March 26 B
Having the right business partner can change everything.
AI will be the end of us.
You only have a short time in life to make your
mark.
Walking in India feels like an “assault on the
senses”, with broken footpaths, constant honking, and terrible traffic
all coming together to inconvenience pedestrians.
Heavy traffic is an inconvenience for commuters.
(noun)
I’m sorry for the inconvenience caused.
The road repair work inconvenienced many
drivers. (verb – cause trouble or difficulty for them)
I hope my request doesn’t inconvenience you.
Unexpected rain inconvenienced the event organizers.
Walking on the streets of Bangkok feels like bliss,
while in India it is an “assault on the senses.”
The seeds of his success were sown long ago, and
now he is reaping the rewards.
He sowed the seeds of success long ago, and
now the harvest has begun.
You must choose one path — you can’t follow both.
Choose one — you can’t have both.
You can’t walk two paths at the same time.
He has been lily-padding from one job to another for years.
Some startups survive by lily-padding from
one investor to the next. (jumping from one option to another without settling
or committing)
She kept lily-padding between ideas instead
of focusing on one.
Many people buy things they don’t need
to impress people who don’t even care.
Stop wasting money on useless stuff. 💡
He lofted the ball over the boundary for
six.
The batsman lofted the shot straight over
the bowler’s head.
For a beginner, the challenge may feel undoable.
(impossible or unable to be done)
Climbing that mountain alone is almost undoable.
The lazy fail. The rest work—with muscle or
with mind.
Success in life comes from using either your hands or
your head.
✅ Success takes hard work
or wisdom — choose your weapon.
People often judge others without knowing
the battles they are fighting.
The idea never crossed my mind. (a thought comes
to your mind briefly)
It suddenly crossed my mind that I had
forgotten my keys.
Did it ever cross your mind to call her?
The footballer’s rumoured girlfriend was
seen cheering for him in the stands. (people say might be someone’s girlfriend,
but it is not officially confirmed)
The actor arrived at the party with his rumoured girlfriend.
He is rumoured to be leaving the company.
They are rumoured to be getting married.
They are rumoured to be dating.
She is rumoured to be the next CEO.
Legends from different worlds came together at
the star-studded event.
Everyone laughed hard at his joke. (loudly
or strongly)
The children laughed hard during the comedy show.
He can’t see, but he didn’t let it limit him.
I want to make at least one
person’s day every day. ⭐
I want to brighten at least one person’s day every
day.
One sorrow will always remain in my life: no one has ever
truly understood me.
She is not worthy of being called a mother.
He is the only family I have.
No matter how fiercely the sun shines, the sea will never
dry up.
Even the harshest times cannot change a truly tough
person.
He is a literate person.
He regained his composure to continue the
speech. (became calm again after being upset, shocked, nervous, or embarrassed,
and then did something)
The girl I once liked had the whole world behind her,
and I was just one in the queue.
I fell out with my best friend over a small
misunderstanding. (Fall out with = quarrel with / stop being friends
because of a fight.)
She fell out with her sister last year.
They fell out with each other after the business
dispute.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity that comes
your way.
You don’t realize how fortunate you are to have him
in your life.
Take a beat before you answer. (Take a beat =
stop for a moment to think or compose yourself.(
He took a beat before responding to the
question.
When emotions rise, take a beat and think.
The ambulance sirened through the traffic.
Police cars sirened past us on the highway.
An ambulance siren sounded in the distance.
The warning siren sounded across the city.
They tried to con the old man into giving them
cash. (persuade (someone) to do or believe something by lying to them)
The fraudster conned many investors.
She rode pillion on his motorcycle. (Ride
pillion = be the passenger on a bike.)
I rode pillion while my friend drove the bike.
He often rides pillion with his brother.
⭐ She rode pillion behind
him on the scooter.
The fallout of the argument damaged their
friendship. (negative consequences or bad effects that happen after an event,
decision, or conflict)
The country suffered the economic fallout of the
war.
He sat in a sullen silence after the
argument. (Sullen = silently angry or unhappy.)
She gave a sullen look and said nothing.
The child became sullen when he was
scolded.
His face turned sullen after hearing the
news.
He has an insatiable curiosity about the
world. (Insatiable = impossible to satisfy / endless desire.)
She has an insatiable appetite for knowledge.
The child had an insatiable desire for sweets.
His insatiable ambition drove him to work harder.
They tacked on a delivery charge to the
bill. (Tack on = add something extra.)
The airline tacked on extra fees for
baggage.
She broached the topic of salary with her
boss. (bring up or introduce a sensitive or difficult topic for discussion)
He finally broached the subject of marriage.
(Broach = start talking about a delicate subject.)
It takes a lifetime to understand life. You need
your whole life to understand what life really means.
Life takes a lifetime to understand.
You are a beautiful woman who will break many hearts —
mine among them. ⭐
Panic began to creep in when the lights went
out.
As the deadline approached, panic crept in.
When no one answered the phone, panic slowly crept
in.
As time passed, doubt began to creep in.
When he heard the noise, fear crept in.
After the mistake, uncertainty crept in.
A strange suspicion crept into her mind.
He may be a billionaire to the world, but he
is desi at heart. ⭐
Everyone you meet has something to teach you; take the
good, leave the bad.
The teacher lost patience with the noisy students.
She finally lost patience with his excuses.
He lost patience with the slow service.
Don’t lose patience with children so
quickly.
If others can do it, why can’t he? ⭐
If they can finish it, why can’t we?
If others can do it, why can’t they?
If others can do it, why can’t my brother?
If others can do it, why can’t I? ⭐
Who are they? ⭐
Who are we?
This bag is hers. ⭐
This book is mine.
That car is his.
This phone is yours.
That seat is hers.
This house is ours.
Those tickets are theirs.
Just because you haven’t found the right girl yet
doesn’t mean you should rush into anyone. ⭐
Better to wait for the right girl than to settle for the
wrong one.
If you’re rich, anything is possible.
Money can make almost anything possible.
My son would crawl to the door whenever I came
home from work in Singapore.
This book disappears from the shelves as soon as it
arrives.
The samosas sell out as soon as they
arrive. ⭐
Samosas disappear from the shop within minutes of
arriving.
Today is one of the biggest days of his
life.
After the storm, the whole street was in disarray.
(messy or chaotic)
His thoughts were in disarray after hearing
the bad news.
The house was in disarray after the party.
The unexpected decision threw everything into
disarray. ⭐ (throw something into
disarray → cause confusion or disorder)
He hedged when I asked about his plans.
(avoid committing to something directly or to reduce risk)
The politician hedged his answer.
She hedged her bets by applying to several
universities. (Hedge your bets → protect yourself in case something fails.)
Invest in different things to hedge your bets.
I can’t fathom the depth of his pain. ⭐ (understand something very deep, complex, or difficult to
comprehend)
It’s hard to fathom the depth of the ocean.
She tried to fathom the depth of his feelings.
No one could fathom the depth of the tragedy.
He failed to fathom the depth of the problem. (👉 Fathom = fully understand something deep or
complicated.)
Their friendship is beginning to fray.
(something is weakening or breaking down)
His patience is fraying after hours of
waiting. ⭐
The leader could sense the fraying loyalty of
his followers. (Fraying = slowly wearing out or breaking apart.)
The edges of his jeans are fraying. ⭐ (the edges of fabric or rope becoming worn, loose, or
threadbare)
The rope is fraying and may snap
soon.
Visibility opens doors that talent alone sometimes cannot. ⭐
Visibility opens the door to opportunity.
Don’t Take Anything Personally. Nothing others do is because
of you. What others say and do is a projection of their own reality,
their own dream. When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you
won’t be the victim of needless suffering.
He grew out of his childish habits / attitude.
(stop doing, feeling, or liking something as you become older or more mature)
You need to grow out of the mindset that
success comes overnight. ⭐
As you mature, you start growing out of childish
mindsets.
Life slowly pushes you to grow out of old ways of
thinking.
Most children grow out of their fear of the
dark.
She eventually grew out of that negative mindset.
You’ll grow out of this phase soon.
Many people grow out of their insecurities with
age.
