repeat Ways to ask someone to repeat something Would you mind repeating that? What was that? Could you repeat that, please? I beg your pardon? Do you mind repeating that? I’m sorry? Come again? I didn’t hear that. Can you repeat that? Sorry, I didn’t hear what you said. Can …
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dew (tiny drops of water that form at night on grass, trees, etc.) There would be heavy dew in this area during the spring. Everywhere was still wet with dew. due (expected to happen or arrive) This road is due to open in June. The next train is …
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cut through (take a shorter route across) We decided to cut through the forest to get home. (to slice something) The knot was too tight to untie it, so I cut through the rope with a knife. envocabulary.com
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cut across (take a shorter route across) We’ll reach there on time if we cut across this field. (to affect or concern) These problems cut across all social levels. envocabulary.com
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build up (increase in amount, size, or strength) The traffic along this road really builds up after seven o’clock. I need to do more exercise to build up my strength. envocabulary.com
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