These are the B1 phrases we're going to study today:

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 1. after a while

Definition: after some time has passed

 Example: We talked for a while , and after a while we went home. 

 2. on purpose

Definition: intentionally; not by accident

 Example: John broke his mobile phone on purpose so his parents would buy him a new one. 

 3. put out (a fire) 

Definition: to stop a fire from burning

 Example: There was a fire in our kitchen. Fortunately, the fire brigade arrived soon put out the fire quickly. 

 4. hurry up

Definition: to do something more quickly

 Example: Hurry up , or we will miss the bus. 

 5. help yourself

Definition: take something for yourself if you want it

 Example: There are some biscuits on the table. Help yourself to some. 

 6. lend a hand

Definition: to help someone with something

Example: Can you lend me a hand with these boxes?

 7. knock something/somebody down

Definition: (a building) to destroy a building; (a person) to hit someone so they fall, often with a vehicle

 Example: They knocked down the old factory and built a park there. 

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