B2-Idioms in English Flashcards

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without furthur ado

A

And now, without further ado, here is our special guest speaker.

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2
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come across

A

He came across some of his old love letters in his wife’s desk.

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3
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take place

A

This cultural event takes place once each year.

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4
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get down

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5
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worded

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The question was worded in such a way that there could only be one answer.

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6
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substitute

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Of course, no book or course of study can substitute for experience.
He made his film debut when he was substituted for the actor who was originally cast.

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7
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disparaging

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Don’t make disparaging remarks about her in front of her close friends.

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