Phrases & Expressions

To switch off the lights.

• Please turn out the lights when you leave the room.
• Don't forget to turn out the lights.

A hard question to answer.

• That's a difficult question.
• The teacher asked a difficult question.

A difficult question.

• That's a hard question.
• He asked a hard question.

A small amount of space between two points.

• The shop is only a short distance away.
• He walked a short distance and stopped.

an extraordinary time

• We had an amazing time.
• It was an amazing time of my life.

To officially request a job.

• She applied for a job at a local bank.
• I'm going to apply for several jobs.

To put a question to someone in order to get information.

• Please ask a question if you don't understand.
• He decided to ask a question about the project.

To ask someone for assistance or support when you need it.

• Don't be afraid to ask for help.
• Asking for help is a sign of strength.

To go to a lesson or course as a student.

• I attended an English class today.
• He never attends class.

A large, busy town or city.

• She moved to a big city to find a job.
• Life in a big city can be exciting.