first-rate: excellent, superb Examples of FIRST-RATE My wife, who can be picky about her desserts, judged her piece to be first-rate. We found a comfortable, airy space with first-rate service and gallons of local wines.

day in and day out: continuously, constantly (also: day after day; forlonger periods of time, year in and year out and year after year) Examples of DAY IN AND DAY OUT I need more responsibilities; I just make widgets, day in and day out. Day in and day out, all you do is complain! Lots…

all in all: considering everything Examples of ALL IN ALL All in all, this was the best marathon I’ve ever run. All in all, I can’t wait to go back to Mackinac Island next year!

to pick out: to choose, to select Examples of PICK OUT I took Gregory to the mall to pick out his first suit for the ceremony. I’m so happy! How did you manage to pick out the perfect ring?

to go in for: to have as an interest, such as a sport or hobby Examples of TO GO IN FOR James goes in for tennis while his wife goes for painting and sculpture. What sports do you go in for?

to stand up: to rise from a sitting or lying position (also: to get up) Examples of STAND UP My psychologist told me that I need to learn how to stand up for myself. Lawyers need to speak clearly and to stand up straight, or the jury won’t listen to them.