Phrases & Expressions

To become comfortable and relaxed in a new place or situation.

• It took her a while to settle in.
• The new students are settling in well.

To agree to join or participate in an activity or service.

• I signed up for a yoga class.
• Did you sign up for the newsletter?

To move from a lying position to a sitting position.

• He sat up in bed when he heard the noise.
• The patient was too weak to sit up without help.

When a company or person takes a long time to serve customers.

• We experienced slow service at the restaurant.
• Slow service is frustrating for customers.

A polite request to smile, often for a photo.

• Smile please, the camera is on.
• The attendant said, 'Smile please'.

A phrase used to say that everything is going well up to the present moment.

• How is the new job? — So far so good!
• We've driven for three hours and so far so good.

All available items, tickets, or places have been sold or taken.

• The concert tickets are sold out.
• Unfortunately, the hotel is completely sold out.

The principle that sport should be open to and enjoyed by everyone.

• Our goal is sport for all, whatever your age or ability.
• This event promotes sport for all.

To remain in one place without moving at all.

• The children had to stand still for the class photo.
• He stood still while the photographer took his picture.

To remain in a place after others have left.

• Some students stayed behind to help the teacher.
• He stayed behind in the village while his brothers moved abroad.