He finally grew out of his habit of blaming
others. ⭐
The child has grown out of his clothes. (become
too big for something because you have grown)⭐
She quickly grew out of her shoes.
My nephew has grown out of his school uniform.
The child has grown out of his old jacket.
He grew out of his bicycle within a year.
There is discharge in my eyes. (পিচুটি)
My eyes have some discharge. ⭐
There is gunk in my eyes. (informal)⭐
I woke up with gunk in my eyes. ⭐
There was gunk stuck in the machine. (thick, sticky, dirty
substance — like grease, dirt, mucus, or eye discharge)
The sink is full of greasy gunk.
Clean the gunk off the fan.
Dust and gunk had built up on the keyboard.
(Gunk = sticky, dirty, unpleasant stuff.)
Dare him to dream big, and he might change the world.
(motivate someone to think big and believe in their potential)
Parents should encourage / dare their kids to dream
big.
A good teacher inspires / dares students to dream
big.
She beamed with pride when she heard
the news. (smile very happily and proudly)
The child beamed at his parents after
winning the prize.
She beamed with pride when her son won the
prize.
The parents beamed with joy at their
daughter’s success.
He beamed with happiness when he saw his
old friend.
A beam of sunlight came through the window.
(a ray of light)
After getting the job, he felt on top of the world.
(On top of the world = very happy and proud.)
She was on top of the world when she heard the
good news.
Winning the match made the team feel on top of the
world.
Good education can set you up for a lifetime of
success. (prepare or put someone on a path that will affect their whole
life)
Healthy habits set you up for a lifetime of good
health.
Learning discipline early can set you up for a
lifetime of achievement.
One bad decision can set you up for a lifetime of regret.
Strong values can set you up for a lifetime of
respect.
Every opportunity we let pass by may never come again.
I haven’t seen him lately. (recently / in
the recent past)
She has been very busy lately.
Have you talked to her lately?
I count him as one of my closest friends. ⭐ (consider or regard someone as something)
She is counted among the best teachers in the
school.
The rebels seized control of the city.
(Seize = take quickly / take firmly when the chance appears.)
He seized the moment and proposed to her.
The team seized the lead in the final
minutes.
She seized the spotlight with her
performance.
He looked to the heavens and prayed for
help. (look up at the sky, often to pray, hope for help, or express emotion
(surprise, frustration, gratitude, etc.))
She looked to the heavens in gratitude.
As of this moment, everything is under control. (at
this exact time)
They tried to coerce him into signing the
document. (force someone to do something by pressure, threats, or intimidation)
No one should be coerced into making a decision.
She felt she was coerced into accepting the offer.
The difference between falling and flying is
learning the right way to rise.
These are moments I won’t forget for the
rest of my life.
That day gave me moments I won’t forget.
I never imagined I’d go on a ride like
this.
Looking at old photos took us down memory lane.
The reunion was a trip down memory lane.
Meeting my childhood friend sent me down memory
lane.
The day felt like a picnic, as everyone enjoyed the
moment. ⭐
There was a time when I didn’t know who I was, but life
slowly showed me the way.
I didn’t realize how difficult life could be until
experience taught me.
There was a time when I walked through many
hardships, but those days made me stronger.
I am alone, but I’m never lonely. My thoughts
and dreams keep me company.
Will you sit with me and keep me company?
My phone keeps me company on quiet nights.
My mother keeps me company when I work late.
I sat with my son to keep him company.
Her mother keeps her company when she is alone.
She reads books to keep herself company.
Problems help us grow. When one door closes, another door
opens. Life always creates new chances. ⭐
Just because you look good doesn’t mean you feel good.
A happy face doesn’t always mean a happy heart. ⭐
He looked apologetic after making the
mistake. (feeling sorry for something you did wrong and showing regret)
She gave me an apologetic smile.
He sounded apologetic when he called to say
sorry. (Apologetic = feeling or showing that you are sorry.)
Anyone who has truly lived will
always have stories to tell.
The company recalled the faulty products at the
regulator’s behest.
She published the article at her editor’s behest. (Behest
= something you do because someone important asked or ordered you to.)
The soldiers trained harder at the commander’s
behest.
become extremely excited, enthusiastic, or
She went gaga over the new movie. (crazy
about something or someone)
Fans went gaga when their favorite singer
appeared on stage.
He went gaga for the new phone model.
The children went gaga over the puppy.
She goes gaga whenever she sees
chocolate. (Go gaga = get very excited or crazy about something.)
An unlucky person often faces bad luck everywhere.
Everything seems to go right for him. ✔
Good luck follows him everywhere. ✔
Fortune always smiles on him. ⭐
Luck seems to be on his side.
It has always been my dream to exceed their
expectations.
I always wanted to do better than what people expect
from me.
I left the job, but it was not by choice.
The idea stayed at the back of my mind for
years.
At the back of my mind, I was worried about the
result.
She became a successful food entrepreneur by
starting a small bakery.
Many young food entrepreneurs are opening cloud
kitchens today.
Every restaurant has a hero dish you
shouldn’t miss. (best or most special dish)
The chef said the biryani is the hero of the
menu. (Hero in the menu = the star / signature dish.)
At that restaurant, you are spoilt for choice.
(having so many good options that it becomes difficult to choose one)
With so many books in the library, students are
spoilt for choice.
That place doesn’t have much footfall, but I
need to catch people’s attention to do business.
A bright signboard can catch eyeballs on a busy
street. (Catch eyeballs = make people notice something.)
The colorful display caught many eyeballs at the
market.
She broke down and cried when she heard the
sad news.
The child broke down and cried after losing
his toy.
She tried to stay strong, but she broke down and
cried.
Creativity takes discipline, persistence, and the courage
to fail and keep going. Every setback can be the first step to something
better.
The staff greeted us warmly when we entered
the hotel.
The host greeted everyone warmly at the
party.
Talent means nothing if you don’t make the right
choices.
If you love two people at the same time, choose the
second. Because if you really loved the first one, you wouldn’t have fallen for
the second.
Education brings painful experiences but eventually
delivers sweet results.
The process of learning brings challenges that
make people want to give up, but their efforts will result in permanent
benefits.
Education is bitter, but its fruit is sweet.
Friends are the siblings God never gave us.
The great man is he who does not lose his child’s
heart.
Sometimes the end of something good is the beginning of
something better. ⭐
His success will make his parents’ dreams come
true.
After the accident, the man remained in a vegetative
state for many months. (Vegetative state: Eyes may open, but no
awareness.)
The patient has been in a vegetative state since
the brain injury.
Gold is becoming dearer every year.
Food items are getting dearer day by day.
Phubbing has become common because of
smartphones. (Phone + Snubbing (ignoring someone))
She felt hurt when her brother started phubbing
her while she was talking. (ignoring someone who is physically present with
you because you are busy looking at your phone)
She snubbed him at the party. (refuse to
acknowledge someone or treat them coldly on purpose)
The celebrity snubbed his fans and walked
away.
His parents were worried sick when he
didn’t come home at night. (extremely worried or anxious about someone or
something)
She was worried sick about her exam results.
The dessert was so sweet that it began to cloy.
(make someone feel sick or bored because something is too sweet, too rich, or
too much of the same thing)
The perfume was so strong that its smell cloyed the
room.
The romantic scenes in the movie began to cloy the
audience.
Too much possessiveness can turn love into a cloying
relationship. (too much attention, affection, or emotional dependence makes
it unpleasant)
What once felt romantic slowly became a cloying
relationship.
The novel explores metaphysical questions about the meaning
of life. (the branch of philosophy studying the fundamental nature of reality,
existence, and being beyond the physical world)
He enjoys late-night metaphysical discussions about the soul
and the universe.
A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered
the value of life.
Time wasted = Life wasted. ⏳
March 26 C
Nothing really beats knowing English when it comes to
building a successful career.
Love What You Do ⭐
Luck is what happens when preparation meets
opportunity.
Do the work you understand and are skilled at.
With the right team for a dream, success becomes
possible.
Being hungry for new experiences helps a
person grow in life.
The film became immensely successful around
the world.
With hard work and patience, she became immensely
successful in her career.
Life is tough, but it’s tougher when you’re stupid.
