In an hour
Definition:
One hour after now
NOT an hour later; NOT after one hour
Example:
“Harry will arrive in an hour. Let’s wait him at the coffee shop.”
Ahead of/ on/ behind schedule
Definition:
Faster than planned/ as planned/ slower than planned
Example:
“Don’t worry, we are ahead of schedule. We can finish the project by next Friday.”
Tied up
Definition:
Busy doing something that you can’t stop
Example:
“I’m so sorry that I can’t meet you tonight, I’m tied up with assignment.”
When is a good time?
Definition:
When is a convenient time for you?
Example:
“I have some books pass to you. When is a good time to meet with you?”
Held up
Definition:
Delayed
Example:
“Sorry that I’m late. I was held up at a society meeting.”
Move something out of the way
Definition:
Move something so that it doesn’t block you
Example:
“Can you move the table out of the way? We need a large space here.”
Upside down/ right side up
Definition:
With the top part at the bottom/ with the top part at the top
Example:
“The picture is upside down! Please turn it right side up.”
No wonder
Definition:
Now I understand why
Example:
A:”You look so tired!”
B:”I was rushing for the assignment last night.”
A:”No wonder you’re sleepy.”
On me
Definition:
Say this if you want to pay for someone’s food or drink
Example:
”Dinner is on me today. Thanks for guiding me in assignment.”
Stuck in traffic
Definition:
In a traffic jam
Example:
A:”Where are you now? We’re waiting.”
B:”I’m stuck in traffic. I will arrive in an hour.”
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