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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

believe

word A1

to accept that something is true, especially without proof; to have faith in; to think that something is true or that someone is honest to think that something is true; to have faith in To accept something as true; to have faith or confidence in.; to think that something is true; to have faith in To accept something as true; to have faith or confidence in.

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believe in

phrasal verb

to have trust or confidence in someone's ability, worth, or potential

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Believe It or Not

phrase

Used to introduce a fact that is completely true even though it sounds surprising or improbable.

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Believing Is Seeing

proverb

Unshakable conviction and internal faith shape our reality and allow us to recognize opportunities that others overlook.

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bell

word A1

a hollow metal object that makes a ringing sound when struck a hollow metal device that makes a ringing sound when struck a hollow object, usually made of metal, that makes a ringing sound when struck; a hollow metal device that makes a ringing sound when struck a hollow object, usually made of metal, that makes a ringing sound when struck

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belly

word A2

the front part of the human body below the chest and ribs, containing the stomach; the front part of the human trunk below the ribs, containing the stomach and bowels; abdomen The front part of the human body below the chest; stomach or abdomen.

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belong

word A2

to be owned by someone or to be in the right place or group to be in the right place or to be a member of a group

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belong to

phrase B1

to be the property of; or to be a member of a group or organization; To feel accepted, valued, and genuinely connected as part of a supportive group or community

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below

word A1

in a lower place, position, number, or level At a lower level or position than something else.; At a lower level or position than something else.

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belt

word A2

a strip worn around the waist or used for safety or movement a strip of leather or cloth worn around the waist to support clothes or for decoration a strip of material worn around the waist to support clothes or as decoration

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Belt and Suspenders

idiom

Using multiple redundant safeguards to ensure that nothing goes wrong.

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Belt out

phrasal verb

To sing or vocalize loudly and passionately as a cathartic, therapeutic release of trapped emotions

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bench

word A2

a long seat for two or more people, typically made of wood or stone a long seat for several people, typically made of wood or stone; a long seat for several people, typically made of wood or stone

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benchmark

word C1

a standard or point of reference against which things may be compared or assessed

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bend

word A2

to curve or make something not straight; a curve in a road or object a curved or angled part of something; a turning point in a road or river to curve something or cause it to change shape; to move the body or part of it downward or forward

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bend down

phrasal verb

To lower the upper body toward the earth during mindful stretching or grounding movement routines

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bend over

phrasal verb

To bow forward from the hips in calming yoga poses to activate relaxation and ease physical stress

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Bend over Backward

idiom

To make an extraordinary effort to help, accommodate, or please someone.

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beneath

word B1

in or to a lower position than; directly under

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beneficial

word B2

Producing good or helpful results; favorable or advantageous.

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benefit

word B1

a good result, help, or advantage; to get help or advantage from something an advantage or profit gained from something; a helpful or good effect an advantage, profit, or good effect; to receive help or an advantage; an advantage or helpful effect gained from something

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benefit from

phrase B1

to receive an advantage, gain, or help from something

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benevolence

word C1

The quality of being well-meaning, kind, and helpful.

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benevolent

word C1

Well-meaning, generous, and kindly disposed towards others.

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Bent out of Shape

idiom

Unnecessarily angry, annoyed, or agitated over something minor.

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beside

word A1

next to or at the side of someone or something

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Beside Oneself

idiom

Overcome with extreme emotion such as grief, worry, anger, or joy.

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Beside the Point

idiom

Irrelevant or not important to the main matter being discussed.

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besides

word A2

in addition to; apart from that in addition to; moreover; furthermore in addition to; apart from

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best

word A1

of the most excellent, highest, or most desirable quality Of the highest quality, excellence, or standing.

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best effort

phrase B1

The greatest possible degree of diligence, determination, and care that one can devote to a task.

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best price

phrase A2

the lowest or most advantageous price available

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Bestie

idiom

A person's best friend or closest companion.

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bet

word B1

to risk money on a result, or to feel sure that something will happen

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bet on

phrasal verb

To place unshakeable confidence, faith, or trust in one's personal recovery and innate inner power

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Bet on the Jockey, Not the Horse

proverb

Place your trust and investment in the competence, character, and leadership of the person rather than just the vehicle or project.

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Bet the Jockey, Not the Horse

proverb

Place your trust and investment in the person, their leadership, and resilience rather than merely the idea or product.

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Bet the Ranch

idiom

To risk everything one possesses on a single venture or outcome.

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betray

word B2

to expose one's group or person to danger by treacherous disloyalty, or break trust

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betrayal

word C1

the action of betraying one's country, group, or a person; breach of trust

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