Phrases & Expressions

To swim for pleasure or exercise.

• It's a hot day, let's take a swim.
• He likes to take a swim in the ocean every morning.

To go on a journey or excursion, especially for pleasure.

• We plan to take a trip to Italy next summer.
• My parents took a trip around the world.

To stop working for a period to rest or travel.

• We plan to take a vacation in August.
• She took a vacation to visit her family.

To say something to make others laugh.

• Can you tell us a joke while we wait?
• She told a funny joke at dinner.

To say something that is not true.

• It is wrong to tell a lie, even a small one.
• He told a lie to protect his friend.

To organize and host a social gathering for guests.

• Let's throw a party for her birthday.
• They decided to throw a party next Saturday.

To become red in the face, usually due to embarrassment, shyness, or anger.

• She turned red when he complimented her.
• His face turned red with embarrassment.

To take a dog outside for exercise and to relieve itself.

• I walk the dog every morning.
• Can you walk the dog after dinner?

To spend money on useless things.

• Don't waste money on things you don't need.
• He wastes money on lottery tickets.

To move your hand from side to side to say farewell to someone.

• She waved goodbye from the train.
• He waved goodbye to the children.