copycat informal (someone who copies another’s behavior, work, style, or idea) He called me a copycat for wearing shoes that looked like his. (a copy of something, not original) Nowadays, it’s difficult to distinguish between copycat versions of expensive goods. envocabulary.com
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cent vs. scent cent (a unit of money that is equal to one percent of a dollar or euro) A dollar is worth 100 cents. We have to save every cent possible. scent (a pleasant smell) This flower has a lovely scent. The air was filled with the scent …
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cup of tea (something you like or do well) Swimming is just my cup of tea. Heavy metal music isn’t my cup of tea – I like pop music. envocabulary.com
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cry over spilled milk (express regret about something that has happened and cannot be changed) I broke my bicycle, but there’s no use crying over spilled milk. You failed in your attempt to break the record, but don’t cry over spilled milk. envocabulary.com
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cream of the crop (the best of a group, best there is) These four students are the cream of the crop in the class. I like this car very much. It’s the cream of the crop. envocabulary.com
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