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
An expression for when a question leads into a very complicated or controversial and lengthy topic
Open a can of worms
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
Homemade
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
Breathtaking
When you argue for a side that you don't necessarily agree with for the sake of conversation
Playing the devil's 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