Word Network: unexpected

18 connections found

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"The unexpected is important."

B2

This Word in Other Languages (3)

意外
Chinese
엉뚱하다
Korean
意外な
Japanese

Grammar Connections (8)

Meeting by Surprise (Run into)

prepositions
B1

Phrasal Verb: 'Come across' (Find/Seem)

prepositions
C1

Get-Passive vs. Be-Passive: Choosing the Right Vibe

passive_reported
C1

Nevertheless vs. However: What's the Difference?

confusable-words
B1

Finding Things by Accident (Come across)

prepositions
B1

Polite Uncertainty: Hedging with Modal Verbs

advanced_syntax
C1

Using -ing words as subjects (Gerunds)

gerunds_infinitives
B1

Relative Pronouns: Using 'Who' for People

relative_clauses
B1

Used in Phrases (6)

big surprise

Unexpected and significant event

A2

out of pocket

Having paid money out of one's own funds, especially unexpectedly.

to rise to the occasion

To perform well in a challenging situation.

force ones hand

To compel someone to act, often by creating a situation where they have no other choice.

put one out of countenance

To make someone feel embarrassed or disconcerted.

dark horse

Someone who unexpectedly succeeds or possesses hidden talents.
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