Which sentence is correct?
#English
A) She go to the market.
B) He goes to the store.
C) They going to school.
D) I is very happy.
Thursday, 12 February 2026
out of the loop
out of the loop
= someone is unaware or uninformed about what is happening in a particular situation
I have been out of the loop regarding my former company since I left the company.
我自從離開前公司以來，對於公司的情況完全不知情。
Because of her long absence, Susan was completely out of the loop regarding the changes in the department this year.
由於她長時間缺席，Susan對於今年部門的變化完全不知情。
Mark felt out of the loop after missing the team meeting where important updates were shared.
Mark在錯過了分享重要更新的團隊會議後感到不知情。
Despite her efforts to catch up, Susan felt out of the loop during the discussion about the company's new strategy.
儘管她努力想要跟上，Susan在討論公司的新策略時仍感到不知情。
Some synonyms and antonyms for "out of the loop":
Synonyms
Out of touch
Disconnected
In the dark
Antonyms
Informed
Aware
Updated
004 out of the loop
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01. In a company meeting, Jessica realized she was "out of the loop". What is the most likely situation she was experiencing?
#English
A) She had just received new information about a project.
B) She was familiar with the latest changes and updates.
C) She felt uninformed about recent developments being discussed.
D) She was leading the discussion effectively.
02. What does it mean to be "out of the loop"?
#English
A) Informed about events
B) Not aware of updates
C) Involved in discussions
D) Leading the team
Wednesday, 11 February 2026
a wild goose chase
a wild goose chase
= a pursuit that is foolish and likely futile, often involving a search for something that is either elusive or nonexistent
Looking for that book published 100 years ago turned out to be a wild goose chase.
尋找那本於一百年前出版的書籍，結果變成了一場徒勞無功的追逐。
Chasing after rumors of a hidden treasure in the old ruins became a wild goose chase, with nothing but disappointment.
白費力氣地找尋傳聞中有關舊遺跡的隱藏寶藏，只留下失望。
Searching for the missing files turned out to be a wild goose chase, as they had been deleted long ago.
尋找丟失的檔案結果徒勞無功，因為它們早已被刪除。
Hunting for that limited-edition sneaker turned into a wild goose chase, as they were sold out everywhere.
找尋那雙限量版運動鞋變成了一場勞而無功的事，因為它們到處都售罄了。
Some synonyms and antonyms for the phrase "a wild goose chase":
Synonyms:
Fool's errand
Pointless pursuit
Fruitless quest
Antonyms:
Purposeful search
Successful endeavor
Meaningful pursuit
Productive investigation
Worthwhile quest
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What does the phrase "wild goose chase" mean in the context of the sentence: "Looking for that book published 100 years ago turned out to be a wild goose chase"?
#English
A) Treasure hunt
B) Fool's errand
C) Goose race
D) Fun-filled escapade
Tuesday, 10 February 2026
bitty
bitty
= to describe something that is made up of many small, different parts or components
The police just found a few bitty pieces of evidence in the murder case.
He had a bitty collection of coins from different countries.
The recipe was easy to follow, with bitty steps laid out clearly.
Her notes were just bitty thoughts jotted down on scraps of paper.
Some synonyms and antonyms for "bitty":
Synonyms:
Small
Tiny
Fragmented
Little
Antonyms:
Whole
Complete
Entire
Large
Significant
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What does "bitty" mean?
#English
A) Small and fragmented
B) Large and heavy
C) Quick and energetic
D) Bright and colorful
Monday, 9 February 2026
barmaid
barmaid
= a woman who serves drinks in a bar
The barmaid stole money from the old man to pay for a luxury holiday.
The barmaid always greeted customers with a warm smile and a friendly chat.
When the regulars came in, the barmaid knew just what drinks to prepare without asking.
Mark often visited the pub where the barmaid remembered his favorite drink and made him feel at home.
Some synonyms and antonyms for "barmaid":
Synonyms:
Bartender (gender-neutral)
Drink server
Pub staff
Bar staff
Antonyms:
Patron (a customer at the bar)
Customer
Client
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What is a barmaid?
#English
A) A type of shoe
B) A female bartender
C) A dance style
D) A cooking tool
Friday, 6 February 2026
gobsmacked
gobsmacked
(adjective)
= to describe someone who is shocked to the point of being speechless
Examples
I was absolutely gobsmacked when I heard that he had won the Nobel Prize.
I was absolutely gobsmacked when my dad won the lottery.
When she revealed her secret during the live show, everyone was gobsmacked.
Reference
Some additional examples using "gobsmacked":
She was gobsmacked to discover that her childhood friend had become a famous actor.
The audience was gobsmacked by the magician's incredible tricks.
He was left gobsmacked after hearing the unexpected news about his promotion.
Some synonyms for "gobsmacked":
Astonished
Astounded
Stunned
Speechless
Baffled
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What does "gobsmacked" mean?
#English
A) Very happy
B) Shocked or surprised
C) Tired and weary
D) Eager to assist
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