(idiomatic) Something that intensifies the appreciation of something already good.

(356–323 BCE) A king (basileus) of the Ancient Greek kingdom of Macedon and conqueror of much of Asia.

(idiomatic) In the focus of attention, especially from the media.

(idiomatic) Very fashionable and popular, like a craze.

Used to inquire about the weather. / (by extension, idiomatic) Indicating a change of subject to unimportant topics.

(idiomatic) Under accusation, scrutiny; subject to critical inspection.

(idiomatic) Ready; in a state of preparation or waiting; in position or anticipation.

Incidental; unplanned.

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see lose, plot. / (UK, idiomatic) To cease to behave in a consistent and/or rational manner.

To pick up the receiver of a telephone, generally with the intention of making a phone call. / To answer an incoming telephone call.