Category: Languages
Created by: marija.horvat
Number of Blossarys: 21
With the upper side turned toward the lower side. Example: The accident caused one car to turn upside down.
To begin to do or to study, to undertake; to occupy space, time or energy. This idiom is separable. Example: After todays test, the class will be ready to take up the last chapter in the book. The ...
To consult someone about an important matter. This idiom is separable. Example: Can I take the problem up with you right now? It's quite urgent. I can't help you with this problem. You'll ...
To use well, to profit from; to use another's person weaknesses to gain what one wants. Example: I took advantage of my neighbour superior skill at tennis to improve my own ability at the ...
To laugh at, to joke about. Example: They are making fun of the Susan's new hair style.
To expect or to anticipate with pleasure. This idiom can be followed by the regular noun or a gerund. Example: We are greatly looking forward to our vacation in Egypt. Paul never looks forward to ...
To watch, to supervise, to protect. Also "to take care of", "to keep an eye on". Example: My Mom will look after the baby while we are at work. Who is going to take care of your ...