Phrases & Expressions

To move from place to place or travel around an area.

• It's easy to get around the city using public transport.
• My grandmother needs a stick to get around now.

To continue moving in the same direction without turning.

• Go straight on for two miles.
• Go straight until you reach the traffic lights, then turn right.

To reserve a table, room, etc.

• I'd like to make a reservation for two.
• Did you make a reservation at the restaurant?

To be late for a flight.

• I missed my flight because of traffic.
• They missed the connecting flight.

A lit sign in an aircraft toilet telling passengers to go back to their seats.

• The return to seat sign came on while I was in the toilet.
• When the 'Return to seat' sign lights up, leave the lavatory quickly.

To begin a journey.

• They set out for the mountains early.
• We set out at dawn to avoid the heat.

To take someone around a place, showing them the main features.

• Let me show you around the school.
• The host showed us around the old town.

To turn your body or vehicle towards the left side.

• Take a left at the next corner.
• Take a left onto Elm Street.

In or to many different places across the world.

• People around the world celebrate the new year in different ways.
• This song became famous around the world in just a few weeks.

To give your suitcase to airline staff before flying.

• We checked in our luggage at the counter.
• How many bags can I check in?