Phrases & Expressions

A tiring or busy day.

• It's been a long day.
• After a long day, I just want to sleep.

A great distance.

• It's a long way to the airport.
• We still have a long way to go before we reach the village.

A short, simple question.

• Can I ask a quick question?
• Just a quick question — what time does the shop close?

A non-alcoholic beverage.

• I'll have a soft drink.
• Most soft drinks contain a lot of sugar.

To say or write words to get information or an answer from someone.

• May I ask a question?
• The teacher asked a difficult question.

To reserve a seat on a plane.

• I booked a flight to Istanbul.
• You can book a flight online.

To reserve a room in a hotel.

• We booked a hotel for two nights.
• Did you book the hotel yet?

Food that is inexpensive and good value, often served in casual places.

• This area has many great cheap eats.
• We looked for cheap eats near the hotel.

A full, slow breath.

• Take a deep breath.
• She took a deep breath and started.

The first hours of the day.

• I exercise in the early morning.
• It was still early morning when she arrived.