to pay or spend money, often reluctantly or unexpectedly
I had to shell out a lot of money to repair my car after the accident.
They shelled out for front-row tickets to the concert.
a special skill or ability to do something easily or well
She has a knack for remembering people's names.
He quickly developed a knack for solving complex problems.
to publicly or officially express support or approval of something
The celebrity endorsed the new product in a television commercial.
Several politicians endorsed the bill, hoping it would pass through Congress.
to perceive or recognize something, often with difficulty
It was hard to discern the truth in such a complex situation.
She could barely discern the figures in the fog.
to have a negative impact or cause harm over time
Working long hours eventually took a toll on his health.
The constant stress took a toll on her mental well-being.
to view something skeptically or with doubt
You should take his advice with a grain of salt, as he tends to exaggerate.
When reading online reviews, it’s best to take them with a grain of salt.
no longer in use, often because something better has replaced it
Many older technologies have become obsolete due to rapid advancements in the field.
The floppy disk is now considered an obsolete form of data storage.
to provide what is needed or desired by a particular group or person
This restaurant caters to customers who prefer organic and gluten-free options.
The hotel is designed to cater to the needs of business travelers.
the quality of being detailed, complex, or having many interconnected parts
The intricacy of the machine's design required careful assembly and maintenance.
She admired the intricacy of the lace pattern on the dress.
