something

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Bear up

phrasal verb

To remain brave, resilient, and composed despite adversity, physical strain, or pain

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Bear with

phrasal verb

To show patience and understanding toward someone while they work through difficulties or delays

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Beard

word B1

hair that grows on the chin and lower cheeks of a man's face

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beast

word B1

an animal, especially a large or dangerous wild four-footed animal; a large or dangerous animal; a cruel or unpleasant person a large or dangerous animal; a cruel or brutal person

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beat

word B1

to defeat someone in a game or competition; to hit repeatedly; also to pulsate regularly; to strike repeatedly; to defeat; to pulsate rhythmically to hit repeatedly; to defeat; to pulse rhythmically to hit repeatedly or to defeat someone in a competition

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Beat a Hasty Retreat

idiom

To leave, withdraw, or flee from a threatening, hostile, or awkward situation very quickly.

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Beat Around the Bush

idiom

To avoid speaking directly or candidly about a difficult or crucial matter by discussing irrelevant details instead.

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Beat back

phrasal verb

To repel, fight off, or force an advancing opponent to retreat

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Beat down

phrasal verb

To depress, exhaust, or overwhelm someone through continuous emotional stress or hardship

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Beat off

phrasal verb

To repel, fight off, or ward off intrusive thoughts, negative emotions, or panic attacks

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Beat out

phrasal verb

To eliminate, overcome, or triumph over internal fear and despair through emotional resilience

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Beat Someone to the Draw

idiom

To act, respond, or secure an opportunity before an opponent or rival has the chance to do so.

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Beat Someone to the Punch

idiom

To do or say something before someone else has the chance to do it.

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Beat the Bushes

idiom

To search thoroughly and exhaustively in order to find someone or something.

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Beat up

phrasal verb

To harshly criticize, punish, or blame oneself mentally for mistakes or imperfections

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Beating a Dead Horse

idiom

Wasting time and effort trying to change or pursue something that cannot be altered or resolved.

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Beating Around the Bush

idiom

Avoiding the main topic or speaking evasively instead of stating something directly.

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beautiful

word A1

very pleasant to look at, hear, or experience pleasing to the senses; attractive; having qualities that give great pleasure pleasing to the senses or mind; very attractive; pleasing to the senses; attractive; having qualities that give great pleasure pleasing to the senses or mind; very attractive

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beautify

word A1

to improve the appearance of something to make something more beautiful or attractive

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beauty

word A2

the quality of being pleasant to see, hear, or feel the quality of being pleasing to look at; attractiveness a combination of qualities that please the senses or mind

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Beauty Fades, Dumb Is Forever

proverb

Physical charm and youth naturally diminish over time, but foolishness and lack of wisdom persist permanently.

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Beauty Is but Skin-Deep

proverb

Physical attractiveness is superficial and does not guarantee genuine goodness, character, or integrity.

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Beauty Is in the Eye of the Beholder

proverb

What one individual considers attractive, valuable, or admirable depends entirely on their subjective perception.

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Beauty Is Only Skin Deep

proverb

A person's external looks are purely superficial, whereas moral character, honesty, and empathy truly define them.

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Beauty Never Boiled the Pot

proverb

Good looks or surface charm alone cannot put food on the table or satisfy practical needs.

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Beauty Won't Boil the Pot

proverb

Physical attractiveness cannot substitute for practical capability or provide sustenance.

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Beauty Won't Make the Pot Boil

proverb

Superficial elegance alone will not feed a family or ensure economic survival.

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because

word A1

used to give the reason for something for the reason that; since; for the reason that; since

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because of

phrase B1

as a result of or on account of

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because of this

phrase A1

as a result of this; for this particular reason

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