| No. | Item | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | all along | throughout the entire time |
| 2. | all at once | all happening together |
| 3. | all the while | during the whole time |
| 4. | and yet | despite that; still |
| 5. | as early as possible | at the earliest time |
| 6. | as fast as possible | as fast as you can |
| 7. | as it happens | during that same time |
| 8. | as one | together at the same time |
| 9. | as quickly as possible | as fast as you can |
| 10. | as soon as | at the moment when |
| 11. | as that goes on | while that continues |
| 12. | as that happens | during that same time |
| 13. | as this goes on | while this continues |
| 14. | as this happens | during this same time |
| 15. | as you do so | while doing that |
| 16. | at all times | always; throughout |
| 17. | at any given time | at a particular moment |
| 18. | at any moment | at any time |
| 19. | at any one time | at a particular moment |
| 20. | at once | all at the same time |
| 21. | at one and the same time | simultaneously; at once |
| 22. | at one time | at the same moment |
| 23. | at present | at the current time |
| 24. | at that moment | at that exact time |
| 25. | at that point in time | at that time |
| 26. | at that very moment | at precisely that time |
| 27. | at the identical moment | at exactly the same moment |
| 28. | at the same moment | at exactly the same time |
| 29. | at the very same time | at exactly the same time |
| 30. | at this moment | right now, at the same time |
| 31. | at this point in time | at this time |
| 32. | at this very moment | at precisely this time |
| 33. | before long | soon; in a short time |
| 34. | but still | despite that; still |
| 35. | during that time | throughout that period |
| 36. | during the same time | during that same period |
| 37. | during this time | throughout this period |
| 38. | even as | at the same time as |
| 39. | even now | despite that; still |
| 40. | even so | despite that; still |
| 41. | even then | despite that; still |
| 42. | for now | at the present time |
| 43. | hand in hand | together and simultaneously |
| 44. | here and now | in the present moment |
| 45. | in a single stroke | all at once |
| 46. | in concert | working together simultaneously |
| 47. | in due course | at the appropriate time |
| 48. | in good time | with time to spare |
| 49. | in no time | very quickly; at once |
| 50. | in one fell swoop | all at once |
| 51. | in one go | all at once |
| 52. | in parallel | occurring side by side |
| 53. | in real time | as it happens |
| 54. | in short order | very soon; quickly |
| 55. | in tandem | working at the same time |
| 56. | in the meantime | during the same period |
| 57. | in the same instant | in the same moment |
| 58. | in time | soon enough; before too late |
| 59. | in unison | acting together at once |
| 60. | just in time | at the last possible moment |
| 61. | just the same | despite that; still |
| 62. | just then | at that exact time |
| 63. | keeping pace with | happening concurrently with something else |
| 64. | on another front | at the same time, in another area |
| 65. | on the other hand | from a different perspective |
| 66. | on the spot | right then and there |
| 67. | on top of that | in addition; also |
| 68. | once again | at the same time; also |
| 69. | one way or another | at the same time; regardless |
| 70. | over that period | during that period |
| 71. | over the same period | during the same period |
| 72. | over this period | during this period |
| 73. | overlapping with | occurring at the same time as |
| 74. | parallel to that | happening alongside that |
| 75. | per the same schedule | at the same time as planned |
| 76. | right now | at this moment |
| 77. | right then | at that exact time |
| 78. | side by side | next to each other, simultaneously |
| 79. | soon enough | in a short time |
| 80. | the day | as soon as that day |
| 81. | the first chance | at the earliest moment |
| 82. | the instant | as soon as |
| 83. | the minute | as soon as |
| 84. | the moment | as soon as |
| 85. | the second | immediately when |
| 86. | the whole time | for the entire period |
| 87. | there and then | immediately, at that time |
| 88. | throughout that time | during the whole period |
| 89. | throughout this time | during the whole period |
| 90. | when it happens | at the time it occurs |
| 91. | when that happens | at the time that occurs |
