be there
The phrase "be there" is versatile and commonly used to indicate presence, support, or participation.
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Definition
A2General
(common)To be present at a specific location or event.
Example
- I'll be there at the meeting tomorrow.
- He promised to be there by 8 PM.
B1Emotional Support
(idiomatic)To be available to offer comfort and support, especially during tough times.
Example
- She was always there for her friends when they needed her.
- I'll be there for you if you ever need to talk.
B2Experience
(idiomatic)To have witnessed or experienced an event, often implying that the event cannot be fully understood unless one was present.
Example
- The concert was amazing, you had to be there to understand.
- It was one of those moments where you just had to be there.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "be there":
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