Casual Expressions

adverb occurring irregularly or intermittently

preposition indicating sporadic or intermittent action or behavior

• The project has been progressing slowly, with work being done off and on.
• I've been watching the show off and on, but I can't seem to get into it.
• I've been texting him off and on, trying to figure out our plans for tonight.
• Her interest in the hobby comes and goes, like a light switch being turned off and on.

noun a criticism or insult that is directed at someone or something in a casual or careless manner

• The politician took a potshot at their opponent during the debate.
• I can't believe you took a potshot at me like that!
• She always takes potshots at her coworkers behind their backs.
• The comedian's potshots at society's norms are both hilarious and thought-provoking.

verb To toss off is a phrasal verb that means to do something quickly and without much effort or thought, often implying a lack of respect or consideration.

• He casually tossed off a remark about the weather before moving on to the main topic of the meeting.
• I can easily toss off a quick email to confirm our plans for tomorrow.
• She's always tossing off jokes during class to make everyone laugh.
• Don't just toss off your responsibilities like they don't matter.

verb To steal or take something without permission or by force.

• The thief attempted to walk off with the valuable painting from the museum.
• I saw someone trying to walk off with your bag when you weren't looking.
• She thought she could just walk off with my phone, but I caught her red-handed.
• You can't just walk off with all the credit for this project when we all worked on it together.

noun a heavy blow or punch

adjective extremely large or powerful

• The boxer delivered a powerful walloping to his opponent in the final round.
• I heard you got a walloping in the game last night.
• That guy got a serious walloping after talking smack to the wrong person.
• The company took a walloping in the stock market after the scandal was revealed.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses

article a word that is used to specify or limit a noun

• He expressed that he would rather be dead in a ditch than attend another boring meeting.
• I would rather be dead in a ditch than do my homework right now.
• She said she would rather be dead in a ditch than go to that party.
• After the embarrassing incident, he felt like he would rather be dead in a ditch than face his friends again.

noun a word that functions as the name of a specific person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses

article a word that is used to specify a noun as definite or indefinite

• When analyzing the situation objectively, it's clear that it's not that deep.
• Don't stress over it too much, it's not that deep.
• Chill out, it's really not that deep.
• Sometimes we tend to overthink things, but in reality, it's not that deep.

adjective describing the noun 'chips' as being inexpensive or of low cost

adverb modifying the adjective 'cheap', indicating that something is as inexpensive as chips

• The cost of the new technology is as cheap as chips compared to previous models.
• I found this dress on sale, it was as cheap as chips!
• I can't believe I got these tickets for the concert, they were as cheap as chips!
• Her love for him was as cheap as chips, easily bought and discarded.

adverb an adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb; in this case, 'fosho' is used as a colloquial adverb meaning 'for sure' or 'definitely'

• Certainly, I will attend the meeting tomorrow, fosho.
• Hey, want to grab some pizza for dinner tonight? Fosho!
• I'm down to go to the concert, fosho.
• His dedication to his work is solid as a rock, fosho.

noun a shortened form of 'totally' or 'totally agree'

• The committee decided totes magotes on the new budget proposal.
• I am totes magotes excited for the concert tonight!
• She's totes magotes into him, it's so obvious.
• His success was totes magotes due to hard work and determination.

noun a word used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

• He told the unruly crowd to go to the devil if they did not calm down.
• If she keeps bothering me, I'll tell her to go to the devil.
• I can't stand that guy, he can go to the devil for all I care.
• When faced with unfair treatment, sometimes it's best to just tell the negativity to go to the devil.

adverb used to indicate that something is true only to a certain extent or degree; somewhat

conjunction used informally as a contraction of 'sort of'

• I sorta understand the concept, but I would need more time to fully grasp it.
• I'm sorta tired of eating pizza every day, let's try something different.
• I'm sorta into that new TV show, it's pretty addictive.
• His explanation was sorta like trying to untangle a ball of yarn in the dark.

noun a slang term used to refer to someone who is cool or stylish

• The committee agreed that the new policy was indeed koolio.
• I think your new haircut looks koolio!
• That concert was so koolio, I can't wait for the next one!
• His idea to start a community garden was truly koolio in its creativity.

adjective comparative form of the adjective 'fun', meaning more enjoyable or amusing

• According to recent research, engaging in recreational activities is funner than just sitting at home.
• I think playing video games is way funner than studying for exams.
• Going to the beach is so much funner than staying indoors all day.
• Some people find roller coasters funner than bungee jumping, but it's all about personal preference.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

article a word that is used to specify a noun as definite or indefinite

• The CEO does not give a crap about employee satisfaction.
• I do not give a crap about what he thinks.
• She does not give a crap about anyone else's opinion.
• The politician does not give a crap about the needs of the people.

noun a word used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb

interjection a word or phrase that expresses a strong emotion or sentiment

• Thank you for your assistance, there was no problemo with the project.
• Sure, no problemo, I can help you with that.
• No problemo, dude, I got your back.
• Facing challenges is no problemo for her, she always finds a way to overcome them.

adverb used to express emphasis or seriousness in a casual or informal manner

• I am seriously considering your proposal.
• Srsly, did you see what she was wearing?
• I can't believe he ghosted me, srsly.
• His dedication to his craft is srsly impressive.

noun Informal abbreviation for definitely.

adverb Definitely; without a doubt.

• The committee defo needs to review the proposal before making a decision.
• I'm defo going to the concert tonight, no doubt about it.
• She's defo my ride or die, we've been best friends for years.
• His dedication to his craft is defo on another level compared to his peers.

noun informal term for British currency (pounds)

• He was able to save up a few bob by cutting back on unnecessary expenses.
• I can lend you a few bob if you're short on cash.
• I found a great deal on this jacket, only cost me a few bob.
• Investing in that property turned out to be a wise decision, as it made him a few bob in the long run.