| 92. | when this happens | at the time this occurs |
| 93. | while that happens | during that same time |
| 94. | while this happens | during this same time |
| 95. | within that period | during that period |
| 96. | within the same period | during the same period |
| 97. | within this period | during this period |
| 98. | without delay | immediately; at once |
| 99. | without hesitation | at once, without pausing |
| 100. | without waiting | immediately, at once |
100 Idioms About Secrets and Privacy
| No. | Item | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | a dirty little secret | shameful hidden secret |
| 2. | a guarded secret | carefully protected secret |
| 3. | a secret weapon | hidden advantage |
| 4. | a skeleton in the closet | a hidden shameful secret |
| 5. | a snake in the grass | hidden treacherous person |
| 6. | a well-kept secret | kept from public knowledge |
| 7. | a wolf in sheep’s clothing | dangerous person pretending harmless |
| 8. | air dirty laundry | reveal private problems |
| 9. | bare your soul | reveal private feelings |
| 10. | be in on it | share the secret |
| 11. | be privy to | have secret knowledge |
| 12. | behind closed doors | in private |
| 13. | behind the scenes | out of public view |
| 14. | between ourselves | keep it private |
| 15. | between you and me | keep it private |
| 16. | bite your tongue | avoid saying something |
| 17. | blurt it out | say it suddenly |
| 18. | button your lip | stop talking |
| 19. | clam up | become silent |
| 20. | cloak-and-dagger | secretive and mysterious |
| 21. | close-mouthed | not revealing information |
| 22. | come clean | admit the truth |
| 23. | cover your tracks | hide evidence |
| 24. | die with the secret | never reveal it |
| 25. | double-cross | betray deceitfully |
| 26. | drop a hint | suggest indirectly |
| 27. | fess up | confess |
| 28. | fly under the radar | avoid notice |
| 29. | get it off your chest | confess something |
| 30. | give the game away | reveal the secret plan |
| 31. | hold your tongue | stop yourself speaking |
| 32. | hush-hush | kept secret |
| 33. | in camera | in private, not public |
| 34. | in the shadows | out of public view |
| 35. | in your back pocket | kept in reserve secretly |
| 36. | inside information | confidential information |
| 37. | inside scoop | secret information |
| 38. | keep a lid on it | keep it quiet |
| 39. | keep it close to the vest | keep plans secret |
| 40. | keep it hush-hush | keep it secret |
| 41. | keep it in the family | share only with family |
| 42. | keep it on the down-low | keep it discreet |
| 43. | keep it to yourself | don’t tell others |
| 44. | keep it under your hat | keep it secret |
| 45. | keep your cards close | hide your intentions |
| 46. | keep your counsel | keep your opinion private |
| 47. | keep your mouth shut | stay silent |
| 48. | leave no trace | avoid being detected |
| 49. | let someone in on | share a secret |
| 50. | let the cat out of the bag | reveal a secret accidentally |
| 51. | lie low | stay hidden |
| 52. | lift the veil | reveal the truth |
| 53. | listen in | secretly overhear |
| 54. | little pitchers have big ears | children may overhear |
| 55. | loose lips sink ships | talking can cause trouble |
| 56. | make a clean breast of it | confess fully |
| 57. | mum’s the word | stay silent about it |
| 58. | need-to-know basis | shared only when necessary |
| 59. | not breathe a word | say nothing about it |
| 60. | not say a peep | stay completely silent |
| 61. | not tell a soul | tell nobody |
| 62. | not utter a word | say nothing |
| 63. | off the record | not for public reporting |
| 64. | on the QT | secretly |
| 65. | own up | admit responsibility |
| 66. | paper over the cracks | hide flaws |
| 67. | peek behind the curtain | see hidden workings |
| 68. | play it close to the vest | act secretively |
| 69. | play your cards close | hide your intentions |
| 70. | poker face | expressionless face |
| 71. | pull back the curtain | reveal what was hidden |
| 72. | put a sock in it | stop talking |
| 73. | put your foot in it | say something embarrassing |
| 74. | rat someone out | betray by informing |
| 75. | read someone in | brief someone privately |
| 76. | seal your lips | promise silence |
| 77. | shoot your mouth off | talk too much |
| 78. | sing like a canary | inform on others |
| 79. | smoke and mirrors | deceptive concealment |
| 80. | speak out of turn | say something inappropriate |
| 81. | spill the beans | reveal a secret |
