Word of the Day: Quell
Quell Meaning: To put an end to. Example: The police quelled the protest quickly.
Quell Meaning: To put an end to. Example: The police quelled the protest quickly.
Word/Phrase: Let the cat out of the bag Definition: To reveal a secret by accident. Spanish Translation: Revelar un secreto
Paragon Meaning: A model of excellence. Example: She is a paragon of virtue.
Word/Phrase: Call it a day Definition: To stop working for the day. Spanish Translation: Dar por terminado el día Example:
Obfuscate Meaning: To confuse or obscure. Example: The lawyer tried to obfuscate the facts.
Word/Phrase: Speak of the devil Definition: When the person you were just talking about appears. Spanish Translation: Hablando del rey
Nebulous Meaning: Vague or ill-defined. Example: Her plans were nebulous at best.
Word/Phrase: Hit the books Definition: To begin studying hard. Spanish Translation: Ponerse a estudiar Example: I can’t go out tonight.
Mendacious Meaning: Not telling the truth; lying. Example: The mendacious statements damaged his reputation.
Word/Phrase: Piece of cake Definition: Something that is very easy to do. Spanish Translation: Pan comido Example: The test was
Lethargic Meaning: Sluggish and apathetic. Example: After the meal, he felt lethargic.
Word/Phrase: Under the weather Definition: Feeling ill or unwell. Spanish Translation: Sentirse mal / indispuesto Example: She didn’t go to
Kaleidoscope Meaning: A constantly changing pattern or scene. Example: The city was a kaleidoscope of cultures.
Word/Phrase: Break the ice Definition: To initiate conversation in a social setting. Spanish Translation: Romper el hielo Example: He told
Juxtapose Meaning: To place side by side for comparison. Example: The artist juxtaposed light and shadow in the painting.
Word/Phrase: Throw someone under the bus Definition: To betray a friend or colleague for personal gain. Spanish Translation: Echar a
Impetuous Meaning: Acting quickly without thought. Example: His impetuous decision caused problems later.
Word/Phrase: Put all your eggs in one basket Definition: To depend completely on one option. Spanish Translation: Poner todos los
Harangue Meaning: A lengthy and aggressive speech. Example: She delivered a harangue against the new policies.
Word/Phrase: Have a sweet tooth Definition: To love sugary food. Spanish Translation: Ser goloso Example: She definitely has a sweet