warp (to make or become bent or twisted) The moisture caused the wooden frame to warp. The door had warped in the hot sun. wrap (to cover in plastic, paper, cloth etc.) I had wrapped her birthday present in gold paper. She wrapped herself in a bath towel. …
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further (to a greater degree or level) I don’t want you to sink any further into debt. We will check further into the matter. (more; additional) We have to wait for a further two days. We will arrange a further meeting. UK (to a greater distance) The road was closed, and …
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Giving permission Ways of giving permission Yes. Certainly, be my guest. Sure. Yes of course you can. All right. Yes, it’s my pleasure. Go ahead. I don’t see why not. Certainly. Of course, go ahead. Feel free. Sure, no problem. Of course. Please feel free. No problem. Sure, please …
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pass by (to go past; move past) They pass by my house every day. If you pass by the supermarket, could you please pick up some cheese? (to let a chance or opportunity pass without taking advantage of it) Don’t let an opportunity like this pass you by. I feel that …
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pass away People say this to avoid saying ‘die’ (to die) They will continue to live when we pass away. He is very upset because his mother passed away. (to go by, pass) The storm passed away before dark. All your fears will pass away soon. envocabulary.com
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