Phrases & Expressions

To like eating sweet foods very much.

• I have a sweet tooth, so I always eat dessert.
• She has a terrible sweet tooth.

To go into water and swim for pleasure or exercise.

• Let's have a swim in the ocean.
• He had a swim every morning.

To attempt to do something.

• You should have a try at this game.
• Let me have a try; I think I can fix it.

To feel that something good will happen.

• I have high hopes for the new project.
• She has hopes of winning the competition.

A way of eating that includes good food choices for health.

• A healthy diet is important.
• She follows a healthy diet.

Used to invite someone to take or eat as much as they want.

• Help yourself to some cake while I make the tea.
• Please help yourself to drinks and snacks.

To go to a place with exercise equipment to work out.

• I hit the gym three times a week.
• Let's hit the gym tomorrow morning.

Hold on firmly, often used to tell passengers to brace themselves.

• Hold tight, we are about to take off!
• The driver told everyone to hold tight.

To hope that a situation will have a good result, even if it is uncertain.

• We've done all we can, so now we just have to hope for the best.
• The exam was very difficult, but I hope for the best.

Used to show appreciation for someone's kindness or generosity.

• How kind of you!
• How kind of you to remember my birthday!