| 82. | spill your guts | reveal everything |
| 83. | sweep it under the rug | hide a problem |
| 84. | take it to the grave | never reveal it |
| 85. | tattle on someone | inform on someone |
| 86. | tell tales | report others’ secrets |
| 87. | the best-kept secret | little-known excellent thing |
| 88. | the lowdown | the real details |
| 89. | the naked truth | the plain truth |
| 90. | the skinny | the real details |
| 91. | tight-lipped | unwilling to speak |
| 92. | ulterior motive | hidden reason |
| 93. | under lock and key | securely locked away |
| 94. | under the cloak of night | secretly at night |
| 95. | under the counter | secretly, unofficially |
| 96. | under wraps | kept secret |
| 97. | wash dirty linen in public | reveal private problems publicly |
| 98. | whisper campaign | secret rumor spreading |
| 99. | wipe the slate clean | erase past wrongdoing |
| 100. | zip your lip | keep quiet |
100 Other Words for “Daring”
| No. | Term | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Adventurous | Eager to explore risks. |
| 2. | Against the grain | Boldly nonconforming. |
| 3. | All-in | Fully committed despite risk. |
| 4. | Audacious | Boldly unconventional or fearless. |
| 5. | Ballsy | Bluntly brave; unafraid. |
| 6. | Bite-the-bullet | Face hardship with courage. |
| 7. | Bold | Confidently brave; willing to risk. |
| 8. | Brash | Bold in a rude way. |
| 9. | Brave | Ready to face danger. |
| 10. | Brazen | Shamelessly bold. |
| 11. | Break the mold | Defy expectations boldly. |
| 12. | Burn your bridges | Commit decisively; no retreat. |
| 13. | By hook or by crook | Boldly determined, any means. |
| 14. | Call your bluff | Challenge bold claims. |
| 15. | Cavalier | Carefree about serious risks. |
| 16. | Chancy | Involving uncertain risk. |
| 17. | Come hell or high water | Persist despite any danger. |
| 18. | Courageous | Showing courage under threat. |
| 19. | Cross the line | Go beyond accepted limits. |
| 20. | Cut and thrust | Bold, vigorous contest. |
| 21. | Damn the torpedoes | Charge ahead despite danger. |
| 22. | Daredevil | One who seeks risky thrills. |
| 23. | Dauntless | Not easily intimidated. |
| 24. | Defiant | Openly resisting authority or danger. |
| 25. | Devil-may-care | Recklessly unconcerned about consequences. |
| 26. | Doughty | Brave and persistent. |
| 27. | Enterprising | Ready to initiate ventures. |
| 28. | Fearless | Without fear. |
| 29. | Feisty | Spiritedly aggressive or bold. |
| 30. | Foolhardy | Recklessly bold; lacking caution. |
| 31. | Fortune favors the bold | Risk can bring reward. |
| 32. | Freewheeling | Unrestrained; taking chances. |
| 33. | Gallant | Brave, noble, and courteous. |
| 34. | Game | Willing to try despite risk. |
| 35. | Go for broke | Risk everything for success. |
| 36. | Go out on a limb | Take a risky position. |
| 37. | Gritty | Tough and resolute. |
| 38. | Gutsy | Showing nerve and courage. |
| 39. | Hardy | Robust; able to endure danger. |
| 40. | Have the nerve | Be bold enough to act. |
| 41. | Heroic | Remarkably brave; noble. |
| 42. | High-spirited | Lively; boldly energetic. |
| 43. | Hotheaded | Impulsively bold; quick to act. |
| 44. | Impetuous | Acting quickly without thought. |
| 45. | In the teeth of danger | Facing danger directly. |
| 46. | In-your-face | Aggressively bold and direct. |
| 47. | Intrepid | Fearless in face of danger. |
| 48. | Jaw-dropping | Astonishingly bold or extreme. |
| 49. | Keep a stiff upper lip | Endure hardship without complaint. |
| 50. | Leap before you look | Act without considering risks. |
| 51. | Lionhearted | Brave and strong-willed. |
| 52. | Macho | Aggressively masculine; bold. |
| 53. | Make waves | Cause bold disruption. |
| 54. | Maverick | Independent-minded risk taker. |
| 55. | Nerve-racking | Tense; involving great risk. |
| 56. | Nervy | Boldly cheeky or brave. |
| 57. | No guts, no glory | Reward requires risk. |
| 58. | No-holds-barred | Without restraint; very bold. |
| 59. | On the edge | In a risky situation. |
| 60. | Outspoken | Boldly frank in speech. |
| 61. | Play with fire | Take dangerous risks. |
| 62. | Plucky | Bravely determined. |
| 63. | Pugnacious | Eager to fight; combative. |
| 64. | Punchy | Forcefully energetic; bold. |
| 65. | Push the envelope | Extend limits boldly. |
| 66. | Raise eyebrows | Shock with boldness. |
| 67. | Rash | Hastily risking consequences. |
| 68. | Rebellious | Resisting control; boldly disobedient. |