I didn’t want to be looked at as a below-the-poverty-line
kid.
If we had a better life, I wouldn’t be here.
Hardship created his motivation and shaped
who he became.
Sometimes a hard childhood creates a strong desire to
succeed.
Difficult circumstances can shape a person’s
determination.
Poverty did not break him; it motivated him
to work harder.
His struggles became the fuel for his success.
💪 Struggles can become the
source of strength and ambition.
Good people will rise at the right time; keep your
goodness and stay patient.
Success will come to the right people at the right
time — just stay honest and patient.
I don’t want anyone to say that I am incapable of
doing something.
Don’t tell me I can’t.
I will try and prove it.
His interest in physics is slipping because
he finds the concepts confusing.
Without proper guidance, a student’s interest in
studies may gradually fade away.
When money runs low, creativity steps up.
True progress begins when we make space for people
with ideas, not just wealth. ⭐
He is young and still building his career, so
he has a long way to go.
The exam will be held at the end of the first trimester.
(Trimester = a three-month period.)
In the third trimester, the baby grows very
quickly.
He held the railing to steady himself after
feeling dizzy. (make oneself stable or calm, especially after losing balance,
feeling weak, or becoming emotional)
She took a deep breath to steady herself before
speaking.
His head was throbbing with pain after the
long journey.
Her heart was throbbing with excitement before
the competition. (Throbbing = a strong, rhythmic beating feeling, often because
of pain, excitement, or strong emotion.)
The wound on his leg was throbbing badly.
I am a big fan of yours.
She is a friend of mine.
He is a colleague of hers.
We are big fans of theirs.
She is a neighbor of ours.
They are supporters of yours. ⭐
We must not give up, nor let problems defeat us.
Never surrender to problems.
There are no sure bets in life. If you have chosen a
path, enjoy little bits of it.
Success often comes after many failures. ⭐
People usually succeed only after failing many
times. Failure teaches lessons that lead to success.
Dreams need direction, and direction needs guidance. Work
hard, learn every day, and success will slowly follow you. ⭐
Real pride in business comes from serving people and
solving their problems. ⭐
My motivation hit a wall after several
failures. ⭐ (Hit a wall = get stuck and
cannot continue easily.)
The negotiations hit a wall when both sides
refused to compromise.
His career hit a wall after the company
closed down.
In a world overflowing with luxury, simplicity feels
refreshing.
In a world overflowing with social media, real
friendships are precious.
The world feels different when you see
it through a child’s eyes.
Never show your attitude to a silent man, for he
may respond when the time is right.
For me, going to the same vacation spot—Darjeeling—every
year brings comfort and joy.
The teacher tailored the lesson to suit the
students’ needs. (adjust, design, or modify something so that it perfectly fits
a particular person, need, or situation
(The word comes from a tailor who adjusts clothes to fit
someone.))
The company tailored its services for young
customers.
He tailored his speech to match the
audience.
A mother’s blessings make a child stronger.
What is the use of getting something later if
you didn’t get it when you needed it most? ⭐
If something comes too late, it often loses its
value.
Getting something after the right time is often
of no use.
She fretted over the exam results all
night. (worry too much about something)
There is no need to fret; everything will be fine. (Fret =
worry or feel anxious unnecessarily.)
Parents often fret about their children’s future.
It irks me when people are late. (annoy or
irritate someone)
His rude behavior really irks me.
The constant noise began to irk the neighbors.
They lived in a dilapidated house at the
edge of the village. (Dilapidated = old, broken, and falling apart.)
The old building looked dilapidated and unsafe.
A dilapidated bridge stood over the
river. (In very bad condition because it is old and not taken care of)
The glass ceiling prevents many capable people
from reaching top positions. (an invisible barrier that prevents certain
people (often women or minorities) from reaching higher positions in a job or
organization, even though they are capable)
Many women are working hard to break the glass
ceiling in politics.
For years, the glass ceiling limited opportunities
for women in management.
Start your journey with a clear goal in mind. ⭐
The better I get to know men, the more I find myself loving dogs.
The jacket is two sizes too big for me.
(something (usually clothes or shoes) is bigger than the correct size by two
sizes)
These shoes are two sizes too big.
He wore an oversized jacket. (larger than
the normal or usual size)
The room had an oversized sofa.
She likes wearing oversized T-shirts.
Sometimes the best thing you can do is listen and
learn.
It seems that without money, life has no worth / value.
Society often respects / judges people by their money,
making those without much of it feel undervalued / unimportant /
insignificant. ⭐
Pursue what catches your heart, not what catches
your eyes.
Real love is not proved in easy times, but in
difficult times when two people choose to stay together. ⭐
It is easy to trust someone when life is going well.
But the real test of a relationship comes when life becomes difficult and you
still choose to stay together. True love means staying with someone even
when you have many reasons to leave.
I have always loved life and wanted to keep living
it fully.
Sometimes you must lose your old self to
grow.
He lost his old self and started a new life.
She implored him to stay. (beg or ask someone
very seriously and emotionally to do something)
The doctor implored the patient to stop smoking.
He implored the judge to show mercy. (Implore =
beg strongly / request urgently.)
The ability to forgive is one of the
strongest qualities a person can have.
Do the things you are afraid of.
Face your fears and move forward.
Loneliness is a sign you are in desperate need of
yourself.
Work hard every day to reach your goals. But don’t lose
heart if things don’t go as planned. Sometimes life gives you what you need rather
than what you want.
The country is reeling under economic pressure.
(Reel under = struggle to cope with a shock, pressure, or problem.)
The city is reeling under heavy rainfall.
He was reeling under the shock of the bad
news. (feel shocked, confused, or overwhelmed because of something difficult or
surprising)
The crowd began to thin as the evening grew
late.
The forest thins out near the river.
The teacher asked the students to thin the
plants in the garden.
Traffic began to thin after midnight.
The clouds started to thin, and the sun
appeared.
The crowd thins as the night gets late. (The
night gets late = the time is becoming very late at night.)
It is getting late at night.
The night is getting late. ⭐
The park gets busy as the morning gets later. (“gets
late” sounds natural mainly with night, for morning, afternoon, and evening, we
usually say “gets later)
The heat becomes stronger as the afternoon gets
later.
The streets become quiet as the evening gets later.
The police found the runaway after two
days. (a runaway is a person, usually a child or teenager, who leaves home
without permission)
The movie tells the story of a runaway teenager.
(Runaway = someone who runs away from home.)
Her parents were worried when she became a runaway.
He felt torn between his parents’ dreams and his own
aspirations.
This decision may influence / shape / affect the next few
years of his life.
In times like these, family support matters
most.
In times like this, patience is very
important.
Many things in Singapore became my lifelong
favourites.
The new movie has really got people talking.
(start a conversation or create discussion among people)
The story gets people thinking deeply.
The joke got the whole class laughing.
The speech is getting the audience excited.
The movie has got everyone talking.
The announcement will get the media speculating. ⭐
A good head and a good heart are always a formidable /
powerful combination.
She is a formidable opponent in chess.
(very strong, powerful, or impressive, and sometimes difficult to deal with or
defeat)
The team proved to be a formidable rival. (দুর্ধর্ষ)
He built a formidable reputation in the
business world. (Formidable = extremely strong or impressive.)
A little faith helps you take the next step, love shows
you the way, and hope keeps you looking toward tomorrow.
Success often comes when you love what you do. ⭐
A U-turn may be the beginning of a new journey.
A U-turn in life can sometimes lead you to a better
path ahead. ⭐
Take a U-turn at the next signal.
People respect the strong but tyrannize the weak. (শক্তের ভক্ত নরমের
যম)
Most people bow to the powerful but bully the weak. ⭐
The ruler tyrannized his people for many years.
(Tyrannize = to rule or treat others like a tyrant; to bully or oppress
people.)
He often tyrannizes those who are weaker than him.
The car rammed into a tree. (Ram = to hit or crash
into something with great force.
Examples)
A truck rammed a bus on the highway.
The driver lost control and rammed into a wall.
The speeding car rammed another vehicle from
behind. (Ram = crash hard into something.)
The shocking news shut everyone up.
She shut him up with a strong reply.
