♥ English 8

He just stepped out
Definition:
He went out for a short time
Example:
"You may catch up with Halim, he just stepped out of the class."

I'll put you through
Definition:
I will connect you
Example:
A:"Could I speak to Mr. Kenny?"
B:"One moment please. I'll put you through."

There's been a delay
Definition:
Say this when something is late
Example:
"There's been a delay in delivery service because there's traffic jam at the roundabout."

For good
Definition:
Forever; permanently
Example:
"I cried over breakup for weeks, but now I've to start my new life for good!"

Hear from someone
Definition:
Receive communication from someone
Example:
"How are you? I haven't heard from you for a long time!"

That's too bad
Definition:
When someone tells you bad news, say this to show that you care
Example:
A:"I didn't manage to secure a place in Dean List."
B:"That's too bad."

What's this charge for?
Definition:
Ask this when you don't understand an amount on your bill or receipt
Example:
A:"Excuse me. What's this charge for?"
B:"It's the tax, sir."

To someone/ something
Definition:
When people drink together, they say this to wish success to someone or something
Example:
(at a birthday party) "To good health and youth forever!"

I heard it through the grapevine
Definition:
Someone told me something as gossip or a rumor
Example:
"It is true that Josh and Hannah broke up? I heard it through the grapevine."

Hear back from
Definition:
Receive a reply from someone
Example:
"I can't wait to hear back from you!"