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- have a word Idiom B2 To have a word means to talk briefly and often seriously with someone.
- holistic Word C1 Considering a whole system rather than just its individual parts.
- hyperbole Word B2 Hyperbole is an obvious exaggeration used for emphasis or humor.
- hypothesis Word B2 A hypothesis is a testable idea or explanation for why something happens.
- ideology Word C1 An ideology is a set of beliefs or ideas that guides a person, group, or society.
- imply Word B2 To imply means to suggest something indirectly rather than saying it clearly.
- in a pickle Idiom B2 In a pickle means in a difficult or awkward situation and needing help.
- in good nick Idiom B2 If something is in good nick, it is in good condition and works well.
- infer Word B2 To infer means to form a conclusion from evidence or clues rather than from a direct statement.
- integrity Word B2 Integrity is the quality of being honest and consistently doing what is right.
- irony Word B2 Irony is a situation or remark where the real meaning or outcome is different from what is expected or said.
- it's early days Idiom B2 Used to say it is too soon to know the result or make a final judgment.
- jiggle Word To jiggle means to shake or move with small quick motions.
- juxtaposition Word C1 Juxtaposition is the act of placing two things side by side to highlight a contrast or relationship.
- keep a stiff upper lip Idiom C1 To keep a stiff upper lip means to stay calm and not show strong emotions, especially in a difficult situation.
- keep schtum Idiom C1 To keep schtum means to stay silent and not reveal information.
- knock for six Idiom B2 To knock for six means to shock or overwhelm someone, leaving them very surprised or upset.
- know one's onions Idiom C1 To know one's onions means to be very knowledgeable and competent about a particular subject or job.
- leg it Idiom B2 To leg it means to run away quickly, especially to escape trouble.
- legacy Word A legacy is something passed down from the past, such as money, property, or lasting influence.