Phrases & Expressions

To make a score or share more equal between two sides.

• That goal evened up the match.
• Let's even up the teams before we start.

To fail completely or be destroyed.

• All our plans went up in smoke.
• His dream of opening a restaurant went up in smoke.

A natural talent for gardening and making plants grow well.

• My grandmother has a real green thumb.
• You must have a green thumb to keep these flowers alive.

To become big enough to wear clothes that were too large before.

• The jacket is a bit big but he will grow into it.
• Buy shoes a size larger so she can grow into them.

To stop doing or liking something as you get older.

• Most children grow out of their fear of the dark.
• He used to bite his nails, but he grew out of it.

To move in a clumsy way, especially when dancing.

• Don't worry about dancing; I have two left feet anyway.
• He tried to learn ballet, but he has two left feet.

To be in trouble or a difficult situation.

• He is in the soup after missing the deadline.
• If we don't finish this today, we'll be in the soup.

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.

To move aside to let someone or something pass.

• Make way for the emergency vehicles!
• The crowd made way for the parade.

Cooked mostly through, with a slightly pink center. Used for steak.

• I'd like my steak medium well, please.
• He likes his steak medium well.