Phrases & Expressions

To not achieve a satisfactory result in an exam or test.

• I failed the math exam.
• He failed his driving test twice.

To start sleeping.

• I can't fall asleep.
• He fell asleep on the couch.

To obey the rules.

• Please follow the rules.
• He always follows the rules.

To become heavier.

• I gained weight over the holidays.
• It's easy to gain weight in winter.

to start feeling bored

• I get bored on long flights.
• He got bored of the game.

To become someone's husband or wife in an official ceremony.

• They got married last year.
• When did you get married?

To become ill.

• I got sick after eating at that restaurant last week.
• Children get sick more often in the winter months.

To start eating less or healthier.

• I'm going on a diet next week.
• She went on a diet before the wedding.

To give birth to a child.

• They're going to have a baby.
• She had a baby boy last week.

To have a friendly informal conversation.

• Let's have a chat over coffee.
• They had a long chat about the news.