LETTER Y Flashcards
Yard
an area of land in which a particular type of work is done, often one from which goods are sold:
a lumber yard
a scrap yard
Yawn
Involuntarily open one’s mouth wide and inhale deeply, typically on account of tiredness or boredom.
“he began yawning and looking at his watch”
Yell
- A loud, sharp cry, especially of pain, surprise, or delight; a shout.
- Give a loud, sharp cry.
“you heard me yelling at her”
Yield
- produce or provide (a natural, agricultural, or industrial product).
“the land yields grapes and tobacco”
2.
give way to arguments, demands, or pressure.
“the Western powers now yielded when they should have resisted”
You better believe they did
used to indicate that the speaker emphatically agrees with a statement or sentiment. “Do you think they can win?” “You/You’d better believe it!”
You clocked me
Expression. To hit hard, specially in the head
You have gone above and beyond
Give extra effort, especially in a way that exceeds expectations, as in John always goes above and beyond to make my birthday special. It’s commonly used as part of the phrase above and beyond the call of duty, meaning more than is required of one.
He’s always been a good friend, but while I was ill he really went above and beyond. We have a very dedicated team of people who go above and beyond what is required.
You may rely on me
Expression for trust in someone
You rock
A slang phrase of praise or encouragement conveying “You’re awesome (at something)” or “You can do it!”
Youth
the period between childhood and adult age.
“a 17-year-old youth handed in the lost wallet”
“he had been a keen sportsman in his youth”
“he was a brave warrior in spite of his youth”
“as a youth he was shy and reticent”