Learn English in Chunks

  Introduction: In this post, we’ll explore some useful intermediate and advanced COME chunks and learn how to use them in real-life English. These collocations help us express thoughts more clearly, naturally, and confidently. Instead of learning single words, we will focus on chunks — ready-made expressions that native speakers actually use in daily life.  Intermediate COME Collocations 1. Come clean Meaning: To confess the truth, especially after hiding something. Example: He finally came clean about why he failed the exam. 2. Come in peace Meaning: To show friendly or harmless intentions. Example: He decided to come in peace and end the conflict with his classmate. 3. Come to life Meaning: To become lively, real, or full of energy. Example: The city comes to life during the early morning hours. 4. Come across Meaning: To find or meet someone or something by chance. Example: I came across an old friend on the way to th...

  The preposition under is used in many fixed expressions and collocations. Learning these expressions as chunks rather than as individual words can help you speak and write more naturally. Here are 18 useful "under + noun" chunks, ranging from everyday expressions to more formal ones. People and Personal Influence 1. under the thumb of Meaning: Completely controlled or dominated by someone. Examples: He is under the thumb of his boss. She seems to be under the thumb of her husband. The minister is under the thumb of powerful business interests. Tip: This expression usually suggests that the control is excessive or undesirable. 2. under the influence of Meaning: Affected or controlled by someone or something. Examples: He acted strangely under the influence of alcohol. Young people can be strongly under the influence of their peers. The artist was clearly under the influence of traditional Japanese art. Note: When referring to alcohol or drugs, this expression means...