Make a Little Progress Every Day(Day15)

better · adjective (HIGHER STANDARD)

better(HIGHER STANDARD)

(comparative of good) of a higher quality, more effective, or more enjoyable than something or someone else

  • Dictionary examples:

    • She's found a better job.
    • The film was better than I expected.
    • She is much better at tennis than I am.
    • If you cook it this way it's far better.
    • Relations between the two countries have never been better.
    • He stood near the front to get a better view.
    • The situation is getting better all the time.
    • The longer you keep this wine, the better it tastes.
    • The bed was hard, but it was better than nothing.
  • Learner example:

    • It is a better pen than others. (Key English Test; A2; Portuguese)

better (HEALTHY)

healthy, or less ill than before

  • Dictionary examples:

    • Are you better now?
    • Is your stomach ache better?
    • I hope you get better soon.
  • Learner example:

    • I visited my cousin last night in hospital. He is better now. (Key English Test; A2; Turkish)"

between · preposition

between (SPACE)

in the space that separates two places, people or objects

  • Dictionary examples:

    • The town lies halfway between Rome and Florence.
    • Standing between the two adults was a small child.
    • She squeezed between the parked cars and ran out into the road.
    • A narrow path ran in between the two houses.
  • Learner example:

    • The cinema is between Laura's house and the post office. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Italian)

between (TIME)

in the period of time which separates two different events or times

  • Dictionary examples:

    • You shouldn't eat between meals.
    • There is a break of ten minutes between classes.
    • The shop is closed for lunch between 12.30 and 1.30.
  • Learner example:

    • I will arrive between 10 o'clock and 11 o'clock. (Key English Test; A2; French)

between (INVOLVE)

involving two or more groups of people

  • Dictionary example:

    • Tonight's game is between the New Orleans Saints and the Los Angeles Rams.
  • Learner example:

    • I would like to go shopping and then see the football match between Spain and Germany. (Key English Test; A2; Spanish)
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