Phrases

Common multi-word combinations used in everyday English

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A balrog of morgoth

A monstrous creature created by Morgoth in fantasy lore.

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A better life

An improved and more fulfilling way of living.

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A bit daft

Slightly foolish or silly in behavior.

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A bit less sure

Feeling uncertain or somewhat doubtful about something.

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A bit of a reach

An effort or plan that is unlikely to succeed or is unrealistic.

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A bit of surprising news

Unexpected or astonishing information that catches someone off guard.

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A bit out of the way

Not conveniently located; away from the main path or route.

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A black cup of coffee

A cup filled with coffee that has no milk or cream.

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A bloody awful cabbie

A taxi driver who provides terrible service.

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A bowl of snot

A humorous or exaggerated way to describe mucus in a bowl.

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A boy from nothing

A boy who emerges from poverty to achieve great success.

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A bunch of bloated dinosaurs

A casual term for a large, cumbersome group or collection, likening it to oversized dinosaurs.

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A business alchemist

A person who successfully transforms and improves businesses.

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A contest for knights

A competition where knights showcase their skills and bravery.

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A couple of drinks

A small number of alcoholic beverages, usually two or three.

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A couple of times a week

Several occasions during each week.

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A demon of the ancient world

A malevolent spirit from ancient mythology or literature.

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A different king

A king with distinct qualities or different approaches from traditional kings.

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A different time

A moment or period that is not the same as the present time.

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A fair amount of people

A reasonable or moderate number of people present.

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A false beard

A beard made of fake material worn for disguise or theatrical purposes.

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A father and a friend

A man who is both a parent and a close companion.

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A felt pen

A pen that uses felt tips to write or draw.

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A few hours after

A short time period that comes after several hours.

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A few stragglers aside

A small number of late arrivals or those left behind.

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A few years younger

Indicates someone is slightly younger than another person.

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A five-minute walk from here

A distance that takes about five minutes to cover on foot.

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A gift from your brother

An item given freely to someone without expecting payment, specifically from a brother.

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A girl

A female child or young woman.

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A good cook

A person who is skilled in preparing and cooking food.

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A good deal about a ring

An advantageous agreement concerning the purchase of a ring.

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A good knight

A noble man, often in armor, who helps and protects others.

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A good rack of ribs

A platter containing a large quantity of cooked pork or beef ribs.

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A gram

A unit of mass equal to one-thousandth of a kilogram.

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A great council

A formal assembly of leaders or representatives to discuss and decide on important matters.

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A great many things

A large number of items or subjects.

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A guy like that

A man who possesses similar qualities or traits to another man.

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A little

A small quantity or amount.

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A little bit of gay fun

A phrase describing enjoyable social activities associated with being gay.

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A little black medical book

A small book that contains essential medical information.

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A little dangerous

Somewhat risky or unsafe.

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A little favor

A small help or service requested or given.

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A little liquid courage

A small amount of alcohol that gives someone confidence.

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A little lived in

Not perfectly clean or new; showing signs of use.

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A little loopy

Feeling slightly silly or disoriented, usually from excitement or lack of sleep.

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A little tweak of chemistry

A minor adjustment in chemical processes or reactions.

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A long story

A narrative or account that is lengthy and detailed.

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A lot more

A phrase used to indicate a significantly greater amount or degree.

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A lot of

Many or a large quantity of something.

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A lot of drive

A strong motivation or determination to achieve something.

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A lot of people

Many individuals or a large number of people.

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A lot of questions

An expression indicating many inquiries or queries.

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A lot of time and money

A significant quantity of time and financial resources.

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A lovely tax advisor

A pleasant professional who provides tax advice.

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A magic marker

A type of felt-tip pen that produces vivid colors.

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A maze

A complex network of paths or passages that is difficult to navigate.

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A name now

A name that is currently popular or in use.

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A nice wrinkle

An interesting or unexpected detail that adds value or appeal.

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A number of other cars

Several additional cars, indicating more than one beyond a certain point.

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A promotion and substantial pay rise

An advancement in job position accompanied by an increase in salary.

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