Phrases & Expressions

To try to impress people by showing your abilities or possessions in an annoying way.

• Stop showing off and be more modest.
• He's always showing off in front of his friends.

To stay overnight at someone else's house.

• Can I sleep over at your house tonight?
• My kids love to sleep over at their grandparents'.

To defend or support someone or something you believe is right.

• Stand up for what you believe in.
• She always stands up for her friends.

To continue to communicate with someone.

• Let's stay in touch after you move.
• We try to stay in touch with old friends.

To become involved in a difficult situation in order to help or stop it.

• The manager stepped in to settle the argument between the two employees.
• When my parents could not help, my uncle stepped in and paid the bill.

To stay together and support each other, especially in difficult times.

• In difficult times, friends should stick together.
• Let's stick together during the event.

To make a brief visit to a place or person.

• Why don't you stop by?
• Stop by my office on your way home.

To begin a conversation, friendship, or relationship.

• He struck up a conversation with the woman next to him.
• They struck up a friendship quickly.

A superstitious phrase said to ward off bad luck after mentioning good fortune.

• I hope this weather lasts, touch wood.
• We haven't had any problems so far, touch wood.

Used to express sincere regret for something bad that happened or for a mistake.

• I am truly sorry for the delay.
• She offered truly sorry words.