pull aside (to take someone away from other people for a private conversation) The doctor pulled me aside to tell me something about my dad’s illness. Jim pulled his brother aside to discuss his improper behavior. envocabulary.com
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Possessive nouns are nouns that show ownership or possession. I want to get on my bicycle and cycle over to Jim’s house. The dog’s tail wagged in delight. Jim’s house: (Jim’s = possessive noun), (house = object of possession) Dog’s tail: (dog’s = possessive noun), (tail = object of …
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chew the fat (have a long, friendly talk) They would sit and chew the fat for hours. We go out with friends and chew the fat almost every Sunday afternoon. envocabulary.com
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chew the cud (think carefully) We need to chew the cud before making tough decisions. He has enough time to chew the cud before his speech. envocabulary.com
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on the house (free of charge, paid for by the owner) At the opening of the new restaurant, tea and coffee were on the house. The hotel offers breakfast on the house. envocabulary.com
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