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Lumabas
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to plot
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outcry
3-
revelation
4-
scandal
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political
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conspiracy
7-
conspiracy theory
8-
cover-up
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to expose
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libel
11-
slander
12-
to accuse
13-
to pay out
14-
reputation
15-
to emerge
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to hack
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to secure
18-
scoop
19-
to listen in
20-
to settle
21-
lawsuit
22-
to obtain
23-
inside information
24-
to face
25-
allegation
26-
to hamper
27-
inquiry
28-
to issue
29-
apology
30-
agreement
31-
approval
32-
to accede to
33-
to concur
34-
to condone
35-
to acquiesce
36-
to assent
37-
to comply
38-
to endorse
39-
euphemism
40-
to expect
41-
economically
42-
disadvantaged
43-
thin on top
44-
to let go
45-
misinformation
46-
pre-owned
47-
restroom
48-
spin doctor
49-
political correctness
50-
champagne socialist
51-
hot potato
52-
to get on one's soapbox
53-
friends in high places
54-
to authorize
55-
to play politics
56-
to climb the greasy pole
to plot
to plot
Pandiwa
p
p
l
l
o
ɑ
t
t
(manghuthot)

(manghuthot)

magplano

to secretly make a plan to harm someone or do something illegal

example
Halimbawa
Click on words
The group of conspirators plotted to sabotage the competitor's business by spreading false rumors.
The criminals were arrested before they could fully plot their scheme.

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
outcry
Pangngalan
o
a
u
ʊ
t
t
c
k
r
r
y
(pagsalungat)

(pagsalungat)

sigaw

a loud, sustained noise or shout of disapproval, protest, or outrage

revelation
Pangngalan
r
r
e
ɛ
v
v
e
ə
l
l
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
(pagbubunyag)

(pagbubunyag)

pahayag

the act of making something known or revealed, particularly something surprising or previously unknown

scandal
Pangngalan
s
s
c
k
a
æ
n
n
d
d
a
ə
l
l
(buhay-sino)

(buhay-sino)

iskandalo

harmful and sensational gossip about someone's private life, often designed to shame or discredit them in public

political
political
pang-uri
p
p
o
ə
l
l
i
ɪ
t
t
i
ɪ
c
k
a
ə
l
l
(politikal)

(politikal)

pampulitika

related to or involving the governance of a country or territory

nonpolitical
conspiracy
Pangngalan
c
k
o
ə
n
n
s
s
p
p
i
ɪ
r
r
a
ə
c
s
y
i
(sabwatang nagkasunduan)

(sabwatang nagkasunduan)

sangkot

a plan which is a secret and made by a group of people to do something illegal or to kill someone

conspiracy theory
Pangngalan
uk flag
/kənspɪɹəsi θiəɹi/
(teorya ng sabwatan o balak)

(teorya ng sabwatan o balak)

teorya ng sabwatan

a belief or explanation that suggests a secret group or organization is responsible for an event, often involving illegal or dishonest activities

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tambalang Pangngalan
cover-up
Pangngalan
uk flag
/ˈkəvɝˌəp/
(pangangalaga)

(pangangalaga)

pagtatakip

an attempt to conceal something, often an illegal or unethical action or situation

to expose
to expose
Pandiwa
e
ɪ
x
ks
p
p
o
s
z
e
(is expose)

(is expose)

ilantad

to put someone or something in a position in which they are vulnerable or are at risk

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
libel
Pangngalan
l
l
i
b
b
e
ə
l
l
(libelo)

(libelo)

paninirang-puri

a published false statement that damages a person's reputation

slander
Pangngalan
s
s
l
l
a
æ
n
n
d
d
e
ɜ
r
r
(salacious na pahayag)

(salacious na pahayag)

paninirang-puri

a false and malicious statement made about someone with the intent to harm their reputation or character

to accuse
to accuse
Pandiwa
a
ə
cc
k
u
ju
s
z
e
(akusahan)

(akusahan)

magsampa ng kaso

to say that a person or group has done something wrong

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
to pay out
to pay out
Pandiwa
uk flag
/pˈeɪ ˈaʊt/
(magbigay ng bayad)

(magbigay ng bayad)

magbayad

to distribute money or funds, usually as a payment for something or as compensation for a loss or damage

reputation
Pangngalan
r
r
e
ɛ
p
p
u
j
ə
t
t
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
(katanyagan)

