Phrases & Expressions

To move to a higher place or level, such as up stairs or a hill.

• He went up the stairs to his room.
• Go up to the third floor and turn left.

To match or look good with something else.

• That shirt goes with your jeans.
• Does this tie go with my blue suit?

To make a mistake or choose badly.

• Follow the directions and you can't go wrong.
• Where did I go wrong in this calculation?

A friendly phrase said when you meet someone you know.

• Hi Sarah! It's good to see you.
• Good to see you again after all these years.

To know or understand something, even a little.

• I don't have a clue what you are talking about.
• Do you have a clue where the keys are?

To be ill with a cold.

• I have a bad cold.
• He has a cold and can't come.

to suffer from coughing

• He has a bad cough.
• I've had a cough for a week.

To see images and events in your mind while you are asleep.

• I had a strange dream last night.
• She had a bad dream and woke up crying.

to have pain in your head

• I have a terrible headache.
• She gets headaches often.

To examine something briefly or quickly, often to understand what it is or how it works.

• Have a look at this interesting article.
• Can I have a look at your notes?