under the weather informal (unwell, not healthy) I was still feeling under the weather, so I decided not to go to work. You look a bit under the weather these days. Are you okay? envocabulary.com
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under construction (in the building or repairing process) There are two new dams under construction. The airport terminal is still under construction. This hotel is currently under construction. envocabulary.com
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water under the bridge (a past event that is over and is no longer important) We’ve had a few disagreements, but that’s water under the bridge now. Don’t worry about that; it’s all water under the bridge. envocabulary.com
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last vs. take last (to continue to exist) The show lasted for two hours. The battery will last for six hours. This amount of money will last me for a month. [more meanings] take (the time required to complete tasks) It will take me about six days to finish the …
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lessen vs. lesson lessen (make or become less strong, reduce, diminish) Regular exercise lessens the risk of heart disease. They are trying to find ways to lessen the financial burden. lesson (something you learn by study or experience) Our first lesson on Mondays is English. I’m taking driving lessons on Mondays and Thursdays. One …
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