out of the picture informal (not involved in a situation) These new systems cut humans out of the picture altogether. As long as she loves you, I’ll just step out of the picture. envocabulary.com
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in the picture (informed about a situation or activity) I listen to the radio to keep me in the picture about what’s happening. He will put you in the picture about our plans. envocabulary.com
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warp (to make or become bent or twisted) The moisture caused the wooden frame to warp. The door had warped in the hot sun. wrap (to cover in plastic, paper, cloth etc.) I had wrapped her birthday present in gold paper. She wrapped herself in a bath towel. …
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further (to a greater degree or level) I don’t want you to sink any further into debt. We will check further into the matter. (more; additional) We have to wait for a further two days. We will arrange a further meeting. UK (to a greater distance) The road was closed, and …
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Giving permission Ways of giving permission Yes. Certainly, be my guest. Sure. Yes of course you can. All right. Yes, it’s my pleasure. Go ahead. I don’t see why not. Certainly. Of course, go ahead. Feel free. Sure, no problem. Of course. Please feel free. No problem. Sure, please …
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