Phrases & Expressions

Used to say that an action or event had no serious negative consequences.

• "Sorry I'm late." "No harm done, the meeting hasn't started yet."
• The car only has a small scratch, so no harm done.

Using all parts of an animal for food, so that nothing is wasted.

• Nose to tail eating is sustainable.
• The restaurant follows a nose to tail approach, so nothing is wasted.

To remove all trash and belongings from an area when you leave.

• Please pack it out when you leave the park.
• There are no bins on the trail, so hikers must pack it out.

Eggs cooked gently in simmering water without their shells.

• Two poached eggs, please.
• Eggs Benedict has poached eggs.

To pass steadily, especially of time.

• We watched the years roll on.
• As the evening rolled on, the guests began to leave.

To protect the Earth and its environment from harm or destruction.

• We need to work together to save the planet for future generations.
• Reduce, reuse, and recycle to help save the planet.

A paddle with only one blade, used mainly in canoes.

• He paddled the canoe with a single blade.
• Kayaks usually have a double blade, not a single blade.

To grab something very quickly, often before someone else can.

• She snatched up the last cookie.
• We need to snatch up this opportunity before it's gone.

Socks with a special non-slip bottom surface to help you keep your grip and avoid slipping, often used for yoga or Pilates.

• I always wear sticky socks for Pilates.
• Do you need sticky socks for this class?

To remove something by pulling or tearing it.

• Please tear off the perforated part of the ticket.
• He tore off a piece of bread.