Noun > Wiggle room

Noun > Wiggle room (noncount) US, somewhat informal the ability to make small changes in a plan, schedule, etc., if they are needed We should allow for some wiggle room (=flexibility) when we plan the schedule. The salesman has some Read More …

Verb > Fumble

Verb > Fumble 1 : (no object) : to search for something by reaching or touching with your fingers in an awkward or clumsy way She fumbled in her pocket for her keys. He fumbled (around) for the light switch. Read More …

Adverb > Promptly

Adverb > Promptly 1 : in a prompt manner : without delay He reacted promptly during the emergency. The student was promptly (=immediately) expelled. 2 : exactly at a particular or the correct time She arrived promptly at 7:00 p.m. Read More …

Noun > Relic

Noun > Relic 1 : something that is from a past time, place, culture, etc. ¡X often followed by of or from relics of ancient China relics from the war This law is a relic of a bygone era. Typewriters Read More …

Noun > Bear hug

Noun > Bear hug (count) a strong and rough hug : an act of showing affection by putting your arms around someone and squeezing very tightly He gave his brother a bear hug.

Verb > Emerge

Verb > Emerge (no object) 1 a : to become known or apparent The facts emerged after a lengthy investigation. A simple pattern has emerged. (=become clear) Several possible candidates have emerged. 1 b : to become known or regarded Read More …