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- Can I try this on? Collocation A2 To ask permission to wear an item of clothing or an accessory to see if it fits or suits you before purchasing it.
- Can we push this back? Collocation B1 To delay or postpone an event, meeting, or deadline to a later time.
- Can we sit outside? Collocation A2 To be seated in an open-air area, not indoors.
- Can we talk about something else? Collocation A2 A polite request to change the subject of a conversation because the current topic is unpleasant, sensitive, or simply …
- Can we talk now? Collocation A2 A polite way to ask if it is a good time to speak immediately.
- Can you give me an example? Collocation A2 A request for a specific instance or illustration of something to clarify understanding.
- Can you help me? Collocation A1 A polite request asking someone to assist you.
- Can you tell me Collocation B1 A polite way to ask for information or a question.
- can't be arsed Idiom B2 Used to say you are too lazy or unwilling to make the effort to do something.
- canvas Word C1 Canvas is a strong, heavy cloth often used for painting surfaces, bags, and sails.
- capability Word C1 Capability is the ability or power to do something successfully.
- capitalism Word B2 Capitalism is an economic system in which private individuals or companies own businesses and compete to make a profit.
- capitalist Word C1 A capitalist is a person who invests money in businesses to make a profit, or someone who supports capitalism.
- capricious Word C1 Capricious describes someone or something that changes suddenly and unpredictably.
- care for Phrasal verb To care for someone means to look after them and provide what they need.
- carefully choose Collocation to select something with caution and close attention to details
- carefully consider Collocation to think about something thoroughly and cautiously before deciding
- cargo Word C1 Cargo is goods or items that are being transported by ship, plane, train, or truck.
- carpool Word to share a ride in a car with other people, especially to commute together
- carriage Word C1 A carriage is a vehicle, often horse-drawn, used to carry people or goods.