Phrases & Expressions

To fasten the safety belt of a vehicle or aircraft.

• Always buckle up before you start the engine.
• Everyone, please buckle up for takeoff.

Without intending to, because of an error.

• I took your coat by mistake.
• He dialled the wrong number by mistake.

Used to add a new topic or extra piece of information to a conversation, often casually.

• By the way, did you see the news today?
• I saw Tom yesterday. By the way, he said hello.

To call the emergency telephone number in North America.

• If you see someone collapse, call 911.
• Call 911 immediately for any serious injury.

To strongly dislike someone or something; to be unable to tolerate.

• Bob can't stand bureaucrats.
• Nicole can't stand broccoli.

Used to say that a shop or business accepts only coins and notes, not cards.

• The small cafe is cash only.
• Please note: this stall is cash only.

Used to say that a shop or service accepts payment only in cash, not by card.

• This shop is cash only.
• The market stall is cash only.

To become ill with a cold.

• I caught a cold last weekend.
• Don't go out without a coat, you'll catch a cold.

To arrive in time to board a bus.

• I need to catch the bus at 8.
• We barely caught the last bus.

To change a previously held opinion or decision.

• Brandon changed his mind and went to Bora Bora.
• Did you change your mind about becoming a doctor?