Day 1 Flashcards

1
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Run into

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To meet someone unexpectedly

We suddenly run into an old friend while coming home

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2
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Figure out

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To solve or understand something

It can take you a while to figure out how to fix that issue

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3
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Bring up

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To mention a topic in a conversation

She brought up an interesting topic during the meeting

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4
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Put off

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To postpone or delay something

We had to put off the meeting as the manager was sick

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5
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Cut back (on)

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To reduce something, often related to expenses or consumption

I’m trying to cut back on sugar for health reasons

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