The soldiers made a foray into enemy
territory. (sudden attack or a quick attempt to do something new)
The company made a foray into the smartphone market.
(Foray = a short attack or a first attempt into something.)
The writer made his first foray into poetry.
It is important to learn from mistakes and not
repeat them. What’s done is done. ⭐
She always walks the talk and never breaks her
promises. (to do what you say you will do; to act according to your words)
It’s easy to give advice, but harder to
walk the talk. (যা বলে তা বাস্তবে করা) 🦜
If you want people to trust you, you need to walk
the talk. (“Walk the talk” = match your actions with your promises or
claims.)
Don’t take your frustrations out on me.
He takes his frustrations out on his coworkers when things
go wrong.
Don’t take your anger out on me.
She took her irritation out on her brother.
He takes his stress out on the office furniture.
Don’t take your disappointment out on your friends.
He takes his resentment out on anyone nearby.
She takes her aggravation out on the kids.
They vent their rage on each other after
work.
Don’t let your annoyance affect others.
He released his frustration on the
punching bag.
She channels her stress instead of taking it
out on others.
Your comfort zone is quietly killing your potential.
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I —
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference. (two paths split or
go in different directions)
Sometimes in life, we face a choice between two
options.
I had to face a choice between moving to a new
city or staying here. (Face a choice = you have to decide between two or more
options.)
She faced a difficult choice about her
career.
He came from a village where learning was thin,
but he worked hard and succeeded. (Learning was thin = not much knowledge or
education existed there.)
In times when learning was thin, people relied
more on experience.
Great things happen to those who don’t stop believing,
trying, learning, and being grateful.
Wear your failure as a badge of honor.
Can’t Afford to Fail ⭐
After the long hike, their energy was completely
depleted. (used up completely; emptied; very low in quantity or energy)
The storm depleted the town’s resources.
The company’s funds were depleted after the
failed project.
His patience was depleted after listening
to the complaints all day. (Depleted = all used up, nothing or very little
left.)
He’s a real guzzler when it comes to pizza.
(someone or something that consumes a lot of something, especially food, drink,
or fuel)
This car is a gas guzzler; it uses too much
fuel.
Don’t be a soda guzzler; too much sugar is unhealthy.
(A guzzler = a person or thing that eats, drinks, or uses a lot very quickly.)
The old heater is an energy guzzler, raising
electricity bills. ⭐
He wore gold chains and diamond rings, full of bling.
(Bling = flashy things you wear to show off money or style, like gold chains,
watches, or rings.)
The rapper’s outfit was full of bling.
She loves bling—big earrings, shiny bracelets, and
sparkling necklaces.
Bling doesn’t always mean good taste, sometimes it’s
just showy.
There is falling interest in traditional newspapers as
more people read online.
Sales dropped because of falling interest in that
product.
He loves to bring his best friend home after
school.
Every challenge is a piece of my journey toward
success.
Learning English is an important piece of my
journey.
His face, by his own later admission, was “not
the kind that wins friends quickly.”
Her warm smile and friendly attitude win friends
quickly. ⭐
I tried several options, but none of them was good.
He was a boy who had nothing going for him except
a strong will to succeed.
The teacher’s harsh words made him feel small.
Being ignored by his friends made him feel small.
No one should try to make others feel small. ⭐
She got a head start in her career by
learning English early. (begin before others and therefore have an advantage)
Children who read a lot get a head start in school. ⭐
She got a five-second head start in the
race. (starting earlier to give someone a fair chance or advantage)
The coach gave the beginners a head start.
Even with a head start, he couldn’t win the race. ⭐
Don’t plan too much
life has its own plans for you.
Always remember that some of the most beautiful
moments of your life are actually unplanned.
You cannot control what each day will bring, but you
can choose the mindset with which you face it.
You never change your life until you step out of your
comfort zone; change begins at the end of your comfort zone.
They tried to sweep the issue under the rug. (hide
a problem instead of dealing with it)
Their emotional retrouvailles after many
years moved everyone. (meeting someone again after a long time and feeling
happy about it)
My return to Singapore turned into a joyful
retrouvailles with old friends after many years apart.
Your happiness may depend on who you marry. ⭐
After the betrayal / being hurt, he put
his walls up. (became emotionally distant.) ⭐
She puts her walls up whenever someone gets
too close. (protect yourself emotionally by not trusting others or by keeping
people at a distance)
It took time, but he finally lowered his
walls and trusted his friends. (trusting people and opening your heart
instead of protecting yourself all the time) ⭐
If you want real relationships, you must lower your
walls sometimes. ( open up and trust others.) ⭐
Over time, love blossomed in their hearts.
(began to love each other)
What started as friendship soon blossomed into love.
Falling in love was not part of the plan.
In time, you will see that many worries were only
shadows—reflections of things that never truly mattered.
In time, you will understand the truth. (eventually
/ after some time)
In time, her hard work will bring success.
Some people called her a prude because she
avoided talking about romance. (easily shocked or overly concerned about
modesty, especially about sexual matters)
He doesn’t like jokes about relationships and is sometimes
seen as a prude. (a prude is someone who thinks certain topics, behavior, or
clothing are too improper or indecent)
Don’t be such a prude; it was just a harmless joke. ⭐
She behaves like a Vestal Virgin, but she
is not as innocent as she appears.
She remained chaste until marriage,
following her family’s traditions. (sexually pure or not involved in sexual
relationships, especially because of moral or religious beliefs)
Despite temptation, he led a chaste and
disciplined life. (a very modest and morally disciplined life, avoiding
sexual activity)
Living a chaste life, she focused entirely on
her spiritual goals. ⭐
Monks lead a chaste life.
Nothing really beats the feeling of achieving your dream.
(nothing is better than… / there is nothing that can surpass…)⭐
I couldn’t believe it came out of her mouth!
(said it.)
Hearing the truth come out of her mouth was shocking.
Believe in yourself, even in the absence of affirmation;
growth begins in silence and ripens unseen.
Don’t shout at me.
Using the right tools helps in getting more done
without working more.
Asking questions helps you understand difficult
topics better. (After “helps you”, we always use the base form of the verb
(infinitive without “to”), not the “-ing” form.)
Planning your day helps you use your time more
wisely. ⭐
Distance can bring hearts closer and make
love stronger.
Being apart sometimes shows how much
someone truly matters.
In ancient times, people would immolate animals
as offerings to the gods. (kill or offer someone or something as a sacrifice,
often by fire / বলি
দেওয়া)
The villagers used to immolate goats as offerings to
the gods.
She was unfairly labeled a slut by her
classmates. (a derogatory, offensive slur used to describe a person, usually a
woman, considered sexually promiscuous or of loose morals)
Gossiping about someone’s personal life and calling them a
slut is hurtful.
She faced unfair criticism and name-calling because
of rumors.
Instead of calling her a slut, it’s better to say she is highly sexually active.
His words were very hurtful and made her
cry. (causing emotional pain, sadness, or distress)
Being ignored by friends can feel very hurtful.
Calling someone names is hurtful and
unnecessary. ⭐
She was known to be promiscuous, but the gossip
exaggerated the truth. (having many sexual partners or being indiscriminate in
sexual behavior)
Promiscuous behavior can lead to
misunderstandings and emotional hurt. (a promiscuous person is someone who does
not stick to one sexual partner and may have casual sexual relationships)⭐
Investors often do bottom fishing to buy
shares at very low prices. (buying stocks, assets, or investments that are very
cheap or undervalued, hoping they will increase in value)
Bottom fishing can be risky if the stock keeps
falling.
Go heavy on the spices if you like your curry
very hot. (use a lot of spices)
He tends to go heavy on the sugar in his
tea. (use, add, or focus on something in large amounts or with extra intensity)
He went heavy on the examples to explain the lesson clearly.
(used many examples)
Don’t hold back your emotions; it’s okay to show
how you feel. (not restrain yourself; to act freely, give your all, or express
yourself fully)
While cooking, don’t hold back on the spices if
you like strong flavors.
Soaring housing prices make it hard for young
people to buy homes.
Soaring electricity prices are a big concern this
summer.
Soaring tuition fees are putting
education out of reach for many students.
