Daily Idioms From CSS Past Papers January 15, 2021
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1) Set in
"Insert, put in"
Examples:
- I still have to set in the sleeves and then the sweater will be done.
- The doctor set a due date of August 17th.
2) learn to live with
"Get used to or accustom oneself to something that is painful, annoying, or unpleasant"
Examples:
- The doctor said nothing more could be done about improving her sight; she'd just have to learn to live with it.
- Pat decided she didn't like the new sofa but would have to learn to live with it.
3) Cover up
"Wrap up or enfold in order to protect"
Examples:
- Be sure to cover up the outdoor furniture in case of rain.
- It's cold, so be sure to cover up the baby.
4) Iron out
"Work out, resolve, settle"
Examples:
- They managed to iron out all the problems with the new production process.
- John and Mary finally ironed out their differences.
5) Fall back
"Give ground, retreat"
Examples:
- The troops fell back before the relentless enemy assault.
- He stuck to his argument, refusing to fall back.
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