English Vocabulary

gorilla vs. guerrilla   gorilla (a large African ape) We saw a giant gorilla in the zoo. The gorilla is a strong anthropoid animal.   guerrilla (a member of an unofficial army that fights against the government of a country) Guerrilla groups are active in this part of the country. …

gait vs. gate   gait (a manner of walking) She has an unsteady gait. He walked with an awkward gait.   gate (a barrier like a door in a fence or wall) He closed the garden gate behind him. The children were coming out of the school gate.   envocabulary.com

  jump down someone’s throat  informal (to react or respond angrily) He was just making a suggestion. It’s not fair to jump down his throat. You always jump down my throat whenever I say something.   envocabulary.com

  Johnny-on-the-spot  US informal (someone who is at hand and ready to help) The storehouse was on fire, and there I was, Johnny-on-the-spot, putting out the fire. I have a flat tire, and I need you here, Johnny-on-the-spot. envocabulary.com

  hang on (wait or stop for a short time) Can you hang on a minute? I’ll be right back. Hang on. I’ll be with you in a moment! Hang on, I’m not ready yet.   (hold or grip tightly) Hang on to that rope and don’t let go; I …