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Beat It

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: To leave or go away quickly.

Usage:

  • When the teacher saw the fight about to break out, she ordered the students to beat it.
  • I heard a strange noise outside my window, so I decided to beat it and not investigate.

Sense: To defeat or overcome something or someone.

Usage:

  • The home team managed to beat it in the final minutes of the game to secure their victory.
  • She studied hard to beat it at the upcoming quiz.

Sense: To mix or stir an ingredient in cooking.

Usage:

  • After adding the eggs, you need to beat it until the batter becomes smooth.
  • Remember to beat it slowly to avoid splattering the mixture.

Sense: Informal way of telling someone to depart or leave.

Usage:

  • The boss was angry with the employee's behavior and told him to beat it immediately.
  • We have important matters to discuss, so I would appreciate it if you beat it for now.

Sense: Exclamation used to express disbelief or surprise.

Usage:

  • Did you hear that Mary won the lottery? Beat it! I can't believe it!
  • My friend jumped off a plane for the first time. Beat it! That's insane!

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