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from scratch

/frəm skrætʃ/

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phrase

B2informalcommon/frəm skrætʃ/

An idiomatic expression meaning to start something from the very beginning, without using any existing work, resources, or advantages.

  • 🇷🇺Идиоматическое выражение, означающее начать что-либо с самого начала, не используя никаких готовых наработок, ресурсов или преимуществ.
  1. From the very beginning B1 informal

    Starting from the beginning with no prior preparation or advantage.

    • She built the business from scratch.
    • He learned to cook from scratch by watching online videos.
    • They designed the software from scratch.

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  2. Using basic ingredients B1 informal

    Prepared using raw or basic ingredients, not pre-made or processed.

    • She made the cake from scratch using flour, eggs, and sugar.
    • I prefer to make pasta sauce from scratch rather than using a jar.
    • He baked bread from scratch for the first time.

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