Set-0001A- Idioms and Phrases -At a loss, In the long run, Bear in mind, By and large, Lay emphasis on

The 5 Idioms in This Set

At a loss
In the long run
Bear in mind
By and large
Lay emphasis on

At a loss

Meaning (English):
Unable to understand something or unsure what to do.

বাংলা অর্থ:
কী করবে বুঝতে না পারা, হতবুদ্ধি হয়ে যাওয়া

Usage Note:
Usually used after verbs like feel, be, seem.

Example Sentences:

1. I was at a loss to understand the question.
2. The students were at a loss after hearing the announcement.
3. She felt at a loss when her answer was marked wrong.
4. The teacher was at a loss to explain the mistake.
5. He stood at a loss, not knowing how to respond.

In the long run

Meaning (English):
Over a long period of time; eventually.

বাংলা অর্থ:
দীর্ঘমেয়াদে, শেষ পর্যন্ত

Usage Note:
Common in education, economy, and health contexts.

Example Sentences:

1. Hard work pays off in the long run.
2. Saving money helps in the long run.
3. This decision will benefit us in the long run.
4. Discipline is important in the long run.
5. Regular study is useful in the long run.

Bear in mind

Meaning (English):
To remember something important.

বাংলা অর্থ:
মনে রাখা, খেয়াল রাখা

Usage Note:
Used before advice or important conditions.

Example Sentences:

1. Bear in mind that time is limited.
2. Students should bear in mind the exam rules.
3. Bear in mind the consequences of your action.
4. You must bear in mind this fact.
5. Bear in mind that practice improves performance.

By and large

Meaning (English):
Generally; on the whole.

বাংলা অর্থ:
সাধারণভাবে, মোটের ওপর

Usage Note:
Used to give an overall opinion.

Example Sentences:

1. By and large, the students performed well.
2. The plan is by and large successful.
3. By and large, people agree with the decision.
4. The exam was by and large easy.
5. By and large, the results were satisfactory.

Lay emphasis on

Meaning (English):
To give special importance to something.

বাংলা অর্থ:
গুরুত্ব আরোপ করা, বিশেষ গুরুত্ব দেওয়া

Usage Note:
Very common in academic writing, reports, and policy discussions.

Example Sentences:

1. Teachers lay emphasis on discipline.
2. The syllabus lays emphasis on grammar.
3. The report lays emphasis on quality education.
4. Parents should lay emphasis on moral values.
5. The guideline lays emphasis on regular practice.