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handle

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The word “handle” in English can mean to manage or deal with a situation, or it can refer to a part of an object designed for holding or controlling it.
Examples:
1. “She knows how to handle stressful situations well.” (To manage or deal with.)
2. “He opened the door by turning the handle.” (A part of an object used for holding or control.)

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generous

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“Generous” means willing to give more of something, such as time, money, or kindness, than is usual or expected.
Example:
1. “He was very generous with his donations to the charity.”
2. “She is always generous with her time, helping others whenever they need it.”

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grateful

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“Grateful” means feeling or showing thanks for something received or done.
Example:
1. “I’m grateful for your help with my project.”
2. “She was grateful to her friend for the support.”

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somehow

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“Somehow” means in some way or by some means, even if the method is unknown.
Example:
1. “I somehow managed to finish the work on time.”
2. “She lost her keys but somehow got into the house.”

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delighted

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“Delighted” means very pleased or happy about something.
Example:
1. “She was delighted to hear the good news.”
2. “I’m delighted to meet you.”

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elderly

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“Elderly” refers to someone who is old or advanced in age.
Example:
1. “The elderly man walked slowly with a cane.”
2. “She takes care of her elderly parents.”

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puppy

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“Puppy” means a young dog.
Example:
1. “The children were excited to play with the new puppy.”
2. “The puppy is learning to follow commands.”

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appreciate

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“Appreciate” means to recognize the value or importance of something, or to feel grateful for it.

Example:

1.	“I really appreciate your help with the project.”
2.	“She appreciates the beauty of the sunset.”
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hitchhike

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“Hitchhike” means to travel by getting free rides in passing vehicles.

Example:

1.	“They decided to hitchhike to the next town.”
2.	“He hitchhiked across the country during the summer.”
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layover

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“Layover” refers to a short stop or break in a journey, especially during air travel, where a passenger waits at an airport before continuing to their final destination.

Example:

1.	“We have a two-hour layover in New York before our flight to London.”
2.	“She used her layover in Chicago to explore the city.”
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currency

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“Currency” means the system of money used in a particular country.

Example:

1.	“The currency in Japan is the yen.”
2.	“He exchanged his dollars for local currency at the airport.”
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depart

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“Depart” means to leave a place, especially to start a journey.

Example:

1.	“The train will depart at 9 a.m.”
2.	“They plan to depart for Paris tomorrow morning.”
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wherever

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“Wherever” means in, at, or to any place, no matter where.

Example:

1.	“I’ll follow you wherever you go.”
2.	“Sit wherever you like.”
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nowadays

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“Nowadays” means at the present time, in contrast with the past.

Example:

1.	“Nowadays, people rely heavily on technology.”
2.	“It’s common to work remotely nowadays.”
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invention

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“Invention” means a new device, method, or process created through imagination and ingenuity.

Example:

1.	“The telephone was a groundbreaking invention.”
2.	“Her latest invention helps reduce energy consumption.”
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bargain

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“Bargain” means something bought at a lower price than usual or an agreement between two parties on the terms of a deal.

Example:

1.	“I found a great bargain on a new phone.”
2.	“They made a bargain to share the profits equally.”
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cart

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“Cart” means a small vehicle with wheels, used for carrying items, often in stores or online shopping.

Example:

1.	“She filled her cart with groceries at the store.”
2.	“I added the book to my online shopping cart.”
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inexpensive

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cheap

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owe

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“Owe” means to have a debt to someone, often money, or to feel obligated to repay someone for their help or kindness.

Example:

1.	“I owe him $20 for lunch.”
2.	“She felt she owed her success to her parents’ support.”
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zipper

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“Zipper” is a fastening device with two strips of metal or plastic teeth that interlock when pulled together, used on clothes, bags, etc.

Example:

1.	“She pulled up the zipper on her jacket.”
2.	“The zipper on my backpack is broken.”
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ladder

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A “ladder” is an object with steps or rungs, used to reach higher places. For example:

•	“He climbed the ladder to fix the roof.”

It can also mean a series of stages toward success or promotion:

•	“She is moving up the corporate ladder.”
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easygoing

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“Easygoing” describes someone who is relaxed, calm, and doesn’t get stressed easily. For example:

•	“He’s very easygoing and doesn’t mind changes in plans.”
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sense of humor

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“Sense of humor” is the ability to understand and enjoy jokes or funny situations. For example:

•	“She has a great sense of humor and always makes people laugh.”
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adopt

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“Adopt” means to take something as your own, such as a child, an idea, or a habit. For example:

•	“They decided to adopt a child.”
•	“He adopted a new approach to solving the problem.”
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custom

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“Custom” is a traditional practice or way of doing something in a particular culture or group. For example:

•	“It’s a custom to shake hands when meeting someone new in many countries.”
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get off

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“Get off” means to leave a vehicle, such as a bus, train, or plane. For example:

•	“She will get off the bus at the next stop.”

