best of both worlds (a situation in which you can enjoy the advantages or benefits of two different things at the same time) In a job like this, I get the best of both worlds: I make a good income and spend more time with family. envocabulary.com
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leek (a vegetable with a white stem and long flat green leaves, which tastes like a mild onion) I like leek soup. Slice spring onion, leek and garlic. leak (a small hole or crack that liquid or gas gets out through) We managed to find the leak and plug it. (to get …
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need (to require because it’s essential or very important) I need more information. They need help. We need you here. knead (to press and stretch dough many times with your hands) Knead the dough for ten minutes. Knead the mixture well until it is smooth. (to massage) She …
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step down (to resign from an important job or position and let someone else take your place) He has decided to step down from his post. The chairman had to step down on account of poor health. It’s time for him to step aside in favor of a younger person. also: …
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carry on (continue) Don’t mind me; carry on with what you were doing. We will carry on this conversation at some other time. envocabulary.com
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