Phrases & Expressions

Because of something that happened; following from a particular action or situation.

• He studied hard. As a result, he passed the exam.
• The factory closed. As a result, many lost jobs.

As predicted.

• As expected, he was late.
• As expected, it rained all weekend.

Up to a particular place or point.

• We walked as far as the park.
• The train only goes as far as the next town.

According to the information I have.

• As far as I know, she's still in Paris.
• As far as I know, it's free.

Used to add another item or quality to what has already been mentioned.

• He speaks French as well as English.
• She's smart as well as kind.

To be present at a meeting.

• I have to attend a meeting at 3.
• All managers must attend the meeting.

To make copies of your computer files or data, usually for safety in case the originals are lost.

• Back up your files regularly.
• He backed up everything before the trip.

To be familiar with something because you have done or experienced it often.

• I'm used to waking up early.
• She's used to working under pressure.

It's wise to be cautious.

• Take an umbrella — better safe than sorry.
• Better safe than sorry, lock the door.

To prevent someone from contacting you online.

• I blocked him after the argument.
• She blocked me on every social media app after our fight.