Phrases & Expressions

To sleep for a period of time, often a short nap.

• I need to have a sleep before the meeting.
• The baby had a sleep in the afternoon.

To be hurt or cause damage in an unexpected event, such as a car crash.

• The driver had an accident.
• I hope you don't have an accident.

To travel or move in the direction of east.

• Head east until you see the river.
• We will head east to explore the plains.

A social gathering held by a company or group to celebrate holidays.

• The holiday party will be held at the Grand Hotel.
• Did you enjoy the holiday party last night?

To write what happens or what you feel each day in a book.

• She has kept a diary since she was twelve.
• Keeping a diary helps me organise my thoughts.

To silently hope for something, for example before blowing out birthday candles.

• Make a wish before you blow out the candles.
• She made a wish to travel the world.

to create empty space for someone or something.

• Can you make room for my bag?
• We need to make room for the new furniture.

To fail to be on time for a scheduled journey, especially by plane.

• If we don't hurry, we will miss the flight.
• He was late and unfortunately missed the flight to London.

Put out for people to look at, for example in a shop or museum.

• The new paintings are on display at the gallery.
• All the products are on display in the shop window.

A child with no siblings.

• I'm an only child.
• Only children are often more independent.