He side-stepped the puddle to
keep his shoes dry. (move sideways to avoid something)
The politician tried to side-step the tough
questions from reporters. (avoiding an issue or responsibility instead
of confronting it directly)
She side-stepped the argument by changing the topic. (এড়িয়ে যাওয়া)
March 26 D
The more you feed your mind with positive thoughts, the
more you can attract great things into your life.
Don’t judge someone’s future by their present—time can
change everything. ⭐
Never judge a person’s future by their present situation;
time has the power to turn coal into a diamond.
The teacher asked me to give a short monologue in
English class. (a long speech by one person, either spoken aloud in a play,
performance, or in thought, without interruption)
He gave a monologue about his summer vacation. (দীর্ঘ বক্তৃতা,
একক
বক্তব্য, একা কথা
বলা)
The dialogue between the hero and heroine was
very funny. (a conversation between two or more people)
The teacher and student had a dialogue about
choosing the right career.
Men fall in love faster, but women feel it
more intensely.
Women’s love often peaks early in marriage, while
men’s tends to be steadier.
Women often feel very intense love at the start of
marriage.
He is purported to be an expert in chess.
(supposed or claimed to be true, but not necessarily proven)
He remained stoic even after
hearing the bad news. (showing little emotion; not easily affected by
pain or pleasure)
He is guarded about sharing personal stories.
(cautious, careful about showing feelings)
He is very guarded about his past relationships.
Parents can be guarded when talking about
personal family matters. (cautious or careful about showing feelings, thoughts,
or personal information)
He is slower to open up in new friendships.
(takes more time to reveal feelings or thoughts)
If the conversation is boring, he tends
to check out. (withdraw or disengage, lose interest)
He became infatuated with the idea of traveling the world.
They were infatuated with each other during
their first year of dating. (extremely or foolishly in love or obsessed with
someone or something, often for a short time)
Being infatuated doesn’t always mean true love.
He creeps on all the women he meets. (flirt with
or make persistent sexual advances toward someone )
He caught his wife creepin’ with the guy who lives
next-door. (cheat on one’s sexual partner)
He spends a lot of time creeping on her Facebook
profile. (follow someone persistently or stealthily, as on a social media
website)
She crept into the room without making a sound.
(moved quietly and slowly)
Anxiety began to creep over him before the exam.
(gradually started affecting him)
Don’t mingle with him; he’s a total creep. (an
unpleasant or disturbing person)
Stay away from him; he’s a total creep. (an
unpleasant or disturbing person)
Many times have you promised yourself that you’d work on
your goals. But how many times have you stuck to it?
I have trouble staying motivated when the work
is boring.
There is no one more dangerous than an idiot who
thinks he is a genius.
He was tardy for class again. (late or
delayed; not on time)
Please don’t be tardy for the meeting. (if
someone is tardy, they arrive after the expected time)
She got a warning for being tardy too often.
The train was tardy due to bad weather.
The river was defiled by industrial waste. (make
something dirty, impure, or morally wrong; to spoil or damage something sacred
or pure)
He was accused of defiling the temple. (অপবিত্র করা)
The teacher sounded a caution about
cheating in exams.
Experts sounded a caution before investing
in risky markets.
She has a burgeoning interest in English
learning. (just beginning to grow and is expanding quickly)
The city has a burgeoning population.
The internet has created a burgeoning demand for digital
skills. (growing, developing, or increasing rapidly)
There is a burgeoning population of graduates,
but not enough jobs.
The condition of the roads is deplorable. (very
bad, shocking, or deserving strong criticism)
He was criticized for his deplorable behavior.
His dreams remained unmet despite hard work. (not
fulfilled, not achieved, or not satisfied)
Unmet dreams often turn into silent regrets.
A life full of unmet expectations can lead
to deep frustration.
They junked the old computer and bought a
new one. (throw away, discard, or get rid of something that is no longer
useful)
Work Worker Workplace
This problem needs to be talked about
before it gets worse.
Successful people often skip glitz for grit and
focus on consistent effort.
He chose to skip glitz for grit and worked quietly towards
his goals.
Success comes from grit, not glitz.
She showed great grit during tough times.
(strong determination and courage to keep going, even when things are
difficult)
Success requires talent, but grit matters
more. (দৃঢ়তা
/ অধ্যবসায় / কঠিন পরিস্থিতিতেও এগিয়ে যাওয়ার মানসিকতা)
The event was full of glitz and glamour.
(attractive, flashy glamour or shine, often without real substance)
Glitz may attract attention, but it is substance
that earns respect.
Glitz can create an illusion, but reality
always reveals the truth. (show, shine, appearance)⭐
Not everything that shines with glitz is worth having.
(চকচকে
বাহ্যিক জাঁকজমক / ঝলক)
Life has challenges for everyone, no matter who you
are. ⭐
No one is completely free from problems.
Our platform is on a mission to make English
learning more accessible and effective.
We are on a mission to make English learning more accessible
for students from all backgrounds.
Learn to sit back and observe; not
everything requires a response. Sometimes the most powerful
response is no response at all—just awareness.
His performance ended up being up to the mark.
The final result turned out to be up to the mark.
The project didn’t end up meeting expectations.
I literally stepped in poop while walking in
the park.
He felt like he had stepped in poop after saying
the wrong thing in the meeting.
This is by far the best book I’ve read.
(clearly / without doubt / the most)
She is by far the most talented student in
the class.
That was by far the worst experience of my
life.
He just shrugged when I asked him the question.🤷
He shrugged off the criticism and continued
working. ⭐
He won the election uncontested.
The victory was uncontested due to lack of
competition.
He is a good person in the true sense. (প্রকৃত অর্থে)
She can never resist the temptation of fuchka.
These days, you don’t need expensive coaching; you
need smart learning, and that’s what Fantasy English offers.
Answer with your success, not with your shouts.
Age makes learning slower.
Her religiosity is reflected in her daily prayers.
(the quality of being religious; strong belief in and practice of religion)
The community is known for its strong religiosity.
His religiosity increased as he grew older.
Religiosity can influence people’s values and
behavior. ⭐
There was no overt sign of anger on his
face. (open, clear, and not hidden; done publicly or obviously)
She made an overt attempt to help him.
The company showed overt support for the
campaign. (easy to see or notice)
Greatness does not shout, people can see it in what
you do.
Grief and loss don’t ever go away; they stay with
you. ⭐
Good things aren’t supposed to just fall into your lap.
God is very generous, but He expects you to do your part first.
I keep waiting for something exciting to happen.
What you stay focused on will come true.
He spent 10 minutes haggling (bargaining
about price) to shave off (reduce slightly) a few hundred
rupees from the price.
The teacher explained the concept by drawing from a
real-life observation.
Remember those who stayed when others left, who gave when
you had nothing, and who believed in you before you believed in yourself.
Just because you are bigger, it doesn’t mean you can
pick on him.
Dream big with a purpose, work hard with dedication, and
stay focused on what matters most.
Everyone deserves respect. ⭐
He has made India proud globally.
The man who asks a question is a fool for a minute,
the man who does not ask is a fool for life.
He felt jaded after working the same job
for years. (tired, bored, or lacking enthusiasm because of too much experience
of the same thing)
She became jaded with city life and wanted
a change.
Let’s have a party today to mark this happy moment. ⭐
If students switch from CBSE to ICSE, they
may find themselves in deep water. ⭐
He got into deep water after making that
mistake. (in serious trouble or facing a hard situation)
Without proper preparation, you may find yourself in
deep water.
Trusting blindly can put you at risk. ⭐
You can’t always get everything the way you want. ⭐
I have a backlog of emails to reply to. (a
pile of work, tasks, or requests that have not been completed yet)
The company is trying to clear its backlog of
orders.
There is a huge backlog of work after the
holidays.
The government promulgated a new law.
(officially announced, declared, or made known to the public)
The rules were promulgated last week.
The decision was taken but stayed unpromulgated.
(not officially announced or not made public)
An unpromulgated policy creates confusion.
(decided but not yet declared openly)⭐
He is an old hand at teaching. (people who
are very experienced at something)
Ask her—she’s an old hand in this field.
