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cost of living
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cosmopolitan
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infrastructure
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mild
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freedom
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healthcare
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standard of living
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monument
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crime rate
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unemployment
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congestion
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pollution
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racial
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no-go area
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nightlife
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off the beaten track
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unspoiled
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diverse
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tranquil
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side by side
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vast
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rundown
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stunning
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packed
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bustling
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to catch on
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to turn up
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to get by
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to fit in
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to do up
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to fill in
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hold up
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to carry out
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to come across
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to take to
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to see to
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to get through
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to come up with
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to keep up
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to come down to
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to get away
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to take off
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to pay back
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to look after
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to catch up
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to stay on
cost of living
phrase
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/kˈɔst ʌv lˈɪvɪŋ/
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the amount of money required to maintain basic needs and expenses in a particular place or location

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Cities with a high cost of living often offer higher salaries to compensate.
The rising cost of living has made it harder for families to save money.
cosmopolitan
Adjective
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m
m
o
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p
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ɑ
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a
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n

including a wide range of people with different nationalities and cultures

provincial
infrastructure
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n
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ɜ
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e

the basic physical structures and systems that support and enable the functioning of a society or organization, such as roads and bridges

mild
mild
Adjective
m
m
i
l
l
d
d

(of weather) pleasantly warm and less cold than expected

freedom
freedom
noun
f
f
r
r
ee
i
d
d
o
ə
m
m

the right to act, say, or think as one desires without being stopped, controlled, or restricted

healthcare
healthcare
noun
h
h
ea
ɛ
l
l
th
θ
c
k
a
ɛ
r
r
e

the health services and treatments given to people

What is "healthcare"?

Healthcare refers to the services and practices aimed at maintaining or improving people's health. It includes a wide range of activities, such as medical treatments, preventive care, diagnosis, and health education. Healthcare can be provided by doctors, nurses, therapists, and other medical professionals in various settings, including hospitals and clinics. The goal of healthcare is to ensure individuals receive the care they need to stay healthy, manage illnesses, and recover from health issues.

standard of living
phrase
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/stˈændɚd ʌv lˈɪvɪŋ/

the level of wealth, welfare, comfort, and necessities available to an individual, group, country, etc.

monument
noun
m
m
o
ɑ
n
n
u
j
ə
m
m
e
ə
n
n
t
t

a structure built in honor of a public figure or a special event

What is a "monument"?

A monument is a structure or statue built to honor or remember a person, event, or idea. Monuments can be found in public places and are often made from materials like stone, metal, or concrete. They are designed to stand the test of time, serving as a symbol of significance or historical importance. Monuments can vary in size and shape, from small plaques to large sculptures or buildings. They help preserve memories and educate future generations about important moments or individuals in history.

crime rate
noun
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/kɹˈaɪm ɹˈeɪt/

the number or frequency of criminal offenses that occur within a specific population or geographic area over a particular period of time, often expressed as a ratio or percentage

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unemployment
unemployment
noun
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n
n
e
ɪ
m
m
p
p
l
l
o
ɔ
y
ɪ
m
m
e
ə
n
n
t
t

the state of being without a job

employment
congestion
congestion
noun
c
k
o
ə
n
n
g
ʤ
e
ɛ
s
s
t
ʧ
io
ə
n
n

a state of being overcrowded or blocked, particularly in a street or road

pollution
pollution
noun
p
p
o
ə
ll
l
u
u
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n

a change in water, air, etc. that makes it harmful or dangerous

racial
Adjective
r
r
a
c
ʃ
ia
ə
l
l

related to the way humankind is sometimes divided into, which is based on physical attributes or shared ancestry

no-go area
noun
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/nˈoʊɡˌoʊ ˈɛɹiə/
Idiom

a potentially dangerous area that people are not allowed to go in

What is the origin of the idiom "no-go area" and when to use it?

The idiom "no-go area" has its origins in the realm of military and aviation in World War II. It originally referred to areas or zones that were restricted or prohibited for entry, typically due to safety or security concerns, then it went on to describe areas where aircraft were not allowed to fly. It has been extended to describe areas in various contexts where entry or activities are considered dangerous, prohibited, or unsafe.

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compound noun
nightlife
nightlife
noun
n
n
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gh
t
t
l
l
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f
f
e

the social activities and entertainment options that take place after dark, typically involving bars, clubs, live music, and other forms of entertainment

off the beaten (track|path|route)
off the beaten track
phrase
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/ˈɔf ðə bˈiːʔn̩ tɹˈæk pˈæθ/
Idiom
Informal

in a place that is very far from where people usually go to

What is the origin of the idiom "off the beaten track" and when to use it?

