Phrases & Expressions

To put on clothes that are relaxed rather than formal.

• On Fridays, we can dress down at the office.
• He dressed down in jeans and a t-shirt.

To gently mix one ingredient into another, usually a light mixture into a thicker one.

• Fold in the egg whites carefully to keep the air.
• Fold the chocolate chips into the batter.

The range of restaurants, food trends, and people interested in food within a specific area.

• The city has a vibrant foodie scene.
• She moved to Paris to experience the foodie scene.

To finally find time to start or finish a job.

• I finally got around to fixing the fence.
• When will you get around to calling your mother?

To spend time doing something, often something you should not.

• What are you getting up to?
• The children were getting up to mischief.

Used to emphasize that you are telling the truth and being sincere.

• In all honesty, I found the film quite boring.
• In all honesty, I don't think it will work.

Suddenly and completely, leaving no trace; used after verbs like vanish or disappear.

• The thief vanished into thin air after the robbery.
• All our savings seemed to disappear into thin air.

To form an opinion of someone or something based only on appearance, often unfairly.

• Don't judge a book by its cover — he is kinder than he looks.
• The restaurant looks dirty but the food is excellent — never judge a book by its cover.

To improve your skill or status in a game or activity.

• You level up by gaining experience points.
• My character leveled up after finishing the hard mission.

A liquid that is very valuable, such as oil, olive oil or honey.

• This aged balsamic is like liquid gold.
• High-quality olive oil is considered liquid gold.