The old hands guided the new employees. ⭐
The old hands in the company handled the
crisis calmly.
Helping one person may not change the whole world, but it
can forever change the world of the one helped.
The boss chewed him up for being late.
(scold, criticize, or treat someone very harshly)
She got chewed up by the teacher for not doing
her homework.
The coach chewed the players up after the
poor performance.
The path to your dreams may be full of obstacles and
setbacks, but keep pushing forward and never give up.
When the journey to your dreams feels exhausting,
remember why you started—and who you’re doing it for. ✔
It’s easy to give up in the face of obstacles, but if you
dare to keep going, you will live your dream. ✔
The road may be difficult, but if you keep going no
matter what, you will live the life you’ve always dreamed of. ✔
📚🚀✨🚗🌟Those
who are learning English today may drive a Mercedes tomorrow—those who aren’t,
their future is uncertain. ⭐
Your dreams need the best—not expensive classes.
Invest in your future, not in high fees—learn English with us at almost no
cost. 💡
The company ensures compliance with all
safety rules. (following rules, laws, or instructions)
Students must be in compliance with school
regulations. (নিয়ম মেনে চলা / অনুগত্য)
His head was full of ideas. ⭐
She went to bed with her head full of worries.
Singaporeans are known for following the rules /
obeying rules.
The country is proud of its law-abiding citizens.
Take a walk into the glowing night of
Singapore.
One who keeps trying is never truly defeated.
The car flipped / overturned after hitting the
tree.
He looked very spiffy in his new suit.
(smart, stylish, and attractive (especially in appearance or clothing))⭐
That’s a spiffy outfit!
She is getting a haircut / shave / trim /
facial / massage / manicure / pedicure / makeover / hair color / styling;
He is getting a check-up / injection /
treatment / X-ray / scan / test / vaccination / operation;
He is getting his car repaired / serviced /
washed; she is getting her house painted / cleaned.
When there’s nothing left to lose, people may
take others down with them.
In the heat of the moment, he didn’t hesitate
to take others down with him.
When your back is against the wall, you discover your
true strength. (পিঠ দেওয়ালে ঠেকে যাওয়া)
When your back is against the wall, you have no
choice but to act.
This report is baseless and nothing
more than a mirage.
Written off by everyone, I ultimately proved them wrong
and showed them what I was capable of. ⭐
I had no information, so I made a blind
choice. (without knowledge or clarity)⭐
He chose blindly and got lucky.
Without correct guidance, you may end up making
random choices, and that can lead you in the wrong
direction.
I can be myself in Bangkok, and that means
everything.
I feel free to be myself in Bangkok, and that means
the world to me.
In Bangkok, I can be who I truly am—and that’s
what matters most.
Nothing stings like betrayal / being ignored
/ failure after trying your best / being misunderstood /
rejection. (nothing hurts (emotionally or mentally) as much as…)
What colleges teach isn’t always what jobs
need.
The project stalled on the ground due
to lack of funding. (progress stopped or came to a halt)
Implementation of the new policy stalled on the ground due
to lack of resources.
Sometimes you have to go through the worst to get to the best.
Don’t feel entitled; work hard for what
you want. (having a right to certain benefits or privileges)⭐
She was warned not to feel entitled just
because she’s senior. (নিজেকে বিশেষাধিকারপ্রাপ্ত মনে করো না / নিজের অযোগ্য কিছু আশা করো
না। ⭐)
No one likes people who feel entitled to everything.
⭐
Man invented the atomic bomb, but no mouse in the
world would ever build a mousetrap.
Parents should not condone bad behavior
from their children. (accept or allow behavior that is wrong, offensive, or
morally questionable)
Society should not condone violence. ⭐
When you have children, there is no room for lies—only
the truth matters. Anything else is wrong.
The cashier shortchanged me by five
dollars. (gave me less money than I was supposed to receive)
Be careful at the market—you might get shortchanged.
(be given less money or value than you deserve)
Make sure they don’t shortchange me on the
groceries.
We must not shortchange children by
underestimating their potential. (Shortchange = to give someone less credit,
recognition, or value than they deserve.)
He felt shortchanged because no one appreciated
his dedication. (কারো
পরিশ্রম, অবদান
বা অধিকারকে যথাযথ মর্যাদা না দেওয়া)
Don’t shortchange me by ignoring the work I’ve
done. ⭐
Don’t shortchange her—She deserves the same
opportunities as everyone else. (don’t undervalue her or deny her what she
deserves)
When a door closes, a window opens. And it’s
really true—don’t focus on the closed door; look for the window. ✔
Every dream has a cost. The question isn’t whether
you’ll pay it, but whether the reward is worth it.
The football players kitted up for the big
match. (put on equipment or gear, usually for a sport, activity, or work / not
directly meaning “excited,” but sometimes people kit up when they’re excited to
play or participate)⭐
She kitted up in her hiking gear and set off for
the mountains.
When pressure builds, cracks may appear.
His calm facade started to crack when the pressure
built.
Don’t be delulu—thinking you can ace the exam
without studying is wishful thinking. (Short for “delusional”,
believing in something unrealistic, exaggerated, or far from reality)
He was being delulu thinking he could run a
business without experience.
Being delulu about reality only leads to disappointment. ⭐
Thinking you’ll win the lottery is just wishful
thinking. (hope for a positive outcome even though it’s not
likely or realistic
Examples)⭐
It’s wishful thinking to expect to
become fluent in a language in a week. (অযৌক্তিক বা অসম্ভব কিছু আশা করা /
কল্পনায় সুখী হওয়া)
‘Why me, Ma?’
Many people hide their sadness behind a brave front. (Behind
the brave front = what’s really happening inside (fears, worries, doubts, or
emotions that are hidden))
Behind the brave front of the soldier was
a heart full of worry for his family.
Fans are eager to get their hands on the
new gaming console. (obtain, acquire, or gain access to something)⭐
I’m trying to get my hands on the trending
laptop before it goes out of stock. ⭐
Turn loneliness into a business.
Turn loneliness into a powerful business idea. ⭐
Solve loneliness—and build a business from it.
He has a kinky sense of fashion. ⭐ (unusual style)
She likes kinky hairstyles that stand out.
(unusual or unconventional (especially in style or behavior))
That’s a bit of a kinky idea, but it might
work. ⭐
This year, the Puja celebrations have been subdued. (Subdued
= quiet, low-key, less lively than usual.) 💰
The company consolidated its departments to
improve efficiency. (combine multiple things into a single, stronger, or more
organized whole)⭐
She consolidated her notes before the exam.
He worked hard to consolidate his position in the
team. ⭐
Don’t snub people—you never know who might
help you someday. (Snub = intentional ignoring or disrespect.)
She snubbed his apology and refused to talk. (ইচ্ছে করে উপেক্ষা
করা / অবজ্ঞা করা)
The river slowly eroded the banks over the
years. (gradually wear away or be destroyed)
Strong winds eroded the surface of the rocks.
Lies can slowly erode trust in a relationship.
(slowly weaken or reduce something (such as trust, confidence, or power)) ⭐
Constant failure may erode a person’s confidence.
His fear of public speaking stems from a
bad childhood experience. (originate from or be caused by something)
Most of the problems stem from poor planning.
The way forward sometimes begins with a U-turn.
I woke up to an endless stream of messages on
my phone.
Dating has now become the norm among teens, and
many of them explore relationships at a young age.
Strict parents don’t raise obedient kids; they
raise better liars.
The news of his betrayal was difficult to stomach. ⭐
It was difficult to stomach such unfair
treatment. (unpleasant, shocking, or upsetting, and you find it hard to accept)
Her rude behavior was hard to stomach.
She’s still iffy about moving to a new city. (uncertain,
doubtful, or not very reliable
something that may or may not happen / work)
I’m feeling iffy about this whole situation.
(not sure / risky / questionable)
He gave an iffy answer, so I didn’t trust
him. (অনিশ্চিত
/ সন্দেহজনক / ঠিক ভরসাযোগ্য নয়)
She keeps going from one boy to another.
She moves from one relationship to another. ⭐
She keeps changing boyfriends.
She jumps from one guy to another. ⭐
I am still living under my parents’ roof.
