Phrases & Expressions

To become very excited, energetic, or unrestrained.

• The crowd got wild when the band played.
• Things got wild at the party.

A distinctive green jacket awarded to the winner of the Masters Tournament.

• He hopes to wear the green jacket one day.
• The champion received the green jacket.

To have a secret romantic or sexual relationship with someone other than your partner.

• He had an affair with his colleague.
• They were discovered having an affair.

Gluten that is present in food but not obvious or easily identified.

• Hidden gluten can be a problem for celiacs.
• Always check labels for hidden gluten.

Language that avoids stereotypes and expresses respect for all people.

• Using inclusive language promotes equality.
• Please follow our inclusive language guidelines.

To write down everything you eat, often to find out what causes a health problem.

• You should keep a food diary to find triggers.
• Keeping a food diary helped her manage IBS.

To find or learn something for the first time.

• Scientists made a new discovery about space.
• He made an important discovery in his research.

To have a significant or lasting effect on something or someone.

• The young designer quickly made her mark in the fashion world.
• Her speech made a lasting mark on the audience.

To land an aircraft suddenly because of a problem.

• The plane had to make an emergency landing due to bad weather.
• The pilot managed to make an emergency landing safely.

To do as well as possible in a difficult or unpleasant situation.

• We have to make the best of it.
• The weather is bad, but we'll make the best of it.