English Vocabulary

For example, Ways to say, “For example.” for instance such as let’s say as an example as an illustration in other words e.g. (exempli gratia) that is to say a good example of this like to give you an idea let’s say as a case in point one example is …

usually (in a manner that is usual, most of the time but not always): We usually work every day except Sunday. often (in many situations or cases): I often take a walk during my lunch break. normally (in a normal manner, usually): It normally takes 30 minutes to get there. …

  break the back of something (to accomplish a hard task) It took me three days to break the back of the work. The technicians want to break the back of the beast and turn the electricity on before dark. Also: break the back of the beast    – English …

  break up (end a relationship) Mike and I broke up last year. (break into parts or pieces) The ship broke up when it hit the rocks. (end or cause to end) The party began to break up after midnight. (connect and disconnect) I can’t hear you; you are breaking …

can’t cut the mustard  informal (not able to do what is needed) If he can’t cut the mustard, then we’ll get someone else to do the job. Jim is a very likeable man, but he just can’t cut the mustard. envocabulary.com