to make sure: to be sure, to ascertain (also: to make certain) Examples of TO MAKE SURE We need to make sure that our files are in order. We’re going to make sure that this is the best meal you’ll have in the entire city.

to run into: to meet someone unexpectedly; to crash or collide into Examples of TO RUN INTO Just the other day, I ran into a colleague who was on her way to a tango lesson. While researching Wednesday’s post, I ran into a number of strange case studies.

all of a sudden: suddenly, without warning (also: all at once) Examples of ALL OF A SUDDEN It seems like, all of a sudden, you’re mad at me, and I can never figure out why. All of a sudden, the storm subsided and the rain stopped.  

to get better, worse, etc.: to become better, worse, etc. Examples of GET BETTER, WORSE I practice the violin every day, because I know there’s no other way to get better. When he got the angry call from his manager, he knew his day was going to get worse.

to be better off: to be in a more favorable condition or situation Examples of TO BE BETTER OFF In that instance, you would be better off in cash where your money is protected. This guy has some serious issues and this world would be better off without him.

to run away: to leave without permission; to escape Examples of TO RUN AWAY Police said three suspects ran away, but one was arrested in the immediate area. Someone who runs away becomes a coward, while someone who fears nothing is rash.