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An expression that talks about something extra you have.
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An expression meaning to return to where you started, but in a positive way.
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Use this expression when something really annoys you.
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An expression meaning your experiences or feelings are represented. Learn it here.
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An expression meaning something has a certain energy or vibe.
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Here's an expression we use to talk about reducing the intensity of something.
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Learn an expression to talk about the most important aspect of something.
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An expression for when you make spontaneous life decisions for entertainment.
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You're late! I'll let it slide just this once... This phrase has two meanings. Learn them and hear some examples in this episode.
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What does it mean to 'twist someone's arm'?
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This means making someone believe something that isn't true, but in a jokey way. Learn how to use this expression here.
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If you have a can-do attitude, you don't let anything stop you.
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Your 'go-to' is your preferred option. Learn how to use this phrase.
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Do you need to skedaddle? Leave somewhere in a hurry? Learn this expression.
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Welcome to our new music series My Song, My Home. In each episode we meet a new musician who tells us about their home town and performs a song to help you learn.
Today, we meet musician Adam, who performs for us in Ipswich town centre.
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Look at her - she's having such a main character moment on the dance floor! Learn this internet phrase
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Welcome to our new music series My Song, My Home. In each episode we meet a new musician who tells us about their home town and performs a song to help you learn.
Today, we meet musician Alice, who performs for us in Leeds city centre.
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We hope our advice doesn't fall on stony ground. Learn a new expression
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Welcome to our new music series My Song, My Home. In each episode we meet a new musician who tells us about their home town and performs a song to help you learn.
Today, we meet Grace, who performs for us in a library in Liverpool.
With thanks to the University of Liverpool.
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An expression that means you are doing something that will cause you future problems.
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