to stay in
to stay in: to remain at home, not to go out
Examples of TO STAY IN
- On a rainy day, I like to stay in and read.
- We stay in almost every night and watch television.
to stay in: to remain at home, not to go out
never mind: don’t be concerned about it; ignore what was just said Examples of NEVER MIND “Just never mind!” mom snapped, when I wouldn’t stop asking her questions. Everything will be fine, so just never mind the people who are criticizing you now.
to make out: to do, to succeed, to progress Examples of TO MAKE OUT The bank robbers were hoping to make out with a lot more money than they got. I’m not able to make out exactly what you mean.
to keep up with: to maintain the same speed or rate as Examples of TO KEEP UP WITH Olivia tirelessly worked her garden because she wanted her yard to keep up with her neighbors’. The inexperienced runner wasn’t able to keep up with the champions, even though he tried really hard.
to think of: to have a (good or bad) opinion of Examples of THINK OF If you don’t see me, remember to think of me next time you visit. I’ll need to think of a good excuse for getting out of the play tomorrow night.
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…
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.