Phrases & Expressions

A female twin.

• Her twin sister looks just like her.
• I have a twin sister.

A visual effect shown when a player achieves something.

• The celebration animation was very exciting.
• Players love seeing the celebration animation after a win.

The ratio between a distance on a map or chart and the corresponding distance on the ground.

• The chart scale shows one inch represents one mile.
• Check the chart scale before measuring.

To delete temporary files stored by a browser or app to improve performance or fix problems.

• Try clearing the cache if the website is slow.
• Clearing the cache can help resolve loading issues.

A clear rule that is not changed easily.

• We need to set a firm boundary for screen time.
• She has a firm boundary about her personal space.

To climb higher above the ground, especially of an aircraft or balloon.

• The airplane began to gain altitude after takeoff.
• The balloon will gain altitude as it fills with hot air.

To become pregnant and expect a baby.

• She got pregnant last month.
• They're trying to get pregnant.

To pass through the official area where customs officers check your belongings and documents.

• We went through customs without any problems.
• You need to go through customs after arriving.

The way your hands are placed or held when you do something such as typing or playing an instrument.

• Correct hand position is key for guitarists.
• The typing tutor showed the proper hand position.

To receive land, buildings or other possessions from someone who has died.

• She will inherit property from her aunt.
• He inherited the house when his father died.