shoot for the moon American English (to set your goals very high, even if they seem difficult or unlikely to achieve) He decided to shoot for the moon by applying for the CEO position. Shoot for the moon; even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars. …
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ask for the moon American English (to ask something that is impossible to get or achieve) Try to be realistic and not ask for the moon. I cannot afford to buy you a sports car for your birthday. The president’s goal of ending poverty by next month feels like …
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carpet it covers an entire room or a significant area. It typically extends wall-to-wall (a heavy woven fabric for covering floors) We installed a carpet in the living room. Do you prefer rugs or wall-to-wall carpets? rug (a small carpet that covers part of a floor) We laid …
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pain vs. ache pain (a strong physical discomfort or suffering) I feel a sharp pain in my lower back. If the pain worsens, take an aspirin. ache (a continuous dull pain) I had a toothache last night. I felt an ache in my muscles after the long walk. …
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mess (a state of being dirty or untidy): His room is always a mess. disorder (a lack of order or an untidy state): The kitchen was in complete disorder. clutter (a lot of things scattered or piled up untidily): My desk is covered in a clutter of papers. jumble …
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