Chunk: could-do-without
Formulaic Unit
Meaning: A phrase used to express that something is annoying, unnecessary, or unwanted, meaning you would prefer not to have it.
💬 Contextual Examples
- I could do without his constant complaining during team meetings.
- We could do without the extra paperwork they just assigned us.
🎴 Interactive Web Practice (Click to Reveal)
Practice 1: Honestly, I ______ do without this terrible heat and humidity.
Answer:
could
Practice 2: She ______ do without her brother borrowing her car every weekend.
Answer:
could
🔗 Knowledge Base Connections
- 🔑 Parent Keyword: could