The idiom "off the beaten track" originated from the idea of leaving the well-trodden, established routes or paths and venturing into less explored or unfamiliar territory. It has been used since at least the early 20th century and is often associated with adventure, exploration, and seeking new experiences. This expression is used to describe a location or situation that is not commonly visited or well-known to the general public.

unspoiled
Adjective
u
ə
n
n
s
s
p
p
oi
ɔɪ
l
l
e
d
d

remaining fresh, pure, and unharmed, without any signs of decay or damage

diverse
diverse
Adjective
d
d
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v
v
e
ɜ
r
r
s
s
e

showing a variety of distinct types or qualities

tranquil
tranquil
Adjective
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t
r
r
a
æ
n
n
q
k
u
w
i
ə
l
l

feeling calm and peaceful, without any disturbances or things that might be upsetting

side by side
Adjective
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/sˈaɪd baɪ sˈaɪd/

describing two or more things that are positioned next to each other

vast
vast
Adjective
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æ
s
s
t
t

extremely great in extent, size, or area

rundown
Adjective
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n
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a
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(of a place or building) in a very poor condition, often due to negligence

stunning
stunning
Adjective
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t
u
ʌ
nn
n
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ɪ
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n
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Approving

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

packed
Adjective
p
p
a
æ
ck
k
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d
t

densely filled or crowded with people or things

bustling
Adjective
b
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ə
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s
ə
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l
l
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ɪ
n
n
g
g

(of a place or environment) full of activity, energy, and excitement, often with a lot of people moving around and engaged in various tasks or social interactions

to catch on
Verb
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/kˈætʃ ˈɑːn/

(of a concept, trend, or idea) to become popular

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Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
catch
phrase's particle
on
to turn up
Verb
uk flag
/ˈtɝn ˈʌp/

to arrive at a location or event, often unexpectedly and without prior notice

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intransitive
Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
turn
phrase's particle
up
to get by
to get by
Verb
uk flag
/ɡɛt bˈaɪ/

to be capable of living or doing something using the available resources, knowledge, money, etc.

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intransitive
Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
get
phrase's particle
by
to fit in
to fit in
Verb
uk flag
/fˈɪt ˈɪn/

to be socially fit for or belong within a particular group or environment

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intransitive
Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
fit
phrase's particle
in
to do up
to do up
Verb
uk flag
/dˈuː ˈʌp/

to make oneself look neat or stylish, especially by dressing up or putting on makeup

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transitive
Phrasal Status
separable
phrase's verb
do
phrase's particle
up
to fill in
to fill in
Verb
uk flag
/fˈɪl ˈɪn/

to write all the information that is needed in a form

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transitive
Phrasal Status
separable
phrase's verb
fill
phrase's particle
in
hold up
sentence
uk flag
/hˈoʊld ˈʌp/

used to ask someone to wait or momentarily stop what they are doing

to carry out
to carry out
Verb
uk flag
/ˈkæri ˈaʊt/

to complete or conduct a task, job, etc.

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transitive
Phrasal Status
separable
phrase's verb
carry
phrase's particle
out
to come across
to come across
Verb
uk flag
/kˈʌm əkɹˈɑːs/

to discover, meet, or find someone or something by accident

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transitive
Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
come
phrase's particle
across
to take to
to take to
Verb
uk flag
/tˈeɪk tuː/

to start to like someone or something

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Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
take
phrase's particle
to
to see to
to see to
Verb
uk flag
/sˈiː tuː/

to attend to a specific task or responsibility

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transitive
Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
see
phrase's particle
to
to get through
to get through
Verb
uk flag
/ɡɛt θɹˈuː/

to succeed in passing or enduring a difficult experience or period

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transitive
Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
get
phrase's particle
through
to come up with
to come up with
Verb
uk flag
/kˈʌm ˈʌp wɪð/

to create something, usually an idea, a solution, or a plan, through one's own efforts or thinking

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transitive
Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
come
phrase's particle
up with
to keep up
Verb
uk flag
/kˈiːp ˈʌp/

to stay knowledgeable and informed about current events or developments in a specific field or area of interest

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Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
keep
phrase's particle
up
to come down to
Verb
uk flag
/kˈʌm dˈaʊn tuː/

to be the most important factor in a situation

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Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
come
phrase's particle
down to
to get away
to get away
Verb
uk flag
/ɡɛt ɐwˈeɪ/

to escape from someone or somewhere

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Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
get
phrase's particle
away
to take off
to take off
Verb
uk flag
/teɪk ɑːf/

to leave a surface and begin flying

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intransitive
Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
take
phrase's particle
off
to pay back
to pay back
Verb
uk flag
/pˈeɪ bˈæk/

to return an amount of money that was borrowed

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transitive
Phrasal Status
separable
phrase's verb
pay
phrase's particle
back
to look after
to look after
Verb
uk flag
/lˈʊk ˈæftɚ/

to take care of someone or something and attend to their needs, well-being, or safety

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transitive
Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
look
phrase's particle
after
to catch up
Verb
uk flag
/kˈætʃ ˈʌp/

to reach the same level or status as someone or something else, especially after falling behind

Grammatical Information:

intransitive
Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
catch
phrase's particle
up
to stay on
to stay on
Verb
uk flag
/stˈeɪ ˈɑːn/

to remain in a specific place, job, or program for a longer period

Grammatical Information:

Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
stay
phrase's particle
on

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