IDIOMS and PHRASES Anglo
IDIOMS and PHRASES Anglo

Author: Roshan Tolani

Publisher: Arihant Publications India limited

Published: 2019-06-04

Total Pages: 333

ISBN-13: 931316020X

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This book presents and practices over 2000 of the most useful and frequent idioms in typical contexts which are used in all forms of language be it informal and formal, spoken and written. Understanding and appropriate use of idioms and phrases greatly enhances the learner's language skills. The completely revised and updated edition of this reference and practice book looks at the most colourful and fun area of vocabulary – Idioms & Phrases. This book will appeal to students from intermediate level and the aspirants of various National and International Competitive & Recruitment Examinations, as well who want to understand the English really used by native speakers. Over 2,000 of the most useful and frequent idioms which learners are likely to encounter are presented and practiced in typical contexts, so that learners using this book will have hundreds of idioms 'at their fingertips'. It includes clear and precise meanings of traditional idioms and phrases, idiomatic compounds, similes and comparisons, and select saying and clichés. Moreover, these words are supplemented with illustrative meaningful sentences, 6000+ questions based on the latest pattern of competitive exams and Previous Years’ Questions asked till 2018.

McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Idoms and Phrasal Verbs
McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Idoms and Phrasal Verbs

Author: Richard A. Spears

Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional

Published: 2006-02-03

Total Pages: 1100

ISBN-13: 0071486852

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Learn the language of Nebraska . . .and 49 other states With more entries than any other reference of its kind,McGraw-Hill’s Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs shows you how American English is spoken today. You will find commonly used phrasal verbs, idiomatic expressions, proverbial expressions, and clichés. The dictionary contains more than 24,000 entries, each defined and followed by one or two example sentences. It also includes a Phrase-Finder Index with more than 60,000 entries.

Business Idioms in America
Business Idioms in America

Author: Bruce Stirling

Publisher: Nova Press

Published: 2021-01-15

Total Pages: 221

ISBN-13: 1889057975

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Meet Joan Austen, a rising star in the advertising business. Joan's company is taking off and you have a front row seat as Joan and her staff resolve business and personal challenges during a typical business day in New York City. By entering Joan’s world, you will acquire the latest and the most commonly used vocabulary in business today. Best of all, you will gain the skills and confidence you need to succeed in any English-speaking business environment anywhere in the world. * Over 2,000 essential business idioms and phrases * Perfect for classroom and for self-study * Lessons designed to help you practice and recycle what you learn * Real-world business conflicts and cultural insights * Real-world business English spoken in real-world business offices * Common Shakespearean and movie idioms used in business * Answer key and word list defining each idiom and phrase Are you ready to step up to the plate and hit it out of the park? Are you ready to swim with the sharks and take it to the next level? If so, then Business Idioms in America is for you. It is your guide to business English in America and around the world.

One Word Substitution
One Word Substitution

Author: Roshan Tolani

Publisher: Arihant Publications India limited

Published: 2019-06-04

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 9313160196

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One Word Substitutions is a kind of a reverse dictionary. It intends to help aspirants of various competitive and recruitment examinations as a Valuable Helping and Learning Aid. Moreover, the knowledge of these words will also help the students and learners of English to enhance their writing, speaking and reading skills. One Word Substitutions questions are asked in to evaluate the students' command over English vocabulary. The questions on the basis of this ask the students to answer by writing a single word which can be used appropriately in place of the given description. The book comprises of more than 2100 One Word Substitutes arranged in alphabetical order for easy reference, and Previous Years’ Questions upto 2018 as well. To test proficiency level, structured exercises have been given. Knowledge of one word substitutions will help aspirants not only in scoring well in exams but also in achieving excellent proficiency in English language. The present book is a fairly good collection of one word substitutes. Though it is not an exhaustive list, it is certainly an honest effort to explain highly useful words.

Little Red Book Idioms and Phrases
Little Red Book Idioms and Phrases

Author: Terry O'Brien

Publisher: Rupa Publications

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 254

ISBN-13: 9788129118110

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Idiom from Latin: idioma, 'special property' is an expression, word or phrase that has a figurative meaning, this is separate from the literal meaning or definition of the words of which it is made. Word group becomes an idiomatic expression. The words develop a specialized meaning as an entity, as an idiom. When a speaker uses an idiom, the listener might mistake its actual meaning, if he or she has not heard this figure of speech before. In English the expression to go round the bend, would mean 'to go insane'. There are many such idiomatic expressions, A Curtain Lecture: Nagging by a wife at bedtime. A Dutch Wife: A bolster. Land of Nod: A state of sleep Let not idioms confuse those unfamiliar with them. Little Red Book of Idioms and Phrases will add to your vocabulary. Let's get into the ball park of idioms and phrases

Why Do We Say That? 101 Idioms, Phrases, Sayings & Facts! A Brief History On Where They Come From!
Why Do We Say That? 101 Idioms, Phrases, Sayings & Facts! A Brief History On Where They Come From!

Author: Scott Matthews

Publisher:

Published: 2021-09-04

Total Pages: 122

ISBN-13: 9781922531261

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Why do you "call shotgun" when you want the front passenger seat? What does "letting the cat out of the bag" have to do with divulging secrets? Why do you ask people to "cut to the chase"? How come you hear all those juicy rumors "through the grapevine"? Like many people you've probably used idioms or phrases like these without giving them a second thought. But if you were to take a moment to step back and learn about them you'll be pleasantly surprised to discover the mesmerizing and sometimes outright bizarre origins to these fun sayings! In "Why do we say that," we have curated 101 of the most regularly used idioms, proverbs, turns of phrases, and colloquial terms that have the most fascinating backstories. For each phrase, we have explained how it was coined, how its use evolved through the ages, and how it gained its contemporary use. Inside you will discover: What the sanitary conditions of 17th century London have to do with it's "raining cats and dogs" today. Why taking things "with grain of salt" has to do with an ancient remedy for poison. What Southeast Asian warrior traditions have to do with the term "to run amuck." Why "to break a leg" became something worth aspiring to in the Elizabethan theatres. And many many more Click the BUY NOW button at the top of the page to unravel the mysteries behind popular English idioms.