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Extraposed subject structure used to evaluate a proposition, often to express likelihood, necessity, or desirability before stating it.

It is; that

Force oneself to endure a painful or unpleasant situation.

bite the bullet

A polite way to ask for help, information, or assistance, often used in everyday conversations, customer service, and workplace interactions.

Could you

introduces a contrast or exception to the preceding idea

but

used to introduce the most important point, emphasizing its priority above all else

First and foremost

Used to express the speaker's belief or opinion about something.

I believe

To decide something after considering options or evidence.

make; decision

Rise from bed or a seated/lying position, especially as part of a daily routine.

get up

to depend on or trust someone or something for support or help

rely on/upon;

A standard greeting that inquires about someone's well-being.

How are you doing

An evaluative statement emphasizing necessity or appropriateness for a specific individual, often used to give instructions or recommendations.

It is; for; to

To relieve initial social tension in a new situation.

break the ice

This expression is a polite way to ask for something, showing consideration for the listener's feelings or convenience.

Would you mind

Indicates a logical consequence or summarizes cause-and-effect relationships

so

Introduces the first of multiple reasons, signaling that additional points will follow.

For one thing

Used to explicitly signal that what follows is a personal view.

In my opinion

to have an influence or effect on something; to contribute to a result or situation

play a role in

stop trying; surrender; quit

give up

to demand firmly that something happen or that someone do something; to refuse to yield

insist on

An informal greeting meaning 'What's happening?' or 'How are you?' used among friends, peers, or in relaxed environments.

What's up

Used to say that doing something is pointless or useless.

There is no; in

Be extremely expensive.

cost an arm and a leg

A tentative way to introduce a request or inquiry, making the speaker sound less assertive and more considerate.

I was wondering if

indicates the reason or cause for a preceding statement, used to explain why something happens or is the case

because

Introduces the primary reason or fundamental point; used to restate or emphasize an initial condition.

In the first place

Indicates that the statement is based on the speaker’s particular viewpoint or experience.

From my perspective

to affect or influence something or someone

have an impact on

remove (clothing); leave the ground (aircraft); become successful; depart hastily

take off

to focus attention or effort on a specific object, activity, or goal; indicates intentional mental or physical dedication toward achieving something.

concentrate on

Asking about someone's overall situation, more general than health.

How's everything?

An action merits effort, time, or cost because it will be beneficial.

It is worth; -ing

To accurately identify the exact issue or truth.

hit the nail on the head

Used to politely ask for permission or check if someone objects to a proposed action.

Do you mind if

Introduces a contrast or shows that the previous statement is qualified, limited, or modified, often used to maintain clarity and precision in formal writing and academic settings.

however

Concedes the previous point but introduces a contrasting or qualifying statement

Having said that

Expresses tentative agreement or reluctant acceptance, often with a hint of uncertainty.

I suppose

To reach a decision or opinion after considering information

draw; conclusion

search for; try to find

look for

to centre attention or effort on a particular subject or activity

focus on; focus on

Asks how someone is doing or how life is treating them; a casual way to inquire about wellbeing.

How's life treating you?

Something should have happened earlier; now is the right moment

It is; time

Very rarely.

once in a blue moon

Expresses a preference for one thing over another, indicating which option is preferred or chosen rather than the alternative.

I’d rather; than

for that reason; as a result

therefore

Concedes a previous point while introducing contrast; signals acknowledgment without negating earlier claim.

That said

An informal way to express a tentative assumption or reluctant agreement.

I guess

To deal with a problem or concern; to bring attention to something needing resolution.

address; an issue

discover information; learn a fact

find out

to use something as a foundation or justification for something else; to base something on something else

base; on

It has been a long time since we last saw each other.

Long time no see!