on the other hand: however, in contrast Examples of ON THE OTHER HAND On the other hand, registered voters may participate in any primary they choose. Kidney inflammation, on the other hand, is rare, but no treatment exists for it.

to shake hands: to exchange greetings by clasping hands Examples of SHAKE HANDS It’s customary to shake hands when you first meet someone. It was then that she decided, rather than giving him a kiss at the end of the date, only to shake hands.

to keep up: to prevent from sleeping; to continue maintaining (speed, level of work, condition, etc.) Examples of TO KEEP UP If we can keep up this speed, we should arrive there in about three hours. That student has been getting all As. I hope he can keep it up.

to take over: to assume control or responsibility for; to do or perform again Examples of TO TAKE OVER When the publisher of that magazine retires, his daughter will take it over. Chloe worked on the report for several days and then James took over.

in no time: very quickly, rapidly Examples of IN NO TIME Cupcakes are easy and fast to bake; I’ll have them done in no time. Henry was just around the corner and so he got there in no time.

to turn down: to reduce in brightness or volume; to reject, to refuse Examples of TO TURN DOWN I hate to turn down a tired traveler, but my hotel doesn’t have any more rooms available. Sarah turned down my offer to take her to dinner.