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
Read More »proud as a peacock
proud as a peacock (very proud; vain) Jim is as proud as a peacock after winning the competition. Mary was as proud as a peacock when she showed me her new dress. envocabulary.com
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weary (very tired) I feel weary after hours of hard work. People are weary of pointless wars. wary (careful because of possible dangers or problems) She is wary of strangers who offer her a ride. They are keeping a wary eye on the outcomes. envocabulary.com
Read More »waive vs. wave
waive formal (choose to ignore a claim, right, or rule) Some colleges may waive the tuition fees for low-income students. Barkley wanted local authorities to waive criminal charges against him. wave (a raised line of water that moves on the surface of the sea) There were huge waves breaking on the shore. (a sudden increase …
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look in informal (to visit someone for a short time) I will look in on Jane and see if she’s feeling any better. Mike looked in on his aunt on his way home. envocabulary.com
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