He had to obey their rules while living under his parents’
roof.
Don’t use excuses as a crutch.
(emotional/mental support you rely on too much) ⭐
He used alcohol as a crutch to deal with
stress.
Fear can become a crutch if you let it control
you.
He pinned his hopes on passing the exam.
(depend on or trust something strongly for success or a good outcome) ⭐
The team pinned their hopes on their star player.
She pinned her hopes on getting that job.
Criticize yourself—the more you do that, the better
you become.
Don’t be a fact-gobbler—always verify what you
read.
You need a financial buffer to bounce back
from failure. (financial support)
White-collar jobs are coming to an end.
The era of secure, predictable white-collar jobs in
India appears to be drawing to a close.
Success today depends on focusing on creating value, spotting
opportunities, and treating your skills as a personal enterprise.
In uncertain times, preparation and adaptability
may separate those who thrive from those who struggle.
Be patient, for the hardest roads often lead to the
grandest destinations.
Be brave enough to begin, persistent enough to continue,
humble enough to improve—and patient enough to trust the process.
Wisdom starts with wonder, not answers.✨
True understanding begins with curiosity and
questioning, not with already having answers.
Forget your age, and your career will always stay young.
Don’t let your age limit your thinking or
actions.
If everyone were satisfied with themselves, there would
be no heroes.
Heroes exist because people are not satisfied with
themselves or their circumstances. That dissatisfaction drives them to
grow, improve, and change the world.
some people keep friendships at a distance.
Some people don’t get too emotionally close to their
friends.
There are no regrets in life—only lessons.
Whatever luck I had, I made, earning it through
sweat and concentration.
March 26 E
Life teaches us the right path is rarely the easy one.
Move fast and break things. If you’re not breaking
things, you’re not moving fast enough.
Move ahead fast. Mistakes are part of success. ⭐
Failure teaches more than success.
He threw the ball back with a quick flick of the wrist.
(quick, light movement)
She flicked the dust off her collar. (hit or remove
something quickly)
At the flick of a switch, the lights came on. (sudden
action/turning)
I had a flick through the magazine. (quick look/skim)
We watched a new action flick last night. (movie)
They were in a situationship, never clearly
defining what they meant to each other. (undefined relationship)
He believed they were deeply in love, but it was just
a delusionship. (imagined relationship)
They texted all day but never met, stuck in a taxtationship.
(text-based relationship)
In work and in life, no matter how smart, talented, and
beautiful you are, you also have to be a good person.
Instead of studying, she was gallivanting around
with friends. (carefree wandering)
They gallivanted through the city, exploring
every corner. (moving around for fun) ⭐
Stop gallivanting and focus on your work.
(wasting time wandering)
He gave up comfort to follow his dreams. (left
an easy life) ⭐
Success often requires you to give up comfort.
True love means letting someone go if that
is what they truly want, even if it hurts you deeply.
They haven’t got wind of our plan. (find out
information, often before it is officially known)
No one has gotten wind of it. ⭐ (American English)
Don’t let them get wind of this. (Get wind of
something = Get to know something quietly or by chance.)
They haven’t got wind of us. (টের পাওয়া)
If no gas is available, an induction cooker will be
the only means to cook food. (way or method)
Education is a means to achieve success.
He lives within his means. ⭐ (within his financial limits)
They don’t have the means to afford a new
house. (money or financial resources)
Sometimes life is rusty and broken.
At times, life feels worn out, damaged,
or not going well.
She was completely unhelpful. ⭐
Junk food may tempt you to eat it, but avoid
it.
When parents solve every problem for their children, it can
make them less capable over time. Letting children handle their own
problems makes them emotionally strong and more confident. ⭐
He grew up being told he wasn’t good enough. ⭐
If Winter comes, can Spring be far behind?
After bad times, good times will come.
“To learn to succeed, you must first learn to fail.”
Success comes from learning through failures.
Mistakes teach you what works and what doesn’t.
They don’t have anything, but they have the balls /
courage that you lack.
Years of savings went up in smoke in one
bad investment. (being destroyed, wasted, or lost completely)⭐
His chances of getting the job went up in smoke after
the interview.
Her hopes of winning went up in smoke in
the final round.
The event turned into a fiasco due to poor
planning. (a complete failure, especially in a way that is embarrassing or
chaotic)⭐
The launch was a complete fiasco.
Make sure to keep everyone in the loop. (keep
someone informed and updated about what is happening)
He wasn’t kept in the loop, so he missed important
details.
I’ll keep you in the loop as things progress. (keep someone
informed) ⭐
Smartphones are rewriting childhood, making kids more
connected but less physically active.
It was a freak accident—no one could have
predicted it. (a very unusual and unexpected accident)
She survived a freak accident on the highway. ⭐
The discovery was a freak of nature.
(very unusual thing)
His talent was so rare that people thought he was a
freak. (extraordinary/unusual)
The sudden snowfall in summer was a freak event. (very
unusual occurrence)
That giant vegetable was a freak result of nature.
(rare outcome)
She refused to bow to pressure. (did not give
in)
He finally bowed to his parents’ wishes. (gave
in)
Never bow to fear. (don’t give in)
He smoked his opponent in the match. (beat
someone easily)
Our team got smoked yesterday. (lost badly)
She smoked everyone in the competition. (beat
someone easily)⭐
Right anger, at the right time and in the right way, is
rare.
The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of
your dreams.
Patience is a key element of success.
I prepare for the worst, but hope for the best.
vacation, he finally let out his inner child and
enjoyed every moment.
Don’t be so serious—let out your inner child sometimes.
You’ll never find rainbows if you’re looking down.
Stay positive to see good things in life.
Her childhood memories became the muse behind
her novel. (source of inspiration) ⭐
His failures became a muse that pushed
him to improve. (something or someone that gives you ideas or inspiration)
She followed her muse and created something
truly unique.
Follow your own muse, always. (do what inspires
you )
Try to soak in every lesson the teacher
explains. (absorb knowledge) ⭐
She stood quietly, soaking in the peaceful
atmosphere. (take in surroundings)
The warning was just a paper tiger and
didn’t scare anyone. (something or someone that appears powerful or threatening
but is actually weak)
Their warnings are just a paper tiger—no one
takes them seriously.
A degree is your foundation, but skills will be your
superpower.
The case is under adjudication in the
court. (the process of making a formal judgment or decision, especially in
legal matters)
Adjudication took several months to complete. (officially
deciding a case or dispute)
As ultra-processed food consumption is on the rise,
awareness should be spread about it.
In my house, nights stretch beyond dinner and spill
into talking to my mother before going to bed.
His success came against the backdrop of
many struggles. (circumstances/context)
The movie is set against the backdrop of rural life.
(setting/background)
Talent gives you a start, but effort takes you to
success.
Inspiration begins the journey, but hard work
finishes it.
He shut down emotionally after the breakup and stopped talking to everyone.
During arguments, she shuts down instead of
expressing her emotions. (doesn’t show feelings)
He learned to shut down his emotions to survive
tough situations. (suppressed feelings)
I am free and that is why I am lost.
Too much freedom can make you feel unsure about
life.
I am not afraid of failure because I believe I can learn
and improve. I am also not afraid of success, because success is better than
failure. What truly scares me is being average—living without growth, effort,
or purpose.
Change is hard at first, messy in the middle, and
gorgeous at the end.
“I CAN” is more important than IQ.
Small daily improvements over time lead to stunning
results.
Losers make excuses.
Winners Make Things Happen. 🏆
The best returns come from investing in
yourself.
Build yourself—that’s the investment that never
fails.
Leave something for someone, but don’t leave someone for
something. ✨
Give up things for people, but never give up people
for things.
Parents sometimes suspect wrongdoing by their children. ⭐
Parents may sometimes suspect their child of wrongdoing.
To be successful, you have to have your heart in your
business and your business in your heart.
There are many things I regret not letting go of
sooner in life.
I wish I had learned to let go of things earlier
in life.
You need to let go of the past. ⭐
She finally let go of her anger.
It’s hard to let go of someone you love.
Sometimes, in holding on to something or someone so tightly,
you unknowingly keep yourself from the good things
meant for you.