| 69. | Reckless | Careless of danger. |
| 70. | Resolute | Firmly determined despite risk. |
| 71. | Risk-taking | Willing to accept danger. |
| 72. | Rowdy | Noisy, unruly, and bold. |
| 73. | Sassy | Boldly cheeky; impertinent. |
| 74. | Savage | Fiercely bold; ruthless. |
| 75. | Scrappy | Determined and ready to fight. |
| 76. | Shameless | Unembarrassed; boldly improper. |
| 77. | Shoot from the hip | Act or speak impulsively. |
| 78. | Spirited | Full of bold energy. |
| 79. | Spunky | Lively, brave, and determined. |
| 80. | Stick your neck out | Take a personal risk. |
| 81. | Stouthearted | Brave and determined. |
| 82. | Strident | Forcefully assertive; boldly loud. |
| 83. | Take the bull by horns | Confront danger directly. |
| 84. | Temerarious | Recklessly bold; rash. |
| 85. | Tenacious | Stubbornly persistent under pressure. |
| 86. | Thick-skinned | Unafraid of criticism. |
| 87. | Throw caution to the wind | Act without restraint. |
| 88. | To hell with it | Recklessly dismiss consequences. |
| 89. | Trailblazing | Innovatively bold; setting new paths. |
| 90. | Unabashed | Not ashamed; openly bold. |
| 91. | Unbowed | Not defeated or humbled. |
| 92. | Undaunted | Not discouraged by danger. |
| 93. | Unflinching | Not shrinking from pain or fear. |
| 94. | Uninhibited | Free from restraint; boldly expressive. |
| 95. | Unorthodox | Boldly unconventional. |
| 96. | Unruly | Hard to control; boldly disorderly. |
| 97. | Unshakable | Firm; not easily frightened. |
| 98. | Valiant | Bravely determined. |
| 99. | Venturesome | Ready to take risks. |
| 100. | Visionary | Boldly imaginative and forward-looking. |
100 Best Synonyms for “Arrange”
| No. | Item | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | administer | manage and organize operations |
| 2. | align | line up in a straight row |
| 3. | allocate | assign or set aside |
| 4. | allot | assign a portion or share |
| 5. | alphabetize | put in alphabetical order |
| 6. | alternate | arrange in turns or sequence |
| 7. | apportion | divide and assign shares |
| 8. | assemble | bring together into one place |
| 9. | assign | appoint or allocate to someone |
| 10. | attend to | deal with and organize |
| 11. | balance | arrange to create equilibrium |
| 12. | book | reserve in advance |
| 13. | catalog | list in an organized way |
| 14. | categorize | place into categories |
| 15. | chart | set out in a chart |
| 16. | chronologize | put in time order |
| 17. | classify | sort into categories |
| 18. | collect | bring together and keep |
| 19. | combine | join together into one |
| 20. | compile | gather into a single collection |
| 21. | compose | put parts together into a whole |
| 22. | conduct | organize and carry out |
| 23. | configure | set up in a particular way |
| 24. | consolidate | combine into a single whole |
| 25. | contrive | arrange deliberately to achieve |
| 26. | coordinate | bring parts into proper relation |
| 27. | design | plan the form of something |
| 28. | devise | plan or invent a way |
| 29. | diagram | set out as a diagram |
| 30. | direct | manage and guide an activity |
| 31. | dispose | place in a particular order |
| 32. | distribute | arrange by giving out |
| 33. | divide | separate into parts or groups |
| 34. | engineer | skillfully plan and arrange |
| 35. | file | put into an ordered system |
| 36. | finalize | complete and confirm details |
| 37. | fit together | make parts match properly |
| 38. | fix | set or arrange for something |
| 39. | format | set out in a specific form |
| 40. | gather | bring together from different places |
| 41. | get | obtain or arrange to have |
| 42. | grade | arrange by level or quality |
| 43. | group | put into a cluster or set |
| 44. | handle | manage and organize a situation |
| 45. | harmonize | make parts work well together |
| 46. | index | arrange in a reference list |
| 47. | interleave | arrange by alternating items |
| 48. | inventory | make an organized list |
| 49. | join | connect or put together |
| 50. | lay out | place in a planned arrangement |
| 51. | lay the table | arrange table settings |
| 52. | line up | arrange in a line |
| 53. | log | record in an ordered way |
| 54. | manage | organize and control an activity |
| 55. | map out | plan in detail |
| 56. | marshal | gather and arrange in order |
| 57. | mount | organize and present an event |
| 58. | obtain | get by effort or planning |
