Lingo

Quantity or Degree

11 Words

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as far as
1.
as far as
Preposition

used to indicate the extent or distance up to which something applies or reaches

I can throw a ball as far as the tree.

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as much as
2.
as much as
Preposition

used to convey a significant level or quantity of something

He worked as much as 12 hours a day to complete the project.

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far from
3.
far from
Preposition

suggesting a substantial contrast from what is expected or desired

The weather is far from ideal for a picnic; it's pouring rain.

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in addition to
4.
in addition to
Preposition

used to add extra or supplementary information

In addition to his degree in engineering, he also has a diploma in music.

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in excess of
5.
in excess of
Preposition

used to indicate a quantity or amount that surpasses a specified limit

The cost of the project is estimated to be in excess of $1 million.

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on top of
6.
on top of
Preposition

denoting the inclusion of something extra alongside existing tasks, responsibilities, or obligations

On top of her full-time job, she is also pursuing a master's degree.

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out of
7.
out of
Preposition

due to a particular feeling or state of mind

She acted out of kindness, offering help to those in need.

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over and above
8.
over and above
Preposition

beyond what is expected, required, or usual

He went over and above his duties to help the customers.

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up to
9.
up to
Adjective

deeply involved

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10.
in the least
Phrase

used to emphasize that something is minimal or not at all

I didn't expect any help from him, but he didn't offer assistance in the least.

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at a snail's pace
Phrase

with a very slow rate

The old man was driving along the road at a snail's pace.

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