Phrases & Expressions

To allow someone the opportunity to try or prove themselves.

• The manager decided to give him a chance.
• Please give me a chance to explain.

(British English) To take someone somewhere in your car.

• He offered to give her a lift to the station.
• Can you give me a lift home tonight?

To visit famous or interesting places as a tourist.

• They went sightseeing around the old town.
• We plan to go sightseeing on our first day there.

A person who works with great effort and dedication.

• Her manager described her as a hard worker.
• He's always been a hard worker, even as a student.

Feeling happy and positive.

• She was in a good mood after the good news.
• He's always in a good mood on Fridays.

(British English) To take a place at the end of a line of waiting people.

• They joined a queue outside the cinema.
• She joined a queue at the checkout.

To stay physically healthy through regular exercise.

• She swims twice a week to keep fit.
• He plays football to keep fit.

To leave a place untidy or dirty.

• The children made a mess in the kitchen.
• He made a mess while trying to fix the sink.

To put your belongings into a suitcase or bag before traveling.

• She packed her bags the night before the flight.
• He forgot to pack his bags until the last minute.

To make regular payments for services such as electricity, water, or rent.

• She pays the bills online every month.
• They struggled to pay the bills after losing their jobs.