(katanyagan)

reputasyon

the state in which a person or an organization is highly respected and esteemed by others

disrepute
to emerge
Pandiwa
e
i
m
m
e
ɜ
r
r
g
ʤ
e
(sumibol)

(sumibol)

lumitaw

to become apparent after a period of development, transformation, or investigation

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Walang Layon
to hack
to hack
Pandiwa
h
h
a
æ
ck
k
(mang-hack)

(mang-hack)

humack

(computing) to illegally access a computer system, network, or online account in order to find, use, or change the information it contains

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
to secure
Pandiwa
s
s
e
ɪ
c
k
u
r
r
e
(makuha)

(makuha)

makamit

to reach or gain a particular thing, typically requiring significant amount of effort

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
scoop
Pangngalan
s
s
c
k
oo
u
p
p
(balita)

(balita)

scoop

a piece of news reported by a news agency sooner than other media channels or newspapers

What is a "scoop"?

A scoop is a news story that is reported before others, giving a particular news outlet or journalist exclusive coverage of an event or topic. It is often considered a significant achievement in journalism, as it provides the public with information that has not yet been widely reported. A scoop can involve breaking news, uncovering hidden facts, or offering a unique perspective on an issue. Journalists and media organizations compete to secure scoops, as they can attract attention, increase credibility, and enhance the reputation of the reporters and the publication.

to listen in
to listen in
Pandiwa
uk flag
/lˈɪsən ˈɪn/
(makinig sa)

(makinig sa)

manggawain

to listen to a conversation or communication without participating

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Walang Layon
Katayuang Parirala
inseparable
pandiwa ng parirala
listen
bahagi ng parirala
in
to settle
Pandiwa
s
s
e
ɛ
tt
t
ə
l
l
e
(ayusin)

(ayusin)

isara

to resolve a legal dispute decisively or definitively, often in order to bring an end to it

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
lawsuit
Pangngalan
l
l
a
ɔ
w
s
s
ui
u
t
t
(kaso)

(kaso)

sampang sibil

a complaint or claim that someone brings to a law court for settlement

to obtain
to obtain
Pandiwa
o
ə
b
b
t
t
ai
n
n
(makuha)

(makuha)

makuha

to get something, often with difficulty

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
inside information
Pangngalan
uk flag
/ɪnsˈaɪd ˌɪnfɚmˈeɪʃən/
(loob na impormasyon)

(loob na impormasyon)

impormasyon sa loob

information that is not yet publicly available, and is known only to a select group of people

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tambalang Pangngalan
to face
to face
Pandiwa
f
f
a
c
s
e
(sukatin)

(sukatin)

harapin

to deal with a given situation, especially an unpleasant one

avoid

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
allegation
Pangngalan
a
æ
ll
l
e
ə
g
g
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
(pagsasakdal)

(pagsasakdal)

pag-uusig

an assertion of fact made by one party in a legal proceeding, which is not yet proved

to hamper
to hamper
Pandiwa
h
h
a
æ
m
m
p
p
e
ɜ
r
r
(pahirapan)

(pahirapan)

hadlangan

to prevent something from moving or progressing

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
inquiry
Pangngalan
i
ɪ
n
n
q
k
u
w
i
r
r
y
i
(pagtatanong)

(pagtatanong)

pagsisiyasat

the process of seeking information or knowledge through investigation, exploration, or analysis

to issue
to issue
Pandiwa
i
ɪ
ss
ʃ
ue
u
(maglabas)

(maglabas)

ilabas

to make available for sale or distribution to the public

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
apology
apology
Pangngalan
a
ə
p
p
o
ɑ
l
l
o
ə
g
ʤ
y
i
(pagsisisi)

(pagsisisi)

paghingi ng tawad

something that a person says or writes that shows they regret what they did to someone

agreement
agreement
Pangngalan
a
ə
g
g
r
r
ee
i:
m
m
e
ə
n
n
t
t
(kasunduan sa pag-upa)

(kasunduan sa pag-upa)

kasunduan

a promise, an arrangement, or a contract between two or more people

approval
Pangngalan
a
ə
pp
p
r
r
o
u
v
v
a
ə
l
l
(pag-apruba)

