society
Idioms (7)
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the man/woman in the street
CEFR B2an ordinary, average person
Neutral -
behind the scenes
CEFR B2happening privately or secretly, not in public view
Neutral -
joe public
CEFR C1the ordinary, average member of the public
Informal -
grass roots movement
CEFR C1a movement started and driven by ordinary people rather than leaders or organizations
Neutral -
above one's station
CEFR C1behaving as if you belong to a higher social class or rank than you do
Formal -
rat race
CEFR B1the exhausting, competitive struggle to keep up at work and get ahead
Informal -
walk of life
CEFR B2a person's occupation, social position, or general way of living
Neutral