| 59. | orchestrate | coordinate many parts carefully |
| 60. | order | put into a proper sequence |
| 61. | organize | put in order or structure |
| 62. | outline | set out main points in order |
| 63. | oversee | supervise and coordinate work |
| 64. | parcel out | divide and distribute portions |
| 65. | partition | divide into distinct parts |
| 66. | place | put in a particular position |
| 67. | plan | decide details in advance |
| 68. | plot | plan secretly or carefully |
| 69. | portion | divide into parts |
| 70. | position | place in a particular spot |
| 71. | prioritize | put in order of importance |
| 72. | put in order | organize into a sequence |
| 73. | put in place | position where it belongs |
| 74. | put in position | place in the right spot |
| 75. | put together | assemble from separate parts |
| 76. | rank | place in a graded order |
| 77. | register | record in an ordered list |
| 78. | reserve | arrange to keep available |
| 79. | run | manage and organize an activity |
| 80. | schedule | set a time for something |
| 81. | scheme | make secret or clever plans |
| 82. | segregate | separate into distinct groups |
| 83. | separate | set apart into groups |
| 84. | sequence | put into a particular order |
| 85. | set in order | put into proper order |
| 86. | set in place | put into the right position |
| 87. | set out | lay out or display |
| 88. | set up | prepare or establish something |
| 89. | settle | decide and finalize details |
| 90. | sort | separate into groups or order |
| 91. | split | divide into separate parts |
| 92. | stack | place in a neat pile |
| 93. | stage | arrange for public presentation |
| 94. | structure | give an organized form |
| 95. | supervise | manage and direct work |
| 96. | systematize | organize into a system |
| 97. | tabulate | arrange in a table |
| 98. | take care of | handle and ensure completion |
| 99. | unify | make into one unit |
| 100. | work out | plan or settle details |
Present Continuous (Questions) Exercise
Complete the 12 sentences below. Choose the best answer for each one.
1............... you doing your homework right now?
Wrong!
Use "Are" because present continuous questions with "you" take "Are" before the -ing verb.
2What ............... she looking for under the sofa?
Wrong!
Use "is" because present continuous questions with "she" take "is" before the -ing verb.
3Why ............... they laughing in the kitchen?
Wrong!
Use "are" because present continuous questions with "they" take "are" before the -ing verb.
4............... he wearing his new jacket today?
Wrong!
Use "Is" because present continuous questions with "he" take "Is" before the -ing verb.
5Where ............... your brother going after school?
Wrong!
Use "is" because present continuous questions with singular "your brother" take "is" before the -ing verb.
6............... we sitting in the right classroom?
Wrong!
Use "Are" because present continuous questions with "we" take "Are" before the -ing verb.
7Who ............... the children waiting for at the bus stop?
Wrong!
Use "are" because present continuous questions with plural "the children" take "are" before the -ing verb.
8............... I speaking too fast for you?
Wrong!
Use "Am" because present continuous questions with "I" take "Am" before the -ing verb.
9What ............... you and Sam watching on TV?
Wrong!
Use "are" because present continuous questions with compound subject "you and Sam" take "are" before the -ing verb.
10Why ............... Mom cooking dinner so early tonight?
Wrong!
Use "is" because present continuous questions with singular "Mom" take "is" before the -ing verb.
11............... the baby sleeping now, or is he awake?
Wrong!
Use "Is" because present continuous questions with singular "the baby" take "Is" before the -ing verb.
12When ............... your friends coming to your house?
Wrong!
Use "are" because present continuous questions with plural "your friends" take "are" before the -ing verb.
Answers
- Are you doing your homework right now?
- What is she looking for under the sofa?
- Why are they laughing in the kitchen?
- Is he wearing his new jacket today?
- Where is your brother going after school?
- Are we sitting in the right classroom?
- Who are the children waiting for at the bus stop?
- Am I speaking too fast for you?
- What are you and Sam watching on TV?
- Why is Mom cooking dinner so early tonight?
- Is the baby sleeping now, or is he awake?
- When are your friends coming to your house?





