daily-life
Idioms (18)
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on the one hand
CEFR B1used to introduce the first of two contrasting points or sides of an argument
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by and large
CEFR B2generally; on the whole
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along the lines of
CEFR B2similar to; roughly in the style or manner of
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driving force
CEFR B2the person or thing that makes something happen or develop
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hang on a minute
CEFR A2used to ask someone to wait, or to express surprise or objection
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keep an eye on
CEFR A2to watch or look after someone or something carefully, often to make sure nothing goes wrong
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go in one ear and out the other
CEFR B2to be heard but immediately forgotten or ignored
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have a life of its own
CEFR B2to develop or grow in a way that is no longer controlled by anyone
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the good life
CEFR B1a comfortable, enjoyable way of living, often with few worries
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in a rut
CEFR B2stuck in a boring, unchanging routine
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a fair share
CEFR B1a reasonable portion or a substantial amount of something, especially work or difficulties
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hand on heart
CEFR B2used to stress that you are being completely honest
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happily ever after
CEFR B1living a happy life forever, especially as the end of a story
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devil's advocate
CEFR C1someone who argues against an idea just to test it or explore other views
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hit the sack
CEFR B1To go to bed.
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have a soft spot for someone
CEFR B1To feel particular fondness or affection for a person or thing.
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rain cats and dogs
CEFR B1to rain very heavily
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out and about
CEFR B1away from home and actively going to places or doing ordinary activities
Informal