It can also mean to finish work or leave a place:

•	“He gets off work at 5 PM.”
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unless

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“Unless” means “if not” or “except if,” used to show a condition. For example:

•	“I won’t go to the beach unless it’s sunny.” (I will go only if it’s sunny.)
•	“You can’t enter the club unless you’re a member.” (You can enter only if you’re a member.)
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commit

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“Commit” means to dedicate yourself to something or to make a firm decision to do something. For example:

•	“He decided to commit to learning a new language.”

It can also mean to do something wrong or illegal:

•	“The suspect committed a crime.”
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got to know

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“Got to know” means to become familiar with someone or something over time. For example:

•	“I got to know my classmates better during the group project.”
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stopping by

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“Stopping by” means to visit a place or person briefly, often without a planned or long stay. For example:

•	“I’m just stopping by to say hello.”
•	“She’s stopping by the store on her way home.”
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have gone up

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“Have gone up” means something has increased in level or price. For example:

•	“The prices of groceries have gone up recently.”
•	“His grades have gone up since he started studying more.”
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leisure

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“Leisure” is free time when you’re not working and can relax or do things you enjoy. For example:

•	“She enjoys reading in her leisure time.”
•	“I have more leisure on weekends to spend with family.”
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that sort of thing

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“That sort of thing” refers to similar types of things or activities. It’s used to give examples without listing everything. For example:

•	“I enjoy hiking, swimming, and that sort of thing.”
•	“She likes painting, drawing, and that sort of thing.”
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meet up

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“Meet up” means to get together with someone, usually for a social reason. For example:

•	“Let’s meet up for coffee tomorrow.”
•	“I’m going to meet up with my friends this weekend.”
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about to leave

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“About to leave” means someone is ready or planning to go soon, often very soon. For example:

•	“I’m about to leave for work.”
•	“She’s about to leave the party.”
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speaking of

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“Speaking of” is a phrase used to connect the current topic to something related. It’s like saying “since we’re talking about this.” For example:

•	“I saw a great movie last night. Speaking of movies, have you seen the new one with Tom Hanks?”
•	“I need to buy groceries. Speaking of groceries, do you need anything from the store?”
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interrupt

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“Interrupt” means to stop someone from speaking or to break into an activity or conversation. For example:

•	“Please don’t interrupt me while I’m talking.”
•	“The loud noise interrupted our meeting.”
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hang on

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“Hang on” means to wait for a moment or to hold onto something. For example:

•	“Hang on, I’ll be right with you.” (wait a moment)
•	“Hang on tight while we go around the corner.” (hold on tightly)
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looking forward to

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“Looking forward to” means to feel excited or happy about something that’s going to happen. For example:

•	“I’m looking forward to the concert next week.”
•	“She’s looking forward to meeting her friends this weekend.”
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grabs

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“Grabs” means to take hold of something quickly or firmly. For example:

•	“He grabs his keys before leaving the house.”
•	“She grabs a coffee on her way to work.”
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beaten

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“Beaten” means being defeated or physically hit. For example:

•	“Their team was beaten in the final game.” (defeated)
•	“The man was badly beaten in the fight.” (physically hit)
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complain

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“Complain” means to express dissatisfaction or unhappiness about something. For example:

•	“She often complains about the weather.”
•	“He complained to the manager about the poor service.”
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complaint

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“Complaint” is a statement expressing dissatisfaction or unhappiness about something. For example:

•	“She filed a complaint about the noisy neighbors.”
•	“The company received many complaints about the product’s quality.”
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customs

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“Customs” refers to the government department that controls goods entering or leaving a country, or the checks conducted at borders. For example:

•	“We had to go through customs when we arrived at the airport.”
•	“The customs officers inspected our bags for prohibited items.”
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intend

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“Intend” means to have a plan or purpose to do something. For example:

•	“I intend to study abroad next year.”
•	“They intend to launch the new product by the end of the month.”
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briefly

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“Briefly” means for a short time or in a few words. For example:

•	“She spoke briefly about her plans for the project.” (in a few words)
•	“He stopped by briefly to say hello.” (for a short time)
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had

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“I had seen that ad before”: Past Perfect tense kullanilir. Bu yapi, gegmiste bir olaydan daha önce gergeklesmis bir
durumu ifade eder. Örnegin:
• “When I watched the movie, I realized / had seen that ad before.” (Filmi izlerken, o reklami daha önce görmüs oldugumu
fark ettim.)

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have

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“I have seen that ad before”: Present Perfect tense kullanilir. Bu yapi, gegmiste bir zamanda gerçeklegmis, ancak su ana kadar etkisi suren bir durumu ifade eder.
Ornegin:
• “I have seen that ad before; it’s really catchy.” (O reklami daha önce gördüm;
gerçekten akilda kalic.)

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had always gotten along

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“Had always gotten along” means that people consistently had a good relationship with each other in the past, up until a certain point. For example:

•	“They had always gotten along well, but then they had a disagreement.”

This phrase implies a history of good relations that changed at some specific time.

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look it up

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“Look it up” means to search for information, usually in a dictionary, online, or another reference source. For example:

•	“If you don’t know the word, look it up in the dictionary.”
•	“I don’t understand this term, let me look it up online.”

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