Exercise 1: Choose the best definition, (a) or (b), to explain the idiom or other expression in bold in these sentences. 1. Sue has always been a high-flier. (a) Someone who has achieved…
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In the vast landscape of language, certain phrases wield subtle power. They slip into our conversations, articles, and advertisements, leaving an indelible mark. Among these linguistic chameleons are the elusive “weasel words.” What…
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Filing an Income Tax Return (ITR) online has become a streamlined and efficient process with the new income tax portal. By logging in with PAN-based credentials and following a few straightforward steps, taxpayers…
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Applying for a driving licence has become simple and straightforward, eliminating the need to rely on agents or pay unnecessary fees to third parties. The process can be completed largely from the comfort…
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ICICI Bank provides an easy and convenient way for its customers to download interest certificates online. Whether you need this document for tax purposes or personal records, you can follow these simple steps…
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Test your knowledge with this quiz. Use your dictionary to check the meanings of the words and expressions in italics, or any other words and expressions that you do not understand. 1. What…
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Exercise 1: Replace the words and expressions in bold with a phrasal verb. You will need to use some of the phrasal verbs more than once. cut across * cut back on *…
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Time is a universal concept, but the way it’s expressed can vary greatly from one language to another. In English, there are several ways to express time, and understanding these expressions can greatly…
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Exercise 1: Look at the idioms in bold in sentences 1 – 22, and decide if the people: (A) have a lot of money. (B) have very little or no money. 1. Steve…
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Exercise 1 – Chain-stores are groups of shops that belong to the same person or company. These can be found on nearly all UK high streets (= main / most important shopping streets)….
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Phrasal verbs are very common in English, and should be learnt like any other item of English vocabulary. In the TOEFL, they are tested in the Listening Comprehension section, and appear frequently in…
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In this comprehensive article, readers will explore into the intricate world of currency markets, gaining valuable insights into exchange rates and trading strategies. 1. When the government doesn’t control the exchange rate in…
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At job interviews, candidates are assessed on their suitability for the job they are applying for. In addition to their qualifications and experience, interviewers have to look at the other qualities that make…
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New Delhi: Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) underscores the significance of swift claims settlement as an integral part of its service to policyholders. Ensuring the seamless processing of both Maturity and Death…
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This exercise tests your knowledge of some common spoken responses. In each case, choose the most appropriate word in bold to complete the second sentence in each sentence pair. In one case, either…
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The words and expressions in the box can all be used informally to describe different kinds of people. Use them to complete sentences 1 – 35. Note that many of the words /…
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Aadhaar is a 12-digit unique identification number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to Indian residents. It functions like a digital ID that can be used for various purposes. Each…
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The Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) is a crucial retirement savings scheme in India, designed to encourage systematic savings by deducting contributions from both employees and employers. Monitoring your EPF account balance is essential…
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As India gears up for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, ensuring your voter registration status and details are up-to-date is crucial to exercise your democratic right. The Election Commission of India (ECI) has…
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These exercises contain an eclectic range of words, names, places, etc, connected with the UK. For each word or expression below, two definitions are given, (a) and (b): one is genuine, and one…
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