(pag-apruba)

pagsang-ayon

a formal agreement to something

disapproval
to accede to
to accede to
Pandiwa
uk flag
/ɐksˈiːd tuː/
(pumayag sa)

(pumayag sa)

sumunod sa

to agree to a request, proposal, or demand

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Katayuang Parirala
inseparable
pandiwa ng parirala
accede
bahagi ng parirala
to
to concur
to concur
Pandiwa
c
k
o
ə
n
n
c
k
u
ɜ
r
r
(kasang-ayon)

(kasang-ayon)

sumasang-ayon

to express agreement with a particular opinion, statement, action, etc.

disagree

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Walang Layon
to condone
to condone
Pandiwa
c
k
o
ə
n
n
d
d
o
n
n
e
(patawarin)

(patawarin)

tanggapin

to accept or forgive something that is commonly believed to be wrong

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
to acquiesce
Pandiwa
a
æ
c
k
q
u
w
ie
s
s
c
e
(tumanggap na walang pagtutol)

(tumanggap na walang pagtutol)

sumang-ayon

to reluctantly accept something without protest

dissent
to assent
to assent
Pandiwa
a
ə
ss
s
e
ɛ
n
n
t
t
(umayon)

(umayon)

sumang-ayon

to agree to something, such as a suggestion, request, etc.

dissent

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Walang Layon
to comply
to comply
Pandiwa
c
k
o
ə
m
m
p
p
l
l
y
(tumugon)

(tumugon)

sumunod

to act in accordance with rules, regulations, or requests

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Walang Layon
to endorse
to endorse
Pandiwa
e
ɛ
n
n
d
d
o
ɔ
r
r
s
s
e
(tangkilik)

(tangkilik)

suportahan

to publicly state that one supports or approves someone or something

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
euphemism
euphemism
Pangngalan
eu
ju
ph
f
e
ə
m
m
i
ɪ
s
z
ə
m
m
(pambungad na salita)

(pambungad na salita)

mas malambot na salita

a word or expression that is used instead of a harsh or insulting one in order to be more tactful and polite

dysphemism
What is a "euphemism"?

A euphemism is a word or phrase used to replace a term that may be considered harsh, unpleasant, or offensive. It aims to soften the impact of the original term and make it more acceptable in conversation. For example, instead of saying "die," one might say "pass away." Euphemisms are often used in sensitive topics such as death, bodily functions, or discomforting situations. While they can help to convey a message in a gentler way, they may also obscure the truth or make communication less direct.

to expect
Pandiwa
e
ɪ
x
ks
p
p
e
ɛ
c
k
t
t
(umasa)

(umasa)

asahan

to think or believe that it is possible for something to happen or for someone to do something

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
economically
pang-abay
e
ɛ
c
k
o
ə
n
n
o
ɑ
m
m
i
ɪ
c
k
a
ll
l
y
i
(sa usaping pang-ekonomiya)

(sa usaping pang-ekonomiya)

sa larangan ng ekonomiya

in a way that is related to economics

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Pang-abay na Patanong
disadvantaged
disadvantaged
pang-uri
d
d
i
ɪ
s
s
a
ə
d
d
v
v
a
æ
n
n
t
a
ɪ
g
ʤ
e
d
d
(nasa mahirap na kalagayan)

(nasa mahirap na kalagayan)

napag-iwanan

(of a person or area) facing challenging circumstances, especially financially or socially

thin on top
Parirala
uk flag
/θˈɪn ˌɑːn tˈɑːp/
N/A

N/A

Idiom
Informal

having less hair, particularly on the upper part of the head, often leading to baldness

What is the origin of the idiom "thin on top" and when to use it?

The idiom "thin on top" is derived from the observation that individuals who experience hair loss or a receding hairline tend to have less hair specifically on the top of their heads. It is typically used to describe someone who has a noticeable reduction in hair density on the crown or upper portion of their head. This phrase is often used in a descriptive or observational manner and is commonly associated with aging or male pattern baldness.

to let go
to let go
Pandiwa
uk flag
/lˈɛt ɡˈoʊ/
(tanggalin)

(tanggalin)

pawisan

to dismiss someone from their job or employment, often due to poor performance or misconduct

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
misinformation
Pangngalan
m
m
i
ɪ
s
s
i
ɪ
n
n
f
f
o
ɜ
r
r
m
m
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
(kasinungalingan)

