jam on (to put your foot on the break suddenly and forcefully in order to stop your car) A rabbit suddenly appeared in the middle of the road, and I had to jam on the brakes. The car skidded on the ice as the driver jammed on the brakes. …
Read More »surprise
surprise (to give someone the feeling experienced when something unexpected or unusual happens): Her reaction surprised everyone. amaze (to surprise greatly): His skills will amaze you. astonish (to surprise greatly): The magician’s tricks astonished everyone. astound (to amaze or shock): The teacher was astounded by her quick thinking. startle (to …
Read More »under arms
under arms (armed and prepared for battle or war) There were nearly a thousand men under arms in this area. The country has over a million soldiers under arms. envocabulary.com
Read More »under a cloud
under a cloud (under suspicion; not trusted) Mike has been under a cloud since the money disappeared. He left his job under a cloud. (depressed, discouraged, sad) Ever since his wife left him, he has been under a cloud. envocabulary.com
Read More »Adverb of time
The adverb of time tells us when, for how long, or how often things take place. I’m not hungry now. [when] We arrived yesterday. [when] He has been working all day. [for how long] He has been absent for three days. [for how long] I pay my rent monthly. [how …
Read More »