above all
above all: mainly, especially
Examples of ABOVE ALL
- The emperor demanded to be respected above all others in his retinue.
- When you’re under oath, above all, you must tell the truth.
above all: mainly, especially
to keep in mind: to remember, not to forget (also: to bear in mind) Examples of TO KEEP IN MIND The game show host reminded the contestant to keep in mind she hadn’t seen what was behind door number three yet. Keep in mind that losing weight doesn’t just mean eating healthy; you also need…
to tear up: to rip into small pieces Examples of TO TEAR UP Let’s tear up the rule book and just do our own thing! Reports said he tore up the check and threw some of the pieces out of the window.
to pay attention (to): to look at and listen to someone while they are speaking, to concentrate Examples of PAY ATTENTION (TO) I know I need to pay attention to you when you talk, but you’re just so boring! It’s important to pay attention when your boss is explaining your mistakes.
to count on: to trust someone in time of need (also: to depend on) Examples of COUNT ON We’ll be able to count on Todd; everyone knows he’s reliable and gets things done on time. The store manager was able to count on the celebrity to make a big purchase.
to be carried away: to be greatly affected by a strong feeling Examples of TO BE CARRIED AWAY Once I started dusting the living room, I got carried away and ended up rearranging the furniture. “You can get one toy,” she told her son at the toy store. “I don’t want you to be carried…
to tear down: to destroy by making flat, to demolish Examples of TO TEAR DOWN The reviewer tried to tear down the movie, but the review was so badly written that the reviewer just looked dumb. We need the savings, but it sure feels like we’re using them to tear the house down.