effect

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to forget

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health

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to learn

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lightning

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quiet

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supply

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sweet

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cause

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to demand

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to forgive

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forwards

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to live

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peace

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safety

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short

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thunder

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The origin of the phrase "sick and tired" can be traced back to the 16th century. The word "sick" in this context means weary or fed up, while "tired" means exhausted or fatigued. This idiom is used in various contexts to express profound frustration or weariness with a particular situation, person, or ongoing circumstances. This idiomatic expression is commonly used in personal conversations, informal settings, and even in written or spoken expressions of discontent.

What is the origin of the idiom "sick and tired" and when to use it?

sick and tired

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The idiom "bits and pieces" is a common idiom that likely originated from the natural human tendency to use the words "bits" and "pieces" to describe small, fragmented, or scattered items or fragments. This expression is often used when discussing various components or fragments without specifying each individual one, conveying the idea of a mixture of small things.

What is the origin of the idiom "bits and pieces" and when to use it?

bits and pieces

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now and again

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to wait and see

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by and large

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law and order

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The idiom "safe and sound" has its origin in Middle English. This phrase is often used to express relief or reassurance after a potentially risky or dangerous situation, such as returning home from a journey or finding something or someone thought to be lost. It can also be used metaphorically to convey emotional well-being or security.

What is the origin of the idiom "safe and sound" and when to use it?

safe and sound

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The idiom "touch and go" has maritime origins, dating back to the early days of sailing. It referred to a situation where a ship's keel barely touched the sea bottom, allowing it to continue its voyage without running aground. The "touch" referred to this brief contact with the seabed, and "go" indicated that the ship could continue its journey. This idiomatic expression is used to describe a situation that is precarious, uncertain, or risky, often implying that the outcome is unpredictable and could swing in either direction.

What is the origin of the idiom "touch and go" and when to use it?

touch and go

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backward

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Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 10B in the English File Upper Intermediate coursebook, such as "demand", "thunder", "effect", etc.

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