Colloquialisms
A expression used when someone dies
Passed away, bit the dust, etc...
A phrasal verb used when we are no longer sleeping
Wake up
When something efficiently uses energy we use this adjective to describe it
Energy-efficient
When we are past where we need to be on any given project we can use this expression
Ahead of schedule
A phrasal verb used when we surrender or accept failure.
Give up
When something is slow but steady, usually used in a positive light
Gradual
When some one is unbiased we use this compound adjective to describe them
We use this expression in our class when we get off topic
Following the rabbit's trail
A phrasal verb used when we cut off a romantic relationship or stop a fight
Break up
A monetary investment in a company
Stocks
A common compound adjective used to say something wasn't built in a factory
Home-made
When we fulfill multiple objectives with one action
Two birds with one stone
A phrasal verb used when we clean
Pick up
Similar to move, but this word is specifically used when we want to get to a specific location
Maneuver
When something is incredibly amazing we can say this. Hint: it involves our lungs
Breath-taking
When you argue for a side that you don't necessarily agree with for the sake of conversation
Playing the devils advocate
A phrasal verb used when we discover something
Find out
Similar to dangerous but only used in the context of construction and/or chemicals
Hazardous
When we wait for as long as we can we wait until this
Last-minute