Idioms - Meaning

When someone is "about to" do something this means that they are at a point of time in which they are going to start some type of activity or task.

'Account for' means to be responsible for something or to explain the cause of something. When someone 'accounts for' a discrepancy, they're providing the reason or taking responsibility for it. This is different from having a bank account, which options A and B describe.

This is an idiom. Example of its use: As far as I know, he isn't coming to the party.

 "As for" means with regard to or concerning.

'As a matter of fact' is a phrase used to introduce a true statement, often used to emphasize truth or contradict a misconception. It means 'actually' or 'in reality' and is used to provide factual information or clarification.

All of a sudden is an idiomatic expression meaning something happened unexpectedly or immediately without prior notice. The phrase emphasizes the abrupt nature of an event or action, similar to suddenly or without warning.

 "As if" means in the same way that something would be,

As to is a prepositional phrase used to introduce a topic or indicate what something relates to. It means 'with regard to' or 'concerning' and is typically used in more formal contexts.

As well is used to add something to what has already been mentioned. It means 'also' or 'in addition' and is typically placed at the end of a clause. The phrase indicates that something is true in addition to something else.

As well as is a conjunction used to link two items, meaning 'in addition to' or 'and also.' It connects words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance, indicating that both items are included or true.

Back and forth describes movement in opposite directions repeatedly, like a pendulum or pacing. It can also describe verbal exchanges or communication between parties, indicating alternating action or discussion.

Better off means being in a more favorable or improved situation compared to before. It often refers to financial or overall life circumstances, indicating that someone is in a better position or condition than previously.

As long as introduces a condition that must be met for something else to happen. It means 'provided that' or 'on the condition that' something is true, establishing a requirement for a stated outcome.

Carry out means to perform, execute, or complete an action, plan, or task. It is a phrasal verb used in both formal and informal contexts when someone implements something that was planned or decided upon.

Come up with means to produce, think of, or suggest an idea, plan, or solution. It is commonly used when someone creates something original or finds a way to solve a problem through thinking or creativity.

End up means to eventually be in a particular situation or do something, often unexpectedly or as a result of a series of events. It implies an unplanned outcome or final state that was not originally intended.

Deal with means to handle, manage, or take action regarding something. It can refer to addressing a problem, interacting with someone, or being responsible for something that requires attention or action.

Break up means to separate into smaller parts or pieces. It can refer to ending a relationship, dividing a group, or physically breaking something into fragments, indicating a separation or division of something whole.

 "By the way" means incidently.

Break down (something) means to separate something into its parts or simpler elements. This is commonly used in chemistry (breaking down compounds), analysis (breaking down problems), or digestion. Options B, C, D are other meanings of 'break down' but the most direct definition matches A.

According to means as stated by, as reported by, or as said by someone. It introduces information that comes from a specific source or authority. Option B captures this meaning directly.

Come on! is an interjection that can mean hurry up, depending on context and tone. It's commonly used to urge someone to move faster or act immediately. Options B, C, D are other contextual meanings but A is the most direct.

As soon as means just after something or at the moment that something happens. It indicates immediate action following an event. Option C is the correct definition.

Come up means to happen or occur unexpectedly, or to be mentioned/discussed. It can refer to ideas, topics, problems, or opportunities that arise. Option A captures the sense of unexpected occurrence.