Important Idioms
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Meaning: Only if a certain condition is true.
Example: As long as you follow the instructions carefully, the machine will work properly. Read more ➺
Meaning: Concerning a particular person or thing.
Example: As for the new project, the team is still waiting for approval. Read more ➺
Meaning: Despite what was expected earlier; nevertheless.
Example: Everyone thought the concert would be canceled because of the storm, but it happened after all once the skies cleared. Read more ➺
Meaning: As stated, or reported by someone.
Example: according to the local news, the highway would remain closed until morning. Read more ➺
Meaning: Actually true; in reality.
Example: As a matter of fact, the train had already left before we reached the station. Read more ➺
Meaning: Made or done for one specific purpose only.
Example: The school formed an ad hoc committee to investigate the sudden complaints. Read more ➺
Meaning: At the time something happens or becomes necessary.
Example: The support team answered customer emails as and when problems appeared. Read more ➺
Meaning: Official or public approval of something.
Example: The new product received the seal of approval from safety inspectors before reaching stores. Read more ➺
Meaning: Everyone without exception.
Example: All and sundry came to the community hall to celebrate the mayor's retirement. Read more ➺
Meaning: The beginning and the end of something.
Example: The planning phase became the alpha and omega of the project, guiding it from start to completion. Read more ➺
