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to faff about start learning		to waste time or engage in unproductive activities Instead of studying for his exams, Tom would often faff about on social media.
to bring up start learning		to mention or introduce a topic or subject in conversation Sarah decided not to bring up the fact that she was moving out of the country during the family dinner.
to rub off (on/onto sb.) start learning		to have a positive influence on someone, causing them to adopt certain qualities or habits Her enthusiasm for volunteering began to rub off on her friends, inspiring them to join, too.
to go by start learning		to pass or elapse The years seemed to go by quickly as she watched her children grow up.
to cut back (on sth.) start learning		to reduce something I need to cut back on the amount of money I spend on takeaways.

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