Phrases & Expressions

To greet someone by briefly holding and moving their hand up and down.

• They shook hands and smiled.
• It's polite to shake hands.

A medal, usually made of silver, given to the person who finishes second in a competition.

• He got a silver medal in the swimming race.
• The silver medal is for the runner-up.

To keep your back straight and upright while sitting.

• Sit up straight when you eat.
• The doctor told him to sit up straight.

An internet connection that operates at a low speed, causing delays.

• The slow internet is so frustrating.
• Slow internet ruined the meeting.

To pass a day doing something or being somewhere.

• We spent the day at the beach.
• She spent the day reading in the garden.

To stay somewhere through the night, often sleeping.

• They spent the night at a friend's house.
• He spent the night studying for his exam.

To begin attending school for the first time or after a break.

• He started school last week.
• When do kids start school here?

Powerful wind.

• There's a strong wind today.
• Strong winds knocked down trees.

To examine or observe something briefly.

• Take a look at this photo.
• Can you take a look at my car?

To stop working or doing an activity for a short time to relax.

• You've been working hard; take a rest now.
• He took a short rest before continuing his journey.