Idioms

Question 1

Catch you later

Answer 1

Catch you later
Explanation:
Catch you later is an informal way of saying goodbye, meaning “I’ll see you again soon” or “Talk to you later.” It’s friendly and casual, often used among friends or colleagues.

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Examples:
1. I’ve got to run — catch you later!
2. Nice seeing you, catch you later.
3. I’ll finish this and catch you later at the café.

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Synonyms:
• See you later
• Talk to you soon
• Bye for now
• Later!
• See ya

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Phonetic Transcription: /kætʃ jə ˈleɪ.tər/

Part of Speech: Informal phrase

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Question 2

Tell tale

Answer 2

Tell-tale
Explanation:
Tell-tale refers to something that reveals or discloses information, often unintentionally. It can also be used to describe a person who reveals secrets or informs on others, sometimes with a negative connotation.

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Examples:
1. The tell-tale signs of a storm were already visible in the sky.
2. She wore a tell-tale expression, giving away her excitement.
3. The child became a tell-tale, revealing everything about what had happened.

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Synonyms:
• Revealing
• Telltale (as an adjective)
• Informer (in the context of a person)
• Indicator
• Sign

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Phonetic Transcription: /ˈtɛlˌteɪl/

Part of Speech: Noun (when referring to an informer or indicator), Adjective (when describing something revealing)

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