Phrases & Expressions

A paddle with only one blade, used mainly in canoes.

• He paddled the canoe with a single blade.
• Kayaks usually have a double blade, not a single blade.

To sleep during a period when something happens, so you miss it.

• He slept through the entire storm.
• I slept through my alarm this morning.

To grab something very quickly, often before someone else can.

• She snatched up the last cookie.
• We need to snatch up this opportunity before it's gone.

To divide the cost of something, such as a meal, between two or more people.

• We decided to split the bill between the four of us.
• Let's split the bill for the taxi.

Socks with a special non-slip bottom surface to help you keep your grip and avoid slipping, often used for yoga or Pilates.

• I always wear sticky socks for Pilates.
• Do you need sticky socks for this class?

A lot of anger or worry about something that is not important.

• Their argument was just a storm in a teacup.
• The whole fuss about the new logo was a storm in a teacup.

To go to another country to study.

• She is planning to study abroad next year.
• Many students save money for years so they can study abroad.

To indicate interest in someone on a dating app by sliding your finger to the right.

• If you like the profile, swipe right.
• He swiped right on her picture immediately.

In combat sports, to admit defeat by tapping the opponent or the floor.

• He had to tap out in the second round.
• She tapped out after her opponent locked her arm.

A flavor that reminds you of your home or childhood.

• This za'atar dish is a real taste of home.
• My mother's lentil soup always gives me a taste of home.