sore (hurting, painful) I can’t lift heavy weights. My back is sore. She has a sore throat. US, informal (upset, angry) She is still sore because I didn’t invite her to the party. Don’t be sore at me; I didn’t do it on purpose. sour (having a sharp taste …
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pain (highly unpleasant physical feeling caused by injury, illness, etc.) He is in great pain. This pill should help ease the pain. pane (a sheet of glass, used in a window or door) Who broke that pane in the skylight? I need a ladder to reach the upper panes. envocabulary.com
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run on (to continue for longer than expected) I don’t want this meeting to run on more than an hour. The war could run on for years. (to operate or work on) This radio runs on batteries. Does this car run on diesel? envocabulary.com
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run away (to escape from a place, person, or situation) He ran away from home when he was sixteen. His wife has run away with another man. (try to avoid a difficult or unpleasant situation) I’m not the kind of person who runs away from trouble. You’re not going to run away from your …
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useful (good and beneficial for a practical purpose): This tool is useful for gardening. handy informal (easy to use or handle; useful): It’s quite a handy little toolbox. This cardboard box may come in handy. practical (useful or suitable): I need some practical advice on which car to buy. of use (useful): I …
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