vain (without success; useless) They worked day and night in a vain attempt to finish the job on time. We tried in vain to persuade him to come with us. (too proud of your appearance, abilities or achievements in a way that annoys other people) He was always too …
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look on (to watch something without taking part in it) Passers-by just looked on and made no move to help. I took part in the game, but my brother simply looked on. (to consider or think of) I always looked on him as a brother. I’ve lived here so …
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look into (investigate; study; inspect) The government appointed a special committee to look into the matter. I am looking into the feasibility of starting my own business. envocabulary.com
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beautiful (extremely attractive to look at): Jane was a very beautiful woman. attractive (pleasing to the eye or mind): She found him physically attractive. That is a very attractive idea. pretty (attractive to look at): She is a very pretty girl. You are wearing a pretty dress. good-looking (physically …
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in Dutch US informal (in trouble) I got in Dutch with my brother when I broke his bike chain. If you come late, you’ll be in Dutch with the teacher. envocabulary.com
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