obvious (easy to see, notice, or understand): The answer is perfectly obvious to me. clear (obvious and leaving no doubts): It was clear that he was lying. crystal clear (very easy to understand): The truth was crystal clear to everyone. apparent formal (easy to see, notice, or understand): It became apparent that we had …
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worth your while (beneficial and not a waste of your time) It would be worth your while to study English. If you help me, I’ll make it worth your while, I promise. I’ll do the job if you make it worth my while. envocabulary.com
Read More »catch my drift
catch my drift (understand what I am saying; understand my point) We lived in the same room, if you catch my drift. I’m glad you’re catching my drift at last. I think he didn’t quite get my drift. Also: get my drift envocabulary.com
Read More »shadow vs. shade
shadow (a dark shape made when a light shines on a person or an object) The lamp cast shadows on the wall. On a sunny day, you can see your own shadow on the ground. shade (a cooler area that is protected from direct sunlight) It was a hot …
Read More »collusion vs. collision
collusion formal (a secret agreement, especially in order to do something dishonest or deceive people) The officials are in collusion with drug traffickers. The market leaders were acting in collusion with each other to inflate prices. collision (a violent accident in which one vehicle hits another) His car was in …
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