noble vs. nobble

  noble (morally good and caring) He is a noble man, everyone admire him. It was very noble of you to put out the fire. (belonging to a high social class) She was born to a noble family.   nobble (to make someone to do what you want, especially by offering them money) …

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check in

  check in (to report your arrival at an airport, hotel, hospital, etc.) Passengers must check in at least an hour before the plane leaves. I’ll call the hotel and tell them that we’ll check in tomorrow.   check in  American English informal (to talk with someone in order to find out about something) I was …

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fill in

  fill in (to take the place of someone who is absent) Jane is on maternity leave, so she asked me to fill in. I’m trying to find someone to fill in for you.   fill someone in  rather informal (to provide information) Could you fill me in on what happened yesterday? Jim …

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speak up

  speak up (to express your opinion freely) If you have a better idea, please speak up. They decided to speak up for better working conditions.   (speak louder; raise your voice) Could you speak up? The people at the back of the room can’t hear you. You’ll have to speak up. …

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like

like definition like  verb (to enjoy something): I like swimming. She likes Mexican food. (to find someone pleasant, agreeable, or attractive): I really like Jim. She is nice; you’ll like her. (to want; wish for): Would you like a cup of tea? You can come with us if you like. …

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