Phrases & Expressions

A common, informal way to ask about the well-being of someone's family.

• Hello John! How's the family?
• It's been a while. How's family?

An informal way to ask how someone is and what is new in that person's life.

• How's life? Have you been busy lately?
• Hey, how's life treating you?

Used to agree to participate in an activity or plan.

• Do you want to go to the concert? I'm in!
• "We need two more volunteers." "I'm in!"

Used to say you are not participating or involved anymore.

• This game is too hard. I'm out.
• If you're going to cheat, I'm out.

Having the same opinion or idea.

• We are in agreement about the next steps.
• All the members of the committee are in agreement.

Used to say that something is acceptable or satisfactory, or that there is no problem.

• Don't worry about the mess, it's all right.
• "Thanks for the lift." "It's all right, I was going this way anyway."

To no longer be friends.

• I lost a friend over the argument.
• It's sad to lose a friend.

To tell someone that you will definitely do something.

• I made a promise to always be honest with you.
• He made a promise to his daughter.

To express admiration or praise about someone.

• Professor Russo paid Jennifer a compliment, saying she had a beautiful smile.
• Isn't it wonderful to pay someone a compliment? It makes them feel good.

To refuse a request or invitation.

• It's important to learn to say no sometimes.
• She had to say no to the extra work.