cold cash (money in the form of cash rather than checks or credit) I bought a new car and paid cold cash for it. You have to pay with cold cash; we won’t accept credit cards or checks here. envocabulary.com
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I am busy Ways to say, “I’m busy”. I’m up to my neck in work. I’m buried with things to do. My schedule is full. I have a lot of irons in the fire. I’m up to my ears in work. I have too much on my plate. I’m …
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human vs. humane human (a person) The most intelligent robot is still less capable than a human. It appears that the virus has passed from animals to humans. humane (compassionate, showing kindness, care, and sympathy) We are advocating humane treatment of prisoners. It’s not humane to treat an animal …
Read More »half vs. huff
half vs. huff half (one of two equal parts of something; 50%) The glass is still half full. Half of our staff is female. huff (bad mood; anger) Jane was in a huff because she wasn’t invited. Jim walked out in a huff after losing the game. …
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quick buck (a large amount of money earned quickly and easily) John is playing poker because he wants to make a quick buck. We are not here for a quick buck, but we are here to work. envocabulary.com
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