(kasinungalingan)

maling impormasyon

false or inaccurate information that is spread or communicated, often with the intention of deceiving or misleading others

pre-owned
pang-uri
uk flag
/pɹˈiːˈoʊnd/
(dating pagmamay-ari)

(dating pagmamay-ari)

nagamit na

previously owned or used by someone else before being sold or resold, often in reference to goods such as cars, electronics, or clothing

restroom
restroom
Pangngalan
r
r
e
ɛ
s
s
t
t
r
r
oo
u
m
m
(palikuran)

(palikuran)

banyo

a room in a public place with a toilet in it

spin doctor
spin doctor
Pangngalan
uk flag
/spˈɪn dˈɑːktɚ/
(tagapagsalita o tagapagtanggol ng imahe)

(tagapagsalita o tagapagtanggol ng imahe)

espesyalista sa pampulitikang pananaw

Idiom

a person or group of people who are often employed by politicians, public figures, or the government in order to shape the public opinion in their favor

What is the origin of the idiom "spin doctor" and when to use it?

The idiom "spin doctor" is believed to have originated in the United States and its origins can be traced back to the field of public relations and the world of politics. It gained prominence in the late 1980s and early 1990s. It is used when discussing individuals or professionals who strategically manage information and communication to shape public opinion.

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tambalang Pangngalan
political correctness
Pangngalan
uk flag
/pəlˈɪɾɪkəl kɚɹˈɛktnəs/
(politikal na katumpakan)

(politikal na katumpakan)

politikal na wastong asal

the use of language, behavior, or policies that are intended to avoid offense or discrimination towards certain groups of people

political incorrectness

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tambalang Pangngalan
champagne socialist
Pangngalan
uk flag
/ʃæmpˈeɪn sˈoʊʃəlˌɪst/
(sosyalistang mayaman)

(sosyalistang mayaman)

sosyalistang champagne

used to describe a person who advocates for socialist policies but is perceived to live a luxurious or privileged lifestyle

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tambalang Pangngalan
hot potato
Pangngalan
uk flag
/hˈɑːt pətˈeɪɾoʊ/
(mainit na paksa)

(mainit na paksa)

mabigat na isyu

Idiom
Informal

a difficult or controversial issue or topic that is uncomfortable or risky to handle

What is the origin of the idiom "hot potato" and when to use it?

The idiom "hot potato" originated from the literal situation of a potato being hot and difficult to handle. It has evolved to describe any controversial, sensitive, or challenging issue or topic that is passed or transferred quickly from one person or group to another due to its complexity or potential for difficulty. The phrase is commonly used to emphasize the uncomfortable nature of dealing with a particular matter, often highlighting the desire of individuals or entities to avoid responsibility for it.

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tambalang Pangngalan
to get on one's soapbox
Parirala
uk flag
/ɡɛt ˌɑːn wˈʌnz sˈoʊpbɑːks/
N/A

N/A

to express one's strong opinions or beliefs publicly and forcefully, often in a long and impassioned speech

friends in high places
friends in high places
Parirala
uk flag
/fɹˈɛndz ɪn hˈaɪ plˈeɪsᵻz/
N/A

N/A

Idiom

one's acquaintances who possess great influence and are willing to help one get out of trouble or achieve what one desires

What is the origin of the idiom "friends in high places" and when to use it?

The origin of this idiom is thought to have originated in the Middle Ages. At that time, the nobility and clergy held a great deal of power, and people who had connections to them were able to succeed in life. The phrase "get ahead" means to make progress or achieve success. In this context, it refers to the ability of people with connections to the nobility and clergy to succeed in life. This is because these people had access to resources and opportunities that were not available to the general population.

to authorize
to authorize
Pandiwa
au
ɔ
th
θ
o
ɜ
r
r
i
z
z
e
(pagpahintulot)

(pagpahintulot)

pahintulutan

to officially give permission for a specific action, process, etc.

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
to play politics
Parirala
uk flag
/plˈeɪ pˈɑːlətˌɪks/
N/A

N/A

to engage in activities or behaviors that are intended to gain or maintain power or advantage within a group or organization

to climb the greasy pole
Parirala
uk flag
/klˈaɪm ðə ɡɹˈiːzi pˈoʊl/
N/A

N/A

to advance in one's career or social status by using unfair or dishonest methods, often while competing with others who have similar goals

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