Phrases & Expressions

To misunderstand what someone means.

• Don't get me wrong, I like your idea.
• Please don't get me wrong; I was only trying to help.

To allow someone to do something.

• Her parents gave her permission to study abroad.
• The teacher gave permission for the students to leave early.

To provide help, encouragement, or backing to someone or something.

• We need to give our support to the new project.
• He gave moral support to his family.

To state your personal view or opinion on a subject.

• Please give me your opinion on the proposal.
• He gave his opinion freely during the meeting.

To disappear; to be lost.

• The dog went missing.
• My keys have gone missing again.

To turn off your microphone during an online call so that others cannot hear you.

• Please go on mute if you are not speaking.
• He forgot to go on mute during the presentation.

To have a possibility of doing or achieving something, especially success.

• You have a good chance of winning.
• Do you think our team has a chance against them?

To have pain in the throat.

• I have a sore throat.
• She has a sore throat from shouting.

To have a conversation, often to discuss something important.

• We need to have a talk about your future.
• They had a long talk after the meeting.

To have the right or chance to use something or to see someone.

• All employees have access to the company's intranet.
• We need to ensure everyone has access to clean water.