be

/bi/ verb (present participle being, past tense was, past participle been)

Definition

A1 used to describe someone or something: I’m Maria (= I am Maria). I’m sixteen. He’s German (= He is German). They were sick. Be quiet!

there is/there are A1 used to show that someone or something exists: There are three of us. Is there a bank near here?

A1 used to show where someone or something is: She’s in the kitchen.

it is, it was, etc. › used to give a fact or your opinion about something: It’s a good idea. It’s a big problem.

(Definition of be verb from the Webster's Essential Mini Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

to do something that spoils someone's plans

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