Posted by englishlessons on January 26, 2017
Definition:
take advantage of a situation
Examples:
The musician cashed in on the popularity of his new song by scheduling a concert tour.
We bought this stock when it was very low, so we can cash in by selling it now when it is very high.
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Posted by englishlessons on January 14, 2017
Definition:
Attack with words
Examples:
When he is upset, he lashes out with rude comments in a text message.
When she is angry, she will lash out and scream at people.
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Posted by englishlessons on January 5, 2017
Definition:
Ask someone for something
Examples:
My co-worker has money problems; he hit me up for a loan last week.
When their son calls from school, he often hits them up for extra money.
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