It’s never too late – never too late to start over, never
too late to be happy.
No teacher can teach experience—it must be lived. ⭐
No matter how big or successful you become, you should never
forget to respect others, because respect always comes back to
you.
Work on something you truly like, and it
will bring you happiness.
No salary is too small—it all depends on how you choose
to live your life. ⭐
Money isn’t the measure—it’s your mindset about life that
matters.
Money is a measure of success.
True victory lies not in striking back, but in rising
higher.
Doing nothing can feel stressful.
Just because I disagree with you does not mean that
I hate you.
No breakthrough will come to you; you have to step out
and take action.
Thinking of my parents’ sacrifices keeps me from
giving in to difficulties in pursuing my dreams.
Everyone is going to hurt you. You just have to
find the ones worth suffering for.
Everyone will hurt you, but some people are worth
the pain.
No desire to win means no chance to succeed.
He walked up to me and said hello. (go
close to someone by walking)
She walked up to the teacher to ask a
question.
She walked up to the stage confidently.
I walked up to the counter to order food.
He walked up to the terrace to get some fresh
air.
The cat was sitting on a window ledge. (a
narrow, horizontal, shelf-like projection extending from a vertical surface,
such as a cliff, wall, or rocky ridge)
He stood on the narrow ledge of the
building. (কার্নিস)
The bird landed on the ledge outside my
room. ⭐
He sauntered into the room as if he had
all the time in the world. (walk slowly and casually)
She sauntered along the beach, enjoying the
breeze. (walk slowly and in a relaxed way, without any hurry)
He sauntered down the street without a care.
The two friends can’t be parted—they are always
together. (not able to be separated)⭐
They loved each other so much that they couldn’t be
parted. (always together /M strongly connected)
Models walked down the runway confidently.
(a stage for fashion shows)
The designer presented new outfits on the runway.
The bike has chrome parts that shine
brightly. (a shiny, silver-colored metal (chromium) used for coating)⭐
The car’s chrome finish looks attractive. (a shiny metal
surface)
They were struck by the creativity of the
artwork. (😮 Impressed)
I was struck by how calm she remained in
such a situation.
Visitors are often struck by the charm of the old
city. (মুগ্ধ
হওয়া)
He was struck by a sudden illness. (affected /
hit)
The city was struck by a powerful storm. (sudden
impact)
It’s hard to be humble when someone becomes wealthy and
powerful.
Some people, when they become wealthy, start believing they
own the universe.
Always forgive your enemies—nothing annoys them so much.
Nothing frustrates me more than dishonesty.
Nothing frustrates me more than not being
understood.
The train started / moved slowly at first and
then picked up speed.
What we know is a drop; what we don’t know is an ocean.
The more you trust your intuition, the more empowered you
become, the stronger you become, and the happier you become.
The strongest are not those who appear mighty, but those
who endure unseen battles with unwavering faith.
Keep your temper—nobody else wants it.
💬 Keep your temper to yourself.
She sat in the library, lost in the bibliosmia of
old books. (👉 পুরোনো বইয়ের গন্ধ)
His love for reading began with the bibliosmia of
his grandfather’s collection. (Bibliosmia – the pleasant smell or aroma of
books, especially old ones.)
My past successes gave me the courage to begin
again.
Come get me now. (এখনই এসে আমাকে নিয়ে যাও / আমাকে নিতে
আসো)
The movie is over — come get me now.
Repeated actions create excellence.
You become excellent by what you practice daily,
not by what you do occasionally.
Success is not how high you have climbed, but how
you make a positive difference to the world.
The company’s promises were just smoke and mirrors.
(something that is meant to deceive or mislead people by hiding the
truth—creating an illusion/ ধোঁকা)
His explanation sounded like smoke and mirrors to
avoid the real issue.
Peace does exist. It exists in your heart and soul.
True peace comes from your inner feelings,
thoughts, and mindset.
successful people don’t quit when they fail. They keep trying, practicing, and improving until they succeed.
Watch your step on the road—don’t step into dirt.
Some people are born into families where they
inherit wealth.
Living with foreigners for so long, his behavior has
become like theirs / he has adopted their behavior /
he has made his behavior like theirs / he has picked
up foreign manners from living with them / it has influenced
his behavior.
The rise of technology has sounded the death knell for
many traditional jobs. (a sign that something is about to end or fail)
His careless mistake was the death knell of all his hard
work. (শেষের
কারণ / beginning of the end)
Lack of unity within the group rang
the death knell for their mission.
He went into the exam rawdog. (something
without preparation, support, or any help)
He rawdogged the interview without any
preparation. (কোনো
প্রস্তুতি ছাড়া)
I went into the meeting rawdog, without even
reading the agenda. (without preparation, unprepared)
Don’t worry about the meeting—we’ll wing it.
(manage without preparation / সামলে নেব)
He forgot his lines but managed to wing it. (improvise
without preparation)
You’re well prepared—you’ll nail it in the
exam. (do it perfectly)
Go out there and smash it in your
presentation. (do it extremely well)
She’s going to crush it in the competition.
(perform amazingly)
He always kills it on stage. (do an
outstanding job)
Walk in with confidence and rock it. (do it
with confidence and style)
It’s your big day—go crush it. (encouragement
to do very well)
Punchy Phrases:
Nail it. ✅
👉 (Do it perfectly)
Smash it. 💥
👉 (Do it extremely well)
Crush it. 🔥
👉 (Perform amazingly)
Kill it. 😎
👉 (Do an outstanding job)
Rock it. 🎸
👉 (Do it with confidence
and style)
Go crush it.
👉 (Encouragement)
We are not just what we know, but what we are willing
to learn.
Everything that happens helps you grow, even if it’s hard
to see right now.
You don’t need anyone else’s permission to listen to your
intuition.
Endings often create beginnings to wonderful
journeys.
Breathe in the future, breathe out the past.
No matter where you are or what you’re going through,
believe that if something is meant for you, it will happen —
or it will show you what to do next.
You are like a beacon of light that comes to your loved
ones when their lives feel dark.
He crashed the party without telling anyone.
(came without invitation)
They crashed our meeting unexpectedly. (joined
without invitation)
Don’t crash the wedding—it’s invite-only. (don’t come
without invitation)
You are in the good books of God. (favored by
God)
He worked hard to stay in his boss’s good books. (be liked
by his boss)
She is always polite, so she stays in everyone’s
good books. (liked by everyone)
I brought flowers to get into my teacher’s good
books. (gain favor)
He apologized quickly to get back into her good
books. (regain favor)
If you follow the rules, you’ll remain in the good
books of your parents. (be approved by)
He donated generously and got into the good books of
the community. (earned respect/favor)
Don’t outsource your brain to AI—it will kill
critical thinking and creativity.
The caterpillar does all the work, but the butterfly gets
all the publicity.
Hard work is often invisible,
but success is always celebrated.
He raised a stink when he was charged extra
for no reason. (Raise a stink – To complain loudly or make a big, angry fuss
about something / complained loudly)
She raised a stink about the poor quality of
the product. (made a big fuss)
Parents raised a stink over the sudden increase in
school fees. (strongly protested)
Karma is the sum / result / total of our actions.
They were turfed out of the house for not
paying rent. (force someone to leave a place, often roughly or suddenly, forced
to leave)
The manager turfed out the troublemakers from
the club. (kicked out)
He was turfed out of the meeting after
causing a scene. (removed forcefully)
If you remember me, I don’t care if everyone else
forgets.
One special person’s love is worth more than everyone
else’s.
I believe there’s an inner power that makes winners or
losers. And the winners are the ones who really listen to the truth of their
hearts.
Some boys choose to follow girls, and some
boys choose to follow their dreams. If you’re wondering which way
to go, remember that your career will never wake up and tell you that
it doesn’t love you anymore.
Chase your dreams, not temporary distractions.
Even if you cannot change all the people around you, you
can change the people you choose to be around.
The best way to make your dreams come true is to wake
up.
Dreams don’t come true by wishing—you have to wake up
and work for them.
What can’t money do?
Is there anything money can’t do?
No sooner said than done. (যেমনি বলা অমনি কাজ)