have enough on your plate (to have so many things to deal with) I am willing to help you, but I have enough on my plate at the moment. Mike has a lot on his plate these days. Let’s ask someone else to do the job. also: have too much on your …
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elicit vs. illicit elicit (to get information or a reaction from someone) The police were able to elicit a confession from the robbers. They were able to elicit the support of the public. illicit (not allowed by law; illegal) Marijuana is an illicit drug in the United States. (not …
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go off (to leave a place): He went off in search of some food. (to happen in a particular way): The party went off all right. (stop working): The central heating goes off at night. The lights went off. (to explode, blow up): Three people were killed when the …
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for good (forever, permanently) It seems that John is not coming back. He has left for good this time. Real friendship can last for good. The lost money was gone for good. envocabulary.com
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right away (immediately; at once) I want to see you right away, if possible. Please wait here; I’ll be back right away. It’s very important, so please do it right away. envocabulary.com
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