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bad news
Informal · CEFR A2
an unpleasant piece of information; (informal) a person or thing likely to cause trouble
break a leg
Informal · CEFR B1
A way of wishing someone good luck, especially before a performance.
word of mouth
Neutral · CEFR B1
recommendations spread informally from person to person
a bad press
Neutral · CEFR B2
unfavorable reporting or reputation in the media or among people
get one's act together
Informal · CEFR B2
to become organized and start performing effectively
fall from grace
Neutral · CEFR C1
to lose respect, status, or favor because of a failure or wrongdoing
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